Theomachia; or The grand imprudence of men running the hazard of fighting against God, in suppressing any way, doctrine, or practice, concerning which they know not certainly whether it be from God or no. Being the substance of two sermons, preached in Colemanstreet, upon occasion of the late disaster sustain'd in the west. With some necessary enlargements thereunto. / By John Goodvvin, pastor of the Church of God there.
or Practice, concerning which they know not certainly whether it be from God, or no. ACTS 5. 38. And now I say unto you, Refraine your selves from these men, and let them alone:
or Practice, Concerning which they know not Certainly whither it be from God, or no. ACTS 5. 38. And now I say unto you, Refrain your selves from these men, and let them alone:
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notwithstanding they fought under the protection of many such promises as these, yet met with a disaster and losse, thirty six of them being slaine by the men of Ai, and the rest of the partie ingaged in that service put to rout, and chased by their enemies:
notwithstanding they fought under the protection of many such promises as these, yet met with a disaster and loss, thirty six of them being slain by the men of Ai, and the rest of the party engaged in that service put to rout, and chased by their enemies:
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God himselfe upon the great dejection and solemne humiliation of the Elders of Israel, and Joshua their Generall, was pleased to make knowne unto him by speciall revelation, what root of bitternesse it was that brought forth this fruit of death, what sin by name it was amongst them, that had separated between him and them in their late sad miscarriage,
God himself upon the great dejection and solemn humiliation of the Elders of Israel, and joshua their General, was pleased to make known unto him by special Revelation, what root of bitterness it was that brought forth this fruit of death, what since by name it was among them, that had separated between him and them in their late sad miscarriage,
yea, and would separate still, to their further and greater misery, except they took a course to make an atonement for themselves, by purging and clensing themselves from it.
yea, and would separate still, to their further and greater misery, except they took a course to make an atonement for themselves, by purging and cleansing themselves from it.
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wherein yet againe they were directed by God to such a method or means for this discovery, that God himselfe may be said too to have discovered even the sinner also.
wherein yet again they were directed by God to such a method or means for this discovery, that God himself may be said too to have discovered even the sinner also.
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For he it was, that by a speciall directing hand of his providence, caused the lot to fall upon Achan, who was the man that in taking the excommunicate thing, had fin'd that great and speciall provocation, which was fallen in this gust of wrath from Heaven upon the people.
For he it was, that by a special directing hand of his providence, caused the lot to fallen upon achan, who was the man that in taking the excommunicate thing, had fined that great and special provocation, which was fallen in this gust of wrath from Heaven upon the people.
These things you shall finde related more at large Josh. 7. From which passages by the way (amongst many other very observable) you may take knowledge of these three things.
These things you shall find related more At large Josh. 7. From which passages by the Way (among many other very observable) you may take knowledge of these three things.
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First, That when God is at any time ingaged, and his hand in (as we use to say) shewing mercy and doing good to his people, he is seldome or never wont to change or alter the tenour of his present dispensations, to break off the course of his grace by suffering evill to come upon them,
First, That when God is At any time engaged, and his hand in (as we use to say) showing mercy and doing good to his people, he is seldom or never wont to change or altar the tenor of his present dispensations, to break off the course of his grace by suffering evil to come upon them,
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Secondly, That sometimes the sin of one or of some few, in a great societie or body of people, in the provocation or guilt of it, redounds and runs over to the involving and defiling of the whole societie,
Secondly, That sometime the since of one or of Some few, in a great society or body of people, in the provocation or guilt of it, redounds and runs over to the involving and defiling of the Whole society,
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and stroke of his displeasure, to make atonement for themselves, and to recover his favour, is to make diligent search and strict inquiry, what that sin by name should be, which hath turned away the heart of their God from them, and accordingly to remove it.
and stroke of his displeasure, to make atonement for themselves, and to recover his favour, is to make diligent search and strict inquiry, what that since by name should be, which hath turned away the heart of their God from them, and accordingly to remove it.
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God had begun to doe great and gracious things for us, yea he had gon on for a good space together, treading and trampling downe the strength of our Enemies under us apace;
God had begun to do great and gracious things for us, yea he had gone on for a good Molle together, treading and trampling down the strength of our Enemies under us apace;
insomuch, that wee began to take our Harps down from the willow trees, on which we had hung them, to prepare our selves to sing the song of Moses, the man of God:
insomuch, that we began to take our Harps down from the willow trees, on which we had hung them, to prepare our selves to sing the song of Moses, the man of God:
The best art and wisdome we can use to open the heavens over us, and cause them to deliver downe that treasure againe to us, to heale our present wound,
The best art and Wisdom we can use to open the heavens over us, and cause them to deliver down that treasure again to us, to heal our present wound,
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and which hath brought the rod of this indignation upon our backs. If God himselfe would please by speciall revelation to make knowne what this sin is,
and which hath brought the rod of this Indignation upon our backs. If God himself would please by special Revelation to make known what this since is,
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But having perfected that standing Revelation of himselfe, the Scriptures, he refraines revelations extraordinary, and leaves his people to consult with these Oracles of his for resolution, in all such cases of Question and difficulty as this;
But having perfected that standing Revelation of himself, the Scriptures, he refrains revelations extraordinary, and leaves his people to consult with these Oracles of his for resolution, in all such cases of Question and difficulty as this;
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And one speciall end (I conceive) ay•ed at by that Authority, which hath set apart this day for a solemne humiliation of our selves before God, was, that Ministers and people should joyne together in fervent prayer ▪ and supplication unto God, that the one may be directed to make a true and unpartiall discovery of this •inne,
And one special end (I conceive) ay•ed At by that authority, which hath Set apart this day for a solemn humiliation of our selves before God, was, that Ministers and people should join together in fervent prayer ▪ and supplication unto God, that the one may be directed to make a true and unpartial discovery of this •inne,
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Conceiving that very sin to be there described, yea, and expressed by name, (though somewhat more generall) which hath occasioned the sad interruption of late made in our hopefull proceedings,
Conceiving that very since to be there described, yea, and expressed by name, (though somewhat more general) which hath occasioned the sad interruption of late made in our hopeful proceedings,
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and Doctor of the Law, in an Assembly or Councell at Jerusalem. The Councell (as appeares ver. 21. &c.) was called, about the Apostles, their Doctrine and proceedings;
and Doctor of the Law, in an Assembly or Council At Jerusalem. The Council (as appears for. 21. etc.) was called, about the Apostles, their Doctrine and proceedings;
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how to suppresse both them and their Doctrine, being both looked upon as prejudiciall to their personall and private interests, both of honour and profit, in that State and Nation;
how to suppress both them and their Doctrine, being both looked upon as prejudicial to their personal and private interests, both of honour and profit, in that State and nation;
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When they had sent for Peter and the other Apostles by a Captain with his Officers, to appeare before the Councell, the Prolocutor or chief Priest, charged them after this manner:
When they had sent for Peter and the other Apostles by a Captain with his Officers, to appear before the Council, the Prolocutor or chief Priest, charged them After this manner:
ver. 28. Did not we straitly command you, that you should not teach in this Name? and yee have filled Jerusalem with your Doctrine, &c. When Peter and the other Apostles, standing stiffe to their tackling, had made their answer, fully justifying what they had done,
ver. 28. Did not we straitly command you, that you should not teach in this Name? and ye have filled Jerusalem with your Doctrine, etc. When Peter and the other Apostles, standing stiff to their tackling, had made their answer, Fully justifying what they had done,
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and given a brief accompt of that Doctrine about which they were questioned, and of their calling to preach and beare witnesse of the same unto the world;
and given a brief account of that Doctrine about which they were questioned, and of their calling to preach and bear witness of the same unto the world;
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it is said ( ver. 33.) that the Councell, seeing them upon those termes, hearing them speake at such a rate, burst in sunder for anger (as the former translation) or (as the latter hath it) were cut at the heart,
it is said (for. 33.) that the Council, seeing them upon those terms, hearing them speak At such a rate, burst in sunder for anger (as the former Translation) or (as the latter hath it) were Cut At the heart,
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For their spirits were so full of bitterness and indignation against them, that notwithstanding all that Gamaliel could say, they were resolved to have their peniworths of them, (as we use to say) to ease themselves on them so far,
For their spirits were so full of bitterness and Indignation against them, that notwithstanding all that Gamaliel could say, they were resolved to have their pennyworth of them, (as we use to say) to ease themselves on them so Far,
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as to cause them to be beaten, and withall, severely to charge them the second time, to give over preaching their erroneous and dangerous Doctrine, to speak no more in the name of Jesus, ver.
as to cause them to be beaten, and withal, severely to charge them the second time, to give over preaching their erroneous and dangerous Doctrine, to speak no more in the name of jesus, ver.
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40. What the tenor of Gamaliels Speech was, from the begining to the end of it, you may read, beginning at ver. 35. untill the end of 39. Men of Israel, take heed to your selves, what yee do to these men;
40. What the tenor of Gamaliels Speech was, from the beginning to the end of it, you may read, beginning At for. 35. until the end of 39. Men of Israel, take heed to your selves, what ye do to these men;
To perswade them not to be too precipitate or forward in any course of violence against the Apostles, he declares to them by a double instance (well known unto themselves) that if they be seducers and evill men,
To persuade them not to be too precipitate or forward in any course of violence against the Apostles, he declares to them by a double instance (well known unto themselves) that if they be seducers and evil men,
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For thus he had done both formerly by one T•e•d••, and more lately by Judas of Galilee; who projecting great matters for themselves without any warrant or authority from God,
For thus he had done both formerly by one T•e•d••, and more lately by Judas of Galilee; who projecting great matters for themselves without any warrant or Authority from God,
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though they went on, and seem'd for a while to prosper in their way, drawing great numbers of people after them, were yet, both they and all their complices and followers, by a speciall hand of God scattered and brought to nought.
though they went on, and seemed for a while to prosper in their Way, drawing great numbers of people After them, were yet, both they and all their accomplices and followers, by a special hand of God scattered and brought to nought.
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NONLATINALPHABET, let them alone, or suffer them, that is, (as some understand it) do not only forbeare persecuting of them your selves by your authority,
, let them alone, or suffer them, that is, (as Some understand it) do not only forbear persecuting of them your selves by your Authority,
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However, by this double Caution or Item he gives unto them, not to have any thing to do (for the present) with the Apostles, in any way of molestation, he discovers an utter aversenesse in him to such proceedings.
However, by this double Caution or Item he gives unto them, not to have any thing to do (for the present) with the Apostles, in any Way of molestation, he discovers an utter averseness in him to such proceedings.
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Not only the endevours and attempts, but even the purposes and intents of doing things, are often in Scripture expressed by words, which properly signifie the doing or effecting the things themselves.
Not only the endeavours and attempts, but even the Purposes and intents of doing things, Are often in Scripture expressed by words, which properly signify the doing or effecting the things themselves.
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and had attempted to offer him. Besides many the like: So here, you cannot destroy it, i. you ought not, you cannot with reason go about or attempt the destroying of it.
and had attempted to offer him. Beside many the like: So Here, you cannot destroy it, i. you ought not, you cannot with reason go about or attempt the destroying of it.
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Thus it is said of the Virgin Mary, that before Joseph and she came together, NONLATINALPHABET, she was FOƲND with child, meaning, beyond, or contrary to expectation.
Thus it is said of the Virgae Marry, that before Joseph and she Come together,, she was FOƲND with child, meaning, beyond, or contrary to expectation.
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So Luk. 9. 36. whereas Moses and Elias were immediately before the voyce from heaven, taken notice of by the Apostles to have been present with Christ upon the mount,
So Luk. 9. 36. whereas Moses and Elias were immediately before the voice from heaven, taken notice of by the Apostles to have been present with christ upon the mount,
as soone as ever the voyce was past, it is said of him, NONLATINALPHABET, he was found alone, to imply that Moses and Elias were withdrawn before the Apostles were aware, or thought of it.
as soon as ever the voice was passed, it is said of him,, he was found alone, to imply that Moses and Elias were withdrawn before the Apostles were aware, or Thought of it.
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now when God came to call her to an account, and to enter into judgement with her, contrary to her expectation and opinion of her self, she was discovered and evicted to have been the most cruell and bloody enemy that ever Prophets or Saints had,
now when God Come to call her to an account, and to enter into judgement with her, contrary to her expectation and opinion of her self, she was discovered and evicted to have been the most cruel and bloody enemy that ever prophets or Saints had,
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yea, and might think themselves the furthest of any men under heaven from practising or fighting against God, yet if they went on with their present intentions and resolutions against the men they had now before them, they might fall into this heavie guilt and condemnation,
yea, and might think themselves the furthest of any men under heaven from practising or fighting against God, yet if they went on with their present intentions and resolutions against the men they had now before them, they might fallen into this heavy guilt and condemnation,
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which particle of speech in such constructions as this, is intensive in an high degree, and still imports somewhat very remarkable in what is joyned with it.
which particle of speech in such constructions as this, is intensive in an high degree, and still imports somewhat very remarkable in what is joined with it.
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Thus Gamaliel admonishing his Colleagues, to consider well what they did, lest they should be found EVEN fighters against God, plainly intimates unto you, that this is one of the worst stones in the world to stumble at,
Thus Gamaliel admonishing his Colleagues, to Consider well what they did, lest they should be found EVEN fighters against God, plainly intimates unto you, that this is one of the worst stones in the world to Stumble At,
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as for men to ingage themselves in any such action or course, wherein they shall be found fighters against God. NONLATINALPHABET, Fighters against God ].
as for men to engage themselves in any such actium or course, wherein they shall be found fighters against God., Fighters against God ].
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Every act of sin, especially with knowledge and consent of will, is (in a sense) a fighting against God: but that sin which Gamaliel here intends in his expression of fighting against God, is a sin of an higher nature then ordinary,
Every act of since, especially with knowledge and consent of will, is (in a sense) a fighting against God: but that since which Gamaliel Here intends in his expression of fighting against God, is a since of an higher nature then ordinary,
Therefore by fighting against God (in this place) must needs be meant some high and peremptory action or ingagement of the creature, wherein it opposeth God in some speciall or remarkable design, which he seeketh either to set on foot,
Therefore by fighting against God (in this place) must needs be meant Some high and peremptory actium or engagement of the creature, wherein it Opposeth God in Some special or remarkable Design, which he seeks either to Set on foot,
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And thus the propagating of that Doctrine, which the Apostles preached, being a designe of God, the opposition of the councell against it, especially with so high an hand as the crushing,
And thus the propagating of that Doctrine, which the Apostles preached, being a Design of God, the opposition of the council against it, especially with so high an hand as the crushing,
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What authoritie, weight, or credit, is to be given to that which Gamaliel delivers in this speech of his to the Councell? Whether may we build upon every thing,
What Authority, weight, or credit, is to be given to that which Gamaliel delivers in this speech of his to the Council? Whither may we built upon every thing,
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1. That there is little question to be made, but that the Spirit of the man, was in speciall manner touch'd and stirr'd up by the Spirit of God, to interpose in the behalfe of the Apostles, as he did;
1. That there is little question to be made, but that the Spirit of the man, was in special manner touched and stirred up by the Spirit of God, to interpose in the behalf of the Apostles, as he did;
as the spirit of Nicodemus (another branch of the same root) formerly had been, to stand up and speake in the behalfe of Christ, Joh. 7. 51. 2. The principall end and scope of what he spake, being the rescuing of the Apostles from the bloudy Counsells of those who had concluded their death,
as the Spirit of Nicodemus (Another branch of the same root) formerly had been, to stand up and speak in the behalf of christ, John 7. 51. 2. The principal end and scope of what he spoke, being the rescuing of the Apostles from the bloody Counsels of those who had concluded their death,
plainly sheweth, that there was more of God then ordinary in the thing, especially if we consider further, that he who thus inexpectedly appeared with shield and buckler for the Apostles defence, was of that sect or generation of men, who generally hated and opposed the Doctrine of Christ with more inveterate and viperous malignitie of spirit,
plainly shows, that there was more of God then ordinary in the thing, especially if we Consider further, that he who thus inexpectedly appeared with shield and buckler for the Apostles defence, was of that sect or generation of men, who generally hated and opposed the Doctrine of christ with more inveterate and viperous malignity of Spirit,
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then any other. 3. Evident it is, 1. that the intent, end, and scope of Gamaliel in this speech to the Councell, being the bringing of the Apostles from the bloudy rage and violence of men, was good,
then any other. 3. Evident it is, 1. that the intent, end, and scope of Gamaliel in this speech to the Council, being the bringing of the Apostles from the bloody rage and violence of men, was good,
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But 4. (and lastly) There being nothing in all this speech (excepting onely the historicall instances, the truth of which, it seems, was generally knowne among the Jews, and is attested by Josephus their great Historian) but what is fully consonant with the word of God, (unquestionably so acknowledged) elsewhere, the credit and authority of it,
But 4. (and lastly) There being nothing in all this speech (excepting only the historical instances, the truth of which, it seems, was generally known among the jews, and is attested by Josephus their great Historian) but what is Fully consonant with the word of God, (unquestionably so acknowledged) elsewhere, the credit and Authority of it,
What we here learne (saith Gualter upon the place) should be unto us as an Oracle, viz. that the counsells of God are not to be defeated or hindred by any strength of man; but for the counsells of men, they fall,
What we Here Learn (Says Gualter upon the place) should be unto us as an Oracle, viz. that the Counsels of God Are not to be defeated or hindered by any strength of man; but for the Counsels of men, they fallen,
or suppression of such persons, Doctrines, and wayes, which men have any reasonable cause at all to judge or thinke, that they are, or may be, from God.
or suppression of such Persons, Doctrines, and ways, which men have any reasonable cause At all to judge or think, that they Are, or may be, from God.
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Secondly, From those doubtfull expressions of so great a Doctor of the Law, and one that knew how to measure and estimate the Authoritie and weight of a Councell-determination,
Secondly, From those doubtful expressions of so great a Doctor of the Law, and one that knew how to measure and estimate the authority and weight of a Councell-determination,
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and besides can no wayes be suspected of any disaffection or prejudicatenesse against such Authoritie, from those doubtfull expressions (I say) of this man, If this counsell or work be of men, &c. And againe, If it be of God, &c. Observe, That the determination of a Councell,
and beside can no ways be suspected of any disaffection or prejudicatenesse against such authority, from those doubtful expressions (I say) of this man, If this counsel or work be of men, etc. And again, If it be of God, etc. Observe, That the determination of a Council,
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or of the major part of a Councell against a way, Doctrine, or practice, is no demonstrative or sufficient proofe for any wise man to rest or build upon, that such a way, Doctrine,
or of the Major part of a Council against a Way, Doctrine, or practice, is no demonstrative or sufficient proof for any wise man to rest or built upon, that such a Way, Doctrine,
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yet all this did not satisfie Gamaliel in point of judgement or conscience, he was still but where he was, doubtfull and in suspence with himselfe about the businesse.
yet all this did not satisfy Gamaliel in point of judgement or conscience, he was still but where he was, doubtful and in suspense with himself about the business.
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or device of man, especially in things either appertaining or pretending to appertaine unto God, in matters of Religion, will in time weare out into nothing and be dissolved.
or device of man, especially in things either appertaining or pretending to appertain unto God, in matters of Religion, will in time wear out into nothing and be dissolved.
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Fourthly, From the Connexion or dependance between the former and latter parts of ver. 39. But if it be from God, yee cannot destroy it, lest, &c. Observe, That for any man, or men, to attempt the suppression of any Doctrine, way,
Fourthly, From the Connexion or dependence between the former and latter parts of for. 39. But if it be from God, ye cannot destroy it, lest, etc. Observe, That for any man, or men, to attempt the suppression of any Doctrine, Way,
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Fiftly, From that significant phrase or expression, of being FOVND fighters against God, ver. 39. Observe, that many, who possibly for the present may conceive and thinke,
Fifty, From that significant phrase or expression, of being FOUND fighters against God, ver. 39. Observe, that many, who possibly for the present may conceive and think,
and that with much confidence, that they fight for God, when the truth comes to an unpartiall and perfect scanning, will be found to have fought against him.
and that with much confidence, that they fight for God, when the truth comes to an unpartial and perfect scanning, will be found to have fought against him.
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Sixtly, (and lastly) From the importance and weight of that emphaticall particle, even, in the last clause, Lest yee be found EVEN fighters against God;
Sixty, (and lastly) From the importance and weight of that emphatical particle, even, in the last clause, Lest ye be found EVEN fighters against God;
The dread and terror of such a misprision as this, is the base and ground-work upon which Gamaliel builds the fabrick of that important counsell and advice, which he gives unto his fellows, thoroughout his discourse or speech made unto them.
The dread and terror of such a Misprision as this, is the base and groundwork upon which Gamaliel builds the fabric of that important counsel and Advice, which he gives unto his Fellows, throughout his discourse or speech made unto them.
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or Designe of his in the world, are not suffered to execute their Commission, but are countermanded either by the Authoritie or over-bearing strength and power of men.
or Design of his in the world, Are not suffered to execute their Commission, but Are countermanded either by the authority or overbearing strength and power of men.
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It is one thing to oppose, or contend against a Doctrine or way of God, per modum Doctoris, as when a Minister through a mistake or weaknesse of judgement, pleads for Baal against God, preacheth error up,
It is one thing to oppose, or contend against a Doctrine or Way of God, per modum Doctoris, as when a Minister through a mistake or weakness of judgement, pleads for Baal against God, Preacheth error up,
and truth downe, which may befall the best and faithfullest of men: another, to doe it per modum Judicis, as when men will assume an Authoritative power,
and truth down, which may befall the best and Faithfullest of men: Another, to do it per modum Judges, as when men will assume an Authoritative power,
whether Ecclesiastique or Civill, to suppresse or silence the publishing, practising, arguing, or debating of such wayes or Doctrines, with the judgements and consciences of men.
whither Ecclesiastic or Civil, to suppress or silence the publishing, practising, arguing, or debating of such ways or Doctrines, with the Judgments and Consciences of men.
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but the children of this contention and contestation against their Maker, must expect to be taught r•ore wisdome and reverence towards him, with briars and thornes.
but the children of this contention and contestation against their Maker, must expect to be taught r•ore Wisdom and Reverence towards him, with briers and thorns.
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If men fight against God after any such manner as this, upon such termes as if they were Gods too, this will ingage him to take up armes also in his own defence,
If men fight against God After any such manner as this, upon such terms as if they were God's too, this will engage him to take up arms also in his own defence,
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and cast away their cords from us, &c. Those expressions, of raging, setting themselves, taking counsell together against the Lord and his Anointed, amount every whit as much as to a fighting against the Lord. And what was it, that the Heathen, people, Kings,
and cast away their cords from us, etc. Those expressions, of raging, setting themselves, taking counsel together against the Lord and his Anointed, amount every whit as much as to a fighting against the Lord. And what was it, that the Heathen, people, Kings,
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(meaning Christ) Was it any thing else but to quench that fire, which Christ (as himselfe saith) came to kindle, to suppresse the Gospel, to cut off those wayes of righteousnesse and holinesse from the knowledge and practise of men, which are therein recommended and held forth unto the world? These are the bands, which they set themselves thus to cut asunder, and the cords, which,
(meaning christ) Was it any thing Else but to quench that fire, which christ (as himself Says) Come to kindle, to suppress the Gospel, to Cut off those ways of righteousness and holiness from the knowledge and practice of men, which Are therein recommended and held forth unto the world? These Are the bans, which they Set themselves thus to Cut asunder, and the cords, which,
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as he was travailing towards Damascus) Why persecutest thou me? And he said, Who art thou Lord? And the Lord said, I am Jesus, whom thou persecutest, &c. Act. 9. 4, 5. To persecute Christ (and consequenly, God himselfe, who is in Christ, 2 Cor. 5.) imports every whit as much,
as he was travailing towards Damascus) Why Persecutest thou me? And he said, Who art thou Lord? And the Lord said, I am jesus, whom thou Persecutest, etc. Act. 9. 4, 5. To persecute christ (and consequently, God himself, who is in christ, 2 Cor. 5.) imports every whit as much,
But why is Saul here charged with persecuting Christ? What course of hostilitie did he run or practice against him? It is said ( ver. 2.) that he desired Letters of the high Priest to Damascus to the Synagogues, that if he found any of this WAY,
But why is Saul Here charged with persecuting christ? What course of hostility did he run or practice against him? It is said (for. 2.) that he desired Letters of the high Priest to Damascus to the Synagogues, that if he found any of this WAY,
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Whereby it appears, that the precise opposition against Christ, upon which Saul was arrested from Heaven (as we heard) under the termes of persecuting him, was his attempting with so high and bloudy an hand, to destroy out of the world that WAY of worshipping & serving God, which Christ in his Gospel recommends unto, and chargeth upon the world.
Whereby it appears, that the precise opposition against christ, upon which Saul was arrested from Heaven (as we herd) under the terms of persecuting him, was his attempting with so high and bloody an hand, to destroy out of the world that WAY of worshipping & serving God, which christ in his Gospel recommends unto, and charges upon the world.
and lives, and consequently out of the world, then by molesting, vexing, and persecuting them, it is not like that he would have proceeded against them, with so rough and cruell an hand.
and lives, and consequently out of the world, then by molesting, vexing, and persecuting them, it is not like that he would have proceeded against them, with so rough and cruel an hand.
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Whether Michael in this Scripture be Christ himself, (as ancient Interpreters generally carried it) or some prime Angel appointed by Christ, to be as a Generall or Head to his Saints and servants, in those warres and fiery conflicts, wherein they were for a long time engaged against Satan,
Whither Michael in this Scripture be christ himself, (as ancient Interpreters generally carried it) or Some prime Angel appointed by christ, to be as a General or Head to his Saints and Servants, in those wars and fiery conflicts, wherein they were for a long time engaged against Satan,
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But it is here expresly said, that the Dragon and his Angels, that is, the Devill and his Instruments, ignorant and bloud-thirsty-men, fought, viz. against Michael and his Angels, i. against Christ himselfe in those appointed by him to hold forth the way and Gospel of his Kingdome unto the world.
But it is Here expressly said, that the Dragon and his Angels, that is, the devil and his Instruments, ignorant and bloud-thirsty-men, fought, viz. against Michael and his Angels, i. against christ himself in those appointed by him to hold forth the Way and Gospel of his Kingdom unto the world.
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But why, or how are they said to have fought against Christ? What was their ingagement or attempt against him? Questionlesse nothing else but the extirpation and ejection of the Doctrine and Way of his Gospel out of the world, by the torments, slaughter and ruine of those who professed them,
But why, or how Are they said to have fought against christ? What was their engagement or attempt against him? Questionless nothing Else but the extirpation and ejection of the Doctrine and Way of his Gospel out of the world, by the torments, slaughter and ruin of those who professed them,
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There is none of them all but is apt ever and anon to be fighting against him, and that by some peremptory and stiffe opposing and suppressing some way, Doctrine,
There is none of them all but is apt ever and anon to be fighting against him, and that by Some peremptory and stiff opposing and suppressing Some Way, Doctrine,
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First, He that attempts or seeks by an high hand to suppress any Doctrine, Way or Practice which is from God, may well be conceived and said to fight against God, because he opposeth,
First, He that attempts or seeks by an high hand to suppress any Doctrine, Way or Practice which is from God, may well be conceived and said to fight against God, Because he Opposeth,
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Many other Scriptures there are that speak this over and over, viz. that the heart and soul of God are firmly and deeply set within him, to have such Wayes, Doctrines and Ordinances as come from him, published, maintained, preached,
Many other Scriptures there Are that speak this over and over, viz. that the heart and soul of God Are firmly and deeply Set within him, to have such Ways, Doctrines and Ordinances as come from him, published, maintained, preached,
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Therefore they who ingage themselves with all their strength, and all their might, to resist this will of his in the accomplishment of it, what do they else but fight against him?
Therefore they who engage themselves with all their strength, and all their might, to resist this will of his in the accomplishment of it, what do they Else but fight against him?
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Secondly, Hee that magnifies himself to suppresse, quash, or keep down any way, Practice or Counsell which is from God, proportionably opposeth the glory of God,
Secondly, He that Magnifies himself to suppress, quash, or keep down any Way, Practice or Counsel which is from God, proportionably Opposeth the glory of God,
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and doth what in him lies, to keep God from being magnified in the hearts and lives of men, at least as far as that Way, Practice or Counsell which hee seeks to suppress, tends to such a magnification of him.
and does what in him lies, to keep God from being magnified in the hearts and lives of men, At least as Far as that Way, Practice or Counsel which he seeks to suppress, tends to such a magnification of him.
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then a fighting against God? Certain it is, that God hath (as it were) a stock of glory in the hand of every Way, Doctrine and Practice, which he recommends unto the world;
then a fighting against God? Certain it is, that God hath (as it were) a stock of glory in the hand of every Way, Doctrine and Practice, which he recommends unto the world;
So again, Psal. 67. The Prophet having ( ver. 1.) petitioned that at the hand of God, which ( ver. 2.) might make his way to be known on earth, &c. he breaks out ( ver. 3.) in this propheticall strain, Let the people praise thee, O God, let all the people praise thee;
So again, Psalm 67. The Prophet having (for. 1.) petitioned that At the hand of God, which (for. 2.) might make his Way to be known on earth, etc. he breaks out (for. 3.) in this prophetical strain, Let the people praise thee, Oh God, let all the people praise thee;
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clearly implying, that the way of God being published, and made known to the world, is that which increaseth the Revenues of the throne of Heaven, raiseth and procureth new contributions of praise and glory from men unto God.
clearly implying, that the Way of God being published, and made known to the world, is that which increases the Revenues of the throne of Heaven, Raiseth and procureth new contributions of praise and glory from men unto God.
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So then he that shall rise up to oppose the God of Heaven in any of those methods, counsels or projections of his, whereby he projects the exaltation and advancement of his own great Name and Glory in the world, may in as proper a sense,
So then he that shall rise up to oppose the God of Heaven in any of those methods, Counsels or projections of his, whereby he projects the exaltation and advancement of his own great Name and Glory in the world, may in as proper a sense,
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that Gods glory is his darling, his unica, his only one, (as David cal'd his life, Eripe à gladio animam meam, a cane unicam meam, Ps. 22. 21.) it is the only life which he lives in the world;
that God's glory is his darling, his Unique, his only one, (as David called his life, Eripe à Gladio animam meam, a cane unicam meam, Ps. 22. 21.) it is the only life which he lives in the world;
it is the only apple that his soul careth to eat of, out of that great Orchard which he hath planted (I mean the world.) Therefore doubtless, he that shall oppose him in his gathering of this fruit, hath the greater sin.
it is the only apple that his soul Careth to eat of, out of that great Orchard which he hath planted (I mean the world.) Therefore doubtless, he that shall oppose him in his gathering of this fruit, hath the greater since.
there is somewhat of the father in the childe, of the root in the fruit and in the branches, &c. In like manner, in every Way, Doctrine or Practice which is from God, there is somewhat of God himself.
there is somewhat of the father in the child, of the root in the fruit and in the branches, etc. In like manner, in every Way, Doctrine or Practice which is from God, there is somewhat of God himself.
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The very substance, frame and constitution of them, at least that which is operative, quickning and spirituall in them, what is it but a kinde of heavenly composition, the ingredients whereof are the holiness, wisdome, mercy, goodness and bounty of God? and what are these,
The very substance, frame and constitution of them, At least that which is operative, quickening and spiritual in them, what is it but a kind of heavenly composition, the ingredients whereof Are the holiness, Wisdom, mercy, Goodness and bounty of God? and what Are these,
Therefore whosoever shall fight against any of these, by seeking to supplant, suppress, or keep them down, that they may not run and be glorified in the world, what do they else, let this work and course of theirs be truly interpreted,
Therefore whosoever shall fight against any of these, by seeking to supplant, suppress, or keep them down, that they may not run and be glorified in the world, what do they Else, let this work and course of theirs be truly interpreted,
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but fight against God himself? We have done with the Reasons of the Doctrine; we shall conclude with somewhat by way of use and application. First, by way of Instruction:
but fight against God himself? We have done with the Reasons of the Doctrine; we shall conclude with somewhat by Way of use and application. First, by Way of Instruction:
If to attempt the suppression or keeping down, any Way, Doctrine, or Practice which is from God, be of no less concernment, of no safer interprepation,
If to attempt the suppression or keeping down, any Way, Doctrine, or Practice which is from God, be of no less concernment, of no safer interprepation,
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For what do men by such a practice and ingagement of themselves as this, but run an apparent hazard, of dashing their foot against that stone, at which Paul stumbled, (when time was) yea,
For what do men by such a practice and engagement of themselves as this, but run an apparent hazard, of dashing their foot against that stone, At which Paul stumbled, (when time was) yea,
and without the highest hand of mercy that was ever lift up to save a mortall man, had been utterly broken to pieces by it? It is a hard thing for thee (saith the Lord by a voyce from heaven to him) NONLATINALPHABET, to kick or dash thy self against sharp goads or nails, made of steele or iron, (for so the word signifies) meaning that his undertaking or setting himselfe with such violence, to suppresse that way which Christ had a purpose to advance and set up in the world, was an enterprise of the sorest and most grievous consequence and portendance to him, in the nature of it, that ever he could have lift up either heart, or head, or hand unto.
and without the highest hand of mercy that was ever lift up to save a Mortal man, had been utterly broken to Pieces by it? It is a hard thing for thee (Says the Lord by a voice from heaven to him), to kick or dash thy self against sharp goads or nails, made of steel or iron, (for so the word signifies) meaning that his undertaking or setting himself with such violence, to suppress that Way which christ had a purpose to advance and Set up in the world, was an enterprise of the Sorest and most grievous consequence and portendance to him, in the nature of it, that ever he could have lift up either heart, or head, or hand unto.
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Vho ever hath been fierce against him (saith Job, speaking of God) and hath prospered? Job 9. 4. He that is fierce against any Way or Doctrine which is from God, makes a covenant with sorrow and trouble, which is like to stand.
Who ever hath been fierce against him (Says Job, speaking of God) and hath prospered? Job 9. 4. He that is fierce against any Way or Doctrine which is from God, makes a Covenant with sorrow and trouble, which is like to stand.
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And (to make the best of such a doubtfull and blind ingagement) put the case that that Way or Doctrine, which men shall prosecute with so much violence and fiercenesse of spirit, shall in conclusion be found to have been mistaken, erroneous, and not from God: yet •. In this case men shall but offer the sacrifice of fooles, a kinde of sacrifice, wherewith God is not delighted.
And (to make the best of such a doubtful and blind engagement) put the case that that Way or Doctrine, which men shall prosecute with so much violence and fierceness of Spirit, shall in conclusion be found to have been mistaken, erroneous, and not from God: yet •. In this case men shall but offer the sacrifice of Fools, a kind of sacrifice, wherewith God is not delighted.
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The Athenians worshipped the true God, as appeares by those words of the Apostle unto them, Act. 17. 23. Whom yee then ignorantly worship, him s•ew I unto you; and yet were Idolaters notwithstanding.
The Athenians worshipped the true God, as appears by those words of the Apostle unto them, Act. 17. 23. Whom ye then ignorantly worship, him s•ew I unto you; and yet were Idolaters notwithstanding.
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The same Apostle beares record unto his Country-men the Jewes, That they had the zeale of God; but this zeale of theirs not being according to knowledge, in the prosecution of it, they neither pleased God, and were contrary to all men, forbidding the Apostles to preach unto the Gentiles, that they might be saved, to fulfill their sins alwayes;
The same Apostle bears record unto his Countrymen the Jews, That they had the zeal of God; but this zeal of theirs not being according to knowledge, in the prosecution of it, they neither pleased God, and were contrary to all men, forbidding the Apostles to preach unto the Gentiles, that they might be saved, to fulfil their Sins always;
though it were a first-borne, yet was not to be sanctified or offered unto the Lord, if it were either lame, or blind, Deut. 15. 19. 21. Nor was any man,
though it were a firstborn, yet was not to be sanctified or offered unto the Lord, if it were either lame, or blind, Deuteronomy 15. 19. 21. Nor was any man,
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though of Aarons seed, admitted to serve at the Altar, that had any blemish or imperfection of blindnesse on him, Levit. 21. 17, 18. God regards no mans zeale without knowledge, though it should pitch and fasten upon things, never so agreeable unto his will:
though of Aaron's seed, admitted to serve At the Altar, that had any blemish or imperfection of blindness on him, Levit. 21. 17, 18. God regards no men zeal without knowledge, though it should pitch and fasten upon things, never so agreeable unto his will:
whether either the one or the other be from God or no, yet he expects from men (as well he may) that reverence and regard unto that Great Name of his, wherein such things are brought and tendered unto them, that they should be diligently considered,
whither either the one or the other be from God or no, yet he expects from men (as well he may) that Reverence and regard unto that Great Name of his, wherein such things Are brought and tendered unto them, that they should be diligently considered,
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or fall foule upon the messenger, but (as the Text saith, Judg. 2. 20.) arose up from his throne, addressing himselfe in that deportment of Reverence to receive it?
or fallen foul upon the Messenger, but (as the Text Says, Judges 2. 20.) arose up from his throne, addressing himself in that deportment of reverence to receive it?
Thirdly, (and lastly) It is extreme madnesse in men to run the hazard we speake of, I meane of fighting against God, in seeking to suppresse such waies or courses as they are not able to demonstrate,
Thirdly, (and lastly) It is extreme madness in men to run the hazard we speak of, I mean of fighting against God, in seeking to suppress such ways or courses as they Are not able to demonstrate,
but that they are waies of God indeed, because, in case they be not the waies of God, he himselfe will give testimony from Heaven against them in due time, he will suppresse and scatter them, and bring them to nought:
but that they Are ways of God indeed, Because, in case they be not the ways of God, he himself will give testimony from Heaven against them in due time, he will suppress and scatter them, and bring them to nought:
It were great folly in any man, to expose himselfe to the just offence and displeasure of God, by seeking to right himselfe in an angry and revengefull manner upon him, whom he certainly knows hath injur'd him, God himselfe being ready with his stroke of justice to do him right,
It were great folly in any man, to expose himself to the just offence and displeasure of God, by seeking to right himself in an angry and revengeful manner upon him, whom he Certainly knows hath injured him, God himself being ready with his stroke of Justice to do him right,
and who (at most) can onely be supposed or suspected to have done him wrong, considering that God who is an infallible discerner and judge of injuries and wrongs,
and who (At most) can only be supposed or suspected to have done him wrong, considering that God who is an infallible discerner and judge of injuries and wrongs,
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Nor hath any man cause in this case to feare, lest whilst the grasse grows, the s•eed should starve, (as the Proverb is) I meane, that the person injured,
Nor hath any man cause in this case to Fear, lest while the grass grows, the s•eed should starve, (as the Proverb is) I mean, that the person injured,
whether really or in supposition onely, should suffer losse, by possessing his soule in patience, untill the day of divine recompence and vengeance shall come.
whither really or in supposition only, should suffer loss, by possessing his soul in patience, until the day of divine recompense and vengeance shall come.
For God certainly will give full and ample consideration for all forbearance and long-suffering of men, wherein and whereby the rights of his Throne are tendered and maintained.
For God Certainly will give full and ample consideration for all forbearance and long-suffering of men, wherein and whereby the rights of his Throne Are tendered and maintained.
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It were no lesse then an exaltation of folly in any man, to expose his own life to the stroke of justice, by assaulting the life of a malefactor whilst he is going to execution.
It were no less then an exaltation of folly in any man, to expose his own life to the stroke of Justice, by assaulting the life of a Malefactor while he is going to execution.
or way, which is from God in so high and peremptory a manner, as was formerly expressed, be a fighting against God, take we knowledge from hence also, what •in by name in all likelihood (at least) and with highest pregnancy of conjecture, it is, which ever and anon thus separates between God and us, which still troubles our proceedings,
or Way, which is from God in so high and peremptory a manner, as was formerly expressed, be a fighting against God, take we knowledge from hence also, what •in by name in all likelihood (At least) and with highest pregnancy of conjecture, it is, which ever and anon thus separates between God and us, which still Troubles our proceedings,
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Is there not a fighting against God amongst us, as well as a fighting for him? and doe we not pull downe by the one, what we build up by the other? Are not the hearts,
Is there not a fighting against God among us, as well as a fighting for him? and do we not pull down by the one, what we built up by the other? are not the hearts,
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and of governing his Churches and Saints, which hath been, and still is held forth in his Name unto this Nation, by some Embassadors and Messengers of his of a very choice anoynting,
and of governing his Churches and Saints, which hath been, and still is held forth in his Name unto this nation, by Some ambassadors and Messengers of his of a very choice anointing,
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besides many thousands more, and those (for the most part) of the best and choicest servants of God amongst us? Is not this WAY blasphemed and spoken against;
beside many thousands more, and those (for the most part) of the best and Choicest Servants of God among us? Is not this WAY blasphemed and spoken against;
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yea, is not the destruction and ruine of it, with the grinding of the faces and breaking of the bones, with the suppression and crushing of those that hold it forth unto us, consulted, studied,
yea, is not the destruction and ruin of it, with the grinding of the faces and breaking of the bones, with the suppression and crushing of those that hold it forth unto us, consulted, studied,
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and attempted by some that would be thought Pillars and prime men in the House and Temple of God? And have they not a great vote of the generality of people, who know little of God,
and attempted by Some that would be Thought Pillars and prime men in the House and Temple of God? And have they not a great vote of the generality of people, who know little of God,
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or his Wayes, concurring with them, to strengthen their hand herein? May we not say of this WAY, as the Jews sometimes said unto Paul, concerning the Doctrine of Christ which he preached, with those that professed it;
or his Ways, concurring with them, to strengthen their hand herein? May we not say of this WAY, as the jews sometime said unto Paul, Concerning the Doctrine of christ which he preached, with those that professed it;
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and have forfeited our peace, help and comfort in God, as touching deliverance from our present dangers and miseries, by this our fighting against him. I presume you will all readily acknowledge and confesse, that if there be such a sin ruling and •aigning amongst us,
and have forfeited our peace, help and Comfort in God, as touching deliverance from our present dangers and misery's, by this our fighting against him. I presume you will all readily acknowledge and confess, that if there be such a since ruling and •aigning among us,
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as fighting against God, this of all other is like to be the Achan, the Troubler of our Israel; that betrays our armies, our faithfull and valiant men into the hands of their and our enemies,
as fighting against God, this of all other is like to be the achan, the Troubler of our Israel; that betrays our armies, our faithful and valiant men into the hands of their and our enemies,
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Whoever hath hardened himself against him (saith Job, as wee heard before) and prospered? If this be but granted, it is enough to demonstrate our case and condition to be very dangerous and doubtfull ▪ at the best:
Whoever hath hardened himself against him (Says Job, as we herd before) and prospered? If this be but granted, it is enough to demonstrate our case and condition to be very dangerous and doubtful ▪ At the best:
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most certain it is, that all the wit, wisdome, parts, learning, judgement, that have encountered and opposed it hitherto, have not been able by any demonstrative or concluding proofe, to overthrow that title or claim which it maketh unto God as the author and founder of it.
most certain it is, that all the wit, Wisdom, parts, learning, judgement, that have encountered and opposed it hitherto, have not been able by any demonstrative or concluding proof, to overthrow that title or claim which it makes unto God as the author and founder of it.
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then any thing else, (as far as I am able to discern) that we should hang the great weight of the peace and safety of a whole Nation, all our hopes and expectations of help and assistance from God in our greatest extremities, upon the brittle pin of so doubtfull a disputation,
then any thing Else, (as Far as I am able to discern) that we should hang the great weight of the peace and safety of a Whole nation, all our hope's and Expectations of help and assistance from God in our greatest extremities, upon the brittle pin of so doubtful a disputation,
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For in case that way against which the spirits of men are so generally and fiercely bent, shall at last be found to be the Way of God, we are all this while look'd upon from heaven as fighters against God, and so have as good as given hostages to our enemies, that we never mean to prosper,
For in case that Way against which the spirits of men Are so generally and fiercely bent, shall At last be found to be the Way of God, we Are all this while looked upon from heaven as fighters against God, and so have as good as given hostages to our enemies, that we never mean to prosper,
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or tongues upon this way, untill God had either untied or cut the knot, till he had given sentence against it, the doubtfulnesse of the disputation, need not, would not be prejudiciall in the least, either to our present proceedings, or future peace:
or tongues upon this Way, until God had either untied or Cut the knot, till he had given sentence against it, the doubtfulness of the disputation, need not, would not be prejudicial in the least, either to our present proceedings, or future peace:
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but because it is not laid more open, because it is not repaired and made more passable by the favour and countenance of men in place, whether Ministers or others;
but Because it is not laid more open, Because it is not repaired and made more passable by the favour and countenance of men in place, whither Ministers or Others;
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though the Way we speak of, be occupied in peace by those, whose feet by the light of Gods Word and Spirit (at least as they conceive) are guided into it.
though the Way we speak of, be occupied in peace by those, whose feet by the Light of God's Word and Spirit (At least as they conceive) Are guided into it.
For what doth the poor Flie sitting on the top of the wheele to hinder the waggoner from driving on his way? If the residue of the Nation be subjected to this Reformation, the Nation it self may be said to be reformed (according to such a denomination,
For what does the poor Fly sitting on the top of the wheel to hinder the wagoner from driving on his Way? If the residue of the nation be subjected to this Reformation, the nation it self may be said to be reformed (according to such a denomination,
as this Reformation will afford) notwithstanding such a number of persons (comparatively so inconsiderable, I mean as touching their number) as adhere to this Way, be not concluded in it.
as this Reformation will afford) notwithstanding such a number of Persons (comparatively so inconsiderable, I mean as touching their number) as adhere to this Way, be not concluded in it.
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and act her part within her Jurisdiction, with as much diligence, wisdome and faithfulness, as the Congregationall Way will undertake to act hers amongst her Proselytes;
and act her part within her Jurisdiction, with as much diligence, Wisdom and faithfulness, as the Congregational Way will undertake to act hers among her Proselytes;
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and there will not be the least occasion to fear, but that the whole and entire body of the Nation will shine with the beauty and lustre of a perfect Reformation.
and there will not be the least occasion to Fear, but that the Whole and entire body of the nation will shine with the beauty and lustre of a perfect Reformation.
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Such a Reformation, as that whereby that Angel of darknesse, Satan is reformed, when he is transformed into an Angel of light (as the Apostle speaketh) is no reformation of desires:
Such a Reformation, as that whereby that Angel of darkness, Satan is reformed, when he is transformed into an Angel of Light (as the Apostle speaks) is no Reformation of Desires:
If then such a reformation as this should take place, it is much to be feared, that when the Genealogie of it shall be sought, it will be found to be of the house and linage of that Reformation, which the Scribes and Pharisees attempted in the world,
If then such a Reformation as this should take place, it is much to be feared, that when the Genealogy of it shall be sought, it will be found to be of the house and lineage of that Reformation, which the Scribes and Pharisees attempted in the world,
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yea, then they were themselves; Or, what is the Reformation, wherein the Way we speak of, cannot be admitted to have either part or fellowship? Will it take the members of an Harlot, and make them the members of Christ, whether either Christ or such members themselves, will or no? Or will it undertake to reconcile darkness with light, to settle a communion betwixt Christ and Belial, to throw down the partition wall,
yea, then they were themselves; Or, what is the Reformation, wherein the Way we speak of, cannot be admitted to have either part or fellowship? Will it take the members of an Harlot, and make them the members of christ, whither either christ or such members themselves, will or no? Or will it undertake to reconcile darkness with Light, to settle a communion betwixt christ and Belial, to throw down the partition wall,
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and make the wildernesse of the world the garden of God, the Church and the world, enter-commoners? Or what is the glory or greatnesse of the design of it, that the Congregationall Way is counted unworthy to be so much as a stander by,
and make the Wilderness of the world the garden of God, the Church and the world, enter-commoners? Or what is the glory or greatness of the Design of it, that the Congregational Way is counted unworthy to be so much as a stander by,
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and best conscienced people in the Land, for trading in Apes and Peacocks, for holding some erroneous opinions (perhaps erroneously so called) as if it self were the Lord of infallibility,
and best conscienced people in the Land, for trading in Apes and Peacocks, for holding Some erroneous opinions (perhaps erroneously so called) as if it self were the Lord of infallibility,
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and had a non posse errare settled by God, as an inheritance upon it? I professe ingenuously, that when I put my self into a posture of the greatest indulgency I am able, to consider of the reformation so much spoken of,
and had a non posse errare settled by God, as an inheritance upon it? I profess ingenuously, that when I put my self into a posture of the greatest indulgency I am able, to Consider of the Reformation so much spoken of,
and even conflict with my spirit to forme and cast the possible effects and fruits of it to the greatest advantage, I am not able to apprehend any thing desireable likely to come of it, either in respect of a civill,
and even conflict with my Spirit to Form and cast the possible effects and fruits of it to the greatest advantage, I am not able to apprehend any thing desirable likely to come of it, either in respect of a civil,
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or religious accommodarion unto the Nation, above what might be expected, and that upon terms of a far more promising hope, from the other Way which indureth so much contradiction from men.
or religious accommodarion unto the nation, above what might be expected, and that upon terms of a Far more promising hope, from the other Way which Endureth so much contradiction from men.
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for which no place would be found in the other Way. Particularly, it is to mee instead of all arguments and demonstrations, that no Reformation is according to the mind of God and of Jesus Christ, which is destructive to the edification of the Saints,
for which no place would be found in the other Way. Particularly, it is to me instead of all Arguments and demonstrations, that no Reformation is according to the mind of God and of jesus christ, which is destructive to the edification of the Saints,
nor yet are capable of his Ministery, or any edification by it, be not under that condemnation, I leave to men that have not sold themselves under partiality, to judge and determine.
nor yet Are capable of his Ministry, or any edification by it, be not under that condemnation, I leave to men that have not sold themselves under partiality, to judge and determine.
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and much desired by a considerable number of godly persons, in Pastorall relation, who must say their consciences nay, to accept of a Parochiall charge.
and much desired by a considerable number of godly Persons, in Pastoral Relation, who must say their Consciences nay, to accept of a Parochial charge.
4. This liberty of choosing Pastors only by choosing houses, is so conditioned, that it smiles only upon the rich, (and that but somewhat faintly neither) but frowns upon the poor;
4. This liberty of choosing Pastors only by choosing houses, is so conditioned, that it smiles only upon the rich, (and that but somewhat faintly neither) but frowns upon the poor;
He that hath enough of that, which (as Solomon saith) answers all things, may probably be able to accommodate himself within the precincts of what parish he pleaseth, in point of dwelling;
He that hath enough of that, which (as Solomon Says) answers all things, may probably be able to accommodate himself within the precincts of what parish he Pleases, in point of Dwelling;
but the case of the poor man is many times such, that he cannot tell where to finde another hole in all the world to hide his head in, besides that wherein it is hid already.
but the case of the poor man is many times such, that he cannot tell where to find Another hold in all the world to hide his head in, beside that wherein it is hid already.
So that this liberty of choosing a Pastor, being nothing else, if plainly interpreted, but only a liberty of choosing such or such a Parish determinately to dwell in, is little better then a meer collusion, in respect of those that are poor,
So that this liberty of choosing a Pastor, being nothing Else, if plainly interpreted, but only a liberty of choosing such or such a Parish determinately to dwell in, is little better then a mere collusion, in respect of those that Are poor,
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5. (And lastly) such a liberty as this we now speak of ▪ were it more valueable then it is, is no gratuity, benefit or blessing of that Reformation so importunely demanded and pressed for by many, being nothing else,
5. (And lastly) such a liberty as this we now speak of ▪ were it more valueable then it is, is no gratuity, benefit or blessing of that Reformation so importunely demanded and pressed for by many, being nothing Else,
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This for answer in full to that undue charge against the Congregationall Way, wherein it was attainded of inconsistency with, and enmity against Reformation.
This for answer in full to that undue charge against the Congregational Way, wherein it was attained of inconsistency with, and enmity against Reformation.
A second objection levied against it, and all sufferance of it, by those that are adversaries to it, is, that if it be permitted quietly to walk up and down amongst us,
A second objection levied against it, and all sufferance of it, by those that Are Adversaries to it, is, that if it be permitted quietly to walk up and down among us,
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and not be suppressed, it will soon make the Land unquiet, fill the Land with troubles, t•mults, divisions, distractions, dissentions, discontents, confusions, in City, in Countrey, in relations, in families,
and not be suppressed, it will soon make the Land unquiet, fill the Land with Troubles, t•mults, divisions, distractions, dissensions, discontents, confusions, in city, in Country, in relations, in families,
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Wee know (say the Jews, concerning Christ) that this man is a sinner, Joh. 9. 24. And again, Joh. 8. 48. Say wee not well, that thou art a Samaritan, and hast a Devill? And yet for all their knowledge, and confidence of well-speaking, the Lord Christ was never the more either a Sinner, or a Samaritan, or had a Devill. The Way we speak of, is never the neerer the guilt of those things that are charged upon it,
we know (say the jews, Concerning christ) that this man is a sinner, John 9. 24. And again, John 8. 48. Say we not well, that thou art a Samaritan, and hast a devil? And yet for all their knowledge, and confidence of well-speaking, the Lord christ was never the more either a Sinner, or a Samaritan, or had a devil. The Way we speak of, is never the nearer the guilt of those things that Are charged upon it,
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Thou lovest all devouring words (said David) O tho• deceitfull (or, false) tongue. They that accuse either upon knowledge or fear of little or no guilt in the accused, still labour to lay on accusation enough,
Thou Lovest all devouring words (said David) Oh tho• deceitful (or, false) tongue. They that accuse either upon knowledge or Fear of little or no guilt in the accused, still labour to lay on accusation enough,
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That mount of accusation which is raised so high against the Way we now maintain, doth not at all prove that there is any thing in it that deserves battery.
That mount of accusation which is raised so high against the Way we now maintain, does not At all prove that there is any thing in it that deserves battery.
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and constitution of it otherwise, it is every whit as gentle, sweet, complying and accommodating, and no whit more threatning or portending troubles or distractions, then the other;
and constitution of it otherwise, it is every whit as gentle, sweet, complying and accommodating, and no whit more threatening or portending Troubles or distractions, then the other;
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2. If God should please to give it favour in the eyes, and interest in the hearts of the powers of this world, it thinks it very un-Christian and unworthy, to arm it self with this interest, to fight against the peace of the consciences of other men.
2. If God should please to give it favour in the eyes, and Interest in the hearts of the Powers of this world, it thinks it very unchristian and unworthy, to arm it self with this Interest, to fight against the peace of the Consciences of other men.
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as a troubler of State, or strife-maker, a dissention-breeder amongst men, except it be by a spirit of contention and strife indeed, is to me a thing incomprehensible.
as a troubler of State, or strife-maker, a dissention-breeder among men, except it be by a Spirit of contention and strife indeed, is to me a thing incomprehensible.
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Neverthelesse it is no new thing, that both the wayes and servants of God should be charged with such crimes and demerits, not only whereof they are wholly innocent and free,
Nevertheless it is no new thing, that both the ways and Servants of God should be charged with such crimes and demerits, not only whereof they Are wholly innocent and free,
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and self-assuming, Numb. 16. Elijah of being the troubler of Israel, 1 King. 18. who was the Chariot and Horse-men of Israel, to defend it: 2 King. 2. The Lord Christ himself, in whom the Godhead dwelt bodily, of having a Devill, Joh. 8. and so of being an enemy unto Cesar, when as it was,
and self-assuming, Numb. 16. Elijah of being the troubler of Israel, 1 King. 18. who was the Chariot and Horsemen of Israel, to defend it: 2 King. 2. The Lord christ himself, in whom the Godhead dwelled bodily, of having a devil, John 8. and so of being an enemy unto Cesar, when as it was,
this shewes and proves against all deniall and exception, that where your Way is entertained, Congregations are torn, families rent, relations distanced and divided, &c. I answer, first, that Aristotle long since observed, that NONLATINALPHABET, was a very frequent Paralogisme or mistake amongst men, nothing is more ordinary then for men to range consequents and effects under one & the same notion, especially where the disproportion of causality is not very notorious and broad.
this shows and Proves against all denial and exception, that where your Way is entertained, Congregations Are torn, families rend, relations distanced and divided, etc. I answer, First, that Aristotle long since observed, that, was a very frequent Paralogism or mistake among men, nothing is more ordinary then for men to range consequents and effects under one & the same notion, especially where the disproportion of causality is not very notorious and broad.
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as to think that the building of Tenderton Steeple, should be the cause of Godwins Sands, only because these sands were never known to be before the building of that Steeple;
as to think that the building of Tenderton Steeple, should be the cause of Godwins Sands, only Because these sands were never known to be before the building of that Steeple;
By such a form of arguing as this, Judas his betraying his Master, should have been the effect of the womans powring out that box of oyntment upon his head, mentioned, Mat. 26. 7. For he never betrayed him untill this oyntment was powred out upon him; and immediately after, he did.
By such a from of arguing as this, Judas his betraying his Master, should have been the Effect of the woman's Pouring out that box of ointment upon his head, mentioned, Mathew 26. 7. For he never betrayed him until this ointment was poured out upon him; and immediately After, he did.
because troubles, dissentions and divisions, many times follow upon the embracement and entertainment of it. 2. If troubles or divisions were the proper effects of this way, then the more,
Because Troubles, dissensions and divisions, many times follow upon the embracement and entertainment of it. 2. If Troubles or divisions were the proper effects of this Way, then the more,
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4. If matters were duly and fairely examined between the two Combatants in this case, the way wee plead for, would be found via lactea, the candid, harmlesse,
4. If matters were duly and fairly examined between the two Combatants in this case, the Way we plead for, would be found via lactea, the candid, harmless,
if they will not bow, and deny themselves for her sake, is the way of pride, and so of contention, (according to Solomons Logique) not that which is gentle,
if they will not bow, and deny themselves for her sake, is the Way of pride, and so of contention, (according to Solomons Logic) not that which is gentle,
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If there be any clashing or unkindnesse between the two wayes, Independency (so called) and Presbyterie, when they meet together, either in a relation, familie, &c. the very complexion of the latter bewrayes that to be still the foundresse of the quarrell.
If there be any clashing or unkindness between the two ways, Independency (so called) and Presbytery, when they meet together, either in a Relation, family, etc. the very complexion of the latter betrays that to be still the foundress of the quarrel.
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To me it is a wonder of the first magnitude, how men come to have so much ground of hope as to set their foot upon, of composing differences and distractions, of setling peace and love throughout the Nation, by exalting one way of Discipline, of Church-Government,
To me it is a wonder of the First magnitude, how men come to have so much ground of hope as to Set their foot upon, of composing differences and distractions, of settling peace and love throughout the nation, by exalting one Way of Discipline, of Church-Government,
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If Ephraim be against Manasseh, is it any wayes like but that Manasseh will be against Ephraim? And God himselfe prophecying of Ishmael, told his mother, that he would be a wild man: and that his hand should be against every man;
If Ephraim be against Manasses, is it any ways like but that Manasses will be against Ephraim? And God himself prophesying of Ishmael, told his mother, that he would be a wild man: and that his hand should be against every man;
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and then what manner of peace can reasonably be expected under the predominancy of such a way? That way which shall be able to out-reason, not that which shall out-clubbe, all other wayes, will at last exalt unitie,
and then what manner of peace can reasonably be expected under the predominancy of such a Way? That Way which shall be able to out-reason, not that which shall out-clubbe, all other ways, will At last exalt unity,
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Solomon tells us, that all that is taken in hunting, is not alwayes roasted; and that an inheritance may be hastily gotten, and yet the end thereof not be blessed:
Solomon tells us, that all that is taken in hunting, is not always roasted; and that an inheritance may be hastily got, and yet the end thereof not be blessed:
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5. I would gladly know what the plaintiffe in the objection means, by distractions, rents, divisions, in relations, families, Congregations, &c. If he means onely this, that the father goes to heare one Minister in one place,
5. I would gladly know what the plaintiff in the objection means, by distractions, rends, divisions, in relations, families, Congregations, etc. If he means only this, that the father Goes to hear one Minister in one place,
or division, then when the father being free of one company, as suppose of Merchant-taylors, shall still upon occasion of the meeting of this company, repaire to the hall belonging to it;
or division, then when the father being free of one company, as suppose of Merchant-tailors, shall still upon occasion of the meeting of this company, repair to the hall belonging to it;
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Who knows not that the members of all the severall Companies in London, dwell scatteringly and promiscuously up and downe the Citie, with the greatest irregularitie of intermixture that lightly can be,
Who knows not that the members of all the several Companies in London, dwell scatteringly and promiscuously up and down the city, with the greatest irregularity of intermixture that lightly can be,
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and without any observation of their relations to their respective Companies, sundry members of twenty severall Companies (it may be) inhabiting within one and the same parish;
and without any observation of their relations to their respective Companies, sundry members of twenty several Companies (it may be) inhabiting within one and the same parish;
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and yet without any complaint or inconvenience of rents, distractions, or divisions? Or if by rents, distractions, and divisions, he means distances or alienations in affections;
and yet without any complaint or inconvenience of rends, distractions, or divisions? Or if by rends, distractions, and divisions, he means distances or alienations in affections;
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because it is a maine principle and maxime in this way, to hold terms of love and Christian correspondence, with all persons of what judgement soever in point of Government,
Because it is a main principle and maxim in this Way, to hold terms of love and Christian correspondence, with all Persons of what judgement soever in point of Government,
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if they be godly, as well as with her owne children (as hath in effect been argued formerly.) But in this case the Roman proverb (it seems) must be verified; Aemilius fecit, plectitur Rutilius.
if they be godly, as well as with her own children (as hath in Effect been argued formerly.) But in this case the Roman proverb (it seems) must be verified; Aemilius fecit, plectitur Rutilius.
Or 3. (and lastly) if by rents, distractions, & •. he means, the shaking or troubling of mens judgements, raising doubts or scruples in mens consciences concerning the way they went peaceably in before:
Or 3. (and lastly) if by rends, distractions, & •. he means, the shaking or troubling of men's Judgments, raising doubts or scruples in men's Consciences Concerning the Way they went peaceably in before:
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I answer, 1. That if they were built upon sure and cleere foundations in their former way, there is not the least ground or reason why they should be troubled or shaken in their judgements,
I answer, 1. That if they were built upon sure and clear foundations in their former Way, there is not the least ground or reason why they should be troubled or shaken in their Judgments,
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but the ignorance of the truth, that both put them into it and kept them in it, they have no cause to complaine of being awakened out of so sinfull and dangerous a sleep,
but the ignorance of the truth, that both put them into it and kept them in it, they have no cause to complain of being awakened out of so sinful and dangerous a sleep,
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6. (and lastly) S〈 … 〉pose that all which the objection chargeth upon the way we speake for, be granted for truth, that where this Way comes and is entertained, Congregations are torne ▪ families rent, relations distanced, &c. Yet this maketh much more for it, then against it;
6. (and lastly) S〈 … 〉pose that all which the objection charges upon the Way we speak for, be granted for truth, that where this Way comes and is entertained, Congregations Are torn ▪ families rend, relations distanced, etc. Yet this makes much more for it, then against it;
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because such figures and characters as these, are the knowne impressions of the Gospel upon the world, where it comes in power, and is entertained in truth.
Because such figures and characters as these, Are the known impressions of the Gospel upon the world, where it comes in power, and is entertained in truth.
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Nor is it to be conceived that these divisions in relations and families, foretold by Christ as the common and ordinary effects and consequents of the Gospel (for in different respects they may be either) are to be limited onely to such either relations or families, wherein the ground or occasion of the division should be, the receiving of the Gospel in the maine truth and substance of it by the one partie, the other partie absolutely rejecting it,
Nor is it to be conceived that these divisions in relations and families, foretold by christ as the Common and ordinary effects and consequents of the Gospel (for in different respects they may be either) Are to be limited only to such either relations or families, wherein the ground or occasion of the division should be, the receiving of the Gospel in the main truth and substance of it by the one party, the other party absolutely rejecting it,
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but they are to be extended to such both families and relations also, where some particular and speciall points or truths of the Gospel are intertained by one partie,
but they Are to be extended to such both families and relations also, where Some particular and special points or truths of the Gospel Are entertained by one party,
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Experience shews that rents & divisions take place in both, as well, yea, and that with as much heate and distemper of affection, in the latter case and upon the latter occasion, as in the former.
Experience shows that rends & divisions take place in both, as well, yea, and that with as much heat and distemper of affection, in the latter case and upon the latter occasion, as in the former.
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Now if the question in this latter case be, Whether the occasion of the division be rather to be imputed to the truth held and practised by the one partie,
Now if the question in this latter case be, Whither the occasion of the division be rather to be imputed to the truth held and practised by the one party,
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The answer is, that where all were before bound up in unitie and peace, by a common band of error, there the occasion of the division must needs be imputed unto the truth comming amongst them.
The answer is, that where all were before bound up in unity and peace, by a Common band of error, there the occasion of the division must needs be imputed unto the truth coming among them.
Therefore were it granted, that the way so much contested against, did indeed occasion, rents, divisions, distractions, in relations, in families, in Congregations where it comes, this would rather turne unto it for a testimony, and assert its originall from God, then otherwise:
Therefore were it granted, that the Way so much contested against, did indeed occasion, rends, divisions, distractions, in relations, in families, in Congregations where it comes, this would rather turn unto it for a testimony, and assert its original from God, then otherwise:
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And as Aristotle supposeth, that in case any piece or fragment were broken off from the maine body of the Heavens, it would move circularly, according to the naturall motion of the maine body;
And as Aristotle Supposeth, that in case any piece or fragment were broken off from the main body of the Heavens, it would move circularly, according to the natural motion of the main body;
that way which affords the greatest advantages and the best incouragements unto men, both for the searching out ▪ and bringing forth into light the truth being found, must needs be so farre from opening doores unto errors, heresies, unsound opinions, &c. that it steers the mo•• advantagious and hopefull course that lightly can be taken,
that Way which affords the greatest advantages and the best encouragements unto men, both for the searching out ▪ and bringing forth into Light the truth being found, must needs be so Far from opening doors unto errors, heresies, unsound opinions, etc. that it steers the mo•• advantageous and hopeful course that lightly can be taken,
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I need not adde, that it is the congregationall way (and this onely amongst all its fellows) that rejoyecth in the method of this warfare and advance against those enemies of God, and Religion, errors and heresies. And,
I need not add, that it is the congregational Way (and this only among all its Fellows) that rejoyecth in the method of this warfare and advance against those enemies of God, and Religion, errors and heresies. And,
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and suffers ▪ them onely to dance there, as it may possibly shut the doores against some errors and heresies, which were not like to stay long, in case they should enter under the other way; so it is in every whit as much possibilitie and danger, of shutting the doore upon,
and suffers ▪ them only to dance there, as it may possibly shut the doors against Some errors and heresies, which were not like to stay long, in case they should enter under the other Way; so it is in every whit as much possibility and danger, of shutting the door upon,
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Thirdly, I would gladly learn of the sons of this objection, how, which way, or in what respect the way so much objected against, commits this folly-deed of opening a doore unto errors and heresies.
Thirdly, I would gladly Learn of the Sons of this objection, how, which Way, or in what respect the Way so much objected against, commits this folly-deed of opening a door unto errors and heresies.
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Secondly, I fully beleeve, that this way is as diligent, faithfull, and industrious to slay these enemies of Christ by the sword of the Spirit, (which is in speciall manner consecrated for such executions) as the other way.
Secondly, I Fully believe, that this Way is as diligent, faithful, and Industria to slay these enemies of christ by the sword of the Spirit, (which is in special manner consecrated for such executions) as the other Way.
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Thirdly, if the error be dangerous, amounting to, or neer an heresie, after two or three admonitions (that is, according to her warrant from Heaven) she casts it out of the line of her communication,
Thirdly, if the error be dangerous, amounting to, or near an heresy, After two or three admonitions (that is, according to her warrant from Heaven) she Cast it out of the line of her communication,
unto him who cast it in (I mean, Satan.) If to hate errors and heresies, to preach with all diligence and faithfulnesse against errors and heresies, to excommunicate errors and heresies, be to open a doore unto error and heresies,
unto him who cast it in (I mean, Satan.) If to hate errors and heresies, to preach with all diligence and faithfulness against errors and heresies, to excommunicate errors and heresies, be to open a door unto error and heresies,
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And this, which is the most, if not the onely effectuall means to preserve the wheat from those tares, the way of your desires exerciseth not, nor yet approveth. I answer:
And this, which is the most, if not the only effectual means to preserve the wheat from those tares, the Way of your Desires Exerciseth not, nor yet approveth. I answer:
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first, we presume that Prisons and Swords are no Church-officers, nor any appurtenances to any Ecclesiastique authority in what form of Government soever.
First, we presume that Prisons and Swords Are no Church-officers, nor any appurtenances to any Ecclesiastic Authority in what from of Government soever.
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as to leave them sufficiently furnished, and every wayes appointed with internall provision•, for the effectuall procurement and preservation of them, without any concurrence of any heterogeneall or externall power.
as to leave them sufficiently furnished, and every ways appointed with internal provision•, for the effectual procurement and preservation of them, without any concurrence of any heterogeneal or external power.
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Thirdly, though the Churches of Christ, during this period of time wherein they had no comportance with any secular arm for their preservation either in this or any other kind, were not wholly free from errors and heresies; yet did they quit and defend themselves against the danger spreading and troublesomenesse of them upon better terms,
Thirdly, though the Churches of christ, during this Period of time wherein they had no comportance with any secular arm for their preservation either in this or any other kind, were not wholly free from errors and heresies; yet did they quit and defend themselves against the danger spreading and troublesomeness of them upon better terms,
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Fourthly, if persons delivered up unto Satan by the Church, whether for Error, Heresie ▪ or other crime, were presently to be cut off by the secular Sword, all opportunitie for the effectuall and saving work of that ordinance of Christ upon the persons so delivered up, would be cut off also.
Fourthly, if Persons Delivered up unto Satan by the Church, whither for Error, Heresy ▪ or other crime, were presently to be Cut off by the secular Sword, all opportunity for the effectual and Saving work of that Ordinance of christ upon the Persons so Delivered up, would be Cut off also.
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The Apostle, 1 ▪ Corinth. 5. 5. expresly affirms the end of Excommunication or delivering up unto Satan, to be the destruction of the flesh, that the spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord Jesus.
The Apostle, 1 ▪ Corinth. 5. 5. expressly affirms the end of Excommunication or delivering up unto Satan, to be the destruction of the Flesh, that the Spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord jesus.
Now as naturall medicines and physicall receits, must have a time to work, before they can in an ordinarie course of providence produce their m•st proper and desired effects;
Now as natural medicines and physical receits, must have a time to work, before they can in an ordinary course of providence produce their m•st proper and desired effects;
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in like manner the ordinances and means which the Lord Christ hath graciously appointed for the everlasting salvation of the precious souls of men, must, according to the nature and condition of their respective workings,
in like manner the ordinances and means which the Lord christ hath graciously appointed for the everlasting salvation of the precious Souls of men, must, according to the nature and condition of their respective workings,
and the tenor of Gods providence observed for the time of his falling in with them to make them effectuall, have their full and just allowance of time given and permitted unto them, to work upon men effectually.
and the tenor of God's providence observed for the time of his falling in with them to make them effectual, have their full and just allowance of time given and permitted unto them, to work upon men effectually.
And whosoever shall limit or straiten the providence of God, in this kind, by any hasty or violent taking away a soul from under the influence and working of any ordinance of Christ appointed for his salvation,
And whosoever shall limit or straiten the providence of God, in this kind, by any hasty or violent taking away a soul from under the influence and working of any Ordinance of christ appointed for his salvation,
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And God himself having no where prescribed or limited any determinate or set time, within which he intends to make the sentence of Excommunication after the passing of it by the Church, effectuall to the saving of the soul,
And God himself having no where prescribed or limited any determinate or Set time, within which he intends to make the sentence of Excommunication After the passing of it by the Church, effectual to the Saving of the soul,
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or otherwise never to do it, I conceive it can be no lesse then an act of high presumption in any man to undertake any such prescription or limitation.
or otherwise never to do it, I conceive it can be no less then an act of high presumption in any man to undertake any such prescription or limitation.
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and difference in respect of time? And this sentence being the last and utmost means which God is like to afford a poore hardened, impenitent soul for the eternall peace and salvation of it,
and difference in respect of time? And this sentence being the last and utmost means which God is like to afford a poor hardened, impenitent soul for the Eternal peace and salvation of it,
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whilst God is pleased to spare him? If it be here objected and said, But if an heretique be suffered to live, he is in danger of infecting others, and destroying them eternally.
while God is pleased to spare him? If it be Here objected and said, But if an heretic be suffered to live, he is in danger of infecting Others, and destroying them eternally.
Secondly, as for those that are within the Church, they are not capable of any communion or commerce with an Heretique that is cast out by Excommunication,
Secondly, as for those that Are within the Church, they Are not capable of any communion or commerce with an Heretic that is cast out by Excommunication,
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Thirdly, (and lastly) the truth is, that an Heretique being dead (especially if punished with death for his opinion sake) speaketh in his surviving heresie with every whit as much authoritie,
Thirdly, (and lastly) the truth is, that an Heretic being dead (especially if punished with death for his opinion sake) speaks in his surviving heresy with every whit as much Authority,
Fifthly, (and lastly) concerning other civill means for the suppression and restraint of those spirituall evils, errors, heresies, &c. as imprisonment, b•nishment, interdictions, finings, &c. both reason and experience concurre in this demonstration, that such fetters as these put upon the feet of errors and heresies to secure and keep them under, still have prov'd (and are like to prove no other,
Fifthly, (and lastly) Concerning other civil means for the suppression and restraint of those spiritual evils, errors, heresies, etc. as imprisonment, b•nishment, interdictions, finings, etc. both reason and experience concur in this demonstration, that such fetters as these put upon the feet of errors and heresies to secure and keep them under, still have proved (and Are like to prove no other,
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It was an observation of Tacitus long since, that punitis ingeniis gliscit authoritas; To punish men of parts and wit, is to cast a spirit of Authoritie upon them,
It was an observation of Tacitus long since, that Punitis ingeniis gliscit Authoritas; To Punish men of parts and wit, is to cast a Spirit of authority upon them,
Men of ordinarie capacitie, and vulgar apprehension, are and ever will be inclinable to think, that men of wisdome and worth will never expose themselves to sufferings,
Men of ordinary capacity, and Vulgar apprehension, Are and ever will be inclinable to think, that men of Wisdom and worth will never expose themselves to sufferings,
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whilest they have the advantage and odds of their adversaries in reason, will never renounce or disclaim this so honourable an advantage by calling in the more ignoble assistance of horn and hoof to their aid.
whilst they have the advantage and odds of their Adversaries in reason, will never renounce or disclaim this so honourable an advantage by calling in the more ignoble assistance of horn and hoof to their aid.
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Fourthly (to the main objection last propounded) whereas the innocent way is condemned as opening a doore to all loosenesse and prophanenesse, she may justly take up Davids complaint,
Fourthly (to the main objection last propounded) whereas the innocent Way is condemned as opening a door to all looseness and profaneness, she may justly take up Davids complaint,
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Psal. 35. 11. The very truth is, that this way, above all her fellows, is so farre from holding any intelligence or correspondence with loosenesse and prophanenesse, that her face is set to advance righteousnesse and true holinesse in all her quarters.
Psalm 35. 11. The very truth is, that this Way, above all her Fellows, is so Far from holding any intelligence or correspondence with looseness and profaneness, that her face is Set to advance righteousness and true holiness in all her quarters.
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If David in those resolutions and practises mentioned, opened a d•ore to loosenesse and prophanenesse, then cannot she excuse her self from part and fellowship with him, in that sin.
If David in those resolutions and practises mentioned, opened a d•ore to looseness and profaneness, then cannot she excuse her self from part and fellowship with him, in that since.
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yea and prudence of endevour otherwise, and likelihood of successe, attempts and seeks the salvation of those that sit in darknesse and in the shadow of death,
yea and prudence of endeavour otherwise, and likelihood of success, attempts and seeks the salvation of those that fit in darkness and in the shadow of death,
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It is true, she doth not judge it any wayes conducing towards the quickning of those that are dead in sins and trespasses, to put them into a conceit that they are living stones (whilest they are yet dead) by putting them into the building of the spirituall temple of God:
It is true, she does not judge it any ways conducing towards the quickening of those that Are dead in Sins and Trespasses, to put them into a conceit that they Are living stones (whilst they Are yet dead) by putting them into the building of the spiritual temple of God:
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Nor doth she make Faith of apparent unbelief in parents, by baptizing their children, as any wayes accommodating the souls either of the one, or of the other.
Nor does she make Faith of apparent unbelief in Parents, by baptizing their children, as any ways accommodating the Souls either of the one, or of the other.
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but onely this, that she thinks it no point either of wisdome or charity to expose her self to the displeasure of God by doing that, which is more like to expose others also to the same stroke,
but only this, that she thinks it no point either of Wisdom or charity to expose her self to the displeasure of God by doing that, which is more like to expose Others also to the same stroke,
But whatsoever she can reasonably conceive or judge to be a means any wayes likely to save a soul from death, to translate men from darknesse unto life, she girds her self to minister unto the world both farre and neer, in every such thing:
But whatsoever she can reasonably conceive or judge to be a means any ways likely to save a soul from death, to translate men from darkness unto life, she girds her self to minister unto the world both Far and near, in every such thing:
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She cordially prayes for the conversion of the unconverted, she mourns over them, she causes her light to shine before them, she bears their burthens, she intreats them gently, she feeds their hungry,
She cordially prays for the conversion of the unconverted, she mourns over them, she Causes her Light to shine before them, she bears their burdens, she intreats them gently, she feeds their hungry,
and cloatheth their naked (as she is able) she recompenceth evill for evill unto none of them, with all such exemplatities of life and conversation, which are sanctified,
and clotheth their naked (as she is able) she recompenseth evil for evil unto none of them, with all such exemplatities of life and Conversation, which Are sanctified,
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and appointed by God for the winning of those without the Word, who refuse to obey it. 1 Pet. 3. 1. And besides all this, (that which is the first-born means of conversion) she preacheth the Gospel with as much diligence,
and appointed by God for the winning of those without the Word, who refuse to obey it. 1 Pet. 3. 1. And beside all this, (that which is the firstborn means of conversion) she Preacheth the Gospel with as much diligence,
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and faithfulnesse, and power, and with as much libertie and freedome unto all to partake with her in this her ministration, as any other way whatsoever:
and faithfulness, and power, and with as much liberty and freedom unto all to partake with her in this her ministration, as any other Way whatsoever:
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whether in counsell, purse, or otherwise, for the furnishing of all the candlesticks in the land with burning and shining lights, I mean for the erecting and setting up a faithfull preaching Ministery throughout the Land,
whither in counsel, purse, or otherwise, for the furnishing of all the candlesticks in the land with burning and shining lights, I mean for the erecting and setting up a faithful preaching Ministry throughout the Land,
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Fifthly, (and lastly, to the main objection) whereas this way with the permission and sufferance of it, is burthened with this jealousie and fear, that it is so highly displeasing unto God, that he is not like to turn in mercie unto the Nation,
Fifthly, (and lastly, to the main objection) whereas this Way with the permission and sufferance of it, is burdened with this jealousy and Fear, that it is so highly displeasing unto God, that he is not like to turn in mercy unto the nation,
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First, that this jealousie and fear is of the same inspiration, with that wherewith Rabshakeh of old, sought to possesse the heart of the good King Hezekiah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, that so upon the discouragement they might be the more willing to compound for their City.
First, that this jealousy and Fear is of the same inspiration, with that wherewith Rabshakeh of old, sought to possess the heart of the good King Hezekiah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, that so upon the discouragement they might be the more willing to compound for their city.
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is it not he whose high places, and whose altars Hezekiah hath taken away, and said to Judah and Jerusalem, ye shall worship before this altar? That which Hezekiah had done (in destroying Idolatry) with great acceptation in the sight of God,
is it not he whose high places, and whose Altars Hezekiah hath taken away, and said to Judah and Jerusalem, you shall worship before this altar? That which Hezekiah had done (in destroying Idolatry) with great acceptation in the sighed of God,
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and which consequently was in it self a pledge and confirmation unto him and his people that God was and would be with them to save them and their Citie out of Rabshakehs hand, this doth this deceived ambitious man contrive into an argument of jealousie and fear unto them, that God was offended with them;
and which consequently was in it self a pledge and confirmation unto him and his people that God was and would be with them to save them and their city out of Rabshakehs hand, this does this deceived ambitious man contrive into an argument of jealousy and Fear unto them, that God was offended with them;
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He that perswaded the woman, that God knew how that in the day wherein they should eat of the tree i• the mid ••st of the garden, their eyes should be opened,
He that persuaded the woman, that God knew how that in the day wherein they should eat of the tree i• the mid ••st of the garden, their eyes should be opened,
and they be like gods, &c. hath (it seems) possest many amongst us with this semblable apprehension, that from the day wherein they shall destroy that way we speak of out of the Land,
and they be like God's, etc. hath (it seems) possessed many among us with this semblable apprehension, that from the day wherein they shall destroy that Way we speak of out of the Land,
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Gen. 15. 14. Is his mind so far altered in this point, that now he should say, the Nation who shall give them libertie, I will iudge? The generall rule of restraint which God hath charged upon States, Kingdoms, and Nations, is this:
Gen. 15. 14. Is his mind so Far altered in this point, that now he should say, the nation who shall give them liberty, I will judge? The general Rule of restraint which God hath charged upon States, Kingdoms, and nations, is this:
and hath he any where made Independencie (so called) an exception from this rule? or hath he any where made Presbyterie a distinguishing character of such of his anointed ones, who must not be touc•'d, from others of them, who may be crush'd,
and hath he any where made Independency (so called) an exception from this Rule? or hath he any where made Presbytery a distinguishing character of such of his anointed ones, who must not be touc•ed, from Others of them, who may be crushed,
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but have cause to rejoyce in such their neighbourhood and societi•, as being pillars of the s•me strength with themselves, to support the State and Nation wherein they dwell. But
but have cause to rejoice in such their neighbourhood and societi•, as being pillars of the s•me strength with themselves, to support the State and nation wherein they dwell. But
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I say no more in this, but onely pray with all mine heart, and with all my soul, that the people of this Kingdom, may see with their eyes, and hear with their eares, and understand with their hearts, that they may convert, and be healed.
I say no more in this, but only pray with all mine heart, and with all my soul, that the people of this Kingdom, may see with their eyes, and hear with their ears, and understand with their hearts, that they may convert, and be healed.
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If this way be let alone, and suffered to take place, it will still undermine the credit and comfort, of many worthy and conscientious Ministers in the land.
If this Way be let alone, and suffered to take place, it will still undermine the credit and Comfort, of many worthy and conscientious Ministers in the land.
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First, that if that way of Government and worship, wherein those good Ministers shall walk, who are supposed to convert people unto God, be indeed and in truth the way of God, there is little ground or cause of fear, that any other way should separate between them and their converted ones.
First, that if that Way of Government and worship, wherein those good Ministers shall walk, who Are supposed to convert people unto God, be indeed and in truth the Way of God, there is little ground or cause of Fear, that any other Way should separate between them and their converted ones.
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For first, the verie grace of conversion, being dispensed unto these by their hand, is a great and solemne ingagement upon them, to love and honour them above others.
For First, the very grace of conversion, being dispensed unto these by their hand, is a great and solemn engagement upon them, to love and honour them above Others.
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Secondly, the person being dearly lov'd, and highly honour'd, gives credit and interest both in the judgements and affections of those who do so love and honour, to all his matters,
Secondly, the person being dearly loved, and highly honoured, gives credit and Interest both in the Judgments and affections of those who do so love and honour, to all his matters,
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Thirdly, when men and women are converted unto God, they are endued with a principle of a neerer and more inward sympathie and compliance with all the wayes of God, then they had before.
Thirdly, when men and women Are converted unto God, they Are endued with a principle of a nearer and more inward Sympathy and compliance with all the ways of God, then they had before.
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For in this case and supposition, unconverted ones have no inward sutablenesse of soul, to incline them to love or delight in this way, and consequently their hearts must needs sit loose (if they stand not in opposition) •o it:
For in this case and supposition, unconverted ones have no inward suitableness of soul, to incline them to love or delight in this Way, and consequently their hearts must needs fit lose (if they stand not in opposition) •o it:
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Secondly, if the hearts of men and women upon their conversion unto God, are so generally found (for otherwise there is no place for the jealo••ie, which is the ground of the objection) to stand in propension to this way, is not this an argument,
Secondly, if the hearts of men and women upon their conversion unto God, Are so generally found (for otherwise there is no place for the jealo••ie, which is the ground of the objection) to stand in propension to this Way, is not this an argument,
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if not demonstrative, yet of a very high importance to evince, that this way is of a truth, the Way of God? I will wait on thy Name (saith David) for it is good before thy Saints;
if not demonstrative, yet of a very high importance to evince, that this Way is of a truth, the Way of God? I will wait on thy Name (Says David) for it is good before thy Saints;
or, because thy Saints like it well (as another translation reads.) So that this great Prophet and King thought the generall approbation and concurrence of the Saints, sufficiently assertive of the acceptablenes of a way or practise, in the sight of God.
or, Because thy Saints like it well (as Another Translation reads.) So that this great Prophet and King Thought the general approbation and concurrence of the Saints, sufficiently assertive of the acceptablenes of a Way or practise, in the sighed of God.
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Thirdly, those Ministers who have the spirit of this glory cast upon them by God, to beget sons and daughters unto him by the Gospel, have no cause to envie the line and measure of those who receive them from their hand, upon such terms.
Thirdly, those Ministers who have the Spirit of this glory cast upon them by God, to beget Sons and daughters unto him by the Gospel, have no cause to envy the line and measure of those who receive them from their hand, upon such terms.
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for in Christ Jesus I have begotten you through the Gospel. And else-where he counts it a master-piece in the spirituall building, to lay the foundation.
for in christ jesus I have begotten you through the Gospel. And elsewhere he counts it a masterpiece in the spiritual building, to lay the Foundation.
So then, planting being more Apostolicall then watering (it was Paul that planted, and but Apollos that watered, 1 Cor. 3. 6.) and laying the foundations of life and immortalitie in men, of a more honourable interpretation,
So then, planting being more Apostolical then watering (it was Paul that planted, and but Apollos that watered, 1 Cor. 3. 6.) and laying the foundations of life and immortality in men, of a more honourable Interpretation,
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then the Apostles themselves had, for complaining against such Ministers and Pastors, who feed those flock• of Christ which they had first converted unto him.
then the Apostles themselves had, for complaining against such Ministers and Pastors, who feed those flock• of christ which they had First converted unto him.
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ver. 36. So that as Abigail told David, that when the Lord should have done unto him all the good which he had promised him, it would be no grief unto him,
ver. 36. So that as Abigail told David, that when the Lord should have done unto him all the good which he had promised him, it would be no grief unto him,
and brought home souls unto him, when they shall shine like stars in the firmament of Heaven, that some of the children of their labours departed from under their hand when time was, to seek pasture and soulaccommodations else-where.
and brought home Souls unto him, when they shall shine like Stars in the firmament of Heaven, that Some of the children of their labours departed from under their hand when time was, to seek pasture and soulaccommodations elsewhere.
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and (for the most part) illiterate persons ▪ and not rather that, which triumpheth in the vote and suffrage of a Reverend, learned, pious and frequent Assembly;
and (for the most part) illiterate Persons ▪ and not rather that, which Triumpheth in the vote and suffrage of a Reverend, learned, pious and frequent Assembly;
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meaning, that God still reserves a liberty to himself to interpose, and to carry the issues and events of things against all advantages and likelihoods of second causes,
meaning, that God still reserves a liberty to himself to interpose, and to carry the issues and events of things against all advantages and likelihoods of second Causes,
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Secondly, if we consult with the tenor of Gods providence and dispensations in this kind, our information or answer will be according to the tenor of our Saviours gratulation (being now in a kind of rapture or exultation of spiri•) unto his Father:
Secondly, if we consult with the tenor of God's providence and dispensations in this kind, our information or answer will be according to the tenor of our Saviors gratulation (being now in a kind of rapture or exultation of spiri•) unto his Father:
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Doubtlesse it was not without some very considerable ground and reason, that that ancient and learned Father Grego ie N•zianzene should say, that he never saw good end,
Doubtless it was not without Some very considerable ground and reason, that that ancient and learned Father Grego ie N•zianzene should say, that he never saw good end,
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Joh. 20. 12. 14. The Scripture takes speciall notice of Lots departure from Abraham, before God was pleased to make that excellent discovery of himselfe unto him, spoken of, Gen. 13. 14, 15, &c. Yea, most of those revelations of himselfe, which he was graciously pleas'd to impart unto his ancient Church of the Jewes, were not imparted unto them by their Synedrion or Great Councell, but by particular men;
John 20. 12. 14. The Scripture Takes special notice of Lots departure from Abraham, before God was pleased to make that excellent discovery of himself unto him, spoken of, Gen. 13. 14, 15, etc. Yea, most of those revelations of himself, which he was graciously pleased to impart unto his ancient Church of the Jews, were not imparted unto them by their Synedrion or Great Council, but by particular men;
That light of Evangelicall truth, wherein the Reformed Churches rejoyce at this day, yea, and triumph over Antichristian darkness, did not break out of the clouds of Councels and Synods unto them,
That Light of Evangelical truth, wherein the Reformed Churches rejoice At this day, yea, and triumph over Antichristian darkness, did not break out of the Clouds of Counsels and Synods unto them,
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but God caused it to shine upon them, from scattered and single starres, as Luther, Calvin, Zuinglius, Martyr, &c. God never took any pleasure to cumber his arme with flesh and bloud,
but God caused it to shine upon them, from scattered and single Stars, as Luther, calvin, Zwingli, Martyr, etc. God never took any pleasure to cumber his arm with Flesh and blood,
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when they command all mens judgements and consciences to bow downe at the feet of their determinations?) this is little lesse then an authorized ground of Divination, that they will miscarry,
when they command all men's Judgments and Consciences to bow down At the feet of their determinations?) this is little less then an authorized ground of Divination, that they will miscarry,
A Synod or Councell, though of men never so conscientious and learned, though never so both frequent and fervent in fasting and prayer before God, that shall assemble and meet together upon such terms, I meane so as either to expect,
A Synod or Council, though of men never so conscientious and learned, though never so both frequent and fervent in fasting and prayer before God, that shall assemble and meet together upon such terms, I mean so as either to expect,
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as viz. candidly and unpartially to argue and debate, and so to finde out the Truth in things appertaining unto God, onely with an intent and desire to be helpers of the Saints,
as viz. candidly and unpartially to argue and debate, and so to find out the Truth in things appertaining unto God, only with an intent and desire to be helpers of the Saints,
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and not to exercise a dominion over their Faith (as the Apostle speaketh) by an authoritative commanding them out of their present judgement, what ever it be, to doe homage to the results of their debates,
and not to exercise a dominion over their Faith (as the Apostle speaks) by an authoritative commanding them out of their present judgement, what ever it be, to do homage to the results of their debates,
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they may expect a speciall presence of God with them, and the Churches of God about them, may comfortably waite for somewhat more of the minde of Christ from them, then they knew.
they may expect a special presence of God with them, and the Churches of God about them, may comfortably wait for somewhat more of the mind of christ from them, then they knew.
I answer, That this is not alwayes found true, no not in naturall, civill or artificiall things, wherein notwithstanding there is usually a greater regularitie and uniformitie in the actings and workings of second causes;
I answer, That this is not always found true, no not in natural, civil or artificial things, wherein notwithstanding there is usually a greater regularity and uniformity in the actings and workings of second Causes;
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wherein himselfe more frequently interposeth by his prerogative, and ordereth the tenor and course of occurrences and effects, besides the proportion of second causes, by the good pleasure of his will.
wherein himself more frequently interposeth by his prerogative, and Ordereth the tenor and course of occurrences and effects, beside the proportion of second Causes, by the good pleasure of his will.
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All the great and rare inventions of the world, which either former, or latter ages have brought to light, were not the issues or results either of the thoughts or studies of the wisest or learnedest of men,
All the great and rare Inventions of the world, which either former, or latter ages have brought to Light, were not the issues or results either of the thoughts or studies of the Wisest or Learnedest of men,
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but the wise Disposer of all things, according to his owne good pleasure and will, cast this honour upon particular and single men, (for the most part) and those not alwayes of the most learned or profound,
but the wise Disposer of all things, according to his own good pleasure and will, cast this honour upon particular and single men, (for the most part) and those not always of the most learned or profound,
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and dangerous, that it affecteth a Dictatorship Ecclesiasticall, a power of Law-giving, that it undermines Civill or Parliamentary Authoritie, &c. But to this also we answer (omitting what was formerly said, concerning extravagant height of accusations and charges,
and dangerous, that it affects a Dictatorship Ecclesiastical, a power of Lawgiving, that it undermines Civil or Parliamentary authority, etc. But to this also we answer (omitting what was formerly said, Concerning extravagant height of accusations and charges,
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as likewise concerning the speciall disposition of God in ordering the malice or ill will of those that are enemies, either to his people or wayes, still to shoote the arrowes of their accusations against their b•e•s•plate of righteousnesse, where it is strongest and least penetrable ▪
as likewise Concerning the special disposition of God in ordering the malice or ill will of those that Are enemies, either to his people or ways, still to shoot the arrows of their accusations against their b•e•s•plate of righteousness, where it is Strongest and least penetrable ▪
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1. That there is not the least colour, no, nor the least colour of a colour, to charge any ambitious or Dictator-like designe upon this Way. The reason is,
1. That there is not the least colour, no, nor the least colour of a colour, to charge any ambitious or Dictator-like Design upon this Way. The reason is,
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Indeed, when it degenerates from it self, and passeth into another kind, there may be some danger and fear of this Way; as there is that Honey should turn into choler,
Indeed, when it Degenerates from it self, and passes into Another kind, there may be Some danger and Fear of this Way; as there is that Honey should turn into choler,
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If the Lamb in the fold should threaten or project the slaughter and destruction of all the Lions in the Wildernesse, had these ever the more cause to be afraid of her? The kingdomes and powers of this world, need not fear either the numbers or power of the Saints,
If the Lamb in the fold should threaten or project the slaughter and destruction of all the Lions in the Wilderness, had these ever the more cause to be afraid of her? The kingdoms and Powers of this world, need not Fear either the numbers or power of the Saints,
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for taking away their crowns, or breaking the scepters of their rule and government, untill the world that now is be translated into that which is to come. And therefore,
for taking away their crowns, or breaking the sceptres of their Rule and government, until the world that now is be translated into that which is to come. And Therefore,
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then there was in Daniels heart to prejudice the life and honour of the King, when hee prayed three times a day, (contrary to the Kings commandement) or then was in Pauls Doctrine of Justification by Faith to make voyd the writings of Moses, or the Law;
then there was in Daniel's heart to prejudice the life and honour of the King, when he prayed three times a day, (contrary to the Kings Commandment) or then was in Paul's Doctrine of Justification by Faith to make void the writings of Moses, or the Law;
And doubtlesse the learned Gentleman, who undertakes the unmasking of Independency, (which never wore any) is in an utter mistake, not only of the intentions of the two Brethren of this Way (who ever they were) whose words he citeth, p. 3. of his late Examination; but also of the rationall and Grammaticall construction and import of the words.
And doubtless the learned Gentleman, who undertakes the unmasking of Independency, (which never wore any) is in an utter mistake, not only of the intentions of the two Brothers of this Way (who ever they were) whose words he citeth, p. 3. of his late Examination; but also of the rational and Grammatical construction and import of the words.
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as make a spirituall extraction ••t of a se〈 … 〉, the Gentleman will needs interpret, that they make both Parliament and Assembly secular and unclean; whereas by the tenor and carriage of the whole passage, it is as clear as the Sun ▪ that in neither of these expressions they reflect either upon the one, or the other;
as make a spiritual extraction ••t of a se〈 … 〉, the Gentleman will needs interpret, that they make both Parliament and Assembly secular and unclean; whereas by the tenor and carriage of the Whole passage, it is as clear as the Sun ▪ that in neither of these expressions they reflect either upon the one, or the other;
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no, nor yet in those following words, wherein they affirm, that it will be demonstratively prov'd (against their adversary, who makes the Law of the State the first and most considerable band or tye upon men,
no, nor yet in those following words, wherein they affirm, that it will be demonstratively proved (against their adversary, who makes the Law of the State the First and most considerable band or tie upon men,
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for their submission to his Church-government) that he resolves the government of the Churches of Christ (in the last resolution of it) into the humors, wills and pleasures of the world,
for their submission to his Church-government) that he resolves the government of the Churches of christ (in the last resolution of it) into the humours, wills and pleasures of the world,
And therefore, whereas upon his citation of these words, his demand is, Brethren, bona verba quaeso, the Brethren upon his interpretation of them, have far more reason to make this request unto him;
And Therefore, whereas upon his Citante of these words, his demand is, Brothers, Bona verba quaeso, the Brothers upon his Interpretation of them, have Far more reason to make this request unto him;
For doubtlesse the Brethren in the mentioned period and expressions, reflected only upon the generality of the people in the Land, who according to the Lawes of the Land;
For doubtless the Brothers in the mentioned Period and expressions, reflected only upon the generality of the people in the Land, who according to the Laws of the Land;
These, and especially the ignorant and irreligious part of them (which they that know any thing concerning the generality of the Kingdome for matters of Religion, must needs know to be far the greater part in every place) are that secular root, out of which the Brethren conceive an impossibility, that a spirituall extraction should be made, that is, that a legitimate Ecclesiastique power should according to the minde of Christ,
These, and especially the ignorant and irreligious part of them (which they that know any thing Concerning the generality of the Kingdom for matters of Religion, must needs know to be Far the greater part in every place) Are that secular root, out of which the Brothers conceive an impossibility, that a spiritual extraction should be made, that is, that a legitimate Ecclesiastic power should according to the mind of christ,
and this impossibility conceived by them, they only illustrate and declare by that parallel expression in Job, Who can bring a cleane thing out of an uncleane? When they imply, that men unworthy,
and this impossibility conceived by them, they only illustrate and declare by that parallel expression in Job, Who can bring a clean thing out of an unclean? When they imply, that men unworthy,
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and strangers to the power of godlinesse and matters of Religion, have the right and power of conferring Parliamentary trust and power, upon persons chosen by them hereinto, they reflect not the least touch of prejudice or disparagement upon the persons honoured with that choyce:
and Strangers to the power of godliness and matters of Religion, have the right and power of conferring Parliamentary trust and power, upon Persons chosen by them hereinto, they reflect not the least touch of prejudice or disparagement upon the Persons honoured with that choice:
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First, because there is no other way, no, nor is there any conveniency or lawfulnesse of any way whereby to ascend the height of the interest and honour, but such a choyce:
First, Because there is no other Way, no, nor is there any conveniency or lawfulness of any Way whereby to ascend the height of the Interest and honour, but such a choice:
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And secondly, the votes and voyces of such men being carried upon persons of honour, worth and Religion, demonstrates that there was so much the more of God in their election;
And secondly, the votes and voices of such men being carried upon Persons of honour, worth and Religion, demonstrates that there was so much the more of God in their election;
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But to hold that the persons so elected, as hath been said, have a power by vertue of such nomination or election, to enact Laws and Statutes in matters of Religion,
But to hold that the Persons so elected, as hath been said, have a power by virtue of such nomination or election, to enact Laws and Statutes in matters of Religion,
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so is it the setling of a power upon the electors of such persons, I mean, upon the promiscuous multitude of the Land, a greater power then ever Jesus Christ himself had, at least then ever he exercised.
so is it the settling of a power upon the electors of such Persons, I mean, upon the promiscuous multitude of the Land, a greater power then ever jesus christ himself had, At least then ever he exercised.
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For as dare Regem argues a greater power then esse Regem, as hee that buildeth an house, hath more honour then the house, Heb. 3. 3. So to nominate and appoint who shall have power to umpire in matters of conscience and of God, to determine what shall be preached,
For as Dare Regem argues a greater power then esse Regem, as he that builds an house, hath more honour then the house, Hebrew 3. 3. So to nominate and appoint who shall have power to umpire in matters of conscience and of God, to determine what shall be preached,
So that notwithstanding that severe & angry contestation of the fore-mentioned Gentleman against the two Brethren with their fellows, Is this your so much boasted of preaching, writing, fighting for the rights & priviledges of Parliament? whereby he thinks to dash both them and that their boasting together out of countenance;
So that notwithstanding that severe & angry contestation of the forementioned Gentleman against the two Brothers with their Fellows, Is this your so much boasted of preaching, writing, fighting for the rights & privileges of Parliament? whereby he thinks to dash both them and that their boasting together out of countenance;
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they only say, and that with modesty yet, blessed be God, they are able to maintain and make good that their boasting (if it must needs be so called) in the sight of God and Angels,
they only say, and that with modesty yet, blessed be God, they Are able to maintain and make good that their boasting (if it must needs be so called) in the sighed of God and Angels,
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And though he hath done like himself, and (I speak it to his honour) far above the line of many others, in vindicating the rights and priviledges of Parliament;
And though he hath done like himself, and (I speak it to his honour) Far above the line of many Others, in vindicating the rights and privileges of Parliament;
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yet ( absit verbo invidia ) I am very confident, that there are thousands of that Way and judgement, against which his pen riseth up with so much indignation, who rateably,
yet (absit verbo invidia) I am very confident, that there Are thousands of that Way and judgement, against which his pen Riseth up with so much Indignation, who rateably,
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4. (And lastly) It were no task of much labour or difficulty, to demonstrate that the Way, in the defence whereof we have thus far appeared, is so far from carrying any malignity,
4. (And lastly) It were no task of much labour or difficulty, to demonstrate that the Way, in the defence whereof we have thus Far appeared, is so Far from carrying any malignity,
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or seed of danger in it to the State, or persons invested with civill power, that it is of a manifest and rich compliance both with the one and the other.
or seed of danger in it to the State, or Persons invested with civil power, that it is of a manifest and rich compliance both with the one and the other.
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The Way we speak of is so ingenuous, loyall and true-hearted to men in place of civill authority and power, that it teacheth her sons to expose themselves unto their displeasure,
The Way we speak of is so ingenuous, loyal and truehearted to men in place of civil Authority and power, that it Teaches her Sons to expose themselves unto their displeasure,
To these answers of objections, I thought to have added some positive arguments, whereby the Way, now little more then only defended, might have gained the honour of a more perfect conformity to the Will and Word of God,
To these answers of objections, I Thought to have added Some positive Arguments, whereby the Way, now little more then only defended, might have gained the honour of a more perfect conformity to the Will and Word of God,
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Yet I cannot but think, that the vailes of the principall objections which covered the face of it, being rent and torn, the beauty and brightnesse of it must needs shine forth in the eyes of all those who have not sacrificed unto partiality.
Yet I cannot but think, that the vails of the principal objections which covered the face of it, being rend and torn, the beauty and brightness of it must needs shine forth in the eyes of all those who have not sacrificed unto partiality.
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The premises considered, as we love the things of our peace, and desire the speedy dispersion and scattering of that dark and black cloud still hanging and hovering over our heads,
The premises considered, as we love the things of our peace, and desire the speedy dispersion and scattering of that dark and black cloud still hanging and hovering over our Heads,
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and looking like Crystall or Saphire over us, as we desire to see those terrible swarms of Locusts and Caterpillars, which now devour and eat up our good land daily, swept away ▪ and carried by a strong west wind into the midst of the sea, that so we may be fed again, with the ancient heritage of our fathers, I mean plenty, safety, and peace;
and looking like Crystal or Sapphire over us, as we desire to see those terrible swarms of Locusts and Caterpillars, which now devour and eat up our good land daily, swept away ▪ and carried by a strong west wind into the midst of the sea, that so we may be fed again, with the ancient heritage of our Father's, I mean plenty, safety, and peace;
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if there be any bowels, any compassions in us towards our nation, (so far spent & wasted with misery) towards our cities and habitations, towards our friends, towards our selves, towards any thing which is dear either to the one, or to the other;
if there be any bowels, any compassions in us towards our Nation, (so Far spent & wasted with misery) towards our cities and habitations, towards our Friends, towards our selves, towards any thing which is dear either to the one, or to the other;
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nor so much as to lift up an hard thought against Doctrine or Way claiming origination and descent from God, till wee have security upon security, conditions as cleer as the noon-day, that they are but counterfeits and pretenders only,
nor so much as to lift up an hard Thought against Doctrine or Way claiming origination and descent from God, till we have security upon security, conditions as clear as the noonday, that they Are but counterfeits and pretenders only,
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Particularly, let us be tender above all tenderness, to act to the value of the least hair of our heads in any way of bitterness or blood, against that Way of governing the Churches of Christ, which hath by so many good hands been presented unto us as most agreeable unto the Word and Will of God,
Particularly, let us be tender above all tenderness, to act to the valve of the least hair of our Heads in any Way of bitterness or blood, against that Way of governing the Churches of christ, which hath by so many good hands been presented unto us as most agreeable unto the Word and Will of God,
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therefore let me exhort you yet once more, to beware of men, (as our Saviour adviseth, in a case of lesse consequence) to take heed, that no man, either through passionate exclamations and outcries,
Therefore let me exhort you yet once more, to beware of men, (as our Saviour adviseth, in a case of less consequence) to take heed, that no man, either through passionate exclamations and Outcries,
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But if you shall be deceived in the violence and fury of your fighting against it, is it not much to be feared, that you will be intangled with the guilt of such a sin, which shall not be purged from you till yee die? FINIS.
But if you shall be deceived in the violence and fury of your fighting against it, is it not much to be feared, that you will be entangled with the guilt of such a since, which shall not be purged from you till ye die? FINIS.
Interim or aculi instar nobis esse debet, quòd Dei cōsilia nullis •omm• viribus imped reposse, humana verò suá sp•nte collabi discimus. Gual. Homil. 37. an Act.
Interim or aculi instar nobis esse debet, quòd Dei cōsilia nullis •omm• viribus imped reposse, Humana verò suá sp•nte collabi discimus. Gual. Homily 37. an Act.
In severall populous towns in the Low Countries, scarce every 5th, nay, not every 8th person (as I have been credibly informed) is immembred ▪ into any of their Churches, and yet the government of the Nation is reputed Presbyteriall. 1 Joh. 5. 19.
In several populous Towns in the Low Countries, scarce every 5th, nay, not every 8th person (as I have been credibly informed) is immembred ▪ into any of their Churches, and yet the government of the nation is reputed Presbyterial. 1 John 5. 19.
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