THey Mourned — And where is that sullen Stoick? Shew me the Man that can condemn this their Pious Mourning? Who can deny a Tear at such a sad Solemnity? Where is that flinty breast that can forbear to Sorrow in such a case? No Loyal Subject to the Thron of Saul can be so base,
THey Mourned — And where is that sullen Stoic? Show me the Man that can condemn this their Pious Mourning? Who can deny a Tear At such a sad Solemnity? Where is that flinty breast that can forbear to Sorrow in such a case? No Loyal Subject to the Thron of Saul can be so base,
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as to deny a yearly Subsidy, when Princes Hearses claim it as its due? Natural Affection will break forth into Sighs and Tears at the Corruption of what we Love;
as to deny a yearly Subsidy, when Princes Hearses claim it as its due? Natural Affection will break forth into Sighs and Tears At the Corruption of what we Love;
when the Sword of Death hath cut off Him in whose Hand alone rested the Sword of Justice? Shall not We Fast and Weep at the Fatal Catastrophe of Saul and Jonathan? Are not our Souls Elemented,
when the Sword of Death hath Cut off Him in whose Hand alone rested the Sword of justice? Shall not We Fast and Weep At the Fatal Catastrophe of Saul and Johnathan? are not our Souls Elemented,
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as it were, of nothing but Sadness, when our Ears are pierced with the lamentable news of the fall of the People of the Lord, accompanied with the sad misfortune of the House of Israel. Moses 's Death may justly command a Brinish shower,
as it were, of nothing but Sadness, when our Ears Are pierced with the lamentable news of the fallen of the People of the Lord, accompanied with the sad misfortune of the House of Israel. Moses is Death may justly command a Brinish shower,
what moderation can be expected in our Elegiack Threnes and Mournful Lamentations? For where can we find words to express the Conflicts and Agonies of our Souls? Yet still the misfortunes are far greater, which give occasion to this lamentation in the House of David, for when the Amalikite had told them the pitiful and fatal overthrow of Saul and Jonathan by the Philistines Army,
what moderation can be expected in our Elegiac Threnes and Mournful Lamentations? For where can we find words to express the Conflicts and Agonies of our Souls? Yet still the misfortunes Are Far greater, which give occasion to this lamentation in the House of David, for when the Amalikite had told them the pitiful and fatal overthrow of Saul and Johnathan by the philistines Army,
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Mourning, Weeping and Fasting were the Dutiful, as well as Holy Performances of all pertaining to the Family of David, and ought not that to be this days chief work in the Houses of us all? For God hath commanded me to acquaint you, that every Master of a Family,
Mourning, Weeping and Fasting were the Dutiful, as well as Holy Performances of all pertaining to the Family of David, and ought not that to be this days chief work in the Houses of us all? For God hath commanded me to acquaint you, that every Master of a Family,
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but as the Woman at the Well to draw water, that the Kingdom of England may become like that where the Angel of the Lord deliver'd his doleful Message to the Israelites, Bochin, a place of Weepers! And oh!
but as the Woman At the Well to draw water, that the Kingdom of England may become like that where the Angel of the Lord Delivered his doleful Message to the Israelites, bochim, a place of Weepers! And o!
how happy will it be, if, as when all Israel were gathered together at Mizpeth, so when all Subjects pertaining to the Crown of England, being Assembled together in the House of God, may draw water,
how happy will it be, if, as when all Israel were gathered together At Mizpeth, so when all Subject's pertaining to the Crown of England, being Assembled together in the House of God, may draw water,
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For who are they? But David and his Family, and those who are of his Retinue, at the first accosting the Amalikites, that Condoled the hard Fate of Saul and Jonathan? For though he was disaffected to David, an adversary who hunted after his Life,
For who Are they? But David and his Family, and those who Are of his Retinue, At the First accosting the Amalekites, that Condoled the hard Fate of Saul and Johnathan? For though he was disaffected to David, an adversary who hunted After his Life,
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Nay, though God himself had rent the Kingdom from Saul, and conveyed it over unto David; yet still he Song his Elegy, that he might not go to the Grave unlamented;
Nay, though God himself had rend the Kingdom from Saul, and conveyed it over unto David; yet still he Song his Elegy, that he might not go to the Grave unlamented;
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By the Laws of Friendship, he was oblig'd to be concern'd for the Death of Jonathan; but as for Saul, who studied his destruction, and laboured his ruine;
By the Laws of Friendship, he was obliged to be concerned for the Death of Johnathan; but as for Saul, who studied his destruction, and laboured his ruin;
whence cou'd it proceed, but from an unfeigned Respect, and untainted Loyalty to his Prince? an Obedience and Love to him, whom God had instituted his Vicegerent over Israel, and it is on that account we read, they Mourned, &c. 2. I descend to the Persons Mourned for.
whence could it proceed, but from an unfeigned Respect, and untainted Loyalty to his Prince? an obedience and Love to him, whom God had instituted his Vicegerent over Israel, and it is on that account we read, they Mourned, etc. 2. I descend to the Persons Mourned for.
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And who are they? But King, Priest, and Commons; and indeed, all of us are equally concerned to Mourn and Weep for their Saul 's and Jonathan, for their Priest, the People of the Lord,
And who Are they? But King, Priest, and Commons; and indeed, all of us Are equally concerned to Mourn and Weep for their Saul is and Johnathan, for their Priest, the People of the Lord,
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publick Persons Hearses may justly challenge the Distillation of private Persons Eyes; all Rivulets and little Torrents empty themselves into the main Ocean:
public Persons Hearses may justly challenge the Distillation of private Persons Eyes; all Rivulets and little Torrents empty themselves into the main Ocean:
Can any man forbid, or fault this Holy Water? Who would not be Baptized in such a Fountain? Dethroned Princes have had this paid them by their Enslav'd Subjects. Cum nil nisi flere relictum.
Can any man forbid, or fault this Holy Water? Who would not be Baptised in such a Fountain? Dethroned Princes have had this paid them by their Enslaved Subject's. Cum nil nisi flere relictum.
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Thus when Moses the Faithful Prince and Ruler of his People fell asleep, all Israel mourned for him thirty days in the Plains of Moab. Thus Judah and Jerusalem bemoaned the death of their King Josiah; And thus David and his Family Wept and Fasted for the death of Saul and Jonathan. That Light shining in the dark Lanthorn of our Bodies, (I mean the the Light of Nature wherewith we are invested,) hath taught all Nations to Reverence their Kings whilst Living,
Thus when Moses the Faithful Prince and Ruler of his People fell asleep, all Israel mourned for him thirty days in the Plains of Moab. Thus Judah and Jerusalem bemoaned the death of their King Josiah; And thus David and his Family Wept and Fasted for the death of Saul and Johnathan. That Light shining in the dark Lantern of our Bodies, (I mean the the Light of Nature wherewith we Are invested,) hath taught all nations to reverence their Kings while Living,
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and to Condole them being Dead, Thus the Romans erected Funeral Piles and Massy Columns in Memory of their Caesars. Jus gentium est obedire Regibus, The Law of Nations hath consented, that Homage and Obedience is due to them who sit at the Helm of State;
and to Condole them being Dead, Thus the Romans erected Funeral Piles and Massy Columns in Memory of their Caesars. Jus gentium est Obedire Regibus, The Law of nations hath consented, that Homage and obedience is due to them who fit At the Helm of State;
And what is the Law of Nations, but the Law of God Engraven in the Heart? And what is the Law of Christians, but the Will of God written not only in the Heart,
And what is the Law of nations, but the Law of God Engraven in the Heart? And what is the Law of Christians, but the Will of God written not only in the Heart,
and clearly convinc'd of the Fealty due to Kings, then Subjects Professing Christianity; And therefore They should better understand the value of a King,
and clearly convinced of the Fealty due to Kings, then Subjects Professing Christianity; And Therefore They should better understand the valve of a King,
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Whatsoever the Babylonians did for Nebuchadnezar, or the Persians for their Cyrus; That did David and his Family for Saul and Jonathan. Peace and Happiness, Prosperity and Safety, are so strictly tyed to Soveraignty,
Whatsoever the Babylonians did for Nebuchadnezzar, or the Persians for their Cyrus; That did David and his Family for Saul and Johnathan. Peace and Happiness, Prosperity and Safety, Are so strictly tied to Sovereignty,
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and entail'd upon the Crown, that a Churches Glory and Nations Safety depend upon the strict maintaining the Royal Prerogative. For all our Felicity is held in Capite, and where a Princes Honour is but faintly miantain'd,
and entailed upon the Crown, that a Churches Glory and nations Safety depend upon the strict maintaining the Royal Prerogative. For all our Felicity is held in Capite, and where a Princes Honour is but faintly miantained,
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The King of Poets relates concerning those Illustrious Creatures Bees, Rege incolumi, mens omnibus una est — Amisso Rupere fidem — When their King is lost, instead of Honey they have nothing but Gall;
The King of Poets relates Concerning those Illustrious Creatures Bees, Rege incolumi, Mens omnibus una est — Lost Rupere fidem — When their King is lost, instead of Honey they have nothing but Gall;
By how much Kings excel in Virtue, by so much the more their Corruption from us increase our Floods of Grief, making our Tears to swell beyond its margent;
By how much Kings excel in Virtue, by so much the more their Corruption from us increase our Floods of Grief, making our Tears to swell beyond its margin;
Let them be Josia's or Sauls, we have still an Injunction on us to Fast and Mourn, which calls to remembrance that old Woman Hymaera, who seldom fail'd a day to Pray to God to prolong the Life of that Tyrant Dionisius, which exprest her not only more Loyal,
Let them be Josia's or Saul's, we have still an Injunction on us to Fast and Mourn, which calls to remembrance that old Woman Hymaera, who seldom failed a day to Pray to God to prolong the Life of that Tyrant Dionysius, which expressed her not only more Loyal,
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a Kings translation often proves as a Prologue to a Nations Tragedy, that the World may understand there is a genuine Sympathy between King and People,
a Kings Translation often Proves as a Prologue to a nations Tragedy, that the World may understand there is a genuine sympathy between King and People,
when he himself hath given us to understand, it is none of the highest of his Judgements to constitute a bad one to Rule over us, I gave thee a King in my anger,
when he himself hath given us to understand, it is none of the highest of his Judgments to constitute a bad one to Rule over us, I gave thee a King in my anger,
for there the Shield of the Mighty was vilely cast away, the Shield of Saul, as though he had not been Anointed with Oyl, verse 21. For so much is a Nation concerned to bewail the fall of a Prince,
for there the Shield of the Mighty was vilely cast away, the Shield of Saul, as though he had not been Anointed with Oil, verse 21. For so much is a nation concerned to bewail the fallen of a Prince,
though of a Saul, and rejected of God; for thus did David and his Family. They Mourned, and Wept, and Fasted, &c. I have now finished the Text, and I am still to begin my Sermon;
though of a Saul, and rejected of God; for thus did David and his Family. They Mourned, and Wept, and Fasted, etc. I have now finished the Text, and I am still to begin my Sermon;
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For if David thus Mourned and Fasted for Saul and Jonathan, what Groans and Sighs mayst thou expect, O blessed Martyr, whose Blood on this day we Traiterously shed? How shall we expiate this our Offence? If David lamented the Death of Saul occasion'd by the accidents of War,
For if David thus Mourned and Fasted for Saul and Johnathan, what Groans and Sighs Mayest thou expect, Oh blessed Martyr, whose Blood on this day we Traitorously shed? How shall we expiate this our Offence? If David lamented the Death of Saul occasioned by the accidents of War,
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Even Betray'd, Bought, and Sold Thee? Who pretended a Law, and erected a Scaffold to Butcher thee, making thy Royal Pallace an Akeldama, or field of Blood:
Even Betrayed, Bought, and Sold Thee? Who pretended a Law, and erected a Scaffold to Butcher thee, making thy Royal Palace an Akeldama, or field of Blood:
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But our case is more deplorable than that of Sauls, and hath the nearest relation to that of the Blessed Jesus, who inter malitiam & avaritiam, between the Malice of some,
But our case is more deplorable than that of Saul's, and hath the nearest Relation to that of the Blessed jesus, who inter Malitiam & avaritiam, between the Malice of Some,
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for the Beauty of England is slain, and he who cloathed us in Scarlet, cut off by an Ax wheted at Geneva, and sharpen'd at Amsterdam. But oh wretched Stupidity!
for the Beauty of England is slave, and he who clothed us in Scarlet, Cut off by an Ax whetted At Geneva, and sharpened At Amsterdam. But o wretched Stupidity!
to Rail, Revile, or Blaspheme him, call him Papistical Tyrant, Traytor, Murtherer, Plunder and undo all that stand up for him, lay Hands on him, Imprison and Arraign him as a Malefactor, Condemn him,
to Rail, Revile, or Blaspheme him, call him Papistical Tyrant, Traitor, Murderer, Plunder and undo all that stand up for him, lay Hands on him, Imprison and Arraign him as a Malefactor, Condemn him,
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Quis talia fando temperat à laerymis? Where is thy Eye, O flint hearted Stoick, whose Limbeck will refuse to pay a yearly Tribute at this Sacred Shrine, who was the Glory of Europe, and shame of his own degenerate People? Born it is true in Scotland, but he breathed more Gentile Gales than those of Northern Blasts:
Quis Talia Fando temperate à laerymis? Where is thy Eye, Oh flint hearted Stoic, whose Limbeck will refuse to pay a yearly Tribute At this Sacred Shrine, who was the Glory of Europe, and shame of his own degenerate People? Born it is true in Scotland, but he breathed more Gentile Gales than those of Northern Blasts:
Nay, may we not read the Characters of Divine Wrath imprinted on those Cursed Judas 's and Hellish Varlets to avenge the Blood of this Righteous Abel, for as the Offence was equal to that of Cain 's;
Nay, may we not read the Characters of Divine Wrath imprinted on those Cursed Judas is and Hellish Varlets to avenge the Blood of this Righteous Abel, for as the Offence was equal to that of Cain is;
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Should I conduct you into that large field of Divine Fancies, manifested in his Books, you would absolutely conclude the Coal which the Seraphim laid on Esays 's lips, was bestowed on his Pen,
Should I conduct you into that large field of Divine Fancies, manifested in his Books, you would absolutely conclude the Coal which the Seraphim laid on Isaiah is lips, was bestowed on his Pen,
so Faithfully as he hath copyed out Himself unto Us in his Writings, where we may read his zeal truly ballanced, with deep and profound Knowledge, Piety and Modesty, his Grief for the Ruines of the Church,
so Faithfully as he hath copied out Himself unto Us in his Writings, where we may read his zeal truly balanced, with deep and profound Knowledge, Piety and Modesty, his Grief for the Ruins of the Church,
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and the Phylistines none of his Subjects) then how much more in this case, where wicked Subjects, Subjects said I? Nay rather the dung of the Earth,
and the Philistines none of his Subject's) then how much more in this case, where wicked Subject's, Subject's said I? Nay rather the dung of the Earth,
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and his fall accompanied with that of the Nobility and Gentry, Laws and Justice, with the fall of Church and Religion, Doctrine and Discipline, Piety and Morality;
and his fallen accompanied with that of the Nobilt and Gentry, Laws and justice, with the fallen of Church and Religion, Doctrine and Discipline, Piety and Morality;
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Nevertheless we must all acknowledge our selves guilty of his Blood, because they were our sins, the sins of the whole Nation, which provoked God to thunder down Vengeance on us in the Person of our Shepherd, that so we, the sheep might be smitten.
Nevertheless we must all acknowledge our selves guilty of his Blood, Because they were our Sins, the Sins of the Whole nation, which provoked God to thunder down Vengeance on us in the Person of our Shepherd, that so we, the sheep might be smitten.
when our Prince of Peace, Charles the First, was taken from among us, then presently sprung up Briars and Brambles, more Cruel than Tigers, that rifled from Drams of Silver into the Bowels of their own flesh,
when our Prince of Peace, Charles the First, was taken from among us, then presently sprung up Briers and Brambles, more Cruel than Tigers, that rifled from Drams of Silver into the Bowels of their own Flesh,
so also with the Church? How did their little Disputes and Divisions hinder the building of Jerusalem? They contended so long about the Windows, they had almost lost the foundation for Sion, how did a pretence of inward Sanctity in some, devour their outward Decency!
so also with the Church? How did their little Disputes and Divisions hinder the building of Jerusalem? They contended so long about the Windows, they had almost lost the Foundation for Sion, how did a pretence of inward Sanctity in Some, devour their outward Decency!
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How was Charity banish'd to fetch home Truth, and a Coal from the Altar to set the Temple it self on Fire? When men pretended to be Enlightned by the Spirit,
How was Charity banished to fetch home Truth, and a Coal from the Altar to Set the Temple it self on Fire? When men pretended to be Enlightened by the Spirit,
yet lived after the Lusts of the Flesh? Were not thousands made naked to keep the Surplice off from a few mens backs? How were the Churches defaced for the little Piques men conceited at the Windows, every minuit difference made a quarrel,
yet lived After the Lustiest of the Flesh? Were not thousands made naked to keep the Surplice off from a few men's backs? How were the Churches defaced for the little Piques men conceited At the Windows, every minuit difference made a quarrel,
and did not Disputes raised about a Pin or Nail of the Temple, shake and endanger the whole Fabrick thereof? Men took up the Weapons of the Devil under a shew of the Lords Cause;
and did not Disputes raised about a Pin or Nail of the Temple, shake and endanger the Whole Fabric thereof? Men took up the Weapons of the devil under a show of the lords Cause;
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and therefore every Contempt of him is no less an affront to God himself? We read in the 2 Sam. 21.1. That when the Land of Israel was smitten three years together with Famine, the Oracle of God declared, That it was for Saul and his bloody house, because he slew the Gibeonites.
and Therefore every Contempt of him is no less an affront to God himself? We read in the 2 Sam. 21.1. That when the Land of Israel was smitten three Years together with Famine, the Oracle of God declared, That it was for Saul and his bloody house, Because he slew the Gibeonites.
And will not God visit for these things? Will our sins be less importunate for Vengeance than that of the Israelites? Shall the Gibeonites Blood cry unto God from the ground,
And will not God visit for these things? Will our Sins be less importunate for Vengeance than that of the Israelites? Shall the Gibeonites Blood cry unto God from the ground,
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Yes verily, and I am afraid, that besides these many Plagues and Mischiefs we have groaned under, there be severer Vengeance hanging over us, his hand will be stretched out still,
Yes verily, and I am afraid, that beside these many Plagues and Mischiefs we have groaned under, there be severer Vengeance hanging over us, his hand will be stretched out still,
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But examine your Consciences, and enquire of your Hearts, what Gratitude you express for this Mercy? What returns have we made for so astonishing a Blessing? We entertain'd the Change with a Joy too profuse,
But examine your Consciences, and inquire of your Hearts, what Gratitude you express for this Mercy? What returns have we made for so astonishing a Blessing? We entertained the Change with a Joy too profuse,
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than with the Mercy and kindness of the Dispensation? Have we seriously humbled our selves before God for this days Wickedness? Have we Repented of it, have we dispatched our Tears and Sighs as Embassadors from Heaven to plead in our behalf,
than with the Mercy and kindness of the Dispensation? Have we seriously humbled our selves before God for this days Wickedness? Have we Repented of it, have we dispatched our Tears and Sighs as ambassadors from Heaven to plead in our behalf,
and beaten us in pieces like a Potters Vessel? Was it not thy Blood which caus'd the Destroying Angel to fill our Air with such an horrid Infection, that in less than nine Months above an Hundred Thousand Inhabitants were cut off from one City?
and beaten us in Pieces like a Potters Vessel? Was it not thy Blood which caused the Destroying Angel to fill our Air with such an horrid Infection, that in less than nine Months above an Hundred Thousand Inhabitants were Cut off from one city?
and have we yet made an Attonement to thy Hearse? Are we not still insensible of our Wickedness? Have we watered our Couch with Tears for this our Disloyalty? Have we pay'd double Honour unto the Son for the great Dishonour done unto the Father? 'Tis true we have Sanctified a Fast, and called a Solemn Assembly;
and have we yet made an Atonement to thy Hearse? are we not still insensible of our Wickedness? Have we watered our Couch with Tears for this our Disloyalty? Have we paid double Honour unto the Son for the great Dishonour done unto the Father? It's true we have Sanctified a Fast, and called a Solemn Assembly;
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as before we exprest in our Actions? Are we not dayly Contriving and Plotting the Subversion of our Government? How do we make our selves a Prey to our Adversaries by the Divisions amongst us;
as before we expressed in our Actions? are we not daily Contriving and Plotting the Subversion of our Government? How do we make our selves a Prey to our Adversaries by the Divisions among us;
and Despise Principalities and Powers? Though, God himself hath said, Who shall say unto a King, what dost thou? And thou shalt not Speak Evil of the Ruler of thy People;
and Despise Principalities and Powers? Though, God himself hath said, Who shall say unto a King, what dost thou? And thou shalt not Speak Evil of the Ruler of thy People;
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Yes verily, and I am afraid the Calamitous Distractions which at this day Infect our Nation, proceedeth from our little respect to this days Solemnity:
Yes verily, and I am afraid the Calamitous Distractions which At this day Infect our nation, Proceedeth from our little respect to this days Solemnity:
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and if this be the Religion of Saints, tell me, O good God! what is the Impiety of Devils? Is it Comely thus to Mourn in Coloured Taffaty? Will such a wrestling with God force him to a Blessing,
and if this be the Religion of Saints, tell me, Oh good God! what is the Impiety of Devils? Is it Comely thus to Mourn in Coloured Taffeta? Will such a wrestling with God force him to a Blessing,
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or rather will it not provoke Fire and Brimstone from Heaven, utterly to undoe us? I will up, I will up, saith the Lord, and ease my self of my Adversaries, making my Sword like that of Saul, or Gideon, loaden with the Blood of the slain, and Fat of the mighty:
or rather will it not provoke Fire and Brimstone from Heaven, utterly to undo us? I will up, I will up, Says the Lord, and ease my self of my Adversaries, making my Sword like that of Saul, or gideon, loaded with the Blood of the slave, and Fat of the mighty:
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Yet still as if God only spoke big Words, and all his Threats were meer Bravadoes of Heaven, we slight and condemn both his Golden Scepter and Iron Rod. Alas!
Yet still as if God only spoke big Words, and all his Treats were mere Bravadoes of Heaven, we slight and condemn both his Golden Sceptre and Iron Rod. Alas!
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doth not Church and State lye a Bleeding? are not your Estates wasted? and your Trading decay'd? Your Splendor Eclipsed? Your Families broken and scattered;
does not Church and State lie a Bleeding? Are not your Estates wasted? and your Trading decayed? Your Splendour Eclipsed? Your Families broken and scattered;
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Is it not high time then that we fall on our knees, and beg of God that the Blood of his Son, may cleanse us from that of our Soveraign? Turn ye, turn ye,
Is it not high time then that we fallen on our knees, and beg of God that the Blood of his Son, may cleanse us from that of our Sovereign? Turn you, turn you,
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For then shall Peace be within our Walls, and Plentiousness within our Pallaces, then shall there be no complaining nor leading into Captivity in our Streets.
For then shall Peace be within our Walls, and Plentiousness within our Palaces, then shall there be no complaining nor leading into Captivity in our Streets.
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I shall conclude therefore, Humbly beseeching God to grant Him a long and Prosperous Reign over us, to Confound the subtile Conspiracies of His Enemies,
I shall conclude Therefore, Humbly beseeching God to grant Him a long and Prosperous Reign over us, to Confound the subtle Conspiracies of His Enemies,
and that as he hath exprest His Grace and Clemency to us, so may we blot out the Infamy of this Day, by plentiful returns of our Sincere Loyalty and Affection to Him;
and that as he hath expressed His Grace and Clemency to us, so may we blot out the Infamy of this Day, by plentiful returns of our Sincere Loyalty and Affection to Him;
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A SERMON PREACHED AT St. Michael à Plea April 21st. 1684. at the General Assembly of the Clergy, held there by the Arch-Deacon of Norwich, &c. Luke 19th. v. 46th. It is written, my House is the House of Prayer, but ye have made it a Den of Theeves.
A SERMON PREACHED AT Saint Michael à Plea April 21st. 1684. At the General Assembly of the Clergy, held there by the Arch-Deacon of Norwich, etc. Lycia 19th. v. 46th. It is written, my House is the House of Prayer, but you have made it a Den of Thieves.
Though we urge not therefore the great Aid and Assistance to the Crown by those weapons of the Church, Praeces & lacrimae. Yet Heaven hath so provided, that Caesar is as much obliged out of kindness to Himself, (as a Religious respect to promote the Splendour of Religion;) to take special regard that the House of Prayer be not converted into a den of Theeves.
Though we urge not Therefore the great Aid and Assistance to the Crown by those weapons of the Church, Praeces & lacrimae. Yet Heaven hath so provided, that Caesar is as much obliged out of kindness to Himself, (as a Religious respect to promote the Splendour of Religion;) to take special regard that the House of Prayer be not converted into a den of Thieves.
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or how can Aaron be a Co-adjutor and Prophet unto Moses, if he be not a Shield and Defence unto his Brother? The Interest of the Crown and Miter, Scepter and Crosier is mutually to assist each other;
or how can Aaron be a Coadjutor and Prophet unto Moses, if he be not a Shield and Defence unto his Brother? The Interest of the Crown and Miter, Sceptre and Crosier is mutually to assist each other;
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they therefore Decreed that Episcopal Assemblies should be held twice every year; which Constitutions were afterwards re-inforced by the Decrees of several Councils:
they Therefore Decreed that Episcopal Assemblies should be held twice every year; which Constitutions were afterwards reinforced by the Decrees of several Councils:
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For what was more Powerful to preserve Sanctity, maintain Purity of Doctrine, hinder Heresie and Schism, and to encourage the Dispencers of Gods Word, to contend earnestly for the Faith once delivered to the Saints?
For what was more Powerful to preserve Sanctity, maintain Purity of Doctrine, hinder Heresy and Schism, and to encourage the Dispencers of God's Word, to contend earnestly for the Faith once Delivered to the Saints?
and to Actuate those Laws, which otherwise would die Abortive They therefore who declaim against Hierarchy of Bishops, strike at the very ground and Foundation of the Church.
and to Actuate those Laws, which otherwise would die Abortive They Therefore who declaim against Hierarchy of Bishops, strike At the very ground and Foundation of the Church.
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and if there be not a Devout and Conformable People, where lyes the Fault but in the Priest? For where they are strict and careful in performing the Duties incumbent on them, the People would or must of necessity do theirs?
and if there be not a Devout and Conformable People, where lies the Fault but in the Priest? For where they Are strict and careful in performing the Duties incumbent on them, the People would or must of necessity do theirs?
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and indeed, what place more fit for Reformation to begin in? Were all Erronious, Whiggish and half-Conforming persons weeded out of all Ecclesiastical Courts and Imployments, we should soon find Religion would have a greater Influence on the Conformity and Lives of Men.
and indeed, what place more fit for Reformation to begin in? Were all Erroneous, Whiggish and half-Conforming Persons weeded out of all Ecclesiastical Courts and Employments, we should soon find Religion would have a greater Influence on the Conformity and Lives of Men.
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May we not well presume Jerusalem to be out of Course, and Order, when there were such great Disorders in the House of God? When Theeves and Robbers had taken the House of God in Possession,
May we not well presume Jerusalem to be out of Course, and Order, when there were such great Disorders in the House of God? When Thieves and Robbers had taken the House of God in Possession,
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and Sacriledge installed in the House of Prayer? Here then our Saviour begins, passing by the Sins and Divisions of the City, only weeping over it, and pittying it;
and Sacrilege installed in the House of Prayer? Here then our Saviour begins, passing by the Sins and Divisions of the city, only weeping over it, and pitying it;
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The words present to us the Institution, and Prophanation of the Church of God, My House, &c, The Institution will entertain your Meditations with three Particulars.
The words present to us the Institution, and Profanation of the Church of God, My House, etc., The Institution will entertain your Meditations with three Particulars.
or some neighbouring Grove, where being absent from the noises of the World, men might elevate their Souls in the most pleasant Contemplations of Eternity;
or Some neighbouring Grove, where being absent from the noises of the World, men might elevate their Souls in the most pleasant Contemplations of Eternity;
which is the least chargable to man 'Tis strange men should be so basely nigardly in promoting the Glory of God? Either there must be less Religion in the World, or not the same Obligation;
which is the least chargeable to man It's strange men should be so basely niggardly in promoting the Glory of God? Either there must be less Religion in the World, or not the same Obligation;
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as to do something for Gods House? For what is more plain, men have but small respect for Religion, who adorn their Houses with Marble and Ivory, Cedar and Tapestry,
as to do something for God's House? For what is more plain, men have but small respect for Religion, who adorn their Houses with Marble and Ivory, Cedar and Tapestry,
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This was the primary reason Antiquity Christened their Churches by the Name of Basilicae, not because they there Sacrificed to the King of Heaven and Earth,
This was the primary reason Antiquity Christened their Churches by the Name of Basilicae, not Because they there Sacrificed to the King of Heaven and Earth,
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and yet how far surpassed, by that vast one Constantius his Son built at Alexandria? He succeeded his Father, not only in possessing the same Religion,
and yet how Far surpassed, by that vast one Constantius his Son built At Alexandria? He succeeded his Father, not only in possessing the same Religion,
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or Almes-House, for Beauty and Ornament? Can my Devotions be Elevated and Pure, when I see the place where he dwels, more like a Bridewel, or Pest-house,
or Almes-House, for Beauty and Ornament? Can my Devotions be Elevated and Pure, when I see the place where he dwells, more like a Bridewell, or Pest-house,
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than the Pallace of my God? Can we conceive it the presence-Chamber of Heaven, where God and his whole train of Blessed Spirits are more immediately present to hear and observe us when we see it more like a Stye,
than the Palace of my God? Can we conceive it the presence-Chamber of Heaven, where God and his Whole train of Blessed Spirits Are more immediately present to hear and observe us when we see it more like a Stye,
because an ordinary Cottage out-vies it in Spruceness, and Neatness. But indeed the most Graceful Ornament of an House, is the Peace and Unity therein;
Because an ordinary Cottage outvies it in Spruceness, and Neatness. But indeed the most Graceful Ornament of an House, is the Peace and Unity therein;
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'Tis no easie Province to maintain perfect Unity in a State, but is it so laborious to preserve it in an House? The Disturbances and Commotions of a Kingdom, may prove Dangerous,
It's no easy Province to maintain perfect Unity in a State, but is it so laborious to preserve it in an House? The Disturbances and Commotions of a Kingdom, may prove Dangerous,
but I am verily perswaded, the Devil was the first Whigg, (in its proper sense,) Who not only by his saucy Affectation of a Parity with God, caused a Division and Tumult in Heaven;
but I am verily persuaded, the devil was the First Whig, (in its proper sense,) Who not only by his saucy Affectation of a Parity with God, caused a Division and Tumult in Heaven;
Was it not the Devil, who caused the Schism of Corah, Dathan and Abiram? Did not he breed the separation of the Eustasians, who occasioned the Councel at Gangra? Was it not he, who Enkindled that Schismatical Fire of the Donatists? Did not he blow it into such dismall and raging Flames, that they had almost consumed and burnt the whole Church? Yea,
Was it not the devil, who caused the Schism of Corah, Dathan and Abiram? Did not he breed the separation of the Eustasians, who occasioned the Council At Gangra? Was it not he, who Enkindled that Schismatical Fire of the Donatists? Did not he blow it into such dismal and raging Flames, that they had almost consumed and burned the Whole Church? Yea,
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And tell me, I beseech you, are not these Embers reviv'd afresh? If we reflect on those, who at this day disturb our Jerusalem, are they not of the same dye and Complexion (herein only differing) that those of this Age have scrap'd the shreds of all old and out-worn Heresies to patch them up in a Scotch Tump, or Geneva Frock;
And tell me, I beseech you, Are not these Embers revived afresh? If we reflect on those, who At this day disturb our Jerusalem, Are they not of the same die and Complexion (herein only differing) that those of this Age have scraped the shreds of all old and outworn Heresies to patch them up in a Scotch Tump, or Geneva Frock;
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but God grant, all the Tantivy-men (as they maliciously call us) and Obedient Sons of the Church, may unanimously concur to whip and scourge out all them, who foment and cherish the Divisions of Church or State;
but God grant, all the Tantivy-men (as they maliciously call us) and Obedient Sons of the Church, may unanimously concur to whip and scourge out all them, who foment and cherish the Divisions of Church or State;
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Secondly, My House, and upon this account it was stiled NONLATINALPHABET in the Councel at Laodicea, where they Condemned even the Feasts of Charity celebrated therein;
Secondly, My House, and upon this account it was styled in the Council At Laodicea, where they Condemned even the Feasts of Charity celebrated therein;
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and maintain any other place as much his, and as much Holy? Which, if true, to what end is that strict Command, Make not my Fathers House an House of Merchandise? Or how could our Saviour lay Sacriledge to the Jews charge,
and maintain any other place as much his, and as much Holy? Which, if true, to what end is that strict Command, Make not my Father's House an House of Merchandise? Or how could our Saviour lay Sacrilege to the jews charge,
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if we will not run contrary in Opinion to the whole stream and current of the Ancient Fathers, who declared it as their Judgment? Whence, O whence, comes that rude and unhandsom Behaviour in the Church (that he must have a piercing judgment indeed who can discern a difference between the Temple and the Theatre) but from that Heretical Opinion condemned in the Messalian Hereticks, that there is no more Holiness in the one than in the other? Does not the Profane Usage proceed from the Profane Opinion thereof? And he that conceived thus, what can he be stiled less than Atheist or Heretick? For let us have but an Honourable Opinion of God,
if we will not run contrary in Opinion to the Whole stream and current of the Ancient Father's, who declared it as their Judgement? Whence, Oh whence, comes that rude and unhandsome Behaviour in the Church (that he must have a piercing judgement indeed who can discern a difference between the Temple and the Theatre) but from that Heretical Opinion condemned in the Messalian Heretics, that there is no more Holiness in the one than in the other? Does not the Profane Usage proceed from the Profane Opinion thereof? And he that conceived thus, what can he be styled less than Atheist or Heretic? For let us have but an Honourable Opinion of God,
but mount up thy self, and imitate the Devotions of Primitive Christians, who Worshipped God toward the East, both Priest and People as soon as they presented themselves in his House:
but mount up thy self, and imitate the Devotions of Primitive Christians, who Worshipped God towards the East, both Priest and People as soon as they presented themselves in his House:
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All the time they were there, with what Modesty and Silence, with what Reverence and Attention did they demean themselves? That it justly merited the Phraise of the House of God,
All the time they were there, with what Modesty and Silence, with what reverence and Attention did they demean themselves? That it justly merited the Phrase of the House of God,
none presuming to Sit, as being too bold and laisy a Posture in the House of God? Nay, were there not some, who, Audipedes incedebant in Templum. In imitation of Moses they would not have their Shooes on their Feet in the Temple. May not this shame;
none presuming to Fit, as being too bold and laisy a Posture in the House of God? Nay, were there not Some, who, Audipedes incedebant in Templum. In imitation of Moses they would not have their Shoes on their Feet in the Temple. May not this shame;
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when God and his Angels more immediately behold them? And what O ye Watchmen of Israel, and Prophets of the Lord, shall we see our Master thus Dishonoured in his House,
when God and his Angels more immediately behold them? And what Oh you Watchmen of Israel, and prophets of the Lord, shall we see our Master thus Dishonoured in his House,
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but let us labour to maintain the Glory of his House? Ought there to be no difference between the Temple of the Lord and an House accustomed to Revelling? Shall a common Meeting place in the Market,
but let us labour to maintain the Glory of his House? Ought there to be no difference between the Temple of the Lord and an House accustomed to Reveling? Shall a Common Meeting place in the Market,
Which is the next Particular. Thirdly, Though there be many Religious Duties to be exercised in the House of God, yet Prayer is the principal; yea, no other is mentioned.
Which is the next Particular. Thirdly, Though there be many Religious Duties to be exercised in the House of God, yet Prayer is the principal; yea, no other is mentioned.
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nevertheless though it was then most useful, yet Prayer was preferred before it, for say the Apostles, But we will give our selves continually unto Prayer,
nevertheless though it was then most useful, yet Prayer was preferred before it, for say the Apostles, But we will give our selves continually unto Prayer,
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Thus you may hear St. Paul, How shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how shall they believe in him, of whom they have not heard? And how shall they hear without a Preacher? So that Preaching is the means to direct us to call upon him:
Thus you may hear Saint Paul, How shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how shall they believe in him, of whom they have not herd? And how shall they hear without a Preacher? So that Preaching is the means to Direct us to call upon him:
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for how can we presume the Laity to have Reverence for it, when we our selves seem to disown it, by cutting it into little shreds and parts, either to oblige a Faction, or ease our selves;
for how can we presume the Laity to have reverence for it, when we our selves seem to disown it, by cutting it into little shreds and parts, either to oblige a Faction, or ease our selves;
and other Holy Duties, and shall I deny that which is good, because it hath sometimes been mixed with Evil? The Vessels of the Temple were carried to Babylon, and Prophaned by Belshazzar, yet were they not restored,
and other Holy Duties, and shall I deny that which is good, Because it hath sometime been mixed with Evil? The Vessels of the Temple were carried to Babylon, and Profaned by Belshazzar, yet were they not restored,
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and Consecrated by Ezra to the Service of God? The Common Prayer-Book in like manner was most collected from the Roman Mass Book, but what of this? There were Liturgies extant in the Church before the Mass had Name, or Being;
and Consecrated by Ezra to the Service of God? The Common Prayer-Book in like manner was most collected from the Roman Mass Book, but what of this? There were Liturgies extant in the Church before the Mass had Name, or Being;
and Rome Christian, was much Elder than that of Papal: When therefore the Mistery of Iniquity began to play its Cards, the Old or First Common Prayer was not Abolished, only mixed with Errors and Corruptions;
and Room Christian, was much Elder than that of Papal: When Therefore the Mystery of Iniquity began to play its Cards, the Old or First Common Prayer was not Abolished, only mixed with Errors and Corruptions;
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and bring it to its Primitive Purity, retaining nothing but what is pure Scripture, or deducted there-from by the Judegment of our Holy Mother the Church. But alas!
and bring it to its Primitive Purity, retaining nothing but what is pure Scripture, or deducted therefrom by the Judegment of our Holy Mother the Church. But alas!
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when really what are they better, than an heap of Non-sense in Crampt words, only glazed with the Saint-like Varnishes of a cast up Eye, and Canting Tone.
when really what Are they better, than an heap of Nonsense in Cramped words, only glazed with the Saintlike Varnishes of a cast up Eye, and Canting Tone.
Their chief Objections against the Liturgy, are because it is a Form, and enforced by Authority, which are so ridiculous, they are not worthy Confutation:
Their chief Objections against the Liturgy, Are Because it is a From, and Enforced by authority, which Are so ridiculous, they Are not worthy Confutation:
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or such as be Refined and Polished, who Pray most Believingly, he who digesteth what he Prays for? or he who utters his first Sense and Thoughts? Who Prays with fullest assurance to have his Prayers heard and Crown'd with Success? He who weighs and ponders his Petitions? Or he who either by implicite Devotion gives assent to all that proceed from the mouth of a Gifted Brother,
or such as be Refined and Polished, who Pray most Believingly, he who digesteth what he Prays for? or he who utters his First Sense and Thoughts? Who Prays with Fullest assurance to have his Prayers herd and Crowned with Success? He who weighs and ponders his Petitions? Or he who either by implicit Devotion gives assent to all that proceed from the Mouth of a Gifted Brother,
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or else suspend his Amen, when he hears things inconsistent with his reason, or rule of Faith? So that it cannot be because it is a Form, but because commanded by Authority;
or Else suspend his Amen, when he hears things inconsistent with his reason, or Rule of Faith? So that it cannot be Because it is a From, but Because commanded by authority;
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Do not Visible things direct us to those that are Invisible? Can an Internal Worship be manifested better than by an External Deportment? All Nations, not only Jews but Gentiles, had Rites in the Adorations of their supposed Deities.
Do not Visible things Direct us to those that Are Invisible? Can an Internal Worship be manifested better than by an External Deportment? All nations, not only jews but Gentiles, had Rites in the Adorations of their supposed Deities.
Are we so great Enemies to Innocency, that a Surplice should afright us from attending the Ordinances of God? That the Priest should NONLATINALPHABET, was so general a practice in all Ages of the Church, that none did Officiate in Holy Offices,
are we so great Enemies to Innocency, that a Surplice should affright us from attending the Ordinances of God? That the Priest should, was so general a practice in all Ages of the Church, that none did Officiate in Holy Offices,
as they please, to the great injury and Perturbation of the Church, Ceremoniae tanquam Cerei, They are as Lights which give Lustre and Brightness to Gods House,
as they please, to the great injury and Perturbation of the Church, Ceremonies tanquam Cerei, They Are as Lights which give Lustre and Brightness to God's House,
and the Services performed there, and one way to make it a Den, is to extinguish this Light, that it may not give Light to them entring the House of Prayer.
and the Services performed there, and one Way to make it a Den, is to extinguish this Light, that it may not give Light to them entering the House of Prayer.
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The Blessed Jesus himself hath stiled the Preachers of the Word, not only the Lights of the World, but also, the Salt of the Earth, a City set upon a Hill;
The Blessed jesus himself hath styled the Preachers of the Word, not only the Lights of the World, but also, the Salt of the Earth, a city Set upon a Hill;
otherwise what are they more than prettily contrived Antickes under a Building, who seem to groan under the oppression of that which doth support them.
otherwise what Are they more than prettily contrived Antics under a Building, who seem to groan under the oppression of that which does support them.
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I shall conclude this, only minding you of that Solemn Oath at our Installment into this Sacred Office, That we would give Faithful diligence to Minister the Doctrine and Discipline of Christ:
I shall conclude this, only minding you of that Solemn Oath At our Installment into this Sacred Office, That we would give Faithful diligence to Minister the Doctrine and Discipline of christ:
yes, and it must be Perspicuous too, that Religion and the Doctors thereof may have a good Report amongst all men of whatever Sect or Perswasion, that they may find no occasion to Revile, or Blaspheme us;
yes, and it must be Perspicuous too, that Religion and the Doctors thereof may have a good Report among all men of whatever Sect or Persuasion, that they may find no occasion to Revile, or Blaspheme us;
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but if this will not do, let us consider, how absurd it is to undo that on the Weekday which we Preached on the Lords? Shall we be diligent in Instructing of others,
but if this will not do, let us Consider, how absurd it is to undo that on the Weekday which we Preached on the lords? Shall we be diligent in Instructing of Others,
and we our selves remain Ignorant and Foolish? Shall we speak brave flourishing words in commendation of Religion, and reclaim Rhetorically against Vice;
and we our selves remain Ignorant and Foolish? Shall we speak brave flourishing words in commendation of Religion, and reclaim Rhetorically against Vice;
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Authority is now so much slighted and trampled on, that men fancy, if they can but spare so much time from their Shops, they have Authority enough to skip into the Office of the Priest;
authority is now so much slighted and trampled on, that men fancy, if they can but spare so much time from their Shops, they have authority enough to skip into the Office of the Priest;
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and cry, who is insufficient? I leave it to your selves, is it probable that Farriers should turn Expeperienc'd Physitians; much less that they who come from sordid Mechanick Offices, can provide for mens Souls? All accomplishments of Reason, Learning and Judgement are decry'd as Carnal,
and cry, who is insufficient? I leave it to your selves, is it probable that Farriers should turn Expeperienced Physicians; much less that they who come from sordid Mechanic Offices, can provide for men's Souls? All accomplishments of Reason, Learning and Judgement Are decried as Carnal,
and Enemies to the Cross of Christ, which makes me commend to you the Story of the Apes in the Fable, Who because they had no Tailes themselves, would have perswaded those who enjoyed that Ornament to cut it off as troublesome and superfluous;
and Enemies to the Cross of christ, which makes me commend to you the Story of the Apes in the Fable, Who Because they had no Tails themselves, would have persuaded those who enjoyed that Ornament to Cut it off as troublesome and superfluous;
and the reason why he made the Heavens Brass, and would not suffer Rain to descend upon the Earth, was because they had given him no Tithes of the Fruits wherewith he had Blessed them.
and the reason why he made the Heavens Brass, and would not suffer Rain to descend upon the Earth, was Because they had given him no Tithes of the Fruits wherewith he had Blessed them.
If therefore we either omit the reading these Prayers commanded by the Church, or shrink them into a lesser compass, we deserve no better Appellation than that of Theeves.
If Therefore we either omit the reading these Prayers commanded by the Church, or shrink them into a lesser compass, we deserve no better Appellation than that of Thieves.
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For would men dare to seperate from our Solemn Assemblies, if you were not so remiss in your respective Duties? Will it not be a most piercing Wound to your Consciences at the General Audit of God, that by your omitting to execute the Laws of the Church our Holy Mother (as Medea did her Children) is rent into several Limbs, Bitts,
For would men Dare to separate from our Solemn Assemblies, if you were not so remiss in your respective Duties? Will it not be a most piercing Wound to your Consciences At the General Audit of God, that by your omitting to execute the Laws of the Church our Holy Mother (as Medea did her Children) is rend into several Limbs, Bitts,
as he did unto Joshua, Wherefore lye you on your Faces, up and be doing, take away the accursed Errors from amongst you? Let the Laws be put in a severe Execution against all Dissenters from the Church,
as he did unto joshua, Wherefore lie you on your Faces, up and be doing, take away the accursed Errors from among you? Let the Laws be put in a severe Execution against all Dissenters from the Church,
but Strong and of good Courage to Fight against them, who Fight against God, that there may be an advancement of Religion, a composure of all Christian Animosities, that Peace and Righteousness, Religion and Piety, may be Established among us for all Generations,
but Strong and of good Courage to Fight against them, who Fight against God, that there may be an advancement of Religion, a composure of all Christian Animosities, that Peace and Righteousness, Religion and Piety, may be Established among us for all Generations,
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SElf-Interest and Prudence, oblige and command us to guard and fortifie our selves, before the approaching Incursions of our mortal and malignant Enemy;
SElf-Interest and Prudence, oblige and command us to guard and fortify our selves, before the approaching Incursions of our Mortal and malignant Enemy;
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He, who would not be constrained Cowardly to fly at the first Encounter of an Invading Adversary, must be ready to Assail him before he hath Entrench'd himself;
He, who would not be constrained Cowardly to fly At the First Encounter of an Invading Adversary, must be ready to Assail him before he hath Entrenched himself;
and couragiously bid defyance to all his Temptations at the first on-set, by more lessening Circumstances he will quickly become more Victorious over us,
and courageously bid defiance to all his Temptations At the First onset, by more lessening circumstances he will quickly become more Victorious over us,
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He then, who is earnest to avoid this Slavery and be perfectly released from such a Servitude, must in the Morning of his Age, grapple with the Old Man,
He then, who is earnest to avoid this Slavery and be perfectly released from such a Servitude, must in the Morning of his Age, grapple with the Old Man,
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Oh! the difficulty and hardness, we shall find to rally our decaying Spirits, in the Winter of our Age when Snow is on our Heads, and Frost within our Veins!
Oh! the difficulty and hardness, we shall find to rally our decaying Spirits, in the Winter of our Age when Snow is on our Heads, and Frost within our veins!
For that Warriour of Hell watches for Opportunities to lullaby us a sleep on the downy Beds of Sloath and Security, thereby to gain those great advantages of a surprise;
For that Warrior of Hell watches for Opportunities to lullaby us a sleep on the downy Beds of Sloth and Security, thereby to gain those great advantages of a surprise;
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because he knows, if we don't cheerfully attend upon the Ordinances of God, and make a continued Progress in Holiness, we do certainly yield our selves Servants to Sin,
Because he knows, if we don't cheerfully attend upon the Ordinances of God, and make a continued Progress in Holiness, we do Certainly yield our selves Servants to since,
that then when I might have made use of his supporting Grace to assist me, I did willfully slight and neglect these opportunities of growing from Grace to Grace;
that then when I might have made use of his supporting Grace to assist me, I did wilfully slight and neglect these opportunities of growing from Grace to Grace;
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In this Psalm the Sweet Singer of Israel insinuates an earnest Exhortation to Laud and Magnifie the Providence of God, in his Wise conduct of the World;
In this Psalm the Sweet Singer of Israel insinuates an earnest Exhortation to Laud and Magnify the Providence of God, in his Wise conduct of the World;
and then he descends in v. 8. to exhort and admonish us not to Irritate and provoke him to Anger, by our Impenitent Course, and persisting in Wickedness;
and then he descends in v. 8. to exhort and admonish us not to Irritate and provoke him to Anger, by our Impenitent Course, and persisting in Wickedness;
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least by a contempt and hardning our Hearts, we tire and weary out the Patience of Heaven, till it punish us (as did those of Messah and Meribah ) by a Sclemn Protestation and Oath, We shall not enter into the Land of Rost, or Heavenly Canaan.
lest by a contempt and hardening our Hearts, we tire and weary out the Patience of Heaven, till it Punish us (as did those of Messah and Meribah) by a Sclemn Protestation and Oath, We shall not enter into the Land of Rost, or Heavenly Canaan.
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That we must not in the least defer our Repentance, but instantly comply with Obedience to that Voice which requires it of us, For to day if you will hear, &c. Solomon seriously considering the hard Province of a man to relinquish habituated Vices, advises all in his Book of Ecclesiastes, To remember their Creator in the days of their youth:
That we must not in the least defer our Repentance, but instantly comply with obedience to that Voice which requires it of us, For to day if you will hear, etc. Solomon seriously considering the hard Province of a man to relinquish habituated Vices, advises all in his Book of Ecclesiastes, To Remember their Creator in the days of their youth:
For Sin and Pleasure leave such a Tang and Hogoe in the mouths of Carnal men, it renders so pleasant a gust to the Infirmities of Humane Nature, that a Camel may as easily rush through the Eye of a Needle,
For since and Pleasure leave such a Tang and Hogoe in the mouths of Carnal men, it renders so pleasant a gust to the Infirmities of Humane Nature, that a Camel may as Easily rush through the Eye of a Needle,
to which sense are those excellent words of the Prophet, Can the Aethiopian change his Skin, or the Leopard his Spots, Then may you also do good, who are accustomed to do evil?
to which sense Are those excellent words of the Prophet, Can the aethiopian change his Skin, or the Leopard his Spots, Then may you also do good, who Are accustomed to do evil?
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Many Doctors pertaining to the Roman Conclave, answering to the question, At what time precisely a Sinner is obliged to Repent, affirm, At what time soever; (for say they) the Precept of Repentance is of the same nature with that of Baptism and Prayer;
Many Doctors pertaining to the Roman Conclave, answering to the question, At what time precisely a Sinner is obliged to repent, affirm, At what time soever; (for say they) the Precept of Repentance is of the same nature with that of Baptism and Prayer;
Yet if one, who hath had the grand Blessing of Heaven to be born in the Pale of his Church, who hath the Sun shine of the Gospel always beaming on him (whose Life engendring Rays are sufficient to warm and soften a stony Heart;
Yet if one, who hath had the grand Blessing of Heaven to be born in the Pale of his Church, who hath the Sun shine of the Gospel always beaming on him (whose Life engendering Rays Are sufficient to warm and soften a stony Heart;
yes, And out of such stones to raise up Children unto Abraham) if he will consume his Youth and Beauty in the Service of sin, wearing out the gloss of his Life in open Hostility against God,
yes, And out of such stones to raise up Children unto Abraham) if he will consume his Youth and Beauty in the Service of since, wearing out the gloss of his Life in open Hostility against God,
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if I walk contrary to his ways, and will not be obedient to the Dictates of his Laws? May not then the Creator of Mankind, in like manner, withdraw the Graces we have so foolishly imbezelled and misimploy'd.
if I walk contrary to his ways, and will not be obedient to the Dictates of his Laws? May not then the Creator of Mankind, in like manner, withdraw the Graces we have so foolishly embezzled and misemployed.
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For is it reasonable for me, professing Christianity to Ravel out the little moment of this Life, in Sensual Pleasures and Delights, never taking a turn in the Melancholly Shades of a Penitent Soul, to imagine God will reward my Deathbed Sorrow,
For is it reasonable for me, professing Christianity to Ravel out the little moment of this Life, in Sensual Pleasures and Delights, never taking a turn in the Melancholy Shades of a Penitent Soul, to imagine God will reward my Deathbed Sorrow,
because he who expects a consummation of future Bliss, must have his whole Life, and all his Actions free from every imputation and appearance of Evil.
Because he who expects a consummation of future Bliss, must have his Whole Life, and all his Actions free from every imputation and appearance of Evil.
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I mean not, that all the circumstances of our Life, or whole retinue of our Actions can be as uncorrupted as the Rays of the Sun, or as pure as the pure Sparklings of the Whitestone, and Heavenly Jerusalem; no,
I mean not, that all the Circumstances of our Life, or Whole retinue of our Actions can be as uncorrupted as the Rays of the Sun, or as pure as the pure Sparklings of the Whitestone, and Heavenly Jerusalem; no,
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First, The first Reason is drawn from the end and intention of God, in commissioning the Dispensors of his Word, To lift up their Voices like Trumpets, to declare to Jerusalem their Sins, and to Judah their Transgressions: For wherefore is all this,
First, The First Reason is drawn from the end and intention of God, in commissioning the dispensers of his Word, To lift up their Voices like Trumpets, to declare to Jerusalem their Sins, and to Judah their Transgressions: For Wherefore is all this,
and incite us to Repent, and does he not intend we should repent on that day he calls for it? Dare the Prophets and Ministers of Righteousness, bid us repent next year? Have they any Commission will warrant them to say, It is very well and expedient to repent to day,
and incite us to repent, and does he not intend we should Repent on that day he calls for it? Dare the prophets and Ministers of Righteousness, bid us Repent next year? Have they any Commission will warrant them to say, It is very well and expedient to Repent to day,
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wherefore are they made? Does not God require our exact Obedience? Does not he expect my Morning and Evening Sacrifices of Prayer and Thanksgiving? And can I offer this unto him,
Wherefore Are they made? Does not God require our exact obedience? Does not he expect my Morning and Evening Sacrifices of Prayer and Thanksgiving? And can I offer this unto him,
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and so on to twenty hours, and twenty minuits? The longer God hath patiently waited for our Repentance, much more infinitely disoblig'd is he, if we don't Repent:
and so on to twenty hours, and twenty minuits? The longer God hath patiently waited for our Repentance, much more infinitely disobliged is he, if we don't repent:
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How can I senselesly imagine his Anger would increase, if our sins were not multiplied? Besides, must not I repent of my resisting Gods Grace, of my refusing to Hear, of my none-Attendance and neglect of the means of Salvation? Must not I give diligence to make my Calling and Election sure? Must not I strive to enter in at the strait Gate? And why all these Exhortations and Incitements to Holiness,
How can I senselessly imagine his Anger would increase, if our Sins were not multiplied? Beside, must not I Repent of my resisting God's Grace, of my refusing to Hear, of my none-Attendance and neglect of the means of Salvation? Must not I give diligence to make my Calling and Election sure? Must not I strive to enter in At the strait Gate? And why all these Exhortations and Incitements to Holiness,
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I will therefore laugh at your Calamity, and mock when your Fear cometh, Prov. 1.25, 26, 27. Tell me now, is not every Calling of great moment and concern,
I will Therefore laugh At your Calamity, and mock when your fear comes, Curae 1.25, 26, 27. Tell me now, is not every Calling of great moment and concern,
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Despisest thou the Riches of his Goodness, and Forbearance, and long Suffering, not knowing that the Goodness of God leadeth thee to Repentance, Rom. 2.3. That is,
Despisest thou the Riches of his goodness, and Forbearance, and long Suffering, not knowing that the goodness of God leads thee to Repentance, Rom. 2.3. That is,
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and our not stretching forth our Hand to lay hold on this Tree of Life, our refusing to wash in this River Jordan, our not being Reformed or made better by it, is stiled by the Apostle, A despising his Goodness, and every non-repented day, a Treasuring up Wrath, against the day of Wrath:
and our not stretching forth our Hand to lay hold on this Tree of Life, our refusing to wash in this River Jordan, our not being Reformed or made better by it, is styled by the Apostle, A despising his goodness, and every non-repented day, a Treasuring up Wrath, against the day of Wrath:
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yea, my heart hath even bled, at a man Rightly Principled in Religion, able to Administer Sage Councel to others, Discreet enough to conduct the various Intrigues of a Family, Prudently resolved concerning the Interests of this Life;
yea, my heart hath even bled, At a man Rightly Principled in Religion, able to Administer Sage Council to Others, Discreet enough to conduct the various Intrigues of a Family, Prudently resolved Concerning the Interests of this Life;
and a Pious Life, dayly Sinning against God, entring into all Temptations, and as it were, Ornare Diabolum, Become Learned Spoils to the Enemy of our Salvation,
and a Pious Life, daily Sinning against God, entering into all Temptations, and as it were, Ornare Diabolum, Become Learned Spoils to the Enemy of our Salvation,
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Thirdly, Are not all the Leaves of the Book of Life Exhortatory Perswasions to a speedy Repentance? For where God commandeth me to Pray, there he urgeth to Repentance;
Thirdly, are not all the Leaves of the Book of Life Exhortatory Persuasions to a speedy Repentance? For where God commands me to Pray, there he urges to Repentance;
For, to Pray aright, is to cast away all Affections to Sin, the least Glances to Temptations, to be Sorry we have Sinned, with a full Resolution never to be Guilty of the like Transgression, or the same Madness;
For, to Pray aright, is to cast away all Affections to since, the least Glances to Temptations, to be Sorry we have Sinned, with a full Resolution never to be Guilty of the like Transgression, or the same Madness;
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but the cutting off a Dogs neck? If he rejoyce, what is such mirth, But a Blaze and Crackling of Thorns under the Pot? For God regards and gives ear to none but the Penitent, on which account you may observe, Christ commanding us to Pray,
but the cutting off a Dogs neck? If he rejoice, what is such mirth, But a Blaze and Crackling of Thorns under the Pot? For God regards and gives ear to none but the Penitent, on which account you may observe, christ commanding us to Pray,
So likewise Holy David in the Text, and St. Paul from the Psalmist in his Epistle to the Hebrews, To day if you will hear, &c. Not only strictly commanding us, not to put off our Repentance one day,
So likewise Holy David in the Text, and Saint Paul from the Psalmist in his Epistle to the Hebrews, To day if you will hear, etc. Not only strictly commanding us, not to put off our Repentance one day,
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So oft then as I meditate on those Melodious Words, and Charming Eloquence, of the Son of Syrach, I seem'd to hear all the bright morning Stars and Sons of Glory, calling to us below, to make no tarrying to turn unto the Lord,
So oft then as I meditate on those Melodious Words, and Charming Eloquence, of the Son of Sirach, I seemed to hear all the bright morning Stars and Sons of Glory, calling to us below, to make no tarrying to turn unto the Lord,
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for what is it more than the Life of Roses, which in the Evening make a Tomb, of that Scarlet which was its morning Ornament and Glory? What reason therefore can be more prevalent than this, to provide the best Arguments we can for our Justification before Death;
for what is it more than the Life of Roses, which in the Evening make a Tomb, of that Scarlet which was its morning Ornament and Glory? What reason Therefore can be more prevalent than this, to provide the best Arguments we can for our Justification before Death;
it is impossible to enumerate all the possibilities of dying Suddainly, or the Probabilities how soon our Lives may be ravel'd out to its utmost Thread:
it is impossible to enumerate all the possibilities of dying Suddenly, or the Probabilities how soon our Lives may be raveled out to its utmost Thread:
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For though we flatter our selves in the Plentiful-lest hopes of a Gaudy Fortune, Death may meet ev'ry one of us, with a Thou Fool, this night shall thy Soul be taken from thee.
For though we flatter our selves in the Plentiful-lest hope's of a Gaudy Fortune, Death may meet every one of us, with a Thou Fool, this night shall thy Soul be taken from thee.
can I be thought Rational, and in my Wits, if I defer it, unless upon the confidence of a long Life? And grant my Supposition, should the promising my self many days promote a Life and state of Impenitency? Is it so intolerable to live Virtuously? Is the Yoak of Christ so uneasie? Are the Commandments of God so Grievous? Will to live Righteously, Soberly and Godly in this present World, quite strip us of our pleasant days,
can I be Thought Rational, and in my Wits, if I defer it, unless upon the confidence of a long Life? And grant my Supposition, should the promising my self many days promote a Life and state of Impenitency? Is it so intolerable to live Virtuously? Is the Yoke of christ so uneasy? are the commandments of God so Grievous? Will to live Righteously, Soberly and Godly in this present World, quite strip us of our pleasant days,
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and make us wast our Hours in a Moross Austerity or Sullen Gravity? Or are the hopes of Life intended for no other purpose than to delay our Sin, and defer our Repentance;
and make us wast our Hours in a Moross Austerity or Sullen Gravity? Or Are the hope's of Life intended for no other purpose than to Delay our since, and defer our Repentance;
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who, like little Blossoms, are Cropt by the Scythe of Death in the Tenderness of their Age, will have but small reason to consent to these evil purposes from such weak and contingent Principles.
who, like little Blossoms, Are Cropped by the Scythe of Death in the Tenderness of their Age, will have but small reason to consent to these evil Purposes from such weak and contingent Principles.
NONLATINALPHABET, make no League of Confederacy with time, because there is nothing more like to to deceive Humane Nature, then such a fickle uncertainty;
, make no League of Confederacy with time, Because there is nothing more like to to deceive Humane Nature, then such a fickle uncertainty;
or you Hearing? Is it not therefore great Prudence, as well as Charity to our Souls, to be Providently Industrious, that his coming to us prevent not our return to him;
or you Hearing? Is it not Therefore great Prudence, as well as Charity to our Souls, to be Providently Industria, that his coming to us prevent not our return to him;
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because one hours, nay minuits stay, may not only by a peradventure, but in a real and true event of things, prove to be one of these Sins, called the Sins against the Holy Ghost, I mean, final Impenitency.
Because one hours, nay minuits stay, may not only by a Peradventure, but in a real and true event of things, prove to be one of these Sins, called the Sins against the Holy Ghost, I mean, final Impenitency.
but equally as Fatal, equally as irreversible, as the Decrees and Sentences of Damnation on those who are held in Chains until the Judgement of the great day.
but equally as Fatal, equally as irreversible, as the Decrees and Sentences of Damnation on those who Are held in Chains until the Judgement of the great day.
for are Dimme Eyes, Deaf Ears, Pale Visage, Decay'd Teeth, Withered Skin, Stinking Breath, Furred Pipes, Trembling Knees, Fumbling Hands, Falling Feet, a Stammering Tongue, and a Ratling Throat;
for Are Dim Eyes, Deaf Ears, Pale Visage, Decayed Teeth, Withered Skin, Stinking Breath, Furred Pipes, Trembling Knees, Fumbling Hands, Falling Feet, a Stammering Tongue, and a Rattling Throat;
fit Qualifications and suitable Embelishments for one rendring an Account to the Impartial Judge of Heaven and Earth? To day therefore if you will hear his Voice, &c.
fit Qualifications and suitable Embellishments for one rendering an Account to the Impartial Judge of Heaven and Earth? To day Therefore if you will hear his Voice, etc.
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because to persist in it, can't possibly be good, but to relinquish it, very advantagious; to dwell or tarry therein is dangerous, and a state of Evil;
Because to persist in it, can't possibly be good, but to relinquish it, very advantageous; to dwell or tarry therein is dangerous, and a state of Evil;
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then does Gods Spirit, and the Principles of our Religion mind me of my danger, and threaten my Ruine, if I perversely venture my self on such dangerous Precipices;
then does God's Spirit, and the Principles of our Religion mind me of my danger, and threaten my Ruin, if I perversely venture my self on such dangerous Precipices;
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But then is not our Natural and In-bred disposition to incite others, a potent Argument, that the same obligation binding them, commands it of every one of us in our own particular?
But then is not our Natural and Inbred disposition to incite Others, a potent Argument, that the same obligation binding them, commands it of every one of us in our own particular?
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for nothing could end his questions, and compose the rufflings of his Conscience, but to interpret the Precept of Repentance in the NONLATINALPHABET, the very present juncture, and at no time else.
for nothing could end his questions, and compose the rufflings of his Conscience, but to interpret the Precept of Repentance in the, the very present juncture, and At no time Else.
I Wept, and said, how long shall I say to morrow? How long shall I say till the next Communion? Why not now? Why should I not by an immediate Repentance put a close and period to my Crime? If not till to morrow,
I Wept, and said, how long shall I say to morrow? How long shall I say till the next Communion? Why not now? Why should I not by an immediate Repentance put a close and Period to my Crime? If not till to morrow,
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He therefore, who desires the welcom of a Faithful and diligent Servant, must be early at his Work, and begin forthwith to do the Will of his Father which is in Heaven.
He Therefore, who Desires the welcome of a Faithful and diligent Servant, must be early At his Work, and begin forthwith to do the Will of his Father which is in Heaven.
thus to defer thy Repentance? Can this delay consist with any Christian Grace? With Faith, Hope and Charity? With Prudence or Piety? With the Love of God,
thus to defer thy Repentance? Can this Delay consist with any Christian Grace? With Faith, Hope and Charity? With Prudence or Piety? With the Love of God,
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But when a Boy, who accompanied the Theeves, rob'd him of his little Instrument for Sport, he could then cry out, raising the Neighbourhood, and discovering the Theeves.
But when a Boy, who accompanied the Thieves, robbed him of his little Instrument for Sport, he could then cry out, raising the Neighbourhood, and discovering the Thieves.
How would such a man be transported with Fury, and Rage, at the loss of his Goods? Is he not too Jealous of his Fortunes to commend one hour to the Pidelity of Theeves? Would he venture his Body two Minuits in the reach of an Enraged Lyon? Yet, how unconcernedly!
How would such a man be transported with Fury, and Rage, At the loss of his Goods? Is he not too Jealous of his Fortune's to commend one hour to the Pidelity of Thieves? Would he venture his Body two Minuits in the reach of an Enraged lion? Yet, how unconcernedly!
He leaves it in pawn to that great Tyrant, Months and Years, in a danger so amazing, it would even Stagger and Distract, all the Reason of Mankind could it possibly be understood but half so great as in reality it is.
He leaves it in pawn to that great Tyrant, Months and years, in a danger so amazing, it would even Stagger and Distract, all the Reason of Mankind could it possibly be understood but half so great as in reality it is.
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'Tis reported, the Emperour Augustus wondred how a Roman Gentleman could have his Senses so strongly bound by the Silken Chains of Sleep, having contracted so great Debts,
It's reported, the Emperor Augustus wondered how a Roman Gentleman could have his Senses so strongly bound by the Silken Chains of Sleep, having contracted so great Debts,
What is it then, O dull and and finful Soul, which makes thee thus confident in thy State? What Evasion canst thou make for thy Non-repentance? What excuse for this Progress in Sin,
What is it then, Oh dull and and sinful Soul, which makes thee thus confident in thy State? What Evasion Canst thou make for thy non-repentance? What excuse for this Progress in since,
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Christ, I acknowledge, hath abundantly satisfied for the Redemption of all descending from the loyns of Adam; But must we therefore neglect the means of Salvation,
christ, I acknowledge, hath abundantly satisfied for the Redemption of all descending from the loins of Adam; But must we Therefore neglect the means of Salvation,
did He bear the Cross, that We might bear none? Or was it the design of his Death to get us a Dispensation from Holy Living? Or rather, was not this his end and purpose, by keeping us from dying, to make us alive to God? By denying himself, to invite us to take up our Cross,
did He bear the Cross, that We might bear none? Or was it the Design of his Death to get us a Dispensation from Holy Living? Or rather, was not this his end and purpose, by keeping us from dying, to make us alive to God? By denying himself, to invite us to take up our Cross,
His Crucifixion will be insignificant unto us, if we do not Crucifie our Carnal Appetites; nor will his Death ransome us from dying, if our Sins still live.
His Crucifixion will be insignificant unto us, if we do not Crucify our Carnal Appetites; nor will his Death ransom us from dying, if our Sins still live.
and therefore St. Paul (as well as the other mention'd place of St. Peter ) tells us, That Christ gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from this present World, (that is) By shewing his willingness to pass by our Faults, he would even melt and win us to acknowledge our Trespasses, to repent of them,
and Therefore Saint Paul (as well as the other mentioned place of Saint Peter) tells us, That christ gave himself for us, that he might Redeem us from this present World, (that is) By showing his willingness to pass by our Faults, he would even melt and win us to acknowledge our Trespasses, to Repent of them,
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Let us up Sirs, and be doing, and not Prorogue so weighty a business any longer, endeavouring only to Reform; when alas! frail Creatures! We must cease to be!
Let us up Sirs, and be doing, and not Prorogue so weighty a business any longer, endeavouring only to Reform; when alas! frail Creatures! We must cease to be!
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which will benum our Senses, when Death shall make its suddain Addresses to us, and summon us from our Beds of Security to appear before God at the Tribunal of Justice!
which will Benum our Senses, when Death shall make its sudden Addresses to us, and summon us from our Beds of Security to appear before God At the Tribunal of justice!
Will it not be too late to say then, Lord I Repent, when an Impartial and Severe Judge is ready to pronounce, A go ye Cursed into Everlasting Fire? Oh! Consider this all ye that forget God! Oh! Consider this, all ye who forget your Souls are Immortal!
Will it not be too late to say then, Lord I repent, when an Impartial and Severe Judge is ready to pronounce, A go you Cursed into Everlasting Fire? Oh! Consider this all you that forget God! Oh! Consider this, all the who forget your Souls Are Immortal!
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SO great and fatal was the overthrow of the Sons of men in their Original Apostasie from their God, that the whole Creation even Sigh and Groan under it.
SO great and fatal was the overthrow of the Sons of men in their Original Apostasy from their God, that the Whole Creation even Sighs and Groan under it.
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For, though it is true, God first raising the Structure of Mankind out of nothing built it most compleatly and proportionably, there were no Errata's to be found, nothing of Imperfection, but all Fair and Lovely. What an Accurate Harmony!
For, though it is true, God First raising the Structure of Mankind out of nothing built it most completely and proportionably, there were no Errata's to be found, nothing of Imperfection, but all Fair and Lovely. What an Accurate Harmony!
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May we not then stand amaz'd, may we not then admire? How so Beautiful a Creature should be soon withered? How that fragrant Breath God breathed into Adam should be so soon corrupted? Shall I censure the untowardness of his Will for this defect? Would not that be unjust,
May we not then stand amazed, may we not then admire? How so Beautiful a Creature should be soon withered? How that fragrant Breath God breathed into Adam should be so soon corrupted? Shall I censure the untowardness of his Will for this defect? Would not that be unjust,
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when it yielded so entire an observance to all the Dictates of his understanding? Or what? Shall I fault the understanding? Would not this suppose him malitiously,
when it yielded so entire an observance to all the Dictates of his understanding? Or what? Shall I fault the understanding? Would not this suppose him maliciously,
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and on purpose to sin against God contrary to the sense of his own Judgement? And shall I entertain a thought so dishonourable to the first root, from whence I derive my Being? shall I make his Offence nothing inferiour to that of the Apostate Angels thrown into Misery irrevocable? — Let us rather presume, that this understanding was defective in its office by a negligent Non-attendance;
and on purpose to sin against God contrary to the sense of his own Judgement? And shall I entertain a Thought so dishonourable to the First root, from whence I derive my Being? shall I make his Offence nothing inferior to that of the Apostate Angels thrown into Misery irrevocable? — Let us rather presume, that this understanding was defective in its office by a negligent Non-attendance;
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and how great resistance soever it make, through Principles of Virtue against irregular motions, yet if it be not supported by an especial Endowment and Providence, it must at sometimes yield and give most visible marks of Frailty;
and how great resistance soever it make, through Principles of Virtue against irregular motions, yet if it be not supported by an especial Endowment and Providence, it must At sometime yield and give most visible marks of Frailty;
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and therefore the Author of our Text speaking of the Imbecilities of men, he means as they are Naturally descended from Adam, and not as they are Enobled by the Favours of Heaven through Jesus Christ.
and Therefore the Author of our Text speaking of the Imbecilities of men, he means as they Are Naturally descended from Adam, and not as they Are Ennobled by the Favours of Heaven through jesus christ.
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or (as I rather perswade my self) out of a complacent humour towards his young Mistress in the Garden, tasted of the forbidden Fruit, that we are incapacitated to give Life and Birth so much as to one good Thought:
or (as I rather persuade my self) out of a complacent humour towards his young Mistress in the Garden, tasted of the forbidden Fruit, that we Are incapacitated to give Life and Birth so much as to one good Thought:
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Holy David was very sensible thereof, when he cryes out, I was conceived in Sin, Psal. 51.5. From the first instant of my Conception, Sin seized on me;
Holy David was very sensible thereof, when he cries out, I was conceived in since, Psalm 51.5. From the First instant of my Conception, since seized on me;
so that at the first unclasping the Windows of my Understanding, at the first peeping forth of any Rays of Light to dispel the Darkness had over-spread my Intellectuals I discover a Law Anathematizing all my former Practices, the which by many re-iterated and continued Acts are so wrought into Habit, that to break them, I must (as it were) mould my self into another Nature.
so that At the First unclasping the Windows of my Understanding, At the First peeping forth of any Rays of Light to dispel the Darkness had overspread my Intellectuals I discover a Law Anathematizing all my former Practices, the which by many reiterated and continued Acts Are so wrought into Habit, that to break them, I must (as it were) mould my self into Another Nature.
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This considered, together with the Dreggs and Relicks of Corruption Original Sin leaves behind, I wonder not our Apostle declare, What I hate, that do I.
This considered, together with the Dregs and Relics of Corruption Original since leaves behind, I wonder not our Apostle declare, What I hate, that do I.
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Thus the Poet brings in Medea speaking, I understand, saith she, that the (utting, or Tearing my little Babes into bitts and pieces, is a most horrid Crime,
Thus the Poet brings in Medea speaking, I understand, Says she, that the (utting, or Tearing my little Babes into bitts and Pieces, is a most horrid Crime,
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than that the Body in requital should rise up in Rebellion against the Soul, and punish her by the same Engines she had made use of in her prevarication.
than that the Body in requital should rise up in Rebellion against the Soul, and Punish her by the same Engines she had made use of in her prevarication.
why should not I, and you, and all that descend from that Fountain, share (by his Fall) in the Pain due to his Transgression? It may indeed fill us full of doubts and perplexities to consider man in this tottering condition, that he cannot do the good he desires,
why should not I, and you, and all that descend from that Fountain, share (by his Fallen) in the Pain due to his Transgression? It may indeed fill us full of doubts and perplexities to Consider man in this tottering condition, that he cannot do the good he Desires,
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so as the streams of Grace may run, yet there are certain Exhalations issuing from that Corruption, always ready to fall and Embody with the Current;
so as the streams of Grace may run, yet there Are certain Exhalations issuing from that Corruption, always ready to fallen and Embody with the Current;
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How plentifully are we furnished with the Examples of those, who conceited themselves like Cedars, elevated to an high pitch of Virtue (by a presumption of their own strength) engaging themselves in hazardous Tryals, have been ignominiously blasted,
How plentifully Are we furnished with the Examples of those, who conceited themselves like Cedars, elevated to an high pitch of Virtue (by a presumption of their own strength) engaging themselves in hazardous Trials, have been ignominiously blasted,
The Charms of Dalilah, the Powers of Bathesba, or the Conquering Eyes of the Daughters of Egypt, could not be resisted by that Triumvirate of Holy Worthies, Sampson, David or Solomon.
The Charms of Delilah, the Powers of Bathesba, or the Conquering Eyes of the Daughters of Egypt, could not be resisted by that Triumvirate of Holy Worthies, Sampson, David or Solomon.
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How sensible was Holy Job, that Prodigy of Humane Constancy, of the Proclivity of Humane Nature to that which is evil, insomuch he falls with bitterness upon the very day in which he was born, Wishing it might perish, and never be reckoned among days in the course of the Zodiack.
How sensible was Holy Job, that Prodigy of Humane Constancy, of the Proclivity of Humane Nature to that which is evil, insomuch he falls with bitterness upon the very day in which he was born, Wishing it might perish, and never be reckoned among days in the course of the Zodiac.
Nay, may not that Royal Prophet come in for a sad example, may not his Confession, I was conceived in Sin, serve a monument to Posterity, that they may reflect, what man is, from the first instant of his Conception,
Nay, may not that Royal Prophet come in for a sad Exampl, may not his Confessi, I was conceived in since, serve a monument to Posterity, that they may reflect, what man is, from the First instant of his Conception,
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yet he tells us, what we must trust to when left to our selves, Ʋpon the substraction of thy Spirit, O Lord, we sink and resolve into the dust, from whence we came all covered,
yet he tells us, what we must trust to when left to our selves, Ʋpon the substraction of thy Spirit, Oh Lord, we sink and resolve into the dust, from whence we Come all covered,
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An Expression, which might terrify the most daring of the Sons of men, was it not sweetned by that Confession of his, That there is a Power of Grace contradicting this Predominancy of Nature, and therefore he warns us, NONLATINALPHABET, Rom. 6.12.
an Expression, which might terrify the most daring of the Sons of men, was it not sweetened by that Confessi of his, That there is a Power of Grace contradicting this Predominancy of Nature, and Therefore he warns us,, Rom. 6.12.
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But what of all this? Cannot Sin be avoided? Must we commit it always? Cannot the Works of the Devil be destroyed? Hast thou sinned, do so no more, was the Aphorism of Ben-Sirah; And said Christ, Behold thou art made whole, sin no more, John 5.14.
But what of all this? Cannot since be avoided? Must we commit it always? Cannot the Works of the devil be destroyed? Hast thou sinned, do so no more, was the Aphorism of Ben-Sirah; And said christ, Behold thou art made Whole, sin no more, John 5.14.
Now what idle? what Impertinent Admonitions are they, if we cannot suppress those Traytors which labour to undoe us? Why do we solemnly Assemble our selves together? Why are we attentive to the Preachings of the Gospel? Why do we, who are stiled the Watchmen of Israel, spend our Breath,
Now what idle? what Impertinent Admonitions Are they, if we cannot suppress those Traitors which labour to undo us? Why do we solemnly Assemble our selves together? Why Are we attentive to the Preachings of the Gospel? Why do we, who Are styled the Watchmen of Israel, spend our Breath,
and serious Promises of Amendment, may baffle the Temptations of the Devil, and rout a whole Army of such Uncircumcised Philistines, as have set themselves in Battle Array against our Happiness? For,
and serious Promises of Amendment, may baffle the Temptations of the devil, and rout a Whole Army of such Uncircumcised philistines, as have Set themselves in Battle Array against our Happiness? For,
unless he Labours Deceitfully? It is therefore gross absurdity, for a man to Hugg and Cokes himself with the fond conceit, his Heart is good, his Intentions Honest,
unless he Labours Deceitfully? It is Therefore gross absurdity, for a man to Hug and Cokes himself with the found conceit, his Heart is good, his Intentions Honest,
And, will that extenuate, or rather is it not an Aggravation of my Crime, that the checks of my Conscience could not deter me from the Commission of it? What a poor Plea! what a sad Apology!
And, will that extenuate, or rather is it not an Aggravation of my Crime, that the Checks of my Conscience could not deter me from the Commission of it? What a poor Plea! what a sad Apology!
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for were it not for Temptations, how could we maintain our Warfare against the three Cardinal Enemies of mans Salvation, Sin, the World, and the Devil?
for were it not for Temptations, how could we maintain our Warfare against the three Cardinal Enemies of men Salvation, since, the World, and the devil?
These are our Enemies, we are the Souldiers must fight the Battles of the Lord; our meaning cannot be good, if we do not valiantly withstand all oppositions.
These Are our Enemies, we Are the Soldiers must fight the Battles of the Lord; our meaning cannot be good, if we do not valiantly withstand all oppositions.
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I pray tell me, do not we censure it difficult, and uneasie to be guilty of the madness of those who talk splendidly of Religion, yet practice nothing less.
I pray tell me, do not we censure it difficult, and uneasy to be guilty of the madness of those who talk splendidly of Religion, yet practice nothing less.
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yet there is no necessity to do this, because we are obliged, yes, and (God hath commanded me to tell you also) it is in our Power to do better if we please:
yet there is no necessity to do this, Because we Are obliged, yes, and (God hath commanded me to tell you also) it is in our Power to do better if we please:
because the Apostle hath told me, The Carnal mind is not subject to God, nor can be, Rom. 8.7. There are others, in like manner, who cannot endure the least tendency to Sin;
Because the Apostle hath told me, The Carnal mind is not Subject to God, nor can be, Rom. 8.7. There Are Others, in like manner, who cannot endure the least tendency to since;
how tedious is the Company of Hectoring Debauchees, To a Chast and Modest person? how shameful are Prostitutions and Beastialities of Lust? Consider this,
how tedious is the Company of Hectoring Debauchees, To a Chaste and Modest person? how shameful Are Prostitutions and Beastialities of Lust? Consider this,
and tell me, is it impossible for a person whose mind is built upon Righteousness to resist those snares and direct Treasons against the Soul? Thus you may hear the bosom-Disciple breathing it out, He that is born of God doth not commit sin,
and tell me, is it impossible for a person whose mind is built upon Righteousness to resist those snares and Direct Treasons against the Soul? Thus you may hear the bosom-Disciple breathing it out, He that is born of God does not commit since,
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and eminent Hero's for Parts and Understanding, yet have Power sufficient to Conquer the greatest Sins? And what? Shall I be Crowned with the Olive Branches and Palms, shall I erect Trophies for my Victory over Goliah? Can I conquer the Sons of the Gyant,
and eminent Hero's for Parts and Understanding, yet have Power sufficient to Conquer the greatest Sins? And what? Shall I be Crowned with the Olive Branches and Palms, shall I erect Trophies for my Victory over Goliath? Can I conquer the Sons of the Giant,
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and stoutest of the Sons of Anack? And shall I at last be captivated by the weak Forces of the little Children of Gath? I remember I have read of Achilles, Falling into the River Xanthus, that he was not so much terrified at the grim Countenance of Death, as the manner of it;
and Stoutest of the Sons of Anack? And shall I At last be captivated by the weak Forces of the little Children of Gaza? I Remember I have read of Achilles, Falling into the River Xanthus, that he was not so much terrified At the grim Countenance of Death, as the manner of it;
and at last be enslaved by the subtile Artifices of a less Temptation? Could the poor possessed man, who lived in the Tombs, by the Powers of the Devil, break his Iron Chains in pieces? and cannot I, assisted with the Influences from above, break the Chains of Sin,
and At last be enslaved by the subtle Artifices of a less Temptation? Could the poor possessed man, who lived in the Tombs, by the Powers of the devil, break his Iron Chains in Pieces? and cannot I, assisted with the Influences from above, break the Chains of since,
Did we not therefore look through the discoloured Mediums of our own polluted Nature? Was not the Eye of our Souls tinctured by the suffusions of Lust, we should soon find our Strengths greater,
Did we not Therefore look through the discoloured Mediums of our own polluted Nature? Was not the Eye of our Souls tinctured by the suffusions of Lust, we should soon find our Strengths greater,
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If it be thus, I dare boldly affirm it, the greatest Sins we are tempted to commit, are no Sins at all? But indeed God will be justified in his sayings,
If it be thus, I Dare boldly affirm it, the greatest Sins we Are tempted to commit, Are no Sins At all? But indeed God will be justified in his sayings,
and Libelling Authority, such as Lying and Slandering, Cheating and Cousening, Back biting and Speaking evil one of another? Shall a Pigmye subdue the Crane? or a Dwarfe prove Conquerour of a Gyant? Can I go upon the Lyon and the Adder,
and Libeling authority, such as Lying and Slandering, Cheating and Cosening, Back biting and Speaking evil one of Another? Shall a Pigmy subdue the Crane? or a Dwarf prove Conqueror of a Giant? Can I go upon the lion and the Adder,
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It being therefore impossible for us to be too Loyal and Obedient, too Religious and Dutyful, we must make it the business of our Lives, the Care of our Thoughts, our only Concern and greatest Imployment in the World, To be Holy as God is Holy;
It being Therefore impossible for us to be too Loyal and Obedient, too Religious and Dutiful, we must make it the business of our Lives, the Care of our Thoughts, our only Concern and greatest Employment in the World, To be Holy as God is Holy;
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for what is our chiefest righteousness better then Menstruous Raggs, if the Lord was extreme to mark what we have done amiss? After our very Innocency (which otherwise wou'd appear stain'd) may through the merits of Christ prove acceptable unto God;
for what is our chiefest righteousness better then Menstruous Rags, if the Lord was extreme to mark what we have done amiss? After our very Innocency (which otherwise would appear stained) may through the merits of christ prove acceptable unto God;
He that will live according to the exact Rules of Christianity, must bend his Nerves and Sinews, do his utmost towards the demolishing all the Strong-holds of Satan.
He that will live according to the exact Rules of Christianity, must bend his Nerves and Sinews, do his utmost towards the demolishing all the Strongholds of Satan.
If any man can profess, that Purity of Life, and strictness of Conversation, as to assert, that he hath endeavoured to husband and employ his Talent of Grace to the most proper and best advantage;
If any man can profess, that Purity of Life, and strictness of Conversation, as to assert, that he hath endeavoured to husband and employ his Talon of Grace to the most proper and best advantage;
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that he hath Endur'd as much as is possible to be Endur'd, that he hath Loved as much as he could Love, that he hath Watched till he can Watch no longer;
that he hath Endured as much as is possible to be Endured, that he hath Loved as much as he could Love, that he hath Watched till he can Watch no longer;
my Soul for his, that Man is blameless in the sight of God, because God hath commanded me to tell you, he does not expect Brick, where he does not afford Straw;
my Soul for his, that Man is blameless in the sighed of God, Because God hath commanded me to tell you, he does not expect Brick, where he does not afford Straw;
if I Labour and Hope for it, using the most ready and probable means, (not being deluded by the cunning Arts of a false and treacherous Heart) I shall stand upright in the Congregation of the Just;
if I Labour and Hope for it, using the most ready and probable means, (not being deluded by the cunning Arts of a false and treacherous Heart) I shall stand upright in the Congregation of the Just;
and though I cannot, with the Romanist, challenge Heaven by Merit, yet I shall find it as my Saviour hath told me, My Fathers good pleasure to give me a Kingdom.
and though I cannot, with the Romanist, challenge Heaven by Merit, yet I shall find it as my Saviour hath told me, My Father's good pleasure to give me a Kingdom.
Fourthly, Thus you have the Imbecilities of Man natural, together with a Possibility, as well as absolute Necessity of their Conquest by man Spiritual and Regenerate:
Fourthly, Thus you have the Imbecilities of Man natural, together with a Possibility, as well as absolute Necessity of their Conquest by man Spiritual and Regenerate:
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We should frequently review our Lives, and call our Actions to a severe and impartial Account and Examination, that we may know what is their Spring and Fountain, what their Tendency and Inclination,
We should frequently review our Lives, and call our Actions to a severe and impartial Account and Examination, that we may know what is their Spring and Fountain, what their Tendency and Inclination,
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and that if the Politick Enemy of ours have conveyed in a Suggestion in disguise, we may pull off the Mask and resent it in its proper Form and Figure.
and that if the Politic Enemy of ours have conveyed in a Suggestion in disguise, we may pull off the Mask and resent it in its proper From and Figure.
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I Pray tell me, are not You and I, and all the Members of the Catholick Church, desirous to end our days in Religion and Piety? To die in the Arms and Embraces of our Holy Mother the Church? To expire and breath out our last under the safe care and conduct of some Godly and Religious Minister? When we are Sick and returning our Souls to him, who lent them,
I Pray tell me, Are not You and I, and all the Members of the Catholic Church, desirous to end our days in Religion and Piety? To die in the Arms and Embraces of our Holy Mother the Church? To expire and breath out our last under the safe care and conduct of Some Godly and Religious Minister? When we Are Sick and returning our Souls to him, who lent them,
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and the faint Labours of an almost impossible Mortification? Yes, and least your Souls should miscarry, we presently dispatch a little Mercury or Messenger for the despised Parson.
and the faint Labours of an almost impossible Mortification? Yes, and lest your Souls should miscarry, we presently dispatch a little Mercury or Messenger for the despised Parson.
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or dread the Terrors of Everlasting Burnings, seriously to consider with me, whether the Doctrines we Preach, the words we deliver, the Councels we give, are they not as True;
or dread the Terrors of Everlasting Burnings, seriously to Consider with me, whither the Doctrines we Preach, the words we deliver, the Counsels we give, Are they not as True;
now whilst ye live and enjoy the Happy Priviledges of Health, as they be, when ye approach the Paths of Death? Why should they not then have the same Powerful Influence,
now while you live and enjoy the Happy Privileges of Health, as they be, when you approach the Paths of Death? Why should they not then have the same Powerful Influence,
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