True old light exalted above pretended new light, or, Treatise of Jesus Christ as He is the light which enlightens every one that comes into the world : against the sense both of the Quakers, Arminians, and other assertors of universal grace, whose light is proved to be darkness / delivered in nine sermons, by John Tombes, B.D., and commended to publick view by Mr. Richard Baxter.
and so might be termed the Paralipomena, or things left, as the Greeks term the Book by the Hebrews termed the words of daies, by us, the Chronicles or Records of times.
and so might be termed the Paralipomena, or things left, as the Greeks term the Book by the Hebrews termed the words of days, by us, the Chronicles or Records of times.
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That it was written in opposition to the new fancies or haeresies of Ebien, Cerinthus, and other fanatiques, is intimated by Iraeneus lib. 3. adv. haer. c. 1. 11. and others.
That it was written in opposition to the new fancies or heresies of Ebien, Cerinthus, and other Fanatics, is intimated by Irenaeus lib. 3. Advantage. Haer. c. 1. 11. and Others.
And then to distinguish him from John the Baptist, he declareth 1. Johns Mission, ver. 6. 2. His businesse, ver. 7. 3. His inferiority to Christ, ver. 8. 4. Christs preeminence above him, ver. 9. which words are spoken of Christ Jesus, whom John terms the Word, ver. 1. who is said to be flesh, and to dwell among us, ver. 14. of whom John testified, ver. 15 to have been his Ancient;
And then to distinguish him from John the Baptist, he Declareth 1. Johns Mission, ver. 6. 2. His business, ver. 7. 3. His inferiority to christ, ver. 8. 4. Christ preeminence above him, ver. 9. which words Are spoken of christ jesus, whom John terms the Word, ver. 1. who is said to be Flesh, and to dwell among us, ver. 14. of whom John testified, ver. 15 to have been his Ancient;
as seems most probable, they shew his excellency above John Baptist, who was denied to be the light, though he were that he might bear witnesse of the light. Heinsius exercit. sacr.
as seems most probable, they show his excellency above John Baptist, who was denied to be the Light, though he were that he might bear witness of the Light. Heinsius Exercise. Sacred.
He was not that light, but that he might bear witnesse of the light he was, (referring NONLATINALPHABET, ver. 9. to the end of ver. 8.) The true light which inlightneth every man coming into the world, was in this world,
He was not that Light, but that he might bear witness of the Light he was, (referring, ver. 9. to the end of ver. 8.) The true Light which Enlighteneth every man coming into the world, was in this world,
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and the world was made by him, and the world knew him not, ver. 9, 10. But the supplement of Beza, [ this man ] or as our Translators hath it, That was the true light, is better and more agreeable to Johns phrase.
and the world was made by him, and the world knew him not, ver. 9, 10. But the supplement of Beza, [ this man ] or as our Translators hath it, That was the true Light, is better and more agreeable to Johns phrase.
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Grotius after Cyril, Augustin, and some others likes the former as best, because Joh. 3. 19. and 12. 46. where he speaks of himself as light, he so expresseth himself as coming into the world as light,
Grotius After Cyril, Augustin, and Some Others likes the former as best, Because John 3. 19. and 12. 46. where he speaks of himself as Light, he so Expresses himself as coming into the world as Light,
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and to this sense, it seems to make that ver. 10. it follows after ver. 9. Which inlightneth every man coming into the world, the world was made by him.
and to this sense, it seems to make that ver. 10. it follows After ver. 9. Which Enlighteneth every man coming into the world, the world was made by him.
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That or this person of whom John was to witnesse, was the true or excellent light, which or who inlighteth with natural reason and understanding, every man coming into the world by natural birth, as being made by him.
That or this person of whom John was to witness, was the true or excellent Light, which or who inlighteth with natural reason and understanding, every man coming into the world by natural birth, as being made by him.
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The other sort of light is spiritual light expressed thus, 2 Cor. 4. 6. The inlightning of of the knowledge of the glory of God in the person or face of Jesus Christ.
The other sort of Light is spiritual Light expressed thus, 2 Cor. 4. 6. The enlightening of of the knowledge of the glory of God in the person or face of jesus christ.
And of this light Christ is the cause, as the Prophet of his Church, Luk. 1. 79. Joh. 3. 19. & 8. 12, &c. And thus is Christ said to inlighten every man; that is, every man that is inlightened, hath his light from Christ:
And of this Light christ is the cause, as the Prophet of his Church, Luk. 1. 79. John 3. 19. & 8. 12, etc. And thus is christ said to inlighten every man; that is, every man that is enlightened, hath his Light from christ:
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which I have chosen to handle, that I may clear the mistake of those who are termed Quakers, who have this text almost perpetually in their speeches and writings, insomuch that in the Catechism of G. F. that is, George Fox, a prime leader of them, this text is almost in every answer to the Questions there propounded, repeated:
which I have chosen to handle, that I may clear the mistake of those who Are termed Quakers, who have this text almost perpetually in their Speeches and writings, insomuch that in the Catechism of G. F. that is, George Fox, a prime leader of them, this text is almost in every answer to the Questions there propounded, repeated:
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To this end, I shall consider, 1. How Christ is light. 2. How he is the true light. 3. How he lighteth. 4. How men come into the world. 5. How farre every man is inlightned that comes into the world with natural light. 6. How all spiritual light is derived from Christ,
To this end, I shall Consider, 1. How christ is Light. 2. How he is the true Light. 3. How he lights. 4. How men come into the world. 5. How Far every man is enlightened that comes into the world with natural Light. 6. How all spiritual Light is derived from christ,
as the light in the aire which shone round about Paul, Act. 26. 13. 3. In the eye by which the objects to be seen are discerned, in which respect the eye is termed the light of the body, Luke 11. 34. Now of all qualities there is none more amiable or desirable.
as the Light in the air which shone round about Paul, Act. 26. 13. 3. In the eye by which the objects to be seen Are discerned, in which respect the eye is termed the Light of the body, Lycia 11. 34. Now of all qualities there is none more amiable or desirable.
Eccl. 11. 7. Truly the light is sweet, and a pleasant thing to behold the Sun. By reason of whose beauty most Nations, who knew not the true God, did imagin the Sun to be God,
Ecclesiastes 11. 7. Truly the Light is sweet, and a pleasant thing to behold the Sun. By reason of whose beauty most nations, who knew not the true God, did imagine the Sun to be God,
or the Moon walking in brightnesse, and mine heart hath been secretly inticed, and my mouth hath kissed my hand, this also were an iniquity to be punished by the Judge:
or the Moon walking in brightness, and mine heart hath been secretly enticed, and my Mouth hath kissed my hand, this also were an iniquity to be punished by the Judge:
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as seeing, and hearing all things, as the common Parent of all sublunary bodies; insomuch that the Peripatetick Philosophy makes the Sun with man, to generate man.
as seeing, and hearing all things, as the Common Parent of all sublunary bodies; insomuch that the Peripatetic Philosophy makes the Sun with man, to generate man.
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The Holy Ghost foretelling the coming of the Messiah, Mal. 4. 2. terms him The Sun of Righteousnesse. And Zacharias speaking of Christ, Luk. 1. 78, 79. saith, Through the bowels of mercy of our God, in which the day-spring or Sun-rising from on high hath visited us, to give light to them that sit in darknesse,
The Holy Ghost foretelling the coming of the Messiah, Malachi 4. 2. terms him The Sun of Righteousness. And Zacharias speaking of christ, Luk. 1. 78, 79. Says, Through the bowels of mercy of our God, in which the dayspring or Sunrising from on high hath visited us, to give Light to them that fit in darkness,
and communicated by him, he is rightly termed the light Now that he hath life in himself at his disposal, is affirmed by him, Joh. 5. 21. As the Father raiseth the dead and quickneth,
and communicated by him, he is rightly termed the Light Now that he hath life in himself At his disposal, is affirmed by him, John 5. 21. As the Father Raiseth the dead and Quickeneth,
Ver. 2. The Prince or Author of life, Act 3. 15. The last Adam was made a quickning Spirit, 1 Cor. 15. 45. which being spoken of the resurrection of the body, it appears that he is the light in respect of natural life,
Ver. 2. The Prince or Author of life, Act 3. 15. The last Adam was made a quickening Spirit, 1 Cor. 15. 45. which being spoken of the resurrection of the body, it appears that he is the Light in respect of natural life,
as well as spiritual, at the first creation, as well as at the future resurrection. As it is certain that some sort of living creatures are produced by the Sun,
as well as spiritual, At the First creation, as well as At the future resurrection. As it is certain that Some sort of living creatures Are produced by the Sun,
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for one Star differeth from another in glory, that is light, 1 Cor. 15. 41. The light which made the face of Moses shine, Exod. 34. 29. is termed 2 Cor 3. 7. the glory of his countenance, and the shining of Christ at his transfiguration, Mat. 17. 2. is termed glory, 2 Pet 1. 17. and thus Christ is Light, that is full of glory and majesty, the Lord of glory, 1 Cor. 2. 8. Even on earth John saith, Chap. 1. 14. And we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father.
for one Star differeth from Another in glory, that is Light, 1 Cor. 15. 41. The Light which made the face of Moses shine, Exod 34. 29. is termed 2 Cor 3. 7. the glory of his countenance, and the shining of christ At his transfiguration, Mathew 17. 2. is termed glory, 2 Pet 1. 17. and thus christ is Light, that is full of glory and majesty, the Lord of glory, 1 Cor. 2. 8. Even on earth John Says, Chap. 1. 14. And we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father.
yet in his preaching there was such glory as made the people astonished, for he taught them as one having authority, Mar. 1. 22. In his Miracles there was glory,
yet in his preaching there was such glory as made the people astonished, for he taught them as one having Authority, Mar. 1. 22. In his Miracles there was glory,
so as that Vers. 27. they were all amazed, insomuch that they questioned among themselves, saying, What thing is this? What new doctrine is this? For with authority he commandeth the unclean spirits, and they do obey him.
so as that Vers. 27. they were all amazed, insomuch that they questioned among themselves, saying, What thing is this? What new Doctrine is this? For with Authority he commands the unclean spirits, and they do obey him.
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and there was a great calm, Mat. 8. 26. These and many more things which appeared in him and were done by him, manifested that he was indeed Light, that is a person of splendour, glory,
and there was a great Cam, Mathew 8. 26. These and many more things which appeared in him and were done by him, manifested that he was indeed Light, that is a person of splendour, glory,
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3. By Light is oft meant peace, Isa. 45. 7. I form the light and create darkness, is expressed in the next words, I make peace and create evil, Jer. 13. 16. While ye look for light, that is peace.
3. By Light is oft meant peace, Isaiah 45. 7. I from the Light and create darkness, is expressed in the next words, I make peace and create evil, Jer. 13. 16. While you look for Light, that is peace.
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and gladness for the upright in heart, Prov. 15. 30. The light of the eyes rejoyceth the heart, Isa. 60. 20. The Lord shall be thine everlasting light,
and gladness for the upright in heart, Curae 15. 30. The Light of the eyes Rejoiceth the heart, Isaiah 60. 20. The Lord shall be thine everlasting Light,
Whence he is stiled the Prince of peace, Isa. 9. 6. our peace, Eph. 2. 14. Peace I leave with you, saith Christ, my peace give I unto you, not as the world giveth give I unto you:
Whence he is styled the Prince of peace, Isaiah 9. 6. our peace, Ephesians 2. 14. Peace I leave with you, Says christ, my peace give I unto you, not as the world gives give I unto you:
Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid, Joh. 14. 27. These things have I spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace, in the world ye shall have tribulation:
Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid, John 14. 27. These things have I spoken unto you, that in me you might have peace, in the world you shall have tribulation:
But be of good chear, I have overcome the world, Joh. 16. 33. That which we have seen and heard, declare we unto you, that ye also may have fellowship with us;
But be of good cheer, I have overcome the world, John 16. 33. That which we have seen and herd, declare we unto you, that you also may have fellowship with us;
so from Christ are all the pleasant apprehensions of peace with God, all the joyfull tast of his favour, all the quickening hopes of heaven, which a Christian soul partakes of.
so from christ Are all the pleasant apprehensions of peace with God, all the joyful taste of his favour, all the quickening hope's of heaven, which a Christian soul partakes of.
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And accordingly God is said to be Light, 1 Joh. 1. 5. that is pure, as it is said, Chap 3. 3. And thus the Lord Christ is Light, being annointed with the oil of gladness above his fellows,
And accordingly God is said to be Light, 1 John 1. 5. that is pure, as it is said, Chap 3. 3. And thus the Lord christ is Light, being anointed with the oil of gladness above his Fellows,
as loving righteousness and hating iniquity, Psal. 45. 7. Heb. 1. 9. He did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth, 1 Pet. 2. 22. He could challenge his most prying adversaries, Joh. 8. 46. Which of you convinceth me of sin?
as loving righteousness and hating iniquity, Psalm 45. 7. Hebrew 1. 9. He did no since, neither was guile found in his Mouth, 1 Pet. 2. 22. He could challenge his most prying Adversaries, John 8. 46. Which of you Convinces me of since?
neither knoweth any man the Father save the Son, and he to whom the Son will reveal him, Mat. 11. 27. Jesus knew all men, neither needed he that any should testifie of man,
neither Knoweth any man the Father save the Son, and he to whom the Son will reveal him, Mathew 11. 27. jesus knew all men, neither needed he that any should testify of man,
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for he knew what was in man, Joh. 2. 24, 25. He knew the thoughts of the Seribes, Mat. 9. 4. He knew Judas would betray him, afore Judas had conceived the treason, Joh. 6. 70, 71. He opened the secret counsels of God, foretold the future troubles of the Jews, persecutions of his Disciples, his own death and resurrection, the preaching of the Gospel,
for he knew what was in man, John 2. 24, 25. He knew the thoughts of the Sermons, Mathew 9. 4. He knew Judas would betray him, afore Judas had conceived the treason, John 6. 70, 71. He opened the secret Counsels of God, foretold the future Troubles of the jews, persecutions of his Disciples, his own death and resurrection, the preaching of the Gospel,
and gathering of his Church over the world, which are accomplished, and the resurrection of the dead at his return to the final judgement, which will be undoubtedly brought to pass in the day of the Lord:
and gathering of his Church over the world, which Are accomplished, and the resurrection of the dead At his return to the final judgement, which will be undoubtedly brought to pass in the day of the Lord:
and the life, Joh. 14. 6. All his words were words of truth, his Gospel the Gospel of truth, Jam. 1. 18. Col. 1. 5. If ye continue in my Word, saith Christ, Joh. 8. 31, 32. then are ye my Disciples indeed.
and the life, John 14. 6. All his words were words of truth, his Gospel the Gospel of truth, Jam. 1. 18. Col. 1. 5. If you continue in my Word, Says christ, John 8. 31, 32. then Are you my Disciples indeed.
7. By Light, favour, and grace, and goodness, and love are meant, Numb. 6. 35. Job 29. 3 Psal. 4. 7. Prov. 16. 15. In the light of the Kings countenance is life,
7. By Light, favour, and grace, and Goodness, and love Are meant, Numb. 6. 35. Job 29. 3 Psalm 4. 7. Curae 16. 15. In the Light of the Kings countenance is life,
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And all bare him witness, and wondred at the gracious words which proceeded out of his mouth, Vers. 22. All his words, looks, deeds (except when he had to do with proud hypocrites,
And all bore him witness, and wondered At the gracious words which proceeded out of his Mouth, Vers. 22. All his words, looks, Deeds (except when he had to do with proud Hypocrites,
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He went about like the Sun doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the Devil, Act. 10. 38. And therefore in this respect is to be termed the Light by excellency.
He went about like the Sun doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil, Act. 10. 38. And Therefore in this respect is to be termed the Light by excellency.
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Grace and truth came by Jesus Christ, John 1. 14. 16, 17. 2. This attribute of light is given to Christ, both in respect of his divine nature, in respect of which it is said, Joh. 1. 4. In him was life, and the life was the light of men, and in respect of his humane, concerning which it is said, Joh. 9. 5. As long as I am in the world, I am the light of the world:
Grace and truth Come by jesus christ, John 1. 14. 16, 17. 2. This attribute of Light is given to christ, both in respect of his divine nature, in respect of which it is said, John 1. 4. In him was life, and the life was the Light of men, and in respect of his humane, Concerning which it is said, John 9. 5. As long as I am in the world, I am the Light of the world:
A man without Christ preached and believed, is like a person in darkness. 1. He is in respect of his estate as a man in the dark, in that he cannot discern his own condition,
A man without christ preached and believed, is like a person in darkness. 1. He is in respect of his estate as a man in the dark, in that he cannot discern his own condition,
nor the keeneness of Gods anger, nor how to remove the one, or to asswage the other. 2. A man without the light of Christ, doth neither know God truly,
nor the keeneness of God's anger, nor how to remove the one, or to assuage the other. 2. A man without the Light of christ, does neither know God truly,
3. A man without Christ his light, is like the Syrians, who were led to Samaria when they imagined they were in Dothan. It's easie for Satan or any deceiver to lead them hell-ward,
3. A man without christ his Light, is like the Syrians, who were led to Samaria when they imagined they were in Dothan. It's easy for Satan or any deceiver to led them hellward,
Any cheat, any errour or delusion may be put on him, that wants Christ to be his light. 4. He that wants light from Christ, is as he that walks in the dark, one while he stumbles here, another time he wanders there:
Any cheat, any error or delusion may be put on him, that Wants christ to be his Light. 4. He that Wants Light from christ, is as he that walks in the dark, one while he stumbles Here, Another time he wanders there:
How full of uncertainty have been the most witty Philosophers, the most skillfull Rabbins, the most acute Papists in their way, following their own reason, or tradition of men!
How full of uncertainty have been the most witty Philosophers, the most skilful Rabbis, the most acute Papists in their Way, following their own reason, or tradition of men!
but he that knows not the way of Christ, nor whereto it tends, is afraid of death and judgement to come, is doubtfull whether he have any interest in God, fears the mention of Hell, of the Devil, of the coming of Christ, turnes Quaker at the sight of an armed man, whines like Adrian the Emperour,
but he that knows not the Way of christ, nor whereto it tends, is afraid of death and judgement to come, is doubtful whither he have any Interest in God, fears the mention of Hell, of the devil, of the coming of christ, turns Quaker At the sighed of an armed man, whines like Adrian the Emperor,
Should not we magnifie the Lord Jesus as the Sun of Righteousnesse? Should not our eyes and our hearts be drawn after him? Sould not our souls adore him? He is the Son of his Fathers love, Col. 1. 14. and should he not be of ours? The Church, the Spouse of Christ saith, he is all desires, Cant. 5. 16. and so doth every soul that knows him.
Should not we magnify the Lord jesus as the Sun of Righteousness? Should not our eyes and our hearts be drawn After him? Should not our Souls adore him? He is the Son of his Father's love, Col. 1. 14. and should he not be of ours? The Church, the Spouse of christ Says, he is all Desires, Cant 5. 16. and so does every soul that knows him.
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He is the highest born Prince, of great Majesty, of most noble disposition, of most loving nature, of incomprehensible beauty, of superlative power, of largest Empire, of most ample riches;
He is the highest born Prince, of great Majesty, of most noble disposition, of most loving nature, of incomprehensible beauty, of superlative power, of Largest Empire, of most ample riches;
Oh then, that we could fall in love with Christ, long after him, remember him with delight, hearken after all the tokens of his appearing, inquire into his walking places!
O then, that we could fallen in love with christ, long After him, Remember him with delight, harken After all the tokens of his appearing, inquire into his walking places!
Shall people travell far, throng much, be at much cost to see a gracious Queen? Shall besotted Papists, take a long and dangerous pilgrimage, to see Christs pretended Vicar,
Shall people travel Far, throng much, be At much cost to see a gracious Queen? Shall besotted Papists, take a long and dangerous pilgrimage, to see Christ pretended Vicar,
Be wise therefore, O ye Princes and people of the world, kiss the Son, worship, love, rejoyce in, wait on, follow the Image of the invisible God, the Heir of all things, in comparison of whom, let all sublunary beauties be as dirt,
Be wise Therefore, Oh you Princes and people of the world, kiss the Son, worship, love, rejoice in, wait on, follow the Image of the invisible God, the Heir of all things, in comparison of whom, let all sublunary beauty's be as dirt,
It is said of him, whose Name is called the Word of God, Revel. 19. 13. that he was called faithfull and true, ver. 11. And in reference to him, it is said, 1 Joh. 2. 8. The true light now shineth.
It is said of him, whose Name is called the Word of God, Revel. 19. 13. that he was called faithful and true, ver. 11. And in Referente to him, it is said, 1 John 2. 8. The true Light now shines.
Now Christ is said to be the true light, 1. In respect of his being, which is usually termed Metaphysick truth. 2. In respect of his sayings, which is Logick or Moral truth.
Now christ is said to be the true Light, 1. In respect of his being, which is usually termed Metaphysic truth. 2. In respect of his sayings, which is Logic or Moral truth.
that is, were not true lights, meaning this not simply of all, not of Moses, of whom it is said, Isa. 63. 11. Then he remembred the daies of old, Moses and his people, saying, Where is he that brought them up out of the Sea, with the shepherd of his flock? Nor of David, of whom it is said, Psal. 78. 72. That he fed Israel according to he integrity of his heart:
that is, were not true lights, meaning this not simply of all, not of Moses, of whom it is said, Isaiah 63. 11. Then he remembered the days of old, Moses and his people, saying, Where is he that brought them up out of the Sea, with the shepherd of his flock? Nor of David, of whom it is said, Psalm 78. 72. That he fed Israel according to he integrity of his heart:
Such as were the false Prophets among the Jews, the Scribes and Pharisees, and Lawyers, in and asore Christs time, who instead of being sent by God, came of themselves, ran and he sent them not,
Such as were the false prophets among the jews, the Scribes and Pharisees, and Lawyers, in and asore Christ time, who instead of being sent by God, Come of themselves, ran and he sent them not,
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In like sort Paul saith, 2 Cor. 11. 13, 14, 15. For such are salse Apostles, deceitfull workers, transforming themselves into the Apostles of Christ. And no marvell:
In like sort Paul Says, 2 Cor. 11. 13, 14, 15. For such Are salse Apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into the Apostles of christ. And no marvel:
for Satan himself is transformed into an Angel of light, therefore it is no great thing if his Ministers also be transformed as the Ministers of righteousnesse.
for Satan himself is transformed into an Angel of Light, Therefore it is no great thing if his Ministers also be transformed as the Ministers of righteousness.
But the Lord Christ came from the Father, John 16. 28. was sent by him, Joh. 17. 3. He spake not of himself, but the Father which sent him, gave him Commandement what he should say and what he should speak:
But the Lord christ Come from the Father, John 16. 28. was sent by him, John 17. 3. He spoke not of himself, but the Father which sent him, gave him Commandment what he should say and what he should speak:
whatsoever he spake therefore, even as the Father said unto him so he spake, Joh. 12. 49, 50. So that he was not a light by usurpation, imposture, disguise or transformation,
whatsoever he spoke Therefore, even as the Father said unto him so he spoke, John 12. 49, 50. So that he was not a Light by usurpation, imposture, disguise or transformation,
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that is, not only of that shadowy Tabernacle, which was only a parable or figure for the time present, as the expression is, Heb. 9. 9. but the reall Tabernacle,
that is, not only of that shadowy Tabernacle, which was only a parable or figure for the time present, as the expression is, Hebrew 9. 9. but the real Tabernacle,
In like manner there were lights in the Tabernacle, there were lamps and lights of pure oyl burning in the Tabernacle, there was fire at the Altar, which at first came down from Heaven,
In like manner there were lights in the Tabernacle, there were lamps and lights of pure oil burning in the Tabernacle, there was fire At the Altar, which At First Come down from Heaven,
and these were shadows of things to come, but the body is of Christ, Col. 2. 17. And in this sense also truth came by Jesus Christ, Joh. 1. 17. There is mention of seven lamps of fire burning before the throne, which are the seven Spirits of God, Rev. 4. 5. But this hinders not,
and these were shadows of things to come, but the body is of christ, Col. 2. 17. And in this sense also truth Come by jesus christ, John 1. 17. There is mention of seven lamps of fire burning before the throne, which Are the seven Spirits of God, Rev. 4. 5. But this hinders not,
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and the making ready the Sacrifice that it might be accepted with God, was most truly verified of Jesus Christ, through whom we now worship the Father in spirit and truth, Joh. 4. 23, 24. and our spiritual sacrifices are acceptable to God, 1 Pet. 2. 5.
and the making ready the Sacrifice that it might be accepted with God, was most truly verified of jesus christ, through whom we now worship the Father in Spirit and truth, John 4. 23, 24. and our spiritual Sacrifices Are acceptable to God, 1 Pet. 2. 5.
'Tis true, John Baptist is said to be a burning and a shining light, Joh. 5. 35. And the word of the Prophets is termed a light shining in a dark place, 2 Pet. 1. 19. And Christ saith of his Apostles, Mat. 5. 14. they were the light of the world.
It's true, John Baptist is said to be a burning and a shining Light, John 5. 35. And the word of the prophets is termed a Light shining in a dark place, 2 Pet. 1. 19. And christ Says of his Apostles, Mathew 5. 14. they were the Light of the world.
and hath declared him, Joh 1. 18. as NONLATINALPHABET, one that himself saw him, and who received not the Spirit by measure, and therefore spake the words of God above others, Joh. 3. 35. As in like manner we are lights, who now preach the Gospel,
and hath declared him, John 1. 18. as, one that himself saw him, and who received not the Spirit by measure, and Therefore spoke the words of God above Others, John 3. 35. As in like manner we Are lights, who now preach the Gospel,
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and a light unto my path, saith the Psalmist, Psal. 119. 105. Yet in comparison of the Gospel of Glory of Christ, who is the Image of God, 2 Cor. 4. 4. it is scarce to be termed light,
and a Light unto my path, Says the Psalmist, Psalm 119. 105. Yet in comparison of the Gospel of Glory of christ, who is the Image of God, 2 Cor. 4. 4. it is scarce to be termed Light,
but as the Star-light is as no light when the Sun is risen, so even that which was made glorious, to wit, the giving of the Law, had no glory in this respect by reason of the glory that excelleth, 2 Cor. 3. 10. That is, in comparison of the Gospel, which is as the day-star, and Sun-rising, 2 Pet. 1. 19.
but as the Starlight is as no Light when the Sun is risen, so even that which was made glorious, to wit, the giving of the Law, had no glory in this respect by reason of the glory that excels, 2 Cor. 3. 10. That is, in comparison of the Gospel, which is as the daystar, and Sunrising, 2 Pet. 1. 19.
when the Apostles, by their preaching, were lights of the world, yet they received from Christ that which they declared, 1 Joh. 1. 2, 3. And those Believers who were brought to the knowledge of Christ among the Corinthians, 2 Cor. 3. 3. are said to be the Epistle of Christ ministred by the Apostles.
when the Apostles, by their preaching, were lights of the world, yet they received from christ that which they declared, 1 John 1. 2, 3. And those Believers who were brought to the knowledge of christ among the Corinthians, 2 Cor. 3. 3. Are said to be the Epistle of christ ministered by the Apostles.
[ True ] is taken for that which is perfect, which attains the end, to which nothing is wanting requisite to the use of riches, Luk. 16. 11. opposite to the Mammon of unrighteousnesse, which is defective, not sufficient to make a man happy.
[ True ] is taken for that which is perfect, which attains the end, to which nothing is wanting requisite to the use of riches, Luk. 16. 11. opposite to the Mammon of unrighteousness, which is defective, not sufficient to make a man happy.
Now Christ is the true or perfect light, 1. Because he is the highest light, the rising-Sun, or day-spring from on high, or the height, to wit, of Heaven, Luk. 1. 78. A light placed on high,
Now christ is the true or perfect Light, 1. Because he is the highest Light, the rising-Sun, or dayspring from on high, or the height, to wit, of Heaven, Luk. 1. 78. A Light placed on high,
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The Original of Christ being a light, which came from God, that was from above, Joh. 8. 23. makes him the more conspicuous and greater light. 2. The light which is universal, is a more perfect light then that which is a light to one part onely,
The Original of christ being a Light, which Come from God, that was from above, John 8. 23. makes him the more conspicuous and greater Light. 2. The Light which is universal, is a more perfect Light then that which is a Light to one part only,
and there is nothing hid from the heat thereof, Psal. 19. 6. Now Christ is the light of the world, Joh. 8. 12. Not only the glory of the people of Israel,
and there is nothing hid from the heat thereof, Psalm 19. 6. Now christ is the Light of the world, John 8. 12. Not only the glory of the people of Israel,
or nescience, which might disable him from inlightning those, that sit in darknesse, and guiding their feet into the way of peace, Luk. 1. 79. which is the chief use of the heavenly light of Christ. 4. He is a perpetual light.
or nescience, which might disable him from enlightening those, that fit in darkness, and guiding their feet into the Way of peace, Luk. 1. 79. which is the chief use of the heavenly Light of christ. 4. He is a perpetual Light.
but holy men of God spake as they were carried or moved by the holy Ghost, 2 Pet. 1. 21. And the Apostles did not alwaies speak by the Spirit, Peter was to be blamed when he compelled the Gentiles to live as do the Jews, Gal. 2. 11, 14. to him whom Christ said, Mat. 16. 18. Thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my Church, he after said, ver. 23. Get thee behind me Satan, thou art an offence unto me:
but holy men of God spoke as they were carried or moved by the holy Ghost, 2 Pet. 1. 21. And the Apostles did not always speak by the Spirit, Peter was to be blamed when he compelled the Gentiles to live as do the jews, Gal. 2. 11, 14. to him whom christ said, Mathew 16. 18. Thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will built my Church, he After said, ver. 23. Get thee behind me Satan, thou art an offence unto me:
But it was otherwise with Christ, his knowledge was habitual, alwaies ready in every thing he was to speak to, never deficient, he needed not that any should testifie of man, Ioh. 2. 25. He spake what he had seen and heard, Ioh. 3. 32. we speak that we do know,
But it was otherwise with christ, his knowledge was habitual, always ready in every thing he was to speak to, never deficient, he needed not that any should testify of man, John 2. 25. He spoke what he had seen and herd, John 3. 32. we speak that we do know,
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Zech. 1. 5. Your Fathers where are they? And the Prophets, do they live for ever? 2 Pet. 1. 14. Knowing that shortly I must put off this my tabernacle,
Zechariah 1. 5. Your Father's where Are they? And the prophets, do they live for ever? 2 Pet. 1. 14. Knowing that shortly I must put off this my tabernacle,
and gave gifts unto men, ver. 10. He that descended, is the same also that ascended farre above all Heavens, that he might fill all things, to wit, with his light;
and gave Gifts unto men, ver. 10. He that descended, is the same also that ascended Far above all Heavens, that he might fill all things, to wit, with his Light;
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And then shall Christ shine more gloriously in his day, and with him the righteous shall shine forth as the Sun in the Kingdom of their Father, Matth. 13. 43. And then shall the Lord be to them an everlasting light, and their God their glory, Isa. 60. 19.
And then shall christ shine more gloriously in his day, and with him the righteous shall shine forth as the Sun in the Kingdom of their Father, Matthew 13. 43. And then shall the Lord be to them an everlasting Light, and their God their glory, Isaiah 60. 19.
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As he is termed the true bread which was from Heaven, Ioh. 6. 32. because he giveth life to the world, ver. 33. He that eateth of this bread shall live for ever, ver. 58. And as he is termed the true vine, Ioh. 15. 1. Because he yeilds fruit as a vine,
As he is termed the true bred which was from Heaven, John 6. 32. Because he gives life to the world, ver. 33. He that Eateth of this bred shall live for ever, ver. 58. And as he is termed the true vine, John 15. 1. Because he yields fruit as a vine,
neither is he ever extinguished, but so shines, as that whosoever follows him, shall be directed aright in his way, be guided into the way of peace, Luk. 7. 79. With thee, saith the Psalmist, Psal. 36. 9. is the fountain of life:
neither is he ever extinguished, but so shines, as that whosoever follows him, shall be directed aright in his Way, be guided into the Way of peace, Luk. 7. 79. With thee, Says the Psalmist, Psalm 36. 9. is the fountain of life:
yet not striking dead, nor casting down, nor blinding, but rather an erecting light, a clearing light, a directing light, an enlivening, and inlightning light;
yet not striking dead, nor casting down, nor blinding, but rather an erecting Light, a clearing Light, a directing Light, an enlivening, and enlightening Light;
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and the truth he spake according to his mind, which is moral truth. 1. He could freely say, John 8. 14. Though I bear record of my self, yet my record is true:
and the truth he spoke according to his mind, which is moral truth. 1. He could freely say, John 8. 14. Though I bear record of my self, yet my record is true:
and with such evidence of all freedom from imposture and acquaintance with Satan, that even those who followed not Christ, did in his Name cast out Devils, Luk. 10. 49, 50. And by this he refuted, Luk. 11. 19. the Pharisees, who imputed his casting out Devils, to an assistance of the Prince of the Devils. 2. By the concomitants and consequents of his lifting up, which was his death on the crosse, Joh. 11. 32, 33. For, 1. The prediction of it, with the fulfilling thereof, shewed he spake from God, whose property it is to foretell future contingents as certain. 2. The things themselves proved him to come from God. 1. The wonderfull accidents that hapned at his death, Mat. 27. 54. the renting of the Vcil of the Temple,
and with such evidence of all freedom from imposture and acquaintance with Satan, that even those who followed not christ, did in his Name cast out Devils, Luk. 10. 49, 50. And by this he refuted, Luk. 11. 19. the Pharisees, who imputed his casting out Devils, to an assistance of the Prince of the Devils. 2. By the concomitants and consequents of his lifting up, which was his death on the cross, John 11. 32, 33. For, 1. The prediction of it, with the fulfilling thereof, showed he spoke from God, whose property it is to foretell future contingents as certain. 2. The things themselves proved him to come from God. 1. The wonderful accidents that happened At his death, Mathew 27. 54. the renting of the Vcil of the Temple,
and appeared to many in Jerusalem, manifest by the many and undoubted signs thereof to many persons many times proves his descent from God. 3. The giving of the Spirit on the great day of Pentecost, in the sight of Proselytes from all Countries, which was also done by Apostles in other places, together with many Miracles in his Name, proved that he taught the truth he received from the Father. 4. The dispossessing of Satan of his Empire in the worship of Idols,
and appeared to many in Jerusalem, manifest by the many and undoubted Signs thereof to many Persons many times Proves his descent from God. 3. The giving of the Spirit on the great day of Pentecost, in the sighed of Proselytes from all Countries, which was also done by Apostles in other places, together with many Miracles in his Name, proved that he taught the truth he received from the Father. 4. The dispossessing of Satan of his Empire in the worship of Idols,
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as he foretold, Joh. 12. 31, 32. in which was part of the great mystery of Godlinesse, 1 Tim. 3 16. which we at this day see accomplished, together with many other Prophecies of the destruction of Jerusalem, its treading down of the Gentiles, the Preaching of the Gospel over all the world, the calamities of the Jews, the persecution of the Christians, with other things, Matth. 24. Luk. 21. and elsewhere, abundantly demonstrate that he was the true light which came down from Heaven, in respect of the Doctrine he taught, and words he spake.
as he foretold, John 12. 31, 32. in which was part of the great mystery of Godliness, 1 Tim. 3 16. which we At this day see accomplished, together with many other Prophecies of the destruction of Jerusalem, its treading down of the Gentiles, the Preaching of the Gospel over all the world, the calamities of the jews, the persecution of the Christians, with other things, Matthew 24. Luk. 21. and elsewhere, abundantly demonstrate that he was the true Light which Come down from Heaven, in respect of the Doctrine he taught, and words he spoke.
or glorious atchievements of war, or any thing that tends to exalt man, but such Precepts and Revelations as make man spiritual, heavenly, wise, like unto God.
or glorious achievements of war, or any thing that tends to exalt man, but such Precepts and Revelations as make man spiritual, heavenly, wise, like unto God.
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like to the wily old Serpent, but solid and weighty, concerning peace with God, conversion unto him, denying our selves, taking up our Crosse, following of Christ in patience contentednesse, meeknesse, humility,
like to the wily old Serpent, but solid and weighty, Concerning peace with God, conversion unto him, denying our selves, taking up our Cross, following of christ in patience contentedness, meekness, humility,
All that Christ spake, it was to comfort the humble and afflicted soul, Luk. 4. 18. to ease the burthened, Matth. 11. 28. to direct them to God, to reform the evils in Gods worship, to take men off from covetousnesse, hypocrisie,
All that christ spoke, it was to Comfort the humble and afflicted soul, Luk. 4. 18. to ease the burdened, Matthew 11. 28. to Direct them to God, to reform the evils in God's worship, to take men off from covetousness, hypocrisy,
and such evils as are pernicious, to believe in God, to love each other, to lay up our treasure in Heaven, not to be excessively carefull for the things of this life, with whatever else might bring men nigh to God,
and such evils as Are pernicious, to believe in God, to love each other, to lay up our treasure in Heaven, not to be excessively careful for the things of this life, with whatever Else might bring men High to God,
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And accordingly so were and are the effects, regeneration or new birth, rejoycing in God, mortification of the deeds of the body, comfort in tribulation, a life of faith, love to the Brethren in Christ,
And accordingly so were and Are the effects, regeneration or new birth, rejoicing in God, mortification of the Deeds of the body, Comfort in tribulation, a life of faith, love to the Brothers in christ,
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Lastly, That in respect of his sincerity or moral truth he was the true light, it is manifest in that as he said to the Jews, he sought not his own will,
Lastly, That in respect of his sincerity or moral truth he was the true Light, it is manifest in that as he said to the jews, he sought not his own will,
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but the will of the Father which sent him, Joh 5. 30. That he sought not his own glory, Joh. 8. 50. Which appears in that he sometimes forbad the spreading of his fame, withdrew himself when they would have made him King, Joh. 6. 15. was content to be deprived of ordinary conveniencies, Luk. 9. 58. In a word, made himself of no reputation,
but the will of the Father which sent him, John 5. 30. That he sought not his own glory, John 8. 50. Which appears in that he sometime forbade the spreading of his fame, withdrew himself when they would have made him King, John 6. 15. was content to be deprived of ordinary Conveniences, Luk. 9. 58. In a word, made himself of no reputation,
Sect. 8. Application by way of Vindication of our selves from the Accusation of Quakers, as if we denied the Light, John 1. 9. and warning to shun false Lights.
Sect. 8. Application by Way of Vindication of our selves from the Accusation of Quakers, as if we denied the Light, John 1. 9. and warning to shun false Lights.
None that I have seen, is more profuse and frequent in these charges then G. F. that is, George Fox, in his Catechism, who saith, p. 7 Toat neither the Jews nor Christians, do believe in the light, which doth inlighten every man that cometh into the world,
None that I have seen, is more profuse and frequent in these charges then G. F. that is, George Fox, in his Catechism, who Says, p. 7 Toat neither the jews nor Christians, do believe in the Light, which does inlighten every man that comes into the world,
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P. 9. he saith, Teachers by the will of man (meaning publique Preachers in England) and Professors say, that Christ doth not inlighten every one that cometh into the world, and they deny Christ.
P. 9. he Says, Teachers by the will of man (meaning public Preachers in England) and Professors say, that christ does not inlighten every one that comes into the world, and they deny christ.
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But frequently in the same paper, he terms such as acknowledge not the light, which he imagins every one hath, Antichrists, Deceivers, not Teachers of Christ,
But frequently in the same paper, he terms such as acknowledge not the Light, which he imagins every one hath, Antichrists, Deceivers, not Teachers of christ,
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yet they do not, or will not understand this difference, but confound the light inlightning (which is indeed Christ) with the light within each man, which they term Christ,
yet they do not, or will not understand this difference, but confound the Light enlightening (which is indeed christ) with the Light within each man, which they term christ,
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as if a man must deny the Sun to be light, who doth deny the light to be in blind Bartimaeus his eyes And yet we do not deny the light which is in every man that cometh into the world, only we deny the sufficiency of it self, without Scripture, preaching,
as if a man must deny the Sun to be Light, who does deny the Light to be in blind Bartimaeus his eyes And yet we do not deny the Light which is in every man that comes into the world, only we deny the sufficiency of it self, without Scripture, preaching,
Again, because we call the Scriptures a light, and the Preachers lights, therefore they exclaim against us as if we denied Christ the light, and the light within.
Again, Because we call the Scriptures a Light, and the Preachers lights, Therefore they exclaim against us as if we denied christ the Light, and the Light within.
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and the Sun inlightens the eyes, therefore he that calls the Moon a light, or a torch or candle a light, denies the Sun to be the light that inlightens all the world,
and the Sun inlightens the eyes, Therefore he that calls the Moon a Light, or a torch or candle a Light, Denies the Sun to be the Light that inlightens all the world,
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Sure these men, while they thus, I cannot say argue, but clamour, give occasion to sober men, to question whether they be not of those that come into world without light, that have no light in them,
Sure these men, while they thus, I cannot say argue, but clamour, give occasion to Sobrium men, to question whither they be not of those that come into world without Light, that have no Light in them,
and while they except against the light of the Scriptures, and the Word preached, under pretence of Christ being the Word, they put darknesse for light, in that they make the natural light in each man, which is but darknesse in spirituals,
and while they except against the Light of the Scriptures, and the Word preached, under pretence of christ being the Word, they put darkness for Light, in that they make the natural Light in each man, which is but darkness in spirituals,
He that rejecteth ms, and receiveth not my words, hath one that judgeth him, saith Christ, John 12. 48. And where to find Christs words if not in Scripture I know not, which while men leave,
He that rejecteth ms, and receives not my words, hath one that Judgeth him, Says christ, John 12. 48. And where to find Christ words if not in Scripture I know not, which while men leave,
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Be perswaded therefore as you desire your safety, to make use of Christ the true light indeed, not in that sense in which Fanaticks call Christ the light in them, which is not the true Christ or true light (who is in heaven,
Be persuaded Therefore as you desire your safety, to make use of christ the true Light indeed, not in that sense in which Fanatics call christ the Light in them, which is not the true christ or true Light (who is in heaven,
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but shines forth in the Scriptures, and the explaining and preaching the doctrine which is contained in them) but a meer phantasme or foolish fire, which serves not to guide but to delude men.
but shines forth in the Scriptures, and the explaining and preaching the Doctrine which is contained in them) but a mere phantasm or foolish fire, which serves not to guide but to delude men.
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For explication of which, it will be requisite that I shew, 1. With what light Christ doth enlighten. 2. Whence it is. 3. By what meanes he doth enlighten. 4. Why he doth enlighten.
For explication of which, it will be requisite that I show, 1. With what Light christ does enlighten. 2. Whence it is. 3. By what means he does enlighten. 4. Why he does enlighten.
Of the light or life of these beings, it is to be conceived that the word which was in the beginning with God, was the cause, according to that of the Evangelist, Joh. 1. 3. All things were made by him,
Of the Light or life of these beings, it is to be conceived that the word which was in the beginning with God, was the cause, according to that of the Evangelist, John 1. 3. All things were made by him,
and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones or dominions, or principalities or powers, all things were created by him and for him.
and that Are in earth, visible and invisible, whither they be thrones or Dominions, or principalities or Powers, all things were created by him and for him.
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And he is before all things, and by him all things consist, Col. 1. 16, 17. And to like purpose it is said, Heb. 1. 2, 3. By whom also he made the worlds,
And he is before all things, and by him all things consist, Col. 1. 16, 17. And to like purpose it is said, Hebrew 1. 2, 3. By whom also he made the world's,
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and anointed for the recovery of man sallen by sinne. 1. There is the light of the knowledge of the glory of God, which is by the enlightening that is in the face or person of Jesus Christ, as Paul expresseth it, 2 Cor. 4. 6. Whereby it is that we see as through a glass the glory of the Lord with unveiled face, 2 Cor. 3. 18. Not as it was with Israel, when they could not look on Moses without a veil over his face, as it is ver. 7. 13. Till Christ appeared in the flesh, the Gentiles were darkness.
and anointed for the recovery of man sallen by sin. 1. There is the Light of the knowledge of the glory of God, which is by the enlightening that is in the face or person of jesus christ, as Paul Expresses it, 2 Cor. 4. 6. Whereby it is that we see as through a glass the glory of the Lord with unveiled face, 2 Cor. 3. 18. Not as it was with Israel, when they could not look on Moses without a veil over his face, as it is for. 7. 13. Till christ appeared in the Flesh, the Gentiles were darkness.
Paul saith of the Galatians, Gal. 4. 8. Howbeit then when ye knew not God, ye did service unto them which by nature are no Gods. Of the Ephesians, Ye were once darkness,
Paul Says of the Galatians, Gal. 4. 8. Howbeit then when you knew not God, you did service unto them which by nature Are no God's Of the Ephesians, You were once darkness,
as ye were led, 1 Cor. 12. 2. The Jews also had their mindes blinded, the vail remained untaken away in the reading of the old Testament, which vail is done away in Christ, 2 Cor. 3. 14. The being of the true God was so little known to the Gentiles, till Christ appeared to be a light to the Gentiles, that they were not only without God in the world, Eph. 2. 12. Insomuch that the Athenians themselves, sensible of their ignorance of him, inscribed their Altar thus, To the unknown God, Act. 17. 23. confessing God was unknown of them:
as you were led, 1 Cor. 12. 2. The jews also had their minds blinded, the Vail remained untaken away in the reading of the old Testament, which Vail is done away in christ, 2 Cor. 3. 14. The being of the true God was so little known to the Gentiles, till christ appeared to be a Light to the Gentiles, that they were not only without God in the world, Ephesians 2. 12. Insomuch that the Athenians themselves, sensible of their ignorance of him, inscribed their Altar thus, To the unknown God, Act. 17. 23. confessing God was unknown of them:
but creatures made to serve them, being imparted unto all nations under the whole heaven by God, Deut. 4. 19. Yea and under divers resemblances, the meaner sort of living creatures, Rom. 1. 23. And dead men,
but creatures made to serve them, being imparted unto all Nations under the Whole heaven by God, Deuteronomy 4. 19. Yea and under diverse resemblances, the meaner sort of living creatures, Rom. 1. 23. And dead men,
and thereby hath enlightened the Jews. And this enlightening is proper to him who tells us, Mat. 11. 27. All things are delivered unto me of my Father,
and thereby hath enlightened the jews. And this enlightening is proper to him who tells us, Mathew 11. 27. All things Are Delivered unto me of my Father,
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2. There is a light of peace with God, which is by Christ, who is our peace, reconciling both Jews and Gentiles in one body by the cross, having slain the enmity thereby, Ephes. 2. 14. 16, This is that peace which Christ calls his peace, which he promiseth to his Apostles, Joh. 14. 27. where he saith, Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you, not as the world giveth give I unto you, let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
2. There is a Light of peace with God, which is by christ, who is our peace, reconciling both jews and Gentiles in one body by the cross, having slave the enmity thereby, Ephesians 2. 14. 16, This is that peace which christ calls his peace, which he promises to his Apostles, John 14. 27. where he Says, Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you, not as the world gives give I unto you, let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
and not only so, but they glory in tribulations also, Rom. 5. 1, 2, 3. This peace of God which passeth all understanding, keeping as a guard their hearts and mindes through Christ Jesus, Phil. 4. 7. Hence it hath come to pass, that even when the wicked are driven away in their wickedness as with a storm, yet the righteous hath hope in his death, Prov. 14. 32. As Oecolampadius when his light failed him near his death, told them about him, that he had light enough within him.
and not only so, but they glory in tribulations also, Rom. 5. 1, 2, 3. This peace of God which passes all understanding, keeping as a guard their hearts and minds through christ jesus, Philip 4. 7. Hence it hath come to pass, that even when the wicked Are driven away in their wickedness as with a storm, yet the righteous hath hope in his death, Curae 14. 32. As Oecolampadius when his Light failed him near his death, told them about him, that he had Light enough within him.
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Hereby the holy Martyrs and Confessors when the heavens were black over them, the rage, frowns, threats, tortures of tyrants, violently rushed upon them;
Hereby the holy Martyrs and Confessors when the heavens were black over them, the rage, frowns, Treats, tortures of Tyrants, violently rushed upon them;
or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? Nay in all these things we are mare then conquerours through him that loved us.
or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? Nay in all these things we Are mare then conquerors through him that loved us.
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nor things present, nor things to come, nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
nor things present, nor things to come, nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in christ jesus our Lord.
3. There is yet a higher and more illustrious light from Christ, to wit the light of glory, which is termed by the Apostle Paul, Col. 1. 12. the inheritance of the Saints in light, and by our Lord Christ, Joh. 8. 12. the light of life, which is that eternal life, which is said to be the gift of God through Jesus Christ our Lord, Rom. 6. 23. This is that blessed light of the new Jerusalem, which hath no need of the Sun,
3. There is yet a higher and more illustrious Light from christ, to wit the Light of glory, which is termed by the Apostle Paul, Col. 1. 12. the inheritance of the Saints in Light, and by our Lord christ, John 8. 12. the Light of life, which is that Eternal life, which is said to be the gift of God through jesus christ our Lord, Rom. 6. 23. This is that blessed Light of the new Jerusalem, which hath no need of the Sun,
and the Lamb is the light thereof, and the nation of them that are saved shall walk in the light of it, Rev. 21. 23, 24. Of this light the glorified Saints shall be fully partakers at the resurrection,
and the Lamb is the Light thereof, and the Nation of them that Are saved shall walk in the Light of it, Rev. 21. 23, 24. Of this Light the glorified Saints shall be Fully partakers At the resurrection,
when the righteous shall shine forth as the Sun in the Kingdome of their Father, Mat. 13. 43. Their vile body, or body of debasement, shall be changed by the Lord Jesus Christ, that it may be fashioned like unto his glorious body, Phil. 3. 21. which is now more glorious then it was on the Mount, Mat. 17. 2. and yet then he was transfigured, and his face did shine as the Sun,
when the righteous shall shine forth as the Sun in the Kingdom of their Father, Mathew 13. 43. Their vile body, or body of debasement, shall be changed by the Lord jesus christ, that it may be fashioned like unto his glorious body, Philip 3. 21. which is now more glorious then it was on the Mount, Mathew 17. 2. and yet then he was transfigured, and his face did shine as the Sun,
or gloomy day, but perpetual light and serenity, everlasting joy shall be upon their heads; all clouds of fear, sorrow, ignorance, despair, disquietnesse shall fly away.
or gloomy day, but perpetual Light and serenity, everlasting joy shall be upon their Heads; all Clouds of Fear, sorrow, ignorance, despair, disquietness shall fly away.
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2. The natural light that all creatures have in their several kinds, is from that natural power which Christ Jesus hath as the Son of God, by whom he made the worlds, who being the brightnesse of glory,
2. The natural Light that all creatures have in their several Kinds, is from that natural power which christ jesus hath as the Son of God, by whom he made the world's, who being the brightness of glory,
and the characteo or expresse Image of his person or substance, bears or upholds all things by the word of his power, Heb. 1. 2, 3. To this purpose tends the speech of Christ, Joh. 5. 17. My Father worketh hitherto and I work, from whence the Jews gathered, that he termed God his own Father, making himself equal with God, ver. 18. to which Christ answers, ver. 19. Verily, verily, I say to you, the Son can do nothing of himself,
and the characteo or express Image of his person or substance, bears or upholds all things by the word of his power, Hebrew 1. 2, 3. To this purpose tends the speech of christ, John 5. 17. My Father works hitherto and I work, from whence the jews gathered, that he termed God his own Father, making himself equal with God, ver. 18. to which christ answers, ver. 19. Verily, verily, I say to you, the Son can do nothing of himself,
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as by special Commission delegated by his Father, sealed, sanctified, and sent into the world, whereby he was made the light of the world, according to what he saith, Joh. 9. 5. As long as I am in the world, I am the light of the world.
as by special Commission delegated by his Father, sealed, sanctified, and sent into the world, whereby he was made the Light of the world, according to what he Says, John 9. 5. As long as I am in the world, I am the Light of the world.
The administration of the affairs belonging to the Kingdom of God, was committed to him for inlightening, governing, protecting, delivering, raising up from the dead,
The administration of the affairs belonging to the Kingdom of God, was committed to him for enlightening, governing, protecting, delivering, raising up from the dead,
but the will of him that sent him, Joh. 6. 38. And it is said by Zacharias, Luk. 1. 78. The day spring from on high hath visited us, to give light to them that sit in darknesse.
but the will of him that sent him, John 6. 38. And it is said by Zacharias, Luk. 1. 78. The day spring from on high hath visited us, to give Light to them that fit in darkness.
or by mediation of others. 1. Christ in the daies of his flesh, or as it is expressed John 9. 5. As long as he was in the world, was the light of the world.
or by mediation of Others. 1. christ in the days of his Flesh, or as it is expressed John 9. 5. As long as he was in the world, was the Light of the world.
and healing all manner of sicknesse, and all manner of disease among the people, Mat. 4. 23. When he preached in the house, there was such resort to him, that his Mother and Brethren could not come at him by reason of the presse,
and healing all manner of sickness, and all manner of disease among the people, Mathew 4. 23. When he preached in the house, there was such resort to him, that his Mother and Brothers could not come At him by reason of the press,
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and the whole multitude stood on the shore, and he taught them many things by Parables, Mat. 13. 1, 2, 3. After he had been in a desert a while, when he came out, seeing much people, was moved with compassion toward them,
and the Whole multitude stood on the shore, and he taught them many things by Parables, Mathew 13. 1, 2, 3. After he had been in a desert a while, when he Come out, seeing much people, was moved with compassion towards them,
because they were as sheep not having a Shepherd, and he began to teach them many things, Mark. 6. 34. He was wont to go to the Mount of Olives to pray, Luk. 22. 39. And early in the morning he came again into the temple,
Because they were as sheep not having a Shepherd, and he began to teach them many things, Mark. 6. 34. He was wont to go to the Mount of Olive to pray, Luk. 22. 39. And early in the morning he Come again into the temple,
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and to them which sate in the region and shadow of death, light sprang up, Mat. 4. 16. Thus Jesus Christ hath abolished death, and brought immortality and life to light by the Gospel, 2 Tim. 1. 10. 2. Christ was a light also by his Example.
and to them which sat in the region and shadow of death, Light sprang up, Mathew 4. 16. Thus jesus christ hath abolished death, and brought immortality and life to Light by the Gospel, 2 Tim. 1. 10. 2. christ was a Light also by his Exampl.
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None so full of love, goodnesse, meeknesse, patience, humility, contentedesse, obedience, innocence, quietnesse, holy zeal, courage, diligence in his work, self-denial, heavenlynesse, faith, hope in God,
None so full of love, Goodness, meekness, patience, humility, contentedesse, Obedience, innocence, quietness, holy zeal, courage, diligence in his work, self-denial, heavenlynesse, faith, hope in God,
when he suffered, he threatned not, but committed himself to him that judgeth righteously, 1 Per. 2. 22, 23. The real of Gods house did eat him up, Joh. 2. 17. It was his meat do do the will of him that sent him,
when he suffered, he threatened not, but committed himself to him that Judgeth righteously, 1 Per. 2. 22, 23. The real of God's house did eat him up, John 2. 17. It was his meat do do the will of him that sent him,
and to finish his work, Joh. 4. 34. He was the good Shepherd, that laid down his life for his Sheep, Joh. 10. 11. Having loved his own which were in the world, he loved them to the end, Joh. 13. 1. Though he were their Lord and Master,
and to finish his work, John 4. 34. He was the good Shepherd, that laid down his life for his Sheep, John 10. 11. Having loved his own which were in the world, he loved them to the end, John 13. 1. Though he were their Lord and Master,
yet he washed his Disciples feet, ver. 23. 24. Though he was rich, yet for our sakes he became poor, that we through his poverty might be rich, 2 Cor. 8. 9. Being in the form of God, he made himself of no reputation,
yet he washed his Disciples feet, ver. 23. 24. Though he was rich, yet for our sakes he became poor, that we through his poverty might be rich, 2 Cor. 8. 9. Being in the from of God, he made himself of no reputation,
even the death of the crosse, Phil. 2. 6, 7, 8. He pleased not himself, but as it is written, the reproaches of them that reproached God, fell on him, Rom. 15. 3. The Son of man came not to be ministred to,
even the death of the cross, Philip 2. 6, 7, 8. He pleased not himself, but as it is written, the Reproaches of them that reproached God, fell on him, Rom. 15. 3. The Son of man Come not to be ministered to,
and in all other his words and deeds he did shine forth so clearly, that even his enemies could not but acknowledge him to have been a holy and just person:
and in all other his words and Deeds he did shine forth so clearly, that even his enemies could not but acknowledge him to have been a holy and just person:
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3. Christ did inlighten now in this time, as the expression is, Mark. 10. 38. after his resurrection untill the day in which he was taken up, by giving Commandments through the Holy Ghost unto the Apostles whom he had chosen, to whom also he shewed himself alive after his passion, by many infallible proofs, being seen of them fourty daies,
3. christ did inlighten now in this time, as the expression is, Mark. 10. 38. After his resurrection until the day in which he was taken up, by giving commandments through the Holy Ghost unto the Apostles whom he had chosen, to whom also he showed himself alive After his passion, by many infallible proofs, being seen of them fourty days,
and therefore he said, he should take of his, and shew it to them, Joh. 16. 13, 14, 15. Which was accordingly accomplished when the holy Spirit was given to them,
and Therefore he said, he should take of his, and show it to them, John 16. 13, 14, 15. Which was accordingly accomplished when the holy Spirit was given to them,
but the Spirit which is of God, that they might know the things which are freely given them of God, 1 Cor. 2. 12. Because they are Sons, God sends forth the Spirit of his Son into their hearts, crying Abba Father, Gal. 4. 6. 2. By the sending of Apostles and other Teachers into all Nations, of whom in that respect he said, Mat. 5. 14, 15. Ye are the light of the world.
but the Spirit which is of God, that they might know the things which Are freely given them of God, 1 Cor. 2. 12. Because they Are Sons, God sends forth the Spirit of his Son into their hearts, crying Abba Father, Gal. 4. 6. 2. By the sending of Apostles and other Teachers into all nations, of whom in that respect he said, Mathew 5. 14, 15. You Are the Light of the world.
Ephes. 3. 8, 9. Paul saith of himself, To me is this grace given, to inlighten all men, as the word NONLATINALPHABET signifies, being the same which is used Joh. 1. 9. And indeed, Christ when he ascended up on high, led captivity captive,
Ephesians 3. 8, 9. Paul Says of himself, To me is this grace given, to inlighten all men, as the word signifies, being the same which is used John 1. 9. And indeed, christ when he ascended up on high, led captivity captive,
and their words unto the ends of the world, Rom. 10. 18. By which light the unfruitfull works of darknesse, to wit, the w•les of the powers of darknesse, in their Idolatries and other wickednesse, was discovered,
and their words unto the ends of the world, Rom. 10. 18. By which Light the unfruitful works of darkness, to wit, the w•les of the Powers of darkness, in their Idolatries and other wickedness, was discovered,
From whose light succeeding Teachers, by preaching the Gospel, and baptizing Believers, which the Ancients called inlightening, many millions of people through the Romane Empire,
From whose Light succeeding Teachers, by preaching the Gospel, and baptizing Believers, which the Ancients called enlightening, many millions of people through the Roman Empire,
and these Teachers are termed Starres in Christs right hand, Rev. 1. 20. Lastly, In the world to come, as the phrase of Christ is, Mark. 10. 30. As the lightening that lighteneth out of the one part under Heaven, shineth unto the other part under Heaven:
and these Teachers Are termed Stars in Christ right hand, Rev. 1. 20. Lastly, In the world to come, as the phrase of christ is, Mark. 10. 30. As the lightning that lighteneth out of the one part under Heaven, shines unto the other part under Heaven:
As the Prince of darknesse disguiseth himself, puts on the form of a Serpent, or Samuel; loves to act in the night, to keep men in ignorance and blindnesse, it being the way most agreeable to his Kingdom, which is the Kingdom of darknesse:
As the Prince of darkness disguiseth himself, puts on the from of a Serpent, or Samuel; loves to act in the night, to keep men in ignorance and blindness, it being the Way most agreeable to his Kingdom, which is the Kingdom of darkness:
His birth was manifested by a Starre, Mat. 2. 2. he being the Star that should come out of Jacob, as Balaam foretold, Numb. 24. 17. And there was darknesse over all the Land at his death,
His birth was manifested by a Star, Mathew 2. 2. he being the Star that should come out of Jacob, as balaam foretold, Numb. 24. 17. And there was darkness over all the Land At his death,
His life and practice also was so illustrious and open, that he could boldly appeal to his adversaries own testimony of him, Which of you convinceth me of sin? Joh. 8. 46.
His life and practice also was so illustrious and open, that he could boldly appeal to his Adversaries own testimony of him, Which of you Convinces me of since? John 8. 46.
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and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised, Luk. 4. 18. According to the Prediction, Isa. 60. 1, 2, 3. Arise, be inlightened, for thy light cometh,
and recovering of sighed to the blind, to Set At liberty them that Are Bruised, Luk. 4. 18. According to the Prediction, Isaiah 60. 1, 2, 3. Arise, be enlightened, for thy Light comes,
and dwelt among men, (and they beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father) full of grace and truth, John 1. 14. And to this end did he appear to John, Revel. 1. 13. cloathed with a garment down to the foot,
and dwelled among men, (and they beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father) full of grace and truth, John 1. 14. And to this end did he appear to John, Revel. 1. 13. clothed with a garment down to the foot,
and his countenance was as the Sun shineth in his strength, ver. 14, 15, 16. His last glorious appearing, as it is termed, Tit. 2. 13. shall be with his mighty Angels in flaming fire, 2 Thes. 1. 7, 8, 10. When he shall come to be glorified in his Saints,
and his countenance was as the Sun shines in his strength, ver. 14, 15, 16. His last glorious appearing, as it is termed, Tit. 2. 13. shall be with his mighty Angels in flaming fire, 2 Thebes 1. 7, 8, 10. When he shall come to be glorified in his Saints,
From that which hath been said, it follows 1. That there is much cause that we should blesse God for this incomprehensible benefit to men, especially us Gentiles, of raising up Christ to be the inlightening light of the world.
From that which hath been said, it follows 1. That there is much cause that we should bless God for this incomprehensible benefit to men, especially us Gentiles, of raising up christ to be the enlightening Light of the world.
Sure all light which shews to inlighten, and not to amaze, is a great gift. They that have been long blind, or kept in darknesse, and after recover their sight,
Sure all Light which shows to inlighten, and not to amaze, is a great gift. They that have been long blind, or kept in darkness, and After recover their sighed,
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When blind Bartimaeus received his sight, he followed Christ glorifying God, Luk. 18. 43. And shall not we glorifie God, who receive lightfrom Christ, not only to follow him in the way in which he travelled on earth,
When blind Bartimaeus received his sighed, he followed christ glorifying God, Luk. 18. 43. And shall not we Glorify God, who receive lightfrom christ, not only to follow him in the Way in which he traveled on earth,
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and will we not praise God who hath sent his Son from Heaven to be the true inlightening light to guide us to Heaven? Zacharias blessed God, that by his tender mercy the day-spring from on high hath visited us, to give light to them that sit in darknesse,
and will we not praise God who hath sent his Son from Heaven to be the true enlightening Light to guide us to Heaven? Zacharias blessed God, that by his tender mercy the dayspring from on high hath visited us, to give Light to them that fit in darkness,
after his meeting with Christ in the Temple, but blessed God that his eyes had seen his salvation, which he had prepared before the face of all people, a light to lighten the Gentiles,
After his meeting with christ in the Temple, but blessed God that his eyes had seen his salvation, which he had prepared before the face of all people, a Light to lighten the Gentiles,
For what fellowship hath righteousnesse with unrighteousnesse? And what communion hath light with darknesse? And what concord hath Christ with Belial? 2 Cor. 6. 14, 15. Now he that hateth his Brother, is in darknesse,
For what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? And what communion hath Light with darkness? And what concord hath christ with Belial? 2 Cor. 6. 14, 15. Now he that hates his Brother, is in darkness,
but sollow the light of the holy Scriptures? Surely these are not in the light, who are so full of self-boasting of their own perfection, and Pharisee-like, despising others.
but sollow the Light of the holy Scriptures? Surely these Are not in the Light, who Are so full of self-boasting of their own perfection, and Pharisee-like, despising Others.
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Were we in errour, yet in meeknesse those that oppose themselves should be instructed, 2 Tim. 2. 25. if God peradventure will give them repentance to the acknowledging of the truth.
Were we in error, yet in meekness those that oppose themselves should be instructed, 2 Tim. 2. 25. if God Peradventure will give them Repentance to the acknowledging of the truth.
Wherein they failing and following the Prince of darknesse in railing accusations, Iude 9. shew themselves not to be in the light of which they brag, but in darknesse.
Wherein they failing and following the Prince of darkness in railing accusations, Iude 9. show themselves not to be in the Light of which they brag, but in darkness.
and so false Prophets are said to come into the world, or to go out into the world, 1 Joh. 4. 1. And in this sense it is a truth, that Christ coming into the world as a Prophet, Joh. 6. 14. was the true light inlightening: But I gave Reasons against this sense, Serm. 1. Sect. 1. Or coming into the world is meant of humane birth, in the same sense in which it is said, that a man is born into the world, Joh. 16 21. which I conceive meant by Christs going forth from the Father,
and so false prophets Are said to come into the world, or to go out into the world, 1 John 4. 1. And in this sense it is a truth, that christ coming into the world as a Prophet, John 6. 14. was the true Light enlightening: But I gave Reasons against this sense, Sermon 1. Sect. 1. Or coming into the world is meant of humane birth, in the same sense in which it is said, that a man is born into the world, John 16 21. which I conceive meant by Christ going forth from the Father,
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and coming into the world, Joh. 16. 28. And his coming into the world, Heb. 10. 5. Grotius it is true, annot. on Joh. 1. 9. argues from the distinction of being born and coming into the world, Joh. 18. 37. that the coming into the world, is still by shewing himself to the world:
and coming into the world, John 16. 28. And his coming into the world, Hebrew 10. 5. Grotius it is true, Annot. on John 1. 9. argues from the distinction of being born and coming into the world, John 18. 37. that the coming into the world, is still by showing himself to the world:
Which position is true, 1. Because every man is born destitute of spiritual light in the things of God, concerning his duty and the way of salvation. 2. Because every man is liable to death and trouble,
Which position is true, 1. Because every man is born destitute of spiritual Light in the things of God, Concerning his duty and the Way of salvation. 2. Because every man is liable to death and trouble,
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The former of these is to be the more fully confimred, because it overthrows the main position of the Quakers, that every man hath a light within him sufficient to guide him,
The former of these is to be the more Fully confimred, Because it overthrows the main position of the Quakers, that every man hath a Light within him sufficient to guide him,
Sect. 2. Universal corruption at birth, is proved from Joh 3. 6. I shall begin with the words of Christ, Joh. 3. 6. That which is born of the flesh, is flesh;
Sect. 2. Universal corruption At birth, is proved from John 3. 6. I shall begin with the words of christ, John 3. 6. That which is born of the Flesh, is Flesh;
To understand the force of the argument from hence, it is to be considered, that Christ useth these words in his conference with Nicodemus, as a reason of the necessity of new birth by water and the Spirit, that a person may enter into the Kingdom of God.
To understand the force of the argument from hence, it is to be considered, that christ uses these words in his conference with Nicodemus, as a reason of the necessity of new birth by water and the Spirit, that a person may enter into the Kingdom of God.
Whence it follows, that the new birth prerequired as necessary, Joh. 5. 3, 5. is of the inward man, to that reall holinesse which is opposite to uncleannesse or unholinesse which was in the first birth;
Whence it follows, that the new birth prerequired as necessary, John 5. 3, 5. is of the inward man, to that real holiness which is opposite to uncleanness or unholiness which was in the First birth;
or vitious, according to that sense which the term hath, Gal. 5. 16, 17, 19, 24. which is confirmed by the opposition in the other part of the verse, That which is born of the Spirit, is Spirit:
or vicious, according to that sense which the term hath, Gal. 5. 16, 17, 19, 24. which is confirmed by the opposition in the other part of the verse, That which is born of the Spirit, is Spirit:
so the being flesh which is the consequent of being born of the flesh, that is by humane generation, Joh. 1. 13. must be meant of sinfull and impure corruption.
so the being Flesh which is the consequent of being born of the Flesh, that is by humane generation, John 1. 13. must be meant of sinful and impure corruption.
They that expound it only of doing the actions of natural life without sin, or of meer weakness without sinfulness, such as was in Eve before she sinned, reach not to the scope and force of Christs reason;
They that expound it only of doing the actions of natural life without since, or of mere weakness without sinfulness, such as was in Eve before she sinned, reach not to the scope and force of Christ reason;
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whereas here he that is flesh, is opposed to him that is spirit, and therefore natural life or Infirmity without sin is not all that is meant by flesh; there's pravity and impurity of minde expressed by flesh, as well as naturality or infirmity.
whereas Here he that is Flesh, is opposed to him that is Spirit, and Therefore natural life or Infirmity without since is not all that is meant by Flesh; there's pravity and impurity of mind expressed by Flesh, as well as naturality or infirmity.
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and the new birth which makes us no longer flesh and blood in that sense, is not the birth of water and of the Spirit mentioned, Joh. 3. 5. but the power of God, by which he will raise us up, 1 Cor. 6. 14. the birth of water and of the Spirit, Ioh. 3. 3. 5, 6. is here in this life, the other is not till the resurrection:
and the new birth which makes us no longer Flesh and blood in that sense, is not the birth of water and of the Spirit mentioned, John 3. 5. but the power of God, by which he will raise us up, 1 Cor. 6. 14. the birth of water and of the Spirit, John 3. 3. 5, 6. is Here in this life, the other is not till the resurrection:
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therefore the same is not meant by flesh and bloud, 1 Cor. 15. 50. And flesh, Ioh 3. 6. but in the one place that weakness is meant which is removed by the power of God,
Therefore the same is not meant by Flesh and blood, 1 Cor. 15. 50. And Flesh, John 3. 6. but in the one place that weakness is meant which is removed by the power of God,
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the other that sinfull blindeness, ignorance, concupiscence, which is consequent on humane generation, and is removed by the preaching of the Gospel made effectual by the Spirit of God:
the other that sinful blindness, ignorance, concupiscence, which is consequent on humane generation, and is removed by the preaching of the Gospel made effectual by the Spirit of God:
Whence I argue, If that which is born of the flesh by humane generation, be flesh that is corrupt, ignorant, depraved with proneness to errour and evil concupiscence,
Whence I argue, If that which is born of the Flesh by humane generation, be Flesh that is corrupt, ignorant, depraved with proneness to error and evil concupiscence,
then every man that cometh into the world by meer hnmane generation, is void of light to guide him in his way to God and to salvation, untill Christ enlighten him:
then every man that comes into the world by mere hnmane generation, is void of Light to guide him in his Way to God and to salvation, until christ enlighten him:
But the minding of the innate pravity, whose works are set down, Gal. 5. 19. Now such are all that are not in the Spirit, ver. 9. and that by birth, Joh. 3. 6. Therefore all that come into the world are flesh, and till they be in the Spirit, are void of that light which might bring them in subjection to the Law of God, and so need Christs enlightening.
But the minding of the innate pravity, whose works Are Set down, Gal. 5. 19. Now such Are all that Are not in the Spirit, ver. 9. and that by birth, John 3. 6. Therefore all that come into the world Are Flesh, and till they be in the Spirit, Are void of that Light which might bring them in subjection to the Law of God, and so need Christ enlightening.
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The same may be further confirmed from the allegation of the Apostle, Rom. 3. 9, 10, 11, 12. where to prove that all both Jews and Gentiles are under sin, it is alleadged out of Psalmes the 14. and 53. that it is written, there is none righteous, no not one, there is none that understandeth, there is none that seeketh after God;
The same may be further confirmed from the allegation of the Apostle, Rom. 3. 9, 10, 11, 12. where to prove that all both jews and Gentiles Are under since, it is alleged out of Psalms the 14. and 53. that it is written, there is none righteous, no not one, there is none that understands, there is none that seeks After God;
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which cannot be true if understood without limitation, sith then the Scriptures should be false, that say that Noah was a righteous man and walked with God, Abraham was one that God himself testified of to have feared him, Abel obtained testimony that he was righteous, God testifying of his gifts, Heb. 11. 4. Of David God said, I have found David the son of Jesse a man after mine own heart, which shall fullfill all my will, Act. 13. 22. Therefore it must be understood of all afore they are enlightned and converted,
which cannot be true if understood without limitation, sith then the Scriptures should be false, that say that Noah was a righteous man and walked with God, Abraham was one that God himself testified of to have feared him, Abel obtained testimony that he was righteous, God testifying of his Gifts, Hebrew 11. 4. Of David God said, I have found David the son of Jesse a man After mine own heart, which shall fulfil all my will, Act. 13. 22. Therefore it must be understood of all afore they Are enlightened and converted,
If any say, that many of the things there said, as that with their tongues they have used deceit, their mouth is full of cursing and bitterness, ver. 13, 14, &c. cannot be said of Infants;
If any say, that many of the things there said, as that with their tongues they have used deceit, their Mouth is full of cursing and bitterness, ver. 13, 14, etc. cannot be said of Infants;
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In which speech he expresly makes natural men not only nonintelligent of the things of God, afore they have the Spirit of God, by whom Christ enlighteneth;
In which speech he expressly makes natural men not only nonintelligent of the things of God, afore they have the Spirit of God, by whom christ Enlighteneth;
Nor is the conceit of him, that by [ natural man ] understands the weak Christian, and by spiritual the strong Christian, opposed to babes in Christ, 1 Cor. 3. 1. right.
Nor is the conceit of him, that by [ natural man ] understands the weak Christian, and by spiritual the strong Christian, opposed to babes in christ, 1 Cor. 3. 1. right.
But that the term NONLATINALPHABET notes a natural man, or one that hath no more then his own soul to guide him, is besides the reasons in the Text, made more probable by Jam. 3. 15. where to the wisdome from above, is opposed that from the earth, from the soul, from the Devil, Iude 19. Soalary men are described, such as have not the Spirit;
But that the term notes a natural man, or one that hath no more then his own soul to guide him, is beside the Reasons in the Text, made more probable by Jam. 3. 15. where to the Wisdom from above, is opposed that from the earth, from the soul, from the devil, Iude 19. Soalary men Are described, such as have not the Spirit;
in neither place is the word fitly rendered sensual. But were it yeelded, that 1 Cor. 2. 14. the word translated [ natural man ] signifie a weak Christian;
in neither place is the word fitly rendered sensual. But were it yielded, that 1 Cor. 2. 14. the word translated [ natural man ] signify a weak Christian;
sure it followes, if a weak Christian cannot know the things of the Spirit of God without Christs enlightening, much less a man not so much as a babe in Christ:
sure it follows, if a weak Christian cannot know the things of the Spirit of God without Christ enlightening, much less a man not so much as a babe in christ:
But besides these Texts, when our Saviour Mar. 7. 21. makes evil reasonings, thoughts, and folly, to come from within out of the heart of man, he surely makes mens hearts void of light, till they be enlightened with his light:
But beside these Texts, when our Saviour Mar. 7. 21. makes evil reasonings, thoughts, and folly, to come from within out of the heart of man, he surely makes men's hearts void of Light, till they be enlightened with his Light:
as every good gift from the Father of lights, who of his own will begets us again with the word of truth, Jam. 1. 17, 18. he intimates there's not light in us to avoid sin, till the Father of lights begets us again with the word of truth.
as every good gift from the Father of lights, who of his own will begets us again with the word of truth, Jam. 1. 17, 18. he intimates there's not Light in us to avoid since, till the Father of lights begets us again with the word of truth.
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For then they had not expressed a true inquisition, or a just reason of a severe judgement, which is alwayes to be expressed as befits a Judge, whose judgement is according to naked truth, Rom. 2. 2. not with Rhetorical amplifications after the manner of Oratours,
For then they had not expressed a true inquisition, or a just reason of a severe judgement, which is always to be expressed as befits a Judge, whose judgement is according to naked truth, Rom. 2. 2. not with Rhetorical amplifications After the manner of Orators,
or imitation, the speech of Job doth intimate, Job 14. 4. where to deprecate Gods bringing him into judgement with him, in a bemoaning plight he thus speaketh, Who can bring a clean thing out of an unclean? not one:
or imitation, the speech of Job does intimate, Job 14. 4. where to deprecate God's bringing him into judgement with him, in a bemoaning plighted he thus speaks, Who can bring a clean thing out of an unclean? not one:
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And if all are unclean morally as they come into the world, then all are void of light (for that's a chief part of moral uncleanness) till Christ enlighten them.
And if all Are unclean morally as they come into the world, then all Are void of Light (for that's a chief part of moral uncleanness) till christ enlighten them.
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The same is confirmed by other passages in the Book of Job, as Chap. 15. 14. What is man that he should be clean? and he which is born of a woman, that he should be righteous? Job 25. 4, 5, 6. How can he be clean that is born of a woman? Iob 11. 12. Vain man would be wise;
The same is confirmed by other passages in the Book of Job, as Chap. 15. 14. What is man that he should be clean? and he which is born of a woman, that he should be righteous? Job 25. 4, 5, 6. How can he be clean that is born of a woman? Job 11. 12. Vain man would be wise;
nor is likely to be an Hyperbole, or excess of speech, as Psal. 58. 3. Joh. 9. 34. For those Hyperbolical expressions are descriptions of a man notoriously and openly ungodly in the course of his life;
nor is likely to be an Hyperbole, or excess of speech, as Psalm 58. 3. John 9. 34. For those Hyperbolical expressions Are descriptions of a man notoriously and openly ungodly in the course of his life;
whereas David however he sinned in the matter of Urijah, yet in respect of the constant course of his life, was a man after Gods own heart, and therefore it seemes to me to note his original corruption by natural conception,
whereas David however he sinned in the matter of Uriah, yet in respect of the constant course of his life, was a man After God's own heart, and Therefore it seems to me to note his original corruption by natural conception,
To all which allegations from Scripture, experience addes abundant confirmation, sith the ignorance, unteachableness, frowardness, untractableness of persons, especially in duties of Religion,
To all which allegations from Scripture, experience adds abundant confirmation, sith the ignorance, Unteachableness, frowardness, Untractableness of Persons, especially in duties of Religion,
and the worship of God, untill by Catechizing, Preaching, Discipline, Government, and other meanes, whereby the wildeness of mens spirits is tamed, they be brought to some sense and conformity to their duty:
and the worship of God, until by Catechizing, Preaching, Discipline, Government, and other means, whereby the wildness of men's spirits is tamed, they be brought to Some sense and conformity to their duty:
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and embrace any errour, unless by the Ministery of the word, help of Government, and work of Gods Spirit, they be strengthened, do fully shew that of themselves persons want light to guide them,
and embrace any error, unless by the Ministry of the word, help of Government, and work of God's Spirit, they be strengthened, do Fully show that of themselves Persons want Light to guide them,
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As for the second reason of mans needing light from Christ, by reason of the evils consequent on our natural darkness, which are not to be removed but by Christs enlightening;
As for the second reason of men needing Light from christ, by reason of the evils consequent on our natural darkness, which Are not to be removed but by Christ enlightening;
and so death passed upon all men, for that, or in whom all have sinned, Rom. 5. 12. By the offence of one, judgement came upon all men to condemnation, ver. 18. 1 Cor. 15. 22. In Adam all die. Now it is by Christ, who enlighteneth mens eyes, that this death and condemnation are removed, and by no other meanes.
and so death passed upon all men, for that, or in whom all have sinned, Rom. 5. 12. By the offence of one, judgement Come upon all men to condemnation, ver. 18. 1 Cor. 15. 22. In Adam all die. Now it is by christ, who Enlighteneth men's eyes, that this death and condemnation Are removed, and by no other means.
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In Christ shall all be made alive, 1 Cor. 15. 22. Even so by the righteousness of one, the free gift came upon all men unto justification of life, Rom. 5. 18. 2. Besides death and condemnation, all mankinde are liable to innumerable evils, to lighten the burden of which, the enlightening of Christ is very necessary;
In christ shall all be made alive, 1 Cor. 15. 22. Even so by the righteousness of one, the free gift Come upon all men unto justification of life, Rom. 5. 18. 2. Beside death and condemnation, all mankind Are liable to innumerable evils, to lighten the burden of which, the enlightening of christ is very necessary;
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and full of trouble, Iob 14. 1. Sufficient unto the day, saith our Lord Christ, is the evil thereof, Mat. 6. 34. 1. Man of all creatures is born most obnoxious to harm;
and full of trouble, Job 14. 1. Sufficient unto the day, Says our Lord christ, is the evil thereof, Mathew 6. 34. 1. Man of all creatures is born most obnoxious to harm;
Naked came I out of my mothers womb saith Job, Chap. 1. 21. We brought nothing into this world, 1 Tim. 6. 7. The greatest Prince is born as naked as the meanest Peasant,
Naked Come I out of my mother's womb Says Job, Chap. 1. 21. We brought nothing into this world, 1 Tim. 6. 7. The greatest Prince is born as naked as the Meanest Peasant,
and after all the industry, and skill, and charge, that is used, the ground is cursed for mans sake, thornes and thistles it brings forth to man, Gen. 3. 17, 18. Sometimes the seven lean kine devour the seven fat ones;
and After all the industry, and skill, and charge, that is used, the ground is cursed for men sake, thorns and thistles it brings forth to man, Gen. 3. 17, 18. Sometime the seven lean kine devour the seven fat ones;
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Sometimes sickness, or death seizeth on him, and then as it was with the vain man, Luk. 12. 20. his soul is taken from him, his projects fail, his goods are as uncertain owners;
Sometime sickness, or death seizes on him, and then as it was with the vain man, Luk. 12. 20. his soul is taken from him, his projects fail, his goods Are as uncertain owners;
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because I should leave it unto the man that shall be after me, and who knoweth whether he shall be a wise man or a fool? yet shall he have rule over all my labour wherein I have laboured,
Because I should leave it unto the man that shall be After me, and who Knoweth whither he shall be a wise man or a fool? yet shall he have Rule over all my labour wherein I have laboured,
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Whence he infers, Ver. 22. For what hath man of all his labour, and of the vexation of his heart, wherein he hath laboured under the Sun? For all his dayes are sorrowes,
Whence he infers, Ver. 22. For what hath man of all his labour, and of the vexation of his heart, wherein he hath laboured under the Sun? For all his days Are sorrows,
and temptations which are caused by the enmity of the world, and the acting of our adversary the Devil, who continually goeth about like a roaring Lyon seeking whom he may devoure.
and temptations which Are caused by the enmity of the world, and the acting of our adversary the devil, who continually Goes about like a roaring lion seeking whom he may devour.
Many secret murders, adulteries, perjuries, idolatries, and other evils, are caused by the Prince of darknesse, which verifie that censure of Solomon, Ecol. 1. 14. I have seen all the works that are done under the sun,
Many secret murders, adulteries, perjuries, idolatries, and other evils, Are caused by the Prince of darkness, which verify that censure of Solomon, Ecol. 1. 14. I have seen all the works that Are done under the sun,
5. Beyond these, from the darknesse of our own hearts, there do arise so many perturbations of mind, fears, jealousies, dotages, vain hopes, ambitious desires, foolish imaginations, inordinate anger, impatience and discontent, sometimes by provocations, sometimes causlesse, upon tales, surmises, mistakes, dreams, sancies, impostures, contingencies,
5. Beyond these, from the darkness of our own hearts, there do arise so many perturbations of mind, fears, jealousies, dotages, vain hope's, ambitious Desires, foolish Imaginations, inordinate anger, impatience and discontent, sometime by provocations, sometime causeless, upon tales, surmises, mistakes, dreams, sancies, Impostors, contingencies,
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and otherwise, as make the mind of man like the troubled sea when it cannot rest, whose waters cast up mire and dirt, as the Prophet speaks, Isa. 57. 20.
and otherwise, as make the mind of man like the troubled sea when it cannot rest, whose waters cast up mire and dirt, as the Prophet speaks, Isaiah 57. 20.
In a word, make many through fear of death ▪ all their life-time subject to bondage, Heb. 2. 15. This being of all other the greatest torture of the soul,
In a word, make many through Fear of death ▪ all their lifetime Subject to bondage, Hebrew 2. 15. This being of all other the greatest torture of the soul,
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and holdest me for thine enemy? Wilt thou break a leaf driven to and fro? And wilt thou pursue the dry stubble? For thou writest bitter things against me,
and holdest me for thine enemy? Wilt thou break a leaf driven to and from? And wilt thou pursue the dry stubble? For thou Writer bitter things against me,
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All these things, and innumerable other evils, experience shews to infest the life of man, against which the only remedy is well advised reason, composedness of spirit, patience, saith, hope in God, which must be communicated from Christ, who enlightens all with natural or supernatural light;
All these things, and innumerable other evils, experience shows to infest the life of man, against which the only remedy is well advised reason, composedness of Spirit, patience, Says, hope in God, which must be communicated from christ, who enlightens all with natural or supernatural Light;
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Agag thought, if he had escaped death, then bitternesse had been overpassed, and therefore he came to Samuel delicately, 1 Sam. 15. 32. But experience shewed, that there is often more bitternesse in life then in death.
Agag Thought, if he had escaped death, then bitterness had been overpassed, and Therefore he Come to Samuel delicately, 1 Sam. 15. 32. But experience showed, that there is often more bitterness in life then in death.
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Nor is it likely to be otherwise as long as sin remains, for that's a root of bitternesse, Heb. 12. 15. a root that beareth gall and wormwood, Deut. 29. 18. While there is sin in our eating and drinking, there will be bitternesse in our meats and drinks:
Nor is it likely to be otherwise as long as since remains, for that's a root of bitterness, Hebrew 12. 15. a root that bears Gall and wormwood, Deuteronomy 29. 18. While there is since in our eating and drinking, there will be bitterness in our Meats and drinks:
While there is sin in our nuptials, there will be bitternesse in our marriage society. All states and conditions here, will have their frets, their gnawing worms, and eating mothes.
While there is since in our nuptials, there will be bitterness in our marriage society. All states and conditions Here, will have their frets, their gnawing worms, and eating moths.
Were it not that God makes women forget their travell, they would breed no more and were it not that God hides from the eyes of men the evils that accompany life, they would choose strangling rather then life,
Were it not that God makes women forget their travel, they would breed no more and were it not that God hides from the eyes of men the evils that accompany life, they would choose strangling rather then life,
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and were it not for the consolations of Christ, the burdens especially of the godly would be unsupportable, especially when they complain with Paul, Rom. 7. 24. O wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from the body of this death!
and were it not for the consolations of christ, the burdens especially of the godly would be unsupportable, especially when they complain with Paul, Rom. 7. 24. Oh wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from the body of this death!
How often doth Solomon tell us, when he had cast up his reckonings, that vanity of vanities, all is vanity, Eccl. 12. 8. And why should we set our eyes then on that which is not? Prov. 23. 5. Surely the true light holds sorth better counsel, Luk. 12. 33. Provide your selves bags which wax not old, a treasure in the heavens that faileth not, where no chief approacheth,
How often does Solomon tell us, when he had cast up his reckonings, that vanity of vanities, all is vanity, Ecclesiastes 12. 8. And why should we Set our eyes then on that which is not? Curae 23. 5. Surely the true Light holds forth better counsel, Luk. 12. 33. Provide your selves bags which wax not old, a treasure in the heavens that Faileth not, where no chief Approaches,
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every where, and in all things I am instructed, both to be full and to be hungery, both to abound and to suffer need, I can do all things through Christ that strengtheneth me.
every where, and in all things I am instructed, both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need, I can do all things through christ that strengtheneth me.
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and after Pauls sad complaint, take up with his conclusion, I thank God through Jesus Christ our Lord, Rom. 7. 25. O death where is thy sting? O grave where is thy victory? The sting of death is sinne,
and After Paul's sad complaint, take up with his conclusion, I thank God through jesus christ our Lord, Rom. 7. 25. Oh death where is thy sting? O grave where is thy victory? The sting of death is sin,
Concerning the former sort of light, it is yeilded that there is natural light from Christ given to every man who comes into the world by humane birth.
Concerning the former sort of Light, it is yielded that there is natural Light from christ given to every man who comes into the world by humane birth.
All experience shews, that each person, even the most natural fool, hath some light of reason, by which he can apprehend some things pertaining to humane being,
All experience shows, that each person, even the most natural fool, hath Some Light of reason, by which he can apprehend Some things pertaining to humane being,
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though after by Councils, and the writings of adversaries, they were driven to yeild a necessity of teaching and outward proposition of divine truths to men to that end.
though After by Councils, and the writings of Adversaries, they were driven to yield a necessity of teaching and outward proposition of divine truths to men to that end.
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Some of the Schoolmen, and later Papists do hold, that each man hath so much light and power in him, that if he do what he can, God is ready or bound to give him grace necessary to salvation.
some of the Schoolmen, and later Papists do hold, that each man hath so much Light and power in him, that if he do what he can, God is ready or bound to give him grace necessary to salvation.
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conformably whereto, in the Pagans debt and Dowry, p. 20. it is said, that by a faithfull and carefull use of those natural abilities, that light of reason, conscience and understanding, which every person of mankind under heaven receiveth from God, he may and shall receive from him yet further, that which shall be of saving import and consequence to him.
conformably whereto, in the Pagans debt and Dowry, p. 20. it is said, that by a faithful and careful use of those natural abilities, that Light of reason, conscience and understanding, which every person of mankind under heaven receives from God, he may and shall receive from him yet further, that which shall be of Saving import and consequence to him.
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or some other way, that sort of people, who now go under the name of Quakers, from their usual quaking before they began to speak, thereby deluding the people,
or Some other Way, that sort of people, who now go under the name of Quakers, from their usual quaking before they began to speak, thereby deluding the people,
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these people, I say, have drawn their tenet of an universal light in every man that cometh into the world, without Bibles, Preachers, Church-communion, Christian Ordinances, to know his duty so as that he may be perfect:
these people, I say, have drawn their tenet of an universal Light in every man that comes into the world, without Bibles, Preachers, Church-communion, Christian Ordinances, to know his duty so as that he may be perfect:
but instead thereof by clamour and reproaches, which please their silly followers, they reject all motions tending to a fair debate of the point in controversie.
but instead thereof by clamour and Reproaches, which please their silly followers, they reject all motions tending to a fair debate of the point in controversy.
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Being desirous to know what they held, one of them brought to me James Nailors Book termed A salutation to the seed of God, and Love to the Lost: which being in many passages obscure, I delivered to him that brought me the Book, fifty five Queries to be answered by them,
Being desirous to know what they held, one of them brought to me James Nailors Book termed A salutation to the seed of God, and Love to the Lost: which being in many passages Obscure, I Delivered to him that brought me the Book, fifty five Queries to be answered by them,
And Christ is the true light which lighteth every man that cometh into the world with a spiritual light, the one loves this light and brings his deeds to it,
And christ is the true Light which lights every man that comes into the world with a spiritual Light, the one loves this Light and brings his Deeds to it,
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And their sound who were Ministers of this truth went into all the earth, and their words unto the ends of the world, Rom. 10. 18. In which Answer there is not an expresse resolution of the Question,
And their found who were Ministers of this truth went into all the earth, and their words unto the ends of the world, Rom. 10. 18. In which Answer there is not an express resolution of the Question,
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and to avoid the objection arising from the words, useth this expression, And the Gentiles which had not the letter, whereas the words are expresse, they having not the Law.
and to avoid the objection arising from the words, uses this expression, And the Gentiles which had not the Letter, whereas the words Are express, they having not the Law.
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2. He patcheth together different Scriptures, Joh. 1. 9. Joh. 3. 19, 20. as if the light communicated by Christ coming into the world, were the same with that, with which in his sense he lighteth every man that cometh into the world;
2. He patcheth together different Scriptures, John 1. 9. John 3. 19, 20. as if the Light communicated by christ coming into the world, were the same with that, with which in his sense he lights every man that comes into the world;
and that thereby some were led from their evil deeds, into the knowledge of God, who is life eternal in Christ to know, then none were in darknesse, contrary to Paul, Ephes. 5. 8. none were without Christ, or without God in the world, contrary to Paul, Ephes. 2. 12. then Christ need not come into the world to inlighten men,
and that thereby Some were led from their evil Deeds, into the knowledge of God, who is life Eternal in christ to know, then none were in darkness, contrary to Paul, Ephesians 5. 8. none were without christ, or without God in the world, contrary to Paul, Ephesians 2. 12. then christ need not come into the world to inlighten men,
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Christ was come into the world to inlighten them with spiritual light, and if Christ doth inlighten with this spiritual light every one that cometh into the world, there are none but come to the light, they having it within them,
christ was come into the world to inlighten them with spiritual Light, and if christ does inlighten with this spiritual Light every one that comes into the world, there Are none but come to the Light, they having it within them,
as Christ said of the Pharisees, Joh. 9. 41. Because ye say, We see, therefore your sin, or blindnesse, remains. However it may be hence gathered, that this is their conceit, That every man that cometh into the world,
as christ said of the Pharisees, John 9. 41. Because you say, We see, Therefore your since, or blindness, remains. However it may be hence gathered, that this is their conceit, That every man that comes into the world,
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even the Gentiles that had not the letter, (by which he meanes the holy Scriptures or Bible) or any Preacher or Teacher to instruct them out of it, yet had from Christ a spiritual light,
even the Gentiles that had not the Letter, (by which he means the holy Scriptures or bible) or any Preacher or Teacher to instruct them out of it, yet had from christ a spiritual Light,
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and that one loves this light, and brings his deeds to it, and by this light is led from his evil deeds into the knowledge of God, who is life eternal in Christ to know, the other hates the light,
and that one loves this Light, and brings his Deeds to it, and by this Light is led from his evil Deeds into the knowledge of God, who is life Eternal in christ to know, the other hates the Light,
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Whence it plainly appears, that those two points of Pelagianism, Popery, Arminianism, Socinianism, and the Frecwill way, are their Opinions, that every one hath a light within him,
Whence it plainly appears, that those two points of Pelagianism, Popery, Arminianism, Socinianism, and the Frecwill Way, Are their Opinions, that every one hath a Light within him,
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This universal light is so magnified by George Fox in his Catechism, that he tels us, that it shews all the ungodly waies that ever a man hath acted in, and hard speeches;
This universal Light is so magnified by George Fox in his Catechism, that he tells us, that it shows all the ungodly ways that ever a man hath acted in, and hard Speeches;
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and know his reconciler with which he is reconciled to God, 1 Tim. 2. 5. 2 Cor. 5. 18. and to see the Kingdom of Heaven, that it brings them to love God above all,
and know his reconciler with which he is reconciled to God, 1 Tim. 2. 5. 2 Cor. 5. 18. and to see the Kingdom of Heaven, that it brings them to love God above all,
with it they come to see the hope of glory, to sanctifie the Lord in their hearts, that it keeps from error, guile, all distraction and distemper, drunken thoughts, imaginations, conceivings, and his own reasonings.
with it they come to see the hope of glory, to sanctify the Lord in their hearts, that it keeps from error, guile, all distraction and distemper, drunken thoughts, Imaginations, conceivings, and his own reasonings.
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though they professe some of Christs and the Apostles words, that none can confesse Christ but who confesse the light which every man is enlightened withall, that they who do not teach this are teachers of the world, Antichrists, Deceivers, that the letter (meaning the Scripture) is not the light, nor the word.
though they profess Some of Christ and the Apostles words, that none can confess christ but who confess the Light which every man is enlightened withal, that they who do not teach this Are Teachers of the world, Antichrists, Deceivers, that the Letter (meaning the Scripture) is not the Light, nor the word.
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More to the same purpose is delivered by George Fox, Hubberthorn, and many more, insomuch that Farnworth in his discovery p. 12. saith, Loving the light, it will guide you to God from all men, that you need never look at man more.
More to the same purpose is Delivered by George Fox, Hubberthorn, and many more, insomuch that Farnworth in his discovery p. 12. Says, Loving the Light, it will guide you to God from all men, that you need never look At man more.
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However they assert, 1. That there is a light in every man. 2. That this is sufficient to guide them to God of it self. 3. That it is a rule to shew duty and sin. 4. That there is no need of other teaching of man. 5. That this is one in all. 6. That it is the Gospel.
However they assert, 1. That there is a Light in every man. 2. That this is sufficient to guide them to God of it self. 3. That it is a Rule to show duty and since. 4. That there is no need of other teaching of man. 5. That this is one in all. 6. That it is the Gospel.
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whether from the birth, or after imparted to them, in this business of guiding us to God. 2. That neither is it of it self a safe rule for us to follow, in things moral or spiritual;
whither from the birth, or After imparted to them, in this business of guiding us to God. 2. That neither is it of it self a safe Rule for us to follow, in things moral or spiritual;
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nor by any engagement is God tied, or hath declared himself resolved, to give supernatural light to him that useth this universal light well. 3. How the Objections may be answered. 4. In what manner Christ imparts supernatural spiritual light to every man.
nor by any engagement is God tied, or hath declared himself resolved, to give supernatural Light to him that uses this universal Light well. 3. How the Objections may be answered. 4. In what manner christ imparts supernatural spiritual Light to every man.
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Some light is in the most barbarous, yet the knowledge of the most refined Gentiles, may be conceived to come from some acquaintance with the written Law, or tradition from Adam.
some Light is in the most barbarous, yet the knowledge of the most refined Gentiles, may be conceived to come from Some acquaintance with the written Law, or tradition from Adam.
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though in some of them it is so small, that it can hardly be perceived whether there be any sense of sin or wrath of duty or reward, of God or Devil, heaven or hell.
though in Some of them it is so small, that it can hardly be perceived whither there be any sense of since or wrath of duty or reward, of God or devil, heaven or hell.
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as enabled them to correct the vulgar errors concerning God, although they were very blinde about the distinct notion of the true God and his counsels. 4. Nevertheless that it can hardly be avouched, that that knowledge in Morality and Divinity which they attained to, was by meer light of nature,
as enabled them to correct the Vulgar errors Concerning God, although they were very blind about the distinct notion of the true God and his Counsels. 4. Nevertheless that it can hardly be avouched, that that knowledge in Morality and Divinity which they attained to, was by mere Light of nature,
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but it may with very probable reason be conceived, that they had much of their knowledge of these things by tradition from Adam, and acquaintance with the Hebrew people,
but it may with very probable reason be conceived, that they had much of their knowledge of these things by tradition from Adam, and acquaintance with the Hebrew people,
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There are such relations of their Philosophers travail into AEgypt; besides this, that the most understanding people were such as did trade with Phenicians and AEgyptians, next neighbours to Israel; as may give us cause to think that the cream of that knowledge they had, was not from a light within them (for then why should not other people as well as they have attained to it) but from a light without them, darted directly on Israel, but from them yeelding some strictures of light,
There Are such relations of their Philosophers travail into Egypt; beside this, that the most understanding people were such as did trade with Phenicians and egyptians, next neighbours to Israel; as may give us cause to think that the cream of that knowledge they had, was not from a Light within them (for then why should not other people as well as they have attained to it) but from a Light without them, darted directly on Israel, but from them yielding Some strictures of Light,
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However what the Scripture makes deducible from other meanes then the Scripture, or it or experience proved, that the most barbarous people attained to, we may safely ascribe to this natural light.
However what the Scripture makes deducible from other means then the Scripture, or it or experience proved, that the most barbarous people attained to, we may safely ascribe to this natural Light.
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for the benefit of the universe, might be discerned from the admirable, and usefull, and constant order, motion, influx, properties and operations, the creatures have.
for the benefit of the universe, might be discerned from the admirable, and useful, and constant order, motion, influx, properties and operations, the creatures have.
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as their accusing or excusing themselves by their own consciences between themselves, apart from others shewed, Rom. 2. 15. And yet when they knew God, they glorified him not as God,
as their accusing or excusing themselves by their own Consciences between themselves, apart from Others showed, Rom. 2. 15. And yet when they knew God, they glorified him not as God,
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as the Psalmist saith of himself, Psal. 8. 3, 4. When I consider the heavens the work of thy fingers, the moon and the starres which thou hast ordained;
as the Psalmist Says of himself, Psalm 8. 3, 4. When I Consider the heavens the work of thy fingers, the moon and the Stars which thou hast ordained;
8. The Apostle tells us, Rom. 2. 14, 15. For when the Gentiles which have not the law, do by nature the things contained in the law, these having not the law, are a law unto themselves, which shew the work of the law written in their hearts, their conscience also bearing witness,
8. The Apostle tells us, Rom. 2. 14, 15. For when the Gentiles which have not the law, do by nature the things contained in the law, these having not the law, Are a law unto themselves, which show the work of the law written in their hearts, their conscience also bearing witness,
Some sins as of murther, adultery, robbery, perjury, breach of faith and trust, parricide, and some other sins have been judged to be horrible evils, which they durst not commit.
some Sins as of murder, adultery, robbery, perjury, breach of faith and trust, Parricide, and Some other Sins have been judged to be horrible evils, which they durst not commit.
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when simple fornication, sodomy, and other uncleanness, were reckoned as no faults by the Gentiles, which knew not God, 1 Thes. 4. 5. Parricide was counted such a sin as none durst commit;
when simple fornication, sodomy, and other uncleanness, were reckoned as no Faults by the Gentiles, which knew not God, 1 Thebes 4. 5. Parricide was counted such a since as none durst commit;
theft if cunningly acted, was allowed by Lycurgus; drunkenness, and whoredome, and murthering in fence-playes and duels, either made religious services, or matter of glory.
theft if cunningly acted, was allowed by Lycurgus; Drunkenness, and whoredom, and murdering in fence-playes and duels, either made religious services, or matter of glory.
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The Barbarians of Melita, Act. 28. 4. when they saw the Viper hanging on Pauls hand, said among themselves, No doubt, this man is a murtherer, whom though he hath escaped the Sea,
The Barbarians of Melita, Act. 28. 4. when they saw the Viper hanging on Paul's hand, said among themselves, No doubt, this man is a murderer, whom though he hath escaped the Sea,
In these, and many more things, the Gentiles, which knew not God, had some natural light, in some it was more clear then in others, in some so dusky and dimme, that it was scarce discernable:
In these, and many more things, the Gentiles, which knew not God, had Some natural Light, in Some it was more clear then in Others, in Some so dusky and dim, that it was scarce discernible:
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Neverthelesse this light, though insufficient to direct for justification and salvation, yet was usefull for two ends: 1. To restrain men from such excesse of sinne,
Nevertheless this Light, though insufficient to Direct for justification and salvation, yet was useful for two ends: 1. To restrain men from such excess of sin,
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Therefore it is said, Rom. 1. 20. That the eternal power and Godhead, was made known from the Creation of the world, by the things that are made, that they might be without excuse, who held the truth in unrighteousnesse,
Therefore it is said, Rom. 1. 20. That the Eternal power and Godhead, was made known from the Creation of the world, by the things that Are made, that they might be without excuse, who held the truth in unrighteousness,
but were filled with unrighteousnesse, though they knew the judgment of God, that they that commit such things are worthy of death, ver. 29, 31. Whence it is, that Gods judgment is proved to be according to truth, Rom. 1. 2. and, God found to be true,
but were filled with unrighteousness, though they knew the judgement of God, that they that commit such things Are worthy of death, ver. 29, 31. Whence it is, that God's judgement is proved to be according to truth, Rom. 1. 2. and, God found to be true,
and mightest overcome when thou art judged, Rom. 3. 4. Ignorance of the Law being not to be pleaded by them who did evil against the innate light of their own spirits,
and Mightest overcome when thou art judged, Rom. 3. 4. Ignorance of the Law being not to be pleaded by them who did evil against the innate Light of their own spirits,
but unjust accusation of the Quakers, who use with loud vociferations even to hoarsnesse, and with continual printed pamphlets, to charge publique Preachers with denying the light within each man:
but unjust accusation of the Quakers, who use with loud vociferations even to hoarseness, and with continual printed pamphlets, to charge public Preachers with denying the Light within each man:
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Certainly it concerns every man, so farre to look to the light within him, that he do not as it is said of some, Job 24. 13. rebell against the light. A mans own conscience is so farre a Law to him, that though it cannot of it self justifie, yet it may condemn:
Certainly it concerns every man, so Far to look to the Light within him, that he do not as it is said of Some, Job 24. 13. rebel against the Light. A men own conscience is so Far a Law to him, that though it cannot of it self justify, yet it may condemn:
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Our Saviour tells there are some that shall think they do God service in killing the Apostles, Joh. 16. 2. Paul told Agrippa, Act. 26. 9. I verily thought with my self, that I ought to do many things contrary to the Name of Jesus of Nazareth.
Our Saviour tells there Are Some that shall think they do God service in killing the Apostles, John 16. 2. Paul told Agrippa, Act. 26. 9. I verily Thought with my self, that I ought to do many things contrary to the Name of jesus of Nazareth.
and yet he that reads and believes such Scriptures as these, 1 Cor. 5. 11. 1 Cor. 6. 10. 1 Pet. 2. 23. Jude 8. 9, 10. cannot but think their practice to be from the Devil, and not from Gods Spirit.
and yet he that reads and believes such Scriptures as these, 1 Cor. 5. 11. 1 Cor. 6. 10. 1 Pet. 2. 23. U^de 8. 9, 10. cannot but think their practice to be from the devil, and not from God's Spirit.
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If following the dictate of a mans own conscience could warrant his action, the most horrid acts of misted Idolaters, Papists, Pagans, Mahometans, fanatiques should be free from censure and controul.
If following the dictate of a men own conscience could warrant his actium, the most horrid acts of misted Idolaters, Papists, Pagans, Mahometans, Fanatics should be free from censure and control.
and therefore if Quakers intended no more then this by bidding men look to the light within them, that they should take heed that they omitted not the good their consciences told them they ought to do,
and Therefore if Quakers intended no more then this by bidding men look to the Light within them, that they should take heed that they omitted not the good their Consciences told them they ought to do,
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Every mans Light within him, is not a sufficient safe Rule of it self to guide him in the way to God. SERM. VI. Containing thirty Arguments out of Scripture, against the Quakers Opinion of the sufficiency of a Light in every man to lead him to God.
Every men Light within him, is not a sufficient safe Rule of it self to guide him in the Way to God. SERMON. VI. Containing thirty Arguments out of Scripture, against the Quakers Opinion of the sufficiency of a Light in every man to led him to God.
yea his compleat safe Rule and Guide, to open the meaning of Scripture, discover all sorts of sinnes, teach all duties, lead to God, to Christ, to Heaven, without Scripture, Preachers, and other helps:
yea his complete safe Rule and Guide, to open the meaning of Scripture, discover all sorts of Sins, teach all duties, led to God, to christ, to Heaven, without Scripture, Preachers, and other helps:
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The first Argument I take from the point proved in the fourth Sermon before, and the texts therein alledged, which evince, that men as they are born into the world, are destitute of spiritual light in the things of God, that concern mans duty, and the way of salvation;
The First Argument I take from the point proved in the fourth Sermon before, and the texts therein alleged, which evince, that men as they Are born into the world, Are destitute of spiritual Light in the things of God, that concern men duty, and the Way of salvation;
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for they are spiritually discerned, 1 Cor. 2. 14. Every imagination of the thoughts of mans heart is only evil continu•lly from his youth, Gen. 6. 5. & 8. 21. Every man is bruitish in his own knowledge, Jerem. 10. 14. The heart is deceitfull above all things, Jerem. 17. 9. Which could not be true,
for they Are spiritually discerned, 1 Cor. 2. 14. Every imagination of the thoughts of men heart is only evil continu•lly from his youth, Gen. 6. 5. & 8. 21. Every man is brutish in his own knowledge, Jeremiah 10. 14. The heart is deceitful above all things, Jeremiah 17. 9. Which could not be true,
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Their light is not a safe and compleat rule to warrant and guide their actions for pleasing God, who understand not nor seek after God, who cannot know the things of the Spirit of God, whose imaginations of the thoughts of their heart are only evil continually, who are bruitish in their own knowledge,
Their Light is not a safe and complete Rule to warrant and guide their actions for pleasing God, who understand not nor seek After God, who cannot know the things of the Spirit of God, whose Imaginations of the thoughts of their heart Are only evil continually, who Are brutish in their own knowledge,
But these things are said of all or some men, Therefore every mans light within him is not a safe and compleat rule to warrant and guide his actions for pleasing of God.
But these things Are said of all or Some men, Therefore every men Light within him is not a safe and complete Rule to warrant and guide his actions for pleasing of God.
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2. Argument is from that which is shewed Sermon fifth, That the light which without the Scripture was in the most improved Gentiles, in the utmost extent of it, was imperfect:
2. Argument is from that which is showed Sermon fifth, That the Light which without the Scripture was in the most improved Gentiles, in the utmost extent of it, was imperfect:
Whence I argue, their light was not a safe and compleat rule or guide to direct or justifie them in their worship of God, imaginations of God, the knowledge of all sin and duty they owe to God, who confessed God to be unknown, who ignorantly worshipped him, who had a foolish darkned heart about their thoughts of God, who judged many sins to be either no sins,
Whence I argue, their Light was not a safe and complete Rule or guide to Direct or justify them in their worship of God, Imaginations of God, the knowledge of all since and duty they owe to God, who confessed God to be unknown, who ignorantly worshipped him, who had a foolish darkened heart about their thoughts of God, who judged many Sins to be either no Sins,
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who had vain, and uncertain, and contrary conjectures of these things, and many of them from the Devils Oracles, carried away to dumb Idols as they were led, 1 Cor. 12. 2. For a rule and guide should be certain which will not deceive.
who had vain, and uncertain, and contrary Conjectures of these things, and many of them from the Devils Oracles, carried away to dumb Idols as they were led, 1 Cor. 12. 2. For a Rule and guide should be certain which will not deceive.
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nor such other teaching as Gods people were taught by, had a light within them which might be a compleat and safe rule or guide to them for the pleasing of God.
nor such other teaching as God's people were taught by, had a Light within them which might be a complete and safe Rule or guide to them for the pleasing of God.
4. Arg. From those Texts of Scripture which do expresly tell us, that afore the preaching of Christ and his Apostles, the people to whom they were sent were darkness, sate in darkness and in the shadow of death:
4. Argument From those Texts of Scripture which do expressly tell us, that afore the preaching of christ and his Apostles, the people to whom they were sent were darkness, sat in darkness and in the shadow of death:
unless we will imagine that darkness is light, and as the Quakers do, put darkness for light, and light for darkness, to whom the Prophet denounceth wo, Isa. 5. 20. But some there were afore Christs and his Apostles preaching to them, who were darkness, who sate in darkness,
unless we will imagine that darkness is Light, and as the Quakers do, put darkness for Light, and Light for darkness, to whom the Prophet Denounceth woe, Isaiah 5. 20. But Some there were afore Christ and his Apostles preaching to them, who were darkness, who sat in darkness,
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and to turn them from darkness to light, 1 Pet. 2. 9. Ye are a peculiar people, that ye should shew forth the praises of him, who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light.
and to turn them from darkness to Light, 1 Pet. 2. 9. You Are a peculiar people, that you should show forth the praises of him, who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous Light.
From whence I argue, They who are to be turned from darkness to light, called by God out of darkness into his marvellous light, who are to awake and stand up from the dead, that Christ may give them light, had not a light within,
From whence I argue, They who Are to be turned from darkness to Light, called by God out of darkness into his marvellous Light, who Are to awake and stand up from the dead, that christ may give them Light, had not a Light within,
7. Arg. From Rom. 10. 14, 17. How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? And how shall they hear without a Preacher? So then faith cometh by hearing,
7. Argument From Rom. 10. 14, 17. How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how shall they believe in him of whom they have not herd? And how shall they hear without a Preacher? So then faith comes by hearing,
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sith the Apostle saith, How shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? And how shall they bear without a Preacher? So then faith cometh by hearing,
sith the Apostle Says, How shall they believe in him of whom they have not herd? And how shall they bear without a Preacher? So then faith comes by hearing,
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8. Arg. From Rom. 12. 2. And be not conformed to this world, but be ye transformed by the renewing of your minde, that ye may prove what is that good, that acceptable and perfect will of God.
8. Argument From Rom. 12. 2. And be not conformed to this world, but be you transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good, that acceptable and perfect will of God.
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Whence I argue, They who must not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of their minde, that they may prove what is that good, that acceptable and perfect will of God;
Whence I argue, They who must not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of their mind, that they may prove what is that good, that acceptable and perfect will of God;
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who must put on the new man, which is renewed in knowledge, had not a light within them antecedent to this renewing, which might enable them to prove what was Gods acceptable will,
who must put on the new man, which is renewed in knowledge, had not a Light within them antecedent to this renewing, which might enable them to prove what was God's acceptable will,
For if they had, what need such transforming, renewing, non-conformity to the world, putting off the old man? But all that have access to God must be thus transformed, renewed, put off the old man, as the Texts shew:
For if they had, what need such transforming, renewing, nonconformity to the world, putting off the old man? But all that have access to God must be thus transformed, renewed, put off the old man, as the Texts show:
Whence I argue, That light in man cannot be a safe sufficient guide to a man in his way to God, to which the leaving a person, by God is reckoned as the greatest curse and judgement,
Whence I argue, That Light in man cannot be a safe sufficient guide to a man in his Way to God, to which the leaving a person, by God is reckoned as the greatest curse and judgement,
but to leave a person to his own imagination, lust, to walk in his own counsel, in his own way, (which is all one as to leave him to the light within him) is reckoned as the greatest curse and judgement to a man from God,
but to leave a person to his own imagination, lust, to walk in his own counsel, in his own Way, (which is all one as to leave him to the Light within him) is reckoned as the greatest curse and judgement to a man from God,
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but now is made manifest, and by the Scriptures of the Prophets, according to the Commandment of the everlasting God, made known to all nations for the obedience of faith.
but now is made manifest, and by the Scriptures of the prophets, according to the Commandment of the everlasting God, made known to all Nations for the Obedience of faith.
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but as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entred into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him, Eph. 3. 9. And to make all men see what is the fellowship of the mystery, which from the beginning of the world hath been hid in God.
but as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear herd, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him, Ephesians 3. 9. And to make all men see what is the fellowship of the mystery, which from the beginning of the world hath been hid in God.
2 Tim. 1. 9. The purpose and grace of God is now made manifest, by the appearing of our Saviour Jesus Christ, who hath brought immortality and life to light by the Gospel:
2 Tim. 1. 9. The purpose and grace of God is now made manifest, by the appearing of our Saviour jesus christ, who hath brought immortality and life to Light by the Gospel:
Whence I argue, They had not a light in them as a sufficient safe guide to God, from whom the mystery was hid, which concerned the grace and purpose of God, into whose heart the things which God had prepared for them that love him entered not, to whom life and immortality was not brought to light.
Whence I argue, They had not a Light in them as a sufficient safe guide to God, from whom the mystery was hid, which concerned the grace and purpose of God, into whose heart the things which God had prepared for them that love him entered not, to whom life and immortality was not brought to Light.
11. Arg. From 1 Cor. 2. 11. For what man knoweth the things of a man, save the spirit of a man which is in him? Even so the things of God knoweth no man but the Spirit of God.
11. Argument From 1 Cor. 2. 11. For what man Knoweth the things of a man, save the Spirit of a man which is in him? Even so the things of God Knoweth no man but the Spirit of God.
Therefore every man hath not a light within, sufficient to guide him to God. 12. Arg. From Mat. 11. 27. All things are delivered unto me of my Father,
Therefore every man hath not a Light within, sufficient to guide him to God. 12. Argument From Mathew 11. 27. All things Are Delivered unto me of my Father,
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Whence I argue, They had not a light within them to guide them to God, to whom the Son did not reveal the Father, who did not go by the Son as the way to the Father.
Whence I argue, They had not a Light within them to guide them to God, to whom the Son did not reveal the Father, who did not go by the Son as the Way to the Father.
But the Son did not reveal the Father to every man, nor did every man come to Christ, Joh. 1. 5. 10. & 12. 38. & 5. 40. 43. Therefore every man had not a light within him, sufficient to guide him to God.
But the Son did not reveal the Father to every man, nor did every man come to christ, John 1. 5. 10. & 12. 38. & 5. 40. 43. Therefore every man had not a Light within him, sufficient to guide him to God.
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14. Arg. From those Texts which speak of Christ as a light come into the world, Joh. 12. 46. I am come a light into the world, that whosoever believeth on me should not abide in darkness.
14. Argument From those Texts which speak of christ as a Light come into the world, John 12. 46. I am come a Light into the world, that whosoever Believeth on me should not abide in darkness.
which would have been needless, if every man had a light within him befo•e Christ his coming into the world, sufficient to guide him in the way to God:
which would have been needless, if every man had a Light within him befo•e christ his coming into the world, sufficient to guide him in the Way to God:
But the opinion of the Quakers concerning a light in each man that cometh into the world, sufficient to guide him into the way of peace of it self, makes the coming of Christ useless,
But the opinion of the Quakers Concerning a Light in each man that comes into the world, sufficient to guide him into the Way of peace of it self, makes the coming of christ useless,
and asserts that persons had light, when the Text supposeth they were in darkness: Therefore their opinion about the light within each person, is a manifest errour.
and asserts that Persons had Light, when the Text Supposeth they were in darkness: Therefore their opinion about the Light within each person, is a manifest error.
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15. Arg. From those Texts which make the Scriptures necessary and usefull to give light to men, 2 Tim. 3. 15, 16, 17. And that from a childe thou hast known the holy Scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation, through faith which is in Christ Jesus.
15. Argument From those Texts which make the Scriptures necessary and useful to give Light to men, 2 Tim. 3. 15, 16, 17. And that from a child thou hast known the holy Scriptures, which Are able to make thee wise unto salvation, through faith which is in christ jesus.
Rom. 15. 14. For whatsoever things were written aforetime, were written for our learning, that wethrough patience and comfort of the Scriptures might have hope, Mar. 12. 24. And Jesus answering said unto them, Do ye not therefore erre,
Rom. 15. 14. For whatsoever things were written aforetime, were written for our learning, that wethrough patience and Comfort of the Scriptures might have hope, Mar. 12. 24. And jesus answering said unto them, Do you not Therefore err,
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and they are they which testifie of me. Whence I argue, That opinion which terms the Scripture the letter, in disparagement of it; that makes it unnecessary; which dehorts from searching it;
and they Are they which testify of me. Whence I argue, That opinion which terms the Scripture the Letter, in disparagement of it; that makes it unnecessary; which dehorts from searching it;
Christ saith, Search the Scriptures, Quakers say, No, but look to the light within you. 16. Arg. From Isa. 8. 20. To the Law and to the Testimony:
christ Says, Search the Scriptures, Quakers say, No, but look to the Light within you. 16. Argument From Isaiah 8. 20. To the Law and to the Testimony:
17. Arg. From Ephes. 4. 11. When he ascended up on high, he gave gifts to men: And he gave some, Apostles; and some, Prophets; and some, Evangelists;
17. Argument From Ephesians 4. 11. When he ascended up on high, he gave Gifts to men: And he gave Some, Apostles; and Some, prophets; and Some, Evangelists;
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and Teachers set by God for the work of the Ministry needlesse, and as if they were no gift but a burden to the Church, cryes them down, is contrary to Gods and Christs way, and so Antichristian.
and Teachers Set by God for the work of the Ministry needless, and as if they were no gift but a burden to the Church, cries them down, is contrary to God's and Christ Way, and so Antichristian.
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18. Arg. From Ephes. 1. 17. I make mention of you in my prayers, that God may give unto you the spirit of wisdome and revelation in the knowledge of him, the eyes of your understanding being enlightned. Hence I argue:
18. Argument From Ephesians 1. 17. I make mention of you in my Prayers, that God may give unto you the Spirit of Wisdom and Revelation in the knowledge of him, the eyes of your understanding being enlightened. Hence I argue:
But thus doth the opinion of Quakers, which makes each mans light in him a sufficient and safe rule and guide in his way to God: Therefore it is impious.
But thus does the opinion of Quakers, which makes each men Light in him a sufficient and safe Rule and guide in his Way to God: Therefore it is impious.
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But God commands men to repent of the ignorant worship of him, Therefore each mans light in him is not a sufficient and safe rule and guide for him to go by in Gods worship.
But God commands men to Repent of the ignorant worship of him, Therefore each men Light in him is not a sufficient and safe Rule and guide for him to go by in God's worship.
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But the Opinion of the Quakers concerning each mans own light in him, as a sufficient safe rule of it self, to guide him in his way to God, makes him to lean to his own understanding, to be wise in his own eyes,
But the Opinion of the Quakers Concerning each men own Light in him, as a sufficient safe Rule of it self, to guide him in his Way to God, makes him to lean to his own understanding, to be wise in his own eyes,
but the contrary is supposed, Judges 17. 6. where the defect of Government is made the permission of every man to do that which is right in his own eyes,
but the contrary is supposed, Judges 17. 6. where the defect of Government is made the permission of every man to do that which is right in his own eyes,
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then there would be no need of a further drawing or gift of the Father, that he might come to Christ, his own light without any other help would make known Christ to him.
then there would be no need of a further drawing or gift of the Father, that he might come to christ, his own Light without any other help would make known christ to him.
29. Arg. From Deut. 4. 8. And what nation is there so great, that hath Statutes and judgments so righteous as ast this Law which I set before you this day.
29. Argument From Deuteronomy 4. 8. And what Nation is there so great, that hath Statutes and Judgments so righteous as ast this Law which I Set before you this day.
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Ver. 6. Keep therefore and do them, for this is your wisdom, and your understanding in the sight of the Nations, which shall hear all these Statutes and say,
Ver. 6. Keep Therefore and do them, for this is your Wisdom, and your understanding in the sighed of the nations, which shall hear all these Statutes and say,
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Surely this great Nation, is a wise and understanding people. Psal. 147. 19, 20. He sheweth his Word unto Jacob: his Statutes and his judgment; unto Israel.
Surely this great nation, is a wise and understanding people. Psalm 147. 19, 20. He shows his Word unto Jacob: his Statutes and his judgement; unto Israel.
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as the Quakers teach, then they had known Gods Statutes and Judgments, Gods Oracles had been committed to them as well as the Jews, they had had as righteous Statutes,
as the Quakers teach, then they had known God's Statutes and Judgments, God's Oracles had been committed to them as well as the jews, they had had as righteous Statutes,
Therefore the light in each person, is not a sufficient safe guide of it self, without the written word, to lead him to God, and to warrant his actions.
Therefore the Light in each person, is not a sufficient safe guide of it self, without the written word, to led him to God, and to warrant his actions.
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Every mans Light within him, is not of it self a sufficient safe guide unto God. SERM. VII. Joh. 1. 9. That was the true light which lighteth every man that cometh into the world.
Every men Light within him, is not of it self a sufficient safe guide unto God. SERMON. VII. John 1. 9. That was the true Light which lights every man that comes into the world.
for what is according to the rule and a safe guide, is true and right, it being proper to a rule, to be the measure according to which each thing is to be tried,
for what is according to the Rule and a safe guide, is true and right, it being proper to a Rule, to be the measure according to which each thing is to be tried,
And if they should agree, yet he that should say all mens conceits, who follow the light in them, were the same, none contradicting another, would appear either monstrously impudent, or extremely mad.
And if they should agree, yet he that should say all men's conceits, who follow the Light in them, were the same, none contradicting Another, would appear either monstrously impudent, or extremely mad.
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it's resolved on by all that have the use of reason in an ordinary measure, that it is impossible that the same thing, at the same time, in the same respect, should be and not be, be so and not be so:
it's resolved on by all that have the use of reason in an ordinary measure, that it is impossible that the same thing, At the same time, in the same respect, should be and not be, be so and not be so:
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Therefore it is against the very light of nature, and first notions of humane reason, that each mans light within him should of it self be a sufficient right rule and safe guide to him, in that which concerns the knowledge and way of God.
Therefore it is against the very Light of nature, and First notions of humane reason, that each men Light within him should of it self be a sufficient right Rule and safe guide to him, in that which concerns the knowledge and Way of God.
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It is threatned as the heaviest judgement of a people, to take away from them the counsellour, Isa. 3. 3. The wise woman said, 2 Sam. 20. 18. They were wont to speak in old time, saying, they shall surely ask counsel at Abel,
It is threatened as the Heaviest judgement of a people, to take away from them the counselor, Isaiah 3. 3. The wise woman said, 2 Sam. 20. 18. They were wont to speak in old time, saying, they shall surely ask counsel At Abel,
but a very fool that neither gives nor takes good counsel, Arist. Ethic. ad incom. l. 1. c. 3. But by Quakers doctrine, they are wisest who follow their own light,
but a very fool that neither gives nor Takes good counsel, Arist. Ethic. ad income. l. 1. c. 3. But by Quakers Doctrine, they Are Wisest who follow their own Light,
for they follow a safe and sufficient guide, which none but men out of their wits do assert, it being contrary to all experience of all men concerning themselves,
for they follow a safe and sufficient guide, which none but men out of their wits do assert, it being contrary to all experience of all men Concerning themselves,
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Would not we censure him as foolish, who would travell far, and bestow much cost for that elsewhere, which he might have without labour and cost at home? Especially if it be as they say, that each man is to look to his own light;
Would not we censure him as foolish, who would travel Far, and bestow much cost for that elsewhere, which he might have without labour and cost At home? Especially if it be as they say, that each man is to look to his own Light;
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which when I have heard, I have admired at the silliness of some hundreds of people, who have come many miles to hear a person in a close of pasture in a hot Summer day on a stage, nothing almost but brawl against others,
which when I have herd, I have admired At the silliness of Some hundreds of people, who have come many miles to hear a person in a close of pasture in a hight Summer day on a stage, nothing almost but brawl against Others,
5. If each persons own light in him be his guide and rule, then is it in vain to desire and expect revelations and discoveries, which they had not before,
5. If each Persons own Light in him be his guide and Rule, then is it in vain to desire and expect revelations and discoveries, which they had not before,
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By ascribing so much to the light within them, Satan hath this advantage, that whatever he can imprint on them as their light (which persons are very apt to take as from God,
By ascribing so much to the Light within them, Satan hath this advantage, that whatever he can imprint on them as their Light (which Persons Are very apt to take as from God,
when it suits with their wills and lusts, or comes into them with force and supernatural impulse) they must receive it without examination, and obey it.
when it suits with their wills and Lustiest, or comes into them with force and supernatural impulse) they must receive it without examination, and obey it.
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and that which happened nearer to us, concerning the young man that drowned himself in a little puddle in a ditch not farre from Worcester, that he might meet with Christ, not many years since, do give us sad proof how the Devil works on Quakers, who are deluded by this principle of following the light within them, without Scripture.
and that which happened nearer to us, Concerning the young man that drowned himself in a little puddle in a ditch not Far from Worcester, that he might meet with christ, not many Years since, do give us sad proof how the devil works on Quakers, who Are deluded by this principle of following the Light within them, without Scripture.
insomuch that the Apostle 1 Cor. 1. 20, 21. useth this exprobration, Where is the wise? Where is the disputer of this world? Hath not God made foolish the wisdome of this world? For after that in the wisdome of God, the world by wisdome knew not God, it pleased God by the foolishness of preaching to save them that believe.
insomuch that the Apostle 1 Cor. 1. 20, 21. uses this exprobration, Where is the wise? Where is the disputer of this world? Hath not God made foolish the Wisdom of this world? For After that in the Wisdom of God, the world by Wisdom knew not God, it pleased God by the foolishness of preaching to save them that believe.
and may better us, and to fill the Nation with a generation of fools, in whom God hath no pleasure, Eccl. 5. 4. and doth by consequent condemn all the men of worth in the world,
and may better us, and to fill the nation with a generation of Fools, in whom God hath no pleasure, Ecclesiastes 5. 4. and does by consequent condemn all the men of worth in the world,
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Out of all which I conclude, that this opinion of Quakers which I have refuted, is the most sottish opinion that ever was hatched, instilled into them by the prince of darkness, not by the Spirit of God,
Out of all which I conclude, that this opinion of Quakers which I have refuted, is the most sottish opinion that ever was hatched, instilled into them by the Prince of darkness, not by the Spirit of God,
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and to my apprehension more truly rendered [ among you ] which is the translation in the Margin. 2. That the sense is, the kingdome is not to be expected as a future thing;
and to my apprehension more truly rendered [ among you ] which is the Translation in the Margin. 2. That the sense is, the Kingdom is not to be expected as a future thing;
Which is not meant of light within, but the preaching of the Gospel, or the presence of the Messiah (who was among them, Joh. 1. 26.) without them the light within each man cannot be meant by the kingdome of God:
Which is not meant of Light within, but the preaching of the Gospel, or the presence of the Messiah (who was among them, John 1. 26.) without them the Light within each man cannot be meant by the Kingdom of God:
It is alledged that the Apostle saith, Rom. 2. 14, 15. That the Gentiles who had not the law, did by nature the things of the law, these having not the law are a law unto themselves:
It is alleged that the Apostle Says, Rom. 2. 14, 15. That the Gentiles who had not the law, did by nature the things of the law, these having not the law Are a law unto themselves:
To which I answer, the Gospel is not the light within each person, but that word without them which was preached to them, of which Paul was a Minister.
To which I answer, the Gospel is not the Light within each person, but that word without them which was preached to them, of which Paul was a Minister.
but that they should preach it to any indefinitely, not restraining them to the lost sheep of the house of Israel, as he did formerly, Mat. 10. 5, 6. In which sense the Apostle saith, Col. 1. 28. He warned every man, and taught every man;
but that they should preach it to any indefinitely, not restraining them to the lost sheep of the house of Israel, as he did formerly, Mathew 10. 5, 6. In which sense the Apostle Says, Col. 1. 28. He warned every man, and taught every man;
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But I answer, 1. That this is a meer phantastick delusion, to imagine a Christ in themselves different from that Iesus Christ born of Mary, who is the Saviour of the world;
But I answer, 1. That this is a mere fantastic delusion, to imagine a christ in themselves different from that Iesus christ born of Marry, who is the Saviour of the world;
For the term rendered [ in ] may as well be rendered [ to ] as it is vers. 23. If not, the meaning is, Christ is in them the hope of glory, that is, Christ who is in them by faith,
For the term rendered [ in ] may as well be rendered [ to ] as it is vers. 23. If not, the meaning is, christ is in them the hope of glory, that is, christ who is in them by faith,
or Christ who is the hope in them, that is, their hope of glory. 2. However this is certain, that Christ in them, cannot be meant of the light that is in every man, for that is by generation;
or christ who is the hope in them, that is, their hope of glory. 2. However this is certain, that christ in them, cannot be meant of the Light that is in every man, for that is by generation;
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but this Christ in them was only in the Saints, vers. 26. And by Preaching, whereby God made it known, which had been hid from ages and generations, vers. 25, 26, 27, 28.
but this christ in them was only in the Saints, vers. 26. And by Preaching, whereby God made it known, which had been hid from ages and generations, vers. 25, 26, 27, 28.
for that was as well under the first Covenant, but those who are specially called under the Gospel. 2. The meaning is not that they shall have no more teaching at all;
for that was as well under the First Covenant, but those who Are specially called under the Gospel. 2. The meaning is not that they shall have no more teaching At all;
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then Gods word had been broken, when Paul taught the knowledge of God, 2 Cor. 4. 6. But either the meaning is, they shall not teach by such obscure shadows or predictions as they did before,
then God's word had been broken, when Paul taught the knowledge of God, 2 Cor. 4. 6. But either the meaning is, they shall not teach by such Obscure shadows or predictions as they did before,
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but so plainly, as that they may with unveiled fact, behold the glory of the Lord, 2 Cor. 3. 18. which seems the most genuine meaning by Vers. 9, 10. Or in a comparative sense, their knowledge shall be so abundant,
but so plainly, as that they may with unveiled fact, behold the glory of the Lord, 2 Cor. 3. 18. which seems the most genuine meaning by Vers. 9, 10. Or in a comparative sense, their knowledge shall be so abundant,
Our Saviour hath taught us, Joh. 6. 45. to expound it of one sort of persons, those that have heard and learned of the Father, not all. 2. Nor can it be meant of that teaching, which is by the light within a man common to him, with every man besides;
Our Saviour hath taught us, John 6. 45. to expound it of one sort of Persons, those that have herd and learned of the Father, not all. 2. Nor can it be meant of that teaching, which is by the Light within a man Common to him, with every man beside;
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but that peculiar teaching of God by his Spirit and his Gospel, whereby a person cometh to Christ; that is believes in him, which is never by the meer light which each man hath in him by humane birth.
but that peculiar teaching of God by his Spirit and his Gospel, whereby a person comes to christ; that is believes in him, which is never by the mere Light which each man hath in him by humane birth.
Whence they would gather, that each mans light within him, or at least each persons light within him, who hath the Spirit of God, is sufficient to teach him without Scripture or Preacher, which is the thing they aime at, that there may be some colour to, make Scriptures and Preachers seem needless.
Whence they would gather, that each men Light within him, or At least each Persons Light within him, who hath the Spirit of God, is sufficient to teach him without Scripture or Preacher, which is the thing they aim At, that there may be Some colour to, make Scriptures and Preachers seem needless.
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whether Ebionites, Cerinthians, Nicolaitans, or Gnosticks, whom he terms Antichrists, Vers. 18, and 22, 23. He mentions their heresie, the denying the Father and the Son;
whither Ebionites, Cerinthians, Nicolaitans, or Gnostics, whom he terms Antichrists, Vers. 18, and 22, 23. He mentions their heresy, the denying the Father and the Son;
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Now how did that anointing teach them? Undoubtedly by the Apostles, as is manifest by Vers. 24. Let that therefore abide in you, which you have heard from the beginning, which is expressed plainly to be that, which he and other Apostles taught and declared unto them, Chap. 1. 1, 2, 3, 5. To which he saith, The Spirit beareth witness, 1 Joh. 5. 6. And saith, 1 Joh. 4. 6. We are of God, be that knoweth God heareth us, be that is not of God heareth not us;
Now how did that anointing teach them? Undoubtedly by the Apostles, as is manifest by Vers. 24. Let that Therefore abide in you, which you have herd from the beginning, which is expressed plainly to be that, which he and other Apostles taught and declared unto them, Chap. 1. 1, 2, 3, 5. To which he Says, The Spirit bears witness, 1 John 5. 6. And Says, 1 John 4. 6. We Are of God, be that Knoweth God hears us, be that is not of God hears not us;
Whence it is apparent, 1. That they only, not every man, have no need that any teach them, who have received the anointing. 2. That it is not meant, that they have no need of any mans teaching any thing at all;
Whence it is apparent, 1. That they only, not every man, have no need that any teach them, who have received the anointing. 2. That it is not meant, that they have no need of any men teaching any thing At all;
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but that they have no need of the seducers doctrine, pretended to be more exact and sublime. 3. That the teaching of the anointing was not by peculiar immediate revelation,
but that they have no need of the seducers Doctrine, pretended to be more exact and sublime. 3. That the teaching of the anointing was not by peculiar immediate Revelation,
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but by bearing witness to what the Apostles taught. 4. That they only that receive the doctrine of the Apostles, are taught by the anointing. 5. That when it is said, the same anointing taught them of all things;
but by bearing witness to what the Apostles taught. 4. That they only that receive the Doctrine of the Apostles, Are taught by the anointing. 5. That when it is said, the same anointing taught them of all things;
it is not meant of all things simply, for then they should have been omniscient, they should have known the day and hour in which the Son of man cometh;
it is not meant of all things simply, for then they should have been omniscient, they should have known the day and hour in which the Son of man comes;
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whereas Christ saith, the Father only knowes it, Mar. 13. 32. but of all those things concerning the Father and the Son, of whom the Hereticks pretended a deeper knowledge then the Apostles had.
whereas christ Says, the Father only knows it, Mar. 13. 32. but of all those things Concerning the Father and the Son, of whom the Heretics pretended a Deeper knowledge then the Apostles had.
nor a teaching of that anointing by peculiar immediate revelation, but by the Apostles preaching, which is the same with the doctrine of the Scriptures;
nor a teaching of that anointing by peculiar immediate Revelation, but by the Apostles preaching, which is the same with the Doctrine of the Scriptures;
It remains that I should say something of the other opinions mentioned, Serm. 5. concerning the certainty of Gods communicating that which shall be of saving import to every man, that useth his natural abilities faithfully and carefully,
It remains that I should say something of the other opinions mentioned, Sermon 5. Concerning the certainty of God's communicating that which shall be of Saving import to every man, that uses his natural abilities faithfully and carefully,
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though the Gospel were not taught them by any Preachers sent to them; and of those who hold that every man may be saved in his own Religion, if he live honestly;
though the Gospel were not taught them by any Preachers sent to them; and of those who hold that every man may be saved in his own Religion, if he live honestly;
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which tends to make Christs coming in the flesh unnecessary; Christian Religion and the preaching of the Gospel more then is simply necessary to salvaiion;
which tends to make Christ coming in the Flesh unnecessary; Christian Religion and the preaching of the Gospel more then is simply necessary to salvaiion;
so then they that are in the flesh cannot please God, Rom. 8. 7, 8. Now all they are supposed to be in the flesh who are not in the Spirit, Vers. 9. those two members comprehending all men:
so then they that Are in the Flesh cannot please God, Rom. 8. 7, 8. Now all they Are supposed to be in the Flesh who Are not in the Spirit, Vers. 9. those two members comprehending all men:
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and therefore the supposition of a faithfull and carefull use of natural abilities by every or any person of mankinde to come to God, is a supposition of an impossibility,
and Therefore the supposition of a faithful and careful use of natural abilities by every or any person of mankind to come to God, is a supposition of an impossibility,
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yet in that sense it will evince, that none of those men who have only natural abilities (by which they can never be made any other then corrupt trees) have or can have an inclination to use faithfully or carefully their natural abilities for God, but only for themselves;
yet in that sense it will evince, that none of those men who have only natural abilities (by which they can never be made any other then corrupt trees) have or can have an inclination to use faithfully or carefully their natural abilities for God, but only for themselves;
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so that if they do at any time enquire after God, it is by reason of some kinde of preventing work of God, not by any application of themselves faithfully and carefully to seek after God.
so that if they do At any time inquire After God, it is by reason of Some kind of preventing work of God, not by any application of themselves faithfully and carefully to seek After God.
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and imperfection of natural light to guide us to God, which prove that it is vainly supposed that any man, much less every man, either will or can in his meer natural estate, use his natural abilities faithfully and carefully to seek after God.
and imperfection of natural Light to guide us to God, which prove that it is vainly supposed that any man, much less every man, either will or can in his mere natural estate, use his natural abilities faithfully and carefully to seek After God.
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2. It is supposed, that he that doth thus use his natural abilities, shall receive from God yet further that which shall be of saving import and consequence.
2. It is supposed, that he that does thus use his natural abilities, shall receive from God yet further that which shall be of Saving import and consequence.
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yet there is no assurance that he shall receive from God that which is of saving consequence, which I prove thus: 1. If those Jewes and Gentiles who have used as well as they could their natural abilities, have not received from God that which is of saving import and consequence,
yet there is no assurance that he shall receive from God that which is of Saving consequence, which I prove thus: 1. If those Jews and Gentiles who have used as well as they could their natural abilities, have not received from God that which is of Saving import and consequence,
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then there is no assurance given of every mans receiving from God that which is of saving import and consequence, who shall faithfully and carefully use his natural abilities of reason and conscience. But the antecedent is true: Therefore also the consequent.
then there is no assurance given of every men receiving from God that which is of Saving import and consequence, who shall faithfully and carefully use his natural abilities of reason and conscience. But the antecedent is true: Therefore also the consequent.
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The young man mentioned, Mar. 10. 20. that observed all the Commandments from his youth, insomuch that it is said Christ loved him. Vers. 21. And that he was not far from the kingdome of God.
The young man mentioned, Mar. 10. 20. that observed all the commandments from his youth, insomuch that it is said christ loved him. Vers. 21. And that he was not Far from the Kingdom of God.
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And the Greeks which sought after wisdome, yet by wisdome knew not God, 1 Cor. 1. 21, 22. Therefore there is not assured that, which is of saving import to the well using natural abilities.
And the Greeks which sought After Wisdom, yet by Wisdom knew not God, 1 Cor. 1. 21, 22. Therefore there is not assured that, which is of Saving import to the well using natural abilities.
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2. If God use a clean contrary way to lay his right hand on the head of Ephraim, and his left on Manasseh; I mean to bless with saving grace the worst of the Gentiles,
2. If God use a clean contrary Way to lay his right hand on the head of Ephraim, and his left on Manasses; I mean to bless with Saving grace the worst of the Gentiles,
and to reject Jews most zealous of the law, then he gives not assurance of their receiving that which is of saving import and consequence, who faithfully and carefully use their natural abilities.
and to reject jews most zealous of the law, then he gives not assurance of their receiving that which is of Saving import and consequence, who faithfully and carefully use their natural abilities.
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and ascribe it entirely to Gods will as the adequate reason, then he doth not assure that which is of saving import and consequence to them, that use natural abilities faithfully and carefully.
and ascribe it entirely to God's will as the adequate reason, then he does not assure that which is of Saving import and consequence to them, that use natural abilities faithfully and carefully.
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not the former, because no works done by a man in the flesh please God, Rom. 8. 8. Without faith it is not possible to please God, Heb. 11. 6. Not the later;
not the former, Because no works done by a man in the Flesh please God, Rom. 8. 8. Without faith it is not possible to please God, Hebrew 11. 6. Not the later;
I will not enter into an accurate discussion of the meaning of this Text, nor ser down the various limitations with which it must be circumscribed, that it may be found true.
I will not enter into an accurate discussion of the meaning of this Text, nor sir down the various limitations with which it must be circumscribed, that it may be found true.
It is enough for the present purpose, 1. That the talents cannot be meant of natural abilities. 1. Because both the parables Mat. 25 1. 4. do express the occurrences pertaining to the kingdome of heaven:
It is enough for the present purpose, 1. That the Talents cannot be meant of natural abilities. 1. Because both the parables Mathew 25 1. 4. do express the occurrences pertaining to the Kingdom of heaven:
Therefore the use of the talents is the use of something pertaining to it, not of what is common to all humane kinde. 2. The talents are said to be given to servants, Vers. 14. Luk. 19. 13. Therefore the talents are not natural abilities which every man hath. 2. The speech must be meant of the Gospel, the hearing, understanding,
Therefore the use of the Talents is the use of something pertaining to it, not of what is Common to all humane kind. 2. The Talents Are said to be given to Servants, Vers. 14. Luk. 19. 13. Therefore the Talents Are not natural abilities which every man hath. 2. The speech must be meant of the Gospel, the hearing, understanding,
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and receiving of it. 1. Because the parable expresseth the occurrences belonging to the kingdome of heaven. 2. Because Mat. 13. 11, 12. it is made the reason why it was given to the disciples of Christ to know the mysteries of the kingdome,
and receiving of it. 1. Because the parable Expresses the occurrences belonging to the Kingdom of heaven. 2. Because Mathew 13. 11, 12. it is made the reason why it was given to the Disciples of christ to know the Mysteres of the Kingdom,
which had not been pertinent, if the promise of giving more were not to them that rightly hear and receive the word. 4. It is more fully cleared by Mar. 4. 23, 24, 25. where Christ having said, If any man have ears to hear let him hear, it is added, And he said unto them, Take heed what you hear;
which had not been pertinent, if the promise of giving more were not to them that rightly hear and receive the word. 4. It is more Fully cleared by Mar. 4. 23, 24, 25. where christ having said, If any man have ears to hear let him hear, it is added, And he said unto them, Take heed what you hear;
The sense then is, To him that hears the Gospel with an hearing ear and an obedient heart, more knowledge, comfort, spiritual abilities, and happiness shall be given;
The sense then is, To him that hears the Gospel with an hearing ear and an obedient heart, more knowledge, Comfort, spiritual abilities, and happiness shall be given;
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I said that the Text may be understood of this light two wayes, 1. That all who are enlightened with spiritual light to salvation, have it from Christ. 2. That he doth enlighten all sorts and nations of men with spiritual light. I shall consider both.
I said that the Text may be understood of this Light two ways, 1. That all who Are enlightened with spiritual Light to salvation, have it from christ. 2. That he does enlighten all sorts and Nations of men with spiritual Light. I shall Consider both.
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1. That all who are enlightened with spiritual light to salvation, have it from Christ, is the same with that which Christ saith, Joh. 14. 6. I am the way, the truth,
1. That all who Are enlightened with spiritual Light to salvation, have it from christ, is the same with that which christ Says, John 14. 6. I am the Way, the truth,
And it is proved in the several sorts of spiritual and saving light, that all who have them, have them from Christ. 1. There is the light of the knowledge of the glory of God, as the expression is, 2 Cor. 4. 6. and that is in the face of Jesus Christ.
And it is proved in the several sorts of spiritual and Saving Light, that all who have them, have them from christ. 1. There is the Light of the knowledge of the glory of God, as the expression is, 2 Cor. 4. 6. and that is in the face of jesus christ.
No man hath seen God at any time, the only begotten Son which is in the bosome of the Father, he hath declared him, Joh. 6. 46. Not that any man hath seen the Father, save he which is of God, he hath seen the Father.
No man hath seen God At any time, the only begotten Son which is in the bosom of the Father, he hath declared him, John 6. 46. Not that any man hath seen the Father, save he which is of God, he hath seen the Father.
and the glory that should follow, 1 Pet. 1. 11. 2. There is the light of peace with God, which is derived from Christ and no other. 2 Cor. 5. 18. And all things are of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ.
and the glory that should follow, 1 Pet. 1. 11. 2. There is the Light of peace with God, which is derived from christ and no other. 2 Cor. 5. 18. And all things Are of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by jesus christ.
Heb. 2. 17. Wherefore in all things it behoved him to be made like unto his brethren, that he might be a mercifull and faithfull high Priest in things pertaining to God, to make reconciliation for the sins of the people.
Hebrew 2. 17. Wherefore in all things it behooved him to be made like unto his brothers, that he might be a merciful and faithful high Priest in things pertaining to God, to make reconciliation for the Sins of the people.
and with his stripes we are healed, 1 Pet. 2. 24. who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we being dead unto sins should live unto righteousness, by whose stripes ye were healed, Col. 1. 19, 20. For it pleased the Father that in him should all fullness dwell,
and with his stripes we Are healed, 1 Pet. 2. 24. who his own self bore our Sins in his own body on the tree, that we being dead unto Sins should live unto righteousness, by whose stripes you were healed, Col. 1. 19, 20. For it pleased the Father that in him should all fullness dwell,
and (having made peace through the Blood of his Cross) by him to reconcile all things to himself, by him I say whether they be things in Earth or things in Heaven.
and (having made peace through the Blood of his Cross) by him to reconcile all things to himself, by him I say whither they be things in Earth or things in Heaven.
All then that have the light of righteousness and peace with God, have it from Jesus Christ, who is therefore termed by the Prophet Isai. 9. 6. the Prince of peace, and was represented by Melchizedeck King of Salem, that is, Heb. 7. 2. first being by interpretation King of righteousness,
All then that have the Light of righteousness and peace with God, have it from jesus christ, who is Therefore termed by the Prophet Isaiah 9. 6. the Prince of peace, and was represented by Melchizedeck King of Salem, that is, Hebrew 7. 2. First being by Interpretation King of righteousness,
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and rejoyce in Christ Jesus, and have no confidence in the flesh, Rom. 5. 10, 11. For if when we were enemies we were reconciled to God by the death of his Son:
and rejoice in christ jesus, and have no confidence in the Flesh, Rom. 5. 10, 11. For if when we were enemies we were reconciled to God by the death of his Son:
And not only so, but we also joy in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom we have now received the Atonement, Col. 1. 27. which is Christ in you the hope of glory, Phil. 2. 1. If there be any consolation in Christ, 2 Cor. 1. 5. For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us,
And not only so, but we also joy in God through our Lord jesus christ, by whom we have now received the Atonement, Col. 1. 27. which is christ in you the hope of glory, Philip 2. 1. If there be any consolation in christ, 2 Cor. 1. 5. For as the sufferings of christ abound in us,
so our consolation also aboundeth by Christ, Eph. 3. 12. In whom we have boldness and access with confidence by the faith of him, Eph. 2. 11, 12. Wherefore remember, that ye being in time passed Gentiles in the flesh, that at that time ye were without Christ being aliens from the Commonwealth of Israel,
so our consolation also Aboundeth by christ, Ephesians 3. 12. In whom we have boldness and access with confidence by the faith of him, Ephesians 2. 11, 12. Wherefore Remember, that you being in time passed Gentiles in the Flesh, that At that time you were without christ being aliens from the Commonwealth of Israel,
When they were without Christ they had no hope, 1 Thes. 4. 13. whereby it is evinced that all spirituall joy in God, all the comfort against death and wrath to come, all the courage and boldness and confidence before God, all the hope of the glory of God in which they rejoyce, Rom. 5. 2. all the spirituall strength they have to endure and do is from Christ, Phil. 4. 13. It is the peace of God which passeth all understanding, which keeps mens hearts and minds through Christ Jesus, v. 7. The light of life, as it is termed, John 8. 12. the inheritance of the Saints in light, Col. 1. 12. is from Christ and him only. 1 John 5. 11. And this is the record, that God hath given to us eternall life,
When they were without christ they had no hope, 1 Thebes 4. 13. whereby it is evinced that all spiritual joy in God, all the Comfort against death and wrath to come, all the courage and boldness and confidence before God, all the hope of the glory of God in which they rejoice, Rom. 5. 2. all the spiritual strength they have to endure and doe is from christ, Philip 4. 13. It is the peace of God which passes all understanding, which keeps men's hearts and minds through christ jesus, v. 7. The Light of life, as it is termed, John 8. 12. the inheritance of the Saints in Light, Col. 1. 12. is from christ and him only. 1 John 5. 11. And this is the record, that God hath given to us Eternal life,
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and of the gift of righteousness, shall reign in life by one Jesus Christ. Therefore as by the offence of one judgement came upon all men to condemnation:
and of the gift of righteousness, shall Reign in life by one jesus christ. Therefore as by the offence of one judgement Come upon all men to condemnation:
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1 Cor 1. 30, 31. But of him are ye in Cerist Jesus, who of God is made unto us wisedome and righteousness and sanctification and redemption, that according as it is written, he that glorifieth let him glory in the Lord.
1 Cor 1. 30, 31. But of him Are you in Christ jesus, who of God is made unto us Wisdom and righteousness and sanctification and redemption, that according as it is written, he that Glorifieth let him glory in the Lord.
and understand his will and counsell is from Christs irradiation, in whom are hid all the treasures of knowledge and wisdome, Col. 2. 3. that all our light of peace and amity and favour with God is communicated to us by the appearing of Jesus Christ in mans horizon, without which there would have been an eclipse of the light of Gods countenance for ever, that all our joy in the holy Ghost, our everlasting consolation, boldness, courage,
and understand his will and counsel is from Christ irradiation, in whom Are hid all the treasures of knowledge and Wisdom, Col. 2. 3. that all our Light of peace and amity and favour with God is communicated to us by the appearing of jesus christ in men horizon, without which there would have been an eclipse of the Light of God's countenance for ever, that all our joy in the holy Ghost, our everlasting consolation, boldness, courage,
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that our eternall life, glory, salvation, is from Christ his resurrection and appearing, without which an everlasting night of torment and horrour had scized on us, we had been in utter darkness, where is nothing but weeping and wailing and gnashing of teeth.
that our Eternal life, glory, salvation, is from christ his resurrection and appearing, without which an everlasting night of torment and horror had scized on us, we had been in utter darkness, where is nothing but weeping and wailing and gnashing of teeth.
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The other sense of the Text is, That the light of Christ is not confined to the Jewes, but extended to the Gentiles, that he doth with spirituall light inlighten all sorts and Nations of Men, according to the prediction of Simeon, Luke 2. 32. Mine eyes have seen thy salvation, which thou hast prepared before the face of all people, a light to lighten the Gentiles,
The other sense of the Text is, That the Light of christ is not confined to the Jews, but extended to the Gentiles, that he does with spiritual Light inlighten all sorts and nations of Men, according to the prediction of Simeon, Lycia 2. 32. Mine eyes have seen thy salvation, which thou hast prepared before the face of all people, a Light to lighten the Gentiles,
and given to a Nation bringing forth the fruites thereof, as Christ speakes, Mat. 21. 43. for which the chief Priests and Pharisees sought to lay hands on him, v. 46. And when Paul had made a Narration of his converson,
and given to a nation bringing forth the fruits thereof, as christ speaks, Mathew 21. 43. for which the chief Priests and Pharisees sought to lay hands on him, v. 46. And when Paul had made a Narration of his converson,
for it is not fit that he should live, Acts 22. 21, 22. So odious and abominable was the mention of the calling of the Gentiles to be the people of God.
for it is not fit that he should live, Acts 22. 21, 22. So odious and abominable was the mention of the calling of the Gentiles to be the people of God.
And yet (so great was the blindness of the Jewes in reading the Prophets) the thing was frequently and plainly foretold by the Prophets, Isa. 42. 1, 4. Behold my servant whom I uphold, mine elect in whom my soul delighteth:
And yet (so great was the blindness of the Jews in reading the prophets) the thing was frequently and plainly foretold by the prophets, Isaiah 42. 1, 4. Behold my servant whom I uphold, mine elect in whom my soul delights:
I have put my spirit upon him, he shall bring forth judgment unto victory. He shall not fail nor be discouraged, till he have set judgment in the earth,
I have put my Spirit upon him, he shall bring forth judgement unto victory. He shall not fail nor be discouraged, till he have Set judgement in the earth,
and will hold thine hand and will keep thee, and give thee for a Covenant of the people for a light of the Gentiles to open the blind eyes, to bring out the Prisoners from the Prison,
and will hold thine hand and will keep thee, and give thee for a Covenant of the people for a Light of the Gentiles to open the blind eyes, to bring out the Prisoners from the Prison,
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and them that sit in darkness out of the Prison-house, Isa. 49. 9. And he said, It is a light thing that thou shouldst be my servant to raise up the Tribes of Jacob,
and them that fit in darkness out of the Prison house, Isaiah 49. 9. And he said, It is a Light thing that thou Shouldst be my servant to raise up the Tribes of Jacob,
I will also give thee for a light to the Gentiles, that thou maist be my salvation unto the ends of the earth, from which place Simeon seemes to have taken his expression, Luke 2. 31, 32. and is alleadged by Paul Acts 13. 47. to that end, Isa. 55. 5. Behold thou shalt call a Nation that thou knowest not,
I will also give thee for a Light to the Gentiles, that thou Mayest be my salvation unto the ends of the earth, from which place Simeon seems to have taken his expression, Lycia 2. 31, 32. and is alleged by Paul Acts 13. 47. to that end, Isaiah 55. 5. Behold thou shalt call a nation that thou Knowest not,
John 9. 5. As long as I am in the world I am in the light of the world, John 12. 46. I am come a light into the world, that whosoever believeth on me should not walk in darkness.
John 9. 5. As long as I am in the world I am in the Light of the world, John 12. 46. I am come a Light into the world, that whosoever Believeth on me should not walk in darkness.
Whereby the term [ world ] is meant specially the Gentiles, as the Apostle useth it, Rom. 11. 12. according to that speech of Christ John 12. 31, 32. Now is the judgement of this world,
Whereby the term [ world ] is meant specially the Gentiles, as the Apostle uses it, Rom. 11. 12. according to that speech of christ John 12. 31, 32. Now is the judgement of this world,
Which thing our Lord Christ insinuated in the parables of the invitation of all sorts in the high wayes to the marriage of the Kings Son, Mat. 22. 9, 10. and to the great Supper, Luke 14. 22. and the prodigall Son, Luke 15. 32. and more plainly foretold John 10. 16. And other sheep I have which are not of this fold:
Which thing our Lord christ insinuated in the parables of the invitation of all sorts in the high ways to the marriage of the Kings Son, Mathew 22. 9, 10. and to the great Supper, Lycia 14. 22. and the prodigal Son, Lycia 15. 32. and more plainly foretold John 10. 16. And other sheep I have which Are not of this fold:
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For though our Lord Christ Mat. 15. 24. saith, I am not sent but unto the lost sheep of the house of Israel, and commanded his twelve Apostles Mat. 10. 5;
For though our Lord christ Mathew 15. 24. Says, I am not sent but unto the lost sheep of the house of Israel, and commanded his twelve Apostles Mathew 10. 5;
but go rather to the lost sheep of the house of Israel, yet did he begin to Preach to Galilee of the Gentiles, so that the people which sate in darkness saw great light:
but go rather to the lost sheep of the house of Israel, yet did he begin to Preach to Galilee of the Gentiles, so that the people which sat in darkness saw great Light:
and to them which sate in the Region and shadow •f death light was sprung up Mat. 4. 5, 16. and when the woman of Canaan pleaded for her self and her daughter, that though she were a Dog, yet the Dogs eat of the crumbs that fall from their Masters table, Mat. 15. 27. Jesus answered and said unto her, O woman great is thy faith:
and to them which sat in the Region and shadow •f death Light was sprung up Mathew 4. 5, 16. and when the woman of Canaan pleaded for her self and her daughter, that though she were a Dog, yet the Dogs eat of the crumbs that fallen from their Masters table, Mathew 15. 27. jesus answered and said unto her, Oh woman great is thy faith:
be it unto thee even as thou wilt, and our Lord Christ did Preach himself to be Christ to a woman of a City of Samaria, called Sychar, who was thereby brought to believe on him with many of that City, John 4. 41. And after his resurrection he gave express commission to his Apostles to make Disciples of all Nations, Mat. 28. 19. to go into all the world,
be it unto thee even as thou wilt, and our Lord christ did Preach himself to be christ to a woman of a city of Samaria, called Sychar, who was thereby brought to believe on him with many of that city, John 4. 41. And After his resurrection he gave express commission to his Apostles to make Disciples of all nations, Mathew 28. 19. to go into all the world,
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and to Preach the Gospell to every Creature, Mark 16. 15. appointing all sorts of Disciples to be Baptized in all Nations, according to which injunction, they went forth and Preached every where, the Lord working with them,
and to Preach the Gospel to every Creature, Mark 16. 15. appointing all sorts of Disciples to be Baptised in all nations, according to which injunction, they went forth and Preached every where, the Lord working with them,
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and confirming the word with signes following, v. 20. And when Poter stuck at it to go to the Gentiles when Cornelius sent to him, God resolves him by a vision and a charge of the spirit with the descent of the spirit upon them, that he bad also to the Gentiles granted repentance unto life, Acts 11. 18. which thing he alleadged in the Councell at Jerusalem, Acts 15. 7. when he said, Men and Brethren, ye know that a good while ago God made choice among us, that the Gentiles by my mouth should hear the Word of the Gospel and believe,
and confirming the word with Signs following, v. 20. And when Poter stuck At it to go to the Gentiles when Cornelius sent to him, God resolves him by a vision and a charge of the Spirit with the descent of the Spirit upon them, that he bade also to the Gentiles granted Repentance unto life, Acts 11. 18. which thing he alleged in the Council At Jerusalem, Acts 15. 7. when he said, Men and Brothers, you know that a good while ago God made choice among us, that the Gentiles by my Mouth should hear the Word of the Gospel and believe,
To whom James assented adding v. 14, 15, 16, 17. Simeon hath declared how God at the first did visit the Gentiles to take out of them a people for his name,
To whom James assented adding v. 14, 15, 16, 17. Simeon hath declared how God At the First did visit the Gentiles to take out of them a people for his name,
Which thing was also made known to Ananias concerning Paul, when he was told, that he was a chosen vessel unto him to bear his name before the Gentiles,
Which thing was also made known to Ananias Concerning Paul, when he was told, that he was a chosen vessel unto him to bear his name before the Gentiles,
Whence he took it that the Gospel of the uncircumcission was committed to him, Gal. 3. 7. that he was a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and verity, 1 Tim. 2. 7. which thing he counted his speciall priviledge, Eph. 3. 8, 9. Unto me who am less then the least of all Saints is this grace given that I should Preach among the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ,
Whence he took it that the Gospel of the uncircumcission was committed to him, Gal. 3. 7. that he was a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and verity, 1 Tim. 2. 7. which thing he counted his special privilege, Ephesians 3. 8, 9. Unto me who am less then the least of all Saints is this grace given that I should Preach among the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of christ,
and NONLATINALPHABET (the phrase in the text) to enlighten all men, or make all men see what is the fellowship of the mystery, which from the beginning of the world hath been hid in God, who created all things by Jesus Christ.
and (the phrase in the text) to enlighten all men, or make all men see what is the fellowship of the mystery, which from the beginning of the world hath been hid in God, who created all things by jesus christ.
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Hence in the setting down the great mystery of godliness 1 Tim. 3. 16. this is one chief point, that God was manifested in the flesh Preached to the Gentiles,
Hence in the setting down the great mystery of godliness 1 Tim. 3. 16. this is one chief point, that God was manifested in the Flesh Preached to the Gentiles,
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For which reason it is said Tit. 2. 11. that the saving grace of God hath appeared or shined to all men, and so Christ inlightens every man that cometh into the world with spirituall saving light.
For which reason it is said Tit. 2. 11. that the Saving grace of God hath appeared or shined to all men, and so christ inlightens every man that comes into the world with spiritual Saving Light.
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and in like manner he doth now to those who never heard the Gospell, in an universall calling to the knowledge of his grace in Christ by his beneficence and patience towards all men,
and in like manner he does now to those who never herd the Gospel, in an universal calling to the knowledge of his grace in christ by his beneficence and patience towards all men,
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then hath God also to the Gentiles granted repentance unto life, which shews that they gathered that God had granted repentance unto life to the Gentiles, in that the Gospel was sent to him,
then hath God also to the Gentiles granted Repentance unto life, which shows that they gathered that God had granted Repentance unto life to the Gentiles, in that the Gospel was sent to him,
and came to the knowledg of God, not meerly by use of naturall abilities, but by the Law and the Prophets, which acquainted him with the promise of Christ.
and Come to the knowledge of God, not merely by use of natural abilities, but by the Law and the prophets, which acquainted him with the promise of christ.
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If it be said that Rom. 2. 4. it is said, Or despisest thou the riches of his goodness and forbearance and long suffering, not knowing that the goodness of God leadeth thee to repentance, it is granted;
If it be said that Rom. 2. 4. it is said, Or Despisest thou the riches of his Goodness and forbearance and long suffering, not knowing that the Goodness of God leads thee to Repentance, it is granted;
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but it doth not follow therefore that the bare observation of Gods goodness, patience and forbearance was a sufficient direction to lead them unto repentance unto life, which could not be without the intervention of that Mediator and sacrifice, who could not be discerned by that direction alone.
but it does not follow Therefore that the bore observation of God's Goodness, patience and forbearance was a sufficient direction to led them unto Repentance unto life, which could not be without the intervention of that Mediator and sacrifice, who could not be discerned by that direction alone.
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2. If there had been such a direction to come to God, the mystery of the Gospel and the grace of God could not be said to be kept secret since the world began,
2. If there had been such a direction to come to God, the mystery of the Gospel and the grace of God could not be said to be kept secret since the world began,
and made manifest to all Nations, then by the Scriptures of the Prophets, Rom. 16. 25, 26. it had not been the hidden wisdome of God in a mystery as it is termed, 1 Cor. 2. 7. Which was from the beginning of the world hid in God, Eph. 3. 9. From ages and generations, Col. 1. 26. but had been revealed before by his patience, goodness,
and made manifest to all nations, then by the Scriptures of the prophets, Rom. 16. 25, 26. it had not been the hidden Wisdom of God in a mystery as it is termed, 1 Cor. 2. 7. Which was from the beginning of the world hid in God, Ephesians 3. 9. From ages and generations, Col. 1. 26. but had been revealed before by his patience, Goodness,
yet the Apostle by way of allusion makes use of them only to shew that since the Apostles Preached the Gospell, the Word of God was made known to all Nations for the obedience of faith, as it is, Rom. 16. 26. and this to be his meaning appears from v 14, 15, 16, 17. whence the hearing mentioned v. 18. appears to be of the word of faith by Preachers sent, who bring the glad tidings of good things, Preach the Gospel of peace,
yet the Apostle by Way of allusion makes use of them only to show that since the Apostles Preached the Gospel, the Word of God was made known to all nations for the Obedience of faith, as it is, Rom. 16. 26. and this to be his meaning appears from v 14, 15, 16, 17. whence the hearing mentioned v. 18. appears to be of the word of faith by Preachers sent, who bring the glad tidings of good things, Preach the Gospel of peace,
If it be said that Col. 1. 23. the Gospel is said to be Preached in every Creature under Heaven, I grant that the particle in the Greek is &, which commonly is translated in, but there it is to be translated to, being redundant,
If it be said that Col. 1. 23. the Gospel is said to be Preached in every Creature under Heaven, I grant that the particle in the Greek is &, which commonly is translated in, but there it is to be translated to, being redundant,
but also by the words may appear, sith the Gospell Preached is said to be heard by them, of which Paul was a Minister; and were it to have the sense, which those which read [ in ] would have, it should not be restrained to every Creature under Heaven, sith in the Heavens according to their sense the Gospell is as much,
but also by the words may appear, sith the Gospel Preached is said to be herd by them, of which Paul was a Minister; and were it to have the sense, which those which read [ in ] would have, it should not be restrained to every Creature under Heaven, sith in the Heavens according to their sense the Gospel is as much,
But the Apostle doth expresly deny this, 1 Cor. 2. 9, 10, 11, 12. saying not only that they have not entered into the heart of man, but also that they are the deep things of God revealed by his Spirit, not to be known but by it,
But the Apostle does expressly deny this, 1 Cor. 2. 9, 10, 11, 12. saying not only that they have not entered into the heart of man, but also that they Are the deep things of God revealed by his Spirit, not to be known but by it,
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4. If there had been a sufficient direction in the acts of divine common providence towards all men to lead us to the enquiery and knowledg of Gods grace in Christ then there had been an universall calling thereby.
4. If there had been a sufficient direction in the acts of divine Common providence towards all men to led us to the inquiry and knowledge of God's grace in christ then there had been an universal calling thereby.
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But the Apostle denies mens calling to the communion of Gods grace to be universall, 1 Cor. 1. 9, 24, 26. therefore there is not an universall objective grace or sufficient direction in acts of common divine providence to lead us to Gods grace.
But the Apostle Denies men's calling to the communion of God's grace to be universal, 1 Cor. 1. 9, 24, 26. Therefore there is not an universal objective grace or sufficient direction in acts of Common divine providence to led us to God's grace.
I answer it is true, and the next v. 20. shews that if NONLATINALPHABET be to be read, not, what may be known, but what ought to be known of God, as that Author would have it, yet v. 19. it is not said, all that ought to be known of God was revealed to them, not the counsell of Gods grace in reconciling them to himself,
I answer it is true, and the next v. 20. shows that if be to be read, not, what may be known, but what ought to be known of God, as that Author would have it, yet v. 19. it is not said, all that ought to be known of God was revealed to them, not the counsel of God's grace in reconciling them to himself,
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but only his eternall power and godhead, which are understood by the things that are made, v. 20. and the evill of some sins and necessity of some duties, Rom. 2. 14. and that the effect of these is not conversion to God but inexcusableness, Rom. 1. 20. and 2. 15.
but only his Eternal power and godhead, which Are understood by the things that Are made, v. 20. and the evil of Some Sins and necessity of Some duties, Rom. 2. 14. and that the Effect of these is not conversion to God but inexcusableness, Rom. 1. 20. and 2. 15.
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nor the written Law or Prophets sent to them the times of ignorance which God winked at or overlooked, and by the Apostles then commanded every man every where to repent, suffering all Nations in times past to walk in their own wayes then he did not by his acts of common providence sufficiently direct men to attain to his grace.
nor the written Law or prophets sent to them the times of ignorance which God winked At or overlooked, and by the Apostles then commanded every man every where to Repent, suffering all nations in times past to walk in their own ways then he did not by his acts of Common providence sufficiently Direct men to attain to his grace.
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and fruitfull seasons filling our hearts with foode and gladness, and Acts 17. 25. that he giveth to all life and breath and all things, that he made all Nations of one bloud,
and fruitful seasons filling our hearts with food and gladness, and Acts 17. 25. that he gives to all life and breath and all things, that he made all nations of one blood,
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but it is denied that the thing witnessed thereby, was that gracious and good affection which he beares unto the world through Jesus Christ, his inclination unto peace with men upon their repentance, as the said Pagans debt p. 12. For those acts of providence do not so much as shew, that by one meanes or other God is taken off from the rigor of his justice and severity of his wrath against sinners, but only that he deferres it;
but it is denied that the thing witnessed thereby, was that gracious and good affection which he bears unto the world through jesus christ, his inclination unto peace with men upon their Repentance, as the said Pagans debt p. 12. For those acts of providence do not so much as show, that by one means or other God is taken off from the rigor of his Justice and severity of his wrath against Sinners, but only that he defers it;
nor is it true that what is related Acts 14. 17. is all the Evangelicall Doctrine Preached at Lystra by Paul, for it is said before v. 7. that they were at Lystra, NONLATINALPHABET Preacbing the Gospel. Nor is it consequent, that because the Apostle faith, Heb. 11. 6. He that cometh unto God must believe that he is,
nor is it true that what is related Acts 14. 17. is all the Evangelical Doctrine Preached At Lystra by Paul, for it is said before v. 7. that they were At Lystra, Preacbing the Gospel. Nor is it consequent, that Because the Apostle faith, Hebrew 11. 6. He that comes unto God must believe that he is,
and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently him, that therefore this is all the faith or beliefe that the Apostles makes simply and absolutely necessary to bring a man unto God, i. e.
and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently him, that Therefore this is all the faith or belief that the Apostles makes simply and absolutely necessary to bring a man unto God, i. e.
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For then many of the Gentiles had been brought into Gods favour without faith in Christ contrary to Eph. 2. 12. John 14. 6. Acts 4. 12. 1 John 5. 11, 12.
For then many of the Gentiles had been brought into God's favour without faith in christ contrary to Ephesians 2. 12. John 14. 6. Acts 4. 12. 1 John 5. 11, 12.
7. If it were so that the acts of Gods beneficence Acts 14. 17. testified his gracious affection unto the world through Jesus Christ, then we might believe by reasoning without Preaching,
7. If it were so that the acts of God's beneficence Acts 14. 17. testified his gracious affection unto the world through jesus christ, then we might believe by reasoning without Preaching,
8. If there were no more faith absolutely necessary to bring a man to God then the belief of Gods being and reward of diligent seeking then a faith short of belief in Christ, would purifie the heart and save, yea workes would save;
8. If there were no more faith absolutely necessary to bring a man to God then the belief of God's being and reward of diligent seeking then a faith short of belief in christ, would purify the heart and save, yea works would save;
and boasting might be excluded and Christ might be all in all, Eph. 2. 7, 8, 9. Eph. 1. 3. 1 Cor. 1. 29, 30, 31. 2 Tim. 1. 9, 10. Tit. 3. 4, 5. therefore that opinion is to be rejected as making Christianity unnecessary,
and boasting might be excluded and christ might be all in all, Ephesians 2. 7, 8, 9. Ephesians 1. 3. 1 Cor. 1. 29, 30, 31. 2 Tim. 1. 9, 10. Tit. 3. 4, 5. Therefore that opinion is to be rejected as making Christianity unnecessary,
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and again Esaias saith, There shall be a root of Jesse, and he that shall rise to reign over the Gentiles, in him shall the Gentiles trust, Rom. 15. 9, 10, 11, 12. There are a company of bastard Christians,
and again Isaiah Says, There shall be a root of Jesse, and he that shall rise to Reign over the Gentiles, in him shall the Gentiles trust, Rom. 15. 9, 10, 11, 12. There Are a company of bastard Christians,
and therefore are so far from magnifying the love of God in sending Christ to be a light to the Gentiles, that they rather profanely deride the esteem of it,
and Therefore Are so Far from magnifying the love of God in sending christ to be a Light to the Gentiles, that they rather profanely deride the esteem of it,
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were such persons sensible of the state of the world afore Christs comming in the flesh, the barbarous rudeness, the abominable idolatry, the horrible cruelty, the beastly uncleanness, the notorious perfidiousness that the best of those Nations were inured to, they would prize more the light of Christ, and preaching of the Gospell.
were such Persons sensible of the state of the world afore Christ coming in the Flesh, the barbarous rudeness, the abominable idolatry, the horrible cruelty, the beastly uncleanness, the notorious perfidiousness that the best of those nations were inured to, they would prize more the Light of christ, and preaching of the Gospel.
even a song of thanksgiving to our God, and joyn in comfort with the Prophet our praecentor Isa. 54. 1. Sing O barren thou that didst not bear, break forth into singing,
even a song of thanksgiving to our God, and join in Comfort with the Prophet our preceptor Isaiah 54. 1. Sing Oh barren thou that didst not bear, break forth into singing,
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No not to the younger Students if they read them with a Christian eye, and a sound judgment, which is to be an Index Expurgatorius of many passages in them:
No not to the younger Students if they read them with a Christian eye, and a found judgement, which is to be an Index Expurgatorius of many passages in them:
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before the Gospell, they may justly expect to be lashed by God, as one of the Fathers is said to be for his inordinate affection and immoderate delight in Ciceroes works.
before the Gospel, they may justly expect to be lashed by God, as one of the Father's is said to be for his inordinate affection and immoderate delight in Cicero's works.
and humane wisedome and virtue we have our selves, or discern in others Writings or examples, that yet we chiefly eye and follow the grand light the Sun of righteousness the Lord Jesus learning him, by studying the great counsell of God which he revealed and denying our selves take up our Cross and follow him as his Disciples.
and humane Wisdom and virtue we have our selves, or discern in Others Writings or Examples, that yet we chiefly eye and follow the grand Light the Sun of righteousness the Lord jesus learning him, by studying the great counsel of God which he revealed and denying our selves take up our Cross and follow him as his Disciples.
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Besides the evidence out of holy Scripture, to prove him to have been sent from God a light into the world, the accomplishment of what he foretold, the success of his errand which he declared with the great wisdome and holiness in all his sayings and doings, do amply confirm it.
Beside the evidence out of holy Scripture, to prove him to have been sent from God a Light into the world, the accomplishment of what he foretold, the success of his errand which he declared with the great Wisdom and holiness in all his sayings and doings, do amply confirm it.
but in the great business of reconciling man to God, erecting the kingdome of heaven, and the coming of the Messiah to judgement, were as blinde as Moles.
but in the great business of reconciling man to God, erecting the Kingdom of heaven, and the coming of the Messiah to judgement, were as blind as Moles.
No man hath ascended up to heaven, but he that came down from heaven, even the Son of man being in heaven, Joh. 3. 13. No man hath seen God at any time, the only begotten Son which is in the bosome of the Father he hath declared him, Joh. 1. 18. Compare Gospel precepts and promises with the most accurate sayings of any other Writers not divinely inspired,
No man hath ascended up to heaven, but he that Come down from heaven, even the Son of man being in heaven, John 3. 13. No man hath seen God At any time, the only begotten Son which is in the bosom of the Father he hath declared him, John 1. 18. Compare Gospel Precepts and promises with the most accurate sayings of any other Writers not divinely inspired,
Indeed the things are such as none but a holy person would declare, they are so opposite to sin and ungodliness, specially when they did inevitably exasperate mens rage, and procure persecution unto death.
Indeed the things Are such as none but a holy person would declare, they Are so opposite to since and ungodliness, specially when they did inevitably exasperate men's rage, and procure persecution unto death.
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They are such as none could declare but he that came from God; they are so agreeable to what the Prophets and holy men of old delivered; so much advancing Gods glory; overthrowing Satans kingdome; and leading men to God:
They Are such as none could declare but he that Come from God; they Are so agreeable to what the prophets and holy men of old Delivered; so much advancing God's glory; overthrowing Satan Kingdom; and leading men to God:
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himself, his Apostles, the preaching of the Gospel throughout the world, the persecutions of his Disciples, the propagating of his Church, the destruction of Jerusalem, the giving of the holy Ghost, his death, resurrection, ascension, the dispossessing Satan of his Empire in the world, the conversion of the Gentiles;
himself, his Apostles, the preaching of the Gospel throughout the world, the persecutions of his Disciples, the propagating of his Church, the destruction of Jerusalem, the giving of the holy Ghost, his death, resurrection, Ascension, the dispossessing Satan of his Empire in the world, the conversion of the Gentiles;
which are all accomplished, besides many other things not yet finished, but yet in fieri, in doing (of which the things already done, besides the signes of the nearness of their accomplishment, do give firm assurance) do make infallible proof of Christs being that true light which enlightens the world.
which Are all accomplished, beside many other things not yet finished, but yet in fieri, in doing (of which the things already done, beside the Signs of the nearness of their accomplishment, do give firm assurance) do make infallible proof of Christ being that true Light which enlightens the world.
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for no man can do these miracles that thou dost, except God be with him, Ioh. 3. 2. The Devil hath attempted to raise some up, who might as Christs apes make shew of doing such things as Christ and his Apostles did;
for no man can do these Miracles that thou dost, except God be with him, John 3. 2. The devil hath attempted to raise Some up, who might as Christ Apes make show of doing such things as christ and his Apostles did;
Neither Julian, nor the Iewes of the first ages, nor other adversaries of Christ, though great impugners of Christianity, could ever evince any falshood in the Evangelists relations of Christ and his acts.
Neither Julian, nor the Iewes of the First ages, nor other Adversaries of christ, though great impugners of Christianity, could ever evince any falsehood in the Evangelists relations of christ and his acts.
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The witnesses of them though persons of understandidg and intergrity, laid down their lives in testimony of them, notwithstanding the sorest tortures used to force them to a denial, in spight of all the practices of the Devil;
The Witnesses of them though Persons of understandidg and integrity, laid down their lives in testimony of them, notwithstanding the Sorest tortures used to force them to a denial, in spite of all the practices of the devil;
yet the preaching of Christ crucified, prevailed to pull down the Idols of the Nations, and to bring in a sort the known world to the obedience of the faith.
yet the preaching of christ Crucified, prevailed to pull down the Idols of the nations, and to bring in a sort the known world to the Obedience of the faith.
Though the lewes contradicted and blasphemed, the Roman Emperours raged, Lucian jeered, Libanius wrangled, Julian calumniated, Papists corrupt, Gnosticks, Hereticks, Fanaticks, Quakers, adulterate and cloud the truth of Christ, they do but piss against the Sun;
Though the lewes contradicted and blasphemed, the Roman emperors raged, Lucian jeered, Libanius wrangled, Julian calumniated, Papists corrupt, Gnostics, Heretics, Fanatics, Quakers, adulterate and cloud the truth of christ, they do but piss against the Sun;
or spiritual help to holiness, or heavenly directions, do they give to lead men to God, better then Christ hath done? May you not discern a vain-glorious spirit, a self-seeking, proud, carnal spirit in them? What do their censures of others shew,
or spiritual help to holiness, or heavenly directions, do they give to led men to God, better then christ hath done? May you not discern a vainglorious Spirit, a self-seeking, proud, carnal Spirit in them? What do their censures of Others show,
but a desire to hide their falshood, and to insinuate into the affections of those unwary souls, whom they would ensnare? What do all the devices of Jesuits, Popes,
but a desire to hide their falsehood, and to insinuate into the affections of those unwary Souls, whom they would ensnare? What do all the devices of Jesuits, Popes,
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and their own domineeting over mens consciences under him? What is there in their conclave but policy? In their Council of Treat but deceit? In their Iesuits and Casuists but juggling? Have not the Jansenists proved them so versatile in their determinations,
and their own domineeting over men's Consciences under him? What is there in their conclave but policy? In their Council of Treat but deceit? In their Iesuits and Casuists but juggling? Have not the Jansenists proved them so versatile in their determinations,
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as to make their resolutions such as might fit all humours? What is there but fraud in their doctrine and practice, about keeping faith with Hereticks, deposing, destroying Princes excommunicate by the Pope, equivocating answers upon oath with mental reservations? And shall we go after such Masters,
as to make their resolutions such as might fit all humours? What is there but fraud in their Doctrine and practice, about keeping faith with Heretics, deposing, destroying Princes excommunicate by the Pope, equivocating answers upon oath with mental reservations? And shall we go After such Masters,
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and leave Christ? Remember we that one is our Master, even Christ, Mat. 23. 10. And when any shall sollicite us, either not to adhere to Christ as our teacher, be it under pretence of being Christs infallible Vicar;
and leave christ? remember we that one is our Master, even christ, Mathew 23. 10. And when any shall solicit us, either not to adhere to christ as our teacher, be it under pretence of being Christ infallible Vicar;
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Forget not that Christ hath warned you, that if any shall say unto you, lo here is Christ or there, believe it not, Mat. 24. 23. Say as Paul, Gal. 1. 9. If any man or Angel preach any other Gospel then is taught, by Christ, let him be accursed.
Forget not that christ hath warned you, that if any shall say unto you, lo Here is christ or there, believe it not, Mathew 24. 23. Say as Paul, Gal. 1. 9. If any man or Angel preach any other Gospel then is taught, by christ, let him be accursed.
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We will not venture our lives upon Mountebanks, and will we venture our souls upon deceivers? Shall we follow our own conceits which so often prove foolish,
We will not venture our lives upon Mountebanks, and will we venture our Souls upon deceivers? Shall we follow our own conceits which so often prove foolish,
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and neglect Christs doctrine which alwayes proves wise and safe? No, no, let us answer as Peter did for the rest of the Apostles, Lord to whom shall we go, thou hast the words of eternal life,
and neglect Christ Doctrine which always Proves wise and safe? No, no, let us answer as Peter did for the rest of the Apostles, Lord to whom shall we go, thou hast the words of Eternal life,
and we believe and are sure that thou art that Christ the Son of the living God, Ioh. 6. 68, 69. Oh that I could finde your mindes so established in the truth,
and we believe and Are sure that thou art that christ the Son of the living God, John 6. 68, 69. O that I could find your minds so established in the truth,
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what can we expect, but if we follow blinde leaders (as all are that teach the things of God, otherwise then Christ and his Apostles did) we should fall with them into the ditch, into everlasting perdition? On the other side, there is so much plain and clear light in Christ his doctrine,
what can we expect, but if we follow blind leaders (as all Are that teach the things of God, otherwise then christ and his Apostles did) we should fallen with them into the ditch, into everlasting perdition? On the other side, there is so much plain and clear Light in christ his Doctrine,
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Away then with all such obtruded or insinuating teachers, us endeavour to hide from us the light of Christ shining in his doctrine, recorded in Scripture.
Away then with all such obtruded or insinuating Teachers, us endeavour to hide from us the Light of christ shining in his Doctrine, recorded in Scripture.
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That Christ which preached, died at Hierusalem, that word of his which is written in my Bible, shall be my light, to the testimony of Iesus, to his everlasting Gospel I stick;
That christ which preached, died At Jerusalem, that word of his which is written in my bible, shall be my Light, to the testimony of Iesus, to his everlasting Gospel I stick;
if men speak not according to it, it is because there is no light in them, Isaiah 8. 20. To this end it will concern you to take with you, and observe these Directions. 1. To take heed of false lights, under what disguise soever they come.
if men speak not according to it, it is Because there is no Light in them, Isaiah 8. 20. To this end it will concern you to take with you, and observe these Directions. 1. To take heed of false lights, under what disguise soever they come.
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and thereupon warns the Ephesian Elders to take heed to themselves and to the flock, over which the holy Ghost had made them overseers, Vers. 28. Paul tels the Corinthians, 2 Cor. 11. 13, 14. of false Apostles, deceitfull workers, transforming themselves into the Apostles of Christ;
and thereupon warns the Ephesian Elders to take heed to themselves and to the flock, over which the holy Ghost had made them Overseers, Vers. 28. Paul tells the Corinthians, 2 Cor. 11. 13, 14. of false Apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into the Apostles of christ;
And of such he admonisheth the Romans, I beseech you brethren mark them which cause divisions and offences, contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned, and avoid them;
And of such he Admonisheth the Romans, I beseech you brothers mark them which cause divisions and offences, contrary to the Doctrine which you have learned, and avoid them;
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and by good words and fair speeches deceive the hearts of the simple, Rom. 16. 17, 18. Peter also tells, 2 Pet. 2. 1. that there were false Prophets also among the people,
and by good words and fair Speeches deceive the hearts of the simple, Rom. 16. 17, 18. Peter also tells, 2 Pet. 2. 1. that there were false prophets also among the people,
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whether they be proud, arrogant, self-seeking, vain-glorious, covetous, more vehement then considerate, obsequious for advantages, but otherwise wilfull. 2. Concerning their proceedings;
whither they be proud, arrogant, self-seeking, vainglorious, covetous, more vehement then considerate, obsequious for advantages, but otherwise wilful. 2. Concerning their proceedings;
their doctrine is the fruit by which false Prophets are to be known, Mat. 7. 15, 16. If they speak not according to the Scripture, it is because there is no light in them, Is. 8. 20.
their Doctrine is the fruit by which false prophets Are to be known, Mathew 7. 15, 16. If they speak not according to the Scripture, it is Because there is no Light in them, Is. 8. 20.
4. Use should be made of the Ministers appointed to teach us by him, who ascended up on high, and gave gifts to men, Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Pastors,
4. Use should be made of the Ministers appointed to teach us by him, who ascended up on high, and gave Gifts to men, Apostles, prophets, Evangelists, Pastors,
but speaking the truth in love, may grow up in all things unto him, who is the head even Christ, Eph. 4. 11, 12, 14, 15. Certainly nothing more prevents the practices of deceivers,
but speaking the truth in love, may grow up in all things unto him, who is the head even christ, Ephesians 4. 11, 12, 14, 15. Certainly nothing more prevents the practices of deceivers,
and knowest not that thou art wretched, and miserable, and blinde, and naked, I counsel thee to buy of me gold tried in the fire, that thou maist be rich,
and Knowest not that thou art wretched, and miserable, and blind, and naked, I counsel thee to buy of me gold tried in the fire, that thou Mayest be rich,
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and anoint thine eyes with eyesalve, that thou maist see, Rev. 3. 17, 18. They that apprehend a light within them without Christ, are incurably blind;
and anoint thine eyes with eyesalve, that thou Mayest see, Rev. 3. 17, 18. They that apprehend a Light within them without christ, Are incurably blind;
and those who are so well conceited of their own strength and wisdome, as to count the counsel and warning of others unnecessary, bidding them not care for them, are soon caught by cunning deceivers.
and those who Are so well conceited of their own strength and Wisdom, as to count the counsel and warning of Others unnecessary, bidding them not care for them, Are soon caught by cunning deceivers.
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And indeed it is the signe of a man that is filthy and resolved to be filthy, of a man incurable and marked to destruction, who shuns that light which should direct him to discerne his errour and to learn his way.
And indeed it is the Signen of a man that is filthy and resolved to be filthy, of a man incurable and marked to destruction, who shuns that Light which should Direct him to discern his error and to Learn his Way.
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Nor can there be a greater indignity to Christ then when he is come into the world to be one light to have our minds possessed with a resolution not to receive it.
Nor can there be a greater indignity to christ then when he is come into the world to be one Light to have our minds possessed with a resolution not to receive it.
4. If the light shine into thy soul from Christ, so as that any convictions or discoveries of truth from Christ get into thee, take heed that thou hold it not in unrighteousness nor seek to quench it.
4. If the Light shine into thy soul from christ, so as that any convictions or discoveries of truth from christ get into thee, take heed that thou hold it not in unrighteousness nor seek to quench it.
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The wrath of God, saith the Apostle Rom. 1. 18. is revealed from Heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men that hold the truth in unrighteousness. Where lust imprisons light:
The wrath of God, Says the Apostle Rom. 1. 18. is revealed from Heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men that hold the truth in unrighteousness. Where lust imprisons Light:
5. The light must be believed, as our Lord Christ saith, John 12. 36. While we have light we are to believe in the light, that we may be children of light.
5. The Light must be believed, as our Lord christ Says, John 12. 36. While we have Light we Are to believe in the Light, that we may be children of Light.
and are transformed into the same image from glory to glory as by the spirit of the Lord, 2 Cor. 3. 18. The more steddily we eye Christ the more assimilated we shall be to him.
and Are transformed into the same image from glory to glory as by the Spirit of the Lord, 2 Cor. 3. 18. The more steadily we eye christ the more assimilated we shall be to him.
His Doctrine will fashion our minds, his example will direct our practise, so as that in a good sense we shall be christed with Christ, he will be in us and we in him, one with us and we with him, not we live, but Christ live in us.
His Doctrine will fashion our minds, his Exampl will Direct our practice, so as that in a good sense we shall be christed with christ, he will be in us and we in him, one with us and we with him, not we live, but christ live in us.
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Faith is the Loadstone of the soul which drawes the soul to Christ, and makes a man to be as he was in this world crucified, risen, ascending up with him, dead to the world, living unto God.
Faith is the Loadstone of the soul which draws the soul to christ, and makes a man to be as he was in this world Crucified, risen, ascending up with him, dead to the world, living unto God.
for thats the sign they side with the Prince of darkness, and that men that do the truth come to the light, that their deeds may be manifest that they are wrought in God, John 3. 19, 20, 21. The more light is rejected the more purely voluntary any sin is,
for thats the Signen they side with the Prince of darkness, and that men that do the truth come to the Light, that their Deeds may be manifest that they Are wrought in God, John 3. 19, 20, 21. The more Light is rejected the more purely voluntary any since is,
He was full of grace and truth, then which nothing is more lovely, and therefore the more the averseness is from the Gospel of Christ the more estrangedness there is from the life of God,
He was full of grace and truth, then which nothing is more lovely, and Therefore the more the averseness is from the Gospel of christ the more estrangedness there is from the life of God,
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7. That a man have light from Christ it is needfull he should awake out of sleep, Eph. 5. 14. A careless soul thats heedless of what truth is held forth, that snorts securely,
7. That a man have Light from christ it is needful he should awake out of sleep, Ephesians 5. 14. A careless soul thats heedless of what truth is held forth, that snorts securely,
Watching is necessary to the use of Christian light, which being neglected, the Prince of darkness easily bindes the hands and shaves the hair as Dalilah did Sampsons, which makes his strength depart from him.
Watching is necessary to the use of Christian Light, which being neglected, the Prince of darkness Easily binds the hands and shaves the hair as Delilah did Sampsons, which makes his strength depart from him.
To keep our soules safe it is needfull we keep our eyes waking, and to pray with the Psalmist, Lighten mine eyes that I sleep not the sleep of death, Ps. 13. 3. 8. To this must be joyned standing up from the dead, Eph. 5. 14. Graves and Vaults for dead bodies are not fit receptacles of light:
To keep our Souls safe it is needful we keep our eyes waking, and to pray with the Psalmist, Lighten mine eyes that I sleep not the sleep of death, Ps. 13. 3. 8. To this must be joined standing up from the dead, Ephesians 5. 14. Graves and Vaults for dead bodies Are not fit receptacles of Light:
To be among men who have no spirituall life in their soules, to be associated with meer carnall worldlings, voluptuous Epicures, proud selfish men is as inconsistent with the injoyment of the light of Christ,
To be among men who have no spiritual life in their Souls, to be associated with mere carnal worldlings, voluptuous Epicureans, proud selfish men is as inconsistent with the enjoyment of the Light of christ,
Scripture truth, holy Sermons, spirituall experiences are unsuitable to that mirth they delight in, those contents that please them, those ends they aim at.
Scripture truth, holy Sermons, spiritual experiences Are unsuitable to that mirth they delight in, those contents that please them, those ends they aim At.
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It is the great benefit of light that it doth not make manifest, Eph. 5. 13. And thus by the light of Christ the evill of our wayes is reproved, the wayes of God approved:
It is the great benefit of Light that it does not make manifest, Ephesians 5. 13. And thus by the Light of christ the evil of our ways is reproved, the ways of God approved:
Walk in the light saith Christ while ye have the light lest darkness come upon you, John 12. 35. How many millions are there of soules perplexed and tortured all their life with feares and doubts for want of walking by the light of Christ in Scripture,
Walk in the Light Says christ while you have the Light lest darkness come upon you, John 12. 35. How many millions Are there of Souls perplexed and tortured all their life with fears and doubts for want of walking by the Light of christ in Scripture,
and chosing rather to walk by a light and sparkes of their own kindling, which in the end either goes quite out or burnes so dimme as to leave them in darkness of spirit and horrour of conscience.
and choosing rather to walk by a Light and sparks of their own kindling, which in the end either Goes quite out or burns so dim as to leave them in darkness of Spirit and horror of conscience.
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And no marvell sith it is Gods just judgment, that such as neglect the light Preached should follow the mares of humane reason, the examples, customes, dictates of men,
And no marvel sith it is God's just judgement, that such as neglect the Light Preached should follow the mares of humane reason, the Examples, customs, dictates of men,
But Christ the true light when his Gospell is followed guides the feet of men into the way of peace, Luke 1. 79. Oh that then all that talke of the light within them would follow the light about them,
But christ the true Light when his Gospel is followed guides the feet of men into the Way of peace, Lycia 1. 79. O that then all that talk of the Light within them would follow the Light about them,
Then would men walk honestly or decently in good fashion, not in banquetings and drunkennesses, not in chamberings and wantonnesses, not in strife and envying, if they would put on the Lord Jesus Christ,
Then would men walk honestly or decently in good fashion, not in banquetings and Drunkennesses, not in chamberings and Wantonnesses, not in strife and envying, if they would put on the Lord jesus christ,
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and not make provision of the flesh unto lusts, Rom. 13. 13, 14. 11. The light of Christ is to be used as our weapons or tooles to defend our selves or to work with.
and not make provision of the Flesh unto Lustiest, Rom. 13. 13, 14. 11. The Light of christ is to be used as our weapons or tools to defend our selves or to work with.
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let us therefore put off the workes of darkness, and put on the armour of light, Rom. 13. 12. The truth is, light is the chiefest instrument for safety and work.
let us Therefore put off the works of darkness, and put on the armour of Light, Rom. 13. 12. The truth is, Light is the chiefest Instrument for safety and work.
But if a man walk in the night he stumbleth, because there is no light in him, saith christ John 11. 9, 10. I must work the works of him that sent me while it is day, the night cometh,
But if a man walk in the night he stumbleth, Because there is no Light in him, Says Christ John 11. 9, 10. I must work the works of him that sent me while it is day, the night comes,
and expel him as Christ did by the sword of the spirit which is the Word of God, Eph. 6. 17. And he that would improve the light must be doing that business which the word of Christ directs him to,
and expel him as christ did by the sword of the Spirit which is the Word of God, Ephesians 6. 17. And he that would improve the Light must be doing that business which the word of christ directs him to,
and to that end it must dwell richly in him in all wisedome, Col. 3. 16. Their own light in men makes them rather wranglers with others sometimes the best (as is seen in Quakers) then contenders against their own lusts,
and to that end it must dwell richly in him in all Wisdom, Col. 3. 16. Their own Light in men makes them rather wranglers with Others sometime the best (as is seen in Quakers) then contenders against their own Lustiest,
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but the light of Christ directs us to steddy to be quiet and do our own business, 1 Thess. 4. 11. 12. And Lastly, Make use of the light of Christ for thy comfort and rejoycing.
but the Light of christ directs us to steady to be quiet and do our own business, 1 Thess 4. 11. 12. And Lastly, Make use of the Light of christ for thy Comfort and rejoicing.
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Oh how sweetly might men live, how comfortably might they dye, if they did make use of it? Light within you whatever Quakers tell you will leave you in perplexity,
O how sweetly might men live, how comfortably might they die, if they did make use of it? Light within you whatever Quakers tell you will leave you in perplexity,
