Certain sermons or homilies appointed to be read in churches in the time of Queen Elizabeth of famous memory and now reprinted for the use of private families, in two parts.
And there is no Truth nor Doctrine necessary for our Justification and everlasting Salvation, but that is (or may be,) drawn out of that Fountain and Well of Truth.
And there is no Truth nor Doctrine necessary for our Justification and everlasting Salvation, but that is (or may be,) drawn out of that Fountain and Well of Truth.
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Therefore as many as be desirous to enter into the Right and Perfect way unto God, must apply their Minds to know Holy Scripture, without the which, they can neither sufficiently know God,
Therefore as many as be desirous to enter into the Right and Perfect Way unto God, must apply their Minds to know Holy Scripture, without the which, they can neither sufficiently know God,
And their Stomachs only do loath and abhor the Heavenly Knowledge and Food of God's Word, that be so drowned in worldly Vanities, that they neither favour God, nor any Godliness:
And their Stomachs only do loath and abhor the Heavenly Knowledge and Food of God's Word, that be so drowned in worldly Vanities, that they neither favour God, nor any Godliness:
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As they that are sick of an Ague, whatsoever they eat and drink, (though it be never so pleasant,) yet it is as bitter to them as Wormwood, not for the bitterness of the Meat,
As they that Are sick of an Ague, whatsoever they eat and drink, (though it be never so pleasant,) yet it is as bitter to them as Wormwood, not for the bitterness of the Meat,
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Even so is the sweetness of God's Word bitter, not of itself, but only unto them that have their Minds corrupted with long custom of Sin, and love of this World.
Even so is the sweetness of God's Word bitter, not of itself, but only unto them that have their Minds corrupted with long custom of since, and love of this World.
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Therefore forsaking the corrupt judgment of fleshly Men, which care not but for their Carkass: Let us reverently hear and read Holy Scripture, which is the Food of the Soul:
Therefore forsaking the corrupt judgement of fleshly Men, which care not but for their Carcase: Let us reverently hear and read Holy Scripture, which is the Food of the Soul:
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And (as the great Clerk and godly Preacher St. John Chrysostom saith,) whatsoever is required to the Salvation of Man is fully contained in the Scripture of God.
And (as the great Clerk and godly Preacher Saint John Chrysostom Says,) whatsoever is required to the Salvation of Man is Fully contained in the Scripture of God.
If it shall require to teach any Truth, or reprove any false Doctrine, to rebuke any Vice, to commend any Virtue, to give good Counsel, to Comfort or Exhort,
If it shall require to teach any Truth, or reprove any false Doctrine, to rebuke any Vice, to commend any Virtue, to give good Counsel, to Comfort or Exhort,
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and everlasting instrument of Salvation, it giveth Wisdom to the humble and lowly Hearts, it Comforteth, maketh Glad, Cheereth and Cherisheth our Conscience:
and everlasting Instrument of Salvation, it gives Wisdom to the humble and lowly Hearts, it Comforts, makes Glad, Cheereth and Cherishes our Conscience:
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They are lively, quick, and mighty in Operation, and sharper than any two-edged Sword, and enter through, even to the dividing asunder of the Soul and the Spirit, of the Joints and the Marrow;
They Are lively, quick, and mighty in Operation, and sharper than any two-edged Sword, and enter through, even to the dividing asunder of the Soul and the Spirit, of the Joints and the Marrow;
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This Word, whosoever is diligent to Read, and in his Heart to Print that he readeth, the great affection to the transitory things of this World shall be minished in him,
This Word, whosoever is diligent to Read, and in his Heart to Print that he readeth, the great affection to the transitory things of this World shall be minished in him,
For that thing, which (by continual use of Reading of Holy Scripture, and diligent searching of the same,) is deeply Printed and Graven in the Heart, at length turneth almost into Nature.
For that thing, which (by continual use of Reading of Holy Scripture, and diligent searching of the same,) is deeply Printed and Graved in the Heart, At length turns almost into Nature.
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And moreover, the Effect and Virtue of God's Word is, to illuminate the Ignorant, and to give more light unto them, that faithfully and diligently read it, to comfort their Hearts,
And moreover, the Effect and Virtue of God's Word is, to illuminate the Ignorant, and to give more Light unto them, that faithfully and diligently read it, to Comfort their Hearts,
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It sheweth of whom we shall look for Aid and help in all Perils, and that God is the only giver of Victory, in all Battels and Temptations of our Enemies, Bodily and Ghostly.
It shows of whom we shall look for Aid and help in all Perils, and that God is the only giver of Victory, in all Battles and Temptations of our Enemies, Bodily and Ghostly.
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but he that is most turned into it, that is most inspired with the Holy Ghost, most in his Heart and Life altered and changed into that thing which he readeth:
but he that is most turned into it, that is most inspired with the Holy Ghost, most in his Heart and Life altered and changed into that thing which he readeth:
IN the first part of this Sermon, which exhorteth to the Knowledge of Holy Scripture, was declared wherefore the knowledge of the same is necessary and profitable to all Men,
IN the First part of this Sermon, which exhorteth to the Knowledge of Holy Scripture, was declared Wherefore the knowledge of the same is necessary and profitable to all Men,
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If we profess Christ, Why be we not ashamed to be ignorant in his Doctrine? Seeing that every Man is ashamed to be ignorant in that Learning which he professeth.
If we profess christ, Why be we not ashamed to be ignorant in his Doctrine? Seeing that every Man is ashamed to be ignorant in that Learning which he Professes.
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How can any Man then say, that he professeth Christ and his Religion, if he will not apply himself (as far forth as he can or may conveniently,) to read and hear,
How can any Man then say, that he Professes christ and his Religion, if he will not apply himself (as Far forth as he can or may conveniently,) to read and hear,
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What excuse shall we therefore make (at the last day before Christ) that delight to read or hear Mens Phantasies and Inventions, more than his most Holy Gospel? And will find no time to do that, which chiefly (above all things,) we should do,
What excuse shall we Therefore make (At the last day before christ) that delight to read or hear Men's Fantasies and Inventions, more than his most Holy Gospel? And will find no time to do that, which chiefly (above all things,) we should do,
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Others pretend, that the difficulty to understand it, and the hardness thereof, is so great, that it is meet to be read only of Clerks and learned Men. As touching the first:
Others pretend, that the difficulty to understand it, and the hardness thereof, is so great, that it is meet to be read only of Clerks and learned Men. As touching the First:
How should they then eschew Error, that will be still ignorant? And how should they come out of ignorance, that will not read nor hear that thing which should give them knowledge? He that now hath most Knowledge was at the first Ignorant,
How should they then eschew Error, that will be still ignorant? And how should they come out of ignorance, that will not read nor hear that thing which should give them knowledge? He that now hath most Knowledge was At the First Ignorant,
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yet he forbare not to read, for fear he should fall into Error: But he diligently read, lest he should remain in Ignorance, and through Ignorance in Error.
yet he forbore not to read, for Fear he should fallen into Error: But he diligently read, lest he should remain in Ignorance, and through Ignorance in Error.
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And whosoever giveth his Mind to Holy Scriptures, with diligent Study and burning Desire, it cannot be (saith St. Chrysostome ) that he should be left without help.
And whosoever gives his Mind to Holy Scriptures, with diligent Study and burning Desire, it cannot be (Says Saint Chrysostom) that he should be left without help.
For either God Almighty will send him some Godly Doctor, to teach him, as he did to instruct the Eunuch, a Nobleman of Ethiope, and Treasurer unto Queen Candace, who having affecton to read the Scripture, (although he understood it not) yet for the desire that he had unto God's Word, God sent his Apostle Philip to declare unto him the true Sense of the Scripture that he read;
For either God Almighty will send him Some Godly Doctor, to teach him, as he did to instruct the Eunuch, a Nobleman of Ethiopian, and Treasurer unto Queen Candace, who having affection to read the Scripture, (although he understood it not) yet for the desire that he had unto God's Word, God sent his Apostle Philip to declare unto him the true Sense of the Scripture that he read;
but still continue Reading, Praying, Asking of others, and so by still knocking (at the last) the Door shall be opened (as St. Augustin saith,) although many things in the Scripture be spoken in obscure mysteries,
but still continue Reading, Praying, Asking of Others, and so by still knocking (At the last) the Door shall be opened (as Saint Augustin Says,) although many things in the Scripture be spoken in Obscure Mysteres,
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yet there is nothing spoken under dark Mysteries in one place, but the selfsame thing in other places is spoken more familiarly and plainly, to the capacity both of learned and unlearned.
yet there is nothing spoken under dark Mysteres in one place, but the selfsame thing in other places is spoken more familiarly and plainly, to the capacity both of learned and unlearned.
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And those things in the Scripture that be plain to understand, and necessary for Salvation, every Man's Duty is to Learn them, to print them in Memory, and effectually to Exercise them.
And those things in the Scripture that be plain to understand, and necessary for Salvation, every Man's Duty is to Learn them, to print them in Memory, and effectually to Exercise them.
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Thus we have briefly touched some part of the Commodities of God's Holy Word, which is one of God's chief and principal Benefits given and declared to Mankind here on Earth.
Thus we have briefly touched Some part of the Commodities of God's Holy Word, which is one of God's chief and principal Benefits given and declared to Mankind Here on Earth.
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Let us ruminate, and (as it were,) chew the Cud, that we have the sweet Juice, spiritual Effect, Marrow, Honey, Kernel, Taste, Comfort and Consolation of them.
Let us ruminate, and (as it were,) chew the Cud, that we have the sweet Juice, spiritual Effect, Marrow, Honey, Kernel, Taste, Comfort and Consolation of them.
Let us pray to God, (the only Author of these Heavenly Studies,) that we may Speak, Think, Believe, Live and Depart hence, according to the wholesom Doctrine and Verities of them.
Let us pray to God, (the only Author of these Heavenly Studies,) that we may Speak, Think, Believe, Live and Depart hence, according to the wholesome Doctrine and Verities of them.
which he Grant us all that died for us all, Jesus Christ, to whom with the Father and the Holy Ghost be all Honour and Glory, both now and everlastingly.
which he Grant us all that died for us all, jesus christ, to whom with the Father and the Holy Ghost be all Honour and Glory, both now and everlastingly.
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THe Holy Ghost, in Writing the Holy Scripture, is in nothing more diligent, than to pull down Man's Vain-glory and Pride, which of all Vices is most universally grafted in all Mankind,
THe Holy Ghost, in Writing the Holy Scripture, is in nothing more diligent, than to pull down Man's Vainglory and Pride, which of all Vices is most universally grafted in all Mankind,
even from the first infection of our first Father Adam. And therefore we read in many places of Scripture many notable Lessons against this old rooted Vice, to teach us the most commendable virtue of Humility,
even from the First infection of our First Father Adam. And Therefore we read in many places of Scripture many notable Lessons against this old rooted Vice, to teach us the most commendable virtue of Humility,
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In the Book of Genesis, Almighty God giveth us all a Title and Name in our great Grandfather Adam, which ought to warn us all to consider what we be, whereof we be, from whence we came,
In the Book of Genesis, Almighty God gives us all a Title and Name in our great Grandfather Adam, which ought to warn us all to Consider what we be, whereof we be, from whence we Come,
and therefore he calleth himself by that Name, when he maketh his earnest Prayer for Sodom and Gomorrah. And we read that Judith, Esther, Job, Jeremy, with other Holy Men and Women in the Old Testament, did use Sackcloth,
and Therefore he calls himself by that Name, when he makes his earnest Prayer for Sodom and Gomorrah. And we read that Judith, Esther, Job, Jeremiah, with other Holy Men and Women in the Old Testament, did use sackcloth,
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They called and cryed to God for Help and Mercy, with such a ceremony of Sackcloth, Dust and Ashes, that thereby they might declare to the whole World, what an humble and lowly estimation they had of themselves,
They called and cried to God for Help and Mercy, with such a ceremony of sackcloth, Dust and Ashes, that thereby they might declare to the Whole World, what an humble and lowly estimation they had of themselves,
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The Book of Wisdom also willing to pull down our proud Stomachs, moveth us diligently to remember our mortal and earthly Generation, which we have all of him that was first Made;
The Book of Wisdom also willing to pull down our proud Stomachs, moves us diligently to Remember our Mortal and earthly Generation, which we have all of him that was First Made;
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and Esay asking, What shall I cry? The Lord answered, Cry, That all Flesh is Grass, and that all the Glory thereof is but as the Flower of the Field,
and Isaiah asking, What shall I cry? The Lord answered, Cry, That all Flesh is Grass, and that all the Glory thereof is but as the Flower of the Field,
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And the Holy Man Job, having in himself great experience of the miserable and sinful estate of Man, doth open the same to the World in these words, Man (saith he,) that is born of a Woman, living but a short time, is full of manifold Miseries, he springeth up like a Flower,
And the Holy Man Job, having in himself great experience of the miserable and sinful estate of Man, does open the same to the World in these words, Man (Says he,) that is born of a Woman, living but a short time, is full of manifold Misery's, he springs up like a Flower,
and all Men, of their evilness, and natural proneness, be so universally given to Sin, that (as the Scripture saith,) God repented that ever he made Man. And by Sin his Indignation was so much provoked against the World, that he drowned all the World with Noes Flood, (except Noe himself and his little Houshold.) It is not without great cause, that the Scripture of God doth so many times call all Men here in this world by this Word, Earth, O thou Earth, Earth, Earth (saith Jeremy,) hear the word of the Lord.
and all Men, of their evilness, and natural proneness, be so universally given to since, that (as the Scripture Says,) God repented that ever he made Man. And by since his Indignation was so much provoked against the World, that he drowned all the World with Noes Flood, (except No himself and his little Household.) It is not without great cause, that the Scripture of God does so many times call all Men Here in this world by this Word, Earth, Oh thou Earth, Earth, Earth (Says Jeremiah,) hear the word of the Lord.
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And thus he setteth us forth, speaking by his faithful Apostle St. Paul, All Men, Jews and Gentiles, are under sin, there is none righteous, no not one:
And thus he sets us forth, speaking by his faithful Apostle Saint Paul, All Men, jews and Gentiles, Are under since, there is none righteous, no not one:
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There is none that understandeth, there is none that seeketh after God, they are all gone out of the way, they are all unprofitable, there is none that doth good, no not one:
There is none that understands, there is none that seeks After God, they Are all gone out of the Way, they Are all unprofitable, there is none that does good, no not one:
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Their throat is an open Sepulchre, with their tongues they have used craft and deceit, the poison of serpents is under their Lips, their mouth is full of cursing and bitterness, their feet are swift to shed blood, destruction and wretchedness are in their ways,
Their throat is an open Sepulchre, with their tongues they have used craft and deceit, the poison of Serpents is under their Lips, their Mouth is full of cursing and bitterness, their feet Are swift to shed blood, destruction and wretchedness Are in their ways,
So doth S. Paul both oft and evidently confess himself, what he was of himself, ever giving (as a most faithful Servant,) all Praise to his Master and Saviour.
So does S. Paul both oft and evidently confess himself, what he was of himself, ever giving (as a most faithful Servant,) all Praise to his Master and Saviour.
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If we say, we have not sinned, we make him a lyar, and his word is not in us, Wherefore the Wise Man in the Book called Ecclesiastes, maketh this true and general Confession, There is not one just man upon the Earth, that doth good, and sinneth not.
If we say, we have not sinned, we make him a liar, and his word is not in us, Wherefore the Wise Man in the Book called Ecclesiastes, makes this true and general Confessi, There is not one just man upon the Earth, that does good, and Sinneth not.
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and that God should not enter into judgment with him? And again, How well weigheth this Holy Man his sins, which he confesseth, that they be so many in number, and so hid, and hard to understand, that it is in a manner impossible to know, utter, or number them? Wherefore, he having a true, earnest,
and that God should not enter into judgement with him? And again, How well weigheth this Holy Man his Sins, which he Confesses, that they be so many in number, and so hid, and hard to understand, that it is in a manner impossible to know, utter, or number them? Wherefore, he having a true, earnest,
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and deep Contemplation, and Consideration of his sins, and yet not coming to the bottom of them, he maketh Supplication to God, to forgive him his privy, secret, hid sins:
and deep Contemplation, and Consideration of his Sins, and yet not coming to the bottom of them, he makes Supplication to God, to forgive him his privy, secret, hid Sins:
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He weigheth rightly his Sins from the Original root and Spring-head, perceiving Inclinations, Provocations, Stirrings, Stingings, Buds, Branches, Dregs, Infections, Tastes, Feelings,
He weigheth rightly his Sins from the Original root and Springhead, perceiving Inclinations, Provocations, Stirrings, Stingings, Buds, Branches, Dregs, Infections, Tastes, Feelings,
He teacheth us in our Prayers, to acknowledge ourselves Sinners, and to ask Righteousness, and deliverance from all Evils, at our Heavenly Father's hand.
He Teaches us in our Prayers, to acknowledge ourselves Sinners, and to ask Righteousness, and deliverance from all Evils, At our Heavenly Father's hand.
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but of God, and therefore these Virtues be called there, The fruits of the Holy Ghost, and not the fruits of Man. Let us therefore acknowledge ourselves before God (as we be indeed,) miserable and wretched Sinners.
but of God, and Therefore these Virtues be called there, The fruits of the Holy Ghost, and not the fruits of Man. Let us Therefore acknowledge ourselves before God (as we be indeed,) miserable and wretched Sinners.
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And let us earnestly Repent, and Humble ourselves heartily, and cry to God for Mercy. Let us all Confess with Mouth and Heart, that we be full of Imperfections:
And let us earnestly repent, and Humble ourselves heartily, and cry to God for Mercy. Let us all Confess with Mouth and Heart, that we be full of Imperfections:
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We Give, Forgive, Believe, Live, and Hope imperfectly: We Speak, Think, and Do impefectly: We Fight against the Devil, the World, and the Flesh imperfectly:
We Give, Forgive, Believe, Live, and Hope imperfectly: We Speak, Think, and Do impefectly: We Fight against the devil, the World, and the Flesh imperfectly:
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Let us therefore not be ashamed to confess plainly our state of Imperfection: Yea, let us not be ashamed to confess Imperfection, even in all our best Works.
Let us Therefore not be ashamed to confess plainly our state of Imperfection: Yea, let us not be ashamed to confess Imperfection, even in all our best Works.
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Let us all make open Confession with the Prodigal Son, to our Father, and say with him, We have sinned against Heaven, and before thee, (O Father,) we are not worthy to be called thy sons.
Let us all make open Confessi with the Prodigal Son, to our Father, and say with him, We have sinned against Heaven, and before thee, (Oh Father,) we Are not worthy to be called thy Sons.
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For in ourselves (as of ourselves,) we find nothing, whereby we may be delivered from this miserable Captivity, into the which we are cast, through the envy of the Devil, by breaking of God's Commandment in our first Parent Adam. We are all become unclean, but we all are not able to cleanse ourselves,
For in ourselves (as of ourselves,) we find nothing, whereby we may be Delivered from this miserable Captivity, into the which we Are cast, through the envy of the devil, by breaking of God's Commandment in our First Parent Adam. We Are all become unclean, but we all Are not able to cleanse ourselves,
neither may we rejoyce in any Works that we do, all which be so Imperfect and Impure, that they are not able to stand before the Righteous Judgment Seat of God as the Holy Prophet David saith, Enter not into judgment with thy Servant (O Lord,) for no man that liveth shall be found righteous in thy sight.
neither may we rejoice in any Works that we do, all which be so Imperfect and Impure, that they Are not able to stand before the Righteous Judgement Seat of God as the Holy Prophet David Says, Enter not into judgement with thy Servant (Oh Lord,) for no man that lives shall be found righteous in thy sighed.
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He is the Lord, with whom is plenteous redemption: He is the God, which of his own mercy saveth us, and setteth out his Charity and exceeding Love towards us, in that of his own voluntary Goodness,
He is the Lord, with whom is plenteous redemption: He is the God, which of his own mercy Saveth us, and sets out his Charity and exceeding Love towards us, in that of his own voluntary goodness,
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And all these Heavenly Treasures are given us, not for our own Deserts, Merits, or good Deeds (which of ourselves we have none,) but of his mere Mercy freely.
And all these Heavenly Treasures Are given us, not for our own Deserts, Merits, or good deeds (which of ourselves we have none,) but of his mere Mercy freely.
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He is that dearly beloved Son, for whose sake God is fully pacified, satisfied, and set at One with Man. He is the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sins of the World, of whom only it may be truly spoken, that he did all things well, and in his mouth was found no craft nor subtilty.
He is that dearly Beloved Son, for whose sake God is Fully pacified, satisfied, and Set At One with Man. He is the Lamb of God, which Takes away the Sins of the World, of whom only it may be truly spoken, that he did all things well, and in his Mouth was found no craft nor subtlety.
And he alone may also say, Which of you shall reprove me of any fault? He is the high and everlasting Priest, which hath offered himself once for all upon the Altar of the Cross,
And he alone may also say, Which of you shall reprove me of any fault? He is the high and everlasting Priest, which hath offered himself once for all upon the Altar of the Cross,
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He is that Saviour, which saveth People from all their sins: To be short, he is that flowing and most plentious Fountain, of whose fulness all we have received:
He is that Saviour, which Saveth People from all their Sins: To be short, he is that flowing and most plenteous Fountain, of whose fullness all we have received:
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And in him, and by him, have we from God the Father all good things, pertaining either to the Body or to the Soul. O how much are we bound to this our Heavenly Father for his great Mercies, which he hath so plenteously declared unto us in Christ Jesu our Lord and Saviour!
And in him, and by him, have we from God the Father all good things, pertaining either to the Body or to the Soul. O how much Are we bound to this our Heavenly Father for his great mercies, which he hath so plenteously declared unto us in christ Jesu our Lord and Saviour!
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What Thanks worthy and sufficient can we give to him? Let us all with one accord burst out with joyful voice, ever Praising and Magnifying this Lord of Mercy,
What Thanks worthy and sufficient can we give to him? Let us all with one accord burst out with joyful voice, ever Praising and Magnifying this Lord of Mercy,
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In the mean season, yea, and at all times let us learn to know ourselves, our frailty and weakness, without any boasting or cracking of our own good Deeds and Merits.
In the mean season, yea, and At all times let us Learn to know ourselves, our frailty and weakness, without any boasting or cracking of our own good deeds and Merits.
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If we thus Humbly submit ourselves in the sight of God, we may be sure, that in the time of his Visitation, he will lift us up unto the Kingdom of his dearly beloved Son Christ Jesu our Lord;
If we thus Humbly submit ourselves in the sighed of God, we may be sure, that in the time of his Visitation, he will lift us up unto the Kingdom of his dearly Beloved Son christ Jesu our Lord;
But every Man of necessity is constrained to seek for another Righteousness of Justification, to be received at God's own hands, that is to say, the forgiveness of his Sins and Trespasses, in such things as he hath offended.
But every Man of necessity is constrained to seek for Another Righteousness of Justification, to be received At God's own hands, that is to say, the forgiveness of his Sins and Trespasses, in such things as he hath offended.
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And this Justification or Righteousness, which we so receive of God's Mercy, and Christ's Merits, embraced by Faith, is taken, accepted and allowed of God,
And this Justification or Righteousness, which we so receive of God's Mercy, and Christ's Merits, embraced by Faith, is taken, accepted and allowed of God,
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how that (all the World being wrapped in Sin by breaking of the Law,) God sent his only Son our Saviour Christ into this World, to fulfil the Law for us, and by shedding of his most precious Blood, to make a sacrifice and satisfaction,
how that (all the World being wrapped in since by breaking of the Law,) God sent his only Son our Saviour christ into this World, to fulfil the Law for us, and by shedding of his most precious Blood, to make a sacrifice and satisfaction,
they are likewise washed by this Sacrifice from their sins, in such sort, that there remaineth not any spot of Sin, that shall be imputed to their Damnation.
they Are likewise washed by this Sacrifice from their Sins, in such sort, that there remains not any spot of since, that shall be imputed to their Damnation.
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This is that justification of Righteousness which St. Paul speaketh of, when he saith, No man is Justified by the works of the Law, but freely by faith in Jesus Christ.
This is that justification of Righteousness which Saint Paul speaks of, when he Says, No man is Justified by the works of the Law, but freely by faith in jesus christ.
For what is it else to go freely, than to be set at liberty without paying of Ransom? This Reason is satisfied by the great Wisdom of God in this mystery of our Redemption, who hath so tempered his Justice and Mercy together, that he would neither by his Justice condemn us unto the everlasting Captivity of the Devil,
For what is it Else to go freely, than to be Set At liberty without paying of Ransom? This Reason is satisfied by the great Wisdom of God in this mystery of our Redemption, who hath so tempered his justice and Mercy together, that he would neither by his justice condemn us unto the everlasting Captivity of the devil,
And whereas it lay not in us to do that, he provided a Ransom for us, that was, the most precious Body and Blood of his own most dear and best beloved Son Jesu Christ, who, besides this Ransom, fulfilled the Law for us perfectly.
And whereas it lay not in us to do that, he provided a Ransom for us, that was, the most precious Body and Blood of his own most dear and best Beloved Son Jesu christ, who, beside this Ransom, fulfilled the Law for us perfectly.
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And of this Justice and Mercy of God knit together, speaketh St. Paul in the third Chap. to the Romans, All have offended, and have need of the Glory of God,
And of this justice and Mercy of God knit together, speaks Saint Paul in the third Chap. to the Roman, All have offended, and have need of the Glory of God,
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by Redemption which is in Jesu Christ, whom God hath sent forth to us for a Reconciler and Peace-maker, through Faith in his Blood, to shew his righteousness. And in the 10th. Chapter, Christ is the end of the Law unto righteousness, to every man that believeth, And in the 8th. Chapter, That which was impossible by the Law, inasmuch as it was weak by the flesh, God sending his own Son in the similitude of sinful flesh, by sin condemned sin in the flesh, that the righteousness of the Law might be fulfilled in us, which walk not after the flesh but after the spirit.
by Redemption which is in Jesu christ, whom God hath sent forth to us for a Reconciler and Peacemaker, through Faith in his Blood, to show his righteousness. And in the 10th. Chapter, christ is the end of the Law unto righteousness, to every man that Believeth, And in the 8th. Chapter, That which was impossible by the Law, inasmuch as it was weak by the Flesh, God sending his own Son in the similitude of sinful Flesh, by since condemned since in the Flesh, that the righteousness of the Law might be fulfilled in us, which walk not After the Flesh but After the Spirit.
Neither doth Faith shut out the Justice of our good Works, necessarily to be done afterwards of Duty towards God (for we are most bounden to serve God, in doing good Deeds, commanded by him in his Holy Scripture, all the days of our Life:) But it excludeth them,
Neither does Faith shut out the justice of our good Works, necessarily to be done afterwards of Duty towards God (for we Are most bounden to serve God, in doing good deeds, commanded by him in his Holy Scripture, all the days of our Life:) But it excludeth them,
and of so great and free Mercy, that whereas all the World was not able of themselves to pay any part towards their Ransom, it pleased our Heavenly Father of his infinite Mercy, without any our desert or deserving, to prepare for us the most precious Jewels of Christ's Body and Blood, whereby our Ransom might be fully paid, the Law fulfilled, and his Justice fully satisfied.
and of so great and free Mercy, that whereas all the World was not able of themselves to pay any part towards their Ransom, it pleased our Heavenly Father of his infinite Mercy, without any our desert or deserving, to prepare for us the most precious Jewels of Christ's Body and Blood, whereby our Ransom might be Fully paid, the Law fulfilled, and his justice Fully satisfied.
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And St. Paul in his Epistle to the Galatians proveth the same, saying thus, If there had been any Law given which could have justified, verily Righteousness should have been by the Law.
And Saint Paul in his Epistle to the Galatians Proves the same, saying thus, If there had been any Law given which could have justified, verily Righteousness should have been by the Law.
And to this end tend all the Prophets, as St. Peter saith in the 10th of the Acts. Of Christ all the Prophets (saith St. Peter, ) do witness, that through his Name all they that believe in him, shall receive the remission of sins.
And to this end tend all the prophets, as Saint Peter Says in the 10th of the Acts. Of christ all the prophets (Says Saint Peter,) do witness, that through his Name all they that believe in him, shall receive the remission of Sins.
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Of whom I will specially rehearse three, Hilary, Basil, and Ambrose. St. Hilary saith these Words plainly in the ninth Canon upon Matthew, Faith only justifieth.
Of whom I will specially rehearse three, Hilary, Basil, and Ambrose. Saint Hilary Says these Words plainly in the ninth Canon upon Matthew, Faith only Justifieth.
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These be the very words of St. Basil, and St. Ambrose a Latin Author saith these words, This is the Ordinance of God, that they which believe in Christ, should be saved without Works, by Faith only, freely receiving remission of their sins.
These be the very words of Saint Basil, and Saint Ambrose a Latin Author Says these words, This is the Ordinance of God, that they which believe in christ, should be saved without Works, by Faith only, freely receiving remission of their Sins.
What can be spoken more plainly, than to say, That freely without Works, by Faith only, we obtain remission of our sins? These and other like Sentences, that we be justified by Faith only, freely,
What can be spoken more plainly, than to say, That freely without Works, by Faith only, we obtain remission of our Sins? These and other like Sentences, that we be justified by Faith only, freely,
As, beside Hilary, Basil, and St. Ambrose before rehearsed, we read the same in Origen, St. Chrysostom, St. Cyprian, St. Augustin, Prosper, Oecumenius, Proclus, Bernardus, Anselm, and many other Authors Greek and Latin.
As, beside Hilary, Basil, and Saint Ambrose before rehearsed, we read the same in Origen, Saint Chrysostom, Saint Cyprian, Saint Augustin, Prosper, Oecumenius, Proclus, Bernard, Anselm, and many other Authors Greek and Latin.
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Nevertheless, this Sentence, that we be justified by Faith only, is not so meant of them, that the said justifying Faith is alone in Man, without true Repentance, Hope, Charity, Dread,
Nevertheless, this Sentence, that we be justified by Faith only, is not so meant of them, that the said justifying Faith is alone in Man, without true Repentance, Hope, Charity, Dread,
This Faith, the Holy Scripture teacheth us, is the strong Rock and Foundation of Christian Religion, this Doctrine all old and antient Authors of Christ's Church do approve, this Doctrine advanceth and setteth forth the true Glory of Christ,
This Faith, the Holy Scripture Teaches us, is the strong Rock and Foundation of Christian Religion, this Doctrine all old and ancient Authors of Christ's Church do approve, this Doctrine Advanceth and sets forth the true Glory of christ,
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And although this Doctrine be never so true, (as it is most true indeed) that we be justified freely, without all merit of our own good Works, (as St. Paul doth express it) and freely by this lively and perfect Faith in Christ only, (as the ancient Authors use to speak it) yet this true Doctrine must be also truly understood,
And although this Doctrine be never so true, (as it is most true indeed) that we be justified freely, without all merit of our own good Works, (as Saint Paul does express it) and freely by this lively and perfect Faith in christ only, (as the ancient Authors use to speak it) yet this true Doctrine must be also truly understood,
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and most plainly declared, lest carnal Men should take unjustly occasion thereby to live carnally, after the Appetite and Will of the World, the Flesh, and the Devil.
and most plainly declared, lest carnal Men should take unjustly occasion thereby to live carnally, After the Appetite and Will of the World, the Flesh, and the devil.
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And because no Man should err by mistaking of this Doctrine, I shall plainly and shortly so declare the right understanding of the same, that no Man shall justly think, that he may thereby take any occasion of carnal liberty, to follow the desires of the flesh;
And Because no Man should err by mistaking of this Doctrine, I shall plainly and shortly so declare the right understanding of the same, that no Man shall justly think, that he may thereby take any occasion of carnal liberty, to follow the Desires of the Flesh;
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neither in part nor in the whole, for that were the greatest arrogancy and presumption of Man, that Antichrist could set up against God, to affirm, that a Man might by his own Works take away and purge his own sins, and so justifie himself.
neither in part nor in the Whole, for that were the greatest arrogance and presumption of Man, that Antichrist could Set up against God, to affirm, that a Man might by his own Works take away and purge his own Sins, and so justify himself.
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or this our Faith in Christ, which is within us, doth justifie us, and deserve our Justification unto us, (for that were to count our selves to be justified by some Act or Virtue that is within ourselves,) but the true understanding and meaning thereof is, that although we hear God's Word,
or this our Faith in christ, which is within us, does justify us, and deserve our Justification unto us, (for that were to count our selves to be justified by Some Act or Virtue that is within ourselves,) but the true understanding and meaning thereof is, that although we hear God's Word,
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and our Justification, and therefore we must trust only in God's Mercy, and that Sacrifice which our High Priest and Saviour Christ Jesus the Son of God once offered for us upon the Cross, to obtain thereby God's Grace and Remission,
and our Justification, and Therefore we must trust only in God's Mercy, and that Sacrifice which our High Priest and Saviour christ jesus the Son of God once offered for us upon the Cross, to obtain thereby God's Grace and Remission,
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so plainly declared, that you see, that the very true meaning of this Proposition or Saying, We be justified by Faith in Christ only, (according to the meaning of the old ancient Authors,) is this:
so plainly declared, that you see, that the very true meaning of this Proposition or Saying, We be justified by Faith in christ only, (according to the meaning of the old ancient Authors,) is this:
Truth it is, that our Works do not justifie us, to speak properly of our Justification, (that is to say,) our Works do not merit or deserve remission of our Sins,
Truth it is, that our Works doe not justify us, to speak properly of our Justification, (that is to say,) our Works doe not merit or deserve remission of our Sins,
Nevertheless, because Faith doth directly send us to Christ for remission of our Sins, and that by Faith given us of God, we embrace the Promise of God's Mercy,
Nevertheless, Because Faith does directly send us to christ for remission of our Sins, and that by Faith given us of God, we embrace the Promise of God's Mercy,
and of the remission of our Sins, (which thing none other of our Virtues of Works properly doth,) therefore the Scripture useth to say, That Faith without Works doth justifie.
and of the remission of our Sins, (which thing none other of our Virtues of Works properly does,) Therefore the Scripture uses to say, That Faith without Works does justify.
therefore the old ancient Fathers of the Church from time to time have uttered our Justification with this Speech, Only Faith justifieth us, meaning no other thing than St. Paul meant,
Therefore the old ancient Father's of the Church from time to time have uttered our Justification with this Speech, Only Faith Justifieth us, meaning no other thing than Saint Paul meant,
when he said, Faith without Works justifieth us, And because all this is brought to pass, through the only Merits and Deservings of our Saviour Christ,
when he said, Faith without Works Justifieth us, And Because all this is brought to pass, through the only Merits and Deservings of our Saviour christ,
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For our own Imperfection is so great, through the corruption of Original Sin, that all is imperfect that is within us, Faith, Charity, Hope, Dread, Thoughts, Words and VVorks,
For our own Imperfection is so great, through the corruption of Original since, that all is imperfect that is within us, Faith, Charity, Hope, Dread, Thoughts, Words and Works,
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Here you have heard the Office of God in our Justification, and how we receive it of him freely, by his Mercy, without our deserts, through true and lively Faith.
Here you have herd the Office of God in our Justification, and how we receive it of him freely, by his Mercy, without our deserts, through true and lively Faith.
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Much less is it our Office, after that we be once made Christ's Members, to live contrary to the same, making ourselves Members of the Devil, walking after his enticements,
Much less is it our Office, After that we be once made Christ's Members, to live contrary to the same, making ourselves Members of the devil, walking After his enticements,
They know that God hateth Unrighteousness, that he will destroy all those that speak untruly, that those which have done good Works (which cannot be done without a lively Faith in Christ,) shall come forth into the Resurrection of Life;
They know that God hates Unrighteousness, that he will destroy all those that speak untruly, that those which have done good Works (which cannot be done without a lively Faith in christ,) shall come forth into the Resurrection of Life;
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but will obey Unrighteousness, shall come Indignation, Wrath, and Affliction, &c. Therefore, to conclude, considering the infinite Benefits of God, shewed and given unto us mercifully without our Deserts, who hath not only Created us of Nothing;
but will obey Unrighteousness, shall come Indignation, Wrath, and Affliction, etc. Therefore, to conclude, considering the infinite Benefits of God, showed and given unto us mercifully without our Deserts, who hath not only Created us of Nothing;
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But contrariwise, if we be not desperate Persons, and our Hearts harder than Stones, they move us to render ourselves unto God wholly, with all our VVills, Hearts, Might,
But contrariwise, if we be not desperate Persons, and our Hearts harder than Stones, they move us to render ourselves unto God wholly, with all our VVills, Hearts, Might,
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and Power to serve him in all good Deeds, obeying his Commandments during our Lives, to seek in all things his Glory and Honour, not our sensual Pleasures and Vain-glory, evermore dreading willingly to offend such a Merciful God and Loving Redeemer, in VVord, Thought,
and Power to serve him in all good deeds, obeying his commandments during our Lives, to seek in all things his Glory and Honour, not our sensual Pleasures and Vainglory, evermore dreading willingly to offend such a Merciful God and Loving Redeemer, in Word, Thought,
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and, as much as lieth in us, to study with all our endeavour, to do good to every Man. These be the fruits of true Faith, to do good asmuch as lieth in us to every Man,
and, as much as lies in us, to study with all our endeavour, to do good to every Man. These be the fruits of true Faith, to do good as as lies in us to every Man,
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and, above all things, and in all things to advance the Glory of God, of whom only we have our Sanctification, Justification, Salvation, and Redemption:
and, above all things, and in all things to advance the Glory of God, of whom only we have our Sanctification, Justification, Salvation, and Redemption:
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And lest any Man should be deceived, for lack of right Understanding thereof, it is diligently to be noted, that Faith is taken in the Scripture two manner of ways.
And lest any Man should be deceived, for lack of right Understanding thereof, it is diligently to be noted, that Faith is taken in the Scripture two manner of ways.
And such a manner of Faith have the wicked and naughty Christian People, which confess God (as St. Paul saith,) in their mouths, but deny him in their deeds, being abominable,
And such a manner of Faith have the wicked and naughty Christian People, which confess God (as Saint Paul Says,) in their mouths, but deny him in their Deeds, being abominable,
And this is not only the common belief of the Articles of our Faith, but it is also a true Trust and Confidence of the Mercy of God, through our Lord Jesus Christ,
And this is not only the Common belief of the Articles of our Faith, but it is also a true Trust and Confidence of the Mercy of God, through our Lord jesus christ,
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and will make us Inheritors with him of his everlasting Kingdom, and that in the mean time untill that Kingdom come, he will be our Protector and Defender in all perils and dangers, whatsoever do chance:
and will make us Inheritors with him of his everlasting Kingdom, and that in the mean time until that Kingdom come, he will be our Protector and Defender in all perils and dangers, whatsoever do chance:
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a Certificate and sure looking for them, although they yet sensibly appear not unto us. And after he saith, He that cometh to God must believe, both that he is,
a Certificate and sure looking for them, although they yet sensibly appear not unto us. And After he Says, He that comes to God must believe, both that he is,
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Even so the Soul, that hath a lively Faith in it, will be doing alway some good Work, which shall declare that it is living, and will not be unoccupied.
Even so the Soul, that hath a lively Faith in it, will be doing always Some good Work, which shall declare that it is living, and will not be unoccupied.
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and Priest, in whose only Merits, Oblation, and Suffering, we do trust that our Offences be continually washed and purged, whensoever we (repenting truly,) do return to him with our whole Heart, stedfastly determining with ourselves, through his Grace, to obey and serve him in keeping his Commandments,
and Priest, in whose only Merits, Oblation, and Suffering, we do trust that our Offences be continually washed and purged, whensoever we (repenting truly,) do return to him with our Whole Heart, steadfastly determining with ourselves, through his Grace, to obey and serve him in keeping his commandments,
and never to turn back again to Sin. Such is the true Faith, that the Scripture doth so much commend, the which when it seeth and considereth what God hath done for us, is also moved through continual assistance of the Spirit of God, to serve and please him, to keep his Favour, to fear his Displeasure, to continue his Obedient Children, shewing Thakfulness again by observing or keeping his Commandments,
and never to turn back again to Sin. Such is the true Faith, that the Scripture does so much commend, the which when it sees and Considereth what God hath done for us, is also moved through continual assistance of the Spirit of God, to serve and please him, to keep his Favour, to Fear his Displeasure, to continue his Obedient Children, showing Thakfulness again by observing or keeping his commandments,
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than of another, St. Paul teacheth at large in the Eleventh Chapter to the Hebrews, saying, That faith made the oblation of Abel better than the oblation of Cain.
than of Another, Saint Paul Teaches At large in the Eleventh Chapter to the Hebrews, saying, That faith made the oblation of Abel better than the oblation of Cain.
This Faith wrought so in the Heart of Moses, that he refused to be taken for King Pharaoh, his Daughters Son, and to have great inheritance in Egypt, thinking it better with the people of God to have affliction and sorrow, than with naughty Men in Sin to live pleasantly for a time.
This Faith wrought so in the Heart of Moses, that he refused to be taken for King Pharaoh, his Daughters Son, and to have great inheritance in Egypt, thinking it better with the people of God to have affliction and sorrow, than with naughty Men in since to live pleasantly for a time.
By faith, the children of Israel passed through the red Sea. By faith, the walls of Jericho fell down without stroke, and many other wonderful Miracles have been wrought.
By faith, the children of Israel passed through the read Sea. By faith, the walls of Jericho fell down without stroke, and many other wondered Miracles have been wrought.
some have lost all their Goods, and lived in great Poverty; some have wandred in Mountains, Hills and Wildernesses; some have been racked; some slain; some stoned; some sawen; some rent in pieces; some beheaded;
Some have lost all their Goods, and lived in great Poverty; Some have wandered in Mountains, Hills and Wildernesses; Some have been racked; Some slave; Some stoned; Some sawen; Some rend in Pieces; Some beheaded;
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But now by the coming of our Saviour Christ, we have received more abundantly the Spirit of God in our Hearts, whereby we may conceive a greater Faith,
But now by the coming of our Saviour christ, we have received more abundantly the Spirit of God in our Hearts, whereby we may conceive a greater Faith,
And St. Paul so much extolleth their Faith, because we should not less, but rather more, give our selves wholly unto Christ, both in Profession and Living,
And Saint Paul so much extolleth their Faith, Because we should not less, but rather more, give our selves wholly unto christ, both in Profession and Living,
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VVhich error St. John in his First Epistle confuting, writeth in this wise, Hereby we are certified, that we knew God, if we observe his Commandments.
Which error Saint John in his First Epistle confuting, Writeth in this wise, Hereby we Are certified, that we knew God, if we observe his commandments.
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And finally he concludeth, and sheweth the cause why he wrote this Epistle, saying, For this cause have I thus written unto you, that you may know that you have everlasting life, which do believe in the Son of God.
And finally he Concludeth, and shows the cause why he wrote this Epistle, saying, For this cause have I thus written unto you, that you may know that you have everlasting life, which do believe in the Son of God.
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but as a most certain and necessary Truth, taught unto him by Christ himself, the Eternal and infallible Verity, who in many places doth most clearly affirm, That Faith, Hope and Charity, cannot consist or stand without Good and Godly VVorks.
but as a most certain and necessary Truth, taught unto him by christ himself, the Eternal and infallible Verity, who in many places does most clearly affirm, That Faith, Hope and Charity, cannot consist or stand without Good and Godly Works.
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Now forasmuch as he that believeth in Christ hath everlasting life it; must needs consequently follow, that he that hath this Faith, must have also good Works,
Now forasmuch as he that Believeth in christ hath everlasting life it; must needs consequently follow, that he that hath this Faith, must have also good Works,
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or breaking of God's Commandments, without Repentance, pertaineth not everlasting Life, but everlasting Death, as Christ himself saith, They that do well shall go into life eternal but they that do evil; shall go into everlasting Fire.
or breaking of God's commandments, without Repentance, pertaineth not everlasting Life, but everlasting Death, as christ himself Says, They that do well shall go into life Eternal but they that do evil; shall go into everlasting Fire.
Such a Man may well rejoyce in God, perceiving by the trade of his Life, that he unfeignedly hath the right knowledge of God, a lively Faith, a stedfast Hope, a true and unfeigned Love, and Fear of God.
Such a Man may well rejoice in God, perceiving by the trade of his Life, that he unfeignedly hath the right knowledge of God, a lively Faith, a steadfast Hope, a true and unfeigned Love, and fear of God.
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Such a Man clearly deceiveth himself, and seeth not his own Heart, if he thinketh that he either knoweth God, loveth him, feareth him, or trusteth in him.
Such a Man clearly deceives himself, and sees not his own Heart, if he Thinketh that he either Knoweth God, loves him, fears him, or Trusteth in him.
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and all Evil. If all the World were on our side, and God against us, What could the World avail us? Therefore let us set our whole Faith and Trust in God,
and all Evil. If all the World were on our side, and God against us, What could the World avail us? Therefore let us Set our Whole Faith and Trust in God,
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And also he saith, minister or declare in your faith virtue, in virtue knowledge, in knowledge temperance, in temperance patience, in patience godliness, in godliness brotherly charity, in brotherly charity love:
And also he Says, minister or declare in your faith virtue, in virtue knowledge, in knowledge temperance, in temperance patience, in patience godliness, in godliness brotherly charity, in brotherly charity love:
So shall we shew indeed, that we have the very lively Christian Faith, and may so both certifie our Conscience the better that we be in the right Faith;
So shall we show indeed, that we have the very lively Christian Faith, and may so both certify our Conscience the better that we be in the right Faith;
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or else setting their Minds upon vain pleasures of this VVorld, do live in Sin without Repentance, not uttering the fruits that do belong to such an high Profession;
or Else setting their Minds upon vain pleasures of this World, do live in since without Repentance, not uttering the fruits that do belong to such an high Profession;
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upon such presumptious Persons, and wilful Sinners, must needs remain the great vengeance of God, and eternal punishment in Hell, prepared for the unjust and wicked Livers.
upon such presumptuous Persons, and wilful Sinners, must needs remain the great vengeance of God, and Eternal punishment in Hell, prepared for the unjust and wicked Livers.
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But be sure of your Faith, try it by your living, look upon the fruits that come of it, mark the increase of Love and Charity by it towards God and your Neighbor,
But be sure of your Faith, try it by your living, look upon the fruits that come of it, mark the increase of Love and Charity by it towards God and your Neighbour,
Now by God's Grace shall be declared the Second thing that before was noted of Faith, that without it can no good Work be done, accepted and pleasant unto God.
Now by God's Grace shall be declared the Second thing that before was noted of Faith, that without it can not good Work be done, accepted and pleasant unto God.
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Without Faith all that is done of us is but dead before God, although the work seem never so gay and glorious before Man. Even as the Picture, graven or painted, is but a dead representation of the thing itself,
Without Faith all that is done of us is but dead before God, although the work seem never so gay and glorious before Man. Even as the Picture, graved or painted, is but a dead representation of the thing itself,
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The intent (saith he,) maketh good VVorks, but Faith must guide and order the intent of Man. And Christ saith, If thine eye be naught, thy whole body is full of darkness.
The intent (Says he,) makes good Works, but Faith must guide and order the intent of Man. And christ Says, If thine eye be nought, thy Whole body is full of darkness.
So that he which doth not his good VVorks with a godly intent, and a true Faith, that worketh by Love, the whole Body beside, (that is to say,) all the whole number of his Works, is dark,
So that he which does not his good Works with a godly intent, and a true Faith, that works by Love, the Whole Body beside, (that is to say,) all the Whole number of his Works, is dark,
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Without this Faith we have not them, but only the names and shadows of them, (as St. Augustine saith.) All the life of them that lack the true Faith, is Sin,
Without this Faith we have not them, but only the names and shadows of them, (as Saint Augustine Says.) All the life of them that lack the true Faith, is since,
But if they remain in Faith, then Faith is the nest and safeguard of their Birds, that is to say, safeguard of their good VVorks, that the reward of them be not utterly lost.
But if they remain in Faith, then Faith is the nest and safeguard of their Birds, that is to say, safeguard of their good Works, that the reward of them be not utterly lost.
And this matter (which St. Augustine at large in many Books disputeth) St. Ambrose concludeth in few words, saying, He that by nature would withstand Vice, either by natural VVill or Reason, he doth in vain garnish the time of this Life,
And this matter (which Saint Augustine At large in many Books disputeth) Saint Ambrose Concludeth in few words, saying, He that by nature would withstand Vice, either by natural VVill or Reason, he does in vain garnish the time of this Life,
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And for a similitude, he saith, That they, which glister and shine in good Works without Faith in God, be like dead Men, which have goodly and precious Tombs,
And for a similitude, he Says, That they, which glister and shine in good Works without Faith in God, be like dead Men, which have goodly and precious Tombs,
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So must our Faith in Christ go before, and after be nourished with good Works. And life may be without nourishment, but nourishment cannot be without life.
So must our Faith in christ go before, and After be nourished with good Works. And life may be without nourishment, but nourishment cannot be without life.
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But this is the effect that I say, That Faith by itself saved him, but Works by themselves never justified any Man. Here ye have heard the Mind of St. Chrysostome, whereby you may perceive, that neither Faith is without Works, (having opportunity thereto,) nor Works can avail to everlasting Life, without Faith.
But this is the Effect that I say, That Faith by itself saved him, but Works by themselves never justified any Man. Here you have herd the Mind of Saint Chrysostom, whereby you may perceive, that neither Faith is without Works, (having opportunity thereto,) nor Works can avail to everlasting Life, without Faith.
The First was, that Faith is never idle, without Good Works when occasion serveth. The Second, that good Works acceptable to God cannot be done without Faith.
The First was, that Faith is never idle, without Good Works when occasion serves. The Second, that good Works acceptable to God cannot be done without Faith.
This cannot be known so well, as by our Saviour Christ himself, who was asked of a certain great Man the same Question, What Works shall I do, (said a Prince,) to come to everlasting life? to whom Jesus answered, If thou wilt come to everlasting life, keep the Commandments.
This cannot be known so well, as by our Saviour christ himself, who was asked of a certain great Man the same Question, What Works shall I do, (said a Prince,) to come to everlasting life? to whom jesus answered, If thou wilt come to everlasting life, keep the commandments.
But the Prince not satisfied herewith, asked farther, Which Commandments? The Scribes and Pharises had made so many of their own Laws and Traditions, to bring Men to Heaven, besides God's Commandments, that this Man was in doubt whether he should come to Heaven by those Laws and Traditions,
But the Prince not satisfied herewith, asked farther, Which commandments? The Scribes and Pharisees had made so many of their own Laws and Traditions, to bring Men to Heaven, beside God's commandments, that this Man was in doubt whither he should come to Heaven by those Laws and Traditions,
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So that this is to be taken for a most true Lesson taught by Christ's own Mouth, That the works of the Moral Commandments of God be the very true Works of Faith, which lead to the Blessed Life to come.
So that this is to be taken for a most true lesson taught by Christ's own Mouth, That the works of the Moral commandments of God be the very true Works of Faith, which led to the Blessed Life to come.
And ever since that time, all that came of him have been so blinded through original Sin, that they have been ever ready to fall from God and his Law,
And ever since that time, all that Come of him have been so blinded through original since, that they have been ever ready to fallen from God and his Law,
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and to invent a new way unto Salvation by Works of their own device, so much, that almost all the World, forsaking the true Honour of the only Eternal living God, wandred about their own phantasies, worshipping, some the Sun, the Moon, the Stars, some Jupiter, Juno, Diana, Saturnus, Apollo, Neptunus, Ceres, Bacchus, and other dead Men and Women.
and to invent a new Way unto Salvation by Works of their own device, so much, that almost all the World, forsaking the true Honour of the only Eternal living God, wandered about their own fantasies, worshipping, Some the Sun, the Moon, the Stars, Some Jupiter, Juno, Diana, Saturnus, Apollo, Neptunus, Ceres, Bacchus, and other dead Men and Women.
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Such was the rudeness of the People, after they fell to their own phantasies, and left the Eternal living God and his Commandments, that they devised innumerable Images and Gods. In which error and blindness they did remain,
Such was the rudeness of the People, After they fell to their own fantasies, and left the Eternal living God and his commandments, that they devised innumerable Images and God's In which error and blindness they did remain,
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until such a time as Almighty God, pitying the blindness of Man, sent his true Prophet Moses into the World, to reprove and rebuke this extreme madness,
until such a time as Almighty God, pitying the blindness of Man, sent his true Prophet Moses into the World, to reprove and rebuke this extreme madness,
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For notwithstanding all the Benefits of God shewed unto the People of Israel, yet when Moses went up into the Mountain to speak with Almighty God, he had tarried there but a few days,
For notwithstanding all the Benefits of God showed unto the People of Israel, yet when Moses went up into the Mountain to speak with Almighty God, he had tarried there but a few days,
And the error hereof was so spread abroad, that not only the unlearned People, but also the Priests and Teachers of the People, partly by Vain-glory and Covetousness were corrupted,
And the error hereof was so spread abroad, that not only the unlearned People, but also the Priests and Teachers of the People, partly by Vainglory and Covetousness were corrupted,
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And so continued that horrible Error, until the three Noble Kings, as Josaphat, Ezechias, and Josias, God's chosen Ministers, destroyed the same clearly,
And so continued that horrible Error, until the three Noble Kings, as Josaphat, Hezekiah, and Josiah, God's chosen Ministers, destroyed the same clearly,
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And beside the foresaid Inventions, the inclination of Man to have his own Holy Devotions devised new Sects and Religions, called Pharises, Sadduces,
And beside the foresaid Inventions, the inclination of Man to have his own Holy Devotions devised new Sects and Religions, called Pharisees, Sadducees,
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For notwithstanding all the goodly Traditions and outward shews of good Works, devised of their own imagination, whereby they appeared to the World most Religious and Holy of all Men;
For notwithstanding all the goodly Traditions and outward shows of good Works, devised of their own imagination, whereby they appeared to the World most Religious and Holy of all Men;
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Therefore said he unto them, Hypocrites, the Prophet Isaiah spake full truly of you, when he said, This People honour me with their lips, but their Heart is far from me.
Therefore said he unto them, Hypocrites, the Prophet Isaiah spoke full truly of you, when he said, This People honour me with their lips, but their Heart is Far from me.
yet he meant not thereby to overthrow all Mens Commandments, for he himself was ever obedient to the Princes and their Laws, made for good Order and Governance of the People;
yet he meant not thereby to overthrow all Men's commandments, for he himself was ever obedient to the Princes and their Laws, made for good Order and Governance of the People;
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which were not made only for good order of the People, (as the Civil Laws were,) but they were set up so high, that they were made to be right and pure worshipping of God,
which were not made only for good order of the People, (as the Civil Laws were,) but they were Set up so high, that they were made to be right and pure worshipping of God,
This arrogancy God detested, that Man should so advance his Laws, to make them equal with God's Laws, wherein the true honouring and right worshipping of God standeth,
This arrogance God detested, that Man should so advance his Laws, to make them equal with God's Laws, wherein the true honouring and right worshipping of God Stands,
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nor would they have them called by the name of other temporal Laws, but called them Holy and Godly Traditions, and would have them esteemed, not only for a right and true worshipping of God, (as God's Laws be indeed,) but also for the most high honouring of God, to the which the Commandments of God should give place.
nor would they have them called by the name of other temporal Laws, but called them Holy and Godly Traditions, and would have them esteemed, not only for a right and true worshipping of God, (as God's Laws be indeed,) but also for the most high honouring of God, to the which the commandments of God should give place.
The Scribes and Pharisees quarrelled with Christ, saying, Why do thy Disciples break the traditions of the Seigniours? But Christ laid to their charge, that they,
The Scribes and Pharisees quarreled with christ, saying, Why do thy Disciples break the traditions of the Seigniours? But christ laid to their charge, that they,
For they taught the People such a Devotion, that they offered their Goods into the Treasure-house of the Temple, under the pretence of God's Honour, leaving their Fathers and Mothers (to whom they were chiefly bound,) unholpen,
For they taught the People such a Devotion, that they offered their Goods into the Treasure-house of the Temple, under the pretence of God's Honour, leaving their Father's and Mother's (to whom they were chiefly bound,) unholpen,
as Works of Mercy, or to do Justice, or to deal sincerely, uprightly, and faithfully with God and Man. These (saith Christ,) ought to be done, and the other not left undone.
as Works of Mercy, or to do justice, or to deal sincerely, uprightly, and faithfully with God and Man. These (Says christ,) ought to be done, and the other not left undone.
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THat all Men might rightly judge of Good Works, it hath been declared in the Second Part of this Sermon, what kind of Good Works they be, that God would have his People to walk in,
THat all Men might rightly judge of Good Works, it hath been declared in the Second Part of this Sermon, what kind of Good Works they be, that God would have his People to walk in,
namely, such as he hath commanded in his Holy Scripture, and not such Works as Men have studied out of their own Brain, of a blind Zeal and Devotion, without the Word of God:
namely, such as he hath commanded in his Holy Scripture, and not such Works as Men have studied out of their own Brain, of a blind Zeal and Devotion, without the Word of God:
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And how they did set up their own Traditions, as high, or above God's Commandments, which hath hapned also in our times, (the more it is to be lamented,) no less than it did among the Jews, and that by the corruption,
And how they did Set up their own Traditions, as high, or above God's commandments, which hath happened also in our times, (the more it is to be lamented,) no less than it did among the jews, and that by the corruption,
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so as by little and little, through the sower Leaven thereof, the sweet Bread of God's Holy Word hath been much hindred and laid apart? Neither had the Jews in their most blindness so many Pilgrimages unto Images,
so as by little and little, through the sour Leaven thereof, the sweet Bred of God's Holy Word hath been much hindered and laid apart? Neither had the jews in their most blindness so many Pilgrimages unto Images,
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Which Sects and Religions had so many hypocritical and feigned Works in their state of Religion, (as they arrogantly named it,) that their Lamps (as they said) ran always over, able to satisfie, not only for their own Sins,
Which Sects and Religions had so many hypocritical and feigned Works in their state of Religion, (as they arrogantly nam it,) that their Lamps (as they said) ran always over, able to satisfy, not only for their own Sins,
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but also for all other their Benefactors, Brothers, and Sisters of Religion, as most ungodlily and craftily they had persuaded the multitude of ignorant People:
but also for all other their Benefactors, Brother's, and Sisters of Religion, as most ungodlily and craftily they had persuaded the multitude of ignorant People:
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and Works of overflowing abundance ready to be sold, and all things which they had were called Holy, Holy Cowls, Holy Girdles, Holy Pardons, Beads, Holy Shooes, Holy Rules, and all full of Holiness.
and Works of overflowing abundance ready to be sold, and all things which they had were called Holy, Holy Cowls, Holy Girdles, Holy Pardons, Beads, Holy Shoes, Holy Rules, and all full of Holiness.
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But to pass over the innumerable Superstitiousness that hath been in strange Apparel, in Silence, in Dormitory, in Cloister, in Chapter, in choice of meats and drinks, and in such like things;
But to pass over the innumerable Superstitiousness that hath been in strange Apparel, in Silence, in Dormitory, in Cloister, in Chapter, in choice of Meats and drinks, and in such like things;
First, under pretence or colour of Obedience to their Father in Religion, (which Obedience they made themselves,) they were made free by their Rule and Canons, from the Obedience of their natural Father and Mother,
First, under pretence or colour of obedience to their Father in Religion, (which obedience they made themselves,) they were made free by their Rule and Canonas, from the obedience of their natural Father and Mother,
And as for their wilful Poverty, it was such, that when in Possessions, Jewels, Plate, and Riches, they were equal, or above Merchants, Gentlemen, Barons, Earls, and Dukes:
And as for their wilful Poverty, it was such, that when in Possessions, Jewels, Plate, and Riches, they were equal, or above Merchant's, Gentlemen, Barons, Earls, and Dukes:
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Yet by this subtil sophistical term, Proprium in commune, that is to say, Proper in common, they mocked the World, persuading, that notwithstanding all their Possessions and Riches,
Yet by this subtle sophistical term, Proprium in commune, that is to say, Proper in Common, they mocked the World, persuading, that notwithstanding all their Possessions and Riches,
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But for all their Riches, they might neither help Father or Mother, nor other that were indeed very needy and poor, without the Licence of their Father Abbot, Prior,
But for all their Riches, they might neither help Father or Mother, nor other that were indeed very needy and poor, without the Licence of their Father Abbot, Prior,
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and Glory of his most Blessed Name, as he gave the like Spirit unto the most Noble and Famous Princes, Josaphat, Josias, and Ezechias. God grant all us the King's Highness faithful and true Subjects, to feed of the sweet and savory Bread of God's own Word,
and Glory of his most Blessed Name, as he gave the like Spirit unto the most Noble and Famous Princes, Josaphat, Josiah, and Hezekiah. God grant all us the King's Highness faithful and true Subject's, to feed of the sweet and savoury Bred of God's own Word,
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and Rosaries, of fifteen Oes, of St. Bernard's Verses, of St. Agathe 's Letters, of Purgatory, of Masses satisfactory, of Stations and Jubilees, of feigned Reliques, of hallowed Beads, Bells, Bread, Water, Psalms, Candles, Fire, and such other:
and Rosaries, of fifteen Oes, of Saint Bernard's Verses, of Saint Agathe is Letters, of Purgatory, of Masses satisfactory, of Stations and Jubilees, of feigned Relics, of hallowed Beads, Bells', Bred, Water, Psalms, Candles, Fire, and such other:
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Of Superstitious Fastings, of Fraternities or Brotherhoods, of Pardons, with such like Merchandise, which were so esteemed and abused to the great prejudice of God's Glory and Commandments;
Of Superstitious Fastings, of Fraternities or Brotherhoods, of Pardons, with such like Merchandise, which were so esteemed and abused to the great prejudice of God's Glory and commandments;
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Yea also, vain Inventions, unfruitful Ceremonies, and ungodly Laws, Decrees, and Councils of Rome, were in such wise advanced, that nothing was thought comparable in Authority, Wisdom, Learning, and Godliness, unto them.
Yea also, vain Inventions, unfruitful Ceremonies, and ungodly Laws, Decrees, and Councils of Room, were in such wise advanced, that nothing was Thought comparable in authority, Wisdom, Learning, and Godliness, unto them.
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And the Laws of God also partly were left off, and less esteemed, that the said Laws, Decrees and Councils, with their Traditions and Ceremonies, might be more duly kept, and had in greater reverence.
And the Laws of God also partly were left off, and less esteemed, that the said Laws, Decrees and Councils, with their Traditions and Ceremonies, might be more duly kept, and had in greater Reverence.
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Thus was the People, through ignorance, so blinded, with the Godly shew and appearance of those things, that they thought the keeping of them to be a more Holiness, a more perfect Service and Honouring of God,
Thus was the People, through ignorance, so blinded, with the Godly show and appearance of those things, that they Thought the keeping of them to be a more Holiness, a more perfect Service and Honouring of God,
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And furthermore, to take God's Commandments for Men's Commandments, and Men's Commandments for God's Commandments; yea, and for the highest and most Perfect and Holiest of all God's Commandments.
And furthermore, to take God's commandments for Men's commandments, and Men's commandments for God's commandments; yea, and for the highest and most Perfect and Holiest of all God's commandments.
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and to the Life that is to come, which is both without pain, and without end, apply yourselves chiefly above all things, to read and hear God's Word, mark diligently therein, what his Will is you shall do;
and to the Life that is to come, which is both without pain, and without end, apply yourselves chiefly above all things, to read and hear God's Word, mark diligently therein, what his Will is you shall do;
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as well in their absence, as in their presence, not for dread of punishment only, but for Conscience sake, knowing that you are bound so to do by God's Commandments.
as well in their absence, as in their presence, not for dread of punishment only, but for Conscience sake, knowing that you Are bound so to do by God's commandments.
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and to forsake all other things, rather than him, For he that loveth his father or mother, son or daughter, house or land, more than me, (saith Christ) is not worthy to have me. With all our Power:
and to forsake all other things, rather than him, For he that loves his father or mother, son or daughter, house or land, more than me, (Says christ) is not worthy to have me. With all our Power:
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And of the love that we ought to have among ourselves each to other, he teacheth us thus, You have heard it taught in times past, Thou shalt love thy friend, and have thy foe;
And of the love that we ought to have among ourselves each to other, he Teaches us thus, You have herd it taught in times past, Thou shalt love thy friend, and have thy foe;
But I tell you, love your enemies, speak well of them that defame and speak evil of you, do well to them that hate you, pray for them that vex and persecute you, that you may be the children of your father that is in Heaven.
But I tell you, love your enemies, speak well of them that defame and speak evil of you, do well to them that hate you, pray for them that vex and persecute you, that you may be the children of your father that is in Heaven.
For if you love them that love you, What reward shall you have? Do not the Publicans likewise? And if you speak well only of them that be your brethren,
For if you love them that love you, What reward shall you have? Do not the Publicans likewise? And if you speak well only of them that be your brothers,
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and dearly beloved friends, what great matter is that? Do not the Heathen the same also? These be the very words of our Saviour Christ himself, touching the love of our neighbor.
and dearly Beloved Friends, what great matter is that? Do not the Heathen the same also? These be the very words of our Saviour christ himself, touching the love of our neighbour.
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Therefore Christ opened this Well again, purged it, and scoured it, by giving unto his Godly Law of Charity, a true and clear interpretation, which is this:
Therefore christ opened this Well again, purged it, and scoured it, by giving unto his Godly Law of Charity, a true and clear Interpretation, which is this:
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What thing can we wish so good for us, as the Eternal Heavenly Father, to reckon and take us for his Children? And this we shall be sure of, (saith Christ,) if we love every Man without exception.
What thing can we wish so good for us, as the Eternal Heavenly Father, to reckon and take us for his Children? And this we shall be sure of, (Says christ,) if we love every Man without exception.
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yet all this notwithstanding, he withdrew not his Favour from them, but still loved them, preached unto them of Love, rebuked their false Doctrine, their wicked Living,
yet all this notwithstanding, he withdrew not his Favour from them, but still loved them, preached unto them of Love, rebuked their false Doctrine, their wicked Living,
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For he that followeth not his own Appetite and Will, but giveth himself earnestly to God, to do all his Will and Commandments, he may be sure that he loveth God above all things,
For he that follows not his own Appetite and Will, but gives himself earnestly to God, to do all his Will and commandments, he may be sure that he loves God above all things,
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For, he that knoweth my Commandments, and keepeth them, he it is, (saith Christ) that loveth me. And again he saith, He that loveth me will keep my words,
For, he that Knoweth my commandments, and Keepeth them, he it is, (Says christ) that loves me. And again he Says, He that loves me will keep my words,
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And likewise he that beareth a good Heart and Mind, and useth well his Tongue and Deeds unto every man, Friend and Foe, he may know thereby that he hath Charity.
And likewise he that bears a good Heart and Mind, and uses well his Tongue and deeds unto every man, Friend and Foe, he may know thereby that he hath Charity.
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The perverse Nature of Man, corrupt with Sin, and destitute of God's Word and Grace, thinketh it against all reason, that a Man should love his Enemy,
The perverse Nature of Man, corrupt with since, and destitute of God's Word and Grace, Thinketh it against all reason, that a Man should love his Enemy,
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Against all which Reasons, we ought aswell to set the Teaching, as the Living of our Saviour Christ, who loving us (when we were his Enemies,) doth teach us to love our Enemies. He did patiently take for us many reproaches, suffered Beating, and most cruel Death.
Against all which Reasons, we ought aswell to Set the Teaching, as the Living of our Saviour christ, who loving us (when we were his Enemies,) does teach us to love our Enemies. He did patiently take for us many Reproaches, suffered Beating, and most cruel Death.
Then let us ponder the displeasures which we have done unto Almighty God, how often and how grievously we have offended him, whereof if we will have of God forgiveness, there is none other remedy,
Then let us ponder the displeasures which we have done unto Almighty God, how often and how grievously we have offended him, whereof if we will have of God forgiveness, there is none other remedy,
And if we consider, that he, which hath offended us, deserveth not to be forgiven of us, let us consider again, that we much less deserve to be forgiven of God.
And if we Consider, that he, which hath offended us, deserveth not to be forgiven of us, let us Consider again, that we much less deserve to be forgiven of God.
And although our Enemy deserve not to be forgiven for his own sake, yet we ought to forgive him for God's Love, considering how great and many benefits we have received of him without our deserts,
And although our Enemy deserve not to be forgiven for his own sake, yet we ought to forgive him for God's Love, considering how great and many benefits we have received of him without our deserts,
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as it is to cherish and reward them that be good and harmless, St. Paul declareth (writing to the Romans, ) saying, That the high powers are ordained of God, not to be dreadful to them that do well,
as it is to cherish and reward them that be good and harmless, Saint Paul Declareth (writing to the Roman,) saying, That the high Powers Are ordained of God, not to be dreadful to them that do well,
but unto Malefactors, to draw the Sword to take vengeance of him that committeth the Sin. And St. Paul biddeth Timothy stoutly and earnestly to rebuke Sin by the Word of God.
but unto Malefactors, to draw the Sword to take vengeance of him that Committeth the Sin. And Saint Paul bids Timothy stoutly and earnestly to rebuke since by the Word of God.
and just offence of Man. Therefore bear well away this one short lesson, That by true Christian Charity, God ought to be loved, Good and Evil, Friend and Foe,
and just offence of Man. Therefore bear well away this one short Lesson, That by true Christian Charity, God ought to be loved, Good and Evil, Friend and Foe,
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And if we thus direct our Life, by Christian Love and Charity, then Christ doth promise and assure us that he loveth us, that we be the Children of our Heavenly Father, reconciled to his Favour, very Members of Christ,
And if we thus Direct our Life, by Christian Love and Charity, then christ does promise and assure us that he loves us, that we be the Children of our Heavenly Father, reconciled to his Favour, very Members of christ,
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ALmighty God, to the intent his most Holy Name should be had in Honour, and evermore be Magnified of the People, commandeth rhat no Man should take his Name vainly in his Mouth, threatning punishment unto him that unreverently abuseth it by Swearing, Forswearing, and Blasphemy.
ALmighty God, to the intent his most Holy Name should be had in Honour, and evermore be Magnified of the People, commands rhat no Man should take his Name vainly in his Mouth, threatening punishment unto him that unreverently abuseth it by Swearing, Forswearing, and Blasphemy.
To the intent therefore, that this Commandment may be the better known and kept, it shall be declared unto you, both how it is lawful for Christian People to Swear,
To the intent Therefore, that this Commandment may be the better known and kept, it shall be declared unto you, both how it is lawful for Christian People to Swear,
and also what peril and danger it is, vainly to Swear, or to be Forsworn. First, when Judges require Oaths of the People for declaration, or opening of the Truth,
and also what peril and danger it is, vainly to Swear, or to be Forsworn. First, when Judges require Oaths of the People for declaration, or opening of the Truth,
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But when Men do Swear of custom, in reasoning, buying and selling, or other daily communications, (as many be common and great Swearers,) such kind of Swearing is ungodly, unlawful,
But when Men do Swear of custom, in reasoning, buying and selling, or other daily communications, (as many be Common and great Swearers,) such kind of Swearing is ungodly, unlawful,
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and likewise did Abimelech Swear unto Abraham. And David did Swear to be and continue a faithful Friend to Jonathan; and Jonathan did Swear to become a faithful Friend unto David.
and likewise did Abimelech Swear unto Abraham. And David did Swear to be and continue a faithful Friend to Johnathan; and Johnathan did Swear to become a faithful Friend unto David.
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or left with him to keep, if the same thing were stoln, or lost, that the keeper thereof should be Sworn before Judges, that he did not conveigh it away,
or left with him to keep, if the same thing were stolen, or lost, that the keeper thereof should be Sworn before Judges, that he did not convey it away,
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First, he that Sweareth may Swear truly, that is, he must (setting apart all Favour and Affection to the Parties,) have the Truth only before his Eyes,
First, he that Sweareth may Swear truly, that is, he must (setting apart all Favour and Affection to the Parties,) have the Truth only before his Eyes,
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By like Holy Promise the Sacrament of Matrimony knitteth Man and Wife in perpetual Love, that they desire not to be separated for any displeasure or adversity that shall after happen.
By like Holy Promise the Sacrament of Matrimony knits Man and Wife in perpetual Love, that they desire not to be separated for any displeasure or adversity that shall After happen.
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By lawful Oaths, which Kings, Princes, Judges, and Magistrates do Swear, Common Laws are kept inviolate, Justice is indifferently ministred, harmless Persons, Fatherless Children, Widows,
By lawful Oaths, which Kings, Princes, Judges, and Magistrates do Swear, Common Laws Are kept inviolate, justice is indifferently ministered, harmless Persons, Fatherless Children, Widows,
For he that useth Truth and Plainness in his bargaining and communication, he shall have no need by such vain Swearing, to bring himself in Credence with his Neighbours,
For he that uses Truth and Plainness in his bargaining and communication, he shall have no need by such vain Swearing, to bring himself in Credence with his Neighbours,
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As if none of these things might be done, except in doing of them, the most Holy Name of God be commonly used and abused, vainly and unreverently talked of, sworn by,
As if none of these things might be done, except in doing of them, the most Holy Name of God be commonly used and abused, vainly and unreverently talked of, sworn by,
Now as concerning the rest of the same matter, you shall understand, that as well they use the Name of God in vain, that by an Oath make unlawful promises of good and honest things, and perform them not:
Now as Concerning the rest of the same matter, you shall understand, that as well they use the Name of God in vain, that by an Oath make unlawful promises of good and honest things, and perform them not:
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And God would not withdraw his punishment, until the said Offence was revenged by the death of seven Sons, or next kinsmen of King Saul. And whereas Z•dechias King of Jerusalem, had promised Fidelity to the King of Chaldea; afterward when Zedechia•, contrary to his Oath and Allegiance, did rebel against King Nebuchadonosor: This Heathen King by God's permission and sufferance invading the Land of Jury, and besieging the City of Jerusalem, compelled the said King Zedechias to flee,
And God would not withdraw his punishment, until the said Offence was revenged by the death of seven Sons, or next kinsmen of King Saul. And whereas Z•dechias King of Jerusalem, had promised Fidis to the King of Chaldea; afterwards when Zedechia•, contrary to his Oath and Allegiance, did rebel against King Nebuchadnezzar: This Heathen King by God's permission and sufferance invading the Land of Jury, and besieging the city of Jerusalem, compelled the said King Zedechiah to flee,
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And Jeptha, when God had given to him victory of the Children of Ammon, promised (of a foolish Devotion) unto God, to offer for a Sacrifice unto him, that Person which of his own House should first meet with him, after his return home.
And Jephtha, when God had given to him victory of the Children of Ammon, promised (of a foolish Devotion) unto God, to offer for a Sacrifice unto him, that Person which of his own House should First meet with him, After his return home.
and Truth, the Merits of our Saviour Christ's Nativity, Life, Passion, Death, Resurrection, and Ascension, they refuse the forgiveness of Sins promised to all penitent Sinners, the joyes of Heaven, the company with Angels and Saints for ever.
and Truth, the Merits of our Saviour Christ's Nativity, Life, Passion, Death, Resurrection, and Ascension, they refuse the forgiveness of Sins promised to all penitent Sinners, the Joys of Heaven, the company with Angels and Saints for ever.
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For whosoever forsaketh the Truth, for love or displeasure of any Man, or for lucre and profit to himself, doth forsake Christ, and with Judas betray him.
For whosoever Forsaketh the Truth, for love or displeasure of any Man, or for lucre and profit to himself, does forsake christ, and with Judas betray him.
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Somtimes Men go from God by lack of Faith, and mistrusting of God, whereof Isaiah speaketh on this wise, Wo to them that go down into Egypt to seek for help, trusting in Horses,
Sometimes Men go from God by lack of Faith, and mistrusting of God, whereof Isaiah speaks on this wise, Woe to them that go down into Egypt to seek for help, trusting in Horses,
and having confidence in the number of Chariots, and puissance or power of Horsemen. They have no confidence in the Holy God of Israel, nor seek for the Lord.
and having confidence in the number of Chariots, and puissance or power of Horsemen. They have no confidence in the Holy God of Israel, nor seek for the Lord.
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Somtimes Men go from God by the neglecting of his Commandments concerning their Neighbours, which command them to express hearty Love towards every Man,
Sometimes Men go from God by the neglecting of his commandments Concerning their Neighbours, which command them to express hearty Love towards every Man,
Give true judgment, shew mercy and compassion every one to his brother, imagine no deceit towards Widows, or children fatherless and motherless, towards strangers,
Give true judgement, show mercy and compassion every one to his brother, imagine no deceit towards Widows, or children fatherless and motherless, towards Strangers,
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But these things they passed not of, they turned their backs and went their way, they stopped their Ears that they might not hear, they hardned their Hearts as an Adamant stone, that they might not listen to the Law,
But these things they passed not of, they turned their backs and went their Way, they stopped their Ears that they might not hear, they hardened their Hearts as an Adamant stone, that they might not listen to the Law,
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And to be short, all they that may not abide the Word of God, but following the persuasions and stubbornness of their own Hearts, go backward and not forward, (as it is said in Jeremy,) They go and turn away from God.
And to be short, all they that may not abide the Word of God, but following the persuasions and stubbornness of their own Hearts, go backward and not forward, (as it is said in Jeremiah,) They go and turn away from God.
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he that doth not listen unto it, embrace, and imprint it in his Heart, to the intent that he may duly fashion his life thereafter, he is plainly turned from God,
he that does not listen unto it, embrace, and imprint it in his Heart, to the intent that he may duly fashion his life thereafter, he is plainly turned from God,
Which thing to be true, we be taught and admonished in the Holy Scripture, by the example of King Saul, who being commanded of God by Samuel, that he should kill all the Amalekites,
Which thing to be true, we be taught and admonished in the Holy Scripture, by the Exampl of King Saul, who being commanded of God by Samuel, that he should kill all the Amalekites,
for that the People would have it so, partly, for that they were goodly Beasts, he thought God would be content, seeing it was done of a good intent and devotion, to honour God with the Sacrifice of them.
for that the People would have it so, partly, for that they were goodly Beasts, he Thought God would be content, seeing it was done of a good intent and devotion, to honour God with the Sacrifice of them.
And although he consider not all the said misery to the uttermost, being so great that it passeth any Man's capacity in this life sufficiently to consider the same:
And although he Consider not all the said misery to the uttermost, being so great that it passes any Man's capacity in this life sufficiently to Consider the same:
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But when he withdraweth from us his Word, the right Doctrine of Christ, his Gracious assistance and aid, (which is ever joyned to his Word,) and leaveth us to our own Wit, our own Will and Strength:
But when he withdraweth from us his Word, the right Doctrine of christ, his Gracious assistance and aid, (which is ever joined to his Word,) and Leaveth us to our own Wit, our own Will and Strength:
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For whereas God hath shewed to all them that truly believe his Gospel, his Face of Mercy in Jesus Christ, which doth so lighten their Hearts, that they (if they behold it as they ought to do,) be transformed to his Image, be made partakers of the Heavenly Light,
For whereas God hath showed to all them that truly believe his Gospel, his Face of Mercy in jesus christ, which does so lighten their Hearts, that they (if they behold it as they ought to do,) be transformed to his Image, be made partakers of the Heavenly Light,
That as he for his part, for the great love he bare unto us, delivered his own Son to suffer death, that we by his death might be delivered from death,
That as he for his part, for the great love he bore unto us, Delivered his own Son to suffer death, that we by his death might be Delivered from death,
nor loving him, nor fearing him, nor putting our whole trust and confidence in him: And on the other side, to Neighbours behaving our selves uncharitably, by Disdain, Envy, Malice,
nor loving him, nor fearing him, nor putting our Whole trust and confidence in him: And on the other side, to Neighbours behaving our selves uncharitably, by Disdain, Envy, Malice,
then he threatneth us by terrible Comminations, swearing in great Anger, that whosoever doth these Works, shall never enter into his Rest, which is the Kingdom of Heaven.
then he threatens us by terrible Comminations, swearing in great Anger, that whosoever does these Works, shall never enter into his Rest, which is the Kingdom of Heaven.
Some by Idolatry, some for lack of Faith, some by neglecting of their Neighbours, some by not hearing of God's Word, some by the Pleasure they take in the Vanities of worldly things.
some by Idolatry, Some for lack of Faith, Some by neglecting of their Neighbours, Some by not hearing of God's Word, Some by the Pleasure they take in the Vanities of worldly things.
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Now, if this gentle Monition and Threatning together do not serve, then God will shew his terrible Countenance upon us, he will pour intolerable Plagues upon our Heads,
Now, if this gentle Monition and Threatening together do not serve, then God will show his terrible Countenance upon us, he will pour intolerable Plagues upon our Heads,
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As the Evangelical Prophet Isaiah, agreeing with Christ's Parable, doth teach us, saying, That God had made a goodly Vineyard for his beloved Children, he hedged it, he walled it round about, he planted it with chosen Vines,
As the Evangelical Prophet Isaiah, agreeing with Christ's Parable, does teach us, saying, That God had made a goodly Vineyard for his Beloved Children, he hedged it, he walled it round about, he planted it with chosen Vines,
By these Threatnings we are monished and warned, that if we, which are the chosen Vineyard of God, bring not forth good Grapes, that is to say, good Works that may be delectable and pleasant in his sight,
By these Threatenings we Are monished and warned, that if we, which Are the chosen Vineyard of God, bring not forth good Grapes, that is to say, good Works that may be delectable and pleasant in his sighed,
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but rather bring forth wild Grapes, that is to say, sower Works, unsavoury, and unfruitful: Then will he pluck away all defence, and suffer grievous plagues of Famine, Battel, Dearth,
but rather bring forth wild Grapes, that is to say, sour Works, unsavoury, and unfruitful: Then will he pluck away all defence, and suffer grievous plagues of Famine, Battle, Dearth,
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Finally, if these serve not, he will let us lie waste, he will give us over, he will turn away from us, he will dig and delve no more about us, he will let us alone,
Finally, if these serve not, he will let us lie waste, he will give us over, he will turn away from us, he will dig and delve no more about us, he will let us alone,
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But they, that in this World live not after God, but after their own Carnal liberty, perceive not this great Wrath of God towards them, that he will not dig,
But they, that in this World live not After God, but After their own Carnal liberty, perceive not this great Wrath of God towards them, that he will not dig,
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But what was the end thereof? Their sweet Meat had sower Sauce: Even while the Meat was in their Mouths, the plague of God lighted upon them, and suddenly they died.
But what was the end thereof? Their sweet Meat had sour Sauce: Even while the Meat was in their Mouths, the plague of God lighted upon them, and suddenly they died.
and suffereth us to run headlong into all Ungodliness, and Pleasures of this World that we delight in, without Punishment and Adversity, it is a dreadful token, that he loveth us no longer, that he careth no longer for us,
and suffers us to run headlong into all Ungodliness, and Pleasures of this World that we delight in, without Punishment and Adversity, it is a dreadful token, that he loves us no longer, that he Careth no longer for us,
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As long as a Man doth prune his Vines, doth dig at the Roots, and doth lay fresh Earth to them, he hath a Mind to them, he perceiveth some token of Fruitfulness, that may be recovered in them;
As long as a Man does prune his Vines, does dig At the Roots, and does lay fresh Earth to them, he hath a Mind to them, he perceives Some token of Fruitfulness, that may be recovered in them;
But when that serveth not, and upon that he ceaseth from correction of him, and suffereth him to do what he list himself, it is a sign that he intendeth to disinherit him,
But when that serves not, and upon that he ceases from correction of him, and suffers him to do what he list himself, it is a Signen that he intends to disinherit him,
and as long as he so doth:) So should they move and stir us to cry upon God with all our heart, that we may not be brought into that State, which doubtless is so sorrowful,
and as long as he so does:) So should they move and stir us to cry upon God with all our heart, that we may not be brought into that State, which doubtless is so sorrowful,
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For what deadly grief may a man suppose it is, to be under the Wrath of God, to be forsaken of him, to have his Holy Spirit, the Author of all Goodness, to be taken from him, to be brought to so vile a condition, that he shall be left meet for no better purpose,
For what deadly grief may a man suppose it is, to be under the Wrath of God, to be forsaken of him, to have his Holy Spirit, the Author of all goodness, to be taken from him, to be brought to so vile a condition, that he shall be left meet for no better purpose,
than to be for ever condemned in Hell? For not only such places of David do shew, that upon the turning of God's Face from any Persons, they shall be left bare from all Goodness,
than to be for ever condemned in Hell? For not only such places of David do show, that upon the turning of God's Face from any Persons, they shall be left bore from all goodness,
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But also the place, rehearsed last before, of Isaiah, doth mean the same, which sheweth, that God at length doth so forsake his unfruitful Vineyard, that he will not only suffer it to bring forth Weeds, Bryers,
But also the place, rehearsed last before, of Isaiah, does mean the same, which shows, that God At length does so forsake his unfruitful Vineyard, that he will not only suffer it to bring forth Weeds, Briers,
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Whereby is signified the teaching of his Holy Word, which St. Paul, after a like manner, expressed by Planting and Watering, meaning, that he will take that away from them,
Whereby is signified the teaching of his Holy Word, which Saint Paul, After a like manner, expressed by Planting and Watering, meaning, that he will take that away from them,
so that they shall be no longer of his Kingdom, they shall be no longer governed by his Holy Spirit, they shall be put from the Grace and Benefits that they had,
so that they shall be no longer of his Kingdom, they shall be no longer governed by his Holy Spirit, they shall be put from the Grace and Benefits that they had,
and ever might have enjoyed, through Christ, they shall be deprived of the Heavenly Light and Life which they had in Christ, whil'st they abode in him:
and ever might have enjoyed, through christ, they shall be deprived of the Heavenly Light and Life which they had in christ, whilst they Abided in him:
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And to be short, they shall be given into the Power of the Devil, which beareth the Rule in all them that be cast away from God, as he did in Saul and Judas, and generally in all such,
And to be short, they shall be given into the Power of the devil, which bears the Rule in all them that be cast away from God, as he did in Saul and Judas, and generally in all such,
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Let us beware therefore, (good Christian People,) lest that we, rejecting or casting away God's Word, (by the which we obtain and retain true Faith in God,) be not at length cast off so far, that we become as the Children of unbelief;
Let us beware Therefore, (good Christian People,) lest that we, rejecting or casting away God's Word, (by the which we obtain and retain true Faith in God,) be not At length cast off so Far, that we become as the Children of unbelief;
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and be so comfortless, (as they all must needs be, from whom the Spirit of Counsel and Comfort is gone,) that they will not be persuaded in their Hearts,
and be so comfortless, (as they all must needs be, from whom the Spirit of Counsel and Comfort is gone,) that they will not be persuaded in their Hearts,
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The other, hearing the loving and large Promises of God's Mercy, and so not conceiving a right Faith thereof, make those Promises larger than ever God did, trusting, that although they continue in their sinful and detestable Living never so long,
The other, hearing the loving and large Promises of God's Mercy, and so not conceiving a right Faith thereof, make those Promises larger than ever God did, trusting, that although they continue in their sinful and detestable Living never so long,
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and yet nevertheless, God (who willeth not the Death of the wicked, ) hath shewed means, whereby, both the same (if they take heed in season,) may escape.
and yet nevertheless, God (who wills not the Death of the wicked,) hath showed means, whereby, both the same (if they take heed in season,) may escape.
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and enter into the Port or Haven of Safeguard, into the which whosoever doth come, be they beforetime never so wicked, they shall be out of danger of everlasting damnation, as God, by Ezekiel, saith, What time soever a Sinner doth return,
and enter into the Port or Haven of Safeguard, into the which whosoever does come, be they beforetime never so wicked, they shall be out of danger of everlasting damnation, as God, by Ezekielem, Says, What time soever a Sinner does return,
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and those Scriptures which contain the Wrath and Indignation of God, and his Threatnings, which should certifie them, that as they do over-boldly presume of God's Mercy, and live dissolutely:
and those Scriptures which contain the Wrath and Indignation of God, and his Threatenings, which should certify them, that as they do overboldly presume of God's Mercy, and live dissolutely:
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So doth God still more and more withdraw his Mercy from them, and he is so provoked thereby to wrath at length, that he destroyeth such Presumers many times suddenly.
So does God still more and more withdraw his Mercy from them, and he is so provoked thereby to wrath At length, that he Destroyeth such Presumers many times suddenly.
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Let us beware therefore of such naughty boldness to Sin. For God, which hath promised his Mercy to them that be truly repentant, (although it be at the later end,) hath not promised to the presumptuous Sinner, either that he shall have long Life,
Let us beware Therefore of such naughty boldness to Sin. For God, which hath promised his Mercy to them that be truly repentant, (although it be At the later end,) hath not promised to the presumptuous Sinner, either that he shall have long Life,
Wherefore it is not without great cause spoken of the wise Man, O Death, how bitter and sower is the remembrance of thee to a Man, that liveth in Peace and Prosperity in his Substance, to a Man living at ease, leading his Life after his own Mind without trouble,
Wherefore it is not without great cause spoken of the wise Man, Oh Death, how bitter and sour is the remembrance of thee to a Man, that lives in Peace and Prosperity in his Substance, to a Man living At ease, leading his Life After his own Mind without trouble,
indeed he hath just cause to fear death, and that is the state and condition whereunto at the last end death bringeth all them, that have their Hearts fixed upon this World, without Repentance and Amendment.
indeed he hath just cause to Fear death, and that is the state and condition whereunto At the last end death brings all them, that have their Hearts fixed upon this World, without Repentance and Amendment.
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And it is not only the loss for ever of all these eternal Pleasures, but also it is the condemnation both of Body and Soul, (without either appellation,
And it is not only the loss for ever of all these Eternal Pleasures, but also it is the condemnation both of Body and Soul, (without either appellation,
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Unto this state death sent the unmerciful and ungodly rich Man, (that Luke speaketh of in his Gospel,) who living in all Wealth and Pleasure in this World,
Unto this state death sent the unmerciful and ungodly rich Man, (that Lycia speaks of in his Gospel,) who living in all Wealth and Pleasure in this World,
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and cherishing himself daily with dainty Fare, and gorgeous Apparel, despised poor Lazarus that lay pitiful at his Gate, miserably plagued and full of Sores,
and cherishing himself daily with dainty Fare, and gorgeous Apparel, despised poor Lazarus that lay pitiful At his Gate, miserably plagued and full of Sores,
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Both these two were arrested by death, which sent Lazarus the poor miserable Man, by Angels anon unto Abraham 's Bosom, a place of Rest, Pleasure, and Consolation:
Both these two were arrested by death, which sent Lazarus the poor miserable Man, by Angels anon unto Abraham is Bosom, a place of Rest, Pleasure, and Consolation:
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But the unmerciful rich Man descended down into Hell, and being in Torments, he cried for Comfort, complaining of the intolerable pain that he suffered in that flame of Fire, but it was too late.
But the unmerciful rich Man descended down into Hell, and being in Torments, he cried for Comfort, complaining of the intolerable pain that he suffered in that flame of Fire, but it was too late.
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nor yet them all together, that can make a true Christian man afraid to die, (who is the very Member of Christ, the Temple of the Holy Ghost, the Son of God,
nor yet them all together, that can make a true Christian man afraid to die, (who is the very Member of christ, the Temple of the Holy Ghost, the Son of God,
and the very Inheritor of the everlasting Kingdom of Heaven;) but plainly contrary, he conceiveth great and many Causes, undoubtedly grounded upon the infallible and everlasting truth of the Word of God, which moveth him not only to put away the fear of bodily death,
and the very Inheritor of the everlasting Kingdom of Heaven;) but plainly contrary, he conceiveth great and many Causes, undoubtedly grounded upon the infallible and everlasting truth of the Word of God, which moves him not only to put away the Fear of bodily death,
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but also for the manifold Benefits and singular Commodities, which ensue unto every faithful Person by reason of the same, to wish, desire, and long heartily for it.
but also for the manifold Benefits and singular Commodities, which ensue unto every faithful Person by reason of the same, to wish, desire, and long heartily for it.
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and Sorrows, Miseries, and Wretchedness of this World, and the very entry into Rest, and a beginning of everlasting Joy, a tasting of heavenly Pleasures,
and Sorrows, Misery's, and Wretchedness of this World, and the very entry into Rest, and a beginning of everlasting Joy, a tasting of heavenly Pleasures,
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And we ought to believe, that death, being slain by Christ, cannot keep any Man that stedfastly trusteth in Christ, under his perpetual Tyranny and Subjection:
And we ought to believe, that death, being slave by christ, cannot keep any Man that steadfastly Trusteth in christ, under his perpetual Tyranny and Subjection:
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And to comfort all Christian Persons herein, Holy Scripture calleth this bodily death a sleep, wherein Man's Senses be (as it were,) taken from him for a season,
And to Comfort all Christian Persons herein, Holy Scripture calls this bodily death a sleep, wherein Man's Senses be (as it were,) taken from him for a season,
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if it be thankfully taken and accepted as God's Messenger, and patiently born of us for Christ's Love, that suffered most painful death for our Love, to redeem us from death eternal.
if it be thankfully taken and accepted as God's Messenger, and patiently born of us for Christ's Love, that suffered most painful death for our Love, to Redeem us from death Eternal.
and of Holy Scriptures? God the Father hath given us everlasting Life, (saith St. John, ) and this Life is in his Son. He that hath the Son, hath Life;
and of Holy Scriptures? God the Father hath given us everlasting Life, (Says Saint John,) and this Life is in his Son. He that hath the Son, hath Life;
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St. Paul also saith, That Christ is ordained and made of God our Righteousness, or Holiness and Redemption, to the intent that he which will glory should glory in the Lord.
Saint Paul also Says, That christ is ordained and made of God our Righteousness, or Holiness and Redemption, to the intent that he which will glory should glory in the Lord.
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St. Paul did contemn and set little by all other things, esteeming them as Dung, which before he had in very great price, that he might be found in Christ, to have everlasting Life, true Holiness, Righteousness, and Redemption.
Saint Paul did contemn and Set little by all other things, esteeming them as Dung, which before he had in very great price, that he might be found in christ, to have everlasting Life, true Holiness, Righteousness, and Redemption.
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We have the Favour of God, Peace with him, Holiness, Wisdom, Justice, Power, Life, and Redemption, we have by him perpetual Health, Wealth, Joy, and Bliss everlasting.
We have the Favour of God, Peace with him, Holiness, Wisdom, justice, Power, Life, and Redemption, we have by him perpetual Health, Wealth, Joy, and Bliss everlasting.
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For Death cannot deprive them of Jesus Christ, nor can any Sin condemn them that are grafted surely in him, which is their only Joy, Treasure, and Life.
For Death cannot deprive them of jesus christ, nor can any since condemn them that Are grafted surely in him, which is their only Joy, Treasure, and Life.
Therefore let us he always of good Comfort, for we know that so long as we be in tho Body, we be (as it were) far from God in a strange Country, subject to many perils, walking without perfect Sight and Knowledge of Almighty God, only seeing him by Faith in Holy Scriptures.
Therefore let us he always of good Comfort, for we know that so long as we be in though Body, we be (as it were) Far from God in a strange Country, Subject to many perils, walking without perfect Sighed and Knowledge of Almighty God, only seeing him by Faith in Holy Scriptures.
But we have a courage and desire rather to be at home with God and our Saviour Christ, far from the Body, where we may behold his Godhead as he is, Face to Face, to our everlasting Comfort.
But we have a courage and desire rather to be At home with God and our Saviour christ, Far from the Body, where we may behold his Godhead as he is, Face to Face, to our everlasting Comfort.
These be St. Paul 's words in effect, whereby we may perceive, that the Life in this World is resembled and likened to a Pilgrimage in a strange Country, far from God;
These be Saint Paul is words in Effect, whereby we may perceive, that the Life in this World is resembled and likened to a Pilgrimage in a strange Country, Far from God;
how much did he gain by it? Did not our Saviour say unto him, This day thou shalt be with me in Paradise? And Lazarus that pitiful Person, that lay before the Rich Man's Gate, pained with Sores,
how much did he gain by it? Did not our Saviour say unto him, This day thou shalt be with me in Paradise? And Lazarus that pitiful Person, that lay before the Rich Man's Gate, pained with Sores,
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and pined with Hunger, did not death highly profit and promote him, which by the ministry of Angels sent him unto Abraham 's Bosom, a place of Rest, Joy,
and pined with Hunger, did not death highly profit and promote him, which by the Ministry of Angels sent him unto Abraham is Bosom, a place of Rest, Joy,
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Thus I trust every Christian Man perceiveth by the infallible or undeceivable Word of God, that Bodily death cannot harm nor hinder them that truly believe in Christ,
Thus I trust every Christian Man perceives by the infallible or undeceivable Word of God, that Bodily death cannot harm nor hinder them that truly believe in christ,
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and regard of the pains and pangs which Christ upon the Cross suffered for us miserable sinners, with consideration of the Joy and everlasting Life to come in Heaven, will mitigate those pains,
and regard of the pains and pangs which christ upon the Cross suffered for us miserable Sinners, with consideration of the Joy and everlasting Life to come in Heaven, will mitigate those pains,
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and moderate this fear, that it shall never be able to overthrow the hearty desire and gladness, that the Christian Soul hath to be separated from this corrupt Body, that it may come to the Gracious Presence of our Saviour Jesus Christ.
and moderate this Fear, that it shall never be able to overthrow the hearty desire and gladness, that the Christian Soul hath to be separated from this corrupt Body, that it may come to the Gracious Presence of our Saviour jesus christ.
but the rod of our Heavenly and Loving Father, wherewith he mercifully correcteth us, either to try and declare the Faith of his patient Children, that they may be sound Laudable, Glorious,
but the rod of our Heavenly and Loving Father, wherewith he mercifully Correcteth us, either to try and declare the Faith of his patient Children, that they may be found Laudable, Glorious,
Who (considering the Joy that he should come unto,) cared neither for the shame nor pain of death, but willingly conforming and framing his Will to his Fathers Will, most patiently suffered the most shameful and painful death of the Cross, being innocent and harmless.
Who (considering the Joy that he should come unto,) cared neither for the shame nor pain of death, but willingly conforming and framing his Will to his Father's Will, most patiently suffered the most shameful and painful death of the Cross, being innocent and harmless.
and consider that Christ suffered all his painful passion by sinners, and for sinners: And then we shall with Patience, and the more easily, suffer such sorrows and pains, when they come.
and Consider that christ suffered all his painful passion by Sinners, and for Sinners: And then we shall with Patience, and the more Easily, suffer such sorrows and pains, when they come.
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What Child is that, (saith St. Paul,) whom the Father loveth, and doth not chastise? If ye be without God's correction, (which all his welbeloved and true Children have,) then be you but Bastards, smally regarded of God, and not his true Children.
What Child is that, (Says Saint Paul,) whom the Father loves, and does not chastise? If you be without God's correction, (which all his well-beloved and true Children have,) then be you but Bastards, smally regarded of God, and not his true Children.
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shall we not much more be in Subjection to God our Spiritual Father, by whom we shall have everlasting Life? and our Carnal Fathers somtimes correct us,
shall we not much more be in Subjection to God our Spiritual Father, by whom we shall have everlasting Life? and our Carnal Father's sometimes correct us,
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If then these Sorrows, Diseases, and Sicknesses, and also Death itself be nothing else but our Heavenly Father's Rod, whereby he certifieth us of his Love and gracious Favour, whereby he tryeth and purifieth us, whereby he giveth unto us Holiness,
If then these Sorrows, Diseases, and Sicknesses, and also Death itself be nothing Else but our Heavenly Father's Rod, whereby he certifieth us of his Love and gracious Favour, whereby he trieth and Purifieth us, whereby he gives unto us Holiness,
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but rather contrariwise, their godly Conversation in this Life, and Belief in Christ, cleaving continually to his Mercies, should make them to long sore after that Life, that remaineth for them undoubtedly after this bodily Death.
but rather contrariwise, their godly Conversation in this Life, and Belief in christ, cleaving continually to his mercies, should make them to long soar After that Life, that remains for them undoubtedly After this bodily Death.
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Saint Paul wisheth unto the Ephesians, That God the Father of Glory, would give unto them the Spirit of Wisdom and Revelation, that the Eyes of their Hearts might give Light to know him,
Saint Paul wishes unto the Ephesians, That God the Father of Glory, would give unto them the Spirit of Wisdom and Revelation, that the Eyes of their Hearts might give Light to know him,
Now the Holy Fathers of the Old Law, and all faithful and righteous Men, which departed before our Saviour Christ's Ascension into Heaven, did, by Death, depart from Troubles unto Rest, from the hands of their Enemies, into the hands of God, from Sorrows and Sicknesses,
Now the Holy Father's of the Old Law, and all faithful and righteous Men, which departed before our Saviour Christ's Ascension into Heaven, did, by Death, depart from Troubles unto Rest, from the hands of their Enemies, into the hands of God, from Sorrows and Sicknesses,
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And in another place the same Book saith, The Righteous, though he be prevented with suddain Death, nevertheless he shall be there where he shall be refreshed.
And in Another place the same Book Says, The Righteous, though he be prevented with sudden Death, nevertheless he shall be there where he shall be refreshed.
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and is Gloriously ascended into Heaven, to prepare our dwelling places with him, and said unto his Father, Father, I will that where I am, my servants shall be with me.
and is Gloriously ascended into Heaven, to prepare our Dwelling places with him, and said unto his Father, Father, I will that where I am, my Servants shall be with me.
St. Stephen when he was stoned to death, even in the midst of his torments, what was his Mind most upon? When he was full of the Holy Ghost, (saith Holy Scripture,) having his eyes lifted up into Heaven, he saw the Glory of God,
Saint Stephen when he was stoned to death, even in the midst of his torments, what was his Mind most upon? When he was full of the Holy Ghost, (Says Holy Scripture,) having his eyes lifted up into Heaven, he saw the Glory of God,
and took him in his Arms, and said, Now Lord, let me depart in peace, for mine eies have beholden that Saviour which thou hast prepared for all Nations.
and took him in his Arms, and said, Now Lord, let me depart in peace, for mine eyes have beholden that Saviour which thou hast prepared for all nations.
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as the Church saith, in the name of the Righteous departed out of this World: My soul, turn thee to thy Rest, for the Lord both been good to thee, and rewarded thee.
as the Church Says, in the name of the Righteous departed out of this World: My soul, turn thee to thy Rest, for the Lord both been good to thee, and rewarded thee.
John in his Holy Revelation saw an hundred forty and four thousand Virgins and Innocents, of whom he said, These follow the Lamb Jesu Christ wheresoever he goeth.
John in his Holy Revelation saw an hundred forty and four thousand Virgins and Innocents, of whom he said, These follow the Lamb Jesu christ wheresoever he Goes.
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and not lay up our Treasure in Earth, where Rust and Moths corrupt it, which Rust (as St. James saith,) shall bear Witness against us at the great day, condemn us,
and not lay up our Treasure in Earth, where Rust and Moths corrupt it, which Rust (as Saint James Says,) shall bear Witness against us At the great day, condemn us,
Let us beware therefore, (as we tender our own Wealth,) that we be not in the number of those miserable, covetous and wretched Men, which St. James biddeth m•arn and lament for their greedy gathering and ung•dly keeping of Goods.
Let us beware Therefore, (as we tender our own Wealth,) that we be not in the number of those miserable, covetous and wretched Men, which Saint James bids m•arn and lament for their greedy gathering and ung•dly keeping of Goods.
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Let us so wisely order our Goods and Possessions, committed unto us here by God for a season, that we may truly hear and obey this Commandment of our Saviour Christ:
Let us so wisely order our Goods and Possessions, committed unto us Here by God for a season, that we may truly hear and obey this Commandment of our Saviour christ:
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He commanded them not to make them rich Friends, to get high Dignities and worldly Promotions, to give great gifts to rich Men that have no need thereof,
He commanded them not to make them rich Friends, to get high Dignities and worldly Promotions, to give great Gifts to rich Men that have no need thereof,
And to these Friends, Christ in the Gospel giveth so great Honor and Preeminence, that he saith, They shall receive them that do good unto them into everlasting Houses:
And to these Friends, christ in the Gospel gives so great Honour and Preeminence, that he Says, They shall receive them that do good unto them into everlasting Houses:
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as if he himself had received like Benefit at our hands, as he witnesseth in the Gospel, saying, Whatsoever ye have done to any of these simple Persons, which do believe in me, that have you done to myself.
as if he himself had received like Benefit At our hands, as he Witnesseth in the Gospel, saying, Whatsoever you have done to any of these simple Persons, which do believe in me, that have you done to myself.
But let us study daily, and diligently, to shew ourselves to be the true Honorers and Lovers of God, by keeping of his Commandments, by doing of good Deeds unto our needy Neighbours, relieving by all means that we can, their Poverty with our Abundance and Plenty, their Ignorance with our Wisdom and Learning,
But let us study daily, and diligently, to show ourselves to be the true Honorers and Lovers of God, by keeping of his commandments, by doing of good deeds unto our needy Neighbours, relieving by all means that we can, their Poverty with our Abundance and Plenty, their Ignorance with our Wisdom and Learning,
and comfort their Weakness with our Strength and Authority, calling all Men back from evil-doing, by godly Counsel and good Example, persevering still in well-doing, so long as we live:
and Comfort their Weakness with our Strength and authority, calling all Men back from evil-doing, by godly Counsel and good Exampl, persevering still in welldoing, so long as we live:
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and Lechery, in time of Prosperity, the impatient murmuring of them that be worldly, in time of Adversity, which cease not to withdraw and pluck us from God, our Saviour Christ, from our Life, Wealth, or everlasting Joy and Salvation:
and Lechery, in time of Prosperity, the impatient murmuring of them that be worldly, in time of Adversity, which cease not to withdraw and pluck us from God, our Saviour christ, from our Life, Wealth, or everlasting Joy and Salvation:
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Considering also the innumerable Assaults of our Ghostly Enemy the Devil, with all his fiery Darts of Ambition, Pride, Lechery, Vain-glory, Envy, Malice, Detraction,
Considering also the innumerable Assaults of our Ghostly Enemy the devil, with all his fiery Darts of Ambition, Pride, Lechery, Vainglory, Envy, Malice, Detraction,
or Backbiting, with other his innumerable Deceits, Engines and Snares, whereby he goeth busily about to catch all Men under his dominion, ever like a roaring Lion, by all means searching whom he may devour.
or Backbiting, with other his innumerable Deceits, Engines and Snares, whereby he Goes busily about to catch all Men under his dominion, ever like a roaring lion, by all means searching whom he may devour.
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The faithful Christian-Man which considereth all these Miseries, Perils, and Incommodities, (whereunto he is subject so long as he here liveth upon Earth,) and on the other part, considereth that blessed and comfortable state of the Heavenly life to come,
The faithful Christian-man which Considereth all these Misery's, Perils, and Incommodities, (whereunto he is Subject so long as he Here lives upon Earth,) and on the other part, Considereth that blessed and comfortable state of the Heavenly life to come,
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and the sweet condition of them that depart in the Lord, how they are delivered from the continual encumbrances of their mortal and sinful Body, from all the Malice, Crafts,
and the sweet condition of them that depart in the Lord, how they Are Delivered from the continual encumbrances of their Mortal and sinful Body, from all the Malice, Crafts,
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and live ever to God's pleasure, in perfect obedience of his Will, with our Saviour Jesus Christ, to whose Gracious Presence the Lord of his infinite Mercy and Grace bring us, to reign with him in life everlasting:
and live ever to God's pleasure, in perfect Obedience of his Will, with our Saviour jesus christ, to whose Gracious Presence the Lord of his infinite Mercy and Grace bring us, to Reign with him in life everlasting:
And Man himself also hath all his Parts, both within and without, as Soul, Heart, Mind, Memory, Understanding, Reason, Speech, with all and singular corporal Members of his Body, in a profitable, necessary, and pleasant Order:
And Man himself also hath all his Parts, both within and without, as Soul, Heart, Mind, Memory, Understanding, Reason, Speech, with all and singular corporal Members of his Body, in a profitable, necessary, and pleasant Order:
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so that in all things is to be lauded and praised the goodly order of God, without the which, no House, no City, no Common-wealth, can continue and endure, or last.
so that in all things is to be lauded and praised the goodly order of God, without the which, no House, no city, no Commonwealth, can continue and endure, or last.
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Take away Kings, Princes, Rulers, Magistrates, Judges, and such Estates of God's order, no Man shall ride or go by the way unrobbed, no Man shall sleep in his own House or Bed unkilled, no Man shall keep his Wife, Children,
Take away Kings, Princes, Rulers, Magistrates, Judges, and such Estates of God's order, no Man shall ride or go by the Way unrobbed, no Man shall sleep in his own House or Bed unkilled, no Man shall keep his Wife, Children,
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and Possessions in quietness, all things shall be common, and there must needs follow all mischief and utter destruction, both of Souls, Bodies, Goods, and Common-wealths.
and Possessions in quietness, all things shall be Common, and there must needs follow all mischief and utter destruction, both of Souls, Bodies, Goods, and Commonwealths.
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as it is written of God in the Book of the Proverbs: Through me Kings do reign, through me Counsellers make just Laws, through me do Princes bear Rule,
as it is written of God in the Book of the Proverbs: Through me Kings do Reign, through me Counsellers make just Laws, through me do Princes bear Rule,
Here let us mark well, and remember, that the high Power and Authority of Kings, with their making of Laws, Judgements and Offices, are the Ordinances not of Man, but of God:
Here let us mark well, and Remember, that the high Power and authority of Kings, with their making of Laws, Judgments and Offices, Are the Ordinances not of Man, but of God:
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Here is also well to be considered and remembred, that this good Order is appointed by God's Wisdom, Favor and Love, especially for them that love God,
Here is also well to be considered and remembered, that this good Order is appointed by God's Wisdom, Favour and Love, especially for them that love God,
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Also in the Book of Wisdom we may evidently learn, that a King's Power, Authority and Strength, is a great Benefit of God, given of his great Mercy, to the comfort of our great Misery.
Also in the Book of Wisdom we may evidently Learn, that a King's Power, authority and Strength, is a great Benefit of God, given of his great Mercy, to the Comfort of our great Misery.
For this we read there spoken to Kings, Hear, O ye Kings, and understand, learn ye that be Judges of the ends of the Earth, give ear, ye that Rule the Multitudes:
For this we read there spoken to Kings, Hear, Oh you Kings, and understand, Learn you that be Judges of the ends of the Earth, give ear, you that Rule the Multitudes:
For the Power is given you of the Lord, and the Strength from the Highest. Let us learn also here by the Infallible and undeceivable Word of God, That Kings,
For the Power is given you of the Lord, and the Strength from the Highest. Let us Learn also Here by the Infallible and undeceivable Word of God, That Kings,
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And therefore they are here taught diligently to apply and give themselves to Knowledge and Wisdom, necessary for the ordering of God's People to their governance committed,
And Therefore they Are Here taught diligently to apply and give themselves to Knowledge and Wisdom, necessary for the ordering of God's People to their governance committed,
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And they be here also taught by Almighty God, that they should acknowledge themselves to have all their Power and Strength not from Rome, but immediately of God most High.
And they be Here also taught by Almighty God, that they should acknowledge themselves to have all their Power and Strength not from Room, but immediately of God most High.
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as we are taught by St. Paul, that dear and chosen Apostle of our Saviour Christ, whom we ought diligently to obey even as we would obey our Saviour Christ if he were present.
as we Are taught by Saint Paul, that dear and chosen Apostle of our Saviour christ, whom we ought diligently to obey even as we would obey our Saviour christ if he were present.
forasmuch as they be God's Lieutenants, God's Presidents, God's Officers, God's Commissioners, God's Judges, ordained of God himself, of whom only they have all their Power, and all their Authority.
forasmuch as they be God's Lieutenants, God's Presidents, God's Officers, God's Commissioners, God's Judges, ordained of God himself, of whom only they have all their Power, and all their authority.
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And the same St. Paul threatneth no less pain than everlasting damnation to all disobedient persons, to all resisters against this general and common Authority,
And the same Saint Paul threatens no less pain than everlasting damnation to all disobedient Persons, to all resisters against this general and Common authority,
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FOrasmuch as God hath created and disposed all things in a comly order, we have been taught in the First Part of the Sermon, concerning good Order and Obedience;
FOrasmuch as God hath created and disposed all things in a comely order, we have been taught in the First Part of the Sermon, Concerning good Order and obedience;
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And here, good People, let us all mark diligently, that it is not lawful for Inferiors and Subjects, in any case to resist and stand against the Superior Powers:
And Here, good People, let us all mark diligently, that it is not lawful for Inferiors and Subject's, in any case to resist and stand against the Superior Powers:
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For S. Paul 's words be plain, that whosoever withstandeth, shall get to themselves damnation, for whosoever withstandeth, withstandeth the Ordinance of God.
For S. Paul is words be plain, that whosoever withstandeth, shall get to themselves damnation, for whosoever withstandeth, withstandeth the Ordinance of God.
We read oft, that they patiently suffered all troubles, vexations, slanders, pangs and pains, and death itself obediently without tumult or resistance.
We read oft, that they patiently suffered all Troubles, vexations, slanders, pangs and pains, and death itself obediently without tumult or resistance.
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All these be the very words of St. Peter. Holy David also teacheth us a good Lesson in this behalf, who was many times most cruelly and wrongfully persecuted of King Saul, and many times also put in jeopardy and danger of his Life by King Saul and his People;
All these be the very words of Saint Peter. Holy David also Teaches us a good lesson in this behalf, who was many times most cruelly and wrongfully persecuted of King Saul, and many times also put in jeopardy and danger of his Life by King Saul and his People;
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And that David might have killed his Enemy King Saul, it is evidently proved in the first Book of the Kings, both by the cutting off the lap of Saul's Garment,
And that David might have killed his Enemy King Saul, it is evidently proved in the First Book of the Kings, both by the cutting off the lap of Saul's Garment,
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when the most unmerciful, and most unkind, King Saul did persecute poor David; God did again give Saul into David's hands, by casting of King Saul and his whole Army into a dead sleep,
when the most unmerciful, and most unkind, King Saul did persecute poor David; God did again give Saul into David's hands, by casting of King Saul and his Whole Army into a dead sleep,
and highest Minister in that Country where he is King, But peradventure some here would say, that David in his own defence might have killed King Saul lawfully, and with a safe Conscience.
and highest Minister in that Country where he is King, But Peradventure Some Here would say, that David in his own defence might have killed King Saul lawfully, and with a safe Conscience.
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He durst not for offending God and his own Conscience (although he had occasion and opportunity,) once lay his hands upon God's high Officer the King, whom he did know to be a Person reserved and kept (for his Office sake,) only to God's Punishment and Judgment,
He durst not for offending God and his own Conscience (although he had occasion and opportunity,) once lay his hands upon God's high Officer the King, whom he did know to be a Person reserved and kept (for his Office sake,) only to God's Punishment and Judgement,
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And by these two Examples, Holy David (being named in Scripture a Man after God's own Heart, ) giveth a general Rule and Lesson to all Subjects in the World, not to withstand their Liege Lord and King, not to take a Sword by their private Authority against their King, God's anointed, who only beareth the Sword by God's Authority,
And by these two Examples, Holy David (being nam in Scripture a Man After God's own Heart,) gives a general Rule and lesson to all Subject's in the World, not to withstand their Liege Lord and King, not to take a Sword by their private authority against their King, God's anointed, who only bears the Sword by God's authority,
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When an Amalekite, by King Saul 's own consent and Commandment, had killed King Saul; he went to David, supposing to have had great Thanks for his Message, that he had killed David's deadly Enemy,
When an Amalekite, by King Saul is own consent and Commandment, had killed King Saul; he went to David, supposing to have had great Thanks for his Message, that he had killed David's deadly Enemy,
and said to the Messenger, How is it, that thou wast not afraid to lay thy hands on the Lords anointed to destroy him? And by and by David made one of his Servants to kill the Messenger, saying, Thy blood be on thine own head,
and said to the Messenger, How is it, that thou wast not afraid to lay thy hands on the lords anointed to destroy him? And by and by David made one of his Servants to kill the Messenger, saying, Thy blood be on thine own head,
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These examples being so manifest and evident, it is an intolerable ignorance, madness, and wickedness for Subjects to make any Murmuring, Rebellion, Resistance,
These Examples being so manifest and evident, it is an intolerable ignorance, madness, and wickedness for Subject's to make any Murmuring, Rebellion, Resistance,
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or withstanding Commotion or Insurrection against their most dear and most dread Sovereign Lord and King, ordained and appointed of God's Goodness for their Commodity, Peace, and Quietness.
or withstanding Commotion or Insurrection against their most dear and most dread Sovereign Lord and King, ordained and appointed of God's goodness for their Commodity, Peace, and Quietness.
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Let us fear the terrible Punishment of Almighty God against Traytors and rebellious Persons, by the Example of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram, who repined and grudged against God's Magistrates and Officers,
Let us Fear the terrible Punishment of Almighty God against Traitors and rebellious Persons, by the Exampl of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram, who repined and grudged against God's Magistrates and Officers,
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YE have heard before, in this Sermon of good Order and Obedience, manifestly proved both by the Scriptures and Examples, that all Subjects are bound to obey their Magistrates,
you have herd before, in this Sermon of good Order and obedience, manifestly proved both by the Scriptures and Examples, that all Subject's Are bound to obey their Magistrates,
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Therefore let us all fear the most detestable vice of Rebellion, ever knowing and remembring, that he that resisteth or withstandeth common Authority, resisteth or withstandeth God and his Ordinance,
Therefore let us all Fear the most detestable vice of Rebellion, ever knowing and remembering, that he that Resisteth or withstandeth Common authority, Resisteth or withstandeth God and his Ordinance,
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and so straitly punished Rebellion, and Disobedience to the same,) to be meant in any condition of the pretenced or coloured Power of the Bishop of Rome. For truly the Scripture of God alloweth no such Usurped Power, full of Enormities, Abusions, and Blasphemies.
and so straitly punished Rebellion, and Disobedience to the same,) to be meant in any condition of the pretenced or coloured Power of the Bishop of Room. For truly the Scripture of God alloweth no such Usurped Power, full of Enormities, Abusions, and Blasphemies.
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and the Authority of God's Anointed Kings, and of their Officers appointed under them. And concerning the Usurped Power of the Bishop of Rome, which he most wrongfully challengeth,
and the authority of God's Anointed Kings, and of their Officers appointed under them. And Concerning the Usurped Power of the Bishop of Rome, which he most wrongfully Challengeth,
as the successor of Christ and Peter: We may easily perceive how false, feigned, and forged it is, not only in that it hath no sufficient ground in Holy Scripture,
as the successor of christ and Peter: We may Easily perceive how false, feigned, and forged it is, not only in that it hath no sufficient ground in Holy Scripture,
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And also we read that the Holy Virgin Mary, Mother to our Saviour Christ, and Joseph, who was taken for his Father, at the Emperor's Commandment, went to the City of David, named Bethlehem, to be taxed among other, and to declare their Obedience to the Magistrates, for God's Ordinances sake.
And also we read that the Holy Virgae Marry, Mother to our Saviour christ, and Joseph, who was taken for his Father, At the Emperor's Commandment, went to the city of David, nam Bethlehem, to be taxed among other, and to declare their obedience to the Magistrates, for God's Ordinances sake.
yet she gladly, without any excuse or grudging (for Conscience sake,) did take that cold and foul Winter journey, being in the mean season so poor, that she lay in a Stable,
yet she gladly, without any excuse or grudging (for Conscience sake,) did take that cold and foul Winter journey, being in the mean season so poor, that she lay in a Stable,
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That is, Honour, Obedience, payments of due Taxes, Customs, Tributes, Subsidies, Love and Fear. Thus we know partly our bounden Duties to common Authority;
That is, Honour, obedience, payments of due Taxes, Customs, Tributes, Subsidies, Love and fear. Thus we know partly our bounden Duties to Common authority;
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Here St. Paul maketh an earnest, and an especial Exhortation, concerning Giving of Thanks, and Prayer for Kings and Rulers, saying, Above all things, as he might say, in any wise principally and chiefly, let prayer be made for Kings.
Here Saint Paul makes an earnest, and an especial Exhortation, Concerning Giving of Thanks, and Prayer for Kings and Rulers, saying, Above all things, as he might say, in any wise principally and chiefly, let prayer be made for Kings.
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Let us pray that they may have Wisdom, Strength, Justice, Clemency, and Zeal to God's Glory, to God's Verity, to Christian Souls, and to the Commonwealth.
Let us pray that they may have Wisdom, Strength, justice, Clemency, and Zeal to God's Glory, to God's Verity, to Christian Souls, and to the Commonwealth.
and after this life we shall enjoy a better Life, Rest, Peace, and the everlasting Bliss of Heaven, which he grant us all, that was obedient for us all,
and After this life we shall enjoy a better Life, Rest, Peace, and the everlasting Bliss of Heaven, which he grant us all, that was obedient for us all,
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ALthough there want not (good Christian People,) great swarms of Vices worthy to be rebuked, (unto such decay is true Godliness and Virtuous living now come:) Yet above other Vices, the outragious Seas of Adultery, (or breaking of Wedlock,) Whoredom, Fornication and Uncleanness, have not only burst in,
ALthough there want not (good Christian People,) great swarms of Vices worthy to be rebuked, (unto such decay is true Godliness and Virtuous living now come:) Yet above other Vices, the outrageous Seas of Adultery, (or breaking of Wedlock,) Whoredom, Fornication and Uncleanness, have not only burst in,
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but also overflowed almost the whole World, unto the great dishonour of God, the exceeding Infamy of the Name of Christ, the notable decay of true Religion,
but also overflowed almost the Whole World, unto the great dishonour of God, the exceeding Infamy of the Name of christ, the notable decay of true Religion,
and that so abundantly, that, through the customable use thereof, this Vice is grown unto such an height, that in a manner among many, it is counted no sin at all,
and that so abundantly, that, through the customable use thereof, this Vice is grown unto such an height, that in a manner among many, it is counted no since At all,
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and lead your lives in all Honesty and Cleanness, and that ye may perceive, that Fornication and Whoredome are (in the sight of God,) most abominable Sins, ye shall call to remembrance this Commandment of God, Thou shalt not commit Adultery:
and led your lives in all Honesty and Cleanness, and that you may perceive, that Fornication and Whoredom Are (in the sighed of God,) most abominable Sins, you shall call to remembrance this Commandment of God, Thou shalt not commit Adultery:
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By the which word, Adultery, although it be properly understood of the unlawful commixtion or joining together of a married Man with any Woman beside his Wife,
By the which word, Adultery, although it be properly understood of the unlawful commixtion or joining together of a married Man with any Woman beside his Wife,
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And that none of us all shall think himself excepted from this Commandment, whether he be old or young, married or unmarried, Man or Woman, hear what God the Father saith by his most Excellent Prophet Moses: There shall be no Whore among the Daughters of Israel, nor no Whoremonger among the Sons of Israel.
And that none of us all shall think himself excepted from this Commandment, whither he be old or young, married or unmarried, Man or Woman, hear what God the Father Says by his most Excellent Prophet Moses: There shall be no Whore among the Daughters of Israel, nor no Whoremonger among the Sons of Israel.
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And that we shall not doubt, but that this Precept or Commandment pertaineth to us indeed, hear what Christ (the perfect Teacher of all Truth,) saith in the Now Testament, Ye have heard, (saith Christ,) that it was said to them of old time, Thou shalt not commit Adultery:
And that we shall not doubt, but that this Precept or Commandment pertaineth to us indeed, hear what christ (the perfect Teacher of all Truth,) Says in the Now Testament, You have herd, (Says christ,) that it was said to them of old time, Thou shalt not commit Adultery:
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Here our Saviour Christ doth not only confirm and establish the Law against Adultery, given in the Old Testament of God the Father, by his Servant M•ses, and make it of full strength, continually to remain among the Professors of his Name in the new Law:
Here our Saviour christ does not only confirm and establish the Law against Adultery, given in the Old Testament of God the Father, by his Servant M•ses, and make it of full strength, continually to remain among the Professors of his Name in the new Law:
But he also (condemning the gross interpretation of the Scribes and Pharisees, which taught that the foresaid Commandment only required to abstain from the outward Adultery,
But he also (condemning the gross Interpretation of the Scribes and Pharisees, which taught that the foresaid Commandment only required to abstain from the outward Adultery,
and not from the filthy desires and impure Lusts,) teacheth us an exact and full perfection of Purity and Cleanness of Life, both to keep our Bodies undefiled,
and not from the filthy Desires and impure Lustiest,) Teaches us an exact and full perfection of Purity and Cleanness of Life, both to keep our Bodies undefiled,
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How can we then be free from this Commandment, where so great charge is laid upon us? May a Servant do what he will in any thing, having Commandment of his Master to the contrary? Is not Christ our Master? Are not we his Servants? How then may we neglect our Master's Will and Pleasure,
How can we then be free from this Commandment, where so great charge is laid upon us? May a Servant do what he will in any thing, having Commandment of his Master to the contrary? Is not christ our Master? are not we his Servants? How then may we neglect our Masters Will and Pleasure,
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Again the Gospel of St. John, when the Woman taken in Adultery was brought unto Christ, said not he unto her, Go thy way and sin no more ▪ Doth not he here call Whoredom,
Again the Gospel of Saint John, when the Woman taken in Adultery was brought unto christ, said not he unto her, Go thy Way and sin no more ▪ Does not he Here call Whoredom,
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surely St. John Baptist would never have rebuked King Herod for taking his Brother's Wife, but he told him plainly, That it was not lawful for him to take his Brother's Wife.
surely Saint John Baptist would never have rebuked King Herod for taking his Brother's Wife, but he told him plainly, That it was not lawful for him to take his Brother's Wife.
but boldly reproved him for his wicked and abominable living, although for the same he lost his Head. But he would rather suffer death, (than see God so dishonored, by the breaking of his Holy Precept and Commandment,) than to suffer Whoredom to be unrebuked, even in a King.
but boldly reproved him for his wicked and abominable living, although for the same he lost his Head. But he would rather suffer death, (than see God so dishonoured, by the breaking of his Holy Precept and Commandment,) than to suffer Whoredom to be unrebuked, even in a King.
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If it be not lawful neither in King, nor Subject, neither in common Officer, nor private Person, truly then it is lawful in no Man nor Woman, of whatsoever Degree or Age they be.
If it be not lawful neither in King, nor Subject, neither in Common Officer, nor private Person, truly then it is lawful in no Man nor Woman, of whatsoever Degree or Age they be.
Furthermore in the Acts of the Apostles we read, That when the Apostles and Elders with the whole Congregation, were gathered together to pacifie the hearts of the faithful dwelling at Antioch, (which were disquieted through the false Doctrine of several Jewish Preachers,) they sent word to the Brethren, That it seemed good to the Holy Ghost,
Furthermore in the Acts of the Apostles we read, That when the Apostles and Elders with the Whole Congregation, were gathered together to pacify the hearts of the faithful Dwelling At Antioch, (which were disquieted through the false Doctrine of several Jewish Preachers,) they sent word to the Brothers, That it seemed good to the Holy Ghost,
It is therefore necessary, by the determination and consent of the Holy Ghost, and the Apostles and Elders, with the whole Congregation, that as from Idolatry and Superstition,
It is Therefore necessary, by the determination and consent of the Holy Ghost, and the Apostles and Elders, with the Whole Congregation, that as from Idolatry and Superstition,
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Now where are those People, which so lightly esteem breaking of Wedlock, Whoredom, Fornication, and Adultery? It is necessary, saith the Holy Ghost, the blessed Apostles, the Elders, with the whole Congregation of Christ, it is necessary to Salvation, (say they,) to abstain from Whoredom.
Now where Are those People, which so lightly esteem breaking of Wedlock, Whoredom, Fornication, and Adultery? It is necessary, Says the Holy Ghost, the blessed Apostles, the Elders, with the Whole Congregation of christ, it is necessary to Salvation, (say they,) to abstain from Whoredom.
If it be necessary unto Salvation, then woe be to them, which, neglecting their Salvation, give their Minds to so filthy and stinking a Sin, to so wicked Vice, and to such detestable abomination.
If it be necessary unto Salvation, then woe be to them, which, neglecting their Salvation, give their Minds to so filthy and stinking a since, to so wicked Vice, and to such detestable abomination.
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He calleth them the Deeds and Works of Darkness, not only because they are customably in Darkness, or in the night time, (for every one that doth evil, hateth the Light,
He calls them the deeds and Works of Darkness, not only Because they Are customably in Darkness, or in the night time, (for every one that does evil, hates the Light,
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neither cometh he to the Light, lest his Works should be reproved,) but that they lead the right way unto that utter Darkness, where weeping and gnashing of Teeth shall be.
neither comes he to the Light, lest his Works should be reproved,) but that they led the right Way unto that utter Darkness, where weeping and gnashing of Teeth shall be.
Glorifie God in your Bodies, &c. And a little before he saith, Do ye not know, That your Bodies are the Members of Christ? Shall I then take the Members of Christ,
glorify God in your Bodies, etc. And a little before he Says, Do you not know, That your Bodies Are the Members of christ? Shall I then take the Members of christ,
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Do ye not know, That he which cleaveth to a Whore, is made one Body with her? There shall be two in one Flesh, (saith he,) but he that cleaveth to the Lord, is one Spirit.
Do you not know, That he which cleaveth to a Whore, is made one Body with her? There shall be two in one Flesh, (Says he,) but he that cleaveth to the Lord, is one Spirit.
Your Members (saith he,) are the Temples of the Holy Ghost, which whosoever doth defile, G•d will destroy him, as saith St. Paul. If we be the Temple of the Holy Ghost,
Your Members (Says he,) Are the Temples of the Holy Ghost, which whosoever does defile, G•d will destroy him, as Says Saint Paul. If we be the Temple of the Holy Ghost,
how unfitting then is it, to drive that Holy Spirit from us through Whoredom, and in his place, to set the wicked Spirits of Uncleanness and Fornication,
how unfitting then is it, to drive that Holy Spirit from us through Whoredom, and in his place, to Set the wicked Spirits of Uncleanness and Fornication,
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Christ, that innocent Lamb of God, hath bought us from the Servitude of the Devil, not with corruptible Gold and Silver, but with his most precious and dear heart blood.
christ, that innocent Lamb of God, hath bought us from the Servitude of the devil, not with corruptible Gold and Silver, but with his most precious and dear heart blood.
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But that we should serve him all the days of our Life, in Holiness and Righteousness, that we should glorifie him in our Bodies, by purity and cleanness of Life.
But that we should serve him all the days of our Life, in Holiness and Righteousness, that we should Glorify him in our Bodies, by purity and cleanness of Life.
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For this ye know, (saith he,) that no Whoremonger, neither unclean Person, or covetous Person, (which is an Idolater,) hath any Inheritance in the Kingdom of Christ and of God.
For this you know, (Says he,) that no Whoremonger, neither unclean Person, or covetous Person, (which is an Idolater,) hath any Inheritance in the Kingdom of christ and of God.
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How can it any otherwise be than a Sin of most abomination, seeing it may not once be named among the Christians, much less may it in any point be committed.
How can it any otherwise be than a since of most abomination, seeing it may not once be nam among the Christians, much less may it in any point be committed.
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And surely, if we would weigh the greatness of this Sin, and consider it in the right kind, we should find the Sin of Whoredom, to be that most filthy Lake, foul Puddle,
And surely, if we would weigh the greatness of this since, and Consider it in the right kind, we should find the since of Whoredom, to be that most filthy Lake, foul Puddle,
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For hath not the Adulterer a pride in his Whoredom? As the Wise Man saith, They are glad when they have done evil, and rejoyce in things that are stark naught.
For hath not the Adulterer a pride in his Whoredom? As the Wise Man Says, They Are glad when they have done evil, and rejoice in things that Are stark nought.
and utterly drawn away from all virtuous Studies, and fruitful Labours, and only given to carnal and fleshly imagination? Doth not the Whoremonger give his mind to Gluttony, that he may be the more apt to serve his Lusts,
and utterly drawn away from all virtuous Studies, and fruitful Labours, and only given to carnal and fleshly imagination? Does not the Whoremonger give his mind to Gluttony, that he may be the more apt to serve his Lustiest,
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and carnal Pleasures? Doth not the Adulterer give his Mind to Covetousness, and to polling and pilling of others, that he may be the more able to maintain his Harlots and Whores,
and carnal Pleasures? Does not the Adulterer give his Mind to Covetousness, and to polling and pilling of Others, that he may be the more able to maintain his Harlots and Whores,
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before all other, is most regarded of honest Persons, the good Fame and Name of Man and Woman, lost through Whoredom? What Patrimony or Livelihood, What Substance, What Goods, What Riches doth Whoredom shortly consume,
before all other, is most regarded of honest Persons, the good Fame and Name of Man and Woman, lost through Whoredom? What Patrimony or Livelihood, What Substance, What Goods, What Riches does Whoredom shortly consume,
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and bring to nought? What Valiantness and Strength is many times made weak, and destroyed with Whoredom? What Wit is so fine, that is not besotted and defaced through Whoredom? What Beauty (although it were never so excellent,) is not disfigured through Whoredom? Is not Whoredom an enemy to the pleasant Flower of Youth,
and bring to nought? What Valiantness and Strength is many times made weak, and destroyed with Whoredom? What Wit is so fine, that is not besotted and defaced through Whoredom? What Beauty (although it were never so excellent,) is not disfigured through Whoredom? Is not Whoredom an enemy to the pleasant Flower of Youth,
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and bringeth it not gray Hairs and old Age before the time? What gift of Nature (although it were never so precious,) is not corrupted with Whoredom? Come not many foul and most loathsome Diseases of Whoredom? From whence come so many Bastards,
and brings it not grey Hairs and old Age before the time? What gift of Nature (although it were never so precious,) is not corrupted with Whoredom? Come not many foul and most loathsome Diseases of Whoredom? From whence come so many Bastards,
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and misbegotten Children, to the high displeasure of God, and dishonour of Holy Wedlock, but of Whoredom? How many consume all their Substance and Goods,
and misbegotten Children, to the high displeasure of God, and dishonour of Holy Wedlock, but of Whoredom? How many consume all their Substance and Goods,
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and at the last fall into such extreme poverty, that afterward they steal, and so are hanged, through Whoredom? What Contention and Man slaughter cometh of Whoredom? How many Maidens be deflowred,
and At the last fallen into such extreme poverty, that afterwards they steal, and so Are hanged, through Whoredom? What Contention and Man slaughter comes of Whoredom? How many Maidens be deflowered,
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How many Wives corrupted, how many Widows defiled through Whoredom? How much is the Publick and Commonweal impoverished and troubled through Whoredom? How much is God's Word contemned and depraved through Whoredom,
How many Wives corrupted, how many Widows defiled through Whoredom? How much is the Public and Commonweal impoverished and troubled through Whoredom? How much is God's Word contemned and depraved through Whoredom,
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and Whoremongers? Of this Vice cometh a great part of the Divorces, which (now adays,) be so commonly accustomed and used by Mens private Authority, to the great displeasure of God,
and Whoremongers? Of this Vice comes a great part of the Divorces, which (now adais,) be so commonly accustomed and used by Men's private authority, to the great displeasure of God,
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so that he is intangled with unlawful and unchast Love; straightways his true and lawful Wife is despised, her Presence is abhorred, her company stinketh,
so that he is entangled with unlawful and unchaste Love; straightways his true and lawful Wife is despised, her Presence is abhorred, her company stinketh,
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and marrieth another, for any cause, except only for Adultery, (which then was Death by the Law,) he was an Adulterer, and forced also his Wife so divorced, to commit Adultery, if she were joyned to any other Man,
and Marrieth Another, for any cause, except only for Adultery, (which then was Death by the Law,) he was an Adulterer, and forced also his Wife so divorced, to commit Adultery, if she were joined to any other Man,
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than he shall or may be able to set it out according to the Abomination and Heinousness thereof? Notwithstanding this is spoken to the intent that all Men should flee Whoredom,
than he shall or may be able to Set it out according to the Abomination and Heinousness thereof? Notwithstanding this is spoken to the intent that all Men should flee Whoredom,
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IN the Second Part of this Sermon against Adultery that was last read, you have learned how earnestly the Scripture warneth us to avoid the sin of Adultery,
IN the Second Part of this Sermon against Adultery that was last read, you have learned how earnestly the Scripture warneth us to avoid the since of Adultery,
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In the First Book of Moses we read, That when Mankind began to be multiplied upon the earth, the Men and W•men gave their minds so greatly to fleshly delight and filthy pleasure, that they lived without all fear of God.
In the First Book of Moses we read, That when Mankind began to be multiplied upon the earth, the Men and W•men gave their minds so greatly to fleshly delight and filthy pleasure, that they lived without all Fear of God.
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God, seeing this their beastly and abominable living, and perceiving that they amended not, but rather increased daily more and more in their sinful and unclean Manners, repented that he had ever made Man:
God, seeing this their beastly and abominable living, and perceiving that they amended not, but rather increased daily more and more in their sinful and unclean Manners, repented that he had ever made Man:
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and forty Nights, and by this means destroyed the whole World, and all Mankind, eight Persons only excepted, that is to say, Noah the Preacher of Righteousness, (as St. Peter calleth him,) and his Wife, his three Sons, and their Wives.
and forty Nights, and by this means destroyed the Whole World, and all Mankind, eight Persons only excepted, that is to say, Noah the Preacher of Righteousness, (as Saint Peter calls him,) and his Wife, his three Sons, and their Wives.
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Manslaughter was committed before, yet was not the World destroyed for that: But for Whoredom all the World (few only except,) was overflowed with Waters, and so perished.
Manslaughter was committed before, yet was not the World destroyed for that: But for Whoredom all the World (few only except,) was overflowed with Waters, and so perished.
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We read again, That for the filthy sin of Uncleanness, Sodom and Gomorrha, and the other Cities nigh unto them, were destroyed by Fire and Brimstone from Heaven;
We read again, That for the filthy since of Uncleanness, Sodom and Gomorrha, and the other Cities High unto them, were destroyed by Fire and Brimstone from Heaven;
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whose Heart trembleth not at the hearing of this History? Who is so drowned in Whoredom and Uncleanness, that will not now for ever after leave this abominable living;
whose Heart Trembleth not At the hearing of this History? Who is so drowned in Whoredom and Uncleanness, that will not now for ever After leave this abominable living;
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and Child, and all other living Creatures there abiding, to consume with Fire all that ever grew? What can be more manifest tokens of God's wrath and vengeance against Uncleanness and impurity of Life? Mark this History (good People) and fear the vengeance of God.
and Child, and all other living Creatures there abiding, to consume with Fire all that ever grew? What can be more manifest tokens of God's wrath and vengeance against Uncleanness and impurity of Life? Mark this History (good People) and Fear the vengeance of God.
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Do you not read also, that God did smite Pharaoh and his House with great Plagues, because that he ungodlily desired Sarah the Wife of Abraham? Likewise we read of Abimelech King of Gerar, although he touched her not by carnal knowledge.
Do you not read also, that God did smite Pharaoh and his House with great Plagues, Because that he ungodlily desired Sarah the Wife of Abraham? Likewise we read of Abimelech King of Gerar, although he touched her not by carnal knowledge.
These Plagues and Punishments did God cast upon filthy and unclean Persons, before the Law was given, (the Law of Nature only reigning in the Hearts of Men,) to declare how great love he had to Matrimony and Wedlock;
These Plagues and Punishments did God cast upon filthy and unclean Persons, before the Law was given, (the Law of Nature only reigning in the Hearts of Men,) to declare how great love he had to Matrimony and Wedlock;
And when the Law, that forbad Whoredom, was given by Moses to the Jews, did not God command that the breakers thereof should be put to death? The words of the Law be these:
And when the Law, that forbade Whoredom, was given by Moses to the jews, did not God command that the breakers thereof should be put to death? The words of the Law be these:
Again, did not God send such a Plague among the People for Fornication and Uncleanness, that there died in one day Three and twenty thousand? I pass over,
Again, did not God send such a Plague among the People for Fornication and Uncleanness, that there died in one day Three and twenty thousand? I pass over,
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and heavy displeasure, of God, against Whoremongers and Adulterers. Certes, this extream Punishment appointed of God sheweth evidently, how greatly God hateth Whoredom.
and heavy displeasure, of God, against Whoremongers and Adulterers. Certes, this extreme Punishment appointed of God shows evidently, how greatly God hates Whoredom.
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Let us now hear certain Laws, which the Civil Magistrates devised in their Countries for the Punishment thereof, that we may learn how Uncleanness hath ever been detested in all well-ordered Cities and Common-wealths, and among all honest Persons.
Let us now hear certain Laws, which the Civil Magistrates devised in their Countries for the Punishment thereof, that we may Learn how Uncleanness hath ever been detested in all well-ordered Cities and Commonwealths, and among all honest Persons.
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If any Man among the Egyptians had been taken in Adultery, the Law was, That he should openly, in the presence of all the People, be scourged naked with Whips,
If any Man among the egyptians had been taken in Adultery, the Law was, That he should openly, in the presence of all the People, be scourged naked with Whips,
So likewise did the barbarous Tartarians. Among the Turks even at this day, they that be taken in Adultery, both Man and Woman, are stoned straightway to death, without mercy.
So likewise did the barbarous Tartarians. Among the Turks even At this day, they that be taken in Adultery, both Man and Woman, Are stoned straightway to death, without mercy.
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Thus we see, what godly Acts were devised in times past of the high Powers, for the putting away of Whoredom, and for the maintaining of Holy Matrimony or Wedlock, and pure Conversation:
Thus we see, what godly Acts were devised in times past of the high Powers, for the putting away of Whoredom, and for the maintaining of Holy Matrimony or Wedlock, and pure Conversation:
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For all such shall be excluded and shut out of the Kingdom of Heaven, as Saint Paul saith, Be not deceived, for neither Whoremongers nor Worshippers of Images,
For all such shall be excluded and shut out of the Kingdom of Heaven, as Saint Paul Says, Be not deceived, for neither Whoremongers nor Worshippers of Images,
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But the Punishment of the Soul, which Saint John calleth the second death, is everlasting, there shall be Fire and Brimstone, there shall be weeping and gnashing of Teeth, the Worm, that there shall gnaw the Conscience of the damned, shall never dye.
But the Punishment of the Soul, which Saint John calls the second death, is everlasting, there shall be Fire and Brimstone, there shall be weeping and gnashing of Teeth, the Worm, that there shall gnaw the Conscience of the damned, shall never die.
O! whose Heart destilleth not even drops of Blood, to hear and consider these things? If we tremble and shake at the hearing and naming of these Pains, Oh what shall they do that feel them, that shall suffer them,
OH! whose Heart destilleth not even drops of Blood, to hear and Consider these things? If we tremble and shake At the hearing and naming of these Pains, O what shall they do that feel them, that shall suffer them,
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Who is now so drowned in Sin, and past all Godliness, that he will set more by filthy and stinking Pleasure, (which soon passeth away,) than by the loss of everlasting Glory? Again, who will so give himself to the Lusts of the Flesh, that he feareth nothing at all the pain of Hell fire? But let us hear how we may eschew the Sin of Whoredome and Adultery, that we may walk in the Fear of God,
Who is now so drowned in since, and passed all Godliness, that he will Set more by filthy and stinking Pleasure, (which soon passes away,) than by the loss of everlasting Glory? Again, who will so give himself to the Lustiest of the Flesh, that he fears nothing At all the pain of Hell fire? But let us hear how we may eschew the since of Whoredom and Adultery, that we may walk in the fear of God,
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Now to avoid Fornication, Adultery, and all Uncleanness, let us provide, that above all things we may keep our Hearts pure and clean, from all evil Thoughts and carnal Lusts:
Now to avoid Fornication, Adultery, and all Uncleanness, let us provide, that above all things we may keep our Hearts pure and clean, from all evil Thoughts and carnal Lustiest:
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This shall we easily do, if, when we feel inwardly, that Satan our old Enemy tempteth us unto Whoredom, we by no means consent to his crafty Suggestions,
This shall we Easily do, if, when we feel inwardly, that Satan our old Enemy tempts us unto Whoredom, we by no means consent to his crafty Suggestions,
but valiantly resist and withstand him by strong Faith in the Word of God: Alledging against him always in our Heart, this Commandment of God: Scriptum est, non moechaberis.
but valiantly resist and withstand him by strong Faith in the Word of God: Alleging against him always in our Heart, this Commandment of God: Scriptum est, non moechaberis.
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Moreover, to use a temperance and sobriety in Eating and Drinking, to eschew unclean Communication, to avoid all filthy Company, to flee Idleness, to delight in reading the Holy Scriptures, to watch in Godly Prayers,
Moreover, to use a temperance and sobriety in Eating and Drinking, to eschew unclean Communication, to avoid all filthy Company, to flee Idleness, to delight in reading the Holy Scriptures, to watch in Godly Prayers,
and provide, that they fall not into Satan's Snare, nor into any Uncleanness, but that they come pure and honest unto Holy Wedlock, when time requireth.
and provide, that they fallen not into Satan's Snare, nor into any Uncleanness, but that they come pure and honest unto Holy Wedlock, when time requires.
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And again, they that are single, and feel in themselves, that they cannot live without the Company of a Woman, let them get Wives of their own, and so live Godly together:
And again, they that Are single, and feel in themselves, that they cannot live without the Company of a Woman, let them get Wives of their own, and so live Godly together:
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Finally, all such as feel in themselves a sufficiency and ability (through the working of God's Spirit,) to lead a sole and continent Life, let them praise God for his Gift,
Finally, all such as feel in themselves a sufficiency and ability (through the working of God's Spirit,) to led a sole and continent Life, let them praise God for his Gift,
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and glorifying him in our Bodies, by the leading an innocent and harmless Life, we may be sure to be in the number of those of whom our Saviour Christ speaketh in the Gospel, on this manner, Blessed are the pure in Heart, for they shall see God;
and glorifying him in our Bodies, by the leading an innocent and harmless Life, we may be sure to be in the number of those of whom our Saviour christ speaks in the Gospel, on this manner, Blessed Are the pure in Heart, for they shall see God;
to the intent, that when you shall see, as it were in a Table painted before your Eyes, the Evil-Favouredness and Deformity of this most detestable Vice, your Stomachs may be moved to rise against it,
to the intent, that when you shall see, as it were in a Table painted before your Eyes, the Evil-Favouredness and Deformity of this most detestable Vice, your Stomachs may be moved to rise against it,
as to Vain-Glory, and shewing forth of their cunning, and so unsoberly to reason and dispute, that when neither part will give place to other, they fall to Chiding and Contention,
as to Vain-Glory, and showing forth of their cunning, and so unsoberly to reason and dispute, that when neither part will give place to other, they fallen to Chiding and Contention,
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Saint Paul could not abide to hear among the Corinthians, these words of Discord or Dissention, I hold of Paul, I of Cephas, and I of Apollo, What would he then say,
Saint Paul could not abide to hear among the Corinthians, these words of Discord or Dissension, I hold of Paul, I of Cephas, and I of Apollo, What would he then say,
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if he heard these words of Contention, (which be now almost in every Man's Mouth?) He is a Pharisee, he is a Gospeller, he is of the new sort, he is of the Old Faith, he is a new-broched Brother, he is a good Catholick Father, he is a Papist, he is an Heretick.
if he herd these words of Contention, (which be now almost in every Man's Mouth?) He is a Pharisee, he is a Gospeler, he is of the new sort, he is of the Old Faith, he is a new-broched Brother, he is a good Catholic Father, he is a Papist, he is an Heretic.
O how the Church is divided? O how the Cities be cut and mangled? O how the Coat of Christ, that was without Seam, is all to rent and torn? O Body Mystical of Christ, where is that holy and happy unity, out of the which whosoever is, he is not in Christ? If one Member be pulled from another, where is the Body? If the Body be drawn from the Head, where is the Life of the Body? We cannot be joyned to Christ our Head,
O how the Church is divided? O how the Cities be Cut and mangled? O how the Coat of christ, that was without Seam, is all to rend and torn? O Body Mystical of christ, where is that holy and happy unity, out of the which whosoever is, he is not in christ? If one Member be pulled from Another, where is the Body? If the Body be drawn from the Head, where is the Life of the Body? We cannot be joined to christ our Head,
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And why do we not hear Saint Paul, which prayeth us, whereas he might command us, saying, I beseech you in the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you will speak all one thing,
And why do we not hear Saint Paul, which Prayeth us, whereas he might command us, saying, I beseech you in the Name of our Lord jesus christ, that you will speak all one thing,
yet let us hear his Exhortation, where he saith, I exhort you that you walk as it becometh the Vocation in which you be called, with all Submission and Meekness, with Lenity and Softness of Mind, bearing with one another in Charity, studying to keep the Ʋnity of the Spirit by the Bond of Peace:
yet let us hear his Exhortation, where he Says, I exhort you that you walk as it Becometh the Vocation in which you be called, with all Submission and Meekness, with Lenity and Softness of Mind, bearing with one Another in Charity, studying to keep the Ʋnity of the Spirit by the Bound of Peace:
But if we contemn Saint Paul 's request and exhortation, yet at the least let us regard his earnest entreating, in the which he doth very earnestly charge us,
But if we contemn Saint Paul is request and exhortation, yet At the least let us regard his earnest entreating, in the which he does very earnestly charge us,
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if you have any Fellowship of the Spirit, if you have any Bowels of Pity and Compassion, fulfil my Joy, being all like affected, having one Charity, being of one Mind, of one Opinion, that nothing be done by Contention, or Vain-Glory.
if you have any Fellowship of the Spirit, if you have any Bowels of Pity and Compassion, fulfil my Joy, being all like affected, having one Charity, being of one Mind, of one Opinion, that nothing be done by Contention, or Vain-Glory.
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so pithy? Whose Heart is so stony, that the Sword of these Words (which be more sharp than any two edged Sword,) may not cut and break asunder? Wherefore let us endeavour ourselves to fulfil Saint Paul 's Joy here in this place, which shall be at length to our great Joy in another place.
so pithy? Whose Heart is so stony, that the Sword of these Words (which be more sharp than any two edged Sword,) may not Cut and break asunder? Wherefore let us endeavour ourselves to fulfil Saint Paul is Joy Here in this place, which shall be At length to our great Joy in Another place.
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For it is better to give place meekly, than to win the Victory with the breach of Charity, which chanceth when every Man will defend his Opinion obstinately.
For it is better to give place meekly, than to win the Victory with the breach of Charity, which chanceth when every Man will defend his Opinion obstinately.
and Lowly in Heart? A Disciple must learn the Lesson of his Schoolmaster, and a Servant must obey the Commandment of his Master, He that is Wise and Learned, (saith Saint James,) let him shew his Goodness by his Good Conversation and Soberness of his Wisdom.
and Lowly in Heart? A Disciple must Learn the lesson of his Schoolmaster, and a Servant must obey the Commandment of his Master, He that is Wise and Learned, (Says Faint James,) let him show his goodness by his Good Conversation and Soberness of his Wisdom.
For Truth it is, that Stiffness in maintaining an Opinion, breedeth Contention, Brawling, and Chiding, which is a Vice among all other most pernicious and pestilent to common Peace and Quietness.
For Truth it is, that Stiffness in maintaining an Opinion, breeds Contention, Brawling, and Chiding, which is a Vice among all other most pernicious and pestilent to Common Peace and Quietness.
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And a Railing Tongue is a Pestilence so full of Contagiousness, that Saint Paul willeth Christian Men to forbear the Company of such, and neither to eat nor drink with them.
And a Railing Tongue is a Pestilence so full of Contagiousness, that Saint Paul wills Christian Men to forbear the Company of such, and neither to eat nor drink with them.
And also in the Sixth Chapter to the Corinthians, he saith thus, Be not deceived, for neither Fornicators, neither Worshippers of Idols, neither Thieves,
And also in the Sixth Chapter to the Corinthians, he Says thus, Be not deceived, for neither Fornicators, neither Worshippers of Idols, neither Thieves,
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It must needs be a great fault, that doth move and cause the Father to disinherit his Natural Son. And how can it otherwise be, but that this cursed Speaking must needs be a most damnable Sin, the which doth cause God, our most Merciful and Loving Father, to deprive us of his most blessed Kingdom of Heaven? Against the other Sin that standeth in requiting Taunt for Taunt, speaketh Christ, himself, saying, I say unto you, resist not evil,
It must needs be a great fault, that does move and cause the Father to disinherit his Natural Son. And how can it otherwise be, but that this cursed Speaking must needs be a most damnable since, the which does cause God, our most Merciful and Loving Father, to deprive us of his most blessed Kingdom of Heaven? Against the other since that Stands in requiting Taunt for Taunt, speaks christ, himself, saying, I say unto you, resist not evil,
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and pray for them that do hurt and persecute you, that you may be the Children of your Father which is in Heaven, who suffereth his Sun to rise both upon good and evil,
and pray for them that do hurt and persecute you, that you may be the Children of your Father which is in Heaven, who suffers his Sun to rise both upon good and evil,
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To this Doctrine of Christ agreeth very well the teaching of St. Paul, that chosen vessel of God, who ceaseth not to exhort and call upon us, saying, Bless them that curse you, bless, I say,
To this Doctrine of christ agreeth very well the teaching of Saint Paul, that chosen vessel of God, who ceases not to exhort and call upon us, saying, Bless them that curse you, bless, I say,
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IT hath been declared unto you in this Sermon against Strife and Brawling, what great inconvenience cometh thereby, specially of such Contention as groweth in matters of Religion:
IT hath been declared unto you in this Sermon against Strife and Brawling, what great inconvenience comes thereby, specially of such Contention as grows in matters of Religion:
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If I be reviled, shall I stand still like a Goose, or a Fool, with my Finger in my Mouth? Shall I be such an Idiot and Dizard, to suffer every Man to speak upon me what they list, to rail what they list, to spew out all their venom against me at their pleasures? Is it not convenient, that he that speaketh evil should be answered accordingly? If I shall use this lenity and softness, I shall both increase mine enemies frowardness,
If I be reviled, shall I stand still like a Goose, or a Fool, with my Finger in my Mouth? Shall I be such an Idiot and Dizard, to suffer every Man to speak upon me what they list, to rail what they list, to spew out all their venom against me At their pleasures? Is it not convenient, that he that speaks evil should be answered accordingly? If I shall use this lenity and softness, I shall both increase mine enemies frowardness,
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And yet, if by froward answering to a froward person, there were hope to remedy his frowardness, he should less offend that so should answer, doing the same not of ire or malice,
And yet, if by froward answering to a froward person, there were hope to remedy his frowardness, he should less offend that so should answer, doing the same not of ire or malice,
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What was Man, when Christ died for him? Was he not his enemy, and unworthy to have his Favour and Mercy? Even so, with what gentleness and patience doth he forbear,
What was Man, when christ died for him? Was he not his enemy, and unworthy to have his Favour and Mercy? Even so, with what gentleness and patience does he forbear,
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and tolerate, and suffer thee, although he is daily offended by thee? Forgive therefore a light Trespass to thy neighbour, that Christ may forgive thee many thousands of Trespasses, which art every day an offender.
and tolerate, and suffer thee, although he is daily offended by thee? Forgive Therefore a Light Trespass to thy neighbour, that christ may forgive thee many thousands of Trespasses, which art every day an offender.
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For if thou forgive thy Brother, being to thee a trespasser, then hast thou a sure sign and token, that God will forgive thee, to whom all Men be debtors and trespassers.
For if thou forgive thy Brother, being to thee a trespasser, then hast thou a sure Signen and token, that God will forgive thee, to whom all Men be debtors and trespassers.
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How wouldst thou have God merciful to thee, if thou wilt be cruel unto thy Brother? Canst thou not find in thy heart to do that towards another that is thy fellow, which God hath done to thee, that art but his servant? Ought not one sinner to forgive another, seeing that Christ which was no sinner, did pray to his Father for them that, without mercy,
How Wouldst thou have God merciful to thee, if thou wilt be cruel unto thy Brother? Canst thou not find in thy heart to do that towards Another that is thy fellow, which God hath done to thee, that art but his servant? Ought not one sinner to forgive Another, seeing that christ which was no sinner, did pray to his Father for them that, without mercy,
Who (as the Prophet saith,) was led to death like a Lamb, not opening his mouth to reviling, but opening his Mouth to praying for them that crucified him, saying, Father forgive them, for they cannot tell what they do.
Who (as the Prophet Says,) was led to death like a Lamb, not opening his Mouth to reviling, but opening his Mouth to praying for them that Crucified him, saying, Father forgive them, for they cannot tell what they do.
The which example, anon after Christ, St. Stephen did follow, and after, St. Paul: We be evil spoken of, (saith he,) and we speak well: We suffer persecution, and take it patiently:
The which Exampl, anon After christ, Saint Stephen did follow, and After, Saint Paul: We be evil spoken of, (Says he,) and we speak well: We suffer persecution, and take it patiently:
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Is it a great thing to speak well to thine Adversary, to whom Christ doth command thee to do well? David, when Shimes did call him all to naught, did not chide again,
Is it a great thing to speak well to thine Adversary, to whom christ does command thee to do well? David, when shimes did call him all to nought, did not chide again,
And shall those Heathen excel in Patience us that profess Christ, the Teacher and Example of all Patience? Lysander, when one did rage against him, in reviling of him, he was nothing moved,
And shall those Heathen excel in Patience us that profess christ, the Teacher and Exampl of all Patience? Lysander, when one did rage against him, in reviling of him, he was nothing moved,
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and leave out nothing, if perchance by this means thou mayst discharge thee of those naughty things, with the which it seemeth that thou art full laden.
and leave out nothing, if perchance by this means thou Mayest discharge thee of those naughty things, with the which it seems that thou art full laden.
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Many Men speak evil of all Men, because they can speak well of no Man. After this sort, this Wise Man avoideth from him the reproachful Words spoken unto him, imputing and laying them to the Natural Sickness of his Adversary.
Many Men speak evil of all Men, Because they can speak well of no Man. After this sort, this Wise Man avoideth from him the reproachful Words spoken unto him, imputing and laying them to the Natural Sickness of his Adversary.
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Is it not a shame for us that profess Christ, to be worse than Heathen People, in a thing chiefly pertaining to Christs Religion? Shall Philosophy perswade them, more than Gods Word shall perswade us? Shall Natural Reason prevail more with them,
Is it not a shame for us that profess christ, to be Worse than Heathen People, in a thing chiefly pertaining to Christ Religion? Shall Philosophy persuade them, more than God's Word shall persuade us? Shall Natural Reason prevail more with them,
But how much better is it, and more like to the Example and Doctrine of Christ, to make rather a greater fault, in our Neighbour, a small fault, reasoning with ourselves after this sort;
But how much better is it, and more like to the Exampl and Doctrine of christ, to make rather a greater fault, in our Neighbour, a small fault, reasoning with ourselves After this sort;
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It is a shame for him that is blind to call another Man blind, and it is more shame for him that is whole blind to call him blinkard that is but purblind:
It is a shame for him that is blind to call Another Man blind, and it is more shame for him that is Whole blind to call him blinkard that is but purblind:
why doth not Godliness, yea, why doth not Christ obtain that thing now of me, which hereafter Time shall obtain of me? If a Man be called an Adulterer, Usurer, Drunkard,
why does not Godliness, yea, why does not christ obtain that thing now of me, which hereafter Time shall obtain of me? If a Man be called an Adulterer, Usurer, Drunkard,
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This is the best way to disprove a Man's Adversary, so to live, that all which shall know his Honesty, may bear witness that he is slandered unworthily.
This is the best Way to disprove a Man's Adversary, so to live, that all which shall know his Honesty, may bear witness that he is slandered unworthily.
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If the fault, whereof he is slandered, be such, that for the defence of his Honesty, he must needs make answer, let him answer quietly and softly, on this fashion, That those faults be laid against him falsly.
If the fault, whereof he is slandered, be such, that for the defence of his Honesty, he must needs make answer, let him answer quietly and softly, on this fashion, That those Faults be laid against him falsely.
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But they, that cannot bear one evil word, peradventure, for their own excuse, will alledge that which is written, He that despiseth his g•od Name is cruel.
But they, that cannot bear one evil word, Peradventure, for their own excuse, will allege that which is written, He that despises his g•od Name is cruel.
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In this Zeal, Saint John Baptist called the Pharisees, Adders brood: And Saint Paul called the Galatians, Fools: And the Men of Crete he called Lyars, evil Beasts, and sluggish Bellies:
In this Zeal, Saint John Baptist called the Pharisees, Adders brood: And Saint Paul called the Galatians, Fools: And the Men of Crete he called Liars, evil Beasts, and sluggish Bellies:
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And his Zeal is godly, and to be allowed, as it is plainly proved by the example of Christ, who although he were the Fountain and Spring of all Meekness, Gentleness and Softness, yet he called the obstinate Scribes and Pharisees, Blind Guides, Fools, painted Graves, Hypocrites, Serpents, Adders brood, a corrupt and wicked Generation.
And his Zeal is godly, and to be allowed, as it is plainly proved by the Exampl of christ, who although he were the Fountain and Spring of all Meekness, Gentleness and Softness, yet he called the obstinate Scribes and Pharisees, Blind Guides, Fools, painted Graves, Hypocrites, Serpents, Adders brood, a corrupt and wicked Generation.
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Likewise Saint Paul reproveth Elymas, saying, O thou full of all Craft and Guile, Enemy to all Justice, thou ceasest not to destroy the right ways of God:
Likewise Saint Paul Reproveth Elymas, saying, Oh thou full of all Craft and Guile, Enemy to all justice, thou ceasest not to destroy the right ways of God:
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And Saint Peter reprehendeth Ananias very sharply, saying, Ananias, how is it that Satan hath filled thy Heart, that thou shouldst lye unto the Holy Ghost? This Zeal hath been so servent in many good Men, that it hath stirred them, not only to speak bitter and eager words,
And Saint Peter reprehendeth Ananias very sharply, saying, Ananias, how is it that Satan hath filled thy Heart, that thou Shouldst lie unto the Holy Ghost? This Zeal hath been so servient in many good Men, that it hath stirred them, not only to speak bitter and eager words,
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Wherefore now to return again to contentious Words, and specially in Matters of Religion, and Gods Word, (which would be used with all Modesty, Soberness and Chastity,) the words of Saint James ought to be well marked,
Wherefore now to return again to contentious Words, and specially in Matters of Religion, and God's Word, (which would be used with all Modesty, Soberness and Chastity,) the words of Saint James ought to be well marked,
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and born in memory, where he saith, That of Contention riseth all Evil. And the wise King Solomon saith, Honour is due to a Man that keepeth himself from Contention,
and born in memory, where he Says, That of Contention Riseth all Evil. And the wise King Solomon Says, Honour is due to a Man that Keepeth himself from Contention,
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And because this Vice is so much hurtful to the Society of a Commonwealth, in all well-ordered Cities, these common Brawlers and Scolders be punished with a notable kind of pain,
And Because this Vice is so much hurtful to the Society of a Commonwealth, in all well-ordered Cities, these Common Brawlers and Scolders be punished with a notable kind of pain,
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And they be unworthy to live in a Commonwealth, the which do as much as lieth in them, with Brawling and Scolding, to disturb the Quietness and Peace of the same.
And they be unworthy to live in a Commonwealth, the which do as much as lies in them, with Brawling and Scolding, to disturb the Quietness and Peace of the same.
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And whereof cometh this Contention, Strife, and Variance, but of Pride and Vain-glory? Let us therefore humble ourselves under the mighty Hand of God, which hath promised to rest upon them that be humble and low in Spirit.
And whereof comes this Contention, Strife, and Variance, but of Pride and Vainglory? Let us Therefore humble ourselves under the mighty Hand of God, which hath promised to rest upon them that be humble and low in Spirit.
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and such Concord and Agreement, that with one Mouth and Mind, we may glorifie God the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, to whom be all Glory, now and for ever. AMEN.
and such Concord and Agreement, that with one Mouth and Mind, we may Glorify God the Father of our Lord jesus christ, to whom be all Glory, now and for ever. AMEN.
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WHereas there appeareth in these days great slackness and negligence of a great sort of People, in resorting to the Church, there to serve God their Heavenly Father, according to their most bounden duty,
WHereas there appears in these days great slackness and negligence of a great sort of People, in resorting to the Church, there to serve God their Heavenly Father, according to their most bounden duty,
and thereby may just fear arise of the Wrath of God, and his dreadful Plagues hanging over Head for our grievous Offences in this behalf, amongst other many and great Sins which we daily and hourly commit before the Lord.
and thereby may just Fear arise of the Wrath of God, and his dreadful Plagues hanging over Head for our grievous Offences in this behalf, among other many and great Sins which we daily and hourly commit before the Lord.
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Therefore for the discharge of all our Consciences, and for the avoiding of the common Peril and Plague hanging over us, let us consider what may be said out of Gods Holy Book concerning this matter, whereunto I pray you give good Audience,
Therefore for the discharge of all our Consciences, and for the avoiding of the Common Peril and Plague hanging over us, let us Consider what may be said out of God's Holy Book Concerning this matter, whereunto I pray you give good Audience,
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as in dwelling places able to receive or contain his Majesty, according as is evidently declared by the Prophet Isaiah, and by the Doctrine of St. Stephen, and St. Paul in the Acts of the Apostles.
as in Dwelling places able to receive or contain his Majesty, according as is evidently declared by the Prophet Isaiah, and by the Doctrine of Saint Stephen, and Saint Paul in the Acts of the Apostles.
And where King Solomon (who builded unto the Lord the most glorious Temple that ever was made,) saith, Who shall be able to build a meet or worthy House for him? If Heaven,
And where King Solomon (who built unto the Lord the most glorious Temple that ever was made,) Says, Who shall be able to built a meet or worthy House for him? If Heaven,
What am I that I should be able to build thee an House, O Lord? But yet for this purpose only it is made, that thou mayest regard the Prayer of thy Servant, and his Humble Supplication.
What am I that I should be able to built thee an House, Oh Lord? But yet for this purpose only it is made, that thou Mayest regard the Prayer of thy Servant, and his Humble Supplication.
And indeed, the chief and special Temples of God, wherein he hath greatest pleasure, and most delighteth to dwell and continue in, are the Bodies and Minds of true Christians,
And indeed, the chief and special Temples of God, wherein he hath greatest pleasure, and most delights to dwell and continue in, Are the Bodies and Minds of true Christians,
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and the chosen People of God, according to the Doctrine of the Holy Scripture, declared in the First Epistle to the Corinthians. Know ye not (saith St. Paul, ) that ye be the Temple of God,
and the chosen People of God, according to the Doctrine of the Holy Scripture, declared in the First Epistle to the Corinthians. Know you not (Says Saint Paul,) that you be the Temple of God,
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Know ye not that your body is the Temple of the Holy Ghost dwelling in you, whom ye have given you of God, and that ye be not your own? For ye are dearly bought.
Know you not that your body is the Temple of the Holy Ghost Dwelling in you, whom you have given you of God, and that you be not your own? For you Are dearly bought.
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Glorifie ye now therefore God in your Body, and in your Spirit, which are Gods. And therefore as our Saviour Christ teacheth in the Gospel of Saint John, they that worship God the Father in Spirit and Truth, in what place soever they do it, worship him aright:
glorify you now Therefore God in your Body, and in your Spirit, which Are God's And Therefore as our Saviour christ Teaches in the Gospel of Saint John, they that worship God the Father in Spirit and Truth, in what place soever they do it, worship him aright:
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Yet all this notwithstanding, the material Church or Temple is a place appointed as well by the usage and continual Examples expressed in the Old Testament,
Yet all this notwithstanding, the material Church or Temple is a place appointed as well by the usage and continual Examples expressed in the Old Testament,
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as in the New, for the People of God to resort together unto, there to hear Gods Holy Word, to call upon his Holy Name, to give him thanks for his innumerable and unspeakable benefits bestowed upon us,
as in the New, for the People of God to resort together unto, there to hear God's Holy Word, to call upon his Holy Name, to give him thanks for his innumerable and unspeakable benefits bestowed upon us,
and duly and truly to celebrate his Holy Sacraments, (in the unfeigned doing and accomplishing of the which, standeth that True and Right Worshipping of God aforementioned,) and the same Church or Temple, is by the Holy Scriptures, both of the Old Testament and New, called the House and Temple of the Lord,
and duly and truly to celebrate his Holy Sacraments, (in the unfeigned doing and accomplishing of the which, Stands that True and Right Worshipping of God aforementioned,) and the same Church or Temple, is by the Holy Scriptures, both of the Old Testament and New, called the House and Temple of the Lord,
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for the peculiar service there done to his Majesty by his People, and for the effectuous presence of his Heavenly Grace, wherewith he by his said Holy Word endueth his People so there assembled.
for the peculiar service there done to his Majesty by his People, and for the effectuous presence of his Heavenly Grace, wherewith he by his said Holy Word endueth his People so there assembled.
And to the said House or Temple of God, at all times, by common order appointed, are all People that be godly indeed, bound with all diligence to resort,
And to the said House or Temple of God, At all times, by Common order appointed, Are all People that be godly indeed, bound with all diligence to resort,
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And all the same so resorting thither, ought with all quietness and reverence there to behave themselves, in doing their bounden duty and service to Almighty God, in the Congregation of his Saints.
And all the same so resorting thither, ought with all quietness and Reverence there to behave themselves, in doing their bounden duty and service to Almighty God, in the Congregation of his Saints.
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He that Sweareth by the Temple, (saith our Saviour Christ, ) Sweareth by it, and him that dwelleth therein, meaning God the Father, which he also expresseth plainly in the Gospel of Saint John, saying:
He that Sweareth by the Temple, (Says our Saviour christ,) Sweareth by it, and him that dwells therein, meaning God the Father, which he also Expresses plainly in the Gospel of Saint John, saying:
And it is likewise called the House of Prayer, as Solomon, who builded the Temple of the Lord at Jerusalem, doth oft call it the House of the Lord, in the which the Lords Name should be called upon.
And it is likewise called the House of Prayer, as Solomon, who built the Temple of the Lord At Jerusalem, does oft call it the House of the Lord, in the which the lords Name should be called upon.
and in the Parable of the Pharisee and the Publican which went to pray, in which Parable our Saviour Christ saith, They went up into the Temple to pray.
and in the Parable of the Pharisee and the Publican which went to pray, in which Parable our Saviour christ Says, They went up into the Temple to pray.
Now that it is likewise the place of Thanksgiving unto the Lord for his innumerable and unspeakable benefits bestowed upon us, appeareth notably at the latter end of the Gospel of Saint Luke, and the beginning of the Story of the Acts, where it is written, that the Apostles and Disciples after the Ascension of the Lord, continued with one accord daily in the Temple, always praising and blessing God.
Now that it is likewise the place of Thanksgiving unto the Lord for his innumerable and unspeakable benefits bestowed upon us, appears notably At the latter end of the Gospel of Saint Lycia, and the beginning of the Story of the Acts, where it is written, that the Apostles and Disciples After the Ascension of the Lord, continued with one accord daily in the Temple, always praising and blessing God.
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It remaineth now to be declared, that the Church or Temple is the place where the lively Word of God (and not Man's Inventions,) ought to be Read and Taught,
It remains now to be declared, that the Church or Temple is the place where the lively Word of God (and not Man's Inventions,) ought to be Read and Taught,
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In the Story of the Acts of the Apostles, we read that Paul and Barnabas Preached the Word of God in the Temples of the Jews at Salamine. And when they came to Antiochia, they entred on the Sabbath-day into the Synagogue or Church,
In the Story of the Acts of the Apostles, we read that Paul and Barnabas Preached the Word of God in the Temples of the jews At Salamine. And when they Come to Antiochia, they entered on the Sabbath-day into the Synagogue or Church,
Where the Apostles, although they had been whipped and scourged the day before, and by the High Priest commanded that they should preach no more in the Name of Jesus,
Where the Apostles, although they had been whipped and scourged the day before, and by the High Priest commanded that they should preach no more in the Name of jesus,
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And in the same Story of the Acts, the Seventeenth Chapter, is testified, how Paul preached Christ out of the Scriptures at Thessalonica. And in the Fifteenth Chapter, James the Apostle in that Holy Council and Assembly of his Fellow Apostles saith, Moses of old time hath in every City certain that preach him in the Synagogues or Temples, where he is read every Sabbath-day.
And in the same Story of the Acts, the Seventeenth Chapter, is testified, how Paul preached christ out of the Scriptures At Thessalonica. And in the Fifteenth Chapter, James the Apostle in that Holy Council and Assembly of his Fellow Apostles Says, Moses of old time hath in every city certain that preach him in the Synagogues or Temples, where he is read every Sabbath-day.
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How much more then is it convenient that the Scriptures of God, and specially the Gospel of our Saviour Christ should be Read and Expounded unto us that be Christians in our Churches, specially our Saviour Christ and his Apostles allowing this most godly and necessary usage,
How much more then is it convenient that the Scriptures of God, and specially the Gospel of our Saviour christ should be Read and Expounded unto us that be Christians in our Churches, specially our Saviour christ and his Apostles allowing this most godly and necessary usage,
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It is written in the Stories of the Gospel in divers places, that Jesus went round about all Galilee, teaching in their Synagogues, and preaching the Gospel of the Kingdom:
It is written in the Stories of the Gospel in diverse places, that jesus went round about all Galilee, teaching in their Synagogues, and preaching the Gospel of the Kingdom:
And in the Eighteenth of John, our Saviour testifieth before Pilate, that he spake openly unto the World, and that he always Taught in the Synagogue and in the Temple, whither all the Jews resorted,
And in the Eighteenth of John, our Saviour Testifieth before Pilate, that he spoke openly unto the World, and that he always Taught in the Synagogue and in the Temple, whither all the jews resorted,
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and specially on the Sabbath-days, as also the readiness of the People resorting all together, and that early in the Morning, into the Temple to hear him.
and specially on the Sabbath-days, as also the readiness of the People resorting all together, and that early in the Morning, into the Temple to hear him.
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And it is testified in the First of Luke, that when Zachary the Holy Priest, and Father to John Baptist, did Sacrifice within the Temple, all the People stood without a long time praying, such was their zeal and fervency at that time.
And it is testified in the First of Lycia, that when Zachary the Holy Priest, and Father to John Baptist, did Sacrifice within the Temple, all the People stood without a long time praying, such was their zeal and fervency At that time.
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And in the Second of Luke appeareth what great Journeys Men, Women, yea, and Children took, to come to the Temple on the Feast-day, there to serve the Lord,
And in the Second of Lycia appears what great Journeys Men, Women, yea, and Children took, to come to the Temple on the Feast day, there to serve the Lord,
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So that if we would compare our negligence in resorting to the House of the Lord, there to serve him, with the diligence of the Jews, in coming daily very early, somtimes by great Journeys to their Temple,
So that if we would compare our negligence in resorting to the House of the Lord, there to serve him, with the diligence of the jews, in coming daily very early, sometimes by great Journeys to their Temple,
We may justly in this Comparison condemn our slothfulness and negligence, yea, plain contempt, in coming to the Lord's House, standing so near unto us,
We may justly in this Comparison condemn our slothfulness and negligence, yea, plain contempt, in coming to the Lord's House, standing so near unto us,
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and that they shall rise at the day of Judgment, to our Condemnation, who in Comparison to them, shew such slackness and contempt in resorting to the House of the Lord, there to serve him, according as we are of duty most bound.
and that they shall rise At the day of Judgement, to our Condemnation, who in Comparison to them, show such slackness and contempt in resorting to the House of the Lord, there to serve him, according as we Are of duty most bound.
And besides this most horrible dread of God's just Judgment in the great day, we shall not in this Life escape his heavy Hand and Vengeance for this contempt of the House of the Lord,
And beside this most horrible dread of God's just Judgement in the great day, we shall not in this Life escape his heavy Hand and Vengeance for this contempt of the House of the Lord,
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and his due service there, and with diligence resort thither together, to serve the Lord with one accord and consent, in all Holiness and Righteousness before him, we have promises of benefits, both Heavenly and Worldly.
and his due service there, and with diligence resort thither together, to serve the Lord with one accord and consent, in all Holiness and Righteousness before him, we have promises of benefits, both Heavenly and Worldly.
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and could find him no where, that at the last, they found him in the Temple, sitting in the midst of the Doctors, So if we lack Jesus Christ, that is to say, the Saviour of our Souls and Bodies, we shall not find him in the Market-place,
and could find him no where, that At the last, they found him in the Temple, sitting in the midst of the Doctors, So if we lack jesus christ, that is to say, the Saviour of our Souls and Bodies, we shall not find him in the Marketplace,
or in the Guild-Hall, much less in the Ale-house or Tavern, amongst good Fellows, (as they call them,) so soon as we shall find him in the Temple, the Lords House, amongst the Teachers,
or in the Guild-Hall, much less in the Alehouse or Tavern, among good Fellows, (as they call them,) so soon as we shall find him in the Temple, the lords House, among the Teachers,
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for that the Service of the Lord (as Teaching and Hearing of his Holy Word, calling upon his Holy Name, giving Thanks to him for his great and innumerable Benefits,
for that the Service of the Lord (as Teaching and Hearing of his Holy Word, calling upon his Holy Name, giving Thanks to him for his great and innumerable Benefits,
And it is likewise declared by the Scriptures, how all Godly and Christian Men and Women ought at times appointed, with diligence to resort unto the House of the Lord, there to serve him,
And it is likewise declared by the Scriptures, how all Godly and Christian Men and Women ought At times appointed, with diligence to resort unto the House of the Lord, there to serve him,
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or Church is the House of the Lord, for that the Service of the Lord, (as Teaching and Hearing his Holy Word, calling upon his Holy Name, giving Thanks to him for his great and innumerable Benefits,
or Church is the House of the Lord, for that the Service of the Lord, (as Teaching and Hearing his Holy Word, calling upon his Holy Name, giving Thanks to him for his great and innumerable Benefits,
And it is likewise already declared by the Scriptures, how all Godly and Christian Men and Women, ought at times appointed, with diligence to resort unto the House of the Lord, there to Serve him,
And it is likewise already declared by the Scriptures, how all Godly and Christian Men and Women, ought At times appointed, with diligence to resort unto the House of the Lord, there to Serve him,
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Now it remaineth in this Second Part of the Homily, concerning the right use of the Temple of God, to be likewise declared by God's Word, with what quietness, silence,
Now it remains in this Second Part of the Homily, Concerning the right use of the Temple of God, to be likewise declared by God's Word, with what quietness, silence,
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It may teach us sufficiently how well it doth become us Christian Men reverently to use the Church and Holy House of our Prayers, by considering in how great reverence and veneration the Jews in the old Law had their Temple, which appeared by sundry places, whereof I will note unto you certain.
It may teach us sufficiently how well it does become us Christian Men reverently to use the Church and Holy House of our Prayers, by considering in how great Reverence and veneration the jews in the old Law had their Temple, which appeared by sundry places, whereof I will note unto you certain.
and in three days build it again, not doubting, but if they might make Men to believe, that he had said any thing against the Honour and Majesty of the Temple, he should seem to all Men most worthy of death.
and in three days built it again, not doubting, but if they might make Men to believe, that he had said any thing against the Honour and Majesty of the Temple, he should seem to all Men most worthy of death.
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And in the 21st of the Acts, when the Jews found Paul in the Temple, They laid hands upon him, crying, Ye Men Israelites help, this is that Man who teacheth all Men every where against the People and the Law, and against this place:
And in the 21st of the Acts, when the jews found Paul in the Temple, They laid hands upon him, crying, You Men Israelites help, this is that Man who Teaches all Men every where against the People and the Law, and against this place:
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And in the 27th of Matthew, when the chief Priests had received again the pieces of Silver at Judas 's Hand, they said, It is not lawful to put them into Corban, (which was the Treasure-House of the Temple,) because it is the price of Blood.
And in the 27th of Matthew, when the chief Priests had received again the Pieces of Silver At Judas is Hand, they said, It is not lawful to put them into Corban, (which was the Treasure-House of the Temple,) Because it is the price of Blood.
So that they could not abide that not only any unclean Person, but also any other dead thing that was judged unclean, should once come into the Temple or any place thereto belonging.
So that they could not abide that not only any unclean Person, but also any other dead thing that was judged unclean, should once come into the Temple or any place thereto belonging.
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What Fellowship is there betwixt Righteousness and Ʋnrighteousness? Or what Communion between Light and Darkness? Or what Concord between Christ and Belial? Or what part can the Faithful have with the Ʋnfaithful? Or what agreement can there be between the Temple of God and Images? Which sentence,
What Fellowship is there betwixt Righteousness and Ʋnrighteousness? Or what Communion between Light and Darkness? Or what Concord between christ and Belial? Or what part can the Faithful have with the Ʋnfaithful? Or what agreement can there be between the Temple of God and Images? Which sentence,
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yet seeing that the Similitude and Pith of the argument is taken from the material Temple, it enforceth, that no Ungodliness, specially of Images or Idols, may be suffered in the Temple of God, which is the place of worshipping God:
yet seeing that the Similitude and Pith of the argument is taken from the material Temple, it enforceth, that no Ungodliness, specially of Images or Idols, may be suffered in the Temple of God, which is the place of worshipping God:
You will say, that they Honoured it Superstitiously, and a great deal too much, crying out, The Temple of the Lord, the Temple of the Lord, being notwithstanding most wicked in Life,
You will say, that they Honoured it Superstitiously, and a great deal too much, crying out, The Temple of the Lord, the Temple of the Lord, being notwithstanding most wicked in Life,
and be therefore must justly reproved of Jeremiah, the Prophet of the Lord. Truth it is, that they were Superstitiously given to the Honouring of their Temple.
and be Therefore must justly reproved of Jeremiah, the Prophet of the Lord. Truth it is, that they were Superstitiously given to the Honouring of their Temple.
It is written in Ecclesiastes the Fourth Chapter, When thou dost enter into the House of God, (saith he,) take heed to thy Feet, draw near that thou must hear:
It is written in Ecclesiastes the Fourth Chapter, When thou dost enter into the House of God, (Says he,) take heed to thy Feet, draw near that thou must hear:
See whether they take heed to their Feet, as they be here warned, which never cease from uncomely walking and jetting up and down and overthwart the Church, shewing an evident signification of notable contempt, both of God,
See whither they take heed to their Feet, as they be Here warned, which never cease from uncomely walking and jetting up and down and overthwart the Church, showing an evident signification of notable contempt, both of God,
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And what heed they take to their Tongues and Speech, which do not only speak words swiftly and rashly before the Lord, (which they be here forbidden,) but also oftentimes speak Filthily, Covetously,
And what heed they take to their Tongues and Speech, which do not only speak words swiftly and rashly before the Lord, (which they be Here forbidden,) but also oftentimes speak Filthily, Covetously,
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and Ungodlily, talking of matters scarce honest or fit for the Ale-House or Tavern, in the House of the Lord, little considering that they speak before God, who dwelleth in Heaven, (as is here declared,) when they be but Vermine here creeping upon the Earth, in comparison to his Eternal Majesty;
and Ungodlily, talking of matters scarce honest or fit for the Ale-House or Tavern, in the House of the Lord, little considering that they speak before God, who dwells in Heaven, (as is Here declared,) when they be but Vermin Here creeping upon the Earth, in comparison to his Eternal Majesty;
And indeed concerning the People and Multitude, the Temple is prepared for them to be Hearers, rather than Speakers, considering that as well the Word of God is there Read and Taught, whereunto they are bound to give diligent Ear, with all Reverence and Silence,
And indeed Concerning the People and Multitude, the Temple is prepared for them to be Hearers, rather than Speakers, considering that as well the Word of God is there Read and Taught, whereunto they Are bound to give diligent Ear, with all reverence and Silence,
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nor turned away his Face from them that did reproach him and spit upon him, and, according to his own Example, gave Precepts of Mildness and Sufferance to his Disciples:
nor turned away his Face from them that did reproach him and spit upon him, and, according to his own Exampl, gave Precepts of Mildness and Sufferance to his Disciples:
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as also that Common-Prayer and Thanksgiving are Rehearsed and said by the Publick Minister in the Name of the People and the whole multitude present, whereunto they, giving their ready Audience, should assent and say, Amen, as Saint Paul teacheth in the first Epistle to the Corinthians. And in another place, Glorifying God with one Spirit and Mouth:
as also that Common prayer and Thanksgiving Are Rehearsed and said by the Public Minister in the Name of the People and the Whole multitude present, whereunto they, giving their ready Audience, should assent and say, Amen, as Saint Paul Teaches in the First Epistle to the Corinthians. And in Another place, Glorifying God with one Spirit and Mouth:
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Which cannot be when every Man and Woman in several pretences of Devotion prayeth privately, one Asking, another giving Thanks, another reading Doctrine,
Which cannot be when every Man and Woman in several pretences of Devotion Prayeth privately, one Asking, Another giving Thanks, Another reading Doctrine,
And peculiarly, what due Reverence is to be used in the Ministring of the Sacraments in the Temple, the same Saint Paul teacheth to the Corinthians, rebuking such as did Unreverently use themselves in that behalf.
And peculiarly, what due reverence is to be used in the Ministering of the Sacraments in the Temple, the same Saint Paul Teaches to the Corinthians, rebuking such as did Unreverently use themselves in that behalf.
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Have ye not Houses to eat and drink in, (saith he?) Do ye despise the Church or Congregation of God? What shall I say unto you? Shall I praise you? In this I praise you not.
Have you not Houses to eat and drink in, (Says he?) Do you despise the Church or Congregation of God? What shall I say unto you? Shall I praise you? In this I praise you not.
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but all inward Reverence in cleansing of the Thoughts of our Hearts, threatning by his Prophet Osee in the Ninth Chapter, that for the Malice of the Inventions and Devices of the People, he will cast them out of his House:
but all inward reverence in cleansing of the Thoughts of our Hearts, threatening by his Prophet Hosea in the Ninth Chapter, that for the Malice of the Inventions and Devices of the People, he will cast them out of his House:
how that our Saviour Jesus Christ, that Merciful and Mild Lord, compared for his Meekness to a Sheep, suffering with silence his Fleece to be shorn from him, and to a Lamb led without resistance to the Slaughter, which gave his Body to them that did smite him, answered not him that reviled,
how that our Saviour jesus christ, that Merciful and Mild Lord, compared for his Meekness to a Sheep, suffering with silence his Fleece to be shorn from him, and to a Lamb led without resistance to the Slaughter, which gave his Body to them that did smite him, answered not him that reviled,
and prophaned, useth great severity and sharpness, overturneth the Tables of the Exchangers, subverted the Seats of them that sold Doves, maketh a whip of Cords,
and Profaned, uses great severity and sharpness, overturneth the Tables of the Exchangers, subverted the Seats of them that sold Dove, makes a whip of Cords,
And whereas our Saviour Christ (as is before mentioned out of Saint Luke, ) could be found no where (when he was sought,) but only in the Temple amongst the Doctors,
And whereas our Saviour christ (as is before mentioned out of Saint Lycia,) could be found no where (when he was sought,) but only in the Temple among the Doctors,
until they had done open Penance before the whole Church. And this was practised, not only upon mean Persons, but also upon the Rich, Noble, and Mighty Persons;
until they had done open Penance before the Whole Church. And this was practised, not only upon mean Persons, but also upon the Rich, Noble, and Mighty Persons;
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yea, upon Theodosius, that Puissant and Mighty Emperor, whom, for committing a grievous and wilful Murder, Saint Ambrose Bishop of Milain reproved sharply,
yea, upon Theodosius, that Puissant and Mighty Emperor, whom, for committing a grievous and wilful Murder, Saint Ambrose Bishop of Milan reproved sharply,
And they, that were so justly exempted and banished (as it were,) from the House of the Lord, were taken (as they be indeed,) for Men divided and separated from Christs Church,
And they, that were so justly exempted and banished (as it were,) from the House of the Lord, were taken (as they be indeed,) for Men divided and separated from Christ Church,
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and in most dangerous estate, yea, as Saint Paul saith, even given unto Satan, the Devil for a time, and their company was shunned and avoided of all Godly Men and Women,
and in most dangerous estate, yea, as Saint Paul Says, even given unto Satan, the devil for a time, and their company was shunned and avoided of all Godly Men and Women,
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And yet we willingly, either by absenting ourselves from the House of the Lord, do (as it were,) Excommunicate ourselves from the Church and and Fellowship of the Saints of God,
And yet we willingly, either by absenting ourselves from the House of the Lord, doe (as it were,) Excommunicate ourselves from the Church and and Fellowship of the Saints of God,
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or else coming thither, by uncomely and unreverent behaviour there, by hasty, rash, yea, unclean and wicked Thoughts and Words before the Lord our God, horribly dishonour his Holy House the Church of God,
or Else coming thither, by uncomely and unreverent behaviour there, by hasty, rash, yea, unclean and wicked Thoughts and Words before the Lord our God, horribly dishonour his Holy House the Church of God,
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how all Godly Persons ought with diligence at times appointed thither to repair, how they ought to behave themselves there, with Reverence and Dread before the Lord, what Plagues and Punishments,
how all Godly Persons ought with diligence At times appointed thither to repair, how they ought to behave themselves there, with reverence and Dread before the Lord, what Plagues and Punishments,
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if we will avoid Drought and Barrenness, Thirst and Hunger, which are Plagues threatned unto such as make haste to go to their own Houses, to Ale-Houses and Taverns,
if we will avoid Drought and barrenness, Thirst and Hunger, which Are Plagues threatened unto such as make haste to go to their own Houses, to Ale-Houses and Taverns,
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and leave the House of the Lord empty and desolate, if we abhor to be scourged, not with Whips made of Cords, out of the material Temple only (as our Saviour Christ served the Desilers of the House of God in Jerusalem, ) but also to be beaten and driven out of the Eternal Temple and House of the Lord (which is his Heavenly Kingdom, ) with the Iron Rod of Everlasting Damnation,
and leave the House of the Lord empty and desolate, if we abhor to be scourged, not with Whips made of Cords, out of the material Temple only (as our Saviour christ served the Desilers of the House of God in Jerusalem,) but also to be beaten and driven out of the Eternal Temple and House of the Lord (which is his Heavenly Kingdom,) with the Iron Rod of Everlasting Damnation,
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and not by any outward Ceremonies, or costly and glorious decking of the said House, or Temple of the Lord, contrary to the which most manifest Doctrine of the Scriptures,
and not by any outward Ceremonies, or costly and glorious decking of the said House, or Temple of the Lord, contrary to the which most manifest Doctrine of the Scriptures,
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and resorting thither diligently together, let us there with Reverent hearing of the Lords Holy Word, calling on the Lords Holy Name, giving of hearty Thanks unto the Lord for his manifold and inestimable benefits daily and hourly bestowed upon us, celebrating also Reverently the Lords Holy Sacraments, serve the Lord in his Holy House,
and resorting thither diligently together, let us there with Reverend hearing of the lords Holy Word, calling on the lords Holy Name, giving of hearty Thanks unto the Lord for his manifold and inestimable benefits daily and hourly bestowed upon us, celebrating also Reverently the lords Holy Sacraments, serve the Lord in his Holy House,
and to dwell in his Tabernacle, there to Praise and Magnifie his Holy Name in the Congregation of his Saints, in the Holy House of his Eternal Kingdom of Heaven, which he hath purchased for us, by the Death and Shedding of the precious Blood of his Son, our Saviour Jesus Christ, to whom with the Father,
and to dwell in his Tabernacle, there to Praise and Magnify his Holy Name in the Congregation of his Saints, in the Holy House of his Eternal Kingdom of Heaven, which he hath purchased for us, by the Death and Shedding of the precious Blood of his Son, our Saviour jesus christ, to whom with the Father,
IN what points the true Ornaments of the Church or Temple of God do consist and stand, hath been declared in the two last Homilies, treating of the Right Use of the Temple or House of God,
IN what points the true Ornament of the Church or Temple of God do consist and stand, hath been declared in the two last Homilies, treating of the Right Use of the Temple or House of God,
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The Sum whereof is, that the Church or House of God is a place appointed by the Holy Scriptures, where the lively Word of God ought to be Read, Taught,
The Sum whereof is, that the Church or House of God is a place appointed by the Holy Scriptures, where the lively Word of God ought to be Read, Taught,
and Heard, the Lords Holy Name called upon by publick Prayer, hearty Thanks given to his Majesty for his infinite and unspeakable benefits bestowed upon us, his Holy Sacraments duly and reverently ministred,
and Herd, the lords Holy Name called upon by public Prayer, hearty Thanks given to his Majesty for his infinite and unspeakable benefits bestowed upon us, his Holy Sacraments duly and reverently ministered,
for the effectual presence of Gods Grace, wherewith he doth by his holy Word and Promises endue his people there present and assembled, to the attainment as well of Commodities worldly, necessary for us,
for the effectual presence of God's Grace, wherewith he does by his holy Word and Promises endue his people there present and assembled, to the attainment as well of Commodities worldly, necessary for us,
and the House of God, and that therefore the due Reverence thereof is stirred up in the Hearts of the Godly, by the Consideration of these true Ornaments of the said House of God,
and the House of God, and that Therefore the due reverence thereof is stirred up in the Hearts of the Godly, by the Consideration of these true Ornament of the said House of God,
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and contrary to the usage of the Primitive Chruch, which was pure and uncorrupt, and contrary to the Sentences and Judgments of the most antient, learned and godly Doctors of the Church, (as hereafter shall appear,) the Corruption of these later days hath brought into the Church infinite multitudes of Images,
and contrary to the usage of the Primitive Church, which was pure and uncorrupt, and contrary to the Sentences and Judgments of the most ancient, learned and godly Doctors of the Church, (as hereafter shall appear,) the Corruption of these later days hath brought into the Church infinite Multitudes of Images,
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and the same, with other parts of the Temple also, have decked with Gold and Silver, painted with Colours, set them with Stone and Pearl, clothed them with Silks and precious Vestures, fancying untruly that to be the chief Decking and Adorning of the Temple or the House of God,
and the same, with other parts of the Temple also, have decked with Gold and Silver, painted with Colours, Set them with Stone and Pearl, clothed them with Silks and precious Vestures, fancying untruly that to be the chief Decking and Adorning of the Temple or the House of God,
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but also the matter of them, Gold and Silver, as that Vice is of all others in the Scriptures peculiarly called Idolatry, or worshipping of Images. Against the which foul Abuses and great Enormities shall be alledged unto you:
but also the matter of them, Gold and Silver, as that Vice is of all Others in the Scriptures peculiarly called Idolatry, or worshipping of Images. Against the which foul Abuses and great Enormities shall be alleged unto you:
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First, the Authority of Gods holy Word, as well out of the Old Testament, as of the New. And secondly, the Testimonies of the holy and ancient learned Fathers and Doctors, out of their own Works and ancient Histories Ecclesiastical, both that you may at once know their Judgments,
First, the authority of God's holy Word, as well out of the Old Testament, as of the New. And secondly, the Testimonies of the holy and ancient learned Father's and Doctors, out of their own Works and ancient Histories Ecclesiastical, both that you may At once know their Judgments,
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Thirdly, the Reasons and Arguments made for the defence of Images or Idols, and the outragious decking of Temples and Churches, with Gold, Silver, Pearl,
Thirdly, the Reasons and Arguments made for the defence of Images or Idols, and the outrageous decking of Temples and Churches, with Gold, Silver, Pearl,
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But lest any should take occasion by the way, of doubting by Words or Names, it is thought good here to note first of all, that although in common speech we use to call the likeness or similitudes of Men or other things, Images, and not Idols;
But lest any should take occasion by the Way, of doubting by Words or Names, it is Thought good Here to note First of all, that although in Common speech we use to call the likeness or Similitudes of Men or other things, Images, and not Idols;
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and so both used as English terms in the translating of Scriptures indifferently, according as the Septuaginta have in their Translation in Greek NONLATINALPHABET,
and so both used as English terms in the translating of Scriptures indifferently, according as the Septuagint have in their translation in Greek,
and Saint Jerome in his Translation of the same places in Latin hath Simulachra, in English, Images. And in the New Testament, that which Saint John calleth NONLATINALPHABET, Saint Jerome likewise translateth Simulachrum, as in all other like places of Scripture usually he doth so translate.
and Saint Jerome in his translation of the same places in Latin hath Simulacra, in English, Images. And in the New Testament, that which Saint John calls, Saint Jerome likewise Translate Simulacrum, as in all other like places of Scripture usually he does so translate.
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And Tertullian, a most ancient Doctor, and well learned in both the Tongues, Greek and Latin, interpreting this place of Saint John, Beware of Idols, that is to say, (saith Tertullian, ) of the Images themselves:
And Tertullian, a most ancient Doctor, and well learned in both the Tongues, Greek and Latin, interpreting this place of Saint John, Beware of Idols, that is to say, (Says Tertullian,) of the Images themselves:
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And though some, to blind Mens Eyes, have heretofore craftily gone about to make them to be taken for words of divers Significations in Matters of Religion,
And though Some, to blind Men's Eyes, have heretofore craftily gone about to make them to be taken for words of diverse Significations in Matters of Religion,
as though these two words ( Idol and Image, ) in Scripture, did differ in property and sense, which (as is aforesaid,) differ only in Sound and Language,
as though these two words (Idol and Image,) in Scripture, did differ in property and sense, which (as is aforesaid,) differ only in Found and Language,
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Of the which the Ordinances and Laws, so given by the Lord to his People concerning this matter, I will rehearse and alledge some that be most special for this purpose, that you, by them, may judge of the rest.
Of the which the Ordinances and Laws, so given by the Lord to his People Concerning this matter, I will rehearse and allege Some that be most special for this purpose, that you, by them, may judge of the rest.
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lest thou forgettest the things which thine Eyes have seen, and that they go not out of thine Heart all the days of thy Life, thou shalt teach them to thy Children and Nephews, or Posterity.
lest thou forgettest the things which thine Eyes have seen, and that they go not out of thine Heart all the days of thy Life, thou shalt teach them to thy Children and Nephews, or Posterity.
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And by and by followeth, Take heed therefore diligently unto your Souls, you saw no manner of Image in the day in the which the Lord spake unto you in Horeb, out of the midst of the Fire,
And by and by follows, Take heed Therefore diligently unto your Souls, you saw no manner of Image in the day in the which the Lord spoke unto you in Horeb, out of the midst of the Fire,
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and the Stars of Heaven, and so thou, being deceived by errour, shouldst honour and worship them, which the Lord thy God hath created to serve all Nations that be under Heaven.
and the Stars of Heaven, and so thou, being deceived by error, Shouldst honour and worship them, which the Lord thy God hath created to serve all nations that be under Heaven.
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If you have Children and Nephews, and do tarry in the Land, and being deceived do make to your selves any similitude, doing evil before the Lord your God, and provoke him to anger:
If you have Children and Nephews, and do tarry in the Land, and being deceived do make to your selves any similitude, doing evil before the Lord your God, and provoke him to anger:
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I do this day call upon Heaven and Earth to witness, that ye shall quickly perish out of the Land which you shall possess, you shall not dwell in it any long time,
I do this day call upon Heaven and Earth to witness, that you shall quickly perish out of the Land which you shall possess, you shall not dwell in it any long time,
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but the Lord will destroy you, and will scatter you amongst all Nations, and ye shall remain but a very few amongst the Nations, whither the Lord will lead you away,
but the Lord will destroy you, and will scatter you among all nations, and you shall remain but a very few among the nations, whither the Lord will led you away,
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First, how earnestly and oft he calleth upon them to mark and to take heed, and that upon the peril of their Souls, to the charge which he giveth them.
First, how earnestly and oft he calls upon them to mark and to take heed, and that upon the peril of their Souls, to the charge which he gives them.
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Thirdly, what Penalty and horrible Destruction, he solemnly, with Invocation of Heaven and Earth, for record, denounceth and threatneth to them, their Children and Posterity,
Thirdly, what Penalty and horrible Destruction, he solemnly, with Invocation of Heaven and Earth, for record, Denounceth and threatens to them, their Children and Posterity,
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and setteth it up in a secret corner; and all the People shall say, Amen. Read the thirteeenth and fourteenth Chapters of the Book of Wisdom, concerning Idols or Images,
and sets it up in a secret corner; and all the People shall say, Amen. Read the thirteeenth and fourteenth Chapters of the Book of Wisdom, Concerning Idols or Images,
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And by and by he sheweth, how that the things which were the good Creatures of God before, (as Trees or Stones,) when they be once altered and fashioned into Images to be worshipped, become abomination, a temptation unto the Souls of Men,
And by and by he shows, how that the things which were the good Creatures of God before, (as Trees or Stones,) when they be once altered and fashioned into Images to be worshipped, become abomination, a temptation unto the Souls of Men,
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See and view the whole Chapter with diligence, for it is worthy to be well considered, specially that is written of the deceiving of the simple and unwise common People by Idols and Images,
See and view the Whole Chapter with diligence, for it is worthy to be well considered, specially that is written of the deceiving of the simple and unwise Common People by Idols and Images,
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The painting of the Picture and carved Image with divers Colours enticeth the ignorant so, that he honoreth and loveth the Picture of a dead Image that hath no Soul. Nevertheless, they that love such evil things, they that trust in them, they that make them, they that favour them,
The painting of the Picture and carved Image with diverse Colours entices the ignorant so, that he Honoureth and loves the Picture of a dead Image that hath no Soul. Nevertheless, they that love such evil things, they that trust in them, they that make them, they that favour them,
Chapter, after he hath set forth the incomprehensible Majesty of God, he asketh, To whom then will ye make God like? Or what similitude will ye set up unto him? Shall the Carver make him a carved Image? And shall the Goldsmith cover him with Gold,
Chapter, After he hath Set forth the incomprehensible Majesty of God, he asks, To whom then will you make God like? Or what similitude will you Set up unto him? Shall the Carver make him a carved Image? And shall the Goldsmith cover him with Gold,
and cast him into a form of Silver Plates? And for the poor Man, shall the Image-maker frame an Image of Timber, that he may have somwhat to set up also? And after this he cryeth out:
and cast him into a from of Silver Plataea? And for the poor Man, shall the Image-maker frame an Image of Timber, that he may have somewhat to Set up also? And After this he Cries out:
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and so forth, how by the Creation of the World, and the greatness of the Work, They might understand the Majesty of God, the Creator and Maker of all, to be greater than that it should be expressed,
and so forth, how by the Creation of the World, and the greatness of the Work, They might understand the Majesty of God, the Creator and Maker of all, to be greater than that it should be expressed,
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or set forth in any Image or bodily Similitude? And besides this Preaching, even in the Law of God, written with his own Finger, (as the Scripture speaketh,) and that in the first Table, and the beginning thereof, is this Doctrine aforesaid against Images, (not briefly touched,) but at large set forth and preached,
or Set forth in any Image or bodily Similitude? And beside this Preaching, even in the Law of God, written with his own Finger, (as the Scripture speaks,) and that in the First Table, and the beginning thereof, is this Doctrine aforesaid against Images, (not briefly touched,) but At large Set forth and preached,
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or respect of Reward, have diminished and dishonored the high Majesty of the Living God, by the baseness and vileness of sundry and divers Images of dead Stocks, Stones and Metals.
or respect of Reward, have diminished and dishonoured the high Majesty of the Living God, by the baseness and vileness of sundry and diverse Images of dead Stocks, Stones and Metals.
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And as the Majesty of God, whom we have left, forsaken, and dishonoured; and therefore the greatness of our Sin and Offence against his Majesty cannot be expressed:
And as the Majesty of God, whom we have left, forsaken, and dishonoured; and Therefore the greatness of our since and Offence against his Majesty cannot be expressed:
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Psalm 115. and 134. Isaiah 40. and 44. Ezekiel the 6th. Wisdom 13, 14.15. Baruch 6. The which places, as I exhort you often and diligently to read, so are they too long at this present to be rehearsed in an Homily.
Psalm 115. and 134. Isaiah 40. and 44. Ezekielem the 6th. Wisdom 13, 14.15. baruch 6. The which places, as I exhort you often and diligently to read, so Are they too long At this present to be rehearsed in an Homily.
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First, that they be made but of small pieces of Wood, Stone, or Metal, and therefore they cannot be any similitudes of the great Majesty of God, whose Seat is Heaven, and the Earth his Footstool.
First, that they be made but of small Pieces of Wood, Stone, or Metal, and Therefore they cannot be any Similitudes of the great Majesty of God, whose Seat is Heaven, and the Earth his Footstool.
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Secondly, that they be dead, have Eyes, and see not, Hands, and feel not, Feet, and cannot go, &c. and therefore they cannot be fit Similitudes of the living God.
Secondly, that they be dead, have Eyes, and see not, Hands, and feel not, Feet, and cannot go, etc. and Therefore they cannot be fit Similitudes of the living God.
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And as concerning Images already set up, thus saith the Lord in Deuteronomy: Overturn their Altars, and break them to pieces, cut down their Groves, burn their Images;
And as Concerning Images already Set up, thus Says the Lord in Deuteronomy: Overturn their Altars, and break them to Pieces, Cut down their Groves, burn their Images;
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But lest any private persons, upon colour of destroying Images, should make any stir or disturbance in the Commonwealth, it must always be remembred, that the redress of such publick Enormities pertaineth to the Magistrates,
But lest any private Persons, upon colour of destroying Images, should make any stir or disturbance in the Commonwealth, it must always be remembered, that the redress of such public Enormities pertaineth to the Magistrates,
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and therefore the good Kings of Juda, Asa, Ezechias, Josaphat, and Josias, are highly commended for the breaking down and destroying of the Altars, Idols, and Images.
and Therefore the good Kings of Juda, Asa, Hezekiah, Josaphat, and Josiah, Are highly commended for the breaking down and destroying of the Altars, Idols, and Images.
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And contrariwise, Jeroboam, Achab, Joas, and other Princes, which either set up, or suffered such Altars or Images undestroyed, are by the word of God reported to have done evil before the Lord.
And contrariwise, Jeroboam, Ahab, Joash, and other Princes, which either Set up, or suffered such Altars or Images undestroyed, Are by the word of God reported to have done evil before the Lord.
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The Lord himself threatneth in the first Chapter of the Book of Numbers, and by his Holy Prophets Ezekiel, Micheas, and Abakuk, that he will come himself and pull them down.
The Lord himself threatens in the First Chapter of the Book of Numbers, and by his Holy prophets Ezekielem, Micheas, and Habakkuk, that he will come himself and pull them down.
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and break down your Images, your slain Men will I lay before your gods, and the dead Carkasses of the Children of Israel will I cast before their Idols, your bones will I strew round about your Altars, and dwelling places:
and break down your Images, your slave Men will I lay before your God's, and the dead Carcases of the Children of Israel will I cast before their Idols, your bones will I strew round about your Altars, and Dwelling places:
your Cities shall be desolate, the hill Chappels laid waste, your Altars destroyed and broken, your gods cast down and taken away, your Temples laid even with the ground, your own works clean rooted out, your slain shall lye amongst you, that ye may learn to know how that I am the Lord, and so forth to the Chapters end, worthy with diligence to be read:
your Cities shall be desolate, the hill Chapels laid waste, your Altars destroyed and broken, your God's cast down and taken away, your Temples laid even with the ground, your own works clean rooted out, your slave shall lie among you, that you may Learn to know how that I am the Lord, and so forth to the Chapters end, worthy with diligence to be read:
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or maintainers of them, might engender any fear in our Hearts, we would once leave and forsake this wickedness, being in the Lord's sight so great an offence and abomination.
or maintainers of them, might engender any Fear in our Hearts, we would once leave and forsake this wickedness, being in the Lord's sighed so great an offence and abomination.
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You will say, peradventure, these things pertain to the Jews, what have we to do with them? Indeed they pertain no less to us Christians, than to them.
You will say, Peradventure, these things pertain to the jews, what have we to do with them? Indeed they pertain no less to us Christians, than to them.
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For if we be the people of God, how can the Word and Law of God not appertain to us? St. Paul alledging one Text out of the old Testament concludeth generally for other Scriptures of the old Testament as well as that, saying, Whatsoever is written before (meaning in the Old Testament,) is written for our instruction:
For if we be the people of God, how can the Word and Law of God not appertain to us? Saint Paul alleging one Text out of the old Testament Concludeth generally for other Scriptures of the old Testament as well as that, saying, Whatsoever is written before (meaning in the Old Testament,) is written for our instruction:
Which Sentence is most specially true of such writings of the Old Testament, as contain the immutable Law and Ordinances of God, in no age or time to be altered;
Which Sentence is most specially true of such writings of the Old Testament, as contain the immutable Law and Ordinances of God, in no age or time to be altered;
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Namely in these places, the 14, and 17 of the Acts of the Apostles, the 11 to the Romans, and the First Epistle to the Corinthians, the Twelfth Chapter, to the Galatians, the 4th and the 1st to the Thessalonians, the First Chapter.
Namely in these places, the 14, and 17 of the Acts of the Apostles, the 11 to the Roman, and the First Epistle to the Corinthians, the Twelfth Chapter, to the Galatians, the 4th and the 1st to the Thessalonians, the First Chapter.
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And likewise the said Idols, Images, and Worshipping of them, are in the Scriptures of the New Testament by the Spirit of God much abhorred and detested,
And likewise the said Idols, Images, and Worshipping of them, Are in the Scriptures of the New Testament by the Spirit of God much abhorred and detested,
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as in the seventh, and Fifteenth of the Acts of the Apostles, the First to the Romans, where is set forth the horrible plague of Idolaters, given over by God unto a reprobate Sense to work all wickedness and abominations not to be spoken,
as in the seventh, and Fifteenth of the Acts of the Apostles, the First to the Roman, where is Set forth the horrible plague of Idolaters, given over by God unto a Reprobate Sense to work all wickedness and abominations not to be spoken,
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In the first Epistle to the Corinthians, the Fifth Chapter, we are forbidden once to keep Company, or to eat and drink with such as be called Brethren or Christians, that do Worship Images.
In the First Epistle to the Corinthians, the Fifth Chapter, we Are forbidden once to keep Company, or to eat and drink with such as be called Brothers or Christians, that do Worship Images.
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In the Fifth to the Galatians, the Worshipping of Images is numbred amongst the Works of the Flesh: And in the First to the Corinthians, the Tenth, it is called the service of Devils, and that such as use it shall be destroyed.
In the Fifth to the Galatians, the Worshipping of Images is numbered among the Works of the Flesh: And in the First to the Corinthians, the Tenth, it is called the service of Devils, and that such as use it shall be destroyed.
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And in the Sixth Chapter of the said Epistle, and the Fifth to the Galatians, is denounced, that such Image-Worshippers shall never come into the inheritance of the Kingdom of Heaven.
And in the Sixth Chapter of the said Epistle, and the Fifth to the Galatians, is denounced, that such Image worshipers shall never come into the inheritance of the Kingdom of Heaven.
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if we care for Health, and fear Destruction, if we regard the Kingdom of God, and Life Everlasting, and dread the Wrath of God, and Everlasting Damnation.
if we care for Health, and Fear Destruction, if we regard the Kingdom of God, and Life Everlasting, and dread the Wrath of God, and Everlasting Damnation.
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as Saint Paul teacheth, in the Second to the Corinthians, the Sixth Chapter, affirming expresly that there can be no more consent or agreement between the Temple of God (which all true Christians be,) and Images, than between Righteousness and Ʋnrighteousness, between Light and Darkness, between the Faithful and the Ʋnfaithful,
as Saint Paul Teaches, in the Second to the Corinthians, the Sixth Chapter, affirming expressly that there can be no more consent or agreement between the Temple of God (which all true Christians be,) and Images, than between Righteousness and Ʋnrighteousness, between Light and Darkness, between the Faithful and the Ʋnfaithful,
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And whereas all Godly Men did ever abhor that any Kneeling and Worshipping or Offering should be used to themselves when they were alive (for that it was the Honour due to God only, ) as appeareth in the Acts of the Apostles by Saint Peter forbidding it to Cornelius, and by Saint Paul and Barnabas forbidding the same to the Citizens in Lystra: Yet we like Mad Men fall down before the dead Idols or Images of Peter and Paul, and give that Honour to Stocks and Stones, which they thought abominable to be given to themselves being alive.
And whereas all Godly Men did ever abhor that any Kneeling and Worshipping or Offering should be used to themselves when they were alive (for that it was the Honour due to God only,) as appears in the Acts of the Apostles by Saint Peter forbidding it to Cornelius, and by Saint Paul and Barnabas forbidding the same to the Citizens in Lystra: Yet we like Mad Men fallen down before the dead Idols or Images of Peter and Paul, and give that Honour to Stocks and Stones, which they Thought abominable to be given to themselves being alive.
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But we by not Worshipping and serving God alone, (as the Scriptures teach us,) and by Worshipping of Images, contrary to the Scriptures, pluck Satan to us,
But we by not Worshipping and serving God alone, (as the Scriptures teach us,) and by Worshipping of Images, contrary to the Scriptures, pluck Satan to us,
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and withal to make us the Enemies of God, and his own Suppliants and Slaves, and in the end to procure us for a Reward, Everlasting Destruction and Damnation.
and withal to make us the Enemies of God, and his own Suppliants and Slaves, and in the end to procure us for a Reward, Everlasting Destruction and Damnation.
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and follow the Doctrine and Example of our Saviour and Master Christ, repelling Satans Suggestion to Idolatry and Worshipping of Images, according to the Truth alledged and taught out of the Testament and Gospel of our said Heavenly Doctor and Schoolmaster Jesus Christ, who is God to be blessed for ever. Amen.
and follow the Doctrine and Exampl of our Saviour and Master christ, repelling Satan Suggestion to Idolatry and Worshipping of Images, according to the Truth alleged and taught out of the Testament and Gospel of our said Heavenly Doctor and Schoolmaster jesus christ, who is God to be blessed for ever. Amen.
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Now although our Saviour Christ taketh not, or needeth, not any Testimony of Men, and that which is once confirmed by the certainty of his Eternal Truth hath no more need of the Confirmation of Man's Doctrine and Writings,
Now although our Saviour christ Takes not, or needs, not any Testimony of Men, and that which is once confirmed by the certainty of his Eternal Truth hath no more need of the Confirmation of Man's Doctrine and Writings,
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Yet for your further content, it shall in this Second Part be declared, (as in the beginning of the First Part was promised,) that this Truth and Doctrine concerning the forbidding of Images and Worshipping of them, taken out of the Holy Scriptures,
Yet for your further content, it shall in this Second Part be declared, (as in the beginning of the First Part was promised,) that this Truth and Doctrine Concerning the forbidding of Images and Worshipping of them, taken out of the Holy Scriptures,
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Tertullian, a most ancient Writer and Doctor of the Church, who lived about One Hundred and Threescore years after the Death of our Saviour Christ, both in sundry other places of his Works,
Tertullian, a most ancient Writer and Doctor of the Church, who lived about One Hundred and Threescore Years After the Death of our Saviour christ, both in sundry other places of his Works,
and specially in his Book Written against The manner of Crowning, and in another little Treatise, Entituled, Of the Souldiers Crown or Garland, doth most sharply and vehemently write and inveigh against Images or Idols.
and specially in his Book Written against The manner of Crowning, and in Another little Treatise, Entitled, Of the Soldiers Crown or Garland, does most sharply and vehemently write and inveigh against Images or Idols.
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And upon Saint John 's words, the First Epistle and Fifth Chapter, saith thus, Saint John (saith he,) deeply considering the matter, saith, My little Children, keep yourselves from Images or Idols.
And upon Saint John is words, the First Epistle and Fifth Chapter, Says thus, Saint John (Says he,) deeply considering the matter, Says, My little Children, keep yourselves from Images or Idols.
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yea, shrine them even over the Lords Table, even as it were of purpose to the Worshipping and Honouring of them, take good heed either to Saint John 's Counsel,
yea, shrine them even over the lords Table, even as it were of purpose to the Worshipping and Honouring of them, take good heed either to Saint John is Counsel,
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If it be by the matter of an Image, then there needeth no shape or form, seeing that God hath appeared in all material Creatures which do testifie his Glory.
If it be by the matter of an Image, then there needs no shape or from, seeing that God hath appeared in all material Creatures which do testify his Glory.
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Now if they say, he is known by the form or fashion, Is he not better to be known by the living things themselves, whose fashions the Images express? For of surety, the glory of God should be more evidently known,
Now if they say, he is known by the from or fashion, Is he not better to be known by the living things themselves, whose fashions the Images express? For of surety, the glory of God should be more evidently known,
For many, yea, almost all (alas for Sorrow,) are fallen unto such folly, that they have given the Glory of Deity or Godhead, to things without Sense or Feeling.
For many, yea, almost all (alas for Sorrow,) Are fallen unto such folly, that they have given the Glory of Deity or Godhead, to things without Sense or Feeling.
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Epiphanius, Bishop of Salamine in Cyprus, a very Holy and Learned Man, who lived in Theodosius the Emperors time, about Three Hundred and Ninety years after our Saviour Christs Ascension, writeth thus, to John Patriarch of Jerusalem; I entred (saith Epiphanius, ) into a certain Church to pray, I found there a Linen Cloth hanging in the Church Door, Painted,
Epiphanius, Bishop of Salamine in Cyprus, a very Holy and Learned Man, who lived in Theodosius the Emperor's time, about Three Hundred and Ninety Years After our Saviour Christ Ascension, Writeth thus, to John Patriarch of Jerusalem; I entered (Says Epiphanius,) into a certain Church to pray, I found there a Linen Cloth hanging in the Church Door, Painted,
and having in it the Image of Christ, as it were, or of some other Saint (for I remember not well whose Image it was,) therefore when I did see the Image of a Man hanging in the Church of Christ, contrary to the Authority of the S•••ptures, I did tear it,
and having in it the Image of christ, as it were, or of Some other Saint (for I Remember not well whose Image it was,) Therefore when I did see the Image of a Man hanging in the Church of christ, contrary to the authority of the S•••ptures, I did tear it,
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And 〈 … 〉 same Epiphanius sending another 〈 … 〉, for that Painted one which 〈 ◊ 〉 •ad 〈 … 〉 said Patriarch, writeth thus, I pray you 〈 … 〉 Elders of that place to receive this Cloth which 〈 … 〉 sent by this bearer,
And 〈 … 〉 same Epiphanius sending Another 〈 … 〉, for that Painted one which 〈 ◊ 〉 •ad 〈 … 〉 said Patriarch, Writeth thus, I pray you 〈 … 〉 Elders of that place to receive this Cloth which 〈 … 〉 sent by this bearer,
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and therefore did Translate this Epistle, as a Writing of Authority, hear what a Testimony the said Saint Jerome giveth him in another place, in his Treatise against the Errours of John Bishop of Jerusalem, where he hath these words:
and Therefore did Translate this Epistle, as a Writing of authority, hear what a Testimony the said Saint Jerome gives him in Another place, in his Treatise against the Errors of John Bishop of Jerusalem, where he hath these words:
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And shortly after in the same Treatise, saith Saint Jerome, Bishop Epiphanius was ever of so great Veneration and Estimation, that Valens the Emperor, who was a great Persecutor, did not once touch him.
And shortly After in the same Treatise, Says Saint Jerome, Bishop Epiphanius was ever of so great Veneration and Estimation, that Valens the Emperor, who was a great Persecutor, did not once touch him.
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For Hereticks, being Princes, thought it their shame if they should persecute such a notable Man. And in the Tripartite Ecclesiastical History, the Ninth Book,
For Heretics, being Princes, Thought it their shame if they should persecute such a notable Man. And in the Tripartite Ecclesiastical History, the Ninth Book,
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and Forty Eighth Chapter, is testified, That Epiphanius being yet alive, did work Miracles, and that after his Death, Devils, being expelled at his Grave or Tomb, did roar.
and Forty Eighth Chapter, is testified, That Epiphanius being yet alive, did work Miracles, and that After his Death, Devils, being expelled At his Grave or Tomb, did roar.
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Thus you see what Authority Saint Jerome, and that most ancient History, give unto the Holy and Learned Bishop Epiphanius, whose judgment of Images in Churches and Temples,
Thus you see what authority Saint Jerome, and that most ancient History, give unto the Holy and Learned Bishop Epiphanius, whose judgement of Images in Churches and Temples,
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and exhorted that a Corse should be wrapped and buried in it, judging it meet for nothing but to rot in the Earth, following herein the Example of the good King Ezechias, who brake the brasen Serpent to pieces,
and exhorted that a Corpse should be wrapped and buried in it, judging it meet for nothing but to rot in the Earth, following herein the Exampl of the good King Hezekiah, who brake the brazen Serpent to Pieces,
Now whereas neither S. Jerome, who did translate the same Epistle, nor the Authors of that most ancient History Ecclesiastical Tripartite, (who do most highly commend Epiphanius, as is aforesaid,) nor any other godly or learned Bishop at that time,
Now whereas neither S. Jerome, who did translate the same Epistle, nor the Authors of that most ancient History Ecclesiastical Tripartite, (who do most highly commend Epiphanius, as is aforesaid,) nor any other godly or learned Bishop At that time,
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It is an evident proof, that in those days, which were about four hundred years after our Saviour Christ, there were no Images publickly used and received in the Church of Christ, which was then much less corrupt,
It is an evident proof, that in those days, which were about four hundred Years After our Saviour christ, there were no Images publicly used and received in the Church of christ, which was then much less corrupt,
when they spyed them, removed them away, as unlawful and contrary to Christian Religion, as did here Epiphanius, to whose Judgment you have not only Saint Jerome, the Translator of his Epistle,
when they spied them, removed them away, as unlawful and contrary to Christian Religion, as did Here Epiphanius, to whose Judgement you have not only Saint Jerome, the Translator of his Epistle,
This is written the more largely of Epiphanius, for that our Image-maintainers now adays, seeing themselves so pressed with this most plain and earnest act and writing of Epiphanius, a Bishop and Doctor of such Antiquity and Authority, labour by all means, (but in vain against the Truth,) either to prove, that this Epistle was neither of Epiphanius 's Writing, nor Saint Jerome 's Translation:
This is written the more largely of Epiphanius, for that our Image-maintainers now adais, seeing themselves so pressed with this most plain and earnest act and writing of Epiphanius, a Bishop and Doctor of such Antiquity and authority, labour by all means, (but in vain against the Truth,) either to prove, that this Epistle was neither of Epiphanius is Writing, nor Saint Jerome is translation:
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an Enemy to Images, which be Gods Enemies, converted to Christs Religion, then likewise followeth it, that no Sentence in the Old Doctors and Fathers, sounding for Images, ought to be of any Authority,
an Enemy to Images, which be God's Enemies, converted to Christ Religion, then likewise follows it, that no Sentence in the Old Doctors and Father's, sounding for Images, ought to be of any authority,
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for that in the Primitive Church, the most part of Learned Writers, as Tertullian, Cyprian, Ambrose, Austin, and infinite others more, were, of Gentiles, (which be Favourers and Worshippers of Images,) converted to the Christian Faith,
for that in the Primitive Church, the most part of Learned Writers, as Tertullian, Cyprian, Ambrose, Austin, and infinite Others more, were, of Gentiles, (which be Favourers and Worshippers of Images,) converted to the Christian Faith,
And much more doth it follow, that the opinion of all the Rablement of the Popish Church, maintaining Images, ought to be esteemed of small or no Authority,
And much more does it follow, that the opinion of all the Rabblement of the Popish Church, maintaining Images, ought to be esteemed of small or no authority,
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They thought it had been an Heathenish Errour and Vanity of the Wicked, to have Worshipped the Cross itself which was embrued with our Saviour Christs own precious Blood.
They Thought it had been an Heathenish Error and Vanity of the Wicked, to have Worshipped the Cross itself which was embrued with our Saviour Christ own precious Blood.
The same Saint Augustine teacheth in the Twelfth Book of the City of God, the Tenth Chapter, That neither Temples or Churches ought to be builded or made for Martyrs or Saints, but to God alone:
The same Saint Augustine Teaches in the Twelfth Book of the city of God, the Tenth Chapter, That neither Temples or Churches ought to be built or made for Martyrs or Saints, but to God alone:
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I know that many be Worshippers of Tombs and Pictures, I know that there be many that Banquet most riotously over the Graves of the Dead, and giving Meat to Dead Carkasses, do bury themselves upon the buried,
I know that many be Worshippers of Tombs and Pictures, I know that there be many that Banquet most riotously over the Graves of the Dead, and giving Meat to Dead Carcases, do bury themselves upon the buried,
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Wherefore then doth the Holy Ghost so often admonish us of that which all Men know? Whereunto Saint Augustine himself answereth thus? For (saith he, ) when Images are placed in Temples,
Wherefore then does the Holy Ghost so often admonish us of that which all Men know? Whereunto Saint Augustine himself Answers thus? For (Says he,) when Images Are placed in Temples,
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Wherefore we shall hold ourselves contented with these few at this present. Now as concerning Histories Ecclesiastical, touching this matter, that ye may know why and when,
Wherefore we shall hold ourselves contented with these few At this present. Now as Concerning Histories Ecclesiastical, touching this matter, that you may know why and when,
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but in conclusion Worshipped also, and how the same was gain said, resisted, and forbidden, as well by godly Bishops and Learned Doctors, as also by sundry Christian Princes.
but in conclusion Worshipped also, and how the same was gain said, resisted, and forbidden, as well by godly Bishops and Learned Doctors, as also by sundry Christian Princes.
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I will briefly collect into a Compen•••s History, that which is at large, and ••••ssari•y places Written by divers ancient Writers and Historiographers concerning this matter.
I will briefly collect into a Compen•••s History, that which is At large, and ••••ssari•y places Written by diverse ancient Writers and Historiographers Concerning this matter.
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As the Jews, having a most plain and express Commandment of God, that they should neither make nor Worship any Image (as it is at large before declared,) did notwithstanding, by the Example of the Gentiles or Heathen People that dwelt about them, fall to the Making of Images,
As the jews, having a most plain and express Commandment of God, that they should neither make nor Worship any Image (as it is At large before declared,) did notwithstanding, by the Exampl of the Gentiles or Heathen People that dwelled about them, fallen to the Making of Images,
and Worshipping of them, and so to the committing of most abominable Idolatry, for the which God by his Holy Prophets doth most sharply reprove and threaten them,
and Worshipping of them, and so to the committing of most abominable Idolatry, for the which God by his Holy prophets does most sharply reprove and threaten them,
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and afterward did accomplish his said threatnings by extream punishing of them, (as is also above specified:) Even so some of the Christians in old time, which were converted, from Worshipping of Idols and false Gods,
and afterwards did accomplish his said threatenings by extreme punishing of them, (as is also above specified:) Even so Some of the Christians in old time, which were converted, from Worshipping of Idols and false God's,
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unto the true living God, and to our Saviour Jesus Christ, did of a certain blind zeal (as Men long accustomed to Images,) Paint or Carve Images of our Saviour Christ, his Mother Mary, and of the Apostles, thinking that this was a point of Gratitude and Kindness towards those, by whom they had received the true knowledge of God,
unto the true living God, and to our Saviour jesus christ, did of a certain blind zeal (as Men long accustomed to Images,) Paint or Carve Images of our Saviour christ, his Mother Marry, and of the Apostles, thinking that this was a point of Gratitude and Kindness towards those, by whom they had received the true knowledge of God,
And lest you should think that I do say this of mine own Head only, without Authority, I alledge for me Eusebius Bishop of Caesarea, and the most Ancient Author of the Ecclesiastical History, who lived about the Three Hundred and Thirtieth year of our Lord in Constantius Magnus his days,
And lest you should think that I do say this of mine own Head only, without authority, I allege for me Eusebius Bishop of Caesarea, and the most Ancient Author of the Ecclesiastical History, who lived about the Three Hundred and Thirtieth year of our Lord in Constantius Magnus his days,
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and Saint Jerome upon the Tenth Chapter of the Prophet Jeremiah, who both expresly say, That the Errours of Images (for so Saint Jerome calleth it,) have come in and passed to the Christians from the Gentiles, by an Heathenish Use and Custom.
and Saint Jerome upon the Tenth Chapter of the Prophet Jeremiah, who both expressly say, That the Errors of Images (for so Saint Jerome calls it,) have come in and passed to the Christians from the Gentiles, by an Heathenish Use and Custom.
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when they were converted to Christ, would have brought in their Circumcision (whereunto they were so long accustomed,) with them, into Christs Religion.
when they were converted to christ, would have brought in their Circumcision (whereunto they were so long accustomed,) with them, into Christ Religion.
But afterwards they crept out of private Houses into Churches, and so bred first Superstition, and last of all Idolatry amongst Christians, as hereafter shall appear.
But afterwards they crept out of private Houses into Churches, and so bred First Superstition, and last of all Idolatry among Christians, as hereafter shall appear.
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and used to banquet there sumptuously, Pontius Paulinus Bishop of Nola, caused the Walls of the Temple to be painted with Stories taken out of the Old Testament, that the People, beholding and considering those Pictures, might the better abstain from too much surfeiting and riot.
and used to banquet there sumptuously, Pontius Paulinus Bishop of Nola, caused the Walls of the Temple to be painted with Stories taken out of the Old Testament, that the People, beholding and considering those Pictures, might the better abstain from too much surfeiting and riot.
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And about the same time Aurelius Prudentius, a very learned and Christian Poet, declareth how he did see painted in a Church, the History of the Passion of S. Cassian, a Schoolmaster and Martyr, whom his own Scholars, at the Commandment of the Tyrant, tormented with the pricking or stabbing in of their Pointels,
And about the same time Aurelius Prudentius, a very learned and Christian Poet, Declareth how he did see painted in a Church, the History of the Passion of S. Cassian, a Schoolmaster and Martyr, whom his own Scholars, At the Commandment of the Tyrant, tormented with the pricking or stabbing in of their Pointels,
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And these were the first Paintings in Churches that were notable of Antiquity. And so by this example came in Painting, and afterward Images of Timber and Stone,
And these were the First Paintings in Churches that were notable of Antiquity. And so by this Exampl Come in Painting, and afterwards Images of Timber and Stone,
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or in a Window, as an embossed and gilt Image, set with Pearl and Stone. And a process of a Story, painted with the Gestures and Actions of many Persons,
or in a Window, as an embossed and gilded Image, Set with Pearl and Stone. And a process of a Story, painted with the Gestures and Actions of many Persons,
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Which when godly Men (as well Emperors and learned Bishops, as others,) perceived, they commanded that such Pictures, Images or Idols, should be used no more.
Which when godly Men (as well Emperor's and learned Bishops, as Others,) perceived, they commanded that such Pictures, Images or Idols, should be used no more.
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And I will for a Declaration thereof, begin with the Decree of the ancient Christian Emperors, Valens and Theodosius the second, who reigned about four hundred years after our Saviour Christ's Ascension, who forbad that any Images should be made or painted privately:
And I will for a Declaration thereof, begin with the decree of the ancient Christian Emperor's, Valens and Theodosius the second, who reigned about four hundred Years After our Saviour Christ's Ascension, who forbade that any Images should be made or painted privately:
This Decree is written in the Books named Libri Augustales, the Imperial Books, gathered by Tribonianus, Basilides, Theophilus, Dioscorus, and Satira, Men of great Authority and Learning, at the Commandment of the Emperor Justinian, and is alledged by Petrus Crinitus, a notable learned Man, in the Ninth Book and Ninth Chapter of his Work, intituled, De honesta Disciplina, that is to say, Of honest Learning.
This decree is written in the Books nam Libri Augustales, the Imperial Books, gathered by Tribonianus, Basilides, Theophilus, Dioscorus, and Satire, Men of great authority and Learning, At the Commandment of the Emperor Justinian, and is alleged by Peter Crinitus, a notable learned Man, in the Ninth Book and Ninth Chapter of his Work, entitled, De Honesta Discipline, that is to say, Of honest Learning.
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and before these godly Emperors reigned, there were no Images publickly in Churches or Temples. How would the Idolaters glory, if they had so much Antiquity and Authority for them,
and before these godly Emperor's reigned, there were no Images publicly in Churches or Temples. How would the Idolaters glory, if they had so much Antiquity and authority for them,
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Now shortly after these days, the Goths, Vandals, Huns, and other barbarous and wicked Nations, burst into Italy, and all parts of the West Countries of Europe, with huge and mighty Armies, spoiled all places, destroyed Cities,
Now shortly After these days, the Gothis, Vandals, Huns, and other barbarous and wicked nations, burst into Italy, and all parts of the West Countries of Europe, with huge and mighty Armies, spoiled all places, destroyed Cities,
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And so the Bishops of those later days, being of less Learning, and in the midst of the Wars, taking less heed also than did the Bishops afore, by ignorance of Gods Word,
And so the Bishops of those later days, being of less Learning, and in the midst of the Wars, taking less heed also than did the Bishops afore, by ignorance of God's Word,
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and negligence of Bishops, and especially barbarous Princes, not rightly instructed in true Religion, bearing the Rule, Images came into the Church of Christ in the said West parts, where these barbarous People ruled, not now in painted Cloth only,
and negligence of Bishops, and especially barbarous Princes, not rightly instructed in true Religion, bearing the Rule, Images Come into the Church of christ in the said West parts, where these barbarous People ruled, not now in painted Cloth only,
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And therefore Serenus, Bishop of Massile, the head Town of Gallia Narbonensis, (now called the Province,) a godly and learned Man, who was about six hundred years after our Saviour Christ, seeing the People, by occasion of Images, fall to most abominable Idolatry, brake to pieces all the Images of Christ and Saints which were in that City,
And Therefore Serenus, Bishop of Missile, the head Town of Gallia Narbonne, (now called the Province,) a godly and learned Man, who was about six hundred Years After our Saviour christ, seeing the People, by occasion of Images, fallen to most abominable Idolatry, brake to Pieces all the Images of christ and Saints which were in that city,
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and was therefore complained upon to Gregory the first of that Name, Bishop of Rome, who was the first learned Bishop that did allow the open having of Images in Churches, that can be known by any Writing or History of Antiquity.
and was Therefore complained upon to Gregory the First of that Name, Bishop of Rome, who was the First learned Bishop that did allow the open having of Images in Churches, that can be known by any Writing or History of Antiquity.
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For that which Scripture is to them that read, the same doth Picture perform unto Idiots, or the unlearned beholding, and so forth. And after a few words;
For that which Scripture is to them that read, the same does Picture perform unto Idiots, or the unlearned beholding, and so forth. And After a few words;
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And a little after, " Thus thou shouldst have said, If you will have Images in the Church for that instruction wherefore they were made in old time, I do permit that they may be made,
And a little After, " Thus thou Shouldst have said, If you will have Images in the Church for that instruction Wherefore they were made in old time, I do permit that they may be made,
By these Sentences taken here and there out of Gregory 's Epistle to Serenus, (for it were too long to rehearse the whole,) ye may understand whereunto the matter was now come six hundred years after Christ:
By these Sentences taken Here and there out of Gregory is Epistle to Serenus, (for it were too long to rehearse the Whole,) you may understand whereunto the matter was now come six hundred Years After christ:
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That the having of Images or Pictures, in the Churches, were then maintained in the West part of the World, (for they were not so forward yet in the East Church,) but the worshipping of them was utterly forbidden.
That the having of Images or Pictures, in the Churches, were then maintained in the West part of the World, (for they were not so forward yet in the East Church,) but the worshipping of them was utterly forbidden.
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It followeth, that Images should not be in the Church by his sentence, who only would they should be placed there, to the end that they might teach the ignorant.
It follows, that Images should not be in the Church by his sentence, who only would they should be placed there, to the end that they might teach the ignorant.
Wherefore, if it be declared that Images have been, and be worshipped, and also that they teach nothing but Errours and Lyes, (which shall, by God's Grace, hereafter be done,) I trust that then by Gregory 's own Determination, all Images and Image-worshippers shall be overthrown.
Wherefore, if it be declared that Images have been, and be worshipped, and also that they teach nothing but Errors and Lies, (which shall, by God's Grace, hereafter be done,) I trust that then by Gregory is own Determination, all Images and Image worshipers shall be overthrown.
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Now if Serenus his Judgment, thinking it meet that Images, whereunto Idolatry was committed, should be destroyed, had taken place, Idolatry had been overthrown:
Now if Serenus his Judgement, thinking it meet that Images, whereunto Idolatry was committed, should be destroyed, had taken place, Idolatry had been overthrown:
Next, By the Division of the Empire into two parts by the same occasion of Images, to the great weakening of all Christendom, whereby last of all, hath followed the utter overthrow of the Christian Religion and Noble Empire in Greece, and all the East parts of the World,
Next, By the Division of the Empire into two parts by the same occasion of Images, to the great weakening of all Christendom, whereby last of all, hath followed the utter overthrow of the Christian Religion and Noble Empire in Greece, and all the East parts of the World,
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and the increase of Mahomet 's false Religion, and the cruel Dominion and Tyranny of the Saracens and Turks, who do now hang over our Necks also that dwell in the West parts of the World, ready at all occasions to overrun us.
and the increase of Mahomet is false Religion, and the cruel Dominion and Tyranny of the Saracens and Turks, who do now hang over our Necks also that dwell in the West parts of the World, ready At all occasions to overrun us.
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But now give you ear a little to the process of the History, wherein I do much follow the Histories of Paulus Diaconus, and others joyned with Eutropius an old Writer.
But now give you ear a little to the process of the History, wherein I do much follow the Histories of Paulus Deacon, and Others joined with Eutropius an old Writer.
and did condemn Philippicus then Emperor, and John Bishop of Constantinople of the Heresie of the Monothelites, not without a cause indeed, but very justly.
and did condemn Philippicus then Emperor, and John Bishop of Constantinople of the Heresy of the Monothelites, not without a cause indeed, but very justly.
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When he had so done, by the consent of the learned about him, the said Constantine Bishop of Rome caused the Images of the ancient Fathers, which had been at those six Councils which were allowed and received of all Men, to be painted in the entry of Saint Peter 's Church at Rome. When the Greeks had knowledge hereof, they began to dispute and reason the matter of Images with the Latins, and held this Opinion, That Images could have no place in Christs Church,
When he had so done, by the consent of the learned about him, the said Constantine Bishop of Room caused the Images of the ancient Father's, which had been At those six Councils which were allowed and received of all Men, to be painted in the entry of Saint Peter is Church At Room. When the Greeks had knowledge hereof, they began to dispute and reason the matter of Images with the Latins, and held this Opinion, That Images could have no place in Christ Church,
When Gregorius, the Third of that Name, Bishop of Rome, heard of the Emperors doings in Greece concerning the Images, he assembled a Council of Italian Bishops against him,
When Gregorius, the Third of that Name, Bishop of Rome, herd of the Emperor's doings in Greece Concerning the Images, he assembled a Council of Italian Bishops against him,
He also assembled a Council of all the Learned Men and Bishops of Asia and Greece, although some Writers place this Council in Leo Isauricus, his Fathers later days.
He also assembled a Council of all the Learned Men and Bishops of Asia and Greece, although Some Writers place this Council in Leo Isauricus, his Father's later days.
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In this great Assembly they sate in Council from the Fourth of the Idus of February, to the sixth of the Idus of August, and made concerning the use of Images, this Decree.
In this great Assembly they sat in Council from the Fourth of the Ides of february, to the sixth of the Ides of August, and made Concerning the use of Images, this decree.
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And this Decree was executed in all places where any Images were found in Asia or Greece. And the Emperor sent the Determination of this Council holden at Constantinople, to Paul then Bishop of Rome, and commanded him to cast all Images out of the Churches:
And this decree was executed in all places where any Images were found in Asia or Greece. And the Emperor sent the Determination of this Council held At Constantinople, to Paul then Bishop of Rome, and commanded him to cast all Images out of the Churches:
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And both he and his Successor Stephanus the Third, (who assembled another Council in Italy for Images,) condemned the Emperor and the Council of Constantinople of Heresie,
And both he and his Successor Stephanus the Third, (who assembled Another Council in Italy for Images,) condemned the Emperor and the Council of Constantinople of Heresy,
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When Constantine was dead, Leo the Fourth his Son Reigned after him, who Married a Woman of the City of Athens, named Theodora, who also was called Irene, by whom he had a Son,
When Constantine was dead, Leo the Fourth his Son Reigned After him, who Married a Woman of the city of Athens, nam Theodora, who also was called Irene, by whom he had a Son,
and Governance of his young Son to his Wife Irene. These things were done in the Church about the year of our Lord 760. Note here I pray you in this process of the Story, that in the Churches of Asia and Greece, there were no Images publickly by the space of almost Seven Hundred years.
and Governance of his young Son to his Wife Irene. These things were done in the Church about the year of our Lord 760. Note Here I pray you in this process of the Story, that in the Churches of Asia and Greece, there were no Images publicly by the Molle of almost Seven Hundred Years.
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Note also, that when the Contention began about Images, how of Six Christian Emperors, who were the chief Magistrates by Gods Law to be obeyed, only one, which was Theodosius, who Reigned but one year, held with Images.
Note also, that when the Contention began about Images, how of Six Christian Emperor's, who were the chief Magistrates by God's Law to be obeyed, only one, which was Theodosius, who Reigned but one year, held with Images.
and that in assembled Councils, condemned them, besides the two Emperors before mentioned, Valens and Theodosius the Second, who were long before these times, who strictly forbad that any Images should be made.
and that in assembled Councils, condemned them, beside the two Emperor's before mentioned, Valens and Theodosius the Second, who were long before these times, who strictly forbade that any Images should be made.
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In the Nonage of Constantine the Sixth, the Empress Irene his Mother, in whose Hands the Regiment of the Empire remained, was governed much by the advice of Theodore Bishop,
In the Nonage of Constantine the Sixth, the Empress Irene his Mother, in whose Hands the Regiment of the Empire remained, was governed much by the Advice of Theodore Bishop,
and commanded it to be openly burned, and the Ashes to be thrown into the Sea. Which Example (as the constant report goeth,) had like to have been put in practice with Princes Corses in our days, had the Authority of the Holy Father continued but a little longer.
and commanded it to be openly burned, and the Ashes to be thrown into the Sea. Which Exampl (as the constant report Goes,) had like to have been put in practice with Princes Corpses in our days, had the authority of the Holy Father continued but a little longer.
when he was alive, had destroyed Images, and had taken away the sumptuous Ornaments of Churches, saying, That Christ, whose Temples they were, allowed Poverty,
when he was alive, had destroyed Images, and had taken away the sumptuous Ornament of Churches, saying, That christ, whose Temples they were, allowed Poverty,
Afterward the said Irene at the persuasion of Adrian Bishop of Rome, and Paul the Patriarch of Constantinople and his Successor Tharasius assembled a Council of the Bishops of Asia and Greece, at the City Nicea, where the Bishop of Rome 's Legates, being Presidents of the Council,
Afterwards the said Irene At the persuasion of Adrian Bishop of Rome, and Paul the Patriarch of Constantinople and his Successor Tharasius assembled a Council of the Bishops of Asia and Greece, At the city Nicea, where the Bishop of Room is Legates, being Presidents of the Council,
And a Decree was made, That Images should be put up in all the Churches of Greece, and that Honour and Worship also should be given unto the said Images.
And a decree was made, That Images should be put up in all the Churches of Greece, and that Honour and Worship also should be given unto the said Images.
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And so the Empress, sparing no diligence in setting up of Images, nor cost in decking them in all Churches, made Constantinople within a short time altogether like Rome itself.
And so the Empress, sparing no diligence in setting up of Images, nor cost in decking them in all Churches, made Constantinople within a short time altogether like Room itself.
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For now not only the Simple and Unwise, (unto whom Images, as the Scriptures teach, be specially a snare,) but the Bishops and Learned Men also, fall to Idolatry by occasion of Images,
For now not only the Simple and Unwise, (unto whom Images, as the Scriptures teach, be specially a snare,) but the Bishops and Learned Men also, fallen to Idolatry by occasion of Images,
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and Gregory the Third, Paul, and Leo the Third, Bishops of Rome, with this Council, Commanding and Decreeing that Images should be Worshipped, most evidently appeareth.
and Gregory the Third, Paul, and Leo the Third, Bishops of Room, with this Council, Commanding and Decreeing that Images should be Worshipped, most evidently appears.
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The Ambitious Woman, believing the same, deprived her Son of all Imperial Dignity, and compelled all the Men of War, with their Captains, to Swear to her that they would not suffer her Son Constantine to Reign during her Life.
The Ambitious Woman, believing the same, deprived her Son of all Imperial Dignity, and compelled all the Men of War, with their Captains, to Swear to her that they would not suffer her Son Constantine to Reign during her Life.
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and being brought up in true Religion in his Father's time, seeing the Superstition of his Mother Irene and the Idolatry committed by Images, cast down, brake,
and being brought up in true Religion in his Father's time, seeing the Superstition of his Mother Irene and the Idolatry committed by Images, cast down, brake,
And first, like a kind and loving Mother, put out both his Eyes, and laid him in Prison, where after long and many Torments she at the last most cruelly slew him.
And First, like a kind and loving Mother, put out both his Eyes, and laid him in Prison, where After long and many Torments she At the last most cruelly slew him.
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and that all Men said, that for the horribleness of that cruel and unnatural Fact of Irene, and the putting out of the Emperor's Eyes, the Sun had lost his light.
and that all Men said, that for the horribleness of that cruel and unnatural Fact of Irene, and the putting out of the Emperor's Eyes, the Sun had lost his Light.
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But indeed, God would signifie by the darkness of the Sun, into what darkness and blindness of Ignorance and Idolatry, Christendom should fall by the occasion of Images.
But indeed, God would signify by the darkness of the Sun, into what darkness and blindness of Ignorance and Idolatry, Christendom should fallen by the occasion of Images.
than this Irene, whose Ambition and desire of Rule was insatiable, whose Treason, continually studied and wrought, was most abominable, whose wicked and unnatural cruelty passed M•dea and Progne, whose detestable Parricides have ministred matter to Poets, to write their horrible Tragedies.
than this Irene, whose Ambition and desire of Rule was insatiable, whose Treason, continually studied and wrought, was most abominable, whose wicked and unnatural cruelty passed M•dea and Progne, whose detestable Parricides have ministered matter to Poets, to write their horrible Tragedies.
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And yet certain Historiographers, who do put in writing all these her horrible Wickednesses, for love they had to Images, which she maintained, do praise her as a Godly Empress, and as sent from God.
And yet certain Historiographers, who do put in writing all these her horrible Wickednesses, for love they had to Images, which she maintained, do praise her as a Godly Empress, and as sent from God.
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Such is the blindness of false Superstition, if it once take Possession in a Man's Mind, that it will both declare the Vices of wicked Princes, and also commend them.
Such is the blindness of false Superstition, if it once take Possession in a Man's Mind, that it will both declare the Vices of wicked Princes, and also commend them.
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But not long after, the said Irene being suspected, to the Princes and Lords of Greece, of Treason, in alienating the Empire to Charles King of the Francons, and for practising a secret Marriage between herself and the said King,
But not long After, the said Irene being suspected, to the Princes and lords of Greece, of Treason, in alienating the Empire to Charles King of the Francis, and for practising a secret Marriage between herself and thee said King,
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We think, that Pictures ought not to be in Churches, lest that which is honored or worshipped be painted on Walls. And in the xlj. Canon of that Council, it is thus writtten;
We think, that Pictures ought not to be in Churches, lest that which is honoured or worshipped be painted on Walls. And in the xlj. Canon of that Council, it is thus written;
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Note here, I pray you, how a whole and great Country in the West and South Parts of Europe, nearer to Rome a great deal than to Greece in scituation of place, do agree with the Greeks against Images,
Note Here, I pray you, how a Whole and great Country in the West and South Parts of Europe, nearer to Room a great deal than to Greece in situation of place, do agree with the Greeks against Images,
And another Council of the learned Men of all Spain also, called Concilium Toletanum Duodecimum, decreed and determined likewise against Images and Image-worshippers.
And Another Council of the learned Men of all Spain also, called Concilium Toletanum Duodecimum, decreed and determined likewise against Images and Image worshipers.
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But when these Decrees of the Spanish Council at Eliberi came to the knowledg of the Bishop of Rome and his Adherents, they, fearing lest all Germany also would decree against Images and forsake them, thought to prevent the matter,
But when these Decrees of the Spanish Council At Eliberi Come to the knowledge of the Bishop of Room and his Adherents, they, fearing lest all Germany also would Decree against Images and forsake them, Thought to prevent the matter,
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and by the consent and help of the Prince of Francons, (whose Power was then most great in the West Parts of the World,) assembled a Council of Germans at Frankford, and there procured the Spanish Council against Images aforementioned to be condemned by the Name of the Foelician Heresie, (for that Foelix Bishop of Aquitania was chief in that Council,) and obtained that the Acts of the second Nicone Council, assembled by Irene, (the holy Empress whom ye heard of before,) and the sentence of the Bishop of Rome for Images, might be received.
and by the consent and help of the Prince of Francis, (whose Power was then most great in the West Parts of the World,) assembled a Council of Germanes At Frankford, and there procured the Spanish Council against Images aforementioned to be condemned by the Name of the Foelician Heresy, (for that Felix Bishop of Aquitania was chief in that Council,) and obtained that the Acts of the second Nicene Council, assembled by Irene, (the holy Empress whom you herd of before,) and the sentence of the Bishop of Room for Images, might be received.
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and calleth it an arrogant, foolish, and ungodly Council, and declareth the assembly of the Council of Frankford, to have been directly made and gathered against the Nicene Council,
and calls it an arrogant, foolish, and ungodly Council, and Declareth the assembly of the Council of Frankford, to have been directly made and gathered against the Nicene Council,
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So that it must needs follow, that either there were in one Princes time two Councils assembled at Frankford, one contrary to the other, which by no History doth appear;
So that it must needs follow, that either there were in one Princes time two Councils assembled At Frankford, one contrary to the other, which by no History does appear;
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as their manner is to handle, not only Councils, but also all Histories and Writings of the old Doctors, falsifying and corrupting them for the maintenance of their wicked and ungodly purposes,
as their manner is to handle, not only Councils, but also all Histories and Writings of the old Doctors, falsifying and corrupting them for the maintenance of their wicked and ungodly Purposes,
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Let the forged gift of Constantine, and the notable attempt to falsify the first Nicene Council for the Pope's Supremacy, practised by Popes in St. Augustine 's time, be a Witness hereof:
Let the forged gift of Constantine, and the notable attempt to falsify the First Nicene Council for the Pope's Supremacy, practised by Popes in Saint Augustine is time, be a Witness hereof:
Which practice indeed had then taken effect, had not the diligence and wisdom of St. Augustine, and other learned and godly Bishops in Afric, by their great labour and charges also, resisted and stopped the same.
Which practice indeed had then taken Effect, had not the diligence and Wisdom of Saint Augustine, and other learned and godly Bishops in Afric, by their great labour and charges also, resisted and stopped the same.
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Whereas from Constantinus Magnus time, until this day, all Authority Imperial and princely Dominion of the Empire of Rome remained continually in the right and Possession of the Emperors, who had their continuance and Seat Imperial at Constantinople the City Royal.
Whereas from Constantinus Magnus time, until this day, all authority Imperial and princely Dominion of the Empire of Room remained continually in the right and Possession of the Emperor's, who had their Continuance and Seat Imperial At Constantinople the city Royal.
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and therefore unworthy to be Emperors, or to bear Rule, and for that the Emperors of Greece, being far off, were not ready at a beck to defend the Pope against the Lombards his enemies,
and Therefore unworthy to be Emperor's, or to bear Rule, and for that the Emperor's of Greece, being Far off, were not ready At a beck to defend the Pope against the Lombards his enemies,
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For he by his Papal Authority doth translate the Government of the Empire, and the Crown and name Imperial from the Greeks, and giveth it unto Charles the Great, King of the Francons, not without the consent of the forenamed Irene, Empress of Greece, who also sought to be joined in Marriage with the said Charles.
For he by his Papal authority does translate the Government of the Empire, and the Crown and name Imperial from the Greeks, and gives it unto Charles the Great, King of the Francis, not without the consent of the forenamed Irene, Empress of Greece, who also sought to be joined in Marriage with the said Charles.
And the said Princes of Greece did, after the deprivation of the said Irene, by common consent, elect and create (as they always had done,) an Emperor named Nicephorus, whom the Bishop of Rome, and they of the West, would not acknowledg for their Emperor;
And the said Princes of Greece did, After the deprivation of the said Irene, by Common consent, elect and create (as they always had done,) an Emperor nam Nicephorus, whom the Bishop of Rome, and they of the West, would not acknowledge for their Emperor;
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and so much honoured in Italy and the West, but Nicephorus, Emperor of Constantinople, and his Successors Scauratius, the two Michaels, Leo, Theophorus, and other Emperors their Successors in the Empire of Greece, continually pulled them down, brake them, burned them, and destroyed them as fast.
and so much honoured in Italy and the West, but Nicephorus, Emperor of Constantinople, and his Successors Scauratius, the two Michaels, Leo, Theophorus, and other Emperor's their Successors in the Empire of Greece, continually pulled them down, brake them, burned them, and destroyed them as fast.
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and so rose a jealousie, suspicion, grudge, hatred, and enmity between the Christians, and Empires of the East Countries and West, which could never be quenched nor pacified.
and so rose a jealousy, suspicion, grudge, hatred, and enmity between the Christians, and Empires of the East Countries and West, which could never be quenched nor pacified.
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Thus we see what a sea of mischiefs the maintenance of Images hath brought with it, what an horrible Schism between the East and the West Church, what an hatred between one Christian and another, Councils agaist Councils, Church against Church, Christians against Christians, Princes against Princes, Rebellions, Treasons, unnatural and most cruel Murders, the Daughter digging up,
Thus we see what a sea of mischiefs the maintenance of Images hath brought with it, what an horrible Schism between the East and the West Church, what an hatred between one Christian and Another, Councils aghast Councils, Church against Church, Christians against Christians, Princes against Princes, Rebellions, Treasons, unnatural and most cruel Murders, the Daughter digging up,
at the last, the tearing in sunder of Christendom and the Empire into two pieces, till the Infidels, Sarazens and Turks, common Enemies to both parts, have most cruelly vanquished, destroyed and subdued the one part, the whole Empire of Greece, Asia the less, Thracia, Macedonia, Epirus, and many other great and goodly Countries and Provinces,
At the last, the tearing in sunder of Christendom and the Empire into two Pieces, till the Infidels, Sarazens and Turks, Common Enemies to both parts, have most cruelly vanquished, destroyed and subdued the one part, the Whole Empire of Greece, Asia the less, Thracia, Macedonia, Epirus, and many other great and goodly Countries and Provinces,
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as was then the Kingdom of Israel, and true Religion of God, whereunto the matter already (as I have declared,) shrewdly inclineth on our part, the greater part of Christendom, within less than three hundred years space, being brought into Captivity and most miserable thraldom under the Turk,
as was then the Kingdom of Israel, and true Religion of God, whereunto the matter already (as I have declared,) shrewdly Inclineth on our part, the greater part of Christendom, within less than three hundred Years Molle, being brought into Captivity and most miserable thraldom under the Turk,
Whereas, if the Christians, divided by these Image matters, had holden together, no Infidels and Miscreants could thus have prevailed against Christendom.
Whereas, if the Christians, divided by these Image matters, had held together, no Infidels and Miscreants could thus have prevailed against Christendom.
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And all this mischief and misery, which we have hitherto fallen into, do we owe to our mighty gods of Gold and Silver, Stock and Stone, in whose help and defence (where they cannot help themselves,) we have trusted so long,
And all this mischief and misery, which we have hitherto fallen into, do we owe to our mighty God's of Gold and Silver, Stock and Stone, in whose help and defence (where they cannot help themselves,) we have trusted so long,
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and by ancient Histories Ecclesiastical, agreeing to the verity of God's Word, alledged out of the Old Testament and the New, that Images and Image-worshipping were in the Primitive Church (which was most pure and uncorrupt,) abhorred and detested,
and by ancient Histories Ecclesiastical, agreeing to the verity of God's Word, alleged out of the Old Testament and the New, that Images and Image-worshipping were in the Primitive Church (which was most pure and uncorrupt,) abhorred and detested,
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and Clerks, but also condemned by whole Councils of Bishops, and learned Men assembled together, yea, the said Images by many Christian Emperors and Bishops were defaced, broken, and destroyed;
and Clerks, but also condemned by Whole Councils of Bishops, and learned Men assembled together, yea, the said Images by many Christian Emperor's and Bishops were defaced, broken, and destroyed;
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Finally, you have heard what mischief and misery hath, by the occasion of the said Images, fallen upon whole Christendom, besides the loss of infinite Souls, which is most horrible of all.
Finally, you have herd what mischief and misery hath, by the occasion of the said Images, fallen upon Whole Christendom, beside the loss of infinite Souls, which is most horrible of all.
and by the Writing of old Godly Doctors, and Ecclesiastical Histories written, and preserved by God's Ordinance for our admonition and warning, may flee from all Idolatry,
and by the Writing of old Godly Doctors, and Ecclesiastical Histories written, and preserved by God's Ordinance for our admonition and warning, may flee from all Idolatry,
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The Third Part of the Homily against Images, and the worshipping of them, containing the confutation of the principal Arguments which are used to be made for the maintenance of Images.
The Third Part of the Homily against Images, and the worshipping of them, containing the confutation of the principal Arguments which Are used to be made for the maintenance of Images.
and worshipping of Images, but also against Idols and Images themselves: (I mean always thus herein, in that we be stirred and provoked by them to worship them,
and worshipping of Images, but also against Idols and Images themselves: (I mean always thus herein, in that we be stirred and provoked by them to worship them,
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and not as though they were simply forbidden by the New Testament, without such occasion and danger.) And ye have heard likewise out of Histories Ecclesiastical, the beginning, proceeding,
and not as though they were simply forbidden by the New Testament, without such occasion and danger.) And you have herd likewise out of Histories Ecclesiastical, the beginning, proceeding,
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And withal, ye have heard the Sentences of old Ancient Fathers, and Godly Learned Doctors and Bishops, against Images and Idolatry, taken out of their own Writings.
And withal, you have herd the Sentences of old Ancient Father's, and Godly Learned Doctors and Bishops, against Images and Idolatry, taken out of their own Writings.
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and Decking, as well of them, as of the Temples or Churches, also be answered and confuted, partly by application of some places before alledged, to their Reasons,
and Decking, as well of them, as of the Temples or Churches, also be answered and confuted, partly by application of Some places before alleged, to their Reasons,
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yet this repetition is not superfluous, but in a manner necessary, for that the simple sort cannot else understand how the foresaid places are to be applyed to the Arguments of such as do maintain Images, wherewith otherwise they might be abused.
yet this repetition is not superfluous, but in a manner necessary, for that the simple sort cannot Else understand how the foresaid places Are to be applied to the Arguments of such as do maintain Images, wherewith otherwise they might be abused.
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and Judgment of the Primitive Church, that all Images, as well ours as the Idols of the Gentiles, be forbidden and unlawful, namely in Churches and Temples.
and Judgement of the Primitive Church, that all Images, as well ours as the Idols of the Gentiles, be forbidden and unlawful, namely in Churches and Temples.
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and the Holy Ghost, either severally, or the Images of the Trinity, which we had in every Church, be by the Scriptures expresly and directly forbidden,
and the Holy Ghost, either severally, or the Images of the Trinity, which we had in every Church, be by the Scriptures expressly and directly forbidden,
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Isaiah, after he hath set forth the incomprehensible Majesty of God, he asketh, To whom then will ye make God like? or what similitude will ye set up unto him? Shall the Carver make him a Carved Image? And shall the Goldsmith cover him with Gold,
Isaiah, After he hath Set forth the incomprehensible Majesty of God, he asks, To whom then will you make God like? or what similitude will you Set up unto him? Shall the Carver make him a Carved Image? And shall the Goldsmith cover him with Gold,
or cast him into a form of Silver Plates? And for the poor man, shall the image-maker frame an image of timber, that he may have somewhat to set up also? And after this he cryeth out:
or cast him into a from of Silver Plataea? And for the poor man, shall the image-maker frame an image of timber, that he may have somewhat to Set up also? And After this he Cries out:
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how by the Creation of the World, and the greatness of the Work, they might understand the Majesty of God, the Maker and Creator of all, to be greater than that it could be expressed or set forth in any Image or B•dily Similitude? Thus far the Prophet Isaiah, who, from the Forty fourth Chapter to the Forty ninth, treateth in a manner of no other thing.
how by the Creation of the World, and the greatness of the Work, they might understand the Majesty of God, the Maker and Creator of all, to be greater than that it could be expressed or Set forth in any Image or B•dily Similitude? Thus Far the Prophet Isaiah, who, from the Forty fourth Chapter to the Forty ninth, Treateth in a manner of no other thing.
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And Saint Paul, in the Acts of the Apostles, evidently teacheth the same, that no Similitude can be made unto God, in Gold, Silver, Stone, or any other matter.
And Saint Paul, in the Acts of the Apostles, evidently Teaches the same, that no Similitude can be made unto God, in Gold, Silver, Stone, or any other matter.
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and visible Similitude? How can the infinite Majesty and Greatness of God, incomprehensible to Man's Mind, much more not able to be compassed with the Sense, be expressed in a small and little Image? How can a Dead and Dumb Image express the Living God? What can an Image, which when it is fallen, cannot rise up again, which can neither help his Friends,
and visible Similitude? How can the infinite Majesty and Greatness of God, incomprehensible to Man's Mind, much more not able to be compassed with the Sense, be expressed in a small and little Image? How can a Dead and Dumb Image express the Living God? What can an Image, which when it is fallen, cannot rise up again, which can neither help his Friends,
and to destroy his Enemies Everlastingly? A Man might justly cry with the Prophet Habakkuk, Shall such Images instruct or teach any thing right of God? Or shall they become Doctors? Wherefore Men that have made an Image of God, whereby to Honour him, have thereby dishonoured him most highly, diminished his Majesty, blemished his Glory, and falsified his Truth.
and to destroy his Enemies Everlastingly? A Man might justly cry with the Prophet Habakkuk, Shall such Images instruct or teach any thing right of God? Or shall they become Doctors? Wherefore Men that have made an Image of God, whereby to Honour him, have thereby dishonoured him most highly, diminished his Majesty, blemished his Glory, and falsified his Truth.
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except they might see some sign or image of him, as appeareth by the Hebrews in the wilderness, willing Aaron to make them gods whom they might see go before them.
except they might see Some Signen or image of him, as appears by the Hebrews in the Wilderness, willing Aaron to make them God's whom they might see go before them.
Where they object, that seeing Isaiah and Daniel, by certain descriptions of God, as sitting on a high seat, &c. Why may not a Painter likewise set him forth in colours to be seen,
Where they Object, that seeing Isaiah and daniel, by certain descriptions of God, as sitting on a high seat, etc. Why may not a Painter likewise Set him forth in colours to be seen,
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Furthermore, the Scripture, although it have certain descriptions of God, yet if you read forward, it expoundeth it self, declaring that God is a pure Spirit, Infinite, who replenisheth Heaven and Earth, which the Picture doth not,
Furthermore, the Scripture, although it have certain descriptions of God, yet if you read forward, it expoundeth it self, declaring that God is a pure Spirit, Infinite, who replenisheth Heaven and Earth, which the Picture does not,
7.) fall into that Sacriledge which the Apostle detesteth in those, who have changed the Glory of the incorruptible God, into the similitude of a corruptible Man. For it is wickedness for a Christian to erect such an Image to God in a Temple,
7.) fallen into that Sacrilege which the Apostle detesteth in those, who have changed the Glory of the incorruptible God, into the similitude of a corruptible Man. For it is wickedness for a Christian to erect such an Image to God in a Temple,
for that he took upon him flesh, and became Man. It were well that they would first grant, that they have hitherto done most wickedly, in making and maintaining of Images of God,
for that he took upon him Flesh, and became Man. It were well that they would First grant, that they have hitherto done most wickedly, in making and maintaining of Images of God,
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Wherfore to reply, that Images of Christ may be made, except withal it be proved that it is lawful for them to be made, is, rather than to hold ones peace to say somewhat, but nothing to the purpose.
Wherefore to reply, that Images of christ may be made, except withal it be proved that it is lawful for them to be made, is, rather than to hold ones peace to say somewhat, but nothing to the purpose.
And yet it appeareth that no Image can be made of Christ, but a lying Image (as the Scripture peculiarly calleth Images, lies,) for Christ is God and Man. Seeing therefore, that for the Godhead, which is the most excellent part, no Images can be made, it is falsly called the Image of Christ.
And yet it appears that no Image can be made of christ, but a lying Image (as the Scripture peculiarly calls Images, lies,) for christ is God and Man. Seeing Therefore, that for the Godhead, which is the most excellent part, no Images can be made, it is falsely called the Image of christ.
yea, or that tho Image of any Saint should be made, specially to be set up in Temples, to the great and unavoidable danger of Idolatry, as hereafter shall be proved.
yea, or that though Image of any Saint should be made, specially to be Set up in Temples, to the great and unavoidable danger of Idolatry, as hereafter shall be proved.
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And first, concerning the Image of Christ, that though it might be had truly, yet it were unlawful to have it in Churches publickly, it is a notable place in Irenaeus, who reproved the Hereticks called Gnostici, for that they carried about the Image of Christ, made truly after his own proportion in Pilate 's time, (as they said,) and therefore more to be esteemed than those lying Images of him which we now have.
And First, Concerning the Image of christ, that though it might be had truly, yet it were unlawful to have it in Churches publicly, it is a notable place in Irnaeus, who reproved the Heretics called Gnostics, for that they carried about the Image of christ, made truly After his own proportion in Pilate is time, (as they said,) and Therefore more to be esteemed than those lying Images of him which we now have.
Be not, I pray you, the words of the Scriptures plain? Beware lest thou being deceived, make to thy self (to say, to any use of Religion,) any graven Image, or any Similitude of any thing, &c. And Cursed be the Man that maketh a Graven or Molten Image, abomination before the Lord, &c. Be not our Images such? Be not our Images of Christ and his Saints, either Carved or Molten,
Be not, I pray you, the words of the Scriptures plain? Beware lest thou being deceived, make to thy self (to say, to any use of Religion,) any graved Image, or any Similitude of any thing, etc. And Cursed be the Man that makes a Graved or Melted Image, abomination before the Lord, etc. Be not our Images such? Be not our Images of christ and his Saints, either Carved or Melted,
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Notwithstanding, the Image of an Horse, as also the Image of the Ass that Christ rode on, have in divers places been brought into the Church and Temple of God.
Notwithstanding, the Image of an Horse, as also the Image of the Ass that christ road on, have in diverse places been brought into the Church and Temple of God.
than this? Either of the kinds of Images, which be either Carved, Molten, or otherwise Similitudes? Or of things whereof Images are forbidden to be made? Are not all things either in Heaven, Earth,
than this? Either of the Kinds of Images, which be either Carved, Melted, or otherwise Similitudes? Or of things whereof Images Are forbidden to be made? are not all things either in Heaven, Earth,
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Epiphanius 's renting a painted Cloth, wherein was the Picture of Christ, or of some Saint, affirming it to be against our Religion, that any such Image should be had in the Temple or Church, (as is before at large declared,) judged, that not only Idols of the Gentiles,
Epiphanius is renting a painted Cloth, wherein was the Picture of christ, or of Some Saint, affirming it to be against our Religion, that any such Image should be had in the Temple or Church, (as is before At large declared,) judged, that not only Idols of the Gentiles,
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Lactantius affirming it to be certain, that no true Religion can be, where any Image or Picture is, (as is before declared,) judged, that as well all Images and Pictures,
Lactantius affirming it to be certain, that no true Religion can be, where any Image or Picture is, (as is before declared,) judged, that as well all Images and Pictures,
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The Christian Emperors, the Learned Bishops, all the Learned Men of Asia, Greece, and Spain, assembled in Councils at Constantinople and in Spain, Seven and Eight Hundred years ago,
The Christian Emperor's, the Learned Bishops, all the Learned Men of Asia, Greece, and Spain, assembled in Councils At Constantinople and in Spain, Seven and Eight Hundred Years ago,
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and more, condemning and destroying all Images as well of Christ, as of the Saints, set up by the Christians (as is before at large declared,) testifie, that they understood Gods Word so, that it forbad our Images,
and more, condemning and destroying all Images as well of christ, as of the Saints, Set up by the Christians (as is before At large declared,) testify, that they understood God's Word so, that it forbade our Images,
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For all Christians in the Primitive Church, as Origen against Celsus, Cyprian also and Arnobius do testifie, were sore charged and complained on, that they had no Altars nor Images.
For all Christians in the Primitive Church, as Origen against Celsus, Cyprian also and Arnobius do testify, were soar charged and complained on, that they had no Altars nor Images.
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but, for lack of them, sustained their heavy displeasure, if they had taken it to be lawful by Gods Word to have Images? It is evident therefore, that they took all Images to be unlawful in the Church or Temple of God,
but, for lack of them, sustained their heavy displeasure, if they had taken it to be lawful by God's Word to have Images? It is evident Therefore, that they took all Images to be unlawful in the Church or Temple of God,
And therefore the Primitive Church, which is specially to be followed as most incorrupt and pure, had publickly in Churches neither Idols of the Gentiles,
And Therefore the Primitive Church, which is specially to be followed as most incorrupt and pure, had publicly in Churches neither Idols of the Gentiles,
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And thus it is declared by Gods Word, the Sentences of the Doctors, and the Judgment of the Primitive Church, which was most pure and sincere, that all Images,
And thus it is declared by God's Word, the Sentences of the Doctors, and the Judgement of the Primitive Church, which was most pure and sincere, that all Images,
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and other Arras, either Images of Princes, Printed or Stamped in their Coins, which when Christ did see in a Roman Coin, we read not that he reprehended it,
and other Arras, either Images of Princes, Printed or Stamped in their Coins, which when christ did see in a Roman Coin, we read not that he reprehended it,
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nor in danger to be Worshipped of any, may be suffered. But Images, placed publickly in Temples, cannot possibly be without danger of Worshipping and Idolatry,
nor in danger to be Worshipped of any, may be suffered. But Images, placed publicly in Temples, cannot possibly be without danger of Worshipping and Idolatry,
and not Ceremonial, as all Doctors interpret it, it bindeth us as well as them,) the Jews, I say, who should have the true sense and meaning of Gods Law,
and not Ceremonial, as all Doctors interpret it, it binds us as well as them,) the jews, I say, who should have the true sense and meaning of God's Law,
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so peculiarly given unto them, neither had in the beginning any Images publickly in their Temple, (as Origen and Josephus at large declare,) neither after the restitution of the Temple, would by any means consent to Herod, Pilate, or Petronius, that Images should be placed only in the Temple at Jerusalem, although no Worshipping of Images was required at their Hands;
so peculiarly given unto them, neither had in the beginning any Images publicly in their Temple, (as Origen and Josephus At large declare,) neither After the restitution of the Temple, would by any means consent to Herod, Pilate, or Petronius, that Images should be placed only in the Temple At Jerusalem, although not Worshipping of Images was required At their Hands;
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And Truth it is, that the Jews and Turks, who abhor Images and Idols as directly forbidden by GOD'S Word, will never come to the Truth of our Religion,
And Truth it is, that the jews and Turks, who abhor Images and Idols as directly forbidden by GOD'S Word, will never come to the Truth of our Religion,
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Neither can those Images of Cherubims, set in secret where no Man might come, nor behold, be any example for our publick setting up of Images in Churches and Temples.
Neither can those Images of Cherubims, Set in secret where no Man might come, nor behold, be any Exampl for our public setting up of Images in Churches and Temples.
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and his Saints, publickly set up in Temples and Churches, places peculiarly appointed to the true Worshipping of God, be not things indifferent, nor tolerable;
and his Saints, publicly Set up in Temples and Churches, places peculiarly appointed to the true Worshipping of God, be not things indifferent, nor tolerable;
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First, for that all Images, so set up publickly, have been Worshipped of the Unlearned and Simple sort shortly after they have been publickly so set up,
First, for that all Images, so Set up publicly, have been Worshipped of the Unlearned and Simple sort shortly After they have been publicly so Set up,
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And Thirdly, for that it is impossible that Images of God, Christ, or his Saints, can be suffered (especially in Temples and Churches,) any while or space, without Worshipping of them:
And Thirdly, for that it is impossible that Images of God, christ, or his Saints, can be suffered (especially in Temples and Churches,) any while or Molle, without Worshipping of them:
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And that Idolatry, which is most abominable before God, cannot possibly be escaped and avoided, without the abolishing and destruction of Images and Pictures in Temples and Churches,
And that Idolatry, which is most abominable before God, cannot possibly be escaped and avoided, without the abolishing and destruction of Images and Pictures in Temples and Churches,
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for that Idolatry is to Images, specially in Temples and Churches, an inseparable accident (as they term it,) so that Images in Churches and Idolatry go always both together,
for that Idolatry is to Images, specially in Temples and Churches, an inseparable accident (as they term it,) so that Images in Churches and Idolatry go always both together,
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Wherefore, to make the Images, and publickly to set them up in the Temples and Churches, places appointed peculiarly to the service of God, is to make Images to the use of Religion,
Wherefore, to make the Images, and publicly to Set them up in the Temples and Churches, places appointed peculiarly to the service of God, is to make Images to the use of Religion,
and so being either molten or cast, either carved, graven, hewen, or otherwise formed and fashioned after the similitude and likeness of Man or Woman, be dead and dumb Works of Man's hands, having Mouths and speak not, Eyes and see not, Hands and feel not, Feet and go not;
and so being either melted or cast, either carved, graved, hewn, or otherwise formed and fashioned After the similitude and likeness of Man or Woman, be dead and dumb Works of Man's hands, having Mouths and speak not, Eyes and see not, Hands and feel not, Feet and go not;
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but Dij Tutelares of the Gentiles Idolaters? Such as were Belus to the Babylonians and Assyrians, Osiris and Isis to the Aegyptians, Vulcan to the Lemnians, and to such other.
but Dij Tutelares of the Gentiles Idolaters? Such as were Belus to the Babylonians and Assyrians, Osiris and Isis to the egyptians, Megalo to the Lemnians, and to such other.
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What be such Saints to whom the safeguard of certain Cities are appointed, but Dij Praesides with the Gentiles Idolaters? Such as were at Delphos, Apollo; at Athens, Minerva; at Carthage, Juno; at Rome, Quirinus, &c. What be such Saints, to whom, contrary to the use of the Primitive Church, Temples and Churches be builded,
What be such Saints to whom the safeguard of certain Cities Are appointed, but Dij Praesides with the Gentiles Idolaters? Such as were At Delphos, Apollo; At Athens, Minerva; At Carthage, Juno; At Room, Quirinus, etc. What be such Saints, to whom, contrary to the use of the Primitive Church, Temples and Churches be built,
and Altars erected, but Dij Patroni, of the Gentiles Idolaters? Such as were in the Capitol, Jupiter; in Paphus Temple, Venus; in Ephesus Temple, Diana; and such like.
and Altars erected, but Dij Patroni, of the Gentiles Idolaters? Such as were in the Capitol, Jupiter; in Paphus Temple, Venus; in Ephesus Temple, Diana; and such like.
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but out of the Pagan Poets, who say, Excessere omnes, adytis arisque relictis, Dij quibus imperium hoc steterat, &c. That is to say, All the Gods by whose defence this Empire stood, are gone out of the Temples, and have forsaken their Altars.
but out of the Pagan Poets, who say, Excessere omnes, Adyts arisque relictis, Dij quibus imperium hoc steterat, etc. That is to say, All the God's by whose defence this Empire stood, Are gone out of the Temples, and have forsaken their Altars.
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Whereby is evidently meant, that the Saint for the Image sake, should in those places, yea, in the Images themselves, have a dwelling, which is the ground of their Idolatry.
Whereby is evidently meant, that the Saint for the Image sake, should in those places, yea, in the Images themselves, have a Dwelling, which is the ground of their Idolatry.
we had no fewer Christophers, Ladies, and Mary Magdalens, and other Saints, Oenomaus, and Hesiodus shew, that in their time there were Thirty Thousand Gods. I think we had no fewer Saints, to whom we gave the Honour due to God.
we had no fewer Christophers, Ladies, and Marry Magdalene, and other Saints, Oenomaus, and Hesiod show, that in their time there were Thirty Thousand God's I think we had no fewer Saints, to whom we gave the Honour due to God.
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But the Sea and Waters have as well special Saints with them, as they had Gods with the Gentiles, Neptune, Triton, Nereus, Castor and Pollux, Venus, and such other:
But the Sea and Waters have as well special Saints with them, as they had God's with the Gentiles, Neptune, Triton, Nereus, Castor and Pollux, Venus, and such other:
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In whose places be come Saint Christopher, Saint Clement, and divers other, and specially our Lady, to whom Shipmen Sing Ave, maris stella. Neither hath the Fire scaped the Idolatrous inventions.
In whose places be come Saint Christopher, Saint Clement, and diverse other, and specially our Lady, to whom Shipmen Sing Have, maris stella. Neither hath the Fire escaped the Idolatrous Inventions.
For instead of Vulcan and Vesta, the Gentiles Gods of the Fire, our Men have placed Saint Agatha, and make Letters on her day for to quench Fire with.
For instead of Megalo and Vesta, the Gentiles God's of the Fire, our Men have placed Saint Agatha, and make Letters on her day for to quench Fire with.
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As for Example, Scholars have Saint Nicholas and Saint Gregory; Painters, Saint Luke; neither lack Souldiers their Mars, nor Lovers their Venus, amongst Christians.
As for Exampl, Scholars have Saint Nicholas and Saint Gregory; Painters, Saint Lycia; neither lack Soldiers their Mars, nor Lovers their Venus, among Christians.
All Diseases have their special Saints, as Gods the curers of them, the Pox Saint Roche, the Falling-evil Saint Cornelis, the Tooth-Ach Saint Apollin, &c. Neither do Beasts nor Cattel lack their Gods with us,
All Diseases have their special Saints, as God's the curers of them, the Pox Saint Roche, the Falling-evil Saint Cornelis, the Tooth-Ach Saint Apollon, etc. Neither do Beasts nor Cattle lack their God's with us,
for Saint Loy is the Horsleach, and Saint Anthony the Swineheard, &c. Where is Gods Providence and due Honour in the mean season? Who saith, The Heavens be mine, and the Earth is mine, the whole World and all that in it is:
for Saint Loy is the Horse-leech, and Saint Anthony the Swineherd, etc. Where is God's Providence and due Honour in the mean season? Who Says, The Heavens be mine, and the Earth is mine, the Whole World and all that in it is:
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but against our Foolishness and Wickedness, making of the true Servants of God, false Gods, by attributing to them the Power and Honour which is Gods, and due to him only.
but against our Foolishness and Wickedness, making of the true Servants of God, false God's, by attributing to them the Power and Honour which is God's, and due to him only.
And this we do altogether agreeable to the Saints, as did the Gentiles Idolaters to their false Gods. For these Opinions which Men have had of mortal Persons, were they never so holy, the old most godly and learned Christians have written against the feigned Gods of the Gentiles,
And this we do altogether agreeable to the Saints, as did the Gentiles Idolaters to their false God's For these Opinions which Men have had of Mortal Persons, were they never so holy, the old most godly and learned Christians have written against the feigned God's of the Gentiles,
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as Lucian, in his Dialogues, feigneth that Neptune made suit to Mercury, that he might speak with Jupiter. And therefore in this also, it is most evident, that our Image-maintainers be all one in Opinion with the Gentiles Idolaters.
as Lucian, in his Dialogues, feigneth that Neptune made suit to Mercury, that he might speak with Jupiter. And Therefore in this also, it is most evident, that our Image-maintainers be all one in Opinion with the Gentiles Idolaters.
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Now remaineth the third part, that their Rites and Ceremonies in honouring and worshipping of the Images or Saints be all one with the Rites which the Gentiles Idolaters used in honouring their Idols.
Now remains the third part, that their Rites and Ceremonies in honouring and worshipping of the Images or Saints be all one with the Rites which the Gentiles Idolaters used in honouring their Idols.
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First, what meaneth it, that Christians, after the example of the Gentiles Idolaters, go on pilgrimage to visit Images, where they have the like at home,
First, what means it, that Christians, After the Exampl of the Gentiles Idolaters, go on pilgrimage to visit Images, where they have the like At home,
And against such as had any Superstition in the Holiness of the place, as though they should be heard for the places sake, saying, Our Fathers worshipped in this Mountain,
And against such as had any Superstition in the Holiness of the place, as though they should be herd for the places sake, saying, Our Father's worshipped in this Mountain,
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and ye say, that at Jerusalem is the place where Men should worship; our Saviour Christ pronounceth, Be•ieve me, the hour cometh when you shall worship the Father,
and you say, that At Jerusalem is the place where Men should worship; our Saviour christ pronounceth, Be•ieve me, the hour comes when you shall worship the Father,
And it was very agreeable, (as Saint Paul teacheth,) that they which fell to Idolatry, which is Spiritual Fornication, should also fall into Carnal Fornication,
And it was very agreeable, (as Saint Paul Teaches,) that they which fell to Idolatry, which is Spiritual Fornication, should also fallen into Carnal Fornication,
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and Goldsmiths, their Makers and Framers, by whose means they have attained this Honour, which else should have been evil-favoured and rude Lumps of Clay,
and Goldsmiths, their Makers and Framers, by whose means they have attained this Honour, which Else should have been evil-favoured and rude Lumps of Clay,
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And Lactantius saith, The Gentiles say, We fear not the Images, but them after whose likeness the Images be made, and to whose Names they be consecrated. Thus far Lactantius.
And Lactantius Says, The Gentiles say, We Fear not the Images, but them After whose likeness the Images be made, and to whose Names they be consecrated. Thus Far Lactantius.
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And Clemens saith, That Serpent, the Devil, uttereth these words by the Mouth of certain Men, We, to the Honour of the invisible God, worship visible Images: Which surely is most false.
And Clemens Says, That Serpent, the devil, utters these words by the Mouth of certain Men, We, to the Honour of the invisible God, worship visible Images: Which surely is most false.
but now I am become a God, &c. What a fond thing is it for Man, who hath Life and Reason, to bowe himself to a dead and insensible Image, the Work of his own Hand? Is not this stooping and kneeling before them, Adoration of them, which is forbidden so earnestly by Gods Word? Let such as so fall down before Images of Saints, know and confess that they exhibit that Honour to dead Stocks and Stones, which the Saints themselves, Peter, Paul, and Barnabas would not to be given them being alive;
but now I am become a God, etc. What a found thing is it for Man, who hath Life and Reason, to bow himself to a dead and insensible Image, the Work of his own Hand? Is not this stooping and kneeling before them, Adoration of them, which is forbidden so earnestly by God's Word? Let such as so fallen down before Images of Saints, know and confess that they exhibit that Honour to dead Stocks and Stones, which the Saints themselves, Peter, Paul, and Barnabas would not to be given them being alive;
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And if they say, they exhibit such Honour not to the Image, but to the Saint whom it representeth, they are convicted of folly, to believe that they please Saints with that Honour, which they abhor as a spoil of Gods Honour: For they be no Changelings;
And if they say, they exhibit such Honour not to the Image, but to the Saint whom it Representeth, they Are convicted of folly, to believe that they please Saints with that Honour, which they abhor as a spoil of God's Honour: For they be no Changelings;
And herewithal is confuted their lewd Distinction of Latria and Dulia, where it is evident, that the Saints of God cannot abide, that as much as any outward worshipping be done or exhibited to them.
And herewithal is confuted their lewd Distinction of Latria and Dulia, where it is evident, that the Saints of God cannot abide, that as much as any outward worshipping be done or exhibited to them.
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but God and the Saints whom the Images do represent, and therefore that their doings before Images be not like the Idolatry of the Gentiles before their Idols;
but God and the Saints whom the Images do represent, and Therefore that their doings before Images be not like the Idolatry of the Gentiles before their Idols;
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And Ezekiel therefore calleth the Gods of the Assyrians, Stocks and Stones, although they were but Images of their Gods. So are our Images of God and the Saints named by the Names of God and his Saints,
And Ezekielem Therefore calls the God's of the Assyrians, Stocks and Stones, although they were but Images of their God's So Are our Images of God and the Saints nam by the Names of God and his Saints,
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If they would behold the heavenly Light of the Sun, then should they perceive that God hath no need of their Candles, who for the use of Man hath made so goodly a Light.
If they would behold the heavenly Light of the Sun, then should they perceive that God hath no need of their Candles, who for the use of Man hath made so goodly a Light.
And whereas in so little a Circle of the Sun, which, for the great distance, seemeth to be no greater than a Mans Head, there is so great brightness, that the sight of Mans Eye is not able to behold it,
And whereas in so little a Circle of the Sun, which, for the great distance, seems to be no greater than a men Head, there is so great brightness, that the sighed of men Eye is not able to behold it,
And by and by he saith, Seemeth he therefore to be in his right mind, who offereth up to the Giver of Light, the Light of a Wax-Candle for a Gift? He requireth another Light of us, which is not smoaky,
And by and by he Says, Seems he Therefore to be in his right mind, who Offereth up to the Giver of Light, the Light of a Wax-Candle for a Gift? He requires Another Light of us, which is not smoky,
lest they remain in Darkness, whose Worshippers, because they understand no Heavenly thing, do draw Religion, which they use, down to the Earth, in the which, being dark of nature, is need of Light.
lest they remain in Darkness, whose Worshippers, Because they understand no Heavenly thing, do draw Religion, which they use, down to the Earth, in the which, being dark of nature, is need of Light.
Whereby appeareth both the foolishness thereof, and also that in Opinion and Act, we do agree altogether in our Candle-Religion with the Gentiles Idolaters.
Whereby appears both the foolishness thereof, and also that in Opinion and Act, we do agree altogether in our Candle-Religion with the Gentiles Idolaters.
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so earnestly forbidden in Gods Word? If they deny it, let them read the Ninth Chapter of Daniel the Prophet, who saith of Antichrist, He shall worship God whom his Fathers knew not, with gold, silver,
so earnestly forbidden in God's Word? If they deny it, let them read the Ninth Chapter of daniel the Prophet, who Says of Antichrist, He shall worship God whom his Father's knew not, with gold, silver,
in which place the Latin word is Colet. And in the second of Paralipomenon the xxix. Chapter, all the outward Rites and Ceremonies, as burning of Incense, and such other, wherewith God in the Temple was honoured, is called Cultus (to say) worshipping, which is forbidden strictly by Gods Word to be given to Images.
in which place the Latin word is Colet. And in the second of Paralipomenon the xxix. Chapter, all the outward Rites and Ceremonies, as burning of Incense, and such other, wherewith God in the Temple was honoured, is called Cultus (to say) worshipping, which is forbidden strictly by God's Word to be given to Images.
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or offer up one crumb of Incense before an Image or Idol, have suffered a thousand kinds of most horrible and dreadful death? And what excuses soever they make,
or offer up one crumb of Incense before an Image or Idol, have suffered a thousand Kinds of most horrible and dreadful death? And what excuses soever they make,
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Wherefore, when we see Men and Women on heaps go on Pilgrimage to Images, kneel before them, hold up their hands before them, set up Candles, burn Incense before them, offer up Gold and Silver unto them, hang up Ships, Crutchets, Chains, Men and Women of Wax before them, attributing health and safeguard, the gifts of God, to them,
Wherefore, when we see Men and Women on heaps go on Pilgrimage to Images, kneel before them, hold up their hands before them, Set up Candles, burn Incense before them, offer up Gold and Silver unto them, hang up Ships, crutches, Chains, Men and Women of Wax before them, attributing health and safeguard, the Gifts of God, to them,
who, I say, who can doubt, but that our Image-maintainers, agreeing in all idolatrous Opinions, outward Rites and Ceremonies with the Gentiles Idolaters, agree also with them in committing most abominable Idolatry:
who, I say, who can doubt, but that our Image-maintainers, agreeing in all idolatrous Opinions, outward Rites and Ceremonies with the Gentiles Idolaters, agree also with them in committing most abominable Idolatry:
As that such an Image miraculously was sent from Heaven, even like the Palladium, or Magna Diana Ephesiorum. Such another was as miraculously found in the Earth,
As that such an Image miraculously was sent from Heaven, even like the Palladium, or Magna Diana Ephesians. Such Another was as miraculously found in the Earth,
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Such an one came it self far from the East to the West, as Dame Fortune fled to Rome. Such an Image of our Lady was painted by St. Luke, whom of a Physician they have made a Painter for that purpose.
Such an one Come it self Far from the East to the West, as Dame Fortune fled to Room. Such an Image of our Lady was painted by Saint Lycia, whom of a physician they have made a Painter for that purpose.
And if it were to be admitted, that some miraculous acts were by illusion of the Devil done where Images be: (For it is evident that the most part were feigned lies,
And if it were to be admitted, that Some miraculous acts were by illusion of the devil done where Images be: (For it is evident that the most part were feigned lies,
For the Scriptures have for a warning hereof foreshewed, that the Kingdom of Antichrist shall be mighty in Miracles and Wonders, to the strong illusion of all the Reprobate.
For the Scriptures have for a warning hereof foreshowed, that the Kingdom of Antichrist shall be mighty in Miracles and Wonders, to the strong illusion of all the Reprobate.
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But in this they pass the folly and wickedness of the Gentiles, that they honour and worship the Reliques and Bones of our Saints, which prove that they be mortal men and dead,
But in this they pass the folly and wickedness of the Gentiles, that they honour and worship the Relics and Bones of our Saints, which prove that they be Mortal men and dead,
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And while we Offer (that we should not be weary, or repent us of our cost) the Musick and Minstrelsie goeth merrily all the Offertory time, with praising and calling upon those Saints, whose Reliques be then in presence.
And while we Offer (that we should not be weary, or Repent us of our cost) the Music and Minstrelsy Goes merrily all the Offertory time, with praising and calling upon those Saints, whose Relics be then in presence.
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And where our Lord bare his Cross alone, if all the pieces of the Reliques thereof were gathered together, the greatest Ship in England would scarcely bear them,
And where our Lord bore his Cross alone, if all the Pieces of the Relics thereof were gathered together, the greatest Ship in England would scarcely bear them,
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Now God be merciful to such miserable and silly Christians, who by the fraud and falshood of those which should have taught them the way of truth and life, have been made not only more wicked than the Gentiles Idolaters,
Now God be merciful to such miserable and silly Christians, who by the fraud and falsehood of those which should have taught them the Way of truth and life, have been made not only more wicked than the Gentiles Idolaters,
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but also that they have had the same Idolatrous Opinions of the Saints, to whom they have made Images, which the Gentiles Idolaters had of their false gods;
but also that they have had the same Idolatrous Opinions of the Saints, to whom they have made Images, which the Gentiles Idolaters had of their false God's;
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even in these our days, the light of Gods Truth so shining, that above other abominable doings and writings, a man would marvel most at their impudent, shameless,
even in these our days, the Light of God's Truth so shining, that above other abominable doings and writings, a man would marvel most At their impudent, shameless,
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And here the plain Blasphemy of the Reverend Father in God, James Naclantus, Bishop of Clugi•n, written in his Exposition of St. Pa•l 's Epistle to the Romans, and the first Chapter,
And Here the plain Blasphemy of the Reverend Father in God, James Naclantus, Bishop of Clugi•n, written in his Exposition of Saint Pa•l is Epistle to the Roman, and the First Chapter,
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Therefore it is not only to be confessed, that the Faithful in the Church do worship before an Image (as some peradventure do warily speak) but also do worship the Image it self, without any scruple or doubt at all:
Therefore it is not only to be confessed, that the Faithful in the Church do worship before an Image (as Some Peradventure do warily speak) but also do worship the Image it self, without any scruple or doubt At all:
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and praiseth much Bishop S•renas, for the forbidding the worshipping of them, and willeth him to teach the People to avoid by all means to worship any Image.
and Praiseth much Bishop S•renas, for the forbidding the worshipping of them, and wills him to teach the People to avoid by all means to worship any Image.
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and lest such wholsome Doctrine should lack Authority, he groundeth it upon Aristotle in his Book de somno & vigilia, that is, of sleeping and waking,
and lest such wholesome Doctrine should lack authority, he groundeth it upon Aristotle in his Book the Somno & vigilia, that is, of sleeping and waking,
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whose impudent wickedness and idolatrous judgment, I have therefore more largely set forth, that ye may (as Virgil speaketh of Simon ) of one know all these Image-worshippers and Idolaters,
whose impudent wickedness and idolatrous judgement, I have Therefore more largely Set forth, that you may (as Virgil speaks of Simon) of one know all these Image worshipers and Idolaters,
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Wherefore, now it is by the testimony of the Old godly Fathers and Doctors, by the open confession of Bishops assembled in Councils, by most evident signs and arguments, opinions, idolatrous acts, deeds,
Wherefore, now it is by the testimony of the Old godly Father's and Doctors, by the open Confessi of Bishops assembled in Councils, by most evident Signs and Arguments, opinions, idolatrous acts, Deeds,
and worshipping done to their Images, and by their own open Confession and Doctrine set forth in their Books, declared and shewed, that their Images have been,
and worshipping done to their Images, and by their own open Confessi and Doctrine Set forth in their Books, declared and showed, that their Images have been,
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But Images in Churches and Temples have been, and be, and (as afterward shall be proved) ever will be offences and stumbling-blocks, specially to the weak, simple,
But Images in Churches and Temples have been, and be, and (as afterwards shall be proved) ever will be offences and stumbling-blocks, specially to the weak, simple,
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and blind common People, deceiving their hearts by the cunning of the Artificer (as the Scripture expresly in sundry places doth testifie) and so bringing them to Idolatry.
and blind Common People, deceiving their hearts by the cunning of the Artificer (as the Scripture expressly in sundry places does testify) and so bringing them to Idolatry.
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If it should be admitted, that although Images were suffered in Churches, yet might Idolatry by diligent and sincere preaching of Gods Word be avoided:
If it should be admitted, that although Images were suffered in Churches, yet might Idolatry by diligent and sincere preaching of God's Word be avoided:
and so that wheresoever, to offence, were exected an Image, there also, of reason, a godly and sincere Preacher should and might be continually maintained.
and so that wheresoever, to offence, were executed an Image, there also, of reason, a godly and sincere Preacher should and might be continually maintained.
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For our Saviour Christ saith, The harvest is plentiful, but the workmen be but few: which hath been hitherto continually true, and will be to the Worlds end:
For our Saviour christ Says, The harvest is plentiful, but the workmen be but few: which hath been hitherto continually true, and will be to the World's end:
Now, Images will continually to the beholders preach their Doctrine, that is, the worshipping of Images and Idolatry, to the which Preaching mankind is exceeding prone,
Now, Images will continually to the beholders preach their Doctrine, that is, the worshipping of Images and Idolatry, to the which Preaching mankind is exceeding prove,
But shortly after, they began to be worshipped of the ignorant sort of men, as appeareth by the Epistle that Gregory the first of that name, Bishop of Rome, did write to Serenus, Bishop of Marselles. Of the which two Bishops, Serenus for Idolatry committed to Images, brake them, and burned them.
But shortly After, they began to be worshipped of the ignorant sort of men, as appears by the Epistle that Gregory the First of that name, Bishop of Rome, did write to Serenus, Bishop of Marseille. Of the which two Bishops, Serenus for Idolatry committed to Images, brake them, and burned them.
and thought (as is now alledged) that the worshipping of them might be stayed, by teaching of Gods Word, according as he exhorteth Serenus to teach the People,
and Thought (as is now alleged) that the worshipping of them might be stayed, by teaching of God's Word, according as he exhorteth Serenus to teach the People,
For notwithstanding Gregory 's writing, and the preaching of others, Images being once publickly set up in Temples and Churches, simple Men and Women shortly after fell on heaps to worshipping of them:
For notwithstanding Gregory is writing, and the preaching of Others, Images being once publicly Set up in Temples and Churches, simple Men and Women shortly After fell on heaps to worshipping of them:
and Children, of whole Christendom (an horrible and most dreadful thing to think) have been at once drowned in abominable Idolatry, of all other vices most detested of God,
and Children, of Whole Christendom (an horrible and most dreadful thing to think) have been At once drowned in abominable Idolatry, of all other vices most detested of God,
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then judged harmless, in experience proved not only harmful, but exitious and pestilent, and to the destruction and subversion of all good Religion universally.
then judged harmless, in experience proved not only harmful, but exitious and pestilent, and to the destruction and subversion of all good Religion universally.
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and yet Idolatry by earnest and continual preaching of Gods true Word, and the sincere Gospel of our Saviour Christ, may be kept away for a short time:
and yet Idolatry by earnest and continual preaching of God's true Word, and the sincere Gospel of our Saviour christ, may be kept away for a short time:
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So it is impossible, that (Images once set up and suffered in Temples and Churches) any great Countries, much less the whole World, can any long time be kept from Idolatry.
So it is impossible, that (Images once Set up and suffered in Temples and Churches) any great Countries, much less the Whole World, can any long time be kept from Idolatry.
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At the least, they will not lay such stumbling-blocks and snares for the feet of other Country-men and Ages, which experience hath already proved to have been the ruine of the World.
At the least, they will not lay such stumbling-blocks and snares for the feet of other Countrymen and Ages, which experience hath already proved to have been the ruin of the World.
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yea, infinite if they be suffered, and the warnings of the same stumbling-blocks, and remedies for the said poisons by preaching but few, as is already declared:
yea, infinite if they be suffered, and the Warnings of the same stumbling-blocks, and remedies for the said poisons by preaching but few, as is already declared:
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than to taste of the remedy (as is before partly, and shall hereafter more fully be declared) and so in fine, the poison continually and deeply drunk of many, the remedy seldom and faintly tasted of by a few:
than to taste of the remedy (as is before partly, and shall hereafter more Fully be declared) and so in fine, the poison continually and deeply drunk of many, the remedy seldom and faintly tasted of by a few:
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How can it be but that infinite of the weak and infirm shall be offended, infinite by ruine shall break their necks, infinite by deadly venom be poisoned in their souls? And how is the charity of God,
How can it be but that infinite of the weak and infirm shall be offended, infinite by ruin shall break their necks, infinite by deadly venom be poisoned in their Souls? And how is the charity of God,
or love of our Neighbours in our hearts then, if when we may remove such dangerous stumbling-blocks, such pestilent poisons, we will not remove them? What shall I say of them which will lay stumbling-blocks, where before there was none,
or love of our Neighbours in our hearts then, if when we may remove such dangerous stumbling-blocks, such pestilent poisons, we will not remove them? What shall I say of them which will lay stumbling-blocks, where before there was none,
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and work the danger of their everlasting destruction, for whom our Saviour Christ shed his most precious Blood, where better it were that the Arts of Painting, Plaistering, Carving, Graving,
and work the danger of their everlasting destruction, for whom our Saviour christ shed his most precious Blood, where better it were that the Arts of Painting, Plastering, Carving, Graving,
and Founding, had never been found nor used, than one of them, whose souls in the sight of God are so precious, should by occasion of Image or Picture, perish and be lost.
and Founding, had never been found nor used, than one of them, whose Souls in the sighed of God Are so precious, should by occasion of Image or Picture, perish and be lost.
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and Proclamations of Princes and Emperours, neither extream Punishments and Penalties, nor any other remedy could or can be possibly devised for the avoiding of Idolatry,
and Proclamations of Princes and emperors, neither extreme Punishments and Penalties, nor any other remedy could or can be possibly devised for the avoiding of Idolatry,
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For concerning writing against Images, and Idolatry to them committed, there hath been alledged unto you in the Second Part of this Treatise a great many places out of Tertullian, Origen, Lactantius, S. Augustine, Epiphanius, S. Ambrose, Clemens, and divers other learned and holy Bishops and Doctors of the Church.
For Concerning writing against Images, and Idolatry to them committed, there hath been alleged unto you in the Second Part of this Treatise a great many places out of Tertullian, Origen, Lactantius, S. Augustine, Epiphanius, S. Ambrose, Clemens, and diverse other learned and holy Bishops and Doctors of the Church.
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And besides these, all Histories Ecclesiastical, and Books of other godly and learned Bishops and Doctors are full of notable examples and sentences against Images and the worshipping of them.
And beside these, all Histories Ecclesiastical, and Books of other godly and learned Bishops and Doctors Are full of notable Examples and sentences against Images and the worshipping of them.
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And as they have most earnestly written, so did they sincerely and most diligently in their time teach and preach, according to their writings and examples.
And as they have most earnestly written, so did they sincerely and most diligently in their time teach and preach, according to their writings and Examples.
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For they were then preaching Bishops, and more often seen in Pulpits, than in Princes Palaces, more often occupied in his Legacy, who said, Go ye into the whole world,
For they were then preaching Bishops, and more often seen in Pulpits, than in Princes Palaces, more often occupied in his Legacy, who said, Go you into the Whole world,
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But if their Preachings could not help, much less could their Writings, which do but come to the knowledge of a few that be learned, in comparison to continual Preaching, whereof the whole multitude is partaker.
But if their Preachings could not help, much less could their Writings, which do but come to the knowledge of a few that be learned, in comparison to continual Preaching, whereof the Whole multitude is partaker.
Neither did the Old Fathers, Bishops, and Doctors, severally only by Preaching and Writing, but also together, great numbers of them assembled in Synods and Councils, make Decrees and Ecclesiastical Laws against Images, and the worshipping of them;
Neither did the Old Father's, Bishops, and Doctors, severally only by Preaching and Writing, but also together, great numbers of them assembled in Synods and Councils, make Decrees and Ecclesiastical Laws against Images, and the worshipping of them;
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But all their Writing, Preaching, assembling in Councils, decreeing and making of Laws Ecclesiastical, could nothing help, either to pull down Images, to whom Idolatry was committed,
But all their Writing, Preaching, assembling in Councils, decreeing and making of Laws Ecclesiastical, could nothing help, either to pull down Images, to whom Idolatry was committed,
For those blind Books, and dumb School-masters, I mean Images and Idols (for they call them Lay-mens Books and School-masters) by their carved and painted Writings, teaching and preaching Idolatry, prevailed against all their written Books,
For those blind Books, and dumb Schoolmasters, I mean Images and Idols (for they call them Laymen's Books and Schoolmasters) by their carved and painted Writings, teaching and preaching Idolatry, prevailed against all their written Books,
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and six of them successively reigning one after another (as is in the Histories before rehearsed) making most severe Laws and Proclamations against Idols and Idolatry, Images and the worshipping of Images;
and six of them successively reigning one After Another (as is in the Histories before rehearsed) making most severe Laws and Proclamations against Idols and Idolatry, Images and the worshipping of Images;
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could not bring to pass, that either Images once set up, might throughly be destroyed, or that men should refrain from the worshipping of them, being set up.
could not bring to pass, that either Images once Set up, might thoroughly be destroyed, or that men should refrain from the worshipping of them, being Set up.
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so mighty Emperors, by so severe Laws and Proclamations, so rigorous and extream Punishments and Executions could not stay the People from setting up and worshipping of Images:
so mighty Emperor's, by so severe Laws and Proclamations, so rigorous and extreme Punishments and Executions could not stay the People from setting up and worshipping of Images:
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what will ensue, think you, when men shall commend them as necessary Books of the Laymen? Let us therefore of these latter days learn this Lesson of the Experience of ancient Antiquity, that Idolatry cannot possibly be separated from Images any long time:
what will ensue, think you, when men shall commend them as necessary Books of the Laymen? Let us Therefore of these latter days Learn this lesson of the Experience of ancient Antiquity, that Idolatry cannot possibly be separated from Images any long time:
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for they be altogether naught, as Athanasius in his Book against the Gentiles declareth; and St. Jerome also upon the Prophet Jeremy, the sixth Chapter;
for they be altogether nought, as Athanasius in his Book against the Gentiles Declareth; and Saint Jerome also upon the Prophet Jeremiah, the sixth Chapter;
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and as the invention of them was the beginning of Spiritual Fornication, as the Word of God testifieth, Sap. 14. So will they naturally (as it were of necessity) turn to their origine from whence they came,
and as the invention of them was the beginning of Spiritual Fornication, as the Word of God Testifieth, Sap. 14. So will they naturally (as it were of necessity) turn to their origine from whence they Come,
For if the origine of Images, and worshipping of them, as it is recorded in the eighth Chapter of the Book of Wisdom, began of a blind love of a fond Father, framing for his comfort an Image of his Son, being dead,
For if the origine of Images, and worshipping of them, as it is recorded in the eighth Chapter of the Book of Wisdom, began of a blind love of a found Father, framing for his Comfort an Image of his Son, being dead,
and his Saints, if they be suffered to stand in Churches and Temples publickly? For the greater the opinion is of the Majesty and Holiness of the Person to whom an Image is made, the sooner will the People fall to the worshipping of the said Image.
and his Saints, if they be suffered to stand in Churches and Temples publicly? For the greater the opinion is of the Majesty and Holiness of the Person to whom an Image is made, the sooner will the People fallen to the worshipping of the said Image.
Wherefore the Images God, our Saviour Christ, the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Apostles, Martyrs, and others of notable Holiness, are of all other Images most dangerous for the peril of Idolatry,
Wherefore the Images God, our Saviour christ, the Blessed Virgae Marry, the Apostles, Martyrs, and Others of notable Holiness, Are of all other Images most dangerous for the peril of Idolatry,
For there is no great dread lest any should fall to the worshipping of the Images of Annas, Caiaphas, Pilate, or Judas the Traytor, if they were set up.
For there is no great dread lest any should fallen to the worshipping of the Images of Annas, Caiaphas, Pilate, or Judas the Traitor, if they were Set up.
Now, as was before touched, and is here most largely to be declared, the nature of man is none otherwise bent to worshipping of Images (if he may have them,
Now, as was before touched, and is Here most largely to be declared, the nature of man is none otherwise bent to worshipping of Images (if he may have them,
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Doth not the Word of God call Idolary, spiritual Fornication? Doth it not call a gilt or painted Idol or Image, a Strumpet with a painted Face? Be not the spiritual wickednesses of an Idols inticing like the flatteries of a wanton Harlot? Be not Men and Women as prone to spiritual Fornication (I mean Idolatry) as to carnal Fornication? If this be denied, let all the Nations upon the Earth which have been Idolaters (as by all stories appeareth) prove it true.
Does not the Word of God call Idolatry, spiritual Fornication? Does it not call a gilded or painted Idol or Image, a Strumpet with a painted Face? Be not the spiritual Wickednesses of an Idols enticing like the flatteries of a wanton Harlot? Be not Men and Women as prove to spiritual Fornication (I mean Idolatry) as to carnal Fornication? If this be denied, let all the nations upon the Earth which have been Idolaters (as by all stories appears) prove it true.
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For Princes and Governors, you have the Romans, the rulers of the rost (as they say) you have the same forenamed King Solomon, and all the Kings of Israel and Judah after him, saving David, Ezechias, and Josias, and one or two more.
For Princes and Governors, you have the Roman, the Rulers of the rost (as they say) you have the same forenamed King Solomon, and all the Kings of Israel and Judah After him, Saving David, Hezekiah, and Josiah, and one or two more.
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All these (I say) and infinite others, wise, learned Princes and Governors, being all Idolaters, have you for examples and a proof of mens inclination to Idolatry.
All these (I say) and infinite Others, wise, learned Princes and Governors, being all Idolaters, have you for Examples and a proof of men's inclination to Idolatry.
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That I may pass over with silence in the mean time, infinite multitudes and millions of Idiots and unlearned, the ignorant and gross People, like unto Horses and Mules, in whom is no understanding, whose peril and danger to fall on heaps to Idolatry by occasion of Images, the Scriptures specially foreshew and give warning of.
That I may pass over with silence in the mean time, infinite Multitudes and millions of Idiots and unlearned, the ignorant and gross People, like unto Horses and Mules, in whom is no understanding, whose peril and danger to fallen on heaps to Idolatry by occasion of Images, the Scriptures specially foreshow and give warning of.
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And indeed how should the unlearned, simple, and foolish scape the Nets and Snares of Idols and Images, in the which the wisest and the best learned have been so entangled, trapped,
And indeed how should the unlearned, simple, and foolish escape the Nets and Snares of Idols and Images, in the which the Wisest and the best learned have been so entangled, trapped,
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which the wisdom of God fore-seeing, to the general prohibition, that none should make to themselves any Image or similitude, addeth a cause, depending of mans corrupt Nature.
which the Wisdom of God Foreseeing, to the general prohibition, that none should make to themselves any Image or similitude, adds a cause, depending of men corrupt Nature.
and hating Whoredom, to remove all Strumpets and Harlots, specially out of places notoriously suspected, or resorted unto of naughty packs, for the avoiding of carnal Fornication:
and hating Whoredom, to remove all Strumpets and Harlots, specially out of places notoriously suspected, or resorted unto of naughty packs, for the avoiding of carnal Fornication:
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so it is the duty of the same godly Magistrate, after the examples of the godly Kings, Ezechias and Josias, to drive away all spiritual Harlots (I mean Idols and Images) especially out of suspected places, Churches and Temples, dangerous for Idolatry to be committed to Images placed there,
so it is the duty of the same godly Magistrate, After the Examples of the godly Kings, Hezekiah and Josiah, to drive away all spiritual Harlots (I mean Idols and Images) especially out of suspected places, Churches and Temples, dangerous for Idolatry to be committed to Images placed there,
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as it were in the appointed place and height of Honour and Worship (as St. Augustine saith) where the living God only (and not dead stones and stocks) is to be worshipped:
as it were in the appointed place and height of Honour and Worship (as Saint Augustine Says) where the living God only (and not dead stones and stocks) is to be worshipped:
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And as he were the Enemy of all Honesty, that should bring Strumpets and Harlots out of their secret corners into the Publick Market-place, there freely to dwell and practice their filthy Merchandise:
And as he were the Enemy of all Honesty, that should bring Strumpets and Harlots out of their secret corners into the Public Marketplace, there freely to dwell and practice their filthy Merchandise:
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So is he the Enemy of the true worshipping of God, that bringeth Idols and Images into the Temple and Church, the House of God, there openly to be worshipped,
So is he the Enemy of the true worshipping of God, that brings Idols and Images into the Temple and Church, the House of God, there openly to be worshipped,
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nor his Glory to carved Images, who is as much forsaken, and the bond of love between man and him as much broken by Idolatry, which is spiritual Fornication,
nor his Glory to carved Images, who is as much forsaken, and the bound of love between man and him as much broken by Idolatry, which is spiritual Fornication,
and placeth it in a secret corner: and all the people shall say, Amen. Thus saith God, for at that time no man durst have or worship Images openly, but in corners only:
and places it in a secret corner: and all the people shall say, Amen. Thus Says God, for At that time no man durst have or worship Images openly, but in corners only:
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Now, he that will bring these spiritual Harlots out of their lurking corners, into publick Churches and Temples, that spiritual Fornication may there openly of all Men and Women without shame be committed with them, no doubt that Person is cursed of God,
Now, he that will bring these spiritual Harlots out of their lurking corners, into public Churches and Temples, that spiritual Fornication may there openly of all Men and Women without shame be committed with them, no doubt that Person is cursed of God,
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and yet even in our time in so great light of the Gospel, very many running on heaps by Sea and Land, to the great loss of their time, expence and waste of their Goods, destitution of their Wives, Children,
and yet even in our time in so great Light of the Gospel, very many running on heaps by Sea and Land, to the great loss of their time, expense and waste of their Goods, destitution of their Wives, Children,
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and Families, and danger of their own Bodies and Lives, to Compostella, Rome, Jerusalem, and other far Countries, to visit dumb and dead stocks and stones, doth sufficiently prove the proneness of mans corrupt nature to the seeking of Idols once set up, and the worshipping of them.
and Families, and danger of their own Bodies and Lives, to Compostela, Rome, Jerusalem, and other Far Countries, to visit dumb and dead stocks and stones, does sufficiently prove the proneness of men corrupt nature to the seeking of Idols once Set up, and the worshipping of them.
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And thus as well by the origine and nature of Idols and Images themselves, as by the proneness and inclination of mans corrupt nature to Idolatry, it is evident, that neither Images,
And thus as well by the origine and nature of Idols and Images themselves, as by the proneness and inclination of men corrupt nature to Idolatry, it is evident, that neither Images,
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Now, whereas they yet alledge, that howsoever the People, Princes, Learned, and Wise, of Old time, have fallen into Idolatry by occasion of Images, that yet in our time the most part, specially the learned and wise, of any Authority, take no hurt nor offence by Idols and Images, neither do run into far Countries to them, and worship them:
Now, whereas they yet allege, that howsoever the People, Princes, Learned, and Wise, of Old time, have fallen into Idolatry by occasion of Images, that yet in our time the most part, specially the learned and wise, of any authority, take no hurt nor offence by Idols and Images, neither do run into Far Countries to them, and worship them:
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and that therefore they may justly hold (as was in the beginning of this part by them alledged) that it is not unlawful or wicked absolutely to have Images in Churches and Temples,
and that Therefore they may justly hold (as was in the beginning of this part by them alleged) that it is not unlawful or wicked absolutely to have Images in Churches and Temples,
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But yet afterward the same Solomon suffering his wanton Paramours to bring their Idols into his Court and Palace, was by carnal Harlots perswaded, and brought at the last to the committing of Spiritual Fornication with Idols,
But yet afterwards the same Solomon suffering his wanton Paramours to bring their Idols into his Court and Palace, was by carnal Harlots persuaded, and brought At the last to the committing of Spiritual Fornication with Idols,
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Wherefore it is better even for the wisest to regard this warning, He that loveth danger, shall perish therein: and Let him that standeth beware lest he fall, rather than wittingly and willingly to lay such a stumbling-block for his own feet and others, that may perhaps bring him at last to break neck.
Wherefore it is better even for the Wisest to regard this warning, He that loves danger, shall perish therein: and Let him that Stands beware lest he fallen, rather than wittingly and willingly to lay such a stumbling-block for his own feet and Others, that may perhaps bring him At last to break neck.
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no, is not able to stir, nor once to move, and therefore worse than a vile Worm which can move and creep? The excellent King Josias also did take himself no hurt of Images and Idols,
no, is not able to stir, nor once to move, and Therefore Worse than a vile Worm which can move and creep? The excellent King Josiah also did take himself not hurt of Images and Idols,
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Or rather did he not by his knowledge and authority also succour the ignorance of such as did not know what they were, by utter taking away of all such stumbling-blocks as might be occasion of ruine to his People and Subjects? Will they,
Or rather did he not by his knowledge and Authority also succour the ignorance of such as did not know what they were, by utter taking away of all such stumbling-blocks as might be occasion of ruin to his People and Subject's? Will they,
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because Moses was not seduced by Jethro 's Daughter, nor Boaz by Ruth, being strangers, reason, that all the Jews might break the general Law of God, forbidding his People to joyn their Children in Marriage with strangers,
Because Moses was not seduced by Jethro is Daughter, nor Boaz by Ruth, being Strangers, reason, that all the jews might break the general Law of God, forbidding his People to join their Children in Marriage with Strangers,
if they object that indifferently to all men, which a very few can have without hurt and offence, they seem to take the multitude for vile souls (as he saith in Virgil ) of whose loss and safeguard no reputation is to be had,
if they Object that indifferently to all men, which a very few can have without hurt and offence, they seem to take the multitude for vile Souls (as he Says in Virgil) of whose loss and safeguard no reputation is to be had,
though infinite multitudes besides perish thereby, shew that they put little difference between the multitudes of Christians and brute Beasts, whose danger they do so little esteem.
though infinite Multitudes beside perish thereby, show that they put little difference between the Multitudes of Christians and brutus Beasts, whose danger they do so little esteem.
Besides this, if they be Bishops or Parsons, or otherwise having charge of mens Consciences that thus reason, It is lawful to have Images publickly, though it be not expedient;
Beside this, if they be Bishops or Parsons, or otherwise having charge of men's Consciences that thus reason, It is lawful to have Images publicly, though it be not expedient;
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what manner of Pastors shew they themselves to be to their Flock, which thrust unto them that which they themselves confess not to be expedient for them,
what manner of Pastors show they themselves to be to their Flock, which thrust unto them that which they themselves confess not to be expedient for them,
but to the utter mine of the souls committed to their charge, for whom they shall give a strict account before the Prince of Pastors at the last day? For indeed to object to the weak,
but to the utter mine of the Souls committed to their charge, for whom they shall give a strict account before the Prince of Pastors At the last day? For indeed to Object to the weak,
Is not the publick setting up of them rather a snare for all men, and the tempting of God? I beseech these reasoners to call to mind their own accustomed Ordinance and Decree, whereby they determined that the Scripture,
Is not the public setting up of them rather a snare for all men, and the tempting of God? I beseech these reasoners to call to mind their own accustomed Ordinance and decree, whereby they determined that the Scripture,
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Now, it remaineth for the conclusion of this Treatise, to declare as well the abuse of Churches and Temples, by too costly and sumptuous decking and adorning of them,
Now, it remains for the conclusion of this Treatise, to declare as well the abuse of Churches and Temples, by too costly and sumptuous decking and adorning of them,
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In Tertullian 's time, an hundred and threescore years after Christ, Christians had none other Temples but common Houses, whither they for the most part secretly resorted.
In Tertullian is time, an hundred and threescore Years After christ, Christians had none other Temples but Common Houses, whither they for the most part secretly resorted.
And so far off was it that they had before his time any goodly or gorgeous decked Temples, that Laws were made in Antonius, Verus, and Commodus the Emperors times, that no Christians should dwell in Houses, come in publick baths,
And so Far off was it that they had before his time any goodly or gorgeous decked Temples, that Laws were made in Antonius, Verus, and Commodus the Emperor's times, that no Christians should dwell in Houses, come in public baths,
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As was practised on Apollonius, a Noble Senator of Rome, who being accused of his own Bondman and Slave that he was a Christian, could neither by his defence and apology, learnedly and eloquently written and read publickly in the Senate,
As was practised on Apollonius, a Noble Senator of Rome, who being accused of his own Bondman and Slave that he was a Christian, could neither by his defence and apology, learnedly and eloquently written and read publicly in the Senate,
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so far off was it that they had any publick Temples adorned and decked as they now be, which is here rehearsed to the confutation of those, which report such glorious glossed Fables of the goodly and gorgeous Temple, that St. Peter, Linus, Cletus, and those thirty Bishops their Successors had at Rome, until the time of the Emperor Constantine, and which St. Policarp should have in Asia, or Irenaeus in France, by such lies, contrary to all true Histories, to maintain the superfluous gilding and decking of Temples now adays, wherein they put almost the whole sum and pith of our Religion.
so Far off was it that they had any public Temples adorned and decked as they now be, which is Here rehearsed to the confutation of those, which report such glorious glossed Fables of the goodly and gorgeous Temple, that Saint Peter, Linus, Cletus, and those thirty Bishops their Successors had At Room, until the time of the Emperor Constantine, and which Saint Polycarp should have in Asia, or Irnaeus in France, by such lies, contrary to all true Histories, to maintain the superfluous gild and decking of Temples now adais, wherein they put almost the Whole sum and pith of our Religion.
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But in those times the World was won to Christendom, not by gorgeous, gilded, and painted Temples of Christians, which had scarcely Houses to dwell in:
But in those times the World was wone to Christendom, not by gorgeous, gilded, and painted Temples of Christians, which had scarcely Houses to dwell in:
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And after these times in Maximinian and Constantius the Emperors Proclamation, the places where Christians resorted to publick Prayer, were called Conventicles.
And After these times in Maximinian and Constantius the Emperor's Proclamation, the places where Christians resorted to public Prayer, were called Conventicles.
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And Eusebius himself calleth Churches, Houses of Prayer, and sheweth that in Constantine the Emperors time, all men rejoyced, seeing instead of low Conventicles, which Tyrants had destroyed, high Temples to be builded.
And Eusebius himself calls Churches, Houses of Prayer, and shows that in Constantine the Emperor's time, all men rejoiced, seeing instead of low Conventicles, which Tyrants had destroyed, high Temples to be built.
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A figure whereof remaineth in the Vaults which yet are builded under great Churches, to put us in remembrance of the Old state of the Primitive Church before Constantine. Whereas in Constantine 's time,
A figure whereof remains in the Vaults which yet Are built under great Churches, to put us in remembrance of the Old state of the Primitive Church before Constantine. Whereas in Constantine is time,
and after him, were builded great and goodly Temples for Christians, called Basilicae, either for that the Greeks used to call all great and goodly places Basilicas, or for that the high and everlasting King, God and our Saviour Christ was served in them.
and After him, were built great and goodly Temples for Christians, called Basilicae, either for that the Greeks used to call all great and goodly places Basilicas, or for that the high and everlasting King, God and our Saviour christ was served in them.
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Let St. Jerome (although otherwise too great a liker and allower of external and outward things) be a proof hereof, who hath these words in his Epistle to Demetriades, Let others (saith St. Jerome) build Churches, cover Walls with Tables of Marble, carry together huge Pillars,
Let Saint Jerome (although otherwise too great a liker and allower of external and outward things) be a proof hereof, who hath these words in his Epistle to Demetrius, Let Others (Says Saint Jerome) built Churches, cover Walls with Tables of Marble, carry together huge Pillars,
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But thou hast another way appointed thee, to clothe Christ in the Poor, to visit him in the sick, seed him in the hungry, lodge him in those who do lack harbour,
But thou hast Another Way appointed thee, to cloth christ in the Poor, to visit him in the sick, seed him in the hungry, lodge him in those who do lack harbour,
And the same St. Jerome, toucheth the same matter somewhat more freely in his Treatise of the Life of Clerks to Nepotian, saying thus, Many build Walls, and erect Pillars of Churches, the smooth Marbles do glister, the Roof shineth with Gold, the Altar is set with precious Stones:
And the same Saint Jerome, touches the same matter somewhat more freely in his Treatise of the Life of Clerks to Nepotian, saying thus, Many built Walls, and erect Pillars of Churches, the smooth Marbles do glister, the Roof shines with Gold, the Altar is Set with precious Stones:
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What do we marvel at that which Christ calleth wicked Mammon? Whereto we do so highly esteem and love that which St. Peter doth for a glory testifie that he had not? Hitherto St. Jerome.
What do we marvel At that which christ calls wicked Mammon? Whereto we do so highly esteem and love that which Saint Peter does for a glory testify that he had not? Hitherto Saint Jerome.
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I (saith St. Jerome) do think the Silver wherewith the House of God is decked, to be the Doctrine of the Scriptures, of the which it is spoken, The Doctrine of the Lord is a pure Doctrine, Silver tried in the fire, purged from dross, purified seven times.
I (Says Saint Jerome) do think the Silver wherewith the House of God is decked, to be the Doctrine of the Scriptures, of the which it is spoken, The Doctrine of the Lord is a pure Doctrine, Silver tried in the fire, purged from dross, purified seven times.
No more did the old godly Bishops and Doctors of the Church allow the over-sumptuous Furniture of Temples and Churches, with Plate, Vessels of Gold, Silver, and precious Vestments.
No more did the old godly Bishops and Doctors of the Church allow the over-sumptuous Furniture of Temples and Churches, with Plate, Vessels of Gold, Silver, and precious Vestments.
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For the maintenance of the which Innocentius the Pope pronounceth boldly, that all the customs of the Old Law be not abolished, that we might in such Apparel, of Christians the more willingly become Jewish.
For the maintenance of the which Innocentius the Pope pronounceth boldly, that all the customs of the Old Law be not abolished, that we might in such Apparel, of Christians the more willingly become Jewish.
and Stone, what is it else, but for the further povocation and enticement to spiritual Fornication, to deck spiritual Harlots most costly and wantonly, which the Idolatrous Church understandeth well enough.
and Stone, what is it Else, but for the further povocation and enticement to spiritual Fornication, to deck spiritual Harlots most costly and wantonly, which the Idolatrous Church understands well enough.
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For she being indeed not only an Harlot (as the Scripture calleth her) but also a foul, filthy, old, withered Harlot (for she is indeed of ancient years) and understanding her lack of natural and true Beauty,
For she being indeed not only an Harlot (as the Scripture calls her) but also a foul, filthy, old, withered Harlot (for she is indeed of ancient Years) and understanding her lack of natural and true Beauty,
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and deck and tire her self with Gold, Pearl, Stone, and all kind of precious Jewels, that she shining with the outward beauty and glory of them, may please the foolish phantasie of fond Lovers,
and deck and tire her self with Gold, Pearl, Stone, and all kind of precious Jewels, that she shining with the outward beauty and glory of them, may please the foolish fantasy of found Lovers,
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According as appeareth by the description of the garnishing of the great Strumpet of all strumpets, the Mother of Whoredom, set forth by St. John in his Revelation, who by her glory provoked the Princes of the Earth to commit Whoredom with her.
According as appears by the description of the garnishing of the great Strumpet of all strumpets, the Mother of Whoredom, Set forth by Saint John in his Revelation, who by her glory provoked the Princes of the Earth to commit Whoredom with her.
Whereas on the contrary part, the true Church of God, as a chaste Matron, espoused (as the Scripture teacheth) to one Husband, our Saviour Jesus Christ, whom alone she is content only to please and serve,
Whereas on the contrary part, the true Church of God, as a chaste Matron, espoused (as the Scripture Teaches) to one Husband, our Saviour jesus christ, whom alone she is content only to please and serve,
and looketh not to delight the eyes or phantasies of any other strange Lovers or Wooers, is content with her natural Ornaments, not doubting, by such sincere simplicity best to please him, who can well skill of the difference between a painted Visage, and true natural Beauty.
and looks not to delight the eyes or fantasies of any other strange Lovers or Wooers, is content with her natural Ornament, not doubting, by such sincere simplicity best to please him, who can well skill of the difference between a painted Visage, and true natural Beauty.
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And concerning such glorious gildings and decking of Images, both Gods Word, written in the tenth Chapter of the Prophet Jeremy, and St. Hierom 's Commentaries upon the same, are most worthy to be noted.
And Concerning such glorious gildings and decking of Images, both God's Word, written in the tenth Chapter of the Prophet Jeremiah, and Saint Hieronymus is Commentaries upon the same, Are most worthy to be noted.
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First, the words of the Scripture be these, The work-man with his Ax hewed the timber out of the wood with the work of his hands, he decked it with gold and silver, he joyned it with nails and pins,
First, the words of the Scripture be these, The workman with his Ax hewed the timber out of the wood with the work of his hands, he decked it with gold and silver, he joined it with nails and pins,
And shortly after again, They make great promises, and devise an Image of vain worshipping of their own phantasies, they make great brags to deceive every simple body, they dull and amaze the Ʋnderstanding of the unlearned,
And shortly After again, They make great promises, and devise an Image of vain worshipping of their own fantasies, they make great brags to deceive every simple body, they dull and amaze the Ʋnderstanding of the unlearned,
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that it is an Error which came from the Gentiles, that it perswadeth Religion to remain in Riches, that it amazeth and deceiveth the simple and unlearned with golden sentences,
that it is an Error which Come from the Gentiles, that it Persuadeth Religion to remain in Riches, that it amazes and deceives the simple and unlearned with golden sentences,
Now usually such excessive adorning and decking of Images, hath risen and been maintained, either of Offerings provoked by Superstition and given in Idolatry,
Now usually such excessive adorning and decking of Images, hath risen and been maintained, either of Offerings provoked by Superstition and given in Idolatry,
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or of Spoils, Robberies, Usury, or Goods otherwise unjustly gotten, whereof wicked men have given part to the Images or Saints (as they call them) that they might be pardoned of the whole:
or of Spoils, Robberies, Usury, or Goods otherwise unjustly got, whereof wicked men have given part to the Images or Saints (as they call them) that they might be pardoned of the Whole:
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For how the Lord alloweth such gifts, he declareth evidently in the Prophet Isaiah, saying, I (saith the Lord) do love judgment, and I hate spoil and raveny offered in Sacrifice: which the very Gentiles understood.
For how the Lord alloweth such Gifts, he Declareth evidently in the Prophet Isaiah, saying, I (Says the Lord) do love judgement, and I hate spoil and raveny offered in Sacrifice: which the very Gentiles understood.
For Plato sheweth, That such men as suppose that God doth pardon wicked men, if they give part of their spoils and rapine to him, take him to be like a Dog, that would be entreated and hired with part of the Prey, to suffer the Wolves to worry the Sheep.
For Plato shows, That such men as suppose that God does pardon wicked men, if they give part of their spoils and rapine to him, take him to be like a Dog, that would be entreated and hired with part of the Prey, to suffer the Wolves to worry the Sheep.
And that we may know what, not only men of our Religion, but Ethnicks also, judge of such decking of dead Images, it is not unprofitable to hear what Seneca, a wise and excellent learned Senator of Rome, and Philosopher, saith concerning the foolishness of ancient and grave men, used in his time in worshipping and decking of Images:
And that we may know what, not only men of our Religion, but Ethnics also, judge of such decking of dead Images, it is not unprofitable to hear what Senecca, a wise and excellent learned Senator of Rome, and Philosopher, Says Concerning the foolishness of ancient and grave men, used in his time in worshipping and decking of Images:
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as much in vain, as upon dead men which have no sense? Wherefore it followeth, that there is like foolishness and lewdness in decking of our Images as great Puppets for old Fools,
as much in vain, as upon dead men which have no sense? Wherefore it follows, that there is like foolishness and Lewdness in decking of our Images as great Puppets for old Fools,
Garlands and Coronets be set on their heads, precious Pearls hanging about their necks, their fingers shine with Rings, set with precious Stones, their dead and stiff bodies are clothed with Garments stiff with Gold.
Garlands and Coronets be Set on their Heads, precious Pearls hanging about their necks, their fingers shine with Rings, Set with precious Stones, their dead and stiff bodies Are clothed with Garments stiff with Gold.
an Image with a nice and wanton Apparel and Countenance, more like to Venus or Flora, than Mary Magdalen, or if like to Mary Magdalen, it is when she played the Harlot, rather than when she wept for her sins.
an Image with a Nicaenae and wanton Apparel and Countenance, more like to Venus or Flora, than Marry Magdalen, or if like to Marry Magdalen, it is when she played the Harlot, rather than when she wept for her Sins.
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now reigning in Heaven with God, to their great dishonour, School-masters of such Vanity, which they in their life-time most abhorred? For what Lessons of contempt of Riches,
now reigning in Heaven with God, to their great dishonour, Schoolmasters of such Vanity, which they in their lifetime most abhorred? For what Lessons of contempt of Riches,
and vanity of this World, can such Books, so besmeared with Gold, set with precious Stones, covered with Silks, teach? What Lessons of Soberness and Chastity, can our Women learn of these pictured Scriptures, with their nice Apparel and wanton Looks? But away for shame with these coloured cloaks of Idolatry, of the Books and Scriptures of Images and Pictures, to teach Idiots,
and vanity of this World, can such Books, so besmeared with Gold, Set with precious Stones, covered with Silks, teach? What Lessons of Soberness and Chastity, can our Women Learn of these pictured Scriptures, with their Nicaenae Apparel and wanton Looks? But away for shame with these coloured cloaks of Idolatry, of the Books and Scriptures of Images and Pictures, to teach Idiots,
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Do men, I pray you, when they have the same Books at home with them, run on Pilgrimage to seek like Books at Rome, Compostella, or Jerusalem, to be taught by them,
Do men, I pray you, when they have the same Books At home with them, run on Pilgrimage to seek like Books At Room, Compostela, or Jerusalem, to be taught by them,
and despise and set light by other of the same sort? Do men kneel before their Books, light Candles at Noon-time, burn Incense, offer up Gold and Silver,
and despise and Set Light by other of the same sort? Do men kneel before their Books, Light Candles At Noontime, burn Incense, offer up Gold and Silver,
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and other Gifts to their Books? Do men either feign or believe Miracles to be wrought by their Books? I am sure that the New Testament of our Saviour Jesus Christ, containing the Word of Life, is a more lively, express,
and other Gifts to their Books? Do men either feign or believe Miracles to be wrought by their Books? I am sure that the New Testament of our Saviour jesus christ, containing the Word of Life, is a more lively, express,
and yet none of all these things be done to that Book or Scripture of the Gospel of our Saviour, which be done to Images or Pictures, the Books and Scriptures of Lay-men and Idiots, as they call them.
and yet none of all these things be done to that Book or Scripture of the Gospel of our Saviour, which be done to Images or Pictures, the Books and Scriptures of Laymen and Idiots, as they call them.
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Have not we been much bound, think you, to those which should have taught us the truth out of Gods Book and his Holy Scripture, that they have shut up that Book and Scripture from us,
Have not we been much bound, think you, to those which should have taught us the truth out of God's Book and his Holy Scripture, that they have shut up that Book and Scripture from us,
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as dumb, but more wicked than themselves be? We need not to complain of the lack of one dumb Parson, having so many dumb devilish Vicars (I mean these Idols and painted Puppets) to teach in their stead.
as dumb, but more wicked than themselves be? We need not to complain of the lack of one dumb Parson, having so many dumb devilish Vicars (I mean these Idols and painted Puppets) to teach in their stead.
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Now in the mean season, whilst the dumb and dead Idols stand thus decked and cloathed, contrary to Gods Law and Commandment, the poor Christian People, the lively Images of God, commended to us so tenderly by our Saviour Christ,
Now in the mean season, while the dumb and dead Idols stand thus decked and clothed, contrary to God's Law and Commandment, the poor Christian People, the lively Images of God, commended to us so tenderly by our Saviour christ,
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That Serpent the Devil, doth by the mouth of certain men utter these words, We for the honour of the invisible God, do worship visible Images: which doubtless is most false.
That Serpent the devil, does by the Mouth of certain men utter these words, We for the honour of the invisible God, do worship visible Images: which doubtless is most false.
If you will therefore truly honour the Image of God, we do declare to you the truth, that ye do well to man, who is made after the Image of God, that you give honour and reverence to him,
If you will Therefore truly honour the Image of God, we do declare to you the truth, that you do well to man, who is made After the Image of God, that you give honour and Reverence to him,
and refresh the hungry with meat, the thirsty with drink, the naked with clothes, the sick with attendance, the stranger harbourless with lodging, the Prisoners with necessaries:
and refresh the hungry with meat, the thirsty with drink, the naked with clothes, the sick with attendance, the stranger harbourless with lodging, the Prisoners with necessaries:
And these things are so directly appertaining to Gods Honour, that whosoever doth not this, shall seem to have reproached and done villany to the Image of God.
And these things Are so directly appertaining to God's Honour, that whosoever does not this, shall seem to have reproached and done villainy to the Image of God.
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and to honour vain and dead figures of God, and to despise man, in whom is the true Image of God? And by and by after, he saith, Ʋnderstand ye therefore that this is the suggestion of the Serpent Satan, lurking within you, which perswadeth you that you are godly,
and to honour vain and dead figures of God, and to despise man, in whom is the true Image of God? And by and by After, he Says, Ʋnderstand you Therefore that this is the suggestion of the Serpent Satan, lurking within you, which Persuadeth you that you Are godly,
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Note, I pray you, how this most ancient and learned Doctor, within one hundred years of our Saviour Christs time, most plainly teacheth, that no service of God,
Note, I pray you, how this most ancient and learned Doctor, within one hundred Years of our Saviour Christ time, most plainly Teaches, that no service of God,
but in succouring of the Poor, the lively Images of God, according to St. James, who saith, This is the pure and true Religion before God the Father, to succour fatherless and motherless Children,
but in succouring of the Poor, the lively Images of God, according to Saint James, who Says, This is the pure and true Religion before God the Father, to succour fatherless and motherless Children,
and wicked Idolatry, to dally and play with) nor in kissing of them, capping, kneeling, offering to them, incensing of them, setting up of Candles, hanging up of Legs, Arms,
and wicked Idolatry, to dally and play with) nor in kissing of them, capping, kneeling, offering to them, incensing of them, setting up of Candles, hanging up of Legs, Arms,
but with their pains and cost purchase to themselves Gods wrath and utter indignation, and everlasting damnation both of Body and Soul. For ye have heard it evidently proved in these Homilies against Idolatry, by Gods Word, the Doctors of the Church, Ecclesiastical Histories, Reason,
but with their pains and cost purchase to themselves God's wrath and utter Indignation, and everlasting damnation both of Body and Soul. For you have herd it evidently proved in these Homilies against Idolatry, by God's Word, the Doctors of the Church, Ecclesiastical Histories, Reason,
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and Experience, that Images have been and be Worshipped, and so Idolatry committed to them by infinite multitudes, to the great offence of Gods Majesty,
and Experience, that Images have been and be Worshipped, and so Idolatry committed to them by infinite Multitudes, to the great offence of God's Majesty,
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and the danger of infinite Souls, and that Idolatry cannot possibly be separated from Images set up in Churches and Temples, gilded and decked gloriously,
and the danger of infinite Souls, and that Idolatry cannot possibly be separated from Images Set up in Churches and Temples, gilded and decked gloriously,
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And all those names of abomination, which Gods Word in the Holy Scriptures giveth to the Idols of the Gentiles, appertain to our Images, being Idols like to them,
And all those names of abomination, which God's Word in the Holy Scriptures gives to the Idols of the Gentiles, appertain to our Images, being Idols like to them,
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And Gods own mouth in the Holy Scriptures calleth them Vanities, Lies, Deceits, Uncleanness, Filthiness, Dung, Mischief, and Abomination before the Lord.
And God's own Mouth in the Holy Scriptures calls them Vanities, Lies, Deceits, Uncleanness, Filthiness, Dung, Mischief, and Abomination before the Lord.
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Wherefore Gods horrible wrath, and our most dreadful danger cannot be avoided, without the destruction and utter abolishing of all Images and Idols our of the Church and Temple of God, which to accomplish, God put in the minds of all Christian Princes.
Wherefore God's horrible wrath, and our most dreadful danger cannot be avoided, without the destruction and utter abolishing of all Images and Idols our of the Church and Temple of God, which to accomplish, God put in the minds of all Christian Princes.
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and let us have no strange gods, but one only God, who made us when we were nothing, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who redeemed us when we were lost,
and let us have no strange God's, but one only God, who made us when we were nothing, the Father of our Lord jesus christ, who redeemed us when we were lost,
nor by Images or Idols, which he hath most strictly forbidden, neither in kneeling, lighting of Candles, burning of Incense, offering up of Gifts unto Images and Idols, to believe that we shall please him,
nor by Images or Idols, which he hath most strictly forbidden, neither in kneeling, lighting of Candles, burning of Incense, offering up of Gifts unto Images and Idols, to believe that we shall please him,
as the faithful Servants of God, according to Gods Word, mercifully upon poor Men and Women, Fatherless Children, Widows, sick Persons, Strangers, Prisoners,
as the faithful Servants of God, according to God's Word, mercifully upon poor Men and Women, Fatherless Children, Widows, sick Persons, Strangers, Prisoners,
and such others that be in any necessity, that ye may at that great day of the Lord, hear that most blessed and comfortable saying of our Saviour Christ:
and such Others that be in any necessity, that you may At that great day of the Lord, hear that most blessed and comfortable saying of our Saviour christ:
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and Advocate, to whom with the Holy Ghost, one immortal, invisible, and most glorious God, be all Honour and Thanksgiving, and Glory, World without end. Amen.
and Advocate, to whom with the Holy Ghost, one immortal, invisible, and most glorious God, be all Honour and Thanksgiving, and Glory, World without end. Amen.
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or to have any Solemn Assembly to treat and talk of any matter, they will have their Houses, which they keep in continual reparations, to be clean and fine,
or to have any Solemn Assembly to Treat and talk of any matter, they will have their Houses, which they keep in continual reparations, to be clean and fine,
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and was the Mother Church of all Jewry, fell sometimes into decay, and was oftentimes profaned and defiled, through the negligence and ungodliness of such as had the charge thereof.
and was the Mother Church of all Jewry, fell sometime into decay, and was oftentimes profaned and defiled, through the negligence and ungodliness of such as had the charge thereof.
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We read in the fourth Book of the Kings, how that King Joas, being a godly Prince, gave commandment to the Priests, to convert certain Offerings of the People towards the reparation and amendment of Gods Temple.
We read in the fourth Book of the Kings, how that King Joash, being a godly Prince, gave Commandment to the Priests, to convert certain Offerings of the People towards the reparation and amendment of God's Temple.
Like commandment gave that most godly King Josias, concerning the reparation and re-edification of Gods Temple, which in his time he found in sore decay.
Like Commandment gave that most godly King Josiah, Concerning the reparation and re-edification of God's Temple, which in his time he found in soar decay.
It hath pleased Almighty God, that these Histories touching the re-edifying and repairing of his Holy Temple, should be written at large, to the end we should be taught thereby:
It hath pleased Almighty God, that these Histories touching the re-edifying and repairing of his Holy Temple, should be written At large, to the end we should be taught thereby:
And seco•d•• he is highly pleased with all those, which diligen•ly and zealously go about to amend and restore such places as are appointed for the Congregation of Gods People to resort unto,
And seco•d•• he is highly pleased with all those, which diligen•ly and zealously go about to amend and restore such places as Are appointed for the Congregation of God's People to resort unto,
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By these Plagues which God laid upon his People for neglecting of his Temple, it may evidently appear that God will have his Temple, his Church, the place where his Congregation shall resort to magnifie him,
By these Plagues which God laid upon his People for neglecting of his Temple, it may evidently appear that God will have his Temple, his Church, the place where his Congregation shall resort to magnify him,
Some neither regarding godliness, nor the place of godly exercise, will say, The Temple in the Old Law was commanded to be built and repaired by God himself,
some neither regarding godliness, nor the place of godly exercise, will say, The Temple in the Old Law was commanded to be built and repaired by God himself,
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First, that our Churches are not destitute of Promises, forasmuch as our Saviour Christ saith, Where two or three are gathered together in my Name, there am I in the midst among them.
First, that our Churches Are not destitute of Promises, forasmuch as our Saviour christ Says, Where two or three Are gathered together in my Name, there am I in the midst among them.
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A great number therefore coming to Church together in the name of Christ, have there, that is to say in the Church, their God and Saviour Jesus Christ present among the Congregation of his faithful People, by his grace, by his favour and godly assistance, according to his most assured and comfortable promises.
A great number Therefore coming to Church together in the name of christ, have there, that is to say in the Church, their God and Saviour jesus christ present among the Congregation of his faithful People, by his grace, by his favour and godly assistance, according to his most assured and comfortable promises.
Not meaning hereby, that the Lord, whom the Heaven of heavens is not able to hold or comprise, doth dwell in the Church of Lime and Stone, made with mans hands,
Not meaning hereby, that the Lord, whom the Heaven of heavens is not able to hold or comprise, does dwell in the Church of Lime and Stone, made with men hands,
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Secondly, that there the blessed Sacraments, which our Lord and Saviour Christ Jesus hath ordained and appointed, should be duly, reverently, and decently ministred.
Secondly, that there the blessed Sacraments, which our Lord and Saviour christ jesus hath ordained and appointed, should be duly, reverently, and decently ministered.
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Thirdly, that there the whole multitude of Gods People in the Parish, should with one voice and heart call upon the Name of God, magnifie and praise the Name of God, render earnest and hearty thanks to our Heavenly Father for his heap of benefits daily and plentifully poured upon us, not forgetting to bestow our Alms upon Gods Poor, to the intent God may bless us the more richly.
Thirdly, that there the Whole multitude of God's People in the Parish, should with one voice and heart call upon the Name of God, magnify and praise the Name of God, render earnest and hearty thanks to our Heavenly Father for his heap of benefits daily and plentifully poured upon us, not forgetting to bestow our Alms upon God's Poor, to the intent God may bless us the more richly.
Wherefore all they that have little mind or devotion to repair and build Gods Temple, are to be counted People of much ungodliness, spurning against good Order in Christs Church, despising the true honour of God, with evil examples, offending and hindring their Neighbours otherwise well and godlily disposed.
Wherefore all they that have little mind or devotion to repair and built God's Temple, Are to be counted People of much ungodliness, spurning against good Order in Christ Church, despising the true honour of God, with evil Examples, offending and hindering their Neighbours otherwise well and godlily disposed.
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For if it had not been sin to neglect and slightly regard the re-edifying and building up again of his Temple, God would not have been so much grieved,
For if it had not been since to neglect and slightly regard the re-edifying and building up again of his Temple, God would not have been so much grieved,
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Yea, if his Barn where he keepeth his Corn be out of reparations, what diligence useth he to make it in perfect state again? If his Stable for his Horse,
Yea, if his Barn where he Keepeth his Corn be out of reparations, what diligence uses he to make it in perfect state again? If his Stable for his Horse,
and be forgetful towards the House of God, wherein be treated the words of our eternal Salvation, wherein be ministred the Sacraments and Mysteries of our Redemption? The Fountain of our Regeneration is there presented unto us, the partaking of the Body and Blood of our Saviour Christ, is there offered unto us:
and be forgetful towards the House of God, wherein be treated the words of our Eternal Salvation, wherein be ministered the Sacraments and Mysteres of our Redemption? The Fountain of our Regeneration is there presented unto us, the partaking of the Body and Blood of our Saviour christ, is there offered unto us:
so when Gods House, the Church, is well adorned, with places convenient to sit in, with the Pulpit for the Preacher, with the Lords Table for the Ministration of his Holy Supper, with the Font to Christen in,
so when God's House, the Church, is well adorned, with places convenient to fit in, with the Pulpit for the Preacher, with the lords Table for the Ministration of his Holy Supper, with the Font to christian in,
With what earnestness, with what vehement zeal did our Saviour Christ drive the buyers and sellers out of the Temple of God, and hurled down the Tables of the changers of Mony,
With what earnestness, with what vehement zeal did our Saviour christ drive the buyers and sellers out of the Temple of God, and hurled down the Tables of the changer's of Money,
and the Seats of the Dove-sellers, and could not abide any man to carry a Vessel through the Temple? He told them that they had made his Fathers House a Den of Thieves, partly through their Superstition, Hypocrisie, false Worship, false Doctrine,
and the Seats of the Dove-sellers, and could not abide any man to carry a Vessel through the Temple? He told them that they had made his Father's House a Den of Thieves, partly through their Superstition, Hypocrisy, false Worship, false Doctrine,
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What dens of Thieves the Churches of England have been made by the blasphemous buying and selling the most precious Body and Blood of Christ in the Mass,
What dens of Thieves the Churches of England have been made by the blasphemous buying and selling the most precious Body and Blood of christ in the Mass,
as the World was made to believe, as Diriges, at Months minds, at Trentals, in Abbeys and Chantries, besides other horrible abuses (Gods Holy Name be blessed for ever) which we now see and understand.
as the World was made to believe, as Dirges, At Months minds, At Trentals, in Abbeys and Chantries, beside other horrible Abuses (God's Holy Name be blessed for ever) which we now see and understand.
All these abominations, they that supply the room of Christ, have cleansed and purged the Churches of England of, taking away all such fulsomness and filthiness,
All these abominations, they that supply the room of christ, have cleansed and purged the Churches of England of, taking away all such fulsomeness and filthiness,
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Wherefore, O ye good Christian People, ye dearly beloved in Christ Jesus, ye that glory not in worldly and vain Religion, in phantastical adorning and decking,
Wherefore, Oh you good Christian People, you dearly Beloved in christ jesus, you that glory not in worldly and vain Religion, in fantastical adorning and decking,
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but rejoyce in heart to see the glory of God truly set forth, and the Churches restored to their ancient and godly use, render your hearty thanks to the goodness of Almighty God, who hath in our days stirred up the hearts not only of his godly Preachers and Ministers,
but rejoice in heart to see the glory of God truly Set forth, and the Churches restored to their ancient and godly use, render your hearty thanks to the Goodness of Almighty God, who hath in our days stirred up the hearts not only of his godly Preachers and Ministers,
But have God in your heart, be obedient to his blessed Will, bind your selves every Man and Woman, to your power, toward the reparations and clean keeping of the Church, to the intent that ye may be partakers of Gods manifold Blessings,
But have God in your heart, be obedient to his blessed Will, bind your selves every Man and Woman, to your power, towards the reparations and clean keeping of the Church, to the intent that you may be partakers of God's manifold Blessings,
and that ye may be the better encouraged to resort to your Parish Church, there to learn your Duty towards God and your Neighbour, there to be present and partakers of Christs Holy Sacraments, there to render thanks to your Heavenly Father for the manifold benefits which he daily poureth upon you, there to pray together,
and that you may be the better encouraged to resort to your Parish Church, there to Learn your Duty towards God and your Neighbour, there to be present and partakers of Christ Holy Sacraments, there to render thanks to your Heavenly Father for the manifold benefits which he daily pours upon you, there to pray together,
These works the Apostle calleth good works, saying, We are Gods workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to good works, which God hath ordained that we should walk in them.
These works the Apostle calls good works, saying, We Are God's workmanship, created in christ jesus to good works, which God hath ordained that we should walk in them.
and so consequently everlasting life, for that were meer Blasphemy against Gods mercy, and great derogation to the blood-shedding of our Saviour Jesus Christ.
and so consequently everlasting life, for that were mere Blasphemy against God's mercy, and great derogation to the bloodshedding of our Saviour jesus christ.
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For it is of the free grace and mercy of God, by the mediation of the Blood of his Son Jesus Christ, without merit or deserving on our part, that our sins are forgiven us, that we are reconciled and brought again into his favour,
For it is of the free grace and mercy of God, by the mediation of the Blood of his Son jesus christ, without merit or deserving on our part, that our Sins Are forgiven us, that we Are reconciled and brought again into his favour,
Let us not therefore be slack to do good works, seeing it is the will of God that we should walk in them, assuring our selves that at the last day, every man shall receive of God for his labour done in true Faith, a greater reward than his works have deserved.
Let us not Therefore be slack to do good works, seeing it is the will of God that we should walk in them, assuring our selves that At the last day, every man shall receive of God for his labour done in true Faith, a greater reward than his works have deserved.
First, to remove out of the way of the simple and unlearned, this dangerous stumbling-block, that any man should go about to purchase or buy Heaven with his works.
First, to remove out of the Way of the simple and unlearned, this dangerous stumbling-block, that any man should go about to purchase or buy Heaven with his works.
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for causes which hereafter shall be declared, then it is called a private Fast: But when the whole multitude of Men, Women, and Children, in a Township or City,
for Causes which hereafter shall be declared, then it is called a private Fast: But when the Whole multitude of Men, Women, and Children, in a Township or city,
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because Almighty God appointed that day to be a cleansing day, a day of atonement, a time of reconciliation, a day wherein the People were cleansed from their sins.
Because Almighty God appointed that day to be a cleansing day, a day of atonement, a time of reconciliation, a day wherein the People were cleansed from their Sins.
The order and manner how it was done, is written in the xvi. and xxiii. Chapters of Leviticus. That day the People did lament, mourn, weep, and bewail their former sins.
The order and manner how it was done, is written in the xvi. and xxiii. Chapters of Leviticus. That day the People did lament, mourn, weep, and bewail their former Sins.
The Jews notwithstanding had more times of common Fasting, which the Prophet Zachary reciteth to be the fast of the fourth, the fast of the fifth, the fast of the seventh,
The jews notwithstanding had more times of Common Fasting, which the Prophet Zachary reciteth to be the fast of the fourth, the fast of the fifth, the fast of the seventh,
and the fast of the tenth Month. But for that it appeareth not in the Law when they were instituted, it is to be judged, that those other times of Fasting, more than the Fast of the seventh month, were ordained among the Jews by the appointment of their Governors, rather of Devotion,
and the fast of the tenth Monn But for that it appears not in the Law when they were instituted, it is to be judged, that those other times of Fasting, more than the Fast of the seventh Monn, were ordained among the jews by the appointment of their Governors, rather of Devotion,
Upon the Ordinance of this general Fast, good men took occasion to appoint to themselves private Fasts, at such times as they did either earnestly lament and bewail their sinful lives,
Upon the Ordinance of this general Fast, good men took occasion to appoint to themselves private Fasts, At such times as they did either earnestly lament and bewail their sinful lives,
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This sorrowfulness of Heart, joyned with Fasting, they uttered sometimes by their outward behaviour and gesture of Body, putting on Sackcloth, sprinkling themselves with ashes and dust,
This sorrowfulness of Heart, joined with Fasting, they uttered sometime by their outward behaviour and gesture of Body, putting on sackcloth, sprinkling themselves with Ashes and dust,
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This being done seriously, their mind is so occupied, partly with sorrow and heaviness, partly with an earnest desire to be delivered from this danger of Hell and Damnation, that all desire of meat and drink is laid apart,
This being done seriously, their mind is so occupied, partly with sorrow and heaviness, partly with an earnest desire to be Delivered from this danger of Hell and Damnation, that all desire of meat and drink is laid apart,
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When forty thousand of the Israelites were slain in Battel against the Benjamites, the Scripture saith, All the Children of Israel, and the whole multitude of the People went to Bethel, and sate there weeping before the Lord,
When forty thousand of the Israelites were slave in Battle against the Benjamites, the Scripture Says, All the Children of Israel, and the Whole multitude of the People went to Bethel, and sat there weeping before the Lord,
But if any man will say, it is true, so they fasted indeed, but we are not now under the yoke of the Law, we are set at liberty by the freedom of the Gospel:
But if any man will say, it is true, so they fasted indeed, but we Are not now under the yoke of the Law, we Are Set At liberty by the freedom of the Gospel:
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Our Saviour Christ, like a good Master, defendeth the Innocency of his Disciples against the malice of the arrogant Pharisees, and proveth that his Disciples are not guilty of transgressing any jot of Gods Law,
Our Saviour christ, like a good Master, defendeth the Innocency of his Disciples against the malice of the arrogant Pharisees, and Proves that his Disciples Are not guilty of transgressing any jot of God's Law,
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Superstition, because they put a Religion in their doings, and ascribed holiness to the outward work wrought, not regarding to what end Fasting is ordained.
Superstition, Because they put a Religion in their doings, and ascribed holiness to the outward work wrought, not regarding to what end Fasting is ordained.
Again, having before their eyes also the great abuses of the same crept into the Church at those days, through the negligence of them which should have taught the People the right use thereof,
Again, having before their eyes also the great Abuses of the same crept into the Church At those days, through the negligence of them which should have taught the People the right use thereof,
to reform the said abuses, and to restore this so good and godly a work, to the true use thereof, decreed in that Council, that every Person as well in his private as publick Fast, should continue all the day without meat and drink, till after the Evening Prayer.
to reform the said Abuses, and to restore this so good and godly a work, to the true use thereof, decreed in that Council, that every Person as well in his private as public Fast, should continue all the day without meat and drink, till After the Evening Prayer.
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as to love God above all things, to love thy Neighbour as thy self, to honour thy Father and Mother, to honour the higher Powers, to give to every man that which is his due, and such like.
as to love God above all things, to love thy Neighbour as thy self, to honour thy Father and Mother, to honour the higher Powers, to give to every man that which is his endue, and such like.
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and is altogether derogatory to the merits of Christs death, and his precious bloodshedding. This doth the Parable of the Pharisee and the Publican teach.
and is altogether derogatory to the merits of Christ death, and his precious bloodshedding. This does the Parable of the Pharisee and the Publican teach.
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and righteous man, such a one as i• not spotted with those vices that men commonly are infected with, Extortion, Bribery, polling and pilling their Neighbour, robbers and spoilers of Common-weals, crafty,
and righteous man, such a one as i• not spotted with those vices that men commonly Are infected with, Extortion, Bribery, polling and pilling their Neighbour, robbers and spoilers of Commonweals, crafty,
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and subtil in chopping and changing, using false Weights, and detestable Perjury in their buying and selling, Fornicators, Adulterers, and vicious Livers.
and subtle in chopping and changing, using false Weights, and detestable Perjury in their buying and selling, Fornicators, Adulterers, and vicious Livers.
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The Pharisee was no such man, neither faulty in any such like notorious Crime. But where other transgressed by leaving things undone, which yet the Law required:
The Pharisee was no such man, neither faulty in any such like notorious Crime. But where other transgressed by leaving things undone, which yet the Law required:
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Now, because the Pharisee directeth his works to an evil end, seeking by them justification, which indeed is the proper work of God without our merits, his Fasting twice in the week,
Now, Because the Pharisee directeth his works to an evil end, seeking by them justification, which indeed is the proper work of God without our merits, his Fasting twice in the Week,
though we Fast as oft as did either St. Paul or John Baptist, and keep it as strictly as did the Ninevites: yet shall it be not only unprofitable to us,
though we Fast as oft as did either Saint Paul or John Baptist, and keep it as strictly as did the Ninevites: yet shall it be not only unprofitable to us,
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And therefore he inveigheth most sharply against them, saying by the mouth of the Prophet Isaiah, Behold, when you fast, your lust remaineth still, for ye do no less violence to your debtors.
And Therefore he inveigheth most sharply against them, saying by the Mouth of the Prophet Isaiah, Behold, when you fast, your lust remains still, for you do no less violence to your debtors.
it is our part to rent our Hearts, and not our Garments, as we are advertised by the Prophet Joel; that is, our sorrow and mourning must be inward in heart,
it is our part to rend our Hearts, and not our Garments, as we Are advertised by the Prophet Joel; that is, our sorrow and mourning must be inward in heart,
The same two Apostles fasted for the like purpose, when they commended to God, by their earnest Prayers, the Congregations that were at Antioch, Pisidia, Iconium, and Lystra, as we read in the Acts of the Apostles.
The same two Apostles fasted for the like purpose, when they commended to God, by their earnest Prayers, the Congregations that were At Antioch, Pisidia, Iconium, and Lystra, as we read in the Acts of the Apostles.
when we confess and acknowledge our sins unto him, and are inwardly touched with sorrowfulness of heart, bewailing the same in the affliction of our Bodies.
when we confess and acknowledge our Sins unto him, and Are inwardly touched with sorrowfulness of heart, bewailing the same in the affliction of our Bodies.
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and to our comforts, that after the race of this wretched life, we may live everlastingly with thee in thy Heavenly Kingdom, not for the merits and worthiness of our works,
and to our comforts, that After the raze of this wretched life, we may live everlastingly with thee in thy Heavenly Kingdom, not for the merits and worthiness of our works,
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IN the former Homily (beloved) was shewed, that among the People of the Jews, Fasting as it was commanded them from God by Moses, was to abstain the whole day, from Morning till Night, from Meat, Drink,
IN the former Homily (Beloved) was showed, that among the People of the jews, Fasting as it was commanded them from God by Moses, was to abstain the Whole day, from Morning till Night, from Meat, Drink,
and all manner of Food, that nourisheth the Body, and that whoso tasted ought before the Evening, on the day appointed to Fasting, was accounted among them a breaker of his Fast.
and all manner of Food, that Nourishes the Body, and that whoso tasted ought before the Evening, on the day appointed to Fasting, was accounted among them a breaker of his Fast.
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yet that it was so among Gods People (I mean the Jews) whom before the coming of our Saviour Christ, God did vouchsafe to chuse unto himself, a peculiar People above all other Nations of the Earth,
yet that it was so among God's People (I mean the jews) whom before the coming of our Saviour christ, God did vouchsafe to choose unto himself, a peculiar People above all other nations of the Earth,
and that our Saviour Christ so understood it, and the Apostles after Christs Ascension did so use it, was there sufficiently proved by the Testimonies and Examples of the Holy Scriptures,
and that our Saviour christ so understood it, and the Apostles After Christ Ascension did so use it, was there sufficiently proved by the Testimonies and Examples of the Holy Scriptures,
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for things which of their own proper nature be meer and indifferent, can bind the Conscience of Christian men to a perpetual observation and keeping thereof,
for things which of their own proper nature be mere and indifferent, can bind the Conscience of Christian men to a perpetual observation and keeping thereof,
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But first an Answer shall be made to a Question that some may make, demanding what judgment we ought to have of such abstinences as are appointed by publick Order and Laws made by Princes,
But First an Answer shall be made to a Question that Some may make, demanding what judgement we ought to have of such abstinences as Are appointed by public Order and Laws made by Princes,
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and for the increase of Fisher-men, of whom do spring Mariners to go upon the Sea, to the furnishing of the Navy of the Realm, whereby not only Commodities of other Countries may be transported,
and for the increase of Fishermen, of whom do spring Mariners to go upon the Sea, to the furnishing of the Navy of the Realm, whereby not only Commodities of other Countries may be transported,
For the better understanding of this Question, it is necessary that we make a difference between the Policies of Princes, made for the ordering of their Commonweals, in provision of things serving to the most sure defence of their Subjects and Countries,
For the better understanding of this Question, it is necessary that we make a difference between the Policies of Princes, made for the ordering of their Commonweals, in provision of things serving to the most sure defence of their Subject's and Countries,
Positive Laws made by Princes, for conservation of their Policy, not repugnant unto Gods Law, ought of all Christian Subjects with reverence of the Magistrate to be obeyed, not only for fear of Punishment, but also (as the Apostle saith) for conscience sake. Conscience, I say, not of the thing which of its own nature is indifferent,
Positive Laws made by Princes, for conservation of their Policy, not repugnant unto God's Law, ought of all Christian Subjects with Reverence of the Magistrate to be obeyed, not only for Fear of Punishment, but also (as the Apostle Says) for conscience sake. Conscience, I say, not of the thing which of its own nature is indifferent,
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By which positive Laws, though we Subjects for certain times and days appointed, be restrained from some kinds of Meats and Drink, which God by his Holy Word hath left free to be taken and used of all men with thanksgiving in all places, and at all times:
By which positive Laws, though we Subject's for certain times and days appointed, be restrained from Some Kinds of Meats and Drink, which God by his Holy Word hath left free to be taken and used of all men with thanksgiving in all places, and At all times:
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yet for that such Laws of Princes and other Magistrates are not made to put Holiness in one kind of Meat and Drink more than another, to make one day more holy than another,
yet for that such Laws of Princes and other Magistrates Are not made to put Holiness in one kind of Meat and Drink more than Another, to make one day more holy than Another,
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but are grounded meerly upon Policy, all Subjects are bound in Conscience to keep them by Gods Commandment, who by the Apostle willeth all without exception, to submit themselves unto the Authority of the Higher Powers.
but Are grounded merely upon Policy, all Subject's Are bound in Conscience to keep them by God's Commandment, who by the Apostle wills all without exception, to submit themselves unto the authority of the Higher Powers.
as we be, we have great occasion in reason to take the Commodities of the Water, which Almighty God by his Divine Providence hath laid so nigh unto us, whereby the increase of Victuals upon the Land may the better be spared and cherished, to the sooner reducing of Victuals to a more moderate price, to the better sustenance of the Poor.
as we be, we have great occasion in reason to take the Commodities of the Water, which Almighty God by his Divine Providence hath laid so High unto us, whereby the increase of Victuals upon the Land may the better be spared and cherished, to the sooner reducing of Victuals to a more moderate price, to the better sustenance of the Poor.
And doubtless he seemeth to be too dainty an English-man, who considering the great Commodities which may ensue, will not forbear some piece of his licentious Appetite upon the Ordinance of his Prince, with the consent of the Wise of the Realm.
And doubtless he seems to be too dainty an Englishman, who considering the great Commodities which may ensue, will not forbear Some piece of his licentious Appetite upon the Ordinance of his Prince, with the consent of the Wise of the Realm.
What good English heart would not wish that the old ancient glory should return to the Realm, wherein it hath with great commendations excelled before our days, in the furniture of the Navy of the same? What will more daunt the Hearts of the Adversaries,
What good English heart would not wish that the old ancient glory should return to the Realm, wherein it hath with great commendations excelled before our days, in the furniture of the Navy of the same? What will more daunt the Hearts of the Adversaries,
than to see us well fenced and armed on the Sea, as we be reported to be on the Land? If the Prince requested our obedience to forbear one day from flesh more than we do,
than to see us well fenced and armed on the Sea, as we be reported to be on the Land? If the Prince requested our Obedience to forbear one day from Flesh more than we do,
and to be be contented with one meal in the same day, should not our own Commodity thereby perswade us to subjection? But now that two meals be permitted on that day to be used, which sometime our Elders in very great numbers in the Realm did use with one only spare meal, and that in Fish only:
and to be be contented with one meal in the same day, should not our own Commodity thereby persuade us to subjection? But now that two meals be permitted on that day to be used, which sometime our Elders in very great numbers in the Realm did use with one only spare meal, and that in Fish only:
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If they be our Neighbours, why should we not wish them to prosper? If they be our defence as nighest at hand to repel the Enemy, to keep out the rage of the Seas, which else would break in upon our fair Pastures,
If they be our Neighbours, why should we not wish them to prosper? If they be our defence as nighest At hand to repel the Enemy, to keep out the rage of the Seas, which Else would break in upon our fair Pastures,
why should we not cherish them? Neither do we urge that in the Ecclesiastical Policy, prescribing a form of Fasting, to humble our selves in the sight of Almighty God, that that Order which was used among the Jews,
why should we not cherish them? Neither do we urge that in the Ecclesiastical Policy, prescribing a from of Fasting, to humble our selves in the sighed of Almighty God, that that Order which was used among the jews,
yea, it were the very way to bring us which are set at liberty by the freedom of Christs Gospel, into the bondage of the Law again, which God forbid that any man should attempt or purpose.
yea, it were the very Way to bring us which Are Set At liberty by the freedom of Christ Gospel, into the bondage of the Law again, which God forbid that any man should attempt or purpose.
yet tending to Superstition, our Saviour Christ altered and changed the same in his Church, into a profitable Sacrament, the Sacrament of our Regeneration or New Birth.
yet tending to Superstition, our Saviour christ altered and changed the same in his Church, into a profitable Sacrament, the Sacrament of our Regeneration or New Birth.
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This Authority to mitigate Laws and Decrees Ecclesiastical, the Apostles practised, when they, writing from Jerusalem unto the Congregation that was at Antioch, signified unto them that they would not lay any further burthen upon them, but these necessaries:
This authority to mitigate Laws and Decrees Ecclesiastical, the Apostles practised, when they, writing from Jerusalem unto the Congregation that was At Antioch, signified unto them that they would not lay any further burden upon them, but these necessaries:
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This Authority to change the Orders, Decrees, and Constitutions of the Church, was after the Apostles time used of the Fathers about the manner of Fasting,
This authority to change the Order, Decrees, and Constitutions of the Church, was After the Apostles time used of the Father's about the manner of Fasting,
as it appeareth in the Tripartite History, where it is thus written, Touching Fasting, we find that it was diversly used in divers places by divers men.
as it appears in the Tripartite History, where it is thus written, Touching Fasting, we find that it was diversely used in diverse places by diverse men.
For they at Rome fast three weeks together before Easter, saving upon the Saturdays and Sundays, which Fast they call Lent. And after a few lines in the same place, it followeth:
For they At Room fast three weeks together before Easter, Saving upon the Saturdays and Sundays, which Fast they call Lent. And After a few lines in the same place, it follows:
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Others there are, which when they Fast, eat of all water-fowls, as well as of fish, grounding themselves upon Moses, that such Fowls have their substance of the Water, as the Fishes have.
Others there Are, which when they Fast, eat of all water-fowls, as well as of Fish, grounding themselves upon Moses, that such Fowls have their substance of the Water, as the Fish have.
Thus ye have heard, good People, first, that Christian Subjects are bound even in Conscience to obey Princes Laws, which are not repugnant to the Laws of God.
Thus you have herd, good People, First, that Christian Subjects Are bound even in Conscience to obey Princes Laws, which Are not repugnant to the Laws of God.
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Ye shall note, that so long as God revealeth his mercy unto us, and giveth us of his benefits, either Spiritual or Corporal, we are said to be with the Bridegroom at the Marriage.
You shall note, that so long as God Revealeth his mercy unto us, and gives us of his benefits, either Spiritual or Corporal, we Are said to be with the Bridegroom At the Marriage.
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and Ruled all Egypt under King Pharaoh. So was David in the Marriage with the Bridegroom when he had gotten the Victory of great Goliath, and had smitten off his Head. Judith, and all the People of Bethulia, were the Children of the Wedding,
and Ruled all Egypt under King Pharaoh. So was David in the Marriage with the Bridegroom when he had got the Victory of great Goliath, and had smitten off his Head. Judith, and all the People of Bethulia, were the Children of the Wedding,
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and had the Bridegroom with them, when God had by the Hand of a Woman slain Holofernes, the grand Captain of the Assyrians Host, and discomfited all their Enemies.
and had the Bridegroom with them, when God had by the Hand of a Woman slave Holofernes, the grand Captain of the Assyrians Host, and discomfited all their Enemies.
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So God sometimes striketh private men privately with sundry adversities, as trouble of Mind, loss of Friends, loss of Goods, long and dangerous Sicknesses, &c. then is it a fit time for that man to humble himself to Almighty God by Fasting,
So God sometime striketh private men privately with sundry adversities, as trouble of Mind, loss of Friends, loss of Goods, long and dangerous Sicknesses, etc. then is it a fit time for that man to humble himself to Almighty God by Fasting,
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and to mourn and bewail his sins with a sorrowful heart, and to Pray unfeignedly, saying with the Prophet David, Turn away thy face, O Lord, from my sins,
and to mourn and bewail his Sins with a sorrowful heart, and to Pray unfeignedly, saying with the Prophet David, Turn away thy face, Oh Lord, from my Sins,
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Again, when God shall afflict a whole Region or Country with Wars, with Famine, with Pestilence, with strange Diseases and unknown Sicknesses, and other such like Calamities:
Again, when God shall afflict a Whole Region or Country with Wars, with Famine, with Pestilence, with strange Diseases and unknown Sicknesses, and other such like Calamities:
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and praying, spare thy people whom thou hast redeemed with thy precious blood, and suffer not thine inheritance to be destroyed and brought to confusion.
and praying, spare thy people whom thou hast redeemed with thy precious blood, and suffer not thine inheritance to be destroyed and brought to confusion.
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So the Angel Raphael told Tobias. It also appeareth by that which our Saviour Christ answered to his Disciples, demanding of him why they could not cast forth the evil Spirit out of him that was brought unto them.
So the Angel Raphael told Tobias. It also appears by that which our Saviour christ answered to his Disciples, demanding of him why they could not cast forth the evil Spirit out of him that was brought unto them.
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Fasting was one of the means whereby Almighty God was occasioned to alter the thing which he had purposed concerning Ahab, for murdering the innocent man Naboth, to possess his Vineyard.
Fasting was one of the means whereby Almighty God was occasioned to altar the thing which he had purposed Concerning Ahab, for murdering the innocent man Naboth, to possess his Vineyard.
God spake unto Elijah, saying, Go thy way and say unto Ahab, Hast thou killed, and also gotten possession? Thus saith the Lord, In the place where Dogs licked the blood of Naboth, shall Dogs even lick thy blood also.
God spoke unto Elijah, saying, Go thy Way and say unto Ahab, Hast thou killed, and also got possession? Thus Says the Lord, In the place where Dogs licked the blood of Naboth, shall Dogs even lick thy blood also.
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This Punishment had Almighty God determined for Ahab in this World, and to destroy all the Male-kind that was begotten of Ahab 's Body, besides that punishment which should have happened unto him in the World to come.
This Punishment had Almighty God determined for Ahab in this World, and to destroy all the male-kind that was begotten of Ahab is Body, beside that punishment which should have happened unto him in the World to come.
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Then the word of the Lord came to Elijah, saying, Seest thou how Ahab is humbled before me? Because he submitteth himself before me, I will not bring that evil in his days,
Then the word of the Lord Come to Elijah, saying, See thou how Ahab is humbled before me? Because he submitteth himself before me, I will not bring that evil in his days,
Although Ahab, through the wicked counsel of Jezabel his Wife, had committed shameful Murder, and against all right disinherited and dispossessed for ever Naboth 's stock 〈 … 〉 upon his humo•• 〈 ◊ 〉 in heart unto God, which he declared outwardly by putting on sackcloth and fasting, God changed his sentence,
Although Ahab, through the wicked counsel of Jezebel his Wife, had committed shameful Murder, and against all right disinherited and dispossessed for ever Naboth is stock 〈 … 〉 upon his humo•• 〈 ◊ 〉 in heart unto God, which he declared outwardly by putting on Sackcloth and fasting, God changed his sentence,
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The like is to be seen in the Ninevites: For when God had determined to destroy the whole City of Nineve, and the time which he had appointed, was even now at hand, he set the Prophet Jonas to say unto them, Yet forty days, and Nineve shall be overthrown. The people by and by believed God,
The like is to be seen in the Ninevites: For when God had determined to destroy the Whole city of Nineveh, and the time which he had appointed, was even now At hand, he Set the Prophet Jonah to say unto them, Yet forty days, and Nineveh shall be overthrown. The people by and by believed God,
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and gave themselves to fasting, yea, the King, by the advice of his Counsel, caused to be proclaimed, saying, Let neither man nor beast, bullock nor sheep taste any thing, neither feed nor drink water:
and gave themselves to fasting, yea, the King, by the Advice of his Counsel, caused to be proclaimed, saying, Let neither man nor beast, bullock nor sheep taste any thing, neither feed nor drink water:
thus declared outwardly with Fasting, renting of their clothes, putting on sackcloth, and sprinkling themselves with dust and ashes, the Scripture saith, God saw their works that they turned from their evil ways,
thus declared outwardly with Fasting, renting of their clothes, putting on Sackcloth, and sprinkling themselves with dust and Ashes, the Scripture Says, God saw their works that they turned from their evil ways,
Last of 〈 ◊ 〉 what things Fasting hath ob••••• of God, by the exampl•• 〈 … 〉 Ninevites. Let us therefore, dearly beloved, seeing there are many more causes of fasting and mourning in these our days,
Last of 〈 ◊ 〉 what things Fasting hath ob••••• of God, by the exampl•• 〈 … 〉 Ninevites. Let us Therefore, dearly Beloved, seeing there Are many more Causes of fasting and mourning in these our days,
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yea, if we turn our evil works from before his eyes, cease to do evil, learn to do well, seek to do right, relieve the oppressed, be a right Judge to the Fatherless, defend the Widow, break our bread to the hungry, bring the poor that wander into our House, clothe the naked,
yea, if we turn our evil works from before his eyes, cease to do evil, Learn to do well, seek to do right, relieve the oppressed, be a right Judge to the Fatherless, defend the Widow, break our bred to the hungry, bring the poor that wander into our House, cloth the naked,
and after the race of this mortal life, he will bring us to his heavenly Kingdom, where we shall reign in everlasting blessedness with our Saviour Christ, to whom with the Father and the Holy Ghost, be all Honour and Glory for ever and ever. Amen.
and After the raze of this Mortal life, he will bring us to his heavenly Kingdom, where we shall Reign in everlasting blessedness with our Saviour christ, to whom with the Father and the Holy Ghost, be all Honour and Glory for ever and ever. Amen.
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and serve him in Holiness and Righteousness, according to his word) hath charged in his Scriptures so many as look for the glorious appearing of our Saviour Christ, to lead their lives in all Sobriety, Modesty, and Temperance.
and serve him in Holiness and Righteousness, according to his word) hath charged in his Scriptures so many as look for the glorious appearing of our Saviour christ, to led their lives in all Sobriety, Modesty, and Temperance.
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Whereby we may learn how necessary it is for every Christian that will not be found unready at the coming of our Saviour Christ, to live sober-minded in this present World,
Whereby we may Learn how necessary it is for every Christian that will not be found unready At the coming of our Saviour christ, to live sober-minded in this present World,
and being unarmed in this behalf, he must needs be in continual danger of that cruel Adversary the roaring Lion, against whom the Apostle Peter warneth us to prepare our selves in continual sobriety, that we may resist, being stedfast in Faith.
and being unarmed in this behalf, he must needs be in continual danger of that cruel Adversary the roaring lion, against whom the Apostle Peter warneth us to prepare our selves in continual sobriety, that we may resist, being steadfast in Faith.
To the intent therefore that this soberness may be used in all our behaviour, it shall be expedient for us to declare unto you how much all kind of excess offendeth the Majesty of Almighty God,
To the intent Therefore that this soberness may be used in all our behaviour, it shall be expedient for us to declare unto you how much all kind of excess offends the Majesty of Almighty God,
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and how grievously he punisheth the immoderate abuse of those his creatures which he ordaineth to the maintenance of this our needy life, as Meats, Drinks, and Apparel.
and how grievously he Punisheth the immoderate abuse of those his creatures which he ordaineth to the maintenance of this our needy life, as Meats, Drinks, and Apparel.
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And again, to shew the noysom Diseases and great mischiefs that commonly do follow them that inordinately give up themselves to be carried headlong with such pleasures as are joyned either with dainty and over-large fare,
And again, to show the noisome Diseases and great mischiefs that commonly do follow them that inordinately give up themselves to be carried headlong with such pleasures as Are joined either with dainty and overlarge fare,
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And first, that ye may perceive how detestable and hateful all excess in eating and drinking is before the face of Almighty God, ye shall call to mind what is written by St. Paul to the Galatians, where he numbreth Gluttony and Drunkenness among those horrible Crimes, with the which (as he saith) no man should inherit the Kingdom of Heaven.
And First, that you may perceive how detestable and hateful all excess in eating and drinking is before the face of Almighty God, you shall call to mind what is written by Saint Paul to the Galatians, where he numbereth Gluttony and drunkenness among those horrible Crimes, with the which (as he Says) no man should inherit the Kingdom of Heaven.
He reckoneth them among the deeds of the flesh, and coupleth them with Idolatry, Whoredom, and Murder, which are the greatest offences that can be named among men.
He Reckoneth them among the Deeds of the Flesh, and Coupleth them with Idolatry, Whoredom, and Murder, which Are the greatest offences that can be nam among men.
the third maketh us companions of Cain in the slaughter of our brethren; and whoso committeth them, as St. Paul saith, cannot inherit the Kingdom of God.
the third makes us Sodales of Cain in the slaughter of our brothers; and whoso Committeth them, as Saint Paul Says, cannot inherit the Kingdom of God.
Certainly, that sin is very odious and lothsom before the face of God, which causeth him to turn his favourable countenance so far from us, that he should clean bar us out of the doors,
Certainly, that since is very odious and loathsome before the face of God, which Causes him to turn his favourable countenance so Far from us, that he should clean bar us out of the doors,
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But he so much abhorreth all beastly Banqueting, that by his Son our Saviour Christ in the Gospel, he declareth his terrible indignation against all belly-gods, in that he pronounceth them accursed, saying, Wo be to you that are full, for ye shall hunger.
But he so much abhorreth all beastly Banqueting, that by his Son our Saviour christ in the Gospel, he Declareth his terrible Indignation against all belly-gods, in that he pronounceth them accursed, saying, Woe be to you that Are full, for you shall hunger.
Therefore they are without excuse before God, which either filthily feed themselves, not respecting the sanctification which is by the Word of God and Prayer,
Therefore they Are without excuse before God, which either filthily feed themselves, not respecting the sanctification which is by the Word of God and Prayer,
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They that give themselves therefore to bibbing and banqueting, being without all consideration of Gods Judgments, are suddenly oppressed in the day of vengeance.
They that give themselves Therefore to bibbing and banqueting, being without all consideration of God's Judgments, Are suddenly oppressed in the day of vengeance.
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and drowned in drunkenness, he be taken unawares with that unthrifty Servant, which, thinking not on his Masters coming, began to smite his fellow-servants,
and drowned in Drunkenness, he be taken unawares with that unthrifty Servant, which, thinking not on his Masters coming, began to smite his Fellow servants,
and to eat, and to drink, and to be drunken, and being suddenly taken, hath his just Reward with unbelieving Hypocrites, they that use to drink deeply,
and to eat, and to drink, and to be drunken, and being suddenly taken, hath his just Reward with unbelieving Hypocrites, they that use to drink deeply,
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and to feed at full (wallowing themselves in all kind of wickedness) are brought asleep in that slumbring forgetfulness of Gods Holy Will and Commandments.
and to feed At full (wallowing themselves in all kind of wickedness) Are brought asleep in that slumbering forgetfulness of God's Holy Will and commandments.
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neither had they lost the fruition of Gods benefits which they then enjoyed in Paradise, neither had they brought so many mischiefs both to themselves, and to all their Posterity.
neither had they lost the fruition of God's benefits which they then enjoyed in Paradise, neither had they brought so many mischiefs both to themselves, and to all their Posterity.
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But when they passed the bounds that God appointed them, as unworthy of Gods benefits, they are expelled and driven out of Paradise, they may no longer eat the Fruits of that Garden, which by excess they had so much abused.
But when they passed the bounds that God appointed them, as unworthy of God's benefits, they Are expelled and driven out of Paradise, they may no longer eat the Fruits of that Garden, which by excess they had so much abused.
The Patriarch Noah, whom the Apostle calleth the Preacher of Righteousness, a man exceedingly in Gods favour, is in Holy Scripture made an Example, whereby we may learn to avoid Drunkenness.
The Patriarch Noah, whom the Apostle calls the Preacher of Righteousness, a man exceedingly in God's favour, is in Holy Scripture made an Exampl, whereby we may Learn to avoid drunkenness.
And whereas sometime he was so much esteemed, he is now become a laughing-stock to his wicked Son Cham, no small grief to Sem and Japhet his other two Sons, which were ashamed of their Fathers beastly behaviour.
And whereas sometime he was so much esteemed, he is now become a laughingstock to his wicked Son Cham, no small grief to Sem and Japheth his other two Sons, which were ashamed of their Father's beastly behaviour.
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Lot in like manner, being overcome with Wine, committed abominable Incest with his own Daughters. So will Almighty God give over Drunkards to the shameful lusts of their own hearts.
Lot in like manner, being overcome with Wine, committed abominable Incest with his own Daughters. So will Almighty God give over Drunkards to the shameful Lustiest of their own hearts.
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Who would have thought that an Old man in that heavy case, having lost his Wife and all that he had, which had seen even now Gods vengeance in fearful manner declared on the five Cities for their vicious living, should be so far past the remembrance of his Duty? But men overcome with drink, are altogether mad, as Seneca saith.
Who would have Thought that an Old man in that heavy case, having lost his Wife and all that he had, which had seen even now God's vengeance in fearful manner declared on the five Cities for their vicious living, should be so Far passed the remembrance of his Duty? But men overcome with drink, Are altogether mad, as Senecca Says.
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For he had copulation most filthily with his own Daughters, which conceived thereby, so that the matter is brought to light, it can no longer be hid. Two incestuous Children are born, Ammon and Moab, of whom came two Nations, the Ammonites and Moabites, abhorred of God,
For he had copulation most filthily with his own Daughters, which conceived thereby, so that the matter is brought to Light, it can no longer be hid. Two incestuous Children Are born, Ammon and Moab, of whom Come two nations, the Ammonites and Moabites, abhorred of God,
but continually day and night, give themselves wholly to bibbing and banqueting? But let us yet further behold the terrible examples of Gods indignation against such as greedily follow their unsatiable lusts.
but continually day and night, give themselves wholly to bibbing and banqueting? But let us yet further behold the terrible Examples of God's Indignation against such as greedily follow their unsatiable Lustiest.
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Holofernes, a valiant and mighty Captain, being overwhelmed with Wine, had his Head stricken from his shoulders by that silly Woman Judith. Simon the High Priest,
Holofernes, a valiant and mighty Captain, being overwhelmed with Wine, had his Head stricken from his shoulders by that silly Woman Judith. Simon the High Priest,
So Herod setting his mind on Banqueting, was content to grant, that the Holy Man of God, John Baptist, should be beheaded at the request of his Whores Daughter.
So Herod setting his mind on Banqueting, was content to grant, that the Holy Man of God, John Baptist, should be beheaded At the request of his Whores Daughter.
Had not the Rich Glutton been so greedily given to the pampering of his belly, he would never have been so unmerciful to the poor Lazarus, neither had he felt the torments of the unquenchable fire.
Had not the Rich Glutton been so greedily given to the pampering of his belly, he would never have been so unmerciful to the poor Lazarus, neither had he felt the torments of the unquenchable fire.
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What was the cause that God so horribly punished Sodom and Gomorrha? was it not their proud banqueting and continual idleness which caused them to be so lewd of life,
What was the cause that God so horribly punished Sodom and Gomorrha? was it not their proud banqueting and continual idleness which caused them to be so lewd of life,
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and been brought to destruction? The great Alexander, after that he had conquered the whole World, was himself overcome by Drunkenness, insomuch that being drunken, he slew his faithful Friend Clitus, whereof when he was sober, he was so much ashamed, that for anguish of heart, he wished death.
and been brought to destruction? The great Alexander, After that he had conquered the Whole World, was himself overcome by drunkenness, insomuch that being drunken, he slew his faithful Friend Clitus, whereof when he was Sobrium, he was so much ashamed, that for anguish of heart, he wished death.
So are Drunkards and Gluttons altogether without power of themselves, and the more they drink, the dryer they wax, one Banquet provoketh another, they study to fill their greedy stomacks.
So Are Drunkards and Gluttons altogether without power of themselves, and the more they drink, the drier they wax, one Banquet provokes Another, they study to fill their greedy stomachs.
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neither the manifest examples of Gods vengeance fear us from riotous and excessive eating and drinking, let us yet consider the manifold mischiefs that proceed thereof,
neither the manifest Examples of God's vengeance Fear us from riotous and excessive eating and drinking, let us yet Consider the manifold mischiefs that proceed thereof,
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But who is able to express the manifold dangers and inconveniencies that follow of intemperate Diet? Oft cometh sudden Death by banqueting, sometimes the Members are dissolved,
But who is able to express the manifold dangers and inconveniences that follow of intemperate Diet? Oft comes sudden Death by banqueting, sometime the Members Are dissolved,
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He that eateth and drinketh immeasurably, kindleth oft times such an unnatural heat in his body, that his appetite is provoked thereby to desire more than it should,
He that Eateth and Drinketh immeasurably, kindleth oft times such an unnatural heat in his body, that his appetite is provoked thereby to desire more than it should,
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or else it overcometh his stomach, and filleth all the Body full of sluggishness, makes it unable and unfit to serve either God or Man, not nourishing the Body, but hurting it;
or Else it Overcometh his stomach, and fills all the Body full of sluggishness, makes it unable and unfit to serve either God or Man, not nourishing the Body, but hurting it;
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And surely the blessing of God is so far from such as use riotous banqueting, that in their faces be sometimes seen the express tokens of this intemperancy;
And surely the blessing of God is so Far from such as use riotous banqueting, that in their faces be sometime seen the express tokens of this intemperancy;
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as Solomon noteth in his Proverbs. To whom is wo (saith he) to whom is sorrow? to whom is strife? to whom is brawling? to whom are wounds without cause? and for whom is the redness of eyes? even to them that tarry long at the wine.
as Solomon notes in his Proverbs. To whom is woe (Says he) to whom is sorrow? to whom is strife? to whom is brawling? to whom Are wounds without cause? and for whom is the redness of eyes? even to them that tarry long At the wine.
It were expedient that such delicate Persons should be ruled by Solomon, who in consideration of the aforesaid inconveniencies, forbiddeth the very sight of Wine.
It were expedient that such delicate Persons should be ruled by Solomon, who in consideration of the aforesaid inconveniences, forbiddeth the very sighed of Wine.
Certainly that must needs be very hurtful which biteth and infecteth like a poysoned Serpent, whereby men are brought to filthy Fornication, which causeth the heart to devise mischief.
Certainly that must needs be very hurtful which bites and Infecteth like a poisoned Serpent, whereby men Are brought to filthy Fornication, which Causes the heart to devise mischief.
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He is like to fall suddenly that sleepeth on the top of the Mast. And surely he hath lost his senses that cannot feel when he is stricken, that knoweth not when he is beaten.
He is like to fallen suddenly that Sleepeth on the top of the Mast. And surely he hath lost his Senses that cannot feel when he is stricken, that Knoweth not when he is beaten.
So, surfeiting and drunkenness bites by the belly, and causeth continual gnawing in the stomach, brings men to Whordom and lewdness of heart, with dangers unspeakable:
So, surfeiting and Drunkenness bites by the belly, and Causes continual gnawing in the stomach, brings men to Whoredom and Lewdness of heart, with dangers unspeakable:
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Who seeth not now the miserable estate whereinto men are brought, by these foul filthy Monsters, Gluttony and Drunkenness? The body is so much disquieted by them, that as Jesus the Son of Syrach affirmeth, the insatiable feeder never sleepeth quietly, such an unmeasurable heat is kindled, whereof ensueth continual ach and pain to the whole body.
Who sees not now the miserable estate whereinto men Are brought, by these foul filthy Monsters, Gluttony and drunkenness? The body is so much disquieted by them, that as jesus the Son of Sirach Affirmeth, the insatiable feeder never Sleepeth quietly, such an unmeasurable heat is kindled, whereof ensueth continual Ach and pain to the Whole body.
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some wax so brutish and blockish, that they become altogether void of Understanding. It is an horrible thing that any man should maim himself in any Member:
Some wax so brutish and blockish, that they become altogether void of Understanding. It is an horrible thing that any man should maim himself in any Member:
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Wine and women lead wise men out of the way, and bring men of understanding to reproof and shame, saith Jesus the Son of Syrach. Yea, he asketh what is the life of man that is overcome with drunkenness.
Wine and women led wise men out of the Way, and bring men of understanding to reproof and shame, Says jesus the Son of Sirach. Yea, he asks what is the life of man that is overcome with Drunkenness.
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Wine drunken with excess, maketh bitterness of mind, and causeth brawling and strife. In Magistrates it causeth Cruelty instead of Justice, as that wise Philosopher Plato perceived right-well,
Wine drunken with excess, makes bitterness of mind, and Causes brawling and strife. In Magistrates it Causes Cruelty instead of justice, as that wise Philosopher Plato perceived right-well,
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And certainly drunkenness maketh men forget both Law and Equity, which caused King Solomon so strictly to charge that no Wine should be given unto Rulers,
And Certainly Drunkenness makes men forget both Law and Equity, which caused King Solomon so strictly to charge that no Wine should be given unto Rulers,
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Moreover, in that he knoweth not himself, he fumbleth and stammereth in his speech, staggereth to and fro in his going, beholding nothing stedfastly with his staring eyes, believeth that the House runneth round about him.
Moreover, in that he Knoweth not himself, he fumbleth and stammereth in his speech, staggereth to and from in his going, beholding nothing steadfastly with his staring eyes, Believeth that the House Runneth round about him.
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For wheresoever excessive drinking is, there must needs follow perturbation of mind, and where the belly is stuffed with dainty fare, there the mind is oppressed with slothful sluggishness.
For wheresoever excessive drinking is, there must needs follow perturbation of mind, and where the belly is stuffed with dainty fare, there the mind is oppressed with slothful sluggishness.
Lest any of us therefore might take occasion to flatter himself in this beastly kind of excess, by the abundance of Riches, let us call to mind what Solomon writeth in the xxi. of his Proverbs, He that loveth wine and fat fare, shall never be rich, saith he. And in the xxiii.
Lest any of us Therefore might take occasion to flatter himself in this beastly kind of excess, by the abundance of Riches, let us call to mind what Solomon Writeth in the xxi. of his Proverbs, He that loves wine and fat fare, shall never be rich, Says he. And in the xxiii.
Every one that meeteth them is troubled with brawling and contentious language, and ofttimes raging in beastly lusts, like high-fed Horses, they neigh on their neighbours wives, as Jeremy saith, and defile their children and daughters.
Every one that meeteth them is troubled with brawling and contentious language, and ofttimes raging in beastly Lustiest, like high-fed Horses, they neigh on their neighbours wives, as Jeremiah Says, and defile their children and daughters.
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and whilst they wast their substance in banqueting, their own houshold is not provided of things necessary, their Wives and their Children are evilly treated, they have not wherewith to relieve their poor Neighbours in time of necessity,
and while they wast their substance in banqueting, their own household is not provided of things necessary, their Wives and their Children Are evilly treated, they have not wherewith to relieve their poor Neighbours in time of necessity,
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They are a slander to the Church or Congregation of Christ, and therefore St. Paul doth excommunicate them among Whoremongers, Idolaters, Covetous Persons,
They Are a slander to the Church or Congregation of christ, and Therefore Saint Paul does excommunicate them among Whoremongers, Idolaters, Covetous Persons,
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and escape poverty, he that is willing to live without the hurt of his Neighbour, a profitable member of the Common-wealth, a Christian without slander of Christ and his Church, let him avoid all riotous and excessive banqueting, let him learn to keep such measure as behoveth him that professeth true godliness, let him follow St. Paul 's Rule,
and escape poverty, he that is willing to live without the hurt of his Neighbour, a profitable member of the Commonwealth, a Christian without slander of christ and his Church, let him avoid all riotous and excessive banqueting, let him Learn to keep such measure as behooveth him that Professes true godliness, let him follow Saint Paul is Rule,
and so eat and drink, to the glory and praise of God, who hath created all things to be soberly used with Thanksgiving, to whom be all Honour and Glory for ever. Amen.
and so eat and drink, to the glory and praise of God, who hath created all things to be soberly used with Thanksgiving, to whom be all Honour and Glory for ever. Amen.
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WHereas ye have heretofore been excited and stirred to use temperance of meats & drinks, and to avoid the excess thereof, many ways hurtful to the state of the Commonwealth,
WHereas you have heretofore been excited and stirred to use temperance of Meats & drinks, and to avoid the excess thereof, many ways hurtful to the state of the Commonwealth,
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neither yet godly and necessary Laws, made by our Princes, and oft repeated with the Penalties, can bridle this detestable abuse, whereby b•th God is openly contemned,
neither yet godly and necessary Laws, made by our Princes, and oft repeated with the Penalties, can bridle this detestable abuse, whereby b•th God is openly contemned,
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Wherefore, that sobriety also in this excess may be espyed among us, I shall declare unto you, both the moderate use of Apparel, approved by God in his Holy Word,
Wherefore, that sobriety also in this excess may be espied among us, I shall declare unto you, both the moderate use of Apparel, approved by God in his Holy Word,
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and also the abuses thereof, which he forbiddeth and disalloweth, as it may appear by the inconveniencies which daily increase, by the just judgment of God, where that measure is not kept, which he himself hath appointed.
and also the Abuses thereof, which he forbiddeth and disalloweth, as it may appear by the inconveniences which daily increase, by the just judgement of God, where that measure is not kept, which he himself hath appointed.
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If we consider the end and purpose whereunto Almighty God hath ordained his Creatures, we shall easily perceive that he alloweth us Apparel, not only for necessities sake,
If we Consider the end and purpose whereunto Almighty God hath ordained his Creatures, we shall Easily perceive that he alloweth us Apparel, not only for necessities sake,
but also the pleasant sight and sweet smell, to delight us withal, wherein we may behold the singular love of God towards mankind, in that he hath provided both to relieve our necessities,
but also the pleasant sighed and sweet smell, to delight us withal, wherein we may behold the singular love of God towards mankind, in that he hath provided both to relieve our necessities,
as Herbs and other meats, but also such things as may rejoyce and comfort, as wine to make glad the heart, oyls and oyntments to make the face to shine.
as Herbs and other Meats, but also such things as may rejoice and Comfort, as wine to make glad the heart, oils and ointments to make the face to shine.
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With whose traditions we may not be led, if we give ear to St. Paul, writing to the Colossians, willing them not to hearken unto such men as shall say, Touch not, Taste not, Handle not;
With whose traditions we may not be led, if we give ear to Saint Paul, writing to the colossians, willing them not to harken unto such men as shall say, Touch not, Taste not, Handle not;
And no less truly ought we to beware, lest under pretence of Christian Liberty, we take License to do what we list, advancing our selves in sumptuous Apparel,
And no less truly ought we to beware, lest under pretence of Christian Liberty, we take License to do what we list, advancing our selves in sumptuous Apparel,
as that Harlot did, of whom Solomon speaketh, Proverbs the seventh, which perfumed her bed, and deckt it with costly ornaments of Egypt, to the fulfilling of her lewd lust:
as that Harlot did, of whom Solomon speaks, Proverbs the seventh, which perfumed her Bed, and decked it with costly Ornament of Egypt, to the fulfilling of her lewd lust:
They that are much occupied in caring for things pertaining to the Body, are most commonly negligent and careless in matters concerning the Soul. Therefore our Saviour Christ willeth us not to take thought what we shall eat,
They that Are much occupied in caring for things pertaining to the Body, Are most commonly negligent and careless in matters Concerning the Soul. Therefore our Saviour christ wills us not to take Thought what we shall eat,
Whereby we may learn to beware, lest we use those things to our hindrance, which God hath ordained for our comfort and furtherance towards his Kingdom.
Whereby we may Learn to beware, lest we use those things to our hindrance, which God hath ordained for our Comfort and furtherance towards his Kingdom.
We must learn therefore of the Apostle St. Paul both to use plenty, and also to suffer penury, remembring that we must yield accounts of those things which we have received unto him who abhorreth all excess, pride, ostentation, and vanity;
We must Learn Therefore of the Apostle Saint Paul both to use plenty, and also to suffer penury, remembering that we must yield accounts of those things which we have received unto him who abhorreth all excess, pride, ostentation, and vanity;
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Therefore a certain man that would picture every Country-man in his accustomed Apparel, when he had painted other Nations, he pictured the English - man all naked,
Therefore a certain man that would picture every Countryman in his accustomed Apparel, when he had painted other nations, he pictured the English - man all naked,
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who also utterly condemneth and disalloweth whatsoever draweth us from our Duty towards God, or diminisheth our Charity towards our Neighbours and Children, whom we ought to love as our selves.
who also utterly Condemneth and disalloweth whatsoever draws us from our Duty towards God, or diminisheth our Charity towards our Neighbours and Children, whom we ought to love as our selves.
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The fourth and last Rule is, that every man behold and consider his own vocation, in as much as God hath appointed every man his Degree and Office, within the limits whereof it behoveth him to keep himself.
The fourth and last Rule is, that every man behold and Consider his own vocation, in as much as God hath appointed every man his Degree and Office, within the Limits whereof it behooveth him to keep himself.
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Which, if it were observed, many one doubtless should be compelled to wear a russet-coat, which now ruffleth in Silks and Velvets, spending more by the Year in sumptuous Apparel,
Which, if it were observed, many one doubtless should be compelled to wear a russet-coat, which now ruffleth in Silks and Velvets, spending more by the Year in sumptuous Apparel,
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but only how to deck themselves, setting their affection altogether on worldly bravery, abusing Gods goodness when he sendeth plenty, to satisfie their wanton lusts, having no regard to the degree wherein God hath placed them.
but only how to deck themselves, setting their affection altogether on worldly bravery, abusing God's Goodness when he sends plenty, to satisfy their wanton Lustiest, having no regard to the degree wherein God hath placed them.
We must have change of Apparel, one afore Dinner, and another after; one of the Spanish fashion, another Turky: and to be brief, never content with sufficient.
We must have change of Apparel, one afore Dinner, and Another After; one of the Spanish fashion, Another Turky: and to be brief, never content with sufficient.
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Which thing caused St. James to pronounce this terrible curse against such wealthy Worldlings, Go to ye rich men, weep and howl on your wretchedness that shall come upon you, your riches are corrupt,
Which thing caused Saint James to pronounce this terrible curse against such wealthy Worldlings, Go to you rich men, weep and howl on your wretchedness that shall come upon you, your riches Are corrupt,
What was the rich Glutton the better for his fine fare and costly apparel? Did not he nourish himself to be tormented in Hell-fire? Let us learn therefore to content our selves, having Food and Raiment,
What was the rich Glutton the better for his fine fare and costly apparel? Did not he nourish himself to be tormented in Hell-fire? Let us Learn Therefore to content our selves, having Food and Raiment,
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So were the Daughters of Sion, and People of Jerusalem, whom Isaiah the Prophet threatneth, because they walked with stretched-out necks and wandring eyes, mincing as they went,
So were the Daughters of Sion, and People of Jerusalem, whom Isaiah the Prophet threatens, Because they walked with stretched-out necks and wandering eyes, mincing as they went,
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For the proud and haughty stomachs of the Daughters of England, are so maintained with divers disguised sorts of costly Apparel, that as Tertullian, an ancient Father, saith, there is left no difference in Apparel between an honest Matron and a common Strumpet.
For the proud and haughty stomachs of the Daughters of England, Are so maintained with diverse disguised sorts of costly Apparel, that as Tertullian, an ancient Father, Says, there is left no difference in Apparel between an honest Matron and a Common Strumpet.
Yea, many men are become so effeminate, that they care not what they spend in disguising themselves, ever desiring new Toys, and inventing new Fashions.
Yea, many men Are become so effeminate, that they care not what they spend in disguising themselves, ever desiring new Toys, and inventing new Fashions.
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for he changed his Fashion so often, that he knew not how to make it. Thus with our phantastical devices, we make our selves laughing-stocks to other Nations;
for he changed his Fashion so often, that he knew not how to make it. Thus with our fantastical devices, we make our selves laughing-stocks to other nations;
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Some hang their Revenues about their necks, ruffling in their Ruffs, and many a one jeopardeth his best joynt, to maintain himself in sumptuous Raiment.
some hang their Revenues about their necks, ruffling in their Ruffs, and many a one jeopardeth his best joint, to maintain himself in sumptuous Raiment.
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There hath been very good provision made against such abuses, by divers good and wholesom Laws, which if they were practised as they ought to be of all true Subjects, they might in some part serve to diminish this raging and riotous excess in Apparel.
There hath been very good provision made against such Abuses, by diverse good and wholesome Laws, which if they were practised as they ought to be of all true Subject's, they might in Some part serve to diminish this raging and riotous excess in Apparel.
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But alas, there appeareth amongst us little fear and obedience, either of God, or Man. Therefore must we needs look for Gods fearful vengeance from Heaven, to overthrow our presumption and pride, as he overthrew Herod, who in his Royal Apparel, forgetting God, was smitten of an Angel, and eaten up of Worms.
But alas, there appears among us little Fear and Obedience, either of God, or Man. Therefore must we needs look for God's fearful vengeance from Heaven, to overthrow our presumption and pride, as he overthrew Herod, who in his Royal Apparel, forgetting God, was smitten of an Angel, and eaten up of Worms.
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Let Christians therefore endeavour themselves to quench the care of pleasing the flesh, let us use the benefits of God in this World, in such wise, that we be not too much occupied in providing for the Body.
Let Christians Therefore endeavour themselves to quench the care of pleasing the Flesh, let us use the benefits of God in this World, in such wise, that we be not too much occupied in providing for the Body.
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let us remember that we stand all before the Majesty of Almighty God, who shall judge us by his Holy Word, wherein he forbiddeth excess, not only to Men, but also to Women.
let us Remember that we stand all before the Majesty of Almighty God, who shall judge us by his Holy Word, wherein he forbiddeth excess, not only to Men, but also to Women.
Let us therefore present our selves before his Throne, as Tertullian exhorteth, with the Ornaments which the Apostle speaketh of, Ephesians the sixth Chapter, having our loyns girt about with verity, having the breast-plate of righteousness,
Let us Therefore present our selves before his Throne, as Tertullian exhorteth, with the Ornament which the Apostle speaks of, Ephesians the sixth Chapter, having our loins girded about with verity, having the breastplate of righteousness,
Let Women be subject to their Husbands, and they are sufficiently attired, saith Tertullian. The Wife of one Philo, an Heathen Philosopher, being demanded why she wore no Gold? She answered, that she thought her Husbands Vertues sufficient Ornaments.
Let Women be Subject to their Husbands, and they Are sufficiently attired, Says Tertullian. The Wife of one Philo, an Heathen Philosopher, being demanded why she wore no Gold? She answered, that she Thought her Husbands Virtues sufficient Ornament.
how much more ought every Christian to content himself in our Saviour Christ, thinking himself sufficiently garnished with his heavenly vertues? But it will be hear objected and said of some nice and vain Women, that all which we do in painting our faces, in dying our hair, in embalming our bodies, in decking us with gay apparel, is to please our Husbands, to delight his eyes,
how much more ought every Christian to content himself in our Saviour christ, thinking himself sufficiently garnished with his heavenly Virtues? But it will be hear objected and said of Some Nicaenae and vain Women, that all which we do in painting our faces, in dying our hair, in embalming our bodies, in decking us with gay apparel, is to please our Husbands, to delight his eyes,
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and curle her hair, and change it into an unnatural colour, but therein doth work reproof to her maker, who made her? As though she could make her self more comely than God hath appointed the measure of her beauty.
and curl her hair, and change it into an unnatural colour, but therein does work reproof to her maker, who made her? As though she could make her self more comely than God hath appointed the measure of her beauty.
And as though a wise and Christian Husband should delight to see his Wife in such painted and flourished visages, which common Harlots most do use, to train therewith their Lovers to naughtiness;
And as though a wise and Christian Husband should delight to see his Wife in such painted and flourished visages, which Common Harlots most do use, to train therewith their Lovers to naughtiness;
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What other thing dost thou by those means, but provokest others to tempt thee, to deceive thy Soul, by the bait of thy pomp and pride? What else dost thou,
What other thing dost thou by those means, but provokest Others to tempt thee, to deceive thy Soul, by the bait of thy pomp and pride? What Else dost thou,
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but settest out thy Pride, and makest of the undecent apparel of thy Body, the Devils Net, to catch the souls of them which behold thee? O thou Woman, not a Christian,
but settest out thy Pride, and Makest of the undecent apparel of thy Body, the Devils Net, to catch the Souls of them which behold thee? O thou Woman, not a Christian,
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What meant Solomon to say, of such trimming of vain Women, when he said, A fair woman, without good manners and conditions, is like a Sow which hath a ring of gold upon her snout? but that the more thou garnish thy self with these outward blasings, the less thou carest for the inward garnishing of thy mind,
What meant Solomon to say, of such trimming of vain Women, when he said, A fair woman, without good manners and conditions, is like a Sow which hath a ring of gold upon her snout? but that the more thou garnish thy self with these outward blasings, the less thou Carest for the inward garnishing of thy mind,
but let the mind and the conscience, which is not seen with the eyes, be pure and clean, that is, saith he, an acceptable and an excellent thing before God:
but let the mind and the conscience, which is not seen with the eyes, be pure and clean, that is, Says he, an acceptable and an excellent thing before God:
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We read in Histories, that when King Dionysius sent to the Women of Lacedaemon rich Robes, they answered and said, that they shall do us more shame than honour; and therefore refused them.
We read in Histories, that when King Dionysius sent to the Women of Lacedaemon rich Robes, they answered and said, that they shall do us more shame than honour; and Therefore refused them.
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as though thy Husbands Riches were not better bestowed than in such superfluities, as though when thou wast christened, thou didst not renounce the pride of this World,
as though thy Husbands Riches were not better bestowed than in such superfluities, as though when thou wast christened, thou didst not renounce the pride of this World,
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but against the superfluity, against the vain delight to covet such Vanities, to devise new Fashions to feed thy Pride with, to spend so much upon thy Carkass, that thou and thy Husband are compelled to rob the Poor, to maintain thy costliness.
but against the superfluity, against the vain delight to covet such Vanities, to devise new Fashions to feed thy Pride with, to spend so much upon thy Carcase, that thou and thy Husband Are compelled to rob the Poor, to maintain thy costliness.
Hear how that Noble, Holy Woman Queen Hester, setteth out these goodly Ornaments (as they be called) when (in respect of saving Gods People) she was compelled to put on such glorious Apparel, knowing that it was a fit stale to blind the Eyes of carnal Fools.
Hear how that Noble, Holy Woman Queen Esther, sets out these goodly Ornament (as they be called) when (in respect of Saving God's People) she was compelled to put on such glorious Apparel, knowing that it was a fit stale to blind the Eyes of carnal Fools.
Again, by what means was Holophernes deceived by the glittering shew of Apparel, which that Holy Woman Judith did put on her, not as delighting in them,
Again, by what means was Holofernes deceived by the glittering show of Apparel, which that Holy Woman Judith did put on her, not as delighting in them,
nor seeking vain voluptuous pleasure by them? But she ware it of pure necessity by Gods dispensation, using this vanity to overcome the vain eyes of Gods Enemy.
nor seeking vain voluptuous pleasure by them? But she beware it of pure necessity by God's Dispensation, using this vanity to overcome the vain eyes of God's Enemy.
Such desire was in those Noble Women, being very loth and unwilling otherwise to wear such sumptuous Apparel, by the which others should be caused to forget themselves.
Such desire was in those Noble Women, being very loath and unwilling otherwise to wear such sumptuous Apparel, by the which Others should be caused to forget themselves.
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These be commended in Scripture for abhorring such vanities, which by constraint and great necessity, against their hearts desire, they were compelled to wear them for a time.
These be commended in Scripture for abhorring such vanities, which by constraint and great necessity, against their hearts desire, they were compelled to wear them for a time.
nor comparable to them in their good zeal to God and his People, whose daily delight and seeking is to flourish in such gay shifts and changes, never satisfied,
nor comparable to them in their good zeal to God and his People, whose daily delight and seeking is to flourish in such gay shifts and changes, never satisfied,
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Let us therefore learn so to behave our selves in the use thereof, as becometh Christians, always shewing our selves thankful to our Heavenly Father for his great and merciful benefits, who giveth unto us our daily Bread, that is to say, all things necessary for this our needy life:
Let us Therefore Learn so to behave our selves in the use thereof, as Becometh Christians, always showing our selves thankful to our Heavenly Father for his great and merciful benefits, who gives unto us our daily Bred, that is to say, all things necessary for this our needy life:
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and daily to be called upon, as hearty, zealous, and Devout Prayer, the necessity whereof is so great, that without it nothing may be well obtained at Gods hand.
and daily to be called upon, as hearty, zealous, and Devout Prayer, the necessity whereof is so great, that without it nothing may be well obtained At God's hand.
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and truly, as we ought to do, he hath profitably and wisely ordained, that in time of necessity we should humble our selves in his sight, pour out the secrets of our heart before him,
and truly, as we ought to do, he hath profitably and wisely ordained, that in time of necessity we should humble our selves in his sighed, pour out the secrets of our heart before him,
Neither doth the blessed Apostle St. James in this point any thing dissent, but earnestly exhorting all men to diligent Prayer, saith, If any man lack wisdom, let him ask it of God, which giveth liberally to all men, and reproacheth no man.
Neither does the blessed Apostle Saint James in this point any thing dissent, but earnestly exhorting all men to diligent Prayer, Says, If any man lack Wisdom, let him ask it of God, which gives liberally to all men, and Reproacheth no man.
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What other thing are we taught by these and such other places, but only this, that Almighty God, notwithstanding his Heavenly Wisdom and fore-knowledge, will be prayed unto, that he will be called upon, that he will have us no less willing on our part to ask,
What other thing Are we taught by these and such other places, but only this, that Almighty God, notwithstanding his Heavenly Wisdom and foreknowledge, will be prayed unto, that he will be called upon, that he will have us no less willing on our part to ask,
than he on his part is willing to give? Therefore most fond and foolish is the Opinion and Reason of those men, which therefore think all Prayer to be superfluous and vain,
than he on his part is willing to give? Therefore most found and foolish is the Opinion and Reason of those men, which Therefore think all Prayer to be superfluous and vain,
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For if this fleshly and carnal Reason were sufficient to disanul Prayer, then why did our Saviour Christ so often cry to his Disciples, Watch and Pray? Why did he prescribe them a Form of Prayer, saying, When ye pray, pray after this sort, Our Father which art in Heaven, &c. Why did he Pray so often and so earnestly himself before his Passion? Finally,
For if this fleshly and carnal Reason were sufficient to disannul Prayer, then why did our Saviour christ so often cry to his Disciples, Watch and Pray? Why did he prescribe them a From of Prayer, saying, When you pray, pray After this sort, Our Father which art in Heaven, etc. Why did he Pray so often and so earnestly himself before his Passion? Finally,
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but what need many proofs in a plain matter? seeing there is no man so ignorant but he knoweth, no man so blind but he seeth, that Prayer is a thing most needful in all estates and degrees of men.
but what need many proofs in a plain matter? seeing there is no man so ignorant but he Knoweth, no man so blind but he sees, that Prayer is a thing most needful in all estates and Degrees of men.
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For only by the help hereof, we attain to those heavenly and everlasting Treasures, which God our Heavenly Father hath reserved and laid up for his Children in his dear and well-beloved Son Jesus Christ, with his Covenant and Promise most assuredly confirmed and sealed unto us, that if we ask, we shall receive.
For only by the help hereof, we attain to those heavenly and everlasting Treasures, which God our Heavenly Father hath reserved and laid up for his Children in his dear and well-beloved Son jesus christ, with his Covenant and Promise most assuredly confirmed and sealed unto us, that if we ask, we shall receive.
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Now, the great necessity of Prayer being sufficiently known, that our minds and hearts may be the more provoked and stirred thereunto, let us briefly consider what wonderful strength and power it hath to bring strange and mighty things to pass.
Now, the great necessity of Prayer being sufficiently known, that our minds and hearts may be the more provoked and stirred thereunto, let us briefly Consider what wondered strength and power it hath to bring strange and mighty things to pass.
Insomuch that Aaron and Hur, being in the Mount with him, were fain to stay up his hands until the going down of the Sun, otherwise had the People of God that day been utterly discomfited, and put to flight.
Insomuch that Aaron and Hur, being in the Mount with him, were fain to stay up his hands until the going down of the Sun, otherwise had the People of God that day been utterly discomfited, and put to flight.
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Also we read in another place of Josua himself, how he at the besieging of Gibeon, making his humble Petition to Almighty God, caused the Sun and the Moon to stay their course,
Also we read in Another place of Joshua himself, how he At the besieging of Gibeon, making his humble Petition to Almighty God, caused the Sun and the Moon to stay their course,
and wilfully to destroy one another? Who can marvel enough at the effect and vertue of Elias Prayer? He being a man subject to affections as we are, prayed to the Lord that it might not rain,
and wilfully to destroy one Another? Who can marvel enough At the Effect and virtue of Elias Prayer? He being a man Subject to affections as we Are, prayed to the Lord that it might not rain,
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Let it be sufficient at this time to conclude with the sayings of Augustin and Chrysostom, whereof the one calleth Prayer the Key of Heaven, the other plainly affirmeth, that there is nothing in all the World more strong than a man that giveth himself to fervent Prayer.
Let it be sufficient At this time to conclude with the sayings of Augustin and Chrysostom, whereof the one calls Prayer the Key of Heaven, the other plainly Affirmeth, that there is nothing in all the World more strong than a man that gives himself to fervent Prayer.
Now then, dearly Beloved, seeing Prayer is so needful a thing, and of so great strength before God, let us, according as we are taught by the example of Christ and his Apostles, be earnest and diligent in calling on the Name of the Lord.
Now then, dearly beloved, seeing Prayer is so needful a thing, and of so great strength before God, let us, according as we Are taught by the Exampl of christ and his Apostles, be earnest and diligent in calling on the Name of the Lord.
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Let us never faint, never slack, never give over, but let us daily and hourly, early and late, in season and out of season, be occupied in Godly Meditations and Prayers:
Let us never faint, never slack, never give over, but let us daily and hourly, early and late, in season and out of season, be occupied in Godly Meditations and Prayers:
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O let us learn by these examples, to be earnest and fervent in Prayer, assuring our selves, that whatsoever we ask of God the Father in the Name of his Son Christ, and according to his will, he will undoubtedly grant it.
O let us Learn by these Examples, to be earnest and fervent in Prayer, assuring our selves, that whatsoever we ask of God the Father in the Name of his Son christ, and according to his will, he will undoubtedly grant it.
IN the First Part of this Sermon, ye heard the great necessity, and also the great force of devout and earnest Prayer declared and proved unto you, both by divers weighty Testimonies,
IN the First Part of this Sermon, you herd the great necessity, and also the great force of devout and earnest Prayer declared and proved unto you, both by diverse weighty Testimonies,
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To this effect also serveth the Testimony of Paul, in divers places of his Epistles, witnessing that the Spirit of Wisdom, the Spirit of Knowledge and Revelation,
To this Effect also serves the Testimony of Paul, in diverse places of his Epistles, witnessing that the Spirit of Wisdom, the Spirit of Knowledge and Revelation,
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In consideration whereof, he bursteth out into a sudden Passion, and saith, O man, what thing hast thou, which thou hast not received? Therefore, whensoever we need or lack any thing, pertaining either to the Body,
In consideration whereof, he bursteth out into a sudden Passion, and Says, Oh man, what thing hast thou, which thou hast not received? Therefore, whensoever we need or lack any thing, pertaining either to the Body,
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Our Saviour Christ in the Gospel teaching his Disciples how they should Pray, sendeth them to the Father in his Name, saying, Verily, verily, I say unto you, whatsoever ye ask the Father in my Name, he will give it unto you.
Our Saviour christ in the Gospel teaching his Disciples how they should Pray, sends them to the Father in his Name, saying, Verily, verily, I say unto you, whatsoever you ask the Father in my Name, he will give it unto you.
Our Father, which art in Heaven, &c. And doth not God himself, by the mouth of his Prophet David, will and command us to call upon him? The Apostle wisheth Grace and Peace to all them that call on the Name of the Lord,
Our Father, which art in Heaven, etc. And does not God himself, by the Mouth of his Prophet David, will and command us to call upon him? The Apostle wishes Grace and Peace to all them that call on the Name of the Lord,
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and of his Son Jesus Christ, as doth also the Prophet Joel, saying, And it shall come to pass, that whosoever shall call on the Name of the Lord, shall be saved.
and of his Son jesus christ, as does also the Prophet Joel, saying, And it shall come to pass, that whosoever shall call on the Name of the Lord, shall be saved.
Thus then it is plain by the infallible word of Truth and Life, that in all our necessities we must flee unto God, direct our Prayers unto him, call upon his Holy Name, desire help at his hands, and at none others;
Thus then it is plain by the infallible word of Truth and Life, that in all our necessities we must flee unto God, Direct our Prayers unto him, call upon his Holy Name, desire help At his hands, and At none Others;
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There are certain conditions most requisite to be found in every such a one as must be called upon, which if they be not found in him unto whom we pray,
There Are certain conditions most requisite to be found in every such a one as must be called upon, which if they be not found in him unto whom we pray,
For to say that we should believe either in Angel or Saint, or in any other living Creature, were meer horrible Blasphemy against God and his Holy Word;
For to say that we should believe either in Angel or Saint, or in any other living Creature, were mere horrible Blasphemy against God and his Holy Word;
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neither ought this Fancy to enter into the Heart of any Christian man, because we are expresly taught in the Word of the Lord only to repose our Faith in the Blessed Trinity, in whose only Name we are also Baptized, according to the express Commandment of our Saviour Jesus Christ, in the last of St. Matthew.
neither ought this Fancy to enter into the Heart of any Christian man, Because we Are expressly taught in the Word of the Lord only to repose our Faith in the Blessed Trinity, in whose only Name we Are also Baptised, according to the express Commandment of our Saviour jesus christ, in the last of Saint Matthew.
Isidorus saith, that it is an affection of the Heart, and not a labour of the Lips. So that by these places, true Prayer doth consist not so much in the outward sound and voice of words,
Isidorus Says, that it is an affection of the Heart, and not a labour of the Lips. So that by these places, true Prayer does consist not so much in the outward found and voice of words,
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As for the Saints, they have so little knowledge of the secrets of the Heart, that many of the ancient Fathers greatly doubt whether they know any thing at all, that is commonly done on Earth.
As for the Saints, they have so little knowledge of the secrets of the Heart, that many of the ancient Father's greatly doubt whither they know any thing At all, that is commonly done on Earth.
For Proof whereof, he alledgeth the words of Esay the Prophet, where it is said, Abraham is ignorant of us, and Israel knoweth us not. His mind therefore is this, not that we should put any Religion in worshipping of them, or praying unto them;
For Proof whereof, he allegeth the words of Isaiah the Prophet, where it is said, Abraham is ignorant of us, and Israel Knoweth us not. His mind Therefore is this, not that we should put any Religion in worshipping of them, or praying unto them;
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For as he witnesseth in another place, the Martyrs, and Holy Men in times past, were wont after their death to be remembred and named of the Priest at Divine Service:
For as he Witnesseth in Another place, the Martyrs, and Holy Men in times past, were wont After their death to be remembered and nam of the Priest At Divine Service:
For which cause also he crieth, and calleth unto us that we should come unto him, saying, Come unto me all ye that labour and be heavy laden, and I shall refresh you.
For which cause also he cries, and calls unto us that we should come unto him, saying, Come unto me all you that labour and be heavy laden, and I shall refresh you.
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and run unto other? This is even that which God so greatly complaineth of by his Prophet Jeremy, saying, My People have committed two great offences, they have forsaken me the Fountain of the Waters of Life,
and run unto other? This is even that which God so greatly Complaineth of by his Prophet Jeremiah, saying, My People have committed two great offences, they have forsaken me the Fountain of the Waters of Life,
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What if we be sinners, shall we not therefore pray unto God? or shall we despair to obtain any thing at his hands? Why did Christ then teach us to ask forgiveness of our sins, saying, And forgive us our trespasses,
What if we be Sinners, shall we not Therefore pray unto God? or shall we despair to obtain any thing At his hands? Why did christ then teach us to ask forgiveness of our Sins, saying, And forgive us our Trespasses,
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We see that in Kings Houses, and Courts of Princes, men cannot be admitted, unless they first use the help and means of some special Noble-man, to come to the speech of the King,
We see that in Kings Houses, and Courts of Princes, men cannot be admitted, unless they First use the help and means of Some special Nobleman, to come to the speech of the King,
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To this reason doth St. Ambrose answer very well, writing upon the first Chapter to the Romans. Therefore (saith he) we use to go unto the King by Officers and Noble-men,
To this reason does Saint Ambrose answer very well, writing upon the First Chapter to the Romans. Therefore (Says he) we use to go unto the King by Officers and Noblemen,
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And if it be so, that we need one to intreat for us, why may we not content our selves with that one Mediator, which is at the right hand of God the Father,
And if it be so, that we need one to entreat for us, why may we not content our selves with that one Mediator, which is At the right hand of God the Father,
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For Christ sitting in Heaven, hath an everlasting Priesthood, and always prayeth to his Father for them that be Penitent, obtaining by vertue of his Wounds, which are evermore in the sight of God, not only perfect remission of our sins,
For christ sitting in Heaven, hath an everlasting Priesthood, and always Prayeth to his Father for them that be Penitent, obtaining by virtue of his Wounds, which Are evermore in the sighed of God, not only perfect remission of our Sins,
Why then do we Pray one for another in this Life, some man perchance will here demand? Forsooth, we are willed so to do, by the express Commandment both of Christ and his Disciples, to declare therein as well the Faith that we have in Christ towards God,
Why then do we Pray one for Another in this Life, Some man perchance will Here demand? Forsooth, we Are willed so to do, by the express Commandment both of christ and his Disciples, to declare therein as well the Faith that we have in christ towards God,
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Yet thou wilt object further, that the Saints in Heaven do pray for us, and that their Prayer proceedeth of an earnest Charity that they have towards their Brethren on Earth.
Yet thou wilt Object further, that the Saints in Heaven do pray for us, and that their Prayer Proceedeth of an earnest Charity that they have towards their Brothers on Earth.
and not of them that are dead, otherwise what need were it that the Angel should offer up their Prayers, being now in Heaven before the face of Almighty God? But admit the Saints do Pray for us,
and not of them that Are dead, otherwise what need were it that the Angel should offer up their Prayers, being now in Heaven before the face of Almighty God? But admit the Saints do Pray for us,
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Which thing to be false, it is already proved, both by the Scriptures, and also by the Authority of Augustin. Let us not therefore put our trust or confidence in the Saints or Martyrs that be dead.
Which thing to be false, it is already proved, both by the Scriptures, and also by the authority of Augustin. Let us not Therefore put our trust or confidence in the Saints or Martyrs that be dead.
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When Paul had healed a certain lame man, which was impotent in his Feet at Lystra, the People would have done Sacrifice unto him and Barnabas; who rending their clothes, refused it,
When Paul had healed a certain lame man, which was impotent in his Feet At Lystra, the People would have done Sacrifice unto him and Barnabas; who rending their clothes, refused it,
and in all places, he suffereth the Sun to shine upon the good and the bad, he feedeth the young Ravens that cry unto him, he saveth both Man and Beast, he will not that any one hair of our Head shall perish;
and in all places, he suffers the Sun to shine upon the good and the bad, he feeds the young Ravens that cry unto him, he Saveth both Man and Beast, he will not that any one hair of our Head shall perish;
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Let us not therefore any thing mistrust his goodness, let us not fear to come before the Throne of his Mercy, let us not seek the aid and help of Saints,
Let us not Therefore any thing mistrust his Goodness, let us not Fear to come before the Throne of his Mercy, let us not seek the aid and help of Saints,
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but much more because it is the Doctrine of our Saviour Christ himself, who hath promised, that if we Pray to the Father in his name, we shall certainly be heard, both to the relief of our Necessities,
but much more Because it is the Doctrine of our Saviour christ himself, who hath promised, that if we Pray to the Father in his name, we shall Certainly be herd, both to the relief of our Necessities,
YE were taught in the other part of this Sermon, unto whom ye ought to direct your Prayers in time of need and necessity, that is to wit, not unto Angels or Saints,
you were taught in the other part of this Sermon, unto whom you ought to Direct your Prayers in time of need and necessity, that is to wit, not unto Angels or Saints,
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if with a true penitent Heart and a stedfast Faith they Pray unto him? Yea, if we acknowledge our sins, God is faithful and just to forgive us our sins,
if with a true penitent Heart and a steadfast Faith they Pray unto him? Yea, if we acknowledge our Sins, God is faithful and just to forgive us our Sins,
and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness, as we are plainly taught by the Examples of David, Peter, Mary Magdalen, the Publican, and divers others.
and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness, as we Are plainly taught by the Examples of David, Peter, Marry Magdalen, the Publican, and diverse Others.
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And whereas we must needs use the help of some Mediator and Intercessor, let us content our selves with him that is the true and only Mediator of the New Testament,
And whereas we must needs use the help of Some Mediator and Intercessor, let us content our selves with him that is the true and only Mediator of the New Testament,
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Now after this Doctrine established, you shall be instructed for what kind of things, and what kind of persons ye ought to make your Prayers unto God.
Now After this Doctrine established, you shall be instructed for what kind of things, and what kind of Persons you ought to make your Prayers unto God.
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The man would not be so answered at the King's hand, but still urging him more and more, said, It becometh a King to perform the least word he hath spoken,
The man would not be so answered At the King's hand, but still urging him more and more, said, It Becometh a King to perform the least word he hath spoken,
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yea, if he should only beck with his Head. No more, saith the King, than it behoveth one that cometh to a King, to speak and ask those things which are rightful and honest.
yea, if he should only beck with his Head. No more, Says the King, than it behooveth one that comes to a King, to speak and ask those things which Are rightful and honest.
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neither will admit any vain, foolish, or unjust Petition? Therefore it shall be good and profitable, throughly to consider and determine with our selves, what things we may lawfully ask of God, without fear of repulse,
neither will admit any vain, foolish, or unjust Petition? Therefore it shall be good and profitable, thoroughly to Consider and determine with our selves, what things we may lawfully ask of God, without Fear of repulse,
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and also what kind of Persons we are bound to commend unto God in our daily Prayers. Two things are chiefly to be respected in every good and godly mans Prayer:
and also what kind of Persons we Are bound to commend unto God in our daily Prayers. Two things Are chiefly to be respected in every good and godly men Prayer:
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because it is much more precious and excellent than the other, therefore we ought first of all, to crave such things as properly belong to the salvation thereof:
Because it is much more precious and excellent than the other, Therefore we ought First of all, to crave such things as properly belong to the salvation thereof:
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as the gift of Repentance, the gift of Faith, the gift of Charity and Good Works, Remission and Forgiveness of Sins, Patience in Adversity, Lowliness in Prosperity, and such other like fruits of the Spirit;
as the gift of Repentance, the gift of Faith, the gift of Charity and Good Works, Remission and Forgiveness of Sins, Patience in Adversity, Lowliness in Prosperity, and such other like fruits of the Spirit;
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which things God requireth of all them that profess themselves to be his Children, saying unto them in this wise, Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works,
which things God requires of all them that profess themselves to be his Children, saying unto them in this wise, Let your Light so shine before men, that they may see your good works,
Wherein he putteth us in mind, that our chief and greatest care ought to be for those things which pertain to the health and safeguard of the Soul, because we have here (as the Apostle saith) no continuing City, but we seek after another in the World to come.
Wherein he putteth us in mind, that our chief and greatest care ought to be for those things which pertain to the health and safeguard of the Soul, Because we have Here (as the Apostle Says) no Continuing city, but we seek After Another in the World to come.
as is to be seen in that Prayer which he left unto his Church, commonly called the Lords Prayer? In the third Book of Kings, and third Chapter, it is written, That God appeared by night in a dream unto Solomon the King, saying, Ask of me whatsoever thou wilt,
as is to be seen in that Prayer which he left unto his Church, commonly called the lords Prayer? In the third Book of Kings, and third Chapter, it is written, That God appeared by night in a dream unto Solomon the King, saying, Ask of me whatsoever thou wilt,
In like manner we read in the Acts, of one Simon Magus, a Sorcerer, how that he perceiving that through laying on of the Apostles hands the Holy Ghost was given, offered them money, saying, Give me also this power, that on whomsoever I lay my hands, he may receive the Holy Ghost.
In like manner we read in the Acts, of one Simon Magus, a Sorcerer, how that he perceiving that through laying on of the Apostles hands the Holy Ghost was given, offered them money, saying, Give me also this power, that on whomsoever I lay my hands, he may receive the Holy Ghost.
In making this Request, he sought not the Honour and Glory of God, but his own private Gain and Lucre, thinking to get great store of Money by this feat,
In making this Request, he sought not the Honour and Glory of God, but his own private Gain and Lucre, thinking to get great store of Money by this feat,
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Which thing we shall best of all do, if we follow the example of our Saviour Christ, who praying that the bitter Cup of Death might pass from him, would not therein have his own will fulfilled,
Which thing we shall best of all doe, if we follow the Exampl of our Saviour christ, who praying that the bitter Cup of Death might pass from him, would not therein have his own will fulfilled,
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but referred the whole matter to the good will and pleasure of his Father. And hitherto concerning those things, that we may lawfully and boldly ask of God.
but referred the Whole matter to the good will and pleasure of his Father. And hitherto Concerning those things, that we may lawfully and boldly ask of God.
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In which place he maketh mention by name of Kings and Rulers which are in Authority, putting us thereby to acknowledge how greatly it concerneth the profit of the Common-wealth, to pray diligently for the Higher Powers.
In which place he makes mention by name of Kings and Rulers which Are in authority, putting us thereby to acknowledge how greatly it concerns the profit of the Commonwealth, to pray diligently for the Higher Powers.
For in so doing, he declareth to the World how expedient and needful it is daily to call upon God for the Ministers of his Holy Word and Sacraments, that they may have the door of utterance oppened unto them, that they may truly understand the Scriptures, that they may effectually Preach the same unto the People,
For in so doing, he Declareth to the World how expedient and needful it is daily to call upon God for the Ministers of his Holy Word and Sacraments, that they may have the door of utterance opened unto them, that they may truly understand the Scriptures, that they may effectually Preach the same unto the People,
After this sort did the Congregation continually Pray for Peter at Jerusalem, and for Paul among the Gentiles, to the great increase and furtherance of Christs Gospel.
After this sort did the Congregation continually Pray for Peter At Jerusalem, and for Paul among the Gentiles, to the great increase and furtherance of Christ Gospel.
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And if we, following their good Example herein, will study to do the like, doubtless it cannot be expressed how greatly we shall both help our selves, and also please God.
And if we, following their good Exampl herein, will study to do the like, doubtless it cannot be expressed how greatly we shall both help our selves, and also please God.
therefore we are also bound to Pray for all men, even as well as if it were for our selves, notwithstanding we know them to be our extream and deadly Enemies:
Therefore we Are also bound to Pray for all men, even as well as if it were for our selves, notwithstanding we know them to be our extreme and deadly Enemies:
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For so doth our Saviour Christ plainly teach us in his Gospel, saying, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, pray for them that persecute you, that ye may be the children of your Father which is in Heaven.
For so does our Saviour christ plainly teach us in his Gospel, saying, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, pray for them that persecute you, that you may be the children of your Father which is in Heaven.
what other thing doth it signifie, but only this, that the just, by reason of Gods Judgment, which may not be revoked, can shew no deed of Mercy in helping them which after this life are cast into Prison,
what other thing does it signify, but only this, that the just, by reason of God's Judgement, which may not be revoked, can show no deed of Mercy in helping them which After this life Are cast into Prison,
Therefore let us not deceive our selves, thinking that either we may help other, or other may help us by their good and charitable Prayers in time to come.
Therefore let us not deceive our selves, thinking that either we may help other, or other may help us by their good and charitable Prayers in time to come.
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For as the Preacher saith, When the tree falleth, whether it be toward the South, or toward the North, in what place soever the tree falleth, there it lieth:
For as the Preacher Says, When the tree falls, whither it be towards the South, or towards the North, in what place soever the tree falls, there it lies:
meaning thereby, that every mortal man dieth either in the state of Salvation or Damnation, according as the words of the Evangelist John do also plainly import, saying, He that believeth on the Son of God, hath eternal life:
meaning thereby, that every Mortal man Dieth either in the state of Salvation or Damnation, according as the words of the Evangelist John do also plainly import, saying, He that Believeth on the Son of God, hath Eternal life:
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Where is then the third place, which they call Purgatory? or where shall our Prayers help and profit the dead? St. Augustine doth only acknowledge two places after this life, Heaven and Hell.
Where is then the third place, which they call Purgatory? or where shall our Prayers help and profit the dead? Saint Augustine does only acknowledge two places After this life, Heaven and Hell.
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Therefore he counselleth all men to make provision for themselves while they may, because when they are once departed out of this life, there is no place for Repentance, nor yet for satisfaction.
Therefore he counselleth all men to make provision for themselves while they may, Because when they Are once departed out of this life, there is no place for Repentance, nor yet for satisfaction.
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The only Purgatory wherein we must trust to be saved, is the death and blood of Christ, which if we apprehend with a true and stedfast Faith, it purgeth and cleanseth us from all our sins,
The only Purgatory wherein we must trust to be saved, is the death and blood of christ, which if we apprehend with a true and steadfast Faith, it Purgeth and Cleanseth us from all our Sins,
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Yea, he addeth more, saying, With the one oblation of his blessed Body and precious Blood, he hath made perfect for ever and ever, all them that are sanctified.
Yea, he adds more, saying, With the one oblation of his blessed Body and precious Blood, he hath made perfect for ever and ever, all them that Are sanctified.
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GOD through his Almighty Power, Wisdom, and Goodness, created in the beginning Heaven and Earth, the Sun, the Moon, the Stars, the Fowls of the Air, the Beasts of the Earth, the Fishes in the Sea,
GOD through his Almighty Power, Wisdom, and goodness, created in the beginning Heaven and Earth, the Sun, the Moon, the Stars, the Fowls of the Air, the Beasts of the Earth, the Fish in the Sea,
and so graciously bestowed upon him, utterly without any deserving on his behalf. And although we ought at all times, and in all places to have in remembrance,
and so graciously bestowed upon him, utterly without any deserving on his behalf. And although we ought At all times, and in all places to have in remembrance,
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For we keep now the First day, which is our Sunday, and make that our Sabbath, that is, our day of Rest, in the honour of our Saviour Christ, who as upon that day rose from death, conquering the same most triumphantly:
For we keep now the First day, which is our Sunday, and make that our Sabbath, that is, our day of Rest, in the honour of our Saviour christ, who as upon that day rose from death, conquering the same most triumphantly:
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Even so, God hath given express charge to all men, that upon the Sabbath day, which is now our Sunday, they should cease from all weekly and work-day labour, to the intent that like as God himself wrought six days,
Even so, God hath given express charge to all men, that upon the Sabbath day, which is now our Sunday, they should cease from all weekly and workday labour, to the intent that like as God himself wrought six days,
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So that God doth not only command the observation of this Holy Day, but also by his own example doth stir and provoke us to the diligent keeping of the same.
So that God does not only command the observation of this Holy Day, but also by his own Exampl does stir and provoke us to the diligent keeping of the same.
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Good natural Children will not only become obedient to the Commandment of their Parents, but also have a diligent Eye to their doings, and gladly follow the same.
Good natural Children will not only become obedient to the Commandment of their Parents, but also have a diligent Eye to their doings, and gladly follow the same.
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So if we will be the Children of our Heavenly Father, we must be careful to keep the Christian Sabbath day, which is the Sunday, not only for that it is Gods express Commandment,
So if we will be the Children of our Heavenly Father, we must be careful to keep the Christian Sabbath day, which is the Sunday, not only for that it is God's express Commandment,
Thus it may plainly appear, that Gods Will and Commandment was to have a solemn time and standing day in the Week, wherein the People should come together and have in remembrance his wonderful benefits,
Thus it may plainly appear, that God's Will and Commandment was to have a solemn time and standing day in the Week, wherein the People should come together and have in remembrance his wondered benefits,
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Sithence which time Gods People hath always, in all Ages, without any gain-saying, used to come together upon the Sunday, to celebrate and honour the Lords blessed Name,
Since which time God's People hath always, in all Ages, without any gainsaying, used to come together upon the Sunday, to celebrate and honour the lords blessed Name,
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But alas, all these notwithstanding, it is lamentable to see the wicked boldness of those that will be counted Gods People, who pass nothing at all of keeping and hallowing the Sunday.
But alas, all these notwithstanding, it is lamentable to see the wicked boldness of those that will be counted God's People, who pass nothing At all of keeping and hallowing the Sunday.
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The one sort, if they have any business to do, though there be no extream need, they must not spare for the Sunday, they must ride and journey on the Sunday, they must drive and carry on the Sunday;
The one sort, if they have any business to do, though there be no extreme need, they must not spare for the Sunday, they must ride and journey on the Sunday, they must drive and carry on the Sunday;
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and the Devil better served on the Sunday than upon all the days in the Week besides And I assure you, the Beasts which are commanded to rest on the Sunday, honour God better than this kind of People:
and the devil better served on the Sunday than upon all the days in the Week beside And I assure you, the Beasts which Are commanded to rest on the Sunday, honour God better than this kind of People:
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Wherefore, O ye People of God, lay your hands upon your hearts, repent and amend this grievous and dangerous wickedness, stand in awe of the Commandment of God, gladly follow the example of God himself, be not disobedient to the godly Order of Christs Church, used and kept from the Apostles time until this day.
Wherefore, Oh you People of God, lay your hands upon your hearts, Repent and amend this grievous and dangerous wickedness, stand in awe of the Commandment of God, gladly follow the Exampl of God himself, be not disobedient to the godly Order of Christ Church, used and kept from the Apostles time until this day.
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Now concerning the Place where the People of God ought to resort together, and where especially they ought to celebrate and sanctifie the Sabbath day, that is, the Sunday, the day of Holy Rest. That Place is called Gods Temple,
Now Concerning the Place where the People of God ought to resort together, and where especially they ought to celebrate and sanctify the Sabbath day, that is, the Sunday, the day of Holy Rest. That Place is called God's Temple,
or the Church, because the Company and Congregation of Gods People (which is properly called the Church) doth there assemble themselves on the days appointed for such Assemblies and Meetings.
or the Church, Because the Company and Congregation of God's People (which is properly called the Church) does there assemble themselves on the days appointed for such Assemblies and Meetings.
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The cause was, they were not staid in any place, but were in a continual peregrination and wandring, that they could not conveniently build any Church.
The cause was, they were not stayed in any place, but were in a continual peregrination and wandering, that they could not conveniently built any Church.
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But so soon as God had delivered his People from their Enemies, and set them in some liberty in the Wilderness, he set them up a costly and a curious Tabernacle, which was as it were the Parish Church, a place to resort unto of the whole multitude, a place to have his Sacrifices made in,
But so soon as God had Delivered his People from their Enemies, and Set them in Some liberty in the Wilderness, he Set them up a costly and a curious Tabernacle, which was as it were the Parish Church, a place to resort unto of the Whole multitude, a place to have his Sacrifices made in,
Furthermore, after that God, according to the truth of his Promise, had placed and quietly setled his People in the Land of Canaan, now called Jury, he commanded a great and magnificent Temple to be built by King Solomon, as seldom the like hath been seen:
Furthermore, After that God, according to the truth of his Promise, had placed and quietly settled his People in the Land of Canaan, now called Jury, he commanded a great and magnificent Temple to be built by King Solomon, as seldom the like hath been seen:
a Temple so decked and adorned, so gorgeously garnished, as was meet and expedient for People of that time, which would be allured and stirred with nothing so much,
a Temple so decked and adorned, so gorgeously garnished, as was meet and expedient for People of that time, which would be allured and stirred with nothing so much,
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Hither was the whole Realm of all the Israelites bound to come at three Solemn Feasts in the Year, to serve their Lord God here. But let us proceed further.
Hither was the Whole Realm of all the Israelites bound to come At three Solemn Feasts in the Year, to serve their Lord God Here. But let us proceed further.
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For why? they were always for the most part in persecution, vexation, and trouble, so that there could be no liberty nor licence obtained for that purpose.
For why? they were always for the most part in persecution, vexation, and trouble, so that there could be no liberty nor licence obtained for that purpose.
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Yet God delighted much that they should often resort together in a place, and therefore after his ascension they remained together, in an Upper Chamber, sometime they entred into the Temple, sometime into the Synagogues, sometimes they were in Prison, sometimes in their Houses, sometimes in the Fields, &c. And this continued so long till the Faith of Christ Jesus began to multiply in a great part of the World.
Yet God delighted much that they should often resort together in a place, and Therefore After his Ascension they remained together, in an Upper Chamber, sometime they entered into the Temple, sometime into the Synagogues, sometime they were in Prison, sometime in their Houses, sometime in the Fields, etc. And this continued so long till the Faith of christ jesus began to multiply in a great part of the World.
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then began Kings, Noble-men, and the People also, stirred up with a godly zeal and ferventness, to build up Temples and Churches, whither the People might resort, the better to do their Duty towards God,
then began Kings, Noblemen, and the People also, stirred up with a godly zeal and ferventness, to built up Temples and Churches, whither the People might resort, the better to do their Duty towards God,
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as unto meet places where they might with common consent praise and magnifie Gods name, yielding him thanks for the benefits that he daily poureth upon them, both mercifully and abundantly, where they might also hear his Holy Word read, expounded, and preached sincerely;
as unto meet places where they might with Common consent praise and magnify God's name, yielding him thanks for the benefits that he daily pours upon them, both mercifully and abundantly, where they might also hear his Holy Word read, expounded, and preached sincerely;
and most delighteth to dwell, are the bodies and minds of true Christians, and the chosen People of God, according to the Doctrine of Holy Scriptures, declared by St. Paul. Know ye not (saith he) that ye be the Temple of God, and that the Spirit of God doth dwell in you? The Temple of God is Holy, which ye are.
and most delights to dwell, Are the bodies and minds of true Christians, and the chosen People of God, according to the Doctrine of Holy Scriptures, declared by Saint Paul. Know you not (Says he) that you be the Temple of God, and that the Spirit of God does dwell in you? The Temple of God is Holy, which you Are.
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and that ye be not your own? Yet this notwithstanding, God doth allow the material Temple made with Lime and Stone (so oft as his People come together into it, to praise his Holy Name) to be his House,
and that you be not your own? Yet this notwithstanding, God does allow the material Temple made with Lime and Stone (so oft as his People come together into it, to praise his Holy Name) to be his House,
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though it were in Caves, in Woods, and in Desarts, yet (so oft as they could conveniently) they resorted to the material Temples, there with the rest of the Congregation, to joyn in Prayer and true Worship.
though it were in Caves, in Woods, and in Deserts, yet (so oft as they could conveniently) they resorted to the material Temples, there with the rest of the Congregation, to join in Prayer and true Worship.
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Wherefore (dearly beloved) you that profess your selves to be Christians, and glory in that name, disdain not to follow the example of your Master Christ, whose Scholars you say you be, shew you to be like them whose School-mates you take upon you to be;
Wherefore (dearly Beloved) you that profess your selves to be Christians, and glory in that name, disdain not to follow the Exampl of your Master christ, whose Scholars you say you be, show you to be like them whose School-mates you take upon you to be;
and of those godly Fathers that have lived before us, and now have received the Reward of true and faithful Christians, we must both willingly, earnestly,
and of those godly Father's that have lived before us, and now have received the Reward of true and faithful Christians, we must both willingly, earnestly,
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and that upon the Sabbath day, as at most convenient time for Gods People, to cease from bodily and worldly business, to give themselves to Holy Rest,
and that upon the Sabbath day, as At most convenient time for God's People, to cease from bodily and worldly business, to give themselves to Holy Rest,
And thus running our course as good Christian People, we may at the last attain the Reward of everlasting Glory, through the Merits of our Saviour Jesus Christ:
And thus running our course as good Christian People, we may At the last attain the Reward of everlasting Glory, through the Merits of our Saviour jesus christ:
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It may well appear by the Scriptures, that many of the godly Israelites, being now in Captivity for their sins among the Babylonians, full often wished and desired to be again at Jerusalem. And at their return, through Gods goodness (though many of the People were negligent) yet the Fathers were marvellous devout to build up the Temple, that Gods People might repair thither, to honour him.
It may well appear by the Scriptures, that many of the godly Israelites, being now in Captivity for their Sins among the Babylonians, full often wished and desired to be again At Jerusalem. And At their return, through God's Goodness (though many of the People were negligent) yet the Father's were marvellous devout to built up the Temple, that God's People might repair thither, to honour him.
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What desire, what ferventness was in him toward that Holy place? what wishings and prayers made he to God to be a Dweller in the House of the Lord? One thing (saith he) have I asked of the Lord,
What desire, what ferventness was in him towards that Holy place? what wishings and Prayers made he to God to be a Dweller in the House of the Lord? One thing (Says he) have I asked of the Lord,
And in other places of the Psalms he declareth for what intent and purpose he hath such a fervent desire to enter into the Temple and Church of the Lord:
And in other places of the Psalms he Declareth for what intent and purpose he hath such a fervent desire to enter into the Temple and Church of the Lord:
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These considerations of this blessed Prophet of God ought to stir up, and kindle in us the like earnest desire to resort to the Church, especially upon the holy restful days, there to do our Duties,
These considerations of this blessed Prophet of God ought to stir up, and kindle in us the like earnest desire to resort to the Church, especially upon the holy restful days, there to do our Duties,
In the Temple his Promise was fulfilled, in the Temple he saw Christ, and took him in his Arms, in the Temple he brake out into the mighty praise of God his Lord.
In the Temple his Promise was fulfilled, in the Temple he saw christ, and took him in his Arms, in the Temple he brake out into the mighty praise of God his Lord.
This blessed Man, and this blessed Woman were not disappointed of wonderful Fruit, Commodity, and Comfort, which God sent them, by their diligent resorting to Gods Holy Temple.
This blessed Man, and this blessed Woman were not disappointed of wondered Fruit, Commodity, and Comfort, which God sent them, by their diligent resorting to God's Holy Temple.
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especially in this, that he stirred up their Adversaries horribly to beat down, and utterly to destroy his Holy Temple with a perpetual desolation.
especially in this, that he stirred up their Adversaries horribly to beatrice down, and utterly to destroy his Holy Temple with a perpetual desolation.
and over-run, and left waste, with grievous and intolerable Tyranny and Cruelty of the Enemy of our Lord Christ, the Great Turk, who hath so universally scourged the Christians, that never the like was heard or read of? Above thirty years past, the Great Turk had over-run, conquered,
and overrun, and left waste, with grievous and intolerable Tyranny and Cruelty of the Enemy of our Lord christ, the Great Turk, who hath so universally scourged the Christians, that never the like was herd or read of? Above thirty Years past, the Great Turk had overrun, conquered,
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and brought into his Dominion and Subjection, twenty Christian Kingdoms, turning away the People from the Faith of Christ, poisoning them with the devilish Religion of wicked Mahomet; and either destroying their Churches utterly,
and brought into his Dominion and Subjection, twenty Christian Kingdoms, turning away the People from the Faith of christ, poisoning them with the devilish Religion of wicked Mahomet; and either destroying their Churches utterly,
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And now this Great Turk, this bitter and sharp Scourge of Gods Vengeance, is even at hand in this part of Christendom, in Europe, at the Borders of Italy, at the Borders of Germany, greedily gaping to devour us, to over-run our Country, to destroy our Churches also,
And now this Great Turk, this bitter and sharp Scourge of God's Vengeance, is even At hand in this part of Christendom, in Europe, At the Borders of Italy, At the Borders of Germany, greedily gaping to devour us, to overrun our Country, to destroy our Churches also,
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And have not the Christians of late days, and even in our days also, in like manner provoked the displeasure and indignation of Almighty God? partly because they have profaned and defiled their Churches with Heathenish and Jewish abuses, with Images and Idols, with numbers of Altars, too too superstitiously and intolerably abused, with gross abusing and filthy corrupting of the Lords Holy Supper, the blessed Sacrament of his Body and Blood, with an infinite number of toys and trifles of their own devices, to make a goodly outward shew,
And have not the Christians of late days, and even in our days also, in like manner provoked the displeasure and Indignation of Almighty God? partly Because they have profaned and defiled their Churches with Heathenish and Jewish Abuses, with Images and Idols, with numbers of Altars, too too superstitiously and intolerably abused, with gross abusing and filthy corrupting of the lords Holy Supper, the blessed Sacrament of his Body and Blood, with an infinite number of toys and trifles of their own devices, to make a goodly outward show,
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partly, they resort to the Church like Hypocrites, full of all iniquity and sinful life, having a vain and dangerous fansie and perswasion, that if they come to the Church, besprinkle them with Holy Water, hear a Mass,
partly, they resort to the Church like Hypocrites, full of all iniquity and sinful life, having a vain and dangerous fancy and persuasion, that if they come to the Church, besprinkle them with Holy Water, hear a Mass,
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Churches were made for another purpose, that is, to resort thither, and to serve God truly, there to learn his blessed Will, there to call upon his mighty Name, there to use the Holy Sacraments, there to travel how to be in Charity with thy Neighbour, there to have thy poor and needy Neighbour in remembrance;
Churches were made for Another purpose, that is, to resort thither, and to serve God truly, there to Learn his blessed Will, there to call upon his mighty Name, there to use the Holy Sacraments, there to travel how to be in Charity with thy Neighbour, there to have thy poor and needy Neighbour in remembrance;
Finally, Gods vengeance hath been, and is daily provoked, because much wicked People pass nothing to resort to the Church, either for that they are so sore blinded, that they understand nothing of God and godliness,
Finally, God's vengeance hath been, and is daily provoked, Because much wicked People pass nothing to resort to the Church, either for that they Are so soar blinded, that they understand nothing of God and godliness,
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as their gross phantasie was greatly delighted with, because they see the false Religion abandoned, and the true restored, which seemeth an unsavoury thing to their unsavoury taste;
as their gross fantasy was greatly delighted with, Because they see the false Religion abandoned, and the true restored, which seems an unsavoury thing to their unsavoury taste;
But (Dearly Beloved) we ought greatly to rejoyce and give God thanks, that our Churches are delivered out of all those things which displeased God so sore,
But (Dearly beloved) we ought greatly to rejoice and give God thanks, that our Churches Are Delivered out of all those things which displeased God so soar,
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and filthily defiled his Holy House and his Place of Prayer, for the which he hath justly destroyed many Nations, according to the saying of St. Paul, If any man defile the Temple of God, God will him destroy.
and filthily defiled his Holy House and his Place of Prayer, for the which he hath justly destroyed many nations, according to the saying of Saint Paul, If any man defile the Temple of God, God will him destroy.
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But now forasmuch 〈 ◊ 〉 ye perceive it is Gods determinate pleasure ye should resort unto your Churches upon the day of Holy Rest, seeing ye hear what displeasure God conceiveth, what Plagues he poureth upon his disobedient People, seeing ye understand what Blessings of God are given, what Heavenly Commodities come to such People as desirously and zealously use to resort unto their Churches, seeing also ye are now friendly bidden,
But now forasmuch 〈 ◊ 〉 you perceive it is God's determinate pleasure you should resort unto your Churches upon the day of Holy Rest, seeing you hear what displeasure God conceiveth, what Plagues he pours upon his disobedient People, seeing you understand what Blessings of God Are given, what Heavenly Commodities come to such People as desirously and zealously use to resort unto their Churches, seeing also you Are now friendly bidden,
and joyntly called, beware that ye slack not your Duty, take heed that you suffer nothing to let you hereafter to come to the Church at such times as you are ordinarily appointed and commanded.
and jointly called, beware that you slack not your Duty, take heed that you suffer nothing to let you hereafter to come to the Church At such times as you Are ordinarily appointed and commanded.
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Now come therefore (Dearly Beloved) without delay, and chearfully enter into Gods Feasting-house, and become partakers of the Benefits provided and prepared for you.
Now come Therefore (Dearly beloved) without Delay, and cheerfully enter into God's Feasting-house, and become partakers of the Benefits provided and prepared for you.
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as though ye had rather not come than come, if ye were at your liberty. For God hateth and punisheth such counterfeit Hypocrites, as appeareth by Christs former Parable.
as though you had rather not come than come, if you were At your liberty. For God hates and Punisheth such counterfeit Hypocrites, as appears by Christ former Parable.
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Come with an Heart sifted and cleansed from worldly and carnal affections and desires, shake off all vain thoughts which may hinder thee from Gods true Service.
Come with an Heart sifted and cleansed from worldly and carnal affections and Desires, shake off all vain thoughts which may hinder thee from God's true Service.
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Shake and prepare thy self to flie higher than all the Birds in the Air, that after thy Duty duly done in this earthly Temple and Church, thou may'st flie up,
Shake and prepare thy self to fly higher than all the Birds in the Air, that After thy Duty duly done in this earthly Temple and Church, thou Mayest fly up,
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And writing to Bonifacius of the Baptism of Infants, he saith, If Sacraments had not a certain similitude of those things whereof they be Sacraments, they should be no Sacraments at all.
And writing to Boniface of the Baptism of Infants, he Says, If Sacraments had not a certain similitude of those things whereof they be Sacraments, they should be no Sacraments At all.
By these words of St. Augustine it appeareth, that he alloweth the common description of a Sacrament, which is, that it is a visible sign of an invisible Grace:
By these words of Saint Augustine it appears, that he alloweth the Common description of a Sacrament, which is, that it is a visible Signen of an invisible Grace:
The first is that which St. Paul speaketh of in his Epistle to Timothy, saying, I will that men pray in every place, lifting up pure hands, without wrath or striving.
The First is that which Saint Paul speaks of in his Epistle to Timothy, saying, I will that men pray in every place, lifting up pure hands, without wrath or striving.
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Of this Prayer we have example in the first Book of the Kings, in Anna, the Mother of Samuel, when in the heaviness of her Heart she prayed in the Temple, desiring to be made fruitful.
Of this Prayer we have Exampl in the First Book of the Kings, in Anna, the Mother of Samuel, when in the heaviness of her Heart she prayed in the Temple, desiring to be made fruitful.
Cornelius, a devout man, a Captain of the Italian Army, saith to Peter, that being in his House in Prayer at the ninth hour, there appeared to him one in a white Garment, &c. This man prayed unto God in secret, and was rewarded openly.
Cornelius, a devout man, a Captain of the Italian Army, Says to Peter, that being in his House in Prayer At the ninth hour, there appeared to him one in a white Garment, etc. This man prayed unto God in secret, and was rewarded openly.
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Of this Prayer speaketh our Saviour Christ, when he saith, If two of you shall agree upon Earth upon any thing, whatsoever ye shall ask, my Father which is in Heaven shall do it for you,
Of this Prayer speaks our Saviour christ, when he Says, If two of you shall agree upon Earth upon any thing, whatsoever you shall ask, my Father which is in Heaven shall do it for you,
Although God hath promised to hear us when we pray privately, so it be done faithfully and devoutly (for he saith, Call upon me in the day of thy trouble, and I will hear thee.
Although God hath promised to hear us when we pray privately, so it be done faithfully and devoutly (for he Says, Call upon me in the day of thy trouble, and I will hear thee.
When the City of Niniveh was threatned to be destroyed within forty days, the Prince and the People joyned themselves together in publick Prayer and Fasting, and were preserved.
When the city of Nineveh was threatened to be destroyed within forty days, the Prince and the People joined themselves together in public Prayer and Fasting, and were preserved.
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When the Jews should have been destroyed all in one day, through the malice of Haman, at the Commandment of Hester, they Fasted and Prayed, and were preserved.
When the jews should have been destroyed all in one day, through the malice of Haman, At the Commandment of Esther, they Fasted and Prayed, and were preserved.
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but as the People willing to receive at Gods hand such good things as in the Common-Prayer of the Church are craved, let us joyn our selves together in the Place of Common-Prayer,
but as the People willing to receive At God's hand such good things as in the Common prayer of the Church Are craved, let us join our selves together in the Place of Common prayer,
For although Absolution hath the promise of forgiveness of sin, yet by the express word of the New Testament, it hath not this promise annexed and tied to the visible sign, which is imposition of hands.
For although Absolution hath the promise of forgiveness of since, yet by the express word of the New Testament, it hath not this promise annexed and tied to the visible Signen, which is imposition of hands.
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In which understanding of the Word, the ancient Writers have given this name, not only to the other five, commonly of late years taken and used for supplying the number of the seven Sacraments:
In which understanding of the Word, the ancient Writers have given this name, not only to the other five, commonly of late Years taken and used for supplying the number of the seven Sacraments:
not meaning thereby to repute them as Sacraments, in the same signification that the two fore-named Sacraments are And therefore St. Augustine weighing the true signification, and the exact meaning of the word, writing to Januarius, and also in the third Book of Christian Doctrine, affirmeth, that the Sacraments of the Christians,
not meaning thereby to repute them as Sacraments, in the same signification that the two forenamed Sacraments Are And Therefore Saint Augustine weighing the true signification, and the exact meaning of the word, writing to January, and also in the third Book of Christian Doctrine, Affirmeth, that the Sacraments of the Christians,
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And although there are retained by the Order of the Church of England, besides these two, certain other Rites and Ceremonies about the institutions of Ministers in the Church, Matrimony, Confirmation of the Children, by examining them of their knowledge in the Articles of the Faith,
And although there Are retained by the Order of the Church of England, beside these two, certain other Rites and Ceremonies about the institutions of Ministers in the Church, Matrimony, Confirmation of the Children, by examining them of their knowledge in the Articles of the Faith,
but either for godly states of life, necessary in Christs Church, and therefore worthy to be set forth by publick action and solemnity, by the Ministry of the Church,
but either for godly states of life, necessary in Christ Church, and Therefore worthy to be Set forth by public actium and solemnity, by the Ministry of the Church,
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when the mouth uttereth the Petitions with voice, or any manner of Sacrament, or other publick or common Rite or Action, pertaining to the profit and edifying of the unlearned, to be ministred in a Tongue unknown,
when the Mouth utters the Petitions with voice, or any manner of Sacrament, or other public or Common Rite or Actium, pertaining to the profit and edifying of the unlearned, to be ministered in a Tongue unknown,
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Although Reason, if it might Rule, would soon perswade us to have our Common-Prayer and Administration of the Sacraments in a known Tongue, both for that to pray commonly, is for a multitude to ask one and the self-same thing with one voice, and one consent of mind;
Although Reason, if it might Rule, would soon persuade us to have our Common prayer and Administration of the Sacraments in a known Tongue, both for that to pray commonly, is for a multitude to ask one and the selfsame thing with one voice, and one consent of mind;
and also for that both these Exercises were first instituted, and are still continued, to the end, that the Congregation of Christ might from time to time be put in remembrance of their Unity in Christ,
and also for that both these Exercises were First instituted, and Are still continued, to the end, that the Congregation of christ might from time to time be put in remembrance of their Unity in christ,
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For where the Prayers spoken by the Minister, and the words in the Administration of the Sacraments be not understood of them that be present, they cannot thereby be edified.
For where the Prayers spoken by the Minister, and the words in the Administration of the Sacraments be not understood of them that be present, they cannot thereby be edified.
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Even so when Prayers, or Administration of Sacraments shall be in a Tongue unknown to the hearers, which of them shall be thereby stirred up to lift up his mind to God,
Even so when Prayers, or Administration of Sacraments shall be in a Tongue unknown to the hearers, which of them shall be thereby stirred up to lift up his mind to God,
and to beg with the Minister at Gods hand, those things which in the words of his Prayers the Minister asketh? Or who shall in the ministration of the Sacraments understand what invisible grace is to be craved of the Hearer, to be wrought in the inward man? Truly no man at all.
and to beg with the Minister At God's hand, those things which in the words of his Prayers the Minister asks? Or who shall in the ministration of the Sacraments understand what invisible grace is to be craved of the Hearer, to be wrought in the inward man? Truly no man At all.
And therefore whiles our Minister is in rehearsing the Prayer that is made in the name of us all, we must give diligent ears to the words spoken by him,
And Therefore while our Minister is in rehearsing the Prayer that is made in the name of us all, we must give diligent ears to the words spoken by him,
For it might then have perswaded some to embrace the Gospel, when they had heard men that were Hebrews born and unlearned, speak the Greek, the Latine, and other Languages.
For it might then have persuaded Some to embrace the Gospel, when they had herd men that were Hebrews born and unlearned, speak the Greek, the Latin, and other Languages.
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and to inforce all the Nations of Europe to have the Romish Language in admiration, it appeareth by the consent of the most Ancient and Learned Writers, that there was no strange or unknown Tongue used in the Congregation of Christians.
and to enforce all the nations of Europe to have the Romish Language in admiration, it appears by the consent of the most Ancient and Learned Writers, that there was no strange or unknown Tongue used in the Congregation of Christians.
Basilius Magnus, and Johannes Chrysostomus did in their time prescribe publick Orders of publick Administration, which they call Liturgies; and in them they appointed the People to answer to the Prayers of the Minister, sometime, Amen; sometime, Lord have mercy upon us;
Basil Magnus, and Johannes Chrysostom did in their time prescribe public Order of public Administration, which they call Liturgies; and in them they appointed the People to answer to the Prayers of the Minister, sometime, Amen; sometime, Lord have mercy upon us;
And Chrysostom upon the words of Paul, saith, So soon as the People hear these words, World without end, they all do forthwith answer, Amen. This could they not do,
And Chrysostom upon the words of Paul, Says, So soon as the People hear these words, World without end, they all do forthwith answer, Amen. This could they not do,
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Cyprian saith, The Priest doth prepare the minds of the Brethren, with a Preface before the Prayer, saying, Lift up your hearts: That whiles the People doth answer, We have our hearts lifted up to the Lord, they be admonished that they ought to think on none other thing than the Lord.
Cyprian Says, The Priest does prepare the minds of the Brothers, with a Preface before the Prayer, saying, Lift up your hearts: That while the People does answer, We have our hearts lifted up to the Lord, they be admonished that they ought to think on none other thing than the Lord.
St. Ambrose, writing upon the words of St. Paul, saith, This is it that he saith, because he which speaketh in an unknown Tongue, speaketh to God, for he knoweth all things;
Saint Ambrose, writing upon the words of Saint Paul, Says, This is it that he Says, Because he which speaks in an unknown Tongue, speaks to God, for he Knoweth all things;
If thou bless, or give thanks with the spirit, how shall he that occupieth the room of the unlearned, say Amen, at thy giving of thanks, seeing he understandeth not what thou sayest? This is (saith Ambrose ) if thou speak the praise of God in a Tongue unknown to the Hearers.
If thou bless, or give thanks with the Spirit, how shall he that occupieth the room of the unlearned, say Amen, At thy giving of thanks, seeing he understands not what thou Sayest? This is (Says Ambrose) if thou speak the praise of God in a Tongue unknown to the Hearers.
For the confirmation of the Prayer is fulfilled by them that do answer, Amen, that all things spoken might be confirmed in the minds of the Hearers, through the testimony of the truth.
For the confirmation of the Prayer is fulfilled by them that do answer, Amen, that all things spoken might be confirmed in the minds of the Hearers, through the testimony of the truth.
And lest any man should think all this to be meant of Preaching, and not of Prayer, he taketh occasion of these words of St. Paul, (If there be not an Interpreter, let him keep silence in the Church) to say, as followeth:
And lest any man should think all this to be meant of Preaching, and not of Prayer, he Takes occasion of these words of Saint Paul, (If there be not an Interpreter, let him keep silence in the Church) to say, as follows:
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St. Hierom, writing upon these words of St. Paul, How shall he that supplieth the place of the unlearned, &c. saith, It is the Lay-man whom Paul understandeth here to be in the place of the ignorant man, which hath no Ecclesiastical Office:
Saint Hieronymus, writing upon these words of Saint Paul, How shall he that supplieth the place of the unlearned, etc. Says, It is the Layman whom Paul understands Here to be in the place of the ignorant man, which hath no Ecclesiastical Office:
How shall he answer Amen to the prayer that he understandeth not? And a little after, upon the words of St Paul, For if I should pray in a Tongue, &c. he saith thus: This is Paul 's meaning:
How shall he answer Amen to the prayer that he understands not? And a little After, upon the words of Saint Paul, For if I should pray in a Tongue, etc. he Says thus: This is Paul is meaning:
but to sing with understanding, is given by Gods Holy Will to the Nature of Man. Again, the same Augustine saith, There needeth no speech when we Pray, saving perhaps as the Priests do,
but to sing with understanding, is given by God's Holy Will to the Nature of Man. Again, the same Augustine Says, There needs no speech when we Pray, Saving perhaps as the Priests do,
Thus are we taught both by the Scripture and Ancient Doctors, that in the Administration of Common-Prayer and Sacraments, no Tongue unknown to the Hearers ought to be used.
Thus Are we taught both by the Scripture and Ancient Doctors, that in the Administration of Common prayer and Sacraments, no Tongue unknown to the Hearers ought to be used.
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But yet to stop the mouths of the Adversaries, which stay themselves much upon General Decrees, it shall be good to add to these Testimonies of Scriptures and Doctors, one Constitution made by Justinian the Emperor, who lived five hundred twenty and seven years after Christ,
But yet to stop the mouths of the Adversaries, which stay themselves much upon General Decrees, it shall be good to add to these Testimonies of Scriptures and Doctors, one Constitution made by Justinian the Emperor, who lived five hundred twenty and seven Years After christ,
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but with a clear or loud voice, which may be heard of the people, that thereby the mind of the Hearers may be stirred up with great Devotion, in uttering the Prayers of the Lord God;
but with a clear or loud voice, which may be herd of the people, that thereby the mind of the Hearers may be stirred up with great Devotion, in uttering the Prayers of the Lord God;
And let the most Religious Priests know this, that if they neglect any of these things, that they shall give an account for them in the dreadful judgment of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ.
And let the most Religious Priests know this, that if they neglect any of these things, that they shall give an account for them in the dreadful judgement of the great God and our Saviour jesus christ.
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for Praying and Administring of Sacraments in a known Tongue, that the Devotion of the Hearers might be stirred up by knowledge, contrary to the judgment of them that would have Ignorance to make Devotion.
for Praying and Administering of Sacraments in a known Tongue, that the Devotion of the Hearers might be stirred up by knowledge, contrary to the judgement of them that would have Ignorance to make Devotion.
Let us therefore conclude with God and all good mens assent, that no Common-Prayer or Sacraments ought to be ministred in a Tongue that is not understood of the Hearers.
Let us Therefore conclude with God and all good men's assent, that no Common prayer or Sacraments ought to be ministered in a Tongue that is not understood of the Hearers.
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or Administration of Sacraments, ought to be in a Tongue unknown to the Hearers, but also that no Person ought to Pray privately in that Tongue that he himself understandeth not.
or Administration of Sacraments, ought to be in a Tongue unknown to the Hearers, but also that no Person ought to Pray privately in that Tongue that he himself understands not.
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And the voice that a man uttereth in speaking, is nothing else but the Messenger of the mind to bring abroad the knowledge of that which otherwise lieth secret in the heart,
And the voice that a man utters in speaking, is nothing Else but the Messenger of the mind to bring abroad the knowledge of that which otherwise lies secret in the heart,
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What man (saith he) knoweth the things that appertain to man, saving only the spirit of man, which is in man? He therefore that doth not understand the voices that his Tongue doth utter, cannot properly be said to speak,
What man (Says he) Knoweth the things that appertain to man, Saving only the Spirit of man, which is in man? He Therefore that does not understand the voices that his Tongue does utter, cannot properly be said to speak,
No man therefore that feareth to provoke the wrath of God against himself, will be so bold to speak of God unadvisedly, without regard, of reverent understanding, in his presence,
No man Therefore that fears to provoke the wrath of God against himself, will be so bold to speak of God unadvisedly, without regard, of reverend understanding, in his presence,
And therefore in our Common-Prayer the Minister doth often-times say, Let us pray, meaning thereby to admonish the People that they should prepare their Ears to hear what he should crave at Gods hand,
And Therefore in our Common prayer the Minister does oftentimes say, Let us pray, meaning thereby to admonish the People that they should prepare their Ears to hear what he should crave At God's hand,
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The Jews also, when in the time of Judith they did with all their heart pray God to visit his People of Israel, had so prepared their hearts before they began to pray.
The jews also, when in the time of Judith they did with all their heart pray God to visit his People of Israel, had so prepared their hearts before they began to pray.
After this sort had Manasses prepared his heart before he prayed, and said, And now (O Lord) do I bow the knees of my heart, asking of thee part of thy merciful kindness.
After this sort had Manasses prepared his heart before he prayed, and said, And now (Oh Lord) do I bow the knees of my heart, asking of thee part of thy merciful kindness.
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But forasmuch as the Person that so bableth his words without sense in the presence of God, sheweth himself not to regard the Majesty of him that he speaketh to:
But forasmuch as the Person that so babbleth his words without sense in the presence of God, shows himself not to regard the Majesty of him that he speaks to:
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For it is the Heart that the Lord looketh upon, as it is written in the History of Kings. If we therefore will that our Prayers be not abominable before God, let us so prepare our hearts before we pray,
For it is the Heart that the Lord looks upon, as it is written in the History of Kings. If we Therefore will that our Prayers be not abominable before God, let us so prepare our hearts before we pray,
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And so shall it come to pass, that if haply they shall mark that some Bishops or Ministers in the Church do call upon God, either with barbarous words,
And so shall it come to pass, that if haply they shall mark that Some Bishops or Ministers in the Church do call upon God, either with barbarous words,
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Not for that these things ought not to be amended, that the People may say Amen, to that which they do plainly understand But yet these godly things must be born withal of these Catechists,
Not for that these things ought not to be amended, that the People may say Amen, to that which they do plainly understand But yet these godly things must be born withal of these Catechists,
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or Instructors of the Faith, that they may learn, that as in the Common Place where matters are pleaded, the goodness of an Oration consisteth in sound,
or Instructors of the Faith, that they may Learn, that as in the Common Place where matters Are pleaded, the Goodness of an Oration Consisteth in found,
how should not the same make the words read, unfruitful to the Reader? The merciful goodness of God, grant us his grace to call upon him as we ought to do, to his glory and our endless felicity;
how should not the same make the words read, unfruitful to the Reader? The merciful Goodness of God, grant us his grace to call upon him as we ought to do, to his glory and our endless felicity;
THE great utility and profit that Christian Men and Women may take (if they will) by hearing and reading the Holy Scriptures (Dearly beloved) no heart can sufficiently conceive, much less is my tongue able with words to express.
THE great utility and profit that Christian Men and Women may take (if they will) by hearing and reading the Holy Scriptures (Dearly Beloved) no heart can sufficiently conceive, much less is my tongue able with words to express.
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and that Christian Religion is greatly furthered by diligent hearing and reading of them, he also perceiving what an hindrance and let they be to him and his Kingdom, doth what he can to drive the reading of them out of Gods Church.
and that Christian Religion is greatly furthered by diligent hearing and reading of them, he also perceiving what an hindrance and let they be to him and his Kingdom, does what he can to drive the reading of them out of God's Church.
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If to know God aright be an occasion of evil, then we must needs grant, that the hearing and reading of the Holy Scriptures, is the cause of Heresie, carnal Liberty,
If to know God aright be an occasion of evil, then we must needs grant, that the hearing and reading of the Holy Scriptures, is the cause of Heresy, carnal Liberty,
And shall we Christian men think to learn the knowledge of God and of our selves, in any earthly mans work or Writing, sooner or better than in the Holy Scriptures, written by the inspiration of the Holy Ghost? The Scriptures were not brought unto us by the will of man:
And shall we Christian men think to Learn the knowledge of God and of our selves, in any earthly men work or Writing, sooner or better than in the Holy Scriptures, written by the inspiration of the Holy Ghost? The Scriptures were not brought unto us by the will of man:
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and his Doctrine is? whose vertuous conversation and godly life, the Scripture so lively painteth and setteth forth before our Eyes, that we beholding that Pattern, might shape and frame our lives,
and his Doctrine is? whose virtuous Conversation and godly life, the Scripture so lively painteth and sets forth before our Eyes, that we beholding that Pattern, might shape and frame our lives,
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Can this be found or gotten otherwhere than out of Gods own Book, his sacred Scriptures? Christ taught so much when he said to the obstinate Jews, Search the Scriptures, for in them ye think to have eternal life.
Can this be found or got otherwhere than out of God's own Book, his sacred Scriptures? christ taught so much when he said to the obstinate jews, Search the Scriptures, for in them you think to have Eternal life.
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If the Scriptures contain in them Everlasting Life, it must needs follow, that they have also present remedy against all that is an hindrance and let unto eternal life.
If the Scriptures contain in them Everlasting Life, it must needs follow, that they have also present remedy against all that is an hindrance and let unto Eternal life.
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If we desire the knowledge of Heavenly Wisdom, why had we rather learn the same of man than of God himself, who (as St. James saith) is the giver of wisdom? Yea,
If we desire the knowledge of Heavenly Wisdom, why had we rather Learn the same of man than of God himself, who (as Saint James Says) is the giver of Wisdom? Yea,
why will we not learn it at Christs own mouth, who promising to be present with his Church till the Worlds end, doth perform his promise, in that he is not only with us by his grace and tender pity:
why will we not Learn it At Christ own Mouth, who promising to be present with his Church till the World's end, does perform his promise, in that he is not only with us by his grace and tender pity:
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but also in this, that he speaketh presently unto us in the Holy Scriptures, to the great and endless comfort of all them that have any feeling of God at all in them? Yea, he speaketh now in the Scriptures more profitably to us,
but also in this, that he speaks presently unto us in the Holy Scriptures, to the great and endless Comfort of all them that have any feeling of God At all in them? Yea, he speaks now in the Scriptures more profitably to us,
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Christs Images made in Wood, Stone, or Metal, some men for the love they bear to Christ, do garnish and beautifie the same with Pearl, Gold, and Precious Stones:
Christ Images made in Wood, Stone, or Metal, Some men for the love they bear to christ, do garnish and beautify the same with Pearl, Gold, and Precious Stones:
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And should we not (good Brethren) much rather embrace and reverence Gods Holy Books, the sacred Bible, which do represent Christ unto us more truly than can any Image.
And should we not (good Brothers) much rather embrace and Reverence God's Holy Books, the sacred bible, which do represent christ unto us more truly than can any Image.
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Let every Man, Woman, and Child, therefore with all their Hearts thirst and desire Gods Holy Scriptures, love them, embrace them, have their delight and pleasure in hearing and reading them,
Let every Man, Woman, and Child, Therefore with all their Hearts thirst and desire God's Holy Scriptures, love them, embrace them, have their delight and pleasure in hearing and reading them,
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Furthermore, for that the Scripture also reporteth, even of them that have their commendation to be the Children of God, that they did divers acts, whereof some are contrary to the Law of Nature, some repugnant to the Law written,
Furthermore, for that the Scripture also Reporteth, even of them that have their commendation to be the Children of God, that they did diverse acts, whereof Some Are contrary to the Law of Nature, Some repugnant to the Law written,
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And some worldly witted men think it great decay to the quiet and prudent governing of their Common-weals, to give ear to the simple and plain Rules and Precepts of our Saviour Christ in his Gospel,
And Some worldly witted men think it great decay to the quiet and prudent governing of their Commonweals, to give ear to the simple and plain Rules and Precepts of our Saviour christ in his Gospel,
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For Carnal Reason, being alway an Enemy to God, and not perceiving the things of Gods Spirit, doth abhor such Precepts, which yet rightly understood, infringeth no Judicial Policies, nor Christian mens Governments.
For Carnal Reason, being always an Enemy to God, and not perceiving the things of God's Spirit, does abhor such Precepts, which yet rightly understood, infringeth no Judicial Policies, nor Christian men's Governments.
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And some there be, which hearing the Scriptures to bid us to live without carefulness, without study or fore-casting, to deride the simplicities of them.
And Some there be, which hearing the Scriptures to bid us to live without carefulness, without study or forecasting, to deride the Simplicities of them.
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In the Book of Deuteronomy it is written, That Almighty God made a Law, if a man died without issue, his brother or next kinsman should marry his Widow,
In the Book of Deuteronomy it is written, That Almighty God made a Law, if a man died without issue, his brother or next kinsman should marry his Widow,
Here (Dearly beloved) the pulling off his shoe, and spitting in his face, were Ceremonies, to signifie unto all the People of that City, that the Woman was not now in fault that Gods Law in that point was broken,
Here (Dearly Beloved) the pulling off his shoe, and spitting in his face, were Ceremonies, to signify unto all the People of that city, that the Woman was not now in fault that God's Law in that point was broken,
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And in the threescore Psalm it is written, Moab is my wash-pot, and over Edom will I cast out my shoe, &c. In that place the Prophet sheweth how graciously God hath dealt with his People the Children of Israel, giving them great Victories upon their Enemies on every side.
And in the threescore Psalm it is written, Moab is my washpot, and over Edom will I cast out my shoe, etc. In that place the Prophet shows how graciously God hath dealt with his People the Children of Israel, giving them great Victories upon their Enemies on every side.
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Now I pray you, what uncomely manner of speech is this, so used in common phrase among the Hebrews? It is a shame that Christian men should be so light headed, to toy as Ruffians do with such manner of speeches, uttered in good grave signification by the Holy Ghost.
Now I pray you, what uncomely manner of speech is this, so used in Common phrase among the Hebrews? It is a shame that Christian men should be so Light headed, to toy as Ruffians do with such manner of Speeches, uttered in good grave signification by the Holy Ghost.
And that ye may the better understand this to be true, ye shall note that it was permitted to the Fathers of the Old Testament to have at one time moe Wives than one,
And that you may the better understand this to be true, you shall note that it was permitted to the Father's of the Old Testament to have At one time more Wives than one,
She that was Free-born had a Prerogative above those that were Servants and Bond-women. The Free-born Woman was by Marriage made the Ruler of the House under her Husband,
She that was Freeborn had a Prerogative above those that were Servants and Bondwomen. The Freeborn Woman was by Marriage made the Ruler of the House under her Husband,
And to his other Daughter Rachel, he gave another Bondmaid, named Bilha. And the Wives that were the owners of their Handmaidens, gave them in Marriage to their Husbands, upon divers occasions.
And to his other Daughter Rachel, he gave Another Bondmaid, nam Bilha. And the Wives that were the owners of their Handmaidens, gave them in Marriage to their Husbands, upon diverse occasions.
Sarah gave her Maid Agar in Marriage to Abraham, Lea gave in like manner her Maid Zilpha to her Husband Jacob. So did Rachel his other Wife give him Bilha her Maid, saying unto him, Go in unto her, and she shall bear upon my knees:
Sarah gave her Maid Agar in Marriage to Abraham, Lea gave in like manner her Maid Zilpah to her Husband Jacob. So did Rachel his other Wife give him Bilha her Maid, saying unto him, Go in unto her, and she shall bear upon my knees:
The plurality of Wives was by a special Prerogative suffered to the Fathers of the Old Testament, not for satisfying their carnal and fleshly Lusts,
The plurality of Wives was by a special Prerogative suffered to the Father's of the Old Testament, not for satisfying their carnal and fleshly Lustiest,
but to have many Children, because every one of them hoped, and begged oft-times of God in their Prayers, that that Blessed Seed, which God promised should come into the World to break the Serpents Head, might come and be born of this stock and kindred.
but to have many Children, Because every one of them hoped, and begged ofttimes of God in their Prayers, that that Blessed Seed, which God promised should come into the World to break the Serpents Head, might come and be born of this stock and kindred.
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Abraham, whose Faith was so great, that for the same he deserved to be called of Gods own mouth, a Father of many Nations, the Father of all Believers, besides with Sarah his Wife, had also carnal company with Agar, Sarah's Handmaid.
Abraham, whose Faith was so great, that for the same he deserved to be called of God's own Mouth, a Father of many nations, the Father of all Believers, beside with Sarah his Wife, had also carnal company with Agar, Sarah's Handmaid.
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We ought then to learn by them this profitable Lesson, that if so godly men as they were, which otherwise felt inwardly Gods Holy Spirit inflaming their hearts with the fear and love of God, could not by their own strength keep themselves from committing horrible sin,
We ought then to Learn by them this profitable lesson, that if so godly men as they were, which otherwise felt inwardly God's Holy Spirit Inflaming their hearts with the Fear and love of God, could not by their own strength keep themselves from committing horrible since,
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How much more ought we then, miserable wretches, which have no feeling of God within us at all, continually to fear, not only that we may fall as they did,
How much more ought we then, miserable wretches, which have no feeling of God within us At all, continually to Fear, not only that we may fallen as they did,
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but also be overcome and drowned in sin, which they were not? And so by considering their fall, take the better occasion to acknowledge our own Infirmity and weakness,
but also be overcome and drowned in since, which they were not? And so by considering their fallen, take the better occasion to acknowledge our own Infirmity and weakness,
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Thus, good People, should we understand such matters expressed in the Divine Scriptures, that this Holy Table of Gods Word be not turned to us to be a snare, a trap,
Thus, good People, should we understand such matters expressed in the Divine Scriptures, that this Holy Table of God's Word be not turned to us to be a snare, a trap,
But let us esteem them in a reverent Humility, that we may find our necessary Food therein, to strengthen us, to comfort us, to instruct us (as God of his great Mercy hath appointed them) in all necessary works,
But let us esteem them in a reverend Humility, that we may find our necessary Food therein, to strengthen us, to Comfort us, to instruct us (as God of his great Mercy hath appointed them) in all necessary works,
neither can he so long as old Adam dwelleth in him. Christ therefore meaneth, that he would have his faithful servants so far from vengeance and resisting wrong, that he would rather have him ready to suffer another wrong,
neither can he so long as old Adam dwells in him. christ Therefore means, that he would have his faithful Servants so Far from vengeance and resisting wrong, that he would rather have him ready to suffer Another wrong,
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Let that always come to your remembrance, which is so oft repeated of the Prophet Esaias, The mouth of the Lord (saith he) hath spoken it, and Almighty and everlasting God, who with his only word created Heaven and Earth, hath decreed it, the Lord of Hosts, whose ways are in the Seas, whose paths are in the deep Waters, that Lord and God by whose word all things in Heaven and in Earth are created, governed,
Let that always come to your remembrance, which is so oft repeated of the Prophet Isaiah, The Mouth of the Lord (Says he) hath spoken it, and Almighty and everlasting God, who with his only word created Heaven and Earth, hath decreed it, the Lord of Hosts, whose ways Are in the Seas, whose paths Are in the deep Waters, that Lord and God by whose word all things in Heaven and in Earth Are created, governed,
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it cannot be but wisely and prudently commanded, what Almighty God hath devised, how vainly soever, through want of grace, we miserable wretches do imagine and judge of his most Holy Word.
it cannot be but wisely and prudently commanded, what Almighty God hath devised, how vainly soever, through want of grace, we miserable wretches do imagine and judge of his most Holy Word.
There are three sorts of People, whose Company the Prophet would have him to flee and avoid, which shall be an happy man, and partaker of Gods Blessing.
There Are three sorts of People, whose Company the Prophet would have him to flee and avoid, which shall be an happy man, and partaker of God's Blessing.
By the ungodly, he understandeth those which have no regard of Almighty God, being void of all Faith, whose hearts and minds are so set upon the World, that they study only how to accomplish their worldly practices, their carnal imaginations, their filthy lust and desire, without any fear of God.
By the ungodly, he understands those which have no regard of Almighty God, being void of all Faith, whose hearts and minds Are so Set upon the World, that they study only how to accomplish their worldly practices, their carnal Imaginations, their filthy lust and desire, without any Fear of God.
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for then who should be found free? What man ever lived upon Earth (Christ only excepted) but he hath sinned? The just man falleth seven times, and riseth again.
for then who should be found free? What man ever lived upon Earth (christ only excepted) but he hath sinned? The just man falls seven times, and Riseth again.
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Though the godly do fall, yet they walk not on purposely in sin, they stand not still to continue and tarry in sin, they sit not down like careless men, without all fear of Gods just punishment for sin;
Though the godly do fallen, yet they walk not on purposely in since, they stand not still to continue and tarry in since, they fit not down like careless men, without all Fear of God's just punishment for since;
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The Prophet then calleth them sinners, whose hearts are clean turned from God, and whose whole conversation of life is nothing but sin, they delight so much in the same, that they choose continually to abide and dwell in sin.
The Prophet then calls them Sinners, whose hearts Are clean turned from God, and whose Whole Conversation of life is nothing but since, they delight so much in the same, that they choose continually to abide and dwell in since.
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Examples of such scorners, we read in the Second Book of Chronicles: When the good King Ezechias in the beginning of his Reign, had destroyed Idolatry, purged the Temple,
Examples of such Scorner's, we read in the Second Book of Chronicles: When the good King Hezekiah in the beginning of his Reign, had destroyed Idolatry, purged the Temple,
and reformed Religion in his Realm, he sent Messengers into every City, to gather the People unto Jerusalem, to solemnize the Feast of Easter, in such sort as God had appointed.
and reformed Religion in his Realm, he sent Messengers into every city, to gather the People unto Jerusalem, to solemnize the Feast of Easter, in such sort as God had appointed.
The Posts went from City to City, through the Land of Ephraim and Manasses, even unto Zabulon. And what did the People, think ye? Did they land and praise the Name of the Lord which had given them so good a King,
The Posts went from city to city, through the Land of Ephraim and Manasses, even unto Zebulon. And what did the People, think you? Did they land and praise the Name of the Lord which had given them so good a King,
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And in the last Chapter of the same Book it is written, That Almighty God, having compassion upon his people, sent his Messengers the Prophets unto them, to call them from their abominable Idolatry and wicked kind of living.
And in the last Chapter of the same Book it is written, That Almighty God, having compassion upon his people, sent his Messengers the prophets unto them, to call them from their abominable Idolatry and wicked kind of living.
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when Noe told them, that God would take vengeance upon them for their sins. The Flood therefore came suddenly upon them, and drowned them, with the whole World.
when No told them, that God would take vengeance upon them for their Sins. The Flood Therefore Come suddenly upon them, and drowned them, with the Whole World.
They thought his sayings impossible to be true, they scorned and mocked his Admonition, and reputed him as an old doting Fool. But when God by his Holy Angels had taken Lot, his Wife,
They Thought his sayings impossible to be true, they scorned and mocked his Admonition, and reputed him as an old doting Fool. But when God by his Holy Angels had taken Lot, his Wife,
The worldly wise men scorn the Doctrine of Christ, as foolishness to their Understanding. These scorners have ever been, and ever shall be to the Worlds end.
The worldly wise men scorn the Doctrine of christ, as foolishness to their Understanding. These Scorner's have ever been, and ever shall be to the World's end.
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when it shall be too late, for there shall be Judgment without Mercy. This might suffice to admonish us, and cause us henceforth to reverence Gods Holy Scriptures,
when it shall be too late, for there shall be Judgement without Mercy. This might suffice to admonish us, and cause us henceforth to Reverence God's Holy Scriptures,
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although yet to learned men they be not unprofitable to be considered, but to be expounded as figures and shadows of things and persons, afterward openly revealed in the New Testament.
although yet to learned men they be not unprofitable to be considered, but to be expounded as figures and shadows of things and Persons, afterwards openly revealed in the New Testament.
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He was of like mind as St. Paul was, when he did deliver Hymeneus and Alexander, with the notorious Fornicator, to Satan, to their Temporal confusion, that their Spirit might be saved against the day of the Lord.
He was of like mind as Saint Paul was, when he did deliver Hymenaeus and Alexander, with the notorious Fornicator, to Satan, to their Temporal confusion, that their Spirit might be saved against the day of the Lord.
yet in other places of his Psalms he professeth, that he hated them with a perfect hate, not with a malicious hate, to the hurt of the Soul. Which perfection of spirit,
yet in other places of his Psalms he Professes, that he hated them with a perfect hate, not with a malicious hate, to the hurt of the Soul. Which perfection of Spirit,
Let us not therefore be offended, but search out the reason of such words before we be offended, that we may the more reverently judge of such sayings,
Let us not Therefore be offended, but search out the reason of such words before we be offended, that we may the more reverently judge of such sayings,
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and to instill the Heavenly drops of his grace into our hard stony hearts, to supple the same, that we be not contemners and deriders of his Infallible Word:
and to instill the Heavenly drops of his grace into our hard stony hearts, to supple the same, that we be not contemners and deriders of his Infallible Word:
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AMongst the manifold Duties that Almighty God requireth of his Faithful Servants the true Christians, by the which he would that both his Name should be glorified,
among the manifold Duties that Almighty God requires of his Faithful Servants the true Christians, by the which he would that both his Name should be glorified,
And yet this notwithstanding (such is the slothful sluggishness of our dull Nature, to that which is good and godly) that we are almost in nothing more negligent and less careful than we are therein.
And yet this notwithstanding (such is the slothful sluggishness of our dull Nature, to that which is good and godly) that we Are almost in nothing more negligent and less careful than we Are therein.
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and also such as hitherto have either neglected, or contemned it, may yet now at length (when they shall hear how much it appertaineth to them) advisedly consider it, and vertuously apply themselves thereunto.
and also such as hitherto have either neglected, or contemned it, may yet now At length (when they shall hear how much it appertaineth to them) advisedly Consider it, and virtuously apply themselves thereunto.
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Know this, that to help and succour the Poor in their need and misery, pleaseth God so much, that as the Holy Scripture in sundry places recordeth, nothing can be more thankfully taken or accepted of God.
Know this, that to help and succour the Poor in their need and misery, Pleases God so much, that as the Holy Scripture in sundry places recordeth, nothing can be more thankfully taken or accepted of God.
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So he that receiveth the Poor and Needy, and helpeth them in their affliction and distress, doth thereby receive and honour Christ their Master, who as he was poor and needy himself whilest he lived here amongst us, to work the Mystery of our Salvation, at his departure hence he promised in his stead to send unto us those that were Poor, by whose means his absence should be supplied:
So he that receives the Poor and Needy, and Helpeth them in their affliction and distress, does thereby receive and honour christ their Master, who as he was poor and needy himself whilst he lived Here among us, to work the Mystery of our Salvation, At his departure hence he promised in his stead to send unto us those that were Poor, by whose means his absence should be supplied:
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because he would have continual trial of his People, whether they loved him or no, that in shewing themselves obedient unto his will, they might certainly assure themselves of his love and favour towards them,
Because he would have continual trial of his People, whither they loved him or no, that in showing themselves obedient unto his will, they might Certainly assure themselves of his love and favour towards them,
and nothing doubt, but that as his Law and Ordinance (wherein he commanded them that they should open their hand unto their brethren that were poor and needy in the Land) were accepted of them, and willingly performed:
and nothing doubt, but that as his Law and Ordinance (wherein he commanded them that they should open their hand unto their brothers that were poor and needy in the Land) were accepted of them, and willingly performed:
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for with such sacrifices God is pleased. Esay the Prophet teacheth on this wise. Deal thy bread to the hungry, and bring the poor wandring home to thy house.
for with such Sacrifices God is pleased. Isaiah the Prophet Teaches on this wise. Deal thy bred to the hungry, and bring the poor wandering home to thy house.
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and to succour the poor and needy, was a very acceptable thing, and an high Sacrifice to God, wherein he greatly delighted, and had a singular pleasure.
and to succour the poor and needy, was a very acceptable thing, and an high Sacrifice to God, wherein he greatly delighted, and had a singular pleasure.
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For so doth the Wise Man, the Son of Syrach, teach us, saying, Whoso is merciful and giveth alms, he offereth the right thank-offering. And he addeth thereunto:
For so does the Wise Man, the Son of Sirach, teach us, saying, Whoso is merciful and gives alms, he Offereth the right thank-offering. And he adds thereunto:
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And the truth of this Doctrine is verified by the examples of those holy and charitable Fathers, of whom we read in the Scriptures, that they were given to merciful compassion towards the Poor,
And the truth of this Doctrine is verified by the Examples of those holy and charitable Father's, of whom we read in the Scriptures, that they were given to merciful compassion towards the Poor,
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Such was his kinsman Lot, whom God so favoured for receiving his Messengers into his House, which otherwise should have lien in the street, that he saved him with his whole Family, from the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrha. Such were the Holy Fathers, Job and Toby, with many others, who felt most sensible proofs of Gods special love towards them.
Such was his kinsman Lot, whom God so favoured for receiving his Messengers into his House, which otherwise should have lain in the street, that he saved him with his Whole Family, from the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrha. Such were the Holy Father's, Job and Toby, with many Others, who felt most sensible proofs of God's special love towards them.
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And as all these by their mercifulness and tender compassion which they shewed to the miserable afflicted Members of Christ, in the relieving, helping,
And as all these by their mercifulness and tender compassion which they showed to the miserable afflicted Members of christ, in the relieving, helping,
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And we use in cross-ways to set up a wooden or stone Cross, to admonish the travelling man which way he must turn when he cometh thither, to direct his Journey aright.
And we use in crossways to Set up a wooden or stone Cross, to admonish the traveling man which Way he must turn when he comes thither, to Direct his Journey aright.
or any other Noble-man, whom they either fear or love, such a one they will be glad to benefit and pleasure, that when they have need they may become their Spokesman, either to obtain a commodity, or to escape a displeasure.
or any other Nobleman, whom they either Fear or love, such a one they will be glad to benefit and pleasure, that when they have need they may become their Spokesman, either to obtain a commodity, or to escape a displeasure.
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Now surely it ought to be a shame to us, that worldly men for temporal things, that last but for a season, should be more wise and provident in procuring them, than we in heavenly.
Now surely it ought to be a shame to us, that worldly men for temporal things, that last but for a season, should be more wise and provident in procuring them, than we in heavenly.
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Hath not God (saith he) chosen the poor of this World to himself, to make them hereafter the rich heirs of that Kingdom which he hath promised to them that love him? And we know that the Prayer which they make for us, shall be acceptable and regarded of God, their complaint shall be heard also.
Hath not God (Says he) chosen the poor of this World to himself, to make them hereafter the rich Heirs of that Kingdom which he hath promised to them that love him? And we know that the Prayer which they make for us, shall be acceptable and regarded of God, their complaint shall be herd also.
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Thereof doth Jesus the Son of Syrach certainly assure us, saying, If the poor complain of thee in the bitterness of his soul, his prayer shall be heard,
Thereof does jesus the Son of Sirach Certainly assure us, saying, If the poor complain of thee in the bitterness of his soul, his prayer shall be herd,
We know also, that he who acknowledgeth himself to be their Master and Patron, and refuseth not to take them for his Servants, is both able to pleasure and displeasure us,
We know also, that he who acknowledgeth himself to be their Master and Patron, and Refuseth not to take them for his Servants, is both able to pleasure and displeasure us,
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Why should we then be either negligent or unwilling to procure their friendship and favour, by the which also we may be assured to get his favour, that is both able and willing to do us all pleasures that are for our commodity and wealth? Christ doth declare by this,
Why should we then be either negligent or unwilling to procure their friendship and favour, by the which also we may be assured to get his favour, that is both able and willing to do us all pleasures that Are for our commodity and wealth? christ does declare by this,
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how much he accepteth our charitable affection toward the Poor, in that he promiseth a reward unto them that give but a cup of cold water in his name to them that have need thereof,
how much he Accepteth our charitable affection towards the Poor, in that he promises a reward unto them that give but a cup of cold water in his name to them that have need thereof,
and to help them in time of necessity, is so acceptable unto our Saviour Christ, that he counteth that to be done to himself, that we do for his sake unto them.
and to help them in time of necessity, is so acceptable unto our Saviour christ, that he counteth that to be done to himself, that we do for his sake unto them.
Wherefore if either their good examples, or the wholsom counsel of godly Fathers, or the love of Christ, whose especial favour we may be assured by this means to obtain, may move us,
Wherefore if either their good Examples, or the wholesome counsel of godly Father's, or the love of christ, whose especial favour we may be assured by this means to obtain, may move us,
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and the wealth or glory thereof, if in the mean season he lose his Soul, or do that thing whereby it should become captive unto death, sin, and hellfire.
and the wealth or glory thereof, if in the mean season he loose his Soul, or do that thing whereby it should become captive unto death, since, and hellfire.
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Yea, he teacheth us also thereby to esteem that as a precious Medicine, and an inestimable Jewel that hath such strength and vertue in it, that can either procure or preserve so incomparable a treasure.
Yea, he Teaches us also thereby to esteem that as a precious Medicine, and an inestimable Jewel that hath such strength and virtue in it, that can either procure or preserve so incomparable a treasure.
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For if we greatly regard that Medicine or Salve that is able to heal sundry and grievous Diseases of the Body, much more will we esteem that which hath like power over the Soul. And because we might be better assured both to know and to have in readiness that so profitable a Remedy:
For if we greatly regard that Medicine or Salve that is able to heal sundry and grievous Diseases of the Body, much more will we esteem that which hath like power over the Soul. And Because we might be better assured both to know and to have in readiness that so profitable a Remedy:
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Christ answering their superstitious complaint, teacheth them an especial remedy how to keep clean their souls, notwithstanding the breach of such superstitious Orders:
christ answering their superstitious complaint, Teaches them an especial remedy how to keep clean their Souls, notwithstanding the breach of such superstitious Order:
But yet some will say unto me, If Alms-giving, and our charitable works towards the Poor, be able to wash away sins, to reconcile us to God, to deliver us from the peril of damnation,
But yet Some will say unto me, If Almsgiving, and our charitable works towards the Poor, be able to wash away Sins, to reconcile us to God, to deliver us from the peril of damnation,
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But they mean this, and this is the understanding of those and such like sayings, that God of his mercy and special favour towards them whom he hath appointed to everlasting salvation, hath so offered his grace especially,
But they mean this, and this is the understanding of those and such like sayings, that God of his mercy and special favour towards them whom he hath appointed to everlasting salvation, hath so offered his grace especially,
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and they have so received it fruitfully, that although by reason of their sinful living outwardly, they seemed before to have been the Children of Wrath and Perdition,
and they have so received it fruitfully, that although by reason of their sinful living outwardly, they seemed before to have been the Children of Wrath and Perdition,
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yet now the Spirit of God mightily working in them, unto obedience to Gods Will and Commandments, they declare by their outward deeds and life, in the shewing of mercy and charity (which cannot come but of the Spirit of God,
yet now the Spirit of God mightily working in them, unto Obedience to God's Will and commandments, they declare by their outward Deeds and life, in the showing of mercy and charity (which cannot come but of the Spirit of God,
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And so, as by their wickedness and ungodly living, they shewed themselves according to the judgment of men, which follow the outward appearance, to be Reprobates and Cast-aways:
And so, as by their wickedness and ungodly living, they showed themselves according to the judgement of men, which follow the outward appearance, to be Reprobates and Castaways:
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So now by their Obedience unto Gods Holy Will, and by their mercifulness and tender pity (wherein they shew themselves to be like unto God, who is the Fountain and Spring of all mercy) they declare openly and manifestly unto the sight of men, that they are the Sons of God,
So now by their obedience unto God's Holy Will, and by their mercifulness and tender pity (wherein they show themselves to be like unto God, who is the Fountain and Spring of all mercy) they declare openly and manifestly unto the sighed of men, that they Are the Sons of God,
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so the good deeds of Man are not the cause that maketh Man good, but he is first made good by the spirit and grace of God that effectually worketh in him,
so the good Deeds of Man Are not the cause that makes Man good, but he is First made good by the Spirit and grace of God that effectually works in him,
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And then as the good fruit doth argue the goodness of the Tree, so doth the good and merciful deed of the man, argue and certainly prove the goodness of him that doth it, according to Christs sayings:
And then as the good fruit does argue the Goodness of the Tree, so does the good and merciful deed of the man, argue and Certainly prove the Goodness of him that does it, according to Christ sayings:
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And as the true Christian man, in thankfulness of his heart, for the redemption of his Soul purchased by Christs death, sheweth kindly by the fruit of his Faith, his obedience to God:
And as the true Christian man, in thankfulness of his heart, for the redemption of his Soul purchased by Christ death, shows kindly by the fruit of his Faith, his Obedience to God:
and so defaceth and obscureth the price of Christs Blodd, who only wrought our purgation. The meaning then of these sayings in the Scriptures and other Holy Writings:
and so defaceth and obscureth the price of Christ Blood, who only wrought our purgation. The meaning then of these sayings in the Scriptures and other Holy Writings:
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Alms-deeds do wash away our sins, and mercy to the Poor doth blot out our offences, is, that we doing these things according to Gods Will and our Duty, have our sins indeed washed away, and our offences blotted out:
Almsdeeds do wash away our Sins, and mercy to the Poor does blot out our offences, is, that we doing these things according to God's Will and our Duty, have our Sins indeed washed away, and our offences blotted out:
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and that for the promise that God hath made to them that are obedient unto his Commandment, that he which is the truth, might be justified in performing the truth due to his promise.
and that for the promise that God hath made to them that Are obedient unto his Commandment, that he which is the truth, might be justified in performing the truth due to his promise.
or for that they have any such strength and vertue in themselves ▪ I know that some men, too much addict to the advancing of their works, will not be contented with this answer;
or for that they have any such strength and virtue in themselves ▪ I know that Some men, too much addict to the advancing of their works, will not be contented with this answer;
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Wherefore leaving them to their own wilful sense, we will rather have regard to the reasonable and godly, who as they most certainly know and perswade themselves, that all goodness, all bounty, all mercy, all benefits, all forgiveness of sins,
Wherefore leaving them to their own wilful sense, we will rather have regard to the reasonable and godly, who as they most Certainly know and persuade themselves, that all Goodness, all bounty, all mercy, all benefits, all forgiveness of Sins,
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and whatsoever can be named good and profitable, either for the Body, or for the Soul, do come only of Gods mercy and meer favour, and not of themselves:
and whatsoever can be nam good and profitable, either for the Body, or for the Soul, do come only of God's mercy and mere favour, and not of themselves:
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but rather with the humble and poor Publican, confess themselves sinful wretches, unworthy to look up to Heaven, calling and craving for mercy, that with the Publican they may be pronounced of Christ to be justified.
but rather with the humble and poor Publican, confess themselves sinful wretches, unworthy to look up to Heaven, calling and craving for mercy, that with the Publican they may be pronounced of christ to be justified.
yea, they learn in such manner of speaking a comfortable argument of Gods singular favour and love, that attributeth that unto us and to our doings, that he by his Spirit worketh in us,
yea, they Learn in such manner of speaking a comfortable argument of God's singular favour and love, that attributeth that unto us and to our doings, that he by his Spirit works in us,
and say, Who shall be able to abide it, Lord, if thou wilt give sentence according to our deserts? Thus they humble themselves, and are exalted of God:
and say, Who shall be able to abide it, Lord, if thou wilt give sentence according to our deserts? Thus they humble themselves, and Are exalted of God:
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and how much God extendeth his favour towards them that are merciful, and what fruits and commodities doth come to them by it, they wish very gladly with themselves that they also might obtain these benefits,
and how much God extendeth his favour towards them that Are merciful, and what fruits and commodities does come to them by it, they wish very gladly with themselves that they also might obtain these benefits,
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O that we had some cunning and skilful Physician that were able to purge them of this so pestilent an humour, that so sore infecteth, not their bodies,
O that we had Some cunning and skilful physician that were able to purge them of this so pestilent an humour, that so soar Infecteth, not their bodies,
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Wherein thou shalt not believe me, but if thou have Faith, and be a true Christian, believe the Holy Ghost, give credit to the Authority of Gods Word that thus teacheth.
Wherein thou shalt not believe me, but if thou have Faith, and be a true Christian, believe the Holy Ghost, give credit to the authority of God's Word that thus Teaches.
For where he saith, that the good Alms-man shall never have scarcity, he addeth, But he that turneth away his eyes from such as be in necessity, shall suffer great poverty himself.
For where he Says, that the good almsman shall never have scarcity, he adds, But he that turns away his eyes from such as be in necessity, shall suffer great poverty himself.
Even as he provided seed for the sower in multiplying it, and giving great increase; so he will multiply their Goods and increase them, that there shall be great abundance.
Even as he provided seed for the sour in multiplying it, and giving great increase; so he will multiply their Goods and increase them, that there shall be great abundance.
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And lest we should think his sayings to be but words, and not truth, we have an example thereof in the third Book of Kings, which doth confirm and seal it up as a most certain truth.
And lest we should think his sayings to be but words, and not truth, we have an Exampl thereof in the third Book of Kings, which does confirm and seal it up as a most certain truth.
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yet when she gave part thereof to Elias, and defrauded her own hungry belly mercifully to relieve him, she was so blessed of God, that neither the Meal nor the Oyl was consumed all the time while that Famine did last,
yet when she gave part thereof to Elias, and defrauded her own hungry belly mercifully to relieve him, she was so blessed of God, that neither the Meal nor the Oil was consumed all the time while that Famine did last,
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and rather than she would omit the occasion given to give Alms, and work a work of Righteousness, she was content presently to hazard her own and her Sons life.
and rather than she would omit the occasion given to give Alms, and work a work of Righteousness, she was content presently to hazard her own and her Sons life.
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This poor and silly Widow never cast doubts in all her misery what wants she her self should have, she never distrusted the promise that God made to her by the Prophet,
This poor and silly Widow never cast doubts in all her misery what Wants she her self should have, she never distrusted the promise that God made to her by the Prophet,
and that which when you had you might have enjoyed your selves in peace, and might have bestowed upon other most godly, ye shall seek with sorrow and sighs,
and that which when you had you might have enjoyed your selves in peace, and might have bestowed upon other most godly, you shall seek with sorrow and sighs,
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Alas, what fury and madness doth possess our minds, that in a matter of truth and certainty, we will not give credit to the truth, testifying unto that which is most certain.
Alas, what fury and madness does possess our minds, that in a matter of truth and certainty, we will not give credit to the truth, testifying unto that which is most certain.
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Christ saith, That if we will first seek the Kingdom of God, and do the works of righteousness thereof, we shall not be left destitute, all other things shall be given to us plenteously.
christ Says, That if we will First seek the Kingdom of God, and do the works of righteousness thereof, we shall not be left destitute, all other things shall be given to us plenteously.
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And as Cyprian saith, whilest we stand in doubt lest our Goods fail, in being over-liberal, we put it out of doubt, that our life and health faileth, in not being liberal at all.
And as Cyprian Says, whilst we stand in doubt lest our Goods fail, in being over-liberal, we put it out of doubt, that our life and health Faileth, in not being liberal At all.
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if we give to the Poor, is much like the fear of Children and Fools, which when they see the bright glimmering of a Glass, they do imagine straightway that it is the Lightning,
if we give to the Poor, is much like the Fear of Children and Fools, which when they see the bright glimmering of a Glass, they do imagine straightway that it is the Lightning,
and as by infinite Testimonies and Examples may be proved) that whosoever serveth God faithfully and unfeignedly in any Vocation, God will not suffer him to decay, much less to perish.
and as by infinite Testimonies and Examples may be proved) that whosoever serves God faithfully and unfeignedly in any Vocation, God will not suffer him to decay, much less to perish.
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When Daniel was shut up in the Lions Den, God prepared Meat for him, and sent it thither to him And there was the saying of David fulfilled, The Lions do lack and suffer hunger,
When daniel was shut up in the Lions Den, God prepared Meat for him, and sent it thither to him And there was the saying of David fulfilled, The Lions do lack and suffer hunger,
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and left without food? Or will Christ deny earthly things unto them whom he promiseth Heavenly things for his true service? It cannot be therefore (Dear Brethren) that by giving of Alms, we should at any time want our selves;
and left without food? Or will christ deny earthly things unto them whom he promises Heavenly things for his true service? It cannot be Therefore (Dear Brothers) that by giving of Alms, we should At any time want our selves;
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It is contrary to Gods Word, it repugneth with his Promise, it is against Christs property and nature to suffer it, it is the crafty surmise of the Devil to perswade us it.
It is contrary to God's Word, it repugneth with his Promise, it is against Christ property and nature to suffer it, it is the crafty surmise of the devil to persuade us it.
AMong all the Creatures that God made in the beginning of the World most excellent and wonderful in their kind, there was none (as the Scripture beareth witness) to be compared almost in any point unto Man, who as well in Body as Soul exceeded all other, no less than the Sun in brightness and light exceedeth every small and little Star in the Firmament.
AMong all the Creatures that God made in the beginning of the World most excellent and wondered in their kind, there was none (as the Scripture bears witness) to be compared almost in any point unto Man, who as well in Body as Soul exceeded all other, no less than the Sun in brightness and Light exceeds every small and little Star in the Firmament.
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He was made according to the Image and similitude of God, he was endued with all kind of Heavenly gifts, he had no spot of uncleanness in him, he was sound and perfect in all parts, both outwardly and inwardly, his Reason was uncorrupt, his Understanding was pure and good, his Will was obedient and godly, he was made altogether like unto God, in Righteousness,
He was made according to the Image and similitude of God, he was endued with all kind of Heavenly Gifts, he had no spot of uncleanness in him, he was found and perfect in all parts, both outwardly and inwardly, his Reason was uncorrupt, his Understanding was pure and good, his Will was obedient and godly, he was made altogether like unto God, in Righteousness,
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For as it is said, God made him Lord and Ruler over all the Works of his hands, that he should have under his feet all Sheep and Oxen, all Beasts of the Field, all Fowls of the Air, all Fishes of the Sea,
For as it is said, God made him Lord and Ruler over all the Works of his hands, that he should have under his feet all Sheep and Oxen, all Beasts of the Field, all Fowls of the Air, all Fish of the Sea,
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or greater felicity desired in this World? But as the common nature of all men is, in time of Prosperity and Wealth, to forget not only themselves, but also God:
or greater felicity desired in this World? But as the Common nature of all men is, in time of Prosperity and Wealth, to forget not only themselves, but also God:
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or rather most wilfully break it, in forgetting the straight charge of his Maker, and giving ear to the crafty suggestion of that wicked Serpent the Devil.
or rather most wilfully break it, in forgetting the straight charge of his Maker, and giving ear to the crafty suggestion of that wicked Serpent the devil.
so that the whole brood of Adam 's flesh should sustain the self-same fall and punishment, which their forefather by his offence most justly had deserved.
so that the Whole brood of Adam is Flesh should sustain the selfsame fallen and punishment, which their forefather by his offence most justly had deserved.
that is to say, became mortal, and subject unto death, having in themselves nothing but everlasting damnation both of Body and Soul. They became (as David saith) corrupt and abominable, they went all out of the way, there was none that did good, no not one.
that is to say, became Mortal, and Subject unto death, having in themselves nothing but everlasting damnation both of Body and Soul. They became (as David Says) corrupt and abominable, they went all out of the Way, there was none that did good, no not one.
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O what a miserable and woful state was this, that the sin of one man should destroy and condemn all men, that nothing in all the World might be looked for,
O what a miserable and woeful state was this, that the since of one man should destroy and condemn all men, that nothing in all the World might be looked for,
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but only pangs of death, and pains of Hell? Had it been any marvel if mankind had been utterly driven to desperation, being thus fallen from life to death, from salvation to destruction, from Heaven to Hell? But behold the great goodness and tender mercy of God in his behalf:
but only pangs of death, and pains of Hell? Had it been any marvel if mankind had been utterly driven to desperation, being thus fallen from life to death, from salvation to destruction, from Heaven to Hell? But behold the great Goodness and tender mercy of God in his behalf:
and to deliver man out of the miserable curse and cursed misery, whereinto he was fallen headlong by disobeying the Will and Commandment of the only Lord and Maker.
and to deliver man out of the miserable curse and cursed misery, whereinto he was fallen headlong by disobeying the Will and Commandment of the only Lord and Maker.
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This Covenant and Promise was first made unto Adam himself immediately after his Fall, as we read in the third of Genesis, where God said to the Serpent on this wise, I will put enmity between thee and the woman, between thy seed and her seed.
This Covenant and Promise was First made unto Adam himself immediately After his Fallen, as we read in the third of Genesis, where God said to the Serpent on this wise, I will put enmity between thee and the woman, between thy seed and her seed.
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Afterward the self-same Covenant was also more amply and plainly renewed unto Abraham, where God promised him, that in his seed all Nations and Families of the Earth should be blessed.
Afterwards the selfsame Covenant was also more amply and plainly renewed unto Abraham, where God promised him, that in his seed all nations and Families of the Earth should be blessed.
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who for the better perswasion of the thing, prophesied the time, the place, the manner and circumstance of his Birth, the affliction of his Life, the kind of his Death, the glory of his Resurrection, the receiving of his Kingdom, the deliverance of his People, with all other circumstances belonging thereunto.
who for the better persuasion of the thing, prophesied the time, the place, the manner and circumstance of his Birth, the affliction of his Life, the kind of his Death, the glory of his Resurrection, the receiving of his Kingdom, the deliverance of his People, with all other Circumstances belonging thereunto.
Zachary prophesied that he should come in poverty, riding upon an Ass. Malachy prophesied that he should send Elias before him, which was John the Baptist. Jeremy prophesied that he should be sold for Thirty Pieces of Silver, &c. And all this was done, that the Promise and Covenant of God, made unto Abraham and his Posterity concerning the Redemption of the World, might be credited and fully believed.
Zachary prophesied that he should come in poverty, riding upon an Ass Malachy prophesied that he should send Elias before him, which was John the Baptist. Jeremiah prophesied that he should be sold for Thirty Pieces of Silver, etc. And all this was done, that the Promise and Covenant of God, made unto Abraham and his Posterity Concerning the Redemption of the World, might be credited and Fully believed.
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Now, as the Apostle Paul saith, when the fulness of time was come, that is, the perfection and course of years, appointed from the beginning, th•n God according to his former Covenant and Promise, sent a Messias, otherwise called a Mediator, unto the World; not such a one as Moses was, not such a one as Josua, Saul, or David was, but such a one as should deliver mankind from the bitter curse of the Law,
Now, as the Apostle Paul Says, when the fullness of time was come, that is, the perfection and course of Years, appointed from the beginning, th•n God according to his former Covenant and Promise, sent a Messias, otherwise called a Mediator, unto the World; not such a one as Moses was, not such a one as Joshua, Saul, or David was, but such a one as should deliver mankind from the bitter curse of the Law,
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namely, he sent his dear and only Son Jesus Christ, born (as the Apostle saith) of a Woman, and made under the Law, that he might redeem them that were in bondage of the Law,
namely, he sent his dear and only Son jesus christ, born (as the Apostle Says) of a Woman, and made under the Law, that he might Redeem them that were in bondage of the Law,
This and such other comparisons doth the Apostle use, to amplifie and set forth the tender mercy and great goodness of God, declar•d towards mankind, in sending down a Saviour from Heaven, even Christ the Lord.
This and such other comparisons does the Apostle use, to amplify and Set forth the tender mercy and great Goodness of God, declar•d towards mankind, in sending down a Saviour from Heaven, even christ the Lord.
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and to the Gentiles foolishness, because they think it an absurd thing, and contrary to all reason, that a Redeemer and Saviour of the whole World, should be handled after such a sort as he was;
and to the Gentiles foolishness, Because they think it an absurd thing, and contrary to all reason, that a Redeemer and Saviour of the Whole World, should be handled After such a sort as he was;
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and also boldly confess, that the same Jesus, which was born of the Virgin Mary, was the true Messias and Mediator between God and Man, promised and prophesied of so long before.
and also boldly confess, that the same jesus, which was born of the Virgae Marry, was the true Messias and Mediator between God and Man, promised and prophesied of so long before.
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Yet shall it not be a lost labour to instruct and furnish you with a few places concerning this matter, that ye may be able to stop the blasphemous mouths of all them that most Jewishly,
Yet shall it not be a lost labour to instruct and furnish you with a few places Concerning this matter, that you may be able to stop the blasphemous mouths of all them that most Jewishly,
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Secondly, ye have the witness and testimony of John the Baptist, pointing unto Christ, and saying, Behold the Lamb of God that taketh away the sins of the World.
Secondly, you have the witness and testimony of John the Baptist, pointing unto christ, and saying, Behold the Lamb of God that Takes away the Sins of the World.
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To these might be added a great number more, namely, the witness and testimony of the Wise Men that came to Herod, the witness and testimony of Simeon and Anna, the witness and testimony of Andrew and Philip, Nathaniel and Peter, Nicodemus and Martha, with divers other:
To these might be added a great number more, namely, the witness and testimony of the Wise Men that Come to Herod, the witness and testimony of Simeon and Anna, the witness and testimony of Andrew and Philip, Nathaniel and Peter, Nicodemus and Martha, with diverse other:
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let them not in any case seduce you, but confirm your selves with these and such other testimonies of Holy Scripture, which are so sure and certain, that all the Devils in Hell shall never be able to withstand them.
let them not in any case seduce you, but confirm your selves with these and such other testimonies of Holy Scripture, which Are so sure and certain, that all the Devils in Hell shall never be able to withstand them.
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We are evidently taught in the Scripture, that our Lord and Saviour Christ consisteth of two several natures, of his manhood, being thereby perfect man;
We Are evidently taught in the Scripture, that our Lord and Saviour christ Consisteth of two several nature's, of his manhood, being thereby perfect man;
It is written, The Word, that is to say, the second Person in Trinity, became flesh. God sending his own Son in the similitude of sinful flesh, fulfilled those things which the Law could not.
It is written, The Word, that is to say, the second Person in Trinity, became Flesh. God sending his own Son in the similitude of sinful Flesh, fulfilled those things which the Law could not.
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God was shewed in Flesh, justified in Spirit, seen of Angels, preached to the Gentiles, believed on in the World, and received up in glory. Also in another place:
God was showed in Flesh, justified in Spirit, seen of Angels, preached to the Gentiles, believed on in the World, and received up in glory. Also in Another place:
In that he did hunger and thirst, eat and drink, sleep and wake, in that he preached his Gospel to the People, in that he wept and sorrowed for Jerusalem, in that he paid Tribute for himself and Peter, in that he died and suffered death:
In that he did hunger and thirst, eat and drink, sleep and wake, in that he preached his Gospel to the People, in that he wept and sorrowed for Jerusalem, in that he paid Tribute for himself and Peter, in that he died and suffered death:
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what other things did he else declare, but only this, that he was perfect man as we are? For which cause he is called in Holy Scripture sometime the Son of David, sometime the Son of Man, sometime the Son of Mary, sometime the Son of Joseph, and so forth.
what other things did he Else declare, but only this, that he was perfect man as we Are? For which cause he is called in Holy Scripture sometime the Son of David, sometime the Son of Man, sometime the Son of Marry, sometime the Son of Joseph, and so forth.
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Now, in that he forgave Sins, in that he wrought Miracles, in that he did cast out Devils, in that he healed men with his only Word, in that he knew the thoughts of mens Hearts, in that he had the Seas at his Commandment, in that he walked on the Water, in that he rose from Death to Life, in that he ascended into Heaven, and so forth.
Now, in that he forgave Sins, in that he wrought Miracles, in that he did cast out Devils, in that he healed men with his only Word, in that he knew the thoughts of men's Hearts, in that he had the Seas At his Commandment, in that he walked on the Water, in that he rose from Death to Life, in that he ascended into Heaven, and so forth.
What other thing did he shew therein but only that he was perfect God, coequal with the Father as touching his Deity? Therefore he saith, The Father and I are all one, which is to be understood of his Godhead.
What other thing did he show therein but only that he was perfect God, coequal with the Father as touching his Deity? Therefore he Says, The Father and I Are all one, which is to be understood of his Godhead.
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For as touching his Manhood, he saith, The Father is greater than I am. Where are now those Marcionites, that deny Christ to have been born in the flesh,
For as touching his Manhood, he Says, The Father is greater than I am. Where Are now those Marcionites, that deny christ to have been born in the Flesh,
or to have been perfect man? Where are now those Arians, which deny Christ to have been perfect God, of equal substance with the Father? If there be any such, we may easily reprove them with these testimonies of Gods Word and such other.
or to have been perfect man? Where Are now those Arians, which deny christ to have been perfect God, of equal substance with the Father? If there be any such, we may Easily reprove them with these testimonies of God's Word and such other.
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Moreover, he came in flesh, and in the self-same flesh ascended into Heaven, to declare and testifie unto us, that all faithful People which stedfastly believe in him, shall likewise come unto the same Mansion-place, whereunto he being our chief Captain, is gone before.
Moreover, he Come in Flesh, and in the selfsame Flesh ascended into Heaven, to declare and testify unto us, that all faithful People which steadfastly believe in him, shall likewise come unto the same Mansion-place, whereunto he being our chief Captain, is gone before.
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Thus ye have heard declared out of the Scriptures, that Jesus Christ was the true Messias and Saviour of the World, that he was by Nature and Substance perfect God and perfect Man;
Thus you have herd declared out of the Scriptures, that jesus christ was the true Messias and Saviour of the World, that he was by Nature and Substance perfect God and perfect Man;
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Before Christ coming into the World, all men universally in Adam, were nothing else but a wicked and crooked Generation, rotten and corrupt Trees, stony Ground, full of Brambles and Briers, lost Sheep, Prodigal Sons, naughty unprofitable Servants, unrighteous Stewards, workers of Iniquity, the brood of Adders, blind Guides, sitting in Darkness and in the shadow of Death:
Before christ coming into the World, all men universally in Adam, were nothing Else but a wicked and crooked Generation, rotten and corrupt Trees, stony Ground, full of Brambles and Briers, lost Sheep, Prodigal Sons, naughty unprofitable Servants, unrighteous Stewards, workers of Iniquity, the brood of Adders, blind Guides, sitting in Darkness and in the shadow of Death:
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and believe his word, good Trees, and good Ground, fruitful and pleasant Branches, Children of Light, Citizens of Heaven, Sheep of his Fold, Members of his Body, Heirs of his Kingdom, his true Friends and Brethren, sweet and lively Bread, the elect and chosen People of God.
and believe his word, good Trees, and good Ground, fruitful and pleasant Branches, Children of Light, Citizens of Heaven, Sheep of his Fold, Members of his Body, Heirs of his Kingdom, his true Friends and Brothers, sweet and lively Bred, the elect and chosen People of God.
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and whereas before we were sheep going astray, he by his coming brought us home again to the true Shepherd and Bishop of our Souls, making us a chosen Generation, a Royal Priesthood,
and whereas before we were sheep going astray, he by his coming brought us home again to the true Shepherd and Bishop of our Souls, making us a chosen Generation, a Royal Priesthood,
St. Paul to Timothy the third Chapter, We were (saith he) in times past, unwise, disobedient, deceived, serving divers lusts and pleasures, living in hatred, envy, maliciousness, and so forth.
Saint Paul to Timothy the third Chapter, We were (Says he) in times past, unwise, disobedient, deceived, serving diverse Lustiest and pleasures, living in hatred, envy, maliciousness, and so forth.
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and by the renewing of the Holy Ghost, which he poured upon us abundantly, through Jesus Christ our Saviour, that we being once Justified by his grace, should be Heirs of Eternal Life, through hope and faith in his blood.
and by the renewing of the Holy Ghost, which he poured upon us abundantly, through jesus christ our Saviour, that we being once Justified by his grace, should be Heirs of Eternal Life, through hope and faith in his blood.
In these and such other places, is set out before our Eyes, as it were in a Glass, the abundant grace of God, received in Christ Jesu, which is so much the more wonderful,
In these and such other places, is Set out before our Eyes, as it were in a Glass, the abundant grace of God, received in christ Jesu, which is so much the more wondered,
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The end of his coming, was to save and deliver his People, to fulfil the Law for us, to bear witness unto the Truth, to teach and preach the words of his Father, to give light unto the World, to call sinners to Repentance, to refresh them that labour and be heavy laden, to cast out the Prince of this World, to reconcile us in the body of his flesh, to dissolve the works of the Devil;
The end of his coming, was to save and deliver his People, to fulfil the Law for us, to bear witness unto the Truth, to teach and preach the words of his Father, to give Light unto the World, to call Sinners to Repentance, to refresh them that labour and be heavy laden, to cast out the Prince of this World, to reconcile us in the body of his Flesh, to dissolve the works of the devil;
but only for our sakes, that we might understand the Will of God, be partakers of his Heavenly Light, be delivered out of the Devils claws, released from the burden of sin, justified through faith in his blood,
but only for our sakes, that we might understand the Will of God, be partakers of his Heavenly Light, be Delivered out of the Devils claws, released from the burden of since, justified through faith in his blood,
Was not this a great and singular love of Christ towards mankind, that being the express and lively Image of God, he would notwithstanding humble himself,
Was not this a great and singular love of christ towards mankind, that being the express and lively Image of God, he would notwithstanding humble himself,
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and take upon him the form of a Servant, and that only to save and redeem us? O how much are we bound to the goodness of God in this behalf? how many thanks and praises do we owe unto him for this our Salvation wrought by his dear and only Son Christ? who became a Pilgrim in Earth to make us Citizens in Heaven;
and take upon him the from of a Servant, and that only to save and Redeem us? O how much Are we bound to the Goodness of God in this behalf? how many thanks and praises do we owe unto him for this our Salvation wrought by his dear and only Son christ? who became a Pilgrim in Earth to make us Citizens in Heaven;
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Therefore (Dearly Beloved) let us not forget this exceeding love of our Lord and Saviour, let us not shew our selves unmindful or unthankful toward him:
Therefore (Dearly beloved) let us not forget this exceeding love of our Lord and Saviour, let us not show our selves unmindful or unthankful towards him:
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and defie them, as the chief and only Enemies of our Soul. And seeing we are once delivered from their cruel Tyranny by Christ, let us never fall into their hands again,
and defy them, as the chief and only Enemies of our Soul. And seeing we Are once Delivered from their cruel Tyranny by christ, let us never fallen into their hands again,
and from everlasting Damnation, by Christ, to suffer this time to pass forth without any meditation and remembrance of that excellent Work of our Redemption, wrought as about this time, through the great mercy and charity of our Saviour Jesus Christ,
and from everlasting Damnation, by christ, to suffer this time to pass forth without any meditation and remembrance of that excellent Work of our Redemption, wrought as about this time, through the great mercy and charity of our Saviour jesus christ,
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For if a mortal mans deed, done to the behoof of the Common-wealth, be had in remembrance of us, with thanks for the benefit and profit which we receive thereby:
For if a Mortal men deed, done to the behoof of the Commonwealth, be had in remembrance of us, with thanks for the benefit and profit which we receive thereby:
how much more readily should we have in memory this excellent act and benefit of Christs death? whereby he hath purchased for us the undoubted pardon and forgiveness of our sins, whereby he made at one the Father of Heaven with us, in such wise, that he taketh us now for his loving Children,
how much more readily should we have in memory this excellent act and benefit of Christ death? whereby he hath purchased for us the undoubted pardon and forgiveness of our Sins, whereby he made At one the Father of Heaven with us, in such wise, that he Takes us now for his loving Children,
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And verily so much more doth Christs kindness appear unto us, in that it pleased him to deliver himself of all his goodly Honour, which he was equally in with his Father in Heaven,
And verily so much more does Christ kindness appear unto us, in that it pleased him to deliver himself of all his goodly Honour, which he was equally in with his Father in Heaven,
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and followed the lusts and sinful pleasures of our corrupt Nature. And yet, I say, did Christ put himself between Gods deserved wrath, and our sin;
and followed the Lustiest and sinful pleasures of our corrupt Nature. And yet, I say, did christ put himself between God's deserved wrath, and our since;
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It pleased him therefore to be the payer thereof, and to discharge us quite. Who can now consider the grievous debt of sin, which could none otherwise be paid,
It pleased him Therefore to be the payer thereof, and to discharge us quite. Who can now Consider the grievous debt of since, which could none otherwise be paid,
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but by the death of an Innocent, and will not hate sin in his heart? If God hateth sin so much, that he would allow neither man nor Angel for the Redemption thereof,
but by the death of an Innocent, and will not hate since in his heart? If God hates since so much, that he would allow neither man nor Angel for the Redemption thereof,
who will not stand in fear thereof? If we (my Friends) consider this, that for our sins this most innocent Lamb was driven to death, we shall have much more cause to bewail our selves that we were the cause of his death,
who will not stand in Fear thereof? If we (my Friends) Consider this, that for our Sins this most innocent Lamb was driven to death, we shall have much more cause to bewail our selves that we were the cause of his death,
If we live after the flesh, and after the sinful lusts thereof, St Paul threatneth, yea, Almighty God in St. Paul threatneth, that we shall surely die.
If we live After the Flesh, and After the sinful Lustiest thereof, Saint Paul threatens, yea, Almighty God in Saint Paul threatens, that we shall surely die.
If we be his Children, let us shew him our Obedience, like as Christ openly declared his obedience to his Father, which (as St. Paul writeth) was obedient even to the very death, the death of the Cross.
If we be his Children, let us show him our obedience, like as christ openly declared his Obedience to his Father, which (as Saint Paul Writeth) was obedient even to the very death, the death of the Cross.
yea, and the more hope may we take, that we shall receive all other good things of his hand, in that we have received the gift of his only Son, through his liberality.
yea, and the more hope may we take, that we shall receive all other good things of his hand, in that we have received the gift of his only Son, through his liberality.
how should he not give us all other things with him? If we want any thing, either for body or soul, we may lawfully and boldly approach to God as to our merciful Father, to ask that we desire, and we shall obtain it.
how should he not give us all other things with him? If we want any thing, either for body or soul, we may lawfully and boldly approach to God as to our merciful Father, to ask that we desire, and we shall obtain it.
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So pleasant was this Sacrifice and Oblation of his Sons death, which he so obediently and innocently suffered, that we should take it for the only and full amends for all the sins of the World.
So pleasant was this Sacrifice and Oblation of his Sons death, which he so obediently and innocently suffered, that we should take it for the only and full amends for all the Sins of the World.
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For in this standeth the continual pardon of our daily offences, in this resteth our justification, in this we be allowed, in this is purchased the everlasting health of all our souls.
For in this Stands the continual pardon of our daily offences, in this rests our justification, in this we be allowed, in this is purchased the everlasting health of all our Souls.
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And for this cause they were the more able to be the true amends of our righteousness, where our acts and deeds be full of imperfection and infirmities,
And for this cause they were the more able to be the true amends of our righteousness, where our acts and Deeds be full of imperfection and infirmities,
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He was nothing moved with the intolerable pains that he suffered in the whole course of his long Passion, to repent him thus to do good to his Enemies:
He was nothing moved with the intolerable pains that he suffered in the Whole course of his long Passion, to Repent him thus to do good to his Enemies:
why should it not become us to bear patiently our small crosses of adversity, and the troubles of this World? For surely (as saith St. Peter) Christ therefore suffered, to leave us an example to follow his steps.
why should it not become us to bear patiently our small Crosses of adversity, and the Troubles of this World? For surely (as Says Saint Peter) christ Therefore suffered, to leave us an Exampl to follow his steps.
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but if undeservedly we suffer loss of goods and life, if we suffer to be evil spoken of for the love of Christ, this is thankful afore God; for so did Christ suffer.
but if undeservedly we suffer loss of goods and life, if we suffer to be evil spoken of for the love of christ, this is thankful afore God; for so did christ suffer.
Yea, he in whom perfect Charity is, careth so little to revenge, that he rather studieth to do good for evil, to bless and say well of them that curse him, to pray for them that pursue him, according to the example of our Saviour Christ, who is the most perfect example and pattern of all meekness and sufferance, which hanging upon the Cross, in most fervent anguish bleeding in every part of his blessed Body, being set in the midst of his enemies and crucifiers:
Yea, he in whom perfect Charity is, Careth so little to revenge, that he rather studieth to do good for evil, to bless and say well of them that curse him, to pray for them that pursue him, according to the Exampl of our Saviour christ, who is the most perfect Exampl and pattern of all meekness and sufferance, which hanging upon the Cross, in most fervent anguish bleeding in every part of his blessed Body, being Set in the midst of his enemies and crucifiers:
and he notwithstanding the intolerable pains which they saw him in, being of them mocked and scorned despitefully without all favour and compassion, had yet towards them such compassion in heart, that he prayed to his Father of Heaven for them, and said, O Father, forgive them,
and he notwithstanding the intolerable pains which they saw him in, being of them mocked and scorned despitefully without all favour and compassion, had yet towards them such compassion in heart, that he prayed to his Father of Heaven for them, and said, Oh Father, forgive them,
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What patience was it also which he shewed, when one of his own Apostles and Servants which was put in trust of him, came to betray him unto his Enemies to the death? He said nothing worse to him, but, Friend, wherefore at thou come? Thus (good People) should we call to mind the great examples of Charity which Christ shewed in his Passion,
What patience was it also which he showed, when one of his own Apostles and Servants which was put in trust of him, Come to betray him unto his Enemies to the death? He said nothing Worse to him, but, Friend, Wherefore At thou come? Thus (good People) should we call to mind the great Examples of Charity which christ showed in his Passion,
For if we love but them that love and say well by us, what great thing is it that we do, saith Christ? Do not the Paynims and open sinners so? We must be more perfect in our Charity than thus, even as our Father in Heaven is perfect, which maketh the light of his Sun to rise upon the good and the bad,
For if we love but them that love and say well by us, what great thing is it that we do, Says christ? Do not the Pagans and open Sinners so? We must be more perfect in our Charity than thus, even as our Father in Heaven is perfect, which makes the Light of his Sun to rise upon the good and the bad,
For if we will not put wrath and displeasure forth of our hearts to our Christian Brother, no more will God forgive the displeasure and wrath that our sins have deserved before him.
For if we will not put wrath and displeasure forth of our hearts to our Christian Brother, no more will God forgive the displeasure and wrath that our Sins have deserved before him.
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For howsoever unworthy he is, yet is Christ worthy to have thee do thus much for his sake, he hath deserved it of thee, that thou shouldest forgive thy Neighbour.
For howsoever unworthy he is, yet is christ worthy to have thee do thus much for his sake, he hath deserved it of thee, that thou Shouldst forgive thy Neighbour.
And God is also to be obeyed, which commandeth us to forgive, if we will have any part of the Pardon which our Saviour Christ purchased once of God the Father, by shedding of his precious Blood.
And God is also to be obeyed, which commands us to forgive, if we will have any part of the Pardon which our Saviour christ purchased once of God the Father, by shedding of his precious Blood.
Let us then be favourable one to another, and pray we one for another, that we may be healed from all frailties of our life, the less to offend one the other;
Let us then be favourable one to Another, and pray we one for Another, that we may be healed from all frailties of our life, the less to offend one the other;
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By these means shall we move God to be merciful unto our sins, yea, and we shall be hereby the more ready to receive our Saviour and Maker in his blessed Sacrament, to our everlasting comfort,
By these means shall we move God to be merciful unto our Sins, yea, and we shall be hereby the more ready to receive our Saviour and Maker in his blessed Sacrament, to our everlasting Comfort,
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God give us all grace to follow Christs examples in Peace, and in Charity, in Patience and Sufferance, that we now may have him our guest to enter and dwell within us,
God give us all grace to follow Christ Examples in Peace, and in Charity, in Patience and Sufferance, that we now may have him our guest to enter and dwell within us,
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THAT we may the better conceive the great mercy and goodness of our Saviour Christ, in suffering death universally for all men, it behoveth us to descend into the bottom of our Conscience,
THAT we may the better conceive the great mercy and Goodness of our Saviour christ, in suffering death universally for all men, it behooveth us to descend into the bottom of our Conscience,
When our great Grandfather Adam had broken Gods Commandment, in eating the Apple forbidden him in Paradise, at the motion and suggestion of his Wife, he purchased thereby, not only to himself,
When our great Grandfather Adam had broken God's Commandment, in eating the Apple forbidden him in Paradise, At the motion and suggestion of his Wife, he purchased thereby, not only to himself,
but also to his Posterity for ever, the just wrath and indignation of God, who according to his former sentence pronounced at the giving of the Commandment, condemned both him,
but also to his Posterity for ever, the just wrath and Indignation of God, who according to his former sentence pronounced At the giving of the Commandment, condemned both him,
And how then could he work his own Salvation? Should he go about to pacifie Gods heavy displeasure by offering up burnt-sacrifices, according as it was ordained in the old Law? by offering up the blood of Oxen, the blood of Calves, the blood of Goats, the blood of Lambs, and so forth? O these things were of no force nor strength to take away sins, they could not put away the anger of God, they could not cool the heat of his wrath nor yet bring mankind into favour again, they were but only figures and shadows of things to come, and nothing else.
And how then could he work his own Salvation? Should he go about to pacify God's heavy displeasure by offering up burnt-sacrifices, according as it was ordained in the old Law? by offering up the blood of Oxen, the blood of Calves, the blood of Goats, the blood of Lambs, and so forth? O these things were of no force nor strength to take away Sins, they could not put away the anger of God, they could not cool the heat of his wrath nor yet bring mankind into favour again, they were but only figures and shadows of things to come, and nothing Else.
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Read the Epistle to the Hebrews, there shall you find this matter largely discussed, there shall you learn in most plain words, that the bloody Sacrifice of the old Law was unperfect,
Read the Epistle to the Hebrews, there shall you find this matter largely discussed, there shall you Learn in most plain words, that the bloody Sacrifice of the old Law was unperfect,
and so purchase to himself eternal life? Indeed, if Adam and his Posterity had been able to satisfie and fulfil the Law perfectly, in loving God above all things, and their Neighbour as themselves;
and so purchase to himself Eternal life? Indeed, if Adam and his Posterity had been able to satisfy and fulfil the Law perfectly, in loving God above all things, and their Neighbour as themselves;
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then should they have easily quenched the Lords wrath, and escaped the terrible sentence of eternal death pronounced against them by the mouth of Almighty God.
then should they have Easily quenched the lords wrath, and escaped the terrible sentence of Eternal death pronounced against them by the Mouth of Almighty God.
but daily and hourly fell from his bounden duty, offending the Lord his God divers ways, to the great increase of his condemnation, insomuch that the Prophet David crieth out on this wise:
but daily and hourly fell from his bounden duty, offending the Lord his God diverse ways, to the great increase of his condemnation, insomuch that the Prophet David cries out on this wise:
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And in the Book of Deuteronomy it is written, Cursed be he (saith God) which abideth not in all things that are written in the Book of the Law, to do them.
And in the Book of Deuteronomy it is written, Cursed be he (Says God) which Abideth not in all things that Are written in the Book of the Law, to do them.
Behold, the Law bringeth a curse with it, and maketh it guilty, not because it is of it self naught or unholy, (God forbid we should so think) but because the frailty of our sinful flesh is such, that we can never fulfil it, according to the perfection that the Lord requireth.
Behold, the Law brings a curse with it, and makes it guilty, not Because it is of it self nought or unholy, (God forbid we should so think) but Because the frailty of our sinful Flesh is such, that we can never fulfil it, according to the perfection that the Lord requires.
and never able to pacifie Gods heavy displeasure, nor yet to escape the terrible judgment of God, whereunto he and all his Posterity were fallen, by disobeying the strait Commandment of the Lord their God.
and never able to pacify God's heavy displeasure, nor yet to escape the terrible judgement of God, whereunto he and all his Posterity were fallen, by disobeying the strait Commandment of the Lord their God.
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Then, even then did Christ the Son of God, by the appointment of his Father, come down from Heaven, to be wounded for our sakes, to be reputed with the wicked, to be condemned unto death, to take upon him the reward of our sins,
Then, even then did christ the Son of God, by the appointment of his Father, come down from Heaven, to be wounded for our sakes, to be reputed with the wicked, to be condemned unto death, to take upon him the reward of our Sins,
And St. Peter most agreeably writing in this behalf, saith, Christ hath once died and suffered for our sins, the just for the unjust, &c. To these might be added an infinite number of other places to the same effect:
And Saint Peter most agreeably writing in this behalf, Says, christ hath once died and suffered for our Sins, the just for the unjust, etc. To these might be added an infinite number of other places to the same Effect:
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Now then (as it was said in the beginning) let us ponder and weigh the cause of his death, that thereby we may be the more moved to glorifie him in our whole life.
Now then (as it was said in the beginning) let us ponder and weigh the cause of his death, that thereby we may be the more moved to Glorify him in our Whole life.
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Did he not therefore will the Childs Name to be called Jesus, because he should save his People from their sins? When John the Baptist preached Christ,
Did he not Therefore will the Child's Name to be called jesus, Because he should save his People from their Sins? When John the Baptist preached christ,
Did he not plainly say unto them, Behold the Lamb of God which taketh away the sins of the World? When the Woman of Canaan besought Christ to help her Daughter, which was possest with a Devil:
Did he not plainly say unto them, Behold the Lamb of God which Takes away the Sins of the World? When the Woman of Canaan besought christ to help her Daughter, which was possessed with a devil:
Did he not openly confess, that he was sent to save the lost sheep of the house of Israel, by giving his life for their sins? It was sin then, O man,
Did he not openly confess, that he was sent to save the lost sheep of the house of Israel, by giving his life for their Sins? It was since then, Oh man,
If thou hadst kept thy self upright, if thou hadst observed the Commandments, if thou hadst not presumed to transgress the will of God in thy first Father Adam, then Christ, being in form of God, needed not to have taken upon him the shape of a Servant:
If thou Hadst kept thy self upright, if thou Hadst observed the commandments, if thou Hadst not presumed to transgress the will of God in thy First Father Adam, then christ, being in from of God, needed not to have taken upon him the shape of a Servant:
But to these and many other such extremities, was he driven by thy sin, which was so manifold and great, that God could be only pleased in him, and none other.
But to these and many other such extremities, was he driven by thy since, which was so manifold and great, that God could be only pleased in him, and none other.
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and yielding up the Ghost, the Scripture witnesseth that the veil of the Temple did rent in twain, and the Earth did quake, that the stones clave asunder, that the Graves did open, and the dead bodies rise;
and yielding up the Ghost, the Scripture Witnesseth that the veil of the Temple did rend in twain, and the Earth did quake, that the stones clave asunder, that the Graves did open, and the dead bodies rise;
and shall the Heart of man be nothing moved to remember how grievously and cruelly he was handled of the Jews for our sins? Shall man shew himself to be more hard hearted than stones, to have less compassion than dead Bodies? Call to mind, O sinful Creature,
and shall the Heart of man be nothing moved to Remember how grievously and cruelly he was handled of the jews for our Sins? Shall man show himself to be more hard hearted than stones, to have less compassion than dead Bodies? Call to mind, Oh sinful Creature,
and his Hands and his Feet pierced with Nails, his Heart opened with a long Spear, his Flesh rent and torn with Whips, his Brows sweating Water and Blood.
and his Hands and his Feet pierced with Nails, his Heart opened with a long Spear, his Flesh rend and torn with Whips, his Brows sweating Water and Blood.
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why hast thou forsaken me? Couldst thou behold this woful sight, or hear this mournful voice, without Tears, considering that he suffered all this, not for any desert of his own,
why hast thou forsaken me? Couldst thou behold this woeful sighed, or hear this mournful voice, without Tears, considering that he suffered all this, not for any desert of his own,
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May we not justly cry, wo worth the time that ever we sinned? O my Brethren, let this Image of Christ crucified, be always printed in our hearts, let it stir us up to the hatred of sin,
May we not justly cry, woe worth the time that ever we sinned? O my Brothers, let this Image of christ Crucified, be always printed in our hearts, let it stir us up to the hatred of since,
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For why? is not sin, think you, a grievous thing in his sight, seeing for the transgressing of Gods Precept in eating of one Apple, he condemned all the W••ld to perpetual death,
For why? is not since, think you, a grievous thing in his sighed, seeing for the transgressing of God's Precept in eating of one Apple, he condemned all the W••ld to perpetual death,
and would not be pacified, but only with the blood of his own Son? True, yea, most true is that saying of David: Thou, O Lord, hatest all them that work iniquity,
and would not be pacified, but only with the blood of his own Son? True, yea, most true is that saying of David: Thou, Oh Lord, Hatest all them that work iniquity,
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when he suffered Achitophel and Judas to hang themselves upon the remorse of sin, which was so terrible to their eyes? A thousand such examples are to be found in Scripture,
when he suffered Ahithophel and Judas to hang themselves upon the remorse of since, which was so terrible to their eyes? A thousand such Examples Are to be found in Scripture,
Christ being the Son of God, and perfect God himself, who never committed sin, was compelled to come down from Heaven, to give his Body to be bruised and broken on the Cross for our sins.
christ being the Son of God, and perfect God himself, who never committed since, was compelled to come down from Heaven, to give his Body to be Bruised and broken on the Cross for our Sins.
as it were, pluck God out of Heaven, to make him feel the horrors and pains of Death? O that we would sometimes consider this in the midst of our pomps and pleasures:
as it were, pluck God out of Heaven, to make him feel the horrors and pains of Death? O that we would sometime Consider this in the midst of our pomps and pleasures:
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it would bridle the outragiousness of the flesh, it would abate and asswage our carnal affections, it would restrain our fleshly appetites, that we should not run at random, as we commonly do.
it would bridle the Outrageousness of the Flesh, it would abate and assuage our carnal affections, it would restrain our fleshly appetites, that we should not run At random, as we commonly do.
So God loved the World (saith St. John) that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him, should not perish, but have life everlasting.
So God loved the World (Says Saint John) that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever Believeth in him, should not perish, but have life everlasting.
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If God declared so great love towards us his silly Creatures, how can we of right but love him again? Was not this a sure Pledge of his Love, to give us his own Son from Heaven? He might have given us an Angel if he would,
If God declared so great love towards us his silly Creatures, how can we of right but love him again? Was not this a sure Pledge of his Love, to give us his own Son from Heaven? He might have given us an Angel if he would,
O Lord, what had Adam, or any other man deserved at Gods hands, that he should give us his own Son? We are all miserable Persons, sinful Persons, damnable Persons, justly driven out of Paradise, justly excluded from Heaven, justly condemned to Hell-fire:
O Lord, what had Adam, or any other man deserved At God's hands, that he should give us his own Son? We Are all miserable Persons, sinful Persons, damnable Persons, justly driven out of Paradise, justly excluded from Heaven, justly condemned to Hellfire:
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Who can chuse but marvel, to hear that God should shew such unspeakable love towards us, that were his deadly Enemies? Indeed, O mortal man, thou oughtest of right to marvel at it,
Who can choose but marvel, to hear that God should show such unspeakable love towards us, that were his deadly Enemies? Indeed, Oh Mortal man, thou Ought of right to marvel At it,
and to acknowledge therein Gods great goodness and mercy towards mankind, which is so wonderful, that no flesh, be it never so worldly wise, may well conceive it, or express it.
and to acknowledge therein God's great Goodness and mercy towards mankind, which is so wondered, that no Flesh, be it never so worldly wise, may well conceive it, or express it.
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Therefore thou sinful Creature, when thou hearest that God gave his Son to die for the sins of the World, think not he did it for any desert or goodness that was in thee,
Therefore thou sinful Creature, when thou Hearst that God gave his Son to die for the Sins of the World, think not he did it for any desert or Goodness that was in thee,
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But fall down upon thy knees, and cry with the Prophet David, O Lord, what is man, that thou art so mindful of him? or the son of man, that thou so regardest him? And seeing he hath so greatly loved thee, endeavour thy self to love him again, with all thy Heart, with all thy Soul,
But fallen down upon thy knees, and cry with the Prophet David, Oh Lord, what is man, that thou art so mindful of him? or the son of man, that thou so regardest him? And seeing he hath so greatly loved thee, endeavour thy self to love him again, with all thy Heart, with all thy Soul,
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I report me to thine own Conscience, whether thou wouldest not think thy love ill bestowed upon him, that could not find in his heart to love thee again? If this be true, (as it is most true) then think how greatly it behoveth thee in Duty to love God, which hath so greatly loved thee, that he hath not spared his own only Son from so cruel and shameful a death for thy sake.
I report me to thine own Conscience, whither thou Wouldst not think thy love ill bestowed upon him, that could not find in his heart to love thee again? If this be true, (as it is most true) then think how greatly it behooveth thee in Duty to love God, which hath so greatly loved thee, that he hath not spared his own only Son from so cruel and shameful a death for thy sake.
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Almighty God commonly worketh by means, and in this thing he hath also ordained a certain mean, whereby we may take fruit and profit to our souls health.
Almighty God commonly works by means, and in this thing he hath also ordained a certain mean, whereby we may take fruit and profit to our Souls health.
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God sent his Son into the World (saith St. John. ) To what end? That whosoever believeth in him should not perish, b•t have life everlasting. Mark these words. That whosoever believeth in him.
God sent his Son into the World (Says Saint John.) To what end? That whosoever Believeth in him should not perish, b•t have life everlasting. Mark these words. That whosoever Believeth in him.
For (as St. Paul teacheth in his Epistle to the Romans) with the heart man believeth unto righteo sness, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
For (as Saint Paul Teaches in his Epistle to the Romans) with the heart man Believeth unto righteo sness, and with the Mouth Confessi is made unto salvation.
After the Evangelist h•d described and set forth unto us at large, the life and the death of the Lord Jesus, in the end he concludeth with these words:
After the Evangelist h•d described and Set forth unto us At large, the life and the death of the Lord jesus, in the end he Concludeth with these words:
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whereby we perswade our selves, that God both hath, and will forgive our sins, that he hath accepted us again into his favour, that he hath released us from the bonds of damnation,
whereby we persuade our selves, that God both hath, and will forgive our Sins, that he hath accepted us again into his favour, that he hath released us from the bonds of damnation,
who, as ye have heard, came into the World for this end, that whosoever believe in him, should not perish, but have life everlasting. But here we must take heed that we do not halt with God through an unconstant and wavering Faith,
who, as you have herd, Come into the World for this end, that whosoever believe in him, should not perish, but have life everlasting. But Here we must take heed that we do not halt with God through an unconstant and wavering Faith,
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For as all they which beheld stedfastly the Brasen Serpent, were healed and delivered at the very sight thereof, from their corporal diseases and bodily stings:
For as all they which beheld steadfastly the Brazen Serpent, were healed and Delivered At the very sighed thereof, from their corporal diseases and bodily stings:
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even so all they which behold Christ crucified with a true and lively Faith, shall undoubtedly be delivered from the grievous wounds of the Soul, be they never so deadly or many in number.
even so all they which behold christ Crucified with a true and lively Faith, shall undoubtedly be Delivered from the grievous wounds of the Soul, be they never so deadly or many in number.
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Let us only trust to be saved by his Death and Passion, and to have our sins clean washed away through his most precious Blood, that in the end of the World,
Let us only trust to be saved by his Death and Passion, and to have our Sins clean washed away through his most precious Blood, that in the end of the World,
and place us in the number of his Elect and chosen People, there to be partakers of that immortal and everlasting life, which he hath purchased unto us by vertue of his bloody Wounds:
and place us in the number of his Elect and chosen People, there to be partakers of that immortal and everlasting life, which he hath purchased unto us by virtue of his bloody Wounds:
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IF ever at any time the greatness or excellency of any matter Spiritual or Temporal, hath stirred up your minds to give diligent ear (good Christian People,
IF ever At any time the greatness or excellency of any matter Spiritual or Temporal, hath stirred up your minds to give diligent ear (good Christian People,
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and well-beloved in our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ) I doubt not but that I shall have you now at this present season, most diligent and ready Hearers of the matter which I have at this time to open unto you.
and well-beloved in our Lord and Saviour jesus christ) I doubt not but that I shall have you now At this present season, most diligent and ready Hearers of the matter which I have At this time to open unto you.
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So great surely is the matter of this Article, and of so great weight and importance, that it was thought worthy to keep our said Saviour still on Earth forty days after he was risen from death to life, to the confirmation and establishment thereof in the hearts of his Disciples.
So great surely is the matter of this Article, and of so great weight and importance, that it was Thought worthy to keep our said Saviour still on Earth forty days After he was risen from death to life, to the confirmation and establishment thereof in the hearts of his Disciples.
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So that (as Luke clearly testifieth in the first Chapter of the Acts of the Apostles) he was conversant with his Disciples by the space of forty days continually together, to the intent he would in his person, being now glorified, teach and instruct them, which should be the teachers of other, fully and in most absolute and perfect-wise the truth of this most Christian Article, which is the ground and foundation of our whole Religion,
So that (as Lycia clearly Testifieth in the First Chapter of the Acts of the Apostles) he was conversant with his Disciples by the Molle of forty days continually together, to the intent he would in his person, being now glorified, teach and instruct them, which should be the Teachers of other, Fully and in most absolute and perfect-wise the truth of this most Christian Article, which is the ground and Foundation of our Whole Religion,
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But now he is risen again from death (saith the Apostle Paul) to be the first-fruits of them that be asleep, to the intent to raise them to everlasting life again:
But now he is risen again from death (Says the Apostle Paul) to be the Firstfruits of them that be asleep, to the intent to raise them to everlasting life again:
nor that he sent down from Heaven unto us the Holy Ghost, nor that he sitteth on the right hand of his Heavenly Father, having the Rule of Heaven and Earth, reigning (as the Prophet saith) from Sea to Sea; nor that he should after this World, be the Judge as well of the living as of the dead, to give reward to the good, and judgment to the evil.
nor that he sent down from Heaven unto us the Holy Ghost, nor that he Sitteth on the right hand of his Heavenly Father, having the Rule of Heaven and Earth, reigning (as the Prophet Says) from Sea to Sea; nor that he should After this World, be the Judge as well of the living as of the dead, to give reward to the good, and judgement to the evil.
That these Links therefore of our Faith should all hang together in stedfast establishment and confirmation, it pleased our Saviour not straitway to withdraw himself from the bodily presence and sight of his Disciples,
That these Links Therefore of our Faith should all hang together in steadfast establishment and confirmation, it pleased our Saviour not straightway to withdraw himself from the bodily presence and sighed of his Disciples,
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He began (saith Luke) at Moses and all the Prophets, and expounded unto them the Prophesies that were written in all the Scriptures of him, to the intent to confirm the truth of his Resurrection, long before spoken of:
He began (Says Lycia) At Moses and all the prophets, and expounded unto them the prophecies that were written in all the Scriptures of him, to the intent to confirm the truth of his Resurrection, long before spoken of:
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Ye see (good Christian People) how necessary this Article of our Faith is, seeing it was proved of Christ himself by such evident reasons and tokens, by so long time and space.
You see (good Christian People) how necessary this Article of our Faith is, seeing it was proved of christ himself by such evident Reasons and tokens, by so long time and Molle.
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If Christ had the victory of them all by the power of his death, and openly proved it by his most victorious and valiant Resurrection (as it was not possible for his great might to be subdued of them) and it is true, that Christ died for our sins,
If christ had the victory of them all by the power of his death, and openly proved it by his most victorious and valiant Resurrection (as it was not possible for his great might to be subdued of them) and it is true, that christ died for our Sins,
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Why may not we, that be his Members by true Faith, rejoyce, and boldly say with the Prophet Hosea and the Apostle Paul, Where is thy Dart, O Death? Where is thy Victory, O Hell? Thanks be unto God, say they, which hath given us the Victory by our Lord Jesus Christ.
Why may not we, that be his Members by true Faith, rejoice, and boldly say with the Prophet Hosea and the Apostle Paul, Where is thy Dart, Oh Death? Where is thy Victory, Oh Hell? Thanks be unto God, say they, which hath given us the Victory by our Lord jesus christ.
and as David bare his figure when he delivered the Lamb out of the Lions mouth, and when he overcame and slew the great Giant Goliath; and as when Jonas was swallowed up in the Whales mouth, and cast up again on land alive:
and as David bore his figure when he Delivered the Lamb out of the Lions Mouth, and when he overcame and slew the great Giant Goliath; and as when Jonah was swallowed up in the Whale's Mouth, and cast up again on land alive:
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And therefore St. Peter thanketh God the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ for his abundant mercy, because he hath begotten us (saith he) unto a lively hope by the Resurrection of Jesus Christ from death, to enjoy an inheritance immortal, that never shall perish, which is laid up in Heaven for them that be kept by the power of God through Faith.
And Therefore Saint Peter thanketh God the Father of our Lord jesus christ for his abundant mercy, Because he hath begotten us (Says he) unto a lively hope by the Resurrection of jesus christ from death, to enjoy an inheritance immortal, that never shall perish, which is laid up in Heaven for them that be kept by the power of God through Faith.
He died to destroy the rule of the Devil in us, and he rose again, to send down his Holy Spirit to rule in our hearts, to endow us with perfect Righteousness.
He died to destroy the Rule of the devil in us, and he rose again, to send down his Holy Spirit to Rule in our hearts, to endow us with perfect Righteousness.
Thus is glory and praise rebounded upwards to God above, for his mercy and truth. And thus is Peace come down from Heaven to men of good and faithful hearts.
Thus is glory and praise rebounded upward to God above, for his mercy and truth. And thus is Peace come down from Heaven to men of good and faithful hearts.
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If thou doubtest of so great wealth and felicity that is wrought for thee, O man, call to thy mind that therefore hast thou received into thine own possession the everlasting Verity our Saviour Jesus Christ, to confirm to thy Conscience the truth of all this matter.
If thou doubtest of so great wealth and felicity that is wrought for thee, Oh man, call to thy mind that Therefore hast thou received into thine own possession the everlasting Verity our Saviour jesus christ, to confirm to thy Conscience the truth of all this matter.
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Thou hast received his Body to endow thee with everlasting righteousness, to assure thee of everlasting bliss, and life of thy Soul. For with Christ by true Faith art thou quickned again (saith St. Paul) from death of sin, to life of grace,
Thou hast received his Body to endow thee with everlasting righteousness, to assure thee of everlasting bliss, and life of thy Soul. For with christ by true Faith art thou quickened again (Says Saint Paul) from death of since, to life of grace,
even the Lord Jesus Christ, which shall change our vile bodies, that they may be fashioned like his glorious body, which he shall do by the same power whereby he rose from death,
even the Lord jesus christ, which shall change our vile bodies, that they may be fashioned like his glorious body, which he shall do by the same power whereby he rose from death,
as how that he hath ransomed Sin, overcome the Devil, Death, and Hell, and hath victoriously gotten the better hand of them all, to make us free and safe from them,
as how that he hath ransomed since, overcome the devil, Death, and Hell, and hath victoriously got the better hand of them all, to make us free and safe from them,
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unto life everlasting, being in full surety of our hope, that we shall have our bodies likewise raised again from death, to have them glorified in immortality,
unto life everlasting, being in full surety of our hope, that we shall have our bodies likewise raised again from death, to have them glorified in immortality,
By whose assistance we be replenished with all righteousness, by whose power we shall be able to subdue all our evil affections, rising against the pleasure of God.
By whose assistance we be replenished with all righteousness, by whose power we shall be able to subdue all our evil affections, rising against the pleasure of God.
These things, I say, well considered, let us now in the rest of our life declare our Faith that we have in this most fruitful Article, by framing our selves thereunto, in rising daily from sin to righteousness and holiness of life.
These things, I say, well considered, let us now in the rest of our life declare our Faith that we have in this most fruitful Article, by framing our selves thereunto, in rising daily from since to righteousness and holiness of life.
For what shall it avail us (saith St. Peter) to be escaped and delivered from the filthiness of the World, through the knowledge of the Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ,
For what shall it avail us (Says Saint Peter) to be escaped and Delivered from the filthiness of the World, through the knowledge of the Lord and Saviour jesus christ,
for the vile and transitory pleasure of sin? And what an unkindness should it be, where our Saviour Christ of his mercy is come to us, to dwell with us as our Guest, to drive him from us,
for the vile and transitory pleasure of since? And what an unkindness should it be, where our Saviour christ of his mercy is come to us, to dwell with us as our Guest, to drive him from us,
and to banish him violently out of our souls, and instead of him in whom is all grace and vertue, to receive the ungracious spirit of the Devil the founder of all naughtiness and mischief.
and to banish him violently out of our Souls, and instead of him in whom is all grace and virtue, to receive the ungracious Spirit of the devil the founder of all naughtiness and mischief.
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and goodness) and fear not, I say, the danger and peril of so traiterous a defiance and departure? Good Christian Brethren and Sisters, advise your selves, consider the dignity that ye be now set in, let no Folly lose the thing that Grace hath so preciously offered and purchased;
and Goodness) and Fear not, I say, the danger and peril of so traitorous a defiance and departure? Good Christian Brothers and Sisters, Advice your selves, Consider the dignity that you be now Set in, let no Folly loose the thing that Grace hath so preciously offered and purchased;
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So now, like obedient Children thus purified by Faith, give your selves to walk that way which God moveth you to, that ye may receive the end of your Faith, the Salvation of your Souls.
So now, like obedient Children thus purified by Faith, give your selves to walk that Way which God moves you to, that you may receive the end of your Faith, the Salvation of your Souls.
and what be the heavenly things above, that ye should seek and ensue, St. Paul in the Epistle to the Colossians declareth, when he exhorteth us thus:
and what be the heavenly things above, that you should seek and ensue, Saint Paul in the Epistle to the colossians Declareth, when he exhorteth us thus:
and covetousness, which is worshipping of Idols, for the which things, the wrath of God is wont to fall on the children of unbelief, in which things once ye walked, when ye lived in them.
and covetousness, which is worshipping of Idols, for the which things, the wrath of God is wont to fallen on the children of unbelief, in which things once you walked, when you lived in them.
These be the fruits of the earthly Adam. These should you daily kill, by good diligence, in withstanding the desires of them, that ye might rise to righteousness.
These be the fruits of the earthly Adam. These should you daily kill, by good diligence, in withstanding the Desires of them, that you might rise to righteousness.
Let your affection from henceforth be set on heavenly things, sue and search for mercy, kindness, meekness, patience, forbearing one another, and forgiving one another.
Let your affection from henceforth be Set on heavenly things, sue and search for mercy, kindness, meekness, patience, forbearing one Another, and forgiving one Another.
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Ye must consider that ye be therefore cleansed and renewed, that ye should from henceforth serve God in holiness and righteousness all the days of your lives, that ye may reign with him in everlasting life.
You must Consider that you be Therefore cleansed and renewed, that you should from henceforth serve God in holiness and righteousness all the days of your lives, that you may Reign with him in everlasting life.
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and so provoke God to cast his displeasure upon you, and to revenge this mockage of his Holy Sacraments in so great abusing of them? Apply your selves (good Friends) to live in Christ, that Christ may still live in you, whose favour and assistance,
and so provoke God to cast his displeasure upon you, and to revenge this mockage of his Holy Sacraments in so great abusing of them? Apply your selves (good Friends) to live in christ, that christ may still live in you, whose favour and assistance,
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Whatsoever is hitherto done and committed, Christ ye see hath offered you pardon, and clearly received you to his favour again again, in full surety whereof ye have him now inhabiting and dwelling within you.
Whatsoever is hitherto done and committed, christ you see hath offered you pardon, and clearly received you to his favour again again, in full surety whereof you have him now inhabiting and Dwelling within you.
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Only shew your selves thankful in your lives, determine with your selves to refuse and avoid all such things in your conversations as should offend his eyes of mercy.
Only show your selves thankful in your lives, determine with your selves to refuse and avoid all such things in your conversations as should offend his eyes of mercy.
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For without Restitution, God accepteth not your Confession, nor yet your Repentance. It is not enough to forsake evil, except you set your courage to do good.
For without Restitution, God Accepteth not your Confessi, nor yet your Repentance. It is not enough to forsake evil, except you Set your courage to do good.
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Hard it is to subdue and resist our Nature, so corrupt and leavened with the sour bitterness of the Poison which we received by the inheritance of our old Father Adam. But yet take good courage, saith our Saviour Christ, for I have overcome the World,
Hard it is to subdue and resist our Nature, so corrupt and leavened with the sour bitterness of the Poison which we received by the inheritance of our old Father Adam. But yet take good courage, Says our Saviour christ, for I have overcome the World,
As the Jews did eat their Easter Lamb, and keep their Feast in remembrance of their deliverance out of Egypt: Even so let us keep our Easter Feast in the thankful remembrance of Christs benefits, which he hath plentifully wrought for us by his Resurrection and passing to his Father, whereby we are delivered from the captivity and thraldom of all our Enemies.
As the jews did eat their Easter Lamb, and keep their Feast in remembrance of their deliverance out of Egypt: Even so let us keep our Easter Feast in the thankful remembrance of Christ benefits, which he hath plentifully wrought for us by his Resurrection and passing to his Father, whereby we Are Delivered from the captivity and thraldom of all our Enemies.
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where truly, if we apply our Faith to the vertue thereof in our life, and conform us to the example and signification meant thereby, we shall be sure to rise hereafter to everlasting glory, by the goodness and mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ:
where truly, if we apply our Faith to the virtue thereof in our life, and conform us to the Exampl and signification meant thereby, we shall be sure to rise hereafter to everlasting glory, by the Goodness and mercy of our Lord jesus christ:
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THE great love of our Saviour Christ towards mankind (good Christian People) doth not only appear in that dear-bought benefit of our Redemption and Salvation by his Death and Passion,
THE great love of our Saviour christ towards mankind (good Christian People) does not only appear in that dear-bought benefit of our Redemption and Salvation by his Death and Passion,
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So our Lord and Saviour thought it not sufficient to purchase for us his Fathers favour again (which is that deep Fountain of all goodness and eternal life) but also invented the ways most wisely, whereby they might redound to our commodity and profit.
So our Lord and Saviour Thought it not sufficient to purchase for us his Father's favour again (which is that deep Fountain of all Goodness and Eternal life) but also invented the ways most wisely, whereby they might redound to our commodity and profit.
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Which although it seem of small vertue to some, yet being righly done by the Faithful, it doth not only help their weakness (who by their poisoned Nature readier to remember injuries than benefits) but strengtheneth and comforteth their inward man with peace and gladness,
Which although it seem of small virtue to Some, yet being righly done by the Faithful, it does not only help their weakness (who by their poisoned Nature Readier to Remember injuries than benefits) but strengtheneth and comforts their inward man with peace and gladness,
And as of old time God decreed his wondrous benefits of the deliverance of his People, to be kept in memory by the eating of the Passover, with his Rites and Ceremonies:
And as of old time God decreed his wondrous benefits of the deliverance of his People, to be kept in memory by the eating of the Passover, with his Rites and Ceremonies:
So our loving Saviour hath ordained and established the remembrance of his great mercy expressed in his Passion, in the institution of his Heavenly Supper, where every one of us must be Guests and not Gazers, Eaters and not Lookers, feeding our selves,
So our loving Saviour hath ordained and established the remembrance of his great mercy expressed in his Passion, in the Institution of his Heavenly Supper, where every one of us must be Guests and not Gazers, Eaters and not Lookers, feeding our selves,
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So we must address our selves to frequent the same in reverent and comely manner, lest as Physick provided for the Body, being misused, more hurteth than profiteth:
So we must address our selves to frequent the same in reverend and comely manner, lest as Physic provided for the Body, being misused, more hurteth than profiteth:
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Wherefore, that it be not said to us, as it was to the Guest of that great Supper, Friend, how camest thou in, not having the marriage-garment? And that we may fruitfully use St. Paul 's counsel, Let a man prove himself, and so let him eat of that bread, and drink of that cup:
Wherefore, that it be not said to us, as it was to the Guest of that great Supper, Friend, how camest thou in, not having the marriage-garment? And that we may fruitfully use Saint Paul is counsel, Let a man prove himself, and so let him eat of that bred, and drink of that cup:
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that is, cleave fast to the first beginning, hold fast the Lords tradition, do that in the Lords commemoration which he himself did, he himself commanded, and his Apostles confirmed.
that is, cleave fast to the First beginning, hold fast the lords tradition, do that in the lords commemoration which he himself did, he himself commanded, and his Apostles confirmed.
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This caution or fore-sight if we use, then may we see those things that be requisite in the worthy receiver, whereof this was the first, that we have a right understanding of the thing it self.
This caution or foresight if we use, then may we see those things that be requisite in the worthy receiver, whereof this was the First, that we have a right understanding of the thing it self.
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To avoid then these harms, use the advice of the Wise man, who willeth thee when thou sittest at an earthly Kings Table, to take diligent heed what things are set before thee.
To avoid then these harms, use the Advice of the Wise man, who wills thee when thou Sittest At an earthly Kings Table, to take diligent heed what things Are Set before thee.
So now much more at the King of Kings Table, thou must carefully search and know what dainties are provided for thy Soul, whither thou art come, not to feed thy senses and belly to corruption,
So now much more At the King of Kings Table, thou must carefully search and know what dainties Are provided for thy Soul, whither thou art come, not to feed thy Senses and belly to corruption,
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And if this advertisement of man cannot perswade us to resort to the Lords Table with understanding, see the counsel of God in the like matter, who charged his People to teach their Posterity, not only the Rites and Ceremonies of the Passover,
And if this advertisement of man cannot persuade us to resort to the lords Table with understanding, see the counsel of God in the like matter, who charged his People to teach their Posterity, not only the Rites and Ceremonies of the Passover,
Ought not we then by the motion of the Wise man, by the wisdom of God, by the fearful example of the Corinthians, to take advised heed, that we thrust not our selves to this Table with rude and unreverent ignorance the smart whereof Christs Church hath rued and lamented these many days and years? For what hath been the cause of the ruin of Gods Religion,
Ought not we then by the motion of the Wise man, by the Wisdom of God, by the fearful Exampl of the Corinthians, to take advised heed, that we thrust not our selves to this Table with rude and unreverent ignorance the smart whereof Christ Church hath rued and lamented these many days and Years? For what hath been the cause of the ruin of God's Religion,
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but the ignorance hereof? Let us therefore so travel to understand the Lords Supper, that we be no cause of the decay of Gods Worship, of no Idolatry, of no dumb Massing, of no hate and malice:
but the ignorance hereof? Let us Therefore so travel to understand the lords Supper, that we be no cause of the decay of God's Worship, of no Idolatry, of no dumb Massing, of no hate and malice:
yea, the Communion of the Body and Blood of the Lord, in a marvellous incorporation, which by the operation of the Holy Ghost (the very bond of our conjunction with Christ) is through faith wrought in the souls of the faithful, whereby not only their souls live to eternal life,
yea, the Communion of the Body and Blood of the Lord, in a marvellous incorporation, which by the operation of the Holy Ghost (the very bound of our conjunction with christ) is through faith wrought in the Souls of the faithful, whereby not only their Souls live to Eternal life,
the ancient Catholick Fathers both perceiving themselves, and commending to their People, were not afraid to call this Supper, some of them, the Salve of Immortality, and Sovereign Preservative against Death: other a Deifical Communion:
the ancient Catholic Father's both perceiving themselves, and commending to their People, were not afraid to call this Supper, Some of them, the Salve of Immortality, and Sovereign Preservative against Death: other a Deifical Communion:
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and oftentimes to covet after this bread, continually to thirst for this food? Not as especially regarding the terrene and earthly Creatures which remain:
and oftentimes to covet After this bred, continually to thirst for this food? Not as especially regarding the terrene and earthly Creatures which remain:
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Here they may feel wrought the tranquillity of Conscience, the increase of Faith, the strengthening of Hope, the large spreading abroad of brotherly kindness, with many other sundry graces of God.
Here they may feel wrought the tranquillity of Conscience, the increase of Faith, the strengthening of Hope, the large spreading abroad of brotherly kindness, with many other sundry graces of God.
From the which (O beloved) wash your selves with the living Waters of Gods Word, whence you may perceive and know, both the spiritual food of this costly Supper,
From the which (Oh Beloved) wash your selves with the living Waters of God's Word, whence you may perceive and know, both the spiritual food of this costly Supper,
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Now it followeth to have with this knowledge a sure and constant Faith, not only that the death of Christ is available for the redemption of all the World,
Now it follows to have with this knowledge a sure and constant Faith, not only that the death of christ is available for the redemption of all the World,
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so that thou acknowledgest no other Saviour, Redeemer, Mediator, Advocate, Intercessor, but Christ only, and that thou mayest say with the Apostle, that he loved thee, and gave himself for thee.
so that thou acknowledgest no other Saviour, Redeemer, Mediator, Advocate, Intercessor, but christ only, and that thou Mayest say with the Apostle, that he loved thee, and gave himself for thee.
That Faith is a necessary instrument in all these holy Ceremonies, we may thus assure our selves, for that, as St. Paul saith, without Faith it is unpossible to please God.
That Faith is a necessary Instrument in all these holy Ceremonies, we may thus assure our selves, for that, as Saint Paul Says, without Faith it is unpossible to please God.
and invisible meat, and not bodily; a ghostly substance, and not carnal; so that to think that without Faith we may enjoy the eating and drinking thereof,
and invisible meat, and not bodily; a ghostly substance, and not carnal; so that to think that without Faith we may enjoy the eating and drinking thereof,
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Take then this Lesson (O thou that art desirous of this Table) of Emissenus a godly Father, that when thou goest up to the reverend Communion to be satisfied with spiritual meats, thou look up with Faith upon the Holy Body and Blood of thy God, thou marvel with reverence, thou touch it with the mind, thou receive it with the hand of thy heart,
Take then this lesson (Oh thou that art desirous of this Table) of Emissenus a godly Father, that when thou goest up to the reverend Communion to be satisfied with spiritual Meats, thou look up with Faith upon the Holy Body and Blood of thy God, thou marvel with Reverence, thou touch it with the mind, thou receive it with the hand of thy heart,
Thus we see (Beloved) that resorting to this Table, we must pluck up all the roots of infidelity, all distrust in Gods promises, that we make our selves living Members of Christs Body.
Thus we see (beloved) that resorting to this Table, we must pluck up all the roots of infidelity, all distrust in God's promises, that we make our selves living Members of Christ Body.
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Wherefore let us prove and try our selves unfeigned, without flattering our selves, whether we be Plants of the fruitful Olive, living branches of the true Vine, Members indeed of Christs Mystical Body,
Wherefore let us prove and try our selves unfeigned, without flattering our selves, whither we be Plants of the fruitful Olive, living branches of the true Vine, Members indeed of Christ Mystical Body,
IN the Homily of late rehearsed unto you, ye have heard (good People) why it pleased our Saviour our Christ to institute that heavenly memory of his Death and Passion,
IN the Homily of late rehearsed unto you, you have herd (good People) why it pleased our Saviour our christ to institute that heavenly memory of his Death and Passion,
Now followeth the third thing necessary in him that would not eat of this Bread, nor drink of this Cup unworthily, which is, newness of life, and godliness of conversation.
Now follows the third thing necessary in him that would not eat of this Bred, nor drink of this Cup unworthily, which is, newness of life, and godliness of Conversation.
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Yea, St. Paul testifieth, that although the People were partakers of the Sacraments under Moses, yet for that some of them were still Worshippers of Images, Whoremongers, Tempters of Christ, Murmurers, and coveting after evil things:
Yea, Saint Paul Testifieth, that although the People were partakers of the Sacraments under Moses, yet for that Some of them were still Worshippers of Images, Whoremongers, Tempters of christ, Murmurers, and coveting After evil things:
but also to shew out evidently, a memory of him that died and rose again for us, in this point, that ye be mortified to Sin and the World to live now to God in Christ Jesu our Lord.
but also to show out evidently, a memory of him that died and rose again for us, in this point, that you be mortified to since and the World to live now to God in christ Jesu our Lord.
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So then we must shew outward testimony, in following the signification of Christs death, amongst the which this is not esteemed least, to render thanks to Almighty God for all his benefits, briefly comprised in the Death, Passion,
So then we must show outward testimony, in following the signification of Christ death, among the which this is not esteemed least, to render thanks to Almighty God for all his benefits, briefly comprised in the Death, Passion,
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and Resurrection of his dearly beloved Son. The which thing, because we ought chiefly at this Table to solemnize, the godly Fathers named it Eucharistia, that is, Thanksgiving.
and Resurrection of his dearly Beloved Son. The which thing, Because we ought chiefly At this Table to solemnize, the godly Father's nam it Eucharistia, that is, Thanksgiving.
Seeing then that the name and thing it self doth monish us of thanks, let us (as St. Paul saith) offer always to God the host or sacrifice of praise by Christ;
Seeing then that the name and thing it self does monish us of thanks, let us (as Saint Paul Says) offer always to God the host or sacrifice of praise by christ;
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O let us therefore learn to give God here thanks aright, and so to agnize his exceeding graces poured upon us, that they being shut up in the Treasure-house of our Heart, may in due time and season in our life and conversation, appear to the glorifying of his Holy Name.
O let us Therefore Learn to give God Here thanks aright, and so to agnize his exceeding graces poured upon us, that they being shut up in the Treasure-house of our Heart, may in due time and season in our life and Conversation, appear to the glorifying of his Holy Name.
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As if they should say, none ought to sit down there that were out of love and charity, who bare grudge and vengeance in his Heart, who also did not profess hi• kind affection by some Charitable Relief for some part of the Congregation. And this was their Practice.
As if they should say, none ought to fit down there that were out of love and charity, who bore grudge and vengeance in his Heart, who also did not profess hi• kind affection by Some Charitable Relief for Some part of the Congregation. And this was their Practice.
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But O wretched Creatures that we be at these days, who be without reconciliation of our Brethren whom we have offended, without satisfying them whom we have caused to fall, without any kind of thought or compassion toward them whom we might easily relieve, without any Conscience of Slander, Disdain, Misreport, Division, Rancor, or inward bitterness.
But O wretched Creatures that we be At these days, who be without reconciliation of our Brothers whom we have offended, without satisfying them whom we have caused to fallen, without any kind of Thought or compassion towards them whom we might Easily relieve, without any Conscience of Slander, Disdain, Misreport, Division, Rancour, or inward bitterness.
Yea, being accumbred with the cloaked Hatred of Cain, with the long coloured Malice of Esau, with the dissembled Falshood of Joab; dare ye presume to come up to these sacred and fearful Mysteries? O Man, whither rushest thou unadvisedly? It is a Table of Peace,
Yea, being accumbred with the cloaked Hatred of Cain, with the long coloured Malice of Esau, with the dissembled Falsehood of Joab; Dare you presume to come up to these sacred and fearful Mysteres? O Man, whither rushest thou unadvisedly? It is a Table of Peace,
nor regardest his Spouse his well-beloved Guest, nor weighest thine own Conscience, which is sometime thine inward accuser? Wherefore (O Man) tender thine own Salvation, examine and try thy good will and love towards the Children of God, the Members of Christ, the Heirs of the Heavenly Heritage:
nor regardest his Spouse his well-beloved Guest, nor weighest thine own Conscience, which is sometime thine inward accuser? Wherefore (Oh Man) tender thine own Salvation, examine and try thy good will and love towards the Children of God, the Members of christ, the Heirs of the Heavenly Heritage:
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Last of all, as there is here the mystery of Peace, and the Sacrament of Christian Society, whereby we understand what sincere love ought to be betwixt the true Communicants:
Last of all, as there is Here the mystery of Peace, and the Sacrament of Christian Society, whereby we understand what sincere love ought to be betwixt the true Communicants:
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and wickedness, lest when we receive the Mystical Bread (as Origen saith) we eat it in an unclean place, that is, in a Soul defiled and polluted with sin.
and wickedness, lest when we receive the Mystical Bred (as Origen Says) we eat it in an unclean place, that is, in a Soul defiled and polluted with since.
And shall we think that the wicked and sinful Person shall be excusable at the Table of the Lord? We both read in St. Paul, that the Church of Corinth was scourged of the Lord, for misusing the Lords Supper;
And shall we think that the wicked and sinful Person shall be excusable At the Table of the Lord? We both read in Saint Paul, that the Church of Corinth was scourged of the Lord, for misusing the lords Supper;
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Yea, now at least let us call our selves to an accompt, that it may grieve us of our former evil conversation, that we may hate sin, that we may sorrow and mourn for our offences, that we may with tears pour them out before God, that we may with sure trust desire and crave the Salve of his Mercy, bought and purchased with the Blood of his dearly Beloved Son Jesus Christ, to heal our deadly Wounds withal.
Yea, now At least let us call our selves to an account, that it may grieve us of our former evil Conversation, that we may hate since, that we may sorrow and mourn for our offences, that we may with tears pour them out before God, that we may with sure trust desire and crave the Salve of his Mercy, bought and purchased with the Blood of his dearly beloved Son jesus christ, to heal our deadly Wounds withal.
For surely, if we do not with earnest Repentance cleanse the filthy stomach of our Soul, it must needs come to pass, that as wholsom meat received into a raw stomach, corrupteth and marreth all,
For surely, if we do not with earnest Repentance cleanse the filthy stomach of our Soul, it must needs come to pass, that as wholesome meat received into a raw stomach, corrupteth and marreth all,
Why cried the Deacon in the Primitive Church, if any be holy, let him draw near? Why did they celebrate these Mysteries, the Quire-door being shut? Why were the publick Penitents and Learners in Religion commanded at this time to avoid? Was it not because this Table received no unholy, unclean,
Why cried the Deacon in the Primitive Church, if any be holy, let him draw near? Why did they celebrate these Mysteres, the Quire-door being shut? Why were the public Penitents and Learners in Religion commanded At this time to avoid? Was it not Because this Table received no unholy, unclean,
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or sinful Guests? Wherefore if Servants dare not to presume to an earthly Masters Table, whom they have offended, let us take heed we come not with our sins unexamined into this presence of our Lord and Judge.
or sinful Guests? Wherefore if Servants Dare not to presume to an earthly Masters Table, whom they have offended, let us take heed we come not with our Sins unexamined into this presence of our Lord and Judge.
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If they be worthy blame which kiss the Princes hand with a filthy and unclean mouth, shalt thou be blameless which with a stinking Soul, full of Covetousness, Fornication, Drunkenness, Pride, full of wretched Cogitations and Thoughts, dost breath out iniquity and uncleanness on the Bread and Cup of the Lord.
If they be worthy blame which kiss the Princes hand with a filthy and unclean Mouth, shalt thou be blameless which with a stinking Soul, full of Covetousness, Fornication, drunkenness, Pride, full of wretched Cogitations and Thoughts, dost breath out iniquity and uncleanness on the Bred and Cup of the Lord.
but shall by Faith, in knowledge and amendment of life in Faith be here so united to Christ our Head in his Mysteries, to our comfort, that after we shall have full fruition of him indeed, to our everlasting joy and eternal life:
but shall by Faith, in knowledge and amendment of life in Faith be Here so united to christ our Head in his Mysteres, to our Comfort, that After we shall have full fruition of him indeed, to our everlasting joy and Eternal life:
BEfore we come to the declaration of the great and manifold gifts of the Holy Ghost, wherewith the Church of God hath been evermore replenished, it shall first be needful briefly to expound unto you, whereof this Feast of Pentecost or Whitsuntide had his first beginning.
BEfore we come to the declaration of the great and manifold Gifts of the Holy Ghost, wherewith the Church of God hath been evermore replenished, it shall First be needful briefly to expound unto you, whereof this Feast of Pentecost or Whitsuntide had his First beginning.
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You shall therefore understand, that the Feast of Pentecost, was always kept the fiftieth day after Easter; a great and solemn Feast among the Jews, wherein they did celebrate the memorial of their deliverance out of Egypt, and also the memorial of the publishing of the Law, which was given unto them in the Mount Sinai upon that day.
You shall Therefore understand, that the Feast of Pentecost, was always kept the fiftieth day After Easter; a great and solemn Feast among the jews, wherein they did celebrate the memorial of their deliverance out of Egypt, and also the memorial of the publishing of the Law, which was given unto them in the Mount Sinai upon that day.
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as we read in Levit. 23. and Deut. 16. The place appointed for the observation thereof, was Jerusalem, where was great recourse of People from all parts of the World;
as we read in Levit. 23. and Deuteronomy 16. The place appointed for the observation thereof, was Jerusalem, where was great recourse of People from all parts of the World;
as may well appear in the second Chapter of the Acts, wherein mention is made of Parthians, Medes, Elamites, Inhabiters of Mesopotamia, Inhabiters of Jury, Cappadocia, Pontus, Asia, Phrygia, Pamphilia, and divers other such places, whereby we may also partly gather, what great and Royal Solemnity was commonly used in that Feast.
as may well appear in the second Chapter of the Acts, wherein mention is made of Parthians, Medes, Elamites, Inhabiters of Mesopotamia, Inhabiters of Jury, Cappadocia, Pontus, Asia, Phrygia, Pamphylia, and diverse other such places, whereby we may also partly gather, what great and Royal Solemnity was commonly used in that Feast.
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Which Miracle, that it might be had in perpetual remembrance, the Church hath thought good to solemnize and keep holy this day, commonly called Whitsunday. And here is to be noted, that as the Law was given to the Jews in the Mount Sinai, the fiftieth day after Easter, so was the Preaching of the Gospel, through the mighty power of the Holy Ghost, given to the Apostles in the Mount Sion the fiftieth day after Easter.
Which Miracle, that it might be had in perpetual remembrance, the Church hath Thought good to solemnize and keep holy this day, commonly called Whitsunday. And Here is to be noted, that as the Law was given to the jews in the Mount Sinai, the fiftieth day After Easter, so was the Preaching of the Gospel, through the mighty power of the Holy Ghost, given to the Apostles in the Mount Sion the fiftieth day After Easter.
For as (St. Luke writeth in the Acts of the Apostles) when fifty days were come to an end, the Disciples being all together with one accord in one place, the Holy Ghost came suddenly among them,
For as (Saint Lycia Writeth in the Acts of the Apostles) when fifty days were come to an end, the Disciples being all together with one accord in one place, the Holy Ghost Come suddenly among them,
So that if any Man be a dumb Christian, not professing his Faith openly, but cloaking and colouring himself for fear of danger in time to come, he giveth Men occasion, justly,
So that if any Man be a dumb Christian, not professing his Faith openly, but cloaking and colouring himself for Fear of danger in time to come, he gives Men occasion, justly,
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Likewise, when Christ did first institute and ordain the Sacrament of Baptism, he sent his Disciples into the whole World, willing them to Baptize all Nations, In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost.
Likewise, when christ did First institute and ordain the Sacrament of Baptism, he sent his Disciples into the Whole World, willing them to Baptise all nations, In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost.
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and such other places of the New Testament, do so plainly and evidently confirm the distinction of the Holy Ghost from the other Persons in the Trinity, that no Man possibly can doubt thereof,
and such other places of the New Testament, do so plainly and evidently confirm the distinction of the Holy Ghost from the other Persons in the Trinity, that no Man possibly can doubt thereof,
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First, It is evident that he did wonderfully govern and direct the Hearts of the Patriarchs and Prophets in old time, illuminating their Minds with the knowledge of the true Messias,
First, It is evident that he did wonderfully govern and Direct the Hearts of the Patriarchs and prophets in old time, illuminating their Minds with the knowledge of the true Messias,
Moreover, was not the Holy Ghost a mighty worker in the Conception and the Nativity of Christ our Saviour? St. Matthew saith, that the blessed Virgin was found with Child of the Holy Ghost before Joseph and she came together.
Moreover, was not the Holy Ghost a mighty worker in the Conception and the Nativity of christ our Saviour? Saint Matthew Says, that the blessed Virgae was found with Child of the Holy Ghost before Joseph and she Come together.
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he was greatly amazed in his mind, and began to reason with Christ, demanding how a Man might be born which was old? Can he enter (saith he) into his Mothers Womb again,
he was greatly amazed in his mind, and began to reason with christ, demanding how a Man might be born which was old? Can he enter (Says he) into his Mother's Womb again,
whereas otherwise if he had known the great power of the Holy Ghost in this behalf, that it is he which inwardly worketh the Regeneration and New Birth of Mankind, he would never have marvelled at Christs words,
whereas otherwise if he had known the great power of the Holy Ghost in this behalf, that it is he which inwardly works the Regeneration and New Birth of Mankind, he would never have marveled At Christ words,
Whereof the last, the more it is hid from our understanding, the more it ought to move all Men to wonder at the secret and mighty working of Gods Holy Spirit which is within us.
Whereof the last, the more it is hid from our understanding, the more it ought to move all Men to wonder At the secret and mighty working of God's Holy Spirit which is within us.
For it is the Holy Ghost, and no other thing, that doth quicken the Minds of Men, stirring up good and godly Motions in their Hearts, which are agreeable to the Will and Commandment of God, such as otherwise of their own crooked and perverse Nature they should never have.
For it is the Holy Ghost, and no other thing, that does quicken the Minds of Men, stirring up good and godly Motions in their Hearts, which Are agreeable to the Will and Commandment of God, such as otherwise of their own crooked and perverse Nature they should never have.
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As who should say, Man of his own Nature is fleshly and carnal, corrupt and naught, sinful and disobedient to God, without any spark of goodness in him, without any vertuous or godly Motion, only given to evil Thoughts and wicked Deeds.
As who should say, Man of his own Nature is fleshly and carnal, corrupt and nought, sinful and disobedient to God, without any spark of Goodness in him, without any virtuous or godly Motion, only given to evil Thoughts and wicked deeds.
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The Holy Ghost doth always declare himself by his fruitful and gracious gifts, namely, by the word of Wisdom, by the word of Knowledge, which is the understanding of the Scriptures by Faith, in doing of Miracles, by healing them that are Diseased, by Prophesie, which is the Declaration of Gods Mysteries, by discerning of Spirits, diversities of Tongues, interpretation of Tongues, and so forth.
The Holy Ghost does always declare himself by his fruitful and gracious Gifts, namely, by the word of Wisdom, by the word of Knowledge, which is the understanding of the Scriptures by Faith, in doing of Miracles, by healing them that Are Diseased, by Prophesy, which is the Declaration of God's Mysteres, by discerning of Spirits, diversities of Tongues, Interpretation of Tongues, and so forth.
Did not Gods holy Spirit miraculously work in the Child David, when of a poor Shepherd, he became a Princely Prophet? Did not Gods Holy Spirit miraculously work in Matthew, sitting at the receit of Custom, when of a proud Publican, he became an humble and lowly Evangelist? And who can choose but marvel to consider, that Peter should become of a simple Fisher, a chief and mighty Apostle? Paul of a cruel and bloody Persecutor, a faithful Disciple of Christ, to teach the Gentiles? Such is the power of the Holy Ghost to Regenerate Men,
Did not God's holy Spirit miraculously work in the Child David, when of a poor Shepherd, he became a Princely Prophet? Did not God's Holy Spirit miraculously work in Matthew, sitting At the receipt of Custom, when of a proud Publican, he became an humble and lowly Evangelist? And who can choose but marvel to Consider, that Peter should become of a simple Fisher, a chief and mighty Apostle? Paul of a cruel and bloody Persecutor, a faithful Disciple of christ, to teach the Gentiles? Such is the power of the Holy Ghost to Regenerate Men,
and that his Spirit dwelleth in you? Know ye not that your Bodies are the Temples of the Holy Ghost, which is within you? Again he saith, You are not in the Flesh, but in the Spirit.
and that his Spirit dwells in you? Know you not that your Bodies Are the Temples of the Holy Ghost, which is within you? Again he Says, You Are not in the Flesh, but in the Spirit.
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To this agreeth the Doctrin of St. John, writing on this wise, The Anointing which ye have received (he meaneth the Holy Ghost) dwelleth in you. And the Doctrin of Peter saith the same, who hath these words, The Spirit of Glory and of God resteth upon you.
To this agreeth the Doctrine of Saint John, writing on this wise, The Anointing which you have received (he means the Holy Ghost) dwells in you. And the Doctrine of Peter Says the same, who hath these words, The Spirit of Glory and of God rests upon you.
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O what comfort is this to the heart of a true Christian, to think that the Holy Ghost dwelleth within him? If God be with us (as the Apostle saith) who can be against us? O but how shall I know that the Holy Ghost is within me? Some Man perchance will say, forsooth, As the Tree is known by his Fruit,
Oh what Comfort is this to the heart of a true Christian, to think that the Holy Ghost dwells within him? If God be with us (as the Apostle Says) who can be against us? Oh but how shall I know that the Holy Ghost is within me? some Man perchance will say, forsooth, As the Tree is known by his Fruit,
The Fruits of the Holy Ghost (according to the mind of St. Paul, ) are these, Love, Joy Peace, long Suffering, Gentleness Goodness, Faithfulness, Meekness, Temperance, &c. Contrariwise the Deeds of the Flesh are these, Adultery, Fornication, Uncleanness, Wantonness, Idolatry, Witchcraft, Hatred, Debate, Emulation, Wrath Contention, Sedition, Heresie, Envy, Murder, Drunkenness, Gluttony, and such like.
The Fruits of the Holy Ghost (according to the mind of Saint Paul,) Are these, Love, Joy Peace, long Suffering, Gentleness goodness, Faithfulness, Meekness, Temperance, etc. Contrariwise the deeds of the Flesh Are these, Adultery, Fornication, Uncleanness, Wantonness, Idolatry, Witchcraft, Hatred, Debate, Emulation, Wrath Contention, Sedition, Heresy, Envy, Murder, drunkenness, Gluttony, and such like.
If thou see that thy Works be vertuous and good, consonant to the prescript Rule of Gods Word, favouring and tasting not of the Flesh but of the Spirit,
If thou see that thy Works be virtuous and good, consonant to the prescript Rule of God's Word, favouring and tasting not of the Flesh but of the Spirit,
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Who will not marvel at that which is written in the Acts of the Apostles, to hear their bold confession before the Council at Jerusalem? And to consider that they went away with joy and gladness, rejoycing that they were worthy to suffer Rebukes and Checks for the Name and Faith of Christ Jesus.
Who will not marvel At that which is written in the Acts of the Apostles, to hear their bold Confessi before the Council At Jerusalem? And to Consider that they went away with joy and gladness, rejoicing that they were worthy to suffer Rebukes and Checks for the Name and Faith of christ jesus.
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This was the mighty work of the Holy Ghost, who because he giveth patience and joyfulness of heart in Temptation and Affliction, hath therefore worthily obtained this name in Holy Scripture, to be called a Comforter.
This was the mighty work of the Holy Ghost, who Because he gives patience and joyfulness of heart in Temptation and Affliction, hath Therefore worthily obtained this name in Holy Scripture, to be called a Comforter.
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Who will not also marvel to read the learned and heavenly Sermons of Peter and the Disciples, considering that they were never brought up in School of Learning,
Who will not also marvel to read the learned and heavenly Sermons of Peter and the Disciples, considering that they were never brought up in School of Learning,
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but called even from their Nets to supply the Rooms of Apostles? This was likewise the mighty work of the Holy Ghost, who because he doth instruct the hearts of the simple in the true knowledge of God and his Word, is most justly termed by this name and title to be the Spirit of Truth.
but called even from their Nets to supply the Rooms of Apostles? This was likewise the mighty work of the Holy Ghost, who Because he does instruct the hearts of the simple in the true knowledge of God and his Word, is most justly termed by this name and title to be the Spirit of Truth.
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Eusebius in his Ecclesiastical History, telleth a strange Story of a certain learned and subtil Philosopher, who being an extream adversary to Christ and his Doctrin, could by no kind of Learning be converted to the Faith,
Eusebius in his Ecclesiastical History, Telleth a strange Story of a certain learned and subtle Philosopher, who being an extreme adversary to christ and his Doctrine, could by no kind of Learning be converted to the Faith,
and he on Gods name would needs take in hand to dispute with this proud Philosopher The Bishops and other learned Men standing by, were marvellously abashed at the matter, thinking that by his doings they should be all confounded and put to open shame.
and he on God's name would needs take in hand to dispute with this proud Philosopher The Bishops and other learned Men standing by, were marvellously abashed At the matter, thinking that by his doings they should be all confounded and put to open shame.
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He notwithstanding goeth on, and beginning in the Name of the Lord Jesus, brought the Philosopher to such Point in the end, contrary to all Mens expectation, that he could not chuse but acknowledge the power of God in his Words,
He notwithstanding Goes on, and beginning in the Name of the Lord jesus, brought the Philosopher to such Point in the end, contrary to all Men's expectation, that he could not choose but acknowledge the power of God in his Words,
Was not this a miraculous Work, that one silly Soul of no Learning, should do that which many Bishops of great knowledge and understanding were never able to bring to pass? So true is the saying of Bede, Where the Holy Ghost doth instruct and teach, there is no delay at all in learning.
Was not this a miraculous Work, that one silly Soul of no Learning, should do that which many Bishops of great knowledge and understanding were never able to bring to pass? So true is the saying of Bede, Where the Holy Ghost does instruct and teach, there is no Delay At all in learning.
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Now were it expedient to discuss this Question, Whether all they which boast and brag that they have the Holy Ghost, do truly challenge this unto themselves,
Now were it expedient to discuss this Question, Whither all they which boast and brag that they have the Holy Ghost, do truly challenge this unto themselves,
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for sending down his Comforter into the World, humbly beseeching him so to work in our Hearts by the power of this Holy Spirit, that we being Regenerate and newly Born again in all Goodness, Righteousness, Sobriety and Truth, may in the end be made partakers of everlasting Life in his Heavenly Kingdom, through Jesus Christ our Lord and Saviour. Amen.
for sending down his Comforter into the World, humbly beseeching him so to work in our Hearts by the power of this Holy Spirit, that we being Regenerate and newly Born again in all goodness, Righteousness, Sobriety and Truth, may in the end be made partakers of everlasting Life in his Heavenly Kingdom, through jesus christ our Lord and Saviour. Amen.
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OUr Saviour Christ departing out of the World unto his Father, promised his Disciples to send down another Comforter that should continue with them for ever,
OUr Saviour christ departing out of the World unto his Father, promised his Disciples to send down Another Comforter that should continue with them for ever,
For unless the Holy Ghost had been always present, governing and preserving the Church from the beginning, it could never have sustained so many and great brunts of Affliction and Persecution, with so little damage and harm as it hath.
For unless the Holy Ghost had been always present, governing and preserving the Church from the beginning, it could never have sustained so many and great brunts of Affliction and Persecution, with so little damage and harm as it hath.
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And the words of Christ are most plain in this behalf, saying, That the Spirit of truth should abide with them for ever, that he would be with them always (he meaneth by Grace, Vertue and Power,) even to the Worlds end.
And the words of christ Are most plain in this behalf, saying, That the Spirit of truth should abide with them for ever, that he would be with them always (he means by Grace, Virtue and Power,) even to the World's end.
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but also to the whole Body of Christs Congregation, although not in like form and majesty as he came down at the Feast of Pentecost. But now herein standeth the Controversie,
but also to the Whole Body of Christ Congregation, although not in like from and majesty as he Come down At the Feast of Pentecost. But now herein Stands the Controversy,
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Whether all Men do justly arrogate to themselves the Holy Ghost or no? The Bishops of Rome have for along time made a sore Challenge thereunto, reasoning with themselves after this sort, The Holy Ghost (say they) was promised to the Church, and never forsaketh the Church.
Whither all Men do justly arrogate to themselves the Holy Ghost or no? The Bishops of Room have for along time made a soar Challenge thereunto, reasoning with themselves After this sort, The Holy Ghost (say they) was promised to the Church, and never Forsaketh the Church.
and whatsoever things we decree are undoubted Verities, and Oracles of the Holy Ghost. That ye may perceive the weakness of this Argument, it is needful to teach you.
and whatsoever things we Decree Are undoubted Verities, and Oracles of the Holy Ghost. That you may perceive the weakness of this Argument, it is needful to teach you.
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The true Church is an Universal Congregation or Fellowship of Gods faithful and elect People, built upon the foundation of the Apostles and Prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the head Corner-stone.
The true Church is an Universal Congregation or Fellowship of God's faithful and elect People, built upon the Foundation of the Apostles and prophets, jesus christ himself being the head Cornerstone.
But have so intermingled their own Traditions and Inventions, by chopping and changing, by adding and plucking away, that now they may seem to be converted into a new Guise.
But have so intermingled their own Traditions and Inventions, by chopping and changing, by adding and plucking away, that now they may seem to be converted into a new Guise.
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Christ Ordained no other Element to be used in Baptism, but only Water, whereunto when the Word is joyned, it is made (as St. Augustine saith) a full and perfect Sacrament.
christ Ordained no other Element to be used in Baptism, but only Water, whereunto when the Word is joined, it is made (as Saint Augustine Says) a full and perfect Sacrament.
and such other dumb Ceremonies, serving to no use, contrary to the plain Rule of St. Paul, who willeth all things to be done in the Church to Edification.
and such other dumb Ceremonies, serving to no use, contrary to the plain Rule of Saint Paul, who wills all things to be done in the Church to Edification.
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To be short, look what our Saviour Christ pronounced of the Scribes and Pharisees in the Gospel, the same may be boldly and with safe Conscience pronounced of the Bishops of Rome; namely, that they have forsaken,
To be short, look what our Saviour christ pronounced of the Scribes and Pharisees in the Gospel, the same may be boldly and with safe Conscience pronounced of the Bishops of Room; namely, that they have forsaken,
Which thing being true, as all they which have any light of Gods Word must needs confess, we may well conclude according to the Rule of Augustin, That the Bishops of Rome and their adherents, are not the true Church of Christ, much less then to be taken as chief Heads and Rulers of the same.
Which thing being true, as all they which have any Light of God's Word must needs confess, we may well conclude according to the Rule of Augustin, That the Bishops of Room and their adherents, Are not the true Church of christ, much less then to be taken as chief Heads and Rulers of the same.
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a plain place, concluding directly against the Church of Rome. Where is now the Holy Ghost which they so stoutly claim to themselves? Where is now the Spirit of Truth, that will not suffer them in any wise to err? If it be possible to be there, where the true Church is not,
a plain place, concluding directly against the Church of Room. Where is now the Holy Ghost which they so stoutly claim to themselves? Where is now the Spirit of Truth, that will not suffer them in any wise to err? If it be possible to be there, where the true Church is not,
But here they all alledge for themselves, that there are divers necessary Points not expressed in holy Scripture, which were left to the Revelation of the Holy Ghost.
But Here they all allege for themselves, that there Are diverse necessary Points not expressed in holy Scripture, which were left to the Revelation of the Holy Ghost.
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To this we may easily Answer by the plain words of Christ, teaching us that the proper Office of the Holy Ghost is, not to institute and bring in new Ordinances, contrary to his Doctrin before taught;
To this we may Easily Answer by the plain words of christ, teaching us that the proper Office of the Holy Ghost is, not to institute and bring in new Ordinances, contrary to his Doctrine before taught;
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we have the judgment of Gregory expresly against them, who writing to Mauritius the Emperor, condemneth John, Bishop of Constantinople, in that behalf, calling him the Prince of Pride, Lucifers Successor,
we have the judgement of Gregory expressly against them, who writing to Mauritius the Emperor, Condemneth John, Bishop of Constantinople, in that behalf, calling him the Prince of Pride, Lucifers Successor,
St. Bernard also agreeing thereunto, saith, What greater Pride can there be, than that one Man should prefer his own judgment before the whole Congregation,
Saint Bernard also agreeing thereunto, Says, What greater Pride can there be, than that one Man should prefer his own judgement before the Whole Congregation,
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as though he only had the Spirit of God? And Chrysostom pronounceth a terrible sentence against them, affirming plainly, that whosoever seeketh to be chief in Earth, shall find confusion in Heaven;
as though he only had the Spirit of God? And Chrysostom pronounceth a terrible sentence against them, affirming plainly, that whosoever seeks to be chief in Earth, shall find confusion in Heaven;
What shall we say of him that made the Noble King Dandalus to be tied by the Neck with a Chain, and to lie flat down before his Table, there to gnaw Bones like a Dog? Shall we think that he hath Gods holy Spirit within him,
What shall we say of him that made the Noble King Dandalus to be tied by the Neck with a Chain, and to lie flat down before his Table, there to gnaw Bones like a Dog? Shall we think that he hath God's holy Spirit within him,
What shall we say of him that proudly and contemptuously trod Frederick the Emperor under his Feet, applying the verse of the Psalm unto himself, Thou shalt go upon the Lion and the Adder, the young Lion and the Dragon thou shalt tread under thy foot? Shall we say that he hath Gods holy Spirit within him,
What shall we say of him that proudly and contemptuously trod Frederick the Emperor under his Feet, applying the verse of the Psalm unto himself, Thou shalt go upon the lion and the Adder, the young lion and the Dragon thou shalt tread under thy foot? Shall we say that he hath God's holy Spirit within him,
and not rather the Spirit of the Devil? Such a Tyrant was Pope Pascal the II. What shall we say of him that came into his Popedom like a Fox, that reigned like a Lion,
and not rather the Spirit of the devil? Such a Tyrant was Pope Pascal the II What shall we say of him that Come into his Popedom like a Fox, that reigned like a lion,
What shall we say of him that made Henry the Emperor, with his Wife and young Child, to stand at the Gates of the City in the rough Winter, bare Footed and bare legged, only cloathed in Linsey Wolsey, eating nothing from Morning to Night,
What shall we say of him that made Henry the Emperor, with his Wife and young Child, to stand At the Gates of the city in the rough Winter, bore Footed and bore legged, only clothed in Linsey wolsey, eating nothing from Morning to Night,
Of Pope Julius the II. that wilfully cast St. Peters Keys into the River Tiberis. Of Pope Urban the VI. that caused five Cardinals to be put in Sacks, and cruely drowned. Of Pope Sergius the III. that persecuted the dead Body of Formosus his Predecessor, when it had been buried eight years. Of Pope John the XIV.
Of Pope Julius the II that wilfully cast Saint Peter's Keys into the River Tiberis. Of Pope Urban the VI. that caused five Cardinals to be put in Sacks, and cruelly drowned. Of Pope Sergius the III. that persecuted the dead Body of Formosus his Predecessor, when it had been buried eight Years. Of Pope John the XIV.
and to be hanged up a whole day by the Hair, then to be set upon an Ass with his face backward toward the Tail, to be carried round about the City in despite, to be miserably beaten with Rods, last of all, to be thrust out of his Country,
and to be hanged up a Whole day by the Hair, then to be Set upon an Ass with his face backward towards the Tail, to be carried round about the city in despite, to be miserably beaten with Rods, last of all, to be thrust out of his Country,
But to conclude and make an end, ye shall briefly take this short Lesson, wheresoever ye find the Spirit of Arrogance and Pride, the Spirit of Envy, Hatred, Contention, Cruelty, Murder, Extortion, Witchcraft, Necromancy, &c. Assure your selves that there is the Spirit of the Devil and not of God,
But to conclude and make an end, you shall briefly take this short lesson, wheresoever you find the Spirit of Arrogance and Pride, the Spirit of Envy, Hatred, Contention, Cruelty, Murder, Extortion, Witchcraft, Necromancy, etc. Assure your selves that there is the Spirit of the devil and not of God,
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For as the Gospel teacheth us, The Spirit of Jesus is a good Spirit, an holy Spirit, a sweet Spirit, a lowly Spirit, a merciful Spirit, full of Charity and Love, full of Forgiveness and Pity, not rendring evil for evil, extremity for extremity,
For as the Gospel Teaches us, The Spirit of jesus is a good Spirit, an holy Spirit, a sweet Spirit, a lowly Spirit, a merciful Spirit, full of Charity and Love, full of Forgiveness and Pity, not rendering evil for evil, extremity for extremity,
Many shall come in my nam• (saith Christ, ) and shall transform themselves into Angels of Light, deceiving (if it be possible) the very Elect. They shall come unto you in Sheeps Cloathing, being inwardly cruel and ravening Wolves;
Many shall come in my nam• (Says christ,) and shall transform themselves into Angels of Light, deceiving (if it be possible) the very Elect. They shall come unto you in Sheep Clothing, being inwardly cruel and ravening Wolves;
The Lord of Heaven and Earth defend us from their Tyranny and Pride, that they never enter into his Vineyard again, to the disturbance of his silly poor Flock,
The Lord of Heaven and Earth defend us from their Tyranny and Pride, that they never enter into his Vineyard again, to the disturbance of his silly poor Flock,
and he of his great mercy so work in all Mens hearts, by the mighty power of the Holy Ghost, that the comfortable Gospel of his Son Christ may be truly preached,
and he of his great mercy so work in all Men's hearts, by the mighty power of the Holy Ghost, that the comfortable Gospel of his Son christ may be truly preached,
and all the Kingdom of Antichrist, that like scattered and dispersed Sheep, being (at length) gathered into one fold, we may in the end rest all together in the Bosom of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, there to be partakers of Eternal and Everlasting Life, through the merits and death of Jesus Christ our Saviour. Amen.
and all the Kingdom of Antichrist, that like scattered and dispersed Sheep, being (At length) gathered into one fold, we may in the end rest all together in the Bosom of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, there to be partakers of Eternal and Everlasting Life, through the merits and death of jesus christ our Saviour. Amen.
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I Am purposed this day (good devout Christian People) to declare unto you the most deserved praise and commendation of Almighty God, not only in the consideration of the marvellous Creation of this World,
I Am purposed this day (good devout Christian People) to declare unto you the most deserved praise and commendation of Almighty God, not only in the consideration of the marvellous Creation of this World,
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for whose sake he made the whole Universal World, with all the Commodities and Goods therein, which his singular goodness well and diligently remembred on our part, should move us (as Duty is) again with hearty affection to love him,
for whose sake he made the Whole Universal World, with all the Commodities and Goods therein, which his singular Goodness well and diligently remembered on our part, should move us (as Duty is) again with hearty affection to love him,
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And to this matter, being so worthy to entreat of, and so profitable for you to hear, I trust I shall not need with much circumstance of Words, to stir you to give your Attendance to hear what shall be said.
And to this matter, being so worthy to entreat of, and so profitable for you to hear, I trust I shall not need with much circumstance of Words, to stir you to give your Attendance to hear what shall be said.
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Only I would wish your affection inflamed in secret wise within your self, to raise up some motion of Thanksgiving to the goodness of Almighty God, in every such Point as shall be opened by my Declaration particularly unto you.
Only I would wish your affection inflamed in secret wise within your self, to raise up Some motion of Thanksgiving to the Goodness of Almighty God, in every such Point as shall be opened by my Declaration particularly unto you.
For else, what shall it avail us to hear and know the great goodness of God towards us, to know that whatsoever is good, proceedeth from him as from the principal Fountain and the only Author,
For Else, what shall it avail us to hear and know the great Goodness of God towards us, to know that whatsoever is good, Proceedeth from him as from the principal Fountain and the only Author,
or to know that whatsoever is sent from him must needs be good and wholsome? If the hearing of such matter moveth us no further but to know it only, what availeth it the wise Men of the World t• have knowledge of the Power and Divinity of God, by the secret inspiration of him, where they did not honor and glorifie him in their knowledge as God? What praise was it to them by the consideration of the Creation of the World, to behold his goodness,
or to know that whatsoever is sent from him must needs be good and wholesome? If the hearing of such matter moves us no further but to know it only, what availeth it the wise Men of the World t• have knowledge of the Power and Divinity of God, by the secret inspiration of him, where they did not honour and Glorify him in their knowledge as God? What praise was it to them by the consideration of the Creation of the World, to behold his Goodness,
and not to be thankful to him again for his Creatures? What other thing deserved this blindness and forgetfulness of them at Gods hands, but utter forsaking of him;
and not to be thankful to him again for his Creatures? What other thing deserved this blindness and forgetfulness of them At God's hands, but utter forsaking of him;
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and so forsaking of God, they could not but fall into extream Ignorance and Error? And although they much esteemed themselves in their Wits and Knowledge,
and so forsaking of God, they could not but fallen into extreme Ignorance and Error? And although they much esteemed themselves in their Wits and Knowledge,
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Let us eschew the manner of these before rehearsed, and follow rather the Example of that holy Apostle St. Paul, who when in a deep Meditation he did behold the marvellous Proceedings of Almighty God,
Let us eschew the manner of these before rehearsed, and follow rather the Exampl of that holy Apostle Saint Paul, who when in a deep Meditation he did behold the marvellous Proceedings of Almighty God,
and considered his infinite goodness in the ordering of his Creatures, he burst out into this conclusion, Surely (saith he) of him, by him, and in him, be all things.
and considered his infinite Goodness in the ordering of his Creatures, he burst out into this conclusion, Surely (Says he) of him, by him, and in him, be all things.
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And that the entreating of this matter in hand may be to the glory of Almighty God, Let us in one Faith and Charity call upon the Father of Mercy, from whom cometh every good gift,
And that the entreating of this matter in hand may be to the glory of Almighty God, Let us in one Faith and Charity call upon the Father of Mercy, from whom comes every good gift,
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For he worketh all things in his secret Judgment to his own pleasure, yea, even the wicked to damnation, saith Solomon. By the reason of his Nature, he is called in Scripture consuming Fire, he is called a terrible and fearful God;
For he works all things in his secret Judgement to his own pleasure, yea, even the wicked to damnation, Says Solomon. By the reason of his Nature, he is called in Scripture consuming Fire, he is called a terrible and fearful God;
It was his Mercy to have us born among the number of Christian People, and thereby in a much more nighness to Salvation, where we might have been born (if his goodness had not been) among the Paynims, clean void from God and the hope of Everlasting Life.
It was his Mercy to have us born among the number of Christian People, and thereby in a much more nighness to Salvation, where we might have been born (if his Goodness had not been) among the Pagans, clean void from God and the hope of Everlasting Life.
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but declare his goodness only without regard of our worthiness? And what other thing doth stir him to call us to him when we be strayed from him, to suffer us patiently to win us to Repentance,
but declare his Goodness only without regard of our worthiness? And what other thing does stir him to call us to him when we be strayed from him, to suffer us patiently to win us to Repentance,
and let us hear what answer they will make in these Points before rehearsed, whether their first Creation was in Gods goodness or of themselves? Forsooth, David would make answer for them all,
and let us hear what answer they will make in these Points before rehearsed, whither their First Creation was in God's Goodness or of themselves? Forsooth, David would make answer for them all,
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and for their Salvation, Whether their deserts or Gods goodness only? Although in this Point every one confess sufficiently the truth of this matter in his own Person;
and for their Salvation, Whither their deserts or God's Goodness only? Although in this Point every one confess sufficiently the truth of this matter in his own Person;
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yet let David answer by the mouth of them all at this time, who cannot chuse but say, Not to us, O Lord, not to us but to thy Name give all the thanks for thy loving mercy, and for thy truths sake.
yet let David answer by the Mouth of them all At this time, who cannot choose but say, Not to us, Oh Lord, not to us but to thy Name give all the thanks for thy loving mercy, and for thy truths sake.
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If we should ask again, from whence came their glorious Works and Deeds, which they wrought in their lives, wherewith God was so highly pleased and worshipped by them? Let some other witness be brought in to testifie this matter, that in the mouth of two or three may the truth be known.
If we should ask again, from whence Come their glorious Works and deeds, which they wrought in their lives, wherewith God was so highly pleased and worshipped by them? Let Some other witness be brought in to testify this matter, that in the Mouth of two or three may the truth be known.
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If ye will know furthermore where they had their Gifts and Sacrifices, which they offered continually in their Lives to Almighty God, they cannot but agree with David, where he saith, Of thy liberal hand, O Lord, we have received that we gave unto thee.
If you will know furthermore where they had their Gifts and Sacrifices, which they offered continually in their Lives to Almighty God, they cannot but agree with David, where he Says, Of thy liberal hand, Oh Lord, we have received that we gave unto thee.
If this holy Company therefore confess so constantly, that all the Goods and Graces wherewith they were indued in Soul, came of the goodness of God only.
If this holy Company Therefore confess so constantly, that all the Goods and Graces wherewith they were endued in Soul, Come of the Goodness of God only.
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What more can be said to prove that all that is good cometh from Almighty God? Is it meet to think that all spiritual goodness cometh from God above only;
What more can be said to prove that all that is good comes from Almighty God? Is it meet to think that all spiritual Goodness comes from God above only;
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and that other good things, either of Nature or of Fortune (as we call them) cometh of any other cause? Doth God of his goodness adorn the Soul with all the Powers thereof as it is;
and that other good things, either of Nature or of Fortune (as we call them) comes of any other cause? Does God of his Goodness adorn the Soul with all the Powers thereof as it is;
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and come the gifts of the Body (wherewith it is endued) from any other? If he doth the more, cannot he do the less? To justifie a sinner, to new create him from a wicked Person to a righteous Man, is a greater Act (saith St. Augustin,) than to make such a new Heaven and Earth as is already made.
and come the Gifts of the Body (wherewith it is endued) from any other? If he does the more, cannot he do the less? To justify a sinner, to new create him from a wicked Person to a righteous Man, is a greater Act (Says Saint Augustin,) than to make such a new Heaven and Earth as is already made.
but he still preserveth it by his goodness, he still stayeth it in his Creation; for else without his special goodness it could not stand long in this condition.
but he still Preserveth it by his Goodness, he still stays it in his Creation; for Else without his special Goodness it could not stand long in this condition.
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It is neither the Herb nor the Plaister that giveth Health of themselves, but thy Word, O Lord, (saith the Wise Man) which healeth all things. It is not therefore the power of the Croatures which worketh their effects,
It is neither the Herb nor the Plaster that gives Health of themselves, but thy Word, Oh Lord, (Says the Wise Man) which heals all things. It is not Therefore the power of the Croatures which works their effects,
By that same Word that Heaven and Earth were made, by the same are they upholden, maintained, and kept in order (saith St. Peter, ) and shall be till Almighty God shall withdraw his Power from them, and speak their dissolution.
By that same Word that Heaven and Earth were made, by the same Are they upholden, maintained, and kept in order (Says Saint Peter,) and shall be till Almighty God shall withdraw his Power from them, and speak their dissolution.
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how could it be that the Main Sea, so raging and laboring to over-flow the Earth, could be kept within its bounds and banks as it is? That Holy Man Job evidently spied the goodness of God in this Point,
how could it be that the Main Sea, so raging and labouring to overflow the Earth, could be kept within its bounds and banks as it is? That Holy Man Job evidently spied the Goodness of God in this Point,
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How could it be that the Elements, so divers and contrary as they be among themselves, should yet agree and abide together in a concord, without destruction one of another to serve our use,
How could it be that the Elements, so diverse and contrary as they be among themselves, should yet agree and abide together in a concord, without destruction one of Another to serve our use,
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if it were let loose to go whither it would, and not staid in its sphere by the goodness of God, measurably to heat these inferior Creaturs to their riping? Consider the huge Substance of the Earth,
if it were let lose to go whither it would, and not stayed in its sphere by the Goodness of God, measurably to heat these inferior Creatures to their riping? Consider the huge Substance of the Earth,
How could it so stand stably in the space as it doth, if Gods goodness reserved it not so for us to travel on? It is thou, O Lord, (saith David,) which hast founded the Earth in its stability,
How could it so stand stably in the Molle as it does, if God's Goodness reserved it not so for us to travel on? It is thou, Oh Lord, (Says David,) which hast founded the Earth in its stability,
Of whom came the invention thus to subdue them, and make them fit for our Commodities? Was it by Mans Brain? nay, rather this invention came by the goodness of God, which inspired Mans understanding to have his purpose of every Creature.
Of whom Come the invention thus to subdue them, and make them fit for our Commodities? Was it by men Brain? nay, rather this invention Come by the Goodness of God, which inspired men understanding to have his purpose of every Creature.
except the goodness of Almighty God had been present with Men, and had stirred their wits and studies of purpose to know the natures and dispositions of all his Creatures, to serve us sufficiently in our needs and necessities.
except the Goodness of Almighty God had been present with Men, and had stirred their wits and studies of purpose to know the nature's and dispositions of all his Creatures, to serve us sufficiently in our needs and necessities.
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The Wise Man in his Contemplation by himself, could not but grant this thing to be true which I reason unto you, In his hands (saith he) be we, and our Words, and all our Wisdom, and all our Sciences and Works of Knowledge;
The Wise Man in his Contemplation by himself, could not but grant this thing to be true which I reason unto you, In his hands (Says he) be we, and our Words, and all our Wisdom, and all our Sciences and Works of Knowledge;
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and the virtues of the Elements, the beginning and end of Times, the change and diversities of them, the course of the Year, the order of the Stars, the natures of Beasts,
and the Virtues of the Elements, the beginning and end of Times, the change and diversities of them, the course of the Year, the order of the Stars, the nature's of Beasts,
and give him thanks for his goodness? I perceive that I am far here overcharged with the Plenty and Copy of Matter that might be brought in for the proof of this cause.
and give him thanks for his Goodness? I perceive that I am Far Here overcharged with the Plenty and Copy of Matter that might be brought in for the proof of this cause.
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IN the former Part of this Homily (good Christian People) I have declared to your Contemplation, the great goodness of Almighty God in the Creation of this World, with all the Furniture thereof,
IN the former Part of this Homily (good Christian People) I have declared to your Contemplation, the great Goodness of Almighty God in the Creation of this World, with all the Furniture thereof,
and I trust it hath wrought not only belief in you, but also it hath moved you to render your thanks secretly in your hearts to Almighty God for his loving kindness.
and I trust it hath wrought not only belief in you, but also it hath moved you to render your thanks secretly in your hearts to Almighty God for his loving kindness.
Now then consider, good People, if any Author there be of such things concurrent of Mans labor and endeavor, were it meet to ascribe them to any other than to God? As the Paynims, Philosophers,
Now then Consider, good People, if any Author there be of such things concurrent of men labour and endeavour, were it meet to ascribe them to any other than to God? As the Pagans, Philosophers,
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and Poets did Err, which took Fortune, and made her a Goddess to be honored for such things? God forbid (good Christian People,) that this Imagination should earnestly be received of us that be Worshippers of the true God, whose Works and Proceedings be expressed manifestly in his Word. (These be the opinions and sayings of Infidels, not of true Christians;
and Poets did Err, which took Fortune, and made her a Goddess to be honoured for such things? God forbid (good Christian People,) that this Imagination should earnestly be received of us that be Worshippers of the true God, whose Works and Proceedings be expressed manifestly in his Word. (These be the opinions and sayings of Infidels, not of true Christians;
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And again the Prophet Jeremy, Thinkest thou that I am a God of the place nigh me, (saith the Lord,) and not a God far off? Can a Man hide himself in so secret a corner, that I shall not see him? Do not I fulfill and replenish both Heaven and Earth, saith the Lord? Which of these two should be most believed? Fortune whom they paint to be blind of both eyes, ever unstable and unconstant in her Wheel, in whose hands they say these things be? Or God, in whose hand and power these things be indeed, who for his truth and constancy was yet never reproved;
And again the Prophet Jeremiah, Thinkest thou that I am a God of the place High me, (Says the Lord,) and not a God Far off? Can a Man hide himself in so secret a corner, that I shall not see him? Do not I fulfil and replenish both Heaven and Earth, Says the Lord? Which of these two should be most believed? Fortune whom they paint to be blind of both eyes, ever unstable and unconstant in her Wheel, in whose hands they say these things be? Or God, in whose hand and power these things be indeed, who for his truth and constancy was yet never reproved;
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Truth it is, that God is all Riches, all Power, all Authority, all Health, Wealth and Prosperity, of the which we should have no part without his liberal distribution,
Truth it is, that God is all Riches, all Power, all authority, all Health, Wealth and Prosperity, of the which we should have no part without his liberal distribution,
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and maketh the rich, it is he that promoteth and pulleth down, he can raise a needy Man from his Misery and from the Dunghil, he can lift up a poor Personage to sit with Princes and have the seat of Glory,
and makes the rich, it is he that promoteth and pulls down, he can raise a needy Man from his Misery and from the Dunghill, he can lift up a poor Personage to fit with Princes and have the seat of Glory,
why gloriest thou in thy self, as though thou hadst not received it? To confess that all good things come from Almighty God, is a great Point of Wisdom my Friends:
why gloriest thou in thy self, as though thou Hadst not received it? To confess that all good things come from Almighty God, is a great Point of Wisdom my Friends:
After I knew (saith he) that otherwise I could not be chast, except God granted it, (and this was as he there writeth, high wisdom to know whose gift it was,) I made hast to the Lord,
After I knew (Says he) that otherwise I could not be chaste, except God granted it, (and this was as he there Writeth, high Wisdom to know whose gift it was,) I made haste to the Lord,
If the Merchant and Worldly Occupier knew that God is the giver of Riches, he would content himself with so much as by just means approved of God, he could get to his Living,
If the Merchant and Worldly Occupier knew that God is the giver of Riches, he would content himself with so much as by just means approved of God, he could get to his Living,
They therefore which believe perfectly in their heart that God is to be honored and requested for the gift of all things necessary, would use none other means to relieve their necessities but Truth and Verity,
They Therefore which believe perfectly in their heart that God is to be honoured and requested for the gift of all things necessary, would use none other means to relieve their necessities but Truth and Verity,
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The Man in his need would not relieve his want by Stealth ▪ The Woman would not relieve her necessity and poverty by giving her Body to other in Adultery for gain.
The Man in his need would not relieve his want by Stealth ▪ The Woman would not relieve her necessity and poverty by giving her Body to other in Adultery for gain.
and be praised for good Stewards, that we may hear these words of our Judge, Well done good servant & faithful, thou hast been faithful in little, I will make thee Ruler over much, go into thy Masters joy.
and be praised for good Stewards, that we may hear these words of our Judge, Well done good servant & faithful, thou hast been faithful in little, I will make thee Ruler over much, go into thy Masters joy.
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Besides, to believe certainly God to be the Author of all gifts that we have, shall make us to be in silence and patience when they be taken again from us.
Beside, to believe Certainly God to be the Author of all Gifts that we have, shall make us to be in silence and patience when they be taken again from us.
For as God of his mercy doth grant us them to use, so otherwhiles he doth justly take them again from us, to prove our Patience, to exercise our Faith,
For as God of his mercy does grant us them to use, so otherwhiles he does justly take them again from us, to prove our Patience, to exercise our Faith,
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and fortune to be taken of some evil Willer for a Fool, and is so reported? How much doth it grieve him to be so esteemed? Think ye that these believe constantly that God is the Author of these gifts? If they believe it verily,
and fortune to be taken of Some evil Willer for a Fool, and is so reported? How much does it grieve him to be so esteemed? Think you that these believe constantly that God is the Author of these Gifts? If they believe it verily,
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He hath good Angels, he hath evil Angels, he hath good Men, and he hath evil Men, he hath Hail and Rain, he hath Wind and Thunder, he hath Heat and Cold. Innumerable instruments hath he,
He hath good Angels, he hath evil Angels, he hath good Men, and he hath evil Men, he hath Hail and Rain, he hath Wind and Thunder, he hath Heat and Cold. Innumerable Instruments hath he,
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For as the same Author saith, He Armeth the Creatrue, to revenge his Enemies, and otherwhiles to the probation of our Faith, stirreth he up such storms.
For as the same Author Says, He Armeth the Creatrue, to revenge his Enemies, and otherwhiles to the probation of our Faith, stirs he up such storms.
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Let him alone (saith he to one of his Servants that would have revenged such despite) for God hath commanded him to curse David, and peradventure God intendeth thereby to render me some good turn for this curse of him to day.
Let him alone (Says he to one of his Servants that would have revenged such despite) for God hath commanded him to curse David, and Peradventure God intends thereby to render me Some good turn for this curse of him to day.
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And though the Minister other whiles doth evil in his Act, proceeding of Malice, yet forasmuch as God turneth his evil act to a proof of our Patience, we should rather submit our selves in Patience,
And though the Minister other while does evil in his Act, proceeding of Malice, yet forasmuch as God turns his evil act to a proof of our Patience, we should rather submit our selves in Patience,
Let us in like manner truly acknowledge all our Gifts and Prerogatives, to be so Gods Gifts, that we shall be ready to resign them up at his Will and Pleasure again.
Let us in like manner truly acknowledge all our Gifts and Prerogatives, to be so God's Gifts, that we shall be ready to resign them up At his Will and Pleasure again.
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Let us throughout our whole Lives confess all good things to come from God, of what Name or Nature soever they be, not of these corruptible things only, whereof I have now last spoken,
Let us throughout our Whole Lives confess all good things to come from God, of what Name or Nature soever they be, not of these corruptible things only, whereof I have now last spoken,
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Let us consider the truth of this matter, and hear what is testified first of the gift of Faith, the first entry into a Christian Life, without which no Man can please God.
Let us Consider the truth of this matter, and hear what is testified First of the gift of Faith, the First entry into a Christian Life, without which no Man can please God.
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Who worketh these great Miracles in us? Our Worthiness, our Deservings and Endeavors, our Wits and Vertue? Nay verily, St. Paul will not suffer Flesh and Clay to presume to such Arrogancy,
Who works these great Miracles in us? Our Worthiness, our Deservings and Endeavors, our Wits and Virtue? Nay verily, Saint Paul will not suffer Flesh and Clay to presume to such Arrogance,
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Remember I say once again your Duty of Thanks, let them be never to want, still injoyn your self to continue in Thanksgiving, ye can offer to God no better Sacrifice:
remember I say once again your Duty of Thanks, let them be never to want, still enjoin your self to continue in Thanksgiving, you can offer to God no better Sacrifice:
For upon him he put our Sins, and upon him he made our Ransom, him he made the mean betwixt us and himself, whose mediation was so acceptable to God the Father, through his absolute and perfect Obedience, that he took his Act for a full satisfaction of all our Disobedience and Rebellion, whose Righteousness he took to weigh against our Sins, whose Redemption he would have stand against our Damnation.
For upon him he put our Sins, and upon him he made our Ransom, him he made the mean betwixt us and himself, whose mediation was so acceptable to God the Father, through his absolute and perfect obedience, that he took his Act for a full satisfaction of all our Disobedience and Rebellion, whose Righteousness he took to weigh against our Sins, whose Redemption he would have stand against our Damnation.
In this Point, what have we to muse within our selves, good Friends? I think no less that that which St. Paul said in remembrance of this wonderful goodness of God, Thanks be to Almighty God, through Jesus Christ our Lord:
In this Point, what have we to muse within our selves, good Friends? I think no less that that which Saint Paul said in remembrance of this wondered Goodness of God, Thanks be to Almighty God, through jesus christ our Lord:
for it is he, for whose sake we received this high gift of Grace. For as by him (being the Everlasting Wisdom) he wrought all the World, and that is contained therein.
for it is he, for whose sake we received this high gift of Grace. For as by him (being the Everlasting Wisdom) he wrought all the World, and that is contained therein.
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It is he whom the Father in Heaven delighteth to have for his well beloved Son, whom he Authorized to be our Teacher, whom he charged us to hear, saying, Hear him. It is he by whom the Father of Heaven doth bless us with all Spiritual and Heavenly gifts,
It is he whom the Father in Heaven delights to have for his well Beloved Son, whom he Authorized to be our Teacher, whom he charged us to hear, saying, Hear him. It is he by whom the Father of Heaven does bless us with all Spiritual and Heavenly Gifts,
And thereupon to execute his Authority committed, after that he had brought Sin and the Devil to Captivity, to be no more hurtful to his Members, he ascended up to his Father again,
And thereupon to execute his authority committed, After that he had brought since and the devil to Captivity, to be no more hurtful to his Members, he ascended up to his Father again,
and from thence sent liberal Gifts to his welbeloved Servants, and hath still the power to the Worlds end, to distribute his Fathers Gifts continually in his Church, to the establishment and comfort thereof.
and from thence sent liberal Gifts to his well-beloved Servants, and hath still the power to the World's end, to distribute his Father's Gifts continually in his Church, to the establishment and Comfort thereof.
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For he saith himself, It is the Sacrifice of Praise and Thanks that shall honor me, Which thing was well perceived of that holy Prophet David, when he so earnestly spake to himself thus, O my Soul bless thou the Lord,
For he Says himself, It is the Sacrifice of Praise and Thanks that shall honour me, Which thing was well perceived of that holy Prophet David, when he so earnestly spoke to himself thus, Oh my Soul bless thou the Lord,
This knowledge and feeling is not in our selves, by our selves it is not possible to come by it, a great pity it were that we should lose so profitable knowledge.
This knowledge and feeling is not in our selves, by our selves it is not possible to come by it, a great pity it were that we should loose so profitable knowledge.
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and from our Mediator Christ, that he would assist us, and inspire us with his presence, that in him we may be able to hear the goodness of God declared unto us, to our Salvation.
and from our Mediator christ, that he would assist us, and inspire us with his presence, that in him we may be able to hear the Goodness of God declared unto us, to our Salvation.
The Wise man saith, that in the Power and Vertue of the Holy Ghost, resteth all Wisdom and all Ability to know God, and to please him. For he waiteth thus:
The Wise man Says, that in the Power and Virtue of the Holy Ghost, rests all Wisdom and all Ability to know God, and to please him. For he waits thus:
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To hold the way which God had prepared for us to walk rightly in our Journey, we must acknowledge that it is in the power of his Spirit which helpeth our infirmity.
To hold the Way which God had prepared for us to walk rightly in our Journey, we must acknowledge that it is in the power of his Spirit which Helpeth our infirmity.
That we may boldly come in Prayer, and call upon Almighty God as our Father, it is by this holy Spirit, which maketh intercession for us with continual Sighs.
That we may boldly come in Prayer, and call upon Almighty God as our Father, it is by this holy Spirit, which makes Intercession for us with continual Sighs.
If any Gift we have wherewith we may work to the Glory of God, and profit of our Neighbor, all is wrought by this own and self same Spirit, which maketh his distributions peculiarly to every Man as he will.
If any Gift we have wherewith we may work to the Glory of God, and profit of our Neighbour, all is wrought by this own and self same Spirit, which makes his distributions peculiarly to every Man as he will.
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And no where can we more certainly search for the knowledge of this Will of God (by the which we must direct all our Works and Deeds) but in the holy Scriptures, for they be they that testifie of him, saith our Saviour Christ.
And no where can we more Certainly search for the knowledge of this Will of God (by the which we must Direct all our Works and deeds) but in the holy Scriptures, for they be they that testify of him, Says our Saviour christ.
With whom whosoever is endued in Heart by Faith, and rooted fast in Charity, hath laid a sure Foundation to build on, whereby he may be able to comprehend with all Saints, what is the breadth, length,
With whom whosoever is endued in Heart by Faith, and rooted fast in Charity, hath laid a sure Foundation to built on, whereby he may be able to comprehend with all Saints, what is the breadth, length,
All good things came to me together with her, and innumerable Riches through her hands. And addeth more in that same place, She is the Mother of all these things;
All good things Come to me together with her, and innumerable Riches through her hands. And adds more in that same place, She is the Mother of all these things;
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I might with many words move some of this audience to search for this Wisdom, to sequester their Reason, to follow Gods Commandment, to cast from them the Wits of their Brains, to favor this Wisdom, to renounce the Wisdom and Policy of this fond World, to taste and Savor of that whereunto the Favor and Will of God hath called them,
I might with many words move Some of this audience to search for this Wisdom, to sequester their Reason, to follow God's Commandment, to cast from them the Wits of their Brains, to favour this Wisdom, to renounce the Wisdom and Policy of this found World, to taste and Savour of that whereunto the Favour and Will of God hath called them,
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So know they again that in time it is found, and can therefore temper themselves to the occasion of the time, to suffer no time to pass away, wherein they may labor for this Wisdom.
So know they again that in time it is found, and can Therefore temper themselves to the occasion of the time, to suffer no time to pass away, wherein they may labour for this Wisdom.
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And they see how the Wicked (as Job writeth) abuse the same to their Pride, and therefore do the Godly take the better hold of the time, to redeem it out of such use as it is spoiled in by the Wicked.
And they see how the Wicked (as Job Writeth) abuse the same to their Pride, and Therefore do the Godly take the better hold of the time, to Redeem it out of such use as it is spoiled in by the Wicked.
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They see the time pass away, and therefore take hold on it, in such wise, that otherwhiles they will with loss of their sleep and ease, with suffering many pains, catch the offer of their time, knowing that that which is past cannot be returned again;
They see the time pass away, and Therefore take hold on it, in such wise, that otherwhiles they will with loss of their sleep and ease, with suffering many pains, catch the offer of their time, knowing that that which is passed cannot be returned again;
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Why should not they then that be Spiritually Wise in their Generation, wait their time, to encrease as fast in their state, to win and gain Everlastingly? They reason what a brute forgetfulness it were in Man endued with Reason, to be ignorant of their Times and Tides,
Why should not they then that be Spiritually Wise in their Generation, wait their time, to increase as fast in their state, to win and gain Everlastingly? They reason what a brutus forgetfulness it were in Man endued with Reason, to be ignorant of their Times and Tides,
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when they see the Turtle Dove, the Stork, and the Swallow to wait their times, as Jeremy saith, The Stork in the Air knoweth her appointed times, the Turtle, the Grane,
when they see the Turtle Dove, the Stork, and the Swallow to wait their times, as Jeremiah Says, The Stork in the Air Knoweth her appointed times, the Turtle, the Grane,
Yea, Christian Men for that they hear how grievously God complaineth, and threatneth in the Scriptures them which will not know the time of his Visitations, are learned thereby, the rather earnestly to apply themselves thereunto.
Yea, Christian Men for that they hear how grievously God Complaineth, and threatens in the Scriptures them which will not know the time of his Visitations, Are learned thereby, the rather earnestly to apply themselves thereunto.
let us, if Gods Favor and Judgments which he worketh in our time, cannot stir us to call home to our selves to do that belonging to our Salvation, at the least way, let the malice of the Devil, the naughtiness of the World, which we see exercised in these perilous and last times, wherein we see our days so dangerously set, provoke us to watch diligently to our vocation, to walk and go forward therein.
let us, if God's Favour and Judgments which he works in our time, cannot stir us to call home to our selves to do that belonging to our Salvation, At the least Way, let the malice of the devil, the naughtiness of the World, which we see exercised in these perilous and last times, wherein we see our days so dangerously Set, provoke us to watch diligently to our vocation, to walk and go forward therein.
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and seriously stir us to be wise, and to expend the gracious good Will of God to us ward, which all the day long stretched out his Hands (as the Prophet saith) unto us, for the most part his merciful Hands, sometime his heavy Hands, that we being learned thereby, may escape the danger that must needs fall on the unjust, who lead their days in felicity and pleasure, without the knowing of Gods Will toward them,
and seriously stir us to be wise, and to expend the gracious good Will of God to us ward, which all the day long stretched out his Hands (as the Prophet Says) unto us, for the most part his merciful Hands, sometime his heavy Hands, that we being learned thereby, may escape the danger that must needs fallen on the unjust, who led their days in felicity and pleasure, without the knowing of God's Will towards them,
Cast we off all malice and all evil will, for this Spirit will never enter into an evil willing Soul. Let us cast away all the whole lump of sin that standeth about us,
Cast we off all malice and all evil will, for this Spirit will never enter into an evil willing Soul. Let us cast away all the Whole lump of since that Stands about us,
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The Eye of Man is not able to behold, nor his Ear can hear, nor it can be compassed in the Heart of Man, what joy it is that God hath prepared for them that love him.
The Eye of Man is not able to behold, nor his Ear can hear, nor it can be compassed in the Heart of Man, what joy it is that God hath prepared for them that love him.
Let us all conclude then with one voice with the words of St. Paul, To him which is able to do abundantly beyond our desires and thoughts, according to the power working in us, be Glory and Praise in his Church by Christ Jesus for ever, World without end. Amen.
Let us all conclude then with one voice with the words of Saint Paul, To him which is able to do abundantly beyond our Desires and thoughts, according to the power working in us, be Glory and Praise in his Church by christ jesus for ever, World without end. Amen.
It is instituted of God, to the intent that Man and Woman should live lawfully in a perpetual Friendship, to bring forth Fruit, and to avoid Fornication;
It is instituted of God, to the intent that Man and Woman should live lawfully in a perpetual Friendship, to bring forth Fruit, and to avoid Fornication;
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Furthermore, It is also ordained that the Church of God and his Kingdom might by this kind of life be conserved and enlarged, not only in that God giveth Children by his Blessing,
Furthermore, It is also ordained that the Church of God and his Kingdom might by this kind of life be conserved and enlarged, not only in that God gives Children by his Blessing,
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that thus the knowledge of God and true Religion might be delivered by Succession from one to another, that finally many might enjoy that ev•rlasting Immortality.
that thus the knowledge of God and true Religion might be Delivered by Succession from one to Another, that finally many might enjoy that ev•rlasting Immortality.
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for that is surely the singular gift of God where the common example of the World declareth how the Devil hath their hearts bound and entangled in divers snares,
for that is surely the singular gift of God where the Common Exampl of the World Declareth how the devil hath their hearts bound and entangled in diverse snares,
Which sort of Men that live so desperately and filthy, what damnation tarrieth for them? St. Paul describeth it to them, saying, Neither Whoremongers, neither Adulterers shall inherit the Kingdom of God.
Which sort of Men that live so desperately and filthy, what damnation tarrieth for them? Saint Paul Describeth it to them, saying, Neither Whoremongers, neither Adulterers shall inherit the Kingdom of God.
For he will either labor to break this godly knot once begun betwixt you, or else at the least he will labor to incumber it with divers griefs and displeasures.
For he will either labour to break this godly knot once begun betwixt you, or Else At the least he will labour to encumber it with diverse griefs and displeasures.
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And because few do consider this thing, but more few do perform it, (I say, to pray diligently) we see how wonderfully the Devil deludeth and scorneth this State;
And Because few do Consider this thing, but more few do perform it, (I say, to pray diligently) we see how wonderfully the devil deludeth and scorneth this State;
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yea, they would not give place to the provocation of Wrath, which stirreth them either to such rough and sharp Words or Stripes, which is surely compassed by the Devil, whose temptation if it be followed, must needs begin and weave the Web of all Miseries and Sorrows.
yea, they would not give place to the provocation of Wrath, which stirs them either to such rough and sharp Words or Stripes, which is surely compassed by the devil, whose temptation if it be followed, must needs begin and weave the Web of all Misery's and Sorrows.
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For this is most certainly true, that of such beginnings must needs ensue the breach of true Concord in Heart, whereby all Love must needs shortly be banished.
For this is most Certainly true, that of such beginnings must needs ensue the breach of true Concord in Heart, whereby all Love must needs shortly be banished.
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how to make thy earnest Prayer to God, that he would govern both your Hearts by the Holy Spirit, to restrain the Devils power, whereby your Concord may remain perpetually.
how to make thy earnest Prayer to God, that he would govern both your Hearts by the Holy Spirit, to restrain the Devils power, whereby your Concord may remain perpetually.
But to this Prayer must be joyned a singular diligence, whereof St. Peter giveth this precept, saying, You Husbands, deal with your Wives according to knowledge, giving honor to the Wife as unto the weaker Vessel,
But to this Prayer must be joined a singular diligence, whereof Saint Peter gives this precept, saying, You Husbands, deal with your Wives according to knowledge, giving honour to the Wife as unto the Weaker Vessel,
This precept doth particularly pertain to the Husband, for he ought to be the Leader and Author of Love, in cherishing and increa ing Concord, which then shall take place if he will use Moderation and not Tyranny,
This precept does particularly pertain to the Husband, for he ought to be the Leader and Author of Love, in cherishing and increa ing Concord, which then shall take place if he will use Moderation and not Tyranny,
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for they say that it is a token of Womanish cowardness, and therefore they think that it is a Mans part to fume in anger, to fight with Fist and Staff.
for they say that it is a token of Womanish cowardness, and Therefore they think that it is a men part to fume in anger, to fight with Fist and Staff.
But he which will do all things with extremity and severity, and doth use always rigor in Words and Stripes, what will that avail in the conclusion? Verily nothing,
But he which will do all things with extremity and severity, and does use always rigor in Words and Stripes, what will that avail in the conclusion? Verily nothing,
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he banisheth away Concord, Charity and sweet Amity, and bringeth in Dissention, Hatred and Irksomness, the greatest griefs that can be in the mutual love and fellowship of Mans Life.
he banisheth away Concord, Charity and sweet Amity, and brings in Dissension, Hatred and Irksomeness, the greatest griefs that can be in the mutual love and fellowship of men Life.
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For the Lords Prayer hath not only a respect to particular Persons, but to the whole Universal, in the which we openly pronounce that we will forgive them which have offended against us,
For the lords Prayer hath not only a respect to particular Persons, but to the Whole Universal, in the which we openly pronounce that we will forgive them which have offended against us,
which thing, how can it be done rightly when their hearts be at dissention? how can they pray each for other when they be at hate betwixt themselves? Now,
which thing, how can it be done rightly when their hearts be At dissension? how can they pray each for other when they be At hate betwixt themselves? Now,
Thus all discommodities, as well Worldly as Ghostly, follow this froward testiness and cumbrous fierceness, in manners which be more meet for brute Beasts, than for reasonable Creatures.
Thus all Discomforts, as well Worldly as Ghostly, follow this froward testiness and cumbrous fierceness, in manners which be more meet for brutus Beasts, than for reasonable Creatures.
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but on the contrary part, When the Wives be stubborn, froward and malepart, their Husbands are compelled thereby to abhor and flee from their own Houses,
but on the contrary part, When the Wives be stubborn, froward and malepart, their Husbands Are compelled thereby to abhor and flee from their own Houses,
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but in putting their whole hope in God, and in obeying their Husbands, as Sarah obeyed Abraham, calling him Lord, Whose Daughters ye be (saith he) if ye follow her Example.
but in putting their Whole hope in God, and in obeying their Husbands, as Sarah obeyed Abraham, calling him Lord, Whose Daughters you be (Says he) if you follow her Exampl.
Truth it is, that they must specially feel the grief and pains of their Matrimony, in that they relinquish the Liberty of their own Rule, in the pain of their Travelling, in the bringing up of their Children.
Truth it is, that they must specially feel the grief and pains of their Matrimony, in that they relinquish the Liberty of their own Rule, in the pain of their Traveling, in the bringing up of their Children.
This let the Wife have ever in mind, the rather admonished thereto by the Apparel of her Head, whereby is signified that she is under covert or obedience of her Husband.
This let the Wife have ever in mind, the rather admonished thereto by the Apparel of her Head, whereby is signified that she is under covert or Obedience of her Husband.
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but if thou lovest him only because he is courteous, what reward will God give thee therefore? Yet I speak not these things that I would wish the Husbands to be sharp towards their Wives;
but if thou Lovest him only Because he is courteous, what reward will God give thee Therefore? Yet I speak not these things that I would wish the Husbands to be sharp towards their Wives;
nor did say, as then might have been said, My Husband, whither goest thou so unadvisedly? Why runnest thou thus on head? Why dost thou offer thy self to so great Perils,
nor did say, as then might have been said, My Husband, whither goest thou so unadvisedly? Why runnest thou thus on head? Why dost thou offer thy self to so great Perils,
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and that Abraham himself was somewhat provoked against her, which must needs be an intolerable matter and a painful, to a free-hearted Woman and a chast.
and that Abraham himself was somewhat provoked against her, which must needs be an intolerable matter and a painful, to a freehearted Woman and a chaste.
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And whereas we be commanded to forsake our Father and Mother, for our Wives sake, and yet thereby do work them none injury, but do fulfil the Law of God;
And whereas we be commanded to forsake our Father and Mother, for our Wives sake, and yet thereby do work them none injury, but do fulfil the Law of God;
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for whose sake God hath commanded thee to leave Parents? Yea, who can suffer such despite? Who can worthily express the inconveniency, that is, to see what weepings and wailings be made in the open Streets,
for whose sake God hath commanded thee to leave Parents? Yea, who can suffer such despite? Who can worthily express the inconveniency, that is, to see what weepings and wailings be made in the open Streets,
when Neighbors run together to the House of so unruly an Husband, as to a Bedlam-man, who goeth about to overturn all that he hath at home? Who would not think that it were better for such a Man to wish the Ground to open,
when Neighbours run together to the House of so unruly an Husband, as to a Bedlam-man, who Goes about to overturn all that he hath At home? Who would not think that it were better for such a Man to wish the Ground to open,
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But consider thou again, that the Woman is a frail Vessel, and thou art therefore made the Ruler and Head o•er her, to bear the weakness of her in this her subjection.
But Consider thou again, that the Woman is a frail Vessel, and thou art Therefore made the Ruler and Head o•er her, to bear the weakness of her in this her subjection.
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For even as the King appeareth so much the more Noble, the more Excellent and Noble he maketh his Officers and Lieutenants, whom if he should dishonor,
For even as the King appears so much the more Noble, the more Excellent and Noble he makes his Officers and Lieutenants, whom if he should dishonour,
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Even so, if thou dost despise her that is set in the next room beside thee, thou dost much derogate and decay the Excellency and Vertue of thine own Authority.
Even so, if thou dost despise her that is Set in the next room beside thee, thou dost much derogate and decay the Excellency and Virtue of thine own authority.
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if thou wouldst diligently apply thy self to weed out by little and little the noysom Weeds of uncomely Manners out of her mind, with wholsome precepts, it could not be,
if thou Wouldst diligently apply thy self to weed out by little and little the noisome Weeds of uncomely Manners out of her mind, with wholesome Precepts, it could not be,
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For though thou shouldst be grieved with never so many things, yet shalt thou find nothing more grievous than to want the benevolence of thy Wife at home.
For though thou Shouldst be grieved with never so many things, yet shalt thou find nothing more grievous than to want the benevolence of thy Wife At home.
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But if thou shouldst beat her, thou shalt increase her evil affections, for frowardness and sharpness is not amended with frowardness, but with softness and gentleness.
But if thou Shouldst beatrice her, thou shalt increase her evil affections, for frowardness and sharpness is not amended with frowardness, but with softness and gentleness.
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for where thou mightest beat her, and yet, for the respect of the fear of God, thou wilt abstain and bear patiently her great offences, the rather in respect of that Law which forbiddeth that a Man should cast out his Wife, what fault soever she be cumbred with, thou shalt have a very great reward;
for where thou Mightest beatrice her, and yet, for the respect of the Fear of God, thou wilt abstain and bear patiently her great offences, the rather in respect of that Law which forbiddeth that a Man should cast out his Wife, what fault soever she be cumbered with, thou shalt have a very great reward;
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Wherefore, seeing many Men be far be hind the wisdom of this Man, my Counsel is, that first & before all things, a Man do his best endeavor to get him a good Wife, endued with all Honesty and Vertue:
Wherefore, seeing many Men be Far be hind the Wisdom of this Man, my Counsel is, that First & before all things, a Man do his best endeavour to get him a good Wife, endued with all Honesty and Virtue:
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Ye have escaped the snares of the Devil, and the unlawful lusts of the Flesh, ye have the quietness of Conscience by this instruction of Matrimony ordained by God;
You have escaped the snares of the devil, and the unlawful Lustiest of the Flesh, you have the quietness of Conscience by this instruction of Matrimony ordained by God;
and Pray ye instantly, that Almighty God may luckily defend and maintain ye therein, that neither ye be overcome with any Temptations, nor with any Adversity.
and Pray you instantly, that Almighty God may luckily defend and maintain you therein, that neither you be overcome with any Temptations, nor with any Adversity.
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for there is no stronger defence and stay in all our life, than is Prayer, in the which we may call for the help of God and obtain it, whereby we may win his Blessing, his Grace, his Defence and Protection,
for there is no Stronger defence and stay in all our life, than is Prayer, in the which we may call for the help of God and obtain it, whereby we may win his Blessing, his Grace, his Defence and Protection,
It is necessary to be declared unto you, that by the Ordinance of God, which he hath set in the Nature of Man, every one ought, in his Lawful Vocation and Calling, to give himself to Labor;
It is necessary to be declared unto you, that by the Ordinance of God, which he hath Set in the Nature of Man, every one ought, in his Lawful Vocation and Calling, to give himself to Labour;
and that Idleness, being Repugnant to the same Ordinance, is a grievous sin, and also, for the great inconveniences and mischiefs which spring thereof, an intolerable Evil:
and that Idleness, being Repugnant to the same Ordinance, is a grievous since, and also, for the great inconveniences and mischiefs which spring thereof, an intolerable Evil:
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and on the other part earnestly apply your selves, every Man in his Vocation, to honest Labor and Business, which as it is enjoyned unto Man by Gods appointment;
and on the other part earnestly apply your selves, every Man in his Vocation, to honest Labour and Business, which as it is enjoined unto Man by God's appointment;
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but when he had transgressed Gods Commandment, Eating the Fruit of the Tree which was forbidden him, Almighty God fort with did cast him out of Paradise into this woful Vail of Misery, enjoyning him to Labor the Ground that he was taken out of,
but when he had transgressed God's Commandment, Eating the Fruit of the Tree which was forbidden him, Almighty God fort with did cast him out of Paradise into this woeful vail of Misery, enjoining him to Labour the Ground that he was taken out of,
It is the appoinment and will of God, that every Man, during the time of this Mortal and Transitory life, should give himself to such Honest and Godly Exercise and Labor,
It is the appointment and will of God, that every Man, during the time of this Mortal and Transitory life, should give himself to such Honest and Godly Exercise and Labour,
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St. Paul hearing that among the Thessalonians there were certain that lived dissolutely and out of order, that is to say, which did not work, but were busie-bodies;
Saint Paul hearing that among the Thessalonians there were certain that lived dissolutely and out of order, that is to say, which did not work, but were busybodies;
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not getting their own living with their own Travel, but eating other Mens Bread of free-cost, did command the said Thessalonians, not only to withdraw themselves,
not getting their own living with their own Travel, but eating other Men's Bred of free-cost, did command the said Thessalonians, not only to withdraw themselves,
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and abstain from the familiar company of such inordinate persons, but also that if there were any such among them that would not Labor, the same should not Eat,
and abstain from the familiar company of such inordinate Persons, but also that if there were any such among them that would not Labour, the same should not Eat,
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So every one (except by reason of Age, debility of Body, or want of Health, he be unapt to Labor at all) ought both for the getting of his own living honestly,
So every one (except by reason of Age, debility of Body, or want of Health, he be unapt to Labour At all) ought both for the getting of his own living honestly,
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Bodily Labor is not required of them which by reason of their Vocation and Office are Occupied in the Labor of the Mind, to the succour and help of others.
Bodily Labour is not required of them which by reason of their Vocation and Office Are Occupied in the Labour of the Mind, to the succour and help of Others.
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The horrible and strange kind of Destruction of that City, and all the Country about the same, (which was Fire and Brimstone raining from Heaven) most manifestly declareth, what a grievous Sin Idleness is,
The horrible and strange kind of Destruction of that city, and all the Country about the same, (which was Fire and Brimstone raining from Heaven) most manifestly Declareth, what a grievous since Idleness is,
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then do we break the Lords Commandment, we go astray from our Vocation, and incur the danger of Gods wrath and heavy displeasure, to our endless destruction,
then do we break the lords Commandment, we go astray from our Vocation, and incur the danger of God's wrath and heavy displeasure, to our endless destruction,
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But these and such like incommodities, albeit they be great and noisom, yet because they concern chiefly the Body and external Good, they are not to be compared with the mischiefs and inconveniences, which through Idleness happen to the Soul, whereof we will recite some.
But these and such like incommodities, albeit they be great and noisome, yet Because they concern chiefly the Body and external Good, they Are not to be compared with the mischiefs and inconveniences, which through Idleness happen to the Soul, whereof we will recite Some.
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Idleness is never alone, but hath always a long Tail of other Vices hanging on, which corrupt and infect the whole Man after such a sort, that he is made at length, nothing else but a lump of Sin. Idleness (saith Jesus Sirach) bringeth much Evil and Mischief.
Idleness is never alone, but hath always a long Tail of other Vices hanging on, which corrupt and infect the Whole Man After such a sort, that he is made At length, nothing Else but a lump of Sin. Idleness (Says jesus Sirach) brings much Evil and Mischief.
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and to plant all kind of Wickedness and Sin, to the everlasting Destruction of Mans Soul. Which thing to be most true, we are taught plainly in the 13. of Matthew, where it is said, that the Enemy came while Men were asleep,
and to plant all kind of Wickedness and since, to the everlasting Destruction of men Soul. Which thing to be most true, we Are taught plainly in the 13. of Matthew, where it is said, that the Enemy Come while Men were asleep,
The one in King David, who tarrying at home Idly (as the Scripture saith) at such times as other Kings go forth to Battle, was quickly seduced of Satan to forsake the Lord his God, and to commit two grievous and abominable sins in his sight, Adultery and Murder.
The one in King David, who tarrying At home Idly (as the Scripture Says) At such times as other Kings go forth to Battle, was quickly seduced of Satan to forsake the Lord his God, and to commit two grievous and abominable Sins in his sighed, Adultery and Murder.
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and the other of Strength, and such Men as never could by Vexation, Labor, or Trouble, be overcome, were overthrown and fell into grievous Sins by giving themselves for a short time to Ease and Idleness,
and the other of Strength, and such Men as never could by Vexation, Labour, or Trouble, be overcome, were overthrown and fell into grievous Sins by giving themselves for a short time to Ease and Idleness,
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What Sin? What Mischief? What Inconvenience and Plagues is not to be feared of them, which all their life long give themselves wholly to Idleness and Ease? Let us not deceive our selves, thinking little hurt to come of doing nothing;
What since? What Mischief? What Inconvenience and Plagues is not to be feared of them, which all their life long give themselves wholly to Idleness and Ease? Let us not deceive our selves, thinking little hurt to come of doing nothing;
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for it is a true saying, When one doth nothing, he learneth to do Evil. Let us therefore always be doing of some honest Work, that the Devil may find us Occupied.
for it is a true saying, When one does nothing, he learneth to do Evil. Let us Therefore always be doing of Some honest Work, that the devil may find us Occupied.
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He himself is ever Occupied, never Idle, but walketh continually seeking to devour us. Let us resist him with our diligent Watching, in Labor, and in Well-doing.
He himself is ever Occupied, never Idle, but walks continually seeking to devour us. Let us resist him with our diligent Watching, in Labour, and in Welldoing.
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and want of things necessary, we see how easily such a Man is induced for his gain, to Lie, to Practice how he may deceive his Neighbor, to forswear himself, to bear false Witness,
and want of things necessary, we see how Easily such a Man is induced for his gain, to Lie, to Practice how he may deceive his Neighbour, to forswear himself, to bear false Witness,
loss of Name, Fame, Reputation, and Life, here in this World, and without the great Mercy of God, the purchasing of Everlasting Destruction in the World to come.
loss of Name, Fame, Reputation, and Life, Here in this World, and without the great Mercy of God, the purchasing of Everlasting Destruction in the World to come.
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Have not all Men then good cause to beware and take heed of Idleness, seeing they that embrace and follow it, have commonly of their pleasant Idleness, sharp and soure displeasures? Doubtless good and godly Men, weighing the great and manifold harms that come by Idleness to a Common-weal, have from time to time provided with all deligence, that sharp and severe Laws might be made for the Correction and Amendment of this Evil. The Egyptians had a Law, that every Man should Weekly bring his Name to the chief Rulers of the Province,
Have not all Men then good cause to beware and take heed of Idleness, seeing they that embrace and follow it, have commonly of their pleasant Idleness, sharp and sour displeasures? Doubtless good and godly Men, weighing the great and manifold harms that come by Idleness to a Commonweal, have from time to time provided with all deligence, that sharp and severe Laws might be made for the Correction and Amendment of this Evil. The egyptians had a Law, that every Man should Weekly bring his Name to the chief Rulers of the Province,
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The Athenians did chastise Sluggish and Sloathful People, no less than they did Hainous and Grievous Offenders, considering (as the truth is) that Idleness causeth much mischief.
The Athenians did chastise Sluggish and Slothful People, no less than they did Heinous and Grievous Offenders, considering (as the truth is) that Idleness Causes much mischief.
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And in this Realm of England, good and godly Laws have been divers times made, that no Idle Vagabonds and Loytering Runnagates, should be suffered to go from Town to Town, from Place to Place, without Punishment, which neither serve God nor their Prince,
And in this Realm of England, good and godly Laws have been diverse times made, that no Idle Vagabonds and Loitering Runagates, should be suffered to go from Town to Town, from Place to Place, without Punishment, which neither serve God nor their Prince,
and Murderers, refusing all honest Labor, and give themselves to nothing else but to invent and do mischief, whereof they are more desirous and greedy than is any Lion of his prey.
and Murderers, refusing all honest Labour, and give themselves to nothing Else but to invent and do mischief, whereof they Are more desirous and greedy than is any lion of his prey.
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so bring them up either in good Learning, Labor, or some honest Occupation or Trade, whereby they may be able in time to come, not only to sustain themselves competently,
so bring them up either in good Learning, Labour, or Some honest Occupation or Trade, whereby they may be able in time to come, not only to sustain themselves competently,
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or used unlawful ways to get his living, leave off the same, and Labor rather, working with his Hands that thing which is good, that he may have that which is necessary for himself,
or used unlawful ways to get his living, leave off the same, and Labour rather, working with his Hands that thing which is good, that he may have that which is necessary for himself,
And to conclude, the Laboring Man and his Family, whiles they are busily Occupied in their Labor, be free from many Temptations and occasions of Sin, which they that live in Idleness are subject unto.
And to conclude, the Labouring Man and his Family, while they Are busily Occupied in their Labour, be free from many Temptations and occasions of since, which they that live in Idleness Are Subject unto.
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and their Duty to their Neighbor, lest they abuse their time in Idleness, so defrauding them which be at Charge both with great Wages, and dear Commons.
and their Duty to their Neighbour, lest they abuse their time in Idleness, so defrauding them which be At Charge both with great Wages, and dear Commons.
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Whereupon he that will have a good Conscience to God, that Laboring Man, I say, which dependeth wholly upon Gods benediction, ministring all things sufficient for his living, let him use his time in a faithful Labor,
Whereupon he that will have a good Conscience to God, that Labouring Man, I say, which dependeth wholly upon God's benediction, ministering all things sufficient for his living, let him use his time in a faithful Labour,
and when his Labor by Sickness or other misfortune doth cease, yet let him think for that in his health he served God and his Neighbor truly, he shall not want in time of necessity.
and when his Labour by Sickness or other misfortune does cease, yet let him think for that in his health he served God and his Neighbour truly, he shall not want in time of necessity.
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Let the Laboring Man therefore eschew for his part this vice of Idleness and Deceit, remembring that St Paul exhorteth every Man to lay away all Deceit, Dissimulation,
Let the Labouring Man Therefore eschew for his part this vice of Idleness and Deceit, remembering that Saint Paul exhorteth every Man to lay away all Deceit, Dissimulation,
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And here might be charged the Servingmen of this Realm, who spend their time in much Idleness of life, nothing regarding the opportunity of their time, forgetting how Service is no Heritage,
And Here might be charged the Servingmen of this Realm, who spend their time in much Idleness of life, nothing regarding the opportunity of their time, forgetting how Service is no Heritage,
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How merry and glad soever thou be in thy Youth, O young Man (saith the Preacher) how glad soever thy Heart be in thy young days, how fast and freely soever thou follow the ways of thine own Heart,
How merry and glad soever thou be in thy Youth, Oh young Man (Says the Preacher) how glad soever thy Heart be in thy young days, how fast and freely soever thou follow the ways of thine own Heart,
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or have Families under their Governance, to Labor to redress this great enormity, of all such as live Idly and unprofitably in the Common-weal, to the great dishonor of God,
or have Families under their Governance, to Labour to redress this great enormity, of all such as live Idly and unprofitably in the Commonweal, to the great dishonour of God,
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let them not maintain Vagabonds and Idle persons, but deliver the Realm and their Housholds from such noysom Loyterers, that Idleness the Mother of all Mischief, being clean taken away, Almighty God may turn his dreaful Anger away from us,
let them not maintain Vagabonds and Idle Persons, but deliver the Realm and their Households from such noisome Loiterers, that Idleness the Mother of all Mischief, being clean taken away, Almighty God may turn his dreaful Anger away from us,
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for we do Daily and Hourly by our wickedness and stubborn Disobedience, horribly fall away from God, thereby purchasing unto our selves (if he should deal with us according to his Justice) Eternal Damnation.
for we do Daily and Hourly by our wickedness and stubborn Disobedience, horribly fallen away from God, thereby purchasing unto our selves (if he should deal with us according to his justice) Eternal Damnation.
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And verily the true Preachers of the Gospel of the Kingdom of Heaven, and of the glad and joyful tidings of Salvation, have always in their Godly Sermons and Preachings unto the People, joyned these two together, I mean Repentance and Forgiveness of Sins,
And verily the true Preachers of the Gospel of the Kingdom of Heaven, and of the glad and joyful tidings of Salvation, have always in their Godly Sermons and Preachings unto the People, joined these two together, I mean Repentance and Forgiveness of Sins,
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And therefore the holy Apostle doth in the Acts speak after this manner, I have witnessed both to the Jews and to the Gentiles, the Repentance towards God,
And Therefore the holy Apostle does in the Acts speak After this manner, I have witnessed both to the jews and to the Gentiles, the Repentance towards God,
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Did not John Baptist, Zacharias Son, begin his Ministry with the Doctrin of Repentance, saying, Repent, for the Kingdom of God is at hand? The like Doctrin did our Saviour Jesus Christ preach himself,
Did not John Baptist, Zacharias Son, begin his Ministry with the Doctrine of Repentance, saying, repent, for the Kingdom of God is At hand? The like Doctrine did our Saviour jesus christ preach himself,
and his anger asswaged, that the fierceness of his fury and the plagues of destruction, which by his righteous Judgment he had determined to bring upon us, may depart, be removed and taken away.
and his anger assuaged, that the fierceness of his fury and the plagues of destruction, which by his righteous Judgement he had determined to bring upon us, may depart, be removed and taken away.
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For although ye do by your sins deserve to be utterly destroyed, and God by his righteous Judgments hath determined to bring no small destruction upon you;
For although you do by your Sins deserve to be utterly destroyed, and God by his righteous Judgments hath determined to bring no small destruction upon you;
For sith that God in the Scriptures will be called our Father, doubtless he doth follow the nature and property of gentle and merciful Fathers, which seek nothing so much as the returning again,
For sith that God in the Scriptures will be called our Father, doubtless he does follow the nature and property of gentle and merciful Father's, which seek nothing so much as the returning again,
and amendment of their Children, as Christ doth abundantly teach in the Parable of the Prodigal Son. Doth not the Lord himself say by the Prophet, I will not the death of the wicked,
and amendment of their Children, as christ does abundantly teach in the Parable of the Prodigal Son. Does not the Lord himself say by the Prophet, I will not the death of the wicked,
neither let the remembrance of thy former life discourage thee, yea, the more wicked that it hath been, the more fervent and earnest let thy Repentance or returning be,
neither let the remembrance of thy former life discourage thee, yea, the more wicked that it hath been, the more fervent and earnest let thy Repentance or returning be,
and forthwith thou shalt feel the ears of the Lord wide open unto thy Prayers: But let us more narrowly look upon the Commandment of the Lord touching this matter.
and forthwith thou shalt feel the ears of the Lord wide open unto thy Prayers: But let us more narrowly look upon the Commandment of the Lord touching this matter.
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Rent your Hearts and not your Garments, &c. In which words, he comprehendeth all manner of things that can be spoken of Repentance, which is a returning again of the whole Man unto God, from whom we be fallen away by sin.
Rend your Hearts and not your Garments, etc. In which words, he comprehendeth all manner of things that can be spoken of Repentance, which is a returning again of the Whole Man unto God, from whom we be fallen away by since.
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First, From whence or from what things we must return? Truly we must return from those things whereby we have been withdrawn, pluckt, and led away from God.
First, From whence or from what things we must return? Truly we must return from those things whereby we have been withdrawn, plucked, and led away from God.
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But under the name of sin, not only those gross words and deeds, which by the common judgment of Men are counted to be filthy and unlawful, and so consequently abominable sins;
But under the name of since, not only those gross words and Deeds, which by the Common judgement of Men Are counted to be filthy and unlawful, and so consequently abominable Sins;
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but also the filthy Lusts and inward Concupiscences of the Flesh, which (as St. Paul testifieth) do resist the Will and Spirit of God, and therefore ought earnestly to be bridled and kept under.
but also the filthy Lustiest and inward Concupiscences of the Flesh, which (as Saint Paul Testifieth) do resist the Will and Spirit of God, and Therefore ought earnestly to be bridled and kept under.
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The same is Jesus Christ, who being true and natural God, equal, and of one substance with the Father, did at the time appointed take upon him our frail Nature in the blessed Virgins Womb,
The same is jesus christ, who being true and natural God, equal, and of one substance with the Father, did At the time appointed take upon him our frail Nature in the blessed Virgins Womb,
The Apostles do testifie that he was exalted for to give repentance and remission of sins unto Israel; both which things he himself did command to be preached in his name.
The Apostles do testify that he was exalted for to give Repentance and remission of Sins unto Israel; both which things he himself did command to be preached in his name.
Therefore they are greatly deceived that preach Repentance without Christ, and teach the simple and ignorant that it consisteth only in the Works of Men.
Therefore they Are greatly deceived that preach Repentance without christ, and teach the simple and ignorant that it Consisteth only in the Works of Men.
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Fourthly, This holy Prophet Joel doth lively express the manner of this our Returning or Repentance, comprehending all the inward and outward things that may be here observed.
Fourthly, This holy Prophet Joel does lively express the manner of this our Returning or Repentance, comprehending all the inward and outward things that may be Here observed.
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Secondly, He requireth a sincere and pure love of godliness, and of the true worshipping and service of God, that is to say, that forsaking all manner of things that are repugnant and contrary unto Gods Will;
Secondly, He requires a sincere and pure love of godliness, and of the true worshipping and service of God, that is to say, that forsaking all manner of things that Are repugnant and contrary unto God's Will;
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we do give our hearts unto him, and the whole strength of our Bodies and Souls, according to that which is written in the Law, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, with all thy Soul, and with all thy Strength.
we do give our hearts unto him, and the Whole strength of our Bodies and Souls, according to that which is written in the Law, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, with all thy Soul, and with all thy Strength.
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And because that we are letted by the natural corruption of our own Flesh, and the wicked affections of the same, he doth bid us also to return with Fasting;
And Because that we Are letted by the natural corruption of our own Flesh, and the wicked affections of the same, he does bid us also to return with Fasting;
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not thereby understanding a superstitious Abstinence and choosing of Meats, but a true Discipline or taming of the Flesh, whereby the nourishments of filthy Lusts,
not thereby understanding a superstitious Abstinence and choosing of Meats, but a true Discipline or taming of the Flesh, whereby the nourishments of filthy Lustiest,
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Whereunto he doth add weeping and mourning, which do contain an outward profession of Repentance, which is very needful and necessary, that so we may partly set forth the righteousness of God,
Whereunto he does add weeping and mourning, which do contain an outward profession of Repentance, which is very needful and necessary, that so we may partly Set forth the righteousness of God,
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Thus did David see, who being not content to have bewept and bewailed his sins privately, would publickly in his Psalms declare and set forth the rigteousness of God in punishing sin,
Thus did David see, who being not content to have bewept and bewailed his Sins privately, would publicly in his Psalms declare and Set forth the righteousness of God in punishing since,
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and also stay them that might have abused his Example to sin the more boldly. Therefore they are farthest from true Repentance, that will not confess and acknowledge their sins,
and also stay them that might have abused his Exampl to sin the more boldly. Therefore they Are farthest from true Repentance, that will not confess and acknowledge their Sins,
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Now lest any Man should think that Repentance doth consist in outward weeping and mourning only, he doth rehearse that wherein the chief of the whole matter doth lie,
Now lest any Man should think that Repentance does consist in outward weeping and mourning only, he does rehearse that wherein the chief of the Whole matter does lie,
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He teacheth then, that another manner of thing is required, that is, That they must be contrite in their Hearts, that they must utterly detest and abhor Sins;
He Teaches then, that Another manner of thing is required, that is, That they must be contrite in their Hearts, that they must utterly detest and abhor Sins;
Even so most especially in this matter, must we take heed and beware that we suffer not our selves to be persuaded, that all that we do is but labor lost;
Even so most especially in this matter, must we take heed and beware that we suffer not our selves to be persuaded, that all that we do is but labour lost;
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Lest any such thing then should happen unto them, he doth certifie them of the grace and goodness of God, who is always most ready to receive them into favor again that turn speedily unto him.
Lest any such thing then should happen unto them, he does certify them of the grace and Goodness of God, who is always most ready to receive them into favour again that turn speedily unto him.
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Which thing he doth prove with the same Titles, wherewith God doth describe and set forth himself unto Moses, speaking on this manner, For he is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, of great kindness,
Which thing he does prove with the same Titles, wherewith God does describe and Set forth himself unto Moses, speaking on this manner, For he is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, of great kindness,
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Whereupon we do not without a just cause detest and abhor the damnable Opinion of them which do most wickedly go about to persuade the simple and ignorant People, That if we chance after we be once come to God,
Whereupon we do not without a just cause detest and abhor the damnable Opinion of them which doe most wickedly go about to persuade the simple and ignorant People, That if we chance After we be once come to God,
there is an assured and infallible hope of pardon and remission of the same, and that we shall be received again into the favor of our Heavenly Father.
there is an assured and infallible hope of pardon and remission of the same, and that we shall be received again into the favour of our Heavenly Father.
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And that they may give the better colour unto their pestilent and pernicious Error, they do commonly bring in the sixth and tenth Chapters of the Epistle to the Hebrews, and the second Chapter of the second Epistle of Peter, not considering that in those places the holy Apostles do not speak of the daily falls that we (as long as we carry about this body of sin) are subject unto;
And that they may give the better colour unto their pestilent and pernicious Error, they do commonly bring in the sixth and tenth Chapters of the Epistle to the Hebrews, and the second Chapter of the second Epistle of Peter, not considering that in those places the holy Apostles do not speak of the daily falls that we (as long as we carry about this body of since) Are Subject unto;
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because that they do utterly forsake the known Truth, do hate Christ and his Word, they do crucifie and mock him, (but to their utter destruction,) and therefore fall into desparation, and cannot repent.
Because that they do utterly forsake the known Truth, do hate christ and his Word, they do crucify and mock him, (but to their utter destruction,) and Therefore fallen into Desperation, and cannot Repent.
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And that this is the true meaning of the holy Spirit of God, it appeareth by many other places of the Scriptures, which promise unto all true repentant sinners,
And that this is the true meaning of the holy Spirit of God, it appears by many other places of the Scriptures, which promise unto all true repentant Sinners,
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For the probation hereof, we read this, O Israel (saith the holy Prophet Jeremy,) if thou return, return unto me, saith the Lord, and if thou put away thine abominations out of my sight,
For the probation hereof, we read this, Oh Israel (Says the holy Prophet Jeremiah,) if thou return, return unto me, Says the Lord, and if thou put away thine abominations out of my sighed,
This is a great commendation of David. It is also most certain, that he did stedfastly believe the promise that was made him touching the Messias, who should come of him touching the Flesh,
This is a great commendation of David. It is also most certain, that he did steadfastly believe the promise that was made him touching the Messias, who should come of him touching the Flesh,
and yet afterwards he fell horribly, committing most detestable Adultery and damnable Murder, and yet as soon as he cried Peccavi, I have sinned unto the Lord, his sin being forgiven, he was received into favor again.
and yet afterwards he fell horribly, committing most detestable Adultery and damnable Murder, and yet as soon as he cried Peccavi, I have sinned unto the Lord, his since being forgiven, he was received into favour again.
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and in the Name of his Fellow Apostles make unto our Saviour Jesus Christ, when he said unto them, Will ye also go away? Master (saith he,) to whom shall we go? Thou hast the words of eternal life,
and in the Name of his Fellow Apostles make unto our Saviour jesus christ, when he said unto them, Will you also go away? Master (Says he,) to whom shall we go? Thou hast the words of Eternal life,
Whereunto may be added the like Confession of Peter, where Christ doth give us most infallible testimony, Thou art blessed Simon the Son of Jonas, for neither Flesh nor Blood hath revealed this unto thee,
Whereunto may be added the like Confessi of Peter, where christ does give us most infallible testimony, Thou art blessed Simon the Son of Jonah, for neither Flesh nor Blood hath revealed this unto thee,
These words are sufficient to prove that Peter was already justifyed, through this lively Faith in the only begotten Son of God, whereof he made so notable and so solemn a confession.
These words Are sufficient to prove that Peter was already justified, through this lively Faith in the only begotten Son of God, whereof he made so notable and so solemn a Confessi.
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and with a sobing heart he did acknowledge his offence, and with an earnest repentance did flee unto the mercy of God, taking sure hold thereupon through Faith in him, whom he had so shamefully denied, his sin was forgiven him;
and with a sobing heart he did acknowledge his offence, and with an earnest Repentance did flee unto the mercy of God, taking sure hold thereupon through Faith in him, whom he had so shamefully denied, his since was forgiven him;
After the same Holy Apostle had on Whitsunday, with the rest of the Disciples, received the gift of the Holy Ghost most abundantly, he committed no small offence in Antiochia, by bringing the Consciences of the Faithful into doubt by his Example, so that Paul was fain to rebuke him to his Face,
After the same Holy Apostle had on Whitsunday, with the rest of the Disciples, received the gift of the Holy Ghost most abundantly, he committed no small offence in Antiochia, by bringing the Consciences of the Faithful into doubt by his Exampl, so that Paul was fain to rebuke him to his Face,
but to the end that if through the frailness of our own Flesh and the temptation of the Devil, we fall into like sins, we should in no wise despair of the mercy and goodness of God:
but to the end that if through the frailness of our own Flesh and the temptation of the devil, we fallen into like Sins, we should in no wise despair of the mercy and Goodness of God:
And therefore that holy Writer and ancient Father Ambrose doth plainly affirm, That the turning of the heart unto God, is of God, as the Lord himself doth testifie by his Prophet, saying, And I will give thee an heart to know me, that I am the Lord,
And Therefore that holy Writer and ancient Father Ambrose does plainly affirm, That the turning of the heart unto God, is of God, as the Lord himself does testify by his Prophet, saying, And I will give thee an heart to know me, that I am the Lord,
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These things being considered, let us earnestly pray unto the living God our Heavenly Father, that he will vouchsafe by his holy Spirit to work a true and unfeigned Repentance in us, that after the painful labors and travels of this Life, we may live eternally with his Son Jesus Christ;
These things being considered, let us earnestly pray unto the living God our Heavenly Father, that he will vouchsafe by his holy Spirit to work a true and unfeigned Repentance in us, that After the painful labors and travels of this Life, we may live eternally with his Son jesus christ;
and how earnestly it is throughout all the Scriptures of God, urged and set forth, both by the ancient Prophets, by our Saviour Jesus Christ and his Apostles:
and how earnestly it is throughout all the Scriptures of God, urged and Set forth, both by the ancient prophets, by our Saviour jesus christ and his Apostles:
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these four Points ought to be observed, that is, From whence, or from what things we must return? Unto whom this our returning must be made? By whose means it ought to be done that it may be effectual? And last of all,
these four Points ought to be observed, that is, From whence, or from what things we must return? Unto whom this our returning must be made? By whose means it ought to be done that it may be effectual? And last of all,
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and attain unto the thing that we do seek by it? Ye have also learned that as the Opinion of them that deny the benefit of Repentance unto those, that after they be come to God and grafted in our Saviour Jesus Christ, do through the frailness of their Flesh,
and attain unto the thing that we do seek by it? You have also learned that as the Opinion of them that deny the benefit of Repentance unto those, that After they be come to God and grafted in our Saviour jesus christ, do through the frailness of their Flesh,
Repentance (as it is said before,) is a true rtturning unto God, whereby Men forsaking utterly their Idolatry and wickedness, do with a lively Faith embrace, love,
Repentance (as it is said before,) is a true rtturning unto God, whereby Men forsaking utterly their Idolatry and wickedness, do with a lively Faith embrace, love,
Now there be four parts of Repentance, which being set together, may be likened to an easie and short Ladder, whereby we may climb from the bottomless Pit of perdition, that we cast our selves into by our daily offences and grievous sins, up into the Castle or Tower of eternal and endless Salvation.
Now there be four parts of Repentance, which being Set together, may be likened to an easy and short Ladder, whereby we may climb from the bottomless Pit of perdition, that we cast our selves into by our daily offences and grievous Sins, up into the Castle or Tower of Eternal and endless Salvation.
for we must be earnestly sorry for our sins, and unfeignedly lament and bewail that we have by them so grievously offended our most bounteous and merciful God, who so tenderly loved us, that he gave his only begotten Son to die a most bitter death,
for we must be earnestly sorry for our Sins, and unfeignedly lament and bewail that we have by them so grievously offended our most bounteous and merciful God, who so tenderly loved us, that he gave his only begotten Son to die a most bitter death,
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if it be earnest and unfeigned, is a Sacrifice to God, as the holy Prophet David doth testifie, saying, A Sacrifice to God is a troubled Spirit, a contrite and broken Heart, O Lord, thou wilt not despise.
if it be earnest and unfeigned, is a Sacrifice to God, as the holy Prophet David does testify, saying, A Sacrifice to God is a troubled Spirit, a contrite and broken Heart, Oh Lord, thou wilt not despise.
But that this may take place in us, we must be diligent to read and hear the Scriptures and the Word of God, which most lively do paint out before our eyes our natural uncleanness,
But that this may take place in us, we must be diligent to read and hear the Scriptures and the Word of God, which most lively do paint out before our eyes our natural uncleanness,
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For unless we have a thorow feeling of our sins, how can it be that we should earnestly be sorry for them? Before David did hear the Word of the Lord by the mouth of the Prophet Nathan, what heaviness I pray you was in him for the Adultery and the Murder that he had committed? So that it might be said right well, that he slept in his own sin.
For unless we have a thorough feeling of our Sins, how can it be that we should earnestly be sorry for them? Before David did hear the Word of the Lord by the Mouth of the Prophet Nathan, what heaviness I pray you was in him for the Adultery and the Murder that he had committed? So that it might be said right well, that he slept in his own since.
for as much as they want the salve and comfort of Gods Word, which they do despise, it will be unto them rather a Mean to bring them to utter desperation than otherwise.
for as much as they want the salve and Comfort of God's Word, which they do despise, it will be unto them rather a Mean to bring them to utter desperation than otherwise.
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The second is an unfeigned Confession and acknowledging of our sins unto God, whom by them we have so grievously offended, that if he should deal with us according to his justice, we do deserve a thousand Hells,
The second is an unfeigned Confessi and acknowledging of our Sins unto God, whom by them we have so grievously offended, that if he should deal with us according to his Justice, we do deserve a thousand Hells,
Hereunto doth pertain the golden saying of the holy Prophet David, where he saith on this manner, Then I acknowledge my sin unto thee, neither did I hide mine iniquity:
Hereunto does pertain the golden saying of the holy Prophet David, where he Says on this manner, Then I acknowledge my since unto thee, neither did I hide mine iniquity:
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and without the which we shall never obtain pardon and forgiveness of our sins. Indeed, besides this, there is another kind of Confession which is needful and necessary.
and without the which we shall never obtain pardon and forgiveness of our Sins. Indeed, beside this, there is Another kind of Confessi which is needful and necessary.
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The true meaning of it is, that the Faithful ought to acknowledge their offences, whereby some hatred, rancour, ground or malice, having risen or grown among them one to another, that a Brotherly reconciliation may be had, without the which nothing that we do can be acceptable unto God, as our Saviour Jesus Christ doth witness himself, saying, When thou offerest thine Offering at the Altar,
The true meaning of it is, that the Faithful ought to acknowledge their offences, whereby Some hatred, rancour, ground or malice, having risen or grown among them one to Another, that a Brotherly reconciliation may be had, without the which nothing that we do can be acceptable unto God, as our Saviour jesus christ does witness himself, saying, When thou offerest thine Offering At the Altar,
It may also be thus taken, that we ought to confess our weakness and infirmities one to another, to the end that knowing each others frailness, we may the more earnestly pray together unto Almighty God our Heavenly Father, that he will vouchsafe to pardon us our infirmities,
It may also be thus taken, that we ought to confess our weakness and infirmities one to Another, to the end that knowing each Others frailness, we may the more earnestly pray together unto Almighty God our Heavenly Father, that he will vouchsafe to pardon us our infirmities,
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And whereas the Adversaries go about to wrest this place, for to maintain their Auricular Confession withal, they are greatly deceived themselves, and do shamefully deceive others;
And whereas the Adversaries go about to wrest this place, for to maintain their Auricular Confessi withal, they Are greatly deceived themselves, and do shamefully deceive Others;
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This did Johannes Scotus, otherwise called Duns, well perceive, who upon this place writeth on this manner, Neither doth it seem unto me that James did give this commandment, or that he did set it forth as being received of Christ.
This did Johannes Scotus, otherwise called Duns, well perceive, who upon this place Writeth on this manner, Neither does it seem unto me that James did give this Commandment, or that he did Set it forth as being received of christ.
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For first and foremost, whence had he Authority to bind the whole Church, sith that he was only Bishop of the Church of Jerusalem? except thou wilt say, that the same Church was at the beginning the Head Church,
For First and foremost, whence had he authority to bind the Whole Church, sith that he was only Bishop of the Church of Jerusalem? except thou wilt say, that the same Church was At the beginning the Head Church,
and consequently that he was the Head Bishop, which thing the See of Rome will never grant. The understanding of it then, is as in these words, Confess your sins one to another.
and consequently that he was the Head Bishop, which thing the See of Room will never grant. The understanding of it then, is as in these words, Confess your Sins one to Another.
A persuasion to Hum lity, whereby he willeth us to confess our selves generally unto our Neighbors, that we are sinners, according to this saying, If we say we have no sin, we deceive our selves,
A persuasion to Hum lity, whereby he wills us to confess our selves generally unto our Neighbours, that we Are Sinners, according to this saying, If we say we have no since, we deceive our selves,
And where that they do alledge this saying of our Saviour Jesus Christ unto the Leper, to prove Auricular Confession to stand on Gods Word, Go thy way, and shew thy self unto the Priest.
And where that they do allege this saying of our Saviour jesus christ unto the Leper, to prove Auricular Confessi to stand on God's Word, Go thy Way, and show thy self unto the Priest.
Do they not see that the Leper was cleansed from his Leprosie, before he was by Christ sent unto the Priest for to shew himself unto him? By the same reason we must be cleansed from our Spiritual Leprosie, I mean, our sins must be forgiven us before that we come to Confession.
Do they not see that the Leper was cleansed from his Leprosy, before he was by christ sent unto the Priest for to show himself unto him? By the same reason we must be cleansed from our Spiritual Leprosy, I mean, our Sins must be forgiven us before that we come to Confessi.
sith that they be already taken away? Therefore holy Ambrose in his second Sermon upon the hundred and nineteenth Psalm, doth say full well, Go shew thy self unto the Priest.
sith that they be already taken away? Therefore holy Ambrose in his second Sermon upon the hundred and nineteenth Psalm, does say full well, Go show thy self unto the Priest.
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Who is the true Priest, but he which is the Priest for ever, after the order of Melchisedech? whoreby this holy Father doth understand, that both the Priesthood & the Law being changed, we ought to acknowledge none other Priest for deliverance from our sins;
Who is the true Priest, but he which is the Priest for ever, After the order of Melchizedek? whoreby this holy Father does understand, that both the Priesthood & the Law being changed, we ought to acknowledge none other Priest for deliverance from our Sins;
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but our Saviour Jesus Christ, who being Sovereign Bishop, doth with the Sacrifice of his Body and Blood, offered once for ever upon the Altar of the Cross, most effectually cleanse the Spiritual Leprosie,
but our Saviour jesus christ, who being Sovereign Bishop, does with the Sacrifice of his Body and Blood, offered once for ever upon the Altar of the Cross, most effectually cleanse the Spiritual Leprosy,
It is most evident and plain, that this Auricular Confession, hath not his warrant of Gods Word, else it had not been lawful for Nectarius Bishop of Constantinople, upon a just occasion to have put it down.
It is most evident and plain, that this Auricular Confessi, hath not his warrant of God's Word, Else it had not been lawful for Nectarius Bishop of Constantinople, upon a just occasion to have put it down.
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Being therefore not led with the Conscience thereof, let us with fear and trembling, and with a true contrite Heart, use that kind of Confession, that God doth command in his Word,
Being Therefore not led with the Conscience thereof, let us with Fear and trembling, and with a true contrite Heart, use that kind of Confessi, that God does command in his Word,
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or to some other Godly Learned Man, and shew the trouble and doubt of their Conscience to them, that they may receive at their hand the comfortable Salve of Gods Word:
or to Some other Godly Learned Man, and show the trouble and doubt of their Conscience to them, that they may receive At their hand the comfortable Salve of God's Word:
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The Third prrt of Repentance, is Faith, whereby we do apprehend and take hold upon the promises of God, touching the free Pardon and Forgiveness of our sins.
The Third prrt of Repentance, is Faith, whereby we do apprehend and take hold upon the promises of God, touching the free Pardon and Forgiveness of our Sins.
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and put them out of Remembrance, and from his sight? Therefore they that teach Repentance without a lively Faith in our Saviour Jesus Christ, do teach none other but Judas Repentance,
and put them out of Remembrance, and from his sighed? Therefore they that teach Repentance without a lively Faith in our Saviour jesus christ, do teach none other but Judas Repentance,
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But all these things we find in Judas Repentance, which in outward appearance did far exceed and pass the Repentance of Peter. For first and formost we read in the Gospel, that Judas was so sorrowful and heavy,
But all these things we find in Judas Repentance, which in outward appearance did Far exceed and pass the Repentance of Peter. For First and foremost we read in the Gospel, that Judas was so sorrowful and heavy,
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and the other wanted Faith, whereby he did despair of the Goodness and Mercy of God? It is evident and plain then, that although we be never so earnestly sorry for our sins, acknowledge and confess them;
and the other wanted Faith, whereby he did despair of the goodness and Mercy of God? It is evident and plain then, that although we be never so earnestly sorry for our Sins, acknowledge and confess them;
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yet all these things shall be but means to bring us to utter desparation, except we do stedfastly believe, that God our Heavenly Father will for his Son Jesus Christs sake, Pardon and Forgive us our Offences and Trespasses,
yet all these things shall be but means to bring us to utter Desperation, except we do steadfastly believe, that God our Heavenly Father will for his Son jesus Christ sake, Pardon and Forgive us our Offences and Trespasses,
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Therefore as we said before, they that teach Repentance without Christ, and a lively Faith in the Mercy of God, do only teach Cains or Judas Repentance.
Therefore as we said before, they that teach Repentance without christ, and a lively Faith in the Mercy of God, do only teach Cains or Judas Repentance.
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For they that do truly Repent, must be clean altered and changed, they must become new Creatures, they must be no more the same that that they were before.
For they that do truly repent, must be clean altered and changed, they must become new Creatures, they must be no more the same that that they were before.
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And as they did before give themselves to uncleanness of Life, so will they from henceforwards with all diligence give themselves to Innocency, pureness of Life, and true Godliness.
And as they did before give themselves to uncleanness of Life, so will they from henceforwards with all diligence give themselves to Innocency, pureness of Life, and true Godliness.
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Here may we right well add the sinful Woman, which when she came to our Saviour Jesus Christ, did pour down such abundance of Tears out of those wanton Eyes of hers, wherewith she had allured many unto folly, that she did with them wash his Feet, wiping them with the Hairs of her Head, which she was wont most gloriously to set out, making of them a Net for the Devil.
Here may we right well add the sinful Woman, which when she Come to our Saviour jesus christ, did pour down such abundance of Tears out of those wanton Eyes of hers, wherewith she had allured many unto folly, that she did with them wash his Feet, wiping them with the Hairs of her Head, which she was wont most gloriously to Set out, making of them a Net for the devil.
and if we have done any Man wrong, to endeavor our selves to make him true amends to the utmost of our power, following in this the example of Zaccheus, and of this sinfull Woman,
and if we have done any Man wrong, to endeavour our selves to make him true amends to the utmost of our power, following in this the Exampl of Zacchaeus, and of this sinful Woman,
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It is therefore our parts, if at least we be desirous of the health and salvation of our own selves, most earnestly to pray unto our heavenly Father, to assist us with his holy Spirit, that we may be able to hearken unto the Voice of the true Shepherd,
It is Therefore our parts, if At least we be desirous of the health and salvation of our own selves, most earnestly to pray unto our heavenly Father, to assist us with his holy Spirit, that we may be able to harken unto the Voice of the true Shepherd,
Let us hearken to the Voice of Almighty God, when he calleth us to Repentance, let us not harden our hearts as such Infidels do, who abuse the time given them of God to repent,
Let us harken to the Voice of Almighty God, when he calls us to Repentance, let us not harden our hearts as such Infidels do, who abuse the time given them of God to Repent,
that is, hearty contrition and sorrowfulness of our Hearts, unfeigned confession in word of mouth for our unworthy living before God, a stedfast Faith to the merits of our Saviour Christ for pardon,
that is, hearty contrition and sorrowfulness of our Hearts, unfeigned Confessi in word of Mouth for our unworthy living before God, a steadfast Faith to the merits of our Saviour christ for pardon,
and a full Conversion to God in a new life, to glorifie his Name, and to live orderly and charitably, to the comfort of our Neighbor, in all righteousness,
and a full Conversion to God in a new life, to Glorify his Name, and to live orderly and charitably, to the Comfort of our Neighbour, in all righteousness,
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and to live soberly and modestly to our selves, by using abstinence and temperance in word and in deed, in mortifying our earthly Members here upon Earth.
and to live soberly and modestly to our selves, by using abstinence and temperance in word and in deed, in mortifying our earthly Members Here upon Earth.
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Now for a further perswasion to move you to those parts of Repentance, I will declare unto you some causes, which should the rather move you to Repentance.
Now for a further persuasion to move you to those parts of Repentance, I will declare unto you Some Causes, which should the rather move you to Repentance.
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Therefore we must take good heed unto our selves, lest whereas we have already by our manifold sins and transgressions provoked and kindled the wrath of God against us;
Therefore we must take good heed unto our selves, lest whereas we have already by our manifold Sins and transgressions provoked and kindled the wrath of God against us;
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we do by breaking this his Commandment, double our offences, and so heap still damnation upon our own heads by our daily offences and trespasses, whereby we provoke the eyes of his Majesty, we do well deserve (if he should deal with us according to his justice,) to be put away for ever from the fruition of his Glory.
we do by breaking this his Commandment, double our offences, and so heap still damnation upon our own Heads by our daily offences and Trespasses, whereby we provoke the eyes of his Majesty, we do well deserve (if he should deal with us according to his Justice,) to be put away for ever from the fruition of his Glory.
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These words also have we in the Prophet Ezekiel, At what time soever a sinner doth repent him of his sin, from the bottom of his heart, I will put all his wickedness out of my remembrance, (saith the Lord,) so that they shall be no more thought upon.
These words also have we in the Prophet Ezekielem, At what time soever a sinner does Repent him of his since, from the bottom of his heart, I will put all his wickedness out of my remembrance, (Says the Lord,) so that they shall be no more Thought upon.
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If we should suspect any uncleanness to be in us, wherefore the earthly Prince should loath and abhor the sight of us, what pains would we take to remove and put it away? How much more ought we with all diligence and speed that may be, to put away that unclean filthiness that doth separate and make a division betwixt us and our God, and that hideth his Face from us, that he will not hear us? And verily herein doth appear how filthy a thing sin is,
If we should suspect any uncleanness to be in us, Wherefore the earthly Prince should loath and abhor the sighed of us, what pains would we take to remove and put it away? How much more ought we with all diligence and speed that may be, to put away that unclean filthiness that does separate and make a division betwixt us and our God, and that Hideth his Face from us, that he will not hear us? And verily herein does appear how filthy a thing since is,
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sith that it did cost the dear Heart-Blood of the only begotten Son of God our Saviour and Redeemer, to purge us from it? Plato doth in a certain place write, that if Vertue could be seen with bodily Eyes, all Men would wonderfully be inflamed and kindled with the love of it;
sith that it did cost the dear Heart-Blood of the only begotten Son of God our Saviour and Redeemer, to purge us from it? Plato does in a certain place write, that if Virtue could be seen with bodily Eyes, all Men would wonderfully be inflamed and kindled with the love of it;
or some filthy and abominable sin, if it once come to light, or if they chance to have a through feeling of it, they be so ashamed (their own Conscience putting before their Eyes the filthiness of their Act,) that they dare look no Man in the Face, much less that they should be able to stand in the sight of God.
or Some filthy and abominable since, if it once come to Light, or if they chance to have a through feeling of it, they be so ashamed (their own Conscience putting before their Eyes the filthiness of their Act,) that they Dare look no Man in the Face, much less that they should be able to stand in the sighed of God.
and sometimes Feasting and Banqueting with their Friends, do fall suddenly dead in the Streets, and otherwhiles under the Board when they are at meat.
and sometime Feasting and Banqueting with their Friends, do fallen suddenly dead in the Streets, and otherwhiles under the Board when they Are At meat.
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These daily Examples, as they are most terrible and dreadful, so ought they to move us to seek for to be at one with our heavenly Judge, that we may with a good Conscience appear before him, whensoever it shall please him for to call us,
These daily Examples, as they Are most terrible and dreadful, so ought they to move us to seek for to be At one with our heavenly Judge, that we may with a good Conscience appear before him, whensoever it shall please him for to call us,
Which words I desire you to mark diligently, because they do most lively put before our Eyes the fondness of many Men, who abusing the long-suffering and goodness of God, do never think on Repentance or amendment of Life.
Which words I desire you to mark diligently, Because they do most lively put before our Eyes the fondness of many Men, who abusing the long-suffering and Goodness of God, do never think on Repentance or amendment of Life.
Say not neither, The mercy of God is great, he will forgive my manifold sins. For mercy and wrath come from him, and his indignation cometh upon unrepentant sinners.
Say not neither, The mercy of God is great, he will forgive my manifold Sins. For mercy and wrath come from him, and his Indignation comes upon unrepentant Sinners.
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As if ye should say, Art thou strong and mighty? Art thou lusty and young? Hast thou the Wealth and Riches of the World? Or when thou hast sinned, hast thou received no punishment for it? Let none of all these things make thee to be the slower to repent,
As if you should say, Art thou strong and mighty? Art thou lusty and young? Hast thou the Wealth and Riches of the World? Or when thou hast sinned, hast thou received no punishment for it? Let none of all these things make thee to be the slower to Repent,
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Fifthly, The avoiding of the plagues of God, and the utter destruction that by his righteous Judgment doth hang over the heads of them all that will in no wise return unto the Lord:
Fifthly, The avoiding of the plagues of God, and the utter destruction that by his righteous Judgement does hang over the Heads of them all that will in no wise return unto the Lord:
and will send the Sword of Famine and the Pestilence among them, till they be consumed out of the Land. And wherefore is this? Because they hardned their hearts,
and will send the Sword of Famine and the Pestilence among them, till they be consumed out of the Land. And Wherefore is this? Because they hardened their hearts,
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and would in no wise return from their evil ways, nor yet forsake the wickedness that was in their own hands, that the fierceness of the Lords fury might depart from them.
and would in no wise return from their evil ways, nor yet forsake the wickedness that was in their own hands, that the fierceness of the lords fury might depart from them.
But yet this is nothing in comparison of the intolerable and endless torments of Hell fire, which they shall be fain to suffer, who after their hardness of heart that cannot repent, do heap unto themselves Wrath against the day of anger,
But yet this is nothing in comparison of the intolerable and endless torments of Hell fire, which they shall be fain to suffer, who After their hardness of heart that cannot Repent, do heap unto themselves Wrath against the day of anger,
after the painful Travels of this Life, reward us with the inheritance of his Children, which is the Kingdom of Heaven, purchased unto us with the death of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord;
After the painful Travels of this Life, reward us with the inheritance of his Children, which is the Kingdom of Heaven, purchased unto us with the death of his Son jesus christ our Lord;
and remaining in Paradise,) should observe as a pledge and token of his due and bounden Obedience, with denunciation of Death if he did transgress and break the said Law and Commandment.
and remaining in Paradise,) should observe as a pledge and token of his due and bounden obedience, with denunciation of Death if he did transgress and break the said Law and Commandment.
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The first Author of which Rebellion, the Root of all Vices, and Mother of all Mischiefs, was Lucifer, first Gods most excellent Creature and most bounden Subject, who by Rebelling against the Majesty of God, of the brightest and most glorious Angel, is become the blackest and most foul Fiend and Devil;
The First Author of which Rebellion, the Root of all Vices, and Mother of all Mischiefs, was Lucifer, First God's most excellent Creature and most bounden Subject, who by Rebelling against the Majesty of God, of the Brightest and most glorious Angel, is become the Blackest and most foul Fiend and devil;
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and from the height of Heaven, is fallen into the Pit and bottom of Hell. Here you may see the first Author and Founder of Rebellion, and the reward thereof;
and from the height of Heaven, is fallen into the Pit and bottom of Hell. Here you may see the First Author and Founder of Rebellion, and the reward thereof;
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unto our first Parents Adam and Eve, brought them in high displeasure with God, wrought their exile and banishment out of Paradise, a place of pleasure and goodness, into this wretched earth and vale of misery;
unto our First Parents Adam and Eve, brought them in high displeasure with God, wrought their exile and banishment out of Paradise, a place of pleasure and Goodness, into this wretched earth and vale of misery;
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and which is far more horrible than all worldly and bodily Mischiefs, he had wrought thereby their eternal and everlasting death and damnation, had not God by the obedience of his Son Jesus Christ, repaired that which Man by Disobedience and Rebellion had destroyed,
and which is Far more horrible than all worldly and bodily Mischiefs, he had wrought thereby their Eternal and everlasting death and damnation, had not God by the Obedience of his Son jesus christ, repaired that which Man by Disobedience and Rebellion had destroyed,
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and overflowing the World, lest all things should come unto confusion and utter ruin, God forthwith by Laws given unto Mankind, repaired again the rule and order of Obedience, thus by Rebellion overthrown;
and overflowing the World, lest all things should come unto confusion and utter ruin, God forthwith by Laws given unto Mankind, repaired again the Rule and order of obedience, thus by Rebellion overthrown;
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and besides the Obedience due unto his Majesty, he not only ordained that in Families and Housholds, The Wife should be obedient unto her Husband, the Children unto their Parents, the Servants unto their Masters;
and beside the obedience due unto his Majesty, he not only ordained that in Families and Households, The Wife should be obedient unto her Husband, the Children unto their Parents, the Servants unto their Masters;
but also, when Mankind increased, and spread it self more largely over the World, he by his holy Word did constitute and ordain in Cities and Countries, several and special Governors and Rulers,
but also, when Mankind increased, and spread it self more largely over the World, he by his holy Word did constitute and ordain in Cities and Countries, several and special Governors and Rulers,
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that God defendeth them against their Enemies, and destroyeth their Enemies horribly; that the anger and displeasure of the Prince is as the roaring of a Lion,
that God defendeth them against their Enemies, and Destroyeth their Enemies horribly; that the anger and displeasure of the Prince is as the roaring of a lion,
The first out of St. Pauls Epistle to the Romans and the thirteenth Chapter, where he writeth thus unto all Subjects, Let every Soul be subject unto the higher Powers,
The First out of Saint Paul's Epistle to the Romans and the thirteenth Chapter, where he Writeth thus unto all Subject's, Let every Soul be Subject unto the higher Powers,
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The second place is in St. Peters Epistle, and the second Chapter, whose words are these, Submit your selves unto all manner of Ordinances of Man for the Lords sake,
The second place is in Saint Peter's Epistle, and the second Chapter, whose words Are these, Submit your selves unto all manner of Ordinances of Man for the lords sake,
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and other Princes, (for he speaketh of Authority and Power, be it in Men or Women,) are ordained of God, are to be obeyed and honored of their Subjects;
and other Princes, (for he speaks of authority and Power, be it in Men or Women,) Are ordained of God, Are to be obeyed and honoured of their Subject's;
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It cometh therefore neither of chance and fortune, (as they term it,) nor of the ambition of mortal Men and Women, climbing up of their own accord to dominion, that there be Kings, Queens, Princes,
It comes Therefore neither of chance and fortune, (as they term it,) nor of the ambition of Mortal Men and Women, climbing up of their own accord to dominion, that there be Kings, Queen's, Princes,
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but all Kings, Queens, & other Governors are specially appointed by the ordinance of God. And as God himself being of an infinite Majesty, Power and Wisdom, ruleth and governeth all things in He•ven and Earth, as the Universal Monarch,
but all Kings, Queen's, & other Governors Are specially appointed by the Ordinance of God. And as God himself being of an infinite Majesty, Power and Wisdom, Ruleth and Governs all things in He•ven and Earth, as the Universal Monarch,
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so hath he constituted, ordained, and set earthly Princes over particular Kingdoms and Dominions in Earth, both for the avoiding of all confusion, which else would be in the World,
so hath he constituted, ordained, and Set earthly Princes over particular Kingdoms and Dominions in Earth, both for the avoiding of all confusion, which Else would be in the World,
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and also that the Princes themselves in Authority, Power, Wisdom, Providence, and righteousness in government of People and Countries committed to their charge, should resemble his heavenly Governance,
and also that the Princes themselves in authority, Power, Wisdom, Providence, and righteousness in government of People and Countries committed to their charge, should resemble his heavenly Governance,
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And for that similitude that is between the heavenly Monarchy and earthly Kingdoms well governed, our Saviour Christ in sundry Parables saith, That the Kingdom of Heaven is resembled unto a Man, a King;
And for that similitude that is between the heavenly Monarchy and earthly Kingdoms well governed, our Saviour christ in sundry Parables Says, That the Kingdom of Heaven is resembled unto a Man, a King;
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unto the which similitude of heavenly Government, the nearer and nearer that an earthly Prince doth come in his Regiment, the greater Blessing of Gods mercy is he unto that Country and People over whom he Reigneth;
unto the which similitude of heavenly Government, the nearer and nearer that an earthly Prince does come in his Regiment, the greater Blessing of God's mercy is he unto that Country and People over whom he Reigneth;
and on the contrary part, the overthrow of all Vertue and Godliness, and consequently the decay and utter ruin of a Realm and People, doth grow and come more by an undiscreet and evil Governor,
and on the contrary part, the overthrow of all Virtue and Godliness, and consequently the decay and utter ruin of a Realm and People, does grow and come more by an undiscreet and evil Governor,
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And again, A foolish Prince destroyeth the People, and a covetous King undoeth his Subjects. Thus speak the Scriptures, thus experince testifieth of good and evil Princes.
And again, A foolish Prince Destroyeth the People, and a covetous King undoth his Subject's. Thus speak the Scriptures, thus experience Testifieth of good and evil Princes.
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For who else be they that are most enclined to Rebellion, but such haughty Spirits? From whom springeth such foul ruin of Realms? Is not Rebellion the greatest of all Mischiefs? And who are most ready to the greatest of Mischiefs,
For who Else be they that Are most inclined to Rebellion, but such haughty Spirits? From whom springs such foul ruin of Realms? Is not Rebellion the greatest of all Mischiefs? And who Are most ready to the greatest of Mischiefs,
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What an unworthy matter were it then, to make the naughtiest Subjects (and most inclined to Rebellion and all evil,) Judges over their Princes, over their Government,
What an unworthy matter were it then, to make the naughtiest Subject's (and most inclined to Rebellion and all evil,) Judges over their Princes, over their Government,
and over their Counsellors, to determin which of them be good or tolerable, and which be evil and so intolerable, that they must needs be removed by Rebels, being ever ready as the naughtiest Subjects, soonest to Rebel against the best Princes, specially if they be young in Age, Women in Sex,
and over their Counsellors, to determine which of them be good or tolerable, and which be evil and so intolerable, that they must needs be removed by Rebels, being ever ready as the naughtiest Subject's, soonest to Rebel against the best Princes, specially if they be young in Age, Women in Sex,
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as trusting by their wicked boldness, easily to overthrow their weakness and gentleness, or at the least so to fear the minds of such Princes, that they may have impunity of their mischievous doings.
as trusting by their wicked boldness, Easily to overthrow their weakness and gentleness, or At the least so to Fear the minds of such Princes, that they may have impunity of their mischievous doings.
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But what if the Prince be undiscreet, and evil indeed, and is also evident to all Mens eyes, that he so is? I ask again, What if it be long of the wickedness of the Subjects, that the Prince is undiscreet and evil;
But what if the Prince be undiscreet, and evil indeed, and is also evident to all Men's eyes, that he so is? I ask again, What if it be long of the wickedness of the Subject's, that the Prince is undiscreet and evil;
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and also rebel against him, and withal against God, who for the punishment of their sins did give them such a Prince? Will you hear the Scriptures concerning this Point? God (say the Holy Scriptures,) maketh a wicked Man to Reign for the sins of the People.
and also rebel against him, and withal against God, who for the punishment of their Sins did give them such a Prince? Will you hear the Scriptures Concerning this Point? God (say the Holy Scriptures,) makes a wicked Man to Reign for the Sins of the People.
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And contrarily the Scriptures do teach, That God giveth wisdom unto Princes, and maketh a wise and good King to Reign over that People whom he loveth, and who loveth him.
And contrarily the Scriptures do teach, That God gives Wisdom unto Princes, and makes a wise and good King to Reign over that People whom he loves, and who loves him.
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Else for Subjects to deserve through their sins to have an evil Prince, and then to Rebel against him, were double and treble evil, by provoking God more to plague them.
Else for Subject's to deserve through their Sins to have an evil Prince, and then to Rebel against him, were double and triple evil, by provoking God more to plague them.
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Will you hear the Scriptures concerning this most necessary Point? I exhort therefore (saith St. Paul) that above all things, Prayers, Supplications, Intercessions,
Will you hear the Scriptures Concerning this most necessary Point? I exhort Therefore (Says Saint Paul) that above all things, Prayers, Supplications, Intercessions,
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and who I pray you, was Prince over the most part of the Christians, when Gods holy Spirit by St. Pauls Pen gave them this Lesson? Forsooth, Caligula, Claudius, or Nero; who were not only no Christians but Pagans,
and who I pray you, was Prince over the most part of the Christians, when God's holy Spirit by Saint Paul's Pen gave them this lesson? Forsooth, Caligula, Claudius, or Nero; who were not only no Christians but Pagans,
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Will you yet hear the Word of God to the Jews, when they were Prisoners under Nabuchodonosor King of Babylon, after he had slain their Kings, Nobles, Parents, Children,
Will you yet hear the Word of God to the jews, when they were Prisoners under Nebuchadnezzar King of Babylon, After he had slave their Kings, Nobles, Parents, Children,
and Kinsfolks, burned their Country, Cities, yea Jerusalem it self, and the holy Temple, and had carried the residue remaining a live, Captives with him into Babylon? Will you hear yet what the Prophet Baruch saith unto Gods People being in this Captivity:
and Kinsfolks, burned their Country, Cities, yea Jerusalem it self, and the holy Temple, and had carried the residue remaining a live, Captives with him into Babylon? Will you hear yet what the Prophet baruch Says unto God's People being in this Captivity:
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Pray you, saith the Prophet, for the life of Nabuchodonosor King of Babylon, and for the life of Balthasar his Son, that their days may be as the days of Heaven upon the Earth, that God also may give us strength and lighten our Eyes, that we may live under the defence of Nabuchodonosor King of Babylon, and under the Protection of Balthasar his Son, that we may long do them service,
Pray you, Says the Prophet, for the life of Nebuchadnezzar King of Babylon, and for the life of Balthasar his Son, that their days may be as the days of Heaven upon the Earth, that God also may give us strength and lighten our Eyes, that we may live under the defence of Nebuchadnezzar King of Babylon, and under the Protection of Balthasar his Son, that we may long do them service,
And shall the old Christians, by St. Pauls exhortation, Pray for Caligula, Claudius, or Nero? Shall the Jews Pray for Nabuchodonosor? These Emperors and Kings being strangers unto them, being Pagans and Infidels, being Murtherers, Tyrants,
And shall the old Christians, by Saint Paul's exhortation, Pray for Caligula, Claudius, or Nero? Shall the jews Pray for Nebuchadnezzar? These Emperor's and Kings being Strangers unto them, being Pagans and Infidels, being Murderers, Tyrants,
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and Temples? And shall not we Pray for the long, prosperous, and godly Reign of our natural Prince? No stranger (which is observed as a great blessing in the Scriptures) of our Christian, our most gracious Sovereign, no Heathen,
and Temples? And shall not we Pray for the long, prosperous, and godly Reign of our natural Prince? No stranger (which is observed as a great blessing in the Scriptures) of our Christian, our most gracious Sovereign, no Heathen,
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nor Pagan Prince? Shall we not Pray for the health of our most merciful, most loving Sovereign, the Preserver of us and our Country in so long peace, quietness,
nor Pagan Prince? Shall we not Pray for the health of our most merciful, most loving Sovereign, the Preserver of us and our Country in so long peace, quietness,
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and Countries, as were those for whom yet as ye have heard, Christians being their Subjects ought to Pray? Let us not commit so great Ingratitude against God and our Sovereign,
and Countries, as were those for whom yet as you have herd, Christians being their Subject's ought to Pray? Let us not commit so great Ingratitude against God and our Sovereign,
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& understanding, to stay and repress all Rebels, and Rebellions against God, our gracious Prince, and natural Country, at every occasion that is offered unto us.
& understanding, to stay and repress all Rebels, and Rebellions against God, our gracious Prince, and natural Country, At every occasion that is offered unto us.
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Else shall we be unworthy any longer to enjoy those benefits and blessings of God, which hitherto we have had by her, shall be most worthy to fall into all those mischiefs and miseries, which we and our Country have by Gods grace through her Government, hitherto escaped.
Else shall we be unworthy any longer to enjoy those benefits and blessings of God, which hitherto we have had by her, shall be most worthy to fallen into all those mischiefs and misery's, which we and our Country have by God's grace through her Government, hitherto escaped.
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and to make, not War, but Rebellion, to endanger the Person of such a gracious Sovereign, to hazard the Estate of their Countrey, (for whose defence they should be ready to spend their Lives,) and being English Men, to rob, spoil, destroy,
and to make, not War, but Rebellion, to endanger the Person of such a gracious Sovereign, to hazard the Estate of their Country, (for whose defence they should be ready to spend their Lives,) and being English Men, to rob, spoil, destroy,
yea, and more too than Foreign Enemies would or could do? What shall we say of these Men, who use themselves thus rebelliously against their gracious Sovereign? Who,
yea, and more too than Foreign Enemies would or could do? What shall we say of these Men, who use themselves thus rebelliously against their gracious Sovereign? Who,
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and to pray for him? What may be spoken of them? So far doth their unkindness, unnaturalness, wickedness, mischievousness in their doings, pass and excel any thing,
and to pray for him? What may be spoken of them? So Far does their unkindness, unnaturalness, wickedness, mischievousness in their doings, pass and excel any thing,
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and by so wicked an example, against all Christendom, and against whole Mankind of all manner of People throughout the wide World, such Repentance, I say, such sorrow of Heart God grant unto all such, whosoever rise of private and malicious purpose,
and by so wicked an Exampl, against all Christendom, and against Whole Mankind of all manner of People throughout the wide World, such Repentance, I say, such sorrow of Heart God grant unto all such, whosoever rise of private and malicious purpose,
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Let us make continual Prayers unto Almighty God, even from the bottom of our hearts, that he will give his grace, power and strength unto our gracious King, to vanquish and subdue all,
Let us make continual Prayers unto Almighty God, even from the bottom of our hearts, that he will give his grace, power and strength unto our gracious King, to vanquish and subdue all,
O Most mighty God, the Lord of Hosts, the Governor of all Creatures, the only giver of all Victories, who alone art able to strengthen the Weak against the Mighty,
Oh Most mighty God, the Lord of Hosts, the Governor of all Creatures, the only giver of all Victories, who alone art able to strengthen the Weak against the Mighty,
as to their own natural Prince and Country, and manifestly to this Crown and Realm of England, which thou hast of thy Divine Providence assigned in these our days to the Government of thy Servant, our Sovereign and gracious KING.
as to their own natural Prince and Country, and manifestly to this Crown and Realm of England, which thou hast of thy Divine Providence assigned in these our days to the Government of thy Servant, our Sovereign and gracious KING.
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or else so abate their cruelty (O most mighty Lord) that this our Christian Realm, with others that confess thy holy GOSPEL, may obtain by thy aid and strength, surety from all Enemies, without shedding of Christian Blood, whereby all they which be oppressed with their Tyranny, may by relieved,
or Else so abate their cruelty (Oh most mighty Lord) that this our Christian Realm, with Others that confess thy holy GOSPEL, may obtain by thy aid and strength, surety from all Enemies, without shedding of Christian Blood, whereby all they which be oppressed with their Tyranny, may by relieved,
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And that we for these thy Mercies, joyntly all together with one consonant Heart and Voice, may thankfully render to thee all Laud and Praise, that we, knit in one Godly concord and unity amongst our selves, may continually magnifie thy glorious Name, who with thy Son our Saviour Jesus Christ,
And that we for these thy mercies, jointly all together with one consonant Heart and Voice, may thankfully render to thee all Laud and Praise, that we, knit in one Godly concord and unity among our selves, may continually magnify thy glorious Name, who with thy Son our Saviour jesus christ,
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The Second Part of the Homily against Disobedience and Wilful Rebellion. AS in the First Part of this Treaty of Obedience of Subjects to their Princes,
The Second Part of the Homily against Disobedience and Wilful Rebellion. AS in the First Part of this Treaty of obedience of Subject's to their Princes,
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so shall it be good for the better declaration and confirmation of the said wholsom Doctrin, to alledge one example or two out of the holy Scriptures of the Obedience of Subjects, not only unto their good and gracious Governors,
so shall it be good for the better declaration and confirmation of the said wholesome Doctrine, to allege one Exampl or two out of the holy Scriptures of the obedience of Subject's, not only unto their good and gracious Governors,
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as being out of Gods favor for his disobedience against God in sparing (in a wrong pity) the King Agag, whom Almighty God commanded to be slain, according to the Justice of God against his sworn Enemy;
as being out of God's favour for his disobedience against God in sparing (in a wrong pity) the King Agag, whom Almighty God commanded to be slave, according to the justice of God against his sworn Enemy;
yet Saul was reproved for his wrong Mercy and Devotion, and was told, that Obedience would have more pleased him than such lenity, which sinful humanity (saith holy Chrysostom ) is more cruel before God,
yet Saul was reproved for his wrong Mercy and Devotion, and was told, that obedience would have more pleased him than such lenity, which sinful humanity (Says holy Chrysostom) is more cruel before God,
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Another time also David entring by night with one Abisai, a valiant and fierce Man, into the Tent where King Saul did lie asleep, where also he might yet more easily have slain him,
another time also David entering by night with one Abishai, a valiant and fierce Man, into the Tent where King Saul did lie asleep, where also he might yet more Easily have slave him,
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It shall not be amiss unto these Deeds of David, to add his words, and to shew you what he spake unto such as encouraged him to take his opportunity and advantage to slay King Saul as his mortal Enemy, when he might.
It shall not be amiss unto these deeds of David, to add his words, and to show you what he spoke unto such as encouraged him to take his opportunity and advantage to slay King Saul as his Mortal Enemy, when he might.
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Neither is it to be omitted and left out, how, when an Amalechite had slain King Saul, even at Sauls own bidding and commandment; (for he would live no longer now,
Neither is it to be omitted and left out, how, when an Amalekite had slave King Saul, even At Saul's own bidding and Commandment; (for he would live no longer now,
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for that he had lost the Field against his Enemies the Philistines, ) the said Amalechite making great hast to bring first word and news thereof unto David, as joyous unto him for the death of his mortal Enemy, bringing withal the Crown that was upon King Sauls head,
for that he had lost the Field against his Enemies the philistines,) the said Amalekite making great haste to bring First word and news thereof unto David, as joyous unto him for the death of his Mortal Enemy, bringing withal the Crown that was upon King Saul's head,
How hapned it that thou wast not afraid to lay thy hands upon the Lords Anointed, to slay him? Whereupon, immediately he commanded one of his Servants to kill the Messenger,
How happened it that thou wast not afraid to lay thy hands upon the lords Anointed, to slay him? Whereupon, immediately he commanded one of his Servants to kill the Messenger,
for the better instruction of all Subjects in their bounden Duty of Obedience, and perpetual fearing of them from attempting of any Rebellion or hurt against their Prince.
for the better instruction of all Subject's in their bounden Duty of obedience, and perpetual fearing of them from attempting of any Rebellion or hurt against their Prince.
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On the one part, David was not only a good and true Subject, but also such a Subject as both in Peace and War had served and saved his Princes honor and life,
On the one part, David was not only a good and true Subject, but also such a Subject as both in Peace and War had served and saved his Princes honour and life,
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Besides this, David was no common nor absolute Subject, but Heir apparent to the Crown and Kingdom, by God appointed to Reign after Saul; which as it increased the favor of the People that knew it, towards David, so did it make Davids cause and case much differing from the case of common and absolute Subjects.
Beside this, David was no Common nor absolute Subject, but Heir apparent to the Crown and Kingdom, by God appointed to Reign After Saul; which as it increased the favour of the People that knew it, towards David, so did it make Davids cause and case much differing from the case of Common and absolute Subject's.
and that was known to many of his Subjects, for that he was openly rebuked of Samuel for his disobedience unto God, which might make the People the less to esteem him.
and that was known to many of his Subject's, for that he was openly rebuked of Samuel for his disobedience unto God, which might make the People the less to esteem him.
and therefore likely not to prosper either in War or Peace, but to be hurtful and pernicious to the Commonwealth? No, saith good and godly David, Gods and such a Kings faithful Subject;
and Therefore likely not to prosper either in War or Peace, but to be hurtful and pernicious to the Commonwealth? No, Says good and godly David, God's and such a Kings faithful Subject;
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and painful Service, or the safeguard of our Posterity? No, (saith good David, ) whom no such unkindness could cause to forsake his due obedience to his Sovereign.
and painful Service, or the safeguard of our Posterity? No, (Says good David,) whom no such unkindness could cause to forsake his due Obedience to his Sovereign.
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Shall we not (say they,) rise and rebel against our known, mortal, and deadly Enemy, that seeketh our lives? No, (saith godly David, ) who had learned the Lesson that our Saviour afterward plainly taught, that we should do no hurt to our Fellow-Subjects,
Shall we not (say they,) rise and rebel against our known, Mortal, and deadly Enemy, that seeks our lives? No, (Says godly David,) who had learned the lesson that our Saviour afterwards plainly taught, that we should do no hurt to our Fellow subjects,
and withal hazarding the whole Estate of our Country, remove so naughty a Prince? No, (saith godly David, ) for I, when I might without Assembling force or number of Men, without tumult or hazard of any Mans life,
and withal hazarding the Whole Estate of our Country, remove so naughty a Prince? No, (Says godly David,) for I, when I might without Assembling force or number of Men, without tumult or hazard of any men life,
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What shall we then do to an evil, to an unkind Prince, an Enemy to us, hated of God, hurtful to the Common-wealth, & c? Lay no violent hand upon him, (saith David, ) but let him live until God appoint and work his end, either by natural Death,
What shall we then do to an evil, to an unkind Prince, an Enemy to us, hated of God, hurtful to the Commonwealth, & c? Lay no violent hand upon him, (Says David,) but let him live until God appoint and work his end, either by natural Death,
If King David would make these Answers, as by his deeds and words recorded in the Holy Scriptures, indeed he doth make unto all such Demands concerning rebelling against evil Princes, unkind Princes, cruel Princes, Princes that be to their good Subjects mortal Enemies, Princes that are out of Gods favor,
If King David would make these Answers, as by his Deeds and words recorded in the Holy Scriptures, indeed he does make unto all such Demands Concerning rebelling against evil Princes, unkind Princes, cruel Princes, Princes that be to their good Subject's Mortal Enemies, Princes that Are out of God's favour,
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What Answer think you would he make to those that demand, whether they (being naughty and unkind Subjects,) may not, to the great hazard of the life of many thousands,
What Answer think you would he make to those that demand, whither they (being naughty and unkind Subject's,) may not, to the great hazard of the life of many thousands,
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or to destroy their natural and loving Princes, enemy to none, good to all, even to them, the worst of all other, the maintainer of perpetual Peace, Quietness and Security, most beneficial to the Common-Wealth, most necessary for the safeguard of the whole Realm? What answer would David make to their Demand,
or to destroy their natural and loving Princes, enemy to none, good to all, even to them, the worst of all other, the maintainer of perpetual Peace, Quietness and Security, most beneficial to the commonwealth, most necessary for the safeguard of the Whole Realm? What answer would David make to their Demand,
whether they may not attempt cruelly and unnaturally to destroy so peaceable and merciful a Prince? What (I say,) would David, so reverently speaking of Saul, and so patiently suffering so evil a King, what would he answer and say to such Demands? What would he say? nay, what would he do to such high Attempters, who so said and did as you before have heard,
whither they may not attempt cruelly and unnaturally to destroy so peaceable and merciful a Prince? What (I say,) would David, so reverently speaking of Saul, and so patiently suffering so evil a King, what would he answer and say to such Demands? What would he say? nay, what would he do to such high Attempers, who so said and did as you before have herd,
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unto him that slew the King his Master, though a most wicked Prince? If he punished with death as a wicked doer such a Man, with what reproaches of words would he revile such,
unto him that slew the King his Master, though a most wicked Prince? If he punished with death as a wicked doer such a Man, with what Reproaches of words would he revile such,
What be they who do rebel against a most natural and loving Prince? And if David being so good a Subject that he obeyed so evil a King, was worthy of a Subject to be made a King himself:
What be they who do rebel against a most natural and loving Prince? And if David being so good a Subject that he obeyed so evil a King, was worthy of a Subject to be made a King himself:
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nor conceive in mind the horrible and most dreadful damnation that such be worthy of, who disdaining to be the quiet and happy Subjects of their good Prince, are most worthy to be the miserable Captives,
nor conceive in mind the horrible and most dreadful damnation that such be worthy of, who disdaining to be the quiet and happy Subject's of their good Prince, Are most worthy to be the miserable Captives,
When Proclamation or Commandment was sent into Jury from Augustus the Emperor of Rome, that the People there should repair unto their own Cities and Dwelling places, there to be taxed;
When Proclamation or Commandment was sent into Jury from Augustus the Emperor of Room, that the People there should repair unto their own Cities and Dwelling places, there to be taxed;
neither did the blessed Virgin, though both highly in Gods favor, and also being of the Royal Blood of the ancient natural Kings of Jury, disdain to obey the Commandment of an Heathen and Foreign Prince,
neither did the blessed Virgae, though both highly in God's favour, and also being of the Royal Blood of the ancient natural Kings of Jury, disdain to obey the Commandment of an Heathen and Foreign Prince,
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neither repined she at the sharpness of the dead time of Winter, being the latter end of December, an unfit time to travel in, specially a long Journey for a Woman being in her case;
neither repined she At the sharpness of the dead time of Winter, being the latter end of December, an unfit time to travel in, specially a long Journey for a Woman being in her case;
This Obedience of this most noble and most vertuous Lady, to a Foreign & Pagan Prince, doth well teach us (who in comparison of her, are most base and vile,) what ready obedience we do owe to our natural and gracious Sovereign.
This obedience of this most noble and most virtuous Lady, to a Foreign & Pagan Prince, does well teach us (who in comparison of her, Are most base and vile,) what ready Obedience we do owe to our natural and gracious Sovereign.
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Howbeit, in this case the obedience of the whole Jewish Nation (being otherwise a stubborn People, ) unto the commandment of the same Foreign Heathen Prince, doth prove, that such Christians as do not most readily obey their natural and gracious Sovereign, are far worse than the stubborn Jews, whom we yet account as the worst of all People.
Howbeit, in this case the Obedience of the Whole Jewish nation (being otherwise a stubborn People,) unto the Commandment of the same Foreign Heathen Prince, does prove, that such Christians as do not most readily obey their natural and gracious Sovereign, Are Far Worse than the stubborn jews, whom we yet account as the worst of all People.
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And finally, being brought before Pontius Pilate, a stranger born, and an Heathen Man, being Lord President of Jury, he acknowledged his Authority and Power to be given him from God,
And finally, being brought before Pontius Pilate, a stranger born, and an Heathen Man, being Lord President of Jury, he acknowledged his authority and Power to be given him from God,
and obeyed patiently the sentence of most painful and shameful Death, which the said Judge pronounced and gave most unjustly against him, without any grudge, murmuring, or evil word once giving.
and obeyed patiently the sentence of most painful and shameful Death, which the said Judge pronounced and gave most unjustly against him, without any grudge, murmuring, or evil word once giving.
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There be many and divers other examples of the obedience to Princes, even such as be evil, in the New Testament, to the utter confusion of disobedient and rebellious People;
There be many and diverse other Examples of the Obedience to Princes, even such as be evil, in the New Testament, to the utter confusion of disobedient and rebellious People;
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Whereby it followeth unavoidably, that such as do disobey or rebel against their own natural gracious Sovereigns, howsoever they call themselves or be named of others, yet are they indeed no true Christians,
Whereby it follows avoidable, that such as do disobey or rebel against their own natural gracious Sovereigns, howsoever they call themselves or be nam of Others, yet Are they indeed no true Christians,
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but worse than Jews, worse than Heathens, and such as shall never enjoy the Kingdom of Heaven, which Christ by his obedience purchased for true Christians, being obedient to him the King of all Kings,
but Worse than jews, Worse than heathens, and such as shall never enjoy the Kingdom of Heaven, which christ by his Obedience purchased for true Christians, being obedient to him the King of all Kings,
O Most mighty God, the Lord of Hosts, the Governor of all Creatures, the only giver of all Victories, who alone art able to strengthen the Weak against the Mighty,
Oh Most mighty God, the Lord of Hosts, the Governor of all Creatures, the only giver of all Victories, who alone art able to strengthen the Weak against the Mighty,
as to their own natural Prince and Country, and manifestly to this Crown and Realm of England, which thou hast of thy Divine Providence assigned in these our days to the Government of thy Servant, our Sovereign and gracious KING.
as to their own natural Prince and Country, and manifestly to this Crown and Realm of England, which thou hast of thy Divine Providence assigned in these our days to the Government of thy Servant, our Sovereign and gracious KING.
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or else so abate their cruelty (O most mighty Lord) that this our Christian Realm, with others that confess thy holy GOSPEL, may obtain by thy aid and strength, surety from all Enemies, without shedding of Christian Blood, whereby all they which be oppressed with their Tyranny, may be relieved,
or Else so abate their cruelty (Oh most mighty Lord) that this our Christian Realm, with Others that confess thy holy GOSPEL, may obtain by thy aid and strength, surety from all Enemies, without shedding of Christian Blood, whereby all they which be oppressed with their Tyranny, may be relieved,
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And that we for these thy Mercies, joyntly all together with one consonant Heart and Voice, may thankfully render to thee all Laud and Praise, that we, knit in one Godly concord and unity amongst our selves, may continually magnifie thy glorious Name, who with thy Son our Saviour Jesus Christ,
And that we for these thy mercies, jointly all together with one consonant Heart and Voice, may thankfully render to thee all Laud and Praise, that we, knit in one Godly concord and unity among our selves, may continually magnify thy glorious Name, who with thy Son our Saviour jesus christ,
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as how on the contrary part, good and obedient Subjects are in Gods favor, and be partakers of Peace, Quietness and Security, with other Gods manifold blessings in this World,
as how on the contrary part, good and obedient Subject's Are in God's favour, and be partakers of Peace, Quietness and Security, with other God's manifold blessings in this World,
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but he nameth the whole puddle and sink of all sins against God and Man, against his Prince, his Country, his Country-men, his Parents, his Children, his Kinsfolks, his Friends, and against all Men universally;
but he names the Whole puddle and sink of all Sins against God and Man, against his Prince, his Country, his Countrymen, his Parents, his Children, his Kinsfolks, his Friends, and against all Men universally;
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For concerning the offence of Gods Majesty, who seeth not that Rebellion riseth first by contempt of God and of his holy Ordinances and Laws, wherein he so straitly commandeth Obedience, forbiddeth.
For Concerning the offence of God's Majesty, who sees not that Rebellion Riseth First by contempt of God and of his holy Ordinances and Laws, wherein he so straitly commands obedience, forbiddeth.
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Disobedience and Rebellion? And besides, the dishonor done by Rebels unto Gods holy name, by their breaking of their Oath made to their Prince, with the attestation of Gods Name,
Disobedience and Rebellion? And beside, the dishonour done by Rebels unto God's holy name, by their breaking of their Oath made to their Prince, with the attestation of God's Name,
or heareth the truth of their Behavior? Who knoweth not that Rebels do not only themselves leave all Works necessary to be done upon Work-days, undone,
or hears the truth of their Behaviour? Who Knoweth not that Rebels do not only themselves leave all Works necessary to be done upon Work-days, undone,
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and by doing of his work, making it the Devils day instead of the Lords day? Besides that, they compel good Men that would gladly serve the Lord, assembling in his Temple and Church upon his day,
and by doing of his work, making it the Devils day instead of the lords day? Beside that, they compel good Men that would gladly serve the Lord, assembling in his Temple and Church upon his day,
As concerning the second Table of Gods Law, and all sins that may be committed against Man, who seeth not that they be contained in Rebellion? For first, the Rebels do not only dishonor their Prince, the Parent of their Country,
As Concerning the second Table of God's Law, and all Sins that may be committed against Man, who sees not that they be contained in Rebellion? For First, the Rebels do not only dishonour their Prince, the Parent of their Country,
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but also do dishonor and shame their natural Parents, if they have any, do shame their Kindred and Friends, do disinherit and undo for ever their Children and Heirs.
but also do dishonour and shame their natural Parents, if they have any, do shame their Kindred and Friends, do disinherit and undo for ever their Children and Heirs.
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But Rebels are the cause of infinite Robberies, and murderers of great Multitudes, and of those also whom they should defend from the spoil and violence of other;
But Rebels Are the cause of infinite Robberies, and murderers of great Multitudes, and of those also whom they should defend from the spoil and violence of other;
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What are the forcible oppressions of Matrons and Mens Wives, and the violating and deflouring of Virgins and Maids, which are most rife with Rebels? How horrible and damnable think you are they? Now besides that, Rebels by breach of their Faith given,
What Are the forcible oppressions of Matrons and Men's Wives, and the violating and deflowering of Virgins and Maids, which Are most rife with Rebels? How horrible and damnable think you Are they? Now beside that, Rebels by breach of their Faith given,
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It is wondrous to see what false colours and feigned causes, by slanderous lies made upon their Prince and the Counsellors, Rebels will devise to cloak their Rebellion withal, which is the worst and most damnable of all false witness-bearing that may be possible:
It is wondrous to see what false colours and feigned Causes, by slanderous lies made upon their Prince and the Counsellors, Rebels will devise to cloak their Rebellion withal, which is the worst and most damnable of all false Witnessbearing that may be possible:
For what should I speak of coveting or desiring of other Mens Wives, Houses, Lands, Goods and Servants, in Rebels, who by their wills would leave unto no Man any thing of his own.
For what should I speak of coveting or desiring of other Men's Wives, Houses, Lands, Goods and Servants, in Rebels, who by their wills would leave unto no Man any thing of his own.
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Thus you see that all good Laws are by Rebels violated and broken, and that all sins possible to be committed against God or Man, be contained in Rebellion;
Thus you see that all good Laws Are by Rebels violated and broken, and that all Sins possible to be committed against God or Man, be contained in Rebellion;
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so cometh it of a Luciferian pride and presumption, that a few rebellious Subjects should set themselves up against the Majesty of their Prince, against the Wisdom of the Counsellors, against the power and force of all Nobility,
so comes it of a Luciferian pride and presumption, that a few rebellious Subject's should Set themselves up against the Majesty of their Prince, against the Wisdom of the Counsellors, against the power and force of all Nobilt,
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As for Envy, Wrath, Murder, and desire of Blood, and covetousness of other Mens Goods, Lands and Livings, they are the inseparable accidents of all Rebels,
As for Envy, Wrath, Murder, and desire of Blood, and covetousness of other Men's Goods, Lands and Livings, they Are the inseparable accidents of all Rebels,
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And where other Gluttons and Drunkards take too much of such Meats ▪ and Drinks as are served to Tables, Rebels waste and consume in short space, all Corn in Barns, Fields,
And where other Gluttons and Drunkards take too much of such Meats ▪ and Drinks as Are served to Tables, Rebels waste and consume in short Molle, all Corn in Barns, Fields,
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so much more do unmarried Men, worse than any Stallions or Horses, (being now by Rebellion set at liberty from Correction of Laws, which bridled them before,) abuse by force, other Mens Wives and Daughters,
so much more do unmarried Men, Worse than any Stallions or Horses, (being now by Rebellion Set At liberty from Correction of Laws, which bridled them before,) abuse by force, other Men's Wives and Daughters,
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Thus all sins, by all names that sins may be named, and by all means that sins may be committed and wrought, do all wholly upon heaps follow Rebellion,
Thus all Sins, by all names that Sins may be nam, and by all means that Sins may be committed and wrought, do all wholly upon heaps follow Rebellion,
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For it is known, that in the resorting of great Companies of Men together, which in Rebellion happeneth both upon the part of true Subjects and of the Rebels, by their close lying together,
For it is known, that in the resorting of great Companies of Men together, which in Rebellion Happeneth both upon the part of true Subject's and of the Rebels, by their close lying together,
It is well known, I say, that as well Plagues and Pestilences, as all other kinds of Sicknesses and Maladies, by these means grow up and spring amongst Men, whereby more Men are consumed at the length,
It is well known, I say, that as well Plagues and Pestilences, as all other Kinds of Sicknesses and Maladies, by these means grow up and spring among Men, whereby more Men Are consumed At the length,
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So that not only Pestilences, but also all other Sicknesses, Diseases and Maladies, do follow Rebellion, which are much more horrible than Plagues, Pestilences and Diseases, sent directly from God,
So that not only Pestilences, but also all other Sicknesses, Diseases and Maladies, do follow Rebellion, which Are much more horrible than Plagues, Pestilences and Diseases, sent directly from God,
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and also do let all other Men, Husband-men, and others, from their Husbandry, and other necessary works, whereby Provision should be made for times to come;
and also do let all other Men, Husbandmen, and Others, from their Husbandry, and other necessary works, whereby Provision should be made for times to come;
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who seeth not that extream Famin and Hunger must needs shortly ensue and follow Rebellion? Now whereas the wise King and godly Prophet David judged War to be worse than either Famin or Pestilence,
who sees not that extreme Famine and Hunger must needs shortly ensue and follow Rebellion? Now whereas the wise King and godly Prophet David judged War to be Worse than either Famine or Pestilence,
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as Corn, and other things necessary to Mans use, to be spoiled, Houses, Villages, Towns, Cities to be taken, sacked, burned and destroyed, not only many very wealthy Men,
as Corn, and other things necessary to men use, to be spoiled, Houses, Villages, Towns, Cities to be taken, sacked, burned and destroyed, not only many very wealthy Men,
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but whole Countries to be impoverished and utterly beggered, many thousands of Men to be slain and murthered, Women and Maids to be violated and deflowred;
but Whole Countries to be impoverished and utterly beggared, many thousands of Men to be slave and murdered, Women and Maids to be violated and deflowered;
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But when these mischiefs are wrought in Rebellion by them that should be Friends, by Countrymen, by Kinsmen, by those that should defend their Country and Country-men from such miseries;
But when these mischiefs Are wrought in Rebellion by them that should be Friends, by Countrymen, by Kinsmen, by those that should defend their Country and Countrymen from such misery's;
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the misery is nothing so great as is the mischief and wickedness, when the Subjects unnaturally do Rebel against their Prince, whose honor and life they should defend,
the misery is nothing so great as is the mischief and wickedness, when the Subject's unnaturally do Rebel against their Prince, whose honour and life they should defend,
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the Brother to seek, and often to work the death of his Brother, the Son of the Father, the Father to seek or procure the death of his Sons, being at Mans Age,
the Brother to seek, and often to work the death of his Brother, the Son of the Father, the Father to seek or procure the death of his Sons, being At men Age,
and universally instead of all Quietness, Joy and Felicity, which do follow blessed Peace and due Obedience, to bring in all troubles, sorrow, disquietness of Minds and Bodies,
and universally instead of all Quietness, Joy and Felicity, which do follow blessed Peace and due obedience, to bring in all Troubles, sorrow, disquietness of Minds and Bodies,
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and to consume the strength of the Realm, their natural Country, as well by the spending and wasting of the Mony and Treasure of the Prince and Realm,
and to consume the strength of the Realm, their natural Country, as well by the spending and wasting of the Money and Treasure of the Prince and Realm,
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as by murdering the People of the same, their own Country-men, who should defend the honor of their Prince and liberty of their Country, against the Invasion of Foreign Enemies:
as by murdering the People of the same, their own Countrymen, who should defend the honour of their Prince and liberty of their Country, against the Invasion of Foreign Enemies:
And so finally, To make their Country thus by their mischief weakned, ready to be a prey and spoil to all outward Enemies that will invade it, to the utter and perpetual captivity, slavery,
And so finally, To make their Country thus by their mischief weakened, ready to be a prey and spoil to all outward Enemies that will invade it, to the utter and perpetual captivity, slavery,
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and destruction of all their Country-men, their Children, their Friends, their Kinsfolk left alive, whom by their wicked Rebellion, they procure to be delivered into the hands of the Foreign Enemies,
and destruction of all their Countrymen, their Children, their Friends, their Kinsfolk left alive, whom by their wicked Rebellion, they procure to be Delivered into the hands of the Foreign Enemies,
But commonly they be rewarded with shameful Deaths, their Hands and Carcasses set upon Poles, and hanged in Chains, eaten with Kites and Crows, judged unworthy the honor of Burial;
But commonly they be rewarded with shameful Death's, their Hands and Carcases Set upon Poles, and hanged in Chains, eaten with Kites and Crows, judged unworthy the honour of Burial;
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and the Rebels themselves are the very Figures of Fiends and Devils, and their Captain the ungracious pattern of Lucifer and Satan, the Prince of darkness;
and the Rebels themselves Are the very Figures of Fiends and Devils, and their Captain the ungracious pattern of Lucifer and Satan, the Prince of darkness;
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O Most mighty God, the Lord of Hosts, the Governor of all Creatures, the only giver of all Victories, who alone art able to strengthen the Weak against the Mighty,
Oh Most mighty God, the Lord of Hosts, the Governor of all Creatures, the only giver of all Victories, who alone art able to strengthen the Weak against the Mighty,
as to their own natural Prince and Country, and manifestly to this Crown and Realm of England, which thou hast of thy Divine Providence assigned in these our days, to the government of thy Servant, our Sovereign and gracious KING.
as to their own natural Prince and Country, and manifestly to this Crown and Realm of England, which thou hast of thy Divine Providence assigned in these our days, to the government of thy Servant, our Sovereign and gracious KING.
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or else so abate their cruelty (O most mighty Lord,) that this our Christian Realm, with others that confess thy holy GOSPEL, may obtain by thy aid and strength, surety from all Enemies, without shedding of Christian Blood, whereby all they which be oppressed with their Tyranny, may be relieved,
or Else so abate their cruelty (Oh most mighty Lord,) that this our Christian Realm, with Others that confess thy holy GOSPEL, may obtain by thy aid and strength, surety from all Enemies, without shedding of Christian Blood, whereby all they which be oppressed with their Tyranny, may be relieved,
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And that we for these thy Mercies, joyntly all together with one consonant Heart and Voice, may thankfully render to thee all Laud and Praise, that we knit in one godly Concord and Unity amongst our selves, may continually magnifie thy glorious Name, who with thy Son our Saviour Jesus Christ,
And that we for these thy mercies, jointly all together with one consonant Heart and Voice, may thankfully render to thee all Laud and Praise, that we knit in one godly Concord and Unity among our selves, may continually magnify thy glorious Name, who with thy Son our Saviour jesus christ,
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FOr your further instruction, (good People,) to shew unto you how much Almighty God doth abhor Disobedience and Wilful Rebellion, specially when Rebels advance themselves so high, that they arm themselves with Weapon,
FOr your further instruction, (good People,) to show unto you how much Almighty God does abhor Disobedience and Wilful Rebellion, specially when Rebels advance themselves so high, that they arm themselves with Weapon,
as do only but inwardly grudge, mutter, and murmur against their Governors, though their inward Treason so privily hatched in their Breasts, come not to open Declaration of their doings,
as do only but inwardly grudge, mutter, and murmur against their Governors, though their inward Treason so privily hatched in their Breasts, come not to open Declaration of their doings,
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Which horrible destructions of such Israelites as were Murmurers against Moses, appointed by God to be their Head and chief Magistrate, are recorded in the Book of Numbers, and other places of the Scriptures;
Which horrible destructions of such Israelites as were Murmurers against Moses, appointed by God to be their Head and chief Magistrate, Are recorded in the Book of Numbers, and other places of the Scriptures;
for perpetual memory and warning to all subjects, how highly God is displeased with the murmuring and evil speaking of Subjects against their Princes;
for perpetual memory and warning to all subject's, how highly God is displeased with the murmuring and evil speaking of Subject's against their Princes;
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Now if such strange and horrible Plagues did fall upon such Subjects as did only murmur and speak evil against their Heads, what shall become of those most wicked imps of the Devil that do conspire, arm themselves, assemble great numbers of Armed Rebels,
Now if such strange and horrible Plagues did fallen upon such Subject's as did only murmur and speak evil against their Heads, what shall become of those most wicked imps of the devil that do conspire, arm themselves, assemble great numbers of Armed Rebels,
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and these so many Examples before noted out of the Holy Scriptures, do declare, That they shall not escape horrible punishment therefore. Now concerning Actual Rebellion;
and these so many Examples before noted out of the Holy Scriptures, do declare, That they shall not escape horrible punishment Therefore. Now Concerning Actual Rebellion;
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as it were for that purpose, caught him by the great and long Bush of his goodly Hair, lapping about it as he fled hastily bare-headed under the said Tree,
as it were for that purpose, caught him by the great and long Bush of his goodly Hair, lapping about it as he fled hastily bareheaded under the said Tree,
God the King of all Kings being so offended with him, that rather than he should lack due Execution for his Treason, every Tree by the Way will be a Gallows or Gibbet unto him,
God the King of all Kings being so offended with him, that rather than he should lack due Execution for his Treason, every Tree by the Way will be a Gallows or Gibbet unto him,
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Likewise, is it to be seen in the Holy Scriptures, how that great Rebellion, which the Traitor Seba moved in Israel, was suddenly appeased, the head of the Captain Traitor (by the means of a silly Woman,) being cut off.
Likewise, is it to be seen in the Holy Scriptures, how that great Rebellion, which the Traitor Seba moved in Israel, was suddenly appeased, the head of the Captain Traitor (by the means of a silly Woman,) being Cut off.
yet did he never long prosper Rebellious Subjects against their Prince, were they never so great in Authority, or so many in number. Five Princes or Kings (for so the Scripture termeth them,) with all their multitudes, could not prevail against Chedorlaomer, unto whom they had promised Loyalty and Obedience, and had continued in the same certain years,
yet did he never long prosper Rebellious Subject's against their Prince, were they never so great in authority, or so many in number. Five Princes or Kings (for so the Scripture termeth them,) with all their Multitudes, could not prevail against Chedorlaomer, unto whom they had promised Loyalty and obedience, and had continued in the same certain Years,
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but Abraham with his Family and Kinsfolks, an handful of Men in respect, owing no subjection unto Chedorlaomer, overthrew him and all his Host in Battel,
but Abraham with his Family and Kinsfolks, an handful of Men in respect, owing no subjection unto Chedorlaomer, overthrew him and all his Host in Battle,
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So that though War be so dreadful and cruel a thing, as it is, yet doth God often prosper a few in lawful Wars with Foreign Enemies, against many thousands;
So that though War be so dreadful and cruel a thing, as it is, yet does God often prosper a few in lawful Wars with Foreign Enemies, against many thousands;
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Though not only great multitudes of the rude and rascal Commons, but sometime also Men of great Wit, Nobility and Authority, have moved Rebellions against their lawful Princes, (whereas true Nobility should most abhor such Villanous,
Though not only great Multitudes of the rude and rascal Commons, but sometime also Men of great Wit, Nobilt and authority, have moved Rebellions against their lawful Princes, (whereas true Nobilt should most abhor such Villainous,
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as the Redress of the Common-wealth (which Rebellion of all other mischiefs doth most destroy,) or Reformation of Religion, (whereas Rebellion is most against all true Religion,) though they have made a great shew of holy meaning by beginning their Rebellions with a counterfeit Service of God, (as did wicked Absalom begin his Rebellion with Sacrificing unto God,) though they display and bear about Ensigns and Banners, which are acceptable unto the rude ignorant common people;
as the Redress of the Commonwealth (which Rebellion of all other mischiefs does most destroy,) or Reformation of Religion, (whereas Rebellion is most against all true Religion,) though they have made a great show of holy meaning by beginning their Rebellions with a counterfeit Service of God, (as did wicked Absalom begin his Rebellion with Sacrificing unto God,) though they display and bear about Ensigns and Banners, which Are acceptable unto the rude ignorant Common people;
yet were the multitudes of the Rebels never so huge and great, the Captains never so noble, politic and witty, the Pretences feigned to be never so good and holy,
yet were the Multitudes of the Rebels never so huge and great, the Captains never so noble, politic and witty, the Pretences feigned to be never so good and holy,
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or what colour or cause soever they pretended, is and ever hath been such, that God thereby doth shew, that he alloweth neither the dignity of any Person,
or what colour or cause soever they pretended, is and ever hath been such, that God thereby does show, that he alloweth neither the dignity of any Person,
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and Religion now of late beginneth to be a colour of Rebellion; let all godly and discreet Subjects consider well of both, and first concerning Religion.
and Religion now of late begins to be a colour of Rebellion; let all godly and discreet Subject's Consider well of both, and First Concerning Religion.
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If peaceable King Solomon was judged of God to be more meet to build his Temple, (whereby the ordering of Religion is meant,) than his Father King David, though otherwise a most godly King;
If peaceable King Solomon was judged of God to be more meet to built his Temple, (whereby the ordering of Religion is meant,) than his Father King David, though otherwise a most godly King;
Of this may all godly and reasonable Subjects consider, that a peaceable Prince, specially our most peaceable and merciful King, who hath hitherto shed no Blood at all, no, not of his most deadly Enemies, is more like and far meeter, either to set up or to maintain true Religion,
Of this may all godly and reasonable Subject's Consider, that a peaceable Prince, specially our most peaceable and merciful King, who hath hitherto shed no Blood At all, no, not of his most deadly Enemies, is more like and Far meeter, either to Set up or to maintain true Religion,
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yea, the destruction of their most gracious Prince and natural Country, for defence of whom they ought to be ready to shed their Blood if need should so require.
yea, the destruction of their most gracious Prince and natural Country, for defence of whom they ought to be ready to shed their Blood if need should so require.
even as good a Religion surely, as Rebels be good Men and obedient Subjects, and as Rebellion is a good Mean of Redress and Reformation, being it self the greatest deformation of all that may possibly be.
even as good a Religion surely, as Rebels be good Men and obedient Subject's, and as Rebellion is a good Mean of Redress and Reformation, being it self the greatest deformation of all that may possibly be.
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so hath a frantic Religion need of such furious maintainances as is Rebellion, and of such Patrons as are Rebels, being ready not to die for the true Religion,
so hath a frantic Religion need of such furious maintainances as is Rebellion, and of such Patrons as Are Rebels, being ready not to die for the true Religion,
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And who so looketh on the one part upon the Persons and Government of the Kings most Honorable Counsellors, by the experiment of so many years proved honorable to his Majesty,
And who so looks on the one part upon the Persons and Government of the Kings most Honourable Counsellors, by the experiment of so many Years proved honourable to his Majesty,
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as they take upon them, of the present Government, he shall find that the most rash and hair-brain'd Men, the greatest unthrifts that have most lewdly wasted their own Goods and Lands, those that are over the ears in debt,
as they take upon them, of the present Government, he shall find that the most rash and Hair-brained Men, the greatest unthrifts that have most lewdly wasted their own Goods and Lands, those that Are over the ears in debt,
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and such as for their Thefts, Robberies and Murders, dare not in any well governed Common-wealth, where good Laws are in force, shew their Faces, such as are of most lewd and wicked Behavior and Life,
and such as for their Thefts, Robberies and Murders, Dare not in any well governed Commonwealth, where good Laws Are in force, show their Faces, such as Are of most lewd and wicked Behaviour and Life,
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And are not these meet Men, trow you, to restore the Common-wealth decayed, who have so spoiled and consumed all their own Wealth and Thrift? and very like to amend other Mens manners, who have so vile Vices and abominable;
And Are not these meet Men, trow you, to restore the Commonwealth decayed, who have so spoiled and consumed all their own Wealth and Thrift? and very like to amend other Men's manners, who have so vile Vices and abominable;
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and too well appear by their doing in such places of the Country where Rebels do rout, where though they tarry but a very little while, they make such Reformation that they destroy all places,
and too well appear by their doing in such places of the Country where Rebels do rout, where though they tarry but a very little while, they make such Reformation that they destroy all places,
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and born by Rebels, though it have the image of the Plough painted therein, with God speed the Plough, written under in great Letters, knowing that none hinder the Plough more than Rebels, who will neither go to the Plough themselves,
and born by Rebels, though it have the image of the Plough painted therein, with God speed the Plough, written under in great Letters, knowing that none hinder the Plough more than Rebels, who will neither go to the Plough themselves,
though they little knowing what the Cross of Christ meaneth, which neither Carver nor Painter can make, do bear the Image of the Cross painted in a Rag, against those that have the Cross of Christ painted in their Hearts,
though they little knowing what the Cross of christ means, which neither Carver nor Painter can make, do bear the Image of the Cross painted in a Rag, against those that have the Cross of christ painted in their Hearts,
yea, though they paint withal in their Flags, Hoc signo vinces. By this Sign thou shalt get the Victory, by a most fond imitation of the Posie of Constantinus Magnus, that noble Christian Emperor,
yea, though they paint withal in their Flags, Hoc Sign vinces. By this Signen thou shalt get the Victory, by a most found imitation of the Posy of Constantinus Magnus, that noble Christian Emperor,
so notwithstanding these Pretences made and Banners born, are recorded withal to perpetual Memory, the great and horrible murders of infinite multitudes and thousands of the Common People slain in Rebellion, dreadful executions of the Authors and Captains, the pitiful undoing of their Wives and Children,
so notwithstanding these Pretences made and Banners born, Are recorded withal to perpetual Memory, the great and horrible murders of infinite Multitudes and thousands of the Common People slave in Rebellion, dreadful executions of the Authors and Captains, the pitiful undoing of their Wives and Children,
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and disinheriting of the Heirs of the Rebels for ever, the spoiling, wasting, and destruction of the People and Country where Rebellion was first begun, that the Child then,
and disinheriting of the Heirs of the Rebels for ever, the spoiling, wasting, and destruction of the People and Country where Rebellion was First begun, that the Child then,
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and yet unborn might rue and lament it, with the final overthrow and shameful deaths of all Rebels, set forth as well in the Histories of Foreign Nations,
and yet unborn might rue and lament it, with the final overthrow and shameful death's of all Rebels, Set forth as well in the Histories of Foreign nations,
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as in the Chronicles of our own Country, some thereof being yet in fresh Memory, which if they were collected together, would make many Volums and Books:
as in the Chronicles of our own Country, Some thereof being yet in fresh Memory, which if they were collected together, would make many Volumes and Books:
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But on the contrary part, all good luck, success and prosperity that ever hapned unto any Rebels of any Age, Time or Country, may be contained in a very few lines or words.
But on the contrary part, all good luck, success and Prosperity that ever happened unto any Rebels of any Age, Time or Country, may be contained in a very few lines or words.
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Wherefore, to conclude, let all good Subjects, considering how horrible a sin against God, their Prince, their Country and Country-men, against all Gods and Mans Laws Rebellion is, being indeed not one several sin,
Wherefore, to conclude, let all good Subject's, considering how horrible a since against God, their Prince, their Country and Countrymen, against all God's and men Laws Rebellion is, being indeed not one several since,
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but all sins against God and Man heaped together, considering the mischievous life and deeds, and the shameful ends and deaths of all Rebels hitherto;
but all Sins against God and Man heaped together, considering the mischievous life and Deeds, and the shameful ends and death's of all Rebels hitherto;
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and embrace due obedience to God and our Prince, as the greatest of all Vertues, that we may both escape all Evils and Miseries that do follow Rebellion in this World,
and embrace due Obedience to God and our Prince, as the greatest of all Virtues, that we may both escape all Evils and Misery's that do follow Rebellion in this World,
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and eternal damnation in the World to come, and enjoy Peace, Quietness and Security, with all other Gods benefits and blessings which follow Obedience in this life,
and Eternal damnation in the World to come, and enjoy Peace, Quietness and Security, with all other God's benefits and blessings which follow obedience in this life,
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O Most mighty God, the Lord of Hosts, the Governor of all Creatures, the only giver of all Victories, who alone art able to strengthen the Weak against the Mighty,
Oh Most mighty God, the Lord of Hosts, the Governor of all Creatures, the only giver of all Victories, who alone art able to strengthen the Weak against the Mighty,
O Lord, withstand the cruelty of all those which be common Enemies, as well to the truth of thy eternal Word, as to their own natural Prince and Country,
O Lord, withstand the cruelty of all those which be Common Enemies, as well to the truth of thy Eternal Word, as to their own natural Prince and Country,
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and manifestly to this Crown and Realm of England, which thou hast of thy Divine Providence assigned in these our days, to the government of thy Servant, our Sovereign and gracious KING.
and manifestly to this Crown and Realm of England, which thou hast of thy Divine Providence assigned in these our days, to the government of thy Servant, our Sovereign and gracious KING.
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or else so abate their cruelty (O most mighty Lord,) that this our Christian Realm, with others that confess thy holy GOSPEL, may obtain by thy aid and strength, surety from all Enemies, without shedding of Christian Blood, whereby all they which be oppressed with their Tyranny, may be relieved,
or Else so abate their cruelty (Oh most mighty Lord,) that this our Christian Realm, with Others that confess thy holy GOSPEL, may obtain by thy aid and strength, surety from all Enemies, without shedding of Christian Blood, whereby all they which be oppressed with their Tyranny, may be relieved,
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And that we for these thy Mercies, joyntly all together with one consonant Heart and Voice, may thankfully render to thee all Laud and Praise, that we knit in one godly Concord and Unity amongst our selves, may continually magnifie thy glorious Name, who with thy Son our Saviour Jesus Christ,
And that we for these thy mercies, jointly all together with one consonant Heart and Voice, may thankfully render to thee all Laud and Praise, that we knit in one godly Concord and Unity among our selves, may continually magnify thy glorious Name, who with thy Son our Saviour jesus christ,
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WHereas, after both Doctrin and examples of due Obedience of Subjects to their Princes, I declared lastly unto you, what an abominable sin against God and Man Rebellion is,
WHereas, After both Doctrine and Examples of due obedience of Subject's to their Princes, I declared lastly unto you, what an abominable since against God and Man Rebellion is,
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it shall not be either impertinent or unprofitable now to declare who they be, whom the Devil, the first Author and Founder of Rebellion, doth chiefly use, to the stirring up of Subjects to Rebel against their lawful Princes;
it shall not be either impertinent or unprofitable now to declare who they be, whom the devil, the First Author and Founder of Rebellion, does chiefly use, to the stirring up of Subject's to Rebel against their lawful Princes;
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By Ignorance, I mean no unskilfulness in Arts and Sciences, but the lack of knowledge of Gods blessed Will declared in his holy Word, which teacheth both extreamly to abhor all Rebellion,
By Ignorance, I mean no unskilfulness in Arts and Sciences, but the lack of knowledge of God's blessed Will declared in his holy Word, which Teaches both extremely to abhor all Rebellion,
And as these are the two chief causes of Rebellion, so are there specially two sorts of Men in whom these Vices do Reign, by whom the Devil, the Author of all evil, doth chiefly stir up all Disobedience and Rebellion.
And as these Are the two chief Causes of Rebellion, so Are there specially two sorts of Men in whom these Vices do Reign, by whom the devil, the Author of all evil, does chiefly stir up all Disobedience and Rebellion.
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wherein, when they cannot prevail against the ordinary Authority and Power of lawful Princes and Governors themselves alone, they do seek the aid and help of the ignorant multitude, abusing them to their wicked purpose.
wherein, when they cannot prevail against the ordinary authority and Power of lawful Princes and Governors themselves alone, they do seek the aid and help of the ignorant multitude, abusing them to their wicked purpose.
Wherefore, seeing a few ambitious and malitious are the Authors and Heads, and multitudes of ignorant Men are the Ministers and furtherers of Rebellion;
Wherefore, seeing a few ambitious and malicious Are the Authors and Heads, and Multitudes of ignorant Men Are the Ministers and furtherers of Rebellion;
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the chief Point of this part shall be as well to notifie to the simple and ignorant Men, who they be that have been and be usual Authors of Rebellion, that they may know them;
the chief Point of this part shall be as well to notify to the simple and ignorant Men, who they be that have been and be usual Authors of Rebellion, that they may know them;
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that Rebellions, (though attempted by a few Ambitious,) through the lack of maintainance by any multitudes, may speedily and easily, without any great labor, danger or damage, be re-ressed and clearly extinguished.
that Rebellions, (though attempted by a few Ambitious,) through the lack of maintenance by any Multitudes, may speedily and Easily, without any great labour, danger or damage, be re-ressed and clearly extinguished.
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nor have more perniciously moved the ignorant People to Rebellion against their Princes, than certain Persons which falsly challenge to themselves to be only counted and called Spiritual.
nor have more perniciously moved the ignorant People to Rebellion against their Princes, than certain Persons which falsely challenge to themselves to be only counted and called Spiritual.
how our Saviour Jesus Christ and his holy Apostles, the Heads and chief of all true Spiritual and Ecclesiastical Men, behaved themselves towards the Princes and Rulers of their time,
how our Saviour jesus christ and his holy Apostles, the Heads and chief of all true Spiritual and Ecclesiastical Men, behaved themselves towards the Princes and Rulers of their time,
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The holy Scriptures do teach most expresly, that our Saviour Christ himself, and his Apostles, St. Paul, St. Peter, with others, were unto the Magistrates and higher Powers, which ruled at their being upon the Earth, both obedient themselves,
The holy Scriptures do teach most expressly, that our Saviour christ himself, and his Apostles, Saint Paul, Saint Peter, with Others, were unto the Magistrates and higher Powers, which ruled At their being upon the Earth, both obedient themselves,
Our Saviour Christ likewise teaching by his Doctrin that his Kingdom was not of this World, did by his Example in fleeing from those that would have made him King, confirm the same;
Our Saviour christ likewise teaching by his Doctrine that his Kingdom was not of this World, did by his Exampl in fleeing from those that would have made him King, confirm the same;
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both was Christs Church more clear from ambitious Emulations and Contentions, and the State of Christian Kingdoms less subject unto Tumults and Rebellions.
both was Christ Church more clear from ambitious Emulations and Contentions, and the State of Christian Kingdoms less Subject unto Tumults and Rebellions.
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But after that Ambition and desire of Dominion entred once into Ecclesiastical Ministers, whose greatness, after the Doctrin and Example of our Saviour, should chiefly stand in humbling themselves;
But After that Ambition and desire of Dominion entered once into Ecclesiastical Ministers, whose greatness, After the Doctrine and Exampl of our Saviour, should chiefly stand in humbling themselves;
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and never yet well able to govern the same, did by intolerable Ambition, challenge not only to he the Head of all the Church dispersed throughout the World,
and never yet well able to govern the same, did by intolerable Ambition, challenge not only to he the Head of all the Church dispersed throughout the World,
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but also to be Lord of all Kingdoms of the World, as is expresly set forth in the Book of his own Canon Laws, most contrary to the Doctrin and Example of our Saviour Christ, whose Vicar,
but also to be Lord of all Kingdoms of the World, as is expressly Set forth in the Book of his own Canon Laws, most contrary to the Doctrine and Exampl of our Saviour christ, whose Vicar,
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After this Ambition entred, and his Challenge once made by the Bishop of Rome, he became at once the spoiler and destroyer both of the Church, which is the Kingdom of our Saviour Christ,
After this Ambition entered, and his Challenge once made by the Bishop of Rome, he became At once the spoiler and destroyer both of the Church, which is the Kingdom of our Saviour christ,
and the Grecian Clergy and Christians of the East on the other part, for that they refused to acknowledge any such Supream Authority of the Bishop of Rome over them:
and the Grecian Clergy and Christians of the East on the other part, for that they refused to acknowledge any such Supreme authority of the Bishop of Room over them:
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And when the Bishops of Rome had translated the Title of the Emperor, and as much as in them did lie, the Empire it self, from their Lord the Emperor of of Greece, and of Rome also by right unto the Christian Princes of the West, they became in short space no better unto the West Emperors,
And when the Bishops of Room had translated the Title of the Emperor, and as much as in them did lie, the Empire it self, from their Lord the Emperor of of Greece, and of Room also by right unto the Christian Princes of the West, they became in short Molle no better unto the West Emperor's,
than they were before unto the Emperors of Greece; for the usual discharging of Subjects from their Oath of Fidelity, made unto the Emperors of the West their Sovereign Lords, by the Bishops of Rome; the unnatural stirring up of the Subjects unto Rebellion against their Princes,
than they were before unto the Emperor's of Greece; for the usual discharging of Subject's from their Oath of Fidis, made unto the Emperor's of the West their Sovereign lords, by the Bishops of Room; the unnatural stirring up of the Subject's unto Rebellion against their Princes,
yea, of the Son against the Father, by the Bishop of Rome; the most cruel and bloody Wars raised amongst Christian Princes of all Kingdoms, the horrible murder of infinite thousands of Christian Men, being slain by Christians;
yea, of the Son against the Father, by the Bishop of Room; the most cruel and bloody Wars raised among Christian Princes of all Kingdoms, the horrible murder of infinite thousands of Christian Men, being slave by Christians;
and which ensued thereupon, the pitiful losses of so many goodly Cities, Countries, Dominions and Kingdoms, sometime possessed by Christians in Asia, Africa, Europe;
and which ensued thereupon, the pitiful losses of so many goodly Cities, Countries, Dominions and Kingdoms, sometime possessed by Christians in Asia, Africa, Europe;
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the miserable fall of the Empire and Church of Greece, sometime the most flourishing part of Christendom, into the hands of the Turks; the lamentable diminishing, decay, and ruin of Christian Religion;
the miserable fallen of the Empire and Church of Greece, sometime the most flourishing part of Christendom, into the hands of the Turks; the lamentable diminishing, decay, and ruin of Christian Religion;
the dreadful increase of Paganism, and Power of the Infidels and Miscreants, and all by the practice and procurement of the Bishop of Rome chiefly, is in the Histories and Chronicles written by the Bishop of Romes own Favorers and Friends to be seen,
the dreadful increase of Paganism, and Power of the Infidels and Miscreants, and all by the practice and procurement of the Bishop of Room chiefly, is in the Histories and Chronicles written by the Bishop of Romes own Favourers and Friends to be seen,
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The ambitious intents and most subtil drifts of the Bishops of Rome in these their Practices, appeared evidently by their bold attempt in spoiling and robbing the Emperors of their Towns, Cities, Dominions and Kingdoms, in Italy, Lombardy and Sicily, of ancient right belonging to the Empire;
The ambitious intents and most subtle drifts of the Bishops of Room in these their Practices, appeared evidently by their bold attempt in spoiling and robbing the Emperor's of their Towns, Cities, Dominions and Kingdoms, in Italy, Lombardy and Sicily, of ancient right belonging to the Empire;
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and by joyning of them unto their Bishoprick of Rome, or else giving them unto strangers, to hold them of the Church and Bishop of Rome as in capite, and as of the chief Lords thereof, in which tenure they hold the most part thereof even at this day.
and by joining of them unto their Bishopric of Room, or Else giving them unto Strangers, to hold them of the Church and Bishop of Room as in capite, and as of the chief lords thereof, in which tenure they hold the most part thereof even At this day.
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the Bishops of Rome, of Priests, and none other by right than the Bishops of one City and Diocess, are by false usurpation become great Lords of many Dominions, mighty Princes,
the Bishops of Room, of Priests, and none other by right than the Bishops of one city and Diocese, Are by false usurpation become great lords of many Dominions, mighty Princes,
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And indeed, since the time that the Bishops of Rome by Ambition, Treason and Usurpation, atchieved and attained to this height and greatness, they behaved themselves more like Princes, Kings and Emperors in all things,
And indeed, since the time that the Bishops of Room by Ambition, Treason and Usurpation, achieved and attained to this height and greatness, they behaved themselves more like Princes, Kings and Emperor's in all things,
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Wherefore let all good Subjects knowing these, the special Instruments and Ministers of the Devil, to the stirring up of all Rebellions, avoid and flee them and the pestilent suggestions of such Foreign Usurpers and their Adherents,
Wherefore let all good Subject's knowing these, the special Instruments and Ministers of the devil, to the stirring up of all Rebellions, avoid and flee them and the pestilent suggestions of such Foreign Usurpers and their Adherents,
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and embrace all obedience to God, and their natural Princes and Sovereigns, that they may enjoy Gods blessings and their Princes favor, all Peace, Quietness, Security in this World,
and embrace all Obedience to God, and their natural Princes and Sovereigns, that they may enjoy God's blessings and their Princes favour, all Peace, Quietness, Security in this World,
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O Most mighty God, the Lord of Hosts, the Governor of all Creatures, the only giver of all Victories, who alone art able to strengthen the Weak against the Mighty,
Oh Most mighty God, the Lord of Hosts, the Governor of all Creatures, the only giver of all Victories, who alone art able to strengthen the Weak against the Mighty,
as to their own natural Prince and Country, and manifestly to this Crown and Realm of England, which thou hast of thy Divine Providence assigned in these our days to the Government of thy Servant, our Sovereign and gracious KING.
as to their own natural Prince and Country, and manifestly to this Crown and Realm of England, which thou hast of thy Divine Providence assigned in these our days to the Government of thy Servant, our Sovereign and gracious KING.
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or else so abate their cruelty (O most mighty Lord) that this our Christian Realm, with others that confess thy holy GOSPEL, may obtain by thy aid and strength, surety from all Enemies, without shedding of Christian Blood, whereby all they which be oppressed with their Tyranny, may be relieved,
or Else so abate their cruelty (Oh most mighty Lord) that this our Christian Realm, with Others that confess thy holy GOSPEL, may obtain by thy aid and strength, surety from all Enemies, without shedding of Christian Blood, whereby all they which be oppressed with their Tyranny, may be relieved,
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And that we for these thy Mercies, joyntly all together with one consonant Heart and Voice, may thankfully render to thee all Laud and Praise, that we, knit in one Godly concord and unity amongst our selves, may continually magnifie thy glorious Name, who with thy Son our Saviour Jesus Christ,
And that we for these thy mercies, jointly all together with one consonant Heart and Voice, may thankfully render to thee all Laud and Praise, that we, knit in one Godly concord and unity among our selves, may continually magnify thy glorious Name, who with thy Son our Saviour jesus christ,
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as against all other Christian Kings and Kingdoms, and their continual stirring of Subjects unto Rebellions against their Sovereign Lords, whereof I have partly admonished you before, were intolerable;
as against all other Christian Kings and Kingdoms, and their continual stirring of Subject's unto Rebellions against their Sovereign lords, whereof I have partly admonished you before, were intolerable;
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and it may seem more than marvel, that any Subjects would after such sort hold with unnatural Foreign Usurpers against their own Sovereign Lords and natural Country:
and it may seem more than marvel, that any Subject's would After such sort hold with unnatural Foreign Usurpers against their own Sovereign lords and natural Country:
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You shall understand, that by ignorance of Gods Word, wherein they kept all Men, specially the Common People, they wrought and brought to pass all these things, making them believe that all that they said was true, all that they did was good and godly;
You shall understand, that by ignorance of God's Word, wherein they kept all Men, specially the Common People, they wrought and brought to pass all these things, making them believe that all that they said was true, all that they did was good and godly;
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Our Saviour Christ himself also foreshew that it should come to pass by ignorance, that those who should persecute and murder his true Apostles and Disciples, should think they did God acceptable Sacrifice and good Service;
Our Saviour christ himself also foreshow that it should come to pass by ignorance, that those who should persecute and murder his true Apostles and Disciples, should think they did God acceptable Sacrifice and good Service;
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And in this ignorance have the Bishops of Rome kept the People of God, specially the common sort, by no means so much as by withdrawing the Word of God from them,
And in this ignorance have the Bishops of Room kept the People of God, specially the Common sort, by no means so much as by withdrawing the Word of God from them,
For as it served the ambitious humor of the Bishops of Rome, to compel all Nations to use the natural Language of the City of Rome, where they were Bishops, which shewed a certain acknowledging of subjection unto them;
For as it served the ambitious humour of the Bishops of Room, to compel all nations to use the natural Language of the city of Room, where they were Bishops, which showed a certain acknowledging of subjection unto them;
so yet served it much more their crafty purpose, thereby to keep all People so blind, that they not knowing what they prayed, what they believed, what they were commanded by God, might take all their Commandments for Gods. For as they would not suffer the Holy Scriptures or Church Service to be used or had in any other Language than the Latin,
so yet served it much more their crafty purpose, thereby to keep all People so blind, that they not knowing what they prayed, what they believed, what they were commanded by God, might take all their commandments for God's For as they would not suffer the Holy Scriptures or Church Service to be used or had in any other Language than the Latin,
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if the Emperors Subjects had known out of Gods word their Duty to their Prince, they would not have suffered the Bishop of Rome to persuade them to forsake their Sovereign Lord the Emperor against their Oath and Fidelity,
if the Emperor's Subject's had known out of God's word their Duty to their Prince, they would not have suffered the Bishop of Room to persuade them to forsake their Sovereign Lord the Emperor against their Oath and Fidis,
and to Rebel against him, only for that he cast Images (unto the which Idolatry was committed,) out of the Churches, which the Bishop of Rome bare them in hand to be Heresie.
and to Rebel against him, only for that he cast Images (unto the which Idolatry was committed,) out of the Churches, which the Bishop of Room bore them in hand to be Heresy.
If they had known of Gods Word but as much as the Ten Commandments, they should have found that the Bishop, of Rome was not only a Traitor to the Emperor his Liege Lord,
If they had known of God's Word but as much as the Ten commandments, they should have found that the Bishop, of Room was not only a Traitor to the Emperor his Liege Lord,
and that which the Bishop of Rome took for a just cause to rebel against his lawful Prince, they might have known to be a doubling and trebling of his most heinous wickedness, heaped with horrible Impiety and Blasphemy.
and that which the Bishop of Room took for a just cause to rebel against his lawful Prince, they might have known to be a doubling and trebling of his most heinous wickedness, heaped with horrible Impiety and Blasphemy.
But lest the poor People should know too much, he would not let them have as much of Gods Word as the Ten Commandments wholly and perfectly, withdrawing from them the second Commandment that bewrayeth his Impiety, by a subtil Sacriledge.
But lest the poor People should know too much, he would not let them have as much of God's Word as the Ten commandments wholly and perfectly, withdrawing from them the second Commandment that bewrayeth his Impiety, by a subtle Sacrilege.
only for that the Bishop of Rome did bear them in hand, that it was Symony and Heresie too for the Emperor to give any Ecclesiastical Dignities or promotion to his learned Chaplains,
only for that the Bishop of Room did bear them in hand, that it was Simony and Heresy too for the Emperor to give any Ecclesiastical Dignities or promotion to his learned Chaplains,
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for that the Bishop of Rome bare them so in hand, have rebelled by the space of more than forty Years together against him, with so much shedding of Christian Blood,
for that the Bishop of Room bore them so in hand, have rebelled by the Molle of more than forty years together against him, with so much shedding of Christian Blood,
and murder of so many thousands of Christians, and finally have deposed their Sovereign Lord, had they known and had in Gods Word any understanding at all? specially had they known that they did all this to pluck from their Sovereign Lord and his Successors for ever, that ancient Right of the Empire, to give it unto the Romish Clergy,
and murder of so many thousands of Christians, and finally have deposed their Sovereign Lord, had they known and had in God's Word any understanding At all? specially had they known that they did all this to pluck from their Sovereign Lord and his Successors for ever, that ancient Right of the Empire, to give it unto the Romish Clergy,
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or had any understanding in Gods Word at all? And as these ambitious Usurpers the Bishops of Rome have over-flowed all Italy and Germany with streams of Christian Blood, shed by the Rebellions of ignorant Subjects against their natural Lords and Emperors, whom they have stirred thereunto by such false pretences;
or had any understanding in God's Word At all? And as these ambitious Usurpers the Bishops of Room have overflowed all Italy and Germany with streams of Christian Blood, shed by the Rebellions of ignorant Subject's against their natural lords and Emperor's, whom they have stirred thereunto by such false pretences;
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so is there no Country in Christendom, which by their like means and false pretences hath not been over-sprinkled with the Blood of Subjects, by Rebellion against their natural Sovereigns, stirred up by the same Bishops of Rome.
so is there no Country in Christendom, which by their like means and false pretences hath not been over-sprinkled with the Blood of Subject's, by Rebellion against their natural Sovereigns, stirred up by the same Bishops of Room.
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the Bishop of Rome did pick a Quarrel to King John of England, about the Election of Stephen Langton to the Bishoprick of Canterbury, wherein the King had ancient Right, being used by his Progenitors, all Christian Kings of England, before him the Bishops of Rome having no Right,
the Bishop of Room did pick a Quarrel to King John of England, about the Election of Stephen Langton to the Bishopric of Canterbury, wherein the King had ancient Right, being used by his Progenitors, all Christian Kings of England, before him the Bishops of Room having no Right,
proceeding even by the same ways and means, and likewise cursing King John, and discharging his Subjects of their Oath of Fidelity unto their Sovereign Lord.
proceeding even by the same ways and means, and likewise cursing King John, and discharging his Subject's of their Oath of Fidis unto their Sovereign Lord.
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and for his feigned discharging of them of their Oath and Fidelity to their natural Lord, upon so slender or no ground at all, have rebelled against their Sovereign Lord the King? Would English Subjects have taken part against the King of England, and against English-men, with the French King and French-men, being incensed against this Realm by the Bishop of Rome? Would they have sent for,
and for his feigned discharging of them of their Oath and Fidis to their natural Lord, upon so slender or no ground At all, have rebelled against their Sovereign Lord the King? Would English Subject's have taken part against the King of England, and against Englishmen, with the French King and Frenchmen, being incensed against this Realm by the Bishop of Rome? Would they have sent for,
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and received the Dolphin of France with a great Army of French-men into the Realm of England? Would they have sworn Fidelity to the Dolphin of France, breaking their Oath of Fidelity to their natural Lord the King of England, and have stood under the Dolphins Banner displayed against the King of England? Would they have expelled their Sovereign Lord the King of England out of London, the chief City of England, and out of the greatest part of England, upon the South-side of the Trent, even unto Lincoln, and out of Lincoln it self also,
and received the Dolphin of France with a great Army of Frenchmen into the Realm of England? Would they have sworn Fidis to the Dolphin of France, breaking their Oath of Fidis to their natural Lord the King of England, and have stood under the Dolphins Banner displayed against the King of England? Would they have expelled their Sovereign Lord the King of England out of London, the chief city of England, and out of the greatest part of England, upon the Southside of the Trent, even unto Lincoln, and out of Lincoln it self also,
and have delivered the possession thereof unto the Dolphin of France, whereof he kept the possession a great while? Would they being English men, have procured so great shedding of English-blood, and other infinite mischiefs and miseries unto England, their natural Country,
and have Delivered the possession thereof unto the Dolphin of France, whereof he kept the possession a great while? Would they being English men, have procured so great shedding of English blood, and other infinite mischiefs and misery's unto England, their natural Country,
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as did follow those cruel Wars and traiterous Rebellion, the fruits of the Bishop of Romes blessings? Would they have driven their natural Sovereign Lord the King of England to such extremity, that he was inforced to submit himself unto that Foreign false Usurper the Bishop of Rome, who compelled him to surrender up the Crown of England into the hands of his Legat, who in token of possession kept it in his hands divers days,
as did follow those cruel Wars and traitorous Rebellion, the fruits of the Bishop of Romes blessings? Would they have driven their natural Sovereign Lord the King of England to such extremity, that he was enforced to submit himself unto that Foreign false Usurper the Bishop of Rome, who compelled him to surrender up the Crown of England into the hands of his Legate, who in token of possession kept it in his hands diverse days,
and then delivered it again to King John, upon that condition that the King and his Successors, Kings of England, should hold the Crown and Kingdom of England of the Bishop of Rome and his Successors,
and then Delivered it again to King John, upon that condition that the King and his Successors, Kings of England, should hold the Crown and Kingdom of England of the Bishop of Room and his Successors,
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Would English-men have brought their Sovereign Lord and Natural Country into this thraldom and subjection to a false Foreign Usurper, had they known and had any understanding in Gods Word at all? Out of the which most lamentable case and miserable tyranny, raveny,
Would Englishmen have brought their Sovereign Lord and Natural Country into this thraldom and subjection to a false Foreign Usurper, had they known and had any understanding in God's Word At all? Out of the which most lamentable case and miserable tyranny, raveny,
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the Bishop of Rome by his Ministers continually not only spoiling the Realm and Kings of England of infinite treasure, but also with the same Mony hiring and maintaining Foreign Enemies against the Realm and Kings of England; to keep them in such his subjection, that they should not refuse to pay whatsoever those unsatiable Wolves did greedily gape for,
the Bishop of Room by his Ministers continually not only spoiling the Realm and Kings of England of infinite treasure, but also with the same Money hiring and maintaining Foreign Enemies against the Realm and Kings of England; to keep them in such his subjection, that they should not refuse to pay whatsoever those unsatiable Wolves did greedily gape for,
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and suffer whatsoever those most cruel Tyrants would lay upon them. Would Englishmen have suffered this? Would they by Rebellion have caused this trow you,
and suffer whatsoever those most cruel Tyrants would lay upon them. Would Englishmen have suffered this? Would they by Rebellion have caused this trow you,
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and all for the Bishop of Romes causless curse, had they in those days known and understood, that God doth curse the Blessings and bless the Cursings of such wicked usurping Bishops and Tyrants? As it appeared afterward in King Henry the Eighth his days,
and all for the Bishop of Romes causeless curse, had they in those days known and understood, that God does curse the Blessings and bless the Cursings of such wicked usurping Bishops and Tyrants? As it appeared afterwards in King Henry the Eighth his days,
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and superstition of English-men, and how much they were inclined to worship the Babylonical Beast of Rome, and to fear all his threatnings and causless curses, he abused them thus;
and Superstition of Englishmen, and how much they were inclined to worship the Babylonical Beast of Room, and to Fear all his threatenings and causeless curses, he abused them thus;
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and not also see and feel these new and present oppressions of Christians, rebellions of Subjects, effusion of Christian Blood, destruction of Christian Men, decay and ruin of Christendom, increase of Paganism, most lamentable and pitiful to behold, being procured in these our days,
and not also see and feel these new and present oppressions of Christians, rebellions of Subject's, effusion of Christian Blood, destruction of Christian Men, decay and ruin of Christendom, increase of Paganism, most lamentable and pitiful to behold, being procured in these our days,
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And to joyn unto the reports of Histories, matters of later Memory, could the Bishop of Rome have raised the Rebellions in the North and West-Countries in the times of King Henry and King Edward, but by abusing of the ignorant People? Or, is it not most evident, that the Bishop of Rome hath of late attempted by his Irish Patriarchs and Bishops, sent from Rome with his Bulls, (whereof some were apprehended) to break down the Bars and Hedges of the public Peace in Ireland, only upon confidence easily to abuse the ignorance of the wild Irish-men? Or who seeth not that upon like confidence,
And to join unto the reports of Histories, matters of later Memory, could the Bishop of Room have raised the Rebellions in the North and West-Countries in the times of King Henry and King Edward, but by abusing of the ignorant People? Or, is it not most evident, that the Bishop of Room hath of late attempted by his Irish Patriarchs and Bishops, sent from Room with his Bulls, (whereof Some were apprehended) to break down the Bars and Hedges of the public Peace in Ireland, only upon confidence Easily to abuse the ignorance of the wild Irishmen? Or who sees not that upon like confidence,
yet more lately he hath likewise procured the breach of the public Peace in England, (with the long and blessed continuance whereof he is sore grieved,) by the Ministry of his disguised Chaplains, creeping in Lay-mens Apparel into the Houses,
yet more lately he hath likewise procured the breach of the public Peace in England, (with the long and blessed Continuance whereof he is soar grieved,) by the Ministry of his disguised Chaplains, creeping in Laymen's Apparel into the Houses,
and whispering in the ears of certain Northern borderers, being then most ignorant of their duty to God and to their Prince of all People of the Realm, whom therefore as most meet and ready to execute his intended purpose, he hath by the said ignorant Mass Priests,
and whispering in the ears of certain Northern borderers, being then most ignorant of their duty to God and to their Prince of all People of the Realm, whom Therefore as most meet and ready to execute his intended purpose, he hath by the said ignorant Mass Priests,
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and very dangerous to the State of the Realm, had not God of his mercy miraculously calmed that raging Tempest, not only without any Shipwrack of the Common-wealth,
and very dangerous to the State of the Realm, had not God of his mercy miraculously calmed that raging Tempest, not only without any Shipwreck of the Commonwealth,
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And it is yet much more to be lamented, that not only common People, but some other youthful or unskilful Princes also, suffer themselves to be abused by the Bishop of Rome, his Cardinals and Bishops, to oppressing of Christian Men their faithful Subjects, either themselves,
And it is yet much more to be lamented, that not only Common People, but Some other youthful or unskilful Princes also, suffer themselves to be abused by the Bishop of Rome, his Cardinals and Bishops, to oppressing of Christian Men their faithful Subject's, either themselves,
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or troubled with Rebellions, that they have neither leisure nor ability to confer their common Forces to the defence of their Fellow Christians, against such invasions of the common Enemies of Christendom, the Infidels and Miscreants.
or troubled with Rebellions, that they have neither leisure nor ability to confer their Common Forces to the defence of their Fellow Christians, against such invasions of the Common Enemies of Christendom, the Infidels and Miscreants.
for that they have repelled the knowledge of Gods Word and Law, from themselves, and from his people, that he will repel them, that they shall be no more his Priests.
for that they have repelled the knowledge of God's Word and Law, from themselves, and from his people, that he will repel them, that they shall be no more his Priests.
that they should endeavor themselves to get understanding and knowledge in his Word, threatning his heavy wrath and destruction unto them, if they sail thereof.
that they should endeavour themselves to get understanding and knowledge in his Word, threatening his heavy wrath and destruction unto them, if they sail thereof.
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and that the People that will not learn shall fall into great mischiefs, as did the People of Israel, who for their ignorance in Gods Word were first led into captivity,
and that the People that will not Learn shall fallen into great mischiefs, as did the People of Israel, who for their ignorance in God's Word were First led into captivity,
and were so ignorant and blind, that when they did most wickedly and cruelly, they thought they did God good and acceptable Service, (as do many by ignorance think even at this day:) Finally, through their ignorance and blindness, their Countries, Towns, Cities, Jerusalem it self,
and were so ignorant and blind, that when they did most wickedly and cruelly, they Thought they did God good and acceptable Service, (as doe many by ignorance think even At this day:) Finally, through their ignorance and blindness, their Countries, Towns, Cities, Jerusalem it self,
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And as well our Saviour himself, as his Apostle St. Paul doth teach, that the ignorance of Gods Word cometh of the Devil, is the cause of all error and misjudging, (as falleth out with ignorant Subjects, who can rather espy a little mote in the eye of the Prince or a Counsellor,
And as well our Saviour himself, as his Apostle Saint Paul does teach, that the ignorance of God's Word comes of the devil, is the cause of all error and Misjudging, (as falls out with ignorant Subject's, who can rather espy a little mote in the eye of the Prince or a Counsellor,
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Gods Judgment being severe towards those, who when the light of Christs Gospel is come into the World, do delight more in darkness of ignorance than in the light of knowledge in Gods Word.
God's Judgement being severe towards those, who when the Light of Christ Gospel is come into the World, do delight more in darkness of ignorance than in the Light of knowledge in God's Word.
For all are commanded to read or hear, to search and study the holy Scriptures, and are promised understanding to be given them from God, if they so do;
For all Are commanded to read or hear, to search and study the holy Scriptures, and Are promised understanding to be given them from God, if they so do;
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all are charged not to believe either any dead Man, nor if an Angel should speak from Heaven, much less if the Pope do speak from Rome against or contrary to the Word of God, from the which we may not decline,
all Are charged not to believe either any dead Man, nor if an Angel should speak from Heaven, much less if the Pope do speak from Room against or contrary to the Word of God, from the which we may not decline,
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and let us walk in the light of Gods Word, whiles we have light, as becometh the Children of light so directing the steps of our Lives in that way which leadeth to light and life everlasting, that we may finally obtain and enjoy the same;
and let us walk in the Light of God's Word, while we have Light, as Becometh the Children of Light so directing the steps of our Lives in that Way which leads to Light and life everlasting, that we may finally obtain and enjoy the same;
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which God the Father of Lights, who dwelleth in light incomprehensible, and inaccessible grant unto us, through the light of the World our Saviour Jesus Christ.
which God the Father of Lights, who dwells in Light incomprehensible, and inaccessible grant unto us, through the Light of the World our Saviour jesus christ.
O Most mighty God, the Lord of Hosts, the Governor of all Creatures, the only giver of all Victories, who alone art able to strengthen the Weak against the Mighty,
Oh Most mighty God, the Lord of Hosts, the Governor of all Creatures, the only giver of all Victories, who alone art able to strengthen the Weak against the Mighty,
as to their own natural Prince and Country, and manifestly to this Crown and Realm of ENGLAND, which thou hast of thy Divine Providence assigned in these our days to the Government of thy Servant, our Sovereign and gracious KING.
as to their own natural Prince and Country, and manifestly to this Crown and Realm of ENGLAND, which thou hast of thy Divine Providence assigned in these our days to the Government of thy Servant, our Sovereign and gracious KING.
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or else so abate their cruelty (O most mighty Lord,) that this our Christian Realm, with others that confess thy holy GOSPEL, may obtain by thine aid and strength, surety from all Enemies, without shedding of Christian Blood, whereby all they which be oppressed with their Tyranny, may be relieved,
or Else so abate their cruelty (Oh most mighty Lord,) that this our Christian Realm, with Others that confess thy holy GOSPEL, may obtain by thine aid and strength, surety from all Enemies, without shedding of Christian Blood, whereby all they which be oppressed with their Tyranny, may be relieved,
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and that we for these thy Mercies, joyntly all together with one consonant heart and voice, may thankfully render to thee all laud and praise, that we knit in one godly concord and unity amongst our selves;
and that we for these thy mercies, jointly all together with one consonant heart and voice, may thankfully render to thee all laud and praise, that we knit in one godly concord and unity among our selves;
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may continually magnifie thy glorious Name, who with thy Son our Saviour Jesus Christ, and the Holy Ghost, art one Eternal, Almighty, and most merciful GOD.
may continually magnify thy glorious Name, who with thy Son our Saviour jesus christ, and the Holy Ghost, art one Eternal, Almighty, and most merciful GOD.
and for our sinful and wicked living, nothing answering to our holy profession, whereby we have given an occasion that thy holy Name hath been blasphemed amongst the ignorant, hast of late both sore abashed the whole Realm and People of England, with the terror and danger of Rebellion, thereby to awake us out of our dead sleep of careless security;
and for our sinful and wicked living, nothing answering to our holy profession, whereby we have given an occasion that thy holy Name hath been blasphemed among the ignorant, haste of late both soar abashed the Whole Realm and People of England, with the terror and danger of Rebellion, thereby to awake us out of our dead sleep of careless security;
and hast yet by the miseries following the same Rebellion, more sharply punished part of our Country-men and Christian-brethren, who have more nearly felt the same;
and hast yet by the misery's following the same Rebellion, more sharply punished part of our Countrymen and Christian-brethren, who have more nearly felt the same;
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who in thy Judgments remembring thy Mercy, hast by thy assistance given the Victory to thy Servant our Queen, her true Nobility and faithful Subjects, with so little,
who in thy Judgments remembering thy Mercy, hast by thy assistance given the Victory to thy Servant our Queen, her true Nobilt and faithful Subject's, with so little,
Wherefore we render unto thee most humble and hearty thanks for these thy great mercies shewed unto us, who had deserved sharper punishment, most humbly beseeching thee to grant unto all us that confess thy holy Name,
Wherefore we render unto thee most humble and hearty thanks for these thy great Mercies showed unto us, who had deserved sharper punishment, most humbly beseeching thee to grant unto all us that confess thy holy Name,
so in all other Invasions, Rebellions and dangers, continually saving and defending our Church, our Realm, our Queen, and People of England, that all our Posterities ensuing, confessing thy holy Name, professing thy holy Gospel,
so in all other Invasions, Rebellions and dangers, continually Saving and defending our Church, our Realm, our Queen, and People of England, that all our Posterities ensuing, confessing thy holy Name, professing thy holy Gospel,
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The perfection of Holy Scripture. The knowledge of Holy Scripture is necessary. To whom the knowledge of Holy Scriture is sweet and pleasant. Who be enemies to Holy Scripture.
The perfection of Holy Scripture. The knowledge of Holy Scripture is necessary. To whom the knowledge of Holy Scripture is sweet and pleasant. Who be enemies to Holy Scripture.
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An apt Similitude, declaring of whom the Scripture is abhorred. An exhortation unto the diligent reading and searching of the holy Scripture. Matth. 4. The Holy Scripture is a sufficient Doctrine for our Salvation. What things we may learn in the Holy Scripture.
an apt Similitude, declaring of whom the Scripture is abhorred. an exhortation unto the diligent reading and searching of the holy Scripture. Matthew 4. The Holy Scripture is a sufficient Doctrine for our Salvation. What things we may Learn in the Holy Scripture.
Holy Scripture ministreth sufficient Doctrine for all Degrees and Ages. Matth. 4. Luke 3. John 17. Psal. 19. What commodities and Profits, the knowledge of Holy Scripture bringeth.
Holy Scripture Ministereth sufficient Doctrine for all Degrees and Ages. Matthew 4. Luke 3. John 17. Psalm 19. What commodities and Profits, the knowledge of Holy Scripture brings.
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The Works that lead to Heaven, be Works of God's Commandments. Man from his first falling from God's Commandments hath ever been ready to do the like, and doth devise works of his own phantasie to please God withal.
The Works that led to Heaven, be Works of God's commandments. Man from his First falling from God's commandments hath ever been ready to do the like, and does devise works of his own fantasy to please God withal.
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Mat. 4. b. 9. Mat. 25. d. 41. John 8. f. 44. 2 Pet. 2. a 4. Epist. Jude a. 6. Apoc. 12. b. 7. Gen. 3. a. 1, &. Wisd. 2. d. 24. Gen. 3. b. 8.9, &c. c. 17. & d. 23.24.
Mathew 4. b. 9. Mathew 25. worser. 41. John 8. f. 44. 2 Pet. 2. a 4. Epistle U^de a. 6. Apocalypse 12. b. 7. Gen. 3. a. 1, &. Wisdom 2. worser. 24. Gen. 3. b. 8.9, etc. c. 17. & d. 23.24.
Luk. a. 2.3. •at. 17. d. 25, &c. Mark 12. b. 17. Luke 20. d. 15. Mat. 27. a. Luke 23.1. John 19.20 Mat. 17. c. 26. Luke 23. d. 24.
Luk. a. 2.3. •at. 17. worser. 25, etc. Mark 12. b. 17. Luke 20. worser. 15. Mathew 27. a. Lycia 23.1. John 19.20 Mathew 17. c. 26. Luke 23. worser. 24.
Mat. 17. d. 25. Mark. 12. b. 14. Luke 20. d. 25. Mat. 27. Luke 23. Rom. 13. a. 1, &c. 1 Tim. 2. a. 1. 1 Pet. 2. c. 13. John 6. b. 15. and 18. f. 36. Mat. 20. d. 25. Mark 10. f. 42. Luke 22. c. 25. Mat. 23. a. 8. Luke 9. f. 46. 2 Cor. 1. d. 24. 1 Pet. 5. a 3. Mat. 18. a. 4. & 20. d. 28. Luke 9. f. 48. & 22. c. 27. Sex decre. lib. 3. tit. 16. cap. unic. & lib. 5. tit. 9. cap. 5. i• glossa.
Mathew 17. worser. 25. Mark. 12. b. 14. Luke 20. worser. 25. Mathew 27. Luke 23. Rom. 13. a. 1, etc. 1 Tim. 2. a. 1. 1 Pet. 2. c. 13. John 6. b. 15. and 18. f. 36. Mathew 20. worser. 25. Mark 10. f. 42. Luke 22. c. 25. Mathew 23. a. 8. Luke 9. f. 46. 2 Cor. 1. worser. 24. 1 Pet. 5. a 3. Mathew 18. a. 4. & 20. worser. 28. Luke 9. f. 48. & 22. c. 27. Sex Decree. lib. 3. tit. 16. cap. unic. & lib. 5. tit. 9. cap. 5. i• glossa.
Prov. 19. Wisd. 13. Prov. 17. Ephes. 4. John 12. Esay 5.13. Luke 19. g. 44 and 23. c. 34. Acts multis locis. John 16. a. 2. Esay 27. Hos. 4. Baruc. 3. Esay 6. c. 9. Mat. 13. b. 14.15. John 12.40. Wisd. 5. Mat. 13.19 2 Cor. 4. a.
Curae 19. Wisdom 13. Curae 17. Ephesians 4. John 12. Isaiah 5.13. Luke 19. g. 44 and 23. c. 34. Acts multis locis. John 16. a. 2. Isaiah 27. Hos. 4. Baruch 3. Isaiah 6. c. 9. Mathew 13. b. 14.15. John 12.40. Wisdom 5. Mathew 13.19 2 Cor. 4. a.
Mat. 11. b. 15. & 13. a. 9. f. 3. Luke 8. a. 8. Joh. 5. f. 39. Ps. 1. Mat. 7. b. 7. Luk. 11.9. Luke 16. g. 30.31. Gal. 1. b. 8. Deut. 5.32. Deut. 17. c. 14.15. &c. Rom. 13. 1 Pet. 2. Psal. 118. Psal. 18. & 118. Eph. 5.14. 1 Thes. 5. a. 4.5. John 12.35.36. Jam 1. c. 17. 1 Tim. 6. d. 16. John. 3.
Mathew 11. b. 15. & 13. a. 9. f. 3. Luke 8. a. 8. John 5. f. 39. Ps. 1. Mathew 7. b. 7. Luk. 11.9. Luke 16. g. 30.31. Gal. 1. b. 8. Deuteronomy 5.32. Deuteronomy 17. c. 14.15. etc. Rom. 13. 1 Pet. 2. Psalm 118. Psalm 18. & 118. Ephesians 5.14. 1 Thebes 5. a. 4.5. John 12.35.36. Jam 1. c. 17. 1 Tim. 6. worser. 16. John. 3.
