The season for Englands selfe-reflection and advancing temple-vvork discovered in a sermon preached to the two Houses of Parliament at Margarets Westminster, Aug. 13, 1644, being an extraordinary day of humiliation / by Thomas Hill ...
as to observe the originall Language, in which the Holy men of God spake, and to borrow what light you can from the neighbouring words, in the context; so withall very seriously to inquire into the Method of the severall bookes among themselves;
as to observe the original Language, in which the Holy men of God spoke, and to borrow what Light you can from the neighbouring words, in the context; so withal very seriously to inquire into the Method of the several books among themselves;
In the generall were you well acquainted with the five Books of Moses, (they being the Basiso•ll the I•st) It were a good preparation for your more intimate knowledge of the whole frame of Scripture.
In the general were you well acquainted with the five Books of Moses, (they being the Basiso•ll the I•st) It were a good preparation for your more intimate knowledge of the Whole frame of Scripture.
Then for the particulars, if you would clearly understand the Psalmes, read the Books of Samuel much, especially the Second; many of the Psalmes being penned occasionally, upon some passage of Story there mentioned, they will thence receive much light,
Then for the particulars, if you would clearly understand the Psalms, read the Books of Samuel much, especially the Second; many of the Psalms being penned occasionally, upon Some passage of Story there mentioned, they will thence receive much Light,
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And if you desire to bee well versed in the Proph••e, read over and over the two Bookes of the King•, and the Second Booke of Chronicles, where you have the History of the Kings of Israel and Judab, in whose dayes the severall Prophets did prophecy;
And if you desire to be well versed in the Proph••e, read over and over the two Books of the King•, and the Second Book of Chronicles, where you have the History of the Kings of Israel and Judah, in whose days the several prophets did prophecy;
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as doubtlesse in the New Testament, d•stinct knowledge of the Story of the Acts of the Apostles, would make many of their Epistles much more familiar to you.
as doubtless in the New Testament, d•stinct knowledge of the Story of the Acts of the Apostles, would make many of their Epistles much more familiar to you.
You must not conceive (as too many doe) that the Res gestae, the things contained in the Scripture, were acted in the same order, wherein the Bookes are ordinarily ranked up in your Bibles. Let none thinke that Isaiah was the first of the Prophets in order, of prophecying, because hee is now placed first; (Learned men conclude out of 2 Kings 13. 25. that Jon•h prophecyed first of all the sixteen Prophets) Nor that Pauls Epistles to the Romans, and to the Corinthians, were the first hee wrote,
You must not conceive (as too many do) that the Rest gestae, the things contained in the Scripture, were acted in the same order, wherein the Books Are ordinarily ranked up in your Bibles. Let none think that Isaiah was the First of the prophets in order, of prophesying, Because he is now placed First; (Learned men conclude out of 2 Kings 13. 25. that Jon•h prophesied First of all the sixteen prophets) Nor that Paul's Epistles to the Roman, and to the Corinthians, were the First he wrote,
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because now so placed amongst the Bookes of the New Testament. They who mind the story of the Acts of the Apostles, affirm the Epistles to the Thessalonians, to have the precedence.
Because now so placed among the Books of the New Testament. They who mind the story of the Acts of the Apostles, affirm the Epistles to the Thessalonians, to have the precedence.
Who ever ranked the Bookes of the Prophets, and the Epistles of the Apostle Paul, did rather consider the quantity of the volume then the order of the Contents in them.
Who ever ranked the Books of the prophets, and the Epistles of the Apostle Paul, did rather Consider the quantity of the volume then the order of the Contents in them.
It's true, whereas the Prophets are ordinari•y cast into three rankes, some who prophecyed before the captivity of Babylon, as Isaiah, Jeremiah, and others, giving the people warning of it, some who were appointed to bring them cordials, in the captivity, as Ezekiel, and Daniel; some to quicken and direct them,
It's true, whereas the prophets Are ordinari•y cast into three ranks, Some who prophesied before the captivity of Babylon, as Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Others, giving the people warning of it, Some who were appointed to bring them cordials, in the captivity, as Ezekielem, and daniel; Some to quicken and Direct them,
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If you please to cast your eye upon Ezra 5. ver. 1. there you shall finde, upon the cessation of the building of the Temple, mentioned, Ezra 4. 23, 24. God stirred up Haggai, and Zechariah, to prophecy to the •ews,
If you please to cast your eye upon Ezra 5. ver. 1. there you shall find, upon the cessation of the building of the Temple, mentioned, Ezra 4. 23, 24. God stirred up Chaggai, and Zechariah, to prophecy to the •ews,
as here, Hag. 1. 1. The word of the Lord came by Haggai the Prophet unto Zerubbabel, the sonne of Shealtiel Governour of Judah, and to Joshuah the sonne of Josedech the High Priest, whom hee finds readily willing to bee ingaged in Gods work;
as Here, Hag. 1. 1. The word of the Lord Come by Chaggai the Prophet unto Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel Governor of Judah, and to Joshua the son of Josedech the High Priest, whom he finds readily willing to be engaged in God's work;
and to concurre with God in his great worke, as appeares most clearely, Ezra 5. 2. and Hag. 1. 14. where you have a most proper Echo to Haggai his Sermon, a joynt contribution of their indevours, The Lord stirred up the spirit of Zerubbabel, the spirit of Joshuah, and the spirit of all the remn•nt of the people,
and to concur with God in his great work, as appears most clearly, Ezra 5. 2. and Hag. 1. 14. where you have a most proper Echo to Chaggai his Sermon, a joint contribution of their endeavours, The Lord stirred up the Spirit of Zerubbabel, the Spirit of Joshua, and the Spirit of all the remn•nt of the people,
And when the Lord intended to imploy Luther for the discovering and confounding the Abominations and usurpations of the Pope, what a Traine was there laid for that work, in the unexpected concurrence of others with him at that very time? Then were there some great persons stirred up by God, to appeare for him and protect him from the fury of his Adversaries,
And when the Lord intended to employ Luther for the discovering and confounding the Abominations and usurpations of the Pope, what a Train was there laid for that work, in the unexpected concurrence of Others with him At that very time? Then were there Some great Persons stirred up by God, to appear for him and Pact him from the fury of his Adversaries,
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when the Lord was pleased to arise to have mercy upon his Sion, first in Scotland, and now in England; what a constellation of providences hath appeared, in awakening the spirits of so many, to bee vigorously active for the blessed worke of Reformation? According to that in Psal. 110. 3. The people are willing in the day of his power.
when the Lord was pleased to arise to have mercy upon his Sion, First in Scotland, and now in England; what a constellation of providences hath appeared, in awakening the spirits of so many, to be vigorously active for the blessed work of Reformation? According to that in Psalm 110. 3. The people Are willing in the day of his power.
Some of our Zerubbabels, of our Joshuahs, and of the remnant of our people, have been more willing then formerly to bee ingaged in Temple-worke. God will either finde or make Instruments to serve his purpose in advancing his owne great designe.
some of our Zerubbabels, of our Joshua's, and of the remnant of our people, have been more willing then formerly to be engaged in Temple work. God will either find or make Instruments to serve his purpose in advancing his own great Design.
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First, begins with complaints to their negligent intermission, in the Lords Worke, discovering the carnall principle, which did mis-lead them, ver. 2. This people say, the time is not come, the time that the Lords house should bee built.
First, begins with complaints to their negligent intermission, in the lords Work, discovering the carnal principle, which did mislead them, ver. 2. This people say, the time is not come, the time that the lords house should be built.
They will bee so presumptuous as to devolve their negligence in re-edifying the Temple upon Gods providence, as if by those lets which had been an hinderance unto them, God had showne, that hee would have the worke deferred till some other time,
They will be so presumptuous as to devolve their negligence in re-edifying the Temple upon God's providence, as if by those lets which had been an hindrance unto them, God had shown, that he would have the work deferred till Some other time,
and rather then they will bee put out of their pace, they will likewise cast reproach upon the zeale and forwardnesse of those who began to lay the foundation of the Temple, so soone after they returned from the Captivity.
and rather then they will be put out of their pace, they will likewise cast reproach upon the zeal and forwardness of those who began to lay the Foundation of the Temple, so soon After they returned from the Captivity.
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as carnall in all ages, are acted by the same principles) they cry impetuously, What need wee bee so forward in Reformation? cannot wee stay and do things by degrees? Oh how long doe you thinke should Haggai, Zerubbabel, and Joshuah, have stayed for the building of the Temple,
as carnal in all ages, Are acted by the same principles) they cry impetuously, What need we be so forward in Reformation? cannot we stay and do things by Degrees? O how long do you think should Chaggai, Zerubbabel, and Joshua, have stayed for the building of the Temple,
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if they had waited till Rehum the Chancellour, Shimshai the Scribe, the Samaritan, and the slothfull party had been willing, heartily to joyn with them? even as long as our Brethren of Scotland, and Gods servants in England should have expected,
if they had waited till Rehum the Chancellor, Shimshai the Scribe, the Samaritan, and the slothful party had been willing, heartily to join with them? even as long as our Brothers of Scotland, and God's Servants in England should have expected,
before the Popish and Prelaticall party will concurre with them to advance a Scripture Reformation. They all will still bee pretending something for their delayes.
before the Popish and Prelatical party will concur with them to advance a Scripture Reformation. They all will still be pretending something for their delays.
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But the Prophet well knew that the true reason of their intermittings was the contempt of Gods service, and their carnall affection to their own ease and pompe. This hee further reproves and confute•, ver. 3, 4, 5, 6. by two arguments.
But the Prophet well knew that the true reason of their intermittings was the contempt of God's service, and their carnal affection to their own ease and pomp. This he further reproves and confute•, ver. 3, 4, 5, 6. by two Arguments.
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an •abitation for the mighty God of Jacob. Psal. 132. 2, 3. 5. And as unanswerable was this carriage of theirs to all that distinguishing respect and indulgence which God had vouchsafed them, in preserving and bringing them out of the Babylonish prison.
an •abitation for the mighty God of Jacob. Psalm 132. 2, 3. 5. And as unanswerable was this carriage of theirs to all that distinguishing respect and indulgence which God had vouchsafed them, in preserving and bringing them out of the Babylonish prison.
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but divers times in this Chapter, and in such other places of Scripture, where the people of God met with Armies of adversaries to hinder them from building the Temple;
but diverse times in this Chapter, and in such other places of Scripture, where the people of God met with Armies of Adversaries to hinder them from building the Temple;
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When the People of God conflict with much opposition in doing his great worke, then especially is hee pleased to make known himselfe, as the Lord of Hoasts.
When the People of God conflict with much opposition in doing his great work, then especially is he pleased to make known himself, as the Lord of Hosts.
Indeed when Adam had fallen, then it is 〈 ◊ 〉 Tsebaoth, ever since God said, Gen. 3. 15. I will put enmity betwixt the Serpent and the woman; and between their seed:
Indeed when Adam had fallen, then it is 〈 ◊ 〉 Tsebaoth, ever since God said, Gen. 3. 15. I will put enmity betwixt the Serpent and the woman; and between their seed:
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Answ. It is the great wisdome and goodnesse of God, to represent himselfe by such Names, Titles, Relations, and Resemblances, as may most sutably discover his owne Glorious excellencies,
Answer It is the great Wisdom and Goodness of God, to represent himself by such Names, Titles, Relations, and Resemblances, as may most suitably discover his own Glorious excellencies,
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as the God of Peace, 1 Thess. 5. 23. but seldome as the Lord of Hoas•• I can remember it but twice there, in Rom. 9. 29. and in Jam. 5. 4. though in some copies, in Jam•• it is mis-printed, the Lord of Sabbath, in stead of Lord of 〈 ◊ 〉.
as the God of Peace, 1 Thess 5. 23. but seldom as the Lord of Hoas•• I can Remember it but twice there, in Rom. 9. 29. and in Jam. 5. 4. though in Some copies, in Jam•• it is misprinted, the Lord of Sabbath, in stead of Lord of 〈 ◊ 〉.
In the second chapter of Haggai, you have it five times in foure verses, as in the 6, 7, 8, 9. verses, and in the eighth Chapter of Zachary, which consists but of three and twenty verses, you have no lesse than eighteen times, The Lord of Hoasts.
In the second chapter of Chaggai, you have it five times in foure Verses, as in the 6, 7, 8, 9. Verses, and in the eighth Chapter of Zachary, which consists but of three and twenty Verses, you have no less than eighteen times, The Lord of Hosts.
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Then let us this day lye before God, with an humble satisfaction of spirit, in the midst of all these commotions and confusions that are now in England, or any of the three Kingdomes. Our God being the Lord of Hoasts, could have prevented them,
Then let us this day lie before God, with an humble satisfaction of Spirit, in the midst of all these commotions and confusions that Are now in England, or any of the three Kingdoms. Our God being the Lord of Hosts, could have prevented them,
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Hee knows how to preserve his Friends, and to reserve his Adversaries, 2 Pet. 2. 9. Hee who can command light to shine out of darkenesse, 2 Cor, 4. 6. can as easily bring order out of confusion;
He knows how to preserve his Friends, and to reserve his Adversaries, 2 Pet. 2. 9. He who can command Light to shine out of darkness, 2 Cor, 4. 6. can as Easily bring order out of confusion;
and unlesse hee could bring good out of evill, hee who is the Supreame Governour of the whole world, would never suffer any evill to befall his People.
and unless he could bring good out of evil, he who is the Supreme Governor of the Whole world, would never suffer any evil to befall his People.
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as they may doe execution according to the Counsell of his will, and all in reference to his grand designe, The advancing his own great Name in the salvation of his People.
as they may do execution according to the Counsel of his will, and all in Referente to his grand Design, The advancing his own great Name in the salvation of his People.
and the wicked prosper, (mis-interpreting such providences, humours and feeds Atheisme) why should not you allow God the honour of his Soveraignty? Hee is the Lord of Hoasts,
and the wicked prosper, (Misinterpreting such providences, humours and feeds Atheism) why should not you allow God the honour of his Sovereignty? He is the Lord of Hosts,
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for all flesh to bee silent before him, Zach. 2. 13. and in stormy times to saile by the Psalmists Compasse, Psal. 37. 7. be• silent to the Lord, and waite patiently for him.
for all Flesh to be silent before him, Zach 2. 13. and in stormy times to sail by the Psalmists Compass, Psalm 37. 7. be• silent to the Lord, and wait patiently for him.
Carnall feare betrayes reason, as well as faith, when it is predominant: Thousands in England have found this true by wofull experience, who out of distrustfull feares, chusing rather to sin than to suffer, have miserably insnared themselves,
Carnal Fear betrays reason, as well as faith, when it is predominant: Thousands in England have found this true by woeful experience, who out of distrustful fears, choosing rather to sin than to suffer, have miserably Ensnared themselves,
Hence hee gives a challenge to those mountainous Adversaries who did hinder Zerubbabel in Temple-work: Zach. 4. 7. Who art the••, O great Mountain? before Zerubbabel thou shalt become a plaine,
Hence he gives a challenge to those mountainous Adversaries who did hinder Zerubbabel in Temple work: Zach 4. 7. Who art the••, Oh great Mountain? before Zerubbabel thou shalt become a plain,
What though enemies doe most proudly insult? then remember what the Lord saith, Zeph. 2. 8, 9, 10. I have heard the reproach of Moab, and the revilings of the children of Ammon, whereby they have reproached my people,
What though enemies do most proudly insult? then Remember what the Lord Says, Zephaniah 2. 8, 9, 10. I have herd the reproach of Moab, and the revilings of the children of Ammon, whereby they have reproached my people,
Therefore, as I live, saith the Lord of Hosts, the God of Israel, surely Moab shall bee as Sodom, and the children of Ammon as Gomorrah, even the breeding of netles and saltpits, and a perpetuall desolation:
Therefore, as I live, Says the Lord of Hosts, the God of Israel, surely Moab shall be as Sodom, and the children of Ammon as Gomorrah, even the breeding of nettles and Saltpits, and a perpetual desolation:
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Suppose your Army should bee in straits, the cause is still the same, and your God is still Lord of Hosts, possibly this may bee his Method, to our Redemption,
Suppose your Army should be in straits, the cause is still the same, and your God is still Lord of Hosts, possibly this may be his Method, to our Redemption,
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As you indevour to fortifie your selves, and the Kingdome against numerous adversaries, so with all bee sure to cry mightily by Prayer to him who is the God of Hosts.
As you endeavour to fortify your selves, and the Kingdom against numerous Adversaries, so with all be sure to cry mightily by Prayer to him who is the God of Hosts.
In these times of sad and bloody distractions in all the three Kingdomes, when so many are up in Armes, concurring with the Irish Rebells, who would plunder us of our Religion and lives,
In these times of sad and bloody distractions in all the three Kingdoms, when so many Are up in Arms, concurring with the Irish Rebels, who would plunder us of our Religion and lives,
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it is a most proper season for us all, to muster up our teares and sighes, to besiege Heaven with our importunities, that wee may ingage the Lord of Hosts to appeare on our side;
it is a most proper season for us all, to muster up our tears and sighs, to besiege Heaven with our importunities, that we may engage the Lord of Hosts to appear on our side;
remember how the forlish man reproacheth thee daily, forget not the voyce of thine enemies, the tumult of those that rise up against thee increaseth continually.
Remember how the forlish man Reproacheth thee daily, forget not the voice of thine enemies, the tumult of those that rise up against thee increases continually.
You may read Exod. 17. 11. When Moses held up his hand Israel prevailed, and when hee let down his hand Amalek prevailed. This listing up of his hands was partly to hold forth the Red, as an Ensigne to strengthen the Faith of the Souldiers,
You may read Exod 17. 11. When Moses held up his hand Israel prevailed, and when he let down his hand Amalek prevailed. This listing up of his hands was partly to hold forth the Read, as an Ensign to strengthen the Faith of the Soldiers,
Here you may see a different successe of the Israelites, accompanying the different gesture of Moses body, by the wise providence of God, appointed to bee a reall expression, both how forcible Moses prayers were,
Here you may see a different success of the Israelites, accompanying the different gesture of Moses body, by the wise providence of God, appointed to be a real expression, both how forcible Moses Prayers were,
Who would not then, night and day lift up their hearts and hands, making use of their interest in the Lord of Hosts, in the behalfe of his conflicting people?
Who would not then, night and day lift up their hearts and hands, making use of their Interest in the Lord of Hosts, in the behalf of his conflicting people?
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How did Jacob overcome inraged Esau, but by overcomming with his Prayers, the Great God of heaven, who hath a Throne in all mens spirits? God was pleased,
How did Jacob overcome enraged Esau, but by overcoming with his Prayers, the Great God of heaven, who hath a Throne in all men's spirits? God was pleased,
as appeares in Gen. 32. 24. to con•iescend to wrastle with Jacob, both for his instruction, and his consolation, hee would teach him hereby that hee must be content to bee a wrastler, and that therein hee should bee victorious. Jacob had power with him and prevailed,
as appears in Gen. 32. 24. to con•iescend to wrestle with Jacob, both for his instruction, and his consolation, he would teach him hereby that he must be content to be a wrestler, and that therein he should be victorious. Jacob had power with him and prevailed,
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when hee wept and made supplications into him, Hos. 12. 4. who in ver. 7. is the Lord of Hosts. Hee wrastled with him by his importunity in prayer, Gen. 32. 26. I will not let thee goe except thou blesse mee.
when he wept and made supplications into him, Hos. 12. 4. who in ver. 7. is the Lord of Hosts. He wrestled with him by his importunity in prayer, Gen. 32. 26. I will not let thee go except thou bless me.
and resolve to take no denyall, say every one, I will not let the Lord of H•sts goe till hee blesse us with hopes of a gracious deliverance from our desolating troubles.
and resolve to take no denial, say every one, I will not let the Lord of H•sts go till he bless us with hope's of a gracious deliverance from our desolating Troubles.
Admit your Army bee in great straits, so was Asa and his Army, 2 Chron. 14. you may read ver. 9. A mighty Host of a thousand thousand, came out against him.
Admit your Army be in great straits, so was Asa and his Army, 2 Chronicles 14. you may read for. 9. A mighty Host of a thousand thousand, Come out against him.
and thereby was triumphantly victorious, ver. 12, 13, 14, 15. So the Lord smote the Aethiopi•ns before Asa, &c. The Parliament hath Asaes advantage, they appeare in the Cause of God, they may with the more boldnesse presse the Lord of Hosts to ingage himselfe for them;
and thereby was triumphantly victorious, ver. 12, 13, 14, 15. So the Lord smote the Aethiopi•ns before Asa, etc. The Parliament hath Asa's advantage, they appear in the Cause of God, they may with the more boldness press the Lord of Hosts to engage himself for them;
ver. 6. from his powerfull providence, and from their former experience, from Gods promise, from the Enemies, and their cruell opposition, ver. 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11. And lastly, hee appeales to God himselfe with much Rhetorick, ver. 12. O our God, wilt not thou judge them? for wee have no night against this great company, that commeth against us, neither know wee what to doe,
for. 6. from his powerful providence, and from their former experience, from God's promise, from the Enemies, and their cruel opposition, ver. 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11. And lastly, he appeals to God himself with much Rhetoric, ver. 12. O our God, wilt not thou judge them? for we have no night against this great company, that comes against us, neither know we what to do,
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Why should not wee take this course? Wee have been for many moneths, and for some yeeres ingaged in a bloody warre, wee have in severall Battailes appealed to the sword for justice upon the Sonnes of violence, (the Campe is the supreame Judicatory) let us now goe one step higher;
Why should not we take this course? we have been for many months, and for Some Years engaged in a bloody war, we have in several Battles appealed to the sword for Justice upon the Sons of violence, (the Camp is the supreme Judicatory) let us now go one step higher;
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So let us appeale from enemies, yea and look above Instruments, let us put our cause and all our affaires of greatest concernment, into the hands of the Lord of Hosts, desiring him to judge betwixt us and our adversaries.
So let us appeal from enemies, yea and look above Instruments, let us put our cause and all our affairs of greatest concernment, into the hands of the Lord of Hosts, desiring him to judge betwixt us and our Adversaries.
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Hang confidently upon that branch of his own word, Jer. 50. 33, 34. Thus saith the Lord of Hosts, the children of Israel and the children of Judah, were oppressed together, and all that took them captives held them fast, they refused to let them goe;
Hang confidently upon that branch of his own word, Jer. 50. 33, 34. Thus Says the Lord of Hosts, the children of Israel and the children of Judah, were oppressed together, and all that took them captives held them fast, they refused to let them go;
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As you waite e•pecting that the Lord should make good your Petitions, so you should worke and do good according unto them, (by your prayers you ingage your selves as well as God.) This were an excellent temper of Spirit in these conflicting times.
As you wait e•pecting that the Lord should make good your Petitions, so you should work and do good according unto them, (by your Prayers you engage your selves as well as God.) This were an excellent temper of Spirit in these conflicting times.
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You have good Jehosaphat in the same place, 2 Chron. 20. for your happy pattern herein, ver. 20. &c. hee did very industriously act, consult, as well as pray.
You have good Jehoshaphat in the same place, 2 Chronicles 20. for your happy pattern herein, ver. 20. etc. he did very industriously act, consult, as well as pray.
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The Lord of Hosts so wonderfully appeared for him against his adversaries, that rather then they should prevaile, they should help to conquer and destroy one another, ver. 23. Come we now to the second observation;
The Lord of Hosts so wonderfully appeared for him against his Adversaries, that rather then they should prevail, they should help to conquer and destroy one Another, ver. 23. Come we now to the second observation;
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& 7. Now therefore, to consider their wayes, being their endeavors did not prosper, verse 6. Yee have sown• much and bring in little, yee eate and have not enough, yee drink &c. in divers kinds Gods disfavour was manifested, whereupon he calls on them, ver. 7. to consider their ways. Hence learn;
& 7. Now Therefore, to Consider their ways, being their endeavors did not prosper, verse 6. Ye have sown• much and bring in little, ye eat and have not enough, ye drink etc. in diverse Kinds God's disfavour was manifested, whereupon he calls on them, ver. 7. to Consider their ways. Hence Learn;
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When the hand of God is stretched out against a people, it is then a proper season for them to set their hearts upon their wayes, and seriously to consider them.
When the hand of God is stretched out against a people, it is then a proper season for them to Set their hearts upon their ways, and seriously to Consider them.
Consider your wayes. It is in the Hebrew, set your hearts upon your wayes, doe not onely by direct acts in a brutish manner, follow on what is before you,
Consider your ways. It is in the Hebrew, Set your hearts upon your ways, do not only by Direct acts in a brutish manner, follow on what is before you,
The Devill well knows the spirituall advantage that may be gained by this practice, and therefore doth still with all his might upon every occasion oppose it.
The devil well knows the spiritual advantage that may be gained by this practice, and Therefore does still with all his might upon every occasion oppose it.
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You shall ordinarily find, that people are more easily drawne to read then to pray, and will sooner be perswaded to move in a track of customary praying, then seriously to consider themselves:
You shall ordinarily find, that people Are more Easily drawn to read then to pray, and will sooner be persuaded to move in a track of customary praying, then seriously to Consider themselves:
and will very frequently repine at the dispensations of Gods providence; whereas the proper worke were to apply themselves to a serious consideration of their owne wayes.
and will very frequently repine At the dispensations of God's providence; whereas the proper work were to apply themselves to a serious consideration of their own ways.
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When you feele the smart of an evill of punishment, then you should bee searching for the evill of sinne; consider then both the inflicting and the procuring cause, who it is that smiles, and why he smites.
When you feel the smart of an evil of punishment, then you should be searching for the evil of sin; Consider then both the inflicting and the procuring cause, who it is that smiles, and why he smites.
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Because such inside worke, as it is a good fruit of Heavenly wisedome, so it may bee an evidence of our sincerity, which will prove an excellent cordiall to cheare us in evil dayes.
Because such inside work, as it is a good fruit of Heavenly Wisdom, so it may be an evidence of our sincerity, which will prove an excellent cordial to cheer us in evil days.
Hypocrisie may teach us to multiply out-side performances, sincerity draws the heart inwards to selfe-reflection, and to employ it selfe upon its owne wayes, by self-considering and self-judging.
Hypocrisy may teach us to multiply outside performances, sincerity draws the heart inward to self-reflection, and to employ it self upon its own ways, by self-considering and Self-judging.
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hence the Lord complaines of their wickednesse appearing herein, No man saith What have I done, Jer, 8. 6. But the more seriously any lay out their thoughts how to discover the evill of their owne wayes, the greater matter of rejoycing they have at home, what ever evils they meet withall abroad. The testimony of such a conscience in the worst times, would bee a continuall feast, when to him that wants it, All the dayes of the afflicted are evill, Prov. 15. 15.
hence the Lord complains of their wickedness appearing herein, No man Says What have I done, Jer, 8. 6. But the more seriously any lay out their thoughts how to discover the evil of their own ways, the greater matter of rejoicing they have At home, what ever evils they meet withal abroad. The testimony of such a conscience in the worst times, would be a continual feast, when to him that Wants it, All the days of the afflicted Are evil, Curae 15. 15.
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Secondly, considering of our wayes is the most proper eccho of Gods correcting hand, and that spirituall emprovement hee expects wee should make of his chastising us, Mic. 6. 9. The Lords voice cryeth unto the City,
Secondly, considering of our ways is the most proper echo of God's correcting hand, and that spiritual improvement he expects we should make of his chastising us, Mic. 6. 9. The lords voice Cries unto the city,
Our present Rod which hath whipped so many thousands to death, since this unnaturall Warre began, preacheth this doctrine of self-consideration unto ENGLAND.
Our present Rod which hath whipped so many thousands to death, since this unnatural War began, Preacheth this Doctrine of self-consideration unto ENGLAND.
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In 1 King. 8. Solomon makes divers Prayers at the dedication of the Temple, answerable to the severall exigents of Gods people, one is that God would heare their prayers, and maintaine their cause when they goe out to battell against their enemies, vers. 44, 45. And suppose they then sinne against God and provoke him to deliver them into the hand of the enemy:
In 1 King. 8. Solomon makes diverse Prayers At the dedication of the Temple, answerable to the several exigents of God's people, one is that God would hear their Prayers, and maintain their cause when they go out to battle against their enemies, vers. 44, 45. And suppose they then sin against God and provoke him to deliver them into the hand of the enemy:
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Where you see that retiring into their own hearts, and bringing their hearts upon their wayes, is that which the Lord lookes for in the evill day, before they shall find deliverance.
Where you see that retiring into their own hearts, and bringing their hearts upon their ways, is that which the Lord looks for in the evil day, before they shall find deliverance.
When this is wanting hee complaines by his Prophets, as of Israel in Amos 4. yet have yee not returned unto me, this expression is found foure severall times in the same Chapter, ver. 6, 8, 10, 11. They did not return unto the Lord, because by his judgments they did not first learn to return into themselves.
When this is wanting he complains by his prophets, as of Israel in Amos 4. yet have ye not returned unto me, this expression is found foure several times in the same Chapter, ver. 6, 8, 10, 11. They did not return unto the Lord, Because by his Judgments they did not First Learn to return into themselves.
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Thirdly, because consideration of our wayes is the most compendious method to our self-humbling, and self-reforming, and the Scripture way to obtaine reconci••ation with God. David first considered his wayes, before hee turned his feet unto Gods testimonies, Psal. 119. 59. The Prodigall Sonne came first home to himselfe, Luke 15. 17. by the consideration of his former evill wayes,
Thirdly, Because consideration of our ways is the most compendious method to our Self-humbling, and self-reforming, and the Scripture Way to obtain reconci••ation with God. David First considered his ways, before he turned his feet unto God's testimonies, Psalm 119. 59. The Prodigal Son Come First home to himself, Lycia 15. 17. by the consideration of his former evil ways,
And then when once a sinner by his self-reflection hath learned to renounce his evils, the Lord is most ready to embrace him as a reconciled Father, with the sweetest evidences, of his love and favour, Esa. 1. 16, 17, 18. When you have learned by considering your wayes, to put away the evill of your doings from before Gods eyes:
And then when once a sinner by his self-reflection hath learned to renounce his evils, the Lord is most ready to embrace him as a reconciled Father, with the Sweetest evidences, of his love and favour, Isaiah 1. 16, 17, 18. When you have learned by considering your ways, to put away the evil of your doings from before God's eyes:
By all which it clearly appeares, that as we desire a comfortable argument of our owne sincerity, to make a wise emprovement of the correcting hand of our God, to bee loosened more from sinne, and to enjoy more sweet evidences of the favour of our God, in evill times especially,
By all which it clearly appears, that as we desire a comfortable argument of our own sincerity, to make a wise improvement of the correcting hand of our God, to be loosened more from sin, and to enjoy more sweet evidences of the favour of our God, in evil times especially,
What? when God is breaking downe what hee hath built, when God is plucking up what hee hath planted; what now art thou a seeking great things for thy selfe? Seeke them not.
What? when God is breaking down what he hath built, when God is plucking up what he hath planted; what now art thou a seeking great things for thy self? Seek them not.
and their owne secular advantages in troublesome times, when they should bee concurring with their God in his dispensations. The Lord expects that his Judgements should drive you off from Creature comforts, into your selves, and to thinke upon your owne wayes, that so thereby you might be drawne to neerer communion with himselfe. This were proper language for these blacke and bloody times; to bee able to overlooke your selfe-respects and advantages,
and their own secular advantages in troublesome times, when they should be concurring with their God in his dispensations. The Lord expects that his Judgments should drive you off from Creature comforts, into your selves, and to think upon your own ways, that so thereby you might be drawn to nearer communion with himself. This were proper language for these black and bloody times; to be able to overlook your self-respects and advantages,
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Secondly, another Error is of such who set their hearts and thoughts much to consider when 〈 ◊ 〉 wayes, that they overlooke and neglect their own. Too too many there are, who can write characters upon divers others, yet are great strangers to themselves. They are indeed NONLATINALPHABET, busie-bodies in other mens matters, Bishops in other mens Diocesses:
Secondly, Another Error is of such who Set their hearts and thoughts much to Consider when 〈 ◊ 〉 ways, that they overlook and neglect their own. Too too many there Are, who can write characters upon diverse Others, yet Are great Strangers to themselves. They Are indeed, busybodies in other men's matters, Bishops in other men's Dioceses:
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and to arraigne many as Ineendiaries and Malignants; (and yet never consider how many sticks wee our selves have gathered to enflame this desolating Warre.
and to arraign many as Ineendiaries and Malignants; (and yet never Consider how many sticks we our selves have gathered to inflame this desolating War.
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This error is so much the more dangerous, because it is so common, and withall so unbeseeming the children of God, who ought presently to reflect by self-consideration,
This error is so much the more dangerous, Because it is so Common, and withal so unbeseeming the children of God, who ought presently to reflect by self-consideration,
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If when the hand of God is stretched out against us, it bee a proper season to consider our wayes then, Behold here Caveat against carnall security, especially, in evill dayes,
If when the hand of God is stretched out against us, it be a proper season to Consider our ways then, Behold Here Caveat against carnal security, especially, in evil days,
It argues a most wretched frame of spirit to fall on sleepe even under the Rod, for any to grow secure in some, when God is whipping for sinne, is a signe of desperate wickednesse.
It argues a most wretched frame of Spirit to fallen on sleep even under the Rod, for any to grow secure in Some, when God is whipping for sin, is a Signen of desperate wickedness.
God expects and takes it for granted that, as in Esa. 26. 9. when his judgements are in the earth, the inhabitants of the world will learne righteousnesse:
God expects and Takes it for granted that, as in Isaiah 26. 9. when his Judgments Are in the earth, the inhabitants of the world will Learn righteousness:
This doth no question multiply our Rods, and draw our the Warre from Summer to Winter, from Winter to Summer; (and who knows how long it shall continue,
This does not question multiply our Rods, and draw our the War from Summer to Winter, from Winter to Summer; (and who knows how long it shall continue,
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You may observe a terrifying hint in Ezek. 9. 8, 9. when God was slaying them, as now hee is in England, they were very secure in sinfull wyes, vers. 9. the Land was full of blood,
You may observe a terrifying hint in Ezekiel 9. 8, 9. when God was slaying them, as now he is in England, they were very secure in sinful wyes, vers. 9. the Land was full of blood,
but then not a concurrent willingnesse on both sides at that time. 2. Sometimes when the Parliament Forces have had good successes, they have not been so happy in managing and pursuing, as in obtaining their victories. 3. Again, too often, in the very •ick of time for great action, there have been some passionate selvish clashings among counsellors, amongst Commanders, or both.
but then not a concurrent willingness on both sides At that time. 2. Sometime when the Parliament Forces have had good Successes, they have not been so happy in managing and pursuing, as in obtaining their victories. 3. Again, too often, in the very •ick of time for great actium, there have been Some passionate selvish clashings among counsellors, among Commanders, or both.
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But what lyes at the bottome of all this? Is there not a Jonah asleepe in the Ship, which occasions the storme? Are not wee still secure in our wonted sins? Doubtlesse, Gods wise hind so orders the great affaires of England, that we may feed longer upon the bitter fruits of our own wicked wayes, which wee have not yet seriously considered:
But what lies At the bottom of all this? Is there not a Jonah asleep in the Ship, which occasions the storm? are not we still secure in our wonted Sins? Doubtless, God's wise hind so order the great affairs of England, that we may feed longer upon the bitter fruits of our own wicked ways, which we have not yet seriously considered:
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Be perswaded, I beseech you, as you desire to approve your selves good Christians, good Patriots, emprove the hand of God that now lyes upon England, to a more full consideration of your owne wayes.
Be persuaded, I beseech you, as you desire to approve your selves good Christians, good Patriots, improve the hand of God that now lies upon England, to a more full consideration of your own ways.
because God is angry with you, therefore set your hearts upon your wayes. Religion should teach Christians not onely to meet God in the way of his ordinances,
Because God is angry with you, Therefore Set your hearts upon your ways. Religion should teach Christians not only to meet God in the Way of his ordinances,
It was their sinne, Jer. 8. 6. when God observed their carriage and language in evill dayes, They spake not aright, they made perverse interpretations of Gods Judgements, no man repented of his wicked•esse, saying, What have I done? The Lord expected that when hee spoke to them by his judgments, they should speake to them selves of their sinnes, saying, What have I done? what have J done?
It was their sin, Jer. 8. 6. when God observed their carriage and language in evil days, They spoke not aright, they made perverse interpretations of God's Judgments, no man repented of his wicked•esse, saying, What have I done? The Lord expected that when he spoke to them by his Judgments, they should speak to them selves of their Sins, saying, What have I done? what have J done?
And if you will be awakened to consider your wayes by any judgements, then me thinkes by the Sword, and most of all by such a devouring Sword as is now drawne in England, it being so great signe of Gods high displeasure against us.
And if you will be awakened to Consider your ways by any Judgments, then me thinks by the Sword, and most of all by such a devouring Sword as is now drawn in England, it being so great Signen of God's high displeasure against us.
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As in the naturall body, Physitians account those Diseases most dangerous, which are morbi complbi••••, where there is a concurrence of divers diseases;
As in the natural body, Physicians account those Diseases most dangerous, which Are Morbi complbi••••, where there is a concurrence of diverse diseases;
so in the body politick, we may call Warre, plag. compli•catissima; War for the most part, especially if it continue long, brings with it cruelty and oppression, breeds, prophanenesse and Atheisme; Germany hath had fad experience hereof, God grant England may not find and seele the same!
so in the body politic, we may call War, plag. compli•catissima; War for the most part, especially if it continue long, brings with it cruelty and oppression, breeds, profaneness and Atheism; Germany hath had fad experience hereof, God grant England may not find and seel the same!
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but that hee will keep the Sword from so much as going through the Land, because Armies of souldiers doe too often destroy Countries, not onely by fighting against them,
but that he will keep the Sword from so much as going through the Land, Because Armies of Soldiers do too often destroy Countries, not only by fighting against them,
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It were a seasonable study for us all, and an excellent point of wisdom for the greatest Counsellors, to find out the proper cause and remedy of these great evils which lie upon ENGLAND: wee may well say with the Prophet Jeremy, Chap. 9. 12. Who is the wise man that may understand this,
It were a seasonable study for us all, and an excellent point of Wisdom for the greatest Counsellors, to find out the proper cause and remedy of these great evils which lie upon ENGLAND: we may well say with the Prophet Jeremiah, Chap. 9. 12. Who is the wise man that may understand this,
and is burnt up like a wildernesse, that none passeth through? England hath a great stocke of prayers going in Scotland, in Germany, amongst the Protestants in France, and that gasping remnant in Ireland. Wee have had many solemne praying dayes at home, that this bloody Sword might be sheathed, we have often spoke that language;
and is burned up like a Wilderness, that none passes through? England hath a great stock of Prayers going in Scotland, in Germany, among the Protestants in France, and that gasping remnant in Ireland. we have had many solemn praying days At home, that this bloody Sword might be sheathed, we have often spoke that language;
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The Sword hath hither to answered us negatively, as in vers. 7. How can it be quiet seeing the Lord hath given it acharge against Askelon? If God will charge the Sword in England to ride circuit from North to West,
The Sword hath hither to answered us negatively, as in vers. 7. How can it be quiet seeing the Lord hath given it acharge against Ashkelon? If God will charge the Sword in England to ride circuit from North to West,
It was one of Solomons prayers to God, 1 Kings 8. 37, 38. If there were a pestilence, if there were a Caterpillar, or if their enemies besiege them in the Land, what prayer and supplication soever bee made by any man, or by all thy people Israel, which shall know every man 〈 ◊ 〉 plague of his owne heart, then •eare thou in Heaven thy dwelling place, and forgive.
It was one of Solomons Prayers to God, 1 Kings 8. 37, 38. If there were a pestilence, if there were a Caterpillar, or if their enemies besiege them in the Land, what prayer and supplication soever be made by any man, or by all thy people Israel, which shall know every man 〈 ◊ 〉 plague of his own heart, then •eare thou in Heaven thy Dwelling place, and forgive.
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As you desire the Lord should bee found of you, labour first to search and find out your owne bosome Achan. Wee feele by lamentable experience, the Lord still maintaines a controversie with the Land;
As you desire the Lord should be found of you, labour First to search and find out your own bosom achan. we feel by lamentable experience, the Lord still maintains a controversy with the Land;
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and yet still the bent of the heart bee ingaged in evill wayes. Secondly, doe not compare your owne wayes with other mens wayes. That rule will prove crooked.
and yet still the bent of the heart be engaged in evil ways. Secondly, do not compare your own ways with other men's ways. That Rule will prove crooked.
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Thirdly, wisely compare your own wayes with the unpartiall Rule of Gods Word, inqui•ing whether your wayes bee Gods wayes. You have sent abroad an excellent Ordinance for a strict observing the Lords Day, reflect and inquire how you keep it your selves:
Thirdly, wisely compare your own ways with the unpartial Rule of God's Word, inqui•ing whither your ways be God's ways. You have sent abroad an excellent Ordinance for a strict observing the lords Day, reflect and inquire how you keep it your selves:
And whilst you consult about Church and State Reformation, are you selfe-Reformers? Do you indevour to walke in wayes of holinesse and righteousnesse before God all your dayes,
And while you consult about Church and State Reformation, Are you selfe-Reformers? Do you endeavour to walk in ways of holiness and righteousness before God all your days,
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Againe, if you look upon your selves in your publick capacities, there will bee a great deale of work for consideration of your wayes, how you walk therein.
Again, if you look upon your selves in your public capacities, there will be a great deal of work for consideration of your ways, how you walk therein.
Hypocrisie in hearers, and flattery in Ministers are odious at any time, but most abominable upon a day of Humiliation. I cannot approve my selfe to God and my own conscience,
Hypocrisy in hearers, and flattery in Ministers Are odious At any time, but most abominable upon a day of Humiliation. I cannot approve my self to God and my own conscience,
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unlesse I should knock at your doores who sit at the stern, and beseech you who are such publick Persons in the two Houses of Parliament, to consider your own publick wayes. To this purpose I will bee bold to propose these following Quaeres.
unless I should knock At your doors who fit At the stern, and beseech you who Are such public Persons in the two Houses of Parliament, to Consider your own public ways. To this purpose I will be bold to propose these following Quaeres.
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and are too ready when the government of Christ is propounded, to speak their language, Luk. 19 14. Wee will not have this man to reign over us? After you have had such elbow-roome for your lusts, are you not unwilling to take the yoke of Christ upon you, fearing the strictnesse of it? Insomuch that you cannot heartily say the three first Petitions of the Lords Prayer.
and Are too ready when the government of christ is propounded, to speak their language, Luk. 19 14. we will not have this man to Reign over us? After you have had such elbowroom for your Lustiest, Are you not unwilling to take the yoke of christ upon you, fearing the strictness of it? Insomuch that you cannot heartily say the three First Petitions of the lords Prayer.
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yet you little care what becomes of Religion and Reformation, so you may bee quiet? Provided you may have hopes to injoy your selves in your Palaces and your Parks, with your Hawkes and Hounds,
yet you little care what becomes of Religion and Reformation, so you may be quiet? Provided you may have hope's to enjoy your selves in your Palaces and your Parks, with your Hawks and Hounds,
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and to swim in wonted Country contentments, without that slavery which is contrary to our English Spirits: as for Religion, whether any thing or nothing,
and to swim in wonted Country contentment's, without that slavery which is contrary to our English Spirits: as for Religion, whither any thing or nothing,
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Are there none who pretending to Reformation, yet walk in such wayes of politick Selfe-seekings, and Selfe-servings, that they value their own ends, intersts, advantages, and private opinions, much more then the welfare of the Kingdomes,
are there none who pretending to Reformation, yet walk in such ways of politic Selfe-seekings, and Selfe-servings, that they valve their own ends, intersts, advantages, and private opinions, much more then the welfare of the Kingdoms,
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and the publick promoting the Cause of God? must not all comply with their designes, stoope to their ingagements, concurre with their Opinions, otherwise they care not to hazzard the welfare of the whole?
and the public promoting the Cause of God? must not all comply with their designs, stoop to their engagements, concur with their Opinions, otherwise they care not to hazard the welfare of the Whole?
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Are there not such to bee found amongst you, who being got into warme and fat places, walk in wayes of covetousnesse and oppression therein? as they in Micah 2. 1, 2. Having porver in their band, they covet fields and take them by violence,
are there not such to be found among you, who being god into warm and fat places, walk in ways of covetousness and oppression therein? as they in micah 2. 1, 2. Having porver in their band, they covet fields and take them by violence,
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yea, out of a greedy desire of gaine, doe not some falsifie the publick Trust, that they may feather their own nests, and make provision for themselves?
yea, out of a greedy desire of gain, do not Some falsify the public Trust, that they may feather their own nests, and make provision for themselves?
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Are there none amongst you who in your private Committees, and in the administring of publick Justice walke in wayes of une••nnesse and partiality? Sometimes revenging themselves on such as have displeased them, other times conniving at great sinnes,
are there none among you who in your private Committees, and in the administering of public justice walk in ways of une••nnesse and partiality? Sometime revenging themselves on such as have displeased them, other times conniving At great Sins,
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and too often out of meere favour, mis-imploy their power to make such of their friends Sequestrators, or other Officers, who both oppresse the Subjects and deceive the State. Under such (who ever put them into their places) many parts of poore England sadly groanes.
and too often out of mere favour, Misemploy their power to make such of their Friends Sequestrators, or other Officers, who both oppress the Subject's and deceive the State. Under such (who ever put them into their places) many parts of poor England sadly groans.
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yet are there not many amongst you who have been very remisse and sloathfull in Advancing Temple-work? Have you been valiant for the Truth? Have you been fervent in spirit serving the Lord? Have you loved your God, who hath so gloriously preserved you in the midst of so many flames, with all your strength, improving all your Parliament power for him? O have not very many of you minded much more the building of your owne House, then the rebuilding of Gods Temple?
yet Are there not many among you who have been very remiss and slothful in Advancing Temple work? Have you been valiant for the Truth? Have you been fervent in Spirit serving the Lord? Have you loved your God, who hath so gloriously preserved you in the midst of so many flames, with all your strength, improving all your Parliament power for him? O have not very many of you minded much more the building of your own House, then the rebuilding of God's Temple?
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you who are the Representative Kingdome, stirre up your selves and one another to consider all your wayes, Think, speak, and act, as in Lamentat. 3. 39, 40. Wherefore doth a living man complain, a man for the punishment of his sinnes? Let us search and try our wayes and turn again unto the Lord.
you who Are the Representative Kingdom, stir up your selves and one Another to Consider all your ways, Think, speak, and act, as in Lamentat. 3. 39, 40. Wherefore does a living man complain, a man for the punishment of his Sins? Let us search and try our ways and turn again unto the Lord.
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The Temple was long in hand before it could bee finished (some say above an hundred yeeres, till the time of Darius Nothus, others who cast it upon Darius Hystaspis, reckon it about eighteen yeeres, ) there was Prophet upon Prophet,
The Temple was long in hand before it could be finished (Some say above an hundred Years, till the time of Darius Nothus, Others who cast it upon Darius Hystaspes, reckon it about eighteen Years,) there was Prophet upon Prophet,
If you please to read seriously the Story of Ezra, there you may perceive the many obstructions the Jews met with in rebuilding the materiall Temple, and then to compare what Luke saith in the Acts of the Apostles, there you shall see as great impediments to retard the Apostles, in building the Spirituall Temple, the Church of Christ.
If you please to read seriously the Story of Ezra, there you may perceive the many obstructions the jews met with in rebuilding the material Temple, and then to compare what Lycia Says in the Acts of the Apostles, there you shall see as great impediments to retard the Apostles, in building the Spiritual Temple, the Church of christ.
Rehum the Chancellour, and Shimshai the Scribe, were not more desperately set against Zerubbabel and his Associates, Ezra 4. 7, 8. then the Rulers and Elders, and Scribes, Annas the High Priest,
Rehum the Chancellor, and Shimshai the Scribe, were not more desperately Set against Zerubbabel and his Associates, Ezra 4. 7, 8. then the Rulers and Elders, and Scribes, Annas the High Priest,
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and Caiaphas, and John, and Alexander and as many as were of the kindred of the High Priest (the whole fraternity of the Jewish High Commission combined together) did indevour to hinder Peter and John in laying the foundation of the Spirituall Temple. See Act. 4, 5, 6, 15, 16, 17, 18. how they convented, threatned,
and Caiaphas, and John, and Alexander and as many as were of the kindred of the High Priest (the Whole fraternity of the Jewish High Commission combined together) did endeavour to hinder Peter and John in laying the Foundation of the Spiritual Temple. See Act. 4, 5, 6, 15, 16, 17, 18. how they Convicted, threatened,
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The building of Gods house, wherin hee requires to bee worshipped and served according to his own will, doth so much crosse the wils and lusts of carnall men, that they cannot bee brought to comply with it.
The building of God's house, wherein he requires to be worshipped and served according to his own will, does so much cross the wills and Lustiest of carnal men, that they cannot be brought to comply with it.
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They are not willing to bee personally reformed, and therefore imploy their power and policy, their strength and wit, to oppose publick Reformation; They who desire not themselves to bee built up a spirituall bonse, and to bee an holy Priest-hood, to offer sacrifices unto God, will not heartily promote Temple Work.
They Are not willing to be personally reformed, and Therefore employ their power and policy, their strength and wit, to oppose public Reformation; They who desire not themselves to be built up a spiritual bonse, and to be an holy Priesthood, to offer Sacrifices unto God, will not heartily promote Temple Work.
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as in Rev. 12. 2. when the Church was travelling with Christ mysticall, and pained to be delivered, under pangs of persecution, to bring forth a glorious birth, there was a great red Dragon, having seven heads,
as in Rev. 12. 2. when the Church was traveling with christ mystical, and pained to be Delivered, under pangs of persecution, to bring forth a glorious birth, there was a great read Dragon, having seven Heads,
for to devoure her childe as soon as it was born, ver. 4. Here you have Satan and his Vice-roy the Roman Emperours, red with fury and the blood of Saints, having seven crowned heads, that is, seven kindes of Governments successively (as Kings, Consuls, Tribunes, Decemvirs, Dictators, Emperours, and Popes ) having ten hornes, that is, ten Kingdomes, into which the Empire in the time of the last head is rent;
for to devour her child as soon as it was born, ver. 4. Here you have Satan and his Viceroy the Roman emperors, read with fury and the blood of Saints, having seven crowned Heads, that is, seven Kinds of Governments successively (as Kings, Consuls, Tribunes, Decemvirs, Dictators, emperors, and Popes) having ten horns, that is, ten Kingdoms, into which the Empire in the time of the last head is rend;
Hee well knows that the advancing of Christs Kingdome, in the building of the Temple, is the ruining of his usurped Dominion, which exasperates him so much that hee will muster up all his Forces to hinder the progresse of it.
He well knows that the advancing of Christ Kingdom, in the building of the Temple, is the ruining of his usurped Dominion, which exasperates him so much that he will muster up all his Forces to hinder the progress of it.
This is often whispered, though most unjustly, as if the Reformers would make, not a Renovation, but an Innovation, and as if they would erect a frame of Church-Government, opposite to Civill Authority. What the Devill, what the Jesuites, with all the seed of the Serpent can devise, shall bee throwne in as blocks in the builders way;
This is often whispered, though most unjustly, as if the Reformers would make, not a Renovation, but an Innovation, and as if they would erect a frame of Church-Government, opposite to Civil authority. What the devil, what the Jesuits, with all the seed of the Serpent can devise, shall be thrown in as blocks in the Builders Way;
The cordiall Instruments to carry on Temple-worke are but •ew in comparison of adversaries, and some of them too often either grow weary and sloathfull, if not treacherous, or being swayed by earnall policy, degenerate into selfe-seekings, and selfe-servings, and others, from whom much is expected,
The cordial Instruments to carry on Temple work Are but •ew in comparison of Adversaries, and Some of them too often either grow weary and slothful, if not treacherous, or being swayed by earnall policy, degenerate into selfe-seekings, and selfe-servings, and Others, from whom much is expected,
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so miserably divided amongst themselves, that in stead of combining against the common Enemy, to advance the building of Gods House, they fall into sharpe contestations one with another, whereby Temple-work is most unhappily obstructed, England is like to find the sad experience of this as well as Germany.
so miserably divided among themselves, that in stead of combining against the Common Enemy, to advance the building of God's House, they fallen into sharp contestations one with Another, whereby Temple work is most unhappily obstructed, England is like to find the sad experience of this as well as Germany.
Power and Authority, which have the great influence, are seldom so happy as to bee imployed and improved readily for God, which occasions many delays in Temple-work. 1 Cor. 1. 26. Not many mighty men, not many noble are called, either to injoy Salvation in Heaven,
Power and authority, which have the great influence, Are seldom so happy as to be employed and improved readily for God, which occasions many delays in Temple work. 1 Cor. 1. 26. Not many mighty men, not many noble Are called, either to enjoy Salvation in Heaven,
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Cunning adversaries know how to flatter Princes, to abuse their Greatnesse, to hinder Goodnesse. Diverse of the Persian Governours acted successively in an opposing or hindering the re-building the Temple,
Cunning Adversaries know how to flatter Princes, to abuse their Greatness, to hinder goodness. Diverse of the Persian Governors acted successively in an opposing or hindering the rebuilding the Temple,
There were many Generations of bloody persecuting Nerves amongst the Roman Emperours, before one Constantine who would imploy his power to advance the building of the Christian Church.
There were many Generations of bloody persecuting Nerves among the Roman emperors, before one Constantine who would employ his power to advance the building of the Christian Church.
God will be All in all, and especially acknowledged in Temple-worke, and therefore suffer it to bee carryed on through such delayes and difficulties, that wee shall have evident reason to cry Grace, Grace, to the Lord of Hosts, as in Zach. 4. 7. In the beginning of this Parliament, the Counsels of Reformation did move very vigorously, as if the work would have been suddainly done, People began to eye the Creature too much,
God will be All in all, and especially acknowledged in Temple work, and Therefore suffer it to be carried on through such delays and difficulties, that we shall have evident reason to cry Grace, Grace, to the Lord of Hosts, as in Zach 4. 7. In the beginning of this Parliament, the Counsels of Reformation did move very vigorously, as if the work would have been suddenly done, People began to eye the Creature too much,
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and to set up some second causes too high, advancing them even into Gods Throne. The Lord hath since taken from us by death, divers zealous and worthy Instruments, and suffered so many intervening rubs to hinder our dispatch of Temple-work, that we are taught to eye God more,
and to Set up Some second Causes too high, advancing them even into God's Throne. The Lord hath since taken from us by death, diverse zealous and worthy Instruments, and suffered so many intervening rubs to hinder our dispatch of Temple work, that we Are taught to eye God more,
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If Temple-worke bee not easily, not suddenly accomplished, Then why should any bee offended with delayes and difficulties in the present work of Reformation? Gods glorious works have ordinarily small beginnings, are carryed on without externall pompe,
If Temple work be not Easily, not suddenly accomplished, Then why should any be offended with delays and difficulties in the present work of Reformation? God's glorious works have ordinarily small beginnings, Are carried on without external pomp,
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but our Saviour pronounces all them Blessed, who shall not bee offended in him, Matth. 11. 6. How mean so ever hee appeare in his word, or in his workes.
but our Saviour pronounces all them Blessed, who shall not be offended in him, Matthew 11. 6. How mean so ever he appear in his word, or in his works.
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God hath laid the Foundation of a glorious Temple for himselfe in England, The work indeed hangs long in our Zerubbabels and Joshuahs hands, many are herewith much offended and discouraged;
God hath laid the Foundation of a glorious Temple for himself in England, The work indeed hangs long in our Zerubbabels and Joshuahs hands, many Are herewith much offended and discouraged;
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Bee pleased to read over the Story of Gods Providences about the building and reforming of his Church from time to time, you shall then finde the motion in Temple-work is seldome quick.
be pleased to read over the Story of God's Providences about the building and reforming of his Church from time to time, you shall then find the motion in Temple work is seldom quick.
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By the good hand of our God upon us, there is a beautifull Fabrick of his House, (as neere as wee can according to the Apostolicall pattern) preparing amongst us,
By the good hand of our God upon us, there is a beautiful Fabric of his House, (as near as we can according to the Apostolical pattern) preparing among us,
and some such things are already done towards it, as will bee of singular concernment both in reference to the Honour of the Lord himselfe, and also to the comfort of the Inhabitants. In stead of the High Commission, which was a sore scourge to many godly and faithfull Ministers, wee have an Honourable Committee, that turns the wheele upon such as are scandalous and unworthy.
and Some such things Are already done towards it, as will be of singular concernment both in Referente to the Honour of the Lord himself, and also to the Comfort of the Inhabitants. In stead of the High Commission, which was a soar scourge to many godly and faithful Ministers, we have an Honourable Committee, that turns the wheel upon such as Are scandalous and unworthy.
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In the roome of Jeroboams Priests, burning and shining Lights are multiplyed, in some dark places of the Land, which were full of the habitations of cruelty.
In the room of Jeroboams Priests, burning and shining Lights Are multiplied, in Some dark places of the Land, which were full of the habitations of cruelty.
In the place of a long Liturgie, wee are in hope of a pithy Directory. In stead of Prelaticall Railes about the Table, wee have the Scripture Railes of Church Discipline in good forwardnesse.
In the place of a long Liturgy, we Are in hope of a pithy Directory. In stead of Prelatical Rails about the Table, we have the Scripture Rails of Church Discipline in good forwardness.
In stead of the Prelates Oath, to establish their owne exorbitant power, with the appurtenances, wee have a Solemne Covenant with God, ingaging us to indevour Reformation, according to his Word,
In stead of the Prelates Oath, to establish their own exorbitant power, with the appurtenances, we have a Solemn Covenant with God, engaging us to endeavour Reformation, according to his Word,
Yet still you must make account the Devil will besti•re himselfe to ralise all the Forces hee can, from Hell, or on the Earth, to hinder the progresse in this Blessed work, and admit your hopes should yet hee deferred, however suffer not your Spirits to sinke with discouragement.
Yet still you must make account the devil will besti•re himself to ralise all the Forces he can, from Hell, or on the Earth, to hinder the progress in this Blessed work, and admit your hope's should yet he deferred, however suffer not your Spirits to sink with discouragement.
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but the wise God hath another designe herein, hee knows how to take the wise in their own craftinesse, and through their retardings to carry on Temple-work with great advantage;
but the wise God hath Another Design herein, he knows how to take the wise in their own craftiness, and through their retardings to carry on Temple work with great advantage;
for as yet the people had not prepared their hearts unto the God of their Fathers, 2 Chron. 20. 33. Our Temple-work was no more forward, because the hearts of the most of England have been so backward to it.
for as yet the people had not prepared their hearts unto the God of their Father's, 2 Chronicles 20. 33. Our Temple work was no more forward, Because the hearts of the most of England have been so backward to it.
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Hereby hee hath by little and little moulded peoples spirits to a more plyable disposition, and made many much more ready to concurre in the building of the Temple, in the Advancing of Reformation.
Hereby he hath by little and little moulded peoples spirits to a more pliable disposition, and made many much more ready to concur in the building of the Temple, in the Advancing of Reformation.
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When the warres began, thousands in England who in a humour would have taken up Armes to fight for the Prelacy and the Service-Book, have been so hammered and hewed by the continuance of Gods Judgements upon us, that now they are come to this;
When the wars began, thousands in England who in a humour would have taken up Arms to fight for the Prelacy and the Service book, have been so hammered and hewed by the Continuance of God's Judgments upon us, that now they Are come to this;
Let the Parliament and Assembly doe what they will with Prelacy and Liturgie, so the sword may bee sheathed, now Truth shall bee welcome, so they may have Peace.
Let the Parliament and Assembly do what they will with Prelacy and Liturgy, so the sword may be sheathed, now Truth shall be welcome, so they may have Peace.
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O then, why should not you hold up your courage and confidence in the midst of all obstructions and difficulties? God walkes towards you in his ordinary pace.
O then, why should not you hold up your courage and confidence in the midst of all obstructions and difficulties? God walks towards you in his ordinary pace.
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There are wise men who think our Reformation would have been very low, had not God raised the spirits of our Reformers by the length of these multiplyed Troubles.
There Are wise men who think our Reformation would have been very low, had not God raised the spirits of our Reformers by the length of these multiplied Troubles.
and when they have begunne to clash and divide amongst themselves, then hath appeared some common danger, wherein they were all involved, and so have been happily reunited for the publick welfare of Church and State.
and when they have begun to clash and divide among themselves, then hath appeared Some Common danger, wherein they were all involved, and so have been happily Reunited for the public welfare of Church and State.
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So in the Affaires of the Church, many poore deluded people in England were fond of their needlesse Ceremonies, and ready to dote on some Babylonish trinkets, who probably would not have been weaned from them, had not God whipped them off by the continuance of these troubles.
So in the Affairs of the Church, many poor deluded people in England were found of their needless Ceremonies, and ready to dote on Some Babylonish trinkets, who probably would not have been weaned from them, had not God whipped them off by the Continuance of these Troubles.
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who hereby makes us more willing heartily to return from Babylon to Hierusalem, that wee may goe up to the Mountaine, and build the Lords House: And so I hasten to the last observation out of the eighth verse.
who hereby makes us more willing heartily to return from Babylon to Jerusalem, that we may go up to the Mountain, and built the lords House: And so I hasten to the last observation out of the eighth verse.
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It is doubtful to some Expositors what Mountain is here meant, whether mount Moriah, where the former Temple was built, that it might there bee raised againe:
It is doubtful to Some Expositors what Mountain is Here meant, whither mount Moriah, where the former Temple was built, that it might there be raised again:
Ascendite in montem Scripturarum caelestium, &c. Goe into the Mountain of the Heavenly Scriptures, cut there the Tree of wisedome and life, &c. Let us leave these Allegories,
Ascendite in montem Scripturarum Celestial, etc. Go into the Mountain of the Heavenly Scriptures, Cut there the Tree of Wisdom and life, etc. Let us leave these Allegories,
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The Lord here puts them upon a course how to recover themselves from under those evils which lye upon them, hee bids them shake off their sluggishnesse, breake through opposition, goe up to Sion, and build the Temple. Hence observe;
The Lord Here puts them upon a course how to recover themselves from under those evils which lie upon them, he bids them shake off their sluggishness, break through opposition, go up to Sion, and built the Temple. Hence observe;
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To set seriously and readily about building the Temple is a most compendious way to obtain favour from the Lord of Hosts when his hand is lifted up against a people.
To Set seriously and readily about building the Temple is a most compendious Way to obtain favour from the Lord of Hosts when his hand is lifted up against a people.
The Lords great designe here on earth, is to prepare a Temple to raise a glorious Throme for his Sonne in his Church: This is the tenour of his promises, I will make thee an eternall excellency, a joy of many Generations, Isa. 60. 15. His providentiall dispensations runne this way, Isa. 62. 6, 7. I have set watchmen upon thy walls O Hierusalem, which shall never hold their peace, till hee make Hierusalem a praise in the earth.
The lords great Design Here on earth, is to prepare a Temple to raise a glorious Throme for his Son in his Church: This is the tenor of his promises, I will make thee an Eternal excellency, a joy of many Generations, Isaiah 60. 15. His providential dispensations run this Way, Isaiah 62. 6, 7. I have Set watchmen upon thy walls Oh Jerusalem, which shall never hold their peace, till he make Jerusalem a praise in the earth.
In the materiall and spirituall Temple this was his great worke, what was typified in the one, shall bee gloriously accomplished in the other, Hag. 2. 7. 9. there hee doth ingage his favourable presence.
In the material and spiritual Temple this was his great work, what was typified in the one, shall be gloriously accomplished in the other, Hag. 2. 7. 9. there he does engage his favourable presence.
yea indeed the neglect of the building of this House would argue much prophanenesse of spirit, it being the place which God himselfe appointed for his solemn publick worship.
yea indeed the neglect of the building of this House would argue much profaneness of Spirit, it being the place which God himself appointed for his solemn public worship.
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Compare 1 Kings 8. 29. with Deut. 12. 11. My name shall bee there; and there should bee his eye, his eare, and his hand, according to their exigents.
Compare 1 Kings 8. 29. with Deuteronomy 12. 11. My name shall be there; and there should be his eye, his ear, and his hand, according to their exigents.
and afterwards shall come to enjoy him everlastingly in He•ven. And indeed for the present, wee never see so much of Gods glorious goodnesse in Christ, wee never see so much of the glorious hopes of Heaven,
and afterwards shall come to enjoy him everlastingly in He•ven. And indeed for the present, we never see so much of God's glorious Goodness in christ, we never see so much of the glorious hope's of Heaven,
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Is building Gods house the ready way to obtaine Gods blessings? Then, as you desire to approve your selves friends to Englands tranquillity, take heed you bee not found, either Retarders, or Vnderminers of the building, in these times of Reformation.
Is building God's house the ready Way to obtain God's blessings? Then, as you desire to approve your selves Friends to Englands tranquillity, take heed you be not found, either Retarders, or Underminers of the building, in these times of Reformation.
First, prophane Atheists, who cannot endure to thinke of any such Reformation as will confine and straiten them in making provision for their lusts. There are too many of all rankes who combine in this confederacy.
First, profane Atheists, who cannot endure to think of any such Reformation as will confine and straiten them in making provision for their Lustiest. There Are too many of all ranks who combine in this confederacy.
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When Christ was to come into his Temple, there needed a John Baptist to prepare the way, to make the mountaines l•w, and the rough places plaine, and all little enough, Mal. 3. 2. But who may abide the day of his •omming? and who shall stand when bee appeareth? For hee is like a Refiners fire, and the Fullers sope.
When christ was to come into his Temple, there needed a John Baptist to prepare the Way, to make the Mountains l•w, and the rough places plain, and all little enough, Malachi 3. 2. But who may abide the day of his •omming? and who shall stand when bee appears? For he is like a Refiners fire, and the Fullers soap.
In such a posture Christ appeares in England, in these Reforming times, which makes profane ones who are not willing to be refined, retard what they can.
In such a posture christ appears in England, in these Reforming times, which makes profane ones who Are not willing to be refined, retard what they can.
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In the very front comes selfe-love, ver. 2. Men shall bee lovers of their own selves, and withall, ver. 4. Such as are lovers of pleasures more then of God.
In the very front comes Self-love, ver. 2. Men shall be lovers of their own selves, and withal, ver. 4. Such as Are lovers of pleasures more then of God.
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They who value their carnall-selfe at so high a rate, that they will preferre their owne ends, their ease, their pleasures, any thing of themselves before God and his Honour, will bee ready upon every occasion, to hinder Reformation, and will rather imploy their wit and influence, to keep down Gods House,
They who valve their carnall-selfe At so high a rate, that they will prefer their own ends, their ease, their pleasures, any thing of themselves before God and his Honour, will be ready upon every occasion, to hinder Reformation, and will rather employ their wit and influence, to keep down God's House,
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or wrapped up in the generall Rules of Scripture. Others are so much afraid of jure divino, that they would turne it out of the Church, and bring all to jure humano; and so farre subordinate the Church to the State, that Jesus Christ the Lord of the house, shall not bee allowed either to build or rule his own house according to his 〈 ◊ 〉.
or wrapped up in the general Rules of Scripture. Others Are so much afraid of jure divino, that they would turn it out of the Church, and bring all to jure Human; and so Far subordinate the Church to the State, that jesus christ the Lord of the house, shall not be allowed either to built or Rule his own house according to his 〈 ◊ 〉.
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so you should beware, that you seek not to bring down divine Institutions into meere State prudentials, lest you bee found underminers of the Lords Temple.
so you should beware, that you seek not to bring down divine Institutions into mere State prudentials, lest you be found underminers of the lords Temple.
These would lamentably undermine the building of Gods house amongst us, as being so contrary to the indevouring of a Scripure reformation unto which wee have so solemnly ingaged our selves.
These would lamentably undermine the building of God's house among us, as being so contrary to the endeavouring of a Scripture Reformation unto which we have so solemnly engaged our selves.
though not many yeeres since their spirits would have risen at the mention of such a thing in England ) is such an undermining of the Temple, that this would soon pull down Gods house here, but never build it up.
though not many Years since their spirits would have risen At the mention of such a thing in England) is such an undermining of the Temple, that this would soon pull down God's house Here, but never built it up.
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Then (Right Honourable and Worthy Senators) as you desire to contribute towards England welware, quicken your selves and one another to diligence in building the Lords Temple. The more you desire to see your own decayed houses, and estates repaired and setled, bee the more zealous and faithfull in re-building Gods house. It may bee the wise God will not suffer you to injoy your Palaces, till you have finished the work of Reformation, that hee may injoy his Temple.
Then (Right Honourable and Worthy Senators) as you desire to contribute towards England welware, quicken your selves and one Another to diligence in building the lords Temple. The more you desire to see your own decayed houses, and estates repaired and settled, be the more zealous and faithful in rebuilding God's house. It may be the wise God will not suffer you to enjoy your Palaces, till you have finished the work of Reformation, that he may enjoy his Temple.
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Had not the Lord of Hosts diverted the Kings Army from comming up towards London, when they had gotten Bristoll, and the Earle of New-Castles Forces from comming up to the then Associating Counties, when hee set down before Hull; yea, had not the Lords mighty hand kept Prince Ruperts formidable Army from comming Southward, when hee had got so great an advantage by raising the Siege at Yorke; how much more sad might Englands condition have been before this time? And I hope you will upon this day of humiliation so wisely observe his humbling providences in our present straites and troubles, that you may bee awakened to a more serious consideration of your own wayes,
Had not the Lord of Hosts diverted the Kings Army from coming up towards London, when they had got Bristol, and the Earl of New-Castles Forces from coming up to the then Associating Counties, when he Set down before Hull; yea, had not the lords mighty hand kept Prince Ruperts formidable Army from coming Southward, when he had god so great an advantage by raising the Siege At York; how much more sad might Englands condition have been before this time? And I hope you will upon this day of humiliation so wisely observe his humbling providences in our present straits and Troubles, that you may be awakened to a more serious consideration of your own ways,
O that there were amongst our Nobles and Gentry, many more of Davids spirit, who made great preparations for the building of the Temple, 1 Chron. 22. 5. Yea in his trouble hee prepared for the house of the Lord, ver.
Oh that there were among our Nobles and Gentry, many more of Davids Spirit, who made great preparations for the building of the Temple, 1 Chronicles 22. 5. Yea in his trouble he prepared for the house of the Lord, ver.
Certainly this were a good improvement of it, for you who have been preserved to consecrate your lives, your Honour, to the honour of your good God, in the building of his House.
Certainly this were a good improvement of it, for you who have been preserved to consecrate your lives, your Honour, to the honour of your good God, in the building of his House.
First, Downe with the old building of Popery and Prelacy. The Pope hath been raising himselfe a pompous palace, for many yeeres together, upon Christs ground, a great incroachment upon our deare Saviour, who is King of his Church, which must come down, it is designed to ruine, Rev. 14. 8. Prelacy was the Scaffold whereby this building of Popery was raised to so great an heighth,
First, Down with the old building of Popery and Prelacy. The Pope hath been raising himself a pompous palace, for many Years together, upon Christ ground, a great encroachment upon our deer Saviour, who is King of his Church, which must come down, it is designed to ruin, Rev. 14. 8. Prelacy was the Scaffold whereby this building of Popery was raised to so great an height,
and now many would retain it as a crutch, to support tottering Babylon; Make good your Solemn Covenant; If you are not in a capacity for the overthrowing of it by the exercise of the Legisative power in a Bill; it's worthy your wise consideration whether it were not fit to doe what you can by passing an Ordinance of Parliament against it.
and now many would retain it as a crutch, to support tottering Babylon; Make good your Solemn Covenant; If you Are not in a capacity for the overthrowing of it by the exercise of the Legisative power in a Bill; it's worthy your wise consideration whither it were not fit to do what you can by passing an Ordinance of Parliament against it.
Away with Ceremonies, Altars, and Crucifixes, away with the Popes Canon Law, or whatsoever may give any occasion to Samarit an builders, to make such a mixture in the Church,
Away with Ceremonies, Altars, and Crucifixes, away with the Popes Canon Law, or whatsoever may give any occasion to Samarit an Builders, to make such a mixture in the Church,
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Thirdly, Lay a good foundation, in the building of Gods house, Christ in his Gospell a sure foundation, Isa. 28. 16. The foundation is both the strength and the rule of the building, to which it should be commensurate:
Thirdly, Lay a good Foundation, in the building of God's house, christ in his Gospel a sure Foundation, Isaiah 28. 16. The Foundation is both the strength and the Rule of the building, to which it should be commensurate:
There is a foundation personall, Christ himselfe, 1. Cor. 3. 11. and doctrinall, as hee is held forth in the doctrine of the Prophets and Apostles, Ephes. 2. 20. The more you minde these in the worke of Reformation, the more glorious house you will raise for God to dwell in.
There is a Foundation personal, christ himself, 1. Cor. 3. 11. and doctrinal, as he is held forth in the Doctrine of the prophets and Apostles, Ephesians 2. 20. The more you mind these in the work of Reformation, the more glorious house you will raise for God to dwell in.
Doe not multiply humane inventions, in stead of divine Ordinances. Consider what Offices, what Administrations the Lord of the house hath prescribed in his Word.
Do not multiply humane Inventions, in stead of divine Ordinances. Consider what Offices, what Administrations the Lord of the house hath prescribed in his Word.
Hee hath given Pastors and Teachers, Ephes. 4. 11. Hee hath set in the Church, Helpes, Governments, 1 Cor. 12. 28. not helpes in government, (as it is in some Copies mis-printed) but Helpes, Governments, which most learned Expositors make to bee Deacons, and Ruling Elders, to assist the Pastors and Teachers; Let us not bee afraid of admitting such as God himselfe hath prescribed;
He hath given Pastors and Teachers, Ephesians 4. 11. He hath Set in the Church, Helps, Governments, 1 Cor. 12. 28. not helps in government, (as it is in Some Copies misprinted) but Helps, Governments, which most learned Expositors make to be Deacons, and Ruling Elders, to assist the Pastors and Teachers; Let us not be afraid of admitting such as God himself hath prescribed;
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Fifthly, Labour to approve your selves lively stones, spirituall Temples to Jesus Christ, then indeed you will adde very much to the building of Gods house: 1 Pet. 2. 4, 5. The Apostle represents Christ as the Living Stone, and if you come to him as lively st•nes, yee are built up a spirituall house; Temple-worke will not bee advanced by dead stones.
Fifthly, Labour to approve your selves lively stones, spiritual Temples to jesus christ, then indeed you will add very much to the building of God's house: 1 Pet. 2. 4, 5. The Apostle represents christ as the Living Stone, and if you come to him as lively st•nes, ye Are built up a spiritual house; Temple work will not be advanced by dead stones.
Bee pleased to quicken your Counsels in ripening the Ordinance for Ordination, according to the advice of the Assembly, presented to the Honourable Houses, that such as are able and willing to helpe to build the Lords House, may bee admitted to the work;
Bee pleased to quicken your Counsels in ripening the Ordinance for Ordination, according to the Advice of the Assembly, presented to the Honourable Houses, that such as Are able and willing to help to built the lords House, may be admitted to the work;
How much might an Ordinance for the reviving of the Ecoffees to recover Impropriations conduce to this happy purpose? Hereby shall you bee renowned amongst those who have done much to helpe to build the old waste places, and to raise up the foundation of many Generations, and you shall bee called the Repairers of the breach, the restorers of pathes to dwell in, Isa. 58. 12. which is a promise made to such a Fast, as God hath chosen. As I began,
How much might an Ordinance for the reviving of the Ecoffees to recover Impropriations conduce to this happy purpose? Hereby shall you be renowned among those who have done much to help to built the old waste places, and to raise up the Foundation of many Generations, and you shall be called the Repairers of the breach, the restorers of paths to dwell in, Isaiah 58. 12. which is a promise made to such a Fast, as God hath chosen. As I began,
so I will end with the counsell of the Lord of Hosts, which hee backs with much sweet incouragement to such as are ready to build his house, Zach. 8. 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15. Let your hands bee strong, feare not, let your hands bee strong. FINIS.
so I will end with the counsel of the Lord of Hosts, which he backs with much sweet encouragement to such as Are ready to built his house, Zach 8. 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15. Let your hands be strong, Fear not, let your hands be strong. FINIS.
Ponite cor vestrum super vias vestras, i, expendite quaeso negotiorum vestrorum eventus atque successus. Inspicite penitius ut res vestiae sele habeant, & mox aperta videbi tis Dei vobis irati argumen ta. Gualt. in Hagg.
Penitent cor Vestrum super Ways Vestras, i, expendite quaeso negotiorum vestrorum eventus atque Successus. Inspicite penitius ut Rest vestiae sele habeant, & mox Aperta videbi this Dei vobis Irati argument ta. Walter. in Haggai
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