A sermon preached to the Honorable citizens of London, September 29. 1659. being the day of the election of their Lord Major. Wherein is distinctly shewed, I. The usefulness of a powerful ministry to the civil governor. II. Integrity when in conflict is most amiable and in its highest glory. III. What virtues are desireable in a good magistrate. By Philip Nye a servant of Jesus Christ in his gospel.
A SERMON Preached to the Right Honorable the Citizens of the City of London upon the twenty ninth of September, 1659. being the day of the Election of their Lord Major. The TEXT. Nehemiah, 6.11.
A SERMON Preached to the Right Honourable the Citizens of the city of London upon the twenty ninth of September, 1659. being the day of the Election of their Lord Major. The TEXT. Nehemiah, 6.11.
JErusalem that famous City, had Nehemiah their chief Governor, set over them by that Higher power, under which for their sins they then were in bondage.
Jerusalem that famous city, had Nehemiah their chief Governor, Set over them by that Higher power, under which for their Sins they then were in bondage.
Artaxerxes appointed this Nehemiah to that trust, and its more then probable Considering their then distracted Condition, they would not have chosen so wel for themselves,
Artaxerxes appointed this Nehemiah to that trust, and its more then probable Considering their then distracted Condition, they would not have chosen so well for themselves,
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If your just rights should be taken out of your hands, yet they wil be found in Gods hand for you, who many times by a less pleasing way doth better for us then we would do for our selves
If your just rights should be taken out of your hands, yet they will be found in God's hand for you, who many times by a less pleasing Way does better for us then we would do for our selves
The Stratagems and Devices of Tobias & Sanballat with the great Wisdom and courage of Nehemiah in wrestling through and escaping them is the sum of this whol Chapter.
The Stratagems and Devices of Tobias & Sanballat with the great Wisdom and courage of Nehemiah in wrestling through and escaping them is the sum of this Whole Chapter.
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Their first assault begins with ver. 1. which was subtile and importunate enough but defeated; and is storied in the nine first verses yet ver. 10. they are on again,
Their First assault begins with ver. 1. which was subtle and importunate enough but defeated; and is storied in the nine First Verses yet for. 10. they Are on again,
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and with greater craft in their design, but to as little purpose though the Temple was the snare, and a Prophet the Driver, yet all miscarries, this Holy man will not go into the Temple.
and with greater craft in their Design, but to as little purpose though the Temple was the snare, and a Prophet the Driver, yet all miscarries, this Holy man will not go into the Temple.
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First, That a Good man, though he prevail in a conflict, yet may be left under such feebleness in his mind, and discouragement in his work as will need a recruit from above;
First, That a Good man, though he prevail in a conflict, yet may be left under such feebleness in his mind, and discouragement in his work as will need a recruit from above;
An Apostat Clergy-man ( Nehemiah 's affection to that tribe being generally known) is hired by Sanballat and Tobias verse 12. To ffaine Nehemiah into an eminent & suddain danger & such as there is but one way in the world to escape it, This way mean and ignoble and not at all sutable to a man of Honor.
an Apostate Clergyman (Nehemiah is affection to that tribe being generally known) is hired by Sanballat and Tobias verse 12. To ffaine Nehemiah into an eminent & sudden danger & such as there is but one Way in the world to escape it, This Way mean and ignoble and not At all suitable to a man of Honour.
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But that be may the more easily swallow all, Shemaiah must act the Prophet and tel his story both in respect of the danger and means of deliverance as from the Lord.
But that be may the more Easily swallow all, Shemaiah must act the Prophet and tell his story both in respect of the danger and means of deliverance as from the Lord.
Suddain danger may gaster a man of courage and so far discompose his mind, as any means of security if at hand will have easie entertainment, especially if it be the relation or instruction of a Prophet.
Sudden danger may gaster a man of courage and so Far discompose his mind, as any means of security if At hand will have easy entertainment, especially if it be the Relation or instruction of a Prophet.
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So that these Impostors thought themselves sure now they had got a Prophet to act a part in the cheat, Nehemiah (they knew) would be taken with a Prophet,
So that these Impostors Thought themselves sure now they had god a Prophet to act a part in the cheat, Nehemiah (they knew) would be taken with a Prophet,
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The Magistrate is NONLATINALPHABET The Minister of God, Rom. 13.4. the other is NONLATINALPHABET a Ruler over us in the Lord 1 Thes. 5.12. their imployment is about the same persons, to suppress the evil and encourage the good;
The Magistrate is The Minister of God, Rom. 13.4. the other is a Ruler over us in the Lord 1 Thebes 5.12. their employment is about the same Persons, to suppress the evil and encourage the good;
Magistrates are Commanded to read and meditate on the Law of God and learn thence his fear, Josh. 1.8. For a man that is in honor and understandeth not, is like the beast that perisheth, Psal. 49.20.
Magistrates Are Commanded to read and meditate on the Law of God and Learn thence his Fear, Josh. 1.8. For a man that is in honour and understands not, is like the beast that Perishes, Psalm 49.20.
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And Ministers to instruct them to interpret and apply this Law to the Magistrate and his People upon all occasions, In any great undertakings the Lord stirs up their spirits together, the spirit of Zerubbabel Governor and the spirit of Joshua the High Priest, Hag. 1.14.
And Ministers to instruct them to interpret and apply this Law to the Magistrate and his People upon all occasions, In any great undertakings the Lord stirs up their spirits together, the Spirit of Zerubbabel Governor and the Spirit of joshua the High Priest, Hag. 1.14.
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These two Olive-trees fil the same bowl, Zach. 4. They are joyned together in the success of their work, be it prosperous, Psal. 118.19, 20. They bless the Lord together,
These two Olive-trees fill the same bowl, Zach 4. They Are joined together in the success of their work, be it prosperous, Psalm 118.19, 20. They bless the Lord together,
This Contexture of interests begets such mutual dependency of each on the other, that Nehemiah 's Enemies, venture all upon the Confidence they had, this holy man,
This Contexture of interests begets such mutual dependency of each on the other, that Nehemiah is Enemies, venture all upon the Confidence they had, this holy man,
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and not receive all Counsels hand over head from such as give it under the Covert of this high Calling. Satan himself who hath the Conduct of the Churches Enemies is in the greatest readiness,
and not receive all Counsels hand over head from such as give it under the Covert of this high Calling. Satan himself who hath the Conduct of the Churches Enemies is in the greatest readiness,
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The Lord purposing Ahabs Ruine, In what a readiness is Sathan to pitch upon this as the surest way to effect it, 1 Kings 22.21. I wil go forth, and wil be a lying spirit in all his Prophets.
The Lord purposing Ahabs Ruin, In what a readiness is Sathan to pitch upon this as the Surest Way to Effect it, 1 Kings 22.21. I will go forth, and will be a lying Spirit in all his prophets.
& Magistrates have been unrighteous, Oppressors, & Tyrants over both Ministers & people, yet Magistracy is the Ordinance of God, and so is the Ministry.
& Magistrates have been unrighteous, Oppressors's, & Tyrants over both Ministers & people, yet Magistracy is the Ordinance of God, and so is the Ministry.
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What intimateness was there between Moses and Aron in Communicating their Counsels and endeavors, the like between Joshua and Eleazer, David takes advice from his Prophet Nathan, and Josiah from Huldas, I say wise and holy Governors.
What intimateness was there between Moses and Aron in Communicating their Counsels and endeavors, the like between joshua and Eleazar, David Takes Advice from his Prophet Nathan, and Josiah from Huldas, I say wise and holy Governors.
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That Magistrates encourage their Prophets, it is not only from their holiness but their wisdom, it's of such a great and singular advantage, to the more easie governing a City or Nation, the keeping up of a stirring and powerful Ministry, that wisdom will direct,
That Magistrates encourage their prophets, it is not only from their holiness but their Wisdom, it's of such a great and singular advantage, to the more easy governing a city or nation, the keeping up of a stirring and powerful Ministry, that Wisdom will Direct,
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That so great a multitude as in a City or Nation, & in so great a variety for disposition, should be kept together ruled & governed by one or a Jew persons, This doubtless shews such powers are of God, Psal. 144.2. Who (saith David ) subdueth my people under me.
That so great a multitude as in a city or nation, & in so great a variety for disposition, should be kept together ruled & governed by one or a Jew Persons, This doubtless shows such Powers Are of God, Psalm 144.2. Who (Says David) subdueth my people under me.
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and brings a People more necessarily into subjection is that which Paul mentions. Rom 13.5. You must needs be subject not only for Wrath, but also for Conscience, in which Scripture you have the two Sinews of Government, the two great Tendons by which the members of a politick body are brought to move under their head.
and brings a People more necessarily into subjection is that which Paul mentions. Rom 13.5. You must needs be Subject not only for Wrath, but also for Conscience, in which Scripture you have the two Sinews of Government, the two great Tendons by which the members of a politic body Are brought to move under their head.
Wrath and Conscience, Fear of Punishment, Conscience of Duty, The one from the Civil Magistrate, The Dignity Splendor and Glory that is put upon him, is to beget fear and dread in the hearts of his Subjects,
Wrath and Conscience, fear of Punishment, Conscience of Duty, The one from the Civil Magistrate, The Dignity Splendour and Glory that is put upon him, is to beget Fear and dread in the hearts of his Subject's,
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But to bring a people into a Consciencious subjection, God makes use of another hand, This Principle is to be planted and dayly watered by the Ministers of the word:
But to bring a people into a Conscientious subjection, God makes use of Another hand, This Principle is to be planted and daily watered by the Ministers of the word:
Jehosophat took this course to bring his people into a more kindly subjection, He sent his Princes or Civil Powers, and with them the Levites and Priests,
Jehoshaphat took this course to bring his people into a more kindly subjection, He sent his Princes or Civil Powers, and with them the Levites and Priests,
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and they had the Book of the Law of the Lord with them, and went through all the Cities of Judah and taught the people, 2 Chron. 17.7, 8. And this latter of the two is not only the more honorable, but the more sure and Constant; for though Wrath puts a must or necessity as wel as Conscience in respect to our obedience,
and they had the Book of the Law of the Lord with them, and went through all the Cities of Judah and taught the people, 2 Chronicles 17.7, 8. And this latter of the two is not only the more honourable, but the more sure and Constant; for though Wrath puts a must or necessity as well as Conscience in respect to our Obedience,
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and brings them into obedience naturally, But Wrath takes hold of the lower and more servile part of the Soul, our Fear and Passion, and subdues us by violence,
and brings them into Obedience naturally, But Wrath Takes hold of the lower and more servile part of the Soul, our fear and Passion, and subdues us by violence,
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like putting a Shackle upon the Foot, by which a man may guide his beastindeed, but it wil be with much more strife and difficulty, A Bitt in the mouth,
like putting a Shackle upon the Foot, by which a man may guide his beastindeed, but it will be with much more strife and difficulty, A Bit in the Mouth,
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and every limb or member followeth each other in a more kindly motion. 1 Cor. 9.16. A necessity is laid upon me, yea, wo is unto me if I preach not the Gospel, ver. 17. If I do this willingly — if against my wil;
and every limb or member follows each other in a more kindly motion. 1 Cor. 9.16. A necessity is laid upon me, yea, woe is unto me if I preach not the Gospel, ver. 17. If I do this willingly — if against my will;
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It is also a more sure & Constant obedience, Conscience hath the unchangeable word of God for its foundation, a people so subdued will stick close in their Obedience. Those that fear God will honor the King, where there is a Conscience,
It is also a more sure & Constant Obedience, Conscience hath the unchangeable word of God for its Foundation, a people so subdued will stick close in their obedience. Those that Fear God will honour the King, where there is a Conscience,
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and thence a giving to God what is Gods, there will be a giving to Caesar what is Caesars. As the Lord hath granted the use of an Oath (though a Worship peculiar to himself So also hath he the use of Conscience to the Civill Magistrate to oblige his Subjects in obedience to him.
and thence a giving to God what is God's, there will be a giving to Caesar what is Caesars. As the Lord hath granted the use of an Oath (though a Worship peculiar to himself So also hath he the use of Conscience to the Civil Magistrate to oblige his Subject's in Obedience to him.
These are additionals out of the Treasury of his Holiness, and of great importance in the managing of Civil affairs both which have their edg and Efficacy by the Constant whettings of a powerful Ministry.
These Are additionals out of the Treasury of his Holiness, and of great importance in the managing of Civil affairs both which have their edge and Efficacy by the Constant whettings of a powerful Ministry.
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There is therefore this reason of State, why Governors should much esteem the Ministry, for, without it, they know not how to rule in the Lord nor the people to obey in the Lord, that is, from a principle of Conscience, there will be no free subjection where there is no Conscience and respect to God in our obedience to men:
There is Therefore this reason of State, why Governors should much esteem the Ministry, for, without it, they know not how to Rule in the Lord nor the people to obey in the Lord, that is, from a principle of Conscience, there will be no free subjection where there is no Conscience and respect to God in our Obedience to men:
if we have nothing but Wrath and Violence to subdue a people, we govern men as men govern Beasts, as God governs the Devils and damned in Hell, they beleeve and tremble,
if we have nothing but Wrath and Violence to subdue a people, we govern men as men govern Beasts, as God governs the Devils and damned in Hell, they believe and tremble,
and in a City or Nation so governed there is nothing but weeping and gnashing of Teeth, misery with Contempt and indignation against the powers that are over us,
and in a city or nation so governed there is nothing but weeping and gnashing of Teeth, misery with Contempt and Indignation against the Powers that Are over us,
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To flee, that is to go into the Temple and so make an escape, The Temple as a place of security, either Natural for its strength, or Moral for its priviledg.
To flee, that is to go into the Temple and so make an escape, The Temple as a place of security, either Natural for its strength, or Moral for its privilege.
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The City lay open having yet no Gates or doors to secure the Inhabitants, ver 1. but the Temple had, and therefore more safe, of this he is minded by shemaiah verse 10. Let us shut the doors of the Temple. Or as a priviledg'd place:
The city lay open having yet no Gates or doors to secure the Inhabitants, for 1. but the Temple had, and Therefore more safe, of this he is minded by shemaiah verse 10. Let us shut the doors of the Temple. Or as a privileged place:
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and unsutable to his spirit and place, as he would die rather then do it. There were these Circumstances would have rendred it evil to him more then to another.
and unsuitable to his Spirit and place, as he would die rather then do it. There were these circumstances would have rendered it evil to him more then to Another.
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Secondly, If he had betaken himself to the Temple for security only and defence, yet such a fear in a Governor would have been a great discouragement to all under him, this thing those that laid the design, had as a Main in their eye and intention, knowing if they could make him afraid, the advantage they had thereby to hinder the work.
Secondly, If he had betaken himself to the Temple for security only and defence, yet such a Fear in a Governor would have been a great discouragement to all under him, this thing those that laid the Design, had as a Main in their eye and intention, knowing if they could make him afraid, the advantage they had thereby to hinder the work.
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Compare his praier, and the ground of it as both are laid down in ver. 9. They all made us afraid (endeavored so to do) saying their hands shall be weakned from the work that it be not done,
Compare his prayer, and the ground of it as both Are laid down in ver. 9. They all made us afraid (endeavoured so to do) saying their hands shall be weakened from the work that it be not done,
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That this was the drift and scope of their wicked design upon him, and the danger he escaped, cleerly appears in vers, 13. therefore was He hired, the Prophet that came as from God, that I should be afraid and do so and sin,
That this was the drift and scope of their wicked Design upon him, and the danger he escaped, clearly appears in vers, 13. Therefore was He hired, the Prophet that Come as from God, that I should be afraid and do so and since,
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The snare was so cunningly laid, that as there was the concernment of his life and the Ruines of the publick affaires depending upon it on the one hand to drive him into it,
The snare was so cunningly laid, that as there was the concernment of his life and the Ruins of the public affairs depending upon it on the one hand to drive him into it,
In case of life and death, the nature of such omissions is much altered, So that had there not been a very exquisite mould of Spirit in Nehemiah, and choyce Graces,
In case of life and death, the nature of such omissions is much altered, So that had there not been a very exquisite mould of Spirit in Nehemiah, and choice Graces,
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There is no posture of a man, whose heart God hath wrought to himself in truth and sincerity, wherein Grace and vertue appears in greater lustre and Glory then when he is found in some conflict or under some difficulties:
There is no posture of a man, whose heart God hath wrought to himself in truth and sincerity, wherein Grace and virtue appears in greater lustre and Glory then when he is found in Some conflict or under Some difficulties:
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A Horse is at no time so gallant a Creature as when mounted in Battel, at each Boggle & fright, his Eye, his Ear, his Nostril, every limb throughout appears in a fresher perfection.
A Horse is At no time so gallant a Creature as when mounted in Battle, At each Boggle & fright, his Eye, his Ear, his Nostril, every limb throughout appears in a fresher perfection.
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A Saint, when his Graces become his Armour, Faith when a shield, Hope when a Helmet, Righteousness when a Breast-plate &c. Then have you a Saint in a most taking beauty.
A Saint, when his Graces become his Armour, Faith when a shield, Hope when a Helmet, Righteousness when a Breastplate etc. Then have you a Saint in a most taking beauty.
When the Church is in Conflict, when as an Army with Banners, then Christ as one taken with her, cries out Thou art beautiful — O my Love thou art comly, Cant. 6.4.
When the Church is in Conflict, when as an Army with Banners, then christ as one taken with her, cries out Thou art beautiful — Oh my Love thou art comely, Cant 6.4.
and no sooner spoke it, but being astonished they fell backward John 18.6. so you that are our Magistrates, our gods here amongst us, whatsoever there is of true excellency in you wil at such a time radiate and shew it self.
and no sooner spoke it, but being astonished they fell backward John 18.6. so you that Are our Magistrates, our God's Here among us, whatsoever there is of true excellency in you will At such a time radiate and show it self.
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And if to be steady and resolute in a matter of Justice & Piety, seem vile in the Eyes of others and they deride, your resolution will rise with Davids even to be more vile.
And if to be steady and resolute in a matter of justice & Piety, seem vile in the Eyes of Others and they deride, your resolution will rise with Davids even to be more vile.
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Where Grace is in pretence and shew only, like the stony ground, there wil be a withering in such heats and conflicts, for what we only seem to have, is now taken away, But to him that hath at such a time especially, it shal be given: Therfore such men in their Conflicts wil be as Jacob in his wrestling He was for power with God as a Prince Gen. 32.28.
Where Grace is in pretence and show only, like the stony ground, there will be a withering in such heats and conflicts, for what we only seem to have, is now taken away, But to him that hath At such a time especially, it shall be given: Therefore such men in their Conflicts will be as Jacob in his wrestling He was for power with God as a Prince Gen. 32.28.
such was the perfection and glory of his Graces appearing in that conflict Having therefore the advantages of this posture of Nehemiah to draw his perfections more to life, I shall now shew you the Graces and Vertues in particular that are so eminently conspicuous in this Man, heigthned and shineing forth in this his conflict and victory, which ought to be attended and looked after in whomsoever you shall this day choose for your Nehemiah. They are these.
such was the perfection and glory of his Graces appearing in that conflict Having Therefore the advantages of this posture of Nehemiah to draw his perfections more to life, I shall now show you the Graces and Virtues in particular that Are so eminently conspicuous in this Man, heigthned and shining forth in this his conflict and victory, which ought to be attended and looked After in whomsoever you shall this day choose for your Nehemiah. They Are these.
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First you have in this Man a publick Spirit; shall I go into the Temple to save my life? shall I preferr my private before the publick? There is one thing more to a Man then life, his Eternity, immortalitatem quidem contra Rempublicam non acceperim, said a Heathen.
First you have in this Man a public Spirit; shall I go into the Temple to save my life? shall I prefer my private before the public? There is one thing more to a Man then life, his Eternity, immortalitatem quidem contra res publicam non acceperim, said a Heathen.
Yet where a publick Spirit, how easily and freely will such a Person prostrate and lay his very life as an out-work for the Defence and Security of the publick.
Yet where a public Spirit, how Easily and freely will such a Person prostrate and lay his very life as an outwork for the Defence and Security of the public.
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and with what a manly resolution defie all personal concerments, IF I PERISH I PERISH, Magistrates are Shepherds Mich. 5.5. Esay, 44.28. the good Shepherd saith Christ, will not flee and secure himself, leaving his sheep to the Wolf but the good shepherd will give his life for the sheep, Joh. 10.11.12. Shall I go into the Temple to save my life? the actings of a publick Spirit rise up here to a very high degree, it is a resolution: (such is his zeal for the publick) as he will not put it upon so much as an Hazard to secure his neerest concerments, no not lire it self.
and with what a manly resolution defy all personal concernments, IF I PERISH I PERISH, Magistrates Are Shepherd's Mich. 5.5. Isaiah, 44.28. the good Shepherd Says christ, will not flee and secure himself, leaving his sheep to the Wolf but the good shepherd will give his life for the sheep, John 10.11.12. Shall I go into the Temple to save my life? the actings of a public Spirit rise up Here to a very high degree, it is a resolution: (such is his zeal for the public) as he will not put it upon so much as an Hazard to secure his nearest concernments, no not lire it self.
It's a sad Omen to find men Baruch like seeing great things for themselves, though they see at the same time all going to ruine, the Lord breaking down what he hath built,
It's a sad Omen to find men baruch like seeing great things for themselves, though they see At the same time all going to ruin, the Lord breaking down what he hath built,
The first and that which is more general, the Times we are fallen into, long since before prophesied of 2 Tim. 3.1, 2. In the last daies shal come perilous times (perilous and dangerous to the publique) for men shal be lovers of their own selves Covetous, Proud, &c.
The First and that which is more general, the Times we Are fallen into, long since before prophesied of 2 Tim. 3.1, 2. In the last days shall come perilous times (perilous and dangerous to the public) for men shall be lovers of their own selves Covetous, Proud, etc.
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The perilous evil of a private spirit is there declared with its wretched principles from which it ariseth, Men shal be lovers of their own selves, and the immediate root of it Pride, a proffessed high esteem of themselves,
The perilous evil of a private Spirit is there declared with its wretched principles from which it arises, Men shall be lovers of their own selves, and the immediate root of it Pride, a proffessed high esteem of themselves,
when a man seriously believes that he much excels others, as the Pharise Lord I thank thee I am not as other men, accordingly he becomes a lover of himself,
when a man seriously believes that he much excels Others, as the Pharisee Lord I thank thee I am not as other men, accordingly he becomes a lover of himself,
yea and each through humility, to be members one of another, Rom. 12. Let no man think of himself more highly then he ought — for we being many are one body and every one members one of another, verse 3,
yea and each through humility, to be members one of Another, Rom. 12. Let no man think of himself more highly then he ought — for we being many Are one body and every one members one of Another, verse 3,
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hence the Apostle joyns these together again, Phil. 2.3. Let nothing be done through vain Glory but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better then themselves.
hence the Apostle joins these together again, Philip 2.3. Let nothing be done through vain Glory but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better then themselves.
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an immoderate love to our selves, it seems by this expression that the love we bear to our selves, ariseth, not only from the high opinion of our selves and conceipt of a goodness and thence an amiableness more in our selves then in other men,
an immoderate love to our selves, it seems by this expression that the love we bear to our selves, arises, not only from the high opinion of our selves and conceit of a Goodness and thence an amiableness more in our selves then in other men,
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So this self Love being in such a measure, even pressed down and running over in their own bosoms there is no place for that affection that should be extended to our Neighbours,
So this self Love being in such a measure, even pressed down and running over in their own bosoms there is no place for that affection that should be extended to our Neighbours,
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and therefore in the same Text they are said to be NONLATINALPHABET without common affection, love is the most extensive vertue and carryeth forth service with it which way soever it moveth serve one another in love, where love is kept in and set upon our selves only, we wil serve and care for none but our selves:
and Therefore in the same Text they Are said to be without Common affection, love is the most extensive virtue and Carrieth forth service with it which weigh soever it moves serve one Another in love, where love is kept in and Set upon our selves only, we will serve and care for none but our selves:
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hence the Apostle gives this praise of love where rightly disposed 1 Cor. 13.4, 5. love puffeth not up, seeketh not her own, by love we serve one another as well as our selves.
hence the Apostle gives this praise of love where rightly disposed 1 Cor. 13.4, 5. love Puffeth not up, seeks not her own, by love we serve one Another as well as our selves.
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But more especially, and what is a more peculiar snare, to Citizens, Is their breeding and Education, you have been al along for your selves and ever since your apprentiship hath bin out, ever since you have been free men you have set up for your selves, whereby you are as it were habitually disposed, to bring all you deal with to some good account to your selves, and privat estates.
But more especially, and what is a more peculiar snare, to Citizens, Is their breeding and Education, you have been all along for your selves and ever since your apprenticeship hath been out, ever since you have been free men you have Set up for your selves, whereby you Are as it were habitually disposed, to bring all you deal with to Some good account to your selves, and private estates.
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The manifold monuments of a publick Spirit in the pious and charitable works extant in many parts of the Nation shew that divers Honorable Citizens have had their minds raised to such a publick heigth that great things have bin done by their right hand that their left hand knew not.
The manifold monuments of a public Spirit in the pious and charitable works extant in many parts of the nation show that diverse Honourable Citizens have had their minds raised to such a public heighth that great things have been done by their right hand that their left hand knew not.
For the time that I was their Governor that is twelve years, I and my Brethren have not eat the bread of the Governour, The alowance the State made him, his due, not,
For the time that I was their Governor that is twelve Years, I and my Brothers have not eat the bred of the Governor, The allowance the State made him, his due, not,
neither bought we any Land ver. 16. Moreover there were at my Table one hundred and fifty Jews besides many others dayly ver. 17. and the provision he made was not only for necessity but delight Choyce Sheep, Foules, store of all sorts of Wine, as ver. 18. yet for al this required not I the bread of the Governour because the bondage was heavy upon this People.
neither bought we any Land ver. 16. Moreover there were At my Table one hundred and fifty jews beside many Others daily for. 17. and the provision he made was not only for necessity but delight Choice Sheep, Fowls, store of all sorts of Wine, as ver. 18. yet for all this required not I the bred of the Governor Because the bondage was heavy upon this People.
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and its further observable were plentiful Tables kept up by Governours only for gluttony and excess or out of pride and vain glory, a man fearing God, would have been glad of the opportunity to lay them down,
and its further observable were plentiful Tables kept up by Governors only for gluttony and excess or out of pride and vain glory, a man fearing God, would have been glad of the opportunity to lay them down,
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But Nehemiah knew such entertainments, kept up the dignity and honor of Government, and that these vulgar encouragements do much sweeten the severity of Magistracy,
But Nehemiah knew such entertainments, kept up the dignity and honour of Government, and that these Vulgar encouragements do much sweeten the severity of Magistracy,
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To be a Magistrate is to be a person worth ten thousand of others, so the people told David 2 Sam. 18.3. They are termed in scripture Dominions, Dignities or Glories Jude 8. Gods, and Sons of the most high Psa. 82.6. this sheweth the great excellency of Magistracy, that as of swearing Heb. 6.13. because not a greater to swear by, God sware by himself:
To be a Magistrate is to be a person worth ten thousand of Others, so the people told David 2 Sam. 18.3. They Are termed in scripture Dominions, Dignities or Glories U^de 8. God's, and Sons of the most high Psa. 82.6. this shows the great excellency of Magistracy, that as of swearing Hebrew 6.13. Because not a greater to swear by, God sware by himself:
so because not a greater Name to give them, he names them from himself, a name above all names, given only to Angels, the most excellent of all Creatures,
so Because not a greater Name to give them, he names them from himself, a name above all names, given only to Angels, the most excellent of all Creatures,
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And for the preservation of their just esteem Nature it self hath taught, and Scriptures owned such external respects and vestments of state as may distinguish Magistrates from,
And for the preservation of their just esteem Nature it self hath taught, and Scriptures owned such external respects and vestments of state as may distinguish Magistrates from,
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but the necessary vtensils, by which the worth and excellency of Magistrats is notified to the common people, it being a language best understood by the generality.
but the necessary utensils, by which the worth and excellency of Magistrates is notified to the Common people, it being a language best understood by the generality.
There is to each condition and rank of men a NONLATINALPHABET a Comliness, seemliness, decorum, expedience, which if not regarded, we sin and transgress against the honor & dignity of our place.
There is to each condition and rank of men a a Comeliness, seemliness, decorum, expedience, which if not regarded, we sin and transgress against the honour & dignity of our place.
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why they were men it's true, and more, Saints, which is a higher order of men, those that are mere men, men and no more, do such things with less blame,
why they were men it's true, and more, Saints, which is a higher order of men, those that Are mere men, men and no more, do such things with less blame,
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Besides evils that are simply such we have in the Scripture mention of other matters to be avoided, Eph. 5.3. Fornication and all Ʋncleanness — let it not be once named amongst you as becometh Saints.
Beside evils that Are simply such we have in the Scripture mention of other matters to be avoided, Ephesians 5.3. Fornication and all Ʋncleanness — let it not be once nam among you as Becometh Saints.
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The needless mentioning of them is forbidden as sin, the nameing of them, forbidden to Saints and under the notion of uncomliness, and inconveniency verse 4. Though no transgression of any express precept,
The needless mentioning of them is forbidden as since, the naming of them, forbidden to Saints and under the notion of uncomeliness, and inconveniency verse 4. Though no Transgression of any express precept,
There are not only real evils, but things which have the appearance of evil, and ought to be avoided, 1 Thes. 5.22. such things as being done by some persons or with some Circumstances become in the eyes of others, a specimen or fruit of an evil principle in the man.
There Are not only real evils, but things which have the appearance of evil, and ought to be avoided, 1 Thebes 5.22. such things as being done by Some Persons or with Some circumstances become in the eyes of Others, a specimen or fruit of an evil principle in the man.
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As Magistrates give Laws to their people, so the WONTS and CUSTOMS of a People, in what is not simply evil ought to be a Law to the Magistrate, as wel as others.
As Magistrates give Laws to their people, so the WONTS and CUSTOMS of a People, in what is not simply evil ought to be a Law to the Magistrate, as well as Others.
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if it be without sin or notable error, we must and Magistrates and publick persons especially must be subject thereunto You have the heads of such Laws laid down, Phil. 4.8. Finally Brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are Honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report;
if it be without since or notable error, we must and Magistrates and public Persons especially must be Subject thereunto You have the Heads of such Laws laid down, Philip 4.8. Finally Brothers, whatsoever things Are true, whatsoever things Are Honest, whatsoever things Are just, whatsoever things Are pure, whatsoever things Are lovely, whatsoever things Are of good report;
A man shal be commended according to his wisdom, but he that is of a perverse heart [ he cares not whom or what he Crosses ] shal be despised Prov. 12.8. A man must be of vast merits in the eyes of all men, that will be singular and of a peculiar humor and not be extreamly contemned.
A man shall be commended according to his Wisdom, but he that is of a perverse heart [ he Cares not whom or what he Crosses ] shall be despised Curae 12.8. A man must be of vast merits in the eyes of all men, that will be singular and of a peculiar humour and not be extremely contemned.
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yet if he should not have answered what the World expected, they would have spoken evill and punished him with Reproaches as verse 13. which he looked upon,
yet if he should not have answered what the World expected, they would have spoken evil and punished him with Reproaches as verse 13. which he looked upon,
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and indeed is, a matter of great Consequence to a Magistrate or person of publick imployment, Paul was of his judgment and choyce in such a case and professeth, it were better for him to die than that he should make his glorying void, 1 Cor. 9.15. Jesus Christ himself engaged in publick service, enquires how he stood in the opinion of men Math. 16.13.
and indeed is, a matter of great Consequence to a Magistrate or person of public employment, Paul was of his judgement and choice in such a case and Professes, it were better for him to die than that he should make his glorying void, 1 Cor. 9.15. jesus christ himself engaged in public service, enquires how he stood in the opinion of men Math. 16.13.
and do like your selves, we can mind our selves, and who we are, if an affront or neglect be given from want of observance from others, Shall such a one as I bear it? do not you know my Lord Major? &c Let him and all in Authority know themselves,
and do like your selves, we can mind our selves, and who we Are, if an affront or neglect be given from want of observance from Others, Shall such a one as I bear it? do not you know my Lord Major? etc. Let him and all in authority know themselves,
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and do accordingly and they wil be acknowledged, their works wil discover and praise them in the Gate Prov. 31. 3. A man of Courage and Resolution, Constant and fixed in his Course;
and do accordingly and they will be acknowledged, their works will discover and praise them in the Gate Curae 31. 3. A man of Courage and Resolution, Constant and fixed in his Course;
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No, saith Nehemiah a man of Courage will rather take the bullet, though it take his life than make a stoop at the report to avoid it another man may do this,
No, Says Nehemiah a man of Courage will rather take the bullet, though it take his life than make a stoop At the report to avoid it Another man may do this,
hence they mutuate titles, as Dux, Eques, Armiger, Major &c. Thus God to Joshua, Josh 1.6. Be strong and of a good Courage again verse 7. ONLY be thou strong and very Couragious, as if it were the All of a Ruler.
hence they mutuate titles, as Dux, Eques, Armiger, Major etc. Thus God to joshua, Josh 1.6. Be strong and of a good Courage again verse 7. ONLY be thou strong and very Courageous, as if it were the All of a Ruler.
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What I do I will do that I may cut of occasion from them that seek occasion &c. An uneven unsteady Magistrate, is the same at somtimes, that an easie and weak one is at all times,
What I do I will do that I may Cut of occasion from them that seek occasion etc. an uneven unsteady Magistrate, is the same At sometimes, that an easy and weak one is At all times,
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I have said you are Gods, ye shall die like men, to be a god is to be above all fears, all Hopes, all Temptations, to be immutable and not to appear so much as in the shadow of a change.
I have said you Are God's, you shall die like men, to be a god is to be above all fears, all Hope's, all Temptations, to be immutable and not to appear so much as in the shadow of a change.
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4. Wisdom, This is another Star in the Constellation, Nehemiah by his great reach and depth of understanding, was able to see through all their Colors and subtil pretentions To disappoint the devises of the Crafty, Job 5.12. is mentioned as a Character of the greatest wisdom.
4. Wisdom, This is Another Star in the Constellation, Nehemiah by his great reach and depth of understanding, was able to see through all their Colours and subtle pretentions To disappoint the devises of the Crafty, Job 5.12. is mentioned as a Character of the greatest Wisdom.
Men of weak and low parts have such Jealousies of those that are more able, that for the most part they carry on their Counsels rather with persons of the same proportion for wisdom with themselves.
Men of weak and low parts have such Jealousies of those that Are more able, that for the most part they carry on their Counsels rather with Persons of the same proportion for Wisdom with themselves.
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5. Holiness Nehemiah was a person that feared God, of great Integrity and uprightness. It may be said of him as of David Psal. 78.72. He fed them according to the integrity of his heart and guided them by the skilfulness of his hand, where skilfulness or wisdom and Integrity meets, it's of singular advantage in Goverment, under such Governors We may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all Godliness and Honesty.
5. Holiness Nehemiah was a person that feared God, of great Integrity and uprightness. It may be said of him as of David Psalm 78.72. He fed them according to the integrity of his heart and guided them by the skilfulness of his hand, where skilfulness or Wisdom and Integrity meets, it's of singular advantage in Government, under such Governors We may led a quiet and peaceable life in all Godliness and Honesty.
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but this is that great and choyce blessing and Priviledg enjoyed by a people where such persons Govern, we may not only be Honest but Godly, and this not only in some parcels of devotion according to the mode of the times,
but this is that great and choice blessing and Privilege enjoyed by a people where such Persons Govern, we may not only be Honest but Godly, and this not only in Some parcels of devotion according to the mode of the times,
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Peter was a godly man a chief Apostle, yet found in as great a distance in the frame of his spirit from this of Nehemiah 's as the Compass of Grace can well permit. Master saith he Math. 26.23. though all should be offended, yet wil I never;
Peter was a godly man a chief Apostle, yet found in as great a distance in the frame of his Spirit from this of Nehemiah is as the Compass of Grace can well permit. Master Says he Math. 26.23. though all should be offended, yet will I never;
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Applic. 1. To you that are to choose, a great trust is committed unto you, the welfare of the most famous City in the world, another Jerusalem, a City inhabited by the people of God.
Application 1. To you that Are to choose, a great trust is committed unto you, the welfare of the most famous city in the world, Another Jerusalem, a city inhabited by the people of God.
Honor Widows that are Widows indeed, choose such as may be Magistrates indeed and not in shew only; where Electors are thus Consciencious in this work, the Properties, though not the Person of a good Governor will be the same every year,
Honour Widows that Are Widows indeed, choose such as may be Magistrates indeed and not in show only; where Electors Are thus Conscientious in this work, the Properties, though not the Person of a good Governor will be the same every year,
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But for us men, we must choose ex praevisis operibus, Qualities and Virtues, rather than persons must be the most immediate object of our choyce, It is no error in the Doctrine of this Election,
But for us men, we must choose ex praevisis operibus, Qualities and Virtues, rather than Persons must be the most immediate Object of our choice, It is no error in the Doctrine of this Election,
but much of our duty this day is expressed in it, and accordingly I shal leave each mans Conscience under this the Apostles charge, 1 Tim. 5.21. I charge thee before God and the Lord Jesus Christ and the Elect Angels that thou observe these things without preferring one before another doing nothing by partiality.
but much of our duty this day is expressed in it, and accordingly I shall leave each men Conscience under this the Apostles charge, 1 Tim. 5.21. I charge thee before God and the Lord jesus christ and the Elect Angels that thou observe these things without preferring one before Another doing nothing by partiality.
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How sadly men have suffered in their names, and what advantages malicious minds have taken in such competitions to sink men under Color of Comparison seeking their revenge, upon the Credit and repute of whom they please, is not unknown to you.
How sadly men have suffered in their names, and what advantages malicious minds have taken in such competitions to sink men under Colour of Comparison seeking their revenge, upon the Credit and repute of whom they please, is not unknown to you.
Lastly, having elected your person, there is a special Obligation laid upon you that are Electors, that you submit and yeild Obedience unto the Person you have chosen for your Magistrate, and it ought to be done with such freedom and affection as that you may provoke and become examples unto others in the like Obedience,
Lastly, having elected your person, there is a special Obligation laid upon you that Are Electors, that you submit and yield obedience unto the Person you have chosen for your Magistrate, and it ought to be done with such freedom and affection as that you may provoke and become Examples unto Others in the like obedience,
for he is your choice, The great God and Governor of the world put not himself upon us, no not upon those, of whom he expects his most peculiar and affectionate submission.
for he is your choice, The great God and Governor of the world put not himself upon us, no not upon those, of whom he expects his most peculiar and affectionate submission.
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And therefore Joshua, having a purpose to bring his people into a more strict submission unto God, puts them upon a new Election of him, Chap. 24. and having brought it to pass, he makes it solemn and signal, by express stipulation ver. 22. And Joshua said unto the people, Ye are Witnesses against your selves, that ye have chosen you (or for your selves) the Lord to serve him,
And Therefore joshua, having a purpose to bring his people into a more strict submission unto God, puts them upon a new Election of him, Chap. 24. and having brought it to pass, he makes it solemn and signal, by express stipulation for. 22. And joshua said unto the people, You Are Witnesses against your selves, that you have chosen you (or for your selves) the Lord to serve him,
Applic. II. to you that shall this day be chosen our Governor, our Nehemiah, now begin to be a God, the name is coming upon you, meet it with a sutable frame of Heart, that you may not take his name in vaine, be you holy as he is holy,
Application II to you that shall this day be chosen our Governor, our Nehemiah, now begin to be a God, the name is coming upon you, meet it with a suitable frame of Heart, that you may not take his name in vain, be you holy as he is holy,
and know how long he had to live, that he might apply his heart to wisedom, your dayes are numbered to you, you know to a day, the longest day you are to govern, make the same use of it, meditate your duty,
and know how long he had to live, that he might apply his heart to Wisdom, your days Are numbered to you, you know to a day, the longest day you Are to govern, make the same use of it, meditate your duty,
as but one Sun for the whol world, you must travail a greater compasse that you may be light and comfort to both Hemispheres, to the Ministers, to their people, to all persons in all places, to rich, to poor, to servants and Masters, to Orphans and Widowes &c. If you be an Olive tree, you must not say, shall I leave my fatnesse? or a Fig tree, shall I forsake my sweetness? no though you be a Vine, you must leave your fruitfulness, that is, to bring forth to your self, which if you do, you will be accounted an empty Vine.
as but one Sun for the Whole world, you must travail a greater compass that you may be Light and Comfort to both Hemispheres, to the Ministers, to their people, to all Persons in all places, to rich, to poor, to Servants and Masters, to Orphans and Widows etc. If you be an Olive tree, you must not say, shall I leave my fatness? or a Fig tree, shall I forsake my sweetness? no though you be a Vine, you must leave your fruitfulness, that is, to bring forth to your self, which if you do, you will be accounted an empty Vine.
how desireable is it for any of you to have the story of his life, the story of his Mairolty, to end like the story of Mordecai Esth. 1.1. Mordecai was next to the King, great amongst the Jewes, those that profess godliness seeking the wealth of his people; not his own profit.
how desirable is it for any of you to have the story of his life, the story of his Mairolty, to end like the story of Mordecai Esth. 1.1. Mordecai was next to the King, great among the Jews, those that profess godliness seeking the wealth of his people; not his own profit.
There is also great Equity in it, for therfore he receiveth perquisites that being Gods Minister he may attend continually upon this thing. Rom. 13.6.2.
There is also great Equity in it, for Therefore he receives perquisites that being God's Minister he may attend continually upon this thing. Rom. 13.6.2.
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whatsoever you do, do all to the glory of God, how shall we so do vers. 33. even as I please all men in all things, not seeking my own profit, but the profit of many.
whatsoever you do, do all to the glory of God, how shall we so do vers. 33. even as I please all men in all things, not seeking my own profit, but the profit of many.
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