A double catechisme one more large, following the order of the common authorized catechisme, and an exposition thereof: now this second time published: the other shorter for the weaker sort: both set forth for the benefit of Christian friends and wel-willers. By Richard Bernard, Master of Arts, and preacher of Gods word at Worsop in Nottingham-shire.

Q. VVhat reasons haue you to persvvade your selfe, that this Scripture vvhich vve hold, is the true vvord of God, and none other?

A. First, from the pen-men, being many and most of them simple and plaine persons, who doe mutually consent, setting downe their own faults without partialitie. Secondly, from the matter, a∣boue naturall mens reach; of mans creation, resur∣rection, last iudgement, and of the Trinitie in vnitie, prophecies also fulfilled in all circumstan∣ces. Thirdly, from the manner of speaking, pe∣remptorily reproouing, or allowing, without sini∣ster respects. Fourthly, from the effect, binding conscience, conuerting men, to hate euen life it selfe, for Gods glorie. Fifthly, the miraculous preseruation thereof, with punishment of such, as seeke to ouerthrowe either it, or the professours

thereof. Lastly, that it ascribes all glorie to God, the maine end which it aymeth at.