Christian religion

Yes verily, even of things most subject to chance: for the lots are cast into the bosom,¹ yet the issue of them and their events hang upon God.

Yes verely, euen of things most subiect to chance: for the lots are cast into the bosome,¹ yet the issue of them and their euents hang vpon God.

1. 1Prou. 16.33.

What is the use of this doctrine?

VVhat is the vse of this doctrine?

First, to breed thankfulness to God in all things that come unto us according to our desire, not to sacrifice to our own nets,¹ or to stay our minds in the instruments thereof, without looking up: and this use the Apostle expressly noteth when he saith, to him be glory, &c. Secondly, to cause humility under the hand of God when they come otherwise. Thirdly, to work patience, as in the servants of God it hath: It is the Lord, let him do what pleaseth him.²

First, to breed thankfulnes to God in all things that come vnto vs according to our desire, not to sacrifice to our owne nets,