A call from Heaven to the present and succeeding generations, or, A discourse wherein is shewed I. That the children of godly parents are under special advantages and encouragements to seek the Lord, II. The exceeding danger of apostasie, especially as to those that are the children and posterity of such as have been eminent for God in their generation, III. That young men ought to remember God their creator / by Increase Mather ...
The Scripture sets a special Emphasis and Remark upon the last words of David, 2 Sam. 23. 1. now these are the last words of David-the sweet singer of Israel;
The Scripture sets a special Emphasis and Remark upon the last words of David, 2 Sam. 23. 1. now these Are the last words of David-the sweet singer of Israel;
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who perceiving that the time of his departure was at hand, layeth a most solemn charge upon his son Solomon, that he should endeavour to approve himself a faithful Servant of his Fathers God.
who perceiving that the time of his departure was At hand, Layeth a most solemn charge upon his son Solomon, that he should endeavour to approve himself a faithful Servant of his Father's God.
Thou art a child of a Father that had a special interest in God, and therefore if thou set thy self to seek him, know for thy encouragement, that he will be most ready, to shew himself favourable to thee,
Thou art a child of a Father that had a special Interest in God, and Therefore if thou Set thy self to seek him, know for thy encouragement, that he will be most ready, to show himself favourable to thee,
For the clearing of this Doctrine, two things may be attended. 1. To enquire what is implyed in this seeking the Lord which the Text speak•th of ▪ 2. How it doth appear that the Children of godly Parents are under peculiar advantages and encouragement so to do?
For the clearing of this Doctrine, two things may be attended. 1. To inquire what is employed in this seeking the Lord which the Text speak•th of ▪ 2. How it does appear that the Children of godly Parents Are under peculiar advantages and encouragement so to do?
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Yea, it is true concerning Children of godly Parents as well as others, Eph. 2 3. we (saith the holy Apostle) were by nature the Children of wrath even as others.
Yea, it is true Concerning Children of godly Parents as well as Others, Ephesians 2 3. we (Says the holy Apostle) were by nature the Children of wrath even as Others.
We that are Jews an• descended of holy Ancestors, we that are now con•verted, and made Apostles of Christ, by nature wer• Subjects of the wrath and righteous displeasure God.
We that Are jews an• descended of holy Ancestors, we that Are now con•verted, and made Apostles of christ, by nature wer• Subject's of the wrath and righteous displeasure God.
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When Job sought after Communion with God, he maketh enquiry, where shall I find him, Job 23. 3. No one will seek after that which is not an Object of his desires, Psal. 27. 4. One thing have I desired, that will I seek after.
When Job sought After Communion with God, he makes enquiry, where shall I find him, Job 23. 3. No one will seek After that which is not an Object of his Desires, Psalm 27. 4. One thing have I desired, that will I seek After.
How are the desires and affections of a thirsty man carryed out after water, in a thirsty Land where no water is? when the desires of the Soul are in like manner carryed out after God, that is seeking him.
How Are the Desires and affections of a thirsty man carried out After water, in a thirsty Land where no water is? when the Desires of the Soul Are in like manner carried out After God, that is seeking him.
Ps. 105. 4 Seek the Lords face & the means in order to obtaining that end, is Repentance of former sins, Faith in the righteousnes of Jesus Christ, ( Jer. 50. 5.) walking according to the holy Rules of the Word of God, which is therefore called a walking in all well pleasing before the Lord, inasmuch as so to walk is the way to find the continuance of divine favour.
Ps. 105. 4 Seek the lords face & the means in order to obtaining that end, is Repentance of former Sins, Faith in the righteousness of jesus christ, (Jer. 50. 5.) walking according to the holy Rules of the Word of God, which is Therefore called a walking in all well pleasing before the Lord, inasmuch as so to walk is the Way to find the Continuance of divine favour.
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As they that do not worship God are said to be such as seek him not, Isai 65. 1. I am found of them that sought me not, meaning that the Gentiles, who in former times did not own and worship the true God, should be brought to the knowledge of him.
As they that do not worship God Are said to be such as seek him not, Isaiah 65. 1. I am found of them that sought me not, meaning that the Gentiles, who in former times did not own and worship the true God, should be brought to the knowledge of him.
Now forsaking hath special respect to that sin of Idolatry and false worship, David was a man that was very faithful to God in the matters of his worship.
Now forsaking hath special respect to that since of Idolatry and false worship, David was a man that was very faithful to God in the matters of his worship.
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We come now to the second thing propounded, viz. To shew how it doth appear that the Children of godly Parents are under peculiar advantages and encouragement to seek the Lord.
We come now to the second thing propounded, viz. To show how it does appear that the Children of godly Parents Are under peculiar advantages and encouragement to seek the Lord.
as that generally elect Children are cast upon elect Parents, John directs one of his Epistles, To the elect Lady and her Children, whom he also found walking in the Truth.
as that generally elect Children Are cast upon elect Parents, John directs one of his Epistles, To the elect Lady and her Children, whom he also found walking in the Truth.
There are many Scriptures which do intimate this truth, Psal. 105. 8. He hath remembred his Covenant for ever, the word which he commanded to a thousand gonerations.
There Are many Scriptures which do intimate this truth, Psalm 105. 8. He hath remembered his Covenant for ever, the word which he commanded to a thousand gonerations.
and their Childrens Children, Isai. 59. 20. my Spirit which is upon thee, & my words which I have put in thy mouth, shall not depart out of thy mouth,
and their Children's Children, Isaiah 59. 20. my Spirit which is upon thee, & my words which I have put in thy Mouth, shall not depart out of thy Mouth,
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To the same purpose is that, Ezek. 37. 25. what more plain can be spoken, to shew that God doth many times cast elect Children upon elect Parents in a continued Succession from generation to generation? See also Isai. 65. 22, 23, Mine Elect and their Off-spring with them are the blessed of the Lord.
To the same purpose is that, Ezekiel 37. 25. what more plain can be spoken, to show that God does many times cast elect Children upon elect Parents in a continued Succession from generation to generation? See also Isaiah 65. 22, 23, Mine Elect and their Offspring with them Are the blessed of the Lord.
And therefore the Apostle said to the Jaylor, believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved and thy house, Acts 16. 31. How did Paul know that if the Jaylor believed his Children should be saved? was it from any special Revelation concerning those Children more then with respect unto others? no;
And Therefore the Apostle said to the Jailor, believe on the Lord jesus christ, and thou shalt be saved and thy house, Acts 16. 31. How did Paul know that if the Jailor believed his Children should be saved? was it from any special Revelation Concerning those Children more then with respect unto Others? no;
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because he was the Son of a god•y mother and Grand-mother. Moreover, experience and observation doth confirm this truth, that de facto it hath been so.
Because he was the Son of a god•y mother and Grandmother. Moreover, experience and observation does confirm this truth, that de facto it hath been so.
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And if an account should be taken concerning all the godly men that are now alive in the world, doubtless it would be found, that the greatest part of them are sprung from godly Parents.
And if an account should be taken Concerning all the godly men that Are now alive in the world, doubtless it would be found, that the greatest part of them Are sprung from godly Parents.
To say that the Covenant was extended to Children under the Old Testament, but not under the New, is to lessen the grace of God in these dayes of the Gospel.
To say that the Covenant was extended to Children under the Old Testament, but not under the New, is to lessen the grace of God in these days of the Gospel.
but if we imbrace the Gospel, they shall have no part in the Lord, this would have been such an objection against beleiving as could never have been answered.
but if we embrace the Gospel, they shall have no part in the Lord, this would have been such an objection against believing as could never have been answered.
In another place, David speaking concerning the children of Gods servants, and that in the dayes of the Messiah, faith, A Seed shall serve him, it shall be accounted to the Lord for a generation.
In Another place, David speaking Concerning the children of God's Servants, and that in the days of the Messiah, faith, A Seed shall serve him, it shall be accounted to the Lord for a generation.
And that was one reason why the Lord did of old appoint Circumcision to be applyed to the children of his people, that so this promise of converting grace in due time to be vouchsafed, might be sealed.
And that was one reason why the Lord did of old appoint Circumcision to be applied to the children of his people, that so this promise of converting grace in due time to be vouchsafed, might be sealed.
David prayed earnestly for his Son Solomon, 1 Chron. 29. 19. & 22. 16. So did Isaac for his son Jacob. Gen. 28. 1, 3, 4. Now it is matter of great encouragement, that prayer is going:
David prayed earnestly for his Son Solomon, 1 Chronicles 29. 19. & 22. 16. So did Isaac for his son Jacob. Gen. 28. 1, 3, 4. Now it is matter of great encouragement, that prayer is going:
It is said in the fifth Commandment, Honour thy Father, and thy Mother, that thy dayes may be long upon the Land which the Lord thy God giveth thee, Exod 20. 12. because as for dutiful Children, their Parents are engaged to pray much for them,
It is said in the fifth Commandment, Honour thy Father, and thy Mother, that thy days may be long upon the Land which the Lord thy God gives thee, Exod 20. 12. Because as for dutiful Children, their Parents Are engaged to pray much for them,
As Isaac said of Jacob, Gen. 27. 33. I have blessed him, and he shall be blessed, so a godly Parent can sometimes say, such a Child of mine, Christ hath blessed him,
As Isaac said of Jacob, Gen. 27. 33. I have blessed him, and he shall be blessed, so a godly Parent can sometime say, such a Child of mine, christ hath blessed him,
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5. Such Children have blessed Examples set before them. Now that's a great advantage. That wise Heathen could say, plus vivitur exemplis quam praeceptis.
5. Such Children have blessed Examples Set before them. Now that's a great advantage. That wise Heathen could say, plus vivitur exemplis quam praeceptis.
Moreover, it is a great encouragement unto the Child of a godly Parent, when he can think and say, my Father did serve God and the Lord accepted of him,
Moreover, it is a great encouragement unto the Child of a godly Parent, when he can think and say, my Father did serve God and the Lord accepted of him,
How many Examples are there recorded in the Scripture of Gods punishing Children with their Parents and because of their sin? So Achans Children, and Dathan's and Abiram's;
How many Examples Are there recorded in the Scripture of God's punishing Children with their Parents and Because of their since? So Achans Children, and Dathan's and Abiram's;
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and was not an express charge given concerning the little ones of the Amalekites, Midianites, &c. that they should be destroyed with their Fathers? thus doth the Lord recompence the iniquity of the Fathers into the bosome of the Children.
and was not an express charge given Concerning the little ones of the Amalekites, midianites, etc. that they should be destroyed with their Father's? thus does the Lord recompense the iniquity of the Father's into the bosom of the Children.
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7. We find in the Scripture that the Children of holy men have been encouraged from this consideration, that they were so related to such as had a special Interest in God.
7. We find in the Scripture that the Children of holy men have been encouraged from this consideration, that they were so related to such as had a special Interest in God.
— So Jacob, Gen. 31. 5. The God of my Father hath been with me, and ver. 42. except the God of my Father and fear of Isaac had been with me, and Chap. 32. 9. Jacob said, O God of my Father Abraham,
— So Jacob, Gen. 31. 5. The God of my Father hath been with me, and for. 42. except the God of my Father and Fear of Isaac had been with me, and Chap. 32. 9. Jacob said, Oh God of my Father Abraham,
So Moses, Exod. 18. 4. The God of my Father was my help, and delivered me from the Sword of Pharaoh, and David, Psal. 116. 16, O Lord truly I am thy Servant;
So Moses, Exod 18. 4. The God of my Father was my help, and Delivered me from the Sword of Pharaoh, and David, Psalm 116. 16, O Lord truly I am thy Servant;
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Inasmuch as the Lord was their fathers God, Solomon and the Lords people with him had their hearts drawn forth to hope that he would be their God also,
Inasmuch as the Lord was their Father's God, Solomon and the lords people with him had their hearts drawn forth to hope that he would be their God also,
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And Daniels heart was enlarged in giving praises to God since he could say, I thank thee O thou God of my Fathers who hast given me wisdome. Dan. 2. 23. These things then make it evident that such children are under peculiar encouragement to seek the Lord.
And Daniel's heart was enlarged in giving praises to God since he could say, I thank thee Oh thou God of my Father's who hast given me Wisdom. Dan. 2. 23. These things then make it evident that such children Are under peculiar encouragement to seek the Lord.
Wherefore the Apostle having propounded that Question, What advantage hath the Jew above the Gentile? maketh Answer, much every way, chiefly in that to them is committed the Oracles of God.
Wherefore the Apostle having propounded that Question, What advantage hath the Jew above the Gentile? makes Answer, much every Way, chiefly in that to them is committed the Oracles of God.
Timothy being descended from a godly mother and grand-mother, even from a child knew the Scriptures, 2. Tim. 3. 15. To enjoy the word and Ordinances of God publickly dispensed is a great mercy;
Timothy being descended from a godly mother and grandmother, even from a child knew the Scriptures, 2. Tim. 3. 15. To enjoy the word and Ordinances of God publicly dispensed is a great mercy;
it is therefore mentioned as such a blessing as is enough to make amends for many sorrows and afflictions, Thine eyes shall behold thy Teachers, Isai. 30 20. This is wont to be the portion of godly mens Children.
it is Therefore mentioned as such a blessing as is enough to make amends for many sorrows and afflictions, Thine eyes shall behold thy Teachers, Isaiah 30 20. This is wont to be the portion of godly men's Children.
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It is said concerning him that feareth God, His children shall find a place of Refuge, Prov. 14. 26. And the Lord said to Abraham concerning Ishmael, Gen. 21. 13. I will make a nation of him because he is thy seed.
It is said Concerning him that fears God, His children shall find a place of Refuge, Curae 14. 26. And the Lord said to Abraham Concerning Ishmael, Gen. 21. 13. I will make a Nation of him Because he is thy seed.
for this cause David saith, A little that a righteous man hath is better then the riches of many wicked. Psal. 37. 16. Hence we ought to nourish hope concerning such Children, and that above what can be said with respect unto the Children of other Parents.
for this cause David Says, A little that a righteous man hath is better then the riches of many wicked. Psalm 37. 16. Hence we ought to nourish hope Concerning such Children, and that above what can be said with respect unto the Children of other Parents.
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But some one may object and say, have not good men bad Children, godly men ungodly Children? how then is there ground of hope with respect unto such Children in peculiar wise? Answ. This is sadly true sometimes;
But Some one may Object and say, have not good men bad Children, godly men ungodly Children? how then is there ground of hope with respect unto such Children in peculiar wise? Answer This is sadly true sometime;
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It was therefore said to Samuel, thy Sons do not walk in thy wayes, 1 Sam. 8. 5. And that prophane Jehojakim how unlike was he to his blessed Father Josiah? It is noted concerning Josiah, that when the word of God was read to him, he rent his Clothes, humbled himself,
It was Therefore said to Samuel, thy Sons do not walk in thy ways, 1 Sam. 8. 5. And that profane Jehoiakim how unlike was he to his blessed Father Josiah? It is noted Concerning Josiah, that when the word of God was read to him, he rend his Clothes, humbled himself,
Jer. 36. 23, 24. Yet this is further to be added and considered, that when the Children of good men are unlike their Parents in grace and holiness, it proceeds not from any unfaithfulness in the blessed God as to his Covenant with such Parents, or with their Children, for
Jer. 36. 23, 24. Yet this is further to be added and considered, that when the Children of good men Are unlike their Parents in grace and holiness, it proceeds not from any unfaithfulness in the blessed God as to his Covenant with such Parents, or with their Children, for
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1. Vsually it is some evill in such parents (though otherwise godly) which the Lord doth punish in their children, Either they are not so diligent in teaching and instructing them as they ought to be;
1. Usually it is Some evil in such Parents (though otherwise godly) which the Lord does Punish in their children, Either they Are not so diligent in teaching and instructing them as they ought to be;
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the Scripture taketh notice of it, that his Father had not displeased him at any time in saying why hast thou done so? 1 King. 1. 6. No wonder he came to such an unhappy end,
the Scripture Takes notice of it, that his Father had not displeased him At any time in saying why hast thou done so? 1 King. 1. 6. No wonder he Come to such an unhappy end,
there is reason to believe that his twelve sons did repent before they died, and that they are now in heaven, considering that they were Types of the Elect of God,
there is reason to believe that his twelve Sons did Repent before they died, and that they Are now in heaven, considering that they were Types of the Elect of God,
yet he had but ten children after that, which was the number he had before, wherefore Interpreters probably conclude that his other children were not lost;
yet he had but ten children After that, which was the number he had before, Wherefore Interpreters probably conclude that his other children were not lost;
And I have read of one who held much communion with God, that once said to an intimate friend, I have this day abtained mercy from God not only for my self,
And I have read of one who held much communion with God, that once said to an intimate friend, I have this day abstained mercy from God not only for my self,
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Esau was hated, yet it is conceived by learned men that Job and his godly friends were of Isaacs posterity by Esau. Samuels son Joel was not like his Father,
Esau was hated, yet it is conceived by learned men that Job and his godly Friends were of Isaacs posterity by Esau Samuels son Joel was not like his Father,
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yea, and many of Samuels great grand-Children, were faithful Ministers in the house of God, 1 Chron. 6. 33. and 25. 5, 6. The Lord hath sometimes cast off a few generations,
yea, and many of Samuels great grand-Children, were faithful Ministers in the house of God, 1 Chronicles 6. 33. and 25. 5, 6. The Lord hath sometime cast off a few generations,
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yet there are some that the Lord will remember his Covenant with, even a remnant according to Election that shall be saved We may say of New-Englands Children (many of them) as the Apostle speaketh concerning the Jews, however the case may be with them at the present, they are beloved for their Fathers sake, Rom. 11. 28. Hence Parents should be careful how they app•ove themselves for their poor Childrens (as well as for their own) sake.
yet there Are Some that the Lord will Remember his Covenant with, even a remnant according to Election that shall be saved We may say of New-Englands Children (many of them) as the Apostle speaks Concerning the jews, however the case may be with them At the present, they Are Beloved for their Father's sake, Rom. 11. 28. Hence Parents should be careful how they app•ove themselves for their poor Children's (as well as for their own) sake.
But if you be unconverted, and Christless, what a case are your Children in? That if they be in any distress, they have a Father that cannot pray for them,
But if you be unconverted, and Christless, what a case Are your Children in? That if they be in any distress, they have a Father that cannot pray for them,
Yea, let me tell you, that then if any of them dye in their Infancyes, you need not doubt of their Salvation, Deut. 30. 19. Thou and thy Seed shall live.
Yea, let me tell you, that then if any of them die in their Infancies, you need not doubt of their Salvation, Deuteronomy 30. 19. Thou and thy Seed shall live.
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God having taken your Children into a Covenant of life, if they never break that Covenant, shall they not live for ever? yea, they shall live for ever.
God having taken your Children into a Covenant of life, if they never break that Covenant, shall they not live for ever? yea, they shall live for ever.
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As Naamans Leprosy went down from Generation to Generation, so the plague of spiritual Leprosy in the Head, is sometimes propagated from the Father to the Son.
As Naamans Leprosy went down from Generation to Generation, so the plague of spiritual Leprosy in the Head, is sometime propagated from the Father to the Son.
As it's noted of Ahaziah, that he walked in the way of his Father and of his Mother, 1 King. 22. 52. And of those superstitious persons, 2 King. 17, 41. They served their graven Images, both their Children, and their Childrens Children;
As it's noted of Ahaziah, that he walked in the Way of his Father and of his Mother, 1 King. 22. 52. And of those superstitious Persons, 2 King. 17, 41. They served their graved Images, both their Children, and their Children's Children;
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If your Children see you in drink sometimes, will not they be drunkards too? If they hear you swear, will not they swear also? if they see you careless in the observation of the Sabbath, will not they likewise be guilty of Sabbathbreaking? And if they see you live in the neglect of holy duties, no prayer in the Family,
If your Children see you in drink sometime, will not they be drunkards too? If they hear you swear, will not they swear also? if they see you careless in the observation of the Sabbath, will not they likewise be guilty of Sabbath breaking? And if they see you live in the neglect of holy duties, no prayer in the Family,
how shall they be seekers of God? It will be a wonder if such Children do not prove Athiests, that are brought up in Familyes, where they never see any prayer, or acknowledgement of God.
how shall they be seekers of God? It will be a wonder if such Children do not prove Atheists, that Are brought up in Families, where they never see any prayer, or acknowledgement of God.
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and your miserable Children follow you to hel•, how will they curse you there? If thy Children perish through thy evil Example, they will follow thee up and down in the ever burning Lake, crving out, Woe to us, that ever we were born of such Parents!
and your miserable Children follow you to hel•, how will they curse you there? If thy Children perish through thy evil Exampl, they will follow thee up and down in the ever burning Lake, crving out, Woe to us, that ever we were born of such Parents!
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but now our damned Souls must live for ever in these everlasting flames; Thus wilt thou hear thine own Children yelling in thine Ears, world without end;
but now our damned Souls must live for ever in these everlasting flames; Thus wilt thou hear thine own Children yelling in thine Ears, world without end;
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1. Let godly parents that are here before the Lord this day, fuffer the word of Exhortation, Doe you endeavour to the utmost of your power, that your children may become seekers and servants of the only true God in Jesus Christ.
1. Let godly Parents that Are Here before the Lord this day, fuffer the word of Exhortation, Do you endeavour to the utmost of your power, that your children may become seekers and Servants of the only true God in jesus christ.
And indeed when you present them to the Lord in Baptism, you promise to doe your utmost, that they may become faithfull Servants of that God who is Father, Son and Spirit;
And indeed when you present them to the Lord in Baptism, you promise to do your utmost, that they may become faithful Servants of that God who is Father, Son and Spirit;
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God hath committed Children unto you, that so you might bring them up for him, The children which thou hast borne unto me, Ezek. 16. 20. If a man had the children of a Prince or great man committed to his care and charge for education, would he not be carefull about that matter? It is a solemn thing, which it may be you have not duly considered, that the great God hath entrusted you with those that are his children, that so you may nurse them up for him:
God hath committed Children unto you, that so you might bring them up for him, The children which thou hast born unto me, Ezekiel 16. 20. If a man had the children of a Prince or great man committed to his care and charge for education, would he not be careful about that matter? It is a solemn thing, which it may be you have not duly considered, that the great God hath Entrusted you with those that Are his children, that so you may nurse them up for him:
It is not enough for Parents to serve the Lord themselves, but they must use utmost endeavours that after they are dead, their children may walk in the wayes of God.
It is not enough for Parents to serve the Lord themselves, but they must use utmost endeavours that After they Are dead, their children may walk in the ways of God.
For it is noted concerning Abraham, that his care was that his Family after him (viz. after he should cease to be in the world) might keep the way of the Lord, and so did the Lord bring upon him the thing which he had spoken,
For it is noted Concerning Abraham, that his care was that his Family After him (viz. After he should cease to be in the world) might keep the Way of the Lord, and so did the Lord bring upon him the thing which he had spoken,
And in special you that are mothers have a great advan•age put into your hands, to be instilling good principles into your childrens souls betimes; Solomons mother taught him:
And in special you that Are mother's have a great advan•age put into your hands, to be instilling good principles into your Children's Souls betimes; Solomons mother taught him:
if the Children of godly parents have special encouragement to seek the Lord, then the same thing must needs be true concerning such parents themselves, with respect to their Children.
if the Children of godly Parents have special encouragement to seek the Lord, then the same thing must needs be true Concerning such Parents themselves, with respect to their Children.
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And it is eminently true with respect to the children of New-England inasmuch as they are the posterity of such as have been sufferers on the account of the name and truth of the Lord Jesus.
And it is eminently true with respect to the children of New england inasmuch as they Are the posterity of such as have been sufferers on the account of the name and truth of the Lord jesus.
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and in their posterity? Who knoweth but God may remember the kindness of the fathers in these Churches (who followed him into this wilderness whilst it was a land not sown) unto their children after them? Plead it with the Lord;
and in their posterity? Who Knoweth but God may Remember the kindness of the Father's in these Churches (who followed him into this Wilderness while it was a land not sown) unto their children After them? Plead it with the Lord;
if you that be godly parents lay up a stock of prayers for your children, it may stand them in more stead then if you should leave them never such an inheritance,
if you that be godly Parents lay up a stock of Prayers for your children, it may stand them in more stead then if you should leave them never such an inheritance,
That famous Mr. Rogers of Dedham, would sometimes say, If I see a child that hath either a Godly father or a godly mother, I shall have hope for him a long time,
That famous Mr. Rogers of Dedham, would sometime say, If I see a child that hath either a Godly father or a godly mother, I shall have hope for him a long time,
And wilt thou forsake thy fathers God, who is the best friend that ever thy Father had? Children are loth to part with other things because they were their Fathers;
And wilt thou forsake thy Father's God, who is the best friend that ever thy Father had? Children Are loath to part with other things Because they were their Father's;
1 King. 21. 3. The Lord was the inheritance of thy Father, and wilt thou let goe thy interest in him? Remember and consider that Scripture, Exod. 15. 2. The Lord is my Fathers God, and I will exalt him.
1 King. 21. 3. The Lord was the inheritance of thy Father, and wilt thou let go thy Interest in him? remember and Consider that Scripture, Exod 15. 2. The Lord is my Father's God, and I will exalt him.
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was there ever a greater Sinner then Menasseh, the son of blessed Hezekiah, Yet when he besought the Lord his God and humbled himself greatly before the God of his Fathers,
was there ever a greater Sinner then Manasseh, the son of blessed Hezekiah, Yet when he besought the Lord his God and humbled himself greatly before the God of his Father's,
I remember I have read concerning the Emperour Otho the 2d. that having a son whose name was Luitolp an haughty young man, that rebelled against his Father,
I Remember I have read Concerning the Emperor Otho the 2d. that having a son whose name was luitolp an haughty young man, that rebelled against his Father,
and on a day when his Father was in the field, his son unexpectedly came to him and kneeling before his father, humbly begged for pardon, with tears acknowledging his offences,
and on a day when his Father was in the field, his son unexpectedly Come to him and kneeling before his father, humbly begged for pardon, with tears acknowledging his offences,
but if it would please him to give him his life, he should ever be a loyal and obedient son for the time to come ▪ presently his Fathers bowels •erned over him,
but if it would please him to give him his life, he should ever be a loyal and obedient son for the time to come ▪ presently his Father's bowels •erned over him,
and he restored that prodigal son to his former place and dignityes, who ever after approved himself as became a loyal Subject and dutifull Son. How much more will the blessed God pardon you,
and he restored that prodigal son to his former place and dignities, who ever After approved himself as became a loyal Subject and dutiful Son. How much more will the blessed God pardon you,
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and accept you into his favour, all your Rebellions notwithstanding, if indeed you humbly and sincerely seek unto him? Yea and God will bless you when your Parents shall be taken from you;
and accept you into his favour, all your Rebellions notwithstanding, if indeed you humbly and sincerely seek unto him? Yea and God will bless you when your Parents shall be taken from you;
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Prov. 20. 7 And Jacob told his Sons that though he died, God would be with them, Gen. 48. 21. It is also noted concerning Isaac, that God blessed him after the death of bis Father Abraham.
Curae 20. 7 And Jacob told his Sons that though he died, God would be with them, Gen. 48. 21. It is also noted Concerning Isaac, that God blessed him After the death of bis Father Abraham.
there is many a poor parent may say to their Children, as Jephtah upon another account spake to his daughter, Judg. 11. 35. He rent his cloa•hes, and said,
there is many a poor parent may say to their Children, as Jephthah upon Another account spoke to his daughter, Judges 11. 35. He rend his cloa•hes, and said,
thus he said, O my Son Absolom, my Son, my Son Absolom, would God I had dyed for thee, O Absolom, my Son, my Son. As if he had said, had I dyed, my Soul had been happy,
thus he said, Oh my Son Absalom, my Son, my Son Absalom, would God I had died for thee, Oh Absalom, my Son, my Son. As if he had said, had I died, my Soul had been happy,
And will not the Lord judge you for causing such a vile reproach to be cast upon his holy Covenant? you will be most inexcusable before the Lord another day;
And will not the Lord judge you for causing such a vile reproach to be cast upon his holy Covenant? you will be most inexcusable before the Lord Another day;
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All the instructions, Exhortations, Admonitions, Prayers, Examples of thy godly Parents, will b• brought in as so many witnesses for thy condemnation at the last day;
All the instructions, Exhortations, Admonitions, Prayers, Examples of thy godly Parents, will b• brought in as so many Witnesses for thy condemnation At the last day;
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yea, the tears of thy blessed Parents will be as oyl to make the everlasting flames of hell burn the more vehemently upon thy Soul, throughout the dayes of Eternity;
yea, the tears of thy blessed Parents will be as oil to make the everlasting flames of hell burn the more vehemently upon thy Soul, throughout the days of Eternity;
Thy Father that begat thee, thy Mother that bare thee, will not pitty thee when thou shalt be sentenced to eternal Death at the last day. Remember Dives;
Thy Father that begat thee, thy Mother that bore thee, will not pity thee when thou shalt be sentenced to Eternal Death At the last day. remember Dives;
As that blessed man Mr. Bolton, would sometimes solemnly profess to his Children ▪ Children, let any of you meet me at the day of Judgement, in an unregenerate Christless estate if you dare, I will then testify against you before the Lord.
As that blessed man Mr. Bolton, would sometime solemnly profess to his Children ▪ Children, let any of you meet me At the day of Judgement, in an unregenerate Christless estate if you Dare, I will then testify against you before the Lord.
and said, Amen, Hallelujah; Even so, when the Son of God shall say to thee, depart thou cursed wretch into Everlasting Fire, thy Father will say, Amen, Lord Jesus! This is the Son, this is the daughter, that I so often instructed and warned,
and said, Amen, Hallelujah; Even so, when the Son of God shall say to thee, depart thou cursed wretch into Everlasting Fire, thy Father will say, Amen, Lord jesus! This is the Son, this is the daughter, that I so often instructed and warned,
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Yea, how many such are there in New-England, that are not of their Fathers principles? If a Temptation should come it is to be feared, that the greatest part of this Generation would comply,
Yea, how many such Are there in New england, that Are not of their Father's principles? If a Temptation should come it is to be feared, that the greatest part of this Generation would comply,
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up and be doing, lest thy Sun go down at Noon, and God make the day dark over thy Soul. Dost not thou know that the Lord useth to make quick work with the Children of his Servants,
up and be doing, lest thy Sun go down At Noon, and God make the day dark over thy Soul. Dost not thou know that the Lord uses to make quick work with the Children of his Servants,
when the Sons of God, (even the posterity of godly Seth) the posterity of eminent professors of Religion, did degenerate, God said his Spirit shall strive no longer with them, Gen. 6. 3. my Spirit shall not alwayes strive.
when the Sons of God, (even the posterity of godly Seth) the posterity of eminent professors of Religion, did degenerate, God said his Spirit shall strive no longer with them, Gen. 6. 3. my Spirit shall not always strive.
and so your souls have been under a necessity of perishing for ever, but the Lord hath given you to be of parents that have designed you for God, and for his glory.
and so your Souls have been under a necessity of perishing for ever, but the Lord hath given you to be of Parents that have designed you for God, and for his glory.
Did not the Lord say to the children of Israel, Are ye not as the children of Aethiopians unto me? Amos. 9. 7. They vainly trusted, that no destruction should ever come upon them, because they were descended from blessed Ancestors.
Did not the Lord say to the children of Israel, are you not as the children of Ethiopians unto me? Amos. 9. 7. They vainly trusted, that no destruction should ever come upon them, Because they were descended from blessed Ancestors.
Therefore John Baptist said, Think not to say, we have Abraham for our Father, Math. 3. 9. I have kno•n some that have been so foolish as to think they should be saved, only because they were the Children of godly Parents,
Therefore John Baptist said, Think not to say, we have Abraham for our Father, Math. 3. 9. I have kno•n Some that have been so foolish as to think they should be saved, only Because they were the Children of godly Parents,
was not Paul so before his Conversion, Phil. 3. 6. And they that have been advantaged with a religious Education, oftentimes are so, though never truly converted.
was not Paul so before his Conversion, Philip 3. 6. And they that have been advantaged with a religious Education, oftentimes Are so, though never truly converted.
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and pray in secret, and read the Scriptures, (all which things I charge you in the Name of the Lord, that you attend unto them whilst you live) you will be apt to rest here, without an interest in the glorious Righteousness of the Son of God,
and pray in secret, and read the Scriptures, (all which things I charge you in the Name of the Lord, that you attend unto them while you live) you will be apt to rest Here, without an Interest in the glorious Righteousness of the Son of God,
so it is in special maner true with respect unto this sacred Book of Chronicles; which is not the same with those Chronicles we sometimes read of in the Kings, those being civil Records, but these wholly of a divine Inspiration, containing the History of no less then three thousand & five hundred years;
so it is in special manner true with respect unto this sacred Book of Chronicles; which is not the same with those Chronicles we sometime read of in the Kings, those being civil Records, but these wholly of a divine Inspiration, containing the History of no less then three thousand & five hundred Years;
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Words which deserv〈 … 〉 corded, and yet are no where else seen (at leas• wise not in that ample manner) but in this Chapte• ▪ And it was in a very solemn Assembly that the•e words were spoken;
Words which deserv〈 … 〉 corded, and yet Are no where Else seen (At leas• wise not in that ample manner) but in this Chapte• ▪ And it was in a very solemn Assembly that the•e words were spoken;
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For the •ord searcheth all hearts, and understandeth all the imaginations of the thoughts. 2dly, From the benefit and good, which would follow upon seeking to the Lord ▪ If thou seek him he will be found of thee.
For the •ord Searches all hearts, and understands all the Imaginations of the thoughts. 2dly, From the benefit and good, which would follow upon seeking to the Lord ▪ If thou seek him he will be found of thee.
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which though they were spoken to Solomon, yet were they of equal concernment unto others being Circumstanced as he was, h. e. that were of the younger, Rising, succeeding Generation, being also the Children and posterity of godly Parents.
which though they were spoken to Solomon, yet were they of equal concernment unto Others being Circumstanced as he was, h. e. that were of the younger, Rising, succeeding Generation, being also the Children and posterity of godly Parents.
Especially, the words did and do concern those that are the Posterity of David, that is to say, of such as have been eminent Servants of God in their Generation.
Especially, the words did and do concern those that Are the Posterity of David, that is to say, of such as have been eminent Servants of God in their Generation.
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The Doctrine which I would therefore (by the help of Christ) insist on, as conceiving that it may not be altogether unsuitable for this great Audience, is this.
The Doctrine which I would Therefore (by the help of christ) insist on, as conceiving that it may not be altogether unsuitable for this great Audience, is this.
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In the doctrinal handling of this Truth, there are four things which may be briefly enquired into. 1. When men especially the Children of Gods Servants, may be said to forsake him? 2. What is implyed, in this casting off for ever? 3. What forsaking of God that is, which will be attended, with such casting off. 4. The Reason of this dreadful procedure of the most High towards the Posterity of his People.
In the doctrinal handling of this Truth, there Are four things which may be briefly inquired into. 1. When men especially the Children of God's Servants, may be said to forsake him? 2. What is employed, in this casting off for ever? 3. What forsaking of God that is, which will be attended, with such casting off. 4. The Reason of this dreadful procedure of the most High towards the Posterity of his People.
Hence the Apostle chargeth it upon the Apostatizing Galatians, that they were removed from him that called them, Gal. 1. 6. h. e. they had forsaken God himself,
Hence the Apostle charges it upon the Apostatizing Galatians, that they were removed from him that called them, Gal. 1. 6. h. e. they had forsaken God himself,
All Truth is from God, therefore he is styled, the God of Truth, Deut. 32. 4. Yea, Truth it self, 1 Joh. 5, 6. And Truth is said to be his Name. Christ said to his faithful ones in the Church of Pargamus, thou holdest fast my Name, Rev. 2. 13. The Truths of Christ were much opposed by the Infidels,
All Truth is from God, Therefore he is styled, the God of Truth, Deuteronomy 32. 4. Yea, Truth it self, 1 John 5, 6. And Truth is said to be his Name. christ said to his faithful ones in the Church of Pargamus, thou holdest fast my Name, Rev. 2. 13. The Truths of christ were much opposed by the Infidels,
So then to forsake the Truth is to forsake the Lords Name. Especially when there is Apostacy from great-Foundation Truths in Religion, the Lord is forsaken.
So then to forsake the Truth is to forsake the lords Name. Especially when there is Apostasy from great-Foundation Truths in Religion, the Lord is forsaken.
then others have, that the disowning of them is absolutely to reject the Lord, namely fundamental Truths, which indeed are not many nor hard to be known.
then Others have, that the disowning of them is absolutely to reject the Lord, namely fundamental Truths, which indeed Are not many nor hard to be known.
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Moreover, when those Truths are disowned by Children, which their Fathers were eminently engaged in the profession of, (though they should not be fundamental in their natures) such Children may be said to forsake the Lord.
Moreover, when those Truths Are disowned by Children, which their Father's were eminently engaged in the profession of, (though they should not be fundamental in their nature's) such Children may be said to forsake the Lord.
Thus the Children of Israel because they did worship Baal and Ashtaroth, h. e. the Sun and Moon, (for those were the first Creatures that the Gentiles Idolized,
Thus the Children of Israel Because they did worship Baal and Ashtaroth, h. e. the Sun and Moon, (for those were the First Creatures that the Gentiles Idolized,
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Hence a people that are without Ordinances, are said to be without God, 2 Chron. 15. 3. it is there mentioned, that Israel had for a long season been without the true God, because they had been without the Ministry, and without Ordinances.
Hence a people that Are without Ordinances, Are said to be without God, 2 Chronicles 15. 3. it is there mentioned, that Israel had for a long season been without the true God, Because they had been without the Ministry, and without Ordinances.
When men follow their own inventions they goe a whoring from the Lord, of this nature were the high Places of old 2 Chron. 33. 17. The People did sacrifice in the high places,
When men follow their own Inventions they go a whoring from the Lord, of this nature were the high Places of old 2 Chronicles 33. 17. The People did sacrifice in the high places,
Those high Places were lawfull to worship God in, until the Temple was built, but after that it was a breach of the second Commandment to place any Religion in them,
Those high Places were lawful to worship God in, until the Temple was built, but After that it was a breach of the second Commandment to place any Religion in them,
or if they doe, shall not be carefull and studious to keep them pure, according to Scripture Rule, they fall under this dreadfull charge of Apostacy from God.
or if they do, shall not be careful and studious to keep them pure, according to Scripture Rule, they fallen under this dreadful charge of Apostasy from God.
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There are that by works doe deny God, Tit. 1. 16. An holy heavenly Conversation is expressed in the Scripture, by that of walking with God. Gen. 5. 24. & 6. 9. Therefore an evill conversation is a departure from God. It is called a forsaking the Law of the Lord, Jer. 9. 13. By a corrupt conversation men deviate from the Law,
There Are that by works do deny God, Tit. 1. 16. an holy heavenly Conversation is expressed in the Scripture, by that of walking with God. Gen. 5. 24. & 6. 9. Therefore an evil Conversation is a departure from God. It is called a forsaking the Law of the Lord, Jer. 9. 13. By a corrupt Conversation men deviate from the Law,
In this respect those wicked men, whose foundation was destroyed with the flood, (as Eliphaz speaketh) even the sinners of the old world were Apostates from God.
In this respect those wicked men, whose Foundation was destroyed with the flood, (as Eliphaz speaks) even the Sinners of the old world were Apostates from God.
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And the Apostacy of the Children of Israel, did consist partly in this, as we see in that wofull instance of the Benjamites, the greatest part of whom the Lord cast o•f for ever.
And the Apostasy of the Children of Israel, did consist partly in this, as we see in that woeful instance of the Benjamites, the greatest part of whom the Lord cast o•f for ever.
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in the Book of the Revelations we read of their murthers, Sorceryes, Fornications, Thefts, Rev. 9. 21. If then the Children of the Covenant shall not walk worthy of God,
in the Book of the Revelations we read of their murders, Sorceries, Fornications, Thefts, Rev. 9. 21. If then the Children of the Covenant shall not walk worthy of God,
If when Fathers have been of an holy, exemplary conversation their Children shall be unholy and profane, they are forsakers of God, concerning whom he hath threatned, to cast them off for ever.
If when Father's have been of an holy, exemplary Conversation their Children shall be unholy and profane, they Are forsakers of God, Concerning whom he hath threatened, to cast them off for ever.
So it is when there is no faith nor fear of God in the heart, Hebr. 3. 12. Take heed lest there be in any of you an evill heart of unbelief in departing from the living God.
So it is when there is no faith nor Fear of God in the heart, Hebrew 3. 12. Take heed lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief in departing from the living God.
And therefore in this Context David did intimate unto his Son Solomon, that if he did not serve the Lord even with a perfect heart, he should be cast off for ever.
And Therefore in this Context David did intimate unto his Son Solomon, that if he did not serve the Lord even with a perfect heart, he should be cast off for ever.
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In the Scripture, when the Lord threatned to cast off his people, that is intended, viz. that he would make an alteration as to the tenor of his dispensations towards them:
In the Scripture, when the Lord threatened to cast off his people, that is intended, viz. that he would make an alteration as to the tenor of his dispensations towards them:
He that hath once access into the special grace and favour of God stands and abideth therein for ever, in respect of that there is no casting off for ever;
He that hath once access into the special grace and favour of God Stands and Abideth therein for ever, in respect of that there is no casting off for ever;
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In the Covenant of grace the Lord hath promised saying, I will not cast off the Seed of Israel for all that they have done, Jer. 31. 37. But then there is common favour, in respect of outward blessings, which are the effects of common love,
In the Covenant of grace the Lord hath promised saying, I will not cast off the Seed of Israel for all that they have done, Jer. 31. 37. But then there is Common favour, in respect of outward blessings, which Are the effects of Common love,
as it was said of Saul that when God cast him off he took away his mercy from him, 1 Chron, 17, 13. because he was deprived of that great outward blessing and dignity which once he did enjoy,
as it was said of Saul that when God cast him off he took away his mercy from him, 1 Chronicles, 17, 13. Because he was deprived of that great outward blessing and dignity which once he did enjoy,
that instead of peace there shall be Wars, instead of plenty poverty, instead of health terrible sicknesses, instead of planting, plucking up and destroying, these things are implyed in this casting off, thus Psal. 89. 38. But thou hast cast off and abhorred;
that instead of peace there shall be Wars, instead of plenty poverty, instead of health terrible Sicknesses, instead of planting, plucking up and destroying, these things Are employed in this casting off, thus Psalm 89. 38. But thou hast cast off and abhorred;
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for the Psalm was written by Ethan, who was contemporary with Solomon, and probably lived to see the woful changes which hapned five years after Solomons death,
for the Psalm was written by Ethan, who was contemporary with Solomon, and probably lived to see the woeful changes which happened five Years After Solomons death,
and upon the Apostatized Children of David, strong holds were brought to ruine, and they did not stand in the day of Battel as in former times they had done,
and upon the Apostatized Children of David, strong holds were brought to ruin, and they did not stand in the day of Battle as in former times they had done,
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Thus it came to pass concerning the ten Tribes ▪ Hence the Lord speaketh, as Jer. 3. 8. Backsliding Israel committed Adultery, and I had put her away and given her a Bill of divorce, so that the marriage Covenant, which was between the Lord & them was dissolved, this is confirmed by the Prophet Hosea, Chap. 2. 2. where the Lord saith plead with your mother, plead for she is not my wife,
Thus it Come to pass Concerning the ten Tribes ▪ Hence the Lord speaks, as Jer. 3. 8. Backsliding Israel committed Adultery, and I had put her away and given her a Bill of divorce, so that the marriage Covenant, which was between the Lord & them was dissolved, this is confirmed by the Prophet Hosea, Chap. 2. 2. where the Lord Says plead with your mother, plead for she is not my wife,
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for they are not my people, and I will not be your God, therefore also the Lord by the Prophet Ezekiel calls the ten Tribes by the name of Aholah. The two Tribes the Jews, were then called by the name of Aholibah, which signifieth my Tent, because as yet God had not rejected them.
for they Are not my people, and I will not be your God, Therefore also the Lord by the Prophet Ezekielem calls the ten Tribes by the name of Aholah. The two Tribes the jews, were then called by the name of Aholibah, which signifies my Tent, Because as yet God had not rejected them.
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and cut it asunder, that I might break my Covenant which I made with all the People, Zach. 11. 10. And Paul tels us that sad Prediction was fulfilled, therefore Rom. 11 ▪ 12. he speaketh of The Fall of the Jews, meaning that they were fallen from their visible Church estate to be in the same condition which the Gentile world was in before befor• the coming of Christ,
and Cut it asunder, that I might break my Covenant which I made with all the People, Zach 11. 10. And Paul tells us that sad Prediction was fulfilled, Therefore Rom. 11 ▪ 12. he speaks of The Fallen of the jews, meaning that they were fallen from their visible Church estate to be in the same condition which the Gentile world was in before befor• the coming of christ,
and the visible Church to an Olive tree, of which there are two sorts of branches, 1. Natural, viz. the Jewish Church, 2. Ingraffed, i. e. the Church among the Gentiles.
and the visible Church to an Olive tree, of which there Are two sorts of branches, 1. Natural, viz. the Jewish Church, 2. Ingrafted, i. e. the Church among the Gentiles.
they boast of their being the Lords People, but in truth they are not so (saith Christ) they glory in the name of a Synagogue, but now they are not Gods Synagogue, but Satans.
they boast of their being the lords People, but in truth they Are not so (Says christ) they glory in the name of a Synagogue, but now they Are not God's Synagogue, but Satan.
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And in these dayes of the New-Testament the Lord hath disowned, & un-Churched these and those hat once were his People, Rev. 2. 5. I will remove the Candlestick out of his place.
And in these days of the New testament the Lord hath disowned, & unchurched these and those hat once were his People, Rev. 2. 5. I will remove the Candlestick out of his place.
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The Romish Antichristian Idolatry, hath prevailed so far amongst Christians for above these thousand years, that they that are overrun therewith, Christ doth declare them to be looked upon,
The Romish Antichristian Idolatry, hath prevailed so Far among Christians for above these thousand Years, that they that Are overrun therewith, christ does declare them to be looked upon,
or as indeed appertaining to the visible Church, Rev. 11. 2. And this disowning and unchurching a people is called a Casting them off. 3. The expression here doth imply everlasting rejection in the other world.
or as indeed appertaining to the visible Church, Rev. 11. 2. And this disowning and unchurching a people is called a Casting them off. 3. The expression Here does imply everlasting rejection in the other world.
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The Hebrew Phrase [ jazni chaka lagnad ] Arias Montanus translateth execrabitur te in aeternum. if thou forsake him, he will make thee an eternal execration.
The Hebrew Phrase [ jazni chaka lagnad ] Arias Montanus Translate execrabitur te in aeternum. if thou forsake him, he will make thee an Eternal execration.
We read of one that could call Abraham his Father, and unto whom Abraham said Son remember that in thy life time thou hadst thy good things, that nevertheless when he dyed, went to the place of Torment. If such Children forsake the Lord, it is not the prayers nor tears of godly Fathers that will save them;
We read of one that could call Abraham his Father, and unto whom Abraham said Son Remember that in thy life time thou Hadst thy good things, that nevertheless when he died, went to the place of Torment. If such Children forsake the Lord, it is not the Prayers nor tears of godly Father's that will save them;
Answ. In two words, I. this must be understood concerning deep departures from God, and from his blessed wayes, Hos. 9. 9. They have deeply corrupted themselves therefore be will visit their sins.
Answer In two words, I this must be understood Concerning deep departures from God, and from his blessed ways, Hos. 9. 9. They have deeply corrupted themselves Therefore be will visit their Sins.
The Lord is the God of patience, and of all grace, and thence is very slow in rejecting utterly a people, (or their Posterity) whom he hath once taken into Covenant with himself.
The Lord is the God of patience, and of all grace, and thence is very slow in rejecting utterly a people, (or their Posterity) whom he hath once taken into Covenant with himself.
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Hence it is not lesser departures, but high and great offences against the Lord, that provokes him to •ast off his People, e. g. Idolatry is a sin that causeth the rejection which the Text speaks of.
Hence it is not lesser departures, but high and great offences against the Lord, that provokes him to •ast off his People, e. g. Idolatry is a since that Causes the rejection which the Text speaks of.
And as for the Church of Rome, the Apostle Paul did solemnly predict that they should be cast off, Rom. 11. 22. Now it is for this sin principally that the Lord hath cast them off.
And as for the Church of Rome, the Apostle Paul did solemnly predict that they should be cast off, Rom. 11. 22. Now it is for this since principally that the Lord hath cast them off.
Again, Heresy causeth this casting off which the Text speaketh of, Societies consisting of such as disown the fundamental Truths of the Gospel, the Lord Jesus disowns them.
Again, Heresy Causes this casting off which the Text speaks of, Societies consisting of such as disown the fundamental Truths of the Gospel, the Lord jesus disowns them.
Hence the Jews are disowned and rejected by the Lord, for although they own some fundamental Truth in Religion, indeed all those six principles mentioned by the Apostle to the Hebrews, ( Cap. 6. 1, 2.) the Jews acknowledge,
Hence the jews Are disowned and rejected by the Lord, for although they own Some fundamental Truth in Religion, indeed all those six principles mentioned by the Apostle to the Hebrews, (Cap. 6. 1, 2.) the jews acknowledge,
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Heretical Assemblies may be the Flocks of those that pretend to be Christs companions, but they are none of Christs Flocks, Can. 1. 7. So for scandalous miscarriages in life & conversation, these provoke Lord to cast off a professing people.
Heretical Assemblies may be the Flocks of those that pretend to be Christ Sodales, but they Are none of Christ Flocks, Can. 1. 7. So for scandalous miscarriages in life & Conversation, these provoke Lord to cast off a professing people.
and therefore scandal in life doth destroy the Essentials of a Church, and so brings along with it this casting off which the Text speaks of. 2. It is an Impenitent, incorrigible forsaking God, that doth cause him to cast off a people or person.
and Therefore scandal in life does destroy the Essentials of a Church, and so brings along with it this casting off which the Text speaks of. 2. It is an Impenitent, incorrigible forsaking God, that does cause him to cast off a people or person.
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but he repented of them, as we see by the book of Ecclesiastes, and therefore the Lord did not wholly cast him off for ever Notwithstanding great degeneracy in a People, the Lord is not wont to cast them off until he hath used all means for their Recovery,
but he repented of them, as we see by the book of Ecclesiastes, and Therefore the Lord did not wholly cast him off for ever Notwithstanding great degeneracy in a People, the Lord is not wont to cast them off until he hath used all means for their Recovery,
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so it was with the Children of Israel of old, 2 Chron. 36. 15. The Scripture hath recorded the names of above twenty Prophets which the Lord sent to his People of old to tell them of their backslidings,
so it was with the Children of Israel of old, 2 Chronicles 36. 15. The Scripture hath recorded the names of above twenty prophets which the Lord sent to his People of old to tell them of their backslidings,
therefore her Judgement reacheth unto Heaven ▪ and is lifted up even to the Skies. The Lord doth give a first and second admonition before he doth reject;
Therefore her Judgement reaches unto Heaven ▪ and is lifted up even to the Skies. The Lord does give a First and second admonition before he does reject;
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If a Generation be Apostate, and Incorrigibly Apostate, it will not belong before God doth cast them off forever, Jer. 15. 6, 7. Thou hast sorsaken me saith the Lord, thou art gone backward,
If a Generation be Apostate, and Incorrigibly Apostate, it will not belong before God does cast them off forever, Jer. 15. 6, 7. Thou hast sorsaken me Says the Lord, thou art gone backward,
In a word, when Apostacy is total and final then the Lord doth reject men, yea, though the Children and Posterity of his own Servants, he casts them off forever. Quest. But why so?
In a word, when Apostasy is total and final then the Lord does reject men, yea, though the Children and Posterity of his own Servants, he Cast them off forever. Quest. But why so?
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Hence it is that resusing Instruction, is mentioned as the grand procuring cause of this Rejection, Jer. 6. 8. Be instructed O Jerusalem lest my Soul depart from thee, & thou become desolate.
Hence it is that refusing Instruction, is mentioned as the grand procuring cause of this Rejection, Jer. 6. 8. Be instructed Oh Jerusalem lest my Soul depart from thee, & thou become desolate.
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For these causes the Lord threatned Eli that he would cut off his Arm, and the Arm of his Fathers house, ihasmuch as he had sinned against peculiar mercies and favours.
For these Causes the Lord threatened Eli that he would Cut off his Arm, and the Arm of his Father's house, ihasmuch as he had sinned against peculiar Mercies and favours.
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Especially, sins against tenders of Gospel grace provoke the Lord to cast men off, Math. 23. 37, 38. O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, ho• often would I have gathered you,
Especially, Sins against tenders of Gospel grace provoke the Lord to cast men off, Math. 23. 37, 38. Oh Jerusalem, Jerusalem, ho• often would I have gathered you,
And this is sadly true concerning the Children of godly Parents, they sin against special favours from the Lord, the means of grace is vouchsafed to them, they have many blessed strivings of the holy Spirit with them, which others have not,
And this is sadly true Concerning the Children of godly Parents, they sin against special favours from the Lord, the means of grace is vouchsafed to them, they have many blessed strivings of the holy Spirit with them, which Others have not,
Reas. 2. Because such Children are guilty of lamentable Covenant breaking before the Lord, for the Covenant is with Children as well as Parents, Deut. 29. 10, 11, 12. You and your little ones do enter into Covenant, upon this account David saith that the Lord was his God from his Infancy,
Reas. 2. Because such Children Are guilty of lamentable Covenant breaking before the Lord, for the Covenant is with Children as well as Parents, Deuteronomy 29. 10, 11, 12. You and your little ones do enter into Covenant, upon this account David Says that the Lord was his God from his Infancy,
and therefore his Father said to him, my Son build the house of the Lord thy God, 1 Chron. 22. 11. The Lord is not only my God, but in respect of his gracious Covenant he is thy God also.
and Therefore his Father said to him, my Son built the house of the Lord thy God, 1 Chronicles 22. 11. The Lord is not only my God, but in respect of his gracious Covenant he is thy God also.
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but in that he was the first unto whom God expresly declared, I will be a God to thee and to thy Seed, and withal appointed a sacred sign and Seal of this Covenant.
but in that he was the First unto whom God expressly declared, I will be a God to thee and to thy Seed, and withal appointed a sacred Signen and Seal of this Covenant.
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Now Abrahams Covenant is as to the substance of it Everlasting. And therefore the Children of the faithful in all Ages, are wrapped under the bond of the Covenant, otherwise there would be a substantial change of the Covenant from what it was at first,
Now Abrahams Covenant is as to the substance of it Everlasting. And Therefore the Children of the faithful in all Ages, Are wrapped under the bound of the Covenant, otherwise there would be a substantial change of the Covenant from what it was At First,
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The Apostle therefore testifyeth that the blessing of Abraham is come on the Gentiles through Iesus Christ, Gal. 3. 14. As God said unto Abraham, I take thee and thy Children into Covenant with my self,
The Apostle Therefore Testifieth that the blessing of Abraham is come on the Gentiles through Iesus christ, Gal. 3. 14. As God said unto Abraham, I take thee and thy Children into Covenant with my self,
And therefore the Lord Jesus did affirm concerning Children, of such is the Kingdome of Heaven, Math. 19. 14. It is not only true (saith Christ) that Children did belong to God under the old-Testament,
And Therefore the Lord jesus did affirm Concerning Children, of such is the Kingdom of Heaven, Math. 19. 14. It is not only true (Says christ) that Children did belong to God under the old-Testament,
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And it is for-ever to be observed, that when the New-Testament dispensation was ready to be established, the ancient grant concerning Childrens Interest in the Covenant is expresly confirmed, Act. 2. 39. The promise is to you and to your Children.
And it is forever to be observed, that when the New testament Dispensation was ready to be established, the ancient grant Concerning Children's Interest in the Covenant is expressly confirmed, Act. 2. 39. The promise is to you and to your Children.
Now that's an iniquity which doth provoke the Lord to cast off those that are deeply guilty of it, Isai. 24. 5, 6. They have broken the Everlasting Covenant, therefore they are cursed; burned, desolate.
Now that's an iniquity which does provoke the Lord to cast off those that Are deeply guilty of it, Isaiah 24. 5, 6. They have broken the Everlasting Covenant, Therefore they Are cursed; burned, desolate.
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and cut in pieces, by which rite was signifyed, that the Lord would kill and cut off him, that being in Covenant with God, did not make conscience, faithfully to keep and observe, that Covenant inviolable for-ever.
and Cut in Pieces, by which rite was signified, that the Lord would kill and Cut off him, that being in Covenant with God, did not make conscience, faithfully to keep and observe, that Covenant inviolable forever.
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Ioash was religiously educated under his uncle Jehojadah, but he forsook the Lord, therefore the Ass•rians with a small Army destroyed a great, Host of his;
Joash was religiously educated under his uncle Jehoiada, but he forsook the Lord, Therefore the Ass•rians with a small Army destroyed a great, Host of his;
The like we read concerning Amaziah. And Histories (besides what is recorded in the Scripture) are full of awful and amazing Examples of the Lords indignation against Apostates,
The like we read Concerning Amaziah. And Histories (beside what is recorded in the Scripture) Are full of awful and amazing Examples of the lords Indignation against Apostates,
and therefore since if Davids Children do forsake the Lord, they are to be reckoned amongst the number of Apostates, no wonder that he doth threaten to cast them off forever.
and Therefore since if Davids Children do forsake the Lord, they Are to be reckoned among the number of Apostates, no wonder that he does threaten to cast them off forever.
We proceed now to a word of Application, and shall insist upon one only use of Exhortation, let us be exhorted in the Name and Fear of God this day, to endeavour that it may not be with us,
We proceed now to a word of Application, and shall insist upon one only use of Exhortation, let us be exhorted in the Name and fear of God this day, to endeavour that it may not be with us,
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as the Text and Doctrine expresseth, let us every one in our several places, and capacityes endeavour that the present and succeeding Generations in New-England, may not forsake the Lord God of their Fathers,
as the Text and Doctrine Expresses, let us every one in our several places, and capacities endeavour that the present and succeeding Generations in New england, may not forsake the Lord God of their Father's,
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As one of our worthies hath aptly expressed, God sifted three Nations, that so he might bring over choice grain into this wilderness Let us then remember what New-England hath been.
As one of our worthies hath aptly expressed, God sifted three nations, that so he might bring over choice grain into this Wilderness Let us then Remember what New england hath been.
It hath been a Cedar, our Eyes have seen the Lord fulfilling that Scripture litterally & gloriously, Isai. 41. 19. I will plant in the Wilderness a Cedar.
It hath been a Cedar, our Eyes have seen the Lord fulfilling that Scripture literally & gloriously, Isaiah 41. 19. I will plant in the Wilderness a Cedar.
The chief of the Fathers in these New-English Churches, they were Abrahams. He, when God called him removed out of Ʋr of the Chaldees, to the place which the Lord would shew him,
The chief of the Father's in these New-English Churches, they were Abrahams. He, when God called him removed out of Ʋr of the Chaldees, to the place which the Lord would show him,
Our Fathers have been Davids, that is to say, eminent Reformers. Let me speak freely (without offence to any) there never was a Generation that did so perfectly shake off the dust of Babylon, both as to Ecclesiastical and civil Constitution,
Our Father's have been Davids, that is to say, eminent Reformers. Let me speak freely (without offence to any) there never was a Generation that did so perfectly shake off the dust of Babylon, both as to Ecclesiastical and civil Constitution,
as the first Generation of Christians, that came into this Land for the Gospels sake, where was there ever a place so like unto new Jerusalem as New-England hath been? It was once Dr. Twiss his opinion, that when new-Jerusalem should come down from Heaven America would be the Seat of it.
as the First Generation of Christians, that Come into this Land for the Gospels sake, where was there ever a place so like unto new Jerusalem as New england hath been? It was once Dr. Twiss his opinion, that when new-Jerusalem should come down from Heaven America would be the Seat of it.
It is possible that the Children of David may forsake the Lord, and that in a short time too, whe• Predecessors have been eminent for God, their Successors have been most degenerate, Jer. 2. 21. I planted thee wholly a right Seed,
It is possible that the Children of David may forsake the Lord, and that in a short time too, whe• Predecessors have been eminent for God, their Successors have been most degenerate, Jer. 2. 21. I planted thee wholly a right Seed,
how art thou turned into the degenerate plant of a strange Vine unto me, Isai. 1. 21. How is the faithful City become an Harlot? it was full of Judgement, righteousness lodged in it, but now murderers.
how art thou turned into the degenerate plant of a strange Vine unto me, Isaiah 1. 21. How is the faithful city become an Harlot? it was full of Judgement, righteousness lodged in it, but now murderers.
And it is noted concerning Nabal (a drunken Sot) that he was of the house of Caleb, 1 Sam. 25. 3. That ever such a branch should spring our of such a Stock.
And it is noted Concerning Nabal (a drunken Sot) that he was of the house of Caleb, 1 Sam. 25. 3. That ever such a branch should spring our of such a Stock.
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The Ephraimites were the vilest Idolaters of all the Apostate Children of Israel, yet they were the Posterity of Joseph the best of Jacobs twelve Sons.
The Ephraimites were the Vilest Idolaters of all the Apostate Children of Israel, yet they were the Posterity of Joseph the best of Jacobs twelve Sons.
Therefore it is recorded concerning the Children of Israel, they turned quickly out of the way which their Fathers walked in, obeying the Commandments of the Lord,
Therefore it is recorded Concerning the Children of Israel, they turned quickly out of the Way which their Father's walked in, obeying the commandments of the Lord,
Hence is that sad complaint by the Prophet, they rose early and corrupted all their doings, Zeph. 3. 7. And if we look into the Scripture and view the story of former Ages, we shall see this to be true.
Hence is that sad complaint by the Prophet, they rose early and corrupted all their doings, Zephaniah 3. 7. And if we look into the Scripture and view the story of former Ages, we shall see this to be true.
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Look beyond the Flood and we shall see it so. One of Adams Children with all his numerous Posterity forsook the Lord, Cain was excommunicate out of the Church and became the Father of an excommunicate race and Generation.
Look beyond the Flood and we shall see it so. One of Adams Children with all his numerous Posterity forsook the Lord, Cain was excommunicate out of the Church and became the Father of an excommunicate raze and Generation.
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The first Church that ever was in the world, even that in Adam's Family continued in some measure pure, about the space of an hundred and thirty years, ( h. e. until Seth was born) but then great Apostacy prevailed.
The First Church that ever was in the world, even that in Adam's Family continued in Some measure pure, about the Molle of an hundred and thirty Years, (h. e. until Seth was born) but then great Apostasy prevailed.
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so as that they that were godly and conscientious were fain in the very beginning or first Ages and Generations of the world, to separate themselves and become distinct societies.
so as that they that were godly and conscientious were fain in the very beginning or First Ages and Generations of the world, to separate themselves and become distinct societies.
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After this, a second Apostacy followed, that the Church and world were mixed together, even the Sons of God and daughters of men, the Posterity of godly Seth and of wicked Cain, until such time as the flood came and cleared the world of them, Gen. 6. 2. Then were the Inhabitants of the Earth in a most corrupt Estate,
After this, a second Apostasy followed, that the Church and world were mixed together, even the Sons of God and daughters of men, the Posterity of godly Seth and of wicked Cain, until such time as the flood Come and cleared the world of them, Gen. 6. 2. Then were the Inhabitants of the Earth in a most corrupt Estate,
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wherefore the Psalmist (as it seems) alluding to that time saith, the Lord looked down from Heaven, to see if there were any that did understand and seek God, every one of them is gone back, they are altogether become filthy, Psal. 53. 2, 3. After Religion was revived in Noalis Family, his Posterity quickly forsook the Lord, Chams Apostacy was (as some Learned men observe) about forty years after the flood.
Wherefore the Psalmist (as it seems) alluding to that time Says, the Lord looked down from Heaven, to see if there were any that did understand and seek God, every one of them is gone back, they Are altogether become filthy, Psalm 53. 2, 3. After Religion was revived in Noalis Family, his Posterity quickly forsook the Lord, Chams Apostasy was (as Some Learned men observe) about forty Years After the flood.
The Church was reformed by his ejection, but within sixty or seventy years after that, the builders of Babel set upon their wicked attempt, which was desperate Rebellion against the Lord,
The Church was reformed by his ejection, but within sixty or seventy Years After that, the Builders of Babel Set upon their wicked attempt, which was desperate Rebellion against the Lord,
When that iniquity first began is hard to say, but it is evident that in Jobs time (who is thought to live about three hundred and fifty years after the Flood) the world was filled with Idolaters,
When that iniquity First began is hard to say, but it is evident that in Jobs time (who is Thought to live about three hundred and fifty Years After the Flood) the world was filled with Idolaters,
The Ishmaelites, Midianites, Edomites, (and other Nations) who were of the Posterity of Abraham, the Father of the faithful, in a few Generations lost the substantials of Religion,
The Ishmaelites, midianites, Edomites, (and other nations) who were of the Posterity of Abraham, the Father of the faithful, in a few Generations lost the substantials of Religion,
After the Church was become National, the truth and power of Religion did very rarely continue above one or two Generations at the most (sometimes not so long) witness that Scripture which was worthily opened and applyed in this place upon the like solemn occasion two years ago, Judg. 2. 7, 10. And the People served the Lord all the dayes of Joshua,
After the Church was become National, the truth and power of Religion did very rarely continue above one or two Generations At the most (sometime not so long) witness that Scripture which was worthily opened and applied in this place upon the like solemn occasion two Years ago, Judges 2. 7, 10. And the People served the Lord all the days of joshua,
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And all that Generation were gathered unto their Fathers, and there arose another Generation after them, which knew not the Lord nor yet the works which he had done for Israel.
And all that Generation were gathered unto their Father's, and there arose Another Generation After them, which knew not the Lord nor yet the works which he had done for Israel.
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Hence is that expression, Hos. 10, 9. O Israel thou hast sinned from the dayes of Gibeah, what horrible wickedness was in Gibeah, we may read in the nineteenth & twentyeth Chapters of the Book of Judges, where we have the Story of the Levites Concubine, which though it be mentioned towards the close of that Book,
Hence is that expression, Hos. 10, 9. Oh Israel thou hast sinned from the days of Gibeah, what horrible wickedness was in Gibeah, we may read in the nineteenth & twentyeth Chapters of the Book of Judges, where we have the Story of the Levites Concubine, which though it be mentioned towards the close of that Book,
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yet it seems evident that it hapned before the Judges, for it seems that Jebus (afterwards Jerusalem) was not then taken, Judg. 19. 11, 12. when as that was taken by the Children of Israel before they were governed by Judges, Chap. 1. ver. 8. So that the wickedness of Gibeah,
yet it seems evident that it happened before the Judges, for it seems that Jebus (afterwards Jerusalem) was not then taken, Judges 19. 11, 12. when as that was taken by the Children of Israel before they were governed by Judges, Chap. 1. ver. 8. So that the wickedness of Gibeah,
Moreover, Phinehas the Son of Eleazar, the Son of Aaron was Priest in those dayes, Judg. 20. 28. which maketh it very manifest that, that most corrupt Generation, were the grand-Children of those, that were first embodyed as a peculiar People,
Moreover, Phinehas the Son of Eleazar, the Son of Aaron was Priest in those days, Judges 20. 28. which makes it very manifest that, that most corrupt Generation, were the grand-Children of those, that were First embodied as a peculiar People,
when the Lord did plant the Heavens, and lay the Foundations of the Earth, that is to say, did build up the Children of Israel as a body politick under Ecclesiastical and civil government, the third Generation among that People proved degenerate and apostate.
when the Lord did plant the Heavens, and lay the Foundations of the Earth, that is to say, did built up the Children of Israel as a body politic under Ecclesiastical and civil government, the third Generation among that People proved degenerate and apostate.
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but in the very next Generation there was Apostacy, Hez•kiah was a great Reformer, but his Son Manasseh built up again the high places, which his Father had d•stroyed,
but in the very next Generation there was Apostasy, Hez•kiah was a great Reformer, but his Son Manasses built up again the high places, which his Father had d•stroyed,
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Josiah wrought a great Reformation, and with him did the work of Reformation and Religion dye amongst the Jews, upon Josiahs death a flood of Land destroying sins brake in upon that Generation, that within the space of two and twenty years after Josiah was gathered unto his Fathers, the Jewish State both Civil and Ecclesiastical was quite overthrown;
Josiah wrought a great Reformation, and with him did the work of Reformation and Religion die among the jews, upon Josiahs death a flood of Land destroying Sins brake in upon that Generation, that within the Molle of two and twenty Years After Josiah was gathered unto his Father's, the Jewish State both Civil and Ecclesiastical was quite overthrown;
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But Apostas, quickly prevailed, witness the Prophet Malachi, who declareth that not only People but Rulers many of them in his dayes, were become very corrupt.
But Apostas, quickly prevailed, witness the Prophet Malachi, who Declareth that not only People but Rulers many of them in his days, were become very corrupt.
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yet Covetousness, which is a spiritual Idolatry they were guilty of, whereby they provoked the Lord to send blasting Providences upon them, there being no greater punishment to a covetous man then to have the world taken from him.
yet Covetousness, which is a spiritual Idolatry they were guilty of, whereby they provoked the Lord to send blasting Providences upon them, there being no greater punishment to a covetous man then to have the world taken from him.
That Generation did not keep themselves unspotted of the World, upon which account, they are by the Prophet pronounced unclean, Hag 2. 13, 14. And when Christ came into the world, he found the Iews in a most degenerate corrupt Estate.
That Generation did not keep themselves unspotted of the World, upon which account, they Are by the Prophet pronounced unclean, Hag 2. 13, 14. And when christ Come into the world, he found the Iews in a most degenerate corrupt Estate.
Furthermore, since the Church hath been by divine Institution Congregational, in these dayes of the New-Testament, men have been no less subject to Apostasy then in former Ages.
Furthermore, since the Church hath been by divine Institution Congregational, in these days of the New testament, men have been no less Subject to Apostasy then in former Ages.
He might well marvel, if the observation of great Chronologers be true, that within a year after Paul was removed from Galatia to Ephesus, false Teachers succeeded him,
He might well marvel, if the observation of great Chronologers be true, that within a year After Paul was removed from Galatia to Ephesus, false Teachers succeeded him,
which was one Reason why some antient Hereticks denyed the divine Authority of the Apocalyps. Because therein mention is made of a Church in Thyatira, when as (said they) no Church is to be seen there.
which was one Reason why Some ancient Heretics denied the divine authority of the Apocalypse. Because therein mention is made of a Church in Thyatira, when as (said they) no Church is to be seen there.
In a word, in all those places, which we read of in the Scripture as having Churches in them, they that are the Succeslors at this day, are not like unto them that once were in those very places.
In a word, in all those places, which we read of in the Scripture as having Churches in them, they that Are the Succeslors At this day, Are not like unto them that once were in those very places.
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In former Ages Asia was the Seat of the Church, when as in these latter Ages Europe is so, which is judged the Reason why the Book of Revelation speaks of Events to come to pass chiefly in Europe;
In former Ages Asia was the Seat of the Church, when as in these latter Ages Europe is so, which is judged the Reason why the Book of Revelation speaks of Events to come to pass chiefly in Europe;
What shall be said more? It is evident that in the Apostles dayes, the mystery of iniquity began to work, much more after they fell asleep, Ebion and Cerinthus sprang up whilst the Apostle John was yet living.
What shall be said more? It is evident that in the Apostles days, the mystery of iniquity began to work, much more After they fell asleep, Ebion and Cerinthus sprang up while the Apostle John was yet living.
The very next Ages to the Apostles began to depart from, and corrupt the simplicity of the Gospel, in divers respects that might be mentioned, † one long since observed, that although the Church continued a Virgin until after the Apostles death, then it was soon corrupted.
The very next Ages to the Apostles began to depart from, and corrupt the simplicity of the Gospel, in diverse respects that might be mentioned, † one long since observed, that although the Church continued a Virgae until After the Apostles death, then it was soon corrupted.
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It is conceived that Iude lived after most of the other Apostles were dead, which is judged to be the reason of his expressing himself as he doth in ver. 17. of his Epistle.
It is conceived that Iude lived After most of the other Apostles were dead, which is judged to be the reason of his expressing himself as he does in for. 17. of his Epistle.
Now he complaineth much of a great degeneracy amongst those that profossed Christianity. Consider, 3. The present Generation in New-England is lamentably degenerate.
Now he Complaineth much of a great degeneracy among those that profossed Christianity. Consider, 3. The present Generation in New england is lamentably degenerate.
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Men are loth to hear on this Ear, but if we should deny it, the Lord doth testify against us that it is so, as Ioel. 1. 2. Hear this ye old men and give Ear all ye Inhabitants of the Land, hath this been in your dayes,
Men Are loath to hear on this Ear, but if we should deny it, the Lord does testify against us that it is so, as Joel 1. 2. Hear this you old men and give Ear all you Inhabitants of the Land, hath this been in your days,
Thus may it be spoken with reference to our State & Case, and the dispensations of God towards us, you old men that are here before the Lord this day, what say you to this Question, did you know such Judgements upon New-England formerly,
Thus may it be spoken with Referente to our State & Case, and the dispensations of God towards us, you old men that Are Here before the Lord this day, what say you to this Question, did you know such Judgments upon New england formerly,
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as of late we have seen? was it so in the dayes of our Fathers? were there such general and killing diseases? such a long continuing warr? so many hundreds cut off by the Sword,
as of late we have seen? was it so in the days of our Father's? were there such general and killing diseases? such a long Continuing war? so many hundreds Cut off by the Sword,
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And such sins as formerly were not known in New-England are now become common, such as swearing, sinful gaming, &c. yea, the present Generation as to the body of it, is an unconverted Generation.
And such Sins as formerly were not known in New england Are now become Common, such as swearing, sinful gaming, etc. yea, the present Generation as to the body of it, is an unconverted Generation.
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yet in many (I doubt in most) Congregations, the number of sincere converts is but smal, comparatively with those that remain still in a natural & unconverted Estate.
yet in many (I doubt in most) Congregations, the number of sincere converts is but small, comparatively with those that remain still in a natural & unconverted Estate.
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Solomon was a good man and his Soul is now in Heaven, yet he was not like David his Father as to measure of grace and faithfulness, 1 King. 11. 6. we may see here and there, one that hath much of his blessed Fathers Spirit and Principles,
Solomon was a good man and his Soul is now in Heaven, yet he was not like David his Father as to measure of grace and faithfulness, 1 King. 11. 6. we may see Here and there, one that hath much of his blessed Father's Spirit and Principles,
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Farmes, Oxen, Merchandise, which things have been sought after in the first place, how have they failed? New-England is not like this twenty years, to be in that comfortable Estate it was in but two years agoe.
Farms, Oxen, Merchandise, which things have been sought After in the First place, how have they failed? New england is not like this twenty Years, to be in that comfortable Estate it was in but two Years ago.
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Many times the removal of a few eminent Servants of God in the Common-wealth, or in the Churches, maketh way for great Apostasie quickly to ensue ▪ was it not so with the Children of Israel? when they had a good Judge over them, they would serve the Lord all the dayes of that Judge,
Many times the removal of a few eminent Servants of God in the Commonwealth, or in the Churches, makes Way for great Apostasy quickly to ensue ▪ was it not so with the Children of Israel? when they had a good Judge over them, they would serve the Lord all the days of that Judge,
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but it came to pass when the Judge was dead, they returned and corrupted themselves more then their Fathers, Judg. 2. 18, 19. In Nehemiahs time while he was Governour for twelve years together, things went well,
but it Come to pass when the Judge was dead, they returned and corrupted themselves more then their Father's, Judges 2. 18, 19. In Nehemiah's time while he was Governor for twelve Years together, things went well,
and God blessed the Land wonderfully, but when he was removed, in one years time those sins of oppression, sensuality, Sabbath breaking, were become prevailing common evils, Neh. 13. 6. Alas!
and God blessed the Land wonderfully, but when he was removed, in one Years time those Sins of oppression, sensuality, Sabbath breaking, were become prevailing Common evils, Neh 13. 6. Alas!
but to awaken from the consideration of our solemn bereavements) our Pauls are likewise departed from amongst us, in which respect we ma• fear corruption in Religion will follow, Acts 20, 29. Deut. 31. 27. Judg. 8. 33. Have we not seen it in some places,
but to awaken from the consideration of our solemn bereavements) our Paul's Are likewise departed from among us, in which respect we ma• Fear corruption in Religion will follow, Acts 20, 29. Deuteronomy 31. 27. Judges 8. 33. Have we not seen it in Some places,
how that within a year after the death of such an eminent Servant of Christ, Apostasy to this day irrecoverable hath prevailed? Furthermore, the heads of the second Generation, that were most likely to have done good, the Lord hath snatched them away,
how that within a year After the death of such an eminent Servant of christ, Apostasy to this day irrecoverable hath prevailed? Furthermore, the Heads of the second Generation, that were most likely to have done good, the Lord hath snatched them away,
others that are most likely to prevent backsliding, and to be Instruments of reforming a corrupted Generation, are not likely to continue long in this evil world,
Others that Are most likely to prevent backsliding, and to be Instruments of reforming a corrupted Generation, Are not likely to continue long in this evil world,
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yea, and of late even since the present warr, that we are bleeding under, began, the Lord hath taken away many young ones, either by Sword or sickness, who were the hopes of the Generation.
yea, and of late even since the present war, that we Are bleeding under, began, the Lord hath taken away many young ones, either by Sword or sickness, who were the hope's of the Generation.
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the house of God, Hos. 4. 15. with 1 King. 12. 29. Am. 5. 5. If such places where the house of God hath been erected do once degenerate, they are like to become Bethavens, places of greatest vanity and iniquity in the world.
the house of God, Hos. 4. 15. with 1 King. 12. 29. Am. 5. 5. If such places where the house of God hath been erected do once degenerate, they Are like to become Bethavens, places of greatest vanity and iniquity in the world.
after their coming into the promised Land, there did God appear to Joshua, there was to be seen a famous Monument of the Lords doing wonders for his people, there was the Tabernacle for some time,
After their coming into the promised Land, there did God appear to joshua, there was to be seen a famous Monument of the lords doing wonders for his people, there was the Tabernacle for Some time,
What Land under Heaven, hath been more noted for profession and Religion, then New-England? If Apostacy prevail amongst such a People, it is like to be a sad Apostacy indeed. We see it already;
What Land under Heaven, hath been more noted for profession and Religion, then New england? If Apostasy prevail among such a People, it is like to be a sad Apostasy indeed. We see it already;
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If the Lord should be provoked to pluck up the Hedge of civil government, what a fearful flood of iniquity would soon break in? How would madded and inraged profaneness know no bounds? yea, this Land would become as Sodom,
If the Lord should be provoked to pluck up the Hedge of civil government, what a fearful flood of iniquity would soon break in? How would madded and enraged profaneness know no bounds? yea, this Land would become as Sodom,
and then most desolating plagues will in short time follow, Ezek. 33. 28. what became of Cain's degenerate race? when they were become, I know not how many millions, the flood swept away every mothers child of them.
and then most desolating plagues will in short time follow, Ezekiel 33. 28. what became of Cain's degenerate raze? when they were become, I know not how many millions, the flood swept away every mother's child of them.
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wherefore all the Children of men that are now in the world are styled the Children of Seth, Numb. 24. 17. because as for Cain's Apostate Generation they all perished in the flood.
Wherefore all the Children of men that Are now in the world Are styled the Children of Seth, Numb. 24. 17. Because as for Cain's Apostate Generation they all perished in the flood.
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How fatal is such a relapse like to be? will not the end thereof be with a flood? And truly to be amongst the last Apostates, will be most woful. Quest.
How fatal is such a relapse like to be? will not the end thereof be with a flood? And truly to be among the last Apostates, will be most woeful. Quest.
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But what shall be done in order to prevention of Apostasy? what shall be done, that so succeeding Generations in New-England may not forsake the Lord God of their Fathers?
But what shall be done in order to prevention of Apostasy? what shall be done, that so succeeding Generations in New england may not forsake the Lord God of their Father's?
Answ. As I have been meditating an Answer to this Enquiry, I could not but call to mind that Scripture which some of the chief of the Fathers (at least wise those two, whom I have more Reason then any one in the world to think of) have upon the like solemn occasion, improved many years since, I mean that Scripture, Hag. 2. 4. Yet now be strong O Zerubbabel saith the Lord,
Answer As I have been meditating an Answer to this Enquiry, I could not but call to mind that Scripture which Some of the chief of the Father's (At least wise those two, whom I have more Reason then any one in the world to think of) have upon the like solemn occasion, improved many Years since, I mean that Scripture, Hag. 2. 4. Yet now be strong Oh Zerubbabel Says the Lord,
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and the People of the Land, if Magistrates, Ministers, and People all do what duty requireth, the feared Apostasy, together with the unavoidable calamity coming therewith, may be prevented, however in great measure and for a long time.
and the People of the Land, if Magistrates, Ministers, and People all doe what duty requires, the feared Apostasy, together with the unavoidable calamity coming therewith, may be prevented, however in great measure and for a long time.
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Magistrates are in the Scripture compared to Corner stones, because where there is a Common-Wealth erected, the safety of the whole building (under God) depends much upon them.
Magistrates Are in the Scripture compared to Corner stones, Because where there is a commonwealth erected, the safety of the Whole building (under God) depends much upon them.
Hence are they also termed Foundations, Psal. 11. 3. If the foundations be destroyed what can the righteous do? If David had perished, Foundations had been destroyed,
Hence Are they also termed Foundations, Psalm 11. 3. If the foundations be destroyed what can the righteous doe? If David had perished, Foundations had been destroyed,
And when in Sauls time there were corrupt Judges and Magistrates, it is therefore said, that the Foundations of the Earth were out of Course, Psal. 82. 5. And the Prophet Micah speaking to the Rulers in the Common-wealth of Israel saith, •ear ye Foundations of the Earth, Mic. 6. 2. It is with you (by the help of Christ) to lay such Foundations as shall make Posterity either happy or miserable.
And when in Saul's time there were corrupt Judges and Magistrates, it is Therefore said, that the Foundations of the Earth were out of Course, Psalm 82. 5. And the Prophet micah speaking to the Rulers in the Commonwealth of Israel Says, •ear you Foundations of the Earth, Mic. 6. 2. It is with you (by the help of christ) to lay such Foundations as shall make Posterity either happy or miserable.
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David improved the power which God in his Providence entrusted him with, to serve his Generation according to the will of God, Acts 13. 36. And therefore was an eminent blessing to all that Generation wherein he lived.
David improved the power which God in his Providence Entrusted him with, to serve his Generation according to the will of God, Acts 13. 36. And Therefore was an eminent blessing to all that Generation wherein he lived.
If the sins of the People under your •are and charge should ever provoke the Lord, to leave you in an hour of Temptation, you cannot possibly turn aside from God alone,
If the Sins of the People under your •are and charge should ever provoke the Lord, to leave you in an hour of Temptation, you cannot possibly turn aside from God alone,
Regis ad Exemplum, People are apt to follow the Examples of those in place ▪ you know it is mentioned concerning Rehoboam, that he within few years after his coming to the Government did forsake the Lord,
Regis ad Exemplum, People Are apt to follow the Examples of those in place ▪ you know it is mentioned Concerning Rehoboam, that he within few Years After his coming to the Government did forsake the Lord,
and to your worth, and yet with that freedome and faithfulness which becometh a Messenger of the Lord of Hosts, propound some things to you, which concern the welfare of this, and after Generations in New-England.
and to your worth, and yet with that freedom and faithfulness which Becometh a Messenger of the Lord of Hosts, propound Some things to you, which concern the welfare of this, and After Generations in New england.
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1. I pray you in the Name of the Lord, that a speedy & Effectual Course may be taken, that the great things that God did for our Fathers, in planting these Heavens,
1. I pray you in the Name of the Lord, that a speedy & Effectual Course may be taken, that the great things that God did for our Father's, in planting these Heavens,
This hath been thought of, and spoken of long enough, but why is it not done? If it be neglected till the pre•ent Generation be passed away, the next will be less capable of doing it.
This hath been Thought of, and spoken of long enough, but why is it not done? If it be neglected till the pre•ent Generation be passed away, the next will be less capable of doing it.
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Why is this Book called the Chronicles, but because it contains a Record and relation of the things which God did for his People in antient time, yea, from time to time.
Why is this Book called the Chronicles, but Because it contains a Record and Relation of the things which God did for his People in ancient time, yea, from time to time.
The Hebrews have termed it, [ dibre hajami• ] words of dayes probably (as some conceive) taken out of the royal Diaryes of those times, by divine direction and Inspiration;
The Hebrews have termed it, [ dibre hajami• ] words of days probably (as Some conceive) taken out of the royal Diaryes of those times, by divine direction and Inspiration;
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this Book of Chronicles being an unerring Epitome of those Chronicles mentioned in the Kings ▪ The Truth is, that above half the old-Testament is a Chronicle of things done, by the Lord,
this Book of Chronicles being an unerring Epitome of those Chronicles mentioned in the Kings ▪ The Truth is, that above half the old-Testament is a Chronicle of things done, by the Lord,
and of Gad the Seer, 1 Chron. 29. 29. and of Ahijah, the Shilonite, and of Shemaia• the Prophet, 2 Chron. 12. 15. and the Story of the Prophet Iddo, 2 Chron. 13. 22. There is also plain Scripture precept as well as Example to move hereunto, see Psal. 78. 5, 6 For he established a Testimony in Jacob,
and of Gad the Seer, 1 Chronicles 29. 29. and of Ahijah, the Shilonite, and of Shemaia• the Prophet, 2 Chronicles 12. 15. and the Story of the Prophet Iddo, 2 Chronicles 13. 22. There is also plain Scripture precept as well as Exampl to move hereunto, see Psalm 78. 5, 6 For he established a Testimony in Jacob,
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and appointed a Law in Israel which he commanded our Fathers, that they should make them known to their Children, that the Generations to come, might know them, even the Children which should be born, who should arise,
and appointed a Law in Israel which he commanded our Father's, that they should make them known to their Children, that the Generations to come, might know them, even the Children which should be born, who should arise,
for it was propounded to, and concluded amongst the Commissioners of the united Colonies above thirty years agoe, that there should be a Collection of special Providences of God towards his New-England people;
for it was propounded to, and concluded among the Commissioners of the united Colonies above thirty Years ago, that there should be a Collection of special Providences of God towards his New england people;
And that memorials being duly communicated, an History should be compiled according to Truth, for the benefit of Posterity, that they might see how God had been with their Fathers, in laying the Foundation of the Churches, and of the Common-Wealth.
And that memorials being duly communicated, an History should be compiled according to Truth, for the benefit of Posterity, that they might see how God had been with their Father's, in laying the Foundation of the Churches, and of the commonwealth.
and for us their Children, in more respects then can be now mentioned, except such a lasting Record and Monument as is now spoken of, be brought to perfection.
and for us their Children, in more respects then can be now mentioned, except such a lasting Record and Monument as is now spoken of, be brought to perfection.
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and set up his true Religion amongst us, therefore the Senate and People of Geneva, have erected this Monument, that so they might testify to Posterity their gratitude towards God.
and Set up his true Religion among us, Therefore the Senate and People of Geneva, have erected this Monument, that so they might testify to Posterity their gratitude towards God.
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The Lord therefore commanded his People of old, to keep a Record of his works and signal Providences towards them, that so their Children after them might set their hope in God and keep his Commandments, Psal. 78. 7. 2. I pray you in the Name of the Lord, to take care for the propagation of the Interest of the Gospel, that the good knowledge of the Lord may be amongst the people under your Government in your time; yea, and after that also.
The Lord Therefore commanded his People of old, to keep a Record of his works and signal Providences towards them, that so their Children After them might Set their hope in God and keep his commandments, Psalm 78. 7. 2. I pray you in the Name of the Lord, to take care for the propagation of the Interest of the Gospel, that the good knowledge of the Lord may be among the people under your Government in your time; yea, and After that also.
So we read of Jehoshaphat, that he caused Levites to be sent into all the Cities of Judah who taught the People, 2 Chron. 17. 8, 9. And this stands upon Record to his everlasting Renown.
So we read of Jehoshaphat, that he caused Levites to be sent into all the Cities of Judah who taught the People, 2 Chronicles 17. 8, 9. And this Stands upon Record to his everlasting Renown.
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It is not every man that is fit to be employed as a pulick Teacher, Ezra saith (Chap. 8. 17, 18. that he sent unto such and such, that they would bring unto him Ministers for the house of God, and that by the good hand of God they brought a man of understanding: He that is employed in holy things ought to be such an one.
It is not every man that is fit to be employed as a pulick Teacher, Ezra Says (Chap. 8. 17, 18. that he sent unto such and such, that they would bring unto him Ministers for the house of God, and that by the good hand of God they brought a man of understanding: He that is employed in holy things ought to be such an one.
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Therefore you should endeavour that the future generation may be furnished with a learned Ministry. The Writers of ecclesiastical Story, inform us, how carefull Christians in the primitive times were,
Therefore you should endeavour that the future generation may be furnished with a learned Ministry. The Writers of ecclesiastical Story, inform us, how careful Christians in the primitive times were,
for the setling of Schools of Learning, in all places where Churches had been planted, that so th•re might be able instruments raised up for the propagating of truth in succeeding Generations.
for the settling of Schools of Learning, in all places where Churches had been planted, that so th•re might be able Instruments raised up for the propagating of truth in succeeding Generations.
It was Julians policy to pull down Schools among Christians, that so he might destroy Religion, concluding that the cause that should not have an able defendant would fall.
It was Julians policy to pull down Schools among Christians, that so he might destroy Religion, concluding that the cause that should not have an able defendant would fallen.
Therefore let there be a pious and earnest sollicitude about that matter. One of the famous Kings in our nation caused a law to be established, that all Parents should bring up their children in Learning.
Therefore let there be a pious and earnest solicitude about that matter. One of the famous Kings in our Nation caused a law to be established, that all Parents should bring up their children in Learning.
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I know there are good laws amongst us, respecting inferiour Schools, though I doubt as to execution there is great defect in that as well as in other matters.
I know there Are good laws among us, respecting inferior Schools, though I doubt as to execution there is great defect in that as well as in other matters.
I would gladly second a motion of that nature, as supposing that more of the welfare of the uprising generations is concerned therein then many are aware of.
I would gladly second a motion of that nature, as supposing that more of the welfare of the uprising generations is concerned therein then many Are aware of.
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I remember it is noted concerning the learned Chytraeus, that he prevailed with the Princes of Megapol• to bestow 3500 crowns o• yearly Revenue, upon the Vniversity of Rostoch, by which means the interest of Religion was wonderfully promoved.
I Remember it is noted Concerning the learned Chytraeus, that he prevailed with the Princes of Megapol• to bestow 3500 crowns o• yearly Revenue, upon the university of Rostoch, by which means the Interest of Religion was wonderfully promoved.
And that excellent Prince Cassimire did the like at Neostad, where Ʋrsin and Zanchi were sometimes Professors So the Senate of Grunberg erected a Colledge,
And that excellent Prince Cassimire did the like At Neostad, where Ʋrsin and Zanchi were sometime Professors So the Senate of Grunberg erected a College,
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The like was done at Herborn by Prince John of Nassau at the perswasion of Olevian, where also Piscator taught and flourished. So at Leyden in Holland.
The like was done At Herborn by Prince John of Nassau At the persuasion of Olevian, where also Piscator taught and flourished. So At Leyden in Holland.
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Though the just liberties of Churches should not be infringed, yet that every Plantation in the Country should have allowance to chuse, whom they please to labour in the publick dispensation of the word, may be in time a great inlet to ignorance, error and profaness.
Though the just Liberties of Churches should not be infringed, yet that every Plantation in the Country should have allowance to choose, whom they please to labour in the public Dispensation of the word, may be in time a great inlet to ignorance, error and profaneness.
You know it is expressed in the Patent, as one main end proposed by our Fathers in their coming into this Wilderness, that so they might endeavour the Conversion of the Natives,
You know it is expressed in the Patent, as one main end proposed by our Father's in their coming into this Wilderness, that so they might endeavour the Conversion of the Natives,
It is a most vain objection which some have made, that we doe not read in the New Testament, that the Magistrate did ever punish any, on account of Transgression against the first Table.
It is a most vain objection which Some have made, that we do not read in the New Testament, that the Magistrate did ever Punish any, on account of Transgression against the First Table.
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Rom. 13. 4. 1. Tim. 1. 9. And that Transgressions against the first Table are evill deeds, Gal. 5. 19. 20. Phil. 3. 2. 2. Joh. 10, 11. And the holy Apostle wished those false Teachers, who disturbed the peace of the Churches in Galatia cut off.
Rom. 13. 4. 1. Tim. 1. 9. And that Transgressions against the First Table Are evil Deeds, Gal. 5. 19. 20. Philip 3. 2. 2. John 10, 11. And the holy Apostle wished those false Teachers, who disturbed the peace of the Churches in Galatia Cut off.
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Gal. 5. 12. Some judicious Authors conceive that he wisheth there had been a christian Magistrate in the world to take such a course with those seducing spirits as they deserved.
Gal. 5. 12. some judicious Authors conceive that he wishes there had been a christian Magistrate in the world to take such a course with those seducing spirits as they deserved.
And the Arminian Remonstrants in the Netherlands made hideous clamours for liberty of Conscience, and that the States of Holland were more cruel than the bloudy Spanish Inquisitors,
And the Arminian Remonstrants in the Netherlands made hideous clamours for liberty of Conscience, and that the States of Holland were more cruel than the bloody Spanish Inquisitors,
And it is a solemn word which Mr. Cotton (the first and famous Teacher in this Congregation) speaketh, I wish (saith he) that Antichrist doe not creep in at the back door of Toleration.
And it is a solemn word which Mr. Cotton (the First and famous Teacher in this Congregation) speaks, I wish (Says he) that Antichrist do not creep in At the back door of Toleration.
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Of old (as some have truly observed) when once the Romane Emperours did indulge and tolerate Arrians, God was provoked to let the barbarous Goths loose to break in upon the Empire and destroy it,
Of old (as Some have truly observed) when once the Roman emperors did indulge and tolerate Arians, God was provoked to let the barbarous Gothis lose to break in upon the Empire and destroy it,
The Toleration of Socinianisme hath proved the ruin of the Churches in Poland and Transilvania. Yet it is far from my design in speaking this, to stir up Magistrates to that which the Scripture calls Persecution: it were better to erre by too much indulgence towards those that have the root of the matter in them, than by too much severity.
The Toleration of Socinianism hath proved the ruin of the Churches in Poland and Transylvania. Yet it is Far from my Design in speaking this, to stir up Magistrates to that which the Scripture calls Persecution: it were better to err by too much indulgence towards those that have the root of the matter in them, than by too much severity.
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Nay, as to those that are indeed Heretical, I can for my own part say with Luther, Ad judicium sanguinis tardus sum, I have no affection to sanguinary punishments in such cases.
Nay, as to those that Are indeed Heretical, I can for my own part say with Luther, Ad judicium Blood tardus sum, I have no affection to sanguinary punishments in such cases.
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And certainly there are other wayes to suppress Hereticks besides Hereticide, witness what was done by great Constantine for the suppression of Arrianisme. Nevertheless, approved writers who are large enough in the point of Toleration, declare, that they, the principles of whose Religion are disturbant, to the civil State and Constitution of any place, may not be indulged, (and that therefore Popish Priests and Jesuits are not to be permitted) sure then they whose Religion,
And Certainly there Are other ways to suppress Heretics beside Hereticide, witness what was done by great Constantine for the suppression of Arianism. Nevertheless, approved writers who Are large enough in the point of Toleration, declare, that they, the principles of whose Religion Are disturbant, to the civil State and Constitution of any place, may not be indulged, (and that Therefore Popish Priests and Jesuits Are not to be permitted) sure then they whose Religion,
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and (it may be) to take those hands that are in the Name of the Lord Jesus delivered up to Satan, I say, to take those hands to administer the dreadful mysteries of the Kingdome, it is an abomination enough to make desolate.
and (it may be) to take those hands that Are in the Name of the Lord jesus Delivered up to Satan, I say, to take those hands to administer the dreadful Mysteres of the Kingdom, it is an abomination enough to make desolate.
And if it be so, that the Spirit of Rulers in New-England is changed, if you do become cold and indifferent in the things of God, departing from your former love,
And if it be so, that the Spirit of Rulers in New england is changed, if you do become cold and indifferent in the things of God, departing from your former love,
as once Mr. Brightman said, to a greater man then any of you all, if it be so, you may believe it, that God will change either you, or your Government ere long. I speak it to you with great solemnity of Spirit,
as once Mr. Brightman said, to a greater man then any of you all, if it be so, you may believe it, that God will change either you, or your Government ere long. I speak it to you with great solemnity of Spirit,
I shall not need to insist here, because this Argument was abundantly and worthily enlarged on by him that spake in the Name of the Lord on this occasion three years agoe.
I shall not need to insist Here, Because this Argument was abundantly and worthily enlarged on by him that spoke in the Name of the Lord on this occasion three Years ago.
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If things should pass away thus, and the Generation that is to come should not see, that some notable thing was done with respect to a Reformation of provoking evils, it would be sad indeed;
If things should pass away thus, and the Generation that is to come should not see, that Some notable thing was done with respect to a Reformation of provoking evils, it would be sad indeed;
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and the more sad, in that there have been Essays this way, and since the late (and to this day not fully ended) Warr, a Committee appointed by the general Court to enquire into the causes of the high displeasure of God, which hath been manifested,
and the more sad, in that there have been Essays this Way, and since the late (and to this day not Fully ended) War, a Committee appointed by the general Court to inquire into the Causes of the high displeasure of God, which hath been manifested,
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And how is there like to be that Reformation which the Lord requireth, except you that are Leaders over this people, do your utmost to promote it? where do you read of any great and general Reformation brought to pass,
And how is there like to be that Reformation which the Lord requires, except you that Are Leaders over this people, do your utmost to promote it? where do you read of any great and general Reformation brought to pass,
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The Prophets Haggai and Zachary set the work of Reformation upon the Wheel, but Zerubbabel and Shealtiel (godly Magistrates) carryed on the work to Effect, Ezra. 5. 1, 2. Luther began the Reformation in Germany,
The prophets Chaggai and Zachary Set the work of Reformation upon the Wheel, but Zerubbabel and Shealtiel (godly Magistrates) carried on the work to Effect, Ezra. 5. 1, 2. Luther began the Reformation in Germany,
Zwinglius by his Ministry was instrumental towards the accomplishing a great Reformation in Zurick, but then the Magistrates of that place fell in with the Word of God.
Zwinglius by his Ministry was instrumental towards the accomplishing a great Reformation in Zurich, but then the Magistrates of that place fell in with the Word of God.
Oecolampadius was an happy Instrument in the hand of Christ to reform Basil; but if the Magistrates of that City had not set to their helping hand, Oecolampadius alone might have laboured in vain.
Oecolampadius was an happy Instrument in the hand of christ to reform Basil; but if the Magistrates of that city had not Set to their helping hand, Oecolampadius alone might have laboured in vain.
The like is to be said concerning the Reformation of Bern, (not to insist on more Instances) where that learned Hallerus was once a preacher of the Gospel.
The like is to be said Concerning the Reformation of Bern, (not to insist on more Instances) where that learned Hallerus was once a preacher of the Gospel.
I know you cannot change mens hearts, yet you may do much (if God help you) towards the effecting an outward Reformation, which will procure outward blessings and prevent outward Judgements and desolations.
I know you cannot change men's hearts, yet you may do much (if God help you) towards the effecting an outward Reformation, which will procure outward blessings and prevent outward Judgments and desolations.
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There is pride in the hearts of men, you cannot reform that, but there is pride in Apparel which the Lord hath said he will punish for, you may cause that to be reformed.
There is pride in the hearts of men, you cannot reform that, but there is pride in Apparel which the Lord hath said he will Punish for, you may cause that to be reformed.
There is drunkenness in the sight of God, which doth not fall under your Cognizance, but Drunkenness in the sight of men, and the occasions of it, do;
There is Drunkenness in the sighed of God, which does not fallen under your Cognizance, but drunkenness in the sighed of men, and the occasions of it, do;
If every one of you that are in place, shall do what you can, and what the Lord Jesus would have you do, to help in this case, we may hope that woful breach will (by the help of Christ) soon be healed,
If every one of you that Are in place, shall do what you can, and what the Lord jesus would have you do, to help in this case, we may hope that woeful breach will (by the help of christ) soon be healed,
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And I do the rather mention this thing, because the Subject I am upon, leads me to it, the welfare of Posterity being concerned therein, it may be the sowre grapes which the Fathers have eaten will set vour Childrens teeth on •dge, I remember blessed Mr. Burroughs in his Irenicum taketh notice of it, that it is very dangerous for the Children of the Church to be brought up in the sight of Divisions amongst Professors.
And I do the rather mention this thing, Because the Subject I am upon, leads me to it, the welfare of Posterity being concerned therein, it may be the sour grapes which the Father's have eaten will Set vour Children's teeth on •dge, I Remember blessed Mr. Burroughs in his Irenicum Takes notice of it, that it is very dangerous for the Children of the Church to be brought up in the sighed of Divisions among Professors.
Was there not a young man that came to a lamentable end in this Country, who professed that the Divisions which he observed amongst godly men, had occasioned his ruine? Let us remember that Scripture, Jer. 32. 39. I will give them one heart to fear me, for the good of them, and of their Children after them.
Was there not a young man that Come to a lamentable end in this Country, who professed that the Divisions which he observed among godly men, had occasioned his ruin? Let us Remember that Scripture, Jer. 32. 39. I will give them one heart to Fear me, for the good of them, and of their Children After them.
And methinks my Conscience bears me witness in the holy Ghost, that an earnest desire that the will of God might be done, hath caused me thus to express my self;
And methinks my Conscience bears me witness in the holy Ghost, that an earnest desire that the will of God might be done, hath caused me thus to express my self;
As also a desire that you might have comfort both now and in that day when you must give up your account to the Son of God, concerning your Stewardship, which in his Providence he hath entrusted you with;
As also a desire that you might have Comfort both now and in that day when you must give up your account to the Son of God, Concerning your Stewardship, which in his Providence he hath Entrusted you with;
It is no honour to Jehu's name that in his dayes God began to cut Israel short, 2 King. 10. 32. no• to Jehoram in that it is recorded to Posterity, that in his dayes the Edomites revolted, 2 Chron. 21. 18. Nor will it be for your honour,
It is no honour to Jehu's name that in his days God began to Cut Israel short, 2 King. 10. 32. no• to jehoram in that it is recorded to Posterity, that in his days the Edomites revolted, 2 Chronicles 21. 18. Nor will it be for your honour,
if the next Generation shall say, once such and such Worthies and Patrio• had the marragement of affairs in New-England, and in their dayes things went well, God did bless and build,
if the next Generation shall say, once such and such Worthies and Patrio• had the marragement of affairs in New england, and in their days things went well, God did bless and built,
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And the Lord Jesus who sometimes said to the Angels of the Churches, I know your works, speaketh to us saying, the great affairs of my Kingdome, which once were in the hands of your Fathers to manage, are now come into your hands, they were faithful to my Name,
And the Lord jesus who sometime said to the Angels of the Churches, I know your works, speaks to us saying, the great affairs of my Kingdom, which once were in the hands of your Father's to manage, Are now come into your hands, they were faithful to my Name,
& we are solemnly charged, Ezek. 44. 7. (it is a Scripture that concerns Ministers of the New-Testament) not to bring into the Lords Sanctuary, uncircumcised in heart, to be in the Sanctuary to pollute it,
& we Are solemnly charged, Ezekiel 44. 7. (it is a Scripture that concerns Ministers of the New testament) not to bring into the lords Sanctuary, uncircumcised in heart, to be in the Sanctuary to pollute it,
But that which I intend, is the admission of persons into full Communion, we know what our Fathers have taught concerning that matter, viz. that there ought to be an holding forth Faith and Repentance before admission to the Lords Table.
But that which I intend, is the admission of Persons into full Communion, we know what our Father's have taught Concerning that matter, viz. that there ought to be an holding forth Faith and Repentance before admission to the lords Table.
yet I wish there be not Teachers found in our Israel, that have espoused loose, large Principles here, designing to bring all persons to the Lords Supper, who have an Historical Faith,
yet I wish there be not Teachers found in our Israel, that have espoused lose, large Principles Here, designing to bring all Persons to the lords Supper, who have an Historical Faith,
as are admitted to full Communion ought to be Regenerate, converted persons, the non attendance unto that did (as a worthy Divine of our own hath well noted) lay the Foundation to great Apostasy, which the Christian Church hath been long subject unto.
as Are admitted to full Communion ought to be Regenerate, converted Persons, the non attendance unto that did (as a worthy Divine of our own hath well noted) lay the Foundation to great Apostasy, which the Christian Church hath been long Subject unto.
Shall we be content to goe to heaven alone, and not strive to carry as many of the Generation we live in, along with us as possibly we can? Alas Apostacy will prevail,
Shall we be content to go to heaven alone, and not strive to carry as many of the Generation we live in, along with us as possibly we can? Alas Apostasy will prevail,
I remember it is noted in the lives of Chrysostom and Austin, that besides their publick Labours, they did sometimes attend personal Instruction of these and those of their he arers.
I Remember it is noted in the lives of Chrysostom and Austin, that beside their public Labours, they did sometime attend personal Instruction of these and those of their he arers.
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I know that where there is but one Elder in a Church (as alas that is now the case of these Churches generally) so much cannot be done that way as is to be desired;
I know that where there is but one Elder in a Church (as alas that is now the case of these Churches generally) so much cannot be done that Way as is to be desired;
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And possibly words that we little think any such thing of now, will be •mentioned again to our exceeding joy and rejoycing in the day of Christ when we shall see and hear many Souls stand forth and bless the Lord Jesus that ever they knew us,
And possibly words that we little think any such thing of now, will be •mentioned again to our exceeding joy and rejoicing in the day of christ when we shall see and hear many Souls stand forth and bless the Lord jesus that ever they knew us,
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for them to appear as Advocates, and plead Causes in civil Courts of Judicature, it is very uncomely. One of the Ancients observeth, that Sacerdos in Foro, et Mercator in Templo is not to be tolerated.
for them to appear as Advocates, and plead Causes in civil Courts of Judicature, it is very uncomely. One of the Ancients observeth, that Sacerdos in Foro, et Mercator in Templo is not to be tolerated.
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When the Prophets of Jerusalem are light Persons, Profaness goeth forth into all the Land. I have read somewhere of one that was grievously tempted to Atheism on this account:
When the prophets of Jerusalem Are Light Persons, Profaneness Goes forth into all the Land. I have read somewhere of one that was grievously tempted to Atheism on this account:
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And verily, the Lord will write down these discourses in his book of Remembrance, and we shall be glad to hear of them again at that day. we must every one of us, (Ministers as well as People) appear in a greater Congregetion than this,
And verily, the Lord will write down these discourses in his book of Remembrance, and we shall be glad to hear of them again At that day. we must every one of us, (Ministers as well as People) appear in a greater Congregetion than this,
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If the Lord help us to approve our selves faithfull unto the Death, when he the chief Shepherd shall appear, he will give unto us a Crown of Glory which fadeth not away.
If the Lord help us to approve our selves faithful unto the Death, when he the chief Shepherd shall appear, he will give unto us a Crown of Glory which fades not away.
You have a great opportunity put into your hands by the providence of God, to doe service for this and after Generations, viz. by endeavouring the establishment of righteous and religious Laws in the Common-wealth, that so the Lord Jesus might reign there.
You have a great opportunity put into your hands by the providence of God, to do service for this and After Generations, viz. by endeavouring the establishment of righteous and religious Laws in the Commonwealth, that so the Lord jesus might Reign there.
And that some further care might be taken for the suppressing of that wickedness that is usually committed the night after the Sabbath, God hath lately kindled a fire in this place,
And that Some further care might be taken for the suppressing of that wickedness that is usually committed the night After the Sabbath, God hath lately kindled a fire in this place,
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and it was on the night after the Sabbath, why should we wonder at it? I cannot speak it without some anguish of Spirit, there is more wickedness committed usually on that night then in all the week besides.
and it was on the night After the Sabbath, why should we wonder At it? I cannot speak it without Some anguish of Spirit, there is more wickedness committed usually on that night then in all the Week beside.
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Do not think that this is any new notion, but it is a known Principle owned and avowed by the good old non-Conformists, (whose Children we are) That renewal of Covenant is the way to attain Church Reformation, which Principle was much improved by the chief of the Fathers, of these New-English Churches, (and therefore I the rather insist upon it) this is the way to prevent Apostasy.
Do not think that this is any new notion, but it is a known Principle owned and avowed by the good old Nonconformists, (whose Children we Are) That renewal of Covenant is the Way to attain Church Reformation, which Principle was much improved by the chief of the Father's, of these New-English Churches, (and Therefore I the rather insist upon it) this is the Way to prevent Apostasy.
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The Covenant was renewed in the dayes of Joshua, when as the Scripture testifyeth, that in his dayes the Children of Israel continued to serve the Lord,
The Covenant was renewed in the days of joshua, when as the Scripture Testifieth, that in his days the Children of Israel continued to serve the Lord,
wherefore Divines observe, that Joshuahs special designe in putting the People upon renewing their Covenant, was that so they might •• kept from future Apostaly.
Wherefore Divines observe, that Joshuahs special Design in putting the People upon renewing their Covenant, was that so they might •• kept from future Apostaly.
And if the Lord intend not further shakings and desolations amongst these Churches, I am perswaded that this motion will be hearkned unto, and complyed with.
And if the Lord intend not further shakings and desolations among these Churches, I am persuaded that this motion will be hearkened unto, and complied with.
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Moreover, there are many others of the People of the Land here, before the Lord this day, a considerable part of the present Generation is met together in this great Assembly;
Moreover, there Are many Others of the People of the Land Here, before the Lord this day, a considerable part of the present Generation is met together in this great Assembly;
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but certain it is, that our Fathers alwayes owned and avowed this Principle of Truth, that nothing should be admitted into the worship of God but what there is Scripture warrant for,
but certain it is, that our Father's always owned and avowed this Principle of Truth, that nothing should be admitted into the worship of God but what there is Scripture warrant for,
And I remember that great learned man and blessed Martyr Peter Ramus, professeth in one of his Epistles, that the deep consideration of this Principle, that the Apostolical Age was the golden Age of the Church,
And I Remember that great learned man and blessed Martyr Peter Ramus, Professes in one of his Epistles, that the deep consideration of this Principle, that the Apostolical Age was the golden Age of the Church,
Did not our Fathers come hither in hope that they should leave their Children, under the Discipline and Government of the Lord Jesus in his Church? Hath not Christ owned the application of solemn publick Admonitions, &c. to some of them that have been Children of the Church, (though not in full Communion) even so as to convert their Souls thereby? why then should disputes about the mode wholly evacuate the thing,
Did not our Father's come hither in hope that they should leave their Children, under the Discipline and Government of the Lord jesus in his Church? Hath not christ owned the application of solemn public Admonitions, etc. to Some of them that have been Children of the Church, (though not in full Communion) even so as to convert their Souls thereby? why then should disputes about the mode wholly evacuate the thing,
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In some Families the Children have no Father left to instruct them, in other Families Fathers have no Children left to be instructed by them, by these terrible Judgements they that have Familyes, should learn to be diligent in Instructing of them,
In Some Families the Children have no Father left to instruct them, in other Families Father's have no Children left to be instructed by them, by these terrible Judgments they that have Families, should Learn to be diligent in Instructing of them,
Vsually, they that prove Hereticks, are such as were never well grounded in the knowledge of Principles, never well instructed in Catechetical Fundamental Doctrines and points of Religion.
Usually, they that prove Heretics, Are such as were never well grounded in the knowledge of Principles, never well instructed in Catechetical Fundamental Doctrines and points of Religion.
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When certain Jesuits were sent amongst them to entice them from the Truth to Idolatry, they returned amazed, professing that Children of seven years old amongst those Waldenses knew more in the Scripture,
When certain Jesuits were sent among them to entice them from the Truth to Idolatry, they returned amazed, professing that Children of seven Years old among those Waldenses knew more in the Scripture,
And truly, if there were more prayers poured forth before the Lord, for the conversion of the Rising Generation, we may hope that there would a blessed Effect follow.
And truly, if there were more Prayers poured forth before the Lord, for the conversion of the Rising Generation, we may hope that there would a blessed Effect follow.
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i• you foolishly lose your Libertyes, your Posterity, yea, the children that are yet to be born will rue it, Beware also of a wanton Spirit, lest you provoke the Lord, by bitter bondage to make you know the worth of Liberty.
i• you foolishly loose your Liberties, your Posterity, yea, the children that Are yet to be born will rue it, Beware also of a wanton Spirit, lest you provoke the Lord, by bitter bondage to make you know the worth of Liberty.
Chuse men that shall approve themselves (like Eliakim) Fathers to the Inhabitants of Jerusalem, chuse men of Hezekiahs Spirit, who spake comfortably to all those that taught the good knowledge of the Lord.
Choose men that shall approve themselves (like Eliakim) Father's to the Inhabitants of Jerusalem, choose men of Hezekiah's Spirit, who spoke comfortably to all those that taught the good knowledge of the Lord.
In a word, chuse those that will be zealous for the Interest of Reformation, and that therefore will improve their power, to suppress transgressions of the first,
In a word, choose those that will be zealous for the Interest of Reformation, and that Therefore will improve their power, to suppress transgressions of the First,
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And it is 1. Ironically propounded, v. 9. Rejoyce oh young man in thy Youth, &c. It is such another form of speech as that of the Prophet unto Ahab, 1 King. 22. 15. Goe and prosper. He saw that Ahab was set upon his design,
And it is 1. Ironically propounded, v. 9. Rejoice o young man in thy Youth, etc. It is such Another from of speech as that of the Prophet unto Ahab, 1 King. 22. 15. Go and prosper. He saw that Ahab was Set upon his Design,
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Though its possible thou mayest escape judgement from men, parents, Magistrates, &c. yet not from the Lord. 2. This Dehortation is plainly expressed in the Verse immediately preceding this Text. Remove sorrow from thy heart.
Though its possible thou Mayest escape judgement from men, Parents, Magistrates, etc. yet not from the Lord. 2. This Dehortation is plainly expressed in the Verse immediately preceding this Text. Remove sorrow from thy heart.
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In the Doctrinal prosecution of this Truth, there are three things to be enquired into. 1. What is implyed in this Remembring? 2. How it doth appear that young men ought to remember God? 3. The Reason why they especially should doe so?
In the Doctrinal prosecution of this Truth, there Are three things to be inquired into. 1. What is employed in this Remembering? 2. How it does appear that young men ought to Remember God? 3. The Reason why they especially should do so?
As they that neglect the worship and Service which they owe to the blessed God, are said to forget him ▪ Psal. 9. 17. The wicked shall be turned into Hell,
As they that neglect the worship and Service which they owe to the blessed God, Are said to forget him ▪ Psalm 9. 17. The wicked shall be turned into Hell,
Seek and serve him be times ▪ As David exhorted his Son Solomon, whilst yet in his Youth, 1. Chron. 28. 9. Know, and serve the Lord with a perfect heart and a willing mind.
Seek and serve him be times ▪ As David exhorted his Son Solomon, while yet in his Youth, 1. Chronicles 28. 9. Know, and serve the Lord with a perfect heart and a willing mind.
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wherever thou comest think of him, from morning unto night, ever and anon, let there be awfull holy thoughts in thy heart concerning the Omnipresence of God.
wherever thou Comest think of him, from morning unto night, ever and anon, let there be awful holy thoughts in thy heart Concerning the Omnipresence of God.
2. The Truth of this Doctrine is evident, in that Parents are bound to teach their Children the fear of the Lord whilst they are young, Deut. 6. 6, 7. The words which I command thee, thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy Children.
2. The Truth of this Doctrine is evident, in that Parents Are bound to teach their Children the Fear of the Lord while they Are young, Deuteronomy 6. 6, 7. The words which I command thee, thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy Children.
Again, it is said, Train up • Child in the way be should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it, Prov. 22. 6. To the same purpose is that of the Apostle, Eph. 6. 4. Ye Fathers bring up your Children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord ▪ And according unto this hath been the practice of Saints.
Again, it is said, Train up • Child in the Way be should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it, Curae 22. 6. To the same purpose is that of the Apostle, Ephesians 6. 4. You Father's bring up your Children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord ▪ And according unto this hath been the practice of Saints.
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The Lord himself doth testify concerning Abraham, that he would command his Children to keep the wayes of the Lord, Gen. 18. 19. And Solomon doth acknowledge that his Father David was careful to instruct him,
The Lord himself does testify Concerning Abraham, that he would command his Children to keep the ways of the Lord, Gen. 18. 19. And Solomon does acknowledge that his Father David was careful to instruct him,
Yea, not only his Father, but his Mother also taught him the fear of the Lord, Prov. 31. 1, 2. The words of King Lemuel, the Prophesy that his Mother taught him, what my Son!
Yea, not only his Father, but his Mother also taught him the Fear of the Lord, Curae 31. 1, 2. The words of King Lemuel, the Prophesy that his Mother taught him, what my Son!
For certainly, all owe service unto him, from whom they have received their Beings, Psal. 95. 6. O come let us worship and •ow d•wn, let us kneel before the Lord our Maker.
For Certainly, all owe service unto him, from whom they have received their Beings, Psalm 95. 6. Oh come let us worship and •ow d•wn, let us kneel before the Lord our Maker.
as it is said concerning that creature, He that made him, can cause his sword to approach unto him, Job 40. 19 Therefore it concerns men to fear their Creator.
as it is said Concerning that creature, He that made him, can cause his sword to approach unto him, Job 40. 19 Therefore it concerns men to Fear their Creator.
if thou neglectest God in the spring of thy years, what reason is there to think that he will regard thee when winter Age is come upon thee? Moreover, it is not easy to Turn unto the Lord in old age:
if thou neglectest God in the spring of thy Years, what reason is there to think that he will regard thee when winter Age is come upon thee? Moreover, it is not easy to Turn unto the Lord in old age:
Wherefore the Scripture saith, can the Aethiopian change his skin, or the Leopard his spots? then may you also doe good, that are accustomed to doe evil.
Wherefore the Scripture Says, can the aethiopian change his skin, or the Leopard his spots? then may you also do good, that Are accustomed to do evil.
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We read of one in the Gospel that had a most terrible dispossession, Mark 9. 25, 26. Jesus rebuked the foul spirit, saying, I charge thee come out of him and enter no more into him:
We read of one in the Gospel that had a most terrible dispossession, Mark 9. 25, 26. jesus rebuked the foul Spirit, saying, I charge thee come out of him and enter no more into him:
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Therefore Young men should turn to God betimes, that so they may escape those bitter pangs, which otherwise they must expect to undergoe if ever good come of them.
Therefore Young men should turn to God betimes, that so they may escape those bitter pangs, which otherwise they must expect to undergo if ever good come of them.
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It was the Saying of one, that if it were lawfull for him to envy the happiness of any, he would envy the happiness of those that turn to God betimes, because they are freed from a world of sin and sorrow, which otherwise they would become subject unto.
It was the Saying of one, that if it were lawful for him to envy the happiness of any, he would envy the happiness of those that turn to God betimes, Because they Are freed from a world of since and sorrow, which otherwise they would become Subject unto.
Was not Absalom a young man, and his brother Adonijah a young man when death surprized them? Did not Ely's Sons dye in the flower of their Age ▪ 1 Sam. 2. 33. Now if young men Remember their Creator so as to repent of sin,
Was not Absalom a young man, and his brother Adonijah a young man when death surprised them? Did not Ely's Sons die in the flower of their Age ▪ 1 Sam. 2. 33. Now if young men remember their Creator so as to Repent of since,
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1 King. 14. 17. but inasmuch as in him there was found some good thing toward the Lord God of Israel, death did him no hurt, only he was taken away from the evil to come, that his eyes might not behold the miserable ruine, that was coming upon his Fathers Family.
1 King. 14. 17. but inasmuch as in him there was found Some good thing towards the Lord God of Israel, death did him no hurt, only he was taken away from the evil to come, that his eyes might not behold the miserable ruin, that was coming upon his Father's Family.
I proceed therefore to apply this Truth, by way of Exhortation. O let young men this day be exhorted in the Name and fear of God, to follow the counsel of the wise man,
I proceed Therefore to apply this Truth, by Way of Exhortation. O let young men this day be exhorted in the Name and Fear of God, to follow the counsel of the wise man,
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All you young men that are here before the Lord, (and there are many such in this Assembly) hear me this day, that so God may hear you another day, now turn to the Lord, now repent of sin, now make sure of an Interest in Jesus Christ,
All you young men that Are Here before the Lord, (and there Are many such in this Assembly) hear me this day, that so God may hear you Another day, now turn to the Lord, now Repent of since, now make sure of an Interest in jesus christ,
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And as it was said, concerning them of old, the Children of Israel, and the Children of Judah have only done evil before me from their Youth, Jer. 32. 30. It is true, that there are some young ones that are Remembring,
And as it was said, Concerning them of old, the Children of Israel, and the Children of Judah have only done evil before me from their Youth, Jer. 32. 30. It is true, that there Are Some young ones that Are Remembering,
Hence the Lord doth not seem to take pleasure in many of the Youth of this Country ▪ O it is a sad word that is spoken, Isai. 9. 17 The Lord shall have no joy in their young men.
Hence the Lord does not seem to take pleasure in many of the Youth of this Country ▪ Oh it is a sad word that is spoken, Isaiah 9. 17 The Lord shall have no joy in their young men.
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How many young men even in New-England, that have been cut off either by Sword or sickness within these two years? now shall the Lord have cause to complain as he doth by the Prophet, (Amos 4. 10.) your young men have I slain with the Sword,
How many young men even in New england, that have been Cut off either by Sword or sickness within these two Years? now shall the Lord have cause to complain as he does by the Prophet, (Amos 4. 10.) your young men have I slave with the Sword,
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yet have you not returned unto me ▪ Moreover, young men in this Country enjoy means of grace plentifully dispensed, God is calling from Heaven to them ▪ and striving with them, in the dayes of their youth,
yet have you not returned unto me ▪ Moreover, young men in this Country enjoy means of grace plentifully dispensed, God is calling from Heaven to them ▪ and striving with them, in the days of their youth,
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Yea, and many are the Children of godly Parents, and in that respect under peculiar engagement to seek and serve the Lord, who is not only their Creator,
Yea, and many Are the Children of godly Parents, and in that respect under peculiar engagement to seek and serve the Lord, who is not only their Creator,
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2. Consider, How pleasing it will be to the Lord, if you do indeed Remember him in the dayes of your Youth, Jer. 2. 2. I remember the kindness of thy Youth.
2. Consider, How pleasing it will be to the Lord, if you do indeed remember him in the days of your Youth, Jer. 2. 2. I Remember the kindness of thy Youth.
Especially, it is true with respect unto those that have in the dayes of their youth lived under the means of grace, heard many Sermons, experienced frequent strivings of the Spirit of God with their hearts,
Especially, it is true with respect unto those that have in the days of their youth lived under the means of grace, herd many Sermons, experienced frequent strivings of the Spirit of God with their hearts,
if they remain unconverted until the dayes of their Youth are past and gone, the Lord usually giveth them up to ▪ Judicial hardness of heart, that they shall never be converted, never saved.
if they remain unconverted until the days of their Youth Are past and gone, the Lord usually gives them up to ▪ Judicial hardness of heart, that they shall never be converted, never saved.
Have you not read or heard of those that have turned to God in the dayes of their Youth? nay, that in their Childhood, the fear of God hath been planted in their hearts, that they have no sooner began to have the use of Reason,
Have you not read or herd of those that have turned to God in the days of their Youth? nay, that in their Childhood, the Fear of God hath been planted in their hearts, that they have no sooner began to have the use of Reason,
There is a Book which many of you have in your houses, that giveth an account of thirteen Children, the eldest of them not above fourteen years old, some of them but seven years old, some not so much, that nevertheless it was evident that the fear of God and unfeigned love to Jesus Christ was wrought in their hearts.
There is a Book which many of you have in your houses, that gives an account of thirteen Children, the eldest of them not above fourteen Years old, Some of them but seven Years old, Some not so much, that nevertheless it was evident that the Fear of God and unfeigned love to jesus christ was wrought in their hearts.
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And there is a printed Relation of a Child that dyed not long since in this Country, who for several years before his death, had his heart changed and was made a new Creature.
And there is a printed Relation of a Child that died not long since in this Country, who for several Years before his death, had his heart changed and was made a new Creature.
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O how may this shame many young ones that are here before the Lord this day, who yet are older then that Child was, it may be fifteen years old, nay, perhaps twenty years old;
O how may this shame many young ones that Are Here before the Lord this day, who yet Are older then that Child was, it may be fifteen Years old, nay, perhaps twenty Years old;
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Sic Becanus, Mariaana, Harding contra Juellum. Hart in •ainoldum. Sic Bozzius et Rossaeus, quos vide citatos apud Keckerm. in polit. p. 983. •t Paraeum in Rom. 13.
Sic Becanus, Mariaana, Harding contra Juellum. Heart in •ainoldum. Sic Bozzius et Rossaeus, quos vide citatos apud Keckermann. in Politic. p. 983. •t Paradeum in Rom. 13.
See Dr. Tuckney on Exod. 28. 36. P. 429. And Fuller, Holy State, p. 268. And Greenhil on Ezek. 42. p. 334. And Mr. Dury in his Discourse on that Question, how far a Minister of the Gospel may ingage himself in civil affairs.
See Dr. Tuckney on Exod 28. 36. P. 429. And Fuller, Holy State, p. 268. And Greenhill on Ezekiel 42. p. 334. And Mr. Dury in his Discourse on that Question, how Far a Minister of the Gospel may engage himself in civil affairs.
The Hebrew word for an Almond Tree is Sheked, which cometh from a Verb signifying to make hast, Jer. 1. 11. because that Tree above all others maketh haste to bear fruit. Flore• omnium prima Amygdal• Mense Januario Martio ver• pomum maturat. Bochartus ▪ Plin. Nat. Hist. l. 16. c. 25 ▪ Drus. Miscell Cent. 1. c. 57 ▪ R. Kimchi in verbo Shadak ▪
The Hebrew word for an Almond Tree is Sheked, which comes from a Verb signifying to make haste, Jer. 1. 11. Because that Tree above all Others makes haste to bear fruit. Flore• omnium prima Amygdal• Mense Januario Martio ver• pomum maturat. Bochartus ▪ Pliny Nat. Hist. l. 16. c. 25 ▪ Drus Miscellany Cent. 1. c. 57 ▪ R. Kimchi in verbo Shadak ▪
