The return of the sword or a divine prognostick delivered in a sermon at Newcastle : manifesting that breach of covenant is a prognostick of the return of the sword. / By Robert Jenison. Dr. of D.
It is not above eight moneths (I take it) that this town, with the adjacent Counties, were in great fears, by reason of the prevailings of the E. of Monross and his party, who being at that time Master of all Scotland made his approaches very neer to England (his Scouts,
It is not above eight months (I take it) that this town, with the adjacent Counties, were in great fears, by reason of the prevailings of the E. of Monross and his party, who being At that time Master of all Scotland made his Approaches very near to England (his Scouts,
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as is said, being then come within it:) though, upon the fears and prayers of his people of both Kingdoms, by a miraculous providence he was met withal, routed, scattered,
as is said, being then come within it:) though, upon the fears and Prayers of his people of both Kingdoms, by a miraculous providence he was met withal, routed, scattered,
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And now we hear of a dangerous and seditious Band, under the name of an humble Remonstrance, &c. tending to the violating and subvertion of our Covenants (say our brethren of Scotland in a late Declaration of theirs) raising and fomenting jealousies ( in Scotland) and between both Kingdoms, prolonging of the unnatural wars,
And now we hear of a dangerous and seditious Band, under the name of an humble Remonstrance, etc. tending to the violating and Subversion of our Covenants (say our brothers of Scotland in a late Declaration of theirs) raising and fomenting jealousies (in Scotland) and between both Kingdoms, prolonging of the unnatural wars,
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They hereupon, calling it and looking upon it as a banding Remonstrance, a Divisive Band, and seeing their Land threatned with a new Breach from the North,
They hereupon, calling it and looking upon it as a banding Remonstrance, a Divisive Band, and seeing their Land threatened with a new Breach from the North,
and for giving a little breathing from the cruel insulting Enemy, and confessing it just with God to send new troubles, &c. They hereupon, I say, have appointed a solemn Fast to seek God,
and for giving a little breathing from the cruel insulting Enemy, and confessing it just with God to send new Troubles, etc. They hereupon, I say, have appointed a solemn Fast to seek God,
Now they, and we, especially in these Northern parts of England, being upon the like grounds, in the same ship of danger, (and the day of our own monethly Fast calling on us for like duty) we cannot but sympathize and joyn with them,
Now they, and we, especially in these Northern parts of England, being upon the like grounds, in the same ship of danger, (and the day of our own monthly Fast calling on us for like duty) we cannot but sympathise and join with them,
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and to maintain, what in us lieth, peace and unity, first with God, and then (according to our n•tional Covenant ) with our neighbors, and one with another;
and to maintain, what in us lies, peace and unity, First with God, and then (according to our n•tional Covenant) with our neighbours, and one with Another;
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The first from Verse 1. to 8. where Ieremy prophesieth the captivity of King Zedekiah and the City Jerusalem, &c. at the time when they of Jerusalem were in some distress by the Caldean forces, who fought against it,
The First from Verse 1. to 8. where Ieremy Prophesieth the captivity of King Zedekiah and the city Jerusalem, etc. At the time when they of Jerusalem were in Some distress by the Chaldean forces, who fought against it,
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The second from and with the 8. Verse to the end, when the siege was for some space of time broken up upon the approach of some ayd from Egypt, Verse 21. whereby they were more hardened:
The second from and with the 8. Verse to the end, when the siege was for Some Molle of time broken up upon the approach of Some aid from Egypt, Verse 21. whereby they were more hardened:
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and made (by Covenant) some kind of Reformation by proclaiming liberty to their Hebrew servants, whom, against the Law of God and the limited time of six years, they kept in service;
and made (by Covenant) Some kind of Reformation by proclaiming liberty to their Hebrew Servants, whom, against the Law of God and the limited time of six Years, they kept in service;
now when their danger seemed to be over, they reassumed them contrary to the Covenant of God, hoping the Caldeans would never return again to the siege, from which they were gone, Jer. 37.5.
now when their danger seemed to be over, they reassumed them contrary to the Covenant of God, hoping the Chaldaeans would never return again to the siege, from which they were gone, Jer. 37.5.
Now for this their breach of Govenant, they are here reproved, vers. 12, 13, &c. and threatned, ver•. 17, 18. and especially as here in my text; Behold, I will command, &c.
Now for this their breach of Covenant, they Are Here reproved, vers. 12, 13, etc. and threatened, ver•. 17, 18. and especially as Here in my text; Behold, I will command, etc.
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when their own turn is served, and they delivered. An usual thing in all ages; See Judges 10.11, 12, 13-15, 16. Hosea 5.15. & 6.1. with 4. The Reason hereof is the Deceitfulness, of mens hearts, till they be purged, rectified and made sincere, Jer. 17.9. A notable example of this we have Psal. 78.34, 35, 36, 37. where the heart is not right with God, men cannot be stedfast in his Covenant.
when their own turn is served, and they Delivered. an usual thing in all ages; See Judges 10.11, 12, 13-15, 16. Hosea 5.15. & 6.1. with 4. The Reason hereof is the Deceitfulness, of men's hearts, till they be purged, rectified and made sincere, Jer. 17.9. A notable Exampl of this we have Psalm 78.34, 35, 36, 37. where the heart is not right with God, men cannot be steadfast in his Covenant.
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unless such Promises, Protestations and Covenants be out of real conviction of conscience, and with respect, not to their present ease, ends or advantage (which once obtained, the true grounds of their promises cease) but to conscience, God, or duty.
unless such Promises, Protestations and Covenants be out of real conviction of conscience, and with respect, not to their present ease, ends or advantage (which once obtained, the true grounds of their promises cease) but to conscience, God, or duty.
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2. It should teach us to be wary and very considerate in vowing, promising and covenanting, as knowing we have deceitful hearts, of which we should be jealous:
2. It should teach us to be wary and very considerate in vowing, promising and covenanting, as knowing we have deceitful hearts, of which we should be jealous:
•efore which a note of attention 〈 ◊ 〉 A fearful Denunciation, whereby Jeremy gives King Zedekiah and his Princes into the hands of his and their enemies for their disobedience and breach of Covenant.
•efore which a note of attention 〈 ◊ 〉 A fearful Denunciation, whereby Jeremiah gives King Zedekiah and his Princes into the hands of his and their enemies for their disobedience and breach of Covenant.
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Secondly, Certain effects and success of it. 1. Against Jerusalem, which are three. 2. Against the Cities of Judah, which is Desolation. Before all which is premised a note of Attention.
Secondly, Certain effects and success of it. 1. Against Jerusalem, which Are three. 2. Against the Cities of Judah, which is Desolation. Before all which is premised a note of Attention.
or howsoever, see and be convinced of the righteousness of Gods judgment thus denounced against them. 2. To look forward, and to expect certain wrath from God, &c.
or howsoever, see and be convinced of the righteousness of God's judgement thus denounced against them. 2. To look forward, and to expect certain wrath from God, etc.
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Note; Note. Gods Word, and threatnings by his servants, and all signs holding forth his wrath, would diligently and attentively be observed by us, and warning thereby taken:
Note; Note. God's Word, and threatenings by his Servants, and all Signs holding forth his wrath, would diligently and attentively be observed by us, and warning thereby taken:
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nor to Eli himself, but as he saw God speaking to Samuel; and so he beleeved Samuel, though a very child, telling him from God of the destruction of his house, and so humbly submitted to the will of God, saying, It is the Lord; let him do what seemeth him good.
nor to Eli himself, but as he saw God speaking to Samuel; and so he believed Samuel, though a very child, telling him from God of the destruction of his house, and so humbly submitted to the will of God, saying, It is the Lord; let him do what seems him good.
and particularly the Sword to us now? To this I answer; what we, as Gods Ministers, can do in this kind, may in good part appear by that which hath been already done in this our Nation.
and particularly the Sword to us now? To this I answer; what we, as God's Ministers, can do in this kind, may in good part appear by that which hath been already done in this our nation.
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The Prophets of old were b•d to proph••y and say, Thus saith the Lord, say a sword, Ez k 21 9, 10 12 &c. a sword is sharp•ed & also fourbished, &c. It shal be upon my people, &c. And it was upon that people.
The prophets of old were b•d to proph••y and say, Thus Says the Lord, say a sword, Ezra k 21 9, 10 12 etc. a sword is sharp•ed & also fourbished, etc. It shall be upon my people, etc. And it was upon that people.
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Even so, deny it who can, of latter years, before the sword came on England, the faithful Ministers of Iesus Christ, as with one mouth throughout the Land, denounced the judgment of the sword and forewarned our people of it,
Even so, deny it who can, of latter Years, before the sword Come on England, the faithful Ministers of Iesus christ, as with one Mouth throughout the Land, denounced the judgement of the sword and forewarned our people of it,
though no extraordinary Prophets, yet as Prophets in a larger fence, and interpreters of Gods mind and will made known to us in his Word (and to us more then to others) do still and can give warning,
though no extraordinary prophets, yet as prophets in a larger fence, and Interpreters of God's mind and will made known to us in his Word (and to us more then to Others) do still and can give warning,
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and foretel according to the rules of Scripture, and method which there God useth (and partly by experience) what God will do with such a people, nation, yea and person:
and foretell according to the rules of Scripture, and method which there God uses (and partly by experience) what God will do with such a people, Nation, yea and person:
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if ever, doth it indeed till he give warning by his Prophets, and by a more peculiar providence both inlighten and excite them to take and give notice of the same, that so if men perish they may not say it is because God took them at the worst,
if ever, does it indeed till he give warning by his prophets, and by a more peculiar providence both inlighten and excite them to take and give notice of the same, that so if men perish they may not say it is Because God took them At the worst,
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And God thus confirming his Word, spoken by us weak men, doth both honor his own truth, holiness and justice, Psa. 145.17. Ezek. 14.23. as also his faithful servants and Ministers;
And God thus confirming his Word, spoken by us weak men, does both honour his own truth, holiness and Justice, Psa. 145.17. Ezekiel 14.23. as also his faithful Servants and Ministers;
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though for their faithfulness in this kind, their mouth have been stopped, and they forced by the tyrannical power of the high Commission and otherwise to keep silence for any publick discharge of their duty,) I say,
though for their faithfulness in this kind, their Mouth have been stopped, and they forced by the tyrannical power of the high Commission and otherwise to keep silence for any public discharge of their duty,) I say,
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as Ezekiels was upon the taking of Ierusalem, or the news of it, it will concern us to give more diligent heed to such forewarnings as are given us by them of the Return of the Sword, or of the continuance or renewing of it;
as Ezekiel's was upon the taking of Ierusalem, or the news of it, it will concern us to give more diligent heed to such forewarnings as Are given us by them of the Return of the Sword, or of the Continuance or renewing of it;
yet when upon the news of taking the City his mouth was opened, as God had foretold him, he prophesied the destruction or desolation of the whole Land, and Gods judgments upon such as mocked him and made light of his prophesie;
yet when upon the news of taking the city his Mouth was opened, as God had foretold him, he prophesied the destruction or desolation of the Whole Land, and God's Judgments upon such as mocked him and made Light of his prophesy;
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so Gods true Prophets now having by his mercy their liberty of prophesying restored, and foreshewing further judgments, the Lord, by confirming their word,
so God's true prophets now having by his mercy their liberty of prophesying restored, and foreshowing further Judgments, the Lord, by confirming their word,
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and when such things indeed come to pass, do make it fully known, and convince such as are now secure and incredulous, that he hath not been wanting to them,
and when such things indeed come to pass, do make it Fully known, and convince such as Are now secure and incredulous, that he hath not been wanting to them,
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but the whole Land (especially in these Northern parts) when we consider our great security and self-confidence, especially upon former good successes, whereby, among other sins of mocking and despising,
but the Whole Land (especially in these Northern parts) when we Consider our great security and self-confidence, especially upon former good Successes, whereby, among other Sins of mocking and despising,
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Seeing Gods method of proceeding with a Nation or City is such as where we profit not by former or present judgments, we must expect greater wrath till we perish,
Seeing God's method of proceeding with a nation or city is such as where we profit not by former or present Judgments, we must expect greater wrath till we perish,
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Only in case of a Nations returning to God by Repentance, and Humiliation, together with Reformation of life and conversation, of Church and State according to Gods Word,
Only in case of a nations returning to God by Repentance, and Humiliation, together with Reformation of life and Conversation, of Church and State according to God's Word,
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that, as we were the last (being with Ireland the remotest Westward) who felt the fury of the beast (as it was only the last of ten persecutions, sc. that under Dioclesian, which found us out in this Land,
that, as we were the last (being with Ireland the Remotest Westward) who felt the fury of the beast (as it was only the last of ten persecutions, sc. that under Diocletian, which found us out in this Land,
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which we also dare assure Gods people of, when once (or it may be, after and upon some new and sharp handling) we shall be sincerely humbled and purely purged from our dross.
which we also Dare assure God's people of, when once (or it may be, After and upon Some new and sharp handling) we shall be sincerely humbled and purely purged from our dross.
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We may, secondly, take notice of the authority by which this judgment of the sword cometh, or of that soveraign power by which the sword cometh again upon them,
We may, secondly, take notice of the Authority by which this judgement of the sword comes, or of that sovereign power by which the sword comes again upon them,
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Answ. It is not from Enemies themselves, who cannot, though they were most malicious, yea powerful, (as is Satan him elf) do what they would, but what God wills,:
Answer It is not from Enemies themselves, who cannot, though they were most malicious, yea powerful, (as is Satan him elf) do what they would, but what God wills,:
as if he had given them some command so to do. So he is said to bid Shimei curse ' David, 2 Sam. 16.10. See 2 Kings Chap. 24. Vers. 1, 2, 3. 2 Chron. 36.17. Jer. 49, 14. & 50.21. Note: God, the Lord of hosts, Note.
as if he had given them Some command so to do. So he is said to bid Shimei curse ' David, 2 Sam. 16.10. See 2 Kings Chap. 24. Vers. 1, 2, 3. 2 Chronicles 36.17. Jer. 49, 14. & 50.21. Note: God, the Lord of hosts, Note.
He therfore is also said to call for sword, Jer. 25.29. to give the sword a commission, and to say, — sword go through the Land, Ezek. 14.17. to muster the host of the battel, Isa. 13.4. The Lord appoints it for all circumstances, beginning, continuance, Jer. 47.6, 7. Has. 11.6. and ending, Psa. 46.9.
He Therefore is also said to call for sword, Jer. 25.29. to give the sword a commission, and to say, — sword go through the Land, Ezekiel 14.17. to muster the host of the battle, Isaiah 13.4. The Lord appoints it for all Circumstances, beginning, Continuance, Jer. 47.6, 7. Has. 11.6. and ending, Psa. 46.9.
but where pardon is not timely sought by them, or the same, or other sins returned unto, their Preservation proves but their Reservation to greater and more remarkable judgments.
but where pardon is not timely sought by them, or the same, or other Sins returned unto, their Preservation Proves but their Reservation to greater and more remarkable Judgments.
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God by them may justly punish an unthankful people for their sins against him, when they shall sin by taking up arms against such as have done them no wrong, out of their own ambition, covetousness, contrariety and madness against the Truth of God professed outwardly by his people.
God by them may justly Punish an unthankful people for their Sins against him, when they shall sin by taking up arms against such as have done them no wrong, out of their own ambition, covetousness, contrariety and madness against the Truth of God professed outwardly by his people.
Josh. 11.19, 20. Enemies by Gods just Providence often rise up against Gods People, that they may fall before men, &c. As then the wise Physitian applying his Leeches to the Patient, intends health thereby,
Josh. 11.19, 20. Enemies by God's just Providence often rise up against God's People, that they may fallen before men, etc. As then the wise physician applying his Leeches to the Patient, intends health thereby,
there is some special Reason in Gods Counsel for it, which would so far be searched out, specially by that place, &c. 2. Now secondly, the effects and success of this Denunciation would, in a word only, be taken notice of.
there is Some special Reason in God's Counsel for it, which would so Far be searched out, specially by that place, etc. 2. Now secondly, the effects and success of this Denunciation would, in a word only, be taken notice of.
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] Not only barely look on, or threaten it, as in good King Hezekiah's time, when not an arrow was shot against it, Isai. 37.33. No, King Zedekiah must look for no such favour.
] Not only barely look on, or threaten it, as in good King Hezekiah's time, when not an arrow was shot against it, Isaiah 37.33. No, King Zedekiah must look for no such favour.
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But when our sins are ripe, God can do that which we cannot conceive, and far beyond that which any, the oldest in his time, hath seen, Ioel 1.1, 2. &c. 3. Let none then (whilest God is an enemy) flatter themselves or trust in any confidences of their own;
But when our Sins Are ripe, God can do that which we cannot conceive, and Far beyond that which any, the oldest in his time, hath seen, Joel 1.1, 2. etc. 3. Let none then (whilst God is an enemy) flatter themselves or trust in any confidences of their own;
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not in their Allies and Confederates, not in the outward Ordinances, whilest they walk not according to them, Ier. 7.4. &c. Not in horses, men, though Princes, Psal. 20.7.
not in their Allies and Confederates, not in the outward Ordinances, whilst they walk not according to them, Jeremiah 7.4. etc. Not in Horses, men, though Princes, Psalm 20.7.
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that is counted barbarous in enemies, as of late in our barbarous Cavaliers, and Popish and Irish especially, who burned the towns they took, such especially as they could not keep:
that is counted barbarous in enemies, as of late in our barbarous Cavaliers, and Popish and Irish especially, who burned the Towns they took, such especially as they could not keep:
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Now, note from all these three, and the order of them, how God commonly proceeds by degrees in his judgments, from the lesser to the greater, till he at length utterly cut off and destroy.
Now, note from all these three, and the order of them, how God commonly proceeds by Degrees in his Judgments, from the lesser to the greater, till he At length utterly Cut off and destroy.
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He first trieth them, as by divers other lesser evils, as by d•arths, inundations pestilence, &c. So by the sword, which he first threatens, Lev. t. 26.25.
He First trieth them, as by diverse other lesser evils, as by d•arths, inundations pestilence, etc. So by the sword, which he First threatens, Lev. tO. 26.25.
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then by sighting against their Cities, as here in the first seige of Ierusalem, which upon their ew rening of their Covenant with God and some Reformation was removed.
then by sighting against their Cities, as Here in the First siege of Ierusalem, which upon their ew rening of their Covenant with God and Some Reformation was removed.
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How should this his manner of proceeding with us lead us to repentance! How, if we were wise, should we be warned by his bare threats? Howsoever when he comes nearer us by some lesser evils.
How should this his manner of proceeding with us led us to Repentance! How, if we were wise, should we be warned by his bore Treats? Howsoever when he comes nearer us by Some lesser evils.
See the different carriage of two Kings, King Hezekiah, and King Hoshea; both were alike threatned by the Prophet Micah, who preached both to Samaria and Ierusalem, and threatned Zion and Ierusalem as well as Samaria, Micah 1.1. & 3.12.
See the different carriage of two Kings, King Hezekiah, and King Hoshea; both were alike threatened by the Prophet micah, who preached both to Samaria and Ierusalem, and threatened Zion and Ierusalem as well as Samaria, micah 1.1. & 3.12.
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and the Lord repented him of the evil which he had pronounced against them, Jer. 26.18, 19. But did King Hoshea so? No, He did evil in the sight of the Lord, (yet not as the Kings of Israel that were before him: ) Yet the King of Assyria went up to Samaria and beseidged it, — and after three years seidge took it, and carryed Israel away into Captivity, &c. So that Kingdom came to an end.
and the Lord repented him of the evil which he had pronounced against them, Jer. 26.18, 19. But did King Hoshea so? No, He did evil in the sighed of the Lord, (yet not as the Kings of Israel that were before him:) Yet the King of Assyria went up to Samaria and besieged it, — and After three Years Seige took it, and carried Israel away into Captivity, etc. So that Kingdom Come to an end.
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Such general Desolations are the fruit of sin persisted in against former mercies and lesser chastisments from God, unto which senc•less sinners are at length given over.
Such general Desolations Are the fruit of since persisted in against former Mercies and lesser chastisements from God, unto which senc•less Sinners Are At length given over.
and the paradise of the world, the Land of Iudah; for now was acco•plished that wrath •olong foretold, by the Prophet Is•••, in the desolation•o this people for their obstinacy.
and the paradise of the world, the Land of Iudah; for now was acco•plished that wrath •olong foretold, by the Prophet Is•••, in the desolation•o this people for their obstinacy.
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Their hearts were made fat, — to that the word in the Ministry of it had no saving effect on the most of them, which their obstinacy was to continue so long, until their Cities be wasted without inhabitant,
Their hearts were made fat, — to that the word in the Ministry of it had no Saving Effect on the most of them, which their obstinacy was to continue so long, until their Cities be wasted without inhabitant,
as when Iehojada made a Covenant between him, and between all the People, and between the King, that they should be the Lords People, 2 Chron. 23.16.
as when Iehojada made a Covenant between him, and between all the People, and between the King, that they should be the lords People, 2 Chronicles 23.16.
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And so when Ezra made a Covenant for himself, and the people, with God, to put away all their strange wives, &c. Ezra. 10.3. See also Nehem. 9.38. & 10.1. &c. 29.30. &c.
And so when Ezra made a Covenant for himself, and the people, with God, to put away all their strange wives, etc. Ezra. 10.3. See also Nehemiah 9.38. & 10.1. etc. 29.30. etc.
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Or 3. Mixt, Such was that also of Iehosaphat, which was made, not only between the Lord, the King and people, — but between the King also, and the people, 2 Kings 11.17.
Or 3. Mixed, Such was that also of Jehoshaphat, which was made, not only between the Lord, the King and people, — but between the King also, and the people, 2 Kings 11.17.
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1. For Civil, As that made Ezek. 17. between the King of Iudah, and the King of Babylon, against whom (after he had taken an oath) he rebelled, in sending his Embassadors into Egypt, that they might give him horses, and much people.
1. For Civil, As that made Ezekiel 17. between the King of Iudah, and the King of Babylon, against whom (After he had taken an oath) he rebelled, in sending his ambassadors into Egypt, that they might give him Horses, and much people.
But what saith God? Shall he prosper? Shall he escape that doth such things? Ezek. 17, 15, 16, 19. Or shall he break the Covenant and be delivered? As I live, saith the Lord God,
But what Says God? Shall he prosper? Shall he escape that does such things? Ezekiel 17, 15, 16, 19. Or shall he break the Covenant and be Delivered? As I live, Says the Lord God,
and whose Covenant he brake, even with him, in the midst of Babylon, he shall dye, &c. See also 2 Sam. 21.1, 2, 3. &c. with Iosh. 9.15. 2. For Religious Covenants.
and whose Covenant he brake, even with him, in the midst of Babylon, he shall die, etc. See also 2 Sam. 21.1, 2, 3. etc. with Joshua 9.15. 2. For Religious Covenants.
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and scattereth abroad the inhabitants thereof, &c. The Land shall be utterly emptied, and utterly spoiled, &c. But why is all this? Because they have transgressed the Laws, changed the Ordinance, broken the everlasting Covenant;
and Scattereth abroad the inhabitants thereof, etc. The Land shall be utterly emptied, and utterly spoiled, etc. But why is all this? Because they have transgressed the Laws, changed the Ordinance, broken the everlasting Covenant;
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therefore hath the curse devoured the earth, and they that dwel therein are desolate. So the Army of Israel could not prosper at Aj, nor stand before their enemies,
Therefore hath the curse devoured the earth, and they that dwell therein Are desolate. So the Army of Israel could not prosper At Aj, nor stand before their enemies,
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In King Asa his days, they bound themselves by a renewed Covenant to God, and one to another, that they would seek the Lord God of Israel, and so by mutual covenanting (to destroy Idolatry,
In King Asa his days, they bound themselves by a renewed Covenant to God, and one to Another, that they would seek the Lord God of Israel, and so by mutual covenanting (to destroy Idolatry,
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and the groves and superstitious worship) they bound themselves, and submitted to the penalty of death, 2 Chron. 15.13, 14. &c. So acknowledging, that not only Idolatry,
and the groves and superstitious worship) they bound themselves, and submitted to the penalty of death, 2 Chronicles 15.13, 14. etc. So acknowledging, that not only Idolatry,
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but that they, by vertue of this their covenanting one with another (which they did to shew their thankfulness to God for that late great victory) were bound, without any pity or partiality, to see Gods Will and Law, ' Deut. 13.1, 2, 3, 4. &c. in such case, executed and fulfilled.
but that they, by virtue of this their covenanting one with Another (which they did to show their thankfulness to God for that late great victory) were bound, without any pity or partiality, to see God's Will and Law, ' Deuteronomy 13.1, 2, 3, 4. etc. in such case, executed and fulfilled.
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and brought them into subjection, &c. verse 11. Therefore, thus saith the Lord, — verse 18. I will give the men that have transgressed my Covenant, which have not performed the words of the Covenant which they had made before me, — even the Princes of Judah and of Jerusalem, the Eunuchs and the Priests, and all the people of the Land, which passed between the parts of the Calf;
and brought them into subjection, etc. verse 11. Therefore, thus Says the Lord, — verse 18. I will give the men that have transgressed my Covenant, which have not performed the words of the Covenant which they had made before me, — even the Princes of Judah and of Jerusalem, the Eunuchs and the Priests, and all the people of the Land, which passed between the parts of the Calf;
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and they shall fight against it, and take it, and burn it with fire, &c. Where we may observe, God, verse 18. cals that his Covenant, which the King and Princes had made with their servants before him, i. in his presence, taking him to witness;
and they shall fight against it, and take it, and burn it with fire, etc. Where we may observe, God, verse 18. calls that his Covenant, which the King and Princes had made with their Servants before him, i. in his presence, taking him to witness;
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so when men Covenant one with another, by oath especially, and sacrifice, that Covenant is called Gods, Covenant; so that breaking it, we are truly said,
so when men Covenant one with Another, by oath especially, and sacrifice, that Covenant is called God's, Covenant; so that breaking it, we Are truly said,
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and so plagued and punished? I answer: first, (especially if we speak of the former sort of Covenants, meerly religious) we can have no security from his wrath,
and so plagued and punished? I answer: First, (especially if we speak of the former sort of Covenants, merely religious) we can have no security from his wrath,
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further then we keep Covenant with God, seeing his promises as they are propounded generally, so conditionally ▪ and howsoever, in regard of the Elect, the promises of God are sure,
further then we keep Covenant with God, seeing his promises as they Are propounded generally, so conditionally ▪ and howsoever, in regard of the Elect, the promises of God Are sure,
though conditionally propounded, yet as concerning them, his promise is more absolute, yea such as undertakes on their behalf for the conditions too, (as elswhere in a Treatise published on that argument is fully shewed;) yet seeing they are not (usually) made good to any but in a conditionall way, Gods performance on his part cannot be expected,
though conditionally propounded, yet as Concerning them, his promise is more absolute, yea such as undertakes on their behalf for the conditions too, (as elsewhere in a Treatise published on that argument is Fully showed;) yet seeing they Are not (usually) made good to any but in a conditional Way, God's performance on his part cannot be expected,
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Indeed, whilest we keep Covenant with him, he is pleased to bind himself, so fast to us, that he gives us power (in a manner) to command him, to grant or do what we would have him to do for us, according to his Word.
Indeed, whilst we keep Covenant with him, he is pleased to bind himself, so fast to us, that he gives us power (in a manner) to command him, to grant or do what we would have him to do for us, according to his Word.
but against Israel. In like manner where people (having broken Covenant and transgressed) do renew Covenant with God, promise and truly intend to depend wholly on God in their straits for protection and safety, there they have God, (who otherwise was ready to destroy them) renewing his promise to them of protection, according to that, Hosea 14.1, 2, 3, 4. And so Gods people,
but against Israel. In like manner where people (having broken Covenant and transgressed) do renew Covenant with God, promise and truly intend to depend wholly on God in their straits for protection and safety, there they have God, (who otherwise was ready to destroy them) renewing his promise to them of protection, according to that, Hosea 14.1, 2, 3, 4. And so God's people,
as Moses did, and keep off wrath from themselves and others: (for so it pleaseth him to bind himself to his people:) but when they break Covenant with him,
as Moses did, and keep off wrath from themselves and Others: (for so it Pleases him to bind himself to his people:) but when they break Covenant with him,
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as for any performance they, in their transgression and impenitency, can expect from him by vertue of any promise of his unto them, which was only conditional; And so they must accordingly look to know his breach of promise (as he is pleased to speak) or the altering of his purpose, or his breaking off with them,
as for any performance they, in their Transgression and impenitency, can expect from him by virtue of any promise of his unto them, which was only conditional; And so they must accordingly look to know his breach of promise (as he is pleased to speak) or the altering of his purpose, or his breaking off with them,
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In a word, the breach of Covenant with God, or enmity against his Covenant or against the people of his Covenant, procures the Sword, which is sent to avenge the quarrel of the Covenant.
In a word, the breach of Covenant with God, or enmity against his Covenant or against the people of his Covenant, procures the Sword, which is sent to avenge the quarrel of the Covenant.
and my Covenant that he hath broken, even it will I recompence upon his own head, Ezek. 17.19. and Verse 20. — I will bring him to Babylon, and will plead with him there for his trespass that he hath trespassed against me:
and my Covenant that he hath broken, even it will I recompense upon his own head, Ezekiel 17.19. and Verse 20. — I will bring him to Babylon, and will plead with him there for his trespass that he hath trespassed against me:
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What Covenant we make with others in Gods name (as when we swear it must be only in the name of our God, its part of his honor) God accounts his: and so the dishonor is his also,
What Covenant we make with Others in God's name (as when we swear it must be only in the name of our God, its part of his honour) God accounts his: and so the dishonour is his also,
So the Lord speaks here in this instance of King Zedekiah, Vers. 15, 16, 17, 18. — ye had made a Covenant before me in the house which is called by my name.
So the Lord speaks Here in this instance of King Zedekiah, Vers. 15, 16, 17, 18. — you had made a Covenant before me in the house which is called by my name.
But ye turned and polluted my name, &c. Therefore I will give the men that have transgressed my Covenant — into the hand of their enemies, &c. This is because Gods name comes thus to be blasphemed, evil thought and evil spoken of, not only by the Heathen,
But you turned and polluted my name, etc. Therefore I will give the men that have transgressed my Covenant — into the hand of their enemies, etc. This is Because God's name comes thus to be blasphemed, evil Thought and evil spoken of, not only by the Heathen,
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and her paths unto the dead. 2 Sam. 5, 11 1 Kings 5, 1, 9 & 9, 13. Davis and Solomon made a civil Covenant with Hiram King of Tyrus, and the breach of it is punished in Tyrus: For three trangressions of Tyrus and for four I wil not turn away the punishment thereof;
and her paths unto the dead. 2 Sam. 5, 11 1 Kings 5, 1, 9 & 9, 13. Davis and Solomon made a civil Covenant with Hiram King of Tyre, and the breach of it is punished in Tyre: For three transgressions of Tyre and for four I will not turn away the punishment thereof;
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But I will send a fire on the wall of Tyrus, which shall devour the pallaces thereof, Amos 1.9, 10. I would conclude this reason, by remembring you of that notable and famous instance of latter times, (mentioned by so many,
But I will send a fire on the wall of Tyre, which shall devour the palaces thereof, Amos 1.9, 10. I would conclude this reason, by remembering you of that notable and famous instance of latter times, (mentioned by so many,
between Amurath the sixth, and Ʋladislaus King of Hungary, who having made a League or Covenant of peace with the Emperor of the Turks, was afterwards perswaded by Iulian the Popes Legat to violate the League,
between Amurath the sixth, and Ʋladislaus King of Hungary, who having made a League or Covenant of peace with the Emperor of the Turks, was afterwards persuaded by Iulian the Popes Legate to violate the League,
The third and last Reason, is, because the breach, or not observing the Covenant of our God is a sin against moe bonds, not only against the bond of nature, of Gods mercies and benefits,
The third and last Reason, is, Because the breach, or not observing the Covenant of our God is a since against more bonds, not only against the bound of nature, of God's Mercies and benefits,
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or six; But when once they, but so much as, yeilded to the terms of the Covenant, they were then, and ever after sensibly punished, till at length when, (in all) they had provoked him ten times, their judgement became irrevocable,
or six; But when once they, but so much as, yielded to the terms of the Covenant, they were then, and ever After sensibly punished, till At length when, (in all) they had provoked him ten times, their judgement became irrevocable,
so that he sware in his wrath, they should never enter into his rest, Numb. 14.21, 22, 23. They murmured, 1. At the red sea, yet not a word of reproof, only Moses comforted them, saying, fear not, stand stil, see the salvation of the Lord, &c. 2. At Marah, where the waters were bitter; but so was not God:
so that he sware in his wrath, they should never enter into his rest, Numb. 14.21, 22, 23. They murmured, 1. At the read sea, yet not a word of reproof, only Moses comforted them, saying, Fear not, stand still, see the salvation of the Lord, etc. 2. At Marah, where the waters were bitter; but so was not God:
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But when once the Law was propounded to them, and they had yeelded to the terms of the Covenant, saying, All that the Lord hath spoken we wil do, (though alas they wanted power & an heart so to do;) and when once at the Mount they, in Moses absence, (who was to bring them the Covenant in writing) had made the golden calf, the Lord takes special notice of it, owns them not for his people, saying to Moses, Thy people — have corrupted themselves — they so uncovenanted themselves, and God takes notice how quickly they had turned aside out of the way which he commanded: Hereupon threatens to consume them:
But when once the Law was propounded to them, and they had yielded to the terms of the Covenant, saying, All that the Lord hath spoken we will do, (though alas they wanted power & an heart so to do;) and when once At the Mount they, in Moses absence, (who was to bring them the Covenant in writing) had made the golden calf, the Lord Takes special notice of it, owns them not for his people, saying to Moses, Thy people — have corrupted themselves — they so uncovenanted themselves, and God Takes notice how quickly they had turned aside out of the Way which he commanded: Hereupon threatens to consume them:
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And though seemed to spare them a while at Moses request, yet Moses, at Gods command, causeth the idolaters (about three thousand men) to be slain, — and the Lord plagued the people — This was their seventh provocation:
And though seemed to spare them a while At Moses request, yet Moses, At God's command, Causes the Idolaters (about three thousand men) to be slave, — and the Lord plagued the people — This was their seventh provocation:
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and when ninthly they fell a lusting for flesh and loathed Manna at Kibroth-hattaavah, Psa. 1•6 15. quails were given them in wrath, leanness was sent into their souls;
and when ninthly they fell a lusting for Flesh and loathed Manna At Kibroth-hattaavah, Psa. 1•6 15. quails were given them in wrath, leanness was sent into their Souls;
and while the flesh was yet between their teeth, ere it was chewed, the wrath of the Lord was kindled against the people, Psa 78.30, 31 and the Lord smote the people with a very great plague.
and while the Flesh was yet between their teeth, ere it was chewed, the wrath of the Lord was kindled against the people, Psa 78.30, 31 and the Lord smote the people with a very great plague.
The Lord came to a peremptory resolution, even to swear, that because they had now tempted him these ten times — surely, saith he, they shall not see the Land — neither shall any of them that provoked me see it, save Caleb and Joshua.
The Lord Come to a peremptory resolution, even to swear, that Because they had now tempted him these ten times — surely, Says he, they shall not see the Land — neither shall any of them that provoked me see it, save Caleb and joshua.
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Ʋse 1. This may serve to justifie God in all that hath befaln us, or which may or shall befal us hereafter, teaching us to say, The Lord is righteous in all his ways,
Ʋse 1. This may serve to justify God in all that hath befallen us, or which may or shall befall us hereafter, teaching us to say, The Lord is righteous in all his ways,
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Seeing he doth but thus avenge the quarrel of his Covenant, broken by all sorts. 1. Our general Covenant made with God in Baptism requires of us all, true faith, and the obedience of faith, repentance, mortification, a forsaking of the devil and all his works; the world in the pomp and glory and covetous desires of it;
Seeing he does but thus avenge the quarrel of his Covenant, broken by all sorts. 1. Our general Covenant made with God in Baptism requires of us all, true faith, and the Obedience of faith, Repentance, mortification, a forsaking of the Devil and all his works; the world in the pomp and glory and covetous Desires of it;
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Now how we have kept this Covenant in this our nation generally, whether better then those hypocritical and carnal worshippers who had made a Covenant with God by sacrifice, against whom God himself became judg, testifying against them for their hypocrisie in worship,
Now how we have kept this Covenant in this our Nation generally, whither better then those hypocritical and carnal worshippers who had made a Covenant with God by sacrifice, against whom God himself became judge, testifying against them for their hypocrisy in worship,
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and of their m•ssage and ministry, whom we silenced, molested, banished? what some godly Kings of Judah did by way of Reformation, when in thankfulness for great mercies they renewed their Covenant with him,
and of their m•ssage and Ministry, whom we silenced, molested, banished? what Some godly Kings of Judah did by Way of Reformation, when in thankfulness for great Mercies they renewed their Covenant with him,
We have sought to bring Idolatry and Popish superstition into the Land again, and have given way too far to the practise of it by Papists and such as were Popishly affected.
We have sought to bring Idolatry and Popish Superstition into the Land again, and have given Way too Far to the practice of it by Papists and such as were Popishly affected.
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We sought to pull down and corrupt Gods true Worship in both Kingdoms, England and Scotland, and to rear and set up Idolatrous altars to a breaden God.
We sought to pull down and corrupt God's true Worship in both Kingdoms, England and Scotland, and to rear and Set up Idolatrous Altars to a breaden God.
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yea actually have pulled down and taken away many Lectures and afternoon Sermons, and silenced or driven away such Ministers as were most faithful, painful and constant in preaching, yea even in that regard.
yea actually have pulled down and taken away many Lectures and afternoon Sermons, and silenced or driven away such Ministers as were most faithful, painful and constant in preaching, yea even in that regard.
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And was it not time for God, by sending the sword, to avenge the quarrel of his Covenant? Not to speak of the prophaness of most mens lives contrary to their Covenant in Baptism,
And was it not time for God, by sending the sword, to avenge the quarrel of his Covenant? Not to speak of the profaneness of most men's lives contrary to their Covenant in Baptism,
and with the flesh to be led by the carnal desires of it? And (the sword being come) how have men sided, (not only Papists but others ) in forsaking the banner of Christ, and fighting for Antichrist;
and with the Flesh to be led by the carnal Desires of it? And (the sword being come) how have men sided, (not only Papists but Others) in forsaking the banner of christ, and fighting for Antichrist;
and under colour of fighting for Queen Elizabeths Religion, have fought for Queen Maries Religion, and against the true, orthodox and sound Religion and Worship? Was this that which their Baptism under the sign of the Cross bound them too? Oh! Its a dangerous thing either to forsake the Covenant of God, Ier. 22.7, 8, 9. or to oppose it, by fighting or being against it,
and under colour of fighting for Queen Elizabeths Religion, have fought for Queen Mary's Religion, and against the true, orthodox and found Religion and Worship? Was this that which their Baptism under the Signen of the Cross bound them too? Oh! Its a dangerous thing either to forsake the Covenant of God, Jeremiah 22.7, 8, 9. or to oppose it, by fighting or being against it,
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2. And if we look to particular Vows and Covenants dayly broken by all sorts, must not all justifie God, as holy and righteous in such evils as have befaln them,
2. And if we look to particular Vows and Covenants daily broken by all sorts, must not all justify God, as holy and righteous in such evils as have befallen them,
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and yet how soon broken and forgotten when these are over? What protestations, imprecations, taking heaven and earth to witness our sincere intentions,
and yet how soon broken and forgotten when these Are over? What protestations, imprecations, taking heaven and earth to witness our sincere intentions,
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and yet how little conscience made of performance? Are not men yet sensible of these things? If God make such men yet to smart, must he not be acknowledged just? What cause even the better party in the Land have to be humbled,
and yet how little conscience made of performance? are not men yet sensible of these things? If God make such men yet to smart, must he not be acknowledged just? What cause even the better party in the Land have to be humbled,
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and to our incouragement and hopes of good success in all our undertakings, especially when we have to deal with a Malignant party, (and these are such as we have most cause to fear) if we could truly reason as King Abijah against King Ieroboam, making War with him:
and to our encouragement and hope's of good success in all our undertakings, especially when we have to deal with a Malignant party, (and these Are such as we have most cause to Fear) if we could truly reason as King Abijah against King Jeroboam, making War with him:
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Neither did they prosper — there fell down slain of Israel five hundred thousand chosen men, The blessings hereof. &c. and the children of Iudah prevailed,
Neither did they prosper — there fell down slave of Israel five hundred thousand chosen men, The blessings hereof. etc. and the children of Iudah prevailed,
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or doth it not go before all other Nations in remarkable deliverances? Asa was delivered from a mighty Army of the Ethiopians, and Israel from Aegypt, for which he renews,
or does it not go before all other nations in remarkable Deliverances? Asa was Delivered from a mighty Army of the Ethiopians, and Israel from Egypt, for which he renews,
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and that because of such deliverance and mercies; as Exod. 19.1, 2. &c. 5. &c. & 20.2. I am the Lord thy God which have brought thee out of the Land of Aegypt.
and that Because of such deliverance and Mercies; as Exod 19.1, 2. etc. 5. etc. & 20.2. I am the Lord thy God which have brought thee out of the Land of Egypt.
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Now our deliverances have been from spiritual enemies also, as from spiritual Aegypt, as from the tyranny of Antichrist, that spiritual Pharaoh; and from spiritual Babylon, and from Popery, by a child, King Edward, and a woman, Queen Elizabeth; which,
Now our Deliverances have been from spiritual enemies also, as from spiritual Egypt, as from the tyranny of Antichrist, that spiritual Pharaoh; and from spiritual Babylon, and from Popery, by a child, King Edward, and a woman, Queen Elizabeth; which,
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Since we have been miraculously delivered, both from spiritual and bodily bondage, as from the Popish, Spanish Navy, in 1588. from the Popish powder plot, Anno 1605,
Since we have been miraculously Delivered, both from spiritual and bodily bondage, as from the Popish, Spanish Navy, in 1588. from the Popish powder plot, Anno 1605,
and especially from late designs of the Popish and Malignant party, and for the discovery and prevention of plots against Parliament and City, tending to the utter subversion of Religion,
and especially from late designs of the Popish and Malignant party, and for the discovery and prevention of plots against Parliament and city, tending to the utter subversion of Religion,
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and of our Liberties, which occasioned the National Covenant between England and Scotland, and their joyning in Arms for the Vindication and Defence of their Religion, Liberties and Laws, against the Popish, Prelatical and Malignant party,
and of our Liberties, which occasioned the National Covenant between England and Scotland, and their joining in Arms for the Vindication and Defence of their Religion, Liberties and Laws, against the Popish, Prelatical and Malignant party,
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Besides many (no less then an hundred) successes, deliverances or victories obtained one after another without interruption, till the power of the Adversary was wholly broken;
Beside many (no less then an hundred) Successes, Deliverances or victories obtained one After Another without interruption, till the power of the Adversary was wholly broken;
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and among our selves? Especially, if withall we consider other hoped mercies, and the benefits of keeping our Covenant firm with God, and with our neighbour-Kingdoms;
and among our selves? Especially, if withal we Consider other hoped Mercies, and the benefits of keeping our Covenant firm with God, and with our neighbour-Kingdoms;
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2. Another ground or cause of covenanting with God, and of keeping it, we find to be when a land or people hath been polluted with Idolatry and Superstition, and hath been kept in ignorance of the true God, his pure Worship, his Laws and Word, in a lawless liberty of sinning, transgressing his Sabbaths, &c. For which see 2 Chron. 15. 3.-8.-16. & Nehem. 9.34, 35. -38.
2. another ground or cause of covenanting with God, and of keeping it, we find to be when a land or people hath been polluted with Idolatry and Superstition, and hath been kept in ignorance of the true God, his pure Worship, his Laws and Word, in a lawless liberty of sinning, transgressing his Sabbaths, etc. For which see 2 Chronicles 15. 3.-8.-16. & Nehemiah 9.34, 35. -38.
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And have not we then like cause? Have we not declined, and been corrupted in doctrine, worship and manners, Gods Sabbath turned to play-day, Masks and Plays, instead of afternoon Sermons,
And have not we then like cause? Have we not declined, and been corrupted in Doctrine, worship and manners, God's Sabbath turned to playday, Masks and Plays, instead of afternoon Sermons,
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and that even at Court? And were we not almost quite grown, not only slavish, but prophane, Popish and Superstitious? And was not this one ground, at least, of our covenanting,
and that even At Court? And were we not almost quite grown, not only slavish, but profane, Popish and Superstitious? And was not this one ground, At least, of our covenanting,
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Lastly, Evils inflicted, and evils feared or threatned, have occasioned a new covenanting with God. 1. Inflicted, as we have seen, Nehem. 9.36, 37, with 38. So in King Hezekiah, 2 Chron. 29.8, 9, with 10. He exhorting the Levites, and recounting the evils which for sin befel Judah and Ierusalem; for Loe our Fathers have faln by the sword, &c,
Lastly, Evils inflicted, and evils feared or threatened, have occasioned a new covenanting with God. 1. Inflicted, as we have seen, Nehemiah 9.36, 37, with 38. So in King Hezekiah, 2 Chronicles 29.8, 9, with 10. He exhorting the Levites, and recounting the evils which for since befell Judah and Ierusalem; for Loe our Father's have fallen by the sword, etc.,
and Huldah having Prophesied the Destruction of Jerusalem, though respited in his days, he gathered together all the Elders of Jerusalem and Judah, Priests, Levites and people,
and Huldah having Prophesied the Destruction of Jerusalem, though respited in his days, he gathered together all the Elders of Jerusalem and Judah, Priests, Levites and people,
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Now, if either of these have been sufficient cause to renew Covenant with God, have not we had and have we not still the same cause or like? He must needs be either a child,
Now, if either of these have been sufficient cause to renew Covenant with God, have not we had and have we not still the same cause or like? He must needs be either a child,
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and (after a short pacification) renewed again, which occasioned that bloody civil War among our selves, that bloody Antichristian, Inhumane Butchery and Massacre of the poor Protestants in Ireland, intended to have been followed home to our doors also in Scotland and England, by which means all three Kingdoms were in great hazard to have lost, besides lives and goods, our Religion, Laws, Liberties.
and (After a short pacification) renewed again, which occasioned that bloody civil War among our selves, that bloody Antichristian, Inhumane Butchery and Massacre of the poor Protestants in Ireland, intended to have been followed home to our doors also in Scotland and England, by which means all three Kingdoms were in great hazard to have lost, beside lives and goods, our Religion, Laws, Liberties.
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and as in the presence of the Almighty, with hands lift up to him, for Reformation and defence of Religion, the honor and happiness of the King, the Peace and safety of the three Kingdoms,
and as in the presence of the Almighty, with hands lift up to him, for Reformation and defence of Religion, the honour and happiness of the King, the Peace and safety of the three Kingdoms,
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and to joyn with all their power in the defence of this cause against the common enemies, &c. After the example of divers godly Kings of Judah, &c. Yea,
and to join with all their power in the defence of this cause against the Common enemies, etc. After the Exampl of diverse godly Kings of Judah, etc. Yea,
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but only civil and politick respect, which, if I have any sence or judgment in matters of that nature, should be an horrible prophanation of the holy Name of God,
but only civil and politic respect, which, if I have any sense or judgement in matters of that nature, should be an horrible profanation of the holy Name of God,
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But is there indeed no further use of that our so solemn a Covenant? Have we not still the same common Enemies? Are not our dangers and causes of fear as great now as ever? Is not Religion,
But is there indeed no further use of that our so solemn a Covenant? Have we not still the same Common Enemies? are not our dangers and Causes of Fear as great now as ever? Is not Religion,
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and m••prisions we have one of another, which, if God be not merciful, and chief counsellors on both sides, wise for prevention, may break out into a new and greater flame.
and m••prisions we have one of Another, which, if God be not merciful, and chief counsellors on both sides, wise for prevention, may break out into a new and greater flame.
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and all in a manner done there) and that for the present, Clouds seem again to be gathering, especially in the North, from the Malignant and ill-effected party there, howsoever, the Return of the Sword, (from what coast soever) not without just cause, doubted and feared: It will concern us wisely to consider and enquire into the true causes thereof for a timely prevention;
and all in a manner done there) and that for the present, Clouds seem again to be gathering, especially in the North, from the Malignant and ill-effected party there, howsoever, the Return of the Sword, (from what coast soever) not without just cause, doubted and feared: It will concern us wisely to Consider and inquire into the true Causes thereof for a timely prevention;
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seeing prevention is ever better then medicine, and Repentance is but the fruit of Improvidence. I will enquire no further then my Text gives the occasion.
seeing prevention is ever better then medicine, and Repentance is but the fruit of Improvidence. I will inquire no further then my Text gives the occasion.
and polluted his name, Verses 15, 16, -18, 22. — transgressed his Covenant, and not performed the words of the Covenant which they had made before him.
and polluted his name, Verses 15, 16, -18, 22. — transgressed his Covenant, and not performed the words of the Covenant which they had made before him.
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We then see, and have seen, what an heynous sin, and how grievously punished is the sin of Breach of Covenant, when made before God, and according to his Will;
We then see, and have seen, what an heinous since, and how grievously punished is the since of Breach of Covenant, when made before God, and according to his Will;
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or that a fire break out to the hazard and hurt of both Nations, as once between Abimelech and the men of Shechem, (which God in mercy avert and turn from us by converting and turning us both to him;) whom can we,
or that a fire break out to the hazard and hurt of both nations, as once between Abimelech and the men of Shechem, (which God in mercy avert and turn from us by converting and turning us both to him;) whom can we,
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for our parts, blame, or what may probably be thought the cause thereof, unless it be that we have not performed the words (much less the matter) of the Covenant which we made before the Lord.
for our parts, blame, or what may probably be Thought the cause thereof, unless it be that we have not performed the words (much less the matter) of the Covenant which we made before the Lord.
and Covenant to endeavour, as the preservation of the reformed Religion in the Church of Scotland, in Doctrine, Worship, Discipline and Government against our common enemies;
and Covenant to endeavour, as the preservation of the reformed Religion in the Church of Scotland, in Doctrine, Worship, Discipline and Government against our Common enemies;
though often ordered and ordained? And have we not in like manner covenanted to endeavour, without respect of persons, the extirpation as of Popery, Prelacy, Superstition,
though often ordered and ordained? And have we not in like manner covenanted to endeavour, without respect of Persons, the extirpation as of Popery, Prelacy, Superstition,
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and the power of godliness? &c. But to consider how Heresie, Schism, and Licentiousness, both of doctrine and l•fe, grow and increase almost beyond number, being also many of them so abominable, blasphemous, dishonorable to God, pernicious to mens souls;
and the power of godliness? etc. But to Consider how Heresy, Schism, and Licentiousness, both of Doctrine and l•fe, grow and increase almost beyond number, being also many of them so abominable, blasphemous, dishonourable to God, pernicious to men's Souls;
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wondring at the patience of God, as not able almost to conceive any reason why God doth not from heaven visibly and remarkably shew his vengeance not only on the Hereticks, Schismaticks and prophane Libertines themselves,
wondering At the patience of God, as not able almost to conceive any reason why God does not from heaven visibly and remarkably show his vengeance not only on the Heretics, Schismatics and profane Libertines themselves,
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or then they will use, whereby at least a secret and implicite, if not open toleration is allowed to all sorts, to think, hold, spread and practise what every one pleaseth,
or then they will use, whereby At least a secret and implicit, if not open toleration is allowed to all sorts, to think, hold, spread and practise what every one Pleases,
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Only I wil say (referring to what others have said in this kind and charged home upon the Parliament in their Applications to them more fully) that all my wit and charity cannot extend so far,
Only I will say (referring to what Others have said in this kind and charged home upon the Parliament in their Applications to them more Fully) that all my wit and charity cannot extend so Far,
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as Christians) I wonder what peace they can expect from God, whilest either they joyn not in so needful a contract (as the times are) and side not with God and his cause and people against sin, the world, flesh and devil,
as Christians) I wonder what peace they can expect from God, whilst either they join not in so needful a contract (as the times Are) and side not with God and his cause and people against since, the world, Flesh and Devil,
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They may remember how Irelands Parliament declaring themselves against the covenanters in Scotland had the sword at their heels presently, in the breaking out of that hellish, barbarous, popish Rebellion and Missacre there;
They may Remember how Irelands Parliament declaring themselves against the Covenanters in Scotland had the sword At their heels presently, in the breaking out of that hellish, barbarous, popish Rebellion and Massacre there;
when they shall say, We have no King. Now when should they say this, and why? I take it is not so much meant of Zedekiah, when he was carryed away captive into Babylon, as of the King of Israel, namely King Hoshea, the last King of the ten trib•s:
when they shall say, We have no King. Now when should they say this, and why? I take it is not so much meant of Zedekiah, when he was carried away captive into Babylon, as of the King of Israel, namely King Hoshea, the last King of the ten trib•s:
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And why? because he kept not Covenant with him, 2 King. 17.1, 2, 3, 4, &c. after whom was no appearance of any royal Government, (as partly was in Iudah presently after the captivity,
And why? Because he kept not Covenant with him, 2 King. 17.1, 2, 3, 4, etc. After whom was no appearance of any royal Government, (as partly was in Iudah presently After the captivity,
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and in the times long after, till Christ their spiritual King came;) but if we refer it to Manasseh the last Kin• of Iudah, then the words may relate to that his Covenant in this 34 of •eremy; which he turned from,
and in the times long After, till christ their spiritual King Come;) but if we refer it to Manasses the last Kin• of Iudah, then the words may relate to that his Covenant in this 34 of •eremy; which he turned from,
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