A sermon preached before his Grace the King's commissioner, and the three estates of Parliament: June the 15th. 1690. By David Williamson, Minister of the Gospel at Edinburgh
THESE things are clear. 1. That David was Pen-man of this Psalm, Acts 4.24, 25. verses. 2ly. That this Psalm relates to the Stability of Davids Kingdom, I make no Question:
THESE things Are clear. 1. That David was Penman of this Psalm, Acts 4.24, 25. Verses. 2ly. That this Psalm relates to the Stability of Davids Kingdom, I make no Question:
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But it's most clear, that it mainly concerns, the Stability of Christ's Kingdom; for many things in this Psalm cannot be applyed to David. 3ly. It's clear, this Text has a Connexion, with the preceeding, and subsequent Words.
But it's most clear, that it mainly concerns, the Stability of Christ's Kingdom; for many things in this Psalm cannot be applied to David. 3ly. It's clear, this Text has a Connexion, with the preceding, and subsequent Words.
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and mock his Enemies, and vex them till he ruine them, for the Stability of Christ's Kingdom is decreed in the Covenant of Redemption, and here it is revealed;
and mock his Enemies, and vex them till he ruin them, for the Stability of Christ's Kingdom is decreed in the Covenant of Redemption, and Here it is revealed;
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I offer some Questions, 1. What is that to be wise, be Instructed? Answ. It is, take your lesson from the Word, where true Wisdom is to be found, and Repent:
I offer Some Questions, 1. What is that to be wise, be Instructed? Answer It is, take your Lesson from the Word, where true Wisdom is to be found, and repent:
For he that hates Instruction, is Brutish. Prov. 12.1. And a Fool who rues it out of time, when his Flesh and Bones are Consumed, by severe Correction.
For he that hates Instruction, is Brutish. Curae 12.1. And a Fool who rues it out of time, when his Flesh and Bones Are Consumed, by severe Correction.
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Prov. 5.11, 12. And a Man is out of his Wits, till he repent; For it's said of the repenting Prodigal. Luke. 15.17. When he came to himself, he was not at himself before.
Curae 5.11, 12. And a Man is out of his Wits, till he Repent; For it's said of the repenting Prodigal. Lycia. 15.17. When he Come to himself, he was not At himself before.
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the Drunkard, Unclean, Oppressor, and Persecuter: Paul sayes of himself, he was exceedingly mad against the Church. Acts 26.11. Quest. 2. What Wisdom is that which they should studie? Answ. There is a threefold Wisdom, 1. There is wordly Policy, that makes a Man his own Burrio. 2. There is Moral Prudence, that 〈 … 〉an to serve his Generation. 3. There is Christian Wisdom, that makes a Man wise for Heaven.
the Drunkard, Unclean, Oppressor, and Persecutor: Paul Says of himself, he was exceedingly mad against the Church. Acts 26.11. Quest. 2. What Wisdom is that which they should study? Answer There is a threefold Wisdom, 1. There is wordly Policy, that makes a Man his own Burrio. 2. There is Moral Prudence, that 〈 … 〉an to serve his Generation. 3. There is Christian Wisdom, that makes a Man wise for Heaven.
or Advantage, Irreligigion or Atheisme. 3. The Miscarriages in the use of these Means, are 1 From the shortness and inconsistencie, of Mans both Life & Temper,
or Advantage, Irreligigion or Atheism. 3. The Miscarriages in the use of these Means, Are 1 From the shortness and inconsistency, of men both Life & Temper,
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for bringing any great Design about. 2. The Emergency of indiscernable Accidents, that will be sure to Interpose. 3. The Miscarriage of Instruments that must be employed. 4. The competition of Adverse Partie• that will be sure to binder what they may.
for bringing any great Design about. 2. The Emergency of indiscernible Accidents, that will be sure to Interpose. 3. The Miscarriage of Instruments that must be employed. 4. The competition of Adverse Partie• that will be sure to binder what they may.
This is not the Wisdom meant in the Text, it being Earthly, Sensual, Devilish, and from below. James 3.15. It is but Craft, and such plat a S•are for themselves. 1 Cor. 3.19. He takes the wise in then own 〈 … 〉:
This is not the Wisdom meant in the Text, it being Earthly, Sensual, Devilish, and from below. James 3.15. It is but Craft, and such plate a S•are for themselves. 1 Cor. 3.19. He Takes the wise in then own 〈 … 〉:
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and Endeavours, 3. Improvement of our inclinations, Abilities, interests and injuries. 3. Mistakes of the world about it, are, Difficulty, Stupidity, Severity and Singularity.
and Endeavours, 3. Improvement of our inclinations, Abilities, interests and injuries. 3. Mistakes of the world about it, Are, Difficulty, Stupidity, Severity and Singularity.
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the price and the Power of it. 4. The Condition applying, is the Grace of Faith. 5. The Grant or Tenor, in which this Covenant runs, God our God, and we his people.
the price and the Power of it. 4. The Condition applying, is the Grace of Faith. 5. The Grant or Tenor, in which this Covenant runs, God our God, and we his people.
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This is the Wisdom that is mainly meaned in the Text. Q. 3. Who are under Rood by Kings and Judges? Ans. Manistrats, Supreme and Subordinat, both these are joyned in the Old Testament here.
This is the Wisdom that is mainly meaned in the Text. Q. 3. Who Are under Rood by Kings and Judges? Ans. Manistrats, Supreme and Subordinate, both these Are joined in the Old Testament Here.
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And in Paul's exhortation to prayer, for Kings, and all that are in Authority. 1 Pet. 2.13, 14. 1 Tim. 2.2, Whey are these joyned? To shew that Magistrats must not desire to be solitary and independent:
And in Paul's exhortation to prayer, for Kings, and all that Are in authority. 1 Pet. 2.13, 14. 1 Tim. 2.2, Whey Are these joined? To show that Magistrates must not desire to be solitary and independent:
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1. Because they are under preatest Obligations to God. 2. They are lyable to the greatest Temptations. 3. They are in hazard of the greatest Snares. 4. Because their Authority and Example, good or bad, has a great weight and influence;
1. Because they Are under preatest Obligations to God. 2. They Are liable to the greatest Temptations. 3. They Are in hazard of the greatest Snares. 4. Because their authority and Exampl, good or bad, has a great weight and influence;
Men are not alwayes wise, Job 32.9. 6. Because Christ has but few Friends and Followers in that Categorie of Men; 1 Cor. 1.76. Not many Noble, &c. They presume upon their own power and greatness, and think 〈 ◊ 〉 below them to submit to him;
Men Are not always wise, Job 32.9. 6. Because christ has but few Friends and Followers in that Category of Men; 1 Cor. 1.76. Not many Noble, etc. They presume upon their own power and greatness, and think 〈 ◊ 〉 below them to submit to him;
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Pharaoh said, Who is the Lord that •hould obey him? But he that would not know God, by Moses instruction, was made to know him by his own, and his great Hosts Destruction.
Pharaoh said, Who is the Lord that •hould obey him? But he that would not know God, by Moses instruction, was made to know him by his own, and his great Hosts Destruction.
•one are A•••ati, Swordmen, Martial Men. 4. In respect of business, some Councillours, some Senators, some Judges. 5. In respect of Office, some are Law givers, some are Law keepets,
•one Are A•••ati, Swordmen, Martial Men. 4. In respect of business, Some Councillours, Some Senators, Some Judges. 5. In respect of Office, Some Are Law givers, Some Are Law keepets,
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as are likewise called to any Office of Rule and Government. 7 They may be well distinguished in respect of Adj••cts some are by God's permission, unlawful or bad Magistrats,
as Are likewise called to any Office of Rule and Government. 7 They may be well distinguished in respect of Adj••cts Some Are by God's permission, unlawful or bad Magistrates,
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Moreover, we read of three sores of Kings, first Machiavels King, who may be called a Tyrant. 2ly. The Papes King, who may be called a Slave. 2ly, God's King who only deserves the Name.
Moreover, we read of three sores of Kings, First Machiavels King, who may be called a Tyrant. 2ly. The Papes King, who may be called a Slave. 2ly, God's King who only deserves the Name.
He comes to the Throne in Gods Mercy, both to himself and the People, he is Religious in his Disposition, acknowledges his advancement to be of God, forgets not he is Gods Subject;
He comes to the Throne in God's Mercy, both to himself and the People, he is Religious in his Disposition, acknowledges his advancement to be of God, forgets not he is God's Subject;
And it shall be with him, and he shall read there in all the days of his life, that he may learn to fear the Lord his God, to keep all the words of this Law,
And it shall be with him, and he shall read there in all the days of his life, that he may Learn to Fear the Lord his God, to keep all the words of this Law,
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That his heart be not listed up above his brethren, and that he turn not aside from the commandment, to the right hand nor to the left • To the end that •e may prolong his days in his kingdom, he and his children in the midst of Israel.
That his heart be not listed up above his brothers, and that he turn not aside from the Commandment, to the right hand nor to the left • To the end that •e may prolong his days in his Kingdom, he and his children in the midst of Israel.
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It's injoyned Jeshuah a Governour, Jeshuah. 1. 7, 8. Only be thou strong and very ••urogro••s, that thou mayest observe to do, according to all the law which Moses my servant command•d thee. Turn not from it, to the right hand,
It's enjoined Joshua a Governor, Joshua. 1. 7, 8. Only be thou strong and very ••urogro••s, that thou Mayest observe to do, according to all the law which Moses my servant command•d thee. Turn not from it, to the right hand,
This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth, but tho• shalt meditat therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein;
This book of the law shall not depart out of thy Mouth, but tho• shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou Mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein;
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and throughly furnished for every good work, 2 Tim. 3.15, 17. By this word, P•vid •av••g it ever with him, was made wiser than his enemies, bad more understanding than the detients,
and thoroughly furnished for every good work, 2 Tim. 3.15, 17. By this word, P•vid •av••g it ever with him, was made Wiser than his enemies, bade more understanding than the detients,
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There are but too sew among our great Once, that have acquaintance with the VVord, that may be applyed to many, Jer. 3.99. They have rejected the word of the Lord, and what wisdom is there in them!
There Are but too sew among our great Once, that have acquaintance with the Word, that may be applied to many, Jer. 3.99. They have rejected the word of the Lord, and what Wisdom is there in them!
Quest. VVherein stands this VVisdom, Magistrats should Studie? Answ. Solomen says, Prov. 4.7. VVisdom is the principal thing, therefore with all thy getting get understanding. It is supposed, Job. 38.2. Some darken Counsel by Words without Knowledge• True VVisdom stands not in VVords:
Quest. Wherein Stands this VVisdom, Magistrates should Study? Answer Solomon Says, Curae 4.7. VVisdom is the principal thing, Therefore with all thy getting get understanding. It is supposed, Job. 38.2. some darken Counsel by Words without Knowledge• True VVisdom Stands not in VVords:
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I consess good Diction and Expression, acceptable VVords with Eloquence are not Despicable Gists; But the main pitch, Beauty and VVorth of VVisdom consift in Action, Joh. 13.17. Christ says, If you know these things, happy are ye, if ye do them; Psalm. 111.10. Good understanding have all they that keep his Comm•ndments, James 3.13. Who is a wise Man, and endued with knowledge among you? Let him shew out of a good Conversation his Works with meekness of Wisdom:
I confess good Diction and Expression, acceptable VVords with Eloquence Are not Despicable Gists; But the main pitch, Beauty and Worth of VVisdom consift in Actium, John 13.17. christ Says, If you know these things, happy Are you, if you do them; Psalm. 111.10. Good understanding have all they that keep his Comm•ndments, James 3.13. Who is a wise Man, and endued with knowledge among you? Let him show out of a good Conversation his Works with meekness of Wisdom:
But would Men be what they affect to be reputed, truly wise; then must they Study prudent Meekness, in Co•versation; and Pronour Knowledge with Practice. Prov. 8.12. I Wisdom dwell with Pruaence. Deut. 3.6. Keap these Statutes, for this is your Wisdom:
But would Men be what they affect to be reputed, truly wise; then must they Study prudent Meekness, in Co•versation; and Pronour Knowledge with Practice. Curae 8.12. I Wisdom dwell with Pruaence. Deuteronomy 3.6. Keap these Statutes, for this is your Wisdom:
There be sour sorts of Persons scored by here. 1. The Worldly wise, who are cunning to effectuate their Carnal purposes, 3. Such as content themselves with Humane Knowledge,
There be sour sorts of Persons scored by Here. 1. The Worldly wise, who Are cunning to effectuate their Carnal Purposes, 3. Such as content themselves with Humane Knowledge,
3. Such as hunt after Notions and Sublime Speculations, knowing only that they may know. 4. Such as are sinsully Crafty to devise wickedness. 1 Cor. 14.20. Be not Children in Understanding, but in Mali•e be ye Children:
3. Such as hunt After Notions and Sublime Speculations, knowing only that they may know. 4. Such as Are sinsully Crafty to devise wickedness. 1 Cor. 14.20. Be not Children in Understanding, but in Mali•e be you Children:
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••ieing and deve•ing one another, least ye he consumed one of another; Gal. 5.15. The beginning of strise is like the opening of the waters to overflow. Prov. 17.14. I confess there is a lawful contending, not only for Truth, and the Faith of the Gospel, Jud. 3. Phil. 1.27.
••ieing and deve•ing one Another, lest you he consumed one of Another; Gal. 5.15. The beginning of Strife is like the opening of the waters to overflow. Curae 17.14. I confess there is a lawful contending, not only for Truth, and the Faith of the Gospel, Jud. 3. Philip 1.27.
what then shall I do, when God riseth up? And when he visi•eth, what shall I answer him? Did not he that made me in the womb, make him? and did not one fashion us both in the womb? For destruction from God was a terrour to me,
what then shall I do, when God Riseth up? And when he visi•eth, what shall I answer him? Did not he that made me in the womb, make him? and did not one fashion us both in the womb? For destruction from God was a terror to me,
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and far more is it the bound duty of inferiours to yield, and not unnianntely to prig with these above them, where yielding may be without manifest prejudice to Truth and Peace.
and Far more is it the bound duty of inferiors to yield, and not unnianntely to prig with these above them, where yielding may be without manifest prejudice to Truth and Peace.
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Secondly, it is not wisdom in Kings and Magistrate to exerce a despotick and Arbitrary power, to Rule with Tyranny and Opp••stion, what is spoken of Natural Parents, Ephes. 6.49. is applicable to the Fathers of the Republick;
Secondly, it is not Wisdom in Kings and Magistrate to exerce a despotic and Arbitrary power, to Rule with Tyranny and Opp••stion, what is spoken of Natural Parents, Ephesians 6.49. is applicable to the Father's of the Republic;
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and Boasts, least they imbitter their Spirits, and extinguish or weaken their Affections, and become guilty of these sins, which they being provoked, commit;
and Boasts, lest they embitter their Spirits, and extinguish or weaken their Affections, and become guilty of these Sins, which they being provoked, commit;
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by having that, which is due denyed, or things unjust in themselves, Commanded, or rigorous. Commands of things in their own Nature indifferent, joyned;
by having that, which is due denied, or things unjust in themselves, Commanded, or rigorous. Commands of things in their own Nature indifferent, joined;
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but implyes, Obligation through Vertue of Gods Ordinance, Rom 13. on these invested with it, to make Conscience of several Duties, to Inferiours and Subjects,
but Implies, Obligation through Virtue of God's Ordinance, Rom 13. on these invested with it, to make Conscience of several Duties, to Inferiors and Subject's,
and they are likeliest to be the Men of the Promise, to build the Old waste Places, to raise up the Foundations of many Generations, to be called the Repairers of the Breaches, the Restorers of Paths to dwell in, who loose the bands of Wickedness,
and they Are likeliest to be the Men of the Promise, to built the Old waste Places, to raise up the Foundations of many Generations, to be called the Repairers of the Breaches, the Restorers of Paths to dwell in, who lose the bans of Wickedness,
& Imposed upon, & bad Impressions made; Satan may borrow Peters Tongue to give bad Advice to his Master Matth. 16.22. A near Relation may whisper what is dangerous, and prove a snare. 2 Chron. 22.3. Ahaziah his mother counselled him to do wickedly.
& Imposed upon, & bad Impressions made; Satan may borrow Peter's Tongue to give bad advice to his Master Matthew 16.22. A near Relation may whisper what is dangerous, and prove a snare. 2 Chronicles 22.3. Ahaziah his mother counseled him to do wickedly.
Saul hearkned to false deceitful Slandering Dorg. Psal. 52. a great Persecutor of David, who had done great services to Saul and taken great Ventures for him.
Saul hearkened to false deceitful Slandering Dorg. Psalm 52. a great Persecutor of David, who had done great services to Saul and taken great Ventures for him.
4. It is not the wisdom of great Men to seek themselves, or great things for themselves, this is reproved in Baruch. Jer. 45. and an old Complaint of the Apostle, which may be renevved. Phil. 2.21. All seek their own things, and not the things of Jesus Christ.
4. It is not the Wisdom of great Men to seek themselves, or great things for themselves, this is reproved in baruch. Jer. 45. and an old Complaint of the Apostle, which may be renewed. Philip 2.21. All seek their own things, and not the things of jesus christ.
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like the Grave wherein all that is gotten is buried, and kept closs, and nothing brought forth to publick Benefit, on the Tombs of these it may be written;
like the Grave wherein all that is got is buried, and kept closs, and nothing brought forth to public Benefit, on the Tombs of these it may be written;
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For the Lord's sake, shake off its Government, resist its Reasonings, disobey its Commands, refuse to follow its inclinations or to satisfie its L•stings. 5. It's not a Magistrates Wisdom to prefer secular Affairs to the Lords, they were reproved.
For the Lord's sake, shake off its Government, resist its Reasonings, disobey its Commands, refuse to follow its inclinations or to satisfy its L•stings. 5. It's not a Magistrates Wisdom to prefer secular Affairs to the lords, they were reproved.
But the Lord laid his pride as he did Haman's, Esther 7. The king of Assyrias, Isaiah 10. Nebuchadneezar's, Dan. 4. True wisdom humbleth and advanceth to Honour, Prov. 15.33.
But the Lord laid his pride as he did Haman's, Esther 7. The King of Assyria, Isaiah 10. Nebuchadneezar's, Dan. 4. True Wisdom Humbleth and Advanceth to Honour, Curae 15.33.
and gains love and respect from both, whereas pride procures hatred and contempt, 1 Cor. 3.18. If any man among you seem to be wise in this World, let him become a fool, that he may be wise:
and gains love and respect from both, whereas pride procures hatred and contempt, 1 Cor. 3.18. If any man among you seem to be wise in this World, let him become a fool, that he may be wise:
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The proud man and the fool gets one name; 1 Tim. 6.4. The original Word signifies smoak, importing, that the proud man has a tumour, and is puft up with ill and noisome Air.
The proud man and the fool gets one name; 1 Tim. 6.4. The original Word signifies smoke, importing, that the proud man has a tumour, and is puffed up with ill and noisome Air.
I am not for Rigours, Severity, and Blood, and would be far from saying, what a Preacher in the South of Scotland said, within these twelveyears, preaching before the Justiciary Court, of some that he called Phanaticks, He desired the Lords to dye their scarlet robes in these Mens scarlet blood; At which they themselves blush'd.
I am not for Rigours, Severity, and Blood, and would be Far from saying, what a Preacher in the South of Scotland said, within these twelveyears, preaching before the Justiciary Court, of Some that he called Fanatics, He desired the lords to die their scarlet robes in these Men's scarlet blood; At which they themselves blushed.
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But sure Persons of a Dangerous Complexion to undermine the State, would be incapacitate and put out of reach to hazard the Common-wealth. If he were a Church-man;
But sure Persons of a Dangerous Complexion to undermine the State, would be incapacitate and put out of reach to hazard the Commonwealth. If he were a Churchman;
and not to be stiff head-strong and willful in what may endanger (•f not well advised) As David in an humour would not be put off to number the people, 2 Sam. 14. Notwithstanding Joab told him, it might provoke God,
and not to be stiff headstrong and wilful in what may endanger (•f not well advised) As David in an humour would not be put off to number the people, 2 Sam. 14. Notwithstanding Joab told him, it might provoke God,
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David never changed his purpose of building the house of God, and paying his Vows, Psal. 66 14, 15. Psal. 119.106, 1 12. Psal. 13•. 4, 5. 2. The wisdom of Magistrats stands in acquainting themselves with the word of the Lord, which makes the simple wise; some are Branded Jer. 6.10. The word of the Lord is to them a Reproach, for they have no delight in it;
David never changed his purpose of building the house of God, and paying his Vows, Psalm 66 14, 15. Psalm 119.106, 1 12. Psalm 13•. 4, 5. 2. The Wisdom of Magistrates Stands in acquainting themselves with the word of the Lord, which makes the simple wise; Some Are Branded Jer. 6.10. The word of the Lord is to them a Reproach, for they have no delight in it;
But be ye not Mockers least your bands be made strong. I• saiah 28.22. God will cast a Chain of his wrath about such, which, if Mercy and Repentance prevent not, will grip and smart them to all Eternity.
But be you not Mockers lest your bans be made strong. I• saiah 28.22. God will cast a Chain of his wrath about such, which, if Mercy and Repentance prevent not, will grip and smart them to all Eternity.
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But I say, Magistrats who would be truely wise, not only for Eternal Life, but for Humane Affairs and Government, would acquaint themselves with the word of God, where the Rules of Government are insert, the sins of Governours related with the Snares they have fallen in by committing such Sins, the examples of good Governours for imitation are set before them,
But I say, Magistrates who would be truly wise, not only for Eternal Life, but for Humane Affairs and Government, would acquaint themselves with the word of God, where the Rules of Government Are insert, the Sins of Governors related with the Snares they have fallen in by committing such Sins, the Examples of good Governors for imitation Are Set before them,
3. The wisdom of Magistrats stands, in the right ordering of the Kingdom, the State in Civil Affairs, the Church in Religious Matters, promoting Religion,
3. The Wisdom of Magistrates Stands, in the right ordering of the Kingdom, the State in Civil Affairs, the Church in Religious Matters, promoting Religion,
if not well with the State; for the wicked Will walk on every side; when vilest Men are exalted, Psalm 12. last; When the wicked rise, Men hide themselves. Prov. 28.28. When the righteous are in Authority, the people rejoyce;
if not well with the State; for the wicked Will walk on every side; when Vilest Men Are exalted, Psalm 12. last; When the wicked rise, Men hide themselves. Curae 28.28. When the righteous Are in authority, the people rejoice;
and I will destroy Evil doers from the City of the Lord. Psal. 101.6, 8. There be four sorts of Persons Dangerous in a State, and who endanger Crowned Heads,
and I will destroy Evil doers from the city of the Lord. Psalm 101.6, 8. There be four sorts of Persons Dangerous in a State, and who endanger Crowned Heads,
and runs them on Precipices. 1. Sycophants and Flatterers, such were the 400 false Prophets to Achab, 1. Kings 22. 2. The Envyous, such were the Courtiers about Darius. Dan. 6. 3. Selfish, Ambitious and Covetous Men, who seek the glory of their own House, such a one was Haman. Esther 3. 4. Heady and Young Counsellours,
and runs them on Precipices. 1. sycophants and Flatterers, such were the 400 false prophets to Ahab, 1. Kings 22. 2. The Envious, such were the Courtiers about Darius. Dan. 6. 3. Selfish, Ambitious and Covetous Men, who seek the glory of their own House, such a one was Haman. Esther 3. 4. Heady and Young Counsellors,
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It is the great Wisdom of Magistrats to be careful that Justice be Dispensed discreetly, speedily expeding Causes, (not fretting the Spirits of people by undue delays) impartially and universally to all, resolutely, couragiously, righteously, exactly, soberly and diligently;
It is the great Wisdom of Magistrates to be careful that justice be Dispensed discreetly, speedily expending Causes, (not fretting the Spirits of people by undue delays) impartially and universally to all, resolutely, courageously, righteously, exactly, soberly and diligently;
And thus Judgment returning unto Righteousness, and all the upright in heart shall follow it, Psal. 94.15. 2ly, Good Laws, which are the Sinews of Societies would be Enacted;
And thus Judgement returning unto Righteousness, and all the upright in heart shall follow it, Psalm 94.15. 2ly, Good Laws, which Are the Sinews of Societies would be Enacted;
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the greatest perfection whereof stands, 1. In their conformity to that prime and eternal Law of God, the Law of Laws, 2ly, In their vigour when they are put in execution:
the greatest perfection whereof Stands, 1. In their conformity to that prime and Eternal Law of God, the Law of Laws, 2ly, In their vigour when they Are put in execution:
such as the Law of worshipping the King's Image, under the pain of the fiery Furnace, Dan. 3. The Law discharging praying to any but the King for 30 days, under the pain of being cast into the Lions Den, Dan. 6. The strait Commands against Preaching in the Name of Jesus, Act. 4. and 5. Many such grievous Laws have been made, under which the Lord's people has smarted fore;
such as the Law of worshipping the King's Image, under the pain of the fiery Furnace, Dan. 3. The Law discharging praying to any but the King for 30 days, under the pain of being cast into the Lions Den, Dan. 6. The strait Commands against Preaching in the Name of jesus, Act. 4. and 5. Many such grievous Laws have been made, under which the Lord's people has smarted before;
and many has built themselves upon their ruines, by the Laws of Forfeitures and Fines, those would be reduced, which would ease the grieved minds of these best affected to the Government in the Nation,
and many has built themselves upon their ruins, by the Laws of Forfeitures and Fines, those would be reduced, which would ease the grieved minds of these best affected to the Government in the nation,
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The gain of Oppression has a Curse in its bosom, there is a Worm at the root of such Gourds, the belief whereof would make the Possessors of other mens Estates and goods, part with them without a grudge.
The gain of Oppression has a Curse in its bosom, there is a Worm At the root of such Gourds, the belief whereof would make the Possessors' of other men's Estates and goods, part with them without a grudge.
it is the wisdom of Kings to choose single-hearted, self-denyed, and pious men for Trust, such as preser the Interest of the Prince of the Kings of the earth before a Kings interest on earth;
it is the Wisdom of Kings to choose singlehearted, self-denied, and pious men for Trust, such as preser the Interest of the Prince of the Kings of the earth before a Kings Interest on earth;
3ly, The wisdom of Magistrats stands mainly in this, in bending their chief care about Religious concerns, promoting of Piety, advancing Zions welfare:
3ly, The Wisdom of Magistrates Stands mainly in this, in bending their chief care about Religious concerns, promoting of Piety, advancing Zions welfare:
untill he found a place for the Lord, an habitation for the mighty God of Jacob, Psal. 137.5, 6. If I forget thee, O Jerusalem, let my right hand forget her cunning;
until he found a place for the Lord, an habitation for the mighty God of Jacob, Psalm 137.5, 6. If I forget thee, Oh Jerusalem, let my right hand forget her cunning;
First, You would promote Piety by your Commands, so did Asa, 2 Chron. 14.2, 4. He did that which was good and right in the eyes of the Lord his God:
First, You would promote Piety by your Commands, so did Asa, 2 Chronicles 14.2, 4. He did that which was good and right in the eyes of the Lord his God:
Secondly, promote Piety by the Example of your Persons and Families, I will behave my self, saith David, Psal. 101.1.2. &c. within my house with a perfect heart, nor would he suffer with him these who were Slaves to Vice and Immoralities:
Secondly, promote Piety by the Exampl of your Persons and Families, I will behave my self, Says David, Psalm 101.1.2. etc. within my house with a perfect heart, nor would he suffer with him these who were Slaves to Vice and Immoralities:
Magistrats would study sound Principles, and steer their Course by the Compass of the Word, as Josh. 1.8. & 24.15. They would design Gods glory above all.
Magistrates would study found Principles, and steer their Course by the Compass of the Word, as Josh. 1.8. & 24.15. They would Design God's glory above all.
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Thirdly, Magistrats would encourage, settle and maintain a learned, pions, faithful and painful Ministry, men according to Gods own heart, who may seed his people with knowledge and understanding, Jer. 3.15.
Thirdly, Magistrates would encourage, settle and maintain a learned, pions, faithful and painful Ministry, men according to God's own heart, who may seed his people with knowledge and understanding, Jer. 3.15.
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having enlarged on this purpose the last Session of Parliament, in the presence of His Majesties then High Commissioner, I give but a few short hints now.
having enlarged on this purpose the last Session of Parliament, in the presence of His Majesties then High Commissioner, I give but a few short hints now.
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Secondly That there was a distinction between Ecclesiastick and Civil power, the Scripture condemns Church-men usurping Civil power, and States-men usurping Church power.
Secondly That there was a distinction between Ecclesiastic and Civil power, the Scripture condemns Churchmen usurping Civil power, and Statesmen usurping Church power.
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for punishing Scandals, inflicting Church-Censures, making Church - Canons, and has not left it to mens Arbitriment to come and go upon them, no mans will being a standart in this matter, Moses might not alter a pin from the pattern shewed in the Mount. Exod. 25.9.
for punishing Scandals, inflicting Church censures, making Church - Canonas, and has not left it to men's Arbitrament to come and go upon them, no men will being a Standard in this matter, Moses might not altar a pin from the pattern showed in the Mount. Exod 25.9.
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Heb. 3.5, 6. Fourthly, That in the Old Testament, there vvas a Church Government, distinct from the State, the same Reasons abide for one in the N. T. Fifthly, I told you the end of Church Government was Spiritual, the perfecting of the Saints, the Edifying of the Body of Christ. Eph. 4.12. Sixthly, That for Circumstantials of Government, general Rule•, managed with prudence, were sufficient:
Hebrew 3.5, 6. Fourthly, That in the Old Testament, there was a Church Government, distinct from the State, the same Reasons abide for one in the N. T. Fifthly, I told you the end of Church Government was Spiritual, the perfecting of the Saints, the Edifying of the Body of christ. Ephesians 4.12. Sixthly, That for Circumstantials of Government, general Rule•, managed with prudence, were sufficient:
Eph. 4.11. 1 Thes. 5.12. 1 Tim. 5.17. Act. 6. &c. And not a Prelate mentioned among them all. 2ly. Church Courts and Judicatures, Mat. 18.16, 18. Tell the Church, the Apostles were members of it, it was no Civil Court. 3. Subordination of lesser Judicatures to greater.
Ephesians 4.11. 1 Thebes 5.12. 1 Tim. 5.17. Act. 6. etc. And not a Prelate mentioned among them all. 2ly. Church Courts and Judicatures, Mathew 18.16, 18. Tell the Church, the Apostles were members of it, it was no Civil Court. 3. Subordination of lesser Judicatures to greater.
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Act. 15. They came from Antioch, to a more general Council at Jerusalem, for Decision of a matter. 4ly. We have the order of procedure in relation to Censure, Mat. 16.26. &c. First, privat Admonition, then more publick.
Act. 15. They Come from Antioch, to a more general Council At Jerusalem, for Decision of a matter. 4ly. We have the order of procedure in Relation to Censure, Mathew 16.26. etc. First, private Admonition, then more public.
This Government we owne (and which we bless God this Honourable Court has owned and established by Law) was owned by Ambassadors from most of the reformed Churches in Europe at the Synod of Dort, to which all Subscribed save two.
This Government we own (and which we bless God this Honourable Court has owned and established by Law) was owned by ambassadors from most of the reformed Churches in Europe At the Synod of Dort, to which all Subscribed save two.
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First, being most answerable to the ends foresaid, of establishing a Ministry, Eph. 4.12. 2. Guarding best against Vice and Error. 3. It keeps Ordinances best from pollution,
First, being most answerable to the ends foresaid, of establishing a Ministry, Ephesians 4.12. 2. Guarding best against Vice and Error. 3. It keeps Ordinances best from pollution,
and was exercised 300. Years before there was a Christian Magistrat to owne her: And which Power Church Officers must use when Magistrats are Enemies, although they should offend,
and was exercised 300. years before there was a Christian Magistrate to own her: And which Power Church Officers must use when Magistrates Are Enemies, although they should offend,
It is true there is Reason to acquaint them with such occasions, we give unto the Magistrat, what GOD gave them, a Cumulative Power to help the Church,
It is true there is Reason to acquaint them with such occasions, we give unto the Magistrate, what GOD gave them, a Cumulative Power to help the Church,
that they may rightly Time and Circumstantiat their Actions. D•ut. 1.13. Eccles. 8.5. It is threatned as a Judgment, when Princes are Children and Bab•• in Understanding.
that they may rightly Time and Circumstantiate their Actions. D•ut. 1.13. Eccles. 8.5. It is threatened as a Judgement, when Princes Are Children and Bab•• in Understanding.
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And in his blessing of him, Lord give thee wisdom and understanding; 2 Chr. 22.12. And when God gave Solomon a Choice, what was his desire? 1 Kings 3.9.
And in his blessing of him, Lord give thee Wisdom and understanding; 2 Christ 22.12. And when God gave Solomon a Choice, what was his desire? 1 Kings 3.9.
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namely, first, they are called Gods, and Sons of God. Psal. 82. 2ly. Saviours of the People. Judg. 2.16. Who shelter against the Rage and Violence of the Wicked. 3ly. Fathers to the People, and Nursing Fathers to the Church. G•n. 45.8. Isa. 49.23. Importing not only Power and Authority, but Tenderness, Care and Pity: 4ly. Heads of the Body Polltick.
namely, First, they Are called God's, and Sons of God. Psalm 82. 2ly. Saviors of the People. Judges 2.16. Who shelter against the Rage and Violence of the Wicked. 3ly. Father's to the People, and Nursing Father's to the Church. G•n. 45.8. Isaiah 49.23. Importing not only Power and authority, but Tenderness, Care and Pity: 4ly. Heads of the Body Polltick.
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Num. 16. That influence the Body to direct and rule the Members. 5ly. The •yes of a State, Job. 29.15. To oversee the manners of a People. 6ly. The Servants of God by way of Eminency, Jerem. 27.6. To improve their Gifts for the good of the Common Wealth. 7ly. The Shepherd of the People, Numh. 27.17. to Feed, Lead, Defend and Watch over them. 8ly. Healers of the People, to bind up their wounds. Isa. 3.7. 9ly. Pillars, Corner-stones, Foundations of the Earth. Psal. 11.3. Psal. 75.3. Z•ch. 10.4.
Num. 16. That influence the Body to Direct and Rule the Members. 5ly. The •yes of a State, Job. 29.15. To oversee the manners of a People. 6ly. The Servants of God by Way of Eminency, Jeremiah 27.6. To improve their Gifts for the good of the Common Wealth. 7ly. The Shepherd of the People, Numb. 27.17. to Feed, Led, Defend and Watch over them. 8ly. Healers of the People, to bind up their wounds. Isaiah 3.7. 9ly. Pillars, Corner-stones, Foundations of the Earth. Psalm 11.3. Psalm 75.3. Z•ch. 10.4.
That should protect God's Ordinances and People in their Lives, Liberties and Estates. 11ly. Overseers. Prov. 6.7. That are careful, that these under them live in Peace and Piety.
That should Pact God's Ordinances and People in their Lives, Liberties and Estates. 11ly. Overseers. Curae 6.7. That Are careful, that these under them live in Peace and Piety.
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for Magistrats are neither above instruction, nor without correction, if they fall, Job. 12.21. He pouts contempt upon Princes, and weakens the strength of the Mighty, psal. 110.5. He shall strike through Kings in the day of his wrath, Psal. 76.12. He is terrib•e to the Kings of the Earth, he shall cut off the Spirit of Princes.
for Magistrates Are neither above instruction, nor without correction, if they fallen, Job. 12.21. He poutest contempt upon Princes, and weakens the strength of the Mighty, Psalm. 110.5. He shall strike through Kings in the day of his wrath, Psalm 76.12. He is terrib•e to the Kings of the Earth, he shall Cut off the Spirit of Princes.
This should instuence Magistrats to se•k after Wisdom, conf••ering they have to do with him, who is the Prince of the Kings of the Earth. Rev. 1.5. Zions King, to whom they are all countable, for We must all appear before the Tribunal of Christ. 2 Cor. 5.10.
This should instuence Magistrates to se•k After Wisdom, conf••ering they have to do with him, who is the Prince of the Kings of the Earth. Rev. 1.5. Zions King, to whom they Are all countable, for We must all appear before the Tribunal of christ. 2 Cor. 5.10.
And all of you here must appear that day, no Mans Honour or Office will procure a Dispensation for absence from that Court, where he Judges without respect of Persons. 1. Pet. 1.17.
And all of you Here must appear that day, no men Honour or Office will procure a Dispensation for absence from that Court, where he Judges without respect of Persons. 1. Pet. 1.17.
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Take heed therefore and be wise, He will not so much a•k, were you King, Duke, Marquess, Earl, Lord, Barron, Burges, as how behaved you in your Station and Trust? And these who would Brawl and spit in his Messengers Face will be mute, when the Master reckons:
Take heed Therefore and be wise, He will not so much a•k, were you King, Duke, Marquis, Earl, Lord, Baron, Burges, as how behaved you in your Station and Trust? And these who would Brawl and spit in his Messengers Face will be mute, when the Master reckons:
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great is their Task to know the state of these under them, to hear the plaints of the Foor, to repress the Insolencles of the Proud, to Minister Ju••ice to all.
great is their Task to know the state of these under them, to hear the plaints of the Foor, to repress the Insolencles of the Proud, to Minister Ju••ice to all.
Although God exalt them above others, yet are they Servants to Subjects, in that they watch for their Well and Safeti•, Rom. 13.1; 4. They are the Ministers of God, to People for their good:
Although God exalt them above Others, yet Are they Servants to Subject's, in that they watch for their Well and Safeti•, Rom. 13.1; 4. They Are the Ministers of God, to People for their good:
many are quick sighted to see their Defects, who see neither their Difficulties nor Dangers; every curbed Humour, by sear of Punishment frets against them;
many Are quick sighted to see their Defects, who see neither their Difficulties nor Dangers; every curbed Humour, by sear of Punishment frets against them;
if Rehoboam had hearkened to the moderat Counsel of the Antients, belike he had keeped the ten Tribes to the House of David: Plety and Prudence helps to Magnanimity and Courage, to Graple and Conflict with Evils, Enemies. Difficulties, and Dangers;
if Rehoboam had harkened to the moderate Counsel of the Ancients, belike he had keeped the ten Tribes to the House of David: Plenty and Prudence helps to Magnanimity and Courage, to Grapple and Conflict with Evils, Enemies. Difficulties, and Dangers;
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David Graples with Goliath, Calth with the Anakims, Paul with Bonds and Affl•ctions. The Righteous is made bold as a Lyon. Prov: 28.1. His heart is established, trusting in the Lord, he will not be afraid untill he see his desire upon his Enemies.
David Grapples with Goliath, Calth with the Anakims, Paul with Bonds and Affl•ctions. The Righteous is made bold as a lion. Curae: 28.1. His heart is established, trusting in the Lord, he will not be afraid until he see his desire upon his Enemies.
Psal. 112.8, I will not be afraid of ten thousands of the people that beset me round. Psal. 3.6. I will not be afraid tho an h•st encamp against me, Psal. 27.3. Should such a man as I fl•t, says Nehemiah ch. 6.11.
Psalm 112.8, I will not be afraid of ten thousands of the people that beset me round. Psalm 3.6. I will not be afraid though an h•st encamp against me, Psalm 27.3. Should such a man as I fl•t, Says Nehemiah changed. 6.11.
and this is the Priviledge of the Holy and Wise, who hearken to the Lord. Prov. 1.33. You see then that Holy Wisdom is most needful to Magistrats on all these Accounts.
and this is the Privilege of the Holy and Wise, who harken to the Lord. Curae 1.33. You see then that Holy Wisdom is most needful to Magistrates on all these Accounts.
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when Brother-hood is broken, an idol Shepherd is set up. Zeck. 11.14, 15. 3ly. Peoples breaking Vowes to the Lord, of cleaving to him in his Ordinances, and remaining Impenitent. 4ly When Additions are made to the Ordinance of Christ, by the inventions of men. 5ly.
when Brotherhood is broken, an idol Shepherd is Set up. zechariah. 11.14, 15. 3ly. Peoples breaking Vows to the Lord, of cleaving to him in his Ordinances, and remaining Impenitent. 4ly When Additions Are made to the Ordinance of christ, by the Inventions of men. 5ly.
When Men cast off secret Dread, Fear and Reverence of the Majesty, Dominion and Soveraignity that God stamps on Authority, Jude. 8. and have low despising thoughts of Magistrats,
When Men cast off secret Dread, fear and reverence of the Majesty, Dominion and Sovereignty that God stamps on authority, U^de. 8. and have low despising thoughts of Magistrates,
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and seek to pluck the Sword of Revenge for sins, that hurt the Common wealth, out of their hands, without which the greatest Power and Authority is but a Vanity and Nuility. 11ly, Whoredom and uncleanness,
and seek to pluck the Sword of Revenge for Sins, that hurt the Common wealth, out of their hands, without which the greatest Power and authority is but a Vanity and Nuility. 11ly, Whoredom and uncleanness,
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tho rise among us, for which the Lord will Judge. Heb. 13.4. 12ly. Swearing and Corsing, too rise also among all sorts, prosaning the Lords holy Name, Men,
though rise among us, for which the Lord will Judge. Hebrew 13.4. 12ly. Swearing and Corsing, too rise also among all sorts, prosaning the lords holy Name, Men,
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and partaking of their sins, receive of their plagues; Prov. 22.25. Rev. 18.4. This has been the neck break o• this Generation; Prov. 13.20. by which companions of Fools have been destroyed. 14ly. Much unrepented of guilt in the Persecuters of these bygone years;
and partaking of their Sins, receive of their plagues; Curae 22.25. Rev. 18.4. This has been the neck break o• this Generation; Curae 13.20. by which Sodales of Fools have been destroyed. 14ly. Much unrepented of guilt in the Persecuters of these bygone Years;
We have been deeved with the noise of some, abusively called, the Cl•••y their Suffering• in Pamph•••s with Attestations justly jealoused, which will be overthrown •re long by a true Relation:
We have been deeved with the noise of Some, abusively called, the Cl•••y their Suffering• in Pamph•••s with Attestations justly jealoused, which will be overthrown •re long by a true Relation:
and al• the Ministers of Edinburgh, save one (who had little cause to boast of any outward advantage by Conformity) summarly warned by the States to remove from their Charges, without Citation o• Accusation,
and al• the Ministers of Edinburgh, save one (who had little cause to boast of any outward advantage by Conformity) summarily warned by the States to remove from their Charges, without Citante o• Accusation,
What shall I say o• the Sufferings before, and in the year 1666? a few pages in that once forbidden Book Naphtali ▪ will far surmount all the Accounts of their Sufferings, what vast sums of money exacted, pillaging of houses, preferring their Dogs to the Children of the Family, in sharing of the provisions of the house, besides unheard of Barbarities, Mockings, Threatnings,
What shall I say o• the Sufferings before, and in the year 1666? a few pages in that once forbidden Book Naphtali ▪ will Far surmount all the Accounts of their Sufferings, what vast sums of money exacted, pillaging of houses, preferring their Dogs to the Children of the Family, in sharing of the provisions of the house, beside unheard of Barbarities, Mockings, Threatenings,
and since that time, what Intercommuning of many, denying them the use of things useful and comfortable, some of whom were strangely circumstantiat, blind and imprisoned, who could not move for their own rellef, cru•• Imprisonment in unwholesome Prisons, Minister:
and since that time, what Intercommuning of many, denying them the use of things useful and comfortable, Some of whom were strangely circumstantiate, blind and imprisoned, who could not move for their own rellef, cru•• Imprisonment in unwholesome Prisons, Minister:
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and others, some several months, some severa• years, two, three, five, seven, some eleven years in Prison, which usage has occasioned Diseases ▪ and the death of many,
and Others, Some several months, Some severa• Years, two, three, five, seven, Some eleven Years in Prison, which usage has occasioned Diseases ▪ and the death of many,
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What killing in cold blood ▪ and women execute meerly for their Opinion, who were no Idolaters, nor abettors of Idolatry! some after Sentence, not getting leave to draw their breath before execution;
What killing in cold blood ▪ and women execute merely for their Opinion, who were no Idolaters, nor abettors of Idolatry! Some After Sentence, not getting leave to draw their breath before execution;
what barbarous beating of Drums at Scaffolds? what hunting of Ministers and others like Partridges on the Mountain• night and Day, lying whole Nights, Summer and Winter in woods,
what barbarous beating of Drums At Scaffolds? what hunting of Ministers and Others like Partridges on the Mountain• night and Day, lying Whole Nights, Summer and Winter in woods,
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and open fields? What violent driving of Families from their Houses, driving, and selling of their Goods and Cattel, laying many Families waste, violent intruding, possessing their Houses, Lands,
and open fields? What violent driving of Families from their Houses, driving, and selling of their Goods and Cattle, laying many Families waste, violent intruding, possessing their Houses, Lands,
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There be hundreds of unquestionable witnesses of all these thing• What Cruel Urging the Consciences of People, Men and Women (who had but a free Cottage) with a Bond to give such and such Ministers,
There be hundreds of unquestionable Witnesses of all these thing• What Cruel Urging the Consciences of People, Men and Women (who had but a free Cottage) with a Bound to give such and such Ministers,
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and others, not so much as a Nights Lodging, or 〈 ◊ 〉 meal of Meat, which appeared to be heavy on the Consciences of many (overtaken with the Temptation) that when awakned they had no rest till they made a publick Consession, before Congregations of People.
and Others, not so much as a Nights Lodging, or 〈 ◊ 〉 meal of Meat, which appeared to be heavy on the Consciences of many (overtaken with the Temptation) that when awakened they had no rest till they made a public Confessi, before Congregations of People.
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At one Meeting 39. Men, and Women, not above two known to the Minister before, resolving their appearance, rose up in all quarters crying, Guilitie, Guiltie. What Exorbitant Exactions,
At one Meeting 39. Men, and Women, not above two known to the Minister before, resolving their appearance, rose up in all quarters crying, Guilitie, Guilty. What Exorbitant Exactions,
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not to speak of the Barbarous Highland Host; nor of that Violent Pressing of the Oath of the Test, (a perplexing Oath• on many even beyond Lew, to the pressing of their consciences,
not to speak of the Barbarous Highland Host; nor of that Violent Pressing of the Oath of the Test, (a perplexing Oath• on many even beyond Lew, to the pressing of their Consciences,
and that Pitisul consequences followed on it? amongst the rest, the Cuting off of one of the greatest men of our Israel, the late Noble Earl of Argyl. What Volumes, beyond Foxes, monuments might be Written, there is but one •nstance, that were it meet to relate the circumstances thereof (which I know from a Minister,
and that Pitiful consequences followed on it? among the rest, the Cuting off of one of the greatest men of our Israel, the late Noble Earl of Argyl. What Volumes, beyond Foxes, monuments might be Written, there is but one •nstance, that were it meet to relate the Circumstances thereof (which I know from a Minister,
and many others taken up by the way out of other prisons, and pricked up like beasts, beside other hard usages in their journey, to the Castle of Dunotter, where about 168. Men and Women were thrust in one Vault,
and many Others taken up by the Way out of other prisons, and pricked up like beasts, beside other hard usages in their journey, to the Castle of Dunottar, where about 168. Men and Women were thrust in one Vault,
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Yea, at their entry when scorched with thrist, denyed water by the Souldiers without Money! Many hardships they endured, that it cost some of them their Lives:
Yea, At their entry when scorched with thrist, denied water by the Soldiers without Money! Many hardships they endured, that it cost Some of them their Lives:
That the consideration of the hundreth part of our Sufferings makes many Judicious, who will not approve what others have met with, wonder it was no worse, considering what was the Spring and Fountain whence these deep and bitter waters did flow,
That the consideration of the Hundredth part of our Sufferings makes many Judicious, who will not approve what Others have met with, wonder it was no Worse, considering what was the Spring and Fountain whence these deep and bitter waters did flow,
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I intended to have pressed on the People their dutifull respects to Magistrats, Supreme and Subordinat, upon the Apostles prounds. 1 Pet: 2.13.14. &c. First, for the Lords sake, and that Honour and Majestie Christ stamps on them. 2ly.
I intended to have pressed on the People their dutiful respects to Magistrates, Supreme and Subordinate, upon the Apostles prounds. 1 Pet: 2.13.14. etc. First, for the lords sake, and that Honour and Majesty christ stamps on them. 2ly.
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Because this is the will of Christ, and the way so stop the Mouths of foolish Men. 4ly This is our Libertie and would not be used as a cloak of Licentiousness, we owe to them first reverence,
Because this is the will of christ, and the Way so stop the Mouths of foolish Men. 4ly This is our Liberty and would not be used as a cloak of Licentiousness, we owe to them First Reverence,
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and that in our Minds not to Cur•e him in our thoughts, Eccles: 10, 20. In our Words not to rail against him, Acts: 23, 5. The Authoritie of Magistrats is very tender in our gestures, the Woman of Tekoah stoops to the ground, 2 Sam: 14, 4. 2ly We owe obedience in the Lord, from which Church-Men are not exeemed, 1 Pet: 2.13. Rom. 13, 1. If they Command what is cross to the Lords mind, we must serve them with Peters answer, we ought to obey God rather than Man;
and that in our Minds not to Cur•e him in our thoughts, Eccles: 10, 20. In our Words not to rail against him, Acts: 23, 5. The authority of Magistrates is very tender in our gestures, the Woman of Tekoah stoops to the ground, 2 Sam: 14, 4. 2ly We owe Obedience in the Lord, from which Church-Men Are not exeemed, 1 Pet: 2.13. Rom. 13, 1. If they Command what is cross to the lords mind, we must serve them with Peter's answer, we ought to obey God rather than Man;
first, by saithfull counsel and advice, when called for, and discovery of secret Enemies and plots. 2. By our Estates, paving custom, Rom: 13, 7. 3ly. By our persons assisting them, both against Countrey Rebels, and Forraign enemies, and when called for to venture our Lives for them in peace and war, 2 Sam: 21.17.
First, by saithfull counsel and Advice, when called for, and discovery of secret Enemies and plots. 2. By our Estates, paving custom, Rom: 13, 7. 3ly. By our Persons assisting them, both against Country Rebels, and Foreign enemies, and when called for to venture our Lives for them in peace and war, 2 Sam: 21.17.
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& 23.16. 4ly By our prayers, 2 Tim. 2, 2. (1) Because they neither stand nor fall to themselves, Magistrats, especially Soveraigns, are the pillara of a Kingdom, Let me smite King Saul but once, said Abishal, and the kingdom shall be thine,
& 23.16. 4ly By our Prayers, 2 Tim. 2, 2. (1) Because they neither stand nor fallen to themselves, Magistrates, especially Sovereigns, Are the pillara of a Kingdom, Let me smite King Saul but once, said Abishai, and the Kingdom shall be thine,
We should be earnest to pray Magistrates may be Religious, because of the power of their Example to good or evil, their vices pass currant for vertues,
We should be earnest to pray Magistrates may be Religious, Because of the power of their Exampl to good or evil, their vices pass currant for Virtues,
Let me press upon Magistrates, that ye Studie Wisdom in God's Matt••s and M•ns also, both are required, •f they be Pious only in God's Matters and not otherwise prudent,
Let me press upon Magistrates, that you Study Wisdom in God's Matt••s and M•ns also, both Are required, •f they be Pious only in God's Matters and not otherwise prudent,
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and Seducers, discountenanced and punished, and that the Purity and Truth of Doctrine he promoted and maintained, according to the Example of Godly Kings, 2 Chron. 3.4, 15, 12, 17, 6. That the word be purely Preached, that the good Things taught,
and Seducers, discountenanced and punished, and that the Purity and Truth of Doctrine he promoted and maintained, according to the Exampl of Godly Kings, 2 Chronicles 3.4, 15, 12, 17, 6. That the word be purely Preached, that the good Things taught,
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Sam. 14. Solomon discerned which was the true Mother. 1 Kings 3• Magistrate• should provide that People lead a Peaceable and quit Life, in all Godliness and Honesty. 2 Tim. 2. Then I would press on Magistrates to ••udy a good Foresight of Dangers, to protect the People, prevent, or wisely divert them.
Sam. 14. Solomon discerned which was the true Mother. 1 Kings 3• Magistrate• should provide that People led a Peaceable and quit Life, in all Godliness and Honesty. 2 Tim. 2. Then I would press on Magistrates to ••udy a good Foresight of Dangers, to Pact the People, prevent, or wisely divert them.
Trib•te, and Custom, which three Caldea Words, imports the Properties of these Revenu•s exacted of the People, that they should be Moderat according to the Peoples Abllity, without Partiality, Inveterate,
Trib•te, and Custom, which three Chaldea Words, imports the Properties of these Revenu•s exacted of the People, that they should be Moderate according to the Peoples Abllity, without Partiality, Inveterate,
But if by Oppression extreme Exactions be Collected, or publick money be Dilapidat by Self seeking Men, they may resolve to smart for it at the hands of the Lord:
But if by Oppression extreme Exactions be Collected, or public money be Dilapidat by Self seeking Men, they may resolve to smart for it At the hands of the Lord:
There have been old and frequent Complaints of mis-managements, when publick Money has either been bestowed on men to uphold their debauches to consume it on their Lusts, to uphold unlimited Lust• and Designs of others;
There have been old and frequent Complaints of mis-managements, when public Money has either been bestowed on men to uphold their Debauches to consume it on their Lustiest, to uphold unlimited Lust• and Designs of Others;
and such a Representative of their Majesties in this Honourable Court, and so many noble and worthy Patriots in this Assembly, who befriend the interests o•our Lord, who are other ways minded, we pray the Lord reveal it to them;
and such a Representative of their Majesties in this Honourable Court, and so many noble and worthy Patriots in this Assembly, who befriend the interests o•our Lord, who Are other ways minded, we pray the Lord reveal it to them;
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the desire accomplished is sweet to the soul, Prov. 13.12, 19. There are two things, I would desire of this Honourable Court, The first 〈 ◊ 〉 that what may give a back-set to the thing that is done may be forborn, that Truth be not abused by promiseuous Tolleration, this were to love our ease more than God,
the desire accomplished is sweet to the soul, Curae 13.12, 19. There Are two things, I would desire of this Honourable Court, The First 〈 ◊ 〉 that what may give a backset to the thing that is done may be forborn, that Truth be not abused by promiseuous Toleration, this were to love our ease more than God,
There being no persecution Threatued, Exercised, and for ou•ht I know neither intended, by Church nor State, the muttering of such a Tolleration as we •eard of• is some Surprize which some of the sober Conformists disclaims:
There being no persecution Threatued, Exercised, and for ou•ht I know neither intended, by Church nor State, the muttering of such a Toleration as we •eard of• is Some Surprise which Some of the Sobrium Conformists disclaims:
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but the reason is not alike, for Presbyterians did stand their ground, and owned their Principies since the Reformation from Poptry by Presbyters. So the Schism first and last is on their side, this Tolleration would be buried under the Oak.
but the reason is not alike, for Presbyterians did stand their ground, and owned their Principles since the Reformation from Poptry by Presbyters. So the Schism First and last is on their side, this Toleration would be buried under the Oak.
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There is another thing that I would beg of this Honourable Court, beside the care of ordering and purging the Seminaries of Learning, the removal of Pa••onages, not that we mean the injuring any in their just Civil Rights and Properties,
There is Another thing that I would beg of this Honourable Court, beside the care of ordering and purging the Seminaries of Learning, the removal of Pa••onages, not that we mean the injuring any in their just Civil Rights and Properties,
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and a grievous bondage, many God provoking sins has followed on it, Simoniacal compacts; It has been the sourse of a Godless insufficient Ministry, we would not have you to prig with God in this matter;
and a grievous bondage, many God provoking Sins has followed on it, Simoniacal compacts; It has been the source of a Godless insufficient Ministry, we would not have you to prig with God in this matter;
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Minde the example of the Jews, when stirred up to build the Temple, Ezra 5.1 2. They say not, we must fi•st build the Walls of Jerusalem, to hold out the enemy,
Mind the Exampl of the jews, when stirred up to built the Temple, Ezra 5.1 2. They say not, we must fi•st built the Walls of Jerusalem, to hold out the enemy,
but the Text says, They began to build the house of God, and with them were Prophets of the Lord helping them, they were not full four •ears in building of the Temple,
but the Text Says, They began to built the house of God, and with them were prophets of the Lord helping them, they were not full four •ears in building of the Temple,
and improve, whereto ye have already attained, and the Lord shall be with you, and the blessing of Obed-•d•m and his house, shall rest upon you and yours. 1 Chron. 13 14. Consider the exient of that Blessing, it was a bro•d B•e•ing;
and improve, whereto you have already attained, and the Lord shall be with you, and the blessing of Obed-•d•m and his house, shall rest upon you and yours. 1 Chronicles 13 14. Consider the exient of that Blessing, it was a bro•d B•e•ing;
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1. His person was blest, that's a blessed Religion that brings health to the navel, and marrow to the bones, 2ly. His posterity blessed. 1 Chron: 26.8. In sour. 1. He wa• blessed with a numerous progeny, threescore and two of Obed-ed•ms Family. 2ly. They were bl•ssed with Employment, all made Officers in the House of God. 3ly.
1. His person was blessed, that's a blessed Religion that brings health to the navel, and marrow to the bones, 2ly. His posterity blessed. 1 Chronicles: 26.8. In sour. 1. He wa• blessed with a numerous progeny, threescore and two of Obed-ed•ms Family. 2ly. They were bl•ssed with Employment, all made Officers in the House of God. 3ly.
for the service of the Temple. 4. They are blessed with Honour, made Rulers and Commanders through the House of their Father. 3. His possessions were blessed with preservation, increase, a comfortable injoying them, Obed-edom made his House a Sanctuary for God,
for the service of the Temple. 4. They Are blessed with Honour, made Rulers and Commanders through the House of their Father. 3. His possessions were blessed with preservation, increase, a comfortable enjoying them, Obed-edom made his House a Sanctuary for God,
now God makes it a Sanctuary for him, a place of safety. 4. His Actions and Undertakings are blessed, good success attends him. 5. His Friends are blessed, they fare the better for him, he becomes a favourite of Heaven, he can speed Suits, and obtain blessings for others.
now God makes it a Sanctuary for him, a place of safety. 4. His Actions and Undertakings Are blessed, good success attends him. 5. His Friends Are blessed, they fare the better for him, he becomes a favourite of Heaven, he can speed Suits, and obtain blessings for Others.
