A30242:802
The Scripture directory for church-officers and people, or, A practical commentary upon the whole…
The Scripture directory for church-officers and people, or, A practical commentary upon the whole third chapter of the first Epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians to which is annexed The godly and the natural mans choice, upon Psal. 4, vers. 6, 7, 8 / by Anthony Burgess ...The Scripture directory for church-officers and people, or, A practical commentary upon the whole third chapter of the first Epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians to which is annexed The godly and the natural mans choice, upon Psal. 4, vers. 6, 7, 8 / by Anthony Burgesse ...
London: printed by Abraham Miller for T.U., 1659
Modern spelling is a reading aid: the words are the author’s, only the spelling is modernized. Original shows the page as printed, with the transcription marks.
1. When the glory of God is apparently concerned in their sufferings and debasement, when it is plain that reproach and dishonour will redound upon God himself; then it's no modesty or humility to hold their tongue. And the Reason is, they are Ambassadors and Messengers sent by God. Now, whatsoever reproach and scorn is cast upon them, redounds to him that sent them. And
1. When the glory of God is apparently concerned in their sufferings and debasement, when it is plain that reproach and dishonour will redound upon God himself; then it's no modesty or humility to hold their tongue. And the Reason is, they are Embassadours and Messengers sent by God. Now, whatsoever reproach and scorn is cast upon them, redounds to him that sent them. And
2. When there is an evident utility and profit for the people▪ Paul in many of his Epistles, speaks so much about himself, not that he regarded applause, or had any carnal designs; no, he could appeal to God, and had the testimony of his Conscience; but it was for the good of Believers, that they might not be seduced, or led aside in damnable ways. So that it is for your good, and not ours, if these things be spoken off.
2. When there is an evident utility and profit for the people▪ Paul in many of his Epistles, speaks so much about himself, not that he regarded applause, or had any carnal designes; no, he could appeal to God, and had the testimony of his Conscience; but it was for the good of Believers, that they might not be seduced, or led aside in damnable waies. So that it is for your good, and not ours, if these things be spoken off.