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A disquisition concerning ecclesiastical councils. Proving, that not only pastors, but brethren delegated by…
A disquisition concerning ecclesiastical councils. Proving, that not only pastors, but brethren delegated by the churches, have equally a right to a decisive vote in such assemblies. : To which is added, proposals concerning consociation of churches, agreed upon by a synod, which convened at Boston, in New-England. : With a preface, containing a further vindication of the Congregational discipline. / By Increase Mather. D.D. ; [Ten lines of quotations]
Boston: printed for N. Boone, 1716
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4. To seek and accept help from, and give help unto each other.
1. In Case of Divisions and Contentions, where the peace of any Church is disturbed. Acts 15. 2.
2. In matters of more than ordinary Importance, [Prov. 24.6. & 15.22] as Ordination, Translation, and Deposition of Elders, and such like, 2 Tim. 5.22
3. In doubtful and difficult Questions and Controversies, Doctrinal or Practical, that may arise, Ac•s 15. 2, 6.
3. In doubtful and difficul Questions and Controversies, Doctrinal or Practical, that may arise, Acs 15. 2, 6.