A SERMON PREACHED AT HAM, Upon the first Occasion after the Death of The Lord Duke of Lauderdale. PSALM 82. ver. 6, 7. I have said yee are Gods, and yee are all the Children of the Most High.
A SERMON PREACHED AT HAM, Upon the First Occasion After the Death of The Lord Duke of Lauderdale. PSALM 82. ver. 6, 7. I have said ye Are God's, and ye Are all the Children of the Most High.
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THIS Psalm is an Advice to Princes, those that are plac't in the Magistracy and Government of the People, that they have a Special Care to be Just and Righteous in their high Commissions;
THIS Psalm is an advice to Princes, those that Are placed in the Magistracy and Government of the People, that they have a Special Care to be Just and Righteous in their high Commissions;
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but that they administer true Judgment and see that Right prevail, and determine in all Cases, without any regard or prejudice to Persons, That they defend the Poor and Fatherless, do Justice to the afflicted and needy,
but that they administer true Judgement and see that Right prevail, and determine in all Cases, without any regard or prejudice to Persons, That they defend the Poor and Fatherless, do justice to the afflicted and needy,
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God standeth in the Congregation of Princes, He is a Judge among Gods, ver. 1. And what a terrible reflection is it to consider, that the Righteous Judge of all the World, a Being of that invariable Justice, that cannot endure the least Iniquity,
God Stands in the Congregation of Princes, He is a Judge among God's, ver. 1. And what a terrible reflection is it to Consider, that the Righteous Judge of all the World, a Being of that invariable justice, that cannot endure the least Iniquity,
and can when he pleases, if they be not such as answers the Rectitude of his Nature, exact Vengeance upon the unjust Deputies of his Soveraign Power and Authority in this lower World? This is the first Motive that he sets down for Princes to observe Justice.
and can when he Pleases, if they be not such as answers the Rectitude of his Nature, exact Vengeance upon the unjust Deputies of his Sovereign Power and authority in this lower World? This is the First Motive that he sets down for Princes to observe justice.
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The second is, That this Rule and Eminency of theirs is but a short-liv'd thing, they can have no lasting enjoyment of it, all this State and Greatness cannot secure them from the Common condition of Men,
The second is, That this Rule and Eminency of theirs is but a short-lived thing, they can have no lasting enjoyment of it, all this State and Greatness cannot secure them from the Common condition of Men,
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And therefore what folly is it ever to be transported with worldly glory, to be proud and lofty upon this false occasion, to make this a ground of triumphing and Lording it over others, which lasts but for a moment,
And Therefore what folly is it ever to be transported with worldly glory, to be proud and lofty upon this false occasion, to make this a ground of triumphing and Lording it over Others, which lasts but for a moment,
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And First, To give the Reason of their being stil'd by this Name of Gods, and this may be first, because of their Power in general. Dan. 5.19. For Majesty is given them, that the People should tremble and fear before them;
And First, To give the Reason of their being Styled by this Name of God's, and this may be First, Because of their Power in general. Dan. 5.19. For Majesty is given them, that the People should tremble and Fear before them;
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which is true in some degree of all Princes and Governours whatsoever. But then Secondly and principally, the Reason of their being stil'd by this Name, is,
which is true in Some degree of all Princes and Governors whatsoever. But then Secondly and principally, the Reason of their being Styled by this Name, is,
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None can invade the Life or Fortunes of another, although he be never so criminal or deserving to forfeit them, without bringing the guilt of Murder or Rapine upon himself,
None can invade the Life or Fortune's of Another, although he be never so criminal or deserving to forfeit them, without bringing the guilt of Murder or Rapine upon himself,
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unless he either by his permissive Will in an ordinary course of things, or by his Immediate hand in a miraculous proceeding instate him in that Eminency;
unless he either by his permissive Will in an ordinary course of things, or by his Immediate hand in a miraculous proceeding instate him in that Eminency;
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And in the Book, that is stil'd by the Name of The Wisdom of Solomon, Chap. 6. where that Excellent Writer, speaking of Rulers and Magistrates, has these Words, ver. 3. For Power is given you of the Lord, and Soveraignty from the highest.
And in the Book, that is Styled by the Name of The Wisdom of Solomon, Chap. 6. where that Excellent Writer, speaking of Rulers and Magistrates, has these Words, ver. 3. For Power is given you of the Lord, and Sovereignty from the highest.
And then afterwards he calls them Ministers of God's Kingdom, and Prov. 10.16. By me Princes rule and Nobles, even all Judges of the Earth, that is, they have a Communicated Ray of Divine Authority upon them;
And then afterwards he calls them Ministers of God's Kingdom, and Curae 10.16. By me Princes Rule and Nobles, even all Judges of the Earth, that is, they have a Communicated Ray of Divine authority upon them;
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as well as the Special Wisdom of God to influence and direct them in their great Office, which also is intimated in these words, the Subject of this Chapter being Wisdom. But the first Explication is Fundamental,
as well as the Special Wisdom of God to influence and Direct them in their great Office, which also is intimated in these words, the Subject of this Chapter being Wisdom. But the First Explication is Fundamental,
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and the Spirit, and sence of a Beast was put into him, sets forth this Account of the matter, That he might thereby know that the Most High ruleth in the Kingdom of Men,
and the Spirit, and sense of a Beast was put into him, sets forth this Account of the matter, That he might thereby know that the Most High Ruleth in the Kingdom of Men,
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and which tends so mightily to the benefit of it, descends from above, and is a Beam of Majesty from the Supream Governour of Heaven, and Earth deriv'd upon them.
and which tends so mightily to the benefit of it, descends from above, and is a Beam of Majesty from the Supreme Governor of Heaven, and Earth derived upon them.
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All that the People can pretend to, for Soveraign Power, (they have none Inherent in them) is only in a Free State, where there is no Precedent, Right,
All that the People can pretend to, for Sovereign Power, (they have none Inherent in them) is only in a Free State, where there is no Precedent, Right,
Thus then Power and Dominion being a Derivative thing from God, and a communicated Ray of that Eternal Empire, whereby he governs all things both in Heaven and Earth,
Thus then Power and Dominion being a Derivative thing from God, and a communicated Ray of that Eternal Empire, whereby he governs all things both in Heaven and Earth,
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and has the sole Right to do so, it being a part of God's own Sovereignty invested in Man, which places him in a Seat of Eminency above others, it plainly follows, that those may well enough be styl'd by the Name of Gods, who have this Divine Authority committed to them.
and has the sole Right to do so, it being a part of God's own Sovereignty invested in Man, which places him in a Seat of Eminency above Others, it plainly follows, that those may well enough be styled by the Name of God's, who have this Divine authority committed to them.
And that is, seeing their Power is something from God, a Beam, and part of the Heavenly Majesty, they ought so to behave themselves in all Cases as God himself would do,
And that is, seeing their Power is something from God, a Beam, and part of the Heavenly Majesty, they ought so to behave themselves in all Cases as God himself would do,
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as they are farther assisted by the Spirit of God (for the Holy Spirit of God adapting himself to the different Necessities of Men, must needs be suppos'd to be more plentifully present with those that are in the more difficult Circumstances of a high Station) they ought, I say, to acquit themselves from the Straitness of self and all private Suggestions,
as they Are farther assisted by the Spirit of God (for the Holy Spirit of God adapting himself to the different Necessities of Men, must needs be supposed to be more plentifully present with those that Are in the more difficult circumstances of a high Station) they ought, I say, to acquit themselves from the Straitness of self and all private Suggestions,
First then, a good Governour upon this Divine Platform must be very careful, and make it the main Scope of his Endeavors to promote the Wellfare of those that are under his Charge and Government.
First then, a good Governor upon this Divine Platform must be very careful, and make it the main Scope of his Endeavors to promote the Welfare of those that Are under his Charge and Government.
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And this is only a Transcript from the Heavenly Pattern, if we consider the several Methods of Divine Providence, the Actings and Process of it ever since the beginning, we may plainly discern this, That its perpetual Design was to advance the only Good of Mankind, viz. To draw them off from their sinful practises,
And this is only a Transcript from the Heavenly Pattern, if we Consider the several Methods of Divine Providence, the Actings and Process of it ever since the beginning, we may plainly discern this, That its perpetual Design was to advance the only Good of Mankind, viz. To draw them off from their sinful practises,
And that Governour that would be like God, whose Power and Authority he is endued withal, must have this end and project in all his Actions, to carry on the publick Good,
And that Governor that would be like God, whose Power and authority he is endued withal, must have this end and project in all his Actions, to carry on the public Good,
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This Good concerns Princes, as well as private Men; and if at any time they carry on things that have not this Tendency in them, they manage a Project against themselves;
This Good concerns Princes, as well as private Men; and if At any time they carry on things that have not this Tendency in them, they manage a Project against themselves;
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This then ought to be a strong Motive to Princes to intend the publick Good, seeing by this means alone they can obtain and secure that which is truly so to themselves;
This then ought to be a strong Motive to Princes to intend the public Good, seeing by this means alone they can obtain and secure that which is truly so to themselves;
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And as God Almighty often carries on that which his infinite Wisdom discerns to be the Good of Mankind, by Methods contrary to the Carnal Desires and Will of Man, as by several kinds of Afflictions and the like:
And as God Almighty often carries on that which his infinite Wisdom discerns to be the Good of Mankind, by Methods contrary to the Carnal Desires and Will of Man, as by several Kinds of Afflictions and the like:
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So a good Prince, when he meets with an ill inclined People, that have not their Minds set upon Good, he ought to make use of his Authority from Heaven;
So a good Prince, when he meets with an ill inclined People, that have not their Minds Set upon Good, he ought to make use of his authority from Heaven;
This then is the First Divine Character of a good Governour, That he ought by all means to carry on and endeavour the universal Good of the People under him. A 2d. duty that belongs to Magistrates in Imitation of him, from whom their Power cometh, is an Universal Justice, both as it relates to God and Man. And 1st. as to that part of Justice that relates to God, we must endeavour with all Diligence to maintain the great Respect and Honor that is due unto him.
This then is the First Divine Character of a good Governor, That he ought by all means to carry on and endeavour the universal Good of the People under him. A 2d. duty that belongs to Magistrates in Imitation of him, from whom their Power comes, is an Universal justice, both as it relates to God and Man. And 1st. as to that part of justice that relates to God, we must endeavour with all Diligence to maintain the great Respect and Honour that is due unto him.
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And 'tis very observable in the whole Complex of the Prophets, that the many Methods of Providence that have been made use of in the World, have all of them tended to this, viz. To draw men off from Idolatry and Superstition, to the Worship of the only true God;
And it's very observable in the Whole Complex of the prophets, that the many Methods of Providence that have been made use of in the World, have all of them tended to this, viz. To draw men off from Idolatry and Superstition, to the Worship of the only true God;
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When by their careful declining all Sin, both in Thought and Deed, and the exact Holiness of their Lives, they plainly signifie the Omniscience of God, that he sees the most secret Designs of Man;
When by their careful declining all since, both in Thought and Deed, and the exact Holiness of their Lives, they plainly signify the Omniscience of God, that he sees the most secret Designs of Man;
And hence we often read in Scripture, That the Name of God was blasphem'd among the Gentiles through the Jews, Romans 2.24. and that David gave great occasion to the Enemies of God to blaspheme, 2 Sam. 12.14.
And hence we often read in Scripture, That the Name of God was blasphemed among the Gentiles through the jews, Romans 2.24. and that David gave great occasion to the Enemies of God to Blaspheme, 2 Sam. 12.14.
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and yet lived after the manner of the Heathen, and indulged themselves in such sinful Courses, it might well be concluded by those Gentiles, that this great God whom they worshiped, the Holy One of Israel (as he stiles himself) was no such pure and divine Being;
and yet lived After the manner of the Heathen, and indulged themselves in such sinful Courses, it might well be concluded by those Gentiles, that this great God whom they worshipped, the Holy One of Israel (as he stile himself) was no such pure and divine Being;
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but indeed one that delighted in Sin, and was an Approver of it, in that he had chosen a Nation for himself that was so notoriously guilty of such base Enormities.
but indeed one that delighted in since, and was an Approver of it, in that he had chosen a nation for himself that was so notoriously guilty of such base Enormities.
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This then ought to be the serious Endeavour of a good Magistrate, if he will imitate him, from whom he holds his Patent of Governing, to secure and establish the true Religion, which is the only Advancement of God's Glory.
This then ought to be the serious Endeavour of a good Magistrate, if he will imitate him, from whom he holds his Patent of Governing, to secure and establish the true Religion, which is the only Advancement of God's Glory.
and design of Goodness expressed in it, abundantly declaring its Divine Original,) without the help of any humane Authority to establish or make it so.
and Design of goodness expressed in it, abundantly declaring its Divine Original,) without the help of any humane authority to establish or make it so.
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That which accounts these Divine Writings the sole Rule of Faith, and sufficient for Salvation, in the very Text and Canon of them, without any Traditions of Men to compleat and perfect them.
That which accounts these Divine Writings the sole Rule of Faith, and sufficient for Salvation, in the very Text and Canon of them, without any Traditions of Men to complete and perfect them.
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That which only acquaints us with one Mediator between God and Man, the Man Christ Jesus, and which directs our Addresses to him alone, who is Omniscient; and therefore can only hear Prayers,
That which only acquaints us with one Mediator between God and Man, the Man christ jesus, and which directs our Addresses to him alone, who is Omniscient; and Therefore can only hear Prayers,
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And not to the Souls of Men departed, or any other Finite Being, which would bring upon us that high Impeachment of St. Paul, denounced against the Heathens, who worshipped and served the Creature more than the Creator;
And not to the Souls of Men departed, or any other Finite Being, which would bring upon us that high Impeachment of Saint Paul, denounced against the heathens, who worshipped and served the Creature more than the Creator;
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but also to worship him in a pure Spiritual Worship, as an invisible Nature that cannot be objected to humane Eyes, not framing to our selves any bodily Representment of him, which is so expresly forbidden in the Law of Moses. Deut. 4.15.
but also to worship him in a pure Spiritual Worship, as an invisible Nature that cannot be objected to humane Eyes, not framing to our selves any bodily Representment of him, which is so expressly forbidden in the Law of Moses. Deuteronomy 4.15.
That which puts men upon a careful Exercise of all Vertues, and working out their Salvation in this present Opportunity of Life, without any expectance of being delivered afterwards,
That which puts men upon a careful Exercise of all Virtues, and working out their Salvation in this present Opportunity of Life, without any expectance of being Delivered afterwards,
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and therefore by vertue of our Christian Profession we ought to give a ready complyance in all things to those that are set over us, both in Church and State, where what they enjoyn is only in the nature of indifferent things, does not clash with any Divine Precept of Scripture,
and Therefore by virtue of our Christian Profession we ought to give a ready compliance in all things to those that Are Set over us, both in Church and State, where what they enjoin is only in the nature of indifferent things, does not clash with any Divine Precept of Scripture,
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This is the true Religion, and this a good Magistrate ought with all diligence to maintain and establish in his Province among those that are Subject to him, viz. To free their minds from all Superstition and false Perswasions,
This is the true Religion, and this a good Magistrate ought with all diligence to maintain and establish in his Province among those that Are Subject to him, viz. To free their minds from all Superstition and false Persuasions,
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And this is no more then he is obliged to in the strictest Justice, to see that God Almighty have right of his Creatures that due Worship and Observance that belongs to him, both from the excellency of his Nature,
And this is no more then he is obliged to in the Strictest justice, to see that God Almighty have right of his Creatures that due Worship and Observance that belongs to him, both from the excellency of his Nature,
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for God is often declared in Scripture to be no Respecter of Persons, Acts 10.34. and Deut. 10.17. He is express't in these words, a Great God, a Mighty and a terrible, which regardeth not Persons, and 2 Chron. 19.7. There is no Iniquity with the Lord our God, nor respect of Persons, and St. Peter stiles him that Father who without respect of Persons judgeth every Man according to his work. 1 Epist. 1.17. which gives the full account of these equal Proceedings, viz. his equal relation to all men;
for God is often declared in Scripture to be no Respecter of Persons, Acts 10.34. and Deuteronomy 10.17. He is expressed in these words, a Great God, a Mighty and a terrible, which Regardeth not Persons, and 2 Chronicles 19.7. There is no Iniquity with the Lord our God, nor respect of Persons, and Saint Peter stile him that Father who without respect of Persons Judgeth every Man according to his work. 1 Epistle 1.17. which gives the full account of these equal Proceedings, viz. his equal Relation to all men;
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Thus then those Governours that will follow the great example, and original of their power, must observe an unbyass'd Justice, the same measures and equal Distributions towards all;
Thus then those Governors that will follow the great Exampl, and original of their power, must observe an unbiased justice, the same measures and equal Distributions towards all;
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nor honour the Person of the Mighty, but in Righteousness shalt thou Judge thy Neighbour. And Deut. 1.17. Ye shall not respect Persons in Judgment, but ye shall hear the small as well as the great.
nor honour the Person of the Mighty, but in Righteousness shalt thou Judge thy Neighbour. And Deuteronomy 1.17. You shall not respect Persons in Judgement, but you shall hear the small as well as the great.
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But then those that are the Rulers, and Managers of this Power, must have a special care to distribute the same equity to all, according to the same rule of Mercy;
But then those that Are the Rulers, and Managers of this Power, must have a special care to distribute the same equity to all, according to the same Rule of Mercy;
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And as to the Impunity of some, altho' it may happen, that great Malefactors upon some probable marks of a sincere Repentance, may offer a fair inducement for Mercy and Pardon;
And as to the Impunity of Some, although it may happen, that great Malefactors upon Some probable marks of a sincere Repentance, may offer a fair inducement for Mercy and Pardon;
But 4thly, Another Divine Character that he is to express, is meekness and gentleness towards such Offences as only concern himself, and his own Particular.
But 4thly, another Divine Character that he is to express, is meekness and gentleness towards such Offences as only concern himself, and his own Particular.
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God thus proclaims himself, and our own experience will sufficiently convince us of the truth of it. Exod. 34.6. And the Lord passed by before him, and proclaimed the Lord God merciful and Gracious, Long-Suffering and abundant in goodness and truth, keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving Iniquity, Transgression and Sin. Thus Holy David expresles him.
God thus proclaims himself, and our own experience will sufficiently convince us of the truth of it. Exod 34.6. And the Lord passed by before him, and proclaimed the Lord God merciful and Gracious, Long-Suffering and abundant in Goodness and truth, keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving Iniquity, Transgression and Sin. Thus Holy David expresles him.
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and therefore this as all actions proceeding from an inward form and principle, must needs do, affords him the most affecting pleasure and satisfaction. Micah 7.18. He pardoneth Iniquity — He retaineth not his Anger for ever, because he delighteth in Mercy. And St. James the 2.13. Mercy rejoyceth against Judgment. Indeed God pardons none, but upon the necessary qualification of a true Repentance;
and Therefore this as all actions proceeding from an inward from and principle, must needs do, affords him the most affecting pleasure and satisfaction. micah 7.18. He Pardoneth Iniquity — He retaineth not his Anger for ever, Because he delights in Mercy. And Saint James the 2.13. Mercy Rejoiceth against Judgement. Indeed God Pardons none, but upon the necessary qualification of a true Repentance;
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and perhaps seeing he has appointed a day in the which he will Judge the World, he might defer the due punishment of all Sin, till that dreadful day come,
and perhaps seeing he has appointed a day in the which he will Judge the World, he might defer the due punishment of all since, till that dreadful day come,
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and prejudice to the whole, which is not competent with God's Government. And therefore all open and bold wickedness, because this being permitted, does by degrees lessen,
and prejudice to the Whole, which is not competent with God's Government. And Therefore all open and bold wickedness, Because this being permitted, does by Degrees lessen,
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Isay all open, and bold-wickedness, is commonly followed with more remarkable Judgments upon it, especially in those that stand in a nearer Relation to God, (as the Jews above the Heathens,
Saiah all open, and bold-wickedness, is commonly followed with more remarkable Judgments upon it, especially in those that stand in a nearer Relation to God, (as the jews above the heathens,
and perhaps, the Ministers of the Altar above other Christians.) And this whole thing is set down by David. Psal. 50. where after he had mentioned the many Enormities of that People that were in Special Covenant with him.
and perhaps, the Ministers of the Altar above other Christians.) And this Whole thing is Set down by David. Psalm 50. where After he had mentioned the many Enormities of that People that were in Special Covenant with him.
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thou thoughtest by this Connivance and delay of Punishment, that I was no more Holy nor Righteous than thou, but I will reprove thee and set before thee, the things that thou hast done.
thou thoughtest by this Connivance and Delay of Punishment, that I was no more Holy nor Righteous than thou, but I will reprove thee and Set before thee, the things that thou hast done.
And perhaps Hypocrisy, when Iniquity is concealed, and dissembled under a specious appearance, this not affording such an example and influence in the World, is not upon this account so obnoxious to God's Immediate Punishment;
And perhaps Hypocrisy, when Iniquity is concealed, and dissembled under a specious appearance, this not affording such an Exampl and influence in the World, is not upon this account so obnoxious to God's Immediate Punishment;
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indeed this we may observe for the truth of this notion, that in the whole complex of Scripture, Punishments are not so frequently denounced upon this,
indeed this we may observe for the truth of this notion, that in the Whole complex of Scripture, Punishments Are not so frequently denounced upon this,
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altho many of them chuse them in an ill kind, and still patiently affording them space of Repentance, most likely till their Disposition for it be quite destroyed through Vitious Habits.) I say, I am apt to believe that God never inflicts any open and Immediate Punishment upon Sin in this World;
although many of them choose them in an ill kind, and still patiently affording them Molle of Repentance, most likely till their Disposition for it be quite destroyed through Vicious Habits.) I say, I am apt to believe that God never inflicts any open and Immediate Punishment upon since in this World;
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it will be accounted such a base action to abuse a Prince of this Heavenly Temper, that it must needs raise the Resentment and Odium of all Men upon the Authors of it, they will fasten such a Character of Shame and Disingenuity upon them, that the very Clemency of the Prince,
it will be accounted such a base actium to abuse a Prince of this Heavenly Temper, that it must needs raise the Resentment and Odium of all Men upon the Authors of it, they will fasten such a Character of Shame and Disingenuity upon them, that the very Clemency of the Prince,
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I say, this Gentle Temper in Princes begets the strongest Love and Esteem of them in the minds of the People, which makes the best security against all Injuries;
I say, this Gentle Temper in Princes begets the Strongest Love and Esteem of them in the minds of the People, which makes the best security against all Injuries;
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and the right Worship of God, and also to the promoting of good Morals and Honesty among his People, he must imitate the Author of his Power in another Attribute, and that is his Holiness.
and the right Worship of God, and also to the promoting of good Morals and Honesty among his People, he must imitate the Author of his Power in Another Attribute, and that is his Holiness.
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Be ye holy for I am holy, does especially belong to Governours, who have another Image and Resemblance of God to express in the World than the rest of Men and Christians have.
Be you holy for I am holy, does especially belong to Governors, who have Another Image and Resemblance of God to express in the World than the rest of Men and Christians have.
That of the Apostle, Shew thy self a Pattern of good Works, Titus 2.7. and also 1 Tim. 4.12. Be thou an Example of the Believers in Word, in Conversation, in Charity, in Spirit, in Faith, in Purity, together with 1 Pet. 5.3. Not as being Lords over God's Heritage, but being Ensamples to the Flock;
That of the Apostle, Show thy self a Pattern of good Works, Titus 2.7. and also 1 Tim. 4.12. Be thou an Exampl of the Believers in Word, in Conversation, in Charity, in Spirit, in Faith, in Purity, together with 1 Pet. 5.3. Not as being lords over God's Heritage, but being Ensamples to the Flock;
whether he incline to Vice or Vertue; But alas, this is the Difference, the Desires of Body, which the greater number of Men place their whole Satisfaction in, not being acquainted with Spiritual Enjoyments, makes the Pattern on the worse side more spreading.
whither he incline to Vice or Virtue; But alas, this is the Difference, the Desires of Body, which the greater number of Men place their Whole Satisfaction in, not being acquainted with Spiritual Enjoyments, makes the Pattern on the Worse side more spreading.
That great man, and our Friend Lucullus, when the Stateliness of his House at Tusculum was with some Reflection objected to him, made this Answer which satisfied many:
That great man, and our Friend Lucullus, when the Stateliness of his House At Tusculum was with Some Reflection objected to him, made this Answer which satisfied many:
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That whereas his two Neighbours, the more honourable of them being but a Knight, and the other only a Freeman, had very stately Mansions, that Magnificence must needs be allowed to him, which was permitted to those so much his Inferiours.
That whereas his two Neighbours, the more honourable of them being but a Knight, and the other only a Freeman, had very stately Mansions, that Magnificence must needs be allowed to him, which was permitted to those so much his Inferiors.
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But it seems Lucullus did not observe that he himself was the Cause of their State, to whom if he had not been guilty of it, it would have been neither lawful nor tolerable;
But it seems Lucullus did not observe that he himself was the Cause of their State, to whom if he had not been guilty of it, it would have been neither lawful nor tolerable;
For that is not so great an Evil that Princes are vicious (altho it be a great one) as that other is, that many are drawn into an Imitation of them:
For that is not so great an Evil that Princes Are vicious (although it be a great one) as that other is, that many Are drawn into an Imitation of them:
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For one may observe quite through the Histories of all times, that howsoever qualified the Chief Men of the City were, such was the City it self in a little while;
For one may observe quite through the Histories of all times, that howsoever qualified the Chief Men of the city were, such was the city it self in a little while;
Thus Rulers are obliged to maintain good Works, even for these necessary uses, that they may thus bring Vertue into Esteem, and Honour among the People.
Thus Rulers Are obliged to maintain good Works, even for these necessary uses, that they may thus bring Virtue into Esteem, and Honour among the People.
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And in respect of their after State, may ascribe that of the Prophet to themselves, they advancing the same thing by their Example, viz. Those that turn many unto Righteousness shall shine as the Stars for ever and ever, Dan. 12.3.
And in respect of their After State, may ascribe that of the Prophet to themselves, they advancing the same thing by their Exampl, viz. Those that turn many unto Righteousness shall shine as the Stars for ever and ever, Dan. 12.3.
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and which cannot be subdued, or kept under in any without intense Labour, and incessant Striving, at least till a Habit have render'd the Business more facile.
and which cannot be subdued, or kept under in any without intense Labour, and incessant Striving, At least till a Habit have rendered the Business more facile.
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And the more difficult Vertue is, or contrary to the Temper of most Men (if he will satisfie his just Obligations to God and the People under him) the more industriously ought he to assert it,
And the more difficult Virtue is, or contrary to the Temper of most Men (if he will satisfy his just Obligations to God and the People under him) the more industriously ought he to assert it,
That is, seeing they manage God's Cause and Government in the World, and upon this account are obliged to the most impartial Justice and Equity in all their Proceedings, they ought to be valiant for the Truth even unto Death,
That is, seeing they manage God's Cause and Government in the World, and upon this account Are obliged to the most impartial justice and Equity in all their Proceedings, they ought to be valiant for the Truth even unto Death,
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or hinder the due Process of righteous Judgment between Man and Man. Indeed a good Magistrate that uses the same Rule and Measure of acting indifferently towards all, that determines his whole Affections to the Merit of things,
or hinder the due Process of righteous Judgement between Man and Man. Indeed a good Magistrate that uses the same Rule and Measure of acting indifferently towards all, that determines his Whole Affections to the Merit of things,
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And therefore rich Men, where this humble Temper of Religion is wanting, always presume upon an Advantage above others, which they also would have attend them in places of Judgment.
And Therefore rich Men, where this humble Temper of Religion is wanting, always presume upon an Advantage above Others, which they also would have attend them in places of Judgement.
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when they find that severe Justice is preferr'd and takes place, without any regard had to their Figure in the World, we must needs imagine them passing angry with those honest Magistrates that dispense it:
when they find that severe justice is preferred and Takes place, without any regard had to their Figure in the World, we must needs imagine them passing angry with those honest Magistrates that dispense it:
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But then Secondly, supposing there be such a formidable Appearance against him upon this due performance of his Office, that the most resolute Fortitude and Gallantry of mind seems not able to stand before it;
But then Secondly, supposing there be such a formidable Appearance against him upon this due performance of his Office, that the most resolute Fortitude and Gallantry of mind seems not able to stand before it;
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and his special Providence about him, that he will undoubtedly protect him in the just management of that Work and Office which he has committed to him.
and his special Providence about him, that he will undoubtedly Pact him in the just management of that Work and Office which he has committed to him.
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or the Lord is my Helper, and I will not fear what man can do unto me, Psal. 118.6. Heb. 13.6. In God's Word will I rejoyce, in the Lord's Word will I comfort me;
or the Lord is my Helper, and I will not Fear what man can do unto me, Psalm 118.6. Hebrew 13.6. In God's Word will I rejoice, in the Lord's Word will I Comfort me;
and therefore he can use those great words of Job, with the same holy Confidence and Resignation. Cap. 13.15. Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him.
and Therefore he can use those great words of Job, with the same holy Confidence and Resignation. Cap. 13.15. Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him.
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Yet it is only some external thing, a difference of degree and order that distinguishes them from the rest of Men, there is still the same Humane Nature with all the Infirmities and Attendants of it, belonging to them,
Yet it is only Some external thing, a difference of degree and order that Distinguishes them from the rest of Men, there is still the same Humane Nature with all the Infirmities and Attendants of it, belonging to them,
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And this Consideration should secure the Humility of Great Men and Princes, it should keep their thoughts within due compass, That they think not of themselves above themselves,
And this Consideration should secure the Humility of Great Men and Princes, it should keep their thoughts within due compass, That they think not of themselves above themselves,
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they have that original Nobility of a Humane Soul and Reason equally with them, and may possibly far surpass them in those great things, that only make difference of worth in us, viz. Holiness of Life and Vertue, which alone gives the preferments and different Stations of another World:
they have that original Nobilt of a Humane Soul and Reason equally with them, and may possibly Far surpass them in those great things, that only make difference of worth in us, viz. Holiness of Life and Virtue, which alone gives the preferments and different Stations of Another World:
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not to put on any unnecessary State or Lordship towards them, but be of a free address, easy to be intreated, attentive to their Petitions and Requests from them, patient of their rudeness and simplicity, with whatsoever else may be the effect of unpolished nature in them,
not to put on any unnecessary State or Lordship towards them, but be of a free address, easy to be entreated, attentive to their Petitions and Requests from them, patient of their rudeness and simplicity, with whatsoever Else may be the Effect of unpolished nature in them,
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and offer them all the measures of brotherly kindness in all instances, as still being mindful of that near relation of Brethren, and common equality that is between them, that they also must make their Bed in the Grave,
and offer them all the measures of brotherly kindness in all instances, as still being mindful of that near Relation of Brothers, and Common equality that is between them, that they also must make their Bed in the Grave,
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And this very prospect is enough certainly, to keep down all Pride and Loftiness of Man, depress all the swelling resentment and overacted State of Worldly Glory,
And this very prospect is enough Certainly, to keep down all Pride and Loftiness of Man, depress all the swelling resentment and overacted State of Worldly Glory,
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when one reflects on himself, that he is still no more than a Man, and must be subject to all the Fatalities and Circumstances of that poor Creature? And doubtless if we could hear him speak that is lately gone from us to another Kingdom, who was once instated in all this greatness,
when one reflects on himself, that he is still no more than a Man, and must be Subject to all the Fatalities and circumstances of that poor Creature? And doubtless if we could hear him speak that is lately gone from us to Another Kingdom, who was once instated in all this greatness,
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Indeed we may take his word beforehand, he always entertain'd the same Opinion of this Worlds greatness, and often spoke the same things whilst he was living,
Indeed we may take his word beforehand, he always entertained the same Opinion of this World's greatness, and often spoke the same things while he was living,
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they find their bodies hail and vigorous, as having no sensible Distemper in them, and so conclude, that they are out of all present danger of Death, and have made a Covenant and an Agreement with the Grave (in the Phrase of the Prophet, Isaiah 28.15.) for a long Season; if they should but attend to the condition of Men, that some time or other Death will have the Dominion over them,
they find their bodies hail and vigorous, as having no sensible Distemper in them, and so conclude, that they Are out of all present danger of Death, and have made a Covenant and an Agreement with the Grave (in the Phrase of the Prophet, Isaiah 28.15.) for a long Season; if they should but attend to the condition of Men, that Some time or other Death will have the Dominion over them,
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and how would they start from the very first motions and thoughts of Sin? and I am confident with St. Chrysostom, that 'twas one Reason why God made the Term of our Life unknown and uncertain to us, that so by this means we might have the terrour and influence of our last moment upon all our actions.
and how would they start from the very First motions and thoughts of since? and I am confident with Saint Chrysostom, that 'twas one Reason why God made the Term of our Life unknown and uncertain to us, that so by this means we might have the terror and influence of our last moment upon all our actions.
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altho they dye after the common manner of Men, yet they leave a sure hope behind them, that even through the Gates of Death they are entered into a better Life, and more perfect Happiness;
although they die After the Common manner of Men, yet they leave a sure hope behind them, that even through the Gates of Death they Are entered into a better Life, and more perfect Happiness;
There was not one Character of a good Governour that I mentioned before, but was transcribed from the just Original of all Power, by this great Person now with him in his Heavenly Kingdom,
There was not one Character of a good Governor that I mentioned before, but was transcribed from the just Original of all Power, by this great Person now with him in his Heavenly Kingdom,
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yet I have heard such occasional Sayings from him, that did so plainly discover the Immovable Temper and Habit of his Soul, that I am very confident I do know how he did transact his Publick Affairs,
yet I have herd such occasional Sayings from him, that did so plainly discover the Immovable Temper and Habit of his Soul, that I am very confident I do know how he did transact his Public Affairs,
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indeed there was nothing to give him any Temptation to this, he being by Temper as well as Improvement of Mind, much above those Trifles that are called the goods of Fortune;
indeed there was nothing to give him any Temptation to this, he being by Temper as well as Improvement of Mind, much above those Trifles that Are called the goods of Fortune;
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and therefore he passed them by as inconsiderable, and unworthy of his Thoughts, that indeed were design'd for higher entertainments. I remember I heard him once say that Judicious Truth, That none but mean Spirits could be covetous, and he urged the Observation of his whole Life for the proof of it, that he never saw it otherways.
and Therefore he passed them by as inconsiderable, and unworthy of his Thoughts, that indeed were designed for higher entertainments. I Remember I herd him once say that Judicious Truth, That none but mean Spirits could be covetous, and he urged the Observation of his Whole Life for the proof of it, that he never saw it otherways.
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He was afraid of bringing Sin upon himself, and doing harm in the World, by giving Liberty to an ill man to repeat his former Practices, who for any thing he could tell, might still be the same, in Heart and Design;
He was afraid of bringing since upon himself, and doing harm in the World, by giving Liberty to an ill man to repeat his former Practices, who for any thing he could tell, might still be the same, in Heart and Design;
and so being continually exposed to the Envy and Emulation of great men, which perhaps is the best Account of all that Enmity that he conversed withal.
and so being continually exposed to the Envy and Emulation of great men, which perhaps is the best Account of all that Enmity that he conversed withal.
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altho' it often happened that their base Dissimulation indisposed them for Mercy and Pardon in the Court of Heaven, whither he always referred them for Doom and Judgment;
although it often happened that their base Dissimulation indisposed them for Mercy and Pardon in the Court of Heaven, whither he always referred them for Doom and Judgement;
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He was possest of that Disposition, which our Saviour prescribes to all of us, Luke 17.4. That if our Brother trespass against us seven times in a day, and seven times in a day, turn again to us, saying, I repent, we must forgive him.
He was possessed of that Disposition, which our Saviour prescribes to all of us, Lycia 17.4. That if our Brother trespass against us seven times in a day, and seven times in a day, turn again to us, saying, I Repent, we must forgive him.
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Indeed this must be allowed a wise man, and Christianity obliges nothing to the contrary, that when one observes Injuries to proceed from a base mind, which has not common Probity left in it, that he receive not such persons into his Confidences,
Indeed this must be allowed a wise man, and Christianity obliges nothing to the contrary, that when one observes Injuries to proceed from a base mind, which has not Common Probity left in it, that he receive not such Persons into his Confidences,
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If he pass by the Offence without any Endeavors, or thoughts of Requital, or of doing them any Prejudice upon that Occasion, he has done his Duty, all that can be required from him.
If he pass by the Offence without any Endeavors, or thoughts of Requital, or of doing them any Prejudice upon that Occasion, he has done his Duty, all that can be required from him.
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and his upright Use of them, more rais'd him above Suspition, which is a sneaking Disposition of Mind, that only belongs either to Men of low and Inferior Spirits;
and his upright Use of them, more raised him above Suspicion, which is a sneaking Disposition of Mind, that only belongs either to Men of low and Inferior Spirits;
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I say, notwithstanding this common Prudence to secure one against the dangerous opportunity of a false Friend, pretending Reconcilement, he always exprest himself kindly,
I say, notwithstanding this Common Prudence to secure one against the dangerous opportunity of a false Friend, pretending Reconcilement, he always expressed himself kindly,
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And if he were an Adversary to any ones better Circumstance or Advancement, I am confident, it was rather upon the publick account, that that should not suffer by the farther Capacity of an ill Man,
And if he were an Adversary to any ones better Circumstance or Advancement, I am confident, it was rather upon the public account, that that should not suffer by the farther Capacity of an ill Man,
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His Temper was beneficent, one might see a Complacency, and pleasure in him when he perform'd any obliging instance, which well argued, that Actions of that kind, did derive from an inward Principle,
His Temper was beneficent, one might see a Complacency, and pleasure in him when he performed any obliging instance, which well argued, that Actions of that kind, did derive from an inward Principle,
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or rather let those that have been guilty of so much baseness, and after many Obligations, turned his Enemies, convinced the contrary, That he delighted not in Beneficence.
or rather let those that have been guilty of so much baseness, and After many Obligations, turned his Enemies, convinced the contrary, That he delighted not in Beneficence.
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as well as his Temper, which perhaps had that fault in it, that it was but too careless of his own profit, made him incapable of any thing so mean and sordid;
as well as his Temper, which perhaps had that fault in it, that it was but too careless of his own profit, made him incapable of any thing so mean and sordid;
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as he there compares them, who puts forth her Clusters, and then after having produced her proper Fruits, requires nothing else, or no recompence for it;
as he there compares them, who puts forth her Clusters, and then After having produced her proper Fruits, requires nothing Else, or no recompense for it;
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Intimating hereby, that those who are truly beneficent, or that best sort of Benefectors are contented with the reward of a good Action, and seek no further;
Intimating hereby, that those who Are truly beneficent, or that best sort of Benefectors Are contented with the reward of a good Actium, and seek no further;
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and besides, that derivative Pleasure, that proceeds from seeing others pleased and satisfied by their means, will very powerfully influence such Men whose better parts,
and beside, that derivative Pleasure, that proceeds from seeing Others pleased and satisfied by their means, will very powerfully influence such Men whose better parts,
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this is properly within our own Power, but that we could not perform any good action without the special assistance of Heaven with us, freely entertained and complyed withal.
this is properly within our own Power, but that we could not perform any good actium without the special assistance of Heaven with us, freely entertained and complied withal.
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His Faith was firmly grounded upon the Rock Christ Jesus; those subtile Arguments of a sort of Men that would take away the God-head and Merits of their Saviour, could make no Impression upon him,
His Faith was firmly grounded upon the Rock christ jesus; those subtle Arguments of a sort of Men that would take away the Godhead and Merits of their Saviour, could make no Impression upon him,
but liv'd contrary, expecting acceptance with God by no other means then only that of a good Conversation, through the alone Merits of Christ Jesus. His Religion was no accidental thing, the first stamp upon him,
but lived contrary, expecting acceptance with God by no other means then only that of a good Conversation, through the alone Merits of christ jesus. His Religion was no accidental thing, the First stamp upon him,
but he undertook the Study of Controversies, and observed the Arguments of all Parties, that so from his own free deliberate choice, he might be an Orthodox Christian after the best and most approved Plat-form.
but he undertook the Study of Controversies, and observed the Arguments of all Parties, that so from his own free deliberate choice, he might be an Orthodox Christian After the best and most approved Platform.
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but he conversed and lived under the influence of it, his attendance upon God's publick Service was constant and certain, I dare say in the happy time of my knowledge of him he never missed that blessed opportunity,
but he conversed and lived under the influence of it, his attendance upon God's public Service was constant and certain, I Dare say in the happy time of my knowledge of him he never missed that blessed opportunity,
And his Deportment there was very devout and serious, he was a great Proficient in the Holy Scriptures, and such an attentive hearer of them, that for the most part after Chappel he either taught me,
And his Deportment there was very devout and serious, he was a great Proficient in the Holy Scriptures, and such an attentive hearer of them, that for the most part After Chappel he either taught me,
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as one can scarce imagine in a Person that was always under the necessary Disersion of a publick employment either in Peace or War. And this argued his extraordinary Capacity;
as one can scarce imagine in a Person that was always under the necessary Disersion of a public employment either in Peace or War. And this argued his extraordinary Capacity;
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that he could attain to those high Improvements in horis subsicivis, in his Vacant Intervals from his Publick Affairs, which others could not do in their only Design,
that he could attain to those high Improvements in horis subsicivis, in his Vacant Intervals from his Public Affairs, which Others could not do in their only Design,
to have observed his exquisite skill and readiness in them, one would at first have been forc't upon this thought, that he had imployed his main endeavours in words, and Phrases;
to have observed his exquisite skill and readiness in them, one would At First have been forced upon this Thought, that he had employed his main endeavours in words, and Phrases;
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I heard him once say, in our mention of Rabbinical Learning, That a Babel of Words always occasioned a Babel in the Intellect, a confused Apprehension of things,
I herd him once say, in our mention of Rabbinical Learning, That a Babel of Words always occasioned a Babel in the Intellect, a confused Apprehension of things,
and that many Languages still came to Men in the nature of a Curse, altho through their own free choice and Labour, in that the study of them, does so improperly exhaust time, without any respect to Mind and Reason;
and that many Languages still Come to Men in the nature of a Curse, although through their own free choice and Labour, in that the study of them, does so improperly exhaust time, without any respect to Mind and Reason;
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I say, although he was well acquainted with all the parts of Learning, yet besides, that which enabled him for his own Province, to be a more accomplish'd Statesman, and to serve his King more effectually in that difficult Station wherein he plac'd him.
I say, although he was well acquainted with all the parts of Learning, yet beside, that which enabled him for his own Province, to be a more accomplished Statesman, and to serve his King more effectually in that difficult Station wherein he placed him.
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and these things being laid up in his comprehensive Memory, and digested by his better Judgment, it was more satisfaction to consult him for this kind of Knowledge,
and these things being laid up in his comprehensive Memory, and digested by his better Judgement, it was more satisfaction to consult him for this kind of Knowledge,
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But I say, besides this Skill in Language, and this State-Learning, his Principal Care and Improvement was in that which is the only Method of being good and wise, the Holy Science of Divinity; and in this,
But I say, beside this Skill in Language, and this State-Learning, his Principal Care and Improvement was in that which is the only Method of being good and wise, the Holy Science of Divinity; and in this,
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His exquisite Skill in these Holy Mysteries is a sufficient Argument of his Vertue, and that he had cleared and prepared his Understanding for that Sacred Knowledge, by a good Life, which is the only means to attain to any degree of it:
His exquisite Skill in these Holy Mysteres is a sufficient Argument of his Virtue, and that he had cleared and prepared his Understanding for that Sacred Knowledge, by a good Life, which is the only means to attain to any degree of it:
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He could not endure any loose Expressions of God and Christ, or any profane Treatment of the Holy Spirit; but like one possest of a true Apprehension and Reverence of the Blessed Trinity, He was a great Despiser of such indecent Language,
He could not endure any lose Expressions of God and christ, or any profane Treatment of the Holy Spirit; but like one possessed of a true Apprehension and reverence of the Blessed Trinity, He was a great Despiser of such indecent Language,
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the Influence of his Presence being derived from his known Displeasure in those Cases, did effectually restrain such Misdemeanours in all persons of his Converse.
the Influence of his Presence being derived from his known Displeasure in those Cases, did effectually restrain such Misdemeanours in all Persons of his Converse.
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And thus upon a certain Knowledge of a Deity, he easily discerned that a necessary reverence was belonging to him, which he always maintained as sacred and inviolable.
And thus upon a certain Knowledge of a Deity, he Easily discerned that a necessary Reverence was belonging to him, which he always maintained as sacred and inviolable.
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And this excellent temper exprest it self towards all things that were related to God, he ever most religiously asserted the sacred honour of the Scriptures,
And this excellent temper expressed it self towards all things that were related to God, he ever most religiously asserted the sacred honour of the Scriptures,
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Neither can those mean Ingenioso's of our time, that jest upon the Bible, urge that it was want of wit in him, that put him upon this severity (indeed 'tis want of wit in them,
Neither can those mean Ingenioso's of our time, that jest upon the bible, urge that it was want of wit in him, that put him upon this severity (indeed it's want of wit in them,
and only irreligious boldness when they can find nothing to say upon the many lawful Themes in extensive nature, that makes them invade the heavenly Oracles) I say, they cannot urge that it was want of Wit, that put him upon this severity,
and only irreligious boldness when they can find nothing to say upon the many lawful Themes in extensive nature, that makes them invade the heavenly Oracles) I say, they cannot urge that it was want of Wit, that put him upon this severity,
Now such a private Man as this, what may one expect from him, when he becomes publick? Or rather what may one not expect from him, that tends to the right establishment of the Christian Faith,
Now such a private Man as this, what may one expect from him, when he becomes public? Or rather what may one not expect from him, that tends to the right establishment of the Christian Faith,
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If the true Protestant Religion (as it is now applyed) which in its real self is so gentle and Peaceful, had not almost quite abolished the true Temper and Charity of Christians among us.
If the true Protestant Religion (as it is now applied) which in its real self is so gentle and Peaceful, had not almost quite abolished the true Temper and Charity of Christians among us.
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He made Truth and Justice the groundwork of all his Actions, and then he was most resolute and stedfast in them, no representation of Fear or Danger could by any means remove him from them.
He made Truth and justice the groundwork of all his Actions, and then he was most resolute and steadfast in them, no representation of fear or Danger could by any means remove him from them.
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He would frequently say, God rules the World, the People imagine but a vain thing; 'twas in the very Habit of his Soul, that of Holy David. Psal. 99.1.2. The Lord is King, be the People never so impatient, he sitteth between the Cherubims, be the Earth never so inquiet.
He would frequently say, God rules the World, the People imagine but a vain thing; 'twas in the very Habit of his Soul, that of Holy David. Psalm 99.1.2. The Lord is King, be the People never so impatient, he Sitteth between the Cherubims, be the Earth never so inquiet.
And this Courage in Death is a further Evidence of a good Life, that being the time (as Plato observes) when Guilt and an ill Conscience discover themselves in their full Vigour, which may have been stifled all along before, by the many Enjoyments of Life,
And this Courage in Death is a further Evidence of a good Life, that being the time (as Plato observes) when Gilded and an ill Conscience discover themselves in their full Vigour, which may have been stifled all along before, by the many Enjoyments of Life,
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And as for that necessary Vertue of a Christian, which may be urged upon Rulers from the prospect of Mortality contained in these Words, That ye shall dye like Men, viz. Humility; he was a famous example of it, certainly never any that was so great, condescended more,
And as for that necessary Virtue of a Christian, which may be urged upon Rulers from the prospect of Mortality contained in these Words, That you shall die like Men, viz. Humility; he was a famous Exampl of it, Certainly never any that was so great, condescended more,
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that he should still maintain himself so courteous, a•• be of so free and so easie a Converse. (Extraordinary Endowments commonly raise Men to a slight and contempt of others,
that he should still maintain himself so courteous, a•• be of so free and so easy a Converse. (Extraordinary Endowments commonly raise Men to a slight and contempt of Others,
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and indeed upon this Argument he might have slighted almost the whole World.) 'Twas therefore most certainly his goodness and Consideration that influenced this Lowliness;
and indeed upon this Argument he might have slighted almost the Whole World.) 'Twas Therefore most Certainly his Goodness and Consideration that influenced this Lowliness;
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and prevented that which would have been the natural effect of great parts in a bad Man. And he was so far from becoming mean by this deportment, that he raised his respect thereby and gained a new accession of honour and reverence from it, which will always attend his memory to the World's end.
and prevented that which would have been the natural Effect of great parts in a bad Man. And he was so Far from becoming mean by this deportment, that he raised his respect thereby and gained a new accession of honour and Reverence from it, which will always attend his memory to the World's end.
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and found them all concenter'd in this excellent person, and indeed he was the great Object that lay before me and informed every part in the composing of it.
and found them all concentered in this excellent person, and indeed he was the great Object that lay before me and informed every part in the composing of it.
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But however, I am not contented only to say of the present Subject, that he paid a just observance and obedience to his Prince, which every good Men certainly does,
But however, I am not contented only to say of the present Subject, that he paid a just observance and Obedience to his Prince, which every good Men Certainly does,
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Never man had a Heart so full of Allegiance and Love to his Sovereign as he had, which both his Actions and his Discourse did well express upon all Occasions.
Never man had a Heart so full of Allegiance and Love to his Sovereign as he had, which both his Actions and his Discourse did well express upon all Occasions.
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And as 'tis affirmed of Love, that it overcomes all things, so I am sure he through the Strength of this Affection would very readily have adventured himself upon any the most difficult Enterprizes for the Just Prerogatives of the Crown,
And as it's affirmed of Love, that it overcomes all things, so I am sure he through the Strength of this Affection would very readily have adventured himself upon any the most difficult Enterprises for the Just Prerogatives of the Crown,
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and so deprive himself of the mighty pleasure of free acting? I say what motive to this could he have, whose high exaltation had placed him above the Reason of complying with any from fear, or favour;
and so deprive himself of the mighty pleasure of free acting? I say what motive to this could he have, whose high exaltation had placed him above the Reason of complying with any from Fear, or favour;
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and that from the present View of so much Worth in him, I might found an Argument of Eternal Comfort to all those that were related to him, Not to be sorry as those without hope for those that die in the Lord.
and that from the present View of so much Worth in him, I might found an Argument of Eternal Comfort to all those that were related to him, Not to be sorry as those without hope for those that die in the Lord.
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although Death be here denounced as a threatning, yet it is the exceeding happiness and advantage of a good Man. What a sad thing would it be to spend an Eternity in this Life,
although Death be Here denounced as a threatening, yet it is the exceeding happiness and advantage of a good Man. What a sad thing would it be to spend an Eternity in this Life,
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to be ever concerned in that Impertinent Imployment of a Reasonable Soul to manage and think of the trifling Objects of this World, things that are so unsuitable to it;
to be ever concerned in that Impertinent Employment of a Reasonable Soul to manage and think of the trifling Objects of this World, things that Are so unsuitable to it;
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whether we shall freely meditate or no, and then when we are in a fit posture of thinking, we must beg the favour of our outward Affairs, that they would be quiet,
whither we shall freely meditate or no, and then when we Are in a fit posture of thinking, we must beg the favour of our outward Affairs, that they would be quiet,
or of a degenerate habit of mind, that it would suspend its wordly concernments, or else we shall use this great faculty of thinking only upon vile and abject things, such as are most unworthy of it;
or of a degenerate habit of mind, that it would suspend its wordly concernments, or Else we shall use this great faculty of thinking only upon vile and abject things, such as Are most unworthy of it;
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always to have our Felicities such an accidental thing, depending upon so many hits and chances of Temper, that it seldom happens not to recompence the thousandth part of our other Miseries,
always to have our Felicities such an accidental thing, depending upon so many hits and chances of Temper, that it seldom happens not to recompense the thousandth part of our other Misery's,
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but rather an Instance of Divine Love and Mercy to us, that God should contract our Days and Abode in this World, from well nigh a Thousand Years, to Threescore and Ten, (a sufficient time still in such dull Enjoyments) and if we had but the True Faith and Hope of Christians in us, we should thank God for it.
but rather an Instance of Divine Love and Mercy to us, that God should contract our Days and Abided in this World, from well High a Thousand years, to Threescore and Ten, (a sufficient time still in such dull Enjoyments) and if we had but the True Faith and Hope of Christians in us, we should thank God for it.
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To which, God Almighty in his due time bring us all, to a second Enjoyment and happy Communion with our Pious Friends gone before us, to whom with his Blessed Son,
To which, God Almighty in his due time bring us all, to a second Enjoyment and happy Communion with our Pious Friends gone before us, to whom with his Blessed Son,
How much be intended the good of the Crown, and Episcopal Church. See his Acts of Parli. in Scotland. Parl. 2. Caroll. 2. Acts 1, 5, 6. par 2 Sess. 2. Acts 4, 5, 7. Par. 2. Sess. 3. Acts 9.17.
How much be intended the good of the Crown, and Episcopal Church. See his Acts of Parli. in Scotland. Parl. 2. Carol. 2. Acts 1, 5, 6. par 2 Sess. 2. Acts 4, 5, 7. Par. 2. Sess. 3. Acts 9.17.
