New-England pleaded with, and pressed to consider the things which concern her peace at least in this her day, or, A seasonable and serious word of faithful advice to the churches and people of God, primarily those in the Massachusets Colony, musingly to ponder, and bethink themselves, what is the tendency, and what will cetainly be the sad issue, of sundry unchristian and crooked wayes which too too [sic] many have been turning aside unto, if persisted and gone on in delivered in a sermon preached at Boston in New-England, May 7, 1673, being the day of election there / by Urian Oakes ...
BLessed Moses that Renowned Servant of the Lord, and King in Ieshurun (having served his own Generation by the Will of God, and performed his high and honourable Undertaking in Leading and conducting that untractable & rebellious People of Israel to the borders of Canaan, and after many Temptations and Exercises in the Wast and Howling Desart, brought them to a fair view,
BLessed Moses that Renowned Servant of the Lord, and King in Jeshurun (having served his own Generation by the Will of God, and performed his high and honourable Undertaking in Leading and conducting that untractable & rebellious People of Israel to the borders of Canaan, and After many Temptations and Exercises in the Wast and Howling Desert, brought them to a fair view,
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and resigne the weighty charge of that great Congregation unto Ioshua, his servant and successor, on whom it was devolved by the immediate order and disposal of the Lord.
and resign the weighty charge of that great Congregation unto Ioshua, his servant and successor, on whom it was devolved by the immediate order and disposal of the Lord.
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You have in this Chapter his NONLATINALPHABET His Swan like Song, or his Farewell Sermon (as I may not ineptly call it) dictated to him by the Spirit of God,
You have in this Chapter his His Swan like Song, or his Farewell Sermon (as I may not ineptly call it) dictated to him by the Spirit of God,
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The Hebrews say of this Song of Moses, that it is a Summary of the whole Law, wherein mention is made of Gods Magnificence, the Creation of the World, the One true God that is to be Worshipped, t•• Generation of the Flood, the Division of Languages and Lands, the E•••ction and Separation of the Children of Israel for the peculiar Treasure 〈 ◊ 〉 Inheritance of the Lord, the benefits conferred upon them in the Wild••ness, the future Resurrection of the dead, with many other things of gr••• importance and concernment.
The Hebrews say of this Song of Moses, that it is a Summary of the Whole Law, wherein mention is made of God's Magnificence, the Creation of the World, the One true God that is to be Worshipped, t•• Generation of the Flood, the Division of Languages and Lands, the E•••ction and Separation of the Children of Israel for the peculiar Treasure 〈 ◊ 〉 Inheritance of the Lord, the benefits conferred upon them in the Wild••ness, the future Resurrection of the dead, with many other things of gr••• importance and concernment.
It is certainly a Prophetical Song, wherein we have a prediction, or Prophetical Declaration of what the Lord, the God of their Fathers, would do for that people of Israel in that good Land of Canaan ;
It is Certainly a Prophetical Song, wherein we have a prediction, or Prophetical Declaration of what the Lord, the God of their Father's, would do for that people of Israel in that good Land of Canaan;
He begins the 〈 ◊ 〉 with a Rhetorical & pathetical Apostrophe, wherein there is a most 〈 ◊ 〉 and weighty contestation or appeal to Heaven and Earth, importing the deafness and stupidity of his hearers (that he had as good apply his speech to sensless and inanimate Creatures as to them) and the great concernment of what he had to speak,
He begins the 〈 ◊ 〉 with a Rhetorical & pathetical Apostrophe, wherein there is a most 〈 ◊ 〉 and weighty contestation or appeal to Heaven and Earth, importing the deafness and stupidity of his hearers (that he had as good apply his speech to senseless and inanimate Creatures as to them) and the great concernment of what he had to speak,
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You have, 1. A Narrative, wherein he commemorates the great benefits which had been, and were to be conferred on that people, from ver. 4. to 15. The Lord took special care in the first division of the habitable parts of the World, that there might be an Inheritance laid out for the Children of Israel, and assigned the Land of Canaan to them, ver. 8. He singled them out for his peculiar people, ver. 9. he conducted them graciously in the Wilderness, ver. 10. and afforded them not only safe conduct in the way,
You have, 1. A Narrative, wherein he commemorates the great benefits which had been, and were to be conferred on that people, from for. 4. to 15. The Lord took special care in the First division of the habitable parts of the World, that there might be an Inheritance laid out for the Children of Israel, and assigned the Land of Canaan to them, ver. 8. He singled them out for his peculiar people, ver. 9. he conducted them graciously in the Wilderness, ver. 10. and afforded them not only safe conduct in the Way,
or the Eagle of her young ones, ver. 10, 11. He made comfortable provision for them in their Journey, introduced them into that Land flowing with Milk and Honey, confirmed and settled them in Possession and Fruition of the good things of it, ver. 13, 14. Moses mentions and records in this Song (which was appointed of the Lord to be written and taught the Children of Israel, that it might be a Song of Witness for the Lord against them, Deut. 31.19. ) these and other loving kindnesses of the Lord. 2. A Prediction of the Apostacy;
or the Eagl of her young ones, ver. 10, 11. He made comfortable provision for them in their Journey, introduced them into that Land flowing with Milk and Honey, confirmed and settled them in Possession and Fruition of the good things of it, ver. 13, 14. Moses mentions and records in this Song (which was appointed of the Lord to be written and taught the Children of Israel, that it might be a Song of Witness for the Lord against them, Deuteronomy 31.19.) these and other loving Kindnesses of the Lord. 2. A Prediction of the Apostasy;
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Idolatry and horrible Ingratitude of ••rael, from v. r. 15. to 19. They would be so far from rendring again unto the Lord according to the benefits done unto them in that good Land, that 〈 ◊ 〉 would requite him evil for good,
Idolatry and horrible Ingratitude of ••rael, from v. r. 15. to 19. They would be so Far from rendering again unto the Lord according to the benefits done unto them in that good Land, that 〈 ◊ 〉 would requite him evil for good,
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but they quickly snapt all a••nder, and broke loose from all engagements, and rushed on prodigiously and desperately in wayes of Provocation and Rebellion. 3. A severe Commination of deserved Chastisements and Punishments, from ver. 19, to 36. 4. A Word of Consolation Administred unto them: from ver. 36, to ••.
but they quickly snapped all a••nder, and broke lose from all engagements, and rushed on prodigiously and desperately in ways of Provocation and Rebellion. 3. A severe Commination of deserved Chastisements and Punishments, from for. 19, to 36. 4. A Word of Consolation Administered unto them: from for. 36, to ••.
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and their case in appearance and to the eye of reason was desperate: God would then awake and arise and plead their cause against insolent and injurious Adversaries,
and their case in appearance and to the eye of reason was desperate: God would then awake and arise and plead their cause against insolent and injurious Adversaries,
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Now in that part of the song which is Comminatory, and includes my Text, the Lord acquaints them by the hand of Mos•s with those dreadfull and almost unparalel'd judgments and calamities (Temporal as well as Spiritual ▪ that should be inflicted and executed on the account of their intollerable Provocations:
Now in that part of the song which is Comminatory, and includes my Text, the Lord acquaints them by the hand of Mos•s with those dreadful and almost unparalleled Judgments and calamities (Temporal as well as Spiritual ▪ that should be inflicted and executed on the account of their intolerable Provocations:
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Though their sins were ••ch as deserved utter extirpation and ruine, and their provocations so greivous and unsufferable that the Lord was ready to resolve to dissipate and blow them away,
Though their Sins were ••ch as deserved utter extirpation and ruin, and their provocations so grievous and unsufferable that the Lord was ready to resolve to dissipate and blow them away,
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and make the remembrance of them to cease from among men, ver. 26. yet the clemency and goodness and moderation of the Lord's anger in the execution of his threatnings should appear in the preservation of a remnant the impulsive cause whereof is intimated to be the consideration of the Wrath and Insolence of the Adve•sary,
and make the remembrance of them to cease from among men, ver. 26. yet the clemency and Goodness and moderation of the Lord's anger in the execution of his threatenings should appear in the preservation of a remnant the impulsive cause whereof is intimated to be the consideration of the Wrath and Insolence of the Adve•sary,
and the Dishon••• that woul•d redou•• ▪ to the Name of God thereby, ver. 27. which is •mplified by the Antithesis of the Impulsive cause that might have moved him to destroy t•em utterly, ver. 28. God renders the reason of his severe proceedings against them,
and the Dishon••• that woul•d redou•• ▪ to the Name of God thereby, ver. 27. which is •mplified by the Antithesis of the Impulsive cause that might have moved him to destroy t•em utterly, ver. 28. God renders the reason of his severe proceedings against them,
For he doth not only signifie in those words, that they did inconsiderately rush forward in wayes of sin, and precipitate themselves into misery, because they wanted the actual exerc•se of judgement and sound reason :
For he does not only signify in those words, that they did inconsiderately rush forward in ways of since, and precipitate themselves into misery, Because they wanted the actual exerc•se of judgement and found reason:
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Thereupon we have in the Words read, a Pathetical Exclamation wherein the Lord (after the manner of men) passionately expresseth his desire that they would he spiritually wise to consider what would become of them,
Thereupon we have in the Words read, a Pathetical Exclamation wherein the Lord (After the manner of men) passionately Expresses his desire that they would he spiritually wise to Consider what would become of them,
27. nor attribute and ascribe their prosperous and victorious proceedings, and the destructions they bad brought upon Israel to their Own prowess and policy,
27. nor attribute and ascribe their prosperous and victorious proceedings, and the destructions they bade brought upon Israel to their Own prowess and policy,
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even the like d•struction for their great Abominations impenitently persisted in. But we have no reason to recede from the received common Interpretation of the Words,
even the like d•struction for their great Abominations impenitently persisted in. But we have no reason to recede from the received Common Interpretation of the Words,
or question their immediate Application to the People of Israel. The Words are plainly spoken of Israel, the peculiar People of God, in a condition of great degeneracy ▪ wherein the Lord intimates and expresseth. 1. The g•ound and occasion of that Misery and Ruine that was comeing upon them,
or question their immediate Application to the People of Israel. The Words Are plainly spoken of Israel, the peculiar People of God, in a condition of great degeneracy ▪ wherein the Lord intimates and Expresses. 1. The g•ound and occasion of that Misery and Ruin that was coming upon them,
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namely, their want of Counsel and Understanding, ver. 28. The misery that befel them at several seasons in these and those Generations was not either undeserved or accidental:
namely, their want of Counsel and Understanding, ver. 28. The misery that befell them At several seasons in these and those Generations was not either undeserved or accidental:
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but as the hand of God inflicted it in a way of just severity, so their incurable Folly and Unreasonableness was the meritorious cause that brought it upon them. 2. The Cure, the Help, the only Remedy,
but as the hand of God inflicted it in a Way of just severity, so their incurable Folly and Unreasonableness was the meritorious cause that brought it upon them. 2. The Cure, the Help, the only Remedy,
and prev•••ed such a sad issue and calamitous event, namely, Wisdome, ver. 29. which is in the words of the Text, amplified from the Act and Object thereof.
and prev•••ed such a sad issue and calamitous event, namely, Wisdom, ver. 29. which is in the words of the Text, amplified from the Act and Object thereof.
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because though men of Understanding are not alwayes, yet they are ordinarily prosperous, their counsels and actions are usually attended and wai•ed on with success.
Because though men of Understanding Are not always, yet they Are ordinarily prosperous, their Counsels and actions Are usually attended and wai•ed on with success.
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The Original word hath Affinity with Banah (is Avenarius notes) which signifies to build. A man of consideration must be like a wise Architect that disposes in his minde, contrives, concer••s, models, frames and casts the several parts of his Fabrick or building.
The Original word hath Affinity with Banah (is Avenarius notes) which signifies to built. A man of consideration must be like a wise Architect that disposes in his mind, contrives, concer••s, models, frames and Cast the several parts of his Fabric or building.
and that is, their latter End. End in this place noteth not the final cause (as when we say, the last end of man is to glorifie God) but the exitus, the term, the issue, the upshot, the event and the conclusion of those sinful wayes they were engaged in.
and that is, their latter End. End in this place notes not the final cause (as when we say, the last end of man is to Glorify God) but the exitus, the term, the issue, the upshot, the event and the conclusion of those sinful ways they were engaged in.
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and the end of some mirth is heaviness, Prov. 14.12, 13. the wisdome of that people should have exprest it self in understanding and considering the latter end of their wayes.
and the end of Some mirth is heaviness, Curae 14.12, 13. the Wisdom of that people should have expressed it self in understanding and considering the latter end of their ways.
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as sinis operis, the end of their wayes and doings, the scope, and tendency, and issue of their evil and unworthy deportment• should have been considered by them.
as sinis operis, the end of their ways and doings, the scope, and tendency, and issue of their evil and unworthy deportment• should have been considered by them.
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As Psal. 81.13. O that my People had hearkened unto me, and Israel had walked in my wayes, and Isai. 48.18. O that thou hadst hearkened to my Commandments, &c. the like occurs in other places.
As Psalm 81.13. O that my People had harkened unto me, and Israel had walked in my ways, and Isaiah 48.18. Oh that thou Hadst harkened to my commandments, etc. the like occurs in other places.
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How can wishing and woulding be attributed to God in respect of those things which are never accomplished? How can such a •elleity be ascribed to God without the impeachment of his wisdome,
How can wishing and woulding be attributed to God in respect of those things which Are never accomplished? How can such a •elleity be ascribed to God without the impeachment of his Wisdom,
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and saith, O that thou wouldst be wise, that thou wouldst understand thy self, that thou wouldst consider what these prodigal courses will come to at last, what will be the end of thy Drunkenness, thy Laciviousness, thy Company keeping, thy great Idleness,
and Says, Oh that thou Wouldst be wise, that thou Wouldst understand thy self, that thou Wouldst Consider what these prodigal courses will come to At last, what will be the end of thy drunkenness, thy Lasciviousness, thy Company keeping, thy great Idleness,
If the Lord had willed properly with the will of purpose, or decreed that Israel should be wise to understand and consider their latter end, be both could and would have conferred upon them that wisdome,
If the Lord had willed properly with the will of purpose, or decreed that Israel should be wise to understand and Consider their latter end, be both could and would have conferred upon them that Wisdom,
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It is at first sight a strange expression which we meet with, Deut. •. 29. O that there w•re such an heart in them, that they would fear me, &c. In the Original it is (word for word) Who vvill give that their heart may 〈 ◊ 〉 such in them. as Mr. Ains•orth reads it.
It is At First sighed a strange expression which we meet with, Deuteronomy •. 29. Oh that there w•re such an heart in them, that they would Fear me, etc. In the Original it is (word for word) Who will give that their heart may 〈 ◊ 〉 such in them. as Mr. Ains•orth reads it.
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It is evident to any under standing man, that these things cannot be spoken of God properly and rigorously (as the Arminians absurdly strain them) salva Ma•••tate Divina. But we must say, cum toto Th•ologorum Choro (as judicious Am•s speaks) that God in such forms of speech, that he may commodiously treat with man, doth induere se homine, put on Man (as it were) or vest himself in the condition and properties of man,
It is evident to any under standing man, that these things cannot be spoken of God properly and rigorously (as the Arminians absurdly strain them) salvam Ma•••tate Divine. But we must say, cum toto Th•ologorum Chorus (as judicious Am•s speaks) that God in such forms of speech, that he may commodiously Treat with man, does Indure se homine, put on Man (as it were) or vest himself in the condition and properties of man,
The Lord in his Scripture treaties with the Sons of men, very frequently applies himself to them in such a form or mode of expression as is best suited and accommodated to their understandings,
The Lord in his Scripture treaties with the Sons of men, very frequently Applies himself to them in such a from or mode of expression as is best suited and accommodated to their understandings,
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The great God in this querimonious form of speaking resembles himself to a Father ( the Father of Spirits imitates and likens himself vnto one of the Fathers of our Flesh, as the Apostle phraseth it, Heb. 12.9. ) mournfully complaining of the folly of his Prodigal Son running out to excess of riot, and not considering what the end of such vicious & ri••ous courses will be.
The great God in this querimonious from of speaking resembles himself to a Father (the Father of Spirits imitates and likens himself unto one of the Father's of our Flesh, as the Apostle Phraseth it, Hebrew 12.9.) mournfully complaining of the folly of his Prodigal Son running out to excess of riot, and not considering what the end of such vicious & ri••ous courses will be.
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And yet it doth not argue, nor may we imagine, that God was willing, but unable to give his people of Israel this grace and wisdome without impeachment of the Creatures native liberty,
And yet it does not argue, nor may we imagine, that God was willing, but unable to give his people of Israel this grace and Wisdom without impeachment of the Creatures native liberty,
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He doth not give the Rational Creature such an absolute and uncontrolable liberty of will, that he cannot bend and encline their wills to what he will,
He does not give the Rational Creature such an absolute and uncontrollable liberty of will, that he cannot bend and incline their wills to what he will,
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Gods wishing this doth not necessarily import and argue the Creatures power, but their duty: not that they can of themselves, but that they ought to be thus wise. Their duty is hereby indigitated;
God's wishing this does not necessarily import and argue the Creatures power, but their duty: not that they can of themselves, but that they ought to be thus wise. Their duty is hereby indigitated;
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It would have been a very beneficial course, and turned to their great advantage. 4. It imports God ▪ approbation of, and complacency in this wisdome and wise consideration.
It would have been a very beneficial course, and turned to their great advantage. 4. It imports God ▪ approbation of, and complacency in this Wisdom and wise consideration.
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It is acceptable to God and pleasing to him to see this wise consideration in a people so circumstanced as Israel was. It doth not argue that God was pleased to give them wisdome to understand and consider their latter end (for then what should have obstructed the communication of it?) but that it would have pleased God,
It is acceptable to God and pleasing to him to see this wise consideration in a people so circumstanced as Israel was. It does not argue that God was pleased to give them Wisdom to understand and Consider their latter end (for then what should have obstructed the communication of it?) but that it would have pleased God,
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The Lord sufficiently intimates thereby, that all the mischief among them was occasioned through the want of a wise and understanding consideration of the event of things: This would have prevented it.
The Lord sufficiently intimates thereby, that all the mischief among them was occasioned through the want of a wise and understanding consideration of the event of things: This would have prevented it.
6. That this is the first and good step towards the repentance and reformation of a degenerous, backsliding and rebellious People, to consider what they are doing, whither they are going,
6. That this is the First and good step towards the Repentance and Reformation of a degenerous, backsliding and rebellious People, to Consider what they Are doing, whither they Are going,
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7 The nature of the Word of God and the dispensation thereof is signified hereby, viz. that it doth instantly perswade men to get this wisdom and understanding and considering spirit,
7 The nature of the Word of God and the Dispensation thereof is signified hereby, viz. that it does instantly persuade men to get this Wisdom and understanding and considering Spirit,
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And that God will in the way of these moral means, (these pathetical 〈 … 〉 suited and accommodated to the manner of men) effectually 〈 … 〉 wisdom and serious consideration of their latter end in some 〈 ◊ 〉 hearts,
And that God will in the Way of these moral means, (these pathetical 〈 … 〉 suited and accommodated to the manner of men) effectually 〈 … 〉 Wisdom and serious consideration of their latter end in Some 〈 ◊ 〉 hearts,
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and that he doth eminently and virtuali quadam ratione (as the learned Ames expresseth it) will it as to other men, •atenus, or so farr forth as he commands and calls for it.
and that he does eminently and virtuali Quadam ratione (as the learned Ames Expresses it) will it as to other men, •atenus, or so Far forth as he commands and calls for it.
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Israel was a People of many mercies and singular enjoyments (none like unto them) but withal of great provocations by their Apostacy, Idolatry, and other grievous miscarriages:
Israel was a People of many Mercies and singular enjoyments (none like unto them) but withal of great provocations by their Apostasy, Idolatry, and other grievous miscarriages:
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and the Lord represents it here as their wisdome to consider rationally and judiciously what would be the sad and doleful issue thereof. The Observation is plainly this:
and the Lord represents it Here as their Wisdom to Consider rationally and judiciously what would be the sad and doleful issue thereof. The Observation is plainly this:
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and setled in the possession of singular Priviledges and enjoyments, to understand and consider, or understandingly to consider what will be the latter end of their sinful wayes, their unsuitable and unworthy deportments before the Lord.
and settled in the possession of singular Privileges and enjoyments, to understand and Consider, or understandingly to Consider what will be the latter end of their sinful ways, their unsuitable and unworthy deportments before the Lord.
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The People of Israel were in Covenant with God, peculiarly favoured and accepted of him: And in pursuance of his Covenant engagements he had delivered them out of hard bondage,
The People of Israel were in Covenant with God, peculiarly favoured and accepted of him: And in pursuance of his Covenant engagements he had Delivered them out of hard bondage,
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and carried them in his Arms to Canaan, a Land of rest, and liberty, and glorious enjoyments, where they quickly trespassed and rebelled grievously against him (according to the prediction of Moses in this Prophetical Song ) and the Lord in the words of the Text plainly intimates it to be the wisdome of that People (and by parity of reason, of any other People that may be paralleld with them) at such a juncture,
and carried them in his Arms to Canaan, a Land of rest, and liberty, and glorious enjoyments, where they quickly trespassed and rebelled grievously against him (according to the prediction of Moses in this Prophetical Song) and the Lord in the words of the Text plainly intimates it to be the Wisdom of that People (and by parity of reason, of any other People that may be paralleled with them) At such a juncture,
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and in such a condition, to understand and consider (or to Consider with Consideration, as the Original hath it significantly, Ier. 23.20.) what will be the latter end of their sinful and rebellious wayes.
and in such a condition, to understand and Consider (or to Consider with Consideration, as the Original hath it significantly, Jeremiah 23.20.) what will be the latter end of their sinful and rebellious ways.
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The Lord tells, that People in the place but now mentioned, when he was about to bring a dreadful storm of wrath upon them, that in the latter dayes they should consider it perfectly.
The Lord tells, that People in the place but now mentioned, when he was about to bring a dreadful storm of wrath upon them, that in the latter days they should Consider it perfectly.
It is the guise and character of a Fool, Prov. 17.24. to have his eyes in the ends of the Earth, gazing and wandring about, looking hither and thither, far enough from his own concernments :
It is the guise and character of a Fool, Curae 17.24. to have his eyes in the ends of the Earth, gazing and wandering about, looking hither and thither, Far enough from his own concernments:
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For many men deceive themselves shamefully in this matter, many bold and presumptuous sinners (though they hear the words of the curse of the Law) do bless themselves in their hearts, saying they shall have peace, though they walk in the imagination of their hearts, to adde Drunkenness to thirst, Deut. 9.19 Though they walk not in Gods ways (which are wayes of pleasantness and peace) but in the crooked and destructive wayes of their own besotted foolish hearts,
For many men deceive themselves shamefully in this matter, many bold and presumptuous Sinners (though they hear the words of the curse of the Law) do bless themselves in their hearts, saying they shall have peace, though they walk in the imagination of their hearts, to add drunkenness to thirst, Deuteronomy 9.19 Though they walk not in God's ways (which Are ways of pleasantness and peace) but in the crooked and destructive ways of their own besotted foolish hearts,
Such is sometimes the Blindness and Security, not only of particular persons, but of the Body of a People, that they cry peace and safety, and promise themselves Prosperity and a good Iss•e of those wayes that end in suddain and unavoidable Calamity.
Such is sometime the Blindness and Security, not only of particular Persons, but of the Body of a People, that they cry peace and safety, and promise themselves Prosperity and a good Iss•e of those ways that end in sudden and unavoidable Calamity.
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that they do not NONLATINALPHABET (as the Apostle speaks, Iam 1.22. ) reason themselves into a mistake and •rrour or false conclusion about the end of their deportments towards the Lord,
that they do not (as the Apostle speaks, Iam 1.22.) reason themselves into a mistake and •rrour or false conclusion about the end of their deportments towards the Lord,
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Consideration intends more then a transient thought, or suddain ••itting apprehension. It imports a fixing, and dwelling upon this or that in our thoughts.
Consideration intends more then a Transient Thought, or sudden ••itting apprehension. It imports a fixing, and Dwelling upon this or that in our thoughts.
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as it were a steeping and soaking of their thoughts in the daily meditation of their latter End Not only rolling or glancing ▪ but fixing the eyes of the Understanding,
as it were a steeping and soaking of their thoughts in the daily meditation of their latter End Not only rolling or glancing ▪ but fixing the eyes of the Understanding,
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as David saith, I thought on my wayes, and turned my feet unto thy testimonies, Psal. 119 59. Serious consideration of the latter end of a mans sinful wayes, will have a converting influence upon his affections and conversation.
as David Says, I Thought on my ways, and turned my feet unto thy testimonies, Psalm 119 59. Serious consideration of the latter end of a men sinful ways, will have a converting influence upon his affections and Conversation.
Sapience or Wisdome properly belongs to Syllogistical Iudgement, and is a virtue of the Understanding, whereby a man discerns the dependance of things,
Sapience or Wisdom properly belongs to Syllogistical Judgement, and is a virtue of the Understanding, whereby a man discerns the dependence of things,
this will be the Conclusion resulting from those Premises. Wisdome lyes in the Rational Application of general Rules of Scripture to our selves and our own conditions,
this will be the Conclusion resulting from those Premises. Wisdom lies in the Rational Application of general Rules of Scripture to our selves and our own conditions,
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Reas. 2. Because it is the unquestionable duty of any people, especially such a people, to consider their latter End. What the Lord wisheth they might do,
Reas. 2. Because it is the unquestionable duty of any people, especially such a people, to Consider their latter End. What the Lord wishes they might do,
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Their building their own houses, and pursuing their private Interests and Advantages, with the shameful neglect of publick Temple-work, was attended and followed with a visible Blasting Curse of God upon their Labours and Enjoyments,
Their building their own houses, and pursuing their private Interests and Advantages, with the shameful neglect of public Temple work, was attended and followed with a visible Blasting Curse of God upon their Labours and Enjoyments,
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Reas. 3. Because it is their great Interest, a very beneficial and advantagious course, and makes very much for their well-being, understandingly to consider their wayes,
Reas. 3. Because it is their great Interest, a very beneficial and advantageous course, and makes very much for their well-being, understandingly to Consider their ways,
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and ready to engage in this or that business, will be, Cui bono? To what purpose? what benefit will redound and accrue thereby? Interest and Advantage is wont to lead men captive, and to influence them marvellously:
and ready to engage in this or that business, will be, Cui Bono? To what purpose? what benefit will redound and accrue thereby? Interest and Advantage is wont to led men captive, and to influence them marvellously:
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and there is ordinarily no surer way to prevail with them, then by arguing ab Vtili, and demonstrating the advantagiousness and expediency of any course or duty.
and there is ordinarily no Surer Way to prevail with them, then by arguing ab Useful, and Demonstrating the Advantageousness and expediency of any course or duty.
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Hence the Lord, when he would reason his people into a Care and Conscience of universal obedience to his Commandments in general, argues from this Topick or Head of Argument, Vt tibi benè sit, That it may go well with thee, Deut. 4.40. — 5.29. — 6.3, 18. — 12.28.
Hence the Lord, when he would reason his people into a Care and Conscience of universal Obedience to his commandments in general, argues from this Topic or Head of Argument, Vt tibi benè sit, That it may go well with thee, Deuteronomy 4.40. — 5.29. — 6.3, 18. — 12.28.
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Hereby they may come to understand the signs of the Times, the want of which skill our Saviour taxeth severely, Matth. 16.2, 3. Men are usually wise to discern the signs of the Weather,
Hereby they may come to understand the Signs of the Times, the want of which skill our Saviour Taxes severely, Matthew 16.2, 3. Men Are usually wise to discern the Signs of the Weather,
so they may be able to make a Iudgement of their condition, and what is like to become of them, by the Aspect of their own wayes and deportments towards the Lord.
so they may be able to make a Judgement of their condition, and what is like to become of them, by the Aspect of their own ways and deportments towards the Lord.
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Hereby they may be 〈 … 〉 to Repentance, and the casting away or turning from those iniquities and transgressions that are otherwise sure to be their Ruine, Ezek. 18.30, 31. Mark those steps.
Hereby they may be 〈 … 〉 to Repentance, and the casting away or turning from those iniquities and transgressions that Are otherwise sure to be their Ruin, Ezekiel 18.30, 31. Mark those steps.
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Hereby they may be quickned and helped to meet God, when he is coming forth in the way of his Iudgements, in a way of Humiliation and Supplication, Amos 4.12. and to wait for him in the way of his Iudgements, Isa. 26.8.
Hereby they may be quickened and helped to meet God, when he is coming forth in the Way of his Judgments, in a Way of Humiliation and Supplication, Amos 4.12. and to wait for him in the Way of his Judgments, Isaiah 26.8.
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Hereby they may know how to order their Prayers, and get into the gap, and prevent the Judgements of God that are in their way towards them, and obviate them.
Hereby they may know how to order their Prayers, and get into the gap, and prevent the Judgments of God that Are in their Way towards them, and obviate them.
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When they consider aright the scope and ten•ency, the inequality and demerit of their own wayes, they will readily apprehend the Justice and Equitableness of God's hand, in bringing a miserable End upon them.
When they Consider aright the scope and ten•ency, the inequality and demerit of their own ways, they will readily apprehend the justice and Equitableness of God's hand, in bringing a miserable End upon them.
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So that it is the great Interest, and therefore Wisdome of a people (in these and other respects) to consider their latter end. I shall onely adde for a close h••e, That the Reasons given,
So that it is the great Interest, and Therefore Wisdom of a people (in these and other respects) to Consider their latter end. I shall only add for a close h••e, That the Reasons given,
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So that it is their great Concern in a peculiar manner to consider what will be the latter End of their un••table and unbecoming deportments before the Lord.
So that it is their great Concern in a peculiar manner to Consider what will be the latter End of their un••table and unbecoming deportments before the Lord.
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Want of this consideration will ruine any people, but it will make way for wonderful and unparallell'd destruction of such as are circumstanced as Israel was,
Want of this consideration will ruin any people, but it will make Way for wondered and unparalleled destruction of such as Are circumstanced as Israel was,
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thus and so circumstanced, then also it is the concernment of particular persons understandingly to consider what will be the End and Issue of their sinful deportments before the Lord.
thus and so circumstanced, then also it is the concernment of particular Persons understandingly to Consider what will be the End and Issue of their sinful deportments before the Lord.
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and Parts, and Policy, but in thy latter end thou wilt be a Fool. Now the Gospel is foolishness, Religion is foolishness, Praying in secret, walking humbly and mournfully with God, is foolishness in thy deluded apprehension:
and Parts, and Policy, but in thy latter end thou wilt be a Fool. Now the Gospel is foolishness, Religion is foolishness, Praying in secret, walking humbly and mournfully with God, is foolishness in thy deluded apprehension:
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And the people of God that deny themselves, and crucifie the flesh, with the affections and lusts, and will not run with you to the same excess of riot, are a company of weak and foolish men in thy valuation:
And the people of God that deny themselves, and crucify the Flesh, with the affections and Lustiest, and will not run with you to the same excess of riot, Are a company of weak and foolish men in thy valuation:
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but who dost think will be th• fool at last? Oh think over and over what will be the end of 〈 ◊ 〉 penitency and perseverance in a course of sinning against God.
but who dost think will be th• fool At last? O think over and over what will be the end of 〈 ◊ 〉 Penitency and perseverance in a course of sinning against God.
and preferring thy base lusts before him. The end of Faith is the salvation of the soul, 1 Pet. 1.9. therefore the end of Unbelief will be the perdition of the soul.
and preferring thy base Lustiest before him. The end of Faith is the salvation of the soul, 1 Pet. 1.9. Therefore the end of Unbelief will be the perdition of the soul.
The end of neglecting great salvation, will be unavoidable misery, Heb 2.3. How shall we escape, if we neglect so great salvation? Yea the end of thy positive U•belief, in rejecting the Lord Jesus Christ revealed and off red in the Gospel, shall be a more intolerable condition then that of Tyre and Sidon, Sodom and G•morrah, (the Cities which God overthrew and repented not) Turks and Indians, Heathens and Infidil• ▪ Mat. 11.21, 22, 23, 24. Oh play the men, act the part of rational Creatures, set your rational Faculties, your Vnderstandings and Consciences awork;
The end of neglecting great salvation, will be unavoidable misery, Hebrew 2.3. How shall we escape, if we neglect so great salvation? Yea the end of thy positive U•belief, in rejecting the Lord jesus christ revealed and off read in the Gospel, shall be a more intolerable condition then that of Tyre and Sidon, Sodom and G•morrah, (the Cities which God overthrew and repented not) Turks and Indians, heathens and Infidil• ▪ Mathew 11.21, 22, 23, 24. O play the men, act the part of rational Creatures, Set your rational Faculties, your Understandings and Consciences awork;
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As Solomon saith of the house of the strange woman, that it enclineth unto death, and her paths to the dead, Prov. 2.18. so may I say of the sinful courses and practises of men.
As Solomon Says of the house of the strange woman, that it Inclineth unto death, and her paths to the dead, Curae 2.18. so may I say of the sinful courses and practises of men.
What are the sons of men generally doing, but laying wait for their own blood? Prov. 1.18. plotting, as it were, and projecting, contriving and accomplishing their own destruction, and know it not.
What Are the Sons of men generally doing, but laying wait for their own blood? Curae 1.18. plotting, as it were, and projecting, contriving and accomplishing their own destruction, and know it not.
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Wicked men are inconsiderate men, and their way is as darkness, they know not at what they stumble, Prov. 4.19. The end of their way is bitter as wormwood, sharp as a two-edged sword ;
Wicked men Are inconsiderate men, and their Way is as darkness, they know not At what they Stumble, Curae 4.19. The end of their Way is bitter as wormwood, sharp as a two-edged sword;
their feet go down to death, and their steps take hold of hell, as Solomon speaks to another sense, Prov 5.4, 5. Can a man take fire in his bosome? or go upon hot coals and not be burnt? Prov. 6.27, 28. You would account him a poor distracted creature that should so do,
their feet go down to death, and their steps take hold of hell, as Solomon speaks to Another sense, Curae 5.4, 5. Can a man take fire in his bosom? or go upon hight coals and not be burned? Curae 6.27, 28. You would account him a poor distracted creature that should so do,
Do not men know very well that the end of Swearing, and Drunkenness, and Vncleanness, and Disobedience to Parents, and Profanation of the Sabbath, and Vnfruitfulness under Ordinances, and of deriding and maligning the wayes of godliness, and those that walk in them, will be death and destruction from the Lord? Yes verily:
Do not men know very well that the end of Swearing, and drunkenness, and Uncleanness, and Disobedience to Parents, and Profanation of the Sabbath, and Unfruitfulness under Ordinances, and of deriding and maligning the ways of godliness, and those that walk in them, will be death and destruction from the Lord? Yes verily:
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and thorough Reformation of thy Life and Conversation. Consideration is not meer speculative Contemplation, but practical Reformation must be the end of it,
and thorough Reformation of thy Life and Conversation. Consideration is not mere speculative Contemplation, but practical Reformation must be the end of it,
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So give me leave to direct my Exhortation to the People of New-England, or the Representative Body of the People of this Colony, and to perswade the New-England-Israel to get and improve this Spiritual wisdome, Vnderstandingly and judiciously to consider what will be the latter End of your sinful wayes,
So give me leave to Direct my Exhortation to the People of New england, or the Representative Body of the People of this Colony, and to persuade the New-England-Israel to get and improve this Spiritual Wisdom, Understandingly and judiciously to Consider what will be the latter End of your sinful ways,
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As you are a people of many Mercies and Priviledges, so I may well parallel you with Israel, a people graciously conducted and carried by the mighty hand of God to a place of Rest,
As you Are a people of many mercies and Privileges, so I may well parallel you with Israel, a people graciously conducted and carried by the mighty hand of God to a place of Rest,
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The Lord hath brought you over the great Ocean from your Native Land, the Land of your Progenitors, to a place of Rest, where you have enjoyed singular mercies.
The Lord hath brought you over the great Ocean from your Native Land, the Land of your Progenitors, to a place of Rest, where you have enjoyed singular Mercies.
As when there was a Division made of the habitable parts of the Earth to the sons of Adam there was an Assignation of that good Land of Canaan in the purpose of God to the Children of Israel (which seems to be the sense and importance of that difficult place, Deut. 32.8. which hath put Expositors, as the body of Asahel in the way did the people, 2 Sam. 2.23. to a stand) so was there an Allotment, in the Counsel of God, of these Ends of the Earth unto this part of our Nation for the Bounds of their Habitation.
As when there was a Division made of the habitable parts of the Earth to the Sons of Adam there was an Assignation of that good Land of Canaan in the purpose of God to the Children of Israel (which seems to be the sense and importance of that difficult place, Deuteronomy 32.8. which hath put Expositors, as the body of Ashahel in the Way did the people, 2 Sam. 2.23. to a stand) so was there an Allotment, in the Counsel of God, of these Ends of the Earth unto this part of our nation for the Bounds of their Habitation.
and what he thought in his heart, he hath fulfilled with his hand, in bringing you to this good Land, and providing wonderfully for your well-being here.
and what he Thought in his heart, he hath fulfilled with his hand, in bringing you to this good Land, and providing wonderfully for your well-being Here.
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The Lord hath not given Children to be your Leaders, and Babes to rule over y••, which is the eatned as a great Judgement, portending and making way for the ruine of Ierusalem, and fall of Iudah, Isa. 3.4, 8.) but Pious, Faithful, Prudent Magistrates, men in Wisdome and Understanding.
The Lord hath not given Children to be your Leaders, and Babes to Rule over y••, which is the eatned as a great Judgement, portending and making Way for the ruin of Ierusalem, and fallen of Iudah, Isaiah 3.4, 8.) but Pious, Faithful, Prudent Magistrates, men in Wisdom and Understanding.
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He hath not set Task-masters and Oppressors over us, or caused those that hate us to rule over us, as he threatens, Lev. 26.17. As a roaring Lion and a ranging Bear, so is a wicked Ruler over the poor people, Prov. 28.15.
He hath not Set Taskmasters and Oppressors's over us, or caused those that hate us to Rule over us, as he threatens, Lev. 26.17. As a roaring lion and a ranging Bear, so is a wicked Ruler over the poor people, Curae 28.15.
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God hath not given us Rulers that would fleece us, that would pull the bread out of our mouthes, that would grinde our faces and break our bones, that would undermine and rob us of our Liberties, Civil and Religious, to the enslaving of this people and their children after them:
God hath not given us Rulers that would fleece us, that would pull the bred out of our mouths, that would grind our faces and break our bones, that would undermine and rob us of our Liberties, Civil and Religious, to the enslaving of this people and their children After them:
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and set over us pious and faithful Rulers, that have been indeed (according to the obligation & intendment of their Office, Rom. 13.3, 4.) a terrour to evil, and not to good works, and Ministers of God to us for good:
and Set over us pious and faithful Rulers, that have been indeed (according to the obligation & intendment of their Office, Rom. 13.3, 4.) a terror to evil, and not to good works, and Ministers of God to us for good:
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and countenance their Swearing, and Drunkenness, and Filthiness, and Sabbath-breaking, and the like gross enormities, that there might be no Master of Restraint, or Coercive Power exercised in the land, that they might sin without controll,
and countenance their Swearing, and drunkenness, and Filthiness, and Sabbath-breaking, and the like gross enormities, that there might be no Master of Restraint, or Coercive Power exercised in the land, that they might sin without control,
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and that wanton Gospellers, giddy Professors, men of corrupt mindes, would have Magistrates that will allow them in publishing and spreading their damnable Heresies, disturbing the Peace and Order of the Churches of Christ,
and that wanton Evangelists, giddy Professors, men of corrupt minds, would have Magistrates that will allow them in publishing and spreading their damnable Heresies, disturbing the Peace and Order of the Churches of christ,
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But behold the goodness and patience of God! notwithstanding all our contempt of them, murmurings against them, unsutable behavior towards them, insensibleness of the greatness of our mercy in the enjoyment of them, uneasiness of too many diaffected persons under their Government, or attempts of men to bereave us of them,
But behold the Goodness and patience of God! notwithstanding all our contempt of them, murmurings against them, unsuitable behaviour towards them, insensibleness of the greatness of our mercy in the enjoyment of them, uneasiness of too many diaffected Persons under their Government, or attempts of men to bereave us of them,
God hath walled us about with a godly Magistracy, given us Rulers out of our selves (which was the priviledge of Israel, that they might take wise men, and understanding,
God hath walled us about with a godly Magistracy, given us Rulers out of our selves (which was the privilege of Israel, that they might take wise men, and understanding,
Good Magistrates, good Laws, and the vigorous Execution of them hath been the priviledge and glory of New-England, wherein you have been advanced above most of the Nations of the Earth.
Good Magistrates, good Laws, and the vigorous Execution of them hath been the privilege and glory of New england, wherein you have been advanced above most of the nations of the Earth.
This is a mercy of no small elevation. 2. As to your Sanctuary mercies. God hath sequestred you from the rest of the World, allured you into this Wilderness,
This is a mercy of no small elevation. 2. As to your Sanctuary Mercies. God hath sequestered you from the rest of the World, allured you into this Wilderness,
Churh-officers duely qualified, and set apart to their work and ruling authoritatively in the Lord, according to the order of the Gospel, using their power to •••••cation, and not to destruction:
Church-officers duly qualified, and Set apart to their work and ruling authoritatively in the Lord, according to the order of the Gospel, using their power to •••••cation, and not to destruction:
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And in case of difficulties emerging through want of light or peace, Councils orderly assembling and acting in the fear of God, Ministerially declaring the mind of God,
And in case of difficulties emerging through want of Light or peace, Councils orderly assembling and acting in the Fear of God, Ministerially declaring the mind of God,
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These are such mercies as are almost appropriately yours, if all circumstances be considered: so that hardly any People under heaven equal you in this respect.
These Are such Mercies as Are almost appropriately yours, if all Circumstances be considered: so that hardly any People under heaven equal you in this respect.
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God hath instructed us, as he did Israel in the Wilderness, Deut. 32.10. you have been provided of all helps and advantages for the edification of your souls and a rich Blessing upon them.
God hath instructed us, as he did Israel in the Wilderness, Deuteronomy 32.10. you have been provided of all helps and advantages for the edification of your Souls and a rich Blessing upon them.
Here you have seen the Rivers, the Flouds, the Brooks of Honey and Butter, Job 20.17. And for the continuance of these mercies, the Lord hath given you Schools of Learning,
Here you have seen the rivers, the Floods, the Brooks of Honey and Butter, Job 20.17. And for the Continuance of these Mercies, the Lord hath given you Schools of Learning,
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So that God hath made this Wilderness to be glad for his People, and this Desart to rejoyce and blossome as a Rose, Isai. 35.1. 3 As to those great blessings of Peace and Plenty, at least a competency and sufficiency of outward comforts.
So that God hath made this Wilderness to be glad for his People, and this Desert to rejoice and blossom as a Rose, Isaiah 35.1. 3 As to those great blessings of Peace and Plenty, At least a competency and sufficiency of outward comforts.
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You have here in these Chambers of Secresie and Safety which God hath brought you into, in this place of Retirement and Hiding, enjoyed peace and rest,
You have Here in these Chambers of Secrecy and Safety which God hath brought you into, in this place of Retirement and Hiding, enjoyed peace and rest,
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when other parts of the World have been embroiled, and that dear Nation of which you are a part, hath been involved in Blood and Distractions, emptied from Vessel to Vessel, undergoing strange alterations.
when other parts of the World have been embroiled, and that dear nation of which you Are a part, hath been involved in Blood and Distractions, emptied from Vessel to Vessel, undergoing strange alterations.
God hath found us in this Desart Land, and compassed us about, and kept us as the Apple of his Eye, Deut. 32.10. And all that have attempted to devour you have offended, and evil hath com• upon them :
God hath found us in this Desert Land, and compassed us about, and kept us as the Apple of his Eye, Deuteronomy 32.10. And all that have attempted to devour you have offended, and evil hath com• upon them:
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Gods People followed him into this Wilderness for Himself, and for his Kingdome and Righteousness, & he hath added & cast in over and above other things also:
God's People followed him into this Wilderness for Himself, and for his Kingdom and Righteousness, & he hath added & cast in over and above other things also:
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this was the one thing they desired, as David speaks, Psal. 27.4. And he hath in a way of surplusage and advantage, over and above given them other mercies.
this was the one thing they desired, as David speaks, Psalm 27.4. And he hath in a Way of surplusage and advantage, over and above given them other Mercies.
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He hath given you more in a sense then he promised you, much more then the first ▪ Adventurers and Vndertakers could rationally expect or promise themselves in a Wilderness.
He hath given you more in a sense then he promised you, much more then the First ▪ Adventurers and Undertakers could rationally expect or promise themselves in a Wilderness.
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And indeed, if we cast up the Accompt, and Summe up all our mercies, and lay all things together, this our Common-wealth seems to exhibit to us a specimen, or a little model of the Kingdome of Christ upon Earth, not in the wild sense of those that are called Fift-monarchy men, but in the sober sense of many of our Divines, wherein it is generally acknowledged and expected.
And indeed, if we cast up the Account, and Sum up all our Mercies, and lay all things together, this our Commonwealth seems to exhibit to us a specimen, or a little model of the Kingdom of christ upon Earth, not in the wild sense of those that Are called Fifth-monarchy men, but in the Sobrium sense of many of our Divines, wherein it is generally acknowledged and expected.
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and that the Kingdoms of this World are become the Kingdomes of our Lord and of h•• Christ, Rev. 1.15, 17 You have been as a City upon an hill (though in a remote and obscure Wilderness) as a Candle in the Candlestick that gives li•ht to the whole House.
and that the Kingdoms of this World Are become the Kingdoms of our Lord and of h•• christ, Rev. 1.15, 17 You have been as a city upon an hill (though in a remote and Obscure Wilderness) as a Candle in the Candlestick that gives li•ht to the Whole House.
You have, to a considerable Degree, enlightned the whole House (world I mean) as to the pattern of God• House, the Form and Fashion and Outgoings and Incomings thereof ▪ convinced •nd helped many, and le•t others;
You have, to a considerable Degree, enlightened the Whole House (world I mean) as to the pattern of God• House, the From and Fashion and Outgoings and Incomings thereof ▪ convinced •nd helped many, and le•t Others;
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Isa. 27.6 you have 〈 ◊ 〉 though an handfull of people separated from the greatest part of the Christian World (as it is prophesied of Iacobs remnant that it should be in the midst of many people.
Isaiah 27.6 you have 〈 ◊ 〉 though an handful of people separated from the greatest part of the Christian World (as it is prophesied of Iacobs remnant that it should be in the midst of many people.
They were wise and sober, and industrious and good men that laid our Foundations, and did what men could do, (in their several capacities) towards the setling us upon lasting Foundations of Righteousness and Holiness:
They were wise and Sobrium, and Industria and good men that laid our Foundations, and did what men could do, (in their several capacities) towards the settling us upon lasting Foundations of Righteousness and Holiness:
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It must be acknowledged with all Humility and Thankfulness, that it is God himself that hath brought us hitherto, as David speaks 2 Sam. 7.18. you got not this Land with your own Sword or Bow, your power and policy;
It must be acknowledged with all Humility and Thankfulness, that it is God himself that hath brought us hitherto, as David speaks 2 Sam. 7.18. you god not this Land with your own Sword or Bow, your power and policy;
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Was it not the mighty hand of God upon those Worthies that first came over, that touched and bowed their hearts, that made them willing to leave a pleasant Land (Dulce solum natale) the Land of their Fathers Sepulchers,
Was it not the mighty hand of God upon those Worthies that First Come over, that touched and bowed their hearts, that made them willing to leave a pleasant Land (Dulce solum Natale) the Land of their Father's Sepulchers,
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and of their own Nativities, to relinquish their settlements and fair accomodations (as to many of them) and their dear Friends & Relations, that they loved as their own souls, with whom it was in their hearts to have lived and dyed:
and of their own Nativities, to relinquish their settlements and fair Accommodations (as to many of them) and their dear Friends & Relations, that they loved as their own Souls, with whom it was in their hearts to have lived and died:
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and to cast, not their bread, but, themselves and their Fami•ies upon the great waters, to venture all upon the meer mercy of God (who called them to his foot as he did the righteous man whom he raised from the East. Isa. 41.2.
and to cast, not their bred, but, themselves and their Fami•ies upon the great waters, to venture all upon the mere mercy of God (who called them to his foot as he did the righteous man whom he raised from the East. Isaiah 41.2.
) And to follow him into a wilderness, a land that was not sown, a place of great hardships and difficulties? And was it not God who then sweetned their wilderness condition to them, conducted them as with the Pillar of Cloud and Fire, protected them from the many dangers that threatned them,
) And to follow him into a Wilderness, a land that was not sown, a place of great hardships and difficulties? And was it not God who then sweetened their Wilderness condition to them, conducted them as with the Pillar of Cloud and Fire, protected them from the many dangers that threatened them,
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Psal. 84.11.) in the happy settlement of Church and State, effecting great things by small and despicable means? was it not the same mighty hand of God, that routed and put to flight the spirit of Error and Heresie that was growing and getting •ead among you in your beginning times, plainly threatning the subversion of your State,
Psalm 84.11.) in the happy settlement of Church and State, effecting great things by small and despicable means? was it not the same mighty hand of God, that routed and put to flight the Spirit of Error and Heresy that was growing and getting •ead among you in your beginning times, plainly threatening the subversion of your State,
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and the destruction of your Civil and Sacred Concernments and Enjoyments? was it not the same Almighty Arm that vanquished the Pequots, and put the dread and terrour of you into the hearts of the Natives, that you have awelt safely in this wilderness,
and the destruction of your Civil and Sacred Concernments and Enjoyments? was it not the same Almighty Arm that vanquished the Pequots, and put the dread and terror of you into the hearts of the Natives, that you have awelt safely in this Wilderness,
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Hath not the Lord given a miscarrying womb unto all such as have conceived and been big with mischievous designs against you? Insomuch that all their counsels and endeavours have been abortive and fruitl•ss? Hath not the same Hand of the most High broken the head of many a Leviathan in pieces,
Hath not the Lord given a miscarrying womb unto all such as have conceived and been big with mischievous designs against you? Insomuch that all their Counsels and endeavours have been abortive and fruitl•ss? Hath not the same Hand of the most High broken the head of many a Leviathan in Pieces,
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and given him to be meat to (the Faith of) his people inhabiting this wilderness? Psal. 74.14. Hath not that glorious hand of God been stretched out from year to year for your Defence and Deliverance,
and given him to be meat to (the Faith of) his people inhabiting this Wilderness? Psalm 74.14. Hath not that glorious hand of God been stretched out from year to year for your Defence and Deliverance,
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though you are maligned and envyed, and there have been ▪ Attempts and hazardous ones too, made upon you? you have had sensible experience of the lighting down of the omnipotent Arm of God on your behalf.
though you Are maligned and envied, and there have been ▪ Attempts and hazardous ones too, made upon you? you have had sensible experience of the lighting down of the omnipotent Arm of God on your behalf.
Psal. 68.26. That is, either you that derive your Original from the Fountain of Iacob and Israel, that descend from him as his natural off-spring and Posterity, (as the words are generally expounded) or (if I may be allowed so to gloss and improve them) Bless him for all the mercies that have been conferred upon you from the Fountain,
Psalm 68.26. That is, either you that derive your Original from the Fountain of Iacob and Israel, that descend from him as his natural offspring and Posterity, (as the words Are generally expounded) or (if I may be allowed so to gloss and improve them) Bless him for all the Mercies that have been conferred upon you from the Fountain,
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for many generations? Hath God essayed to go and take him a part of a Nation from the midst of a Nation, by temptations, by sig•s, by wonders, by a mighty hand & by an out-strethed arm, according to all that the Lord your God hath done for you before your eyes? God hath shewn us almost unexampled unparalled mercy.
for many generations? Hath God essayed to go and take him a part of a nation from the midst of a nation, by temptations, by sig•s, by wonders, by a mighty hand & by an out-strethed arm, according to all that the Lord your God hath done for you before your eyes? God hath shown us almost unexampled unparalled mercy.
Mr. Shepard's Election Sermon, pag. 15.16. However ▪ it is our great-duty to be the Lords Remembrancer• or Recorders, Isa. 62.6. that the mercies of the Lord (that hath allured us into this wilderness, spoken comfortably to us and dealt bountifully with us therein) may be faithfully registred in our hearts, and remembred by us.
Mr. Shepherd's Election Sermon, page. 15.16. However ▪ it is our great-duty to be the lords Remembrancer• or Recorders, Isaiah 62.6. that the Mercies of the Lord (that hath allured us into this Wilderness, spoken comfortably to us and dealt bountifully with us therein) may be faithfully registered in our hearts, and remembered by us.
It is a desireable thing, that all the loving kindnesses of G•d, and his singular favours to this poor and despised out cast might be Chronicled and communicated (in the History of them) to succeeding Ages;
It is a desirable thing, that all the loving Kindnesses of G•d, and his singular favours to this poor and despised out cast might be Chronicled and communicated (in the History of them) to succeeding Ages;
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and that in the apprehension of all considering men we are too like them in their sinful deportments also: (all sides are agreed that things are in a declining posture, that there is a great degeneracy, that things look with another Face, that there is a defection and declension:
and that in the apprehension of all considering men we Are too like them in their sinful deportments also: (all sides Are agreed that things Are in a declining posture, that there is a great degeneracy, that things look with Another Face, that there is a defection and declension:
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yet they all center in this, that there is a back sliding and declension among us) Give me leave therefore, (who am much a stranger) to take it for granted, not only from my own observation, but especially from the the Confession of all parties (and what better evidence can be expected?) that this Noble vine planted by the Lords own right hand is become degenerous, that your wayes are unanswerable to the wayes of God, that your deportments are unsuitable to your engagements and the Lords expectations :
yet they all centre in this, that there is a back sliding and declension among us) Give me leave Therefore, (who am much a stranger) to take it for granted, not only from my own observation, but especially from the the Confessi of all parties (and what better evidence can be expected?) that this Noble vine planted by the lords own right hand is become degenerous, that your ways Are unanswerable to the ways of God, that your deportments Are unsuitable to your engagements and the lords Expectations:
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It will be your Interest to Consider, first, whence you are fallen, Rev. 2.5. And then, whither you are going, or falling by your iniquity. Hos. 14.1. And what the end and Issue of your sinful ways will be.
It will be your Interest to Consider, First, whence you Are fallen, Rev. 2.5. And then, whither you Are going, or falling by your iniquity. Hos. 14.1. And what the end and Issue of your sinful ways will be.
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and pitied, and protected, and blessed, were wise, and 〈 … 〉 understandingly and rationally what the end of their sinful deportments before me will be at last.
and pitied, and protected, and blessed, were wise, and 〈 … 〉 understandingly and rationally what the end of their sinful deportments before me will be At last.
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I confess I was under some temptation to have singled out such a Subject in the Discussion or Hau•ling whereof some general Christian Duties might have been commended to this great Assembly (so considerable as to the quality and publick capacity,
I confess I was under Some temptation to have singled out such a Subject in the Discussion or Hau•ling whereof Some general Christian Duties might have been commended to this great Assembly (so considerable as to the quality and public capacity,
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If a man had the meekness and gravity, and Fatherly spirit and affection that Moses discovers in the Book of Deuteronomie, the Wisdome and Reason of Solomon or Paul, the Tongue and Eloquence of Isaiah, the best accomplishments of any Son of Adam :
If a man had the meekness and gravity, and Fatherly Spirit and affection that Moses discovers in the Book of Deuteronomy, the Wisdom and Reason of Solomon or Paul, the Tongue and Eloquence of Isaiah, the best accomplishments of any Son of Adam:
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yet it would in reason signifie little, where he hath to do with the ignorance, the pride, the perverseness, the conceitedness, the prejudices, the opinionativeness of engaged men.
yet it would in reason signify little, where he hath to do with the ignorance, the pride, the perverseness, the conceitedness, the prejudices, the opinionativeness of engaged men.
Many good men, though in no good frame, are too like him in the Comedy, that said NONLATINALPHABET Aristoph. Plut. Thou shalt not perswade me, no, though thou dost perswade me.
Many good men, though in no good frame, Are too like him in the Comedy, that said Aristophanes. Plutarch Thou shalt not persuade me, no, though thou dost persuade me.
I considered also that things are run much to ruine among us, and gone beyond man, (the counsel and help of man) and that it must be NONLATINALPHABET God alone in some more then ordinary way of working that can retrive the Interest of Christ among us, and reduce us again.
I considered also that things Are run much to ruin among us, and gone beyond man, (the counsel and help of man) and that it must be God alone in Some more then ordinary Way of working that can retrieve the Interest of christ among us, and reduce us again.
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Probable it is, that it must be some sharp affliction, some smarting red, or sore tryal that must come upon these Churches to reduce them generally to their old trembling frame of spirit at the Word of God,
Probable it is, that it must be Some sharp affliction, Some smarting read, or soar trial that must come upon these Churches to reduce them generally to their old trembling frame of Spirit At the Word of God,
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and say, Hear, O ye Walls, give ear O ye Seats and Pillars, as to many men in these Churches, that are deaf to all that is cried in their ears by the Lords Messengers,
and say, Hear, Oh you Walls, give ear Oh you Seats and Pillars, as to many men in these Churches, that Are deaf to all that is cried in their ears by the lords Messengers,
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I considered also that there may be too many, even in the Bosome of New-English Churches that have lived long in that great sin of confronting the faithfull Ministers of Christ,
I considered also that there may be too many, even in the Bosom of New-English Churches that have lived long in that great since of confronting the faithful Ministers of christ,
an asserting of their Liberties, and Defence of the Priviledge of the Brethren, and that do even religiously despise and deride those that oppose their darling Notions :
an asserting of their Liberties, and Defence of the Privilege of the Brothers, and that do even religiously despise and deride those that oppose their darling Notions:
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It may be justly feared, that it is all the Religion some men have, to vilifie, and traduce, and low'r the reputation and Authority of the Ministers of Christ.
It may be justly feared, that it is all the Religion Some men have, to vilify, and traduce, and lower the reputation and authority of the Ministers of christ.
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Time was, when the Messengers of Christ, the Masters of Assemblies, were precious and welcome, (even when they came with a Rod, as Paul speakes, 1 Cor. 4 21.) and their Feet beautifull and their words very acceptable,
Time was, when the Messengers of christ, the Masters of Assemblies, were precious and welcome, (even when they Come with a Rod, as Paul speaks, 1 Cor. 4 21.) and their Feet beautiful and their words very acceptable,
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Too many professors are like Ezekiels hearers, that were still talking against him by the walls & in the doors of their houses, even then when they would come and sit before him, & hear his words as comming forth from the Lord, and it was as a lovely Song, and a pleasant fit of musick to them, Ezek. 33.30, 31, 32. I considered also that it is a matter of some difficulty, a dangerous undertaking, to search the wounds of this poor Country,
Too many professors Are like Ezekiel's hearers, that were still talking against him by the walls & in the doors of their houses, even then when they would come and fit before him, & hear his words as coming forth from the Lord, and it was as a lovely Song, and a pleasant fit of music to them, Ezekiel 33.30, 31, 32. I considered also that it is a matter of Some difficulty, a dangerous undertaking, to search the wounds of this poor Country,
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However having this oportunity, unsought and undesired by me, nay thrust upon me, I shall adventure (as God shall assist) to speak something to the present case and condition of the Country:
However having this opportunity, unsought and undesired by me, nay thrust upon me, I shall adventure (as God shall assist) to speak something to the present case and condition of the Country:
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and express my compassion to the souls of others, and my faithfulness to the Interest of Christ in New-England, and those that will not hear shall be inexcusable.
and express my compassion to the Souls of Others, and my faithfulness to the Interest of christ in New england, and those that will not hear shall be inexcusable.
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That which I have to commend to you, and entreat of you (even in the bowels of Iesus Christ ) is, the understanding, serious consideration of the lat•• end of your unsuitable and unbecoming deportments before the Lord ▪ in this good Land which he hath graciously given you.
That which I have to commend to you, and entreat of you (even in the bowels of Iesus christ) is, the understanding, serious consideration of the lat•• end of your unsuitable and unbecoming deportments before the Lord ▪ in this good Land which he hath graciously given you.
And because general Discourses affect and edifie 〈 ◊ 〉, I crave leave here to instance in some particulars, that I may the better accommodate and direct you in the management of this Important Duty of considering your latter end. Therefore,
And Because general Discourses affect and edify 〈 ◊ 〉, I crave leave Here to instance in Some particulars, that I may the better accommodate and Direct you in the management of this Important Duty of considering your latter end. Therefore,
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Are not even many old Disciples, Professors of a long standing, that for a long time have been accustomed to the yoke of Religion, grown weary and drowsie,
are not even many old Disciples, Professors of a long standing, that for a long time have been accustomed to the yoke of Religion, grown weary and drowsy,
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and next unto formal and customary in their performances? Though they do not, possibly, make any notorious and scandalous Digression and Diversion from the good wayes of God,
and next unto formal and customary in their performances? Though they do not, possibly, make any notorious and scandalous Digression and Diversion from the good ways of God,
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yet behold, what a weariness is it ? They are not diligent and active to stir up themselves to take hold of God, and work out their own salvation, and forgetting the things that are behind, to press towards the mark,
yet behold, what a weariness is it? They Are not diligent and active to stir up themselves to take hold of God, and work out their own salvation, and forgetting the things that Are behind, to press towards the mark,
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and are not weary in the wayes of God ? Not but that there are yet (through the great mercy of God) many, very many living, thriving, waking, powerful Christians among us, that have another spirit, and follow God fully (as C••eh did, Numb. 14.24. ) whose souls follow hard after God (as he speaks, Psa. 63.8 ) and that walk with him with much exactness, according to the tenour of the Covenant, with whom the Lord is well pleased,
and Are not weary in the ways of God? Not but that there Are yet (through the great mercy of God) many, very many living, thriving, waking, powerful Christians among us, that have Another Spirit, and follow God Fully (as C••eh did, Numb. 14.24.) whose Souls follow hard After God (as he speaks, Psa. 63.8) and that walk with him with much exactness, according to the tenor of the Covenant, with whom the Lord is well pleased,
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and spue us out of his mouth, as he threatned the Church of Laodicea, Rev. 3.16, He that remembers the good old Spirit of Those that followed God into this wildernes• ;
and spue us out of his Mouth, as he threatened the Church of Laodicea, Rev. 3.16, He that remembers the good old Spirit of Those that followed God into this wildernes•;
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the Faith, the Fervency, the Zeal for God, the good Affection to his Ordinances, the dear love to his Messengers ▪ the Heavenly-mindedness, the Diligence in working out their own Salvation, and watching over their Hearts and Tongues and Conversations, that practical Piety, and power of Godliness, when the Kingdom of Heaven suffered violence, and Religion was the great buisiness,
the Faith, the Fervency, the Zeal for God, the good Affection to his Ordinances, the dear love to his Messengers ▪ the Heavenly-mindedness, the Diligence in working out their own Salvation, and watching over their Hearts and Tongues and Conversations, that practical Piety, and power of Godliness, when the Kingdom of Heaven suffered violence, and Religion was the great business,
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Oh where is that Sense of the evil of sin? that Dread of the Majesty and Terrour of the Lord ? that Fear of the wrath to come ? that care and vigorous endeavour to secure an happy condition in the next World ? where are those fervent Prayers, unutterable groans, invincible wrestlings with God ? that serious and frequent meditation, that trembling at the Word, making hast and not delaying to keep the Commandments of God ? are not the wise (as well as foolish ) Virgins slumbring and sleeping ? As the Spouse saith, I sleep but my heart wak•th, Cant 5.2. They are in a great measure opprest and overborn with security : And others fast asleep;
O where is that Sense of the evil of since? that Dread of the Majesty and Terror of the Lord? that fear of the wrath to come? that care and vigorous endeavour to secure an happy condition in the next World? where Are those fervent Prayers, unutterable groans, invincible wrestlings with God? that serious and frequent meditation, that trembling At the Word, making haste and not delaying to keep the commandments of God? Are not the wise (as well as foolish) Virgins slumbering and sleeping? As the Spouse Says, I sleep but my heart wak•th, Cant 5.2. They Are in a great measure oppressed and overborne with security: And Others fast asleep;
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Do not men too generally turn Religion into a Formality and keep up a gaudy pageant of Religion in a course of Profession, that hath no life nor soul in it? Professors do not walk NONLATINALPHABET with that accurateness and circumspection that they were wont to do• but are grown careless and sleepy because the Bridegroom tarrieth, and wax weary of well-doing, and suffer their love to grow cold,
Do not men too generally turn Religion into a Formality and keep up a gaudy pageant of Religion in a course of Profession, that hath no life nor soul in it? Professors do not walk with that accurateness and circumspection that they were wont to do• but Are grown careless and sleepy Because the Bridegroom tarrieth, and wax weary of welldoing, and suffer their love to grow cold,
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and drink with the drunken, and smite their fellow servants, because their Lord delayes his coming ? verily the hearts of men generally are not lift up in the wayes of the Lord, 2 Chron. 17.6. nor engaged throughly to seek after him, but they walk at all adventures with him, Levit. 26.21.
and drink with the drunken, and smite their fellow Servants, Because their Lord delays his coming? verily the hearts of men generally Are not lift up in the ways of the Lord, 2 Chronicles 17.6. nor engaged thoroughly to seek After him, but they walk At all adventures with him, Levit. 26.21.
And there are a Generation of heedless Professors among us, that take no heed to walk in the Law of the Lord with all their heart•• which was the Character and Brand of Iehu, for all his high profession of Zeal for the Lord of Hosts, 2 King. 10 31. what settling and thickning upon the lees of security and sensuality, sloth and ease, doth the Lord Jesus observe among us, that searcheth Ierusalem with Candles ? Zeph. 1.12.
And there Are a Generation of heedless Professors among us, that take no heed to walk in the Law of the Lord with all their heart•• which was the Character and Brand of Iehu, for all his high profession of Zeal for the Lord of Hosts, 2 King. 10 31. what settling and thickening upon the lees of security and sensuality, sloth and ease, does the Lord jesus observe among us, that Searches Ierusalem with Candles? Zephaniah 1.12.
when Christ comes to sift, and win now, and purge his floor throughly ? When the Apostle gives us the Character of those last and perilous times that should overtake the Church of God, he reckons up sundry evils that too many Professors in those dayes should be addicted to:
when christ comes to sift, and win now, and purge his floor thoroughly? When the Apostle gives us the Character of those last and perilous times that should overtake the Church of God, he reckons up sundry evils that too many Professors in those days should be addicted to:
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Men (saith he) shall be lovers of themselves (pursuing their own interest with th•• neglect of the good of others) Covetous, or Lovers of Money, Po•sters (insolent and vain glorious) Proud (supercilious, vaunting or flaunting Profession) Blasphemers (scu••ilous and abusive revisers of others) Disobedient to Parents (that is, Despisers of the lawfull Authority not only of natural Parents,
Men (Says he) shall be lovers of themselves (pursuing their own Interest with th•• neglect of the good of Others) Covetous, or Lovers of Money, Po•sters (insolent and vain glorious) Proud (supercilious, vaunting or flaunting Profession) Blasphemers (scu••ilous and abusive revisers of Others) Disobedient to Parents (that is, Despisers of the lawful authority not only of natural Parents,
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but of Civil and Ecclesiastical Rulers, and of superiours in all Societies, Families, Churches, Commonwealth) Vnthankful (that are not to be won by any kindnesses,
but of Civil and Ecclesiastical Rulers, and of superiors in all Societies, Families, Churches, Commonwealth) Unthankful (that Are not to be wone by any Kindnesses,
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but are ungrateful to men of worth and usefulness, that have obliged them by all manner of Civilities and Services) Vnholy, or Prophane spirited men, without natural Affection, Truce-breakers or Perfidious (that mak• no Conscience of words and covenants,
but Are ungrateful to men of worth and usefulness, that have obliged them by all manner of Civilities and Services) Unholy, or Profane spirited men, without natural Affection, truce-breakers or Perfidious (that mak• no Conscience of words and Covenants,
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but violate their promises and engagements) False Accusers (Devils, the Original word is or Make bates and Calumniators) Incontinent or intemperate (that are buri•d in flesh and drowned in sensuality) Fierce (men of savage and bruitish dispositions that will admit o• no moderation) Despisers of those that are good, (such as cannot love good men but despise them, be they Magistrates or Ministers, men of Piety and great Worth) Traitors (perfidious to the cause and interest of Christ, to their best friends that repose confidence in them) Heady (violent men that are not to be check'd and restrain'd by Reason or Conscience within any bounds of sobriety,
but violate their promises and engagements) False Accusers (Devils, the Original word is or Make bates and Calumniators) Incontinent or intemperate (that Are buri•d in Flesh and drowned in sensuality) Fierce (men of savage and brutish dispositions that will admit o• no moderation) Despisers of those that Are good, (such as cannot love good men but despise them, be they Magistrates or Ministers, men of Piety and great Worth) Traitors (perfidious to the cause and Interest of christ, to their best Friends that repose confidence in them) Heady (violent men that Are not to be checked and restrained by Reason or Conscience within any bounds of sobriety,
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and have an high Opinion of themselves, an over-weening conceit of their own excellencies) Lovers of pleasures more then lovers of God (preferring their own carnal pleasures before the holy will of God) And the Close of all is, Having a Form (a shew, appearance or vizor) of Godliness but denying the power thereof.
and have an high Opinion of themselves, an overweening conceit of their own excellencies) Lovers of pleasures more then lovers of God (preferring their own carnal pleasures before the holy will of God) And the Close of all is, Having a From (a show, appearance or vizor) of Godliness but denying the power thereof.
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A visible decay of, and declension from the practise of piety and power of Godliness seizing upon a very considerable part of the professing party of these Plantations,
A visible decay of, and declension from the practice of piety and power of Godliness seizing upon a very considerable part of the professing party of these Plantations,
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Our vain janglings, and contentions, and strifes, and debates (those Sucker• that draw away all the nourishment from the substantial parts of godliness) are an evidence that we are grown carnal, that once were a spiritual people, 1 Cor. 3.3. We have many fearful instances, tremendous Examples of backsliding:
Our vain janglings, and contentions, and strifes, and debates (those Sucker• that draw away all the nourishment from the substantial parts of godliness) Are an evidence that we Are grown carnal, that once were a spiritual people, 1 Cor. 3.3. We have many fearful instances, tremendous Examples of backsliding:
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so that the goodly profession of many persons expires in sad revolt from the Truth to vile Opini•ns, or from the power of godliness to loose and licentious courses.
so that the goodly profession of many Persons expires in sad revolt from the Truth to vile Opini•ns, or from the power of godliness to lose and licentious courses.
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And what will be the Latter end of this, but the removing of our Candlesticks, the loss of the presence and •avour of Christ, the departure of the Glory of the Lord from us, the casting away of the Salt that hath lost its savour?
And what will be the Latter end of this, but the removing of our Candlesticks, the loss of the presence and •avour of christ, the departure of the Glory of the Lord from us, the casting away of the Salt that hath lost its savour?
But how many among us are there to whom F•o•ks, and Herds, and Earthly Enjoyments are Glory (as they were to Labans Sons, Gen. 31.1.) rather then the Ark of God's presence and his Holy Ordinances ? where is that love to the Word, that affection to Sacraments, that longing for Sabbaths and Lecture dayes, that holy care to prepare for a meeting with God at such times,
But how many among us Are there to whom F•o•ks, and Herds, and Earthly Enjoyments Are Glory (as they were to Labans Sons, Gen. 31.1.) rather then the Ark of God's presence and his Holy Ordinances? where is that love to the Word, that affection to Sacraments, that longing for Sabbaths and Lecture days, that holy care to prepare for a meeting with God At such times,
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How Beautiful have the Feet of those that brought the Glad tidings of the Gospel been? but now how burdensome ? that Ministers are reckoned Bills of Charges, and were it not for shame, I doubt some people could be well enough without them,
How Beautiful have the Feet of those that brought the Glad tidings of the Gospel been? but now how burdensome? that Ministers Are reckoned Bills of Charges, and were it not for shame, I doubt Some people could be well enough without them,
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Oh what barren Fig•re•s stand in this vineyard of the Lord ? How much of the Earth here drinks in the rain of Heaven that comes oft upon it, and brings forth nothing but briars and thorns ? what will the end of this be,
O what barren Fig•re•s stand in this vineyard of the Lord? How much of the Earth Here drinks in the rain of Heaven that comes oft upon it, and brings forth nothing but briers and thorns? what will the end of this be,
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but the c•tting down of such cumbersoms-Professors, and the burning them up ▪ Luk. 13.7.8. Heb. 6.8. If men like the deaf Adder, shall stop their Ears and will not hearken to the voice of the wisest Charmers, Psal. 58.5.
but the c•tting down of such cumbersoms-Professors, and the burning them up ▪ Luk. 13.7.8. Hebrew 6.8. If men like the deaf Adder, shall stop their Ears and will not harken to the voice of the Wisest Charmers, Psalm 58.5.
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Doubtless God will send Serpents and Cock•trices among them which will not be charmed and they shall bite them and make those feel that would not hear. Jer 8 17. It was the Critical Sin of the Iews, that they refused to hearken to the Word of God, pulled away the shoulder, stopt their Ears, made their hearts as an Adamant,
Doubtless God will send Serpents and Cock•trices among them which will not be charmed and they shall bite them and make those feel that would not hear. Jer 8 17. It was the Critical since of the Iews, that they refused to harken to the Word of God, pulled away the shoulder, stopped their Ears, made their hearts as an Adamant,
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turned this wilderness into a pleasant fruitful land, can in severe wrath for your contempt of his Word and messengers, turn this land into a wilderness again.
turned this Wilderness into a pleasant fruitful land, can in severe wrath for your contempt of his Word and messengers, turn this land into a Wilderness again.
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Psal. 107.33, 34, &c. If he call and you refuse to hearken, if he stretch out his Hand. and you regard not, he knows how to laugh at you calamity, and mock• when your fear cometh as desolation,
Psalm 107.33, 34, etc. If he call and you refuse to harken, if he stretch out his Hand. and you regard not, he knows how to laugh At you calamity, and mock• when your Fear comes as desolation,
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Would it be strange if those that will not hear the voice of the Lords Prophets should be constrained to hear the voice of Oppressors, or of Prophets that should speak Lies in the Lords Name,
Would it be strange if those that will not hear the voice of the lords prophets should be constrained to hear the voice of Oppressors's, or of prophets that should speak Lies in the lords Name,
and are Prophets of the deceits of their own hearts ? God may justly give you Pastors not after his own heart, but after your own hearts, which is a dreadful judgment :
and Are prophets of the Deceits of their own hearts? God may justly give you Pastors not After his own heart, but After your own hearts, which is a dreadful judgement:
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He will make a Famine of his Word, or smite you with penal judgements, that you shall see and not see or see your selves into Blindness, and hear away your hearing Ear, be a people past Counsel and Instruction, and contract that woful deafness, which is sometimes gotten by hearing of Sermons, and is most incurable and deplorable. Verily God will revenge (in some way that will make the hearts of men eke ) the quarrel of his despised Word and Ordinances,
He will make a Famine of his Word, or smite you with penal Judgments, that you shall see and not see or see your selves into Blindness, and hear away your hearing Ear, be a people passed Counsel and Instruction, and contract that woeful deafness, which is sometime got by hearing of Sermons, and is most incurable and deplorable. Verily God will revenge (in Some Way that will make the hearts of men eke) the quarrel of his despised Word and Ordinances,
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and humbly to receive their Doom and Sentence from the Lord. They come now as •uges of the Word, and not to have the secrets of their hearts opened, their Cases scanned, and the state of their souls judged by it:
and humbly to receive their Doom and Sentence from the Lord. They come now as •uges of the Word, and not to have the secrets of their hearts opened, their Cases scanned, and the state of their Souls judged by it:
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as those are called that disobeyed the voice of the Lord by Ieremiah. Jer. 43.2. At this door came in the great calamity that befel the Iews in their seventy years captivity.
as those Are called that disobeyed the voice of the Lord by Jeremiah. Jer. 43.2. At this door Come in the great calamity that befell the Iews in their seventy Years captivity.
because he had compassion on his people and on his dwelling place: but they mocked the messengers of God, and despised his words and misused his Prophets,
Because he had compassion on his people and on his Dwelling place: but they mocked the messengers of God, and despised his words and misused his prophets,
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until the wrath of the Lord arose against his people, till there was no R•medy, 2 Chron 36.15, 16. Verily God will not •a•e to vindicate the Honour of his despised and abused Messengers and Ordinances.
until the wrath of the Lord arose against his people, till there was no R•medy, 2 Chronicles 36.15, 16. Verily God will not •a•e to vindicate the Honour of his despised and abused Messengers and Ordinances.
Is not this an Epidemical disease of Nevv-England ? the Str•in, the G•nius, the Spirit of many Professors among us? Hence general calling neglected, the work of Religion goes on heavily, the strength and spirits of men are exhausted, or laid out on other things,
Is not this an Epidemical disease of Nevv-England? the Str•in, the G•nius, the Spirit of many Professors among us? Hence general calling neglected, the work of Religion Goes on heavily, the strength and spirits of men Are exhausted, or laid out on other things,
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that works of Charity and Beneficence, and of Publick concernment are neglected to the damage of the publick and disgrace of Religion. Hence no progress in a Course of Piety, no getting onward in the Journey to Heaven;
that works of Charity and Beneficence, and of Public concernment Are neglected to the damage of the public and disgrace of Religion. Hence no progress in a Course of Piety, no getting onward in the Journey to Heaven;
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There is much thorny ground in this Country, and the Seed of the Word is choaked, and the springing of any good in their Souls is checked and hindred by the cares of the World, deceitfulness of Riches and lusts of other things.
There is much thorny ground in this Country, and the Seed of the Word is choked, and the springing of any good in their Souls is checked and hindered by the Cares of the World, deceitfulness of Riches and Lustiest of other things.
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This is such a monstrous deportment of a Covenant people towards God, as might even transport Heaven and Earth into an Extasie of Admiration and astonishment.
This is such a monstrous deportment of a Covenant people towards God, as might even transport Heaven and Earth into an Ecstasy of Admiration and astonishment.
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but shall leave them in the midst of their dayes and be Fools to purpose at their end. Jer 17.11. They may heap up si•ver as the dust, but the Innocent shall divide it, and prepare Raiment as the clay, but the just shall put it on, Job 27.16, 17. Nay I am apt to think that the Unjust and Cruel and wicked one may plunder it away and possess it.
but shall leave them in the midst of their days and be Fools to purpose At their end. Jer 17.11. They may heap up si•ver as the dust, but the Innocent shall divide it, and prepare Raiment as the clay, but the just shall put it on, Job 27.16, 17. Nay I am apt to think that the Unjust and Cruel and wicked one may plunder it away and possess it.
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yea, God will Tear away such Estates sooner or later, Iob. 20.15. It is seldome seen, that Estates gotten either injuriously, or over-greedily prosper• with posterity — Vix gaudet tertius Haeres. The third Heir hath scarce any joy of them.
yea, God will Tear away such Estates sooner or later, Job 20.15. It is seldom seen, that Estates got either injuriously, or overgreedy prosper• with posterity — Vix Gadet tertius Haeres. The third Heir hath scarce any joy of them.
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Sure they were other and better Things the People of God came hither for, then the best Spot of Ground, the Richest Soil in the World, much more this Wilderness can afford.
Sure they were other and better Things the People of God Come hither for, then the best Spot of Ground, the Richest Soil in the World, much more this Wilderness can afford.
And New-England, notwithstanding the pure Administration of Gods Worship and Ordinances, is yet a Land fall of Idolaters. This is for a Lamentation !
And New england, notwithstanding the pure Administration of God's Worship and Ordinances, is yet a Land fallen of Idolaters. This is for a Lamentation!
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There is pride appearing in the Garb, in garish attire, in affected trimmings and adornings of the outward man, that Body of Clay that is going to the dust and worms.
There is pride appearing in the Garb, in garish attire, in affected trimmings and adornings of the outward man, that Body of Clay that is going to the dust and worms.
Hath God brought us into a wilderness, and caused us to dwell alone, and separated us for a peculiar People to himself, that we should imitate the Nations in these vanities? I know very well that there is a lawful •ure of Rich and Costly Apparel, of Beautiful Garments, of these and those Ornaments.
Hath God brought us into a Wilderness, and caused us to dwell alone, and separated us for a peculiar People to himself, that we should imitate the nations in these vanities? I know very well that there is a lawful •ure of Rich and Costly Apparel, of Beautiful Garments, of these and those Ornament.
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But when persons spend more time in trimming their Bodies then their Souls, that you may say of them (as a Worthy Divine wittily speaks) that they are like the Cinamon Tree, nothing good but the Bark :
But when Persons spend more time in trimming their Bodies then their Souls, that you may say of them (as a Worthy Divine wittily speaks) that they Are like the Cinnamon Tree, nothing good but the Bark:
or when they exceed their Rank and Degree (whereas one end of Apparel is to distinguish and put a difference between persons according to their Places and Conditions) and when the Sons and Daughters of Sion are proud and haughty in their Carriage and Attire in an humbling time,
or when they exceed their Rank and Degree (whereas one end of Apparel is to distinguish and put a difference between Persons according to their Places and Conditions) and when the Sons and Daughters of Sion Are proud and haughty in their Carriage and Attire in an humbling time,
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A Fond and Foolish Admiration of Self, Pride of Parts, Gifts, Graces, Priviledges, Haughtiness because of Gods Holy Mountain, any Over-weening conceit of a mans self,
A Found and Foolish Admiration of Self, Pride of Parts, Gifts, Graces, Privileges, Haughtiness Because of God's Holy Mountain, any Overweening conceit of a men self,
Men have great Apprehensions of their own Wisdome, and Grace, and Abilities, and Fitness to Rule and Order every thing (though it is their place to be ruled) and nothing is well done if they be not at one end of it.
Men have great Apprehensions of their own Wisdom, and Grace, and Abilities, and Fitness to Rule and Order every thing (though it is their place to be ruled) and nothing is well done if they be not At one end of it.
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and wonder that all the World doth not wonder after them (as it is said, They did after the Beast when his Deadly VVound was healed Rev. •3•3.) and that all the Sheaves in the F•••d about them do not fall down and make ob•ysance to their Sheaves.
and wonder that all the World does not wonder After them (as it is said, They did After the Beast when his Deadly Wound was healed Rev. •3•3.) and that all the Sheaves in the F•••d about them do not fallen down and make ob•ysance to their Sheaves.
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Hence also Men are stiffe in their Opinions, and confident in their perswasions even about things of doubtful Disputation, to such a degree that they cannot bear with any that do not comport with them in their Apprehensions:
Hence also Men Are stiff in their Opinions, and confident in their persuasions even about things of doubtful Disputation, to such a degree that they cannot bear with any that do not comport with them in their Apprehensions:
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And if they have imbibed this or that Heterodox Opinion, that is never so much against the sense of the generality of Gods People, Wise and Judicious;
And if they have imbibed this or that Heterodox Opinion, that is never so much against the sense of the generality of God's People, Wise and Judicious;
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whereas Humility would teach Placid• ferro contra sentient••, 〈 ◊ 〉 Moderation and Forbearance in such cases, without which there will be justling and endless contention.
whereas Humility would teach Placid• Ferro contra sentient••, 〈 ◊ 〉 Moderation and Forbearance in such cases, without which there will be justling and endless contention.
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Only by pri•e comes contention, Pro. 13. 1•. There are many occasions of Contentions: But Prias, if there were nothing else, would occasion and produce Variance and Contentions.
Only by pri•e comes contention, Pro 13. 1•. There Are many occasions of Contentions: But Prias, if there were nothing Else, would occasion and produce Variance and Contentions.
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And what will the latter end be ? Why, Pride goeth before destruction, and dishaughty Spirit before a fall, Prov. 16.18. If this be the general sin of this Country, we may well fear that destruction is coming,
And what will the latter end be? Why, Pride Goes before destruction, and dishaughty Spirit before a fallen, Curae 16.18. If this be the general since of this Country, we may well Fear that destruction is coming,
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And that which renders it more sad is, that the Contentions which are among us are not meerly sudden exacerbations or ebullitions of anger and passion occasioned by these or those emergencies ;
And that which renders it more sad is, that the Contentions which Are among us Are not merely sudden exacerbations or ebullitions of anger and passion occasioned by these or those emergencies;
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which was the judgment of God upon the Egyptians before their destruction, Isa. 19.14. May not the Lord charge us as he did the Israelites, Deut. 32.5, 20. that we have too much of the spirit of that crooked and perverse Generation, even in this respect? Hence good Counsels are defeated, & all manner of Good almost obstructed in the•e & those Societies.
which was the judgement of God upon the egyptians before their destruction, Isaiah 19.14. May not the Lord charge us as he did the Israelites, Deuteronomy 32.5, 20. that we have too much of the Spirit of that crooked and perverse Generation, even in this respect? Hence good Counsels Are defeated, & all manner of Good almost obstructed in the•e & those Societies.
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Either they refuse healing, and are the more Exasperated by the best means that can be administred by the ablest hands ▪ or admit only of a palliative cure that doth not eradicate the disease,
Either they refuse healing, and Are the more Exasperated by the best means that can be administered by the Ablest hands ▪ or admit only of a palliative cure that does not eradicate the disease,
but give some check to it, and yeild present relief, and leave the patient in continuall danger of R•cla•vation, or relapsing (with lost hope of recovery into the same Distemper again.
but give Some check to it, and yield present relief, and leave the patient in continual danger of R•cla•vation, or relapsing (with lost hope of recovery into the same Distemper again.
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and to be abandoned Gal. •. 19, 20. It is a lamentable thing that w•• should be thus 〈 … 〉 our selves, when Herod and P•late can make themselves friends in order to the crucifying of Christ in his Interest and Members, and the enemies of the Church of God,
and to be abandoned Gal. •. 19, 20. It is a lamentable thing that w•• should be thus 〈 … 〉 our selves, when Herod and P•late can make themselves Friends in order to the crucifying of christ in his Interest and Members, and the enemies of the Church of God,
though of very different Interests and Apprehensions in many things can cement and unite and combine to subvert the visible Kingdom of Christ upon Earth.
though of very different Interests and Apprehensions in many things can cement and unite and combine to subvert the visible Kingdom of christ upon Earth.
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When Ge••• and Ammon and Amalek, the Philistines with the Inhabitants of Tyre can consult together with one consent, and are confederate against the Church of God;
When Ge••• and Ammon and Amalek, the philistines with the Inhabitants of Tyre can consult together with one consent, and Are confederate against the Church of God;
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when the League and Combination of the Anti Christian party in the World against the Interest of Christ is so evident, their Advantages so great, their Successes so notorious, their Rage such as reacheth up unto Heaven :
when the League and Combination of the Anti Christian party in the World against the Interest of christ is so evident, their Advantages so great, their Successes so notorious, their Rage such as reaches up unto Heaven:
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Then for a professing people to be contending and quarrelling, biting and devouring one another is most unseasonable, most unreasonable. Your differences will make way for those that will make no difference between Synodists and Antisynodists, Old or New-Church men, Tros, Tyriusve illis nullo diserimine agetur.
Then for a professing people to be contending and quarreling, biting and devouring one Another is most unseasonable, most unreasonable. Your differences will make Way for those that will make no difference between Synodists and Antisynodists, Old or New-Church men, Tros, Tyre-wise illis nullo diserimine agetur.
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but upon one common account. The Enmity of the seed of the Serpent is against One and All of the seed of the Woman, of what Complexion soever they are;
but upon one Common account. The Enmity of the seed of the Serpent is against One and All of the seed of the Woman, of what Complexion soever they Are;
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that kindle these flames and encrease them, or hinder the quenching of them, do thereby gratifie them, exceedingly that wish ill to our Sion. Hoc Ithacus velit, & magno merceniur Atrida.
that kindle these flames and increase them, or hinder the quenching of them, do thereby gratify them, exceedingly that wish ill to our Sion. Hoc Ithaca velit, & magno merceniur Atrida.
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and that our Contentions and Divisions (which naturally lead men in policie to endeavour the enlarging of their respective interests) do not make more Church-members,
and that our Contentions and Divisions (which naturally led men in policy to endeavour the enlarging of their respective interests) do not make more Church-members,
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May not that be the issue of these differences, that Adherence to a party, or to be a Darling of the Faction, will become as p•ssant a Qualification with this or that party or Faction for admission into the Church of God,
May not that be the issue of these differences, that Adherence to a party, or to be a Darling of the Faction, will become as p•ssant a Qualification with this or that party or Faction for admission into the Church of God,
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as visible Saint-ship hath been among us? And that, Who are you for, will be in reality the only Test and Tou•h stone of the sufficiency of persons for Communion with us in Church ordinances? Nay further,
as visible Saintship hath been among us? And that, Who Are you for, will be in reality the only Test and Tou•h stone of the sufficiency of Persons for Communion with us in Church ordinances? Nay further,
as I remember it hath been said of Lawyers, and too much verified in the men of that profession, that Contention maintains them, and they maintain Contention :
as I Remember it hath been said of Lawyers, and too much verified in the men of that profession, that Contention maintains them, and they maintain Contention:
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even by floating upon the top of these waters of strife, and appearing with the foremost in the Defence of the Divided, narrow Interest of this or that party amongst us.
even by floating upon the top of these waters of strife, and appearing with the foremost in the Defence of the Divided, narrow Interest of this or that party among us.
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Certainly God is displeased, Christ dishonoured, Religion (as to the Course and Race, Reputation or Glory of it, 2 Thess. 3.1, ) Disadvantaged, Malicious Enemies Encouraged, the World Offended, the Rising Generation,
Certainly God is displeased, christ dishonoured, Religion (as to the Course and Raze, Reputation or Glory of it, 2 Thess 3.1,) Disadvantaged, Malicious Enemies Encouraged, the World Offended, the Rising Generation,
And what will the End be? It is commonly observed by those that are conversant in Ecclesiastical Histories, that in the Primitive times, when the Churches had Peace and Rest, and Respiration from the heat of Persecution, they soon grew Quarrelsome and Contentious :
And what will the End be? It is commonly observed by those that Are conversant in Ecclesiastical Histories, that in the Primitive times, when the Churches had Peace and Rest, and Respiration from the heat of Persecution, they soon grew Quarrelsome and Contentious:
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the contentions of Gods people in times of liberty make way for Persecution or some dismal Catastrophe. The Divisions among us (some whereof seem to admit no Help or Healing,
the contentions of God's people in times of liberty make Way for Persecution or Some dismal Catastrophe. The Divisions among us (Some whereof seem to admit no Help or Healing,
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but are rather heightened and exasperated by the best Applications) are in my eye like any Comet, or Blazing-star, or Prodigious Apparicion, direfully portending woful Calamities.
but Are rather heightened and exasperated by the best Applications) Are in my eye like any Cometam, or Blazing star, or Prodigious Apparition, direfully portending woeful Calamities.
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6 Consider what will be the latter end of your unreasonable Iealousies, abusive calu••nie•, or other ill Vsage of persons of great worth, use and Interest ▪ among you.
6 Consider what will be the latter end of your unreasonable Jealousy's, abusive calu••nie•, or other ill Usage of Persons of great worth, use and Interest ▪ among you.
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as Meek and Humble and Faithful and Innocent as they were, yet were suspected and traduced by many Male-Contents in Israel: You take too much upon you.
as Meek and Humble and Faithful and Innocent as they were, yet were suspected and traduced by many Male-Contents in Israel: You take too much upon you.
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Numb. 16 3 Good Moses must still bear the murmurings of that discontented, unruly people. If the Lord cross them in denying them any thing they wanted or lusted after, Moses presently must pay for it.
Numb. 16 3 Good Moses must still bear the murmurings of that discontented, unruly people. If the Lord cross them in denying them any thing they wanted or lusted After, Moses presently must pay for it.
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have you brought us into this wilderness to starve us to death, and kill us wi•h hunger ? Exod. 16 3. And if the Lord vindicate the cause of Moses and Aaron against any Rebels among them,
have you brought us into this Wilderness to starve us to death, and kill us wi•h hunger? Exod 16 3. And if the Lord vindicate the cause of Moses and Aaron against any Rebels among them,
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when lyes are invented to the disparagement of Rulers, and Ministers, and calumnies and base Reproaches are vended and put off and dispersed through the Countrey with much subtlety and industry,
when lies Are invented to the disparagement of Rulers, and Ministers, and calumnies and base Reproaches Are vended and put off and dispersed through the Country with much subtlety and industry,
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as if there were some Lying Office set up in New England. It hath been my observation since I came among you, that almost all the 〈 ◊ 〉 in this poor Countrey is made and carryed on by Lying.
as if there were Some Lying Office Set up in New England. It hath been my observation since I Come among you, that almost all the 〈 ◊ 〉 in this poor Country is made and carried on by Lying.
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Tale-bearer or Slanderer in the Hebrew [ RACHIL ] hath its Origination from [ ROCHEL ] a word which signifies a Merchant, quasi fame as honoris p•oximi nu•••ator ( Buxt•• ) one that sets to •a•e the name and honour of other men.
Talebearer or Slanderer in the Hebrew [ RACHEL ] hath its Origination from [ ROCHEL ] a word which signifies a Merchant, quasi fame as Honoris p•oximi nu•••ator (Buxt••) one that sets to •a•e the name and honour of other men.
and tells them for their encouragement, Aliquid haerebst, something will stick. Many pregnant Instances of this evil Spirit might be produced to confirm what I say:
and tells them for their encouragement, Aliquid haerebst, something will stick. Many pregnant Instances of this evil Spirit might be produced to confirm what I say:
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Only, who knows not ( that is no stranger in our Israel) that the Ministers of Christ among you indefinitely have been deliberately and solemnly charged with a Declension from Primitive Foundation work, I•novation in Doctrine and Worship, Opinion and Practice, Invasion of the Rights, Liberties and Priviledges of Churches, Vsurpation of a Lordly Prelatical Power over Gods Heritage, and with the like things which are the Leven, the corrupting Gangrene, the Infecting, spreading Plague, the provoking Images of •ealousie set up before the Lor•, the accursed thing which hath provoked Divine wrath and further threatens Destruction? I need give you no other instance of this evil spirit of Jealousie and Calumny then this.
Only, who knows not (that is no stranger in our Israel) that the Ministers of christ among you indefinitely have been deliberately and solemnly charged with a Declension from Primitive Foundation work, I•novation in Doctrine and Worship, Opinion and Practice, Invasion of the Rights, Liberties and Privileges of Churches, Usurpation of a Lordly Prelatical Power over God's Heritage, and with the like things which Are the Leven, the corrupting Gangrene, the Infecting, spreading Plague, the provoking Images of •ealousie Set up before the Lor•, the accursed thing which hath provoked Divine wrath and further threatens Destruction? I need give you no other instance of this evil Spirit of Jealousy and Calumny then this.
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Here is good measure pressed down, shaken together, and running over. Enough and enough to demonstrate the disaffected and embittered Spirit of some men;
Here is good measure pressed down, shaken together, and running over. Enough and enough to demonstrate the disaffected and embittered Spirit of Some men;
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Such men (whom I wish either that they were better enformed and affected, or less considerable in the Common-wealth) impute all the Blastings and Droughts and Iu•gments of God upon the Country to the Defection and Apostacy of their Ministers.
Such men (whom I wish either that they were better informed and affected, or less considerable in the Commonwealth) impute all the Blastings and Droughts and Iu•gments of God upon the Country to the Defection and Apostasy of their Ministers.
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As if the confident Accusers themselves were men of such unquestionable innocency, as not to contribute any thing to the Sins and Sorrows of the Country;
As if the confident Accusers themselves were men of such unquestionable innocency, as not to contribute any thing to the Sins and Sorrows of the Country;
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Or as if there were no other sins against the Lord our God found among us, to provoke the wrath of a jealous God, but the supposed Deviations of pious, conscientious, learned men,
Or as if there were no other Sins against the Lord our God found among us, to provoke the wrath of a jealous God, but the supposed Deviations of pious, conscientious, learned men,
Such Accusers of our Civil and Ecclesiastical Rulers, do in effect and by consequence (according to the just interpretation and construction of their words, without wringing blood from them) say thus much, That it were happy for the People of New England if they were rid of such Leaders in Church and Common wealth.
Such Accusers of our Civil and Ecclesiastical Rulers, do in Effect and by consequence (according to the just Interpretation and construction of their words, without wringing blood from them) say thus much, That it were happy for the People of New England if they were rid of such Leaders in Church and Common wealth.
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••acular and devoted persons that must be cut off by the hand of justice for the purging of the Land, and putting away evil from Israel ? The Pagans of old attributed all their Deaths,
••acular and devoted Persons that must be Cut off by the hand of Justice for the purging of the Land, and putting away evil from Israel? The Pagans of old attributed all their Death's,
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but that some of you have in some places a severer way to punish some of them for their supposed Apostacy, viz. To keep them short in their maintenance, to distress them and their Families,
but that Some of you have in Some places a severer Way to Punish Some of them for their supposed Apostasy, viz. To keep them short in their maintenance, to distress them and their Families,
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or else to tire and weary them out with vexatious contentions. And bet•er it were for a man of logenuity to come under the Paw of a devouring Lion, that will destroy him mercifully because suddenly ;
or Else to tire and weary them out with vexatious contentions. And bet•er it were for a man of logenuity to come under the Paw of a devouring lion, that will destroy him mercifully Because suddenly;
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then to be stretched upon the Rack and tortured to death with ill usage, or to live under the continual droppings of a contentious froward people, that will waste and wear him out by Degrees, ut sentiat se mori, as the Bloody Tyrant said, It is not very long since, upon occasion of the Defamation (as it is said) of one Minister among us, that 〈 ◊ 〉 Prov. 19 5. A false witness shall no••ce unpunished,
then to be stretched upon the Rack and tortured to death with ill usage, or to live under the continual droppings of a contentious froward people, that will waste and wear him out by Degrees, ut sentiat se Mori, as the Bloody Tyrant said, It is not very long since, upon occasion of the Defamation (as it is said) of one Minister among us, that 〈 ◊ 〉 Curae 19 5. A false witness shall no••ce unpunished,
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But 〈 … 〉 we say then of the persons that are guilty of the De•amation of the Ministers of the Countrey in general, that are no less 〈 ◊ 〉 then He was? What Atonement can be made for those men,
But 〈 … 〉 we say then of the Persons that Are guilty of the De•amation of the Ministers of the Country in general, that Are no less 〈 ◊ 〉 then He was? What Atonement can be made for those men,
But this I will say, because I judge it 〈 ◊ 〉 enough, that it is a grievous provocation, and calls for deep and solemn Repentance, and other manner of satisfaction then yet hath been given.. But what wrong, on New England, have thy Magistrate, and Ministers done thee? For which of their good works art thou St•ning of them ? Have they Prayed for thee ? Have their Souls wept for thy Pride and Vnbelief and Hardness of Heart, and Vnruliness ? Have they Watched over thee, in their several Capacities ? Have they given thee Faithful Warning of approaching Calamities ? Have they served thee with all their might, with very little advantage accruing to themselves in outward respects? Have they loved thee more then thou ha• loved them? Brethren and Friends, forgive them.
But this I will say, Because I judge it 〈 ◊ 〉 enough, that it is a grievous provocation, and calls for deep and solemn Repentance, and other manner of satisfaction then yet hath been given.. But what wrong, on New England, have thy Magistrate, and Ministers done thee? For which of their good works art thou St•ning of them? Have they Prayed for thee? Have their Souls wept for thy Pride and Unbelief and Hardness of Heart, and Unruliness? Have they Watched over thee, in their several Capacities? Have they given thee Faithful Warning of approaching Calamities? Have they served thee with all their might, with very little advantage accrueing to themselves in outward respects? Have they loved thee more then thou ha• loved them? Brothers and Friends, forgive them.
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or cuttingly, as the Original Word imports, Tit. 1.12, 13. And the truth is, I look upon this practise of Reproa•hing and Fraunting your Leaders in both Orders,
or cuttingly, as the Original Word imports, Tit. 1.12, 13. And the truth is, I look upon this practice of Reproa•hing and Fraunting your Leaders in both Order,
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2 Kin 9 21. So may I say, what peace can be expected so long as this trade of Lying and calumnating men of piety worth and Authority is continued and driven on among us? And ind•ed though it may be thought by some that these wretched practises are but the small Devices of some petty Politicians and little creeping States-men among us that have no very considerable influence into our publick affairs:
2 Kin 9 21. So may I say, what peace can be expected so long as this trade of Lying and calumnating men of piety worth and authority is continued and driven on among us? And ind•ed though it may be Thought by Some that these wretched practises Are but the small Devices of Some Petty Politicians and little creeping Statesmen among us that have no very considerable influence into our public affairs:
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Nothing (as experience shews) is more advantagious to the designs of Innovators, then the right knack of kindling and fomenting jealousies and fears in the minds of men concerning Magistrates and Ministers.
Nothing (as experience shows) is more advantageous to the designs of Innovators, then the right knack of kindling and fomenting jealousies and fears in the minds of men Concerning Magistrates and Ministers.
Moreover these Calumnies are Immoralities, and scandalous evils, and it is the duty of Gods servants to lift up their voice as a Trumpet, to cry aloud and not spare them that are guilty whatever the issue be :
Moreover these Calumnies Are Immoralities, and scandalous evils, and it is the duty of God's Servants to lift up their voice as a Trumpet, to cry aloud and not spare them that Are guilty whatever the issue be:
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And I would humbly commend it to our Honourable Rulers, upon whom the lot of this days Election shall fall, that they would take it into serious consideration and fixe upon some expedient, to put these lying lips to silence,
And I would humbly commend it to our Honourable Rulers, upon whom the lot of this days Election shall fallen, that they would take it into serious consideration and fix upon Some expedient, to put these lying lips to silence,
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They are certainly moral evils, and God is angry with us for them, (for he is very tender of the name and reputation of pious Rulers and Ministers) and many good people are deceived and drawn in the simplicity of their hearts, into a disaffection to their Leaders;
They Are Certainly moral evils, and God is angry with us for them, (for he is very tender of the name and reputation of pious Rulers and Ministers) and many good people Are deceived and drawn in the simplicity of their hearts, into a disaffection to their Leaders;
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insomuch that many good people take it for granted that most of the Leaders in this Countrey are meditating a Revolt from the good old principles and practises of their worthy predecessors:
insomuch that many good people take it for granted that most of the Leaders in this Country Are meditating a Revolt from the good old principles and practises of their worthy predecessors:
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And how prejudicial this is to this poor Countrey to lose their reputation and their Room and Interest in the hearts and prayers of the people of God abroad, I need not say:
And how prejudicial this is to this poor Country to loose their reputation and their Room and Interest in the hearts and Prayers of the people of God abroad, I need not say:
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and when h•s are disseminated, and base calumnies spread abroad, and must be believed against men of known piety and worth, and zeal, and Faithfulness.
and when h•s Are disseminated, and base calumnies spread abroad, and must be believed against men of known piety and worth, and zeal, and Faithfulness.
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and wise men will say, make us not Rulers over this people, and that those that despise the waters of Shiloah that go softly, shall have the waters of the great River, strong and many, come up upon them.
and wise men will say, make us not Rulers over this people, and that those that despise the waters of Shiloach that go softly, shall have the waters of the great River, strong and many, come up upon them.
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When people are afraid of, and disaffected to their best Friend, that pity them, that pray for them ▪ that mourn in secret for them, that watch for their good,
When people Are afraid of, and disaffected to their best Friend, that pity them, that pray for them ▪ that mourn in secret for them, that watch for their good,
If men will be despising, and censuring, and reproaching, and abusing the Gods among them (as Magistrates are called) and the Angels of Churches (as Ministers are called ▪ God can send Devils or Evil Angels among them to torment and terrifie them, I mean, unreasonable men to rule over them in a Tyrannical way :
If men will be despising, and censuring, and reproaching, and abusing the God's among them (as Magistrates Are called) and the Angels of Churches (as Ministers Are called ▪ God can send Devils or Evil Angels among them to torment and terrify them, I mean, unreasonable men to Rule over them in a Tyrannical Way:
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I profess I look upon the Discovery & Settlement of the Congregational Way as the Boon, the Gratuity, the Largess of Divine bounty, which the Lord graciously bestowed upon his People, that followed him into this Wilderness :
I profess I look upon the Discovery & Settlement of the Congregational Way as the Boon, the Gratuity, the Largess of Divine bounty, which the Lord graciously bestowed upon his People, that followed him into this Wilderness:
and the Lord did more for them, then for any other people in the World, in shewing them the pattern of hi• House, and the true Scriptural way of Church Government and Administrations. I have often adored the wisdome ▪ and goodness and Faithfulness of the God and Father of our Lord Iesus Christ in this respect.
and the Lord did more for them, then for any other people in the World, in showing them the pattern of hi• House, and the true Scriptural Way of Church Government and Administrations. I have often adored the Wisdom ▪ and Goodness and Faithfulness of the God and Father of our Lord Iesus christ in this respect.
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or to another, whether it be to Presbyterianism or •rownism. As for the Presbyterians, it must be acknowledged, that there are among them as Pious, Sober, Learned, Orthodox men, as the World affords;
or to Another, whither it be to Presbyterianism or •rownism. As for the Presbyterians, it must be acknowledged, that there Are among them as Pious, Sobrium, Learned, Orthodox men, as the World affords;
The Church of God hath been recovered by degrees out of the Antichristian Apostacy. When our Lord Jesus wrought the Cure on that Blind Man, Mark 8.23, 24, 25. He first saw men as tree• walking, and then saw every man clearly. Great Blindness had happened to the World for many Ages,
The Church of God hath been recovered by Degrees out of the Antichristian Apostasy. When our Lord jesus wrought the Cure on that Blind Man, Mark 8.23, 24, 25. He First saw men as tree• walking, and then saw every man clearly. Great Blindness had happened to the World for many Ages,
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and the cure was performed by the Hand of Christ gradually, and to see men walking as Trees, to have any Glimmerings of Truth, was a good degree of Recovery,
and the cure was performed by the Hand of christ gradually, and to see men walking as Trees, to have any Glimmerings of Truth, was a good degree of Recovery,
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and is the highest step that hath been taken towards Reformation, and for the substance of it is the very way that was est•blished and practised in the Primitive times according to the Institution of Jesus Christ.
and is the highest step that hath been taken towards Reformation, and for the substance of it is the very Way that was est•blished and practised in the Primitive times according to the Institution of jesus christ.
And indeed it hath been and is my perswasion from what I have read and observed, that those that will forsake the Congregational and pass over to the Presbyterian-way, because of some diffe•ences of notion among our Congregational Divines, or difficulties in the practise and way of the Congregational Churches, shall find that they make but a bad exchange,
And indeed it hath been and is my persuasion from what I have read and observed, that those that will forsake the Congregational and pass over to the Presbyterian-way, Because of Some diffe•ences of notion among our Congregational Divines, or difficulties in the practice and Way of the Congregational Churches, shall find that they make but a bad exchange,
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and that there are as many or more Differences, Difficulties and Entanglements in the Presbyterian Principles and Practise. And I must needs say, that I should look upon it as a sad degeneracy,
and that there Are as many or more Differences, Difficulties and Entanglements in the Presbyterian Principles and practice. And I must needs say, that I should look upon it as a sad degeneracy,
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if we should leave the good old way so far as to turn Councils and Synods into Classes and Provincial Assemblies, and there should be such a laxeness in Admission of Members to Communion as is pleaded for and practised by many Presbyterian•, and Elders should manage all themselves in an Au•ocratorical, absolute way to the utter Subversion or Overthrow of the liberty and priviledge of the Brethren.
if we should leave the good old Way so Far as to turn Councils and Synods into Classes and Provincial Assemblies, and there should be such a laxness in Admission of Members to Communion as is pleaded for and practised by many Presbyterian•, and Elders should manage all themselves in an Au•ocratorical, absolute Way to the utter Subversion or Overthrow of the liberty and privilege of the Brothers.
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Our Worthies that are gone off the Stage allowed the Priviledge of the Brethren without any infringement of the Rule and Authority of the Presbytery, and knew how to reconcile them together.
Our Worthies that Are gone off the Stage allowed the Privilege of the Brothers without any infringement of the Rule and authority of the Presbytery, and knew how to reconcile them together.
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Whatever influence the concurrence of the Brethren hath into Church Acts, clear it is that it is necessarily required to the exercise of Church Authority, that all Ordinances may be admininistred in a way of Edification.
Whatever influence the concurrence of the Brothers hath into Church Acts, clear it is that it is necessarily required to the exercise of Church authority, that all Ordinances may be admininistred in a Way of Edification.
The Reason ( saith he ) why the consent of the Church is required unto the Authoritative Acting of the Elde•s therein, is not bec•use from thence any Authority doth acerue unto them a new, which vertually and radically they had not b•fore:
The Reason (Says he) why the consent of the Church is required unto the Authoritative Acting of the Elde•s therein, is not bec•use from thence any authority does acerue unto them a new, which virtually and radically they had not b•fore:
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but because by the Rule of the Gos•el this is required •o the orderly acting of their power, without which it would be contrary to Rule, and th•refore ineffectual:
but Because by the Rule of the Gos•el this is required •o the orderly acting of their power, without which it would be contrary to Rule, and th•refore ineffectual:
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And in case the Church refuse to consent to such Acts a• are according to Rule, the Elders must instruct them in their Duty, declare to them the danger of Dissent, wait patiently for the concurrence of the Grace of God with their Ministry in giving Light and Obedience to the Church:
And in case the Church refuse to consent to such Acts a• Are according to Rule, the Elders must instruct them in their Duty, declare to them the danger of Dissent, wait patiently for the concurrence of the Grace of God with their Ministry in giving Light and obedience to the Church:
Thus that Man of Renown in his excellent Treatise of Worship and Discipline, Pag. 130, 131. If this be attended, the Congregational way is so far secured.
Thus that Man of Renown in his excellent Treatise of Worship and Discipline, Page 130, 131. If this be attended, the Congregational Way is so Far secured.
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or revolting to Presbyterianism. If I were perswaded that any such thing were done or designed, I should account it my duty with all due respect to give in my Testimony against it at this time.
or revolting to Presbyterianism. If I were persuaded that any such thing were done or designed, I should account it my duty with all due respect to give in my Testimony against it At this time.
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This indeed would be a real Degeneracy and Defection from a better way, that God hath by an High Hand of Providence set up among us, and signally ow•ed and blessed.
This indeed would be a real Degeneracy and Defection from a better Way, that God hath by an High Hand of Providence Set up among us, and signally ow•ed and blessed.
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But I am fully perswaded, that such Representations of you• Elders• as to far the greatest part of them) are injurious, groundless Calumnies, which some men m•st answer for.
But I am Fully persuaded, that such Representations of you• Elders• as to Far the greatest part of them) Are injurious, groundless Calumnies, which Some men m•st answer for.
It was candidly and truly said by that Reverend Servant of Christ (sufficiently known to be no Presbyterian) that Preached on this solemn occasion two years ago, that ••ting some Eccentricks, we are all generally agreed in the Principles of Purity ▪ and Power of the Churches, Mr. Oxenbridge his Election Sermon, Pag. 45. that is, we are all generally Congregational men.
It was candidly and truly said by that Reverend Servant of christ (sufficiently known to be no Presbyterian) that Preached on this solemn occasion two Years ago, that ••ting Some Eccentrics, we Are all generally agreed in the Principles of Purity ▪ and Power of the Churches, Mr. Oxenbridge his Election Sermon, Page 45. that is, we Are all generally Congregational men.
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and delivered to us in the Platform as well as in the writings of famous and blessed, Cotton, Hook•r, Mather, Shepard, and the rest of ou• Worthies be Congregational:
and Delivered to us in the Platform as well as in the writings of famous and blessed, Cotton, Hook•r, Mather, Shepard, and the rest of ou• Worthies be Congregational:
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I cannot find upon my utmost enquiry, that there is any reall Foundation for such Invidious Reports, or any thing that answers the great Cry which some make.
I cannot find upon my utmost enquiry, that there is any real Foundation for such Invidious Reports, or any thing that answers the great Cry which Some make.
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and ever were among your Famous Leaders, and yet they walked sweetly together, and never branded one another with the name of Presbyterians. There is doubtless a Latitude in the Congregational Way, wherein good men may walk a Breadth :
and ever were among your Famous Leaders, and yet they walked sweetly together, and never branded one Another with the name of Presbyterians. There is doubtless a Latitude in the Congregational Way, wherein good men may walk a Breadth:
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and Degrees do not vary the Species. And I am perswaded that if many of the Clamorous or loud Accusers of the Ministers of Christ would examine themselves Impartially, the verdict of their ow• Consciences would be, that the Reason why they charge their Elders with Presbyterianism is,
and Degrees do not vary the Species. And I am persuaded that if many of the Clamorous or loud Accusers of the Ministers of christ would examine themselves Impartially, the verdict of their ow• Consciences would be, that the Reason why they charge their Elders with Presbyterianism is,
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because they themselves are revolted to the other Extream, or never came up to the true Congregational way, as it is delineated by our Worthies out of the Scriptures.
Because they themselves Are revolted to the other Extreme, or never Come up to the true Congregational Way, as it is delineated by our Worthies out of the Scriptures.
Else what do those mean that speak of the Rule and Government of the Church ves•ed in the Brethren, of the Governing Vote of the Brethren, of a Moderator to be set up by the Brethren, when the Elders (that are Recti in For• ) are unsatisfied to put this or that to Vote, of allowing the Officer his single Vote, and no more? what means that disgust that some men have against the very Name of Rule and Authority (truly so called) in the Eldership ;
Else what do those mean that speak of the Rule and Government of the Church ves•ed in the Brothers, of the Governing Vote of the Brothers, of a Moderator to be Set up by the Brothers, when the Elders (that Are Recti in For•) Are unsatisfied to put this or that to Vote, of allowing the Officer his single Vote, and no more? what means that disgust that Some men have against the very Name of Rule and authority (truly so called) in the Eldership;
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against Councils and Synods, and the decisive power thereof, as it hath been stated by the Leaders of the Congregational-way, both in Old and New-England ? I will be bold to say, (and indeed there is no great haza•d in the Assertion) that these notions are as opposite to the Principles of our Congregational Worthies, as darkness is to Light :
against Councils and Synods, and the decisive power thereof, as it hath been stated by the Leaders of the Congregational way, both in Old and New england? I will be bold to say, (and indeed there is no great haza•d in the Assertion) that these notions Are as opposite to the Principles of our Congregational Worthies, as darkness is to Light:
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Those that laid our Foundations were directed of God, to sta•• a middle course between Rigid P•esbyterianism and Levelling Brownism There is a sweet Temperament in the Congregational way ;
Those that laid our Foundations were directed of God, to sta•• a middle course between Rigid P•esbyterianism and Levelling Brownism There is a sweet Temperament in the Congregational Way;
and those that have not seen & acknowledged this, never yet beheld the beauty and glory of the Congregational way 〈 ◊ 〉 P•esbyterianism in the Rigour of it, should obtain among us, there will be an Oppression of the liberties of the people:
and those that have not seen & acknowledged this, never yet beheld the beauty and glory of the Congregational Way 〈 ◊ 〉 P•esbyterianism in the Rigour of it, should obtain among us, there will be an Oppression of the Liberties of the people:
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If Brownisme be introduced, there will be a rising up & rebellion of the people against the Authority of Christ conferred on Church-Officers. Whether the Oppression of Church Guides,
If Brownism be introduced, there will be a rising up & rebellion of the people against the authority of christ conferred on Church-Officers. Whither the Oppression of Church Guides,
the way that hath been Stated, not in the private modells of some fancyfull and conceited men, but in the Platform of Church Discipline (O that it were more generally recived and attended!) and in the writings of our Ablest and most judicious Divines. The truest understanding of these things is from the Platform (deduced out of the word of God) and the Polemical writings of our Blessed worthies. For men generally speak warily and accurately, when they have to do with Adversaries, and know they are like to answer and account with them for every expression that falls from them:
the Way that hath been Stated, not in the private models of Some fanciful and conceited men, but in the Platform of Church Discipline (Oh that it were more generally received and attended!) and in the writings of our Ablest and most judicious Divines. The Truest understanding of these things is from the Platform (deduced out of the word of God) and the Polemical writings of our Blessed worthies. For men generally speak warily and accurately, when they have to do with Adversaries, and know they Are like to answer and account with them for every expression that falls from them:
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then by what was practised by them in this or that Congregation, where they might be necessitated to give way and comply (and that in Christian prudence with respect to peace and edification ) to such Things as did not in every respect satisfie them.
then by what was practised by them in this or that Congregation, where they might be necessitated to give Way and comply (and that in Christian prudence with respect to peace and edification) to such Things as did not in every respect satisfy them.
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and things went not so well in the Government on that account, It argues Davids desire of peace and Davids necessity, not his judgement or Principles. In like manner it comes to pass through the H•adiness and Wilfulness of some people, that cannot be contradicted in practise without hazard of peace;
and things went not so well in the Government on that account, It argues Davids desire of peace and Davids necessity, not his judgement or Principles. In like manner it comes to pass through the H•adiness and Wilfulness of Some people, that cannot be contradicted in practice without hazard of peace;
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or the weakness of others who cannot bear what is every way right) that must be tendred and da•dl•d & dealt gently with, that Church Officers cannot in the course of their practise alwayes come up to their Principles.
or the weakness of Others who cannot bear what is every Way right) that must be tendered and da•dl•d & dealt gently with, that Church Officers cannot in the course of their practice always come up to their Principles.
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The unpreparedness of this or that people for a full Scriptural Reformation many times is a great Clog and R•mora to pious Rulers and Ministers that are vigorously pursuing it, 2 Chron. •. 33. Labour therefore to inform your selves aright in this matter:
The unpreparedness of this or that people for a full Scriptural Reformation many times is a great Clog and R•mora to pious Rulers and Ministers that Are vigorously pursuing it, 2 Chronicles •. 33. Labour Therefore to inform your selves aright in this matter:
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now to kick and spurn at our Corner Stones, to be given to Change, & ready for Innovations and Alterations is great Ingratitude to God, and a very irreligious thing.
now to kick and spurn At our Corner Stones, to be given to Change, & ready for Innovations and Alterations is great Ingratitude to God, and a very irreligious thing.
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The change of our Government will inevitably introduce a sad change in our Churches To divide what God hath conjoyned, viz Civil and Ecclesiastical Liberties, to deliver up Civil,
The change of our Government will inevitably introduce a sad change in our Churches To divide what God hath conjoined, videlicet Civil and Ecclesiastical Liberties, to deliver up Civil,
Christ Reigns among us in the Common wealth as well as in the Church, and hath his glorious Interest involved and wrapt up in the good of both Societies respectively.
christ Reigns among us in the Common wealth as well as in the Church, and hath his glorious Interest involved and wrapped up in the good of both Societies respectively.
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So he is guilty of High Treason against the Lord Jesus, and will be proceeded against as a rebel and Traitor to the King of Kings, when he shall hold his great Assizes at the End of the world And if there be any such Iudas•s among us as have received their Sop, and are going forth to betray Jesus Christ (I meane the Interest of Christ here among us) with a kisse (••b••lous pretences of love and good affection) or to force him (if need be) with swords & staves? Le• them know that they are hastning their own Ruine, & it had been better for them that they had never been born.
So he is guilty of High Treason against the Lord jesus, and will be proceeded against as a rebel and Traitor to the King of Kings, when he shall hold his great Assizes At the End of the world And if there be any such Iudas•s among us as have received their Sop, and Are going forth to betray jesus christ (I mean the Interest of christ Here among us) with a kiss (••b••lous pretences of love and good affection) or to force him (if need be) with swords & staves? Le• them know that they Are hastening their own Ruin, & it had been better for them that they had never been born.
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Certain•ly they that long for a Change, or that would not do all that may be done, with a good Conscience, to prevent it, may have time enough to repent their F•lly.
Certain•ly they that long for a Change, or that would not do all that may be done, with a good Conscience, to prevent it, may have time enough to Repent their F•lly.
And that the Elected may have NONLATINALPHABET, suitable and seasonable Help and Grace to manage all affairs they are intrusted with to the Glory of God and good 〈 ◊ 〉 this Plantation :
And that the Elected may have, suitable and seasonable Help and Grace to manage all affairs they Are Entrusted with to the Glory of God and good 〈 ◊ 〉 this Plantation:
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And that the People under them may be so far from weariness of and Disaffection to the G•v•rnment, that they may thankfully enjoy the sweet fruits of a good Mag•stracy, and that there may be a Covering or Defence upon all our Glory.
And that the People under them may be so Far from weariness of and Disaffection to the G•v•rnment, that they may thankfully enjoy the sweet fruits of a good Mag•stracy, and that there may be a Covering or Defence upon all our Glory.
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It is the property of English me•, much more of Religious English-men, and should be most of all of Religious New English-men to be tenacious and tender of their Liberties.
It is the property of English me•, much more of Religious Englishmen, and should be most of all of Religious New Englishmen to be tenacious and tender of their Liberties.
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I am farre from condemning or perswading to Jealousies concerning men of piety and principles, that are sober and modest and conscientious Assertors of their Liberties.
I am Far from condemning or persuading to Jealousies Concerning men of piety and principles, that Are Sobrium and modest and conscientious Assertors of their Liberties.
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but to those that have been abroad in the World and observed; or acquainted themselves with the Histories of States and Kingdoms, nothing is more suspected.
but to those that have been abroad in the World and observed; or acquainted themselves with the Histories of States and Kingdoms, nothing is more suspected.
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or wise enough (as to the generality of the Inhabitants of it) to be cautious in this matter and to repose confidence in those that they have experienced for Faithful Conductors before the pretended Assertors and Conservators of their Liberties.
or wise enough (as to the generality of the Inhabitants of it) to be cautious in this matter and to repose confidence in those that they have experienced for Faithful Conductors before the pretended Assertors and Conservators of their Liberties.
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but my Father David is a careless man, and minds not the good of his Subjects, Thou maist wait long enough for justice to thy great charge and Trouble;
but my Father David is a careless man, and minds not the good of his Subject's, Thou Mayest wait long enough for Justice to thy great charge and Trouble;
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2 Sam. 15. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. But what do you think would that dissolute young man have been in the throne for all his Courtships and flatteries? good David with all his partialities, Injustices and infirmities, was farre better (and the deluded people would have found it so) then aspiring Absolom with all his Complements and fair promises.
2 Sam. 15. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. But what do you think would that dissolute young man have been in the throne for all his Courtships and flatteries? good David with all his Partialities, Injustices and infirmities, was Far better (and the deluded people would have found it so) then aspiring Absalom with all his Compliments and fair promises.
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and complaining of the Defection, Apostacy, and evil Intentions of their Governors. Take heed of such Impostors, though Religious in pretence and appearance, Acting all with a Theatrical Gravity. When you have pious Rulers, of whose Faithfulness you have had experience, Do nor easily suspect them.
and complaining of the Defection, Apostasy, and evil Intentions of their Governors. Take heed of such Impostors, though Religious in pretence and appearance, Acting all with a Theatrical Gravity. When you have pious Rulers, of whose Faithfulness you have had experience, Do nor Easily suspect them.
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yet it is an experienced Truth, that nothing makes way more for Tyranny and Oppression, then an undue Affectation of Liberty. This certainly genders unto Bondage!
yet it is an experienced Truth, that nothing makes Way more for Tyranny and Oppression, then an undue Affectation of Liberty. This Certainly genders unto Bondage!
Our Liberties are so sweet and precious, that its pity we should lose them by needless Jealousies and Murmurings, Unthankfulness to God and Men who have been the Custodes and Keepers of th•m,
Our Liberties Are so sweet and precious, that its pity we should loose them by needless Jealousies and Murmurings, Unthankfulness to God and Men who have been the Custodes and Keepers of th•m,
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Many of those Brethren that give out themselves to be the great Assertors of the liberties of the Church, that make such tragical complaints of the Presbyterian Vsurpations and Encroachments of their painful, faithful Officers, that oppose them in their Government ;
Many of those Brothers that give out themselves to be the great Assertors of the Liberties of the Church, that make such tragical complaints of the Presbyterian Usurpations and Encroachments of their painful, faithful Officers, that oppose them in their Government;
and bind their hands that they cannot act according to their Commission from Jesus Christ, under pretence and colour of securing the Churches power, and priviledge, and liberty:
and bind their hands that they cannot act according to their Commission from jesus christ, under pretence and colour of securing the Churches power, and privilege, and liberty:
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if you please, Presbyterian ) Brethren, rather then by the Officers that the Holy Ghost hath made Overseers and Rulers. This is the goddly way whereby our Brethren are wont to provide for their own Liberties.
if you please, Presbyterian) Brothers, rather then by the Officers that the Holy Ghost hath made Overseers and Rulers. This is the goddly Way whereby our Brothers Are wont to provide for their own Liberties.
that a few Pragmatical and Loquacious Men ( Concionales Hommes, as Livy calls some of the Turbulent Tribunes that opposed the Consular Authority with that specious pretence of the Peoples liberty) do boldly usurp and inva•• the Church power and Authority, and Rule their Brethren and their Rulers also. They must w•nk hard that do not see this.
that a few Pragmatical and Loquacious Men (Concionales Hommes, as Livy calls Some of the Turbulent Tribunes that opposed the Consular authority with that specious pretence of the Peoples liberty) do boldly usurp and inva•• the Church power and authority, and Rule their Brothers and their Rulers also. They must w•nk hard that doe not see this.
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And just it is that those that will not obey them in the Lord that have the rule over them, should be thus enslaved to the imperious and uncertain Humours of these and those usurping Brethren.
And just it is that those that will not obey them in the Lord that have the Rule over them, should be thus enslaved to the imperious and uncertain Humours of these and those usurping Brothers.
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and the power of prejudice) will never come humbly and kindly to submit themselves in the Lord to the Government •f Jesus Christ in his Church, till they have been soundly scratch'd with this Bramble Government of some aspiring and domi•eering Brethren.
and the power of prejudice) will never come humbly and kindly to submit themselves in the Lord to the Government •f jesus christ in his Church, till they have been soundly scratched with this Bramble Government of Some aspiring and domi•eering Brothers.
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I remember Iulian the Apostate, that malicious and implacable Enemy to Christianity have observed that the Christian Religion prospered the more for the severe persecution in Dioclesian's Time,
I Remember Iulian the Apostate, that malicious and implacable Enemy to Christianity have observed that the Christian Religion prospered the more for the severe persecution in Dioclesian's Time,
and may lead quiet and peaceable lives in all Godliness and Honesty, you have as much liberty of Conscience as Paul desired under any Government, 1 Tim. 2.1, •. He that is allowed without molestation to walk with God,
and may led quiet and peaceable lives in all Godliness and Honesty, you have as much liberty of Conscience as Paul desired under any Government, 1 Tim. 2.1, •. He that is allowed without molestation to walk with God,
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and have Cor bonum, an honest Heart (are NONLATINALPHABET 〈 ◊ 〉 the Apopostle speaks, Rom. 16.18. simple and no ill meaning men) that want Caput Regul•t••m, a judicious and well regulated Head. Many a man hath a good Heart and Affections under the bad conduct and ill steeridge of a very weak Head. Yea many ingenious and witty men are yet very injudicious.
and have Cor bonum, an honest Heart (Are 〈 ◊ 〉 the Apostle speaks, Rom. 16.18. simple and no ill meaning men) that want Caput Regul•t••m, a judicious and well regulated Head. Many a man hath a good Heart and Affections under the bad conduct and ill steeridge of a very weak Head. Yea many ingenious and witty men Are yet very injudicious.
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Nevertheless I must adde (as I have great reason) that I look upon an unbounded Toleration as the first born of all Abominations. If this should be once born and brought forth among us, you may call it God, and give the same Reason that she did of the Name of her Son, Gen. 30.11. Behold a Troop cometh, even a Troop of all man•er of Abominations.
Nevertheless I must add (as I have great reason) that I look upon an unbounded Toleration as the First born of all Abominations. If this should be once born and brought forth among us, you may call it God, and give the same Reason that she did of the Name of her Son, Gen. 30.11. Behold a Troop comes, even a Troop of all man•er of Abominations.
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This would be not only to open the Wicket, but to •ling open the great Gate for the ready Admission and Reception of all Abominable Heresies. It is excellently determined by that Judicious and Blessed Man, Mr. Norton ;
This would be not only to open the Wicket, but to •ling open the great Gate for the ready Admission and Reception of all Abominable Heresies. It is excellently determined by that Judicious and Blessed Man, Mr. Norton;
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That Vnity in •udgement is to be endeavoured, because Truth is one and indivisible; yet some Difference touching the Truth must be endured, because of the weakness of men.
That Unity in •udgement is to be endeavoured, Because Truth is one and indivisible; yet Some Difference touching the Truth must be endured, Because of the weakness of men.
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Those Distinctions between mixtures in Religion, and Errours in those that profess the same Religion, between Fundamentals and Non-Fundamentals, between Errours held sorth by an Erroneous Conscience and a contumacious Will, between persons peaceable in Israel, and Disturbers of the State, between points that are clear,
Those Distinctions between mixtures in Religion, and Errors in those that profess the same Religion, between Fundamentals and Non-Fundamentals, between Errors held forth by an Erroneous Conscience and a contumacious Will, between Persons peaceable in Israel, and Disturbers of the State, between points that Are clear,
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or orderly decided with due time for conviction, and such as are disputable and of depending disquisition, being prudently applied, may be of special use.
or orderly decided with due time for conviction, and such as Are disputable and of depending disquisition, being prudently applied, may be of special use.
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For the Conscient•ous pers••si•n about them is not immediately under the Magistrates Cognizance. — He 〈 ◊ 〉 neither be said to tolerate or prosecute men for the Errors of Conscience that are no way manifested:
For the Conscient•ous pers••si•n about them is not immediately under the Magistrates Cognizance. — He 〈 ◊ 〉 neither be said to tolerate or prosecute men for the Errors of Conscience that Are no Way manifested:
or some other circumstances Sometimes the Errour is not onely Extrafundamental, but so small and inconsiderable and the manner of holding it forth so modest and peaceable;
or Some other Circumstances Sometime the Error is not only Extrafundamental, but so small and inconsiderable and the manner of holding it forth so modest and peaceable;
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And if any where, this be the Concern and Duty of Rulers, Surely it is most of all so in New England, which is originally a plantation not for Trade but for Religion.
And if any where, this be the Concern and Duty of Rulers, Surely it is most of all so in New England, which is originally a plantation not for Trade but for Religion.
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Peace & Truth ( H•zekiahs mercies. Isa. 39: 8.) have been the great mercies of this Countrey. Lose we Truth (of Doctrine Worship and Order) and the design of our Founders is ruined and we are an undone people.
Peace & Truth (H•zekiahs Mercies. Isaiah 39: 8.) have been the great Mercies of this Country. Loose we Truth (of Doctrine Worship and Order) and the Design of our Founders is ruined and we Are an undone people.
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So that it is a most unreasonable and importune Thing in those that unchurch us, that deny our Churches to be true Churches, that anti-Christianize our Magistrates, Ministers, Churches and Ordinances, and must do so in Faithfulness to and pursuance of their principles and opinions, to demand or expect a free Toleration. They may as well ask liberty to destroy us.
So that it is a most unreasonable and importune Thing in those that unchurch us, that deny our Churches to be true Churches, that anti-Christianize our Magistrates, Ministers, Churches and Ordinances, and must do so in Faithfulness to and pursuance of their principles and opinions, to demand or expect a free Toleration. They may as well ask liberty to destroy us.
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We may justly swear the peace against them (If I may so speak) and say we go in fear, not of our Lives, but, of our Religious Liberties and Enjoyments, dearer then our Lives, because of such men;
We may justly swear the peace against them (If I may so speak) and say we go in Fear, not of our Lives, but, of our Religious Liberties and Enjoyments, Dearer then our Lives, Because of such men;
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I mean the Truths, Wayes, Ordinances, Name and Honour of •esus Christ. We must not be so com••ssionate to Sc•ismatical, Turbulen•, Errours is persons, as to be cruel, injurious, or unkind to the precious Interest of Christ among us.
I mean the Truths, Ways, Ordinances, Name and Honour of •esus christ. We must not be so com••ssionate to Sc•ismatical, Turbulen•, Errors is Persons, as to be cruel, injurious, or unkind to the precious Interest of christ among us.
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And I make no question but our Lord Jesus, that in the great day of Account will recount and reward the kindnesses of his people to himself (in his members) in that they gave him meat, when he was hungry; Drink when he was thirsty;
And I make no question but our Lord jesus, that in the great day of Account will recount and reward the Kindnesses of his people to himself (in his members) in that they gave him meat, when he was hungry; Drink when he was thirsty;
Math. 25.34, 35, 36. will in like manner remember and remunerate at that day the kindness and good affection of our pious and faithful Rulers, in that they preserved and secured him (with respect to his Truth, Ordinances, Interests and Concernments of his Kingdome) from the Insolencies and Enchroachments of Erroneous & unruly persons.
Math. 25.34, 35, 36. will in like manner Remember and remunerate At that day the kindness and good affection of our pious and faithful Rulers, in that they preserved and secured him (with respect to his Truth, Ordinances, Interests and Concernments of his Kingdom) from the Insolences and Encroachments of Erroneous & unruly Persons.
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wilt thou not therefore in Case of Ilness, bleed and vomit, and purge out the peccant and noxious humours? God is to be trusted for the preservation of thy Corn in the Field, when it is growing up:
wilt thou not Therefore in Case of Illness, bleed and vomit, and purge out the peccant and noxious humours? God is to be trusted for the preservation of thy Corn in the Field, when it is growing up:
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and fitted for service in the Churches. If there be no considerable encouragement, when Scholars are br•d up, parents will have no heart to breed their children to Eearning.
and fitted for service in the Churches. If there be no considerable encouragement, when Scholars Are br•d up, Parents will have no heart to breed their children to Eearning.
and persons of a meaner condition cannot, or at least are discouraged from expending all they can upon their Childrens Education, because when that is done,
and Persons of a meaner condition cannot, or At least Are discouraged from expending all they can upon their Children's Education, Because when that is done,
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and they are ready for service, there is no Encouragement, through the Slenderness and shortness of the Ministers maintenance in most places in the Countrey. I have nothing to offer by way of Advice.
and they Are ready for service, there is no Encouragement, through the Slenderness and shortness of the Ministers maintenance in most places in the Country. I have nothing to offer by Way of advice.
I would be loath to bear too hard in this Case upon the people, that are generally poor and low enough. But I would Humbly tender it to the Consideration of the Honourable Court, that so farre as may be without Injury to the people, there may be due provision made in all places.
I would be loath to bear too hard in this Case upon the people, that Are generally poor and low enough. But I would Humbly tender it to the Consideration of the Honourable Court, that so Far as may be without Injury to the people, there may be due provision made in all places.
Through the Goodness of God and the kindness of a good people, and their professed Subjection to the Gospel of Christ, I have a comfortable Subsistence ;
Through the goodness of God and the kindness of a good people, and their professed Subjection to the Gospel of christ, I have a comfortable Subsistence;
which I desire to acknowledge with all Thankfulness. But I cannot but sympathize with, and commiserate the Condition of many others, their Family Straits, and Difficulties,
which I desire to acknowledge with all Thankfulness. But I cannot but sympathise with, and commiserate the Condition of many Others, their Family Straits, and Difficulties,
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You have done wel for the New Colledge. Thanks be to God as Paul speaks in a Parallel Case. 2 Cor. 9.15.) for his unspeakable Gift. Now therefore perform the doing of it, that,
You have done well for the New College. Thanks be to God as Paul speaks in a Parallel Case. 2 Cor. 9.15.) for his unspeakable Gift. Now Therefore perform the doing of it, that,
that there may be a competent, comfortable, and certain allowance made for their Encouragement, who are, next to the President, the Props and Pillars of that. Society, and have a c•reful and Laborious Life of it.
that there may be a competent, comfortable, and certain allowance made for their Encouragement, who Are, next to the President, the Props and Pillars of that. Society, and have a c•reful and Laborious Life of it.
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The wisdom 〈 ◊ 〉 Foresight and Care for future Times of our first Leaders 〈 ◊ 〉 nothing more conspicuous and admirable then in the planting of that Nursery :
The Wisdom 〈 ◊ 〉 Foresight and Care for future Times of our First Leaders 〈 ◊ 〉 nothing more conspicuous and admirable then in the planting of that Nursery:
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It becomes all our 〈 ◊ 〉 and Worthy Patriots that tread in their steps, to water what they have planted, to superstruct on their Foundations to support and cherish and go forward with what they have begun,
It becomes all our 〈 ◊ 〉 and Worthy Patriots that tread in their steps, to water what they have planted, to superstruct on their Foundations to support and cherish and go forward with what they have begun,
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Otherwise who sees not what Ignorance, and Rudeness, and Barbarism will come in like a Floud upon us? Where there is a contempt or neglect of Learning there is a degeneracy from the Primitive Spirit and Way, as you call it.
Otherwise who sees not what Ignorance, and Rudeness, and Barbarism will come in like a Flood upon us? Where there is a contempt or neglect of Learning there is a degeneracy from the Primitive Spirit and Way, as you call it.
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It is the very same word with that in the Text, which is rendred Latter End. And it would be happy if we could be wise to understand this, to consider Posterity.
It is the very same word with that in the Text, which is rendered Latter End. And it would be happy if we could be wise to understand this, to Consider Posterity.
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But are not we to blame? Do we not grievously neglect them? to instruct them, to cherish and promote any good in them, to go before them with a gracious Example, to watch over them according to the mind of Christ? we teach them, (I am afraid) by our Examples to sleight Magistrates, to reproach and vilify Ministers, to be proud, and worldly, and Factious, and Contentious :
But Are not we to blame? Do we not grievously neglect them? to instruct them, to cherish and promote any good in them, to go before them with a gracious Exampl, to watch over them according to the mind of christ? we teach them, (I am afraid) by our Examples to sleight Magistrates, to reproach and vilify Ministers, to be proud, and worldly, and Factious, and Contentious:
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as if we meant to leave Contention for a• Inheritance to our Children, and to provide for the perpetuation of our Brubbles and Divisions to succeeding Generations. As if men were so much in love with Contention, that it were not enough for them to contend while they live,
as if we meant to leave Contention for a• Inheritance to our Children, and to provide for the perpetuation of our Brubbles and Divisions to succeeding Generations. As if men were so much in love with Contention, that it were not enough for them to contend while they live,
Or as the Popish Priests in the Indies drive scores of Indians to the Wa••r, and Baptize them, and set down so many for Christian Converts they have made,
Or as the Popish Priests in the Indies drive scores of Indians to the Wa••r, and Baptise them, and Set down so many for Christian Converts they have made,
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and then let them run wild into the Woods again to their old Pagan courses. I fear God is angry with us on this account. Certainly something should be done.
and then let them run wild into the Woods again to their old Pagan courses. I Fear God is angry with us on this account. Certainly something should be done.
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and Fast and Pray, and Consult the Scriptures, and discourse out things in a Brotherly way (without Heats and Animositics) and wait upon God for the further and fuller Discovery of his mind to us, and be willing that Truth should be Truth,
and Fast and Pray, and Consult the Scriptures, and discourse out things in a Brotherly Way (without Heats and Animositics) and wait upon God for the further and fuller Discovery of his mind to us, and be willing that Truth should be Truth,
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Sad it is to consider how many poor Children have their Souls overgrown with Ignorance, Atheism, Security, and Prophaness, and are going to Destruction without controll,
Sad it is to Consider how many poor Children have their Souls overgrown with Ignorance, Atheism, Security, and Profaneness, and Are going to Destruction without control,
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Thus (Honoured and Beloved in our Lord) Let us be perswaded in this our day to consider what will be the latter end of our sinful and unsuitable Depor•ments before the Lord :
Thus (Honoured and beloved in our Lord) Let us be persuaded in this our day to Consider what will be the latter end of our sinful and unsuitable Depor•ments before the Lord:
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And of those that blindly follow them to fall into the Ditch (or Pit of Destruction) with them, Mat. 15.14. that the end of Worldly - mindedness will be Destruction, Phil. 3.19. the end of Back-sliding and Apostacy will be the loss of Gods Favour,
And of those that blindly follow them to fallen into the Ditch (or Pit of Destruction) with them, Mathew 15.14. that the end of Worldly - Mindedness will be Destruction, Philip 3.19. the end of Backsliding and Apostasy will be the loss of God's Favour,
To hear Gods Counsel and Instruction in the Scripture is the way to be wise in and about your latter end, Prov. 19.20. Make Gods Testimonies the men of your counsel (as David phraseth it, Psal. 119.24. ) in this matter.
To hear God's Counsel and Instruction in the Scripture is the Way to be wise in and about your latter end, Curae 19.20. Make God's Testimonies the men of your counsel (as David Phraseth it, Psalm 119.24.) in this matter.
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when they were too hard for Moses and Aaron (being Princes of the Assembly, Men of Renown and Famous in the Congregation) God Himself took them into his own hands,
when they were too hard for Moses and Aaron (being Princes of the Assembly, Men of Renown and Famous in the Congregation) God Himself took them into his own hands,
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Contempt and ill usage of the Lords Messengers, and Idolatrous practises ruined the State of Israel and Iudah. Contempt of our Lord Jesus Christ and his Messengers,
Contempt and ill usage of the lords Messengers, and Idolatrous practises ruined the State of Israel and Iudah. Contempt of our Lord jesus christ and his Messengers,
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Have you not known or heard of these and those Professors abroad, that in the time of their liberty and prosperity were wanton, proud, worldly, despisers of Gods Ministers, contentious and quarrelsome? And do you not know the end of it? such Examples are instructing, and for our Admonition.
Have you not known or herd of these and those Professors abroad, that in the time of their liberty and Prosperity were wanton, proud, worldly, despisers of God's Ministers, contentious and quarrelsome? And do you not know the end of it? such Examples Are instructing, and for our Admonition.
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The fall of Schools and contempt of Learning will make way for Rudeness, Ignorance, Want of able Instruments to manage Church and State Affairs, Irreligion and Ruine to this poor Country.
The fallen of Schools and contempt of Learning will make Way for Rudeness, Ignorance, Want of able Instruments to manage Church and State Affairs, Irreligion and Ruin to this poor Country.
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Oh Read your End in your way. You may do it certainly in some cases. As there are NONLATINALPHABET, Heb. 6.9. things that accompany Salvation, and have a coherence with it.
O Read your End in your Way. You may do it Certainly in Some cases. As there Are, Hebrew 6.9. things that accompany Salvation, and have a coherence with it.
It is his Prerogative Royal which he assumes to himself as his own peculiar, Isai. 41.22, 23. Oh therefore rest not in your own Guesses and Conjectures,
It is his Prerogative Royal which he assumes to himself as his own peculiar, Isaiah 41.22, 23. O Therefore rest not in your own Guesses and Conjectures,
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and weak apprehensions, but Address your selves humbly to the God of Wisdome and Knowledge (who gives liberally to such as ask him) for thi• understanding and judicious consideration, that you may be able to make a true judgement of your Latter End. The Lord saith in the Text:
and weak apprehensions, but Address your selves humbly to the God of Wisdom and Knowledge (who gives liberally to such as ask him) for thi• understanding and judicious consideration, that you may be able to make a true judgement of your Latter End. The Lord Says in the Text:
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Oh that they were wise, that they understood this, that they would consider their latter End. Now the best Reply and Return that can be made to it, is, O Lord, that we were so wise indeed !
O that they were wise, that they understood this, that they would Consider their latter End. Now the best Reply and Return that can be made to it, is, Oh Lord, that we were so wise indeed!
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and the sad Apprehension, and Ab•ding of approaching calamities, unless speedy Repe•tance and Reformation of our wayes obviate and intercept them, hath opened my mouth to you in this manner.
and the sad Apprehension, and Ab•ding of approaching calamities, unless speedy Repe•tance and Reformation of our ways obviate and intercept them, hath opened my Mouth to you in this manner.
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God is certainly angry with New-England. Thence many wise men are infatuated, many good men are become perverse and froward, Counsels carried headlong, all manner of good almost obstructed in all Societies;
God is Certainly angry with New england. Thence many wise men Are infatuated, many good men Are become perverse and froward, Counsels carried headlong, all manner of good almost obstructed in all Societies;
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As if no longer the Light, but now the •ark and black side of the Cloud were turne• towards us, and the Lord were casting such a dreadful look upon us,
As if no longer the Light, but now the •ark and black side of the Cloud were turne• towards us, and the Lord were casting such a dreadful look upon us,
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Oh the Depth of the Counsel, and the Eff•cacy of the D••••• of God ! When misery is determined, nothing shall intervene or stand in the way to hinder it.
O the Depth of the Counsel, and the Eff•cacy of the D••••• of God! When misery is determined, nothing shall intervene or stand in the Way to hinder it.
Verily, unless the Lord help us to Consider our wayes and repent and return to him, from whom we have deeply revolted, and recover our standing under the wonted •nfluences of his Favour and pleasant Beauty that hath been upon us, we may certainly look for sad Times.
Verily, unless the Lord help us to Consider our ways and Repent and return to him, from whom we have deeply revolted, and recover our standing under the wonted •nfluences of his Favour and pleasant Beauty that hath been upon us, we may Certainly look for sad Times.
We are making God our Enemy, our Defence and Glory is departing from us, that strong hedge of Protecting Providence that hath been about us is breaking down, we are pulling up the Stakes of it with our own Hands,
We Are making God our Enemy, our Defence and Glory is departing from us, that strong hedge of Protecting Providence that hath been about us is breaking down, we Are pulling up the Stakes of it with our own Hands,
even your day, which you have looked for, plotted for, longed for, is now coming apace, wherein you shall mo•k at our Sabba•hs, break down the carved work of our Sanctuary, roar in the midst of our Congregations, spread out your Hand• upon all our pleasant things, and say, Aha, thus would we have it.
even your day, which you have looked for, plotted for, longed for, is now coming apace, wherein you shall mo•k At our Sabba•hs, break down the carved work of our Sanctuary, roar in the midst of our Congregations, spread out your Hand• upon all our pleasant things, and say, Aha, thus would we have it.
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Give Glory to the Lord your God (by Confession, Humiliation, Repentance and Reformation) before he cause Darkness, and your Feet stumble upon the dark Mountains, Jerem. 13.15, 16. So Consider with Understanding and Judgement what is like to be the Latter end of your sinfull Dep•rtments before the Lord,
Give Glory to the Lord your God (by Confessi, Humiliation, Repentance and Reformation) before he cause Darkness, and your Feet Stumble upon the dark Mountains, Jeremiah 13.15, 16. So Consider with Understanding and Judgement what is like to be the Latter end of your sinful Dep•rtments before the Lord,
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Jerusalem remembred not her Last End, therefo•e she came down wonderfully and had no comforter, Lam. 1, 9. Not considering aright the Latter End of your Wayes will bring you down,
Jerusalem remembered not her Last End, therefo•e she Come down wonderfully and had no comforter, Lam. 1, 9. Not considering aright the Latter End of your Ways will bring you down,
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I am not without some Hopes (though many of your wise and faithful Ministers and Watchmen are almost weary and hopeless) that men of all parties (that are truely pious and serious) will at last consider and reform what is ami•s,
I am not without Some Hope's (though many of your wise and faithful Ministers and Watchmen Are almost weary and hopeless) that men of all parties (that Are truly pious and serious) will At last Consider and reform what is ami•s,
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And indeed it would be sad with us, if our times should be like those which the Historian complains of, Q••bus nec vi•ia nostra, nec Remedia, pati possumus :
And indeed it would be sad with us, if our times should be like those which the Historian complains of, Q••bus nec vi•ia nostra, nec Remedy, pati possumus:
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Then indeed we do infeliciter agrotare, and may conclude that our sickness will be terminated in the Death and Dissolution, in the Loss and deserved Bereavement of those Enjoyments that are dearest to us.
Then indeed we do infeliciter agrotare, and may conclude that our sickness will be terminated in the Death and Dissolution, in the Loss and deserved Bereavement of those Enjoyments that Are dearest to us.
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then will he be with you, as he hath been with your Fathers and Predecessors (those Worthies of the Lord that are now at rest, whose Memory is blessed and whose Names shall be had in everlasting remembrance ) and no Weapon that is formed against you shall prosper.
then will he be with you, as he hath been with your Father's and Predecessors (those Worthies of the Lord that Are now At rest, whose Memory is blessed and whose Names shall be had in everlasting remembrance) and no Weapon that is formed against you shall prosper.
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and Afflictions, and Sufferings of the People of God shall end in joy. They may sow in Tears but they shall reap in 〈 ◊ 〉, Psal 126••. 〈 ◊ 〉 their Troubles shall undoubtedly be concluded and issued in everlasting Consolation.
and Afflictions, and Sufferings of the People of God shall end in joy. They may sow in Tears but they shall reap in 〈 ◊ 〉, Psalm 126••. 〈 ◊ 〉 their Troubles shall undoubtedly be concluded and issued in everlasting Consolation.
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〈 ◊ 〉 in the end will be the portion of such and we in pleasure 〈 ◊ 〉 but it will be the happiness of the Children of God to receive their Good Things at last, Luk. 16.25. Whatever Dayes may come upon a sinful and secure World that lies in wickedness, or upon a slumbring, Slothful, licentious Generation of Professors :
〈 ◊ 〉 in the end will be the portion of such and we in pleasure 〈 ◊ 〉 but it will be the happiness of the Children of God to receive their Good Things At last, Luk. 16.25. Whatever Days may come upon a sinful and secure World that lies in wickedness, or upon a slumbering, Slothful, licentious Generation of Professors:
yet it shall undoubtedly go well with the humble, waking, faithful Servants of God, that maintain or recover their first love to the person, Truths, Ordinances, Messengers and wayes of Jesus Christ,
yet it shall undoubtedly go well with the humble, waking, faithful Servants of God, that maintain or recover their First love to the person, Truths, Ordinances, Messengers and ways of jesus christ,
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