A sermon pressing to, and directing in, that great duty of praising God. Preached to the Parliament at Westminster, Octob: 8. 1656. Being the day of their solemn thanksgiving to God for that late successe given to some part of the fleet of this Common-wealth against the Spanish fleet in its return from the West Indies. / By Joseph Caryl, minister of the Gospel at Magnus near London Bridge.
But because he loved to doe so, for (saith he) I will praise the Lord with my whole heart, that is, I will praise him heartily and most affectionately:
But Because he loved to do so, for (Says he) I will praise the Lord with my Whole heart, that is, I will praise him heartily and most affectionately:
Nor is that all, he would doe it yet more openly, I will praise him in the congregation, I will praise him not onely in the assembly of the upright, or in a meeting of some choice & select ones,
Nor is that all, he would do it yet more openly, I will praise him in the congregation, I will praise him not only in the assembly of the upright, or in a meeting of Some choice & select ones,
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The first sort of grounds, upon which David gave order for a day of Thansgiving, or the experience of what God had done, is set down under four distinct adjuncts, or attributes of his works.
The First sort of grounds, upon which David gave order for a day of Thanksgiving, or the experience of what God had done, is Set down under four distinct adjuncts, or attributes of his works.
and were not all these enough to cal up their hearts to the high, to the highest praises of God? All these make the first ground of Davids order for Thanksgiving.
and were not all these enough to call up their hearts to the high, to the highest praises of God? All these make the First ground of Davids order for Thanksgiving.
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and draw all the particulars of it together in a way of application for our better improvement of the occasion of this great and Holy Solemnity. The point is plainly this:
and draw all the particulars of it together in a Way of application for our better improvement of the occasion of this great and Holy Solemnity. The point is plainly this:
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Thus the Apostle directs ( Heb. 13. 15) By him therefore let us offer the Sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to his name.
Thus the Apostle directs (Hebrew 13. 15) By him Therefore let us offer the Sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to his name.
For as it is our duty to pray continually, to continue in prayer (Col. 4. 2.) yea, to pray without ceasing (1 Thes. 5. 17.) yet there are some speciall seasons for prayer, or peculiar praying times.
For as it is our duty to pray continually, to continue in prayer (Col. 4. 2.) yea, to pray without ceasing (1 Thebes 5. 17.) yet there Are Some special seasons for prayer, or peculiar praying times.
Tis both our duty and our interest to pray though we are not afflicted; but the duty of prayer is most incumbent upon us in affliction. Trouble drives us to God;
This both our duty and our Interest to pray though we Are not afflicted; but the duty of prayer is most incumbent upon us in affliction. Trouble drives us to God;
as when we have fallen into great sin• or when we are under the fear of great calamities ( Isa 22. 12.) And in that day (a day of common danger) did the Lord God o• Hosts call to weeping and mourning,
as when we have fallen into great sin• or when we Are under the Fear of great calamities (Isaiah 22. 12.) And in that day (a day of Common danger) did the Lord God o• Hosts call to weeping and mourning,
more of the power, more of the wisdome, more of the love, more of the mercy and goodnesse of God is stampt and imprest upon them, then upon many other mercies.
more of the power, more of the Wisdom, more of the love, more of the mercy and Goodness of God is stamped and impressed upon them, then upon many other Mercies.
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They that know the Lord and have acquaintance with him, would not have any mercy without asking, they pray for every morsell of bread they eat, they love to see all come in a way of prayer, through the promise.
They that know the Lord and have acquaintance with him, would not have any mercy without asking, they pray for every morsel of bred they eat, they love to see all come in a Way of prayer, through the promise.
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and he hath given me my petition which I asked of him, when a mercy hath been thus gained by prayer, it ought and will be worne and enjoyed with praise and thankfulnesse.
and he hath given me my petition which I asked of him, when a mercy hath been thus gained by prayer, it ought and will be worn and enjoyed with praise and thankfulness.
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Then, if ever, praise waits for God in Zion, (Psal. 76. 3.) when in Zion, that is, in answer to the supplications made in Zion, the Lord break•th the arrows of the bow, the sheild, the sword, and the battel.
Then, if ever, praise waits for God in Zion, (Psalm 76. 3.) when in Zion, that is, in answer to the supplications made in Zion, the Lord break•th the arrows of the bow, the shield, the sword, and the battle.
And although, when through the free grace of God we find our prayers even prevented by our mercies, the heart cannot but be stirred up mightily to the duty of praise,
And although, when through the free grace of God we find our Prayers even prevented by our Mercies, the heart cannot but be stirred up mightily to the duty of praise,
And as we have it in that Psalm laid down in a proposition, so in another Psalm we have it laid down in practice, I will offer to th•e the sacrifice of thanksgiving,
And as we have it in that Psalm laid down in a proposition, so in Another Psalm we have it laid down in practice, I will offer to th•e the sacrifice of thanksgiving,
To hold them in unthankfulnesse hath not onely this danger in it, that God will give us no more mercies, seing we use those he hath given us so hardly and unworthily,
To hold them in unthankfulness hath not only this danger in it, that God will give us no more Mercies, sing we use those he hath given us so hardly and unworthily,
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if when the spirit moves and urgeth to pray, and there are workings of conscience which provoke to prayer (even a naturall conscience may doe it) then to restrain prayer notes a very ill habit of the soul;
if when the Spirit moves and urges to pray, and there Are workings of conscience which provoke to prayer (even a natural conscience may do it) then to restrain prayer notes a very ill habit of the soul;
Therefore the Apostle Paul (2 Tim. 3. 2) gives this as one of the blackest caracters of those perilous times, of which he there prophecyeth, Men shall be lovers of their own selves, &c. unthankefull, unholy, without naturall affection.
Therefore the Apostle Paul (2 Tim. 3. 2) gives this as one of the Blackest characters of those perilous times, of which he there Prophesieth, Men shall be lovers of their own selves, etc. unthankful, unholy, without natural affection.
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O how are the mercies of God swallowed up in unthankfulnesse! yea not onely swallowed up in unthankfulnesse, but murthered in our murmurings and discontents;
O how Are the Mercies of God swallowed up in unthankfulness! yea not only swallowed up in unthankfulness, but murdered in our murmurings and discontents;
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to what a height then is the sinfulnesse of this age like to encrease? seing they who with hold from God the glory of his mercies are in a readinesse to with hold obedience to his commands,
to what a height then is the sinfulness of this age like to increase? sing they who with hold from God the glory of his Mercies Are in a readiness to with hold Obedience to his commands,
How can it be but the unthankfull must needs be unholy, seing unthankfulness is the sum of all unholiness? A heathen could say, Call a man unthankfull,
How can it be but the unthankful must needs be unholy, sing unthankfulness is the sum of all unholiness? A heathen could say, Call a man unthankful,
Let the unthankfull remember, That the inanimate creatures will rise up in judgement against them; for they praise God continually after their manner, or as well as they can.
Let the unthankful Remember, That the inanimate creatures will rise up in judgement against them; for they praise God continually After their manner, or as well as they can.
And are not all men, Kings of the earth, and all people, Princes, and all the Judges of the earth, both young men and maidens, old men and children, more, commanded to praise the Lord? and are not Saints commanded and bound to praise the Lord more then all other men? And are not those Saints that have pray'd for such a mercy,
And Are not all men, Kings of the earth, and all people, Princes, and all the Judges of the earth, both young men and maidens, old men and children, more, commanded to praise the Lord? and Are not Saints commanded and bound to praise the Lord more then all other men? And Are not those Saints that have prayed for such a mercy,
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and who have personally tasted the sweetnesse of such a mercy, and whose interest is much advanced and strengthned by the mercy obtained, have not they more cause to Praise God for it then all other Saints? And is not this the case of many here present,
and who have personally tasted the sweetness of such a mercy, and whose Interest is much advanced and strengthened by the mercy obtained, have not they more cause to Praise God for it then all other Saints? And is not this the case of many Here present,
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If we keep a part of our Praises to our selves, or give part of our Praises to instruments, we deale with God like Ananias and Saphira, who brought their gift indeed,
If we keep a part of our Praises to our selves, or give part of our Praises to Instruments, we deal with God like Ananias and Sapphira, who brought their gift indeed,
but kept part of the price to themselves, whereas it was all dedicated to God; we may quickly run into a paralell sin in this day and duty of thanksgiving,
but kept part of the price to themselves, whereas it was all dedicated to God; we may quickly run into a parallel since in this day and duty of thanksgiving,
give me leave to set the stamp or character of those works of God which are instanced in this text, upon those works of God, which are the occasion and matter of our Praise this day,
give me leave to Set the stamp or character of those works of God which Are instanced in this text, upon those works of God, which Are the occasion and matter of our Praise this day,
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and to shew how all those grounds which that sweet singer of Israel laid as the foundation of his own and his peoples Praises, meet and center in ours.
and to show how all those grounds which that sweet singer of Israel laid as the Foundation of his own and his peoples Praises, meet and centre in ours.
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A great force of the enemy was beaten and broken, a great treasure was taken from the enemy, is not this a great work? The Prophets prediction well may be our report concerning the work of this day,
A great force of the enemy was beaten and broken, a great treasure was taken from the enemy, is not this a great work? The prophets prediction well may be our report Concerning the work of this day,
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and he spake it in the stile of a Navall victory (Isa. 33. 23.) For having said of Sion (v. 21.) there The glorious Lord will be to us a place of broad rivers and streams, wherein shall goe no Gally with oares,
and he spoke it in the style of a Naval victory (Isaiah 33. 23.) For having said of Sion (v. 21.) there The glorious Lord will be to us a place of broad Rivers and streams, wherein shall go no Galley with oars,
neither shall gallant Ship passe thereby (that is, to annoy or hurt us) He presently subjoyns the reason ( v. 22.) For the Lord is our Judge, the Lord is our law giver, the Lord is our King he will save us;
neither shall gallant Ship pass thereby (that is, to annoy or hurt us) He presently subjoins the reason (v. 22.) For the Lord is our Judge, the Lord is our law giver, the Lord is our King he will save us;
This salvation of Sion is the destruction of Babylon (as is shewed in the next verse by an elegant ▪ Apostrophe to the enemy) Thy tacklings are loosed, they could not well strengthen their mast, they could not spread the saile;
This salvation of Sion is the destruction of Babylon (as is showed in the next verse by an elegant ▪ Apostrophe to the enemy) Thy tacklings Are loosed, they could not well strengthen their mast, they could not spread the sail;
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And may we not say, That now the prey of a great spoile is devided? yea may we not say, The lame have taken the prey? Was it not taken by so small a part of the forces sent upon that designe,
And may we not say, That now the prey of a great spoil is divided? yea may we not say, The lame have taken the prey? Was it not taken by so small a part of the forces sent upon that Design,
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as may not improperly be called a lame or weak limb, in comparison of the whole body? and did not the enemy look upon our six Frigats which engaged them,
as may not improperly be called a lame or weak limb, in comparison of the Whole body? and did not the enemy look upon our six Frigates which engaged them,
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and the spirits of others higher in scorn at this undertaking? And as this work was great both in the substance and concomitant circumstances of it: so
and the spirits of Others higher in scorn At this undertaking? And as this work was great both in the substance and concomitant Circumstances of it: so
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Who knows what effects this work may have, or how far it may reach? this may prove a long handed mercy. The Apostle James speaks admiringly, Behold how great a matter a little fire kindleth!
Who knows what effects this work may have, or how Far it may reach? this may prove a long handed mercy. The Apostle James speaks admiringly, Behold how great a matter a little fire kindleth!
the fire is not much at present but it may do much, so much that possibly we and others may have cause to admire the greatnesse of that matter which shall be kindled with this little fire;
the fire is not much At present but it may do much, so much that possibly we and Others may have cause to admire the greatness of that matter which shall be kindled with this little fire;
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The second attribute of the work of the Lord is laid down in the third verse, His work is honourable and glorious, or (as the Originall text hath it) His work is honour and glory.
The second attribute of the work of the Lord is laid down in the third verse, His work is honourable and glorious, or (as the Original text hath it) His work is honour and glory.
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We should be thankfull for favour, but our thanks should exceed for honour. The work of God before us is honourable and glorious, tis honour and glory. 1. To God himselfe;
We should be thankful for favour, but our thanks should exceed for honour. The work of God before us is honourable and glorious, this honour and glory. 1. To God himself;
He hath (in the eye of his people) made himselfe a glorious name, as the Prophet saith, he did of old by the conduct of his people Israel through the wildernesse ( Isa. 63. 14.)
He hath (in the eye of his people) made himself a glorious name, as the Prophet Says, he did of old by the conduct of his people Israel through the Wilderness (Isaiah 63. 14.)
Thirdly, The text saith, His works are wonderfull. This attribute also is very applicable, and but due to the present work of God, which is not onely a mercy,
Thirdly, The text Says, His works Are wonderful. This attribute also is very applicable, and but due to the present work of God, which is not only a mercy,
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2. This work had somewhat of a wonder in it, because done by a small appearance of humane power, because done (as was toucht before) by the lame or by little strength.
2. This work had somewhat of a wonder in it, Because done by a small appearance of humane power, Because done (as was touched before) by the lame or by little strength.
That which is done without the concurrence of any visible means, is a miracle; And that which is done with the concurrence of little visible means, is a marveile.
That which is done without the concurrence of any visible means, is a miracle; And that which is done with the concurrence of little visible means, is a Marvel.
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It was not surely any plot of man, but a plot of providence it seems to be, That the greatest part of our force was in that nick of time with-drawn upon necessary occasions far off.
It was not surely any plot of man, but a plot of providence it seems to be, That the greatest part of our force was in that neck of time withdrawn upon necessary occasions Far off.
when they have most of an arme of flesh with them) yet then the conviction comes most clearly upon us, that God is much in any work when we see little of man in it.
when they have most of an arm of Flesh with them) yet then the conviction comes most clearly upon us, that God is much in any work when we see little of man in it.
And that was the reason why the Lord took off all Gideons Army, except three hundred, in his undertaking against the Midianites: when Gideon had gathered a gallant army of thirty thousand, the Lord said unto him ( Judg. 7. 2.) The people that are with thee are too many for me to give the Midianites into their hands,
And that was the reason why the Lord took off all Gideons Army, except three hundred, in his undertaking against the midianites: when gideon had gathered a gallant army of thirty thousand, the Lord said unto him (Judges 7. 2.) The people that Are with thee Are too many for me to give the midianites into their hands,
for his goodnesse, and for his wonderfull works, which he doth for the children of men, especially for that which he hath lately done for us upon the great waters, there many saw the works of the Lord,
for his Goodness, and for his wonderful works, which he does for the children of men, especially for that which he hath lately done for us upon the great waters, there many saw the works of the Lord,
there is not onely credit in it but there is meat in it, yea (as we speak proverbially of such things as are very comfortable and beneficiall) There is meat drink and cloath in it.
there is not only credit in it but there is meat in it, yea (as we speak proverbially of such things as Are very comfortable and beneficial) There is meat drink and cloth in it.
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The Originall word which we translate meat, is extreamly sutable to the present occasion; for it doth not signifie our usuall food, such as is gotten by ordinary labour,
The Original word which we translate meat, is extremely suitable to the present occasion; for it does not signify our usual food, such as is got by ordinary labour,
So the word is used in the Prophesie of dying Jacob, concerning the Tribe of Judah (Gen. 49. 9.) Judah is a Lyons whelp, from the prey my son thou art gone up;
So the word is used in the Prophesy of dying Jacob, Concerning the Tribe of Judah (Gen. 49. 9.) Judah is a Lyons whelp, from the prey my son thou art gone up;
Judah was the Kingly Tribe, who as he had the power of making war, so he was under this promise, that he should be victorious in his wars, and returne laden with the spoyles of the enemy.
Judah was the Kingly Tribe, who as he had the power of making war, so he was under this promise, that he should be victorious in his wars, and return laden with the spoils of the enemy.
if they be in our hearts and lives too, we shall not need to fear (though we cannot be too much caution'd about it) that (as it befell the Israelites who fell a lusting in the wildernesse) the wrath of God should fall upon us, and slay the fattest of us,
if they be in our hearts and lives too, we shall not need to Fear (though we cannot be too much cautioned about it) that (as it befell the Israelites who fell a lusting in the Wilderness) the wrath of God should fallen upon us, and slay the Fattest of us,
and smite downe the chosen men of our Israel (Psal. 78. 30, 31.) Indeed if we have either asked this meat for our lusts, or having gotten it bestow it upon our lusts, we may expect a severer vengeance then theirs.
and smite down the chosen men of our Israel (Psalm 78. 30, 31.) Indeed if we have either asked this meat for our Lustiest, or having got it bestow it upon our Lustiest, we may expect a severer vengeance then theirs.
Thus, I have touched upon, and made a briefe application of the first ground of praising God, laid down in this context, by a paralell of the works of the Lord,
Thus, I have touched upon, and made a brief application of the First ground of praising God, laid down in this context, by a parallel of the works of the Lord,
The second generall Ground why David ordered a day of praise, was that assurance and holy confidence which he had of what God was and would further be unto them and doe for them.
The second general Ground why David ordered a day of praise, was that assurance and holy confidence which he had of what God was and would further be unto them and do for them.
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And in all our outward enjoyments we should be drawn off from the mercies of God to the God of our mercies, from all the works of God, to God who hath wrought them;
And in all our outward enjoyments we should be drawn off from the Mercies of God to the God of our Mercies, from all the works of God, to God who hath wrought them;
and singing the song of Moses the servant of God, and the song of the Lamb, saying, Creat and marvellous are thy works O Lord God almighty, just and true are thy wayes thou King of saints.
and singing the song of Moses the servant of God, and the song of the Lamb, saying, Create and marvellous Are thy works Oh Lord God almighty, just and true Are thy ways thou King of Saints.
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He is the Am•n (giving being and accomplishment to his own word) The faithfull and true witnesse (Rev. 3. 14.) bearing his testimony to what he hath said, by that which he doth, so declaring his own righteousnesse.
He is the Am•n (giving being and accomplishment to his own word) The faithful and true witness (Rev. 3. 14.) bearing his testimony to what he hath said, by that which he does, so declaring his own righteousness.
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And may not we now turne Davids Prophesie ( Psal. 65. 5.) By terrible things in righteousness thou wilt answer us O God, (may we not I say turne that Prophecy) into a history and say, By terrible things in righteousnesse thou hast answered us O God of our salvation, who art the confidence of all the ends of the earth,
And may not we now turn Davids Prophesy (Psalm 65. 5.) By terrible things in righteousness thou wilt answer us O God, (may we not I say turn that Prophecy) into a history and say, By terrible things in righteousness thou hast answered us O God of our salvation, who art the confidence of all the ends of the earth,
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and declared himselfe against those who would not repaire our wrongs? Thus did the same Holy David (Psal. 9. 2, 3, 4.) I will be glad and rejoyce in thee, I will sing praise to thy name, O thou most high;
and declared himself against those who would not repair our wrongs? Thus did the same Holy David (Psalm 9. 2, 3, 4.) I will be glad and rejoice in thee, I will sing praise to thy name, Oh thou most high;
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when mine enemies are turned back they shall fall and perish at thy presence, for thou hast maintained my right and my cause, thou sittest in the Throne judging right.
when mine enemies Are turned back they shall fallen and perish At thy presence, for thou hast maintained my right and my cause, thou Sittest in the Throne judging right.
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For as he is the Father of Lights, so also the judge of rights, with whom there is no variablenesse nor shadow of turning, His righteousnesse endureth for ever, Praise ye the Lord.
For as he is the Father of Lights, so also the judge of rights, with whom there is no variableness nor shadow of turning, His righteousness Endureth for ever, Praise you the Lord.
The second part of this second ground of praise, is the graciousnesse of God, The Lord is gracious and full of compassion (v. 4.) That proper name, John, derived from the Hebrew word here translated gracious, was given in speciall by the Angells appointment to the Baptist ( Luke 1. 13.) either because he was sent to preach the grace of God in Christ, shortly after to be exhibited in the flesh;
The second part of this second ground of praise, is the graciousness of God, The Lord is gracious and full of compassion (v. 4.) That proper name, John, derived from the Hebrew word Here translated gracious, was given in special by the Angels appointment to the Baptist (Lycia 1. 13.) either Because he was sent to preach the grace of God in christ, shortly After to be exhibited in the Flesh;
yea, he saveth them graciously, not onely without their deservings, but though they are very ill deserving. Thus he proclaimes and entitles himselfe ( Exod. 34. 6.) The Lord, The Lord, mercifull and gracious, long suffering,
yea, he Saveth them graciously, not only without their deservings, but though they Are very ill deserving. Thus he proclaims and entitles himself (Exod 34. 6.) The Lord, The Lord, merciful and gracious, long suffering,
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Here are a multitude of royall titles reckoned up in this proclamation, yet the sum and substance of all may be collected and resolved into this one, The Lord is gracious. Surely,
Here Are a multitude of royal titles reckoned up in this proclamation, yet the sum and substance of all may be collected and resolved into this one, The Lord is gracious. Surely,
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Thus David complains to God of his enemies ( Psal. 35. 7.) Without cause have they hid for me their net in a p•t, which without cause they have digged for my soule.
Thus David complains to God of his enemies (Psalm 35. 7.) Without cause have they hid for me their net in a p•t, which without cause they have dug for my soul.
yea though they have provoked him (as the Prophet speaks, Amos 5. 12.) by their mighty sins, to sell them for nought (Psal. 44. 12.) and to deliver them up into the hand of their enemies, that they might satisfie their lust upon them.
yea though they have provoked him (as the Prophet speaks, Amos 5. 12.) by their mighty Sins, to fell them for nought (Psalm 44. 12.) and to deliver them up into the hand of their enemies, that they might satisfy their lust upon them.
This I find specially taken notice of in the Order published for this day of thanksgiving, in thesewords, The eminency of this mercy of God in weakning the common enemy of Religion,
This I find specially taken notice of in the Order published for this day of thanksgiving, in thesewords, The eminency of this mercy of God in weakening the Common enemy of Religion,
and in encouraging and strengthning the hands of his servants in a vigorous prosecution of this engagement, is much heightned by the freenesse of it, being extended to us a froward unbelieving and unthankefull people, who had just cause rather to expect from the Lord a renewing of his stroaks,
and in encouraging and strengthening the hands of his Servants in a vigorous prosecution of this engagement, is much heightened by the freeness of it, being extended to us a froward unbelieving and unthankful people, who had just cause rather to expect from the Lord a renewing of his Strokes,
and to be still kept under his rebukes, then that he should returne to us in loving kindnesse and tender mercy as he hath done in this late dispensation.
and to be still kept under his rebukes, then that he should return to us in loving kindness and tender mercy as he hath done in this late Dispensation.
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And if the Lord shall make that Great mountaine, the greatest mountaine of any state in the Christian world, with which his people in these Nations are now contending by war, to become a plaine before our Zerubbabel and before his helpers and assistants, all the lines of our duty in praising him must center in this shout or cry, grace, grace: And let it be the shout and cry of this day, The Lord is gracious, The Lord is gracious, in what he hath done.
And if the Lord shall make that Great mountain, the greatest mountain of any state in the Christian world, with which his people in these nations Are now contending by war, to become a plain before our Zerubbabel and before his helpers and assistants, all the lines of our duty in praising him must centre in this shout or cry, grace, grace: And let it be the shout and cry of this day, The Lord is gracious, The Lord is gracious, in what he hath done.
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or imminent danger, (1 Kings 3. 26.) when the true mother saw her child ready to be divided (according to the award given by Solomon) Her bowells (saith the text) yerned upon her son. Compassion is an affection which besides love takes griefe into the composition of it:
or imminent danger, (1 Kings 3. 26.) when the true mother saw her child ready to be divided (according to the award given by Solomon) Her bowels (Says the text) yearned upon her son. Compassion is an affection which beside love Takes grief into the composition of it:
Thus when the Lord seeth the Powers and Princes of this world ready to divide and devour his children who are dear to him as the apple of his eye, his bowells are stirred and his compassions are kindled together.
Thus when the Lord sees the Powers and Princes of this world ready to divide and devour his children who Are dear to him as the apple of his eye, his bowels Are stirred and his compassions Are kindled together.
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and I know their sorrows as to this undertaking, and I have helped them in pure compassion? The Lord seems to say, I have surely seen the anguish of some of their soules lest this buisnesse should miscarry, I have seen how they have beene burthened as with the difficulty so with the costlines of this worke,
and I know their sorrows as to this undertaking, and I have helped them in pure compassion? The Lord seems to say, I have surely seen the anguish of Some of their Souls lest this business should miscarry, I have seen how they have been burdened as with the difficulty so with the costliness of this work,
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even saying as they of old, what? will they build in a day? conquer nations in a day? swallow up the world at once? yea the Lord seems to say, I have surely seen, I have heard what strange constructions and interpretations have been made of former disappointments and delayes of success in this engagement;
even saying as they of old, what? will they built in a day? conquer Nations in a day? swallow up the world At once? yea the Lord seems to say, I have surely seen, I have herd what strange constructions and interpretations have been made of former disappointments and delays of success in this engagement;
The third particular in the text, for which we are to praise the Lord, is his faithfulnesse, of which David speaks in the close of the fifth verse, He will ever be mindfull of his Covenant.
The third particular in the text, for which we Are to praise the Lord, is his faithfulness, of which David speaks in the close of the fifth verse, He will ever be mindful of his Covenant.
The Lord himselfe is righteous, he is gracious and full of compassion in all that he hath done for us, he is mindfull and will ever be mindfull of his Covenant to doe it more and more for us, as the matter shall require.
The Lord himself is righteous, he is gracious and full of compassion in all that he hath done for us, he is mindful and will ever be mindful of his Covenant to do it more and more for us, as the matter shall require.
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And as the Lord would have us to understand what it is to praise him, (some pretend praise to God, who know not what it is to praise him) so the Lord would have us understand what that is, for which we praise him;
And as the Lord would have us to understand what it is to praise him, (Some pretend praise to God, who know not what it is to praise him) so the Lord would have us understand what that is, for which we praise him;
yet how few have studied to find out the perfections of it? David describes the persons who do so, They are (saith he) sought out of all them that have pleasure therein.
yet how few have studied to find out the perfections of it? David describes the Persons who do so, They Are (Says he) sought out of all them that have pleasure therein.
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Then, all they that are troubled at them, who look sowre upon them or envy them, who think a losse would serve their turns and ends better then this great gaine,
Then, all they that Are troubled At them, who look sour upon them or envy them, who think a loss would serve their turns and ends better then this great gain,
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and to whom (as the Prophet speaks in another case Isa: 28. 19) It is a vexation only to understand the report, that is, to understand that such a thing is reported.
and to whom (as the Prophet speaks in Another case Isaiah: 28. 19) It is a vexation only to understand the report, that is, to understand that such a thing is reported.
2. The pleasure which we should take in the works of God, ought to arise from those more eminent evidences of the power and goodnesse or any other manifestations of God in them.
2. The pleasure which we should take in the works of God, ought to arise from those more eminent evidences of the power and Goodness or any other manifestations of God in them.
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Now, They that can take pleasure in this speciall work of providence before us, as it looks toward the fulfilling a Prophecy, the powring out of the viall upon the Babylonish power (which shall certainly be fulfilled in its season,
Now, They that can take pleasure in this special work of providence before us, as it looks towards the fulfilling a Prophecy, the Pouring out of the vial upon the Babylonish power (which shall Certainly be fulfilled in its season,
as it is a fulfilling of Prophecies, and a clear demonstration of the power, wisdome, truth and faithfulnesse of God in both, have pleasure in it, these) will search it out,
as it is a fulfilling of Prophecies, and a clear demonstration of the power, Wisdom, truth and faithfulness of God in both, have pleasure in it, these) will search it out,
The second direction which the text holds out to our practice in this duty of Praise, is, To Praise him cordially, that we have expresly in the first verse, I will praise the Lord with my whole heart.
The second direction which the text holds out to our practice in this duty of Praise, is, To Praise him cordially, that we have expressly in the First verse, I will praise the Lord with my Whole heart.
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They who have two hearts or are double hearted in any duty, and they who have no heart or but halfe a heart in it, are an alike abomination to the Lord.
They who have two hearts or Are double hearted in any duty, and they who have no heart or but half a heart in it, Are an alike abomination to the Lord.
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The secret of the Lord is with them that fear him, (Psal. 25. 14.) and he will shew them his Covenant, or (as the Margin hath it) and his Covenant to make them know it.
The secret of the Lord is with them that Fear him, (Psalm 25. 14.) and he will show them his Covenant, or (as the Margin hath it) and his Covenant to make them know it.
He would praise God in the assembly of his Counsellours: where buisinesses are debated and beaten out, There Successes are especially to be acknowledged.
He would praise God in the assembly of his Counsellors: where buisinesses Are debated and beaten out, There Successes Are especially to be acknowledged.
Which in opposition to the former is as if he had said, I will praise the Lord before all comers, let all the world come they shall be witnesses of his praise, I will praise him barefaced and bold-faced, I care not who hears or who knows it, I •t it be told in Gath and published in the streets of Askelon.
Which in opposition to the former is as if he had said, I will praise the Lord before all comers, let all the world come they shall be Witnesses of his praise, I will praise him barefaced and boldfaced, I care not who hears or who knows it, I •t it be told in Gaza and published in the streets of Ashkelon.
and let it be told to them (if any will) being absent, even in Rome and Spaine, that we this day have given thanks to God for giving us this Sea Victory and those Indian spoyles.
and let it be told to them (if any will) being absent, even in Room and Spain, that we this day have given thanks to God for giving us this Sea Victory and those Indian spoils.
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For a little beyond the text at the 10 verse, thus David concludes, The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdome, a good understanding have all that doe his commandements, his praise endureth for ever.
For a little beyond the text At the 10 verse, thus David concludes, The Fear of the Lord is the beginning of Wisdom, a good understanding have all that do his Commandments, his praise Endureth for ever.
Moses put this ingredient into his Song of triumph for the overthrow of Pharoah and his Hoast in the red Sea, Who is like unto thee O Lord among the Gods? who is like unto thee, glorious in holin•ss, fearfull in praises, (Exod. 15. 11.) Therefore Praise him with fear; what fear? with fear,
Moses put this ingredient into his Song of triumph for the overthrow of Pharaoh and his Host in the read Sea, Who is like unto thee Oh Lord among the God's? who is like unto thee, glorious in holin•ss, fearful in praises, (Exod 15. 11.) Therefore Praise him with Fear; what Fear? with Fear,
Who can utter the mighty acts of the Lord, who can shew forth all his praise? (Psal. 106. 2.) Had we (as the Apostle speaks in another case, • Cor. 13. 1.) the tongues of men and Angells,
Who can utter the mighty acts of the Lord, who can show forth all his praise? (Psalm 106. 2.) Had we (as the Apostle speaks in Another case, • Cor. 13. 1.) the tongues of men and Angels,
yea destroy us (as he told his ancient people by the mouth of Joshuah their leader and chiefe Magistrate ( Josh. 24. 20.) Therefore let this holy fear be strong and stirring upon your hearts,
yea destroy us (as he told his ancient people by the Mouth of Joshua their leader and chief Magistrate (Josh. 24. 20.) Therefore let this holy Fear be strong and stirring upon your hearts,
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As the correcting rod, so the supporting staffe of God hath a voyce in it; They are wise indeed, who hearing understand that voyce, and, understanding it, do thereafter.
As the correcting rod, so the supporting staff of God hath a voice in it; They Are wise indeed, who hearing understand that voice, and, understanding it, do thereafter.
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as Israel was promised in reference to those about them ( Ezek. 28. 24) There's much also to be done for the promoting of truth and holinesse, which (in consort with justice and righteousnesse) are at once the beauty and stability, the honour and the safety of Nations:
as Israel was promised in Referente to those about them (Ezekiel 28. 24) There's much also to be done for the promoting of truth and holiness, which (in consort with Justice and righteousness) Are At once the beauty and stability, the honour and the safety of nations:
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Let both evill deeds and damnable doctrines be witnessed against, let no errour find encouragement, let no faith-devouring and consciencewasting errour appear with open face in our borders, without a rebuke from Magistraticall power.
Let both evil Deeds and damnable doctrines be witnessed against, let no error find encouragement, let no faith-devouring and consciencewasting error appear with open face in our borders, without a rebuke from Magistratical power.
God hath been tender of the honour of the Nation abroad, let not the honour of God suffer or be ecclipsed at home, through any defect in the exercise of that great power wherewith you are entrusted.
God hath been tender of the honour of the nation abroad, let not the honour of God suffer or be eclipsed At home, through any defect in the exercise of that great power wherewith you Are Entrusted.
That fear of the Lord with which I have been pressing you to Praise the Lord, will surely guide you in all your counsels to the doing and accomplishing of all these things.
That Fear of the Lord with which I have been pressing you to Praise the Lord, will surely guide you in all your Counsels to the doing and accomplishing of all these things.
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and therefore, surely, the sum of all the wisdome of man, ( Eccles. 12. 13.) Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter, Fear God and keep his commandements,
and Therefore, surely, the sum of all the Wisdom of man, (Eccles. 12. 13.) Let us hear the conclusion of the Whole matter, fear God and keep his Commandments,
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As if that Preacher-royall had said, You have heard me long, and I have spoken many words, I will now ease your labour in hearing and mine in speaking,
As if that Preacher-royall had said, You have herd me long, and I have spoken many words, I will now ease your labour in hearing and mine in speaking,
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And hence (to return to my text) David had no sooner said, The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, a good understanding have all they they that doe his commandements, but presently he concludes, His praise endureth for ever.
And hence (to return to my text) David had no sooner said, The Fear of the Lord is the beginning of Wisdom, a good understanding have all they they that do his Commandments, but presently he concludes, His praise Endureth for ever.
First to God, whose Praises David had been inditing and singing all the Psalm over, His praise (eminently) endureth for ever. Secondly to that man who praiseth God kowingly and with his whole heart, who praiseth God boldly and with holy fear, this man hath a good understanding,
First to God, whose Praises David had been inditing and singing all the Psalm over, His praise (eminently) Endureth for ever. Secondly to that man who Praiseth God kowingly and with his Whole heart, who Praiseth God boldly and with holy Fear, this man hath a good understanding,
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If you shall approve your selves to God, and to his people, to have kept it according to the counsell and example of his Kingly Prophet, there will be more then a day of praise for you, your Praise will endure for ever;
If you shall approve your selves to God, and to his people, to have kept it according to the counsel and Exampl of his Kingly Prophet, there will be more then a day of praise for you, your Praise will endure for ever;
And consider how sad your account will be, if you who have, now, kept a day of Praise should give the Nation any just and r•all occasion to dispraise and speak evill of you hereafter;
And Consider how sad your account will be, if you who have, now, kept a day of Praise should give the nation any just and r•all occasion to dispraise and speak evil of you hereafter;
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While your hand is upon the helm of government, let your eye be to heaven for guidance both as to the way and issue of your counsells, that you may have praise in the gate, praise in the City,
While your hand is upon the helm of government, let your eye be to heaven for guidance both as to the Way and issue of your Counsels, that you may have praise in the gate, praise in the city,
or that if you miss praise at present from men, you may have that praise of God at last which will indeed endure for ever, Well done good and faithfull servants. FINIS.
or that if you miss praise At present from men, you may have that praise of God At last which will indeed endure for ever, Well done good and faithful Servants. FINIS.
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