For David after he had served his own generation after the will of God, fell asleep, &c. IN this Chapter Saint Paul doth demonstrate the Resurrection of our blessed Saviour by three several places of Scripture, foretold and now fulfilld.
For David After he had served his own generation After the will of God, fell asleep, etc. IN this Chapter Saint Paul does demonstrate the Resurrection of our blessed Saviour by three several places of Scripture, foretold and now fulfilled.
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And such doth the Apostle give us in the proof of this point. The first place he citeth Psalm 2.7. Thou art my son, this day have I begotten thee: The second, Isaiah 55.3. I will give you the sure mercies of David: The last, Psalm 16.11. Thou shalt not suffer thy holy one to see corruption.
And such does the Apostle give us in the proof of this point. The First place he citeth Psalm 2.7. Thou art my son, this day have I begotten thee: The second, Isaiah 55.3. I will give you the sure Mercies of David: The last, Psalm 16.11. Thou shalt not suffer thy holy one to see corruption.
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It is observable, that the same Text, Acts 2.31. is also alledged, expounded, applyed and pressed by Saint Paul to prove the Resurrection of Christs body uncorrupted.
It is observable, that the same Text, Acts 2.31. is also alleged, expounded, applied and pressed by Saint Paul to prove the Resurrection of Christ body uncorrupted.
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See here the holy Harmony betwixt the two Apostles. Though Peter and Paul had a short and sharp contest at Antioch, Galat. 2.11. where Paul withstood him to his face ;
See Here the holy Harmony betwixt the two Apostles. Though Peter and Paul had a short and sharp contest At Antioch, Galatians 2.11. where Paul withstood him to his face;
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Both of them shew first negatively, how it could not litterally be meant of David, (whose body was corrupted and his Sepulchre remained amongst them unto that day) and therefore positively must be meant mystically and prophetically of Christ.
Both of them show First negatively, how it could not literally be meant of David, (whose body was corrupted and his Sepulchre remained among them unto that day) and Therefore positively must be meant mystically and prophetically of christ.
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Some perchance may impute it to the shortness of the time he lay in his grave, being but a day and two pieces of a day, numero rotundo, though currente stilo they commonly be called and counted three daies.
some perchance may impute it to the shortness of the time he lay in his grave, being but a day and two Pieces of a day, numero rotundo, though current stilo they commonly be called and counted three days.
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for the time was long enough in that hot Countrey, to cause putrefaction, considering that our Saviours body was much bruised and broken with the whips, nails,
for the time was long enough in that hight Country, to cause putrefaction, considering that our Saviors body was much Bruised and broken with the whips, nails,
Others perchance put the untaintedness of his body upon the account of the great quantity of Myrrh and Aloes (about an hundred pound weight) and other precious spices, wherewith Ioseph and Nicodemus, Iohn 19.39. imbalmed it.
Others perchance put the untaintedness of his body upon the account of the great quantity of Myrrh and Aloes (about an hundred pound weight) and other precious spices, wherewith Ioseph and Nicodemus, John 19.39. imbalmed it.
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for all the spices of Arabia cannot secure a corpse from putrifying, though they may preserve it that such putrifaction shall not be noysom to others in the ill savour thereof, not keeping it from corrupting, but from offending.
for all the spices of Arabia cannot secure a corpse from Putrifying, though they may preserve it that such putrefaction shall not be noisome to Others in the ill savour thereof, not keeping it from corrupting, but from offending.
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The true reason is this, Though Christs soul was parted from his body, (and where disposed of, God only knows, during his remainder in the grave) yet the union with the Deity was never dissolved, which priviledged his corpse from corruption.
The true reason is this, Though Christ soul was parted from his body, (and where disposed of, God only knows, during his remainder in the grave) yet the Union with the Deity was never dissolved, which privileged his corpse from corruption.
So that had it been possible (which was impossible, as is inconsistent with Gods promise and pleasure) for his corpse to have lien in the grave till this instant, they had been perpetuated in an intire estate,
So that had it been possible (which was impossible, as is inconsistent with God's promise and pleasure) for his corpse to have lain in the grave till this instant, they had been perpetuated in an entire estate,
1. What a generation is. 2. What it is to serve ones generation. 3. How David served his own generation. 4. How we after his example are to serve ours.
1. What a generation is. 2. What it is to serve ones generation. 3. How David served his own generation. 4. How we After his Exampl Are to serve ours.
for seven years, under or over, sooner or later, breaketh no squares herein, but that the said persons are reducible to the same generation. Thus, Mat. 1.17. All the Generations from Abraham to David, are fourteen Generations: and from David ▪ untill the carrying away into Babylon, are fourteen Generations: & from the carrying away into Babylon unto Christ, are fourteen Generations.
for seven Years, under or over, sooner or later, breaks no squares herein, but that the said Persons Are reducible to the same generation. Thus, Mathew 1.17. All the Generations from Abraham to David, Are fourteen Generations: and from David ▪ until the carrying away into Babylon, Are fourteen Generations: & from the carrying away into Babylon unto christ, Are fourteen Generations.
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so admirable the Longevitie of those before the Flood, compared to our short lives, since God for our sins hath contracted the cloth of our life to three score and ten years, and all is but a course List which is more then that measure, Psalm 90.10.
so admirable the Longevity of those before the Flood, compared to our short lives, since God for our Sins hath contracted the cloth of our life to three score and ten Years, and all is but a course List which is more then that measure, Psalm 90.10.
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God therefore of his goodness doth so order it, that rather then any empty Interval should happen betwixt them, one Generation should fold and lap over another.
God Therefore of his Goodness does so order it, that rather then any empty Interval should happen betwixt them, one Generation should fold and lap over Another.
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These three degrees were most visibly conspicuous in the Levites, which till five and twenty years of age, were learning Levites, thence till fifty, acting Levites, (as being then in the strength of their age) imployed in the portage of the Tabernacle,
These three Degrees were most visibly conspicuous in the Levites, which till five and twenty Years of age, were learning Levites, thence till fifty, acting Levites, (as being then in the strength of their age) employed in the portage of the Tabernacle,
To serve it, is to discharge our conscience according to Gods will in his word, to our superiours, equals, inferiours, all persons to whom we stand related in our generation.
To serve it, is to discharge our conscience according to God's will in his word, to our superiors, equals, inferiors, all Persons to whom we stand related in our generation.
And he brought them before the King of Moab, and they dwelt with him all the while that David was in the hold. The case was thus, David foresaw that the tempest of Sauls fury would fall full heavy on his Fathers family;
And he brought them before the King of Moab, and they dwelled with him all the while that David was in the hold. The case was thus, David foresaw that the tempest of Saul's fury would fallen full heavy on his Father's family;
Secondly he served his generation as a very loving Brother, witness the dangerous visit (which at his Fathers command) he gave his Brethren in the Camp, (when Goliah was in the field) victualling them with all necessary provision, on the same token that he received nothing for his pains save a jeer from Eliab his eldest brother. 1 Sam. 17.28.
Secondly he served his generation as a very loving Brother, witness the dangerous visit (which At his Father's command) he gave his Brothers in the Camp, (when Goliath was in the field) victualling them with all necessary provision, on the same token that he received nothing for his pains save a jeer from Eliab his eldest brother. 1 Sam. 17.28.
nor dare I flatly condemn it, God conniving thereat in the antient Patriarchs. However David cannot be charged with want of love amongst his store of wives.
nor Dare I flatly condemn it, God conniving thereat in the ancient Patriarchs. However David cannot be charged with want of love among his store of wives.
mocking him for dancing before the Ark. But was there not a cause, when through the sides of David she struck at all true devotion? and smartness on such occasion is zeal,
mocking him for dancing before the Ark But was there not a cause, when through the sides of David she struck At all true devotion? and smartness on such occasion is zeal,
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he faulty, it was in the excess, being over-indulgent to Absolom and Adonjah, whom he never took to task nor called to account, (1 Kings 1.6.) Why have you done so? (and seeing he would not use the rod on them, God therefore used them as a rod on him) such cockering we confess is a catching disease amongst us parents;
he faulty, it was in the excess, being over-indulgent to Absalom and Adonijah, whom he never took to task nor called to account, (1 Kings 1.6.) Why have you done so? (and seeing he would not use the rod on them, God Therefore used them as a rod on him) such cockering we confess is a catching disease among us Parents;
witness the exchange of hearts as well as cloathes, which passed betwixt him and Ionathan: yea David made a tripartite expression of his affection. 1. He loved Ionathan in his life, 2. Lamented him at, 3. Shewed mercy to him, after his death, 2 Sam. 9.3. in restoring Mephiboseth to all his lands, and making him Fellow-Commoner at his own Table;
witness the exchange of hearts as well as clothes, which passed betwixt him and Ionathan: yea David made a tripartite expression of his affection. 1. He loved Ionathan in his life, 2. Lamented him At, 3. Showed mercy to him, After his death, 2 Sam. 9.3. in restoring Mephibosheth to all his Lands, and making him Fellow-Commoner At his own Table;
Once when he had Saul in the Cave, 1 Sam. 24.5. and his heart smot him for being over-bold with Gods annointed, though he did but cut off a skirt of his Garment. Again, 1 Sam. 26.12. when he found Saul asleeping, and (if so disposed) might have left him a sleeping, till the sound of the last Trumpet should summon him to awake.
Once when he had Saul in the Cave, 1 Sam. 24.5. and his heart smote him for being overbold with God's anointed, though he did but Cut off a skirt of his Garment. Again, 1 Sam. 26.12. when he found Saul asleeping, and (if so disposed) might have left him a sleeping, till the found of the last Trumpet should summon him to awake.
I confess his son Absolom taxed him with neglect of the affairs of State, 2 Sam. 15.3. that no man was deputed by him to hear the causes and redress the grievances of his oppressed subjects.
I confess his son Absalom taxed him with neglect of the affairs of State, 2 Sam. 15.3. that no man was deputed by him to hear the Causes and redress the grievances of his oppressed subject's.
and we should be no less injurious to our own judgements then to Davids innocence, in giving credit to a proud ambitious son, against an holy and humble Father.
and we should be no less injurious to our own Judgments then to Davids innocence, in giving credit to a proud ambitious son, against an holy and humble Father.
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Objection. But you wittingly, and willingly, and wilfully, will some say, have suppressed and concealed a necessary truth, because tending to Davids disparagement. Saint Paul saith, Titus 3.3. that some men serve divers lusts and pleasures, and so did David himself.
Objection. But you wittingly, and willingly, and wilfully, will Some say, have suppressed and concealed a necessary truth, Because tending to Davids disparagement. Saint Paul Says, Titus 3.3. that Some men serve diverse Lustiest and pleasures, and so did David himself.
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Partly to teach us not to trust in our selves, lest we fall into sin; partly to comfort us, that after sin committed, pardon is obtainable on our unfeigned repentance.
Partly to teach us not to trust in our selves, lest we fallen into since; partly to Comfort us, that After since committed, pardon is obtainable on our unfeigned Repentance.
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Thus Lot (notwithstanding the soul fact of Incest committed by him) is called a righteous man, 2 Pet. 2.8. Men opprobriously taint and term people by the obliquity of one irregular act, which with uncharitable tongues is enough to ecclipse yea extinguish the credit of all other graces in him;
Thus Lot (notwithstanding the soul fact of Incest committed by him) is called a righteous man, 2 Pet. 2.8. Men opprobriously taint and term people by the obliquity of one irregular act, which with uncharitable tongues is enough to eclipse yea extinguish the credit of all other graces in him;
Here lieth interred the Corpse of him who when living, was a dutiful Son, a loving Brother, a kind Husband, a tender Father, a faithfull Friend, a loyall Subjct, a provident Soveraign, a gracious Saint;
Here lies interred the Corpse of him who when living, was a dutiful Son, a loving Brother, a kind Husband, a tender Father, a faithful Friend, a loyal Subjct, a provident Sovereign, a gracious Saint;
or to set difference betwixt Gods Word (as once the Disciples fell out amongst themselves which should be the greatest) which is the most heavenly part thereof;
or to Set difference betwixt God's Word (as once the Disciples fell out among themselves which should be the greatest) which is the most heavenly part thereof;
The Rabins have a fond conceit, that Manna did relish in the mouthes of men as the Eaters thereof did fancy to themselves, having the Gust of flesh, fish or fowl, roast, boyl'd,
The Rabins have a found conceit, that Manna did relish in the mouths of men as the Eaters thereof did fancy to themselves, having the Gust of Flesh, Fish or fowl, roast, boiled,
or bak'd, as the eater thereof did wish or desire: I call this a fond conceit, as contrary to an express in Scripture, Exodus 16.31. wherein the taste thereof is confined to wafers made with honey.
or baked, as the eater thereof did wish or desire: I call this a found conceit, as contrary to an express in Scripture, Exodus 16.31. wherein the taste thereof is confined to wafers made with honey.
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Thirdly the superstitious man, who immureth himself in a Cloyster, crying his life up for an high piece of holiness, burying both his parts and person therein.
Thirdly the superstitious man, who immureth himself in a Cloister, crying his life up for an high piece of holiness, burying both his parts and person therein.
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Others there are, who are so far from serving their Generation, That they dis-serve it, and do much mischief thereunto, either by their bad writings or vicious example.
Others there Are, who Are so Far from serving their Generation, That they disserve it, and do much mischief thereunto, either by their bad writings or vicious Exampl.
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Bad writings, either scurrilous against modesty, or scandalous against charity, or blasphemous against piety, as either in maintaining erroneous opinions, or defending vicious practises;
Bad writings, either scurrilous against modesty, or scandalous against charity, or blasphemous against piety, as either in maintaining erroneous opinions, or defending vicious practises;
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and more conformable to the proportion of Faith) that before we die, our sins may be buried in Christs grave, pardoned and forgiven unto us, especially that we leave not behind us ill examples for the poysoning and perverting of such as shall survive us.
and more conformable to the proportion of Faith) that before we die, our Sins may be buried in Christ grave, pardoned and forgiven unto us, especially that we leave not behind us ill Examples for the poisoning and perverting of such as shall survive us.
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so is it sadly true of many who are dead and rotten, that they still lye, curse, swear, here on earth, occasioning the same in others by their wicked patterns and practises they have left behind them.
so is it sadly true of many who Are dead and rotten, that they still lie, curse, swear, Here on earth, occasioning the same in Others by their wicked patterns and practises they have left behind them.
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David (say they) had some comforr in, and credit by serving his Generation, having for his Time-fellows so many Worthies in all professions. Worthy Priests, Abimelech, Abiathar, Zadock ;
David (say they) had Some comforr in, and credit by serving his Generation, having for his Time fellows so many Worthies in all professions. Worthy Priests, Abimelech, Abiathar, Zadok;
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worthy Prophets, Nathan, Gad, &c. Whereas I live in such a Generation, that all the bad Epethite, in the Old and New Testament may truly be applyed thereunto.
worthy prophets, Nathan, Gad, etc. Whereas I live in such a Generation, that all the bad Epitaph, in the Old and New Testament may truly be applied thereunto.
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A stubborn generation, a froward generation, Psalm 78.8. A rebellious generation, a generation that set not their heart aright, and whose spirit is not stedfast with God.
A stubborn generation, a froward generation, Psalm 78.8. A rebellious generation, a generation that Set not their heart aright, and whose Spirit is not steadfast with God.
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Some will say, (further to improve this Objection) O that I had been born some years after the persecution in the Reign of Queen Mary, that so my threescore and ten years, the age of man, might have run parallel with the prosperous times of Queen Elizabeth, King Iames, and King Charls ;
some will say, (further to improve this Objection) Oh that I had been born Some Years After the persecution in the Reign of Queen Marry, that so my threescore and ten Years, the age of man, might have run parallel with the prosperous times of Queen Elizabeth, King James, and King Charls;
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whereas now I have no list, and less comfort to do it, being condemned to live in so wicked an age, made up of the dregs of time, the badness whereof is more dangerous then difficult to describe,
whereas now I have no list, and less Comfort to do it, being condemned to live in so wicked an age, made up of the dregs of time, the badness whereof is more dangerous then difficult to describe,
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First, grant the Objector speaketh very much of truth herein, yet if the times be so bad as he complaineth, their badness will serve for a foyl to set off his goodness,
First, grant the Objector speaks very much of truth herein, yet if the times be so bad as he Complaineth, their badness will serve for a foil to Set off his Goodness,
and render it the more conspicuous, making him, Philip. 2.15. to shine the brighter as a light in the world in the midst of a crooked and perverse Nation.
and render it the more conspicuous, making him, Philip. 2.15. to shine the Brighter as a Light in the world in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation.
The Objection speaks the state of thy soul to be much like the temper of the Scribes and Pharisees, Mat. 23.30. If we (say they) had been in the daies of our Fathers, we would not have been partakers with the blood of the Prophets.
The Objection speaks the state of thy soul to be much like the temper of the Scribes and Pharisees, Mathew 23.30. If we (say they) had been in the days of our Father's, we would not have been partakers with the blood of the prophets.
and it is vehemently to be suspected, that if thou beest bad now, thou wouldst not have been good, had the time of thy Nativity answered thine own desire.
and it is vehemently to be suspected, that if thou Best bade now, thou Wouldst not have been good, had the time of thy Nativity answered thine own desire.
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but thy own generation, wherein Divine Providence hath been pleased to place thee: Saint Paul saith, Ephesians 5.22. Wives submit your selves unto your own husbands.
but thy own generation, wherein Divine Providence hath been pleased to place thee: Saint Paul Says, Ephesians 5.22. Wives submit your selves unto your own Husbands.
so others offend in the excess, not being only servants, but slaves and vassals to the age they live in, prostituting their consciences to do any thing (how unjust soever) to be a Favourite to the Times:
so Others offend in the excess, not being only Servants, but slaves and vassals to the age they live in, prostituting their Consciences to do any thing (how unjust soever) to be a Favourite to the Times:
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Surely a cautious concealment is lawful, and wary silence is commendable in perilous times. Amos 5.13. It is an evil time, therefore the wise shall hold their peace.
Surely a cautious concealment is lawful, and wary silence is commendable in perilous times. Amos 5.13. It is an evil time, Therefore the wise shall hold their peace.
And I confess that a prudential compliance in Religion in things indifferent, is justifiable, as also in all civil concernments, wherein the conscience is not violated:
And I confess that a prudential compliance in Religion in things indifferent, is justifiable, as also in all civil concernments, wherein the conscience is not violated:
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and God only is to be obeyed. There is some difference in reading the precept, Rom. 12.11. occasioned from the similitude of the words in the original, (though utterly unlike in our English tongue) some reading it serving the Lord, others serving the time.
and God only is to be obeyed. There is Some difference in reading the precept, Rom. 12.11. occasioned from the similitude of the words in the original, (though utterly unlike in our English tongue) Some reading it serving the Lord, Others serving the time.
I will not dispute which in the Greek is the truer Copie, but do observe that Davids precedent in my Text, is a perfect expedient, to demonstrate that both Lections may and ought to be reconciled in our practise:
I will not dispute which in the Greek is the truer Copy, but do observe that Davids precedent in my Text, is a perfect expedient, to demonstrate that both Lections may and ought to be reconciled in our practice:
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By Brethren, those of his own standing and seniority in the world (probably forty years old or thereabouts) and therefore he saluted such with a familiar Appellation as a badge of equality.
By Brothers, those of his own standing and seniority in the world (probably forty Years old or thereabouts) and Therefore he saluted such with a familiar Appellation as a badge of equality.
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I begin with you men, which are of the Generation rising, it being bootless for me to address my self to children not arrived at their understanding, concerning whom I turn my preaching to them into praying for them,
I begin with you men, which Are of the Generation rising, it being bootless for me to address my self to children not arrived At their understanding, Concerning whom I turn my preaching to them into praying for them,
It is your bounden duty to omit no opportunity to inform your selves both in Learning and Religion, from those that living with you are of more age and experience,
It is your bounden duty to omit no opportunity to inform your selves both in Learning and Religion, from those that living with you Are of more age and experience,
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and they will willingly resign their room unto you, in earnest whereof those superannated Bazzilbaes do contentedly surrender the lawfull pleasures of this life, 2 Sam. 20.37.
and they will willingly resign their room unto you, in earnest whereof those superannated Basilica doe contentedly surrender the lawful pleasures of this life, 2 Sam. 20.37.
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and are now entered into the Autumn of our life, give me leave to bespeak you with becoming boldness, familiarity beseeming those of the same form together;
and Are now entered into the Autumn of our life, give me leave to bespeak you with becoming boldness, familiarity beseeming those of the same from together;
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there is a new Generation come upon, let us therefore think of going off the Stage, endeavouring so to Act our parts, that we may come off, not so much with applause from man, as approbation from God.
there is a new Generation come upon, let us Therefore think of going off the Stage, endeavouring so to Act our parts, that we may come off, not so much with applause from man, as approbation from God.
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O let us leave Gods house as tenantable as we found it, let it not be said, that we willingly let the fair Fabrick of Faith and good Life to run to ruine in our,
O let us leave God's house as tenantable as we found it, let it not be said, that we willingly let the fair Fabric of Faith and good Life to run to ruin in our,
Is it I Lord? saith the second generation, lasting all the Reign of Queen Elizabeth to the middle of King Iames. That also will be cleared as publickly preserving the purity of true Doctrine in the thirty nine Articles.
Is it I Lord? Says the second generation, lasting all the Reign of Queen Elizabeth to the middle of King James That also will be cleared as publicly preserving the purity of true Doctrine in the thirty nine Articles.
What a shame shall it be, if when our Age shall ask with Iudas, is it I? we shall be returned, thou hast said it. Yours is the Age that hath betrayed my Truth to Errour, Unity to Faction, Piety to Prophaness;
What a shame shall it be, if when our Age shall ask with Iudas, is it I? we shall be returned, thou hast said it. Yours is the Age that hath betrayed my Truth to Error, Unity to Faction, Piety to Profaneness;
I must conclude with you Reverend Fathers, whom my loyalty cannot pass by without doing my due Homage to the Crown of your Age, especially if it be found in the way of truth.
I must conclude with you Reverend Father's, whom my loyalty cannot pass by without doing my due Homage to the Crown of your Age, especially if it be found in the Way of truth.
not only the Van or Front, and also the main body and battle of your Army are marched to their graves (and their souls I hope to heaven) whilest Divine Providence for reasons best known to himself, hath reserved you to bring up (as I may say) the very rear of the rear of your generation.
not only the Van or Front, and also the main body and battle of your Army Are marched to their graves (and their Souls I hope to heaven) whilst Divine Providence for Reasons best known to himself, hath reserved you to bring up (as I may say) the very rear of the rear of your generation.
and so on a suddain make a skie of sparks? of which sparks some instantly expire, others continue a pretty time and then go out, others last a little longer,
and so on a sudden make a sky of sparks? of which sparks Some instantly expire, Others continue a pretty time and then go out, Others last a little longer,
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This may seem a strange stride, save that it abateth the wonder, because Angels when pleased to assume bodies, may extend themselves to a vast (though finite) proportion.
This may seem a strange stride, save that it abateth the wonder, Because Angels when pleased to assume bodies, may extend themselves to a vast (though finite) proportion.
In a word, whatever our Age be, rising, shining or setting, Men, Brethren or Fathers, let us endeavour with David in my Text, according to the will of God to serve our own Generation.
In a word, whatever our Age be, rising, shining or setting, Men, Brothers or Father's, let us endeavour with David in my Text, according to the will of God to serve our own Generation.
He was a dutifull Son unto his aged Mother, as she cannot but confess, and will I hope (as occasion is offered) remember and reward it to his wife and children.
He was a dutiful Son unto his aged Mother, as she cannot but confess, and will I hope (as occasion is offered) Remember and reward it to his wife and children.
and she to survive him, yea after to marry again, (as God forbid any should be debarred marrying in the Lord, especially for their own and childrens advantage) yet still she would do good unto him all the daies of her life.
and she to survive him, yea After to marry again, (as God forbid any should be debarred marrying in the Lord, especially for their own and Children's advantage) yet still she would do good unto him all the days of her life.
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He was a tender Father and faithfull Friend, witness the many volunteer mourners, (an unusuall proportion for a person of his quality) who at their own charge have habited themselves, that the outward sadness of their cloathes might express the inward sorrow of their hearts:
He was a tender Father and faithful Friend, witness the many volunteer mourners, (an unusual proportion for a person of his quality) who At their own charge have habited themselves, that the outward sadness of their clothes might express the inward sorrow of their hearts:
Lastly and chiefly, he was a good Saint, having more piety then he shewed, and as daily he consumed in his body, he was strengthened in his soul in Faith through Christ, whereof he gave many testimonies before, towards, and at his death.
Lastly and chiefly, he was a good Saint, having more piety then he showed, and as daily he consumed in his body, he was strengthened in his soul in Faith through christ, whereof he gave many testimonies before, towards, and At his death.
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