and the fruitful Field be counted for a Forrest. Isaiah XXXII. 16. Verses. Then Judgment shall dwell in the Wilderness, and Righteousness remain in the fruitful Field. Isaiah XXXII. 17. Verses.
and the fruitful Field be counted for a Forest. Isaiah XXXII. 16. Verses. Then Judgement shall dwell in the Wilderness, and Righteousness remain in the fruitful Field. Isaiah XXXII. 17. Verses.
THE Degenerate Condition of Human Nature, is obvious to every Eye, and administers just occasion of wonder and lamentation to all that have any free and raised thoughts about their own Being and End. That Nature, which originally was a bright resemblance of the Divine Purity,
THE Degenerate Condition of Human Nature, is obvious to every Eye, and administers just occasion of wonder and lamentation to all that have any free and raised thoughts about their own Being and End. That Nature, which originally was a bright resemblance of the Divine Purity,
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like Eden the Garden of the Lord, is in its fal'n State, a confused, deformed Masse, a barren Wilderness. It is despoil'd of those Moral Excellencies that were the Glories of our Innocent State:
like Eden the Garden of the Lord, is in its fallen State, a confused, deformed Mass, a barren Wilderness. It is despoiled of those Moral Excellencies that were the Glories of our Innocent State:
How is it oppressed by malicious Devils, invaded by loathsom Vices, under the government of those defiling, dividing Lusts, that make men even cruel to themselves, and enemies to one another!
How is it oppressed by malicious Devils, invaded by loathsome Vices, under the government of those defiling, dividing Lustiest, that make men even cruel to themselves, and enemies to one Another!
and hastening to greater, with an insensible frame, or refuse to contribute his utmost towards its relief? This Generous Motive has (I hope) had its influence on you (my Brethren) who are ingaged in this Pious Design of promoting a Practical Reformation. A Work, beyond exception, excellent at all times;
and hastening to greater, with an insensible frame, or refuse to contribute his utmost towards its relief? This Generous Motive has (I hope) had its influence on you (my Brothers) who Are engaged in this Pious Design of promoting a Practical Reformation. A Work, beyond exception, excellent At all times;
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First, A Reformed State of things is described in part of the 15 and 16 v. In it, persons whose hearts and lives were like a barren Wilderness, became Fruitful in universal Holiness;
First, A Reformed State of things is described in part of the 15 and 16 v. In it, Persons whose hearts and lives were like a barren Wilderness, became Fruitful in universal Holiness;
and that to such a degree, that they who before were accounted Fruitful, comparatively with them are but as the Forrest: Among them Judgment and Righteousness abound; Terms comprehensive of the Duties of Piety towards God,
and that to such a degree, that they who before were accounted Fruitful, comparatively with them Are but as the Forest: Among them Judgement and Righteousness abound; Terms comprehensive of the Duties of Piety towards God,
and the secure stable continuance thereof, even to succeeding Generations 17 and 18 verses. I am not concerned to enquire what particular time these Words refer unto:
and the secure stable Continuance thereof, even to succeeding Generations 17 and 18 Verses. I am not concerned to inquire what particular time these Words refer unto:
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And a fuller one in a Spiritual sense at the coming of the Messiah; tho' some expect to see them literally fulfilled in a Glorious state of things yet to commence.
And a fuller one in a Spiritual sense At the coming of the Messiah; though Some expect to see them literally fulfilled in a Glorious state of things yet to commence.
But my design from the Words, engages me not to determine in this matter, for I shall only improve the connexion which the Prophet here observes, between pouring out the Spirit from on high,
But my Design from the Words, engages me not to determine in this matter, for I shall only improve the connexion which the Prophet Here observes, between pouring out the Spirit from on high,
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Doubtless, 'tis in a manner, that is accommodated to our rational Faculties, and fully consistent with that Liberty that is Essential to a free Creature.
Doubtless, it's in a manner, that is accommodated to our rational Faculties, and Fully consistent with that Liberty that is Essential to a free Creature.
But thô the nature of these Operations be secret, like the Original of the Wind, yet the Effects thereof, are as sensible as its sound and force, to which they are compared by our Saviour.
But though the nature of these Operations be secret, like the Original of the Wind, yet the Effects thereof, Are as sensible as its found and force, to which they Are compared by our Saviour.
In this sense the Spirit of the Lord is said to come upon Saul, when the Cruelty of Nahash rais'd his Courage, to deliver the men of Jabesh Gilead. Thus also Ministerial Gifts are a Dispensation of the Spirit;
In this sense the Spirit of the Lord is said to come upon Saul, when the Cruelty of Nahash raised his Courage, to deliver the men of Jabesh Gilead. Thus also Ministerial Gifts Are a Dispensation of the Spirit;
in 1 Cor. 12.9, and 10 verses, the Apostle enumerates several of them, both ordinary and extraordinary, and concludes verse 12. All these worketh one and the same Spirit dividing to every man severally as he will.
in 1 Cor. 12.9, and 10 Verses, the Apostle enumerates several of them, both ordinary and extraordinary, and concludes verse 12. All these works one and the same Spirit dividing to every man severally as he will.
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and awakens the Consciences of many who are not truly sanctified: On this account, they are said to be partakers of the Holy Ghost, Heb. 6.4. By those rational convictions which he suggests to their Minds, the Spirit of God strives with the Spirits of Men;
and awakens the Consciences of many who Are not truly sanctified: On this account, they Are said to be partakers of the Holy Ghost, Hebrew 6.4. By those rational convictions which he suggests to their Minds, the Spirit of God strives with the Spirits of Men;
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thô, some prophane Wits have attempted to expose such kind of Language, as Cant Enthusiasm, or Mystical Nonsense, to the great reproach of the Holy Scriptures,
though, Some profane Wits have attempted to expose such kind of Language, as Cant Enthusiasm, or Mystical Nonsense, to the great reproach of the Holy Scriptures,
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And I will pour upon the house of David, and upon the Inhabitants of Jerusalem, the Spirit of Grace, and of Supplications, &c. The Holy Spirit is poured out as a Spirit of Grace, both when he Implants Grace, and when he Excites it.
And I will pour upon the house of David, and upon the Inhabitants of Jerusalem, the Spirit of Grace, and of Supplications, etc. The Holy Spirit is poured out as a Spirit of Grace, both when he Implants Grace, and when he Excites it.
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and raise and strengthen those Holy dispositions, which himself has formed? Does not David pray that God would uphold him with his free Spirit, and under Spiritual Decays and Indisposedness for intercourse with God? How many vehement desires does his holy Soul breath forth,
and raise and strengthen those Holy dispositions, which himself has formed? Does not David pray that God would uphold him with his free Spirit, and under Spiritual Decays and Indisposedness for intercourse with God? How many vehement Desires does his holy Soul breath forth,
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Secondly, What Influence has this Effusion of the Holy Spirit upon an effectual thorough Reformation? You may take some account thereof in Two particulars.
Secondly, What Influence has this Effusion of the Holy Spirit upon an effectual thorough Reformation? You may take Some account thereof in Two particulars.
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First, 'Tis by an Effusion of the Holy Spirit, that those Instruments whom God is pleased to employ in this Work, are prepared for it, and ingaged in it.
First, It's by an Effusion of the Holy Spirit, that those Instruments whom God is pleased to employ in this Work, Are prepared for it, and engaged in it.
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When therefore a people are blessed with Wise and Religious Magistrates: When that exalted Clay is moulded into the Divine Image, we may well account them the productions of Divine Power and Grace:
When Therefore a people Are blessed with Wise and Religious Magistrates: When that exalted Clay is moulded into the Divine Image, we may well account them the productions of Divine Power and Grace:
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'Tis by Wisdom from above, that they come to discern it their true Interest to promote practical Godliness, that the Throne may be established in Righteousness, rather than to study their security by methods of carnal policy;
It's by Wisdom from above, that they come to discern it their true Interest to promote practical Godliness, that the Throne may be established in Righteousness, rather than to study their security by methods of carnal policy;
and dispose them to a zealous attendance on it, that they may attain the end for which they bear the Sword of Civil Magistracy in becoming a terror to evil doers.
and dispose them to a zealous attendance on it, that they may attain the end for which they bear the Sword of Civil Magistracy in becoming a terror to evil doers.
Again, the Concurrence of the Ministry is ordinarily requisite, in order to a National Reformation. 'Tis they that are to lift up their voice like a Trumpet,
Again, the Concurrence of the Ministry is ordinarily requisite, in order to a National Reformation. It's they that Are to lift up their voice like a Trumpet,
If they be remise in their work, or under the Influence of carnal sensual affections in their lives, they will disserve Religion more by their Practice,
If they be remise in their work, or under the Influence of carnal sensual affections in their lives, they will disserve Religion more by their Practice,
under such unhappy circumstances, from the Prophet and Priest, prophaness goes out thro' the Land. They must be burning and shining Lights themselves, who wou'd be instrumental to kindle the flames of Piety and Zeal in others.
under such unhappy Circumstances, from the Prophet and Priest, profaneness Goes out through the Land. They must be burning and shining Lights themselves, who would be instrumental to kindle the flames of Piety and Zeal in Others.
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'Tis he that cloths his Priests with Righteousness: 'Tis a plentiful Anointing they receive from him, that makes their faces shine, that puts a lustre on their Ministrations, that gives them an Authority in the Consciences of their People,
It's he that clothes his Priests with Righteousness: It's a plentiful Anointing they receive from him, that makes their faces shine, that puts a lustre on their Ministrations, that gives them an authority in the Consciences of their People,
I might add, that persons of some Eminency and Interest among the People, must ordinarily help in this Work, to be exemplary to others, to call for Justice, and to strengthen the hands of Magistrates and Ministers.
I might add, that Persons of Some Eminency and Interest among the People, must ordinarily help in this Work, to be exemplary to Others, to call for justice, and to strengthen the hands of Magistrates and Ministers.
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I acknowledge, That by the vigorous execution of Wholsom Laws and the concurrent influence of a Faithful Minestry, open and scandalous Profaness may be in a good measure suppressed;
I acknowledge, That by the vigorous execution of Wholesome Laws and the concurrent influence of a Faithful Minestry, open and scandalous Profaneness may be in a good measure suppressed;
For this is highly our duty, and indeed necessary to the most of such offenders, who are so hardened and stupified by their lusts, that they scarce resent any punishment but what they feel:
For this is highly our duty, and indeed necessary to the most of such offenders, who Are so hardened and Stupified by their Lustiest, that they scarce resent any punishment but what they feel:
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First, By way of Direction, Wou'd you manage your laudable Attempts against Prophaness with happy success? Contribute thou your utmost towards obtaining this Invaluable Blessing; even a fresh effusion of the holy Spirit.
First, By Way of Direction, Would you manage your laudable Attempts against Profaneness with happy success? Contribute thou your utmost towards obtaining this Invaluable Blessing; even a fresh effusion of the holy Spirit.
and even your own Zeal, that at present seems inflam'd, will gradually abate, and at length expire, and the whole Design prove abortive to the disappointment of our Prayers and Hopes,
and even your own Zeal, that At present seems inflamed, will gradually abate, and At length expire, and the Whole Design prove abortive to the disappointment of our Prayers and Hope's,
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and tarries not for the sons of Men? Do's not that sacred Wind blow where it lists? What then can we contribute towards obtaining those Heavenly Gales that flow from Soveraign Grace?
and tarries not for the Sons of Men? Do's not that sacred Wind blow where it lists? What then can we contribute towards obtaining those Heavenly Gales that flow from Sovereign Grace?
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And I cannot offer any thing more serviceable to your Design, than by pointing out the way how you may obtain those helps upon which the success of all depends. And therefore,
And I cannot offer any thing more serviceable to your Design, than by pointing out the Way how you may obtain those helps upon which the success of all depends. And Therefore,
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This is a way wherein every one of you may be useful, and 'tis a way you are directed to, by God himself, in Ezek. 26, 27 verse, you find this mercy promised, I will (says God) put my Spirit within you,
This is a Way wherein every one of you may be useful, and it's a Way you Are directed to, by God himself, in Ezekiel 26, 27 verse, you find this mercy promised, I will (Says God) put my Spirit within you,
And it shall come to pass in the last days (saith God) I will pour out my Spirit upon all flesh, &c. There was a communication of the Spirit under the Old Testament, but it was more sparingly,
And it shall come to pass in the last days (Says God) I will pour out my Spirit upon all Flesh, etc. There was a communication of the Spirit under the Old Testament, but it was more sparingly,
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Upon all flesh, without distinction of Jew and Gentile. I am sensible that the Apostle applies that Promise more eminently to extraordinary Gifts, but I see no reason to confine it so as to exclude ordinary ones; especially since the former were in order to the greater success of the latter.
Upon all Flesh, without distinction of Jew and Gentile. I am sensible that the Apostle Applies that Promise more eminently to extraordinary Gifts, but I see no reason to confine it so as to exclude ordinary ones; especially since the former were in order to the greater success of the latter.
I acknowledge also, that the Apostle speaks of that Promise, as fulfilled in the Primitive times: But Judicious Expositors have well observed, That such Promises as concern necessary Mercies, have not their full accomplishment at once, they are fulfilled agen and agen in every Age,
I acknowledge also, that the Apostle speaks of that Promise, as fulfilled in the Primitive times: But Judicious Expositors have well observed, That such Promises as concern necessary mercies, have not their full accomplishment At once, they Are fulfilled again and again in every Age,
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as becoming Glorious, by its being the ministration of the Spirit, tho' there may be some particular seasons that do more exceed in glory: This then is a promised Mercy;
as becoming Glorious, by its being the ministration of the Spirit, though there may be Some particular seasons that do more exceed in glory: This then is a promised Mercy;
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Let us then lay open our Wounds before the great Physitian, let us spread our necessities before the Father of Mercies, who has directed us to argue from our own bowels,
Let us then lay open our Wounds before the great physician, let us spread our necessities before the Father of mercies, who has directed us to argue from our own bowels,
We must set upon Action when God calls, and trust him for strength as well as success: The assistance of the holy Spirit is not designed to indulge our sloth,
We must Set upon Actium when God calls, and trust him for strength as well as success: The assistance of the holy Spirit is not designed to indulge our sloth,
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Let not Passion, Malice, or Revenge, Influence you to any of your Informations or Prosecutions: But let Zeal for the Honour of God, Compassion to the Souls of men,
Let not Passion, Malice, or Revenge, Influence you to any of your Informations or Prosecutions: But let Zeal for the Honour of God, Compassion to the Souls of men,
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when Sin is open and notorious, so that others see our contemptuous disregards of that Supream being: Let your Hearts be deeply affected with this malignity of Sin, in all your endeavous to suppress it;
when since is open and notorious, so that Others see our contemptuous disregards of that Supreme being: Let your Hearts be deeply affected with this malignity of since, in all your endeavours to suppress it;
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for he is glorified by our bringing forth much Fruit, John 15.8. The Holiness of the Members makes an honourable representation to the world of their glorious head.
for he is glorified by our bringing forth much Fruit, John 15.8. The Holiness of the Members makes an honourable representation to the world of their glorious head.
when our barren Nature is recovered to Fruitfulness. This would be the great honour of the Christian Religion. It wou'd represent it amiable and recommend it to the acceptance of a blind prejudiced World Who could doubt of its divine Original, when they saw, its divine Effects; in transforming the Hearts of men, Purifying their Lives,
when our barren Nature is recovered to Fruitfulness. This would be the great honour of the Christian Religion. It would represent it amiable and recommend it to the acceptance of a blind prejudiced World Who could doubt of its divine Original, when they saw, its divine Effects; in transforming the Hearts of men, Purifying their Lives,
And are these things indeed so? Is this terrible Hell more than a painted Fire? Is it a certain reality, near at hand? Are multitudes of our fellow Creatures going down into it before our eyes? How should this consideration raise our deepest Compassion,
And Are these things indeed so? Is this terrible Hell more than a painted Fire? Is it a certain reality, near At hand? are Multitudes of our fellow Creatures going down into it before our eyes? How should this consideration raise our Deepest Compassion,
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if we have any Principles of Tenderness, and Pity in our Constitution, let us express them by our utmost endeavours, to prevent this dreadful ruine to Souls.
if we have any Principles of Tenderness, and Pity in our Constitution, let us express them by our utmost endeavours, to prevent this dreadful ruin to Souls.
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How effectually was this Exemplify'd in the Kingdom of Judah, when they were zealous for the Law of their God, they were the Glory of all Lands, the Wonder and Envy of other Nations;
How effectually was this Exemplified in the Kingdom of Judah, when they were zealous for the Law of their God, they were the Glory of all Lands, the Wonder and Envy of other nations;
So that zeal for Practical Religion is the best Expedient for the welfare of our Lands, whose good we are bound to seek under all manner of Obligations.
So that zeal for Practical Religion is the best Expedient for the welfare of our Lands, whose good we Are bound to seek under all manner of Obligations.
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that private Persons are obliged to promote Reforming work, as far as regularly they can; the most excellent Laws avail but little, without a vigorous Execution.
that private Persons Are obliged to promote Reforming work, as Far as regularly they can; the most excellent Laws avail but little, without a vigorous Execution.
Oh then let not Sloth, or a base regard to your carnal Interests, or indifferency in the matters of God, or fear of offending man, tempt you to a neglect of this Duty.
O then let not Sloth, or a base regard to your carnal Interests, or indifferency in the matters of God, or Fear of offending man, tempt you to a neglect of this Duty.
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If we will not do as much as this, when the honour of God, the good of Souls, and the publick Interest require it, we seem to be a reproach to the rational nature of man, and much more unworthy of the dignifying name of Christian.
If we will not do as much as this, when the honour of God, the good of Souls, and the public Interest require it, we seem to be a reproach to the rational nature of man, and much more unworthy of the dignifying name of Christian.
Secondly, Neglects of personal Reformation, to appear zealous against the Lusts of others, and Indulge our own, would be such a piece of vile hypocrisy,
Secondly, Neglects of personal Reformation, to appear zealous against the Lustiest of Others, and Indulge our own, would be such a piece of vile hypocrisy,
as wou'd justly expose us to the Scorn of men, as well as the wrath of God. Your undertaking obliges you to the utmost care to keep your Garments undefiled, and to be exemplary in universal Holiness:
as would justly expose us to the Scorn of men, as well as the wrath of God. Your undertaking obliges you to the utmost care to keep your Garments undefiled, and to be exemplary in universal Holiness:
Oh then watch against Self-exalting thoughts, and if God honour you to be of any Use, give him all the Praise, and learn to say humbly with the Apostle Paul, By the Grace of God I am what I am.
O then watch against Self-exalting thoughts, and if God honour you to be of any Use, give him all the Praise, and Learn to say humbly with the Apostle Paul, By the Grace of God I am what I am.
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Dividing Spirits banish him: I am afraid we have been faulty on all sides, in censures, envy, variance, wrath, &c. May such unhappy Flames expire, and never be kindled more:
Dividing Spirits banish him: I am afraid we have been faulty on all sides, in censures, envy, variance, wrath, etc. May such unhappy Flames expire, and never be kindled more:
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and the great Interests of Practical Godliness? Yea, Are we not of one Communion as to the Essentials of Worship? And tho' there is some Variety in the External Forms of Administration,
and the great Interests of Practical Godliness? Yea, are we not of one Communion as to the Essentials of Worship? And though there is Some Variety in the External Forms of Administration,
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as considering our own Infirmities, and accounting it the Glory of the Christian Religion, That it can unite our hearts, tho' our minds be not of the same size:
as considering our own Infirmities, and accounting it the Glory of the Christian Religion, That it can unite our hearts, though our minds be not of the same size:
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And now let me inforce these Directions upon you, by putting you in mind of that complication of Circumstances, that make it both an inviting and a pressing opportunity for Reforming Work. And,
And now let me enforce these Directions upon you, by putting you in mind of that complication of circumstances, that make it both an inviting and a pressing opportunity for Reforming Work. And,
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Who can forbear to love and honour a great and generous Benefactor? For such a good Man that lives for the good of others, •hat is a common Blessing, some would even dare to dye.
Who can forbear to love and honour a great and generous Benefactor? For such a good Man that lives for the good of Others, •hat is a Common Blessing, Some would even Dare to die.
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And is ••y so much our Benefactor, as the blessed God? Is not his dai•• Providence an unexhausted spring of inumerable Favours? •as he not made us Wonders of Mercy in our own eyes, and to •e astonishment of Europe, of late Years? And surely the Be•••• are not the less,
And is ••y so much our Benefactor, as the blessed God? Is not his dai•• Providence an unexhausted spring of innumerable Favours? •as he not made us Wonders of Mercy in our own eyes, and to •e astonishment of Europe, of late years? And surely the Be•••• Are not the less,
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We can make some compensation unto them, none unto God. But surely all the Laws of Gratitude bind us to express as far as we are able a thankful temper towards him.
We can make Some compensation unto them, none unto God. But surely all the Laws of Gratitude bind us to express as Far as we Are able a thankful temper towards him.
When the Psalmist's ingenuous heart was inquisitive, What shall I render to the Lord? This is one great Instance he fixes on, I will pay thee all my vows. i. e.
When the Psalmist's ingenuous heart was inquisitive, What shall I render to the Lord? This is one great Instance he fixes on, I will pay thee all my vows. i. e.
The devouring Swor• is sheath'd, that Controversy seems at present ended: Not that we deserved it, but because an Indulgent God will not alway contend:
The devouring Swor• is sheathed, that Controversy seems At present ended: Not that we deserved it, but Because an Indulgent God will not always contend:
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But now we are constituted in critical circumstances, we are now on our Good behaviour: If therefore we car•• well under our present Mercies, we may hope they are but th• Introduction to greater; and that God will treat us as the F•vourites of his Providence.
But now we Are constituted in critical Circumstances, we Are now on our Good behaviour: If Therefore we car•• well under our present mercies, we may hope they Are but th• Introduction to greater; and that God will Treat us as the F•vourites of his Providence.
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and make us sick, yea, utterly destroy us in smiting us: Let such Considerations excite your utmost diligence to procure the pouring forth of the Spirit;
and make us sick, yea, utterly destroy us in smiting us: Let such Considerations excite your utmost diligence to procure the pouring forth of the Spirit;
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Secondly, To add some things for your Encouragement in this Work, And the great Encouragement I would offer, is this, That there are hopeful Indications that we are under the beginnings of such a blessed Dispensation, that God is pouring forth the Spirit from on high upon us.
Secondly, To add Some things for your Encouragement in this Work, And the great Encouragement I would offer, is this, That there Are hopeful Indications that we Are under the beginnings of such a blessed Dispensation, that God is pouring forth the Spirit from on high upon us.
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May we not hope that some of this Sacred Oyl is poured on our Soveraigu 's Head, the fruit whereof appears in his Zealous Resolves, effectually to discourage Prophaness and Immorality, and in his late Excellent Proclamation to that purpose.
May we not hope that Some of this Sacred Oil is poured on our Soveraigu is Head, the fruit whereof appears in his Zealous Resolves, effectually to discourage Profaneness and Immorality, and in his late Excellent Proclamation to that purpose.
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That his Reign shall become yet more Glorious, by a Triumph over the Vices of our Degenerate Lands, and those Infernal Powers that propagate and uphold them.
That his Reign shall become yet more Glorious, by a Triumph over the Vices of our Degenerate Lands, and those Infernal Powers that propagate and uphold them.
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May we not hope that it is the word of the Lord to our Royal Zorobabel, That as his hand has laid the foundation of our Deliverance, so his hand shall lay on this compleating Head stone also:
May we not hope that it is the word of the Lord to our Royal Zerubbabel, That as his hand has laid the Foundation of our Deliverance, so his hand shall lay on this completing Head stone also:
And shou'd it not raise our hopes higher, to behold a portion of the same Spirit resting upon our Publick Councils? Are not those Excellent Laws against some instances of Vice that have been lately Enacted both in England and this Kingdom: And that Pious, Zealous Address of those Noble Senators in England, the fruit thereof.
And should it not raise our hope's higher, to behold a portion of the same Spirit resting upon our Public Councils? are not those Excellent Laws against Some instances of Vice that have been lately Enacted both in England and this Kingdom: And that Pious, Zealous Address of those Noble Senators in England, the fruit thereof.
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Surely 'tis matter of great Incouragement and ground of hope, that our Legislative Powers have thus own'd and succoured the languishing Cause of Religion.
Surely it's matter of great Encouragement and ground of hope, that our Legislative Powers have thus owned and succored the languishing Cause of Religion.
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Among whom, the Magistra•• of this City, and some persons of Worth in the Commission for the Peace, near it, deserve a most Honourable Remembrance, both for their active Zeal in punishing Offenders, and their prudent care to cover Informers from Violence and Rage.
Among whom, the Magistra•• of this city, and Some Persons of Worth in the Commission for the Peace, near it, deserve a most Honourable Remembrance, both for their active Zeal in punishing Offenders, and their prudent care to cover Informers from Violence and Rage.
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It looks as tho' God had some Merciful Design on foot, when he has done such a new thing in the Earth, that private persons have formed themselves into distinct Societies, that their Endeavours may be both more Regular and Successful in executing our Wholsom Laws:
It looks as though God had Some Merciful Design on foot, when he has done such a new thing in the Earth, that private Persons have formed themselves into distinct Societies, that their Endeavours may be both more Regular and Successful in executing our Wholesome Laws:
And the Design seems so much the more to be of God, that there is such a sweet harmony and accord among persons of different Perswasions, in promoting the common Interest of Religion.
And the Design seems so much the more to be of God, that there is such a sweet harmony and accord among Persons of different Persuasions, in promoting the Common Interest of Religion.
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And (that I may mention no more) It looks like a Token for Good, That so many of the Rising Generation seem to have in their hearts, some good thing towards the Lord God of Israel:
And (that I may mention no more) It looks like a Token for Good, That so many of the Rising Generation seem to have in their hearts, Some good thing towards the Lord God of Israel:
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So that instead of Sensual Intertainments, they associate for the Exercises of Religious Worship, and to provoke one another to Love, and to Good Works.
So that instead of Sensual Entertainments, they associate for the Exercises of Religious Worship, and to provoke one Another to Love, and to Good Works.
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Oh my Brethren, what an happy change may we see in the Face of our Affairs? What a turn has God given to the Spirits and Inclinations of many? It would be a denying to give unto God the Glory due to his Name, to ascribe so great an Effect to a lower Cause: I conclude therefore, that there are some Effusions of the Spirit from on high among us.
O my Brothers, what an happy change may we see in the Face of our Affairs? What a turn has God given to the Spirits and Inclinations of many? It would be a denying to give unto God the Glory due to his Name, to ascribe so great an Effect to a lower Cause: I conclude Therefore, that there Are Some Effusions of the Spirit from on high among us.
Assistances from the Holy Spirit should raise our Hearts and Hopes above all discouragement. It must be confest, there are Mountainous Difficulties in the Way;
Assistances from the Holy Spirit should raise our Hearts and Hope's above all discouragement. It must be confessed, there Are Mountainous Difficulties in the Way;
and be ready to acknowledge it to their just praise upon all occasions) But is not Jacob 's Staff already become Two Bands in this City? And does not the same design happily succeed in some other parts of this Kingdom,
and be ready to acknowledge it to their just praise upon all occasions) But is not Jacob is Staff already become Two Bans in this city? And does not the same Design happily succeed in Some other parts of this Kingdom,
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tho' these attempts for Reformation should be fruitless (which God forbid) yet if your Hearts be sincere in this Work, the Lord will not be Unrighteous to forget your Zeal,
though these attempts for Reformation should be fruitless (which God forbid) yet if your Hearts be sincere in this Work, the Lord will not be Unrighteous to forget your Zeal,
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