The strong man ejected by a stronger then he. In a sermon preached at Gloucester, the 15th of May, 1660. Being the day his Royal Majesty, King Charles the second, was proclaimed. Shewing, how the strong man Satan is cast out of the palace of the heart, and the Lord Christ possessed thereof. With some application to the present ejectment of the late usurper, Satans confederate, out of the royal palace, and the Lords Christ, King Charles the-second possessed thereof. By Wil. Bartholmevv, M.A. and Vicar of Campden in Gloucester-shire.
But the learned Scribes and Pharisees, made up of depraving, they slander and disparage him (how much better is it to be Holy then Witty?) He casteth out Devills (say they) through Beelzebub the Prince of Devils:
But the learned Scribes and Pharisees, made up of depraving, they slander and disparage him (how much better is it to be Holy then Witty?) He Cast out Devils (say they) through Beelzebub the Prince of Devils:
p-acp dt j n2 cc np2, vvd a-acp pp-f vvg, pns32 vvb cc vvi pno31 (c-crq d jc vbz pn31 pc-acp vbi j av j?) pns31 vvz av n2 (vvb pns32) p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f n2:
Truth it is that (upon compact) one Devil may undo what another doth (attempting by such politique combination) in the same project to resieve the Body;
Truth it is that (upon compact) one devil may undo what Another does (attempting by such politic combination) in the same project to resieve the Body;
n1 pn31 vbz d (p-acp n1) crd n1 vmb vvi r-crq j-jn vdz (vvg p-acp d j n1) p-acp dt d n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1;
If I by Beelzebub cast out Devils, by whom do your Sons cast them out? Your Sons (i) the Children of your own Nation, those Exorcists born amongst you, who cast out Devils in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ: You do not say they cast them out by Beelzebub,
If I by Beelzebub cast out Devils, by whom do your Sons cast them out? Your Sons (i) the Children of your own nation, those Exorcists born among you, who cast out Devils in the name of the Lord jesus christ: You do not say they cast them out by Beelzebub,
cs pns11 p-acp np1 vvd av n2, p-acp ro-crq vdb po22 n2 vvd pno32 av? po22 n2 (uh) dt n2 pp-f po22 d n1, d vvz vvn p-acp pn22, r-crq vvd av ng1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1: pn22 vdb xx vvi pns32 vvd pno32 av p-acp np1,
Christs bodily cures had usually a tendency to something Spiritual, for the saving of the Soul. This Blinde and Dumb man whom Satan possessed, is a type of all men that lye under the Dominion of Sin:
Christ bodily cures had usually a tendency to something Spiritual, for the Saving of the Soul. This Blind and Dumb man whom Satan possessed, is a type of all men that lie under the Dominion of since:
npg1 j n2 vhd av-j dt n1 p-acp pi j, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 d j cc j n1 r-crq np1 vvd, vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2 cst vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1:
whose Eyes the God of this world hath blinded, whose heart the Prince of the Aire keepeth in peaceable possession: When a Strong man, &c. Untill a Stronger then he [ i ] Jesus Christ, shall be pleased in mercy to visit any such miserable Vassal.
whose Eyes the God of this world hath blinded, whose heart the Prince of the Air Keepeth in peaceable possession: When a Strong man, etc. Until a Stronger then he [ i ] jesus christ, shall be pleased in mercy to visit any such miserable Vassal.
rg-crq n2 dt n1 pp-f d n1 vhz vvn, r-crq n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp j n1: c-crq dt j n1, av c-acp dt jc cs pns31 [ sy ] uh-np np1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi d d j n1.
Then he ejects Satan, pulls down the reign of sin, takes possession of that poor captivated heart for his own habitation, restores to God his Creature that was lost,
Then he ejects Satan, pulls down the Reign of since, Takes possession of that poor captivated heart for his own habitation, restores to God his Creature that was lost,
The order of the words invite me to speak first of the Prince of the Power of Darknesse, wherein first we are to take notice of his Power, he is a strong man.
The order of the words invite me to speak First of the Prince of the Power of Darkness, wherein First we Are to take notice of his Power, he is a strong man.
1. He disarms the enemie. 2. Rescues his Captives out of the enemies hands, and (as David in the case of Ziglag, so the Son of David ) recovers all the spoyles and divideth them amongst them.
1. He disarms the enemy. 2. Rescues his Captives out of the enemies hands, and (as David in the case of Ziklag, so the Son of David) recovers all the spoils and divides them among them.
crd pns31 vvz dt n1. crd vvz po31 n2-jn av pp-f dt n2 n2, cc (c-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av dt n1 pp-f np1) vvz d dt n2 cc vvz pno32 p-acp pno32.
But when a stronger then he, &c. To all which particulars I shall likely speak something whilst I insist on these two Propositions, whereunto we are to hold us at this time.
But when a Stronger then he, etc. To all which particulars I shall likely speak something while I insist on these two Propositions, whereunto we Are to hold us At this time.
cc-acp c-crq dt jc cs pns31, av p-acp d r-crq n2-jn pns11 vmb av-j vvi pi cs pns11 vvb p-acp d crd n2, c-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d n1.
Secondly, When Jesus Christ is pleased in mercy to visit any such poor captives, He ejects Satan, pulls down the Reign and Dominion of Sin, takes possession of their hearts for his own habitation,
Secondly, When jesus christ is pleased in mercy to visit any such poor captives, He ejects Satan, pulls down the Reign and Dominion of since, Takes possession of their hearts for his own habitation,
ord, c-crq np1 np1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi d d j n2-jn, pns31 vvz np1, vvz a-acp dt vvi cc n1 pp-f n1, vvz n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp po31 d n1,
and restores unto them the graces whereof they were despoyled. But when a stronger, &c. I will begin with the First. All unconverted, &c. Such were some of you, saith St. Paul to the Corinthians, such were the Ephesians, Walking according to the Prince of the power of the Air, the Spirit that now worketh in the children of disobedience;
and restores unto them the graces whereof they were despoiled. But when a Stronger, etc. I will begin with the First. All unconverted, etc. Such were Some of you, Says Saint Paul to the Corinthians, such were the Ephesians, Walking according to the Prince of the power of the Air, the Spirit that now works in the children of disobedience;
cc vvz p-acp pno32 dt n2 c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn. cc-acp c-crq dt jc, av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord. av-d vvn, av d vbdr d pp-f pn22, vvz n1 np1 p-acp dt np1, d vbdr dt np1, vvg p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 cst av vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1;
We our selves (saith he) had our conversation in times past, foolish, disobedient, serving divers Lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, haters and hating one another.
We our selves (Says he) had our Conversation in times past, foolish, disobedient, serving diverse Lustiest and pleasures, living in malice and envy, haters and hating one Another.
pns12 po12 n2 (vvz pns31) vhd po12 n1 p-acp n2 j, j, j, vvg j n2 cc n2, vvg p-acp n1 cc n1, n2 cc vvg pi j-jn.
(Deeds of Darknesse all) which sins while men live under them, we need no other evidence that they are under the Dominion of the Prince of the power Darkness;
(deeds of Darkness all) which Sins while men live under them, we need no other evidence that they Are under the Dominion of the Prince of the power Darkness;
First, Because he that deteins them is NONLATINALPHABET a strong man, a Goliah-Gyant. The man that wanders out of the way of Wisdom, shall remain in the Congregation of the Dead;
First, Because he that detains them is a strong man, a Goliah-Gyant. The man that wanders out of the Way of Wisdom, shall remain in the Congregation of the Dead;
In caetu Gigantium, in the house of Gyants (that's the proper signification) and so was Hell called by the Jews before the Captivity (saith a learned Critick) the assembly of Gyants, of those Gyants,
In caetu Gigantium, in the house of Giants (that's the proper signification) and so was Hell called by the jews before the Captivity (Says a learned Critic) the assembly of Giants, of those Giants,
how great soever, is now become the power of Darkness, Triumphing in all the ungodly, drowned in Ignorance, disobedience, and unbeleif, which the Apostle calls Darkness: militant, combating with the godly, For we wrastle not (saith he) with flesh and blood but against principalities and powers,
how great soever, is now become the power of Darkness, Triumphing in all the ungodly, drowned in Ignorance, disobedience, and unbelief, which the Apostle calls Darkness: militant, combating with the godly, For we wrestle not (Says he) with Flesh and blood but against principalities and Powers,
c-crq j av, vbz av vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg p-acp d dt j, vvn p-acp n1, n1, cc n1, r-crq dt n1 vvz n1: j, vvg p-acp dt j, c-acp pns12 vvi xx (vvz pns31) p-acp n1 cc n1 cc-acp p-acp n2 cc n2,
A roaring Lyon who would devour all, But thanks be given to the Lyon of the tribe of Judah, Jesus Christ, who for those few Lambs sake that are of his fold, the Church, hath chained that roaring Lyon the Devil, and none become a prey unto him but such as yeild to his Temptations,
A roaring lion who would devour all, But thanks be given to the lion of the tribe of Judah, jesus christ, who for those few Lambs sake that Are of his fold, the Church, hath chained that roaring lion the devil, and none become a prey unto him but such as yield to his Temptations,
and by their wilful disobedience come within his chain, such he holds fast in the cords of their sins, and they are Captives to this Strong man; Whose miserable captivity is so much the more hard and cruel.
and by their wilful disobedience come within his chain, such he holds fast in the cords of their Sins, and they Are Captives to this Strong man; Whose miserable captivity is so much the more hard and cruel.
cc p-acp po32 j n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, d pns31 vvz av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, cc pns32 vbr n2-jn p-acp d j n1; rg-crq j n1 vbz av av-d dt av-dc j cc j.
First, He himself is a Magazine of temptations, having his Quiver full of poysoned Arrows or Darts (as the Apostle calls them) happily because most consonant to his name NONLATINALPHABET of NONLATINALPHABET a metaphor from casting of Darts.
First, He himself is a Magazine of temptations, having his Quiver full of poisoned Arrows or Darts (as the Apostle calls them) happily Because most consonant to his name of a metaphor from casting of Darts.
A pregnant Example of both which we have in the incestious Corinthian, whom Satan carries on so far in lust as to make him presume to joyn in an incestuous match.
A pregnant Exampl of both which we have in the incestuous Corinthian, whom Satan carries on so Far in lust as to make him presume to join in an incestuous match.
Afterwards (when by the Churches censure he felt the smart and repented of his sin) then Satan wrought upon his sorrow to drive him to Despair, that he might perish under cure.
Afterwards (when by the Churches censure he felt the smart and repented of his since) then Satan wrought upon his sorrow to drive him to Despair, that he might perish under cure.
Which reach of Satan Paul discovering, he writ to the Corinthians to forgive him, and to comfort him lest he should be swallowed up of overmuch sorrow,
Which reach of Satan Paul discovering, he writ to the Corinthians to forgive him, and to Comfort him lest he should be swallowed up of overmuch sorrow,
for we are not ignorant of his NONLATINALPHABET his methods, Depths and Stratagems, especially in making use of these two, either to set men on the pinacle of Presumption, that they may sin without fear,
for we Are not ignorant of his his methods, Depths and Stratagems, especially in making use of these two, either to Set men on the pinnacle of Presumption, that they may sin without Fear,
The Ignorance and Darkness that is in mens minds (especially being yet unconverted) their carnal reasonings, and all that stubbornesse that is in their wills, the faculties of their soul, the Members of their body yeilded up to be weapons and instruments of sin.
The Ignorance and Darkness that is in men's minds (especially being yet unconverted) their carnal reasonings, and all that Stubbornness that is in their wills, the faculties of their soul, the Members of their body yielded up to be weapons and Instruments of since.
dt n1 cc n1 cst vbz p-acp ng2 n2 (av-j vbg av vvn) po32 j n2-vvg, cc d cst n1 cst vbz p-acp po32 n2, dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, dt n2 pp-f po32 n1 vvn a-acp pc-acp vbi n2 cc n2 pp-f n1.
But now there is by nature in debauched Man, many noysome and hurtful lusts, a party of the Devils within him, to open a postern gate, and give him possession of the whole Isle of Man. Otherwise Satan being without, could have no power to enter the Fort, unlesse it were given him from within;
But now there is by nature in debauched Man, many noisome and hurtful Lustiest, a party of the Devils within him, to open a postern gate, and give him possession of the Whole Isle of Man. Otherwise Satan being without, could have no power to enter the Fort, unless it were given him from within;
all which Satan knows very well, and will not spare (when he sees his time) to thunder forth and discharge all his threatnings of the Law against the guilty Offender, to write them in Blood, to pluck him by the Throat, and to say, Pay that thou owest? to awake Conscience, to fly in his face,
all which Satan knows very well, and will not spare (when he sees his time) to thunder forth and discharge all his threatenings of the Law against the guilty Offender, to write them in Blood, to pluck him by the Throat, and to say, Pay that thou owest? to awake Conscience, to fly in his face,
d r-crq np1 vvz av av, cc vmb xx vvi (c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1) pc-acp vvi av cc vvi d po31 n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi, vvb cst pns21 vv2? p-acp j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1,
If we peruse histories of the anguish and cruell bondage, that the worst of slaves have suffered, we find that the commands which their rigid Taskemasters exercised over them, terminated in the body, the bodily service;
If we peruse histories of the anguish and cruel bondage, that the worst of slaves have suffered, we find that the commands which their rigid Taskmasters exercised over them, terminated in the body, the bodily service;
Now this cruel Tyrant is not content with the Out-house the Body, or the smaller Forts the Members of the Body, that's but petty inconsiderable Pillage and spoile: Da mihi animas (saith he) give me the Souls, the Royal Palace, the Heart.
Now this cruel Tyrant is not content with the Outhouse the Body, or the smaller Forts the Members of the Body, that's but Petty inconsiderable Pillage and spoil: Dam mihi animas (Says he) give me the Souls, the Royal Palace, the Heart.
av d j n1 vbz xx j p-acp dt n1 dt n1, cc dt jc n2 dt n2 pp-f dt n1, d p-acp j j n1 cc n1: n1 fw-la fw-la (vvz pns31) vvb pno11 dt n2, dt j n1, dt n1.
the Idol Dagon is set up in the Ark of God, and the abomination of desolation stands there, where by Creation was the holy place: The Heart, designed to be an habitation for Gods spirit is become more impure then the Stable of Augaeus, A cage of unclean Birds.
the Idol Dagon is Set up in the Ark of God, and the abomination of desolation Stands there, where by Creation was the holy place: The Heart, designed to be an habitation for God's Spirit is become more impure then the Stable of Augustus, A cage of unclean Birds.
It was, and it should be a Garden inclosed for Christ, but till Conversion it is an open Field, where Satan sowes his Tares, whence spring evil Thoughts, Adulteries, Fornications, Murthers, Thefts, Covetousnesse, Wickednesse, Deceit, Lasciviousnesse,
It was, and it should be a Garden enclosed for christ, but till Conversion it is an open Field, where Satan sows his Tares, whence spring evil Thoughts, Adulteries, Fornications, Murders, Thefts, Covetousness, Wickedness, Deceit, Lasciviousness,
for from this Palace, the Devil hath influence upon the whole Man. The Understanding is darkned, with mists of errors, and strong delusions; the Will is become Rebel to Jesus Christ, saying, We will not have this man to reigne over us;
for from this Palace, the devil hath influence upon the Whole Man. The Understanding is darkened, with mists of errors, and strong delusions; the Will is become Rebel to jesus christ, saying, We will not have this man to Reign over us;
And, What is the Almighty that we should serve him? The Affections are wedded to Satans loves and hatreds, and the members of the body (like the Centurions Servants) are ready to go and return at his beck, who sits in his Palace, and no man saith, cur ita facis, why dost thou so? for His goods are in peace.
And, What is the Almighty that we should serve him? The Affections Are wedded to Satan loves and hatreds, and the members of the body (like the Centurions Servants) Are ready to go and return At his beck, who sits in his Palace, and no man Says, cur ita facis, why dost thou so? for His goods Are in peace.
The fourth and last, but not the least aggravation, of sinful mans slavery and bondage. When the strong man armed keepeth the House, his goods are in peace.
The fourth and last, but not the least aggravation, of sinful men slavery and bondage. When the strong man armed Keepeth the House, his goods Are in peace.
dt ord cc ord, p-acp xx dt ds n1, pp-f j ng1 n1 cc n1. c-crq dt j n1 vvn vvz dt n1, po31 n2-j vbr p-acp n1.
But in time of Prosperity, he sows Pillows under mens Elbows, and is desirous Conscience should stretch it selfe on a bed of Ivory, and take its ease.
But in time of Prosperity, he Sovus Pillows under men's Elbows, and is desirous Conscience should stretch it self on a Bed of Ivory, and take its ease.
3. From evil managing plenty, unto living voluptuously: It is the rich man in the Gospel that said, Soul take thy ease, thou hast goods laid up for many years.
3. From evil managing plenty, unto living voluptuously: It is the rich man in the Gospel that said, Soul take thy ease, thou hast goods laid up for many Years.
It was Crasus his councel to Cyrus that that if he would hold the Lydians in Slavery, he must let them sing, and play, and drink, and dance and dally, and such pipes Satan wants not, that a dead sleep of carnal security may fall upon his Vessals, and that they may for the present live in peace:
It was Crasus his council to Cyrus that that if he would hold the Lydians in Slavery, he must let them sing, and play, and drink, and dance and dally, and such pipes Satan Wants not, that a dead sleep of carnal security may fallen upon his Vessals, and that they may for the present live in peace:
pn31 vbds np1 po31 n1 p-acp npg1 cst d cs pns31 vmd vvi dt njp2 p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 vvi, cc vvb, cc vvb, cc vvb cc vvb, cc d n2 np1 vvz xx, cst dt j n1 pp-f j n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n2, cc cst pns32 vmb p-acp dt j vvi p-acp n1:
If Pharaoh be at peace with the Israelites, it is a sign they are his Bond-slaves. If the Goaler be at peace with his Prisoner, it is a signe he hath him under Bar and Bolt; and if Satan be at peace with wicked men, and they at peace in their Sins, it is a signe he is possessed of the Palace, (their hearts ) and they are his Vassals; and so my first Proposition is cleared. That all unconverted ones, &c.
If Pharaoh be At peace with the Israelites, it is a Signen they Are his Bondslaves. If the Goalkeeper be At peace with his Prisoner, it is a Signen he hath him under Bar and Bolt; and if Satan be At peace with wicked men, and they At peace in their Sins, it is a Signen he is possessed of the Palace, (their hearts) and they Are his Vassals; and so my First Proposition is cleared. That all unconverted ones, etc.
cs np1 vbi p-acp n1 p-acp dt np2, pn31 vbz dt n1 pns32 vbr po31 n2. cs dt n1 vbb p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pns31 vhz pno31 p-acp vvb cc n1; cc cs np1 vbb p-acp n1 p-acp j n2, cc pns32 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2, pn31 vbz dt n1 pns31 vbz vvn pp-f dt n1, (po32 n2) cc pns32 vbr po31 n2; cc av po11 ord n1 vbz vvn. cst d vvn pi2, av
You walk in darknesse, in disobedience against God (thats the way you are in) and darknesse, outer darknesse will be your portion, thats the end you are hasting to.
You walk in darkness, in disobedience against God (thats the Way you Are in) and darkness, outer darkness will be your portion, thats the end you Are hasting to.
Truly it is no hard matter to answer you, even the Devil, all you have, all you are, is his, he hath the custody of that Royal Fort, the Palace the Heart, thats his house;
Truly it is no hard matter to answer you, even the devil, all you have, all you Are, is his, he hath the custody of that Royal Fort, the Palace the Heart, thats his house;
av-j pn31 vbz dx j n1 pc-acp vvi pn22, av dt n1, d pn22 vhb, d pn22 vbr, vbz png31, pns31 vhz dt n1 pp-f d j n1, dt n1 dt n1, d|vbz po31 n1;
and garnished, ready for him and his guests, even seven Devils more wicked then himself, which push on miserable captives to commit iniquity with greedinesse, for go they needs must whom the Devil drives:
and garnished, ready for him and his guests, even seven Devils more wicked then himself, which push on miserable captives to commit iniquity with greediness, for go they needs must whom the devil drives:
cc vvn, j p-acp pno31 cc po31 n2, av crd n2 av-dc j cs px31, r-crq vvb p-acp j n2-jn pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1, p-acp vvi pns32 av vmb qo-crq dt n1 vvz:
whilst they behold the fatnesse of their neighbours portion, The spirit that dwells in them lusteth after Envy, behold a malicious Devil. Another upon the wings of Ambition, soars to an usurped pinacle of Honour; loe there dwells a proud Devil.
while they behold the fatness of their neighbours portion, The Spirit that dwells in them Lusteth After Envy, behold a malicious devil. another upon the wings of Ambition, soars to an usurped pinnacle of Honour; lo there dwells a proud devil.
as are after his own lusts, not being pleased with that which is true, but allowing that onely to be true which pleaseth him: The Devil hath infected his eare with an itch,
as Are After his own Lustiest, not being pleased with that which is true, but allowing that only to be true which Pleases him: The devil hath infected his ear with an itch,
and set it on fire with the fire of Hell. O that all men living and lying in these and the like sins, would take this to heart, that their precious Soul (for which the world assords not a valuable compensation) is in the possession of Satan:
and Set it on fire with the fire of Hell. Oh that all men living and lying in these and the like Sins, would take this to heart, that their precious Soul (for which the world assords not a valuable compensation) is in the possession of Satan:
cc vvd pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. uh cst d n2 vvg cc vvg p-acp d cc dt j n2, vmd vvi d p-acp n1, cst po32 j n1 (p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz xx dt j n1) vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1:
they are under the shadow and government of that Bramble the Devil, whence nothing can be expected but the fire of Hell to come forth and destroy them.
they Are under the shadow and government of that Bramble the devil, whence nothing can be expected but the fire of Hell to come forth and destroy them.
pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 dt n1, c-crq pix vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi av cc vvi pno32.
The people of Israel finding themselves in evil case under Pharaoh, when they were to gather straw, and the whole tale of Brick also exacted, they cryed for anguish of heart,
The people of Israel finding themselves in evil case under Pharaoh, when they were to gather straw, and the Whole tale of Brick also exacted, they cried for anguish of heart,
Then would the Lord send a greater then Moses to deliver them, even his Son Jesus the Captain of our Salvation, on whom he hath powred his spirit to bring deliverance to Captives,
Then would the Lord send a greater then Moses to deliver them, even his Son jesus the Captain of our Salvation, on whom he hath poured his Spirit to bring deliverance to Captives,
When Jesus Christ is pleased in mercy to visit any such poor Captives, he ejects Satan, pulls down the reign and dominion of Sin, takes possession of their hearts for his own habitation,
When jesus christ is pleased in mercy to visit any such poor Captives, he ejects Satan, pulls down the Reign and dominion of since, Takes possession of their hearts for his own habitation,
c-crq np1 np1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi d d j n2-jn, pns31 vvz np1, vvz a-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vvz n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp po31 d n1,
Messiah the Prince, as Daniel calls him, enters the lists, encounters the Prince of the power of Darknesse, and the enterprize shall go on with successe, the good pleasure of the Lord shall prosper in his hands,
Messiah the Prince, as daniel calls him, enters the lists, encounters the Prince of the power of Darkness, and the enterprise shall go on with success, the good pleasure of the Lord shall prosper in his hands,
Hail King (said they in scorn) but King he is in earnest, The Government is upon his shoulders, having a golden Scepter of Grace, which his people kisse,
Hail King (said they in scorn) but King he is in earnest, The Government is upon his shoulders, having a golden Sceptre of Grace, which his people kiss,
and an Iron rod of strength, wherewith (according to the first Prophesie ) He breaketh the head of that old Dragon the Devil, who is as little able to resist him as a Potters Vessel a rod of Iron:
and an Iron rod of strength, wherewith (according to the First Prophesy) He breaks the head of that old Dragon the devil, who is as little able to resist him as a Potters Vessel a rod of Iron:
Greater is he that is in you, saith Saint John (that is Christ) then he that is in the world [ i ] the Devil. And for this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the Devil.
Greater is he that is in you, Says Saint John (that is christ) then he that is in the world [ i ] the devil. And for this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the devil.
The Son of David, Jesus Christ, Daniels stone, cut forth of the Mountain without hands (born of a Virgin that never knew man) smote that Great Goliah, the Devil, foyled him with his own Weapon, conquered him with his own Sword; By death, overcame him that had the power of death.
The Son of David, jesus christ, Daniel's stone, Cut forth of the Mountain without hands (born of a Virgae that never knew man) smote that Great Goliath, the devil, foiled him with his own Weapon, conquered him with his own Sword; By death, overcame him that had the power of death.
but to them which are called, the power of God, and the wisdome of God: The power of God to conquer the strong man, in the Text Satan, and the wisdome of God to befool that old Serpent, who would not have put it into the heart of Judas to betray him, had he not thought, that when he was nayled to the Crosse, he could neither fight nor fly: but the Devil was mistaken for all his craft.
but to them which Are called, the power of God, and the Wisdom of God: The power of God to conquer the strong man, in the Text Satan, and the Wisdom of God to befool that old Serpent, who would not have put it into the heart of Judas to betray him, had he not Thought, that when he was nailed to the Cross, he could neither fight nor fly: but the devil was mistaken for all his craft.
he received a Trojan horse within his Walls, which forced him to yeeld both Field and Victory; and he by Death seizing upon him that was Innocent, forfeited his power over us that are guilty, so many of us as truly believe in Christ.
he received a Trojan horse within his Walls, which forced him to yield both Field and Victory; and he by Death seizing upon him that was Innocent, forfeited his power over us that Are guilty, so many of us as truly believe in christ.
pns31 vvd dt jp n1 p-acp po31 n2, r-crq vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n1; cc pns31 p-acp n1 vvg p-acp pno31 cst vbds j-jn, vvn po31 n1 p-acp pno12 cst vbr j, av d pp-f pno12 p-acp av-j vvi p-acp np1.
Hell disappointed, Satan confounded, and Christs-poor captived Lambs rescued (as a panting prey) out of the paw of that roaring Lyon, and the grim mouth of that raging Bear.
Hell disappointed, Satan confounded, and Christs-poor captived Lambs rescued (as a panting prey) out of the paw of that roaring lion, and the grim Mouth of that raging Bear.
n1 vvn, np1 vvn, cc j vvn n2 vvn (c-acp dt j-vvg n1) av pp-f dt n1 pp-f d j-vvg n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f d j-vvg n1.
Yet secondly, Satan is deprived of all power, to prevail to the ruine of the Souls of Beleevers, they being built upon a Rock, against which the gates of Hell shall not prevail.
Yet secondly, Satan is deprived of all power, to prevail to the ruin of the Souls of Believers, they being built upon a Rock, against which the gates of Hell shall not prevail.
Thirdly, For their comfort they strive with a conquered enemy, who hath more Gall then strength: so that if we like good Soldiers of Jesus Christ resist, stedfast in the Faith, the victory undoubtedly will be ours.
Thirdly, For their Comfort they strive with a conquered enemy, who hath more Gall then strength: so that if we like good Soldiers of jesus christ resist, steadfast in the Faith, the victory undoubtedly will be ours.
Satan is armed: first (as you have heard) with his own subtill & serpentine temptations, which are so many stings and darts, whereby precious Souls receive many deadly wounds. But as a Serpent fixing his sting upon a Rock, finds no entrance,
Satan is armed: First (as you have herd) with his own subtle & serpentine temptations, which Are so many stings and darts, whereby precious Souls receive many deadly wounds. But as a Serpent fixing his sting upon a Rock, finds no Entrance,
np1 vbz vvn: ord (c-acp pn22 vhb vvn) p-acp po31 d j cc j n2, r-crq vbr av d vvz cc n2, c-crq j n2 vvb d j n2. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 vvg po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, vvz dx n1,
so that old Serpent the Devil, attempting to fasten the sting of his temptations upon the Rock which is Christ, lost his sting there, the power, the venome of it,
so that old Serpent the devil, attempting to fasten the sting of his temptations upon the Rock which is christ, lost his sting there, the power, the venom of it,
and hath made it uncapable of stinging us, having by Faith once taken sanctuary in the clefts of that Rock. Therefore above all, (saith the Apostle) take the shield of Faith, wherewith you shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the Devil.
and hath made it uncapable of stinging us, having by Faith once taken sanctuary in the clefts of that Rock. Therefore above all, (Says the Apostle) take the shield of Faith, wherewith you shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the devil.
yea and Amen in Christ, fetcheth vertue from his blood, (our Antidote) to repell that poyson, and to quench those fiery darts, which otherwise would drink up our spirits.
yea and Amen in christ, Fetches virtue from his blood, (our Antidote) to repel that poison, and to quench those fiery darts, which otherwise would drink up our spirits.
uh cc uh-n p-acp np1, vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1, (po12 n1) pc-acp vvi d vvi, cc pc-acp vvi d j n2, r-crq av vmd vvi a-acp po12 n2.
then let Satans temptations fly like Darts and Arrowes so thick, as they may seem to darken the Sun: we shall fight in the shade, even under the shadow of the wings of the Sun of righteousnesse, we shall be safe under his Feathers, his faithfulnesse and truth shall be our Shield and Buckler.
then let Satan temptations fly like Darts and Arrows so thick, as they may seem to darken the Sun: we shall fight in the shade, even under the shadow of the wings of the Sun of righteousness, we shall be safe under his Feathers, his faithfulness and truth shall be our Shield and Buckler.
av vvd npg1 n2 vvb av-j n2 cc n2 av j, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1: pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp po31 n2, po31 n1 cc n1 vmb vbi po12 n1 cc n1.
True, but Christs conquest is over Sin, as well as Satan; he hath delivered us from the punishment of sin by his death, and from the power of sin by his Grace. Yet all this still upon the condition of the new Covenant, (to wit) a lively Faith in Christ Jesus, manifested by Repentance from dead works,
True, but Christ conquest is over since, as well as Satan; he hath Delivered us from the punishment of since by his death, and from the power of since by his Grace. Yet all this still upon the condition of the new Covenant, (to wit) a lively Faith in christ jesus, manifested by Repentance from dead works,
j, cc-acp npg1 n1 vbz p-acp n1, c-acp av c-acp np1; pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 vvi. av d d av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (p-acp n1) dt j n1 p-acp np1 np1, vvn p-acp n1 p-acp j n2,
This is not a cause meriting Christs victory, but a condition, a qualification necessarily required in all that shall partake of his victory: which if by us performed,
This is not a cause meriting Christ victory, but a condition, a qualification necessarily required in all that shall partake of his victory: which if by us performed,
d vbz xx dt n1 vvg npg1 n1, p-acp dt n1, dt n1 av-j vvd p-acp d cst vmb vvi pp-f po31 n1: r-crq cs p-acp pno12 vvn,
And for those present remainders of sin, he will abate their strength by the power of his grace, convert our Members to be weapons of righteousnesse unto God, and bring us daily to a more intimate communion with himself in knowledge, love and obedience.
And for those present remainders of since, he will abate their strength by the power of his grace, convert our Members to be weapons of righteousness unto God, and bring us daily to a more intimate communion with himself in knowledge, love and Obedience.
as debtors to the whole Law by us violated and broken, and therefore exposed to the wrath of God, which is even a consuming fire. But ever blessed be our Redeemer and surety Jesus Christ, he hath paid the whole debt, the debt of universal and exact obedience, which we did owe to the Law as a Covenant of works, that he hath paid, It behoveth us (saith he of himselfe) to fulfill all righteousnesse: The debt of malediction and wrath, which the Law inflicteth as a curse that he hath paid, being made a curse for us, and having done so much, he hath wrung the evidences out of Satans hands;
as debtors to the Whole Law by us violated and broken, and Therefore exposed to the wrath of God, which is even a consuming fire. But ever blessed be our Redeemer and surety jesus christ, he hath paid the Whole debt, the debt of universal and exact Obedience, which we did owe to the Law as a Covenant of works, that he hath paid, It behooveth us (Says he of himself) to fulfil all righteousness: The debt of malediction and wrath, which the Law inflicteth as a curse that he hath paid, being made a curse for us, and having done so much, he hath wrung the evidences out of Satan hands;
c-acp n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno12 vvn cc vvn, cc av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz av dt vvg n1. p-acp av vvn vbb po12 n1 cc n1 np1 np1, pns31 vhz vvn dt j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f j cc j n1, r-crq pns12 vdd vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cst pns31 vhz vvn, pn31 vvz pno12 (vvz pns31 pp-f px31) pc-acp vvi d n1: dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt vvb cst pns31 vhz vvn, vbg vvn dt n1 p-acp pno12, cc vhg vdn av av-d, pns31 vhz vvn dt n2 av pp-f npg1 n2;
The Law being satisfied, the deluge of Gods wrath is abated and dryed up, and the Father looking on Beleevers through his Son, in the midst of Wrath remembers Mercy.
The Law being satisfied, the deluge of God's wrath is abated and dried up, and the Father looking on Believers through his Son, in the midst of Wrath remembers Mercy.
Is the severe Justice thereof to be satisfied? he hath done it without the impeachment of an iota. Is it a debt? he hath paid the utmost farthing. And to establish the hearts of Beleevers, and penitent sinners in this truth, that they may have strong consolation, it was not without a Mysterie, that the Lord sent an Angel to roule away the Stone from the Sepulchre of Christ, what needs an Angel? he was God as well as Man:
Is the severe justice thereof to be satisfied? he hath done it without the impeachment of an iota. Is it a debt? he hath paid the utmost farthing. And to establish the hearts of Believers, and penitent Sinners in this truth, that they may have strong consolation, it was not without a Mystery, that the Lord sent an Angel to roll away the Stone from the Sepulchre of christ, what needs an Angel? he was God as well as Man:
Let not Satan now boast of his armour, his own policy, our Sins, or the Laws claim: Christ hath taken away all his armour wherein he trusted, and divideth his spoiles.
Let not Satan now boast of his armour, his own policy, our Sins, or the Laws claim: christ hath taken away all his armour wherein he trusted, and divides his spoils.
vvb xx np1 av vvi pp-f po31 n1, po31 d n1, po12 n2, cc dt n2 vvi: np1 vhz vvn av d po31 n1 c-crq pns31 vvd, cc vvz po31 n2.
Whereof we have have a good comment in the 4. Chapter of the Epistle to the Ephesians, and the 8. verse, He hath led Captivity captive, and given gifts unto men.
Whereof we have have a good comment in the 4. Chapter of the Epistle to the Ephesians, and the 8. verse, He hath led Captivity captive, and given Gifts unto men.
He hath led Captivity captive, is either taken actively or passively, actively, he that did lead his people, his Elect captive (to wit) the Devil, him Christ hath led captive,
He hath led Captivity captive, is either taken actively or passively, actively, he that did led his people, his Elect captive (to wit) the devil, him christ hath led captive,
and reserved him in everlasting chaines under Darknesse, unto the Judgement of the great Day, Passively, he hath led Captivity captive [ i ] those that were led captive by Satan, the Lord Jesus hath turned their captivity, and brought them under his Government, to march under his Banner, to fight his Battles, and to receive his pay. Thus then he divides his spoyles, disposeth of Satan as his Prisoner, of Satans Vassals for his own Free-men, so many of them as renounce Satan, and come under him for protection.
and reserved him in everlasting chains under Darkness, unto the Judgement of the great Day, Passively, he hath led Captivity captive [ i ] those that were led captive by Satan, the Lord jesus hath turned their captivity, and brought them under his Government, to march under his Banner, to fight his Battles, and to receive his pay. Thus then he divides his spoils, Disposeth of Satan as his Prisoner, of Satan Vassals for his own Freemen, so many of them as renounce Satan, and come under him for protection.
cc vvd pno31 p-acp j n2 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, av-j, pns31 vhz vvn n1 j-jn [ sy ] d cst vbdr vvn j-jn p-acp np1, dt n1 np1 vhz vvn po32 n1, cc vvd pno32 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vvb p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vvi po31 n2, cc pc-acp vvi po31 vvi. av av pns31 vvz po31 n2, vvz pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp po31 d n2, av d pp-f pno32 p-acp vvi np1, cc vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp n1.
Again, he divideth his spoyles [ i ] he hath given gifts unto men, even to the rebellious, if they will lay down their weapons of Rebellion, take up the gauntlet in his quarrel, and go into the field against Sin and Satan: Look what we have lost by Adams fall, (who was foyled by Satan) and by our own wilfull disobedience, is all restored to us by Christs victory. Particularly, the Image of God, perfect Liberty, the Celestial Paradice, withall the inexhausted treasures of Grace, and Glory conteined in them.
Again, he divides his spoils [ i ] he hath given Gifts unto men, even to the rebellious, if they will lay down their weapons of Rebellion, take up the gauntlet in his quarrel, and go into the field against since and Satan: Look what we have lost by Adams fallen, (who was foiled by Satan) and by our own wilful disobedience, is all restored to us by Christ victory. Particularly, the Image of God, perfect Liberty, the Celestial Paradise, withal the inexhausted treasures of Grace, and Glory contained in them.
Only abuse not your Liberty (saith the Apostle) it is a freedome from sin, but a freedome to service, that having your Heart set at liberty, you may the more cheerfully run the wayes of Gods commandements.
Only abuse not your Liberty (Says the Apostle) it is a freedom from since, but a freedom to service, that having your Heart Set At liberty, you may the more cheerfully run the ways of God's Commandments.
Thirdly, the Celestial Paradise, he hath delivered us out of the Power of Darknesse, and translated us into the Kingdome of his dear Son, a Kingdome of Grace in possession, the Kingdome of God is come upon you,
Thirdly, the Celestial Paradise, he hath Delivered us out of the Power of Darkness, and translated us into the Kingdom of his dear Son, a Kingdom of Grace in possession, the Kingdom of God is come upon you,
and of glory in reversion. These are the rich spoyles our most puissant conquerour divides amongst his Soldiers. I appoint unto you a Kingdome as my Father hath appointed me.
and of glory in reversion. These Are the rich spoils our most puissant conqueror divides among his Soldiers. I appoint unto you a Kingdom as my Father hath appointed me.
because so much hath been interwoven in the former discourse. That which remains is, First, By way of Query. Secondly, Of Counsel. Thirdly; For Courage and Animation.
Because so much hath been interwoven in the former discourse. That which remains is, First, By Way of Query. Secondly, Of Counsel. Thirdly; For Courage and Animation.
c-acp av av-d vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt j n1. d r-crq vvz vbz, ord, p-acp n1 pp-f np1. ord, pp-f n1. ord; c-acp n1 cc n1.
First, you have heard the whole world is engaged, either for Christ or Satan, all fight either under Christs ensigne or the Devils. The important quaery now is, who are you for? unless you return the answer of a good Conscience to this quaery, you lose your soul, which is more worth then the whole world.
First, you have herd the Whole world is engaged, either for christ or Satan, all fight either under Christ ensign or the Devils. The important query now is, who Are you for? unless you return the answer of a good Conscience to this query, you loose your soul, which is more worth then the Whole world.
Blessed be God we are yet in the land of the living, let us make it the business of our whole life, to give a good answer to this weignty quaery, before we go hence, and be no more seen.
Blessed be God we Are yet in the land of the living, let us make it the business of our Whole life, to give a good answer to this weignty query, before we go hence, and be no more seen.
Think of it what answer you will give to God, when Death shall summon you to his awful tribunal: If you have been for Christ behold his arms open to releive you,
Think of it what answer you will give to God, when Death shall summon you to his awful tribunal: If you have been for christ behold his arms open to relieve you,
certain it is, that all one day, shall be subject to Christ, either as Subjects or Rebels: if they that will not kisse the golden Scepter of his grace, held forth in the Word, they shall feel the weight of his Iron rod, which shall break them in pieces like a Potters Vessel,
certain it is, that all one day, shall be Subject to christ, either as Subject's or Rebels: if they that will not kiss the golden Sceptre of his grace, held forth in the Word, they shall feel the weight of his Iron rod, which shall break them in Pieces like a Potters Vessel,
Let us therefore cast down all their weapons of Rebellion and disobedience, lest we be found fighting against Christ, Are you stronger then he that hath overcome this strong man? are you able to meet him with ten thousand sins, who is able to come against you with twenty thousand Plagues and Judgements? who will come one day in flaming fire, taking vengeance on them that know not God,
Let us Therefore cast down all their weapons of Rebellion and disobedience, lest we be found fighting against christ, are you Stronger then he that hath overcome this strong man? Are you able to meet him with ten thousand Sins, who is able to come against you with twenty thousand Plagues and Judgments? who will come one day in flaming fire, taking vengeance on them that know not God,
If you be for Christ then deliver up the Palace to him, let him have the Heart for his Temple, and let it be beautified and furnished as is meet for his entertainment, like the Temple of the triumphant Solomon, with the rod of Aaron, wholsome Discipline in an holy frame of Heart, the two Tables of the Law, the two Testaments written in the heart: the Pot of Manna; the Sacrament of the Lords Supper duely received, and with due preparation;
If you be for christ then deliver up the Palace to him, let him have the Heart for his Temple, and let it be beautified and furnished as is meet for his entertainment, like the Temple of the triumphant Solomon, with the rod of Aaron, wholesome Discipline in an holy frame of Heart, the two Tables of the Law, the two Testaments written in the heart: the Pot of Manna; the Sacrament of the lords Supper duly received, and with due preparation;
and Satan will be busie to re-obtain his Possession: Go keep thy heart (saith Solomon ) with all diligence; and above all thy keepings, keep thy Heart, and let not any bosome sin lodge there with your allowance,
and Satan will be busy to reobtain his Possession: Go keep thy heart (Says Solomon) with all diligence; and above all thy keepings, keep thy Heart, and let not any bosom since lodge there with your allowance,
cc np1 vmb vbi j p-acp j po31 n1: vvb vvi po21 n1 (vvz np1) p-acp d n1; cc p-acp d po21 n2-vvg, vvb po21 n1, cc vvb xx d n1 n1 vvi a-acp p-acp po22 n1,
but though it be as dear unto you as your right Hand, or your right Eye, yet cut it off, and cast it from you, otherwise that sin will hold Intelligence with the Enemy, to let him in again.
but though it be as dear unto you as your right Hand, or your right Eye, yet Cut it off, and cast it from you, otherwise that since will hold Intelligence with the Enemy, to let him in again.
cc-acp cs pn31 vbb p-acp j-jn p-acp pn22 c-acp po22 j-jn n1, cc po22 j-jn n1, av vvb pn31 a-acp, cc vvd pn31 p-acp pn22, av d n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp av.
and never to be at peace with him nor our sins, according to our vow in Baptisme, which was to renounce the Devil and all his works, and to continue Christs faithful Soldiers and Servants to our lives end.
and never to be At peace with him nor our Sins, according to our Voelli in Baptism, which was to renounce the devil and all his works, and to continue Christ faithful Soldiers and Servants to our lives end.
cc av-x pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pno31 ccx po12 n2, vvg p-acp po12 n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vbds pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc d po31 vvz, cc p-acp vvb npg1 j n2 cc n2 p-acp po12 n2 vvi.
When the Children of Israel were entred into the Land of Canaan, God tells them that they were to make Warre with the Cananites, untill they had destroyed them.
When the Children of Israel were entered into the Land of Canaan, God tells them that they were to make War with the Canaanites, until they had destroyed them.
So we that are entred into a covenant of peace with Christ, must be at War with Sin & Satan, even to the utter destruction of every Amalekite. Think you (saith our Saviour to his Disciples) that I am come to send peace? I tell you nay, but debate.
So we that Are entered into a Covenant of peace with christ, must be At War with since & Satan, even to the utter destruction of every Amalekite. Think you (Says our Saviour to his Disciples) that I am come to send peace? I tell you nay, but debate.
av pns12 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp n1 cc np1, av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1. vvb pn22 (vvz po12 n1 p-acp po31 n2) d pns11 vbm vvn pc-acp vvi n1? pns11 vvb pn22 uh, cc-acp n1.
This hath been the sad Catastrophe of the Caesars and Alexanders of the world, they have fled like Eagles to the conquering of Nations, and have been afterwards conquered with their own lusts. Bid we battle to our own corruptions, labour to be conquerours at home, to keep that vast Sea of Passions & Affections within due bounds:
This hath been the sad Catastrophe of the Caesars and Alexanders of the world, they have fled like Eagles to the conquering of nations, and have been afterwards conquered with their own Lustiest. Bid we battle to our own corruptions, labour to be conquerors At home, to keep that vast Sea of Passion & Affections within due bounds:
d vhz vbn dt j n1 pp-f dt npg1 cc npg1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vhb vvn av-j n2 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f n2, cc vhb vbn av vvn p-acp po32 d n2. vvb pns12 n1 p-acp po12 d n2, vvb pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp n1-an, pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 p-acp j-jn n2:
We read in the second of the Kings and the seventh, how the Lord by implanting Phantasies, and frightful apprehensions into the mindes of the Syrians, (then warring against Israel ) thereby discomfitted the whole host,
We read in the second of the Kings and the seventh, how the Lord by implanting Fantasies, and frightful apprehensions into the minds of the Syrians, (then warring against Israel) thereby discomfited the Whole host,
pns12 vvb p-acp dt ord pp-f dt n2 cc dt ord, c-crq dt n1 p-acp n-vvg n2, cc j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt njp2, (av j-vvg p-acp np1) av vvd dt j-jn n1,
Doubtlesse this is a Day too of good Tydings, of the Proclaiming and of the Returning of his Sacred Majesty King Charles the second into his Kingdome, and into his Dominions with peace, safety and honour.
Doubtless this is a Day too of good Tidings, of the Proclaiming and of the Returning of his Sacred Majesty King Charles the second into his Kingdom, and into his Dominions with peace, safety and honour.
av-j d vbz dt n1 av pp-f j n2, pp-f dt vvg cc pp-f dt vvg pp-f po31 j n1 n1 np1 dt ord p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1, n1 cc n1.
A strong man armed not long since kept the Palace, the Royal Palace of the Kings of England, but a stronger then he hath come upon him and overcome him.
A strong man armed not long since kept the Palace, the Royal Palace of the Kings of England, but a Stronger then he hath come upon him and overcome him.
The strong man that lately kept the Palace, what was he? We shall best judge by his works (our Saviours rule) Usurpation, Tyranny, Murther and Rebellion, you know whose works they are,
The strong man that lately kept the Palace, what was he? We shall best judge by his works (our Saviors Rule) Usurpation, Tyranny, Murder and Rebellion, you know whose works they Are,
as ill-favoured a childe as the Devil hath any (unlesse the Lord rich in mercy, gave him repentance) and that you may the better know him by his features or rather deformities,
as ill-favoured a child as the devil hath any (unless the Lord rich in mercy, gave him Repentance) and that you may the better know him by his features or rather deformities,
and armed with the Lions paw, with the Arms, Ammunition, Forts, Castles, and the whole Militia of the three Nations, by him usurped and surreptitiously gained:
and armed with the Lions paw, with the Arms, Ammunition, Forts, Castles, and the Whole Militia of the three nations, by him usurped and surreptitiously gained:
cc vvn p-acp dt n2 vvb, p-acp dt n2, n1, n2, n2, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt crd n2, p-acp pno31 vvd cc av-j vvn:
This great Leviathan esteemed Covenants as straw, Protestations as rotten wood, Engagements, Promises, and Oaths, (the strongest bonds in the world) he would break them as easily as Samson broke the Withs like a thred of Towe when it touched the Fire.
This great Leviathan esteemed Covenants as straw, Protestations as rotten wood, Engagements, Promises, and Oaths, (the Strongest bonds in the world) he would break them as Easily as samson broke the Withs like a thread of Tow when it touched the Fire.
yea weep too like the Crocodile over his murdered prey: full well he knew how to cover all his horrid actings with Religion, Saint-ship, and the Liberty of the good people of the Nation.
yea weep too like the Crocodile over his murdered prey: full well he knew how to cover all his horrid actings with Religion, Saintship, and the Liberty of the good people of the nation.
uh vvb av av-j dt n1 p-acp po31 vvn n1: j av pns31 vvd c-crq pc-acp vvi d po31 j n2 p-acp n1, n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1.
There he played Rex. The Bramble was mounted above the Cedar of Lebanon, Antichrist in his chair (for there are many Antichrists ) exalting himself above all that is called God, his very Horses in the Temple of God.
There he played Rex. The Bramble was mounted above the Cedar of Lebanon, Antichrist in his chair (for there Are many Antichrists) exalting himself above all that is called God, his very Horses in the Temple of God.
Fourthly, All this while his goods are in peace, none durst say, why dost thou so? He prospered for a time in his wickednesse, lived in all jollity without the controulment of any judgement, which indeed is one of Gods heaviest judgements, to suffer prosperity to attend upon evil actions: Yet nothing was more common with him and his Flatterers then to interpret it as a blessing,
Fourthly, All this while his goods Are in peace, none durst say, why dost thou so? He prospered for a time in his wickedness, lived in all jollity without the controlment of any judgement, which indeed is one of God's Heaviest Judgments, to suffer Prosperity to attend upon evil actions: Yet nothing was more Common with him and his Flatterers then to interpret it as a blessing,
ord, d d cs po31 n2-j vbr p-acp n1, pix vvd vvi, q-crq vd2 pns21 av? pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq av vbz pi pp-f npg1 js n2, pc-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n2: av pix vbds av-dc j p-acp pno31 cc po31 n2 av pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1,
Felix scelus virtus vocatur, it is no new thing to stamp the name of vertue upon prosperous impiety; as Dionysius having a fair winde after he had robbed the Temple of Aesculapius stuck not to say, that the Gods love Sacriledge. This conceit reigned with him as long as he reigned, that he was bound to God, not bound by Satan,
Felix scelus virtus vocatur, it is no new thing to stamp the name of virtue upon prosperous impiety; as Dionysius having a fair wind After he had robbed the Temple of Aesculapius stuck not to say, that the God's love Sacrilege. This conceit reigned with him as long as he reigned, that he was bound to God, not bound by Satan,
and Christus Dominus hath sent us Christum Domini, the Lord Christ hath sent us the Lords Christ, the Lords anoynted, our Soveraigne Lord King CHARLES the Second, to reign over us who is stronger then the strong man, personal or collective, for the hand of God hath been apparently with him in the whole series and progresse of our settlement.
and Christus Dominus hath sent us Christ Domini, the Lord christ hath sent us the lords christ, the lords anointed, our Sovereign Lord King CHARLES the Second, to Reign over us who is Stronger then the strong man, personal or collective, for the hand of God hath been apparently with him in the Whole series and progress of our settlement.
Behold therefore a miracle, King Charles returned from his Banishment, arrived upon the coast of England, setled in his Throne, without one drop of Blood shed,
Behold Therefore a miracle, King Charles returned from his Banishment, arrived upon the coast of England, settled in his Throne, without one drop of Blood shed,
Who so seeth not a miracle here, and sends not up thanks to God for it, must be like the man of whom I spake in the opening of the Text, possessed with a Blinde and Dumb Devil.
Who so sees not a miracle Here, and sends not up thanks to God for it, must be like the man of whom I spoke in the opening of the Text, possessed with a Blind and Dumb devil.
r-crq av vvz xx dt n1 av, cc vvz xx p-acp n2 p-acp np1 p-acp pn31, vmb vbi av-j dt n1 pp-f ro-crq pns11 vvd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1.
A favour to his invincible constancy in the Christian Religion, established in the Church of England. In that Religion his Royal Father of glorious memory died, a Martyr, a King amongst Martyrs:
A favour to his invincible constancy in the Christian Religion, established in the Church of England. In that Religion his Royal Father of glorious memory died, a Martyr, a King among Martyrs:
Thus did the Stars of his Vertues shine most clearly in the Dark Night of his Exilement. And for this cause we trust he will be daily stronger in the affections of his Loyal people, and of all the true Sons of our Mother the Church of England.
Thus did the Stars of his Virtues shine most clearly in the Dark Night of his Exilement. And for this cause we trust he will be daily Stronger in the affections of his Loyal people, and of all the true Sons of our Mother the Church of England.
av vdd dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 vvi av-ds av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1. cc p-acp d n1 pns12 vvb pns31 vmb vbi j jc p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 j n1, cc pp-f d dt j n2 pp-f po12 n1 dt n1 pp-f np1.
So doth our Gracious Soveraigne humanely and courteously draw the hearts of his people unto him, without rigor or violence, not roughly drawing them as slaves,
So does our Gracious Sovereign humanely and courteously draw the hearts of his people unto him, without rigor or violence, not roughly drawing them as slaves,
av vdz po12 j j-jn av-j cc av-j vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp n1 cc n1, xx av-j vvg pno32 p-acp n2,
Thirdly, Having overcome his people, he takes away their armour: All those poysonfull weeds of disobedience and contradiction, which through the malice of the Devil,
Thirdly, Having overcome his people, he Takes away their armour: All those poisonful weeds of disobedience and contradiction, which through the malice of the devil,
ord, vhg vvn po31 n1, pns31 vvz av po32 n1: d d n1 n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
and craftinesse of Seducers, were planted in many peoples hearts, do now dye and wither at the approach of this glorious Sun. The people are daily undeceived,
and craftiness of Seducers, were planted in many peoples hearts, do now die and wither At the approach of this glorious Sun. The people Are daily undeceived,
cc n1 pp-f n2, vbdr vvn p-acp d ng1 n2, vdb av vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 dt n1 vbr av-j vvn,
and see plainly, that Liberty and Loyalty dwell together, and that they can partake of no true Freedome, who withdraw their obedience to their lawfull SOVERAIGN. Who,
and see plainly, that Liberty and Loyalty dwell together, and that they can partake of no true Freedom, who withdraw their Obedience to their lawful SOVEREIGN. Who,
cc vvi av-j, cst n1 cc n1 vvb av, cc cst pns32 vmb vvi pp-f dx j n1, r-crq vvb po32 n1 p-acp po32 j n-jn. q-crq,
Fourthly, divideth the spoyles amongst his Subjects, by his most prudent distribution of Justice and Mercy: His Justice restores to him that was spoyled, that which the spoyler spoyled him of.
Fourthly, divides the spoils among his Subject's, by his most prudent distribution of justice and Mercy: His justice restores to him that was spoiled, that which the spoiler spoiled him of.
Blessed be our good God, and blessed be our Eyes, that we See, and our Ears that we Hear, that which many Loyal and right worthy persons (now asleep in their Graves) have desired to see and hear, but have not.
Blessed be our good God, and blessed be our Eyes, that we See, and our Ears that we Hear, that which many Loyal and right worthy Persons (now asleep in their Graves) have desired to see and hear, but have not.
vvn vbb po12 j np1, cc vvn vbb po12 n2, cst pns12 vvb, cc po12 n2 cst pns12 vvb, cst r-crq d j cc j-jn j n2 (av j p-acp po32 n2) vhb vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cc-acp vhb xx.
who so (after this manner, saith the Lord) offereth praise glorifieth me, and to him that ordereth his conversation aright, will I shew the salvation of God.
who so (After this manner, Says the Lord) Offereth praise Glorifieth me, and to him that Ordereth his Conversation aright, will I show the salvation of God.
r-crq av (c-acp d n1, vvz dt n1) vvz n1 vvz pno11, cc p-acp pno31 cst vvz po31 n1 av, vmb pns11 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1.
and should conjure our hearts to abstaine from all tearmes and notes of separation. So should our Kingdome, our Nation, our Hierusalem be as a City that is at unity in it selfe,
and should conjure our hearts to abstain from all terms and notes of separation. So should our Kingdom, our nation, our Jerusalem be as a city that is At unity in it self,
cc vmd vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1. av vmd po12 n1, po12 n1, po12 np1 vbi p-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp n1 p-acp pn31 n1,
