XVI sermons preached in the University of Oxford, and at court. / By Rich. Gardiner, D.D. Chaplain in ordinary to King Charles deceased. Together with his sermons preached in Bow-Church London, on the anniversary meeting of Hereford-shire natives, June 24. 1658.
In the Question you may observe the party asking, the manner, and the matter. The party asking is an Individuum vagum, a certain uncertain Inquisitor, one without a name, Then said ONE unto him.
In the Question you may observe the party asking, the manner, and the matter. The party asking is an Individuum vagum, a certain uncertain Inquisitor, one without a name, Then said ONE unto him.
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When a Question is ask'd of our Saviour, which carries some weight, or tends to needful Instruction, the name of the Proposer is registred together with the proposal.
When a Question is asked of our Saviour, which carries Some weight, or tends to needful Instruction, the name of the Proposer is registered together with the proposal.
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Thus John is on the file for asking, Art thou He that should come? Matth. 11.3. Caiaphas is not forgot, for asking, Art thou the Christ? Matth. 26.63. Pilate is recorded, for asking, Art thou the King of the Jews? Matth. 27.11.
Thus John is on the file for asking, Art thou He that should come? Matthew 11.3. Caiaphas is not forgotten, for asking, Art thou the christ? Matthew 26.63. Pilate is recorded, for asking, Art thou the King of the jews? Matthew 27.11.
No particular is specified in holy writ, that made the Inter'gatory, or moved the Quaere. From whence I infer, that such as pry into Gods secrets, are lesse in his books then they that follow the duties commanded.
No particular is specified in holy writ, that made the Interrogatory, or moved the Quaere. From whence I infer, that such as pry into God's secrets, Are less in his books then they that follow the duties commanded.
Why shouldst thou or I be inquisitive after the number of those shall be saved? It more concerns us to lay our hands on our own breasts, to enquire strictly whether we find in our hearts those heavenly graces to which God hath annexed his saving promises, the more to assure our selves that we are Christs, translated out the power of darkness to his marvailous light. Be not then addicted to vain prating people, who,
Why Shouldst thou or I be inquisitive After the number of those shall be saved? It more concerns us to lay our hands on our own breasts, to inquire strictly whither we find in our hearts those heavenly graces to which God hath annexed his Saving promises, the more to assure our selves that we Are Christ, translated out the power of darkness to his marvelous Light. Be not then addicted to vain prating people, who,
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as the Apostle speaks, 1 Tim. 6. Know nothing, but dote about questions, and strife of words, and things which have no pith in them, whereby ye can reap no profit,
as the Apostle speaks, 1 Tim. 6. Know nothing, but dote about questions, and strife of words, and things which have no pith in them, whereby you can reap no profit,
and strange reaches, howsoever devised, and broached, are wrongfully entitled to Gods honour, that by his great Name they may get honour to themselves. What vain phansie, or project;
and strange reaches, howsoever devised, and broached, Are wrongfully entitled to God's honour, that by his great Name they may get honour to themselves. What vain fancy, or project;
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what heresie, or commotion, hath ever been set on foot without the pretence of Gods glory? Sometimes his Name is quoted impertinently in senseless talk, which occasions a cold respect of his omnipresent, though invisible Majesty.
what heresy, or commotion, hath ever been Set on foot without the pretence of God's glory? Sometime his Name is quoted impertinently in senseless talk, which occasions a cold respect of his omnipresent, though invisible Majesty.
Not to run too far off, I do not think this question in the Text of sufficient piety to follow the Name Lord; which gives me occasion to complain of this so specious abuse.
Not to run too Far off, I do not think this question in the Text of sufficient piety to follow the Name Lord; which gives me occasion to complain of this so specious abuse.
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You call me Lord, or Master, saith our Saviour, and so I am, John 13. if then I be your Lord, where is your service? Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, shall enter into the Kingdom of Heaven,
You call me Lord, or Master, Says our Saviour, and so I am, John 13. if then I be your Lord, where is your service? Not every one that Says unto me, Lord, shall enter into the Kingdom of Heaven,
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Whatsoever the question be, as what it is, we shall partly see anon, the formal, outward reverence of this Inquisitor, serves well to convince some rude, undisciplined Christians, who in most religious duties are most negligent, undecent, and profane;
Whatsoever the question be, as what it is, we shall partly see anon, the formal, outward Reverence of this Inquisitor, serves well to convince Some rude, undisciplined Christians, who in most religious duties Are most negligent, undecent, and profane;
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Now to the question it self, Are there few that are saved? Some have thought that after a certain revolution of date and punishment, all shall be saved. Some think just half;
Now to the question it self, are there few that Are saved? some have Thought that After a certain revolution of date and punishment, all shall be saved. some think just half;
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or in regard Saint Paul hath said, As in Adam many are made sinners, so in Christ many are made righteous, Rom. 5. Or in consideration that the right and left hand (on which all at last shall be rank'd) are both of a size;
or in regard Saint Paul hath said, As in Adam many Are made Sinners, so in christ many Are made righteous, Rom. 5. Or in consideration that the right and left hand (on which all At last shall be ranked) Are both of a size;
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Thus the Donatists, or they of Donatus party, so spiritually covetous, as if it would do them little good to sit in Abraham 's bosom, unless they saw many a Dives in hell.
Thus the Donatists, or they of Donatus party, so spiritually covetous, as if it would do them little good to fit in Abraham is bosom, unless they saw many a Dives in hell.
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Their arguments for their paucity are these, drawn from the words of our Saviour, first in a seeming parallel to my Text, Mat. 7.14. Narrow is the way which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it.
Their Arguments for their paucity Are these, drawn from the words of our Saviour, First in a seeming parallel to my Text, Mathew 7.14. Narrow is the Way which leads unto life, and few there be that find it.
Again, in the 12. and 22 of St. Luke, Fear not, little flock, for it is your Fathers good pleasure to give you the Kingdom. And Matth. 22.14. Many are called, but few are chosen.
Again, in the 12. and 22 of Saint Luke, fear not, little flock, for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the Kingdom. And Matthew 22.14. Many Are called, but few Are chosen.
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urging withal, that they who entertain such narrow conceptions of the heavenly Kingdom, as if it were open but to few, do not advance Gods Majesty, but diminish it;
urging withal, that they who entertain such narrow conceptions of the heavenly Kingdom, as if it were open but to few, do not advance God's Majesty, but diminish it;
For in this rather (saith he) is the mercy of God manifested, that when in justice he might have damned all, he destinated some to punishment, but more to salvation.
For in this rather (Says he) is the mercy of God manifested, that when in Justice he might have damned all, he destinated Some to punishment, but more to salvation.
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as if such speeches were directed only to the contemporary Jews, in regard in the second verse, Luk. 13. 'tis the reply of those Jews, We have eaten and drunk in thy presence,
as if such Speeches were directed only to the contemporary jews, in regard in the second verse, Luk. 13. it's the reply of those jews, We have eaten and drunk in thy presence,
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but let there be a holy Contention among you with all celerity to enter in at this door of my Gospel; for the time is very short in which you have a capacity of faith to obtain the Kingdom of God.
but let there be a holy Contention among you with all celerity to enter in At this door of my Gospel; for the time is very short in which you have a capacity of faith to obtain the Kingdom of God.
And because the faithful, be they never so many, are few in respect of our Saviours bowels, who would that all should be saved and come to the knowledg of the truth, 1 Tim. 2. or in respect a multitude of all Nations, which no man could number, stood before the Throne with Palms in their hands, Revel. 7. I leave it, as 'tis here, undecided.
And Because the faithful, be they never so many, Are few in respect of our Saviors bowels, who would that all should be saved and come to the knowledge of the truth, 1 Tim. 2. or in respect a multitude of all nations, which no man could number, stood before the Throne with Palms in their hands, Revel. 7. I leave it, as it's Here, undecided.
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For what can this further my Salvation, to know how many else shall be saved? Hath our heavenly Father but one blessing? Is not his house large enough? are there not many mansions? Such a needless enquiry is like many other concerning Gods Counsel,
For what can this further my Salvation, to know how many Else shall be saved? Hath our heavenly Father but one blessing? Is not his house large enough? Are there not many mansions? Such a needless enquiry is like many other Concerning God's Counsel,
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as, What he did before he created the world, Where hell shall be: How mankind should have encreased, and been disposed, if Adam had stood in his innocency:
as, What he did before he created the world, Where hell shall be: How mankind should have increased, and been disposed, if Adam had stood in his innocency:
First of the manner, then of the matter. It was but one proposed the question; Christ replies to the rest who stood by, they being all concerned therein.
First of the manner, then of the matter. It was but one proposed the question; christ replies to the rest who stood by, they being all concerned therein.
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and in stead of resolving, gives him an answer like that which he gave to Peter, being inquisitive about John, What's that to thee? follow thou me, John 21. Please not thy phansie, whosoever thou art, in reckoning thy self one of the few;
and in stead of resolving, gives him an answer like that which he gave to Peter, being inquisitive about John, What's that to thee? follow thou me, John 21. Please not thy fancy, whosoever thou art, in reckoning thy self one of the few;
Matth. 22. So when the Disciples asked concerning the end of the world, he answers, Let no man deceive you, Matth. 24. When the question arose, Who should be the greatest? He told them, The Kings of the Gentiles exercise Lordship,
Matthew 22. So when the Disciples asked Concerning the end of the world, he answers, Let no man deceive you, Matthew 24. When the question arose, Who should be the greatest? He told them, The Kings of the Gentiles exercise Lordship,
for he knows his own, all his Members are written in his book. If we by our Anatomy can reckon up all the parts, all the bones, the veines, the sinews,
for he knows his own, all his Members Are written in his book. If we by our Anatomy can reckon up all the parts, all the bones, the Veins, the sinews,
Before the combate, incredible was the care and strictness of temper in those Olympian Agonists, who for certain months before, cleansed their bodies with physick and diet, poysed the condition of weather with helpes of art, wore their apparel by rule, had their bread weigh'd, their drink measured, their sleep stinted, oftentimes breathing themselves,
Before the combat, incredible was the care and strictness of temper in those Olympian Agonists, who for certain months before, cleansed their bodies with physic and diet, poised the condition of weather with helps of art, wore their apparel by Rule, had their bred weighed, their drink measured, their sleep stinted, oftentimes breathing themselves,
Can we do less in our spiritual course for an infinite prize, a crown immeasurable, a Kingdom immortal? Then having physick'd your souls with the Cup of Christ, be sure ye keep your selves clean and temperate.
Can we do less in our spiritual course for an infinite prize, a crown immeasurable, a Kingdom immortal? Then having Physicked your Souls with the Cup of christ, be sure you keep your selves clean and temperate.
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How then shall men turn'd to beasts by uncleanness, or worse then beasts, by stupefying and sense-confounding excesse, be admitted into the Heavenly Mount, reserved for the Children of Grace, who practise their spiritual strength with chaste good works,
How then shall men turned to beasts by uncleanness, or Worse then beasts, by stupefying and sense-confounding excess, be admitted into the Heavenly Mount, reserved for the Children of Grace, who practise their spiritual strength with chaste good works,
we must therefore use the same endeavour spiritually for admittance into Heaven, as we do corporally for entrance through a narrow passage, (i. e.) we must stoop,
we must Therefore use the same endeavour spiritually for admittance into Heaven, as we do corporally for Entrance through a narrow passage, (i. e.) we must stoop,
and lessen our selves, by abating and casting off all those cumbrous impediments, which swell us up, and lets our ingredience. Such are these: pride, which advanceth the head; covetousness, which buncheth the back;
and lessen our selves, by abating and casting off all those cumbrous impediments, which swell us up, and lets our ingredience. Such Are these: pride, which Advanceth the head; covetousness, which buncheth the back;
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The man must be extenuated, and freed from all these incumbrances, that will get through this gate, which is therefore called narrow, because vve must narrow our selves.
The man must be extenuated, and freed from all these encumbrances, that will get through this gate, which is Therefore called narrow, Because we must narrow our selves.
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None should passe through with stuffe, or carriage; this answers to the banishing of vvorldliness. When vve come thither, vve use commonly to come cleanly, and fasting;
None should pass through with stuff, or carriage; this answers to the banishing of worldliness. When we come thither, we use commonly to come cleanly, and fasting;
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Whosever shall humble himself as this little child, shall be greatest, Matth. 18. Nothing hinders humility so much as pride of spirit, presumption on God, or out selves:
Whosever shall humble himself as this little child, shall be greatest, Matthew 18. Nothing hinders humility so much as pride of Spirit, presumption on God, or out selves:
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Concerning abdication, or contempt of the vvorld, particularly of uncertain riches, our Saviour hath said, Matth. 19. It is hard for a rich man to enter in the Kingdom of Heaven, Matth. 19. v. 23.24.
Concerning abdication, or contempt of the world, particularly of uncertain riches, our Saviour hath said, Matthew 19. It is hard for a rich man to enter in the Kingdom of Heaven, Matthew 19. v. 23.24.
Therefore the Apostle having said in the third to the Colossians, and the first verse, NONLATINALPHABET, Seek earnestly to find the things above, for that's the extent of the Greek NONLATINALPHABET, in the second verse, he changeth NONLATINALPHABET into NONLATINALPHABET,
Therefore the Apostle having said in the third to the colossians, and the First verse,, Seek earnestly to find the things above, for that's the extent of the Greek, in the second verse, he changes into,
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and sayes, NONLATINALPHABET, mind heavenly things. Now NONLATINALPHABET is a general word, comprehending the operations as vvell of our vvill, as of our understanding;
and Says,, mind heavenly things. Now is a general word, comprehending the operations as well of our will, as of our understanding;
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For to seek with love and duty, to seek from the heart, is only effectual. Any other search, vvhether by speculation, talk, or questioning, is but formal, vain, and frivolous.
For to seek with love and duty, to seek from the heart, is only effectual. Any other search, whether by speculation, talk, or questioning, is but formal, vain, and frivolous.
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vvhereunto if he had willingly condescended, as Abraham did to the sacrificing of his only son, perhaps the will had been accepted insteed of extream performance. But howsoever, he that loves any thing more then Christ, he that vvill not forsake Father or Mother, Wife or Child, Brother or Sister, to gain him (witness Christ himself) is not worthy of him.
whereunto if he had willingly condescended, as Abraham did to the sacrificing of his only son, perhaps the will had been accepted instead of extreme performance. But howsoever, he that loves any thing more then christ, he that will not forsake Father or Mother, Wife or Child, Brother or Sister, to gain him (witness christ himself) is not worthy of him.
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They seek to know, not to follow: and vvhat availes to see, and not to walk; to stand, and not knock; to hear, and not obey; to say, and do not? You may find by experience, that true effectual seeking, requires the diligent imployment of two parts, the eye, and foot; the one to look out, the other to follow after: That answers to speculation, the other to practise.
They seek to know, not to follow: and what avails to see, and not to walk; to stand, and not knock; to hear, and not obey; to say, and do not? You may find by experience, that true effectual seeking, requires the diligent employment of two parts, the eye, and foot; the one to look out, the other to follow After: That answers to speculation, the other to practise.
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He that is wholly taken up with speculation, may see Heaven afar off, as Moses saw the Land of Canaan from Mount Nebo, Deut. 32. but thither he cannot come without religious practise.
He that is wholly taken up with speculation, may see Heaven afar off, as Moses saw the Land of Canaan from Mount Nebo, Deuteronomy 32. but thither he cannot come without religious practice.
this is to be busie-bodies, or, as the word originally imports, Bishops in another diocesse, 1 Pet. 4. which the same Peter would not have Christians to be;
this is to be busybodies, or, as the word originally imports, Bishops in Another diocese, 1 Pet. 4. which the same Peter would not have Christians to be;
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but the vertue of every power is made most apparent by action, for which respect the Evangelist in the 1 of the Acts, v. 1. hath placed our Saviours doing before his teaching: for unless his works had made way for his words, the peoples belief had come but slowly on.
but the virtue of every power is made most apparent by actium, for which respect the Evangelist in the 1 of the Acts, v. 1. hath placed our Saviors doing before his teaching: for unless his works had made Way for his words, the peoples belief had come but slowly on.
From which Record you may observe the Miracle it self, it was the turning of water into wine; then the Circumstances: 1. The Author, it was wrought by Jesus. 2. The time, it was the first,
From which Record you may observe the Miracle it self, it was the turning of water into wine; then the circumstances: 1. The Author, it was wrought by jesus. 2. The time, it was the First,
The turning of wine into water is familiar amongst us, but the turning of water into wine deserves the name of a Miracle. 'Tis easie to make worse of better,
The turning of wine into water is familiar among us, but the turning of water into wine deserves the name of a Miracle. It's easy to make Worse of better,
But you may say, We find it common in Nature, that water soaking into the root of the tree, is turned into the blood of the grape, and so becomes wine;
But you may say, We find it Common in Nature, that water soaking into the root of the tree, is turned into the blood of the grape, and so becomes wine;
as Salomon in all his Royalty was not apparelled like the Lily of the field, Matth. 6. Next, this urgeth us to use Gods Creatures reverently, and temperately, because it hath sometimes cost him a Miracle to call vvine out of vvater;
as Solomon in all his Royalty was not appareled like the Lily of the field, Matthew 6. Next, this urges us to use God's Creatures reverently, and temperately, Because it hath sometime cost him a Miracle to call wine out of water;
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All the vvit of man cannot make a drop in time of necessity, nor procure by the friendship of Abraham the moistning of his tongue, Luk. 16. Pharaohs Magicians, Exo. 7. could turn vvater into blood,
All the wit of man cannot make a drop in time of necessity, nor procure by the friendship of Abraham the moistening of his tongue, Luk. 16. Pharaohs Magicians, Exo. 7. could turn water into blood,
For there was Jesus, and his Mother, and his Disciples. From hence we may learn to propose a fit measure, both at the time of jollity, and ordinary refreshing.
For there was jesus, and his Mother, and his Disciples. From hence we may Learn to propose a fit measure, both At the time of jollity, and ordinary refreshing.
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Nevertheless such as He vvas, he sought to raise faith, and vvin obedience rather by his goodness, then by his greatness; not by his rod, but by a beneficial Miracle;
Nevertheless such as He was, he sought to raise faith, and win Obedience rather by his Goodness, then by his greatness; not by his rod, but by a beneficial Miracle;
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Our Jesus being the Son of God, shew'd vvhose son he vvas by his work, a work far exceeding the skill of Carpentry, not forming the vessel, but inriching it vvith liquor;
Our jesus being the Son of God, showed whose son he was by his work, a work Far exceeding the skill of Carpentry, not forming the vessel, but enriching it with liquour;
That the word was made flesh, vvas the beginning of humiliation; but that water was turned into wine, was the beginning of Exaltation. That the word being made flesh was born of a Virgin, a Miracle absolutely the first, this redounds to the honour of Virginity, vvhich whosoever truly keeps, works a prime miracle on himself;
That the word was made Flesh, was the beginning of humiliation; but that water was turned into wine, was the beginning of Exaltation. That the word being made Flesh was born of a Virgae, a Miracle absolutely the First, this redounds to the honour of Virginity, which whosoever truly keeps, works a prime miracle on himself;
but that the word turn'd virgin-water into wine at a Wedding, the first outward Miracle, it redounds to the honour of Marriage, which next to virginity is the most honourable estate.
but that the word turned virgin-water into wine At a Wedding, the First outward Miracle, it redounds to the honour of Marriage, which next to virginity is the most honourable estate.
For indeed, if we dive into the mystical sense, this turning of water into wine, is the turning of tears into joy at the marriage of Christ and his Church.
For indeed, if we dive into the mystical sense, this turning of water into wine, is the turning of tears into joy At the marriage of christ and his Church.
For the turning of water into wine, let us begin a Counter-miracle, turn wine into water, the excess of it into tears of repentance, the abuse into the use of sobriety;
For the turning of water into wine, let us begin a Counter-miracle, turn wine into water, the excess of it into tears of Repentance, the abuse into the use of sobriety;
then vve may find in the next turn the form of the body to be vvonderfully chang'd, the dumb in a spiritual sense vvill be inabled to speak, the deaf to hear, the blind to see, and the lame to vvalk.
then we may find in the next turn the from of the body to be wonderfully changed, the dumb in a spiritual sense will be enabled to speak, the deaf to hear, the blind to see, and the lame to walk.
Then at last vve may attain to the greatest change of the soul, by renewing the Image of Christ, by proceeding from ignorance to knowledge, from unrighteousness to righteousness, from profaness to holiness, daily growing up from grace to grace till we end in glory.
Then At last we may attain to the greatest change of the soul, by renewing the Image of christ, by proceeding from ignorance to knowledge, from unrighteousness to righteousness, from profaneness to holiness, daily growing up from grace to grace till we end in glory.
Now having measured the circumstance of time, I arrive to the circumstance of place, which is Cana of Galilee. This beginning of Miracles did Jesus in Cana of Galilee.
Now having measured the circumstance of time, I arrive to the circumstance of place, which is Cana of Galilee. This beginning of Miracles did jesus in Cana of Galilee.
look unto the rock whence ye are hewn, and to the hole of the pit whence ye are digg'd, Esay 51.1. even to the Lord your Maker and Redeemer; look unto him, and turn unto him with zeale of service:
look unto the rock whence you Are hewn, and to the hold of the pit whence you Are dug, Isaiah 51.1. even to the Lord your Maker and Redeemer; look unto him, and turn unto him with zeal of service:
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even so now yield your members servants to righteousness unto holiness, Rom. 6. The heart of a zealous convert is a fit seat for Christ to begin Miracles.
even so now yield your members Servants to righteousness unto holiness, Rom. 6. The heart of a zealous convert is a fit seat for christ to begin Miracles.
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Galilee in the 4. of St. Matth. and originally in the 9 of Esay, is called Galilee of the Gentiles, because it stood on the confines, bordering upon them;
Galilee in the 4. of Saint Matthew and originally in the 9 of Isaiah, is called Galilee of the Gentiles, Because it stood on the confines, bordering upon them;
for God hath estranged himself from the Jews, and sent salvation upon the Gentiles to this purpose, that by them he might provoke the Jews to jealousie, Rom. 11.11.
for God hath estranged himself from the jews, and sent salvation upon the Gentiles to this purpose, that by them he might provoke the jews to jealousy, Rom. 11.11.
We Gentiles were formerly but as dogs, unworthy to lick up the crums that fell from the childrens table, Matth. 15. and yet behold the children are discarded,
We Gentiles were formerly but as Dogs, unworthy to lick up the crumbs that fell from the Children's table, Matthew 15. and yet behold the children Are discarded,
It is remarkable how Jesus, being the Saviour of all, divided his presence, and the means of Salvation, betwixt the Jew and Gentile. He was born at Bethlehem in Jewry,
It is remarkable how jesus, being the Saviour of all, divided his presence, and the means of Salvation, betwixt the Jew and Gentile. He was born At Bethlehem in Jewry,
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The Jews had the custody of Divine Oracles, they had Moses and the Prophets, more worthy of belief then one sent from the dead, Luk. 16. The Gentiles had onely the book of Nature; therefore at Jerusalem Christ taught in the Temple,
The jews had the custody of Divine Oracles, they had Moses and the prophets, more worthy of belief then one sent from the dead, Luk. 16. The Gentiles had only the book of Nature; Therefore At Jerusalem christ taught in the Temple,
Thus the Corner-stone lay in the midst betwixt both side-walls, the Jews, and the Gentiles; the same Mediator, who joyned God and Man in one Person, Heaven and Earth in one league, sought also to joyn the Jew and Gentile in one Church.
Thus the Cornerstone lay in the midst betwixt both side-walls, the jews, and the Gentiles; the same Mediator, who joined God and Man in one Person, Heaven and Earth in one league, sought also to join the Jew and Gentile in one Church.
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we have the words which he preached at Jerusalem, we have the works he wrought in Galilee; and we know the truth of them as well as most of the Inhabitants of Cana; for all were not present, the greater part were satisfied with Relation:
we have the words which he preached At Jerusalem, we have the works he wrought in Galilee; and we know the truth of them as well as most of the Inhabitants of Cana; for all were not present, the greater part were satisfied with Relation:
Then what hinders our belief? and if we believe, what hinders our duty? Let us shew our faith by our works, by obedient conformity to his precepts, and by newness of life.
Then what hinders our belief? and if we believe, what hinders our duty? Let us show our faith by our works, by obedient conformity to his Precepts, and by newness of life.
Likewise Julian the Apostate, thought to disgrace Christians, by calling our Saviour himself, and all his believers, by the name of Galileans. Wherefore Christ, who came to relieve the distressed,
Likewise Julian the Apostate, Thought to disgrace Christians, by calling our Saviour himself, and all his believers, by the name of Galileans. Wherefore christ, who Come to relieve the distressed,
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Glory is the excellence of Majesty, the light and lustre of surpassing vertue, and therefore most proper to God, the fountain of all vertue and power. Such brightnesse cannot be concealed:
Glory is the excellence of Majesty, the Light and lustre of surpassing virtue, and Therefore most proper to God, the fountain of all virtue and power. Such brightness cannot be concealed:
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Now if the manner of the Miracle be rightly considered, this work, this beginning of Miracles, did most gloriously declare the power of his God-head. For by his own Command, without any borrowed power, the same word, which made the Elements, was able to turn and change them how he list:
Now if the manner of the Miracle be rightly considered, this work, this beginning of Miracles, did most gloriously declare the power of his Godhead. For by his own Command, without any borrowed power, the same word, which made the Elements, was able to turn and change them how he list:
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It is then our duty, since the glory of Christ and his Gospel is risen upon us, to manifest the same by actions of light, according to that of the Prophet, Arise, shine; for thy light is come,
It is then our duty, since the glory of christ and his Gospel is risen upon us, to manifest the same by actions of Light, according to that of the Prophet, Arise, shine; for thy Light is come,
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Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorifie your Father which is in Heaven, Matth. 5. The Image of the Original may be conveyed hither and thither by several glasses;
Let your Light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and Glorify your Father which is in Heaven, Matthew 5. The Image of the Original may be conveyed hither and thither by several glasses;
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Lastly, since God is the sole worker of Miracles, and glory is his peculiar, which He will not give to another, we ought nor to appropriate the least beam thereof to our selves in any of our works,
Lastly, since God is the sole worker of Miracles, and glory is his peculiar, which He will not give to Another, we ought nor to Appropriate the least beam thereof to our selves in any of our works,
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and language, was struck by a hand invisible, and eaten up with worms, because when the people heap'd upon him divine applause, he gave not the praise to God, Act. 12. Not unto us, Act. 12. not unto us, O Lord,
and language, was struck by a hand invisible, and eaten up with worms, Because when the people heaped upon him divine applause, he gave not the praise to God, Act. 12. Not unto us, Act. 12. not unto us, Oh Lord,
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& on the other side, said I not unto thee, that if thou wouldst believe, thou shouldst see the glory of God? So he speaks to Martha about the raising of Lazarus, Joh. 11.40. Necessary Miracles are never wanting to confirm belief.
& on the other side, said I not unto thee, that if thou Wouldst believe, thou Shouldst see the glory of God? So he speaks to Martha about the raising of Lazarus, John 11.40. Necessary Miracles Are never wanting to confirm belief.
because they were simple and ignorant men, newly taken up by the Seacoast in Galilee, and had not been long with their Master. Wherefore our Saviour according to his continual goodness descends to humane infirmity,
Because they were simple and ignorant men, newly taken up by the Seacoast in Galilee, and had not been long with their Master. Wherefore our Saviour according to his continual Goodness descends to humane infirmity,
if the Gospel were now to be planted in a place where it hath not been already rejected, God would hearken to the voice of his Agent, and confirm his words vvith signes from Heaven.
if the Gospel were now to be planted in a place where it hath not been already rejected, God would harken to the voice of his Agent, and confirm his words with Signs from Heaven.
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Then the Lords Minister best follows the Text, vvhen his life comments upon his Doctrine, and makes a visible repetition at home of vvhat he delivered in the Church.
Then the lords Minister best follows the Text, when his life comments upon his Doctrine, and makes a visible repetition At home of what he Delivered in the Church.
to alter their object, and better their intent, and that by advancing this glorious example of blessed Mary Magdalene, whose singular love to Christ, made the sweet savour of her Name more precious then her oyntment,
to altar their Object, and better their intent, and that by advancing this glorious Exampl of blessed Marry Magdalene, whose singular love to christ, made the sweet savour of her Name more precious then her ointment,
there was her love to Christ. Herein onely was the difference: Maries love to Christ was NONLATINALPHABET, due debt; Christs love to her is NONLATINALPHABET, grace, and favour.
there was her love to christ. Herein only was the difference: Mary's love to christ was, due debt; Christ love to her is, grace, and favour.
The NONLATINALPHABET, this illative For here in this Text, shewes (as anon shall be proved) that her love was the effect, not the cause of her forgiveness.
The, this illative For Here in this Text, shows (as anon shall be proved) that her love was the Effect, not the cause of her forgiveness.
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And so I divide the whole into a benefit, and a thanksgiving. The benefit includes first the matter it self, forgiveness of sins. Secondly, the extent of the gift; her many sins are forgiven.
And so I divide the Whole into a benefit, and a thanksgiving. The benefit includes First the matter it self, forgiveness of Sins. Secondly, the extent of the gift; her many Sins Are forgiven.
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it was fervent, and exuberant, she loved much. But in the first place, the matter of the benefit requires my narration, and craves your patience. HER SINS are forgiven HER.
it was fervent, and exuberant, she loved much. But in the First place, the matter of the benefit requires my narration, and craves your patience. HER SINS Are forgiven HER.
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Forgiveness of sin is the greatest boon the miserable man can obtain, because none can bestow it but he, who is the absolute Benefactor in mans Salvation.
Forgiveness of since is the greatest boon the miserable man can obtain, Because none can bestow it but he, who is the absolute Benefactor in men Salvation.
As for us, we are all crazed and crippled in our fall in Adam; and how can one cripple help another? We then received such a crack, that none can new-cast us,
As for us, we Are all crazed and crippled in our fallen in Adam; and how can one cripple help Another? We then received such a Crac, that none can new-cast us,
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When Moses did supplicate that he would daign him that honour as to shew him his Glory, I will shew thee my Excellency, saith the Lord, Exod. 33. And what is it? even his grace, mercy, and bounty.
When Moses did supplicate that he would deign him that honour as to show him his Glory, I will show thee my Excellency, Says the Lord, Exod 33. And what is it? even his grace, mercy, and bounty.
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and that encourageth us to tread within his Courts, and to approach near his presence. Forgiveness of sins, entitles us to a higher estate then we were first born to;
and that Encourageth us to tread within his Courts, and to approach near his presence. Forgiveness of Sins, entitles us to a higher estate then we were First born to;
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Hence is it that 'tis the task, the scope, the whole business of a Christian: we cannot well live vvithout daily food, far less can we live without daily forgiveness.
Hence is it that it's the task, the scope, the Whole business of a Christian: we cannot well live without daily food, Far less can we live without daily forgiveness.
For they having neither Devil without, nor flesh at home to seduce them, vvhen they once fell, fell eternally, being not so much as vouchsafed that small courtesie to be pitied.
For they having neither devil without, nor Flesh At home to seduce them, when they once fell, fell eternally, being not so much as vouchsafed that small courtesy to be pitied.
But man having his innocence stoln from him, and his overthrow occasioned by anothers treason, the Son of God was moved in compassion to come down into the world;
But man having his innocence stolen from him, and his overthrow occasioned by another's treason, the Son of God was moved in compassion to come down into the world;
He was so zealous of our remission, that when our many sins like so many talents of Lead had sunk us deep as hell it self, he then stript himself of his robes of Majesty,
He was so zealous of our remission, that when our many Sins like so many Talents of Led had sunk us deep as hell it self, he then stripped himself of his robes of Majesty,
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I have heard 'tis the method of the Court to chastise the faults of Princes in their Pages, whom they best love, that by smarting for their offences in their other selves, they may the more willingly amend them in their own selves.
I have herd it's the method of the Court to chastise the Faults of Princes in their Pages, whom they best love, that by smarting for their offences in their other selves, they may the more willingly amend them in their own selves.
But here the Prince himself, the only Son and Heir of the celestial Diademe, endures the discipline of the lash, that his servants, his bond-slaves, may be forgiven.
But Here the Prince himself, the only Son and Heir of the celestial Diadem, endures the discipline of the lash, that his Servants, his bondslaves, may be forgiven.
For when he felt his flesh to come again like the flesh of a child, as the Text phraseth it, he devoutly honoured the Prophet as a Father, and rejoyced at his second nativity.
For when he felt his Flesh to come again like the Flesh of a child, as the Text Phraseth it, he devoutly honoured the Prophet as a Father, and rejoiced At his second Nativity.
Greater reason have we to feed our selves with true joy, and to magnifie the God of Israel, who cleanseth our diseased souls from a fouler leprosie, healing our old soares by forgiving our sins past:
Greater reason have we to feed our selves with true joy, and to magnify the God of Israel, who Cleanseth our diseased Souls from a Fowler leprosy, healing our old soars by forgiving our Sins past:
and the better to keep us clean, the sink being thus emptied, he instils into our hearts more soveraign Spirits, that so we may be secured not only from a present, but a future danger.
and the better to keep us clean, the sink being thus emptied, he instils into our hearts more sovereign Spirits, that so we may be secured not only from a present, but a future danger.
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And yet the King, vvho ratifies the Laws validity, can soften, and take off, as he pleaseth, the edge and rigor of those Lawes, to which he puts the Fiat for their constitution.
And yet the King, who Ratifies the Laws validity, can soften, and take off, as he Pleases, the edge and rigor of those Laws, to which he puts the Fiat for their constitution.
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Neither is punctual execution essential to the Law, but the power of execution. If Soveraign Powers may laudably use their liberty in freeing of Delinquents;
Neither is punctual execution essential to the Law, but the power of execution. If Sovereign Powers may laudably use their liberty in freeing of Delinquents;
yet not so much for his many sins, as for his continuance therein, for his abode and dwelling in those tents of Kedar. If it were possible he could break off that accursed league, his chains vvould be dissolved,
yet not so much for his many Sins, as for his Continuance therein, for his Abided and Dwelling in those tents of Kedar. If it were possible he could break off that accursed league, his chains would be dissolved,
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Her eyes enchaunted with lascivious objects, her ears charmed with scurrilous talk, her smell filled with artificial perfumes, her arms heated with wanton embraces;
Her eyes enchanted with lascivious objects, her ears charmed with scurrilous talk, her smell filled with artificial perfumes, her arms heated with wanton embraces;
Paul a Murtherer, if the Viper be not speedily shaken from his Hands? Where are the Pharisaical Spirits, that will pass their judgment upon any soul but their own? a crooked Plant is not forthwith to be broken, it may be straightned for a better use:
Paul a Murderer, if the Viper be not speedily shaken from his Hands? Where Are the Pharisaical Spirits, that will pass their judgement upon any soul but their own? a crooked Plant is not forthwith to be broken, it may be straightened for a better use:
And then with what confusion and astonishment shall he that was prodigal of the time of Grace, come forward unto judgment? My intent, by proposing the Pattern of this Convert, is onely to strengthen the bruised Reed, whose humbl'd spirit trembles at God's Indignation.
And then with what confusion and astonishment shall he that was prodigal of the time of Grace, come forward unto judgement? My intent, by proposing the Pattern of this Convert, is only to strengthen the Bruised Reed, whose humbled Spirit trembles At God's Indignation.
the words immediately following in the Verse, make the measure or degree of our love to Christ, to arise from the measure of his gracious Remission towards us.
the words immediately following in the Verse, make the measure or degree of our love to christ, to arise from the measure of his gracious Remission towards us.
The same is manifest in the Parable or Similitude of the two Debtors, from the 40 to the 43 Verse, where 'tis set down, that abundance of Love in the greatest debtor, proceeded as an effect of the greater sum forgiven by the Creditor.
The same is manifest in the Parable or Similitude of the two Debtors, from the 40 to the 43 Verse, where it's Set down, that abundance of Love in the greatest debtor, proceeded as an Effect of the greater sum forgiven by the Creditor.
This first Step we may trace in her timely hasting to the Tomb, where when she found her Lord removed, every part of her became an Eye; and every thought, a look.
This First Step we may trace in her timely hasting to the Tomb, where when she found her Lord removed, every part of her became an Eye; and every Thought, a look.
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but their Devotion was sooner out of breath. For when they had seen what she had said, they staid not, but suddenly retired, and shrunk away. She stands to it;
but their Devotion was sooner out of breath. For when they had seen what she had said, they stayed not, but suddenly retired, and shrunk away. She Stands to it;
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She would not expect his coming forth, as knowing nice Ceremonies of behaviour to savour more of the Courtier then of the Christian. These aiery and windy Circumstances of worldly carriage, oft-times withstand the solid purchase of the Soul,
She would not expect his coming forth, as knowing Nicaenae Ceremonies of behaviour to savour more of the Courtier then of the Christian. These airy and windy circumstances of worldly carriage, ofttimes withstand the solid purchase of the Soul,
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We cannot be unseasonable in pressing our Redeemer at mid-night, before the morning-watch; he neither slumbers nor sleeps. We may approach neer him at the very Table;
We cannot be unseasonable in pressing our Redeemer At midnight, before the morning-watch; he neither slumbers nor sleeps. We may approach near him At the very Table;
Why did he ordain the neck of the consecrated Asse to be broken, rather then offered up in Sacrifice? Was it not to intimate, That he cannot brook our heaviness and tardiness in serving him, of which the Asse hath ever been a Hieroglyphick?
Why did he ordain the neck of the consecrated Ass to be broken, rather then offered up in Sacrifice? Was it not to intimate, That he cannot brook our heaviness and tardiness in serving him, of which the Ass hath ever been a Hieroglyphic?
The second Property of LOVE, is a quick obedience, and forward care to follow Christ. Her speedy renovation was a lively expression of this sprightly quality.
The second Property of LOVE, is a quick Obedience, and forward care to follow christ. Her speedy renovation was a lively expression of this sprightly quality.
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and her eye, vvhich let in vanity, lets it out again, by making her Tears as it vvere, a second Font, vvherein she vvas renewed from the guilt of her Offences.
and her eye, which let in vanity, lets it out again, by making her Tears as it were, a second Font, wherein she was renewed from the guilt of her Offences.
The better to declare how she held nothing too good in the Service of so good a Master, she wipes them clean with the principal Ornament of her head, the flaxen Towel of her hair.
The better to declare how she held nothing too good in the Service of so good a Master, she wipes them clean with the principal Ornament of her head, the flaxen Towel of her hair.
Those dishevelled locks, whose curious dressings were before laid out as entising Nets, to catch the loose Beholders, are now religiously dedicated to dry his feet, from whose paths they had so often digressed.
Those disheveled locks, whose curious dressings were before laid out as enticing Nets, to catch the lose Beholders, Are now religiously dedicated to dry his feet, from whose paths they had so often digressed.
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Upon guess that his doleful Coarse was surprised by others, how did her resolute fervour exceed her Sex? She wooes and strives to win the supposed Gardiner, with Titles of Honour, SIR, LORD, if you have taken him hence, tell me where he is;
Upon guess that his doleful Coarse was surprised by Others, how did her resolute fervour exceed her Sex? She Woes and strives to win the supposed Gardiner, with Titles of Honour, SIR, LORD, if you have taken him hence, tell me where he is;
By this second Property, we may remember, that the value of Christian Love, is to be tryed by the same Touchstone as holy Mary 's was, not by words, but by obedience.
By this second Property, we may Remember, that the valve of Christian Love, is to be tried by the same Touchstone as holy Marry is was, not by words, but by Obedience.
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The largeness of her heart honoured him with the best she had, and bestowed a sumptuous Oyntment on the Lords Anointed. An Oyntment so pretious, that Judas, the Bearer of the Purse, repined with a quanto melius? how much better had this bin sold for three hundred pence,
The largeness of her heart honoured him with the best she had, and bestowed a sumptuous Ointment on the lords Anointed. an Ointment so precious, that Judas, the Bearer of the Purse, repined with a quanto Better? how much better had this been sold for three hundred pence,
This last Property of Christian Love, discovers the Hypocrisie of those who would be religious without Charges. They are like the Fig-Tree in the Gospel, which had fair Leaves,
This last Property of Christian Love, discovers the Hypocrisy of those who would be religious without Charges. They Are like the Fig-tree in the Gospel, which had fair Leaves,
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because they will not have the Lords Ministers meddle with that themselves Nick-name Worldliness: A Patron scarce passing away a thin Parsonage, without a Reservation of his own Tythes.
Because they will not have the lords Ministers meddle with that themselves Nickname Worldliness: A Patron scarce passing away a thin Parsonage, without a Reservation of his own Tithes.
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and all for fear of bringing in their own Chimaera of supposed Idolatry, when indeed their Covetousness, as 'tis 3 Coloss. and their stubbornness, 1 Sam. 15. are the main mischievous Idolatry. But what saith the ancient Father, Tertullian? Pietas est pro pietate sumptus facere:
and all for Fear of bringing in their own Chimaera of supposed Idolatry, when indeed their Covetousness, as it's 3 Coloss. and their stubbornness, 1 Sam. 15. Are the main mischievous Idolatry. But what Says the ancient Father, Tertullian? Pietas est Pro Piate sumptus facere:
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The outward respects of reverence, are still accounted Pledges and Arguments of our Piety and inward Devotion, that with Mary Magdalene we love him much;
The outward respects of Reverence, Are still accounted Pledges and Arguments of our Piety and inward Devotion, that with Marry Magdalene we love him much;
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Tell me what pitch of Affection doth the Natural Man reserve for his Mammon, for his Herodias; the same, in a far exceeding intention, did she confer upon her Saviour.
Tell me what pitch of Affection does the Natural Man reserve for his Mammon, for his Herodias; the same, in a Far exceeding intention, did she confer upon her Saviour.
yea, all, and a Thousand times more then all? The precept is, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, with all thy soul, with all thy strength;
yea, all, and a Thousand times more then all? The precept is, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, with all thy soul, with all thy strength;
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which Saint Austen expounds of Supereminent and overflowing Love, that if any other thing offers it self to be loved of us, it should be carried along,
which Saint Austen expounds of Supereminent and overflowing Love, that if any other thing offers it self to be loved of us, it should be carried along,
For the measure of Loving God, is to Love him, saith devout Bernard, without measure, (i. e.) with all possible perfection that a Creature can attain unto:
For the measure of Loving God, is to Love him, Says devout Bernard, without measure, (i. e.) with all possible perfection that a Creature can attain unto:
the wider entrance, and happier entertainment it shall finde with the Society of the Saints and Angels, with the Beatifical Vision and Fruition of the undivided Trinity.
the wider Entrance, and Happier entertainment it shall find with the Society of the Saints and Angels, with the Beatifical Vision and Fruition of the undivided Trinity.
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Now blessed be the Lord, that leaves us not so deeply engaged, but hath taught our poverty a short and ready way how to satisfie so infinite a Creditor.
Now blessed be the Lord, that leaves us not so deeply engaged, but hath taught our poverty a short and ready Way how to satisfy so infinite a Creditor.
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It is not rich and sumptuous Presents, nor any worldly advantage, which he considers, that so our outward wants may not dishearten our often endeavours in the discharge of our Duty.
It is not rich and sumptuous Presents, nor any worldly advantage, which he considers, that so our outward Wants may not dishearten our often endeavours in the discharge of our Duty.
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The very God of Peace proclaimed War betwixt the seed of the Woman, and the seed of the Serpent; The Substantial Word of God, professed he came into the world to make division betwixt the Father and Son, the Mother and the Daughter.
The very God of Peace proclaimed War betwixt the seed of the Woman, and the seed of the Serpent; The Substantial Word of God, professed he Come into the world to make division betwixt the Father and Son, the Mother and the Daughter.
and bring our selves within the Line of Communication with his Saints. They which are Christs, have crucified the flesh, with the corruptions and lusts.
and bring our selves within the Line of Communication with his Saints. They which Are Christ, have Crucified the Flesh, with the corruptions and Lustiest.
In which Proposition, we may consider how the persons are qualified, and vvho by a more peculiar appropriation, are stamp'd with the Character of those which are Christs.
In which Proposition, we may Consider how the Persons Are qualified, and who by a more peculiar appropriation, Are stamped with the Character of those which Are Christ.
Secondly, The religious duty wherein they are exercised, shadowed in the Metaphor of crucifying; and here's their evidence and assurance, they have crucified.
Secondly, The religious duty wherein they Are exercised, shadowed in the Metaphor of crucifying; and here's their evidence and assurance, they have Crucified.
They have crucified the flesh; there the outward man is disciplined, his sensual Delights and Pleasures being castigated, and fastned to Christs Cross.
They have Crucified the Flesh; there the outward man is disciplined, his sensual Delights and Pleasures being castigated, and fastened to Christ Cross.
for because 'tis said in the first verse of this Chapter, Christ hath made us FREE, and we are not under the Law, verse 18. the Antinomians, Libertines, and others, catechize the pure Saints of their lewd Sect, that they may break the Law vvithout sinning;
for Because it's said in the First verse of this Chapter, christ hath made us FREE, and we Are not under the Law, verse 18. thee Antinomians, Libertines, and Others, catechise the pure Saints of their lewd Sect, that they may break the Law without sinning;
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nor his walking freely in the Spirit, make way to wander loosely in the flesh. The satisfaction of Christ, frees from the tyrannical yoke and curse of the Law;
nor his walking freely in the Spirit, make Way to wander loosely in the Flesh. The satisfaction of christ, frees from the tyrannical yoke and curse of the Law;
For whereas the Law says, Thou shalt not commit adultery, the Gospel says, Thou shalt not look, nor think lasciviously. And indeed, all the sacrifices, all the sacraments, all the purgings of the Law, did but represent the new Covenant of Christ, the crucifying of ourselves,
For whereas the Law Says, Thou shalt not commit adultery, the Gospel Says, Thou shalt not look, nor think lasciviously. And indeed, all the Sacrifices, all the Sacraments, all the purgings of the Law, did but represent the new Covenant of christ, the crucifying of ourselves,
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They which are Christs, are the same Spirit with him, 1 Cor. 6. and so are engaged to proceed in a professed hostility with the flesh, vvithout Truce or Cessation.
They which Are Christ, Are the same Spirit with him, 1 Cor. 6. and so Are engaged to proceed in a professed hostility with the Flesh, without Truce or Cessation.
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Now vvhat a perverse Consideration vvere it, to imagine the end of these improvements, and super-endowments to be, that this seed, that this off-spring of God, should spread forth,
Now what a perverse Consideration were it, to imagine the end of these improvements, and super-endowments to be, that this seed, that this offspring of God, should spread forth,
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& be pamper'd vvith the Delicacies of the flesh, since the putting on of Christ is an inhibition to make provision for the flesh, to fulfil the lusts thereof? Rom. 13.14.
& be pampered with the Delicacies of the Flesh, since the putting on of christ is an inhibition to make provision for the Flesh, to fulfil the Lustiest thereof? Rom. 13.14.
But by flesh, the Apostle means Caro peccati, the body of sin, the depraved will of the flesh, the general corruption of nature, vvhich hath so scattered its poyson through the soul, that the powers, vvhich should command, are turned to obey their Servants.
But by Flesh, the Apostle means Caro peccati, the body of since, the depraved will of the Flesh, the general corruption of nature, which hath so scattered its poison through the soul, that the Powers, which should command, Are turned to obey their Servants.
Notwithstanding this manifest truth, there was an ancient Heresie, which being grounded upon the literal and violent sense of our Saviours Counsel, that if the eye or hand offend, would have, without a Metaphysical knife, Mat. 18.9. or mystical abstraction, the one really to be cut off, and the other pulled out:
Notwithstanding this manifest truth, there was an ancient Heresy, which being grounded upon the literal and violent sense of our Saviors Counsel, that if the eye or hand offend, would have, without a Metaphysical knife, Mathew 18.9. or mystical abstraction, the one really to be Cut off, and the other pulled out:
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It is the usual practise in progress of War, to destroy the pertinacious refractory Inhabitants, but to spare the Country; as Israel must not let the Canaanites live,
It is the usual practice in progress of War, to destroy the pertinacious refractory Inhabitants, but to spare the Country; as Israel must not let the Canaanites live,
and in purging malignant humours, do not rashly violate the life of nature, wherein we shall shew our selves like wise Householders, that pull not out the teeth of their curst MASTIFES, but break them;
and in purging malignant humours, do not rashly violate the life of nature, wherein we shall show our selves like wise Householders, that pull not out the teeth of their cursed MASTIFES, but break them;
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I cannot run over each particular, I will touch the principal, which I conceive to be gluttony and drunkenness. The one was the first sin which appeared before the Flood;
I cannot run over each particular, I will touch the principal, which I conceive to be gluttony and Drunkenness. The one was the First since which appeared before the Flood;
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and surprized, when VVine had given him the first overthrow. For that which is taken into the Body, enters not in vaine, but is conquered, or conquers:
and surprised, when VVine had given him the First overthrow. For that which is taken into the Body, enters not in vain, but is conquered, or conquers:
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And now since such decays, ruines and vengeance be the wages of fleshly excess, methinks I hear a voyce from the Spirit, cry, Crucifie, crucifie the flesh.
And now since such decays, ruins and vengeance be the wages of fleshly excess, methinks I hear a voice from the Spirit, cry, Crucify, crucify the Flesh.
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A torment, which being seated in the hands and feet, parts most sensible of paine, by the multitude of nerves there united, makes the anguish also more eminent.
A torment, which being seated in the hands and feet, parts most sensible of pain, by the multitude of nerves there united, makes the anguish also more eminent.
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And can vve expect a better reward for the flattery of our sins? If they first nayled our Saviour to the Cross, themselves have taught us our duties how to entertain them;
And can we expect a better reward for the flattery of our Sins? If they First nailed our Saviour to the Cross, themselves have taught us our duties how to entertain them;
It cannot but argue us no friends of Christ, vvho are in peace vvith his Enemies, vvhich so oft as vve fondly pamper, vve endeavour to renew the bitterness of his passion,
It cannot but argue us no Friends of christ, who Are in peace with his Enemies, which so oft as we fondly pamper, we endeavour to renew the bitterness of his passion,
In like manner, man's limited nature is not capable of such vast and unruly strides, as suddenly to mount from the bottom to the top, from corruption to grace.
In like manner, Man's limited nature is not capable of such vast and unruly strides, as suddenly to mount from the bottom to the top, from corruption to grace.
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VVhat though God by his Omnipotency can in the strictest point of time, as easily cast out seven Devils as one? yet it pleaseth him in these actions, to descend to the vveak ability of his Instruments,
What though God by his Omnipotency can in the Strictest point of time, as Easily cast out seven Devils as one? yet it Pleases him in these actions, to descend to the weak ability of his Instruments,
Was the Cross a lingring, painful, and torturing death? Let it not seem grievous to us, with striving and strugling, with Gall and Vinegar, with pricking and piercing,
Was the Cross a lingering, painful, and torturing death? Let it not seem grievous to us, with striving and struggling, with Gall and Vinegar, with pricking and piercing,
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VVere his hands and feet so fast nayled to the Tree, that they were stop'd and disabl'd from use and motion? It must be the care of those which are Christs, to restain their hands from Oppression, their feet from bloodshed, their tongues from falshood, their throats from excess, their eyes from adultery,
Were his hands and feet so fast nailed to the Tree, that they were stopped and disabled from use and motion? It must be the care of those which Are Christ, to restain their hands from Oppression, their feet from bloodshed, their tongues from falsehood, their throats from excess, their eyes from adultery,
It is likewise our part, never to cease from curbing rebellious affections, till they be quite dead, till the Serpent hath no strength to move his Tayl. For they who finde comfort in Christ, rest not in a bare believing Christ was crucified for them,
It is likewise our part, never to cease from curbing rebellious affections, till they be quite dead, till the Serpent hath no strength to move his Tayl. For they who find Comfort in christ, rest not in a bore believing christ was Crucified for them,
but do truely feel that they are crucified with him, the motions of sin working not so strongly in their members, to bring forth fruit unto death, Rom. 7.5.
but do truly feel that they Are Crucified with him, the motions of since working not so strongly in their members, to bring forth fruit unto death, Rom. 7.5.
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He will be read as well in our manners, as in our names; if we can gladly weare his Livery, we must not be slack to perform his Service. True Catholique Religion, is not a Doctrine of ease;
He will be read as well in our manners, as in our names; if we can gladly wear his Livery, we must not be slack to perform his Service. True Catholic Religion, is not a Doctrine of ease;
our Prayers, if many, are quickly thought tedious; our Fasts, but loosely kept; our Chastisements, too slight to master our sturdy and obstinate Inclinations.
our Prayers, if many, Are quickly Thought tedious; our Fasts, but loosely kept; our Chastisements, too slight to master our sturdy and obstinate Inclinations.
If the Romanists severity to their own flesh, assiduousness at their Orizons, frequent inflictions of Penance, joyned with a Submissive readiness to renounce their Errors upon clearer Illumination, were true effects and Fruits of a well-guided Zeal for displeasing their Redeemer,
If the Romanists severity to their own Flesh, assiduousness At their Orisons, frequent inflictions of Penance, joined with a Submissive readiness to renounce their Errors upon clearer Illumination, were true effects and Fruits of a well-guided Zeal for displeasing their Redeemer,
from the crucifying of the flesh, to the mortifying of the affections: They which are Christs, have crucified the flesh, with the affections and lusts.
from the crucifying of the Flesh, to the mortifying of the affections: They which Are Christ, have Crucified the Flesh, with the affections and Lustiest.
Again, many had never bin hurt, if they had not feared; and others had been welcome to their desires, had not rash boldness cast them on needless dangers.
Again, many had never been hurt, if they had not feared; and Others had been welcome to their Desires, had not rash boldness cast them on needless dangers.
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For 'tis done in his eye, when 'tis but thought. Christ looks not so much at the Accessory, as the Principal; to the evil action, as to the mischievous intention.
For it's done in his eye, when it's but Thought. christ looks not so much At the Accessory, as the Principal; to the evil actium, as to the mischievous intention.
as well as that act of Slaughter, which is the Daughter. Our Saviour is so taken with the inward part, the affection of the heart, that he judgeth both of good and evil actions according as that is well or ill affected.
as well as that act of Slaughter, which is the Daughter. Our Saviour is so taken with the inward part, the affection of the heart, that he Judgeth both of good and evil actions according as that is well or ill affected.
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As then God in mercy accounts the good will for the deed, in regard where there is a willing minde, there will certainly be all answerable endeavours to execute that will,
As then God in mercy accounts the good will for the deed, in regard where there is a willing mind, there will Certainly be all answerable endeavours to execute that will,
and that vve may not transfer this Christian duty of mortification from our selves vvholly to others, grant, that by thy saving Grace, vve may be enabled to crucifie and subdue our own pride, envy, malice, and covetousness;
and that we may not transfer this Christian duty of mortification from our selves wholly to Others, grant, that by thy Saving Grace, we may be enabled to crucify and subdue our own pride, envy, malice, and covetousness;
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and vve may make our dayly approaches to thee, as to a gracious God, and most merciful Father, in and through Jesus Christ, our onely Advocate and Redeemer. Amen.
and we may make our daily Approaches to thee, as to a gracious God, and most merciful Father, in and through jesus christ, our only Advocate and Redeemer. Amen.
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fulness of union, and fulness of unction: yet it might justly seem a work of no mercy, no use to us, were those prerogatives sealed onely for himself;
fullness of Union, and fullness of unction: yet it might justly seem a work of no mercy, no use to us, were those prerogatives sealed only for himself;
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had vve no share in them, any one might say, as the Tribes to Rehoboam, What portion have we in David? 1 Kin. 12. we have no inheritance, no part in him.
had we no share in them, any one might say, as the Tribes to Rehoboam, What portion have we in David? 1 Kin. 12. we have no inheritance, no part in him.
And therefore for the assurance of our faith, the Apostle soares higher, and contemplates the riches of the Fathers mercy in the face of the Son, as it shines and reflects upon us.
And Therefore for the assurance of our faith, the Apostle soars higher, and contemplates the riches of the Father's mercy in the face of the Son, as it shines and reflects upon us.
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To what end hath the Father given all things into the hand of Christ? Why is he thus replenished with all Treasures? Is it that he might keep and hoord it up for himself? No:
To what end hath the Father given all things into the hand of christ? Why is he thus replenished with all Treasures? Is it that he might keep and hoard it up for himself? No:
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All power is put into the hands of the Son of God, that he might dispense it the better for the sons of men. It pleased the Father, that in him should all fulness dwell, that he might be able, saith the Text, to reconcile us unto the Father,
All power is put into the hands of the Son of God, that he might dispense it the better for the Sons of men. It pleased the Father, that in him should all fullness dwell, that he might be able, Says the Text, to reconcile us unto the Father,
God is so well pleased with this Act of reconciling, that though the disobedience of our first Parents made him to come as a Judge, pronouncing condemnation, You shall dye the death;
God is so well pleased with this Act of reconciling, that though the disobedience of our First Parents made him to come as a Judge, pronouncing condemnation, You shall die the death;
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yet as a Father, willing to reestablish them, he repeales the Sentence, and breaths again into their dead Trunks, that breath of life, The seed of the Woman shall bruise the Serpents Head. So unnatural it is to him to destroy his own Workmanship, that he prepares the playster before we have the wound, our recovery before our fall;
yet as a Father, willing to reestablish them, he repeals the Sentence, and breathes again into their dead Trunks, that breath of life, The seed of the Woman shall bruise the Serpents Head. So unnatural it is to him to destroy his own Workmanship, that he prepares the plaster before we have the wound, our recovery before our fallen;
The one served as a Nursery, not that they might grow there still, but that from thence they might be transplanted to the other above, where they shall abide for ever.
The one served as a Nursery, not that they might grow there still, but that from thence they might be transplanted to the other above, where they shall abide for ever.
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And the better to secure us of our Restauration, it pleased the Almighty to shew the experiment in his own Person, by knitting and marrying in love, two natures most unequal, the Divine and the Humane.
And the better to secure us of our Restauration, it pleased the Almighty to show the experiment in his own Person, by knitting and marrying in love, two nature's most unequal, the Divine and the Humane.
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The Wax receives not the impression before applyed to the seal, no more could the weakness of our flesh re-assume the characters of God, did not God honour and embrace this weakness of our flesh.
The Wax receives not the impression before applied to the seal, no more could the weakness of our Flesh reassume the characters of God, did not God honour and embrace this weakness of our Flesh.
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He which raiseth another fallen, must stoop himself to do the courtesie. Man was fallen, and without recovery, had not God bowed the heavens and come down;
He which Raiseth Another fallen, must stoop himself to do the courtesy. Man was fallen, and without recovery, had not God bowed the heavens and come down;
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the Man which fell betwixt Jericho and Jerusalem, might have bled to death, for all the Priest and the Levite: nothing but despair, until the good Samaritan came.
the Man which fell betwixt Jericho and Jerusalem, might have bled to death, for all the Priest and the Levite: nothing but despair, until the good Samaritan Come.
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He that is the very Door, can give us a lawful entrance into our eternal Canaan. For though God hath given power to his Ministers, by applying the means,
He that is the very Door, can give us a lawful Entrance into our Eternal Canaan. For though God hath given power to his Ministers, by applying the means,
Neither breath in our Nostrils, nor thanksgiving in our mouths, until Christ came, vvho not onely applyed himself to us, his arms to our arms, his body to our body, his feet to our feet;
Neither breath in our Nostrils, nor thanksgiving in our mouths, until christ Come, who not only applied himself to us, his arms to our arms, his body to our body, his feet to our feet;
but took on him our nature, and clothed himself vvith our flesh, that so by his Incarnation, he might take from us vvhat to offer to God for us in his Passion. So that to pacifie and reconcile, is the special work of the Son of God.
but took on him our nature, and clothed himself with our Flesh, that so by his Incarnation, he might take from us what to offer to God for us in his Passion. So that to pacify and reconcile, is the special work of the Son of God.
Zacharias was stricken dumb, when our Saviour was to be born, in token that the Law was to be silent when the Gospel of Reconciliation was to be preached.
Zacharias was stricken dumb, when our Saviour was to be born, in token that the Law was to be silent when the Gospel of Reconciliation was to be preached.
and so frames us in a new Mould, that whereas before we tremble at the partial examination of our own Conscience, we may appear before his Tribunal with boldness.
and so frames us in a new Mould, that whereas before we tremble At the partial examination of our own Conscience, we may appear before his Tribunal with boldness.
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In regard this boon of Reconciliation is of such an excellent nature, venerable Bede accounts more honour doth redound to God, Restauratione Hominum, quàm creatione Angelorum, by restoring of man that fell,
In regard this boon of Reconciliation is of such an excellent nature, venerable Bede accounts more honour does redound to God, Restauratione Hominum, quàm creation Angels, by restoring of man that fell,
As God is most good, so his goodness most diffusive, whose plenteous redemption descends like the morning-dew, not to be shut up in a narrow family, no more then those fatning drops can be confined within a certain Region. Hence the Evangelist, Joh. 1.9. calls Christ The Light, which enlightens not a few, but many; nor many, but all, even every one which comes into the world.
As God is most good, so his Goodness most diffusive, whose plenteous redemption descends like the Morning-dew, not to be shut up in a narrow family, no more then those fattening drops can be confined within a certain Region. Hence the Evangelist, John 1.9. calls christ The Light, which enlightens not a few, but many; nor many, but all, even every one which comes into the world.
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and by the fire of the Spirit cleansed from the sordid Scurf and Corruption of the flesh, which as earth adheres to the Soul. Let us then draw neer to him in grace,
and by the fire of the Spirit cleansed from the sordid Scurf and Corruption of the Flesh, which as earth adheres to the Soul. Let us then draw near to him in grace,
VVho sees not how the Apostle knew not any member belonging to Christs Reconciliation, but either in Heaven or on Earth? For the building of the material Temple, the stones were either hewing or polishing in the Mountain, or transported and laid in the Temple.
Who sees not how the Apostle knew not any member belonging to Christ Reconciliation, but either in Heaven or on Earth? For the building of the material Temple, the stones were either hewing or polishing in the Mountain, or transported and laid in the Temple.
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Saint Austin once said it, and the Church accounts it Orthodox, When the time is fulfilled, the Combate ended, the race run, Quisque id habebit, quod in hac conquisivit, every one shall have that which he hath gained in this life.
Saint Austin once said it, and the Church accounts it Orthodox, When the time is fulfilled, the Combat ended, the raze run, Quisque id habebit, quod in hac conquisivit, every one shall have that which he hath gained in this life.
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Neither Devil without, nor flesh at home to seduce them; whereas man's Innocence was stolne from him, and his overthrow occasion'd by another's treason.
Neither devil without, nor Flesh At home to seduce them; whereas Man's Innocence was stolen from him, and his overthrow occasioned by another's treason.
Yet as the reprobate Angels are in such a misery, that they cannot be recall'd; so the Holy Angels are in that perfection of happiness, as they cannot fall:
Yet as the Reprobate Angels Are in such a misery, that they cannot be Recalled; so the Holy Angels Are in that perfection of happiness, as they cannot fallen:
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It's true, the blessed Angels need no Reconciler in regard of Redemption from sin; for by the power of their Nature, wherein they were created, they are able to execute whatsoever it be, in which it shall please God to prove their obedience.
It's true, the blessed Angels need no Reconciler in regard of Redemption from since; for by the power of their Nature, wherein they were created, they Are able to execute whatsoever it be, in which it shall please God to prove their Obedience.
Yet their peace was not perfect, until they were made sure of perseverance, which was onely by Christ. They had not that grace by Creation: for the fall of some of them, shews that by their own nature their will was mutable;
Yet their peace was not perfect, until they were made sure of perseverance, which was only by christ. They had not that grace by Creation: for the fallen of Some of them, shows that by their own nature their will was mutable;
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For seeing they have Idem velle & Idem nolle with the Almighty, their will always concurring with his will, they cannot choose but love those, on whom their Lord and Master shall cast a gracious eye.
For seeing they have Idem velle & Idem nolle with the Almighty, their will always concurring with his will, they cannot choose but love those, on whom their Lord and Master shall cast a gracious eye.
They will become their Nurses, and carry them in their hands, Psal. 91. They will be their guard, and pitch their Tents about them, Psal. 24. So that of their protection we be sure;
They will become their Nurse's, and carry them in their hands, Psalm 91. They will be their guard, and pitch their Tents about them, Psalm 24. So that of their protection we be sure;
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The like did Elisha 's servant about the Prophet, 2 King. 6. Yet in the 10 of Daniel, the whole Kingdom of Persia had but one Angel-Guardian, Daniel 10. The ancient Fathers were of opinion, that ordinarily one Angel is assign'd to every one as his Custos, and Tutor;
The like did Elisha is servant about the Prophet, 2 King. 6. Yet in the 10 of daniel, the Whole Kingdom of Persiam had but one Angel-guardian, daniel 10. The ancient Father's were of opinion, that ordinarily one Angel is assigned to every one as his Custos, and Tutor;
But seeing this mystery is unreveal'd in the Scriptures, it shall content us, that He, who makes his Angels Ministring Spirits, hath not onely broke down the partition-wal betwixt heaven and earth,
But seeing this mystery is unrevealed in the Scriptures, it shall content us, that He, who makes his Angels Ministering Spirits, hath not only broke down the Partition-wall betwixt heaven and earth,
Hence it is that the Scripture so frequently affirms, It was meet and necessary that Christ should be consecrated through suffering; that He should suffer, and so enter into his glory.
Hence it is that the Scripture so frequently affirms, It was meet and necessary that christ should be consecrated through suffering; that He should suffer, and so enter into his glory.
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for without shedding of blood, no reconciliation, Heb. 9. Well therefore might Holy Bernard say, that our renovation cost God more than our first creation. Semel, & tantùm dicendo fecit;
for without shedding of blood, no reconciliation, Hebrew 9. Well Therefore might Holy Bernard say, that our renovation cost God more than our First creation. Semel, & tantùm dicendo fecit;
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There were not two days, nor (as some conceiv'd) two hours wasted, in eating that Sugred Poyson, which diffused its rancor throughout the whole outward and inward man,
There were not two days, nor (as Some conceived) two hours wasted, in eating that Sugared Poison, which diffused its rancour throughout the Whole outward and inward man,
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but we could not be restored to life again without unconceivable torment, without Christs Blood, and that gushing and streaming from every part of his Sacred Body.
but we could not be restored to life again without unconceivable torment, without Christ Blood, and that gushing and streaming from every part of his Sacred Body.
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Upon this ground was erected in their publique places, the permanent and material Cross, to serve for a Trophe and monument of the exaltation of Him that dyed for our Salvation on the Cross.
Upon this ground was erected in their public places, the permanent and material Cross, to serve for a Trophe and monument of the exaltation of Him that died for our Salvation on the Cross.
Your very Ensigns, your flagges and Colours in the camp, what are they but crosses wrought with Gold and Silk? we behold the sign of the Cross naturally formed in a Ship, when she is born with swelling Sailes,
Your very Ensigns, your flags and Colours in the camp, what Are they but Crosses wrought with Gold and Silk? we behold the Signen of the Cross naturally formed in a Ship, when she is born with swelling Sails,
shall enmity and discord live when he is dead? Shall he be Nailed, and shall not our vile affections be Nailed down with him? If God be slow to Anger, and swift to Mercy, you ought to be perfect as your heavenly Father is perfect.
shall enmity and discord live when he is dead? Shall he be Nailed, and shall not our vile affections be Nailed down with him? If God be slow to Anger, and swift to Mercy, you ought to be perfect as your heavenly Father is perfect.
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we must fly to him by Him, building our nests in the clefts of the Rocke, in the wounds of his Body, that He may be an Antidote to us, who was wounded for us;
we must fly to him by Him, building our nests in the clefts of the Rock, in the wounds of his Body, that He may be an Antidote to us, who was wounded for us;
that his Blood may not cry for vengeance, but for remission, and for reconciliation of all things to himself, both of things in Heaven, and things on Earth:
that his Blood may not cry for vengeance, but for remission, and for reconciliation of all things to himself, both of things in Heaven, and things on Earth:
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the Catastrophe, or end of all, Jesus of Nazareth hanging on the Cross between two theeves. One of them with a tongue set on fire from hell, belcheth out his blasphemy, If thou be Christ, the Son of God, sent from the Father to save mankind,
the Catastrophe, or end of all, jesus of Nazareth hanging on the Cross between two thieves. One of them with a tongue Set on fire from hell, belches out his blasphemy, If thou be christ, the Son of God, sent from the Father to save mankind,
and therefore, as if he had been ravish'd into Paradise, and there bare a part in that Celestial harmony, (Thou art the King of Glory O Christ, thou art the everlasting Son of God) with Admiration of Soul,
and Therefore, as if he had been ravished into Paradise, and there bore a part in that Celestial harmony, (Thou art the King of Glory Oh christ, thou art the everlasting Son of God) with Admiration of Soul,
In which Pithy and pious Ejaculation, may it please you first to take notice of this Petitioner, and then of his Petition. The Petitioner is brought in masked under the veile of an Indefinite Pronoune, He. The person to whom he commenceth his suit, is directly express'd to be Iesus: [ He said to Iesus. ]
In which Pithy and pious Ejaculation, may it please you First to take notice of this Petitioner, and then of his Petition. The Petitioner is brought in masked under the veil of an Indefinite Pronoun, He. The person to whom he Commenceth his suit, is directly expressed to be Iesus: [ He said to Iesus. ]
In the Petition, you have his confession. First, he gives witness to Christs Deity, in this Compellation, Lord. Secondly, He acknowledgeth Christs regal Soveraignty, in attributing to him a Kingdom: and Lastly, he believes his own Souls glorious Immortality, in that he seeks to be remembred when Christ came into his Kingdom.
In the Petition, you have his Confessi. First, he gives witness to Christ Deity, in this Compellation, Lord. Secondly, He acknowledgeth Christ regal Sovereignty, in attributing to him a Kingdom: and Lastly, he believes his own Souls glorious Immortality, in that he seeks to be remembered when christ Come into his Kingdom.
Let it suffice, my Evangelist tells you in general, he was NONLATINALPHABET, a Malefactor: St. Matthew and the other, stile him more particularly NONLATINALPHABET, a thief, a common Robber, one that did oft provoke heaven;
Let it suffice, my Evangelist tells you in general, he was, a Malefactor: Saint Matthew and the other, style him more particularly, a thief, a Common Robber, one that did oft provoke heaven;
and yet here, by a new and strange kind of robbery, he is not afraid to steale Eternity. It may well be said, that Heaven is gotten by Violence, when theeves break through, and steal it.
and yet Here, by a new and strange kind of robbery, he is not afraid to steal Eternity. It may well be said, that Heaven is got by Violence, when thieves break through, and steal it.
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than the Patriarch Abraham, the Father of the faithful, than Moses, than the Evangelical Prophet Esay, than his ovvn Apostles, to vvhom it vvas given by the grace of Dispensation to knovv Christ,
than the Patriarch Abraham, the Father of the faithful, than Moses, than the Evangelical Prophet Isaiah, than his own Apostles, to whom it was given by the grace of Dispensation to know christ,
Abraham believed in the Lord, but it vvas vvhen he vvas so much honoured as to have God himself to be his ovvn Messenger, and to parley vvith him from Heaven. Moses believed in the Lord;
Abraham believed in the Lord, but it was when he was so much honoured as to have God himself to be his own Messenger, and to parley with him from Heaven. Moses believed in the Lord;
his head drooping, and his Soul heavy to the death, even then he said to Jesus, Lord, as if he had been lifted upon the Cross to overlook Christs debasements,
his head drooping, and his Soul heavy to the death, even then he said to jesus, Lord, as if he had been lifted upon the Cross to overlook Christ debasements,
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Lorinus upon the first of the Acts, cites many who believed that this Malefactor, hanging on the right hand of our Saviour, had his body overshadow'd with Christs shadow,
Lorinus upon the First of the Acts, cites many who believed that this Malefactor, hanging on the right hand of our Saviour, had his body overshadowed with Christ shadow,
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how could this sinner receive any shadow, when there appeared no light? 'Tis most true, this extraordinary confession was principally caus'd by the powerful operation of Gods Spirit.
how could this sinner receive any shadow, when there appeared no Light? It's most true, this extraordinary Confessi was principally caused by the powerful operation of God's Spirit.
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Give me a man whom the Spirit of God throughly Sanctifies, he shall feele in himself strange alterations, his spirit renewed, his will reformed, his whole Body and Soul transformed into the Image of Christ. Looke upon the Apostles; Ideots, and become Learned;
Give me a man whom the Spirit of God thoroughly Sanctifies, he shall feel in himself strange alterations, his Spirit renewed, his will reformed, his Whole Body and Soul transformed into the Image of christ. Look upon the Apostles; Idiots, and become Learned;
For by this Sophism he backs the licentious Libertine, who litle suspecting in so fair a semblance a treacherous Simon that should gull him, sings a Requiem to his Soul, the Devil bearing him in hand he may at his pleasure give the hand of parting to all those inordinate Superfluities of naughtiness, wherein he now embaths himself, and that at the last.
For by this Sophism he backs the licentious Libertine, who little suspecting in so fair a semblance a treacherous Simon that should gull him, sings a Requiem to his Soul, the devil bearing him in hand he may At his pleasure give the hand of parting to all those inordinate Superfluities of naughtiness, wherein he now embaths himself, and that At the last.
First, Iesus, and then Lord: for if we are not confident of his mercy, how shall we tremble to approach his glory? 'Tis true, what St. Austin saith, Coelum non esset coelum, nisi ibi Iesus esset;
First, Iesus, and then Lord: for if we Are not confident of his mercy, how shall we tremble to approach his glory? It's true, what Saint Austin Says, Coelum non esset coelum, nisi There Iesus esset;
Heaven would be no heaven to us, had we not there a Iesus: And 'tis as true, that Iesus could not be a Iesus, vvere he not Dominus, a Lord. For vvithout the God-head, the Man-hood of Christ were not a sufficient foundation of faith:
Heaven would be no heaven to us, had we not there a Iesus: And it's as true, that Iesus could not be a Iesus, were he not Dominus, a Lord. For without the Godhead, the Manhood of christ were not a sufficient Foundation of faith:
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still the fiat is, I am the Lord, Exo. 12. This occasioned Abulensis to put a kinde of Divinity in the very name: non est significativum, sed operativum;
still the fiat is, I am the Lord, Exo. 12. This occasioned Abulensis to put a kind of Divinity in the very name: non est significativum, sed operativum;
So that Dominus, vvhen 'tis put absolutely, is of the same extent vvith Deus. Upon this ground, the Septuagint doth ever render the name Iehovah by NONLATINALPHABET, Lord. And thus much some of the Heathen seemed to conceive.
So that Dominus, when it's put absolutely, is of the same extent with Deus. Upon this ground, the septuagint does ever render the name Jehovah by, Lord. And thus much Some of the Heathen seemed to conceive.
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For as Domitian vvas the first Emperor that assumed this high and avvful name Lord; so Suetonius observes, that he no sooner stiled himself Dominus, but he called himself Deus too;
For as Domitian was the First Emperor that assumed this high and awful name Lord; so Suetonius observes, that he no sooner styled himself Dominus, but he called himself Deus too;
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Indeed Tertullian in his book Adversus Hermogenem, curiously distinguisheth betvvixt the name of God and Lord. The name of God, saith he, being Nomen NONLATINALPHABET,
Indeed Tertullian in his book Adversus Hermogenem, curiously Distinguisheth betwixt the name of God and Lord. The name of God, Says he, being Nome,
But the name Lord being Nomen potestatis, a name of povver vvith relation to his creatures, could not be applyed to him untill he had actually produced those transitive and forraign vvorks, vvherein his povver vvas to be exercised.
But the name Lord being Nome potestatis, a name of power with Relation to his creatures, could not be applied to him until he had actually produced those transitive and foreign works, wherein his power was to be exercised.
And the Lord God commanded. But vvith submission to that Learned Father, I cannot vvell yield, that therefore Christ ought not to be stiled Lord from all times,
And the Lord God commanded. But with submission to that Learned Father, I cannot well yield, that Therefore christ ought not to be styled Lord from all times,
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Saint Paul shall end the controversie, who 1 Cor. 2. makes it a marke whereby all Christians are described, They are such as call on the Name of the Lord Iesus Christ.
Saint Paul shall end the controversy, who 1 Cor. 2. makes it a mark whereby all Christians Are described, They Are such as call on the Name of the Lord Iesus christ.
For they also, out of the slime of the Earth, and from the dunghil, can raise an ignoble vapor, and place it in the highest region of power and Authority;
For they also, out of the slime of the Earth, and from the dunghill, can raise an ignoble vapor, and place it in the highest region of power and authority;
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Such is the nature of true Sons of Abraham, they consider not their own unworthyness so much as Christs boundless mercies, which assure them he never so Shuts up his loving kindness in displeasure, but at any time they who hunger and thirst after remission, may finde ease for their Souls.
Such is the nature of true Sons of Abraham, they Consider not their own unworthiness so much as Christ boundless Mercies, which assure them he never so Shuts up his loving kindness in displeasure, but At any time they who hunger and thirst After remission, may find ease for their Souls.
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Yet as the just be had in his perpetual remembrance, so God is said, Psal. 10. to forget the wicked. But this forgetting is effectus Irae, non defectus memoriae;
Yet as the just be had in his perpetual remembrance, so God is said, Psalm 10. to forget the wicked. But this forgetting is effectus Irae, non defectus Memoriae;
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And this is observable out of the very words: It is not Memento actionum mearum, but Memento Mei; he saith not, Remember my works, or regard my merits;
And this is observable out of the very words: It is not Memento actionum mearum, but Memento Mei; he Says not, remember my works, or regard my merits;
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There's no condignity, or congruity of merit, answerable to that precedent sin, which is put back by our Judge, that it go not before us to Judgement;
There's no condignity, or congruity of merit, answerable to that precedent since, which is put back by our Judge, that it go not before us to Judgement;
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Doth the wall parturire radium, bring forth the light, which it reflects? Doth the Conduitpipe create that water it conveyes? No more can man, who is a tottering wall,
Does the wall parturire radium, bring forth the Light, which it reflects? Does the Conduit pipe create that water it conveys? No more can man, who is a tottering wall,
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Sufficit ad meritum, scire non sufficere meritum; Our best Knowledge is to acknowledge our errors; and our fairest righteousness, to confess we are altogether foul and unrighteous.
Sufficit ad Merit, Scire non sufficere Merit; Our best Knowledge is to acknowledge our errors; and our Fairest righteousness, to confess we Are altogether foul and unrighteous.
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And are these Inducements to argue Christ a King? If a King, where's his Throne? where's his Scepter? Is the Cross his Throne? are the nailes his Scepter? The brain-sick Iews, led onely with things visible, could not discern how a Man of sorrow could set up a Kingdom of Glory,
And Are these Inducements to argue christ a King? If a King, where's his Throne? where's his Sceptre? Is the Cross his Throne? Are the nails his Sceptre? The brainsick Iews, led only with things visible, could not discern how a Man of sorrow could Set up a Kingdom of Glory,
and 'tis the hight of our Comfort, to confess it best becomes the Majesty of our Redeemer to manifest his power rather by weakness than strength, by baseness than glory.
and it's the hight of our Comfort, to confess it best becomes the Majesty of our Redeemer to manifest his power rather by weakness than strength, by baseness than glory.
Franciscus and Alphonsus Mendoza are of opinion, that Christ had Dominion, and the prerogative of a temporal King, most truly and properly in each circumstance.
Francis and Alphonsus Mendoza Are of opinion, that christ had Dominion, and the prerogative of a temporal King, most truly and properly in each circumstance.
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For 'tis most certain, that the Kingdom of David and Solomon, from whom they derive our Saviours pedigree, was utterly extinct and demolish'd in Jechoniah. Jer. 22. makes this clear:
For it's most certain, that the Kingdom of David and Solomon, from whom they derive our Saviors pedigree, was utterly extinct and demolished in Jechoniah. Jer. 22. makes this clear:
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So that the actuall exercise of this temporal Dominion, is not to be ascribed to him by the title of Succession, much less by that of Election. For in Ioh. 6. when they would have made him King, he withdrew himself, and fled into the mountain:
So that the actual exercise of this temporal Dominion, is not to be ascribed to him by the title of Succession, much less by that of Election. For in John 6. when they would have made him King, he withdrew himself, and fled into the mountain:
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The Lords Anointed, Christ, the Redeemer, is Ruler, but his Government is upon his Shoulders: His Scepter is a Scepter of righteousness, his Throne on the Earth is in the hearts and consciences of the faithful, who have union with him here,
The lords Anointed, christ, the Redeemer, is Ruler, but his Government is upon his Shoulders: His Sceptre is a Sceptre of righteousness, his Throne on the Earth is in the hearts and Consciences of the faithful, who have Union with him Here,
yet shall nothing be Singulariter, more in any one that it not in another One shall so have the gift of glory lesser then another, that he shall also have this gift, not to covet any more Glory.
yet shall nothing be Singulariter, more in any one that it not in Another One shall so have the gift of glory lesser then Another, that he shall also have this gift, not to covet any more Glory.
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For having given us his son, Rom. 8.32 how can he deny us any thing? So reasoneth the Apostle. Now that our souls may be saved by our Interest we have in Christ, let us continually remember his Doctrine, which forewarns us, that 'tis to no purpose though we say Lord, Lord, doubling, and trebling it too, if we be not diligent to do him true service, whom we stile Lord. My Son, give me thy heart, cries the Spirit by the mouth of Solomon: for in the hearts of men is the Throne of Gods Kingdom;
For having given us his son, Rom. 8.32 how can he deny us any thing? So reasoneth the Apostle. Now that our Souls may be saved by our Interest we have in christ, let us continually Remember his Doctrine, which forewarns us, that it's to no purpose though we say Lord, Lord, doubling, and trebling it too, if we be not diligent to do him true service, whom we style Lord. My Son, give me thy heart, cries the Spirit by the Mouth of Solomon: for in the hearts of men is the Throne of God's Kingdom;
The poor thief on the Cross craving thy remembrance when thou camest into thy Kingdom, obtained thy infallible promise of taking him with thee into thy Kingdom.
The poor thief on the Cross craving thy remembrance when thou camest into thy Kingdom, obtained thy infallible promise of taking him with thee into thy Kingdom.
that so when thou shalt translate us hence to thy celestial Mansions, with Angels, and all glorified Spirits, we may breake out into those Songs of Joy, and voices of exultation:
that so when thou shalt translate us hence to thy celestial Mansions, with Angels, and all glorified Spirits, we may break out into those Songs of Joy, and voices of exultation:
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or rather nothing, whereinto we must be dissolved, is incident to us all. Christs rising and ascending are exemplary, because ours hath its inchoation or beginning in His;
or rather nothing, whereinto we must be dissolved, is incident to us all. Christ rising and ascending Are exemplary, Because ours hath its inchoation or beginning in His;
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For the Apostle in the second chapter of this Epistle, and vers. 6. is confident to affirm, that God hath already raised us up with him, and set us in the highest Heavenly places.
For the Apostle in the second chapter of this Epistle, and vers. 6. is confident to affirm, that God hath already raised us up with him, and Set us in the highest Heavenly places.
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and to make sure the point, betakes him to his Orizons, from the sixteenth verse, to this of my Text, to induce thereby a perswasion, that the Almighty works in those which believe, with the same force and efficacy as he did work in Christ: So that if we be not raised from the dead, Christ is not risen;
and to make sure the point, betakes him to his Orisons, from the sixteenth verse, to this of my Text, to induce thereby a persuasion, that the Almighty works in those which believe, with the same force and efficacy as he did work in christ: So that if we be not raised from the dead, christ is not risen;
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and lastly, the place of this exaltation, in the Heavenly places. According to the mighty working of his power, &c. The verity of Gods promise, and his ability in performance, are the principal Pillars which support and sustain a Christians confidence:
and lastly, the place of this exaltation, in the Heavenly places. According to the mighty working of his power, etc. The verity of God's promise, and his ability in performance, Are the principal Pillars which support and sustain a Christians confidence:
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So that not without just cause, after we have made confession in our Creede, that we believe in God, we adde in the next place, that he is Almighty; for if this ground be once shaken,
So that not without just cause, After we have made Confessi in our Creed, that we believe in God, we add in the next place, that he is Almighty; for if this ground be once shaken,
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Wherefore Abraham, to shew his affiance in Gods mighty power, consider'd not his own body how it was dead, he regarded not the deadness of the womb of Sara:
Wherefore Abraham, to show his affiance in God's mighty power, considered not his own body how it was dead, he regarded not the deadness of the womb of Sarah:
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Nay, when the heavy mandate to sacrifice his onely Son Isaac did seeme to contradict the promise, that in Isaacs life all the Nations should be blessed;
Nay, when the heavy mandate to sacrifice his only Son Isaac did seem to contradict the promise, that in Isaacs life all the nations should be blessed;
yet the Patriarch, under hope, did believe above hope, quia Fidelis est qui promisit, because Faithful is he that promised, Heb. 10. and not onely so, sed quia potens est qui promisit, because He that promised is able to do it, Rom. 4. Holy David is so resolute, that though he walk in the midst of the shadow of death, he would fear no evil;
yet the Patriarch, under hope, did believe above hope, quia Fidelis est qui Promised, Because Faithful is he that promised, Hebrew 10. and not only so, sed quia potens est qui Promised, Because He that promised is able to do it, Rom. 4. Holy David is so resolute, that though he walk in the midst of the shadow of death, he would Fear no evil;
Hence is it that the glorious Martyrs of the Church regarded not the cruelty of Tyrants, the launcing of the Sword, the torture of the Rack, the scorching of the Fire, nor the loss of Life.
Hence is it that the glorious Martyrs of the Church regarded not the cruelty of Tyrants, the lancing of the Sword, the torture of the Rack, the scorching of the Fire, nor the loss of Life.
as afraid, and became a wall to Israel, and yet ran together again to drown Pharaoh, and his whole Host? Why did not the Lions in their Den rather snatch Daniel before he came to ground,
as afraid, and became a wall to Israel, and yet ran together again to drown Pharaoh, and his Whole Host? Why did not the Lions in their Den rather snatch daniel before he Come to ground,
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In Logical and natural things, Ratio facit fidem, Reason causeth us to assent and believe: but in Divine and Supernatural, Fides facit Rationem, faith commands our Reason.
In Logical and natural things, Ratio facit fidem, Reason Causes us to assent and believe: but in Divine and Supernatural, Fides facit Rationem, faith commands our Reason.
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Otherwise, where is the Omnipotency of the Father, if he could not beget to himself such a Son as is Coëssential with him? So that the assurance of this mighty power, is the Fortress of Gods truth.
Otherwise, where is the Omnipotency of the Father, if he could not beget to himself such a Son as is Coëssential with him? So that the assurance of this mighty power, is the Fortress of God's truth.
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The Schooses distingnish the Power of God into his absolute, and ordinary, or actual power. The absolute Power of God extends it self beyond his will, even to things infinite:
The Schooses distingnish the Power of God into his absolute, and ordinary, or actual power. The absolute Power of God extends it self beyond his will, even to things infinite:
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onely for the comfort of our Souls, and confirmation of our faith, give me leave to observe In transitn, in the very passage to my Text, that the goodness and power of God is still manifested and discovered to us,
only for the Comfort of our Souls, and confirmation of our faith, give me leave to observe In transitn, in the very passage to my Text, that the Goodness and power of God is still manifested and discovered to us,
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The Name of Christ is not the Name of God: He is the Anointer, Christ the Anointed. Yea, the Name of God were a Name full of horror and terror unto us, were it not for the Name of Christ.
The Name of christ is not the Name of God: He is the Anointer, christ the Anointed. Yea, the Name of God were a Name full of horror and terror unto us, were it not for the Name of christ.
And that we may know the heavenly Arch which is erected over our heads would quickly loosen and dissolve it self into a disordered and confused Chaos, nay would be annihilated, and brought to nothing, did it not receive its stability from Christ; the Apostle, in Col. 1.17. is most emphatical, NONLATINALPHABET, All things consist in Him:
And that we may know the heavenly Arch which is erected over our Heads would quickly loosen and dissolve it self into a disordered and confused Chaos, nay would be annihilated, and brought to nothing, did it not receive its stability from christ; the Apostle, in Col. 1.17. is most emphatical,, All things consist in Him:
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Portans omnia NONLATINALPHABET, bearing up all things by his mighty Word. Heb. 1.3. Whereby 'tis clear, that the conservation of the world is for the sake of Christ. The whole Book of God puts us in minde how we had utterly disabled our Nature to fulfill that Law, which was delivered as an Instructer concerning the mystical way to Salvation;
Portans omnia, bearing up all things by his mighty Word. Hebrew 1.3. Whereby it's clear, that the conservation of the world is for the sake of christ. The Whole Book of God puts us in mind how we had utterly disabled our Nature to fulfil that Law, which was Delivered as an Instructer Concerning the mystical Way to Salvation;
and therefore our Soveraign good, which we desired naturally, must now be attained supernaturally by Christ. When all the floodgates of Gods indignation seemed to be set open against us, our affliction and calamity being as unsupportable as death;
and Therefore our Sovereign good, which we desired naturally, must now be attained supernaturally by christ. When all the floodgates of God's Indignation seemed to be Set open against us, our affliction and calamity being as unsupportable as death;
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Run over the Circle of Christs life, and winde up the whole thred of it, you shall behold every where the Povver of God as it vvrought in Christ; sometimes in curing diseases,
Run over the Circle of Christ life, and wind up the Whole thread of it, you shall behold every where the Power of God as it wrought in christ; sometime in curing diseases,
To instance in one for all, Remember an Army of unvictualled people sed and Satisfied in the Wilderness, vvith the Poor provision of five Loaves and tvvo Fishes, Inter secantes dexteras crevit Ceres, as Prudentius elegantly sings. A strange, and new Creation!
To instance in one for all, remember an Army of unvictualled people said and Satisfied in the Wilderness, with the Poor provision of five Loaves and tvvo Fish, Inter secantes dexteras Crevit Ceres, as Prudentius elegantly sings. A strange, and new Creation!
And indeed, we could never hope that any power was able to Marry again those Souls and Bodies, betvvixt vvhich nature had pronounced an everlasting Divorce, were it not that the Apostle hath made Christ our Head's rising an undoubted evidence that all his dead Members shall rise too.
And indeed, we could never hope that any power was able to Marry again those Souls and Bodies, betwixt which nature had pronounced an everlasting Divorce, were it not that the Apostle hath made christ our Head's rising an undoubted evidence that all his dead Members shall rise too.
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I confess, there is not a leafe in the whole book of nature, wherein he that listeth may not read sufficient motives to induce his assent to this truth:
I confess, there is not a leaf in the Whole book of nature, wherein he that lists may not read sufficient motives to induce his assent to this truth:
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Cur enim de hominibus diffiditur, quod fieri in lignis videtur? For seeing 'tis yearly done in the grass of the field, in the Corn that is sown, in the seed of the trees, and vvood vvhich grovveth;
Cur enim de hominibus diffiditur, quod fieri in lignis videtur? For seeing it's yearly done in the grass of the field, in the Corn that is sown, in the seed of the trees, and wood which groweth;
vvhy should vve distrust, or once doubt the like of men? Of all the signs and Types of Christs Resurrection, that of Jonas is the most lively figure: Devoravit, possedit, ejecit;
why should we distrust, or once doubt the like of men? Of all the Signs and Types of Christ Resurrection, that of Jonah is the most lively figure: Devoravit, possedit, ejecit;
To silence all cavils concerning rising in the same Individual, numerical body, Christs body in the Grave is kept free from all putrifying alterations;
To silence all cavils Concerning rising in the same Individu, numerical body, Christ body in the Grave is kept free from all Putrifying alterations;
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his body shifts not its shape into various and unsearchable changes, but the trusty Earth returns it again in the very same shape it vvas commended to her trust.
his body shifts not its shape into various and unsearchable changes, but the trusty Earth returns it again in the very same shape it was commended to her trust.
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but sit in the highest Heaven, even at the right hand of God, vvhich is the NONLATINALPHABET and Supereminent degree of Gods Povver, vvhich He vvrought in Christ,
but fit in the highest Heaven, even At the right hand of God, which is the and Supereminent degree of God's Power, which He wrought in christ,
But being raised in triumph, and having made his enemies his Foot-stoole, he vvill novv be Glorified with that Glory, which he had with his Father from the beginning of the World.
But being raised in triumph, and having made his enemies his Footstool, he will now be Glorified with that Glory, which he had with his Father from the beginning of the World.
He vvill novv keep his residence in Gods Presence Chamber, in the Heaven of blessed Angels and Spirits, to vvhom the Almighty reveals himself in the abundance of his Glory.
He will now keep his residence in God's Presence Chamber, in the Heaven of blessed Angels and Spirits, to whom the Almighty reveals himself in the abundance of his Glory.
Sufficient it is for our purpose, that this sitting at the right hand of God, is construed in Heb. 1.3. by sitting at the right hand of the Throne of Majesty.
Sufficient it is for our purpose, that this sitting At the right hand of God, is construed in Hebrew 1.3. by sitting At the right hand of the Throne of Majesty.
In 1 Cor. 15. instead of NONLATINALPHABET, the Apostle useth the word NONLATINALPHABET, he must Raign. In Luk. 22. it is NONLATINALPHABET, the right hand of Power. To go no further then my Text,
In 1 Cor. 15. instead of, the Apostle uses the word, he must Reign. In Luk. 22. it is, the right hand of Power. To go no further then my Text,
But whether this imperiall power over the creature, this advancement to the Throne of God, this communication of the Divine attributes, be the right or claim of Christ as he is God, or as he is Man, or as he is both God and Man, the fury of controversie, wherewith the Text Laboureth, commands me now to enquire.
But whither this imperial power over the creature, this advancement to the Throne of God, this communication of the Divine attributes, be the right or claim of christ as he is God, or as he is Man, or as he is both God and Man, the fury of controversy, wherewith the Text Laboureth, commands me now to inquire.
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and seeing he was invested with the exuberance and excellency of endowments more then any other, it was requisite he should have the first place before all other:
and seeing he was invested with the exuberance and excellency of endowments more then any other, it was requisite he should have the First place before all other:
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Being ready to suffer, and so also to rise again, his Prayer was, Father, glorifie me with that Glory which I had with thee from the beginning of the world.
Being ready to suffer, and so also to rise again, his Prayer was, Father, Glorify me with that Glory which I had with thee from the beginning of the world.
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though not bestowed. And it was at his ascension that Christ, as he was Man, had this NONLATINALPHABET bestowed, though not restored; The Son by a voluntary dispensation, emptyed himself,
though not bestowed. And it was At his Ascension that christ, as he was Man, had this bestowed, though not restored; The Son by a voluntary Dispensation, emptied himself,
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The Lutherans will have Christs placing at the right hand God, to be an elevating of his humane nature to a true and real use of the Divine attributes;
The Lutherans will have Christ placing At the right hand God, to be an elevating of his humane nature to a true and real use of the Divine attributes;
So that the ground of the Lutheran Error is their supposing a false effect of the Session and personal Ʋnion. For the Man-hood of Christ exalted into Heaven, is not made equal with the Father, but advanced above the Creature.
So that the ground of the Lutheran Error is their supposing a false Effect of the Session and personal Ʋnion. For the Manhood of christ exalted into Heaven, is not made equal with the Father, but advanced above the Creature.
When King Solomon caused his Mother to sit at his right hand, did he give her an Equality in his Government? And yet we may religiously affirm, that the humanity of our Saviour now sitting at the right hand of God, in a sort, in some acception, raigns with equal power and Majesty with God;
When King Solomon caused his Mother to fit At his right hand, did he give her an Equality in his Government? And yet we may religiously affirm, that the humanity of our Saviour now sitting At the right hand of God, in a sort, in Some acception, raigns with equal power and Majesty with God;
but as it is in the Word, whereunto 'tis personally united; because through the hypostatical union, it can be no where sever'd from that nature, which in it self is infinite.
but as it is in the Word, whereunto it's personally united; Because through the hypostatical Union, it can be no where severed from that nature, which in it self is infinite.
Hereupon we may in every place approach his Throne with boldness, the pity and compassion of his Manhood still closing with the strength and might of his God-head.
Hereupon we may in every place approach his Throne with boldness, the pity and compassion of his Manhood still closing with the strength and might of his Godhead.
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Let every one then that hath any consolation in Christ Jesus, rejoyce, and sing out thanks unto God, who hath given us Victory through Christ Jesus our Lord.
Let every one then that hath any consolation in christ jesus, rejoice, and sing out thanks unto God, who hath given us Victory through christ jesus our Lord.
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which made the Evangelists to observe, that he kept no long residence any where, but coasted from place to place, to seek and save that which was lost.
which made the Evangelists to observe, that he kept no long residence any where, but coasted from place to place, to seek and save that which was lost.
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To this end I would bring you likewise, and therefore I will try to lead you orderly in her steps, beginning with the notice of her person; Behold, a Woman.
To this end I would bring you likewise, and Therefore I will try to led you orderly in her steps, beginning with the notice of her person; Behold, a Woman.
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what makes she then abroad, in a throng too? Diseased with an unclean issue of Blood, and therefore unfit by the Law of Moses to touch or be touched by any creature, under peril of uncleanness.
what makes she then abroad, in a throng too? Diseased with an unclean issue of Blood, and Therefore unfit by the Law of Moses to touch or be touched by any creature, under peril of uncleanness.
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What cure could she now hope for, unless her desperate case had made her malicious to infect others? An Anchorites hole might seem fitter then a publique assembly. Soft, hold!
What cure could she now hope for, unless her desperate case had made her malicious to infect Others? an Anchorites hold might seem fitter then a public assembly. Soft, hold!
In that the ground of this Womans disease was her own blood, I observe, how sin breeds so great a disorder, that it raiseth a commotion in our very Principles, turning the blessing into a curse, the nutriment into the punishment.
In that the ground of this Woman's disease was her own blood, I observe, how since breeds so great a disorder, that it Raiseth a commotion in our very Principles, turning the blessing into a curse, the nutriment into the punishment.
For what's more usual, then to see those, who give way to the fury and phrensie of their passions, to ruine their Bodies by their very strength? It being just with God to chaine a man in his own fetters to intrap him in his own snare.
For what's more usual, then to see those, who give Way to the fury and frenzy of their passion, to ruin their Bodies by their very strength? It being just with God to chain a man in his own fetters to entrap him in his own snare.
Again, did the Prodigal flux continue venting twelve years? Learn, that 'tis the Lord's method to cloud his face towards us for a while, to withdraw things most desir'd, that our confidence may be approved,
Again, did the Prodigal flux continue venting twelve Years? Learn, that it's the Lord's method to cloud his face towards us for a while, to withdraw things most desired, that our confidence may be approved,
when we trust He can as well helpe without the means, as by them. The impotent man at the Poole of Bethesda, was departing thence eight and thirty years:
when we trust He can as well help without the means, as by them. The impotent man At the Pool of Bethesda, was departing thence eight and thirty Years:
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The Crooked Woman, Luk. 13. was doubled and bowed together by the Spirit of infirmity eighteen years (a tedious space to be detained in the throws of fear and doubt) but after long search,
The Crooked Woman, Luk. 13. was doubled and bowed together by the Spirit of infirmity eighteen Years (a tedious Molle to be detained in the throws of Fear and doubt) but After long search,
It's plain in Iohn 11. ver. 33. that our Saviours compassionate Soul was touched with remorse for the Agonies of Lazarus; yet he estranged himself from him, and suspended his relief.
It's plain in John 11. ver. 33. that our Saviors compassionate Soul was touched with remorse for the Agonies of Lazarus; yet he estranged himself from him, and suspended his relief.
but when Sin is waxed to the height, expect a Conversion, and not a Confusion. God ofttimes abides the extremity of evil; expects Ungodliness to the utmost;
but when since is waxed to the height, expect a Conversion, and not a Confusion. God ofttimes abides the extremity of evil; expects Ungodliness to the utmost;
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Who is this, whom her genuine blood, her natural infirmity, and oginal sickness, hath brought to deaths door streights of unclean languishment? VVho is this so defiled with corruption,
Who is this, whom her genuine blood, her natural infirmity, and oginal sickness, hath brought to death's door straights of unclean languishment? Who is this so defiled with corruption,
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yea, whom the Law prohibited from the Temple, from all sacred things, esteeming all things polluted which she touched? This is even the Church, stained with the first Mans Transgression, originally corrupted, wounded,
yea, whom the Law prohibited from the Temple, from all sacred things, esteeming all things polluted which she touched? This is even the Church, stained with the First men Transgression, originally corrupted, wounded,
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if we look neerly, we shall find her to be more especially the Church of the Gentiles: For in the same Gospel, under the person of of the Rulers Daughter, the Church of the Jews is otherwise specified:
if we look nearly, we shall find her to be more especially the Church of the Gentiles: For in the same Gospel, under the person of of the Rulers Daughter, the Church of the jews is otherwise specified:
But by the diseased woman, secluded from the rites of the Synagogue, is meaned the people of the Nations, not descended from the Patriarchs, not sanctified by the Law, nor glorified in the Prophets. This part of Mandkind, striving to cure the corruption of Nature by humane skill, did more encrease it:
But by the diseased woman, secluded from the Rites of the Synagogue, is meaned the people of the nations, not descended from the Patriarchs, not sanctified by the Law, nor glorified in the prophets. This part of Mankind, striving to cure the corruption of Nature by humane skill, did more increase it:
the Nations onely heard of his Fame passing by, and therefore came behind him, (that is) they followed him in after-times, by the tract of the year, being glad to touch his garment, to feel him in the Sacrament by the touch of Faith.
the nations only herd of his Fame passing by, and Therefore Come behind him, (that is) they followed him in Aftertimes, by the tract of the year, being glad to touch his garment, to feel him in the Sacrament by the touch of Faith.
But the unclean woman, and under her the Corporation of the Gentiles, creeps to receive the comfort of the Gospel, hopes for health by touching Christs Garment, which is the Garment of Righteousness.
But the unclean woman, and under her the Corporation of the Gentiles, creeps to receive the Comfort of the Gospel, hope's for health by touching Christ Garment, which is the Garment of Righteousness.
Had she consulted with her carnal Counselors, those friendly enemies would have wished her (forsooth) to be more mannerly then to press him while he was in the heat of other imployments;
Had she consulted with her carnal Counsellors, those friendly enemies would have wished her (forsooth) to be more mannerly then to press him while he was in the heat of other employments;
for such an unseemly preposterousness was not like to compass any thing. But let them construe her meaning as they will, she will not intermit this opportunity.
for such an unseemly preposterousness was not like to compass any thing. But let them construe her meaning as they will, she will not intermit this opportunity.
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Away then with these nice Circumstances of worldly carriage, which abate the fervor of Zeal, and by unnecessary delayes, withstand, if not ruine our Conversion.
Away then with these Nicaenae circumstances of worldly carriage, which abate the fervor of Zeal, and by unnecessary delays, withstand, if not ruin our Conversion.
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for having once neglected the first motions of Grace, and suffered them to dye issueless, we may wait long enough before the opportunity of a second call encourageth us.
for having once neglected the First motions of Grace, and suffered them to die issueless, we may wait long enough before the opportunity of a second call Encourageth us.
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and yet, vvith a dejected Countenance, commest thou behind him? Dost thou tremble to behold God in the back of Man? The weakest sight fears not to gaze on the Suns Glory through another body;
and yet, with a dejected Countenance, Comest thou behind him? Dost thou tremble to behold God in the back of Man? The Weakest sighed fears not to gaze on the Suns Glory through Another body;
No doubt though this vvoman could have proceeded no further then to the meer motion of Spirit (vvhich Christ understood as vvell as the touch of his Garment) that alone vvithout any corporal application, vvould have been effectual;
No doubt though this woman could have proceeded no further then to the mere motion of Spirit (which christ understood as well as the touch of his Garment) that alone without any corporal application, would have been effectual;
Nevertheless, having gotten the opportunity (vvhich is never to be neglected) she would satisfie the Spirit in the behalf of the body, with some bodily Medicine,
Nevertheless, having got the opportunity (which is never to be neglected) she would satisfy the Spirit in the behalf of the body, with Some bodily Medicine,
but if she spake out one word of her infirmity in the eares of men, she feared a repulse and punishment from Jewish Rigor, where upon she said no further then within her self. Poor soul!
but if she spoke out one word of her infirmity in the ears of men, she feared a repulse and punishment from Jewish Rigor, where upon she said no further then within her self. Poor soul!
how was she distracted in Mind? how was she driven by necessity, and divided in Thought? If the stength of Faith do best appear in opposing difficulties,
how was she distracted in Mind? how was she driven by necessity, and divided in Thought? If the Strength of Faith do best appear in opposing difficulties,
though as violent as two contrary VVinds wrestling in the Aire, or two headlong Rivers justling in the Sea. Necessity of her danger drove her forward, shame of unworthiness kept her back;
though as violent as two contrary VVinds wrestling in the Air, or two headlong rivers justling in the Sea. Necessity of her danger drove her forward, shame of unworthiness kept her back;
and do no injury? touch, and not defile? In all this storm of perplexity, she fainted not, still she had somewhat to say, A woman for that; but yet, liek a wise woman, she said it within her self. In great extremities, the force of grief turns Counselour, necessity becomes a Doctress, and sickness findes a Remedy to it self.
and do no injury? touch, and not defile? In all this storm of perplexity, she fainted not, still she had somewhat to say, A woman for that; but yet, liek a wise woman, she said it within her self. In great extremities, the force of grief turns Counselor, necessity becomes a Doctress, and sickness finds a Remedy to it self.
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Say our Misery be so tyrannous, that we may not speak and vent our grief in words, (the common ease of those that be helpless) there is yet a tongue in the heart, which may grow hot with Communication; there's the Dialect of Spirits;
Say our Misery be so tyrannous, that we may not speak and vent our grief in words, (the Common ease of those that be helpless) there is yet a tongue in the heart, which may grow hight with Communication; there's the Dialect of Spirits;
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Suppose the heart it self be perplexed and troubled with doubt, we must yet believe against threatning, hope against hope, cast about againe and againe, never leave saying,
Suppose the heart it self be perplexed and troubled with doubt, we must yet believe against threatening, hope against hope, cast about again and again, never leave saying,
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yet Christ entertains her trembling confidence with such a gracious gesture, as he turned about, and seeing her, said, Daughter be of good comfort, thy faith hath made thee whole:
yet christ entertains her trembling confidence with such a gracious gesture, as he turned about, and seeing her, said, Daughter be of good Comfort, thy faith hath made thee Whole:
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and I cannot, without much perplexity to my self and you, make my passage through: I will therefore withdraw, and retire till a more useful season be administred.
and I cannot, without much perplexity to my self and you, make my passage through: I will Therefore withdraw, and retire till a more useful season be administered.
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He, to whom all things are diaphanous, saw that soonest, which was hid from him. His eye is all penetrable, à tergo & à fronte, as well behind as before.
He, to whom all things Are diaphanous, saw that soonest, which was hid from him. His eye is all penetrable, à tergo & à front, as well behind as before.
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He demanded that her faith might be confirmed her insidility removed which occasioned her to think she might be heal'd by stealth; our Saviour not knowing it.
He demanded that her faith might be confirmed her insidility removed which occasioned her to think she might be healed by stealth; our Saviour not knowing it.
And that the benefit might be more diffusive, he changed his Posture, used an Interrogatory, cast his eye upon her, the better to commend her to the multitude, as an example of imitation:
And that the benefit might be more diffusive, he changed his Posture, used an Interrogatory, cast his eye upon her, the better to commend her to the multitude, as an Exampl of imitation:
It could not chuse but be a singular comfort to this distressed woman, who, as the other Evangelists hath recorded, was now fall'n down trembling at our Saviours feet, to hear her self term'd by the appellation of Daughter. For,
It could not choose but be a singular Comfort to this distressed woman, who, as the other Evangelists hath recorded, was now fallen down trembling At our Saviors feet, to hear her self termed by the appellation of Daughter. For,
as we are the children of God, we have claim to the Kingdom of Heaven, Christ himself becomes our Brother, He the child of God by nature, we by Adoption.
as we Are the children of God, we have claim to the Kingdom of Heaven, christ himself becomes our Brother, He the child of God by nature, we by Adoption.
For if they that be evil can give to their Children good gifts, How much more shall the Father, which is in Heaven give so to her his Daughter, Matth. 7.11? And then she needed not mistrust his mercy;
For if they that be evil can give to their Children good Gifts, How much more shall the Father, which is in Heaven give so to her his Daughter, Matthew 7.11? And then she needed not mistrust his mercy;
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For even as a Father pities his own children, so is the Lord merciful to his, Plas. 103. The proofe whereof we may behold in this gracious speech, Be of good comfort.
For even as a Father pities his own children, so is the Lord merciful to his, Plas. 103. The proof whereof we may behold in this gracious speech, Be of good Comfort.
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Those sons of thunder may be of Moses fiery train, they are not fit Disciples for the Messias. The Lord stands not now on mount Sinai with burning fire,
Those Sons of thunder may be of Moses fiery train, they Are not fit Disciples for the Messias. The Lord Stands not now on mount Sinai with burning fire,
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'Tis not the part of a discreet Phisitian to administer corrasives to a feeble Patient, whose natural temper and vigor is not able to overcome so forcible a prescript:
It's not the part of a discreet physician to administer corrasives to a feeble Patient, whose natural temper and vigor is not able to overcome so forcible a prescript:
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They likewise are too simple, who think, because they are Christians, they must affect a grim austere carriage or deportment, a demure composed countenance like an Image. What is a Christian but his Mirth? his joy in the Holy Ghost, with melody in his heart to the Lord? Wherein doth the Kingdom of heaven consist but in joy? Rejoyce in the Lord, saith Saint Paul, and again I say rejoyce, Philip. 4.4. Let the righteous be glad, and rejoyce before God, Psal. 68.3.
They likewise Are too simple, who think, Because they Are Christians, they must affect a grim austere carriage or deportment, a demure composed countenance like an Image. What is a Christian but his Mirth? his joy in the Holy Ghost, with melody in his heart to the Lord? Wherein does the Kingdom of heaven consist but in joy? Rejoice in the Lord, Says Saint Paul, and again I say rejoice, Philip. 4.4. Let the righteous be glad, and rejoice before God, Psalm 68.3.
And indeed the Holy Ghost, who is the Comforter, seldome rests on a lumpish Spirit. It seemes the Prophet Elisha thus conceived it: for in 2 King. 3.15. he called for musick to cheere his Spirits before he was fit to receive the Spirit of God.
And indeed the Holy Ghost, who is the Comforter, seldom rests on a lumpish Spirit. It seems the Prophet Elisha thus conceived it: for in 2 King. 3.15. he called for music to cheer his Spirits before he was fit to receive the Spirit of God.
Her faith is here evidently augmented by modesty and humility, as indeed it is alwaies, the distance of the Patient, and the lowliness of the desired medicine attributes the greater power to him that should cure.
Her faith is Here evidently augmented by modesty and humility, as indeed it is always, the distance of the Patient, and the lowliness of the desired medicine attributes the greater power to him that should cure.
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as not worthy to appear before him. One prayed him to come and visit Luk. 8.41. as if God were not alwaies, and every where present, but must change Places, and make journies.
as not worthy to appear before him. One prayed him to come and visit Luk. 8.41. as if God were not always, and every where present, but must change Places, and make journeys.
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the one being learned in the law, prescribed a Legal form of cure, the Imposition of hands, Come and lay thy hands on her, vers. 18. as if man were necessarily to be cured,
the one being learned in the law, prescribed a Legal from of cure, the Imposition of hands, Come and lay thy hands on her, vers. 18. as if man were necessarily to be cured,
I may be bold to aver, that by a modest beliefe in means so weak and remote she far out-passed not onely the Ruler, but the Apostles themselves, who too much doted on bodily evidence.
I may be bold to aver, that by a modest belief in means so weak and remote she Far outpassed not only the Ruler, but the Apostles themselves, who too much doted on bodily evidence.
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But this meeke Woman was satisfied with the lowest, and most outward token of cure, not considering the garment so much as the Wearer, contenting her self with the farthest Beam of an infinite Majesty,
But this meek Woman was satisfied with the lowest, and most outward token of cure, not considering the garment so much as the Wearer, contenting her self with the farthest Beam of an infinite Majesty,
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For if the Sun by fingering dung with his Beams can suffer no pollution, much less the Suns Inlightner. And if our Phisitians think it no disgrace to handle a sore,
For if the Sun by fingering dung with his Beams can suffer no pollution, much less the Suns Inlightner. And if our Physicians think it no disgrace to handle a soar,
the Lords own words are partly interrogative, Who is it that touched me? Luk. 8. v. 45. And partly positive, Some one hath touched me, v. 46. which made the Disciples,
the lords own words Are partly interrogative, Who is it that touched me? Luk. 8. v. 45. And partly positive, some one hath touched me, v. 46. which made the Disciples,
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Thou seest? the whole multitude throng thee, and yet askest thou who touched thee? Gregory the Great tells us, it is no Paradox in Divinity to say they thronged him,
Thou See? the Whole multitude throng thee, and yet askest thou who touched thee? Gregory the Great tells us, it is no Paradox in Divinity to say they thronged him,
But admit she was healed by the touch of Christs garment, the Rule of the School informs us, Privilegia personalia non trahuntur in exemplum, Personal priviledges, are not to be patterns of imitation.
But admit she was healed by the touch of Christ garment, the Rule of the School informs us, Privilegia personalia non trahuntur in exemplum, Personal privileges, Are not to be patterns of imitation.
yet we have no commission that we should do the like by touching of Reliques. What if the dead man, which touched the bones of Elisha, was restored to life, 2 King. 13. and many were healed of their diseases, at the monuments of Martyrs, the Devil,
yet we have no commission that we should do the like by touching of Relics. What if the dead man, which touched the bones of Elisha, was restored to life, 2 King. 13. and many were healed of their diseases, At the monuments of Martyrs, the devil,
then newly published, and not to accompany their Reliques in these Sun-shine dayes, the sound of the Gospel being already gone into the uttermost parts of the World.
then newly published, and not to accompany their Relics in these Sunshine days, the found of the Gospel being already gone into the uttermost parts of the World.
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So that concerning miracles now much bragged of, I may say, as Saint Austine sometimes said of the miracles of the donatists, aut sunt figmenta mendacium hominum, aut portenta fallacium Spirituum;
So that Concerning Miracles now much bragged of, I may say, as Saint Augustine sometime said of the Miracles of the Donatists, Or sunt figmenta Mendacium hominum, Or portenta fallacium Spirituum;
And therefore to shew how he esteemes of faith above all other graces, he empties himself to fill it with honour, saying, Thy Faith hath made thee whole.
And Therefore to show how he esteems of faith above all other graces, he empties himself to fill it with honour, saying, Thy Faith hath made thee Whole.
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yet hath faith concurred dispositivè, the Patient was uncapable of her health without the performance of this condition by the work of the Holy Ghost in her.
yet hath faith concurred dispositivè, the Patient was uncapable of her health without the performance of this condition by the work of the Holy Ghost in her.
For though his saving power be ineffably great, yet he hath made an order modo ordinario, ordinarily it shall extend to none but such as are believers;
For though his Saving power be ineffably great, yet he hath made an order modo Ordinario, ordinarily it shall extend to none but such as Are believers;
NONLATINALPHABET, is Saint Markes phrase, Mark. 6. v. 6. He could not do any powerful work in his own Country, in respect of their unbelief, that put the Obex, and made the damme.
, is Saint Marks phrase, Mark. 6. v. 6. He could not do any powerful work in his own Country, in respect of their unbelief, that put the Obex, and made the dam.
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as himself is most simply One, Entire, and Radical in Christ, accounting it with Luther, on the Galathians, a horrible thing once to think on God, without Christ.
as himself is most simply One, Entire, and Radical in christ, accounting it with Luther, on the Galatians, a horrible thing once to think on God, without christ.
So Faith grounds upon Christs Passion, that gives the Sap of Love, and Love blossomes forth in VVorks. In Faith then, be constant; in Love, fervent; in VVorks, diligent.
So Faith grounds upon Christ Passion, that gives the Sap of Love, and Love blossoms forth in Works. In Faith then, be constant; in Love, fervent; in Works, diligent.
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For the Vertue of Christ, may now be touched as well in his Sacrament, as heretofore in his Garment: His Divinity is still as near, and his Appendixes nearer.
For the Virtue of christ, may now be touched as well in his Sacrament, as heretofore in his Garment: His Divinity is still as near, and his Appendixes nearer.
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for you may read, in the fifth of the Acts, vers. 15. that the sick were laid in the streets, to be cured by the very shadow of his Apostle Peter. To remove a Sin,
for you may read, in the fifth of the Acts, vers. 15. that the sick were laid in the streets, to be cured by the very shadow of his Apostle Peter. To remove a since,
Then the hem of his Garment, signifies the precious Drops of our Redemption, vvhich ran dovvn like Aarous Oyntment from his wounded Head, to the Skirts of his clothing:
Then the hem of his Garment, signifies the precious Drops of our Redemption, which ran down like Aarous Ointment from his wounded Head, to the Skirts of his clothing:
Lastly, a submissive Confidence in those Conveyances of Mercy, which lie next before us, though they seem never so common, and despicable in humane sight;
Lastly, a submissive Confidence in those Conveyances of Mercy, which lie next before us, though they seem never so Common, and despicable in humane sighed;
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such are the Elements of water and wine in the Sacraments, the foolishness of preaching the Gospel. Naaman, 2 Kings 5.10. must purge his Leprosie in Jordan, though the River of Damascus be as good: Joash, 2 Kings 13.11. must smite the Assyrian, by smiting the Ground, though the blow touch not the Enemy.
such Are the Elements of water and wine in the Sacraments, the foolishness of preaching the Gospel. Naaman, 2 Kings 5.10. must purge his Leprosy in Jordan, though the River of Damascus be as good: Joash, 2 Kings 13.11. must smite the assyrian, by smiting the Ground, though the blow touch not the Enemy.
VVhat should we look for Extraordinary Revelations from Heaven? are not these easie and simple Conduits of Grace, which convey so great benefit, sufficient Miracles? VVe must not consider the quality of the Elements and Organs,
What should we look for Extraordinary Revelations from Heaven? Are not these easy and simple Conduits of Grace, which convey so great benefit, sufficient Miracles? We must not Consider the quality of the Elements and Organs,
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and appear before men, that Glory may be given to the Author. For our Saviours intent, by enquiring after her Person, (whom he needs must know, seeing he vvas not ignorant of the secret Fact) vvas this:
and appear before men, that Glory may be given to the Author. For our Saviors intent, by inquiring After her Person, (whom he needs must know, seeing he was not ignorant of the secret Fact) was this:
To publish the vvork, and to set it forth for Gods Honour, and the Spectators Instruction, that all might partake the benefit of the recovery, which one had gained.
To publish the work, and to Set it forth for God's Honour, and the Spectators Instruction, that all might partake the benefit of the recovery, which one had gained.
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VVe vvill declare thy Name to our Brethren, and in the midst of the Congregation we vvill fall dovvn and Worship thee, crying vvith a loud Voyce, Salvation to our God, which sitteth upon the Throne, and unto the Lamb:
We will declare thy Name to our Brothers, and in the midst of the Congregation we will fallen down and Worship thee, crying with a loud Voice, Salvation to our God, which Sitteth upon the Throne, and unto the Lamb:
To help so Religious a Work, I have chosen a Text, which (without affectation to use the Apostles words, Phil. 2.10.) holds forth a Lesson of Saint Peters Contrition:
To help so Religious a Work, I have chosen a Text, which (without affectation to use the Apostles words, Philip 2.10.) holds forth a lesson of Saint Peter's Contrition:
it being my duty to tell you, how the Lord expects, that Peters humiliation should be a Motive of our Reformation, which consists in being ashamed and confounded, that we should sin against so good a God.
it being my duty to tell you, how the Lord expects, that Peter's humiliation should be a Motive of our Reformation, which consists in being ashamed and confounded, that we should sin against so good a God.
and lest the Lord should set his mis-doings in order and battel aray before his Face, he makes haste to prevent the thunder of his Anger, by punishing in himself the Offence he had committed;
and lest the Lord should Set his misdoings in order and battle array before his Face, he makes haste to prevent the thunder of his Anger, by punishing in himself the Offence he had committed;
Wherein we may observe the quality of the person formerly offending, Peter, an eminent Apostle; the manner of his Conversion, couched in these two Circumstances, went out, and wept:
Wherein we may observe the quality of the person formerly offending, Peter, an eminent Apostle; the manner of his Conversion, couched in these two circumstances, went out, and wept:
It is remarkable, that the infirmities of Peter, are more upon the file, then any of all the Apostles, as if his Lapses were left as Cautions, that none, in a puff of Pride, should soar aloft above others, in regard of priority.
It is remarkable, that the infirmities of Peter, Are more upon the file, then any of all the Apostles, as if his Lapses were left as Cautions, that none, in a puff of Pride, should soar aloft above Others, in regard of priority.
if seasoned Timber hold not out: slender Trestles must give way, when stronger Pillars bend. If Peter, whose Faith was supposed to be strong as a Rock, did notwithstanding waver,
if seasoned Timber hold not out: slender Trestles must give Way, when Stronger Pillars bend. If Peter, whose Faith was supposed to be strong as a Rock, did notwithstanding waver,
Hence was it, that the gods of the Gentiles were for the most part found criminous, that men might thence think they sinned by Authority: and having known by long experience how much he hath thrived by this Project, he still keeps it up, he's most busie in sifting Peter, in laying open to the Eye the imperfections and blemishes of those, which are above us, that so the eminence of their Persons, may make good their Vices,
Hence was it, that the God's of the Gentiles were for the most part found criminous, that men might thence think they sinned by authority: and having known by long experience how much he hath thrived by this Project, he still keeps it up, he's most busy in sifting Peter, in laying open to the Eye the imperfections and blemishes of those, which Are above us, that so the eminence of their Persons, may make good their Vices,
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Therefore, holy men of old, when they went about to make a fearch, and as it were a quest of inquiry throughout the sinful corners of their Conscience, still retired themselves, coveting to be alone, and sequestred from the Croud.
Therefore, holy men of old, when they went about to make a fearch, and as it were a quest of inquiry throughout the sinful corners of their Conscience, still retired themselves, coveting to be alone, and sequestered from the Crowd.
Isaac, when the evening drew nigh, went out alone into the Fields, and poured forth his Orizons, Gen. 24. Jonas, preparing himself to mourn, sits not still,
Isaac, when the evening drew High, went out alone into the Fields, and poured forth his Orisons, Gen. 24. Jonah, preparing himself to mourn, sits not still,
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but went out of the City, and being alone, freely disburdened his brest into the Bosome of God, Jonas 4. VVhen was it that Jacob wrastled with an Angel,
but went out of the city, and being alone, freely disburdened his breast into the Bosom of God, Jonah 4. When was it that Jacob wrestled with an Angel,
and prevailed for a blessing, but being solitary, private, and left alone? Gen. 32. when Gods will was that Abraham should have the Execution of certain Ordinances, which himself had appointed, he caused him first to remove out of his Country,
and prevailed for a blessing, but being solitary, private, and left alone? Gen. 32. when God's will was that Abraham should have the Execution of certain Ordinances, which himself had appointed, he caused him First to remove out of his Country,
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and to separate from the Distractions and disturbance of worldly Conversation, Gen. 12. He took Moses up to the top of Mount Sinai, and strictly commanded that none should presume to approach the Mount,
and to separate from the Distractions and disturbance of worldly Conversation, Gen. 12. He took Moses up to the top of Mount Sinai, and strictly commanded that none should presume to approach the Mount,
and where thou maist freely vent thy sorrow and Contrition, without fear or suspition of vain-Glory, without interruption or avocation from those sad and serious Contemplations, which make thy soul to bleed within.
and where thou Mayest freely vent thy sorrow and Contrition, without Fear or suspicion of vain-Glory, without interruption or avocation from those sad and serious Contemplations, which make thy soul to bleed within.
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So Joseph, when his affection was enflamed towards his Brethren, makes haste to get himself into a private room, where this passion of love might more freely vent it self.
So Joseph, when his affection was inflamed towards his Brothers, makes haste to get himself into a private room, where this passion of love might more freely vent it self.
This made divers voluntarily to relinquish their Crown, their Scepter, their Royal Robes, and to dedicate themselves to a Cloysters privacy, that they might live,
This made diverse voluntarily to relinquish their Crown, their Sceptre, their Royal Robes, and to dedicate themselves to a Cloisters privacy, that they might live,
But the place Peter quitted, was not the Temple, but the High Priests; he brake not company with those who professed Christ, but with such as persecuted him;
But the place Peter quit, was not the Temple, but the High Priests; he brake not company with those who professed christ, but with such as persecuted him;
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VVhen Augustus perceived grave Senators talking with Livia, but riotous Youths with his Daughter Julia, he concluded, saith Suetonius, the one to be light, and the other staid.
When Augustus perceived grave Senators talking with Livia, but riotous Youths with his Daughter Julia, he concluded, Says Suetonius, the one to be Light, and the other stayed.
Can any one continually handle Pitch, and yet have none cleaving to his hands? It was an extraordinary Commendation which Tully gave to Murana, that living among the luxurious Asians, he was not infected with their effeminacy.
Can any one continually handle Pitch, and yet have none cleaving to his hands? It was an extraordinary Commendation which Tully gave to Murana, that living among the luxurious Asians, he was not infected with their effeminacy.
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And 'tis one of the pious Elogies of the Church, that she flourisheth like a Lilie among Thornes, because they are but few that are entire and whole, able to stand upright amidst the sharp pressures of a crooked Generation,
And it's one of the pious Eulogies of the Church, that she flourishes like a Lily among Thorns, Because they Are but few that Are entire and Whole, able to stand upright amid the sharp pressures of a crooked Generation,
The Hebrews, dwelling among the Idolatrous Egyptians, which worshipped an Ox, saith Herodotus, did imitate them so near, that they worshipped a Calf; and pitching but a while in the plain of Moab, they sacrificed to Baal-Peor, and ate the offerings of the Dead.
The Hebrews, Dwelling among the Idolatrous egyptians, which worshipped an Ox, Says Herodotus, did imitate them so near, that they worshipped a Calf; and pitching but a while in the plain of Moab, they sacrificed to Baal-peor, and ate the offerings of the Dead.
for coming into a bath, and spying Cerinthus in the same, he suddenly, saith Eusebius, leapes back, crying to his Associates, Let's go hence, lest the bath fall on us,
for coming into a bath, and spying Cerinthus in the same, he suddenly, Says Eusebius, leaps back, crying to his Associates, Let's go hence, lest the bath fallen on us,
so long as we do it not that it may appear to men; yet Saint Pauls Decorum, 1 Cor. 14.40. Let all things be done DECENTLY and in order, will the better dispose us to Devotion.
so long as we do it not that it may appear to men; yet Saint Paul's Decorum, 1 Cor. 14.40. Let all things be done DECENTLY and in order, will the better dispose us to Devotion.
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I pour out my heart by my self, saith the Psalmist, Psalm 42. The man truly humbled, is described in the third of the Lamentations, to sit alone, and to keep silence:
I pour out my heart by my self, Says the Psalmist, Psalm 42. The man truly humbled, is described in the third of the Lamentations, to fit alone, and to keep silence:
Hence is it, when a true Penitent is throughly awaked, as Peter here, he's forthwith struck with a holy horror, he presently bestirs himself, never suffers his eyes to sleep,
Hence is it, when a true Penitent is thoroughly awaked, as Peter Here, he's forthwith struck with a holy horror, he presently bestirs himself, never suffers his eyes to sleep,
You know that Children have no other VVeapon to defend themselves withal, but Tears; and with those likewise must we be armed, if we will prevaile against the Adversary.
You know that Children have no other VVeapon to defend themselves withal, but Tears; and with those likewise must we be armed, if we will prevail against the Adversary.
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O, saith he, that my head were waters, and mine eyes a Fountain of tears! VVe shall not finde in any of the Evangelists, that Christ laughed at any time,
Oh, Says he, that my head were waters, and mine eyes a Fountain of tears! We shall not find in any of the Evangelists, that christ laughed At any time,
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Those bitter Tears, must needs flow out of the bottom of a heart throughly broken; they did testifie he went out, to speak in his own tearms, 2 Pet. 3.9. NONLATINALPHABET, to retire to Repentance.
Those bitter Tears, must needs flow out of the bottom of a heart thoroughly broken; they did testify he went out, to speak in his own terms, 2 Pet. 3.9., to retire to Repentance.
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and the same, in a mystical sence, must be ours, if we vvill crucifie the old Man. Hence it is, we read in the Scripture of knocking our stony hearts, of smiting the Thigh, tedring the hair, wringing the hands, putting on sackcloth, strewing Ashes, Dan. 16. howling, and lying on the ground.
and the same, in a mystical sense, must be ours, if we will crucify the old Man. Hence it is, we read in the Scripture of knocking our stony hearts, of smiting the Thigh, tedring the hair, wringing the hands, putting on Sackcloth, strewing Ashes, Dan. 16. howling, and lying on the ground.
which, if they be used in sincerity and simplicity, and not in a superstitious, dissembled, perfunctory Hypocrisie, will be powerful with the Almighty.
which, if they be used in sincerity and simplicity, and not in a superstitious, dissembled, perfunctory Hypocrisy, will be powerful with the Almighty.
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The coming of the Lord into our humbled Souls, may be resembled by his appearance to Eliah. First, there came a mighty strong Wind, that rent the Mountains, brake the Rocks:
The coming of the Lord into our humbled Souls, may be resembled by his appearance to Elijah. First, there Come a mighty strong Wind, that rend the Mountains, brake the Rocks:
'Tis recorded of Christ, that in the days of his Flesh, he offered prayers and supplications, with strong cries and tears, Heb. 5. He did not onely cry, but straine himself with vehemency;
It's recorded of christ, that in the days of his Flesh, he offered Prayers and supplications, with strong cries and tears, Hebrew 5. He did not only cry, but strain himself with vehemency;
Peter did abound in sobbing and lamentation, letting tears run down like a River: Yet, as one saith of his weeping, Invenio quòd flevit, non invenio quid dixit:
Peter did abound in sobbing and lamentation, letting tears run down like a River: Yet, as one Says of his weeping, Invenio quòd Flevit, non Invenio quid dixit:
Though I finde he wept, I do not finde what he said: his tears did supply the defect of his speech, they were more energetical, more perswasive, then any words.
Though I find he wept, I do not find what he said: his tears did supply the defect of his speech, they were more energetical, more persuasive, then any words.
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The groans of the poor Publican, pierceth Heaven more then the noyse of the talking Pharisee. When Israel, at the Red Sea, was environ'd with Enemies behind, with Rocks and Hills on each side, the Text saith, They made a doleful howling to the Lord, but Moses held his peace:
The groans of the poor Publican, pierces Heaven more then the noise of the talking Pharisee. When Israel, At the Read Sea, was environed with Enemies behind, with Rocks and Hills on each side, the Text Says, They made a doleful howling to the Lord, but Moses held his peace:
So that the compunction of the fluent melting heart, is absolutely necessary to unfained repentance. To this contrition in heart, the School adds confession in word, and satisfaction in work.
So that the compunction of the fluent melting heart, is absolutely necessary to unfeigned Repentance. To this contrition in heart, the School adds Confessi in word, and satisfaction in work.
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confession to the Lords Minister, the Arch-bishop Ʋsher admits in some cases, as Medicinal, not as Sacramental. Such as cannot quiet their own breasts, must be pressed to unbosome, and uncase their conscience;
Confessi to the lords Minister, the Archbishop Ʋsher admits in Some cases, as Medicinal, not as Sacramental. Such as cannot quiet their own breasts, must be pressed to unbosom, and uncase their conscience;
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When the Sinner can finde no ease at home, what should he do but use the best means he can to finde it abroad? Yet a Penitent which confesseth his faults daily in humble supplications, that shews his grones,
When the Sinner can find no ease At home, what should he do but use the best means he can to find it abroad? Yet a Penitent which Confesses his Faults daily in humble supplications, that shows his groans,
If he reform his Excesses, and cease from his former sins for the time to come, no necessity can absolutely bind such a one to bring himself upon the stage,
If he reform his Excesses, and cease from his former Sins for the time to come, no necessity can absolutely bind such a one to bring himself upon the stage,
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Others were stiled Orantes, in that they might be present at the Prayers, but not at the Eucharist. If any in the time of persecution had denied the faith,
Others were styled Orantes, in that they might be present At the Prayers, but not At the Eucharist. If any in the time of persecution had denied the faith,
our Church of England allow'd greater mitigation and relaxation from the former severity, condescending, like an indulgent Mother, to the weakness of her children,
our Church of England allowed greater mitigation and relaxation from the former severity, condescending, like an indulgent Mother, to the weakness of her children,
and high degree, by watching whole nights, lying on the hard earth: which being used without any superstitious opinion of merit, or satisfaction, I cannot disallow.
and high degree, by watching Whole nights, lying on the hard earth: which being used without any superstitious opinion of merit, or satisfaction, I cannot disallow.
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Natalis, the heretical Bishop in Eusebius, puts on Sack-cloth, and ashes, and falling down before the feet of the Bishop with uncessant tears, and sighes, implores a pardon.
Natalis, the heretical Bishop in Eusebius, puts on sackcloth, and Ashes, and falling down before the feet of the Bishop with uncessant tears, and sighs, implores a pardon.
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like mournful Doves, they spent their lives in relenting tears, that thereby they might discharge and blot out the bill and hand-writing, which was on record against them.
like mournful Dove, they spent their lives in relenting tears, that thereby they might discharge and blot out the bill and handwriting, which was on record against them.
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For do they not make for our good, when thereby we become more humble, more devout, more wary in our conversation? Saint Ambrose observes, that Peters faith was stronger after his fall, then before;
For doe they not make for our good, when thereby we become more humble, more devout, more wary in our Conversation? Saint Ambrose observes, that Peter's faith was Stronger After his fallen, then before;
The Soul of Ionathan was not so knit to David, as his is to the son of David. The general drift and desire of his heart, is in nothing willingly to sin against God,
The Soul of Ionathan was not so knit to David, as his is to the son of David. The general drift and desire of his heart, is in nothing willingly to sin against God,
Therefore for the comfort of true penitents, Christ after his resurrection appeared first to Mary Magdalen, and to Peter, who of grievous sinners proved the soundest converts.
Therefore for the Comfort of true penitents, christ After his resurrection appeared First to Marry Magdalen, and to Peter, who of grievous Sinners proved the soundest converts.
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For not to yeild obedience to what we know, what else is it then in effect to deny Christ? If ever you will allot a time of tears, begin now while it is day,
For not to yield Obedience to what we know, what Else is it then in Effect to deny christ? If ever you will allot a time of tears, begin now while it is day,
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Is not wrath gone forth from the Lord, when the Dove, with the Olive-Branch, is flying from us? Who can wash his hands from those sins, which have brought a publick calamity upon himself and others? And therefore we should be deeply affected with the smart of the Land. He that looks on sin, in the mildest notion of it, shall finde in it plentiful matter to fetch tears;
Is not wrath gone forth from the Lord, when the Dove, with the Olive-Branch, is flying from us? Who can wash his hands from those Sins, which have brought a public calamity upon himself and Others? And Therefore we should be deeply affected with the smart of the Land. He that looks on since, in the Mildest notion of it, shall find in it plentiful matter to fetch tears;
but he that weighs it more narrowly in the Balance of the Sanctuary, and takes a view of all such passages as add to the hainousness of it, what is it that can turn his eyes into a Fountain of tears,
but he that weighs it more narrowly in the Balance of the Sanctuary, and Takes a view of all such passages as add to the heinousness of it, what is it that can turn his eyes into a Fountain of tears,
if this doth it not? when a man weighs with himself, that he hath grieved the good Spirit of God, provoked so merciful a Saviour as Christ is, displeased so loving a Father as God hath been to him, that he hath sinned against the experience and effects of Mercy, against the reluctancy and checks of his own Conscience, against his own Vows and Resolutions to the contrary;
if this does it not? when a man weighs with himself, that he hath grieved the good Spirit of God, provoked so merciful a Saviour as christ is, displeased so loving a Father as God hath been to him, that he hath sinned against the experience and effects of Mercy, against the reluctancy and Checks of his own Conscience, against his own Vows and Resolutions to the contrary;
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Give us, we beseech thee, holy Father, the Springs above, and the Springs beneath; the Springs of the heart, and the Springs of the eyes, to weep bitterly and uncessantly for the sins of our Souls;
Give us, we beseech thee, holy Father, the Springs above, and the Springs beneath; the Springs of the heart, and the Springs of the eyes, to weep bitterly and uncessantly for the Sins of our Souls;
Nor ought it seeme strange that Gods visitation should produce effects so mainly different, since the very same meat in a wholesome body, turns to pure and solid nourishment, which in a distemper'd stomacke encreaseth the malignant humour there predominant.
Nor ought it seem strange that God's Visitation should produce effects so mainly different, since the very same meat in a wholesome body, turns to pure and solid nourishment, which in a distempered stomach increases the malignant humour there predominant.
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when others of known abilities are kept low? In regard of this seeming confusion in the dispensing of earthly moveables, the Stoiques Dream'd all things to be governed by Fate, or Distiny;
when Others of known abilities Are kept low? In regard of this seeming confusion in the dispensing of earthly movables, the Stoics Dreamed all things to be governed by Fate, or Destiny;
To this end, I 〈 ◊ 〉 the Almighty, form the light, and create the darkness, Esay 45. This was Typified in Ezechiels vision, chap. 1. For when he saw the Majesty of God after the appearance of a Man, there were four Wheels which moved before him, thereby signifying there's nothing done within the compass of the round world,
To this end, I 〈 ◊ 〉 the Almighty, from the Light, and create the darkness, Isaiah 45. This was Typified in Ezechiels vision, chap. 1. For when he saw the Majesty of God After the appearance of a Man, there were four Wheels which moved before him, thereby signifying there's nothing done within the compass of the round world,
Indeed we read, chap. 19. v. 1. of Job, there came a great wind from the Wilderness, which so smote the four corners of the house, where Iob's Children were Feasting, that it fell on them to their ruine:
Indeed we read, chap. 19. v. 1. of Job, there Come a great wind from the Wilderness, which so smote the four corners of the house, where Iob's Children were Feasting, that it fell on them to their ruin:
but the Psalmist declares it is the Lord which brings the winds out of his treasures, Psal. 135.7. Doth David's enemies compass round about to devour his Soul like a Lion that is greedy of his prey? Psal. 17.5.
but the Psalmist declares it is the Lord which brings the winds out of his treasures, Psalm 135.7. Does David's enemies compass round about to devour his Soul like a lion that is greedy of his prey? Psalm 17.5.
Whereas we read, Psal. 2. Osculamini filium, kiss the Son (i.) do honour and homage to the Son of God, some render it apprehendite disciplinam, apprehend his discipline, obey his ordinances, submit to his corrections:
Whereas we read, Psalm 2. Osculamini Son, kiss the Son (i.) do honour and homage to the Son of God, Some render it Apprehendite Disciplinam, apprehend his discipline, obey his ordinances, submit to his corrections:
there's no passage form interrupted joyes on earth, to those permanent felicities which are above. For the way we must tread is spred with thorns, not roses;
there's no passage from interrupted Joys on earth, to those permanent felicities which Are above. For the Way we must tread is spread with thorns, not roses;
ought not we to take the like pains, and so follow him? You would think it a strange Soloecism, that the General should lead the way with sighs and groans,
ought not we to take the like pains, and so follow him? You would think it a strange Solecism, that the General should led the Way with sighs and groans,
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What then if our heavenly Father suffer us to be torn and rent asunder? It is the better to fit us for that heavenly Robe, that our mortality may the easier put on Immortality,
What then if our heavenly Father suffer us to be torn and rend asunder? It is the better to fit us for that heavenly Robe, that our mortality may the Easier put on Immortality,
It cannot then be, that Christ should so much neglect his own Champions, as to leave them softned and broken with sloth, who are to wrestle not with men or beasts,
It cannot then be, that christ should so much neglect his own Champions, as to leave them softened and broken with sloth, who Are to wrestle not with men or beasts,
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Ierom is peremptory, Non potes transire à delitiis ad delitias, we must not think to pass from the delights of this world directly and immediately to the joyes of the next.
Jerom is peremptory, Non potes transire à delitiis ad delitias, we must not think to pass from the delights of this world directly and immediately to the Joys of the next.
And so vvhen Moses savv it pleased God to talke familiarly with him, he could not contain himself from further presumtion, but enters into these vvords;
And so when Moses saw it pleased God to talk familiarly with him, he could not contain himself from further presumption, but enters into these words;
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I beseech thee shew me thy Glory, Exod. 33. To humble us then, and to bring us to the knovvledge of our selves, vve are made vveak, our bones are oft vex'd,
I beseech thee show me thy Glory, Exod 33. To humble us then, and to bring us to the knowledge of our selves, we Are made weak, our bones Are oft vexed,
Psal. 36. But this manifold kindness, which he extends to all indifferently, is so short of that special love wherewith he embraceth the elect in Christ, that when Saint Paul comes to consider it, he raiseth his stile,
Psalm 36. But this manifold kindness, which he extends to all indifferently, is so short of that special love wherewith he Embraceth the elect in christ, that when Saint Paul comes to Consider it, he Raiseth his style,
Hence is it that the Psalmist compares it to the love of a Father, the Prophet Esay prefers it before the tender bowels of a Mother, and the Apostle in the NONLATINALPHABET of the Text confirms this singular and superabundant love of God.
Hence is it that the Psalmist compares it to the love of a Father, the Prophet Isaiah prefers it before the tender bowels of a Mother, and the Apostle in the of the Text confirms this singular and superabundant love of God.
For NONLATINALPHABET, is derived from NONLATINALPHABET vald•, and NONLATINALPHABET, acquiesco; which instructs us, that God in the love of his Church finds a complacency,
For, is derived from vald•, and, Acquiesce; which instructs us, that God in the love of his Church finds a complacency,
or wellpleasingness, an oblectation, delight, or contentment. According to that in Zephany 3.17. The Lord will quiet himself in the love of his Church, he will rejoyce over her with joy.
or wellpleasingness, an oblectation, delight, or contentment. According to that in Zephany 3.17. The Lord will quiet himself in the love of his Church, he will rejoice over her with joy.
And thus those who are Gods Pensioners, enriched with his continual favours, are chosen to be his Triarii, his couragious and constant Souldiers in the Church Militant;
And thus those who Are God's Pensioners, enriched with his continual favours, Are chosen to be his Triarii, his courageous and constant Soldiers in the Church Militant;
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who when they are bruised and crushed in the outward man, are yet so sound in the Inner man, that like a firm Tower they stand unshaken for all the Devils battery.
who when they Are Bruised and crushed in the outward man, Are yet so found in the Inner man, that like a firm Tower they stand unshaken for all the Devils battery.
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To these are committed the hardest and most dangerous exploits, & so they cannot but count themselves honoured by the Lord of Hosts, who elects and esteems them worthy for the noblest enterprises. This is no new art:
To these Are committed the Hardest and most dangerous exploits, & so they cannot but count themselves honoured by the Lord of Hosts, who elects and esteems them worthy for the Noblest enterprises. This is no new art:
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for if we run over the list of Saints from the beginning of the World, we shall finde God adopts none but such as know how to be Wretched. In the first of daies, rather then righteous Abel shall not suffer, a Brother will be his executioner.
for if we run over the list of Saints from the beginning of the World, we shall find God adopts none but such as know how to be Wretched. In the First of days, rather then righteous Abel shall not suffer, a Brother will be his executioner.
Is not Jacob persecuted by Esau, as if affliction came by inheritance? Is not Joseph also sold by his Brethren? Moses no sooner leaves the Court of Pharaoh, but the world leaves him:
Is not Jacob persecuted by Esau, as if affliction Come by inheritance? Is not Joseph also sold by his Brothers? Moses no sooner leaves the Court of Pharaoh, but the world leaves him:
what armies of mischief begirt him, when once it appeared he made religion his profession? David a man after Gods own heart, fought as many Battles with afflictions as with the enemies of Israel. The pursuit of a cruel Master, the unnatural rebellion of a Son, the apostacy of friends,
what armies of mischief begirt him, when once it appeared he made Religion his profession? David a man After God's own heart, fought as many Battles with afflictions as with the enemies of Israel. The pursuit of a cruel Master, the unnatural rebellion of a Son, the apostasy of Friends,
and his own foul enormities, were means quick enough to keep him from worldly content, and to ranke him in the first place with those, who became Worthies by affliction.
and his own foul enormities, were means quick enough to keep him from worldly content, and to rank him in the First place with those, who became Worthies by affliction.
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and to conclude, what corner of the world is not made famous by the several martyrdomes of the Apostles? So that I may truly call tribulation the Physick of good men, which keeps them from the surfet of Spiritual pride,
and to conclude, what corner of the world is not made famous by the several martyrdoms of the Apostles? So that I may truly call tribulation the Physic of good men, which keeps them from the surfeit of Spiritual pride,
and severely smart under his Rod, they are brought to an acknowledgment of their sins, from which they might think themselves free, did not some chastisement put them in mind of their desert.
and severely smart under his Rod, they Are brought to an acknowledgment of their Sins, from which they might think themselves free, did not Some chastisement put them in mind of their desert.
So Satan objected against Iob, that he loved God because he gained by him, Iob 1. But affliction makes it appear, that their worship is not grounded upon temporal respects,
So Satan objected against Job, that he loved God Because he gained by him, Job 1. But affliction makes it appear, that their worship is not grounded upon temporal respects,
and are so far from tying their duties to his outward respects, that in a down-cast estate they can renounce themselves for him, who by withdrawing his hand seemes quite to have forsaken them.
and Are so Far from tying their duties to his outward respects, that in a downcast estate they can renounce themselves for him, who by withdrawing his hand seems quite to have forsaken them.
Again, should Christians want afflictions, their virtue would want matter to feed upon; and like an active fire sadly decay, if the fuel be once substracted.
Again, should Christians want afflictions, their virtue would want matter to feed upon; and like an active fire sadly decay, if the fuel be once substracted.
Should they continually enjoy an interrupted felicity, what would become of their fortitude, humility, patience, which had they not an Adversary to grapple with, would be buried in sluggishness? No Rose springs without a thorn;
Should they continually enjoy an interrupted felicity, what would become of their fortitude, humility, patience, which had they not an Adversary to grapple with, would be buried in sluggishness? No Rose springs without a thorn;
Are not the hottest Spices brayed in a Mortar, that they may yeild a more fragrant smell? And do they not press the fairest and ripest Grapes, to bring forth their sweetest juice? Ripe and full Ears are smitten with the Flail, to beat the corn out of them,
are not the hottest Spices brayed in a Mortar, that they may yield a more fragrant smell? And do they not press the Fairest and Ripest Grapes, to bring forth their Sweetest juice? Ripe and full Ears Are smitten with the Flail, to beatrice the corn out of them,
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Whereupon Saint Iohn professeth, chap. 16. In mundo pressuram habebitis: though ye be Gods chosen, ye shall have pressures and grievances in this world, that God may be glorified amidst your cheerful suffrings.
Whereupon Saint John Professes, chap. 16. In mundo pressuram habebitis: though you be God's chosen, you shall have pressures and grievances in this world, that God may be glorified amid your cheerful sufferings.
but where hope of amendment may encourage his proceedings, bitter potions are there administred, and the intemperate longings of an unruly appetite most severely curbed:
but where hope of amendment may encourage his proceedings, bitter potions Are there administered, and the intemperate longings of an unruly appetite most severely curbed:
The beasts which are ordained for Slaughter, we permit freely to range in the fruitfullest pastures, little regarding the extraordinary thriving of those we accustome to Labour.
The beasts which Are ordained for Slaughter, we permit freely to range in the fruitfullest pastures, little regarding the extraordinary thriving of those we accustom to Labour.
since his Chastisements are effects of his love, the last part, by way of Consequence? The Lord chastens whom he loves, therefore submit to his Chastisements.
since his Chastisements Are effects of his love, the last part, by Way of Consequence? The Lord chastens whom he loves, Therefore submit to his Chastisements.
Saint Austen answered, Now surely their case were miserable, if they could be carried any whither ubi Creatorem suum non invenirent, where they might not find their Creators loving Protection.
Saint Austen answered, Now surely their case were miserable, if they could be carried any whither ubi Creator suum non invenirent, where they might not find their Creators loving Protection.
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Hereupon Saint Paul accounts his afflictions no less then the very dying of the Lord Jesus, that the life also of Jesus might be made manifest in his and our body, 2 Cor. 4.10. Indeed, when I recount all his sufferings, and peruse the large Catalogue of them under his own hand, 2 Cor. 11. In labours more abundant, in stripes above measure, in prisons more plenteously;
Hereupon Saint Paul accounts his afflictions no less then the very dying of the Lord jesus, that the life also of jesus might be made manifest in his and our body, 2 Cor. 4.10. Indeed, when I recount all his sufferings, and peruse the large Catalogue of them under his own hand, 2 Cor. 11. In labours more abundant, in stripes above measure, in prisons more plenteously;
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Good God! how many men, how many holy Pauls seem there to be presented to me? is it possible one man should sustain an army of afflictions? or, that one soul should encounter so many Crosses? Yes, what cannot he endure as Christs Beloved? what cannot he do in the power of him that doth all things? in the Vertue of Christs Death, Saint Paul can tire and weary out his Torments.
Good God! how many men, how many holy Paul's seem there to be presented to me? is it possible one man should sustain an army of afflictions? or, that one soul should encounter so many Crosses? Yes, what cannot he endure as Christ beloved? what cannot he do in the power of him that does all things? in the Virtue of Christ Death, Saint Paul can tire and weary out his Torments.
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Hence it is, that the Primitive Martyrs looked on Tyrants, Lyons, Devils, with undaunted Countenances, walked through Gaols, Gives and Hells, without startling;
Hence it is, that the Primitive Martyrs looked on Tyrants, Lyons, Devils, with undaunted Countenances, walked through Gaols, Gives and Hells, without startling;
If he put them to the Sword, they embraced that as an occasion of everlasting victory, being fully perswaded that Death would be to them an entrance to Life, and a passage to Immortality.
If he put them to the Sword, they embraced that as an occasion of everlasting victory, being Fully persuaded that Death would be to them an Entrance to Life, and a passage to Immortality.
They remembred to their Consolation, that when Steven was stoned, he saw Heaven opened, and Christ at the right hand of his Father, ready to receive him.
They remembered to their Consolation, that when Steven was stoned, he saw Heaven opened, and christ At the right hand of his Father, ready to receive him.
and so, recording Gods unchangeable promises, they reckon all the perplexities of this life, and the extremities of death it self, to be but as Elisha's fiery Chariot to carry them to Heaven,
and so, recording God's unchangeable promises, they reckon all the perplexities of this life, and the extremities of death it self, to be but as Elisha's fiery Chariot to carry them to Heaven,
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as Amos phraseth it, sending affliction in the midst of thy prosperity; if poverty come upon thee like an armed man, startle not at it; if naked, be not dejected;
as Amos Phraseth it, sending affliction in the midst of thy Prosperity; if poverty come upon thee like an armed man, startle not At it; if naked, be not dejected;
and to be cloathed with change of rayment, Zach. 3. The more destitute you are, the more conformable you are to the Author and Finisher of your Faith, who, at his birth, had no better Cradle then a Cratch;
and to be clothed with change of raiment, Zach 3. The more destitute you Are, the more conformable you Are to the Author and Finisher of your Faith, who, At his birth, had no better Cradle then a Cratch;
for all his Graces and Labours, is hated, and esteemed an enemy by his own Galatians; and yet, not long before, they were ready to pull out their eyes to do him service.
for all his Graces and Labours, is hated, and esteemed an enemy by his own Galatians; and yet, not long before, they were ready to pull out their eyes to do him service.
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Is thy good name blasted with the malignant gusts of detraction? Behold, saith the Prophet, Isaiah the eighth, I, and the Children whom the Lord gave me, are as signes and wonders in Israel;
Is thy good name blasted with the malignant gusts of detraction? Behold, Says the Prophet, Isaiah the eighth, I, and the Children whom the Lord gave me, Are as Signs and wonders in Israel;
What remains then, but that in the extremity of all Outrages, which can be committed against our upright dealings, we earnestly endeavor to obtain a firm perswasion of Gods special Favour to our innocent persons;
What remains then, but that in the extremity of all Outrages, which can be committed against our upright dealings, we earnestly endeavour to obtain a firm persuasion of God's special Favour to our innocent Persons;
the loss of their Children had so imbittered the People, that they talk'd of stoning David, verse 6. yet, saith the Text, He encouraged himself in the Lord his God;
the loss of their Children had so imbittered the People, that they talked of stoning David, verse 6. yet, Says the Text, He encouraged himself in the Lord his God;
he comforted his heart in the spring of comfort, steel'd and confirmed it with this Conclusion, That the Lord of Hosts, the God of the Armies of Israel, was more able to help him,
he comforted his heart in the spring of Comfort, steeled and confirmed it with this Conclusion, That the Lord of Hosts, the God of the Armies of Israel, was more able to help him,
2 Cor. chap. 7. vers. 1. Having therefore these Promises, dearly Beloved, let us cleanse our selves from all filthiness of the Flesh and Spirit, perfecting Holiness in the fear of God.
2 Cor. chap. 7. vers. 1. Having Therefore these Promises, dearly beloved, let us cleanse our selves from all filthiness of the Flesh and Spirit, perfecting Holiness in the Fear of God.
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EVery Christian consists of a double person, a carnal and a spiritual; both which are compounded of so diverse and contrary Elements, that though they are joyned in the same Breast,
EVery Christian consists of a double person, a carnal and a spiritual; both which Are compounded of so diverse and contrary Elements, that though they Are joined in the same Breast,
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and are made Heirs of Gods promises in Christ. The better to prevaile, the antecedent part of my Text removes the evil; the conclusion perswades to perfection.
and Are made Heirs of God's promises in christ. The better to prevail, the antecedent part of my Text removes the evil; the conclusion persuades to perfection.
for it is not Apostolical, if we quote a Text to usher in a Libel. Hath Saint Paul a Doctrine to be setled in the mindes of a multitude? Is he to pierce a heart that is sealed up with hardness? his Pen lyes not steep'd in Wormwood, he comes not in a Tempest or Earthquake;
for it is not Apostolical, if we quote a Text to usher in a Libel. Hath Saint Paul a Doctrine to be settled in the minds of a multitude? Is he to pierce a heart that is sealed up with hardness? his Pen lies not steeped in Wormwood, he comes not in a Tempest or Earthquake;
but in a modest, quiet, and mild temper, sweetning his words, and preparing their Ears with I BESEECH you Brethren, by the mercies of God, Rom. 12. I Paul my self BESEECH you by the meekness and gentleness of Christ, 2 Cor. 10. As an embassadour of God, I BESEECH you in Christs stead, that ye be reconciled to him, 2 Cor. 5. And seeing we have these promises, DEARLY BELOVED, let us cleanse our selves.
but in a modest, quiet, and mild temper, sweetening his words, and preparing their Ears with I BESEECH you Brothers, by the Mercies of God, Rom. 12. I Paul my self BESEECH you by the meekness and gentleness of christ, 2 Cor. 10. As an ambassador of God, I BESEECH you in Christ stead, that you be reconciled to him, 2 Cor. 5. And seeing we have these promises, DEARLY BELOVED, let us cleanse our selves.
God the Son, figur'd himself not as a Tyger, but a Lamb; God the Holy-Ghost, appeared not in the shape of a Vulture, but a Dove. Leo the great, gives the reason, Plus agat cohortatio quàm Commotio, Plus charitas quàm potestas:
God the Son, figured himself not as a Tiger, but a Lamb; God the Holy ghost, appeared not in the shape of a Vulture, but a Dove. Leo the great, gives the reason, Plus agat cohortatio quàm Commotio, Plus charitas quàm potestas:
So that captare benevolentiam, to work a mans self into the good liking of his Auditors, is a rule not onely prescribed for the Orator, but Divine too.
So that Capture benevolentiam, to work a men self into the good liking of his Auditors, is a Rule not only prescribed for the Orator, but Divine too.
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The case is the same in both, because if they like not the Man, they will not care for the Matter. Wherefore Saint Paul doth not mean we should speak slovingly,
The case is the same in both, Because if they like not the Man, they will not care for the Matter. Wherefore Saint Paul does not mean we should speak slovingly,
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for who sees not that an uncouth and bald expression, misshapes good matter, and in stead of edifying, deafs mens ears? The Apostle denyed, That by the strength of their own Eloquence, they had strength to win souls to Christ;
for who sees not that an uncouth and bald expression, mishaps good matter, and in stead of edifying, deafs men's ears? The Apostle denied, That by the strength of their own Eloquence, they had strength to win Souls to christ;
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It was prophesied long before he came, that all flesh should see the Salvation of God, Lev. 3. After he was come, the Apostles, at the day of Pentecost, were accommodated with all Tongues, that Christ, by them, should be conveyed to all Nations.
It was prophesied long before he Come, that all Flesh should see the Salvation of God, Lev. 3. After he was come, the Apostles, At the day of Pentecost, were accommodated with all Tongues, that christ, by them, should be conveyed to all nations.
If the Redeemer of Man-kind, when he saw us weltring in our own blood, drawing in corruption faster then our breath, had cast his saving Mantle short of the mark,
If the Redeemer of Mankind, when he saw us weltering in our own blood, drawing in corruption faster then our breath, had cast his Saving Mantle short of the mark,
But to prevent all querulous murmuring, it pleased our Saviour to be made a little lower then the Angels, that he might taste death for every man, Heb. 2.9.
But to prevent all querulous murmuring, it pleased our Saviour to be made a little lower then the Angels, that he might taste death for every man, Hebrew 2.9.
For he would have no man to perish, but that all should come to Repentance, 2 Pet. 3. not casting away any until there be no remedy; and that's chronicled too, 2 Chron. 36.13. So that their blood may be on their own heads, and destruction from themselves.
For he would have no man to perish, but that all should come to Repentance, 2 Pet. 3. not casting away any until there be no remedy; and that's chronicled too, 2 Chronicles 36.13. So that their blood may be on their own Heads, and destruction from themselves.
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unless it be them, the full measure of whose iniquity makes them desperately to cry out, What portion have we in David? we have no Inheritance, no part in him.
unless it be them, the full measure of whose iniquity makes them desperately to cry out, What portion have we in David? we have no Inheritance, no part in him.
Hence it is, that in the second to the Hebrews, he is said to take upon him the seed of Abraham. Our seed is apprehended, that part which is common to us all, that part where we began to transgress, that so the gift might not be personal, but redound to all.
Hence it is, that in the second to the Hebrews, he is said to take upon him the seed of Abraham. Our seed is apprehended, that part which is Common to us all, that part where we began to transgress, that so the gift might not be personal, but redound to all.
And therefore, though these promises in Christ are unfainedly proclaimed to All; yet, because not truly apprehended by All, the participation is not all alike.
And Therefore, though these promises in christ Are unfeignedly proclaimed to All; yet, Because not truly apprehended by All, the participation is not all alike.
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but if you reflect on the inestimable estimable benefit, that's found onely in the Elect. And why? The world lying in wickedness, would have none of it;
but if you reflect on the inestimable estimable benefit, that's found only in the Elect. And why? The world lying in wickedness, would have none of it;
so that in his sence, the Saviour of the world could not but affirm, that he came to save onely the sheep that were lost of the house of Israel, all others despising the riches of his Goodness.
so that in his sense, the Saviour of the world could not but affirm, that he Come to save only the sheep that were lost of the house of Israel, all Others despising the riches of his goodness.
Nevertheless, he dyed not altogether in vaine, though his Death proved not their Life, no more then he can be said in vain to have created to everlasting bliss, the Angels that fell;
Nevertheless, he died not altogether in vain, though his Death proved not their Life, no more then he can be said in vain to have created to everlasting bliss, the Angels that fell;
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and suffering death for the same cause, whereunto we all hold up our hands, and plead guilty, may truely, saith Prosper, be called the Redeemer of the world.
and suffering death for the same cause, whereunto we all hold up our hands, and plead guilty, may truly, Says Prosper, be called the Redeemer of the world.
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But in regard All do not taste the fruit of his passion, the benefit accrues to them, concerning whom it's written, That the Prince of this world is cast out;
But in regard All do not taste the fruit of his passion, the benefit accrues to them, Concerning whom it's written, That the Prince of this world is cast out;
then these few words, that we challenge an interest in these Promises. If entituled to Christ, where then is his Character? where's the Discipline of Christ? Superficial sanctity,
then these few words, that we challenge an Interest in these Promises. If entitled to christ, where then is his Character? where's the Discipline of christ? Superficial sanctity,
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and titular respects, make us no better then some Apothecaries Boxes, whose glorious inscriptions, and varnished out-sides, are inwardly stored with nothing but hypocrisie and emptiness.
and titular respects, make us no better then Some Apothecaries Boxes, whose glorious inscriptions, and varnished outsides, Are inwardly stored with nothing but hypocrisy and emptiness.
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VVho would have thought that the Red-Sea could have been divided? the weak water, which is moved with a Feather, should serve as a pavement to walk upon? that the Snn should stay his Course,
Who would have Thought that the Red sea could have been divided? the weak water, which is moved with a Feather, should serve as a pavement to walk upon? that the sun should stay his Course,
These promises, are special Promises; God rules us not as Pharaoh ruled Israel, with a Rod of Iron, toyling them in their task of Brick, and allowing no Straw;
These promises, Are special Promises; God rules us not as Pharaoh ruled Israel, with a Rod of Iron, toiling them in their task of Brick, and allowing no Straw;
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nay, when the heavy Mandate to kill and sacrifice his onely son Isaac, did seem to contradict the promise, That in Isaac all the Nations should be blessed;
nay, when the heavy Mandate to kill and sacrifice his only son Isaac, did seem to contradict the promise, That in Isaac all the nations should be blessed;
yet the Patriarch believes beyond all impossibilities, resting on this sure foundation, and unmoveable, Faithful is he which promiseth, Heb. 10. And thus the true seed of Abraham, do not stagger at the horror of their separation,
yet the Patriarch believes beyond all impossibilities, resting on this sure Foundation, and Unmovable, Faithful is he which promises, Hebrew 10. And thus the true seed of Abraham, do not stagger At the horror of their separation,
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they anchor and fasten on this ground, All these promises are certain, they are yea and Amen. In the horror of the Grave, they are the seed of Immortality, which is sown with us,
they anchor and fasten on this ground, All these promises Are certain, they Are yea and Amen. In the horror of the Grave, they Are the seed of Immortality, which is sown with us,
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To this end he stretcheth out his hands all the day long, sends forth his messengers early and late, to convince sinners, to terrifie and shame them out of their sinful courses.
To this end he Stretcheth out his hands all the day long, sends forth his messengers early and late, to convince Sinners, to terrify and shame them out of their sinful courses.
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Why will ye dye, O house of Israel? Is there no hope? will ye not return? will nothing prevaile with you? no means? no promises of saving mercies? no threatnings? no judgements? will ye not enter into Covenant with me? why will ye not? Why will ye dye, O house of Israel? So in the sixth of Micah, and the third, O my people, what have I done unto thee? and wherein have I wearied thee? come and testifie against me.
Why will you die, Oh house of Israel? Is there no hope? will you not return? will nothing prevail with you? no means? no promises of Saving Mercies? no threatenings? no Judgments? will you not enter into Covenant with me? why will you not? Why will you die, Oh house of Israel? So in the sixth of micah, and the third, Oh my people, what have I done unto thee? and wherein have I wearied thee? come and testify against me.
And what is there in all this, that makes you so unwilling to lay down your weapons of Rebellion, that ye have taken up against me? And lest some should charge God foolishly, that his promises are but shadows,
And what is there in all this, that makes you so unwilling to lay down your weapons of Rebellion, that you have taken up against me? And lest Some should charge God foolishly, that his promises Are but shadows,
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And therefore, when Saint James calls him The Father of Lights, he presently adds the propriety of the Sun, that fountain of Light, with whom is no variableness, nor shadow of change.
And Therefore, when Saint James calls him The Father of Lights, he presently adds the propriety of the Sun, that fountain of Light, with whom is no variableness, nor shadow of change.
All the Levitical cleanness under the Law, the washing of the Priests, cleansing of the people, of the Altar, the Temple, the Gates and Entrances of their Houses;
All the Levitical cleanness under the Law, the washing of the Priests, cleansing of the people, of the Altar, the Temple, the Gates and Entrances of their Houses;
What were they, but so many mysteries of their purifying from the turpitude and deformity of sin? God requires the same of us in substance, which was prefigured in these Ceremonies. The Altar is our heart;
What were they, but so many Mysteres of their purifying from the turpitude and deformity of since? God requires the same of us in substance, which was prefigured in these Ceremonies. The Altar is our heart;
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the People and Gates, are we here assembled, whom of no people, he hath made a people, that we should be holy as he is holy, sanctifying our Affections and Actions, which are the Gates and Doors through which the Spirit of Grace is to go in and out.
the People and Gates, Are we Here assembled, whom of no people, he hath made a people, that we should be holy as he is holy, sanctifying our Affections and Actions, which Are the Gates and Doors through which the Spirit of Grace is to go in and out.
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they are not Ficulnus, inutile lignum, like the Image of Baal, and the Stump of Dagon; they will not suffer the Graces they have received, to sleep in them,
they Are not Ficulnus, inutile lignum, like the Image of Baal, and the Stump of Dagon; they will not suffer the Graces they have received, to sleep in them,
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arise, thou that sleepest, unfold thy hands, and gird they self to the Battle: behold, thy Enemy hath entrenched thee, thy flesh hath compassed in thy soul;
arise, thou that Sleepest, unfold thy hands, and gird they self to the Battle: behold, thy Enemy hath entrenched thee, thy Flesh hath compassed in thy soul;
The world is full of cleansing and scouring the spots and stains it findes, but the spight is, it works not on the right Object, Our selves. Men run with open Mouths to reprehend the sayings, and to reform the deeds of others;
The world is full of cleansing and scouring the spots and stains it finds, but the spite is, it works not on the right Object, Our selves. Men run with open Mouths to reprehend the sayings, and to reform the Deeds of Others;
they think their tongues too backward in uttering what they have coriceived, and under colour of rectifying and reducing each aberration to the primitive integrity.
they think their tongues too backward in uttering what they have coriceived, and under colour of rectifying and reducing each aberration to the primitive integrity.
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How many are the corruptions exalted against obedience to be subdued? how many infirmities to be bewailed? But it is the distemperature of mindes discontented at any thing present, to be alwaies discussing what they observe without, seldome or never taking a diligent survey of their own weaknesses that are within.
How many Are the corruptions exalted against Obedience to be subdued? how many infirmities to be bewailed? But it is the distemperature of minds discontented At any thing present, to be always discussing what they observe without, seldom or never taking a diligent survey of their own Weaknesses that Are within.
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It shall be our care to dive into our own breasts, to sit in the Watch-tower of our own hearts, viewing and rectifying the relapses and declinations of our selves.
It shall be our care to dive into our own breasts, to fit in the Watchtower of our own hearts, viewing and rectifying the relapses and declinations of our selves.
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what a joy will it be, that we should be guilty of Goodness, and be made to commit Charity? Thus the Disciples of Christ knew nothing of the State, they studied themselves, saying, Master, is it I? Mat. 26. Not, Master, is it He? The disciples of Saint John ask, Master, what shall we do? not, What shall they do? We must obey some, hear others, love all, cleanse our selves.
what a joy will it be, that we should be guilty of goodness, and be made to commit Charity? Thus the Disciples of christ knew nothing of the State, they studied themselves, saying, Master, is it I? Mathew 26. Not, Master, is it He? The Disciples of Saint John ask, Master, what shall we do? not, What shall they do? We must obey Some, hear Others, love all, cleanse our selves.
Peter therefore, when he would be smattering in beloved John 's affairs, receives from our Saviour no other answer but this, What is that to thee? Joh. 21. It may be that sharp reproof made St. Peter give charge against busie medlers, as against theft and murther:
Peter Therefore, when he would be smattering in Beloved John is affairs, receives from our Saviour no other answer but this, What is that to thee? John 21. It may be that sharp reproof made Saint Peter give charge against busy meddlers, as against theft and murder:
And thus, having endeavoured to purge out this Itch of Curiosity, which, like a troublesome Thorn, lay in the way, our passage will be more clear from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, which is the task, together with the parts and faculties infected. You see my Matter;
And thus, having endeavoured to purge out this Itch of Curiosity, which, like a troublesome Thorn, lay in the Way, our passage will be more clear from all filthiness of the Flesh and Spirit, which is the task, together with the parts and faculties infected. You see my Matter;
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and again wash us through from the pollution of the flesh and spirit. 1 Thes 5. Now the very God of peace sanctifie us throughout, in spirit, soul and body,
and again wash us through from the pollution of the Flesh and Spirit. 1 These 5. Now the very God of peace sanctify us throughout, in Spirit, soul and body,
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In the sixteenth of Ezekiel, it's compared to the pollution of a new born Child. In the thirty sixth Chapter, the same Prophet likens it to the impurity of a removed woman. In the first of John, to the rottenness of man in his grave. David, viewing the deformity of his sins, roars for the disquietness of his heart, findes no rest in his bones;
In the sixteenth of Ezekielem, it's compared to the pollution of a new born Child. In the thirty sixth Chapter, the same Prophet likens it to the impurity of a removed woman. In the First of John, to the rottenness of man in his grave. David, viewing the deformity of his Sins, roars for the disquietness of his heart, finds no rest in his bones;
which made him implore the Lord to cover them, and blot them all quite out. It is too manifest, that many harbor some one corrupt affection as their darling;
which made him implore the Lord to cover them, and blot them all quite out. It is too manifest, that many harbour Some one corrupt affection as their darling;
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This party, and delicate obedience, supplicates to God for a dispensation in Naaman 's form: When I bow my knee to Rimmon, said he; to Mammon, saith the Covetous; to Bacchus, saith the Riotous; to Venus, saith the Libidinous; to Mars, saith the Furious;
This party, and delicate Obedience, supplicates to God for a Dispensation in Naaman is from: When I bow my knee to Rimmon, said he; to Mammon, Says the Covetous; to Bacchus, Says the Riotous; to Venus, Says the Libidinous; to Mars, Says the Furious;
for he considers, if we leave but one inlet of out souls open to folly, Satan, that old Serpent, who lyes in ambush for all advantages, may as well by that, creep in, to our perdion, as by many apparent breaches.
for he considers, if we leave but one inlet of out Souls open to folly, Satan, that old Serpent, who lies in ambush for all advantages, may as well by that, creep in, to our perdion, as by many apparent Breaches.
Hence it was, that Christ suffered exactly in every part, and rose again compleatly with all his parts, to shew that we also, who are Christs, should be throughly mortified to sin in all parts,
Hence it was, that christ suffered exactly in every part, and rose again completely with all his parts, to show that we also, who Are Christ, should be thoroughly mortified to since in all parts,
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For seeing the Almighty made every part and faculty of our bodies and souls, and used no partner in the work, he will never admit the Devil as a Cope-mate to part stakes with him;
For seeing the Almighty made every part and faculty of our bodies and Souls, and used no partner in the work, he will never admit the devil as a Cope-mate to part stakes with him;
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as the Romans expelled the whole Race of the Tarquins out of Rome. Our purgative therefore must be general, from ALL filthiness, and that of the flesh and spirit, which are the parts so much infected.
as the Romans expelled the Whole Raze of the Tarquins out of Room. Our purgative Therefore must be general, from ALL filthiness, and that of the Flesh and Spirit, which Are the parts so much infected.
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Our flesh is both our worst, and nearest enemy; and the worst, because our nearest. VVell may the whole life of Man be called a continual warfare here on Earth,
Our Flesh is both our worst, and nearest enemy; and the worst, Because our nearest. Well may the Whole life of Man be called a continual warfare Here on Earth,
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I cannot now wonder, that Saint Paul, as one amaz'd and much astonish'd, breaks forth into this passionate exclamation, Rom. 7. O wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from the body of this death? Seeing the Law of the Members hinders the good which we would do,
I cannot now wonder, that Saint Paul, as one amazed and much astonished, breaks forth into this passionate exclamation, Rom. 7. Oh wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from the body of this death? Seeing the Law of the Members hinders the good which we would do,
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As for those wrangling disputes, Whether the first motions of the flesh be formally or materially, properly or improperly sins, let them take their rest;
As for those wrangling disputes, Whither the First motions of the Flesh be formally or materially, properly or improperly Sins, let them take their rest;
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it's truly concluded on all sides, and every one must be abundantly sensible, that they are fomes peccati, the Matter, the Tinder, Womb of all ungodliness;
it's truly concluded on all sides, and every one must be abundantly sensible, that they Are fomes peccati, the Matter, the Tinder, Womb of all ungodliness;
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The heart being once defiled, vve yeild our members vveapons of uncleanness to uncleanness; so fruitful and teeming a Mother is the inbred Concupiscence of our inordinate Nature.
The heart being once defiled, we yield our members weapons of uncleanness to uncleanness; so fruitful and teeming a Mother is the inbred Concupiscence of our inordinate Nature.
Tvvo main enemies to this Act of Renovation, or cleansing the lusts and vicious habits of the flesh and spirit, are intemperate Eating, and immoderate Drinking.
Tvvo main enemies to this Act of Renovation, or cleansing the Lustiest and vicious habits of the Flesh and Spirit, Are intemperate Eating, and immoderate Drinking.
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For what is a Clutton, but Qui mensuram stomachi non novit, who delights in nothing but eating and drinking? Would you know why the Sunday is better known to the Drunkard by the Ale-house,
For what is a Clutton, but Qui mensuram stomachi non Novit, who delights in nothing but eating and drinking? Would you know why the Sunday is better known to the Drunkard by the Alehouse,
The better to prevent the like incursions upon the whole man, the Forts and bulwarks of the soul, the exterior senses, are to be well manned and kept safe.
The better to prevent the like incursions upon the Whole man, the Forts and bulwarks of the soul, the exterior Senses, Are to be well manned and kept safe.
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because we delight to speak of those things whereof we delight to hear. Hence is it ' that the Tale-teller, and the Tale-receiver, are of as near confederacy,
Because we delight to speak of those things whereof we delight to hear. Hence is it ' that the Taleteller, and the Tale-receiver, Are of as near confederacy,
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It may be questioned, whether ever sin had took footing in the world, had it not crept in by the windows of the eye? That which first induced Eve to taste the forbidden Fruit, was this:
It may be questioned, whither ever since had took footing in the world, had it not crept in by the windows of the eye? That which First induced Eve to taste the forbidden Fruit, was this:
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VVho knows not that Davids eyes were a burning-glass to set both body and soul in Combustion? For collecting the beams of Bathsheba 's shining beauty, he was set on fire with that was precious in her.
Who knows not that Davids eyes were a burning-glass to Set both body and soul in Combustion? For collecting the beams of Bathsheba is shining beauty, he was Set on fire with that was precious in her.
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And though it was Seneca 's reproof, an Apostle might have owned it, Etiam oculis gulost sunt; it may be truely said, that, in some sense, there is gluttony in the eye.
And though it was Senecca is reproof, an Apostle might have owned it, Etiam oculis gulost sunt; it may be truly said, that, in Some sense, there is gluttony in the eye.
and withal, the Instruments of Generation, do instantly convey the Species or Impressions of sinful imaginations from the Parent to the Child, whereby all the faculties are suddenly depraved.
and withal, the Instruments of Generation, do instantly convey the Species or Impressions of sinful Imaginations from the Parent to the Child, whereby all the faculties Are suddenly depraved.
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and therefore the Imposthumation must be launc'd, the cure must be endeavoured. The first turpitude of the Spirit, which comes to be cleansed, is Pride.
and Therefore the Impostumation must be lanced, the cure must be endeavoured. The First turpitude of the Spirit, which comes to be cleansed, is Pride.
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They then that are sibi ipsis suffeni, smoothers to themselves, forgetting their Nature and their Maker, must know this, Homo esse perdidit, quia se ultra hominem estimavit;
They then that Are sibi Ipse suffeni, smothers to themselves, forgetting their Nature and their Maker, must know this, Homo esse perdidit, quia se ultra hominem estimavit;
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then they concealed his Name, Hic Homo, this FELLOW doth many Miracles, John 11. But when they wrote the Title of his faigned Crime upon the Cross, there most maliciously they published his Name.
then they concealed his Name, Hic Homo, this FELLOW does many Miracles, John 11. But when they wrote the Title of his feigned Crime upon the Cross, there most maliciously they published his Name.
The safer to steer our course amidst these corruptions of the flesh and Spirit, Saint Paul, in the fifth to the Galatians, brings a Catalogue of spiritual fruits against the works of the flesh.
The safer to steer our course amid these corruptions of the Flesh and Spirit, Saint Paul, in the fifth to the Galatians, brings a Catalogue of spiritual fruits against the works of the Flesh.
in which fruits, if ye abide, ye shall never fall, but be partakers of the Divine Nature, having escaped the pollutions which are in the world, through lusts, 1 Peter, Epist. 2. But this is not all;
in which fruits, if you abide, you shall never fallen, but be partakers of the Divine Nature, having escaped the pollutions which Are in the world, through Lustiest, 1 Peter, Epistle 2. But this is not all;
for unless these thoughts be purified, there will be no progress in goodness, no perfecting of holiness in the fear of God, the last and best part, it being the NONLATINALPHABET, the top and the complement of all our Perfection.
for unless these thoughts be purified, there will be no progress in Goodness, no perfecting of holiness in the Fear of God, the last and best part, it being the, the top and the compliment of all our Perfection.
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After our Mortification, we must not stay there, as Israel did at the foot of the hill, Exod. 19. but with Moses, ascend into the Mount of God, and improve our holiness.
After our Mortification, we must not stay there, as Israel did At the foot of the hill, Exod 19. but with Moses, ascend into the Mount of God, and improve our holiness.
Boast not then of thy undaunted Faith, unmoveable Grace, for if thou dost not long and endeavour to be encreased in Faith, and furthered in Sanctification;
Boast not then of thy undaunted Faith, Unmovable Grace, for if thou dost not long and endeavour to be increased in Faith, and furthered in Sanctification;
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I am predestinated to life, and so what matters my endeavour, I am sure to be saved? For while we are Viatores, Passengers on the way, it's good providence to fear as well as to hope.
I am predestinated to life, and so what matters my endeavour, I am sure to be saved? For while we Are Viatores, Passengers on the Way, it's good providence to Fear as well as to hope.
In the twenty fourth of the Acts, he avows to the face of his most quick-sighted Adversaries, that he truly worshipped the God of his Fathers, believing all things in the Law and the Prophets, had hope in the resurrection of the dead,
In the twenty fourth of the Acts, he avows to the face of his most quick-sighted Adversaries, that he truly worshipped the God of his Father's, believing all things in the Law and the prophets, had hope in the resurrection of the dead,
and laboured to keep a clear Conscience towards God and Man. In the twentieth of the Acts, he takes the Elders of the Pharisees to witness after what manner he had lived with them at all seasons, serving the Lord with all humility, and with many tears;
and laboured to keep a clear Conscience towards God and Man. In the twentieth of the Acts, he Takes the Elders of the Pharisees to witness After what manner he had lived with them At all seasons, serving the Lord with all humility, and with many tears;
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When he was now ready to be offered up, and the time of his departing was at hand, his Conscience could give him this Testimony, I have fought a good fight,
When he was now ready to be offered up, and the time of his departing was At hand, his Conscience could give him this Testimony, I have fought a good fight,
And yet notwithstanding all this his righteousness, in the third to the Philippians he confesseth he hath not attained to that perfection of Grace he ought to labour for.
And yet notwithstanding all this his righteousness, in the third to the Philippians he Confesses he hath not attained to that perfection of Grace he ought to labour for.
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But if not Saint Paul, then who may pharisaically think himself perfect, or as the Angel of Laodicea, wanting nothing? If any should dare thus to over-value his borrowed Talents, he will shew a braine as empty of understanding, as a heart of Devotion.
But if not Saint Paul, then who may Pharisaically think himself perfect, or as the Angel of Laodicea, wanting nothing? If any should Dare thus to overvalue his borrowed Talents, he will show a brain as empty of understanding, as a heart of Devotion.
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They magnifie the arm of flesh, more then reason will admit, who, because they finde some passages in Scripture concerning the innocency, justice and perfection of Gods Children, do simply infer, That every jot and punctilio of the Law may be fulfilled.
They magnify the arm of Flesh, more then reason will admit, who, Because they find Some passages in Scripture Concerning the innocency, Justice and perfection of God's Children, do simply infer, That every jot and punctilio of the Law may be fulfilled.
And therefore 'tis added, perfecting holiness in the fear of God. Holiness rooted in the fear of God, doth not mix with carnal respects; it is single, not mercenary; sincere, not counterfeit:
And Therefore it's added, perfecting holiness in the Fear of God. Holiness rooted in the Fear of God, does not mix with carnal respects; it is single, not mercenary; sincere, not counterfeit:
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That then we may not have our portion with Hypocrites, let our Hearts and Souls be purified with a sound Faith, bringing into Captivity every Thought to the Obedience of Christ, having our Mindes entirely sway'd with the Fear of God;
That then we may not have our portion with Hypocrites, let our Hearts and Souls be purified with a found Faith, bringing into Captivity every Thought to the obedience of christ, having our Minds entirely swayed with the fear of God;
Now the God of Peace, that brought againe from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, make you perfect in every good VVork to do his Will, that so you may be Partakers of a Glorious Inheritance among them, who have cleansed themselves throughly from ALL filthiness of the Flesh and Spirit,
Now the God of Peace, that brought again from the dead our Lord jesus christ, make you perfect in every good VVork to do his Will, that so you may be Partakers of a Glorious Inheritance among them, who have cleansed themselves thoroughly from ALL filthiness of the Flesh and Spirit,
THe Apostle having considered in the last words of the former Verse, how the Almighty looks on the high-minded as on his Opposites, whom he resists to the uttermost:
THe Apostle having considered in the last words of the former Verse, how the Almighty looks on the High-minded as on his Opposites, whom he resists to the uttermost:
In the former part of my Text, which is an Exhortation, there's an Act, the Act of humbling: the Object of that Act, your selves; humble your selves, not others: We have work enough at home,
In the former part of my Text, which is an Exhortation, there's an Act, the Act of humbling: the Object of that Act, your selves; humble your selves, not Others: We have work enough At home,
The order is expressed in the words which follow, under the mighty hand of God; Gods hand is mighty, therefore humble your selves under the mighty hand of God.
The order is expressed in the words which follow, under the mighty hand of God; God's hand is mighty, Therefore humble your selves under the mighty hand of God.
and in the close is set down the opportunity of the time, in DƲE time: Humble your selves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time.
and in the close is Set down the opportunity of the time, in DƲE time: Humble your selves Therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time.
In the precedent Verse, we are exhorted to deck our selves inwardly with lowliness. Indeed, our translation reads, Be cloth'd with humility; but the Original NONLATINALPHABET, signifies not simply clothing, but bedecking:
In the precedent Verse, we Are exhorted to deck our selves inwardly with lowliness. Indeed, our Translation reads, Be clothed with humility; but the Original, signifies not simply clothing, but bedecking:
John acknowledgeth he is not worthy to loose the Latchet of Christs Shooe, Luk. 3. he's made his Redeemers Baptist. The Centurion cries out, He is not worthy Christ should come under his roof, Mat. 8. his servant is restor'd to health:
John acknowledgeth he is not worthy to lose the Latchet of Christ Shoe, Luk. 3. he's made his Redeemer's Baptist. The Centurion cries out, He is not worthy christ should come under his roof, Mathew 8. his servant is restored to health:
It was Samuel 's inter'gatory to Saul, 1 Sam. 15. When thou wast little in thy own eyes, wast thou not great in the eyes of God? All waters run naturally to descending places:
It was Samuel is interrogatory to Saul, 1 Sam. 15. When thou wast little in thy own eyes, wast thou not great in the eyes of God? All waters run naturally to descending places:
The Pharisee thought himself full, he went home empty, Luk. 18. One cause, saith Seneca, why men are not wise, is because they think themselves wise already;
The Pharisee Thought himself full, he went home empty, Luk. 18. One cause, Says Senecca, why men Are not wise, is Because they think themselves wise already;
First, the Omnipotent Majesty of God, in whose sight the Stars, some translate the Angels are unclean, Job 25. and therefore there is in us a nullity, in respect of his irresistible greatness.
First, the Omnipotent Majesty of God, in whose sighed the Stars, Some translate the Angels Are unclean, Job 25. and Therefore there is in us a nullity, in respect of his irresistible greatness.
The consideration whereof, forc'd the Persian Emperour, haughty Xerxes, to pour out tears, in regard none of his formidable huge Army should be alive within an hundred years;
The consideration whereof, forced the Persian Emperor, haughty Xerxes, to pour out tears, in regard none of his formidable huge Army should be alive within an hundred Years;
but make your selves equal to them of the lower sort, Rom. 12. and in giving honour ('tis not in taking honour) go one before another, vers. 10. Experience also shews, that little Keyes are placed by the great;
but make your selves equal to them of the lower sort, Rom. 12. and in giving honour (it's not in taking honour) go one before Another, vers. 10. Experience also shows, that little Keys Are placed by the great;
VVhat shall I say of Christ, the exemplary pattern of Humility? Did thy Prince, being Lord of Lords, make himself of no reputation? Phil. 2. Drink of the brook in the way? Psal. 111. Take the form of a Servant,
What shall I say of christ, the exemplary pattern of Humility? Did thy Prince, being Lord of lords, make himself of no reputation? Philip 2. Drink of the brook in the Way? Psalm 111. Take the from of a Servant,
he can raise an army of his lowest Creatures, able enough to confound the proudest Pharaohs, the most deified Herods: an army of Flies, or an army of Locusts;
he can raise an army of his lowest Creatures, able enough to confound the proudest Pharaohs, the most deified Herods: an army of Flies, or an army of Locusts;
when Zenacharib, the proud King of Assyria, intended the destruction of the Jews, God, by his Angel, slew an hundred fourscore and five thousand of his Camp by night;
when Sennacherib, the proud King of Assyria, intended the destruction of the jews, God, by his Angel, slew an hundred fourscore and five thousand of his Camp by night;
and onely by the hearing of a noyse, a blast, he was so scared, that he turned home into his own land, where he fell by the Sword of his own Sons, 2 King. 9. Saul proudly purposed Davids destruction;
and only by the hearing of a noise, a blast, he was so scared, that he turned home into his own land, where he fell by the Sword of his own Sons, 2 King. 9. Saul proudly purposed Davids destruction;
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The proud Princes of Babylon condemned Daniel to the Lyons Den; but the Lyons devoured them, their Wives and Children, Dan. 6. Lastly, God resists the proud by taking away the things whereof they are proud.
The proud Princes of Babylon condemned daniel to the Lyons Den; but the Lyons devoured them, their Wives and Children, Dan. 6. Lastly, God resists the proud by taking away the things whereof they Are proud.
The Damsels of Israel are threatn'd to have all their bravery and ornaments tane away, Isai. 3. The Cormorant, proud of his riches, was bereav'd of them, Luk. 12. So if we be proud of our strength, God will take it away by sickness;
The Damsels of Israel Are threatened to have all their bravery and Ornament taken away, Isaiah 3. The Cormorant, proud of his riches, was bereaved of them, Luk. 12. So if we be proud of our strength, God will take it away by sickness;
It's evident, the Almighties word stands as a Law, which saith, He that exalts himself shall be brought low, Luk. 18. He that is proud, shall come to shame;
It's evident, the Almighty's word Stands as a Law, which Says, He that exalts himself shall be brought low, Luk. 18. He that is proud, shall come to shame;
nay, to destruction, Prov. 12. And thus, from the Argument of Illation by way of resistance, I proceed to the other Motive in regard of the mighty hand of God:
nay, to destruction, Curae 12. And thus, from the Argument of Illation by Way of resistance, I proceed to the other Motive in regard of the mighty hand of God:
as he hath an Eye, Foot, and the like; not properly, truly and literally; but improperly, figuratively, in a borrowed sense, by way of similitude or resemblance.
as he hath an Eye, Foot, and the like; not properly, truly and literally; but improperly, figuratively, in a borrowed sense, by Way of similitude or resemblance.
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So the Apostle, expressing the exercise of Gods supream power, speaks NONLATINALPHABET, after the manner of men, who are wont to be humbled by the hand.
So the Apostle, expressing the exercise of God's supreme power, speaks, After the manner of men, who Are wont to be humbled by the hand.
Haman was so highly exalted, that he was reputed as Haman the high: but because it was not this HE in my Text who exalted him, all his honour quickly decay'd;
Haman was so highly exalted, that he was reputed as Haman the high: but Because it was not this HE in my Text who exalted him, all his honour quickly decayed;
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they hang'd him on a Tree which he had prepared for Mordecai. How did Abimelech weary and waste himself in obtaining a Kingdom? but because he took not the right Method in coming to it by the Lord, the prime Author of all glory, all his pomp lay in the dust:
they hanged him on a Tree which he had prepared for Mordecai. How did Abimelech weary and waste himself in obtaining a Kingdom? but Because he took not the right Method in coming to it by the Lord, the prime Author of all glory, all his pomp lay in the dust:
a silly woman cast a piece of Milstone upon his head, and brake his Scull, which was the bane of all his hopeful endeavours, Judg. 9. In the eleventh of the second of Kings, Athaliah raigned. Queen over all the Land;
a silly woman cast a piece of Millstone upon his head, and brake his Scull, which was the bane of all his hopeful endeavours, Judges 9. In the eleventh of the second of Kings, Athaliah reigned. Queen over all the Land;
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why then boastest thou thy self, sacrificing to thy Nets, as if by thy wit or worth thou couldst adde one cubit to thy stature, one mite to thy millions, one grain to thy graces? Without me, saith Christ, ye can do nothing, John 15. And, without God, saith the Apostle, you can have nothing, 1 Cor. 4. What saith the Psalmist? Except the Lord build the house, they labour in vain that build it:
why then boastest thou thy self, sacrificing to thy Nets, as if by thy wit or worth thou Couldst add one cubit to thy stature, one mite to thy millions, one grain to thy graces? Without me, Says christ, you can do nothing, John 15. And, without God, Says the Apostle, you can have nothing, 1 Cor. 4. What Says the Psalmist? Except the Lord built the house, they labour in vain that built it:
but look up rather to God, who hath so poured out his blessings on us, that we should remember to give up our blessings to him, praysing and magnifying his holy Name, that he may exalt you.
but look up rather to God, who hath so poured out his blessings on us, that we should Remember to give up our blessings to him, praising and magnifying his holy Name, that he may exalt you.
We see in Nature, that the greatness of enjoyments infer the lowest condescentions; the more the Tree is laden with Fruit, the lower it bends to the ground.
We see in Nature, that the greatness of enjoyments infer the lowest condescensions; the more the Tree is laden with Fruit, the lower it bends to the ground.
In like manner 'tis Gods Ordinance, that none be exalted in his upper Courts, but such as contentedly submit to stoop and pass through the low wicket,
In like manner it's God's Ordinance, that none be exalted in his upper Courts, but such as contentedly submit to stoop and pass through the low wicket,
Thus the onely wise Disposer of all things, oft times delays his Mercies, substracts his Comforts, withdraws his gracious Presence, to the end we may know our selves,
Thus the only wise Disposer of all things, oft times delays his mercies, substracts his Comforts, withdraws his gracious Presence, to the end we may know our selves,
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and conveniently, in a due time. Food and Physick given in due season, prosper well; but the most necessary of these out of due time, doth hurt rather then help.
and conveniently, in a due time. Food and Physic given in due season, prosper well; but the most necessary of these out of due time, does hurt rather then help.
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then, upon the very same day, they were delivered, and Pharaoh utterly destroyed, Exo. 12.41. There's a clear place for this, Deut. 32.35. Where, speaking of the Enemies of the Church, 'tis said, His foot shall slide in due time.
then, upon the very same day, they were Delivered, and Pharaoh utterly destroyed, Exo. 12.41. There's a clear place for this, Deuteronomy 32.35. Where, speaking of the Enemies of the Church, it's said, His foot shall slide in due time.
Yet a little while, and he that shall come, will come, and will not tarry, Heb. 10. That is, he will not tarry a jot beyond the due time and season that is fittest.
Yet a little while, and he that shall come, will come, and will not tarry, Hebrew 10. That is, he will not tarry a jot beyond the due time and season that is Fittest.
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When blessed Mary, the Mother of the Lord, would have had him to turn water into wine, he tell'd her she must stay her time, for my hour is not yet come, John 2. (i.) The hour wherein it might be more acceptable,
When blessed Marry, the Mother of the Lord, would have had him to turn water into wine, he telled her she must stay her time, for my hour is not yet come, John 2. (i.) The hour wherein it might be more acceptable,
Hath he not stood at our Doors knocking and calling, till his head was full of dew, and his locks full of the drops of the night? Forty dayes he staid for Nineve, Jonas the third. Forty years for Jerusalem, Psalm the ninety fifth;
Hath he not stood At our Doors knocking and calling, till his head was full of due, and his locks full of the drops of the night? Forty days he stayed for Nineveh, Jonah the third. Forty Years for Jerusalem, Psalm the ninety fifth;
ingeminating our prayers for help, until he heales our bones, since he hath promised that he will rise and have mercy upon Zion? Psalm 102. VVe now, O Lord, humble our selves before thee, in praying to thee, and by a thankful Remembrance of thy Meritorious dying for us.
ingeminating our Prayers for help, until he heals our bones, since he hath promised that he will rise and have mercy upon Zion? Psalm 102. We now, Oh Lord, humble our selves before thee, in praying to thee, and by a thankful Remembrance of thy Meritorious dying for us.
Now therefore exalt us in thy strength, refresh our souls with the Comforts of thy holy Spirit, that we may glorifie thy holy Name, trust in thy promises,
Now Therefore exalt us in thy strength, refresh our Souls with the Comforts of thy holy Spirit, that we may Glorify thy holy Name, trust in thy promises,
to whom, with thee and the holy Spirit, be ascribed all Honour and Glory, be rendered all praise and thanksgiving, service and obedience, from Generation to Generation. Amen.
to whom, with thee and the holy Spirit, be ascribed all Honour and Glory, be rendered all praise and thanksgiving, service and Obedience, from Generation to Generation. Amen.
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Take them Morally, so they sum up the practick end of all our preaching. Thus, as I conceive, they set forth unto us, a threefold Incarnation of our Saviour;
Take them Morally, so they sum up the practic end of all our preaching. Thus, as I conceive, they Set forth unto us, a threefold Incarnation of our Saviour;
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the second way he is oft made flesh by our subordinate Ministry, that is, sacramentally; and a third way he is to be made flesh by your tractable duty.
the second Way he is oft made Flesh by our subordinate Ministry, that is, sacramentally; and a third Way he is to be made Flesh by your tractable duty.
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That by the Name of Word, the Son of God, or Gods inward Conception and pure Reason, was here signified; (for a Spirit hath naturally no other Son but such) and that he was signified by the Name Word more properly and personally then by any other.
That by the Name of Word, the Son of God, or God's inward Conception and pure Reason, was Here signified; (for a Spirit hath naturally no other Son but such) and that he was signified by the Name Word more properly and personally then by any other.
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More properly then by the Name Son; for that name is common to Adam, Luk. 3.28. and doth not sufficiently distinguish from the uncleanly and material birth of Creatures.
More properly then by the Name Son; for that name is Common to Adam, Luk. 3.28. and does not sufficiently distinguish from the uncleanly and material birth of Creatures.
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Likewise that he is named by Word more personally then by Light, Wisdome, Image, which without some further Adjunct, agrees to other persons of the Deity.
Likewise that he is nam by Word more personally then by Light, Wisdom, Image, which without Some further Adjunct, agrees to other Persons of the Deity.
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and great hope by that Consanguinity. Thus much Historically, for your constant belief: I will now proceed to touch the same Text sacramentally, for your future benefit;
and great hope by that Consanguinity. Thus much Historically, for your constant belief: I will now proceed to touch the same Text sacramentally, for your future benefit;
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The incarnation made the Sacrament true, the Sacrament makes the incarnation beneficial. For Sacraments are not onely solemn Ceremonies, and significant Commemorations of Christs death;
The incarnation made the Sacrament true, the Sacrament makes the incarnation beneficial. For Sacraments Are not only solemn Ceremonies, and significant Commemorations of Christ death;
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transubstantiated into flesh, I will not say, nor consubstantiate with flesh, (for what need this?) but the body of Christ so truely present, (though I know not fully how) that you may safely call the consecrated bread, the body of Christ.
Transubstantiated into Flesh, I will not say, nor consubstantiate with Flesh, (for what need this?) but the body of christ so truly present, (though I know not Fully how) that you may safely call the consecrated bred, the body of christ.
general for the making, it may be ordinary and usual bread, to signifie the indifferency of the Receivers, any Gentile of any estate, any well-disposed Christian, may come and welcome.
general for the making, it may be ordinary and usual bred, to signify the indifferency of the Receivers, any Gentile of any estate, any well-disposed Christian, may come and welcome.
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What shall we say then? Shall we cry out with the Centurion, I am unworthy that thou shouldest enter under my roof? Or with Saint Peter, Lord, depart from me,
What shall we say then? Shall we cry out with the Centurion, I am unworthy that thou Shouldst enter under my roof? Or with Saint Peter, Lord, depart from me,
what say the Many, the Multitude? It need not be used till Easter. How are we fall'n from the Primitive Zeal towards this heavenly food? the time hath been when it was dayly bread; and need not we pray it were permitted to be made so now? The sad face of these warring times being drawn with as deep a shadow as that.
what say the Many, the Multitude? It need not be used till Easter. How Are we fallen from the Primitive Zeal towards this heavenly food? the time hath been when it was daily bred; and need not we pray it were permitted to be made so now? The sad face of these warring times being drawn with as deep a shadow as that.
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is this a sound reason to excuse our backwardness, I am not in Charity, I am clogg'd with weights of sin, or I have some lusts to be fulfilled? Then say likewise, I am sick,
is this a found reason to excuse our backwardness, I am not in Charity, I am clogged with weights of since, or I have Some Lustiest to be fulfilled? Then say likewise, I am sick,
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Then these things which I have delivered, being rightly performed at the sacramental Incarnation, you shall soon be well gone with a third Nativity, even the Moral, which is to be ripen'd by a religious and dutiful practise of Christs holy precepts.
Then these things which I have Delivered, being rightly performed At the sacramental Incarnation, you shall soon be well gone with a third Nativity, even the Moral, which is to be ripened by a religious and dutiful practice of Christ holy Precepts.
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and through which he descends to the heart, and there takes deeper hold; and still by the same spiritual way, still by an over-shadowing of the Holy Ghost, and Mans obedient Faith.
and through which he descends to the heart, and there Takes Deeper hold; and still by the same spiritual Way, still by an overshadowing of the Holy Ghost, and men obedient Faith.
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If the Word be so prevalent in you, as to make you, subdue the unruliness of the flesh to the Governance of the spirit, to drown the habit of excess in the Cup of the Eucharist, to consume the fire of lust and the fire of stife with the fire of Devotion.
If the Word be so prevalent in you, as to make you, subdue the unruliness of the Flesh to the Governance of the Spirit, to drown the habit of excess in the Cup of the Eucharist, to consume the fire of lust and the fire of stife with the fire of Devotion.
and proceed to make friends of unrighteous Mammon, scattering the superfluous dust of your pockets, or doales of your basket, the Word is almost literally made flesh;
and proceed to make Friends of unrighteous Mammon, scattering the superfluous dust of your pockets, or doales of your basket, the Word is almost literally made Flesh;
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Saint Paul communicates the acts of the one to the other, breeding, fashioning, travel: My Children, I am in travel againe till Christ be fashioned within you, Gal. 4.19.
Saint Paul communicates the acts of the one to the other, breeding, fashioning, travel: My Children, I am in travel again till christ be fashioned within you, Gal. 4.19.
VVhen the Word begins to curdle, and qualms come over the Conscience, then is Christ a breeding; when godly purposes are conceived, Christ is a fashioning; when our bowels yearn with heavenly longings for execution,
When the Word begins to curdle, and qualms come over the Conscience, then is christ a breeding; when godly Purposes Are conceived, christ is a fashioning; when our bowels yearn with heavenly longings for execution,
Wilt thou farther know how he lives within? Even as thou dost, by Motion, Heat, and Food: By Motion upward, in love of heavenly things; downward, in fear of infernal:
Wilt thou farther know how he lives within? Even as thou dost, by Motion, Heat, and Food: By Motion upward, in love of heavenly things; downward, in Fear of infernal:
when thou hast strong Meat? Or why no care but onely for this Milk, the sincere Milk of the Word? Give Christ the strongest Meat a poor man can eat, feed him with such Breasts as Kings, in the sixtieth of Isaiah, are said to have, with protection of his weak, bounty towards his little ones.
when thou hast strong Meat? Or why no care but only for this Milk, the sincere Milk of the Word? Give christ the Strongest Meat a poor man can eat, feed him with such Breasts as Kings, in the sixtieth of Isaiah, Are said to have, with protection of his weak, bounty towards his little ones.
Beloved, there is not a woman, nor a Virgin, no nor a man here, but by some kind or other, by obeying the Gospel, may be the Mother of Christ, his blessed Mother; and,
beloved, there is not a woman, nor a Virgae, no nor a man Here, but by Some kind or other, by obeying the Gospel, may be the Mother of christ, his blessed Mother; and,
Pride puff'd them up with an affectation of being call'd Masters of Israel; and caus'd them, by way of Prerogative, to assume that cenforious humour of judging others, which here they put in practise upon the Judge of the whole world.
Pride puffed them up with an affectation of being called Masters of Israel; and caused them, by Way of Prerogative, to assume that cenforious humour of judging Others, which Here they put in practice upon the Judge of the Whole world.
Christ, in the riches of his mercy, becomes the Pilot himself, draws the directing Compass, makes the Card they must sail by, preacheth to them what they ought to follow;
christ, in the riches of his mercy, becomes the Pilot himself, draws the directing Compass, makes the Carded they must sail by, Preacheth to them what they ought to follow;
and an impartial Verdict to pass against them, in regard He that neither deceives nor can be deceived, expressly assures it, That they shall come to a strict account at the day of judgement, which is the time, even the last day of the world,
and an impartial Verdict to pass against them, in regard He that neither deceives nor can be deceived, expressly assures it, That they shall come to a strict account At the day of judgement, which is the time, even the last day of the world,
Christs sayings are NONLATINALPHABET, Principles to be believed, not Premises to be proved: so that 'tis enough to hear from his mouth, Ego dico, I say unto you.
Christ sayings Are, Principles to be believed, not Premises to be proved: so that it's enough to hear from his Mouth, Ego dico, I say unto you.
Now though I may say with Tertullian, That as they, who languish with sickness, are most prone to talk of health, not because they enjoy, but desire it:
Now though I may say with Tertullian, That as they, who languish with sickness, Are most prove to talk of health, not Because they enjoy, but desire it:
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I trust God will bless these my weak endeavours, while for my own and your good, I have made my self a common Remembrancer to prepare our particular accounts against the coming of the Lord.
I trust God will bless these my weak endeavours, while for my own and your good, I have made my self a Common Remembrancer to prepare our particular accounts against the coming of the Lord.
If then our words tend not to the Love of God and our Neighbour, the Law shall judge and condemn them as a scandalous waste of that rich Talent and powerful Gift of Rational discourse.
If then our words tend not to the Love of God and our Neighbour, the Law shall judge and condemn them as a scandalous waste of that rich Talon and powerful Gift of Rational discourse.
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shut and barr'd it in with Teeth and Jaws, but to prevent impertinent idle Language? And is it not seated betwixt two soveraign parts of man, the brain and heart, that by the assistance of a right understanding,
shut and barred it in with Teeth and Jaws, but to prevent impertinent idle Language? And is it not seated betwixt two sovereign parts of man, the brain and heart, that by the assistance of a right understanding,
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and wellordered will, the tongue may be kept within the bounds of rectifi'd Reason? If it break out into intemperate swearing, it fills the man with iniquity:
and wellordered will, the tongue may be kept within the bounds of rectified Reason? If it break out into intemperate swearing, it fills the man with iniquity:
so speaks the Son of Syrach, 23 Ecclus. v. 11. and by his bad example corrupting the Family, derives a heavie curse to his posterity. The Plague, as it follows there, shall never depart from his house.
so speaks the Son of Sirach, 23 Ecclus v. 11. and by his bad Exampl corrupting the Family, derives a heavy curse to his posterity. The Plague, as it follows there, shall never depart from his house.
But do not I herein seem a rigid Precisian, more strict then Christ, making him to mean more then he does? Shall the God of compassion, whose mercy is over and above all his works, be so severe as to call us to account for these smaller trifles? If our Saviour literally signified, that our idle words, sins of so mean a quality, should be examined by such a fiery tryal;
But do not I herein seem a rigid Precisian, more strict then christ, making him to mean more then he does? Shall the God of compassion, whose mercy is over and above all his works, be so severe as to call us to account for these smaller trifles? If our Saviour literally signified, that our idle words, Sins of so mean a quality, should be examined by such a fiery trial;
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how is it that St. Paul speaks to Ananias, God shall smite thee, thou whited wall? Act. 23. Doth not the Apostle 's example intimate that Christ spake here by way of hyperbole, or excess of speech,
how is it that Saint Paul speaks to Ananias, God shall smite thee, thou whited wall? Act. 23. Does not the Apostle is Exampl intimate that christ spoke Here by Way of hyperbole, or excess of speech,
having no particular dispensation, we are still oblig'd to bridle our tongues from scandalous words, else our religion is vain. The everlasting Law of the Lord is, Thou shalt not raise or receive a false report, Exod. 24. In the twenty seventh of Deuteronomy, he is cursed that smites his Neighbour secretly.
having no particular Dispensation, we Are still obliged to bridle our tongues from scandalous words, Else our Religion is vain. The everlasting Law of the Lord is, Thou shalt not raise or receive a false report, Exod 24. In the twenty seventh of Deuteronomy, he is cursed that smites his Neighbour secretly.
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In the fifth of the Proverbs, we read of Ropes, and Wain-ropes of Sin. And Isaiah the fifth Chapter, mentions funiculos vanitatis, slight cords of vanity.
In the fifth of the Proverbs, we read of Ropes, and Wain-ropes of Sin. And Isaiah the fifth Chapter, mentions funiculos vanitatis, slight cords of vanity.
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Of this sort is NONLATINALPHABET a frivolous word, NONLATINALPHABET, an unsavoury speech, and NONLATINALPHABET sawcy jesting, which is wont to be nick-nam'd pleasant conceit.
Of this sort is a frivolous word,, an unsavoury speech, and saucy jesting, which is wont to be nicknamed pleasant conceit.
where 'tis observable, that NONLATINALPHABET, which the Moralist stiles Ʋrbanity, and ranks amongst Moral Vertues, the New Testament interprets direct scurrility,
where it's observable, that, which the Moralist stile Ʋrbanity, and ranks among Moral Virtues, the New Testament interprets Direct scurrility,
For this facile accommodation, this sporting of a luxuriant Wit, to humor some and displease others, is no better then a breach of the sixth Commandment, in regard it prepares and oft occasions effusion of blood.
For this facile accommodation, this sporting of a luxuriant Wit, to humour Some and displease Others, is no better then a breach of the sixth Commandment, in regard it prepares and oft occasions effusion of blood.
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Hence is it, that Christ, the right Interpreter of his Fathers will, gives us to understand in the fifteenth of Saint Matthew, that to be angry without a cause, to say Racha, Thou emptybrain, Thou fool, Pish,
Hence is it, that christ, the right Interpreter of his Father's will, gives us to understand in the fifteenth of Saint Matthew, that to be angry without a cause, to say Racha, Thou emptybrain, Thou fool, Pish,
or the like unadvised terms, is sufficient to discard us from our heavenly Inheritance, if the Lord be not pleased to NONLATINALPHABET, to connive at it,
or the like unadvised terms, is sufficient to discard us from our heavenly Inheritance, if the Lord be not pleased to, to connive At it,
We know Rehoboam, through an unpleasing speech, lost ten Tribes at a clap. Wherefore Saint Bernard well saith, Leviter volat, sed graviter vulnerat;
We know Rehoboam, through an unpleasing speech, lost ten Tribes At a clap. Wherefore Saint Bernard well Says, Leviter Volatile, sed Graviter vulnerable;
A term of disgrace passeth suddenly from out mouths, as lightning out of the Clouds; but like lightning, it strikes the inmost parts after a various manner.
A term of disgrace passes suddenly from out mouths, as lightning out of the Clouds; but like lightning, it strikes the inmost parts After a various manner.
The Parthians, as Dion relates, shot Arrows against Lucullus his Souldiers with two heads, which were set on in such sort, that although they were forthwith drawn out of their bodies;
The Parthians, as Dion relates, shot Arrows against Lucullus his Soldiers with two Heads, which were Set on in such sort, that although they were forthwith drawn out of their bodies;
VVhat then shall be done to those calumniating tongues, which are bent like bows for outragious lies, that they may shoot at the upright in heart, throwing dirt in the face of Authority, reviling those who ought to be obeyed for Conscience sake, traducing them to walk in craftiness,
What then shall be done to those calumniating tongues, which Are bent like bows for outrageous lies, that they may shoot At the upright in heart, throwing dirt in the face of authority, reviling those who ought to be obeyed for Conscience sake, traducing them to walk in craftiness,
when, as 'tis in the second to the Corinthians, and in the fourth Chapter, in declaration of the truth, they approve themselves to every mans Conscience in the sight of God? Christ hath already sentenced such to be of the Devil, since his works they do.
when, as it's in the second to the Corinthians, and in the fourth Chapter, in declaration of the truth, they approve themselves to every men Conscience in the sighed of God? christ hath already sentenced such to be of the devil, since his works they do.
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He is accustomed to deprave those, which most excel, being herein not unlike Fencers, who sometimes cunningly take aim at the Foot, when their intent is to reach the Head. So Satan,
He is accustomed to deprave those, which most excel, being herein not unlike Fencers, who sometime cunningly take aim At the Foot, when their intent is to reach the Head. So Satan,
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The Syriack, in many places of the New Testament, instead of NONLATINALPHABET, sets down, saith Shindler, NONLATINALPHABET, Ocel-kartso, Accusator, quasi edens accusationem, The eater of Accusations:
The Syriac, in many places of the New Testament, instead of, sets down, Says Shindler,, Ocel-kartso, Accusator, quasi edens accusationem, The eater of Accusations:
from which name I observe, that as the doing of his Fathers will was Christs meat and drink; so, in in opposition thereunto, to calumniate the Children of obedience, is the main Food of the Devil and his Adherents.
from which name I observe, that as the doing of his Father's will was Christ meat and drink; so, in in opposition thereunto, to calumniate the Children of Obedience, is the main Food of the devil and his Adherents.
makes the multitude believe there's a Snake under every Leaf; and although we protest tabulis consignatis, and confirm it by the sure testimony of an Oath, that as we have printed in our books,
makes the multitude believe there's a Snake under every Leaf; and although we protest Tables consignatis, and confirm it by the sure testimony of an Oath, that as we have printed in our books,
These have delivered the sense of Gods sure Oracles, sometimes one way, sometimes another, as the winde and tyde best served to foment faction and tumult, making the spiritual Manna of the word to have a several taste, according to every mans palate,
These have Delivered the sense of God's sure Oracles, sometime one Way, sometime Another, as the wind and tIED best served to foment faction and tumult, making the spiritual Manna of the word to have a several taste, according to every men palate,
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and the mouth that speaks lies, slays the soul, Wisd. 1.11. VVhich mischievous effects proceed not from any native disease radical in the tongue, but onely by sympathy and consent with an ill disposed heart.
and the Mouth that speaks lies, slays the soul, Wisdom 1.11. Which mischievous effects proceed not from any native disease radical in the tongue, but only by Sympathy and consent with an ill disposed heart.
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as from the fumes arising out of a distempered and foul stomach. For words, as consisting of Letters and syllables, are indifferent in their own nature;
as from the fumes arising out of a distempered and foul stomach. For words, as consisting of Letters and syllables, Are indifferent in their own nature;
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In respect of the concurrence and mutual correspondence betwixt the heart and tongue, our thoughts are called NONLATINALPHABET, words of the mind. We read in the seventh of Saint Luke, Simon said within himself; his thinking was speaking.
In respect of the concurrence and mutual correspondence betwixt the heart and tongue, our thoughts Are called, words of the mind. We read in the seventh of Saint Lycia, Simon said within himself; his thinking was speaking.
Solon, as Plutack reports, reproving Thespis a Poet, for lying in his Play, Thespis answered, It was not material to do or say such things, considering all was but in sport.
Solon, as Plutack reports, reproving Thespis a Poet, for lying in his Play, Thespis answered, It was not material to do or say such things, considering all was but in sport.
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For the unclean Spirit, having once insinuated and got entertainment in ou• hearts by these slight skirmishes, he wi•l easily introduce seven other Spirits, nay, a Legion, worse then himself.
For the unclean Spirit, having once insinuated and god entertainment in ou• hearts by these slight Skirmishes, he wi•l Easily introduce seven other Spirits, nay, a Legion, Worse then himself.
Whence 'tis clear, that the arraigning our selves at the Bar of our own Conscience in this life, is the onely way to be acquitted hereafter through our surety, Christ Jesus.
Whence it's clear, that the arraigning our selves At the Bar of our own Conscience in this life, is the only Way to be acquitted hereafter through our surety, christ jesus.
For God loves to behold his Justice prevented, by our accusing and condemning our selves, as being unwilling his last destructive sentence of execution, should be served upon our persons:
For God loves to behold his justice prevented, by our accusing and condemning our selves, as being unwilling his last destructive sentence of execution, should be served upon our Persons:
yet take this Caution along also, If we call not our selves to account in this time of Truce, but leave God to do it at the general Audit of all flesh, Mercy is then out of date, there's no more parleying, but utter defiance;
yet take this Caution along also, If we call not our selves to account in this time of Truce, but leave God to do it At the general Audit of all Flesh, Mercy is then out of date, there's no more parleying, but utter defiance;
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That there shall be a general Judgment, is granted by the very Devils, who, in the eighth of Saint Matthew, are said to believe and tremble at the fearful expectation of it.
That there shall be a general Judgement, is granted by the very Devils, who, in the eighth of Saint Matthew, Are said to believe and tremble At the fearful expectation of it.
The Knowledge whereof in the general is imparted to us here, that the Terror of the Lord might not overtake us like a violent storm, not to be prevented, because not foreseen.
The Knowledge whereof in the general is imparted to us Here, that the Terror of the Lord might not overtake us like a violent storm, not to be prevented, Because not foreseen.
or watchfulness in expectation of its coming, which is said to steal upon the world like a thief in the night. 'Tis call'd A day, to make us blush in remembrance that our secret sins shall be disclosed,
or watchfulness in expectation of its coming, which is said to steal upon the world like a thief in the night. It's called A day, to make us blush in remembrance that our secret Sins shall be disclosed,
Again, this day of Judgement is said to be the last day: First, to demonstrate Gods fatherly Tenderness over his Elect; many of them are yet unconverted and unborn,
Again, this day of Judgement is said to be the last day: First, to demonstrate God's fatherly Tenderness over his Elect; many of them Are yet unconverted and unborn,
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The Souls of them that lye under the Altar, Revelations the sixth, did cry, How long, Lord, holy and true? dost thou not judge and avenge our blood on them which dwell on the earth? And answer was there made, They should rest for a season, till their Brethren and Fellow-servants should be kill'd as they were.
The Souls of them that lie under the Altar, Revelations the sixth, did cry, How long, Lord, holy and true? dost thou not judge and avenge our blood on them which dwell on the earth? And answer was there made, They should rest for a season, till their Brothers and Fellow servants should be killed as they were.
Our account is likewise posted off till the day of Judgment, to declare the bountifulness and patience of the Lord, which waits from year to year to see if at the last we will return to him in a true reconciliation.
Our account is likewise posted off till the day of Judgement, to declare the bountifulness and patience of the Lord, which waits from year to year to see if At the last we will return to him in a true reconciliation.
In our time, a Cabalistical Calculator of our own Nation, hath concluded from the numeral Letters of Elohim, that the half year after one thousand six hundred fifty two, should be the undoubted stint and period of the worlds continuance,
In our time, a Cabalistical Calculator of our own nation, hath concluded from the numeral Letters of Elohim, that the half year After one thousand six hundred fifty two, should be the undoubted stint and Period of the world's Continuance,
for if we fail in matters which are subject to sense, and have their proper causes from our selves, what are we like to do in things which are far above the point of our Horizon? The time and season of the Lords final appearance, the NONLATINALPHABET, the last end of the termination of the world,
for if we fail in matters which Are Subject to sense, and have their proper Causes from our selves, what Are we like to do in things which Are Far above the point of our Horizon? The time and season of the lords final appearance, the, the last end of the termination of the world,
Indeed, when I reflect on this iron age, wherein Pandora's boxes are open'd to infect man-kind, Satan is broke loose in glozing lying tongues, which nourish divisions from Dan to Beersheba: though I cannot say they are signes of Christs immediate present coming to judge the universal world;
Indeed, when I reflect on this iron age, wherein Pandora's boxes Are opened to infect mankind, Satan is broke lose in glozing lying tongues, which nourish divisions from Dan to Beersheba: though I cannot say they Are Signs of Christ immediate present coming to judge the universal world;
yet they may presage, that the god of this world hath so puzzled the understanding of such as are seduced, that they cannot see how he projects that the particular private judgement of each soul at the day of death, may surprise them unawares to their utter ruine.
yet they may presage, that the god of this world hath so puzzled the understanding of such as Are seduced, that they cannot see how he projects that the particular private judgement of each soul At the day of death, may surprise them unawares to their utter ruin.
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Concerning the Place where the world shall be judged, I cannot conceive how it should be, as some have imagined, in the Valley of Jehosaphat, or on mount Olivet, whence Christ ascended,
Concerning the Place where the world shall be judged, I cannot conceive how it should be, as Some have imagined, in the Valley of Jehoshaphat, or on mount Olivet, whence christ ascended,
For if you allow bodies distance and place, as they must be allowed, there's no earthly place so large as to contain so many Myriads of people as shall appear in that day.
For if you allow bodies distance and place, as they must be allowed, there's no earthly place so large as to contain so many Myriads of people as shall appear in that day.
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But I suppose the Tribunal shall be erected in the Air, where every eye may see him, according to that of Saint Paul, 1 Thes. 4. We which remain shall be caught up also with them in the Clouds, to meet the Lord in the Air:
But I suppose the Tribunal shall be erected in the Air, where every eye may see him, according to that of Saint Paul, 1 Thebes 4. We which remain shall be caught up also with them in the Clouds, to meet the Lord in the Air:
for all judgement is committed to the Son, in the fifth Chapter of Saint John. And he hath commanded us to preach to the people, that 'tis He, who is ordained to be the Judge of the quick and dead, Act. 10. The title to this judgement belong'd to him as the Son of God; judgement being the indelible Character of the God-head:
for all judgement is committed to the Son, in the fifth Chapter of Saint John. And he hath commanded us to preach to the people, that it's He, who is ordained to be the Judge of the quick and dead, Act. 10. The title to this judgement belonged to him as the Son of God; judgement being the indelible Character of the Godhead:
but to the Son is delivered by a peculiar propriety the promulgation of the final sentence, in regard he hath taken our nature upon him, whereby all man-kind may see the Judge by whom they are to be doom'd.
but to the Son is Delivered by a peculiar propriety the Promulgation of the final sentence, in regard he hath taken our nature upon him, whereby all mankind may see the Judge by whom they Are to be doomed.
But it shall be a jubile and endless joy to the faithful, who shall behold him their Judge, who was their Advocate and Surety, who will quit all their scores, and free them from eternal death.
But it shall be a jubilee and endless joy to the faithful, who shall behold him their Judge, who was their Advocate and Surety, who will quit all their scores, and free them from Eternal death.
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Wherefore seeing ye look for such things, 2 Ep. c. 3. be diligent, as Saint Peter exhorts, that ye may be found of him in peace, without spot, and blameless.
Wherefore seeing the look for such things, 2 Epistle c. 3. be diligent, as Saint Peter exhorts, that you may be found of him in peace, without spot, and blameless.
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And since our vain words are registred in the Volume of Gods Book, and are like to be urged against us before no less an Assembly then the whole world;
And since our vain words Are registered in the Volume of God's Book, and Are like to be urged against us before no less an Assembly then the Whole world;
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it behoves to take heed to our tongues, that they hale not down Gods Vengeance by execrable Oaths, which to our shame and grief do dayly sound in our streets as loud and terrible as thunderclaps. Let the long-suffering of God win us to renounce whatsoever hath affinity with the least sin;
it behoves to take heed to our tongues, that they hale not down God's Vengeance by execrable Oaths, which to our shame and grief do daily found in our streets as loud and terrible as thunderclaps. Let the long-suffering of God win us to renounce whatsoever hath affinity with the least since;
The ancient Rubrick of the Church, makes the whole business of this day to be of John the Baptist: I follow not that direction now, to prevent misprision of captious times,
The ancient Rubric of the Church, makes the Whole business of this day to be of John the Baptist: I follow not that direction now, to prevent Misprision of captious times,
and because I hold this Text more useful for your Audience, which treats not of John the Baptist, but of John the Evangelist; it was he to whom Christ said, Behold thy Mother; and he was the Disciple, who from that hour took her to his own home.
and Because I hold this Text more useful for your Audience, which treats not of John the Baptist, but of John the Evangelist; it was he to whom christ said, Behold thy Mother; and he was the Disciple, who from that hour took her to his own home.
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To dispel and clear some mists hovering about the Text, which otherwise may cloud and darken your understanding, consider that our Saviour was now in extremity of pain and torment on the Cross;
To dispel and clear Some mists hovering about the Text, which otherwise may cloud and darken your understanding, Consider that our Saviour was now in extremity of pain and torment on the Cross;
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as one regardless of the Gall and Bitterness of his own sufferings, of the pricking anguish in his hands and feet by the Nails, in a sympathy his heart yearns and commiserates his Mothers misery, whose soul was now pierced with the sword of Sorrow.
as one regardless of the Gall and Bitterness of his own sufferings, of the pricking anguish in his hands and feet by the Nails, in a Sympathy his heart yearns and commiserates his Mother's misery, whose soul was now pierced with the sword of Sorrow.
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and therefore casting a loving glance on the Virgin and Disciple, he saith to his Mother, Behold thy Son, verse 26. and here to the Disciple, Behold thy Mother. Now we are not to fasten on the Rind and Bark of the Letter;
and Therefore casting a loving glance on the Virgae and Disciple, he Says to his Mother, Behold thy Son, verse 26. and Here to the Disciple, Behold thy Mother. Now we Are not to fasten on the Rind and Bark of the letter;
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the words are to be understood in a sound sense, and cum grano salis. It cannot be conceived the blessed Virgin, blessed among women, blessed above women, should have John for the natural issue of her womb:
the words Are to be understood in a found sense, and cum grano Salis. It cannot be conceived the blessed Virgae, blessed among women, blessed above women, should have John for the natural issue of her womb:
St. Matthew, chap. 4. doth catechise us, that John was the Son of Zebedeus; but by these endearing appellations of Son and Mother, our Saviour signifies his meaning was, that Disciple should as much set by her, have her in as high estimation,
Saint Matthew, chap. 4. does catechise us, that John was the Son of Zebedee; but by these endearing appellations of Son and Mother, our Saviour signifies his meaning was, that Disciple should as much Set by her, have her in as high estimation,
or, if they have a touch of remorse, their aid is after such a penurious scant manner, that as the Orator says of the poor prisoners pittances, NONLATINALPHABET, it is not sufficient to keep them alive,
or, if they have a touch of remorse, their aid is After such a penurious scant manner, that as the Orator Says of the poor Prisoners pittances,, it is not sufficient to keep them alive,
They taught the people to answer their indigent impotent Parents craving help in their necessity, by saying, 'Tis Corban, Mar. 7.11. (i.) they had already distributed to pious and charitable uses, and so had done enough; stood discharg'd before God;
They taught the people to answer their indigent impotent Parents craving help in their necessity, by saying, It's Corban, Mar. 7.11. (i.) they had already distributed to pious and charitable uses, and so had done enough; stood discharged before God;
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But Christ tell'd them there, in stead of Gods Commandments, they taught their own traditions. The Ethnicks will rise up in Judgment against such flint-hearted wretches.
But christ telled them there, in stead of God's commandments, they taught their own traditions. The Ethnics will rise up in Judgement against such flint-hearted wretches.
Valerius Maximus hath set down a remarkable story of a Daughter, who visiting her Father in Prison, condemned there to dye by Famine, prolong'd his life by fostering him with the Milk of her breasts;
Valerius Maximus hath Set down a remarkable story of a Daughter, who visiting her Father in Prison, condemned there to die by Famine, prolonged his life by fostering him with the Milk of her breasts;
but our Translation comes short of the force and strength in the Original, he nurs'd his Father, NONLATINALPHABET, Ad os parvuli, or in os parvnli panem vel cibum ingerendo;
but our translation comes short of the force and strength in the Original, he nursed his Father,, Ad os Children, or in os parvnli Bread vel Food ingerendo;
The interlineary Bible hath it in the Margin, quemadmodum parvulus alitur; and from thence 'tis in our English Marginal Note, nourished according to the little ones. Bellarmine, in his Opuscula, I hope you will not start at the words of an Adversary, where they have a tendency to inflame true devotion, brings in Christ thus speaking of his holy Mother:
The interlineary bible hath it in the Margin, quemadmodum Parvulus alitur; and from thence it's in our English Marginal Note, nourished according to the little ones. Bellarmine, in his Opuscula, I hope you will not start At the words of an Adversary, where they have a tendency to inflame true devotion, brings in christ thus speaking of his holy Mother:
For he made all things, and without him was made nothing that was made, John 1.3. I gave her the life of grace, in that I quickn'd and regenerated her with my Spirit.
For he made all things, and without him was made nothing that was made, John 1.3. I gave her the life of grace, in that I quickened and regenerated her with my Spirit.
and what we cannot do, we shall never requite the expence, the molestation, the homely offices they have sustained in our minority, nurture and education.
and what we cannot do, we shall never requite the expense, the molestation, the homely Offices they have sustained in our minority, nurture and education.
for so soon as Christ bid him to behold the Virgin as his Mother, that engaging title wrought so upon him, that like a regardful Son, forthwith he obeys the charge, and from that hour took her to his own home. [ From that hour. ]
for so soon as christ bid him to behold the Virgae as his Mother, that engaging title wrought so upon him, that like a regardful Son, forthwith he obeys the charge, and from that hour took her to his own home. [ From that hour. ]
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When God enjoyned Abraham to offer up his onely Son Isaac for a burnt offering, upon one of the Mountains, which he would shew, he doth not deliberate and examine circumstances,
When God enjoined Abraham to offer up his only Son Isaac for a burned offering, upon one of the Mountains, which he would show, he does not deliberate and examine Circumstances,
Peter and Andrew upon Christs first call, left their Nets, and immediately followed him, Mat. 4. Whatsoever thou takest in hand, instanter operare, Eccles. 9.10. straightway, quickly, instantly do it with all thy power and might;
Peter and Andrew upon Christ First call, left their Nets, and immediately followed him, Mathew 4. Whatsoever thou Takest in hand, instanter operare, Eccles. 9.10. straightway, quickly, instantly do it with all thy power and might;
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Had the Apostle made a demur, consulted with flesh and blood, the worldling would have rounded him in the ear, that this was a Legacy utterly to be rejected.
Had the Apostle made a demur, consulted with Flesh and blood, the worldling would have rounded him in the ear, that this was a Legacy utterly to be rejected.
Indeed, a gift of gain both hands may be open to receive, but the bequeathing a necessitous mother to your maintaining, is a business of another nature;
Indeed, a gift of gain both hands may be open to receive, but the bequeathing a necessitous mother to your maintaining, is a business of Another nature;
'tis a hard province, and who will undertake it to his certain loss? Must you of all others be commended into this charge and trouble? Such would have been the Plea of a carnal churlish Nabal. But Eagle-eyed John viewed these sublunary respects as things below him.
it's a hard province, and who will undertake it to his certain loss? Must you of all Others be commended into this charge and trouble? Such would have been the Plea of a carnal churlish Nabal. But Eagle-eyed John viewed these sublunary respects as things below him.
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His Devotion flies upward, looks stedfastly on the Son of Righteousness, considers he cannot do too much for such a Master, who before the rest, own'd him for the best beloved Disciple;
His Devotion flies upward, looks steadfastly on the Son of Righteousness, considers he cannot do too much for such a Master, who before the rest, owned him for the best Beloved Disciple;
And so out of a thankful mind, even presently takes her to his custody; and that not for the date or term of set years by covenant, but freely, so long as she lived;
And so out of a thankful mind, even presently Takes her to his custody; and that not for the date or term of Set Years by Covenant, but freely, so long as she lived;
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This religious fact, and continued fidelity of John, should rouze all Trustees, to whom is appointed the disposing of the substance of the dead, to be constantly honest, and faithful in their trust.
This religious fact, and continued Fidis of John, should rouse all Trustees, to whom is appointed the disposing of the substance of the dead, to be constantly honest, and faithful in their trust.
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it being voyc'd to be a common fault, an accustom'd manner to pervert and subvert the Testators sense and meaning, whereby some design'd for Executors, are reproachfully branded for Executioners of Wills.
it being voiced to be a Common fault, an accustomed manner to pervert and subvert the Testators sense and meaning, whereby Some designed for Executors, Are reproachfully branded for Executioners of Wills.
so that whatsoever is laid up in your publick Chamber for pious uses, is secure and safe, fastened like a nail in a sure place, as the Prophet phraseth it.
so that whatsoever is laid up in your public Chamber for pious uses, is secure and safe, fastened like a nail in a sure place, as the Prophet Phraseth it.
Therefore thus saith the Lord of hosts, the God of Israel, Jonadab the Son of Rechab shall not want a man to stand before me, (i.) to be in my favour, for ever, verse ult. Labour then to keep a good Conscience, to deal justy and uprightly before God our heavenly Father,
Therefore thus Says the Lord of hosts, the God of Israel, Jonadab the Son of Rechab shall not want a man to stand before me, (i.) to be in my favour, for ever, verse ult. Labour then to keep a good Conscience, to deal justy and uprightly before God our heavenly Father,
If thou dost not cherish that spark of Eternity, if thou starve that particle of Divinity, the Lover of Souls will urge it as done to his own Image. Here a question is moved,
If thou dost not cherish that spark of Eternity, if thou starve that particle of Divinity, the Lover of Souls will urge it as done to his own Image. Here a question is moved,
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as the waters cover the Sea, according to the prophesie, Isai. 11.9, that all the people be taught of the Lord, Isai. 54.13. yet let me put you in remembrance, Saint James advice is, Jam. 1.22. Be ye doers of the word, and not hearers onely, deceiving your selves.
as the waters cover the Sea, according to the prophesy, Isaiah 11.9, that all the people be taught of the Lord, Isaiah 54.13. yet let me put you in remembrance, Saint James Advice is, Jam. 1.22. Be you doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your selves.
But what speak I of a magnificent Emperor? So great is the foolish and inconsiderate desire of Fame, that scarce a Church can be whited and adorned with two or three painted Fringes,
But what speak I of a magnificent Emperor? So great is the foolish and inconsiderate desire of Fame, that scarce a Church can be whited and adorned with two or three painted Fringes,
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One might have thought that blessed Mary, Christs Mother, born of the blood Royal, for she was naturally descended out of Davids Loyns, should not be constrained to live by the Alms and Cost of a Disciple:
One might have Thought that blessed Marry, Christ Mother, born of the blood Royal, for she was naturally descended out of Davids Loins, should not be constrained to live by the Alms and Cost of a Disciple:
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Who sees not how applyable this Story is? But the wheel is turn'd, and who am I should take it in hand again? It stands with our humility and obedience, to keep the same motion with the lesser under-wheels,
Who sees not how appliable this Story is? But the wheel is turned, and who am I should take it in hand again? It Stands with our humility and Obedience, to keep the same motion with the lesser under-wheels,
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and in a pious resolution, say as David in a great extremity said, 2 Sam. 15. Behold, here we are, let the Lord do to us as seemeth good in his own eyes.
and in a pious resolution, say as David in a great extremity said, 2 Sam. 15. Behold, Here we Are, let the Lord do to us as seems good in his own eyes.
If Royal Extractions become levell'd with Joseph and Mary, in such an exinanition, I trust, without offence, I may wish they may with them possess their Souls in patience,
If Royal Extractions become leveled with Joseph and Marry, in such an exinanition, I trust, without offence, I may wish they may with them possess their Souls in patience,
The bold English, who use to speak out, have in their Translation superadded house and home. The ground of this Variance is a strange long mistake of Peter 's words, Mat. 19.27. because there Peter, as Prolocutor for the rest, said to Christ, We have forsaken all, and followed thee;
The bold English, who use to speak out, have in their translation superadded house and home. The ground of this Variance is a strange long mistake of Peter is words, Mathew 19.27. Because there Peter, as Prolocutor for the rest, said to christ, We have forsaken all, and followed thee;
many of the Fathers (to whom God was not pleased to reveale all Circumstances) have translated the Greek, NONLATINALPHABET, from its proper to an improper signification.
many of the Father's (to whom God was not pleased to reveal all circumstances) have translated the Greek,, from its proper to an improper signification.
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They will not have it so understood, as if John took her to his own possession, (for by their verdict he was one of those who utterly forsook all for Christs sake) but that he took her to his own care, to help her the best he could out of the contributions of the faithful.
They will not have it so understood, as if John took her to his own possession, (for by their verdict he was one of those who utterly forsook all for Christ sake) but that he took her to his own care, to help her the best he could out of the contributions of the faithful.
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when it conduceth to their own interest, cry up this ancient interpretation as Catholique, and the contrary as Heretical; thereby intending, from the Apostles practise, to exalt the supererogating Vow of voluntary poverty.
when it conduceth to their own Interest, cry up this ancient Interpretation as Catholic, and the contrary as Heretical; thereby intending, from the Apostles practise, to exalt the supererogating Voelli of voluntary poverty.
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So that it may seem I have undertaken a difficult province, to justifie our Church in rendering Saint John 's taking the Virgin Mother to his own habitation.
So that it may seem I have undertaken a difficult province, to justify our Church in rendering Saint John is taking the Virgae Mother to his own habitation.
But I doubt not to demonstrate to each discerning Spirit, that after their call to the Apostleship, John, with the rest, had a propriety in their Houses, Moveables, Tenures, personal and real Estates.
But I doubt not to demonstrate to each discerning Spirit, that After their call to the Apostleship, John, with the rest, had a propriety in their Houses, Movables, Tenures, personal and real Estates.
or preaching the Gospel, and no otherwise. They could at their pleasure return to the possession and use of what was theirs. This is confirmed, Mark 1.29.
or preaching the Gospel, and no otherwise. They could At their pleasure return to the possession and use of what was theirs. This is confirmed, Mark 1.29.
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after their desertion of all, 'tis still Simons house. So Matthew 4.14. he came into Peters house. The better to declare his Vindication, or challenging it for his own, he entertain'd Christ and his fellow Disciples, with a banquet therein:
After their desertion of all, it's still Simons house. So Matthew 4.14. he Come into Peter's house. The better to declare his Vindication, or challenging it for his own, he entertained christ and his fellow Disciples, with a banquet therein:
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After this, as a wealthy Citizen of Capernaum, he paid Tribute-Money, Mat. 17.27. And which proves they mean'd no absolute perpetual abnegation, abjuration, or renouncing of their temporalties,
After this, as a wealthy Citizen of Capernaum, he paid Tribute-Money, Mathew 17.27. And which Proves they meaned no absolute perpetual abnegation, abjuration, or renouncing of their Temporalities,
but onely a willing sequestration from them, during their Labours and Employments abroad for the gathering of the Saints, the enlarging the borders of the Church;
but only a willing sequestration from them, during their Labours and Employments abroad for the gathering of the Saints, the enlarging the borders of the Church;
Now this Evangelist John 's Fortunes were greater then his fellow Fishers; it being observed, Mark 1.20. that he had Mercenary Servants in the Ship to attend his Father Zebedee, when, on Christs summons, he left them to wait on him.
Now this Evangelist John is Fortune's were greater then his fellow Fishers; it being observed, Mark 1.20. that he had Mercenary Servants in the Ship to attend his Father Zebedee, when, on Christ summons, he left them to wait on him.
Were it not then a weak Collection, that he, of all the rest, should sacrifice to the Goddess NONLATINALPHABET, devoting himself to scandalous wilful beggery,
Were it not then a weak Collection, that he, of all the rest, should sacrifice to the Goddess, devoting himself to scandalous wilful beggary,
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Cardinal Baronius, of no small account in the Romish Hierarchy, foreseeing such a scandal, cites the Ancients asserting John to have held his house seated on the hill of Sion,
Cardinal Baronius, of no small account in the Romish Hierarchy, Foreseeing such a scandal, cites the Ancients asserting John to have held his house seated on the hill of Sion,
and that for the nobleness of his descent, he was in great favour with Caiaphas the high Priest, to whom he made sale of his Territories in Galilee. The best Criticks declare that NONLATINALPHABET, in the Greek, signifie the same with NONLATINALPHABET, which always implies reality of Substance;
and that for the nobleness of his descent, he was in great favour with Caiaphas the high Priest, to whom he made sale of his Territories in Galilee. The best Critics declare that, in the Greek, signify the same with, which always Implies reality of Substance;
but rather to preserve the materials of Charity, that the Lord may be glorified through the liberal distributions of such who are enriched in every thing to all bountifulness, 2 Cor. 9.11.
but rather to preserve the materials of Charity, that the Lord may be glorified through the liberal distributions of such who Are enriched in every thing to all bountifulness, 2 Cor. 9.11.
Whence I conceive that a godly wise man may desire always to have all sufficiency in all things, as they are subservient, necessary means to undertake great matters of Religion,
Whence I conceive that a godly wise man may desire always to have all sufficiency in all things, as they Are subservient, necessary means to undertake great matters of Religion,
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why doth the Apostle say, Phil. 4.12. I know how to want, and how to abound? But to instruct, if it please God to exercise his patience with suffering want, he was ready to serve him in all obedience;
why does the Apostle say, Philip 4.12. I know how to want, and how to abound? But to instruct, if it please God to exercise his patience with suffering want, he was ready to serve him in all Obedience;
Besides, the Authour and Finisher of our Faith, who came into the world, that we, through his poverty, might be made rich, 2 Cor. 8.9. did not lead so base and sordid a life, as some pretend, but had a competency of needful provisions.
Beside, the Author and Finisher of our Faith, who Come into the world, that we, through his poverty, might be made rich, 2 Cor. 8.9. did not led so base and sordid a life, as Some pretend, but had a competency of needful provisions.
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to which end, the Disciples thought in the thirteenth of John, verse twenty nine, that Christ bid Judas to buy those necessaries they had use of against a festival day.
to which end, the Disciples Thought in the thirteenth of John, verse twenty nine, that christ bid Judas to buy those necessaries they had use of against a festival day.
All which are as Clouds of Witnesses, that the Primitive times did not hold a voluntary dereliction of worldly wealth, a state of greater perfection then others,
All which Are as Clouds of Witnesses, that the Primitive times did not hold a voluntary dereliction of worldly wealth, a state of greater perfection then Others,
For God hath not created man to inherit the earth in common. 'Tis registred, Deut. 32.8. the most High divided the Nations their inheritance, he hath separated the Sons of Adam. And having commanded the Land of Canaan to be divided, he gave in charge that the inheritances allotted, should not be alienated from one Tribe to another:
For God hath not created man to inherit the earth in Common. It's registered, Deuteronomy 32.8. the most High divided the nations their inheritance, he hath separated the Sons of Adam. And having commanded the Land of Canaan to be divided, he gave in charge that the inheritances allotted, should not be alienated from one Tribe to Another:
When the Children of Israel were come into the Land of Canaan, every Tribe had his possession allotted by Joshua. The tenth Commandment forbidding us to covet any thing that is our Neighbours, implies our Neighbour to have Goods peculiar to himself.
When the Children of Israel were come into the Land of Canaan, every Tribe had his possession allotted by joshua. The tenth Commandment forbidding us to covet any thing that is our Neighbours, Implies our Neighbour to have Goods peculiar to himself.
If the holding of Estates in private, had displeased the Almighty, then when Zacheus, upon his receiving Christ into his house, said, Behold, Lord, half of my goods I give to the poor;
If the holding of Estates in private, had displeased the Almighty, then when Zacchaeus, upon his receiving christ into his house, said, Behold, Lord, half of my goods I give to the poor;
which caused Peter to answer Ananias, Act. 5. While it remained, was it not thy own? That which was sold and made common, was not disposed as every one pleased,
which caused Peter to answer Ananias, Act. 5. While it remained, was it not thy own? That which was sold and made Common, was not disposed as every one pleased,
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Moreover, if no single person hath any right to his Goods, what needed Naboth to keep such ado about his Vineyard? It was not Ahab, but Naboth, that on this account was in jurious, by usurping to himself what was not confirmed to him by a rightful Title.
Moreover, if no single person hath any right to his Goods, what needed Naboth to keep such ado about his Vineyard? It was not Ahab, but Naboth, that on this account was in jurious, by usurping to himself what was not confirmed to him by a rightful Title.
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Can we be said to steal that which I may as justly call mine, as thou thine? If propriety be not established, Almsdeeds will be useless, Family provisions needless, forrein Merchandizing quite neglected.
Can we be said to steal that which I may as justly call mine, as thou thine? If propriety be not established, Almsdeeds will be useless, Family provisions needless, foreign Merchandising quite neglected.
Should you say, If such a commanding Object of Charity were presented to you as Christs distressed Mother, you would readily sacrifice your Estate to sustain her? Behold, Christ in the 12 of Saint Matthew, vers. 50. calls all those who do the will of his heavenly Father, his Mother, Brothers and Sisters:
Should you say, If such a commanding Object of Charity were presented to you as Christ distressed Mother, you would readily sacrifice your Estate to sustain her? Behold, christ in the 12 of Saint Matthew, vers. 50. calls all those who do the will of his heavenly Father, his Mother, Brother's and Sisters:
disperse out of your private store to raise a stock for relief of their wants; and with John, you have expressed an operative effectual regard of Christs Mother.
disperse out of your private store to raise a stock for relief of their Wants; and with John, you have expressed an operative effectual regard of Christ Mother.
For we are Gods workmanship, created unto good works, which he hath prepared that we should walk in them, Ephes. 2.9, 10. Yea, to be cold in doing good, is to srustrate the end of our Redemption. Tit. 2.14. Christ, saith Saint Paul, gave himself to redeem us from all iniquity,
For we Are God's workmanship, created unto good works, which he hath prepared that we should walk in them, Ephesians 2.9, 10. Yea, to be cold in doing good, is to srustrate the end of our Redemption. Tit. 2.14. christ, Says Saint Paul, gave himself to Redeem us from all iniquity,
The rightly ordained Orthodox Ministers of the Church of England, do preach and print, that good works, in the concernments of Salvation, are necessary quoad praesentiam, non quoad efficientiam:
The rightly ordained Orthodox Ministers of the Church of England, do preach and print, that good works, in the concernments of Salvation, Are necessary quoad praesentiam, non quoad efficientiam:
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because in those Christian Love-feasts they distributed out of their fulness to the relief of their necessitous Fellow-members. In Exod. 23.15. God will have none of his people in keeping of their Feasts to appear empty before him;
Because in those Christian Love-feasts they distributed out of their fullness to the relief of their necessitous Fellow members. In Exod 23.15. God will have none of his people in keeping of their Feasts to appear empty before him;
you can scarce go up and down the streets, but you may hear many complaining they have been wounded by extravagant Thieves, stript of their Livelyhood,
you can scarce go up and down the streets, but you may hear many complaining they have been wounded by extravagant Thieves, stripped of their Livelihood,
So that there's need of many pitiful Samaritans to bind up their wounds, to pour Oyl into their sores, to resent their miseries, not with the tongue-deep, empty ceremonies, Jam. 2. Depart in peace, be ye warmed, be ye full;
So that there's need of many pitiful Samaritans to bind up their wounds, to pour Oil into their sores, to resent their misery's, not with the tongue-deep, empty ceremonies, Jam. 2. Depart in peace, be you warmed, be you full;
For who stops his ears to their cries, he also shall cry himself and not be heard, Prov. 21.13. Dives, in his life time, regarded not Lazarus plaints, and Christ gives no ear to his howlings in hell.
For who stops his ears to their cries, he also shall cry himself and not be herd, Curae 21.13. Dives, in his life time, regarded not Lazarus plaints, and christ gives no ear to his howlings in hell.
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But especially let the bowels of your compassion be stirred within you, your hands open'd wide towards the Lords Embassadours, the Disposers of his secrets, who in many places are under great suffering of much want.
But especially let the bowels of your compassion be stirred within you, your hands opened wide towards the lords ambassadors, the Disposers of his secrets, who in many places Are under great suffering of much want.
My Blood was ready to curdle, my Heart to bleed, when a Right Reverend Overseer of Christs Flock, a learned Champion of the Truth, published in print not long ago, he was forc'd to take care for his back and belly,
My Blood was ready to curdle, my Heart to bleed, when a Right Reverend Overseer of Christ Flock, a learned Champion of the Truth, published in print not long ago, he was forced to take care for his back and belly,
who, in that age wherein he lived, for his deep learning and variety of knowledge, was stiled, The Profound Doctor. So excellently learned judicious Mr. Cambden expresseth it in his Britannia. Touching the said City of the Shire, may it not be said of it,
who, in that age wherein he lived, for his deep learning and variety of knowledge, was styled, The Profound Doctor. So excellently learned judicious Mr. Camden Expresses it in his Britannia. Touching the said city of the Shire, may it not be said of it,
it exceeds many great ones in number of well-endowed Hospitals, Monuments of Bounty and Liberality. Do not degenerate from your Predecessors, who lived before you;
it exceeds many great ones in number of well-endowed Hospitals, Monuments of Bounty and Liberality. Do not degenerate from your Predecessors, who lived before you;
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honour the Lord with your Substance, as far as you are able, remembering he that soweth liberally, shall reap liberally, 2 Cor. 9.6. Fill the bellies of them, who are ready to starve;
honour the Lord with your Substance, as Far as you Are able, remembering he that Soweth liberally, shall reap liberally, 2 Cor. 9.6. Fill the bellies of them, who Are ready to starve;
Now the Eternal, Invisible, onely wise GOD, who doth all things accoridng to the Counsel of his own Will, give us Grace to be Charitable to our own Souls, by distributing out of our store to the want of others;
Now the Eternal, Invisible, only wise GOD, who does all things accoridng to the Counsel of his own Will, give us Grace to be Charitable to our own Souls, by distributing out of our store to the want of Others;
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We beseech him to enable us with contentfulness in all Estates, with cheerfulness in tribulations, with confidence in his saving help, though he should slay us;
We beseech him to enable us with contentfulness in all Estates, with cheerfulness in tribulations, with confidence in his Saving help, though he should slay us;
that so when we are to leave our earthly home, we may be taken into his Coelestial Habitations, where with blessed Mary, devout John, and with all Gods Elect people, we shall worship and enjoy his beatifying Presence in eternal holiness and happiness:
that so when we Are to leave our earthly home, we may be taken into his Celestial Habitations, where with blessed Marry, devout John, and with all God's Elect people, we shall worship and enjoy his beatifying Presence in Eternal holiness and happiness:
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NONLATINALPHABET Hebr. NONLATINALPHABET Kerats Chald. scidit, & Syriace per metaph. accusavit. Inde nomen Syriac. NONLATINALPHABET Kartso Accusatio, calumnia, unde addito verbo NONLATINALPHABET Achal, quod significat edere, Acal-Kartso, accusavit, q. d. accusationem, vel calumniam edit. Inde nomen participale NONLATINALPHABET Oeel-Kartso, Accusator, Diabolus ' quasi calumniis vescens.
Hebrew Kerats Chald. scidit, & Syriace per Metaphor. accusavit. Inde Nome Syriac. Kartso Accusatio, Calumny, unde addito verbo Achel, quod significat Eat, Acal-Kartso, accusavit, q. worser. accusationem, vel calumniam edit. Inde Nome participale Oeel-Kartso, Accusator, Diabolus ' quasi calumniis vescens.
