The interest of divine providence in the government of the world a sermon preached at Guild-Hall-Chappel, before the right honourable the Lord Mayor and aldermen of the city of London, Febr. xi. 1682 / by J. Goodman ...
A SERMON PREACHED Before the Right Honourable THE Lord MAYOR and ALDERMEN Of the CITY of LONDON. PSALM XCVii. Verse 1. The Lord reigneth, let the Earth rejoice;
A SERMON PREACHED Before the Right Honourable THE Lord MAYOR and ALDERMEN Of the CITY of LONDON. PSALM XCVii. Verse 1. The Lord Reigneth, let the Earth rejoice;
WHether this Psalm was penned by Moses upon occasion of the Victory obtained over Sihon King of Heshbon, as the first Omen of Israel 's success in the conquest of the promised Land? (as the Jewish writers think) Or,
Whither this Psalm was penned by Moses upon occasion of the Victory obtained over Sihon King of Heshbon, as the First Omen of Israel is success in the conquest of the promised Land? (as the Jewish writers think) Or,
Whether it was composed by David upon the recovery of his Throne and Kingdom, when the conspiracy of Absolom was defeated? (as the Greek Interpreters seem to intimate) Or lastly,
Whither it was composed by David upon the recovery of his Throne and Kingdom, when the Conspiracy of Absalom was defeated? (as the Greek Interpreters seem to intimate) Or lastly,
Whether the same David indited it, upon the huge inlargement of his Dominions, by the addition of all those bordering Countries, his Conquest whereof we have recorded 1 Chron. 18. (as seems most probable.)
Whither the same David Indited it, upon the huge enlargement of his Dominions, by the addition of all those bordering Countries, his Conquest whereof we have recorded 1 Chronicles 18. (as seems most probable.)
And like as at the inauguration of some virtuous and brave Prince, or especially upon some glorious specimen or instance of his Wisdom and Prowess in the conduct of Affairs, it is usual for the people to make mighty shouts and acclamations:
And like as At the inauguration of Some virtuous and brave Prince, or especially upon Some glorious specimen or instance of his Wisdom and Prowess in the conduct of Affairs, it is usual for the people to make mighty shouts and acclamations:
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So here is the shout of a King in my Text, and all the World is summoned to celebrate the glories of this great Monarch Jehovah. The Lord reigneth, let the Earth rejoice;
So Here is the shout of a King in my Text, and all the World is summoned to celebrate the Glories of this great Monarch Jehovah. The Lord Reigneth, let the Earth rejoice;
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The Doctrine of a Providence (and especially such an one as the Text speaks of) being the only consideration able to allay our Passions, to abate our Fears, to remove our Jealousies, to cure our Melancholies,
The Doctrine of a Providence (and especially such an one as the Text speaks of) being the only consideration able to allay our Passion, to abate our Fears, to remove our Jealousies, to cure our Melancholies,
I cannot imagine that any one that hears me should phansie this expression to give countenance to a Fifth Monarchy (as they call it) as if such an interest in the Government of the World was hereby asserted to the Divine Majesty,
I cannot imagine that any one that hears me should fancy this expression to give countenance to a Fifth Monarchy (as they call it) as if such an Interest in the Government of the World was hereby asserted to the Divine Majesty,
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and so being subordinate cannot be repugnant to him: (Besides this I say) it is evident that David, who (I suppose) indited this Psalm, reigned at this time as a Temporal Prince,
and so being subordinate cannot be repugnant to him: (Beside this I say) it is evident that David, who (I suppose) Indited this Psalm, reigned At this time as a Temporal Prince,
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And as little can I suspect that any should be so unreasonable, as to think that the supposition of a Divine Providence should supersede and discharge the use and efficacy of second causes,
And as little can I suspect that any should be so unreasonable, as to think that the supposition of a Divine Providence should supersede and discharge the use and efficacy of second Causes,
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This is that which was darkly and figuratively, but elegantly exprest by the Prophet Ezekiel in his first Chapter, where the course of second causes is compared to the Wheels of a Chariot, which run on in a Road with a mighty cariere;
This is that which was darkly and figuratively, but elegantly expressed by the Prophet Ezekielem in his First Chapter, where the course of second Causes is compared to the Wheels of a Chariot, which run on in a Road with a mighty career;
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2. Which is to make plain and demonstrative proof of this assertion, that so we may discover a just foundation for that joy and triumph which the Text calls for upon that occasion;
2. Which is to make plain and demonstrative proof of this assertion, that so we may discover a just Foundation for that joy and triumph which the Text calls for upon that occasion;
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Secondly, My second Argument shall be from the Spirit of Prophecy, or from all those Predictions of things to come, which have been verified in real effects in any age of the World.
Secondly, My second Argument shall be from the Spirit of Prophecy, or from all those Predictions of things to come, which have been verified in real effects in any age of the World.
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For it is evident, that he who certainly foretells what is to come, must see through all the series of causes that tend to the production of such an effect,
For it is evident, that he who Certainly foretells what is to come, must see through all the series of Causes that tend to the production of such an Effect,
and especially if he define the very precise time and other circumstances answering to the accomplishment of the Event, his knowledge must be very accurate and intimate to the whole intriegue of causes.
and especially if he define the very precise time and other Circumstances answering to the accomplishment of the Event, his knowledge must be very accurate and intimate to the Whole intrigue of Causes.
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Then (whether men be able or no to discover the secret manner and means of this fore-knowledge it matters not) it must be acknowledged, that he not only is privy to the Cabal,
Then (whither men be able or not to discover the secret manner and means of this foreknowledge it matters not) it must be acknowledged, that he not only is privy to the Cabal,
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and the accomplishment was exact to a very day, as you find it observed, Exod. 12. 41, 42. the words are these, And it came to pass at the end of the four hundred and thirty years,
and the accomplishment was exact to a very day, as you find it observed, Exod 12. 41, 42. the words Are these, And it Come to pass At the end of the four hundred and thirty Years,
and also so much of the will of man concerned in the whole case, that of necessity there must be a governing Power as well as a foresight in the bringing it about;
and also so much of the will of man concerned in the Whole case, that of necessity there must be a governing Power as well as a foresight in the bringing it about;
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For most assuredly, if ever the course of things hath been interrupted and brought into order again, there is plain evidence of a superiour Power and Management;
For most assuredly, if ever the course of things hath been interrupted and brought into order again, there is plain evidence of a superior Power and Management;
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Now, that there have such extraordinary things happened in the World, as this Argument supposes, the most Epicurean and Atheistical Wits do not altogether deny,
Now, that there have such extraordinary things happened in the World, as this Argument supposes, the most Epicurean and Atheistical Wits do not altogether deny,
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but endeavour to find out some wise salvo or other for them, upon natural Principles, in which enterprise they are much forsaken of all true Reason and Philosophy,
but endeavour to find out Some wise salvo or other for them, upon natural Principles, in which enterprise they Are much forsaken of all true Reason and Philosophy,
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for to resolve that into natural causes, which is either above them, or contrary to them, is the greatest instance of humor and folly that can be assigned.
for to resolve that into natural Causes, which is either above them, or contrary to them, is the greatest instance of humour and folly that can be assigned.
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They will observe, perhaps, that in the Plagues of Egypt, or in some of the miracles done in the Wilderness, there was some appearance of natural causes;
They will observe, perhaps, that in the Plagues of Egypt, or in Some of the Miracles done in the Wilderness, there was Some appearance of natural Causes;
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Or let them tell us, how men utterly unlearned (as the Apostles and other Primitive Disciples were) should be able to speak all kind of Languages on the sudden? how incurable Diseases should be healed? nay, men be raised from the Dead by a word speaking:
Or let them tell us, how men utterly unlearned (as the Apostles and other Primitive Disciples were) should be able to speak all kind of Languages on the sudden? how incurable Diseases should be healed? nay, men be raised from the Dead by a word speaking:
Fourthly, and lastly, I argue for a Providence from the Conspiracy and Cooperation of all things that happen in the World, to a certain and uniform end, which cannot be without the direction and management of Divine Power and Wisdom.
Fourthly, and lastly, I argue for a Providence from the conspiracy and Cooperation of all things that happen in the World, to a certain and uniform end, which cannot be without the direction and management of Divine Power and Wisdom.
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or if they be acted by their respective necessary causes, yet those causes being often contrary to each other, no one end can be jointly pursued and carried on between them;
or if they be acted by their respective necessary Causes, yet those Causes being often contrary to each other, no one end can be jointly pursued and carried on between them;
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therefore when we see (all this contrariety notwithstanding) all things so attempered and adjusted, that they at last cooperate to one great purpose, viz. the glory of God, and the good of men;
Therefore when we see (all this contrariety notwithstanding) all things so attempered and adjusted, that they At last cooperate to one great purpose, viz. the glory of God, and the good of men;
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There are an infinite number of noble instances of this kind in all History and Experience, such as the afflictions of Joseph in Egypt, which God turned into a Blessing to Joseph, to all his Fathers Family, to Pharaoh, and to all Egypt. Such was the drowning of Jonas in the bottom of the Sea,
There Are an infinite number of noble instances of this kind in all History and Experience, such as the afflictions of Joseph in Egypt, which God turned into a Blessing to Joseph, to all his Father's Family, to Pharaoh, and to all Egypt. Such was the drowning of Jonah in the bottom of the Sea,
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Thus the Persecutions of the Church, which in the first aspect, looked like the most effectual way to suppress Christian Religion, proved in the issue, the most successful method of propagating of it.
Thus the Persecutions of the Church, which in the First aspect, looked like the most effectual Way to suppress Christian Religion, proved in the issue, the most successful method of propagating of it.
yet it proves nothing else in the conclusion, but a design to exercise, to try and confirm it, especially God so ordering the matter, that ordinarily the lives of such men are intermixed,
yet it Proves nothing Else in the conclusion, but a Design to exercise, to try and confirm it, especially God so ordering the matter, that ordinarily the lives of such men Are intermixed,
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the one affording them ballast, and the other sails, that by the help of both together, they may steer an even course through the World towards Heaven.
the one affording them ballast, and the other sails, that by the help of both together, they may steer an even course through the World towards Heaven.
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This is the Argument of the Apostle, Rom. 8. 29. All things work together for good, to them that love God, &c. and that shall be my last Argument for this great Point;
This is the Argument of the Apostle, Rom. 8. 29. All things work together for good, to them that love God, etc. and that shall be my last Argument for this great Point;
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3. I come now to the third and last thing I propounded, viz. to shew the eminent and signal advantages that mankind hath by being under such a Providence, that so they may be sensible what cause they have to rejoice that the Lord reigneth: And this I represent in the six following particulars.
3. I come now to the third and last thing I propounded, viz. to show the eminent and signal advantages that mankind hath by being under such a Providence, that so they may be sensible what cause they have to rejoice that the Lord Reigneth: And this I represent in the six following particulars.
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for the mere reverence of his excellent nature will be utterly ineffectual, either to keep a man steady and constant in the difficulties of a strict and devout life,
for the mere Reverence of his excellent nature will be utterly ineffectual, either to keep a man steady and constant in the difficulties of a strict and devout life,
And therefore the Epicureans, for all their acknowledgment of a God, were reputed Atheistical by the wiser Sects of Philosophers, and that not unworthily;
And Therefore the Epicureans, for all their acknowledgment of a God, were reputed Atheistical by the Wiser Sects of Philosophers, and that not unworthily;
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and of all those Sacred Writings of Moses and the Prophets, to awaken the World into the belief of such a presence of God in, and superintendence over the World. But I proceed.
and of all those Sacred Writings of Moses and the prophets, to awaken the World into the belief of such a presence of God in, and superintendence over the World. But I proceed.
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Secondly, Not only the Internal Reason and Obligation to Religion is founded upon Providence, but also the External Profession of Christian Religion in special,
Secondly, Not only the Internal Reason and Obligation to Religion is founded upon Providence, but also the External Profession of Christian Religion in special,
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But it is certain, that it is not the inherent strength of the Constitution of this Political Body his Church, which can maintain it in all times, and against all assaults;
But it is certain, that it is not the inherent strength of the Constitution of this Political Body his Church, which can maintain it in all times, and against all assaults;
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neither their wit nor its foolishness, neither their combined malice and union, nor its own animosities and distractions, have had their (otherwise probable and) natural effects upon it.
neither their wit nor its foolishness, neither their combined malice and Union, nor its own animosities and distractions, have had their (otherwise probable and) natural effects upon it.
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and approved it self to him and to the Laws of its Institution, so long it hath always been safe and flourishing, (at least if we except only the very infancy of the Christian Church and Religion, at which time it pleased the Divine Wisdom to work a greater Miracle of Providence than all the rest, in exposing his Church in so much weakness to such strength of opposition,
and approved it self to him and to the Laws of its Institution, so long it hath always been safe and flourishing, (At least if we except only the very infancy of the Christian Church and Religion, At which time it pleased the Divine Wisdom to work a greater Miracle of Providence than all the rest, in exposing his Church in so much weakness to such strength of opposition,
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But contrariwise, whensoever this Church or any Branch or Member of it, hath by wantonness and self-confidence, by pride and schism, by hypocrisie or prophaneness, forfeited this Divine protection;
But contrariwise, whensoever this Church or any Branch or Member of it, hath by wantonness and self-confidence, by pride and Schism, by hypocrisy or profaneness, forfeited this Divine protection;
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if Divine patience and moderate chastisements have not in due time reclaimed it, it hath by a severe act of the same Providence been most remarkably delivered up to confusion and barbarism:
if Divine patience and moderate chastisements have not in due time reclaimed it, it hath by a severe act of the same Providence been most remarkably Delivered up to confusion and barbarism:
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But lest any man who hath observed the horrible degeneracy, the hypocrisie and corruptions of the Church of Rome, and yet withal takes notice of the great pomp, splendor and prosperity which that Society enjoys, should make this an Objection against that which I am discoursing, I freely answer, That I think it hath pleased God to make that singular instance on purpose,
But lest any man who hath observed the horrible degeneracy, the hypocrisy and corruptions of the Church of Rome, and yet withal Takes notice of the great pomp, splendour and Prosperity which that Society enjoys, should make this an Objection against that which I am discoursing, I freely answer, That I think it hath pleased God to make that singular instance on purpose,
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and by an act of the same Providence by which he punishes other degenerate Churches, he hath kept up that debauched Church (just as he did those wicked and idolatrous Princes the Kings of Babylon and Assyria, &c.) to be a plague and a scourge whereby to chastise and reclaim other and better, but declining Churches.
and by an act of the same Providence by which he Punishes other degenerate Churches, he hath kept up that debauched Church (just as he did those wicked and idolatrous Princes the Kings of Babylon and Assyria, etc.) to be a plague and a scourge whereby to chastise and reclaim other and better, but declining Churches.
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not only in the Church of the Jews, but in all those once famous Christian Churches of Asia and Africa. Which whilst they were humble and holy, true to their Principles,
not only in the Church of the jews, but in all those once famous Christian Churches of Asia and Africa. Which while they were humble and holy, true to their Principles,
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neither their numbers nor their reputation, neither their former zeal nor their Apostolical foundation, could preserve them from ruine and barbarism. I proceed further.
neither their numbers nor their reputation, neither their former zeal nor their Apostolical Foundation, could preserve them from ruin and barbarism. I proceed further.
for it is not the Satellites of Princes, their Lifeguards that secure them, their Sword and Scepter that defends them, not their purple and all the Ensigns of Majesty;
for it is not the Satellites of Princes, their Lifeguards that secure them, their Sword and Sceptre that defends them, not their purple and all the Ensigns of Majesty;
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It was well observed by Sir Francis Bacon, that in some respects the condition of Crowned Heads and Soveraign Princes was more unhappy and uncomfortable than of meaner persons,
It was well observed by Sir Francis Bacon, that in Some respects the condition of Crowned Heads and Sovereign Princes was more unhappy and uncomfortable than of meaner Persons,
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Princes have but little scope for their desires or ambitions, but on the other side, by reason of their long Train, ill Fortune hath great advantages against them.
Princes have but little scope for their Desires or ambitions, but on the other side, by reason of their long Train, ill Fortune hath great advantages against them.
The number of the Conspirators was as the Sand upon the Sea-shore, that in the expression of Hushai they were able to fall upon David and his Handful of men with him, as the Dew falls upon the Ground;
The number of the Conspirators was as the Sand upon the Seashore, that in the expression of Hushai they were able to fallen upon David and his Handful of men with him, as the Due falls upon the Ground;
What becomes of David in this case? Who shall withstand this Torrent? Only Divine Providence, this divides the Waters, this dissolves that great black Cloud,
What becomes of David in this case? Who shall withstand this Torrent? Only Divine Providence, this divides the Waters, this dissolves that great black Cloud,
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and makes it fall in a gentle Dew (otherwise than Hushai intended) and the result is, That 〈 … 〉 the same men strive who shall be the first and forwardest in setting David upon his Throne again.
and makes it fallen in a gentle Due (otherwise than Hushai intended) and the result is, That 〈 … 〉 the same men strive who shall be the First and forwardest in setting David upon his Throne again.
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Therefore whatever Prince or Magistrate shall slight a Providence, they slight the best Fort of their Empire and Jurisdiction, they dismiss their Guards,
Therefore whatever Prince or Magistrate shall slight a Providence, they slight the best Fort of their Empire and Jurisdiction, they dismiss their Guards,
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and this is our proper refuge, when our Rights and Properties are invaded, to look up to God the supreme Potentate of the World, that he will restrain the exorbitances of his Ministers.
and this is our proper refuge, when our Rights and Properties Are invaded, to look up to God the supreme Potentate of the World, that he will restrain the exorbitances of his Ministers.
God is King of Kings, not only because he is above all other Princes, but because he restrains and controlls them, he makes and rules them, he invests and devests them.
God is King of Kings, not only Because he is above all other Princes, but Because he restrains and controls them, he makes and rules them, he invests and devests them.
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Cujus jussu homines nascuntur, ejus jussu Reges constituuntur, aptique illis qui ab ipsis in illis temporibus regnantur, said the great 〈 ◊ 〉 Saint Irenaeus. He that made men makes Kings,
Cujus jussu homines nascuntur, His jussu Reges constituuntur, aptique illis qui ab Ipse in illis temporibus regnantur, said the great 〈 ◊ 〉 Saint Irnaeus. He that made men makes Kings,
and is obliged by the honour and interest of his own supereminent Government to be tender of them, against all the Arbitrary Invasions of those under him.
and is obliged by the honour and Interest of his own supereminent Government to be tender of them, against all the Arbitrary Invasions of those under him.
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But perhaps some man will suspect, that it will look like Cowardise, if not Treachery (in confidence of a Providence) to neglect other means of security;
But perhaps Some man will suspect, that it will look like Cowardice, if not Treachery (in confidence of a Providence) to neglect other means of security;
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To which I answer, that if the Providence of God have afforded us other means that are lawful and warranted by the standing Law and Rule of his Word, we tempt God if we neglect them,
To which I answer, that if the Providence of God have afforded us other means that Are lawful and warranted by the standing Law and Rule of his Word, we tempt God if we neglect them,
but unless the means we use be as certainly and manifestly lawful and warrantable, as the cause we pretend to, shall be just and honourable, we shall but provoke Providence instead of subserving it.
but unless the means we use be as Certainly and manifestly lawful and warrantable, as the cause we pretend to, shall be just and honourable, we shall but provoke Providence instead of subserving it.
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But if I believe there is a God that over-looks me where-ever I am, that is tender of me, that can and will preserve me as long as he sees good, in spight of all evil designs or accidents:
But if I believe there is a God that overlooks me wherever I am, that is tender of me, that can and will preserve me as long as he sees good, in spite of all evil designs or accidents:
and these, whether they be publick or private, if a man design a secret good thing, what can be the inducement to it? where can be the wisdom of giving himself the trouble about it,
and these, whither they be public or private, if a man Design a secret good thing, what can be the inducement to it? where can be the Wisdom of giving himself the trouble about it,
I cannot upon this occasion forbear to take notice of a noble and memorable passage of the Roman Orator, in one of his Orations to the Senate of Rome, his words begin thus, Quàm volumus licet, patres conscripti, nos amemus;
I cannot upon this occasion forbear to take notice of a noble and memorable passage of the Roman Orator, in one of his Orations to the Senate of Rome, his words begin thus, Quàm volumus licet, patres conscripti, nos amemus;
nor the Carthaginians in craft and subtilty, nor the Greeks in learnimg and knowledge; and yet it is as certain, we have overcome and triumphed over all these Nations:
nor the Carthaginians in craft and subtlety, nor the Greeks in learnimg and knowledge; and yet it is as certain, we have overcome and triumphed over all these nations:
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Sixthly, But Sixthly and lastly, and to speak summarily, Providence is of unspeakable advantage and influence upon the spirits of men, both in prosperity and adversity.
Sixthly, But Sixthly and lastly, and to speak summarily, Providence is of unspeakable advantage and influence upon the spirits of men, both in Prosperity and adversity.
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Besides this (I say) it deserves the most serious consideration, that all worldly Prosperity is very little worth (even whilest it lasts) if there be no Providence.
Beside this (I say) it deserves the most serious consideration, that all worldly Prosperity is very little worth (even whilst it lasts) if there be no Providence.
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think what it is to be in a storm at Sea, where the Winds roar, the Sea rages, the Ship cracks, no Anchor-hold, no Shores to land upon, no comfort in Pilot or Governours of the Vessel, nothing but a prospect of death every way;
think what it is to be in a storm At Sea, where the Winds roar, the Sea rages, the Ship cracks, no Anchorhold, no Shores to land upon, no Comfort in Pilot or Governors of the Vessel, nothing but a prospect of death every Way;
But contrariwise, if a man in all the dismal circumstances aforesaid, shall yet firmly believe a Providence that orders all things well and wisely, that can if he please bring a man out of all those difficulties, that certainly will make all these work for his good,
But contrariwise, if a man in all the dismal Circumstances aforesaid, shall yet firmly believe a Providence that order all things well and wisely, that can if he please bring a man out of all those difficulties, that Certainly will make all these work for his good,
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and what remains now, but that we make Application of all to our selves, and that in these two instances: 1. By setling this great Doctrine in our minds.
and what remains now, but that we make Application of all to our selves, and that in these two instances: 1. By settling this great Doctrine in our minds.
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Shall then a trifling Epicurean objection, nay, shall a Sceptical surmise, or a flash of Wit and Drollery, baffle us out of that wherein the honour of our natures consists,
Shall then a trifling Epicurean objection, nay, shall a Sceptical surmise, or a flash of Wit and Drollery, baffle us out of that wherein the honour of our nature's consists,
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He sees all things without difficulty or deception, manages all things without fatigue or weariness, governs all things with just order, judges without partiality, pities in all adversity, can relieve in all necessity,
He sees all things without difficulty or deception, manages all things without fatigue or weariness, governs all things with just order, judges without partiality, pities in all adversity, can relieve in all necessity,
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And pursuant of this belief let us in the Second place raise our affections to the highest pitch of triumph, let us make a shout as in the Text, The Lord reigneth, let the earth rejoice, let the multitude of the Isles be glad thereof:
And pursuant of this belief let us in the Second place raise our affections to the highest pitch of triumph, let us make a shout as in the Text, The Lord Reigneth, let the earth rejoice, let the multitude of the Isles be glad thereof:
Let our Prince and our Magistrates take courage against the rage or the follies, the numbers or combinations of evil men, in consideration that they are the instruments of Divine Providence, the Lieutenants of Gods Government,
Let our Prince and our Magistrates take courage against the rage or the follies, the numbers or combinations of evil men, in consideration that they Are the Instruments of Divine Providence, the Lieutenants of God's Government,
Let the People be quiet, not listen to noise and rumours, but be sure to banish all disloyal thoughts of resorting to irregular means for the asserting their pretensions.
Let the People be quiet, not listen to noise and rumours, but be sure to banish all disloyal thoughts of resorting to irregular means for the asserting their pretensions.
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When Philip Melancthon, otherwise a very wise and peaceable and mild-spirited person, began to be out of humour with the then state of the World, Luther addresses to him in these words, Exorandus est Philippus ut desinat esse rector Mundi; q. d.
When Philip Melanchthon, otherwise a very wise and peaceable and mild-spirited person, began to be out of humour with the then state of the World, Luther Addresses to him in these words, Exorandus est Philip ut Desinat esse rector Mundi; q. worser.
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To conclude, let us all lay aside our fears and our jealousies, our sighs and complaints, our melancholy and despondency, Is there not a balm in Gilead, is there no Physician there, Jer. 8. 22. Have we not a Wise and a Powerful, a Glorious and a good Prince,
To conclude, let us all lay aside our fears and our jealousies, our sighs and complaints, our melancholy and despondency, Is there not a balm in Gilead, is there no physician there, Jer. 8. 22. Have we not a Wise and a Powerful, a Glorious and a good Prince,
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A sullen uncomfortableness and dislike of our condition, our discontent with the state of affairs, is a kind of Sedition against Heaven, our murmuring is no better than a libelling of Gods Government.
A sullen uncomfortableness and dislike of our condition, our discontent with the state of affairs, is a kind of Sedition against Heaven, our murmuring is no better than a libeling of God's Government.
Now to this Universal Monarch of the World, this King of Kings, and Lord of Lords, be all Glory and Praise, Worship and Adoration World without End. THE END.
Now to this Universal Monarch of the World, this King of Kings, and Lord of lords, be all Glory and Praise, Worship and Adoration World without End. THE END.
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