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A SERMON Preach'd at the CHESHIRE-FEAST. 1 Pet. ii. 17. Honour all Men; Love the Brotherhood; Fear God; Honour the King.
A SERMON Preached At the CHESHIRE-FEAST. 1 Pet. ii. 17. Honour all Men; Love the Brotherhood; fear God; Honour the King.
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VVHAT the Holy Apostle urges in this Chapter as the most proper method for Christians to observe, under the Persecution of the Roman Tyranny,
WHAT the Holy Apostle urges in this Chapter as the most proper method for Christians to observe, under the Persecution of the Roman Tyranny,
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and in the Infancy of Christianity, that they might prevail against all Opposition;
and in the Infancy of Christianity, that they might prevail against all Opposition;
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is no less practicable for us at this time, tho' (God be Thanked) under far different Circumstances.
is no less practicable for us At this time, though (God be Thanked) under Far different circumstances.
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What was necessary to propagate the Christian Religion, will undoubtedly protect it when Establish'd; and those Lawful means which at first promote, will as probably continue our welfare.
What was necessary to propagate the Christian Religion, will undoubtedly Pact it when Established; and those Lawful means which At First promote, will as probably continue our welfare.
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Thus the advice of my Text is a general and Summary comprehension of our Duty as Christians,
Thus the Advice of my Text is a general and Summary comprehension of our Duty as Christians,
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and a sure guide to our Prosperity as Men:
and a sure guide to our Prosperity as Men:
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Teaching us the most infallible means to attain, and grow in favour both with God and Man. For if we Honour all Men, and Love the Brotherhood; if we Fear God and Honour the King, undoutedly our Israel will flourish;
Teaching us the most infallible means to attain, and grow in favour both with God and Man. For if we Honour all Men, and Love the Brotherhood; if we fear God and Honour the King, undoubtedly our Israel will flourish;
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Peace will be within our Walls, and Plenteousness in all our Palaces. The Words contain two general Parts.Peace will be within our Walls, and Plenteousness in all our Palaces. The Words contain two general Parts.
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The first more particularly, relates to the Alternate duty between private Persons, Honour all Men, but especially Love the Brotherhood. The second enjoins the duty of Inferiors to their Superior, viz. of Creatures to their Creator,The First more particularly, relates to the Alternate duty between private Persons, Honour all Men, but especially Love the Brotherhood. The second enjoins the duty of Inferiors to their Superior, viz. of Creatures to their Creator,
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and of Subjects to their King; Fear God, and Honour the King.
and of Subjects to their King; fear God, and Honour the King.
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For the better understanding of which I think is not improper, to give you the import or meaning of the Word Honour; and
For the better understanding of which I think is not improper, to give you the import or meaning of the Word Honour; and
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First, It signifies an outward Gesture or Reverence of the Body, by bowing the Head;First, It signifies an outward Gesture or reverence of the Body, by bowing the Head;
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puting off of the Hat, or any other such like civil respect, according to the Custom of the Nation we live in.
putting off of the Hat, or any other such like civil respect, according to the Custom of the nation we live in.
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Thus Lev. 19. 32. Thou shalt rise up before the Hoary Head, and Honour the Face of the Old Man.
Thus Lev. 19. 32. Thou shalt rise up before the Hoary Head, and Honour the Face of the Old Man.
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Secondly, It signifies to censer Honour upon another, as God Himself speaking of the Righteous Man, Ps. 91. 15. says, I will be with him in trouble, I will deliver him, and honour him, i. e.Secondly, It signifies to censer Honour upon Another, as God Himself speaking of the Righteous Man, Ps. 91. 15. Says, I will be with him in trouble, I will deliver him, and honour him, i. e.
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I will advance him to honour.
I will advance him to honour.
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Thirdly, It is taken for the joint Devotion of the Body and Heart, by paying all External and Internal Reverence unto God,Thirdly, It is taken for the joint Devotion of the Body and Heart, by paying all External and Internal reverence unto God,
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as we read of Nebuchadnezzar King of Babylon, who (after God had Punished his Presumption,
as we read of Nebuchadnezzar King of Babylon, who (After God had Punished his Presumption,
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and restored him to his Understanding and Kingdom) makes this Solemn Declaration: Now I Nebuchadnezzar Praise and Extol, and Honour the King of Heaven, Dan. 4. 34. Fourthly, It is taken for a Charitable distribution of some part of our Estates, according to our Abilities and the Necessities of those who want.
and restored him to his Understanding and Kingdom) makes this Solemn Declaration: Now I Nebuchadnezzar Praise and Extol, and Honour the King of Heaven, Dan. 4. 34. Fourthly, It is taken for a Charitable distribution of Some part of our Estates, according to our Abilities and the Necessities of those who want.
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In which sense Solomon advises us, To Honour God with our Substance, and the First-Fruits of all our encrease. Prov. 3. 9. i. e.
In which sense Solomon advises us, To Honour God with our Substance, and the First-Fruits of all our increase. Curae 3. 9. i. e.
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to give, what we can well and Prudently spare, to such Charitable Uses, as may best tend to the Advanc•ment of Piety,
to give, what we can well and Prudently spare, to such Charitable Uses, as may best tend to the Advanc•ment of Piety,
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and the Manifestation of our Thankfulness to the Almighty.
and the Manifestation of our Thankfulness to the Almighty.
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And this is called Honouring of God, because in so doing, 1st. We, as His Faithful Stewards, become Dispensers of His Bounty to the Needy.
And this is called Honouring of God, Because in so doing, 1st. We, as His Faithful Stewards, become Dispensers of His Bounty to the Needy.
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2ly. We tacitely acknowledge our Gratitude to Him for His Goodness towards us. 3ly. We own Him for the Lord and Donor of all;2ly. We tacitly acknowledge our Gratitude to Him for His goodness towards us. 3ly. We own Him for the Lord and Donor of all;
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and consequently that the Honour and Glory of all is due unto Him;
and consequently that the Honour and Glory of all is due unto Him;
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which Charity, Thankfulness and Humility, thus united, is an acceptable Method of ascribing Honour unto Him.
which Charity, Thankfulness and Humility, thus united, is an acceptable Method of ascribing Honour unto Him.
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Now tho' I must acknowledge, that the Honour here mentioned, is by the Apostle more particularly intended of that, which we owe to the subordinate and deputed Magistrates, who are set over us by Kings and Princes;
Now though I must acknowledge, that the Honour Here mentioned, is by the Apostle more particularly intended of that, which we owe to the subordinate and deputed Magistrates, who Are Set over us by Kings and Princes;
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yet the Words may very well include a larger sense;
yet the Words may very well include a larger sense;
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especially since St. Paul advises us to be kindly Affectioned one to another in Brotherly Love, in honour prefering one another, Rom. 12. 10. as also when He exhorts Timothy to Honour Widows, that are Widows indeed;
especially since Saint Paul advises us to be kindly Affectioned one to Another in Brotherly Love, in honour preferring one Another, Rom. 12. 10. as also when He exhorts Timothy to Honour Widows, that Are Widows indeed;
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and to account the Elders, who rule well, worthy of double Honour. and to account the Elders, who Rule well, worthy of double Honour.
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So that in strictness of the sense, we are positively commanded in the first Words, to Honour, Reverence,
So that in strictness of the sense, we Are positively commanded in the First Words, to Honour, reverence,
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and Respect our Governours according to their several Degrees and Qualities; not only in respect of their Persons, but their Authority:
and Respect our Governors according to their several Degrees and Qualities; not only in respect of their Persons, but their authority:
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rendering to all of them their dues; rendering to all of them their dues;
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Tribute to whom tribute is due, Custom to whom custom, Fear to whom fear, Honour to whom honour. Tribute to whom tribute is due, Custom to whom custom, fear to whom Fear, Honour to whom honour.
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'Tis not then an equal and indifferent behaviour towards all Men (as some no less proudly than ignorantly imagine) which the Words enjoin;
It's not then an equal and indifferent behaviour towards all Men (as Some no less proudly than ignorantly imagine) which the Words enjoin;
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but such an Honour as admits of several Degrees according to the several Stations of Persons;
but such an Honour as admits of several Degrees according to the several Stations of Persons;
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and even excludes some as altogether incapable or undeserving to have any Honour pay'd unto them.
and even excludes Some as altogether incapable or undeserving to have any Honour paid unto them.
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For though with God, in regard of the Impartiality of his Justice, there be no respect of Persons;
For though with God, in regard of the Impartiality of his justice, there be no respect of Persons;
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yet in order to the better Government of the World, He hath placed some Men as Vessels of Honour above others, of whom He Himself tells us, I have said ye are Gods. And certainly to refuse to pay our Obliged honour to such, is as ridiculous and unseemly,
yet in order to the better Government of the World, He hath placed Some Men as Vessels of Honour above Others, of whom He Himself tells us, I have said you Are God's And Certainly to refuse to pay our Obliged honour to such, is as ridiculous and unseemly,
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as it is to give it unto Fools or Beggars.
as it is to give it unto Fools or Beggars.
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But besides those, whom God and the King have set over us, there is Honour due to some by their Birth and Quality;
But beside those, whom God and the King have Set over us, there is Honour due to Some by their Birth and Quality;
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to others upon the account of their Parts and Abilities;
to Others upon the account of their Parts and Abilities;
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and to a third sort, by Reason of some Obligeing kindness or favour received from them.
and to a third sort, by Reason of Some Obliging kindness or favour received from them.
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To all these (besides that due from near Relations to one another, and from a Servant to his Master) there is an extraordinary Honour and respect to be shewed, void of envy and detraction.
To all these (beside that endue from near Relations to one Another, and from a Servant to his Master) there is an extraordinary Honour and respect to be showed, void of envy and detraction.
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For assuredly it is our undoubted Obligation to Reverence and Respect those before the rest of Mankind, whom God hath peculiarly raised above others, to be Instruments and Promoters of His Glory,
For assuredly it is our undoubted Obligation to reverence and Respect those before the rest of Mankind, whom God hath peculiarly raised above Others, to be Instruments and Promoters of His Glory,
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and the Publick or even our Private Good.
and the Public or even our Private Good.
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As we say Love generally begets Love, so in this case the discreet Performance of this Duty, by demeaning our selves lowly and reverently to all our betters, will incite them to reward the Honour, with favour and Affection.
As we say Love generally begets Love, so in this case the discreet Performance of this Duty, by demeaning our selves lowly and reverently to all our betters, will incite them to reward the Honour, with favour and Affection.
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Such Behaviour will Meliorate the Dispositions of those who otherwise might be enclin'd to Oppression.
Such Behaviour will Meliorate the Dispositions of those who otherwise might be inclined to Oppression.
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It is also the most approved Method to prevail over the haughty to look favourably upon the humble;
It is also the most approved Method to prevail over the haughty to look favourably upon the humble;
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It will improve and enlarge the generous, Compassionate Soul, to continue his Bounty and Loving-kindness, with the greater Chearfulness and Alacrity.
It will improve and enlarge the generous, Compassionate Soul, to continue his Bounty and Lovingkindness, with the greater Cheerfulness and Alacrity.
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Thus one Duty will be a motive to another;
Thus one Duty will be a motive to Another;
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and Perpetuate a Reciprocal endeavour towards the obtaining of Peace, Unity and Concord, which always produces Plenty and Prosperity.
and Perpetuate a Reciprocal endeavour towards the obtaining of Peace, Unity and Concord, which always produces Plenty and Prosperity.
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But as the Apostle Commands this Honour in general to Persons of all Nations and Religions, Good or Bad,
But as the Apostle Commands this Honour in general to Persons of all nations and Religions, Good or Bad,
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as the Circumstances of those Christians who live under them require:
as the circumstances of those Christians who live under them require:
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So much more are we engag'd to do it to those of our own Nation or Religion.
So much more Are we engaged to do it to those of our own nation or Religion.
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We must and may Honour all Men according to their Estate and Condition; but in a more strict and peculiar manner we are enjoin'd. Qly. To Love the Brotherhood.
We must and may Honour all Men according to their Estate and Condition; but in a more strict and peculiar manner we Are enjoined. Qly. To Love the Brotherhood.
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Now as this Love contains in it the Honour before mentioned:
Now as this Love contains in it the Honour before mentioned:
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So over and above it includes in it such a mutual affection, Alliance and Brotherly Love,
So over and above it includes in it such a mutual affection, Alliance and Brotherly Love,
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as must Exert it self in all manner of Actions which may lawfully and prudently tend to the Good of each other.
as must Exert it self in all manner of Actions which may lawfully and prudently tend to the Good of each other.
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This is the very Characteristical and distinguishing Badge of Christ's Disciples. A new Commandment I give unto you, saith our Saviour, That ye Love one another.
This is the very Characteristical and distinguishing Badge of Christ's Disciples. A new Commandment I give unto you, Says our Saviour, That you Love one Another.
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As I have Loved you, that ye also Love one another.
As I have Loved you, that you also Love one Another.
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By this shall all Men know that ye are my Disciples, if ye have Love one to another, John 13. 3, 4, 5. He redoubles and repeats the Command,By this shall all Men know that you Are my Disciples, if you have Love one to Another, John 13. 3, 4, 5. He redoubles and repeats the Command,
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as it were thrice in the same Breath, on purpose to urge it with the greater energy or force;
as it were thrice in the same Breath, on purpose to urge it with the greater energy or force;
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and to make it take the deeper Impression upon us. He plainly foresaw what dismal Persecutions would oppress the Faithful;
and to make it take the Deeper Impression upon us. He plainly foresaw what dismal Persecutions would oppress the Faithful;
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and that the strictest Obligations to Love and Friendship would be of absolute necessity to support them in their sufferings;
and that the Strictest Obligations to Love and Friendship would be of absolute necessity to support them in their sufferings;
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and therefore He delivers this Commandment with such Pathetick Circumstances as might engage them more effectually to the performance.
and Therefore He delivers this Commandment with such Pathetic circumstances as might engage them more effectually to the performance.
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'Tis some comfort to have Co-partners in trouble, (I mean for a good cause) The undaunted Constancy of one buoys up the sinking Spirit of another:
It's Some Comfort to have Copartners in trouble, (I mean for a good cause) The undaunted Constancy of one buoys up the sinking Spirit of Another:
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And mutual Compassion does in a manner divide any affliction, making it affect the suffering party with a far less Powerful resentment.
And mutual Compassion does in a manner divide any affliction, making it affect the suffering party with a Far less Powerful resentment.
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But certainly in such cases 'tis the indispensable Duty of the whole Church, to assist them to the utmost, not only with their Prayers but their purses.
But Certainly in such cases it's the indispensable Duty of the Whole Church, to assist them to the utmost, not only with their Prayers but their purses.
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'Tis more Blessed to give than to receive, says our Saviour; It's more Blessed to give than to receive, Says our Saviour;
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and surely no instance of it can be more honourable, than that of relieving those who suffer for Righteousness sake.
and surely no instance of it can be more honourable, than that of relieving those who suffer for Righteousness sake.
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This is the highest Act of Charity; the truest Test of every Christian;
This is the highest Act of Charity; the Truest Test of every Christian;
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wherein every one ought to vye with each other for the common edifying of the Church. wherein every one ought to vie with each other for the Common edifying of the Church.
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'Tis the cheapest composition, and hath the best of all Funds to ensure us from the like Extremity.
It's the cheapest composition, and hath the best of all Funds to ensure us from the like Extremity.
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And I doubt not, but God in his great Mercy will so effectually hear and accept our Prayers and Charity for the distressed Protestants,
And I doubt not, but God in his great Mercy will so effectually hear and accept our Prayers and Charity for the distressed Protestants,
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as to shorten the time of their Persecution;
as to shorten the time of their Persecution;
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and to Crown them with Religious perseverance, to the Salvation of their own Souls, and (may it please God) to the Conversion of their Tormentors also.
and to Crown them with Religious perseverance, to the Salvation of their own Souls, and (may it please God) to the Conversion of their Tormentors also.
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'Twere easy to enlarge upon this subject, but the present Occasion recals me home, to those who are our Brethren in a nearer Relation.
'Twere easy to enlarge upon this Subject, but the present Occasion recalls me home, to those who Are our Brothers in a nearer Relation.
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For though we ought to retain an Universal good will towards all Mankind, especially Christians;
For though we ought to retain an Universal good will towards all Mankind, especially Christians;
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yet since our Abilities cannot possibly extend to all, Love contracts the Object of our Charity;
yet since our Abilities cannot possibly extend to all, Love contracts the Object of our Charity;
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that we should not imprudently bestow that on Strangers which more properly belongs to our own Country.
that we should not imprudently bestow that on Strangers which more properly belongs to our own Country.
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Charity and Love in this point may lawfully begin at home.
Charity and Love in this point may lawfully begin At home.
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For Nature instructs us to have an inbred affection to the Place we were Born in;
For Nature instructs us to have an inbred affection to the Place we were Born in;
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the Persons we are related to, and those we are bred up, or have Conversation, with.
the Persons we Are related to, and those we Are bred up, or have Conversation, with.
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'Tis the main design of your meeting. To maintain Friendship and Promote Charity; and indeed the advice of my Text is an effectual Method to both;
It's the main Design of your meeting. To maintain Friendship and Promote Charity; and indeed the Advice of my Text is an effectual Method to both;
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towards the Observance and intent of which be pleas'd to take notice, That our Love to the Brotherhood consists.
towards the Observance and intent of which be pleased to take notice, That our Love to the Brotherhood consists.
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First, In Loving the Persons, seperately as Brethren. Secondly, In Loving the Assembly, Collectively as a Church.First, In Loving the Persons, separately as Brothers. Secondly, In Loving the Assembly, Collectively as a Church.
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The first of these exerts it self in the mutual Amity of each other as equals.
The First of these exerts it self in the mutual Amity of each other as equals.
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How good and pleasant a thing it is for Brethren to dwell together in Ʋnity! says the Psalmist. 'Tis as sweet incense in the Nostrils of the Almighty;How good and pleasant a thing it is for Brothers to dwell together in Ʋnity! Says the Psalmist. It's as sweet incense in the Nostrils of the Almighty;
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acceptable to God, beneficial unto Men.
acceptable to God, beneficial unto Men.
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Nothing is able (as to our humane endeavours) to preserve Church and State so much,
Nothing is able (as to our humane endeavours) to preserve Church and State so much,
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as mutual Brotherly Love which is the Fruit of the Spirit; the very bond of Peace.
as mutual Brotherly Love which is the Fruit of the Spirit; the very bound of Peace.
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This redoubles all that is good, this will sweeten and mitigate all afflictions:
This redoubles all that is good, this will sweeten and mitigate all afflictions:
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And will render that considerable in an entire Body, which would be almost despicable if seperated.
And will render that considerable in an entire Body, which would be almost despicable if separated.
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Such Societies as these render London like Jerusalem as a City at Ʋnity in it self;
Such Societies as these render London like Jerusalem as a city At Ʋnity in it self;
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wherein nothing is more Amiable and Lovely, than the Harmonious concourse of Persons, thus gathered together (as it were in Tribes) to serve God, and do good unto Men.
wherein nothing is more Amiable and Lovely, than the Harmonious concourse of Persons, thus gathered together (as it were in Tribes) to serve God, and do good unto Men.
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From this source (as Springs from the Ocean) arise many circulating Veins of treasures which flow to it again in larger streams:
From this source (as Springs from the Ocean) arise many circulating veins of treasures which flow to it again in larger streams:
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And by such means you Water and refresh even the barrenest Countries at the remotest distance; which is your greatest Glory.
And by such means you Water and refresh even the barrenest Countries At the Remotest distance; which is your greatest Glory.
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For as the External ornament consists in the Pomp and appearance of the Persons:
For as the External ornament consists in the Pomp and appearance of the Persons:
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So the Internal, which is chiefly to be regarded, is most remarkable in that Charity which attends it;
So the Internal, which is chiefly to be regarded, is most remarkable in that Charity which attends it;
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and is indeed the most Important as well as Religious intent of your Meeting. And this leads me to speak,
and is indeed the most Important as well as Religious intent of your Meeting. And this leads me to speak,
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Secondly, Of that Love to our Inferior Brethren, which manisests its self in contributing to their necessities.Secondly, Of that Love to our Inferior Brothers, which manisests its self in contributing to their necessities.
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Bare Speculative Love is not all that is required;
Bore Speculative Love is not all that is required;
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Outward Pomp and shew, signify nothing, without actual Charity in contributing to the relief of our Brethren;
Outward Pomp and show, signify nothing, without actual Charity in contributing to the relief of our Brothers;
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which is a duty incumbent upon us by a double Obligation. First, In Gratitude to Gods Bounty towards us.
which is a duty incumbent upon us by a double Obligation. First, In Gratitude to God's Bounty towards us.
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Secondly, In Obedience to His express Commands. 'Tis God's Providence alone which hath made a distinction amongst us.Secondly, In obedience to His express Commands. It's God's Providence alone which hath made a distinction among us.
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There is no difference in the Original mould, nor will there be in the dust of the Grave.
There is no difference in the Original mould, nor will there be in the dust of the Grave.
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The rich and poor are equal in this, the Lord is the Maker of them both. The rich and poor Are equal in this, the Lord is the Maker of them both.
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He could either have made the Birth abortive; or the wisest and richest Fools and Beggars.
He could either have made the Birth abortive; or the Wisest and Richest Fools and Beggars.
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Nay, He can in a small time reduce the most Potent Monarch from the Throne to the Dung-hill; and (as He did Nebuchadnezzar) make him dwell with the wild Asses,
Nay, He can in a small time reduce the most Potent Monarch from the Throne to the Dunghill; and (as He did Nebuchadnezzar) make him dwell with the wild Asses,
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and eat Grass with the Beasts of the Field; For it is by His free Grace alone that we are what we are.and eat Grass with the Beasts of the Field; For it is by His free Grace alone that we Are what we Are.
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We can make Him no Retaliation for the good things He hath plentifully bestowed on us;
We can make Him no Retaliation for the good things He hath plentifully bestowed on us;
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we must therefore pay to the Creature in this sense what is due to the Creator:
we must Therefore pay to the Creature in this sense what is due to the Creator:
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And since every other Species delights in its kind, 'tis Natural as well as Religious for one Man to assist and supply the necessities of another.
And since every other Species delights in its kind, it's Natural as well as Religious for one Man to assist and supply the necessities of Another.
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Yet least this Duty, tho' apparently reasonable, should be neglected; and Men endeavour ungratefully to excuse what they are unwilling to perform;
Yet lest this Duty, though apparently reasonable, should be neglected; and Men endeavour ungratefully to excuse what they Are unwilling to perform;
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we have many plain and positive Commands in Scripture to enforce us to it, and therefore must be Charitable.
we have many plain and positive Commands in Scripture to enforce us to it, and Therefore must be Charitable.
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Secondly, In Obedience to God's Commands. There is scarce any Command in Scripture more frequently repeated, especially in the New Testament,Secondly, In obedience to God's Commands. There is scarce any Command in Scripture more frequently repeated, especially in the New Testament,
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than to Love one another; and there can be no instance of our Love, more useful or convincing than by our relieving the Necessitous.
than to Love one Another; and there can be no instance of our Love, more useful or convincing than by our relieving the Necessitous.
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In prosperity every one hath Friends but in adversity few have any.
In Prosperity every one hath Friends but in adversity few have any.
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For that's the touchstone of true Friendship, and we must gratefully acknowledge the Fidelity of those, who supply our Necessities when there is no prospect of a return.
For that's the touchstone of true Friendship, and we must gratefully acknowledge the Fidis of those, who supply our Necessities when there is no prospect of a return.
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Yet that this Virtue may not want its due Encouragement, nor the Poor Benefactors, God himself gives this positive Command, Deut. 15. Thou shalt Open thine hand wide unto thy brother, to thy poor and to thy needy in the land;
Yet that this Virtue may not want its due Encouragement, nor the Poor Benefactors, God himself gives this positive Command, Deuteronomy 15. Thou shalt Open thine hand wide unto thy brother, to thy poor and to thy needy in the land;
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Thou shalt surely give unto him and thy heart shall not be grieved when thou givest unto him;
Thou shalt surely give unto him and thy heart shall not be grieved when thou givest unto him;
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because that for this very thing the Lord thy God shall bless thee in all thy Works and in all that thou puttest thine hand unto. Because that for this very thing the Lord thy God shall bless thee in all thy Works and in all that thou puttest thine hand unto.
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Here we have a positive Command to be Charitable, and that in a large measure; we must open our hand wide; i. e.
Here we have a positive Command to be Charitable, and that in a large measure; we must open our hand wide; i. e.
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liberally and freely Answerable to their Occasions and our Abilities: And the reason of this Command is the more observable;
liberally and freely Answerable to their Occasions and our Abilities: And the reason of this Command is the more observable;
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being for this very Cause God hath blessed some with riches above ohers, that they might be his Faithful Stewards and Treasurers for the Poor.
being for this very Cause God hath blessed Some with riches above ohers, that they might be his Faithful Stewards and Treasurers for the Poor.
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Nor is it a diminution to any ones greatness to Exercise this Virtue: Nay, 'tis indeed the Principal intent of God in raising some above others.
Nor is it a diminution to any ones greatness to Exercise this Virtue: Nay, it's indeed the Principal intent of God in raising Some above Others.
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For since all Superiority is for the publick Good; the greatest Soveraigns and Princes cannot more firmly establish themselves in their greatness;
For since all Superiority is for the public Good; the greatest Sovereigns and Princes cannot more firmly establish themselves in their greatness;
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or be more Honourably employ'd, than in relieving the needy and oppressed:
or be more Honourably employed, than in relieving the needy and oppressed:
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Who are as foils to Diamonds, which tho' of inferiour estimation, do notwithstanding very much encrease and set off the Lustre.
Who Are as foils to Diamonds, which though of inferior estimation, do notwithstanding very much increase and Set off the Lustre.
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Nothing makes them more resemble the Great God of Heaven (from whom alone they derive their Authority) than to imitate the Divine Goodness in Works of Universal Mercy and Compassion.
Nothing makes them more resemble the Great God of Heaven (from whom alone they derive their authority) than to imitate the Divine goodness in Works of Universal Mercy and Compassion.
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So that it may be no small motive to this Duty if I briefly inform you,
So that it may be no small motive to this Duty if I briefly inform you,
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First, Of the Excellency of Charity. Secondly, Of some Promises attending it. As to the First, It is a Divine Vertue, not only acceptable unto God;First, Of the Excellency of Charity. Secondly, Of Some Promises attending it. As to the First, It is a Divine Virtue, not only acceptable unto God;
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but in a disproportionable manner evincing us to be resemblers of him.
but in a disproportionable manner evincing us to be resemblers of him.
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And yet, in this case, he is so far from being jealous of any assault upon his Honour;
And yet, in this case, he is so Far from being jealous of any assault upon his Honour;
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that being essentially Bountiful in himself, he delights to see it shine in his Creatures:
that being essentially Bountiful in himself, he delights to see it shine in his Creatures:
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And according to his Bounty unto any, he expects they should contribute to the necessities of others.
And according to his Bounty unto any, he expects they should contribute to the necessities of Others.
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This is the best Testimony of our Thankfulness unto God; Honourable in its own Nature;
This is the best Testimony of our Thankfulness unto God; Honourable in its own Nature;
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and help to the Needy, Profitable to our very selves, commended by others, and an Act which makes Gods as it were of Men, by communicating to those who want things necessary to their Being and Well-Being.
and help to the Needy, Profitable to our very selves, commended by Others, and an Act which makes God's as it were of Men, by communicating to those who want things necessary to their Being and Well-Being.
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So that such Persons are as Visible God's distributing the common necessaries of Life to the Poor;
So that such Persons Are as Visible God's distributing the Common necessaries of Life to the Poor;
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who, next under God, seem to have an immediate dependance upon charitable People:
who, next under God, seem to have an immediate dependence upon charitable People:
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And whose Welfare is in a manner at their discretion, as they please to diffuse or restrain their Bounty.
And whose Welfare is in a manner At their discretion, as they please to diffuse or restrain their Bounty.
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And in this respect the Rich and Charitable are as it were the perpetual Overseers of the Poor;
And in this respect the Rich and Charitable Are as it were the perpetual Overseers of the Poor;
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the very Conduits of God's Liberality.
the very Conduits of God's Liberality.
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He places his Treasures in their hands, and if they prove Faithful in Distributing as well as Receiving of his Bounty, they make themselves Friends of, that which otherwise will prove, the Mammon of Ʋnrighteousness.
He places his Treasures in their hands, and if they prove Faithful in Distributing as well as Receiving of his Bounty, they make themselves Friends of, that which otherwise will prove, the Mammon of Ʋnrighteousness.
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But that no encouragement may be wanting to promote this Duty. Secondly, God hath annexed Promises, to the performance of it, suitable to our humane conceptions;
But that no encouragement may be wanting to promote this Duty. Secondly, God hath annexed Promises, to the performance of it, suitable to our humane conceptions;
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as it were on purpose to stifle all Objections which avarice might object against it. For least any one should be restrain'd from this Duty through fear of impoverishing himself;
as it were on purpose to stifle all Objections which avarice might Object against it. For least any one should be restrained from this Duty through Fear of impoverishing himself;
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God assures us, Prov. 11. 25. That the Liberal Soul shall be made Fat: And he that watereth [ others ] shall be watered also himself. God assures us, Curae 11. 25. That the Liberal Soul shall be made Fat: And he that Waters [ Others ] shall be watered also himself.
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And in the 28 chap. at the 27. v. He that giveth unto the Poor shall not lack.
And in the 28 chap. At the 27. v. He that gives unto the Poor shall not lack.
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But least these should not be prevalent enough, it is expresly said, Prov. 19. 17. He that hath Pity on the Poor, Lendeth unto the Lord;
But least these should not be prevalent enough, it is expressly said, Curae 19. 17. He that hath Pity on the Poor, Dares unto the Lord;
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and that which he hath given will God pay him again. Here the Lord himself expresly becomes a surety;and that which he hath given will God pay him again. Here the Lord himself expressly becomes a surety;
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and 'tis very certain, that he, who refuses to lend upon this security, must unavoidably displease God.
and it's very certain, that he, who refuses to lend upon this security, must avoidable displease God.
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For, besides the Breach of his Commands, he tacitely indeed, but yet very plainly, confesses, That he believes either God is unable and cannot pay,
For, beside the Breach of his Commands, he tacitly indeed, but yet very plainly, Confesses, That he believes either God is unable and cannot pay,
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or that he is unjust and will not pay what he Promises.
or that he is unjust and will not pay what he Promises.
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Now judge whether either of these Opinions are fit to be conceived of Him who by His Power hath made the World and in Equity preserves it.
Now judge whither either of these Opinions Are fit to be conceived of Him who by His Power hath made the World and in Equity preserves it.
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But our Blessed Saviour goes yet further and plainly assures us, That if we give, it shall not only be repaid unto us,
But our Blessed Saviour Goes yet further and plainly assures us, That if we give, it shall not only be repaid unto us,
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but with such great interest as methinks should tempt a Miser; even with full measure, pressed down and running-over. but with such great Interest as methinks should tempt a Miser; even with full measure, pressed down and running-over.
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And thus have I briefly insisted upon some motives to this Duty of Charity. As to the Persons most proper;
And thus have I briefly insisted upon Some motives to this Duty of Charity. As to the Persons most proper;
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or the proportion to be alloted them, it is altogether needless for me to direct.
or the proportion to be allotted them, it is altogether needless for me to Direct.
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Your former Experience will best instruct you in these particulars, and God prosper the Methods you have taken.
Your former Experience will best instruct you in these particulars, and God prosper the Methods you have taken.
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May he, who alone can, Sanctify your Charity for the Uses intended; as also those by whom, and those to whom it is to be distributed.
May he, who alone can, Sanctify your Charity for the Uses intended; as also those by whom, and those to whom it is to be distributed.
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But besides this Love to the Persons separately as Brethren. Secondly, We are to Love the Brotherhood collectively as a Church.
But beside this Love to the Persons separately as Brothers. Secondly, We Are to Love the Brotherhood collectively as a Church.
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And indeed this is the Principal intent of the Apostle. This is the most endearing, amiable instance of Brotherly affection;
And indeed this is the Principal intent of the Apostle. This is the most endearing, amiable instance of Brotherly affection;
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when with one Heart and one Mind we Worship the Lord in the Beauty of Holiness.
when with one Heart and one Mind we Worship the Lord in the Beauty of Holiness.
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To obtain and continue which Blessing (tho' it may not become me to suspect, that any (at least of those who hear me) differ in Opinion of Religious purport;
To obtain and continue which Blessing (though it may not become me to suspect, that any (At least of those who hear me) differ in Opinion of Religious purport;
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yet) I hope no one, considering the unhappy Divisions amongst us, will think it improper, earnestly to beseech God, That he who can make the People of one Mind, would vouchsafe in Mercy to do so.
yet) I hope no one, considering the unhappy Divisions among us, will think it improper, earnestly to beseech God, That he who can make the People of one Mind, would vouchsafe in Mercy to do so.
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That as we are Members of one County: So we should be all Members of the same Church:
That as we Are Members of one County: So we should be all Members of the same Church:
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And walk unto the house of God unanimously as Brethren; not forsaking the assembling of our selves together as the manner of some is, but exhorting, and vying with one another in Love:
And walk unto the house of God unanimously as Brothers; not forsaking the assembling of our selves together as the manner of Some is, but exhorting, and vying with one Another in Love:
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That by the like proportion as the Members of a natural Body tend all to the mutual decency, service and succour of the same; That by the like proportion as the Members of a natural Body tend all to the mutual decency, service and succour of the same;
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So we may Contribute all we possibly can to the Concord and Welfare of Christ's Mystical Body his Church.So we may Contribute all we possibly can to the Concord and Welfare of Christ's Mystical Body his Church.
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Surely God is there most peculiarly Present; he is there most Propitious.
Surely God is there most peculiarly Present; he is there most Propitious.
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One Day spent in Devotion There, is, as David says, better than a Thousand. Nay he tells us, He had rather be a doorkeeper, i. e.One Day spent in Devotion There, is, as David Says, better than a Thousand. Nay he tells us, He had rather be a doorkeeper, i. e.
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a Lazar or Beggar, a despicable, vile Person lying at the Threshold of the House of God, who (yet was not admitted to enter in) than to Dwell in the Tents of Wickedness, i. e.
a Lazar or Beggar, a despicable, vile Person lying At the Threshold of the House of God, who (yet was not admitted to enter in) than to Dwell in the Tents of Wickedness, i. e.
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than to enjoy all the outward Pomp and Splendor in the World, and be debarr'd of the inexpressible pleasure of Worshiping God at the Tabernacle of his Holiness.
than to enjoy all the outward Pomp and Splendour in the World, and be debarred of the inexpressible pleasure of Worshipping God At the Tabernacle of his Holiness.
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I heartily wish all were of David 's Mind, and that there were no separations from the Church;
I heartily wish all were of David is Mind, and that there were no separations from the Church;
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For certainly if Christ 's Coat was not to be parted, it is extreamly dangerous to rend his Body in pieces.
For Certainly if christ is Coat was not to be parted, it is extremely dangerous to rend his Body in Pieces.
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But I will not engage my self further upon this subject, and shall pass, Secondly, To the other General part of my Text, Fear God, Honour the King.
But I will not engage my self further upon this Subject, and shall pass, Secondly, To the other General part of my Text, fear God, Honour the King.
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Fear, Indeed in the common Notion of the Word, denotes the greater subjection, and Honour the greater Love: fear, Indeed in the Common Notion of the Word, denotes the greater subjection, and Honour the greater Love:
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But if I should thus expound the Text, I might seem to follow the letter; but should very much swerve from the true sense of the Scripture.
But if I should thus expound the Text, I might seem to follow the Letter; but should very much swerve from the true sense of the Scripture.
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For although it be said that we must Fear God, yet it is not to be with a servile dread or horror, (as 'tis said the Indians worship the Devil) with such a Reverend, Holy and aweful Fear as may Testify the greatest Honour, Love and Duty from an Inferiour to a Superiour.
For although it be said that we must fear God, yet it is not to be with a servile dread or horror, (as it's said the Indians worship the devil) with such a Reverend, Holy and awful fear as may Testify the greatest Honour, Love and Duty from an Inferior to a Superior.
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And whereas it is said we must Honour the King, we are thereby bound in Duty to observe an Honourable regard to his Authority,
And whereas it is said we must Honour the King, we Are thereby bound in Duty to observe an Honourable regard to his authority,
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and to obey his Lawful Commands; but with this difference;
and to obey his Lawful Commands; but with this difference;
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viz. We are to Fear and Honour the One as our Maker, the other as under him, our Supream Governour.viz. We Are to fear and Honour the One as our Maker, the other as under him, our Supreme Governor.
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We are to obey God in every thing be it what it will; we are to obey the King only in Lawful things.
We Are to obey God in every thing be it what it will; we Are to obey the King only in Lawful things.
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We must Fear and Honour both where it will consist with each other;
We must fear and Honour both where it will consist with each other;
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but in a case where we are under a necessity of displeasing one, the Fear of God challenges the Superiority:
but in a case where we Are under a necessity of displeasing one, the fear of God challenges the Superiority:
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Tho' even in that case, where we may Lawfully disobey the King;
Though even in that case, where we may Lawfully disobey the King;
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we ought to do it in such an humble and respectful manner, as may apparently declare our Honour to his Authority in all 〈 ◊ 〉 Obligations,
we ought to do it in such an humble and respectful manner, as may apparently declare our Honour to his authority in all 〈 ◊ 〉 Obligations,
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though in that particular we disobey. But to speak of each apart. We must Fear God so as to keep from offending him;
though in that particular we disobey. But to speak of each apart. We must fear God so as to keep from offending him;
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as grateful Persons do their Benefactors; or Lovers their Beloved.
as grateful Persons do their Benefactors; or Lovers their beloved.
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Not so much out of Fear of Punishment, as out of Tenderness and Affection not to displease One we are so Infinitely oblig'd unto.
Not so much out of fear of Punishment, as out of Tenderness and Affection not to displease One we Are so Infinitely obliged unto.
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First, Then we must Fear God, not only for the sake of his Goodness and Excellency, which is great, wonderful and Holy,First, Then we must fear God, not only for the sake of his goodness and Excellency, which is great, wondered and Holy,
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and consequently to be Belov'd in respect of it self: But also for his Dispensation of it to us;
and consequently to be beloved in respect of it self: But also for his Dispensation of it to us;
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in giving us all things freely to enjoy. Things comfortable as well as Necessary; sometimes beyond our Desires, always beyond our Deserts.in giving us all things freely to enjoy. Things comfortable as well as Necessary; sometime beyond our Desires, always beyond our Deserts.
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But (above all things conducing to our Worldly Being) that of his Redemption of Mankind by his Dearly Beloved Son, cannot but have a Powerful Influence, where it is Faithfully digested.
But (above all things conducing to our Worldly Being) that of his Redemption of Mankind by his Dearly beloved Son, cannot but have a Powerful Influence, where it is Faithfully digested.
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For what can so affectionately Unite us to another, as His offering his very Life, not for his own but our Good? Yet this Christ did;
For what can so affectionately Unite us to Another, as His offering his very Life, not for his own but our Good? Yet this christ did;
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who being the Son of God disdained not to become the Son of Man; and having no Sin dyed for ours, that we might be saved.
who being the Son of God disdained not to become the Son of Man; and having no since died for ours, that we might be saved.
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Secondly, We must Fear God because of his absolute Power. As he Created the World by his Meer Word:Secondly, We must fear God Because of his absolute Power. As he Created the World by his Mere Word:
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So by his Word he can easily reduce it to that confused Chaos from whence he Created it.
So by his Word he can Easily reduce it to that confused Chaos from whence he Created it.
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He gave us that Breath which we call Life:
He gave us that Breath which we call Life:
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and when it shall please him to demand it, we shall return again to the dust.
and when it shall please him to demand it, we shall return again to the dust.
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'Tis as impossible for us to refuse or outlive his Summons: As it was for us to become Living Creatures before he gave the All-sufficient Word.
It's as impossible for us to refuse or outlive his Summons: As it was for us to become Living Creatures before he gave the All-sufficient Word.
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Such Thoughts as these will make us tremble, and not only serve the Lord with Fear;
Such Thoughts as these will make us tremble, and not only serve the Lord with fear;
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but even, when (as now) He gives us Occasion of Joy, that we rejoice before him with Reverence.
but even, when (as now) He gives us Occasion of Joy, that we rejoice before him with reverence.
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Yet that which is the strongest motive to our Fear of him, after the consideration of this Absolute Power, is Secondly, His Impartial Justice.
Yet that which is the Strongest motive to our fear of him, After the consideration of this Absolute Power, is Secondly, His Impartial justice.
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There is no respect of Persons with God, says the Apostle.There is no respect of Persons with God, Says the Apostle.
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Not but that he admits, nay Commands, us to Honour some Persons here on Earth before others:
Not but that he admits, nay Commands, us to Honour Some Persons Here on Earth before Others:
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Only when they come before his Tribunal all are alike, and shall be rewarded or punished, not according to their Qualities, but Deserts.
Only when they come before his Tribunal all Are alike, and shall be rewarded or punished, not according to their Qualities, but Deserts.
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Neither can the secrecy of any Action (be it never so cunningly managed) hinder him from the Knowledge of it,
Neither can the secrecy of any Actium (be it never so cunningly managed) hinder him from the Knowledge of it,
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or exempt us from the Punishment. For he is Omniscient and knoweth all things; He is Omnipresent and consequently seeth;
or exempt us from the Punishment. For he is Omniscient and Knoweth all things; He is Omnipresent and consequently sees;
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He is Omnipotent and therefore able to Punish the mightiest of his Creatures. His Knowledge informs him infallibly of all things;
He is Omnipotent and Therefore able to punish the Mightiest of his Creatures. His Knowledge informs him infallibly of all things;
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His Justice will not suffer him to be partial in Judgment; and his Power enables him to execute whatever his Justice decrees.
His justice will not suffer him to be partial in Judgement; and his Power enables him to execute whatever his justice decrees.
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Yet least we should any ways be discouraged by the consideration of this Power and Justice;
Yet lest we should any ways be discouraged by the consideration of this Power and justice;
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as also by our own readiness to every Evil Work (whereby we may provoke Him to anger) there are two Allaies to prevent an Holy Fear;
as also by our own readiness to every Evil Work (whereby we may provoke Him to anger) there Are two Alleys to prevent an Holy fear;
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from degenerating into an Uncomfortable Despair. For, First, God is as Good as He is Absolute:
from degenerating into an Uncomfortable Despair. For, First, God is as Good as He is Absolute:
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So that we need not to dread his Unlimited Power. He is even Goodness it self and cannot do any Tyrannous Act of Oppression:
So that we need not to dread his Unlimited Power. He is even goodness it self and cannot do any Tyrannous Act of Oppression:
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But on the contrary takes Pleasure in the Prosperity of His Creatures;
But on the contrary Takes Pleasure in the Prosperity of His Creatures;
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and hath Gratiously promised that if we seek the Kingdom of God and His Righteousness, all Earthly Blessings shall be added unto us:
and hath Graciously promised that if we seek the Kingdom of God and His Righteousness, all Earthly Blessings shall be added unto us:
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For He will deny no good thing to them who live a Godly Life. Secondly, He is as Merciful as he is Just.
For He will deny no good thing to them who live a Godly Life. Secondly, He is as Merciful as he is Just.
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Nay if there be any Excellency (one above another) in Infinite things, it far exceeds it:
Nay if there be any Excellency (one above Another) in Infinite things, it Far exceeds it:
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For the Psalmist tells us, That His Mercies are above all his Works.
For the Psalmist tells us, That His mercies Are above all his Works.
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Ps. 145. 9. These are the Chiefest, though not all the motives for our Fear of God as it is enjoin'd by the Text.
Ps. 145. 9. These Are the Chiefest, though not all the motives for our fear of God as it is enjoined by the Text.
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I come now to the other General Duty, viz. That of a Good subject, which is
I come now to the other General Duty, viz. That of a Good Subject, which is
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Secondly, To Honour the King, and this consists chiefly, I.Secondly, To Honour the King, and this consists chiefly, I.
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In Honouring or Reverencing their Persons for the sake of their Authority. II. In Paying Tribute unto them. III. In Praying for them.
In Honouring or Reverencing their Persons for the sake of their authority. II In Paying Tribute unto them. III. In Praying for them.
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And IV. In Obeying their Lawful Commands. I. As to the Persons for the sake of their Authority.
And IV. In Obeying their Lawful Commands. I. As to the Persons for the sake of their authority.
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We generally find that whenever People are once disaffected to the Persons of Men; they have little regard to their Station, or any other Perfection they are endowed with.
We generally find that whenever People Are once disaffected to the Persons of Men; they have little regard to their Station, or any other Perfection they Are endowed with.
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Now though God doth highly disapprove and condemn all reflections upon others (especially for those Infirmities which are not in the Power of Man to prevent) yet the Persons of Kings ought to be accounted Sacred,
Now though God does highly disapprove and condemn all reflections upon Others (especially for those Infirmities which Are not in the Power of Man to prevent) yet the Persons of Kings ought to be accounted Sacred,
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and more peculiarly to be exempted from the vulgar Censures of Men. Thou shalt not revile the Gods;
and more peculiarly to be exempted from the Vulgar Censures of Men. Thou shalt not revile the God's;
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nor speak evil of the Ruler of thy People, says God himself, Ex. 22. 28. And the Reason may be, not only the restraining of unjust Censures and Reports:nor speak evil of the Ruler of thy People, Says God himself, Ex. 22. 28. And the Reason may be, not only the restraining of unjust Censures and Reports:
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but the prevention of a disrepect which insensibly encreases against the Dignity as well as the Persons.
but the prevention of a disrespect which insensibly increases against the Dignity as well as the Persons.
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Thus our Law tells us, That the Crown takes away all defects.
Thus our Law tells us, That the Crown Takes away all defects.
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And even the Murmuring Israelites, when as David was once settled in the Throne, never objected against his being the Youngest Son of Jesse, but acknowledg Him to be worth ten Thousand of them, As being the Lord's Anointed.
And even the Murmuring Israelites, when as David was once settled in the Throne, never objected against his being the Youngest Son of Jesse, but acknowledge Him to be worth ten Thousand of them, As being the Lord's Anointed.
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But this Honouring their Persons will be of little use to the Government of a Kingdom, unless, II. We pay Tribute also.
But this Honouring their Persons will be of little use to the Government of a Kingdom, unless, II We pay Tribute also.
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Since it is the Supream care to Defend and provide for the Publick good, 'tis but reasonable that the Charge should be maintain'd by a publick Revenue;
Since it is the Supreme care to Defend and provide for the Public good, it's but reasonable that the Charge should be maintained by a public Revenue;
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which can never be fixt and settled in any Nation, but must encrease proportionably to the different Circumstances of times:
which can never be fixed and settled in any nation, but must increase proportionably to the different circumstances of times:
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And the strength or Power of those Enemies we have to encounter. Nor are we to delay provisions for our safety till we are actually invaded:
And the strength or Power of those Enemies we have to encounter. Nor Are we to Delay provisions for our safety till we Are actually invaded:
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But must prudently endeavour to fortify our selves against any surprize; not accounting such preparations unnecessary Grandeur, but useful precautions for our common safety and defence.
But must prudently endeavour to fortify our selves against any surprise; not accounting such preparations unnecessary Grandeur, but useful precautions for our Common safety and defence.
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To make which the more effectual. III. We must Pray for Kings, according to St. Paul 's exhortation;
To make which the more effectual. III. We must Pray for Kings, according to Saint Paul is exhortation;
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Let supplications, Prayers, intercessions and giving of Thanks be made for all Men: Let supplications, Prayers, intercessions and giving of Thanks be made for all Men:
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especially for Kings, and all that are in Authority under them, that we may lead a quiet and peaceable Life in all Godliness and Honesty. especially for Kings, and all that Are in authority under them, that we may led a quiet and peaceable Life in all Godliness and Honesty.
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1 Tim. 2. 1, 2. The affairs of a Kingdom are of such Moment, that Kings of of all others ought to be most assisted:
1 Tim. 2. 1, 2. The affairs of a Kingdom Are of such Moment, that Kings of of all Others ought to be most assisted:
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And this of Prayer is not only one of the best, but the cheapest way of doing it.
And this of Prayer is not only one of the best, but the cheapest Way of doing it.
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There is that promise to our Prayers, which is not to our Treasures:
There is that promise to our Prayers, which is not to our Treasures:
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And if we faithfully and devoutly pray God to direct and prosper the Counsels of our Governours;
And if we faithfully and devoutly pray God to Direct and prosper the Counsels of our Governors;
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they may, and no doubt will, render the other much more effectual.
they may, and no doubt will, render the other much more effectual.
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Hezekiahs Prayer was more prevalent, than the United strength of all Judah, against the vast Army of Sennacherib. Let not these therefore be wanting which are of such Powerful influence,Hezekiah's Prayer was more prevalent, than the United strength of all Judah, against the vast Army of Sennacherib. Let not these Therefore be wanting which Are of such Powerful influence,
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and may be perform'd without any cost and with very little labour. And so I shall pass to
and may be performed without any cost and with very little labour. And so I shall pass to
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Fourthly, The fourth branch of our Duty to Kings, and that is Obedience to their Lawful commands.Fourthly, The fourth branch of our Duty to Kings, and that is obedience to their Lawful commands.
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This is fully set down by the Apostle a little before my Text. Submit your selves to every Ordinance of Man for the Lords sake; whether it be unto the King as Supream; or unto Governours as unto those that are sent by him for the punishment of Evil-doers,
This is Fully Set down by the Apostle a little before my Text. Submit your selves to every Ordinance of Man for the lords sake; whither it be unto the King as Supreme; or unto Governors as unto those that Are sent by him for the punishment of Evildoers,
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and for the Praise of them that do well:
and for the Praise of them that do well:
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For so is the will of God, that with well doing ye may put to silence the ignorance of foolish Men. For so is the will of God, that with well doing you may put to silence the ignorance of foolish Men.
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so that when the King commands any thing (which God or the Law of the Land do not forbid) it may be said, That his Commands are to be observed for the Lord's sake;
so that when the King commands any thing (which God or the Law of the Land do not forbid) it may be said, That his Commands Are to be observed for the Lord's sake;
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because God the Supream, commands such subjection to the King his Vicegerent in matters of Government.
Because God the Supreme, commands such subjection to the King his Vicegerent in matters of Government.
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And if these were Duties incumbent upon the Christians in those days, when Tyranny, Persecution and Arbitrary Power were the avowed practises of those in Authority;
And if these were Duties incumbent upon the Christians in those days, when Tyranny, Persecution and Arbitrary Power were the avowed practises of those in authority;
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who broke through all Laws to attain their ungovernable Wills:
who broke through all Laws to attain their ungovernable Wills:
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and in particular levell'd their Malice against the Church of God with an entire resolution to ruin and destroy it:
and in particular leveled their Malice against the Church of God with an entire resolution to ruin and destroy it:
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Certainly our present circumstances do much rather enforce the Obligation to this Duty;
Certainly our present Circumstances do much rather enforce the Obligation to this Duty;
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having One now sitting on the Throne who makes it his whole Delight to defend and protect us:
having One now sitting on the Throne who makes it his Whole Delight to defend and Pact us:
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Insomuch as never any King did more to deserve that Authority which Providence hath thought fit to confer upon him.
Insomuch as never any King did more to deserve that authority which Providence hath Thought fit to confer upon him.
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For to Enumerate some few of his many Glorious Actions, (since the straitness of time will not allow me to mention more) How seasonably did he come to our relief when our Religion and Liberty were even Mark'd out for Destruction!
For to Enumerate Some few of his many Glorious Actions, (since the straitness of time will not allow me to mention more) How seasonably did he come to our relief when our Religion and Liberty were even Marked out for Destruction!
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How continually hath God Bless'd his Endeavours with such success, as apparently testify his Divine Approbation!
How continually hath God Blessed his Endeavours with such success, as apparently testify his Divine Approbation!
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How unaccountably did God by him put an hook in the Nostrils of the great Leviathan; and force him to surrender by a Peace what could not be got in War!
How unaccountably did God by him put an hook in the Nostrils of the great Leviathan; and force him to surrender by a Peace what could not be god in War!
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With what industrious Fatigue, and singular Prudence, hath he continued his Transmarine Voyages (not giving himself up to Luxury and Excess as the reward of his Labours,
With what Industria Fatigue, and singular Prudence, hath he continued his Transmarine Voyages (not giving himself up to Luxury and Excess as the reward of his Labours,
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but) by his Presence abroad improving the Confederacy in Peace as well as War:
but) by his Presence abroad improving the Confederacy in Peace as well as War:
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and animating them by his immediate Counsel and Conduct to Frustrate the great designs of that Mighty King who is still Watchful and ready when, where, and whom he may devour.
and animating them by his immediate Counsel and Conduct to Frustrate the great designs of that Mighty King who is still Watchful and ready when, where, and whom he may devour.
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By which means he hath preserv'd us from dangers, beyond our reach to foresee, and obtain'd Benefits we are not aware of.
By which means he hath preserved us from dangers, beyond our reach to foresee, and obtained Benefits we Are not aware of.
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But I need not enlarge to you upon this Topick. Your Loyalty hath been in this Age sufficiently remarkable.
But I need not enlarge to you upon this Topic. Your Loyalty hath been in this Age sufficiently remarkable.
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You were the only Persons who stood up in Defence of our Laws and Religion against Anarchy and Confusion,
You were the only Persons who stood up in Defence of our Laws and Religion against Anarchy and Confusion,
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when as the rest of the Nation seem'd to be in a deep Lethargy.
when as the rest of the nation seemed to be in a deep Lethargy.
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Nor did that Publick Spirit of our Ancient Gentry, under the Conduct of the Honourable Father, expire with the Fatal issue of that glorious Design:
Nor did that Public Spirit of our Ancient Gentry, under the Conduct of the Honourable Father, expire with the Fatal issue of that glorious Design:
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But exerted it self as Need requir'd, with equal Vigour, by assisting the no less Right Honourable Son;
But exerted it self as Need required, with equal Vigour, by assisting thee no less Right Honourable Son;
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who did so zealously and successfully revive the Courage of our Country-Men, as very much Facilitated the late Happy Revolution,
who did so zealously and successfully revive the Courage of our Country-Men, as very much Facilitated thee late Happy Revolution,
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and will Chronicle our Natives with Honour to all Posterity.
and will Chronicle our Natives with Honour to all Posterity.
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Neither are we only Eminent for Loyalty, but can assert a Title as good as any to the other three Duties of the Text. For as no County can produce more Ancient Families than Ours:
Neither Are we only Eminent for Loyalty, but can assert a Title as good as any to the other three Duties of the Text. For as no County can produce more Ancient Families than Ours:
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So none are more respected and Honoured in it; which is but the due acknowledgment of their Exemplary Hospitality.
So none Are more respected and Honoured in it; which is but the due acknowledgment of their Exemplary Hospitality.
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The intermixt Matches of Families (which formerly were seldom out of the County) hath so generally Allianc'd one to another as the whole is a kind of Literal Brotherhood.The intermixed Matches of Families (which formerly were seldom out of the County) hath so generally Allianced one to Another as the Whole is a kind of Literal Brotherhood.
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And Lastly, That Motto we bear of Antiqui colant Antiquum Dierum engages Us, in imitation of our Ancestors, to worship the God of our Fathers;
And Lastly, That Motto we bear of Antiqui colant Antiquum Days engages Us, in imitation of our Ancestors, to worship the God of our Father's;
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So that the whole Text is as it were a Character of your Conversations. What then remains, but that we earnestly beseech God that we may persevere in Wel-doing.
So that the Whole Text is as it were a Character of your Conversations. What then remains, but that we earnestly beseech God that we may persevere in Welldoing.
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That those who have enjoyed, and those who now are to reap the benefit of this Honourable Society, may with Thankful Hearts pray for, and Honour their Benefactors;
That those who have enjoyed, and those who now Are to reap the benefit of this Honourable Society, may with Thankful Hearts pray for, and Honour their Benefactors;
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and make a right use of that Charity bestowed on them.
and make a right use of that Charity bestowed on them.
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Let us also Pray that God would continue this generous and Religious Spirit upon our Country-Men to succeeding Generations;
Let us also Pray that God would continue this generous and Religious Spirit upon our Country-Men to succeeding Generations;
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And assist us by his Grace so truly to Fear God and Honour the King, that we may daily grow in Favour with both. FINIS.
And assist us by his Grace so truly to fear God and Honour the King, that we may daily grow in Favour with both. FINIS.
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