The doctrine of the cross, or, The duty of Christian suffering as it is necessary and subservient in order to the obtaining eternal salvation, delivered in a sermon on Matth. 13. 20, 21 / by Richard Stafford.
TRuly, there are but few now a days of that mind, who care to go to Heaven that way, That ye may be counted worthy of the Kingdom of God, for which ye also suffer.
TRuly, there Are but few now a days of that mind, who care to go to Heaven that Way, That you may be counted worthy of the Kingdom of God, for which you also suffer.
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and outward Worshippers, yea, and of most who are called Christians at this day, is, That if they only shall be counted worthy of the Kingdom of God who suffer for it;
and outward Worshippers, yea, and of most who Are called Christians At this day, is, That if they only shall be counted worthy of the Kingdom of God who suffer for it;
Even so now too many will deny Christ (as the denying of any part of the Word and Commandment of God, is denying of Christ, inasmuch as Christ is the Word of God) to avoid Shame, the Cross, and Persecution.
Even so now too many will deny christ (as the denying of any part of the Word and Commandment of God, is denying of christ, inasmuch as christ is the Word of God) to avoid Shame, the Cross, and Persecution.
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If any are of this mind, who shall Hear or Read these Lines, I am to declare and make known to such, That there is somewhat wanting in them, which is absolutely necessary to Salvation.
If any Are of this mind, who shall Hear or Read these Lines, I am to declare and make known to such, That there is somewhat wanting in them, which is absolutely necessary to Salvation.
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and throughout our Life, if we would indeed follow Jesus in the Regeneration, and if we would have our Souls when we die be where he is, even in Heaven above.
and throughout our Life, if we would indeed follow jesus in the Regeneration, and if we would have our Souls when we die be where he is, even in Heaven above.
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Father, I will that they also whom thou hast given me be with me where I am, John 17. And then we should follow him now, That as Jesus was, so we may be in this World. 1 Joh. 4. 17. The fearful and all lyars shall have their part in the Luke, which burneth with Fire and Brimstone.
Father, I will that they also whom thou hast given me be with me where I am, John 17. And then we should follow him now, That as jesus was, so we may be in this World. 1 John 4. 17. The fearful and all liars shall have their part in the Luke, which burns with Fire and Brimstone.
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and against his Anointed Be ye therefore very couragious to keep and to do all that is written in the Law of Moses, that ye turn not aside there from to the Right hand, or to the Left.
and against his Anointed Be you Therefore very courageous to keep and to do all that is written in the Law of Moses, that you turn not aside there from to the Right hand, or to the Left.
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but too many Anti-christian Practices do abound therein, I say and testify, that people must be very courageous to keep and to do all that is written in the Gospel of Christ, that they turn not aside there from to the righthand, nor yet to the left:
but too many Antichristian Practices do abound therein, I say and testify, that people must be very courageous to keep and to do all that is written in the Gospel of christ, that they turn not aside there from to the Right hand, nor yet to the left:
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If they will indeed fulfil his last Commandment which he is recorded to have given in Commission unto his Disciples, To preach unto all Nations, teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you.
If they will indeed fulfil his last Commandment which he is recorded to have given in Commission unto his Disciples, To preach unto all nations, teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you.
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for this will not be a Religion to the saving of the Soul. But as long as People are in this ignorant corrupt World, they are for keeping some of the Commandments of God,
for this will not be a Religion to the Saving of the Soul. But as long as People Are in this ignorant corrupt World, they Are for keeping Some of the commandments of God,
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for if they had but Faith, they would never think or talk after that manner, That when God promises, For your shame you shall have double (that is, double Honour) and for confusion, they shall rejoyce in their Portion:
for if they had but Faith, they would never think or talk After that manner, That when God promises, For your shame you shall have double (that is, double Honour) and for confusion, they shall rejoice in their Portion:
Blessed be his Name for it, so that I am become an experimental Witness, which is the best and most satisfactory kind of any) with Persecutions; (these also have continued,
Blessed be his Name for it, so that I am become an experimental Witness, which is the best and most satisfactory kind of any) with Persecutions; (these also have continued,
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then if God performs and doth according to the things promised in this Life, this is an Earnest and Pledge in hand, that his other words will be also fulfilled in their season. Luk. 1. 20. And God having already done this for me (Blessed,
then if God performs and does according to the things promised in this Life, this is an Earnest and Pledge in hand, that his other words will be also fulfilled in their season. Luk. 1. 20. And God having already done this for me (Blessed,
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and ever blessed be his Divine Goodness for the same.) This is a comfortable and assmed evidence unto me, that he will give me in the world to come Eternal Life.
and ever blessed be his Divine goodness for the same.) This is a comfortable and assmed evidence unto me, that he will give me in the world to come Eternal Life.
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As also it doth confirm me abundantly, and satisfy me clearly, that notwithstanding I do bear in my Bosom the Reproaches of the Mighty People, that I have been and am indeed a doing the Work of the Lord all along.
As also it does confirm me abundantly, and satisfy me clearly, that notwithstanding I do bear in my Bosom the Reproaches of the Mighty People, that I have been and am indeed a doing the Work of the Lord all along.
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It is agreeable to the method and doings of God, to send out his Extraordinary Messengers and Disciples with a Provide neither Gold, nor Silver, nor Brass in your Purses.
It is agreeable to the method and doings of God, to send out his Extraordinary Messengers and Disciples with a Provide neither Gold, nor Silver, nor Brass in your Purses.
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for I have fed to the Full, and to the satisfying of my Soul, and yet much more to the Peace of my Conscience, that when I have been at my Father's Table.
for I have fed to the Full, and to the satisfying of my Soul, and yet much more to the Peace of my Conscience, that when I have been At my Father's Table.
Psal. 40. 23. That they who shall hear or read this, may learn and remember from such a poor and mean Example as now writeth this, whom God hath carried through and preserved all along, He brought me also out of an horrible Pit (where in a Litteral sense Men did ride and trample over mine Head) and out of the mi•ry Clay (although the deliverance is not yet through and perfect) for I hope that he will set my feet upon a Rock, and establish my Goings.
Psalm 40. 23. That they who shall hear or read this, may Learn and Remember from such a poor and mean Exampl as now Writeth this, whom God hath carried through and preserved all along, He brought me also out of an horrible Pit (where in a Litera sense Men did ride and trample over mine Head) and out of the mi•ry Clay (although the deliverance is not yet through and perfect) for I hope that he will Set my feet upon a Rock, and establish my Goings.
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The Sixth Chapter of Daniel throughout is mighty full, pertinent, and express to this purpose, where the Devil had a mind to raise Persecution against Daniel. Which the Great God over all suffered, to prove his Servant.
The Sixth Chapter of daniel throughout is mighty full, pertinent, and express to this purpose, where the devil had a mind to raise Persecution against daniel. Which the Great God over all suffered, to prove his Servant.
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The Promises of present Comfort, Stay and Support, and also of the future Recompence are so full and many throughout the whole Book of God, which are annexed to the sustaining any Loss or Suffering for his sake, his Word,
The Promises of present Comfort, Stay and Support, and also of the future Recompense Are so full and many throughout the Whole Book of God, which Are annexed to the sustaining any Loss or Suffering for his sake, his Word,
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Sam. 15. 3.) so that if we fall into them, and thus come in for Sharers and Partakers both of the present and future Benefits, which God that cannot lye, hath promised to them that Suffer,
Sam. 15. 3.) so that if we fallen into them, and thus come in for Sharers and Partakers both of the present and future Benefits, which God that cannot lie, hath promised to them that Suffer,
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Who will reprove Sin in his Brethren and Neighbours, according to what is commanded in Levit. 19. 17. and do this indefinitely, without Respect of Persons, not thinking that rich People sin more excuseably than others,
Who will reprove since in his Brothers and Neighbours, according to what is commanded in Levit. 19. 17. and do this indefinitely, without Respect of Persons, not thinking that rich People since more excuseably than Others,
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nor yet are they allowed to transgress, but they ought to obey the Word of God all one as the Poor ▪ yea and reprove them sharply. Not mincing or softning the Matter,
nor yet Are they allowed to transgress, but they ought to obey the Word of God all one as the Poor ▪ yea and reprove them sharply. Not mincing or softening the Matter,
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But as for those that seem to be Religious, and make a fair shew in the Flesh, who may observe some of the Laws and Directions of Christ, but not all of them;
But as for those that seem to be Religious, and make a fair show in the Flesh, who may observe Some of the Laws and Directions of christ, but not all of them;
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and in the way of the Multitude, and they are of that Pharisaical Temper, as to justify themselves before men. Luk. 16. 15. and they make it their Chiefest care to seem outwardly Religious and Righteous;
and in the Way of the Multitude, and they Are of that Pharisaical Temper, as to justify themselves before men. Luk. 16. 15. and they make it their Chiefest care to seem outwardly Religious and Righteous;
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such indeed and the like may (as the false Prophets were of old, to whom a wo was pronounced for this Reason) Be well spoken of by all men, or at least by the Generality of the world;
such indeed and the like may (as the false prophets were of old, to whom a woe was pronounced for this Reason) Be well spoken of by all men, or At least by the Generality of the world;
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The reason why the several Churches, and the People of different Perswasions at this day have external Rest and free Liberty of outward worship, is because they consent and partake with other Men's Sins;
The reason why the several Churches, and the People of different Persuasions At this day have external Rest and free Liberty of outward worship, is Because they consent and partake with other Men's Sins;
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Sin, Iniquity, Transgression and Hypocrisie in High Places, the Devil would quickly go out again to make war with them which keep the Commandments of God Rev. 12. 17. And he would raise Strife, Opposition and Persecution against them.
since, Iniquity, Transgression and Hypocrisy in High Places, the devil would quickly go out again to make war with them which keep the commandments of God Rev. 12. 17. And he would raise Strife, Opposition and Persecution against them.
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It is reported of Ambrose, who was a Saint and Servant of God in his Generation, that in his journeying he came to an Inn, where calling for the Inn-keeper,
It is reported of Ambrose, who was a Saint and Servant of God in his Generation, that in his journeying he Come to an Inn, where calling for the Innkeeper,
and beginning to discourse with him (by the way, the Talk of people was then more Divine, serious and edifying than it is now a days) when the Inn-keeper told him he had never any Affliction in his Life, Ambrose thereupon immediately remov'd his Quarters from that House, concluding within himself, that such an one was no good Man,
and beginning to discourse with him (by the Way, the Talk of people was then more Divine, serious and edifying than it is now a days) when the Innkeeper told him he had never any Affliction in his Life, Ambrose thereupon immediately removed his Quarters from that House, concluding within himself, that such an one was no good Man,
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For indeed if we look into the glass of the Word, we shall there see and find, that present Impunity and Prosperity are rather signs that such, who have them, are Bastards, than the Children of God;
For indeed if we look into the glass of the Word, we shall there see and find, that present Impunity and Prosperity Are rather Signs that such, who have them, Are Bastards, than the Children of God;
For if any be without Persecution or Reproach, Affliction or Chastisement (whereof all the Servants of God in all Generations and Countries have been Partakers.) Either the Scriptures are not true which speak universally of some kind of Affliction or Hatred to all God's people (which would be horrid blasphemy to affirm;
For if any be without Persecution or Reproach, Affliction or Chastisement (whereof all the Servants of God in all Generations and Countries have been Partakers.) Either the Scriptures Are not true which speak universally of Some kind of Affliction or Hatred to all God's people (which would be horrid blasphemy to affirm;
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until all be fulfilled) or rather, which is the very Truth, such people who thus escape scotfree from any Trouble or Vexation from the World, are none of the People, Saints, and Servants of God;
until all be fulfilled) or rather, which is the very Truth, such people who thus escape Scot free from any Trouble or Vexation from the World, Are none of the People, Saints, and Servants of God;
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After that our Saviour Jesus Christ (who had the Character from God, that he was his beloved Son) had with excellent Arguing, shewed the unreasonableness thereof, that the World should hate Him or his Disciples in John 15. 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 ▪ 24. He sums up,
After that our Saviour jesus christ (who had the Character from God, that he was his Beloved Son) had with excellent Arguing, showed the unreasonableness thereof, that the World should hate Him or his Disciples in John 15. 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 ▪ 24. He sums up,
and concludes that whole Discourse with this observable Truth, But this cometh to pass that the Word might be fulfilled, which is written in their Law, they hated me without a cause.
and concludes that Whole Discourse with this observable Truth, But this comes to pass that the Word might be fulfilled, which is written in their Law, they hated me without a cause.
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Good God! what a strange kind of ignorant and corrupt World do we live in? Many of my Countrey Men and Neighbours (I was a reproach among all mine Enemies,
Good God! what a strange kind of ignorant and corrupt World do we live in? Many of my Country Men and Neighbours (I was a reproach among all mine Enemies,
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as certainly all those are who obey but a part thereof, and not the whole Law of God Yea and fools, in that they lose the future Recompence, promised unto Suffering for Well-doing ▪ Who so order their Religion, that it costs them nothing of Expence, Trouble, or Inconveniency.
as Certainly all those Are who obey but a part thereof, and not the Whole Law of God Yea and Fools, in that they loose the future Recompense, promised unto Suffering for Welldoing ▪ Who so order their Religion, that it costs them nothing of Expense, Trouble, or Inconveniency.
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before the time draws nigh, that they must die, and go out of these Bodies.) That is, they want the Trust on God. Now this Word, Trust, is a relative Term,
before the time draws High, that they must die, and go out of these Bodies.) That is, they want the Trust on God. Now this Word, Trust, is a relative Term,
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But herein is the true Excellency and Benefit (for only thus the present and future Good thereof are to be had) of trusting on God, When the fig-tree shall not blossom,
But herein is the true Excellency and Benefit (for only thus the present and future Good thereof Are to be had) of trusting on God, When the Fig tree shall not blossom,
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Hab. 3. 17, 18. And so this is the Praise and Reward of trusting on God (for it goes beyond that kind of Trusting on God which the people of the world have) when we can trust on God in deep Poverty, Sickness,
Hab. 3. 17, 18. And so this is the Praise and Reward of trusting on God (for it Goes beyond that kind of Trusting on God which the people of the world have) when we can trust on God in deep Poverty, Sickness,
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And trust, that although these outward evils by their pressing and sitting heavy upon us, do well •igh consume and destroy us (saith the Psalmist, I am almost consumed,
And trust, that although these outward evils by their pressing and sitting heavy upon us, do well •igh consume and destroy us (Says the Psalmist, I am almost consumed,
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but I have not forgotten thy Law) and make us to perish, yet we know and hope, that God will make a way for our escape (without our sinful compliances,
but I have not forgotten thy Law) and make us to perish, yet we know and hope, that God will make a Way for our escape (without our sinful compliances,
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because such is the mind of his Reasonable Creatures, who come most near to the likeness of God in Knowledge and Understanding, and of being without fear.
Because such is the mind of his Reasonable Creatures, who come most near to the likeness of God in Knowledge and Understanding, and of being without Fear.
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I might make a whole Sermon in Quoting and Amassing together those manifold Scriptures (as indeed there are very many of them throughout the whole Book of the Lord) which explain and confirm that Great Duty of Trust on God, in the same Sense and Meaning aforementioned.
I might make a Whole Sermon in Quoting and Amassing together those manifold Scriptures (as indeed there Are very many of them throughout the Whole Book of the Lord) which explain and confirm that Great Duty of Trust on God, in the same Sense and Meaning aforementioned.
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all this and the like is quite opposite and contrary unto the making the Lord our Trust. But that that Man is blessed, who maketh the Lord his Trust, we have it not only affirmed here,
all this and the like is quite opposite and contrary unto the making the Lord our Trust. But that that Man is blessed, who makes the Lord his Trust, we have it not only affirmed Here,
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but almost in every one of the Hundred and Fifty Psalms. Especially yet more in those who have the Title and Inscription of, A Psalm of David. Therein is more said hereof (considering the like Quantity and Proportion of Words) than in the Books of Moses, or in the Writings of the Prophets, Evangelists and Apostles. Though all these also are sufficiently fraught with Blessings and Promises, made and annexed to the trusting on God.
but almost in every one of the Hundred and Fifty Psalms. Especially yet more in those who have the Title and Inscription of, A Psalm of David. Therein is more said hereof (considering the like Quantity and Proportion of Words) than in the Books of Moses, or in the Writings of the prophets, Evangelists and Apostles. Though all these also Are sufficiently fraught with Blessings and Promises, made and annexed to the trusting on God.
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Why did David the sweet Singer of Israel harp more upon that String than others? For indeed both the Book of Psalms, and also the whole Book of God ▪ and the Matter thereof is a well tun'd Cymbal.
Why did David the sweet Singer of Israel harp more upon that String than Others? For indeed both the Book of Psalms, and also the Whole Book of God ▪ and the Matter thereof is a well tuned Cymbal.
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so he is much, or rather more by his Spirit with his Servants in Trouble, than when they are out of it.) By the same Spirit he made known unto David those his manifold precious Promises and Truths concerning Trouble, Affliction, and such like.
so he is much, or rather more by his Spirit with his Servants in Trouble, than when they Are out of it.) By the same Spirit he made known unto David those his manifold precious Promises and Truths Concerning Trouble, Affliction, and such like.
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How we should behave our selves under it until God gives Deliverance, and what good things he will give to such as have been exercised thereby, to make amends for the evil they have had.
How we should behave our selves under it until God gives Deliverance, and what good things he will give to such as have been exercised thereby, to make amends for the evil they have had.
For this very same Reason, the Prophets who have spoken unto us in the Name of the Lord, are set forth for an Example of suffering Affliction, and of Patience.
For this very same Reason, the prophets who have spoken unto us in the Name of the Lord, Are Set forth for an Exampl of suffering Affliction, and of Patience.
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The Lord God in his manifold and wonderful Wisdom having on purpose suffered Affliction to be laid on their Loins, that they might the better speak forth in the Name of the Lord his Truths and Promises concerning it.
The Lord God in his manifold and wondered Wisdom having on purpose suffered Affliction to be laid on their Loins, that they might the better speak forth in the Name of the Lord his Truths and Promises Concerning it.
James 5 11. who for this Cause also seems to have undergone all those Great Sufferings, that he might the better hereby speak and declare true Words and right Words concerning those same Sufferings,
James 5 11. who for this Cause also seems to have undergone all those Great Sufferings, that he might the better hereby speak and declare true Words and right Words Concerning those same Sufferings,
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when all the great Promises of Scripture shall be turned into Performances, and all those things which he hath there spoken of, shall be made good, verified and fulfilled;
when all the great Promises of Scripture shall be turned into Performances, and all those things which he hath there spoken of, shall be made good, verified and fulfilled;
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This will be so clearly seen at the Distribution and Restitution of all things, that even the Souls of those very same People who heretofore were offended,
This will be so clearly seen At the Distribution and Restitution of all things, that even the Souls of those very same People who heretofore were offended,
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yea, and gainfully rest in what is called the Foolish Doctrine, of suffering according to the will of God, 1 Pet. 4. 19. and have trusted on his stay, support and invisible Protection therein,
yea, and gainfully rest in what is called the Foolish Doctrine, of suffering according to the will of God, 1 Pet. 4. 19. and have trusted on his stay, support and invisible Protection therein,
King Agrippa, believest thou the Prophets, I know that thou believest, Acts 26. 27. So I now put you all to it, that shall hear or read these Lines, do you believe the Scriptures, I know that some of ye do believe them.
King Agrippa, Believest thou the prophets, I know that thou Believest, Acts 26. 27. So I now put you all to it, that shall hear or read these Lines, do you believe the Scriptures, I know that Some of you do believe them.
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And to such of ye who do believe them, I have made known such things from out of the same Scriptures (which shall be certainly fulfilled in their Season, concerning the exceeding benefit and sweetness of suffering for God and his Word, that some of ye may be in love with Suffering,
And to such of you who do believe them, I have made known such things from out of the same Scriptures (which shall be Certainly fulfilled in their Season, Concerning the exceeding benefit and sweetness of suffering for God and his Word, that Some of you may be in love with Suffering,
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But as we are unwilling to trust the issue and main event of a Battel, only to raw, fresh and newly disciplined Souldiers, (there should be much teaching and exercise,
But as we Are unwilling to trust the issue and main event of a Battle, only to raw, fresh and newly disciplined Soldiers, (there should be much teaching and exercise,
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before they come to real Blows and Fighting) although perhaps these may seem to shew more Heat and Forwardness, more Earnestness and Courage than old Beaten Souldiers;
before they come to real Blows and Fighting) although perhaps these may seem to show more Heat and Forwardness, more Earnestness and Courage than old Beaten Soldiers;
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According to the Rules and Directions of God's written Word, and according to the Examples of the Primitive Christians, whose Behaviour was when they were disturbed and interrupted in their Assembling of themselves together, they did not for all that, refrain or neglect the assembling of themselves together,
According to the Rules and Directions of God's written Word, and according to the Examples of the Primitive Christians, whose Behaviour was when they were disturbed and interrupted in their Assembling of themselves together, they did not for all that, refrain or neglect the assembling of themselves together,
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and an Hearing of the same things over again, When the great Day of his Judgment is come, will make any one that hath the Faith and Knowledge thereof (as she had some) to tremble like the Leaves of the Forrest;
and an Hearing of the same things over again, When the great Day of his Judgement is come, will make any one that hath the Faith and Knowledge thereof (as she had Some) to tremble like the Leaves of the Forest;
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I hope I should have committed my Soul unto God in well-doing (which the Preaching and Ministry of the Word is) as unto a faithful Creator, not trusting in my self (Remembring well the Story of that Boasting Pseudo Martyr in Queen Mary 's Days) but in God who giveth strength and power unto Israel; and who would in the day I should cry unto him for it, strengthen me with strength in my Soul, Psal. 138. 3. Who hath delivered us already from Five Troubles,
I hope I should have committed my Soul unto God in welldoing (which the Preaching and Ministry of the Word is) as unto a faithful Creator, not trusting in my self (Remembering well the Story of that Boasting Pseudo Martyr in Queen Marry is Days) but in God who gives strength and power unto Israel; and who would in the day I should cry unto him for it, strengthen me with strength in my Soul, Psalm 138. 3. Who hath Delivered us already from Five Troubles,
Who art thou that thou shouldest be afraid of Man that shall die, and of the Son of Man which shall be made as Grass? and forgettest the Lord thy Maker, that hath stretched forth the Heavens,
Who art thou that thou Shouldst be afraid of Man that shall die, and of the Son of Man which shall be made as Grass? and forgettest the Lord thy Maker, that hath stretched forth the Heavens,
as if he were ready to destroy, and where is the fury of the Oppressor? Isa. 51. 13, 14. Persecution or Tribulation, could never have its designed Effect, which the Devil intends in raising and stirring it up,
as if he were ready to destroy, and where is the fury of the Oppressor? Isaiah 51. 13, 14. Persecution or Tribulation, could never have its designed Effect, which the devil intends in raising and stirring it up,
and occasion of falling, in the way of those who are Persecuted, as by committing of Sin, putting forth their Hands unto Iniquity, consenting with the Deed of them, partaking with their Persecutors Sins, or such like.
and occasion of falling, in the Way of those who Are Persecuted, as by committing of since, putting forth their Hands unto Iniquity, consenting with the Deed of them, partaking with their Persecutors Sins, or such like.
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But if in all these, and the like cases and instances of Trial and Temptation, People did not fear neither the Persons of the Oppressors and Persecutors themselves,
But if in all these, and the like cases and instances of Trial and Temptation, People did not Fear neither the Persons of the Oppressors's and Persecutors themselves,
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nor yet that present Evil and Inconvenience they would lay upon them, than as Christ Jesus their Forerunner, (who in that himself hath suffered, being tempted, he is also able to succour them that are tempted) said upon another not much unlike Occasion;
nor yet that present Evil and Inconvenience they would lay upon them, than as christ jesus their Forerunner, (who in that himself hath suffered, being tempted, he is also able to succour them that Are tempted) said upon Another not much unlike Occasion;
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So although the Devil is coming to raise a storm of Persecution, Affliction and Tribulation against us, by such of our Fellow-Creatures, his incarnate Instruments,
So although the devil is coming to raise a storm of Persecution, Affliction and Tribulation against us, by such of our Fellow-Creatures, his incarnate Instruments,
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and so we ought to fear God more than Man, according to Luke 12. 4, 5. As long as we have this inward Grace and Knowledge, this Strength and Resolution of Soul, which is to have the Testimony of Jesus Christ, here it is impossible that the Devil should overcome them,
and so we ought to Fear God more than Man, according to Lycia 12. 4, 5. As long as we have this inward Grace and Knowledge, this Strength and Resolution of Soul, which is to have the Testimony of jesus christ, Here it is impossible that the devil should overcome them,
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whereupon it may be observed, that the Exhortation which therein is given, to confirm the Souls of the Disciples and Servants of Christ, touching this matter, that through much Tribulation they must enter into the Kingdom of God;
whereupon it may be observed, that the Exhortation which therein is given, to confirm the Souls of the Disciples and Servants of christ, touching this matter, that through much Tribulation they must enter into the Kingdom of God;
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This is the drift and design of those two great Places in Isaiah 51. 13. and 57. 11. as also of that Command of Christ, in Luke 12. 4. 5. Mind diligently what excellent Reasoning and Truth, is couched and contained in those Words, Who art thou, that thou shouldest be afraid of Man that shall die? and of the Son of Man, which shall be made as •ras•.
This is the drift and Design of those two great Places in Isaiah 51. 13. and 57. 11. as also of that Command of christ, in Lycia 12. 4. 5. Mind diligently what excellent Reasoning and Truth, is couched and contained in those Words, Who art thou, that thou Shouldst be afraid of Man that shall die? and of the Son of Man, which shall be made as •ras•.
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Is not Man a weak frail Lump of Clay, just enlivened? And what a fluid and uncertain perishing thing, is that puff of Breath which is in his Nostrils? Think throughly hereof,
Is not Man a weak frail Lump of Clay, just enlivened? And what a fluid and uncertain perishing thing, is that puff of Breath which is in his Nostrils? Think thoroughly hereof,
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and when the shadow of Death sits upon his Eye-lids, coughing and panting, and groaning, and fetching his Breath short, till he breaths out the very last.
and when the shadow of Death sits upon his Eyelids, coughing and panting, and groaning, and fetching his Breath short, till he breathes out the very last.
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And surely then such must be ashamed that ever made Man his Defence (who cannot preserve and deliver his own Soul from flying out) or who to please, gratifie, comply with,
And surely then such must be ashamed that ever made Man his Defence (who cannot preserve and deliver his own Soul from flying out) or who to please, gratify, comply with,
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or to get the favour and good Will of this dying Creature, hath contracted sin and guilt in his Conscience, incurred the wrath and displeasure of the Lord God, which will remain and abide on the guilty Soul,
or to get the favour and good Will of this dying Creature, hath contracted since and guilt in his Conscience, incurred the wrath and displeasure of the Lord God, which will remain and abide on the guilty Soul,
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The more we know or consider of this, the less regard or respect we have unto Man. And therefore it is observable, that when the Prophet speaks of the fear of the Lord,
The more we know or Consider of this, the less regard or respect we have unto Man. And Therefore it is observable, that when the Prophet speaks of the Fear of the Lord,
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and of the glory of the Lord when he ariseth to shake terribly the Earth, it is thereupon immediately subjoyn'd, Cease ye from Man whose Breath is in his Nostrils,
and of the glory of the Lord when he arises to shake terribly the Earth, it is thereupon immediately subjoined, Cease you from Man whose Breath is in his Nostrils,
As also his Spirit doth here tacitely reprove that Deference and over Estimation which hath been given unto Man in former Generations, and continues at this day.
As also his Spirit does Here tacitly reprove that Deference and over Estimation which hath been given unto Man in former Generations, and continues At this day.
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But now in the latter days, very near drawing on, when the Lord ariseth to shake terribly the Earth, people will then know better, that the Lord alone may be exalted in that day.
But now in the latter days, very near drawing on, when the Lord arises to shake terribly the Earth, people will then know better, that the Lord alone may be exalted in that day.
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That though Man who hath abounded in Riches or Power, hath heretofore been much set by and accounted of by a parcel of their Fellow-Creatures. But this was their Ignorance;
That though Man who hath abounded in Riches or Power, hath heretofore been much Set by and accounted of by a parcel of their Fellow-Creatures. But this was their Ignorance;
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Christ will at length put down all Rule, and Authority, and Power, according to what is written. 1 Cor. 15. 24. notwithstanding now a days people make such a stir and contention about it in the World.
christ will At length put down all Rule, and authority, and Power, according to what is written. 1 Cor. 15. 24. notwithstanding now a days people make such a stir and contention about it in the World.
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This is certain again, That the more like to God and to Christ any one is (this is true Religion to imitate him whom thou worshippest, said one of the Antients) The less Regard or Respect he hath to the Person of Men.
This is certain again, That the more like to God and to christ any one is (this is true Religion to imitate him whom thou Worshippest, said one of the Ancients) The less Regard or Respect he hath to the Person of Men.
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Let men give what Commandments, Orders, or Forbiddings they will in Matters pertaining to Religion, in and amidst all these, the Israel, that is, the true People of God know what they have to do.
Let men give what commandments, Order, or Forbiddings they will in Matters pertaining to Religion, in and amid all these, the Israel, that is, the true People of God know what they have to do.
But this is one of the most abounding and spreading Sins of this Age and Nation, to respect Persons and idolize Man, which is crept in among the Religious also, to the Shame and Scandal of their Holy Profession,
But this is one of the most abounding and spreading Sins of this Age and nation, to respect Persons and idolise Man, which is crept in among the Religious also, to the Shame and Scandal of their Holy Profession,
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For almost all the Talk and Conversation abroad in the World, which the Underlings have with their Superiors, the Substantial and Rich People, commonly called Gentlefolks, is to say as they say,
For almost all the Talk and Conversation abroad in the World, which the Underlings have with their Superiors, the Substantial and Rich People, commonly called Gentlefolks, is to say as they say,
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(Doth not almost all the Talk and Conversation abroad in the World amount to much more than Vanity) with flattering lips, and with a double heart do they speak.
(Does not almost all the Talk and Conversation abroad in the World amount to much more than Vanity) with flattering lips, and with a double heart do they speak.
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It is so much Sin in the mean while, and will be punishment hereafter, according to what the Spirit of Truth saith, The Lord shall cut off all flattering lips,
It is so much since in the mean while, and will be punishment hereafter, according to what the Spirit of Truth Says, The Lord shall Cut off all flattering lips,
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Even so it is here, should not his Excellency make us afraid? Should not the infinitely exceeding Greatness of God over Man make us much more fear God than Man;
Even so it is Here, should not his Excellency make us afraid? Should not the infinitely exceeding Greatness of God over Man make us much more Fear God than Man;
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but not to touch the Man himself) as the vast Fabrick of the World doth exceed in Dimension the Bulk of one single Man. When the Soul shall depart from the Body,
but not to touch the Man himself) as the vast Fabric of the World does exceed in Dimension the Bulk of one single Man. When the Soul shall depart from the Body,
Then is it that the Souls of the Sinners and of the Guilty, will have a more terrible and lasting apprehension of the dreadful Majesty and Presence of God in coming near to them in judgment.
Then is it that the Souls of the Sinners and of the Guilty, will have a more terrible and lasting apprehension of the dreadful Majesty and Presence of God in coming near to them in judgement.
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Mal. 3. 5. and Punishment than the Israelites had of the appearance of his Angel on Mount Sinai, or as the consternation and fear we are now in amidst the most dreadful Thunder and Lightining, in an horrible Tempest or Earthquake.
Malachi 3. 5. and Punishment than the Israelites had of the appearance of his Angel on Mount Sinai, or as the consternation and Fear we Are now in amid the most dreadful Thunder and Lightining, in an horrible Tempest or Earthquake.
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What shall I say more? Even this, The more we fear God in this Life, the less we shall slavishly fear him in that which is to come, with that kind of fear which gendreth Bondage;
What shall I say more? Even this, The more we Fear God in this Life, the less we shall slavishly Fear him in that which is to come, with that kind of Fear which gendereth Bondage;
Let therefore the Spirit of the Lord rest upon us, and let himself give unto us the Spirit of Wisdom and Ʋnderstanding (whereby we shall be enabled to trust on him) the Spirit of Counsel and of might (therein is included Courage and Boldness) the Spirit of knowledge and of the fear of the Lord.
Let Therefore the Spirit of the Lord rest upon us, and let himself give unto us the Spirit of Wisdom and Ʋnderstanding (whereby we shall be enabled to trust on him) the Spirit of Counsel and of might (therein is included Courage and Boldness) the Spirit of knowledge and of the Fear of the Lord.
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or Worldly Prosperity, I had rather be ranked among the number of those to whom Christ shall say at the last Day, Ye are they which have continued with me in my Temptations,
or Worldly Prosperity, I had rather be ranked among the number of those to whom christ shall say At the last Day, You Are they which have continued with me in my Temptations,
and I appoint to you a Kingdom, as my Father hath appointed to me, Luke 22. 28, 29. And I would to God, that your Minds have been worked into such a good and resolved frame, by the things that have been spoken unto you out of the Book of the Lord, that ye will also avouch your selves unto Christ, who is the word, (so that he who doth it for the Words sake, doth it for Christ's sake.) Lord, I am ready to go with thee, both into Prison,
and I appoint to you a Kingdom, as my Father hath appointed to me, Lycia 22. 28, 29. And I would to God, that your Minds have been worked into such a good and resolved frame, by the things that have been spoken unto you out of the Book of the Lord, that you will also avouch your selves unto christ, who is the word, (so that he who does it for the Words sake, does it for Christ's sake.) Lord, I am ready to go with thee, both into Prison,
and to Death, Ver. 33. And then there is assured and well-grounded Hope, if this firm, constant mind be in you; (for Peter who said and boasted this, his Faith did fail,
and to Death, Ver. 33. And then there is assured and well-grounded Hope, if this firm, constant mind be in you; (for Peter who said and boasted this, his Faith did fail,
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and himself did flag and deny, when it came to an upshot and Trial) that such Men and Women, who are willing to continue with Christ in his Temptations (it is said in the Plural Number,
and himself did flag and deny, when it Come to an upshot and Trial) that such Men and Women, who Are willing to continue with christ in his Temptations (it is said in the Plural Number,
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