Now there was at Joppa a certain Disciple named Tabitha, which by Interpretation is called Dorcas: This Woman was full of good Works and Almes-Deeds which She did.
Now there was At Joppa a certain Disciple nam Tabitha, which by Interpretation is called Dorcas: This Woman was full of good Works and Almes-Deeds which She did.
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WEE are now met to celebrate the Funerals of a most grave and Religious Matron, to whose worth (while She was alive) Flattery it self could add nothing;
we Are now met to celebrate the Funerals of a most grave and Religious Matron, to whose worth (while She was alive) Flattery it self could add nothing;
and what the Holy Ghost affirms of Dorcas, may be as confidently asserted of her: She was a Disciple, full of good Works and Almes-deeds which She did:
and what the Holy Ghost affirms of Dorcas, may be as confidently asserted of her: She was a Disciple, full of good Works and Almsdeeds which She did:
though not so pleasant and delicate, and so it is likely were their Women. Concerning her in the Text, you may observe 1st. her Sex, a VVoman: 2d. her Name, Tabitha or Dorcas: 3d. the Place of her Residence, Joppa: 4th. her Profession, a Disciple: 5th. her Practice, full of good VVorks and Almes-deeds which she did: Lastly, her Sicknesse and Death;
though not so pleasant and delicate, and so it is likely were their Women. Concerning her in the Text, you may observe 1st. her Sex, a VVoman: 2d. her Name, Tabitha or Dorcas: 3d. the Place of her Residence, Joppa: 4th. her Profession, a Disciple: 5th. her Practice, full of good Works and Almsdeeds which she did: Lastly, her Sickness and Death;
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as Jezebel and Athaliah: but those that were good, very good, as Mary, Anna, Elizabeth, and Dorcas: & whatever may be Salomons meaning, 7 Eccl. 28. Yet it is easie to observe, that the New Testament affords good store of good Women;
as Jezebel and Athaliah: but those that were good, very good, as Marry, Anna, Elizabeth, and Dorcas: & whatever may be Solomon's meaning, 7 Ecclesiastes 28. Yet it is easy to observe, that the New Testament affords good store of good Women;
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therefore when Soloman saith, that he had not found one Woman amongst a thousand, perhaps he meaneth, not one good VVoman amongst his thousand VVives and Concubines that he had. 1 Kin. 11.3.
Therefore when Solomon Says, that he had not found one Woman among a thousand, perhaps he means, not one good VVoman among his thousand VVives and Concubines that he had. 1 Kin. 11.3.
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How famous is Anna for her Devotion? Elizabeth for her blamelesse Conversation? the Canaanitish VVoman for her Faith? Lydia for her diligent attendance unto the VVord? Dorcas for her Charity? Lois and Eunice for their pious education of Timothy? The Elect Lady and her Children for walking in the Truth? And though Eve eat that Fruit, which occasioned the fall of Man-kind,
How famous is Anna for her Devotion? Elizabeth for her blameless Conversation? the Canaanitish VVoman for her Faith? Lydia for her diligent attendance unto the Word? Dorcas for her Charity? Lois and Eunice for their pious education of Timothy? The Elect Lady and her Children for walking in the Truth? And though Eve eat that Fruit, which occasioned the fallen of Mankind,
yet Mary bare and brought forth that Fruit, which hath raised and restored Man to a greater happinesse than he lost, and therefore all Generations call her blessed.
yet Marry bore and brought forth that Fruit, which hath raised and restored Man to a greater happiness than he lost, and Therefore all Generations call her blessed.
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Let those that please themselves in playing upon Women, remember that when God created Man, he made them Male and Female, and both after his own Image.
Let those that please themselves in playing upon Women, Remember that when God created Man, he made them Male and Female, and both After his own Image.
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I will only say this, that if God send Man to School to Learn of such a despicable Creature as the Pismire 6 Prov. 6. Let him not think it any disparagement to learn sometimes of a Woman, especially such an eminent and vertuous Woman as Dorcas: Paul, the great Preacher of the Gentiles, disdaineth not to acknowledge Priscilla one of his helpers in Christ Jesus, 16 Rom. 3. And there are writings of Learned Men extant de illustribus Foeminis, as well as de illustribus Viris. I will shut up this with one word of exhortation to women;
I will only say this, that if God send Man to School to Learn of such a despicable Creature as the Pismire 6 Curae 6. Let him not think it any disparagement to Learn sometime of a Woman, especially such an eminent and virtuous Woman as Dorcas: Paul, the great Preacher of the Gentiles, disdains not to acknowledge Priscilla one of his helpers in christ jesus, 16 Rom. 3. And there Are writings of Learned Men extant de illustribus Foeminis, as well as de illustribus Viris. I will shut up this with one word of exhortation to women;
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and adorned themselves, not with plaiting of hair, wearing of Gold, & putting on of Apparel so much as with the adorning of the hidden man of the Heart, in that which is not corruptible,
and adorned themselves, not with plaiting of hair, wearing of Gold, & putting on of Apparel so much as with the adorning of the hidden man of the Heart, in that which is not corruptible,
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even the ornament of a meek and quiet Spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price. 1 Pet. 3.3, 4, 5. I would have women therefore for their encouragement to take notice, that they have as fair Copies of their own to write after,
even the ornament of a meek and quiet Spirit, which is in the sighed of God of great price. 1 Pet. 3.3, 4, 5. I would have women Therefore for their encouragement to take notice, that they have as fair Copies of their own to write After,
Study therefore to be as Modest, Meek, Humble, Obedient, Chast, Temperate, Devout, and Charitable, as the Holy women of old time, that you may deserve such an Honourable Testimony,
Study Therefore to be as Modest, Meek, Humble, Obedient, Chaste, Temperate, Devout, and Charitable, as the Holy women of old time, that you may deserve such an Honourable Testimony,
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To be sure, it can be no disparagement to Dorcas to be so called, seeing the Church compareth Christ to that thing, which her name imports, scil, a Roe, 2 Cant. 9. And the Roe is commended to us in Scripture for a loving, pleasant Creature 5 Prov. 19. Thus much we may take notice of, that the Lord knoweth every one that belongs to him by name, which he reckons unto Moses as a special favour 33 Ex. 17. And when the famous names of the wicked shall rot, the obscurest names of his own people shall be had in everlasting remembrance.
To be sure, it can be no disparagement to Dorcas to be so called, seeing the Church compareth christ to that thing, which her name imports, scil, a Roe, 2 Cant 9. And the Roe is commended to us in Scripture for a loving, pleasant Creature 5 Curae 19. Thus much we may take notice of, that the Lord Knoweth every one that belongs to him by name, which he reckons unto Moses as a special favour 33 Ex. 17. And when the famous names of the wicked shall rot, the obscurest names of his own people shall be had in everlasting remembrance.
The place of her Residence, Joppa. Joppa was a Town situated by the Sea side (Port-Towns have been observed to be great inlets to the Gospel) it was part of the inheritance of the Tribe of Dan, formerly known by the name of Japho, 19 Josh. 46. 2 Chro. 2.16. now it is called by the Inhabitants Sappho. VVe find no mention made of Joppa, but in this and the next Chapter, throughout the whole New Testament;
The place of her Residence, Joppa. Joppa was a Town situated by the Sea side (Port-Towns have been observed to be great inlets to the Gospel) it was part of the inheritance of the Tribe of Dan, formerly known by the name of Japho, 19 Josh. 46. 2 Chro 2.16. now it is called by the Inhabitants Sappho. We find no mention made of Joppa, but in this and the next Chapter, throughout the Whole New Testament;
87 Psal. 5. Good Persons are an honour to the places that they live in, and together with their own names transmit the memorial of their Habitations to posterity.
87 Psalm 5. Good Persons Are an honour to the places that they live in, and together with their own names transmit the memorial of their Habitations to posterity.
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As you know, that little Spring amongst us is become famous, because of that great River of Ouse flowing from it, which is so advantagious to the Country round about:
As you know, that little Spring among us is become famous, Because of that great River of Ouse flowing from it, which is so advantageous to the Country round about:
so that in Christs time they that were frequently his Auditors, are called his Disciples, 6 Joh. 66 and those which afterward were first called Christians at Antioch, 11 Act. 26. were before that time called Disciples;
so that in Christ time they that were frequently his Auditors, Are called his Disciples, 6 John 66 and those which afterwards were First called Christians At Antioch, 11 Act. 26. were before that time called Disciples;
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To be a Christian, a Disciple, a Professour of the Gospel, is a great honour to any Person, to be such an one, not in a large sense as the name of Christian and Professour is now used (for it would make a mans heart even abhor and loath to see what kind of Professours and Christians we have in our days) but to be such an one in that strict acceptation, that Dorcas is entituled here, is a Persons great honour:
To be a Christian, a Disciple, a Professor of the Gospel, is a great honour to any Person, to be such an one, not in a large sense as the name of Christian and Professor is now used (for it would make a men heart even abhor and loath to see what kind of Professors and Christians we have in our days) but to be such an one in that strict acceptation, that Dorcas is entitled Here, is a Persons great honour:
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Certainly, if holinesse be the greatest Honour, and piety the best Nobility, then they are to be reputed the most Noble and Honourable Persons, who are Professours of Holiness, wicked men themselves canot gainsay it,
Certainly, if holiness be the greatest Honour, and piety the best Nobilt, then they Are to be reputed the most Noble and Honourable Persons, who Are Professors of Holiness, wicked men themselves canot gainsay it,
and no doubt but he thought it a greater honour to be the Servant of God than the King of Israel. There are three callings in Honour styled Professions,
and no doubt but he Thought it a greater honour to be the Servant of God than the King of Israel. There Are three callings in Honour styled Professions,
Sure it is, that as there is nothing more honourable than Christ and the Gospel, so there is no Profession more honourable than the Profession of the Gospel and Christianity;
Sure it is, that as there is nothing more honourable than christ and the Gospel, so there is no Profession more honourable than the Profession of the Gospel and Christianity;
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indeed the profession of the Gospel is so honourable, that Loose-Livers, Prophane Persons, and Hypocrites (if we knew them) are not worthy the name of Professours.
indeed the profession of the Gospel is so honourable, that Loose-Livers, Profane Persons, and Hypocrites (if we knew them) Are not worthy the name of Professors.
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and if our profession of the Gospel shall make us vile in the eyes of wicked men, let us resolve with David in another case, I will make yet a greater profession, I will be more vile.
and if our profession of the Gospel shall make us vile in the eyes of wicked men, let us resolve with David in Another case, I will make yet a greater profession, I will be more vile.
applause and preferment waits upon them that can NONLATINALPHABET rail upon honest men in handsome language. Michol was barren untill her death, for scoffing at David dancing before the Ark;
applause and preferment waits upon them that can rail upon honest men in handsome language. Michal was barren until her death, for scoffing At David dancing before the Ark;
the Apostles rejoyced, that they were accounted worthy to suffer shame for his name, 5 Act. 41. Oh that ever men, who desire to be called Christians, should yet be ashamed to make profession of Christianity, that they should judge that their shame, which is their greatest glory.
the Apostles rejoiced, that they were accounted worthy to suffer shame for his name, 5 Act. 41. O that ever men, who desire to be called Christians, should yet be ashamed to make profession of Christianity, that they should judge that their shame, which is their greatest glory.
Let us remember what our Saviour saith 8 Mark 38. Whosoever shall be ashamed of me and my words in this adulterous and sinfull generation, of him also shall the Son of man be ashamed,
Let us Remember what our Saviour Says 8 Mark 38. Whosoever shall be ashamed of me and my words in this adulterous and sinful generation, of him also shall the Son of man be ashamed,
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as we see the day approaching, whether of judgement or of persecution, as it is, 10 Hebr. 23, 2, 4 25. Dorcas is called a Disciple here, ad Documentum, as for her honour, so for our instruction.
as we see the day approaching, whither of judgement or of persecution, as it is, 10 Hebrew 23, 2, 4 25. Dorcas is called a Disciple Here, ad Documentum, as for her honour, so for our instruction.
because they were brought up at the Apostles feet, and for the acquiring of saving knowledge, had their dependance upon the ordinary means of instruction, the preaching or teaching of the word.
Because they were brought up At the Apostles feet, and for the acquiring of Saving knowledge, had their dependence upon the ordinary means of instruction, the preaching or teaching of the word.
To this end were the Scriptures written, namely for our learning 15 Rom. 4. and when Christ sent out his Disciples, he bade them go NONLATINALPHABET teach, that is, make Disciples, 28 Math. 19. when Christ would shew, what mark his sheep have, He declares it to be an ear-mark, 10 Joh. 27. my sheep hear my voice;
To this end were the Scriptures written, namely for our learning 15 Rom. 4. and when christ sent out his Disciples, he bade them go teach, that is, make Disciples, 28 Math. 19. when christ would show, what mark his sheep have, He declares it to be an earmark, 10 John 27. my sheep hear my voice;
for if they look at the Person of whom they learn, they are Christs Ministers, 1 Cor 4.1, Christs Ambassadours, 2 Cor. 5.20. they represent no meaner a person than the Lord of Life and Glory, the great Prophet of the Church and Saviour of the World:
for if they look At the Person of whom they Learn, they Are Christ Ministers, 1 Cor 4.1, Christ ambassadors, 2 Cor. 5.20. they represent no meaner a person than the Lord of Life and Glory, the great Prophet of the Church and Saviour of the World:
If they look at the things which they learn, they are of an excellent nature, and it will ennoble, elevate and help much to the perfection of their understandings:
If they look At the things which they Learn, they Are of an excellent nature, and it will ennoble, elevate and help much to the perfection of their understandings:
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for we speak the wisdome of God in a mystery, even the hidden wisdom, which God ordained before the VVorld unto our Glory, 1 Cor. 2.8. We Preach such things, as the very Angels desire to look into, 1 Pet. 1.12. We Preach Christ Crucifyed, 1 Cor. 1.23.
for we speak the Wisdom of God in a mystery, even the hidden Wisdom, which God ordained before the World unto our Glory, 1 Cor. 2.8. We Preach such things, as the very Angels desire to look into, 1 Pet. 1.12. We Preach christ crucified, 1 Cor. 1.23.
the knowledge of whom is so excellent, that Paul counted all things but losse to gain it. 3 Phil. 8. And as we preach concerning things of the greatest excellency,
the knowledge of whom is so excellent, that Paul counted all things but loss to gain it. 3 Philip 8. And as we preach Concerning things of the greatest excellency,
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Is it any disparagement for a man to be a learner of things that are so excellent and advantagious? Lastly, let the Disciples of Christ consider their Estate,
Is it any disparagement for a man to be a learner of things that Are so excellent and advantageous? Lastly, let the Disciples of christ Consider their Estate,
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for their State is a State of imperfection, and the Ministry was set up for the perfecting of the Saints. 4 Eph. 12. When Eunomius, that proud Heretick, boasted how he knew the Divinity, Basil gravelled him in no lesse than one and twenty questions about the Body of an Aunt, or Pismire.
for their State is a State of imperfection, and the Ministry was Set up for the perfecting of the Saints. 4 Ephesians 12. When Eunomius, that proud Heretic, boasted how he knew the Divinity, Basil graveled him in no less than one and twenty questions about the Body of an Aunt, or Pismire.
9 Prov. 9. Therefore let none think it a disgrace to them to sit in the Learners form, till they be advanced to the University of Heaven, to have Society with the Spirits of Just Men made perfect.
9 Curae 9. Therefore let none think it a disgrace to them to fit in the Learners from, till they be advanced to the university of Heaven, to have Society with the Spirits of Just Men made perfect.
and refuse it not, watching dayly at VVisdoms Gates. 8 Prov. 33, 34. It is the property of a Learner to be humble, sensible of his ignorance, and self-denying;
and refuse it not, watching daily At VVisdoms Gates. 8 Curae 33, 34. It is the property of a Learner to be humble, sensible of his ignorance, and self-denying;
and Solomon tells us, that there is more hope of a Fool, than the man that is wise in his own conceit. 20 Prov. 12. Therefore he that would be wise, must be a Fool, that he may be wise.
and Solomon tells us, that there is more hope of a Fool, than the man that is wise in his own conceit. 20 Curae 12. Therefore he that would be wise, must be a Fool, that he may be wise.
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For as Bernard said, What have you Heathens to do with virtues, who are ignorant of Christ, the virtue and power of God unto Salvation? But where a profession of Religion,
For as Bernard said, What have you heathens to do with Virtues, who Are ignorant of christ, the virtue and power of God unto Salvation? But where a profession of Religion,
but she was full of good works, like the Vine before it is gathered, and the Olive Tree before it be shaken. 2. She was full of good works, that is, She did not only abound,
but she was full of good works, like the Vine before it is gathered, and the Olive Tree before it be shaken. 2. She was full of good works, that is, She did not only abound,
it is very probable that Dorcas was not a woman of great worldly Estate, and if she had not been notable for her good works, She might in other respects have lived obscurely enough:
it is very probable that Dorcas was not a woman of great worldly Estate, and if she had not been notable for her good works, She might in other respects have lived obscurely enough:
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But whatever her estate was She had a free heart, and did not for fear of wanting her self, hold back her hand from supplying the necessities of others.
But whatever her estate was She had a free heart, and did not for Fear of wanting her self, hold back her hand from supplying the necessities of Others.
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The Widow that cast her two Mites into the Treasury, is said to have cast in more than they that cast in greater gifts, because what they gave was out of their abundance;
The Widow that cast her two Mites into the Treasury, is said to have cast in more than they that cast in greater Gifts, Because what they gave was out of their abundance;
So Dorcas was full of good works, that is, She did abound, yea she did super-abound comparing her abilities with her expence, She did more than she was supposed able to do, 3. She was full of good works, that is, her works were not only abounding, but abiding;
So Dorcas was full of good works, that is, She did abound, yea she did superabound comparing her abilities with her expense, She did more than she was supposed able to do, 3. She was full of good works, that is, her works were not only abounding, but abiding;
Good works are sometime strictly taken for works of Charity because that Love is the fullfilling of the Law, & hac sibi Deus vel pro sacrificiis, vel prae sacrificiis placere testatur, God accepts of works of Charity for sacrifices, with such sacrifices God is well-pleased, 13 Hebr. 16. Yea he accepts them before sacrifices, I will have mercy and not sacrifice, 9 Math. 13. But oftentimes good works are taken more largely for the whole obedience of a Christian,
Good works Are sometime strictly taken for works of Charity Because that Love is the fulfilling of the Law, & hac sibi Deus vel Pro Sacrifices, vel Prae Sacrifices placere testatur, God accepts of works of Charity for Sacrifices, with such Sacrifices God is well-pleased, 13 Hebrew 16. Yea he accepts them before Sacrifices, I will have mercy and not sacrifice, 9 Math. 13. But oftentimes good works Are taken more largely for the Whole Obedience of a Christian,
These good works in other places of Scripture are called good Fruits, 3 Jam. 17. Fruits of righteousnesse, 1 Phil. 11. Fruits of the Spirit, 5 Gal. 2. Fruits worthy of Repentance, 3 Luk. 8. and amongst many other expressions, they are called armour of light, 13 Rom. 12. Good works therefore are of a very large extent;
These good works in other places of Scripture Are called good Fruits, 3 Jam. 17. Fruits of righteousness, 1 Philip 11. Fruits of the Spirit, 5 Gal. 2. Fruits worthy of Repentance, 3 Luk. 8. and among many other expressions, they Are called armour of Light, 13 Rom. 12. Good works Therefore Are of a very large extent;
yet it hath pleased the Holy-Ghost, to reduce them under three heads, 2 Tit. 12. Sobriety towards our selves, Honesty towards our neighbour, and Godliness towards God.
yet it hath pleased the Holy ghost, to reduce them under three Heads, 2 Tit. 12. Sobriety towards our selves, Honesty towards our neighbour, and Godliness towards God.
then they are rejected as unable for any such use, and called menstruous rags, 64 Is. 6. dross and dung, 3 Phil. 8. when the best works we do, are considered in the Court of Justification, there they are damnable and have so much dross in them, that God doth reject them as wholy insufficient:
then they Are rejected as unable for any such use, and called menstruous rags, 64 Is. 6. dross and dung, 3 Philip 8. when the best works we do, Are considered in the Court of Justification, there they Are damnable and have so much dross in them, that God does reject them as wholly insufficient:
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but look on them as fruits of Faith, done out of obedience to Gods command, and with respect to his Glory, and so the Scripture doth highly commend them.
but look on them as fruits of Faith, done out of Obedience to God's command, and with respect to his Glory, and so the Scripture does highly commend them.
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but condemns good works, yea the best works, against the Papist, who holds them to be meritorious whereas when we have done all, we must say that we are unprofitable,
but condemns good works, yea the best works, against the Papist, who holds them to be meritorious whereas when we have done all, we must say that we Are unprofitable,
So Paul gave in charge to Titus, These things I will that thou affirm constantly, that they which have beleeved in God be carefull to maintain good works 3 Tit. 8. two greek words are observable NONLATINALPHABET that it be their care and study, the bent of their minds, NONLATINALPHABET to maintain,
So Paul gave in charge to Titus, These things I will that thou affirm constantly, that they which have believed in God be careful to maintain good works 3 Tit. 8. two greek words Are observable that it be their care and study, the bent of their minds, to maintain,
Dorcas made so many Coats for the poor. Gaius, the Host of the Church. Onesiphorus hath Paul his earnest Prayers for mercy, because he often refreshed him;
Dorcas made so many Coats for the poor. Gaius, the Host of the Church. Onesiphorus hath Paul his earnest Prayers for mercy, Because he often refreshed him;
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The reasons why Professours of the Gospel should be full of good works are these, 1 because true Christian Religion doth not consist meerly in Negatives.
The Reasons why Professors of the Gospel should be full of good works Are these, 1 Because true Christian Religion does not consist merely in Negatives.
We must not only put off Wrath, Malice, Blasphemy, filthy Communication and Lying, but put on also bowels of Mercie, Kindnesse, Humblenesse of mind, Meeknesse, Long-suffering,
We must not only put off Wrath, Malice, Blasphemy, filthy Communication and Lying, but put on also bowels of Mercy, Kindness, Humbleness of mind, Meekness, Long-suffering,
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And we read that at the day of Judgement men shall be condemned, not only for the evil that they have done, but for the good that they have left undone.
And we read that At the day of Judgement men shall be condemned, not only for the evil that they have done, but for the good that they have left undone.
The chief scope of St. Iames his Epistle, is to urge hearers to be doers, and vain boasters of justifiing Faith, to justifie their Faith by their works.
The chief scope of Saint James his Epistle, is to urge hearers to be doers, and vain boaster's of justifying Faith, to justify their Faith by their works.
The Sun it self, if it did not shine, and give warmth unto the Creatures, were the glorious Face thereof ten times more glorious than it is, none would half so much blesse God for it.
The Sun it self, if it did not shine, and give warmth unto the Creatures, were the glorious Face thereof ten times more glorious than it is, none would half so much bless God for it.
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3. Good works were one end of Christs death. 2 Tit. 14. there the Apostle saith, that Christ dyed, to purchase unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works, not only followers but zealous;
3. Good works were one end of Christ death. 2 Tit. 14. there the Apostle Says, that christ died, to purchase unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works, not only followers but zealous;
10 Act. 38. And himself bare our Sins in his own body on the Tree, that we being dead unto Sin, should live unto righteousnesse. 1 Pet. 2.24. 4. Good works are an ornament to our profession.
10 Act. 38. And himself bore our Sins in his own body on the Tree, that we being dead unto since, should live unto righteousness. 1 Pet. 2.24. 4. Good works Are an ornament to our profession.
The credit of the Gospel should be dear to the Professours of it, and woe to him who maketh that worthy name, by which he is named, to be evil spoken off.
The credit of the Gospel should be dear to the Professors of it, and woe to him who makes that worthy name, by which he is nam, to be evil spoken off.
and the expressions of thankfulnesse to God for redeeming us by his Son. And therefore we think Ursine hath very fitly entituled his tractate of good works de gratitudine. We say that God commands good works, is well pleased with them,
and the expressions of thankfulness to God for redeeming us by his Son. And Therefore we think Ursine hath very fitly entitled his tractate of good works the gratitudine. We say that God commands good works, is well pleased with them,
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and glorified by them, and though they cannot merit eternal life (for that is the gift of God) yet there is in them an ordinability to eternal life, which is not in evil works;
and glorified by them, and though they cannot merit Eternal life (for that is the gift of God) yet there is in them an ordinability to Eternal life, which is not in evil works;
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Therefore we are ever pressing upon our Auditors, to learn to maintain good works for necessary uses, that they be not unfruitful, 3 Tit. 14. And we teach them, that good works are necessary in a fourfold respect. 1. Necessitate praecepti, by the necessity of precept;
Therefore we Are ever pressing upon our Auditors, to Learn to maintain good works for necessary uses, that they be not unfruitful, 3 Tit. 14. And we teach them, that good works Are necessary in a fourfold respect. 1. Necessitate Precepts, by the necessity of precept;
this is the will of God. 1 Pet. 2.15. 2. Necessitate ordinis, by the necessity of an inviolable order, whereby a rational Creature is obliged to yield all obedience to his Creator. 3. Necessitate consequentiae, by a necessity of consequence,
this is the will of God. 1 Pet. 2.15. 2. Necessitate Order, by the necessity of an inviolable order, whereby a rational Creature is obliged to yield all Obedience to his Creator. 3. Necessitate consequentiae, by a necessity of consequence,
because good works do flow from the very essence and being of Faith. Lastly, Necesit••e med•i sive hypotheseos, by a necessity of the means, or a conditional necessity;
Because good works do flow from the very essence and being of Faith. Lastly, Necesit••e med•i sive hypotheseos, by a necessity of the means, or a conditional necessity;
concerning whom it may be said, that their Vine is the Vine of Sodom, and of the fields of Gomorrha, their Grapes are Grapes of Gall, their clusters are bitter.
Concerning whom it may be said, that their Vine is the Vine of Sodom, and of the fields of Gomorrha, their Grapes Are Grapes of Gall, their clusters Are bitter.
Their works are works of the flesh, Adultery, Fornication, Uncleannesse, Lasciviousness, Idolatry, Witchcraft, Hatred, Variance, Emulations, Wrath, Strife, Seditions, Heresies, Envyings, Murders, Drunkenness, Revellings, and such like;
Their works Are works of the Flesh, Adultery, Fornication, Uncleanness, Lasciviousness, Idolatry, Witchcraft, Hatred, Variance, Emulations, Wrath, Strife, Seditions, Heresies, Envyings, Murders, drunkenness, Revellings, and such like;
and come and stand before God in the House called by his name, and say, we are delivered to do all these abominations? shall I tell you, that yee are of your Father the Devil,
and come and stand before God in the House called by his name, and say, we Are Delivered to do all these abominations? shall I tell you, that ye Are of your Father the devil,
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if the Axeltree of his Patience break, the burthen will fall on thee, a burthen so heavy, that thou wouldst be glad to change it for Rocks and Mountains.
if the Axletree of his Patience break, the burden will fallen on thee, a burden so heavy, that thou Wouldst be glad to change it for Rocks and Mountains.
and doth not nourish him, it is a sign of an ill digestion; and thy notions are raw, indigested notions, if they turn not into actions and operations.
and does not nourish him, it is a Signen of an ill digestion; and thy notions Are raw, indigested notions, if they turn not into actions and operations.
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whilst the other dance out a sweet and winning Musick, it disturbs the whole body with an ill-distemper'd lazinesse. 2. Dorcas was not Evil, for her works were good.
while the other dance out a sweet and winning Music, it disturbs the Whole body with an ill-distempered laziness. 2. Dorcas was not Evil, for her works were good.
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Now unto the Constitution of a good work, many things are required; especially these four, a right Rule, a right Motive, a right Principle, a right End.
Now unto the Constitution of a good work, many things Are required; especially these four, a right Rule, a right Motive, a right Principle, a right End.
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In vain do they worship me, teaching for Doctrines the Commandements of men. 15 Mat. 9. The blind whelps of will, worship, and ignorant devotion, God regards not.
In vain do they worship me, teaching for Doctrines the commandments of men. 15 Mathew 9. The blind whelps of will, worship, and ignorant devotion, God regards not.
When the People of Israel promised, that they would do all that God had commanded them by Moses; What saith God, Oh that there were such an Heart in them, 5 Deut. 29. It is not for thee to promise, that thou wilt lead a new life, endeavour to be full of good works;
When the People of Israel promised, that they would do all that God had commanded them by Moses; What Says God, O that there were such an Heart in them, 5 Deuteronomy 29. It is not for thee to promise, that thou wilt led a new life, endeavour to be full of good works;
and by Faith put into Christ, and so the property of the ground of our Hearts alter'd and meliorated, ere we can bring forth good Fruit. Therefore we affirm, that an unregenerate man cannot do a good work;
and by Faith put into christ, and so the property of the ground of our Hearts altered and meliorated, ere we can bring forth good Fruit. Therefore we affirm, that an unregenerate man cannot do a good work;
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Therefore the Apostle prays, that the Philippians might be fill'd with Fruits of Righteousness, to the glory and praise of God, 1 Phil. 11. It is the mark, that directs the eye;
Therefore the Apostle prays, that the Philippians might be filled with Fruits of Righteousness, to the glory and praise of God, 1 Philip 11. It is the mark, that directs the eye;
This was the praise of the Romans, that they were full of goodnesse, 15. Rom. 14. of Stephen, that he was full of Faith and power, 6 Act. 8. and of Barnabas, that he was a good man,
This was the praise of the Roman, that they were full of Goodness, 15. Rom. 14. of Stephen, that he was full of Faith and power, 6 Act. 8. and of Barnabas, that he was a good man,
Yet this is a small thing in comparison of the Glory, that shall redound to God (for what is our praise to Gods glory) now herein (saith our Lord) is my Father glorified, that ye bear much Fruit, 15 Ioh. 8. A Christian in Scripture is compared to a Vine;
Yet this is a small thing in comparison of the Glory, that shall redound to God (for what is our praise to God's glory) now herein (Says our Lord) is my Father glorified, that you bear much Fruit, 15 John 8. A Christian in Scripture is compared to a Vine;
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Beloved, you all professe your selves to be engrafted into Christ, I tell you, it is a dishonour to the Root, on which you professe your selves to grow, to bear such unprofitable branches.
beloved, you all profess your selves to be engrafted into christ, I tell you, it is a dishonour to the Root, on which you profess your selves to grow, to bear such unprofitable branches.
A garden enclosed is my Sister, my Spouse, thy Plants are an Orchard of Pomgranates with pleasant fruits, Camphire with Spikenard, Spikenard and Saffron, Calamus and Cinamon, with all Trees of Frank-Incense, Mirrhe and Aloes, with all the chief Spices;
A garden enclosed is my Sister, my Spouse, thy Plants Are an Orchard of Pomegranates with pleasant fruits, Camphire with Spikenard, Spikenard and Saffron, Calamus and Cinnamon, with all Trees of Frank-Incense, Myrrh and Aloes, with all the chief Spices;
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And it may be said of every Tree of this Garden, as of the teeth of Christ 4 Cant. 2. they are like a flock of sheep even shorn, which come up from the washing, whereof every one beareth twins and none is barren amongst them.
And it may be said of every Tree of this Garden, as of the teeth of christ 4 Cant 2. they Are like a flock of sheep even shorn, which come up from the washing, whereof every one bears twins and none is barren among them.
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It is a great shame for any of us not to be fruitfull, whom God hath planted in a soil so fruitfull of all things pertaining both to Life and Godlinesse.
It is a great shame for any of us not to be fruitful, whom God hath planted in a soil so fruitful of all things pertaining both to Life and Godliness.
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they pretended, that they would not leave their Fatness, and Sweetness, and Fruitfulness for promotion; as though a man could not bear fruit and bear Rule together.
they pretended, that they would not leave their Fatness, and Sweetness, and Fruitfulness for promotion; as though a man could not bear fruit and bear Rule together.
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God forbid, that any of you should make your riches or greatness an excuse for your barrenness in good works ▪ But it was intended only as a Parable by him, that spake it; and so I leave it.
God forbid, that any of you should make your riches or greatness an excuse for your Barrenness in good works ▪ But it was intended only as a Parable by him, that spoke it; and so I leave it.
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I passe from Dorcas commendation in the general, to that thing for which she is especially commended to our imitation, which is that shee was full of alms-deeds, which she did.
I pass from Dorcas commendation in the general, to that thing for which she is especially commended to our imitation, which is that she was full of almsdeeds, which she did.
They which respect the Body are likewise six, contained in another verse, Visito, Poto, Cibo, Recolligo Vestio, Condo, Visit the Sick, Refresh the Thirsty, Feed the Hungry, Redeem the Captive, Cloath the Naked, and Burie the Dead.
They which respect the Body Are likewise six, contained in Another verse, Visit, Poto, Cibo, Recolligo Vestio, Condo, Visit the Sick, Refresh the Thirsty, Feed the Hungry, redeem the Captive, Cloth the Naked, and Bury the Dead.
Professours of the Gospel ought to be very charitable to the Poor, I have not eaten my morsels alone (saith Job) I have seen none to perish for want of Cloathing, the loins of the Poor have blessed me,
Professors of the Gospel ought to be very charitable to the Poor, I have not eaten my morsels alone (Says Job) I have seen none to perish for want of Clothing, the loins of the Poor have blessed me,
but thou shalt open thine hand wide unto him. The other is out of the New Testament 1 Tim 6.17. Charge them that are rich in this world, that they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate, laying up in store for themselvs a good foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life.
but thou shalt open thine hand wide unto him. The other is out of the New Testament 1 Tim 6.17. Charge them that Are rich in this world, that they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate, laying up in store for themselves a good Foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on Eternal life.
but how shall he give you the interest of Glory, where he hath not received the principall of beneficence? As the Graecian said of very tall men, that they were Cypress Trees, NONLATINALPHABET fair and tall but fruitless;
but how shall he give you the Interest of Glory, where he hath not received the principal of beneficence? As the Grecian said of very tall men, that they were Cypress Trees, fair and tall but fruitless;
if you knew what to offer unto God, that might be pleasing and acceptable to him, would ye not do it? are ye not glad, that ye have any thing wherewith to present a great man (whose favour you need) that he delights in and will accept of? and methinks, you should be glad, that you have any thing, wherewith you may do a work that is pleasing to the Majesty of Heaven and Earth.
if you knew what to offer unto God, that might be pleasing and acceptable to him, would you not do it? Are you not glad, that you have any thing wherewith to present a great man (whose favour you need) that he delights in and will accept of? and methinks, you should be glad, that you have any thing, wherewith you may do a work that is pleasing to the Majesty of Heaven and Earth.
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the word is NONLATINALPHABET God is delighted or more properly (as he observes in his Critickes) hilariter affectus, cheerfully affected with such sacrifices. Beloved, I beseech you, consider;
the word is God is delighted or more properly (as he observes in his Critics) hilariter affectus, cheerfully affected with such Sacrifices. beloved, I beseech you, Consider;
shall not we poor men, we sinfull men, who are worms and no men, between whom and God there is such an infinite distance as cannot be expressed, shall not we rejoyce from our hearts, that we can do any thing, which may be acceptable and well-pleasing to God, which may delight and give complacency to him? you see, what will please him.
shall not we poor men, we sinful men, who Are worms and no men, between whom and God there is such an infinite distance as cannot be expressed, shall not we rejoice from our hearts, that we can do any thing, which may be acceptable and Well-pleasing to God, which may delight and give complacency to him? you see, what will please him.
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and what is there you can desire more than acceptance with God and Christ, who tels you, that whatever ye do to the least of his Brethren, he takes it as done unto himself, 25 Math. 40. Lastly consider, that by giving you shall gain;
and what is there you can desire more than acceptance with God and christ, who tells you, that whatever you do to the least of his Brothers, he Takes it as done unto himself, 25 Math. 40. Lastly Consider, that by giving you shall gain;
He hath dispersed, he hath given to the poor, His horn shall be exalted with honour, 112 Psal. 9. He shall have a Cornu-Copia of blessings, Riches, and Honour too, to boote:
He hath dispersed, he hath given to the poor, His horn shall be exalted with honour, 112 Psalm 9. He shall have a Cornucopia of blessings, Riches, and Honour too, to boot:
and the mercifull for their benevolence. Paul compares giving of Alms to the sowing of Corn, 2 Cor. 9.6. now as sowing Corn turns more to the benefit of him, that soweth it, than of the Earth that receiveth the Seed;
and the merciful for their benevolence. Paul compares giving of Alms to the sowing of Corn, 2 Cor. 9.6. now as sowing Corn turns more to the benefit of him, that Soweth it, than of the Earth that receives the Seed;
as are mercifull to the poor, 41 Psal. 1. Blessed is he that considereth the poor, the Lord will strengthen him upon the bed of languishing, thou wilt make all his bed in his sicknesse, thou knowest not how soon it may be thy lot, to be visited with sicknesse:
as Are merciful to the poor, 41 Psalm 1. Blessed is he that Considereth the poor, the Lord will strengthen him upon the Bed of languishing, thou wilt make all his Bed in his sickness, thou Knowest not how soon it may be thy lot, to be visited with sickness:
If thou considerest the condition of thy poor Brethren in distress, thou art sure to have carefull attendance, honourable attendance, not only an attendance of Angels, but God himself;
If thou Considerest the condition of thy poor Brothers in distress, thou art sure to have careful attendance, honourable attendance, not only an attendance of Angels, but God himself;
But Lastly, what is all this to that hundredfold, which you shall receive in the life to come? when you shall for the bread that ye have dealt to the hungry, be fed everlastlngly with heavenly Manna, Angels food:
But Lastly, what is all this to that hundredfold, which you shall receive in the life to come? when you shall for the bred that you have dealt to the hungry, be fed everlastlngly with heavenly Manna, Angels food:
For the Garments wherewith you have covered the naked, walk with the Lamb in white: and for every pecuniary act of charity, receive a Crown and a kingdom glorious, incorruptible, and that fadeth not away.
For the Garments wherewith you have covered the naked, walk with the Lamb in white: and for every pecuniary act of charity, receive a Crown and a Kingdom glorious, incorruptible, and that fades not away.
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I cannot but complain of a great Famine and Dearth of Alms-deeds, though (blessed be God) we have neither a Famine of Bread nor of hearing the Words of the Lord.
I cannot but complain of a great Famine and Dearth of Almsdeeds, though (blessed be God) we have neither a Famine of Bred nor of hearing the Words of the Lord.
as he did upon the Jesuits (whom in forain Nations they call Apostles) the Apostles indeed shewed the World Heaven, left the Earth to Earthly men and got Heaven themselves:
as he did upon the Jesuits (whom in foreign nations they call Apostles) the Apostles indeed showed the World Heaven, left the Earth to Earthly men and god Heaven themselves:
but we are more beholding to our new ones, For they shew us Heaven, leave it to us to purchase, in the mean time seeking only for themselves earthly possessions.
but we Are more beholding to our new ones, For they show us Heaven, leave it to us to purchase, in the mean time seeking only for themselves earthly possessions.
as ye abound in Faith, in Utterance and Knowledg; see that ye abound in this grace also, 2 Cor. 8.7. and remember the words of our Lord Jesus how he said, it is more blessed to give than to receive.
as you abound in Faith, in Utterance and Knowledge; see that you abound in this grace also, 2 Cor. 8.7. and Remember the words of our Lord jesus how he said, it is more blessed to give than to receive.
ask a covetous rich man, what he thinks of those, that laying out what they have for Gods glory and the relief of those that are in necessity, do thereby purchase unto themselves the rich merchandise of heaven with their earthly substance whether they do wisely or no? without doubt he will say, that they do wisely.
ask a covetous rich man, what he thinks of those, that laying out what they have for God's glory and the relief of those that Are in necessity, do thereby purchase unto themselves the rich merchandise of heaven with their earthly substance whither they do wisely or no? without doubt he will say, that they do wisely.
But remember that he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy, 2 Jam. 13. whereof we have an example in Dives, who because he would not give Lazarus a crum on Earth to alay his hunger, was denyed a drop in Hell to quench his own thirst.
But Remember that he shall have judgement without mercy, that hath showed no mercy, 2 Jam. 13. whereof we have an Exampl in Dives, who Because he would not give Lazarus a crumb on Earth to allay his hunger, was denied a drop in Hell to quench his own thirst.
But whilst I am stirring you up to this duty, I may not forget to give you some directions in the practice of it. 1. The Alms which you give, give them freely.
But while I am stirring you up to this duty, I may not forget to give you Some directions in the practice of it. 1. The Alms which you give, give them freely.
This is the rule, Let him that sheweth mercy, do it with cheerfulnesse 12 Rom. 8. For God loveth a cheerfull Giver 2 Cor. 9.7. if your Alms are extorted from you, they cannot be called benevolence, because not comming with good will.
This is the Rule, Let him that shows mercy, do it with cheerfulness 12 Rom. 8. For God loves a cheerful Giver 2 Cor. 9.7. if your Alms Are extorted from you, they cannot be called benevolence, Because not coming with good will.
For the will is so greatly concernd in this businesse, that where there is not ability, God accepts it for the deed, 2 Cor. 8.12 therefore whatsoever ye do, do it heartily,
For the will is so greatly concerned in this business, that where there is not ability, God accepts it for the deed, 2 Cor. 8.12 Therefore whatsoever you do, do it heartily,
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as unto the Lord ▪ let thy fountains flow forth (saith Solomon ) 5 Prov. 16. To note how free we should be in works of this nature, that our Alms should come from us like water out of a Fountain,
as unto the Lord ▪ let thy fountains flow forth (Says Solomon) 5 Curae 16. To note how free we should be in works of this nature, that our Alms should come from us like water out of a Fountain,
And to shew this Freenesse, we should not always stay till we be asked, but consider the Poor and so take a course to releive their modesty, as well as their necessity.
And to show this Freeness, we should not always stay till we be asked, but Consider the Poor and so take a course to relieve their modesty, as well as their necessity.
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God Forbid, the Heavens should not rain, till the Earth first open her mouth; For there is some ground, that will sooner burn then chap. 2. What Alms you give, give them with compassion.
God Forbid, the Heavens should not rain, till the Earth First open her Mouth; For there is Some ground, that will sooner burn then chap. 2. What Alms you give, give them with compassion.
So we are commanded to remember them that are in Bonds, as bound with them, 13 Hebr. 3. This is called a drawing out of the Soul to the hungry, 58 Isa. 10. It is one thing to give our goods, another thing to give our affection.
So we Are commanded to Remember them that Are in Bonds, as bound with them, 13 Hebrew 3. This is called a drawing out of the Soul to the hungry, 58 Isaiah 10. It is one thing to give our goods, Another thing to give our affection.
Surely none need be more bountifull in giving, than the Sun is in shining, which though freely bestowing his beams on the World, keeps notwithstanding the body of light to himself.
Surely none need be more bountiful in giving, than the Sun is in shining, which though freely bestowing his beams on the World, keeps notwithstanding the body of Light to himself.
First Gods poor, or Christs poor, such as have suffered loss of Estate for Christ, or being otherwise fallen into poverty make profession of the Gospel. Secondly, the Worlds Poor;
First God's poor, or Christ poor, such as have suffered loss of Estate for christ, or being otherwise fallen into poverty make profession of the Gospel. Secondly, the World's Poor;
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that by wickedness have consumed their Estates, and after they are consumed, do yet continue in their wickedness being notoriously vicious and debauched.
that by wickedness have consumed their Estates, and After they Are consumed, do yet continue in their wickedness being notoriously vicious and debauched.
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4. What Alms you give, give them in simplicity, 12, Rom. 8. Not like the Hipocrite, that bloweth a trumpet before his Alms, that he may have glory of men.
4. What Alms you give, give them in simplicity, 12, Rom. 8. Not like the Hypocrite, that blows a trumpet before his Alms, that he may have glory of men.
Our left hand must not know what our right hand doth 6 Math. 3. upon which some have commented thus, let not thy left hand, that is, thy wife, know what thy right hand, that is, thy self doth.
Our left hand must not know what our right hand does 6 Math. 3. upon which Some have commented thus, let not thy left hand, that is, thy wife, know what thy right hand, that is, thy self does.
Therefore Jerome taxed a noble Roman Dame, who being at St. Peters Church, there with her own hands gave peices of mony to the poor people, that she might seem to be more religious.
Therefore Jerome taxed a noble Roman Dame, who being At Saint Peter's Church, there with her own hands gave Pieces of money to the poor people, that she might seem to be more religious.
And if they be so pretious to God, how can we think, but that there should be a special providence in their Sicknesse and Death? If the hairs of their Heads are numbred, much more the days of their Sojourning;
And if they be so precious to God, how can we think, but that there should be a special providence in their Sickness and Death? If the hairs of their Heads Are numbered, much more the days of their Sojourning;
and take them away by Death at such a time, that he casteth them into such places (it may be) where they are at a distance from their Habitation, that they are taken away by such a sharp Disease and violently, that he doth not spare them a little to recover their strength, before they go hence; and be no more seen.
and take them away by Death At such a time, that he Cast them into such places (it may be) where they Are At a distance from their Habitation, that they Are taken away by such a sharp Disease and violently, that he does not spare them a little to recover their strength, before they go hence; and be no more seen.
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Now we must answer all such questions as these, with a sic evenit, so it came to passe by the most wise providence of God, whose respect to his Children is such, that if he had seen any thing better, this had not been.
Now we must answer all such questions as these, with a sic evenit, so it Come to pass by the most wise providence of God, whose respect to his Children is such, that if he had seen any thing better, this had not been.
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Gods dearest Children are not exempted from Sicknesse, no more than any other affliction, it is said, 11 Joh. 3. Behold, he whom thou lovest is Sick, Augustine asks,
God's dearest Children Are not exempted from Sickness, no more than any other affliction, it is said, 11 John 3. Behold, he whom thou Lovest is Sick, Augustine asks,
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They sit, as Augustus said he did, when he sate between Virgil and Horace, (the one melancholly, the other troubled with sore eyes) between sighing and weeping.
They fit, as Augustus said he did, when he sat between Virgil and Horace, (the one melancholy, the other troubled with soar eyes) between sighing and weeping.
All the day long have I been plagued and chastned every Morning saith David, 73 Psal. 14. When yet it is said of some wicked worldly Men, that they were not in trouble like other Men,
All the day long have I been plagued and chastened every Morning Says David, 73 Psalm 14. When yet it is said of Some wicked worldly Men, that they were not in trouble like other Men,
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You have read (it may be or heard the Story of the holy Hermite, that having lived to a compleat Age, (though very piously) yet made a question of Gods love to him,
You have read (it may be or herd the Story of the holy Hermit, that having lived to a complete Age, (though very piously) yet made a question of God's love to him,
It pleased God in some short time, before he dyed to visit him with an Ague, which he blessed God for, and received as a Love-token, not scrupling that so much afterward, which formerly had troubled him.
It pleased God in Some short time, before he died to visit him with an Ague, which he blessed God for, and received as a Love-token, not Scrutining that so much afterwards, which formerly had troubled him.
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and so with his Face upward he Dyed miserably: And therefore by that expression, the Apostle intendeth some grievous bodily distemper, or racking pain.
and so with his Face upward he Died miserably: And Therefore by that expression, the Apostle intends Some grievous bodily distemper, or racking pain.
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Gods dearest Saints have had experience of sore Sicknesses, such as Hezekiah, Job, David, and Epaphroditus. The Children of God have Bodies of the same matter and making with other men.
God's dearest Saints have had experience of soar Sicknesses, such as Hezekiah, Job, David, and Epaphroditus. The Children of God have Bodies of the same matter and making with other men.
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and remember that in Sickness, all your desire is before God, and your groaning is not hid from him, 38 Psal. 9. And though your bodily distemper indispose you for duty,
and Remember that in Sickness, all your desire is before God, and your groaning is not hid from him, 38 Psalm 9. And though your bodily distemper indispose you for duty,
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yet God accepted Hezekiahs prayer, 38 Isa. 5. though when he prayed, he did but chatter like as a Crane or a Swallow. 38 Isa. 14. So much of Dorcas Sickness.
yet God accepted Hezekiah's prayer, 38 Isaiah 5. though when he prayed, he did but chatter like as a Crane or a Swallow. 38 Isaiah 14. So much of Dorcas Sickness.
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Death will seperate the union between Husband and Wife, between Children and Parents, between David and Jonathan, yea the union between Soul and Body for a time;
Death will separate the Union between Husband and Wife, between Children and Parents, between David and Johnathan, yea the Union between Soul and Body for a time;
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these were personal privileges, and a personal Action ever dies with the person; Neither are privileges to be amplified, for then they are no privileges.
these were personal privileges, and a personal Actium ever die with the person; Neither Are privileges to be amplified, for then they Are no privileges.
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Lastly, that of the Apostle is considerable, speaking of the Martyrs he saith, of whom the World was not worthy. 11 Hebr. 38. The World is apt to deride, revile, maligne,
Lastly, that of the Apostle is considerable, speaking of the Martyrs he Says, of whom the World was not worthy. 11 Hebrew 38. The World is apt to deride, revile, malign,
The wise man tels us, that the wicked is driven away in his wickednesse, but the righteous hath hope in his death. 14 Prov. 32, Dorcas being so righteous a woman, could not but have hope in her death,
The wise man tells us, that the wicked is driven away in his wickedness, but the righteous hath hope in his death. 14 Curae 32, Dorcas being so righteous a woman, could not but have hope in her death,
and it is very probable, She had NONLATINALPHABET The full assurance of hope, 6 Heb. 11. It is likely, She had that full assurance of hope, that filled her with joy;
and it is very probable, She had The full assurance of hope, 6 Hebrew 11. It is likely, She had that full assurance of hope, that filled her with joy;
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For God is not unrighteous, that he should forget Dorcas works and labour of love, which She shewed towards his name, in that She ministred unto the Saints, 6 Hebr. 10. That Dorcas Soul is blessed I can tell you;
For God is not unrighteous, that he should forget Dorcas works and labour of love, which She showed towards his name, in that She ministered unto the Saints, 6 Hebrew 10. That Dorcas Soul is blessed I can tell you;
The Scripture hath left us but a Negative description of the Saints blessedness, Eye hath not seen nor Ear heard &c. 1 Cor. 2.9. Paul was translated out of himself to behold it, and being returned into himself could not express it.
The Scripture hath left us but a Negative description of the Saints blessedness, Eye hath not seen nor Ear herd etc. 1 Cor. 2.9. Paul was translated out of himself to behold it, and being returned into himself could not express it.
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Wherefore let us gird up the loyns of our minds, let us every day be adding more Oil to our Lamps, that an entrance may be ministred unto us abundantly, into the everlasting Kingdom of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.
Wherefore let us gird up the loins of our minds, let us every day be adding more Oil to our Lamps, that an Entrance may be ministered unto us abundantly, into the everlasting Kingdom of our Lord and Saviour jesus christ.
I have spoken what I intend, of Dorcas in the Text. Let us now NONLATINALPHABET Give me leave to parallel the Dorcas that is dead in our days, with the Dorcas that was sick and dyed in those days:
I have spoken what I intend, of Dorcas in the Text. Let us now Give me leave to parallel the Dorcas that is dead in our days, with the Dorcas that was sick and died in those days:
if I had been desired yet I should not have said any thing of her, had I not known her my self and took it for granted that many others knew her to be a person exemplary for Piety,
if I had been desired yet I should not have said any thing of her, had I not known her my self and took it for granted that many Others knew her to be a person exemplary for Piety,
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for the hoary Head is a Crown of Glory, if it be found in the way of righteousnesse, 16 Prov. 31. hoariness is then honourable, when it doth such things, as becomes such an Age.
for the hoary Head is a Crown of Glory, if it be found in the Way of righteousness, 16 Curae 31. hoariness is then honourable, when it does such things, as becomes such an Age.
yet being conscious to her self of nothing, whereof they might accuse her, having the witness of a good Conscience, she accounted her accusations, her glory;
yet being conscious to her self of nothing, whereof they might accuse her, having the witness of a good Conscience, she accounted her accusations, her glory;
She was converted by the Ministery of the word, and so she desired the sincere Milk of it, to grow thereby, having once tasted how gracious the Lord is.
She was converted by the Ministry of the word, and so she desired the sincere Milk of it, to grow thereby, having once tasted how gracious the Lord is.
The Ministery she allwayes looked on as a Divine calling, and the ordinance of preaching as the means, whereby God would gather in and build up the Saints till the comming of Christ;
The Ministry she always looked on as a Divine calling, and the Ordinance of preaching as the means, whereby God would gather in and built up the Saints till the coming of christ;
Dorcas was full of good works, so was this our Dorcas. Good works are two-fold, either inhoerent wrought in us, or transient wrought by us. She was full of both;
Dorcas was full of good works, so was this our Dorcas. Good works Are twofold, either inhoerent wrought in us, or Transient wrought by us. She was full of both;
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The first means of her conversion unto grace (I have heard her sometimes say) was the ministery of one Mr. Rhodes, a painful Preacher, who at that time lived in or not farr distant from Hull. Before that time, she would say, she was very vain, ignorant and inconsiderate:
The First means of her conversion unto grace (I have herd her sometime say) was the Ministry of one Mr. Rhodes, a painful Preacher, who At that time lived in or not Far distant from Hull. Before that time, she would say, she was very vain, ignorant and inconsiderate:
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but being once spiritually illuminated, with Paul, she accounted that which the World esteems precious, to be but drosse and dung in comparison of the excellency of the knowledge of Jesus Christ her Lord. More particularly.
but being once spiritually illuminated, with Paul, she accounted that which the World esteems precious, to be but dross and dung in comparison of the excellency of the knowledge of jesus christ her Lord. More particularly.
and by reading the promises, hearing the Word, receiving the Sacrament, joyned with a special Act of application in them all, she had attained to a kind of Plerophorie, a full assurance of Faith.
and by reading the promises, hearing the Word, receiving the Sacrament, joined with a special Act of application in them all, she had attained to a kind of Plerophory, a full assurance of Faith.
When she was now Sick, she told me that since her conversion, she had at several times many doubts and fears arising in her Heart, Satan desired to Winnow her as Wheat,
When she was now Sick, she told me that since her conversion, she had At several times many doubts and fears arising in her Heart, Satan desired to Winnow her as Wheat,
and well indeed might she hold fast the integrity of her Faith, who continued to hold fast the integrity of her Obedience, walking as Elizabeth in all the Commandements and Ordinances of the Lord blameless, making such Conscience of the discharge both of her personal and relative duties, that so farr as I have observed or been acquainted,
and well indeed might she hold fast the integrity of her Faith, who continued to hold fast the integrity of her obedience, walking as Elizabeth in all the commandments and Ordinances of the Lord blameless, making such Conscience of the discharge both of her personal and relative duties, that so Far as I have observed or been acquainted,
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When I took upon me the boldnesse to ask her in private (her Daughter being then only present) whether she did under this affliction doubt of Gods Fatherly love,
When I took upon me the boldness to ask her in private (her Daughter being then only present) whither she did under this affliction doubt of God's Fatherly love,
or whether the guilt of any Sin, but those which are called Sins of dayly incursion, pressing her Conscience did render the affliction more bitter? her answer was, she did not doubt, she was assured of Gods love:
or whither the guilt of any since, but those which Are called Sins of daily incursion, pressing her Conscience did render the affliction more bitter? her answer was, she did not doubt, she was assured of God's love:
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and fell short of her duty (that was her grief) of her desire likewise (that was her comfort) but she professed that her Conscience did not accuse her of any wicked or willful disobedience, she hated every false way,
and fell short of her duty (that was her grief) of her desire likewise (that was her Comfort) but she professed that her Conscience did not accuse her of any wicked or wilful disobedience, she hated every false Way,
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only she feared that in this affliction God might remember former iniquities long since committed, which, it may be, she had not throughly humbled her self for.
only she feared that in this affliction God might Remember former iniquities long since committed, which, it may be, she had not thoroughly humbled her self for.
I asked her then, why she was so sorrowful? the substance of her reply was, that she thought a more than ordinary measure of sorrow was in such cases lawful, being warranted out of the Scripture by the examples of good men;
I asked her then, why she was so sorrowful? the substance of her reply was, that she Thought a more than ordinary measure of sorrow was in such cases lawful, being warranted out of the Scripture by the Examples of good men;
A great lover she was of the ordinances, a lover likewise of Gods people ▪ her delight was in the Saints of the earth, in her eyes a vile person was contemned, but she honoured them that fear the Lord:
A great lover she was of the ordinances, a lover likewise of God's people ▪ her delight was in the Saints of the earth, in her eyes a vile person was contemned, but she honoured them that Fear the Lord:
where she saw any thing of Christ, she loved the person, as Ambrose loved Christ dwelling in Augustine. I think one of the greatest arguments of a mans love to Christ, is,
where she saw any thing of christ, she loved the person, as Ambrose loved christ Dwelling in Augustine. I think one of the greatest Arguments of a men love to christ, is,
and in this very thing she spent most of her time (wherein through Gods blessing) she laboured with such successe, that beside her natural daughters, I doubt not but she hath many other daughters in the faith, who may arise up and call her blessed:
and in this very thing she spent most of her time (wherein through God's blessing) she laboured with such success, that beside her natural daughters, I doubt not but she hath many other daughters in the faith, who may arise up and call her blessed:
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Nazianzen would have men so much in this duty, that they might be able to shew the wounds of the knees, and there is a figure in the Heavens which Astronomers call, in the knees.
Nazianzen would have men so much in this duty, that they might be able to show the wounds of the knees, and there is a figure in the Heavens which Astronomers call, in the knees.
and though age and her infirmities might have tolerated her another posture, yet I have observed to my admiration, that for so long time she hath seldome changed her gesture,
and though age and her infirmities might have tolerated her Another posture, yet I have observed to my admiration, that for so long time she hath seldom changed her gesture,
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Such a powerfull faculty had this Gentlewoman in prayer, as I have heard those that lived with her acknowledge and admire. One thing of her practise in this duty, I may not omit;
Such a powerful faculty had this Gentlewoman in prayer, as I have herd those that lived with her acknowledge and admire. One thing of her practice in this duty, I may not omit;
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nor act grace, nor keep it in being, without a fresh supply from God, and therefore what had we to be proud of? She remembred that of the Apostle, in lowlyness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves:
nor act grace, nor keep it in being, without a fresh supply from God, and Therefore what had we to be proud of? She remembered that of the Apostle, in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves:
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For this reason it was (as I conjecture) that when any of her Childrens Servants happened to be at her House in her Husbands absence, she was not willing that they should be present,
For this reason it was (as I conjecture) that when any of her Children's Servants happened to be At her House in her Husbands absence, she was not willing that they should be present,
Thus when she sent out her Almes (I perceive since her Funeral) she would make choice for a Messenger, one that was least known in the City, that it might be lesse suspected from whom they came;
Thus when she sent out her Alms (I perceive since her Funeral) she would make choice for a Messenger, one that was least known in the city, that it might be less suspected from whom they Come;
when her Son offered, that he would of his proper charges, take care to have her Body removed to York, and there with Funeral Solemnity, interred in the Cathedral-Church by her Husband, who were lovely and pleasant in their lives,
when her Son offered, that he would of his proper charges, take care to have her Body removed to York, and there with Funeral Solemnity, interred in the Cathedral-Church by her Husband, who were lovely and pleasant in their lives,
She shewed her Humility likewise in making choice of me by her Will to Preach at her Funeral, one indeed not able or worthy to commend a woman of such virtues;
She showed her Humility likewise in making choice of me by her Will to Preach At her Funeral, one indeed not able or worthy to commend a woman of such Virtues;
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therefore we may upon her inscribe the same Motto, that is usually given to the Silk-worm, operitor dum operatur, she is all covered, whilst she works.
Therefore we may upon her inscribe the same Motto, that is usually given to the Silkworm, operitor dum operatur, she is all covered, while she works.
but her House was an House of Prayer, wherein the Morning & the Evening sacrifice were daily offered up to God, consisting of two set services alwayes, prayer, and reading the word;
but her House was an House of Prayer, wherein the Morning & the Evening sacrifice were daily offered up to God, consisting of two Set services always, prayer, and reading the word;
It is said of Abraham, that he had three hundred trained servants, (or as the Original will bear it) catechized servants, 14 Gen. 14. she had (though not such a number) yet those she had, were catechized servants. One thing I have observed that when she had any strangers lodged in her house, she took care that they had a Bible laid in their chamber;
It is said of Abraham, that he had three hundred trained Servants, (or as the Original will bear it) Catechized Servants, 14 Gen. 14. she had (though not such a number) yet those she had, were Catechized Servants. One thing I have observed that when she had any Strangers lodged in her house, she took care that they had a bible laid in their chamber;
Her ordinary saying was, if our dear Saviour rose so early in the morning for the work of our redemption, shall we think much to rise early for his service? this I took notice of and have heard her say, that she observed the Lords-day always as a day of solemn thanksgiving;
Her ordinary saying was, if our dear Saviour rose so early in the morning for the work of our redemption, shall we think much to rise early for his service? this I took notice of and have herd her say, that she observed the Lord's day always as a day of solemn thanksgiving;
I have heard her frequently admire Gods great goodnesse to this sinfull Nation, in vouchsafing unto it such abundant provision both for life and Godlinesse;
I have herd her frequently admire God's great Goodness to this sinful nation, in vouchsafing unto it such abundant provision both for life and Godliness;
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but however, she could have been content to have lived with the Gospel, yet she ever desired that they who labour in the word and doctrine might fare well.
but however, she could have been content to have lived with the Gospel, yet she ever desired that they who labour in the word and Doctrine might fare well.
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yet she alwayes tempered her reproofs with the spirit of meeknesse, was wise to observe the fittest time and place, together with the disposition of the person,
yet she always tempered her reproofs with the Spirit of meekness, was wise to observe the Fittest time and place, together with the disposition of the person,
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She was sometimes troubled at the strangeness of friends, but then she remembred a saying of Mr. Aiscough, and would say, oh that I could do as he prescribed! the saying was this;
She was sometime troubled At the strangeness of Friends, but then she remembered a saying of Mr. Aiscough, and would say, o that I could do as he prescribed! the saying was this;
I considered, that out of the abundance of the Heart, the Mourh speaketh, and concluded that she had a greater Treasure of good things in her, than we had.
I considered, that out of the abundance of the Heart, the Mourh speaks, and concluded that she had a greater Treasure of good things in her, than we had.
She thought (according to the Greek saying) A plentiful Table to feed the Body, without good discourse to feed the Mind, is little better than a Manger.
She Thought (according to the Greek saying) A plentiful Table to feed the Body, without good discourse to feed the Mind, is little better than a Manger.
and not tossed about with every wind of Doctrine ▪ indeed she was so established with grace (the best preservative against Errours) and with Timothy so assured of the things that she had learn'd, knowing of whom she had learned them, that she was not easily, removed.
and not tossed about with every wind of Doctrine ▪ indeed she was so established with grace (the best preservative against Errors) and with Timothy so assured of the things that she had learned, knowing of whom she had learned them, that she was not Easily, removed.
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So it is come to passe in these days, these calamitous and distracted days, wherein the Church stood in great need of her Prayers, that she was Sick and is Dead.
So it is come to pass in these days, these calamitous and distracted days, wherein the Church stood in great need of her Prayers, that she was Sick and is Dead.
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There are many events and second causes, that help to hasten Death, and beside the infirmities of her Bodie, I believe the late losse of her most dear Husband, might be a means to shorten her dayes, Secondly, She Dyed most comfortably.
There Are many events and second Causes, that help to hasten Death, and beside the infirmities of her Body, I believe the late loss of her most dear Husband, might be a means to shorten her days, Secondly, She Died most comfortably.
But I thank God, I have passed the great Gulfe, for I am assured, and she went over with it again (speaking more heartily than at other times) Ey, I am assured that God hath pardoned all my sins:
But I thank God, I have passed the great Gulf, for I am assured, and she went over with it again (speaking more heartily than At other times) Ey, I am assured that God hath pardoned all my Sins:
so that I exhort you in the words of the Apostle, 6 Heb. 11, 12. I desire, that every one of you would shew the same diligence, to the full assurance of hope, to the end;
so that I exhort you in the words of the Apostle, 6 Hebrew 11, 12. I desire, that every one of you would show the same diligence, to the full assurance of hope, to the end;
