The works of the judicious and learned divine Dr. Thomas Taylor, part 1. sometimes preacher of Aldermanbury, London. Published by himself in his life time, in several smaller volumes, now collected together into three volumes in fol. two of which are here bound together. The first volume containing, I. An exposition on the 32. Psalm ... The second volume containing, I. An exposition of the parable of the sower and seed, on Luk. 8. ... The third volume is in the press, and will containe in it, I. The progress of sts, to full holinesse ...
Publisher: printed by Tho Ratcliffe for John Bartlet the elder sometimes living at the Gilt Cup in the Goldsmiths Row in Cheapside now in the New buildings on the south side of Pauls neer St Austins Gate
THe occasion of this worthy Sermon (breathed not only by an Apostolike spirit but from such an instrument also as was worthily accounted a Pillar of the Church, Gal. 2.9.) is laid down in the former verse, which containeth an abridgement of the most of the Chapter going before; included in these three points.
THe occasion of this worthy Sermon (breathed not only by an Apostolic Spirit but from such an Instrument also as was worthily accounted a Pillar of the Church, Gal. 2.9.) is laid down in the former verse, which Containeth an abridgement of the most of the Chapter going before; included in these three points.
even a Commandement from God by the ministery of an Angel, vers. 5. I sent for thee to Joppa (which was somewhat above thirty miles from Caesaria): Immediately, as soon as ever I had received the Commandement, without delay,
even a Commandment from God by the Ministry of an Angel, vers. 5. I sent for thee to Joppa (which was somewhat above thirty miles from Caesarea): Immediately, as soon as ever I had received the Commandment, without Delay,
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every one being of like authority and necessity: that are commanded thee of God; for Peter himself m•st bee confined within his Commission, and speak onely what God commandeth;
every one being of like Authority and necessity: that Are commanded thee of God; for Peter himself m•st be confined within his Commission, and speak only what God commands;
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But wee must conceive it rather to bee fetched from the Hebrews, who in this form of speech signifye, not the uttering of any trivial or vulgar matter;
But we must conceive it rather to be fetched from the Hebrews, who in this from of speech signify, not the uttering of any trivial or Vulgar matter;
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For it is attributed to every iust man, that his mouth speaketh wisdome, and his tongue talketh of judgement, Psa. 37.30. he judgeth of his speeches before he let them pass the doo• of his lips:
For it is attributed to every just man, that his Mouth speaks Wisdom, and his tongue talketh of judgement, Psa. 37.30. he Judgeth of his Speeches before he let them pass the doo• of his lips:
Now the Sermon following consisteth of three parts. The first is an entrance or preface, in the two first verses, 34, 35. 2 The Proposition or Narration;
Now the Sermon following Consisteth of three parts. The First is an Entrance or preface, in the two First Verses, 34, 35. 2 The Proposition or Narration;
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Thirdly, a King, proved by three Arguments: 1 By his rising from death, vers. 40, 41. 2 By sending out his Apostles to preach, v. 42. 3 By his coming to judge all flesh, ver. 42. 2 The same truth is confirmed by the witness of all the Prophets:
Thirdly, a King, proved by three Arguments: 1 By his rising from death, vers. 40, 41. 2 By sending out his Apostles to preach, v. 42. 3 By his coming to judge all Flesh, ver. 42. 2 The same truth is confirmed by the witness of all the prophets:
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for all men knew that he being a Jew had been very respective, lest at any time he should come near an Heathen or Gentile (such as Cornelius and his company were) for so it appeareth by his answer in the Vision, ver. 14. yea and after his vision he was full of doubts whether he might adventure into their company, till the Lord adds to his vision, a voyce;
for all men knew that he being a Jew had been very respective, lest At any time he should come near an Heathen or Gentile (such as Cornelius and his company were) for so it appears by his answer in the Vision, ver. 14. yea and After his vision he was full of doubts whither he might adventure into their company, till the Lord adds to his vision, a voice;
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bidding him go in to Cornelius, doubting nothing, vers. 20. Peter therefore most ingenuously in the first place acknowledgeth an error that had stuck by him:
bidding him go in to Cornelius, doubting nothing, vers. 20. Peter Therefore most ingenuously in the First place acknowledgeth an error that had stuck by him:
2 That the Lord had removed this error, manifestly teaching him, both by vision and voyce, that his grace did now extend it self over all sorts of men;
2 That the Lord had removed this error, manifestly teaching him, both by vision and voice, that his grace did now extend it self over all sorts of men;
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and therefore that he came not of his own head, moved by remerity, or rashness; but upon good ground, to teach even the Gentiles the mysteries of their salvation.
and Therefore that he Come not of his own head, moved by remerity, or rashness; but upon good ground, to teach even the Gentiles the Mysteres of their salvation.
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that he had not now to deal with prophane, and lewd persons, but such as the Lord had sanctified to himself, according to the vision and voyce, What or whom the Lord hath sanctified, account not thou prophane, vers. 15. Whence, 1 We have in this holy man a Map of Humane frailty, in which wee may see how heavie the best are to their duties:
that he had not now to deal with profane, and lewd Persons, but such as the Lord had sanctified to himself, according to the vision and voice, What or whom the Lord hath sanctified, account not thou profane, vers. 15. Whence, 1 We have in this holy man a Map of Humane frailty, in which we may see how heavy the best Are to their duties:
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but all Nations. Had not he heard often from the mouth of Christ, and read in the Writings of the Prophets, that the Gentiles must bee called in, that the Tents of the Church must bee enlarged, her Curtains stretched out,
but all nations. Had not he herd often from the Mouth of christ, and read in the Writings of the prophets, that the Gentiles must be called in, that the Tents of the Church must be enlarged, her Curtains stretched out,
and as though Christ had not been come, or as if himself had never conversed with him, he would still uphold the difference of peoples which his Mr. had destroyed, confine salvation to the Jews only,
and as though christ had not been come, or as if himself had never conversed with him, he would still uphold the difference of peoples which his Mr. had destroyed, confine salvation to the jews only,
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Let the Popish guides also look upon this example, and tell us whether Peter erred not, 1 In judgement. 2 After Christs promise. 3 In a weighty matter;
Let the Popish guides also look upon this Exampl, and tell us whither Peter erred not, 1 In judgement. 2 After Christ promise. 3 In a weighty matter;
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And then whether it be a sound ar•und, upon Peters person, or any promise made to him, to build their Popes immunity and freedome from error in matter of faith,
And then whither it be a found ar•und, upon Peter's person, or any promise made to him, to built their Popes immunity and freedom from error in matter of faith,
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Secondly, In that the Apostle Peter secretly implyeth an acknowledgement of his error, We have in him a worthy pattern of a special grace to be practised of us all;
Secondly, In that the Apostle Peter secretly Implies an acknowledgement of his error, We have in him a worthy pattern of a special grace to be practised of us all;
if the contention were not many times more for victory, than for truth; and rather lest error should bee acknowledged, than that truth should triumph over it.
if the contention were not many times more for victory, than for truth; and rather lest error should be acknowledged, than that truth should triumph over it.
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and contrarily to win by all good means such credit to his person, as that he may preserve a reverent estimation of himself in the hearts of his people.
and contrarily to win by all good means such credit to his person, as that he may preserve a reverend estimation of himself in the hearts of his people.
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seeing the acceptance of the person of a Minister, is a great furtherance for the entertainment of his doctrine, not that the faith of God ought to be had in respect of persons;
seeing the acceptance of the person of a Minister, is a great furtherance for the entertainment of his Doctrine, not that the faith of God ought to be had in respect of Persons;
well knowing, that where the person is not first received, hardly will any doctrine from him bee embraced, Matth. 10.14. He that receiveth not you, nor your words.
well knowing, that where the person is not First received, hardly will any Doctrine from him be embraced, Matthew 10.14. He that receives not you, nor your words.
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Now whosoever would retain reverence and authority among his people, must shew forth, 1 Conscience of his duty. 2 Love to his peoples souls and bodies. 3 A wise and unblameable carriage and conversation:
Now whosoever would retain Reverence and Authority among his people, must show forth, 1 Conscience of his duty. 2 Love to his peoples Souls and bodies. 3 A wise and unblameable carriage and Conversation:
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for which God accepteth not, nor rejecteth any man, Job 34.19. Hee accepteth not the persons of Princes (saith Elihu) nor regardeth the rich more than the poor, they being all the work of his hands.
for which God Accepteth not, nor rejecteth any man, Job 34.19. He Accepteth not the Persons of Princes (Says Elihu) nor Regardeth the rich more than the poor, they being all the work of his hands.
3 It were a most unequal valuation to compare, and much more to prefer things which are in no proportion of goodness, to the things which are undervalued:
3 It were a most unequal valuation to compare, and much more to prefer things which Are in no proportion of Goodness, to the things which Are undervalved:
the Lord himself declareth that there was no cause at all in the people which furthered his choice of them, just cause there was in them why hee should have passed by them, as well as the rest:
the Lord himself Declareth that there was no cause At all in the people which furthered his choice of them, just cause there was in them why he should have passed by them, as well as the rest:
If it bee still asked, what cause then was there why this people should above all other bee chosen to partake in the Covenant of life, the Lord himself directly answereth, that there was no cause without himself that moved him hereunto, it was only his free love, and meer good will:
If it be still asked, what cause then was there why this people should above all other be chosen to partake in the Covenant of life, the Lord himself directly Answers, that there was no cause without himself that moved him hereunto, it was only his free love, and mere good will:
or prescribe Laws to thy Creator? who is it that bindeth him, or spoileth him of his Soveraignty over his creatures, that he may not deal with one thus,
or prescribe Laws to thy Creator? who is it that binds him, or spoileth him of his Sovereignty over his creatures, that he may not deal with one thus,
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and working of righteousness that was accepted, and which is witnessed, Heb. 11.4. By faith Abel offered a greater sacrifice than Cain, by the which he obtained witness that he was righteous.
and working of righteousness that was accepted, and which is witnessed, Hebrew 11.4. By faith Abel offered a greater sacrifice than Cain, by the which he obtained witness that he was righteous.
1 Magistrates, who are Gods Vicegerents, and called gods, yea called by God to execute his Judgements, must beware of respecting persons in judgement. Deut. 1.17.
1 Magistrates, who Are God's Vicegerents, and called God's, yea called by God to execute his Judgments, must beware of respecting Persons in judgement. Deuteronomy 1.17.
for the iudgement is Gods. This corruption yeelded unto, makes a man say to the wicked, thou art righteous, and layeth him open, not only to the curse of God,
for the judgement is God's This corruption yielded unto, makes a man say to the wicked, thou art righteous, and Layeth him open, not only to the curse of God,
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Nay more, hee maketh God, so farre as lyeth in him, a patron of iniquity, a justifier of the wicked, a taker of the ungodly by the hand, a condemner and punisher of the innocent:
Nay more, he makes God, so Far as lies in him, a patron of iniquity, a justifier of the wicked, a taker of the ungodly by the hand, a condemner and punisher of the innocent:
and doe nothing with partiality? 1 Tim. 5.21. It was a worthy commendation of Levi, that the law of truth was in his mouth, iniquity was not found in his lips, he walked with God in peace and equity, and so turned many from iniquity, Mal. 2.6.
and do nothing with partiality? 1 Tim. 5.21. It was a worthy commendation of Levi, that the law of truth was in his Mouth, iniquity was not found in his lips, he walked with God in peace and equity, and so turned many from iniquity, Malachi 2.6.
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and common benefits, are passed and bestowed partially for friendship, money, kindred, favour, or entreaty: this is the ruine of all societies, and a bringer in of all corruption:
and Common benefits, Are passed and bestowed partially for friendship, money, kindred, favour, or entreaty: this is the ruin of all societies, and a bringer in of all corruption:
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especially, when men have taken oathes to a Corporation to the contrary, the sin is like an infolded disease more incurable and dangerous. 2 In matters of religion much less, notwithstanding this sin be many ways committed. As,
especially, when men have taken Oaths to a Corporation to the contrary, the since is like an enfolded disease more incurable and dangerous. 2 In matters of Religion much less, notwithstanding this since be many ways committed. As,
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1 To have the faith of God in respect of persons, which the Apostle James noteth in this instance, Jam. 2.2. When a man with a gold ring, or goodly apparrel, be he never so wicked, is magnified and advanced above another, who is not so outwardly gaudy;
1 To have the faith of God in respect of Persons, which the Apostle James notes in this instance, Jam. 2.2. When a man with a gold ring, or goodly apparel, be he never so wicked, is magnified and advanced above Another, who is not so outwardly gaudy;
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because they pretend a perpetual succession, consent of Councils, defence of Princes, antiquity, universality, the most part of Europe having generally taken the mark of the Beast in their hands and foreheads:
Because they pretend a perpetual succession, consent of Councils, defence of Princes, antiquity, universality, the most part of Europe having generally taken the mark of the Beast in their hands and foreheads:
and yet the same men see not how themselves are slipt into the same Popish error, that refuse one course because it wants outward supporters and props;
and yet the same men see not how themselves Are slipped into the same Popish error, that refuse one course Because it Wants outward supporters and props;
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and mighty works were carped at, and depraved, because they knew his Father, his Mother, himself at the best but a Carpenters Son, not brought up at study and learning.
and mighty works were carped At, and depraved, Because they knew his Father, his Mother, himself At the best but a Carpenters Son, not brought up At study and learning.
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but by the Gospel, members of Christ, and his Kingdom as well as they: Isa. 65.1. Christ who preached to the poor as well as the rich, hath spoken to their hearts as well as their own;
but by the Gospel, members of christ, and his Kingdom as well as they: Isaiah 65.1. christ who preached to the poor as well as the rich, hath spoken to their hearts as well as their own;
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yet he looks to the humble and lowly, yea and dwels also with him that is of a contrite and humble spirit, Isa. 57.15. To think too basely of him whom God chuseth, is to erre from Gods righteous judgement:
yet he looks to the humble and lowly, yea and dwells also with him that is of a contrite and humble Spirit, Isaiah 57.15. To think too basely of him whom God chooseth, is to err from God's righteous judgement:
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and simple women are (as they say) Scripturers: not considering, that in Christ neither male nor female are rejected, Gal. 3.23. and that God chuseth even weak and foolish things to confound the wise and mighty;
and simple women Are (as they say) Scriptures: not considering, that in christ neither male nor female Are rejected, Gal. 3.23. and that God chooseth even weak and foolish things to confound the wise and mighty;
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and the poor ones of the world to be rich in faith, 1 Cor. 1.26, 27. Vse 2. If God accept not persons for outward respects, why should any outward thing gain our hearts, our affections, our studies;
and the poor ones of the world to be rich in faith, 1 Cor. 1.26, 27. Use 2. If God accept not Persons for outward respects, why should any outward thing gain our hearts, our affections, our studies;
But with one word doth the wise man shatter down all the pillars of this foolish erection, Eccles. 9.2. No man knoweth love or hatred, of all that is before them.
But with one word does the wise man shatter down all the pillars of this foolish erection, Eccles. 9.2. No man Knoweth love or hatred, of all that is before them.
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whose feathers hee pluckt, whose pride hee brought low, making them spectacles of his vengeance to all the world, who for their outward greatness had been the terrours of the world.
whose Feathers he plucked, whose pride he brought low, making them spectacles of his vengeance to all the world, who for their outward greatness had been the terrors of the world.
stript stark naked shalt thou be; figge-leaves can hide thy shame no longer: only the Wedding Garment can now cover thee from the consuming wrath of God.
stripped stark naked shalt thou be; Fig leaves can hide thy shame no longer: only the Wedding Garment can now cover thee from the consuming wrath of God.
The High Priest upon pain of death might never enter into the Sanctuary, but he must first be sprinkled with the bloud of Bullocks, figuring the bloud of Christ.
The High Priest upon pain of death might never enter into the Sanctuary, but he must First be sprinkled with the blood of Bullocks, figuring the blood of christ.
as Jacob gat the blessing in Esaus garments: from this alone the Lord savoureth a savour of rest, Gen. 27.26. Lastly, from this consideration that God is no respecter of persons, the Apostle admonisheth superiours to moderation and equal dealing with their inferiours, Ephes. 6.9. and inferiours to silence, and contentation under the tough dealing of their superiours, Col. 3.25.
as Jacob got the blessing in Esaus garments: from this alone the Lord savoureth a savour of rest, Gen. 27.26. Lastly, from this consideration that God is no respecter of Persons, the Apostle Admonisheth superiors to moderation and equal dealing with their inferiors, Ephesians 6.9. and inferiors to silence, and contentation under the tough dealing of their superiors, Col. 3.25.
whereby the former being most of them inward, are outwardly manifested and justified: so as under both is comprised the whole duty of man, Eccles. 12.13. Fear God, and keep his Commandements, for this is the whole man:
whereby the former being most of them inward, Are outwardly manifested and justified: so as under both is comprised the Whole duty of man, Eccles. 12.13. fear God, and keep his commandments, for this is the Whole man:
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All those ten words wherein the Lord hath included an admirable perfection of wisdome and holiness, are here contracted into two, 1 The fear of God. 2 The keeping of his Commandements: and therefore when the Holy Ghost in the Scriptures would grace this or that holy man with full commendation,
All those ten words wherein the Lord hath included an admirable perfection of Wisdom and holiness, Are Here contracted into two, 1 The Fear of God. 2 The keeping of his commandments: and Therefore when the Holy Ghost in the Scriptures would grace this or that holy man with full commendation,
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Job was a just man, fearing God, and abstaining from evil, Job 1.8. Zachary and Elizabeth were just before God, and walked in all the Ordinances of God without reproof, Luke 1.6. Here two points are to be considered, 1 Who is a religious man;
Job was a just man, fearing God, and abstaining from evil, Job 1.8. Zachary and Elizabeth were just before God, and walked in all the Ordinances of God without reproof, Lycia 1.6. Here two points Are to be considered, 1 Who is a religious man;
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The former band knitting man unto God, is the fear of God, which is a peculiar gift of the Spirit of God, whereby the Regenerate fear God for himself, not so much that they bee not offended and punished by him,
The former band knitting man unto God, is the Fear of God, which is a peculiar gift of the Spirit of God, whereby the Regenerate Fear God for himself, not so much that they be not offended and punished by him,
1 The right object of our fear, is God himself, who is, 1 Omnipotent, of power to do whatsoever he wil, who is able to cast body and soul into Hell, fear him, Matth. 10.28. 2 Omnipresent, hee is all an eye, beholding our Thoughts, Words,
1 The right Object of our Fear, is God himself, who is, 1 Omnipotent, of power to do whatsoever he will, who is able to cast body and soul into Hell, Fear him, Matthew 10.28. 2 Omnipresent, he is all an eye, beholding our Thoughts, Words,
and Deeds, of which hee is both a witness and a Judge, 3 Full of Majesty, which even in a mortal Man strikes us with reverence. 4 Full of Grace and Bounty, wee stand in need of his Favour and Bounty every Moment, who can turn us out of all at his pleasure.
and deeds, of which he is both a witness and a Judge, 3 Full of Majesty, which even in a Mortal Man strikes us with Reverence. 4 Full of Grace and Bounty, we stand in need of his Favour and Bounty every Moment, who can turn us out of all At his pleasure.
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As, 1 To beat down pride and high-mindedness, against which it is a notable medicine, Rom. 11.20. Bee not high-minded, but fear, Prov. 3.7. Bee not wise in thine own eies, but fear God:
As, 1 To beatrice down pride and high-mindedness, against which it is a notable medicine, Rom. 11.20. be not High-minded, but Fear, Curae 3.7. be not wise in thine own eyes, but Fear God:
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Joseph could not commit the sin with his Mistresse, because hee feared God: the Midwives feared God, and killed not the Hebrews Children: Nehem. 5.15.
Joseph could not commit the since with his Mistress, Because he feared God: the Midwives feared God, and killed not the Hebrews Children: Nehemiah 5.15.
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Nehemiah did not exact upon, and oppress the people, as the former Governours that were before him, because hee feared God: and whereas the wicked mans servile fear keepeth him often from open sins, but not from secret;
Nehemiah did not exact upon, and oppress the people, as the former Governors that were before him, Because he feared God: and whereas the wicked men servile Fear Keepeth him often from open Sins, but not from secret;
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and so come to bee ranked in the formost band of those which march to Hell, called the fearful, Rev. 21.8. and that which they fear shall come upon them, Prov. 10.24. even disgrace of God, of Men, and Angels.
and so come to be ranked in the foremost band of those which march to Hell, called the fearful, Rev. 21.8. and that which they Fear shall come upon them, Curae 10.24. even disgrace of God, of Men, and Angels.
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and preserveth him, that neither hope of promotion, nor gain, nor ease, nor favour of man, who is but a worm, shall make him forget the Lord that spread the Heavens:
and Preserveth him, that neither hope of promotion, nor gain, nor ease, nor favour of man, who is but a worm, shall make him forget the Lord that spread the Heavens:
this fear, which is Loves keeper, holdeth the heart in the Love of God himself, of his Worship, of his Word, of his Children, and whatsoever carrieth his Image;
this Fear, which is Loves keeper, holds the heart in the Love of God himself, of his Worship, of his Word, of his Children, and whatsoever Carrieth his Image;
4 To drive away security, awake sloathfulness, provoke to watchfulness, stir up to prayer, keep in a fitness to profit by the word, to tremble at it when God threatneth;
4 To drive away security, awake slothfulness, provoke to watchfulness, stir up to prayer, keep in a fitness to profit by the word, to tremble At it when God threatens;
to help us to better our selves by our afflictions, as the speech of the converted Theef to his fellow implieth, that if hee had had the fear of God, he would, being in the same condemnation, have otherwise carried himself towards Christ than hee did.
to help us to better our selves by our afflictions, as the speech of the converted Thief to his fellow Implies, that if he had had the Fear of God, he would, being in the same condemnation, have otherwise carried himself towards christ than he did.
And in a word, to fence the heart, which is as the market-place of a City, against temptation, in which special use it is called a Wellspring of life to escape the snares of death.
And in a word, to fence the heart, which is as the marketplace of a city, against temptation, in which special use it is called a Wellspring of life to escape the snares of death.
By all this that hath been spoken, every man that would seem religious, ought to labour above all things for this worthy Grace, which God specially bestoweth upon his Children, with whom hee maketh his new Covenant, Jerem. 32. I will put my fear in their hearts never to depart from mee, saith the Lord.
By all this that hath been spoken, every man that would seem religious, ought to labour above all things for this worthy Grace, which God specially bestoweth upon his Children, with whom he makes his new Covenant, Jeremiah 32. I will put my Fear in their hearts never to depart from me, Says the Lord.
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Blessed (saith the Psalm) is the man that feareth the Lord, Psal: 128.2, 3. himself shall bee mighty on earth, his Children shall bee blessed after him, his Wife shall bee as a fruitful Vine:
Blessed (Says the Psalm) is the man that fears the Lord, Psalm: 128.2, 3. himself shall be mighty on earth, his Children shall be blessed After him, his Wife shall be as a fruitful Vine:
even in the midst of the heart, for there God layeth it, and calleth for the Heart to make room for it: Deut. 5.29. Oh that there were such an heart in them to fear mee. Isa. 8.13. Sanctify the Lord in your hearts, and let him be your dread.
even in the midst of the heart, for there God Layeth it, and calls for the Heart to make room for it: Deuteronomy 5.29. O that there were such an heart in them to Fear me. Isaiah 8.13. Sanctify the Lord in your hearts, and let him be your dread.
and exclude all that Original Righteousness which was set in the nature of man by his Creation, whereby hee was wholly conformable to the Image and Righteousness of God:
and exclude all that Original Righteousness which was Set in the nature of man by his Creation, whereby he was wholly conformable to the Image and Righteousness of God:
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1 That this righteousnesse is not that imputed righteousnesse of Christ, which is a most exact conformity of the humane nature of Christ with all his actions and sufferings, performed of him in our stead, with the whole Law of God;
1 That this righteousness is not that imputed righteousness of christ, which is a most exact conformity of the humane nature of christ with all his actions and sufferings, performed of him in our stead, with the Whole Law of God;
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but rather a fruit of that, namely, that infused and inherent righteousness wrought in the heart of every beleever, by the finger of the Spirit, whereby the Image of God is daily renewed and repaired in him,
but rather a fruit of that, namely, that infused and inherent righteousness wrought in the heart of every believer, by the finger of the Spirit, whereby the Image of God is daily renewed and repaired in him,
and so himself inclined to works of righteousness, to which hee is now Created, Eph. 4.24. 2 That the subject of this righteousness is the Beleever; for all the works of unbeleevers (whose mind and conscience are defiled, Tit. 1.15.) inward or outward, cannot be other than sin and unrighteousness.
and so himself inclined to works of righteousness, to which he is now Created, Ephesians 4.24. 2 That the Subject of this righteousness is the Believer; for all the works of unbelievers (whose mind and conscience Are defiled, Tit. 1.15.) inward or outward, cannot be other than since and unrighteousness.
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3 That the next efficient cause of it is lively faith, being the instrument of the Holy Ghost, by which hee begetteth this righteousness, wheresoever it is:
3 That the next efficient cause of it is lively faith, being the Instrument of the Holy Ghost, by which he begetteth this righteousness, wheresoever it is:
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The last words in the description [ according to the prescript of Gods Law) shew, that then a work is righteous, when it is framed according to the right rule of the Law of God, it being the only perfect rule of all righteousness:
The last words in the description [ according to the prescript of God's Law) show, that then a work is righteous, when it is framed according to the right Rule of the Law of God, it being the only perfect Rule of all righteousness:
nor souls possessed with Hope, Love, and the true knowledge of God; without which, the Lord accounteth their sacrifices but maimed, and professeth his hatred against them:
nor Souls possessed with Hope, Love, and the true knowledge of God; without which, the Lord accounteth their Sacrifices but maimed, and Professes his hatred against them:
And this, although it bee necessarily implied in the Text; yet is it else-where expressed, Deut. 5.29. Oh that there were in them such an heart as to fear mee, and keep all my Commandements.
And this, although it be necessarily implied in the Text; yet is it elsewhere expressed, Deuteronomy 5.29. O that there were in them such an heart as to Fear me, and keep all my commandments.
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How diligent a vertue fear is, appeareth in Jacob, who being to meet his Brother whom hee feared, could not sleep all night: and in Abraham, who having a most difficult Commandement, to slay his Son,
How diligent a virtue Fear is, appears in Jacob, who being to meet his Brother whom he feared, could not sleep all night: and in Abraham, who having a most difficult Commandment, to slay his Son,
for this is another property of the true fear of God, that it respecteth not only all the Commandements, but always, Deut. 5.19. and seeing Gods fear is to keep the heart continually, and that man is blessed that feareth always, Prov. 23.17. this inseparable fruit of it, working of righteousnesse, Prov. 28.24. must never wither or fail in the godly, who are exhorted to passe the whole time of their dwelling here in fear, 1 Pet. 1.17. to walk with God as Henoch did;
for this is Another property of the true Fear of God, that it respecteth not only all the commandments, but always, Deuteronomy 5.19. and seeing God's Fear is to keep the heart continually, and that man is blessed that fears always, Curae 23.17. this inseparable fruit of it, working of righteousness, Curae 28.24. must never wither or fail in the godly, who Are exhorted to pass the Whole time of their Dwelling Here in Fear, 1 Pet. 1.17. to walk with God as Henoch did;
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Hence therefore is afforded another ground of exhortation, namely, that howsoever this is not such a righteousness as wherein we can stand before Gods Judgement Seat, not being every way answerable to the Laws perfection;
Hence Therefore is afforded Another ground of exhortation, namely, that howsoever this is not such a righteousness as wherein we can stand before God's Judgement Seat, not being every Way answerable to the Laws perfection;
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1 It is commanded by God, Psal. 4.6. Offer to God the sacrifice of righteousnesse. 2 It pleaseth him, and makes us also pleasing unto him: for the former, Psal. 11.7. The righteous Lord loveth righteousness:
1 It is commanded by God, Psalm 4.6. Offer to God the sacrifice of righteousness. 2 It Pleases him, and makes us also pleasing unto him: for the former, Psalm 11.7. The righteous Lord loves righteousness:
the latter, is the latter words of the verse in hand. 3 It maketh us like him, 1 Joh. 3.7. Little children, he that doth righteousness is righteous as he is righteous.
the latter, is the latter words of the verse in hand. 3 It makes us like him, 1 John 3.7. Little children, he that does righteousness is righteous as he is righteous.
4 It is a mark of our regeneration, and a fruit of faith, easier discerned than it self, 1 Joh. 3.10. In this are the children of God known, and the children of the Devil;
4 It is a mark of our regeneration, and a fruit of faith, Easier discerned than it self, 1 John 3.10. In this Are the children of God known, and the children of the devil;
And then in the second place, the work of such a person cannot but be also pleasing unto God, not for any worthiness or perfection in it self (for even the best work of the best man from imperfect faith,
And then in the second place, the work of such a person cannot but be also pleasing unto God, not for any worthiness or perfection in it self (for even the best work of the best man from imperfect faith,
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and imperfect knowledge, is so farre from meriting, as that it needeth pardon) but, 1 Because it cometh from an accepted person: 2 Is a fruit of faith: 3 A testimony of obedience unto Gods Commandement: 4 The imperfection and stain of it is covered and wiped away with Christs most absolute obedience.
and imperfect knowledge, is so Far from meriting, as that it needs pardon) but, 1 Because it comes from an accepted person: 2 Is a fruit of faith: 3 A testimony of Obedience unto God's Commandment: 4 The imperfection and stain of it is covered and wiped away with Christ most absolute Obedience.
and by these eyes he seeth their wants, to supply them; their injuries, to releeve them; their sorrows, to mitigate them; their hearts, to approve them;
and by these eyes he sees their Wants, to supply them; their injuries, to relieve them; their sorrows, to mitigate them; their hearts, to approve them;
Thus that worthy Prophet Elisha, who contemned not the poor Shunamite fearing God, told wicked Jehoram King of Israel, that if he had not regarded the presence of good Jehosaphat, he would not so much as have looked toward him, or seen him, 2 King. 3.14.
Thus that worthy Prophet Elisha, who contemned not the poor Shunamite fearing God, told wicked jehoram King of Israel, that if he had not regarded the presence of good Jehoshaphat, he would not so much as have looked towards him, or seen him, 2 King. 3.14.
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Nay, even the Lord himself hath gone before us herein for example, who for the most part respecteth poor and mean ones to call them to partake of his grace, pass••g by the great, noble,
Nay, even the Lord himself hath gone before us herein for Exampl, who for the most part respecteth poor and mean ones to call them to partake of his grace, pass••g by the great, noble,
David, the least of his brethren, was chosen King: Gideon, the least in all his fathers house, Judg. 3.15. appointed by God the deliverer of his people:
David, the least of his brothers, was chosen King: gideon, the least in all his Father's house, Judges 3.15. appointed by God the deliverer of his people:
and indeed the meanest Christian, being descended of the bloud of Christ, and so nobly born, deserveth most respective entertainment in the best roome of our hearts.
and indeed the Meanest Christian, being descended of the blood of christ, and so nobly born, deserveth most respective entertainment in the best room of our hearts.
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which things bring not only into favour with God, but often get the approbation of men, at least so farre as God seeth good for his children, Rom. 14.17, 18. The kingdome of God is not meat and drink, that is, hath not such need of such indifferent things as these are,
which things bring not only into favour with God, but often get the approbation of men, At least so Far as God sees good for his children, Rom. 14.17, 18. The Kingdom of God is not meat and drink, that is, hath not such need of such indifferent things as these Are,
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And to urge the godly hereunto, mark the Apostles reason in the next verse; for whosoever in these things serveth Christ, is ACCEPTABLE unto God, and approved of men:
And to urge the godly hereunto, mark the Apostles reason in the next verse; for whosoever in these things serves christ, is ACCEPTABLE unto God, and approved of men:
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For having said, that now he knew that whosoever, whether Jew or Gentile, did now purely worship God, according to the prescript of his Word, the same is accepted of him:
For having said, that now he knew that whosoever, whither Jew or Gentile, did now purely worship God, according to the prescript of his Word, the same is accepted of him:
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he proveth this to be a truth, because it is the self same thing which God himself had of old published to the Israelites, when he declared unto them, that peace and reconciliation was made between God and man by the means of Jesus Christ, who is Lord, not of any one people or Nation, but Lord of all.
he Proves this to be a truth, Because it is the self same thing which God himself had of old published to the Israelites, when he declared unto them, that peace and reconciliation was made between God and man by the means of jesus christ, who is Lord, not of any one people or nation, but Lord of all.
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Moses was a Minister of the Law to the Jews only, but Christ himself, and the Gospel, is the power of God to salvation to every beleever, first to the Jew, and then to the Grecian:
Moses was a Minister of the Law to the jews only, but christ himself, and the Gospel, is the power of God to salvation to every believer, First to the Jew, and then to the Grecian:
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In the former must be considered, 1 What this peace is: 2 How it is by Jesus Christ. First, by peace, among the Hebrews and Greeks, is meant all prosperity and happinesse;
In the former must be considered, 1 What this peace is: 2 How it is by jesus christ. First, by peace, among the Hebrews and Greeks, is meant all Prosperity and happiness;
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for both of them in their salutations (though with some difference) prayed for peace to the parties saluted, that is, all good success from God the fountain of mercy.
for both of them in their salutations (though with Some difference) prayed for peace to the parties saluted, that is, all good success from God the fountain of mercy.
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and others: 3 Peace with all the creatures of God, so farre forth as that none of them shall bee able to hurt him further than God thinketh good for his exercise;
and Others: 3 Peace with all the creatures of God, so Far forth as that none of them shall be able to hurt him further than God Thinketh good for his exercise;
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First he wrought our peace with God, from whom our sin had sundered and separated us, three ways. 1 By interposing himself between his Fathers anger and us, who durst not come near him, 2 By satisfying in our stead all his justice through his bloud;
First he wrought our peace with God, from whom our since had sundered and separated us, three ways. 1 By interposing himself between his Father's anger and us, who durst not come near him, 2 By satisfying in our stead all his Justice through his blood;
Secondly, he wrought peace between man and man, 1 By demolishing and casting down the wall of separation, whereby Jew and Gentile might not accord or meddle one with another;
Secondly, he wrought peace between man and man, 1 By demolishing and casting down the wall of separation, whereby Jew and Gentile might not accord or meddle one with Another;
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2 By changing the fierce and cruel disposition of men, who are now become the subjects of his Kingdom, that of Lions, and Cockatrises, they become as meek and tractable as Lambs, and little Children: having peace so far as is possible with all men: with the godly for Gods Image sake,
2 By changing the fierce and cruel disposition of men, who Are now become the subject's of his Kingdom, that of Lions, and Cockatrices, they become as meek and tractable as Lambs, and little Children: having peace so Far as is possible with all men: with the godly for God's Image sake,
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3 By setting every Christian at peace with himself who before had no peace, but now hath obtained 1 Peace of Conscience; when his Conscience being p•rswaded of his reconciliation with God through Christ, it ceaseth to wound,
3 By setting every Christian At peace with himself who before had no peace, but now hath obtained 1 Peace of Conscience; when his Conscience being p•rswaded of his reconciliation with God through christ, it ceases to wound,
and so bringeth quietnesse and tranquillity of minde into the soul, which passeth understanding. 2 Peace in his will and affections, which by grace cease to be rebellious,
and so brings quietness and tranquillity of mind into the soul, which passes understanding. 2 Peace in his will and affections, which by grace cease to be rebellious,
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and become daily more pliant to the Commandement, and obedient to the mind enlightned by the Spirit. 3 Peace in Christian combate; in that grace getteth daily victory, corruption receiveth daily foyls and consumption,
and become daily more pliant to the Commandment, and obedient to the mind enlightened by the Spirit. 3 Peace in Christian combat; in that grace gets daily victory, corruption receives daily foils and consumption,
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And the reason is, because as then the Creatures rebelled against man, when hee became a rebel against God: so when men by Christ are reconciled unto God, and become his sons by adoption and grace,
And the reason is, Because as then the Creatures rebelled against man, when he became a rebel against God: so when men by christ Are reconciled unto God, and become his Sons by adoption and grace,
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There can be no peace with God by Moses, nor by the works of the Law (whatsoever dotages Popish teachers hold to the contrary) only the obedience and merit of Christ, is the matter of it:
There can be no peace with God by Moses, nor by the works of the Law (whatsoever dotages Popish Teachers hold to the contrary) only the Obedience and merit of christ, is the matter of it:
2 Peace by Christ ariseth from sorrow for sin: whence our Saviour counteth mourners blessed: but worldly peace, from the fruition of some worldly delight or other.
2 Peace by christ arises from sorrow for since: whence our Saviour counteth mourners blessed: but worldly peace, from the fruition of Some worldly delight or other.
3 The former is rooted in the heart, and stablisheth it: the latter is a rejoycing in the face, not in the heart, 2 Cor. 5.12. in the midst of such laughter, the heart is heavy, or may well bee so;
3 The former is rooted in the heart, and stablisheth it: the latter is a rejoicing in the face, not in the heart, 2 Cor. 5.12. in the midst of such laughter, the heart is heavy, or may well be so;
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it hath no end, because hee that is the Prince of it, is also Father of eternity, Isa. 9. neither can it bee but lasting, having such soundness in it self,
it hath no end, Because he that is the Prince of it, is also Father of eternity, Isaiah 9. neither can it be but lasting, having such soundness in it self,
but especially in respect of that infallible promise, my peace shall none take from you. Whereas the latter, though never so fai• for the time, is as unlasting as unsound.
but especially in respect of that infallible promise, my peace shall none take from you. Whereas the latter, though never so fai• for the time, is as unlasting as unsound.
but the end of it is fulness of woe, and heavinesse it self, Prov. 14.13. the issues of such pleasing waies are death, according to that of the wise man, Prov. 9.17. Stoln waters are sweet, but they know not that the dead bee there.
but the end of it is fullness of woe, and heaviness it self, Curae 14.13. the issues of such pleasing ways Are death, according to that of the wise man, Curae 9.17. Stolen waters Are sweet, but they know not that the dead be there.
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Whosoever then would not bee deceived in his peace, let him not own any out of Christ, let him look that his joy bee helped out of sorrow, that it bee a fruit of righteousness, and rooted in the heart;
Whosoever then would not be deceived in his peace, let him not own any out of christ, let him look that his joy be helped out of sorrow, that it be a fruit of righteousness, and rooted in the heart;
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all this is but a brawn of heart, a laughing madness and frenzy; and even in the crying of this peace commeth destruction, 1 Thess. 5.3. and let all that fear to bee at war with God, beware of this ungodly and dishonourable peace;
all this is but a brawn of heart, a laughing madness and frenzy; and even in the crying of this peace comes destruction, 1 Thess 5.3. and let all that Fear to be At war with God, beware of this ungodly and dishonourable peace;
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which is the most general peace in the world at this day: the guise of which is, then to laugh and rejoyce most, when Christ is departed, as himself witnesseth, Joh. 16.20. Fourthly, In the want of peace, wee are by this Doctrin directed to the best and onely means to come by it;
which is the most general peace in the world At this day: the guise of which is, then to laugh and rejoice most, when christ is departed, as himself Witnesseth, John 16.20. Fourthly, In the want of peace, we Are by this Doctrine directed to the best and only means to come by it;
namely, to make our peace first with God through Jesus Christ; and then, if the Conscience sting, or accuse, and terrify, look upon this brazen Serpent,
namely, to make our peace First with God through jesus christ; and then, if the Conscience sting, or accuse, and terrify, look upon this brazen Serpent,
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Doest thou perceive God frowning against thy sin? there is no way f•r thee but to get him to behold thee in the face of his annointed, Psal. 84.9. no merits, no works, no good intentions, no gifts can clear his countenance, to make it shine upon thee;
Dost thou perceive God frowning against thy since? there is no Way f•r thee but to get him to behold thee in the face of his anointed, Psalm 84.9. no merits, no works, no good intentions, no Gifts can clear his countenance, to make it shine upon thee;
For if hee pitch a Covenant for us with the brute beasts of the field, that they shall not hurt us, much more will hee shelter us from the malice of men, bee they never so brutish and unreasonable.
For if he pitch a Covenant for us with the brutus beasts of the field, that they shall not hurt us, much more will he shelter us from the malice of men, be they never so brutish and unreasonable.
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For the first, the main promise of all concerning this truth, was that which (after it was by Gods own mouth once delivered unto Adam in Paradise, The seed of the woman shall bruise, &c. ) was so often repeated to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, In thy seed shall all the Nations of the Earth be blessed, Gen. 12.3. The same promise in substance Moses maketh to the whole people of the Jews, Deut. 18.15. Also all the Prophets (saith Peter) from Samuel, and thenceforth so many as have spoken, have likewise foretold the same thing, Act. 3.24. and in this regard the Jews are called, the Children of the Prophets, and of the Covenant which God made to the Fathers;
For the First, the main promise of all Concerning this truth, was that which (After it was by God's own Mouth once Delivered unto Adam in Paradise, The seed of the woman shall bruise, etc.) was so often repeated to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, In thy seed shall all the nations of the Earth be blessed, Gen. 12.3. The same promise in substance Moses makes to the Whole people of the jews, Deuteronomy 18.15. Also all the prophets (Says Peter) from Samuel, and thenceforth so many as have spoken, have likewise foretold the same thing, Act. 3.24. and in this regard the jews Are called, the Children of the prophets, and of the Covenant which God made to the Father's;
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where the very same Promise made to Abraham, is repeated, vers. 25. And the Apostle Paul is as express, Gal. 3.8. The Scripture foreseeing that God would justify the Gentiles through faith, preached before the Gospel to Abraham, saying, in thee, that is, in thy seed, shall all the Gentiles be blessed.
where the very same Promise made to Abraham, is repeated, vers. 25. And the Apostle Paul is as express, Gal. 3.8. The Scripture Foreseeing that God would justify the Gentiles through faith, preached before the Gospel to Abraham, saying, in thee, that is, in thy seed, shall all the Gentiles be blessed.
and yet further, their very Kings, and Kingdome, their Priests and Prophets, all of them not obscurely resembled Jesus Christ, and preached him our peace;
and yet further, their very Kings, and Kingdom, their Priests and prophets, all of them not obscurely resembled jesus christ, and preached him our peace;
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The Second thing to bee explained is, why was Christ preached our peace to the Children of Israel first; and why was that Doctrin renewed to them from time to time by the hand and ministery of the Prophets?
The Second thing to be explained is, why was christ preached our peace to the Children of Israel First; and why was that Doctrine renewed to them from time to time by the hand and Ministry of the prophets?
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for which cause they were to observe an accurate distinction of the tribes, according to that Ordinance and Government which God had established amongst them, that they might not bee deceived in his person,
for which cause they were to observe an accurate distinction of the tribes, according to that Ordinance and Government which God had established among them, that they might not be deceived in his person,
but in this, which was the chief of all (had they seen it) that the Oracles of God were committed unto them, Rom. 3.2. Hee gave his Laws to Jacob, his Covenants to Israel, hee dealt not so with every Nation, Psal. 147.30. The Apostle Paul when hee had reckoned a number of the Jews advancements above the Gentiles, such as were their Adoption, Covenant, Promises, Fathers, hee shutteth up all with the chief of all, in these words, of whom concerning the flesh Christ came, Rom. 9.5.
but in this, which was the chief of all (had they seen it) that the Oracles of God were committed unto them, Rom. 3.2. He gave his Laws to Jacob, his Covenants to Israel, he dealt not so with every nation, Psalm 147.30. The Apostle Paul when he had reckoned a number of the jews advancements above the Gentiles, such as were their Adoption, Covenant, Promises, Father's, he shutteth up all with the chief of all, in these words, of whom Concerning the Flesh christ Come, Rom. 9.5.
adde hereto, that hee came to them in his life and death, and lastly, hee came first and alone to them in the Ministry and Miracles of his Holy Apostles, who must not go into the way of the Gentiles, nor turn themselves to other Nations, till the Jews by despising that Grace offered, had made themselves unworthy of life everlasting: the lost sheep of the house of Israel must first bee sought up,
add hereto, that he Come to them in his life and death, and lastly, he Come First and alone to them in the Ministry and Miracles of his Holy Apostles, who must not go into the Way of the Gentiles, nor turn themselves to other nations, till the jews by despising that Grace offered, had made themselves unworthy of life everlasting: the lost sheep of the house of Israel must First be sought up,
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Whence it necessarily followeth, that the Scripture, foreseeing that God would justifye the Gentiles through faith, Gal. 3.8. that is, a thing to come to pass almost two thousand years after, must needs bee of God.
Whence it necessarily follows, that the Scripture, Foreseeing that God would justify the Gentiles through faith, Gal. 3.8. that is, a thing to come to pass almost two thousand Years After, must needs be of God.
Again, it followeth as necessarily, that the Prophets in preaching, and the Holy Pen-men of God, spake and writ as they were moved by the Spirit of God,
Again, it follows as necessarily, that the prophets in preaching, and the Holy Penmen of God, spoke and writ as they were moved by the Spirit of God,
that the Scepter should not depart from Judah till Shiloh came: this prophecy was not accomplished till above seventeen hundred years after the prediction:
that the Sceptre should not depart from Judah till Shiloh Come: this prophecy was not accomplished till above seventeen hundred Years After the prediction:
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for not much above twenty years afore Christs birth, Herod became King of Judea, killed the whole Colledge of the Jews, called the sanhedrim, wherein was the heir apparent of the Kings blood.
for not much above twenty Years afore Christ birth, Herod became King of Judea, killed the Whole College of the jews, called the sanhedrim, wherein was the heir apparent of the Kings blood.
King Cyrus was named by the Prophet Esaiah, an hundred years before hee was born, Isaiah 44.28. and of him prophesied, that hee should build the Temple.
King Cyrus was nam by the Prophet Isaiah, an hundred Years before he was born, Isaiah 44.28. and of him prophesied, that he should built the Temple.
The worthy King Josiah, with his facts, were declared three hundred fifty nine years before he was born, 1 King. 13.2. The Apostle Paul prophesyed of the destruction of the Romane Empire, and thereby the rising of the Antichrist, which was not accomplished till about the year four hundred seventy five after Christ.
The worthy King Josiah, with his facts, were declared three hundred fifty nine Years before he was born, 1 King. 13.2. The Apostle Paul prophesied of the destruction of the Roman Empire, and thereby the rising of the Antichrist, which was not accomplished till about the year four hundred seventy five After christ.
For whereas the Roman Empire was divided into Eastern, and Western, the Western which onely hindred the revelation of Antichrist was in that year quite overthrown,
For whereas the Roman Empire was divided into Eastern, and Western, the Western which only hindered the Revelation of Antichrist was in that year quite overthrown,
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and beleevers, but to the Patriarks and Prophets, yea, even to Adam in Paradise, to all whom Christ was preached the Lord of all, and that blessed seed in whom all the Nations of the earth were to bee blessed.
and believers, but to the Patriarchs and prophets, yea, even to Adam in Paradise, to all whom christ was preached the Lord of all, and that blessed seed in whom all the nations of the earth were to be blessed.
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now these, with other dependences thereon, being the main points and pillars of their doctrin, were never preached to the children of Israel, by any Prophet,
now these, with other dependences thereon, being the main points and pillars of their Doctrine, were never preached to the children of Israel, by any Prophet,
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Observ. 3. Thirdly, hence we note, That there is but one way to salvation, and this was declared to the Children of Israel for substance as well as to us, who went to Heaven by the same way which wee doe-There is but one Christ, one precious Faith, one and the same Gospel common to all times, one common Salvation preached by the same Christ, who is the same yesterday, to day, and for ever, Heb. 13.8.
Observation 3. Thirdly, hence we note, That there is but one Way to salvation, and this was declared to the Children of Israel for substance as well as to us, who went to Heaven by the same Way which we doe-There is but one christ, one precious Faith, one and the same Gospel Common to all times, one Common Salvation preached by the same christ, who is the same yesterday, to day, and for ever, Hebrew 13.8.
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who is the Lamb slain from the beginning, not actually, but by the efficacy of his Sacrifice, the vertue of which to come they laid hold on to salvation,
who is the Lamb slave from the beginning, not actually, but by the efficacy of his Sacrifice, the virtue of which to come they laid hold on to salvation,
never any came to the Father, but by him, neither was peace ever preached in any other name but his, who is Lord over all, blessed for ever. Which is Lord of all. ]
never any Come to the Father, but by him, neither was peace ever preached in any other name but his, who is Lord over all, blessed for ever. Which is Lord of all. ]
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1 Now Christ is Lord of his Church, consisting of Jew and Gentile: 1 Because God hath given the Church unto him for his inheritance, Psal. 2.8. I will give thee the Heathen for thine inheritance:
1 Now christ is Lord of his Church, consisting of Jew and Gentile: 1 Because God hath given the Church unto him for his inheritance, Psalm 2.8. I will give thee the Heathen for thine inheritance:
which being a Prophecy of the calling of the Gentiles, implieth, that the kingdom of grace, whereof Christ is appointed King in Sion, consisteth of all Countries and peoples,
which being a Prophecy of the calling of the Gentiles, Implies, that the Kingdom of grace, whereof christ is appointed King in Sion, Consisteth of all Countries and peoples,
and sheweth further, that all these his subjects are given him of God to become his servants, Joh. 17.2. As thou hast given him power over all flesh, that he should give eternal life to all whom thou hast given him.
and shows further, that all these his subject's Are given him of God to become his Servants, John 17.2. As thou hast given him power over all Flesh, that he should give Eternal life to all whom thou hast given him.
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He winneth partly by •onquest, partly by ransom: hee both conquereth and casteth out the strong man that held them captive, spoyleth him of his armour,
He wins partly by •onquest, partly by ransom: he both conquereth and Cast out the strong man that held them captive, spoileth him of his armour,
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yea, I will marry thee unto me in righteousnesse, in judgement, in mercy, and in compassion, Ephes. 5.23. As the husband is the wives head, so is Christ of the Church.
yea, I will marry thee unto me in righteousness, in judgement, in mercy, and in compassion, Ephesians 5.23. As the husband is the wives head, so is christ of the Church.
and hee took upon him the form of a servant, Phil. 2.7. Ans. Christ considered as Mediator, is after a special manner both his Fathers servant, and yet the Lord of his Church.
and he took upon him the from of a servant, Philip 2.7. Ans. christ considered as Mediator, is After a special manner both his Father's servant, and yet the Lord of his Church.
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In all the work of mans Redemption he served and obeyed his Father, being sent of his Father for this end, he was subject to the death, he prayed unto him, gave him thanks, learned obedience by the things he suffered, not as God equal to his Father,
In all the work of men Redemption he served and obeyed his Father, being sent of his Father for this end, he was Subject to the death, he prayed unto him, gave him thanks, learned Obedience by the things he suffered, not as God equal to his Father,
Ans. Doth a King cease to be the Lord of all his Country, because some which were his subjects are gone out in rebellion against him? besides, howsoever it standeth with his glory and grace, to suffer with patience the vessels of wrath;
Ans. Does a King cease to be the Lord of all his Country, Because Some which were his subject's Are gone out in rebellion against him? beside, howsoever it Stands with his glory and grace, to suffer with patience the vessels of wrath;
And if wee have leave from him, we ought in sobriety to use them, 1 Cor. 10.26. Eat whatsoever is sold in the shambles, making no question for conscience sake.
And if we have leave from him, we ought in sobriety to use them, 1 Cor. 10.26. Eat whatsoever is sold in the shambles, making no question for conscience sake.
Ans. By the practice of four duties. 1 By preserving in the heart a fear and reverence towards his person, Malac. 1.6. If I be a Lord, where is my fear? Lordship requires subjection, Psal. 45.11. He is thy Lord, and reverence thou, or bow unto him. Now this fear must proceed from love;
Ans. By the practice of four duties. 1 By preserving in the heart a Fear and Reverence towards his person, Malachi 1.6. If I be a Lord, where is my Fear? Lordship requires subjection, Psalm 45.11. He is thy Lord, and Reverence thou, or bow unto him. Now this Fear must proceed from love;
thou must defend his name, where ever thou hearest it called into question: thou must suffer with him, and take part with him in affliction, 1 Pet 4.13.
thou must defend his name, where ever thou Hearst it called into question: thou must suffer with him, and take part with him in affliction, 1 Pet 4.13.
what, am I now in my Masters work, had I commandement from him, did his word or warrant set mee about the business which is now in my hands? Again, what gifts have I received of body, minde, wealth, authority, credit? I am to be countable for all:
what, am I now in my Masters work, had I Commandment from him, did his word or warrant Set me about the business which is now in my hands? Again, what Gifts have I received of body, mind, wealth, Authority, credit? I am to be countable for all:
If a Master should promise a servant, that if hee will but beleeve him, and seek to please him, hee will provide for him for ever, it would adde cheerfulness to such a servant,
If a Master should promise a servant, that if he will but believe him, and seek to please him, he will provide for him for ever, it would add cheerfulness to such a servant,
2 It is his will that wee shew forth this faith of our hearts in the fruits of sanctification, 1 Thess. 4.3. This is the will of God, even your sanctification, Colos. 1.10.
2 It is his will that we show forth this faith of our hearts in the fruits of sanctification, 1 Thess 4.3. This is the will of God, even your sanctification, Colos 1.10.
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in thy speech, actions, attire, eating, drinking, and whatsoever else, carry thy self like a Christian, else thou discreditest thy Masters house and dishonourest himself.
in thy speech, actions, attire, eating, drinking, and whatsoever Else, carry thy self like a Christian, Else thou discreditest thy Masters house and dishonourest himself.
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Were not hee a notable Traytor, that being sworn of the Kings guard, and professing all service to the King, should instead of the Kings armes and coat, wear the enemies? so the thing it self speaketh against him, who professeth Christ his Lord,
Were not he a notable Traitor, that being sworn of the Kings guard, and professing all service to the King, should instead of the Kings arms and coat, wear the enemies? so the thing it self speaks against him, who Professes christ his Lord,
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yea and more, be thankful for his government: 2 Sam. 15.26. If hee say, I have no delight in thee, let him do whatsoever seemeth good in his eyes, 1 Sam. 3.18.
yea and more, be thankful for his government: 2 Sam. 15.26. If he say, I have no delight in thee, let him do whatsoever seems good in his eyes, 1 Sam. 3.18.
or Master, and deny him his service? Why call yee mee Master, Master, and do not the things I speak? Luk. 6.46. All which if it bee true, how few shall finde Christ a Saviour? for how few make him their Lord? few there are that esteem this well-beloved above other well-beloveds;
or Master, and deny him his service? Why call ye me Master, Master, and do not the things I speak? Luk. 6.46. All which if it be true, how few shall find christ a Saviour? for how few make him their Lord? few there Are that esteem this well-beloved above other well-beloveds;
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and if a name that thou livest content thee, when thou art but dead, the time commeth, that when thou commest to seek thy name among the number that are saved by him, thou shalt finde thy name left out of that role,
and if a name that thou Livest content thee, when thou art but dead, the time comes, that when thou Comest to seek thy name among the number that Are saved by him, thou shalt find thy name left out of that role,
Observ. 3 Thirdly, If Christ be Lord of all, Then wee and all beleevers are fellow servants, and therefore ought to live and love together, making no dissention or schism in our Masters house, which is the Apostles reason, Eph. 4.4.
Observation 3 Thirdly, If christ be Lord of all, Then we and all believers Are fellow Servants, and Therefore ought to live and love together, making no dissension or Schism in our Masters house, which is the Apostles reason, Ephesians 4.4.
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yea, to follow his blessed example, learning daily of him to bee humble and meek, patient and tender-hearted one to another: forbearing and forgiving offenders:
yea, to follow his blessed Exampl, learning daily of him to be humble and meek, patient and tender-hearted one to Another: forbearing and forgiving offenders:
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And these things should wee rather strive in, that (according to the Apostles precept) the same minde might bee in us which was in Jesus Christ, Phil. 2.5.
And these things should we rather strive in, that (according to the Apostles precept) the same mind might be in us which was in jesus christ, Philip 2.5.
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but as the word is different in the original, so also is the signification; and betokeneth rather a thing done, than a word uttered; as Matth. 18.16. By the mouth of two or three witnesses shall every word or fact be confirmed. Luke 2.15. Let us goo to Bethlem and see this word, that is, this thing which the Lord hath brought to passe.
but as the word is different in the original, so also is the signification; and Betokeneth rather a thing done, than a word uttered; as Matthew 18.16. By the Mouth of two or three Witnesses shall every word or fact be confirmed. Luke 2.15. Let us goo to Bethlehem and see this word, that is, this thing which the Lord hath brought to pass.
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The plain sence then is this, Yee know the word, that is, the same of Christ which was quickly dispersed through all Judea in the mouthes of common men.
The plain sense then is this, Ye know the word, that is, the same of christ which was quickly dispersed through all Judea in the mouths of Common men.
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Which fame, that they should not mistake him or themselves, he describeth, 1 By the place, where it arose, beginning in Galilee. 2 By the time, when it most prevailed, after the Baptism which John preached, which some expound thus,
Which fame, that they should not mistake him or themselves, he Describeth, 1 By the place, where it arose, beginning in Galilee. 2 By the time, when it most prevailed, After the Baptism which John preached, which Some expound thus,
After the Baptism of Christ by John, which he preached, that is, administred: but the natural sence is, after the doctrin which John preached concerning him:
After the Baptism of christ by John, which he preached, that is, administered: but the natural sense is, After the Doctrine which John preached Concerning him:
Why did yee not beleeve him? and all men held John for a Prophet, Mark 1.4. He preached the baptism of repentance unto remission of sins, that is, the doctrin of repentance:
Why did ye not believe him? and all men held John for a Prophet, Mark 1.4. He preached the Baptism of Repentance unto remission of Sins, that is, the Doctrine of Repentance:
for 1 Else it were improperly said to preach baptism. 2 Johns doctrin was this, Repent, for the Kingdom of God is at hand, Acts 18.25. Apollos knew only the baptism of John, that is, his doctrin:
for 1 Else it were improperly said to preach Baptism. 2 Johns Doctrine was this, repent, for the Kingdom of God is At hand, Acts 18.25. Apollos knew only the Baptism of John, that is, his Doctrine:
and shewed him the way of God more clearly. And in Acts 19.3, 4. Into what were yee baptised? that is, into what doctrin were yee initiated and instructed:
and showed him the Way of God more clearly. And in Acts 19.3, 4. Into what were ye baptised? that is, into what Doctrine were ye initiated and instructed:
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the which interpretation notably freeth that hard text from the false collection of Anabaptists, who thence would gather, that those were by Paul rebaptised, who were formerly baptized by John: but the difficulty will be removed,
the which Interpretation notably freeth that hard text from the false collection of Anabaptists, who thence would gather, that those were by Paul Rebaptized, who were formerly baptised by John: but the difficulty will be removed,
which when they heard, namely, they which heard by Johns Ministery, they were baptized into the name of the Lord Jesus, namely, by John, not by Paul. Then addeth the Evangelist •ers. 6. And Paul put his hands on them,
which when they herd, namely, they which herd by Johns Ministry, they were baptised into the name of the Lord jesus, namely, by John, not by Paul. Then adds the Evangelist •ers. 6. And Paul put his hands on them,
And presently after he returned by vertue of the Spirit, and came into Galilee preaching the Gospel of the Kingdom, Mark 1.14. and made no end till he had taught all their Cities in all their Synagogues, Luke 4.14.
And presently After he returned by virtue of the Spirit, and Come into Galilee preaching the Gospel of the Kingdom, Mark 1.14. and made no end till he had taught all their Cities in all their Synagogues, Lycia 4.14.
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adde to his Baptism and Doctrin, that he wrought his first Miracle of turning Water into Wine at Cana a Town of Galilee; and that he called his Disciples in Galilee; all which beginnings must needs raise a rumour and fame of him, which,
add to his Baptism and Doctrine, that he wrought his First Miracle of turning Water into Wine At Cana a Town of Galilee; and that he called his Disciples in Galilee; all which beginnings must needs raise a rumour and fame of him, which,
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as Luke reporteth, went through all the adjacent region round about. 3 This circumstance notably befitteth this argument, to prove him Lord of all, both Jews and Gentiles,
as Lycia Reporteth, went through all the adjacent region round about. 3 This circumstance notably befitteth this argument, to prove him Lord of all, both jews and Gentiles,
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But was not Christ sent to the last sheep of the house of Israel? Did hee not come to his own? how then did hee begin his ministery in Galilee of the Gentiles?
But was not christ sent to the last sheep of the house of Israel? Did he not come to his own? how then did he begin his Ministry in Galilee of the Gentiles?
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Ans. Galilee of the Gentiles is so called, not because it was not in Judea, but 1 To distinguish it from another Galilee, which was also in Judea, and called Galilea inferior, in the tribe of Zabulon, where Nazaret was situate:
Ans. Galilee of the Gentiles is so called, not Because it was not in Judea, but 1 To distinguish it from Another Galilee, which was also in Judea, and called Galilee inferior, in the tribe of Zebulon, where Nazareth was situate:
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But this was called Galilea superior, or Gentium, in the tribe of Nephtali, not farre from Capernaum. 2 Because there were twenty Cities in Galilee given by Salomon to Hyram a Gentile, 1 King. 9.11. 3 Because being in the extremity of Palestina, near the Sea,
But this was called Galilee superior, or Gentium, in the tribe of Naphtali, not Far from Capernaum. 2 Because there were twenty Cities in Galilee given by Solomon to Hyram a Gentile, 1 King. 9.11. 3 Because being in the extremity of Palestine, near the Sea,
But why should Christ begin his Ministery here, rather than at Jerusalem, was it for any singular disposition or good which hee found in them above other? I answer:
But why should christ begin his Ministry Here, rather than At Jerusalem, was it for any singular disposition or good which he found in them above other? I answer:
2 Hence he manifested himself a true Prophet, who would rather hide himself in the furthest and most remote parts of the Country, amongst a barbarous and rude people,
2 Hence he manifested himself a true Prophet, who would rather hide himself in the furthest and most remote parts of the Country, among a barbarous and rude people,
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3 Not obscurely hence would he be noted the Lord of all, both Jews and Gentiles, in that he beginneth his Ministry in this Country, whose inhabitants were mixed of Jews and Gentiles. Object.
3 Not obscurely hence would he be noted the Lord of all, both jews and Gentiles, in that he begins his Ministry in this Country, whose inhabitants were mixed of jews and Gentiles. Object.
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But this seemeth to crosse sundry places of the Scripture, which affirm •hat the preaching of Christ must begin at Jerusalem, not in Galilee, Luk. 24.47.
But this seems to cross sundry places of the Scripture, which affirm •hat the preaching of christ must begin At Jerusalem, not in Galilee, Luk. 24.47.
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Now for the other circumstance of time, when this fame went of Christ, namely, after the Baptism which John preached, it is not without weighty cause added by the Apostle.
Now for the other circumstance of time, when this fame went of christ, namely, After the Baptism which John preached, it is not without weighty cause added by the Apostle.
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1 To note the truth and accomplishment of those Prophecies which concerned John himself: as Mal. 3.1. Behold I send my messenger, and he shall prepare the way before me, which prophecy Christ himself applyeth to John, Mat. 11.10. that by this consideration they might be one step nearer the acknowledging of the true Messiah, seeing that his Harbinger Elijah was come already.
1 To note the truth and accomplishment of those Prophecies which concerned John himself: as Malachi 3.1. Behold I send my Messenger, and he shall prepare the Way before me, which prophecy christ himself Applieth to John, Mathew 11.10. that by this consideration they might be one step nearer the acknowledging of the true Messiah, seeing that his Harbinger Elijah was come already.
for they were the worst of all people, Deut. 9.4. and much lesse can hee finde any worthiness to entitle a man to the heavenly Canaan: the freedome of this grace doth therefore shine out more clearly;
for they were the worst of all people, Deuteronomy 9.4. and much less can he find any worthiness to entitle a man to the heavenly Canaan: the freedom of this grace does Therefore shine out more clearly;
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then the Gospel doth seasonably propound the grace and mercy of God in Christ. Hence for pacifying the troubled conscience, it is called the Gospel of peace, Eph. 6.15. for chearing up the heavy heart, it is called a good word, Heb. 6.5. and for healing and bringing the sick soul to health and soundness, it is called a sound word, Tit. 2.8. and therefore Ministers in despensing the promises, must see that men bee fitted for them;
then the Gospel does seasonably propound the grace and mercy of God in christ. Hence for pacifying the troubled conscience, it is called the Gospel of peace, Ephesians 6.15. for cheering up the heavy heart, it is called a good word, Hebrew 6.5. and for healing and bringing the sick soul to health and soundness, it is called a found word, Tit. 2.8. and Therefore Ministers in despensing the promises, must see that men be fitted for them;
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therefore (as good order requireth) hee beginneth there, and in this verse propoundeth two things: 1 Christs calling to his office of Mediatorship, How God annointed, &c. 2 The execution of that office, according to his Calling, who went about, &c. In the former are three points to be considered, 1 who was called, Jesus of Nazaret. 2 Who called him, how God annointed. 3 The manifestation of this calling, annointed him with the Holy Ghost, and with power.
Therefore (as good order requires) he begins there, and in this verse propoundeth two things: 1 Christ calling to his office of Mediatorship, How God anointed, etc. 2 The execution of that office, according to his Calling, who went about, etc. In the former Are three points to be considered, 1 who was called, jesus of Nazareth. 2 Who called him, how God anointed. 3 The manifestation of this calling, anointed him with the Holy Ghost, and with power.
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for hee was born at Bethlem in Judaea, Matt. 2.5. according to the prophesy, Mic. 5.2. but because, 1 He was brought up there, for Joseph his Father fearing Archelaus, Herods son Mat. 2.22. he sought him out (or rather directed by Divine dream) a most obscure village in Galilee named Nazaret, and dwelt there.
for he was born At Bethlehem in Judaea, Matt. 2.5. according to the prophesy, Mic. 5.2. but Because, 1 He was brought up there, for Joseph his Father fearing Archelaus, Herods son Mathew 2.22. he sought him out (or rather directed by Divine dream) a most Obscure village in Galilee nam Nazareth, and dwelled there.
2 Hee was so called by the over-ruling hand and council, that hee might bee probably known to bee the true Messias, in that hee was a Nazarite as was prophesied of him before, Zach. 6.12.
2 He was so called by the overruling hand and council, that he might be probably known to be the true Messias, in that he was a Nazarite as was prophesied of him before, Zach 6.12.
Behold the man whose name is BRANCH, and hee shall grow up out of his place, and shall build the Temple; so Isa. 60.21. These are the places which the Evangelist Matthew aimeth at, when he said, that Christ dwelt in the City of Nazaret, that it might bee fulfilled which was spoken by the Prophets, he shall bee called a Nazarite:
Behold the man whose name is BRANCH, and he shall grow up out of his place, and shall built the Temple; so Isaiah 60.21. These Are the places which the Evangelist Matthew aimeth At, when he said, that christ dwelled in the city of Nazareth, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophets, he shall be called a Nazarite:
for seeing so much is not elsewhere spoken in clear and proper speech; necessarily it must bee spoken figuratively at least, and more obscurely, as in those places:
for seeing so much is not elsewhere spoken in clear and proper speech; necessarily it must be spoken figuratively At least, and more obscurely, as in those places:
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which M. Junius doth manifestly clear to appertain to this very purpose; in whom the Learned m•y read much more concerning this argument, which willingly I forbear
which M. Junius does manifestly clear to appertain to this very purpose; in whom the Learned m•y read much more Concerning this argument, which willingly I forbear
3 That they might under this title acknowledge him according to the Scripture to bee the rod of the stock of Jesse, and a plant going out of his roots, which by the same word is signified, Isa. 11.1.
3 That they might under this title acknowledge him according to the Scripture to be the rod of the stock of Jesse, and a plant going out of his roots, which by the same word is signified, Isaiah 11.1.
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hee did) but by most perfect holinesse and absolute purity of his whole man (whereof those Nazarites were but shadows) that so hee might bee a perfect Saviour,
he did) but by most perfect holiness and absolute purity of his Whole man (whereof those nazarites were but shadows) that so he might be a perfect Saviour,
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and high Priest, separate from all sinners, Heb. 7.26. Whence note, How the providence of God in over-ruling every particular circumstance is manifestly cleared.
and high Priest, separate from all Sinners, Hebrew 7.26. Whence note, How the providence of God in overruling every particular circumstance is manifestly cleared.
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The very particular places assigned for this and that purpose, are accurately set down, to shew how those seaven bright eyes of Gods providence, which go over all the world, Zach. 4.10. have been ever waking and watchful over both predictions, and accomplishments, to bring them just together in the just point and period fore-appointed.
The very particular places assigned for this and that purpose, Are accurately Set down, to show how those seaven bright eyes of God's providence, which go over all the world, Zach 4.10. have been ever waking and watchful over both predictions, and accomplishments, to bring them just together in the just point and Period fore-appointed.
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but in a journey, and in an Inne at Bethlem, because i• 〈 … 〉 so foretold, that Bethlem, the least of all the Cities in Judea, should be made 〈 ◊ 〉 highest in this priviledge.
but in a journey, and in an Inn At Bethlehem, Because i• 〈 … 〉 so foretold, that Bethlehem, the least of all the Cities in Judea, should be made 〈 ◊ 〉 highest in this privilege.
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Again, Christ though the Son of David, must not bee brought up in Bethlem, the City of David, nor yet (being of the Kings seed) in Jerusalem, the City and seat of the Kings;
Again, christ though the Son of David, must not be brought up in Bethlehem, the city of David, nor yet (being of the Kings seed) in Jerusalem, the city and seat of the Kings;
but in Nazaret, that hee might be called a Nazarite. Whatsoever therefore God hath promised in the Scriptures, wait in faith for the accomplishment, this providence will not suffer it unaccomplished;
but in Nazareth, that he might be called a Nazarite. Whatsoever Therefore God hath promised in the Scriptures, wait in faith for the accomplishment, this providence will not suffer it unaccomplished;
even Nathaniel himself could ask if •ny good could come out of Nazaret, Joh. 1.47. and this was in scorn added as a part of his stile and title written in three tongues upon the Cross, Jesus of N•zaret, King of the Jews:
even Nathaniel himself could ask if •ny good could come out of Nazareth, John 1.47. and this was in scorn added as a part of his style and title written in three tongues upon the Cross, jesus of N•zaret, King of the jews:
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for presently after the death of Christ, the Christians were in scorn al• called Nazarites, that is, silly fools that did beleeve in such a Messiah as came from Nazaret. But we must know, that the wisdome of God would have him hereby generally proclaimed the Messias and Saviour of the world, both to Jews and Gentiles:
for presently After the death of christ, the Christians were in scorn al• called nazarites, that is, silly Fools that did believe in such a Messiah as Come from Nazareth. But we must know, that the Wisdom of God would have him hereby generally proclaimed the Messias and Saviour of the world, both to jews and Gentiles:
And is it not a wonderful blindnesse, that the Jews should still look for their Messias out of a Town which hath been destroyed a thousand and five hundred years agoe, the very place of which cannot be assigned? Our request to God must bee for them, that he would remove that thick veil which to this day is drawn over the hearts of his own ancient people.
And is it not a wondered blindness, that the jews should still look for their Messias out of a Town which hath been destroyed a thousand and five hundred Years ago, the very place of which cannot be assigned? Our request to God must be for them, that he would remove that thick veil which to this day is drawn over the hearts of his own ancient people.
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so neither Christ took this honour to himself, but expected that voyce, Thou art my Son. How often did Christ witnesse of himself, that he came not of himself,
so neither christ took this honour to himself, but expected that voice, Thou art my Son. How often did christ witness of himself, that he Come not of himself,
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yea himself being an expresse Image of his Fathers substance, in him he hath laid up all treasures of wisdome and knowledge, that from his fulnesse we might receive grace for grace.
yea himself being an express Image of his Father's substance, in him he hath laid up all treasures of Wisdom and knowledge, that from his fullness we might receive grace for grace.
and shoove, and thrust in before we have any commission drawn or sealed by God? who even carried such post-hast happily? How miserably perished proud Absolon, who thought it not enough to bee the Kings Son,
and shoove, and thrust in before we have any commission drawn or sealed by God? who even carried such posthaste happily? How miserably perished proud Absalom, who Thought it not enough to be the Kings Son,
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What shall I speak of Ʋzzah, Uzziah, and the rest, who found 〈 ◊ 〉 Lord as good as his word against such which goe on any errand and he send them not? they found the Lord coming many ways against them,
What shall I speak of Ʋzzah, Uzziah, and the rest, who found 〈 ◊ 〉 Lord as good as his word against such which go on any errand and he send them not? they found the Lord coming many ways against them,
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that if the greatest Kings band themselves together against the Lord, and against his Christ, the Lord out of Heaven will laugh them to scorn, he will speak to them in his anger,
that if the greatest Kings band themselves together against the Lord, and against his christ, the Lord out of Heaven will laugh them to scorn, he will speak to them in his anger,
or seek to displace him? Let us take heed it befall not us as 〈 ◊ 〉 did the Jews taxed in the Parable of the King letting out his Vineyard, which sent his servants for his rent to the Husbandmen, and afterwards his son;
or seek to displace him? Let us take heed it befall not us as 〈 ◊ 〉 did the jews taxed in the Parable of the King letting out his Vineyard, which sent his Servants for his rend to the Husbandmen, and afterwards his son;
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And this outward Ceremony signified two things: First, their ordination or calling unto that Office: secondly, the promise of proportionable gifts for the performance:
And this outward Ceremony signified two things: First, their ordination or calling unto that Office: secondly, the promise of proportionable Gifts for the performance:
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so as they were hereby confirmed, both that God hath chosen them to their office, as also that he would furnish them unto it, and protect them in the same.
so as they were hereby confirmed, both that God hath chosen them to their office, as also that he would furnish them unto it, and Pact them in the same.
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In this anointing of Christ therefore both these things are signified and proved: 1 That he was ordained of God to the performance of this Office of Mediatorship,
In this anointing of christ Therefore both these things Are signified and proved: 1 That he was ordained of God to the performance of this Office of Mediatorship,
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and consecrated by God, to be the Messiah, that is, a spiritual King, Priest, and Prophet. 2. That he had poured out upon him, the gifts of the Holy Ghost, which gave him power,
and consecrated by God, to be the Messiah, that is, a spiritual King, Priest, and Prophet. 2. That he had poured out upon him, the Gifts of the Holy Ghost, which gave him power,
for God gave not him the Spirit by measure, Joh. 3.34. and not only with gifts, but all gifts in the highest degree, above all his fellows, Psal. 45. men or Angels, in none of which ever dwelt the fulnesse of the God-head bodily, as it did in him, Coloss. 2.10.
for God gave not him the Spirit by measure, John 3.34. and not only with Gifts, but all Gifts in the highest degree, above all his Fellows, Psalm 45. men or Angels, in none of which ever dwelled the fullness of the Godhead bodily, as it did in him, Coloss. 2.10.
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This the Evangelist expresseth, Joh. 1.16. Full of grace, of truth — and, of his fulnesse we receive grace for grace: Coloss. 2.10. In him dwelleth the fulnesse of the God-head bodily, and yee are compleat in him. Quest.
This the Evangelist Expresses, John 1.16. Full of grace, of truth — and, of his fullness we receive grace for grace: Coloss. 2.10. In him dwells the fullness of the Godhead bodily, and ye Are complete in him. Quest.
Ans. The anoynting of Christ is two-fold. 1 In respect of his gifts: and with these he was anoynted by the very union of his two Natures into one Person in the Wombe of the Virgin, from the first moment of his conception:
Ans. The anointing of christ is twofold. 1 In respect of his Gifts: and with these he was anointed by the very Union of his two Nature's into one Person in the Womb of the Virgae, from the First moment of his conception:
and this was then compleat, when in the thirtieth year of his age at his Baptism, he was solemnly inaugurated by a voyce from Heaven, by the opening of the Heaven,
and this was then complete, when in the thirtieth year of his age At his Baptism, he was solemnly inaugurated by a voice from Heaven, by the opening of the Heaven,
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This is not a work to be committed to any King, or Emperour, nor the greatest state and Potentate in the earth, no nor to any Angel or Archangel in Heaven:
This is not a work to be committed to any King, or Emperor, nor the greatest state and Potentate in the earth, no nor to any Angel or Archangel in Heaven:
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or Goats, but to offer himself a sweet smelling Sacrifice, and that not often, but once for all, Heb. 8.6. neither doth he offer only this sacrifice, but by this spirit and power with which he is anoynted, he applieth it to his Church:
or Goats, but to offer himself a sweet smelling Sacrifice, and that not often, but once for all, Hebrew 8.6. neither does he offer only this sacrifice, but by this Spirit and power with which he is anointed, he Applieth it to his Church:
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neither doth he only pray for his Church, but meriteth also to be heard, is never denied, neither ever dyeth, but liveth for ever to make intercession for them, vers. 25. 3 A more famous Prophet than Moses is here anoynted:
neither does he only pray for his Church, but merits also to be herd, is never denied, neither ever Dies, but lives for ever to make Intercession for them, vers. 25. 3 A more famous Prophet than Moses is Here anointed:
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let not us therefore despise him that speaketh from heaven: for if they escaped not which refused Moses that spake on earth, much more shall not we escape if we turn away from him that speaketh from heaven: Heb. 12.25.
let not us Therefore despise him that speaks from heaven: for if they escaped not which refused Moses that spoke on earth, much more shall not we escape if we turn away from him that speaks from heaven: Hebrew 12.25.
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And can we want reason? 1 In his anoynting we are commanded by a voyce from Heaven, hear him, Mat. 17.5. 2 He delivereth the whole will of his Father, we shall therefore be perfectly taught if we hear him. 3 We may safely rest in his Doctrin,
And can we want reason? 1 In his anointing we Are commanded by a voice from Heaven, hear him, Mathew 17.5. 2 He Delivereth the Whole will of his Father, we shall Therefore be perfectly taught if we hear him. 3 We may safely rest in his Doctrine,
Secondly, hence we learn, That seeing every beleever is anoynted with Christ, and in Christ, we must all be careful to find this holy oyl running down from the head upon us the members: 1 Joh. 2.27. The anoynting which yee receive of him dwelleth in you.
Secondly, hence we Learn, That seeing every believer is anointed with christ, and in christ, we must all be careful to find this holy oil running down from the head upon us the members: 1 John 2.27. The anointing which ye receive of him dwells in you.
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And indeed our very name of Christians, putteth us in minde that we must have our measure of that oyl of grace which was poured on Christ without measure:
And indeed our very name of Christians, putteth us in mind that we must have our measure of that oil of grace which was poured on christ without measure:
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so as if we carry the name and title of Christ, wee must see that the nature and gifts of Christians appear in our lives. Revel: 1.6. hee hath made us Kings and Priests unto God.
so as if we carry the name and title of christ, we must see that the nature and Gifts of Christians appear in our lives. Revel: 1.6. he hath made us Kings and Priests unto God.
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And it was long before prophesied of the Church of the New Testament, that the sons and daughters of it shall Prophesie, Joel 2.28. and all this by vertue of this anoynting.
And it was long before prophesied of the Church of the New Testament, that the Sons and daughters of it shall Prophesy, Joel 2.28. and all this by virtue of this anointing.
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or mystical Christ. Thus Paul calleth Christ united with the Church, by the name of Christ, 1 Cor. 12.12. we must therefore help on the perfection of this latter, seeing he is already perfect in the former.
or mystical christ. Thus Paul calls christ united with the Church, by the name of christ, 1 Cor. 12.12. we must Therefore help on the perfection of this latter, seeing he is already perfect in the former.
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To this purpose every man must become a King (for so he is if hee partake of Christs anointing) in being ever in the field in combate against sin, in taking up arms against Satans hellish power, in getting daily dominion over his own rebellious flesh, and wicked lusts.
To this purpose every man must become a King (for so he is if he partake of Christ anointing) in being ever in the field in combat against since, in taking up arms against Satan hellish power, in getting daily dominion over his own rebellious Flesh, and wicked Lustiest.
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For if thou beest a Christian, thou hast ten thousand rebels to encounter, and as many strong temptations and lusts which thou must stand out to victory:
For if thou Best a Christian, thou hast ten thousand rebels to encounter, and as many strong temptations and Lustiest which thou must stand out to victory:
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and held down under the power and tyranny of their own lusts, in whom there is no resistance, no fight, never a stroak they strike against their own sins, the strong man is gone away with all, very cowards against the Devil,
and held down under the power and tyranny of their own Lustiest, in whom there is no resistance, no fight, never a stroke they strike against their own Sins, the strong man is gone away with all, very cowards against the devil,
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to offer up thy prayers and praises, the calves of thy lips: these are the odours of the Saints, Revel. 5.8. to offer up thy sins to bee sacrificed and slain by the knife and sword of the Spirit in the Ministery of the word:
to offer up thy Prayers and praises, the calves of thy lips: these Are the odours of the Saints, Revel. 5.8. to offer up thy Sins to be sacrificed and slave by the knife and sword of the Spirit in the Ministry of the word:
to offer the sacrifices of almes and mercy, with which sacrifices God is well pleased: to offer the sacrifice of a broken and contrite heart, which the Lord despiseth not:
to offer the Sacrifices of alms and mercy, with which Sacrifices God is well pleased: to offer the sacrifice of a broken and contrite heart, which the Lord despises not:
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These are the chief things (to which others might be added) wherein every Christian ought to testifie himself anoynted by Christs anoynting, that he communicateth as well in his graces as in his name,
These Are the chief things (to which Others might be added) wherein every Christian ought to testify himself anointed by Christ anointing, that he Communicateth as well in his graces as in his name,
Now this godly nature is nothing else, but those excellent renewed qualities and precious gifts, which the Holy Ghost bestoweth upon the regenerate by means of this anoynting,
Now this godly nature is nothing Else, but those excellent renewed qualities and precious Gifts, which the Holy Ghost bestoweth upon the regenerate by means of this anointing,
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but denying himself and glory, spent his whole life in doing good unto others; suffering himself to bee subdued under a most shameful and cursed death;
but denying himself and glory, spent his Whole life in doing good unto Others; suffering himself to be subdued under a most shameful and cursed death;
Wherein he propounded himself a worthy pattern and example of imitation, unto all such as have received gifts, and calling unto any office in Church or Common-wealth:
Wherein he propounded himself a worthy pattern and Exampl of imitation, unto all such as have received Gifts, and calling unto any office in Church or Commonwealth:
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And would this were not too true, not in many Ministers only, but even in numbers of private Christians, who have had both gifts and calling to teach and pray in their families,
And would this were not too true, not in many Ministers only, but even in numbers of private Christians, who have had both Gifts and calling to teach and pray in their families,
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The latter, in curing the bodies of men also by most powerful Miracles: one kind whereof, which was most eminent (namely the healing of Demoniaks) is put for all the rest, in the words following:
The latter, in curing the bodies of men also by most powerful Miracles: one kind whereof, which was most eminent (namely the healing of Demoniacs) is put for all the rest, in the words following:
and in one word, the very healing God. Of both which points we are to speak something, seeing the former is the principal, and included in this latter;
and in one word, the very healing God. Of both which points we Are to speak something, seeing the former is the principal, and included in this latter;
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It is true that the Jews were more affected with his Miracles than with his Doctrin, insomuch as they were often wholly carried after him for the bread and belly sake.
It is true that the jews were more affected with his Miracles than with his Doctrine, insomuch as they were often wholly carried After him for the bred and belly sake.
And first for his Doctrin; the calling of our blessed Saviour being to seek and save that which was lost, to reduce the lost sheep of the house of Israel unto the fold, to finde the lost groat, to call sinners unto Repentance;
And First for his Doctrine; the calling of our blessed Saviour being to seek and save that which was lost, to reduce the lost sheep of the house of Israel unto the fold, to find the lost groat, to call Sinners unto Repentance;
yea, who was not only the bearer of it, but the very Author of all Truth? And therefore according to his Power and Commission, reformed the Law corrupted with false glosses of the Pharisees, and established it:
yea, who was not only the bearer of it, but the very Author of all Truth? And Therefore according to his Power and Commission, reformed the Law corrupted with false Glosses of the Pharisees, and established it:
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and fitted with gifts thereunto for the gathering of the Saints, Eph. 4. instituted, and ministred the Sacraments of the New Testament after the abolishing of the Old:
and fitted with Gifts thereunto for the gathering of the Saints, Ephesians 4. instituted, and ministered the Sacraments of the New Testament After the abolishing of the Old:
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framed and prescribed a perfect form of prayer, unto which all ours must bee squared: delivered (as Moses ) a pattern of the Temple and all things therein;
framed and prescribed a perfect from of prayer, unto which all ours must be squared: Delivered (as Moses) a pattern of the Temple and all things therein;
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nay, not onely to take, but even seek them, that so hee might make offer of the greatest good, that ever men in this world could meet withall? If his Disciples onely speak of bread, hee telleth them hee hath other bread that they know not of.
nay, not only to take, but even seek them, that so he might make offer of the greatest good, that ever men in this world could meet withal? If his Disciples only speak of bred, he Telleth them he hath other bred that they know not of.
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And in both these, how Meekly, gently, humbly, yea, and compassionately did he carry himself towards those that were any way teachable, howsoever in publike,
And in both these, how Meekly, gently, humbly, yea, and compassionately did he carry himself towards those that were any Way teachable, howsoever in public,
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not onely when they lay in wait to catch him in his speech, but even to attach his person to mischief him? How often did the Jews take up stones to stone him? Joh. 16. & 10. How did the people assault him to throw him down head-long from the top of an hill? Luke 4.29.
not only when they lay in wait to catch him in his speech, but even to attach his person to mischief him? How often did the jews take up stones to stone him? John 16. & 10. How did the people assault him to throw him down headlong from the top of an hill? Lycia 4.29.
Unto which most holy course of Doctrin, if wee adde his most innocent life, in which was no spot or error, it addeth also grace and glory to his Doctrin.
Unto which most holy course of Doctrine, if we add his most innocent life, in which was no spot or error, it adds also grace and glory to his Doctrine.
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to which Jesus answered, The works which I do, hear witnesse of mee: and again, If I do not the works of my Father, beleeve mee not: and Joh. 2.11. This beginning of Miracles did Jesus in Cana• of Galilee, and shewed forth his glory.
to which jesus answered, The works which I do, hear witness of me: and again, If I do not the works of my Father, believe me not: and John 2.11. This beginning of Miracles did jesus in Cana• of Galilee, and showed forth his glory.
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thus the Jews could sometimes confess, that hee was a Teacher sent of God, Matth. 21.16. and Nicodemus affirmed, that no man could do such things unless God were with him: and Joh. 6.14.
thus the jews could sometime confess, that he was a Teacher sent of God, Matthew 21.16. and Nicodemus affirmed, that no man could do such things unless God were with him: and John 6.14.
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Thirdly, to confirm the truth of his Doctrin, and consequently our Faith in the same; Joh. 11.14. Lazarus is dead, and I am glad that I was not there for your sakes, that yee may beleeve: and chap. 14.11. Beleeve mee at least for the works sake. Object.
Thirdly, to confirm the truth of his Doctrine, and consequently our Faith in the same; John 11.14. Lazarus is dead, and I am glad that I was not there for your sakes, that ye may believe: and chap. 14.11. Believe me At least for the works sake. Object.
But the Prophets and Apostles also wrought miracles, and therefore they cannot argue him more extraordinary, either for his person, or office, than they were.
But the prophets and Apostles also wrought Miracles, and Therefore they cannot argue him more extraordinary, either for his person, or office, than they were.
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For howsoever all of them conspired in the main end of them, which was to confirm the same Doctrin, together with the Divine person, and office of Jesus Christ:
For howsoever all of them conspired in the main end of them, which was to confirm the same Doctrine, together with the Divine person, and office of jesus christ:
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Christ wrought his Miracles by his own power and strength, Luke 6.19. The whole multitude sought to touch him, for vertue went out of him, and hee healed them all.
christ wrought his Miracles by his own power and strength, Lycia 6.19. The Whole multitude sought to touch him, for virtue went out of him, and he healed them all.
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But they wrought by Christs power, and acknowledging themselves but Instruments, disclaim all power in themselves, that all the glory might bee Christs, whose also the works done in and by them are: Act. 3.12. Why stand yee gazing on us, as if wee by our own power or godlinesse had made this man go? The God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, hath glorified his Son Jesus, — and his name hath made this man sound, vers. 16. Yea, in the working they shew themselves instruments:
But they wrought by Christ power, and acknowledging themselves but Instruments, disclaim all power in themselves, that all the glory might be Christ, whose also the works done in and by them Are: Act. 3.12. Why stand ye gazing on us, as if we by our own power or godliness had made this man go? The God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, hath glorified his Son jesus, — and his name hath made this man found, vers. 16. Yea, in the working they show themselves Instruments:
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As, Moses commandeth the Sea, but he is bidden take his staffe: Elizeus divideth Jordan, but hee must use his cloak, 2 King. 12.13. Joshuah divideth Jordan, but by means of the Ark, Josh. 3.13.
As, Moses commands the Sea, but he is bidden take his staff: Elisha divides Jordan, but he must use his cloak, 2 King. 12.13. Joshua divides Jordan, but by means of the Ark, Josh. 3.13.
So also the Apostles in working miracles, alwaies change their stile from Christs. Act. 3.6. In the name of Jesus Christ I say to thee, rise and walk: Act. 9.34. Peter to Aeneas, Jesus Christ maketh thee whole, arise.
So also the Apostles in working Miracles, always change their style from Christ. Act. 3.6. In the name of jesus christ I say to thee, rise and walk: Act. 9.34. Peter to Aeneas, jesus christ makes thee Whole, arise.
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Ans. His Doctrin was such as ought to have been received for it self, if there had been no addition of miracles, which onely serve to help our weakness, whose incredulity is such,
Ans. His Doctrine was such as ought to have been received for it self, if there had been no addition of Miracles, which only serve to help our weakness, whose incredulity is such,
But how can those Miracles infallibly confirm his Dostrin or person, seeing it is granted to wicked men also to work Miracles? as Pharaohs inchanters, Simon Magus, the Man of Sin: yea, one may remove Mountains who wanteth love:
But how can those Miracles infallibly confirm his Dostrin or person, seeing it is granted to wicked men also to work Miracles? as Pharaohs enchanters, Simon Magus, the Man of since: yea, one may remove Mountains who Wants love:
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and many shall say in the day of judgement, Lord, wee have cast out Devils in thy name, and done many great things, to whom hee shall answer, Depart from mee, I never knew you.
and many shall say in the day of judgement, Lord, we have cast out Devils in thy name, and done many great things, to whom he shall answer, Depart from me, I never knew you.
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but the other are lies, and not the things which they seem to bee, called by the Apostle lying Wonders; • Thess. 2. meer Sorceries, Juglings, Sleights, deluding the sences;
but the other Are lies, and not the things which they seem to be, called by the Apostle lying Wonders; • Thess 2. mere Sorceries, Jugglings, Sleights, deluding the Senses;
nor blood, but the appearance of both: for the Text saith expresly, it was done by Sorcery, Exod. 7.22. & 8.7. Such lying wonders are the Popish Miracles, the sweating of their Images, the bleeding of some of their hosts, the motions of their Images, their speech, their weeping;
nor blood, but the appearance of both: for the Text Says expressly, it was done by Sorcery, Exod 7.22. & 8.7. Such lying wonders Are the Popish Miracles, the sweating of their Images, the bleeding of Some of their hosts, the motions of their Images, their speech, their weeping;
but the lying wonders of Jannes and Jambres (for they were the Sorcerers that resisted Moses ) tended to hold them in Egypt still, against the express Commandement of God;
but the lying wonders of Jannes and Jambres (for they were the Sorcerers that resisted Moses) tended to hold them in Egypt still, against the express Commandment of God;
By which rule if wee shall examine Popish Miracles, wee shall ever finde them brought to confirm some untruth, which hath no ground in the word to stand upon;
By which Rule if we shall examine Popish Miracles, we shall ever find them brought to confirm Some untruth, which hath no ground in the word to stand upon;
Pilgrimages, Monastical life, with sundry other orders, Christs real and bodily presence in the consecrated Host, the verity of their most Idolatrous Masse.
Pilgrimages, Monastical life, with sundry other order, Christ real and bodily presence in the consecrated Host, the verity of their most Idolatrous Mass.
nor the Miracles themselves no other than the lying Wonders of Antichrist, which cause men to beleeve lyes, who have not received the love of the truth.
nor the Miracles themselves no other than the lying Wonders of Antichrist, which cause men to believe lies, who have not received the love of the truth.
and their childish Miracles, as their late London Boy; and shew us such as these. Let us hear (but without imposture) of such as speak with new tongues;
and their childish Miracles, as their late London Boy; and show us such as these. Let us hear (but without imposture) of such as speak with new tongues;
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but his delight was with the sons of men, hee eat with them, drunk with them, more familiarly conversed with them than John did, that hee might still take occasion to doe them good,
but his delight was with the Sons of men, he eat with them, drunk with them, more familiarly conversed with them than John did, that he might still take occasion to do them good,
who professing themselves servants, would bee loath to be as their Lord was? some setting up themselves as it were a fatting in a course of case and delicacy:
who professing themselves Servants, would be loath to be as their Lord was? Some setting up themselves as it were a fatting in a course of case and delicacy:
2 Seeing Christ by this going about and doing good, shewed himself to be that Prophet, whom God would raise like Moses, mighty in word and deed: Deut. 18.15. We are hence bound to beleeve him, and his holy Doctrine so surely confirmed by so many and mighty Miracles;
2 Seeing christ by this going about and doing good, showed himself to be that Prophet, whom God would raise like Moses, mighty in word and deed: Deuteronomy 18.15. We Are hence bound to believe him, and his holy Doctrine so surely confirmed by so many and mighty Miracles;
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that so wee may avoid that fearful hardning so long before Prophecied to befall the Jews, Who though he had done many Miracles before them, yet beleeved not they on him:
that so we may avoid that fearful hardening so long before Prophesied to befall the jews, Who though he had done many Miracles before them, yet believed not they on him:
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If men will broach and bring into the Church new doctrins, and devises of their own (as the Romish Church doth at this day) it is no marvail it they seek after new Miracles to obtrude them withall:
If men will broach and bring into the Church new doctrines, and devises of their own (as the Romish Church does At this day) it is no marvel it they seek After new Miracles to obtrude them withal:
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but if men will professe the ancient doctrin of the Prophets, Apostles, and Christ himself, to gape after new Miracles, were too lightly to esteem of the old;
but if men will profess the ancient Doctrine of the prophets, Apostles, and christ himself, to gape After new Miracles, were too lightly to esteem of the old;
1 The Commandement of God, charging us not to forget to doe good and distribute, Heb. 13. with which sacrifices he professeth himself to bee well pleased:
1 The Commandment of God, charging us not to forget to do good and distribute, Hebrew 13. with which Sacrifices he Professes himself to be well pleased:
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Secondly, we are every way fitted to doe good, having, 1 Callings wherein to abide, to the good of others as well as our selves. 2 Our Lives further leased and lengthned unto us, that in them we should glorifie God, in making our election sure,
Secondly, we Are every Way fitted to do good, having, 1 Callings wherein to abide, to the good of Others as well as our selves. 2 Our Lives further leased and lengthened unto us, that in them we should Glorify God, in making our election sure,
and prosperity, that unlesse we bind our own hands, we cannot but be doing good unto all, especially the houshold of faith, Gal. 6. 4 Fit objects of doing good are never wanting unto us. For
and Prosperity, that unless we bind our own hands, we cannot but be doing good unto all, especially the household of faith, Gal. 6. 4 Fit objects of doing good Are never wanting unto us. For
and many of Gods dear ones are oppressed and distressed, that we might never be unmindful of the afflictions of Joseph. 2 We have with us store of good men, who have most right to our goodnesse, the Sons of God, the members of Christ, the Temples of the Holy Ghost;
and many of God's dear ones Are oppressed and distressed, that we might never be unmindful of the afflictions of Joseph. 2 We have with us store of good men, who have most right to our Goodness, the Sons of God, the members of christ, the Temples of the Holy Ghost;
to whom, whatsoever we doe, the Lord doth accept and account of it as done to himself. 3 We have in the worst of all Gods Image which is lovely, our own nature, which should draw us to respect,
to whom, whatsoever we do, the Lord does accept and account of it as done to himself. 3 We have in the worst of all God's Image which is lovely, our own nature, which should draw us to respect,
and for ought that we know to the contrary, by the rule of charity, we must hope that they may participate in the death of Christ, as well as our selves.
and for ought that we know to the contrary, by the Rule of charity, we must hope that they may participate in the death of christ, as well as our selves.
Lastly, we are provoked to doe good by that blessed reward which God of his mercy hath promised to all those good and faithful servants, who when their Master shall come, shall be found well doing.
Lastly, we Are provoked to do good by that blessed reward which God of his mercy hath promised to all those good and faithful Servants, who when their Master shall come, shall be found well doing.
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because he was able to rescue out of the hands of the Devil such as he oppressed and played the tyrant over, God having in Justice put them under his power.
Because he was able to rescue out of the hands of the devil such as he oppressed and played the tyrant over, God having in justice put them under his power.
First, who would think him possessed that can fall down on his knees, make a solemn profession and confession of Jesus Christ, that he is the Son of God, and the most high, Mark 5.7.
First, who would think him possessed that can fallen down on his knees, make a solemn profession and Confessi of jesus christ, that he is the Son of God, and the most high, Mark 5.7.
and make loud prayers unto him, as acknowledging him to be the Lord of glory? and yet all these are the speeches and behaviours of a man possessed, not with one or two,
and make loud Prayers unto him, as acknowledging him to be the Lord of glory? and yet all these Are the Speeches and behaviours of a man possessed, not with one or two,
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and Christian profession of unpeaceableness, and tormenting him before the time (for what time would please these that Christ should come unto them?) he can ask Christ and his Ministers what they have to doe with him,
and Christian profession of Unpeaceableness, and tormenting him before the time (for what time would please these that christ should come unto them?) he can ask christ and his Ministers what they have to do with him,
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wherein (as in all the rest) he shews himself at the command of that wicked spirit, who when he could no longer torment the man, would drown the swine.
wherein (as in all the rest) he shows himself At the command of that wicked Spirit, who when he could no longer torment the man, would drown the Swine.
yet who would think him guided by any other than a good Spirit of God, that should extol the servants of Christ, their persons, their Ministery, their doctrin? for would any conceive that the Father of Lyes would praise the truth? and yet mark what a large testimony the Devil himself in the Maid gave of Paul and Silas, These men are the servants of the most high God, which shew unto us the way of salvation:
yet who would think him guided by any other than a good Spirit of God, that should extol the Servants of christ, their Persons, their Ministry, their Doctrine? for would any conceive that the Father of Lies would praise the truth? and yet mark what a large testimony the devil himself in the Maid gave of Paul and Silas, These men Are the Servants of the most high God, which show unto us the Way of salvation:
but he must sometimes transform himself into an Angel of Light, he must colour all his Lyes with some truth which is undeniable, hee can lay all his falshoods upon appearance of truth;
but he must sometime transform himself into an Angel of Light, he must colour all his Lies with Some truth which is undeniable, he can lay all his falsehoods upon appearance of truth;
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and bringers, with their mouths, whereas in their hearts they cannot abide that the doctrin of it should bee in sincerity, either published or practised:
and bringers, with their mouths, whereas in their hearts they cannot abide that the Doctrine of it should be in sincerity, either published or practised:
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and never left persecuting them till hee had cast them into prison, got them soundly beaten, set fast in the stocks, and after sent out of the City: even so, many who now commend the person and doctrin of the Servants of God, presently (shewing what spirit guideth them) can accuse them to bee mutinous,
and never left persecuting them till he had cast them into prison, god them soundly beaten, Set fast in the stocks, and After sent out of the city: even so, many who now commend the person and Doctrine of the Servants of God, presently (showing what Spirit guideth them) can accuse them to be mutinous,
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Thirdly, Who would think that hee could be haunted with a wicked spirit, that can see his sin, 1 Sam. 24.17, 18. confess it with tears and indignation against himself, openly justify the righteousness of Gods children? and yet in the example of Saul wee see that a soul possessed of Satan may do all this.
Thirdly, Who would think that he could be haunted with a wicked Spirit, that can see his since, 1 Sam. 24.17, 18. confess it with tears and Indignation against himself, openly justify the righteousness of God's children? and yet in the Exampl of Saul we see that a soul possessed of Satan may do all this.
but sometimes casts them into the fire, and sometimes into the water, Luk. 9. So is it in spiritual possession, the Lord for the common good bridleth often the rage of the Devil in his instruments, that they cannot alwaies exercise it as they would;
but sometime Cast them into the fire, and sometime into the water, Luk. 9. So is it in spiritual possession, the Lord for the Common good bridleth often the rage of the devil in his Instruments, that they cannot always exercise it as they would;
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but they have their fits sometimes, that is, some strong lusts which Satan watcheth and putteth himself into (as Judas his Covetousness invited the Devil to enter into him) and also sometimes again they have their good moods,
but they have their fits sometime, that is, Some strong Lustiest which Satan watches and putteth himself into (as Judas his Covetousness invited the devil to enter into him) and also sometime again they have their good moods,
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and David was now his good Son, and who but hee? but presently the good spirit went, and the evil spirit came upon him, and hee became more tyrannous and furious than ever before:
and David was now his good Son, and who but he? but presently the good Spirit went, and the evil Spirit Come upon him, and he became more tyrannous and furious than ever before:
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even so some there are who seem to have remorse of conscience for sin, they will confess their wickedness with tears, pray for pardon, promise amendment, beg prayers of others (as Pharaoh ) one would think them very penitent, themselves think they are so also,
even so Some there Are who seem to have remorse of conscience for since, they will confess their wickedness with tears, pray for pardon, promise amendment, beg Prayers of Others (as Pharaoh) one would think them very penitent, themselves think they Are so also,
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The third point in the words to bee considered is, The mighty power of Jesus Christ, who onely could heal those that were thus oppressed and enthralled by the Devil:
The third point in the words to be considered is, The mighty power of jesus christ, who only could heal those that were thus oppressed and enthralled by the devil:
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But never was God present with any of his Saints as hee was with his Son, who had not the vertue onely and power of the God-head effectually and energetically working with him (which was all they had) but the god-head it self was after a sort bodily with him:
But never was God present with any of his Saints as he was with his Son, who had not the virtue only and power of the Godhead effectually and energetically working with him (which was all they had) but the godhead it self was After a sort bodily with him:
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yea, the fulnesse of the God-head was not only with him, but in him bodily, Col. 2.9. as elsewhere God is said, not onely to bee with Christ, but in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, 2 Cor. 5.19.
yea, the fullness of the Godhead was not only with him, but in him bodily, Col. 2.9. as elsewhere God is said, not only to be with christ, but in christ, reconciling the world unto himself, 2 Cor. 5.19.
and by degrees laying such grounds and foundations, as whereby themselves might more easily rise to that high point of Divinity, which the Apostle calleth a great mystery, namely, God manifested in the flesh, 1 Tim. 3.26.
and by Degrees laying such grounds and foundations, as whereby themselves might more Easily rise to that high point of Divinity, which the Apostle calls a great mystery, namely, God manifested in the Flesh, 1 Tim. 3.26.
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According to which prophecy, hee, not onely put Satan to flight in his own person, Mat. 4. but took also his strongest holds where hee had strongly fortified himself in the persons of others,
According to which prophecy, he, not only put Satan to flight in his own person, Mathew 4. but took also his Strongest holds where he had strongly fortified himself in the Persons of Others,
as every where the History of the Gospel recordeth. Hee rebuked the unclean spirits, and made them cry for grief and anger, Mark. 9.25. Hee forced them to silence, and would not suffer them to confess him, Mar. 1.25. By his very word hee chained and bound them whom no bolts could hold, nor any other means subdue:
as every where the History of the Gospel recordeth. He rebuked the unclean spirits, and made them cry for grief and anger, Mark. 9.25. He forced them to silence, and would not suffer them to confess him, Mar. 1.25. By his very word he chained and bound them whom no bolts could hold, nor any other means subdue:
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It is true that Christ hath this power and glory in himself, because God is with him, but how commeth this power to bee so saving and soveraign unto miserable creatures who are held under the power of the Devil, and that most justly?
It is true that christ hath this power and glory in himself, Because God is with him, but how comes this power to be so Saving and sovereign unto miserable creatures who Are held under the power of the devil, and that most justly?
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Ans. In healing all our diseases, Mat. 8.16.17. (among which this cute is numbred) wee must knit and combine those two things which in Christ were inseparable,
Ans. In healing all our diseases, Mathew 8.16.17. (among which this cute is numbered) we must knit and combine those two things which in christ were inseparable,
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so doth our heavenly Physician imply, that this is the beginning of his cure, and therefore often his first word is, Thy sins are forgiven thee, and his last word is, goe, and sin no more,
so does our heavenly physician imply, that this is the beginning of his cure, and Therefore often his First word is, Thy Sins Are forgiven thee, and his last word is, go, and sin no more,
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or ever did, as a principal efficient cause, but as an instrument, and that onely by this power of the Lord Jesus, to whom all power in heaven and earth is given,
or ever did, as a principal efficient cause, but as an Instrument, and that only by this power of the Lord jesus, to whom all power in heaven and earth is given,
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for what power can countermand Satans, but onely Gods? I grant, Satan may give place to beelzabub, and depart his habitation for his greater advantage,
for what power can countermand Satan, but only God's? I grant, Satan may give place to beelzabub, and depart his habitation for his greater advantage,
Secondly, That whosoever finde themselves any way molested of Satan, must hasten themselves to Jesus Christ, who onely can batter down the holds of the Devil, and work their deliverance.
Secondly, That whosoever find themselves any weigh molested of Satan, must hasten themselves to jesus christ, who only can batter down the holds of the devil, and work their deliverance.
but with confidence, as the Leper, Master, if thou wilt thou canst make mee whole, Matth. 8.2. or as the Centurion, onely speak the word: rebuke these dumb and deaf spirits within me:
but with confidence, as the Leper, Master, if thou wilt thou Canst make me Whole, Matthew 8.2. or as the Centurion, only speak the word: rebuke these dumb and deaf spirits within me:
or any of thine, or whatsoever belongeth unto thee? look up unto Christ, hee can command Fire, Water, Windes, Seas, Diseases, Death, the Devils themselves:
or any of thine, or whatsoever belongeth unto thee? look up unto christ, he can command Fire, Water, Winds, Seas, Diseases, Death, the Devils themselves:
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and yet when hee was at lowest, hee could command Legions of Devils, nay Legions of Angels (as at his apprehension) much more can hee now command and rebuke the former,
and yet when he was At lowest, he could command Legions of Devils, nay Legions of Angels (as At his apprehension) much more can he now command and rebuke the former,
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1 Such Popish minded persons as think that by certain words and amulets, Devils may bee driven away, diseases healed, &c. And for this they alleadge that in the New Testament, onely by naming, Jesus such cures were effected.
1 Such Popish minded Persons as think that by certain words and amulets, Devils may be driven away, diseases healed, etc. And for this they allege that in the New Testament, only by naming, jesus such cures were effected.
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and the very practices of those who while they will drive the Devil from others, plainly prove that themselves are spiritually possessed by him, in that they will cast out Devils by Beelzebub the Prince of Devils.
and the very practices of those who while they will drive the devil from Others, plainly prove that themselves Are spiritually possessed by him, in that they will cast out Devils by Beelzebub the Prince of Devils.
whereas that disease was cured, not by the Corporal touching of his skirt, but by the Spiritual touching of himself, which was by the hand of her faith:
whereas that disease was cured, not by the Corporal touching of his skirt, but by the Spiritual touching of himself, which was by the hand of her faith:
for the confirmation of that holy Doctrin preached by •aul. And therefore the text ascribeth these Miracles, not to the garments of Paul, but to God himself;
for the confirmation of that holy Doctrine preached by •aul. And Therefore the text ascribeth these Miracles, not to the garments of Paul, but to God himself;
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who by the hands of Paul wrought them, vers. 11. W•••ce we may conclude, that whosoever use any such means as these, shew th•mselves, not only superstitious and wicked;
who by the hands of Paul wrought them, vers. 11. W•••ce we may conclude, that whosoever use any such means as these, show th•mselves, not only superstitious and wicked;
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but most foolish and ridiculous to think that any bodily substance whatsoever can work upon or violence a substance which is not bodily, such as the Devils is.
but most foolish and ridiculous to think that any bodily substance whatsoever can work upon or violence a substance which is not bodily, such as the Devils is.
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3 Others, who when Gods hand is any way upon them or theirs, especially if they conceive it (as they are prone enough) a case of Sorcery or Witchcraft, leave the help of him with whom God is;
3 Others, who when God's hand is any Way upon them or theirs, especially if they conceive it (as they Are prove enough) a case of Sorcery or Witchcraft, leave the help of him with whom God is;
Which because it is so common a sin, and so bold, as men and women doe not so much as Saul, who changed his garments that he might not bee known, I will by some reasons prove this conclusion, that although a man knew that a Cunning man or Woman so called,
Which Because it is so Common a since, and so bold, as men and women do not so much as Saul, who changed his garments that he might not be known, I will by Some Reasons prove this conclusion, that although a man knew that a Cunning man or Woman so called,
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1 Besides expresse places of Scripture against it, as Deut. 18.10. Levit. 19.31. Levit. 29.6. It is a departure from God to the Devil; Isa. 8.19. Should not a people inquire at their God? from the living to the dead? 2 King. 1.16. Because thou hast sent messengers to inquire of Baalzebub the god of Ekron, was is not because there was no God in Israel? and indeed, the seeking to such is a service and homage to Satan;
1 Beside express places of Scripture against it, as Deuteronomy 18.10. Levit. 19.31. Levit. 29.6. It is a departure from God to the devil; Isaiah 8.19. Should not a people inquire At their God? from the living to the dead? 2 King. 1.16. Because thou hast sent messengers to inquire of Baalzebub the god of Ekron, was is not Because there was no God in Israel? and indeed, the seeking to such is a service and homage to Satan;
But for words, Amulets, Characters (which are Diabolical Sacraments) or good prayers (as they call them) of the limbs of the Devil, whose warrant have they,
But for words, Amulets, Characters (which Are Diabolical Sacraments) or good Prayers (as they call them) of the limbs of the devil, whose warrant have they,
but from the Devil, or Diabolical tradition? And who made the Devil thy Physician? who if he should minister nothing but Natural things, thou mightest not accept them from him.
but from the devil, or Diabolical tradition? And who made the devil thy physician? who if he should minister nothing but Natural things, thou Mightest not accept them from him.
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And according to this threatning, he hath executed visible Judgements against it, even against Kings themselves (who think themselves most free to doe their pleasure) as 1 Chronicles 10.13, 14. Saul dyed for his transgression that hee committed against the Lord,
And according to this threatening, he hath executed visible Judgments against it, even against Kings themselves (who think themselves most free to do their pleasure) as 1 Chronicles 10.13, 14. Saul died for his Transgression that he committed against the Lord,
therefore the Lord slew him, and turned the Kingdome to David: Asa never came oft his bed for this sin, 2 King. 1.16. and more, not only Kings, but whole Nations were cast out before his people for this sin:
Therefore the Lord slew him, and turned the Kingdom to David: Asa never Come oft his Bed for this since, 2 King. 1.16. and more, not only Kings, but Whole nations were cast out before his people for this since:
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and not only they, but even his own people were cast among the Nations when they followed these waies of theirs, Isa. 2.6. Better w• •t therefore to dye of a disease in the hand, than be recovered by the hand of ••e Devil.
and not only they, but even his own people were cast among the nations when they followed these ways of theirs, Isaiah 2.6. Better w• •t Therefore to die of a disease in the hand, than be recovered by the hand of ••e devil.
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4 Mark how the Devil hath circumvented such a party. 1 He hath robbed him of his faith in God, because he maketh haste. 2 Of his fealty and subjection to God,
4 Mark how the devil hath circumvented such a party. 1 He hath robbed him of his faith in God, Because he makes haste. 2 Of his fealty and subjection to God,
but could not, namely, to take up another means of safety than God had appointed. 4 He having thus set up himself for such a mans God, hee maketh him commit execrable Idolatry, in ascribing to the Devil himself that which is proper to God and Jesus Christ.
but could not, namely, to take up Another means of safety than God had appointed. 4 He having thus Set up himself for such a men God, he makes him commit execrable Idolatry, in ascribing to the devil himself that which is proper to God and jesus christ.
2 Neither doth the Wizzard fore-tell things to come, but the Devil by them such things as he by the quickness of his spiritual nature seeth present in the causes;
2 Neither does the Vizard foretell things to come, but the devil by them such things as he by the quickness of his spiritual nature sees present in the Causes;
Let all such persons as have sought to them, consider betime how they have broken Covenant with God, betaken themselves to Satans help, broken prison to their greater punishment, and made stones bread:
Let all such Persons as have sought to them, Consider betime how they have broken Covenant with God, betaken themselves to Satan help, broken prison to their greater punishment, and made stones bred:
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Let none think it a slight matter to counsel others to this sin, and remember, that by the Law of God they ought to dye, that seek to thrust people from their God, and drive them to the Devil:
Let none think it a slight matter to counsel Others to this since, and Remember, that by the Law of God they ought to die, that seek to thrust people from their God, and drive them to the devil:
Fourthly, here we have also strong consolation, that Christ is stronger than the Devil, 1 Joh. 4.4. stronger is he that is in us, than he that is in the world:
Fourthly, Here we have also strong consolation, that christ is Stronger than the devil, 1 John 4.4. Stronger is he that is in us, than he that is in the world:
That the Apostles were such witnesses of all things which Christ did, and suffered in Judea and Jerusalem, will appear to him that considereth, that it was one of Christs first actions in his Offices,
That the Apostles were such Witnesses of all things which christ did, and suffered in Judea and Jerusalem, will appear to him that Considereth, that it was one of Christ First actions in his Offices,
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after his Baptism, to call his Disciples, who presently left all and followed him, to the end that they might be oculate witnesses, of his mighty works, of his life, of his death and resurrection:
After his Baptism, to call his Disciples, who presently left all and followed him, to the end that they might be oculate Witnesses, of his mighty works, of his life, of his death and resurrection:
to which purpose, he took them after a sort into his Family, that by their domestical and familiar converse with him, all the while he lived in the execution of his office, they might be furnished to this testimony.
to which purpose, he took them After a sort into his Family, that by their domestical and familiar converse with him, all the while he lived in the execution of his office, they might be furnished to this testimony.
wherein are to be considered, 1 The Person that was put to death, whom. 2 The persons that put him to death, they slew, namely, of Judea and Jerusalem. 3 The kind and manner of his death, slew, hanging him on a tree.
wherein Are to be considered, 1 The Person that was put to death, whom. 2 The Persons that put him to death, they slew, namely, of Judea and Jerusalem. 3 The kind and manner of his death, slew, hanging him on a tree.
First, the person that was put to death, was Jesus Christ, whom wee have heard to be Lord of all; anoynted with the Holy Ghost and power, to work most powerful Miracles;
First, the person that was put to death, was jesus christ, whom we have herd to be Lord of all; anointed with the Holy Ghost and power, to work most powerful Miracles;
and in that he dyed, it was according to his Man-hood; so Peter saith, he dyed according unto his flesh, 1 Pet. 3.18. for his body was dead being separated from his soul;
and in that he died, it was according to his Manhood; so Peter Says, he died according unto his Flesh, 1 Pet. 3.18. for his body was dead being separated from his soul;
But doth not this crosse the power of Christ immediatly before mentioned, whereby he controlled the Devils themselves, that wicked men should thus farre prevail against him?
But does not this cross the power of christ immediately before mentioned, whereby he controlled the Devils themselves, that wicked men should thus Far prevail against him?
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yea, and this laying aside of his power was the most powerful work that ever he wrought, by which he more foyled and broke the Devils power and forces in men, than ever by any;
yea, and this laying aside of his power was the most powerful work that ever he wrought, by which he more foiled and broke the Devils power and forces in men, than ever by any;
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and yet what a small reckoning is made of soul and open sins? Thirdly, take notice also of the love of God, who to free us, would lay the chastisement of our peace upon his do•• Son, that so his justice might be satisfied. Object.
and yet what a small reckoning is made of soul and open Sins? Thirdly, take notice also of the love of God, who to free us, would lay the chastisement of our peace upon his do•• Son, that so his Justice might be satisfied. Object.
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and it was meet that the Apostle intending to prove Christ to bee the true Messias, should mention both these natures, which are absolutely necessary to the Mediatour:
and it was meet that the Apostle intending to prove christ to be the true Messias, should mention both these nature's, which Are absolutely necessary to the Mediator:
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Besides, the Judge who was Pontius Pilate, was the Romane Emperours Deputy; the Souldiers, his Executioners, were of the Romane band; the manner of Death also, not Jewish, but Romane:
Beside, the Judge who was Pontius Pilate, was the Roman emperors Deputy; the Soldiers, his Executioners, were of the Roman band; the manner of Death also, not Jewish, but Roman:
they apprehended him, they mocked him, they charged him with blasphemy, they raised false witness against him, they beat him, spate in his face, they hood-winkt him,
they apprehended him, they mocked him, they charged him with blasphemy, they raised false witness against him, they beatrice him, spate in his face, they hoodwinked him,
finally, they delivered him to the Romane governour, accuse him with matter of death, falsly witnesse it against him, moved the people to ask Barabbas, and cry, Crucify him: they are content that his blood bee upon them and their children,
finally, they Delivered him to the Roman governor, accuse him with matter of death, falsely witness it against him, moved the people to ask Barabbas, and cry, Crucify him: they Are content that his blood be upon them and their children,
as it is at this day: and this is that which Pilate in his own defence said unto Christ, Joh. 18.35. Am I a Jew? Thine own Country-men and High Priests delivered thee unto mee: as if hee had said;
as it is At this day: and this is that which Pilate in his own defence said unto christ, John 18.35. Am I a Jew? Thine own Countrymen and High Priests Delivered thee unto me: as if he had said;
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The Law of God which condemneth the least injury against the person of our Neighbour, doth it in these words, Thou shalt not kill: The Apostle John speaketh of a mental murther, He that hateth his brother is a manslayer, 1 Joh. 3.15. hee hath secretly in his heart slain him already.
The Law of God which Condemneth the least injury against the person of our Neighbour, does it in these words, Thou shalt not kill: The Apostle John speaks of a mental murder, He that hates his brother is a manslayer, 1 John 3.15. he hath secretly in his heart slave him already.
for if the least and lowest degrees of provoking and rancorous speeches, as to call the brother, fool, deserve to be punished with Hell fire, Matth. 5.22. what deserve those venemous and spightful speeches, which numbers without all conscience, accustome their Tongues unto? let such consider that the Apostle rangeth Raylers in the rank with Adulterers.
for if the least and lowest Degrees of provoking and rancorous Speeches, as to call the brother, fool, deserve to be punished with Hell fire, Matthew 5.22. what deserve those venomous and spiteful Speeches, which numbers without all conscience, accustom their Tongues unto? let such Consider that the Apostle rangeth Railers in the rank with Adulterers.
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but is indeed a satanical practice, and an high degree of Murther, which for the most part endeth in the highest to the destruction of others with themselves.
but is indeed a satanical practice, and an high degree of Murder, which for the most part Endeth in the highest to the destruction of Others with themselves.
David slew not Vriah with his own hands, but writing to Joab to put him in the forlorn hope and recoyle back from him that hee might bee smitten by the enemy and dye,
David slew not Uriah with his own hands, but writing to Joab to put him in the forlorn hope and recoil back from him that he might be smitten by the enemy and die,
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This teacheth us to take heed of setting sinners a work, or any way of casting in our lot with them, either by, 1 Commanding, 2 Counselling, 3 Countenancing, 4 Provoking, 5 Flattering, 6 Silence, 7 Winking at,
This Teaches us to take heed of setting Sinners a work, or any Way of casting in our lot with them, either by, 1 Commanding, 2 Counseling, 3 Countenancing, 4 Provoking, 5 Flattering, 6 Silence, 7 Winking At,
Paul, so soon as hee was converted, accused himself for keeping the garments of those that stoned Stephen. And the truth of grace would make them listen to the Counsel which Pilates wife gave her Husband, have nothing to do with that just m••:
Paul, so soon as he was converted, accused himself for keeping the garments of those that stoned Stephen. And the truth of grace would make them listen to the Counsel which Pilate's wife gave her Husband, have nothing to do with that just m••:
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and innocent man, one that was sent unto them by God, that came unto them as unto his own, among whom hee had performed all his great works, had given sight to their blind, healed their sick, dis-possessed their Devils, raised their dead,
and innocent man, one that was sent unto them by God, that Come unto them as unto his own, among whom he had performed all his great works, had given sighed to their blind, healed their sick, dispossessed their Devils, raised their dead,
and wherefore? what had the righteous man done? which of them could accuse him of sin? or might not hee have taken his enemies book up•• his shoulder,
and Wherefore? what had the righteous man done? which of them could accuse him of since? or might not he have taken his enemies book up•• his shoulder,
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but as a man falleth before wicked men, so did hee fall, 2 Sam. 3.35. that is, Abner was a valiant and worthy man, and so would have acquitted himself,
but as a man falls before wicked men, so did he fallen, 2 Sam. 3.35. that is, Abner was a valiant and worthy man, and so would have acquitted himself,
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and as David amplified both the sin and the punishment of such a wretch as so cowardly slew Abner, when hee said, know yee not that this day a great Prince is fallen in Israel? even so the sin of the Jews was hereby heightned, that a great Prince fell in Jerusalem, and the severity of Gods judgement lyeth heavily upon them till this day, in that both a mighty God,
and as David amplified both the since and the punishment of such a wretch as so cowardly slew Abner, when he said, know ye not that this day a great Prince is fallen in Israel? even so the since of the jews was hereby heightened, that a great Prince fell in Jerusalem, and the severity of God's judgement lies heavily upon them till this day, in that both a mighty God,
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for it is never without matter to work upon, if it cannot accuse justly of evil, it can unjustly condemn for doing good: this Christ sheweth, Joh. 10.32.
for it is never without matter to work upon, if it cannot accuse justly of evil, it can unjustly condemn for doing good: this christ shows, John 10.32.
nothing in the world is more easy than to finde out a Law to put Christ to death by (for that is the conclusion of all wicked Laws, Christ and his members must dye by them) but whatsoever bee pretended against them, it maketh much for the glory of God, the patience of his Saints,
nothing in the world is more easy than to find out a Law to put christ to death by (for that is the conclusion of all wicked Laws, christ and his members must die by them) but whatsoever be pretended against them, it makes much for the glory of God, the patience of his Saints,
as knowing, that the same spirit of malice is gone out into the world, and doth breath in numbers that follow the way of Cain, who slew his brother, because his works were good;
as knowing, that the same Spirit of malice is gone out into the world, and does breath in numbers that follow the Way of Cain, who slew his brother, Because his works were good;
as all those titles of reproach cast upon Gods Children lowdly convince, as that they are Church-gadders, holy Brethren, too nice and precise persons;
as all those titles of reproach cast upon God's Children loudly convince, as that they Are Church-gatherers, holy Brothers, too Nicaenae and precise Persons;
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for it is no shame to suffer as a Christian, 1 Pet. 3.17. and seeing it is the will of God that they must suffer, it is better (saith the Apostle) to suffer for well-doing than as evil doers, 1 Pet. 4.16.
for it is no shame to suffer as a Christian, 1 Pet. 3.17. and seeing it is the will of God that they must suffer, it is better (Says the Apostle) to suffer for welldoing than as evil doers, 1 Pet. 4.16.
Answ. Some say, that because mankind was foyled in the first Adam, by means of a Tree, it was meet it should bee restored by the second Adam upon a tree;
Answer some say, that Because mankind was foiled in the First Adam, by means of a Tree, it was meet it should be restored by the second Adam upon a tree;
and made an absolute conquest against all the enemies of mans salvation, Col. 2.14. and that it was meet hee should thus do by this manner of death, wee want not stronger reasons out of the Scriptures. As
and made an absolute conquest against all the enemies of men salvation, Col. 2.14. and that it was meet he should thus do by this manner of death, we want not Stronger Reasons out of the Scriptures. As
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and a new action of treasonable affecting the Kingdome bee laid against him, whence it was that Pilate asked if hee were the King of the Jewe, and hee answered,
and a new actium of treasonable affecting the Kingdom be laid against him, whence it was that Pilate asked if he were the King of the Jew, and he answered,
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yea, upon which answer, hee was condemned to the most cruel death that was in use among the Romanes: for of those three kindes of death, burning, heading,
yea, upon which answer, he was condemned to the most cruel death that was in use among the Romans: for of those three Kinds of death, burning, heading,
and that Christ was executed as an Arch-traytor, the inscription on the Cross, containing the crime for which he was condemned, plainly sheweth, Jesus of Nazaret the King of the Jews, that no man could look upon or read that writing,
and that christ was executed as an Archtraitor, the inscription on the Cross, containing the crime for which he was condemned, plainly shows, jesus of Nazareth the King of the jews, that no man could look upon or read that writing,
by the lifting up of the shoulder of the peace offering, Levit. 7.30. by the shaking of the breast of the same to and fro, which as some say, signifieth the spreading of our Saviours hands upon the Cross:
by the lifting up of the shoulder of the peace offering, Levit. 7.30. by the shaking of the breast of the same to and from, which as Some say, signifies the spreading of our Saviors hands upon the Cross:
but especially by the lifting up of the brasen serpent in the wildernesse, which, (as Christ saith) shadowed his own lifting up upon the cross, Joh. 3.14. Again, this kind of death was also fore-prophesied, Psal. 22.16. they peirced or digged my hands and feet:
but especially by the lifting up of the brazen serpent in the Wilderness, which, (as christ Says) shadowed his own lifting up upon the cross, John 3.14. Again, this kind of death was also Fore prophesied, Psalm 22.16. they pierced or dug my hands and feet:
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and was the type of Christ, the substance of all Ceremonies, who on the Cross was really and truely accursed, sustaining the whole wrath of God, which is the curse of the Law,
and was the type of christ, the substance of all Ceremonies, who on the Cross was really and truly accursed, sustaining the Whole wrath of God, which is the curse of the Law,
and not onely Ceremonially and typically as they were. This the Apostle Paul teacheth, Gal. 3.13. that Christ was not onely dead, but made a curse for us:
and not only Ceremonially and typically as they were. This the Apostle Paul Teaches, Gal. 3.13. that christ was not only dead, but made a curse for us:
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his reason is, because hee dyed on a tree; and therefore are wee admonished. Phil. 2.8. to consider, not only that Christ was obedient unto the death, but to the death of the Cross: for any other death had not so much concerned us.
his reason is, Because he died on a tree; and Therefore Are we admonished. Philip 2.8. to Consider, not only that christ was obedient unto the death, but to the death of the Cross: for any other death had not so much concerned us.
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upon a Cross high erected, that all might see him, and on the Cross himself proclaimed King of the Jewes, in three several Langages, the Latine, Greek,
upon a Cross high erected, that all might see him, and on the Cross himself proclaimed King of the Jews, in three several Languages, the Latin, Greek,
And therefore because the assurance of the death it self assureth us more fully of all the fruits and benefits of it, the Scripture is careful so pregnantly to confirm it,
And Therefore Because the assurance of the death it self assureth us more Fully of all the fruits and benefits of it, the Scripture is careful so pregnantly to confirm it,
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but by his three days burial, by the peircing of his side, out of which came water and bloud, by which was manifest that the very Call of his heart was peirced, by the confession of his very enemies, who would beleeve nothing but their own sences:
but by his three days burial, by the piercing of his side, out of which Come water and blood, by which was manifest that the very Call of his heart was pierced, by the Confessi of his very enemies, who would believe nothing but their own Senses:
every sin being so loathsome and odious in the eyes of God, as the least could never be put away but by such an ignominious death of the Son of God himself.
every since being so loathsome and odious in the eyes of God, as the least could never be put away but by such an ignominious death of the Son of God himself.
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but behold God comming down from Heaven, and him that thought it no robbery to bee equal to his Father in glory, taking flesh, in that flesh abasing himself to the death of the Crosse, on that Crosse sustaining the whole wrath of his Father,
but behold God coming down from Heaven, and him that Thought it no robbery to be equal to his Father in glory, taking Flesh, in that Flesh abasing himself to the death of the Cross, on that Cross sustaining the Whole wrath of his Father,
for that sheweth our sins to bee a knife to stab our selves withall, but this to be the very spear that went to Christs heart, which is the most odious apprehension in the world:
for that shows our Sins to be a knife to stab our selves withal, but this to be the very spear that went to Christ heart, which is the most odious apprehension in the world:
all the sin that ever was committed on the earth, could not bring a man so low (suppose one man had committed them all) as the least sin of the elect brought the Son of God;
all the since that ever was committed on the earth, could not bring a man so low (suppose one man had committed them all) as the least since of the elect brought the Son of God;
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seeing he that falleth lowest, falleth but from one degree in earth to another, but Christ falleth from the glory of Heaven, into the very sorrows of Hell:
seeing he that falls lowest, falls but from one degree in earth to Another, but christ falls from the glory of Heaven, into the very sorrows of Hell:
whosoever thou art then that makest light account of sin, and pleadest that God is merciful, look a little in this glasse, wherein behold Gods Justice,
whosoever thou art then that Makest Light account of since, and pleadest that God is merciful, look a little in this glass, wherein behold God's justice,
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and sins desert, in the Fathers just indignation against his wel-beloved Son, whom nothing but the cursed death of his only Son, in whom he professed himself well pleased, could appease.
and Sins desert, in the Father's just Indignation against his well-beloved Son, whom nothing but the cursed death of his only Son, in whom he professed himself well pleased, could appease.
Now to come to the distinct knowledge of it, we must consider these three points. 1 The vertue and power of this death in it self. 2 The application of it unto our selves. 3 The fruits, which must appear in us by such application.
Now to come to the distinct knowledge of it, we must Consider these three points. 1 The virtue and power of this death in it self. 2 The application of it unto our selves. 3 The fruits, which must appear in us by such application.
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a death wherein was more power than in all the lives of all Angels and Men that ever were or shall bee, yea such a death as hath life in it, quickning all the deaths of all that have benefit by it.
a death wherein was more power than in all the lives of all Angels and Men that ever were or shall be, yea such a death as hath life in it, quickening all the death's of all that have benefit by it.
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Howsoever therefore Humane wisdom stumbleth at this death of Christ, yet must we, by the eye of faith, labour to espy glory in ignominy, esteem of the Crosse as an honourable Chariot,
Howsoever Therefore Humane Wisdom stumbleth At this death of christ, yet must we, by the eye of faith, labour to espy glory in ignominy, esteem of the Cross as an honourable Chariot,
thus also shall we imitate the holy men of God, who looking back to the Cross of Christ, could see him thereon triumphing, spoyling Principalities, breaking down partitions, reconciling God and man, Coloss. 2.14. yea man and man, both Jew and Gentile, into one body upon his Crosse, Ephes. 2.15. slaying hatred, and procuring perfect peace.
thus also shall we imitate the holy men of God, who looking back to the Cross of christ, could see him thereon triumphing, spoiling Principalities, breaking down partitions, reconciling God and man, Coloss. 2.14. yea man and man, both Jew and Gentile, into one body upon his Cross, Ephesians 2.15. slaying hatred, and procuring perfect peace.
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Both of them grounded hereupon, that Christ was thus Crucified for thee: without which application, the knowledge of Christ crucified excelleth not that in the Devils themselves.
Both of them grounded hereupon, that christ was thus crucified for thee: without which application, the knowledge of christ Crucified excels not that in the Devils themselves.
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For the former, if Christ dyed for thee, then wast thou the cause of his death, thou crucifyedst him, thou art as faulty and blame-worthy for his death as ever was Judas, Pilate, the Jewes, or the Souldiers;
For the former, if christ died for thee, then wast thou the cause of his death, thou crucifyedst him, thou art as faulty and blameworthy for his death as ever was Judas, Pilate, the Jews, or the Soldiers;
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my malice, my contempt of God, my ignorance, my woful courses, were the thorns and nails that wounded him, he all this while standing in my room and stead.
my malice, my contempt of God, my ignorance, my woeful courses, were the thorns and nails that wounded him, he all this while standing in my room and stead.
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Thus is it prophecied of beleevers in the New Testament, that when the Spi•it of grace shall be poured upon them, Zach. 12.10. they shall look on him whom they have peirced, and lament for him:
Thus is it prophesied of believers in the New Testament, that when the Spi•it of grace shall be poured upon them, Zach 12.10. they shall look on him whom they have pierced, and lament for him:
which when they heard, they were pricked in their hearts, and said, Men and brethren, what shall we doe to be saved? Popish Preachers so handle this matter,
which when they herd, they were pricked in their hearts, and said, Men and brothers, what shall we do to be saved? Popish Preachers so handle this matter,
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and that hee in thy room suffered for them, that which in Gods acceptation was as much as if in thine own person thou hadst borne the Curse of the Law for all eternity.
and that he in thy room suffered for them, that which in God's acceptation was as much as if in thine own person thou Hadst born the Curse of the Law for all eternity.
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but it behooveth him that would have the right use of this Doctrine, never to be at rest, till he can come to say with the holy Apostle, who loved me, and gave himself for me, Gal. 2.20. and with Thomas, after hee had seen the impressions of the Wounds in his hands and side, my Lord, and my God.
but it behooveth him that would have the right use of this Doctrine, never to be At rest, till he can come to say with the holy Apostle, who loved me, and gave himself for me, Gal. 2.20. and with Thomas, After he had seen the impressions of the Wounds in his hands and side, my Lord, and my God.
our care must be, if we would find life in this death of Christ, never to be at rest until we find the fruit and effect thereof in some sort in our selves.
our care must be, if we would find life in this death of christ, never to be At rest until we find the fruit and Effect thereof in Some sort in our selves.
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for therefore he dyed for us, that we should live unto him: both of these are required to the right knowledge of Christ crucified; joyned, Ephes. 4.24. and enjoyned him that would know Christ as the truth is in Christ;
for Therefore he died for us, that we should live unto him: both of these Are required to the right knowledge of christ Crucified; joined, Ephesians 4.24. and enjoined him that would know christ as the truth is in christ;
For example, being tempted to impatiency in sustaining wrongs, look upon Christ on the Cross, what sharp things he suffered, the thorns, the nayls, the spear,
For Exampl, being tempted to impatiency in sustaining wrongs, look upon christ on the Cross, what sharp things he suffered, the thorns, the nails, the spear,
so in temptation to any other sin, deny it, and say, Oh no, I see Christ on the Crosse made a curse for my sins already, I have done him wrong enough already, I will not adde this to the former, I see rather an infinite debt due from me towards him;
so in temptation to any other since, deny it, and say, O no, I see christ on the Cross made a curse for my Sins already, I have done him wrong enough already, I will not add this to the former, I see rather an infinite debt due from me towards him;
Others, because Christ is come and dead for sinners, make a clean contrary argument: Christ dyed for sinners, and therefore they will live in their sins:
Others, Because christ is come and dead for Sinners, make a clean contrary argument: christ died for Sinners, and Therefore they will live in their Sins:
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The second fruit that must appear in us, is the life of Christ, 2 Cor. 5.15. He dyed for all, that they which live, should not henceforth live unto themselves, but unto him which dyed for them and rose again:
The second fruit that must appear in us, is the life of christ, 2 Cor. 5.15. He died for all, that they which live, should not henceforth live unto themselves, but unto him which died for them and rose again:
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as his blessed Spirit may appear to breath, lead, and live in us. Now that this fruit should be added to the former, is evident, 1 Pet. 2.24. He bare our sins upon the tree, that we being dead to sin, should live in righteousnesse.
as his blessed Spirit may appear to breath, led, and live in us. Now that this fruit should be added to the former, is evident, 1 Pet. 2.24. He bore our Sins upon the tree, that we being dead to sin, should live in righteousness.
To which purposes the Lord in wisdome hath instituted the Ministery of the Word and Sacraments, that wee might have Christ crucified, Gal. 3.1. continually as it were hanging before our eyes:
To which Purposes the Lord in Wisdom hath instituted the Ministry of the Word and Sacraments, that we might have christ Crucified, Gal. 3.1. continually as it were hanging before our eyes:
which ordinance of preaching Christ crucified, were it in request in the Church of Rome, they should not need their manuary Bables, Crosses, Pipes, Crucifixes, their Agnus Dei, and the rest:
which Ordinance of preaching christ Crucified, were it in request in the Church of Rome, they should not need their manuary Babbles, Crosses, Pipes, Crucifixes, their Agnus Dei, and the rest:
let it bee our happinesse with care and reverence to frequent the Word and Sacraments, which are blessed means ordained of God, not only to set Christ on the Crosse before our eyes,
let it be our happiness with care and Reverence to frequent the Word and Sacraments, which Are blessed means ordained of God, not only to Set christ on the Cross before our eyes,
THE Apostle having delivered the Doctrin of Christ his death, hee orderly descendeth to instruct his hearers also of his resurrection, without which his death had never been beneficial unto them.
THE Apostle having Delivered the Doctrine of christ his death, he orderly Descendeth to instruct his hearers also of his resurrection, without which his death had never been beneficial unto them.
yet because it cannot bee properly said, that hee was raised from the Tree, or from the Cross, which was a kinde of exaltation and lifting up, necessarily must bee included a lower estate than that was;
yet Because it cannot be properly said, that he was raised from the Tree, or from the Cross, which was a kind of exaltation and lifting up, necessarily must be included a lower estate than that was;
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The former part is laid down in four distinct points. 1 The person raised, him. 2 The person raising him, God. 3 The action it self, raised, 4 The time when, the third day.
The former part is laid down in four distinct points. 1 The person raised, him. 2 The person raising him, God. 3 The actium it self, raised, 4 The time when, the third day.
First, It will bee demanded how Christ can bee said to bee raised, seeing hee consisted of a Divine and a Humane nature whereof the first could neither fall nor rise:
First, It will be demanded how christ can be said to be raised, seeing he consisted of a Divine and a Humane nature whereof the First could neither fallen nor rise:
Answ. In sundry other places of Scripture besides this, wee meet with such synechdochical phrases and forms of speech, wherein somewhat is attributed to the whole, which is proper but to one part,
Answer In sundry other places of Scripture beside this, we meet with such Synecdochical phrases and forms of speech, wherein somewhat is attributed to the Whole, which is proper but to one part,
Thus wee read that God purchased his Church by his own blood, Act. 20.28. and that the Lord of glory was crucified, 1 Cor. 2.8. of the sons being in heaven and in earth at one time, Joh. 3.18. of Christs being before Abraham was, Joh. 8.58. of his being omnipotent, &c. All which are spoken of the whole person, but properly are to bee referred to the several natures to which they do agree.
Thus we read that God purchased his Church by his own blood, Act. 20.28. and that the Lord of glory was Crucified, 1 Cor. 2.8. of the Sons being in heaven and in earth At one time, John 3.18. of Christ being before Abraham was, John 8.58. of his being omnipotent, etc. All which Are spoken of the Whole person, but properly Are to be referred to the several nature's to which they do agree.
Thus the Apostles sometimes expound them, and teach us so to do; 1 Pet. 3.18. Christ was mortified according to the flesh, and quickened according to the spirit, 2 Cor. 13.4. Hee dyed according to the infirmity of his flesh, and was quickned according to the power of God:
Thus the Apostles sometime expound them, and teach us so to do; 1 Pet. 3.18. christ was mortified according to the Flesh, and quickened according to the Spirit, 2 Cor. 13.4. He died according to the infirmity of his Flesh, and was quickened according to the power of God:
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and to help our conceit herein, serveth that school distinction, which saith, that whole Christ is said to do this or that, which the whole of Christ did not:
and to help our conceit herein, serves that school distinction, which Says, that Whole christ is said to do this or that, which the Whole of christ did not:
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but fasten our eyes upon his resurrection so much the more diligently, by how much it is easier to beleeve that hee was dead, than that hee rose again.
but fasten our eyes upon his resurrection so much the more diligently, by how much it is Easier to believe that he was dead, than that he rose again.
To which Apostolical practice, this of our Apostle is not unsuitable in this place in hand, 1 Cor. 15.17, 18. who while hee almost in one word maketh mention of the death of Christ, hee at large prosecuteth and proveth the truth of his resurrection.
To which Apostolical practice, this of our Apostle is not unsuitable in this place in hand, 1 Cor. 15.17, 18. who while he almost in one word makes mention of the death of christ, he At large prosecuteth and Proves the truth of his resurrection.
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The second point, is to consider the person that raised Christ. Him God raised, that is, God the Father, Act. 2.24. And have crucified and slain, whom God had raised: & 3.15. Ye have killed the Lord of Life, whom God hath raised from the dead.
The second point, is to Consider the person that raised christ. Him God raised, that is, God the Father, Act. 2.24. And have Crucified and slave, whom God had raised: & 3.15. You have killed the Lord of Life, whom God hath raised from the dead.
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and raising him from the dead, Eph. 1.17, 20. and to him at whose right hand hee sitteth: so Rom. 4.24. Wee beleeve in him which raised our Lord Jesus Christ from the dead. Object.
and raising him from the dead, Ephesians 1.17, 20. and to him At whose right hand he Sitteth: so Rom. 4.24. we believe in him which raised our Lord jesus christ from the dead. Object.
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and hereby was hee mightily declared to bee the Son of God by raising himself from the dead, Rom. 1.14. In like manner is this resurrection of his ascribed to the Holy Ghost, Rom. 8.11.
and hereby was he mightily declared to be the Son of God by raising himself from the dead, Rom. 1.14. In like manner is this resurrection of his ascribed to the Holy Ghost, Rom. 8.11.
1 There is but one Deity of the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, which is the common foundation of all their actions. 2 There is but one power common to them all three,
1 There is but one Deity of the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, which is the Common Foundation of all their actions. 2 There is but one power Common to them all three,
but they not by him, but from him: and so neither this, or any other such place, where it is ascribed to the Father to raise his Son Jesus, must bee conceived, either as making Christ (as the Son) inferiour in power to his Father,
but they not by him, but from him: and so neither this, or any other such place, where it is ascribed to the Father to raise his Son jesus, must be conceived, either as making christ (as the Son) inferior in power to his Father,
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so this consideration sheweth him to bee a true and glorious God, and notably concludeth that which the Apostle aimeth at, who would hence prove him to bee Lord of all, in that by his own power hee raised himself from death;
so this consideration shows him to be a true and glorious God, and notably Concludeth that which the Apostle aimeth At, who would hence prove him to be Lord of all, in that by his own power he raised himself from death;
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wee need then no other sign to be given us to prove his Deity, but this sign of Jonas: and when the Jews demanded a sign why hee took such authority upon him;
we need then no other Signen to be given us to prove his Deity, but this Signen of Jonah: and when the jews demanded a Signen why he took such Authority upon him;
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hee gave them no other, but sent them hither, destroy this Temple, and I will rear it on three daies, Joh. 2.18, 19, &c. The third point is the raising it self: wherein three points are to bee opened, 1 The necessity of Christs rising. 2 The manner. 3 The fruit or ends of it.
he gave them no other, but sent them hither, destroy this Temple, and I will rear it on three days, John 2.18, 19, etc. The third point is the raising it self: wherein three points Are to be opened, 1 The necessity of Christ rising. 2 The manner. 3 The fruit or ends of it.
it was from all eternity decreed and appointed by God, and therefore it behoved Christ to rise from the dead the third day, Luke 24.46. and it was impossible that he should be held down of death, Act. 2.24. Again, the Scriptures must necessarily bee fulfilled, all which beat upon these two points, 1 His sufferings, Luk. 24.26. 2 the glory that should follow, 1 Pet. 1.11.
it was from all eternity decreed and appointed by God, and Therefore it behooved christ to rise from the dead the third day, Lycia 24.46. and it was impossible that he should be held down of death, Act. 2.24. Again, the Scriptures must necessarily be fulfilled, all which beatrice upon these two points, 1 His sufferings, Luk. 24.26. 2 the glory that should follow, 1 Pet. 1.11.
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for himself had said, that the Jews should slay him and crucify him, but the third day shall hee rise again, Matth. 20.17. and this the High Priests and Pharisees remembred well, when they came to Pilate and said.
for himself had said, that the jews should slay him and crucify him, but the third day shall he rise again, Matthew 20.17. and this the High Priests and Pharisees remembered well, when they Come to Pilate and said.
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command therefore that the sepulchre bee made sure, &c. Adde hereunto, that all the predictions of his ascension, of his triumph, and of the last judgement, depended hereupon.
command Therefore that the Sepulchre be made sure, etc. Add hereunto, that all the predictions of his Ascension, of his triumph, and of the last judgement, depended hereupon.
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of the two goats, one slain for sin, the other a scape-goat, shadowing Christ both slain for sin, and yet escaping, Levit. 16.5. of the two sparrows, the one killed, the other let flye:
of the two Goats, one slave for since, the other a scapegoat, shadowing christ both slave for since, and yet escaping, Levit. 16.5. of the two sparrows, the one killed, the other let fly:
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so was hee to bee an everlasting King of Glory; of whose Kingdome there must bee no end, Luke 1.33. according to that Prophecy of Daniel 7.27. The Kingdome of the most High is an everlasting Kingdom.
so was he to be an everlasting King of Glory; of whose Kingdom there must be no end, Lycia 1.33. according to that Prophecy of daniel 7.27. The Kingdom of the most High is an everlasting Kingdom.
wherein the Priest-hood of Christ is advanced above all the Priests that ever were, who having received their Office in time, in time also ceased their office with their life,
wherein the Priesthood of christ is advanced above all the Priests that ever were, who having received their Office in time, in time also ceased their office with their life,
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But this man because hee endureth for ever, hath (no successor, but,) an everlasting Priesthood. They were made Priests after the Law of the carnal Commandement, but hee after the power of the endless life, vers. 16. that is, hee was not made a Priest by the Law,
But this man Because he Endureth for ever, hath (no successor, but,) an everlasting Priesthood. They were made Priests After the Law of the carnal Commandment, but he After the power of the endless life, vers. 16. that is, he was not made a Priest by the Law,
namely Ceremonial, which established for a time dying and vanishing things, signified by the name of flesh: but hee was made by the efficacy of the Word and oath of his Father, which gave him endless life, and perpetual duration;
namely Ceremonial, which established for a time dying and vanishing things, signified by the name of Flesh: but he was made by the efficacy of the Word and oath of his Father, which gave him endless life, and perpetual duration;
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The former, because hee must not onely make a perpetual oblation that need no repetition; but also hee must live ever to make intercession, Heb. 7.25. and that perpetually, without which the Apostle implyeth that he had not perfectly saved his people.
The former, Because he must not only make a perpetual oblation that need no repetition; but also he must live ever to make Intercession, Hebrew 7.25. and that perpetually, without which the Apostle Implies that he had not perfectly saved his people.
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who is also at the right hand of God, and maketh intercession for us: and Heb. 9.24. Christ is entered into the very Heaven to appear now in the sight of God for us:
who is also At the right hand of God, and makes Intercession for us: and Hebrew 9.24. christ is entered into the very Heaven to appear now in the sighed of God for us:
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The latter is, that hee may not onely make one offering for sin (as those Priests did many) but that hee may alwaies live to apply it (as they did not) and see that his people have the benefit of it;
The latter is, that he may not only make one offering for since (as those Priests did many) but that he may always live to apply it (as they did not) and see that his people have the benefit of it;
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yet the vertue, efficacy, and benefit of it, reached to the first Beleever that ever was in the World, Adam himself, whose faith in this seed of the woman saved him.
yet the virtue, efficacy, and benefit of it, reached to the First Believer that ever was in the World, Adam himself, whose faith in this seed of the woman saved him.
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and the Holy Ghost feareth not to call him the Lamb slain from the beginning of the World, Rev. 13.8. namely, 1 In Gods Council and Decree. 2 In the vertue and efficacy of his Sacrifice. 3 In regard of Gods acceptation of it for Beleevers. 4 In the types and shadows of it, whereof the Ceremonial Law was full.
and the Holy Ghost fears not to call him the Lamb slave from the beginning of the World, Rev. 13.8. namely, 1 In God's Council and decree. 2 In the virtue and efficacy of his Sacrifice. 3 In regard of God's acceptation of it for Believers. 4 In the types and shadows of it, whereof the Ceremonial Law was full.
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yea more, hee must so dye as that hee must give eternal life to his sheep, Joh. 10.28. and by his death merit it, put, and hold them in possession of it for ever:
yea more, he must so die as that he must give Eternal life to his sheep, John 10.28. and by his death merit it, put, and hold them in possession of it for ever:
But hence hath hee brought his Church strong consolation, in that being risen from the dead hee hath fully overcome death, satisfied for every sin of every Beleever,
But hence hath he brought his Church strong consolation, in that being risen from the dead he hath Fully overcome death, satisfied for every since of every Believer,
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II. The second point propounded to bee considered of in the rising of Christ, is the manner of it, which will appear in three things: the 1 Concerning his Soul; the 2 his Body;
II The second point propounded to be considered of in the rising of christ, is the manner of it, which will appear in three things: the 1 Concerning his Soul; the 2 his Body;
by the earthquake tumbled away the stone that held him down, drove away the Souldiers for fear, who would have assayed to have killed him the second time if they had seen him rise:
by the earthquake tumbled away the stone that held him down, drove away the Soldiers for Fear, who would have assayed to have killed him the second time if they had seen him rise:
Thirdly, the whole Humanity was raised glorified. For 1 His Body put off all such infirmities and passions as he pleased to make trial of for our sakes, that he might be a more merciful High Priest:
Thirdly, the Whole Humanity was raised glorified. For 1 His Body put off all such infirmities and passion as he pleased to make trial of for our sakes, that he might be a more merciful High Priest:
and that his surpassi•g glory sh•uld not hinder or affray them from that further familiar converse with him, whereby they (being to be his witnesses) might be confirmed and fit•ed to their testimony, by seeing, hearing, yea and touching him.
and that his surpassi•g glory sh•uld not hinder or affray them from that further familiar converse with him, whereby they (being to be his Witnesses) might be confirmed and fit•ed to their testimony, by seeing, hearing, yea and touching him.
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Hence was it that while he was on earth, after his Resurrection, hee would carry the s•ars and prints of the spear and nayls, that they might put their fingers into them for their better discerning of him.
Hence was it that while he was on earth, After his Resurrection, he would carry the s•ars and prints of the spear and nails, that they might put their fingers into them for their better discerning of him.
Hence also although he rose naked out of the Grave, and left the cloaths behind him (for that was agreeable to the state of a Glorified body, which standeth no more in need of cloathing for necessity nor ornament,
Hence also although he rose naked out of the Grave, and left the clothes behind him (for that was agreeable to the state of a Glorified body, which Stands no more in need of clothing for necessity nor ornament,
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the end of his calling, to guide the people to the promised Land of Canaan: the destroying and casting out all the enemies that lifted up hand against them:
the end of his calling, to guide the people to the promised Land of Canaan: the destroying and casting out all the enemies that lifted up hand against them:
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In one word, the whole History doth represent our true Joshuah or Jesus, who is the accomplisher of all Gods promises concerning the heavenly Canaan, and the leader of Gods people to true felicity:
In one word, the Whole History does represent our true Joshua or jesus, who is the accomplisher of all God's promises Concerning the heavenly Canaan, and the leader of God's people to true felicity:
but in no one action did this worthy Captain of the Lords Hosts, more lively resemble the Truth or true Joshuah, than when at one time in one Cave hee slew five Kings;
but in no one actium did this worthy Captain of the lords Hosts, more lively resemble the Truth or true Joshua, than when At one time in one Cave he slew five Kings;
The names of these five Kings, were 1 Sin, 2 Death, 3 Hell, 4 Satan, 5 The World: over all whom Christ by his powerful resurrection most gloriously triumphed.
The names of these five Kings, were 1 since, 2 Death, 3 Hell, 4 Satan, 5 The World: over all whom christ by his powerful resurrection most gloriously triumphed.
but the most are out of fellowship with him, and are no otherwise knit unto him than a sciens tyed to a tree by a thred, I mean by the slender thred of outward profession.
but the most Are out of fellowship with him, and Are not otherwise knit unto him than a sciens tied to a tree by a thread, I mean by the slender thread of outward profession.
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Now as the Head onely imparteth of the life, sence, motion, protection, light and comfort which it hath ▪ to the members of its own body, and no other:
Now as the Head only imparts of the life, sense, motion, protection, Light and Comfort which it hath ▪ to the members of its own body, and no other:
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but they are left in their sins, and unto the reign and damnation of their sins, without all benefit either of the death of Christ, or of his resurrection.
but they Are left in their Sins, and unto the Reign and damnation of their Sins, without all benefit either of the death of christ, or of his resurrection.
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The whole guilt of sin, is wholly and at once abolished to all beleevers by means of Christ his Death and Resurrection, but not the whole corruption;
The Whole guilt of since, is wholly and At once abolished to all believers by means of christ his Death and Resurrection, but not the Whole corruption;
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and those which remain yet unmortified, they will bee even as dead ca•kases, loathsome and stinking, which above all things the godly desire to bee covered.
and those which remain yet unmortified, they will be even as dead ca•kases, loathsome and stinking, which above all things the godly desire to be covered.
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which phrase seemeth to bee borrowed from great Commanders and Conquerours, who having won and entered any City, presently have the keyes delivered unto them, in token of that regiment and authority which now of right belongeth unto them;
which phrase seems to be borrowed from great Commanders and Conquerors, who having wone and entered any city, presently have the keys Delivered unto them, in token of that regiment and Authority which now of right belongeth unto them;
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As if hee had said, trouble not your hearts, although you have all the strength and malice of the wicked world against you, all which shall bee no more able to prejudice your salvation,
As if he had said, trouble not your hearts, although you have all the strength and malice of the wicked world against you, all which shall be no more able to prejudice your salvation,
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that hee hath subdued all things unto himself, and hath put all his enemies under his feet, that none nor all of them can separate us from God or Christ,
that he hath subdued all things unto himself, and hath put all his enemies under his feet, that none nor all of them can separate us from God or christ,
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as also provoketh them to walk awfully in regard of God, and watchfully over their hearts and lives, still groaning to God under their daily infirmities.
as also provokes them to walk awfully in regard of God, and watchfully over their hearts and lives, still groaning to God under their daily infirmities.
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or paying a debt to the Justice of God (for it were against the rule of Gods Justice to require the payment of the same debt twice) but wherein they have a sweet sense of Gods Fatherly love, wherein sin is perfectly to bee abolished, whereby way and entrance is made unto life everlasting, where wee shall bee with God and Jesus Christ, which is best of all.
or paying a debt to the justice of God (for it were against the Rule of God's justice to require the payment of the same debt twice) but wherein they have a sweet sense of God's Fatherly love, wherein since is perfectly to be abolished, whereby Way and Entrance is made unto life everlasting, where we shall be with God and jesus christ, which is best of all.
for what man having been tossed a long time upon a dangerous Sea, would fear the Haven? or who being wearied with the Travels of the day, would fear to go to his rest at night?
for what man having been tossed a long time upon a dangerous Sea, would Fear the Haven? or who being wearied with the Travels of the day, would Fear to go to his rest At night?
or mans cursed sin it self, bring to any such sweet and profitable fruits, but by the over-ruling power of Jesus Christ, who bringeth life out of death, light out of darkness;
or men cursed since it self, bring to any such sweet and profitable fruits, but by the overruling power of jesus christ, who brings life out of death, Light out of darkness;
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and who onely can make his own wise, out of a rank poyson to suck most sweet and sovereign preservatives? which who doth not, hee never as yet knew the benefit of Christ his resurrection.
and who only can make his own wise, out of a rank poison to suck most sweet and sovereign preservatives? which who does not, he never as yet knew the benefit of christ his resurrection.
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The second sort of blessings procured to the Church, by Christ his resurrection, is the fruition of good things which it putteth us in possession of even in this life, by giving us our first fruits, and a sweet taste:
The second sort of blessings procured to the Church, by christ his resurrection, is the fruition of good things which it putteth us in possession of even in this life, by giving us our First fruits, and a sweet taste:
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the main foundation of which laid by all the Prophets and Apostles, is, that Jesus Christ the Son of Mary, was the Son of God, the true Messiah, perfect God and perfect man:
the main Foundation of which laid by all the prophets and Apostles, is, that jesus christ the Son of Marry, was the Son of God, the true Messiah, perfect God and perfect man:
II. The second benefit is, that hence wee are assured that our 1 Justification, 2 Sanctification, 3 Perfect salvation, is not only obtained, but applyed unto us.
II The second benefit is, that hence we Are assured that our 1 Justification, 2 Sanctification, 3 Perfect salvation, is not only obtained, but applied unto us.
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and for which hee subjected himself unto the death? Whence wee grow up in full assurance, that the whole price is not onely paid to the uttermost on Christs part,
and for which he subjected himself unto the death? Whence we grow up in full assurance, that the Whole price is not only paid to the uttermost on Christ part,
And the same Apostle thirsting after that Righteousnesse which is by Faith in him, counteth all things loss and dung, save onely to know him, and the vertue of his resurrection, Phil. 3.10. 2 From this Resurrection of Christ issueth our sanctification, which is our first resurrection or raising of our souls from the death of sin:
And the same Apostle thirsting After that Righteousness which is by Faith in him, counteth all things loss and dung, save only to know him, and the virtue of his resurrection, Philip 3.10. 2 From this Resurrection of christ issueth our sanctification, which is our First resurrection or raising of our Souls from the death of since:
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because in every reconciliation-making must bee two conditions. 1 A forgetting upon satisfaction, of all old wrongs and injuries. 2 A binding from future offences:
Because in every reconciliation-making must be two conditions. 1 A forgetting upon satisfaction, of all old wrongs and injuries. 2 A binding from future offences:
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the former Christ effecteth by his death, the latter by his resurrection, into the which whosoever are grafted, they cannot hence-forth serve sin, Rom. 6.5, 6. but being risen with Christ, they seek the things which are above, Colos. 3.1. where Christ sitteth:
the former christ Effecteth by his death, the latter by his resurrection, into the which whosoever Are grafted, they cannot henceforth serve since, Rom. 6.5, 6. but being risen with christ, they seek the things which Are above, Colos 3.1. where christ Sitteth:
they cease further by sin to offend, as such who are begotten to a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, 1 Pet. 1.3. and for this cause our Saviour was careful after his departure hence, to send out his Spirit in more plentiful and abundant manner than before, that hee might continually inspire his people with ardent desires after the beginnings of that life eternal unto which Christ himself is risen:
they cease further by since to offend, as such who Are begotten to a lively hope by the resurrection of jesus christ from the dead, 1 Pet. 1.3. and for this cause our Saviour was careful After his departure hence, to send out his Spirit in more plentiful and abundant manner than before, that he might continually inspire his people with Ardent Desires After the beginnings of that life Eternal unto which christ himself is risen:
how much more doth hee it for us his members, being now alive? if hee could drive back and disperse all spiritual enmitles even when hee was in Hell it self after a sort,
how much more does he it for us his members, being now alive? if he could drive back and disperse all spiritual enmitles even when he was in Hell it self After a sort,
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how much more now being ascended far above all moveable and aspectible Heavens? Eph. 4.10. for wee must not behold the victory and triumph of Christ, as performed onely in and for himself;
how much more now being ascended Far above all movable and aspectible Heavens? Ephesians 4.10. for we must not behold the victory and triumph of christ, as performed only in and for himself;
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And hence, as out of a well of consolation, wee shall draw this comfort to our selves, that look as the gates of Hell could not prevail against him our head, no more shall they ever be able to prevail against us his members,
And hence, as out of a well of consolation, we shall draw this Comfort to our selves, that look as the gates of Hell could not prevail against him our head, no more shall they ever be able to prevail against us his members,
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if we beleeve that Christ is risen from the dead, even so them which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him, 1 Thess. 4.14. and if the same spirit which raised Jesus from the dead dwell in us, then he that raised Christ from the dead shall also quicken our mortal bodies, Rom. 8.11. for Christ hath not redeemed the soul alone from death, but the body also:
if we believe that christ is risen from the dead, even so them which sleep in jesus will God bring with him, 1 Thess 4.14. and if the same Spirit which raised jesus from the dead dwell in us, then he that raised christ from the dead shall also quicken our Mortal bodies, Rom. 8.11. for christ hath not redeemed the soul alone from death, but the body also:
Oh how would this meditation well digested, sweeten the remembrance of death and the grave? when a Christian shall consider, that look how it was with Christ when his soul and body were separated,
O how would this meditation well digested, sweeten the remembrance of death and the grave? when a Christian shall Consider, that look how it was with christ when his soul and body were separated,
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How would this meditation bring the soul not only to be content but to desire to bee dissolved, and bee with Christ, accounting that the best of all, Phil. 1.23. III.
How would this meditation bring the soul not only to be content but to desire to be dissolved, and be with christ, accounting that the best of all, Philip 1.23. III.
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and bereave it of the truth and light leading to life, they shall only seduce such as whose names are not written in the Book of life, and of the Lamb:
and bereave it of the truth and Light leading to life, they shall only seduce such as whose names Are not written in the Book of life, and of the Lamb:
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for seeing Christ is risen, so long as hee (who can dye no more) liveth, he will preserve his darling, he will send out the Stars that are in his right hand for her relief;
for seeing christ is risen, so long as he (who can die no more) lives, he will preserve his darling, he will send out the Stars that Are in his right hand for her relief;
Lastly, let flouds of persecution rise and swell, so as this Dove of Christ cannot find rest fo the sole of her foot, one means or other Christ will use for her help:
Lastly, let floods of persecution rise and swell, so as this Dove of christ cannot find rest foe the sole of her foot, one means or other christ will use for her help:
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or he will provide for her one of the chambers of his providence (as he did for Joash against the rage of Athaliah ) wherein she shall be safe till the Storm bee blown over.
or he will provide for her one of the chambers of his providence (as he did for Joash against the rage of Athaliah) wherein she shall be safe till the Storm be blown over.
Ans. The Apostle setteth himself to resolve this question, Col. 3.1. where he maketh the seeking of things above where Christ is, and infallible mark of our rising with him;
Ans. The Apostle sets himself to resolve this question, Col. 3.1. where he makes the seeking of things above where christ is, and infallible mark of our rising with him;
so now if thou be risen with him, Heaven will be in thine eye, and thine affections are ascended thither where Christ is: if Christ were on earth, thou mightest fix thy soul and senses here on earth, and yet be a Christian;
so now if thou be risen with him, Heaven will be in thine eye, and thine affections Are ascended thither where christ is: if christ were on earth, thou Mightest fix thy soul and Senses Here on earth, and yet be a Christian;
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when he hath put on the Lord Jesus Christ, as knowing, that only the garment of his righteousnesse, can fence him from all the injury of wind and weather.
when he hath put on the Lord jesus christ, as knowing, that only the garment of his righteousness, can fence him from all the injury of wind and weather.
The Natural man doth not more seriously listen after great purchases of Lands and Fields, as he doth cast with himself to purchase the pearl hid in the field;
The Natural man does not more seriously listen After great purchases of Lands and Fields, as he does cast with himself to purchase the pearl hid in the field;
so contrarily doth an heavenly-minded man (accounting himself from home while he is here in the body) bend his chief care to settle his estate at home in heaven;
so contrarily does an heavenly-minded man (accounting himself from home while he is Here in the body) bend his chief care to settle his estate At home in heaven;
or in his own corrupt conceit, are smaller sins: such as are inferior oathes, idlenesse, gaming, sins of omission, idle words of hurtful; unclean or wandring thoughts:
or in his own corrupt conceit, Are smaller Sins: such as Are inferior Oaths, idleness, gaming, Sins of omission, idle words of hurtful; unclean or wandering thoughts:
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For the life of the Saints in Heaven, must be a counterpane of the beleevers upon earth, to which they must be daily framed in sundry regards. 1 In respect of the things they are called from. 2 In respect of the things they are called unto.
For the life of the Saints in Heaven, must be a counterpane of the believers upon earth, to which they must be daily framed in sundry regards. 1 In respect of the things they Are called from. 2 In respect of the things they Are called unto.
1 The Saints in Heaven are called from three things. 1 The world it self. 2 The corruptions that are in the world through lust. 3 The company of the wicked of the world.
1 The Saints in Heaven Are called from three things. 1 The world it self. 2 The corruptions that Are in the world through lust. 3 The company of the wicked of the world.
yea, and esteeming of their present life it self so indifferently, as that they can account the day of their death better than the day wherein they were born.
yea, and esteeming of their present life it self so indifferently, as that they can account the day of their death better than the day wherein they were born.
and put on a Divine nature, 2 Pet. 1.4. they have bid farewell to the follies of their former times, yea renounce, and as farre as frailty will permit, loathe their sins;
and put on a Divine nature, 2 Pet. 1.4. they have bid farewell to the follies of their former times, yea renounce, and as Far as frailty will permit, loathe their Sins;
saying unto them, as Ephraim to his rejected Idols, get you hence: what have I to doe with you? they that were of the Synagogue of Satan, are now in the Temple with true beleevers.
saying unto them, as Ephraim to his rejected Idols, get you hence: what have I to do with you? they that were of the Synagogue of Satan, Are now in the Temple with true believers.
Thus is it said of the hundred forty four thousand, that were bought from the earth, that were not defiled with women, but were virgins, that is sanctified in part,
Thus is it said of the hundred forty four thousand, that were bought from the earth, that were not defiled with women, but were Virgins, that is sanctified in part,
that being verified, which Moses spake to the Israelites, concerning the Egyptians, The enemies whom your eyes have seen this day, you shall never see more:
that being verified, which Moses spoke to the Israelites, Concerning the egyptians, The enemies whom your eyes have seen this day, you shall never see more:
the next happiness to the former, do the godly justly esteem the communion of Saints, placing under God their chief delight in such as excel in vertue.
the next happiness to the former, do the godly justly esteem the communion of Saints, placing under God their chief delight in such as excel in virtue.
Secondly, as the heavenly life of the Saints is spent in the perfect praise of God, wherein they imploy their eternity, keeping in the presence of the Throne of God a perpetual Sabbath,
Secondly, as the heavenly life of the Saints is spent in the perfect praise of God, wherein they employ their eternity, keeping in the presence of the Throne of God a perpetual Sabbath,
even so beleevers indeavour in their measure, that the same mind bee in them which was in Jesus Christ, who thought it as his meat and drink to do the will of his heavenly Father: they bring free-will-offerings:
even so believers endeavour in their measure, that the same mind be in them which was in jesus christ, who Thought it as his meat and drink to do the will of his heavenly Father: they bring Freewill offerings:
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and account these persons blessed that may dwell in his house, because they ever praise him. Not that much rebellion and corruption of nature, doth not often dead and dul even the most sanctified;
and account these Persons blessed that may dwell in his house, Because they ever praise him. Not that much rebellion and corruption of nature, does not often dead and dul even the most sanctified;
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And this they do, not by fits and starts but imitate that heavenly life in the continual indeavour, to make the pleasing of God their principal delight,
And this they do, not by fits and starts but imitate that heavenly life in the continual endeavour, to make the pleasing of God their principal delight,
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Thirdly, as the Saints in Heaven live according to the Law of perfect righteousness, which is the Law and charter of Heaven, and have obtained perfect sanctification:
Thirdly, as the Saints in Heaven live according to the Law of perfect righteousness, which is the Law and charter of Heaven, and have obtained perfect sanctification:
Fourthly, as the Saints in heaven enjoy God for the means of all their lives, Rev. 22.3, 5. for hee is their Temple, their light, their Tree of Life, their Crystal river, &c. evenso the Saints in the World,
Fourthly, as the Saints in heaven enjoy God for the means of all their lives, Rev. 22.3, 5. for he is their Temple, their Light, their Tree of Life, their Crystal river, etc. evenso the Saints in the World,
that his Promise cannot fail them, when the Indian Mines shall come to nought: that his word is means enough, which commandeth the Rock, and it giveth water;
that his Promise cannot fail them, when the Indian Mines shall come to nought: that his word is means enough, which commands the Rock, and it gives water;
Whether art thou called out of the World in thy affection? whether art thou actually separated from the corruptions that are in it through lust? whether dost thou contemn,
Whither art thou called out of the World in thy affection? whither art thou actually separated from the corruptions that Are in it through lust? whither dost thou contemn,
and avoid vile and graceless persons? dost thou rejoyce in the fellowship with God and communion of his Saints? spendest thou thy daies in the constant praise and worship of God? framest thou thy life according to the Word of God, the rule of all Righteousness? enjoyest thou all things in God,
and avoid vile and graceless Persons? dost thou rejoice in the fellowship with God and communion of his Saints? spendest thou thy days in the constant praise and worship of God? framest thou thy life according to the Word of God, the Rule of all Righteousness? enjoyest thou all things in God,
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and yet longest thou for the perfecting of thy happiness, saying, Come Lord Jesus, Come quickly? this is to converse in Heaven, while thou art on earth;
and yet longest thou for the perfecting of thy happiness, saying, Come Lord jesus, Come quickly? this is to converse in Heaven, while thou art on earth;
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Which if it bee, then how few have their conversation there, or are risen with Christ? How few are set free from the power of sin, witnesseth the general reign of it every where.
Which if it be, then how few have their Conversation there, or Are risen with christ? How few Are Set free from the power of since, Witnesseth the general Reign of it every where.
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as the fish doth water? How do sinners combine themselves against God, to run to all excess of riot? How unpleasant and unwelcome a voice is it, to call men to delight in God and his Children? How heavy are they to the parts of his Worship? comming unto them,
as the Fish does water? How do Sinners combine themselves against God, to run to all excess of riot? How unpleasant and unwelcome a voice is it, to call men to delight in God and his Children? How heavy Are they to the parts of his Worship? coming unto them,
as if they went to some punishment? How are mens Lusts become their Laws, instead of the perfect Rule and Law of God? every man almost living as Israel when there was no King among them.
as if they went to Some punishment? How Are men's Lustiest become their Laws, instead of the perfect Rule and Law of God? every man almost living as Israel when there was no King among them.
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and that they rather had good assurance of this which is present? and instead of wishing and waiting, tremble at the mention of Christ his comming again? Yet most of these men, professors of Christ:
and that they rather had good assurance of this which is present? and instead of wishing and waiting, tremble At the mention of christ his coming again? Yet most of these men, professors of christ:
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The first day of the three, saith Augustine, is to bee reckoned by his latter part, in which Christ was dead and buried, not passing three hours of the four and twenty;
The First day of the three, Says Augustine, is to be reckoned by his latter part, in which christ was dead and buried, not passing three hours of the four and twenty;
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yet so as both the night before when the Jews day begun, and the most of that day was spent in taking, examining, whipping, misusing, condemning, and executing him.
yet so as both the night before when the jews day begun, and the most of that day was spent in taking, examining, whipping, misusing, condemning, and executing him.
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for Christ lay all night, neer twelve hours, in the grave, and rose in the morning betime about the midst of that natural day, standing of four and twenty hours.
for christ lay all night, near twelve hours, in the grave, and rose in the morning betime about the midst of that natural day, standing of four and twenty hours.
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1 Hee must rise the third day, according to the Scriptures, 1 Cor. 15.4. For they had foretold this to bee the particular time, Hos. 6.2. After two daies he will revive us;
1 He must rise the third day, according to the Scriptures, 1 Cor. 15.4. For they had foretold this to be the particular time, Hos. 6.2. After two days he will revive us;
The Scriptures had also further figured this distinct time in the type of Jonas, who having lain three daies and three nights in the belly of the Whale, was the third day cast on the dry land:
The Scriptures had also further figured this distinct time in the type of Jonah, who having lain three days and three nights in the belly of the Whale, was the third day cast on the dry land:
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as our Saviour himself while hee was yet alive, expounded of himself, Matth. 12.40. As Jonas was in the belly of the Whale three daies and three nights, so shall the Son of Man bee three daies and three nights in the heart of the earth.
as our Saviour himself while he was yet alive, expounded of himself, Matthew 12.40. As Jonah was in the belly of the Whale three days and three nights, so shall the Son of Man be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth.
as also because hee would lead his Church into some suspence, therefore hee rose not till the case seemed desperate: Luke 24.21. Wee trusted that it had been hee that should have delivered Israel:
as also Because he would led his Church into Some suspense, Therefore he rose not till the case seemed desperate: Lycia 24.21. we trusted that it had been he that should have Delivered Israel:
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2 Because upon this event and keeping touch in this very circumstance of time, hee had laid all the credit of his Person, Ministry, Doctrin, Miracles, Life and Death.
2 Because upon this event and keeping touch in this very circumstance of time, he had laid all the credit of his Person, Ministry, Doctrine, Miracles, Life and Death.
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And of this very circumstance Angels and men had taken notice from his own mouth, Luke 24.7. when the women came to the Sepulchre to seek Christ after he was newly risen, the Angels told them, he was risen, he was not there:
And of this very circumstance Angels and men had taken notice from his own Mouth, Lycia 24.7. when the women Come to the Sepulchre to seek christ After he was newly risen, the Angels told them, he was risen, he was not there:
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In all which regards, that is verified which himself being risen, affirmed, Luke 24.46. Thus it is written, and th•• it beh•eveth Christ to suffer, and to rise again from the dead the third day.
In all which regards, that is verified which himself being risen, affirmed, Lycia 24.46. Thus it is written, and th•• it beh•eveth christ to suffer, and to rise again from the dead the third day.
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and as before he had set up a marvellous frame of the world, but sin•e exceedingly shaken and defaced by sin, he would now restore the world again ▪ and repair the ruines of it, by abolishing sin:
and as before he had Set up a marvellous frame of the world, but sin•e exceedingly shaken and defaced by since, he would now restore the world again ▪ and repair the ruins of it, by abolishing since:
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2 The impotency of his enemies, who although they watched him, f••l••• him up, laid an heavie stone upon him, were every way cautelous to keep him d•wn till the third day was past,
2 The impotency of his enemies, who although they watched him, f••l••• him up, laid an heavy stone upon him, were every Way cautelous to keep him d•wn till the third day was passed,
The Chronologers further observe, that this was the day wherein Moses led the Israelites through the Sea, wherein all the troops of Pharaoh and his Host were drowned:
The Chronologers further observe, that this was the day wherein Moses led the Israelites through the Sea, wherein all the troops of Pharaoh and his Host were drowned:
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Other observations concerning this day might be inserted out of Authors, which because I see no sound ground for them out of the Scriptures, I will omit them, that I may now come to the lessons which out of this circumstance, we may draw for our further instruction.
Other observations Concerning this day might be inserted out of Authors, which Because I see no found ground for them out of the Scriptures, I will omit them, that I may now come to the Lessons which out of this circumstance, we may draw for our further instruction.
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For seeing Christ being dead, both could and did perform his promise to his Church, will not hee much more being alive and in his glory doe it? The Israelites had a promise of a good Land:
For seeing christ being dead, both could and did perform his promise to his Church, will not he much more being alive and in his glory do it? The Israelites had a promise of a good Land:
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many days and years passed wherein he saw nothing but the clean contrary, and yet in the due season of it, this dream was accomplished. And the reason is, because,
many days and Years passed wherein he saw nothing but the clean contrary, and yet in the due season of it, this dream was accomplished. And the reason is, Because,
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hast thou a promise of outward or inward peace, health, wealth, or any other good thing, which thy heart can wish? hold this promise fast in the midst of thy heart;
hast thou a promise of outward or inward peace, health, wealth, or any other good thing, which thy heart can wish? hold this promise fast in the midst of thy heart;
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nay till the thirtieth year, till it was not with Sarah as with childing-women, in so much as she laught when she heard it, the case in nature was desperate:
nay till the thirtieth year, till it was not with Sarah as with childing-women, in so much as she laughed when she herd it, the case in nature was desperate:
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David in like manner had the promise of the Kingdom, but in the mean time he was so traced and hunted by Saul, that he said in himself, I shall surely one day fall by the hands of Saul;
David in like manner had the promise of the Kingdom, but in the mean time he was so traced and hunted by Saul, that he said in himself, I shall surely one day fallen by the hands of Saul;
but howsoever the Lord still deferred his promise, he knew not how to break it: the Kingdome was rent from Saul, and given to him that was better than he.
but howsoever the Lord still deferred his promise, he knew not how to break it: the Kingdom was rend from Saul, and given to him that was better than he.
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How could Israel but acknowledge his out-stretched arm in their delivery, when they saw nothing but the mountains before them, the enemies behind them,
How could Israel but acknowledge his outstretched arm in their delivery, when they saw nothing but the Mountains before them, the enemies behind them,
and the sea as a wall on either side? and if the Lord had delivered them before they came into the bottom of the sea (as he easily could have done) the glory of his work had been obscured, which all ages since have admired and extolled till this day.
and the sea as a wall on either side? and if the Lord had Delivered them before they Come into the bottom of the sea (as he Easily could have done) the glory of his work had been obscured, which all ages since have admired and extolled till this day.
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when as he seemed utterly cast away, being buried in the Whales belly three days and three nights? for when by the powerful Word of God, the Fish was commanded to cast him on the dry ground, what a worthy fruit of conversion it had in them generally, the History doth declare.
when as he seemed utterly cast away, being buried in the Whale's belly three days and three nights? for when by the powerful Word of God, the Fish was commanded to cast him on the dry ground, what a worthy fruit of conversion it had in them generally, the History does declare.
it appeareth, in that the very Heathen Kings themselves made publick Edicts, that no God, but Daniels, and no God but Shadrachs, &c. should bee worshipped through all their Dominions,
it appears, in that the very Heathen Kings themselves made public Edicts, that no God, but Daniel's, and no God but Shadrachs, etc. should be worshipped through all their Dominions,
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it pleased him to deal herein as a Mother with her child, who although she bee tender enough over it, will sometimes get her out of sight, and behind a door;
it pleased him to deal herein as a Mother with her child, who although she be tender enough over it, will sometime get her out of sighed, and behind a door;
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It is a simple opinion of simple people, that God loveth not that man, who is exercised with any strange crosse, especially if it be more lasting and lingring upon him.
It is a simple opinion of simple people, that God loves not that man, who is exercised with any strange cross, especially if it be more lasting and lingering upon him.
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but the Saints? In the Persecutions of the Primitive Church, we read of thirty thousand of the dear Saints of God put to death in seventeen days under the Tyrant Maximinian, and as many chained under met als and mines, Who was it that asked if the Lord would absent himself for ever, and whether his mercy was clean gone for evermore? Was not this the voyce of David, a man after Gods own heart? Wouldst thou hear the style of Gods children in the Scriptures? thou hearest them called worms of Jacob, dead men of Israel, Isa. 41.14. Wouldest thou know their state? neither is that unanswerable to that stile:
but the Saints? In the Persecutions of the Primitive Church, we read of thirty thousand of the dear Saints of God put to death in seventeen days under the Tyrant Maximinian, and as many chained under met also and mines, Who was it that asked if the Lord would absent himself for ever, and whither his mercy was clean gone for evermore? Was not this the voice of David, a man After God's own heart? Wouldst thou hear the style of God's children in the Scriptures? thou Hearst them called worms of Jacob, dead men of Israel, Isaiah 41.14. Wouldst thou know their state? neither is that unanswerable to that style:
Impossible therefore it is, as Salomon teacheth, to know love or hatred by any thing before a man, Eccles. 9. A man may be a Dives, and a Devil, or little better:
Impossible Therefore it is, as Solomon Teaches, to know love or hatred by any thing before a man, Eccles. 9. A man may be a Dives, and a devil, or little better:
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and thy Cross is the longer, to be a means to bring thy old sins into fresh memory, that so thou maiest renew thy repentance. 3 It may bee, thou hast since given some great scandal to the Church,
and thy Cross is the longer, to be a means to bring thy old Sins into fresh memory, that so thou Mayest renew thy Repentance. 3 It may be, thou hast since given Some great scandal to the Church,
therefore the Lord will have this to stick by increasing the smart, and with-drawing his comforts, till thy great heart bee made to stoop. 5 Look whether some lust,
Therefore the Lord will have this to stick by increasing the smart, and withdrawing his comforts, till thy great heart be made to stoop. 5 Look whither Some lust,
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for even so wee deal with our Children, who when a little smart doth but set them on frowardness, wee meeken and overcome with more stripes. 6 Or else the Lord in mercy lingringly doth correct as thou are able to bear, to bend thee and work thee to good:
for even so we deal with our Children, who when a little smart does but Set them on frowardness, we meeken and overcome with more stripes. 6 Or Else the Lord in mercy lingeringly does correct as thou Are able to bear, to bend thee and work thee to good:
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to have broken the bottle wherein hee was wont to preserve their tears: but hee knows us well enough, saith Paul, 2 Cor. 6.9. though wee think our selves unknown:
to have broken the Bottle wherein he was wont to preserve their tears: but he knows us well enough, Says Paul, 2 Cor. 6.9. though we think our selves unknown:
but the third day commeth, and putteth as great a difference between them, as it did between Pharaohs Baker and Butler, Gen. 40.13, 19. the third day shall lift up the head of the one,
but the third day comes, and putteth as great a difference between them, as it did between Pharaohs Baker and Butler, Gen. 40.13, 19. the third day shall lift up the head of the one,
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which it had not been, if it had not been as openly confirmed: and therefore he would for the space of forty daies, Act. 1.3. by many bodily appearances to many credible persons at once;
which it had not been, if it had not been as openly confirmed: and Therefore he would for the Molle of forty days, Act. 1.3. by many bodily appearances to many credible Persons At once;
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namely, in all the Doctrin they were to teach, and all the Ordinances they were to observe, in the external government of the Christian Churches unto the end of the World:
namely, in all the Doctrine they were to teach, and all the Ordinances they were to observe, in the external government of the Christian Churches unto the end of the World:
which hee pleased to defer till this time, when by his glorious resurrection they might see, that all power was given him in heaven and in earth, Mat. 18.19. 3 Hee was to confirm this their extraordinary Ministery, by an extraordinary Sacrament, namely, breathing upon them, and giving them the Holy Ghost, Joh. 20.22. that is, some smaller measure of gifts, as a pledge for the time;
which he pleased to defer till this time, when by his glorious resurrection they might see, that all power was given him in heaven and in earth, Mathew 18.19. 3 He was to confirm this their extraordinary Ministry, by an extraordinary Sacrament, namely, breathing upon them, and giving them the Holy Ghost, John 20.22. that is, Some smaller measure of Gifts, as a pledge for the time;
Now though in these and other regards, it was meet hee should shew himself openly, yet would hee not so openly shew himself as to all the people, but only to such as his wisdome thought fit to behold him. Quest.
Now though in these and other regards, it was meet he should show himself openly, yet would he not so openly show himself as to all the people, but only to such as his Wisdom Thought fit to behold him. Quest.
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But why did not Christ after his Resurrection, ride in an open triumph before all the People? In all reason it would have made much to the confusion of his enemies,
But why did not christ After his Resurrection, ride in an open triumph before all the People? In all reason it would have made much to the confusion of his enemies,
and had gone into Jerusalem among the Scribes and Pharisees, into the Temple among the Doctors, into Pilates Palace; they would all have been stricken down,
and had gone into Jerusalem among the Scribes and Pharisees, into the Temple among the Doctors, into Pilate's Palace; they would all have been stricken down,
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and shewed himself to a few poor and abject men and women. Neither cometh his Kingdom with outward pomp and observation, Luk. 17.21. as Humane Kingdomes do;
and showed himself to a few poor and abject men and women. Neither comes his Kingdom with outward pomp and observation, Luk. 17.21. as Humane Kingdoms do;
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2 The time was now come wherein Christ was not to bee known any longer according to the flesh, 2 Cor. 5.16. the World that had so known him before, must know him so no more;
2 The time was now come wherein christ was not to be known any longer according to the Flesh, 2 Cor. 5.16. the World that had so known him before, must know him so no more;
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5 If Christ had openly appeared to all the people, hee had falsified his own word, who had threatned them, that because when hee would have gathered them as an Hen her Chickens under her wing,
5 If christ had openly appeared to all the people, he had falsified his own word, who had threatened them, that Because when he would have gathered them as an Hen her Chickens under her wing,
In the second, fourth, fifth, and seventh Chapters of the Acts it evidently appeareth, how by the Apostles direct dealing against their sins, many thousands were converted at some one Sermon:
In the second, fourth, fifth, and seventh Chapters of the Acts it evidently appears, how by the Apostles Direct dealing against their Sins, many thousands were converted At Some one Sermon:
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and how many were daily added unto the Church, whose faith was farre more sound in that they attained the blessing which Christ pronounced upon those that beleeved, and yet had not seen.
and how many were daily added unto the Church, whose faith was Far more found in that they attained the blessing which christ pronounced upon those that believed, and yet had not seen.
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Secondly, there was a real witnesse of the Saints that rose again with him and appeared to many, to the end, that they might testifie of his resurrection, which we doubt not but they did, both by their appearing,
Secondly, there was a real witness of the Saints that rose again with him and appeared to many, to the end, that they might testify of his resurrection, which we doubt not but they did, both by their appearing,
and by word of mouth also. Thirdly, there was a forced testimony of the Souldiers, Matth. 28.11. They came into the City, and told all things that were done:
and by word of Mouth also. Thirdly, there was a forced testimony of the Soldiers, Matthew 28.11. They Come into the city, and told all things that were done:
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Such was the testimony of the two Disciples who went between Jerusalem and Emans, Luk. 24. to whom Christ made himself known the very day of his resurrection, and yet were no Apostles.
Such was the testimony of the two Disciples who went between Jerusalem and Emman's, Luk. 24. to whom christ made himself known the very day of his resurrection, and yet were no Apostles.
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1 These witnesses are said to bee chosen of God, which word is borrowed from the elections of men, who were set apart to their several offices by laying on of mens hands upon them:
1 These Witnesses Are said to be chosen of God, which word is borrowed from the elections of men, who were Set apart to their several Offices by laying on of men's hands upon them:
even so God laid his hands on these, that is, Christ immediately by his own voyce called these to be witnesses unto him, which was one of the priviledges of the Apostles.
even so God laid his hands on these, that is, christ immediately by his own voice called these to be Witnesses unto him, which was one of the privileges of the Apostles.
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Now for the further clearing of this publick witnesse of the Apostles, wee will consider three things. 1 That these twelve were appointed by Christ himself to this witnesse;
Now for the further clearing of this public witness of the Apostles, we will Consider three things. 1 That these twelve were appointed by christ himself to this witness;
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which the Apostle Peter plainly concludeth, Act. 1.22. where speaking of one to be elected into Judas his room, he saith, he must be chosen of one of them which have companied w•th us all the time that the Lord Jesus was conversant among us, beginning at the Baptism of John unto the day that he was taken up ▪ implying, that whosoever was not thus qualified, he was not fit to be made such a publick witnesse with them of his resurrection:
which the Apostle Peter plainly Concludeth, Act. 1.22. where speaking of one to be elected into Judas his room, he Says, he must be chosen of one of them which have companied w•th us all the time that the Lord jesus was conversant among us, beginning At the Baptism of John unto the day that he was taken up ▪ implying, that whosoever was not thus qualified, he was not fit to be made such a public witness with them of his resurrection:
and this was su••y ways. 1 By their senses, they ate and drunk with him, that is, were in a familiar sort conversant with him after he rose again. 2 By word of mouth, he gave them charge and commandement to doe it:
and this was su••y ways. 1 By their Senses, they ate and drunk with him, that is, were in a familiar sort conversant with him After he rose again. 2 By word of Mouth, he gave them charge and Commandment to do it:
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of both which wee are to speak in the text. 3 By a Sacrament or sign of breathing upon them, he confirmed them to their vocation, saying, As my Father sent me, so I send you.
of both which we Are to speak in the text. 3 By a Sacrament or Signen of breathing upon them, he confirmed them to their vocation, saying, As my Father sent me, so I send you.
so farre as was behoveful for the Church. 5 By bestowing sundry other great gifts upon them, sending the Holy Ghost upon them in the likeness of fiery Tongues:
so Far as was behooveful for the Church. 5 By bestowing sundry other great Gifts upon them, sending the Holy Ghost upon them in the likeness of fiery Tongues:
whereby they received the gift of Tongues, he gift of Miracles, of casting out Devils, of healing the Sick by imposition of hands, of preserving from poyson and deadly things, of the Apostolical rod, whereby death it self was at the command of their word, either to take place,
whereby they received the gift of Tongues, he gift of Miracles, of casting out Devils, of healing the Sick by imposition of hands, of preserving from poison and deadly things, of the Apostolical rod, whereby death it self was At the command of their word, either to take place,
By these means the Lord put into the hands of the Apostles, great power to give witnesse of the resurrection of Christ, Act. 4.33. The third thing is, By what means they witnessed, or gave testimony to Christ.
By these means the Lord put into the hands of the Apostles, great power to give witness of the resurrection of christ, Act. 4.33. The third thing is, By what means they witnessed, or gave testimony to christ.
therefore was it necessary that they should give witnesse two wayes. 1 By zealous and painful preaching by voyce while they lived. 2 Even after their death, by the holy Doctrin left behind them in their Works and Writings:
Therefore was it necessary that they should give witness two ways. 1 By zealous and painful preaching by voice while they lived. 2 Even After their death, by the holy Doctrine left behind them in their Works and Writings:
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Doct. Hence observe, that the office of the Apostles was to give testimony unto Christ after a peculiar manner; Acts 1.8. When the Holy Ghost shall come upon you, yee shall be witnesses unto me, both in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria and to the uttermost parts of the earth.
Doct. Hence observe, that the office of the Apostles was to give testimony unto christ After a peculiar manner; Acts 1.8. When the Holy Ghost shall come upon you, ye shall be Witnesses unto me, both in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria and to the uttermost parts of the earth.
for every Minister is called of God to give witness to Christ: but properly to speak, they are rather Preachers and Publishers of things witnessed, than witnesses:
for every Minister is called of God to give witness to christ: but properly to speak, they Are rather Preachers and Publishers of things witnessed, than Witnesses:
and true for the manner, they all speaking as they were moved by the Spirit of God, 2 Pet. 1.21. and therefore exempted from all error in their witness, as we are not.
and true for the manner, they all speaking as they were moved by the Spirit of God, 2 Pet. 1.21. and Therefore exempted from all error in their witness, as we Are not.
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3 And hence followeth that their witness is to bee beleeved, as infallible, being the witness of such as with their eyes saw his Ma•esty ▪ vers. 16. who did not at any time deliver any thing, which they either heard not of Christ,
3 And hence follows that their witness is to be believed, as infallible, being the witness of such as with their eyes saw his Ma•esty ▪ vers. 16. who did not At any time deliver any thing, which they either herd not of christ,
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2 The Scriptures, if they bee searched, testify of him. 3 His works that hee did, bear witnesse of him, Joh. 8.18. & 5.39. & 5.36. but yet howsoever in regard of himself, hee need no other testimony of man, that wee might beleeve and bee saved;
2 The Scriptures, if they be searched, testify of him. 3 His works that he did, bear witness of him, John 8.18. & 5.39. & 5.36. but yet howsoever in regard of himself, he need no other testimony of man, that we might believe and be saved;
and of this Divine Testimony in the mouth of the Apostles may bee said, as Christ did of the voice from heaven, Joh. 12.30. This voice came not because of mee, but for your sakes.
and of this Divine Testimony in the Mouth of the Apostles may be said, as christ did of the voice from heaven, John 12.30. This voice Come not Because of me, but for your sakes.
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for some man may say, as the Devil once did, Paul I know, and Cephas I know, but who are you? Surely even wee are sent by Christ as well as the Apostles, Eph. 4.11. Hee gave some to bee Apostles, some Prophets, some Pastors, some Teachers.
for Some man may say, as the devil once did, Paul I know, and Cephas I know, but who Are you? Surely even we Are sent by christ as well as the Apostles, Ephesians 4.11. He gave Some to be Apostles, Some prophets, Some Pastors, Some Teachers.
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nor any thing at all on our bare words, but to try our spirits, to search the Scriptures, (as the B•reans.) They have •r ought to have their Bibles, we wish them to look and enquire there whether our Doctrin be true or no:
nor any thing At all on our bore words, but to try our spirits, to search the Scriptures, (as the B•reans.) They have •r ought to have their Bibles, we wish them to look and inquire there whither our Doctrine be true or no:
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Let any man come with a conje•tural, or probable truth, or any traditionary doctrin, and cannot shew which of the Apostles heard or saw it in Christ, no man is bound to beleeve it as necessary to his salvation.
Let any man come with a conje•tural, or probable truth, or any traditionary Doctrine, and cannot show which of the Apostles herd or saw it in christ, no man is bound to believe it as necessary to his salvation.
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Hereof the Evangelist John giveth a notable president, The Word, saith hee, was made flesh, Joh. 1.14. here was a great mystery, and a main principle of Salvation:
Hereof the Evangelist John gives a notable president, The Word, Says he, was made Flesh, John 1.14. Here was a great mystery, and a main principle of Salvation:
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Again, it were to bee wished, that hearers would take up their duty, which is, in reverent manner to come to their teachers in things doubtfully delivered, and ask the question;
Again, it were to be wished, that hearers would take up their duty, which is, in reverend manner to come to their Teachers in things doubtfully Delivered, and ask the question;
I beseech you tell me which of the Apostles heard, or saw this from Christ, which you have taught us, that I may beleeve it? for they delivered nothing else.
I beseech you tell me which of the Apostles herd, or saw this from christ, which you have taught us, that I may believe it? for they Delivered nothing Else.
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To which rule would Ministers and people frame themselves, it would bring the Scriptures into request, which for most part, are least set by in many Sermons;
To which Rule would Ministers and people frame themselves, it would bring the Scriptures into request, which for most part, Are least Set by in many Sermons;
which make it a chief part of their reputation, to see with any eies save the Apostles and speak with any tongues save theirs, by which means it commeth to pass, that Gods own voice is least heard in Gods house, in Gods business, and among Gods people.
which make it a chief part of their reputation, to see with any eyes save the Apostles and speak with any tongues save theirs, by which means it comes to pass, that God's own voice is least herd in God's house, in God's business, and among God's people.
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not great Rabbies, not Rich, not Worldly-wise: (who are not so expedite and ready, neither to preach, nor receive the Gospel) but poor, simple, and mean men. For these reasons,
not great Rabbies, not Rich, not Worldly-wise: (who Are not so expedite and ready, neither to preach, nor receive the Gospel) but poor, simple, and mean men. For these Reasons,
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but this treasure is put in earthen vessels, that all the power and glory of the work, may redound to God, who commonly, in weak and foolish things, putteth forth his admirable strength and wisdome.
but this treasure is put in earthen vessels, that all the power and glory of the work, may redound to God, who commonly, in weak and foolish things, putteth forth his admirable strength and Wisdom.
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Again, herein hee honoureth also his instruments, who being in themselves mean and contemptible, yet upon their calling received such a portion of the Spirit,
Again, herein he Honoureth also his Instruments, who being in themselves mean and contemptible, yet upon their calling received such a portion of the Spirit,
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and daunted the greatest and most powerful, when they saw that no power or glory of this world, could draw or hinder them from the Execution of that Office, to which they were deputed.
and daunted the greatest and most powerful, when they saw that no power or glory of this world, could draw or hinder them from the Execution of that Office, to which they were deputed.
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Hence was it that the wise and mighty, Act. 4. seeing the freedome and wisdome of Peter and John in speaking (knowing them to bee unlearned men) they wondred, and knew they had been with Jesus:
Hence was it that the wise and mighty, Act. 4. seeing the freedom and Wisdom of Peter and John in speaking (knowing them to be unlearned men) they wondered, and knew they had been with jesus:
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but if it get simple and plain men to carry it through the world, it disperseth it self as the light: twelve naked and unlearned men shall be enough to overcome all the power and wisdome that the world can make against it.
but if it get simple and plain men to carry it through the world, it disperses it self as the Light: twelve naked and unlearned men shall be enough to overcome all the power and Wisdom that the world can make against it.
And what other is it that for these many years (espec ally since the light of the Gospel was by the mercy of God restored to these parts of Europe ) hath undershoared that tottering Kingdome,
And what other is it that for these many Years (espec alley since the Light of the Gospel was by the mercy of God restored to these parts of Europe) hath undershoared that tottering Kingdom,
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the base insinuations and flattery on the one side, and false fears and treachery on the other, whereby they hold fast unto them sundry other great powers and Kings of the earth? to which adde the insatiable thirst of money ▪ and their base tricks to lay false fingers,
the base insinuations and flattery on the one side, and false fears and treachery on the other, whereby they hold fast unto them sundry other great Powers and Kings of the earth? to which add the insatiable thirst of money ▪ and their base tricks to lay false fingers,
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and yet it propagateth it self, and prevaileth daily, and so shall do, whilest this Antichristian Kingdome being now in a consumption already, by the breath of his mouth, shall be utterly abolished by the brightness of his coming.
and yet it propagateth it self, and prevails daily, and so shall do, whilst this Antichristian Kingdom being now in a consumption already, by the breath of his Mouth, shall be utterly abolished by the brightness of his coming.
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The like deduction may bee used for the confirmation of any other Article of Faith delivered by them, wherein they are no less true witnesses than in this of Christs resurrection.
The like deduction may be used for the confirmation of any other Article of Faith Delivered by them, wherein they Are no less true Witnesses than in this of Christ resurrection.
In these words the Apostle Peter useth another argument of demonstrative force to prove Ch•ist his resurrection, who both before his death and after did manifest himself to bee both God and man, by two sorts of actions.
In these words the Apostle Peter uses Another argument of demonstrative force to prove Ch•ist his resurrection, who both before his death and After did manifest himself to be both God and man, by two sorts of actions.
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1 Such as were miraculous and extraordinary: an instance whereof after his Resurrection wee have formerly mentioned, Joh. 21.11. in the miraculous lading of the net with fishes.
1 Such as were miraculous and extraordinary: an instance whereof After his Resurrection we have formerly mentioned, John 21.11. in the miraculous lading of the net with Fish.
And to confirm this truth of our Apostle, wee read, that not once or twice, but often, he ate and drunk with his Disciples after hee rose from the dead,
And to confirm this truth of our Apostle, we read, that not once or twice, but often, he ate and drunk with his Disciples After he rose from the dead,
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for hee did not onely eat with six of his Disciples, as Joh. 21.2. cum 13. but with the two Disciples with whom hee joyned himself going to Emaus, Luke 24.30. and with all the eleven gathered together, Luk. 24.33. cum 43. Quest.
for he did not only eat with six of his Disciples, as John 21.2. cum 13. but with the two Disciples with whom he joined himself going to Emaus, Lycia 24.30. and with all the eleven gathered together, Luk. 24.33. cum 43. Quest.
For when the Disciples had seen his •ands and feet, wondred at the matter, and yet beleeved not for joy, Luke 24.41. for their further confirmation hee called for some meat, and having a peece of broyled fish, and an hony-comb given him, hee took it and did eat before them.
For when the Disciples had seen his •ands and feet, wondered At the matter, and yet believed not for joy, Lycia 24.41. for their further confirmation he called for Some meat, and having a piece of broiled Fish, and an honeycomb given him, he took it and did eat before them.
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But it will bee more materially objected, that this eating and drinking doth not necessarily and infallibly prove the point of Christ his Resurrection, seeing the Angels have eat and drunk, and yet were no men.
But it will be more materially objected, that this eating and drinking does not necessarily and infallibly prove the point of christ his Resurrection, seeing the Angels have eat and drunk, and yet were no men.
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Answ. As for the Angels which ate and drunk with Abraham, Lot, and others, the truth is that (whatsoever some speak to the contrary) they did truely eat as well as they truely walked, spake,
Answer As for the Angels which ate and drunk with Abraham, Lot, and Others, the truth is that (whatsoever Some speak to the contrary) they did truly eat as well as they truly walked, spoke,
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even so our Saviour Christ is proved hereby after hee was dead, to have a true, living organical body, which is a sufficient proof of his resurrection,
even so our Saviour christ is proved hereby After he was dead, to have a true, living organical body, which is a sufficient proof of his resurrection,
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especially seeing that it was the self same body that was laid in the grave, the testimony of the Angels, the emptiness of the grave, the prints of the nails and spear, with many other evidences sufficiently confirm.
especially seeing that it was the self same body that was laid in the grave, the testimony of the Angels, the emptiness of the grave, the prints of the nails and spear, with many other evidences sufficiently confirm.
neither can wee think the Disciples flower of heart to beleeve than our selves are, who are ready to say in any thing that our eyes see not, with Mary, How can this be? But that neither they nor wee should sink down in this weakness, hee hath pleased to condescend to our infirmity, to remove all scruple from them and us, in this main article of our religion.
neither can we think the Disciples flower of heart to believe than our selves Are, who Are ready to say in any thing that our eyes see not, with Marry, How can this be? But that neither they nor we should sink down in this weakness, he hath pleased to condescend to our infirmity, to remove all scruple from them and us, in this main article of our Religion.
For what is it that more confirmeth and strengtheneth our Faith, than the boldnesse and liberty of the Apostles, both in their Sermons and Writings? and whence is this but from their own full perswasion of the truth, which maketh them bold,
For what is it that more confirmeth and strengtheneth our Faith, than the boldness and liberty of the Apostles, both in their Sermons and Writings? and whence is this but from their own full persuasion of the truth, which makes them bold,
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Vse 1. To strengthen this our weak Faith by this consideration, conceive with thy self that Christ ate and drunk with his Disciples, that thy Faith might bee nourished as well as others:
Use 1. To strengthen this our weak Faith by this consideration, conceive with thy self that christ ate and drunk with his Disciples, that thy Faith might be nourished as well as Others:
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yea, so often as thou hearest, or readest, or thinkest of any of these things; so often must thou bee renewing and adding something to thy Faith in this behalf;
yea, so often as thou Hearst, or Readest, or Thinkest of any of these things; so often must thou be renewing and adding something to thy Faith in this behalf;
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2 In that our Lord after hee was gloriously raised from the dead, would still for those forty daies depart from his glory, abasing himself to converse with sinful men;
2 In that our Lord After he was gloriously raised from the dead, would still for those forty days depart from his glory, abasing himself to converse with sinful men;
yea, to eat and drink corruptible creatures; of which his incorruptible body had no need: and would still humble himself to condescend to the weaknesse of his Church:
yea, to eat and drink corruptible creatures; of which his incorruptible body had no need: and would still humble himself to condescend to the weakness of his Church:
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wee are to learn the same lesson towards our Brethren, to be of a yeelding disposition, ready to depart with some of our right for their good and edification;
we Are to Learn the same Lesson towards our Brothers, to be of a yielding disposition, ready to depart with Some of our right for their good and edification;
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2 The object of this ordinance, or what wee must preach, namely Christ, that he is, &c. 3 What particular doctrin concerning Christ must more especially be preached, that he is ordained of God, a judge of quick and dead.
2 The Object of this Ordinance, or what we must preach, namely christ, that he is, etc. 3 What particular Doctrine Concerning christ must more especially be preached, that he is ordained of God, a judge of quick and dead.
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2 The necessity, which will easily bee deduced from the former. That Christ instituted this holy ordinance, is plain, Matth. 28.19. Goe preach to all nations, baptizing them, &c. the which commission, that it was extended beyond their persons, to such as should in after ages succeed them, appeareth by his last words, and behold, I am with you to the end of the world.
2 The necessity, which will Easily be deduced from the former. That christ instituted this holy Ordinance, is plain, Matthew 28.19. Go preach to all Nations, baptizing them, etc. the which commission, that it was extended beyond their Persons, to such as should in After ages succeed them, appears by his last words, and behold, I am with you to the end of the world.
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And that the ordinary teachers are no lesse the gift of Christ than the Apostles themselves ▪ is as plain, Ephes. 4.11. he therefore gave some to be Apostles, some Prophets, some Evangelists, some Pastors, and some Teachers.
And that the ordinary Teachers Are no less the gift of christ than the Apostles themselves ▪ is as plain, Ephesians 4.11. he Therefore gave Some to be Apostles, Some prophets, Some Evangelists, Some Pastors, and Some Teachers.
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Neither must this trouble us, that both in this place alleadged, as also in some other it is attributed to the Father, to send and give Pastors according to his own heart, Jer. 3.15. & 25.4. and sometime to the Holy Ghost, Acts 20.28. Take heed to your selves, and the flock over which the Holy Ghost hath made you over-seers, 1 Cor. 12.11. and all these things worketh even the self-same Spirit, distributing to every man severally, even as he will. For,
Neither must this trouble us, that both in this place alleged, as also in Some other it is attributed to the Father, to send and give Pastors according to his own heart, Jer. 3.15. & 25.4. and sometime to the Holy Ghost, Acts 20.28. Take heed to your selves, and the flock over which the Holy Ghost hath made you Overseers, 1 Cor. 12.11. and all these things works even the selfsame Spirit, distributing to every man severally, even as he will. For,
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The being of it (as it was the Ministery of the New Testament, wherein glad tidings were published to all Nations) was temporary, beginning in the time of Christ,
The being of it (as it was the Ministry of the New Testament, wherein glad tidings were published to all nations) was temporary, beginning in the time of christ,
yet can it be called no new doctrin, because the summe and substance of it, was (though more obscurely) delivered to Adam, and the Fathers of the Old Testament.
yet can it be called no new Doctrine, Because the sum and substance of it, was (though more obscurely) Delivered to Adam, and the Father's of the Old Testament.
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but rather therefore it was his, who was before Abraham was, the chief Prophet of his Church, that raised, according to the several ages of his Church, such men as were fit, either more obscurely,
but rather Therefore it was his, who was before Abraham was, the chief Prophet of his Church, that raised, according to the several ages of his Church, such men as were fit, either more obscurely,
and although they did before Christs death, exercise the office of Apostleship in Judea amongst the lost sheep of the house of Israel, yet had they not received that fulnesse of the Spirit, and power from above, which was necessary to Apostles,
and although they did before Christ death, exercise the office of Apostleship in Judea among the lost sheep of the house of Israel, yet had they not received that fullness of the Spirit, and power from above, which was necessary to Apostles,
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for of the Pastors and Elders of Ephesus it is said, that the Holy Ghost made them over-seers: and Paul accounteth Apollos ordained by Christ as well as himself, 1 Cor. 3.5.
for of the Pastors and Elders of Ephesus it is said, that the Holy Ghost made them Overseers: and Paul accounteth Apollos ordained by christ as well as himself, 1 Cor. 3.5.
What is Paul, and who is Apollos, but the Ministers by whom yee beleeve? and, as the Lord gave to every man? only the difference must be observed in their calling both are called of Christ,
What is Paul, and who is Apollos, but the Ministers by whom ye believe? and, as the Lord gave to every man? only the difference must be observed in their calling both Are called of christ,
And therefore both before his incarnation a long time, and after his ascension also, the exhortation which was enforced upon beleevers run in this tenor, to day if yee hear his voyce, harden not your hearts, Psal. 95.7. Heb. 3.7.
And Therefore both before his incarnation a long time, and After his Ascension also, the exhortation which was Enforced upon believers run in this tenor, to day if ye hear his voice, harden not your hearts, Psalm 95.7. Hebrew 3.7.
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Who were ever begotten to God, without this immortal see• 〈 ◊ 〉 •here spiritual Fathers? Who ever became living stones in the building, wit• 〈 ◊ 〉 •e hewing and polishing of Gods builders? What harvest was ever ••ought in to God, without these labourers? What soul was ever pulled out of the kingdome of darknesse, and brought to bee a member of Gods Kingdome,
Who were ever begotten to God, without this immortal see• 〈 ◊ 〉 •here spiritual Father's? Who ever became living stones in the building, wit• 〈 ◊ 〉 •e hewing and polishing of God's Builders? What harvest was ever ••ought in to God, without these labourers? What soul was ever pulled out of the Kingdom of darkness, and brought to be a member of God's Kingdom,
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but by this means? The word in this ordinance is called the Gospel of the Kingdome of God, Mark 1.14. that is, whereby men attain both the parts of Gods Kingdome:
but by this means? The word in this Ordinance is called the Gospel of the Kingdom of God, Mark 1.14. that is, whereby men attain both the parts of God's Kingdom:
from which effect it is called, 1 The word of grace, Acts 20.32. 2 The Gospel of glory, 1 Tim. 1.11. also the word of reconciliation, because hereby sinners are reconciled to God, Ephes. 1.13. the word of life, because it quickneth the dead in sin:
from which Effect it is called, 1 The word of grace, Acts 20.32. 2 The Gospel of glory, 1 Tim. 1.11. also the word of reconciliation, Because hereby Sinners Are reconciled to God, Ephesians 1.13. the word of life, Because it Quickeneth the dead in since:
no spiritual life can bee preserved without this feeding, Act. 20. No Saints are gathered, nor no body of Christ built up without Pastors and Teachers, Ephes. 4.11, 12. And it pleased not God by any other means,
no spiritual life can be preserved without this feeding, Act. 20. No Saints Are gathered, nor no body of christ built up without Pastors and Teachers, Ephesians 4.11, 12. And it pleased not God by any other means,
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1 Seeing a man cannot safely and comfortably pass through any part of the day, without the light, strength and comfort of the Scriptures, it pleased the Lord to set up this publike ministery in his Church, that even beleevers themselves by hearing the Scriptures daily explained, obscure places opened by those which are clearer,
1 Seeing a man cannot safely and comfortably pass through any part of the day, without the Light, strength and Comfort of the Scriptures, it pleased the Lord to Set up this public Ministry in his Church, that even believers themselves by hearing the Scriptures daily explained, Obscure places opened by those which Are clearer,
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And therefore though they should not need to come to increase their knowledge, yet have they need to hear their faults controlled, to bee provoked unto duty, to bee confirmed in their obedience, to bee strengthened in their faith, reformed in their lives, comforted in their troubles,
And Therefore though they should not need to come to increase their knowledge, yet have they need to hear their Faults controlled, to be provoked unto duty, to be confirmed in their Obedience, to be strengthened in their faith, reformed in their lives, comforted in their Troubles,
whereas without this publike Ministery, if every one were left to hi• private sense and reading, it could not but br••d corrupt and private opinion•, to the dissolving of minds and affections.
whereas without this public Ministry, if every one were left to hi• private sense and reading, it could not but br••d corrupt and private opinion•, to the dissolving of minds and affections.
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W••••, have ever resisted it above all other, as being the greatest enemy unto his Kingdome, which maketh him fall down like lightening in the heart of men.
W••••, have ever resisted it above all other, as being the greatest enemy unto his Kingdom, which makes him fallen down like lightning in the heart of men.
Hence is it that hee stirreth up Jannes and Jambres, and all the •able of Egypts Inchanters against Moses; and setteth all his power against him, to prove him a counterfeit.
Hence is it that he stirs up Jannes and Jambres, and all the •able of Egypts Enchanters against Moses; and sets all his power against him, to prove him a counterfeit.
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Hence is it that hee will not want a Pashur to sinne Jeremy, nor an Amaziah to do as much to Amos. Hence raised hee up many Armies against Paul; Elimas and Alexander, Hymeneus and Philetus, D•otrephes and Demas, and from his mouth hee casts out floods of r•pro•chful and virulent slanders against him;
Hence is it that he will not want a Pashur to sin Jeremiah, nor an Amaziah to do as much to Amos. Hence raised he up many Armies against Paul; Elymas and Alexander, Hymenaeus and Philetus, D•otrephes and Demas, and from his Mouth he Cast out floods of r•pro•chful and virulent slanders against him;
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he shall be commended and defended, for a very honest peaceable man, or for a very good fellow, that will bear his Neighbors company, they could not have a better;
he shall be commended and defended, for a very honest peaceable man, or for a very good fellow, that will bear his Neighbours company, they could not have a better;
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But whose voice is this? and is not the hand of the Devil in all this? Well, on the contrary, where there is by Gods mercy a painful and faithful Minister, that Preacheth constantly and conscionably;
But whose voice is this? and is not the hand of the devil in all this? Well, on the contrary, where there is by God's mercy a painful and faithful Minister, that Preacheth constantly and Conscionably;
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but hee is very unpeaceable, a reprover of every man, a spy-fault, hee hath made such contention in our Parish since hee came, that wee wish hee had never come amongst us;
but he is very unpeaceable, a reprover of every man, a spy-fault, he hath made such contention in our Parish since he Come, that we wish he had never come among us;
Fourthly, The necessity appeareth by common experience, if we compare the people, who have had the Ministry planted amongst them, with those who have it not.
Fourthly, The necessity appears by Common experience, if we compare the people, who have had the Ministry planted among them, with those who have it not.
In the one, what shall a man sooner meet with, than woful ignorance, Popish opinions, superstitious practices, heathenish conversation? they live as men without God in the world:
In the one, what shall a man sooner meet with, than woeful ignorance, Popish opinions, superstitious practices, Heathenish Conversation? they live as men without God in the world:
Thus this commandement of Christ is generally forgotten, the sheep and Lambs of Christ unfed and forsaken, the Kingdome of Christ unbuilded and unrepaired,
Thus this Commandment of christ is generally forgotten, the sheep and Lambs of christ unfed and forsaken, the Kingdom of christ unbuilded and unrepaired,
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What need is there of wells without water, of mouths that speak not, of candlesticks without light, of stars without shine, of salt without savour? Christ needed not to have ascended to send men without gifts;
What need is there of wells without water, of mouths that speak not, of candlesticks without Light, of Stars without shine, of salt without savour? christ needed not to have ascended to send men without Gifts;
Let us not implead the wisdome of the Son of God, and say, where shall wee have such store of Preachers for our several Parishes? If wee want them, the fault is our own, and not Gods;
Let us not implead the Wisdom of the Son of God, and say, where shall we have such store of Preachers for our several Parishes? If we want them, the fault is our own, and not God's;
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3 This Doctrin must bee applyed also to the more ignorant sort of men, who never as yet came to see the absolute necessity of this Ordinance of Preaching:
3 This Doctrine must be applied also to the more ignorant sort of men, who never as yet Come to see the absolute necessity of this Ordinance of Preaching:
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Alas, poor souls, how hath Satan over-reached them in a matter of such moment, as is their whole estate and freehold of Heaven? who if ever they come to see their lost estate,
Alas, poor Souls, how hath Satan overreached them in a matter of such moment, as is their Whole estate and freehold of Heaven? who if ever they come to see their lost estate,
they will profess the Ministry of Reconciliation, to bee as necessary as their attonement and friendship with God, which is better and sweeter than life it self.
they will profess the Ministry of Reconciliation, to be as necessary as their atonement and friendship with God, which is better and Sweeten than life it self.
or their wicked loathing of it? even so is it the commonness of the word, that maketh the wicked contemn it, (for the hungry soul of the godly would never dispise it,
or their wicked loathing of it? even so is it the commonness of the word, that makes the wicked contemn it, (for the hungry soul of the godly would never despise it,
and shineth all the day long upo• 〈 ◊ 〉 or the air which wee breath in every moment? or doth the ordinary and common use of the bread upon our Tables, bring bread out of request with us? No, wee see the necessity, that without the Sun,
and shines all the day long upo• 〈 ◊ 〉 or the air which we breath in every moment? or does the ordinary and Common use of the bred upon our Tables, bring bred out of request with us? No, we see the necessity, that without the Sun,
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Let these men bethink themselves, and then tell us whether the Holy Gospel (being the power and arm of God to save every beleever, the glad tydings of salvation,
Let these men bethink themselves, and then tell us whither the Holy Gospel (being the power and arm of God to save every believer, the glad tidings of salvation,
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but to seek and save that which was lost, if the Preaching of him make the World worse than it was? wee will easily grant that the Gospel, being a great sight, it daily discovereth that corruption and darkness which before lay hid;
but to seek and save that which was lost, if the Preaching of him make the World Worse than it was? we will Easily grant that the Gospel, being a great sighed, it daily Discovereth that corruption and darkness which before lay hid;
shall wee say the Gospel is the cause, or rather the malice of men, who pervert it to their own destruction, taking occasion by it to turn the grace of God into wantonness? Let not •s therefore bee (as the old Idolaters in Jeremies time) who told him plainly, that they would not hear the Word that hee spake in the name of the Lord,
shall we say the Gospel is the cause, or rather the malice of men, who pervert it to their own destruction, taking occasion by it to turn the grace of God into wantonness? Let not •s Therefore bee (as the old Idolaters in Jeremies time) who told him plainly, that they would not hear the Word that he spoke in the name of the Lord,
but since they left to burn incense unto her, it was never well with them, they had scarceness of all things, and were consumed by the Sword and by Famine, Jer. 44.17, 18. and therefore they were resolved to do as their Fathers did.
but since they left to burn incense unto her, it was never well with them, they had scarceness of all things, and were consumed by the Sword and by Famine, Jer. 44.17, 18. and Therefore they were resolved to do as their Father's did.
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But let us with thankfulness cast our eies upon the Grace of God, that hath appeared, and learn (as it teacheth) to deny ungodliness, and worldly lusts, and to live soberly, righteously,
But let us with thankfulness cast our eyes upon the Grace of God, that hath appeared, and Learn (as it Teaches) to deny ungodliness, and worldly Lustiest, and to live soberly, righteously,
and conclude this point with this exhortation to these poor seduced people: that considering the straight charge and Commandement that lyeth upon us to Preach in season,
and conclude this point with this exhortation to these poor seduced people: that considering the straight charge and Commandment that lies upon us to Preach in season,
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to lay up instruction as they would treasure gold, and to call after the wisdome of God revealed in this ordinance, without which never was any made wise to salvation.
to lay up instruction as they would treasure gold, and to call After the Wisdom of God revealed in this Ordinance, without which never was any made wise to salvation.
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And let them further know, that (seeing God doth not extraordinarily save men, where the ordinary means are afforded or offered) the neglect of this means is to despite great salvation; and to make themselves unworthy of life eternal. And from the evidence of truth I avouch against every soul, that turneth his ear from hearing the word preached;
And let them further know, that (seeing God does not extraordinarily save men, where the ordinary means Are afforded or offered) the neglect of this means is to despite great salvation; and to make themselves unworthy of life Eternal. And from the evidence of truth I avouch against every soul, that turns his ear from hearing the word preached;
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hee chooseth death, and forsaketh his own mercy, Joh. 10.27. hee is no sheep of Christ, for then would hee hear his voice, Joh. 8.47. and if hee were born of God, hee would hear the words of God.
he chooses death, and Forsaketh his own mercy, John 10.27. he is no sheep of christ, for then would he hear his voice, John 8.47. and if he were born of God, he would hear the words of God.
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But to reach Christ as the truth is in Christ, is to apply every particular to the heart of a sinner, that hee may bee framed to conversion and repentance;
But to reach christ as the truth is in christ, is to apply every particular to the heart of a sinner, that he may be framed to conversion and Repentance;
It is thought a reproach to preach a plain Sermon, whereas indeed, that is the best Sermon which teacheth Christ most plainly. 1 By true interpretation of Scripture. 2 By wholesome savory and proper Doctrin gathered thence. 3 By sound application of that Doctrin for the information of mens judgements, and reformation of their lives:
It is Thought a reproach to preach a plain Sermon, whereas indeed, that is the best Sermon which Teaches christ most plainly. 1 By true Interpretation of Scripture. 2 By wholesome savoury and proper Doctrine gathered thence. 3 By found application of that Doctrine for the information of men's Judgments, and Reformation of their lives:
where Christ crucified is thus held out, there need no wooden Images nor Pictures; nor the real sacrifice of the abominable Mass, to put men in mind of him.
where christ Crucified is thus held out, there need no wooden Images nor Pictures; nor the real sacrifice of the abominable Mass, to put men in mind of him.
if yee know these things, blessed are yee if yee do them? Joh. 13.17. The third point is, what is the particular Doctrin which the Apostles, and wee in them are so straitly enjoyned to preach:
if ye know these things, blessed Are ye if ye do them? John 13.17. The third point is, what is the particular Doctrine which the Apostles, and we in them Are so straitly enjoined to preach:
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1 Because this being the last work of Christ remaining to be done after his ascension, it could not be so easily beleeved as those things which were ••re••y done and accomplished, being still in fresh memory;
1 Because this being the last work of christ remaining to be done After his Ascension, it could not be so Easily believed as those things which were ••re••y done and accomplished, being still in fresh memory;
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And therefore hee would have his Apostles careful to help the weakness of mens faith, in the expectation of his return to judgement, by much and often beating upon it,
And Therefore he would have his Apostles careful to help the weakness of men's faith, in the expectation of his return to judgement, by much and often beating upon it,
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2 The Scriptures teach that the remembrance of this judgement to come, is a notable means to quicken the godly in their duty, to work in them a reverent fear,
2 The Scriptures teach that the remembrance of this judgement to come, is a notable means to quicken the godly in their duty, to work in them a reverend Fear,
and shake out security, which breedeth hardness of heart: therefore did the Apostle Paul, considering the terrors of the Lord, 2 Cor. 5.11. provoke both himself and others unto their Duty:
and shake out security, which breeds hardness of heart: Therefore did the Apostle Paul, considering the terrors of the Lord, 2 Cor. 5.11. provoke both himself and Others unto their Duty:
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and I am afraid of thy judgements, Psal. 119.120. A special example whereof, wee have in that famous Preacher of righteousness, Noah, of whom it is recorded, Heb. 11.7.
and I am afraid of thy Judgments, Psalm 119.120. A special Exampl whereof, we have in that famous Preacher of righteousness, Noah, of whom it is recorded, Hebrew 11.7.
that being warned by God of the flood to come an hundred and twenty years after, hee was moved with a reverent fear of God to make the Ark. And as Noah, was by hearing of the waters,
that being warned by God of the flood to come an hundred and twenty Years After, he was moved with a reverend Fear of God to make the Ark And as Noah, was by hearing of the waters,
neither the Apostles, nor wee the ordinary Ministers succeeding them, can want good reason to stir up our selves and others, by the often and diligent propounding and applying of this holy Doctrin of Christ his comming again to judgement.
neither the Apostles, nor we the ordinary Ministers succeeding them, can want good reason to stir up our selves and Others, by the often and diligent propounding and applying of this holy Doctrine of christ his coming again to judgement.
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The verse containeth two things: 1 Christ his appointment to this office, that hee is ordained of God, 2 The execution of it, a Judge of the quick and dead.
The verse Containeth two things: 1 christ his appointment to this office, that he is ordained of God, 2 The execution of it, a Judge of the quick and dead.
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or judiciary power. 3 The external and visible act, or execution of judgement. Now in regard of the two former, all the three blessed persons, the Father, Son,
or judiciary power. 3 The external and visible act, or execution of judgement. Now in regard of the two former, all the three blessed Persons, the Father, Son,
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and thus is it said, that the Father •udgeth no man, but hath committed all judgement to the Son, Joh. 5.22. Where by •udgement, must bee meant the administration of judgement:
and thus is it said, that the Father •udgeth no man, but hath committed all judgement to the Son, John 5.22. Where by •udgement, must be meant the administration of judgement:
but onely appropriating it thus far, that by the Son, in a visible form, and according to his humanity, shall the last and general judgement bee exercised.
but only appropriating it thus Far, that by the Son, in a visible from, and according to his humanity, shall the last and general judgement be exercised.
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Hence is it, that often wee read this second comming opposed unto his former, wherein hee pleased to cover and veil his glory, which now he will reveal and display above the shining of a world of Suns: Mat. 25.31.
Hence is it, that often we read this second coming opposed unto his former, wherein he pleased to cover and veil his glory, which now he will reveal and display above the shining of a world of Suns: Mathew 25.31.
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for when hee shall have faithfully finished this judgement, which is committed unto him, hee shall immediately deliver up the Kingdome unto his Father, 1 Corinthians 15.24. not that hee shall then cease to bee an everlasting King of glory, but because hee shall no longer exercise any temporary government as now hee doth.
for when he shall have faithfully finished this judgement, which is committed unto him, he shall immediately deliver up the Kingdom unto his Father, 1 Corinthians 15.24. not that he shall then cease to be an everlasting King of glory, but Because he shall no longer exercise any temporary government as now he does.
Hee shall not rule his Kingdome by Civil Magistrates, nor his Church by such Officers, and ministery, as are now appointed under him for the gathering of the Saints.
He shall not Rule his Kingdom by Civil Magistrates, nor his Church by such Officers, and Ministry, as Are now appointed under him for the gathering of the Saints.
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but hee must first appear in a most glorious humanity to finish this great business. For these reasons is this great work committed to the Son immediately to execute.
but he must First appear in a most glorious humanity to finish this great business. For these Reasons is this great work committed to the Son immediately to execute.
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If the Wise should have her loving Husband, who loveth her better than his own life, to judge her cause, what need shee fear but the matter will go well with her? what need the members fear the head? Let us comfort our selves with these words,
If the Wise should have her loving Husband, who loves her better than his own life, to judge her cause, what need she Fear but the matter will go well with her? what need the members Fear the head? Let us Comfort our selves with these words,
hee is their Judge against whom all their villanies have been committed, whose servants they have villanously intreated, whose kindness and peaceable conditions they have despised and refused.
he is their Judge against whom all their villainies have been committed, whose Servants they have villanously entreated, whose kindness and peaceable conditions they have despised and refused.
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Why should you any longer abuse his patience? why will you treasure up wrath for your selves against this day of wrath? why will you fit your selves as fewel for the fire of that day,
Why should you any longer abuse his patience? why will you treasure up wrath for your selves against this day of wrath? why will you fit your selves as fuel for the fire of that day,
Secondly, In the execution of this Office, two things must bee considered: 1 The persons upon whom, here said to bee the quick and the dead. 2 The manner of it.
Secondly, In the execution of this Office, two things must be considered: 1 The Persons upon whom, Here said to be the quick and the dead. 2 The manner of it.
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or quality soever they bee, even all that ever have received life from God, from the first man that ever lived upon earth, to the last that shall bee found living at the comming of Christ;
or quality soever they be, even all that ever have received life from God, from the First man that ever lived upon earth, to the last that shall be found living At the coming of christ;
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because the carnal and unbeleeving heart of man maketh more question how those who have been resolved into dust many thousand years ago, can bee quickened and raised to judgement,
Because the carnal and unbelieving heart of man makes more question how those who have been resolved into dust many thousand Years ago, can be quickened and raised to judgement,
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than those that shall bee found alive at that day: therefore is the Scripture very express in this particular, Rev. 20.12. I saw the dead both great and small stand before God, 2 Cor. 5.10. Wee shall all appear before the Judgement Seat of Christ.
than those that shall be found alive At that day: Therefore is the Scripture very express in this particular, Rev. 20.12. I saw the dead both great and small stand before God, 2 Cor. 5.10. we shall all appear before the Judgement Seat of christ.
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And that wee should not doubt of the certainty hereof, the Scripture condescendeth so farre to our weaknesse, as to shew us the means how this great work shall be brought about. As,
And that we should not doubt of the certainty hereof, the Scripture condescendeth so Far to our weakness, as to show us the means how this great work shall be brought about. As,
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1 By the mighty and powerful voyce of Christ, which whilest he was in his abasement, could call dead Lazarus out of his grave, Joh. 5.28. Those that are in the graves shall hear his voyce.
1 By the mighty and powerful voice of christ, which whilst he was in his abasement, could call dead Lazarus out of his grave, John 5.28. Those that Are in the graves shall hear his voice.
but they must also by the general Judgement receive in their bodies (which till that day are not absolved) according as they have done in the flesh. 3 They must be solemnly and publikely inaugurated and invested into the glory of their head;
but they must also by the general Judgement receive in their bodies (which till that day Are not absolved) according as they have done in the Flesh. 3 They must be solemnly and publicly inaugurated and invested into the glory of their head;
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and published. 3 In their own consciences the judgemen• of which fore-runneth the final Judgement. 4 By certain degrees of insensible plagues that are upon them,
and published. 3 In their own Consciences the judgemen• of which fore-runneth the final Judgement. 4 By certain Degrees of insensible plagues that Are upon them,
rather than to betake themselves to that Epicurean and profane practice of mocker•, who put farre from them this evil day, saying, Where is the promise of his comming? we see all things alike since the beginning: he makes but small haste.
rather than to betake themselves to that Epicurean and profane practice of mocker•, who put Far from them this evil day, saying, Where is the promise of his coming? we see all things alike since the beginning: he makes but small haste.
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And thus because judgement is not speedily executed, they resolve themselves on a most wicked course ▪ not knowing that as a snare it shall come upon them when they least look for it,
And thus Because judgement is not speedily executed, they resolve themselves on a most wicked course ▪ not knowing that as a snare it shall come upon them when they least look for it,
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Now followeth the manner of this Judgement, and that is comprehended in three things. 1 It shall bee glorious and powerful. 2 Just and righteous. 3 Strict, and accurate.
Now follows the manner of this Judgement, and that is comprehended in three things. 1 It shall be glorious and powerful. 2 Just and righteous. 3 Strict, and accurate.
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This a•pearance may be shadowed by the coming in of earthly Judges to hold Assizes through their Circuit, attended with the Honourable, Nobles, Justic•s, and Gentlemen of the Country:
This a•pearance may be shadowed by the coming in of earthly Judges to hold Assizes through their Circuit, attended with the Honourable, Nobles, Justic•s, and Gentlemen of the Country:
even so shall this great King of glory coming to require the obedience of his Laws, cloath himself with such a robe of glory as the brightest Sun shall not endure to behold:
even so shall this great King of glory coming to require the Obedience of his Laws, cloth himself with such a robe of glory as the Brightest Sun shall not endure to behold:
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And on the contrary, it serveth to strike the wicked and ungodly with terror and dread, seeing the Lord Jesus shall come from Heaven in such power and majesty,
And on the contrary, it serves to strike the wicked and ungodly with terror and dread, seeing the Lord jesus shall come from Heaven in such power and majesty,
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for the great day of the Lord, which is to all the wicked of the world a black day, a cloudy day, a dismal day, this day is come, and they cannot abide it.
for the great day of the Lord, which is to all the wicked of the world a black day, a cloudy day, a dismal day, this day is come, and they cannot abide it.
Secondly, this Judgement shall bee righteous, and according to the truth, Rom. 2.2. We know that the judgement of God is according to truth, Heb. 1.8. Thy throne, O God, is for ever, the scepter of thy Kingdom is a righteous scepter:
Secondly, this Judgement shall be righteous, and according to the truth, Rom. 2.2. We know that the judgement of God is according to truth, Hebrew 1.8. Thy throne, Oh God, is for ever, the sceptre of thy Kingdom is a righteous sceptre:
Thou lovest righteousnesse, and hatest iniquity. Hitherto is to bee referred that of Daniel, 7.9. who saith, that this Judge shall sit upon a great white throne;
Thou Lovest righteousness, and Hatest iniquity. Hitherto is to be referred that of daniel, 7.9. who Says, that this Judge shall fit upon a great white throne;
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alluding to the white Ivory throne of Salomon, but infinitely more glorious: the whitenesse betokenning the purity and righteousness both of the Judge, and the judgement:
alluding to the white Ivory throne of Solomon, but infinitely more glorious: the whiteness betokenning the purity and righteousness both of the Judge, and the judgement:
for the most part, causes, and sentences passe against them, and their light is darkned, their innocency by the might and malice of the wicked trodde• down:
for the most part, Causes, and sentences pass against them, and their Light is darkened, their innocency by the might and malice of the wicked trodde• down:
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as that wee must necessarily conclude hence this judgement day. Observe the rule, Eccl. 3.16. When thou seeest in the pla•e of judgement wickednesse, and iniquity in the place of justice think in thy he•rt;
as that we must necessarily conclude hence this judgement day. Observe the Rule, Ecclesiastes 3.16. When thou See in the pla•e of judgement wickedness, and iniquity in the place of Justice think in thy he•rt;
surely God will udge the just and the wicked: for there is a time for every purpose and work, and Chap. 5.7. If in a Countrey thou seest oppression of the p•or, and the defraud•ng of judgement and justice, bee not astonied at the matter:
surely God will judge the just and the wicked: for there is a time for every purpose and work, and Chap. 5.7. If in a Country thou See oppression of the p•or, and the defraud•ng of judgement and Justice, be not astonished At the matter:
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The same ground do the Ap•stles •ft•n lay, to raise this same exhortation unto patience in induring wrongs: as, Phil 4.5. Let your patient mind bee known unto all men:
The same ground do the Ap•stles •ft•n lay, to raise this same exhortation unto patience in enduring wrongs: as, Philip 4.5. Let your patient mind be known unto all men:
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and this time is the comming of the Lord, before which ti•e neither is the full recompense of righteousnesse given to the Saint•, not punishment rendred unto the wicked in the full measure of it.
and this time is the coming of the Lord, before which ti•e neither is the full recompense of righteousness given to the Saint•, not punishment rendered unto the wicked in the full measure of it.
3 This teacheth men carefully to look to all their works and waies, that they bee just and justifiable, such as will hold water (as wee say:) For there is a day of tryal,
3 This Teaches men carefully to look to all their works and ways, that they be just and justifiable, such as will hold water (as we say:) For there is a day of trial,
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when all those causes which they have by Mony, Friends, or wicked policy contrived and over-wayed in, shall be brought about again into a clear light,
when all those Causes which they have by Money, Friends, or wicked policy contrived and overweighed in, shall be brought about again into a clear Light,
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And think seriously with your selves, how those cause•, words, and actions, will abide the tryal of that day, which even for the present, can bring no sound comfort to the heart;
And think seriously with your selves, how those cause•, words, and actions, will abide the trial of that day, which even for the present, can bring no found Comfort to the heart;
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how much of many mens estates would give a loud witn•ss against their owners, but that men will not so long before hand trouble themselves with such thoughts? Well, look to thy self whosoever thou art.
how much of many men's estates would give a loud witn•ss against their owners, but that men will not so long before hand trouble themselves with such thoughts? Well, look to thy self whosoever thou art.
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Now to all such as mind hereafter to look into so main a business as this is, I will for the present commend onely one rule, whereby they may discern whe•her their actions will abide the tryal that abideth them, and that is this;
Now to all such as mind hereafter to look into so main a business as this is, I will for the present commend only one Rule, whereby they may discern whe•her their actions will abide the trial that Abideth them, and that is this;
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Thirdly, This judgement of Christ shall bee most strict and accurate, 1 In regard of the persons that shall bee judged, who shall bee inquired into and brought to give accounts of themselves, not onely generally, as men or Chri•tians;
Thirdly, This judgement of christ shall be most strict and accurate, 1 In regard of the Persons that shall be judged, who shall be inquired into and brought to give accounts of themselves, not only generally, as men or Chri•tians;
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publike persons must give account for themselves, and others that have been committed unto them: Magistrates for their People; Ministers for their Flocks;
public Persons must give account for themselves, and Others that have been committed unto them: Magistrates for their People; Ministers for their Flocks;
how they have acquitted themselves from communicating in other mens sins: and whether they have faithfully in their places denounced, and executed the judgements of God,
how they have acquitted themselves from communicating in other men's Sins: and whither they have faithfully in their places denounced, and executed the Judgments of God,
for the rule of the Law is general, and will take fast hold upon many a soul, that think it enough to look to themselves, that whosoever hindreth not that sin which hee can hinder by good means, comm•tteth it.
for the Rule of the Law is general, and will take fast hold upon many a soul, that think it enough to look to themselves, that whosoever hindereth not that since which he can hinder by good means, comm•tteth it.
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Bee now thine own Judge whether thou hast well looked to one ▪ when thou hast neglected to reform the disorders of such as God hath put under thy power.
be now thine own Judge whither thou hast well looked to one ▪ when thou hast neglected to reform the disorders of such as God hath put under thy power.
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Secondly, it shall bee strict in regard of the things, either received of us, or done by us. Account must bee made what goods of our Masters wee have received, both for the kinds and measure.
Secondly, it shall be strict in regard of the things, either received of us, or done by us. Account must be made what goods of our Masters we have received, both for the Kinds and measure.
how wee have Husbanded our opportunities ▪ and redeemed our times: how wee have imployed the gifts of our Minds, Understanding, Judgement, Wisdome, Learning, Memory:
how we have Husbanded our opportunities ▪ and redeemed our times: how we have employed the Gifts of our Minds, Understanding, Judgement, Wisdom, Learning, Memory:
or acceptable by the Gospel, the restorer of our Righteousness: Eccl. 12.14. God will bring every work into judgement, good or evil, open or secret:
or acceptable by the Gospel, the restorer of our Righteousness: Ecclesiastes 12.14. God will bring every work into judgement, good or evil, open or secret:
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Yea, hee hath not onely his own books of judgement in Heaven, but for more surenesse that nothing escape him, hee hath millions of books of record in earth, that shall all help forward his judgement,
Yea, he hath not only his own books of judgement in Heaven, but for more sureness that nothing escape him, he hath millions of books of record in earth, that shall all help forward his judgement,
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3 This judgement shall bee strict in regard of every mans words, Jude 15. In this judgement hee shall rebuke all the ungodly of all the cruel speakings which wicked sinners have spoken against him.
3 This judgement shall be strict in regard of every men words, U^de 15. In this judgement he shall rebuke all the ungodly of all the cruel speakings which wicked Sinners have spoken against him.
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and when the Apostle Paul would note the damnable estate of the Ephesians before they were called to the Faith, Eph. 2.3. hee setteth it forth in this, that they then followed the will and counsel of their own thoughts.
and when the Apostle Paul would note the damnable estate of the Ephesians before they were called to the Faith, Ephesians 2.3. he sets it forth in this, that they then followed the will and counsel of their own thoughts.
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and therefore hereby shall the Throne of his judgement bee advanced above all the tribunals in the World, in that the most secret thoughts and reasonings of mens hearts cannot escape him, which the highest seats of justice amongst men, can take no notice of at all.
and Therefore hereby shall the Throne of his judgement be advanced above all the tribunals in the World, in that the most secret thoughts and reasonings of men's hearts cannot escape him, which the highest seats of Justice among men, can take no notice of At all.
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now in a dead sleep, and scared up, shall bee awakened, and become as a thousand witnesses against thee, that if all other accusers should fail, thy self should not fail to do that office against thy self;
now in a dead sleep, and scared up, shall be awakened, and become as a thousand Witnesses against thee, that if all other accusers should fail, thy self should not fail to do that office against thy self;
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Be admonished then in time, whosoever thou art, to beware of all secret sins, as close cousenage, lying, uncleanness, whisperings, and all other cunningly-contrived wickedness:
Be admonished then in time, whosoever thou art, to beware of all secret Sins, as close cozenage, lying, uncleanness, whisperings, and all other cunningly-contrived wickedness:
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seeing there is a clear light into which they shall bee brought, and by which they shall be reproved. True it is, that open shame of the World restraineth many one from committing open and gross sins;
seeing there is a clear Light into which they shall be brought, and by which they shall be reproved. True it is, that open shame of the World restraineth many one from committing open and gross Sins;
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but the presence of the mighty God that standeth at his elbow, who seeth and recordeth his soul sin to bring it into judgement, moveth him never a whit.
but the presence of the mighty God that Stands At his elbow, who sees and recordeth his soul since to bring it into judgement, moves him never a whit.
Would a felon commit burglary, if he thought the Judge himself looked upon him? would Gehezi have run after Naaman, if hee had thought his Masters eye and spirit had run after him? would Ananias have lyed to the Apostles,
Would a felon commit burglary, if he Thought the Judge himself looked upon him? would Gehazi have run After Naaman, if he had Thought his Masters eye and Spirit had run After him? would Ananias have lied to the Apostles,
Hee that spendeth, and walleth his own, need care the less, because none can call him to reckoning why hee doth so? but hee that sitteth in another mans,
He that spendeth, and walleth his own, need care the less, Because none can call him to reckoning why he does so? but he that Sitteth in Another men,
But O thou unfaithful Servant, that hast thus wasted thy Masters goods ▪ how much hast thou given to the poor? how much to good uses, to works of mercy, to a settled Ministry, to help Joseph out of his affliction? oh no, here hee can set down little or nothing;
But O thou unfaithful Servant, that hast thus wasted thy Masters goods ▪ how much hast thou given to the poor? how much to good uses, to works of mercy, to a settled Ministry, to help Joseph out of his affliction? o no, Here he can Set down little or nothing;
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the Dogs are preferred before Lazarus by many a Dives, who if they timely look not better to their reckonings, must make the foot of their account to bee this;
the Dogs Are preferred before Lazarus by many a Dives, who if they timely look not better to their reckonings, must make the foot of their account to be this;
yea, to keep out, if it were possible, every vain, and wandring thought out of their mindes? shall not hee that breaketh the least commandement, bee the least in the Kingdome of Heaven, that is, have no place at all there? shall not all omissions and failings in duty bee set upon the heads of sinners, seeing the sentence shall run.
yea, to keep out, if it were possible, every vain, and wandering Thought out of their minds? shall not he that breaks the least Commandment, be the least in the Kingdom of Heaven, that is, have no place At all there? shall not all omissions and failings in duty be Set upon the Heads of Sinners, seeing the sentence shall run.
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In that yee did not these things, depart from mee yee •••sed? or shall wee thi•• that the least carelesnesse of men shall be justified in this judgem•nt,
In that ye did not these things, depart from me ye •••sed? or shall we thi•• that the least carelessness of men shall be justified in this judgem•nt,
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To what other end hath the word so expresly discovered this holy Doctrin, and enjoyned us to teach it in the Church, 1 Cor. 15. but that every man should lay it to heart,
To what other end hath the word so expressly discovered this holy Doctrine, and enjoined us to teach it in the Church, 1 Cor. 15. but that every man should lay it to heart,
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First, The godly are to comfort themselves with these words, seeing they hear of this day wherein they shall bee gainers, receiving their sentence of absolution:
First, The godly Are to Comfort themselves with these words, seeing they hear of this day wherein they shall be gainers, receiving their sentence of absolution:
for they shall be from henceforth ever with the Lord, and enjoy the sweet ••uit of that prayer which the Son of God in the daies of his flesh r•quested, and was heard in:
for they shall be from henceforth ever with the Lord, and enjoy the sweet ••uit of that prayer which the Son of God in the days of his Flesh r•quested, and was herd in:
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Why should not wee then lift up our heads in the exp•ctation and ardent desire of this day, which the very dumb creature 〈 ◊ 〉 for? Rom 8.19. Secondly Let every man labour to fit and addresse himself unto this judgem•nt, that h•• may •ee able to stand before the Son of Man:
Why should not we then lift up our Heads in the exp•ctation and Ardent desire of this day, which the very dumb creature 〈 ◊ 〉 for? Rom 8.19. Secondly Let every man labour to fit and address himself unto this judgem•nt, that h•• may •ee able to stand before the Son of Man:
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The 〈 ◊ 〉 i• •harged upon us by that precept, which commandeth us to bee like the Servant that waiteth for his Masters comming, and hath every thing i• a ••adin•ss, and that at all watches:
The 〈 ◊ 〉 i• •harged upon us by that precept, which commands us to be like the Servant that waits for his Masters coming, and hath every thing i• a ••adin•ss, and that At all watches:
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what manner of men ought wee to bee in all holy con•er•at•on? An• for the furthering of this care, two things must carefully be 〈 … 〉, which shut it quite out of the hearts of the most.
what manner of men ought we to be in all holy con•er•at•on? An• for the furthering of this care, two things must carefully be 〈 … 〉, which shut it quite out of the hearts of the most.
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which is a slumber of spirit, and sl••p•••ss of the s•ul, which hath bound up all faculties and powers of the 〈 … 〉 as ••ttle move o• stir in the actions and affairs of heavenly 〈 ◊ 〉 s•i••tual •se,
which is a slumber of Spirit, and sl••p•••ss of the s•ul, which hath bound up all faculties and Powers of the 〈 … 〉 as ••ttle move o• stir in the actions and affairs of heavenly 〈 ◊ 〉 s•i••tual •se,
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they crave but an hour on then Death-beds, and that they hope they shall have? In the mean time they are eaten up with dissolutenesse and profaneness, casting away sobriety and watchfulness,
they crave but an hour on then Deathbeds, and that they hope they shall have? In the mean time they Are eaten up with dissoluteness and profaneness, casting away sobriety and watchfulness,
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How doth it the••fore stand every man in hand, to awake from his sleep, and stand up from the dead? with wis• Virgins to prepare and trim the•• Lamps with oyl before hand,
How does it the••fore stand every man in hand, to awake from his sleep, and stand up from the dead? with wis• Virgins to prepare and trim the•• Lamps with oil before hand,
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and the number of them •ike the sand of the Sea-shoar, which is numb••l•s• ▪ Is it not a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God, whose wra•h and justice against the least sin, all Creatures in Heaven and earth 〈 ◊ 〉 stand und••, ••t be oppressed and shaken in peeces? Is not the night past,
and the number of them •ike the sand of the Seashore, which is numb••l•s• ▪ Is it not a fearful thing to fallen into the hands of the living God, whose wra•h and Justice against the least since, all Creatures in Heaven and earth 〈 ◊ 〉 stand und••, ••t be oppressed and shaken in Pieces? Is not the night past,
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and this s•d•a•• •oming, at least to thee in particular, may cut off all thy purposes f • it is just with God, that they who take not his time of rep•ntance, shall never attain to their own.
and this s•d•a•• •oming, At least to thee in particular, may Cut off all thy Purposes f • it is just with God, that they who take not his time of rep•ntance, shall never attain to their own.
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For if this day of Judgement, whether general, or particular to thy self, were to morrow, what were thy Gold, Silver, Plate, Jewels, worth to thee? they were all one with the stones in the street.
For if this day of Judgement, whither general, or particular to thy self, were to morrow, what were thy Gold, Silver, Plate, Jewels, worth to thee? they were all one with the stones in the street.
c•uldst thou goe on to lade thy Conscience with iniquity for so short a possession of vanishing profits? No, thou wouldst begin to husband thy time, which worldlinesse hath hitherto ingrossed:
c•uldst thou go on to lade thy Conscience with iniquity for so short a possession of vanishing profits? No, thou Wouldst begin to husband thy time, which worldliness hath hitherto ingrossed:
who feareth more, who sinneth lesse? who is it that smiteth his thigh, or saith, what have I done? Who forsaketh his wilful ignorance, his contempt of the Word, his abuse of Gods Servants, his Blasphemies, his pride, uncleannesse, unlawful games,
who fears more, who Sinneth less? who is it that smites his thigh, or Says, what have I done? Who Forsaketh his wilful ignorance, his contempt of the Word, his abuse of God's Servants, his Blasphemies, his pride, uncleanness, unlawful games,
some of the ancients have so acquainted and accustomed their hearts to this meditation, that one of them professeth of himself that wheresoever he was,
Some of the ancients have so acquainted and accustomed their hearts to this meditation, that one of them Professes of himself that wheresoever he was,
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that as a straight line will shew thee all thy crookednesse, and 〈 ◊ 〉 •hee in by such circumstances as whereby thou shalt not content thy s•• w•th a c•nfession in grosse, that thou art a sinner;
that as a straight line will show thee all thy crookedness, and 〈 ◊ 〉 •hee in by such Circumstances as whereby thou shalt not content thy s•• w•th a c•nfession in gross, that thou art a sinner;
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and at length they see there was no heavenly husbandry in all this. Thirdly, In confessing our sin, and pleading guilty, Prov. 20.13. this is the covenant, that whereas he that hideth his sin shall not prosper;
and At length they see there was no heavenly Husbandry in all this. Thirdly, In confessing our since, and pleading guilty, Curae 20.13. this is the Covenant, that whereas he that Hideth his since shall not prosper;
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he that confesseth shall finde mercy; Psal. 32.4. I said I will confesse mine iniquity, and thou forgavest me the punishment of my sin, Job 31.33. It is too neer joyned to our natures, to hide our sin with Adam, and conceal it in our bosome;
he that Confesses shall find mercy; Psalm 32.4. I said I will confess mine iniquity, and thou forgavest me the punishment of my since, Job 31.33. It is too near joined to our nature's, to hide our since with Adam, and conceal it in our bosom;
and again, I am the man: and again, I have done very foolishly, but these s•eep what have they d•ne? The penitent Thief thus judgeth himself, we are righteously here: To conclude this point, he was never truly humbled,
and again, I am the man: and again, I have done very foolishly, but these s•eep what have they d•ne? The penitent Thief thus Judgeth himself, we Are righteously Here: To conclude this point, he was never truly humbled,
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nor •ver aright judged himself, that is more ashamed to confesse, than to commit sin. Fourthly, After pleading guilty, in pleading for pardon, as for life and death:
nor •ver aright judged himself, that is more ashamed to confess, than to commit since. Fourthly, After pleading guilty, in pleading for pardon, as for life and death:
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or have not preferred the shining of Gods countenan•e upon them, above all the outward happinesse that the earth affordeth? Now in the seeking and suing for pardon,
or have not preferred the shining of God's countenan•e upon them, above all the outward happiness that the earth affords? Now in the seeking and suing for pardon,
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be more severe against thy self in the things wherein thou hast displeased thy God; watch diligently over those corruptions which have most foyled thee:
be more severe against thy self in the things wherein thou hast displeased thy God; watch diligently over those corruptions which have most foiled thee:
Where first may be asked, why doth the Apostle induce so many testimonies one in the ne•k of another? In the answer whereof we shall see, that none of them are needlesse or superfluous. For,
Where First may be asked, why does the Apostle induce so many testimonies one in the ne•k of Another? In the answer whereof we shall see, that none of them Are needless or superfluous. For,
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as appeareth in the Heathen, wh• still esteemed the preaching of Christ foolishnesse, 2 Corin. 2.23. and in the Athenians, who when they heard Paul preaching of the Judgement Day, and Christs Resurrection from the dead, they mocked him, Acts 17.32. The hardened Jews at this day, on whom the Wrath of God is 〈 ◊ 〉 me to the uttermost, doe the like:
as appears in the Heathen, wh• still esteemed the preaching of christ foolishness, 2 Corin. 2.23. and in the Athenians, who when they herd Paul preaching of the Judgement Day, and Christ Resurrection from the dead, they mocked him, Acts 17.32. The hardened jews At this day, on whom the Wrath of God is 〈 ◊ 〉 me to the uttermost, do the like:
and well it were for many, if professed Christians in the midst of such a light, made more reckoning of our painful preaching ▪ of Christ, who teach the same points, than some of the former:
and well it were for many, if professed Christians in the midst of such a Light, made more reckoning of our painful preaching ▪ of christ, who teach the same points, than Some of the former:
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which were they so slight matters as most account them, what need they be so enforced? We are therefore hence fitly enformed, both to make more high account of such great Mysteries, which the Spirit of God is so careful t• commend unto us,
which were they so slight matters as most account them, what need they be so Enforced? We Are Therefore hence fitly informed, both to make more high account of such great Mysteres, which the Spirit of God is so careful t• commend unto us,
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2 Because (although he was an Apostle) yet would he shew his care, that in all his Sermon he taught nothing of his own which the Prophets had not formerly taught.
2 Because (although he was an Apostle) yet would he show his care, that in all his Sermon he taught nothing of his own which the prophets had not formerly taught.
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of whom it is said, Luk. 24.27. that be began at Moses, and all the Prophets, and interpreted unto them in all the Scriptures, the things which were written of him:
of whom it is said, Luk. 24.27. that be began At Moses, and all the prophets, and interpreted unto them in all the Scriptures, the things which were written of him:
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and shall not weak men who cannot without error depart an hair breadth from them, be careful to contain all their doctrin within the limits of them? especially seeing nothing else bindeth the conscience of the hearer.
and shall not weak men who cannot without error depart an hair breadth from them, be careful to contain all their Doctrine within the Limits of them? especially seeing nothing Else binds the conscience of the hearer.
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yea, and the most blinded and wilful Jews at this day profess, that if wee can prove Christ the Messiah, from Moses and the Prophets, they will beleeve in him:
yea, and the most blinded and wilful jews At this day profess, that if we can prove christ the Messiah, from Moses and the prophets, they will believe in him:
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and then gather some observations from it. To begin with Moses, who by Christ his own confession writ of him, Joh. 5.46. In Genesis the first thing after the creation and fall is the main promise that the seed of the woman should break the Serpents head:
and then gather Some observations from it. To begin with Moses, who by christ his own Confessi writ of him, John 5.46. In Genesis the First thing After the creation and fallen is the main promise that the seed of the woman should break the Serpents head:
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Exodus setteth out Christ our Passeover: Leviticus in all those sacrifices pointeth out Christ our Sacrifice: Numbers setteth before our eyes, Christ our brasen Serpent, lifted up upon the Cross:
Exodus sets out christ our Passover: Leviticus in all those Sacrifices pointeth out christ our Sacrifice: Numbers sets before our eyes, christ our brazen Serpent, lifted up upon the Cross:
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Isay is called the Evangelical Prophet, than whom no Evangelist could more lively express his Person, his Doctrin, his Life, Death, Burial, Resurrection, and Ascension:
Saiah is called the Evangelical Prophet, than whom no Evangelist could more lively express his Person, his Doctrine, his Life, Death, Burial, Resurrection, and Ascension:
Jeremy plainly stileth him the Lord of Righteousnesse, Jer. 23. Ezekiel in all his dark shadows figureth out the government of Christ from point to point.
Jeremiah plainly styleth him the Lord of Righteousness, Jer. 23. Ezekielem in all his dark shadows Figured out the government of christ from point to point.
The small Prophets testify of him also with as joint consent. 1 Malachy mentioneth with him his forerunner John Baptist. 2 Micha describeth the place of his birth. Micah 5.2. And thou Bethlem of Ephrata art little among the thousands of Judah, yet out of thee shall hee come forth that shall be ruler in Israel;
The small prophets testify of him also with as joint consent. 1 Malachy mentioneth with him his forerunner John Baptist. 2 Micah Describeth the place of his birth. micah 5.2. And thou Bethlehem of Ephrata art little among the thousands of Judah, yet out of thee shall he come forth that shall be ruler in Israel;
whose goings forth have been from the beginning, and from everlasting. 3 Zachary nameth the place of his education, which was Nazaret, Zach. 6.12. There must hee grow that must build the Temple of the Lord.
whose goings forth have been from the beginning, and from everlasting. 3 Zachary names the place of his education, which was Nazareth, Zach 6.12. There must he grow that must built the Temple of the Lord.
4 Haggai prophecyeth of his comming into his Temple and purging it. 5 Nahum wisheth Judah to behold on the mountains the feet of him that declareth and publisheth peace, Nahum. 1.15. which tydings none can bring but through Jesus Christ the prince of peace. 6 Obadiah promiseth to Judah and Jerusalem such Saviours as should advance and set up the Kingdome of the Messiah, Obad. v. 21. and so the Kingdome shall bee the Lords:
4 Chaggai Prophesieth of his coming into his Temple and purging it. 5 Nahum wishes Judah to behold on the Mountains the feet of him that Declareth and Publisheth peace, Nahum. 1.15. which tidings none can bring but through jesus christ the Prince of peace. 6 Obadiah promises to Judah and Jerusalem such Saviors as should advance and Set up the Kingdom of the Messiah, Obadiah v. 21. and so the Kingdom shall be the lords:
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and the pouring out of his Spirit upon all flesh, Joel 2.28. 11 Amos of the calling of the Gentiles, a fruit of that ascension, which hee calleth the ••sing of the Tabernacle of David, Amos 9.11.
and the pouring out of his Spirit upon all Flesh, Joel 2.28. 11 Amos of the calling of the Gentiles, a fruit of that Ascension, which he calls the ••sing of the Tabernacle of David, Amos 9.11.
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And some of the Fathers were carried into some superstitions and errors, and so, not espying the mystery, helped up Antichrist, whom they intended to hold down.
And Some of the Father's were carried into Some superstitions and errors, and so, not espying the mystery, helped up Antichrist, whom they intended to hold down.
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4 If any Father or Fathers, shall by a common error, by word or writing, condemn any point of our doctrin without the authority of the Scriptures, we will willingly dissent;
4 If any Father or Father's, shall by a Common error, by word or writing, condemn any point of our Doctrine without the Authority of the Scriptures, we will willingly dissent;
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neither do wee give credence to any Doctrin, because the Fathers have taught it, but because that which they teach is founded in the writings of the Prophets and Apostles.
neither do we give credence to any Doctrine, Because the Father's have taught it, but Because that which they teach is founded in the writings of the prophets and Apostles.
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but to move the heart, and prepare the way to Faith, For it cannot bee that any spiritual grace, such as faith is, can bee wrought by any but super-natural means:
but to move the heart, and prepare the Way to Faith, For it cannot be that any spiritual grace, such as faith is, can be wrought by any but supernatural means:
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From this ground it followeth that the doctrin of the Church of Rome is wicked and derogatory to the Glory and Majesty of the Scriptures, in that they stifly after conviction avouch and maintain, that the authority of the Scriptures, depend upon the testimony of the Church, some of them blasphemously saying, that they have no more credit than Esops Fables,
From this ground it follows that the Doctrine of the Church of Room is wicked and derogatory to the Glory and Majesty of the Scriptures, in that they stiffly After conviction avouch and maintain, that the Authority of the Scriptures, depend upon the testimony of the Church, Some of them blasphemously saying, that they have no more credit than Esops Fables,
And if our Lord Jesus himself, whilest hee was yet in the flesh present with his Disciples, did for the confirmation of their Faith in his Doctrin, Life, Death,
And if our Lord jesus himself, whilst he was yet in the Flesh present with his Disciples, did for the confirmation of their Faith in his Doctrine, Life, Death,
how much more need have we now in his bodily absence, to read with diligence these same writings, to help us forward being so wavering and staggering in our faith,
how much more need have we now in his bodily absence, to read with diligence these same writings, to help us forward being so wavering and staggering in our faith,
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that is, do not onely procure these writings to your selves, nor onely read perfunctorily; but diligently and studiously search to finde out the chief scope and matter contained therein;
that is, do not only procure these writings to your selves, nor only read perfunctorily; but diligently and studiously search to find out the chief scope and matter contained therein;
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And why must wee thus search the Scriptures of the Prophets? himself rendereth the reason, the very ground of our exhortation; because they testify of mee.
And why must we thus search the Scriptures of the prophets? himself rendereth the reason, the very ground of our exhortation; Because they testify of me.
but when thou commest unto him, as the context sheweth, when by the quickening of thy faith and repentance, thou layest faster hold upon him for life everlasting.
but when thou Comest unto him, as the context shows, when by the quickening of thy faith and Repentance, thou layest faster hold upon him for life everlasting.
of whom wee may renew the woful complaint of Christ against the Jews, who when hee had exhotted them to search the Scriptures, presently addeth, But ye will not come to me that ye might have life, Joh. 5.40. The second point, is, The scope of all the Prophets witnesse:
of whom we may renew the woeful complaint of christ against the jews, who when he had exhotted them to search the Scriptures, presently adds, But you will not come to me that you might have life, John 5.40. The second point, is, The scope of all the prophets witness:
For although the Apostle might sooner have said, that whosoever beleeve in him, yet hee useth this phrase rather of beleeving in his Name, thereby secretly to refer us unto the word of the Prophets and Apostles which testify of no other name to bee saved by but onely the name of the Lord Jesus.
For although the Apostle might sooner have said, that whosoever believe in him, yet he uses this phrase rather of believing in his Name, thereby secretly to refer us unto the word of the prophets and Apostles which testify of no other name to be saved by but only the name of the Lord jesus.
First, What this Faith is, It is a supernatural gift whereby every beleever apprehendeth and applyeth unto himself Christ and all his merits unto salvation.
First, What this Faith is, It is a supernatural gift whereby every believer apprehendeth and Applieth unto himself christ and all his merits unto salvation.
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for to beleeve and receive Christ are all one, Joh. 1.13. 2 In applying to ones self Christ and his merits particularly, which is not only to know that Christ is God in himself,
for to believe and receive christ Are all one, John 1.13. 2 In applying to ones self christ and his merits particularly, which is not only to know that christ is God in himself,
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not onely confessing that Christ dyed for sinners (which the very Devils beleeve) but as Paul describeth the true Faith in the Son of God by the proper speech and voice of it, Gal. 2.20. Who dyed for mee, and gave himself for mee.
not only confessing that christ died for Sinners (which the very Devils believe) but as Paul Describeth the true Faith in the Son of God by the proper speech and voice of it, Gal. 2.20. Who died for me, and gave himself for me.
Further, the description restraining this grace to beleevers, giveth us to understand, that faith is not of all, 2 Thess. 3. nor so common as men take it to bee:
Further, the description restraining this grace to believers, gives us to understand, that faith is not of all, 2 Thess 3. nor so Common as men take it to be:
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The Evangelists and the Apostles also complain in their times how this prophecy was accomplished, notwithstanding they heard the blessed word of truth from the mouth of truth it self,
The Evangelists and the Apostles also complain in their times how this prophecy was accomplished, notwithstanding they herd the blessed word of truth from the Mouth of truth it self,
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besides, that the unfaithfulnesse of Teachers, and abundance of iniquity in all sorts of men provoketh the Lord to revenge with his fearful stroak of slownesse of heart to beleeve;
beside, that the unfaithfulness of Teachers, and abundance of iniquity in all sorts of men provokes the Lord to revenge with his fearful stroke of slowness of heart to believe;
4 The Scriptures not only deny true and saving faith to the reprobate, whose eyes the Lord blindeth, and whose hearts he hardneth, lest they should see and beleeve, Isa. 6.9. but impropriateth it to the elect, whence it is called the faith of the elect, Tit. 1.1. To them whom God hath predestinated to life:
4 The Scriptures not only deny true and Saving faith to the Reprobate, whose eyes the Lord blinds, and whose hearts he Hardeneth, lest they should see and believe, Isaiah 6.9. but impropriateth it to the elect, whence it is called the faith of the elect, Tit. 1.1. To them whom God hath predestinated to life:
for so many as were ordained to life everlasting, beleeved, Acts 13: 48. to the sheep of Christ, Joh. 10.16. But yee beleeve not, for yee are not of my sheep:
for so many as were ordained to life everlasting, believed, Acts 13: 48. to the sheep of christ, John 10.16. But ye believe not, for ye Are not of my sheep:
for the main end of all graces is the glory of God: and so Abraham by beleeving is said to give glory to God, Rom. 4.20. but the subordinate end of faith, is the salvation of the elect, and therefore is it called saving faith, Heb. 10.39. we are not they which with-draw our selves unto perdition, but we follow faith to the conservation of the soul, 1 Pet. 1.9. Receiving the end of your faith, even the salvation of your souls.
for the main end of all graces is the glory of God: and so Abraham by believing is said to give glory to God, Rom. 4.20. but the subordinate end of faith, is the salvation of the elect, and Therefore is it called Saving faith, Hebrew 10.39. we Are not they which withdraw our selves unto perdition, but we follow faith to the conservation of the soul, 1 Pet. 1.9. Receiving the end of your faith, even the salvation of your Souls.
as we have shewed out of Acts 13.48. 3 A seed of God perpetually preserved in the regenerate, who sin not because this seed of God remaineth in them, 1 Joh. 4.4. 4 It hath the promise of the Father, to be the victory that overcometh the world:
as we have showed out of Acts 13.48. 3 A seed of God perpetually preserved in the regenerate, who sin not Because this seed of God remains in them, 1 John 4.4. 4 It hath the promise of the Father, to be the victory that Overcometh the world:
the intercession of the Son of God, that it fail not, Luke 22.32. and the confirmation of the holy Spirit, who by it sealeth up, and giveth his earnest into the hearts of beleevers, 2 Cor. 1.22.
the Intercession of the Son of God, that it fail not, Lycia 22.32. and the confirmation of the holy Spirit, who by it Sealeth up, and gives his earnest into the hearts of believers, 2 Cor. 1.22.
so as unless the mighty power of the Father, Son, and holy Spirit upholding it, can bee shaken, it can never be by all the gates of Hell so shaken out of the heart,
so as unless the mighty power of the Father, Son, and holy Spirit upholding it, can be shaken, it can never be by all the gates of Hell so shaken out of the heart,
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nor suffereth men to be taught the true Doctrin of saving faith, because it utterly disclaimeth the very essential form of it, which is special application of Christ and his merits, with affiance and resting only on them unto salvation;
nor suffers men to be taught the true Doctrine of Saving faith, Because it utterly disclaimeth the very essential from of it, which is special application of christ and his merits, with affiance and resting only on them unto salvation;
that all the Articles of the Creed are the true grounds of Christian religion? and if you goe any further (excepting the thrusting in of general Councils and Traditions which every good Catholick must take in with the former) Popish faith leaveth you, and biddeth you farewell:
that all the Articles of the Creed Are the true grounds of Christian Religion? and if you go any further (excepting the thrusting in of general Councils and Traditions which every good Catholic must take in with the former) Popish faith Leaveth you, and bids you farewell:
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and even those things which are absolutely necessary to salvation to bee beleeved by saving faith (as that the Scriptures are Gods Word, that the Articles of faith comprised in the Creed of the Apostles are of undoubted truth) they embrace only by Historical faith;
and even those things which Are absolutely necessary to salvation to be believed by Saving faith (as that the Scriptures Are God's Word, that the Articles of faith comprised in the Creed of the Apostles Are of undoubted truth) they embrace only by Historical faith;
1 It is the first stone to be laid in the building of a Christian, and therefore called a substance and foundation, Heb. 11.1. and the Colossians are said to be rooted, and built, and stablished in the faith, Colos. 2.7. this is that rocky foundation which shall bear up the house against all winds and weathers.
1 It is the First stone to be laid in the building of a Christian, and Therefore called a substance and Foundation, Hebrew 11.1. and the colossians Are said to be rooted, and built, and established in the faith, Colos 2.7. this is that rocky Foundation which shall bear up the house against all winds and weathers.
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Hence is it, that often in the Scriptures we read it to bee the first Commandement given by Christ and his Apostles, to such as were desirous to know the way of life,
Hence is it, that often in the Scriptures we read it to be the First Commandment given by christ and his Apostles, to such as were desirous to know the Way of life,
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The Jews come to our Saviour, and ask him, what they might doe to work the works of God? and Christ beginning here, telleth them, that this is the work of God, that they beleeve in him whom he hath sent, Joh. 6.28, 29. And, 1 Joh. 3.23.
The jews come to our Saviour, and ask him, what they might do to work the works of God? and christ beginning Here, Telleth them, that this is the work of God, that they believe in him whom he hath sent, John 6.28, 29. And, 1 John 3.23.
In one word, faith is the very soul of all obedience, without which, the most fightly and glorious actions, be it of alms, prayer, preaching, hearing, worship,
In one word, faith is the very soul of all Obedience, without which, the most fightly and glorious actions, be it of alms, prayer, preaching, hearing, worship,
And though the Apostle say, that of Faith, Hope, and Love, Love is the chiefest, 1 Cor. 13. himself interpreteth it to be in respect of durance and continuance,
And though the Apostle say, that of Faith, Hope, and Love, Love is the chiefest, 1 Cor. 13. himself interpreteth it to be in respect of durance and Continuance,
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In temptations it goeth against sence and feeling, and resteth upon the naked promise: yea, when it can scarce apprehend any thing but wrath, it will uphold the heart,
In temptations it Goes against sense and feeling, and rests upon the naked promise: yea, when it can scarce apprehend any thing but wrath, it will uphold the heart,
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but it holdeth the mind heavenly in the midst of earthly business, and suffereth it not to love pleasures more than God, not to enjoy any comfort of the Creature above,
but it holds the mind heavenly in the midst of earthly business, and suffers it not to love pleasures more than God, not to enjoy any Comfort of the Creature above,
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as once it did Peter, Matth. 14.20. This is the only shield which quencheth all the fiery darts of the Devils Ephes. 6.16. and 1 Pet. 5.9. Your adversary the Devil goeth about like a roaring Lion, whom resist stedfast in the faith.
as once it did Peter, Matthew 14.20. This is the only shield which quenches all the fiery darts of the Devils Ephesians 6.16. and 1 Pet. 5.9. Your adversary the devil Goes about like a roaring lion, whom resist steadfast in the faith.
This is the victory also that overcometh the world, even our faith, 1 Joh. 5.4. This is the conquest over the lusts of our own flesh, 1 Thess. 5.8. Be sober, and put on the breast-pla•e of faith.
This is the victory also that Overcometh the world, even our faith, 1 John 5.4. This is the conquest over the Lustiest of our own Flesh, 1 Thess 5.8. Be Sobrium, and put on the breast-pla•e of faith.
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If to a good life, it must bee the life of faith, which the just must live by. If to the Church to joyn himself to that, he must himself be first of the houshold of faith, Gal. 6.10.
If to a good life, it must be the life of faith, which the just must live by. If to the Church to join himself to that, he must himself be First of the household of faith, Gal. 6.10.
As he could doe no great works in Capernaum, because of their unbelief, Mar. 6. only thy faith in the Son of God, is the beginning, and a•complishment of thy happiness.
As he could do no great works in Capernaum, Because of their unbelief, Mar. 6. only thy faith in the Son of God, is the beginning, and a•complishment of thy happiness.
whence it is that Christian joy is called, joy of faith, Philip. 1.25. and all the Sons of faithful Abraham tread in their Fathers steps, who saw the day of Christ and rejoyced, Joh. 8.56.
whence it is that Christian joy is called, joy of faith, Philip. 1.25. and all the Sons of faithful Abraham tread in their Father's steps, who saw the day of christ and rejoiced, John 8.56.
thus give a man once faith, and sin flieth before him, bands of temptations are discomfited, afflictions dismay him not, death and deadly things are disarmed unto him:
thus give a man once faith, and since flies before him, bans of temptations Are discomfited, afflictions dismay him not, death and deadly things Are disarmed unto him:
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yea, whilest he walketh in a thousand deaths, the faith of his heart hath filled his soule with that heavenly and spiritual joy which all the world cannot give, neither can it take away.
yea, whilst he walks in a thousand death's, the faith of his heart hath filled his soul with that heavenly and spiritual joy which all the world cannot give, neither can it take away.
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Lastly, By this worthy grace of Faith, wee are not onely brought into thee grace by which wee stand, receive increase of it through the communion of Christ his Death and Resurrection,
Lastly, By this worthy grace of Faith, we Are not only brought into thee grace by which we stand, receive increase of it through the communion of christ his Death and Resurrection,
for Faith assureth every beleever of his salvation, 2 Thess. 2.13. and every beleever is kept by the power of God through Faith unto salvation, which is prepared to be shewed in the last time, 1 Pet. 1.5.
for Faith assureth every believer of his salvation, 2 Thess 2.13. and every believer is kept by the power of God through Faith unto salvation, which is prepared to be showed in the last time, 1 Pet. 1.5.
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Thirdly, Seeing that this is so special a grace of God bestowed but on a few, it is worth inquiry, by what touch-stone a man may know the s•undness of his Faith,
Thirdly, Seeing that this is so special a grace of God bestowed but on a few, it is worth inquiry, by what touchstone a man may know the s•undness of his Faith,
and bee able to say with Paul, I live not henceforth, but Christ liveth in mee? and, I know whom I have beleeved? 2 Tim. 1.12. Which if any say Paul might know, being an Apostle, and having a Revelation, which ordinary men have not, the same Apostle answereth it, 1 Cor. 2.12.
and be able to say with Paul, I live not henceforth, but christ lives in me? and, I know whom I have believed? 2 Tim. 1.12. Which if any say Paul might know, being an Apostle, and having a Revelation, which ordinary men have not, the same Apostle Answers it, 1 Cor. 2.12.
but with Abraham riseth early to obey God, when if hee had reasoned with flesh and blood, hee could have excepted many things, which all the wisdome of flesh could never have answered.
but with Abraham Riseth early to obey God, when if he had reasoned with Flesh and blood, he could have excepted many things, which all the Wisdom of Flesh could never have answered.
This is that the Apostle ascribeth unto it, that it establi•heth the whole Law, Rom. 4.19. yea, the whole Word of God, the Law and Gospel, by provoking to cheerful indeavour in the obedience of them both.
This is that the Apostle ascribeth unto it, that it establi•heth the Whole Law, Rom. 4.19. yea, the Whole Word of God, the Law and Gospel, by provoking to cheerful endeavour in the Obedience of them both.
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and that himself is straightly bound to believe and embrace the same, and that hee hath a special part in the promise of grace and life by Christ, in which grace he resteth himself, daily growing up in the certainty and assurance of his salvation.
and that himself is straightly bound to believe and embrace the same, and that he hath a special part in the promise of grace and life by christ, in which grace he rests himself, daily growing up in the certainty and assurance of his salvation.
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2 A sound •oy of the heart, which the Apostle Peter calleth unspeakable, and glorious; breaking out into thankful praises, in that the Lord hath begun 〈 ◊ 〉 •iness, by making Christ his Wisdome, Righteousness, Sanctification, and 〈 ◊ 〉 •tion.
2 A found •oy of the heart, which the Apostle Peter calls unspeakable, and glorious; breaking out into thankful praises, in that the Lord hath begun 〈 ◊ 〉 •iness, by making christ his Wisdom, Righteousness, Sanctification, and 〈 ◊ 〉 •tion.
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but either with sorrow, of a formal and false joy (and what marveil is it, that those who have no better should set their hearts upon the worse) beleevers have preserved in them a willingness to leave this World,
but either with sorrow, of a formal and false joy (and what marvel is it, that those who have no better should Set their hearts upon the Worse) believers have preserved in them a willingness to leave this World,
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The fourth mark or note or true Faith, is taken from the infallible fruits, and effects of it, which are many, I will onely note four of the principal.
The fourth mark or note or true Faith, is taken from the infallible fruits, and effects of it, which Are many, I will only note four of the principal.
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This pure heart also guideth the words with wisdome, and maketh it his chief study how to preserve with faith, good conscience in every thing, Act. 24.16.
This pure heart also guideth the words with Wisdom, and makes it his chief study how to preserve with faith, good conscience in every thing, Act. 24.16.
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and much more to bee ever with the Lord, and to injoy the p•easures at his right hand for evermore, to bee at home with him, and sit down with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, yea, with Jesus Christ himself, should make us groan in our souls,
and much more to be ever with the Lord, and to enjoy the p•easures At his right hand for evermore, to be At home with him, and fit down with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, yea, with jesus christ himself, should make us groan in our Souls,
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and say with David, Oh, when shall I appear in this thy presence? The Spirit saith, Come, and the Spouse saith, Come. Even so, come Lord Jesus, come quickly.
and say with David, O, when shall I appear in this thy presence? The Spirit Says, Come, and the Spouse Says, Come. Even so, come Lord jesus, come quickly.
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The love of men by which Faith worketh, discovereth it self not onely in just dealing with them as wee would bee dealt by, which many civil men, indued onely with civil righteousnesse, have excelled in;
The love of men by which Faith works, Discovereth it self not only in just dealing with them as we would be dealt by, which many civil men, endued only with civil righteousness, have excelled in;
neither can any mans joy bee so full, unlesse hee with others rejoyce together. For it is not here as in earthly things, which the more they are communicated, the more are they diminished,
neither can any men joy be so full, unless he with Others rejoice together. For it is not Here as in earthly things, which the more they Are communicated, the more Are they diminished,
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for wee read not of any man that laid out his Tallent, but to increase? and as the light of the Sun is never a whit impaired by communicating it self to the whole world;
for we read not of any man that laid out his Talent, but to increase? and as the Light of the Sun is never a whit impaired by communicating it self to the Whole world;
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so is it in the light of the Sun of Righteousnesse much more ▪ and in the kindling of these heavenly sparkles, whose property is to diffuse themselves as fire,
so is it in the Light of the Sun of Righteousness much more ▪ and in the kindling of these heavenly sparkles, whose property is to diffuse themselves as fire,
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and the further they spread, the greater and brighter is the flame. 3 The third fruit or effect of Faith, is an undaunted confession of it: Rom. 10.10. With the heart wee beleeve to justification, and with the mouth we confesse to salvation.
and the further they spread, the greater and Brighter is the flame. 3 The third fruit or Effect of Faith, is an undaunted Confessi of it: Rom. 10.10. With the heart we believe to justification, and with the Mouth we confess to salvation.
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For where faith is in the heart, it will bee also in the mouth. The spirit of Faith, and the speech of Faith are undivided: as 2 Cor. 4.13. And because wee have the same spirit of Faith, according to that which was written:
For where faith is in the heart, it will be also in the Mouth. The Spirit of Faith, and the speech of Faith Are undivided: as 2 Cor. 4.13. And Because we have the same Spirit of Faith, according to that which was written:
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yea, much rejoycing in the heart, in the suffering for Christ and a good cause: Rom. 5.3. after the Apostle had laid down the justification of faith as a ground, hee saith, that wee then rejoyce in tribulation:
yea, much rejoicing in the heart, in the suffering for christ and a good cause: Rom. 5.3. After the Apostle had laid down the justification of faith as a ground, he Says, that we then rejoice in tribulation:
and that they did so indeed is plain, Act. 5.41. They departed from the Council, rejoycing that they were counted worthy to suffer rebuke for his name:
and that they did so indeed is plain, Act. 5.41. They departed from the Council, rejoicing that they were counted worthy to suffer rebuke for his name:
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1 Hee is much in hearing, reading, and meditating in the word, because he knoweth, faith commeth by hearing: and every thing is preserved and nourished by that whereof it is begotten.
1 He is much in hearing, reading, and meditating in the word, Because he Knoweth, faith comes by hearing: and every thing is preserved and nourished by that whereof it is begotten.
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3 Because hee seeth how without prayer, both his own, but especially Christs, his faith is as ready to fail as Peters was, Luk. 22.32. hee is much in prayer, and with the Father of the Childe, cryeth with tears often, Lord, I beleeve, help my unbeleef, Mark. 9.24. and with the Disciples, Lord increase our Faith, Luke 17.5.
3 Because he sees how without prayer, both his own, but especially Christ, his faith is as ready to fail as Peter's was, Luk. 22.32. he is much in prayer, and with the Father of the Child, Cries with tears often, Lord, I believe, help my unbelief, Mark. 9.24. and with the Disciples, Lord increase our Faith, Lycia 17.5.
and why is this else, but that they conceive not the Lord to bee all sufficient for them and theirs, Gen. 17.1. 4 Others there bee that challenge as sound a faith as any, but never prise such a pearl as it is:
and why is this Else, but that they conceive not the Lord to be all sufficient for them and theirs, Gen. 17.1. 4 Others there be that challenge as found a faith as any, but never prize such a pearl as it is:
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whereas they are ashamed of Christ before men, and cast themselves into the night with Nicodemus, as fearing lest if they should come to Christ by day, men would see them, whose praise they love above the praise of God:
whereas they Are ashamed of christ before men, and cast themselves into the night with Nicodemus, as fearing lest if they should come to christ by day, men would see them, whose praise they love above the praise of God:
Now what a faith is that which never careth to come to the end of it, that fain would still bee pitching upon earth, saying with Peter when hee wist not what hee said, It is good being here.
Now what a faith is that which never Careth to come to the end of it, that fain would still be pitching upon earth, saying with Peter when he wist not what he said, It is good being Here.
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how their hearts are purified, witnesse the uncleannesse, envie, drunkennesse, oathes, injustice, covetousnesse, contempt of the Ministery, prophanations of the Sabbaths of God in themselves and theirs:
how their hearts Are purified, witness the uncleanness, envy, Drunkenness, Oaths, injustice, covetousness, contempt of the Ministry, profanations of the Sabbaths of God in themselves and theirs:
and can no more beleeve than Thomas, who was absent when Christ came and sh•wed himself to the rest of the Disciples, Joh. 20.24. and that which they doe hear, they mingle not with faith, and so it becom•th unprofitable.
and can no more believe than Thomas, who was absent when christ Come and sh•wed himself to the rest of the Disciples, John 20.24. and that which they do hear, they mingle not with faith, and so it becom•th unprofitable.
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Now will these fruits stand with faith? or if they will not, is faith so common as men pretend? but I hope I have a little helped many a man to see by this application,
Now will these fruits stand with faith? or if they will not, is faith so Common as men pretend? but I hope I have a little helped many a man to see by this application,
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1 Both to shew the excellency of the grace in it self, in that it comprehendeth such an excellent object as Christ, Heaven, and happinesse, which are infinite;
1 Both to show the excellency of the grace in it self, in that it comprehendeth such an excellent Object as christ, Heaven, and happiness, which Are infinite;
and lost all his labour. 3 He hath disabled God from doing him good, who cannot save him that lieth in the state of infidelity. 4 Hee hath shut Heaven against himself, for without shall be unbeleevers:
and lost all his labour. 3 He hath disabled God from doing him good, who cannot save him that lies in the state of infidelity. 4 He hath shut Heaven against himself, for without shall be unbelievers:
and if infirmity of faith in Moses, the Servant of God, shut him out of Canaan; what shall the want of it in the wicked doe but shut them out of the heavenly Canaan, which is a r•st prepared only for the people of God.
and if infirmity of faith in Moses, the Servant of God, shut him out of Canaan; what shall the want of it in the wicked doe but shut them out of the heavenly Canaan, which is a r•st prepared only for the people of God.
Vse 3. This teacheth us, that seeing the Ministry of the Prophets, Apostles, Pastors, and Teachers, was instituted to this purpose, to beget and confirm men in the faith:
Use 3. This Teaches us, that seeing the Ministry of the prophets, Apostles, Pastors, and Teachers, was instituted to this purpose, to beget and confirm men in the faith:
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1 According to the increase of faith is the increase of all graces: as a man beleeveth, so he loveth, prayeth, and obeyeth, and so is loved, heard, and recompenced:
1 According to the increase of faith is the increase of all graces: as a man Believeth, so he loves, Prayeth, and Obeyeth, and so is loved, herd, and recompensed:
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and therefore the ••ll sayls wherewith Abraham was carried to the promise, are set before us, Rom. 4.5. Again, every measure of faith, if true, is acc•ptable to God, and maketh us so;
and Therefore the ••ll sails wherewith Abraham was carried to the promise, Are Set before us, Rom. 4.5. Again, every measure of faith, if true, is acc•ptable to God, and makes us so;
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but rise up in the degrees of it, that he may say as of that Woman, O man, great is thy faith: this will bear thee up in the waves of temptation and affliction:
but rise up in the Degrees of it, that he may say as of that Woman, Oh man, great is thy faith: this will bear thee up in the waves of temptation and affliction:
The former, when the Minister by authority from God, remitteth the sins of Beleevers, and repentant sinners, by publishing the grace of the Gospel, and applying it unto such.
The former, when the Minister by Authority from God, remitteth the Sins of Believers, and repentant Sinners, by publishing the grace of the Gospel, and applying it unto such.
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The latter, is of every private man, who hath also received a commandement of God to forgive the sins and offences which his brother hath committed against him:
The latter, is of every private man, who hath also received a Commandment of God to forgive the Sins and offences which his brother hath committed against him:
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but seek it for them of God, saving, Father forgive them: yea, and forgive us as wee forgive them, But this remission of sins is proper unto God, to whom it belonge•h to say, I will forgive.
but seek it for them of God, Saving, Father forgive them: yea, and forgive us as we forgive them, But this remission of Sins is proper unto God, to whom it belonge•h to say, I will forgive.
as also abuse and wrong the Creditor, whose right without his knowledge hee hath enchroached upon, 2 The Lord challengeth it as his prerogative, proclaiming himself, Exod. 34.6, 7. The Lord, the Lord, strong, merciful, gratious, slow to anger, abundant in goodnesse and truth, reserving mercy for thousands, forgiving iniquity, and transgression, and sin: and Esay 43.25. I, even I am hee that putteth away thine iniquity, for mine own sake, and will not remember thy sins.
as also abuse and wrong the Creditor, whose right without his knowledge he hath enchroached upon, 2 The Lord Challengeth it as his prerogative, proclaiming himself, Exod 34.6, 7. The Lord, the Lord, strong, merciful, gracious, slow to anger, abundant in Goodness and truth, reserving mercy for thousands, forgiving iniquity, and Transgression, and since: and Isaiah 43.25. I, even I am he that putteth away thine iniquity, for mine own sake, and will not Remember thy Sins.
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3 Our Saviour in his Prayer taught us to beg the forgiveness of our debts, onely from our Father which is in heaven. 4 The Church of God hath ever ascribed unto the Lord alone this honour of mercy, which is a part of his gl•ry which hee will not impart to any other, Micah 7.18.
3 Our Saviour in his Prayer taught us to beg the forgiveness of our debts, only from our Father which is in heaven. 4 The Church of God hath ever ascribed unto the Lord alone this honour of mercy, which is a part of his gl•ry which he will not impart to any other, micah 7.18.
Who is a God l•ke unto thee, that taketh away iniquity, and passeth by the transgression of the remnant of his heritage? hee retaineth not his wrath for eve•, because mercy pleaseth him: Psal. 130. ult.
Who is a God l•ke unto thee, that Takes away iniquity, and passes by the Transgression of the remnant of his heritage? he retaineth not his wrath for eve•, Because mercy Pleases him: Psalm 130. ult.
Hee will redeem Israel from all his iniquities. 5 The very Jews themselves accounted it an high blasphemy for any man to take upon him to remit sins, Luke •. 21.
He will Redeem Israel from all his iniquities. 5 The very jews themselves accounted it an high blasphemy for any man to take upon him to remit Sins, Luke •. 21.
whilest they challenge (though a subordinate) power properly to forgive sins, and do not content t emselves with the ministerial publishing in the name and authority of God alone,
whilst they challenge (though a subordinate) power properly to forgive Sins, and do not content tO emselves with the ministerial publishing in the name and Authority of God alone,
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and pronouncing forgivenesse to all repentant sinners, become open blasphemers against God, and not without an high wickednesse set themselves in the room of God.
and pronouncing forgiveness to all repentant Sinners, become open blasphemers against God, and not without an high wickedness Set themselves in the room of God.
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wherein God is compar•d to a Creditor, man to a debtor, the Law to the bill or bond which bindeth man to G•d, 1 to obedience, 2 in default of that to punishment;
wherein God is compar•d to a Creditor, man to a debtor, the Law to the bill or bound which binds man to G•d, 1 to Obedience, 2 in default of that to punishment;
neither of the principal, n•r the for•eiture ▪ the m•rcy of our •reditor steppe•h in, who himself procureth us a surety both able and w•lling to discharge our whole debt,
neither of the principal, n•r the for•eiture ▪ the m•rcy of our •reditor steppe•h in, who himself procureth us a surety both able and w•lling to discharge our Whole debt,
but covereth them, cast •h them all 〈 ◊ 〉 his back Isa. 38 17. and into the bott•me of the sea, M•. 7.9. as th••gs which he will never remember more.
but Covereth them, cast •h them all 〈 ◊ 〉 his back Isaiah 38 17. and into the bott•me of the sea, M•. 7.9. as th••gs which he will never Remember more.
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From th•s wee learn how to co•ceive that place and the li•e, where it is said, that the blood of J••us Christ cleans•th us from all sin, 1 Joh. 1. wherein not th• ••ti•n of remissi•n, wh ch is proper to the Deity is as•ribed to the bl•od of C•rist;
From th•s we Learn how to co•ceive that place and the li•e, where it is said, that the blood of J••us christ cleans•th us from all since, 1 John 1. wherein not th• ••ti•n of remissi•n, Where changed is proper to the Deity is as•ribed to the bl•od of C•rist;
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It will not stan• with the gl•ry of God ▪ wi h wh•m is plentiful redemption: It will not stand with the hon•ur of 〈 ◊ 〉 to work out with all his obedience,
It will not stan• with the gl•ry of God ▪ Wi h wh•m is plentiful redemption: It will not stand with the hon•ur of 〈 ◊ 〉 to work out with all his Obedience,
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for is it reason, that hee that oweth n thing to a man, should be forced to make a satisfaction where nothing is due? but where the debt is remitted, nothing is due nothing is •wing, the deb•or is freed, and th• whole obligation cancelled.
for is it reason, that he that owes n thing to a man, should be forced to make a satisfaction where nothing is due? but where the debt is remitted, nothing is due nothing is •wing, the deb•or is freed, and th• Whole obligation canceled.
and defended by all the Papists •t this day? to affirm, that only the fault of mortal sins is rem•tted by Christ but not the p•nishment or satisfaction;
and defended by all the Papists •t this day? to affirm, that only the fault of Mortal Sins is rem•tted by christ but not the p•nishment or satisfaction;
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Vpon this string hang their indulgences, pardons, masses, pilgrimages, and the whole body of their trumpery, devised to make a prey of the World a great part of which (being the cunningest theeves in all the world) they have by such craftie and fraudulent conveyances gotten into their hands.
Upon this string hang their Indulgences, Pardons, masses, Pilgrimages, and the Whole body of their trumpery, devised to make a prey of the World a great part of which (being the cunningest thieves in all the world) they have by such crafty and fraudulent conveyances got into their hands.
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And lest they should want all colour, they alledge the example of David, 2 Sam. 12.13. Whose sin the Lord put away, and yet the child born to him must surely dye:
And lest they should want all colour, they allege the Exampl of David, 2 Sam. 12.13. Whose since the Lord put away, and yet the child born to him must surely die:
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The former are alwaies remitted with the sin, not alwaies the latter: by the former, the Lord revengeth the si•s of men, by the latter, hee correcteth.
The former Are always remitted with the since, not always the latter: by the former, the Lord revenges the si•s of men, by the latter, he Correcteth.
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but are wholesomely dispensed and disposed by God to his dearest children for their good. Of this latter kind was the death of Davids child, not properly for his sin,
but Are wholesomely dispensed and disposed by God to his dearest children for their good. Of this latter kind was the death of Davids child, not properly for his since,
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Of this kinde was the sentence against Moses and Aaron, whose sin of not glorifying God at the waters of strife, Numb. 20.12. was pardoned, and yet they must not enter into the land of promise:
Of this kind was the sentence against Moses and Aaron, whose since of not glorifying God At the waters of strife, Numb. 20.12. was pardoned, and yet they must not enter into the land of promise:
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they were corrected with rodds of men (not punished in proper speech) both that others with themselves might bee more careful not to offend in the like kind,
they were corrected with rods of men (not punished in proper speech) both that Others with themselves might be more careful not to offend in the like kind,
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and yet the holy man prayeth, hee would forgive them as hee had done from Egypt till now. And what was it the Lord had said which Moses taketh hold on? namely, in verse 34. of that 32. of Exod. Go now, bring the people unto the place which I commanded thee,
and yet the holy man Prayeth, he would forgive them as he had done from Egypt till now. And what was it the Lord had said which Moses Takes hold on? namely, in verse 34. of that 32. of Exod Go now, bring the people unto the place which I commanded thee,
Further for the second objection, That death remaineth, though the sin be pardone; I Answer, it remaineth not as any satisfaction to the justice of God to beleevers;
Further for the second objection, That death remains, though the since be pardon; I Answer, it remains not as any satisfaction to the Justice of God to believers;
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So as it still abideth firm against all such detestable devises of Popery, that remission of sins carrieth with it the removal of all the guilt and punishment of sinne to such as have their parts in the same.
So as it still Abideth firm against all such detestable devises of Popery, that remission of Sins Carrieth with it the removal of all the guilt and punishment of sin to such as have their parts in the same.
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to remit the lesser and not the greater, what were wee the better? how could our salvation bee effected or perfected? how could grace bee every way grace? or do wee pray for remission of lesser,
to remit the lesser and not the greater, what were we the better? how could our salvation be effected or perfected? how could grace be every Way grace? or do we pray for remission of lesser,
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Shall a ma• frankly forgive a debt of thousands of pounds, and will he not forgive also to the same party a few pence? The Popish Church confidently avouch, that many sins need no remission;
Shall a ma• frankly forgive a debt of thousands of pounds, and will he not forgive also to the same party a few pence? The Popish Church confidently avouch, that many Sins need no remission;
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therefore are they not to bee punished with eternal, but only temporary punishment. These need not the blood of Christ, nor Grace, nor confession in particular, nor abs•lution,
Therefore Are they not to be punished with Eternal, but only temporary punishment. These need not the blood of christ, nor Grace, nor Confessi in particular, nor abs•lution,
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Oh horrible blasphemies, derogatory to the blood of Christ which purgeth us from all sin, and to the truth of the Scriptures which teach us that when wee had nothing to pay, our Master forgave us our whole debt, Matth. 18.32.
O horrible Blasphemies, derogatory to the blood of christ which Purgeth us from all since, and to the truth of the Scriptures which teach us that when we had nothing to pay, our Master forgave us our Whole debt, Matthew 18.32.
But I have followed them too far, were it not that the discovery of their impieties may bring some profit to su•h as are not so well acquainted or exer•ised in their writings.
But I have followed them too Far, were it not that the discovery of their impieties may bring Some profit to su•h as Are not so well acquainted or exer•ised in their writings.
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Now to receive this remission, is when a capable, that is, a contrite heart by Faith (which is an hand taking in) receiveth Christ and all his benefits (among which remission of sins is the chief) Preached and published in the Gospel.
Now to receive this remission, is when a capable, that is, a contrite heart by Faith (which is an hand taking in) receives christ and all his benefits (among which remission of Sins is the chief) Preached and published in the Gospel.
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In him alone is the matter of our salvation, seeing remission is obtained by his bloud, Ephes. 1.7. 2 Hee alone is God and man, both which natures are necessary to our Surety:
In him alone is the matter of our salvation, seeing remission is obtained by his blood, Ephesians 1.7. 2 He alone is God and man, both which nature's Are necessary to our Surety:
yet in it are included all the other gracious mercies of God: not only all deliverances, and freedom from the evils and punishments that attend upon sin,
yet in it Are included all the other gracious Mercies of God: not only all Deliverances, and freedom from the evils and punishments that attend upon since,
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I will stand a little longer upon it, hoping to spend my time well in setting down these five points. 1 The necessity of remission of sins. 2 The benefits of it. 3 The Letters of it. 4 The helpes to it. 5 The companions of it, by which as by so many notes we may know we have it:
I will stand a little longer upon it, hoping to spend my time well in setting down these five points. 1 The necessity of remission of Sins. 2 The benefits of it. 3 The Letters of it. 4 The helps to it. 5 The Sodales of it, by which as by so many notes we may know we have it:
First, the necessity of it will appear, if wee consider, 1 The multitude and abundance of our sins, which are to bee remitted, being for number as our hairs,
First, the necessity of it will appear, if we Consider, 1 The multitude and abundance of our Sins, which Are to be remitted, being for number as our hairs,
which cannot bee other, seeing we drink in sin as the Fish doth water, Job 15.16. that is, incessantly, for the Fish ceasing to drink in water, ceaseth to live;
which cannot be other, seeing we drink in since as the Fish does water, Job 15.16. that is, incessantly, for the Fish ceasing to drink in water, ceases to live;
Neither doth the whole heap of sin only make the sinner so miserable, but any one sin even the least unpardoned, would for ever hold the sinner under perdition.
Neither does the Whole heap of since only make the sinner so miserable, but any one since even the least unpardoned, would for ever hold the sinner under perdition.
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1 Peace of conscience, an immediat fruit of our justification by faith, and reconciliation with God, Rom. 5.1. Being justified by faith, we have peace with God:
1 Peace of conscience, an immediate fruit of our justification by faith, and reconciliation with God, Rom. 5.1. Being justified by faith, we have peace with God:
Whence it is that the Apostle, Rom. 4.7. being to prove the point of justification of a sinner before God, without the works of the Law, citeth the text, Psal. 32.1. Blessed are they whose iniquities are forgiven, and whose sins are covered.
Whence it is that the Apostle, Rom. 4.7. being to prove the point of justification of a sinner before God, without the works of the Law, citeth the text, Psalm 32.1. Blessed Are they whose iniquities Are forgiven, and whose Sins Are covered.
And further, If our whole redemption put us in possession of everlasting happinesse; so doth also remission of sin, seeing the Apostle in sundry places confoundeth these two,
And further, If our Whole redemption put us in possession of everlasting happiness; so does also remission of since, seeing the Apostle in sundry places confoundeth these two,
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and expoundeth one by the other, Ephes. 1.7. By whom we have redemption through his bloud, even the forgivenesse of our sins, Col. 1.14. In whom we have redemption through his bloud, that is, the forgivenesse of sins.
and expoundeth one by the other, Ephesians 1.7. By whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of our Sins, Col. 1.14. In whom we have redemption through his blood, that is, the forgiveness of Sins.
And it must needs follow, that if they who are justified, and sanctified, are also glorified, then they have attained the beginnings of their glory, who have attained remission of sins.
And it must needs follow, that if they who Are justified, and sanctified, Are also glorified, then they have attained the beginnings of their glory, who have attained remission of Sins.
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for hee prayeth not for the world, but those that are given him out of the world, Joh. 17.19. and this is no small benefit, seeing no part in the prayer of Christ, no part in his death:
for he Prayeth not for the world, but those that Are given him out of the world, John 17.19. and this is no small benefit, seeing no part in the prayer of christ, no part in his death:
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4 Consolation in affliction, strength in temptations, and assured comfort in life and death, are the sweet fruits arising from remission of sin. For,
4 Consolation in affliction, strength in temptations, and assured Comfort in life and death, Are the sweet fruits arising from remission of since. For,
to make us hate sin the more, to draw us nearer him in invocation and prayer, to force our affections out of this present world, to fray others from sin by our example, to conform us to the image of his Son,
to make us hate since the more, to draw us nearer him in invocation and prayer, to force our affections out of this present world, to fray Others from since by our Exampl, to conform us to the image of his Son,
and thence inferreth, that because the wages of every sin is death, and because he hath deserved eternal death, he must needs perish, he can expect no other.
and thence infers, that Because the wages of every since is death, and Because he hath deserved Eternal death, he must needs perish, he can expect no other.
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I continue not in my sinful estate, but am drawn out of the guiltinesse, the filthinesse, the service, the love and liking of my sins, through the grace wherein I stand:
I continue not in my sinful estate, but am drawn out of the guiltiness, the filthiness, the service, the love and liking of my Sins, through the grace wherein I stand:
though not by the person offending, yet in his pledge and surety Jesus Christ, who being just, dyed for the un•ust, that we might be the righteousnesse of God in him.
though not by the person offending, yet in his pledge and surety jesus christ, who being just, died for the un•ust, that we might be the righteousness of God in him.
And hence the justice of God is a matter of most comfort to the poor sinner, in that this righteousnesse cannot suffer him to demand satisfaction twice for one and the same sin;
And hence the Justice of God is a matter of most Comfort to the poor sinner, in that this righteousness cannot suffer him to demand satisfaction twice for one and the same since;
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That although the Law require proper and personal obedience, yet the Gospel translateth it to the person of ou• Surety, who being God and man, not only paid the whole debt,
That although the Law require proper and personal Obedience, yet the Gospel Translate it to the person of ou• Surety, who being God and man, not only paid the Whole debt,
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whence it is that his obedience is called the fulfilling of the Law for righteousnesse to every one that beleeveth, Rom. 10.4. and himself was made under the Law, that hee might redeem from it those that were under it, Gal. 4.4.
whence it is that his Obedience is called the fulfilling of the Law for righteousness to every one that Believeth, Rom. 10.4. and himself was made under the Law, that he might Redeem from it those that were under it, Gal. 4.4.
for the law of the spirit of life which was in Jesus Christ hath freed me (though not from all molestation and presence ▪ yet) from the Law, that is the service and slavery of sin and of death, vers. 2. But numbers (will he say) who make account to partake in the death and righteousnesse of Christ, are damned,
for the law of the Spirit of life which was in jesus christ hath freed me (though not from all molestation and presence ▪ yet) from the Law, that is the service and slavery of since and of death, vers. 2. But numbers (will he say) who make account to partake in the death and righteousness of christ, Are damned,
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and numbers have revolted and fallen away, and why maist not thou? to which the beleever will readily answer, that those that were thus plucked up, were never of the Fathers planting;
and numbers have revolted and fallen away, and why Mayest not thou? to which the believer will readily answer, that those that were thus plucked up, were never of the Father's planting;
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so as I am perswaded neither death nor life can separate me from his love, the work of whose spirit maketh me bold to call upon God as my tender Father;
so as I am persuaded neither death nor life can separate me from his love, the work of whose Spirit makes me bold to call upon God as my tender Father;
the goodnesse of Pauls conscience, was his comfort when hee stood at the barre, Acts 23.1. and 2 Cor. 1.12. This is our rejoycing, even the testimony of our conscience:
the Goodness of Paul's conscience, was his Comfort when he stood At the bar, Acts 23.1. and 2 Cor. 1.12. This is our rejoicing, even the testimony of our conscience:
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The third point propounded, is to consider of the Le•s which hinder men from seeking the assurance of the remission of their sins, which is indeed their true happinesse,
The third point propounded, is to Consider of the Le•s which hinder men from seeking the assurance of the remission of their Sins, which is indeed their true happiness,
and then, how is this one of the priviledges of the Church? 3 To beleeve in the name of Jesus Christ in particular for remission of sins, is his commandement, 1 Joh. 3.23.
and then, how is this one of the privileges of the Church? 3 To believe in the name of jesus christ in particular for remission of Sins, is his Commandment, 1 John 3.23.
and that they goe together, not only the speech of our Saviour formerly alleadged, but the prayer of the Father of the Child proveth, Lord, I beleeve, help my unbelief:
and that they go together, not only the speech of our Saviour formerly alleged, but the prayer of the Father of the Child Proves, Lord, I believe, help my unbelief:
Ans. Wee must not fear the mercy of God concerning salvation, but carry a reverent fear in regard of Gods judgements. 2 Wee are to fear in regard of our selves,
Ans. we must not Fear the mercy of God Concerning salvation, but carry a reverend Fear in regard of God's Judgments. 2 we Are to Fear in regard of our selves,
namely, their Reconciliation with God, and the things which serve to uphold and maintain the Christian life, whereby Christ should live in them, and they in him.
namely, their Reconciliation with God, and the things which serve to uphold and maintain the Christian life, whereby christ should live in them, and they in him.
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Yea, this is it which strongly forceth men to choose the profits and pleasures of this life, which altogether cross and hinder this chief and principal care of gaining the favour of God;
Yea, this is it which strongly forceth men to choose the profits and pleasures of this life, which altogether cross and hinder this chief and principal care of gaining the favour of God;
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Which if men would give themselves to bee ruled by, they would with the Saints of God in this comparison, account but meanly of the things in the highest account with earthly minded men.
Which if men would give themselves to be ruled by, they would with the Saints of God in this comparison, account but meanly of the things in the highest account with earthly minded men.
Holy David would rather bee a door-keeper where Gods face may shine upon him, than enjoy the honours and pleasures of the World in the Palaces of Princes without it.
Holy David would rather be a doorkeeper where God's face may shine upon him, than enjoy the honours and pleasures of the World in the Palaces of Princes without it.
Solomon himself, the wisest and wealthiest of all men, after good tryal, pronounced of all earthly indowments, abstracted from the fear and favour of God, that they were vanity and vexation of spirit:
Solomon himself, the Wisest and Wealthiest of all men, After good trial, pronounced of all earthly endowments, abstracted from the Fear and favour of God, that they were vanity and vexation of Spirit:
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Thus are the wise mans eyes in his head, and his heart is at his right hand, Eccl. 2. both for deliberating and executing of things most necessary to bee done;
Thus Are the wise men eyes in his head, and his heart is At his right hand, Ecclesiastes 2. both for deliberating and executing of things most necessary to be done;
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A Third and main Let, are frivolous and fleshly conceits which dead and quench any such motions as otherwise might provoke men to this care of remission of sins. As
A Third and main Let, Are frivolous and fleshly conceits which dead and quench any such motions as otherwise might provoke men to this care of remission of Sins. As
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which like the Sun, or the rain are generally disposed to the good and bad; and by which no man can know love or hatred, Eccl. 9. Again, Gods love goeth with Election, Justification, Sanctification, effectual Calling, Faith, Love, Hope, Patience, Repentance, Mortification.
which like the Sun, or the rain Are generally disposed to the good and bad; and by which no man can know love or hatred, Ecclesiastes 9. Again, God's love Goes with Election, Justification, Sanctification, effectual Calling, Faith, Love, Hope, Patience, Repentance, Mortification.
and all the Saints of God, who through many afflictions are passed into Heaven. 5 The way to avoid Crosses and Punishments is, to intend this one care of getting sin remitted.
and all the Saints of God, who through many afflictions Are passed into Heaven. 5 The Way to avoid Crosses and Punishments is, to intend this one care of getting since remitted.
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And for those (especially if they bee Ministers, who should most advance this care) but disgrace it as a needlesse vexation of the Spirit, let them know, that the Lord Jesus was of another minde, who pronounced blessednesse on those that mourn now, and promised that they should be comforted:
And for those (especially if they be Ministers, who should most advance this care) but disgrace it as a needless vexation of the Spirit, let them know, that the Lord jesus was of Another mind, who pronounced blessedness on those that mourn now, and promised that they should be comforted:
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and far are they from the guidance of that spirit who hath taught us, that of all Sacrifices none is comparable to that of a broken spirit and contrite heart which the Lord never dispiseth.
and Far Are they from the guidance of that Spirit who hath taught us, that of all Sacrifices none is comparable to that of a broken Spirit and contrite heart which the Lord never despiseth.
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IV. Now follow the helps to the obtaining of remission of sins. As, 1 Thou must become a member of the Church, Isa. 33.24. The people that dwell there shall have their sins forgiven: And Chap. 62.12. They shall call them the holy people, the redeemed of the Lord.
IV. Now follow the helps to the obtaining of remission of Sins. As, 1 Thou must become a member of the Church, Isaiah 33.24. The people that dwell there shall have their Sins forgiven: And Chap. 62.12. They shall call them the holy people, the redeemed of the Lord.
and the latter in regard of men, to exercise righteousnesse, both in word and deed. 2 Consider seriously of the nature of sin, how odious it is in it self,
and the latter in regard of men, to exercise righteousness, both in word and deed. 2 Consider seriously of the nature of since, how odious it is in it self,
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this will bring thee to the judging and accusing of thy self, to the confession and forsaking of thy sin, which is the high-way to finde mercy, Prov. 28.13. for the former.
this will bring thee to the judging and accusing of thy self, to the Confessi and forsaking of thy since, which is the highway to find mercy, Curae 28.13. for the former.
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1 The Ministery of the word, which in the right use of it is the Ministry of Reconciliation, in which the Lord offereth conditions of peace, remission of sins,
1 The Ministry of the word, which in the right use of it is the Ministry of Reconciliation, in which the Lord Offereth conditions of peace, remission of Sins,
and life everlasting, 2 As also of the holy Sacram nts which are the seals of rem ssion of sins to all beleevers, worthily receiving the same, Matth. 26.28. and 3 another special means is fervent prayer for pardon of sin above all things in the World.
and life everlasting, 2 As also of the holy Sacrament nts which Are the Seals of remembering ssion of Sins to all believers, worthily receiving the same, Matthew 26.28. and 3 Another special means is fervent prayer for pardon of since above all things in the World.
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Drowsy Protestants esteemeth slightly of pardon of sin, even as they do of sin it self, which they think easily blown off with a Lord of mercy. But the tender and distressed Conscience, that seeeth and combateth with the danger, sueth for pardon as one that would speed.
Drowsy Protestants esteems slightly of pardon of since, even as they do of since it self, which they think Easily blown off with a Lord of mercy. But the tender and distressed Conscience, that seeth and combateth with the danger, sues for pardon as one that would speed.
unlesse wee will say that the greatest blessedness that living man is capable of, can be given to him that sleepeth on both sides, that never thinketh of it,
unless we will say that the greatest blessedness that living man is capable of, can be given to him that Sleepeth on both sides, that never Thinketh of it,
Secondly, in watchfulnesse and fear of sin in time to come, according to our Saviours holy Counsel, Thou art now made whole, go thy way, and sin no more.
Secondly, in watchfulness and Fear of since in time to come, according to our Saviors holy Counsel, Thou art now made Whole, go thy Way, and sin no more.
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Thirdly, In daily purging and cleansing from known and secret corruptions: many are the places wherein the pardoning and purging of sins are joyned as inseparable: Jer. 33.8. I will cleanse all their iniquity, yea, I will pardon all their iniquities, whereby they have sinned against mee: 1 Joh. 1.9. If wee confess our sins, faithful is hee to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all our unrighteousnesse.
Thirdly, In daily purging and cleansing from known and secret corruptions: many Are the places wherein the pardoning and purging of Sins Are joined as inseparable: Jer. 33.8. I will cleanse all their iniquity, yea, I will pardon all their iniquities, whereby they have sinned against me: 1 John 1.9. If we confess our Sins, faithful is he to forgive us our Sins, and to cleanse us from all our unrighteousness.
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This was the summe of the Baptisme, that is, the doctrin which John preached, even amendment of life for the remission of sins, Mark 1.4. never hope for remission, unlesse thou hungrest after this grac• of Repentance:
This was the sum of the Baptism, that is, the Doctrine which John preached, even amendment of life for the remission of Sins, Mark 1.4. never hope for remission, unless thou hungrest After this grac• of Repentance:
for the Lord will not bee merciful to that man that blesseth himself in his sins, Deut. 29.19. but if the wicked return from his sins, he shall live, and not dye, Ezek. 18.21.
for the Lord will not be merciful to that man that Blesses himself in his Sins, Deuteronomy 29.19. but if the wicked return from his Sins, he shall live, and not die, Ezekiel 18.21.
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and never find his heart made glad in it? or is it possible that he that findeth the pearl, can go away without joy? The Eunuch being converted, went away rejoycing:
and never find his heart made glad in it? or is it possible that he that finds the pearl, can go away without joy? The Eunuch being converted, went away rejoicing:
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3 The Third is Love and Thankfulness to God, which are enforced by this excellent grace, Luke 7.47. The poor woman that stood weeping behind Christ loved much, because much was forgiven her: Psal. 116.1. I love the Lord, because hee hath heard my voice:
3 The Third is Love and Thankfulness to God, which Are Enforced by this excellent grace, Lycia 7.47. The poor woman that stood weeping behind christ loved much, Because much was forgiven her: Psalm 116.1. I love the Lord, Because he hath herd my voice:
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and wherein the Lord had thus gratiously dealt with him, the whole Psalm teacheth, especially, v. 8. Because thou hast delivered my soul from death, mine eyes from tears, my feet from falling.
and wherein the Lord had thus graciously dealt with him, the Whole Psalm Teaches, especially, v. 8. Because thou hast Delivered my soul from death, mine eyes from tears, my feet from falling.
how should the consideration of our spiritual deliverance from Sin, Death, and all hellish powers, blow up these Heavenly sparkles in us? And what can so liberal a love beget in a good heart,
how should the consideration of our spiritual deliverance from since, Death, and all hellish Powers, blow up these Heavenly sparkles in us? And what can so liberal a love beget in a good heart,
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but much thankfulness for apprehension of much mercy? how David in the sence of mercy reaching to the pardon of his sins, melteth into the praises of God, see Psal. 103.1, 2, 3. &c. And the Apostle Paul considering what a weight of corruption did still oppress him, whereof hee expected to bee fully eased, concludeth his comfort with thanks unto God in Jesus Christ, Rom. 7. 2•.
but much thankfulness for apprehension of much mercy? how David in the sense of mercy reaching to the pardon of his Sins, melts into the praises of God, see Psalm 103.1, 2, 3. etc. And the Apostle Paul considering what a weight of corruption did still oppress him, whereof he expected to be Fully eased, Concludeth his Comfort with thanks unto God in jesus christ, Rom. 7. 2•.
And remembring what a bloody persecutor, and an extream waster of the Church hee had been formerly, 1 Tim. 1.12. yea, what an Enemy unto God, what a blasphemer of his Name;
And remembering what a bloody persecutor, and an extreme waster of the Church he had been formerly, 1 Tim. 1.12. yea, what an Enemy unto God, what a blasphemer of his Name;
4 The fourth is a sound and sincere heart, hating and striving against all sin, even secret and small, as well as open and greater: David in Psal. 32.1. pronouncing him a blessed man whose iniquity is covered, and whose sin is pardoned:
4 The fourth is a found and sincere heart, hating and striving against all since, even secret and small, as well as open and greater: David in Psalm 32.1. pronouncing him a blessed man whose iniquity is covered, and whose since is pardoned:
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and to make thy wrongs against him as though they had never been, go then and do so to thy brother, otherwise the threatning will meet thee, Jam. 2.13. Judgement mercilesse to him that showeth no mercy.
and to make thy wrongs against him as though they had never been, go then and do so to thy brother, otherwise the threatening will meet thee, Jam. 2.13. Judgement merciless to him that Showeth no mercy.
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because neither the Papists, not yet the common and carnal Protestant yeeld con•ent unto it. The Papist, he beleeveth that many si•s are venial, and prop•rly no sins:
Because neither the Papists, not yet the Common and carnal Protestant yield con•ent unto it. The Papist, he Believeth that many si•s Are venial, and prop•rly no Sins:
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Hee h•l•eth also, that men redeem•• by Ch•is•, and having received the first grace of God, a•• ••w 〈 ◊ 〉 to m••it by their works, rem ssion of their sin•.
He h•l•eth also, that men redeem•• by Ch•is•, and having received the First grace of God, a•• ••w 〈 ◊ 〉 to m••it by their works, remembering ssion of their sin•.
All wh ch, wi•h m•ny 〈 … 〉 to th••, ar• most blasphemous Heresies agai•st th•• 〈 … 〉 A•ticle of free rem•ssion of sins through belief i• 〈 … 〉 S•n 〈 … 〉:
All Where changed, wi•h m•ny 〈 … 〉 to th••, ar• most blasphemous Heresies agai•st th•• 〈 … 〉 A•ticle of free rem•ssion of Sins through belief i• 〈 … 〉 S•n 〈 … 〉:
But the comm•n Protestant also 〈 … 〉 with simple def•nc•s against his sin, •he A•ams cover and ▪ arm• 〈 … 〉 •aves, which wi•• ••ar•e hold the sewing.
But the comm•n Protestant also 〈 … 〉 with simple def•nc•s against his since, •he A•ams cover and ▪ arm• 〈 … 〉 •aves, which wi•• ••ar•e hold the sewing.
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Others ••ve• ••osse a•d soul sins, su•• 〈 … 〉 of God, contempt of his W•rd, ••••nesse of heart, •atr•d •f 〈 … 〉 and all irreligion, with an outward civil life and an h•nest conversation as it seemeth to bee;
Others ••ve• ••osse a•d soul Sins, su•• 〈 … 〉 of God, contempt of his W•rd, ••••nesse of heart, •atr•d •f 〈 … 〉 and all irreligion, with an outward civil life and an h•nest Conversation as it seems to be;
But lam••table it is to 〈 ◊ 〉 the general care• sn•sse of men in a matt•• 〈 … 〉 and consequ•n•• as this is An• surely it will prov• t•• 〈 … 〉 the world, that whereas the whole lives of men are th•ug•t too 〈 ◊ 〉 and all their •ime t•o li••• to be eaten up in worldly cares, which br•ak their sleep, their strength,
But lam••table it is to 〈 ◊ 〉 the general care• sn•sse of men in a matt•• 〈 … 〉 and consequ•n•• as this is An• surely it will prov• t•• 〈 … 〉 the world, that whereas the Whole lives of men Are th•ug•t too 〈 ◊ 〉 and all their •ime t•o li••• to be eaten up in worldly Cares, which br•ak their sleep, their strength,
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See wee 〈 … 〉 h•w busy and • rnest m st men are in the infin•te incumbrances of the world whilest this one thing is the only thing neglected? May wee not observe how sure m•n devis• by learned counsel at their great charge, to make to themselves their Deed•, Leases, Bonds and other instruments and assurances of the things of this life, who in all their lives scarce ever dreamed of this assurance? Oh how wilfully herein doe men forsake their own mercy,
See we 〈 … 〉 h•w busy and • rnest m Saint men Are in the infin•te encumbrances of the world whilst this one thing is the only thing neglected? May we not observe how sure m•n devis• by learned counsel At their great charge, to make to themselves their Deed•, Leases, Bonds and other Instruments and assurances of the things of this life, who in all their lives scarce ever dreamed of this assurance? O how wilfully herein do men forsake their own mercy,
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Now we come to the second point propounded (which is the last of this worthy Sermon) namely, what is the condition of every one that hath attained this excellent grace of remission of sins:
Now we come to the second point propounded (which is the last of this worthy Sermon) namely, what is the condition of every one that hath attained this excellent grace of remission of Sins:
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and that is to bee a blessed and happy man: for such a one hath part in Christ, and with him of forgivenesse of sins; in which David, Psal. 32.1. placeth blessednesse. Quest.
and that is to be a blessed and happy man: for such a one hath part in christ, and with him of forgiveness of Sins; in which David, Psalm 32.1. places blessedness. Quest.
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and subject unto infinite afflictions, than whom no man is in this life more miserable, no sort of men more perplexed inwardly with sence of sin, none more outwardly disgraced for well-doing.
and Subject unto infinite afflictions, than whom no man is in this life more miserable, no sort of men more perplexed inwardly with sense of since, none more outwardly disgraced for welldoing.
when God brings the souls of the faithful to Heaven, and their bodies to the earth, safely to be kept until the last day. 3 The third in and after the Day of Judgement,
when God brings the Souls of the faithful to Heaven, and their bodies to the earth, safely to be kept until the last day. 3 The third in and After the Day of Judgement,
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but even for the present, whether wee respect his outward estate or inward. For his outward estate, Gods blessing never faileth him, but affordeth him all good things,
but even for the present, whither we respect his outward estate or inward. For his outward estate, God's blessing never Faileth him, but affords him all good things,
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and his little shall nourish him, and make him as well liking as the water and pulse did the Jewish children in Chaldea. The same providence which watcheth to supply all his good, keepeth him from all evil;
and his little shall nourish him, and make him as well liking as the water and pulse did the Jewish children in Chaldea. The same providence which watches to supply all his good, Keepeth him from all evil;
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it pitcheth the Angels round about him to guard his life; let him be persecuted, he is not forsaken; his losses become his gain; his sickness is his phisick;
it pitcheth the Angels round about him to guard his life; let him be persecuted, he is not forsaken; his losses become his gain; his sickness is his physic;
and so is discharged of an infinite debt, healed of a most deadly poyson, and pardoned from a fearful sentence of eternal death and perdition ready to bee executed upon him:
and so is discharged of an infinite debt, healed of a most deadly poison, and pardoned from a fearful sentence of Eternal death and perdition ready to be executed upon him:
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whence issue our peace, and joy of heart which is Heaven before heaven (for in these stand the Kingdome of God) and the comfort of a good conscience, which is a continual feast.
whence issue our peace, and joy of heart which is Heaven before heaven (for in these stand the Kingdom of God) and the Comfort of a good conscience, which is a continual feast.
Vse. 1 Wee are here admonished to open our eyes that wee may more clearly see and grow in love with the felicity of the Saints, which the most see not, because 1 It is inward;
Use. 1 we Are Here admonished to open our eyes that we may more clearly see and grow in love with the felicity of the Saints, which the most see not, Because 1 It is inward;
the glory of the Spouse is like her Head and Husbands glory, shee is all glorious within. 2 Because of their infirmities and frailties, which wicked eyes altogether gaze upon. 3 Because of their Afflictions wherewith they are continually exercised.
the glory of the Spouse is like her Head and Husbands glory, she is all glorious within. 2 Because of their infirmities and frailties, which wicked eyes altogether gaze upon. 3 Because of their Afflictions wherewith they Are continually exercised.
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yea, let us remember that the pure and holy Spirit of God is contented, notwithstanding much blackness, to take up his lodging in those hearts where hee findeth reigning sin dispossessed.
yea, let us Remember that the pure and holy Spirit of God is contented, notwithstanding much blackness, to take up his lodging in those hearts where he finds reigning since dispossessed.
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And surely were Christ on earth again, even this most innocent Lamb of God should not want accusers, wherein are so many of Cains constitution, who hate their brethren, because their works are good;
And surely were christ on earth again, even this most innocent Lamb of God should not want accusers, wherein Are so many of Cains constitution, who hate their brothers, Because their works Are good;
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and yet so malitious is the Devil in his instruments, as unless this smoaking flax also bee quenched, wee can see nor hear of any hope or treaty of peace:
and yet so malicious is the devil in his Instruments, as unless this smoking flax also be quenched, we can see nor hear of any hope or treaty of peace:
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and casting off all care of Civil Honesty, as well as godliness, hee may sit alone well enough, hee hath a great many Neighbours that care but a little for his company.
and casting off all care of Civil Honesty, as well as godliness, he may fit alone well enough, he hath a great many Neighbours that care but a little for his company.
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that was lost because it was in his own keeping, this is seated in the unchangeable favour of God, by whose mighty power thou shalt bee preserved to the full fruition of it.
that was lost Because it was in his own keeping, this is seated in the unchangeable favour of God, by whose mighty power thou shalt be preserved to the full fruition of it.
Get assurance of faith, to clasp the sure promise and word of God, and thou shalt possess in misery felicity, in sorrow joy, in trouble peace, in nothing all things,
Get assurance of faith, to clasp the sure promise and word of God, and thou shalt possess in misery felicity, in sorrow joy, in trouble peace, in nothing all things,
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Offence •s either, 1 against God, which he alone can for give. 2 Against publike peace, which belongeth to the law. Or 3 personal against our selves which must be to g•ven of us.
Offence •s either, 1 against God, which he alone can for give. 2 Against public peace, which belongeth to the law. Or 3 personal against our selves which must be to g•ven of us.
