Abraham in arms, or, The first religious general with his army engaging in a war for which he had wisely prepared and by which not only an eminent victory was obtained, but a blessing gained also / delivered in an artillery-election-sermon, June 3, 1678, by S. N.
And when Abram beard that his Brother was taken captive, he armed his trained Servants, born in his own house, three hundred and eighteen, and pursued them to Dan.
And when Abram beard that his Brother was taken captive, he armed his trained Servants, born in his own house, three hundred and eighteen, and pursued them to Dan.
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OUR Father Abraham is highly commended in Scripture for two things with respect to his Family, besides his own Faith and Piety, that the Scripture gives account of:
OUR Father Abraham is highly commended in Scripture for two things with respect to his Family, beside his own Faith and Piety, that the Scripture gives account of:
2. We have his care to instruct them in Military Discipline, appearing in these words, he armed his trained Servants, such as he had Trained up to be fit for such a piece of Service as God by his providence called him to:
2. We have his care to instruct them in Military Discipline, appearing in these words, he armed his trained Servants, such as he had Trained up to be fit for such a piece of Service as God by his providence called him to:
It is the first song that ever was penned to celebrate Gods praises, in that Song God is magnified for this, as if it were one of his highest and chiefest Attributes, The Lord is a man of War:
It is the First song that ever was penned to celebrate God's praises, in that Song God is magnified for this, as if it were one of his highest and chiefest Attributes, The Lord is a man of War:
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not but that there had been war before, as is implyed in the beginning of the Chapter, the Kings of Sodom and Gomorrah, had served Chedarlaomer twelve years, in the thirteenth year they rebelled, in the fourteenth year, he with three other Kings makes War upon them,
not but that there had been war before, as is employed in the beginning of the Chapter, the Kings of Sodom and Gomorrah, had served Chedorlaomer twelve Years, in the thirteenth year they rebelled, in the fourteenth year, he with three other Kings makes War upon them,
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God did so far own and encourage Abraham in this undertaking, that he would not let this action goe without a special Blessing, to encourage Souldiers in a lawfull War. He hath the special blessing of Christ;
God did so Far own and encourage Abraham in this undertaking, that he would not let this actium go without a special Blessing, to encourage Soldiers in a lawful War. He hath the special blessing of christ;
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Melchizedech so eminently representing Jesus Christ, who is a Priest for ever after the order of Melchizedech. 2. His Restauration of the goods and persons to the King of Sodom;
Melchizedek so eminently representing jesus christ, who is a Priest for ever After the order of Melchizedek. 2. His Restauration of the goods and Persons to the King of Sodom;
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Those souldiers of Jesus Christ, that valued not their lives to the death, will shew themselves to be of the same spirit that Abram was, that will not so much look at gain,
Those Soldiers of jesus christ, that valued not their lives to the death, will show themselves to be of the same Spirit that Abram was, that will not so much look At gain,
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1. From the occasion of Abrahams taking up arms, When Abram heard his brother Lot was taken Captive, or his Nephew, he was his brothers son, it was for the rescue of his Kinsman.
1. From the occasion of Abrahams taking up arms, When Abram herd his brother Lot was taken Captive, or his Nephew, he was his Brother's son, it was for the rescue of his Kinsman.
To take up arms for such as are confederate with us, for united Colonies or Provinces from this example of Abraham and his confederate, that were engaged in a league, offensive and defensive;
To take up arms for such as Are confederate with us, for united Colonies or Provinces from this Exampl of Abraham and his confederate, that were engaged in a league, offensive and defensive;
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Though here be not an expression of such a league, yet there was a great friendship and relation between him and Lot; and through Abrams wisdome, they parted lovingly,
Though Here be not an expression of such a league, yet there was a great friendship and Relation between him and Lot; and through Abrams Wisdom, they parted lovingly,
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As Jephthah said to the Children of Ammon, What Chemosh thy God gives thee to possess, wilt thou not possess it? So what God hath providentially given us, without injury to others, is that which we may lawfully defend.
As Jephthah said to the Children of Ammon, What Chemosh thy God gives thee to possess, wilt thou not possess it? So what God hath providentially given us, without injury to Others, is that which we may lawfully defend.
There are commonly reckoned three causes of War, 1. For defence of our selves. 2. To recover what hath been taken away. 3. To punish for injuries done.
There Are commonly reckoned three Causes of War, 1. For defence of our selves. 2. To recover what hath been taken away. 3. To Punish for injuries done.
Abram was eminent in his place, 1. For preparation before War, his servants were trained men. 2. For his carriage in the business and management of it, when he undertook it.
Abram was eminent in his place, 1. For preparation before War, his Servants were trained men. 2. For his carriage in the business and management of it, when he undertook it.
Frequent Trainings for the instructing of men in military Discipline that they may be ready and expert for War, is a commendable practice, yea a Duty which God expecteth of all Gods Abrahams in their respective places:
Frequent Trainings for the instructing of men in military Discipline that they may be ready and expert for War, is a commendable practice, yea a Duty which God Expects of all God's Abrahams in their respective places:
that is, by Gods Abrahams in their respectve places, I mean such as are meerly civil Rulers, to encourage such exercises by their authority and presence, when convenient.
that is, by God's Abrahams in their respectve places, I mean such as Are merely civil Rulers, to encourage such exercises by their Authority and presence, when convenient.
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such may be supposed to represent Abraham, and God doth expect it from them, that they should take care of this part, which Abraham acted so happily to so good end;
such may be supposed to represent Abraham, and God does expect it from them, that they should take care of this part, which Abraham acted so happily to so good end;
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And which is the consequent of this second Doctrine, It is the duty of those that would be accounted of Abrahams Family to learn of them, whom God requires to teach them the use of their weapons,
And which is the consequent of this second Doctrine, It is the duty of those that would be accounted of Abrahams Family to Learn of them, whom God requires to teach them the use of their weapons,
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and order of War. If it be Abrahams duty to teach, it is the duty of Abrahams servants, those that represent them to learn of those God sets over them, the use of their weapons,
and order of War. If it be Abrahams duty to teach, it is the duty of Abrahams Servants, those that represent them to Learn of those God sets over them, the use of their weapons,
and the order of War, that they may be expert for Warr. It is a commendation of a people or of souldiers to be expert for war, that which the Scripture frequently mentioneth, I shall look but to two places, 1. Cron, 12.33, 35, 36. in many verses of that Chapter, of Zebulun such as went forth to battle, expert for war, with all instruments of war, fifty thousand that could keep rank.
and the order of War, that they may be expert for Warr. It is a commendation of a people or of Soldiers to be expert for war, that which the Scripture frequently mentioneth, I shall look but to two places, 1. Cron, 12.33, 35, 36. in many Verses of that Chapter, of Zebulun such as went forth to battle, expert for war, with all Instruments of war, fifty thousand that could keep rank.
In that Song of Solomon, Cant. 3.7, 8. Behold his bed which is Solomons, threescore valiant men are about it, of the valiant of Israel, they all hold swords, being expert in War. Every man hath his sword upon his thigh,
In that Song of Solomon, Cant 3.7, 8. Behold his Bed which is Solomons, threescore valiant men Are about it, of the valiant of Israel, they all hold swords, being expert in War. Every man hath his sword upon his thigh,
It is a part of the general Calling, whereto God calls every man that is capable (not impotent men nor children) but according to that time the Scripture reckoneth, from twenty years and upward, all that were ready to go forth to war.
It is a part of the general Calling, whereto God calls every man that is capable (not impotent men nor children) but according to that time the Scripture Reckoneth, from twenty Years and upward, all that were ready to go forth to war.
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It is a duty and praise-worthy piece of skill, to be expert for war. To be good souldiers is a matter of praise or honour, which made the Apostle use it in a spiritual sence, therefore my Son endure hardness as a good souldier of Jesus-Christ. 2. Tim. 2.3. It is a strange piece of dotage befallen this crazy headed Age, that men should not use the sword:
It is a duty and praiseworthy piece of skill, to be expert for war. To be good Soldiers is a matter of praise or honour, which made the Apostle use it in a spiritual sense, Therefore my Son endure hardness as a good soldier of Jesus christ. 2. Tim. 2.3. It is a strange piece of dotage befallen this crazy headed Age, that men should not use the sword:
The Apostle to the Hebrews Cap. 11.33.34. when he makes mention of the Worthyes, he mentioneth these two together, Who through Faith subdued Kingdoms, wrought righteousness;
The Apostle to the Hebrews Cap. 11.33.34. when he makes mention of the Worthies, he mentioneth these two together, Who through Faith subdued Kingdoms, wrought righteousness;
then in the use of it in War. There is no higher occasion ordinary or outward, wherein we have a higher opportunity or use for Faith, & so other Graces.
then in the use of it in War. There is no higher occasion ordinary or outward, wherein we have a higher opportunity or use for Faith, & so other Graces.
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But that it is a duty of great Consequence, I shall speak to the Doctrine in these two parts. 1. It is a commendable practice. 2. It is the duty of Gods Abrahams to have a care of this work to instruct souldiers that they may be fit for War:
But that it is a duty of great Consequence, I shall speak to the Doctrine in these two parts. 1. It is a commendable practice. 2. It is the duty of God's Abrahams to have a care of this work to instruct Soldiers that they may be fit for War:
if I whet my glittering sword, and my hand take hold on vengeance, Deut. 32.41. He looks to the forming of the weapons, He teacheth men the ordering of the battel:
if I whet my glittering sword, and my hand take hold on vengeance, Deuteronomy 32.41. He looks to the forming of the weapons, He Teaches men the ordering of the battle:
The Race is not to the swift, nor the Battle to the strong, God over-rules it, gives it where he pleases, It is the Lord of Hosts that mustereth the Host of the Battle.
The Raze is not to the swift, nor the Battle to the strong, God overrules it, gives it where he Pleases, It is the Lord of Hosts that mustereth the Host of the Battle.
Isa. 13.4, 5. The noise of a multitude in the mountains, like as the noise of a great people, a tumultuous noise of the Kingdoms of nations gathered together:
Isaiah 13.4, 5. The noise of a multitude in the Mountains, like as the noise of a great people, a tumultuous noise of the Kingdoms of Nations gathered together:
And therefore we have this as a frequent expression, The Battle is the Lords, & hath been used for encouragement by those that have been Commanders of the People of God,
And Therefore we have this as a frequent expression, The Battle is the lords, & hath been used for encouragement by those that have been Commanders of the People of God,
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when in any eminent danger, Be not afraid, for the Battle is the Lords. 1. Sam. 17.47. That the Battle is the Lords, appears by Gods turning the Battle by such a small accident as he doth frequently:
when in any eminent danger, Be not afraid, for the Battle is the lords. 1. Sam. 17.47. That the Battle is the lords, appears by God's turning the Battle by such a small accident as he does frequently:
one stone directed right, casteth the day, as it was with the Philistines fighting against Israel. One arrow drawn at a venture, smote the King of Israel between the joints of the harness,
one stone directed right, Cast the day, as it was with the philistines fighting against Israel. One arrow drawn At a venture, smote the King of Israel between the Joints of the harness,
God covers the head in the day of Battle, God particularly saith in every thing, He hath a hand in it, in forming weapons, giving Skill, raising the Spirit.
God covers the head in the day of Battle, God particularly Says in every thing, He hath a hand in it, in forming weapons, giving Skill, raising the Spirit.
2. The wisest of Rulers, and holiest of men, have been still carefull about this duty and work, in the acting of this part, making preparation for War, in Peace,
2. The Wisest of Rulers, and Holiest of men, have been still careful about this duty and work, in the acting of this part, making preparation for War, in Peace,
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Gen. 48. ult. and that he taught his children the use of it, is apparent by the ill use of it, made by Simeon and Levi. He had both used it himself, was expert in the use of it, had won a considerable portion of a country by it,
Gen. 48. ult. and that he taught his children the use of it, is apparent by the ill use of it, made by Simeon and Levi. He had both used it himself, was expert in the use of it, had wone a considerable portion of a country by it,
nor evil occurrent, yet none made greater preparation for War then Solomon did: the Scripture speaks of it as his commendation, to make such preparation for war:
nor evil occurrent, yet none made greater preparation for War then Solomon did: the Scripture speaks of it as his commendation, to make such preparation for war:
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Then the five men departed, and came Laish and saw the people that were therein therein how they dwelt carelesly after the manner of the Zidonians, quiet and secure,
Then the five men departed, and Come Laish and saw the people that were therein therein how they dwelled carelessly After the manner of the Zidonians, quiet and secure,
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it implyes the Children of Israel with their Rulers, had regard to this, to know who were capable to go forth to War. The number of Israel was still taken from their Muster Rolls;
it Implies the Children of Israel with their Rulers, had regard to this, to know who were capable to go forth to War. The number of Israel was still taken from their Muster Rolls;
4. The irrational creatures, when sent by God in way of Judgment, act as if they were under Military Conduct, which shews that it is an advantagious thing to carry on a design. Io•l 2.7.
4. The irrational creatures, when sent by God in Way of Judgement, act as if they were under Military Conduct, which shows that it is an advantageous thing to carry on a Design. Io•l 2.7.
We read of the Catter pillars & the Locusts, & the Canker-worm, God would send them a great Army, they should be like the noise of Chariots on the tops of mountains,
We read of the Catter pillars & the Locusts, & the Cankerworm, God would send them a great Army, they should be like the noise of Chariots on the tops of Mountains,
like the noise of a flame of fire that devoureth stubble, as a strong people set in battle array, they shall run like mighty men and climb the wall like men of war,
like the noise of a flame of fire that devoureth stubble, as a strong people Set in battle array, they shall run like mighty men and climb the wall like men of war,
God doth by it commend military order to rational persons, when he tells us the irrational creatures sent by him in way of Judgment, to accomplish such designs as he by his Providence intendeth,
God does by it commend military order to rational Persons, when he tells us the irrational creatures sent by him in Way of Judgement, to accomplish such designs as he by his Providence intends,
it were to no end to make a law requiring duty, if to our might we should not use the proper means for our own preservation Let but a Prince never so great, tread upon a worm, and it will turn;
it were to no end to make a law requiring duty, if to our might we should not use the proper means for our own preservation Let but a Prince never so great, tread upon a worm, and it will turn;
therefore that Law that gives us a Right, requires attendance on the work of this day, that is Martial exercise, in order to the defence of our selves by Arms,
Therefore that Law that gives us a Right, requires attendance on the work of this day, that is Martial exercise, in order to the defence of our selves by Arms,
he kept some people unsubdued on purpose to teach Israel War. So the Lord hath dealt with us by his Providence here in this wilderness, these are the Nations which the Lord left to prove Israel by, those that had not known the Wars of Canaan, only that the generations might know to teach them War. Judg. 3.1, 2. It was the duty of Israel therefore to learn, that they might be expert for war;
he kept Some people unsubdued on purpose to teach Israel War. So the Lord hath dealt with us by his Providence Here in this Wilderness, these Are the nations which the Lord left to prove Israel by, those that had not known the Wars of Canaan, only that the generations might know to teach them War. Judges 3.1, 2. It was the duty of Israel Therefore to Learn, that they might be expert for war;
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3. Our Saviour Christs Command is an Argument that it is a Duty, he that hath not a Sword, let him sel his garment and buy one. Luk. 22.36. which doth infer the learning, the use of it, or whatsoever is needfull to defend our selves in troublesome times.
3. Our Saviour Christ Command is an Argument that it is a Duty, he that hath not a Sword, let him sell his garment and buy one. Luk. 22.36. which does infer the learning, the use of it, or whatsoever is needful to defend our selves in troublesome times.
but when it is otherwise with the People of God, that they have time to furnish themselves, the Lord doth direct us to use them and they are the only means of our preservation, they are the only walls and bulwarks of Gods Herititage here.
but when it is otherwise with the People of God, that they have time to furnish themselves, the Lord does Direct us to use them and they Are the only means of our preservation, they Are the only walls and bulwarks of God's Herititage Here.
so that we have nothing left us but only this, First that hedge which God made about Job, 2. As to means it is only that wall of Bones (as one calls it) better then a wall of Stones, our Souldiers, which, howsoever it may seem weak to some,
so that we have nothing left us but only this, First that hedge which God made about Job, 2. As to means it is only that wall of Bones (as one calls it) better then a wall of Stones, our Soldiers, which, howsoever it may seem weak to Some,
The resolution that appear'd in Simeon and Levi, together with the fear of God, begat such an awe and dread of that little Family on the Country round about.
The resolution that appeared in Simeon and Levi, together with the Fear of God, begat such an awe and dread of that little Family on the Country round about.
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the name of our military Skill, our readiness & expertness in military exercises, is that for which we have been famed abroad in other countryes, both among Dutch and French, What the Governour of Manadus saw in that little time when he was here, gave us no small credit in Holland. What made the Indians live quietly by us so long? they had hatred to to us many years before it broke out.
the name of our military Skill, our readiness & expertness in military exercises, is that for which we have been famed abroad in other countries, both among Dutch and French, What the Governor of Manadus saw in that little time when he was Here, gave us not small credit in Holland. What made the Indians live quietly by us so long? they had hatred to to us many Years before it broke out.
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There is such agreement between the Spiritual and temporal Warfare, that every thing belonging to a Souldier, is made use of to resemble some Grace or Duty of a Christian, something belonging to a Christian.
There is such agreement between the Spiritual and temporal Warfare, that every thing belonging to a Soldier, is made use of to resemble Some Grace or Duty of a Christian, something belonging to a Christian.
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There is nothing belonging to a Souldier, but be sure some spiritual use may be made of it, all the parts of his Armour, every one doth exceedingly well set out some Grace or duty of a Christian.
There is nothing belonging to a Soldier, but be sure Some spiritual use may be made of it, all the parts of his Armour, every one does exceedingly well Set out Some Grace or duty of a Christian.
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every one would know their duty, their instruction was to be content with their hire; the work was warrantable, and instruction is given for the better ordering of it.
every one would know their duty, their instruction was to be content with their hire; the work was warrantable, and instruction is given for the better ordering of it.
Abrahams Souldiers were ready immediately on notice, they had not their arms to seek, Abraham was not to buy them, they were ready to pursue and follow the enemy;
Abrahams Soldiers were ready immediately on notice, they had not their arms to seek, Abraham was not to buy them, they were ready to pursue and follow the enemy;
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the highest service that ever was done for the Lord Jesus Christ is yet behind, the destruction of God and Magog, so the enemies of the Church are called in Scripture;
the highest service that ever was done for the Lord jesus christ is yet behind, the destruction of God and Magog, so the enemies of the Church Are called in Scripture;
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and the Kingdoms of this world shall become the Kingdoms of our Lord & of his Christ the Lamb will have followers such as shall not love their lives to the death, he hath work to do in the world,
and the Kingdoms of this world shall become the Kingdoms of our Lord & of his christ the Lamb will have followers such as shall not love their lives to the death, he hath work to do in the world,
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Look at it in Germany or Holland, or where ever else there hath been any attempt first or last, there hath been something of a War for the defence of it,
Look At it in Germany or Holland, or where ever Else there hath been any attempt First or last, there hath been something of a War for the defence of it,
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or for laying the Foundation, the Sword will be drawn upon Christs account, and therefore that consideration should stir us up to keep up this military Skill or Exercises, that we may be the better fitted for it.
or for laying the Foundation, the Sword will be drawn upon Christ account, and Therefore that consideration should stir us up to keep up this military Skill or Exercises, that we may be the better fitted for it.
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as I might easily demonstrate, but the reason of the thing it self is sufficient to convince us of this, no Merchant but observeth anothers motions and actions, trading and advantage that he makes, no Husbandman but hath his eye on his Neighbour, to see how he profiteth by his labour and pains, that he may do the like;
as I might Easily demonstrate, but the reason of the thing it self is sufficient to convince us of this, no Merchant but observeth another's motions and actions, trading and advantage that he makes, no Husbandman but hath his eye on his Neighbour, to see how he profiteth by his labour and pains, that he may do the like;
So it is in other things, no Plantation goes on and thrives, but they that have neighbouring plantations are looking or it and observing it, our own dayly observation may be sufficient to make us believe this, there is not a small Island in America, but the Princes or States of Europe are striving for it,
So it is in other things, no Plantation Goes on and thrives, but they that have neighbouring plantations Are looking or it and observing it, our own daily observation may be sufficient to make us believe this, there is not a small Island in America, but the Princes or States of Europe Are striving for it,
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3. The sins of New-England increase, iniquity doth abound, and the Love of many doth wax cold, and therefore trouble will be, usually the sword is one means, by which God punisheth this sin in his people,
3. The Sins of New england increase, iniquity does abound, and the Love of many does wax cold, and Therefore trouble will be, usually the sword is one means, by which God Punisheth this since in his people,
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Intemperance, Luxury, filthiness, and uncleaness in the world doth so debauch men, they are not like to breed up Souldiers for Christ, to do service for Christ, he that striveth for Mastery must be temperate in all things.
Intemperance, Luxury, filthiness, and uncleanness in the world does so debauch men, they Are not like to breed up Soldiers for christ, to do service for christ, he that striveth for Mastery must be temperate in all things.
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It is rare to find men that we can call Drunkards, but there are abundance of Tiplers in New-England. This makes Youth effeminate and wanton, besides the injury to mens Consciences;
It is rare to find men that we can call Drunkards, but there Are abundance of Tipplers in New england. This makes Youth effeminate and wanton, beside the injury to men's Consciences;
this doth make men not so bold, The Righteous are bold as a Lion, Prov. 28.1. It hath been a question whether Athiesme or Piety have made the better Souldiers? late experience as well as this of Abraham doth teach us, that a well established Conscience, is better then a seared Conscience to fill a man with Courage:
this does make men not so bold, The Righteous Are bold as a lion, Curae 28.1. It hath been a question whither Athiesme or Piety have made the better Soldiers? late experience as well as this of Abraham does teach us, that a well established Conscience, is better then a seared Conscience to fill a man with Courage:
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some fill themselves with drink, to make them forget the fear of death, but David that was a couragious Souldier, knew no way so fit to animate his Spirit as to go to the promise of God;
Some fill themselves with drink, to make them forget the Fear of death, but David that was a courageous Soldier, knew no Way so fit to animate his Spirit as to go to the promise of God;
That Atheisme cannot do so much as a good Conscience, may appear from two Reasons. 1. Because an Atheist hath no assurance of a Reward, whereas a Believer hath.
That Atheism cannot do so much as a good Conscience, may appear from two Reasons. 1. Because an Atheist hath no assurance of a Reward, whereas a Believer hath.
it is not so with an Atheist, To me to dye is gain, Phil. 1 21. Therfore saith Solomon, the day of Death is better then the day of a mans Birth, viz. to the Saints,
it is not so with an Atheist, To me to die is gain, Philip 1 21. Therefore Says Solomon, the day of Death is better then the day of a men Birth, viz. to the Saints,
then any other, from any other Consideration. The Psalmist expresseth it in another manner, Psal. 1 12.7. He shall not be afraid of evil Tidings, his heart is fixed trusting in the Lord.
then any other, from any other Consideration. The Psalmist Expresses it in Another manner, Psalm 1 12.7. He shall not be afraid of evil Tidings, his heart is fixed trusting in the Lord.
God expecteth from you that you should act Abrahams part. 1. I would speak a few words of Encouragement to you. 2. By way of Direction. For Encouragement.
God Expects from you that you should act Abrahams part. 1. I would speak a few words of Encouragement to you. 2. By Way of Direction. For Encouragement.
He mocks at fear, he is not afraid, neither turns he back from the sword. Job. 39. 22-25. I speak this because I have seen and heard something my self of the Courage of Souldiers, that hath been better and more refreshing then the greatest Daintyes or Feast could be:
He mocks At Fear, he is not afraid, neither turns he back from the sword. Job. 39. 22-25. I speak this Because I have seen and herd something my self of the Courage of Soldiers, that hath been better and more refreshing then the greatest Dainties or Feast could be:
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The spirits of men to be raised and heightned in danger, if we had the Mines of Mexico and Peru, it would not be such a mercy and blessing to the Country as this is.
The spirits of men to be raised and heightened in danger, if we had the Mines of Mexico and Peru, it would not be such a mercy and blessing to the Country as this is.
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And by the way, I might encourage Rulers, Governours and Parents to train & bring up their Children in such manner that they may endure Hardness. Thô Isaac was a great Prince,
And by the Way, I might encourage Rulers, Governors and Parents to train & bring up their Children in such manner that they may endure Hardness. Though Isaac was a great Prince,
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Isaac was a Prince, acknowledged by the King of the Philistines, yet he brings up Jacob in such a manner, that he should not complain of this hardness, to be sent out alone, to lye in the woods,
Isaac was a Prince, acknowledged by the King of the philistines, yet he brings up Jacob in such a manner, that he should not complain of this hardness, to be sent out alone, to lie in the woods,
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That Rulers should look unto, that they may have Souldiers ready for any Expedition. There are good Laws, but there needs strictness in the execution of them. 2. Keep up martial Discipline:
That Rulers should look unto, that they may have Soldiers ready for any Expedition. There Are good Laws, but there needs strictness in the execution of them. 2. Keep up martial Discipline:
Encourage Artilery-Trainings. 1. It is a way and means to give encouragement to dilligent and expert Men, by giving them titles answerable to their activity and skill.
Encourage Artilery-Trainings. 1. It is a Way and means to give encouragement to diligent and expert Men, by giving them titles answerable to their activity and skill.
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and to that end, Fellow-Souldiers, I would commend a few things, 1. Something to you as Christian Souldiers. 2. Something to you as Souldiers Literal, or men.
and to that end, Fellow-Souldiers, I would commend a few things, 1. Something to you as Christian Soldiers. 2. Something to you as Soldiers Literal, or men.
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1. Get Armour of proof put on the whole Armour of God, that is the way to make a good Souldier, to have his compleat Armour, Armour for his inward man;
1. Get Armour of proof put on the Whole Armour of God, that is the Way to make a good Soldier, to have his complete Armour, Armour for his inward man;
when they come to be in danger, Put on your spiritual Armour, look to that Brest-plate of Righteousness. I would commend the keeping of a good Conscience:
when they come to be in danger, Put on your spiritual Armour, look to that Breastplate of Righteousness. I would commend the keeping of a good Conscience:
Look to your inward man, the Heart, that that be wel guarded and defended, that you have a good Brest-plate for the defence of that. Abraham first taught Piety:
Look to your inward man, the Heart, that that be well guarded and defended, that you have a good Breastplate for the defence of that. Abraham First taught Piety:
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The Lord Jesus when he calls out any, they shall not be bunglers, it will not be long ere the Lord Jesus will call out Souldiers, those that he will use shall be expert for War,
The Lord jesus when he calls out any, they shall not be bunglers, it will not be long ere the Lord jesus will call out Soldiers, those that he will use shall be expert for War,
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and therefore let us accustome our selves to this work, that fatal blow at Black-point should make men love Training; the unreadiness they were in there, they were raw & undisciplined:
and Therefore let us accustom our selves to this work, that fatal blow At Black-point should make men love Training; the unreadiness they were in there, they were raw & undisciplined:
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