God save the King: or, A sermon preach'd at Lyme-Regis May 18. 1660. at the solemn proclamation of his most Excellent Majesty Charles the II. by the grace of God, of England, Scotland, France and Ireland, King, defender of the faith. / By Ames Short M.A. minister there.
A SERMON PREACH'D AT LYME-REGIS, May the 18. 1660. at the Solemn Proclamation of His most Excellent Majesty, Charles II. &c. THe Proclamation and Inauguration of Kings hath been observed with great solemnity in all ages, by all Nations:
A SERMON PREACHED AT LIME-REGIS, May the 18. 1660. At the Solemn Proclamation of His most Excellent Majesty, Charles II etc. THe Proclamation and Inauguration of Kings hath been observed with great solemnity in all ages, by all nations:
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And therefore that I may give a further testimony of that loyal and sincere affection I have ever born to His most excellent Majesty, our Sovereign Lord, Charles by the grace of God of England, Scotland, France and Ireland King, Defender of the Faith.
And Therefore that I may give a further testimony of that loyal and sincere affection I have ever born to His most excellent Majesty, our Sovereign Lord, Charles by the grace of God of England, Scotland, France and Ireland King, Defender of the Faith.
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Now, the words I shall insist upon to this end, you shall finde written, 1 KINGS 1.39, 40. And Zadock the Priest took an horn of Oyl out of the Tabernacle, and annointed Solomon:
Now, the words I shall insist upon to this end, you shall find written, 1 KINGS 1.39, 40. And Zadok the Priest took an horn of Oil out of the Tabernacle, and anointed Solomon:
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For methods sake and your better understanding of them, you may take notice, 1. Of the Agents or Persons who were imployed in the observation of these solemnities.
For methods sake and your better understanding of them, you may take notice, 1. Of the Agents or Persons who were employed in the observation of these solemnities.
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The Agents were Zadok the Preist, (who began the solemnity) and the rest of the people who were then present, among whom (for the honour of the solemnity) was Nathan the Prophet, and many others, men of great account and esteem both in the Church and State of Israel, as evidently appears by the verse immediately foregoing.
The Agents were Zadok the Priest, (who began the solemnity) and the rest of the people who were then present, among whom (for the honour of the solemnity) was Nathan the Prophet, and many Others, men of great account and esteem both in the Church and State of Israel, as evidently appears by the verse immediately foregoing.
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as you may see by comparing these Scriptures, 1 Sam. 9.16. I will send thee a man out of the land of benjamin, and thou shalt anoint him to be Captaine over my People Israel, that he may save my People out of the hand of the Philistines.
as you may see by comparing these Scriptures, 1 Sam. 9.16. I will send thee a man out of the land of benjamin, and thou shalt anoint him to be Captain over my People Israel, that he may save my People out of the hand of the philistines.
and kissed him, and said, Is it not because the Lord hath anointed thee to be Captain over his Inheritance? So cap. 16. vers. 1. And the Lord said to Samuel, &c. Fill thy horn with oyle,
and kissed him, and said, Is it not Because the Lord hath anointed thee to be Captain over his Inheritance? So cap. 16. vers. 1. And the Lord said to Samuel, etc. Fill thy horn with oil,
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Againe. 2. Sam. 2 4. And the men of Judah came and there they anointed David King over the house of Judah: so 1. Cron. 29.22. and they made Solomon King the second time, and anointed him to the Lord to be chief Governor.
Again. 2. Sam. 2 4. And the men of Judah Come and there they anointed David King over the house of Judah: so 1. Cron. 29.22. and they made Solomon King the second time, and anointed him to the Lord to be chief Governor.
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And from the use of this ceremonie it is that Kings in Scripture are often called the Lord's anointed, as you may see, 1. Sam. 24.6. God forbid that I should do this thing unto my Master the Lord's anointed, &c. Seing he is the anointed of the Lord. So, Isa. 45.1. thus saith the Lord to his anointed, to Cyrus, &c. and in many other places.
And from the use of this ceremony it is that Kings in Scripture Are often called the Lord's anointed, as you may see, 1. Sam. 24.6. God forbid that I should do this thing unto my Master the Lord's anointed, etc. Sing he is the anointed of the Lord. So, Isaiah 45.1. thus Says the Lord to his anointed, to Cyrus, etc. and in many other places.
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2. A hopefull Prince, a Prince from whom they might expect much good, both to the Church and Sate of Israel, and that because he was, 1. A very pious Prince. 2. A very wise, and prudent Prince. 3. A beloved Prince, beloved even of God himselfe with a speciall love,
2. A hopeful Prince, a Prince from whom they might expect much good, both to the Church and Sat of Israel, and that Because he was, 1. A very pious Prince. 2. A very wise, and prudent Prince. 3. A Beloved Prince, Beloved even of God himself with a special love,
and therefore called Jedediah. 2 Sam. 12.24, 25. And she bare a son and he called his name Solomon, and the Lord loved him, &c. and he called his name Jedidiah, because of the Lord.
and Therefore called jedidiah. 2 Sam. 12.24, 25. And she bore a son and he called his name Solomon, and the Lord loved him, etc. and he called his name Jedidiah, Because of the Lord.
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Now the consideration of these and such like things, was the cause why the people present at his proclamation and inauguration were thus transported with exceeding great joy and rejoycing.
Now the consideration of these and such like things, was the cause why the people present At his proclamation and inauguration were thus transported with exceeding great joy and rejoicing.
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That the accession of a lawfull hopefull Prince to the actuall excercise of Rule and Government, is a thing greatly to be rejoyced in, by all those over whom he is to rule and govern.
That the accession of a lawful hopeful Prince to the actual Exercise of Rule and Government, is a thing greatly to be rejoiced in, by all those over whom he is to Rule and govern.
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1. That this is a thing greatly to be rejoyced in, &c. is evident by the universall practice of all good and loyall subjects in all Ages Countryes and Nations:
1. That this is a thing greatly to be rejoiced in, etc. is evident by the universal practice of all good and loyal subject's in all Ages Countries and nations:
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whose constant use it hath been, to solemnize the accession of their lawfull hopefull Princes to actuall rule and Government, with all outward Domonstrations of joy and rejoycing.
whose constant use it hath been, to solemnize the accession of their lawful hopeful Princes to actual Rule and Government, with all outward Domonstrations of joy and rejoicing.
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How excessively did this people here reioyce at Solomon's accession to the Throne? this was matter of rejoycing, not onely to the common rabble and rude multitude,
How excessively did this people Here rejoice At Solomon's accession to the Throne? this was matter of rejoicing, not only to the Common rabble and rude multitude,
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Because the accession of such a Prince to actuall Rule and Government will assuredly prevent, or put to an end many (otherwise) unavoidable mischeifs and inconveniencies, to which the people of a State and Kingdome are incident,
Because the accession of such a Prince to actual Rule and Government will assuredly prevent, or put to an end many (otherwise) unavoidable mischiefs and inconveniences, to which the people of a State and Kingdom Are incident,
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1. The accession of such a Prince to actual Rule and Government, will either prevent or put to an end the aspiring attempts of proud and ambitious men, to exalt themselves to the highest place of power and authority;
1. The accession of such a Prince to actual Rule and Government, will either prevent or put to an end the aspiring attempts of proud and ambitious men, to exalt themselves to the highest place of power and Authority;
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When a People are without a lawful Prince to rule them, every ambitious person that can but head a Faction, will be ready to take the opportunity of setling himself upon the Throne.
When a People Are without a lawful Prince to Rule them, every ambitious person that can but head a Faction, will be ready to take the opportunity of settling himself upon the Throne.
Now the mischiefs and inconveniencies that befall a State or Kingdome by the aspiring attempts of ambitious men, to possesse themselvs of power and authority, are innumerable.
Now the mischiefs and inconveniences that befall a State or Kingdom by the aspiring attempts of ambitious men, to possess themselves of power and Authority, Are innumerable.
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Such were the mischiefs that befel the people of the ten Tribes (upon this account) after their revolt from the House of David. After they had rejected their lawful Sovereign, those that were ambitious were still scrambling for Authority amongst them:
Such were the mischiefs that befell the people of the ten Tribes (upon this account) After their revolt from the House of David. After they had rejected their lawful Sovereign, those that were ambitious were still scrambling for authority among them:
2. The accession of such a Prince to rule and government will either prevent, or put to an end, the Tyrannies and Cruelties which are usually exercised by such as exalt themselves, and usurp Authority.
2. The accession of such a Prince to Rule and government will either prevent, or put to an end, the Tyrannies and Cruelties which Are usually exercised by such as exalt themselves, and usurp authority.
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It is almost impossible for a Prince to be a Tyrant in Title, and not be a Tyrant in Exercise. Such as get power wickedly, do (for the most part) use it unjustly:
It is almost impossible for a Prince to be a Tyrant in Title, and not be a Tyrant in Exercise. Such as get power wickedly, doe (for the most part) use it unjustly:
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The truth of this evidently appears almost in the whole series of the Kings of Israel after their revolt from the House of David. The most of them were not only Tyrants in Title, but in Exercise also.
The truth of this evidently appears almost in the Whole series of the Kings of Israel After their revolt from the House of David. The most of them were not only Tyrants in Title, but in Exercise also.
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3. The accession of such a Prince to Rule and Government, will assuredly prevent or put to an end, those Rapines and Oppressions whereby the people are subject to be oppressed, every one by another, and every one by his Neighbour.
3. The accession of such a Prince to Rule and Government, will assuredly prevent or put to an end, those Rapines and Oppressions whereby the people Are Subject to be oppressed, every one by Another, and every one by his Neighbour.
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as appears by 3. Isa. 4,5. And I will give children to be their Princes, and babes shall rule over them and the people shall be oppressed every one by another and every one by his Neighbour:
as appears by 3. Isaiah 4,5. And I will give children to be their Princes, and babes shall Rule over them and the people shall be oppressed every one by Another and every one by his Neighbour:
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But the accession of a lawfull and hopefull Prince, &c. will undoubtedly prevent, or put to an end these mischievous evils that else would happen to that people over which he is to rule.
But the accession of a lawful and hopeful Prince, etc. will undoubtedly prevent, or put to an end these mischievous evils that Else would happen to that people over which he is to Rule.
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or put to an end those mischeivous disputes, and divisions, which otherwise will arise amongst a people, about the particular forme of Government, the person,
or put to an end those mischievous disputes, and divisions, which otherwise will arise among a people, about the particular Form of Government, the person,
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5. The accession of a lawfull hopeful Prince to Rule and Government, will also prevent or put to an end those frequent and mischievous changes in government, to which a State and Kingdom is Subject through the want of such a Prince to Rule and govern it.
5. The accession of a lawful hopeful Prince to Rule and Government, will also prevent or put to an end those frequent and mischievous changes in government, to which a State and Kingdom is Subject through the want of such a Prince to Rule and govern it.
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Frequent changes in government, either in respect of the persons ruling, or the form of government by which it is ruled, are very destructive and mischievous to it.
Frequent changes in government, either in respect of the Persons ruling, or the from of government by which it is ruled, Are very destructive and mischievous to it.
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For the transgression of a Land, many are the Princes thereof, &c. And of all Kingdoms those are most subject to this destroying Judgment, where their lawful Sovereign is rejected,
For the Transgression of a Land, many Are the Princes thereof, etc. And of all Kingdoms those Are most Subject to this destroying Judgement, where their lawful Sovereign is rejected,
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How often did the ten Tribes change their Rulers, after their Revolt from the House of David? and what frequent changes, both of Governors and Government have we seen in this Nation,
How often did the ten Tribes change their Rulers, After their Revolt from the House of David? and what frequent changes, both of Governors and Government have we seen in this nation,
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by a lawful Prince, who is wise and prudent the state thereof shall be preserved, viz. from such frequent and mischievous changes of its Governors and Rulers.
by a lawful Prince, who is wise and prudent the state thereof shall be preserved, viz. from such frequent and mischievous changes of its Governors and Rulers.
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and therefore the accession of a lawful hopeful Prince to actual Rule and Government, is a thing greatly to be rejoyced in by those over whom he is to rule. But secondly,
and Therefore the accession of a lawful hopeful Prince to actual Rule and Government, is a thing greatly to be rejoiced in by those over whom he is to Rule. But secondly,
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and therefore God promiseth to bestow such upon his people as a great blessing to them, Isa. 1.26. And I will restore thy Judges as at the first, and thy Counsellors as at the beginning, i. e.
and Therefore God promises to bestow such upon his people as a great blessing to them, Isaiah 1.26. And I will restore thy Judges as At the First, and thy Counsellors as At the beginning, i. e.
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I will give thee Rulers like unto those which I set over thee, when thou wert first constituted a State and Kingdom? such as were Moses, Joshua, Samuel, David, &c. such as shall be Instruments of much good unto thee;
I will give thee Rulers like unto those which I Set over thee, when thou Wertenberg First constituted a State and Kingdom? such as were Moses, joshua, Samuel, David, etc. such as shall be Instruments of much good unto thee;
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The whole time of the Reign of Solomon, they did not onely injoy peace; (acording as God had promised they should 1 Chron. 22.9. For his name shall be Solomon, and I will give Peace and quietnesse unto Israel in his dayes.
The Whole time of the Reign of Solomon, they did not only enjoy peace; (according as God had promised they should 1 Chronicles 22.9. For his name shall be Solomon, and I will give Peace and quietness unto Israel in his days.
) But also great plenty and prosperity, as you may see 1 King. 10.27. And the King made silver to be in Jerusalem as stones, and Cedars made he to be as the Sycamore trees which are in the vale for abundance. And 2 Chron. 1.15. in the same words.
) But also great plenty and Prosperity, as you may see 1 King. 10.27. And the King made silver to be in Jerusalem as stones, and Cedars made he to be as the Sycamore trees which Are in the vale for abundance. And 2 Chronicles 1.15. in the same words.
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as a peares by many instances, especially by his decision of the difference betwixt the two Harlots about the living child. 1 king. 3 from the 16 to the end.
as a pears by many instances, especially by his decision of the difference betwixt the two Harlots about the living child. 1 King. 3 from the 16 to the end.
Ʋsurpers bestow their rewards and preferments upon such as are rightest for their turne, but lawfull Princes (if they are wise and prudent) upon them who are most deserving,
Ʋsurpers bestow their rewards and preferments upon such as Are Rightest for their turn, but lawful Princes (if they Are wise and prudent) upon them who Are most deserving,
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yea nearest to his person in attendance upon him, Psal. 101. throughout, but especially ver. 6. Mine eyes shall be upon the faithfull of the land, that they may dwell with me.
yea nearest to his person in attendance upon him, Psalm 101. throughout, but especially ver. 6. Mine eyes shall be upon the faithful of the land, that they may dwell with me.
Ʋsurpers, for the most part, are Corrupters and Suppressers of the truth and power of Religion. Such a one was Jeroboam, and those Kings that succeeded him in his Ʋsurpation, as you may see, 1 Kings 12.26, 27. &c. to the end.
Ʋsurpers, for the most part, Are Corrupters and Suppressers of the truth and power of Religion. Such a one was Jeroboam, and those Kings that succeeded him in his Ʋsurpation, as you may see, 1 Kings 12.26, 27. etc. to the end.
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You may see more of this in the Histories of his Successors, recorded in the Books of the Kings and Chronicles. But on the contrary, such as are lawful and pious Princes, are Preservers, Promoters,
You may see more of this in the Histories of his Successors, recorded in the Books of the Kings and Chronicles. But on the contrary, such as Are lawful and pious Princes, Are Preservers, Promoters,
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Such were all the godly Kings of Judah: Such a one was Asa, 1 Kings 15.11, 12, 13, 14, 15. And Asa did that which was right in the eyes of the Lord, as did David his Father.
Such were all the godly Kings of Judah: Such a one was Asa, 1 Kings 15.11, 12, 13, 14, 15. And Asa did that which was right in the eyes of the Lord, as did David his Father.
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and so was his Son and Successor Jehosaphat, 1 Kings 22.41, 42, 43. He walked in all the wayes of Asa his Father, he turned not aside from it, doing that which was right in the eyes of the Lord, &c. Such a one was Hezekiah, he did not content himself with the Reformation of his Predecessors,
and so was his Son and Successor Jehoshaphat, 1 Kings 22.41, 42, 43. He walked in all the ways of Asa his Father, he turned not aside from it, doing that which was right in the eyes of the Lord, etc. Such a one was Hezekiah, he did not content himself with the Reformation of his Predecessors,
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He did not only break the Images, but he also removed the High places, as you may see, 2 Kings 18.3, 4. And so we finde, that Solomon's accession to the Throne made much for the advantage of Religion, and the Professors of it.
He did not only break the Images, but he also removed the High places, as you may see, 2 Kings 18.3, 4. And so we find, that Solomon's accession to the Throne made much for the advantage of Religion, and the Professors of it.
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2. I shall therefore come to the second Use, a Use of Exhortation, to exhort and stir you up to the observation of the solemnity of this day with all possible joy and cordial rejoycing.
2. I shall Therefore come to the second Use, a Use of Exhortation, to exhort and stir you up to the observation of the solemnity of this day with all possible joy and cordial rejoicing.
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Now to quicken and raise your hearts to a rejoicing suitable to the solemnity of this day, consider, you have as good cause of rejoicing at the Solemnity of this day,
Now to quicken and raise your hearts to a rejoicing suitable to the solemnity of this day, Consider, you have as good cause of rejoicing At the Solemnity of this day,
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as they had who were present at the Proclamation and Inauguration of Solomon: Seeing the Prince, whose Proclamation-Solemnities you are this day to observe, may be in some measure (and that without flattery) compar'd with Solomon, at whose Proclamation this people so greatly rejoyced:
as they had who were present At the Proclamation and Inauguration of Solomon: Seeing the Prince, whose Proclamation-Solemnities you Are this day to observe, may be in Some measure (and that without flattery) compared with Solomon, At whose Proclamation this people so greatly rejoiced:
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but a Prince by lineal succession and inherent birth-right, being lineally descended by the Father of glorious memory, from James of blessed memory, the 6. of Scotland, but the first of Great Britain, France and Ireland; and by the Mother, from that great and worthy Heroe of his age, Henry the 4. of France. So that our King is, on both sides, the Son of Nobles. And when it is so, Solomon tels you, the Land is blessed, Eccles. 10.17.
but a Prince by lineal succession and inherent birthright, being lineally descended by the Father of glorious memory, from James of blessed memory, the 6. of Scotland, but the First of Great Britain, France and Ireland; and by the Mother, from that great and worthy Hero of his age, Henry the 4. of France. So that our King is, on both sides, the Son of Nobles. And when it is so, Solomon tells you, the Land is blessed, Eccles. 10.17.
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We need not now to feare the aspiring ambition either of a Cromwell or a Lambert. Nor need we now feare of being kept in bondage and slavery by an inconsiderable part of a Parliament, or a Phanatick Committee of safety under the notion of a free State, or Commonwealth.
We need not now to Fear the aspiring ambition either of a Cromwell or a Lambert. Nor need we now Fear of being kept in bondage and slavery by an inconsiderable part of a Parliament, or a Fanatic Committee of safety under the notion of a free State, or Commonwealth.
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3. We have ground to hope that his accession to actuall rule and government, will be a meanes of much good both to our selves and the whole Nation. There is now hopes,
3. We have ground to hope that his accession to actual Rule and government, will be a means of much good both to our selves and the Whole nation. There is now hope's,
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We need not now to fear of being outlawed for refusing to perjure our selves by subscribing an Engagement, or taking an Oath of abjuration, contrary to our former Oaths of allegiance and supremacy, or solemn league and covenant.
We need not now to Fear of being outlawed for refusing to perjure our selves by subscribing an Engagement, or taking an Oath of abjuration, contrary to our former Oaths of allegiance and supremacy, or solemn league and Covenant.
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England hath been as renowned a Nation as any in the world, both for Courage, Policy, and Pyety. But the strange actings of some men in our late revolutions,
England hath been as renowned a nation as any in the world, both for Courage, Policy, and Pyety. But the strange actings of Some men in our late revolutions,
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and from henceforth enjoy the Gospel, Gospel-worship and ordinances in their full power and purity and so (in due time) through the blessing of God, see an end of all our seperations and Church divisions.
and from henceforth enjoy the Gospel, Gospel worship and ordinances in their full power and purity and so (in due time) through the blessing of God, see an end of all our separations and Church divisions.
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if we consider, 1. The various & even miraculous providences of God towards him. 2. If we consider his Majesty in respect of his personall qualifications for rule and Government. I begin with the first.
if we Consider, 1. The various & even miraculous providences of God towards him. 2. If we Consider his Majesty in respect of his personal qualifications for Rule and Government. I begin with the First.
This very course he took with Joseph, Gen. 37.27, &c. with Moses, Exod. 2.15. with David: He suffered him by the Tyranny of Saul, to be driven out from the Inheritance of the Lord, 1 Sam. 26.19.
This very course he took with Joseph, Gen. 37.27, etc. with Moses, Exod 2.15. with David: He suffered him by the Tyranny of Saul, to be driven out from the Inheritance of the Lord, 1 Sam. 26.19.
It is not imaginable, that one who hath so long groaned under tyranny, should become a Tyrant; that one who hath so long felt the smart of injustice, should be unjust to others.
It is not imaginable, that one who hath so long groaned under tyranny, should become a Tyrant; that one who hath so long felt the smart of injustice, should be unjust to Others.
In this respect God hath wrought well-nigh as wonderfully for him, as he did for Moses, Joseph, or David: And this, to me, is another Argument, that God hath designed him to be an Instrument of much good to these Nations, and to his Church and people in them.
In this respect God hath wrought well-nigh as wonderfully for him, as he did for Moses, Joseph, or David: And this, to me, is Another Argument, that God hath designed him to be an Instrument of much good to these nations, and to his Church and people in them.
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and declare against the Councel of Turkish-Christian-Janisaries, and their Committee of Safety. Both which, by the special providence of God, he quickly scattered as dust before the wind.
and declare against the Council of Turkish-Christian-Janisaries, and their Committee of Safety. Both which, by the special providence of God, he quickly scattered as dust before the wind.
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4. In raising a spirit of courage in the generality of the people, throughout this Nation, to declare for the admission of the secluded Members, and the calling of a free Parliament, both which, with the blessing of God upon the General's prudent management of affairs, we have seen effected.
4. In raising a Spirit of courage in the generality of the people, throughout this nation, to declare for the admission of the secluded Members, and the calling of a free Parliament, both which, with the blessing of God upon the General's prudent management of affairs, we have seen effected.
5. In putting it into the hearts of this present Parliament, (acording to their duty and allegiance) to restore his sacred Majesty; & in turning about the hearts of all the Commanders, both by sea and land to receive his most Royal Majesty againe into his Dominions.
5. In putting it into the hearts of this present Parliament, (according to their duty and allegiance) to restore his sacred Majesty; & in turning about the hearts of all the Commanders, both by sea and land to receive his most Royal Majesty again into his Dominions.
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In all which the wonderfull power and providence of God hath signally apeared. So that we may say of our Sovereigne's Restitution what David said of our Saviors Exaltation. Psal. 118.22, 23. The stone which the Builders refused is become the head stone of the corner;
In all which the wonderful power and providence of God hath signally appeared. So that we may say of our Sovereigne's Restitution what David said of our Saviors Exaltation. Psalm 118.22, 23. The stone which the Builders refused is become the head stone of the corner;
And upon this ground we have reason to hope for much approaching good to these Nations by the accession of his most excellent Majesty to the exercise of Rule and Government.
And upon this ground we have reason to hope for much approaching good to these nations by the accession of his most excellent Majesty to the exercise of Rule and Government.
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2. If you consider him in himself (I mean his most excellent Majesty) without the least respect to these signall and (in a manner) miraculous providences of God towards him;
2. If you Consider him in himself (I mean his most excellent Majesty) without the least respect to these signal and (in a manner) miraculous providences of God towards him;
you shall find him in all respects a very hopeful Prince, every way as hopefull as any that hath hitherto swayed the imperiall Scepter of these Dominions.
you shall find him in all respects a very hopeful Prince, every Way as hopeful as any that hath hitherto swayed the imperial Sceptre of these Dominions.
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indeed if you look upon him under that shape and representation wherein our late Ʋsurpers have from time to time exposed him to publick view, you cannot but thinke him the unfittest person in the world to wear the Imperial Crowne of these Realmes.
indeed if you look upon him under that shape and representation wherein our late Ʋsurpers have from time to time exposed him to public view, you cannot but think him the unfittest person in the world to wear the Imperial Crown of these Realms.
But I hope you have attained to more grace and wisdom than to believe what his persecuting enemies, by Jesuitical example and inspiration, have reported of him, who have done by him as the Papists of old did by John Husse. They have (as it were) cloathed him in a coat of painted Devils:
But I hope you have attained to more grace and Wisdom than to believe what his persecuting enemies, by Jesuitical Exampl and inspiration, have reported of him, who have done by him as the Papists of old did by John Husse. They have (as it were) clothed him in a coat of painted Devils:
And this I shall doe not to curry favour, but to satisfie your doubts, and quiet your feares concerning his Majesty, whose excellent endowments I am fully perswaded, doe far transcend what my tongue or pen can express of him.
And this I shall do not to curry favour, but to satisfy your doubts, and quiet your fears Concerning his Majesty, whose excellent endowments I am Fully persuaded, do Far transcend what my tongue or pen can express of him.
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His most capitall enemy Oliver, then General against him, at a publick festival entertainment in London upon the occasion of his victory over his Majesties Army, there gave this testimony of him.
His most capital enemy Oliver, then General against him, At a public festival entertainment in London upon the occasion of his victory over his Majesties Army, there gave this testimony of him.
Which together with the unconquerableness of his spirit under all his (sufficiently great) sufferings, is an evident demonstration of the more than ordinary stoutness of his spirit, acording to that of Solomon. Pro. 18.14. The spirit of a man will sustain his infirmity.
Which together with the unconquerableness of his Spirit under all his (sufficiently great) sufferings, is an evident demonstration of the more than ordinary stoutness of his Spirit, according to that of Solomon. Pro 18.14. The Spirit of a man will sustain his infirmity.
2. If you view him with an unprejudiced eye, you shall finde him to be a very wise and prudent Prince: a Prince, who is neither a Childe in age, nor in understanding. He is not like Rehoboam, who at 40 years of age was but a very Baby, both in respect of wisdom and experience,
2. If you view him with an unprejudiced eye, you shall find him to be a very wise and prudent Prince: a Prince, who is neither a Child in age, nor in understanding. He is not like Rehoboam, who At 40 Years of age was but a very Baby, both in respect of Wisdom and experience,
and I will add to your yoke, &c. So when all Israel saw, that the King harkened not unto them, the People answered the King, saying, What portion have we in David? &c. and in respect of this his imprudence he was said to be young and tender-hearted, 2 Chron. 13.7. although he had at that time compleated the 41. year of his age, as appears in 2 Chron. 12.13. — for Rehoboam was 41 years old when he began to reign.
and I will add to your yoke, etc. So when all Israel saw, that the King hearkened not unto them, the People answered the King, saying, What portion have we in David? etc. and in respect of this his imprudence he was said to be young and tender-hearted, 2 Chronicles 13.7. although he had At that time completed the 41. year of his age, as appears in 2 Chronicles 12.13. — for Rehoboam was 41 Years old when he began to Reign.
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But, blessed be God, our Prince may more fitly be compar'd unto Solomon, who, though much younger in years than Rehoboam, is yet many years elder in wisdom and experience;
But, blessed be God, our Prince may more fitly be compared unto Solomon, who, though much younger in Years than Rehoboam, is yet many Years elder in Wisdom and experience;
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which Princely vertue, together with his right to these Dominions, he hath, through the grace and mercy of God, derived from his Grandfather James, the first of Great Brittain, the Solomon of his Age;
which Princely virtue, together with his right to these Dominions, he hath, through the grace and mercy of God, derived from his Grandfather James, the First of Great Britain, the Solomon of his Age;
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It may be, some may think, this latter had been his best and wisest course: Seeing, by the aid of such he might have made himself more great and absolute,
It may be, Some may think, this latter had been his best and Wisest course: Seeing, by the aid of such he might have made himself more great and absolute,
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Had strangers endeavoured his Restitution by force of Arms, it is probable that many (if not the most of those who have been active to bring him in, would have been meerly passive in it,
Had Strangers endeavoured his Restitution by force of Arms, it is probable that many (if not the most of those who have been active to bring him in, would have been merely passive in it,
We are not without instances of the like practises of Strangers in former Ages, who (when they have conquered their enemies) to set up themselves, did not stick to depose those very Princes that called them in to their assistance.
We Are not without instances of the like practises of Strangers in former Ages, who (when they have conquered their enemies) to Set up themselves, did not stick to depose those very Princes that called them in to their assistance.
Now though foreign force may over-awe, yet it cannot gain the hearts of Subjects, though it may force them to submit to the power of their Prince, it will never cause them cheerfully to obey their Prince.
Now though foreign force may overawe, yet it cannot gain the hearts of Subject's, though it may force them to submit to the power of their Prince, it will never cause them cheerfully to obey their Prince.
And therefore this our Prince, in choosing to be restored by his Subjects, rather than by forreign force, hath chosen the best way of accession to his Throne,
And Therefore this our Prince, in choosing to be restored by his Subject's, rather than by foreign force, hath chosen the best Way of accession to his Throne,
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2. He hath discovered his eminent wisdome and prudence, by his choosing the Recovery of his Right by a gracious composure of things with his truly loyal and faithful Subjects, who in the late unhappy differences adhered both to King and Parliament, rather than to attempt the regaining of it by the forcible help and aid of such as stile themselves The Royal party. Doubtless, he wanted not some, who (like Rehoboams young and heady Councellors) gave him advice to take this course.
2. He hath discovered his eminent Wisdom and prudence, by his choosing the Recovery of his Right by a gracious composure of things with his truly loyal and faithful Subject's, who in the late unhappy differences adhered both to King and Parliament, rather than to attempt the regaining of it by the forcible help and aid of such as style themselves The Royal party. Doubtless, he wanted not Some, who (like Rehoboams young and heady Councillors) gave him Advice to take this course.
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but having found by constant experience, that all endeavors this way have proved abortive and unsuccessfull, by reason of the indiscretion of some, and the treachery of others;
but having found by constant experience, that all endeavors this Way have proved abortive and unsuccessful, by reason of the indiscretion of Some, and the treachery of Others;
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who, after he had fought many Battels, and obtained as many signal Victories, chose to obtain the possession of his Crown of France by treaty and capitulation, rather than to endeavour the recovery of it by making use of further force and violence.
who, After he had fought many Battles, and obtained as many signal Victories, chosen to obtain the possession of his Crown of France by treaty and capitulation, rather than to endeavour the recovery of it by making use of further force and violence.
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And in this respect also he hath shewed himself to be every way as wise, as Rehoboam, by his contrary practice, discovered himself to be weak and foolish.
And in this respect also he hath showed himself to be every Way as wise, as Rehoboam, by his contrary practice, discovered himself to be weak and foolish.
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or doe, what his best and wisest Subjects shall thinke best and most honorable for him, in order to the settlement of his Dominions in safety, peace & honor;
or do, what his best and Wisest Subject's shall think best and most honourable for him, in order to the settlement of his Dominions in safety, peace & honour;
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As Rehoboam would certainely have done, had he put in execution the Counsell of the old experienced men. 1 Kings. 12.7. Constant experience sheweth us that Princes gaine more by complying than they do by contesting with their Subjects.
As Rehoboam would Certainly have done, had he put in execution the Counsel of the old experienced men. 1 Kings. 12.7. Constant experience shows us that Princes gain more by complying than they do by contesting with their Subject's.
this Solomons old experienced Counsellors did very well understand, and therefore advised Rehoboam to comply with his Subjects and to abate something of the rigour of his fathers Government.
this Solomons old experienced Counsellors did very well understand, and Therefore advised Rehoboam to comply with his Subject's and to abate something of the rigour of his Father's Government.
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And this also was well understood by Queen Elizabeth, the wonder both of her age and sex for masculine wisdome and valour who (by gratifying her Subjects just demands in Parliament) became, in a manner the sole and absolute Mistris both of her Subjects hearts, hands, and purses.
And this also was well understood by Queen Elizabeth, the wonder both of her age and sex for masculine Wisdom and valour who (by gratifying her Subject's just demands in Parliament) became, in a manner the sole and absolute Mistress both of her Subject's hearts, hands, and purses.
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than godly and learned Divines, whose whole work and business it is to study the minde and will of God? Besides, this is that means that God himself hath appointed for the curing of these evils,
than godly and learned Divines, whose Whole work and business it is to study the mind and will of God? Beside, this is that means that God himself hath appointed for the curing of these evils,
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5. If your view him well with an impartial eye, you shal finde him to be an exceeding Patient and long-fuffering Prince; a vertue so necessary, that without it a Prince cannot mannage the affairs of his Kingdome.
5. If your view him well with an impartial eye, you shall find him to be an exceeding Patient and long-suffering Prince; a virtue so necessary, that without it a Prince cannot manage the affairs of his Kingdom.
1. In bearing his great and extraordinary afflictions and the persecutions of his enemies, and unkindnesses of his pretended friends in foreign parts. 1. Without murmurring. 2. Without fainting.
1. In bearing his great and extraordinary afflictions and the persecutions of his enemies, and Unkindnesses of his pretended Friends in foreign parts. 1. Without murmuring. 2. Without fainting.
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In respect of murmuring, (for any thing I have heard) he was like David, dumh, and opened not his mouth, because he knew his suffering was the Lords doing, Psal. 39.9.
In respect of murmuring, (for any thing I have herd) he was like David, dumh, and opened not his Mouth, Because he knew his suffering was the lords doing, Psalm 39.9.
2. This princely vertue appears eminently in him, by his waiting upon God in his greatest straits, with hope and confidence of his goodness and mercy, to bring about his Restitution to Rule and Government in his own way and time.
2. This princely virtue appears eminently in him, by his waiting upon God in his greatest straits, with hope and confidence of his Goodness and mercy, to bring about his Restitution to Rule and Government in his own Way and time.
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Behold, this evil is of the Lord, what should I wait for the Lord any longer? Or else he would have turn'd aside to the use of sinful & unlawful means, had he not been a patient Prince, he would have been in danger of changing his religion in hopes to gain his earthly Crowns,
Behold, this evil is of the Lord, what should I wait for the Lord any longer? Or Else he would have turned aside to the use of sinful & unlawful means, had he not been a patient Prince, he would have been in danger of changing his Religion in hope's to gain his earthly Crowns,
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2. In that he still retaines his princely and paternall affections to his Subjects, notwithstanding all the provocations wherewith he hath been provoked.
2. In that he still retains his princely and paternal affections to his Subject's, notwithstanding all the provocations wherewith he hath been provoked.
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And that, 1. In his passions. 2. In his affections. The moderation of his passions appears by his endeavors to allay and moderate the passions of some, who stile themselves the King's (or Royal) party.
And that, 1. In his passion. 2. In his affections. The moderation of his passion appears by his endeavors to allay and moderate the passion of Some, who style themselves the King's (or Royal) party.
as evidently appears, by his referring the settlement of things to the Parliament. 2. By his resolution to be advised by the Parliament in all things which doe concerne both Church and Sate Affaires. 3. By his willingness to part with his Lands and Revenues (if the Parliament shall thinke fit) in order to the settlement of these Nations in peace and tranquility.
as evidently appears, by his referring the settlement of things to the Parliament. 2. By his resolution to be advised by the Parliament in all things which do concern both Church and Sat Affairs. 3. By his willingness to part with his Lands and Revenues (if the Parliament shall think fit) in order to the settlement of these nations in peace and tranquillity.
6. If you look upon him with an impartial eye, you shall finde him to be a Gracious, mercifull, and compassionate Prince, which princely vertues do eminently appear in him,
6. If you look upon him with an impartial eye, you shall find him to be a Gracious, merciful, and compassionate Prince, which princely Virtues do eminently appear in him,
1. By his readinesse to pardon his worst of Enemies, who are not resolved to persist in their enmity against him, excepting such as the Parliament shall think fit to exempt from pardon.
1. By his readiness to pardon his worst of Enemies, who Are not resolved to persist in their enmity against him, excepting such as the Parliament shall think fit to exempt from pardon.
In which respect he hath shewed himself to be a follower of David, (that man who was one after Gods own heart ) who granted an act of Grace to Shimei, who cursed,
In which respect he hath showed himself to be a follower of David, (that man who was one After God's own heart) who granted an act of Grace to Shimei, who cursed,
and threw stones at him, when he fled from Jerusalem for fear of Absalom, as you may see by comparing 2 Sam. 16.5, 6, 7, 8. with 2 Sam. 19.18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23. 2. By declaring his readinesse to grant a General pardon to all parties amongst us;
and threw stones At him, when he fled from Jerusalem for Fear of Absalom, as you may see by comparing 2 Sam. 16.5, 6, 7, 8. with 2 Sam. 19.18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23. 2. By declaring his readiness to grant a General pardon to all parties among us;
4. By his declared Resolution, to extend his princely love and favour to all his deserving Subjects, of what party soever, without putting the least distinction or difference between them.
4. By his declared Resolution, to extend his princely love and favour to all his deserving Subject's, of what party soever, without putting the least distinction or difference between them.
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probably to be so, and this is the greatest assurance that we can have of any mans piety and religior, in the world, 1 Pet. 5.12. By Silvanus a faithfull Brother (as I suppose.) Now that he is so, is very probable.
probably to be so, and this is the greatest assurance that we can have of any men piety and religior, in the world, 1 Pet. 5.12. By Silvanus a faithful Brother (as I suppose.) Now that he is so, is very probable.
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1. By his adhering to the true Protestant Religion, notwithstanding, 1. The injurious dealing of professed Protestants, both with his Royal Father and himselfe. 2. The many kindnesses of Papists heaped upon him, together with their strong temptations to corrupt and seduce him.
1. By his adhering to the true Protestant Religion, notwithstanding, 1. The injurious dealing of professed Protestants, both with his Royal Father and himself. 2. The many Kindnesses of Papists heaped upon him, together with their strong temptations to corrupt and seduce him.
for some who do not only profess themselves to be Protestants, but to be the most refined and reformed Protestants in the world, have, by those not to be parallel'd injuries they have done him, given him the justest occasion that could be given, to renounce the Protestant Religion: As namely,
for Some who do not only profess themselves to be Protestants, but to be the most refined and reformed Protestants in the world, have, by those not to be paralleled injuries they have done him, given him the Justest occasion that could be given, to renounce the Protestant Religion: As namely,
2. Their banishing him out of his own Dominions into Holland, from thence into France, and then into Flanders, amongst the most rigid and zealous sort of Papists: by which acts they did,
2. Their banishing him out of his own Dominions into Holland, from thence into France, and then into Flanders, among the most rigid and zealous sort of Papists: by which acts they did,
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as it were, bid him to go, and to be a Papist. As David complained that Saul did in effect, bid him to go and serve other gods, 1 Sam. 26.19. 2. As the injuries done him by seduced Protestants have been many, which might have caused him to distast the Protestant Religion;
as it were, bid him to go, and to be a Papist. As David complained that Saul did in Effect, bid him to go and serve other God's, 1 Sam. 26.19. 2. As the injuries done him by seduced Protestants have been many, which might have caused him to distaste the Protestant Religion;
And it is not to be doubted but they have made use of both, as inducements to perswade him to forsake the protestant and to embrace the Popish Religion.
And it is not to be doubted but they have made use of both, as inducements to persuade him to forsake the protestant and to embrace the Popish Religion.
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and all other injuries done him, upon the Parliament and their whole Partie (though the most of them did detest it from their hearts, endeavoring to prevent it,
and all other injuries done him, upon the Parliament and their Whole Party (though the most of them did detest it from their hearts, endeavouring to prevent it,
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and do bewail it to this day) nay, they have not been wanting to suggest unto him, that the principles of Protestants do allow and encourage Subjects to murther and depose their King.
and do bewail it to this day) nay, they have not been wanting to suggest unto him, that the principles of Protestants do allow and encourage Subject's to murder and depose their King.
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This and much more, doubtlesse, they have suggested to him, that (if possible) they might work in him an abhorrency both of Protestants and of the protestant Religion.
This and much more, doubtless, they have suggested to him, that (if possible) they might work in him an abhorrency both of Protestants and of the protestant Religion.
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Whilst, no doubt, on the other hand, they have, upon all occasions, represented to him the Papists in his Dominions under the notion of his most Loyal Subjects, not sticking to tell him how much they have suffered (especially in Ireland ) for their Loyaltie to his late Majesty, (though the world knows they were in open rebellion against him before the war brake forth in England ) that they might at once gaine his affections both to his popish Subjects, and their Religion.
While, not doubt, on the other hand, they have, upon all occasions, represented to him the Papists in his Dominions under the notion of his most Loyal Subject's, not sticking to tell him how much they have suffered (especially in Ireland) for their Loyalty to his late Majesty, (though the world knows they were in open rebellion against him before the war brake forth in England) that they might At once gain his affections both to his popish Subject's, and their Religion.
I even conclude, that if any of us had been in his Majesty's condition, and if his temptations had been ours, we should not have stood so firm and unshaken as he hath done.
I even conclude, that if any of us had been in his Majesty's condition, and if his temptations had been ours, we should not have stood so firm and unshaken as he hath done.
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Now, Brethren, it is either pollicy or piety that hath preserved and kept him. But, 1. It cannot be imagined, that he hath been preserved meerly by policy.
Now, Brothers, it is either policy or piety that hath preserved and kept him. But, 1. It cannot be imagined, that he hath been preserved merely by policy.
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2. It must be piety and grace in the heart, which hath inabled him (in the midst of these temptations) to adhere unto the Protestant Religion, both in profession and practice;
2. It must be piety and grace in the heart, which hath enabled him (in the midst of these temptations) to adhere unto the Protestant Religion, both in profession and practice;
2. That he is a pious Prince is further probable, by his desire (whilst he was in Scotland ) to be delt plainly with, in respect of his own personal sins,
2. That he is a pious Prince is further probable, by his desire (while he was in Scotland) to be dealt plainly with, in respect of his own personal Sins,
In which respect he seemed to imitate Job, that great example and pattern of patience, who, in his affliction, begg'd of God, that he would make him to know his transgression and his sin, Job 13.23.
In which respect he seemed to imitate Job, that great Exampl and pattern of patience, who, in his affliction, begged of God, that he would make him to know his Transgression and his since, Job 13.23.
3. That he is probably a pious Prince, is further evident, by his meek and humble behaviour towards Mr. Douglas (both in the time of hearing and after) who, in his Coronation-Sermon, dealt both boldly and plainly with him, in laying open his own,
3. That he is probably a pious Prince, is further evident, by his meek and humble behaviour towards Mr. Douglas (both in the time of hearing and After) who, in his Coronation-Sermon, dealt both boldly and plainly with him, in laying open his own,
And now, Brethren, having spoken him a pious Prince, I have expressed the best, the all that can be said, to make it manifest to you, that he is a hopefull Prince, a Prince, by whose accession to the Throne, we may well hope for much approaching good both to our Church and State.
And now, Brothers, having spoken him a pious Prince, I have expressed the best, the all that can be said, to make it manifest to you, that he is a hopeful Prince, a Prince, by whose accession to the Throne, we may well hope for much approaching good both to our Church and State.
But here, I beseech you, let it not this day, or at any other time, express our joy for his Restitution to Rule and Government in any way displeasing to God,
But Here, I beseech you, let it not this day, or At any other time, express our joy for his Restitution to Rule and Government in any Way displeasing to God,
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Nay, it is a bruitish practice, against which even Heathens themselves have thought fit to enact and make Decrees, as you may see, Esther 1.8. And the drinking was according to the Law, none did compel, &c. Now in the custome of drinking Healths, it is imposed upon every man, that he drink the same quantity and measure that others do.
Nay, it is a brutish practice, against which even heathens themselves have Thought fit to enact and make Decrees, as you may see, Esther 1.8. And the drinking was according to the Law, none did compel, etc. Now in the custom of drinking Healths, it is imposed upon every man, that he drink the same quantity and measure that Others doe.
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Besides, to be upon our knees drinking, is a Ceremony fitter to be observed in an act of worship to Bacchus, than in our rejoycing at the Proclamation of a Prince so truly pious and Christian.
Beside, to be upon our knees drinking, is a Ceremony fitter to be observed in an act of worship to Bacchus, than in our rejoicing At the Proclamation of a Prince so truly pious and Christian.
seeing by so doing they represent him to the world in the shape of a sensual Bacchus, and not (as indeed he is) a truly noble and religious Prince, who eats in due season for strength and not for drunkenness.
seeing by so doing they represent him to the world in the shape of a sensual Bacchus, and not (as indeed he is) a truly noble and religious Prince, who eats in due season for strength and not for Drunkenness.
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as the Idolatrous and usurping Princes of Samaria did, as you may see Amos 6.1, 3, 4, 5, 6. Let us, I say, banish this wretched custome whereby the God of glory hath been so highly provoked, and thousands of precious souls have been eternally damned.
as the Idolatrous and usurping Princes of Samaria did, as you may see Amos 6.1, 3, 4, 5, 6. Let us, I say, banish this wretched custom whereby the God of glory hath been so highly provoked, and thousands of precious Souls have been eternally damned.
1. Let us express our joy in his Majesty's Restitution to his just rights both this day and all the days of our lives, by our putting up sincere, hearty, and importunate Prayers to God for him.
1. Let us express our joy in his Majesty's Restitution to his just rights both this day and all the days of our lives, by our putting up sincere, hearty, and importunate Prayers to God for him.
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Instead of being upon our knees drinking healths to him, let us often prostrate our selves before the Throne of Grace to pour out our selves to God for him.
Instead of being upon our knees drinking healths to him, let us often prostrate our selves before the Throne of Grace to pour out our selves to God for him.
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And so to do, the Apostle tels you, is good and acceptable in the sight of Godour Saviour, 1 Tim. 2.1, 2, 3. Express we then our joy in his Majesty's Restitution, by beseeching the God of life, health and Grace, 1. To give and to bestow upon him both health of body and length of days:
And so to do, the Apostle tells you, is good and acceptable in the sighed of Godour Saviour, 1 Tim. 2.1, 2, 3. Express we then our joy in his Majesty's Restitution, by beseeching the God of life, health and Grace, 1. To give and to bestow upon him both health of body and length of days:
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2. That God would pour down upon him from day to day a greater portion of that Princely and governing spirit wherewith he hath already so plentifully indued him. 3. That he would cause his Crowne to flourish upon his head, maugre all that malice and hatred wherewith Satan hath filled his enemies hearts. 4. That he would give our Israel, both Church and State, peace and plenty, truth and prosperity, all his dayes. 5. That he would give him grace more and more to improve his authority for his glory and his Churches good:
2. That God would pour down upon him from day to day a greater portion of that Princely and governing Spirit wherewith he hath already so plentifully endued him. 3. That he would cause his Crown to flourish upon his head, maugre all that malice and hatred wherewith Satan hath filled his enemies hearts. 4. That he would give our Israel, both Church and State, peace and plenty, truth and Prosperity, all his days. 5. That he would give him grace more and more to improve his Authority for his glory and his Churches good:
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that so when he layeth down, together with his life, this transitory and earthly Crown, he may obtaine that heavenly and immortall Crown, which God hath laid up,
that so when he Layeth down, together with his life, this transitory and earthly Crown, he may obtain that heavenly and immortal Crown, which God hath laid up,
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and will bestow upon all those who love the Lord Jesus, and long for his appearing. 2 Tim. 4.8. 2. Let us express our joy in his Majesty's Restitution, &c. By all outward expressions of it that are lawfull and convenient.
and will bestow upon all those who love the Lord jesus, and long for his appearing. 2 Tim. 4.8. 2. Let us express our joy in his Majesty's Restitution, etc. By all outward expressions of it that Are lawful and convenient.
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3. Let us expresse our joy in his Majesty's Restitution, &c. By yeilding all cheerfulobedience and submission to his Majesty's person and just Authority all our dayes.
3. Let us express our joy in his Majesty's Restitution, etc. By yielding all cheerfulobedience and submission to his Majesty's person and just authority all our days.
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And this let us resolve to doe though it be improved by his sacred Majesty (as I doubt not but it will) for the enacting of lawes to curb and restraine us in the practise of Sin,
And this let us resolve to do though it be improved by his sacred Majesty (as I doubt not but it will) for the enacting of laws to curb and restrain us in the practice of since,
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and disobey his Authority another day, we shall but evidence our selves to be Hypocrites, and make our selves the more obnoxious to his wrath and justice.
and disobey his authority Another day, we shall but evidence our selves to be Hypocrites, and make our selves the more obnoxious to his wrath and Justice.
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4. Let us express our joy in His Majesty's Restitution, &c. By stopping our eares for ever against the bewitching temptations of such as are given to change.
4. Let us express our joy in His Majesty's Restitution, etc. By stopping our ears for ever against the bewitching temptations of such as Are given to change.
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Let the smart of our sufferings under past changes, cause us to dread the least thought of making our selves happy by tearing to pieces our antient and best forme of Government,
Let the smart of our sufferings under past changes, cause us to dread the least Thought of making our selves happy by tearing to Pieces our ancient and best Form of Government,
Let the monstrous opinions and horible confusions we have lately suffered under them, cause us to tremble at the mention of a Common-wealth Government, that hath begotten them.
Let the monstrous opinions and horrible confusions we have lately suffered under them, cause us to tremble At the mention of a Commonwealth Government, that hath begotten them.
But who was it that raised up those instruments? was it not God? who ( as the Apostle tells us, 1 Cor. 1.27, 28, 29.) hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise:
But who was it that raised up those Instruments? was it not God? who (as the Apostle tells us, 1 Cor. 1.27, 28, 29.) hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise:
Againe, tell me who gave them that wisdom and conrage wherby they have been enabled to effect what they have attempted? was it not God? doubtlesse it was.
Again, tell me who gave them that Wisdom and conrage whereby they have been enabled to Effect what they have attempted? was it not God? doubtless it was.
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And let us awaken and stir up our souls so to do, as David did his upon another account, Psal. 103.1. Let us bless him with our souls, by loving, fearing, and admiring of him, and all his incomprehensible attributes, discovered in bringing about His Majesty's restitution.
And let us awaken and stir up our Souls so to do, as David did his upon Another account, Psalm 103.1. Let us bless him with our Souls, by loving, fearing, and admiring of him, and all his incomprehensible attributes, discovered in bringing about His Majesty's restitution.
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Letus then in our rejoycing this day be speaking of God, and of those glorious attributes of God, which he hath discovered in bringing about this work:
Letus then in our rejoicing this day be speaking of God, and of those glorious attributes of God, which he hath discovered in bringing about this work:
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This way David resolved to blesse God, Psal. 26.7. & 145.5. and prophecyed that other men should do so too, Psal. 145.6, 7. yea, that one generation should tell the works of God to another, that he might not lose the honour of them, Psal. 145.4.
This Way David resolved to bless God, Psalm 26.7. & 145.5. and prophesied that other men should do so too, Psalm 145.6, 7. yea, that one generation should tell the works of God to Another, that he might not loose the honour of them, Psalm 145.4.
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So the present generation should bless God for his mercy in the restitution of his Majesty, by transmitting it to posterity, that the generations to come may praise him for it.
So the present generation should bless God for his mercy in the restitution of his Majesty, by transmitting it to posterity, that the generations to come may praise him for it.
Now that God hath restored His Majesty, let us sit down and consider with our selves what our personal sins are, whereby we did provoke God to suffer the worst of Tyrants to murther his Royal Father,
Now that God hath restored His Majesty, let us fit down and Consider with our selves what our personal Sins Are, whereby we did provoke God to suffer the worst of Tyrants to murder his Royal Father,
Let the consideration fo the great things God hath done for us, cause us to fear the Lord and serve him with our whole heart all our days, according to that of Samuel, 1 Sam. 12.24. though we have hitherto served Satan, and our own lusts, let us from henceforth resolve to serve no Master but God.
Let the consideration foe the great things God hath done for us, cause us to Fear the Lord and serve him with our Whole heart all our days, according to that of Samuel, 1 Sam. 12.24. though we have hitherto served Satan, and our own Lustiest, let us from henceforth resolve to serve no Master but God.
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ev en so now yield your members servants to righteousness unto holiness, according to that of the Apostle, Rom. 6.19. and both these things I earnestly beg of you. 1. For your owne sakes. 2. For His Majesty's sake.
ev en so now yield your members Servants to righteousness unto holiness, according to that of the Apostle, Rom. 6.19. and both these things I earnestly beg of you. 1. For your own sakes. 2. For His Majesty's sake.
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3. For the propagation of the truth and power of Godliness that all within his Majesty's Dominions may know the truth and express the power of Godliness in their lives and conversations.
3. For the propagation of the truth and power of Godliness that all within his Majesty's Dominions may know the truth and express the power of Godliness in their lives and conversations.
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4. Let us blesse God with our lives for this his mercy to us, in restoring his Majesty, by opening the doors of our hearts unto the Lord Jesus Christ, the King of glory, that he may erect his throne there,
4. Let us bless God with our lives for this his mercy to us, in restoring his Majesty, by opening the doors of our hearts unto the Lord jesus christ, the King of glory, that he may erect his throne there,
Let us kisse the son lest he be angry, and we perish from the way, as we are exhorted to do, Psal. 2.10, 11. 6. Let us (in the last place) expresse our joy in his Majesty's restitution by giving portions to such for whom nothing is provided.
Let us kiss the son lest he be angry, and we perish from the Way, as we Are exhorted to do, Psalm 2.10, 11. 6. Let us (in the last place) express our joy in his Majesty's restitution by giving portions to such for whom nothing is provided.
Now to the onely wise God who liveth and reigneth for ever, and doth what pleaseth him both in Heaven above and in the Earth beneath, be Glory, Honour and Immortality for ever and ever. AMEN. FINIS.
Now to the only wise God who lives and Reigneth for ever, and does what Pleases him both in Heaven above and in the Earth beneath, be Glory, Honour and Immortality for ever and ever. AMEN. FINIS.
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