God iudging among the gods. Opened in a sermon before the Honourable House of Commons assembled in Parliament, upon the solemn day of monethly fast, March 26. 1645. / By Iohn Ward, minister of the gospel in Ipswich, and a member of the Assembly of Divines.
THere needs no Apology for the choyce of this Text at this time, when those who are called Gods are met in the solemn assembly to judge themselves before him, who stands daily in the assembly of the mighty and iudgeth among them.
THere needs no Apology for the choice of this Text At this time, when those who Are called God's Are met in the solemn assembly to judge themselves before him, who Stands daily in the assembly of the mighty and Judgeth among them.
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there is one God, and there be Gods many: and there is one Act, both his and theirs; or rather his amongst them. We must enquire who He is, who they are; and what it is which He doth among them. First, who He is;
there is one God, and there be God's many: and there is one Act, both his and theirs; or rather his among them. We must inquire who He is, who they Are; and what it is which He does among them. First, who He is;
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and possibly it might be so ordered on purpose, that an hint might be given to them over whom the Name of God is called, to count it more honour to be knowne by the worke which they doe,
and possibly it might be so ordered on purpose, that an hint might be given to them over whom the Name of God is called, to count it more honour to be known by the work which they do,
Our English idiome or manner of speaking, doth necessarily require a more expresse specification of Him, and a fitter terme to decipher him could not be found:
Our English idiom or manner of speaking, does necessarily require a more express specification of Him, and a fitter term to decipher him could not be found:
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and speakes himselfe by the Prophet, in these termes, I am He: yet if any man hath a thought that this is too low and unbecoming an expression of the Divine Maiestis; and it had beene better to have mentioned Him by some more excellent Name, or glorious Attributes;
and speaks himself by the Prophet, in these terms, I am He: yet if any man hath a Thought that this is too low and unbecoming an expression of the Divine Majesty; and it had been better to have mentioned Him by Some more excellent Name, or glorious Attributes;
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let him thinke this rather, that if the Holy Ghost moved holy men to speake thus homely of the Lord of glory, the God of glory; it may well beseeme those who are but called Gods to account it no disparagement,
let him think this rather, that if the Holy Ghost moved holy men to speak thus homely of the Lord of glory, the God of glory; it may well beseem those who Are but called God's to account it no disparagement,
and comprehends all that pertaines to the ordaining, upholding, directing, and disposing of Magistracie; and ordering, or moderating of humane affaires thereby.
and comprehends all that pertains to the ordaining, upholding, directing, and disposing of Magistracy; and ordering, or moderating of humane affairs thereby.
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it primarily signifies in the middest; and intimates as much as in and by them, all and every of them joyntly and severally, superiour, inferiour, good or bad; whether doing good or ill.
it primarily signifies in the midst; and intimates as much as in and by them, all and every of them jointly and severally, superior, inferior, good or bad; whither doing good or ill.
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and metaphorically transferred to the thoughts of the minde, Psal. 64. 6. (because nothing is more inward then the agitation of a matter in the thoughts of the heart) doe therefore conceive that the Psalmist intended hereby, an influence of God upon their very thoughts,
and metaphorically transferred to the thoughts of the mind, Psalm 64. 6. (Because nothing is more inward then the agitation of a matter in the thoughts of the heart) do Therefore conceive that the Psalmist intended hereby, an influence of God upon their very thoughts,
Having thus made out the exposition of the words, and thereby the interpretation of the Text, we may the better take our aime and make our observations.
Having thus made out the exposition of the words, and thereby the Interpretation of the Text, we may the better take our aim and make our observations.
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3. The third is this, That those persons who have the honour to have the power to exercise Authoritie amongst men, are greater in dignitie and neerer to God in eminencie then other men.
3. The third is this, That those Persons who have the honour to have the power to exercise authority among men, Are greater in dignity and nearer to God in eminency then other men.
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The second of the three, that is drawn from that golden tache which couples the two extreames of the proposition, hath in it the marrow of all the Text,
The second of the three, that is drawn from that golden tache which couples the two extremes of the proposition, hath in it the marrow of all the Text,
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nor after the manner of Kings ▪ in their Kingdomes, appoints the office, assignes the honour, limits the jurisdiction, prescribes the rule, gives the countenance, concurs sometimes to helpe,
nor After the manner of Kings ▪ in their Kingdoms, appoints the office, assigns the honour, Limits the jurisdiction, prescribes the Rule, gives the countenance, concurs sometime to help,
but is an immediate Agent in the judgement all along, from the first ordaining the power through the ordering of every matter, to the over ruling and disposing of the last issues and events thereof.
but is an immediate Agent in the judgement all along, from the First ordaining the power through the ordering of every matter, to the over ruling and disposing of the last issues and events thereof.
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and that which is done by them, though they goe by their owne principles to their owne ends, that there is in the generall administration of providence through the world, the various occurrences therein, and the motions of those inanimate and irrationall creatures who are acted and over-ruled to their ends by a Power without themselves:
and that which is done by them, though they go by their own principles to their own ends, that there is in the general administration of providence through the world, the various occurrences therein, and the motions of those inanimate and irrational creatures who Are acted and overruled to their ends by a Power without themselves:
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but as a chaine of rings by the vertue of the Loadstone, as many pieces in the hollow of a mans hand, which if drawne away they fall in sunder. All things consist in him.
but as a chain of rings by the virtue of the Loadstone, as many Pieces in the hollow of a men hand, which if drawn away they fallen in sunder. All things consist in him.
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there is not a devise in any mans heart, not a designe in any Councel, not a Law made or executed, not an Action undertaken, not an alteration in any State,
there is not a devise in any men heart, not a Design in any Council, not a Law made or executed, not an Actium undertaken, not an alteration in any State,
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To clear this truth and prevent objections we must know, First, that the God of the spirits of all flesh can flow in upon the spirits of men both imperceivably, without observation,
To clear this truth and prevent objections we must know, First, that the God of the spirits of all Flesh can flow in upon the spirits of men both imperceivably, without observation,
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as in the hardning of Pharaohs heart he offereth occasions which may as well be tak•n by the right ear as the left, withholdeth the grace which he is not bound to give, excites and confirms that animosity which is naturall, gives them up to a minde void of judgement, to do things which are not convenient, who have pleasure in unrighteousnes, that they may be filled with the fruit of their own doings, which is just,
as in the hardening of Pharaohs heart he Offereth occasions which may as well be tak•n by the right ear as the left, withholdeth the grace which he is not bound to give, excites and confirms that animosity which is natural, gives them up to a mind void of judgement, to do things which Are not convenient, who have pleasure in unrighteousness, that they may be filled with the fruit of their own doings, which is just,
& all this while, as Christ saith by the devils when they speak a lie, so it must be said of the children of wickednes when they do wickedly, They do it of their own.
& all this while, as christ Says by the Devils when they speak a lie, so it must be said of the children of wickedness when they do wickedly, They do it of their own.
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And in this case the manner and course of government in the kingdomes of the Earth may not unfitly be compared to the musick of an Organ, where the men like the pipes yeeld the sound, the inspiration of the almighty,
And in this case the manner and course of government in the kingdoms of the Earth may not unfitly be compared to the music of an Organ, where the men like the pipes yield the found, the inspiration of the almighty,
whereas if we went into the sanctuary and measured all things by their conformity to the will of God, and judged of them by their referrence to his ends, in stead of quarrelling and complaining we would acknowledge that every thing in providence were good,
whereas if we went into the sanctuary and measured all things by their conformity to the will of God, and judged of them by their Referente to his ends, in stead of quarreling and complaining we would acknowledge that every thing in providence were good,
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whereas now in our hast we are apt to charge God with folly, and say to him, What doest thou? we would condemn our selves or brutish foolishnesse and adore the depths of that wisdom, and those wayes that we are not able to comprehend.
whereas now in our haste we Are apt to charge God with folly, and say to him, What dost thou? we would condemn our selves or brutish foolishness and adore the depths of that Wisdom, and those ways that we Are not able to comprehend.
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possibly now while we look upon some one particular man or some one cause, and some few providences about those, abstracted or divided from the rest, we may think it were better for them if it were otherwise with them,
possibly now while we look upon Some one particular man or Some one cause, and Some few providences about those, abstracted or divided from the rest, we may think it were better for them if it were otherwise with them,
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but if we knew all or could consider that which is done in the reference to the whole, we would discern and agree that the present state were the best;
but if we knew all or could Consider that which is done in the Referente to the Whole, we would discern and agree that the present state were the best;
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Before the sin and fall of man, while there was no breach between God and our first parents, there was a quiet uniformity in all the world like the glory of Heaven shadowed in the serenity of the upper region of the Air;
Before the since and fallen of man, while there was no breach between God and our First Parents, there was a quiet uniformity in all the world like the glory of Heaven shadowed in the serenity of the upper region of the Air;
but now since the curse, the whole Creation being subjected to vanity, and travailing in pain together, till it be delivered from the bondage of corruption, no wonder if it be ill with men,
but now since the curse, the Whole Creation being subjected to vanity, and travailing in pain together, till it be Delivered from the bondage of corruption, no wonder if it be ill with men,
Againe, when God beholds no iniquitie in a Land, no perversenesse in a people; that is, no publique Idolatry, no universally over-spreading pollution, no specially provoking transgressions;
Again, when God beholds no iniquity in a Land, no perverseness in a people; that is, no public Idolatry, no universally overspreading pollution, no specially provoking transgressions;
why should it be marvell in our eyes that one God of immense being, whose perfections are his nature, should be able every where, among all men, to worke all in all:
why should it be marvel in our eyes that one God of immense being, whose perfections Are his nature, should be able every where, among all men, to work all in all:
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now if this may be affirmed of the creature, how much more may the other be beleeved of the Almightie Creator? and this is the praise of his All sufficiencie.
now if this may be affirmed of the creature, how much more may the other be believed of the Almighty Creator? and this is the praise of his All sufficiency.
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As for the imagination of some men, who measuring the glory of God, by the vanitie of man, doe therefore judge it unworthy of such a Maiestie to stoope beneath the decreeing in the counsell of his owne will,
As for the imagination of Some men, who measuring the glory of God, by the vanity of man, do Therefore judge it unworthy of such a Majesty to stoop beneath the decreeing in the counsel of his own will,
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and therefore Princes doe not descend to particulars, because they cannot, the meane while hiding the infirmitie of nature, under the fantasie and pompe of State.
and Therefore Princes do not descend to particulars, Because they cannot, the mean while hiding the infirmity of nature, under the fantasy and pomp of State.
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in what admiration would they have had the person of that Monarch (if any such had been found) that could comprehend in his understanding, carry levell in his memory, give directions by his command but to every officer cōcerning every affaire of State? Now go we up by way of eminencie,
in what admiration would they have had the person of that Monarch (if any such had been found) that could comprehend in his understanding, carry level in his memory, give directions by his command but to every officer Concerning every affair of State? Now go we up by Way of eminency,
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Having thus spread and opened the Doctrine, and made the light of it cleare and evident, we may now goe on to the confirmation and demonstration of the truth thereof;
Having thus spread and opened the Doctrine, and made the Light of it clear and evident, we may now go on to the confirmation and demonstration of the truth thereof;
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and if this thing had not beene comprehended in it, the Vision had not served for that end for which it was exhibited, viz. the confirming of the faith,
and if this thing had not been comprehended in it, the Vision had not served for that end for which it was exhibited, viz. the confirming of the faith,
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and corroborating of the spirit of the Prophet, that he might preach the things to be revealed to him, with the greater confidence, and more full assurance;
and corroborating of the Spirit of the Prophet, that he might preach the things to be revealed to him, with the greater confidence, and more full assurance;
and consult with the Oracles, in all great undertakings, and in all difficult and hazardous cases applied themselves to their deities according to their blinde devotions? Whence els was it, that their Lawgivers pretended to have received all their rules of Government out of some divine hand? doubtlesse there was some religion in their superstition,
and consult with the Oracles, in all great undertakings, and in all difficult and hazardous cases applied themselves to their deities according to their blind devotions? Whence Else was it, that their Lawgivers pretended to have received all their rules of Government out of Some divine hand? doubtless there was Some Religion in their Superstition,
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Flatter we our selves as much as we please, yet we have not overcome the Spaniards by number; nor the French by strength; nor the Carthaginians by craft; nor the Greeks by wiles; but by Piety and Religion:
Flatter we our selves as much as we please, yet we have not overcome the Spanish by number; nor the French by strength; nor the Carthaginians by craft; nor the Greeks by wiles; but by Piety and Religion:
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Secondly, there is a law of nature concerning it, and men shew their workes of that law written in their hearts by an universall abhorrencie of Anarchie,
Secondly, there is a law of nature Concerning it, and men show their works of that law written in their hearts by an universal abhorrency of Anarchy,
or ambition of some Nimrod may have incited him to usurpe Authoritie over others; the arts and insinuations of crafty men may have introduced it in some places;
or ambition of Some Nimrod may have incited him to usurp authority over Others; the arts and insinuations of crafty men may have introduced it in Some places;
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what an itch of being Gods to themselves runs in the corrupt bloud of all man-kinde by nature, it is impossible to imagine that all Nations from the beginning;
what an itch of being God's to themselves runs in the corrupt blood of all mankind by nature, it is impossible to imagine that all nations from the beginning;
It is an Argument like that of the Apostle, for the greatnesse of the mysterie of Christ, NONLATINALPHABET, without controversie, or by universall consent, &c.
It is an Argument like that of the Apostle, for the greatness of the mystery of christ,, without controversy, or by universal consent, etc.
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Thirdly, that diverse kinde or degree of honour which waits upon men in authority, according as they use it well or ill, speakes something to this purpose;
Thirdly, that diverse kind or degree of honour which waits upon men in Authority, according as they use it well or ill, speaks something to this purpose;
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Honour goeth alwayes along with Power, as the shadow followeth the body, but evil men that transgresse in the judgement, receive it blended with contempt or hatred,
Honour Goes always along with Power, as the shadow follows the body, but evil men that transgress in the judgement, receive it blended with contempt or hatred,
or base fear, or flattery, and with much diminution, but such as are good and do good have it cast upon them with love and reverence, and abundance of affection.
or base Fear, or flattery, and with much diminution, but such as Are good and do good have it cast upon them with love and Reverence, and abundance of affection.
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Fourthly, this is yet made more manifest (as the heat of the Sunn in the reflection) by the difference of the spirits of publique persons and private men, in the same men, in the place of Power and out of that relation.
Fourthly, this is yet made more manifest (as the heat of the Sun's in the reflection) by the difference of the spirits of public Persons and private men, in the same men, in the place of Power and out of that Relation.
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Private persons are self centered like clods of the earth, and their providence is like that of the Pismire, a wise and industrious creature for it self,
Private Persons Are self centered like clods of the earth, and their providence is like that of the Pismire, a wise and Industria creature for it self,
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or the inequality of valour and strength in Shamgar, Gideon, Samson and other the Iudges and Worthies of old did declare that the Spirit of God came upon them,
or the inequality of valour and strength in Shamgar, gideon, samson and other the Judges and Worthies of old did declare that the Spirit of God Come upon them,
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and again on the other the pendulousnesse, the fears, the jealousies, the very hell that is in mens consciences as they lesse or more conscienciously or as I may so speak, with the minde that is in God, serve their generations,
and again on the other the pendulousness, the fears, the jealousies, the very hell that is in men's Consciences as they less or more conscientiously or as I may so speak, with the mind that is in God, serve their generations,
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But I shall not need to alleadge Scripture or give an instance for this, when every mans conscience beares witnesse to it, their thoughts accusing or excusing one another.
But I shall not need to allege Scripture or give an instance for this, when every men conscience bears witness to it, their thoughts accusing or excusing one Another.
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and chiefly by the inclination or disposition of the hearts of the Lords remembrancers towards God in prayer, according as any great change is to be made in the kingdomes of the World.
and chiefly by the inclination or disposition of the hearts of the lords remembrancers towards God in prayer, according as any great change is to be made in the kingdoms of the World.
and if the time of deliverance be not yet, there is an indisposition to, and heartlesnesse in prayer ▪ and even such as wait for the vision withhold prayer, not of hypocrisie or self-guiltinesse,
and if the time of deliverance be not yet, there is an indisposition to, and heartlesnesse in prayer ▪ and even such as wait for the vision withhold prayer, not of hypocrisy or self-guiltiness,
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But if the salvation be drawing nigh, though there be no appearance of it, nor can one disern any probability of such a thing in the signes of the times,
But if the salvation be drawing High, though there be no appearance of it, nor can one discern any probability of such a thing in the Signs of the times,
and revived his worke, and made us see our tokens again, who hath not found himself as going bound in the spirit to take hold upon the Name of the Lord, to wrestle with him by prayer and supplication? and who may not have observed the alterations in affairs to have answered very apparently this disposition of heart towards God? Now what ever other men think of these things, it plainly seems to me, that as the flying of the fowle,
and revived his work, and made us see our tokens again, who hath not found himself as going bound in the Spirit to take hold upon the Name of the Lord, to wrestle with him by prayer and supplication? and who may not have observed the alterations in affairs to have answered very apparently this disposition of heart towards God? Now what ever other men think of these things, it plainly seems to me, that as the flying of the fowl,
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so this different frame and temper of spirit in men about such seasons, and in such junctures of times, doth declare concerning that Divine influence whereof we are now speaking.
so this different frame and temper of Spirit in men about such seasons, and in such junctures of times, does declare Concerning that Divine influence whereof we Are now speaking.
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I mean the many various accidentall dispensations of providences, very chances as men term them, that create seasons and advantages for severall purposes and start occasions,
I mean the many various accidental dispensations of providences, very chances as men term them, that create seasons and advantages for several Purposes and start occasions,
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at other times reviving, advancing, incouraging and prospering of parties and causes that any man may see it is done on purpose, that there may be time and place for such judgements as none but God can do, that he may get him a Name.
At other times reviving, advancing, encouraging and prospering of parties and Causes that any man may see it is done on purpose, that there may be time and place for such Judgments as none but God can do, that he may get him a Name.
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yet if we cast our thoughts backe, and bring times past into observation, we must needs make this judgement, that the things which God first causeth to come to passe, do offer the thoughts,
yet if we cast our thoughts back, and bring times past into observation, we must needs make this judgement, that the things which God First Causes to come to pass, do offer the thoughts,
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and consequently be convinced concerning this, as Saul was for himselfe when the signes happened to him, whereof the Seer had foretold him, That God was with him,
and consequently be convinced Concerning this, as Saul was for himself when the Signs happened to him, whereof the Seer had foretold him, That God was with him,
Ninthly, This invisible working power and Godhead of God is made very visible, and may be clearly seen in the issues and events of mens counsells and actions;
Ninthly, This invisible working power and Godhead of God is made very visible, and may be clearly seen in the issues and events of men's Counsels and actions;
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compare them with their next causes, the instruments and meanes appearing in the worke, and they will be found many times so disproportionable to them,
compare them with their next Causes, the Instruments and means appearing in the work, and they will be found many times so disproportionable to them,
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and the expectation of all men, many of them such marvellous works, so fearefully and wonderfully done, as it is very hard to discerne whence they arose,
and the expectation of all men, many of them such marvellous works, so fearfully and wonderfully done, as it is very hard to discern whence they arose,
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Might I but have the libertie to preach as the Prophets did of old, or to make a rehearsall of the great workes of God done of late amongst our selves, as sometimes Moses and Joshua did before the people.
Might I but have the liberty to preach as the prophets did of old, or to make a rehearsal of the great works of God done of late among our selves, as sometime Moses and joshua did before the people.
When the Service booke was first imposed upon our neighbour Church of Scotland, and the first reading thereof was so violently opposed by the rude multitude;
When the Service book was First imposed upon our neighbour Church of Scotland, and the First reading thereof was so violently opposed by the rude multitude;
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did either partie so much as foresee or forethinke, what hath followed upon it ever since? Who put it into the minds of those Souldiers who were first raised for the North, at the same time in every corner of the Land to make an attempt,
did either party so much as foresee or forethink, what hath followed upon it ever since? Who put it into the minds of those Soldiers who were First raised for the North, At the same time in every corner of the Land to make an attempt,
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as in the beginning of this Parliament, when no one man was removed out of place or favour? when the Kings Councell advised him to call a Parliament, had they contrived the remedy of so many grievances, the making of such Acts and Ordinances, the discovery of such deeds of darkenesse, the promoving of a Reformation thus far, with many other happy births of the present Parliament.
as in the beginning of this Parliament, when no one man was removed out of place or favour? when the Kings Council advised him to call a Parliament, had they contrived the remedy of so many grievances, the making of such Acts and Ordinances, the discovery of such Deeds of darkness, the promoving of a Reformation thus Far, with many other happy births of the present Parliament.
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and to publish such Declarations as have been sent abroad in the world, did they purpose the security of the Parliament, the alienating of the hearts of the people from their faction, the losse of the lives of so many great persons of their owne partie, the ingaging of the two Kingdomes, in a solemne League and Covenant, the provoking and incouraging of the City of London, and other associated Counties to unite amongst themselves for their owne safety and the reliefe of others, had they plotted these or almost any other consequence of those desperate counsels.
and to publish such Declarations as have been sent abroad in the world, did they purpose the security of the Parliament, the alienating of the hearts of the people from their faction, the loss of the lives of so many great Persons of their own party, the engaging of the two Kingdoms, in a solemn League and Covenant, the provoking and encouraging of the city of London, and other associated Counties to unite among themselves for their own safety and the relief of Others, had they plotted these or almost any other consequence of those desperate Counsels.
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and Newcastle reduced, and the strength of the King be broken in those Northerne parts for so much advantage to the Parliament? Doubtlesse your thoughts cannot but outrun me,
and Newcastle reduced, and the strength of the King be broken in those Northern parts for so much advantage to the Parliament? Doubtless your thoughts cannot but outrun me,
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or by the men and means whereby they have beene done, will either be such as they that had to doe about them, will bee unwilling to heare of them, ashamed to own them,
or by the men and means whereby they have been done, will either be such as they that had to do about them, will be unwilling to hear of them, ashamed to own them,
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Now such occurrences as these, are bright beames out of his hand, hidings of his power, the sparklings and shinings forth of the Majesty of God, accommodated to our capacity, that by occasion of such unlikely and unlooked for events, our eyes may be drawne upwards to take notice of his glory in the governing of the world.
Now such occurrences as these, Are bright beams out of his hand, hidings of his power, the sparklings and shinings forth of the Majesty of God, accommodated to our capacity, that by occasion of such unlikely and unlooked for events, our eyes may be drawn upward to take notice of his glory in the governing of the world.
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but I will step out of the common round, saith God, and doe some things unusuall, That they may see and know and consider and understand together, that the hand of the Lord hath done this, and the holy One of Israel hath created it, for the more part he goeth by us,
but I will step out of the Common round, Says God, and do Some things unusual, That they may see and know and Consider and understand together, that the hand of the Lord hath done this, and the holy One of Israel hath created it, for the more part he Goes by us,
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Again, consider them, and the working of them out in reference to the first and highest cause, there is such a consent of all things with the will of God revealed in his word, both in favour of his Church,
Again, Consider them, and the working of them out in Referente to the First and highest cause, there is such a consent of all things with the will of God revealed in his word, both in favour of his Church,
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such a correspondency with the wayes of God of old, the paths of mercy and truth wherein he was wont to be seen to walk, such an analogy with the Nature and Attributes of the Lord, such praeludes and praesages of his judgement to come,
such a correspondency with the ways of God of old, the paths of mercy and truth wherein he was wont to be seen to walk, such an analogy with the Nature and Attributes of the Lord, such praeludes and praesages of his judgement to come,
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as though a brutish man will not know, nor a fool understand this, yet, whoso is wise and will observe these things, he will fall down and give the glory to God,
as though a brutish man will not know, nor a fool understand this, yet, whoso is wise and will observe these things, he will fallen down and give the glory to God,
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but in some things it is more remarkable then others, as the bringing of Israel down into Egypt; the avenging of the quarrell of Gods covenant upon his own people by carrying them away into Babylon; the destruction of that Monarchy; the turning of the captivity:
but in Some things it is more remarkable then Others, as the bringing of Israel down into Egypt; the avenging of the quarrel of God's Covenant upon his own people by carrying them away into Babylon; the destruction of that Monarchy; the turning of the captivity:
and in lesse generall matters, the chastising of David for the matter of Ʋriah, the rescuing of Mordecai and the people from the bloody plot of Haman, & what not? Now doe but ponder these things advisedly,
and in less general matters, the chastising of David for the matter of Ʋriah, the rescuing of Mordecai and the people from the bloody plot of Haman, & what not? Now do but ponder these things advisedly,
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and all the fictions of the Poets and the fables of the Legend may be sooner beleeved then that these things come to passe by accident without the texture of a Divine hand working effectually in the weaving of every web.
and all the fictions of the Poets and the fables of the Legend may be sooner believed then that these things come to pass by accident without the texture of a Divine hand working effectually in the weaving of every web.
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and doe after a while meet together in one place and time about one and the same errand, it cannot be otherwise thought but that some one hand had the command over them all, and directed the whole businesse.
and do After a while meet together in one place and time about one and the same errand, it cannot be otherwise Thought but that Some one hand had the command over them all, and directed the Whole business.
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There are (it may be) so many millions of men in a Nation, all of various opinions & affections, acting by different principles to self ends, most of them ignorant and unskilfull,
There Are (it may be) so many millions of men in a nation, all of various opinions & affections, acting by different principles to self ends, most of them ignorant and unskilful,
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nay wholly regardlesse of all that belongs to policy and order, generally disobedient, deceived, serving divers lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hatefull and hating one another:
nay wholly regardless of all that belongs to policy and order, generally disobedient, deceived, serving diverse Lustiest and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful and hating one Another:
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and consequently quiet and peace, unlesse the Father of spirits who looketh down from Heaven, the place of his habitation, upon all the inhabitants of the earth, did fashion their hearts alike, or alone by himself without others, and considered all their works.
and consequently quiet and peace, unless the Father of spirits who looks down from Heaven, the place of his habitation, upon all the inhabitants of the earth, did fashion their hearts alike, or alone by himself without Others, and considered all their works.
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and they they him, doe not also rebuke the Beast of the •• … ds, the multitude of the B• … lls, with the Calves of the people ▪ till every one submit himself? One may as wel suppose an instrumēt out of frame to come into tune of it self without the hand of an Artist,
and they they him, do not also rebuke the Beast of the •• … ds, the multitude of the B• … lls, with the Calves of the people ▪ till every one submit himself? One may as well suppose an Instrument out of frame to come into tune of it self without the hand of an Artist,
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the multitude of them makes the choyce difficult to me, nothing is harder then when one walkes on the beache by the sea side to finde the fairest shore.
the multitude of them makes the choice difficult to me, nothing is harder then when one walks on the beache by the sea side to find the Fairest shore.
If ye now require the ground of this dispensation, viz: Why the Lord should rule in and by men, rather then prepare his own throne and judge in his own Majestie alone by himself,
If you now require the ground of this Dispensation, videlicet: Why the Lord should Rule in and by men, rather then prepare his own throne and judge in his own Majesty alone by himself,
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If God should judge immediately, the judgement would be more dreadfull and terrible, we could not bear the glory, we should be swallowed up of the Majesty:
If God should judge immediately, the judgement would be more dreadful and terrible, we could not bear the glory, we should be swallowed up of the Majesty:
we may guesse as much by some passages in story of old, when God kept the matter of government more in his own hand then now, particularly by that which we read in the 19 of Exodus, and 5 of Deut. when He gave the Law on mount Sinai, there were thundrings and lightnings, and a thick cloud and darknesse,
we may guess as much by Some passages in story of old, when God kept the matter of government more in his own hand then now, particularly by that which we read in the 19 of Exodus, and 5 of Deuteronomy when He gave the Law on mount Sinai, there were thunderings and lightnings, and a thick cloud and darkness,
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Now if the pomp of the promulgation of the Law was so dreadfull, (and lesse it could not be considering the Majesty of the King, the Law-giver and the Judge) what may we think would be the terrours of the Assises and Sessions, while God should frequently arise to judgement and execution?
Now if the pomp of the Promulgation of the Law was so dreadful, (and less it could not be considering the Majesty of the King, the Lawgiver and the Judge) what may we think would be the terrors of the Assizes and Sessions, while God should frequently arise to judgement and execution?
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If God should not judge by men, there could not be expected that connivence and moderation in the judgement, that now is by the indulgence of men of like passions and compassions towards one another;
If God should not judge by men, there could not be expected that connivance and moderation in the judgement, that now is by the indulgence of men of like passion and compassions towards one Another;
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or but lightly regarded, though commonly confessed, and almost hourly spoken of, and because there is hardly another truth in all the Bible of more common concernment,
or but lightly regarded, though commonly confessed, and almost hourly spoken of, and Because there is hardly Another truth in all the bible of more Common concernment,
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even in the matters of God, and plainely holds forth as sacred and divine, and not to be touched with common or profane hands, that Ordinance of God, which is the cement and pillar of humane things, the life and soule of all order in society and communion, the vitall spirits by which so many Millions of men consist comfortably, And directs me to put men in minde to be subiect, to be subiect to Principalities and Powers,
even in the matters of God, and plainly holds forth as sacred and divine, and not to be touched with Common or profane hands, that Ordinance of God, which is the cement and pillar of humane things, the life and soul of all order in society and communion, the vital spirits by which so many Millions of men consist comfortably, And directs me to put men in mind to be Subject, to be Subject to Principalities and Powers,
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and obey Magistrates, that with well-doing they may put to silence the ignorance of foolish men, and gives faire occasion to grapple with the Anabaptists and Familists, and other Sectaries, whose Principles betray them to the despising of Dominion, and speaking evill of Dignities:
and obey Magistrates, that with welldoing they may put to silence the ignorance of foolish men, and gives fair occasion to grapple with the Anabaptists and Familists, and other Sectaries, whose Principles betray them to the despising of Dominion, and speaking evil of Dignities:
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They pretend to nothing but pietie and godlines, and seeme as if they would be content if they might but have a bare subsistence in the profession of it.
They pretend to nothing but piety and godliness, and seem as if they would be content if they might but have a bore subsistence in the profession of it.
So did the Iesuites to learning when they they first appeared upon the stage, but when they had once insinuated themselves into the good opinion of Princes and States,
So did the Iesuites to learning when they they First appeared upon the stage, but when they had once insinuated themselves into the good opinion of Princes and States,
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how well they answered the expectations, and requited the kindnesse of those who nursed them up, all the Christian world sees and feels to their cost at this day.
how well they answered the Expectations, and requited the kindness of those who nursed them up, all the Christian world sees and feels to their cost At this day.
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let but a damme be pitcht downe to restraine or oppose their madnesse, or men follow not on to indulge and gratifie their humour, it would soon appear whether or no they would rage and swell and get over,
let but a dam be pitched down to restrain or oppose their madness, or men follow not on to indulge and gratify their humour, it would soon appear whither or no they would rage and swell and get over,
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but meerly for advantage, that so they may get above all Ecclesiasticall Authority; and when they are once up to their height, what they will doe with the ladder, the hope to climbe and ascend by, is not hard to conjecture;
but merely for advantage, that so they may get above all Ecclesiastical authority; and when they Are once up to their height, what they will do with the ladder, the hope to climb and ascend by, is not hard to conjecture;
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they reckon themselves the wheat in the field, and when once they are ripe, they will easily be content to have all that threshed off, by which they received their growth.
they reckon themselves the wheat in the field, and when once they Are ripe, they will Easily be content to have all that threshed off, by which they received their growth.
I shall not need to apply it, already they begin to remove the old land-markes and straiten their bounds, they deny your claime up to a high water marke,
I shall not need to apply it, already they begin to remove the old landmarks and straiten their bounds, they deny your claim up to a high water mark,
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and make their bankes, and inclose for themselves to the very channell side: But whether it be holden fit or seasonable that these Libertines be decried;
and make their banks, and enclose for themselves to the very channel side: But whither it be held fit or seasonable that these Libertines be decried;
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yet I beseech you all, and more especially, you that have called me to this place at this time, Honourable and beloved, Hearken to the voyce behinde you, within you,
yet I beseech you all, and more especially, you that have called me to this place At this time, Honourable and Beloved, Harken to the voice behind you, within you,
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I think I may say as the Apostle to the Corinthians, Ye suffer if a man exalt himselfe, if a man smite you on the face, I speak as concerning reproach:
I think I may say as the Apostle to the Corinthians, You suffer if a man exalt himself, if a man smite you on the face, I speak as Concerning reproach:
they falsely slander, and revile, and libell, and bring railing accusations, if not against your selves and your owne Honourable assembly; yet against those who by your call and command are subservient and assistant to you in advise,
they falsely slander, and revile, and libel, and bring railing accusations, if not against your selves and your own Honourable assembly; yet against those who by your call and command Are subservient and assistant to you in Advice,
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and the parties, and their fautors, making their libertie a cloake of maliciousnesse, out-dare complaints, and think to out-face justice, by fore arraigning it under the term of Persecution:
and the parties, and their fautors, making their liberty a cloak of maliciousness, outdare complaints, and think to outface Justice, by before arraigning it under the term of Persecution:
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My conscience would flie in my face, if I should wittingly let fall a word against the rule, Rebuke not an Elder, (much lesse an Honourable Senate of Elders) but intreat him as a Father.
My conscience would fly in my face, if I should wittingly let fallen a word against the Rule, Rebuke not an Elder, (much less an Honourable Senate of Elders) but entreat him as a Father.
Give mee leave therefore to perswade what God commands, (I meane) the afflicting of your souls before the Lord this day because of his judgements abroad in the earth.
Give me leave Therefore to persuade what God commands, (I mean) the afflicting of your Souls before the Lord this day Because of his Judgments abroad in the earth.
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and hee had broken in upon them, by many signes of his heavy displeasure) our ornaments put off, to know what God will doe unto us, To turne to the Lord with fasting, weeping and mourning, if peradventure Hee will returne and repent and leave a blessing behinde him.
and he had broken in upon them, by many Signs of his heavy displeasure) our Ornament put off, to know what God will do unto us, To turn to the Lord with fasting, weeping and mourning, if Peradventure He will return and Repent and leave a blessing behind him.
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Surely ye need not after so many Sermons, so many moneths and yeares of fasting and prayer, that one teach you again which be the first rudiments and elements of this holy Ordinance of God.
Surely you need not After so many Sermons, so many months and Years of fasting and prayer, that one teach you again which be the First rudiments and elements of this holy Ordinance of God.
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I know ye all have knowledge. I beseech you onely suffer a word of Exhortation, not so much to the considering of the worke of God in governing the Kingdomes of the world, (though that also be a dutie the Text leads to,
I know you all have knowledge. I beseech you only suffer a word of Exhortation, not so much to the considering of the work of God in governing the Kingdoms of the world, (though that also be a duty the Text leads to,
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and indeed the matter is fitter for contemplation then discourse) as to the acknowledgement of the hand of God in the present state of affairs in this Kingdome,
and indeed the matter is fitter for contemplation then discourse) as to the acknowledgement of the hand of God in the present state of affairs in this Kingdom,
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For if hee iudgeth among the Gods, then both the good and the evill, that is in the Nation by occasion of the well or ill managing of the government, must be ascribed unto him.
For if he Judgeth among the God's, then both the good and the evil, that is in the nation by occasion of the well or ill managing of the government, must be ascribed unto him.
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And as if there were order and peace, wee were to reckon them his blessings, and offer the sacrifices of praise, which is the work of a day of Thanksgiving;
And as if there were order and peace, we were to reckon them his blessings, and offer the Sacrifices of praise, which is the work of a day of Thanksgiving;
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so when there is warre in the gates, and confusion and every evill worke, it must be confessed the iudgement of God, and we must come, and sit trembling before him,
so when there is war in the gates, and confusion and every evil work, it must be confessed the judgement of God, and we must come, and fit trembling before him,
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and search out the provocation, lay our hands upon & confesse the trespas over the head of the sacrifice, pray in his pardon and break off our sins by righteousnesse, that there may be atonement, which is the businesse and end of a day of Humiliation;
and search out the provocation, lay our hands upon & confess the trespass over the head of the sacrifice, pray in his pardon and break off our Sins by righteousness, that there may be atonement, which is the business and end of a day of Humiliation;
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Wee need not one to come and tell us, There is wrath gone out from the Lord, the plague is begun, hee hath powred out upon us the fury of his anger and the strength of the battell,
we need not one to come and tell us, There is wrath gone out from the Lord, the plague is begun, he hath poured out upon us the fury of his anger and the strength of the battle,
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But I shall not spread the volume of our Story before you, doubtlesse the roule like that of the Prophet • written within and without, lumentations, mourning and woe, hath beene often read in your eares,
But I shall not spread the volume of our Story before you, doubtless the roll like that of the Prophet • written within and without, lumentations, mourning and woe, hath been often read in your ears,
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and without question ye doe know it, the report and the cry from all quarters comming first to your Cognizance, allow mee but to say this (that I may stirre up your minds by way of remembrance) that the sorrows of a travelling woman are yet upon us, and we stay still in the place of the breaking forth of children:
and without question you do know it, the report and the cry from all quarters coming First to your Cognizance, allow me but to say this (that I may stir up your minds by Way of remembrance) that the sorrows of a traveling woman Are yet upon us, and we stay still in the place of the breaking forth of children:
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Though the Lord hath revived his worke of late very miraculously beyond all expectation, and from the beginning hitherto hath mingled mercy with judgement;
Though the Lord hath revived his work of late very miraculously beyond all expectation, and from the beginning hitherto hath mingled mercy with judgement;
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it is not an easie thing to discerne whether the Lord will debate with us in the sending forth of the rod or sword, and stay the rough wind in the day of the Eastwind:
it is not an easy thing to discern whither the Lord will debate with us in the sending forth of the rod or sword, and stay the rough wind in the day of the East wind:
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or carrying on his worke as with Israel in the wildernesse, preparing a mercy for posteritie after us, the meane while resolved to fill all the earth with his glory in the destruction of the present generation that see his wonders,
or carrying on his work as with Israel in the Wilderness, preparing a mercy for posterity After us, the mean while resolved to fill all the earth with his glory in the destruction of the present generation that see his wonders,
and Amalek, they have holpen the common Adversarie, and troubled and retarded the Reformation. Alas for the day, for the distemper and the distraction is great;
and Amalek, they have helped the Common Adversary, and troubled and retarded the Reformation. Alas for the day, for the distemper and the distraction is great;
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While the State is diligent in finding out the troublers of our Israel, and bringing delinquents to punishment, let us search our owne hearts and lives,
While the State is diligent in finding out the troublers of our Israel, and bringing delinquents to punishment, let us search our own hearts and lives,
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Impenitencie is the greatest malignancie, and the most dangerous. We are often very busie and inquisitive about some persons that doe not appeare overactive:
Impenitency is the greatest malignancy, and the most dangerous. We Are often very busy and inquisitive about Some Persons that do not appear overactive:
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It is held the wisdome of a State when they are about an accommodation, to take care for the securing of such persons as they have in jealousie and may be dangerous,
It is held the Wisdom of a State when they Are about an accommodation, to take care for the securing of such Persons as they have in jealousy and may be dangerous,
By what ill dint hath it been so blasted, as to have lost its vertue or necessitie? or upon what pretence can any amongst us imagine themselves or be thought by others so formidable,
By what ill dint hath it been so blasted, as to have lost its virtue or necessity? or upon what pretence can any among us imagine themselves or be Thought by Others so formidable,
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And our true and unfained purpose, desire, and endeavour for our selves, and all others under our charge and power, both in publique and in private, in all duties we owe to God and man, to amend our lives,
And our true and unfeigned purpose, desire, and endeavour for our selves, and all Others under our charge and power, both in public and in private, in all duties we owe to God and man, to amend our lives,
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And that we may the better prevent a generall backsliding, and promove an universall amendment, let us unite and associate (we that dwell in associated Counties can speake of the benefit of Associations by experience,
And that we may the better prevent a general backsliding, and promove an universal amendment, let us unite and associate (we that dwell in associated Counties can speak of the benefit of Associations by experience,
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For first, were ye all in your owne persons as free from the offence as Moses; could ye apologise for your selves with Samuel; or wash your hands in innocencie with David; yet when wrath is upon the Congregation,
For First, were you all in your own Persons as free from the offence as Moses; could you apologise for your selves with Samuel; or wash your hands in innocence with David; yet when wrath is upon the Congregation,
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you ought to rent your garments, and sit downe astonished with Ezra, and deprecate the judgement with Hezekiah. Ye know the Law in the case of uncertaine murder, Deut. 21. 1, 2. If a man be found slain in the land,
you ought to rend your garments, and fit down astonished with Ezra, and deprecate the judgement with Hezekiah. You know the Law in the case of uncertain murder, Deuteronomy 21. 1, 2. If a man be found slave in the land,
as afterwards, ver. 3. but thine Elders, the generall States of the Land, some of the high Court at Ierusalem; the equitie and morall of it reacheth you:
as afterwards, ver. 3. but thine Elders, the general States of the Land, Some of the high Court At Ierusalem; the equity and moral of it reaches you:
Sanctifie ye a Fast: call a solemne Assembly: gather the Elders, and all the inhabitants of the land into the house of the Lord your God, and cry unto the Lord.
Sanctify you a Fast: call a solemn Assembly: gather the Elders, and all the inhabitants of the land into the house of the Lord your God, and cry unto the Lord.
And though all men every where be admonished to repent, yet more especially you Honourable and Beloved. The Lord seemeth to have purposed it, to staine the pride of all Glorie, Majesty, Authority and Greatnesse, and to bring into contempt all the Honourable of the earth:
And though all men every where be admonished to Repent, yet more especially you Honourable and beloved. The Lord seems to have purposed it, to stain the pride of all Glory, Majesty, authority and Greatness, and to bring into contempt all the Honourable of the earth:
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for the very foundations are shaken, law and order is slighted and violated, and all estates disturbed, to the dishonour and reproach of them that should bear up the pillars of it, the secrets and mysteries of State which all policie hath ever kept vailed to preserve them venerable and reverend, are now made common and exposed to every eye, the originals and fundamentals of Empire and power are searched into,
for the very foundations Are shaken, law and order is slighted and violated, and all estates disturbed, to the dishonour and reproach of them that should bear up the pillars of it, the secrets and Mysteres of State which all policy hath ever kept veiled to preserve them venerable and reverend, Are now made Common and exposed to every eye, the originals and fundamentals of Empire and power Are searched into,
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and debated and judged, every man takes libertie to talke, and write, and print of them with all boldnesse and confidence, the skirts of Majestie are uncovered,
and debated and judged, every man Takes liberty to talk, and write, and print of them with all boldness and confidence, the skirts of Majesty Are uncovered,
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The childe behaveth himselfe proudly against the ancient, and the base against the Honourable, Esai 3. 5. And if ye mark the course and rage of the warre, it is the sword of the great men which are slains, Ezek. 21. 14. the furie of the battell hath fallen much upon the Nobilitie and Gentrie.
The child behaveth himself proudly against the ancient, and the base against the Honourable, Isaiah 3. 5. And if you mark the course and rage of the war, it is the sword of the great men which Are slains, Ezekiel 21. 14. the fury of the battle hath fallen much upon the Nobilt and Gentry.
Consider this also, the viall hath beene poured out for many yeeres upon Parliments, they have been shattered and broken, their just priviledges violated, their members baffled and imprisoned, the loynes of Parliaments have been girded with a girdle,
Consider this also, the vial hath been poured out for many Years upon Parliaments, they have been shattered and broken, their just privileges violated, their members baffled and imprisoned, the loins of Parliaments have been girded with a girdle,
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The authoritie of it is questioned, quarrelled, denied and opposed, the power of it straitned and bounded that it cannot reach all the Kingdome through, proclaimed Rebels at home, deserted by many of your owne,
The Authority of it is questioned, quarreled, denied and opposed, the power of it straitened and bounded that it cannot reach all the Kingdom through, proclaimed Rebels At home, deserted by many of your own,
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the wheeles have moved slowly and driven heavily, not without disturbance and distraction, your Ordinances and Orders are not so chearfully and universally received and obeyed as haply ye thinke.
the wheels have moved slowly and driven heavily, not without disturbance and distraction, your Ordinances and Order Are not so cheerfully and universally received and obeyed as haply you think.
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for yee cannot but judge this, that (the cloud being ballanced by the hand of the Lord) where the dint of the storme falls most, thence arose much of the vapour,
for ye cannot but judge this, that (the cloud being balanced by the hand of the Lord) where the dint of the storm falls most, thence arose much of the vapour,
the disorder we complain of was first begotten between the ambition of great men, & the unfaithfulnes of counsellors of State, brought forth by the unrighteousnesse and basenesse of the Iudges, nursed up and gotten strength by the pride and flatterie of the Praelacie and Praelaticall Clergie,
the disorder we complain of was First begotten between the ambition of great men, & the unfaithfulness of counsellors of State, brought forth by the unrighteousness and baseness of the Judges, nursed up and got strength by the pride and flattery of the Prelacy and Prelatical Clergy,
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or suffer this confusion, if he were not mightily provoked to it? It is his strange work: he delighteth not in it, we have given the cause, our destruction is of our selves;
or suffer this confusion, if he were not mightily provoked to it? It is his strange work: he delights not in it, we have given the cause, our destruction is of our selves;
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and the body of the people on the other side, as when the triall was made between Saul and Jonathan and all Israel, who should be taken may we think? and which of them should escape? or if we might enquire of the Lord as David did when there was three yeers famine in the Land, might we not finde the answer in the words of their report to Ezra Ez 9. 2. The hands of the Princes and Rulers hath beene chiefe in the trespasse?
and the body of the people on the other side, as when the trial was made between Saul and Johnathan and all Israel, who should be taken may we think? and which of them should escape? or if we might inquire of the Lord as David did when there was three Years famine in the Land, might we not find the answer in the words of their report to Ezra Ezra 9. 2. The hands of the Princes and Rulers hath been chief in the trespass?
even by the light of the next verse, we may read that the hand of the Princes and the Rulers, (though they had no hand in the trespasse) must be chiefe in the repentance, in the humiliation, confession, deprecation, in the making of the atonement and the reformation:
even by the Light of the next verse, we may read that the hand of the Princes and the Rulers, (though they had no hand in the trespass) must be chief in the Repentance, in the humiliation, Confessi, deprecation, in the making of the atonement and the Reformation:
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search out the sinnes of the State of our Princes, and Nobles, and Judges of our Parliaments, former and later, and weigh out (if possible) the trespasse with the aggravations;
search out the Sins of the State of our Princes, and Nobles, and Judges of our Parliaments, former and later, and weigh out (if possible) the trespass with the aggravations;
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it is like ye may have seene more then we that stand at further distance, and if we might have the Prophets priviledge, might we not discover greater abominations then have as yet been revealed?
it is like you may have seen more then we that stand At further distance, and if we might have the prophets privilege, might we not discover greater abominations then have as yet been revealed?
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May not God possibly be now visiting the iniquity of our fathers upon us? may not we be the children within those generations, who are threatned in that Law? Hath there at any time by Law and practise been such a departure and separation from Rome,
May not God possibly be now visiting the iniquity of our Father's upon us? may not we be the children within those generations, who Are threatened in that Law? Hath there At any time by Law and practice been such a departure and separation from Room,
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as may undoubtedly declare a due dissent from, detestation of, and humiliation for the idolatry of our Ancestors? may not the constant connivence at Papists, the common compliancie with their superstition in matters of ceremonies,
as may undoubtedly declare a due dissent from, detestation of, and humiliation for the idolatry of our Ancestors? may not the constant connivance At Papists, the Common compliancy with their Superstition in matters of ceremonies,
and the formalities of publike worship, the late toleration of Popery, the generall revolting, and back-sliding thitherward by erecting of altars and other innovations,
and the formalities of public worship, the late toleration of Popery, the general revolting, and backsliding thitherward by erecting of Altars and other innovations,
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and joyning in affinitie with the people of those abominations, revive the memorie of our fathers sinnes? and wrap us up together in the crime? and with good justice make us receive double from the hand of the Lord;
and joining in affinity with the people of those abominations, revive the memory of our Father's Sins? and wrap us up together in the crime? and with good Justice make us receive double from the hand of the Lord;
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Did wee ever yet requite the Lord for the riches of his grace and wonders of his providence, in choosing us to be a people to himself, in the day when he lifted up his hand to our fathers, and brought them out of the rage and flames of persecution, and made himselfe known to them? remember the kindnesse of the youth of this Church,
Did we ever yet requite the Lord for the riches of his grace and wonders of his providence, in choosing us to be a people to himself, in the day when he lifted up his hand to our Father's, and brought them out of the rage and flames of persecution, and made himself known to them? Remember the kindness of the youth of this Church,
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as in the dayes of Asa, or as Josiah and Hezekiah did for their owne parts? was the Reformation carried on to the height and purity, which it might and ought to have reached unto, considering the opportunity and advantages of that season?
as in the days of Asa, or as Josiah and Hezekiah did for their own parts? was the Reformation carried on to the height and purity, which it might and ought to have reached unto, considering the opportunity and advantages of that season?
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May not God take up a controversie against the Parliaments of this Kingdome for the lack of knowledge that is in the Land? what provisions have been made for the establishing of a preaching ministery in every Parish in the Iland? what countenance and incouragement to the painfull labourer in the Harvest? what laws have been made for the preaching of the Word every Lords day? put the case there were never a Sermon in any Church on a Sabbath day in all the Kingdome, what Statute were broken?
May not God take up a controversy against the Parliaments of this Kingdom for the lack of knowledge that is in the Land? what provisions have been made for the establishing of a preaching Ministry in every Parish in the Island? what countenance and encouragement to the painful labourer in the Harvest? what laws have been made for the preaching of the Word every lords day? put the case there were never a Sermon in any Church on a Sabbath day in all the Kingdom, what Statute were broken?
There was a time when many great men fell almost together, and it was feared that blood touched blood; ye can remember the murmures and whisperings then were,
There was a time when many great men fell almost together, and it was feared that blood touched blood; you can Remember the murmurs and whisperings then were,
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why may not the land be made to mourn for these things now? can this Kingdome wash its hands of the blood of Germanie, Rochel, Ireland? blood is a crying sinne, who knowes but that the Lord to whom vengeance belongeth, remembreth now,
why may not the land be made to mourn for these things now? can this Kingdom wash its hands of the blood of Germany, Rochel, Ireland? blood is a crying sin, who knows but that the Lord to whom vengeance belongeth, Remember now,
Hath there been a like zeal for the matters of God (who iudgeth among you) in all the course of the government of this Kingdom the long time of peace we had,
Hath there been a like zeal for the matters of God (who Judgeth among you) in all the course of the government of this Kingdom the long time of peace we had,
Iudge ye your own selves, whether the Magistrate hath for his part kept both or either of the Tables, been for the praise of those who have done well,
Judge you your own selves, whither the Magistrate hath for his part kept both or either of the Tables, been for the praise of those who have done well,
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Goe yee neerer home, consider your selves the Assembly of the Mightie, generally as a body, particularly every man in his relation to that representative body;
Go ye nearer home, Consider your selves the Assembly of the Mighty, generally as a body, particularly every man in his Relation to that representative body;
Have yee been carefull to be as quick and fervent in the building up, as in the pulling downe of the Order and Government of the Church, the suppressing of Sects and Heresies (which are the bane of the Church) as in the rooting out of Episcopacie? as zealous in the keeping,
Have ye been careful to be as quick and fervent in the building up, as in the pulling down of the Order and Government of the Church, the suppressing of Sects and Heresies (which Are the bane of the Church) as in the rooting out of Episcopacy? as zealous in the keeping,
as ye were in the making of the Covenant? How faithfully and in the feare of God with a perfect heart, have yee every man walked between Law and Commandment, Statute and Iudgement,
as you were in the making of the Covenant? How faithfully and in the Fear of God with a perfect heart, have ye every man walked between Law and Commandment, Statute and Judgement,
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and one mans eye might not be on another, or particularize in this great and mixt Assembly, without uncovering the nakednesse of any before the Congregation;
and one men eye might not be on Another, or particularise in this great and mixed Assembly, without uncovering the nakedness of any before the Congregation;
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and promove and expedite the so long expected, and so much longed for Reformation. And because ye see many seek out interpretations of evasions & inlargements from their covenants,
and promove and expedite the so long expected, and so much longed for Reformation. And Because you see many seek out interpretations of evasions & enlargements from their Covenants,
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then let it fall or die away, remembring to go before others in the example of all due reverence and observation of that great ingagement, the Oath of God,
then let it fallen or die away, remembering to go before Others in the Exampl of all due Reverence and observation of that great engagement, the Oath of God,
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Its fully manifest by the light of that principle which this Text holds forth, the influence of God into government, that as well the disorderly as the orderly managing of affaires amongst men, is ordered by the foreknowledge and determinate hand of God;
Its Fully manifest by the Light of that principle which this Text holds forth, the influence of God into government, that as well the disorderly as the orderly managing of affairs among men, is ordered by the foreknowledge and determinate hand of God;
but proceed from divine providence and justice, to warne men when they feele the rod, to looke up to the hand of God, who put it into the hands of men,
but proceed from divine providence and Justice, to warn men when they feel the rod, to look up to the hand of God, who put it into the hands of men,
and the people not be afraid? Shall there be evill in a Citie, and the Lord hath not done it? The lion hath roared, who will not feare? The Lord God hath spoken, who can but Prophesie? Consider what I say,
and the people not be afraid? Shall there be evil in a city, and the Lord hath not done it? The Lion hath roared, who will not Fear? The Lord God hath spoken, who can but Prophesy? Consider what I say,
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Beare with me yet a little longer, (and indeed ye do beare) while I pursue the farther application of it, in such other things as it fairely pointeth us unto,
Bear with me yet a little longer, (and indeed you do bear) while I pursue the farther application of it, in such other things as it fairly pointeth us unto,
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First generally, to consider the work of God which wee may behold, in the governing of the Nations, the goings of God among the Kings and Princes, Princes and Nobles and all the Iudges of the earth.
First generally, to Consider the work of God which we may behold, in the governing of the nations, the goings of God among the Kings and Princes, Princes and Nobles and all the Judges of the earth.
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Shall I say, Let us examine our selves whether we have duely heretofore understood and regarded this thing, heard his voice commanding, taken notice of his Spirit moving,
Shall I say, Let us examine our selves whither we have duly heretofore understood and regarded this thing, herd his voice commanding, taken notice of his Spirit moving,
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Have we known, have we acknowledged in the administration, and the manifold events and issues of government, that the hand of the Lord doth all these things? possibly we may finde matter of humiliation upon a diligent enquirie.
Have we known, have we acknowledged in the administration, and the manifold events and issues of government, that the hand of the Lord does all these things? possibly we may find matter of humiliation upon a diligent enquiry.
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They will not see, they know not, neither will they understand, but walke on in darkenesse, slightnesse of spirit, in overly and superficiall inquirie, Athenian curiositie, hearing and telling of news, great contempt of God and his providence:
They will not see, they know not, neither will they understand, but walk on in darkness, slightness of Spirit, in overly and superficial inquiry, Athenian curiosity, hearing and telling of news, great contempt of God and his providence:
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It is a manifold sinne and hath its gradations and aggravations, a mightie provocation. They regard not the worke of the Lord, nor consider the operation of his hands:
It is a manifold sin and hath its gradations and aggravations, a mighty provocation. They regard not the work of the Lord, nor Consider the operation of his hands:
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and have not known his wayes, as to sweare in his wrath that they shall not enter into his rest? It is a sore and heavy judgement to have seen the great signes and wonders of God,
and have not known his ways, as to swear in his wrath that they shall not enter into his rest? It is a soar and heavy judgement to have seen the great Signs and wonders of God,
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and to want an heart to perceive, eyes to see, and eares to heare to this day. Deut. 29. 4. Let us awake at length, and be ashamed, and turn aside, and see what God doth.
and to want an heart to perceive, eyes to see, and ears to hear to this day. Deuteronomy 29. 4. Let us awake At length, and be ashamed, and turn aside, and see what God does.
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Every handy-work of God is glorious, but farre more of his glory is shed abroad in these, especially if we consider them in their reference to the Church, they shew all his glory,
Every handiwork of God is glorious, but Far more of his glory is shed abroad in these, especially if we Consider them in their Referente to the Church, they show all his glory,
They are an excellent explication of the Law of God, copying out the righteousnesse and justice of it in particular instances and examples, a cleare Commentarie upon all the Word of God.
They Are an excellent explication of the Law of God, copying out the righteousness and Justice of it in particular instances and Examples, a clear Commentary upon all the Word of God.
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and unto this day, where almost every work of God in judging amongst us is not like a great lettser in a booke with a gaye about it that takes up a great deale of roome,
and unto this day, where almost every work of God in judging among us is not like a great lettser in a book with a gay about it that Takes up a great deal of room,
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but as Hieroglyphicks, and emblems, and some kindes of Characters, full of morall and sense, a Booke, a volume of marvellous workes, wonders repeated and multiplyed.
but as Hieroglyphics, and emblems, and Some Kinds of Characters, full of moral and sense, a Book, a volume of marvellous works, wonders repeated and multiplied.
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The Bible new translated and printed in a letter that best fits the Worlds dull and decayed sight, the old stories wrought over againe, the Promises fulfilled, the Prophecies receiving their accomplishment, a revelation of the Revelation which God gave unto Jesus Christ, to shew unto his servants things which should come to passe:
The bible new translated and printed in a Letter that best fits the World's dull and decayed sighed, the old stories wrought over again, the Promises fulfilled, the Prophecies receiving their accomplishment, a Revelation of the Revelation which God gave unto jesus christ, to show unto his Servants things which should come to pass:
an interpretation of of the visions which were seen of old, a Key to open the dark and heard things in former praedictions, the unclasping of the sealed Booke, that even they that cannot read, may yet see and consider and understand together, that the hand of the Lord hath done all this.
an Interpretation of of the visions which were seen of old, a Key to open the dark and herd things in former predictions, the unclasping of the sealed Book, that even they that cannot read, may yet see and Consider and understand together, that the hand of the Lord hath done all this.
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He that stands with the wise man in the windowe of his observation, may see God preparing his throne for the judging of the great Whore, bringing Babylon into remembrance, calling his people out from thence, delivering the cup of trembling into the hands of the Nations. &c. Or as Moses when he was put in the cleff of the Rock, may behold the glory of all Gods goodnesse made to passe before him, in moderation of judgements, patient forbearance, unlooked for deliverance, suddaine and unexpected rescuing from off the praecipice and Brink of ruine.
He that Stands with the wise man in the window of his observation, may see God preparing his throne for the judging of the great Whore, bringing Babylon into remembrance, calling his people out from thence, delivering the cup of trembling into the hands of the nations. etc. Or as Moses when he was put in the cleff of the Rock, may behold the glory of all God's Goodness made to pass before him, in moderation of Judgments, patient forbearance, unlooked for deliverance, sudden and unexpected rescuing from off the precipice and Brink of ruin.
May see him triumphing gloriously, in the greatnesse of his excellency, lifting up himself above his adversaries in the things wherein they deale proudly, raising the Trophies of his Glory out of oppositions, contradictions and impossibilities.
May see him triumphing gloriously, in the greatness of his excellency, lifting up himself above his Adversaries in the things wherein they deal proudly, raising the Trophies of his Glory out of oppositions, contradictions and impossibilities.
May observe the bright shining forth of his manifold wisdome in out-witting cunning men, turning crafty counsells into foolishnesse, frustrating the tokens of lyars, and making diviners mad.
May observe the bright shining forth of his manifold Wisdom in outwitting cunning men, turning crafty Counsels into foolishness, frustrating the tokens of liars, and making diviners mad.
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One may see his eyes running to and fro through the earth, to shew himself to the hearts of them whose hearts are towards him, with very remarkable testimonies of his justice in judgements and executions done upon his enemies,
One may see his eyes running to and from through the earth, to show himself to the hearts of them whose hearts Are towards him, with very remarkable testimonies of his Justice in Judgments and executions done upon his enemies,
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and hath divers times, and after sundry manners given that very thing in charge to his ministers, would not have the magistrate left at large from providing, and endeavouring, that speaking or following the truth in love, we may grow up, making increase by edifying our selves and one another in Love.
and hath diverse times, and After sundry manners given that very thing in charge to his Ministers, would not have the magistrate left At large from providing, and endeavouring, that speaking or following the truth in love, we may grow up, making increase by edifying our selves and one Another in Love.
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Ye must do that, which we are to pray that ye may do ▪ viz. Take a course that Christians may live a peaceable and quiet life in godlinesse and honesty, not in strife and contention.
You must do that, which we Are to pray that you may do ▪ viz. Take a course that Christians may live a peaceable and quiet life in godliness and honesty, not in strife and contention.
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that it be truly taught: not blended, adulterated, made another Gospel. His worship; it must not be corrupted by Idolatry, Superstitions, Innovations, lest God be worshipped is vaine,
that it be truly taught: not blended, adulterated, made Another Gospel. His worship; it must not be corrupted by Idolatry, Superstitions, Innovations, lest God be worshipped is vain,
There is a bookcase for it, Num. 9. 7. There were certain men, &c. This is clear from that Text, and will be granted, that notwithstanding the generall Law,
There is a bookcase for it, Num. 9. 7. There were certain men, etc. This is clear from that Text, and will be granted, that notwithstanding the general Law,
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He that transgresseth shall be cut off. And the Iewish interpreters tell us, that if there be witnesses of the fact, the civill Magistrate was to draw the sword:
He that Transgresseth shall be Cut off. And the Jewish Interpreters tell us, that if there be Witnesses of the fact, the civil Magistrate was to draw the sword:
and make out this, that where the doctrine and discipline of the Church doth not, or cannot prevail, the Magistrate must interpose his Coercive Power for restraint and remedie.
and make out this, that where the Doctrine and discipline of the Church does not, or cannot prevail, the Magistrate must interpose his Coercive Power for restraint and remedy.
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And ye know what a brand sticks to this day upon Gallio (though an Heathen Magistrate) that he cared not for the matters of the Law and Worship, according to the Law,
And you know what a brand sticks to this day upon Gallio (though an Heathen Magistrate) that he cared not for the matters of the Law and Worship, according to the Law,
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when question was brought, no, though there were insurrections and tumults upon that occasion: and for Gamaliels counsell, Refrain from these men, and let them alone:
when question was brought, no, though there were insurrections and tumults upon that occasion: and for Gamaliels counsel, Refrain from these men, and let them alone:
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it hath no otherwise the approbation of God for good, then the designe of Pharaoh, or the crafty counsell of Ahitophell, which are also recorded in the Scripture, it will not consist with other rules of the word,
it hath not otherwise the approbation of God for good, then the Design of Pharaoh, or the crafty counsel of Ahithophel, which Are also recorded in the Scripture, it will not consist with other rules of the word,
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(happy were it if there were life put into them by another Ordinance for the execution of them) what lets that ye should not doe the like against Errours, Haresies, and Schismes? Why should the first Commandement be left out of protection more then the other three of the first Table?
(happy were it if there were life put into them by Another Ordinance for the execution of them) what lets that you should not do the like against Errors, Haresies, and Schisms? Why should the First Commandment be left out of protection more then the other three of the First Table?
First, with the minde that is in God, without the mixture of a private spirit, with incorruptnesse, gravitie, sinceritie, justly, uprightly, faithfully, with such a free publique unbyased, unprejudiced spirit, such libertie and courage from a principle within, not popular arguments from without.
First, with the mind that is in God, without the mixture of a private Spirit, with incorruptness, gravity, sincerity, justly, uprightly, faithfully, with such a free public unbiased, unprejudiced Spirit, such liberty and courage from a principle within, not popular Arguments from without.
Pull off thy shoes, &c. id est, according to Theodorets Allegorie or Interpretation, carnall, earthy, sensuall, beastly passions, or all inordinateness of affection;
Pull off thy shoes, etc. id est, according to Theodoret Allegory or Interpretation, carnal, earthy, sensual, beastly passion, or all inordinateness of affection;
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Set him therefore before you as your copie, the patterne of government, Your excellency consisteth onely in conformity to him. Secondly, according to his word.
Set him Therefore before you as your copy, the pattern of government, Your excellency Consisteth only in conformity to him. Secondly, according to his word.
if yee exercise your selves to the reading of it, as David the man after Gods owne heart did, yee cannot be to seeke either for principles, or for presidents;
if ye exercise your selves to the reading of it, as David the man After God's own heart did, ye cannot be to seek either for principles, or for Presidents;
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or to the lawes of the land already prescribed, as inferiour officers in courts of judicature, &c. But as to Gods law ye are no more at libertie to goe from,
or to the laws of the land already prescribed, as inferior Officers in Courts of judicature, etc. But as to God's law you Are no more At liberty to go from,
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or step beside the Morall equitie and justice of it, then he that comes forth to sing a Song set to his hand, may varie from the Notes or Dittie in the booke, onely he may order his voice for the better grace of the musick,
or step beside the Moral equity and Justice of it, then he that comes forth to sing a Song Set to his hand, may vary from the Notes or Ditty in the book, only he may order his voice for the better grace of the music,
First, derive all your sufficiencie from God the Father of lights, and from the Lord Iesus Christ, in whom it pleased the Father that all fulness should dwell.
First, derive all your sufficiency from God the Father of lights, and from the Lord Iesus christ, in whom it pleased the Father that all fullness should dwell.
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but receive something more of his Grace, from whom commeth downe every good and perfect gifts, and out of his hand, who is the image of the invisible God:
but receive something more of his Grace, from whom comes down every good and perfect Gifts, and out of his hand, who is the image of the invisible God:
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The Fitches are beaten out with a staffe, and the Cummin with a rod, bread-corne is bruised, &c. This also commeth forth from the Lord of hasts, who is wonderfull is counsell,
The Fitches Are beaten out with a staff, and the Cummin with a rod, breadcorn is Bruised, etc. This also comes forth from the Lord of hasts, who is wonderful is counsel,
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for who is able to iudge a great people? It will therefore be your wisedome, what-ever your breeding or other advantages be, to take in daily from God and Christ, (as the pipe from the conduit head) by due acknowledgement and dependencie.
for who is able to judge a great people? It will Therefore be your Wisdom, whatever your breeding or other advantages be, to take in daily from God and christ, (as the pipe from the conduit head) by due acknowledgement and dependency.
neither will the supply be so certaine and constant by nature and morality, as when it cometh downe from him with whom is no variablenesse or shadow of change;
neither will the supply be so certain and constant by nature and morality, as when it comes down from him with whom is no variableness or shadow of change;
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But a fountaine that is fed from the Ocean, a rill or riveret from the spring, faileth seldome or never, they that come thither are not ashamed, they are not confounded because they hoped:
But a fountain that is fed from the Ocean, a rill or riveret from the spring, Faileth seldom or never, they that come thither Are not ashamed, they Are not confounded Because they hoped:
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Meere naturall or morall parts and abilities, like ditch water may corrupt; the wisedome of Egypt, like the waters of Egypt, both by the judgement of God,
Mere natural or moral parts and abilities, like ditch water may corrupt; the Wisdom of Egypt, like the waters of Egypt, both by the judgement of God,
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The wisedome that is from beneath is earthly, sensuall, devillish, but the wisedome that is from above, is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, easie to be intreated, full of mercie and good fruits, without partiality, without hypocrisie.
The Wisdom that is from beneath is earthly, sensual, devilish, but the Wisdom that is from above, is First pure, then peaceable, gentle, easy to be entreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, without hypocrisy.
and ye will also finde it, that at one time or other even the lustre and reputation of such men and such faculties, will fade like faint colours that are not woaded or grained:
and you will also find it, that At one time or other even the lustre and reputation of such men and such faculties, will fade like faint colours that Are not woaded or grained:
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The great men, the Worthies in matter of government were praying men, as Ezra, Nehemiah, and before them Moses, David, Solomon, &c. and the great things for which they are so famous, were obtained by prayer.
The great men, the Worthies in matter of government were praying men, as Ezra, Nehemiah, and before them Moses, David, Solomon, etc. and the great things for which they Are so famous, were obtained by prayer.
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Its very like that Phinehas was a praying when he was moved to doe that extraordinarie piece of justice on Zimri and Cosbi, by which the wrath of God was appeased,
Its very like that Phinehas was a praying when he was moved to do that extraordinary piece of Justice on Zimri and Cozbi, by which the wrath of God was appeased,
and himself became renowned, else why should the Holy Ghost direct the Psalmist, recording that Heroick Act, to choose a word that signifies as well to pray, as to doe iustice? Then stood up Phinehas,
and himself became renowned, Else why should the Holy Ghost Direct the Psalmist, recording that Heroic Act, to choose a word that signifies as well to pray, as to do Justice? Then stood up Phinehas,
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Therefore as the Wiseman counselleth, Trust in the Lord with all thine heart, and leane not on thine owne understanding, in all thy wayes acknowledge him,
Therefore as the Wiseman counselleth, Trust in the Lord with all thine heart, and lean not on thine own understanding, in all thy ways acknowledge him,
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As sure as God is in heaven, He is among you, yea, within you. There is no an Act that ye doe, not a word that ye speak, not a thought that ye think, not an aime that ye have, not a designe that ye drive,
As sure as God is in heaven, He is among you, yea, within you. There is no an Act that you do, not a word that you speak, not a Thought that you think, not an aim that you have, not a Design that you drive,
when he makes inquisition, he shall not need search the Parliament rolls, look your journall bookes, breake open your studies, send to search your pockets:
when he makes inquisition, he shall not need search the Parliament rolls, look your Journal books, break open your studies, send to search your pockets:
looke to Westminster, and rowe to Oxford; give counsell here, and intelligence there, should cast in any thing to trouble your proceedings, retard the reformation,
look to Westminster, and row to Oxford; give counsel Here, and intelligence there, should cast in any thing to trouble your proceedings, retard the Reformation,
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I beseech you, in the feare of God, consider this, and regard it as the most fixed and resolved truth, that ye may not trespasse against God in the judgement, either within doors or without;
I beseech you, in the Fear of God, Consider this, and regard it as the most fixed and resolved truth, that you may not trespass against God in the judgement, either within doors or without;
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If any man, or men, consult or goe against God, his Church, his Cause, his Way, his Word, his Ends, they imagin a vain thing, disquiet themselves in vain, — There is no wisdom, nor understanding nor counsell against the Lord, no weapon that is formed against him or his, shall prosper.
If any man, or men, consult or go against God, his Church, his Cause, his Way, his Word, his Ends, they imagine a vain thing, disquiet themselves in vain, — There is no Wisdom, nor understanding nor counsel against the Lord, no weapon that is formed against him or his, shall prosper.
Let them multiply their party, and joyne heads and hands, they are never the nearer; Associate your selves. O ye people, and ye shall be broken in pieces;
Let them multiply their party, and join Heads and hands, they Are never the nearer; Associate your selves. Oh you people, and you shall be broken in Pieces;
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Againe, if ye concurre with God in his Way, and in his Ends, who shall harm you? If God be with you, who shall be against you? Piety is the best policy:
Again, if you concur with God in his Way, and in his Ends, who shall harm you? If God be with you, who shall be against you? Piety is the best policy:
Mountains shall become plaines before Zerubbabel (the agent whom God sets on worke) and he shall bring forth the Head stone thereof with shouting, Grace, Grace unto 〈 ◊ 〉.
Mountains shall become plains before Zerubbabel (the agent whom God sets on work) and he shall bring forth the Head stone thereof with shouting, Grace, Grace unto 〈 ◊ 〉.
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or by any miscarriage, in any undertaking by the one side or the other; (for the sad thoughts of those judgements are more proper for the day;) let us be silent because the Lord hath done its Refraine from froward quarrelsome complaining and murmuring, and give glory to God:
or by any miscarriage, in any undertaking by the one side or the other; (for the sad thoughts of those Judgments Are more proper for the day;) let us be silent Because the Lord hath done its Refrain from froward quarrelsome complaining and murmuring, and give glory to God:
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Quam volum•• … licet nos amemus, tamen nec numero Hispanos, &c. sed pietate ae religione at { que } hac una sapientia quod Deorum immortalium numine omnia regi gubernari { que } perspeximus omnes gentes nationesque superavimus. Cic.
Quam volum•• … licet nos amemus, tamen nec numero Hispanos, etc. said Piate ae Religion At { que } hac una sapientia quod Gods immortalium numine omnia King gubernari { que } perspeximus omnes gentes nationesque superavimus. Cic
Deinde ipsa charitas quae sibi invicem hominos nodo charitatis astringit, non haberet aditum refuadendorum, et quasi miscendorum sibimet animorum si homines per homines nihil discerent. Aug. de Doc. Christ. Praef.
Deinde ipsa charitas Quae sibi invicem hominos nodo charitatis astringit, non haberet aditum refuadendorum, et quasi miscendorum sibimet animorum si homines per homines nihil discerent. Aug. de Doc. christ. Preface
