Certaine sermons, vpon diuers textes of Holie Scripture Whereof some haue been seuerally before published, and other some for the greater benefit of the godly reader are here now added. By M. George Giffard, preacher of the worde of God at Mauldon Essex.

Gifford, George, d. 1620
Publisher: Printed by the Widowe Orwin for Thomas Man
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1597
Approximate Era: Elizabeth
TCP ID: A01711 ESTC ID: S120470 STC ID: 11848.5
Subject Headings: Sermons, English;
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0 A SERMON VPON THE PArable of the Sower. Matth. 13. 1 IN that day Iesus went out of the house & sate by the sea side. A SERMON UPON THE PArable of the Sour. Matthew 13. 1 IN that day Iesus went out of the house & sat by the sea side. dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. np1 crd crd p-acp d n1 np1 vvd av pp-f dt n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n1 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 7
1 2 And there was gathered vnto him a multitude, so that he entred into a ship, 2 And there was gathered unto him a multitude, so that he entered into a ship, crd cc a-acp vbds vvn p-acp pno31 dt n1, av cst pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 7
2 and sate downe, and the whole multitude stood on the shoare. 3 And he spake many things vnto them by parables, saying: and sat down, and the Whole multitude stood on the shore. 3 And he spoke many things unto them by parables, saying: cc vvd a-acp, cc dt j-jn n1 vvd p-acp dt n1. crd cc pns31 vvd d n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp n2, vvg: (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 7
3 Behold a Sower went forth to sowe. 4 And as he sowed, some seeds fell by the way side: Behold a Sour went forth to sow. 4 And as he sowed, Some seeds fell by the Way side: vvb dt j vvd av pc-acp vvi. crd cc c-acp pns31 vvd, d n2 vvd p-acp dt n1 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 7
4 and the foules came and eat them vp. and the fowls Come and eat them up. cc dt n2 vvd cc vvi pno32 a-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 7
5 5 Other fell vpon stony ground, where they had not much earth, and by & by they sprang vp, 5 Other fell upon stony ground, where they had not much earth, and by & by they sprang up, crd j-jn vvd p-acp j n1, c-crq pns32 vhd xx d n1, cc p-acp cc a-acp pns32 vvd a-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
6 because they had not depth of earth. Because they had not depth of earth. c-acp pns32 vhd xx n1 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
7 6 And when the sun rose they were parched, and because they had no root they withered. 6 And when the sun rose they were parched, and Because they had no root they withered. crd cc c-crq dt n1 vvd pns32 vbdr vvn, cc c-acp pns32 vhd dx n1 pns32 vvd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
8 7 Other fell among thornes, and the thornes grewe vp and choked it. 7 Other fell among thorns, and the thorns grew up and choked it. crd j-jn vvd p-acp n2, cc dt n2 vvd a-acp cc vvn pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
9 8 Other fell into good ground, and brought foorth fruit, one seed an hundred fold, another sixtie, another thirty. 8 Other fell into good ground, and brought forth fruit, one seed an hundred fold, Another sixtie, Another thirty. crd j-jn vvd p-acp j n1, cc vvd av n1, crd n1 dt crd n1, j-jn crd, n-jn crd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
10 9 He that hath eares to heare, let him heare. 9 He that hath ears to hear, let him hear. crd pns31 cst vhz n2 pc-acp vvi, vvb pno31 vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 7
11 ALthough the Iewes, at such time as our Sauiour Christ came into the worlde, had the word of God among them: ALthough the Iewes, At such time as our Saviour christ Come into the world, had the word of God among them: cs dt np2, p-acp d n1 p-acp po12 n1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, vhd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 7
12 and had also the Temple and Synagogues where they heard the same read & expounded: and had also the Temple and Synagogues where they herd the same read & expounded: cc vhd av dt n1 cc n2 c-crq pns32 vvd dt d vvi cc vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 7
13 yet their state was very miserable, for Christ saith, they were as sheep without a shepheard: yet their state was very miserable, for christ Says, they were as sheep without a shepherd: av po32 n1 vbds av j, c-acp np1 vvz, pns32 vbdr p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
14 because their teachers, the Scribes and Pharisies, being choaked with couetousnes, and puffed vp with vaine glory, were become stark naught, corrupt in maners, Because their Teachers, the Scribes and Pharisees, being choked with covetousness, and puffed up with vain glory, were become stark nought, corrupt in manners, c-acp po32 n2, dt n2 cc np2, vbg vvn p-acp n1, cc vvd a-acp p-acp j n1, vbdr vvn j pi, vvb p-acp n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
15 & corrupting the word with their fond gloses: & corrupting the word with their found gloss: cc vvg dt n1 p-acp po32 j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
16 their teaching also was so cold, and with so little power euen in that which they taught truly, that the people had no great list to heare them. their teaching also was so cold, and with so little power even in that which they taught truly, that the people had no great list to hear them. po32 vvg av vbds av j-jn, cc p-acp av j n1 av-j p-acp d r-crq pns32 vvd av-j, cst dt n1 vhd dx j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
17 But when Iohn Baptist the forerunner of Christ, was raised vp to publish the beginning of the Gospell, But when John Baptist the forerunner of christ, was raised up to publish the beginning of the Gospel, p-acp q-crq np1 np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, vbds vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
18 and to prepare the way for the Lord, hee like a sounding and shrill Trumpet, with the power of his word shooke their hearts, and to prepare the Way for the Lord, he like a sounding and shrill Trumpet, with the power of his word shook their hearts, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 av-j dt vvg cc j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvd po32 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
19 and rowsed their drowsinesse, so that from his time the kingdome of heauen suffered violence. and roused their drowsiness, so that from his time the Kingdom of heaven suffered violence. cc vvd po32 n1, av cst p-acp po31 n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 vvd n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
20 When Christ Iesus himselfe vttered his voice in preaching, and his diuine power in working woonders, there appeared such a woonderfull maiestie in his person, as did amaze the hearers: When christ Iesus himself uttered his voice in preaching, and his divine power in working wonders, there appeared such a wondered majesty in his person, as did amaze the hearers: c-crq np1 np1 px31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp vvg, cc po31 j-jn n1 p-acp vvg n2, a-acp vvd d dt j-vvn n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp vdd vvi dt n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
21 wherupon his fame was noysed far and neer, so that they came running out of al quarters of the land by heaps, whereupon his fame was noised Far and near, so that they Come running out of all quarters of the land by heaps, c-crq po31 n1 vbds vvn av-j cc av-j, av cst pns32 vvd vvg av pp-f d n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
22 for to see and hear him: for to see and hear him: c-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
23 they seemed to forget themselues and their state, in leauing all worldly affaires, as the husbandmen their plough, the Artificers their craftes and sciences, following him into the wildernesse with their wiues and their children laggering at their heeles, so great was their zeale. they seemed to forget themselves and their state, in leaving all worldly affairs, as the husbandmen their plough, the Artificers their crafts and sciences, following him into the Wilderness with their wives and their children laggering At their heals, so great was their zeal. pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi px32 cc po32 n1, p-acp vvg d j n2, c-acp dt n2 po32 n1, dt n2 po32 n2 cc n2, vvg pno31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n2 cc po32 n2 vvg p-acp po32 n2, av j vbds po32 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
24 So that, as before almost all did perish in the miserable state they were in: So that, as before almost all did perish in the miserable state they were in: av cst, c-acp a-acp av d vdd vvi p-acp dt j n1 pns32 vbdr a-acp: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
25 nowe it seemed that the greatest part, or at least an innumerable multitude did with such care imbrace the heauenly doctrine, now it seemed that the greatest part, or At least an innumerable multitude did with such care embrace the heavenly Doctrine, av pn31 vvd cst dt js n1, cc p-acp ds dt j n1 vdd p-acp d n1 vvi dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
26 as that they should be most happy and come to eternal life: as that they should be most happy and come to Eternal life: c-acp cst pns32 vmd vbi av-ds j cc vvn p-acp j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 9
27 but this was otherwise, for our Sauiour Christ sheweth heere, that of this great heap and rablement of people, that were so zealous, but this was otherwise, for our Saviour christ shows Here, that of this great heap and rabblement of people, that were so zealous, cc-acp d vbds av, p-acp po12 n1 np1 vvz av, cst pp-f d j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cst vbdr av j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 9
28 and trauelled so far to heare him, there were three partes which did not profite by his doctrine, and traveled so Far to hear him, there were three parts which did not profit by his Doctrine, cc vvd av av-j pc-acp vvi pno31, pc-acp vbdr crd n2 r-crq vdd xx vvi p-acp po31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 9
29 but continued still damned and forlorne creatures, only one part of foure, are true schollers. but continued still damned and forlorn creatures, only one part of foure, Are true Scholars. cc-acp vvd av j-vvn cc j-vvn n2, av-j crd n1 pp-f crd, vbr j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 9
30 And because we be rank hypocrits, prone & ready to deceiue our selues, Christ Iesus layeth open the matter so plainlie, And Because we be rank Hypocrites, prove & ready to deceive our selves, christ Iesus Layeth open the matter so plainly, cc c-acp pns12 vbb j n2, j cc j pc-acp vvi po12 n2, np1 np1 vvz av-j dt n1 av av-j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 9
31 & in so familiar a kind of teaching, that vnles we wilfully blind our selues we can not but see how the case stādeth in euery of vs, ech man in himselfe: & in so familiar a kind of teaching, that unless we wilfully blind our selves we can not but see how the case Stands in every of us, each man in himself: cc p-acp av j-jn dt n1 pp-f vvg, cst cs pns12 av-j vvi po12 n2 pns12 vmb xx cc-acp vvi c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp d pp-f pno12, d n1 p-acp px31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 9
32 for he taketh a similitude from a Sower of corn, which going & casting his seed abroad, it lighteth vpon sundry kindes of ground, some falleth by the way side, where the path is trāpled & beaten smooth & hard by mens feet, for he Takes a similitude from a Sour of corn, which going & casting his seed abroad, it lights upon sundry Kinds of ground, Some falls by the Way side, where the path is trampled & beaten smooth & hard by men's feet, c-acp pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvg cc vvg po31 n1 av, pn31 vvz p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, d vvz p-acp dt n1 n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn cc vvn j cc j p-acp ng2 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 9
33 and is made like a pauement, & there it lyeth aboue the ground altogether vncouered, the Fouls come by & by & pick it vp. and is made like a pavement, & there it lies above the ground altogether uncovered, the Fouls come by & by & pick it up. cc vbz vvn av-j dt n1, cc a-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 av vvn, dt n2 vvb p-acp cc p-acp cc vvi pn31 a-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 9
34 Some falleth into stony ground or rocky, or as S. Luke saith, vpon a rock: some falls into stony ground or rocky, or as S. Lycia Says, upon a rock: d vvz p-acp j n1 cc j, cc p-acp n1 av vvz, p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 9
35 where there is a litle thin crust of earth in the top, & some moisture in which the seed is a little couered: where there is a little thin crust of earth in the top, & Some moisture in which the seed is a little covered: c-crq pc-acp vbz dt j j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, cc d n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz dt j vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 9
36 and because the earth which doth couer it is but shallow, it springeth vp quicklie and brancheth, and Because the earth which does cover it is but shallow, it springs up quickly and branches, cc c-acp dt n1 r-crq vdz vvi pn31 vbz p-acp j, pn31 vvz a-acp av-j cc vvz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 9
37 and is fresh and greene, and being so good, seemeth to be forward corne, and such as would yeeld to the husbandmen a plentifull haruest: and is fresh and green, and being so good, seems to be forward corn, and such as would yield to the husbandmen a plentiful harvest: cc vbz j cc j-jn, cc vbg av j, vvz pc-acp vbi j n1, cc d c-acp vmd vvi p-acp dt n2 dt j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 9
38 but because the root cannot spread it selfe deepe ynough, to suck iuice out of the ground for the nourishment of the blade, but Because the root cannot spread it self deep enough, to suck juice out of the ground for the nourishment of the blade, cc-acp c-acp dt n1 vmbx vvi pn31 n1 j-jn av-d, pc-acp vvi n1 av pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 9
39 when the parching heate of the Sun lighteth vpon it, then it is dryed vp, and scorched, and dyeth, & neuer bringeth forth fruit. when the parching heat of the Sun lights upon it, then it is dried up, and scorched, and Dies, & never brings forth fruit. c-crq dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp pn31, cs pn31 vbz vvn a-acp, cc vvn, cc vvz, cc av-x vvz av n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 10
40 Some other doth fall among thornes: there is depth of earth for the feed to grow, so that it springeth vp, some other does fallen among thorns: there is depth of earth for the feed to grow, so that it springs up, d j-jn vdz vvi p-acp n2: pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, av cst pn31 vvz a-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 10
41 and not onely a blade, but also a stalke, and commeth so far as to haue the eare: and not only a blade, but also a stalk, and comes so Far as to have the ear: cc xx av-j dt n1, cc-acp av dt n1, cc vvz av av-j c-acp pc-acp vhi dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 10
42 but the thornes grow vp with it, ouershadow and choak it, in so much that the corne in the eare, cannot haue the benefite of the Sun to make it ripe: but the thorns grow up with it, overshadow and choke it, in so much that the corn in the ear, cannot have the benefit of the Sun to make it ripe: cc-acp dt n2 vvb a-acp p-acp pn31, n1 cc vvi pn31, p-acp av av-d cst dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vmbx vhi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 10
43 therefore the fruite that it seemeth to bring forth commeth to naught. Therefore the fruit that it seems to bring forth comes to nought. av dt n1 cst pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi av vvz p-acp pix. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 10
44 Some other seeds fall into good ground, and grow vp, & bring forth seasonable fruit, one kernell an hundreth, another sixty, another thirtie. This is the Parable. some other seeds fallen into good ground, and grow up, & bring forth seasonable fruit, one kernel an Hundredth, Another sixty, Another thirtie. This is the Parable. d j-jn n2 vvb p-acp j n1, cc vvb a-acp, cc vvi av j n1, crd n1 dt ord, j-jn crd, n-jn crd. d vbz dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 10
45 Now for the meaning of it, we are not to seek far, neither to goe by coniectures, Now for the meaning of it, we Are not to seek Far, neither to go by Conjectures, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi av-j, av-dx pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 10
46 for Christ himselfe doth expound and interpret euery part of it a little after in this chapter: for christ himself does expound and interpret every part of it a little After in this chapter: c-acp np1 px31 vdz vvi cc vvi d n1 pp-f pn31 dt j c-acp p-acp d n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 10
47 I neede not but to lay open his exposition. The seed is the word of God: I need not but to lay open his exposition. The seed is the word of God: pns11 vvb xx cc-acp pc-acp vvi vvi po31 n1. dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 10
48 the sower of it is the Preacher and publisher of the same: the sour of it is the Preacher and publisher of the same: dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt d: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 10
49 for as the Sower doth fil his hand and so casteth it abroad vpon the ground, not setting it seed by seed, for as the Sour does fill his hand and so Cast it abroad upon the ground, not setting it seed by seed, c-acp c-acp dt j vdz vvi po31 n1 cc av vvz pn31 av p-acp dt n1, xx vvg pn31 n1 p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 10
50 or choosing a place for euery seed, but where it lighteth: or choosing a place for every seed, but where it lights: cc vvg dt n1 p-acp d n1, cc-acp c-crq pn31 vvz: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 10
51 euen so the preacher doth cast foorth the worde among the people, and look how the ground is into which it falleth, so doth it prosper; even so the preacher does cast forth the word among the people, and look how the ground is into which it falls, so does it prosper; av av dt n1 vdz vvi av dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp r-crq pn31 vvz, av vdz pn31 vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 10
52 for your hearts are the ground vpon which it is cast: for your hearts Are the ground upon which it is cast: p-acp po22 n2 vbr dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 10
53 you that are the hearers & among whom the seed is sown, haue euery one a hart which is one of these four sorts of groūd, vpon which the seed falleth: you that Are the hearers & among whom the seed is sown, have every one a heart which is one of these four sorts of ground, upon which the seed falls: pn22 cst vbr dt n2 cc p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, vhb d pi dt n1 r-crq vbz pi pp-f d crd n2 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 10
54 and because the seede hath beene and is still daylie sowne among yee, I thinke this parcell of scripture is vey fit and agreeable, and Because the seed hath been and is still daily sown among ye, I think this parcel of scripture is vey fit and agreeable, cc c-acp dt n1 vhz vbn cc vbz av j n1 p-acp pn22, pns11 vvb d n1 pp-f n1 vbz fw-mi n1 cc j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
55 euen as a touchstone for euery one to try him selfe withall, whether hee haue rightlie embraced the Gospell, and to his saluation: even as a touchstone for every one to try him self withal, whither he have rightly embraced the Gospel, and to his salvation: av c-acp dt n1 p-acp d pi pc-acp vvi pno31 n1 av, cs pns31 vhb av-jn vvn dt n1, cc p-acp po31 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
56 for what a sottishnes were this, when we haue so iust and plaine a rule, not to measure our selues with it? But going on, on, nothing consider whether we be not one of those three euill sorts of ground, which receiue the seed, for what a sottishness were this, when we have so just and plain a Rule, not to measure our selves with it? But going on, on, nothing Consider whither we be not one of those three evil sorts of ground, which receive the seed, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbdr d, c-crq pns12 vhb av j cc av-j dt n1, xx pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp pn31? p-acp vvg a-acp, a-acp, pix vvb cs pns12 vbb xx pi pp-f d crd j-jn n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vvb dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
57 but bring forth no fruite, thinking we be wel if we professe the Gospel or heare it, after any sort. Let vs go forward: but bring forth no fruit, thinking we be well if we profess the Gospel or hear it, After any sort. Let us go forward: cc-acp vvb av dx n1, vvg pns12 vbb av cs pns12 vvb dt n1 cc vvi pn31, c-acp d n1. vvb pno12 vvi av-j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
58 those which receiue the seede by the way side, are they which heare the worde and doe not vnderstand it, those which receive the seed by the Way side, Are they which hear the word and do not understand it, d r-crq vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 n1, vbr pns32 r-crq vvb dt n1 cc vdb xx vvi pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
59 then commeth the euill one, or as S. Luke saith, the Diuell, and taketh it away from their heart. then comes the evil one, or as S. Lycia Says, the devil, and Takes it away from their heart. av vvz dt j-jn crd, cc p-acp n1 av vvz, dt n1, cc vvz pn31 av p-acp po32 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
60 In these first kind of hearers, we haue to obserue, how that their heartes being hard and smooth like a path that is trampled and beatē with mens feet, the word hath no entrance, but lieth aboue vncouered: In these First kind of hearers, we have to observe, how that their hearts being hard and smooth like a path that is trampled and beaten with men's feet, the word hath no Entrance, but lies above uncovered: p-acp d ord n1 pp-f n2, pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi, c-crq d po32 n2 vbg j cc j av-j dt n1 cst vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp ng2 n2, dt n1 vhz dx n1, cc-acp vvz p-acp vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
61 for like as when a man casteth an handfull of corne vpon a very harde and smooth path, it is all one as if it were cast vpon a pauement: for like as when a man Cast an handful of corn upon a very harden and smooth path, it is all one as if it were cast upon a pavement: p-acp av-j c-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j j cc j n1, pn31 vbz d pi c-acp cs pn31 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
62 so also through the custome and deceitfulnesse of sinning, the Diuell hath made the hearts of these vnmeete to receiue the heauenly seed of the word: so also through the custom and deceitfulness of sinning, the devil hath made the hearts of these unmeet to receive the heavenly seed of the word: av av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg, dt n1 vhz vvn dt n2 pp-f d j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
63 and looke how ye see Crowes & other Fowles followe the heeles of the Sower, to picke vp and deuoure such kernels as do lie vncouered; and look how you see Crows & other Fowls follow the heals of the Sour, to pick up and devour such kernels as do lie uncovered; cc vvb c-crq pn22 vvb n2 cc j-jn n2 vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j, pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi d n2 c-acp vdb vvi vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
64 in like maner do the diuels come like greedy foules into the assemblies, where the word of God is preached, to take it away from the harts of the people, that it may not growe there. in like manner do the Devils come like greedy fowls into the assemblies, where the word of God is preached, to take it away from the hearts of the people, that it may not grow there. p-acp j n1 vdb dt n2 vvb av-j j n2 p-acp dt n2, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn, pc-acp vvi pn31 av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst pn31 vmb xx vvi a-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
65 This peraduenture will seeme strange to some, that Sathan should haue any entrance into the Church among Gods people, especially when they bee about the best and most holy exercises of hearing the word & of praier. This Peradventure will seem strange to Some, that Sathan should have any Entrance into the Church among God's people, especially when they be about the best and most holy exercises of hearing the word & of prayer. np1 av vmb vvi j p-acp d, cst np1 vmd vhi d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1, av-j c-crq pns32 vbb p-acp dt js cc av-ds j n2 pp-f vvg dt n1 cc pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
66 How strange soeuer it may seeme, and how many soeuer haue been, or bee of that fond and doltish opinion, to think that the diuell hath nothing to do with them, How strange soever it may seem, and how many soever have been, or be of that found and doltish opinion, to think that the Devil hath nothing to do with them, q-crq j av pn31 vmb vvi, cc c-crq d av vhb vbn, cc vbi pp-f cst j cc j n1, pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 vhz pix pc-acp vdi p-acp pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
67 or commeth not neere them, when they bee about these holie things: we are to beleeue Christ who telleth vs the contrary: or comes not near them, when they be about these holy things: we Are to believe christ who Telleth us the contrary: cc vvz xx av-j pno32, c-crq pns32 vbb p-acp d j n2: pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi np1 r-crq vvz pno12 dt n-jn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
68 and we are wisely to consider, that when we are nighest that which shoulde doe our soules good, and we Are wisely to Consider, that when we Are nighest that which should do our Souls good, cc pns12 vbr av-j pc-acp vvi, cst c-crq pns12 vbr js cst r-crq vmd vdi po12 n2 j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
69 then is this enemie readiest at hand, & doth most busilie bestirre him. then is this enemy Readiest At hand, & does most busily Bestir him. av vbz d n1 js p-acp n1, cc vdz av-ds av-j vvb pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
70 If this were not vttered by our Sauiour Christ himselfe, we might woonder, & for mine own part I would not cease wondring to see many hearers which cary away almost nothing, which is to any purpose: If this were not uttered by our Saviour christ himself, we might wonder, & for mine own part I would not cease wondering to see many hearers which carry away almost nothing, which is to any purpose: cs d vbdr xx vvn p-acp po12 n1 np1 px31, pns12 vmd vvi, cc p-acp po11 d n1 pns11 vmd xx vvi vvg pc-acp vvi d n2 r-crq vvb av av pix, r-crq vbz pc-acp d n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
71 let a man tell a long storie in a worldly matter, they haue wit inough to recite it in order again, let a man tell a long story in a worldly matter, they have wit enough to recite it in order again, vvb dt n1 vvb dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1, pns32 vhb n1 av-d pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1 av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
72 & to keep it in remēbrance a long time after: & to keep it in remembrance a long time After: cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1 dt j n1 a-acp: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
73 but let ye preacher speak neuer so plain, although they sit & look him in yt face, but let you preacher speak never so plain, although they fit & look him in that face, cc-acp vvb pn22 n1 vvi av-x av j, cs pns32 vvb cc vvi pno31 p-acp pn31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
74 yet if ye enquire of thē so soon as they be out at the church doors, ye shal easily perceiue that (as the cōmon saying is) it went in at the one eare, and out at the other. yet if you inquire of them so soon as they be out At the Church doors, you shall Easily perceive that (as the Common saying is) it went in At the one ear, and out At the other. av cs pn22 vvi pp-f pno32 av av c-acp pns32 vbb av p-acp dt n1 n2, pn22 vmb av-j vvi cst (c-acp dt j n-vvg vbz) pn31 vvd p-acp p-acp dt crd n1, cc av p-acp dt n-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
75 They will say peraduenture, after this maner, it was a good sermon, I wold we could follow it, he said very wel: They will say Peradventure, After this manner, it was a good sermon, I would we could follow it, he said very well: pns32 vmb vvi av, c-acp d n1, pn31 vbds dt j n1, pns11 vmd pns12 vmd vvi pn31, pns31 vvd av av: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
76 he is a perfect ready man in the pulpit. But ask, what doctrine did he handle. he is a perfect ready man in the pulpit. But ask, what Doctrine did he handle. pns31 vbz dt j j n1 p-acp dt n1. cc-acp vvb, q-crq n1 vdd pns31 vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
77 Then are they at a pause, and set at a dead lift. They will make this answere: Then Are they At a pause, and Set At a dead lift. They will make this answer: av vbr pns32 p-acp dt n1, cc vvn p-acp dt j n1. pns32 vmb vvi d n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
78 we are not able to carrie away so much as other can; we Are not able to carry away so much as other can; pns12 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi av av av-d c-acp j-jn vmb; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
79 neuertheles we hope that we be as good toward God, as they that carie away most. nevertheless we hope that we be as good towards God, as they that carry away most. av pns12 vvb cst pns12 vbb a-acp j p-acp np1, c-acp pns32 cst vvb av av-ds. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
80 They will also confesse that the worde of God is good, and that wee should be ruled by it. They will also confess that the word of God is good, and that we should be ruled by it. pns32 vmb av vvi cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j, cc cst pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
81 Let vs therefore dearly beloued (if we desire not to be of the number of these) marke well the subtill sleights and pollicie of the diuell, Let us Therefore dearly Beloved (if we desire not to be of the number of these) mark well the subtle sleights and policy of the Devil, vvb pno12 av av-jn vvn (cs pns12 vvb xx pc-acp vbi pp-f dt n1 pp-f d) vvb av dt j n2 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
82 how he handleth and conueyeth the matter with this kind of people. how he handleth and conveyeth the matter with this kind of people. c-crq pns31 vvz cc vvz dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
83 There is no doubt of this, but that if he can he will drawe away the minde from comming to the Sermon, one pelting let or other must come in the way: There is no doubt of this, but that if he can he will draw away the mind from coming to the Sermon, one pelting let or other must come in the Way: pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f d, cc-acp cst cs pns31 vmb pns31 vmb vvi av dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, pi vvg vvb cc j-jn vmb vvi p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
84 if there be no worldly businesse to be done, then a paire of cards, or tables, if there be no worldly business to be done, then a pair of cards, or tables, cs pc-acp vbb dx j n1 pc-acp vbi vdn, cs dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
85 or some honest recreation, it should be nowe no good ciuility to part companie when friends are met togither, this is the surest way if it may be obtained: or Some honest recreation, it should be now no good civility to part company when Friends Are met together, this is the Surest Way if it may be obtained: cc d j n1, pn31 vmd vbi av dx j n1 pc-acp vvi n1 c-crq n2 vbr vvn av, d vbz dt js n1 cs pn31 vmb vbi vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
86 but what if he faile heerin? They come to the place where the seed shal be sowne, sit down, and mind to heare: but what if he fail herein? They come to the place where the seed shall be sown, fit down, and mind to hear: cc-acp q-crq cs pns31 vvb av? pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, vvb a-acp, cc n1 pc-acp vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
87 then the next way is to come with them, and to attend at their elbowe, seeking how to depriue them of the word. then the next Way is to come with them, and to attend At their elbow, seeking how to deprive them of the word. av dt ord n1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1, vvg c-crq pc-acp vvi pno32 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
88 Now his best way is to bring them asleepe because they were then as good bee absent: Now his best Way is to bring them asleep Because they were then as good be absent: av po31 js n1 vbz pc-acp vvi pno32 j c-acp pns32 vbdr av p-acp j vbi j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
89 or into a slumber, that they may heare only a sound and a confused humming, without any perseuerance of the things vttered: or into a slumber, that they may hear only a found and a confused humming, without any perseverance of the things uttered: cc p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi av-j dt n1 cc dt j-vvn n-vvg, p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n2 vvd: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
90 or els when they heare any perfect sentence, or a few sentences, they know not why they bee vttered, or Else when they hear any perfect sentence, or a few sentences, they know not why they be uttered, cc av c-crq pns32 vvb d j n1, cc dt d n2, pns32 vvb xx c-crq pns32 vbb vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
91 because they heard not that which went before. Because they herd not that which went before. c-acp pns32 vvd xx d r-crq vvd a-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
92 Such as are not so drowsie headed, being wakefull, he seeketh stil to conuey some thoughts into their minds, whereabouts they may be occupied, and their vnderstanding drawne away: Such as Are not so drowsy headed, being wakeful, he seeks still to convey Some thoughts into their minds, whereabouts they may be occupied, and their understanding drawn away: d c-acp vbr xx av j j-vvn, vbg j, pns31 vvz av pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp po32 n2, c-crq pns32 vmb vbi vvn, cc po32 n1 vvn av: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 14
93 the mind of a man being light and inconstant, if hee can put in but one motion, it oftentimes draweth with it so many linkes as make vp a whole chaine, in the meane time the Preacher goeth on, the mind of a man being Light and inconstant, if he can put in but one motion, it oftentimes draws with it so many links as make up a Whole chain, in the mean time the Preacher Goes on, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbg j cc j, cs pns31 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp crd n1, pn31 av vvz p-acp pn31 av d n2 c-acp vvb a-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp dt j n1 dt n1 vvz a-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 14
94 and he vnderstandeth not what was said, and so when his mind returneth he can haue no sound knowledge of the things vttered, but a confused opinion: and he understandeth not what was said, and so when his mind returns he can have no found knowledge of the things uttered, but a confused opinion: cc pns31 vvz xx r-crq vbds vvn, cc av c-crq po31 n1 vvz pns31 vmb vhi dx j n1 pp-f dt n2 vvn, cc-acp dt j-vvn n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 14
95 into these by thoughtes men are oftentimes brought, euen by occasion of some word or sentence which they heard vttered, into these by thoughts men Are oftentimes brought, even by occasion of Some word or sentence which they herd uttered, p-acp d p-acp n2 n2 vbr av vvn, av p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 r-crq pns32 vvd vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 14
96 and are carried so far, that they cannot of long time recouer their mind to bring it again to the matter. and Are carried so Far, that they cannot of long time recover their mind to bring it again to the matter. cc vbr vvn av av-j, cst pns32 vmbx pp-f j n1 vvi po32 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 14
97 Seeing this great dāger, we ought when we come to hear Gods word taught, to make account that wee goe about a verie hard worke, that we go to encounter with Sathan hand to hand, who seeketh then most busilie to steale away our heart, that he may make that word fruitlesse in vs, Seeing this great danger, we ought when we come to hear God's word taught, to make account that we go about a very hard work, that we go to encounter with Sathan hand to hand, who seeks then most busily to steal away our heart, that he may make that word fruitless in us, vvg d j n1, pns12 vmd c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi npg1 n1 vvn, pc-acp vvi n1 cst pns12 vvb p-acp dt j j n1, cst pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vvz av av-ds av-j pc-acp vvi av po12 n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi d n1 j p-acp pno12, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 14
98 and cause vs to sinne grieuously against God. and cause us to sin grievously against God. cc vvb pno12 p-acp n1 av-j p-acp np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 14
99 There is no one man which maketh conscience of hearing the word rightly, which setting these thinges togither, the reuerence we owe vnto it, the stedinesse of our minde, which should be vpon it, There is no one man which makes conscience of hearing the word rightly, which setting these things together, the Reverence we owe unto it, the stedinesse of our mind, which should be upon it, pc-acp vbz dx pi n1 r-crq vvz n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 av-jn, r-crq vvg d n2 av, dt n1 pns12 vvb p-acp pn31, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq vmd vbi p-acp pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 14
100 and the care to keepe it, but will easilie grant that it is as hard and painfull a trauell to doe this, and the care to keep it, but will Easily grant that it is as hard and painful a travel to do this, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, cc-acp vmb av-j vvi cst pn31 vbz a-acp j cc j dt n1 pc-acp vdi d, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 14
101 as for the man that worketh in the sorest bodilie labor. as for the man that works in the Sorest bodily labour. c-acp p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt js j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 14
102 Heer is therfore a lesson for euery man to apply to himself when he is going to heare the word, to think I am now going about a gret work I shall be too weak if the Lord God do not mightilie assist me: Heer is Therefore a Lesson for every man to apply to himself when he is going to hear the word, to think I am now going about a great work I shall be too weak if the Lord God do not mightily assist me: np1 vbz av dt n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp px31 c-crq pns31 vbz vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi pns11 vbm av vvg p-acp dt j n1 pns11 vmb vbi av j cs dt n1 np1 vdb xx av-j vvi pno11: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 14
103 for I am not to sit downe there at ease, but to wrastle and struggle with the Diuell, for I am not to fit down there At ease, but to wrestle and struggle with the devil, c-acp pns11 vbm xx pc-acp vvi a-acp a-acp p-acp n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
104 and with all the corruptions of mine owne flesh, and hardnesse of my heart: and with all the corruptions of mine own Flesh, and hardness of my heart: cc p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po11 d n1, cc n1 pp-f po11 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
105 that my mind may bee kept stedfast vpon the worde, that I may receiue it with al reuerence & feare, that my mind may be kept steadfast upon the word, that I may receive it with all Reverence & Fear, cst po11 n1 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp dt n1, cst pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp d n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
106 as the word of the great & glorious God: as the word of the great & glorious God: c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j np1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
107 not to iudge of it at mine own pleasure, but to craue wisedome from the Lord: not to judge of it At mine own pleasure, but to crave Wisdom from the Lord: xx pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31 p-acp po11 d n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
108 not to heare it and to let it goe, but to keep it as a most precious iewell locked vp in my heart, that I may guide my selfe thereby. not to hear it and to let it go, but to keep it as a most precious jewel locked up in my heart, that I may guide my self thereby. xx pc-acp vvi pn31 cc pc-acp vvi pn31 vvi, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt av-ds j n1 vvn a-acp p-acp po11 n1, cst pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
109 And wee shall be a great deale the rather mooued to this diligence, if we consider what a companion wee carie about with vs, And we shall be a great deal the rather moved to this diligence, if we Consider what a Companion we carry about with us, cc pns12 vmb vbi dt j n1 dt av-c vvd p-acp d n1, cs pns12 vvb r-crq dt n1 pns12 vvb a-acp p-acp pno12, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
110 and what a guest wee lodge withall, when we be such as heare the word, and doe not keep it. and what a guest we lodge withal, when we be such as hear the word, and do not keep it. cc q-crq dt n1 pns12 vvb av, c-crq pns12 vbb d c-acp vvi dt n1, cc vdb xx vvi pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
111 For Christ telleth vs that it is the Diuell which doth this: which as a greedy Fowle deuoureth the seed which was sowne in our heart: For christ Telleth us that it is the devil which does this: which as a greedy Foul devoureth the seed which was sown in our heart: p-acp np1 vvz pno12 cst pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq vdz d: r-crq c-acp dt j n1 vvz dt n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp po12 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
112 if any make none account to haue him possessing their mind, & hardening their hearts against the word: if any make none account to have him possessing their mind, & hardening their hearts against the word: cs d vvb pix vvi pc-acp vhi pno31 vvg po32 n1, cc vvg po32 n2 p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
113 then let them continue in their sloth to heare with drowsie minds, to heare and not to vnderstand: then let them continue in their sloth to hear with drowsy minds, to hear and not to understand: av vvb pno32 vvi p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi cc xx pc-acp vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
114 to regard the holy word, but as the word of a man: to make little account to keep it. to regard the holy word, but as the word of a man: to make little account to keep it. pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: pc-acp vvi j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
115 But if he thinke it a most miserable thing, to haue so filthy a beast, & so soule a spirit to lodge in his breast: But if he think it a most miserable thing, to have so filthy a beast, & so soul a Spirit to lodge in his breast: p-acp cs pns31 vvb pn31 dt av-ds j n1, pc-acp vhi av j dt n1, cc av n1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
116 if he thinke it to be a most vile slauery, to be vanquished and ouercome of so horrible an enemie, to bee led captiue and kept thrall vnder such a tyrant: if he think it to be a most vile slavery, to be vanquished and overcome of so horrible an enemy, to be led captive and kept thrall under such a tyrant: cs pns31 vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi dt av-ds j n1, pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn pp-f av j dt n1, pc-acp vbi vvn j-jn cc vvd n1 p-acp d dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
117 then let him thinke also how miserable a thing it is to bee such a kind of ground as doth receiue the seede by the way side. then let him think also how miserable a thing it is to be such a kind of ground as does receive the seed by the Way side. av vvb pno31 vvi av c-crq j dt n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi d dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp vdz vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
118 For vndoubtedly, how soeuer men seeme to defie the deuill, and curse him, as though he should not come nigh them, For undoubtedly, how soever men seem to defy the Devil, and curse him, as though he should not come High them, p-acp av-j, c-crq av n2 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvi pno31, c-acp cs pns31 vmd xx vvi av-j pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 16
119 yet seeing it is no mortall man, but the Lord Iesus Christ himselfe, who telleth vs heer that the diuell is not only nigh but in these kind of hearers, yet seeing it is no Mortal man, but the Lord Iesus christ himself, who Telleth us her that the Devil is not only High but in these kind of hearers, av vvg pn31 vbz dx j-jn n1, cc-acp dt n1 np1 np1 px31, r-crq vvz pno12 av cst dt n1 vbz xx av-j av-j p-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 16
120 euen hardening their heartes, and blinding their eies, wee ought most constantlie to beleeue it. even hardening their hearts, and blinding their eyes, we ought most constantly to believe it. av-j vvg po32 n2, cc vvg po32 n2, pns12 vmd av-ds av-j pc-acp vvi pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 16
121 Hee that shall deeply weigh the estate of our Church at this day, will soone be brought to confesse, that there be many of this first sort of hearers, they shall perceiue it right wil by this, that they are not able in any wise to iudge or put difference betweene sound & syncere preaching and vaine pratling: He that shall deeply weigh the estate of our Church At this day, will soon be brought to confess, that there be many of this First sort of hearers, they shall perceive it right will by this, that they Are not able in any wise to judge or put difference between found & sincere preaching and vain prattling: pns31 cst vmb av-jn vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp d n1, vmb av vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, cst pc-acp vbi d pp-f d ord n1 pp-f n2, pns32 vmb vvi pn31 av-jn vmb p-acp d, cst pns32 vbr xx j p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 p-acp n1 cc j vvg cc j j-vvg: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 16
122 they know not whē the preacher doth minister vnto them wholsome food, and when there is nothing but chaffe and wind: they know not when the preacher does minister unto them wholesome food, and when there is nothing but chaff and wind: pns32 vvb xx c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi p-acp pno32 j n1, cc c-crq pc-acp vbz pix p-acp n1 cc n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 16
123 ye shal heare them highly commende some Sermon, as a matter worthy to be written in letters of gold, you shall hear them highly commend Some Sermon, as a matter worthy to be written in letters of gold, pn22 vmb vvi pno32 av-j vvi d n1, c-acp dt n1 j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 16
124 when as in deed it deserueth not so much as to be noted with a coale. when as in deed it deserves not so much as to be noted with a coal. c-crq c-acp p-acp n1 pn31 vvz xx av av-d c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 16
125 I speake not of those silly wretches, which were neuer as yet acquainted with preaching, I speak not of those silly wretches, which were never as yet acquainted with preaching, pns11 vvb xx pp-f d j n2, r-crq vbdr av p-acp av vvn p-acp vvg, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 16
126 for it is no great maruel, though they bee not able to discerne chalke from cheese: for it is no great marvel, though they be not able to discern chalk from cheese: c-acp pn31 vbz dx j vvi, cs pns32 vbb xx j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 16
127 or being blind for to iudge of colours, but to such as of long time haue been hearers, or being blind for to judge of colours, but to such as of long time have been hearers, cc vbg j c-acp pc-acp vvi pp-f n2, cc-acp p-acp d c-acp pp-f j n1 vhb vbn n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 16
128 and yet neuer the wiser, because they are not able to iudge when sound and necessary conclusions are drawne out of the word; and yet never the Wiser, Because they Are not able to judge when found and necessary conclusions Are drawn out of the word; cc av av-x dt jc, c-acp pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi c-crq j cc j n2 vbr vvn av pp-f dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 16
129 but all is one with them, whether the reason that is made be good or bad, strong or weake: but all is one with them, whither the reason that is made be good or bad, strong or weak: cc-acp d vbz pi p-acp pno32, cs dt n1 cst vbz vvn vbb j cc j, j cc j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 16
130 yea, further ye shall perceiue that euē a litle shew of a reason although neuer so doltish, being against true godlines, doth more preuaile with thē, yea, further you shall perceive that even a little show of a reason although never so doltish, being against true godliness, does more prevail with them, uh, av-jc pn22 vmb vvi cst av dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cs av-x av j, vbg p-acp j n1, vdz av-dc vvi p-acp pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 17
131 then a multitude of infallible proofs although they be neuer so sure: then a multitude of infallible proofs although they be never so sure: cs dt n1 pp-f j n2 cs pns32 vbb av-x av j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 17
132 and that which is so grosse and absurd that a child may laugh at, seemeth to them a very strong piller to leane to. and that which is so gross and absurd that a child may laugh At, seems to them a very strong pillar to lean to. cc cst r-crq vbz av j cc j cst dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp, vvz p-acp pno32 dt av j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 17
133 There needeth no more when a man preacheth vnto them, but a glorious shew of learning, a sweet ringing voice, There needs no more when a man Preacheth unto them, but a glorious show of learning, a sweet ringing voice, pc-acp vvz av-dx dc c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pno32, cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, dt j j-vvg n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 17
134 and matters so strange and strangely handeled, that they may be brought into a woondermēt of that they know not. and matters so strange and strangely handled, that they may be brought into a wonderment of that they know not. cc n2 av j cc av-j vvd, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst pns32 vvb xx. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 17
135 And Satan hath many chaplaines fit for this turne, to serue the vaine humor of such people, And Satan hath many Chaplains fit for this turn, to serve the vain humour of such people, cc np1 vhz d n2 j p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 17
136 and to set foorth themselues after a pompous sort: and to Set forth themselves After a pompous sort: cc pc-acp vvi av px32 p-acp dt j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 17
137 more seeking their owne vaine glory, then the glorie of the Gospel, in the conuersion of the people. more seeking their own vain glory, then the glory of the Gospel, in the conversion of the people. n1 vvg po32 d j n1, cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 17
138 The seconde kind of ground are they which receiue the seede vpon the hard rock, where there is some entrance, The seconde kind of ground Are they which receive the seed upon the hard rock, where there is Some Entrance, dt ord n1 pp-f n1 vbr pns32 r-crq vvb dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, c-crq pc-acp vbz d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 17
139 and the word hath a shallow root in them, for as it were the top of their heart is soft after a sort, and the word hath a shallow root in them, for as it were the top of their heart is soft After a sort, cc dt n1 vhz dt j n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 17
140 and there it is couered a little, and it groweth vp quicklie, and springeth fresh, they seeme to be stout and excellent professours, they brag of great zeale: and there it is covered a little, and it grows up quickly, and springs fresh, they seem to be stout and excellent professors, they brag of great zeal: cc a-acp pn31 vbz vvn dt j, cc pn31 vvz a-acp av-j, cc vvz j, pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi j cc j n2, pns32 vvb pp-f j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 17
141 a man would take them to be syncere, and so they take themselues: a man would take them to be sincere, and so they take themselves: dt n1 vmd vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi j, cc av pns32 vvb px32: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 17
142 but when the Sun ariseth that is, the fiery triall or parching heate of persecution, they stumble and fall away and because the word had no deep root in them, it withereth and bringeth forth no fruite: but when the Sun arises that is, the fiery trial or parching heat of persecution, they Stumble and fallen away and Because the word had no deep root in them, it withereth and brings forth no fruit: cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz cst vbz, dt j n1 cc j-vvg n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vvb cc vvi av cc p-acp dt n1 vhd dx j-jn n1 p-acp pno32, pn31 vvz cc vvz av dx n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 17
143 these also are not profited by the word of grace, but are stil castawayes & damned creatures. these also Are not profited by the word of grace, but Are still castaways & damned creatures. d av vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp vbr av n2 cc j-vvn n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 17
144 In this kind of ground, or in these hearers, if we note well, we shall see that which is strange and woonderfull: In this kind of ground, or in these hearers, if we note well, we shall see that which is strange and wondered: p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp d n2, cs pns12 vvb av, pns12 vmb vvi d r-crq vbz j cc j-vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 17
145 when Christ saith and testifieth of them, that they receiue the word with ioy: these be not blasphemers or persecutors of the word: when christ Says and Testifieth of them, that they receive the word with joy: these be not blasphemers or persecutors of the word: c-crq np1 vvz cc vvz pp-f pno32, cst pns32 vvb dt n1 p-acp n1: d vbb xx n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 18
146 they be not contemners which regard not at all to heare it: they be not contemners which regard not At all to hear it: pns32 vbb xx n2 r-crq vvb xx p-acp d pc-acp vvi pn31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 18
147 they come not vnder a shewe or pretence as to a thing which otherwise they haue no care nor feeling of, they come not under a show or pretence as to a thing which otherwise they have no care nor feeling of, pns32 vvb xx p-acp dt n1 cc n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 r-crq av pns32 vhb dx n1 ccx n1 pp-f, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 18
148 or which they delight not for to heare, but how? They receiue it with ioy, or which they delight not for to hear, but how? They receive it with joy, cc r-crq pns32 vvb xx p-acp pc-acp vvi, cc-acp q-crq? pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 18
149 and take such pleasure therin, that returning they can say, surely this was a very notable peece of worke, and take such pleasure therein, that returning they can say, surely this was a very notable piece of work, cc vvb d n1 av, cst vvg pns32 vmb vvi, av-j d vbds dt j j n1 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 18
150 and wel handeled, I am glad that I heard it, it doth me euen as much good as my meate, I would goe a mile to heare the like againe. and well handled, I am glad that I herd it, it does me even as much good as my meat, I would go a mile to hear the like again. cc av vvd, pns11 vbm j cst pns11 vvd pn31, pn31 vdz pno11 av-j p-acp d j c-acp po11 n1, pns11 vmd vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt j av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 18
151 Is not this then marueilous and fearfull, that a man may goe thus far & yet be a castaway, Is not this then marvelous and fearful, that a man may go thus Far & yet be a castaway, vbz xx d av j cc j, cst dt n1 vmb vvi av av-j cc av vbi dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 18
152 and a forlorne wretch? It is not a thing to be woondered at, when the holie scriptures giue sentence against those traiterous villaines, which set themselues against God, and tread downe his lawes; and a forlorn wretch? It is not a thing to be wondered At, when the holy Scriptures give sentence against those traitorous villains, which Set themselves against God, and tread down his laws; cc dt j-vvn n1? pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, c-crq dt j n2 vvb n1 p-acp d j n2, r-crq vvb px32 p-acp np1, cc vvb a-acp po31 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 18
153 but when God vttereth this sharpe sentence against this zealous kind of mē, if it cause vs not to wōder, but when God uttereth this sharp sentence against this zealous kind of men, if it cause us not to wonder, cc-acp c-crq np1 vvz d j n1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f n2, cs pn31 n1 pno12 xx pc-acp vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 18
154 yet it may make vs to tremble, when we see that a man may proceed thus far in religion and yet be damned. yet it may make us to tremble, when we see that a man may proceed thus Far in Religion and yet be damned. av pn31 vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi, c-crq pns12 vvb cst dt n1 vmb vvi av av-j p-acp n1 cc av vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 18
155 Whē we vnderstand that a man may bee zealous, and ready to heare preaching, vnderstandeth, carieth away, letteth it grow in his heart, hath some ioy in it, When we understand that a man may be zealous, and ready to hear preaching, understandeth, Carrieth away, lets it grow in his heart, hath Some joy in it, c-crq pns12 vvb cst dt n1 vmb vbi j, cc j pc-acp vvi vvg, vvz, vvz av, vvz pn31 vvi p-acp po31 n1, vhz d n1 p-acp pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 18
156 and yet neuer the better, abiding still vnder the curse. and yet never the better, abiding still under the curse. cc av av-x dt jc, vvg av p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 18
157 But there be some which will obiect against me and say, this is no good manner of teaching, But there be Some which will Object against me and say, this is no good manner of teaching, p-acp a-acp vbb d r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pno11 cc vvb, d vbz dx j n1 pp-f vvg, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 18
158 for the vse of true teaching, is to builde vp and edifie the faith: for the use of true teaching, is to build up and edify the faith: p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n-vvg, vbz pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 18
159 but this seemeth to take away the certainty of faith from all, so that no man can tell whether he shall be saued: but this seems to take away the certainty of faith from all, so that no man can tell whither he shall be saved: cc-acp d vvz pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d, av cst dx n1 vmb vvi cs pns31 vmb vbi vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 19
160 For by what means can a man make a better triall and proofe of his faith then this, that he giueth eare to Gods word, vnderstandeth it, carieth it away, For by what means can a man make a better trial and proof of his faith then this, that he gives ear to God's word, understandeth it, Carrieth it away, c-acp p-acp r-crq n2 vmb dt n1 vvi dt jc n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 av d, cst pns31 vvz n1 p-acp npg1 n1, vvz pn31, vvz pn31 av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 19
161 and ioyeth in it? If such a man may be damned, who may not dispaire? I answere with S. Paul, 1. Cor. 10.12. He that thinketh he standeth, let him take heed he do not fall. and Joyeth in it? If such a man may be damned, who may not despair? I answer with S. Paul, 1. Cor. 10.12. He that Thinketh he Stands, let him take heed he do not fallen. cc vvz p-acp pn31? cs d dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, r-crq vmb xx vvi? pns11 vvb p-acp n1 np1, crd np1 crd. pns31 cst vvz pns31 vvz, vvb pno31 vvi n1 pns31 vdb xx vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 19
162 If the admonition were necessary to the Corinthes, it is necessarie for vs all. One of the principall endes and vses of preaching, is to giue men warning that they do not deceiue thēselues with euery kind of faith or ioy in the word: If the admonition were necessary to the Corinthians, it is necessary for us all. One of the principal ends and uses of preaching, is to give men warning that they do not deceive themselves with every kind of faith or joy in the word: cs dt n1 vbdr j p-acp dt njp2, pn31 vbz j p-acp pno12 d. crd pp-f dt j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f vvg, vbz pc-acp vvi n2 vvg cst pns32 vdb xx vvi px32 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 19
163 but to looke for good and sound triall in themselues: but to look for good and found trial in themselves: cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp j cc j n1 p-acp px32: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 19
164 which is not the way to bring men to despaire, but to bring them to true godlinesse: which is not the Way to bring men to despair, but to bring them to true godliness: r-crq vbz xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vvi, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 19
165 to cause them to shake off securitie and loosnesse in the seruice of God: to beware least their heartes bee hard still within: to cause them to shake off security and looseness in the service of God: to beware least their hearts be hard still within: pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi a-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: pc-acp vvi ds po32 n2 vbb j av p-acp: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 19
166 it causeth men to trie themselues least they should be deceiued by a vaine shadowe of a dead and fruitlesse faith: it Causes men to try themselves least they should be deceived by a vain shadow of a dead and fruitless faith: pn31 vvz n2 pc-acp vvi px32 av-ds pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 19
167 for Christ saith, that these beleeue (for so it is expressed by S. Luke the 8.13.) and ioy in the worde, and yet are damned. for christ Says, that these believe (for so it is expressed by S. Lycia the 8.13.) and joy in the word, and yet Are damned. c-acp np1 vvz, cst d vvb (c-acp av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 av dt crd.) cc vvb p-acp dt n1, cc av vbr vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 19
168 Then let vs come to the particular applying of this point: Then let us come to the particular applying of this point: av vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt j vvg pp-f d n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 19
169 to see howe wee are to deale with our selues, when ye receiue the word take heed that ye giue it depth of earth enough, look that your hart be not soft & pliable enough a little aboue, to see how we Are to deal with our selves, when you receive the word take heed that you give it depth of earth enough, look that your heart be not soft & pliable enough a little above, pc-acp vvi c-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2, c-crq pn22 vvb dt n1 vvb n1 cst pn22 vvb pn31 n1 pp-f n1 av-d, vvb d po22 n1 vbb xx j cc j av-d dt j p-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 19
170 and a hard rocke of stone within, but see that it bee digged and softened to the bottome, that the worde may take deep roote enough. and a hard rock of stone within, but see that it be dug and softened to the bottom, that the word may take deep root enough. cc dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp, cc-acp vvb cst pn31 vbb vvn cc vvd p-acp dt n1, cst dt n1 vmb vvi j-jn n1 av-d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 19
171 Alas, what a miserable thing is it, when Christ hath giuen vs warning here so plainly, Alas, what a miserable thing is it, when christ hath given us warning Here so plainly, np1, q-crq dt j n1 vbz pn31, c-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12 n1 av av av-j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 20
172 for a man to be a zealous gospeller, not only willing to heare, but hath an earnest desire, for a man to be a zealous gospeler, not only willing to hear, but hath an earnest desire, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt j n1, xx av-j j pc-acp vvi, cc-acp vhz dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 20
173 & trauelleth to heare, taketh pleasure & delight when he heareth, yet neuertheles, because he taketh no heede thereto, his heart within is so stonie, that he heareth but to his further increase of damnation. & travelleth to hear, Takes pleasure & delight when he hears, yet nevertheless, Because he Takes no heed thereto, his heart within is so stony, that he hears but to his further increase of damnation. cc vvz pc-acp vvi, vvz n1 cc n1 c-crq pns31 vvz, av av, c-acp pns31 vvz dx n1 av, po31 n1 a-acp vbz av j, cst pns31 vvz p-acp p-acp po31 jc n1 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 20
174 Manie thinke it goeth wel with them when as they receiue this testimonie frō men: Many think it Goes well with them when as they receive this testimony from men: d vvb pn31 vvz av p-acp pno32 c-crq c-acp pns32 vvb d n1 p-acp n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 20
175 he is a sound Protestant he fauoureth and delighteth in the truth, these indeed be great tokens of the fear of God, he is a found Protestant he favours and delights in the truth, these indeed be great tokens of the Fear of God, pns31 vbz dt j n1 pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp dt n1, d av vbb j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 20
176 but yet we are not to rest in thē: but yet we Are not to rest in them: cc-acp av pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 20
177 our chief dealing is between God & our hart, & that in this thing whether our heart bee not hard and rockie. our chief dealing is between God & our heart, & that in this thing whither our heart be not hard and rocky. po12 j-jn n-vvg vbz p-acp np1 cc po12 n1, cc cst p-acp d n1 cs po12 n1 vbi xx j cc j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 20
178 Those are a thousande times happy, which feele melting heartes and soft affections, so that Gods word doth pearce into them, Those Are a thousande times happy, which feel melting hearts and soft affections, so that God's word does pierce into them, d vbr dt crd n2 j, r-crq vvb vvg n2 cc j n2, av cst ng1 n1 vdz vvi p-acp pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 20
179 & causeth them to tremble at the maiesty & power of the fame: their tender heart doth sigh and mourn for their iniquitie. & Causes them to tremble At the majesty & power of the fame: their tender heart does sighs and mourn for their iniquity. cc vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1: po32 j n1 vdz vvi cc vvi p-acp po32 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 20
180 As on the contrary part, they which make no conscience of sin, but are hardened in their affections, As on the contrary part, they which make no conscience of since, but Are hardened in their affections, p-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns32 r-crq vvb dx n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp vbr vvn p-acp po32 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 20
181 although they seem to be in good case, yet are they cursed & miserable. Let euery man therefore that goeth from the sermon, carie this with him: although they seem to be in good case, yet Are they cursed & miserable. Let every man Therefore that Goes from the sermon, carry this with him: cs pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp j n1, av vbr pns32 vvn cc j. vvb d n1 av cst vvz p-acp dt n1, vvb d p-acp pno31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 20
182 I heare by Christs owne words, that there is a stonie ground where the seed falleth, where it groweth, I hear by Christ own words, that there is a stony ground where the seed falls, where it grows, pns11 vvb p-acp npg1 d n2, cst pc-acp vbz dt j n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz, c-crq pn31 vvz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 20
183 but not deep enough, it springeth vp, but doth not bring forth fruit, this is a wofull case, but not deep enough, it springs up, but does not bring forth fruit, this is a woeful case, cc-acp xx j-jn av-d, pn31 vvz a-acp, cc-acp vdz xx vvi av n1, d vbz dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 20
184 if I should be in the number of these, for then al my labor is lost which I bestow in frequēting Sermōs, if I should be in the number of these, for then all my labour is lost which I bestow in frequenting Sermons, cs pns11 vmd vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, c-acp av d po11 n1 vbz vvn r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp vvg n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 20
185 yea it were much better that I had neuer heard: yea it were much better that I had never herd: uh pn31 vbdr av-d j cst pns11 vhd av-x vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 20
186 I feele that I ioy in it, I would not for any thing but I had heard it: I feel that I joy in it, I would not for any thing but I had herd it: pns11 vvb cst pns11 vvb p-acp pn31, pns11 vmd xx p-acp d n1 cc-acp pns11 vhd vvn pn31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 21
187 but Christ saith that the reprobate some of them do heare the word with ioy, but christ Says that the Reprobate Some of them do hear the word with joy, cc-acp np1 vvz cst dt n-jn d pp-f pno32 vdb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 21
188 so that if I looke not narrowly to mine owne heart, I may for all this be damned: so that if I look not narrowly to mine own heart, I may for all this be damned: av cst cs pns11 vvb xx av-j p-acp po11 d n1, pns11 vmb p-acp d d vbb vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 21
189 therefore I must not satisfie my selfe with this, but see that I couer the word deep enough, that my heart be softened in such sort, that I feele the roote goeth deepe, Therefore I must not satisfy my self with this, but see that I cover the word deep enough, that my heart be softened in such sort, that I feel the root Goes deep, av pns11 vmb xx vvi po11 n1 p-acp d, cc-acp vvb cst pns11 vvb dt n1 av-jn av-d, cst po11 n1 vbi vvn p-acp d n1, cst pns11 vvb dt n1 vvz j-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 21
190 yea so deepe, that it can neuer be rooted out: And therefore let him continuallie crie vnto God and say: yea so deep, that it can never be rooted out: And Therefore let him continually cry unto God and say: uh av j-jn, cst pn31 vmb av-x vbi vvn av: cc av vvb pno31 av-j vvi p-acp np1 cc vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 21
191 O Lord make soft my harde and stony heart, let it bee a melting heart, that thy holie worde may growe in it for euer. Oh Lord make soft my harden and stony heart, let it be a melting heart, that thy holy word may grow in it for ever. uh n1 vvb j po11 j cc j n1, vvb pn31 vbi dt j-vvg n1, cst po21 j n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 21
192 I would to God this doctrine of our Sauiour Christ might make euerie of vs to tremble & shake (as indeed if it were well weighed, it is so fearfull, that it might cause the haire of our heads to stand vp,) for then would we not so loosely & securely walk in the hardnesse of our heartes, there would not be so many backsliders in time of persecution: I would to God this Doctrine of our Saviour christ might make every of us to tremble & shake (as indeed if it were well weighed, it is so fearful, that it might cause the hair of our Heads to stand up,) for then would we not so loosely & securely walk in the hardness of our hearts, there would not be so many backsliders in time of persecution: pns11 vmd p-acp np1 d n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 vmd vvi d pp-f pno12 pc-acp vvi cc vvb (c-acp av cs pn31 vbdr av vvn, pn31 vbz av j, cst pn31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp,) c-acp av vmd pns12 xx av av-j cc av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, pc-acp vmd xx vbi av d n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 21
193 there would not be so many braue boasters and praters of Religion, who are readie to pull in their hornes, there would not be so many brave boaster's and praters of Religion, who Are ready to pull in their horns, a-acp vmd xx vbi av d j ng1 cc n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 21
194 and to hide their heades, so soone as there is anie feare of daunger, or likelihood of persecution: and to hide their Heads, so soon as there is any Fear of danger, or likelihood of persecution: cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2, av av c-acp pc-acp vbz d n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 21
195 neither would men bear themselues in hand, that they be iolly professours when they haue but a little tasted of the word, neither would men bear themselves in hand, that they be jolly professors when they have but a little tasted of the word, av-dx vmd n2 vvi px32 p-acp n1, cst pns32 vbb j n2 c-crq pns32 vhb p-acp dt j vvn pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 21
196 & are no more but empty barrelles, which giue a great sound. & Are no more but empty barrels, which give a great found. cc vbr dx dc cc-acp j n2, r-crq vvb dt j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 21
197 Heere then wee be set a worke with great toyle, to haue this same hard stonie ground made softe, Here then we be Set a work with great toil, to have this same hard stony ground made soft, av cs pns12 vbb vvn dt n1 p-acp j n1, pc-acp vhi d d j j n1 vvd j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 21
198 and fit to receiue this heauenly seed. and fit to receive this heavenly seed. cc j pc-acp vvi d j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 21
199 And hee which is not carefull in this point, to take paines, yee shall see him waxe so hard, that euen as a continuall raine dropping vpon a rocke of stone maketh it neuer the softer, And he which is not careful in this point, to take pains, ye shall see him wax so hard, that even as a continual rain dropping upon a rock of stone makes it never the Softer, cc pns31 r-crq vbz xx j p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi n2, pn22 vmb vvi pno31 vvi av av-j, cst av-j c-acp dt j n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz pn31 av-x dt jc, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 22
200 so nothing can make his heart to relent. so nothing can make his heart to relent. av pix vmb vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 22
201 This may teach vs then to cease marueiling, when wee see so manie which willinglie giue themselues to be taught, This may teach us then to cease marvelling, when we see so many which willingly give themselves to be taught, d vmb vvi pno12 av pc-acp vvi vvg, c-crq pns12 vvb av d r-crq av-j vvi px32 pc-acp vbi vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 22
202 & haue still little remorse of sinne. & have still little remorse of sin. cc vhb av j n1 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 22
203 The Lorde for his mercie sake make vs wise and sharpe sighted to iudge of our selues: The Lord for his mercy sake make us wise and sharp sighted to judge of our selves: dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 n1 vvb pno12 j cc j vvn pc-acp vvi pp-f po12 n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 22
204 not to be lead on forward in a carnall profession, but to giue credit to our heauenly teacher, who hath heere opened his holie mouth to instruct vs so plainely, not to be led on forward in a carnal profession, but to give credit to our heavenly teacher, who hath Here opened his holy Mouth to instruct us so plainly, xx pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp av-j p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po12 j n1, r-crq vhz av vvn po31 j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 av av-j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 22
205 and before hand to warne vs of the great danger: and before hand to warn us of the great danger: cc p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 pp-f dt j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 22
206 that we may stir vp ourselues, and be quickened in our dull spirits, with all humble submission, that we may stir up ourselves, and be quickened in our dull spirits, with all humble submission, cst pns12 vmb vvi a-acp px12, cc vbi vvn p-acp po12 j n2, p-acp d j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 22
207 and bowing downe our neckes, to receiue the doctrine of our Lord, & to open our hearts in such sort, that he may digge in them, and bowing down our necks, to receive the Doctrine of our Lord, & to open our hearts in such sort, that he may dig in them, cc vvg a-acp po12 n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 22
208 and thrust in his spade to the bottome: and thrust in his spade to the bottom: cc vvd p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 22
209 for otherwise, it cannot go wel with vs. If this were practised among vs, wee should not haue so many old rusty Protestants: for otherwise, it cannot go well with us If this were practised among us, we should not have so many old rusty Protestants: c-acp av, pn31 vmbx vvi av p-acp pno12 cs d vbdr vvn p-acp pno12, pns12 vmd xx vhi av d j j n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 22
210 which if a man talk with them from morning to night, they are able to continue speech in reciting stories and places of Scripture, which if a man talk with them from morning to night, they Are able to continue speech in reciting stories and places of Scripture, r-crq cs dt n1 n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp vvg n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 22
211 and will vtter matter against the doctrine of the Pope: and will utter matter against the Doctrine of the Pope: cc vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 22
212 but let a man vrge them with the doctrine of regeneration, and stand vpon the necessitie of sincere repentance, shewing them that they must be truly humbled vnder the burthē of their sinnes, that they must mortifie and subdue their carnall lustes: but let a man urge them with the Doctrine of regeneration, and stand upon the necessity of sincere Repentance, showing them that they must be truly humbled under the burden of their Sins, that they must mortify and subdue their carnal lusts: cc-acp vvb dt n1 vvb pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, vvg pno32 cst pns32 vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi po32 j n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 22
213 this is too hard a crust for their old teeth. This matter doth marre all: this doth rob them of their glorie: this is too hard a crust for their old teeth. This matter does mar all: this does rob them of their glory: d vbz av j dt n1 p-acp po32 j n2. d n1 vdz vvi d: d vdz vvi pno32 pp-f po32 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 22
214 and therefore they can not wilinglie abide to heare of it. and Therefore they can not willingly abide to hear of it. cc av pns32 vmb xx av-j vvi pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 23
215 Let vs come now to the third kind of ground, which receiueth the seed among the thornes: Let us come now to the third kind of ground, which receiveth the seed among the thorns: vvb pno12 vvi av p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 23
216 here is depth enough of earth: so that as the second sort of hearers seemed to goe far beyond the first, Here is depth enough of earth: so that as the second sort of hearers seemed to go Far beyond the First, av vbz n1 av-d pp-f n1: av cst p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n2 vvd pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt ord, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 23
217 so these seeme to goe far beyond them, and to come nigher to eternall life, so these seem to go Far beyond them, and to come nigher to Eternal life, av d vvb pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno32, cc pc-acp vvi av-jc p-acp j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 23
218 for heere the worde doth grow & hath root so deep, that it springeth foorth so farre that Christ faith, it groweth vp, for Here the word does grow & hath root so deep, that it springs forth so Far that christ faith, it grows up, c-acp av dt n1 vdz vvi cc vhz n1 av j-jn, cst pn31 vvz av av av-j cst np1 n1, pn31 vvz a-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 23
219 and the thornes growe vp with it, the stalke doth shoot foorth the eare, and lacketh but riping. and the thorns grow up with it, the stalk does shoot forth the ear, and lacketh but riping. cc dt n2 vvb a-acp p-acp pn31, dt n1 vdz vvi av dt n1, cc vvz p-acp n-vvg. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 23
220 For this may bee prooued by Saint Luke, who saith that they bee not (Telesphorountes) that is, such as beare ripe and timely fruit: For this may be proved by Saint Lycia, who Says that they be not (Telesphorountes) that is, such as bear ripe and timely fruit: p-acp d vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 av, r-crq vvz cst pns32 vbb xx (n2) d vbz, d c-acp vvi j cc j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 23
221 for these professors doe manie good workes, and seeme to bring foorth the fruites of the Gospel, for these professors do many good works, and seem to bring forth the fruits of the Gospel, c-acp d n2 vdb d j n2, cc vvb pc-acp vvi av dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 23
222 and that in such wise that men cannot alwayes discerne them, but thinke their deeds to be notable: and that in such wise that men cannot always discern them, but think their Deeds to be notable: cc cst p-acp d j cst n2 vmbx av vvi pno32, cc-acp vvb po32 n2 pc-acp vbi j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 23
223 but Christ Iesus doth shew that their workes before God, (who only cannot bee deceiued) are as corne which lacketh riping, which being ouershadowed with bushes, withereth in the eare and commeth to naught: but christ Iesus does show that their works before God, (who only cannot be deceived) Are as corn which lacketh riping, which being overshadowed with Bushes, withereth in the ear and comes to nought: cc-acp np1 np1 vdz vvi cst po32 n2 p-acp np1, (r-crq av-j vmbx vbi vvn) vbr p-acp n1 r-crq vvz n-vvg, r-crq vbg vvn p-acp n2, vvz p-acp dt n1 cc vvz p-acp pix: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 23
224 this is a dangerous case if wee looke not to it: this is a dangerous case if we look not to it: d vbz dt j n1 cs pns12 vvb xx p-acp pn31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 23
225 That a man may heare the Gospell preached, carie it away, be moued thereby to doe many good workes, and yet be damned. That a man may hear the Gospel preached, carry it away, be moved thereby to do many good works, and yet be damned. cst dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 vvd, vvb pn31 av, vbb vvn av pc-acp vdi d j n2, cc av vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 23
226 Hee is a thousand folde mad therefore, which doth not looke to himselfe in this point: He is a thousand fold mad Therefore, which does not look to himself in this point: pns31 vbz dt crd n1 j av, r-crq vdz xx vvi p-acp px31 p-acp d n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 23
227 to trie what soundnesse there is in the fruites of his faith, and how sincerely hee doth imbrace Gods worde. to try what soundness there is in the fruits of his faith, and how sincerely he does embrace God's word. pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 a-acp vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc c-crq av-j pns31 vdz vvi npg1 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 23
228 As before I saide, that some would obiect & say, this will destroy the faith, so am I sure that heer it will be said much more: As before I said, that Some would Object & say, this will destroy the faith, so am I sure that her it will be said much more: p-acp a-acp pns11 vvd, cst d vmd vvi cc vvi, d vmb vvi dt n1, av vbm pns11 j cst av pn31 vmb vbi vvn av-d av-dc: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 23
229 because this seemeth to take away the surest tryall of faith: Because this seems to take away the Surest trial of faith: c-acp d vvz pc-acp vvi av dt js n1 pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 24
230 if a man may not by and by say, I haue good works, therfore I haue the true and liuely faith: if a man may not by and by say, I have good works, Therefore I have the true and lively faith: cs dt n1 vmb xx p-acp cc p-acp vvi, pns11 vhb j n2, av pns11 vhb dt j cc j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 24
231 I answere, that whosoeuer hath any good worke in him, the same hath the true faith, which hath brought foorth that good worke, I answer, that whosoever hath any good work in him, the same hath the true faith, which hath brought forth that good work, pns11 vvb, cst r-crq vhz d j n1 p-acp pno31, dt d vhz dt j n1, r-crq vhz vvn av d j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 24
232 because it is impossible without faith to do any good thing, or to haue any good motion or intent: Because it is impossible without faith to do any good thing, or to have any good motion or intent: c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp n1 pc-acp vdi d j n1, cc pc-acp vhi d j n1 cc n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 24
233 but withall I say, that it is one thing to seem good before men: and another thing for to be good indeed before God. but withal I say, that it is one thing to seem good before men: and Another thing for to be good indeed before God. cc-acp av pns11 vvb, cst pn31 vbz crd n1 pc-acp vvi j p-acp n2: cc j-jn n1 c-acp pc-acp vbi j av p-acp np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 24
234 In outward appearance, there is little differēce between the good deeds of thē which feare god sincerely, In outward appearance, there is little difference between the good Deeds of them which Fear god sincerely, p-acp j n1, pc-acp vbz j n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f pno32 r-crq vvb n1 av-j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 24
235 & the vntimely fruite of worldlings: & the untimely fruit of worldlings: cc dt j n1 pp-f n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 24
236 but God whose eie doth not look vpon the outward shew but the inward affection, seeth which proceedeth of faith, but God whose eye does not look upon the outward show but the inward affection, sees which Proceedeth of faith, cc-acp np1 rg-crq n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1, vvz r-crq vvz pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 24
237 and which doth proceed of vaine glorie, or some other sinister respect, and putteth as great differēce between thē, and which does proceed of vain glory, or Some other sinister respect, and putteth as great difference between them, cc r-crq vdz vvi pp-f j n1, cc d j-jn j n1, cc vvz p-acp j n1 p-acp pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 24
238 as he did between the sacrifices of Caine and Abel. as he did between the Sacrifices of Cain and Abel. c-acp pns31 vdd p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cc np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 24
239 Wee must take heed then, that the fruits of our faith be ripe & timely, otherwise they be good but in shew. we must take heed then, that the fruits of our faith be ripe & timely, otherwise they be good but in show. pns12 vmb vvi n1 av, cst dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 vbi j cc j, av pns32 vbb j p-acp p-acp vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 24
240 We must come then to see first what these thornes are: We must come then to see First what these thorns Are: pns12 vmb vvi av pc-acp vvi ord q-crq d n2 vbr: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 24
241 in S. Matt. they are called, the cares of this world, & the deceitfulnes of riches: in S. Matt. they Are called, the Cares of this world, & the deceitfulness of riches: p-acp n1 np1 pns32 vbr vvn, dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 24
242 in S. Luk. the cares of riches, & pleasures of this life. And in very deed these thornes do growe togither. in S. Luk. the Cares of riches, & pleasures of this life. And in very deed these thorns do grow together. p-acp np1 np1 dt n2 pp-f n2, cc n2 pp-f d n1. cc p-acp j n1 d n2 vdb vvi av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 24
243 For were it not for the pleasures of this life, there would bee no cares of riches: For were it not for the pleasures of this life, there would be no Cares of riches: c-acp vbdr pn31 xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, pc-acp vmd vbi dx n2 pp-f n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 24
244 hee which doth seek greedily for welth, it is either because he would be able to haue wherwithal to fill the lustes of the flesh, he which does seek greedily for wealth, it is either Because he would be able to have wherewithal to fill the lusts of the Flesh, pns31 r-crq vdz vvi av-j p-acp n1, pn31 vbz av-d c-acp pns31 vmd vbi j pc-acp vhi c-crq pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 24
245 and to pamper his body delicately: or els to setforth himself in pride, & to climb ambitiously vnto honour. and to pamper his body delicately: or Else to setforth himself in pride, & to climb ambitiously unto honour. cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av-j: cc av p-acp zz n1 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 24
246 For so long as a man doth take pleasure in any of these, so long he is couetous, For so long as a man does take pleasure in any of these, so long he is covetous, p-acp av j c-acp dt n1 vdz vvi n1 p-acp d pp-f d, av av-j pns31 vbz j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 25
247 & raketh together so much, that as the common saiing is, he raketh vp the diuel & all. & raketh together so much, that as the Common saying is, he raketh up the Devil & all. cc vvz av av av-d, cst p-acp dt j n-vvg vbz, pns31 vvz a-acp dt n1 cc d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 25
248 What must we do then? Our hearts are as a ground that is rank, & bringeth forth many weedes: What must we do then? Our hearts Are as a ground that is rank, & brings forth many weeds: q-crq vmb pns12 vdi av? po12 n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 cst vbz j, cc vvz av d n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 25
249 we are set a work as God speaks by his prophet Ieremy, chap 4.4. Plow vp your fallow, & sow not among the thorns: we Are Set a work as God speaks by his Prophet Ieremy, chap 4.4. Blow up your fallow, & sow not among the thorns: pns12 vbr vvn dt n1 c-acp np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 np1, n1 crd. vvb a-acp po22 j, cc vvb xx p-acp dt n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 25
250 we must put al diligēce & care that our hearts may be rid of such noisom weeds as wil choke the word of God, we must put all diligence & care that our hearts may be rid of such noisome weeds as will choke the word of God, pns12 vmb vvi d n1 cc n1 cst po12 n2 vmb vbi vvn pp-f d j n2 c-acp vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 25
251 & make that it shall not bring foorth fruit in vs. So long as we suffer any of these in vs, either to loue dainty & delicate feeding of our flesh, & make that it shall not bring forth fruit in us So long as we suffer any of these in us, either to love dainty & delicate feeding of our Flesh, cc vvb cst pn31 vmb xx vvi av n1 p-acp pno12 av av-j c-acp pns12 vvb d pp-f d p-acp pno12, av-d pc-acp vvi j cc j n-vvg pp-f po12 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 25
252 & to fil our selues with the lusts therof, or to be gallant in the eies of mē, & to fill our selves with the Lustiest thereof, or to be gallant in the eyes of men, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n2 av, cc pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 25
253 & hautily to lift vp our selues in our vain glorious minds, & for the maintenāce of these delightes bend our care to the world: & hautily to lift up our selves in our vain glorious minds, & for the maintenance of these delights bend our care to the world: cc av-j pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp po12 j j n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 vvb po12 n1 p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 25
254 so long shall we be vnprofitable schollers in the school of christ Alas poor men which wold fain come to God, so long shall we be unprofitable Scholars in the school of Christ Alas poor men which would fain come to God, av av-j vmb pns12 vbi j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 uh j n2 r-crq vmd av-j vvi p-acp np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 25
255 & yet are glued to the worlde they offer one hand to Christ, & the other to the diuel: & yet Are glued to the world they offer one hand to christ, & the other to the Devil: cc av vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvb crd n1 p-acp np1, cc dt n-jn p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 25
256 they can talk of the spirit, and yet are led by the flesh: the gospel is in their mouth, and couetousnesse lodgeth in their hearts: they can talk of the Spirit, and yet Are led by the Flesh: the gospel is in their Mouth, and covetousness lodgeth in their hearts: pns32 vmb vvi pp-f dt n1, cc av vbr vvn p-acp dt n1: dt n1 vbz p-acp po32 n1, cc n1 vvz p-acp po32 n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 25
257 their works glister & are green before men & are withered before God: they seem to be faithful & are faithlesse: their works glister & Are green before men & Are withered before God: they seem to be faithful & Are faithless: po32 n2 vvi cc vbr j-jn p-acp n2 cc vbr vvn p-acp np1: pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi j cc vbr j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 25
258 to be heires of glory, & yet are the childrē of cōfusion: to be Heirs of glory, & yet Are the children of confusion: pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f n1, cc av vbr dt n2 pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 25
259 there are gret plēty of these hearers, & specially in such places, where there is welth & honors: there Are great plenty of these hearers, & specially in such places, where there is wealth & honours: a-acp vbr j n1 pp-f d n2, cc av-j p-acp d n2, c-crq pc-acp vbz n1 cc n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 25
260 how many fal away choked with the world? and yet we are not afraid of ourselues to take heede that we stand fast. how many fall away choked with the world? and yet we Are not afraid of ourselves to take heed that we stand fast. c-crq d n1 av vvn p-acp dt n1? cc av pns12 vbr xx j pp-f px12 pc-acp vvi n1 cst pns12 vvb av-j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 26
261 A great mercy of God it is that we haue not only the doctrine laide before vs, but also fearefull examples: A great mercy of God it is that we have not only the Doctrine laid before us, but also fearful Examples: dt j n1 pp-f np1 pn31 vbz cst pns12 vhb xx av-j dt n1 vvn p-acp pno12, cc-acp av j n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 26
262 so that we may buy our wit with other mens cost. so that we may buy our wit with other men's cost. av cst pns12 vmb vvi po12 n1 p-acp j-jn ng2 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 26
263 For when wee see the world with delightes and pleasures, with couetousnesse and ambition, to carrie away those which professe the Gospell, is not our owne matter in hand, are not we made of the same mettall they are, doth not the world assault vs as it doth them? Yes, For when we see the world with delights and pleasures, with covetousness and ambition, to carry away those which profess the Gospel, is not our own matter in hand, Are not we made of the same mettle they Are, does not the world assault us as it does them? Yes, p-acp c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi av d r-crq vvb dt n1, vbz xx po12 d n1 p-acp n1, vbr xx pns12 vvd pp-f dt d n1 pns32 vbr, vdz xx dt n1 vvb pno12 p-acp pn31 vdz pno32? uh, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 26
264 and we shall be ouercome also, if the Lord haue not mercie vpon vs. The hardnes of this worke, ought not to discourage or make vs slack, and we shall be overcome also, if the Lord have not mercy upon us The hardness of this work, ought not to discourage or make us slack, cc pns12 vmb vbi vvn av, cs dt n1 vhb xx n1 p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f d n1, vmd xx pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12 vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 26
265 but hearing what Christ saith, whome wee ought to beleeue, the more harde, the more we are to stirre vp our selues, but hearing what christ Says, whom we ought to believe, the more harden, the more we Are to stir up our selves, cc-acp vvg r-crq np1 vvz, ro-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi, dt av-dc j, dt av-dc pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 26
266 vnles we make small reckoning of the saluation of our soules. unless we make small reckoning of the salvation of our Souls. cs pns12 vvb j n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 26
267 Hee that shall yeeld & giue ouer the digging vp of these thornes, because hee perceiueth they grow deepe in his heart, He that shall yield & give over the digging up of these thorns, Because he perceives they grow deep in his heart, pns31 cst vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f d n2, c-acp pns31 vvz pns32 vvb j-jn p-acp po31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 26
268 and spring as fast as he can cut them: is not worthie to enter into life: and spring as fast as he can Cut them: is not worthy to enter into life: cc n1 c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vmb vvi pno32: vbz xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 26
269 he which will not continually till and weede this ground, may well haue the Gospell in some sorte for to grow in him, he which will not continually till and weed this ground, may well have the Gospel in Some sort for to grow in him, pns31 r-crq vmb xx av-j p-acp cc n1 d n1, vmb av vhi dt n1 p-acp d n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 26
270 but not to saue him Dearely beloued we must be surely perswaded of this, that as there be many godly men, but not to save him Dearly Beloved we must be surely persuaded of this, that as there be many godly men, cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi pno31 av-jn vvn pns12 vmb vbi av-j vvn pp-f d, cst c-acp pc-acp vbi d j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 26
271 so they haue attained it with great labour and toile, yea, they are still set a worke & cannot come to an ende, so they have attained it with great labour and toil, yea, they Are still Set a work & cannot come to an end, av pns32 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp j n1 cc n1, uh, pns32 vbr av vvn dt n1 cc vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 26
272 because these thornes cannot be vtterly rooted out. Because these thorns cannot be utterly rooted out. c-acp d n2 vmbx vbi av-j vvn av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 26
273 Those are greatly ouerseene which thinke it to be an easie thing to professe Christ vnto saluation: Those Are greatly overseen which think it to be an easy thing to profess christ unto salvation: d vbr av-j vvn r-crq vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 26
274 and make no further account but to bee Gospellers, at ease: if they can vanquish in disputation, to thinke they haue wonne the fielde: and make no further account but to be Evangelists, At ease: if they can vanquish in disputation, to think they have won the field: cc vvb av-dx av-jc n1 cc-acp pc-acp vbi n2, p-acp n1: cs pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pns32 vhb vvn dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 27
275 no, no, they haue a heart, which is harde to ouercome: they haue thornes which will not easely be destroyed: no, no, they have a heart, which is harden to overcome: they have thorns which will not Easily be destroyed: dx, uh-dx, pns32 vhb dt n1, r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi: pns32 vhb n2 r-crq vmb xx av-j vbi vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 27
276 here lieth the victorie and getting of the spurs: Here lies the victory and getting of the spurs: av vvz dt n1 cc n-vvg pp-f dt n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 27
277 this man shall be crowned because hee hath willingly giuen vp himselfe to the power of Gods grace to purge his heart, this man shall be crowned Because he hath willingly given up himself to the power of God's grace to purge his heart, d n1 vmb vbi vvn c-acp pns31 vhz av-j vvn a-acp px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 27
278 and to make roome for the holy worde, that it may grow there alone, and not bee ouershadowed and choaked. and to make room for the holy word, that it may grow there alone, and not be overshadowed and choked. cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt j n1, cst pn31 vmb vvi a-acp av-j, cc xx vbi vvn cc vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 27
279 Now let vs marke well that which is saide here, both of the stonie and also of the thornie grounde; Now let us mark well that which is said Here, both of the stony and also of the thorny ground; av vvb pno12 vvi av cst r-crq vbz vvn av, d pp-f dt j cc av pp-f dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 27
280 how farre they proceede in professing Christ, and imbracing his Gospell: how Far they proceed in professing christ, and embracing his Gospel: c-crq av-j pns32 vvb p-acp vvg np1, cc vvg po31 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 27
281 and we shall plainely see, how greatly those carnall Gospellers which will not haue Faith to be tryed by the fruites, are deceiued: and we shall plainly see, how greatly those carnal Evangelists which will not have Faith to be tried by the fruits, Are deceived: cc pns12 vmb av-j vvi, c-crq av-j d j n2 r-crq vmb xx vhi n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2, vbr vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 27
282 Faith, faith, (say they) is that which doth iustifie, it is true indeede, but not a fruitlesse faith: whosoeuer beleeueth shall be saued: Faith, faith, (say they) is that which does justify, it is true indeed, but not a fruitless faith: whosoever Believeth shall be saved: n1, uh-n, (vvb pns32) vbz d r-crq vdz vvi, pn31 vbz j av, cc-acp xx dt j n1: r-crq vvz vmb vbi vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 27
283 it is euen so, but not after euery kinde of beleefe: it is even so, but not After every kind of belief: pn31 vbz av av, cc-acp xx p-acp d n1 pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 27
284 for then why should not these two sorts of hearers be saued? It is marueilons when the Scripture is so euident, for then why should not these two sorts of hearers be saved? It is marueilons when the Scripture is so evident, c-acp av q-crq vmd xx d crd n2 pp-f n2 vbb vvn? pn31 vbz j c-crq dt n1 vbz av j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 27
285 and our Sauiour Christ speaketh so plainely, that this grosse and doltish error should possesse the minds of so many. and our Saviour christ speaks so plainly, that this gross and doltish error should possess the minds of so many. cc po12 n1 np1 vvz av av-j, cst d j cc j n1 vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f av d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 27
286 But indeede it is a sweete doctrine, when a man may let loose the raines to all the lusts of the flesh, at the least thus farre, not to vexe and torment himselfe in subduing them, But indeed it is a sweet Doctrine, when a man may let lose the reins to all the Lustiest of the Flesh, At the least thus Far, not to vex and torment himself in subduing them, p-acp av pn31 vbz dt j n1, c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi av-j dt n2 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt av-ds av av-j, xx pc-acp vvi cc vvi px31 p-acp j-vvg pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 27
287 and yet by faith to be saued. and yet by faith to be saved. cc av p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 27
288 When Heauen and Hell meete together, and God and the diuell be reconciled, then shal these flesh lie Epicures, When Heaven and Hell meet together, and God and the Devil be reconciled, then shall these Flesh lie Epicureans, c-crq n1 cc n1 vvi av, cc np1 cc dt n1 vbb vvn, av vmb d n1 vvi n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 27
289 and vaine proude men come to their happinesse. and vain proud men come to their happiness. cc j j n2 vvb p-acp po32 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 28
290 When Christ shall denye that which hee hath here vttered, then shall these be true beleeuers. When christ shall deny that which he hath Here uttered, then shall these be true believers. c-crq np1 vmb vvi d r-crq pns31 vhz av vvn, av vmb d vbi j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 28
291 Let men therfore take heed that they be not deceiued, nor made slacke in looking to the fruites of their faith and mortification of vaine fleshly lusts, through the prophane pratling of such worldly belly Gods: Let men Therefore take heed that they be not deceived, nor made slack in looking to the fruits of their faith and mortification of vain fleshly Lustiest, through the profane prattling of such worldly belly God's: vvb n2 av vvb n1 cst pns32 vbb xx vvn, ccx vvd vvi p-acp vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1 pp-f j j n2, p-acp dt j j-vvg pp-f d j n1 n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 28
292 beleeue not thē, but beleeue Iesus Christ, who telleth you that it is not enough to heare the word, believe not them, but believe Iesus christ, who Telleth you that it is not enough to hear the word, vvb xx pno32, cc-acp vvb np1 np1, r-crq vvz pn22 cst pn31 vbz xx av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 28
293 & to receiue it with ioy, & to let it grow in vs, vnles it bring forth reasonable & timely fruit in vs. Againe, let vs marke how strong and inuincible an Argument may be gathered out of this text against all contemners and despisers of the word, such as care not for hearing: & to receive it with joy, & to let it grow in us, unless it bring forth reasonable & timely fruit in us Again, let us mark how strong and invincible an Argument may be gathered out of this text against all contemners and despisers of the word, such as care not for hearing: cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 vvi p-acp pno12, cs pn31 vvb av j cc j n1 p-acp pno12 av, vvb pno12 vvi c-crq j cc j dt n1 vmb vbi vvn av pp-f d n1 p-acp d n1 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, d c-acp vvb xx p-acp vvg: (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 28
294 these three sortes of hearers are before them, and neerer to Christianitie then they, & yet come short: these three sorts of hearers Are before them, and nearer to Christianity then they, & yet come short: d crd n2 pp-f n2 vbr p-acp pno32, cc av-jc p-acp np1 cs pns32, cc av vvb j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 28
295 therefore it must needes follow, that such ignorant Atheistes, as neither knowe, nor desire to knowe any thing aboue this world, are very farre from God, Therefore it must needs follow, that such ignorant Atheists, as neither know, nor desire to know any thing above this world, Are very Far from God, av pn31 vmb av vvi, cst d j n2, c-acp dx vvb, ccx n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp d n1, vbr av av-j p-acp np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 28
296 although they would seeme with their mouth and lippes to draw neere vnto him. although they would seem with their Mouth and lips to draw near unto him. cs pns32 vmd vvi p-acp po32 n1 cc n2 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 28
297 For if this matter were well obserued, men would not regard nor haue those men in estimation to be good and honest, who are very dogs or swine, not regarding the precious pearle of the Gospel, For if this matter were well observed, men would not regard nor have those men in estimation to be good and honest, who Are very Dogs or Swine, not regarding the precious pearl of the Gospel, p-acp cs d n1 vbdr av vvn, n2 vmd xx vvi ccx vhb d n2 p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi j cc j, r-crq vbr j n2 cc n1, xx vvg dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 28
298 but ready to barke and bite at those which bring it. but ready to bark and bite At those which bring it. cc-acp j pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp d r-crq vvb pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 28
299 Let a man inquire thus, not of a few, but of the greatest part of men, Let a man inquire thus, not of a few, but of the greatest part of men, vvb dt n1 vvb av, xx pp-f dt d, cc-acp pp-f dt js n1 pp-f n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 28
300 how say ye to such a man, what thinke ye of him? he is (say they) a very good man, a good natured man, a gentle person, trusty to his friend, sure of his word, how say you to such a man, what think you of him? he is (say they) a very good man, a good natured man, a gentle person, trusty to his friend, sure of his word, q-crq vvb pn22 p-acp d dt n1, q-crq vvb pn22 pp-f pno31? pns31 vbz (vvb pns32) dt j j n1, dt j j-vvn n1, dt j n1, j p-acp po31 n1, j pp-f po31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 28
301 and doth keepe as good an house as any man of his calling in all this shire. and does keep as good an house as any man of his calling in all this shire. cc vdz vvi p-acp j dt n1 c-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg p-acp d d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 29
302 But how is he affected vnto Gods word: But how is he affected unto God's word: p-acp q-crq vbz pns31 vvn p-acp npg1 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 29
303 is he zealous in religion? Nay surely, I did neuer heare that he did deale that way, he is a very quiet man, no medler at all. is he zealous in Religion? Nay surely, I did never hear that he did deal that Way, he is a very quiet man, no meddler At all. vbz pns31 j p-acp n1? uh-x av-j, pns11 vdd av-x vvi cst pns31 vdd vvi d n1, pns31 vbz dt j j-jn n1, dx n1 p-acp d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 29
304 O notable honest man, as deuout in the lawes of God as the horse which hee rideth vpon, O notable honest man, as devout in the laws of God as the horse which he rides upon, sy j j n1, c-acp j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 29
305 as carefull to haue Gods glorie aduaunced, as the swine in the stie, a great deale behinde these vnprofitable hearers, which are castawaies: as careful to have God's glory advanced, as the Swine in the sty, a great deal behind these unprofitable hearers, which Are castaways: c-acp j pc-acp vhi n2 n1 vvn, c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 p-acp d j n2, r-crq vbr n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 29
306 and yet forsooth being very bruit beastes before God (in the state they bee in yet, and yet forsooth being very bruit beasts before God (in the state they be in yet, cc av uh vbg av n1 n2 p-acp np1 (p-acp dt n1 pns32 vbb p-acp av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 29
307 vnlesse the Lord call them to be zealous of his glorie) they must bee reputed for the best men. unless the Lord call them to be zealous of his glory) they must be reputed for the best men. cs dt n1 vvb pno32 pc-acp vbi j pp-f po31 n1) pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt js n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 29
308 Our fieldes are full of such cattell as these, & if the Lord doe not put to his helping hand, our case is very miserable. Our fields Are full of such cattle as these, & if the Lord do not put to his helping hand, our case is very miserable. po12 n2 vbr j pp-f d n2 c-acp d, cc cs dt n1 vdb xx vvi p-acp po31 j-vvg n1, po12 n1 vbz av j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 29
309 If any of those which were so zealous to heare, that they would to their hinderance in worldly matters leaue on their businesse, If any of those which were so zealous to hear, that they would to their hindrance in worldly matters leave on their business, cs d pp-f d r-crq vbdr av j pc-acp vvi, cst pns32 vmd p-acp po32 n1 p-acp j n2 vvb p-acp po32 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 29
310 & followe preaching, as these which flocked to heare Christ, were yet neuertheles reiected, because they did not sincerely as they should: & follow preaching, as these which flocked to hear christ, were yet nevertheless rejected, Because they did not sincerely as they should: cc vvb vvg, c-acp d r-crq vvd pc-acp vvi np1, vbdr av av vvn, c-acp pns32 vdd xx av-j c-acp pns32 vmd: (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 29
311 what shal we say of those which will not step out at their doores, euen when they haue nothing to doe, what shall we say of those which will not step out At their doors, even when they have nothing to do, r-crq vmb pns12 vvi pp-f d r-crq vmb xx vvi av p-acp po32 n2, av c-crq pns32 vhb pix pc-acp vdi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 29
312 vnles it be to sit at cards or tables? If such a man may bee damned, unless it be to fit At cards or tables? If such a man may be damned, cs pn31 vbb pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 cc n2? cs d dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 29
313 as is moued with some delight, when he heareth the worde preached: as is moved with Some delight, when he hears the word preached: c-acp vbz vvn p-acp d n1, c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 vvd: (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 29
314 what shall we iudge of those woodden blockes & sottish men, who feele no more ioy in it then a post, what shall we judge of those wooden blocks & sottish men, who feel no more joy in it then a post, r-crq vmb pns12 vvi pp-f d j n2 cc j n2, r-crq vvb av-dx dc n1 p-acp pn31 av dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 29
315 whē it is vttered vnto them? If there be some goe to destruction, which conforme themselues & haue a shew of fruite by the worde: when it is uttered unto them? If there be Some go to destruction, which conform themselves & have a show of fruit by the word: c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno32? cs pc-acp vbb d vvb p-acp n1, r-crq vvi px32 cc vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 29
316 where shall those wretches appeare, whom the holie word of God cannot mooue one whit, to reforme their disordered and beastly behauiours. where shall those wretches appear, whom the holy word of God cannot move one whit, to reform their disordered and beastly behaviours. c-crq vmb d n2 vvi, r-crq dt j n1 pp-f np1 vmbx vvi crd n1, pc-acp vvi po32 j-vvn cc j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 30
317 Ineede not stand to inueigh out of this place against those hellish helhounds, which dare open their mouthes to reproch and slander the setting forth of the Gospell. Indeed not stand to inveigh out of this place against those hellish hellhounds, which Dare open their mouths to reproach and slander the setting forth of the Gospel. n1 xx vvi pc-acp vvi av pp-f d n1 p-acp d j n2, r-crq vvb vvi po32 n2 p-acp n1 cc vvi dt n-vvg av pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 30
318 The Lord diminish the number of them. The Lord diminish the number of them. dt n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 30
319 The last kind of ground, are the good hearers, which do not onlie receiue the seed, The last kind of ground, Are the good hearers, which do not only receive the seed, dt ord n1 pp-f n1, vbr dt j n2, r-crq vdb xx av-j vvi dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 30
320 but also bring foorth the fruites thereof. but also bring forth the fruits thereof. cc-acp av vvi av dt n2 av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 30
321 Although not euery one alike or in the same measure, for some bring forth an hundreth folde, some sixtie folde, some thirtie folde, according to the measure of Gods graces in them. Although not every one alike or in the same measure, for Some bring forth an Hundredth fold, Some sixtie fold, Some thirtie fold, according to the measure of God's graces in them. cs xx d pi av-j cc p-acp dt d n1, p-acp d vvb av dt ord n1, d crd n1, d crd n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 30
322 Although heer be great ods in bringing foorth the fruites yet they be all accepted and accounted for good ground, true Christians, and sincere professors of Godlinesse: Although her be great ods in bringing forth the fruits yet they be all accepted and accounted for good ground, true Christians, and sincere professors of Godliness: cs po31 vbi j n2 p-acp vvg av dt n2 av pns32 vbb d vvn cc vvn p-acp j n1, j np1, cc j n2 pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 30
323 now as we be taught heere that it is required of all to be doers, now as we be taught Here that it is required of all to be doers, av c-acp pns12 vbb vvn av cst pn31 vbz vvn pp-f d pc-acp vbi n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 30
324 as Saint Iames saith, and not hearers only, chap. 1. ver. 22. so are we also taught, not to despise or rashlie to condemne those, which doe not bring foorth so great a measure of fruit as others do: as Saint James Says, and not hearers only, chap. 1. ver. 22. so Are we also taught, not to despise or rashly to condemn those, which do not bring forth so great a measure of fruit as Others do: c-acp n1 np1 vvz, cc xx n2 av-j, n1 crd fw-la. crd av vbr pns12 av vvn, xx pc-acp vvi cc av-j pc-acp vvi d, r-crq vdb xx vvi av av j dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2-jn vdb: (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 30
325 True it is, as Christ saith, herein is my Father glorified, that yee bring foorth much fruit. Ioh. 15.8. True it is, as christ Says, herein is my Father glorified, that ye bring forth much fruit. John 15.8. j pn31 vbz, c-acp np1 vvz, av vbz po11 n1 vvn, cst pn22 vvb av d n1. np1 crd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 30
326 But it is also as true which he saith in the seconde verse of the same chapter, Euery branch that bringeth foorth fruit, he purgeth, that it may bring foorth more fruite. But it is also as true which he Says in the seconde verse of the same chapter, Every branch that brings forth fruit, he Purgeth, that it may bring forth more fruit. p-acp pn31 vbz av p-acp j r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt d n1, d n1 cst vvz av n1, pns31 vvz, cst pn31 vmb vvi av dc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 30
327 Then to bring foorth most, is most of all to be desired, that God may haue the greatest glorie: Then to bring forth most, is most of all to be desired, that God may have the greatest glory: av pc-acp vvi av ds, vbz av-ds pp-f d pc-acp vbi vvn, cst np1 vmb vhi dt js n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 30
328 to bring forth the least is not to bee contemned, because the Lord in time doth purge them, & make them more fruitfull. to bring forth the least is not to be contemned, Because the Lord in time does purge them, & make them more fruitful. pc-acp vvi av dt ds vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 vdz vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32 av-dc j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 31
329 I need not to stand heere for to handle many things, or to make large exposition, the matter is exceeding plain, there is no more but this, that all our care in hearing and professing the Gospell, bee to receiue it into good ground, I need not to stand Here for to handle many things, or to make large exposition, the matter is exceeding plain, there is no more but this, that all our care in hearing and professing the Gospel, be to receive it into good ground, pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi av p-acp pc-acp vvi d n2, cc pc-acp vvi j n1, dt n1 vbz av-vvg j, pc-acp vbz dx dc p-acp d, cst d po12 n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg dt n1, vbb pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 31
330 & to bring forth the fruites thereof. & to bring forth the fruits thereof. cc pc-acp vvi av dt n2 av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 31
331 What should I stand to rip vp the shamefull abuse in the contrarie, to vtter how manie euill fruits there be in manie which are Gospellers. What should I stand to rip up the shameful abuse in the contrary, to utter how many evil fruits there be in many which Are Evangelists. q-crq vmd pns11 vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n-jn, pc-acp vvi c-crq d j-jn n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp d r-crq vbr n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 31
332 This should be but as it were to light a candle in the cleare Sunshine, for all men doe see them. This should be but as it were to Light a candle in the clear Sunshine, for all men do see them. d vmd vbi cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbdr pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp d n2 vdb vvi pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 31
333 I doe not speake this, as though it should not bee good to cry out against them: I do not speak this, as though it should not be good to cry out against them: pns11 vdb xx vvi d, c-acp cs pn31 vmd xx vbi j pc-acp vvi av p-acp pno32: (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 31
334 but because the former things which I haue now vttered, doe fully disclose them. but Because the former things which I have now uttered, do Fully disclose them. cc-acp c-acp dt j n2 r-crq pns11 vhb av vvn, vdb av-j vvi pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 31
335 And therefore I will heere ende, desiring the Lord to write these things in our hearts, which wee haue heard with our outwarde eares, And Therefore I will Here end, desiring the Lord to write these things in our hearts, which we have herd with our outward ears, cc av pns11 vmb av vvi, vvg dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp po12 n2, r-crq pns12 vhb vvn p-acp po12 j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 31
336 and to make vs good ground, to receiue the heauenly seed, and to bring forth fruits of the same, that glorifying him in this world, we may be glorifyed of him in the world to come, through Iesus Christ our Lord, Amen. FINIS. and to make us good ground, to receive the heavenly seed, and to bring forth fruits of the same, that glorifying him in this world, we may be glorified of him in the world to come, through Iesus christ our Lord, Amen. FINIS. cc pc-acp vvi pno12 j n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cc pc-acp vvi av n2 pp-f dt d, cst vvg pno31 p-acp d n1, pns12 vmb vbi vvn pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, p-acp np1 np1 po12 n1, uh-n. fw-la. (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 31
337 TWO SERMONS VPON THE 1. Peter 5. vers. 8. and 9. Wherein is shewed that the diuell is to be resisted only by astedfast faith, TWO SERMONS UPON THE 1. Peter 5. vers. 8. and 9. Wherein is showed that the Devil is to be resisted only by astedfast faith, crd n2 p-acp dt crd np1 crd fw-la. crd cc crd q-crq vbz vvn cst dt n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av-j p-acp j n1, (5) sermons (DIV1) 17 Page 33
338 how soeuer he commeth either, against soule or bodie and that whosoeuer hath once attained the true and liuelie faith, it can neuer bee vtterly lost, how soever he comes either, against soul or body and that whosoever hath once attained the true and lively faith, it can never be utterly lost, c-crq av pns31 vvz d, p-acp n1 cc n1 cc cst r-crq vhz a-acp vvn dt j cc j n1, pn31 vmb av-x vbi av-j vvn, (5) sermons (DIV1) 17 Page 33
339 but he is sure to get the victerie. but he is sure to get the victerie. cc-acp pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1. (5) sermons (DIV1) 17 Page 33
340 The first Sermon. Be sober and watch: for your aduersarie the diuel, as aroaring Lyon walketh about, seeking whō he may deuour: The First Sermon. Be Sobrium and watch: for your adversary the Devil, as aroaring lion walks about, seeking whom he may devour: dt ord n1. vbb j cc n1: c-acp po22 n1 dt n1, c-acp j-vvg n1 vvz a-acp, vvg ro-crq pns31 vmb vvi: (6) sermon (DIV2) 17 Page 33
341 whome resist stedfast in the faith. 1. Pet. 5. verse. 8.9. whom resist steadfast in the faith. 1. Pet. 5. verse. 8.9. r-crq vvb j p-acp dt n1. crd np1 crd n1. crd. (6) sermon (DIV2) 17 Page 33
342 BLessed Peter an Apostle of Iesus Christ, wrote this Epistle to the Christian Iewes which dwelt as strangers dispersed here and there in sundrie countries, BLessed Peter an Apostle of Iesus christ, wrote this Epistle to the Christian Iewes which dwelled as Strangers dispersed Here and there in sundry countries, j-vvn np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, vvd d n1 p-acp dt njp np2 r-crq vvd p-acp n2 vvn av cc a-acp p-acp j n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 33
343 as in Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia. as in Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bythynia. c-acp p-acp np1, np1, np1, np1, cc np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 33
344 For the ten tribes were scattered of old time, and had dwelt long among the Gentiles in many kingdoms, being caried away by Shalmaneser king of Ashur, out of their owne lande, For the ten tribes were scattered of old time, and had dwelled long among the Gentiles in many kingdoms, being carried away by Shalmaneser King of Ashur, out of their own land, p-acp dt crd n2 vbdr vvn pp-f j n1, cc vhd vvn av-j p-acp dt n2-j p-acp d n2, vbg vvn av p-acp np1 n1 pp-f np1, av pp-f po32 d n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 33
345 as wee read 2. King. 17. And of somewhat later times manie of the tribe of Iuda and Beniamin were also dispersed among the heathen: as we read 2. King. 17. And of somewhat later times many of the tribe of Iuda and Benjamin were also dispersed among the heathen: c-acp pns12 vvb crd n1. crd cc pp-f av jc n2 d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1 vbdr av vvn p-acp dt j-jn: (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 34
346 so that S. Iames wrothis epistle in like maner to the twelue tribes which were in the dispersion, Iames 1. ver. 1. These dispersed Iewes came vp out of all landes at certaine solemne feastes, so that S. James wrothis epistle in like manner to the twelue tribes which were in the dispersion, James 1. ver. 1. These dispersed Iewes Come up out of all Lands At certain solemn feasts, av cst np1 np1 n1 n1 p-acp j n1 p-acp dt crd n2 r-crq vbdr p-acp dt n1, np1 crd fw-la. crd np1 vvd np2 vvd a-acp av pp-f d n2 p-acp j j n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 34
347 vnto Ierusalem for to worship there according to the law of Moses, and there had they heard the Apostles preach Christ, unto Ierusalem for to worship there according to the law of Moses, and there had they herd the Apostles preach christ, p-acp np1 p-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc a-acp vhd pns32 vvd dt n2 vvb np1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 34
348 as ye may see by that which is written Act. 2. and beleeued in him: and vnto them that so beleeued S. Iames and S. Peter directed their Epistles. as you may see by that which is written Act. 2. and believed in him: and unto them that so believed S. James and S. Peter directed their Epistles. c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d r-crq vbz vvn n1 crd cc vvn p-acp pno31: cc p-acp pno32 cst av vvd n1 np1 cc np1 np1 vvd po32 n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 34
349 Touching the matters handled in this Epistle of Peter, we are to note that the holy Apostle dealeth principallie about the duties of christian life: Touching the matters handled in this Epistle of Peter, we Are to note that the holy Apostle deals principally about the duties of christian life: vvg dt n2 vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vbr p-acp n1 cst dt j n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f njp n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 34
350 as namelie, the times being then full of troubles and terrour of persecutions, hee laboureth to make them bolde, patient, constant and cheerefull in all afflictions and sufferinges, which they were to passe through to come to the partaking of the heauenly glory with Christ. as namely, the times being then full of Troubles and terror of persecutions, he Laboureth to make them bold, patient, constant and cheerful in all afflictions and sufferings, which they were to pass through to come to the partaking of the heavenly glory with christ. c-acp av, dt n2 vbg av j pp-f n2 cc n1 pp-f n2, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno32 j, j, j cc j p-acp d n2 cc n2, r-crq pns32 vbdr pc-acp vvi p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n1 p-acp np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 34
351 Also hee vseth manie graue and forcible reasons to mooue them vnto true holinesse, euen to walke in the vertues of the spirit of grace, Also he uses many graven and forcible Reasons to move them unto true holiness, even to walk in the Virtues of the Spirit of grace, av pns31 vvz d j cc j n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp j n1, av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 34
352 and to bring foorth fruites worthie of so high a calling. and to bring forth fruits worthy of so high a calling. cc pc-acp vvi av n2 j pp-f av j dt n-vvg. (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 34
353 But first of all he openeth as it were the fountaine and beginning of all good actions in man, that is, But First of all he Openeth as it were the fountain and beginning of all good actions in man, that is, p-acp ord pp-f d pns31 vvz c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n2 p-acp n1, cst vbz, (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 34
354 how God of his great mercie had chosen them, and begotten them in Christ to bee his children and heires of glory. how God of his great mercy had chosen them, and begotten them in christ to be his children and Heirs of glory. c-crq np1 pp-f po31 j n1 vhd vvn pno32, cc vvn pno32 p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi po31 n2 cc n2 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 34
355 Among these perswasions, admonitions, and exhortations of the Apostle, this is one which I haue read vnto you, Among these persuasions, admonitions, and exhortations of the Apostle, this is one which I have read unto you, p-acp d n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1, d vbz pi r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn22, (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 34
356 and which I am now to handle. It may bee diuided into three partes: and which I am now to handle. It may be divided into three parts: cc r-crq pns11 vbm av pc-acp vvi. pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp crd n2: (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 34
357 Of which the first is an admonition, or an exhortation, wherby he stirreth vp all the faithfull vnto sobriety and watchfulnes, in these wordes, Be sober and watch. The second part sheweth what cause there is to moue all men vnto this sobriety and watchfulnes, Of which the First is an admonition, or an exhortation, whereby he stirs up all the faithful unto sobriety and watchfulness, in these words, Be Sobrium and watch. The second part shows what cause there is to move all men unto this sobriety and watchfulness, pp-f r-crq dt ord vbz dt n1, cc dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvz a-acp d dt j p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp d n2, vbb j cc n1. dt ord n1 vvz r-crq n1 pc-acp vbz pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp d n1 cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 35
358 or how much it standeth them euery way vpon, seeing they haue so terrible and so cruell an aduersary, who continuallie seeketh their eternall woe and destruction: which is in these wordes: or how much it Stands them every Way upon, seeing they have so terrible and so cruel an adversary, who continually seeks their Eternal woe and destruction: which is in these words: cc c-crq av-d pn31 vvz pno32 d n1 p-acp, vvg pns32 vhb av j cc av j dt n1, r-crq av-j vvz po32 j n1 cc n1: r-crq vbz p-acp d n2: (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 35
359 For your aduersarie the diuell, as a roaring Lion walketh about, seeking whom hee may deuoure. For your adversary the Devil, as a roaring lion walks about, seeking whom he may devour. p-acp po22 n1 dt n1, c-acp dt j-vvg n1 vvz a-acp, vvg r-crq pns31 vmb vvi. (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 35
360 The thirde and last parte doth teach howe wee shall withstand him, ouercome him, and put him to flight, that so wee may escape from his cruell tyranny: The Third and last part does teach how we shall withstand him, overcome him, and put him to flight, that so we may escape from his cruel tyranny: dt ord cc ord n1 vdz vvi c-crq pns12 vmb vvi pno31, vvb pno31, cc vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi, cst av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po31 j n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 35
361 which is in these words, Whom resist stedfast in the faith. which is in these words, Whom resist steadfast in the faith. r-crq vbz p-acp d n2, r-crq vvb j p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 35
362 All men may easilie see, that the matter which wee haue here to deale in, is of the greatest moment. All men may Easily see, that the matter which we have Here to deal in, is of the greatest moment. d n2 vmb av-j vvi, cst dt n1 r-crq pns12 vhb av pc-acp vvi p-acp, vbz pp-f dt js n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 35
363 If a man haue landes or goods, and perceiue that he hath an aduersary which lyeth in wait, If a man have Lands or goods, and perceive that he hath an adversary which lies in wait, cs dt n1 vhi n2 cc n2-j, cc vvb cst pns31 vhz dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 35
364 and seeketh to depriue him of the same, it will mooue him to take heed, and seeks to deprive him of the same, it will move him to take heed, cc vvz pc-acp vvi pno31 pp-f dt d, pn31 vmb vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 35
365 and it wil set him on worke, to seeke all the wayes and meanes hee can to learne how hee may defend and hold his right. and it will Set him on work, to seek all the ways and means he can to Learn how he may defend and hold his right. cc pn31 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi d dt n2 cc n2 pns31 vmb pc-acp vvi c-crq pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi po31 n-jn. (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 35
366 If a man do knowe that his enemie doth continuallie seeke all opportunitie and all occasions howe hee may set vpon him vnawares, If a man do know that his enemy does continually seek all opportunity and all occasions how he may Set upon him unawares, cs dt n1 vdb vvi cst po31 n1 vdz av-j vvi d n1 cc d n2 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 av-j, (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 35
367 and with the greatest aduantages be can, to take away his life: and with the greatest advantages be can, to take away his life: cc p-acp dt js n2 vbb n1, pc-acp vvi av po31 n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 35
368 will he not watch and take heed? yea will he not bee glad to learne how he may so arme and strengthen himselfe that hee may withstand his saide cruell enemie when hee commeth? Here is a farre greater matter, not the losse of goods or landes, will he not watch and take heed? yea will he not be glad to Learn how he may so arm and strengthen himself that he may withstand his said cruel enemy when he comes? Here is a Far greater matter, not the loss of goods or Lands, vmb pns31 xx vvi cc vvi n1? uh vmb pns31 xx vbi j pc-acp vvi c-crq pns31 vmb av vvi cc vvi px31 cst pns31 vmb vvi po31 j-vvn j n1 c-crq pns31 vvz? av vbz dt av-j jc n1, xx dt n1 pp-f n2-j cc n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 36
369 or of this fraile life, but the destruction of both body and soule in eternall damnation, which is sought by a very mightie, subtill and cruell enemie. or of this frail life, but the destruction of both body and soul in Eternal damnation, which is sought by a very mighty, subtle and cruel enemy. cc pp-f d j n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 p-acp j n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt j j, j cc j n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 36
370 I know therefore that so many as haue any sparke of true wisedom, wil be very attentiue to hearken to this exhortation of the Apostle, I know Therefore that so many as have any spark of true Wisdom, will be very attentive to harken to this exhortation of the Apostle, pns11 vvb av cst av av-d c-acp vhb d n1 pp-f j n1, vmb vbi av j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 36
371 and willing to learne how they may be kept safe from so great a danger. and willing to Learn how they may be kept safe from so great a danger. cc j pc-acp vvi c-crq pns32 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp av j dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 36
372 For how foolish a thing is it, that we should bee so carefull to beware of men, that they may not harm vs, which is but in lighter matters, For how foolish a thing is it, that we should be so careful to beware of men, that they may not harm us, which is but in lighter matters, p-acp c-crq j dt n1 vbz pn31, cst pns12 vmd vbi av j pc-acp vvi pp-f n2, cst pns32 vmb xx vvi pno12, r-crq vbz p-acp p-acp jc n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 36
373 & in the mean time haue no regard how to beware of diuels, which seek our eternal wo and miserie? Hearken therfore (beloued) vnto this wholsome instruction: & in the mean time have no regard how to beware of Devils, which seek our Eternal woe and misery? Harken Therefore (Beloved) unto this wholesome instruction: cc p-acp dt j n1 vhb dx n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f n2, r-crq vvb po12 j n1 cc n1? vvb av (vvn) p-acp d j n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 36
374 for nowe will I come to handle euery member by it selfe. for now will I come to handle every member by it self. c-acp av vmb pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pn31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 18 Page 36
375 Be sober and watch. Watching to this end that we may keep our selues out of danger, is the chiefe and principall matter of this exhortation: Be Sobrium and watch. Watching to this end that we may keep our selves out of danger, is the chief and principal matter of this exhortation: vbb j cc n1. vvg p-acp d n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 av pp-f n1, vbz dt j-jn cc j-jn n1 pp-f d n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 36
376 and because no man can bee fit to watch vnlesse hee bee sober, hee ioyneth them both together, and Because no man can be fit to watch unless he be Sobrium, he Joineth them both together, cc c-acp dx n1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi cs pns31 vbb j, pns31 vvz pno32 d av, (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 36
377 and saith vnto vs, Be sober and watch. It is in vaine to call vpon drunken men to watch, and Says unto us, Be Sobrium and watch. It is in vain to call upon drunken men to watch, cc vvz p-acp pno12, vbb j cc n1. pn31 vbz p-acp j pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi, (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 36
378 for sleep will soone oppresse them: hee that is sober, hee may watch: for sleep will soon oppress them: he that is Sobrium, he may watch: p-acp n1 vmb av vvi pno32: pns31 cst vbz j, pns31 vmb vvi: (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 36
379 Be sober therefore (saith the Apostle) and watch. For our further instruction in this point, wee are to remember, that there bee two kindes of drunkennesse, two kindes of sobernesse, two sortes of sleeping, Be Sobrium Therefore (Says the Apostle) and watch. For our further instruction in this point, we Are to Remember, that there be two Kinds of Drunkenness, two Kinds of soberness, two sorts of sleeping, vbb j av (vvz dt n1) cc n1. p-acp po12 jc n1 p-acp d n1, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi, cst pc-acp vbi crd n2 pp-f n1, crd n2 pp-f n1, crd n2 pp-f vvg, (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 36
380 and two sorts of watching, the one of the boby, the other of the minde. and two sorts of watching, the one of the Boby, the other of the mind. cc crd n2 pp-f vvg, dt crd pp-f dt n1, dt n-jn pp-f dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 36
381 Hee that with excesse and ryote powreth in wine and strong drinke vntill he be drunken, his senses are then oppressed, drowsinesse cōmeth vpon him, He that with excess and riot poureth in wine and strong drink until he be drunken, his Senses Are then oppressed, drowsiness comes upon him, pns31 cst p-acp n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp n1 cc j n1 c-acp pns31 vbb j, po31 n2 vbr av vvn, n1 vvz p-acp pno31, (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 37
382 and he falleth into a sound sleep, his aduersary may come vpon him and doe vnto him what he will: and he falls into a found sleep, his adversary may come upon him and do unto him what he will: cc pns31 vvz p-acp dt j n1, po31 n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 cc vdb p-acp pno31 r-crq pns31 vmb: (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 37
383 this we all knowe to be true. He that keepeth himselfe in sobrietie, & is not ouercome with wine or strong drink, this we all know to be true. He that Keepeth himself in sobriety, & is not overcome with wine or strong drink, d pns12 d vvb pc-acp vbi j. pns31 cst vvz px31 p-acp n1, cc vbz xx vvn p-acp n1 cc j n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 37
384 but vseth them moderately, he can, if need bee, watch for to eschue and withstand perilles and dangers. but uses them moderately, he can, if need be, watch for to eschew and withstand perils and dangers. cc-acp vvz pno32 av-j, pns31 vmb, cs n1 vbi, vvb p-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2 cc n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 37
385 Now as the bodie is made drunken with wine, or strong drinke, so is the mind oppressed and made drunken with earthly cares, with carnal pleasures, with euil lustes and vaine delightes, which bring a drowsinesse vpon it and a dead sleepe, Now as the body is made drunken with wine, or strong drink, so is the mind oppressed and made drunken with earthly Cares, with carnal pleasures, with evil lusts and vain delights, which bring a drowsiness upon it and a dead sleep, av c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn j p-acp n1, cc j n1, av vbz dt n1 vvn cc vvd j p-acp j n2, p-acp j n2, p-acp j-jn n2 cc j n2, r-crq vvb dt n1 p-acp pn31 cc dt j n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 37
386 so that the spirituall enemie may come vnto it at pleasure to doe what he will. so that the spiritual enemy may come unto it At pleasure to do what he will. av cst dt j n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp n1 pc-acp vdi r-crq pns31 vmb. (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 37
387 On the contrary part hee that keepeth his mind sober touching those cares and pleasures, On the contrary part he that Keepeth his mind Sobrium touching those Cares and pleasures, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pns31 cst vvz po31 n1 j vvg d n2 cc n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 37
388 so that hee is not oppressed nor drowned in them, he can watch, to auoyd the spirituall dangers. so that he is not oppressed nor drowned in them, he can watch, to avoid the spiritual dangers. av cst pns31 vbz xx vvn ccx vvn p-acp pno32, pns31 vmb vvi, pc-acp vvi dt j n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 37
389 This then is the thing which Saint Peter doth exhort vnto, that we cast out cares and vain pleasures out of our minde, that they make it not drunken, This then is the thing which Saint Peter does exhort unto, that we cast out Cares and vain pleasures out of our mind, that they make it not drunken, np1 av vbz dt n1 r-crq n1 np1 vdz vvi p-acp, cst pns12 vvd av n2 cc j n2 av pp-f po12 n1, cst pns32 vvb pn31 xx j, (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 37
390 and cast it into a sleepe, and so into extreame perill, but that it may continue sober and fit to watch against all spirituall dangers. and cast it into a sleep, and so into extreme peril, but that it may continue Sobrium and fit to watch against all spiritual dangers. cc vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1, cc av p-acp j-jn n1, cc-acp cst pn31 vmb vvi j cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 37
391 Our Sauiour Christ doth teach that the heauenly seed is choked with cares & pleasures of this life; Our Saviour christ does teach that the heavenly seed is choked with Cares & pleasures of this life; po12 n1 np1 vdz vvi cst dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1; (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 37
392 Luk. 8 verse 14. And if any shall now demaunde, Doth S. Peter exhort here only vnto that sobrietie of the mind? or is it his purpose to exhort vnto sobrietie in drinking also, together with that other? I aunswere that he requireth both: Luk. 8 verse 14. And if any shall now demand, Does S. Peter exhort Here only unto that sobriety of the mind? or is it his purpose to exhort unto sobriety in drinking also, together with that other? I answer that he requires both: np1 crd n1 crd cc cs d vmb av vvi, vdz n1 np1 vvi av av-j p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1? cc vbz pn31 po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp vvg av, av p-acp d j-jn? pns11 vvb cst pns31 vvz d: (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 37
393 in as much as a man cannot haue a sober and watchfull minde which doth follow the drunkennesse of the body. in as much as a man cannot have a Sobrium and watchful mind which does follow the Drunkenness of the body. p-acp p-acp d c-acp dt n1 vmbx vhi dt j cc j n1 r-crq vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 38
394 For such as be giuen to gluttony and drunkennesse, or to take pleasure in pampering the flesh, their minde is drowned in all lustes and carnall pleasures, For such as be given to gluttony and Drunkenness, or to take pleasure in pampering the Flesh, their mind is drowned in all lusts and carnal pleasures, p-acp d c-acp vbb vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp vvg dt n1, po32 n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n2 cc j n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 38
395 and then cares doe also enter, how they may prouide for the filling of those insatiable lustes: and then Cares do also enter, how they may provide for the filling of those insatiable lusts: cc av n2 vdb av vvi, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d j n2: (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 38
396 and so their minde is also drunken and in a deade sleep, so that they cannot watch for to eschew any spirituall danger. and so their mind is also drunken and in a dead sleep, so that they cannot watch for to eschew any spiritual danger. cc av po32 n1 vbz av j cc p-acp dt j n1, av cst pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp pc-acp vvi d j n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 38
397 This is the extreame miserie of such as doe flowe in vaine delightes, that they bee drunken and asleepe, the diuell may put into them almost what he list. This is the extreme misery of such as do flow in vain delights, that they be drunken and asleep, the Devil may put into them almost what he list. d vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f d c-acp vdb vvi p-acp j n2, cst pns32 vbb j cc j, dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 av r-crq pns31 vvd. (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 38
398 And therefore our Sauiour Christ warning his disciples to watch for his comming to iudgment, willeth them first to beware least at any time their hearts should be oppressed with surfetting and drunkennesse, And Therefore our Saviour christ warning his Disciples to watch for his coming to judgement, wills them First to beware lest At any time their hearts should be oppressed with surfeiting and Drunkenness, cc av po12 n1 np1 vvg po31 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp n1, vvz pno32 ord pc-acp vvi cs p-acp d n1 po32 n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp vvg cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 38
399 and with the cares of this life, and so that day should come suddainly vpon them, Luke 21. vers. 34.36. and with the Cares of this life, and so that day should come suddenly upon them, Lycia 21. vers. 34.36. cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc av d n1 vmd vvi av-j p-acp pno32, av crd zz. crd. (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 38
400 Where we see plainlie that our Sauiour ioyneth both the bodilie drunkennesse, and the drunkennesse of the mind together, Where we see plainly that our Saviour Joineth both the bodily Drunkenness, and the Drunkenness of the mind together, c-crq pns12 vvb av-j d po12 n1 vvz d dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av, (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 38
401 as making men vtterly vnfit to watch. as making men utterly unfit to watch. c-acp vvg n2 av-j j-u pc-acp vvi. (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 38
402 Then beloued, let vs giue good heed, and follow this wholsome counsell which the holie Ghost doth here giue vnto vs by this Apostle. Then Beloved, let us give good heed, and follow this wholesome counsel which the holy Ghost does Here give unto us by this Apostle. cs j-vvn, vvb pno12 vvi j n1, cc vvi d j n1 r-crq dt j n1 vdz av vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 38
403 If we watch not, we are vtterly vndone, we are vtterly cast away, as it shall appeare by the next words. If we watch not, we Are utterly undone, we Are utterly cast away, as it shall appear by the next words. cs pns12 vvb xx, pns12 vbr av-j vvn, pns12 vbr av-j vvn av, c-acp pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 38
404 We cannot watch vnlesse wee keepe our mindes from the drunkennesse of cares and carnall pleasures, We cannot watch unless we keep our minds from the Drunkenness of Cares and carnal pleasures, pns12 vmbx vvi cs pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc j n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 38
405 and our bodies from excesse of wine and strong drink, and continue them sober. And thus much touching the first part. Now to the second: and our bodies from excess of wine and strong drink, and continue them Sobrium. And thus much touching the First part. Now to the second: cc po12 n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1, cc vvi pno32 j. cc av av-d vvg dt ord n1. av p-acp dt ord: (6) sermon (DIV2) 19 Page 38
406 For your aduersary the diuell, &c. If we be not senselesse, & voyd of all care, For your adversary the Devil, etc. If we be not senseless, & void of all care, p-acp po22 n1 dt n1, av cs pns12 vbb xx j, cc j pp-f d n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 39
407 yea euen as stones almost or blockes, if we be not like mad men, this may mooue vs vnto all sobrietie and watchsulnesse of minde, here is so fearfull and so horrible a danger set before vs, yea even as stones almost or blocks, if we be not like mad men, this may move us unto all sobriety and watchsulnesse of mind, Here is so fearful and so horrible a danger Set before us, uh av c-acp n2 av cc n2, cs pns12 vbb xx av-j j n2, d vmb vvi pno12 p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, av vbz av j cc av j dt n1 vvn p-acp pno12, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 39
408 if we do not watch, namelie, that our cruell enemie the diuell seeketh about continually, if we do not watch, namely, that our cruel enemy the Devil seeks about continually, cs pns12 vdb xx vvi, av, cst po12 j n1 dt n1 vvz a-acp av-j, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 39
409 and lieth in waite greedilie to deuoure our soules, yea euen to swallow vs vp vnto eternall damnation in hell. and lies in wait greedily to devour our Souls, yea even to swallow us up unto Eternal damnation in hell. cc vvz p-acp vvi av-j pc-acp vvi po12 n2, uh j pc-acp vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp j n1 p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 39
410 Is it a light matter (beloued) to be deuoured of the diuell? Is it nothing to goe to hell? we are sure to fall into his handes, wee are sure to bee deuoured and swallowed vp into the wofull gulfe of hell, Is it a Light matter (Beloved) to be devoured of the Devil? Is it nothing to go to hell? we Are sure to fallen into his hands, we Are sure to be devoured and swallowed up into the woeful gulf of hell, vbz pn31 dt j n1 (vvn) pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt n1? vbz pn31 pix p-acp vvi p-acp n1? pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2, pns12 vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 39
411 if wee doe not learne to be sober and to watch, and so to auoyd him: if we do not Learn to be Sobrium and to watch, and so to avoid him: cs pns12 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vbi j cc pc-acp vvi, cc av pc-acp vvi pno31: (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 39
412 for if we be drunken and so asleep in mind, he commeth vpon vs, and there is no helpe nor any way to escape him. for if we be drunken and so asleep in mind, he comes upon us, and there is no help nor any Way to escape him. c-acp cs pns12 vbb j cc av j p-acp n1, pns31 vvz p-acp pno12, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 ccx d n1 pc-acp vvi pno31. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 39
413 Behold here, what the cares and pleasures of the flesh do bring men vnto, that is to say, they cannot watch, Behold Here, what the Cares and pleasures of the Flesh do bring men unto, that is to say, they cannot watch, vvb av, q-crq dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 vdb vvi n2 p-acp, cst vbz pc-acp vvi, pns32 vmbx vvi, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 39
414 but their mind is drowned and cast into a deepe sleepe, so that the diuell commeth vpon them, but their mind is drowned and cast into a deep sleep, so that the Devil comes upon them, cc-acp po32 n1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, av cst dt n1 vvz p-acp pno32, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 39
415 and taketh them as a praie, swalloweth them vp vnto eternall captiuitie. and Takes them as a pray, swalloweth them up unto Eternal captivity. cc vvz pno32 p-acp dt vvb, vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp j n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 39
416 But there is great force in euerie worde to expresse vnto vs this danger, and therfore I will handle them particularlie. But there is great force in every word to express unto us this danger, and Therefore I will handle them particularly. p-acp pc-acp vbz j n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 d n1, cc av pns11 vmb vvi pno32 av-jn. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 39
417 Your aduersarie. Saint Peter propoundeth vnto vs an aduersarie: Your adversary. Saint Peter propoundeth unto us an adversary: po22 n1. n1 np1 vvz p-acp pno12 dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 39
418 and what doe men looke for at the handes of a deadly aduersarie, but all the harme and mischiefe that he can worke them, and what do men look for At the hands of a deadly adversary, but all the harm and mischief that he can work them, cc q-crq vdb n2 vvi p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, cc-acp d dt n1 cc n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 39
419 and therefore each man hath an cie to his aduersarie, to beware of him, that hee catch him not at any aduantage. and Therefore each man hath an Cite to his adversary, to beware of him, that he catch him not At any advantage. cc av d n1 vhz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pp-f pno31, cst pns31 vvb pno31 xx p-acp d n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 40
420 Now this aduersarie which is here propounded doth so burne in extreame hatred and malice against God, Now this adversary which is Here propounded does so burn in extreme hatred and malice against God, av d n1 r-crq vbz av vvn vdz av vvi p-acp j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 40
421 and against all mankind, that it is giuen vnto him as a proper name: and against all mankind, that it is given unto him as a proper name: cc p-acp d n1, cst pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 40
422 for in the Hebrue tongue he is called Satan, which is as much as to say, an aduersarie. for in the Hebrew tongue he is called Satan, which is as much as to say, an adversary. c-acp p-acp dt njp n1 pns31 vbz vvn np1, r-crq vbz p-acp d c-acp pc-acp vvi, dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 40
423 For he is the aduersarie, as I may say; of addersaries, or the chiefe of all other. For he is the adversary, as I may say; of addersaries, or the chief of all other. p-acp pns31 vbz dt n1, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi; pp-f n2, cc dt n-jn pp-f d n-jn. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 40
424 There is no way of reconciliation to be sought with him, there is no truce to bee made, There is no Way of reconciliation to be sought with him, there is no truce to be made, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 40
425 nor yet any mitigation of his cruell furie to be looked for, but we may be sure of all the mischiefe and harme that hee can any way doe vnto vs make full account of that. nor yet any mitigation of his cruel fury to be looked for, but we may be sure of all the mischief and harm that he can any Way do unto us make full account of that. ccx av d n1 pp-f po31 j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, cc-acp pns12 vmb vbi j pp-f d dt n1 cc n1 cst pns31 vmb d n1 vdb p-acp pno12 vvi j n1 pp-f d. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 40
426 There is no pittie of mercie with him, neither is he any way to be trusted, There is no pity of mercy with him, neither is he any Way to be trusted, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, av-dx vbz pns31 d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 40
427 for he is alyar, he is a deceiuer, hee is a Diuell. for he is alyar, he is a deceiver, he is a devil. c-acp pns31 vbz n1, pns31 vbz dt n1, pns31 vbz dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 40
428 Your aduersary the diuell. As hee is called Satan in the Hebrew tongue, so is he in the Greek tongue called Diabolos, which we call Diuell, it is as much as to say, one that doth accuse, one that with cauillation doth depraue & lay crime. Your adversary the Devil. As he is called Satan in the Hebrew tongue, so is he in the Greek tongue called Diabolos, which we call devil, it is as much as to say, one that does accuse, one that with cavillation does deprave & lay crime. po22 n1 dt n1. c-acp pns31 vbz vvn np1 p-acp dt njp n1, av vbz pns31 p-acp dt jp n1 vvn fw-la, r-crq pns12 vvb n1, pn31 vbz p-acp d c-acp pc-acp vvi, pi cst vdz vvi, pi cst p-acp n1 vdz vvi cc vvi n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 40
429 Look what is best done, that doth displease him most: he is nothing but falshood and lies: Look what is best done, that does displease him most: he is nothing but falsehood and lies: n1 q-crq vbz js vdn, cst vdz vvi pno31 av-ds: pns31 vbz pix p-acp n1 cc n2: (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 40
430 as I said, heere is no trusting, here is no way or hope of mitigation of his cruell rage. as I said, Here is no trusting, Here is no Way or hope of mitigation of his cruel rage. c-acp pns11 vvd, av vbz dx vvg, av vbz dx n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 pp-f po31 j n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 40
431 But it may bee obiected, seeing the multitudes of nations and people vpon the earthare so many, But it may be objected, seeing the Multitudes of Nations and people upon the earthare so many, p-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn, vvg dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 av d, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 40
432 how can one Diuell put all in danger? for Saint Peter speaketh as it were but of one Diuell. how can one devil put all in danger? for Saint Peter speaks as it were but of one devil. q-crq vmb crd n1 vvd d p-acp n1? p-acp n1 np1 vvz p-acp pn31 vbdr cc-acp pp-f crd n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 40
433 While he is in one countrie, he cannot be in another, and while hee is dealing with one man, another then goeth free. While he is in one country, he cannot be in Another, and while he is dealing with one man, Another then Goes free. cs pns31 vbz p-acp crd n1, pns31 vmbx vbi p-acp j-jn, cc cs pns31 vbz vvg p-acp crd n1, j-jn av vvz j. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 40
434 For answere vnto this, we are to vnderstand, that S. Peter speaketh as of one diuell, not because he is but one: For answer unto this, we Are to understand, that S. Peter speaks as of one Devil, not Because he is but one: p-acp n1 p-acp d, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi, cst n1 np1 vvz a-acp pp-f crd n1, xx c-acp pns31 vbz cc-acp pi: (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 41
435 for the holie scriptures do teach that there be multitudes, and as it were Armies of Diuels which doe compasse vs about, seeking our vtter destruction; for the holy Scriptures do teach that there be Multitudes, and as it were Armies of Devils which do compass us about, seeking our utter destruction; c-acp dt j n2 vdb vvi cst pc-acp vbi n2, cc c-acp pn31 vbdr n2 pp-f n2 r-crq vdb vvi pno12 p-acp, vvg po12 j n1; (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 41
436 wee reade in the Gospell of a legion of Diuelles which did possesse one man; as it is sayd, they were manie: we read in the Gospel of a legion of Diuelles which did possess one man; as it is said, they were many: pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f fw-la r-crq vdd vvi crd n1; c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, pns32 vbdr d: (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 41
437 But S. Peter heere speaketh as of one, because there is but one kingdome of Satan, But S. Peter Here speaks as of one, Because there is but one Kingdom of Satan, cc-acp n1 np1 av vvz p-acp pp-f crd, c-acp pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd n1 pp-f np1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 41
438 & one prince of darknesse, that kingdome is not diuided, Satan is not diuided against Satan, & one Prince of darkness, that Kingdom is not divided, Satan is not divided against Satan, cc crd n1 pp-f n1, cst n1 vbz xx vvn, np1 vbz xx vvn p-acp np1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 41
439 as our Sauiour teacheth, Mat. 12. They doe all deale in one busines, one doth not enuy another, one doth not hinder or let another, but further what they can: as our Saviour Teaches, Mathew 12. They do all deal in one business, one does not envy Another, one does not hinder or let Another, but further what they can: c-acp po12 n1 vvz, np1 crd pns32 vdb d vvi p-acp crd n1, pi vdz xx vvi j-jn, pi vdz xx vvi cc vvb j-jn, cc-acp jc r-crq pns32 vmb: (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 41
440 and so they ioyne all together, as if they were all but one Diuel. and so they join all together, as if they were all but one devil. cc av pns32 vvb d av, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr d p-acp crd n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 41
441 The bond which doth tie them togither in this consent, is that cruell malice and hatred wherewith they burn both against God & man. The bound which does tie them together in this consent, is that cruel malice and hatred wherewith they burn both against God & man. dt n1 r-crq vdz vvi pno32 av p-acp d n1, vbz d j n1 cc n1 c-crq pns32 vvb d p-acp np1 cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 41
442 So God may bee dishonored and blasphemed it pleaseth them by whomsoeuer it be done: so men may bee brought to damnation, they care not which of them preuaile most. So God may be dishonoured and blasphemed it Pleases them by whomsoever it be done: so men may be brought to damnation, they care not which of them prevail most. av np1 vmb vbi vvn cc vvd pn31 vvz pno32 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbi vdn: av n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, pns32 vvb xx r-crq pp-f pno32 vvi av-ds. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 41
443 If one of them doe as it were halfe preuaile to cast downe a man to perdition, If one of them do as it were half prevail to cast down a man to perdition, cs crd pp-f pno32 vdb c-acp pn31 vbdr j-jn vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 41
444 and another do finish it vp, they contend not who hath done most. There needeth no praise or commendation in that kingdome to pricke any forward; and Another do finish it up, they contend not who hath done most. There needs no praise or commendation in that Kingdom to prick any forward; cc j-jn vdb vvi pn31 a-acp, pns32 vvb xx r-crq vhz vdn av-ds. pc-acp vvz dx n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi d j; (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 41
445 neither any threatning to the negligent: all are caried with a vehement heat to do their vttermost. neither any threatening to the negligent: all Are carried with a vehement heat to do their uttermost. dx d vvg p-acp dt j: d vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vdi po32 j. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 41
446 There is no manfree then from the assaults and temptations of Diuels: they seeke to deuoure euery soule. There is no manfree then from the assaults and temptations of Devils: they seek to devour every soul. pc-acp vbz dx j av p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2: pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi d n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 41
447 Let no man imagine that hee can bee drunken in minde, and so lie asleepe; and yet be free from danger: Let no man imagine that he can be drunken in mind, and so lie asleep; and yet be free from danger: vvb dx n1 vvi cst pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp n1, cc av vvb j; cc av vbi j p-acp n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 41
448 He that will escape must be sober, and watch, for a multitude of Diuelles compasse vs about. He that will escape must be Sobrium, and watch, for a multitude of Diuelles compass us about. pns31 cst vmb vvi vmb vbi j, cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f fw-la n1 pno12 p-acp. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 42
449 It is sayd further, As a roring Lyon. We are very fast asleep if this roaring cannot awake vs, It is said further, As a roaring lion. We Are very fast asleep if this roaring cannot awake us, pn31 vbz vvn av-jc, p-acp dt j-vvg n1. pns12 vbr av av-j j cs d j-vvg vmbx vvi pno12, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 42
450 and cause vs to be sober and watch, especiallie if we consider why he is said to roare. and cause us to be Sobrium and watch, especially if we Consider why he is said to roar. cc vvb pno12 pc-acp vbi j cc n1, av-j cs pns12 vvb c-crq pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 42
451 It is written Psal. 104. vers. 21. The Lyons roaring after their praie, doe seeke their meate at God. It is written Psalm 104. vers. 21. The Lyons roaring After their pray, do seek their meat At God. pn31 vbz vvn np1 crd fw-la. crd dt ng1 vvg p-acp po32 vvb, vdb vvi po32 n1 p-acp np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 42
452 Wherby it doth appeare that the Lyons being very hungrie and greedy, they roare after their praie: Whereby it does appear that the Lyons being very hungry and greedy, they roar After their pray: c-crq pn31 vdz vvi cst dt n2 vbg av j cc j, pns32 vvi p-acp po32 vvb: (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 42
453 and therfore to expresse how greedily Satan doth hunt after the soules of men, how hungry he is for to deuour them, he is likened vnto a roaring Lyon which seeketh his praie. and Therefore to express how greedily Satan does hunt After the Souls of men, how hungry he is for to devour them, he is likened unto a roaring lion which seeks his pray. cc av pc-acp vvi c-crq av-j np1 vdz vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, c-crq j pns31 vbz p-acp pc-acp vvi pno32, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j-vvg n1 r-crq vvz po31 vvb. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 42
454 This comparison sheweth that hee is verie terrible, for a Lyon is a mighty beast, This comparison shows that he is very terrible, for a lion is a mighty beast, d n1 vvz cst pns31 vbz av j, p-acp dt n1 vbz dt j n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 42
455 and being so hungrie and greedie that hee roareth for the praie, it much increaseth the terror. and being so hungry and greedy that he roareth for the pray, it much increases the terror. cc vbg av j cc j cst pns31 vvz p-acp dt vvb, pn31 av-d vvz dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 42
456 The diuel then is here set forth vnto vs to be mightie, in as much as he is likened to a Lyon, The Devil then is Here Set forth unto us to be mighty, in as much as he is likened to a lion, dt n1 av vbz av vvn av p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi j, p-acp c-acp d c-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 42
457 and verie hungry & greedy in deuouring the soules of men, in that he is likened to a roaring Lyon. and very hungry & greedy in devouring the Souls of men, in that he is likened to a roaring lion. cc av j cc j p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j-vvg n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 42
458 Who then that is wise wil make himself drūken in mind with cares and pleasures, Who then that is wise will make himself drunken in mind with Cares and pleasures, r-crq av cst vbz j vmb vvi px31 j p-acp n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 42
459 and lie sleeping when such a terrible enemie seeketh to deuour him? And now it may be demaunded, what is the cause that the holy Ghost doth set him foorth vnto vs to bee so mighty and so terrible? the cause is manifest, wee are secure, we are negligent, we are ready to sleep, our minds are ouerwhelmed and drowned in all lustes and carnall pleasures, and lie sleeping when such a terrible enemy seeks to devour him? And now it may be demanded, what is the cause that the holy Ghost does Set him forth unto us to be so mighty and so terrible? the cause is manifest, we Are secure, we Are negligent, we Are ready to sleep, our minds Are overwhelmed and drowned in all lusts and carnal pleasures, cc vvb vvg c-crq d dt j n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pno31? cc av pn31 vmb vbi vvn, r-crq vbz dt n1 cst dt j n1 vdz vvi pno31 av p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi av j cc av j? dt n1 vbz j, pns12 vbr j, pns12 vbr j, pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi, po12 n2 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp d n2 cc j n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 42
460 as if there were no danger at all: such is our extreame madnesse. as if there were no danger At all: such is our extreme madness. c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr dx n1 p-acp d: d vbz po12 j-jn n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 42
461 And that is the cause why the Scripture in other places also describeth the diuell to bee so horrible. And that is the cause why the Scripture in other places also Describeth the Devil to be so horrible. cc d vbz dt n1 c-crq dt n1 p-acp j-jn n2 av vvz dt n1 pc-acp vbi av j. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 43
462 Saint Paule calleth the Diuels Empires and powers, the rulers of the darknesse of this worlde, Saint Paul calls the Devils Empires and Powers, the Rulers of the darkness of this world, n1 np1 vvz dt ng1 n2 cc n2, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 43
463 and spiritual wickednes in the high places. and spiritual wickedness in the high places. cc j n1 p-acp dt j n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 43
464 And sheweth that the Diuelles haue their fierie dartes with which they seek to pearce through & slay the fouls of men. Ephe. 6. ver. 12.16. And shows that the Diuelles have their fiery darts with which they seek to pierce through & slay the fouls of men. Ephes 6. ver. 12.16. np1 vvz cst dt fw-la vhi po32 j n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n2. np1 crd fw-la. crd. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 43
465 What a dreadful monster is he set foorth to be Reu. 12. Hee is not only likened to a dragō, What a dreadful monster is he Set forth to be Reu. 12. He is not only likened to a dragon, q-crq dt j n1 vbz pns31 vvn av pc-acp vbi np1 crd pns31 vbz xx av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 43
466 but also a most huge gret one, yea so mōstrous great, that he casteth forth a floud of waters out of his mouth, but also a most huge great one, yea so monstrous great, that he Cast forth a flood of waters out of his Mouth, cc-acp av dt av-ds j j pi, uh av j j, cst pns31 vvz av dt n1 pp-f n2 av pp-f po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 43
467 & his tail casteth down the third part of the stars of heauen. & his tail Cast down the third part of the Stars of heaven. cc po31 n1 vvz a-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 43
468 He is not only a most monstrous great Dragon, but also fiery red, burning with hatred, with crueltie, & blood. He is not only a most monstrous great Dragon, but also fiery read, burning with hatred, with cruelty, & blood. pns31 vbz xx av-j dt av-ds j j n1, cc-acp av j n-jn, vvg p-acp n1, p-acp n1, cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 43
469 Full of deep subtilties, for he hath seuen heads. Very mighty, as hauing ten homes. Full of deep subtleties, for he hath seuen Heads. Very mighty, as having ten homes. j pp-f j-jn n2, c-acp pns31 vhz crd n2. j j, c-acp vhg crd n2-an. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 43
470 One that hath as a victorious Prince often conquered the nations of the world, for he hath seuen crownes. One that hath as a victorious Prince often conquered the Nations of the world, for he hath seuen crowns. pi cst vhz p-acp dt j n1 av vvd dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns31 vhz crd n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 43
471 What a terror is set foorth in all these, a hungrie roaring Lyon, mightie powers with fierie dartes, a most monstrous fierce Dragon, full of subtiltie, crueltie, What a terror is Set forth in all these, a hungry roaring lion, mighty Powers with fiery darts, a most monstrous fierce Dragon, full of subtlety, cruelty, q-crq dt n1 vbz vvn av p-acp d d, dt j j-vvg n1, j n2 p-acp j n2, dt av-ds j j n1, j pp-f n1, n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 43
472 and power? Is heer any place to be drunken and to sleepe? doth it not stand vs vpon to be sober and to watch? vnlesse we account it a small matter to fall as a praie into the pawes of this roaring Lyon, to haue our soules pearced through & wounded to death with his fierie dartes, and power? Is her any place to be drunken and to sleep? does it not stand us upon to be Sobrium and to watch? unless we account it a small matter to fallen as a pray into the paws of this roaring lion, to have our Souls pierced through & wounded to death with his fiery darts, cc n1? vbz po31 d n1 pc-acp vbi j cc pc-acp vvi? vdz pn31 xx vvi pno12 p-acp p-acp vbi j cc pc-acp vvi? cs pns12 vvb pn31 dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j-vvg n1, pc-acp vhi po12 n2 vvn a-acp cc vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 43
473 and to be swallowed vp into the bellie of this Dragon, and with him to be cast into the lake of fire, which is the second death. and to be swallowed up into the belly of this Dragon, and with him to be cast into the lake of fire, which is the second death. cc pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc p-acp pno31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt ord n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 43
474 Reuel. 20. ver. 14. O beloued, let vs not be so dull hearted, when the Lord doth warne vs of such an aduersary, Revel. 20. ver. 14. O Beloved, let us not be so dull hearted, when the Lord does warn us of such an adversary, vvb. crd fw-la. crd sy j-vvn, vvb pno12 xx vbi av j j-vvn, c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi pno12 pp-f d dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 44
475 as to make no reckoning, but be as carelesse, as if wee had no enemie at all that sought our woe. as to make no reckoning, but be as careless, as if we had no enemy At all that sought our woe. c-acp pc-acp vvi dx n-vvg, cc-acp vbi a-acp j, c-acp cs pns12 vhd dx n1 p-acp d cst vvd po12 n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 44
476 Men in deed doe naturally feare and tremble at any signes of the presence of diuels; Men in deed do naturally Fear and tremble At any Signs of the presence of Devils; np1 p-acp n1 vdb av-j vvi cc vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2; (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 44
477 if he shew himselfe in any vgly forme, they be terrified: if he show himself in any ugly Form, they be terrified: cs pns31 vvb px31 p-acp d j n1, pns32 vbb vvn: (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 44
478 and yet neuerthelesse most careleslie make their owne mindes drunken with cares and carnall pleasures falling into a dead sleepe, and yet nevertheless most carelessly make their own minds drunken with Cares and carnal pleasures falling into a dead sleep, cc av av av-ds av-j vvi po32 d n2 j p-acp n2 cc j n2 vvg p-acp dt j n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 44
479 so that he vtterly spoyleth them, and woundeth them to death, and they feele it not. so that he utterly spoileth them, and wounds them to death, and they feel it not. av cst pns31 av-j vvz pno32, cc vvz pno32 p-acp n1, cc pns32 vvb pn31 xx. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 44
480 This is euen the course almost of the whole worlde. O lamentable and wretched estate! This is even the course almost of the Whole world. O lamentable and wretched estate! d vbz av-j dt n1 av pp-f dt j-jn n1. sy j cc j n1! (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 44
481 who can bewaile it sufficientlie? Howe many thousand thousandes haue drunke themselnes starke drunken with the delightes of this world, who can bewail it sufficiently? Howe many thousand thousandes have drunk themselnes stark drunken with the delights of this world, q-crq vmb vvi pn31 av-j? np1 d crd crd vhb vvn px32 av-j j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 44
482 and as merrie as they bee, are by this roaring I on deuoured as a praie, and as merry as they be, Are by this roaring I on devoured as a pray, cc p-acp j c-acp pns32 vbb, vbr p-acp d n-vvg pns11 p-acp vvn p-acp dt vvb, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 44
483 and swallowed vp by the Dragon? Drunken persons, especiallie when they be fallen into a deep sleep, haue no perseuerance of their miseries: and swallowed up by the Dragon? Drunken Persons, especially when they be fallen into a deep sleep, have no perseverance of their misery's: cc vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1? j n2, av-j c-crq pns32 vbb vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, vhb dx n1 pp-f po32 n2: (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 44
484 Bee they in debt, or condemned to death, they feele it not, but can laugh: and so playeth the drunken world. Bee they in debt, or condemned to death, they feel it not, but can laugh: and so plays the drunken world. n1 pns32 p-acp n1, cc vvn p-acp n1, pns32 vvb pn31 xx, cc-acp vmb vvi: cc av vvz dt j n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 44
485 O how necessarie a thing is it then that we bee sober and watch, to the end that we may escape such daungers? But it is added further that this aduersarie goeth about seeking whom he may deuour. O how necessary a thing is it then that we be Sobrium and watch, to the end that we may escape such dangers? But it is added further that this adversary Goes about seeking whom he may devour. sy q-crq j dt n1 vbz pn31 av cst pns12 vbb j cc n1, p-acp dt n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi d n2? p-acp pn31 vbz vvn av-jc cst d n1 vvz p-acp vvg r-crq pns31 vmb vvi. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 44
486 This doth much yet further increase the perill, & ought so much the rather to mooue vs vnto a most carefull sobrietie and watchfulnesse: This does much yet further increase the peril, & ought so much the rather to move us unto a most careful sobriety and watchfulness: d vdz d av jc vvb dt n1, cc vmd av av-d dt av-c pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt av-ds j n1 cc n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 44
487 this aduersarie doth continuallie seeke all occasions, and lieth in waite to espie all aduantages, how he may deuour vs as his praie. this adversary does continually seek all occasions, and lies in wait to espy all advantages, how he may devour us as his pray. d n1 vdz av-j vvi d n2, cc vvz p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi d n2, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp po31 vvb. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 44
488 If a man haue a strong aduersarie, and one that hateth him so deadly, that if he could catch him he would take away his life: If a man have a strong adversary, and one that hates him so deadly, that if he could catch him he would take away his life: cs dt n1 vhi dt j n1, cc pi cst vvz pno31 av j, cst cs pns31 vmd vvi pno31 pns31 vmd vvi av po31 n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 45
489 and the same his aduersarie be a farre off in another countrey, and doth not lie in wayte for him, hee may be the more secure, hee may sleepe quietlie. and the same his adversary be a Far off in Another country, and does not lie in wait for him, he may be the more secure, he may sleep quietly. cc dt d po31 n1 vbb dt av-j a-acp p-acp j-jn n1, cc vdz xx vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vmb vbi dt av-dc j, pns31 vmb vvi av-jn. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 45
490 But if hee bee alwayes at hand, and doe in all places dogge him, to espie his fit opportunitie to doe him mischiefe, doth it not stand him vpon, But if he be always At hand, and do in all places dog him, to espy his fit opportunity to do him mischief, does it not stand him upon, p-acp cs pns31 vbb av p-acp n1, cc vdb p-acp d n2 n1 pno31, pc-acp vvi po31 j n1 pc-acp vdi pno31 n1, vdz pn31 xx vvi pno31 p-acp, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 45
491 if hee make any account of his owne life, to keep himselfe sober and watchfull? shall he drinke himselfe drunken and lie downe to sleepe? The Diuel our aduersarie goeth about, hee is euer at hand, hee seeketh all occasions how he may deuour vs, is it now safe for vs to sleepe? Men when they seeke about and trauell, doe waxe weary, if he make any account of his own life, to keep himself Sobrium and watchful? shall he drink himself drunken and lie down to sleep? The devil our adversary Goes about, he is ever At hand, he seeks all occasions how he may devour us, is it now safe for us to sleep? Men when they seek about and travel, do wax weary, cs pns31 vvb d n1 pp-f po31 d n1, pc-acp vvi px31 j cc j? vmb pns31 vvi px31 j cc vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi? dt n1 po12 n1 vvz a-acp, pns31 vbz av p-acp n1, pns31 vvz d n2 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi pno12, vbz pn31 av j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi? np1 c-crq pns32 vvb a-acp cc vvi, vdb vvi j, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 45
492 and must haue times to eate, and to take their rest: and must have times to eat, and to take their rest: cc vmb vhi n2 pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi po32 n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 45
493 it is not so with the Diuell, hee is very swift, hee is neuer weary, hee needeth no foode, it is not so with the devil, he is very swift, he is never weary, he needs no food, pn31 vbz xx av p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbz av j, pns31 vbz av j, pns31 vvz dx n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 45
494 nor yet any sleepe, hee ceaseth not day nor night for to worke our destruction. nor yet any sleep, he ceases not day nor night for to work our destruction. ccx av d n1, pns31 vvz xx n1 ccx n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 45
495 When wee trauell on the day hee obserueth vs, when wee lie vpon our beds in the night he dealeth with vs, there is no time that we can be free from him. When we travel on the day he observeth us, when we lie upon our Beds in the night he deals with us, there is no time that we can be free from him. c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz pno12, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp pno12, pc-acp vbz dx n1 cst pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp pno31. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 45
496 If hee cannot preuaile at one time, he wayteth for another: if hee cannot ouercome a man in one sinne, hee trieth him in another: If he cannot prevail At one time, he waiteth for Another: if he cannot overcome a man in one sin, he trieth him in Another: cs pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp crd n1, pns31 vvz p-acp j-jn: cs pns31 vmbx vvi dt n1 p-acp crd n1, pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp j-jn: (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 45
497 and most carefullie he watcheth his fit occasions, and then he tempteth strongly. and most carefully he watches his fit occasions, and then he tempts strongly. cc av-ds av-j pns31 vvz po31 j n2, cc av pns31 vvz av-j. (6) sermon (DIV2) 20 Page 45
498 To bring a man vnto drunkennes, riot, & excesse and to spend his time in vaine exercises, he hath his instrumēts, To bring a man unto Drunkenness, riot, & excess and to spend his time in vain exercises, he hath his Instruments, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, n1, cc n1 cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp j n2, pns31 vhz po31 n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 21 Page 45
499 euen riotous persons, which are wholy giuen that way, for to draw and to perswade. even riotous Persons, which Are wholly given that Way, for to draw and to persuade. av j n2, r-crq vbr av-jn vvn d n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi. (6) sermon (DIV2) 21 Page 46
500 Wo be to that man which lighteth into the familiarity of such sinners that will so allure and intise him. Woe be to that man which lights into the familiarity of such Sinners that will so allure and entice him. n1 vbb p-acp d n1 r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 cst vmb av vvi cc vvi pno31. (6) sermon (DIV2) 21 Page 46
501 What a wonderfull force there is in companie for to drawe men vnto euill, cannot almost bee expressed: What a wonderful force there is in company for to draw men unto evil, cannot almost be expressed: q-crq dt j n1 pc-acp vbz p-acp n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp j-jn, vmbx av vbi vvn: (6) sermon (DIV2) 21 Page 46
502 and therefore when Satan hath founde such instruments for to set vpon a man, hee hath gotten great aduantage. and Therefore when Satan hath found such Instruments for to Set upon a man, he hath got great advantage. cc av c-crq np1 vhz vvn d n2 p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, pns31 vhz vvn j n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 21 Page 46
503 When a man is in place where he may secretly commit some foule sinne, as theft or adultery, When a man is in place where he may secretly commit Some foul sin, as theft or adultery, c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp n1 c-crq pns31 vmb av-jn vvi d j n1, c-acp n1 cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 21 Page 46
504 and the occasions offred, then Satan layeth in hard. And so is it in other sinnes. and the occasions offered, then Satan Layeth in hard. And so is it in other Sins. cc dt n2 vvd, cs np1 vvz p-acp j. cc av vbz pn31 p-acp j-jn n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 21 Page 46
505 What should I enter into particulars, seeing hee hath a thousand wayes, a thousand occasions, yea ten thousande sleightes and crafty meanes for to winde in himselfe. What should I enter into particulars, seeing he hath a thousand ways, a thousand occasions, yea ten thousande sleights and crafty means for to wind in himself. q-crq vmd pns11 vvi p-acp n2-j, vvg pns31 vhz dt crd n2, dt crd n2, uh crd crd n2 cc j n2 p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp px31. (6) sermon (DIV2) 21 Page 46
506 Alas what shall we doe? Our Sauiour saith, Watch and pray least ye enter into temptation. Alas what shall we do? Our Saviour Says, Watch and pray lest you enter into temptation. uh q-crq vmb pns12 vdi? po12 n1 vvz, vvb cc vvb cs pn22 vvb p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 21 Page 46
507 Mat, 26. vers. 41. And as hee saide to Peter, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to sift you as wheat, Luk. 22.31. so let vs al be assured, that he hath many wayes to sift vs, and to make triall what is in vs. We are taught to pray, Lead vs not into temptation: Mathew, 26. vers. 41. And as he said to Peter, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to sift you as wheat, Luk. 22.31. so let us all be assured, that he hath many ways to sift us, and to make trial what is in us We Are taught to pray, Led us not into temptation: np1, crd fw-la. crd cc c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp np1, np1, np1, vvb, np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp n1, np1 crd. av vvb pno12 d vbi vvn, cst pns31 vhz d n2 pc-acp vvi pno12, cc pc-acp vvi n1 r-crq vbz p-acp pno12 pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi, vvb pno12 xx p-acp n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 21 Page 46
508 and this place doth shew how necessarie a prayer it is: and this place does show how necessary a prayer it is: cc d n1 vdz vvi c-crq j dt n1 pn31 vbz: (6) sermon (DIV2) 21 Page 46
509 for if the Lord giue scope to this enemie and leaue vs to our selues, hee will find a thousand meanes vtterly to spoyle vs: for if the Lord give scope to this enemy and leave us to our selves, he will find a thousand means utterly to spoil us: c-acp cs dt n1 vvb n1 p-acp d n1 cc vvb pno12 p-acp po12 n2, pns31 vmb vvi dt crd n2 av-j pc-acp vvi pno12: (6) sermon (DIV2) 21 Page 46
510 hee wil euen deuour vs as his praie, and wee shall not perceiue it, for there in lieth the greatest daunger, that he blindeth the eies of the minde, he will even devour us as his pray, and we shall not perceive it, for there in lies the greatest danger, that he blinds the eyes of the mind, pns31 vmb av vvi pno12 p-acp po31 vvb, cc pns12 vmb xx vvi pn31, c-acp a-acp p-acp vvz dt js n1, cst pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 21 Page 46
511 and hardeneth the heart, when men feele not his working, nor imagine any suchthing. and Hardeneth the heart, when men feel not his working, nor imagine any suchthing. cc vvz dt n1, c-crq n2 vvb xx po31 n-vvg, ccx vvi d n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 21 Page 46
512 Hee that is sober and doth watch, feeleth when he setteth vpon him, and what harme he doth vnto him: He that is Sobrium and does watch, feeleth when he sets upon him, and what harm he does unto him: pns31 cst vbz j cc vdz vvi, vvz c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno31, cc r-crq n1 pns31 vdz p-acp pno31: (6) sermon (DIV2) 21 Page 47
513 where as on the other side, he may doe what he will vnto those that are drunken and asleep, and they know it not. where as on the other side, he may do what he will unto those that Are drunken and asleep, and they know it not. c-crq c-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns31 vmb vdi r-crq pns31 vmb p-acp d cst vbr j cc j, cc pns32 vvb pn31 xx. (6) sermon (DIV2) 21 Page 47
514 Thus much touching the second part: now let vs come to the third and last part. Thus much touching the second part: now let us come to the third and last part. av av-d vvg dt ord n1: av vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt ord cc ord n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 21 Page 47
515 Whom resist stedfast in the faith. Whom resist steadfast in the faith. ro-crq vvb j p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 47
516 If a mans aduersarie be too strong for him by many degrees, what is he the better that he watcheth, If a men adversary be too strong for him by many Degrees, what is he the better that he watches, cs dt ng1 n1 vbb av j c-acp pno31 p-acp d n2, r-crq vbz pns31 dt jc cst pns31 vvz, (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 47
517 if hee can not auoide but that he will find him & come vpon him? will he not kill him for all his watching? The like obiection may heere be made, if he can not avoid but that he will find him & come upon him? will he not kill him for all his watching? The like objection may Here be made, cs pns31 vmb xx vvi cc-acp cst pns31 vmb vvi pno31 cc vvb p-acp pno31? vmb pns31 xx vvi pno31 p-acp d po31 vvg? dt j n1 vmb av vbi vvn, (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 47
518 namely, that the power of Diuels far exceedeth all power of man: as we see they be described to be mightie and terrible: namely, that the power of Devils Far exceeds all power of man: as we see they be described to be mighty and terrible: av, cst dt n1 pp-f n2 av-j vvz d n1 pp-f n1: c-acp pns12 vvb pns32 vbb vvn pc-acp vbi j cc j: (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 47
519 and there is no way for a man to hide himselfe from them, but they finde him out, and come vpon him: and there is no Way for a man to hide himself from them, but they find him out, and come upon him: cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp pno32, cc-acp pns32 vvb pno31 av, cc vvb p-acp pno31: (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 47
520 what is hee then the better that he doth watch? Saint Peter doth answere vnto this: what is he then the better that he does watch? Saint Peter does answer unto this: r-crq vbz pns31 av dt jc cst pns31 vdz vvi? n1 np1 vdz vvi p-acp d: (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 47
521 that although in our own strength we are nothing to this mightie roaring Lyon, yet there is a power in which we shall resist him, put him to flight, that although in our own strength we Are nothing to this mighty roaring lion, yet there is a power in which we shall resist him, put him to flight, cst cs p-acp po12 d n1 pns12 vbr pix p-acp d j j-vvg n1, av pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi pno31, vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi, (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 47
522 and ouercome him, and be armed against al harmes: and that is the power offaith: and overcome him, and be armed against all harms: and that is the power offaith: cc vvi pno31, cc vbi vvn p-acp d n2: cc cst vbz dt n1 uh: (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 47
523 Whome resist (saith he) stedfast in the faith. Let it not seeme strange vnto any, that this power should resist him, Whom resist (Says he) steadfast in the faith. Let it not seem strange unto any, that this power should resist him, ro-crq vvb (vvz pns31) j p-acp dt n1. vvb pn31 xx vvi j p-acp d, cst d n1 vmd vvi pno31, (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 47
524 and keep vs in safetie, for it is the power of God. and keep us in safety, for it is the power of God. cc vvb pno12 p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 47
525 The Diuell is strong and mightie, but what is he vnto God? God is aboue all, his power is infinite, there is no power that can stand against it. The devil is strong and mighty, but what is he unto God? God is above all, his power is infinite, there is no power that can stand against it. dt n1 vbz j cc j, cc-acp q-crq vbz pns31 p-acp np1? np1 vbz p-acp d, po31 n1 vbz j, pc-acp vbz dx n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp pn31. (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 47
526 He that is stedfast in the faith, hee is armed and standeth in the power of God: He that is steadfast in the faith, he is armed and Stands in the power of God: pns31 cst vbz j p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbz vvn cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 47
527 for faith apprehendeth the power of God and armeth vs with it. for faith apprehendeth the power of God and armeth us with it. p-acp n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 cc vvz pno12 p-acp pn31. (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 47
528 He that standeth in the faith, standeth as it were in God, compassed about and couered with his power. He that Stands in the faith, Stands as it were in God, compassed about and covered with his power. pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, vvz p-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp np1, vvn a-acp cc vvn p-acp po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 48
529 And as it is vnpossible that Sathan shoulde preuaile against the power of God, so is it vnpossible that he should ouerthrowe that man which standeth stedfast in the faith: And as it is unpossible that Sathan should prevail against the power of God, so is it unpossible that he should overthrown that man which Stands steadfast in the faith: cc c-acp pn31 vbz j-u cst np1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av vbz pn31 j cst pns31 vmd vvi d n1 r-crq vvz j p-acp dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 48
530 for so long as God cannot be ouercome, faith cannot be ouercome. for so long as God cannot be overcome, faith cannot be overcome. c-acp av av-j c-acp np1 vmbx vbi vvn, n1 vmbx vbi vvn. (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 48
531 Is not heere a most singular comfort and consolation vnto vs in this battaile? Let the Diuell be neuer so mightie, neuer so subtill, fierce and raging, we haue a rock of defence, a safe tower to fly vnto euē the inuincible power of almighty God, which we stād armed withal throghfaith. Is not Here a most singular Comfort and consolation unto us in this battle? Let the devil be never so mighty, never so subtle, fierce and raging, we have a rock of defence, a safe tower to fly unto even the invincible power of almighty God, which we stand armed withal throghfaith. vbz xx av dt av-ds j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1? vvb dt n1 vbb av-x av j, av-x av j, j cc j-vvg, pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1, dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp av dt j n1 pp-f j-jn np1, r-crq pns12 vvb vvn av uh. (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 48
532 This is it which S. Paule teacheth where he speaketh of the battell which we haue with the diuel: This is it which S. Paul Teaches where he speaks of the battle which we have with the Devil: d vbz pn31 r-crq np1 np1 vvz c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns12 vhb p-acp dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 48
533 My brethren (saith hee) be strong in the Lord, and in his mighty power. My brothers (Says he) be strong in the Lord, and in his mighty power. po11 n2 (vvz pns31) vbb j p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp po31 j n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 48
534 Put on the whole armour of God, that you may stand against the assaults of the Diuel. Put on the Whole armour of God, that you may stand against the assaults of the devil. vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 48
535 For we wrastle not against bloud and flesh, but against rulers, against powers, &c. Therefore take vnto you the whole armour of God that yee may bee able to resist in the euill day, For we wrestle not against blood and Flesh, but against Rulers, against Powers, etc. Therefore take unto you the Whole armour of God that ye may be able to resist in the evil day, c-acp pns12 vvi xx p-acp n1 cc n1, cc-acp p-acp n2, p-acp n2, av av vvb p-acp pn22 dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 cst pn22 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 48
536 & haning finished all things, stand. Ephes. 6. vers. 10.11.12.13. & haning finished all things, stand. Ephesians 6. vers. 10.11.12.13. cc vvg vvd d n2, vvb. np1 crd fw-la. crd. (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 48
537 Now it is faith that putteth vpon vs the whole armour of God, and maketh vs strong in his mighty power. Now it is faith that putteth upon us the Whole armour of God, and makes us strong in his mighty power. av pn31 vbz n1 cst vvz p-acp pno12 dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, cc vv2 pno12 j p-acp po31 j n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 48
538 It is faith, as he sheweth in the same place, by which we shal quench all the fiery dartes of the diuell. It is faith, as he shows in the same place, by which we shall quench all the fiery darts of the Devil. pn31 vbz n1, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt d n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi d dt j n2 pp-f dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 48
539 Likewise S. Iohn setteth foorth this matter, saying, Whosoeuer is borne of God ouercommeth the world: Likewise S. John sets forth this matter, saying, Whosoever is born of God Overcometh the world: av n1 np1 vvz av d n1, vvg, r-crq vbz vvn pp-f np1 vvz dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 48
540 & this is the victorie that ouercommeth the worlde, euen our faith, Who is it that ouercommeth the worlds, but he that beleeueth that Iesus is the son of God? 1. Ioh. 5. ver. 4.5.6. & this is the victory that Overcometh the world, even our faith, Who is it that Overcometh the world's, but he that Believeth that Iesus is the son of God? 1. John 5. ver. 4.5.6. cc d vbz dt n1 cst vvz dt n1, av po12 n1, r-crq vbz pn31 cst vvz dt n2, p-acp pns31 cst vvz cst np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1? crd np1 crd fw-la. crd. (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 49
541 By the world he meaneth the whole corruption of sin, or whatsoeuer is against the commandementes of God, By the world he means the Whole corruption of since, or whatsoever is against the Commandments of God, p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, cc r-crq vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 49
542 and so the Diuell the Prince of the world is included. He that ouercommeth the world, ouercommeth the prince of the world: and so the devil the Prince of the world is included. He that Overcometh the world, Overcometh the Prince of the world: cc av dt n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvd. pns31 cst vvz dt n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 49
543 for all the power of Satans kingdome is in darknesse and in sin. for all the power of Satan Kingdom is in darkness and in since. c-acp d dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbz p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 49
544 Then when Saint Iohn saith that faith is our victorie, and that by it we ouercome the world, he teacheth that it is faith by which wee are armed with the power of God, in which we stand safe, and ouercome the Diuell. Then when Saint John Says that faith is our victory, and that by it we overcome the world, he Teaches that it is faith by which we Are armed with the power of God, in which we stand safe, and overcome the devil. av c-crq n1 np1 vvz d n1 vbz po12 n1, cc cst p-acp pn31 pns12 vvi dt n1, pns31 vvz cst pn31 vbz n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb j, cc vvi dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 22 Page 49
545 Heerby it is manifest what a woonderfull precious thing faith is. Hereby it is manifest what a wondered precious thing faith is. av pn31 vbz j r-crq dt j-vvn j n1 n1 vbz. (6) sermon (DIV2) 23 Page 49
546 There is no force that can ouercome it, he that hath obtained it cannot be poore, he cannot be vnhappy or wretched: There is no force that can overcome it, he that hath obtained it cannot be poor, he cannot be unhappy or wretched: pc-acp vbz dx n1 cst vmb vvi pn31, pns31 cst vhz vvn pn31 vmbx vbi j, pns31 vmbx vbi j cc j: (6) sermon (DIV2) 23 Page 49
547 all the diuels in hel cannot preuail against him. They thatt rust in the Lord are as mount the Sion, which cannot be mooued, but standeth fast for euer. all the Devils in hell cannot prevail against him. They that rust in the Lord Are as mount the Sion, which cannot be moved, but Stands fast for ever. d dt n2 p-acp n1 vmbx vvi p-acp pno31. pns32 d vvi p-acp dt n1 vbr p-acp n1 dt np1, r-crq vmbx vbi vvn, cc-acp vvz av-j p-acp av. (6) sermon (DIV2) 23 Page 49
548 Psalm. 125. vers. 1 If it be then the most excellent thing that is, to stand stedfast in the faith: Psalm. 125. vers. 1 If it be then the most excellent thing that is, to stand steadfast in the faith: np1. crd fw-la. crd cs pn31 vbb av dt av-ds j n1 cst vbz, pc-acp vvi j p-acp dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 23 Page 49
549 then are we aboue all other things to seeke after it For wisdome teacheth to seeke most for the best thinges. then Are we above all other things to seek After it For Wisdom Teaches to seek most for the best things. av vbr pns12 p-acp d j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp n1 vvz pc-acp vvi av-ds p-acp dt js n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 23 Page 49
550 Golde, pearle, and precious stones doe excell in price, and therefore they be greatly sought after: Gold, pearl, and precious stones do excel in price, and Therefore they be greatly sought After: n1, n1, cc j n2 vdb vvi p-acp n1, cc av pns32 vbb av-j vvn a-acp: (6) sermon (DIV2) 23 Page 49
551 and men do much reioice when they finde them. and men do much rejoice when they find them. cc n2 vdb av-d vvi c-crq pns32 vvb pno32. (6) sermon (DIV2) 23 Page 49
552 They bee more then drosse being compared with faith, by which we put diuels to flight, and obtaine eternall glory. They be more then dross being compared with faith, by which we put Devils to flight, and obtain Eternal glory. pns32 vbb av-dc cs n1 vbg vvn p-acp n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvd n2 p-acp n1, cc vvi j n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 23 Page 49
553 Shall wee not then seeke for faith? Shall we not make account that if we find it we haue found all for what can a man haue more then God? And if we misse of it we haue lost all: Shall we not then seek for faith? Shall we not make account that if we find it we have found all for what can a man have more then God? And if we miss of it we have lost all: vmb pns12 xx av vvi p-acp n1? vmb pns12 xx vvi n1 cst cs pns12 vvb pn31 pns12 vhb vvn d p-acp r-crq vmb dt n1 vhi dc cs np1? cc cs pns12 vvb pp-f pn31 pns12 vhb vvn d: (6) sermon (DIV2) 23 Page 50
554 seeing without it nothing can defende vs from the assaultes of the Diuell. seeing without it nothing can defend us from the assaults of the devil. vvg p-acp pn31 pix vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 23 Page 50
555 But when we are willed to resist the Diuel stedfast in the faith, is it so that wee haue faith in our owne power, But when we Are willed to resist the devil steadfast in the faith, is it so that we have faith in our own power, cc-acp c-crq pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 j p-acp dt n1, vbz pn31 av cst pns12 vhb n1 p-acp po12 d n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 24 Page 50
556 or when wee will? Can wee of our selues be stedfast in faith? Or is it a matter so easie to obtaine a strong faith? Saint Peter hath no such meaning. or when we will? Can we of our selves be steadfast in faith? Or is it a matter so easy to obtain a strong faith? Saint Peter hath not such meaning. cc c-crq pns12 n1? vmb pns12 pp-f po12 n2 vbb j p-acp n1? cc vbz pn31 dt n1 av j pc-acp vvi dt j n1? n1 np1 vhz xx d n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 24 Page 50
557 For goodly thinges are hard to be attained vnto: For goodly things Are hard to be attained unto: p-acp j n2 vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp: (6) sermon (DIV2) 24 Page 50
558 and faith is the most precious and excellent of all other, & most hard to be come by. and faith is the most precious and excellent of all other, & most hard to be come by. cc n1 vbz dt av-ds j cc j pp-f d n-jn, cc av-ds j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp. (6) sermon (DIV2) 24 Page 50
559 It is not in mans will or power to beleeue and to beleeue stedfastlie at his pleasure. It is not in men will or power to believe and to believe steadfastly At his pleasure. pn31 vbz xx p-acp ng1 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 24 Page 50
560 But Saint Peters meaning is, to mooue all men to feeke it where it is to be found, But Saint Peter's meaning is, to move all men to feeke it where it is to be found, p-acp n1 npg1 n1 vbz, pc-acp vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 c-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, (6) sermon (DIV2) 24 Page 50
561 and by such meanes as be ordayned for to come vnto it by. and by such means as be ordained for to come unto it by. cc p-acp d n2 c-acp vbb vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp. (6) sermon (DIV2) 24 Page 50
562 For there is no man almost but will acknowledge that a strong faith is a most rich iewell: For there is no man almost but will acknowledge that a strong faith is a most rich jewel: p-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 av cc-acp vmb vvi d dt j n1 vbz dt av-ds j n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 24 Page 50
563 but when it commeth to the matter they depriue themselues for the most part, either deeming that they haue it or can haue it in their owne power resting in a vaine shadowe, not knowing at all the nature of the true, liuely, and powerfull faith: but when it comes to the matter they deprive themselves for the most part, either deeming that they have it or can have it in their own power resting in a vain shadow, not knowing At all the nature of the true, lively, and powerful faith: cc-acp c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvb px32 p-acp dt av-ds n1, av-d vvg cst pns32 vhb pn31 cc vmb vhi pn31 p-acp po32 d n1 vvg p-acp dt j n1, xx vvg p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt j, j, cc j n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 24 Page 50
564 or if they doe acknowledge it to be the gift of God; or if they do acknowledge it to be the gift of God; cc cs pns32 vdb vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1; (6) sermon (DIV2) 24 Page 50
565 yet they neuer seeke it by those meanes which he hath ordained to worke it in men, yet they never seek it by those means which he hath ordained to work it in men, av pns32 av-x vvb pn31 p-acp d n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 24 Page 50
566 and to nourish it vp in them. and to nourish it up in them. cc pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp pno32. (6) sermon (DIV2) 24 Page 50
567 When wee are therefore willed to resist the Diuell stedfast in the faith, it is as much as to saye, giue all diligence, When we Are Therefore willed to resist the devil steadfast in the faith, it is as much as to say, give all diligence, c-crq pns12 vbr av vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 j p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz p-acp d c-acp pc-acp vvi, vvb d n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 24 Page 50
568 and vse all the wayes and meanes that may be to increase and strengthen your faith, that you may ouercome the Diuell. and use all the ways and means that may be to increase and strengthen your faith, that you may overcome the devil. cc vvi d dt n2 cc n2 cst vmb vbi pc-acp vvi cc vvb po22 n1, cst pn22 vmb vvi dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 24 Page 50
569 If you be diligent that way, happie are you, and if you take not that course, then are you vtterly vndone: If you be diligent that Way, happy Are you, and if you take not that course, then Are you utterly undone: cs pn22 vbb j cst n1, j vbr pn22, cc cs pn22 vvb xx d n1, av vbr pn22 av-j vvn: (6) sermon (DIV2) 24 Page 51
570 for what way can you then escape the power and tyranny of the roaring Lyon? for what Way can you then escape the power and tyranny of the roaring lion? p-acp r-crq n1 vmb pn22 av vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1? (6) sermon (DIV2) 24 Page 51
571 But it will be said, S. Peter doth not heere shewe how men shall come to this stedfast faith. But it will be said, S. Peter does not Here show how men shall come to this steadfast faith. p-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn, n1 np1 vdz xx av vvi c-crq n2 vmb vvi p-acp d j n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 25 Page 51
572 No, for his whole doctrine tendeth to that point, in al this Epistle, and therefore hee needed not to put them in mind particularlie: No, for his Whole Doctrine tendeth to that point, in all this Epistle, and Therefore he needed not to put them in mind particularly: uh-dx, c-acp po31 j-jn n1 vvz p-acp d n1, p-acp d d n1, cc av pns31 vvd xx pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1 av-jn: (6) sermon (DIV2) 25 Page 51
573 yet it shall not be amisse for me to note somewhat. yet it shall not be amiss for me to note somewhat. av pn31 vmb xx vbi av p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi av. (6) sermon (DIV2) 25 Page 51
574 He that will attaine to the true, liuelie, and iustifying faith, which armeth a man with the power of God, must first of all know for certainty, that he hath not so much as anie spark thereof of himselfe: He that will attain to the true, lively, and justifying faith, which armeth a man with the power of God, must First of all know for certainty, that he hath not so much as any spark thereof of himself: pns31 cst vmb vvi p-acp dt j, j, cc vvg n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vmb ord pp-f d vvb p-acp n1, cst pns31 vhz xx av av-d c-acp d n1 av pp-f px31: (6) sermon (DIV2) 26 Page 51
575 we are all of vs by nature shut vp vnder vnbeleefe, and in miserable blindnesse: we Are all of us by nature shut up under unbelief, and in miserable blindness: pns12 vbr d pp-f pno12 p-acp n1 vvn a-acp p-acp n1, cc p-acp j n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 26 Page 51
576 which while many doe not know, they rest and content themselues in a certaine dead image of faith, which while many do not know, they rest and content themselves in a certain dead image of faith, r-crq cs d vdb xx vvi, pns32 vvb cc vvi px32 p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 26 Page 51
577 and are vtterlie seduced, for that faith hath no power. and Are utterly seduced, for that faith hath no power. cc vbr av-j vvn, c-acp cst n1 vhz dx n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 26 Page 51
578 He that knoweth this indeed, beholding the depth of the calamities which hee is in, will looke vp to God who is the giuer of faith. He that Knoweth this indeed, beholding the depth of the calamities which he is in, will look up to God who is the giver of faith. pns31 cst vvz d av, vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n2 r-crq pns31 vbz p-acp, vmb vvi a-acp p-acp np1 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 26 Page 51
579 Hee is desirous to know what the promises of God are which hee is to beleeue, He is desirous to know what the promises of God Are which he is to believe, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr r-crq pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi, (6) sermon (DIV2) 26 Page 51
580 and what the way is in which hee must walke to performe the duties of a Christian life: and what the Way is in which he must walk to perform the duties of a Christian life: cc q-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp r-crq pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt njp n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 26 Page 51
581 for the true faith worketh by charitie (as Paule saith) and cannot be without good workes. for the true faith works by charity (as Paul Says) and cannot be without good works. c-acp dt j n1 vvz p-acp n1 (c-acp np1 vvz) cc vmbx vbi p-acp j n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 26 Page 51
582 He searcheth the Scriptures (as Christ willeth, Ioh. 5.) hee doth with all diligence bende his eare to heare the holy Gospell of Iesus Christ preached, feeling therein the power of God to worke faith. He Searches the Scriptures (as christ wills, John 5.) he does with all diligence bend his ear to hear the holy Gospel of Iesus christ preached, feeling therein the power of God to work faith. pns31 vvz dt n2 (c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd) pns31 vdz p-acp d n1 vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1 vvd, vvg av dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 26 Page 51
583 He doth crie and cal vnto God day & night for to teach him, to lighten him, to giue him vnderstanding, & to increase his faith: He does cry and call unto God day & night for to teach him, to lighten him, to give him understanding, & to increase his faith: pns31 vdz vvi cc vvi p-acp np1 n1 cc n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi pno31, pc-acp vvi pno31, pc-acp vvi pno31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 26 Page 52
584 He findeth ye blessing of God in these meanes, & therefore applieth them. He finds you blessing of God in these means, & Therefore Applieth them. pns31 vvz pn22 n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2, cc av vvz pno32. (6) sermon (DIV2) 26 Page 52
585 But now on the contrary part, hee that resteth in this, God giueth faith, and if it be his will. But now on the contrary part, he that rests in this, God gives faith, and if it be his will. p-acp av p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns31 cst vvz p-acp d, np1 vvz n1, cc cs pn31 vbi po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 26 Page 52
586 I shall haue it, and so despiseth all meanes, not considering how God giueth faith, is vtterlie awrie, I shall have it, and so despises all means, not considering how God gives faith, is utterly awry, pns11 vmb vhi pn31, cc av vvz d n2, xx vvg c-crq np1 vvz n1, vbz av-j av, (6) sermon (DIV2) 26 Page 52
587 and out of the right way. From hence it is that there be so manie commendations of the word of God, and out of the right Way. From hence it is that there be so many commendations of the word of God, cc av pp-f dt j-jn n1. p-acp av pn31 vbz d pc-acp vbi av d n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 26 Page 52
588 and of the liuelie power that it hath to saue our soules. and of the lively power that it hath to save our Souls. cc pp-f dt j n1 cst pn31 vhz pc-acp vvi po12 n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 26 Page 52
589 From hence it is that wee are often called vpon to giue eare to the voice of God, to hearken to his counsels. From hence it is that we Are often called upon to give ear to the voice of God, to harken to his Counsels. p-acp av pn31 vbz cst pns12 vbr av vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 26 Page 52
590 Thus shall wee obtaine the holy faith. Thus shall we obtain the holy faith. av vmb pns12 vvi dt j n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 27 Page 52
591 And he that hath faith, and feeleth the power of God in him, if he will haue it increase, is to consider the abundant kindnes of God who hath bestowed so great a gift vpon him, he is from the bottom of his heart to giue all praise and thankes and honor vnto him for so great kindnesse and mercie shewed. And he that hath faith, and feeleth the power of God in him, if he will have it increase, is to Consider the abundant kindness of God who hath bestowed so great a gift upon him, he is from the bottom of his heart to give all praise and thanks and honour unto him for so great kindness and mercy showed. cc pns31 cst vhz n1, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, cs pns31 vmb vhi pn31 vvi, vbz pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vhz vvn av j dt n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n2 cc n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp av j n1 cc n1 vvd. (6) sermon (DIV2) 27 Page 52
592 Moreouer, he is to take heed that wil be stedfast in the faith to resist the diuel, that he bee rich in good workes, Moreover, he is to take heed that will be steadfast in the faith to resist the Devil, that he be rich in good works, av, pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi n1 cst vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cst pns31 vbb j p-acp j n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 27 Page 52
593 and that hee abstaine from committing those vices which nature doth lead vnto. and that he abstain from committing those vices which nature does led unto. cc cst pns31 vvb p-acp vvg d n2 r-crq n1 vdz vvi p-acp. (6) sermon (DIV2) 27 Page 52
594 For in the time of triall, in the hower of temptation, or when Satan doth assault, it will greatly shake the mind, For in the time of trial, in the hour of temptation, or when Satan does assault, it will greatly shake the mind, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc c-crq np1 vdz vvi, pn31 vmb av-j vvi dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 27 Page 52
595 if a man when he doth looke for the arguments of a true faith, and findeth that hee hath beene fruitlesse: if a man when he does look for the Arguments of a true faith, and finds that he hath been fruitless: cs dt n1 c-crq pns31 vdz vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, cc vvz cst pns31 vhz vbn j: (6) sermon (DIV2) 27 Page 52
596 but if his conscience doe accuse him not only of a slacknesse in good workes, but if his conscience do accuse him not only of a slackness in good works, cc-acp cs po31 n1 vdb vvi pno31 xx j pp-f dt n1 p-acp j n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 27 Page 52
597 but also of foule sinnes commited, then will he crie out that all his former profession of the faith was but in shew or in hypocrisie. but also of foul Sins committed, then will he cry out that all his former profession of the faith was but in show or in hypocrisy. cc-acp av pp-f j n2 vvn, av vmb pns31 vvi av cst d po31 j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds cc-acp p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 27 Page 53
598 This Apostle in the first chapter of his seconde Epistle teacheth, that if we ioyne vertue with our faith, This Apostle in the First chapter of his seconde Epistle Teaches, that if we join virtue with our faith, d n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po31 ord n1 vvz, cst cs pns12 vvb n1 p-acp po12 n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 28 Page 53
599 and with vertue knowledge, and with knowledge temperance, & with temperance patience, and with patience godlinesse, and with virtue knowledge, and with knowledge temperance, & with temperance patience, and with patience godliness, cc p-acp n1 n1, cc p-acp n1 n1, cc p-acp n1 n1, cc p-acp n1 n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 28 Page 53
600 and with godlinesse brotherlie kindnes, and with brotherlie kindnesse loue: and with godliness brotherly kindness, and with brotherly kindness love: cc p-acp n1 av-j n1, cc p-acp j n1 n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 28 Page 53
601 we shal make our calling and election sure, we shall if we doe these thinges (as he saith) neuer fall. 2. Pet 1. vers. 5.6.10. we shall make our calling and election sure, we shall if we do these things (as he Says) never fallen. 2. Pet 1. vers. 5.6.10. pns12 vmb vvi po12 n1 cc n1 j, pns12 vmb cs pns12 vdb d n2 (c-acp pns31 vvz) av vvi. crd np1 crd zz. crd. (6) sermon (DIV2) 28 Page 53
602 We shall perceiue assuredly if these things be in vs, that God hath called vs effectually, We shall perceive assuredly if these things be in us, that God hath called us effectually, pns12 vmb vvi av-vvn cs d n2 vbb p-acp pno12, cst np1 vhz vvn pno12 av-j, (6) sermon (DIV2) 28 Page 53
603 and that hee hath chosen vs. And therein doth consist the stedfastnes of faith, euen when we are sure that God hath chosen vs in his sonne vnto life eternall. and that he hath chosen us And therein does consist the steadfastness of faith, even when we Are sure that God hath chosen us in his son unto life Eternal. cc cst pns31 vhz vvn pno12 cc av vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, av c-crq pns12 vbr j cst np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 j. (6) sermon (DIV2) 28 Page 53
604 If this assurance of Gods loue and fauour towards vs were not to be attayned vnto, If this assurance of God's love and favour towards us were not to be attained unto, cs d n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc vvi p-acp pno12 vbdr xx pc-acp vbi vvd p-acp, (6) sermon (DIV2) 28 Page 53
605 how could he say, Whom resist stedfast in the faith? Can there be any stedfast faith without that? I beseech yee let vs thinke well of these things: how could he say, Whom resist steadfast in the faith? Can there be any steadfast faith without that? I beseech ye let us think well of these things: q-crq vmd pns31 vvi, ro-crq vvb j p-acp dt n1? vmb a-acp vbi d j n1 p-acp d? pns11 vvb pn22 vvb pno12 vvi av pp-f d n2: (6) sermon (DIV2) 28 Page 53
606 let vs vse all care and diligence, yea all the holy meanes that God hath appointed to increase our faith, that being armed therby, we may resist and ouercome our enemie the diuell. let us use all care and diligence, yea all the holy means that God hath appointed to increase our faith, that being armed thereby, we may resist and overcome our enemy the Devil. vvb pno12 vvi d n1 cc n1, uh d dt j n2 cst np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi po12 n1, cst vbg vvn av, pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi po12 n1 dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 28 Page 53
607 But here it may be demaunded, whether the diuell be to be resisted only by faith, But Here it may be demanded, whither the Devil be to be resisted only by faith, p-acp av pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cs dt n1 vbb pc-acp vbi vvn av-j p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 53
608 or some other things to be vsed? I answere, that Saint Peter doth set downe the only way by which we are to resist the diuell: or Some other things to be used? I answer, that Saint Peter does Set down the only Way by which we Are to resist the Devil: cc d j-jn n2 pc-acp vbi vvn? pns11 vvb, cst n1 np1 vdz vvi a-acp dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 53
609 we haue nothing whereby to withstand him but faith: we have nothing whereby to withstand him but faith: pns12 vhb pix c-crq pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 53
610 and that is sufficient alone to withstand him, whatsoeuer way hee seeketh to hurt vs. I suppose that the reason heerof is euident vnto all men. and that is sufficient alone to withstand him, whatsoever Way he seeks to hurt us I suppose that the reason hereof is evident unto all men. cc cst vbz j av-j pc-acp vvi pno31, r-crq n1 pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno12 pns11 vvb cst dt n1 av vbz j p-acp d n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 54
611 The power of God alone is sufficient (euery man will confesse) to shielde vs from the Diuell, The power of God alone is sufficient (every man will confess) to shield us from the devil, dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j vbz j (d n1 vmb vvi) p-acp n1 pno12 p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 54
612 and no power indeed but the power of God. and no power indeed but the power of God. cc dx n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 54
613 Faith onely armeth vs with that power of God, and maketh it as it were ours. Faith only armeth us with that power of God, and makes it as it were ours. n1 av-j vvz pno12 p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, cc vv2 pn31 c-acp pn31 vbdr png12. (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 54
614 He that standeth and liueth (as the the Scripture speaketh) by faith, standeth and liueth not in himselfe, He that Stands and lives (as the the Scripture speaks) by faith, Stands and lives not in himself, pns31 cst vvz cc vvz (c-acp dt dt n1 vvz) p-acp n1, vvz cc vvz xx p-acp px31, (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 54
615 but in the power of God. but in the power of God. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 54
616 If we thinke it lawfull to seeke help to resist him, and to put him to flight any where but in God, If we think it lawful to seek help to resist him, and to put him to flight any where but in God, cs pns12 vvb pn31 j pc-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi d c-crq p-acp p-acp np1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 54
617 then may we vse some other way to resist him besides faith. We are to resist him by praier, will some say. then may we use Some other Way to resist him beside faith. We Are to resist him by prayer, will Some say. av vmb pns12 vvi d j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1. pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1, vmb d vvi. (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 54
618 That is true, for prayer is a speciall fruite of faith: the liuely faith doth bring foorth true prayer. That is true, for prayer is a special fruit of faith: the lively faith does bring forth true prayer. cst vbz j, p-acp n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1: dt j n1 vdz vvi av j n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 54
619 And if the prayer bee not of faith, it cannot help to deliuer vs from the tyranny of Satan. And if the prayer be not of faith, it cannot help to deliver us from the tyranny of Satan. cc cs dt n1 vbb xx pp-f n1, pn31 vmbx vvi pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 54
620 Faith sendeth vp praier, yea with fasting strong praier, which draweth downe the power of God vpon vs, which shieldeth and defendeth vs from the rage of the fiende. Faith sends up prayer, yea with fasting strong prayer, which draws down the power of God upon us, which shieldeth and defendeth us from the rage of the fiend. n1 vvz a-acp n1, uh p-acp j-vvg j n1, r-crq vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, r-crq vvz cc vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 54
621 All other meanes that haue beene deuised to put diuels to flight, are vaine and friuolous, All other means that have been devised to put Devils to flight, Are vain and frivolous, av-d j-jn n2 cst vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1, vbr j cc j, (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 54
622 yea meere illusions of Satans owne deuising, which wickedlie deface the power of God. yea mere illusions of Satan own devising, which wickedly deface the power of God. uh j n2 pp-f npg1 vvi vvg, r-crq av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 54
623 For when men cannot resist by faith, then doe they flie vnto those other meanes as more sure. For when men cannot resist by faith, then do they fly unto those other means as more sure. p-acp c-crq n2 vmbx vvi p-acp n1, av vdb pns32 vvi p-acp d j-jn n2 a-acp av-dc j. (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 54
624 Wofull is the state of the world in this thing: that when men wil not learne of God to resist the diuell: Woeful is the state of the world in this thing: that when men will not Learn of God to resist the Devil: j vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1: cst c-crq n2 vmb xx vvi pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 54
625 they learne at the diuell himselfe. they Learn At the Devil himself. pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 px31. (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 54
626 But that this thing may be more euident, we are to see how many wayes the diuell seeketh to deuour vs. I doe not meane that we should in particulars see those wayes by which the Diuell deuoureth the soules of men: But that this thing may be more evident, we Are to see how many ways the Devil seeks to devour us I do not mean that we should in particulars see those ways by which the devil devoureth the Souls of men: p-acp cst d n1 vmb vbi av-dc j, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi c-crq d n2 dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pno12 pns11 vdb xx j cst pns12 vmd p-acp n2-jn vvb d n2 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f n2: (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 55
627 for who is able so to expresse them? surely not any mortall man. For he hath manifold sleightes, subtilties and craftes: for who is able so to express them? surely not any Mortal man. For he hath manifold sleights, subtleties and crafts: p-acp r-crq vbz j av pc-acp vvi pno32? av-j xx d j-jn n1. p-acp pns31 vhz j n2, n2 cc n2: (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 55
628 yea euen ten thousand deuises of all sorts to snare, and to entrap the soules withall: yea even ten thousand devises of all sorts to snare, and to entrap the Souls withal: uh av crd crd n2 pp-f d n2 pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 av: (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 55
629 Hee hath also his forces and fierie dartes of terrour to wounde withall. It is no dealing in particulars: He hath also his forces and fiery darts of terror to wound withal. It is no dealing in particulars: pns31 vhz av po31 n2 cc j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 av. pn31 vbz dx n-vvg p-acp n2-jn: (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 55
630 but to bee armed stronglie to resist him howsoeuer he commeth. My purpose therefore is but to touch certaine generall heads which containe the rest. but to be armed strongly to resist him howsoever he comes. My purpose Therefore is but to touch certain general Heads which contain the rest. cc-acp pc-acp vbi vvn av-j pc-acp vvi pno31 c-acp pns31 vvz. po11 n1 av vbz p-acp pc-acp vvi j n1 n2 r-crq vvb dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 55
631 So that this cruell aduersarie, this roaring Lyon the Diuell may catch the praie & deuour it, he careth not which way it bee, So that this cruel adversary, this roaring lion the devil may catch the pray & devour it, he Careth not which Way it be, av cst d j n1, d j-vvg n1 dt n1 vmb vvi dt vvb cc vvi pn31, pns31 vvz xx r-crq n1 pn31 vbi, (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 55
632 for that is the ende of all, if hee may carie soules to hell. for that is the end of all, if he may carry Souls to hell. c-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f d, cs pns31 vmb vvi n2 p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 55
633 And therefore according to the seuerall states and conditions that men bee in, hee frameth himselfe to set vpon them. And Therefore according to the several states and conditions that men be in, he frameth himself to Set upon them. cc av vvg p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 cst n2 vbb p-acp, pns31 vvz px31 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (6) sermon (DIV2) 29 Page 55
634 There is no man (I suppose) which will make any doubt that the diuel coueteth to plunge al men as deep as he can into all euill: There is no man (I suppose) which will make any doubt that the Devil covets to plunge all men as deep as he can into all evil: pc-acp vbz dx n1 (pns11 vvb) r-crq vmb vvi d n1 cst dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi d n2 c-acp j-jn c-acp pns31 vmb p-acp d n-jn: (6) sermon (DIV2) 30 Page 55
635 but according as men are apt and incliued, he is faine to deale as he may, with some one way, with some another. but according as men Are apt and incliued, he is feign to deal as he may, with Some one Way, with Some Another. cc-acp vvg c-acp n2 vbr j cc vvn, pns31 vbz av-j pc-acp vvi c-acp pns31 vmb, p-acp d crd n1, p-acp d n-jn. (6) sermon (DIV2) 30 Page 55
636 Such as be ignorant, & in darknesse, with them he dealeth that he may keep the pure, cleere and heauenlie light of the Gospell out of their harts, Such as be ignorant, & in darkness, with them he deals that he may keep the pure, clear and heavenly Light of the Gospel out of their hearts, d a-acp vbi j, cc p-acp n1, p-acp pno32 pns31 vvz cst pns31 vmb vvi dt j, j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 av pp-f po32 n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 30 Page 55
637 & so holde them still vnder the power and in the kingdome of darknesse. & so hold them still under the power and in the Kingdom of darkness. cc av vvb pno32 av p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 30 Page 55
638 Touching these Saint Paule saith, If our Gospell be hid, it is hid to those that perish: Touching these Saint Paul Says, If our Gospel be hid, it is hid to those that perish: vvg d n1 np1 vvz, cs po12 n1 vbi vvn, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d cst vvb: (6) sermon (DIV2) 30 Page 55
639 in whom the God of this world hath blinded the mindes euen of the infidels, least the light of the Gospell of the glorie of Christ, shoulde shine vnto them: in whom the God of this world hath blinded the minds even of the Infidels, lest the Light of the Gospel of the glory of christ, should shine unto them: p-acp ro-crq dt n1 pp-f d n1 vhz vvn dt n2 av pp-f dt n2, cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vmd vvi p-acp pno32: (6) sermon (DIV2) 30 Page 55
640 which is the image of God. 2. Cor. 4. vers. 3.4. which is the image of God. 2. Cor. 4. vers. 3.4. r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1. crd np1 crd fw-la. crd. (6) sermon (DIV2) 30 Page 56
641 To bring this to passe this enemie vseth speciall meanes, by which he may diffame the Gospel and the profession of it, To bring this to pass this enemy uses special means, by which he may diffame the Gospel and the profession of it, p-acp vvi d pc-acp vvi d n1 vvz j n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, (6) sermon (DIV2) 30 Page 56
642 as a doctrine not to bee suffered, breeding and drawing with it so manie euils. As namelie, he soweth errours, heresies, and wicked opinions. as a Doctrine not to be suffered, breeding and drawing with it so many evils. As namely, he Soweth errors, heresies, and wicked opinions. c-acp dt n1 xx pc-acp vbi vvn, vvg cc vvg p-acp pn31 av d n2-jn. p-acp av, pns31 vvz n2, n2, cc j n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 30 Page 56
643 He is the father of al such things. He is the father of all such things. pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d d n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 30 Page 56
644 He raiseth vp the heretickes and Schismatickes, and then suggesteth to the heartes of men, which be his chiefe seruants, that the Gospell hath bred them, He Raiseth up the Heretics and Schismatics, and then suggests to the hearts of men, which be his chief Servants, that the Gospel hath bred them, pns31 vvz a-acp dt n2 cc n1, cc av vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, r-crq vbb po31 j-jn n2, cst dt n1 vhz vvn pno32, (6) sermon (DIV2) 30 Page 56
645 and they proclaime it with open mouth. and they proclaim it with open Mouth. cc pns32 vvi pn31 p-acp j n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 30 Page 56
646 Behold and see (say they) what a doctrine is this, yea this new learning, that hath brought foorth so many foule heresies and diuisions. Behold and see (say they) what a Doctrine is this, yea this new learning, that hath brought forth so many foul heresies and divisions. vvb cc vvb (vvb pns32) r-crq dt n1 vbz d, uh d j n1, cst vhz vvn av av d j n2 cc n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 30 Page 56
647 The diuell (say they) the diuell goeth with it. The Devil (say they) the Devil Goes with it. dt n1 (vvb pns32) dt n1 vvz p-acp pn31. (6) sermon (DIV2) 30 Page 56
648 How can it be of God? how can it bee good doctrine which bringeth foorth such fruit? How can it be of God? how can it be good Doctrine which brings forth such fruit? q-crq vmb pn31 vbb pp-f np1? q-crq vmb pn31 vbi j n1 r-crq vvz av d n1? (6) sermon (DIV2) 30 Page 56
649 Satan did practise this while the holie Apostles were aliue vpon the earth: Satan did practise this while the holy Apostles were alive upon the earth: np1 vdd vvi d n1 dt j n2 vbdr j p-acp dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 56
650 as we read how the false Apostles did seeke almost euerie where to pul down that which S Paule had built. as we read how the false Apostles did seek almost every where to pull down that which S Paul had built. c-acp pns12 vvb c-crq dt j n2 vdd vvi av d c-crq pc-acp vvi a-acp d r-crq n1 np1 vhd vvn. (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 56
651 S. Iohn in the Reuelation mentioneth the Nicholaitanes, and a woman which said she was a Prophetesse, that taught & seduced the seruāts of the Lord, that they might commit fornication, S. John in the Revelation mentioneth the Nicolaitans, and a woman which said she was a Prophetess, that taught & seduced the Servants of the Lord, that they might commit fornication, np1 np1 p-acp dt n1 vvz dt np2, cc dt n1 r-crq vvd pns31 vbds dt n1, cst vvd cc vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 56
652 and eat of things offred vnto Idols. and eat of things offered unto Idols. cc vvi pp-f n2 vvn p-acp n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 56
653 And the same Apostle saith, that in his time there were many Antichrists (for so he calleth the heretikes which then were) 1. Ioh. 2. S. Paule said to the Elders of Ephesus. And the same Apostle Says, that in his time there were many Antichrists (for so he calls the Heretics which then were) 1. John 2. S. Paul said to the Elders of Ephesus. cc dt d n1 vvz, cst p-acp po31 n1 a-acp vbdr d np2 (c-acp av pns31 vvz dt n2 r-crq av vbdr) crd np1 crd np1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 56
654 I knowe this that after my departure there shall enter in among you grieuous Wolues, not sparing the flocke, I know this that After my departure there shall enter in among you grievous Wolves, not sparing the flock, pns11 vvb d cst p-acp po11 n1 a-acp vmb vvi p-acp p-acp pn22 j n2, xx vvg dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 57
655 and there shall rise vp of your selues that shal speak peruerse things to draw Disciples after them. and there shall rise up of your selves that shall speak perverse things to draw Disciples After them. cc pc-acp vmb vvi a-acp pp-f po22 n2 cst vmb vvi j n2 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp pno32. (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 57
656 Act. 20. When all the Apostles were taken out of this life, then was this prophecie fully accomplished, Act. 20. When all the Apostles were taken out of this life, then was this prophecy Fully accomplished, n1 crd c-crq d dt n2 vbdr vvn av pp-f d n1, av vbds d n1 av-j vvn, (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 57
657 for then did the diuell send foorth euen routs of wicked heretickes which did seduce manie, & greatlie trouble all Churches. for then did the Devil send forth even routs of wicked Heretics which did seduce many, & greatly trouble all Churches. c-acp av vdd dt n1 vvb av av-j n2 pp-f j n2 r-crq vdd vvi d, cc av-j vvi d n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 57
658 Then had hee those which cried out: Then had he those which cried out: av vhd pns31 d q-crq vvd av: (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 57
659 Beholde what a Gospell, is this which hath brought foorth so foule and monstrous opinions? Thus cunninglie did Satan work to keepe manie still in their former blindnes. Behold what a Gospel, is this which hath brought forth so foul and monstrous opinions? Thus cunningly did Satan work to keep many still in their former blindness. vvb r-crq dt n1, vbz d r-crq vhz vvn av av j cc j n2? av av-jn vdd np1 vvi pc-acp vvi d av p-acp po32 j n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 57
660 And in like maner in these dayes, when the light of the gospell againe brake foorth, he raised vp horrible heresies and sectes, And in like manner in these days, when the Light of the gospel again brake forth, he raised up horrible heresies and Sects, cc p-acp j n1 p-acp d n2, c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av vvd av, pns31 vvd a-acp j n2 cc n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 57
661 and then setteth his seruants a worke to crie out. and then sets his Servants a work to cry out. cc av vvz po31 n2 dt n1 pc-acp vvi av. (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 57
662 See what fruits this new Gospell bringeth forth? This hath made many so much offended at it, that they will not heare it: See what fruits this new Gospel brings forth? This hath made many so much offended At it, that they will not hear it: n1 q-crq n2 d j n1 vvz av? np1 vhz vvn d av av-d vvn p-acp pn31, cst pns32 vmb xx vvi pn31: (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 57
663 and so the Diuell holdeth them still in their former blindnesse, and deuoureth them as a praie. and so the devil holds them still in their former blindness, and devoureth them as a pray. cc av dt n1 vvz pno32 av p-acp po32 j n1, cc vvz pno32 p-acp dt vvb. (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 57
664 Also hee raiseth vp lies and slaunders to diffame both the doctrine and al that professe it. Also he Raiseth up lies and slanders to diffame both the Doctrine and all that profess it. av pns31 vvz a-acp n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi d dt n1 cc d cst vvb pn31. (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 57
665 This hath beene his ancient practise. This hath been his ancient practice. np1 vhz vbn po31 j n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 57
666 Christ was said to haue a diuell, to be a raiser of sedition, and an enemie to Cesar. christ was said to have a Devil, to be a raiser of sedition, and an enemy to Cesar. np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vhi dt n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 p-acp np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 57
667 His Apostles were deemed to be raisers of faction and disturbers of the common peace, enemies to the state of princes, His Apostles were deemed to be raisers of faction and disturbers of the Common peace, enemies to the state of Princes, po31 n2 vbdr vvn pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f n1 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1, n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 57
668 and the Christians euer were accused to be men whichsecretly amōg themselues did commit most foule and abominable sinnes. and the Christians ever were accused to be men whichsecretly among themselves did commit most foul and abominable Sins. cc dt np1 av vbdr vvn pc-acp vbi n2 av-jn p-acp px32 vdd vvi ds j cc j n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 57
669 True it is, that in all times he had manie which were hypocrites that professed the trueth for a time and then falling into notorious offences, all the professors were said to be such. True it is, that in all times he had many which were Hypocrites that professed the truth for a time and then falling into notorious offences, all the professors were said to be such. j pn31 vbz, cst p-acp d n2 pns31 vhd d r-crq vbdr n2 cst vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc av vvg p-acp j n2, d dt n2 vbdr vvn pc-acp vbi d. (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 58
670 Thus hath he in all times held many in darknesse, by making them out of loue with the doctrine of saluation. Thus hath he in all times held many in darkness, by making them out of love with the Doctrine of salvation. av vhz pns31 p-acp d n2 vvd d p-acp n1, p-acp vvg pno32 av pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 58
671 And as when Christ was risen from the dead, Satan did raise and spread a lie, And as when christ was risen from the dead, Satan did raise and spread a lie, cc c-acp c-crq np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt j, np1 vdd vvi cc vvi dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 58
672 namely that while the watchmen were asleep, the disciples of Christ did steale him away, namely that while the watchmen were asleep, the Disciples of christ did steal him away, av cst cs dt n2 vbdr j, dt n2 pp-f np1 vdd vvi pno31 av, (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 58
673 and then sayd he was risen, and this lie was beleeued (though it were most absurd & had no shew of liklihood) so looke what lies and slaunders he raiseth vp nowe, manie doe beleeue them. and then said he was risen, and this lie was believed (though it were most absurd & had no show of likelihood) so look what lies and slanders he Raiseth up now, many do believe them. cc av vvd pns31 vbds vvn, cc d n1 vbds vvn (c-acp pn31 vbdr av-ds j cc vhd dx n1 pp-f n1) av vvb r-crq vvz cc n2 pns31 vvz a-acp av, d vdb vvi pno32. (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 58
674 For as S. Paul saith 2. Thess. 2. Because men receiue not the loue of the truth, God sendeth them strong delusion to beleeue lies. For as S. Paul Says 2. Thess 2. Because men receive not the love of the truth, God sends them strong delusion to believe lies. p-acp p-acp n1 np1 vvz crd np1 crd p-acp n2 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 vvz pno32 j n1 pc-acp vvi n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 58
675 Nowe for a man to resist the diuell in these practises, that he be not seduced and held in blindnes, it is necessarie to haue knowledge of the trueth and a liuely faith. Now for a man to resist the Devil in these practises, that he be not seduced and held in blindness, it is necessary to have knowledge of the truth and a lively faith. av p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2, cst pns31 vbb xx vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vhi n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt j n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 58
676 For if he come once to that, he shal find that the Gospel is the pure and heauenly light, For if he come once to that, he shall find that the Gospel is the pure and heavenly Light, p-acp cs pns31 vvb a-acp p-acp d, pns31 vmb vvi d dt n1 vbz dt j cc j n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 58
677 euen the power of God to saluation, as S. Paule saith, to euery one that beleeueth. even the power of God to salvation, as S. Paul Says, to every one that Believeth. av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, c-acp n1 np1 vvz, p-acp d pi cst vvz. (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 58
678 Rom. 1. And that these sectes and heresies and troubles that follow it, are raised vp by the diuell himselfe, Rom. 1. And that these Sects and heresies and Troubles that follow it, Are raised up by the Devil himself, np1 crd cc cst d n2 cc n2 cc n2 cst vvb pn31, vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 px31, (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 58
679 euen of purpose to diffame the truth, that so men may abhorre to hear it preached. even of purpose to diffame the truth, that so men may abhor to hear it preached. av pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cst av n2 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 vvn. (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 58
680 Such as haue receiued the knowledge of the truth and are lightened, in them hee seeketh how he may quench the light, Such as have received the knowledge of the truth and Are lightened, in them he seeks how he may quench the Light, d c-acp vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc vbr vvn, p-acp pno32 pns31 vvz c-crq pns31 vmb vvi dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 58
681 or take the power of it out of their harts, and so deuoure them as his praie. or take the power of it out of their hearts, and so devour them as his pray. cc vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31 av pp-f po32 n2, cc av vvi pno32 p-acp po31 vvb. (6) sermon (DIV2) 31 Page 58
682 He hath diuers wayes and means to effect this. He hath diverse ways and means to Effect this. pns31 vhz j n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi d. (6) sermon (DIV2) 32 Page 58
683 To such as be the weaker in knowledge, euen as babes in vnderstanding of the heuaēly mysteries, he layeth stumbling blockes and offences, that he may cause them to stumble and fall, To such as be the Weaker in knowledge, even as babes in understanding of the heuaenly Mysteres, he Layeth stumbling blocks and offences, that he may cause them to Stumble and fallen, p-acp d a-acp vbi dt jc p-acp n1, av c-acp n2 p-acp vvg pp-f dt j n2, pns31 vvz vvg n2 cc n2, cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi cc vvi, (6) sermon (DIV2) 32 Page 59
684 or to turne aside out of the way into which they haue entred. He raiseth vp terrours, troubles, and perilles to abash them. or to turn aside out of the Way into which they have entered. He Raiseth up terrors, Troubles, and perils to abash them. cc pc-acp vvi av av pp-f dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb vvn. pns31 vvz a-acp n2, n2, cc n2 pc-acp vvi pno32. (6) sermon (DIV2) 32 Page 59
685 He tempteth and leadeth into dispair, shooting his fierie dartes. He tempts and leads into despair, shooting his fiery darts. pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp n1, vvg po31 j n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 32 Page 59
686 To auoyde these perils, there is no way, but that as S. Paule prayeth for the faithfull at Colossa, that we bee filled with the knowledge of the will of God in all wisdome and spirituall vnderstanding: To avoid these perils, there is no Way, but that as S. Paul Prayeth for the faithful At Colossae, that we be filled with the knowledge of the will of God in all Wisdom and spiritual understanding: p-acp vvi d n2, pc-acp vbz dx n1, cc-acp cst p-acp n1 np1 vvz p-acp dt j p-acp np1, cst pns12 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 cc j n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 32 Page 59
687 that we may walke worthie of the Lord in all pleasing being fruitfull in all good workes, that we may walk worthy of the Lord in all pleasing being fruitful in all good works, cst pns12 vmb vvi j pp-f dt n1 p-acp d j-vvg n1 j p-acp d j n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 32 Page 59
688 and increasing in the knowledge of God: and increasing in the knowledge of God: cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 32 Page 59
689 strengthened in all might through his glorious power, vnto all patience and long suffering with ioyfulnesse, Coloss. 1. vers. 9.10.11. strengthened in all might through his glorious power, unto all patience and long suffering with joyfulness, Coloss. 1. vers. 9.10.11. vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 j n1, p-acp d n1 cc av-j vvg p-acp n1, np1 crd fw-la. crd. (6) sermon (DIV2) 32 Page 59
690 Some others that haue receiued more knowledge he seeketh to cast downe through pride and presumption, he tempteth them to be puffed vp, some Others that have received more knowledge he seeks to cast down through pride and presumption, he tempts them to be puffed up, d n2-jn cst vhb vvn dc n1 pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, pns31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp, (6) sermon (DIV2) 32 Page 59
691 and to swell, and so leadeth them into sectes, errours, and heresies, as his fit occasion serueth, one parte into one, another into another. and to swell, and so leads them into Sects, errors, and heresies, as his fit occasion serveth, one part into one, Another into Another. cc pc-acp vvi, cc av vvz pno32 p-acp n2, n2, cc n2, c-acp po31 j n1 vvz, crd n1 p-acp crd, j-jn p-acp n-jn. (6) sermon (DIV2) 32 Page 59
692 Heere is need of sound knowledge of heauenlie thinges, and of that sincere faith which purgeth the heart, Here is need of found knowledge of heavenly things, and of that sincere faith which Purgeth the heart, av vbz n1 pp-f j n1 pp-f j n2, cc pp-f d j n1 r-crq vvz dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 59
693 and emptieth it of pride and humaine presumption, leading men to rest only vpon God with feare and trembling, euen with true humilitie. and emptieth it of pride and human presumption, leading men to rest only upon God with Fear and trembling, even with true humility. cc vvz pn31 pp-f n1 cc j n1, vvg n2 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1 p-acp n1 cc j-vvg, av-j p-acp j n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 59
694 Also as hee perceiueth mens inclination, hee tempteth and leadeth them into grieuous and abominable sinnes, Also as he perceives men's inclination, he tempts and leads them into grievous and abominable Sins, av c-acp pns31 vvz ng2 n1, pns31 vvz cc vvz pno32 p-acp j cc j n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 59
695 and such as God is highly displeased withal, some into one, and some into another, and so casteth them downe. and such as God is highly displeased withal, Some into one, and Some into Another, and so Cast them down. cc d c-acp np1 vbz av-j vvn av, d p-acp crd, cc d p-acp n-jn, cc av vvz pno32 a-acp. (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 60
696 And in this hee is woonderfull subtill, and can finde what sinne a man may most easilie bee brought into. And in this he is wondered subtle, and can find what sin a man may most Easily be brought into. cc p-acp d pns31 vbz j-vvn j, cc vmb vvi r-crq n1 dt n1 vmb av-ds av-j vbi vvn p-acp. (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 60
697 If he bee inclined to vaine mirth and iesting, hee seeketh to fit him with companions for that: If he be inclined to vain mirth and jesting, he seeks to fit him with Sodales for that: cs pns31 vbb vvn p-acp j n1 cc n-vvg, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n2 p-acp d: (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 60
698 that when he hath receiued the touch of heauenlie motions, that vaine mirth may put it out. that when he hath received the touch of heavenly motions, that vain mirth may put it out. cst c-crq pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f j n2, cst j n1 vmb vvi pn31 av. (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 60
699 If hee bee inclined to vncleane lustes of fornication, he wil finde the meanes (if it bee possible) to set as it were the bait before him, where hee may bee intised. If he be inclined to unclean lusts of fornication, he will find the means (if it be possible) to Set as it were the bait before him, where he may be enticed. cs pns31 vbb vvn p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, pns31 vmb vvi dt n2 (cs pn31 vbb j) pc-acp vvi c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1 p-acp pno31, c-crq pns31 vmb vbi vvn. (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 60
700 And so is it in all other vices: so that men had need watch and pray least they enter into temptation. And so is it in all other vices: so that men had need watch and pray lest they enter into temptation. cc av vbz pn31 p-acp d j-jn n2: av d n2 vhd n1 vvi cc vvb cs pns32 vvb p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 60
701 They neede to bee armed with a stedfast faith to reliste, that by their faith, all the firie dartes of this horrible enemie may bee quenched. They need to be armed with a steadfast faith to reliste, that by their faith, all the firy darts of this horrible enemy may be quenched. pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1, cst p-acp po32 n1, d dt j n2 pp-f d j n1 vmb vbi vvn. (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 60
702 His subtilties to keepe men in blindnesse, his lies and slaunders to driue men from the Gospell, his assaultes to lead into despaire, his stumbling blocks and terrours to turne men out of the way, his temptation to leade into heresies and sectes, His subtleties to keep men in blindness, his lies and slanders to driven men from the Gospel, his assaults to led into despair, his stumbling blocks and terrors to turn men out of the Way, his temptation to lead into heresies and Sects, po31 n2 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1, po31 n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1, po31 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, po31 j-vvg n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi n2 av pp-f dt n1, po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 cc n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 60
703 or into any foule sinne, or whatsoeuer dartes hee shooteth, there is no way to resist him, or into any foul sin, or whatsoever darts he shoots, there is no Way to resist him, cc p-acp d j n1, cc r-crq n2 pns31 vvz, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 60
704 and to be kept safe, but by a true, a liuely, and a stedfast faith. and to be kept safe, but by a true, a lively, and a steadfast faith. cc pc-acp vbi vvn j, cc-acp p-acp dt j, dt j, cc dt j n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 60
705 Therefore (beloued) seeing this enemie is so vigilant, & doth so cruellie seek our destruction night and day, Therefore (Beloved) seeing this enemy is so vigilant, & does so cruelly seek our destruction night and day, av (vvn) vvg d n1 vbz av j, cc vdz av av-j vvi po12 n1 n1 cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 60
706 euen to swallow vs vp into the gulfe of hell: and seeing he hath so manie sleightes, so many trappes, so manie baytes and allurementtes, even to swallow us up into the gulf of hell: and seeing he hath so many sleights, so many traps, so many baits and allurementtes, av-j pc-acp vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: cc vvg pns31 vhz av d n2, av d n2, av d n2 cc n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 60
707 so manie firy dartes to wounde vnto death: and seeing we are so readie to bee seduced, hauing no power of our selues; so many firy darts to wound unto death: and seeing we Are so ready to be seduced, having no power of our selves; av d j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n1: cc vvg pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vbi vvn, vhg dx n1 pp-f po12 n2; (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 60
708 let vs seeke to bee stronglie armed with the power of God, that so wee may get the victorie. let us seek to be strongly armed with the power of God, that so we may get the victory. vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst av pns12 vmb vvi dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 61
709 There is no way for vs to bee armed with the power of God, but by faith; There is no Way for us to be armed with the power of God, but by faith; pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp p-acp n1; (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 61
710 so that the ende of all is this, that men labour for the increase and strengthening of their faith: so that the end of all is this, that men labour for the increase and strengthening of their faith: av cst dt n1 pp-f d vbz d, cst n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc vvg pp-f po32 n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 61
711 vse all good meanes and that continually for the furtherance of the same. use all good means and that continually for the furtherance of the same. vvb d j n2 cc cst av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d. (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 61
712 If vpon such a danger wee will not bee admonished by this wholesome admonition of the Apostle, we are more then foolish or mad. If upon such a danger we will not be admonished by this wholesome admonition of the Apostle, we Are more then foolish or mad. cs p-acp d dt n1 pns12 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vbr av-dc cs j cc j. (6) sermon (DIV2) 33 Page 61
713 It may be some man will say that the diuell is to be resisted onlie by faith when he commeth to hutte the soule: It may be Some man will say that the Devil is to be resisted only by faith when he comes to hut the soul: pn31 vmb vbi d n1 vmb vvi cst dt n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av-j p-acp n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 34 Page 61
714 but is it not another case when he commeth to hurte the bodie, the cattell, but is it not Another case when he comes to hurt the body, the cattle, cc-acp vbz pn31 xx j-jn n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1, dt n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 34 Page 61
715 or the goods of a man? Is he then also to be resisted onlie by faith? Or is it all one when he commeth to doe those thinges of himselfe, or the goods of a man? Is he then also to be resisted only by faith? Or is it all one when he comes to do those things of himself, cc dt n2-j pp-f dt n1? vbz pns31 av av pc-acp vbi vvn av-j p-acp n1? cc vbz pn31 d crd c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vdi d n2 pp-f px31, (6) sermon (DIV2) 34 Page 61
716 and when he is sent to doe them by witches and sorcerers? Is there now no meanes to resist him but by faith? To answere to this question, and when he is sent to do them by Witches and sorcerers? Is there now no means to resist him but by faith? To answer to this question, cc c-crq pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vdi pno32 p-acp n2 cc n2? vbz pc-acp av dx n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp p-acp n1? p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 34 Page 61
717 first it is to bee graunted that the diuels doe indeed delight to torment and to hurt man any way. First it is to be granted that the Devils do indeed delight to torment and to hurt man any Way. ord pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn cst dt n2 vdb av vvi pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi n1 d n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 34 Page 61
718 And withal we see it plainlie taught in the scriptures that he hath had powwer and leaue sometimes granted vnto him so for to hurt: And withal we see it plainly taught in the Scriptures that he hath had powwer and leave sometime granted unto him so for to hurt: cc av pns12 vvb pn31 av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 cst pns31 vhz vhn n1 cc vvi av vvn p-acp pno31 av c-acp pc-acp vvi: (6) sermon (DIV2) 34 Page 61
719 As it was granted vnto him to destroy Iobs goods, some by fire, and some taken away by robbers: As it was granted unto him to destroy Jobs goods, Some by fire, and Some taken away by robbers: c-acp pn31 vbds vvn p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi n2 n2-j, d p-acp n1, cc d vvn av p-acp n2: (6) sermon (DIV2) 34 Page 61
720 to kill his children, and then to plague him in his body with most grieuous sores. to kill his children, and then to plague him in his body with most grievous sores. pc-acp vvi po31 n2, cc av pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp ds j n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 34 Page 61
721 Wee read of many in the Gospell whose bodies were possessed with diuelles, and whome hee did torment in verie grieuous maner. we read of many in the Gospel whose bodies were possessed with diuelles, and whom he did torment in very grievous manner. pns12 vvb pp-f d p-acp dt n1 rg-crq n2 vbdr vvn p-acp fw-la, cc r-crq pns31 vdd vvi p-acp av j n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 34 Page 61
722 And we must know withall that when he doth hurt in the bodie or in the goods, his chiefe drift and practise is thereby to destroy both body and soule, And we must know withal that when he does hurt in the body or in the goods, his chief drift and practice is thereby to destroy both body and soul, cc pns12 vmb vvi av cst c-crq pns31 vdz vvi p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n2-j, po31 j-jn n1 cc n1 vbz av pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 62
723 and so he may make it a meane to win the soule, hee will cease for to hurt the body, seeming as if he were expelled. and so he may make it a mean to win the soul, he will cease for to hurt the body, seeming as if he were expelled. cc av pns31 vmb vvi pn31 dt j pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, vvg c-acp cs pns31 vbdr vvd. (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 62
724 We read in the Gospell of two possessed with diuels, and Iesus casting forth the Diuels, they besought him to giue them leaue to enter into an hearde of swine, hee gaue them leaue, they entered, We read in the Gospel of two possessed with Devils, and Iesus casting forth the Devils, they besought him to give them leave to enter into an heard of Swine, he gave them leave, they entered, pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd vvn p-acp n2, cc np1 vvg av dt n2, pns32 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvn pp-f n1, pns31 vvd pno32 vvi, pns32 vvd, (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 62
725 and caried the whole hearde of swine headlong from a steepe place into the sea, and carried the Whole heard of Swine headlong from a steep place into the sea, cc vvd dt j-jn vvn pp-f n1 av-j p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 62
726 and drowned them, Math. 8. What was the purpose of those Diuelles, what was their desire? Was it no more then for to destroy the poore dumbe beastes? Yes verely they had a further reach, & a deeper practise. and drowned them, Math. 8. What was the purpose of those Diuelles, what was their desire? Was it no more then for to destroy the poor dumb beasts? Yes verily they had a further reach, & a Deeper practice. cc vvd pno32, np1 crd q-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f d fw-la, r-crq vbds po32 n1? vbds pn31 dx dc cs c-acp pc-acp vvi dt j j n2? uh av-j pns32 vhd dt jc n1, cc dt jc-jn n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 62
727 This it was, they sought to bring Christ into hatred with the men of that region among whom hee was nowe come: This it was, they sought to bring christ into hatred with the men of that region among whom he was now come: d pn31 vbds, pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbds av vvn: (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 62
728 and why? but euen that they might not heare him bringing the word of life. and why? but even that they might not hear him bringing the word of life. cc q-crq? cc-acp av cst pns32 vmd xx vvi pno31 vvg dt n1 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 62
729 They knewe that those men were worldly minded, and that the losse of their hogges woulde grieue them sore, They knew that those men were worldly minded, and that the loss of their hogs would grieve them soar, pns32 vvd cst d n2 vbdr j vvn, cc cst dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 vmd vvi pno32 av-j, (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 62
730 and that they had rather be without Christ, then that hee should bring them such losse. and that they had rather be without christ, then that he should bring them such loss. cc cst pns32 vhd av-c vbi p-acp np1, av cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32 d n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 62
731 And so it came to passe, for the men of that citie came forth and entreated him to depart out of their coastes. And so it Come to pass, for the men of that City Come forth and entreated him to depart out of their coasts. cc av pn31 vvd pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 vvd av cc vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi av pp-f po32 n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 62
732 Here was a craftie conueyance, and so Satan, whensoeuer he obtayneth power to hurt the body of man, his cattell or goods, it is not without some great subtiltie of a further and a greater mischiefe which he seeketh to worke. Here was a crafty conveyance, and so Satan, whensoever he obtaineth power to hurt the body of man, his cattle or goods, it is not without Some great subtlety of a further and a greater mischief which he seeks to work. av vbds dt j n1, cc av np1, c-crq pns31 vvz n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, po31 n2 cc n2-j, pn31 vbz xx p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt jc cc dt jc n1 r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi. (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 62
733 Then further we may bee sure that it is all one whether he come of himselfe, Then further we may be sure that it is all one whither he come of himself, av av-j pns12 vmb vbi j cst pn31 vbz d pi cs pns31 vvb pp-f px31, (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 63
734 or be sent by a witch. or be sent by a witch. cc vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 63
735 For I take it, none will be so simple as to imagine that if hee haue power to hurt, that he will lie still and not hurt vnlesse hee be sent by some man or woman. For I take it, none will be so simple as to imagine that if he have power to hurt, that he will lie still and not hurt unless he be sent by Some man or woman. p-acp pns11 vvb pn31, pix vmb vbi av j c-acp pc-acp vvi cst cs pns31 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vmb vvi av cc xx vvi cs pns31 vbb vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 63
736 And if hee haue not leaue granted him from God, no mortal creature can giue him power to touch the body or cattell of a man. And if he have not leave granted him from God, no Mortal creature can give him power to touch the body or cattle of a man. cc cs pns31 vhb xx n1 vvn pno31 p-acp np1, dx j-jn n1 vmb vvi pno31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 63
737 Howsoeuer he commeth, wee must knowe it is the Lorde GOD of heauen that hath sent him, Howsoever he comes, we must know it is the Lord GOD of heaven that hath sent him, c-acp pns31 vvz, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 vbz dt n1 np1 pp-f n1 cst vhz vvn pno31, (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 63
738 euen as hee gaue him leaue to deale with Iob. Then it must needs follow, that there is no power for to resist him withall, but the power of God: even as he gave him leave to deal with Job Then it must needs follow, that there is no power for to resist him withal, but the power of God: av c-acp pns31 vvd pno31 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp zz av pn31 vmb av vvi, cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 av, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 35 Page 63
739 and there is no way to be armed with that power, but onelie by faith. and there is no Way to be armed with that power, but only by faith. cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1, cc-acp av-j p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 63
740 If there bee no way to withstand Satan but by the power of God (as it is most wicked to denie) and through faith onelie man is armed with that power, what other way or meanes can there bee to resist him? There was a child possessed with a Diuell: If there be no Way to withstand Satan but by the power of God (as it is most wicked to deny) and through faith only man is armed with that power, what other Way or means can there be to resist him? There was a child possessed with a devil: cs pc-acp vbi dx n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (c-acp pn31 vbz av-ds j pc-acp vvi) cc p-acp n1 j n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1, r-crq j-jn n1 cc n2 vmb a-acp vbi pc-acp vvi pno31? pc-acp vbds dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 63
741 the father brought him to the Disciples of Christ, that they might cast him out; but they could not; Iesus cast him out. the father brought him to the Disciples of christ, that they might cast him out; but they could not; Iesus cast him out. dt n1 vvd pno31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cst pns32 vmd vvi pno31 av; cc-acp pns32 vmd xx; np1 vvd pno31 av. (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 63
742 Then the Disciples did aske him why they coulde not cast him out? Hee said vnto them, because of your vnbeleefe. Then the Disciples did ask him why they could not cast him out? He said unto them, Because of your unbelief. av dt n2 vdd vvi pno31 c-crq pns32 vmd xx vvi pno31 av? pns31 vvd p-acp pno32, c-acp pp-f po22 n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 63
743 This kind (saith he) goeth not out but by prayer & fasting, Math. 17. Where wee see that the diuel tormēting the body, is to be cast out by faith, This kind (Says he) Goes not out but by prayer & fasting, Math. 17. Where we see that the Devil tormenting the body, is to be cast out by faith, d n1 (vvz pns31) vvz xx av cc-acp p-acp n1 cc vvg, np1 crd c-crq pns12 vvb cst dt n1 vvg dt n1, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 63
744 yea by a strong faith, which is to bee assisted with fasting and prayer. yea by a strong faith, which is to be assisted with fasting and prayer. uh p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp vvg cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 63
745 But what if the diuell (say some) afflicting the bodie, or destroying the goods cannot be remooued by faith or withstood, shall not men then seeke to remooue him, But what if the Devil (say Some) afflicting the body, or destroying the goods cannot be removed by faith or withstood, shall not men then seek to remove him, p-acp q-crq cs dt n1 (vvb d) vvg dt n1, cc vvg dt n2-j vmbx vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc vvn, vmb xx n2 av vvi pc-acp vvi pno31, (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 62
746 or to withstande him some other wayes? As wee are taught by experience, that the diuell possessing the bodie of some man, woman or child, or to withstand him Some other ways? As we Are taught by experience, that the Devil possessing the body of Some man, woman or child, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 d j-jn n2? c-acp pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1, cst dt n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f d n1, n1 cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 62
747 and tormenting the same, prayer hath been vsed, and that very often, and yet no remedie hath beene found, and tormenting the same, prayer hath been used, and that very often, and yet no remedy hath been found, cc vvg dt d, n1 vhz vbn vvn, cc cst av av, cc av dx n1 vhz vbn vvn, (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 62
748 but by other meanes he hath been expelled. but by other means he hath been expelled. cc-acp p-acp j-jn n2 pns31 vhz vbn vvd. (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 62
749 Yea, some haue been of that minde that God hauing giuen Satan power to touch their bodies, their children, Yea, Some have been of that mind that God having given Satan power to touch their bodies, their children, uh, d vhb vbn pp-f d n1 cst np1 vhg vvn np1 n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2, po32 n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 62
750 or their goods, they would seeke no further but to God, saying, that as hee had giuen him power, or their goods, they would seek no further but to God, saying, that as he had given him power, cc po32 n2-j, pns32 vmd vvi av-dx av-jc cc-acp p-acp np1, vvg, cst c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pno31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 62
751 so when it should please him hee woulde restraine him, and thereupon they would rest: but in the ende they haue beene glad to vse other meanes. so when it should please him he would restrain him, and thereupon they would rest: but in the end they have been glad to use other means. av c-crq pn31 vmd vvi pno31 pns31 vmd vvi pno31, cc av pns32 vmd vvi: cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pns32 vhb vbn j pc-acp vvi j-jn n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 62
752 God hath appointed meanes, and they tempt God that refuse them. God hath appointed means, and they tempt God that refuse them. np1 vhz vvn n2, cc pns32 vvb np1 cst vvb pno32. (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 62
753 If a man be fallen into a ditch, and lie still praying, God helpe mee, Lord help me, If a man be fallen into a ditch, and lie still praying, God help me, Lord help me, cs dt n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvb av vvg, np1 vvb pno11, n1 vvb pno11, (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 62
754 and doth not stir to clime out, hee may he long enough. and does not stir to climb out, he may he long enough. cc vdz xx vvi pc-acp vvi av, pns31 vmb pns31 vvi av-d. (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 62
755 If there be meanes by which the diuell is driuen out, why should not men vse them, seeing we may suppose that God hath appointed those meanes? To answer vnto these thinges, we may first consider, that the Lord God for the triall of their faith and patience, doth giue leaue to Satan to afflict his children. This is for their good. If there be means by which the Devil is driven out, why should not men use them, seeing we may suppose that God hath appointed those means? To answer unto these things, we may First Consider, that the Lord God for the trial of their faith and patience, does give leave to Satan to afflict his children. This is for their good. cs pc-acp vbb n2 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz vvn av, q-crq vmd xx n2 vvi pno32, vvg pns12 vmb vvi cst np1 vhz vvn d n2? p-acp n1 p-acp d n2, pns12 vmb ord vvi, cst dt n1 np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1, vdz vvi n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2. d vbz p-acp po32 j. (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 62
756 What should I vse any proofe for this, but the exemple of sob? He was throughlie tried. What should I use any proof for this, but the exemple of sob? He was throughly tried. q-crq vmd pns11 vvi d n1 p-acp d, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? pns31 vbds av-j vvn. (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 62
757 Now seeing it was the will of God that he should so be tried, both for his owne good, Now seeing it was the will of God that he should so be tried, both for his own good, av vvg pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 cst pns31 vmd av vbi vvn, av-d p-acp po31 d j, (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 62
758 and for the instruction of many others, though his faith were a right strong faith, and for the instruction of many Others, though his faith were a right strong faith, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2-jn, cs po31 n1 vbdr dt n-jn j n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 62
759 yet in this thing it did not repell Satan, but he had power giuen him to touch his goods, children and body. yet in this thing it did not repel Satan, but he had power given him to touch his goods, children and body. av p-acp d n1 pn31 vdd xx vvi np1, cc-acp pns31 vhd n1 vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n2-j, n2 cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 63
760 And so we may hold it vndoubtedly, that if God will giue power or leaue vnto Satan to touch the bodie, the children, And so we may hold it undoubtedly, that if God will give power or leave unto Satan to touch the body, the children, cc av pns12 vmb vvi pn31 av-j, cst cs np1 vmb vvi n1 cc vvi p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, dt n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 63
761 or the goods of any faithfull man, for such a purpose as this was in Iob, faith doth not remooue him from so afflicting: or the goods of any faithful man, for such a purpose as this was in Job, faith does not remove him from so afflicting: cc dt n2-j pp-f d j n1, p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbds p-acp np1, n1 vdz xx vvi pno31 p-acp av vvg: (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 63
762 but faith in those so for a time afflicted doth resist him, so that hee doth not nor cannot preuaile against the soule. but faith in those so for a time afflicted does resist him, so that he does not nor cannot prevail against the soul. cc-acp n1 p-acp d av p-acp dt n1 j-vvn vdz vvi pno31, av cst pns31 vdz xx ccx vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 63
763 That is enough for vs. Such a man is to submit himselfe to the chastisement of God for his trial. That is enough for us Such a man is to submit himself to the chastisement of God for his trial. cst vbz av-d p-acp pno12 d dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 63
764 If Satan cannot be remooued from hurting him in those outward thinges which are of lesse value, let him hold fast that he resist him by faith, If Satan cannot be removed from hurting him in those outward things which Are of less valve, let him hold fast that he resist him by faith, cs np1 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp vvg pno31 p-acp d j n2 r-crq vbr pp-f dc n1, vvb pno31 vvi av-j cst pns31 vvb pno31 p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 63
765 so that hee win not his soule and he is well: the Lord God will in his good time deliuer him from that other calamitie. so that he win not his soul and he is well: the Lord God will in his good time deliver him from that other calamity. av cst pns31 vvb xx po31 n1 cc pns31 vbz av: dt n1 np1 vmb p-acp po31 j n1 vvi pno31 p-acp d j-jn n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 63
766 Let him knowe it is for his good that he is so chastised. Let him know it is for his good that he is so chastised. vvb pno31 vvi pn31 vbz p-acp po31 j cst pns31 vbz av vvn. (6) sermon (DIV2) 36 Page 63
767 The woman of Canaan, Math. 15. was a woman of a wonderfull faith, for Christ saith, I haue not found so great faith in Israell, and yet the Diuell did torment her daughter. The woman of Canaan, Math. 15. was a woman of a wonderful faith, for christ Says, I have not found so great faith in Israel, and yet the devil did torment her daughter. dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd vbds dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-acp np1 vvz, pns11 vhb xx vvn av j n1 p-acp np1, cc av dt n1 vdd vvi po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 37 Page 63
768 She did not seeke any other meanes, but sought out Christ, and obtained of him to haue the Diuell cast out, which did so grieuously torment her child. She did not seek any other means, but sought out christ, and obtained of him to have the devil cast out, which did so grievously torment her child. pns31 vdd xx vvi d j-jn n2, cc-acp vvd av np1, cc vvn pp-f pno31 pc-acp vhi dt n1 vvd av, r-crq vdd av av-j vvi po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 37 Page 63
769 This was for her triall, and she did for the time endure it, resisting the diuell so mightilie by faith that he could not preuaile against her soule. This was for her trial, and she did for the time endure it, resisting the Devil so mightily by faith that he could not prevail against her soul. d vbds p-acp po31 n1, cc pns31 vdd p-acp dt n1 vvi pn31, vvg dt n1 av av-j p-acp n1 cst pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 37 Page 63
770 Moreouer, the diuell hath power giuen vnto him to afflict some, and to plague them in their bodies or in their goods, because of their sinnes. Moreover, the Devil hath power given unto him to afflict Some, and to plague them in their bodies or in their goods, Because of their Sins. av, dt n1 vhz n1 vvn p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi d, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2 cc p-acp po32 n2-j, c-acp pp-f po32 n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 38 Page 63
771 They haue despised the lawes of God, they bee carelesse to knowe the way of saluation. They have despised the laws of God, they be careless to know the Way of salvation. pns32 vhb vvn dt n2 pp-f np1, pns32 vbb j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 38 Page 64
772 When this scourge is vpon them, they are to weigh and to consider how grieuouslie they haue offended, When this scourge is upon them, they Are to weigh and to Consider how grievously they have offended, c-crq d n1 vbz p-acp pno32, pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi c-crq av-j pns32 vhb vvn, (6) sermon (DIV2) 38 Page 64
773 and how much they haue prouoked the Lorde to wrath, who hath therfore giuen leaue to this wicked enemie so to plague them. and how much they have provoked the Lord to wrath, who hath Therefore given leave to this wicked enemy so to plague them. cc c-crq d pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vhz av vvn n1 p-acp d j n1 av pc-acp vvi pno32. (6) sermon (DIV2) 38 Page 64
774 They should nowe seeke vnto the Lorde and intreate him to haue mercie vpon them. They should now seek unto the Lord and entreat him to have mercy upon them. pns32 vmd av vvi p-acp dt n1 cc vvi pno31 pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp pno32. (6) sermon (DIV2) 38 Page 64
775 They should lament and bewaile their sinnes, and turne from their wicked wayes vnto the way of righteousnesse: They should lament and bewail their Sins, and turn from their wicked ways unto the Way of righteousness: pns32 vmd vvi cc vvi po32 n2, cc vvi p-acp po32 j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 38 Page 64
776 and then should this their calamitie be a meane to bring thē neerer to God, to the saluation of their soules. and then should this their calamity be a mean to bring them nearer to God, to the salvation of their Souls. cc av vmd d po32 n1 vbb dt j pc-acp vvi pno32 av-jc p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 38 Page 64
777 They are to intreat the Lorde vpon their repentance to remooue the plague from them. They Are to entreat the Lord upon their Repentance to remove the plague from them. pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32. (6) sermon (DIV2) 38 Page 64
778 And if it bee not remooued, they are still more and more to be humbled, they ought to fast and pray, And if it be not removed, they Are still more and more to be humbled, they ought to fast and pray, cc cs pn31 vbb xx vvn, pns32 vbr av av-dc cc av-dc pc-acp vbi vvn, pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi cc vvi, (6) sermon (DIV2) 38 Page 64
779 yea they are to vse all good meanes to come to the true knowledge of God, yea they Are to use all good means to come to the true knowledge of God, uh pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi d j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 38 Page 64
780 and to a sound faith, that they may escape from being deuoured by this enemie vnto eternall damnation. and to a found faith, that they may escape from being devoured by this enemy unto Eternal damnation. cc p-acp dt j n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp vbg vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp j n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 38 Page 64
781 If the Lorde doe not deliuer them by and by, but that they be tormented in their owne bodies, If the Lord do not deliver them by and by, but that they be tormented in their own bodies, cs dt n1 vdb xx vvi pno32 p-acp cc a-acp, cc-acp cst pns32 vbb vvn p-acp po32 d n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 38 Page 64
782 or in their children or goods, let them knowe it is because they doe not so throughly repent, or in their children or goods, let them know it is Because they do not so thoroughly Repent, cc p-acp po32 n2 cc n2-j, vvb pno32 vvi pn31 vbz c-acp pns32 vdb xx av av-j vvi, (6) sermon (DIV2) 38 Page 64
783 nor so throughlie seek the Lord as they ought to doe. nor so throughly seek the Lord as they ought to do. ccx av av-j vvi dt n1 c-acp pns32 vmd pc-acp vdi. (6) sermon (DIV2) 38 Page 64
784 Let them therefore yet humble themselues further, and seek more earnestlie to knowe the way of God, Let them Therefore yet humble themselves further, and seek more earnestly to know the Way of God, vvb pno32 av av vvi px32 av-jc, cc vvi av-dc av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 38 Page 64
785 and to be armed with true and liuely faith. and to be armed with true and lively faith. cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j cc j n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 38 Page 64
786 There was a woman which had a spirite of infirmitie eighteen yeares, and was bowed together and was bowed together, There was a woman which had a Spirit of infirmity eighteen Years, and was bowed together and was bowed together, a-acp vbds dt n1 r-crq vhd dt n1 pp-f n1 crd n2, cc vbds vvn av cc vbds vvn av, (6) sermon (DIV2) 39 Page 65
787 and could in no wise lift vp her selfe: Iesus healed her, and said, that Satan had bound her eighteen yeares. Luk. 13. ver. 11.13.15. and could in no wise lift up her self: Iesus healed her, and said, that Satan had bound her eighteen Years. Luk. 13. ver. 11.13.15. cc vmd p-acp dx n1 vvi a-acp po31 n1: np1 vvd pno31, cc vvd, cst np1 vhd vvn pno31 crd n2. np1 crd fw-la. crd. (6) sermon (DIV2) 39 Page 65
788 If the Lord shall giue Satan power so long to afflict, let vs not fall from God: If the Lord shall give Satan power so long to afflict, let us not fallen from God: cs dt n1 vmb vvi np1 n1 av av-j pc-acp vvi, vvb pno12 xx vvi p-acp np1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 39 Page 65
789 let vs not seek to resist him anie way but by faith. let us not seek to resist him any Way but by faith. vvb pno12 xx vvi pc-acp vvi pno31 d n1 cc-acp p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 39 Page 65
790 Ye say it is knowne by experience, that where the diuell hath tormented some, prayer and all holie means haue beene vsed, You say it is known by experience, that where the Devil hath tormented Some, prayer and all holy means have been used, pn22 vvb pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, cst c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn d, n1 cc d j n2 vhb vbn vvn, (6) sermon (DIV2) 39 Page 65
791 and yet no helpe at all, vntill other meanes haue been sought. Then belike there be meanes which are stronger against the deuill then faith & prayer. and yet no help At all, until other means have been sought. Then belike there be means which Are Stronger against the Devil then faith & prayer. cc av dx n1 p-acp d, c-acp j-jn n2 vhb vbn vvn. av av pc-acp vbi n2 r-crq vbr jc p-acp dt n1 cs n1 cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 39 Page 65
792 And there is some power mightier against him thē the power of god: And there is Some power Mightier against him them the power of god: cc pc-acp vbz d n1 jc p-acp pno31 pno32 dt n1 pp-f n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 39 Page 65
793 for those means which some men flie vnto, when as they cannot preuaile by faith, are such as they which are afflicted haue learned either by a prescriptiō frō the diuel himself, saying, let such or such a thing be don, and there shall be remedie; for those means which Some men fly unto, when as they cannot prevail by faith, Are such as they which Are afflicted have learned either by a prescription from the Devil himself, saying, let such or such a thing be dONE, and there shall be remedy; c-acp d n2 r-crq d n2 vvi p-acp, c-crq c-acp pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp n1, vbr d c-acp pns32 r-crq vbr vvn vhi vvn av-d p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 px31, vvg, vvb d cc d dt n1 vbi vdn, cc pc-acp vmb vbi n1; (6) sermon (DIV2) 39 Page 65
794 or els they haue them prescribed by some wise man, or wise woman, who haue them from the diuell. or Else they have them prescribed by Some wise man, or wise woman, who have them from the Devil. cc av pns32 vhb pno32 vvn p-acp d j n1, cc j n1, r-crq vhb pno32 p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 39 Page 65
795 These be very paltrie things (as there be a number, I need not to repeate them, they bee too well knowne, These be very paltry things (as there be a number, I need not to repeat them, they be too well known, np1 vbb av j n2 (c-acp pc-acp vbi dt n1, pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi pno32, pns32 vbb av av vvn, (6) sermon (DIV2) 39 Page 65
796 and too much practised) and yet they be more sought vnto then faith is, which armeth vs with the power of God. and too much practised) and yet they be more sought unto then faith is, which armeth us with the power of God. cc av av-d vvn) cc av pns32 vbb av-dc vvn p-acp av n1 vbz, r-crq vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 39 Page 65
797 What a dishonor is this to the high Maiestie of the Almightie? What an infidelitie is it? Shall men run to the diuell for help? Is he fitter to teach them or of more power then God? What a dishonour is this to the high Majesty of the Almighty? What an infidelity is it? Shall men run to the Devil for help? Is he fitter to teach them or of more power then God? q-crq dt n1 vbz d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn? q-crq dt n1 vbz pn31? vmb n2 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1? vbz pns31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 cc pp-f dc n1 cs np1? (6) sermon (DIV2) 39 Page 65
798 But ye say, we see the thing is wrought by those meanes which could not otherwise be obtayned, Satan is expelled, and ease hath followed. But you say, we see the thing is wrought by those means which could not otherwise be obtained, Satan is expelled, and ease hath followed. p-acp pn22 vvb, pns12 vvb dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n2 r-crq vmd xx av vbi vvn, np1 vbz vvd, cc n1 vhz vvn. (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 65
799 Hath Satan expelled Satā? or hath he taught how he might be expelled indeede? Is the diuell become so simple? Wil he hinder his owne kingdome? Are men so foolish as to beleeue that he is by such things in very deed driuen out? A man tormented sore in his bodie, he feareth that it is some witch that hath done it. Hath Satan expelled Satā? or hath he taught how he might be expelled indeed? Is the Devil become so simple? Wil he hinder his own Kingdom? are men so foolish as to believe that he is by such things in very deed driven out? A man tormented soar in his body, he fears that it is Some witch that hath done it. vhz np1 vvd np1? cc vhz pns31 vvn c-crq pns31 vmd vbi vvd av? vbz dt n1 vvb av j? np1 pns31 vvi po31 d n1? vbr n2 av j c-acp pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vbz p-acp d n2 p-acp j n1 vvn av? dt n1 vvn av-j p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz cst pn31 vbz d n1 cst vhz vdn pn31. (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 66
800 He is aduised by his neighbours to sende vnto some cunning man. Worde is sent backe, that indeed he hath bad neighbours: He is advised by his neighbours to send unto Some cunning man. Word is sent back, that indeed he hath bad neighbours: pns31 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp d j-jn n1. n1 vbz vvn av, cst av pns31 vhz j n2: (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 66
801 let him do such or such a thing, and he shal haue ease. Well, he doth it & hath ease. let him do such or such a thing, and he shall have ease. Well, he does it & hath ease. vvb pno31 vdi d cc d dt n1, cc pns31 vmb vhi n1. uh-av, pns31 vdz pn31 cc vhz n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 66
802 What shall we think that the diuell is driuen out? A wofull driuing out. What shall we think that the Devil is driven out? A woeful driving out. q-crq vmb pns12 vvi d dt n1 vbz vvn av? dt j vvg av. (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 66
803 He doth cease from tormenting the bodie for a time, that he may enter deeper into the soule. He does cease from tormenting the body for a time, that he may enter Deeper into the soul. pns31 vdz vvi p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi jc-jn p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 66
804 He winneth by this driuing out. He wins by this driving out. pns31 vvz p-acp d vvg av. (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 66
805 The like may be said where he hath power giuen vnto him to destroy mens cattell. The like may be said where he hath power given unto him to destroy men's cattle. dt j vmb vbi vvn c-crq pns31 vhz n1 vvn p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi ng2 n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 66
806 They be taught many thinges howe to resist him: among other to offer some burnt offering vnto him, they must burne somwhat aliue. Well he commeth no more: They be taught many things how to resist him: among other to offer Some burned offering unto him, they must burn somewhat alive. Well he comes no more: pns32 vbb vvn d n2 c-crq pc-acp vvi pno31: p-acp j-jn pc-acp vvi d j-vvn n1 p-acp pno31, pns32 vmb vvi av j. av pns31 vvz av-dx av-dc: (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 66
807 there is a power aboue faith that hath put him to flight. there is a power above faith that hath put him to flight. pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 cst vhz vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi. (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 66
808 And where as you say that some haue beene of the minde that they would not seek any way or meanes, And where as you say that Some have been of the mind that they would not seek any Way or means, cc c-crq c-acp pn22 vvb cst d vhb vbn pp-f dt n1 cst pns32 vmd xx vvi d n1 cc n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 66
809 but only to God, and would rest vntil he should restrain the diuell: but haue been glad in the ende to vse other meanes. but only to God, and would rest until he should restrain the Devil: but have been glad in the end to use other means. cc-acp av-j p-acp np1, cc vmd vvi c-acp pns31 vmd vvi dt n1: cc-acp vhb vbn j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi j-jn n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 66
810 It is a lamentable hearing, that the saith of any should so farfaile: It is a lamentable hearing, that the Says of any should so farfaile: pn31 vbz dt j n-vvg, cst dt vvz pp-f d vmd av vvi: (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 66
811 that in steed of approching neerer to God by strong repentance, they haue turned to the counsell of the diuell. that in steed of approaching nearer to God by strong Repentance, they have turned to the counsel of the Devil. cst p-acp n1 pp-f vvg av-jc p-acp np1 p-acp j n1, pns32 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 66
812 If they could not find helpe by praier, they might be assured that the Lord would yet afflict them further, & that with al humblenes they ought to submit themselues vnder his mightie hand: If they could not find help by prayer, they might be assured that the Lord would yet afflict them further, & that with all humbleness they ought to submit themselves under his mighty hand: cs pns32 vmd xx vvi n1 p-acp n1, pns32 vmd vbi vvn cst dt n1 vmd av vvi pno32 av-jc, cc cst p-acp d n1 pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp po31 j n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 67
813 yea they ought to haue considered the weaknesse of their faith, and the grieuousnes of their sinnes, yea they ought to have considered the weakness of their faith, and the grievousness of their Sins, uh pns32 vmd pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 67
814 and so haue sought by all meanes possible to get a stedfast faith, and vnfained repentance. and so have sought by all means possible to get a steadfast faith, and unfeigned Repentance. cc av vhb vvn p-acp d n2 j pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cc j n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 67
815 This their affliction by Satan should haue been a warning vnto them, to make thē cleaue more firmlie to God, This their affliction by Satan should have been a warning unto them, to make them cleave more firmly to God, d po32 n1 p-acp np1 vmd vhi vbn dt n-vvg p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi av-dc av-j p-acp np1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 67
816 & to look better to themselues, and see how it hath driuen them to run backe from God to the diuell. & to look better to themselves, and see how it hath driven them to run back from God to the Devil. cc pc-acp vvi av-jc p-acp px32, cc vvb c-crq pn31 vhz vvn pno32 pc-acp vvi av p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 67
817 But you say God hath appointed meanes, and hee that refuseth the meanes tempteth God. But you say God hath appointed means, and he that Refuseth the means tempts God. p-acp pn22 vvb np1 vhz vvn n2, cc pns31 cst vvz dt n2 vvz np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 67
818 As for example, shal a man crie, Lord help, and not stirre? Indeed if you could prooue that God had appointed such meanes to driue away diuels where faith cannot, your saying were true. As for Exampl, shall a man cry, Lord help, and not stir? Indeed if you could prove that God had appointed such means to driven away Devils where faith cannot, your saying were true. p-acp p-acp n1, vmb dt n1 n1, n1 n1, cc xx vvi? np1 cs pn22 vmd vvi cst np1 vhd vvn d n2 pc-acp vvi av n2 c-crq n1 vmbx, po22 n1 vbdr j. (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 67
819 But where can you prooue in al the whole word of God that any such meanes are appointed to put diuels to flight? If those meanes be not in the holie Scriptures, they be not ordained of God, they be not of faith, it is not the power of God that expelleth Satan, But where can you prove in all the Whole word of God that any such means Are appointed to put Devils to flight? If those means be not in the holy Scriptures, they be not ordained of God, they be not of faith, it is not the power of God that expelleth Satan, p-acp q-crq vmb pn22 vvi p-acp d dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 cst d d n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1? cs d n2 vbb xx p-acp dt j n2, pns32 vbb xx vvn pp-f np1, pns32 vbb xx pp-f n1, pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvz np1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 67
820 but it is his owne sleight that seemeth to be repelled and vanquished, when he is not; but it is his own sleight that seems to be repelled and vanquished, when he is not; cc-acp pn31 vbz po31 d n1 cst vvz pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn, c-crq pns31 vbz xx; (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 67
821 they be means of his own deuising, which he hath taught by those that haue familiarity with him. they be means of his own devising, which he hath taught by those that have familiarity with him. pns32 vbb n2 pp-f po31 d vvg, r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp d cst vhb n1 p-acp pno31. (6) sermon (DIV2) 40 Page 67
822 The holie Scriptures do condemne it as a most wicked thing, that men should haue any dealing with diuels to be taught at their handes. The holy Scriptures do condemn it as a most wicked thing, that men should have any dealing with Devils to be taught At their hands. dt j n2 vdb vvi pn31 p-acp dt av-ds j n1, cst n2 vmd vhi d n-vvg p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 41 Page 67
823 Wee are to be taught of God, Christ Iesus is our onely Doctor: we Are to be taught of God, christ Iesus is our only Doctor: pns12 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1, np1 np1 vbz po12 j n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 41 Page 67
824 shall we then learne at the mouth of Diuels? A man is taken lame, he suspecteth that hee is bewitched, he sendeth to the cunning man: shall we then Learn At the Mouth of Devils? A man is taken lame, he suspects that he is bewitched, he sends to the cunning man: vmb pns12 av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2? dt n1 vbz vvn j, pns31 vvz cst pns31 vbz vvn, pns31 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 41 Page 68
825 Hee demaundeth whom they suspect, and then sheweth the image of the partie in a glasse. He demandeth whom they suspect, and then shows the image of the party in a glass. pns31 vvz r-crq pns32 vvb, cc av vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 41 Page 68
826 When this is done he sheweth and prescribeth what the lame man shall doe for to get remedie: When this is done he shows and prescribeth what the lame man shall do for to get remedy: c-crq d vbz vdn pns31 vvz cc vvz r-crq dt j n1 vmb vdi c-acp pc-acp vvi n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 41 Page 68
827 howe hee shall cause the olde witch to come vnto him, and how he shall vse her. how he shall cause the old witch to come unto him, and how he shall use her. c-crq pns31 vmb vvi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cc c-crq pns31 vmb vvi pno31. (6) sermon (DIV2) 41 Page 68
828 Heer all is done by the direction of the diuell: Her all is done by the direction of the Devil: po31 d vbz vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 41 Page 68
829 are these meanes then appointed by God? Also there is one whome Sathan doth as it were possesse and doth torment the bodie: Are these means then appointed by God? Also there is one whom Sathan does as it were possess and does torment the body: vbr d n2 av vvn p-acp np1? av a-acp vbz pi r-crq np1 vdz c-acp pn31 vbdr vvb cc vdz vvi dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 41 Page 68
830 there is seeking vnto god, but not like the Cananitish woman that came to Christ to haue the diuel driuen out of her daughter, who with the strength of her faith would not be denied, Math. 15. but like to king Saule, who receiuing no answere from God, gate him by and by vnto a Witch: there is seeking unto god, but not like the Canaanite woman that Come to christ to have the Devil driven out of her daughter, who with the strength of her faith would not be denied, Math. 15. but like to King Saule, who receiving no answer from God, gate him by and by unto a Witch: pc-acp vbz vvg p-acp n1, cc-acp xx av-j dt jp n1 cst vvd p-acp np1 pc-acp vhi dt n1 vvn av pp-f po31 n1, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vmd xx vbi vvn, np1 crd cc-acp av-j p-acp n1 np1, r-crq vvg dx n1 p-acp np1, n1 pno31 p-acp cc a-acp p-acp dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 41 Page 68
831 for not finding helpe by faith and prayer, or by those waies that God hath appointed, they then begin to hearken to the diuell, for not finding help by faith and prayer, or by those ways that God hath appointed, they then begin to harken to the Devil, c-acp xx vvg n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc p-acp d n2 cst np1 vhz vvn, pns32 av vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 41 Page 68
832 and he telleth them that if they shall doe such a thing, such a diuell shall depart. and he Telleth them that if they shall do such a thing, such a Devil shall depart. cc pns31 vvz pno32 cst cs pns32 vmb vdi d dt n1, d dt n1 vmb vvi. (6) sermon (DIV2) 41 Page 68
833 Heere be the meanes, which some doe holde to bee appointed by God. Here be the means, which Some do hold to be appointed by God. av vbb dt n2, r-crq d vdb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 41 Page 68
834 But is not this a woonderfull blindnes that Satan can set vp himselfe to bee a teacher, But is not this a wondered blindness that Satan can Set up himself to be a teacher, cc-acp vbz xx d dt j-vvn n1 cst np1 vmb vvi a-acp px31 pc-acp vbi dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 42 Page 68
835 and men learning of him, shall thinke that they learne of God? Well say some, wee are glad to haue ease, we find that the diuell is expelled, we may think that God doth allow it. and men learning of him, shall think that they Learn of God? Well say Some, we Are glad to have ease, we find that the Devil is expelled, we may think that God does allow it. cc n2 vvg pp-f pno31, vmb vvi cst pns32 vvb pp-f np1? uh-av vvb d, pns12 vbr j pc-acp vhi n1, pns12 vvb cst dt n1 vbz vvd, pns12 vmb vvi cst np1 vdz vvi pn31. (6) sermon (DIV2) 42 Page 68
836 Shall a man be glad for to buy ease so deare? May we call that ease, Shall a man be glad for to buy ease so deer? May we call that ease, vmb dt n1 vbi j c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 av j-jn? vmb pns12 vvi d n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 42 Page 68
837 when the diuell ceaseth to vexe the body for a time, to the end that he may torment soule and bodie in hell for euer? If a man be sicke of a burning ague, when the Devil ceases to vex the body for a time, to the end that he may torment soul and body in hell for ever? If a man be sick of a burning ague, c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 p-acp av? cs dt n1 vbi j pp-f dt j-vvg n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 42 Page 69
838 and take that to coole the heat, and to giue ease for the time, which will afterwarde cause it to bee more burning, is that a good remedie? Is that a good remedie, which for a little while doth seeme to mitigate, and take that to cool the heat, and to give ease for the time, which will afterward cause it to be more burning, is that a good remedy? Is that a good remedy, which for a little while does seem to mitigate, cc vvb cst pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vmb av vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi av-dc j-vvg, vbz d dt j n1? vbz d dt j n1, r-crq p-acp dt j n1 vdz vvi pc-acp vvi, (6) sermon (DIV2) 42 Page 69
839 but afterward doth increase the disease? Euen so the blind people doe imagine that Satan is expelled by those meanes, by which indeed he entreth more deepe into them. but afterwards does increase the disease? Eve so the blind people do imagine that Satan is expelled by those means, by which indeed he entereth more deep into them. cc-acp av vdz vvi dt n1? np1 av dt j n1 vdb vvi cst np1 vbz vvd p-acp d n2, p-acp r-crq av pns31 vvz av-dc j-jn p-acp pno32. (6) sermon (DIV2) 42 Page 69
840 For tell me but this, wherein doth the kingdome of the Diuel consist? Is he not called the prince of this world, For tell me but this, wherein does the Kingdom of the devil consist? Is he not called the Prince of this world, p-acp vvb pno11 p-acp d, q-crq vdz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvi? vbz pns31 xx vvn dt n1 pp-f d n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 42 Page 69
841 and the prince of darknesse? This his kingdome doth consist in infidelitie, in darknesse and in sinne. and the Prince of darkness? This his Kingdom does consist in infidelity, in darkness and in sin. cc dt n1 pp-f n1? d po31 n1 vdz vvi p-acp n1, p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 42 Page 69
842 Hee that is vnder the power of sinne, so that sinne hath dominion ouer him, hee is vnder the power and working of Satan. He that is under the power of sin, so that sin hath dominion over him, he is under the power and working of Satan. pns31 cst vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av d n1 vhz n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cc n-vvg pp-f np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 42 Page 69
843 Sinne is his kingdome, there is his throne, ye cannot separate them, he cannot be cast forth, Sin is his Kingdom, there is his throne, you cannot separate them, he cannot be cast forth, n1 vbz po31 n1, pc-acp vbz po31 n1, pn22 vmbx vvi pno32, pns31 vmbx vbi vvn av, (6) sermon (DIV2) 42 Page 69
844 and sinne still remaine in force. and sin still remain in force. cc n1 av vvi p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 42 Page 69
845 If pride, enuie, couetousnesse, hatred, malice, selfe-loue, fornication, or any other such sinne doe raigne and rule in the heart of man, there ruleth the diuell: If pride, envy, covetousness, hatred, malice, Self-love, fornication, or any other such sin do Reign and Rule in the heart of man, there Ruleth the Devil: cs n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, cc d j-jn d n1 vdb vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, a-acp vvz dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 42 Page 69
846 for these be the workes of the diuell. Heereupon our Sauiour said to the Iewes, Ye are of your father the diuell: for these be the works of the Devil. Hereupon our Saviour said to the Iewes, You Are of your father the Devil: c-acp d vbb dt n2 pp-f dt n1. av po12 n1 vvd p-acp dt np2, pn22 vbr pp-f po22 n1 dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 42 Page 69
847 ye doe the workes of your father. you do the works of your father. pn22 vdb dt n2 pp-f po22 n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 42 Page 69
848 Ioh. 8. Hee that will then caste foorth the diuell, hee must cast out those workes. John 8. He that will then cast forth the Devil, he must cast out those works. np1 crd pns31 cst vmb av vvd av dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi av d n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 42 Page 69
849 For hee that committeth sinne is of the diuell, as Saint Iohn saith in his first Epistle chap. 3. Hee that still committeth sinne, For he that Committeth sin is of the Devil, as Saint John Says in his First Epistle chap. 3. He that still Committeth sin, p-acp pns31 cst vvz n1 vbz pp-f dt n1, c-acp n1 np1 vvz p-acp po31 ord n1 n1 crd pns31 cst av vvz n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 42 Page 69
850 and therefore is of the diuell, is the diuell expelled or driuen from him? I suppose that there is no man so void of reason, that he will imagine, that the diuell is driuen away from that man in whose heart he hath his throne and power. and Therefore is of the Devil, is the Devil expelled or driven from him? I suppose that there is no man so void of reason, that he will imagine, that the Devil is driven away from that man in whose heart he hath his throne and power. cc av vbz pp-f dt n1, vbz dt n1 vvd cc vvn p-acp pno31? pns11 vvb cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 av j pp-f n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi, cst dt n1 vbz vvn av p-acp d n1 p-acp rg-crq n1 pns31 vhz po31 n1 cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 42 Page 70
851 A man is ignorant of the word and waies of God: with his ignorance of necessitie goeth vnbeleefe: A man is ignorant of the word and ways of God: with his ignorance of necessity Goes unbelief: dt n1 vbz j pp-f dt n1 cc n2 pp-f np1: p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 vvz n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 42 Page 70
852 with vnbeleefe there goe the vnfruitfull workes of darknesse. with unbelief there go the unfruitful works of darkness. p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 42 Page 70
853 There is much vanitie of minde, there is much prophanenesse, there be foule errors and abominable vices. There is much vanity of mind, there is much profaneness, there be foul errors and abominable vices. pc-acp vbz d n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbz d n1, pc-acp vbi j n2 cc j n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 42 Page 70
854 This man hath some of his cattell destroyed by the diuell: This man hath Some of his cattle destroyed by the Devil: d n1 vhz d pp-f po31 n2 vvn p-acp dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 70
855 he would haue the diuel expelled, he hath not faith which armeth men with the power of God: he would have the Devil expelled, he hath not faith which armeth men with the power of God: pns31 vmd vhi dt n1 vvd, pns31 vhz xx n1 r-crq vvz n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 70
856 he hath not the faith which ouercommeth the world, 1. Ioh. 5. or which purgeth the heart. he hath not the faith which Overcometh the world, 1. John 5. or which Purgeth the heart. pns31 vhz xx dt n1 r-crq vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd cc q-crq vvz dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 70
857 Act. 15. or which quencheth all the firie dartes of the diuell. Ephes 6. or (as Saint Peter saith heere) resisteth him: Act. 15. or which quenches all the firy darts of the Devil. Ephesians 6. or (as Saint Peter Says Here) Resisteth him: n1 crd cc q-crq vvz d dt j n2 pp-f dt n1. np1 crd cc (c-acp n1 np1 vvz av) vvz pno31: (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 70
858 And seeketh some other helps to resist him, yea, to be deliuered from him, and neuer doth consider that hee is first to haue him remooued out of his heart. And seeks Some other helps to resist him, yea, to be Delivered from him, and never does Consider that he is First to have him removed out of his heart. cc vvz d j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi pno31, uh, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, cc av vdz vvi cst pns31 vbz ord pc-acp vhi pno31 vvn av pp-f po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 70
859 He should consider that the diuell (as Saint Paule saith) worketh in the children of disobedience. He should Consider that the Devil (as Saint Paul Says) works in the children of disobedience. pns31 vmd vvi d dt n1 (c-acp n1 np1 vvz) vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 70
860 Ephes. 2. vers. 2. And therfore so long as he is disobedient to God, Satan cannot bee cast foorth of his heart. Ephesians 2. vers. 2. And Therefore so long as he is disobedient to God, Satan cannot be cast forth of his heart. np1 crd fw-la. crd cc av av av-j c-acp pns31 vbz j p-acp np1, np1 vmbx vbi vvn av pp-f po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 70
861 If those things can resist Satan which men doe learne and practise heere in the world, If those things can resist Satan which men do Learn and practise Here in the world, cs d n2 vmb vvi np1 r-crq n2 vdb vvi cc vvi av p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 70
862 as there be a thousand deuises, by which he perswadeth the world that he is resisted: as there be a thousand devises, by which he Persuadeth the world that he is resisted: c-acp pc-acp vbi dt crd n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 cst pns31 vbz vvn: (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 70
863 then it skilleth not whether a man bee godlie or vngodlie, faithful or vnfaithful, touching the resisting & putting diuelles to flight. then it skilleth not whither a man be godly or ungodly, faithful or unfaithful, touching the resisting & putting diuelles to flight. cs pn31 vvz xx cs dt n1 vbi j cc j, j cc j, vvg dt j-vvg cc vvg fw-la p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 70
864 If when a mans cattell are plagued and destroyed by the diuell, it will deliuer the rest if he burne one aliue: If when a men cattle Are plagued and destroyed by the Devil, it will deliver the rest if he burn one alive: cs c-crq dt ng1 n2 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 cs pns31 vvb pi j: (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 70
865 this way may the lew, or the Turke, or the heathen east him out as well as the Christian. this Way may the levum, or the Turk, or the heathen east him out as well as the Christian. d n1 vmb dt n1, cc dt np1, cc dt j-jn n1 pno31 av c-acp av c-acp dt njp. (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 71
866 And so it may be said in all other their wicked means. And so it may be said in all other their wicked means. cc av pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n-jn po32 j n2. (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 71
867 They tend wholie therefore to this ende, that men may be held in infidelitie, in blindnesse, They tend wholly Therefore to this end, that men may be held in infidelity, in blindness, pns32 vvb av-jn av p-acp d n1, cst n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 71
868 and hardnesse of heart, euen void of repentance for their sinnes, that is the craftinesse of Satan. and hardness of heart, even void of Repentance for their Sins, that is the craftiness of Satan. cc n1 pp-f n1, av j pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2, cst vbz dt n1 pp-f np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 71
869 For if diuels can bee put to flight and ouercome by such meanes, men will neuer seek to be armed with faith, they neuer care for true repentance: For if Devils can be put to flight and overcome by such means, men will never seek to be armed with faith, they never care for true Repentance: p-acp cs n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc vvi p-acp d n2, n2 vmb av-x vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, pns32 av-x vvb p-acp j n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 71
870 they bee perswaded that the diuell hath nothing to doe with them. they be persuaded that the Devil hath nothing to do with them. pns32 vbb vvn cst dt n1 vhz pix pc-acp vdi p-acp pno32. (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 71
871 And therein lyeth one of the greatest subtilties of Satan that hee may deuour men when they dreame of no perill, And therein lies one of the greatest subtleties of Satan that he may devour men when they dream of no peril, cc av vvz crd pp-f dt js n2 pp-f np1 cst pns31 vmb vvi n2 c-crq pns32 vvb pp-f dx n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 71
872 and therefore seek not to God, to be armed with his mightie power through faith. and Therefore seek not to God, to be armed with his mighty power through faith. cc av vvb xx p-acp np1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 71
873 For when men doe knowe that there is no way to escape but by faith (as Saint Peter saith heer, whom resist stedfast in the faith ) if they be not mad, they will haue a care to attaine to that true faith. For when men do know that there is no Way to escape but by faith (as Saint Peter Says her, whom resist steadfast in the faith) if they be not mad, they will have a care to attain to that true faith. p-acp c-crq n2 vdb vvi cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi cc-acp p-acp n1 (c-acp n1 np1 vvz av, r-crq vvb j p-acp dt n1) cs pns32 vbb xx j, pns32 vmb vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 43 Page 71
874 In the Poperie there were many things deuised to driue away diuels. Men were perswaded that the signe of the Crosse did put him to flight. In the Popery there were many things devised to driven away Devils. Men were persuaded that the Signen of the Cross did put him to flight. p-acp dt n1 a-acp vbdr d n2 vvd pc-acp vvi av n2. n2 vbdr vvn cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vdd vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi. (6) sermon (DIV2) 44 Page 71
875 They had their coniured holiwater to sprinkle vpon the men, and in their houses, & thither the Diuel might not come. They had their conjured holiwater to sprinkle upon the men, and in their houses, & thither the devil might not come. pns32 vhd po32 vvn n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2, cc p-acp po32 n2, cc av dt n1 vmd xx vvi. (6) sermon (DIV2) 44 Page 71
876 Likewise if a man had a peece of holie bread in his purse, or any where about him, hee was armed hee might goe safe in the darkest night that was. Likewise if a man had a piece of holy bred in his purse, or any where about him, he was armed he might go safe in the Darkest night that was. av cs dt n1 vhd dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc d c-crq p-acp pno31, pns31 vbds vvn pns31 vmd vvi j p-acp dt js n1 cst vbds. (6) sermon (DIV2) 44 Page 71
877 There were hallowed candles, and within the light of them the wicked Prince of darknesse could not approch. There were hallowed Candles, and within the Light of them the wicked Prince of darkness could not approach. pc-acp vbdr vvn n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmd xx vvi. (6) sermon (DIV2) 44 Page 71
878 But there was yet a stronger thing and a more terrible vnto the Diuels, then all the rest, But there was yet a Stronger thing and a more terrible unto the Devils, then all the rest, p-acp a-acp vbds av dt jc n1 cc dt av-dc j p-acp dt n2, cs d dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 44 Page 72
879 euen to hunt them out of the countrie. The Lorde sendeth lightening and thunder, and mightie windes: even to hunt them out of the country. The Lord sends lightning and thunder, and mighty winds: av pc-acp vvi pno32 av pp-f dt n1. dt n1 vvz n1 cc n1, cc j n2: (6) sermon (DIV2) 44 Page 72
880 hee doth therby declare his maiestie. he does thereby declare his majesty. pns31 vdz av vvi po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 45 Page 72
881 When these tempestes doe arise, the diuell woulde gladly make men beleeue that hee hath raised them: When these tempests do arise, the Devil would gladly make men believe that he hath raised them: c-crq d n2 vdb vvi, dt n1 vmd av-j vvi n2 vvi cst pns31 vhz vvn pno32: (6) sermon (DIV2) 45 Page 72
882 hee would be as a God of power: he would be as a God of power: pns31 vmd vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 45 Page 72
883 and therfore he coueteth to shew himself in those tempestes, and so doth come with terrour. and Therefore he covets to show himself in those tempests, and so does come with terror. cc av pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp d n2, cc av vdz vvi p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 45 Page 72
884 To meet with this mischiefe and to repell him, the Papistes had their hallowed belles, their Saintes belles, To meet with this mischief and to repel him, the Papists had their hallowed Bells, their Saints Bells, p-acp j p-acp d n1 cc pc-acp vvi pno31, dt njp2 vhd po32 vvn n2, po32 n2 n2, (6) sermon (DIV2) 45 Page 72
885 and those they did ring out when any terrible tempest did approch, trusting that the sounde of them would repel him, and put him to flight. and those they did ring out when any terrible tempest did approach, trusting that the sound of them would repel him, and put him to flight. cc d pns32 vdd vvi av c-crq d j n1 vdd vvi, vvg cst dt n1 pp-f pno32 vmd vvi pno31, cc vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi. (6) sermon (DIV2) 45 Page 72
886 O how the Diuell was skared with these things! O how the devil was scared with these things! sy c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp d n2! (6) sermon (DIV2) 45 Page 72
887 S. Peter forgate himselfe that he did not tel of these, and not speake of resisting him by nothing but by faith. S. Peter foregate himself that he did not tell of these, and not speak of resisting him by nothing but by faith. np1 np1 vvd px31 cst pns31 vdd xx vvi pp-f d, cc xx vvi pp-f vvg pno31 p-acp pix cc-acp p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 45 Page 72
888 Such readie helpes for to defend men, and so easie, and not one of the Apostles would tell of them: Such ready helps for to defend men, and so easy, and not one of the Apostles would tell of them: d j n2 p-acp pc-acp vvi n2, cc av j, cc xx pi pp-f dt n2 vmd vvi pp-f pno32: (6) sermon (DIV2) 45 Page 72
889 but speake only of faith to bee our victorie. but speak only of faith to be our victory. cc-acp vvb av-j pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi po12 n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 45 Page 72
890 Well (beloued) knowe for certaintie that all these are but sleights of the Diuell: Well (Beloved) know for certainty that all these Are but sleights of the devil: n1 (vvn) vvb p-acp n1 cst d d vbr p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV2) 45 Page 72
891 which were vsed in the poperie, and which many at this day doe vse when they suppose that they are bewitched. which were used in the popery, and which many At this day do use when they suppose that they Are bewitched. r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc r-crq d p-acp d n1 vdb vvi c-crq pns32 vvb cst pns32 vbr vvn. (6) sermon (DIV2) 45 Page 72
892 Leaue all such vngodly waies which the Diuell teacheth, and hearken to the holy Ghost, which willeth you to resist the Diuell stedfast in the faith. Leave all such ungodly ways which the devil Teaches, and harken to the holy Ghost, which wills you to resist the devil steadfast in the faith. n1 d d j n2 r-crq dt n1 vvz, cc vvi p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vvz pn22 pc-acp vvi dt n1 j p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 45 Page 72
893 Let all your studie, and industrie, and care be, to bee armed with a strong and liuelie faith. Let all your study, and industry, and care be, to be armed with a strong and lively faith. vvb d po22 n1, cc n1, cc vvb vbi, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 45 Page 73
894 That shall couer you, and compasse you about with the almighty power of God. That shall cover you, and compass you about with the almighty power of God. cst vmb vvi pn22, cc vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 45 Page 73
895 Yee shall bee as the mount Sion (faith the Prophete in the Psalme) that cannot be remooued. Ye shall be as the mount Sion (faith the Prophet in the Psalm) that cannot be removed. pn22 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 np1 (n1 dt n1 p-acp dt n1) cst vmbx vbi vvn. (6) sermon (DIV2) 45 Page 73
896 All the infernall powers (or as Christ saith, the gates of hell) shall not preuaile against it. All the infernal Powers (or as christ Says, the gates of hell) shall not prevail against it. av-d dt j n2 (cc c-acp np1 vvz, dt n2 pp-f n1) vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31. (6) sermon (DIV2) 45 Page 73
897 If you haue that faith, the roaring Lyon shall not deuoure you: but all his firie dartes shall bee quenched. If you have that faith, the roaring lion shall not devour you: but all his firy darts shall be quenched. cs pn22 vhb d n1, dt j-vvg n1 vmb xx vvi pn22: cc-acp d po31 j n2 vmb vbi vvn. (6) sermon (DIV2) 45 Page 73
898 Hee will doe what he can to holde you in blindnesse, to leade you into sinne, He will do what he can to hold you in blindness, to lead you into sin, pns31 vmb vdi r-crq pns31 vmb pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV2) 45 Page 73
899 and into heresies, he wil tempt you to despaire, but your faith shall preuaile. He will seek to hurt your bodies & goods, resist him by faith. and into heresies, he will tempt you to despair, but your faith shall prevail. He will seek to hurt your bodies & goods, resist him by faith. cc p-acp n2, pns31 vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi, cc-acp po22 n1 vmb vvi. pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi po22 n2 cc n2-j, vvb pno31 p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV2) 45 Page 73
900 Blessed be our Lord that hath giuen vs such a tower of refuge. Amen. FINIS. Blessed be our Lord that hath given us such a tower of refuge. Amen. FINIS. j-vvn vbb po12 n1 cst vhz vvn pno12 d dt n1 pp-f n1. uh-n. fw-la. (6) sermon (DIV2) 45 Page 73
901 THE SECOND SERmon vpon 1. Peter, chap. 5. vers. 8. and 9. WHome resist stedfast in the faith. THE SECOND SERmon upon 1. Peter, chap. 5. vers. 8. and 9. Whom resist steadfast in the faith. dt ord n1 p-acp crd np1, n1 crd fw-la. crd cc crd ro-crq vvb j p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 45 Page 74
902 We haue heard the exhortation or warning which Saint Peter giueth vnto all men to be sober and watch. We have herd the exhortation or warning which Saint Peter gives unto all men to be Sobrium and watch. pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 cc n1 r-crq n1 np1 vvz p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbi j cc n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 74
903 Wee haue also in the second place seene the cause why it behooueth vs to be watchfull. we have also in the second place seen the cause why it behooveth us to be watchful. pns12 vhb av p-acp dt ord n1 vvn dt n1 c-crq pn31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vbi j. (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 74
904 There is an aduersarie that doth seek to deuoure vs both soules and bodies vnto eternall destruction. There is an adversary that does seek to devour us both Souls and bodies unto Eternal destruction. pc-acp vbz dt n1 cst vdz vvi pc-acp vvi pno12 d n2 cc n2 p-acp j n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 74
905 Your aduersarie the diuell (saith he) like a roaring Lyon walketh about, seeking whom hee may deuour. Your adversary the Devil (Says he) like a roaring lion walks about, seeking whom he may devour. po22 n1 dt n1 (vvz pns31) av-j dt j-vvg n1 vvz a-acp, vvg r-crq pns31 vmb vvi. (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 74
906 In the thirde place we haue been taught how to withstand him and to get the victorie ouer him. In the Third place we have been taught how to withstand him and to get the victory over him. p-acp dt ord n1 pns12 vhb vbn vvn c-crq pc-acp vvi pno31 cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31. (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 74
907 Whom resist stedfast in the faith. Where it hath beene shewed, that faith armeth a man with the power of God. Whom resist steadfast in the faith. Where it hath been showed, that faith armeth a man with the power of God. r-crq vvb j p-acp dt n1. c-crq pn31 vhz vbn vvn, cst n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 74
908 The power of God is inuincible & cannot be brought vnder, but getteth the victorie ouer all the terrible might of Diuels: The power of God is invincible & cannot be brought under, but gets the victory over all the terrible might of Devils: dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j cc vmbx vbi vvn p-acp, cc-acp vvz dt n1 p-acp d dt j n1 pp-f n2: (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 74
909 so that it is not possible that hee should be ouercome which hath faith. It conquereth all the infernall powers, and triumpheth at all times most gloriously ouer them. so that it is not possible that he should be overcome which hath faith. It conquereth all the infernal Powers, and Triumpheth At all times most gloriously over them. av cst pn31 vbz xx j cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn r-crq vhz n1. pn31 vvz d dt j n2, cc vvz p-acp d ng1 av-ds av-j p-acp pno32. (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 74
910 Whereby it is manifest what a woonderfull rich and precious iewell faith is. Whereby it is manifest what a wondered rich and precious jewel faith is. c-crq pn31 vbz j r-crq dt j-vvn j cc j n1 n1 vbz. (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 75
911 It preserueth vs safe from diuelles, and therefore is to bee coueted and sought for aboue all treasures. It Preserveth us safe from diuelles, and Therefore is to be coveted and sought for above all treasures. pn31 vvz pno12 j p-acp fw-la, cc av vbz pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp p-acp d n2. (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 75
912 It is to bee sought for at the handes of God, he is the giuer of it, It is to be sought for At the hands of God, he is the giver of it, pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31, (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 75
913 and it is not a thing which is in mans owne power. and it is not a thing which is in men own power. cc pn31 vbz xx dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp ng1 d n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 75
914 Moreouer, seeing God doth giue it, and nourish it by means, he that will be stedfast in the faith, must vse those meanes that be ordained. Moreover, seeing God does give it, and nourish it by means, he that will be steadfast in the faith, must use those means that be ordained. av, vvg np1 vdz vvi pn31, cc vvb pn31 p-acp n2, pns31 cst vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi d n2 cst vbb vvn. (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 75
915 Also it hath beene declared, that faith is the onlie thing by which wee are to resist the Diuell: Also it hath been declared, that faith is the only thing by which we Are to resist the devil: av pn31 vhz vbn vvn, cst n1 vbz dt av-j n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi dt n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 75
916 in as much as faith alone armeth vs with the glorious power of God. in as much as faith alone armeth us with the glorious power of God. p-acp p-acp d c-acp n1 av-j vvz pno12 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 75
917 Satan hath manie waies whereby he seeketh to deuoure and to swallow vp into hell the soules and bodies of men: Satan hath many ways whereby he seeks to devour and to swallow up into hell the Souls and bodies of men: np1 vhz d n2 c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1 dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2: (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 75
918 as to holde some in blindnesse and ignorance, to lead others into sectes, errours and heresies, to drawe men into vices and abominable sinnes, to plague the bodies and the cattell of men: as to hold Some in blindness and ignorance, to led Others into Sects, errors and heresies, to draw men into vices and abominable Sins, to plague the bodies and the cattle of men: c-acp pc-acp vvi d p-acp n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp n2, n2 cc n2, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n2 cc j n2, pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f n2: (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 75
919 but which way soeuer hee commeth, faith doth quench all his firie dartes arming the soule of man, couering and compassing it round about with the mightie power of God. but which Way soever he comes, faith does quench all his firy darts arming the soul of man, covering and compassing it round about with the mighty power of God. cc-acp r-crq n1 av pns31 vvz, n1 vdz vvi d po31 j n2 vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg cc vvg pn31 av-j a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 75
920 Al those vain, yea those most wicked means by which men seek to repell Satan, are to be renounced as meere illusions. All those vain, yea those most wicked means by which men seek to repel Satan, Are to be renounced as mere illusions. d d j, uh d av-ds j n2 p-acp r-crq n2 vvb pc-acp vvi np1, vbr pc-acp vbi vvd p-acp j n2. (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 75
921 Men are to bee taught of God, and not to learne of diuelles: Men Are to be taught of God, and not to Learn of diuelles: n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1, cc xx pc-acp vvi pp-f fw-la: (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 75
922 but Diuelles haue deuised those means, and by such as haue familiaritie with them haue deliuered the same to bee put in practise. but Diuelles have devised those means, and by such as have familiarity with them have Delivered the same to be put in practice. cc-acp fw-la vhb vvd d n2, cc p-acp d c-acp vhb n1 p-acp pno32 vhb vvn dt d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 75
923 As there be such deuises among the Sorcerers which Satan hath craftily conueighed in: As there be such devises among the Sorcerers which Satan hath craftily conveyed in: p-acp a-acp vbb d n2 p-acp dt n2 r-crq np1 vhz av-j vvn p-acp: (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 75
924 so also in the Poperie they did not seeke as Saint Peter willeth to resist him by faith, but inuented other wayes. so also in the Popery they did not seek as Saint Peter wills to resist him by faith, but invented other ways. av av p-acp dt n1 pns32 vdd xx vvi p-acp n1 np1 vvz pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1, cc-acp vvd j-jn n2. (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 76
925 Thus far we proceeded in handling this Scripture: Thus Far we proceeded in handling this Scripture: av av-j pns12 vvd p-acp vvg d n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 76
926 And now it remaineth as a principall question to be handeled, whether this faith, by which the diuell is to be resisted, can be ouercome in any? that is, to speake more plainlie, And now it remains as a principal question to be handled, whither this faith, by which the Devil is to be resisted, can be overcome in any? that is, to speak more plainly, cc av pn31 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cs d n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, vmb vbi vvn p-acp d? d vbz, pc-acp vvi av-dc av-j, (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 76
927 whether any man that hath the true and liuelie faith, by which the diuell is resisted, can vtterly loose it, whither any man that hath the true and lively faith, by which the Devil is resisted, can utterly lose it, cs d n1 cst vhz dt j cc j n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, vmb av-j vvi pn31, (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 76
928 and fall from God finallie? whether his faith may vtterly faile and be vanquished, and fallen from God finally? whither his faith may utterly fail and be vanquished, cc vvi p-acp np1 av-j? cs po31 n1 vmb av-j vvi cc vbi vvn, (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 76
929 & so hauing resisted Satan for a time stedfast in the faith, yet in the end he may be ouercome and deuoured by him? & so having resisted Satan for a time steadfast in the faith, yet in the end he may be overcome and devoured by him? cc av vhg vvn np1 p-acp dt n1 j p-acp dt n1, av p-acp dt n1 pns31 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno31? (7) sermon (DIV2) 46 Page 76
930 Touching this question, the Papists doe holde that a man may haue the true and liuely faith, Touching this question, the Papists do hold that a man may have the true and lively faith, vvg d n1, dt njp2 vdb vvi cst dt n1 vmb vhi dt j cc j n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 47 Page 76
931 and so fall from it, as that it be vtterly & wholie quenched in him, yea finally. and so fallen from it, as that it be utterly & wholly quenched in him, yea finally. cc av vvb p-acp pn31, c-acp cst pn31 vbb av-j cc av-jn vvn p-acp pno31, uh av-j. (7) sermon (DIV2) 47 Page 76
932 And so by their doctrine such as doe stand in this faith which Saint Peter requireth, And so by their Doctrine such as do stand in this faith which Saint Peter requires, cc av p-acp po32 n1 d c-acp vdb vvi p-acp d n1 r-crq n1 np1 vvz, (7) sermon (DIV2) 47 Page 76
933 and with the same doe resist the diuel, may by the diuell haue that same their sound and true faith ouercome, and so perish eternally. and with the same do resist the Devil, may by the Devil have that same their found and true faith overcome, and so perish eternally. cc p-acp dt d vdb vvi dt n1, vmb p-acp dt n1 vhb d d po32 n1 cc j n1 vvn, cc av vvb av-j. (7) sermon (DIV2) 47 Page 76
934 Others there be, who will seeme to differ somewhat from the Popish sort about this matter, Others there be, who will seem to differ somewhat from the Popish sort about this matter, n2-jn pc-acp vbi, r-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 47 Page 76
935 and they do hold that the verie reprobate (some of them at the least) are partakers for a time of the true, liuelie, and they do hold that the very Reprobate (Some of them At the least) Are partakers for a time of the true, lively, cc pns32 vdb vvi cst dt j n-jn (d pp-f pno32 p-acp dt ds) vbr n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, j, (7) sermon (DIV2) 47 Page 76
936 and iustifying faith, which is afterward wholie and finallie extinguished in them. and justifying faith, which is afterwards wholly and finally extinguished in them. cc vvg n1, r-crq vbz av av-jn cc av-j vvn p-acp pno32. (7) sermon (DIV2) 47 Page 76
937 Moreouer, they doe hold, that the same true and liuely faith may be wholy extinguished in the elect, Moreover, they do hold, that the same true and lively faith may be wholly extinguished in the elect, av, pns32 vdb vvi, cst dt d j cc j n1 vmb vbi av-jn vvn p-acp dt j-vvn, (7) sermon (DIV2) 47 Page 76
938 but not finally, because it is vnpossible that the elect shuld perish, and therein they differ indeede from the Papistes, which make election conditionall. but not finally, Because it is unpossible that the elect should perish, and therein they differ indeed from the Papists, which make election conditional. cc-acp xx av-j, c-acp pn31 vbz j-u cst dt n-vvn vmd vvi, cc av pns32 vvb av p-acp dt njp2, r-crq vvb n1 j. (7) sermon (DIV2) 47 Page 77
939 If this doctrine of theirs bee true, then is there no man that can be certaine of his saluation. If this Doctrine of theirs be true, then is there no man that can be certain of his salvation. cs d n1 pp-f png32 vbi j, av vbz pc-acp dx n1 cst vmb vbi j pp-f po31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 47 Page 77
940 There is no man that is sure he shall stand to the end, no man can resist stedfast in the faith. There is no man that is sure he shall stand to the end, no man can resist steadfast in the faith. pc-acp vbz dx n1 cst vbz j pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, dx n1 vmb vvi j p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 47 Page 77
941 For hee that to day doth get the victorie ouer the diuell by a true and liuely faith, to morrow may vtterly loose his faith, For he that to day does get the victory over the Devil by a true and lively faith, to morrow may utterly lose his faith, p-acp pns31 cst p-acp n1 vdz vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1, p-acp n1 vmb av-j vvi po31 n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 47 Page 77
942 and be ouercome by the diuell. and be overcome by the Devil. cc vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 47 Page 77
943 If it bee so, then hath not Saint Peter heer taught how we shal haue vndoubted victorie: If it be so, then hath not Saint Peter her taught how we shall have undoubted victory: cs pn31 vbb av, av vhz xx n1 np1 av vvd c-crq pns12 vmb vhi j n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 47 Page 77
944 if he will vs to resist by such a weapon as may be broken or destroyed, if he will us to resist by such a weapon as may be broken or destroyed, cs pns31 vmb pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1 c-acp vmb vbi vvn cc vvn, (7) sermon (DIV2) 47 Page 77
945 or plucked away from vs, wee are then but in a very weake case. or plucked away from us, we Are then but in a very weak case. cc vvd av p-acp pno12, pns12 vbr av cc-acp p-acp dt j j n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 47 Page 77
946 It may be they will say, there is vndoubted victorie so long as a man doth resist stedfast in the faith: It may be they will say, there is undoubted victory so long as a man does resist steadfast in the faith: pn31 vmb vbi pns32 vmb vvi, pc-acp vbz j n1 av av-j c-acp dt n1 vdz vvi j p-acp dt n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 48 Page 77
947 and that Saint Peter hath no further intent. That is the thing which we are to enquire of. and that Saint Peter hath no further intent. That is the thing which we Are to inquire of. cc d n1 np1 vhz dx jc n1. cst vbz dt n1 r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pp-f. (7) sermon (DIV2) 48 Page 77
948 And this shall be made manifest, that whosoeuer hath the true and liuely faith, shall vndoubtedly get the victorie ouer Satan: And this shall be made manifest, that whosoever hath the true and lively faith, shall undoubtedly get the victory over Satan: cc d vmb vbi vvn j, cst r-crq vhz dt j cc j n1, vmb av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp np1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 48 Page 77
949 that it is vnpossible that his faith should be wholie extinguished, it is vnpossible that he should perish. that it is unpossible that his faith should be wholly extinguished, it is unpossible that he should perish. cst pn31 vbz j-u cst po31 n1 vmd vbi av-jn vvn, pn31 vbz j-u cst pns31 vmd vvi. (7) sermon (DIV2) 48 Page 77
950 This is it which we affirme, that whosoeuer doth attaine vnto a stedfast faith (which is the thing which Saint Peter here requireth) that faith can neuer bee ouercome: This is it which we affirm, that whosoever does attain unto a steadfast faith (which is the thing which Saint Peter Here requires) that faith can never be overcome: d vbz pn31 r-crq pns12 vvb, cst r-crq vdz vvi p-acp dt j n1 (r-crq vbz dt n1 r-crq n1 np1 av vvz) cst n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn: (7) sermon (DIV2) 49 Page 77
951 for if it bee ouercome, it is not stedfast. for if it be overcome, it is not steadfast. c-acp cs pn31 vbb vvn, pn31 vbz xx j. (7) sermon (DIV2) 49 Page 77
952 It is the purpose of Saint Peter, not to teach that so long as a man is stedfast in the faith, It is the purpose of Saint Peter, not to teach that so long as a man is steadfast in the faith, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 np1, xx pc-acp vvi cst av av-j c-acp dt n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 49 Page 77
953 so long he shall resist the Diuell, and get the victorie, taking this, so long, so long he shall resist the devil, and get the victory, taking this, so long, av av-j pns31 vmb vvi dt n1, cc vvi dt n1, vvg d, av av-j, (7) sermon (DIV2) 49 Page 77
954 as if it were vncertaine that hee which is once stedfast, shall continue to the end: as if it were uncertain that he which is once steadfast, shall continue to the end: c-acp cs pn31 vbdr j cst pns31 r-crq vbz a-acp j, vmb vvi p-acp dt n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 49 Page 78
955 but this is his full meaning, that so manie as attaine to be stedfast in the faith, shall vndoubtedlie vanquish Satan, but this is his full meaning, that so many as attain to be steadfast in the faith, shall undoubtedly vanquish Satan, cc-acp d vbz po31 j n1, cst av d c-acp vvi pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1, vmb av-j vvi np1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 49 Page 78
956 and neuer be vanquished by him. and never be vanquished by him. cc av-x vbi vvn p-acp pno31. (7) sermon (DIV2) 49 Page 78
957 Hitherto then tendeth his doctrine, euen to shewe, that as wee are compassed about and beset with diuels, who like most greedy deuouring Lyons doe seeke continually for to swallowe vs vp: Hitherto then tendeth his Doctrine, even to show, that as we Are compassed about and beset with Devils, who like most greedy devouring Lyons do seek continually for to swallow us up: av av vvz po31 n1, av-j pc-acp vvi, cst c-acp pns12 vbr vvn a-acp cc vvn p-acp n2, r-crq vvb av-ds j j-vvg n2 vdb vvi av-j p-acp pc-acp vvi pno12 a-acp: (7) sermon (DIV2) 49 Page 78
958 so if we seek so farre as to be armed with a stedfast faith, wee attaine to that estate out of which wee can neuer bee cast. so if we seek so Far as to be armed with a steadfast faith, we attain to that estate out of which we can never be cast. av cs pns12 vvb av av-j c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, pns12 vvb p-acp d n1 av pp-f r-crq pns12 vmb av-x vbi vvn. (7) sermon (DIV2) 49 Page 78
959 It is as much as if he should say, the Diuell can neuer ouercome a stedfast faith: It is as much as if he should say, the devil can never overcome a steadfast faith: pn31 vbz p-acp d c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, dt n1 vmb av-x vvi dt j n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 49 Page 78
960 obtaine that and you are sure to stand to the end. obtain that and you Are sure to stand to the end. vvb d cc pn22 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 49 Page 78
961 Beloued, wee are not then to labour onelie for faith, but if we will be sure to ouercome the diuel, beloved, we Are not then to labour only for faith, but if we will be sure to overcome the Devil, vvn, pns12 vbr xx av pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp n1, cc-acp cs pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 78
962 and to stand to the end, we must labour to obtain a stedfast faith. and to stand to the end, we must labour to obtain a steadfast faith. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 78
963 But how can we bee sure that this is the mind of the Apostle, to warrant men, that they shall get the victorie ouer the diuell, But how can we be sure that this is the mind of the Apostle, to warrant men, that they shall get the victory over the Devil, p-acp q-crq vmb pns12 vbi j cst d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 78
964 euen to the end, if they attaine vnto a stedfast faith? I answere, that hee agreeth with himselfe, teaching here the same thing which hee exhorteth vnto in the first chapte rof his second Epistle: even to the end, if they attain unto a steadfast faith? I answer, that he agreeth with himself, teaching Here the same thing which he exhorteth unto in the First chapte rof his second Epistle: av p-acp dt n1, cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt j n1? pns11 vvb, cst pns31 vvz p-acp px31, vvg av dt d n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp p-acp dt ord vvn av po31 ord n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 78
965 Hereunto (saith he) giue all diligence, in your faith minister vertue, in vertue knowledge, in knowledge temperance, in temperance patience, in patience godlines, in godlinesse brotherlie kindnesse, in brother lie kindnesse loue. Hereunto (Says he) give all diligence, in your faith minister virtue, in virtue knowledge, in knowledge temperance, in temperance patience, in patience godliness, in godliness brotherly kindness, in brother lie kindness love. av (vvz pns31) vvb d n1, p-acp po22 n1 vvi n1, p-acp n1 n1, p-acp n1 n1, p-acp n1 n1, p-acp n1 n1, p-acp n1 av-j n1, p-acp n1 vvi n1 n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 78
966 For if these things be among you, and abound, they will make that you neither shall be idle nor vnfruitful in the knowledging of our lord Iesus Christ. For if these things be among you, and abound, they will make that you neither shall be idle nor unfruitful in the knowledging of our lord Iesus christ. p-acp cs d n2 vbb p-acp pn22, cc vvi, pns32 vmb vvi cst pn22 d vmb vbi j ccx j p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 78
967 For he that hath not these thinges is blinde, and cannot see a farre off, and hath forgotten that he was purged from his olde sinnes. For he that hath not these things is blind, and cannot see a Far off, and hath forgotten that he was purged from his old Sins. p-acp pns31 cst vhz xx d n2 vbz j, cc vmbx vvi dt av-j a-acp, cc vhz vvn cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 j n2. (7) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 79
968 Wherefore brethren giue rather diligence to make your calling & election sure: for if ye doe these thinges, ye shall neuer fall. Wherefore brothers give rather diligence to make your calling & election sure: for if you do these things, you shall never fallen. q-crq n2 vvb av-c n1 pc-acp vvi po22 n-vvg cc n1 j: c-acp cs pn22 vdb d n2, pn22 vmb av-x vvi. (7) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 79
969 For by this means an entring shal be ministred vnto you abundantly into the euerlasting king dome of our Lord Iesus Christ. 2. Pet. 1.5.6.7.8.9.10.11. For by this means an entering shall be ministered unto you abundantly into the everlasting King dome of our Lord Iesus christ. 2. Pet. 1.5.6.7.8.9.10.11. p-acp p-acp d n2 dt n-vvg vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22 av-j p-acp dt j n1 n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1. crd np1 crd. (7) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 79
970 In this place S. Peter doth most plainlie affirme that they which haue such a faith as goeth with those fruites, they come to an assurance that they be called of god, In this place S. Peter does most plainly affirm that they which have such a faith as Goes with those fruits, they come to an assurance that they be called of god, p-acp d n1 n1 np1 vdz av-ds av-j vvi cst pns32 r-crq vhb d dt n1 c-acp vvz p-acp d n2, pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 cst pns32 vbb vvn pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 79
971 & chosen vnto life and glory: and he doth assure and warrant them that they shall neuer fall. & chosen unto life and glory: and he does assure and warrant them that they shall never fallen. cc vvn p-acp n1 cc n1: cc pns31 vdz vvi cc vvb pno32 cst pns32 vmb av-x vvi. (7) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 79
972 Hee addeth as a reason that they haue an entrance into the kingdome of Christ, which is euerlasting. He adds as a reason that they have an Entrance into the Kingdom of christ, which is everlasting. pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 cst pns32 vhb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz j. (7) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 79
973 If the true liuely faith may faile and be wholy lost, what assurance can anie man haue that hee is called of God and chosen to life eternall? Or how could the holie Apostle say, If yee doe these things ye shall neuer fall? Doe not they fall which loose the faith, If the true lively faith may fail and be wholly lost, what assurance can any man have that he is called of God and chosen to life Eternal? Or how could the holy Apostle say, If ye do these things you shall never fallen? Do not they fallen which lose the faith, cs dt j j n1 vmb vvi cc vbi av-jn vvn, r-crq n1 vmb d n1 vhb d pns31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 cc vvn p-acp n1 j? cc q-crq vmd dt j n1 vvi, cs pn22 vdb d n2 pn22 vmb av-x vvi? vdb xx pns32 vvi r-crq vvb dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 79
974 or in whome it is wholy quenched? Christ raigneth in all those which haue the liuely faith, or in whom it is wholly quenched? christ Reigneth in all those which have the lively faith, cc p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz av-jn vvn? np1 vvz p-acp d d r-crq vhb dt j n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 79
975 and if his kingdome may be broken downe againe where it once taketh place, how can it be said in euery respect to be eternall? and if his Kingdom may be broken down again where it once Takes place, how can it be said in every respect to be Eternal? cc cs po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp av c-crq pn31 a-acp vvz n1, q-crq vmb pn31 vbi vvn p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi j? (7) sermon (DIV2) 50 Page 79
976 Now to ioyne these two places together, that man hath the stedfast faith whereby he doth resist the diuel, which doth those things which S. Peter mentioneth, Now to join these two places together, that man hath the steadfast faith whereby he does resist the Devil, which does those things which S. Peter mentioneth, av pc-acp vvi d crd n2 av, cst n1 vhz dt j n1 c-crq pns31 vdz vvi dt n1, r-crq vdz d n2 r-crq np1 np1 vvz, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 79
977 and thereby is sure hee is called and chosen, and that he shall neuer fall. Hee is firme & stedfast in the faith which commeth vnto this: and thereby is sure he is called and chosen, and that he shall never fallen. He is firm & steadfast in the faith which comes unto this: cc av vbz j pns31 vbz vvn cc vvn, cc cst pns31 vmb av-x vvi. pns31 vbz j cc j p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp d: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 79
978 and such as haue proceeded no further in the power of a fruitfull faith, but that they be still vncertaine whether they shall stand to the ende, and such as have proceeded no further in the power of a fruitful faith, but that they be still uncertain whither they shall stand to the end, cc d c-acp vhb vvn dx av-jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc-acp cst pns32 vbb av j cs pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 80
979 howe can they be said to resist the diuell stedfast in the faith? When S. Paule telleth vs that the shielde of faith doth quench all the firie dartes of the Diuel, it is to giue courage and comfort, that such as haue once gotten that shield, shall neuer be ouercome: how can they be said to resist the Devil steadfast in the faith? When S. Paul Telleth us that the shield of faith does quench all the firy darts of the devil, it is to give courage and Comfort, that such as have once got that shield, shall never be overcome: q-crq vmb pns32 vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 j p-acp dt n1? c-crq np1 np1 vvz pno12 d dt n1 pp-f n1 vdz vvi d dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, cst d c-acp vhb a-acp vvn d n1, vmb av-x vbi vvn: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 80
980 for if the faith bee ouercome, then it doth not quench them all. for if the faith be overcome, then it does not quench them all. c-acp cs dt n1 vbi vvn, cs pn31 vdz xx vvi pno32 d. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 80
981 The like courage and comfort Saint Peter doth heere minister, by shewing that being stedfast in the faith Satan is resisted. The like courage and Comfort Saint Peter does Here minister, by showing that being steadfast in the faith Satan is resisted. dt j n1 cc n1 n1 np1 vdz av vvi, p-acp vvg cst vbg j p-acp dt n1 np1 vbz vvn. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 80
982 Where a man is sure to get the victorie how valiantlie hee doth fight, what assaultes he wil endure, Where a man is sure to get the victory how valiantly he does fight, what assaults he will endure, c-crq dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-crq av-j pns31 vdz vvi, r-crq n2 pns31 vmb vvi, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 80
983 and with what comfort and consolation of minde. and with what Comfort and consolation of mind. cc p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 80
984 But if the battell be made doubtfull, that although hee haue so liuely a faith which woorketh by charitie, But if the battle be made doubtful, that although he have so lively a faith which worketh by charity, p-acp cs dt n1 vbb vvn j, cst cs pns31 vhb av j dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 80
985 yet he may loose it, he may be ouercome, it daunteth and discourageth, it taketh away the comfort and consolation. yet he may lose it, he may be overcome, it daunteth and Discourageth, it Takes away the Comfort and consolation. av pns31 vmb vvi pn31, pns31 vmb vbi vvn, pn31 vvz cc vvz, pn31 vvz av dt n1 cc n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 80
986 And this is to ouerthrowe that which the Lord of speciall purpose hath allotted to his children, And this is to overthrown that which the Lord of special purpose hath allotted to his children, cc d vbz pc-acp vvi d r-crq dt n1 pp-f j n1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n2, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 80
987 namely, that in all the trials, and afflictions, and temptations which they passe through, they may haue strong consolation. namely, that in all the trials, and afflictions, and temptations which they pass through, they may have strong consolation. av, cst p-acp d dt n2, cc n2, cc n2 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp, pns32 vmb vhi j n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 80
988 For it is written, Wherein God willing more abundantlie to shewe vnto the heires of promise the stablenesse of his counsell confirmed by an oth, that by two immutable things in which it was impossible for God to ly, we might haue strong consolation. Heb. 6. ver. 17.18. For it is written, Wherein God willing more abundantly to show unto the Heirs of promise the stableness of his counsel confirmed by an oath, that by two immutable things in which it was impossible for God to lie, we might have strong consolation. Hebrew 6. ver. 17.18. p-acp pn31 vbz vvn, c-crq np1 vvg av-dc av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cst p-acp crd j n2 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbds j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi, pns12 vmd vhi j n1. np1 crd fw-la. crd. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 80
989 If God hath confirmed his promise by an oth, that all they which beleeue in his sonne shall haue eternall life, If God hath confirmed his promise by an oath, that all they which believe in his son shall have Eternal life, cs np1 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cst d pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp po31 n1 vmb vhi j n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 81
990 why is it, or to what end is it, but that wee should come to the assurance of saluation, without which assurance there can be no strong consolation? If men bee condemned for high treason, why is it, or to what end is it, but that we should come to the assurance of salvation, without which assurance there can be no strong consolation? If men be condemned for high treason, q-crq vbz pn31, cc p-acp r-crq n1 vbz pn31, cc-acp cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq n1 a-acp vmb vbi dx j n1? cs n2 vbb vvn p-acp j n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 81
991 and then some hope of pardon followeth, it somewhat comforteth that they may suppose it may be they shall escape the tormentes of death, and not be executed; and then Some hope of pardon follows, it somewhat comforts that they may suppose it may be they shall escape the torments of death, and not be executed; cc av d n1 pp-f n1 vvz, pn31 av vvz cst pns32 vmb vvi pn31 vmb vbi pns32 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, cc xx vbi vvn; (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 81
992 but so long as there is doubt they haue no strong consolation: but so long as there is doubt they have no strong consolation: cc-acp av av-j c-acp pc-acp vbz n1 pns32 vhb dx j n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 81
993 but when they know assuredly, & haue it confirmed vnto them that they are set free by pardon, but when they know assuredly, & have it confirmed unto them that they Are Set free by pardon, cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvb av-vvn, cc vhb pn31 vvn p-acp pno32 cst pns32 vbr vvn j p-acp n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 81
994 then is their consolation strong indeede. then is their consolation strong indeed. av vbz po32 n1 j av. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 81
995 We are all of vs for high treason against God condemned to hell to endure eternall tormentes: We Are all of us for high treason against God condemned to hell to endure Eternal torments: pns12 vbr d pp-f pno12 p-acp j n1 p-acp np1 vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi j n2: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 81
996 A couenant and promise is made, that so many as doe beleeue in the sonne of God shall haue free pardon, A Covenant and promise is made, that so many as do believe in the son of God shall have free pardon, dt n1 cc n1 vbz vvn, cst av av-d c-acp vdb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vhi j n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 81
997 and so not onelie escape from those endlesse miseries, but also be lifted vp into eternall glorie. and so not only escape from those endless misery's, but also be lifted up into Eternal glory. cc av xx av-j vvi p-acp d j n2, cc-acp av vbi vvn a-acp p-acp j n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 81
998 So manie as doe wisely and sensiblie consider this wofull and miserable estate, in which all are in by nature, cannot but be touched with great horror and fear. So many as doe wisely and sensibly Consider this woeful and miserable estate, in which all Are in by nature, cannot but be touched with great horror and Fear. av d p-acp n1 av-j cc av-j vvi d j cc j n1, p-acp r-crq d vbr p-acp p-acp n1, vmbx p-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n1 cc n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 81
999 For is it a light matter to be cast with the diuell and his Angels into eternal fire? Is hee not more then mad which can be merie so long as he is subiect vnto so horrible damnation? Wel, there is hope of pardon, that so hee shall escape, in as much as God hath not only giuen his sonne to bee a redeemer, For is it a Light matter to be cast with the Devil and his Angels into Eternal fire? Is he not more then mad which can be merry so long as he is Subject unto so horrible damnation? Well, there is hope of pardon, that so he shall escape, in as much as God hath not only given his son to be a redeemer, p-acp vbz pn31 dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n2 p-acp j n1? vbz pns31 xx av-dc cs j r-crq vmb vbi j av av-j c-acp pns31 vbz j-jn p-acp av j n1? uh-av, pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f n1, cst av pns31 vmb vvi, p-acp c-acp d c-acp np1 vhz xx av-j vvn po31 n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 81
1000 but hath promised and bounde that his promise with an oath, that euery one which beleeueth shall bee saued. but hath promised and bound that his promise with an oath, that every one which Believeth shall be saved. cc-acp vhz vvn cc vvn d po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cst d crd r-crq vvz vmb vbi vvn. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 81
1001 Hee feeleth that he hath a faith, and it doth comfort him: He feeleth that he hath a faith, and it does Comfort him: pns31 vvz cst pns31 vhz dt n1, cc pn31 vdz vvi pno31: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 81
1002 but vntill he feele that the same his faith is the true and liuelie faith which getteth the victorie ouer Satan, but until he feel that the same his faith is the true and lively faith which gets the victory over Satan, cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvb cst dt d po31 n1 vbz dt j cc j n1 r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp np1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 82
1003 and which can neuer be vanquished, he cannot haue strong consolation. and which can never be vanquished, he cannot have strong consolation. cc r-crq vmb av-x vbi vvn, pns31 vmbx vhb j n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 82
1004 Eternall woe with the diuelles in hell is a most grienous thing, & vnpossible it is that any man shuld haue strong consolation, Eternal woe with the diuelles in hell is a most grienous thing, & unpossible it is that any man should have strong consolation, j n1 p-acp dt fw-la p-acp n1 vbz dt av-ds j n1, cc j pn31 vbz cst d n1 vmd vhi j n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 82
1005 vnlesse he be sure that he shall be deliuered from it: unless he be sure that he shall be Delivered from it: cs pns31 vbb j cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 82
1006 Whereupon it followeth, that seeing the blessed Lord God hath ordained that his children shall heere in the midst of the battell against Satan haue strong consolation, that he doth also giue vnto them assurāce of faith, Whereupon it follows, that seeing the blessed Lord God hath ordained that his children shall Here in the midst of the battle against Satan have strong consolation, that he does also give unto them assurance of faith, c-crq pn31 vvz, cst vvg dt j-vvn n1 np1 vhz vvn d po31 n2 vmb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 vhb j n1, cst pns31 vdz av vvi p-acp pno32 n1 pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 82
1007 yea such a faith as they doe knowe can neuer be ouercome. Take away the one & take away the other. yea such a faith as they do know can never be overcome. Take away the one & take away the other. uh d dt n1 c-acp pns32 vdb vvi vmb av-x vbi vvn. vvb av dt crd cc vvi av dt n-jn. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 82
1008 Wherby we see that they which do hold that the true and liuelie faith may be wholy lost, ouerthrow the stablenesse of Gods couenant. Whereby we see that they which do hold that the true and lively faith may be wholly lost, overthrow the stableness of God's Covenant. c-crq pns12 vvb cst pns32 r-crq vdb vvi cst dt j cc j n1 vmb vbi av-jn vvn, vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 82
1009 If they will obiect that manie haue great gladnesse and consolation which haue not any true faith, I aunswere, that the blind world is drowned in a carnall consolation, they doe not soundly beleeue, If they will Object that many have great gladness and consolation which have not any true faith, I answer, that the blind world is drowned in a carnal consolation, they do not soundly believe, cs pns32 vmb vvi cst d vhb j n1 cc n1 r-crq vhb xx d j n1, pns11 vvb, cst dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, pns32 vdb xx av-j vvi, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 82
1010 nor sensiblie consider what estate they be in. nor sensibly Consider what estate they be in. ccx av-j vvi r-crq n1 pns32 vbb p-acp. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 82
1011 They be but as drunken men, who through exceeding drunkennesse passing towards horrible torments, do not perceiue it nor regard it, They be but as drunken men, who through exceeding Drunkenness passing towards horrible torments, do not perceive it nor regard it, pns32 vbb p-acp c-acp j n2, r-crq p-acp j-vvg n1 vvg p-acp j n2, vdb xx vvi pn31 ccx vvb pn31, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 82
1012 but are merie and laugh and sport themselues: but Are merry and laugh and sport themselves: cc-acp vbr j cc vvi cc vvi px32: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 82
1013 For they which are so merie and doe sport themselues so much in sinne and in carnall pleasures, For they which Are so merry and do sport themselves so much in sin and in carnal pleasures, c-acp pns32 r-crq vbr av j cc vdb vvi px32 av av-d p-acp n1 cc p-acp j n2, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 82
1014 if they did knowe or aduisedly consider whither they be going and what remaineth for thē, it would dampe all their mirth. if they did know or advisedly Consider whither they be going and what remains for them, it would damp all their mirth. cs pns32 vdd vvi cc av-vvn vvb c-crq pns32 vbb vvg cc q-crq vvz p-acp pno32, pn31 vmd n-jn av-d po32 n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 82
1015 It is not the strong consolation which the holie Ghost speaketh of, that they haue. Theirs is but a drunken madnesse. It is not the strong consolation which the holy Ghost speaks of, that they have. Theirs is but a drunken madness. pn31 vbz xx dt j n1 r-crq dt j n1 vvz pp-f, cst pns32 vhb. png32 vbz cc-acp dt j n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 82
1016 Such onlie as by a liuely faith doe feele the power of Christ in them mortifying and slaying sinne, Such only as by a lively faith do feel the power of christ in them mortifying and slaying sin, d av-j c-acp p-acp dt j n1 vdb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32 vvg cc vvg n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 83
1017 & quickening them vnto righteousnesse and true holinesse euen to walke in the light, and to bring forth the fruites and vertues of the spirite, haue the strong consolation. & quickening them unto righteousness and true holiness even to walk in the Light, and to bring forth the fruits and Virtues of the Spirit, have the strong consolation. cc j-vvg pno32 p-acp n1 cc j n1 av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi av dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, vhb dt j n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 83
1018 They bee assured that they be deliuered from hell, and made heires of eternall glorie: They be assured that they be Delivered from hell, and made Heirs of Eternal glory: pns32 vbb vvn cst pns32 vbb vvn p-acp n1, cc vvd n2 pp-f j n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 83
1019 in as much as they know that God doth sanctifie none but those whome he doth glorifie. in as much as they know that God does sanctify none but those whom he does Glorify. p-acp p-acp d c-acp pns32 vvb cst np1 vdz vvi pix cc-acp d r-crq pns31 vdz vvi. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 83
1020 But they doe alleage sundrie testimonies of the holie Scriptures, by which they vndertake to prooue that the verie reprobate haue the true, liuely and iustifying faith, which they do vtterlie loose: But they do allege sundry testimonies of the holy Scriptures, by which they undertake to prove that the very Reprobate have the true, lively and justifying faith, which they do utterly lose: p-acp pns32 vdb vvi j n2 pp-f dt j n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi cst dt j n-jn vhb dt j, j cc vvg n1, r-crq pns32 vdb av-j vvi: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 83
1021 and likwise, that the elect doe so fall, that the same true and liuelie faith for a time is vtterlie quenched in them. and likewise, that the elect do so fallen, that the same true and lively faith for a time is utterly quenched in them. cc av, cst dt n-vvn vdb av vvi, cst dt d j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp pno32. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 83
1022 If it be so, then all assurance is gone, and with it there vanisheth away all strong consolation For if the true faith bee in the reprobate, If it be so, then all assurance is gone, and with it there Vanishes away all strong consolation For if the true faith be in the Reprobate, cs pn31 vbb av, cs d n1 vbz vvn, cc p-acp pn31 a-acp vvz av d j n1 c-acp cs dt j n1 vbi p-acp dt n-jn, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 83
1023 then cannot any man thus argue, I haue the true, liuely and sanctifying faith, therefore I am chosen of God and sure to bee saued. then cannot any man thus argue, I have the true, lively and sanctifying faith, Therefore I am chosen of God and sure to be saved. av vmbx d n1 av vvi, pns11 vhb dt j, j cc j-vvg n1, av pns11 vbm vvn pp-f np1 cc j pc-acp vbi vvn. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 83
1024 Neither can he say thus, If I fall, I shal rise againe: Neither can he say thus, If I fallen, I shall rise again: av-d vmb pns31 vvi av, cs pns11 vvb, pns11 vmb vvi av: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 83
1025 for what is it that can assure him that he shall rise againe, if some that haue the same true faith which he hath, doe fal and neuer rise againe? Let vs therfore consider what their proofes bee, for what is it that can assure him that he shall rise again, if Some that have the same true faith which he hath, do fall and never rise again? Let us Therefore Consider what their proofs be, p-acp r-crq vbz pn31 cst vmb vvi pno31 cst pns31 vmb vvi av, cs d cst vhb dt d j n1 r-crq pns31 vhz, vdz vvi cc av-x vvb av? vvb pno12 av vvi q-crq po32 n2 vbi, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 83
1026 or testimonies vpon which they stande, to prooue that the true faith may be vtterly lost. or testimonies upon which they stand, to prove that the true faith may be utterly lost. cc n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb, pc-acp vvi cst dt j n1 vmb vbi av-j vvn. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 83
1027 In the olde Testament it is thus written, But when the righteous doth turne away from his righteousnesse, In the old Testament it is thus written, But when the righteous does turn away from his righteousness, p-acp dt j n1 pn31 vbz av vvn, p-acp c-crq dt j vdz vvi av p-acp po31 n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 83
1028 and commit iniquity, and doth according to all the abominations which the wicked doth, should he liue? all his righteous dee des which he hath done shall not be remembred: and commit iniquity, and does according to all the abominations which the wicked does, should he live? all his righteous dee des which he hath done shall not be remembered: cc vvi n1, cc vdz p-acp p-acp d dt n2 r-crq dt j vdz, vmd pns31 vvi? av-d po31 j zz fw-fr r-crq pns31 vhz vdn vmb xx vbi vvn: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 84
1029 for his transgression in which hee transgresseth, and for his sinne in which hee sinneth, for these he shall die. Ezech. 18.24. The Lord Iesus saith, that there bee some which do beleeue for a time, & in time of temptation goe away. Luk. 8.13. Thou standest (saith S. Paul) by faith: be not high minded, but feare, Rom. 11. ver. 20. Also the same Apostle speaketh of some that made shipwrack of the faith. 1. Tim. 1. vers. 19. Hee that thinketh hee standeth, let him take heed least he fall. 1. Cor. 10. ver. 12. Christ saith to the Angell of the Church of Ephesus. for his Transgression in which he Transgresseth, and for his sin in which he Sinneth, for these he shall die. Ezekiel 18.24. The Lord Iesus Says, that there be Some which do believe for a time, & in time of temptation go away. Luk. 8.13. Thou Standest (Says S. Paul) by faith: be not high minded, but Fear, Rom. 11. ver. 20. Also the same Apostle speaks of Some that made shipwreck of the faith. 1. Tim. 1. vers. 19. He that Thinketh he Stands, let him take heed lest he fallen. 1. Cor. 10. ver. 12. christ Says to the Angel of the Church of Ephesus. p-acp po31 n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, cc p-acp po31 n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, p-acp d pns31 vmb vvi. np1 crd. dt n1 np1 vvz, cst pc-acp vbi d r-crq vdb vvi p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vvb av. np1 crd. pns21 vv2 (vvz np1 np1) p-acp n1: vbb xx j vvn, cc-acp vvb, np1 crd fw-la. crd av dt d n1 vvz pp-f d cst vvd n1 pp-f dt n1. crd np1 crd fw-la. crd pns31 cst vvz pns31 vvz, vvb pno31 vvi n1 cs pns31 vvb. crd np1 crd fw-la. crd np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 84
1030 Thou hast left thy first loue, Reue. 2. ver. 4. Take heede least anie man fall away from the grace of God, Heb. 12. vers. 15. And S. Peter doth speake of such as are like the dog that returneth to his vomite. 2. Pet. 2. There be other places of scripture which they doe also alleadge to prooue that men that haue the true & liuely faith, may wholy loose it, I will not stand to answere euery one particularlie, Thou hast left thy First love, Reue. 2. ver. 4. Take heed lest any man fallen away from the grace of God, Hebrew 12. vers. 15. And S. Peter does speak of such as Are like the dog that returns to his vomit. 2. Pet. 2. There be other places of scripture which they do also allege to prove that men that have the true & lively faith, may wholly lose it, I will not stand to answer every one particularly, pns21 vh2 vvn po21 ord n1, np1 crd fw-la. crd vvb n1 cs d n1 vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd fw-la. crd cc np1 np1 vdz vvi pp-f d c-acp vbr av-j dt n1 cst vvz p-acp po31 n1. crd np1 crd pc-acp vbi j-jn n2 pp-f n1 r-crq pns32 vdb av vvi pc-acp vvi d n2 cst vhb dt j cc j n1, vmb av-jn vvi pn31, pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi d pi av-jn, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 84
1031 but in generall, and thus, that whatsoeuer the word of God speaketh of falling frō grace, of turning from the way of righteousnes, but in general, and thus, that whatsoever the word of God speaks of falling from grace, of turning from the Way of righteousness, cc-acp p-acp n1, cc av, cst r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pp-f vvg p-acp n1, pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 84
1032 or loosing the faith, it is not to bee vnderstood of the grace of sanctification or of the true liuely iustifying faith, or losing the faith, it is not to be understood of the grace of sanctification or of the true lively justifying faith, cc vvg dt n1, pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc pp-f dt j j vvg n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 84
1033 but of that other faith which the holie scriptures doe speake of, which the wicked may haue, but of that other faith which the holy Scriptures do speak of, which the wicked may have, cc-acp pp-f d j-jn n1 r-crq dt j n2 vdb vvi pp-f, r-crq dt j vmb vhi, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 84
1034 and of those graces which they also are after a sort made partakers of. and of those graces which they also Are After a sort made partakers of. cc pp-f d n2 r-crq pns32 av vbr p-acp dt n1 vvn n2 pp-f. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 84
1035 For this is sufficient for me to shewe, that whosoeuer is once partaker of the liuelie faith, he can neuer loose that faith, hee can neuer perish: For this is sufficient for me to show, that whosoever is once partaker of the lively faith, he can never lose that faith, he can never perish: p-acp d vbz j p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi, cst r-crq vbz a-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1, pns31 vmb av-x vvi d n1, pns31 vmb av-x vvi: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 85
1036 for that being prooued it must needs be confessed that all the scriptures which they alleadge are to bee vnderstood not of that liuely faith, for that being proved it must needs be confessed that all the Scriptures which they allege Are to be understood not of that lively faith, c-acp cst vbg vvn pn31 vmb av vbi vvn cst d dt n2 r-crq pns32 vvi vbr pc-acp vbi vvd xx pp-f cst j n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 85
1037 or of those that be sanctified. I am (saith Christ) the true vine, and my father is an husbandman. or of those that be sanctified. I am (Says christ) the true vine, and my father is an husbandman. cc pp-f d cst vbb vvn. pns11 vbm (vvz np1) dt j n1, cc po11 n1 vbz dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 85
1038 Euery branch in me that beareth not fruite he taketh away, and euery branch in me that beareth fruite he purgeth that it may beare more fruit. Ioh. 15. vers. 1.2. Christ is the vine, & they which professe his name be the brāches. Every branch in me that bears not fruit he Takes away, and every branch in me that bears fruit he Purgeth that it may bear more fruit. John 15. vers. 1.2. christ is the vine, & they which profess his name be the branches. d n1 p-acp pno11 cst vvz xx n1 pns31 vvz av, cc d n1 p-acp pno11 cst vvz n1 pns31 vvz cst pn31 vmb vvi dc n1. np1 crd fw-la. crd. np1 vbz dt n1, cc pns32 r-crq vvb po31 n1 vbb dt n2. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 85
1039 These branches be of two sortes: the one sort beareth no fruit, the other sort beareth fruit. These branches be of two sorts: the one sort bears no fruit, the other sort bears fruit. np1 n2 vbb pp-f crd n2: dt crd n1 vvz dx n1, dt j-jn n1 vvz n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 85
1040 Now let it bee demanded what are they which beare fruit? It must needs be answered, they be such as haue the true and liuely faith they be ingrafted into Christ and doe receiue as it were the sap or iuice of life from him. Now let it be demanded what Are they which bear fruit? It must needs be answered, they be such as have the true and lively faith they be ingrafted into christ and do receive as it were the sap or juice of life from him. av vvb pn31 vbi vvn r-crq vbr pns32 r-crq vvb n1? pn31 vmb av vbi vvn, pns32 vbb d c-acp vhb dt j cc j n1 pns32 vbb vvn p-acp np1 cc vdb vvi c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 85
1041 Their faith is that, which Saint Paule saith, worketh by charity, and therfore euery one that hath that faith beareth fruite. Their faith is that, which Saint Paul Says, works by charity, and Therefore every one that hath that faith bears fruit. po32 n1 vbz d, r-crq n1 np1 vvz, vvz p-acp n1, cc av d pi cst vhz d n1 vvz n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 85
1042 Then who bee those branches that beare not fruite? They be Christians in name and in profession; Then who be those branches that bear not fruit? They be Christians in name and in profession; cs r-crq vbb d n2 cst vvb xx n1? pns32 vbb np1 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1; (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 85
1043 otherwise he would not say, Euerie branch in me that beareth not fruit. otherwise he would not say, Every branch in me that bears not fruit. av pns31 vmd xx vvi, d n1 p-acp pno11 cst vvz xx n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 85
1044 They be after a sort grafted also into Christ in as much as they haue been baptized, They be After a sort grafted also into christ in as much as they have been baptised, pns32 vbb p-acp dt n1 vvd av p-acp np1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp pns32 vhb vbn vvn, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 85
1045 and doe professe to beleeue in him: but their faith is but a dead faith; otherwise it could not be saide, that they beare no fruite. and do profess to believe in him: but their faith is but a dead faith; otherwise it could not be said, that they bear no fruit. cc vdb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31: cc-acp po32 n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1; av pn31 vmd xx vbi vvn, cst pns32 vvb dx n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 85
1046 By this we see it is euident that there is a difference of faith, there is a fruitlesse or a dead faith, By this we see it is evident that there is a difference of faith, there is a fruitless or a dead faith, p-acp d pns12 vvb pn31 vbz j cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbz dt j cc dt j n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 85
1047 and there is a faith which is liuely, and cannot but worke. Then see how we are to argue out of this place. and there is a faith which is lively, and cannot but work. Then see how we Are to argue out of this place. cc pc-acp vbz dt n1 r-crq vbz j, cc vmbx cc-acp vvi. av vvb c-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi av pp-f d n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 85
1048 Euery branch that beareth fruit, that is, euery one that hath the true and liuely faith, shall be purged, that it may beare more fruit: Every branch that bears fruit, that is, every one that hath the true and lively faith, shall be purged, that it may bear more fruit: d n1 cst vvz n1, cst vbz, d pi cst vhz dt j cc j n1, vmb vbi vvn, cst pn31 vmb vvi dc n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 86
1049 therefore not any one of the reprobate haue the liuely faith. Therefore not any one of the Reprobate have the lively faith. av xx d crd pp-f dt j-jn vhb dt j n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 86
1050 This consequence is cleere, if wee consider that he saith, Euerie branch that beareth fruit he purgeth, not to take it afterward away, This consequence is clear, if we Consider that he Says, Every branch that bears fruit he Purgeth, not to take it afterwards away, d n1 vbz j, cs pns12 vvb cst pns31 vvz, d n1 cst vvz n1 pns31 vvz, xx pc-acp vvi pn31 av av, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 86
1051 but that it may bear more fruit. but that it may bear more fruit. cc-acp cst pn31 vmb vvi dc n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 86
1052 For will they be so bold as to say thus, Some branches that beare fruite shall bee taken out of the vine, For will they be so bold as to say thus, some branches that bear fruit shall be taken out of the vine, p-acp n1 pns32 vbi av j c-acp pc-acp vvi av, d n2 cst vvb n1 vmb vbi vvn av pp-f dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 86
1053 as well as the branches that beare no fruite? Or thus, Some branches that beare fruite shall be purged that they may beare more fruite: as well as the branches that bear no fruit? Or thus, some branches that bear fruit shall be purged that they may bear more fruit: c-acp av c-acp dt n2 cst vvb dx n1? cc av, d n2 cst vvb n1 vmb vbi vvn cst pns32 vmb vvi dc n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 86
1054 but yet in the end they shall also bee taken out of the vine, were not that a strange speech? What difference, but yet in the end they shall also be taken out of the vine, were not that a strange speech? What difference, cc-acp av p-acp dt n1 pns32 vmb av vbi vvn av pp-f dt n1, vbdr xx d dt j n1? q-crq n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 86
1055 or what a vaine difference were that which Christ maketh of the branches, touching perseuerance in the vine if the fruitfull branches, or what a vain difference were that which christ makes of the branches, touching perseverance in the vine if the fruitful branches, cc q-crq dt j n1 vbdr d r-crq np1 vvz pp-f dt n2, vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 cs dt j n2, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 86
1056 or any of them could be separated from it, as well as the vnfruitfull? howe doe they make Christ to speak? It may be they wil say, that the holy scripture speaketh somtimes vniuersally, or any of them could be separated from it, as well as the unfruitful? how do they make christ to speak? It may be they will say, that the holy scripture speaks sometimes universally, cc d pp-f pno32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pn31, c-acp av c-acp dt j? q-crq vdb pns32 vvb np1 pc-acp vvi? pn31 vmb vbi pns32 vmb vvi, cst dt j n1 vvz av av-j, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 86
1057 whē as yet exceptions in particulars are for to be admitted: when as yet exceptions in particulars Are for to be admitted: c-crq p-acp av n2 p-acp n2-j vbr p-acp pc-acp vbi vvn: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 86
1058 and so his saying doth stand true although some branches that haue born fruit, be taken out of the vine and do perish. and so his saying does stand true although Some branches that have born fruit, be taken out of the vine and do perish. cc av po31 n-vvg vdz vvi j cs d n2 cst vhb vvn n1, vbb vvn av pp-f dt n1 cc vdb vvi. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 86
1059 I answere, that this cauill is of no force heer, because our Sauiour doth so speak vniuersallie, that he also speaketh singularly. I answer, that this cavil is of no force her, Because our Saviour does so speak universally, that he also speaks singularly. pns11 vvb, cst d n1 vbz pp-f dx n1 av, c-acp po12 n1 vdz av vvi av-j, cst pns31 av vvz av-j. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 86
1060 He saith not al the branches that in me bear fruit, but euery branch in me that beareth fruit, he purgeth that it may beare more fruit. He Says not all the branches that in me bear fruit, but every branch in me that bears fruit, he Purgeth that it may bear more fruit. pns31 vvz xx d dt n2 cst p-acp pno11 vvi n1, cc-acp d n1 p-acp pno11 cst vvz n1, pns31 vvz cst pn31 vmb vvi dc n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 86
1061 So that we may conclude, that there are none of the reprobate that haue the true and liuely faith: So that we may conclude, that there Are none of the Reprobate that have the true and lively faith: av cst pns12 vmb vvi, cst a-acp vbr pix pp-f dt n-jn cst vhb dt j cc j n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 87
1062 for if they had, they shoulde bring forth fruit and so remain for euer in the vine. for if they had, they should bring forth fruit and so remain for ever in the vine. c-acp cs pns32 vhd, pns32 vmd vvi av n1 cc av vvb p-acp av p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 87
1063 Againe, whosoeuer knoweth that hee bringeth foorth fruite, hee may be assured that he shal continue in the vine for euer, hee shall neuer perish. Again, whosoever Knoweth that he brings forth fruit, he may be assured that he shall continue in the vine for ever, he shall never perish. av, r-crq vvz cst pns31 vvz av n1, pns31 vmb vbi vvn cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 c-acp av, pns31 vmb av-x vvi. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 87
1064 Also Christ saith, I am the breade of life, hee that commeth to me shall not hunger in any wise, Also christ Says, I am the bread of life, he that comes to me shall not hunger in any wise, av np1 vvz, pns11 vbm dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 cst vvz p-acp pno11 vmb xx n1 p-acp d n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 87
1065 and he that beleeueth in mee shall neuer thirst. and he that Believeth in me shall never thirst. cc pns31 cst vvz p-acp pno11 vmb av-x vvi. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 87
1066 This is the will of him that sent me, that euery one that seeth the sonne and beleeueth in him may haue euerlasting life: This is the will of him that sent me, that every one that sees the son and Believeth in him may have everlasting life: d vbz dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno11, cst d pi cst vvz dt n1 cc vvz p-acp pno31 vmb vhi j n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 87
1067 and I will raise him vp at the last day. and I will raise him up At the last day. cc pns11 vmb vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp dt ord n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 87
1068 I am that bread of life, your fathers did eate Manna in the wildernesse and are dead. I am that bred of life, your Father's did eat Manna in the Wilderness and Are dead. pns11 vbm d n1 pp-f n1, po22 n2 vdd vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 cc vbr j. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 87
1069 This is that bread that came downe from heauen, that if anie man eate thereof, he should not die. This is that bred that Come down from heaven, that if any man eat thereof, he should not die. d vbz d n1 cst vvd a-acp p-acp n1, cst cs d n1 vvi av, pns31 vmd xx vvi. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 87
1070 I am the liuing bread which came downe from heauen, if any man eate of this bread he shall hue for euer. I am the living bred which Come down from heaven, if any man eat of this bred he shall hue for ever. pns11 vbm dt j-vvg n1 r-crq vvd a-acp p-acp n1, cs d n1 vvi pp-f d n1 pns31 vmb n1 p-acp av. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 87
1071 He that eateth my flesh and drinketh my blood hath eternall life: He that Eateth my Flesh and Drinketh my blood hath Eternal life: pns31 cst vvz po11 n1 cc vvz po11 n1 vhz j n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 87
1072 This is that bread which came downe from heauen, not as your fathers did eate Manna, and are dead: This is that bred which Come down from heaven, not as your Father's did eat Manna, and Are dead: d vbz d n1 r-crq vvd a-acp p-acp n1, xx p-acp po22 n2 vdd vvi n1, cc vbr j: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 87
1073 he that eateth of this bread shall liue for euer. Ioh. 6. ver. 35.40.48.49.50.51.54.58. From these Scriptures wee may drawe most firme conclusions, that not any one of the reprobate euer haue or can haue the true and liuelie faith: he that Eateth of this bred shall live for ever. John 6. ver. 35.40.48.49.50.51.54.58. From these Scriptures we may draw most firm conclusions, that not any one of the Reprobate ever have or can have the true and lively faith: pns31 cst vvz pp-f d n1 vmb vvi p-acp av. np1 crd fw-la. crd. p-acp d n2 pns12 vmb vvi av-ds j n2, cst xx d crd pp-f dt n-jn av n1 cc vmb vhi dt j cc j n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 87
1074 but that whosoeuer beleeueth he is assured of life eternall: but that whosoever Believeth he is assured of life Eternal: cc-acp cst r-crq vvz pns31 vbz vvn pp-f n1 j: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 87
1075 Christ teacheth that hee is the bread of life, and that whosoeuer eateth of that bread he shall liue for euer. christ Teaches that he is the bred of life, and that whosoever Eateth of that bred he shall live for ever. np1 vvz cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc cst r-crq vvz pp-f d n1 pns31 vmb vvi p-acp av. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 87
1076 It is not possible that any man should eat of that bread, and yet not liue for euer. It is not possible that any man should eat of that bred, and yet not live for ever. pn31 vbz xx j cst d n1 vmd vvi pp-f d n1, cc av xx vvi p-acp av. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 87
1077 Euery one that beleeueth in him (I speak of that liuelie faith which as the hand apprehendeth Christ, Every one that Believeth in him (I speak of that lively faith which as the hand apprehendeth christ, d crd cst vvz p-acp pno31 (pns11 vvb pp-f d j n1 r-crq p-acp dt n1 vvz np1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 88
1078 and by which we receiue him and his benefites) doth eat his flesh, and drinke his blood. and by which we receive him and his benefits) does eat his Flesh, and drink his blood. cc p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb pno31 cc po31 n2) vdz vvi po31 n1, cc vvi po31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 88
1079 He that beleeueth in mee (saith hee) shall neuer thirst: He that Believeth in me (Says he) shall never thirst: pns31 cst vvz p-acp pno11 (vvz pns31) vmb av-x vvi: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 88
1080 for let any mā shew a reason why some that beleeue in Christ doe eate his flesh and drinke his blood, for let any man show a reason why Some that believe in christ do eat his Flesh and drink his blood, p-acp vvi d n1 vvi dt n1 c-crq d cst vvb p-acp np1 vdb vvi po31 n1 cc vvi po31 n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 88
1081 & other some, hauing the same liuely faith, doe not. & other Some, having the same lively faith, do not. cc j-jn d, vhg dt d j n1, vdb xx. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 88
1082 What will they say that the reprobate & damned, so many of them as euercome to haue the true and liuely faith (according as they imagine) do indeede eat the flesh of Christ & drinke his blood, What will they say that the Reprobate & damned, so many of them as euercome to have the true and lively faith (according as they imagine) do indeed eat the Flesh of christ & drink his blood, q-crq vmb pns32 vvb cst dt j-jn cc j-vvn, av d pp-f pno32 p-acp vvi pc-acp vhi dt j cc j n1 (vvg c-acp pns32 vvb) vdb av vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 cc vvi po31 n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 88
1083 and so for a time be made liuely members of Christ, euen flesh of his flesh, and so for a time be made lively members of christ, even Flesh of his Flesh, cc av p-acp dt n1 vbi vvn j n2 pp-f np1, av n1 pp-f po31 n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 88
1084 and bones of his bones, as the Apostle speaketh Ephes. 5. ver. 31? If they doe not eat his flesh & drink his blood, and bones of his bones, as the Apostle speaks Ephesians 5. ver. 31? If they do not eat his Flesh & drink his blood, cc n2 pp-f po31 n2, c-acp dt n1 vvz np1 crd fw-la. crd? cs pns32 vdb xx vvi po31 n1 cc vvi po31 n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 88
1085 then haue they not the faith: remooue that effect, and the cause is remooued. then have they not the faith: remove that Effect, and the cause is removed. av vhb pns32 xx dt n1: vvb d n1, cc dt n1 vbz vvn. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 88
1086 If they will not abhor so wicked a speech, but affirm indeed that the reprobate doe eate the flesh of Christ, If they will not abhor so wicked a speech, but affirm indeed that the Reprobate do eat the Flesh of christ, cs pns32 vmb xx vvi av j dt n1, cc-acp vvb av cst dt j-jn vdb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 88
1087 so many of them as haue the liuely faith: so many of them as have the lively faith: av d pp-f pno32 c-acp vhb dt j n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 88
1088 then let thē see how they ouerthrow also the whole force of the argumēt of Christ, by which he proueth that the Manna was not the bread of life; then let them see how they overthrow also the Whole force of the argument of christ, by which he Proves that the Manna was not the bred of life; av vvb pno32 vvi c-crq pns32 vvi av dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz cst dt n1 vbds xx dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 88
1089 but that he himself is the bread of life. Your fathers (saith he) did eat Māna in the wildernesse and are dead. but that he himself is the bred of life. Your Father's (Says he) did eat Manna in the Wilderness and Are dead. cc-acp cst pns31 px31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. po22 n2 (vvz pns31) vdd vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 cc vbr j. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 88
1090 If any man eat of this bread he shal liue for euer. How standeth his argument, consider of it I pray you. If any man eat of this bred he shall live for ever. How Stands his argument, Consider of it I pray you. cs d n1 vvi pp-f d n1 pns31 vmb vvi p-acp av. q-crq vvz po31 n1, vvb pp-f pn31 pns11 vvb pn22. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 88
1091 Your fathers did eat Manna in the wildernesse, and yet are dead in their sinnes they are dead in the spirituall and eternall death (for of that death hee speaketh, seeing they also which eat the flesh of Christ doe die the naturall death) therefore Manna was not the bread of life that commeth downe from heauen. Your Father's did eat Manna in the Wilderness, and yet Are dead in their Sins they Are dead in the spiritual and Eternal death (for of that death he speaks, seeing they also which eat the Flesh of christ doe die the natural death) Therefore Manna was not the bred of life that comes down from heaven. po22 n2 vdd vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av vbr j p-acp po32 n2 pns32 vbr j p-acp dt j cc j n1 (c-acp pp-f d n1 pns31 vvz, vvg pns32 av r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 vvi dt j n1) av n1 vbds xx dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vvz a-acp p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 89
1092 For that which some did eat of, and yet did die eternallie, is not by any meanes the bread of life. For that which Some did eat of, and yet did die eternally, is not by any means the bred of life. p-acp d r-crq d vdd vvi pp-f, cc av vdd vvi av-j, vbz xx p-acp d n2 dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 89
1093 And how doth hee prooue that hee himselfe is the bread of life? I am the breade which came downe from heauen: And how does he prove that he himself is the bred of life? I am the bread which Come down from heaven: cc q-crq vdz pns31 vvi cst pns31 px31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1? pns11 vbm dt n1 r-crq vvd a-acp p-acp n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 89
1094 if any man eate of this bread he shall liue for euer. Thus standeth his reason. if any man eat of this bred he shall live for ever. Thus Stands his reason. cs d n1 vvi pp-f d n1 pns31 vmb vvi p-acp av. av vvz po31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 89
1095 Whosoeuer eateth the flesh of Christ, he shal liue for euer: therefore the flesh of Christ is the bread of life. Whosoever Eateth the Flesh of christ, he shall live for ever: Therefore the Flesh of christ is the bred of life. r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp av: av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 89
1096 If they shall now say, some of the fathers in the wildernes did eate the Manna, If they shall now say, Some of the Father's in the Wilderness did eat the Manna, cs pns32 vmb av vvi, d pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vdd vvi dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 89
1097 and yet died in their sinnes: it cannot be denied: and yet died in their Sins: it cannot be denied: cc av vvd p-acp po32 n2: pn31 vmbx vbi vvn: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 89
1098 and thereupon Christ doth affirme that Manna was not the bread of life that commeth downe from heauen: and thereupon christ does affirm that Manna was not the bred of life that comes down from heaven: cc av np1 vdz vvi d n1 vbds xx dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vvz a-acp p-acp n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 89
1099 and then adde their owne saying, which is this, some doe eate the flesh of Christ, and then add their own saying, which is this, Some do eat the Flesh of christ, cc av vvi po32 d vvg, r-crq vbz d, d vdb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 89
1100 and yet do die in their sinnes: what will then followe? if this reason do stand in force; and yet do die in their Sins: what will then follow? if this reason do stand in force; cc av vdb vvi p-acp po32 n2: r-crq vmb av vvi? cs d n1 vdb vvi p-acp n1; (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 89
1101 Your fathers did eat Manna in the wildernes and are dead: therefore Manna was not the bread of life. Your Father's did eat Manna in the Wilderness and Are dead: Therefore Manna was not the bred of life. po22 n2 vdd vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 cc vbr j: av n1 vbds xx dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 89
1102 Then shall not this also follow, Many doe eat the flesh of Christ, and yet are damned: Then shall not this also follow, Many do eat the Flesh of christ, and yet Are damned: av vmb xx d av vvb, d vdb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av vbr vvn: (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 89
1103 therefore the flesh of Christ is not the bread of life. Therefore the Flesh of christ is not the bred of life. av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 89
1104 Thus it is euident that such as do affirme that any of the reprobate haue the liuelie faith, doe gainsay Christ, Thus it is evident that such as do affirm that any of the Reprobate have the lively faith, do gainsay christ, av pn31 vbz j cst d c-acp vdb vvi cst d pp-f dt j-jn vhb dt j n1, vdb vvi np1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 89
1105 and ouerthrow the force of his argument. and overthrow the force of his argument. cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 51 Page 89
1106 To proceede, what can be more firme to proue that the reprobate cannot haue the true, liuely and iustifying faith, To proceed, what can be more firm to prove that the Reprobate cannot have the true, lively and justifying faith, pc-acp vvi, q-crq vmb vbi av-dc j pc-acp vvi cst dt n-jn vmbx vhi dt j, j cc vvg n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 89
1107 then that which Saint Paul hath written? Where this ground is first to bee laide, that whosoeuer he is that hath the true iustifying faith, he hath the spirite of sanctification, the spirite of adoption: then that which Saint Paul hath written? Where this ground is First to be laid, that whosoever he is that hath the true justifying faith, he hath the Spirit of sanctification, the Spirit of adoption: av cst r-crq n1 np1 vhz vvn? c-crq d n1 vbz ord pc-acp vbi vvn, cst r-crq pns31 vbz cst vhz dt j vvg n1, pns31 vhz dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 90
1108 for thus the Apostle conioyneth them: for thus the Apostle conjoineth them: c-acp av dt n1 vvz pno32: (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 90
1109 wherein also after that yee beleeued, yee were sealed with the holy spirit of promise, which is the earnest of our inheritance, wherein also After that ye believed, ye were sealed with the holy Spirit of promise, which is the earnest of our inheritance, c-crq av c-acp cst pn22 vvd, pn22 vbdr vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 90
1110 vnto the redemption of the purchased possession, vnto the praise of his glorie: Ephes. 1. ver. 13.14. unto the redemption of the purchased possession, unto the praise of his glory: Ephesians 1. ver. 13.14. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: np1 crd fw-la. crd. (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 90
1111 Is there any so absurd as to hold that a man is a liuely member of Iesus Christ (as euery one is that hath the liuelie iustifying faith) and yet hath not that holy spirite of promise, that spirite of adoption, that seale, Is there any so absurd as to hold that a man is a lively member of Iesus christ (as every one is that hath the lively justifying faith) and yet hath not that holy Spirit of promise, that Spirit of adoption, that seal, vbz pc-acp d av j c-acp pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1 (c-acp d pi vbz d vhz dt j vvg n1) cc av vhz xx d j n1 pp-f n1, cst n1 pp-f n1, cst n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 90
1112 and that pledge? If they will say that the faith which the reprobate doe attaine vnto is without this spirite of adoption, and that pledge? If they will say that the faith which the Reprobate do attain unto is without this Spirit of adoption, cc d n1? cs pns32 vmb vvi cst dt n1 r-crq dt j-jn vdb vvi p-acp vbz p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 90
1113 or without this seale or pledge: or without this seal or pledge: cc p-acp d n1 cc n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 90
1114 then doe wee holde with them, and then doth it follow, that the faith of the reprobate is not the true iustifying and sanctifying saith which purgeth the heart, Act. 15. But if they shall say that the reprobate are for a time partakers of the spirit of sanctification, then do we hold with them, and then does it follow, that the faith of the Reprobate is not the true justifying and sanctifying Says which Purgeth the heart, Act. 15. But if they shall say that the Reprobate Are for a time partakers of the Spirit of sanctification, av vdb pns12 vvb p-acp pno32, cc av vdz pn31 vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn vbz xx dt j vvg cc vvg vvz r-crq vvz dt n1, n1 crd p-acp cs pns32 vmb vvi cst dt j-jn vbr p-acp dt n1 n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 90
1115 euen of that spirit of adoption: even of that Spirit of adoption: av pp-f d n1 pp-f n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 90
1116 then will there diuers right wicked consequences follow, which are to be banished far frō christian religiō. then will there diverse right wicked consequences follow, which Are to be banished Far from christian Religion. av vmb a-acp j j-jn j n2 vvi, r-crq vbr pc-acp vbi vvn av-j p-acp njp n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 90
1117 For first touching the spirit of adoption, see what the Apostle saith; For First touching the Spirit of adoption, see what the Apostle Says; p-acp ord vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb r-crq dt n1 vvz; (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 90
1118 As manie as are led by the spirit of god, they are the sons of God. As many as Are led by the Spirit of god, they Are the Sons of God. c-acp d c-acp vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f np1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 90
1119 For ye haue not receiued the spirit of bōdage again to fear; but ye haue receiued the spirit of Adoption, whereby we crie Abba, Father. For you have not received the Spirit of bondage again to Fear; but you have received the Spirit of Adoption, whereby we cry Abba, Father. p-acp pn22 vhb xx vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 av pc-acp vvi; cc-acp pn22 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns12 vvb np1, n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 90
1120 That same spirite beareth witnesse vnto our spirit that we are the sonnes of God. That same Spirit bears witness unto our Spirit that we Are the Sons of God. cst d n1 vvz n1 p-acp po12 n1 cst pns12 vbr dt n2 pp-f np1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 90
1121 Rom. 8.14, 15, 16. If anie of the reprobate be led by the spirit of God, Rom. 8.14, 15, 16. If any of the Reprobate be led by the Spirit of God, np1 crd, crd, crd cs d pp-f dt j-jn vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 90
1122 or be at anie time sanctified, then hath not S. Paule here said true, that as manie as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sonnes of God. or be At any time sanctified, then hath not S. Paul Here said true, that as many as Are led by the Spirit of God, they Are the Sons of God. cc vbb p-acp d n1 vvn, av vhz xx n1 np1 av vvd j, cst p-acp d c-acp vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f np1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 91
1123 Some of the reprobate indeed doe taste of the heauenly power, but they are not led with the spirit of God: some of the Reprobate indeed do taste of the heavenly power, but they Are not led with the Spirit of God: d pp-f dt n-jn av vdb vvi pp-f dt j n1, cc-acp pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 91
1124 they be not sanctified, they walke not after the spirit. they be not sanctified, they walk not After the Spirit. pns32 vbb xx vvn, pns32 vvb xx p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 91
1125 Moreouer, the spirit of adoption, the sanctifying spirit which is in al that haue the true, liuely and iustifying faith, beareth witnes with and to the spirit of the beleeuers, that they be the children of God. Moreover, the Spirit of adoption, the sanctifying Spirit which is in all that have the true, lively and justifying faith, bears witness with and to the Spirit of the believers, that they be the children of God. av, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt j-vvg n1 r-crq vbz p-acp d cst vhb dt j, j cc vvg n1, vvz n1 p-acp cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cst pns32 vbb dt n2 pp-f np1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 91
1126 This is the liuely faith when a man beleeueth that the Lorde God is his father, This is the lively faith when a man Believeth that the Lord God is his father, d vbz dt j n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz cst dt n1 np1 vbz po31 n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 91
1127 and that he is the sonne of God. and that he is the son of God. cc cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 91
1128 And this faith is not separated from the spirit of adoption, for it is vpon his testimonie that they do beleeue, And this faith is not separated from the Spirit of adoption, for it is upon his testimony that they do believe, cc d n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1 cst pns32 vdb vvi, (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 91
1129 and by him they crie Abba, Father. and by him they cry Abba, Father. cc p-acp pno31 pns32 vvb np1, n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 91
1130 Is not this spirit a true spirit? and is not his witnes most firme and true? If it be as those men say, that the reprobate are partakers of the spirit of adoption, Is not this Spirit a true Spirit? and is not his witness most firm and true? If it be as those men say, that the Reprobate Are partakers of the Spirit of adoption, vbz xx d n1 dt j n1? cc vbz xx po31 n1 av-ds j cc j? cs pn31 vbb p-acp d n2 vvb, cst dt j-jn vbr n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 91
1131 then is not his testimonie firme and true. then is not his testimony firm and true. av vbz xx po31 n1 j cc j. (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 91
1132 For then that spirit of adoption teacheth some man to call God Father, and witnesseth to his spirit that he is the sonne of God, For then that Spirit of adoption Teaches Some man to call God Father, and Witnesseth to his Spirit that he is the son of God, p-acp av d n1 pp-f n1 vvz d n1 pc-acp vvi np1 n1, cc vvz p-acp po31 n1 cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 91
1133 when as he is the childe of the diuell: when as he is the child of the Devil: c-crq c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 91
1134 for hauing that faith, and that testimonie of the spirit in him to day, to morrow he doth by their saying, vtterly and finally lose that faith and that spirit. for having that faith, and that testimony of the Spirit in him to day, to morrow he does by their saying, utterly and finally loose that faith and that Spirit. c-acp vhg d n1, cc d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 pns31 vdz p-acp po32 n-vvg, av-j cc av-j vvi d n1 cc d n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 91
1135 What an opinion is this to say that a man hath the true faith, that is to say, beleeueth by the testimony of the holy Ghost, that God is his father, What an opinion is this to say that a man hath the true faith, that is to say, Believeth by the testimony of the holy Ghost, that God is his father, q-crq dt n1 vbz d pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 vhz dt j n1, cst vbz pc-acp vvi, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cst np1 vbz po31 n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 91
1136 and yet he is indeed the child of the diuell? And moreouer, doth not the Apostle say, that after they beleeued they were sealed with the holie spirit of promise? This is more then the bare testimonie of the spirit, and yet he is indeed the child of the Devil? And moreover, does not the Apostle say, that After they believed they were sealed with the holy Spirit of promise? This is more then the bore testimony of the Spirit, cc av pns31 vbz av dt n1 pp-f dt n1? cc av, vdz xx dt n1 vvb, cst c-acp pns32 vvd pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1? d vbz av-dc cs dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 92
1137 if I may so speake, that hee sealeth. if I may so speak, that he Sealeth. cs pns11 vmb av vvi, cst pns31 vvz. (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 92
1138 Can this seale be disanulled or broken, or made frustrate? Is this seale vntrue? If it bee euer set vpon the reprobate, it is deceiueable. If their opinion be true: Can this seal be Disannulled or broken, or made frustrate? Is this seal untrue? If it be ever Set upon the Reprobate, it is deceivable. If their opinion be true: vmb d vvi vbi vvd cc vvn, cc vvd vvi? vbz d n1 j? cs pn31 vbb av vvn p-acp dt n-jn, pn31 vbz j. cs po32 n1 vbb j: (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 92
1139 no man can then say thus, God hath sealed me with his spirit, therfore I doe belong to God: no man can then say thus, God hath sealed me with his Spirit, Therefore I do belong to God: dx n1 vmb av vvi av, np1 vhz vvn pno11 p-acp po31 n1, av pns11 vdb vvi p-acp np1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 92
1140 For a reprobate hath that seale, and it faileth him: For a Reprobate hath that seal, and it Faileth him: c-acp dt n-jn vhz d n1, cc pn31 vvz pno31: (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 92
1141 then who can say that it is a seale, which is true and infallible? Saint Iohn shewing vpon what testimonies faith in Christ is grounded: then who can say that it is a seal, which is true and infallible? Saint John showing upon what testimonies faith in christ is grounded: av q-crq vmb vvi cst pn31 vbz dt n1, r-crq vbz j cc j? n1 np1 vvg p-acp r-crq n2 n1 p-acp np1 vbz vvn: (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 92
1142 saith, There be three that bear record in heauen, the Father, the Word, and the holie Spirit, and these three are one. Says, There be three that bear record in heaven, the Father, the Word, and the holy Spirit, and these three Are one. vvz, pc-acp vbi crd cst n1 n1 p-acp n1, dt n1, dt n1, cc dt j n1, cc d crd vbr crd. (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 92
1143 And there bee three that bear record in earth, the spirit, & water & blood, and these three agree in one. And there be three that bear record in earth, the Spirit, & water & blood, and these three agree in one. cc pc-acp vbi crd cst n1 n1 p-acp n1, dt n1, cc n1 cc n1, cc d crd vvb p-acp pi. (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 92
1144 If we receiue the testimony of men, the testimonie of God is greater: If we receive the testimony of men, the testimony of God is greater: cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz jc: (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 92
1145 For this is the witnes which hee testifieth of his sonne, Hee that beleeueth in the sonne of God, hath the witnesse in himselfe. 1. Ioh. 5. vers. 7.8.9.10. For this is the witness which he Testifieth of his son, He that Believeth in the son of God, hath the witness in himself. 1. John 5. vers. 7.8.9.10. c-acp d vbz dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz pp-f po31 n1, pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vhz dt n1 p-acp px31. crd np1 crd fw-la. crd. (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 92
1146 Why are all these witnesses but to giue asrance of faith? And if these witnesses doe testifie vnto a man that he is the childe of God and shall be saued (for euery one that hath the true & liuelie faith, hath it vpon the testimony of all these witnesses) and yet hee is a reprobate: Why Are all these Witnesses but to give asrance of faith? And if these Witnesses do testify unto a man that he is the child of God and shall be saved (for every one that hath the true & lively faith, hath it upon the testimony of all these Witnesses) and yet he is a Reprobate: q-crq vbr d d n2 p-acp pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n1? cc cs d n2 vdb vvi p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 cc vmb vbi vvn (c-acp d pi cst vhz dt j cc j n1, vhz pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d n2) cc av pns31 vbz dt n-jn: (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 92
1147 then is not the witnesse of God greater then the witnesse of men. then is not the witness of God greater then the witness of men. av vbz xx dt n1 pp-f np1 jc cs dt n1 pp-f n2. (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 92
1148 Then also to what end should he mention all these foresaid witnesses? They giue an absolute testimonie that euery one that beleeueth hath life euerlasting. Then also to what end should he mention all these foresaid Witnesses? They give an absolute testimony that every one that Believeth hath life everlasting. av av p-acp r-crq n1 vmd pns31 vvi d d j-vvn n2? pns32 vvb dt j n1 cst d pi cst vvz vhz n1 j. (7) sermon (DIV2) 52 Page 92
1149 By these places it is manifest that the reprobate cannot be partakers of the sanctifying faith, they be not led at any time by the spirit of adoption, they be not sealed vp with the holy spirit of promise, they haue not the witnesse of God within them: By these places it is manifest that the Reprobate cannot be partakers of the sanctifying faith, they be not led At any time by the Spirit of adoption, they be not sealed up with the holy Spirit of promise, they have not the witness of God within them: p-acp d n2 pn31 vbz j cst dt n-jn vmbx vbi n2 pp-f dt j-vvg n1, pns32 vbb xx vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vbb xx vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vhb xx dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32: (7) sermon (DIV2) 53 Page 93
1150 whosoeuer therefore hath these thinges, let him be assured he shall neuer perish; but if he be sanctified, he is iustified, hee shall bee glorified. whosoever Therefore hath these things, let him be assured he shall never perish; but if he be sanctified, he is justified, he shall be glorified. r-crq av vhz d n2, vvb pno31 vbi vvn pns31 vmb av-x vvi; cc-acp cs pns31 vbb vvn, pns31 vbz vvn, pns31 vmb vbi vvn. (7) sermon (DIV2) 53 Page 93
1151 Rom. 8. ver. 32. And this is it which the holie Scripture in many places proclameth, that whosoeuer beleeueth in the sonne of God, he shal neuer be confounded. Rom. 8. ver. 32. And this is it which the holy Scripture in many places proclaimeth, that whosoever Believeth in the son of God, he shall never be confounded. np1 crd fw-la. crd cc d vbz pn31 r-crq dt j n1 p-acp d n2 vvz, cst r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vmb av-x vbi vvn. (7) sermon (DIV2) 53 Page 93
1152 But what if the reprobate neuer haue the true faith, nor the spirit of adoption? yet doe not the elect so fall and sinne sometimes, that there is no sparke of true faith left in them for the time? This is the great cunning of the diuell to roote vp as it were the stablenesse and foundation of the truth. But what if the Reprobate never have the true faith, nor the Spirit of adoption? yet do not the elect so fallen and sin sometime, that there is no spark of true faith left in them for the time? This is the great cunning of the Devil to root up as it were the stableness and Foundation of the truth. cc-acp q-crq cs dt n-jn av vhb dt j n1, ccx dt n1 pp-f n1? av vdb xx dt j av vvi cc n1 av, cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f j n1 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1? d vbz dt j n-jn pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 93
1153 But the word of God meeteth with it, and teacheth, that whosoeuer is regenerate and borne of God in the new & spirituall birth, But the word of God meeteth with it, and Teaches, that whosoever is regenerate and born of God in the new & spiritual birth, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp pn31, cc vvz, cst r-crq vbz vvn cc vvn pp-f np1 p-acp dt j cc j n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 93
1154 as euery one is that hath the liuely faith, seeing whosoeuer is in Christ, he is a new creature: as every one is that hath the lively faith, seeing whosoever is in christ, he is a new creature: c-acp d pi vbz d vhz dt j n1, vvg r-crq vbz p-acp np1, pns31 vbz dt j n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 93
1155 the same man cannot so fall that this new birth should be extinguished in him. the same man cannot so fallen that this new birth should be extinguished in him. dt d n1 vmbx av vvi cst d j n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno31. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 93
1156 For this wee haue the testimonie vttered by Saint Iohn, in these words, Whosoeuer is born of god sinneth not, For this we have the testimony uttered by Saint John, in these words, Whosoever is born of god Sinneth not, p-acp d pns12 vhb dt n1 vvn p-acp n1 np1, p-acp d n2, r-crq vbz vvn pp-f n1 vvz xx, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 93
1157 for his seed remaineth in him, neither can he sinne, because hee is borne of God. 1. Ioh. 3. ver. 9. Also, we know that whosoeuer is borne of God sinneth not, for his seed remains in him, neither can he sin, Because he is born of God. 1. John 3. ver. 9. Also, we know that whosoever is born of God Sinneth not, c-acp po31 n1 vvz p-acp pno31, dx vmb pns31 n1, c-acp pns31 vbz vvn pp-f np1. crd np1 crd fw-la. crd av, pns12 vvb d r-crq vbz vvn pp-f np1 vvz xx, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 93
1158 but he that is begotten of God keepeth himselfe, and that wicked one doth not touch him. chap. 5. vers. 18. In the former of these two sayings, there be two members, but he that is begotten of God Keepeth himself, and that wicked one does not touch him. chap. 5. vers. 18. In the former of these two sayings, there be two members, cc-acp pns31 cst vbz vvn pp-f np1 vvz px31, cc cst j crd vdz xx vvi pno31. n1 crd fw-la. crd p-acp dt j pp-f d crd n2-vvg, pc-acp vbi crd n2, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 94
1159 and vnto either of them, there is annexed a reason to confirme the same. As whosoeuer is borne of God sinneth not: and unto either of them, there is annexed a reason to confirm the same. As whosoever is born of God Sinneth not: cc p-acp d pp-f pno32, pc-acp vbz vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt d. p-acp r-crq vbz vvn pp-f np1 vvz xx: (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 94
1160 for his seede (this is the reason) remaineth in him. And then the second member, Neither can hee sinne: for his seed (this is the reason) remains in him. And then the second member, Neither can he sin: c-acp po31 n1 (d vbz dt n1) vvz p-acp pno31. cc av dt ord n1, dx vmb pns31 n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 94
1161 the reason, because hee is borne of God. the reason, Because he is born of God. dt n1, c-acp pns31 vbz vvn pp-f np1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 94
1162 Now see if they doe not directlie gainsay the holie Ghost, which holde that a man regenerate may loose the faith, Now see if they do not directly gainsay the holy Ghost, which hold that a man regenerate may lose the faith, av vvb cs pns32 vdb xx av-j vvi dt j n1, r-crq vvb cst dt n1 vvn vmb vvi dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 94
1163 & be vtterly voide of the spirit of sanctification. For first, whereas S. Iohn saith, that whosoeuer is born of God, he sinneth not. & be utterly void of the Spirit of sanctification. For First, whereas S. John Says, that whosoever is born of God, he Sinneth not. cc vbi av-j j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. p-acp ord, cs n1 np1 vvz, cst r-crq vbz vvn pp-f np1, pns31 vvz xx. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 94
1164 They say, a man hath his faith vtterlie quenched, and is wholie depriued of the spirit of adoption. They say, a man hath his faith utterly quenched, and is wholly deprived of the Spirit of adoption. pns32 vvb, dt n1 vhz po31 n1 av-j vvn, cc vbz av-jn vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 94
1165 What sin then is it that he sinneth not? He that falleth in such sort as that he becommeth void of the true faith, What since then is it that he Sinneth not? He that falls in such sort as that he becomes void of the true faith, q-crq n1 av vbz pn31 cst pns31 vvz xx? pns31 cst vvz p-acp d n1 p-acp cst pns31 vvz j pp-f dt j n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 94
1166 and of the sanctifying grace of God, what is he other but as an infidell for the time, and of the sanctifying grace of God, what is he other but as an infidel for the time, cc pp-f dt j-vvg n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz pns31 j-jn p-acp c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 94
1167 and what sinne is it that he committeth not? Shall it be said of such a man, he sinneth not? It may be this poore cauill will be vsed, Hee that is borne of God sinneth not so long as he continueth in that estate, and what sin is it that he Committeth not? Shall it be said of such a man, he Sinneth not? It may be this poor cavil will be used, He that is born of God Sinneth not so long as he Continueth in that estate, cc r-crq n1 vbz pn31 cst pns31 vvz xx? vmb pn31 vbi vvn pp-f d dt n1, pns31 vvz xx? pn31 vmb vbi d j n1 vmb vbi vvn, pns31 cst vbz vvn pp-f np1 vvz xx av av-j c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp d n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 94
1168 so long as he continueth borne of God. so long as he Continueth born of God. av av-j c-acp pns31 vvz vvn pp-f np1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 94
1169 A vaine and most foolish speech, for if a man that is vnregenerate and borne of GOD through a true and liuelie faith, do so fal, it is sinne that casteth him downe, A vain and most foolish speech, for if a man that is unregenerate and born of GOD through a true and lively faith, do so fall, it is sin that Cast him down, dt j cc av-ds j n1, c-acp cs dt n1 cst vbz j cc vvn pp-f np1 p-acp dt j cc j n1, vdb av vvi, pn31 vbz n1 cst vvz pno31 a-acp, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 94
1170 then he doth sinne while he is in that state. For doth hee first cast away his faith, and the grace of the sanctifying spirit, then he does sin while he is in that state. For does he First cast away his faith, and the grace of the sanctifying Spirit, cs pns31 vdz vvi cs pns31 vbz p-acp d n1. p-acp vdz pns31 ord vvd av po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 94
1171 and then commit sinne, and not before? What greater sinne then the falling from the faith, and then commit sin, and not before? What greater sin then the falling from the faith, cc av vvb n1, cc xx a-acp? q-crq jc n1 cs dt vvg p-acp dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 94
1172 and casting forth vtterlie the grace of sanctification? But see how Saint Iohn meeteth with all cauilles, in the reason which he annexeth to confirme that first member. and casting forth utterly the grace of sanctification? But see how Saint John meeteth with all cauilles, in the reason which he annexeth to confirm that First member. cc vvg av av-j dt n1 pp-f n1? cc-acp vvb c-crq n1 np1 vvz p-acp d n2, p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi cst ord n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 95
1173 Why doth not any one that is borne of God, sinne? For (saith hee) his seede remaineth in him. Why does not any one that is born of God, sin? For (Says he) his seed remains in him. q-crq vdz xx d pi cst vbz vvn pp-f np1, n1? p-acp (vvz pns31) po31 n1 vvz p-acp pno31. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 95
1174 What is the seed of God which remaineth in all that are borne of God? The word of God is called the incorruptible seed by which God doth beget his children, 1 Pet. 1.23. That word is but an instrument, the holie Ghost is the worker of the new birth: What is the seed of God which remains in all that Are born of God? The word of God is called the incorruptible seed by which God does beget his children, 1 Pet. 1.23. That word is but an Instrument, the holy Ghost is the worker of the new birth: q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz p-acp d cst vbr vvn pp-f np1? dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn dt j n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vdz vvi po31 n2, crd np1 crd. cst n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 95
1175 and therfore our Sauiour teacheth, except a man bee borne againe of water and of the spirit, hee cannot enter into the kingdome of God. and Therefore our Saviour Teaches, except a man be born again of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the Kingdom of God. cc av po12 n1 vvz, c-acp dt n1 vbi vvn av pp-f n1 cc pp-f dt n1, pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 95
1176 Ioh. 3. vers. 5. The seed of God then is the graces of the sanctifying spirit, & the liuely word. John 3. vers. 5. The seed of God then is the graces of the sanctifying Spirit, & the lively word. np1 crd fw-la. crd dt n1 pp-f np1 av vbz dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvg n1, cc dt j n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 95
1177 Those men that say, a man may lose his faith, and the spirit of sanctification, doe in flat speech contrarie that which the holie Apostle heere speaketh. Those men that say, a man may loose his faith, and the Spirit of sanctification, do in flat speech contrary that which the holy Apostle Here speaks. d n2 cst vvb, dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, vdb p-acp j n1 j-jn cst r-crq dt j n1 av vvz. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 95
1178 The seed of God (saith Saint Iohn) remaineth in all those which are borne of God, The seed of God (Says Saint John) remains in all those which Are born of God, dt n1 pp-f np1 (vvz np1 np1) vvz p-acp d d r-crq vbr vvn pp-f np1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 95
1179 and therfore they doe not sinne, that is to say, they do not sinne that deadly sinne of falling from God, and Therefore they do not sin, that is to say, they do not sin that deadly sin of falling from God, cc av pns32 vdb xx n1, cst vbz pc-acp vvi, pns32 vdb xx n1 cst j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp np1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 95
1180 or of being separated from Christ: which is not true if their saying bee true: for there remaineth no seed of God in those that doe wholy lose their faith, or of being separated from christ: which is not true if their saying be true: for there remains no seed of God in those that do wholly loose their faith, cc pp-f vbg vvn p-acp np1: r-crq vbz xx j cs po32 n1 vbb j: c-acp pc-acp vvz dx n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d cst vdb av-jn vvi po32 n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 95
1181 and in whome the sanctifying graces are vtterly extinguished. and in whom the sanctifying graces Are utterly extinguished. cc p-acp ro-crq dt j-vvg n2 vbr av-j vvn. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 95
1182 It may be they wil here again adde their vaine cauill, that the seed of God remaineth in them so long as they bee borne of God, It may be they will Here again add their vain cavil, that the seed of God remains in them so long as they be born of God, pn31 vmb vbi pns32 vmb av av vvi po32 j n1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp pno32 av av-j c-acp pns32 vbb vvn pp-f np1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 95
1183 and hold the faith, and stand in grace. and hold the faith, and stand in grace. cc vvb dt n1, cc vvb p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 95
1184 As if Saint Iohn should say thus, the seede of God remaineth in them, so long as the seede of God remaineth in them. As if Saint John should say thus, the seed of God remains in them, so long as the seed of God remains in them. p-acp cs n1 np1 vmd vvi av, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp pno32, av av-j c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp pno32. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 96
1185 Is not this a very wise speech to be ascribed to the holy ghost? He speaketh absolutely, that whosoeuer is borne of God, the seed of God euer after doth remaine in him: & therefore he sinneth not. Is not this a very wise speech to be ascribed to the holy ghost? He speaks absolutely, that whosoever is born of God, the seed of God ever After does remain in him: & Therefore he Sinneth not. vbz xx d dt j j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1? pns31 vvz av-j, cst r-crq vbz vvn pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 av a-acp vdz vvi p-acp pno31: cc av pns31 vvz xx. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 96
1186 Let them go with their ridiculous distinction, the seed of God remaineth in them, so long as it remaineth in them: Let them go with their ridiculous distinction, the seed of God remains in them, so long as it remains in them: vvb pno32 vvi p-acp po32 j n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp pno32, av av-j c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp pno32: (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 96
1187 for that speech they must be forced to vtter, vnlesse they will confesse, that when he saith his seede remaineth in them, we must take it remaineth in them for euer. for that speech they must be forced to utter, unless they will confess, that when he Says his seed remains in them, we must take it remains in them for ever. c-acp cst n1 pns32 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, cs pns32 vmb vvi, cst c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 vvz p-acp pno32, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp av. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 96
1188 If the seede of God remaine for euer in the regenerate, then doth faith and the sanctifiing spirit remaine in them for euer. If the seed of God remain for ever in the regenerate, then does faith and the sanctifying Spirit remain in them for ever. cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp av p-acp dt j-vvn, av vdz n1 cc dt j-vvg n1 vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp av. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 96
1189 For will they separate these? But to put all out of doubt, and to minister sound comfort, For will they separate these? But to put all out of doubt, and to minister found Comfort, p-acp n1 pns32 vvi d? p-acp pc-acp vvi d av pp-f n1, cc pc-acp vvi j n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 96
1190 or (as the holy ghost speaketh) strong consolation to all that haue the true and liuely faith, or (as the holy ghost speaks) strong consolation to all that have the true and lively faith, cc (c-acp dt j n1 vvz) j n1 p-acp d cst vhb dt j cc j n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 96
1191 euen to let them knowe indeed, and vnderstand for certainty, that they can not perish, that they cannot be ouercome by Satan in the battel: even to let them know indeed, and understand for certainty, that they can not perish, that they cannot be overcome by Satan in the battle: av-j pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi av, cc vvi p-acp n1, cst pns32 vmb xx vvi, cst pns32 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 96
1192 he addeth, Neither can he sinne: confirming it with this reason, because he is born of God. he adds, Neither can he sin: confirming it with this reason, Because he is born of God. pns31 vvz, dx vmb pns31 n1: vvg pn31 p-acp d n1, c-acp pns31 vbz vvn pp-f np1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 96
1193 What can they say vnto this? How will they auoide this? Will they say that Saint Iohn meant heere some other matter? Is it not clearer then the Sunne, that the regenerate cannot wholy bee depriued of faith, What can they say unto this? How will they avoid this? Will they say that Saint John meant Here Some other matter? Is it not clearer then the Sun, that the regenerate cannot wholly be deprived of faith, q-crq vmb pns32 vvi p-acp d? q-crq vmb pns32 vvi d? n1 pns32 vvb cst n1 np1 vvd av d j-jn n1? vbz pn31 xx jc cs dt n1, cst dt j-vvn vmbx av-jn vbi vvn pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 96
1194 nor of the spirit of sanctification, when he saith, they can not sinne? Can they wholie loose their faith and all the sanctifying grace, nor of the Spirit of sanctification, when he Says, they can not sin? Can they wholly lose their faith and all the sanctifying grace, ccx pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns31 vvz, pns32 vmb xx n1? vmb pns32 av-jn vvi po32 n1 cc d dt j-vvg n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 96
1195 and yet can they not sin? O how happie and blessed is the state and condition of that man which hath attained to the true & liuelie faith, who hath the spirit of sanctification, by which hee is led, and yet can they not since? O how happy and blessed is the state and condition of that man which hath attained to the true & lively faith, who hath the Spirit of sanctification, by which he is led, cc av vmb pns32 xx n1? sy q-crq j cc j-vvn vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f cst n1 r-crq vhz vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1, r-crq vhz dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 97
1196 euen the spirit of adoption that beareth witnesse with his spirit that he is the child of God, seeing he may be tempted, even the Spirit of adoption that bears witness with his Spirit that he is the child of God, seeing he may be tempted, av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1 cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg pns31 vmb vbi vvn, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 97
1197 and sundrie times be led awrie into some sinnes, but it is vnpossible that he shuld fall from God? And what is the reason by which he prooueth that hee cannot so fall: and sundry times be led awry into Some Sins, but it is unpossible that he should fallen from God? And what is the reason by which he proveth that he cannot so fallen: cc j n2 vbb vvn av p-acp d n2, cc-acp pn31 vbz j-u cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp np1? cc q-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz cst pns31 vmbx av vvi: (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 97
1198 Because (saith he) he is borne of God. Consider where the force of this reason lieth. Because (Says he) he is born of God. Consider where the force of this reason lies. c-acp (vvz pns31) pns31 vbz vvn pp-f np1. np1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvz. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 97
1199 Men are mortall, their seede is corruptible, and that which is borne of man is corruptible and mortall. Men Are Mortal, their seed is corruptible, and that which is born of man is corruptible and Mortal. n2 vbr j-jn, po32 n1 vbz j, cc cst r-crq vbz vvn pp-f n1 vbz j cc j-jn. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 97
1200 God is incorruptible and immortall, and so the seede of God is called incorruptible seed and immortal: God is incorruptible and immortal, and so the seed of God is called incorruptible seed and immortal: np1 vbz j cc j, cc av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn j n1 cc j: (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 97
1201 whereupon it doth follow that the birth which is of God is incorruptible and immortall. Where the life of God is, it cannot bee be extinguished. whereupon it does follow that the birth which is of God is incorruptible and immortal. Where the life of God is, it cannot be be extinguished. c-crq pn31 vdz vvi cst dt n1 r-crq vbz pp-f np1 vbz j cc j. c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz, pn31 vmbx vbi vbi vvn. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 97
1202 Thinke it not strange then that Saint Iohn saith, he cannot sinne, because he is borne of God. Think it not strange then that Saint John Says, he cannot sin, Because he is born of God. vvb pn31 xx j av d n1 np1 vvz, pns31 vmbx vvi, c-acp pns31 vbz vvn pp-f np1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 97
1203 Except they will denie the manifest and cleare testimonies of the word of God: Except they will deny the manifest and clear testimonies of the word of God: c-acp pns32 vmb vvi dt j cc j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 97
1204 except they will affirme that the seed of God is corruptible and so decayeth, and doth not abide in those that are begotten of God: except they will affirm that the seed of God is corruptible and so decayeth, and does not abide in those that Are begotten of God: c-acp pns32 vmb vvi d dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j cc av vvz, cc vdz xx vvi p-acp d cst vbr vvn pp-f np1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 97
1205 except they will also make the testimonie of the spirit of adoption deceiueable & false: except they will also make the testimony of the Spirit of adoption deceivable & false: c-acp pns32 vmb av vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 j cc j: (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 97
1206 finally, except they will make the seale of God and the pledge which he giueth, of none effect, denying that men are to make their calling and election sure, finally, except they will make the seal of God and the pledge which he gives, of none Effect, denying that men Are to make their calling and election sure, av-j, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz, pp-f pi n1, vvg d n2 vbr pc-acp vvi po32 n-vvg cc n1 j, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 97
1207 and so to haue strong consolation. and so to have strong consolation. cc av pc-acp vhi j n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 97
1208 Let them renounce this Popish errour, that the true and liuely faith, and the sanctifying spirit may be in the reprobate, Let them renounce this Popish error, that the true and lively faith, and the sanctifying Spirit may be in the Reprobate, vvb pno32 vvi d j n1, cst dt j cc j n1, cc dt j-vvg n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n-jn, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 98
1209 and that the same liuelie faith & quickening grace may be wholie put out for a time in the elect. and that the same lively faith & quickening grace may be wholly put out for a time in the elect. cc cst dt d j n1 cc j-vvg n1 vmb vbi av-jn vvn av p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvn. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 98
1210 It may bee demanded that seeing the word of God is so euidēt, that men are to resist the diuel stedfast in the faith, It may be demanded that seeing the word of God is so evident, that men Are to resist the Devil steadfast in the faith, pn31 vmb vbi vvn cst vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av j, cst n2 vbr pc-acp vvi dt n1 j p-acp dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 98
1211 as being fully assured that he which hath once attained the liuely faith can neuer be ouercome nor perish: as being Fully assured that he which hath once attained the lively faith can never be overcome nor perish: c-acp vbg av-j vvn cst pns31 r-crq vhz a-acp vvn dt j n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn ccx vvi: (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 98
1212 what shuld be ye cause that some do hold that true faith & the spirit of adoption may be had & lost again? What should cast them vpon such rocks, what should be the cause that Some do hold that true faith & the Spirit of adoption may be had & lost again? What should cast them upon such Rocks, q-crq vmd vbi dt n1 cst d vdb vvi d j n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vhd cc vvn av? q-crq vmd vvi pno32 p-acp d n2, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 98
1213 or driue them into such absurdities? Surely they be driuen into these while they do (as they suppose) eschue more dāgerous rocks & greater absurdities. or driven them into such absurdities? Surely they be driven into these while they do (as they suppose) eschew more dangerous Rocks & greater absurdities. cc vvi pno32 p-acp d n2? av-j pns32 vbb vvn p-acp d n1 pns32 vdb (c-acp pns32 vvb) vvi av-dc j n2 cc jc n2. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 98
1214 They would haue it to be somwhat in mans own wil & power to receiue faith & the whole work of regeneratiō. They would have it to be somewhat in men own will & power to receive faith & the Whole work of regeneration. pns32 vmd vhi pn31 pc-acp vbi av p-acp ng1 d vmb cc n1 pc-acp vvi n1 cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 98
1215 They wold haue it be in the power & wil of man to retain the same faith & sanctifying spirit, & to lose thē. They would have it be in the power & will of man to retain the same faith & sanctifying Spirit, & to loose them. pns32 vmd vhi pn31 vbi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt d n1 cc j-vvg n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno32. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 98
1216 Why are they of that mind? Is it because they enuy, that god shuld haue the whole praise & glory of mans saluatiō, Why Are they of that mind? Is it Because they envy, that god should have the Whole praise & glory of men salvation, q-crq vbr pns32 pp-f d n1? vbz pn31 c-acp pns32 vvb, cst n1 vmd vhi dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f ng1 n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 98
1217 as man being not able to doe any thing, the grace is wholy of God? We cannot say so. as man being not able to do any thing, the grace is wholly of God? We cannot say so. c-acp n1 vbg xx j pc-acp vdi d n1, dt n1 vbz av-jn pp-f np1? pns12 vmbx vvi av. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 98
1218 But it is another thing that driueth them hereunto: But it is Another thing that Driveth them hereunto: p-acp pn31 vbz j-jn n1 cst vvz pno32 av: (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 98
1219 & that is this they take it that vnles it be in mans wil & power to receiue and to retain faith, it wil follow from an higher cause, & that is this: & that is this they take it that unless it be in men will & power to receive and to retain faith, it will follow from an higher cause, & that is this: cc cst vbz d pns32 vvb pn31 cst cs pn31 vbb p-acp ng1 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi n1, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt jc n1, cc d vbz d: (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 98
1220 namely that such as God hath chosen vnto life, to those he giueth faith & worketh in thē by his spirit the new birth. namely that such as God hath chosen unto life, to those he gives faith & works in them by his Spirit the new birth. av cst d c-acp np1 vhz vvn p-acp n1, p-acp d pns31 vvz n1 cc vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1 dt j n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 98
1221 Then the other sort (if there be no power in mā) cānot attain to the faith & regeneratiō, they be before ordained vnto eternal destruction. Then the other sort (if there be no power in man) cannot attain to the faith & regeneration, they be before ordained unto Eternal destruction. av dt j-jn n1 (cs pc-acp vbb dx n1 p-acp n1) vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1, pns32 vbb a-acp vvn p-acp j n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 98
1222 Thē wil it follow that there is predestinatiō, euē an eternal decree of God, by which he hath chosen and ordained some to life euerlasting, Them will it follow that there is predestination, even an Eternal Decree of God, by which he hath chosen and ordained Some to life everlasting, av vmb pn31 vvi cst pc-acp vbz n1, av dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vvn cc vvn d p-acp n1 j, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 99
1223 and appointed others to eternall destruction. This doctrine they say chargeth God with iniustice & with crueltie. and appointed Others to Eternal destruction. This Doctrine they say charges God with injustice & with cruelty. cc vvn n2-jn p-acp j n1. d n1 pns32 vvb vvz np1 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 99
1224 For what is more cruell then of purpose to create and make any of his workes or creatures to be condemned vnto eternall torments? Where is then (say they) the infinit mercie, iustice and goodnesse of God? To charge the Lorde God with any crueltie or iniustice, is most wicked, blasphemous and abominable. For what is more cruel then of purpose to create and make any of his works or creatures to be condemned unto Eternal torments? Where is then (say they) the infinite mercy, Justice and Goodness of God? To charge the Lord God with any cruelty or injustice, is most wicked, blasphemous and abominable. p-acp r-crq vbz av-dc j cs pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi d pp-f po31 n2 cc n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n2? q-crq vbz av (vvb pns32) dt j n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f np1? p-acp n1 dt n1 np1 p-acp d n1 cc n1, vbz av-ds j, j cc j. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 99
1225 And therefore they hold this the most safe course for the defence of the iustice and mercy of God, where the word of God speaketh of election, to take it thus, that GOD hath chosen vnto life eternall all those whome he did foresee would receiue the faith, walke in obedience and continue to the end, And Therefore they hold this the most safe course for the defence of the Justice and mercy of God, where the word of God speaks of election, to take it thus, that GOD hath chosen unto life Eternal all those whom he did foresee would receive the faith, walk in Obedience and continue to the end, cc av pns32 vvb d dt av-ds j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 av, cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp n1 j d d r-crq pns31 vdd vvi vmd vvi dt n1, vvb p-acp n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 99
1226 and so their faith, good works and perseuerance which God foresaw, is the cause that mooued the Lord to choose them. and so their faith, good works and perseverance which God foresaw, is the cause that moved the Lord to choose them. cc av po32 n1, j n2 cc n1 r-crq np1 vvd, vbz dt n1 cst vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 99
1227 On the other side, that he hath not reprobate any, but hee hath foreseene that they either woulde not receiue the faith at al, On the other side, that he hath not Reprobate any, but he hath foreseen that they either would not receive the faith At all, p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst pns31 vhz xx j-jn d, cc-acp pns31 vhz vvn cst pns32 d vmd xx vvi dt n1 p-acp d, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 99
1228 or els after they haue receiued it, of their owne wickednes fall from it vtterly and finally, or Else After they have received it, of their own wickedness fallen from it utterly and finally, cc av c-acp pns32 vhb vvn pn31, pp-f po32 d n1 vvi p-acp pn31 av-j cc av-j, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 99
1229 and so he hath before ordained them in his foreknowledge vnto damnation. This they say standeth with reason, the other they hold to be repugnant to reason. and so he hath before ordained them in his foreknowledge unto damnation. This they say Stands with reason, the other they hold to be repugnant to reason. cc av pns31 vhz p-acp vvn pno32 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1. d pns32 vvb vvz p-acp n1, dt n-jn pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 99
1230 What shall we say to this? shall wee heere enter for to discourse at large by the scriptures touching election and reprobation? I haue no such purpose. What shall we say to this? shall we Here enter for to discourse At large by the Scriptures touching election and reprobation? I have no such purpose. q-crq vmb pns12 vvi p-acp d? vmb pns12 av vvi p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp j p-acp dt n2 vvg n1 cc n1? pns11 vhb dx d n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 99
1231 But only so farre as agreeeth with our present matter, namely to make it appeare, that the stedfastnesse of our faith, But only so Far as agreeth with our present matter, namely to make it appear, that the steadfastness of our faith, p-acp av-j av av-j c-acp vvz p-acp po12 j n1, av pc-acp vvi pn31 vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 100
1232 and the full assurance of our saluation, dependeth vpon the knowledge of our election. and the full assurance of our salvation, dependeth upon the knowledge of our election. cc dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 100
1233 As namely, if wee finde in vs the true and liuely faith, which goeth with the spirit of sanctification, wee may then rise vp to that high cause, As namely, if we find in us the true and lively faith, which Goes with the Spirit of sanctification, we may then rise up to that high cause, p-acp av, cs pns12 vvb p-acp pno12 dt j cc j n1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vmb av vvi a-acp p-acp d j n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 100
1234 and be assured that the Lord hath in that his eternall and vnchangeable decree chosen vs in Christ to be his children, so that wee cannot perish. and be assured that the Lord hath in that his Eternal and unchangeable Decree chosen us in christ to be his children, so that we cannot perish. cc vbi vvn cst dt n1 vhz p-acp d po31 j cc j-u n1 vvn pno12 p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi po31 n2, av cst pns12 vmbx vvi. (7) sermon (DIV2) 54 Page 100
1235 To come then to an answere to those men: To come then to an answer to those men: pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2: (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 100
1236 Is not this a strange thing, that they will comprehend by reason how God could decree the choise or election of some of his creatures vnto life, Is not this a strange thing, that they will comprehend by reason how God could Decree the choice or election of Some of his creatures unto life, vbz xx d dt j n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1 c-crq np1 vmd vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d pp-f po31 n2 p-acp n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 100
1237 and the reprobation of others vnto eternall destruction for their sinnes, and yet not vniust? If wee alleage the sentence of the Apostle, But who art thou O man that pleadest with God? They aunswer that they doe not pleade with God, and the reprobation of Others unto Eternal destruction for their Sins, and yet not unjust? If we allege the sentence of the Apostle, But who art thou Oh man that pleadest with God? They answer that they do not plead with God, cc dt n1 pp-f n2-jn p-acp j n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc av xx j? cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp r-crq vb2r pns21 uh n1 cst vv2 p-acp np1? pns32 vvb cst pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp np1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 100
1238 but they stand for the defence of the iustice and mercie of God, least that shuld be imputed vnto him which is vniust and cruell. but they stand for the defence of the Justice and mercy of God, lest that should be imputed unto him which is unjust and cruel. cc-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cs d vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno31 r-crq vbz j cc j. (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 100
1239 No? Is not this to plead with God, or against God. No? Is not this to plead with God, or against God. uh-dx? vbz xx d pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 100
1240 when hee shall bee iust, hee shall be good, hee shall bee mercifull, no further than thy reason can comprehend? He must yeeld a reason vnto thy vnderstanding and capacitie, with what right or equitie he could doe so, when he shall be just, he shall be good, he shall be merciful, no further than thy reason can comprehend? He must yield a reason unto thy understanding and capacity, with what right or equity he could do so, c-crq pns31 vmb vbi j, pns31 vmb vbi j, pns31 vmb vbi j, av-dx av-jc cs po21 n1 vmb vvi? pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po21 n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq j-jn cc n1 pns31 vmd vdi av, (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 100
1241 or so, or els thou wilt reiect it? Is not this I say, to plead against God? Saint Paule after hee hath disputed of the reiecting of the Iewes, or so, or Else thou wilt reject it? Is not this I say, to plead against God? Saint Paul After he hath disputed of the rejecting of the Iewes, cc av, cc av pns21 vm2 vvi pn31? vbz xx d pns11 vvb, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1? n1 np1 c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pp-f dt vvg pp-f dt np2, (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 100
1242 and the calling in of the Gentiles, breaketh foorth into this exclamation: O the deepnesse of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God: and the calling in of the Gentiles, breaks forth into this exclamation: Oh the deepness of the riches both of the Wisdom and knowledge of God: cc dt n-vvg p-acp pp-f dt n2-j, vvz av p-acp d n1: uh dt n1 pp-f dt n2 d pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 100
1243 how vnsearchable are his iudgments and his wayes past finding out! how unsearchable Are his Judgments and his ways passed finding out! c-crq j vbr po31 n2 cc po31 n2 p-acp vvg av! (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 101
1244 Rom. 11. To this agreeth the Prophet in the Psalm, saying, Thy iudgments are as the great deep. Rom. 11. To this agreeth the Prophet in the Psalm, saying, Thy Judgments Are as the great deep. np1 crd p-acp d vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvg, po21 n2 vbr p-acp dt j j-jn. (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 101
1245 Let it be demanded, what iudgementes of God are those which be vnsearchable, or which bee as the great deep? Are they not those iudgmēts which he executeth vpon his creatures, Let it be demanded, what Judgments of God Are those which be unsearchable, or which bee as the great deep? are they not those Judgments which he Executeth upon his creatures, vvb pn31 vbi vvn, r-crq n2 pp-f np1 vbr d q-crq vbb j, cc r-crq n1 p-acp dt j j-jn? vbr pns32 xx d n2 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n2, (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 101
1246 and especially vpon his chief creatures, Angels and men? If these his iudgments be as the great deep, and especially upon his chief creatures, Angels and men? If these his Judgments be as the great deep, cc av-j p-acp po31 j-jn n2, n2 cc n2? cs d po31 n2 vbb p-acp dt j j-jn, (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 101
1247 euen vnsearcheable & incōprehensible both vnto men and Angels, then is it so in the highest matter, even unsearchable & incomprehensible both unto men and Angels, then is it so in the highest matter, av j cc j av-d p-acp n2 cc n2, av vbz pn31 av p-acp dt js n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 101
1248 namely that hee hath ordained by his eternall decree to bestow eternall life and glory vpon some, namely that he hath ordained by his Eternal Decree to bestow Eternal life and glory upon Some, av cst pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 j n1 pc-acp vvi j n1 cc n1 p-acp d, (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 101
1249 and to appoint other some vnto eternal ignominie & torments, which they shall endure iustly for their sinnes: and to appoint other Some unto Eternal ignominy & torments, which they shall endure justly for their Sins: cc pc-acp vvi j-jn d p-acp j n1 cc n2, r-crq pns32 vmb vvi av-j p-acp po32 n2: (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 101
1250 For if any iudgementes of God bee vnsearcheable, or any where, it is in predestination. For if any Judgments of God be unsearchable, or any where, it is in predestination. c-acp cs d n2 pp-f np1 vbb j, cc d c-crq, pn31 vbz p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 101
1251 It may bee rightlie said, that if the counsels, and wayes, and iudgements of God be not vnsearchable in that eternal decree; It may be rightly said, that if the Counsels, and ways, and Judgments of God be not unsearchable in that Eternal Decree; pn31 vmb vbi av-jn vvn, cst cs dt n2, cc n2, cc n2 pp-f np1 vbb xx j p-acp d j n1; (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 101
1252 then is there no iudgmēt of god vnsearchable: which is to denie not only the saying of the Apostle and of the Prophet, then is there no judgement of god unsearchable: which is to deny not only the saying of the Apostle and of the Prophet, av vbz pc-acp dx n1 pp-f n1 j: r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi xx av-j dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 cc pp-f dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 101
1253 but also after a sort to denie God, for he that will make his iudgmentes to be searchable, maketh also God himselfe to be searchable. but also After a sort to deny God, for he that will make his Judgments to be searchable, makes also God himself to be searchable. cc-acp av c-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1, c-acp pns31 cst vmb vvi po31 n2 pc-acp vbi j, vvz av np1 px31 pc-acp vbi j. (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 101
1254 Wilt thou measure and comprehend the counsels, the decrees, and the iudgementes of God by reason? Then measure and comprehend God himselfe, Wilt thou measure and comprehend the Counsels, the decrees, and the Judgments of God by reason? Then measure and comprehend God himself, vm2 pns21 vvi cc vvi dt n2, dt n2, cc dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1? av n1 cc vvi np1 px31, (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 101
1255 euen that eternall and infinit maiestie, with thy reason. even that Eternal and infinite majesty, with thy reason. av cst j cc j n1, p-acp po21 n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 101
1256 Nowe if it bee so, that God hath chosen some for this cause that he did foresee that of their owne wil and power they would be faithfull, do good works & continue to the ende. Now if it be so, that God hath chosen Some for this cause that he did foresee that of their own will and power they would be faithful, do good works & continue to the end. av cs pn31 vbb av, cst np1 vhz vvn d p-acp d n1 cst pns31 vdd vvi d pp-f po32 d n1 cc n1 pns32 vmd vbi j, vdb j n2 cc vvi p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 102
1257 And on the other side, that hee did foresee who would be vnfaithfull, wicked, and rebellious euen to their death, And on the other side, that he did foresee who would be unfaithful, wicked, and rebellious even to their death, cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst pns31 vdd vvi r-crq vmd vbi j, j, cc j av p-acp po32 n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 102
1258 and those in his foreknowledge he saw to be iustly damned. Here is nothing incomprehensible in these iudgmentes. and those in his foreknowledge he saw to be justly damned. Here is nothing incomprehensible in these Judgments. cc d p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi av-j vvn. av vbz pix j p-acp d n2. (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 102
1259 For thy reason doth find out, and thy vnderstanding doth comprehend all causes, and thou canst shew a reason how God hath done euery thing, and yet is iust: For thy reason does find out, and thy understanding does comprehend all Causes, and thou Canst show a reason how God hath done every thing, and yet is just: p-acp po21 n1 vdz vvi av, cc po21 n1 vdz vvi d n2, cc pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 c-crq np1 vhz vdn d n1, cc av vbz j: (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 102
1260 yea all the causes of his counselles he open vnto thee, if it bee so. Why then did Saint Paule crie out, How vnsearchable are his iudgments! yea all the Causes of his Counsels he open unto thee, if it be so. Why then did Saint Paul cry out, How unsearchable Are his Judgments! uh d dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 pns31 j p-acp pno21, cs pn31 vbb av. uh-crq av vdd n1 np1 vvi av, c-crq j vbr po31 n2! (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 102
1261 Why saith the Prophet also, That they be a great deepe? The Prophet was dull of conceipt (it seemeth) and so was Paule: Why Says the Prophet also, That they be a great deep? The Prophet was dull of conceit (it seems) and so was Paul: q-crq vvz dt n1 av, cst pns32 vbb dt j j-jn? dt n1 vbds j pp-f n1 (pn31 vvz) cc av vbds np1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 102
1262 for thou hast entred into this great deepe, and hast with the light of thy reason searched out all things, for thou hast entered into this great deep, and hast with the Light of thy reason searched out all things, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp d j j-jn, cc vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 vvd av d n2, (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 102
1263 and whatsoeuer is not agreeable to the same thy reason, thou doubtest not to dash it out of Gods decrees. and whatsoever is not agreeable to the same thy reason, thou doubtest not to dash it out of God's decrees. cc r-crq vbz xx j p-acp dt d po21 n1, pns21 vv2 xx pc-acp vvi pn31 av pp-f npg1 n2. (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 102
1264 Thou wilt haue nothing to stand higher then thy reason can reach vnto and comprehende. Thou saiest that whatsoeuer is contrarie vnto reason is absurde. Thou wilt have nothing to stand higher then thy reason can reach unto and comprehend. Thou Sayest that whatsoever is contrary unto reason is absurd. pns21 vm2 vhi pix pc-acp vvi jc cs po21 n1 vmb vvi p-acp cc vvi. pns21 vv2 d r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp n1 vbz j. (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 102
1265 Well, but take heede that thou doest not extoll reason too much. It doth indeed comprehend the principles of logicke: Well, but take heed that thou dost not extol reason too much. It does indeed comprehend the principles of logic: uh-av, cc-acp vvb n1 cst pns21 vd2 xx vvi n1 av av-d. pn31 vdz av vvi dt n2 pp-f n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 102
1266 but that it will from thence rise vp to comprehend God, and his eternall decree, it is extreame folly. but that it will from thence rise up to comprehend God, and his Eternal Decree, it is extreme folly. cc-acp cst pn31 vmb p-acp av vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi np1, cc po31 j n1, pn31 vbz j-jn n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 102
1267 If wee looke a little in particulars, we shall find it to bee so. If we look a little in particulars, we shall find it to be so. cs pns12 vvb dt j p-acp n2-j, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi av. (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 102
1268 VVe do beleeue and confesse that the Lord God by his eternall power & infinit wisedom created heauen & earth, We do believe and confess that the Lord God by his Eternal power & infinite Wisdom created heaven & earth, pns12 vdb vvi cc vvi d dt n1 np1 p-acp po31 j n1 cc j n1 vvn n1 cc n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 103
1269 & al things which are in thē, both visible & inuisible. & all things which Are in them, both visible & invisible. cc d n2 r-crq vbr p-acp pno32, d j cc j. (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 103
1270 Of the inuisible creatures in heauen, the Angels, some sinned & fel, whom he hath condēned vnto eternall fire: they be now diuels. Of the invisible creatures in heaven, the Angels, Some sinned & fell, whom he hath condemned unto Eternal fire: they be now Devils. pp-f dt j n2 p-acp n1, dt n2, d vvn cc vvd, ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp j n1: pns32 vbb av n2. (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 103
1271 Others (whom the holie Apostle calleth the elect Angels) neuer sinned, neither shall euer any of them sinne, Others (whom the holy Apostle calls the elect Angels) never sinned, neither shall ever any of them sin, ng2-jn (ro-crq dt j n1 vvz dt j-vvn n2) av-x vvn, dx vmb av d pp-f pno32 n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 103
1272 as they bee well assured, but shall remaine verie glorious and blessed for euer. as they be well assured, but shall remain very glorious and blessed for ever. c-acp pns32 vbb av vvn, cc-acp vmb vvi av j cc j-vvn p-acp av. (7) sermon (DIV2) 55 Page 103
1273 Tell me nowe, were not all these the creatures of God, and created in the same estate and conditiō? How commeth it that some of them stand, Tell me now, were not all these the creatures of God, and created in the same estate and condition? How comes it that Some of them stand, vvb pno11 av, vbdr xx d d dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vvn p-acp dt d n1 cc n1? q-crq vvz pn31 cst d pp-f pno32 vvi, (7) sermon (DIV2) 56 Page 103
1274 & others do fall? Will ye not say that of his infinite goodnesse and loue, hee had decreed to stay vp the one parte, & Others do fallen? Will you not say that of his infinite Goodness and love, he had decreed to stay up the one part, cc n2-jn vdb vvi? n1 pn22 xx vvi d pp-f po31 j n1 cc n1, pns31 vhd vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp dt crd n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 56 Page 103
1275 so that they should neuer sinne, nor be in danger of falling: so that they should never sin, nor be in danger of falling: av cst pns32 vmd av-x n1, ccx vbi p-acp n1 pp-f vvg: (7) sermon (DIV2) 56 Page 103
1276 and that he had also decreed to leaue those other to their owne will and power? why did he not shew the same goodnesse and loue towards all? whie did he set so glorious creatures in such estate, and that he had also decreed to leave those other to their own will and power? why did he not show the same Goodness and love towards all? why did he Set so glorious creatures in such estate, cc cst pns31 vhd av vvn pc-acp vvi d n-jn p-acp po32 d n1 cc n1? q-crq vdd pns31 xx vvi dt d n1 cc n1 p-acp d? q-crq vdd pns31 vvi av j n2 p-acp d n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 56 Page 103
1277 as that they should fal from the heauenlie glory into diuels torments? was he not able to support them, as that they should fall from the heavenly glory into Devils torments? was he not able to support them, c-acp cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp ng1 n2? vbds pns31 xx j pc-acp vvi pno32, (7) sermon (DIV2) 56 Page 103
1278 and to retaine them in glory with the rest? He created man in great dignitie, euen after his owne image; and to retain them in glory with the rest? He created man in great dignity, even After his own image; cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1? pns31 vvd n1 p-acp j n1, av p-acp po31 d n1; (7) sermon (DIV2) 56 Page 103
1279 whie did he not keepe him in that estate? why did hee suffer the diuell to enter in vnto the woman and to tempt her? why did hee not forewarn the man and the woman, that such an enemie woulde set vpon them? or why did he not giue thē strength to get the victorie in that tēptation? O wilt thou say, God did only suffer those thinges to bee done by the diuell: why did he not keep him in that estate? why did he suffer the Devil to enter in unto the woman and to tempt her? why did he not forewarn the man and the woman, that such an enemy would Set upon them? or why did he not give them strength to get the victory in that temptation? O wilt thou say, God did only suffer those things to be done by the Devil: q-crq vdd pns31 xx vvi pno31 p-acp d n1? q-crq vdd pns31 vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1 cc pc-acp vvi pno31? q-crq vdd pns31 xx vvi dt n1 cc dt n1, cst d dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno32? cc q-crq vdd pns31 xx vvi pno32 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1? sy vm2 pns21 vvi, np1 vdd av-j vvi d n2 pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp dt n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 56 Page 104
1280 hee did not ordaine that any such matter should fall out: for that cannot stand with equity or iustice: it agreeth not with mercy. he did not ordain that any such matter should fallen out: for that cannot stand with equity or Justice: it agreeth not with mercy. pns31 vdd xx vvi cst d d n1 vmd vvi av: c-acp cst vmbx vvi p-acp n1 cc n1: pn31 vvz xx p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 56 Page 104
1281 Wel, thou hast a childe, and when it is in thy power to let, yet thou wittinglie doest suffer a terrible Lyon to enter in vnto him and to deuour him: Well, thou hast a child, and when it is in thy power to let, yet thou wittingly dost suffer a terrible lion to enter in unto him and to devour him: uh-av, pns21 vh2 dt n1, cc c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp po21 n1 pc-acp vvi, av pns21 av-j vd2 vvi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp pno31 cc pc-acp vvi pno31: (7) sermon (DIV2) 56 Page 104
1282 who will say that this is a sufficient excuse to cleer thee from crueltie: who will say that this is a sufficient excuse to clear thee from cruelty: r-crq vmb vvi cst d vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 56 Page 104
1283 to say that thou didst not decree it, but onlie suffer it to come so to passe? If this bee no excuse to defend thee, to say that thou didst not Decree it, but only suffer it to come so to pass? If this be no excuse to defend thee, pc-acp vvi cst pns21 vdd2 xx vvi pn31, cc-acp av-j vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi av pc-acp vvi? cs d vbb dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno21, (7) sermon (DIV2) 56 Page 104
1284 how foolish art thou in vsing it to defende the iustice and mercie of God? VVilt thou thus call the iustice of God and his mercie vnder the account of thy reason, that thou maist by thine owne wit comprehend it, how foolish art thou in using it to defend the Justice and mercy of God? Wilt thou thus call the Justice of God and his mercy under the account of thy reason, that thou Mayest by thine own wit comprehend it, c-crq j vb2r pns21 p-acp vvg pn31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1? vm2 pns21 av vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, cst pns21 vm2 p-acp po21 d n1 vvi pn31, (7) sermon (DIV2) 56 Page 104
1285 or els it cannot bee iustice? O howe much better is it that thou shouldest crie out with the Apostle, How vnsearchable are his iudgmentes! or Else it cannot be Justice? O how much better is it that thou Shouldst cry out with the Apostle, How unsearchable Are his Judgments! cc av pn31 vmbx vbi n1? sy c-crq d jc vbz pn31 cst pns21 vmd2 vvi av p-acp dt n1, c-crq j vbr po31 n2! (7) sermon (DIV2) 56 Page 104
1286 And where thou canst not comprehend by reason howe God shoulde in iustice either decree or suffer the fall of Angels and men; And where thou Canst not comprehend by reason how God should in Justice either Decree or suffer the fallen of Angels and men; cc c-crq pns21 vm2 xx vvi p-acp n1 c-crq np1 vmd p-acp n1 d n1 cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2; (7) sermon (DIV2) 56 Page 104
1287 yet to rest in this, that howsoeuer wee cannot comprehende those thinges, yet we are sure that there can be no vnrighteousnes with God: yet to rest in this, that howsoever we cannot comprehend those things, yet we Are sure that there can be no unrighteousness with God: av pc-acp vvi p-acp d, cst c-acp pns12 vmbx vvi d n2, av pns12 vbr j cst a-acp vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp np1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 56 Page 104
1288 but whatsoeuer he decreeth, it is most holie and iust, for his will is the perfect rule of all righteousnesse. but whatsoever he decreeth, it is most holy and just, for his will is the perfect Rule of all righteousness. cc-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, pn31 vbz av-ds j cc j, c-acp po31 n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f d n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 56 Page 104
1289 To proceede, when man was fallen, and had cast himselfe and all his posterity into endlesse miserie, a redeemer is promised. To proceed, when man was fallen, and had cast himself and all his posterity into endless misery, a redeemer is promised. pc-acp vvi, c-crq n1 vbds vvn, cc vhd vvn px31 cc d po31 n1 p-acp j n1, dt n1 vbz vvn. (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 104
1290 All are loste alike, there be none which are in themselues better or more worthy than other, All Are lost alike, there be none which Are in themselves better or more worthy than other, av-d vbr vvn av, pc-acp vbi pix q-crq vbr p-acp px32 j cc av-dc j cs j-jn, (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 104
1291 why then is not the redeemer sent vnto all? If any shall replie and say hee was sent vnto all: that is vntrue: why then is not the redeemer sent unto all? If any shall reply and say he was sent unto all: that is untrue: uh-crq av vbz xx dt n1 vvd p-acp d? cs d vmb vvi cc vvi pns31 vbds vvn p-acp d: cst vbz j: (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 105
1292 for God chose the seede of Abraham, the nation of the Iewes, he separated them from al other nations of the world, he gaue them his lawes and ordinances, for God chosen the seed of Abraham, the Nation of the Iewes, he separated them from all other Nations of the world, he gave them his laws and ordinances, c-acp np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f dt np2, pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp d j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvd pno32 po31 n2 cc n2, (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 105
1293 euen the liuelie Oracles for to teach them. even the lively Oracles for to teach them. av-j dt j n2 p-acp pc-acp vvi pno32. (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 105
1294 The other nations he left in the darke, to walke in the vanities of their owne minde, subiect to the manifold illusions and sleightes of diuelles, The other Nations he left in the dark, to walk in the vanities of their own mind, Subject to the manifold illusions and sleights of diuelles, dt j-jn n2 pns31 vvd p-acp dt j, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 d n1, j-jn p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f fw-la, (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 105
1295 and that for manie ages together, among whome there were so manie famous wise men, Philosophers, Poets and Orators. and that for many ages together, among whom there were so many famous wise men, Philosophers, Poets and Orators. cc cst p-acp d n2 av, p-acp ro-crq a-acp vbdr av d j j n2, n2, n2 cc n2. (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 105
1296 Yea there were among them infinit thousand thousands which could neuer hear of Christ, & of infants dying and perishing in their natiue corruption, that is, in originall sinne. Yea there were among them infinite thousand thousands which could never hear of christ, & of Infants dying and perishing in their native corruption, that is, in original sin. uh a-acp vbdr p-acp pno32 j crd crd r-crq vmd av-x vvi pp-f np1, cc pp-f n2 vvg cc vvg p-acp po32 j-jn n1, cst vbz, p-acp j-jn n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 105
1297 Who can search out and comprehend the iudgmentes of God in this? were they not the worke of his handes? Yet there is no hope offred vnto them. Who can search out and comprehend the Judgments of God in this? were they not the work of his hands? Yet there is no hope offered unto them. q-crq vmb vvi av cc vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d? vbdr pns32 xx dt n1 pp-f po31 n2? av a-acp vbz dx n1 vvn p-acp pno32. (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 105
1298 But at the length Christ Iesus, the only light and saluation of the worlde, is preached to the Gentiles. But At the length christ Iesus, the only Light and salvation of the world, is preached to the Gentiles. p-acp p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz vvn p-acp dt n2-j. (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 105
1299 Why did hee not now open the eies of all? whie did he not giue that effectuall grace of his spirit vnto all as to beleeue in his son vnto saluation? VVhen hee opened the heart of Lydia, Why did he not now open the eyes of all? why did he not give that effectual grace of his Spirit unto all as to believe in his son unto salvation? When he opened the heart of Lydia, q-crq vdd pns31 xx av j dt n2 pp-f d? q-crq vdd pns31 xx vvi cst j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1? c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 105
1300 why did he not also open the heartes of the rest that heard Paule preach? Some will say they would not. why did he not also open the hearts of the rest that herd Paul preach? some will say they would not. q-crq vdd pns31 xx av j dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cst vvd np1 vvi? d vmb vvi pns32 vmd xx. (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 105
1301 Yea but hee of those that were most vnwilling made willing where it pleased him: As we haue a perfect example in Saint Paule, who was a cruell persecuter. Yea but he of those that were most unwilling made willing where it pleased him: As we have a perfect Exampl in Saint Paul, who was a cruel Persecutor. uh cc-acp pns31 pp-f d cst vbdr av-ds j vvn vvg c-crq pn31 vvd pno31: c-acp pns12 vhb dt j n1 p-acp n1 np1, r-crq vbds dt j n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 105
1302 Christ saith, No man commeth vnto me, except the father which sent me draw him. christ Says, No man comes unto me, except the father which sent me draw him. np1 vvz, dx n1 vvz p-acp pno11, c-acp dt n1 r-crq vvd pno11 vvi pno31. (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 105
1303 Ioh. 6. VVhy did hee not drawe Herode, and Pilate and the high Priestes, as well as Paule? VVee see in these latter dayes that there be great Nations, John 6. Why did he not draw Herod, and Pilate and the high Priests, as well as Paul? We see in these latter days that there be great nations, np1 crd q-crq vdd pns31 xx vvi np1, cc np1 cc dt j n2, c-acp av c-acp np1? pns12 vvb p-acp d d n2 cst pc-acp vbi j n2, (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 106
1304 as the west Indies, which had neuer hearde of Christ vntill of late time, and then by a most cruell and idolatrous people which haue murthered them most wickedlie, as the west Indies, which had never heard of christ until of late time, and then by a most cruel and idolatrous people which have murdered them most wickedly, c-acp dt n1 np1, r-crq vhd av-x vvn pp-f np1 c-acp a-acp j n1, cc av p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n1 r-crq vhb vvn pno32 av-ds av-j, (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 106
1305 so that they haue been made to stumble and to bee further from Christ. so that they have been made to Stumble and to be further from christ. av cst pns32 vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vbi jc p-acp np1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 106
1306 VVho is able to comprehend the depth of these iudgementes? Shall not wee lay downe the pride of our owne vnderstanding, Who is able to comprehend the depth of these Judgments? Shall not we lay down the pride of our own understanding, r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2? vmb xx pns12 vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 d n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 106
1307 and say with the Apostle, Hath not the Potter power ouer the claie, of the same lumpe to make one vessell vnto honour and an other vnto dishonour? Or shall the thing formed say to him that formed it, and say with the Apostle, Hath not the Potter power over the clay, of the same lump to make one vessel unto honour and an other unto dishonour? Or shall the thing formed say to him that formed it, cc vvb p-acp dt n1, vhz xx dt n1 n1 p-acp dt n1, pp-f dt d n1 pc-acp vvi crd n1 p-acp n1 cc dt n-jn p-acp n1? cc vmb dt n1 vvd vvi p-acp pno31 cst vvd pn31, (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 106
1308 Whie hast thou made me thus? O beloued, let vs lay aside all such vaine and curious presumptions: Why hast thou made me thus? O Beloved, let us lay aside all such vain and curious presumptions: q-crq vh2 pns21 vvn pno11 av? sy j-vvn, vvb pno12 vvi av d d j cc j n2: (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 106
1309 and let vs, as the holie Scripture directeth vs make our singular comfort of that eternall decree of God. and let us, as the holy Scripture directeth us make our singular Comfort of that Eternal Decree of God. cc vvb pno12, c-acp dt j n1 vvz pno12 vvi po12 j n1 pp-f cst j n1 pp-f np1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 106
1310 Thus wee are with it to fortifie our selues against the Diuell. Thus we Are with it to fortify our selves against the devil. av pns12 vbr p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 106
1311 God of his owne good will hath chosen in his sonne Iesus Christ, euen before the foundations of the worlde were laide, those whome he will saue, God of his own good will hath chosen in his son Iesus christ, even before the foundations of the world were laid, those whom he will save, np1 pp-f po31 d j n1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1 np1 np1, av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbdr vvn, d r-crq pns31 vmb vvi, (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 106
1312 as the heires of eternall glorie. as the Heirs of Eternal glory. c-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 106
1313 Hee hath in his prefixed time redeemed them, not with golde or precious stones, (as Saint Peter saith) but with the blood of his sonne, He hath in his prefixed time redeemed them, not with gold or precious stones, (as Saint Peter Says) but with the blood of his son, pns31 vhz p-acp po31 j-vvn n1 vvd pno32, xx p-acp n1 cc j n2, (c-acp n1 np1 vvz) cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 106
1314 as of a Lambe immaculate and without spot. He doth also call them, hee doth sanctifie them. as of a Lamb immaculate and without spot. He does also call them, he does sanctify them. c-acp pp-f dt n1 j cc p-acp n1. pns31 vdz av vvi pno32, pns31 vdz vvi pno32. (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 106
1315 This decree of God is vnchangeable, it is vnpossible that any of his elect should perish. This Decree of God is unchangeable, it is unpossible that any of his elect should perish. d n1 pp-f np1 vbz j-u, pn31 vbz j-u cst d pp-f po31 vvb vmd vvi. (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 106
1316 VVho can plucke them out of the handes of Christ? Then in the next place wee are to bee assured that none can haue the true faith but the chosen of God. Who can pluck them out of the hands of christ? Then in the next place we Are to be assured that none can have the true faith but the chosen of God. r-crq vmb vvi pno32 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1? av p-acp dt ord n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn cst pix vmb vhi dt j n1 p-acp dt n-vvn pp-f np1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 107
1317 Not any doe receiue the spirit of adoption which witnesseth to their spirit that they be the children of God, but the elect. Not any do receive the Spirit of adoption which Witnesseth to their Spirit that they be the children of God, but the elect. xx d vdb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vvz p-acp po32 n1 cst pns32 vbb dt n2 pp-f np1, cc-acp dt n-vvn. (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 107
1318 The elect are onlie regenerate and borne of God, and sealed with the holie spirit of promise. The elect Are only regenerate and born of God, and sealed with the holy Spirit of promise. dt n-vvn vbr av-j vvn cc vvn pp-f np1, cc vvd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 57 Page 107
1319 Then come downe to thy selfe: Then come down to thy self: av vvn a-acp p-acp po21 n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 58 Page 107
1320 If thou canst trulie say, I haue the liuelie faith, I haue receiued the spirit of adoption, which doth witnesse with my spirit that I am the childe of God: If thou Canst truly say, I have the lively faith, I have received the Spirit of adoption, which does witness with my Spirit that I am the child of God: cs pns21 vm2 av-j vvi, pns11 vhb dt j n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vdz vvi p-acp po11 n1 cst pns11 vbm dt n1 pp-f np1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 58 Page 107
1321 I am regenerate, I haue the true repentance, I am sanctified: I am regenerate, I have the true Repentance, I am sanctified: pns11 vbm vvn, pns11 vhb dt j n1, pns11 vbm vvn: (7) sermon (DIV2) 58 Page 107
1322 Satan doth tempt mee stronglie manie wayes, but I am sure, though he often as it were soile mee, Satan does tempt me strongly many ways, but I am sure, though he often as it were soil me, np1 vdz vvi pno11 av-j d n2, cc-acp pns11 vbm j, cs pns31 av p-acp pn31 vbdr n1 pno11, (7) sermon (DIV2) 58 Page 107
1323 and cause me to goe awrie, that hee shall neuer get the victorie ouer mee. and cause me to go awry, that he shall never get the victory over me. cc vvb pno11 pc-acp vvi av, cst pns31 vmb av-x vvi dt n1 p-acp pno11. (7) sermon (DIV2) 58 Page 107
1324 Is not this a singular comfort to a man? If anie that hath the spirit of adoption may lose him: Is not this a singular Comfort to a man? If any that hath the Spirit of adoption may loose him: vbz xx d dt j n1 p-acp dt n1? cs d cst vhz dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pno31: (7) sermon (DIV2) 58 Page 107
1325 then where is the stedfastnesse of faith which Saint Peter heere requireth, in resisting the Diuel? If it come once to lie in our selues, wee cannot bee vndoubtedlie sure and stedfast: then where is the steadfastness of faith which Saint Peter Here requires, in resisting the devil? If it come once to lie in our selves, we cannot be undoubtedly sure and steadfast: av q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq n1 np1 av vvz, p-acp vvg dt n1? cs pn31 vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vmbx vbi av-j j cc j: (7) sermon (DIV2) 58 Page 107
1326 wee may well waner and doubt: we may well waner and doubt: pns12 vmb av n1 cc n1: (7) sermon (DIV2) 58 Page 107
1327 but when we knowe that we are kept by the power of God, as it is written, 1. Pet. 1. Then haue wee a rocke whereon to rest: but when we know that we Are kept by the power of God, as it is written, 1. Pet. 1. Then have we a rock whereon to rest: cc-acp c-crq pns12 vvb cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, crd np1 crd av vhb pns12 dt n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi: (7) sermon (DIV2) 58 Page 107
1328 then doe we stand stedfast armed with the power of God. then do we stand steadfast armed with the power of God. av vdb pns12 vvb j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 58 Page 107
1329 This faith may be tried, and seeme oftentimes to be sore shaken, but it can neuer bee ouercome. This faith may be tried, and seem oftentimes to be soar shaken, but it can never be overcome. d n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc vvi av pc-acp vbi av-j vvn, cc-acp pn31 vmb av-x vbi vvn. (7) sermon (DIV2) 59 Page 107
1330 Yea, will some man say, but euery man cannot come to knowe that hee hath receiued the true and liuely faith, Yea, will Some man say, but every man cannot come to know that he hath received the true and lively faith, uh, vmb d n1 vvi, cc-acp d n1 vmbx vvi pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vhz vvn dt j cc j n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 59 Page 108
1331 or the spirit of adoption, we see many goe farre in the profession of the gospel, or the Spirit of adoption, we see many go Far in the profession of the gospel, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vvb d vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 59 Page 108
1332 and thinke that they haue the true faith, and the sanctifying spirit, which yet fall quite away. and think that they have the true faith, and the sanctifying Spirit, which yet fallen quite away. cc vvb cst pns32 vhb dt j n1, cc dt j-vvg n1, r-crq av vvb av av. (7) sermon (DIV2) 59 Page 108
1333 It is true that there bee manie which imbrace the gospell and professe it with such feeling that they suppose God hath called them as his children: It is true that there be many which embrace the gospel and profess it with such feeling that they suppose God hath called them as his children: pn31 vbz j cst pc-acp vbi d r-crq vvb dt n1 cc vvi pn31 p-acp d n1 cst pns32 vvb np1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp po31 n2: (7) sermon (DIV2) 59 Page 108
1334 there is for the time such a touch & such a moouing in their heartes, there is for the time such a touch & such a moving in their hearts, pc-acp vbz p-acp dt n1 d dt n1 cc d dt vvg p-acp po32 n2, (7) sermon (DIV2) 59 Page 108
1335 and yet in time they manifest themselues not to be of God. One occasion or other driueth them awrie, and yet in time they manifest themselves not to be of God. One occasion or other Driveth them awry, cc av p-acp n1 pns32 vvi px32 xx pc-acp vbi pp-f np1. crd n1 cc n-jn vvz pno32 av, (7) sermon (DIV2) 59 Page 108
1336 so that some of them become heretickes, some of thē, although they fall not into heresies, so that Some of them become Heretics, Some of them, although they fallen not into heresies, av cst d pp-f pno32 vvi n2, d pp-f pno32, cs pns32 vvb xx p-acp n2, (7) sermon (DIV2) 59 Page 108
1337 yet they fall into vices, and become so irreligious, that all the former graces which they had tasted of, doe vanish and are lost. yet they fallen into vices, and become so irreligious, that all the former graces which they had tasted of, do vanish and Are lost. av pns32 vvb p-acp n2, cc vvi av j, cst d dt j n2 r-crq pns32 vhd vvn pp-f, vdb vvi cc vbr vvn. (7) sermon (DIV2) 59 Page 108
1338 And this is the cause we are willed by Saint Peter to make our calling and election sure. And this is the cause we Are willed by Saint Peter to make our calling and election sure. cc d vbz dt n1 pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1 np1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 cc n1 j. (7) sermon (DIV2) 59 Page 108
1339 For seeing the reprobate receiue a kinde of faith and zeale, which yet is not the true and liuely faith, we are willed to be diligent and carefull to see that we rest not in that faith. For seeing the Reprobate receive a kind of faith and zeal, which yet is not the true and lively faith, we Are willed to be diligent and careful to see that we rest not in that faith. p-acp vvg dt n-jn vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq av vbz xx dt j cc j n1, pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi j cc j pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vvb xx p-acp d n1. (7) sermon (DIV2) 59 Page 108
1340 VVe must labour to attain to that testimonie of the spirit of adoption: we must seek to bee confirmed and euen sealed with the holie spirit of promise, We must labour to attain to that testimony of the Spirit of adoption: we must seek to be confirmed and even sealed with the holy Spirit of promise, pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1: pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn cc av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 59 Page 108
1341 and so come to that full assurance of faith and hope which neuer confoundeth. and so come to that full assurance of faith and hope which never confoundeth. cc av vvb p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 r-crq av-x vvz. (7) sermon (DIV2) 59 Page 108
1342 And that is it which Saint Peter teacheth the way to come vnto, in the place before alleadged, where he willeth vs to ioine vertue with our faith, with vertue knowledge, &c. For if we follow that rule which hee there prescribeth, we shall be sure neuer to fall, we shall then with a stedfast faith resist our aduersarie the diuell, And that is it which Faint Peter Teaches the Way to come unto, in the place before alleged, where he wills us to join virtue with our faith, with virtue knowledge, etc. For if we follow that Rule which he there prescribeth, we shall be sure never to fallen, we shall then with a steadfast faith resist our adversary the Devil, cc cst vbz pn31 r-crq j np1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, p-acp dt n1 a-acp vvd, c-crq pns31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po12 n1, p-acp n1 n1, av p-acp cs pns12 vvb d n1 r-crq pns31 a-acp vvz, pns12 vmb vbi j av-x pc-acp vvi, pns12 vmb av p-acp dt j n1 vvi po12 n1 dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV2) 59 Page 109
1343 and get the victorie ouer him. and get the victory over him. cc vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31. (7) sermon (DIV2) 59 Page 109
1344 It is a matter of great importance, I pray and beseech you, as you tender the happy estate of your owne soules, looke vnto it. It is a matter of great importance, I pray and beseech you, as you tender the happy estate of your own Souls, look unto it. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, pns11 vvb cc vvb pn22, c-acp pn22 vvb dt j n1 pp-f po22 d n2, vvb p-acp pn31. (7) sermon (DIV2) 59 Page 109
1345 Set your hearts vpon the liuelie Oracles of God, and seeke day and night after the knowledge of holie thinges, Set your hearts upon the lively Oracles of God, and seek day and night After the knowledge of holy things, j-vvn po22 n2 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1, cc vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, (7) sermon (DIV2) 59 Page 109
1346 and howe to please the Lord your God. Then shall you bee blessed for euermore, Amen. FINIS. and how to please the Lord your God. Then shall you be blessed for evermore, Amen. FINIS. cc c-crq pc-acp vvi dt n1 po22 n1. av vmb pn22 vbi vvn p-acp av, uh-n. fw-la. (7) sermon (DIV2) 59 Page 109
1347 Foure Sermons vpon the seuen chiese vertues or principall effectes of faith, and the doctrine of election: wherein euery man may learne, Foure Sermons upon the seuen chiese Virtues or principal effects of faith, and the Doctrine of election: wherein every man may Learn, crd n2 p-acp dt crd n1 n2 cc j-jn n2 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1: c-crq d n1 vmb vvi, (8) sermons (DIV1) 59 Page 110
1348 whether hee bee Gods child or no. whither he be God's child or no. cs pns31 vbb npg1 n1 cc uh-dx. (8) sermons (DIV1) 59 Page 110
1349 2. Pet. chap. 1. 1 Simon Peter a seruant and an Apostle of Iesus Christ, to you which haue obtained like precious faith with vs by the righteousnesse of our God and sauiour Iesus Christ. 2. Pet. chap. 1. 1 Simon Peter a servant and an Apostle of Iesus christ, to you which have obtained like precious faith with us by the righteousness of our God and Saviour Iesus christ. crd np1 n1 crd crd np1 np1 dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, p-acp pn22 r-crq vhb vvn av-j j n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 np1 np1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 59 Page 110
1350 2 Grace & peace be multiplied to you, through the acknowledging of God and of our Lord Iesus. 2 Grace & peace be multiplied to you, through the acknowledging of God and of our Lord Iesus. crd n1 cc n1 vbb vvn p-acp pn22, p-acp dt vvg pp-f np1 cc pp-f po12 n1 np1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 61 Page 110
1351 3 According as his diuine power hath giuen vnto vs al thinges that pertaine vnto life and godlines, through the acknowledging of him that hath called vs vnto glory and vertue. 3 According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the acknowledging of him that hath called us unto glory and virtue. crd vvg p-acp po31 j-jn n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 d n2 cst vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f pno31 cst vhz vvn pno12 p-acp n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 62 Page 110
1352 4 Whereby most great and precious promises are given vnto vs, that by them ye should be partakers of the diuine nature, in that ye flee the corruption which is in the world through last. 4 Whereby most great and precious promises Are given unto us, that by them you should be partakers of the divine nature, in that you flee the corruption which is in the world through last. crd c-crq ds j cc j n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno12, cst p-acp pno32 pn22 vmd vbi n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, p-acp cst pn22 vvb dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp ord. (9) sermon (DIV2) 63 Page 110
1353 BEfore we begin to handle or to intreat of the wordes of this text, it shall not bee amisse to note to whom and when this Epistle was written. BEfore we begin to handle or to entreat of the words of this text, it shall not be amiss to note to whom and when this Epistle was written. p-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1, pn31 vmb xx vbi av pc-acp vvi p-acp ro-crq cc c-crq d n1 vbds vvn. (9) sermon (DIV2) 64 Page 110
1354 Concerning the first of these, it appeareth by the 3. chap. and 1. verse, that it was written vnto the same that the former epistle was. For thus hee speaketh. Concerning the First of these, it appears by the 3. chap. and 1. verse, that it was written unto the same that the former epistle was. For thus he speaks. vvg dt ord pp-f d, pn31 vvz p-acp dt crd n1 cc crd n1, cst pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt d cst dt j n1 vbds. p-acp av pns31 vvz. (9) sermon (DIV2) 64 Page 113
1355 This second Epistle I write vnto you, beloued, in which I stir vp your sincere mind; This second Epistle I write unto you, Beloved, in which I stir up your sincere mind; d ord n1 pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, vvn, p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb a-acp po22 j n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 64 Page 113
1356 by putting you in remembrance now these were the Iewes which were scattred abroad in ye dispersion through diuers countries, by putting you in remembrance now these were the Iewes which were scattered abroad in the dispersion through diverse countries, p-acp vvg pn22 p-acp n1 av d vbdr dt np2 r-crq vbdr vvn av p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n2, (9) sermon (DIV2) 64 Page 113
1357 as it is expressed in the first chapter of the former Epistle: as it is expressed in the First chapter of the former Epistle: c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt j n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 64 Page 113
1358 for the Iewes were specially his charge, as the care of the Gentiles was committed vnto Paul. Galat. 2.7.8. The words are these: for the Iewes were specially his charge, as the care of the Gentiles was committed unto Paul. Galatians 2.7.8. The words Are these: c-acp dt np2 vbdr av-j png31 n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 vbds vvn p-acp np1. np1 crd. dt n2 vbr d: (9) sermon (DIV2) 64 Page 113
1359 When they saw that the gospell of the vncircumcision was cōmitted to me, as the gospel ouer the circumcision was vnto Peter: When they saw that the gospel of the uncircumcision was committed to me, as the gospel over the circumcision was unto Peter: c-crq pns32 vvd cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno11, c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbds p-acp np1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 64 Page 113
1360 for hee that was mightie by Peter in the Apostleship, ouer the circumcision, was also mighty by me towards the Gentiles. for he that was mighty by Peter in the Apostleship, over the circumcision, was also mighty by me towards the Gentiles. c-acp pns31 cst vbds j p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, vbds av j p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n2-j. (9) sermon (DIV2) 64 Page 113
1361 For the second, this epistle was written by Peter in his extreame age, when hee had euen finished his course, For the second, this epistle was written by Peter in his extreme age, when he had even finished his course, p-acp dt ord, d n1 vbds vvn p-acp np1 p-acp po31 j-jn n1, c-crq pns31 vhd av vvn po31 n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 65 Page 113
1362 and was ready to lay downe his tabernacle, as he speaketh here in the 14. verse. and was ready to lay down his tabernacle, as he speaks Here in the 14. verse. cc vbds j pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vvz av p-acp dt crd n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 65 Page 113
1363 As for the occasions which moued him to write, they shall appeare in the particular handling of the matters. As for the occasions which moved him to write, they shall appear in the particular handling of the matters. p-acp p-acp dt n2 r-crq vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f dt n2. (9) sermon (DIV2) 65 Page 113
1364 1. Now let vs come to the words of the Text, the 1. verse hath two members: 1. Now let us come to the words of the Text, the 1. verse hath two members: crd av vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt crd n1 vhz crd n2: (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 113
1365 In the former he setteth foorth his own dignitie, that he is not onlie a setuant of God, In the former he sets forth his own dignity, that he is not only a setuant of God, p-acp dt j pns31 vvz av po31 d n1, cst pns31 vbz xx av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 113
1366 but a principall seruant, and one which commeth vnto them as the Ambassadour of God, to the ende that they might knowe that they had to do with God, but a principal servant, and one which comes unto them as the Ambassador of God, to the end that they might know that they had to do with God, cc-acp dt j-jn n1, cc pi r-crq vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 cst pns32 vmd vvi cst pns32 vhd pc-acp vdi p-acp np1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 113
1367 and not with men, and so submit themselues to the doctrine and message which hee brought, and not with men, and so submit themselves to the Doctrine and message which he brought, cc xx p-acp n2, cc av vvb px32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 r-crq pns31 vvd, (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 114
1368 for whatsocuer God spake by the Apostles, he so guided their tongue and penne by his Spirit, that nothing which they spake or wrote, was their owne, but altogether his. for whatsocuer God spoke by the Apostles, he so guided their tongue and pen by his Spirit, that nothing which they spoke or wrote, was their own, but altogether his. c-acp av np1 vvd p-acp dt n2, pns31 av vvd po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst pix r-crq pns32 vvd cc vvd, vbds po32 d, cc-acp av png31. (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 114
1369 In the second member, hee setteth foorth the dignitie which those to whome hee writ had with himselfe: In the second member, he sets forth the dignity which those to whom he writ had with himself: p-acp dt ord n1, pns31 vvz av dt n1 r-crq d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvn vhd p-acp px31: (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 114
1370 in these words, To those which haue obtained the like precious faith with vs: in these words, To those which have obtained the like precious faith with us: p-acp d n2, p-acp d r-crq vhb vvn dt j j n1 p-acp pno12: (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 114
1371 as if hee should say, Although I bee aboue you in the Apostolical dignitie and function, as if he should say, Although I be above you in the Apostolical dignity and function, c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, cs pns11 vbb p-acp pn22 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 114
1372 yet you are equall with me and with the rest of the Apostles in the chiefe and principall dignitie, yet you Are equal with me and with the rest of the Apostles in the chief and principal dignity, av pn22 vbr j-jn p-acp pno11 cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt j-jn cc j-jn n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 114
1373 and in that wherein all happinesse doth consist, euen our precious faith. and in that wherein all happiness does consist, even our precious faith. cc p-acp d c-crq d n1 vdz vvi, av po12 j n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 114
1374 Heere it may be demaunded, how Saint Peter can ascribe vnto them a faith equall or like precious with his owne, seeing hee did so farre excell them in giftes and graces, Here it may be demanded, how Saint Peter can ascribe unto them a faith equal or like precious with his own, seeing he did so Far excel them in Gifts and graces, av pn31 vmb vbi vvn, c-crq n1 np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 dt n1 j-jn cc av-j j p-acp po31 d, vvg pns31 vdd av av-j vvi pno32 p-acp n2 cc n2, (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 114
1375 as in knowledge, and strength of faith? The answere is easie enough, namelie, that this comparison is not made in the measure and quantitie of faith, as in knowledge, and strength of faith? The answer is easy enough, namely, that this comparison is not made in the measure and quantity of faith, c-acp p-acp n1, cc n1 pp-f n1? dt n1 vbz j av-d, av, cst d n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 114
1376 for therein some haue excelled others far, because GOD doth not giue his giftes to all alike: for therein Some have excelled Others Far, Because GOD does not give his Gifts to all alike: c-acp av d vhb vvd n2-jn av-j, c-acp np1 vdz xx vvi po31 n2 p-acp d av-j: (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 114
1377 but in the effect, which is the apprehending of Christ with all his merites, which the weake faith doth as well as the strong, but in the Effect, which is the apprehending of christ with all his merits, which the weak faith does as well as the strong, cc-acp p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz dt vvg pp-f np1 p-acp d po31 n2, r-crq dt j n1 vdz p-acp av c-acp dt j, (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 114
1378 and therefore in this respect is equally precious. and Therefore in this respect is equally precious. cc av p-acp d n1 vbz av-j j. (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 114
1379 This I speake, not to make any slouthfull, when as the Scriptures doe pricke vs forwarde so much to seeke increase of faith, This I speak, not to make any slothful, when as the Scriptures do prick us forward so much to seek increase of faith, d pns11 vvb, xx pc-acp vvi d j, c-crq c-acp dt n2 vdb vvi pno12 av-j av av-d pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 114
1380 but for the comfort and hartening of the weake, which feeling their infirmitie and weaknesse of faith, but for the Comfort and heartening of the weak, which feeling their infirmity and weakness of faith, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 cc vvg pp-f dt j, r-crq vvg po32 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 115
1381 if it were not for this which the Apostle speaketh, might doubt whether they were partakers of the same happinesse with them: if it were not for this which the Apostle speaks, might doubt whither they were partakers of the same happiness with them: cs pn31 vbdr xx p-acp d r-crq dt n1 vvz, vmd vvi cs pns32 vbdr n2 pp-f dt d n1 p-acp pno32: (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 115
1382 now hearing this, they may bee well assured although their faith should bee but as a graine of mustard-seed, now hearing this, they may be well assured although their faith should be but as a grain of Mustard seed, av vvg d, pns32 vmb vbi av vvn cs po32 n1 vmd vbi cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 115
1383 yet if it bee true faith it coupleth them to Christ, & maketh them partakers of redemption, to haue their sins washed away in his blood of righteousnesse, to bee couered with his obedience of life, to bee heires of the kingdome of glorie, yet if it be true faith it Coupleth them to christ, & makes them partakers of redemption, to have their Sins washed away in his blood of righteousness, to be covered with his Obedience of life, to be Heirs of the Kingdom of glory, av cs pn31 vbb j n1 pn31 vvz pno32 p-acp np1, cc vv2 pno32 n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vhi po32 n2 vvn av p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 115
1384 as well as the faith of Peter, or any other. Vnto this is also ioyned that wherein the stablenesse of this their faith doth stande, as well as the faith of Peter, or any other. Unto this is also joined that wherein the stableness of this their faith does stand, c-acp av c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc d n-jn. p-acp d vbz av vvn cst c-crq dt n1 pp-f d po32 n1 vdz vvi, (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 115
1385 as vpon a sure foundation, euen the righteousnesse of GOD, and of our Sauiour Iesus Christ. as upon a sure Foundation, even the righteousness of GOD, and of our Saviour Iesus christ. c-acp p-acp dt j n1, av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 115
1386 And indeede the building of faith is so waightie, and the frame so heauie, that it can stand vpon no other foundation but this, that is to say, the righteousnesse, faithfulnesse, And indeed the building of faith is so weighty, and the frame so heavy, that it can stand upon no other Foundation but this, that is to say, the righteousness, faithfulness, cc av dt n-vvg pp-f n1 vbz av j, cc dt n1 av j, cst pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dx j-jn n1 p-acp d, cst vbz pc-acp vvi, dt n1, n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 115
1387 or trueth of GOD which cannot lie. or truth of GOD which cannot lie. cc n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vmbx vvi. (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 115
1388 For if wee would perswade a man to beleeue by this reason, that the thing which wee speake, is that which hath beene taught by diuers men of great learning and singular godlinesse: For if we would persuade a man to believe by this reason, that the thing which we speak, is that which hath been taught by diverse men of great learning and singular godliness: p-acp cs pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, cst dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb, vbz d r-crq vhz vbn vvn p-acp j n2 pp-f j n1 cc j n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 115
1389 yet because wee knowe that all men are lyers, except wee be fure that the thinges which they speake be those which God hath spoken, we shall still wauer, yet Because we know that all men Are liars, except we be fure that the things which they speak be those which God hath spoken, we shall still waver, av c-acp pns12 vvb cst d n2 vbr n2, c-acp pns12 vbb zz d dt n2 r-crq pns32 vvb vbi d r-crq np1 vhz vvn, pns12 vmb av vvi, (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 115
1390 and our faith shall bee no faith, which alone can rest in the authoritie of God, and not of men. and our faith shall be no faith, which alone can rest in the Authority of God, and not of men. cc po12 n1 vmb vbi dx n1, r-crq av-j vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc xx pp-f n2. (9) sermon (DIV2) 66 Page 115
1391 2 The second verse containeth his salutation, euen that which is common to him with Paul, & the other Apostles: 2 The second verse Containeth his salutation, even that which is Common to him with Paul, & the other Apostles: crd dt ord n1 vvz po31 n1, av cst r-crq vbz j p-acp pno31 p-acp np1, cc dt j-jn n2: (9) sermon (DIV2) 67 Page 116
1392 wishing grace and peace, to those vnto whome they write. wishing grace and peace, to those unto whom they write. vvg n1 cc n1, p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvb. (9) sermon (DIV2) 67 Page 116
1393 And this they doe, because it is the chiefe scope and principall end of their ministerie, to bring men againe into Gods fauour, And this they do, Because it is the chief scope and principal end of their Ministry, to bring men again into God's favour, cc d pns32 vdb, c-acp pn31 vbz dt j-jn n1 cc j-jn n1 pp-f po32 n1, pc-acp vvi n2 av p-acp ng1 n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 67 Page 116
1394 and to be reconciled vnto him. Of this thing speaketh S. Paule, 2. Cor, 5.18. saying, All things are of God, which hath reconciled vs to himselfe by Iesus Christ, and to be reconciled unto him. Of this thing speaks S. Paul, 2. Cor, 5.18. saying, All things Are of God, which hath reconciled us to himself by Iesus christ, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31. pp-f d n1 vvz n1 np1, crd np1, crd. vvg, d n2 vbr pp-f np1, r-crq vhz vvn pno12 pc-acp px31 p-acp np1 np1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 67 Page 116
1395 and hath giuen vnto vs the ministerie of reconciliation, for God was in Christ, and reconciled the world to himselfe, not imputing their sinnes vnto them: and hath given unto us the Ministry of reconciliation, for God was in christ, and reconciled the world to himself, not imputing their Sins unto them: cc vhz vvn p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp np1 vbds p-acp np1, cc vvn dt n1 p-acp px31, xx vvg po32 n2 p-acp pno32: (9) sermon (DIV2) 67 Page 116
1396 and hath committed vnto vs the word of reconciliation. and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation. cc vhz vvn p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 67 Page 116
1397 Now then are we Ambassadours for Christ, as though God did beseech you through vs, wee pray you in Christ his steed, that you be reconciled to God. Now then Are we ambassadors for christ, as though God did beseech you through us, we pray you in christ his steed, that you be reconciled to God. av av vbr pns12 n2 p-acp np1, c-acp cs np1 vdd vvi pn22 p-acp pno12, pns12 vvb pn22 p-acp np1 po31 n1, cst pn22 vbb vvn p-acp np1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 67 Page 116
1398 This being the chiefe end of their tranell, causeth them so earnestly to wish it for the people: This being the chief end of their tranell, Causes them so earnestly to wish it for the people: np1 vbg dt j-jn n1 pp-f po32 n1, vvz pno32 av av-j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 67 Page 116
1399 and to bee so serious, not onely in teaching them this generallie, but also pointing out as it were with the finger, the way to the same: and to be so serious, not only in teaching them this generally, but also pointing out as it were with the finger, the Way to the same: cc pc-acp vbi av j, xx av-j p-acp vvg pno32 d av-j, cc-acp av vvg av c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp dt n1, dt n1 p-acp dt d: (9) sermon (DIV2) 67 Page 116
1400 and that not only in their doctrine, but also in their liues. and that not only in their Doctrine, but also in their lives. cc cst xx av-j p-acp po32 n1, cc-acp av p-acp po32 n2. (9) sermon (DIV2) 67 Page 116
1401 Whosoeuer digresseth or casteth his eies aside from this mark and end of his ministerie, ceaseth to be the Minister of Christ. Whosoever digresseth or Cast his eyes aside from this mark and end of his Ministry, ceases to be the Minister of christ. r-crq vvz cc vvz po31 n2 av p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 67 Page 116
1402 As for example, If he preach the Gospel to purchase renow me, estimation, wealth, or ease, to himselfe, As for Exampl, If he preach the Gospel to purchase renow me, estimation, wealth, or ease, to himself, p-acp p-acp n1, cs pns31 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi av pno11, n1, n1, cc n1, p-acp px31, (9) sermon (DIV2) 67 Page 116
1403 and not to seeke this reconciliation betweene God and men, and to haue grace and peace multiplied vpon them, he may wel sometimes preach the truth, but not trulie. and not to seek this reconciliation between God and men, and to have grace and peace multiplied upon them, he may well sometime preach the truth, but not truly. cc xx pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp np1 cc n2, cc pc-acp vhi n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp pno32, pns31 vmb av av vvi dt n1, cc-acp xx av-j. (9) sermon (DIV2) 67 Page 116
1404 Likewise those parentes which set foorth their children to learning, with this minde: Likewise those Parents which Set forth their children to learning, with this mind: av d n2 r-crq vvd av po32 n2 p-acp n1, p-acp d n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 68 Page 117
1405 My sonne snall, liue an easie and merie life, hee shall get some liuinges, promotions and dignities in the Church, doe lay acorrupt and rotten foundation, My son snall, live an easy and merry life, he shall get Some livings, promotions and dignities in the Church, do lay acorrupt and rotten Foundation, po11 n1 vmb, vvb dt j cc j n1, pns31 vmb vvi d n2-vvg, n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, vdb vvi j cc j-vvn n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 68 Page 117
1406 and haue not learned this doctrine of the Apostle, and therfore the building followes agreeablie: and have not learned this Doctrine of the Apostle, and Therefore the building follows agreeably: cc vhb xx vvn d n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av dt n1 vvz av-j: (9) sermon (DIV2) 68 Page 117
1407 for the most, when they come to haue learning, not forgetting this lesson which they learned of their fathers, doe become greedy cathers of benefices and promotions, rather then careful feeders of the flock of Christ. for the most, when they come to have learning, not forgetting this Lesson which they learned of their Father's, do become greedy cathers of Benefices and promotions, rather then careful feeders of the flock of christ. c-acp dt ds, c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vhi n1, xx vvg d n1 r-crq pns32 vvd pp-f po32 n2, vdb vvi j n2 pp-f n2 cc n2, av-c cs j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 68 Page 117
1408 But heere it may be obiected, how the Apostle can wish that grace which is the free fauour of God, should bee multiplied vpon them, seeing that Gods loue and fauour doth not increase nor diminish, But Here it may be objected, how the Apostle can wish that grace which is the free favour of God, should be multiplied upon them, seeing that God's love and favour does not increase nor diminish, p-acp av pn31 vmb vbi vvn, c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi d n1 r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32, vvg d ng1 n1 cc n1 vdz xx vvi ccx vvi, (9) sermon (DIV2) 68 Page 117
1409 but hee loueth and fauoureth alwayes alike, being subiect to no alteration or change? This may well bee answered, that Saint Peter doth not speake heer of grace, but he loves and favours always alike, being Subject to no alteration or change? This may well be answered, that Saint Peter does not speak her of grace, cc-acp pns31 vvz cc vvz av av-j, vbg j-jn p-acp dx n1 cc n1? d vmb av vbi vvn, cst n1 np1 vdz xx vvi av pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 68 Page 117
1410 as it is in it selfe in God towards men: as it is in it self in God towards men: c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp pn31 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n2: (9) sermon (DIV2) 68 Page 117
1411 but of their feeling the same, which groweth by degrees from lesse to greater, and because it is a thing so precious, the Apostle wisheth that it may be multiplyed vpon them. but of their feeling the same, which grows by Degrees from less to greater, and Because it is a thing so precious, the Apostle wishes that it may be multiplied upon them. cc-acp pp-f po32 n1 dt d, r-crq vvz p-acp n2 p-acp dc pc-acp jc, cc c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 av j, dt n1 vvz cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32. (9) sermon (DIV2) 68 Page 117
1412 Hee expresseth the meane to be the knowledge and acknowledging of God, and of Iesus Christ our Lord. He Expresses the mean to be the knowledge and acknowledging of God, and of Iesus christ our Lord. pns31 vvz dt j pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc vvg pp-f np1, cc pp-f np1 np1 po12 n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 68 Page 117
1413 3 According as his diuine power hath giuen vnto vs all things that pertaine vnto life and godlinesse, through the acknowledging of him that hath called vs vnto glorie and vertue. 3 According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the acknowledging of him that hath called us unto glory and virtue. crd vvg p-acp po31 j-jn n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 d n2 cst vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f pno31 cst vhz vvn pno12 p-acp n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 69 Page 117
1414 This is fitly ioyned to the former verse, to shew that the aboundance of grace and peace is not without cause required at our handes, This is fitly joined to the former verse, to show that the abundance of grace and peace is not without cause required At our hands, d vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbz xx p-acp n1 vvn p-acp po12 n2, (9) sermon (DIV2) 70 Page 118
1415 as if the Apostle shuld say, You are not to contēt nor to satisfie your selues with a scant measure of Gods giftes and graces, seeing that there is offered vnto you, as if the Apostle should say, You Are not to content nor to satisfy your selves with a scant measure of God's Gifts and graces, seeing that there is offered unto you, c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi, pn22 vbr xx p-acp n1 ccx pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n2 cc n2, vvg cst pc-acp vbz vvn p-acp pn22, (9) sermon (DIV2) 70 Page 118
1416 and set foorth in Christ, vnto whom you may resort as to a storehouse fullie furnished with all treasures, all thinges which pertaine to life and godlinesse. and Set forth in christ, unto whom you may resort as to a storehouse Fully furnished with all treasures, all things which pertain to life and godliness. cc vvd av p-acp np1, p-acp ro-crq pn22 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 av-j vvn p-acp d n2, d n2 r-crq vvi p-acp n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 70 Page 118
1417 Secondly, wee haue to obserue in this verse, when hee saith that all thinges are giuen vnto vs by his diuine power, that heere is nothing left in the worke of our saluation vnto our selues: Secondly, we have to observe in this verse, when he Says that all things Are given unto us by his divine power, that Here is nothing left in the work of our salvation unto our selves: ord, pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, c-crq pns31 vvz cst d n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 j-jn n1, cst av vbz pix vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp po12 n2: (9) sermon (DIV2) 71 Page 118
1418 so that it must needs follow, that these which defend free wil, do not speak with the same Spirit, which the Apostle doeth heere. so that it must needs follow, that these which defend free will, do not speak with the same Spirit, which the Apostle doth Here. av cst pn31 vmb av vvi, cst d r-crq vvb j n1, vdb xx vvi p-acp dt d n1, r-crq dt n1 vdz av. (9) sermon (DIV2) 71 Page 118
1419 For setting foorth a contrarie doctrine to this, it must needes proceede from a contrarie spirit. For setting forth a contrary Doctrine to this, it must needs proceed from a contrary Spirit. p-acp vvg av dt j-jn n1 p-acp d, pn31 vmb av vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 71 Page 118
1420 The Apostle doth not say heere, that all those thinges which wee want, through the weaknesse of our nature, shal bee supplied, The Apostle does not say Here, that all those things which we want, through the weakness of our nature, shall be supplied, dt n1 vdz xx vvi av, cst d d n2 r-crq pns12 vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, vmb vbi vvn, (9) sermon (DIV2) 71 Page 118
1421 but to shew that there is nothing in vs at all, but that wee are quite stript of all thinges which pertaine to life and godlinesse, He speaketh not of repairing or helping in some part, but to show that there is nothing in us At all, but that we Are quite stripped of all things which pertain to life and godliness, He speaks not of repairing or helping in Some part, cc-acp pc-acp vvi cst pc-acp vbz pix p-acp pno12 p-acp d, cc-acp cst pns12 vbr av vvn pp-f d n2 r-crq vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, pns31 vvz xx pp-f vvg cc vvg p-acp d n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 71 Page 118
1422 but of a whole and free gift in euerie part: but of a Whole and free gift in every part: cc-acp pp-f dt j-jn cc j n1 p-acp d n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 71 Page 118
1423 when hee saith without exception that all things are giuen vnto vs by the diuine power which pertaine vnto life, and godlinesse: when he Says without exception that all things Are given unto us by the divine power which pertain unto life, and godliness: c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1 cst d n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j-jn n1 r-crq vvi p-acp n1, cc n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 71 Page 118
1424 and so this doctrine doeth challenge all the praise and glorie of our saluation to God alone. and so this Doctrine doth challenge all the praise and glory of our salvation to God alone. cc av d n1 vdz vvi d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp np1 av-j. (9) sermon (DIV2) 71 Page 118
1425 Thirtllie, it may bee demaunded whie the Apostle should say that all thinges are giuen vnto vs by the diuine power or godhead of our Sauiour Christ, Thirtllie, it may be demanded why the Apostle should say that all things Are given unto us by the divine power or godhead of our Saviour christ, np1, pn31 vmb vbi vvn c-crq dt n1 vmd vvi cst d n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 72 Page 119
1426 when it is manifest that we fetcht all thinges from his manhood: when it is manifest that we fetched all things from his manhood: c-crq pn31 vbz j cst pns12 vvd d n2 p-acp po31 n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 72 Page 119
1427 and therefore he saith in the sixt chapter of Saint Iohn, verse 46. I am that bread of life. and Therefore he Says in the sixt chapter of Saint John, verse 46. I am that bred of life. cc av pns31 vvz p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n1 np1, n1 crd pns11 vbm d n1 pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 72 Page 119
1428 And againe in the 54. verse of that same chapter, He that eateth my flesh, and drinketh my blood I will raise him vp in the last day: And again in the 54. verse of that same chapter, He that Eateth my Flesh, and Drinketh my blood I will raise him up in the last day: cc av p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f d d n1, pns31 cst vvz po11 n1, cc vvz po11 n1 pns11 vmb vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp dt ord n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 72 Page 119
1429 For my flesh is meate indeede, and my blood is drinke indeede. For my Flesh is meat indeed, and my blood is drink indeed. c-acp po11 n1 vbz n1 av, cc po11 n1 vbz n1 av. (9) sermon (DIV2) 72 Page 119
1430 By this it is manifest, that life is giuen vnto the worlde by the manhoode of Christ. By this it is manifest, that life is given unto the world by the manhood of christ. p-acp d pn31 vbz j, cst n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 72 Page 119
1431 The answere is easie, that Christ in his manhood is a creature, and therefore hath nothing of his owne, The answer is easy, that christ in his manhood is a creature, and Therefore hath nothing of his own, dt n1 vbz j, cst np1 p-acp po31 n1 vbz dt n1, cc av vhz pix pp-f po31 d, (9) sermon (DIV2) 72 Page 119
1432 but whatsoeuer is in him, as to bee the life of the worlde, and the light of men, but whatsoever is in him, as to be the life of the world, and the Light of men, cc-acp r-crq vbz p-acp pno31, c-acp pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2, (9) sermon (DIV2) 72 Page 119
1433 and to haue in him all the treasures of wisedome: This commeth from the Diuine nature, which dwelleth in him bodilie, as Saint Paule speaketh. and to have in him all the treasures of Wisdom: This comes from the Divine nature, which dwells in him bodily, as Saint Paul speaks. cc pc-acp vhi p-acp pno31 d dt n2 pp-f n1: d vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1, r-crq vvz p-acp pno31 j, c-acp n1 np1 vvz. (9) sermon (DIV2) 72 Page 119
1434 Now the cause why all these are put into the manhood of Christ, is that from thence wee may bee partakers of them: Now the cause why all these Are put into the manhood of christ, is that from thence we may be partakers of them: av dt n1 c-crq d d vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz d p-acp av pns12 vmb vbi n2 pp-f pno32: (9) sermon (DIV2) 72 Page 119
1435 for so long as they haue residence onelie in GOD, wee are so farre remooued from him that by no meanes wee can approach or come neere vnto him to drawe out of him anie droppe of the same. for so long as they have residence only in GOD, we Are so Far removed from him that by no means we can approach or come near unto him to draw out of him any drop of the same. c-acp av av-j c-acp pns32 vhb n1 av-j p-acp np1, pns12 vbr av av-j vvn p-acp pno31 cst p-acp dx n2 pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi av-j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi av pp-f pno31 d n1 pp-f dt d. (9) sermon (DIV2) 72 Page 119
1436 Therefore though all thinges bee giuen vs by this meanes, that GOD hath put them into the flesh of Christ, Therefore though all things be given us by this means, that GOD hath put them into the Flesh of christ, av cs d n2 vbb vvn pno12 p-acp d n2, cst np1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 72 Page 119
1437 and so is come downe neere vnto vs, that wee may lay fast holde of him: and so is come down near unto us, that we may lay fast hold of him: cc av vbz vvn a-acp av-j p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vmb vvi av-j n1 pp-f pno31: (9) sermon (DIV2) 72 Page 120
1438 yet neuerthelesse because the propriety of them remaineth still in the diuine nature, the gift of them is heere ascribed vnto the power thereof. yet nevertheless Because the propriety of them remains still in the divine nature, the gift of them is Here ascribed unto the power thereof. av av c-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 vvz av p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f pno32 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 av. (9) sermon (DIV2) 72 Page 120
1439 Fourthlie, we are to note in this verse, that the Apostle doth brieflie set downe the end and sum of religion, Fourthly, we Are to note in this verse, that the Apostle does briefly Set down the end and sum of Religion, ord, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, cst dt n1 vdz av-j vvi a-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 120
1440 and of all these giftes, when he saith, which pertaine to life and godlinesse: and of all these Gifts, when he Says, which pertain to life and godliness: cc pp-f d d n2, c-crq pns31 vvz, r-crq vvi p-acp n1 cc n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 120
1441 for in these two wordes, vnto which the other two doe answer, which are set downe in the latter end of the verse, glorie and vertue, all those giftes are contained. for in these two words, unto which the other two doe answer, which Are Set down in the latter end of the verse, glory and virtue, all those Gifts Are contained. p-acp p-acp d crd n2, p-acp r-crq dt j-jn crd n1 n1, r-crq vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 cc n1, d d n2 vbr vvn. (9) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 120
1442 For that which hee expressed first by life, heere by glorie: that which before he called godlinesse, heere he calleth vertue: they are as much as to say, eternall felicitie, For that which he expressed First by life, Here by glory: that which before he called godliness, Here he calls virtue: they Are as much as to say, Eternal felicity, p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvd ord p-acp n1, av p-acp n1: cst r-crq p-acp pns31 vvd n1, av pns31 vvz n1: pns32 vbr p-acp d c-acp pc-acp vvi, j n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 120
1443 and life with glorie, & the way which wee must passe through to the same, which is godlinesse and vertue. and life with glory, & the Way which we must pass through to the same, which is godliness and virtue. cc n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 r-crq pns12 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt d, r-crq vbz n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 120
1444 Heere wee are to take great heede, that wee doe not seuer or sunder those thinges which the Lord himselfe hath so neerly coupled and linked together. Here we Are to take great heed, that we do not sever or sunder those things which the Lord himself hath so nearly coupled and linked together. av pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi j n1, cst pns12 vdb xx vvi cc vvi d n2 r-crq dt n1 px31 vhz av av-j vvn cc vvn av. (9) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 120
1445 And this admonition is so much the more necessarie, because there are very many carnall professours and beastlie abusers of Christianitie, which doe seeme verie willinglie and gladly to imbrace the promises of the Gospel, concerning redemption and eternall life purchased in Christ Iesus: And this admonition is so much the more necessary, Because there Are very many carnal professors and beastly Abusers of Christianity, which do seem very willingly and gladly to embrace the promises of the Gospel, Concerning redemption and Eternal life purchased in christ Iesus: cc d n1 vbz av av-d dt av-dc j, c-acp pc-acp vbr av d j n2 cc j n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vdb vvi av av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvg n1 cc j n1 vvn p-acp np1 np1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 120
1446 and they make great boast that they looke for their part in the same as wel as any other, and they make great boast that they look for their part in the same as well as any other, cc pns32 vvb j n1 cst pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt d c-acp av c-acp d n-jn, (9) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 120
1447 and yet they looke nothing at all to this godlinesse and vertue, through which wee must passe vnto it, and yet they look nothing At all to this godliness and virtue, through which we must pass unto it, cc av pns32 vvb pix p-acp d p-acp d n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, (9) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 120
1448 for God hath not called vs, but as he saith heere, to glorie and vertue, so that whomsoeuer the Lord hath called to knowe him aright, for God hath not called us, but as he Says Here, to glory and virtue, so that whomsoever the Lord hath called to know him aright, c-acp np1 vhz xx vvn pno12, cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvz av, p-acp n1 cc n1, av d ro-crq dt n1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pno31 av, (9) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 121
1449 and so to bee made heires of eternall glorie, he hath also garnished them with vertues and graces of the spirite of sanctification. and so to be made Heirs of Eternal glory, he hath also garnished them with Virtues and graces of the Spirit of sanctification. cc av pc-acp vbi vvn n2 pp-f j n1, pns31 vhz av vvn pno32 p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 121
1450 Vntill such time therefore, as there shall rise vp a new Peter, which with contrarie pen shall write a new and contrary Gospel, these men shall neuer assure themselues, Until such time Therefore, as there shall rise up a new Peter, which with contrary pen shall write a new and contrary Gospel, these men shall never assure themselves, c-acp d n1 av, c-acp pc-acp vmb vvi a-acp dt j np1, r-crq p-acp j-jn n1 vmb vvi dt j cc j-jn n1, d n2 vmb av-x vvi px32, (9) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 121
1451 nor yet perswade others that they shall euer come to the kingdome of God, seeing they goe a quite contrarie way. nor yet persuade Others that they shall ever come to the Kingdom of God, seeing they go a quite contrary Way. ccx av vvi n2-jn cst pns32 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg pns32 vvb dt av j-jn n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 73 Page 121
1452 4 Whereby most great and precious promises are giuen vnto vs, &c. Now he sheweth by what means or by what instruments the diuine power doth bestow those giftes vpon vs, 4 Whereby most great and precious promises Are given unto us, etc. Now he shows by what means or by what Instruments the divine power does bestow those Gifts upon us, crd c-crq ds j cc j n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno12, av av pns31 vvz p-acp r-crq n2 cc p-acp r-crq n2 dt j-jn n1 vdz vvi d n2 p-acp pno12, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 121
1453 and the same are as hee calleth them, most great and precious promises which are giuen vnto vs, whereby wee are called to glorie and vertue, and the same Are as he calls them, most great and precious promises which Are given unto us, whereby we Are called to glory and virtue, cc dt d vbr c-acp pns31 vvz pno32, av-ds j cc j n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno12, c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 121
1454 as hee speaketh in the former verse: as he speaks in the former verse: c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt j n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 121
1455 these are called most great and precious, because the thinges which are offered vnto vs in the Gospell of Christ, these Are called most great and precious, Because the things which Are offered unto us in the Gospel of christ, d vbr vvn av-ds j cc j, c-acp dt n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 121
1456 for greatnes and dignitie are incomparable. for greatness and dignity Are incomparable. p-acp n1 cc n1 vbr j. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 121
1457 For what can wee seeke out to match with this that heere is offered vnto vs? namelie, the remission of our sinnes in the blood of his sonne, deliuerance and freedome from the thraldome of Satan and power of darknesse, that of damned creatures and children of his wrath, he hath giuen vs this high dignitie to be his sonnes and daughters: For what can we seek out to match with this that Here is offered unto us? namely, the remission of our Sins in the blood of his son, deliverance and freedom from the thraldom of Satan and power of darkness, that of damned creatures and children of his wrath, he hath given us this high dignity to be his Sons and daughters: p-acp q-crq vmb pns12 vvi av pc-acp vvi p-acp d cst av vbz vvn p-acp pno12? av, dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cst pp-f j-vvn n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vhz vvn pno12 d j n1 pc-acp vbi po31 n2 cc n2: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 121
1458 and as S. Iohn saith, Reuel. 1. Christ hath washed vs in his blood, and made vs Kinges and Priestes to God his father: and as S. John Says, Revel. 1. christ hath washed us in his blood, and made us Kings and Priests to God his father: cc c-acp n1 np1 vvz, vvb. crd np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvd pno12 n2 cc n2 p-acp np1 po31 n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 121
1459 what a change is this, from the lowest miserie, euen in the gulfe of hell, to be lifted vp to the highest dignitie, to be glorified with God in the kingdome of heauen? Because therefore these things are the greatest and most honorable, Saint Peter calleth the promises of the Gospel, most great and precious. what a change is this, from the lowest misery, even in the gulf of hell, to be lifted up to the highest dignity, to be glorified with God in the Kingdom of heaven? Because Therefore these things Are the greatest and most honourable, Saint Peter calls the promises of the Gospel, most great and precious. r-crq dt n1 vbz d, p-acp dt js n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt js n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? p-acp av d n2 vbr dt js cc av-ds j, n1 np1 vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1, av-ds j cc j. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 122
1460 But wherefore doth the Apostle ascribe all to the doctrine of the Gospel? for when he saith, that by these wee are made partakers of the diuine nature, he includeth all. But Wherefore does the Apostle ascribe all to the Doctrine of the Gospel? for when he Says, that by these we Are made partakers of the divine nature, he includeth all. p-acp q-crq vdz dt n1 vvb d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? p-acp c-crq pns31 vvz, cst p-acp d pns12 vbr vvn n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, pns31 vvz d. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 122
1461 Because it is by the Gospell that wee are called home to the Lord: Because it is by the Gospel that we Are called home to the Lord: p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cst pns12 vbr vvn av-an p-acp dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 122
1462 for although he vtter his will vnto vs in his Lawe, yet therein hee sheweth himselfe none otherwise vnto vs, for although he utter his will unto us in his Law, yet therein he shows himself none otherwise unto us, c-acp cs pns31 vvb po31 n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1, av av pns31 vvz px31 pix av p-acp pno12, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 122
1463 but as a seuere Iudge, wee can see nothing there, but the dreadfull curse and vengeance of eternall fire: but as a severe Judge, we can see nothing there, but the dreadful curse and vengeance of Eternal fire: cc-acp c-acp dt j n1, pns12 vmb vvi pix a-acp, cc-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 122
1464 his brightnesse appeareth therein, but we bee not able to beholde the same, but are dazeled with the sight thereof, amazed and confounded, his brightness appears therein, but we be not able to behold the same, but Are dazzled with the sighed thereof, amazed and confounded, png31 n1 vvz av, cc-acp pns12 vbb xx j pc-acp vvi dt d, cc-acp vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 av, vvn cc vvn, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 122
1465 so that wee cannot but runne from him, because there is nothing but that which is terrible. so that we cannot but run from him, Because there is nothing but that which is terrible. av cst pns12 vmbx p-acp vvi p-acp pno31, c-acp pc-acp vbz pix cc-acp cst r-crq vbz j. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 122
1466 Contrariwise, in the Gospell, hee hath reuealed himselfe in the face of his sonne, where hee sheweth an exceeding glorie, Contrariwise, in the Gospel, he hath revealed himself in the face of his son, where he shows an exceeding glory, av, p-acp dt n1, pns31 vhz vvn px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vvz dt j-vvg n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 122
1467 but with such fatherlie loue and pitie, such abundance of mercie, and sweet allurements, by which he calleth vs and draweth vs to himselfe: but with such fatherly love and pity, such abundance of mercy, and sweet allurements, by which he calls us and draws us to himself: cc-acp p-acp d j n1 cc n1, d n1 pp-f n1, cc j n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pno12 cc vvz pno12 pc-acp px31: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 122
1468 that heer wee are able to looke vpon him with open face, and heere his countenance is so cheerefull, that the soule which hath once, with the cie of faith seene but a glimse thereof is so inflamed and rauished with desire of a neerer and fuller sight, that it can neuer be satisfied. that her we Are able to look upon him with open face, and Here his countenance is so cheerful, that the soul which hath once, with the Cite of faith seen but a glimpse thereof is so inflamed and ravished with desire of a nearer and fuller sighed, that it can never be satisfied. d av pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp j n1, cc av po31 n1 vbz av j, cst dt n1 r-crq vhz a-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 av vbz av vvn cc vvn p-acp n1 pp-f dt jc cc jc n1, cst pn31 vmb av-x vbb vvn. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 123
1469 For this cause Saint Paule making comparison betweene the ministerie of the Law and the ministerie of the Gospell, 2. Cor. 3. tearmeth that the ministration of death, and the letter which killeth; For this cause Saint Paul making comparison between the Ministry of the Law and the Ministry of the Gospel, 2. Cor. 3. termeth that the ministration of death, and the Letter which kills; p-acp d n1 n1 np1 vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd vvz d dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 r-crq vvz; (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 123
1470 and this the ministration of the spirit which giueth life. and this the ministration of the Spirit which gives life. cc d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vvz n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 123
1471 Which by the way also is to bee obserued, because there bee at this day among vs many frantike brains: Which by the Way also is to be observed, Because there be At this day among us many frantic brains: r-crq p-acp dt n1 av vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp pc-acp vbi p-acp d n1 p-acp pno12 d j n2: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 123
1472 namely those of the Family of loue, which cal the true & sound interpreting of the word, the literal sense, namely those of the Family of love, which call the true & found interpreting of the word, the literal sense, av d pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvb dt j cc j n-vvg pp-f dt n1, dt j n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 123
1473 or the letter which killeth, and their owne grosse and foolish allegories the spirit: not knowing that Saint Peter speaketh of the difference betweene the Lawe, and the Gospell. or the Letter which kills, and their own gross and foolish allegories the Spirit: not knowing that Saint Peter speaks of the difference between the Law, and the Gospel. cc dt n1 r-crq vvz, cc po32 d j cc j n2 dt n1: xx vvg d n1 np1 vvz pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 123
1474 Heere also appeareth of what price and dignitie the Gospell is: Here also appears of what price and dignity the Gospel is: av av vvz pp-f r-crq n1 cc n1 dt n1 vbz: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 123
1475 for who can set foorth the worthinesse of this, when hee saith, that by these promises we are made partakers of the diuine nature. for who can Set forth the worthiness of this, when he Says, that by these promises we Are made partakers of the divine nature. p-acp r-crq vmb vvi av dt n1 pp-f d, c-crq pns31 vvz, cst p-acp d n2 pns12 vbr vvn n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 123
1476 We were indeed at the first created after the image of GOD, and so partakers of his nature: We were indeed At the First created After the image of GOD, and so partakers of his nature: pns12 vbdr av p-acp dt ord vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av n2 pp-f po31 n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 123
1477 but wee lost all this with our first parentes, and in steed thereof wee were made partakers of the diuelish nature, bearing his image, and fulfilling his lustes. but we lost all this with our First Parents, and in steed thereof we were made partakers of the devilish nature, bearing his image, and fulfilling his lusts. cc-acp pns12 vvd d d p-acp po12 ord n2, cc p-acp n1 av pns12 vbdr vvn n2 pp-f dt j n1, vvg po31 n1, cc vvg po31 n2. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 123
1478 Now by faith in the Gospell, this image is restored and built vp in vs againe, Now by faith in the Gospel, this image is restored and built up in us again, av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, d n1 vbz vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp pno12 av, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 123
1479 whilest we receiue the spirite of sanctification ioyned with the same. whilst we receive the Spirit of sanctification joined with the same. cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp dt d. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 123
1480 If men did knowe this first, that all happinesse in men is to bee made partakers of the nature of God, and to communicate with him: If men did know this First, that all happiness in men is to be made partakers of the nature of God, and to communicate with him: cs n2 vdd vvi d ord, cst d n1 p-acp n2 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 123
1481 and then that this is wrought onely by the Gospell: and then that this is wrought only by the Gospel: cc av cst d vbz vvn av-j p-acp dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 123
1482 men woulde not so lothsomelie despise it, and preferre euery light commodity, & trifling pleasure before it: men would not so lothsomelie despise it, and prefer every Light commodity, & trifling pleasure before it: n2 vmd xx av av-j vvi pn31, cc vvb d j n1, cc j-vvg n1 p-acp pn31: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 124
1483 men would not seeke to disgrace and slander it: men would not seek to disgrace and slander it: n2 vmd xx vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 124
1484 men would not be so soone wearie in hearing of it, nor thinke euerie houre tenne, while they be at it. men would not be so soon weary in hearing of it, nor think every hour tenne, while they be At it. n2 vmd xx vbi av av j p-acp vvg pp-f pn31, ccx vvb d n1 crd, cs pns32 vbb p-acp pn31. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 124
1485 Finally men, vnlesse they were mad men, would not as they do now almost euerie where, thinke themselues best at ease when it is furthest from them: Finally men, unless they were mad men, would not as they do now almost every where, think themselves best At ease when it is furthest from them: av-j n2, cs pns32 vbdr j n2, vmd xx c-acp pns32 vdb av av d c-crq, vvb px32 js p-acp n1 c-crq pn31 vbz js p-acp pno32: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 124
1486 for who would willinglie throwe himselfe headlong to destruction? who would so play the mad beastes, for who would willingly throw himself headlong to destruction? who would so play the mad beasts, p-acp r-crq vmd av-j vvi px31 av-j p-acp n1? q-crq vmd av vvi dt j n2, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 124
1487 as to thrust God from them, and refuse to bee made partakers of his heauenlie nature? which all they doe, that haue as yet felt no sweetnesse in the Gospell, as to thrust God from them, and refuse to be made partakers of his heavenly nature? which all they do, that have as yet felt no sweetness in the Gospel, c-acp pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp pno32, cc vvb pc-acp vbi vvn n2 pp-f po31 j n1? q-crq d pns32 vdb, cst vhb p-acp av vvd dx n1 p-acp dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 124
1488 or at least haue so little tasted that it can scarse obtaine colde loue at their hands. or At least have so little tasted that it can scarce obtain cold love At their hands. cc p-acp ds vhb av av-j vvn cst pn31 vmb av-j vvi j-jn n1 p-acp po32 n2. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 124
1489 But there needeth somewhat to bee said vpon the phrase of speech which Saint Peter vseth, But there needs somewhat to be said upon the phrase of speech which Saint Peter uses, p-acp a-acp vvz av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq n1 np1 vvz, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 124
1490 for it is somewhat harde to some, and as it was in olde time foully abused by Heretikes, for it is somewhat harden to Some, and as it was in old time foully abused by Heretics, c-acp pn31 vbz av j p-acp d, cc c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp j n1 av-j vvn p-acp n2, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 124
1491 so is it wickedly at this day peruerted by the louelie Familie, which holding this doctrine that men are deified, so is it wickedly At this day perverted by the lovely Family, which holding this Doctrine that men Are deified, av vbz pn31 av-j p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vvg d n1 cst n2 vbr vvn, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 124
1492 and God is hominified, as their language is, meaning that the verie essence and substance of God is transfused into men, and God is hominified, as their language is, meaning that the very essence and substance of God is transfused into men, cc np1 vbz vvn, c-acp po32 n1 vbz, vvg cst dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp n2, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 124
1493 and his substance and theirs mingled togither, take great holde of this, that the Apostle saith, We are made partakers of the diuine nature. and his substance and theirs mingled together, take great hold of this, that the Apostle Says, We Are made partakers of the divine nature. cc po31 n1 cc png32 j-vvn av, vvb j n1 pp-f d, cst dt n1 vvz, pns12 vbr vvn n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 124
1494 But you shal see that euery simple man may casilie confute them: But you shall see that every simple man may casilie confute them: p-acp pn22 vmb vvi cst d j n1 vmb av-j vvi pno32: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 124
1495 if we aske what the nature of an horse is, will a man answer that he is made of the earth: if we ask what the nature of an horse is, will a man answer that he is made of the earth: cs pns12 vvb r-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz, vmb dt n1 n1 cst pns31 vbz vvn pp-f dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 124
1496 then a horse and a man are both of one nature, forman is also made of the earth: then a horse and a man Are both of one nature, Forman is also made of the earth: av dt n1 cc dt n1 vbr d pp-f crd n1, zz vbz av vvn pp-f dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 124
1497 It is manifest then that none is so foolish but hee will confesse, that when we speake of the nature of any thing, we meane not the substance, but the qualities and properties: It is manifest then that none is so foolish but he will confess, that when we speak of the nature of any thing, we mean not the substance, but the qualities and properties: pn31 vbz j av cst pix vbz av j p-acp pns31 vmb vvi, cst c-crq pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1, pns12 vvb xx dt n1, cc-acp dt n2 cc n2: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 125
1498 euen so in this place we must needs graunt, that by the diuine nature in this place is nothing els meant, even so in this place we must needs grant, that by the divine nature in this place is nothing Else meant, av av p-acp d n1 pns12 vmb av vvi, cst p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp d n1 vbz pix av vvd, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 125
1499 but that there shuld be such a nature and such qualities in men, as may carie a resemblance of the diuine nature: but that there should be such a nature and such qualities in men, as may carry a resemblance of the divine nature: cc-acp cst a-acp vmd vbi d dt n1 cc d n2 p-acp n2, c-acp vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 125
1500 as for example, God is holie, we must bee holie, he is pure, good, iust, gracious, bountifull, louing and mercifull, all these and such like must be also in vs: as for Exampl, God is holy, we must be holy, he is pure, good, just, gracious, bountiful, loving and merciful, all these and such like must be also in us: c-acp p-acp n1, np1 vbz j, pns12 vmb vbi j, pns31 vbz j, j, j, j, j, vvg cc j, d d cc d j vmb vbi av p-acp pno12: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 125
1501 wee shall also come to bee partakers of life, of glorie, of ioy, of happinesse, and eternitie, and so in a neerer sort to bee partakers of the diuine nature: we shall also come to be partakers of life, of glory, of joy, of happiness, and eternity, and so in a nearer sort to be partakers of the divine nature: pns12 vmb av vvi pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f n1, pp-f n1, pp-f n1, pp-f n1, cc n1, cc av p-acp dt jc n1 pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 125
1502 What are all those now the better, which haue so receiued the precious promises, that their qualities are euen as agreeable to the nature of God, What Are all those now the better, which have so received the precious promises, that their qualities Are even as agreeable to the nature of God, q-crq vbr d d av dt jc, r-crq vhb av vvn dt j n2, cst po32 n2 vbr av p-acp j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 125
1503 as light is with darknesse, or Heauen with Hell, or Christ with Beliall? Sith so manie shamefull and beastlie sinnes, flow & raigne in them, which are so manie partakinges of the Diuelish nature, let them for shame denie that they haue ought wherin they communicate with God, in anie thing sauing a bare profession. as Light is with darkness, or Heaven with Hell, or christ with Belial? Sith so many shameful and beastly Sins, flow & Reign in them, which Are so many partakings of the Devilish nature, let them for shame deny that they have ought wherein they communicate with God, in any thing Saving a bore profession. c-acp n1 vbz p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp n1, cc np1 p-acp np1? a-acp av d j cc j n2, vvb cc vvi p-acp pno32, r-crq vbr av d n2-vvg pp-f dt j n1, vvb pno32 p-acp n1 vvi cst pns32 vhb vmd c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp np1, p-acp d n1 vvg dt j n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 125
1504 Then what is it which maketh a good man? The promises of the Gospell. What is it which bringeth life and saluation? The Gospell. Then what is it which makes a good man? The promises of the Gospel. What is it which brings life and salvation? The Gospel. av q-crq vbz pn31 r-crq vvz dt j n1? dt n2 pp-f dt n1. q-crq vbz pn31 r-crq vvz n1 cc n1? dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 125
1505 Who are they which haue imbraced the promises, & haue the true and liuely faith? The holy. Who Are they which have embraced the promises, & have the true and lively faith? The holy. q-crq vbr pns32 r-crq vhb vvn dt n2, cc vhb dt j cc j n1? dt j. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 125
1506 Who are they whom God hath called to life eternall, to bee those whome he loueth as children, bearing his Image? The pure and vndefiled. Who Are they whom God hath called to life Eternal, to be those whom he loves as children, bearing his Image? The pure and undefiled. q-crq vbr pns32 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp n1 j, pc-acp vbi d r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n2, vvg po31 n1? dt j cc j. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 126
1507 In the last clause of this verse he sheweth his meaning very plainlie, In that, saith hee, yee flee the corruptions which are in the world through lust. In the last clause of this verse he shows his meaning very plainly, In that, Says he, ye flee the corruptions which Are in the world through lust. p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1 pns31 vvz po31 n1 av av-j, p-acp d, vvz pns31, pn22 vvb dt n2 r-crq vbr p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 126
1508 This is the way to bee made partakers of the diuine nature, for as corruptions and filthie defilinges the more they cleaue vnto vs, the more they separate vs from the Lord: This is the Way to be made partakers of the divine nature, for as corruptions and filthy defilinges the more they cleave unto us, the more they separate us from the Lord: d vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, c-acp c-acp n2 cc j n2 dt av-dc pns32 vvb p-acp pno12, dt av-dc pns32 vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 126
1509 so contrariwise, the more a man doth flie and eschewe them, so much the neerer hee doth approch vnto God, who is the fountaine of all puritie. so contrariwise, the more a man does fly and eschew them, so much the nearer he does approach unto God, who is the fountain of all purity. av av, dt av-dc dt n1 vdz vvi cc vvi pno32, av av-d dt av-jc pns31 vdz vvi p-acp np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 126
1510 VVee are heere to note that Saint Peter maketh all corruption and naughtinesse in the worlde to spring out of concupiscence: We Are Here to note that Saint Peter makes all corruption and naughtiness in the world to spring out of concupiscence: pns12 vbr av pc-acp vvi d n1 np1 vvz d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi av pp-f n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 126
1511 or as it is vsuallie translated, Lust: or as it is usually translated, Lust: cc c-acp pn31 vbz av-j vvn, n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 126
1512 where wee must learne first, what this concupiscence or lust is, which is heere sayd to bee as it were the seate of sinne, where we must Learn First, what this concupiscence or lust is, which is Here said to be as it were the seat of sin, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi ord, r-crq d n1 cc n1 vbz, r-crq vbz av vvn pc-acp vbi c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 126
1513 and indeede it is the roote and fountaine out of which groweth and floweth all euill that is committed in the worlde, either in thought, word, or deed: and indeed it is the root and fountain out of which grows and flows all evil that is committed in the world, either in Thought, word, or deed: cc av pn31 vbz dt n1 cc n1 av pp-f r-crq vvz cc vvz d n-jn cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, av-d p-acp n1, n1, cc n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 126
1514 to bee short, this is that which is forbidden in the tenth commandement, when he saith, Thou shalt not couet: at least so much of it is forbidden there, to be short, this is that which is forbidden in the tenth Commandment, when he Says, Thou shalt not covet: At least so much of it is forbidden there, pc-acp vbi j, d vbz d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n1, c-crq pns31 vvz, pns21 vm2 xx vvi: p-acp ds av d pp-f pn31 vbz vvn a-acp, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 126
1515 as pertaineth to the second Table, that is the roote and fountaine of all euill against men, as pertaineth to the second Table, that is the root and fountain of all evil against men, c-acp vvz p-acp dt ord n1, cst vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n-jn p-acp n2, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 126
1516 for there is nothing recited in the same last commaundement, but towarde men: for there is nothing recited in the same last Commandment, but toward men: c-acp pc-acp vbz pix vvn p-acp dt d ord n1, cc-acp p-acp n2: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 126
1517 and when our Sauiour Christ setteth foorth the summe of the first Table, he saith it is to loue the Lord with all the heart, withall the soule, &c. Now where the whole heart is required, there concupiscence must needes be forbidden: and when our Saviour christ sets forth the sum of the First Table, he Says it is to love the Lord with all the heart, withal the soul, etc. Now where the Whole heart is required, there concupiscence must needs be forbidden: cc c-crq po12 n1 np1 vvz av dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1, pns31 vvz pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d dt n1, av dt n1, av av c-crq dt j-jn n1 vbz vvn, a-acp n1 vmb av vbi vvn: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 126
1518 but yee will say, what is it? wherein doth it consist? It is not in deeds, wordes, but ye will say, what is it? wherein does it consist? It is not in Deeds, words, p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, r-crq vbz pn31? q-crq vdz pn31 vvi? pn31 vbz xx p-acp n2, n2, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 127
1519 nor thoughts, but a more close and inwarde sicknesse, bred as they say in the bones, the naturall blot and spot of originall sinne, which we haue by inheritance from our first parentes, nor thoughts, but a more close and inward sickness, bred as they say in the bones, the natural blot and spot of original sin, which we have by inheritance from our First Parents, ccx n2, cc-acp dt av-dc j cc j n1, vvn c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dt n2, dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq pns12 vhb p-acp n1 p-acp po12 ord n2, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 127
1520 and bring with vs out of our mothers womb, out of which al euil thoughts and desires doe arise in vs. Saint Iames in the first chapter of his epistle maketh it the wombe and mother which conceiueth and bringeth forth sin, Let no man (saith hee) when hee is tempted, say, I am tempted of God, and bring with us out of our mother's womb, out of which all evil thoughts and Desires do arise in us Saint James in the First chapter of his epistle makes it the womb and mother which conceiveth and brings forth since, Let no man (Says he) when he is tempted, say, I am tempted of God, cc vvi p-acp pno12 av pp-f po12 ng1 n1, av pp-f r-crq d j-jn n2 cc n2 vdb vvi p-acp pno12 n1 np1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvz pn31 dt n1 cc n1 r-crq vvz cc vvz av n1, vvb dx n1 (vvz pns31) c-crq pns31 vbz vvn, vvb, pns11 vbm vvn pp-f np1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 127
1521 for God cannot be tempted with euill, neither tempteth hee any man, but euerie one is tempted when hee is drawne away by his own concupiscence, and is entised: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempts he any man, but every one is tempted when he is drawn away by his own concupiscence, and is enticed: c-acp np1 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp j-jn, av-dx vvz pns31 d n1, cc-acp d pi vbz vvn c-crq pns31 vbz vvn av p-acp po31 d n1, cc vbz vvn: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 127
1522 then lust when it hath conceiued, bringeth forth sinne, and sinne when it is finished bringeth foorth death. then lust when it hath conceived, brings forth sin, and sin when it is finished brings forth death. av n1 c-crq pn31 vhz vvn, vvz av n1, cc n1 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn vvz av n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 127
1523 The first thing we haue heere to note in this doctrine is this: that all corruption is of our selues, not comming from any outward cause: The First thing we have Here to note in this Doctrine is this: that all corruption is of our selves, not coming from any outward cause: dt ord n1 pns12 vhb av pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 vbz d: cst d n1 vbz pp-f po12 n2, xx vvg p-acp d j n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 127
1524 It is true that Satan is an instrument, and as it were the bellowes to stirre and kindle in vs the lustes of sinne, It is true that Satan is an Instrument, and as it were the bellows to stir and kindle in us the lusts of sin, pn31 vbz j cst np1 vbz dt n1, cc c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pno12 dt n2 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 127
1525 and beareth a verie great stroke in the matter, but if it were not for this concupiscence that is in vs, hee could not bring his matters to passe, the prouocations and allurementes of wicked men, are so manie meanes to driue vs and drawe vs into sinne, and bears a very great stroke in the matter, but if it were not for this concupiscence that is in us, he could not bring his matters to pass, the provocations and allurements of wicked men, Are so many means to driven us and draw us into sin, cc vvz dt j j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp cs pn31 vbdr xx p-acp d n1 cst vbz p-acp pno12, pns31 vmd xx vvi po31 n2 pc-acp vvi, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j n2, vbr av d n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 cc vvb pno12 p-acp n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 127
1526 but yet the cause is in our selues. but yet the cause is in our selves. cc-acp av dt n1 vbz p-acp po12 n2. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 127
1527 A chiefe point to bee obserued that we may lerne to condemne our selues when wee haue done amisse, A chief point to be observed that we may Learn to condemn our selves when we have done amiss, dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cst pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi po12 n2 c-crq pns12 vhb vdn av, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 127
1528 and not after the maner of men, which looke when they haue faulted howe they may disburthen themselues, and not After the manner of men, which look when they have faulted how they may disburthen themselves, cc xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vvb c-crq pns32 vhb vvn c-crq pns32 vmb vvi px32, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 128
1529 and bee discharged of the blame, and therefore they will either crie out of the diuel, and be discharged of the blame, and Therefore they will either cry out of the Devil, cc vbi vvn pp-f dt n1, cc av pns32 vmb av-d vvi av pp-f dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 128
1530 as though he, as they say, ought them a shame, or els they will say, woe woorth such or such that euer I knew them, as though he, as they say, ought them a shame, or Else they will say, woe worth such or such that ever I knew them, c-acp cs pns31, c-acp pns32 vvb, vmd pns32 dt n1, cc av pns32 vmb vvi, n1 j d cc d cst av pns11 vvd pno32, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 128
1531 if it had not been for them, I should not haue done thus. if it had not been for them, I should not have done thus. cs pn31 vhd xx vbn p-acp pno32, pns11 vmd xx vhi vdn av. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 128
1532 The Prophet Dauid when he had committed murther and adulterie, being reprooued by Nathan, although he knewe right well that the Diuell was a greate furtherer, in the matter: The Prophet David when he had committed murder and adultery, being reproved by Nathan, although he knew right well that the devil was a great furtherer, in the matter: dt n1 np1 c-crq pns31 vhd vvn n1 cc n1, vbg vvn p-acp np1, cs pns31 vvd av-jn av cst dt n1 vbds dt j n1, p-acp dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 128
1533 likewise he might haue thought vpon the fonde dealing of the woman, which so vndiscreetlie washed her selfe in such a place as others might see her: likewise he might have Thought upon the fond dealing of the woman, which so undiscreetly washed her self in such a place as Others might see her: av pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f dt n1, r-crq av av-j vvn po31 n1 p-acp d dt n1 p-acp n2-jn vmd vvi pno31: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 128
1534 yet he letteth these go, and to the end he may wholy and fullie condemne himselfe, hee looketh home to the welspring of all this foule and beastlie sinne, yet he lets these go, and to the end he may wholly and Fully condemn himself, he looks home to the wellspring of all this foul and beastly sin, av pns31 vvz d vvb, cc p-acp dt n1 pns31 vmb av-jn cc av-j vvi px31, pns31 vvz av-an p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d j cc j n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 128
1535 & saith, Behold I was borne in wickednes, and in sinne hath my mother conceiued mee: as if he should say: & Says, Behold I was born in wickedness, and in sin hath my mother conceived me: as if he should say: cc vvz, vvb pns11 vbds vvn p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 vhz po11 n1 vvd pno11: c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 128
1536 O Lord, I cannot seeke any way to be excused, for all this rebellion against thee, is conceiued and bred in mine owne corrupt breast, I brought the roote of it from my mothers wombe. Oh Lord, I cannot seek any Way to be excused, for all this rebellion against thee, is conceived and bred in mine own corrupt breast, I brought the root of it from my mother's womb. uh n1, pns11 vmbx vvi d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp d d n1 p-acp pno21, vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp po11 d j n1, pns11 vvd dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po11 ng1 n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 128
1537 This is a good lesson for vs to learne: This is a good Lesson for us to Learn: d vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 128
1538 for so long as we do not know it, but like partiall and corrupt iudges go about to excuse our selues, for so long as we do not know it, but like partial and corrupt judges go about to excuse our selves, c-acp av av-j c-acp pns12 vdb xx vvi pn31, cc-acp av-j j cc j n2 vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n2, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 128
1539 & to rid our hands of that we haue committed, we shall neuer come to any sincere repentance. & to rid our hands of that we have committed, we shall never come to any sincere Repentance. cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 pp-f cst pns12 vhb vvn, pns12 vmb av-x vvi p-acp d j n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 128
1540 Further, wee are heere to obserue in this place, that all corruption comming from this lust, Further, we Are Here to observe in this place, that all corruption coming from this lust, av-jc, pns12 vbr av pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, cst d n1 vvg p-acp d n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 128
1541 if we will repent indeed, wee must begin heere. if we will Repent indeed, we must begin Here. cs pns12 vmb vvi av, pns12 vmb vvi av. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 128
1542 For if they be changed only in their outwarde deedes and wordes, and this inward sickenes not healed, they haue gained nothing, no more then a man which would destroy a tree, For if they be changed only in their outward Deeds and words, and this inward sickness not healed, they have gained nothing, no more then a man which would destroy a tree, p-acp cs pns32 vbb vvn av-j p-acp po32 j n2 cc n2, cc d j n1 xx vvn, pns32 vhb vvn pix, av-dx dc cs dt n1 r-crq vmd vvi dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 129
1543 and doth no more then lop and shred off certain boughes and twigs, leauing the stumpe and roote behinde: and does no more then lop and shred off certain boughs and twigs, leaving the stump and root behind: cc vdz dx dc cs n1 cc vvi a-acp j n2 cc n2, vvg dt n1 cc n1 a-acp: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 129
1544 for so long as this doeth liue in them, they may well seeme in the eies of men, to be very great conuertes, for so long as this doth live in them, they may well seem in the eyes of men, to be very great converts, c-acp av av-j c-acp d vdz vvi p-acp pno32, pns32 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, pc-acp vbi av j vvz, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 129
1545 if they of ignorant idiotes, are become such as haue gotten some skill and knowledge: from drunkards, ruffians, adulterers, and such like, they become sober, modest, and of good behauiour; if they of ignorant Idiots, Are become such as have got Some skill and knowledge: from drunkards, ruffians, Adulterers, and such like, they become Sobrium, modest, and of good behaviour; cs pns32 pp-f j n2, vbr vvn d c-acp vhb vvn d n1 cc n1: p-acp n2, n2, n2, cc d av-j, pns32 vvb j, j, cc pp-f j n1; (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 129
1546 as this may be done before men, and yet the heart nothing altered before God: for there be many causes which may mooue men to seeme outwardly to bee godlie, as this may be done before men, and yet the heart nothing altered before God: for there be many Causes which may move men to seem outwardly to be godly, c-acp d vmb vbi vdn p-acp n2, cc av dt n1 pix vvn p-acp np1: c-acp pc-acp vbi d n2 r-crq vmb vvi n2 pc-acp vvi av-j pc-acp vbi j, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 129
1547 when the heart within is fraught with lothsome lustes, and ful of rotten corruptions, which make men still altogether abominable before God. when the heart within is fraught with loathsome lusts, and full of rotten corruptions, which make men still altogether abominable before God. c-crq dt n1 a-acp vbz vvn p-acp j n2, cc j pp-f j-vvn n2, r-crq vvb n2 av av j c-acp np1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 129
1548 To bee short therefore, a man shall neuer rightly iudge of himselfe whether hee haue repented, To be short Therefore, a man shall never rightly judge of himself whither he have repented, pc-acp vbi j av, dt n1 vmb av-x av-jn n1 pp-f px31 cs pns31 vhb vvn, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 129
1549 vnlesse hee looke to the bottome of this sore, that it may bee healed. unless he look to the bottom of this soar, that it may be healed. cs pns31 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 129
1550 The greatest multitude of men, being as blind as Beetles in this point, imagine that repentance, is a verie light and easie thing, which they can haue when they list: The greatest multitude of men, being as blind as Beetles in this point, imagine that Repentance, is a very Light and easy thing, which they can have when they list: dt js n1 pp-f n2, vbg p-acp j c-acp n2 p-acp d n1, vvb d n1, vbz dt j n1 cc j n1, r-crq pns32 vmb vhi c-crq pns32 vvb: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 129
1551 when a man of wisedome saith this, that here lieth so deepe a matter, that heere bee rootes which are hard to bee pulled vp, hee is mooued to bee the more carefull, least hee deceiue himselfe. when a man of Wisdom Says this, that Here lies so deep a matter, that Here be roots which Are hard to be pulled up, he is moved to be the more careful, lest he deceive himself. c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz d, cst av vvz av j-jn dt n1, cst av vbb n2 r-crq vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp, pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt av-dc j, cs pns31 vvb px31. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 129
1552 Looke therefore euery man to his thoughts, for by them is the triall made: Look Therefore every man to his thoughts, for by them is the trial made: n1 av d n1 p-acp po31 n2, c-acp p-acp pno32 vbz dt n1 vvd: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 129
1553 if the thoughtes bee chaunged, and the inward desires altered, so that of prophane and worldlie, they are become holie and heauenly: if the thoughts be changed, and the inward Desires altered, so that of profane and worldly, they Are become holy and heavenly: cs dt n2 vbb vvn, cc dt j n2 vvn, av d pp-f j cc j, pns32 vbr vvn j cc j: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 130
1554 then hee may boldlie say, I haue a newe heart, and there is a right spirit renued in me, I haue repented, I haue not playd the hypocrite, I feele an vpright heart toward God, I feele the corrupt fountaine stopped, then he may boldly say, I have a new heart, and there is a right Spirit renewed in me, I have repented, I have not played the hypocrite, I feel an upright heart towards God, I feel the corrupt fountain stopped, cs pns31 vmb av-j vvi, pns11 vhb dt j n1, cc pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 vvd p-acp pno11, pns11 vhb vvn, pns11 vhb xx vvn dt n1, pns11 vvb dt av-j n1 p-acp np1, pns11 vvb dt j n1 vvn, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 130
1555 so that the filthy matter, and stincking mudde doeth not boile foorth as it did. so that the filthy matter, and stinking mud doth not boil forth as it did. av cst dt j n1, cc j-vvg n1 vdz xx vvi av c-acp pn31 vdd. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 130
1556 It may also bee demaunded heere, whether this lust be not a sinne or a corruption of it selfe, It may also be demanded Here, whither this lust be not a sin or a corruption of it self, pn31 vmb av vbi vvn av, cs d n1 vbb xx dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 130
1557 because Saint Peter saith, that corruption resteth in it. Because Saint Peter Says, that corruption rests in it. c-acp n1 np1 vvz, cst n1 vvz p-acp pn31. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 130
1558 The place which I alleadged out of the 51. Psalme, doth prooue it to be a sinne: The place which I alleged out of the 51. Psalm, does prove it to be a sin: dt n1 r-crq pns11 vvd av pp-f dt crd n1, vdz vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 130
1559 also it may bee prooued out of the fift to the Romans, where Saint Paule prooueth that infantes haue sinne, also it may be proved out of the fift to the Roman, where Saint Paul proveth that Infants have sin, av pn31 vmb vbi vvn av pp-f dt ord p-acp dt njp2, c-crq n1 np1 vvz d n2 vhb n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 130
1560 because they are subiect to death, which is the rewarde of sinne, although, as hee saith, they sinne not after the similitude of the transgression of Adam. Because they Are Subject to death, which is the reward of sin, although, as he Says, they sin not After the similitude of the Transgression of Adam. c-acp pns32 vbr j-jn p-acp n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cs, c-acp pns31 vvz, pns32 vvb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 130
1561 Therefore if wee had none other but this, it were enough to condemne vs, and vtterly to cast vs away. Therefore if we had none other but this, it were enough to condemn us, and utterly to cast us away. av cs pns12 vhd pix j-jn p-acp d, pn31 vbdr av-d pc-acp vvi pno12, cc av-j pc-acp vvi pno12 av. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 130
1562 Let vs neuer cease therefore, vntill we feele a chāge in our selues, euen in this secret infection, Let us never cease Therefore, until we feel a change in our selves, even in this secret infection, vvb pno12 av vvi av, c-acp pns12 vvb dt vvb p-acp po12 n2, av p-acp d j-jn n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 130
1563 for otherwise wee shall neuer be able to flie the corruptions which are in the world, for otherwise we shall never be able to fly the corruptions which Are in the world, c-acp av pns12 vmb av-x vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n2 r-crq vbr p-acp dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 130
1564 or as Saint Iames speaketh in the first chapter of his Epistle, to keepe our selues vnspotted of the worlde, or as Saint James speaks in the First chapter of his Epistle, to keep our selves unspotted of the world, cc p-acp n1 np1 vvz p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 j pp-f dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 130
1565 so long as we carie the corrupt world in our breast: so long as we carry the corrupt world in our breast: av av-j c-acp pns12 vvb dt j n1 p-acp po12 n1: (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 130
1566 neither shall our religion bee pure, for thus it is faide, If any man among you seemeth religious, neither shall our Religion be pure, for thus it is faide, If any man among you seems religious, av-dx vmb po12 n1 vbi j, c-acp av pn31 vbz vvd, cs d n1 p-acp pn22 vvz j, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 130
1567 and refraineth not his tongue, but deceiueth his owne heart, this mans religion is vaine. and refraineth not his tongue, but deceiveth his own heart, this men Religion is vain. cc vvz xx po31 n1, cc-acp vvz po31 d n1, d ng1 n1 vbz j. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 131
1568 Pure religion and vndefiled before God, euen the father is this, to visit the fatherlesse and widowes in their distresse, Pure Religion and undefiled before God, even the father is this, to visit the fatherless and Widows in their distress, j n1 cc j p-acp np1, av-j dt n1 vbz d, pc-acp vvi dt j cc n2 p-acp po32 n1, (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 131
1569 and to keepe himselfe vnspotted of the world. and to keep himself unspotted of the world. cc pc-acp vvi px31 j pp-f dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 131
1570 The second Sermon vpon the 5.6. and 7. verses. 5 Therefore giue euen all diligence thereunto, ioine moreouer vertue with your faith: and with vertue knowledge. 6 And with knowledge, temperance: and with temperance, patience: and with patience, godlinesse. The second Sermon upon the 5.6. and 7. Verses. 5 Therefore give even all diligence thereunto, join moreover virtue with your faith: and with virtue knowledge. 6 And with knowledge, temperance: and with temperance, patience: and with patience, godliness. dt ord n1 p-acp dt crd. cc crd n2. crd av vvi av d n1 av, vvi av n1 p-acp po22 n1: cc p-acp n1 n1. crd cc p-acp n1, n1: cc p-acp n1, n1: cc p-acp n1, n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 74 Page 131
1571 7 And with godlinesse, brotherlie kindnesse: and with brotherlie kindnesse, loue. 7 And with godliness, brotherly kindness: and with brotherly kindness, love. crd cc p-acp n1, av-j n1: cc p-acp j n1, n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 77 Page 131
1572 ANd hereunto giue all diligence, &c. He hath declared in the former verses, among other chiefe matters, this one especiallie, to how great holinesse and purenesse through sanctification, we be called: ANd hereunto give all diligence, etc. He hath declared in the former Verses, among other chief matters, this one especially, to how great holiness and pureness through sanctification, we be called: cc av vvb d n1, av pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt j n2, p-acp j-jn j-jn n2, d pi av-j, p-acp c-crq j n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, pns12 vbb vvn: (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 131
1573 which was chieflie expressed in these wordes, that by them yee may bee made partakers of the diuine nature, in that yee flie the corruption which is in the worlde through lust: which was chiefly expressed in these words, that by them ye may be made partakers of the divine nature, in that ye fly the corruption which is in the world through lust: r-crq vbds av-jn vvn p-acp d n2, cst p-acp pno32 pn22 vmb vbi vvn n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, p-acp cst pn22 vvb dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 131
1574 vnto this now he ioyneth an exhortation, requiring at their handes not onlie to put to their diligence, unto this now he Joineth an exhortation, requiring At their hands not only to put to their diligence, p-acp d av pns31 vvz dt n1, vvg p-acp po32 n2 xx av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 131
1575 but also, as he saith, euen all diligence. For as it is the greatest and chiefest thing which we are to looke after, but also, as he Says, even all diligence. For as it is the greatest and chiefest thing which we Are to look After, cc-acp av, c-acp pns31 vvz, av d n1. c-acp c-acp pn31 vbz dt js cc js-jn n1 r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi a-acp, (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 131
1576 so there is required at our handes, to giue our principall care and studie thereunto: so there is required At our hands, to give our principal care and study thereunto: av pc-acp vbz vvn p-acp po12 n2, pc-acp vvi po12 j-jn n1 cc vvi av: (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 132
1577 this equitie must easilie be graunted, that if we cannot obtaine or get the thinges of this life, which are small in comparison, this equity must Easily be granted, that if we cannot obtain or get the things of this life, which Are small in comparison, d n1 vmb av-j vbi vvn, cst cs pns12 vmbx vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f d n1, r-crq vbr j p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 132
1578 vnlesse wee put to our diligence, for God will haue it to be so, that then of good right, looke how much heauenly things exceed in dignitie the earthie, unless we put to our diligence, for God will have it to be so, that then of good right, look how much heavenly things exceed in dignity the earthy, cs pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n1, c-acp np1 vmb vhi pn31 pc-acp vbi av, cst av pp-f j n-jn, vvb c-crq d j n2 vvi p-acp n1 dt j, (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 132
1579 so much must the care & diligence bestowed vpon them exceed. How farre almost are all men from this doctrine both in practise and iudgement: so much must the care & diligence bestowed upon them exceed. How Far almost Are all men from this Doctrine both in practice and judgement: av d vmb dt n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp pno32 vvi. c-crq av-j av vbr d n2 p-acp d n1 av-d p-acp n1 cc n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 132
1580 first when we see the exceeding trauel and paines which they stick not willingly to bestow, in getting the beggerlie trash of this worlde, either riches or honours: First when we see the exceeding travel and pains which they stick not willingly to bestow, in getting the beggarly trash of this world, either riches or honours: ord q-crq pns12 vvb dt j-vvg n1 cc n2 r-crq pns32 vvb xx av-j pc-acp vvi, p-acp vvg dt j n1 pp-f d n1, d n2 cc n2: (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 132
1581 they will ride and run, early and late, by night and by day, by sea and by land, winter and sommer, wearing out their bodies, almost pine and starue themselues with hunger and beating their braines with as great diligence as can be possible: they will ride and run, early and late, by night and by day, by sea and by land, winter and summer, wearing out their bodies, almost pine and starve themselves with hunger and beating their brains with as great diligence as can be possible: pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi, av-j cc av-j, p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, n1 cc n1, vvg av po32 n2, av vvb cc vvi px32 p-acp n1 cc vvg po32 n2 p-acp a-acp j n1 c-acp vmb vbi j: (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 132
1582 but when it commeth to these thinges which Saint Peter speaketh, as thinges of no price, they passe by them, in such wise, that they are heere euen as slouthfull and carelesse, but when it comes to these things which Saint Peter speaks, as things of no price, they pass by them, in such wise, that they Are Here even as slothful and careless, cc-acp c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp d n2 r-crq n1 np1 vvz, c-acp n2 pp-f dx n1, pns32 vvb p-acp pno32, p-acp d j, cst pns32 vbr av av-j c-acp j cc j, (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 132
1583 as they are diligent in the other. as they Are diligent in the other. c-acp pns32 vbr j p-acp dt n-jn. (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 132
1584 For iudgement in this behalfe, if a man talke with these worldlie men, they will shewe their minde and opinion, aske them why they be so careful for these worldlie things, their answere is readie, we shall otherwise come short of them, and go without them: For judgement in this behalf, if a man talk with these worldly men, they will show their mind and opinion, ask them why they be so careful for these worldly things, their answer is ready, we shall otherwise come short of them, and go without them: p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, cs dt n1 n1 p-acp d j n2, pns32 vmb vvi po32 n1 cc n1, vvb pno32 c-crq pns32 vbb av j p-acp d j n2, po32 n1 vbz j, pns12 vmb av vvi j pp-f pno32, cc vvi p-acp pno32: (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 132
1585 and whie doe yee not seeke as fast for heauenlie things, they be the greatest? they bee indeede the greatest: and why do ye not seek as fast for heavenly things, they be the greatest? they be indeed the greatest: cc q-crq vdb pn22 xx vvi c-acp av-j c-acp j n2, pns32 vbb dt js? pns32 vbb av dt js: (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 133
1586 but wee commit that to God, we will not meddle with that. but we commit that to God, we will not meddle with that. cc-acp pns12 vvb cst p-acp np1, pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp d. (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 133
1587 Thus they shift off the care of godlinesse, as though God did not require it at their hands: Thus they shift off the care of godliness, as though God did not require it At their hands: av pns32 vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp cs np1 vdd xx vvi pn31 p-acp po32 n2: (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 133
1588 neuer hearing of this which Saint Peter requireth: never hearing of this which Saint Peter requires: av vvg pp-f d r-crq n1 np1 vvz: (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 133
1589 wee must take heede of this, giuing eare to God, who teacheth vs this lesson by the holy Apostle: we must take heed of this, giving ear to God, who Teaches us this Lesson by the holy Apostle: pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f d, vvg n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vvz pno12 d n1 p-acp dt j n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 133
1590 for if we let this passe, we are most miserable. for if we let this pass, we Are most miserable. c-acp cs pns12 vvb d vvi, pns12 vbr av-ds j. (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 133
1591 Heer also when we are warned to giue all diligence, appeareth plainlie how hard a thing it is to flie from corrupt lustes: Heer also when we Are warned to give all diligence, appears plainly how hard a thing it is to fly from corrupt lusts: np1 av c-crq pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi d n1, vvz av-j c-crq av-j dt n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2: (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 133
1592 for if it were an easie thing to be done, lesse diligence might serue: but sinne cleaueth neere and sticketh fast in vs, and is not easilie shaken off: for if it were an easy thing to be done, less diligence might serve: but sin cleaveth near and sticketh fast in us, and is not Easily shaken off: c-acp cs pn31 vbdr dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vdn, av-dc n1 vmd vvi: cc-acp n1 vvz av-j cc vvz av-j p-acp pno12, cc vbz xx av-j vvn a-acp: (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 133
1593 it is deeplie rooted, so that vnlesse we digge verie deepe, wee are sure to leaue the roots stil behind, which will growe and spring againe as fast as before, it is deeply rooted, so that unless we dig very deep, we Are sure to leave the roots still behind, which will grow and spring again as fast as before, pn31 vbz av-jn vvn, av cst cs pns12 vvb av av-jn, pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi dt n2 av a-acp, r-crq vmb vvi cc vvi av c-acp av-j c-acp a-acp, (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 133
1594 yea oftentimes seeming to bee dead, they suddainlie reuiue: yea oftentimes seeming to be dead, they suddenly revive: uh av j-vvg pc-acp vbi j, pns32 av-j vvi: (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 133
1595 so that wee are set a worke while we liue heere without anie intermission, to bee still toiling to pull vp these weedes, the ground is so ranke, that in a verie short time it will bee whollie ouergrowne. so that we Are Set a work while we live Here without any intermission, to be still toiling to pull up these weeds, the ground is so rank, that in a very short time it will be wholly overgrown. av cst pns12 vbr vvn dt n1 cs pns12 vvb av p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbi av vvg pc-acp vvi a-acp d n2, dt n1 vbz av n1, cst p-acp dt j j n1 pn31 vmb vbi av-jn vvn. (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 133
1596 Therefore such as despise the meanes which God hath appointed, or vse them ouer negligentlie, must needes haue their heart ouergrown with these stinking weeds of lust and concupiscence: Therefore such as despise the means which God hath appointed, or use them over negligently, must needs have their heart overgrown with these stinking weeds of lust and concupiscence: av d c-acp vvi dt n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn, cc vvi pno32 a-acp av-j, vmb av vhi po32 n1 vvn p-acp d j-vvg n2 pp-f n1 cc n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 133
1597 and so if euer there be any good seed in them, as good motions or inclinations to feare God, they are by and by choked, and so if ever there be any good seed in them, as good motions or inclinations to Fear God, they Are by and by choked, cc av cs av pc-acp vbi d j n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp j n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi np1, pns32 vbr p-acp cc a-acp vvn, (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 133
1598 so that they can bring foorth no fruite, or at least no ripe and timelie fruit. so that they can bring forth no fruit, or At least not ripe and timely fruit. av cst pns32 vmb vvi av dx n1, cc p-acp ds xx j cc j n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 78 Page 133
1599 But heere may bee obiected, that this agreeth not with the former saying, that the diuine power hath giuen vs all thinges which pertaine to life and godlinesse, there hee ascribeth all to God, and taketh all from vs; But Here may be objected, that this agreeth not with the former saying, that the divine power hath given us all things which pertain to life and godliness, there he ascribeth all to God, and Takes all from us; p-acp av vmb vbi vvn, cst d vvz xx p-acp dt j n-vvg, cst dt j-jn n1 vhz vvn pno12 d n2 r-crq vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, a-acp pns31 vvz d p-acp np1, cc vvz d p-acp pno12; (10) sermon (DIV2) 79 Page 134
1600 heere he seemeth to giue somewhat vnto our diligence, and so to establish free-will in vs. We must answer heere, that God worketh all in all, Here he seems to give somewhat unto our diligence, and so to establish freewill in us We must answer Here, that God works all in all, av pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi av p-acp po12 n1, cc av pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno12 pns12 vmb vvi av, cst np1 vvz d p-acp d, (10) sermon (DIV2) 79 Page 134
1601 and alone striketh the stroke, yet hee doth not worke in vs, as the Carpenter or Mason worketh vpon the log and the stone, which haue no feeling of that which is done vpon them, and alone striketh the stroke, yet he does not work in us, as the Carpenter or Mason works upon the log and the stone, which have no feeling of that which is done upon them, cc av-j vvz dt n1, av pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp pno12, c-acp dt n1 cc np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, r-crq vhb dx n-vvg pp-f d r-crq vbz vdn p-acp pno32, (10) sermon (DIV2) 79 Page 134
1602 and therefore nothing of them is required: and Therefore nothing of them is required: cc av pix pp-f pno32 vbz vvn: (10) sermon (DIV2) 79 Page 134
1603 but wee haue a will in vs and reason, which of themselues being corrupt, do nothing but hinder this worke, but we have a will in us and reason, which of themselves being corrupt, do nothing but hinder this work, cc-acp pns12 vhb dt n1 p-acp pno12 cc n1, r-crq pp-f px32 vbg j, vdb pix cc-acp vvi d n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 79 Page 134
1604 vntill such time as God hath fashioned them a new: until such time as God hath fashioned them a new: c-acp d n1 c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno32 dt j: (10) sermon (DIV2) 79 Page 134
1605 wee haue appetites and affections in vs, but of themselues mere rebels, these hee tameth and subdueth. we have appetites and affections in us, but of themselves mere rebels, these he tames and subdueth. pns12 vhb n2 cc n2 p-acp pno12, cc-acp pp-f px32 j n2, d pns31 vvz cc vvz. (10) sermon (DIV2) 79 Page 134
1606 So that this worke of God in vs, is not without a feeling of it, for hee moueth vs to will, to desire, to sorrow, to reioyce, and such like, So that this work of God in us, is not without a feeling of it, for he moves us to will, to desire, to sorrow, to rejoice, and such like, av cst d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, vbz xx p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31, c-acp pns31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vmb, pc-acp vvi, p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi, cc d av-j, (10) sermon (DIV2) 79 Page 134
1607 so that our diligence is required, because he worketh in none but hee doth make them diligent, heere is still then that which God doth bestowe vpon vs, so that our diligence is required, Because he works in none but he does make them diligent, Here is still then that which God does bestow upon us, av cst po12 n1 vbz vvn, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp pix cc-acp pns31 vdz vvi pno32 j, av vbz av av d r-crq np1 vdz vvi p-acp pno12, (10) sermon (DIV2) 79 Page 134
1608 and not that which we haue of our selues. and not that which we have of our selves. cc xx d r-crq pns12 vhb pp-f po12 n2. (10) sermon (DIV2) 79 Page 134
1609 By this place all those are answered, which cloake and defende themselues in their naughtinesse and sloth in the seruice of God, after this maner: By this place all those Are answered, which cloak and defend themselves in their naughtiness and sloth in the service of God, After this manner: p-acp d n1 d d vbr vvn, r-crq n1 cc vvi px32 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 79 Page 134
1610 Wee haue that which God hath giuen vs, all men are not alike godlie, euery man cannot do as you doe: we have that which God hath given us, all men Are not alike godly, every man cannot do as you do: pns12 vhb d r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12, d n2 vbr xx av j, d n1 vmbx vdi p-acp pn22 vdb: (10) sermon (DIV2) 79 Page 134
1611 when their owne heart and conscience doth tell euerie of them the contrarie, saying, thou art carelesse and negligent, thou hast as much as thou desirest; when their own heart and conscience does tell every of them the contrary, saying, thou art careless and negligent, thou hast as much as thou Desirest; c-crq po32 d n1 cc n1 vdz vvi d pp-f pno32 dt n-jn, vvg, pns21 vb2r j cc j, pns21 vh2 p-acp d c-acp pns21 vv2; (10) sermon (DIV2) 79 Page 135
1612 for God doth increase all giftes and graces in those which vse all diligence in seeking after him. for God does increase all Gifts and graces in those which use all diligence in seeking After him. p-acp np1 vdz vvi d n2 cc n2 p-acp d r-crq vvb d n1 p-acp vvg p-acp pno31. (10) sermon (DIV2) 79 Page 135
1613 Let vs learne therefore, brethren, to put in practise all those thinges which are heere taught, to giue greater diligence, Let us Learn Therefore, brothers, to put in practise all those things which Are Here taught, to give greater diligence, vvb pno12 vvi av, n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp vvi d d n2 r-crq vbr av vvn, pc-acp vvi jc n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 79 Page 135
1614 and so beate our braine more earnestlie about heauenlie thinges, then about these earthlie, to labour and trauel more for godlinesse, then for treasures and riches. and so beat our brain more earnestly about heavenly things, then about these earthly, to labour and travel more for godliness, then for treasures and riches. cc av vvb po12 n1 av-dc av-j p-acp j n2, av p-acp d j, pc-acp vvi cc vvi av-dc p-acp n1, av p-acp n2 cc n2. (10) sermon (DIV2) 79 Page 135
1615 Which if we doe, we shall feele increase of strength to cast out corrupt lustes, Which if we do, we shall feel increase of strength to cast out corrupt lusts, r-crq cs pns12 vdb, pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi av j n2, (10) sermon (DIV2) 79 Page 135
1616 although not so much as faine we would, yet God being true, wee shall haue so much that wee cannot faile or misse of our desire. although not so much as feign we would, yet God being true, we shall have so much that we cannot fail or miss of our desire. cs xx av av-d c-acp av-j pns12 vmd, av np1 vbg j, pns12 vmb vhi av av-d cst pns12 vmbx vvi cc vvi pp-f po12 n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 79 Page 135
1617 It followeth, Ioine moreouer vertue with your faith, &c. Saint Peter knoweth what babes we bee, It follows, Join moreover virtue with your faith, etc. Saint Peter Knoweth what babes we be, pn31 vvz, vvb av n1 p-acp po22 n1, av n1 np1 vvz r-crq n2 pns12 vbb, (10) sermon (DIV2) 79 Page 135
1618 how vnable to guide our steppes in the pathes of godlinesse, and that maketh him not only to mooue and perswade to godlinesse, how unable to guide our steps in the paths of godliness, and that makes him not only to move and persuade to godliness, c-crq j pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc cst vv2 pno31 xx av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 79 Page 135
1619 but euen as it were, taking vs by the hand, and teaching vs how to tread euery step, he rehearseth particularlie the things wherein we are to trauell when hee saith, Ioyne moreour with your faith, vertue: with vertue, knowledge: with knowledge, temperance: with temperance, patience: with patience, godlinesse: and with godlines, brotherlie kindnes: and with brotherlie kindnes, loue. but even as it were, taking us by the hand, and teaching us how to tread every step, he rehearseth particularly the things wherein we Are to travel when he Says, Join moreour with your faith, virtue: with virtue, knowledge: with knowledge, temperance: with temperance, patience: with patience, godliness: and with godliness, brotherly kindness: and with brotherly kindness, love. cc-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vbdr, vvg pno12 p-acp dt n1, cc vvg pno12 c-crq pc-acp vvi d n1, pns31 vvz av-jn dt n2 c-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi c-crq pns31 vvz, vvb n1 p-acp po22 n1, n1: p-acp n1, n1: p-acp n1, n1: p-acp n1, n1: p-acp n1, n1: cc p-acp n1, av-j n1: cc p-acp j n1, n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 79 Page 135
1620 Faith heere is set in the first place, vnto which all the other must bee ioyned, Faith Here is Set in the First place, unto which all the other must be joined, n1 av vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n1, p-acp r-crq d dt n-jn vmb vbi vvn, (10) sermon (DIV2) 80 Page 135
1621 because without it we cannot by any meanes please God, it doth iustifie vs before God alone, but yet it doth not Because without it we cannot by any means please God, it does justify us before God alone, but yet it does not c-acp p-acp pn31 pns12 vmbx p-acp d n2 vvb np1, pn31 vdz vvi pno12 p-acp np1 av-j, cc-acp av pn31 vdz xx (10) sermon (DIV2) 80 Page 135
1622 <2^PAGES^MISSING> Now if we marke well, what maner of men they were to whom hee wrote, <2^PAGES^MISSING> Now if we mark well, what manner of men they were to whom he wrote, <2^PAGES^MISSING> av cs pns12 vvb av, q-crq n1 pp-f n2 pns32 vbdr p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd, (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 138
1623 namely no babes nor yoonglinges in the Gospell, for he said they had obtained like precious faith with him, namely no babes nor yoonglinges in the Gospel, for he said they had obtained like precious faith with him, av dx n2 ccx n2 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vvd pns32 vhd vvn av-j j n1 p-acp pno31, (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 138
1624 and afterwarde in this chapter hee saith, they did knowe and were stablished in the present truth: and afterward in this chapter he Says, they did know and were established in the present truth: cc av p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz, pns32 vdd vvi cc vbdr vvn p-acp dt j n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 138
1625 wee shall easilie perceiue how this may stop the mouthes of manie, which holde blind errours. we shall Easily perceive how this may stop the mouths of many, which hold blind errors. pns12 vmb av-j vvi c-crq d vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f d, r-crq vvb j n2. (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 138
1626 First of all of those, which affirme that ignorance is the mother of deuotion, if Godlinesse and vertue bee the true deuotion, First of all of those, which affirm that ignorance is the mother of devotion, if Godliness and virtue be the true devotion, ord pp-f d pp-f d, r-crq vvb d n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cs n1 cc n1 vbb dt j n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 138
1627 then it must needes followe, that their doctrine is false and diuelish, seeing we are charged to ioyne vnto our vertue knowledge: then it must needs follow, that their Doctrine is false and devilish, seeing we Are charged to join unto our virtue knowledge: cs pn31 vmb av vvi, cst po32 n1 vbz j cc j, vvg pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n1 n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 138
1628 it is true if they meane Popish deuotion, for they coulde neuer haue kept men in awe, to bee zealous of their religion, it is true if they mean Popish devotion, for they could never have kept men in awe, to be zealous of their Religion, pn31 vbz j cs pns32 vvb j n1, c-acp pns32 vmd av-x vhi vvn n2 p-acp n1, pc-acp vbi j pp-f po32 n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 138
1629 and to seeke for that at the handes of men, which God alone doeth giue, vnlesse they had kept them in blindnesse and ignoraunce: and to seek for that At the hands of men, which God alone doth give, unless they had kept them in blindness and ignorance: cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, r-crq np1 av-j vdz vvi, cs pns32 vhd vvn pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 138
1630 and therefore they tooke a wise way, to keepe the people from knowing the word, which so soone as it brake foorth againe, disclosed all their falshood and trecherie, in so much that neither good nor bad almost, haue anie deuotion vnto them. and Therefore they took a wise Way, to keep the people from knowing the word, which so soon as it brake forth again, disclosed all their falsehood and treachery, in so much that neither good nor bad almost, have any devotion unto them. cc av pns32 vvd dt j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg dt n1, r-crq av av c-acp pn31 vvd av av, vvd d po32 n1 cc n1, p-acp av av-d cst dx j ccx j av, vhb d n1 p-acp pno32. (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 138
1631 Secondly, of those, which although they bee not ranke Papistes, yet haue in them still, a smacke and sauour of popish principles: Secondly, of those, which although they be not rank Papists, yet have in them still, a smack and savour of popish principles: ord, pp-f d, r-crq cs pns32 vbb xx n1 njp2, av vhb p-acp pno32 av, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2: (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 138
1632 and therefore like fooles, are also enimies vnto knowledge. and Therefore like Fools, Are also enemies unto knowledge. cc av j n2, vbr av n2 p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 138
1633 For thus they speake, It were no matter if there were lesse preaching, I thinke the people bee the woorse for it, there is knowledge euen enough, what should laie men bee troubled to learne, For thus they speak, It were no matter if there were less preaching, I think the people be the Worse for it, there is knowledge even enough, what should lay men be troubled to Learn, p-acp av pns32 vvb, pn31 vbdr dx n1 cs pc-acp vbdr dc vvg, pns11 vvb dt n1 vbb dt jc p-acp pn31, pc-acp vbz n1 av av-d, r-crq vmd vvi n2 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi, (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 139
1634 or to seeke for the knowledge of the Scriptures, let them tend their worke, and look to their occupations, or to seek for the knowledge of the Scriptures, let them tend their work, and look to their occupations, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, vvb pno32 vvi po32 n1, cc vvb p-acp po32 n2, (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 139
1635 and learne to be quiet, and to deale honestlie: and Learn to be quiet, and to deal honestly: cc vvb pc-acp vbi j-jn, cc pc-acp vvi av-j: (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 139
1636 Against these poore blinde beastes, (for I may vse no gentle speech) we are to reason out of this place: Against these poor blind beasts, (for I may use no gentle speech) we Are to reason out of this place: p-acp d j j n2, (c-acp pns11 vmb vvi dx j n1) pns12 vbr p-acp n1 av pp-f d n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 139
1637 first, that all men, know they neuer so much, are heere commaunded to increase in knowledge, to the ende they may increase in faith and godlinesse. First, that all men, know they never so much, Are Here commanded to increase in knowledge, to the end they may increase in faith and godliness. ord, cst d n2, vvb pns32 av-x av av-d, vbr av vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 139
1638 Secondlie, let them consider to what manner of men Saint Peter wrote, namely, to poore and rich men, women and children, to all sortes, Secondly, let them Consider to what manner of men Saint Peter wrote, namely, to poor and rich men, women and children, to all sorts, ord, vvb pno32 vvi p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f n2 n1 np1 vvd, av, p-acp j cc j n2, n2 cc n2, p-acp d n2, (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 139
1639 and to be short, to as manie as woulde haue faith and vertue, and so come to life and glorie, and to be short, to as many as would have faith and virtue, and so come to life and glory, cc pc-acp vbi j, p-acp c-acp d c-acp vmd vhi n1 cc n1, cc av vvb p-acp n1 cc n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 139
1640 and therefore as well the poore ploughman, as the great Clearke is commaunded to increase his knowledge out of Gods booke. and Therefore as well the poor ploughman, as the great Clerk is commanded to increase his knowledge out of God's book. cc av c-acp av dt j n1, c-acp dt j n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av pp-f npg1 n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 139
1641 Thirdlie, they much ouershoote themselues, when they would beare them in hand, that knowledge, which is the guider of vertue, should be the cause of vice. Thirdly, they much overshoot themselves, when they would bear them in hand, that knowledge, which is the guider of virtue, should be the cause of vice. ord, pns32 d vvi px32, c-crq pns32 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp n1, cst n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 139
1642 Nay, if we wipe our eies, and looke better to the matter, we shall see, that there is a flood of ignorance, which hath almost ouerwhelmed all, Nay, if we wipe our eyes, and look better to the matter, we shall see, that there is a flood of ignorance, which hath almost overwhelmed all, uh-x, cs pns12 vvb po12 n2, cc vvb av-jc p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi, cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vhz av vvn d, (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 139
1643 and in manie which seeme to know very much, if they were sounded to the bottom, there should be found in them grosse ignorance, and palpable darkenesse: and in many which seem to know very much, if they were sounded to the bottom, there should be found in them gross ignorance, and palpable darkness: cc p-acp d r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi av av-d, cs pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32 j n1, cc j n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 139
1644 and so indeede the true cause of all foule sinnes, which abound at this day among vs, and so indeed the true cause of all foul Sins, which abound At this day among us, cc av av dt j n1 pp-f d j n2, r-crq vvb p-acp d n1 p-acp pno12, (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 139
1645 and flowe euen as a swelling sea, is the want of true knowledge. and flow even as a swelling sea, is the want of true knowledge. cc vvi av-j p-acp dt j-vvg n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 139
1646 This ignorance hath taken suchroote, that all they which haue made proof, will confesse with mee, that our time is like the time of the prophet Esay, chap. 28. who hauing laboured himselfe as it were out of breath and teaching, This ignorance hath taken suchroote, that all they which have made proof, will confess with me, that our time is like the time of the Prophet Isaiah, chap. 28. who having laboured himself as it were out of breath and teaching, d n1 vhz vvn n1, cst d pns32 r-crq vhb vvn n1, vmb vvi p-acp pno11, cst po12 n1 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, n1 crd r-crq vhg vvn px31 p-acp pn31 vbdr av pp-f n1 cc n-vvg, (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 140
1647 and seeing so small profiting, being commaunded of the Lord still to goe to his businesse, bursteth foorth in these speeches: and seeing so small profiting, being commanded of the Lord still to go to his business, bursteth forth in these Speeches: cc vvg av j vvg, vbg vvn pp-f dt n1 av pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, vvz av p-acp d n2: (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 140
1648 Whom shall I teach knowledge? whom shall I make for to vnderstand? them that are wained from the milke, Whom shall I teach knowledge? whom shall I make for to understand? them that Are waned from the milk, ro-crq vmb pns11 vvi n1? ro-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp pc-acp vvi? pns32 cst vbr vvd p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 140
1649 and drawne from the breastes? for precept must bee vpon precept, precept vpon precept, line vnto line, line vnto line, a little heere, and a little there. and drawn from the breasts? for precept must be upon precept, precept upon precept, line unto line, line unto line, a little Here, and a little there. cc vvn p-acp dt n2? p-acp n1 vmb vbi p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, dt j av, cc dt j a-acp. (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 140
1650 And in another place hee saith, The word of the Lord was like a sealed booke, And in Another place he Says, The word of the Lord was like a sealed book, cc p-acp j-jn n1 pns31 vvz, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds av-j dt j-vvn n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 140
1651 if hee come to one, saying, Reade this I pray you, he maketh answer, I cannot read; if he come to one, saying, Read this I pray you, he makes answer, I cannot read; cs pns31 vvb p-acp crd, vvg, vvb d pns11 vvb pn22, pns31 vvz n1, pns11 vmbx vvi; (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 140
1652 to another that can reade, he answereth, I cannot, for it is sealed. to Another that can read, he Answers, I cannot, for it is sealed. p-acp j-jn cst vmb vvi, pns31 vvz, pns11 vmbx, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn. (10) sermon (DIV2) 82 Page 140
1653 Furthermore, let those sillie creatures learne of this place to be ashamed of that, wherein they seeme after a sorte to glorie, Furthermore, let those silly creatures Learn of this place to be ashamed of that, wherein they seem After a sort to glory, av, vvb d j n2 vvi pp-f d n1 pc-acp vbi j pp-f d, c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 140
1654 when they vse to say as they thinke in defence of themselues, wee bee without skill, wee haue no knowledge, wee bee poore honest men, wee haue no learning: when they use to say as they think in defence of themselves, we be without skill, we have no knowledge, we be poor honest men, we have no learning: c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f px32, pns12 vbb p-acp n1, pns12 vhb dx n1, pns12 vbb j j n2, pns12 vhb dx n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 140
1655 it is as much as to saye, wee haue no faith, wee haue no vertue, wee haue no godlinesse: it is as much as to say, we have no faith, we have no virtue, we have no godliness: pn31 vbz p-acp d c-acp pc-acp vvi, pns12 vhb dx n1, pns12 vhb dx n1, pns12 vhb dx n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 140
1656 for wee bee plainely taught here that faith, vertue, and knowledge, must increase and growe vp together. for we be plainly taught Here that faith, virtue, and knowledge, must increase and grow up together. c-acp pns12 vbb av-j vvn av d n1, n1, cc n1, vmb vvi cc vvi a-acp av. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 140
1657 Let vs all print this lesson deepely in our mindes, that it may driue vs to make haste to come out of our ignorance, Let us all print this Lesson deeply in our minds, that it may driven us to make haste to come out of our ignorance, vvb pno12 d vvi d n1 av-jn p-acp po12 n2, cst pn31 vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vvi av pp-f po12 n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 140
1658 and to seeke apace after knowledge. and to seek apace After knowledge. cc pc-acp vvi av p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 141
1659 Let vs take heede of flattering our selues as some other doe, which hauing gotten some skill, Let us take heed of flattering our selves as Some other doe, which having got Some skill, vvb pno12 vvi n1 pp-f j-vvg po12 n2 c-acp d j-jn n1, r-crq vhg vvn d n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 141
1660 or at least thinke that they haue set very light by the publike teaching of the word, they doe excuse themselues after this sorte, I thanke God, I am not of the ignorant sort, or At least think that they have Set very Light by the public teaching of the word, they do excuse themselves After this sort, I thank God, I am not of the ignorant sort, cc p-acp ds vvi cst pns32 vhb vvn av j p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f dt n1, pns32 vdb vvi px32 p-acp d n1, pns11 vvb np1, pns11 vbm xx pp-f dt j n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 141
1661 nor of the meanest iudgement, I knowe somewhat, let them hunt after preaching that neede, it is very good for them, nor of the Meanest judgement, I know somewhat, let them hunt After preaching that need, it is very good for them, ccx pp-f dt js n1, pns11 vvb av, vvb pno32 vvi p-acp vvg d n1, pn31 vbz av j p-acp pno32, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 141
1662 as for mee, I am sufficiently acquainted with the matter already: as for me, I am sufficiently acquainted with the matter already: c-acp p-acp pno11, pns11 vbm av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 av: (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 141
1663 this kinde of men are harde too deale withall, because they bee wise in their owne conceite, this kind of men Are harden too deal withal, Because they be wise in their own conceit, d n1 pp-f n2 vbr j av vvi av, c-acp pns32 vbb j p-acp po32 d n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 141
1664 and not in the Lorde, for if they had once but euen a little tasted of true knowledge, of the sweetenesse and power thereof, they would neuer haue enough of the first sponefull, and not in the Lord, for if they had once but even a little tasted of true knowledge, of the sweetness and power thereof, they would never have enough of the First spoonful, cc xx p-acp dt n1, c-acp cs pns32 vhd a-acp cc-acp av-j dt j vvn pp-f j n1, pp-f dt n1 cc n1 av, pns32 vmd av-x vhi d pp-f dt ord n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 141
1665 if they had an healthfull stomacke, they could neuer bee brought so soone to loath, and as it were to vomit vp againe, so wholesome sustenance. if they had an healthful stomach, they could never be brought so soon to loath, and as it were to vomit up again, so wholesome sustenance. cs pns32 vhd dt j n1, pns32 vmd av-x vbi vvn av av p-acp j, cc c-acp pn31 vbdr pc-acp vvi a-acp av, av j n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 141
1666 But let vs learne here, that when our knowledge is growne to bee neuer so great, But let us Learn Here, that when our knowledge is grown to be never so great, cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi av, cst c-crq po12 n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi av-x av j, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 141
1667 because we know but in part, and we know nothing as we ought to know, Because we know but in part, and we know nothing as we ought to know, c-acp pns12 vvb cc-acp p-acp n1, cc pns12 vvb pix c-acp pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 141
1668 as Saint Paule saieth, euen then we are to giue all diligence, to ioyne to our vertue, knowledge, as Saint Paul Saith, even then we Are to give all diligence, to join to our virtue, knowledge, c-acp n1 np1 vvz, av cs pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi d n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n1, n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 141
1669 vnlesse when we haue begun and proceeded so farre, we minde to fall backe againe. unless when we have begun and proceeded so Far, we mind to fallen back again. cs c-crq pns12 vhb vvn cc vvd av av-j, pns12 n1 pc-acp vvi av av. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 141
1670 This place doeth plainely set forth the wofull and miserable state of those which be without teaching, This place doth plainly Set forth the woeful and miserable state of those which be without teaching, d n1 vdz av-j vvi av dt j cc j n1 pp-f d r-crq vbb p-acp vvg, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 141
1671 or haue it in so scanty a measure, that they come almost to no vnderstanding: or have it in so scanty a measure, that they come almost to no understanding: cc vhb pn31 p-acp av j dt n1, cst pns32 vvb av p-acp dx n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 141
1672 they are merie and thinke all is well, and thinke themselues best, when they are least dealt withall, they Are merry and think all is well, and think themselves best, when they Are least dealt withal, pns32 vbr j cc vvb d vbz av, cc vvi px32 js, c-crq pns32 vbr av-ds vvn av, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 141
1673 but iudge righteous iudgement, which the Lord by his Apostle teacheth vs to iudge, and we shal see that their mirth is nothing els, but judge righteous judgement, which the Lord by his Apostle Teaches us to judge, and we shall see that their mirth is nothing Else, cc-acp vvb j n1, r-crq dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi, cc pns12 vmb vvi d po32 n1 vbz pix av, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 142
1674 but a mad laughter, euen in the middest of fearefull and horrible destruction. but a mad laughter, even in the midst of fearful and horrible destruction. cc-acp dt j n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f j cc j n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 142
1675 Vnto knowledge ioyne temperance, &c. Or continence, for so the word which Saint Peter vseth may be translated. Unto knowledge join temperance, etc. Or continence, for so the word which Saint Peter uses may be translated. p-acp n1 vvi n1, av cc n1, c-acp av dt n1 r-crq n1 np1 vvz vmb vbi vvn. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 142
1676 But what doth he meane, hauing bidden vs to ioyne vertue to faith? Againe as though he had forgotten himselfe, to expresse certaine seuerall kinds of vertues, which hee will haue vs to ioyne to the former, But what does he mean, having bidden us to join virtue to faith? Again as though he had forgotten himself, to express certain several Kinds of Virtues, which he will have us to join to the former, p-acp q-crq vdz pns31 vvi, vhg vvn pno12 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1? av c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn px31, pc-acp vvi j j n2 pp-f n2, r-crq pns31 vmb vhi pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 142
1677 when as indeede, the worde Vertue containeth them all. when as indeed, the word Virtue Containeth them all. c-crq c-acp av, dt n1 n1 vvz pno32 d. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 142
1678 Wee may not thinke but that hee is verie wel aduised, and that he knoweth with whome he hath to doe, what babes and Children we are, which must not haue meate set before vs, in grosse to be our owne caruers, we may not think but that he is very well advised, and that he Knoweth with whom he hath to do, what babes and Children we Are, which must not have meat Set before us, in gross to be our own carvers, pns12 vmb xx vvi cc-acp cst pns31 vbz av av vvn, cc cst pns31 vvz p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhz pc-acp vdi, r-crq n2 cc n2 pns12 vbr, r-crq vmb xx vhi n1 vvn p-acp pno12, p-acp j pc-acp vbi po12 d n2, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 142
1679 but it must bee minced to our handes, we must also be fedde as it were by spoonfuls. but it must be minced to our hands, we must also be fed as it were by spoonfuls. cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vmb av vbi vvn c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp n2. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 142
1680 For this cause he did not contenthimselfe to exhort in generall vnto vertue, but also to name and point vs out certaine chiefe branches, which we must especiallie labour about, For this cause he did not contenthimselfe to exhort in general unto virtue, but also to name and point us out certain chief branches, which we must especially labour about, p-acp d n1 pns31 vdd xx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp av p-acp n1 cc vvb pno12 av j j-jn n2, r-crq pns12 vmb av-j vvi a-acp, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 142
1681 for vnlesse God should deale with vs in this wise, so vaine are we, that wee should wander and roue as it were in a wide field, for unless God should deal with us in this wise, so vain Are we, that we should wander and rove as it were in a wide field, c-acp cs np1 vmd vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1, av j vbr pns12, cst pns12 vmd vvi cc vvi c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp dt j n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 142
1682 and neuer come nigh the marke, or at least, in looking after some one vertue or other, forget and let goe the chiefe and principall. and never come High the mark, or At least, in looking After Some one virtue or other, forget and let go the chief and principal. cc av-x vvb av-j dt n1, cc p-acp ds, p-acp vvg p-acp d crd n1 cc n-jn, vvb cc vvb vvi dt j-jn cc n-jn. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 142
1683 For wee see many that can rowle in their mouth the name of vertue and godlinesse, For we see many that can roll in their Mouth the name of virtue and godliness, c-acp pns12 vvb d cst vmb vvi p-acp po32 n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 142
1684 and nothing almost but vertue, vertue, as though they would perswade men, that their garden did growe full of such hearbes, and nothing almost but virtue, virtue, as though they would persuade men, that their garden did grow full of such herbs, cc pix av cc-acp n1, n1, c-acp cs pns32 vmd vvi n2, cst po32 n1 vdd vvi j pp-f d n2, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 143
1685 but when wee come to this particular examination, to looke for this vertue and that, in steede of these sweet hearbes, we shall find nothing but stincking weeds. but when we come to this particular examination, to look for this virtue and that, in steed of these sweet herbs, we shall find nothing but stinking weeds. cc-acp c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp d j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 cc d, p-acp n1 pp-f d j n2, pns12 vmb vvi pix cc-acp j-vvg n2. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 143
1686 Here is a great parte of our diligence and wisdome, therefore, that when wee studie forvertue and godlinesse, Here is a great part of our diligence and Wisdom, Therefore, that when we study forvertue and godliness, av vbz dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1, av, cst c-crq pns12 vvi n1 cc n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 143
1687 and when we call vpon the Lord for giftes, we search out euery part, and branch, and when we call upon the Lord for Gifts, we search out every part, and branch, cc c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2, pns12 vvb av d n1, cc n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 143
1688 least we be ouerseene in some speciall point, and least while wee seeke to increase one vertue, another decay in vs, lest we be overseen in Some special point, and least while we seek to increase one virtue, Another decay in us, cs pns12 vbb vvn p-acp d j n1, cc ds n1 pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi crd n1, j-jn n1 p-acp pno12, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 143
1689 for that shall come to passe, if we cast not our eies diligently on euerie side, for that shall come to pass, if we cast not our eyes diligently on every side, c-acp d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, cs pns12 vvb xx po12 n2 av-j p-acp d n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 143
1690 and so often times we rather loose then gaine, rather go backward than forward. and so often times we rather lose then gain, rather go backward than forward. cc av av n2 pns12 av-c vvi cs n1, av-c vvb av-j cs j. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 143
1691 Out of the negligence in this point of doctrine, or for want of knowledge in it, men growe into securitie, Out of the negligence in this point of Doctrine, or for want of knowledge in it, men grow into security, av pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, n2 vvb p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 143
1692 and a verie little contenteth them, yea though it be but euen some shew of vertue, and a very little contents them, yea though it be but even Some show of virtue, cc dt j j vvz pno32, uh cs pn31 vbi cc-acp av-j d n1 pp-f n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 143
1693 and slouthfullie they shuffle off the matter: a thing greatlie to be taken heed vnto. and slothfully they shuffle off the matter: a thing greatly to be taken heed unto. cc av-j pns32 vvi a-acp dt n1: dt n1 av-j pc-acp vbi vvn n1 p-acp. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 143
1694 Because, out of all question it is, that which hath caused diuers forward men, in continuance of time as it were gathering rust to become slack: Because, out of all question it is, that which hath caused diverse forward men, in Continuance of time as it were gathering rust to become slack: p-acp, av pp-f d n1 pn31 vbz, cst r-crq vhz vvn j j n2, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 c-acp pn31 vbdr vvg n1 pc-acp vvi j: (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 143
1695 if wee haue desire therefore to continue, let vs learne to put this lesson in practise. if we have desire Therefore to continue, let us Learn to put this Lesson in practice. cs pns12 vhb n1 av pc-acp vvi, vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 143
1696 But why doth hee will vs to ioyne temperance or continence with knowledge, it should seeme he had no regard of any affinitie in matching these things togither, But why does he will us to join temperance or continence with knowledge, it should seem he had no regard of any affinity in matching these things together, p-acp q-crq vdz pns31 vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, pn31 vmd vvi pns31 vhd dx n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp vvg d n2 av, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 143
1697 for temperance is conuersant about pleasures and delightes: for temperance is conversant about pleasures and delights: p-acp n1 vbz j p-acp n2 cc n2: (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 143
1698 Yes verilie, we shall plainly see, that there is great cause for which he ioyneth euerie one of these vertues togither. Yes verily, we shall plainly see, that there is great cause for which he Joineth every one of these Virtues together. uh av-j, pns12 vmb av-j vvi, cst pc-acp vbz j n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz d crd pp-f d n2 av. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 143
1699 And first, to begin with this, yee are to note that continence is not conuersant alone, about the delightes of the body, but also of the minde: And First, to begin with this, ye Are to note that continence is not conversant alone, about the delights of the body, but also of the mind: cc ord, pc-acp vvi p-acp d, pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi d n1 vbz xx j av-j, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp av pp-f dt n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 144
1700 so that in seeking knowledge, which wee must doe very eagerly, wee are to take heed of these extreames which are contrary to a continent minde, either to bee so wauering, that euery puffe doe driue vs from the manifest truth, so that in seeking knowledge, which we must do very eagerly, we Are to take heed of these extremes which Are contrary to a continent mind, either to be so wavering, that every puff do driven us from the manifest truth, av cst p-acp vvg n1, r-crq pns12 vmb vdi av av-j, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d n2-jn r-crq vbr j-jn p-acp dt n1 n1, av-d pc-acp vbi av j-vvg, cst d n1 vdb vvi pno12 p-acp dt j n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 144
1701 or else on the other side to bee so stiffe, and so wilfully wedded to our owne iudgement, that wee will stand in defence of that which we haue once liked, or Else on the other side to be so stiff, and so wilfully wedded to our own judgement, that we will stand in defence of that which we have once liked, cc av p-acp dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi av j, cc av av-j vvn p-acp po12 d n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pp-f d r-crq pns12 vhb a-acp vvn, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 144
1702 and not admit any reason to the contrary: both these are contrary to a continent minde: and not admit any reason to the contrary: both these Are contrary to a continent mind: cc xx vvi d n1 p-acp dt n-jn: d d vbr j-jn p-acp dt n1 n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 144
1703 and both of them enemies to true knowledge. and both of them enemies to true knowledge. cc d pp-f pno32 n2 p-acp j n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 144
1704 Therefore wee are warned here in our diligent search for knowledge, to take heed that when wee haue learned the truth, wee continue stedfast and vnmoueable in it, not to be tossed to and fro, Therefore we Are warned Here in our diligent search for knowledge, to take heed that when we have learned the truth, we continue steadfast and Unmovable in it, not to be tossed to and from, av pns12 vbr vvn av p-acp po12 j n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi n1 cst c-crq pns12 vhb vvn dt n1, pns12 vvb j cc j-u p-acp pn31, xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp cc av, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 144
1705 as some vnstable minds are, who when they haue been taught the truth, the least doubt that is raysed against it, causeth them by and by to shake, as Some unstable minds Are, who when they have been taught the truth, the least doubt that is raised against it, Causes them by and by to shake, c-acp d j n2 vbr, r-crq c-crq pns32 vhb vbn vvn dt n1, dt ds n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pn31, vvz pno32 p-acp cc a-acp pc-acp vvi, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 144
1706 and to feare whether they be in the right way or no, also wee must take heede of that stiffenesse, which causeth some to speake when it were better for them to heare, and to Fear whither they be in the right Way or no, also we must take heed of that stiffness, which Causes Some to speak when it were better for them to hear, cc pc-acp vvi cs pns32 vbb p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc uh-dx, av pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq vvz d pc-acp vvi c-crq pn31 vbdr jc p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 144
1707 and to bee heard aloft, when a lower voyce might serue them better: farre from the counsell of Saint Iames, who willeth vs to bee swift to heare, and slow to speake. and to be herd aloft, when a lower voice might serve them better: Far from the counsel of Saint James, who wills us to be swift to hear, and slow to speak. cc pc-acp vbi vvn av, c-crq dt jc n1 vmd vvi pno32 av-jc: av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 np1, r-crq vvz pno12 pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi, cc j pc-acp vvi. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 144
1708 Let vs bee sure our knowledge bee well grounded, before wee settle our selues to continew in it: Let us be sure our knowledge be well grounded, before we settle our selves to continue in it: vvb pno12 vbi j po12 n1 vbi av vvn, c-acp pns12 vvb po12 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31: (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 144
1709 least in steede of heaping vp golde, wee fill our chestes with nothing but drosse. lest in steed of heaping up gold, we fill our chests with nothing but dross. cs p-acp n1 pp-f vvg a-acp n1, pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp pix cc-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 145
1710 Also we must beware, that we bend our studie for the knowledge of these points which serue to increase godlinesse, and to true edifying. Also we must beware, that we bend our study for the knowledge of these points which serve to increase godliness, and to true edifying. av pns12 vmb vvi, cst pns12 vvb po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi n1, cc p-acp j n-vvg. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 145
1711 For many seek for knowledge, but their vaine braine doth carie them to seeke after curious questions, For many seek for knowledge, but their vain brain does carry them to seek After curious questions, p-acp d vvb p-acp n1, cc-acp po32 j n1 vdz vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 145
1712 and to let passe those things which should do them most good: and to let pass those things which should do them most good: cc pc-acp vvi vvi d n2 r-crq vmd vdi pno32 av-ds j: (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 145
1713 and this is a sore and grieuous sicknesse in men, as the questions they commonlie mooue, doe shew. and this is a soar and grievous sickness in men, as the questions they commonly move, do show. cc d vbz dt j cc j n1 p-acp n2, c-acp dt n2 pns32 av-j vvi, vdb vvi. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 145
1714 Hee addeth, To temperance ioyne patience. This also may seem to bee somewhat strange; but if we looke well vnto it, wee then shall perceiue the meaning more plainlie: He adds, To temperance join patience. This also may seem to be somewhat strange; but if we look well unto it, we then shall perceive the meaning more plainly: pns31 vvz, p-acp n1 vvi n1. d av vmb vvi pc-acp vbi av j; cc-acp cs pns12 vvb av p-acp pn31, pns12 av vmb vvi dt n1 av-dc av-j: (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 145
1715 patience is not onely requisite in those which haue receiued the profession of the Gospel, to beare and indure all persecutions and afflictions, which oftentimes are so raging, that (except wee haue our heartes well stayed, patience is not only requisite in those which have received the profession of the Gospel, to bear and endure all persecutions and afflictions, which oftentimes Are so raging, that (except we have our hearts well stayed, n1 vbz xx av-j j p-acp d r-crq vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n2 cc n2, r-crq av vbr av j-vvg, cst (c-acp pns12 vhb po12 n2 av vvn, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 145
1716 and seasoned with patience) wee shall bee driuen to forsake and to forswear our knowledge: and seasoned with patience) we shall be driven to forsake and to forswear our knowledge: cc vvn p-acp n1) pns12 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi po12 n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 145
1717 but also it is very requisite to be wel armed & fenced with it, when wee shall haue to doe with those which are absurd and grosse, but also it is very requisite to be well armed & fenced with it, when we shall have to do with those which Are absurd and gross, cc-acp av pn31 vbz av j pc-acp vbi av vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31, c-crq pns12 vmb vhi pc-acp vdi p-acp d r-crq vbr j cc j, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 145
1718 and therefore it is as a dagger to a mans heart, to heare all their blockish reasons against the word, to see how sencelesse they are, and Therefore it is as a dagger to a men heart, to hear all their blockish Reasons against the word, to see how senseless they Are, cc av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, pc-acp vvi d po32 j n2 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi c-crq j pns32 vbr, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 145
1719 when the plaine trueth is laid before them: Likewise their spiteful railings & fleeting mocks which they will vse: when the plain truth is laid before them: Likewise their spiteful railings & fleeting mocks which they will use: c-crq dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32: av po32 j n2-vvg cc vvg n2 r-crq pns32 vmb vvi: (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 145
1720 their bold abusing of Gods word, their arrogant presumption, which causeth them to prattle very fast, euen they knowe not what: their bold abusing of God's word, their arrogant presumption, which Causes them to prattle very fast, even they know not what: po32 j n-vvg pp-f npg1 n1, po32 j n1, r-crq vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi av av-j, av pns32 vvb xx r-crq: (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 145
1721 or els wee shall be huried hither and thither vpon rockes, and make shipwrack of our mildnesse, or Else we shall be huried hither and thither upon Rocks, and make shipwreck of our mildness, cc av pns12 vmb vbi vvn av cc av p-acp n2, cc vvi n1 pp-f po12 n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 146
1722 and so marre and disgrace the good cause which we haue in hande. and so mar and disgrace the good cause which we have in hand. cc av vvi cc vvi dt j n1 r-crq pns12 vhb p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 146
1723 For wicked men will iudge all to proceede of rancour and anger, and ascribe all to choler, For wicked men will judge all to proceed of rancour and anger, and ascribe all to choler, p-acp j n2 vmb vvi d pc-acp vvi pp-f n1 cc n1, cc vvi d p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 146
1724 and so by this meanes there is procured some dishonour to God, who should greatlie be honoured if we could meekely (as his Apostle willeth) instruct those which are contrarie minded, proouing if God at anie time wil giue them repentance, to come out of the snare of the diuell of whom they bee holden captiue, to doe his will, and so by this means there is procured Some dishonour to God, who should greatly be honoured if we could meekly (as his Apostle wills) instruct those which Are contrary minded, proving if God At any time will give them Repentance, to come out of the snare of the Devil of whom they be held captive, to do his will, cc av p-acp d n2 a-acp vbz vvn d n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vmd av-j vbi vvn cs pns12 vmd av-j (c-acp po31 n1 vvz) vvb d r-crq vbr j-jn vvn, vvg cs np1 p-acp d n1 vmb vvi pno32 n1, pc-acp vvi av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 vbb vvn j-jn, pc-acp vdi po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 146
1725 and so to stop their mouthes, that they cannot bee able to answere. and so to stop their mouths, that they cannot be able to answer. cc av pc-acp vvi po32 n2, cst pns32 vmbx vbi j pc-acp vvi. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 146
1726 The want of this vertue oftentimes bringeth great inconuenience to the conference of brethren, which should bring togither (as it were into one heap) whatsoeuer euery one hath gleaned by himselfe, that so the one might supply ye want of the other; The want of this virtue oftentimes brings great inconvenience to the conference of brothers, which should bring together (as it were into one heap) whatsoever every one hath gleaned by himself, that so the one might supply you want of the other; dt n1 pp-f d n1 av vvz j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vmd vvi av (c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp crd n1) r-crq d pi vhz vvn p-acp px31, cst av dt pi vmd vvi pn22 vvb pp-f dt j-jn; (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 146
1727 but the impatience of some is such, that great inconuenience doth growe thereby. To conclude this matter, seeing troubles are allotted vnto vs, and suffrings for the truth, but the impatience of Some is such, that great inconvenience does grow thereby. To conclude this matter, seeing Troubles Are allotted unto us, and sufferings for the truth, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f d vbz d, cst j n1 vdz vvi av. p-acp vvi d n1, vvg n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno12, cc n2 p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 146
1728 and that wee are subiect to so many reproches, railinges, tauntes, and mockes at the handes of absurd and euill men: and that we Are Subject to so many Reproaches, railings, taunts, and mocks At the hands of absurd and evil men: cc cst pns12 vbr j-jn p-acp av d n2, n2-vvg, n2, cc n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j cc j-jn n2: (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 146
1729 whosoeuer looketh to walk in the way of knowledge, hee must seeke to possesse his soule in patience. whosoever looks to walk in the Way of knowledge, he must seek to possess his soul in patience. r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 146
1730 It followeth, With pattence, godlines, &c. A man may demaund what manner of order is heere vsed, in willing vs to ioyne godlinesse to patience, It follows, With pattence, godliness, etc. A man may demand what manner of order is Here used, in willing us to join godliness to patience, pn31 vvz, p-acp n1, n1, av dt n1 vmb vvi r-crq n1 pp-f n1 vbz av vvn, p-acp vvg pno12 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 146
1731 and then to godlines, brotherlie kindnes: and then to godliness, brotherly kindness: cc av p-acp n1, av-j n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 146
1732 is not godlines the whole or the general, and these branches are members of it? True it is that this word is often vsed generallie, to comprehend all goodnes, is not godliness the Whole or the general, and these branches Are members of it? True it is that this word is often used generally, to comprehend all Goodness, vbz xx n1 dt j-jn cc dt n1, cc d n2 vbr n2 pp-f pn31? j pn31 vbz cst d n1 vbz av vvn av-j, pc-acp vvi d n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 147
1733 but in this place, it comprehendeth but the first Table of the law, wherein we are willed to be deuout or zealous: but in this place, it comprehendeth but the First Table of the law, wherein we Are willed to be devout or zealous: cc-acp p-acp d n1, pn31 vvz p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi j cc j: (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 147
1734 a very necessary caueat to beware that we doe not become so patient, that wee forget to bee zealous in the Lords quarrell: a very necessary caveat to beware that we do not become so patient, that we forget to be zealous in the lords quarrel: dt j j n1 pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vdb xx vvi av j, cst pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n2 n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 147
1735 it is as if Saint Peter should haue saide: it is as if Saint Peter should have said: pn31 vbz c-acp cs n1 np1 vmd vhi vvd: (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 147
1736 I would not haue you so meeke, as to beare and put vp al, I would haue you withall to be hotte in Gods quarrell, forget not that. I would not have you so meek, as to bear and put up all, I would have you withal to be hot in God's quarrel, forget not that. pns11 vmd xx vhi pn22 av j, c-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi a-acp d, pns11 vmd vhi pn22 av pc-acp vbi j p-acp npg1 n1, vvb xx d. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 147
1737 For many vnder a colour of a meeke patience, doe couer the want of religion, For many under a colour of a meek patience, do cover the want of Religion, p-acp d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vdb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 147
1738 for if God bee dishonoted, his truth defaced, his seruants slaundered, they can heare and see, for if God be dishonoted, his truth defaced, his Servants slandered, they can hear and see, c-acp cs np1 vbb j, po31 n1 vvn, po31 n2 vvn, pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 147
1739 and yet bee as meeke as a Lambe: and yet be as meek as a Lamb: cc av vbi a-acp j c-acp dt n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 147
1740 but if themselues bee touched yee shall see them playe the Lions, and of luke warme to become fire hot: but if themselves be touched ye shall see them play the Lions, and of lycia warm to become fire hight: cc-acp cs px32 vbi vvn pn22 vmb vvi pno32 vvi dt n2, cc pp-f av j pc-acp vvi n1 j: (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 147
1741 this therefore is no patience which wanteth godlines. We must learne then, both with patience, & meeknes, to deale in the Lords matters, and also with feruent zeale: this Therefore is no patience which Wants godliness. We must Learn then, both with patience, & meekness, to deal in the lords matters, and also with fervent zeal: d av vbz dx n1 r-crq vvz n1. pns12 vmb vvi av, av-d p-acp n1, cc n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 n2, cc av p-acp j n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 147
1742 least in steed of this excellent vertue of patience, which was commended vnto vs, there be nothing but a prophane vngodlinesse and an irreligious mildnes, in which at this day moe doe offend, then through impatience: lest in steed of this excellent virtue of patience, which was commended unto us, there be nothing but a profane ungodliness and an irreligious mildness, in which At this day more doe offend, then through impatience: cs p-acp n1 pp-f d j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp pno12, pc-acp vbi pix p-acp dt j n1 cc dt j n1, p-acp r-crq p-acp d n1 dc n1 vvi, av p-acp n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 147
1743 for these Atheists haue this as an excuse very readilie. for these Atheists have this as an excuse very readily. c-acp d n2 vhb d c-acp dt n1 av av-j. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 147
1744 Are we not commaunded to be gentle and soft? Is it not our dutie to maintaine loue, are we not commanded to be gentle and soft? Is it not our duty to maintain love, vbr pns12 xx vvn pc-acp vbi j cc j? vbz pn31 xx po12 n1 pc-acp vvi n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 147
1745 and charitie with our neighbours? Indeede they bee great swearers, and sometime they vse to speake against Gods worde, and charity with our neighbours? Indeed they be great swearers, and sometime they use to speak against God's word, cc n1 p-acp po12 n2? av pns32 vbb j n2, cc av pns32 vvb p-acp vvb p-acp ng1 n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 148
1746 if they bee awry, I thinke they shall answere for themselues, if wee should gainsay, if they be awry, I think they shall answer for themselves, if we should gainsay, cs pns32 vbb av, pns11 vvb pns32 vmb vvi p-acp px32, cs pns12 vmd vvi, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 148
1747 or seeme to reprooue them, they would not take it well, therefore I thinke good not to disquiet them. or seem to reprove them, they would not take it well, Therefore I think good not to disquiet them. cc vvb pc-acp vvi pno32, pns32 vmd xx vvi pn31 av, av pns11 vvb av-j xx pc-acp vvi pno32. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 148
1748 Heere is now woonderfull patience, these are verie godly and charitable persons, yea euen a treacherie towards God and men. Here is now wondered patience, these Are very godly and charitable Persons, yea even a treachery towards God and men. av vbz av j-vvn n1, d vbr av j cc j n2, uh av dt n1 p-acp np1 cc n2. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 148
1749 For is there anie of them, which being slandered with some foule crime, wherby they shuld receiue great iniurie, For is there any of them, which being slandered with Some foul crime, whereby they should receive great injury, p-acp vbz pc-acp d pp-f pno32, r-crq vbg vvn p-acp d j n1, c-crq pns32 vmd vvi j n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 148
1750 or be spitefully rayled vpon, if some of their neere friendes sit by and hold their tougues, or be spitefully railed upon, if Some of their near Friends fit by and hold their tougues, cc vbi av-j vvd p-acp, cs d pp-f po32 j n2 vvb p-acp cc vvi po32 n2, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 148
1751 when they know they be iniuried, that cannot by and by feele & say, this was colde friendship, that they could not haue dealt so vnlouinglie towardes their friendes, by whomsoeeuer they should haue heard them so abused, they could not haue helde their tonges? Then belike God nor his truth are none of their deare friends that they can put vp such iniurie done towardes him. when they know they be injuried, that cannot by and by feel & say, this was cold friendship, that they could not have dealt so vnlouinglie towards their Friends, by whomsoeeuer they should have herd them so abused, they could not have held their tongues? Then belike God nor his truth Are none of their deer Friends that they can put up such injury done towards him. c-crq pns32 vvb pns32 vbb vvn, cst vmbx a-acp cc p-acp vvi cc vvi, d vbds j-jn n1, cst pns32 vmd xx vhi vvn av av-vvg p-acp po32 n2, p-acp n1 pns32 vmd vhi vvn pno32 av vvn, pns32 vmd xx vhi vvd po32 n2? av av n1 ccx po31 n1 vbr pix pp-f po32 j-jn n2 cst pns32 vmb vvi a-acp d n1 vdn p-acp pno31. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 148
1752 There is plentie of this patience in all places, but godlinesse cannot be suffered to come neere, There is plenty of this patience in all places, but godliness cannot be suffered to come near, pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp d n2, cc-acp n1 vmbx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi av-j, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 148
1753 for hee is a breake peace and a verie vnpleasant fellowe, hee is ouer rough and precise, for he is a break peace and a very unpleasant fellow, he is over rough and precise, c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 n1 cc dt j j n1, pns31 vbz a-acp j cc j, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 148
1754 and ouer captious, there was good neighbourhood and friendship before he came, they could bee merie together, and over captious, there was good neighbourhood and friendship before he Come, they could be merry together, cc p-acp j, pc-acp vbds j n1 cc n1 c-acp pns31 vvd, pns32 vmd vbi j av, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 148
1755 and bee in vnitie, without any iarre: and be in unity, without any jar: cc vbi p-acp n1, p-acp d n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 148
1756 had it not beene better to vse gentlenesse and patience, then to haue this broyle? for there is nothing better then loue, had it not been better to use gentleness and patience, then to have this broil? for there is nothing better then love, vhd pn31 xx vbn j pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, cs pc-acp vhi d n1? c-acp pc-acp vbz pix jc cs n1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 148
1757 & where that is not, there is nothing good. & where that is not, there is nothing good. cc c-crq d vbz xx, pc-acp vbz pix j. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 148
1758 O miserable dayes, this is the good loue now among men, that they cannot loue one another, O miserable days, this is the good love now among men, that they cannot love one Another, sy j n2, d vbz dt j n1 av p-acp n2, cst pns32 vmbx vvi pi j-jn, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 149
1759 but they must hate God, to haue peace and concord with men to be at oddes with God for mens sake, to put vp the dishonoring of his name, not to continue in patience, vnles godlines be wanting. but they must hate God, to have peace and concord with men to be At odds with God for men's sake, to put up the Dishonoring of his name, not to continue in patience, unless godliness be wanting. cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi np1, pc-acp vhi n1 cc n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp n2 p-acp np1 p-acp ng2 n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 n1, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cs n1 vbb vvg. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 149
1760 The vngodlie world and leud nature that is in men, taketh occasion to accuse godlie zeale, vnder this pretence: The ungodly world and lewd nature that is in men, Takes occasion to accuse godly zeal, under this pretence: dt j n1 cc j n1 cst vbz p-acp n2, vvz n1 pc-acp vvi j n1, p-acp d n1: (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 149
1761 and to finde fault with the preaching of the word, because, say they, it setteth men at strife. and to find fault with the preaching of the word, Because, say they, it sets men At strife. cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, c-acp, vvb pns32, pn31 vvz n2 p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 149
1762 But wee must learne in this place to ioyne godlines with our patience, for otherwise we shall bee found to bee nothing els but irreligious and prophane dogs: But we must Learn in this place to join godliness with our patience, for otherwise we shall be found to be nothing Else but irreligious and profane Dogs: cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po12 n1, c-acp av pns12 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi pix av cc-acp j cc j n2: (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 149
1763 although we pretend loue neuer so much. although we pretend love never so much. cs pns12 vvb n1 av-x av av-d. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 149
1764 The time will not suffer to handle the rest, which remaineth in this Text. Let vs rememeber that which hath beene said, The time will not suffer to handle the rest, which remains in this Text. Let us rememeber that which hath been said, dt n1 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1, r-crq vvz p-acp d np1 vvb pno12 vvi d r-crq vhz vbn vvn, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 149
1765 and giue all diligence to pursue these excellent vertues, that so wee may approoue our selues to be right Christians, and give all diligence to pursue these excellent Virtues, that so we may approve our selves to be right Christians, cc vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi d j n2, cst av pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vbi j-jn np1, (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 149
1766 and look for the blessed hope promised in Iesu Christ. and look for the blessed hope promised in Iesu christ. cc vvb p-acp dt j-vvn n1 vvn p-acp np1 np1. (10) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 149
1767 THE THIRD SERMON. 7 And with godlinesse, brotherlie kindnesse: and with brotherlie kindnesse, loue. THE THIRD SERMON. 7 And with godliness, brotherly kindness: and with brotherly kindness, love. dt ord n1. crd cc p-acp n1, av-j n1: cc p-acp j n1, n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 83 Page 150
1768 8 For if these things be with you and abound, they will make you that ye shall not bee idle, 8 For if these things be with you and abound, they will make you that you shall not be idle, crd c-acp cs d n2 vbb p-acp pn22 cc vvi, pns32 vmb vvi pn22 cst pn22 vmb xx vbi j, (11) sermon (DIV2) 85 Page 150
1769 nor vnfruitfull, in the knowledge of our Lord Iesus Christ. nor unfruitful, in the knowledge of our Lord Iesus christ. ccx j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 85 Page 150
1770 9 For he that hath not these things is blind, and seeth not a farre off, 9 For he that hath not these things is blind, and sees not a Far off, crd c-acp pns31 cst vhz xx d n2 vbz j, cc vvz xx dt av-j a-acp, (11) sermon (DIV2) 86 Page 150
1771 and hath forgotten that he was purged from his old sinnes. and hath forgotten that he was purged from his old Sins. cc vhz vvn cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 j n2. (11) sermon (DIV2) 86 Page 150
1772 ANd with godlinesse brotherlie kindnesse, &c. We haue heard alreadie, that with our faith must be ioyned vertue or godly deedes, which it cannot bee without, ANd with godliness brotherly kindness, etc. We have herd already, that with our faith must be joined virtue or godly Deeds, which it cannot be without, cc p-acp n1 av-j n1, av pns12 vhb vvn av, cst p-acp po12 n1 vmb vbi vvn n1 cc j n2, r-crq pn31 vmbx vbi p-acp, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 150
1773 if it bee a true faith: if it be a true faith: cs pn31 vbb dt j n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 150
1774 with vertue wee are commaunded to ioyne knowledge, which may bee a guide thereunto, our knowledge must goe with temperance, with this must come patience, with virtue we Are commanded to join knowledge, which may be a guide thereunto, our knowledge must go with temperance, with this must come patience, p-acp n1 pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi n1, r-crq vmb vbi dt n1 av, po12 n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1, p-acp d vmb vvi n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 150
1775 and thereunto must be ioyned godlinesse. There remaine yet two branches of these speciall vertues, about which wee are to trauell: and thereunto must be joined godliness. There remain yet two branches of these special Virtues, about which we Are to travel: cc av vmb vbi vvn n1. pc-acp vvi av crd n2 pp-f d j n2, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 150
1776 the first of these is brotherlie loue or kindnesse, which must be yoked with godlinesse: the First of these is brotherly love or kindness, which must be yoked with godliness: dt ord pp-f d vbz av-j n1 cc n1, r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 150
1777 as I said, that this godlinesse hee speaketh of, is referred to the first Table of the Lawe, respecting God and his religion, that we be sound and zealous in the same, as I said, that this godliness he speaks of, is referred to the First Table of the Law, respecting God and his Religion, that we be found and zealous in the same, c-acp pns11 vvd, cst d n1 pns31 vvz pp-f, vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg np1 cc po31 n1, cst pns12 vbb j cc j p-acp dt d, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 150
1778 and not as those which are for all all times, and all religions, and therefore care not what bee said against religion, being very bellie-gods and Atheistes: and not as those which Are for all all times, and all Religions, and Therefore care not what bee said against Religion, being very belly-gods and Atheists: cc xx p-acp d r-crq vbr p-acp d d n2, cc d n2, cc av vvb xx r-crq n1 vvd p-acp n1, vbg j n2 cc n2: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 151
1779 so this is referred to the second table, shewing what we owe vnto men. so this is referred to the second table, showing what we owe unto men. av d vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n1, vvg r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n2. (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 151
1780 This is verie fitlie and necessarily added, for as there bee manie, which regarding men onely, This is very fitly and necessarily added, for as there be many, which regarding men only, d vbz av av-j cc av-j vvn, c-acp c-acp pc-acp vbi d, r-crq vvg n2 av-j, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 151
1781 how to please, and not to grieue or offend them, altogether forgetting their dutie towardes the Lord God, how to please, and not to grieve or offend them, altogether forgetting their duty towards the Lord God, c-crq pc-acp vvi, cc xx pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32, av vvg po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 151
1782 and wholie shutting him out, as though their chiefe care should be of men, let passe godlinesse: and wholly shutting him out, as though their chief care should be of men, let pass godliness: cc av-jn vvg pno31 av, c-acp cs po32 j-jn n1 vmd vbi pp-f n2, vvb vvi n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 151
1783 so there bee some that offende on the other side, which looking alwaies so high, so there be Some that offend on the other side, which looking always so high, av pc-acp vbi d cst vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1, r-crq vvg av av j, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 151
1784 as to haue respect to the Lord and his trueth, to bee earnest and fierie in that, ouerlooke men, forgetting the duties which they owe vnto them: as to have respect to the Lord and his truth, to be earnest and fiery in that, overlook men, forgetting the duties which they owe unto them: c-acp pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n1, pc-acp vbi j cc j p-acp d, vvi n2, vvg dt n2 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp pno32: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 151
1785 the holie Apostle meeteth with this mischiefe, and telleth vs that we must so loue God, that we also loue men: the holy Apostle meeteth with this mischief, and Telleth us that we must so love God, that we also love men: dt j n1 vvz p-acp d n1, cc vvz pno12 cst pns12 vmb av vvi np1, cst pns12 av vvb n2: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 151
1786 ioyne, saith he, to your godlines brotherly kindnesse: join, Says he, to your godliness brotherly kindness: vvb, vvz pns31, p-acp po22 n1 av-j n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 151
1787 For vnlesse this bee ioyned, and goe with our zeale of Gods worde, it is no true godlines, For unless this be joined, and go with our zeal of God's word, it is no true godliness, c-acp cs d vbb vvn, cc vvi p-acp po12 n1 pp-f npg1 n1, pn31 vbz dx j n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 151
1788 although we bee neuer so sound in iudgement, and seem to be as hot as Moses or Elias, although we be never so found in judgement, and seem to be as hight as Moses or Elias, cs pns12 vbb av-x av j p-acp n1, cc vvb pc-acp vbi a-acp j c-acp np1 cc np1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 151
1789 yea euen to bee swallowed vp with burning zeale: yea even to be swallowed up with burning zeal: uh j pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp j-vvg n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 151
1790 for it doth not proceed from Gods spirit, who doth also work the loue towards men whersoeuer he goeth: for it does not proceed from God's Spirit, who does also work the love towards men wheresoever he Goes: c-acp pn31 vdz xx vvi p-acp ng1 n1, r-crq vdz av vvi dt n1 p-acp n2 c-crq pns31 vvz: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 151
1791 but it doeth proceed of some corrupt cause, as of vaine glorie, or selfe-loue, and such like, but it doth proceed of Some corrupt cause, as of vain glory, or Self-love, and such like, cc-acp pn31 vdz vvi pp-f d j n1, c-acp pp-f j n1, cc n1, cc d av-j, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 151
1792 and deserueth not indeed to bee called godlie deuotion, no more than the true faith can bee without vertue, and deserves not indeed to be called godly devotion, no more than the true faith can be without virtue, cc vvz xx av pc-acp vbi vvn j n1, av-dx dc cs dt j n1 vmb vbi p-acp n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 151
1793 or deserueth to bee called ought, saue a shadowe or image of faith, if it bee without good workes: or deserves to be called ought, save a shadow or image of faith, if it be without good works: cc vvz pc-acp vbi vvn pi, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cs pn31 vbb p-acp j n2: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 151
1794 but it is a bitternesse, which resembleth the true zeale, which doth euermore carrie with it, a loue and care towards men. but it is a bitterness, which resembles the true zeal, which does evermore carry with it, a love and care towards men. cc-acp pn31 vbz dt n1, r-crq vvz dt j n1, r-crq vdz av vvi p-acp pn31, dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n2. (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 152
1795 True it is that to be zealous in spirit, is a singular and speciall gift of God, True it is that to be zealous in Spirit, is a singular and special gift of God, j pn31 vbz d pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1, vbz dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 152
1796 & they which be without it are but brutish, and sencelesse creatures, not knowing God, nor how precious his glorie is: & they which be without it Are but brutish, and senseless creatures, not knowing God, nor how precious his glory is: cc pns32 r-crq vbb p-acp pn31 vbr p-acp j, cc j n2, xx vvg np1, ccx c-crq j po31 n1 vbz: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 152
1797 yet this must bee looked vnto in euerie one of vs whether we beare a louing affection toward our brethren or no: yet this must be looked unto in every one of us whither we bear a loving affection towards our brothers or no: av d vmb vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d crd pp-f pno12 c-crq pns12 vvb dt j-vvg n1 p-acp po12 n2 cc dx: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 152
1798 for if we loue God, we must needs loue men, which beare his image. for if we love God, we must needs love men, which bear his image. c-acp cs pns12 vvb np1, pns12 vmb av vvi n2, r-crq vvb po31 n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 152
1799 If we delight in the word of God, this is one chief point of doctrin that is taught in it, that we be louing & kind vnto men. If we delight in the word of God, this is one chief point of Doctrine that is taught in it, that we be loving & kind unto men. cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, d vbz pi n-jn n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pn31, cst pns12 vbb vvg cc n1 p-acp n2. (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 152
1800 Therfore as S. Paul 1. Cor. 13. sheweth, that verie excellent gifts doe not profit without loue, Therefore as S. Paul 1. Cor. 13. shows, that very excellent Gifts do not profit without love, av p-acp n1 np1 crd np1 crd vvz, cst av j n2 vdb xx vvi p-acp n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 152
1801 so likewise in this place we be taught, that if wee would seeme to bee godlie, so likewise in this place we be taught, that if we would seem to be godly, av av p-acp d n1 pns12 vbb vvn, cst cs pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi j, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 152
1802 and haue not loue, it is nothing woorth. and have not love, it is nothing worth. cc vhb xx n1, pn31 vbz pix j. (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 152
1803 Let euery man therefore lay this doctrine to his heart that he must be earnest in the causes of the Lord, zealous in religion, preferring God and his truth, Let every man Therefore lay this Doctrine to his heart that he must be earnest in the Causes of the Lord, zealous in Religion, preferring God and his truth, vvb d n1 av vvd d n1 p-acp po31 n1 cst pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, j p-acp n1, vvg np1 cc po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 152
1804 before all men, whosoeuer, and whatsoeuer they be: before all men, whosoever, and whatsoever they be: p-acp d n2, r-crq, cc r-crq pns32 vbb: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 152
1805 but yet withall, that hee must look downe vnto men, rendring vnto them their due also, this doing hee may bee bolde he is in the right way. but yet withal, that he must look down unto men, rendering unto them their due also, this doing he may be bold he is in the right Way. cc-acp av av, cst pns31 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp n2, vvg p-acp pno32 po32 j-jn av, d vdg pns31 vmb vbi j pns31 vbz p-acp dt j-jn n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 152
1806 Vnto this brotherlie loue we be charged to ioyne loue. Unto this brotherly love we be charged to join love. p-acp d j n1 pns12 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 152
1807 It may bee heere demaunded againe what maner of speech this is, which the Apostle doth vse, It may be Here demanded again what manner of speech this is, which the Apostle does use, pn31 vmb vbi av vvn av r-crq n1 pp-f n1 d vbz, r-crq dt n1 vdz vvi, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 152
1808 for is not brotherlie kindnes or brotherly loue, as the word doth signifie, and loue all one? Wee must bee farre from thinking Saint Peter to deale with so little heede, for is not brotherly kindness or brotherly love, as the word does signify, and love all one? we must be Far from thinking Saint Peter to deal with so little heed, c-acp vbz xx av-j n1 cc j n1, c-acp dt n1 vdz vvi, cc vvb d crd? pns12 vmb vbi av-j p-acp vvg n1 np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp av j n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 152
1809 as to will vs to ioine the very same thing to the same: we must therefore seeke a difference betweene these two. as to will us to join the very same thing to the same: we must Therefore seek a difference between these two. c-acp p-acp vmb pno12 pc-acp vvi dt j d n1 p-acp dt d: pns12 vmb av vvi dt n1 p-acp d crd. (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 153
1810 Wee may take this difference, either that the first of these doth expresse what we owe towardes the godly, who bee chieflie called the brethren, we may take this difference, either that the First of these does express what we owe towards the godly, who bee chiefly called the brothers, pns12 vmb vvi d n1, d cst dt ord pp-f d vdz vvi r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt j, r-crq n1 av-jn vvn dt n2, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 153
1811 and the latter what wee owe vnto all, both good and bad: and the latter what we owe unto all, both good and bad: cc dt d r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp d, av-d j cc j: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 153
1812 or els the former doth signifie the inward affection of loue, and the latter the outwarde practise of the same: or Else the former does signify the inward affection of love, and the latter the outward practice of the same: cc av dt j vdz vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc dt d dt j n1 pp-f dt d: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 153
1813 for the doctrine in both these, is needfull to bee opened. for the Doctrine in both these, is needful to be opened. c-acp dt n1 p-acp d d, vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn. (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 153
1814 If wee take then the former sense, we bee willed to ioyne with our loue towards the godlie and faithfull brethren (whom we ought chieflie, If we take then the former sense, we be willed to join with our love towards the godly and faithful brothers (whom we ought chiefly, cs pns12 vvb av dt j n1, pns12 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt j cc j n2 (ro-crq pns12 vmd av-jn, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 153
1815 and more deerely to fauour) a loue also which may reach euen ouer al, good and bad, friend and soe. and more dearly to favour) a love also which may reach even over all, good and bad, friend and so. cc av-dc av-jn p-acp n1) dt n1 av r-crq vmb vvi av-j p-acp d, j cc j, n1 cc av. (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 153
1816 This Saint Paule teacheth when hee willeth vs to doe good to all men, but especiallie to them which are of the houshold of faith. This Saint Paul Teaches when he wills us to do good to all men, but especially to them which Are of the household of faith. d n1 np1 vvz c-crq pns31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vdi j p-acp d n2, cc-acp av-j p-acp pno32 r-crq vbr pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 153
1817 So that wee must acknowledge our selues bound, in some sort, euen to the wicked, according as our Sauiour doth teach, Matth. 5. Blesse them which curse you, pray for them which hate & persecute: So that we must acknowledge our selves bound, in Some sort, even to the wicked, according as our Saviour does teach, Matthew 5. Bless them which curse you, pray for them which hate & persecute: av cst pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 vvn, p-acp d n1, av p-acp dt j, vvg p-acp po12 n1 vdz vvi, np1 crd vvb pno32 r-crq vvb pn22, vvb p-acp pno32 r-crq n1 cc vvi: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 153
1818 and saint Paule saith, Rom. 12. If thine enemie hunger, feed him: if hee thirst, giue him drinke. and saint Paul Says, Rom. 12. If thine enemy hunger, feed him: if he thirst, give him drink. cc n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd cs po21 n1 n1, vvb pno31: cs pns31 vvb, vvb pno31 vvi. (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 153
1819 Well then, although this bee verie hard to mans nature, yet the Lord doth straightly require it at our handes: Well then, although this be very hard to men nature, yet the Lord does straightly require it At our hands: uh-av av, cs d vbb av j p-acp ng1 n1, av dt n1 vdz av-j vvi pn31 p-acp po12 n2: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 153
1820 and so that if this bee wanting, wee doe but deceiue our selues. and so that if this be wanting, we do but deceive our selves. cc av cst cs d vbb vvg, pns12 vdb p-acp vvi po12 n2. (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 153
1821 If wee take it in the latter sense, the first word to signifie the inward affection of loue, the other, the outwarde practise: If we take it in the latter sense, the First word to signify the inward affection of love, the other, the outward practice: cs pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp dt d n1, dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1, dt n-jn, dt j n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 153
1822 then we haue heere a notable point to be obserued, not to ouershoote our selues in our loue, in iudging it to be right, then we have Here a notable point to be observed, not to overshoot our selves in our love, in judging it to be right, cs pns12 vhb av dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, xx pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp po12 n1, p-acp vvg pn31 pc-acp vbi j-jn, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 154
1823 and sincere, when it is halting and lame: and sincere, when it is halting and lame: cc j, c-crq pn31 vbz vvg cc j: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 154
1824 for many when they heare that we are so straightlie charged for to loue our neighbours, for many when they hear that we Are so straightly charged for to love our neighbours, c-acp d c-crq pns32 vvb cst pns12 vbr av av-j vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n2, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 154
1825 and that without the same, there is nothing good in vs, or which God accepteth; and that without the same, there is nothing good in us, or which God Accepteth; cc cst p-acp dt d, pc-acp vbz pix j p-acp pno12, cc r-crq np1 vvz; (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 154
1826 looke no further but thus, whether they beare any grudge or euill will in their mindes, look no further but thus, whither they bear any grudge or evil will in their minds, vvb av-dx av-jc p-acp av, cs pns32 vvb d n1 cc j-jn vmb p-acp po32 n2, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 154
1827 and if they can say, I hurt no man, nor I mean no hurt to any, they perswade thēselues that this is an excellent loue. and if they can say, I hurt no man, nor I mean no hurt to any, they persuade themselves that this is an excellent love. cc cs pns32 vmb vvi, pns11 vvb dx n1, ccx pns11 vvb dx n1 p-acp d, pns32 vvb px32 cst d vbz dt j n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 154
1828 And so a stone meaning no hurt may be sayd to loue: And so a stone meaning no hurt may be said to love: cc av dt n1 vvg dx n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 154
1829 other somewhat wiser, do not onelie looke to that one thing, whether they beare euill will, other somewhat Wiser, do not only look to that one thing, whither they bear evil will, n-jn av jc, vdb xx av-j vvi p-acp d crd n1, cs pns32 vvb j-jn n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 154
1830 but also whether they haue any kind of affection in them, & heer they stay when they shuld go yet this step further, to see that this kindnes in them, breaketh foorth into good and charitable deeds: but also whither they have any kind of affection in them, & her they stay when they should go yet this step further, to see that this kindness in them, breaks forth into good and charitable Deeds: cc-acp av cs pns32 vhb d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, cc av pns32 vvb c-crq pns32 vmd vvi av d n1 av-jc, pc-acp vvi cst d n1 p-acp pno32, vvz av p-acp j cc j n2: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 154
1831 for there may be some louing affection in a man, and yet bring forth but slender fruites, for there may be Some loving affection in a man, and yet bring forth but slender fruits, c-acp a-acp vmb vbi d j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av vvb av p-acp j n2, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 154
1832 because there is a great sloth in nature, which hindreth men from putting their loue in vre, Because there is a great sloth in nature, which hindereth men from putting their love in use, c-acp pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vvz n2 p-acp vvg po32 n1 p-acp n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 154
1833 for loue is laboursome and painfull, as Saint Paule setteth it foorth 1. Thess. 1. when he saith, Your labouring loue. If then we will loue the brethren, heere is the touchstone, by which we may prooue our loue, that we spare not for any labour or cost, for love is laboursome and painful, as Saint Paul sets it forth 1. Thess 1. when he Says, Your labouring love. If then we will love the brothers, Here is the touchstone, by which we may prove our love, that we spare not for any labour or cost, p-acp n1 vbz j cc j, c-acp n1 np1 vvz pn31 av crd np1 crd c-crq pns31 vvz, po22 j-vvg n1. cs av pns12 vmb vvi dt n2, av vbz dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi po12 n1, cst pns12 vvb xx p-acp d n1 cc n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 154
1834 nor yet waxe wearie, because loue is not like one that is laizie and luskish, loitering at home within a mans breast, nor yet wax weary, Because love is not like one that is lazy and luskish, loitering At home within a men breast, ccx av vvi j, c-acp n1 vbz xx av-j pi cst vbz j cc j, vvg p-acp n1-an p-acp dt ng1 n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 154
1835 but steppeth abroad, and is very diligent: but steppeth abroad, and is very diligent: cc-acp vvz av, cc vbz av j: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 154
1836 neither doth it preferre euerie light commoditie and vaine pleasure, before the benefite of the brethren. neither does it prefer every Light commodity and vain pleasure, before the benefit of the brothers. av-dx vdz pn31 vvi d j n1 cc j n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 155
1837 Then by this it is manifest, how that all those which would seem to bee godlie, Then by this it is manifest, how that all those which would seem to be godly, av p-acp d pn31 vbz j, c-crq cst d d r-crq vmd vvi pc-acp vbi j, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 155
1838 and yet haue cast away the care ouer their brethren, at the least thus farre, that they will neither trauell, and yet have cast away the care over their brothers, At the least thus Far, that they will neither travel, cc av vhb vvn av dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, p-acp dt av-ds av av-j, cst pns32 vmb av-dx vvi, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 155
1839 nor bee at anie charge, for other mens sake, whose wealth they should procure, especiallie of the soule, nor be At any charge, for other men's sake, whose wealth they should procure, especially of the soul, ccx vbi p-acp d n1, p-acp j-jn ng2 n1, rg-crq n1 pns32 vmd vvi, av-j pp-f dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 155
1840 for therein lyeth the chiefe triall of loue: for therein lies the chief trial of love: c-acp av vvz dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 155
1841 because it is a preposterous thing, to be very tender ouer the bodie, a rotten carcasse, Because it is a preposterous thing, to be very tender over the body, a rotten carcase, c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1, pc-acp vbi av j p-acp dt n1, dt j-vvn n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 155
1842 and to pitie the miserie thereof so much, and in the meane while, not to care for that, that is more precious, and to pity the misery thereof so much, and in the mean while, not to care for that, that is more precious, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 av av av-d, cc p-acp dt j n1, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp d, cst vbz av-dc j, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 155
1843 namely the soule, the releeuing and healing of which, shall be the happinesse of the whole man for euer. namely the soul, the relieving and healing of which, shall be the happiness of the Whole man for ever. av dt n1, dt vvg cc vvg pp-f r-crq, vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp av. (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 155
1844 This I speake because we see manie, that will bestowe somewhat vpon the releefe of the bodilie miserie, which haue no pitie vpon men, which wander in blindnesse and ignorance, whose soules are famished and pined, This I speak Because we see many, that will bestow somewhat upon the relief of the bodily misery, which have no pity upon men, which wander in blindness and ignorance, whose Souls Are famished and pined, d pns11 vvb c-acp pns12 vvb d, cst vmb vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vhb dx n1 p-acp n2, r-crq vvb p-acp n1 cc n1, rg-crq n2 vbr vvn cc vvd, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 155
1845 for want of food, full of deadly woundes and sores, which are not salued, bound in the bandes and chaines of sinne, holden vnder captiuitie by Satan, for want of food, full of deadly wounds and sores, which Are not salved, bound in the bands and chains of sin, held under captivity by Satan, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, j pp-f j n2 cc n2, r-crq vbr xx vvn, vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 155
1846 euen readie to bee swallowed vp of the bottomlesse gulfe of hell: the cause indeede is, that they haue not yet learned to pitie their owne soules, even ready to be swallowed up of the bottomless gulf of hell: the cause indeed is, that they have not yet learned to pity their own Souls, av j pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1: dt n1 av vbz, cst pns32 vhb xx av j pc-acp vvi po32 d n2, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 155
1847 and therfore cannot pitie the soules of their brethren: and Therefore cannot pity the Souls of their brothers: cc av vmbx vvi dt n2 pp-f po32 n2: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 155
1848 for for if they did knowe the spirituall miserie, they would neither spare night nor day in trauelling to haue it eased: for for if they did know the spiritual misery, they would neither spare night nor day in travelling to have it eased: c-acp c-acp cs pns32 vdd vvi dt j n1, pns32 vmd av-dx vvi n1 ccx n1 p-acp vvg pc-acp vhi pn31 vvn: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 155
1849 whereas now contrariwise they can pull back men from godlinesse, and discourage them from seeking after saluation: whereas now contrariwise they can pull back men from godliness, and discourage them from seeking After salvation: cs av av pns32 vmb vvi av n2 p-acp n1, cc vvi pno32 p-acp vvg p-acp n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 155
1850 they can laugh and sport themselues in their owne sinnes, and in the sinnes of their neighbours, they can laugh and sport themselves in their own Sins, and in the Sins of their neighbours, pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi px32 p-acp po32 d n2, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 156
1851 as though there were no miserie therein, finallie, being cruell murtherers of soules, woulde neuerthelesse gladlie be deemed charitable. as though there were no misery therein, finally, being cruel murderers of Souls, would nevertheless gladly be deemed charitable. c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr dx n1 av, av-j, vbg j n2 pp-f n2, vmd av av-j vbi vvn j. (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 156
1852 But their bountiful almes doth want seasoning. Let vs learne therefore to pitie, and shewe kindnesse to the bodilie necessitie of men, But their bountiful alms does want seasoning. Let us Learn Therefore to pity, and show kindness to the bodily necessity of men, p-acp po32 j n2 vdz vvi vvg. vvb pno12 vvi av pc-acp vvi, cc vvi n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 156
1853 and not to forget especiallie and aboue all, to procure with all diligence, as much as lyeth in vs, the saluation of their soules: and not to forget especially and above all, to procure with all diligence, as much as lies in us, the salvation of their Souls: cc xx pc-acp vvi av-j cc p-acp d, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, c-acp d c-acp vvz p-acp pno12, dt n1 pp-f po32 n2: (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 156
1854 otherwise we can neuer be said to ioyne loue, and godlinesse togither. otherwise we can never be said to join love, and godliness together. av pns12 vmb av-x vbi vvn pc-acp vvi n1, cc n1 av. (11) sermon (DIV2) 87 Page 156
1855 In that which followeth in the foure next verses, there is shewed partlie the great and singular commodities, which we shall reape, In that which follows in the foure next Verses, there is showed partly the great and singular commodities, which we shall reap, p-acp d r-crq vvz p-acp dt crd ord n2, pc-acp vbz vvn av dt j cc j n2, r-crq pns12 vmb vvi, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 156
1856 if we be garnished with these foresaide vertues: and partlie the discommodities, which wee shall find, in the want of the same. if we be garnished with these foresaid Virtues: and partly the Discomforts, which we shall find, in the want of the same. cs pns12 vbb vvn p-acp d j-vvn n2: cc av dt n2, r-crq pns12 vmb vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d. (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 156
1857 And this Saint Peter setteth foorth, not staying in the bare declaration of the vertues, which indeed of themselues, being so precious and excellent, shoulde mooue vs, And this Saint Peter sets forth, not staying in the bore declaration of the Virtues, which indeed of themselves, being so precious and excellent, should move us, cc d n1 np1 vvz av, xx vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2, r-crq av pp-f px32, vbg av j cc j, vmd vvi pno12, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 156
1858 but dealeth with vs, as with those which bee lumpish and dull, needing many spurres to be pricked forward withall, and all little enough: but deals with us, as with those which bee lumpish and dull, needing many spurs to be pricked forward withal, and all little enough: cc-acp vvz p-acp pno12, c-acp p-acp d r-crq n1 j cc j, vvg d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn av-j av, cc d j av-d: (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 156
1859 let vs be carefull therefore to take heed to that hee saith, If these thinges bee with you, let us be careful Therefore to take heed to that he Says, If these things be with you, vvb pno12 vbi j av pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp cst pns31 vvz, cs d n2 vbb p-acp pn22, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 156
1860 and abound, they will make, &c. In this eight verse, hee beginneth to shew the commodities, which shall redound vnto vs, and abound, they will make, etc. In this eight verse, he begins to show the commodities, which shall redound unto us, cc vvi, pns32 vmb vvi, av p-acp d crd n1, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n2, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pno12, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 156
1861 if we so giue our diligence, that wee may bee richlie decked with these graces: if we so give our diligence, that we may be richly decked with these graces: cs pns12 av vvb po12 n1, cst pns12 vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp d n2: (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 156
1862 They will make you, saith the Apostle, that yee shall not bee idle nor vnfruitfull in the acknowledging of our Lord Iesus Christ. They will make you, Says the Apostle, that ye shall not be idle nor unfruitful in the acknowledging of our Lord Iesus christ. pns32 vmb vvi pn22, vvz dt n1, cst pn22 vmb xx vbi j ccx j p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 157
1863 It is a shamefull thing, when God hath shewed himselfe vnto vs in his sonne, hath called vs into his seruice out of miserable bondage, It is a shameful thing, when God hath showed himself unto us in his son, hath called us into his service out of miserable bondage, pn31 vbz dt j n1, c-crq np1 vhz vvn px31 p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1, vhz vvn pno12 p-acp po31 n1 av pp-f j n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 157
1864 for vs to bee idle and vnfruitfull: for us to be idle and unfruitful: p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi j cc j: (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 157
1865 If the Lord haue planted vs, if he haue dressed vs, then, as it is also said by our Sauiour Christ, Iohn. 15. Heerein is my Father glorified, that yee goe and bring foorth much fruit. If the Lord have planted us, if he have dressed us, then, as it is also said by our Saviour christ, John. 15. Herein is my Father glorified, that ye go and bring forth much fruit. cs dt n1 vhb vvn pno12, cs pns31 vhb vvn pno12, av, c-acp pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp po12 n1 np1, np1. crd av vbz po11 n1 vvn, cst pn22 vvb cc vvi av d n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 157
1866 Then it is by this place very apparant, that a man may draw out a sure & infallible argument against all those which are idle, Then it is by this place very apparent, that a man may draw out a sure & infallible argument against all those which Are idle, cs pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 av j, cst dt n1 vmb vvi av dt j cc j n1 p-acp d d r-crq vbr j, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 157
1867 and slouthfull in the profession of religion, and, as they say, key cold, or slacke in the seruice of God, or vnfruitfull in good workes; and slothful in the profession of Religion, and, as they say, key cold, or slack in the service of God, or unfruitful in good works; cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc, c-acp pns32 vvb, n1 j-jn, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc j p-acp j n2; (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 157
1868 namelie, that they are gracelesse, voyd of faith and those vertues which doe euer accompanie the same; namely, that they Are graceless, void of faith and those Virtues which do ever accompany the same; av, cst pns32 vbr j, j pp-f n1 cc d n2 r-crq vdb av vvi dt d; (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 157
1869 for when Saint Peter saith, If these thinges be with you, they will make that yee shall not bee idle nor vnfruitfull, it followeth necessarilie, that such as bee idle, which ariseth for want of zeale, for when Saint Peter Says, If these things be with you, they will make that ye shall not be idle nor unfruitful, it follows necessarily, that such as be idle, which arises for want of zeal, c-acp q-crq n1 np1 vvz, cs d n2 vbb p-acp pn22, pns32 vmb vvi cst pn22 vmb xx vbi j ccx j, pn31 vvz av-j, cst d a-acp vbi j, r-crq vvz p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 157
1870 or be vnfruitful, continuing in their sinnes, it is because they did neuer yet come to the true knowledge of Christ; or be unfruitful, Continuing in their Sins, it is Because they did never yet come to the true knowledge of christ; cc vbi j, vvg p-acp po32 n2, pn31 vbz c-acp pns32 vdd av av vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1; (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 157
1871 they may well boast themselues of their strong faith, make a braue shewe of their skill and fine wit, they may well boast themselves of their strong faith, make a brave show of their skill and fine wit, pns32 vmb av vvi px32 pp-f po32 j n1, vvb dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc j n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 157
1872 so that men might thinke there were some deepe thing in them, and that they should be able euen to iudge, so that men might think there were Some deep thing in them, and that they should be able even to judge, av d n2 vmd vvi a-acp vbdr d j-jn n1 p-acp pno32, cc cst pns32 vmd vbi j av pc-acp vvi, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 157
1873 and giue a right verdict in all matters; and give a right verdict in all matters; cc vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp d n2; (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 157
1874 but a man reading but euen this place, finding them idle and vnfruitful, (yea euen a simple man) shal easilie sound them to the bottome, but a man reading but even this place, finding them idle and unfruitful, (yea even a simple man) shall Easily found them to the bottom, cc-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp av d n1, vvg pno32 j cc j, (uh av dt j n1) vmb av-j vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 157
1875 and say of them, that they haue not as yet knowne or learned Christ: because they want those former thinges. and say of them, that they have not as yet known or learned christ: Because they want those former things. cc vvb pp-f pno32, cst pns32 vhb xx c-acp av vvn cc j np1: c-acp pns32 vvb d j n2. (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 158
1876 We must note this also, when hee saith, If these thinges abound in you: We must note this also, when he Says, If these things abound in you: pns12 vmb vvi d av, c-crq pns31 vvz, cs d n2 vvb p-acp pn22: (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 158
1877 this is, that wee should not content our selues with a scant and bare measure of faith, of vertue, of knowledge, this is, that we should not content our selves with a scant and bore measure of faith, of virtue, of knowledge, d vbz, cst pns12 vmd xx vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1, pp-f n1, pp-f n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 158
1878 and of the rest, as hee setteth them downe: and of the rest, as he sets them down: cc pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns31 vvz pno32 a-acp: (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 158
1879 but we must labour to haue a daylie increase, for that must be gathered by this, that hee pricketh forward these ripe and grounded men. but we must labour to have a daily increase, for that must be gathered by this, that he pricks forward these ripe and grounded men. cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vhi dt j n1, p-acp d vmb vbi vvn p-acp d, cst pns31 vvz av-j d j cc j-vvn n2. (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 158
1880 A doctrine most necessarie to be vrged, because if men haue gone two or three steppes, A Doctrine most necessary to be urged, Because if men have gone two or three steps, dt n1 av-ds j pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp cs n2 vhb vvn crd cc crd n2, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 158
1881 or haue once a little begunne to labour about these thinges, so that they can looke backe, or have once a little begun to labour about these things, so that they can look back, cc vhb a-acp dt j vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, av cst pns32 vmb vvi av, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 158
1882 and see some come behind them, or can say, I thank God, I know somwhat; and see Some come behind them, or can say, I thank God, I know somewhat; cc vvi d vvn p-acp pno32, cc vmb vvi, pns11 vvb np1, pns11 vvb av; (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 158
1883 I hope that I am not without faith, somewhat there is which I haue done, that I would be loth to doe againe: I hope that I am not without faith, somewhat there is which I have done, that I would be loath to do again: pns11 vvb cst pns11 vbm xx p-acp n1, av pc-acp vbz q-crq pns11 vhb vdn, cst pns11 vmd vbi j pc-acp vdi av: (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 158
1884 they by and by perswade themselues, that they are sufficientlie furnished: so that they will not stick to say. they by and by persuade themselves, that they Are sufficiently furnished: so that they will not stick to say. pns32 p-acp cc p-acp vvi px32, cst pns32 vbr av-j vvn: av cst pns32 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi. (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 158
1885 I trust I haue that which shall serue the turne. I trust I have that which shall serve the turn. pns11 vvb pns11 vhb d r-crq vmb vvi dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 158
1886 Nay, the Apostle telleth vs another thing heere from the Lord, and that is, that we must ouerflowe in these, and abound: Nay, the Apostle Telleth us Another thing Here from the Lord, and that is, that we must overflow in these, and abound: uh-x, dt n1 vvz pno12 n-jn n1 av p-acp dt n1, cc d vbz, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d, cc vvi: (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 158
1887 and truth it is, that these men which thinke they be well fraught, and so seeke for no further encrease of store, haue as yet nothing, and truth it is, that these men which think they be well fraught, and so seek for no further increase of store, have as yet nothing, cc n1 pn31 vbz, cst d n2 r-crq vvb pns32 vbb av vvn, cc av vvb p-acp dx jc n1 pp-f n1, vhb p-acp av pix, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 158
1888 for if they had once found the sweet of these things, & seen withall that they are farre behinde, for if they had once found the sweet of these things, & seen withal that they Are Far behind, c-acp cs pns32 vhd a-acp vvn dt j pp-f d n2, cc vvn av cst pns32 vbr av-j a-acp, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 158
1889 and in beggerlie need, they wold neuer content themselues with so little: and in beggarly need, they would never content themselves with so little: cc p-acp j n1, pns32 vmd av-x vvi px32 p-acp av j: (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 158
1890 for who is hee, which feeleth encrease in worldlie treasure, that will crie hoe, and say, I haue ynough? Is there lesse in the heauenlie treasures to drawe men to like them, for who is he, which feeleth increase in worldly treasure, that will cry hoe, and say, I have enough? Is there less in the heavenly treasures to draw men to like them, c-acp r-crq vbz pns31, r-crq vvz n1 p-acp j n1, cst vmb vvi n1, cc vvb, pns11 vhb d? vbz a-acp av-dc p-acp dt j n2 pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 159
1891 than in the earthlie? Or is it because men doe not know them? Wee must learne to take heede of such therefore, than in the earthly? Or is it Because men do not know them? we must Learn to take heed of such Therefore, cs p-acp dt j? cc vbz pn31 p-acp n2 vdb xx vvi pno32? pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d av, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 159
1892 as would beare men in hand that it is sufficient, yea, that it is best of all, as would bear men in hand that it is sufficient, yea, that it is best of all, c-acp vmd vvi n2 p-acp n1 cst pn31 vbz j, uh, cst pn31 vbz js pp-f d, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 159
1893 for men to content themselues with some ciuill honestie, and not to seeke, and wearie their mindes to gain knowledge. for men to content themselves with Some civil honesty, and not to seek, and weary their minds to gain knowledge. c-acp n2 pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp d j n1, cc xx pc-acp vvi, cc j po32 n2 pc-acp vvi n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 159
1894 But these were neuer as yet the men, which might be rightly called the schollers of Christ, much lesse we are to deeme them worthie masters or teachers of others, But these were never as yet the men, which might be rightly called the Scholars of christ, much less we Are to deem them worthy Masters or Teachers of Others, p-acp d vbdr av-x p-acp av dt n2, r-crq vmd vbi av-jn vvn dt n2 pp-f np1, av-d av-dc pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pno32 j n2 cc n2 pp-f n2-jn, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 159
1895 when they go flat contrarie to the holie Apostle of Christ, who willeth to seeke for so great aboundance: when they go flat contrary to the holy Apostle of christ, who wills to seek for so great abundance: c-crq pns32 vvb av-j j-jn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp av j n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 159
1896 when as they would content themselues, and perswade others to bee contented, with scant a shadowe of these thinges, which should bee so plentifullie founde in them: when as they would content themselves, and persuade Others to be contented, with scant a shadow of these things, which should be so plentifully found in them: c-crq c-acp pns32 vmd vvi px32, cc vvi n2-jn pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp j dt n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq vmd vbi av av-j vvn p-acp pno32: (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 159
1897 Notwithstanding some are so blind, that hauing no shadowe or shewe at all of goodnesse, yet thinke they bee gone farre ynough. Notwithstanding Some Are so blind, that having no shadow or show At all of Goodness, yet think they be gone Far enough. a-acp d vbr av j, cst vhg dx n1 cc vvi p-acp d pp-f n1, av vvb pns32 vbb vvn av-j av-d. (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 159
1898 In the next verse where hee saith, Hee that hath not these thinges is blinde, In the next verse where he Says, He that hath not these things is blind, p-acp dt ord n1 c-crq pns31 vvz, pns31 cst vhz xx d n2 vbz j, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 159
1899 and seeth not a farre off, and hath forgotten that he was purged from his old sinnes: and sees not a Far off, and hath forgotten that he was purged from his old Sins: cc vvz xx dt av-j a-acp, cc vhz vvn cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 j n2: (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 159
1900 Hee setteth foorth the discommodities which followe the want of these vertues. He sets forth the Discomforts which follow the want of these Virtues. pns31 vvz av dt n2 r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f d n2. (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 159
1901 And this hee doeth, because some man will bee little mooued to heare that commoditie which hee spake of, And this he doth, Because Some man will be little moved to hear that commodity which he spoke of, cc d pns31 vdz, c-acp d n1 vmb vbi av-j vvn pc-acp vvi d n1 r-crq pns31 vvd pp-f, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 159
1902 and will say, what care I though I bee idle? What care I though I bee vnfrutfull? I will not goe about to be better then other men, what should I labour to excell those which are wiser than I? If then they will not regarde this, that these vertues will make them excellent seruantes of God, and will say, what care I though I be idle? What care I though I be unfruitful? I will not go about to be better then other men, what should I labour to excel those which Are Wiser than I? If then they will not regard this, that these Virtues will make them excellent Servants of God, cc vmb vvi, r-crq n1 pns11 cs pns11 vbi j? q-crq vvb pns11 cs pns11 vbi j? pns11 vmb xx vvi a-acp pc-acp vbi jc cs j-jn n2, r-crq vmd pns11 vvi pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbr jc cs pns11? cs av pns32 vmb xx vvi d, cst d n2 vmb vvi pno32 j n2 pp-f np1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 160
1903 yet let them consider what the Apostle maketh them without the same, where he affirmeth them first to bee blind, (a verie miserable thing in the bodlie sight, much more in the spirituall, which he heere meaneth,) when God hath so clearelie reuealed himself in the face of his sonne, in the knowledge which bringeth saluation, that the God of this worlde, yet let them Consider what the Apostle makes them without the same, where he Affirmeth them First to be blind, (a very miserable thing in the bodily sighed, much more in the spiritual, which he Here means,) when God hath so clearly revealed himself in the face of his son, in the knowledge which brings salvation, that the God of this world, av vvb pno32 vvi r-crq dt n1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt d, c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 ord pc-acp vbi j, (dt av j n1 p-acp dt j n1, av-d av-dc p-acp dt j, r-crq pns31 av vvz,) c-crq np1 vhz av av-j vvn px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz n1, cst dt n1 pp-f d n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 160
1904 as Saint Paule speaketh, 2. Corinth. 4. should so blinde their mindes, that the light of the glorious Gospell of Christ which is the image of God, shuld not shine vnto them. as Saint Paul speaks, 2. Corinth. 4. should so blind their minds, that the Light of the glorious Gospel of christ which is the image of God, should not shine unto them. c-acp n1 np1 vvz, crd np1. crd vmd av vvi po32 n2, cst dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, vmd xx vvi p-acp pno32. (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 160
1905 Secondlie, he saith, they cannot see a farre off, or that they be poreblinde, for such as haue the beames of sightscattering, Secondly, he Says, they cannot see a Far off, or that they be purblind, for such as have the beams of sightscattering, ord, pns31 vvz, pns32 vmbx vvi dt av-j a-acp, cc cst pns32 vbb j, c-acp d c-acp vhb dt n2 pp-f vvg, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 160
1906 or spreading asunder, so soone as they be out of the eie, can see well ynough iust by them, or spreading asunder, so soon as they be out of the eye, can see well enough just by them, cc vvg av, av av c-acp pns32 vbb av pp-f dt n1, vmb vvi av av-d j p-acp pno32, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 160
1907 but not farre off, to these Saint Peter doth compare those men. But it may be asked what he meaneth; but not Far off, to these Saint Peter does compare those men. But it may be asked what he means; cc-acp xx av-j a-acp, p-acp d n1 np1 vdz vvi d n2. p-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn r-crq pns31 vvz; (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 160
1908 first to say they be starke blinde, and afterward to attribute some sight vnto them. First to say they be stark blind, and afterwards to attribute Some sighed unto them. ord pc-acp vvi pns32 vbb av-j j, cc av pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pno32. (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 160
1909 It may seeme by this word, that he maketh their case not so euill, as before hee had saide it was; It may seem by this word, that he makes their case not so evil, as before he had said it was; pn31 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vvz po32 n1 xx av j-jn, c-acp c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pn31 vbds; (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 160
1910 yes euen as euill, for hee saith as much in this word as hee did in the other; yes even as evil, for he Says as much in this word as he did in the other; uh av c-acp j-jn, c-acp pns31 vvz a-acp av-d p-acp d n1 c-acp pns31 vdd p-acp dt j-jn; (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 160
1911 for when hee saith, They cannot see a farre off, hee taketh from them all sight of heauenlie thinges, which are remooued from vs, and seene onlie by faith; for when he Says, They cannot see a Far off, he Takes from them all sighed of heavenly things, which Are removed from us, and seen only by faith; p-acp c-crq pns31 vvz, pns32 vmbx vvi dt av-j a-acp, pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 d n1 pp-f j n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno12, cc vvn av-j p-acp n1; (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 160
1912 hee doeth not denie them the sight of those things which are at hand, because they haue a good and a sharpe sight in the things of this world, he doth not deny them the sighed of those things which Are At hand, Because they have a good and a sharp sighed in the things of this world, pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32 dt n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq vbr p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vhb dt j cc dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 145
1913 for the most part, better then they which can see a farre off. But what are these quicke wits the better, when they are but for this world; for the most part, better then they which can see a Far off. But what Are these quick wits the better, when they Are but for this world; p-acp dt av-ds n1, jc cs pns32 r-crq vmb vvi dt av-j a-acp. p-acp r-crq vbr d j n2 dt jc, c-crq pns32 vbr cc-acp p-acp d n1; (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 145
1914 and their condition no better then that of the poore beast, (yea much worse) when we respect the miserie in the world to come? Let not this therefore cause them to set vp their bristles, that they can see so well and pearcinglie at hand, (that is, in earthly things) when as they are as blinde as beetles in things a farre off, that is to say, in heauenly things. and their condition no better then that of the poor beast, (yea much Worse) when we respect the misery in the world to come? Let not this Therefore cause them to Set up their bristles, that they can see so well and pearcinglie At hand, (that is, in earthly things) when as they Are as blind as beetles in things a Far off, that is to say, in heavenly things. cc po32 n1 av-dx av-jc cs d pp-f dt j n1, (uh av-d av-jc) c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi? vvb xx d av vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi av av cc av-jn p-acp n1, (cst vbz, p-acp j n2) c-crq c-acp pns32 vbr a-acp j c-acp n2 p-acp n2 dt av-j a-acp, cst vbz pc-acp vvi, p-acp j n2. (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 145
1915 Here wee must seeke to haue eyes giuen vs of God, with which wee may be able to see beyond this world: Here we must seek to have eyes given us of God, with which we may be able to see beyond this world: av pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vhi n2 vvn pno12 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 145
1916 for before such time as the Lorde hath giuen vs some glimmeting of heauenly things, wee shall neuer couet to obtaine them. for before such time as the Lord hath given us Some glimmeting of heavenly things, we shall never covet to obtain them. c-acp p-acp d n1 c-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pno12 d n1 pp-f j n2, pns12 vmb av-x vvi pc-acp vvi pno32. (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 145
1917 And this is the cause that these poore blinde men neuer passe greatly to knowe the Gospell of Christ. And this is the cause that these poor blind men never pass greatly to know the Gospel of christ. cc d vbz dt n1 cst d j j n2 av-x vvi av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 145
1918 Thirdly he saith, they haue forgotten that they were purged from their olde sinnes: as hee said they were blinde, so now hee saith, they are forgetfull: Thirdly he Says, they have forgotten that they were purged from their old Sins: as he said they were blind, so now he Says, they Are forgetful: ord pns31 vvz, pns32 vhb vvn cst pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp po32 j n2: c-acp pns31 vvd pns32 vbdr j, av av pns31 vvz, pns32 vbr j: (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 145
1919 and this forgetfulnesse is so much the more shamefull, as it is in a chiefe and principall point of true religion. and this forgetfulness is so much the more shameful, as it is in a chief and principal point of true Religion. cc d n1 vbz av av-d dt av-dc j, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt j-jn cc j-jn n1 pp-f j n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 145
1920 But where shall we finde the man, which if he be examined will confesse that hee hath forgotten this poynt? It seemeth none doe forget it, But where shall we find the man, which if he be examined will confess that he hath forgotten this point? It seems none do forget it, p-acp q-crq vmb pns12 vvi dt n1, r-crq cs pns31 vbb vvn vmb vvi cst pns31 vhz vvn d n1? pn31 vvz pix vdb vvi pn31, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 145
1921 because the verie wicked will seeme to set all vpon this score, that their sinnes are purged, Because the very wicked will seem to Set all upon this score, that their Sins Are purged, c-acp dt j j vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d p-acp d n1, cst po32 n2 vbr vvn, (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 145
1922 and that maketh them sinne so frankly. and that makes them sin so frankly. cc d vvz pno32 n1 av av-j. (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 145
1923 But if wee vnderstand the Apostle well, wee shall finde very many which haue forgotten this point. But if we understand the Apostle well, we shall find very many which have forgotten this point. p-acp cs pns12 vvb dt n1 av, pns12 vmb vvi av d r-crq vhb vvn d n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 162
1924 Now here wee must first note that our sinnes are sayd to be purged, when there is satisfaction made for them by redemption in the bloud of Christ. Now Here we must First note that our Sins Are said to be purged, when there is satisfaction made for them by redemption in the blood of christ. av av pns12 vmb ord n1 cst po12 n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi vvn, c-crq pc-acp vbz n1 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 88 Page 162
1925 Secondly, that they are sayd to bee purged by grace of sanctification, when by the power of Gods spirit, sinne, Secondly, that they Are said to be purged by grace of sanctification, when by the power of God's Spirit, sin, ord, cst pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1, c-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 162
1926 or all sinfull affections are suppressed and killed in vs: or all sinful affections Are suppressed and killed in us: cc d j n2 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12: (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 162
1927 so then there is a purging in redemption, and there is also a purging by sanctification. so then there is a purging in redemption, and there is also a purging by sanctification. av av pc-acp vbz dt n-vvg p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vbz av dt n-vvg p-acp n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 162
1928 Now if they haue not forgotten so much, but that they can prattle of the purging their sinnes, by redemption; Now if they have not forgotten so much, but that they can prattle of the purging their Sins, by redemption; av cs pns32 vhb xx vvn av av-d, cc-acp cst pns32 vmb vvi pp-f dt vvg po32 n2, p-acp n1; (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 162
1929 yet they haue forgotten this, that they were redeemed to the ende they should no longer serue sinne, yet they have forgotten this, that they were redeemed to the end they should no longer serve sin, av pns32 vhb vvn d, cst pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pns32 vmd av-dx av-jc vvi n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 162
1930 but purge away the olde leauen: but purge away the old leaven: cc-acp vvb av dt j n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 162
1931 but being without those former graces, hee sayth they haue forgotten this, not meaning thereby that they had euer learned it, but being without those former graces, he say they have forgotten this, not meaning thereby that they had ever learned it, cc-acp vbg p-acp d j n2, pns31 vvz pns32 vhb vvn d, xx vvg av cst pns32 vhd av vvn pn31, (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 162
1932 for if they had, yet at the least they had not well learned it: for if they had, yet At the least they had not well learned it: c-acp cs pns32 vhd, av p-acp dt av-ds pns32 vhd xx av j pn31: (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 162
1933 wee may see by this how many there bee, which are starke blind, and haue forgotten that Christians are called to liue in righteousnesse and holinesse of life. we may see by this how many there be, which Are stark blind, and have forgotten that Christians Are called to live in righteousness and holiness of life. pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d c-crq d pc-acp vbi, r-crq vbr av-j j, cc vhb vvn cst np1 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 162
1934 If we look vpon the small number of those which haue a care to seeke after the Lord, If we look upon the small number of those which have a care to seek After the Lord, cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d r-crq vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 162
1935 and how small a part of them doe come (I will not say to abound) but to haue a compotent measure of those forenamed vertues: and how small a part of them do come (I will not say to abound) but to have a compotent measure of those forenamed Virtues: cc c-crq j dt n1 pp-f pno32 vdb vvi (pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi) cc-acp pc-acp vhi dt j n1 pp-f d j-vvn n2: (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 162
1936 let vs come alwaies to this true measure, & not be deceiued neither in our selues, nor in other. let us come always to this true measure, & not be deceived neither in our selves, nor in other. vvb pno12 vvi av p-acp d j n1, cc xx vbi vvn av-dx p-acp po12 n2, ccx p-acp j-jn. (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 162
1937 Let vs be ashamed if we be carnall, to take vpon vs the name of the true professors: Let us be ashamed if we be carnal, to take upon us the name of the true professors: vvb pno12 vbi j cs pns12 vbb j, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f dt j n2: (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 162
1938 let vs denie vnto them the honourable name of Christians, which are but filthie swine, and prophane dogges, as our Sauiour Christ calleth them: let us deny unto them the honourable name of Christians, which Are but filthy Swine, and profane Dogs, as our Saviour christ calls them: vvb pno12 vvi p-acp pno32 dt j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbr cc-acp j n1, cc j n2, c-acp po12 n1 np1 vvz pno32: (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 163
1939 to conclude this matter, none are allowed to be true receiuers of the Gospell, but such as ioyne vertue with their faith, to conclude this matter, none Are allowed to be true Receivers of the Gospel, but such as join virtue with their faith, pc-acp vvi d n1, pix vbr vvn pc-acp vbi j n2 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp d c-acp vvi n1 p-acp po32 n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 163
1940 and with vertue knowledge, and so temperance, patience, godlines, brotherlie kindnesse, and loue, and such as also doe seeke to abound in them: and with virtue knowledge, and so temperance, patience, godliness, brotherly kindness, and love, and such as also do seek to abound in them: cc p-acp n1 n1, cc av n1, n1, n1, av-j n1, cc n1, cc d c-acp av vdb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32: (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 163
1941 the rest which care not for these, or content themselues with the bare shewe of them, the rest which care not for these, or content themselves with the bore show of them, dt n1 r-crq vvb xx p-acp d, cc vvi px32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32, (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 163
1942 although they would seeme to bee worshippers of GOD, and deuout persons, yet they are by this doctrine of the Lord wholie shut foorth, although they would seem to be worshippers of GOD, and devout Persons, yet they Are by this Doctrine of the Lord wholly shut forth, cs pns32 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f np1, cc j n2, av pns32 vbr p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 av-jn vvn av, (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 163
1943 vntill they haue learned a new lesson. Remember that this is the doctrine of God, and not of man. until they have learned a new Lesson. remember that this is the Doctrine of God, and not of man. c-acp pns32 vhb vvn dt j n1. np1 cst d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc xx pp-f n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 163
1944 Remember that wee must stand and dwell vpon it, not for a day, or two, remember that we must stand and dwell upon it, not for a day, or two, np1 cst pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp pn31, xx p-acp dt n1, cc crd, (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 163
1945 while wee haue heard it, but all our life long to bring it to the practise: while we have herd it, but all our life long to bring it to the practice: cs pns12 vhb vvn pn31, cc-acp d po12 n1 av-j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 163
1946 it is plaine and cleere, none can bee excused if they knowe it not, and so through simplicitie stand vpon the common faith, thinking to shroude themselues well vnder the shadow of the multitude: it is plain and clear, none can be excused if they know it not, and so through simplicity stand upon the Common faith, thinking to shroud themselves well under the shadow of the multitude: pn31 vbz j cc j, pix vmb vbi vvn cs pns32 vvb pn31 xx, cc av p-acp n1 vvb p-acp dt j n1, vvg pc-acp vvi px32 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 163
1947 but when GOD hath warned them, who will pitie them, when they will not be warned? if this were not tolde vs, but when GOD hath warned them, who will pity them, when they will not be warned? if this were not told us, cc-acp c-crq np1 vhz vvn pno32, r-crq vmb vvi pno32, c-crq pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn? cs d vbdr xx vvn pno12, (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 163
1948 and that by God himselfe, wee might thinke, as men doe commonly, that a very little doth content the Lord, that no great things are required at the hands of Christians, and that by God himself, we might think, as men do commonly, that a very little does content the Lord, that no great things Are required At the hands of Christians, cc cst p-acp np1 px31, pns12 vmd vvi, c-acp n2 vdb av-j, cst dt j j vdz vvi dt n1, cst dx j n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 163
1949 and other such foolish and vaine opinions, as to say, they must hope well whē God telleth them, there is no hope, and other such foolish and vain opinions, as to say, they must hope well when God Telleth them, there is no hope, cc j-jn d j cc j n2, c-acp pc-acp vvi, pns32 vmb vvi av c-crq np1 vvz pno32, pc-acp vbz dx n1, (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 163
1950 vnlesse they walke this way, also that it is not good to be ouer precise, unless they walk this Way, also that it is not good to be over precise, cs pns32 vvb d n1, av cst pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vbi a-acp j, (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 148
1951 whē as in goodnes a man cannot proceede too farre, nor offer too much obedience to the Lord. when as in Goodness a man cannot proceed too Far, nor offer too much Obedience to the Lord. c-crq c-acp p-acp n1 dt n1 vmbx vvi av av-j, ccx vvi av d n1 p-acp dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 148
1952 To make an end, let none of all these things blinde vs, because they blinde some, which stand in reputation of their owne wisedome. To make an end, let none of all these things blind us, Because they blind Some, which stand in reputation of their own Wisdom. p-acp vvi dt n1, vvb pix pp-f d d n2 vvb pno12, c-acp pns32 vvb d, r-crq vvb p-acp n1 pp-f po32 d n1. (11) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 148
1953 THE FOVRTH SERMON. 10 Wherefore brethren, giue rather diligence to make your calling and election sure: THE FOURTH SERMON. 10 Wherefore brothers, give rather diligence to make your calling and election sure: dt ord n1. crd c-crq n2, vvb av-c n1 pc-acp vvi po22 n-vvg cc n1 j: (12) sermon (DIV2) 89 Page 148
1954 for if ye doe these things ye shall neuer fall. for if you do these things you shall never fallen. c-acp cs pn22 vdb d n2 pn22 vmb av-x vvi. (12) sermon (DIV2) 90 Page 148
1955 11 For by this meanes an entring shall be ministred vnto you abundantly into the euerlasting kingdome of our Lord and Sauiour Iesus Christ. 11 For by this means an entering shall be ministered unto you abundantly into the everlasting Kingdom of our Lord and Saviour Iesus christ. crd c-acp p-acp d n2 dt n-vvg vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22 av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 np1 np1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 91 Page 148
1956 IT hath been tolde vnto you alreadie, vpon the verses which goe next before, how that Saint Peter regarding how dull wee are and backward in godlinesse, contented not himselfe with his exhortation which he maketh, IT hath been told unto you already, upon the Verses which go next before, how that Saint Peter regarding how dull we Are and backward in godliness, contented not himself with his exhortation which he makes, pn31 vhz vbn vvn p-acp pn22 av, p-acp dt n2 r-crq vvb ord p-acp, c-crq d n1 np1 vvg c-crq j pns12 vbr cc j p-acp n1, vvd xx px31 p-acp po31 n1 r-crq pns31 vvz, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 148
1957 but setteth downe what we shall gaine if wee follow his aduise, and also what hurt we shall sustaine by the contrarie: but sets down what we shall gain if we follow his advise, and also what hurt we shall sustain by the contrary: cc-acp vvz p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi cs pns12 vvb po31 n1, cc av q-crq n1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n-jn: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 148
1958 and this hath partly been handled in the two other verses, and partly in these two which wee haue now in hand: and this hath partly been handled in the two other Verses, and partly in these two which we have now in hand: cc d vhz av vbn vvn p-acp dt crd j-jn n2, cc av p-acp d crd r-crq pns12 vhb av p-acp n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 148
1959 where indeede he doth propound so great a commoditie which wee shall gaine, if wee giue all diligence to pursue the former things, as is almost incomparable: where indeed he does propound so great a commodity which we shall gain, if we give all diligence to pursue the former things, as is almost incomparable: c-crq av pns31 vdz vvi av j dt n1 r-crq pns12 vmb vvi, cs pns12 vvb d n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n2, c-acp vbz av j: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 148
1960 euen this, that we shall come to the assurance, that wee are called and chosen of God: even this, that we shall come to the assurance, that we Are called and chosen of God: av d, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cst pns12 vbr vvn cc vvn pp-f np1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 149
1961 a thing so necessarie for vs to knowe, that without it, there is no right faith, no franke and willing obedience, no sound ioy. a thing so necessary for us to know, that without it, there is no right faith, no frank and willing Obedience, no found joy. dt n1 av j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi, cst p-acp pn31, pc-acp vbz dx j-jn n1, dx j cc j n1, dx j n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 149
1962 For although without this, men seeme to beleeue, yet it is but a wauering fantasie, to doe many good things, For although without this, men seem to believe, yet it is but a wavering fantasy, to do many good things, p-acp cs p-acp d, n2 vvb pc-acp vvi, av pn31 vbz p-acp dt j-vvg n1, pc-acp vdi d j n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 149
1963 yet they proceede but from a seruile minde, to laugh and reioyce, yet is it but in a desperate madnesse, which in very deede is greatly to be wondered at, yet they proceed but from a servile mind, to laugh and rejoice, yet is it but in a desperate madness, which in very deed is greatly to be wondered At, av pns32 vvb cc-acp p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi, av vbz pn31 p-acp p-acp dt j n1, r-crq p-acp j n1 vbz av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 149
1964 how men should bee able to sport themselues, and yet to speake in their consciences after this manner, there is Hell, how men should be able to sport themselves, and yet to speak in their Consciences After this manner, there is Hell, c-crq n2 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi px32, cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbz n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 149
1965 and eternall flames of vengeance prepared for sinners, and I am not sure whether I shall escape or not: and Eternal flames of vengeance prepared for Sinners, and I am not sure whither I shall escape or not: cc j n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp n2, cc pns11 vbm xx j cs pns11 vmb vvi cc xx: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 149
1966 this desperate and brutish securitie shall be apparant to be the more mad, if wee compare it, this desperate and brutish security shall be apparent to be the more mad, if we compare it, d j cc j n1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vbi dt av-dc j, cs pns12 vvb pn31, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 149
1967 & set it forth by an outward comparison. & Set it forth by an outward comparison. cc vvd pn31 av p-acp dt j n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 149
1968 Let it be thus, a man is taken in a robberie or murther, imprisoned, brought before the Iudge, Let it be thus, a man is taken in a robbery or murder, imprisoned, brought before the Judge, vvb pn31 vbi av, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1, vvn, vvn p-acp dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 149
1969 and condemned, by sute of friends repriued vntill such time as they may sue for to get him a pardon: and condemned, by suit of Friends reprieved until such time as they may sue for to get him a pardon: cc vvn, p-acp n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp d n1 c-acp pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 149
1970 in the meane time some of his acquaintance come to this murtherer, and will him to bee of good cheere, and merie: in the mean time Some of his acquaintance come to this murderer, and will him to be of good cheer, and merry: p-acp dt j n1 d pp-f po31 n1 vvn p-acp d n1, cc vmb pno31 pc-acp vbi pp-f j n1, cc j: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 149
1971 he will answere, vnlesse he be some mad and desperate ruffian, I am condemned to the gallowes, the Iudge hath pronounced the sentence of death vpon me, I know not how hard a thing it will be to obtaine a pardon, I stand in great doubt, he will answer, unless he be Some mad and desperate ruffian, I am condemned to the gallows, the Judge hath pronounced the sentence of death upon me, I know not how hard a thing it will be to obtain a pardon, I stand in great doubt, pns31 vmb vvi, cs pns31 vbb d j cc j n1, pns11 vbm vvn p-acp dt n2, dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno11, pns11 vvb xx c-crq av-j dt n1 pn31 vmb vbi pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns11 vvb p-acp j n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 149
1972 and for this cause I cannot bee merie, vnlesse I might know for certaintie that I should escape if I did once knowe that, I could bee as merie as any man that liueth, and for this cause I cannot be merry, unless I might know for certainty that I should escape if I did once know that, I could be as merry as any man that lives, cc p-acp d n1 pns11 vmbx vbi j, cs pns11 vmd vvi p-acp n1 cst pns11 vmd vvi cs pns11 vdd a-acp vvi d, pns11 vmd vbi p-acp j c-acp d n1 cst vvz, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 166
1973 before that time I may seeme to laugh, but my heart is full of feare and sorrowe. before that time I may seem to laugh, but my heart is full of Fear and sorrow. c-acp cst n1 pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, cc-acp po11 n1 vbz j pp-f n1 cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 166
1974 And is it not thus with vs all, are wee not all of vs guiltie, And is it not thus with us all, Are we not all of us guilty, cc vbz pn31 xx av p-acp pno12 d, vbr pns12 xx d pp-f pno12 j, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 166
1975 and alreadie condemned by the sentence of the highest Iudge, not to some torment of one day, and already condemned by the sentence of the highest Judge, not to Some torment of one day, cc av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js n1, xx p-acp d n1 pp-f crd n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 166
1976 or short continuance, but to the fire that shall neuer be quenched? When men can bee merie therefore and laugh euen in those things which cause this destruction, or short Continuance, but to the fire that shall never be quenched? When men can be merry Therefore and laugh even in those things which cause this destruction, cc j n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 cst vmb av-x vbi vvn? c-crq n2 vmb vbi j av cc vvi av-j p-acp d n2 r-crq n1 d n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 166
1977 and yet doe feele that they are not sure to escape this dreadfull vengeance, is it not a mad mirth and a desperate laughter, in which if they were not become very senslesse blockes, they should feele many gripings at the heart, which would marre all their mirth, and yet do feel that they Are not sure to escape this dreadful vengeance, is it not a mad mirth and a desperate laughter, in which if they were not become very senseless blocks, they should feel many gripings At the heart, which would mar all their mirth, cc av vdb vvi cst pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi d j n1, vbz pn31 xx dt j n1 cc dt j n1, p-acp r-crq cs pns32 vbdr xx vvn av j n2, pns32 vmd vvi d n2-vvg p-acp dt n1, r-crq vmd vvi d po32 n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 166
1978 yea a worme that gnaweth in such wise, that they can haue no quiet rest, nor as I saîde before, no sound ioy. yea a worm that gnaweth in such wise, that they can have no quiet rest, nor as I saîde before, no found joy. uh dt n1 cst vvz p-acp d j, cst pns32 vmb vhi dx j-jn n1, ccx c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp, dx j n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 166
1979 If wee were not therefore more then desperate and madde fooles, the thought of hell would dampe all our mirth vntill such time as we be sure that we haue escaped it. If we were not Therefore more then desperate and mad Fools, the Thought of hell would damp all our mirth until such time as we be sure that we have escaped it. cs pns12 vbdr xx av av-dc cs j cc j n2, dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd n-jn av-d po12 n1 c-acp d n1 c-acp pns12 vbb j cst pns12 vhb vvn pn31. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 166
1980 This then which the Apostle sayth here is a princely commoditie, that walking the way which hee hath prescribed, wee shall come to the assurance, that wee are the called and chosen of the Lord. This then which the Apostle say Here is a princely commodity, that walking the Way which he hath prescribed, we shall come to the assurance, that we Are the called and chosen of the Lord. np1 av r-crq dt n1 vvz av vbz dt j n1, cst vvg dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cst pns12 vbr av vvn cc vvn pp-f dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 166
1981 But it may bee demaunded how this can agree with other sayings in the holie Scriptures, which doe plainly teach that GOD chooseth whom he will of his owne free grace: But it may be demanded how this can agree with other sayings in the holy Scriptures, which do plainly teach that GOD chooses whom he will of his own free grace: p-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn c-crq d vmb vvi p-acp j-jn n2-vvg p-acp dt j n2, r-crq vdb av-j vvi cst np1 vvz r-crq pns31 vmb pp-f po31 d j n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 166
1982 for which Saint Paul alleageth out of Moses, that God will haue mercie on whomsoeuer hee will haue mercie, for which Saint Paul allegeth out of Moses, that God will have mercy on whomsoever he will have mercy, p-acp r-crq n1 np1 vvz av pp-f np1, cst np1 vmb vhi n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb vhi n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 166
1983 and whom he will hee hardeneth: and whom he will he Hardeneth: cc r-crq pns31 vmb pns31 vvz: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 166
1984 adding thereupon, that it is neither of him that willeth, nor yet of him that runneth, adding thereupon, that it is neither of him that wills, nor yet of him that Runneth, vvg av, cst pn31 vbz av-dx pp-f pno31 cst vvz, ccx av pp-f pno31 cst vvz, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 167
1985 but of God which sheweth mercie. but of God which shows mercy. cc-acp pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 167
1986 Againe, the doctrine of Poperie is, that God doth make choise, conditionally respecting the good deedes which he did foresee in them: Again, the Doctrine of Popery is, that God does make choice, conditionally respecting the good Deeds which he did foresee in them: av, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz, cst np1 vdz vvi n1, av-j vvg dt j n2 r-crq pns31 vdd vvi p-acp pno32: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 167
1987 and so the election should depend vpon the worthines of the men: and so the election should depend upon the worthiness of the men: cc av dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 167
1988 we are to answere, that this place hath nothing in it which is contrarie to that free choise which God maketh without respect of any thing that is in vs: we Are to answer, that this place hath nothing in it which is contrary to that free choice which God makes without respect of any thing that is in us: pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi, cst d n1 vhz pix p-acp pn31 r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp d j n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 cst vbz p-acp pno12: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 167
1989 for hee could finde nothing in vs that might any way moue him, neither doth it serue at all for to proue that election is condition all: for he could find nothing in us that might any Way move him, neither does it serve At all for to prove that election is condition all: c-acp pns31 vmd vvi pix p-acp pno12 cst vmd d n1 vvi pno31, av-dx vdz pn31 vvi p-acp d c-acp pc-acp vvi d n1 vbz n1 av-d: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 167
1990 because Saint Peter doth not handle in this place, whereupon electiō is founded, or what moued God to make choise, Because Saint Peter does not handle in this place, whereupon election is founded, or what moved God to make choice, c-acp n1 np1 vdz xx vvi p-acp d n1, c-crq n1 vbz vvn, cc q-crq vvd np1 pc-acp vvi n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 167
1991 nor to shew wherein the certaintie and stablenesse of election doth stand: nor to show wherein the certainty and stableness of election does stand: ccx pc-acp vvi c-crq dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vdz vvi: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 167
1992 but his meaning is, to teach vs how wee shall attaine to this incomparable treasure, to bee out of doubt, but his meaning is, to teach us how we shall attain to this incomparable treasure, to be out of doubt, cc-acp po31 n1 vbz, pc-acp vvi pno12 c-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d j n1, pc-acp vbi av pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 167
1993 and surely resolued in our selues, not by fantasied opinions, but by sure and substantiall proofe, that we bee chosen of God, and therefore cannot perish. and surely resolved in our selves, not by fantasied opinions, but by sure and substantial proof, that we be chosen of God, and Therefore cannot perish. cc av-j vvn p-acp po12 n2, xx a-acp vvn n2, cc-acp p-acp j cc j n1, cst pns12 vbb vvn pp-f np1, cc av vmbx vvi. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 167
1994 If wee respect the vnchangeable counsell of GOD, therein doth rest alone the sure foundation of election, If we respect the unchangeable counsel of GOD, therein does rest alone the sure Foundation of election, cs pns12 vvb dt j-u n1 pp-f np1, av vdz vvi av-j dt j n1 pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 167
1995 because GOD which cannot bee deceiued, nor cannot repent, or chaunge, hath made the choise, therefore those whom hee hath chosen, can neuer perish: Because GOD which cannot be deceived, nor cannot Repent, or change, hath made the choice, Therefore those whom he hath chosen, can never perish: c-acp np1 r-crq vmbx vbi vvn, ccx vmbx vvi, cc n1, vhz vvn dt n1, av d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, vmb av-x vvi: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 167
1996 but if we regard the way and meanes, by which we may come to know this fauour of God to bee toward vs, the Lord by his Apostle telleth vs, that this is the way, euen to giue all diligence, but if we regard the Way and means, by which we may come to know this favour of God to be towards us, the Lord by his Apostle Telleth us, that this is the Way, even to give all diligence, cc-acp cs pns12 vvb dt n1 cc n2, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi p-acp pno12, dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz pno12, cst d vbz dt n1, av pc-acp vvi d n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 152
1997 and studie to bee richly decked with his graces, or those forenamed vertues: and study to be richly decked with his graces, or those forenamed Virtues: cc vvi pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp po31 n2, cc d j-vvn n2: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 152
1998 for by these wee shall vndoubtedly knowe, because if wee haue them, if they abound in vs, for by these we shall undoubtedly know, Because if we have them, if they abound in us, c-acp p-acp d pns12 vmb av-j vvi, c-acp cs pns12 vhb pno32, cs pns32 vvb p-acp pno12, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 152
1999 if we walke in them, we shall, as he saith, neuer fall. if we walk in them, we shall, as he Says, never fallen. cs pns12 vvb p-acp pno32, pns12 vmb, c-acp pns31 vvz, av-x vvb. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 152
2000 Let vs learne therefore first this, that election in it selfe resteth vpon the vnchangeable purpose and counsell of God. Let us Learn Therefore First this, that election in it self rests upon the unchangeable purpose and counsel of God. vvb pno12 vvi av ord d, cst n1 p-acp pn31 n1 vvz p-acp dt j-u n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 152
2001 Then secondly, that wee are not to setch the certaintie of it in our selues, frō some reuelation, Then secondly, that we Are not to setch the certainty of it in our selves, from Some Revelation, av ord, cst pns12 vbr xx p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp d n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 152
2002 neither are wee to clime vp into heauen, to search in the counsels of GOD, whether our names bee in the booke of life. neither Are we to climb up into heaven, to search in the Counsels of GOD, whither our names be in the book of life. av-dx vbr pns12 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cs po12 n2 vbb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 152
2003 But we are to fetch our warrant from within our selues, and that from the fruites of the spirit, which indeede although it bee out of our selues, But we Are to fetch our warrant from within our selves, and that from the fruits of the Spirit, which indeed although it be out of our selves, cc-acp pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp p-acp po12 n2, cc cst p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq av cs pn31 vbb av pp-f po12 n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 152
2004 yet because it is not of our selues, is certaine and infallible. yet Because it is not of our selves, is certain and infallible. av c-acp pn31 vbz xx pp-f po12 n2, vbz j cc j. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 152
2005 If ye will vnderstand this more plainly, first I say, it is out of our selues, If you will understand this more plainly, First I say, it is out of our selves, cs pn22 vmb vvi d dc av-j, ord pns11 vvb, pn31 vbz av pp-f po12 n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 152
2006 or from within our selues, because we must take the trial, whether those things be in vs, which are giuen to all those whom God doth chuse, or from within our selves, Because we must take the trial, whither those things be in us, which Are given to all those whom God does choose, cc p-acp p-acp po12 n2, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi dt n1, cs d n2 vbb p-acp pno12, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp d d r-crq np1 vdz vvi, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 152
2007 then I say it is not of our selues: for if it were, it should bee altogether vncertaine. then I say it is not of our selves: for if it were, it should be altogether uncertain. cs pns11 vvb pn31 vbz xx pp-f po12 n2: c-acp cs pn31 vbdr, pn31 vmd vbi av j. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 152
2008 But of the seale of God wherewith hee hath sealed vs, which is the spirit of sanctification: But of the seal of God wherewith he hath sealed us, which is the Spirit of sanctification: p-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno12, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 152
2009 now marke well I pray you, If you doe (saith S. Peter) these things, you shall neuer fall: now mark well I pray you, If you do (Says S. Peter) these things, you shall never fallen: av vvb av pns11 vvb pn22, cs pn22 vdb (vvz np1 np1) d n2, pn22 vmb av-x vvi: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 152
2010 and why, is it because our doings are so perfect & sure, or that we are so constant of our selues? no not so, and why, is it Because our doings Are so perfect & sure, or that we Are so constant of our selves? no not so, cc c-crq, vbz pn31 c-acp po12 n2-vdg vbr av j cc j, cc cst pns12 vbr av j pp-f po12 n2? uh-dx xx av, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 152
2011 but by these vertues we know that wee are sealed with Gods spirit, whose worke we feele in vs: but by these Virtues we know that we Are sealed with God's Spirit, whose work we feel in us: cc-acp p-acp d n2 pns12 vvb cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp npg1 n1, rg-crq n1 pns12 vvb p-acp pno12: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 152
2012 we know also that as many as are led by the spirit of GOD are the sonnes of GOD. we know also that as many as Are led by the Spirit of GOD Are the Sons of GOD. pns12 vvb av cst p-acp d c-acp vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr dt n2 pp-f np1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 153
2013 Rom. 8. From hence it commeth, that looke how much more a man feeleth in himselfe the increase of knowledge, the increase of vertues and heauenly desires, Rom. 8. From hence it comes, that look how much more a man feeleth in himself the increase of knowledge, the increase of Virtues and heavenly Desires, np1 crd p-acp av pn31 vvz, cst n1 c-crq av-d av-dc dt n1 vvz p-acp px31 dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n2 cc j n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 153
2014 so much more sure he is, that he is the child of God; and as the one increaseth, so increaseth also the other. so much more sure he is, that he is the child of God; and as the one increases, so increases also the other. av av-d av-dc j pns31 vbz, cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1; cc c-acp dt pi vvz, av vvz av dt n-jn. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 153
2015 Contrariwise, when a man feeleth within himselfe an euill conscience, feeleth that he is darkened in his vnderstanding, ledde by the lustes of sinne: Contrariwise, when a man feeleth within himself an evil conscience, feeleth that he is darkened in his understanding, led by the lusts of sin: av, c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp px31 dt j-jn n1, vvz cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1, vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 153
2016 hee shall in spite of his teeth within himselfe sing this dolefull song, I know not whether I shall be saued or not: he shall in spite of his teeth within himself sing this doleful song, I know not whither I shall be saved or not: pns31 vmb p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp px31 vvb d j n1, pns11 vvb xx cs pns11 vmb vbi vvn cc xx: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 153
2017 and looke how the other may say, I knowe I shall be saued, because God hath sealed me with his spirit; and look how the other may say, I know I shall be saved, Because God hath sealed me with his Spirit; cc vvb c-crq dt n-jn vmb vvi, pns11 vvb pns11 vmb vbi vvn, c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno11 p-acp po31 n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 153
2018 so may this say, I am sure to bee damned continuing in this case, because I haue not faith, so may this say, I am sure to be damned Continuing in this case, Because I have not faith, av vmb d vvi, pns11 vbm j pc-acp vbi vvn vvg p-acp d n1, c-acp pns11 vhb xx n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 153
2019 but only a wauering & doubtfull opinion. but only a wavering & doubtful opinion. cc-acp av-j dt j-vvg cc j n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 153
2020 We may see by this how beneficiall they are, and mercifull to their owne soules, which with all their power day and night giue vp themselues to seeke after the knowledge and obedience of the Lordes will: We may see by this how beneficial they Are, and merciful to their own Souls, which with all their power day and night give up themselves to seek After the knowledge and Obedience of the lords will: pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d c-crq j pns32 vbr, cc j p-acp po32 d n2, r-crq p-acp d po32 n1 n1 cc n1 vvb a-acp px32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 vmb: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 153
2021 for not giuing ouer, nor waxing wearie, they shall in continuance of time, if they ply it hard, finde such a blessing from the Lorde, in the increase of faith and vertue, that will cause them to say, wee haue not lost our labor. for not giving over, nor waxing weary, they shall in Continuance of time, if they ply it hard, find such a blessing from the Lord, in the increase of faith and virtue, that will cause them to say, we have not lost our labour. c-acp xx vvg a-acp, ccx j-vvg j, pns32 vmb p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cs pns32 vvb pn31 av-j, vvb d dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cst vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi, pns12 vhb xx vvn po12 n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 153
2022 On the other side we may see how vnkind and cruell they are to themselues, which through idlenes and sloth, in seeking after God, with their daily and continuall sinnes, doe euen as it were cut the throat of their faith, seeing they can not haue trust in him, whome they doe so much disobey. On the other side we may see how unkind and cruel they Are to themselves, which through idleness and sloth, in seeking After God, with their daily and continual Sins, do even as it were Cut the throat of their faith, seeing they can not have trust in him, whom they do so much disobey. p-acp dt j-jn n1 pns12 vmb vvi c-crq j cc j pns32 vbr p-acp px32, r-crq p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp vvg p-acp np1, p-acp po32 j cc j n2, vdb av-j c-acp pn31 vbdr vvn dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, vvg pns32 vmb xx vhi n1 p-acp pno31, ro-crq pns32 vdb av av-d vvi. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 170
2023 This place is as a mightie engine to ouerthrowe the vanitie of sundrie opinions which doe reigne in men. This place is as a mighty engine to overthrown the vanity of sundry opinions which do Reign in men. d n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n2 r-crq vdb vvi p-acp n2. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 170
2024 As first of all in those which crie out against this doctrine, as a thing which will make men carelesse and idle in the seruice of God, As First of all in those which cry out against this Doctrine, as a thing which will make men careless and idle in the service of God, p-acp ord pp-f d p-acp d r-crq vvb av p-acp d n1, c-acp dt n1 r-crq vmb vvi n2 j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 170
2025 and stoppe the course of good works, I beseech you marke how wel these great wise men haue profited in Gods schoole, see how they agree with the holy Apostle: and stop the course of good works, I beseech you mark how well these great wise men have profited in God's school, see how they agree with the holy Apostle: cc vvi dt n1 pp-f j n2, pns11 vvb pn22 vvb c-crq av d j j n2 vhb vvn p-acp npg1 n1, vvb c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp dt j n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 170
2026 he saith we are to giue all our studie & diligence in good works to come to the sure and vndoubted knowledge, that wee be chosen vnto life: he Says we Are to give all our study & diligence in good works to come to the sure and undoubted knowledge, that we be chosen unto life: pns31 vvz pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi d po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j cc j n1, cst pns12 vbb vvn p-acp n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 170
2027 they say quite contrarie, if ye will haue men carefull of well doing, away with the doctrine of election, for it will marre all: they say quite contrary, if you will have men careful of well doing, away with the Doctrine of election, for it will mar all: pns32 vvb av j-jn, cs pn22 vmb vhi n2 j pp-f av vdg, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vmb vvi d: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 170
2028 thus the wisdome of flesh doth proudly lift vp it selfe euen against God (but how foolishly, a verie childe may see:) Doeth that thing which wee can not come to the knowledge of, without exceeding care of godlines, abundance of vertue, thus the Wisdom of Flesh does proudly lift up it self even against God (but how foolishly, a very child may see:) Doth that thing which we can not come to the knowledge of, without exceeding care of godliness, abundance of virtue, av dt n1 pp-f n1 vdz av-j vvi a-acp pn31 n1 av-j p-acp np1 (p-acp q-crq av-j, dt j n1 vmb vvi:) vdz d n1 r-crq pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f, p-acp j-vvg n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 170
2029 and plentie of all good workes, destroy in men the study and care of good workes? But proude flesh is worthily blind. and plenty of all good works, destroy in men the study and care of good works? But proud Flesh is worthily blind. cc n1 pp-f d j n2, vvb p-acp n2 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2? p-acp j n1 vbz av-j j. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 170
2030 Some other, although not thus brutishly blinded, yet greatly ouerseene, when they thinke on this doctrine, which is set vp vnto vs as the mark for vs to aime at in all our doings: some other, although not thus brutishly blinded, yet greatly overseen, when they think on this Doctrine, which is Set up unto us as the mark for us to aim At in all our doings: d n-jn, cs xx av av-j vvn, av av-j vvn, c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp d n1, r-crq vbz vvn a-acp p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp d po12 n2-vdg: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 170
2031 and the triall whether wee haue done well or not: and the trial whither we have done well or not: cc dt n1 cs pns12 vhb vdn av cc xx: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 170
2032 I meane the triall in this respect, and when a man hath done many good deeds, he shall know he hath not done them wel, I mean the trial in this respect, and when a man hath done many good Deeds, he shall know he hath not done them well, pns11 vvb dt n1 p-acp d n1, cc c-crq dt n1 vhz vdn d j n2, pns31 vmb vvi pns31 vhz xx vdn pno32 av, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 170
2033 if he yet doubt, whether he be one of Gods chosen, for howsoeuer he passeth it ouer, if he yet doubt, whither he be one of God's chosen, for howsoever he passes it over, cs pns31 av vvi, cs pns31 vbb crd pp-f n2 vvn, c-acp c-acp pns31 vvz pn31 a-acp, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 170
2034 yet his conscience which doeth in some sort know, that hee hath not dealt but for vaineglorie, yet his conscience which doth in Some sort know, that he hath not dealt but for vainglory, av po31 n1 q-crq vdz p-acp d n1 vvi, cst pns31 vhz xx vvn cc-acp p-acp n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 171
2035 or some other sinister respect, will not suffer him to haue this faith: or Some other sinister respect, will not suffer him to have this faith: cc d j-jn j n1, vmb xx vvi pno31 pc-acp vhi d n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 171
2036 For God doth not worke so darkely by his spirit in men, but that they may learne to knowe whether it be of him, For God does not work so darkly by his Spirit in men, but that they may Learn to know whither it be of him, c-acp np1 vdz xx vvi av av-j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n2, cc-acp cst pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi cs pn31 vbb pp-f pno31, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 171
2037 if they would make a due triall: if they would make a due trial: cs pns32 vmd vvi dt j-jn n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 171
2038 because wee must not rest in the outward doing of good things, but in the right doing. Because we must not rest in the outward doing of good things, but in the right doing. c-acp pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt av-j vdg pp-f j n2, cc-acp p-acp dt n-jn vdg. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 171
2039 Let him therefore which giueth himselfe to doe good workes, (and yet feeleth not this, which S. Peter saith, wee shall) suspect that his doings are misshapen, Let him Therefore which gives himself to do good works, (and yet feeleth not this, which S. Peter Says, we shall) suspect that his doings Are misshapen, vvb pno31 av r-crq vvz px31 pc-acp vdi j n2, (cc av vvz xx d, r-crq n1 np1 vvz, pns12 vmb) vvb cst po31 n2-vdg vbr j-vvn, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 171
2040 and be carefull to fashion them after the rules of the word. and be careful to fashion them After the rules of the word. cc vbi j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 171
2041 A third sort of men there be, which with might and maine will defend this doctrine, that men ought to be sure of saluation, that we can not more honour God, A third sort of men there be, which with might and main will defend this Doctrine, that men ought to be sure of salvation, that we can not more honour God, dt ord n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vbi, r-crq p-acp n1 cc n1 vmb vvi d n1, cst n2 vmd pc-acp vbi j pp-f n1, cst pns12 vmb xx av-dc vvi np1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 171
2042 then to giue full credit to his promises, and because the plaine testimony of the scripture compelleth them, they affirme it constantly, then to give full credit to his promises, and Because the plain testimony of the scripture compelleth them, they affirm it constantly, cs pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc c-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pno32, pns32 vvb pn31 av-j, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 171
2043 and condemne the contrarie as a soule errour, that God hath chosen men, and men come to feele and to know this: and condemn the contrary as a soul error, that God hath chosen men, and men come to feel and to know this: cc vvi dt j-jn c-acp dt n1 n1, cst np1 vhz vvn n2, cc n2 vvb pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi d: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 171
2044 And therefore because it is a true doctrine, they say also that they themselues are sure, that God hath chosen them, And Therefore Because it is a true Doctrine, they say also that they themselves Are sure, that God hath chosen them, cc av c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1, pns32 vvb av cst pns32 px32 vbr j, cst np1 vhz vvn pno32, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 171
2045 but when they take not the way to become sure, which S. Peter hath here set downe, but when they take not the Way to become sure, which S. Peter hath Here Set down, cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvb xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi j, r-crq n1 np1 vhz av vvn a-acp, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 171
2046 but goe in a contrarie path, and are spotted with filthy crimes, wee may boldly say, they be lyars: but go in a contrary path, and Are spotted with filthy crimes, we may boldly say, they be liars: cc-acp vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc vbr vvn p-acp j n2, pns12 vmb av-j vvi, pns32 vbb n2: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 171
2047 for although they brag with their tongues of that that they should be, yet there is a birde in their brest, which doth sing in a cōtrary note, for although they brag with their tongues of that that they should be, yet there is a bird in their breast, which does sing in a contrary note, c-acp cs pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2 pp-f d cst pns32 vmd vbi, av pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, r-crq vdz vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 171
2048 & telleth them plainly what they be. & Telleth them plainly what they be. cc vvz dt av-j r-crq pns32 vbb. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 156
2049 Another kind of men there be, which in no case can be perswaded, that any man can be sure of saluation, another kind of men there be, which in no case can be persuaded, that any man can be sure of salvation, j-jn n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vbi, r-crq p-acp dx n1 vmb vbi vvn, cst d n1 vmb vbi j pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 156
2050 and therefore with scoffes they aske of them which professe the word, when God told them so? If it were a thing which were not to be, and Therefore with scoffs they ask of them which profess the word, when God told them so? If it were a thing which were not to be, cc av p-acp n2 pns32 vvb pp-f pno32 r-crq vvb dt n1, c-crq np1 vvd pno32 av? cs pn31 vbdr dt n1 r-crq vbdr xx pc-acp vbi, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 156
2051 or could not be knowen, then the Apostle hath greatly ouershot himselfe, in telling vs how wee shall come to be sure. or could not be known, then the Apostle hath greatly overshot himself, in telling us how we shall come to be sure. cc vmd xx vbi vvn, cs dt n1 vhz av-j vvn px31, p-acp vvg pno12 c-crq pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi j. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 156
2052 But aske a question of them, whether they doe not beleeue in God, euery one will answere, I put all my whole trust in him: But ask a question of them, whither they do not believe in God, every one will answer, I put all my Whole trust in him: p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32, cs pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp np1, d pi vmb vvi, pns11 vvb d po11 j-jn n1 p-acp pno31: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 156
2053 reason then a little further and tell them, that the Scripture which can not lie, saith, That all which trust in God shall be saued: reason then a little further and tell them, that the Scripture which can not lie, Says, That all which trust in God shall be saved: n1 av dt j av-jc cc vvb pno32, cst dt n1 r-crq vmb xx vvi, vvz, cst d r-crq vvb p-acp np1 vmb vbi vvn: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 156
2054 how then will they ioyne these togither, that they trust in God, and yet doubt whether they shall be saued? can God deceiue? or say they, they know not what? Vndoubtedly if they did know that they haue trust, they should also know they can not perish. how then will they join these together, that they trust in God, and yet doubt whither they shall be saved? can God deceive? or say they, they know not what? Undoubtedly if they did know that they have trust, they should also know they can not perish. c-crq av vmb pns32 vvi d av, cst pns32 vvb p-acp np1, cc av vvb cs pns32 vmb vbi vvn? vmb np1 vvi? cc vvb pns32, pns32 vvb xx r-crq? av-j cs pns32 vdd vvi cst pns32 vhb n1, pns32 vmd av vvb pns32 vmb xx vvi. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 156
2055 But let vs learne by this the miserie of our time: in which men do still thinke this doctrine to be strange. But let us Learn by this the misery of our time: in which men do still think this Doctrine to be strange. cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi p-acp d dt n1 pp-f po12 n1: p-acp r-crq n2 vdb av vvi d n1 pc-acp vbi j. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 156
2056 Now let vs come to the particular application of this doctrine, in which euery one must come home to himselfe, remembring first, that such as God hath called home to himselfe, Now let us come to the particular application of this Doctrine, in which every one must come home to himself, remembering First, that such as God hath called home to himself, av vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp r-crq d pi vmb vvi av-an pc-acp px31, vvg ord, cst d c-acp np1 vhz vvn av-an pc-acp px31, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 156
2057 and chosen to be his children, he doth also giue vnto them true faith and feeling that they bee his elect: and chosen to be his children, he does also give unto them true faith and feeling that they be his elect: cc vvn pc-acp vbi po31 n2, pns31 vdz av vvi p-acp pno32 j n1 cc n1 cst pns32 vbb png31 vvi: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 156
2058 and such as perceiue no such thing in themselues, are in a verie miserable case, and as yet wee may say forlorne creatures: and such as perceive no such thing in themselves, Are in a very miserable case, and as yet we may say forlorn creatures: cc d c-acp vvb dx d n1 p-acp px32, vbr p-acp dt j j n1, cc c-acp av pns12 vmb vvi j n2: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 156
2059 therefore euery man in himselfe must aske this question of his owne soule, How goeth the matter with thee? Art thou sure God hath chosē thee? Doest thou feele any assurance of eternal life? The conscience will answere vprightly if wee be not negligent to make inquirie: Therefore every man in himself must ask this question of his own soul, How Goes the matter with thee? Art thou sure God hath chosen thee? Dost thou feel any assurance of Eternal life? The conscience will answer uprightly if we be not negligent to make inquiry: av d n1 p-acp px31 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f po31 d n1, q-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp pno21? vb2r pns21 j np1 vhz vvn pno21? vd2 pns21 vvi d n1 pp-f j n1? dt n1 vmb vvi av-j cs pns12 vbb xx j pc-acp vvi n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 157
2060 then if we find this within. I am not sure, for I doubt and stagger: then if we find this within. I am not sure, for I doubt and stagger: av cs pns12 vvb d a-acp. pns11 vbm xx j, c-acp pns11 vvb cc vvi: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 157
2061 we must inquire with our selues thus, what is the cause, God is faithfull which hath promised eternall life vnto all which beleeue: we must inquire with our selves thus, what is the cause, God is faithful which hath promised Eternal life unto all which believe: pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n2 av, q-crq vbz dt n1, np1 vbz j r-crq vhz vvn j n1 p-acp d r-crq vvb: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 157
2062 our heart will make answere, Thou regardest not the feare of God, thou art full of foule sinnes, euill lustes doe reigne in thee, thou doest not study for the knowledge of Gods worde, thou art vnfruitfull and barren in good workes, our heart will make answer, Thou regardest not the Fear of God, thou art full of foul Sins, evil lusts do Reign in thee, thou dost not study for the knowledge of God's word, thou art unfruitful and barren in good works, po12 n1 vmb vvi n1, pns21 vvd2 xx dt n1 pp-f np1, pns21 vb2r j pp-f j n2, j-jn n2 vdb vvi p-acp pno21, pns21 vd2 xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, pns21 vb2r j cc j p-acp j n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 157
2063 therefore thou canst not say, I am led by the spirit of God, and therefore sure I shall be saued. Therefore thou Canst not say, I am led by the Spirit of God, and Therefore sure I shall be saved. av pns21 vm2 xx vvi, pns11 vbm vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av av-j pns11 vmb vbi vvn. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 157
2064 If he be wise he will not stay here, as the manner of fooles is, saying I am not sure indeed, If he be wise he will not stay Here, as the manner of Fools is, saying I am not sure indeed, cs pns31 vbb j pns31 vmb xx vvi av, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz, vvg pns11 vbm xx j av, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 157
2065 neither do I thinke any man can be, I commit it to God, let him doe with me what he will: neither do I think any man can be, I commit it to God, let him do with me what he will: av-dx vdb pns11 vvi d n1 vmb vbi, pns11 vvb pn31 p-acp np1, vvb pno31 vdi p-acp pno11 r-crq pns31 vmb: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 157
2066 these speeches may seeme to haue some wit & godlines in them, but they are indeed deuilish and madde, these Speeches may seem to have Some wit & godliness in them, but they Are indeed devilish and mad, d n2 vmb vvi pc-acp vhi d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, cc-acp pns32 vbr av j cc j, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 157
2067 because God hath taught vs a contrary lesson in this place: Because God hath taught us a contrary Lesson in this place: c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno12 dt j-jn n1 p-acp d n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 157
2068 but go this steppe further, may I come to this assurance? and which is the way? The Lord doth answere by his Apostle, Thou maiest come to this assurance, but go this step further, may I come to this assurance? and which is the Way? The Lord does answer by his Apostle, Thou Mayest come to this assurance, cc-acp vvb d n1 av-jc, vmb pns11 vvi p-acp d n1? cc r-crq vbz dt n1? dt n1 vdz vvi p-acp po31 n1, pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp d n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 157
2069 and pointeth him out the way: and pointeth him out the Way: cc vvz pno31 av dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 157
2070 euē that which you haue heard, wherein he must painefully trauell and goe forwarde, not for a gird or a braid, even that which you have herd, wherein he must painfully travel and go forward, not for a gird or a braid, av cst r-crq pn22 vhb vvn, c-crq pns31 vmb av-j vvi cc vvi av-j, xx p-acp dt n1 cc dt vvb, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 157
2071 and waxe idle againe, but still labour, for these men had gone a great way, and yet they are willed to proceede still: and wax idle again, but still labour, for these men had gone a great Way, and yet they Are willed to proceed still: cc vvi j av, cc-acp av n1, p-acp d n2 vhd vvn dt j n1, cc av pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi av: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 157
2072 if the Lorde guie not this assurance, we are to labour so much the more, if the Lord guie not this assurance, we Are to labour so much the more, cs dt n1 vvb xx d n1, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi av av-d dt av-dc, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 174
2073 and to be so much the more importunate to suspect our iudgement, and to seeke for knowledge, to call our selues to a more strait account, to set a watch ouer our affections to see with what mind we doe things, to foster no sinne willingly in vs, and to be so much the more importunate to suspect our judgement, and to seek for knowledge, to call our selves to a more strait account, to Set a watch over our affections to see with what mind we do things, to foster no sin willingly in us, cc pc-acp vbi av av-d dt av-dc j pc-acp vvi po12 n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt av-dc j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp r-crq n1 pns12 vdb n2, pc-acp vvi dx n1 av-j p-acp pno12, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 174
2074 nor to be slacke to any good worke which God hath appointed, to call & crie vnto God for faith, nor to be slack to any good work which God hath appointed, to call & cry unto God for faith, ccx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn, pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 174
2075 and his spirit to guide vs, to vse the means diligently which God hath appointed, as the hearing, searching, & meditating in the word: and his Spirit to guide us, to use the means diligently which God hath appointed, as the hearing, searching, & meditating in the word: cc po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno12, pc-acp vvi dt n2 av-j r-crq n1 vhz vvn, c-acp dt n-vvg, j-vvg, cc vvg p-acp dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 174
2076 thus in time (for it is wroght in mē by degrees, & they neuer come to the full) God wil let thē see that he is their God. thus in time (for it is wrought in men by Degrees, & they never come to the full) God will let them see that he is their God. av p-acp n1 (c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n2 p-acp n2, cc pns32 av-x vvb p-acp dt j) n1 vmb vvi pno32 vvi cst pns31 vbz po32 n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 174
2077 That neither life nor death, height or depth, things present or things to come, Angels, principalities, That neither life nor death, height or depth, things present or things to come, Angels, principalities, cst dx n1 ccx n1, n1 cc n1, n2 j cc n2 pc-acp vvi, n2, n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 174
2078 nor powers, nor any creature shall separate vs from his loue in Christ. nor Powers, nor any creature shall separate us from his love in christ. ccx n2, ccx d n1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 174
2079 It followeth in the next verse, For by this meanes an entring shall be ministred vnto you abundantly into the euerlasting kingdome of our Lord Iesus Christ. It follows in the next verse, For by this means an entering shall be ministered unto you abundantly into the everlasting Kingdom of our Lord Iesus christ. pn31 vvz p-acp dt ord n1, c-acp p-acp d n2 dt n-vvg vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22 av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 92 Page 174
2080 This is a confirmation of the last clause of the former sentence, where he saith, If you doe these things, you shall neuer fall: This is a confirmation of the last clause of the former sentence, where he Says, If you do these things, you shall never fallen: d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-crq pns31 vvz, cs pn22 vdb d n2, pn22 vmb av-x vvi: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 174
2081 and why, because you shall haue a great entrance into the eternall kingdome of Christ: and why, Because you shall have a great Entrance into the Eternal Kingdom of christ: cc c-crq, c-acp pn22 vmb vhi dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 174
2082 as that is a confirmation of the other, where he saith, Make your calling & election sure, as that is a confirmation of the other, where he Says, Make your calling & election sure, c-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn, c-crq pns31 vvz, vvb po22 n-vvg cc n1 j, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 174
2083 as the reason followeth there, Ye shall come to be sure: as the reason follows there, You shall come to be sure: c-acp dt n1 vvz a-acp, pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi j: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 174
2084 how? because he which proceedeth so far that he knoweth he shall neuer fall away from God to destruction, he is (as it must needs be) sure also that he is chosen, how? Because he which Proceedeth so Far that he Knoweth he shall never fallen away from God to destruction, he is (as it must needs be) sure also that he is chosen, c-crq? c-acp pns31 r-crq vvz av av-j cst pns31 vvz pns31 vmb av-x vvi av p-acp np1 p-acp n1, pns31 vbz (c-acp pn31 vmb av vbi) av-j av cst pns31 vbz vvn, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 174
2085 for hee speaketh not here of euery particular fall into sin (which is of the most godly:) but saith S. Peter, I tell you if you do these things, ye shall neuer fall: for he speaks not Here of every particular fallen into since (which is of the most godly:) but Says S. Peter, I tell you if you do these things, you shall never fallen: c-acp pns31 vvz xx av pp-f d j n1 p-acp n1 (r-crq vbz pp-f dt av-ds j:) cc-acp vvz n1 np1, pns11 vvb pn22 cs pn22 vdb d n2, pn22 vmb av-x vvi: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 175
2086 not because there is any such stablenes in our selues, or in our own works, not Because there is any such stableness in our selves, or in our own works, xx c-acp pc-acp vbz d d n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc p-acp po12 d n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 175
2087 but we know that they be the fruits of Gods spirit in vs, which is his seale, set vpon none but those whome he doth marke vp to life eternall, & he is vnchangeable: but we know that they be the fruits of God's Spirit in us, which is his seal, Set upon none but those whom he does mark up to life Eternal, & he is unchangeable: cc-acp pns12 vvb cst pns32 vbb dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno12, r-crq vbz po31 n1, vvn p-acp pix cc-acp d r-crq pns31 vdz vvi a-acp p-acp n1 j, cc pns31 vbz j-u: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 175
2088 so it followeth here, Ye shall not fall, for they that haue a rich entrance into the kingdome of Christ, which is euerlasting, so it follows Here, You shall not fallen, for they that have a rich Entrance into the Kingdom of christ, which is everlasting, av pn31 vvz av, pn22 vmb xx vvi, c-acp pns32 cst vhb dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz j, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 175
2089 so that Christ doth raigne in them, as hee doth in all the faithfull by his spirit, can not fall, so that christ does Reign in them, as he does in all the faithful by his Spirit, can not fallen, av cst np1 vdz vvi p-acp pno32, c-acp pns31 vdz p-acp d dt j p-acp po31 n1, vmb xx vvi, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 175
2090 vntill the power of Christ faile, and his kingdome come to an end. until the power of christ fail, and his Kingdom come to an end. c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi, cc po31 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 175
2091 For we must note, that the force of the reason resteth in the difference which is between the kingdome of Christ and the kingdomes of this world: For we must note, that the force of the reason rests in the difference which is between the Kingdom of christ and the kingdoms of this world: c-acp pns12 vmb vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n2 pp-f d n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 175
2092 in which though they be neuer so mightie, and full of pollicie and wisedome, yet they should come to an end: in which though they be never so mighty, and full of policy and Wisdom, yet they should come to an end: p-acp r-crq cs pns32 vbb av-x av j, cc j pp-f n1 cc n1, av pns32 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 175
2093 and therefore a man can not rightly say vnto the subiectes, you haue a mightie prince, who is bountifull and gracious, your peace therefore and happie estate shall endure for euer: and Therefore a man can not rightly say unto the Subjects, you have a mighty Prince, who is bountiful and gracious, your peace Therefore and happy estate shall endure for ever: cc av dt n1 vmb xx av-jn vvi p-acp dt n2-jn, pn22 vhb dt j n1, r-crq vbz j cc j, po22 n1 av cc j n1 vmb vvi p-acp av: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 175
2094 nay, the mightie may bee ouercome, if not by men, at least wise by death, nay, the mighty may be overcome, if not by men, At least wise by death, uh-x, dt j vmb vbi vvn, cs xx p-acp n2, p-acp ds j p-acp n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 175
2095 and so they may bee to day in peace and good estate, to morrow all in an vprore, to day vnder a louing and gracious prince, to morrow vnder a fierce tyrant: and so they may be to day in peace and good estate, to morrow all in an uproar, to day under a loving and gracious Prince, to morrow under a fierce tyrant: cc av pns32 vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp n1 cc j n1, p-acp n1 av-d p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-vvg cc j n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 175
2096 so vncertaine is the state of the kingdome of this worlde: so uncertain is the state of the Kingdom of this world: av j vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 175
2097 but in the kingdome of Christ, whose power is aboue all, and can neuer come to an end, but in the Kingdom of christ, whose power is above all, and can never come to an end, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, rg-crq n1 vbz p-acp d, cc vmb av-x vvi p-acp dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 175
2098 but is as hee saith here, eternall, it is farre otherwise, because his state is vnchangeable, but is as he Says Here, Eternal, it is Far otherwise, Because his state is unchangeable, cc-acp vbz a-acp pns31 vvz av, j, pn31 vbz av-j av, c-acp po31 n1 vbz j-u, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 160
2099 so is theirs that bee once entred thereinto, and therefore they are sure they can neuer fall. so is theirs that be once entered thereinto, and Therefore they Are sure they can never fallen. av vbz png32 cst vbb a-acp vvn av, cc av pns32 vbr j pns32 vmb av-x vvi. (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 160
2100 Whosoeuer doeth but euen straightly looke ouer these words of the Apostle, if he haue any sight at all, hee must needes confesse all this, the matter is so cleere, that wee can but maruell how it should come to passe that this doctrine of the Lord, set forth by his Apostle, should find so fewe friends, and so many extreme enemies: Whosoever doth but even straightly look over these words of the Apostle, if he have any sighed At all, he must needs confess all this, the matter is so clear, that we can but marvel how it should come to pass that this Doctrine of the Lord, Set forth by his Apostle, should find so few Friends, and so many extreme enemies: r-crq vdz p-acp av av-j vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1, cs pns31 vhb d n1 p-acp d, pns31 vmb av vvi d d, dt n1 vbz av j, cst pns12 vmb p-acp n1 c-crq pn31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi cst d n1 pp-f dt n1, vvd av p-acp po31 n1, vmd vvi av d n2, cc av d j-jn n2: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 160
2101 but in deede men which are lyars, doe in this thing confesse the trueth, that they feele not any such matter, but in deed men which Are liars, do in this thing confess the truth, that they feel not any such matter, cc-acp p-acp n1 n2 r-crq vbr n2, vdb p-acp d n1 vvi dt n1, cst pns32 vvb xx d d n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 160
2102 and therefore can not abide to heare that all true godly men, and faithfull Christians haue this knowledge in themselues: and Therefore can not abide to hear that all true godly men, and faithful Christians have this knowledge in themselves: cc av vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi cst d j j n2, cc j np1 vhb d n1 p-acp px32: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 160
2103 but let vs giue eare to the Apostle, who telleth vs how we shal come to haue Christ to be our king, but let us give ear to the Apostle, who Telleth us how we shall come to have christ to be our King, cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz pno12 c-crq pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vhi np1 pc-acp vbi po12 n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 160
2104 and to raigne ouer vs, namely, if wee yeelde vp our selues to the gouernance of his spirit, which worketh all goodnes in our heartes, subduing and vanquishing all the rebels which we be are about in vs. Contrariwise it must needes bee granted, that such as are beastly Epicures, following their owne fleshly minde, letting loose the raines, and to Reign over us, namely, if we yield up our selves to the governance of his Spirit, which works all Goodness in our hearts, subduing and vanquishing all the rebels which we be Are about in us Contrariwise it must needs be granted, that such as Are beastly Epicureans, following their own fleshly mind, letting lose the reins, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, av, cs pns12 vvb a-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vvz d n1 p-acp po12 n2, j-vvg cc j-vvg d dt n2 r-crq pns12 vbb vbr p-acp p-acp pno12 av pn31 vmb av vbi vvn, cst d c-acp vbr j n2, vvg po32 d j n1, vvg av-j dt n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 160
2105 and giuing the swinge vnto the raging lustes of the flesh, despising the knowledge of Gods will, and giving the swinge unto the raging lusts of the Flesh, despising the knowledge of God's will, cc vvg dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n2 pp-f dt n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f n2 vmb, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 160
2106 and therefore regard not his worde, though with full mouth they call Christ their king and their Lorde; and Therefore regard not his word, though with full Mouth they call christ their King and their Lord; cc av vvb xx po31 n1, cs p-acp j n1 pns32 vvb np1 po32 n1 cc po32 n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 160
2107 yet when God saith here by his Apostle, that the entrance into his kingdome is by this meanes, that men follow after vertue, knowledge, and godlinesse: yet when God Says Here by his Apostle, that the Entrance into his Kingdom is by this means, that men follow After virtue, knowledge, and godliness: av c-crq np1 vvz av p-acp po31 n1, cst dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 vbz p-acp d n2, cst n2 vvb p-acp n1, n1, cc n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 160
2108 they shewe that they bee none of his subiects, beeing altogither void of his spirit, but the bondslaues of sinne and Sathan, whose kingdome they vpholde, with tooth and naile: they show that they be none of his Subjects, being altogether void of his Spirit, but the bondslaves of sin and Sathan, whose Kingdom they uphold, with tooth and nail: pns32 vvb cst pns32 vbb pix pp-f po31 n2-jn, vbg av j pp-f po31 n1, cc-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc np1, rg-crq n1 pns32 vvi, p-acp n1 cc n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 177
2109 and that maketh them, euen as those which are of another corporation to fight against the truth, and those which professe it: and that makes them, even as those which Are of Another corporation to fight against the truth, and those which profess it: cc cst vvz pno32, av c-acp d r-crq vbr a-acp j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc d r-crq vvb pn31: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 177
2110 deuising all the colours and shiftes they can to maintaine sinne, inuenting all the slanders that may be to discredit the godly conuersation of such as follow the way here prescribed: devising all the colours and shifts they can to maintain sin, inventing all the slanders that may be to discredit the godly Conversation of such as follow the Way Here prescribed: vvg d dt n2 cc n2 pns32 vmb pc-acp vvi n1, vvg d dt n2 cst vmb vbi pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f d c-acp vvi dt n1 av vvn: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 177
2111 condemning them as ouer precise and curious, if they doe but looke this way which God willeth all his seruants to walke: condemning them as over precise and curious, if they do but look this Way which God wills all his Servants to walk: vvg pno32 a-acp p-acp j cc j, cs pns32 vdb p-acp vvi d n1 r-crq np1 vvz d po31 n2 pc-acp vvi: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 177
2112 if God do open their eies, to see but euen in a glimmering, that which he doth teach in this place, they would be ashamed of their master & blush at that, which now they boast and bragge of: if God do open their eyes, to see but even in a glimmering, that which he does teach in this place, they would be ashamed of their master & blush At that, which now they boast and brag of: cs np1 vdb vvi po32 n2, pc-acp vvi cc-acp av-j p-acp dt j-vvg, cst r-crq pns31 vdz vvi p-acp d n1, pns32 vmd vbi j pp-f po32 n1 cc vvi p-acp d, r-crq av pns32 vvb cc n1 pp-f: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 177
2113 they would also confesse that like blind buzzards and madde beasts, they haue fought against God, and not men: they would also confess that like blind buzzards and mad beasts, they have fought against God, and not men: pns32 vmd av vvi cst av-j j n2 cc j n2, pns32 vhb vvn p-acp np1, cc xx n2: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 177
2114 finally it would make them change their waies, and seeke diligently to haue the witnes within themselues, that they be the seruants of God. finally it would make them change their ways, and seek diligently to have the witness within themselves, that they be the Servants of God. av-j pn31 vmd vvi pno32 vvi po32 n2, cc vvi av-j pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp px32, cst pns32 vbb dt n2 pp-f np1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 177
2115 Wee must marke well one other thing which is here spoken, to wit, that he saith, we must mark well one other thing which is Here spoken, to wit, that he Says, pns12 vmb vvi av crd j-jn n1 r-crq vbz av vvn, p-acp n1, cst pns31 vvz, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 177
2116 an entrance shall be ministred vnto you, abundantly or richly: an Entrance shall be ministered unto you, abundantly or richly: dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22, av-j cc av-j: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 177
2117 as if hee should say, When yee haue laboured and trauelled, to be as it were, as if he should say, When ye have laboured and traveled, to be as it were, c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, c-crq pn22 vhb vvn cc vvn, pc-acp vbi c-acp pn31 vbdr, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 177
2118 well soked and seasoned in godlinesse, and plentifullie decked with all graces and giftes of the spirit, yee shall by degrees proceed so far, well soaked and seasoned in godliness, and plentifully decked with all graces and Gifts of the Spirit, ye shall by Degrees proceed so Far, av vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, cc av-j vvn p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, pn22 vmb p-acp n2 vvb av av-j, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 177
2119 & gaine so much, that your entrance into the kingdome of Christ, shall be very great: & gain so much, that your Entrance into the Kingdom of christ, shall be very great: cc vvi av av-d, cst po22 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vmb vbi av j: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 178
2120 wherupon it doth follow, that they shalbe past danger, & may wel warrant thēselues of sure standing, in as much as Christ hath not only begun to raigne in them, whereupon it does follow, that they shall passed danger, & may well warrant themselves of sure standing, in as much as christ hath not only begun to Reign in them, c-crq pn31 vdz vvi, cst pns32 vmb|vbi p-acp n1, cc vmb av vvi px32 a-acp j n-vvg, p-acp c-acp d c-acp np1 vhz xx av-j vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 178
2121 and to be their king, but also in great measure and mightily. and to be their King, but also in great measure and mightily. cc pc-acp vbi po32 n1, cc-acp av p-acp j n1 cc av-j. (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 178
2122 But doth he not adde this one worde more then needeth? Is it not enough to haue an entrance, But does he not add this one word more then needs? Is it not enough to have an Entrance, p-acp vdz pns31 xx vvi d crd n1 av-dc cs vvz? vbz pn31 xx av-d pc-acp vhi dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 178
2123 vnles we haue a rich entrance into his kingdome? doth Christ once begin to raigne in a man, unless we have a rich Entrance into his Kingdom? does christ once begin to Reign in a man, cs pns12 vhb dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1? vdz np1 a-acp vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 178
2124 & to driue out the power of Sathan, and afterward cast him off again to destruction? I answer, that this word is not added in vaine, & to driven out the power of Sathan, and afterwards cast him off again to destruction? I answer, that this word is not added in vain, cc pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av vvd pno31 a-acp av p-acp n1? pns11 vvb, cst d n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp j, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 178
2125 for wee are taught thereby to take heed that we content not our selues with some little taste and small entrance: for we Are taught thereby to take heed that we content not our selves with Some little taste and small Entrance: c-acp pns12 vbr vvn av pc-acp vvi n1 cst pns12 vvb xx po12 n2 p-acp d j n1 cc j n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 178
2126 for his purpose is to make a difference between such on the one part as make some beginning, for his purpose is to make a difference between such on the one part as make Some beginning, c-acp po31 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d p-acp dt crd n1 c-acp vvi d n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 178
2127 & haue some good desires and motions in them, and doe taste of the good worde of God, & have Some good Desires and motions in them, and do taste of the good word of God, cc vhb d j n2 cc n2 p-acp pno32, cc vdb vvi pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 178
2128 and are in some sort lightned, but ouercome with sinnefull lusts and vaine delights of the flesh, they slide back againe suddenly, they were but for a brunt, it bringeth forth no ripe fruit in thē, and Are in Some sort lightened, but overcome with sinful Lustiest and vain delights of the Flesh, they slide back again suddenly, they were but for a brunt, it brings forth no ripe fruit in them, cc vbr p-acp d n1 vvd, cc-acp vvn p-acp j n2 cc j n2 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vvb av av av-j, pns32 vbdr cc-acp p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz av dx j n1 p-acp pno32, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 178
2129 neither to speak properly did Christ euer raign in them: & such on the other part as proceed vnto the deepe rooting out of sin, neither to speak properly did christ ever Reign in them: & such on the other part as proceed unto the deep rooting out of since, av-dx pc-acp vvi av-j vdd np1 av vvi p-acp pno32: cc d p-acp dt j-jn n1 c-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n-vvg av pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 178
2130 & sure and fast planting the truth in their hearts, going forward daily from grace to grace, & sure and fast planting the truth in their hearts, going forward daily from grace to grace, cc j cc av-j vvg dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, vvg av-j av-j p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 178
2131 & from strength to strength, vntill Christ haue set vp his throne in them, & beare sway, to the ouerthrow of the power of darknes, & from strength to strength, until christ have Set up his throne in them, & bear sway, to the overthrow of the power of darkness, cc p-acp n1 p-acp n1, c-acp np1 vhb vvn a-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno32, cc vvi n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 178
2132 & bereauing the deuill of the interest he had, and thrusting him from the possession which he held: & bereaving the Devil of the Interest he had, and thrusting him from the possession which he held: cc vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns31 vhd, cc vvg pno31 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 178
2133 a doctrine which must needs do vs much good if we beleeue it: a Doctrine which must needs do us much good if we believe it: dt n1 r-crq vmb av vvz pno12 d j cs pns12 vvb pn31: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 179
2134 & very needful to be vrged instantly, considering the nature & disposition of men at this day: & very needful to be urged instantly, considering the nature & disposition of men At this day: cc av j pc-acp vbi vvn av-jn, vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 179
2135 they are afraid of going too farre in vertue & knowledge, they count it a needles thing to be admonished or taught diligently, they take great scorne to be counted such as may be amended, they Are afraid of going too Far in virtue & knowledge, they count it a needles thing to be admonished or taught diligently, they take great scorn to be counted such as may be amended, pns32 vbr j pp-f vvg av av-j p-acp n1 cc n1, pns32 vvb pn31 dt n2 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvd av-j, pns32 vvb j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn d c-acp vmb vbi vvn, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 179
2136 yea, and that which is more, when as they haue not learned the first point of a christiā scholler, they will seem perfect: yea, and that which is more, when as they have not learned the First point of a christian scholar, they will seem perfect: uh, cc cst r-crq vbz av-dc, c-crq c-acp pns32 vhb xx vvn dt ord n1 pp-f dt njp n1, pns32 vmb vvi j: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 179
2137 so far are they from hauing this abundant entring into the kingdome of Christ. so Far Are they from having this abundant entering into the Kingdom of christ. av av-j vbr pns32 p-acp vhg d j vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 179
2138 Learne here therfore, dearely beloued, & learne it well, lay sure hold thereof that it do not slip from you, Learn Here Therefore, dearly Beloved, & Learn it well, lay sure hold thereof that it do not slip from you, vvb av av, av-jn vvn, cc vvi pn31 av, vvb av-j vvi av cst pn31 vdb xx vvi p-acp pn22, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 179
2139 for God teacheth vs here the only way to life and happines: for God Teaches us Here the only Way to life and happiness: c-acp np1 vvz pno12 av dt j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 179
2140 let go the vaine dreames and doltish opinions of people sotted in their ignorance, which are so farre blinded by the malice of Sathan, that which way soeuer they goe, still they are in hope of eternall glory, let go the vain dreams and doltish opinions of people sotted in their ignorance, which Are so Far blinded by the malice of Sathan, that which Way soever they go, still they Are in hope of Eternal glory, vvb vvb dt j n2 cc j n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp po32 n1, r-crq vbr av av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst r-crq n1 av pns32 vvb, av pns32 vbr p-acp n1 pp-f j n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 179
2141 as though the way to heauen were so broad that a man could not go out of it, as though the Way to heaven were so broad that a man could not go out of it, c-acp cs dt n1 p-acp n1 vbdr av j cst dt n1 vmd xx vvi av pp-f pn31, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 179
2142 & the entrance so easie, that he may enter whē he will: for this is the diuinitie of our time; & the Entrance so easy, that he may enter when he will: for this is the divinity of our time; cc dt n1 av j, cst pns31 vmb vvi c-crq pns31 vmb: c-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 179
2143 howsoeuer a man spend his time in ignorance, not caring for, nor seeking after the true knowledge of god, howsoeuer he be defiled with foule & beastly sins, that indeed there be nothing in him but pride, selfloue, vainglory, enuy, gluttony, the lusts of adultery, howsoever a man spend his time in ignorance, not caring for, nor seeking After the true knowledge of god, howsoever he be defiled with foul & beastly Sins, that indeed there be nothing in him but pride, Self-love, vainglory, envy, gluttony, the Lustiest of adultery, c-acp dt n1 vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1, xx vvg p-acp, ccx vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns31 vbb vvn p-acp j cc j n2, cst av pc-acp vbi pix p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, dt n2 pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 179
2144 & such like, yea, so far, that the scripture doeth liken him to a swine or a dog: & such like, yea, so Far, that the scripture doth liken him to a Swine or a dog: cc d av-j, uh, av av-j, cst dt n1 vdz vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 179
2145 yet as if they say, he haue God in his mind, & cā say, Lord haue mercy vpō me, they think this is all that can be required of men, they will not sticke to acquite all such: yet as if they say, he have God in his mind, & can say, Lord have mercy upon me, they think this is all that can be required of men, they will not stick to acquit all such: av c-acp cs pns32 vvb, pns31 vhb n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vmb vvi, n1 vhb n1 p-acp pno11, pns32 vvb d vbz d cst vmb vbi vvn pp-f n2, pns32 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi d d: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 180
2146 beeing nothing at all acquainted with that, which God telleth in this place by his Apostle, being nothing At all acquainted with that, which God Telleth in this place by his Apostle, vbg pix p-acp av-d vvn p-acp d, r-crq np1 vvz p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 180
2147 how farre men must proceed in his feare before they can well warrant themselues to be in good case. how Far men must proceed in his Fear before they can well warrant themselves to be in good case. c-crq j n2 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1 c-acp pns32 vmb av vvi px32 pc-acp vbi p-acp j n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 180
2148 For yee may as well ioyne heauen and hell togither, fire and water will assoone agree, light and darkenes are as like one another, For ye may as well join heaven and hell together, fire and water will As soon agree, Light and darkness Are as like one Another, p-acp pn22 vmb a-acp av vvi n1 cc n1 av, n1 cc n1 vmb av vvi, n1 cc n1 vbr a-acp av-j pi j-jn, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 180
2149 as the common faith is to that which we are taught in this place. as the Common faith is to that which we Are taught in this place. c-acp dt j n1 vbz pc-acp d r-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 180
2150 But I will returne to apply this doctrine to the godly, for whome it is written: But I will return to apply this Doctrine to the godly, for whom it is written: p-acp pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt j, p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 180
2151 how they may, as we vse to say, make this thing dead sure: how they may, as we use to say, make this thing dead sure: c-crq pns32 vmb, c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, vvb d n1 j j: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 180
2152 for there is many a godly man, which after long trauell, and much care to please God, is yet so matched with stubborn nature, for there is many a godly man, which After long travel, and much care to please God, is yet so matched with stubborn nature, c-acp pc-acp vbz d dt j n1, r-crq p-acp j n1, cc d n1 pc-acp vvi np1, vbz av av vvn p-acp j n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 180
2153 so deeply infected and poisoned with sinne, that he is compelled, although hee haue gained much and doeth feele the power of Gods spirit in him, sometimes to be in doubt, so deeply infected and poisoned with sin, that he is compelled, although he have gained much and doth feel the power of God's Spirit in him, sometime to be in doubt, av av-jn vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, cst pns31 vbz vvn, cs pns31 vhb vvn av-d cc vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno31, av pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 180
2154 and to thinke his labour but lost, because he can not get so great a victorie as hee would faine: and to think his labour but lost, Because he can not get so great a victory as he would feign: cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc-acp vvn, c-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi av j dt n1 c-acp pns31 vmd vvi: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 180
2155 let not this man be dismaied, but let him goe forward, remembring what is here promised: let not this man be dismayed, but let him go forward, remembering what is Here promised: vvb xx d n1 vbi vvn, cc-acp vvb pno31 vvi av-j, vvg r-crq vbz av vvn: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 180
2156 the more he wanteth the more let him striue, and he shall plainly perceiue, that God regardeth his care & trauell, considereth his sighes and grones, the more he Wants the more let him strive, and he shall plainly perceive, that God Regardeth his care & travel, Considereth his sighs and groans, dt av-dc pns31 vvz dt av-dc vvb pno31 vvi, cc pns31 vmb av-j vvi, cst np1 vvz po31 n1 cc n1, vvz po31 n2 cc n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 180
2157 and will performe all his desires: and will perform all his Desires: cc vmb vvi d po31 n2: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 180
2158 let him remember that these men whome S. Peter wrote vnto, had obtained the precious faith, did know and were established in the present trueth, let him Remember that these men whom S. Peter wrote unto, had obtained the precious faith, did know and were established in the present truth, vvb pno31 vvi cst d n2 r-crq n1 np1 vvd p-acp, vhd vvn dt j n1, vdd vvi cc vbdr vvn p-acp dt j n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 180
2159 and yet they were not so far but that they may be mooued to make their election sure, to seeke a further entrance into the kingdome of Christ: and yet they were not so Far but that they may be moved to make their election sure, to seek a further Entrance into the Kingdom of christ: cc av pns32 vbdr xx av av-j p-acp cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi po32 n1 j, pc-acp vvi dt jc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 181
2160 & so to continue that which was but begun. & so to continue that which was but begun. cc av pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbds p-acp vvn. (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 181
2161 Wee ought the more to be mooued hereunto, because the world is euer full of fearefull examples, which if they were wel considered, would make a mans haire to stand vpright, we ought the more to be moved hereunto, Because the world is ever full of fearful Examples, which if they were well considered, would make a men hair to stand upright, pns12 vmd dt av-dc pc-acp vbi vvn av, c-acp dt n1 vbz av j pp-f j n2, r-crq cs pns32 vbdr av vvn, vmd vvi dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi av-j, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 181
2162 when he shall see that for want of this doctrine, or at the least the not practising of it, there be many which seeme not only to haue had some good liking of the truth, when he shall see that for want of this Doctrine, or At the least the not practising of it, there be many which seem not only to have had Some good liking of the truth, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi cst p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, cc p-acp dt ds dt xx vvg pp-f pn31, pc-acp vbi d r-crq vvb xx av-j pc-acp vhi vhn d j n-vvg pp-f dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 181
2163 but also a great zeale, euen to suffer somewhat for the same, which are become as cold as ice, but also a great zeal, even to suffer somewhat for the same, which Are become as cold as ice, cc-acp av dt j n1, av-j pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt d, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp j-jn c-acp n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 181
2164 & scarse any point of godlines left in thē: & scarce any point of godliness left in them: cc av-j d n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno32: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 181
2165 yea though they would beare men in hand that they haue (like good schollers) proceeded to the highest fourme, yea though they would bear men in hand that they have (like good Scholars) proceeded to the highest Form, uh cs pns32 vmd vvi n2 p-acp n1 cst pns32 vhb (av-j j n2) vvd p-acp dt js n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 181
2166 yet when our great master shall pose them, they shall not be allowed to sit in the lowest: yet when our great master shall pose them, they shall not be allowed to fit in the lowest: av c-crq po12 j n1 vmb vvi pno32, pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt js: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 181
2167 so dangerous a thing it is once to relent or slacken our care, vntill we haue gotten this full assurance, so dangerous a thing it is once to relent or slacken our care, until we have got this full assurance, av j dt n1 pn31 vbz a-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvn po12 n1, c-acp pns12 vhb vvn d j n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 181
2168 and made this rich entrance into the kingdome of Christ, that wee feele our selues to be led by the spirit of God, and made this rich Entrance into the Kingdom of christ, that we feel our selves to be led by the Spirit of God, cc vvd d j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns12 vvb po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 181
2169 & feele it, not by the vaine conceit of our owne foolish braine, nor by sensles securitie, & feel it, not by the vain conceit of our own foolish brain, nor by senseless security, cc vvb pn31, xx p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 d j n1, ccx p-acp j n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 181
2170 but by the working and fruits of the same spirit. If this were well weighed, men would not content themselues with so little or nothing: but by the working and fruits of the same Spirit. If this were well weighed, men would not content themselves with so little or nothing: cc-acp p-acp dt n-vvg cc n2 pp-f dt d n1. cs d vbdr av vvn, n2 vmd xx vvi px32 p-acp av j cc pix: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 181
2171 they would not make so sleight account of teaching; they would leaue off their slanderous & reprochfull railings; they would not make so sleight account of teaching; they would leave off their slanderous & reproachful railings; pns32 vmd xx vvi av n1 n1 pp-f vvg; pns32 vmd vvi a-acp po32 j cc j n2-vvg; (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 181
2172 they would not like filthy swine wallow themselues still in the filthy mire of their sins: they would not like filthy Swine wallow themselves still in the filthy mire of their Sins: pns32 vmd xx av-j j n1 vvb px32 av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 181
2173 they would not prattle so much of this, that al are sinners, & therefore thinke all are alike, shuffling togither one with another: they would not prattle so much of this, that all Are Sinners, & Therefore think all Are alike, shuffling together one with Another: pns32 vmd xx vvi av d pp-f d, cst d vbr n2, cc av vvb d vbr av, j-vvg av crd p-acp n-jn: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 182
2174 nay God will sunder them, for hee hath taught here who be godly and faithfull, such as hee taketh and accepteth for his children: nay God will sunder them, for he hath taught Here who be godly and faithful, such as he Takes and Accepteth for his children: uh np1 vmb vvi pno32, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn av r-crq vbb j cc j, d c-acp pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp po31 n2: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 182
2175 and who be vngodly Infidels, children of the deuill and heires of hell. For in very deed, though all be sinners, yet they greatly differ: and who be ungodly Infidels, children of the Devil and Heirs of hell. For in very deed, though all be Sinners, yet they greatly differ: cc q-crq vbb j n2, n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n2 pp-f n1. p-acp p-acp j n1, cs d vbb n2, av pns32 av-j vvi: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 182
2176 for some continue in their sinnes, seducing & deceiuing themselues with vaine hope of Gods mercie: for Some continue in their Sins, seducing & deceiving themselves with vain hope of God's mercy: c-acp d vvb p-acp po32 n2, vvg cc vvg px32 p-acp j n1 pp-f npg1 n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 182
2177 some do repent after the maner here prescribed them, which standeth in this, that they clense themselues more and more from all filthines of the flesh, Some do Repent After the manner Here prescribed them, which Stands in this, that they cleanse themselves more and more from all filthiness of the Flesh, d vdb vvi p-acp dt n1 av vvn pno32, r-crq vvz p-acp d, cst pns32 vvb px32 av-dc cc av-dc p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 182
2178 and grow in all vertues and graces, vntill they be decked in their soules with heauenly ornaments, and grow in all Virtues and graces, until they be decked in their Souls with heavenly Ornament, cc vvi p-acp d n2 cc n2, c-acp pns32 vbb vvn p-acp po32 n2 p-acp j n2, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 182
2179 and haue yeelded vp themselues to haue Christ raigne in them. and have yielded up themselves to have christ Reign in them. cc vhb vvn a-acp px32 pc-acp vhi np1 vvi p-acp pno32. (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 182
2180 As for the common repentance, to cry onely with words for mercie, in some light measure to be greeued, to feare the iudgements of God, As for the Common Repentance, to cry only with words for mercy, in Some Light measure to be grieved, to Fear the Judgments of God, p-acp p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp n2 p-acp n1, p-acp d j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 182
2181 and yet the soule within nothing changed, nor the spirit renued, nor Christ raigning in the heart: and yet the soul within nothing changed, nor the Spirit renewed, nor christ reigning in the heart: cc av dt n1 p-acp pix vvn, ccx dt n1 vvd, ccx np1 vvg p-acp dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 182
2182 it doth but deceiue al which trust to it. Most true it is, that what time soeuer a sinner doth repent, he is forgiuē: it does but deceive all which trust to it. Most true it is, that what time soever a sinner does Repent, he is forgiven: pn31 vdz p-acp vvi d r-crq vvb p-acp pn31. ds j pn31 vbz, cst r-crq n1 av dt n1 vdz vvi, pns31 vbz vvn: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 182
2183 but this is as like to that repentance, which is here by S. Peter described, as wee say, an apple is to an oister: but this is as like to that Repentance, which is Here by S. Peter described, as we say, an apple is to an oyster: cc-acp d vbz p-acp av-j p-acp d n1, r-crq vbz av p-acp n1 np1 vvn, c-acp pns12 vvb, dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 182
2184 for if we looke well vnto them both, we shall find thē to agree but in very few things, & those euen the least. for if we look well unto them both, we shall find them to agree but in very few things, & those even the least. c-acp cs pns12 vvb av p-acp pno32 d, pns12 vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi cc-acp p-acp av d n2, cc d av-j dt ds. (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 182
2185 Let vs I say, once againe fasten our steps in this way, let vs goe forward, Let us I say, once again fasten our steps in this Way, let us go forward, vvb pno12 pns11 vvb, a-acp av vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n1, vvb pno12 vvi av-j, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 182
2186 and not so much as looke backe, vntill such time as wee haue by our owne experience, prooued that to be true which is taught by S. Peter. and not so much as look back, until such time as we have by our own experience, proved that to be true which is taught by S. Peter. cc xx av av-d c-acp vvb av, c-acp d n1 c-acp pns12 vhb p-acp po12 d n1, vvd cst pc-acp vbi j r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1 np1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 182
2187 For it is not enough to beleeue that this is true (although that be somwhat) vnles we trie it to be so by our selues. For it is not enough to believe that this is true (although that be somewhat) unless we try it to be so by our selves. p-acp pn31 vbz xx av-d pc-acp vvi cst d vbz j (cs d vbb av) cs pns12 vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi av p-acp po12 n2. (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 183
2188 Hee is now a starke foole which seeth this to be the only way to happines, He is now a stark fool which sees this to be the only Way to happiness, pns31 vbz av dt j n1 r-crq vvz d pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 183
2189 and for sloth will not walke in it: as though the kingdome of heauen were not worth the trauelling for. and for sloth will not walk in it: as though the Kingdom of heaven were not worth the travelling for. cc p-acp n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31: c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vbdr xx j dt vvg p-acp. (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 183
2190 Wee may gather also in this place, if wee be not senslesse, how great enemies they be to the saluation of men, which would vtterly debarre them of the word, that is appointed to be the instrument by which God worketh all these good things in his seruants: we may gather also in this place, if we be not senseless, how great enemies they be to the salvation of men, which would utterly debar them of the word, that is appointed to be the Instrument by which God works all these good things in his Servants: pns12 vmb vvi av p-acp d n1, cs pns12 vbb xx j, c-crq j n2 pns32 vbb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vmd av-j vvi pno32 pp-f dt n1, cst vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz d d j n2 p-acp po31 n2: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 183
2191 for without that (as it may be easily gathered here) we can do nothing. for without that (as it may be Easily gathered Here) we can do nothing. c-acp p-acp d (c-acp pn31 vmb vbi av-j vvn av) pns12 vmb vdi pix. (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 183
2192 It doeth also appeare, that those are in a miserable case, whose office and duty is, not only to shew mē some part of Gods will, It doth also appear, that those Are in a miserable case, whose office and duty is, not only to show men Some part of God's will, pn31 vdz av vvi, cst d vbr p-acp dt j n1, rg-crq n1 cc n1 vbz, xx av-j pc-acp vvi n2 d n1 pp-f n2 vmb, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 183
2193 but to bring them thus far as S. Peter doth require, if they be not well furnished, but to bring them thus Far as S. Peter does require, if they be not well furnished, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 av av-j c-acp n1 np1 vdz vvi, cs pns32 vbb xx av vvn, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 183
2194 & haue walked first this way themselues: & have walked First this Way themselves: cc vhb vvn ord d n1 px32: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 183
2195 for how shal they bring other mē, to that, which themselues haue not nor know not? It doeth appeare also that God hath shewed a sore iudgement against that people, which haue such a guide as can not shew them this way: for how shall they bring other men, to that, which themselves have not nor know not? It doth appear also that God hath showed a soar judgement against that people, which have such a guide as can not show them this Way: p-acp q-crq vmb pns32 vvi j-jn n2, p-acp d, r-crq px32 vhb xx ccx vvb xx? pn31 vdz vvi av cst np1 vhz vvn dt j n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq vhb d dt n1 c-acp vmb xx vvi pno32 d n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 183
2196 which is the onely way to heauen: which is the only Way to heaven: r-crq vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 183
2197 for doubtles it is more then if he should thunder vpō them from heauen, or fire their houses ouer their heads: for doubtless it is more then if he should thunder upon them from heaven, or fire their houses over their Heads: p-acp av-j pn31 vbz dc cs cs pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 183
2198 especially whē they are so blind, that they see not the plague, but thinke themselues in better case then those whom God ouer rules by his word. especially when they Are so blind, that they see not the plague, but think themselves in better case then those whom God over rules by his word. av-j c-crq pns32 vbr av j, cst pns32 vvb xx dt n1, cc-acp vvb px32 p-acp j n1 cs d r-crq np1 p-acp n2 p-acp po31 n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 183
2199 But wo be to those blind guides which do not feed; & wretched is that people that want a shepheard. But woe be to those blind guides which do not feed; & wretched is that people that want a shepherd. p-acp n1 vbb p-acp d j n2 r-crq vdb xx vvi; cc j vbz d n1 cst vvb dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 183
2200 For how shal they euer hear of these things? We cā but pity their miserie, For how shall they ever hear of these things? We can but pity their misery, p-acp q-crq vmb pns32 av vvi pp-f d n2? pns12 vmb p-acp n1 po32 n1, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 184
2201 and desire the Lord to send redresse, in so lamentable and desperate a case: which is thought to be nothing, because in deed the most men knowe nothing: and desire the Lord to send redress, in so lamentable and desperate a case: which is Thought to be nothing, Because in deed the most men know nothing: cc vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1, p-acp av j cc j dt n1: r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vbi pix, c-acp p-acp n1 dt av-ds n2 vvb pix: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 184
2202 for had they but knowen what God requireth in that man whome he will saue, for had they but known what God requires in that man whom he will save, c-acp vhd pns32 p-acp vvn q-crq n1 vvz p-acp d n1 r-crq pns31 vmb vvi, (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 184
2203 though they were not partakers of it themselues, yet they would consent and agree to the doctrine: though they were not partakers of it themselves, yet they would consent and agree to the Doctrine: cs pns32 vbdr xx n2 pp-f pn31 px32, av pns32 vmd vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 184
2204 and confesse that there is no way to attaine eternall life, but by so sound teaching as may bring people to the things here required. and confess that there is no Way to attain Eternal life, but by so found teaching as may bring people to the things Here required. cc vvb cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi j n1, cc-acp p-acp av j n-vvg c-acp vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n2 av vvn. (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 184
2205 But I will here make an end. But I will Here make an end. p-acp pns11 vmb av vvi dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV2) 93 Page 184
2206 O Lord, graunt that this doctrine which thou hast taught vs in this thy holy worde, may enter into vs, Oh Lord, grant that this Doctrine which thou hast taught us in this thy holy word, may enter into us, uh n1, vvb cst d n1 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno12 p-acp d po21 j n1, vmb vvi p-acp pno12, (12) sermon (DIV2) 94 Page 184
2207 and dwell in vs for euer: and dwell in us for ever: cc vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp av: (12) sermon (DIV2) 94 Page 184
2208 that so we may be sure of thy fauour and of eternall life, through Iesus Christ thy deare sonne our Lord and onely Sauiour. Amen. FINIS. that so we may be sure of thy favour and of Eternal life, through Iesus christ thy deer son our Lord and only Saviour. Amen. FINIS. cst av pns12 vmb vbi j pp-f po21 n1 cc pp-f j n1, p-acp np1 np1 po21 j-jn n1 po12 n1 cc j n1. uh-n. fw-la. (12) sermon (DIV2) 94 Page 184
2209 A godlie, zealous, and profitable Sermon, vpon the second Chapter of Saint Iames. The Text. vers. 14, 15, &c. A godly, zealous, and profitable Sermon, upon the second Chapter of Saint James The Text. vers. 14, 15, etc. dt j, j, cc j n1, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n1 np1 dt np1 fw-la. crd, crd, av (13) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 185
2210 14 What auaileth it, my brethren, though a man saith he hath faith, when he hath no workes, can that faith saue him? 14 What avails it, my brothers, though a man Says he hath faith, when he hath no works, can that faith save him? crd r-crq vvz pn31, po11 n2, cs dt n1 vvz pns31 vhz n1, c-crq pns31 vhz dx n2, vmb d n1 p-acp pno31? (13) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 185
2211 15 For if a brother or sister bee naked and destitute of daily foode, 15 For if a brother or sister be naked and destitute of daily food, crd c-acp cs dt n1 cc n1 vbb j cc j pp-f j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 185
2212 16 And one of you say vnto them, Depart in peace, warme your selues, and fill your bellies: 16 And one of you say unto them, Depart in peace, warm your selves, and fill your bellies: crd cc crd pp-f pn22 vvb p-acp pno32, vvb p-acp n1, vvi po22 n2, cc vvb po22 n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 185
2213 notwithstanding ye giue them not those things which are needfull to the bodie, what helpeth it? notwithstanding you give them not those things which Are needful to the body, what Helpeth it? c-acp pn22 vvb pno32 xx d n2 r-crq vbr j p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz pn31? (13) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 185
2214 17 Euen so the faith, if it haue no workes is dead in it selfe. 18 But some man might say, Thou hast the faith, and I haue workes: 17 Even so the faith, if it have no works is dead in it self. 18 But Some man might say, Thou hast the faith, and I have works: crd av av dt n1, cs pn31 vhb dx n2 vbz j p-acp pn31 n1. crd p-acp d n1 vmd vvi, pns21 vh2 dt n1, cc pns11 vhb n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 185
2215 shew me thy faith out of thy workes, and I will shew thee my faith by my workes. show me thy faith out of thy works, and I will show thee my faith by my works. vvb pno11 po21 n1 av pp-f po21 n2, cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21 po11 n1 p-acp po11 n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 185
2216 19 Thou beleeuest that there is one God: thou doest well: the diuels also beleeue it & tremble. 19 Thou Believest that there is one God: thou dost well: the Devils also believe it & tremble. crd pns21 vv2 cst pc-acp vbz crd np1: pns21 vd2 vvi: dt n2 av vvb pn31 cc vvi. (13) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 185
2217 20 But wilt thou vnderstand, O thou vaine man, that the faith which is without works, is dead? 20 But wilt thou understand, Oh thou vain man, that the faith which is without works, is dead? crd cc-acp vm2 pns21 vvi, uh pns21 j n1, cst dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n2, vbz j? (13) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 186
2218 21 Was not Abraham our Father iustified through workes, when hee offered Isaac his sonne vpon the Altar? 21 Was not Abraham our Father justified through works, when he offered Isaac his son upon the Altar? crd vbds xx np1 po12 n1 vvn p-acp n2, c-crq pns31 vvd np1 po31 n1 p-acp dt n1? (13) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 186
2219 22 Seest thou not that the faith wrought with his workes? and through the workes was the faith made perfect. 22 See thou not that the faith wrought with his works? and through the works was the faith made perfect. crd vv2 pns21 xx cst dt n1 vvn p-acp po31 n2? cc p-acp dt n2 vbds dt n1 vvd j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 186
2220 23 And the Scripture was fulfilled, which sayth, Abraham beleeued God, and it was imputed vnto him for righteousnesse: 23 And the Scripture was fulfilled, which say, Abraham believed God, and it was imputed unto him for righteousness: crd cc dt n1 vbds vvn, r-crq vvz, np1 vvd np1, cc pn31 vbds vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 186
2221 and he was called the friend of God. and he was called the friend of God. cc pns31 vbds vvn dt n1 pp-f np1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 186
2222 24 Ye see then how that of workes a man is iustified, and not of faith only. 24 You see then how that of works a man is justified, and not of faith only. crd pn22 vvb av c-crq d pp-f n2 dt n1 vbz vvn, cc xx pp-f n1 av-j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 186
2223 25 Likewise also, was not Rahab the harlot iustified through workes, when she had receiued the messengers, 25 Likewise also, was not Rahab the harlot justified through works, when she had received the messengers, crd av av, vbds xx np1 dt n1 vvn p-acp n2, c-crq pns31 vhd vvn dt n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 186
2224 and sent them out another way? and sent them out Another Way? cc vvd pno32 av j-jn n1? (13) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 186
2225 26 For as the bodie without the spirit is dead, euen so the faith without workes, is dead. 26 For as the body without the Spirit is dead, even so the faith without works, is dead. crd c-acp c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz j, av av dt n1 p-acp n2, vbz j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 186
2226 I Haue chosen this portion of scripture to interpret, because there is very great vse and commoditie in the true and right vnderstanding thereof: I Have chosen this portion of scripture to interpret, Because there is very great use and commodity in the true and right understanding thereof: pns11 vhb vvn d n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, c-acp pc-acp vbz av j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j cc av-jn vvg av: (13) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 186
2227 and the doctrine therein contained, is most necessarie for all Christians to know. and the Doctrine therein contained, is most necessary for all Christians to know. cc dt n1 av vvn, vbz av-ds j p-acp d np1 pc-acp vvi. (13) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 186
2228 First, because it doth directly and fully ouerthrow & beat downe all carnall profession of the Gospell, shewing that the common and dead faith cannot saue a man. First, Because it does directly and Fully overthrow & beatrice down all carnal profession of the Gospel, showing that the Common and dead faith cannot save a man. ord, c-acp pn31 vdz av-j cc av-j vvi cc vvi a-acp d j n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg cst dt j cc j n1 vmbx vvi dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 186
2229 Secondly, because it is the principall piller which the Papists doe leane vnto, and the chiefe place of Scripture which they doe peruert and abuse, to prooue and establish Iustification by workes, Secondly, Because it is the principal pillar which the Papists do lean unto, and the chief place of Scripture which they do pervert and abuse, to prove and establish Justification by works, ord, c-acp pn31 vbz dt j-jn n1 r-crq dt njp2 vdb vvi p-acp, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pns32 vdb vvi cc vvi, pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 p-acp n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 187
2230 and the merits of men, and to ouerthrow the free Iustification wee haue in our Lord Iesus Christ through faith. and the merits of men, and to overthrow the free Justification we have in our Lord Iesus christ through faith. cc dt n2 pp-f n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pns12 vhb p-acp po12 n1 np1 np1 p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 187
2231 The hold which they take in this point, is vpon the speeches and phrases which the Apostle doth vse: The hold which they take in this point, is upon the Speeches and phrases which the Apostle does use: dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp d n1, vbz p-acp dt n2 cc n2 r-crq dt n1 vdz vvi: (13) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 187
2232 as when he saith, Abraham our father was iustified through workes. Also Rahab the Harlot was iustified through workes. as when he Says, Abraham our father was justified through works. Also Rahab the Harlot was justified through works. c-acp c-crq pns31 vvz, np1 po12 n1 vbds vvn p-acp n2. av np1 dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 187
2233 Likewise ye see that of workes a man is iustified, and not of faith onely. Likewise you see that of works a man is justified, and not of faith only. av pn22 vvb d pp-f n2 dt n1 vbz vvn, cc xx pp-f n1 av-j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 187
2234 Herein the two Apostles of Christ, Saint Paul and Saint Iames, do seeme to be flat contrarie the one to the other: Herein the two Apostles of christ, Saint Paul and Saint James, do seem to be flat contrary the one to the other: av dt crd n2 pp-f np1, n1 np1 cc n1 np1, vdb vvi pc-acp vbi av-j j-jn dt crd p-acp dt n-jn: (13) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 187
2235 for whereas Saint Paul saith, Abraham was iustified by faith alone, and not by workes; Saint Iames saith, he was iustified by workes. for whereas Saint Paul Says, Abraham was justified by faith alone, and not by works; Saint James Says, he was justified by works. c-acp cs n1 np1 vvz, np1 vbds vvn p-acp n1 av-j, cc xx p-acp n2; n1 np1 vvz, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 187
2236 Saint Paul saith, and prooueth by sundrie and inuincible reasons, that a man is iustified by faith alone without the workes of the law. Saint Paul Says, and proveth by sundry and invincible Reasons, that a man is justified by faith alone without the works of the law. n1 np1 vvz, cc vvz p-acp j cc j n2, cst dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 187
2237 Saint Iames saith, ye see that a man is iustified by workes, and not by faith only. Saint James Says, you see that a man is justified by works, and not by faith only. n1 np1 vvz, pn22 vvb cst dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n2, cc xx p-acp n1 av-j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 187
2238 This contrarietie is but in appearance: This contrariety is but in appearance: d n1 vbz p-acp p-acp n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 187
2239 for they both wrote by one spirite which is alwaies like himselfe, and alwaies agreeth with himselfe. for they both wrote by one Spirit which is always like himself, and always agreeth with himself. c-acp pns32 d vvd p-acp crd n1 r-crq vbz av j px31, cc av vvz p-acp px31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 187
2240 The whole blame thereof is to light vpon vs, that wee are so dimme sighted as not to see how these two seruants of GOD doe iumpe and agree together without any iarre at all. The Whole blame thereof is to Light upon us, that we Are so dim sighted as not to see how these two Servants of GOD do jump and agree together without any jar At all. dt j-jn n1 av vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vbr av j vvn c-acp xx pc-acp vvi c-crq d crd n2 pp-f np1 vdb vvi cc vvi av p-acp d n1 p-acp d. (13) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 187
2241 I thinke it needefull for this cause before I come to handle the words of the Text as they lye in order, I think it needful for this cause before I come to handle the words of the Text as they lie in order, pns11 vvb pn31 j p-acp d n1 c-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 187
2242 first to take away this shewe of discorde: First to take away this show of discord: ord pc-acp vvi av d n1 pp-f n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 187
2243 If any man will demaund, what cause there was which made them to appeare in outward shew so contrarie the one to the other? I answere, that, If any man will demand, what cause there was which made them to appear in outward show so contrary the one to the other? I answer, that, cs d n1 vmb vvi, r-crq n1 a-acp vbds r-crq vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1 av j-jn dt crd p-acp dt j-jn? pns11 vvb, cst, (13) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 188
2244 although there be no contrarietie in the matter it selfe which they teach: although there be no contrariety in the matter it self which they teach: cs pc-acp vbb dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1 r-crq pns32 vvb: (13) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 188
2245 yet the diuersitie of the schollers, which they lighted vpon, & the contrary affection of those whom they instructed, caused them to vse a diuers and contrarie order of teaching. yet the diversity of the Scholars, which they lighted upon, & the contrary affection of those whom they instructed, caused them to use a diverse and contrary order of teaching. av dt n1 pp-f dt n2, r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f d ro-crq pns32 vvd, vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi dt j cc j-jn n1 pp-f vvg. (13) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 188
2246 Saint Paul hauing to deale with such as would seeke to be iustified, partly by faith in Christ, Saint Paul having to deal with such as would seek to be justified, partly by faith in christ, n1 np1 vhg p-acp n1 p-acp d c-acp vmd vvi pc-acp vbi vvn, av p-acp n1 p-acp np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 188
2247 and partly by their owne deedes, or the deedes of the Law, vseth this order: first, shewing that we were lost and condemned in our selues: and partly by their own Deeds, or the Deeds of the Law, uses this order: First, showing that we were lost and condemned in our selves: cc av p-acp po32 d n2, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvz d n1: ord, vvg cst pns12 vbdr vvn cc vvn p-acp po12 n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 188
2248 then next iustified and saued through the merites of Christ: then next justified and saved through the merits of christ: av ord vvd cc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 188
2249 afterward that we are sanctified in him, and must shew foorth the fruites of our faith in a pure and holie life. afterwards that we Are sanctified in him, and must show forth the fruits of our faith in a pure and holy life. av cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp pno31, cc vmb vvi av dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 188
2250 Saint Iames lighting vpon another sort of men, which confessed the free iustification through faith in Christ, Saint James lighting upon Another sort of men, which confessed the free justification through faith in christ, n1 np1 vvg p-acp j-jn n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vvd dt j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 188
2251 yet in this they were deceiued, that they did not consider, how all those that are iustified, are sanctified, yet in this they were deceived, that they did not Consider, how all those that Are justified, Are sanctified, av p-acp d pns32 vbdr vvn, cst pns32 vdd xx vvi, c-crq d d cst vbr vvn, vbr vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 188
2252 how all those that are in christ Iesus, are new creatures, that they are new borne, how all those that Are in Christ Iesus, Are new creatures, that they Are new born, c-crq d d cst vbr p-acp np1 np1, vbr j n2, cst pns32 vbr av-j vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 188
2253 and walke not after the flesh, but after the spirit: and walk not After the Flesh, but After the Spirit: cc vvb xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 188
2254 that the true liuely and iustifying faith doth bring foorth the fruites of righteousnesse in a holie conuersation. that the true lively and justifying faith does bring forth the fruits of righteousness in a holy Conversation. cst dt j j cc vvg n1 vdz vvi av dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 188
2255 Now because this cannot be remooued or separated from the right and liuely faith: Now Because this cannot be removed or separated from the right and lively faith: av c-acp d vmbx vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j-jn cc j n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 188
2256 Saint Iames goeth as it were backward and prooueth, that where this latter, that is to say, the fruites of faith are wanting, there faith is wanting, Saint James Goes as it were backward and proveth, that where this latter, that is to say, the fruits of faith Are wanting, there faith is wanting, n1 np1 vvz p-acp pn31 vbdr j cc vvz, cst c-crq d d, cst vbz pc-acp vvi, dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvg, a-acp n1 vbz vvg, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 189
2257 and so his drift is to shew that all vngodly and carnall professours of Christ, haue but a dead faith, which in no respect is able for to helpe or saue them. and so his drift is to show that all ungodly and carnal professors of christ, have but a dead faith, which in no respect is able for to help or save them. cc av po31 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi cst d j cc j n2 pp-f np1, vhb p-acp dt j n1, r-crq p-acp dx n1 vbz j c-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 189
2258 A second cause why they seeme so much to differ, is herein, that men doe not marke well how they handle, not the selfe same matter, A second cause why they seem so much to differ, is herein, that men do not mark well how they handle, not the self same matter, dt ord n1 c-crq pns32 vvb av av-d pc-acp vvi, vbz av, cst n2 vdb xx vvi av c-crq pns32 vvb, xx dt n1 d n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 189
2259 nor haue not the same drift. For Saint Paul laboureth to prooue, that the true faith doth ioyne vs to Christ, nor have not the same drift. For Saint Paul Laboureth to prove, that the true faith does join us to christ, ccx vhb xx dt d n1. p-acp n1 np1 vvz pc-acp vvi, cst dt j n1 vdz vvi pno12 p-acp np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 189
2260 and thereby saue vs. Saint Iames here beateth vpon this poynt, that the dead faith which is but a bare image of the right faith cannot profite a man, this shall appeare in the wordes of the Text: and thereby save us Saint James Here beats upon this point, that the dead faith which is but a bore image of the right faith cannot profit a man, this shall appear in the words of the Text: cc av vvb pno12 n1 np1 av vvz p-acp d n1, cst dt j n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vmbx vvi dt n1, d vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 189
2261 and also a third cause is, that they doe not take this word iustified in the same sense, and also a third cause is, that they do not take this word justified in the same sense, cc av dt ord n1 vbz, cst pns32 vdb xx vvi d n1 vvn p-acp dt d n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 189
2262 but diuersly, as it shall bee prooued afterward. but diversely, as it shall be proved afterwards. cc-acp av-j, c-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 189
2263 Now will I come vnto the Text. What auaileth it my brethren, though a man (saith hee) hath faith, when he hath no workes, can the faith saue him? This is his proposition, Now will I come unto the Text. What avails it my brothers, though a man (Says he) hath faith, when he hath no works, can the faith save him? This is his proposition, av vmb pns11 vvi p-acp dt np1 q-crq vvz pn31 po11 n2, cs dt n1 (vvz pns31) vhz n1, c-crq pns31 vhz dx n2, vmb dt n1 p-acp pno31? d vbz po31 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 189
2264 and the matter which he will dispute vpon in the whole text following, thus much it is in effect, that it doth not auaile a man to say he hath faith, and the matter which he will dispute upon in the Whole text following, thus much it is in Effect, that it does not avail a man to say he hath faith, cc dt n1 r-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvg, av av-d pn31 vbz p-acp n1, cst pn31 vdz xx vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pns31 vhz n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 189
2265 nor it doth not profit him to boast and bragge, and to make profession thereof, when he hath no good workes, the reason is this, because it cannot saue him: nor it does not profit him to boast and brag, and to make profession thereof, when he hath no good works, the reason is this, Because it cannot save him: ccx pn31 vdz xx vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cc pc-acp vvi n1 av, c-crq pns31 vhz dx j n2, dt n1 vbz d, c-acp pn31 vmbx vvi pno31: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 189
2266 marke and obserue this well, for here at the first enterance, the blindnesse of the Papists, mark and observe this well, for Here At the First Entrance, the blindness of the Papists, n1 cc vvi d av, c-acp av p-acp dt ord n1, dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 189
2267 and their follie, doth manifestlie bewray it selfe, when as they doe not see nor vnderstand, that it is not the purpose of the Apostle in this place, to dispute vpon this point, and their folly, does manifestly bewray it self, when as they do not see nor understand, that it is not the purpose of the Apostle in this place, to dispute upon this point, cc po32 n1, vdz av-j vvi pn31 n1, c-crq c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi ccx vvi, cst pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 189
2268 whether the true faith doth saue & iustifie or not: whither the true faith does save & justify or not: cs dt j n1 vdz vvi cc vvi cc xx: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 190
2269 but to shewe that such as haue not good workes, haue not the true faith in them, but to show that such as have not good works, have not the true faith in them, cc-acp pc-acp vvi cst d c-acp vhb xx j n2, vhb xx dt j n1 p-acp pno32, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 190
2270 and therefore whatsoeuer they professe, they cannot bee saued. For hee doth not propound his matter thus: and Therefore whatsoever they profess, they cannot be saved. For he does not propound his matter thus: cc av r-crq pns32 vvb, pns32 vmbx vbi vvn. p-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi po31 n1 av: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 190
2271 what auaileth it though a man haue faith and haue not workes: what avails it though a man have faith and have not works: r-crq vvz pn31 c-acp dt n1 vhb n1 cc vhb xx n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 190
2272 but, What auaileth it though a man say, hee hath faith, and hath not workes? Whereby it is very manifest, that when Saint Iames doth attibute the name of faith vnto this dead image, hee doth it not in proper, but, What avails it though a man say, he hath faith, and hath not works? Whereby it is very manifest, that when Saint James does attribute the name of faith unto this dead image, he does it not in proper, cc-acp, q-crq vvz pn31 c-acp dt n1 vvb, pns31 vhz n1, cc vhz xx n2? c-crq pn31 vbz av j, cst c-crq n1 np1 vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d j n1, pns31 vdz pn31 xx p-acp j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 190
2273 but in abusine speech, and after the manner of those men which called it saith, but in abusine speech, and After the manner of those men which called it Says, cc-acp p-acp n1 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq vvd pn31 vvz, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 190
2274 when as in very deede it is none, but onely a certaine resemblance and shadowe thereof. when as in very deed it is none, but only a certain resemblance and shadow thereof. c-crq c-acp p-acp j n1 pn31 vbz pix, cc-acp av-j dt j n1 cc n1 av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 190
2275 Thus much for this enterance and state of his disputation: Thus much for this Entrance and state of his disputation: av av-d c-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 190
2276 now follow his reasons by which hee doth prooue, that this kinde of faith cannot auaile or profit a man: now follow his Reasons by which he does prove, that this kind of faith cannot avail or profit a man: av vvb po31 n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vdz vvi, cst d n1 pp-f n1 vmbx vvi cc vvi dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 190
2277 for hee doth prcoue it very strongly and pithelie. for he does prcoue it very strongly and pithily. c-acp pns31 vdz vvi pn31 av av-j cc av-j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 190
2278 The first of them is taken from a comparison or similitude which hee setteth downe thus: The First of them is taken from a comparison or similitude which he sets down thus: dt ord pp-f pno32 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 r-crq pns31 vvz a-acp av: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 190
2279 If a brother or a sister bee naked and destitute of daily foode, and one of you say vnto them, Depart in peace, warme your selues, and sill your bellies: If a brother or a sister be naked and destitute of daily food, and one of you say unto them, Depart in peace, warm your selves, and sill your bellies: cs dt n1 cc dt n1 vbi j cc j pp-f j n1, cc crd pp-f pn22 vvb p-acp pno32, vvb p-acp n1, vvi po22 n2, cc vvi po22 n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 190
2280 notwithstanding ye giue them not those things which are needfull to the booie, what helpeth it? This is the summe of the matter: notwithstanding you give them not those things which Are needful to the booie, what Helpeth it? This is the sum of the matter: c-acp pn22 vvb pno32 xx d n2 r-crq vbr j p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz pn31? d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 190
2281 There commeth vnto you a poore man or a poore woman which lacketh clothes and sustenance; There comes unto you a poor man or a poor woman which lacketh clothes and sustenance; a-acp vvz p-acp pn22 dt j n1 cc dt j n1 r-crq vvz n2 cc n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 190
2282 you giue them gentle and faire words, God helpe ye, God succour ye, and send yee releefe, but yee giue them nothing: you give them gentle and fair words, God help you, God succour you, and send ye relief, but ye give them nothing: pn22 vvb pno32 j cc j n2, np1 vvb pn22, np1 vvb pn22, cc vvb pn22 n1, cc-acp pn22 vvb pno32 pix: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 190
2283 can this helpe the poore man, or the poore woman? Shall they not for all your louing words sterue for cold and dye for hunger, can this help the poor man, or the poor woman? Shall they not for all your loving words starve for cold and die for hunger, vmb d vvi dt j n1, cc dt j n1? vmb pns32 xx p-acp d po22 j-vvg n2 vvi p-acp j-jn cc vvi p-acp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 191
2284 if euery man should serue them so, and giue them no other almes? Why doe ye not see then, that as this almes and liberalitie to the poore, which is but in faire speeches, is colde, and doth not helpe: if every man should serve them so, and give them no other alms? Why do you not see then, that as this alms and liberality to the poor, which is but in fair Speeches, is cold, and does not help: cs d n1 vmd vvi pno32 av, cc vvi pno32 dx j-jn n2? q-crq vdb pn22 xx vvi av, cst p-acp d n2 cc n1 p-acp dt j, r-crq vbz p-acp p-acp j n2, vbz j-jn, cc vdz xx vvi: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 191
2285 so in like manner the faith which is but in words and outward profession of speech, so in like manner the faith which is but in words and outward profession of speech, av p-acp j n1 dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp p-acp n2 cc j n1 pp-f n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 191
2286 although it be with neuer so great bragges, is dead: although it be with never so great brags, is dead: cs pn31 vbb p-acp av av j n2, vbz j: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 191
2287 and then further why doe ye not vnderstand that a thing which is weake and dead in it selfe, can by no meanes haue power to giue life and to saue? But obserue it a little better, thus the comparison standeth: and then further why do you not understand that a thing which is weak and dead in it self, can by no means have power to give life and to save? But observe it a little better, thus the comparison Stands: cc av av-jc c-crq vdb pn22 xx vvi cst dt n1 r-crq vbz j cc j p-acp pn31 n1, vmb p-acp dx n2 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi n1 cc pc-acp vvi? cc-acp vvb pn31 dt j av-jc, av dt n1 vvz: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 191
2288 if that liberalitie which is onely in words bee cold or dead, and doth not profite the poore, if that liberality which is only in words be cold or dead, and does not profit the poor, cs d n1 r-crq vbz av-j p-acp n2 vbi j-jn cc j, cc vdz xx vvi dt j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 191
2289 nor make him a liberall man which vseth it, then it followeth also, that that faith which is onely in speech is dead, nor make him a liberal man which uses it, then it follows also, that that faith which is only in speech is dead, ccx vvi pno31 dt j n1 r-crq vvz pn31, cs pn31 vvz av, cst d n1 r-crq vbz av-j p-acp n1 vbz j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 191
2290 and therefore cannot saue or profite him which hath it: and Therefore cannot save or profit him which hath it: cc av vmbx vvi cc vvi pno31 r-crq vhz pn31: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 191
2291 if words onely could profite or cause it to be faith, why should not words also profit the poore man or woman which is destitute? If words onely can make a faithful man, if words only could profit or cause it to be faith, why should not words also profit the poor man or woman which is destitute? If words only can make a faithful man, cs n2 av-j vmd vvi cc vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi n1, q-crq vmd xx n2 av vvi dt j n1 cc n1 r-crq vbz j? cs n2 av-j vmb vvi dt j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 191
2292 why shuld not words make a liberall man? If for a man to say he hath faith, be of that power to do the greatest things, why should not words make a liberal man? If for a man to say he hath faith, be of that power to do the greatest things, q-crq vmd xx n2 vvi dt j n1? cs p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pns31 vhz n1, vbb pp-f d n1 pc-acp vdi dt js n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 191
2293 as namely to couple vs to Christ, to raise the soule frō death to life, to put the diuell to flight, as namely to couple us to christ, to raise the soul from death to life, to put the Devil to flight, c-acp av pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 191
2294 & to ouercome the world, should it not be able to do ye lesser, that is to say, & to overcome the world, should it not be able to do you lesser, that is to say, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1, vmd pn31 xx vbi j pc-acp vdi pn22 jc, cst vbz pc-acp vvi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 191
2295 so far to preuaile with vs, & to haue such power in vs, as to bring forth good works? Deere brethrē, know that if it be aliue & do the former, it must needs do this: so Far to prevail with us, & to have such power in us, as to bring forth good works? Dear brothers, know that if it be alive & do the former, it must needs do this: av av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, cc pc-acp vhi d n1 p-acp pno12, c-acp pc-acp vvi av j n2? n1 n2, vvb cst cs pn31 vbb j cc vdb dt j, pn31 vmb av vdi d: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 191
2296 if it do not this latter, thē surely it is dead, and can doe nothing to saue vs. This is a most plaine and forcible reason to proue, that the faith of a carnall and worldly Gospeller, is but a dead shew of faith, if it do not this latter, them surely it is dead, and can do nothing to save us This is a most plain and forcible reason to prove, that the faith of a carnal and worldly Gospeler, is but a dead show of faith, cs pn31 vdb xx d d, pno32 av-j pn31 vbz j, cc vmb vdi pix pc-acp vvi pno12 d vbz dt av-ds j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1, vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 192
2297 and therefore he is not iustified nor saued, neither can be iustified nor saued thereby: and Therefore he is not justified nor saved, neither can be justified nor saved thereby: cc av pns31 vbz xx vvn ccx vvn, dx vmb vbi vvn ccx vvn av: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 192
2298 seeing it hath no life in it selfe to worke and to bring foorth fruites, it cannot giue life vnto him: seeing it hath no life in it self to work and to bring forth fruits, it cannot give life unto him: vvg pn31 vhz dx n1 p-acp pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi av n2, pn31 vmbx vvi n1 p-acp pno31: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 192
2299 for how should it bring that which it hath not? To set it foorth more plainly, thus the Apostle addeth: for how should it bring that which it hath not? To Set it forth more plainly, thus the Apostle adds: p-acp q-crq vmd pn31 vvi d r-crq pn31 vhz xx? p-acp vvi pn31 av av-dc av-j, av dt n1 vvz: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 192
2300 but some man might say, thou hast the faith, and I haue workes, shew mee thy faith by thy works, but Some man might say, thou hast the faith, and I have works, show me thy faith by thy works, cc-acp d n1 vmd vvi, pns21 vh2 dt n1, cc pns11 vhb n2, vvb pno11 po21 n1 p-acp po21 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 192
2301 and I will shew thee my faith by my workes. and I will show thee my faith by my works. cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21 po11 n1 p-acp po11 n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 192
2302 He sheweth here, how euerie simple man which is a true Christian may be able to deale against the greatest and most skilfull Doctor that is, to prooue that hee hath no faith if he haue not good works: He shows Here, how every simple man which is a true Christian may be able to deal against the greatest and most skilful Doctor that is, to prove that he hath no faith if he have not good works: pns31 vvz av, c-crq d j n1 r-crq vbz dt j njp vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt js cc av-ds j n1 cst vbz, pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vhz dx n1 cs pns31 vhb xx j n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 192
2303 for when he saith, Some man will say, it is as much, as if he had sayd, any man may say, thou hast faith, that is, thou makest thy boast that thou hast faith, shewe it by thy workes: for when he Says, some man will say, it is as much, as if he had said, any man may say, thou hast faith, that is, thou Makest thy boast that thou hast faith, show it by thy works: c-acp c-crq pns31 vvz, d n1 vmb vvi, pn31 vbz p-acp av-d, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, d n1 vmb vvi, pns21 vh2 n1, cst vbz, pns21 vv2 po21 n1 cst pns21 vh2 n1, vvb pn31 p-acp po21 n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 192
2304 because faith is an holy thing, wrought by Gods spirite, and a liuely and mightie thing, Because faith is an holy thing, wrought by God's Spirit, and a lively and mighty thing, c-acp n1 vbz dt j n1, vvn p-acp npg1 n1, cc dt j cc j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 192
2305 therefore it cannot be without holy and good actions. Therefore it cannot be without holy and good actions. av pn31 vmbx vbi p-acp j cc j n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 192
2306 For as a man is knowne to bee dead, when he doth not breathe, cannot stirre, see, heare, and such like; For as a man is known to be dead, when he does not breathe, cannot stir, see, hear, and such like; p-acp p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi j, c-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi, vmbx vvi, vvb, vvb, cc d av-j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 192
2307 and contrariwise, when hee doth any of these, he is knowne to bee aliue: and contrariwise, when he does any of these, he is known to be alive: cc av, c-crq pns31 vdz d pp-f d, pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi j: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 192
2308 euen so is it with faith, if it can or do bring foorth no good works, then is it dead: even so is it with faith, if it can or do bring forth no good works, then is it dead: av av vbz pn31 p-acp n1, cs pn31 vmb cc vdb vvi av dx j n2, av vbz pn31 j: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 192
2309 on the contrary part, the actions and stirring thereof, doe shew it to be aliue. on the contrary part, the actions and stirring thereof, do show it to be alive. p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt n2 cc vvg av, vdb vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 192
2310 This is a strong place against all those which doe not onely vaunt themselues of a vaine and dead beleefe, This is a strong place against all those which do not only vaunt themselves of a vain and dead belief, d vbz dt j n1 p-acp d d r-crq vdb xx av-j vvi px32 pp-f dt j cc j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 193
2311 but also would leaue no mark to know who are of God and who are of the diuell: but also would leave no mark to know who Are of God and who Are of the Devil: cc-acp av vmd vvi dx n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq vbr pp-f np1 cc q-crq vbr pp-f dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 193
2312 Let a man take them tardie in any foule vice, wherein they wallow, and say vnto them, ye are out of the way, ye haue not the true beleefe in God, ye are couetous, ye are a worldling, ye are a drunkard, Let a man take them tardy in any foul vice, wherein they wallow, and say unto them, you Are out of the Way, you have not the true belief in God, you Are covetous, you Are a worldling, you Are a drunkard, vvb dt n1 vvb pno32 j p-acp d j n1, c-crq pns32 vvb, cc vvb p-acp pno32, pn22 vbr av pp-f dt n1, pn22 vhb xx dt j n1 p-acp np1, pn22 vbr j, pn22 vbr dt n1, pn22 vbr dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 193
2313 and an adulterer, or such like, their answere is readie: and an adulterer, or such like, their answer is ready: cc dt n1, cc d av-j, po32 n1 vbz j: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 193
2314 Who made you able to iudge? can you tell how I beleeue? will you take vpon you to see what is in my heart? whatsoeuer you say, I haue as good a beleefe as your selfe. Who made you able to judge? can you tell how I believe? will you take upon you to see what is in my heart? whatsoever you say, I have as good a belief as your self. r-crq vvd pn22 j pc-acp vvi? vmb pn22 vvi c-crq pns11 vvb? vmb pn22 vvi p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz p-acp po11 n1? r-crq pn22 vvb, pns11 vhb p-acp j dt n1 p-acp po22 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 193
2315 Marke well now I pray ye, for here ye may learne how to answere such sellowes: Mark well now I pray you, for Here you may Learn how to answer such sellowes: n1 av av pns11 vvb pn22, c-acp av pn22 vmb vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi d n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 193
2316 say thus vnto them, Faith indeed of it selfe is a secret thing in the heart, say thus unto them, Faith indeed of it self is a secret thing in the heart, vvb av p-acp pno32, n1 av pp-f pn31 n1 vbz dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 193
2317 but yet because it can no more be without good deedes, then fire can be without heat; but yet Because it can no more be without good Deeds, then fire can be without heat; cc-acp av c-acp pn31 vmb av-dx av-dc vbi p-acp j n2, cs n1 vmb vbi p-acp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 193
2318 the Lord doth bid vs by his Apostle to say vnto you, shewe mee your faith by your workes, the Lord does bid us by his Apostle to say unto you, show me your faith by your works, dt n1 vdz vvi pno12 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, vvb pno11 po22 n1 p-acp po22 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 193
2319 and when your tongue is foule and your deedes are wicked, most certain it is that the heart is vncleane, and when your tongue is foul and your Deeds Are wicked, most certain it is that the heart is unclean, cc c-crq po22 n1 vbz j cc po22 n2 vbr j, av-ds j pn31 vbz d dt n1 vbz j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 193
2320 & there is no right faith: & there is no right faith: cc pc-acp vbz dx j-jn n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 193
2321 for that doth purge the heart, as S. Peter saith, Act. 15. Looke but vpon mens words and outward brags of their beleefe, for that does purge the heart, as S. Peter Says, Act. 15. Look but upon men's words and outward brags of their belief, c-acp cst vdz vvi dt n1, c-acp n1 np1 vvz, n1 crd vvb p-acp p-acp ng2 n2 cc j n2 pp-f po32 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 193
2322 and ye would thinke there were such plentie of faith, that there could be almost no more, euery man doth so strongly beleeue in Christ. and you would think there were such plenty of faith, that there could be almost no more, every man does so strongly believe in christ. cc pn22 vmd vvi a-acp vbdr d n1 pp-f n1, cst a-acp vmd vbi av av-dx av-dc, d n1 vdz av av-j vvi p-acp np1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 193
2323 But come to this touchstone and triall which is here giuen vs, shew thy faith by thy workes, and it shall by and by carrie vs so farre on the other side, But come to this touchstone and trial which is Here given us, show thy faith by thy works, and it shall by and by carry us so Far on the other side, p-acp vvi p-acp d n1 cc n1 r-crq vbz av vvn pno12, vvb po21 n1 p-acp po21 n2, cc pn31 vmb p-acp cc p-acp vvi pno12 av av-j p-acp dt j-jn n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 193
2324 when wee see such flouds of all horrible and beastly sinnes, that it will cause vs to thinke vpon this saying: when we see such floods of all horrible and beastly Sins, that it will cause us to think upon this saying: c-crq pns12 vvb d n2 pp-f d j cc j n2, cst pn31 vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n-vvg: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 193
2325 When the sonne of man commeth, shall he finde faith vpon the earth? For if this be true, When the son of man comes, shall he find faith upon the earth? For if this be true, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz, vmb pns31 vvi n1 p-acp dt n1? p-acp cs d vbb j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 194
2326 as it is most true, because God himselfe hath set it downe: as it is most true, Because God himself hath Set it down: c-acp pn31 vbz av-ds j, c-acp np1 px31 vhz vvn pn31 a-acp: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 194
2327 that the faith which is without good workes is dead, and those are Infidels, which like bruit beasts care not but for the things of this world, that the faith which is without good works is dead, and those Are Infidels, which like bruit beasts care not but for the things of this world, cst dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp j n2 vbz j, cc d vbr n2, r-crq j n1 n2 vvb xx cc-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 194
2328 and make no conscience of committing all kinde of euill workes? Doe ye suppose that if the sonne of man should now come, that he should finde any great store of faith? Alas, and make no conscience of committing all kind of evil works? Do you suppose that if the son of man should now come, that he should find any great store of faith? Alas, cc vvb dx n1 pp-f vvg d n1 pp-f j-jn n2? vdb pn22 vvi cst cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd av vvi, cst pns31 vmd vvi d j n1 pp-f n1? np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 194
2329 alas, how many are the sinfull deedes of the most men, which shew that they haue no faith? How few are the good workes, alas, how many Are the sinful Deeds of the most men, which show that they have no faith? How few Are the good works, uh, c-crq d vbr dt j n2 pp-f dt av-ds n2, r-crq vvb cst pns32 vhb dx n1? c-crq d vbr dt j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 194
2330 and how weake euen in the small remnant of the godlie, which doth declare how poore and slender their faith is? But wee must yet proceede further in this matter, and how weak even in the small remnant of the godly, which does declare how poor and slender their faith is? But we must yet proceed further in this matter, cc c-crq j av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j, r-crq vdz vvi c-crq j cc j po32 n1 vbz? cc-acp pns12 vmb av vvi av-jc p-acp d n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 194
2331 and as it were strike it a little deeper. and as it were strike it a little Deeper. cc c-acp pn31 vbdr vvi pn31 dt j jc-jn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 194
2332 As men are wilie to deceiue themselues, so they will here yet finde a hole to creepe out at, As men Are wily to deceive themselves, so they will Here yet find a hold to creep out At, p-acp n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi px32, av pns32 vmb av av vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 194
2333 although they bee neuer so wicked: for thus they will say. It is true, Gods worde saith, that faith is shewed foorth by good workes: although they be never so wicked: for thus they will say. It is true, God's word Says, that faith is showed forth by good works: cs pns32 vbb av-x av j: c-acp av pns32 vmb vvi. pn31 vbz j, npg1 n1 vvz, cst n1 vbz vvn av p-acp j n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 194
2334 well, I thanke GOD, though I haue many vices in mee, and am full of infirmities, well, I thank GOD, though I have many vices in me, and am full of infirmities, av, pns11 vvb np1, cs pns11 vhb d n2 p-acp pno11, cc vbm j pp-f n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 194
2335 yet I am not altogether without good workes: I am not so gracelesse, but at some times I remember GOD by prayer: yet I am not altogether without good works: I am not so graceless, but At Some times I Remember GOD by prayer: av pns11 vbm xx av p-acp j n2: pns11 vbm xx av j, cc-acp p-acp d n2 pns11 vvb np1 p-acp n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 194
2336 I doe according to my abilitie giue to the poore: I am readie to pleasure my friend: I do according to my ability give to the poor: I am ready to pleasure my friend: pns11 vdb vvg p-acp po11 n1 vvi p-acp dt j: pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi po11 n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 194
2337 doe not these things sufficiently shewe that I haue faith? Dearely beloued, take heede, do not these things sufficiently show that I have faith? Dearly Beloved, take heed, vdb xx d n2 av-j vvi cst pns11 vhb n1? av-jn vvn, vvb n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 194
2338 for here you may soone bee deceiued, it is not the meaning of the Apostle when hee saith, shew me thy faith by thy workes, that a fewe scattered scrappes of good deedes among great heapes of sinfull workes, for Here you may soon be deceived, it is not the meaning of the Apostle when he Says, show me thy faith by thy works, that a few scattered scraps of good Deeds among great heaps of sinful works, c-acp av pn22 vmb av vbi vvn, pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz, vvb pno11 po21 n1 p-acp po21 n2, cst dt d vvd n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp j n2 pp-f j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 195
2339 and as it were a fewe grains of corne in a great heap of chaffe, shuld be a true witnesse of the same. and as it were a few grains of corn in a great heap of chaff, should be a true witness of the same. cc c-acp pn31 vbdr dt d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, vmd vbi dt j n1 pp-f dt d. (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 195
2340 For it must be shewed both in forsaking and renouncing all euill waies, and also in following after all goodnesse: For it must be showed both in forsaking and renouncing all evil ways, and also in following After all Goodness: p-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn av-d p-acp vvg cc vvg d j-jn n2, cc av p-acp vvg p-acp d n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 195
2341 for it is without all controuersie, that those which seeme to bee good workes before men, are not so before GOD, in the man which is giuen ouer to commit sinne: for it is without all controversy, that those which seem to be good works before men, Are not so before GOD, in the man which is given over to commit sin: c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp d n1, cst d r-crq vvb pc-acp vbi j n2 p-acp n2, vbr xx av p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 195
2342 can that which is good come out of the same heart, in which vngodlinesse raigneth? Either make the tree good (saith Christ) and the fruite good, can that which is good come out of the same heart, in which ungodliness Reigneth? Either make the tree good (Says christ) and the fruit good, vmb d r-crq vbz j vvn av pp-f dt d n1, p-acp r-crq n1 vvz? av-d vvb dt n1 j (vvz np1) cc dt n1 j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 195
2343 or els make the tree euill, and the fruit euill: or Else make the tree evil, and the fruit evil: cc av vvb dt n1 j-jn, cc dt n1 j-jn: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 195
2344 A good tree cannot bring foorth euill fruite, neither can an euill tree bring foorth good fruite. A good tree cannot bring forth evil fruit, neither can an evil tree bring forth good fruit. dt j n1 vmbx vvi av j-jn n1, av-d vmb dt j-jn n1 vvi av j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 195
2345 Can the same tree bring forth both good fruit & euill fruite? Doth a fountaine at the same place (saith S. Iames) send foorth both sweete and bitter water? Be not deceiued (saith Saint Iohn) he that worketh righteousnesse is righteous, he that committeth sinne is of the diuell. Can the same tree bring forth both good fruit & evil fruit? Does a fountain At the same place (Says S. James) send forth both sweet and bitter water? Be not deceived (Says Saint John) he that works righteousness is righteous, he that Committeth sin is of the Devil. vmb dt d n1 vvi av d j n1 cc j-jn n1? vdz dt n1 p-acp dt d n1 (vvz np1 np1) vvb av d j cc j n1? vbb xx vvn (vvz np1 np1) pns31 cst vvz n1 vbz j, pns31 cst vvz n1 vbz pp-f dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 195
2346 Some man will say, doth not the most godly man that liueth commit sinne, and doeth not the good and the bad come together from him? The godly are loden with the corruptions of the flesh, some man will say, does not the most godly man that lives commit sin, and doth not the good and the bad come together from him? The godly Are laden with the corruptions of the Flesh, d n1 vmb vvi, vdz xx dt av-ds j n1 cst vvz vvi n1, cc vdz xx dt j cc dt j vvn av p-acp pno31? dt j vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 195
2347 but yet they doe not commit sinne, that is to say, they are not giuen ouer, but yet they do not commit sin, that is to say, they Are not given over, cc-acp av pns32 vdb xx vvi n1, cst vbz pc-acp vvi, pns32 vbr xx vvn a-acp, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 195
2348 as vngodly men are, to the obedience of sinne: as ungodly men Are, to the Obedience of sin: c-acp j n2 vbr, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 195
2349 they are spotted with imperfections, but they doe not take pleasure therein as the wicked doe: they Are spotted with imperfections, but they do not take pleasure therein as the wicked doe: pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n2, cc-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi n1 av p-acp dt j n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 195
2350 although they feele a lumpishnesse in them vnto good workes, yet their whole race is applied vnto good workes: although they feel a lumpishness in them unto good works, yet their Whole raze is applied unto good works: cs pns32 vvb dt n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp j n2, av po32 j-jn n1 vbz vvn p-acp j n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 196
2351 they would very faine obey their God on both sides, that is to say, in forsaking all that is euill, they would very feign obey their God on both sides, that is to say, in forsaking all that is evil, pns32 vmd av av-j vvi po32 n1 p-acp d n2, cst vbz pc-acp vvi, p-acp vvg d cst vbz j-jn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 196
2352 and doing all that which he commandeth them. and doing all that which he commands them. cc vdg d cst r-crq pns31 vvz pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 196
2353 Contrariwise, the fleshly Infidell doeth with all his heart giue vp himselfe in the whole race of his life to that which is filthie; Contrariwise, the fleshly Infidel doth with all his heart give up himself in the Whole raze of his life to that which is filthy; av, dt j n1 vdz p-acp d po31 n1 vvi a-acp px31 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 196
2354 if hee doe any thing which is good, it is but in shew, being not done sincerely, if he do any thing which is good, it is but in show, being not done sincerely, cs pns31 vdb d n1 r-crq vbz j, pn31 vbz p-acp p-acp n1, vbg xx vdn av-j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 196
2355 nor comming from a good roote: but of selfe-loue, vaine glorie, or such like; hee doth not any thing for the Lords sake, but for his owne. nor coming from a good root: but of Self-love, vain glory, or such like; he does not any thing for the lords sake, but for his own. ccx vvg p-acp dt j n1: cc-acp pp-f n1, j n1, cc d av-j; pns31 vdz xx d n1 p-acp dt n2 n1, cc-acp p-acp po31 d. (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 196
2356 For loue him, and ye shall finde him readie to doe you good: cease that, and his goodnesse doth dye. For love him, and you shall find him ready to do you good: cease that, and his Goodness does die. p-acp n1 pno31, cc pn22 vmb vvi pno31 j pc-acp vdi pn22 j: vvb cst, cc po31 n1 vdz vvi. (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 196
2357 Praise him, hee will praise you againe, discommend him, although hee deserue it neuer so much, ye shall not come in his bookes, be ye neuer so good. Praise him, he will praise you again, discommend him, although he deserve it never so much, you shall not come in his books, be you never so good. n1 pno31, pns31 vmb vvi pn22 av, vvb pno31, cs pns31 vvb pn31 av-x av av-d, pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp po31 n2, vbb pn22 av-x av j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 196
2358 Forget not this then I pray yee good brethren, when God hath set down so plain a rule to trie our selues by, Forget not this then I pray ye good brothers, when God hath Set down so plain a Rule to try our selves by, vvb xx d av pns11 vvb pn22 j n2, c-crq np1 vhz vvn a-acp av j dt n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp, (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 196
2359 whether we be faithfull or Infidels. whither we be faithful or Infidels. cs pns12 vbb j cc n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 196
2360 If wee finde our selues full of good workes, and our heart doth beare vs witnesse that we doe them euen for loue towards God: If we find our selves full of good works, and our heart does bear us witness that we do them even for love towards God: cs pns12 vvb po12 n2 j pp-f j n2, cc po12 n1 vdz vvi pno12 vvi cst pns12 vdb pno32 av p-acp n1 p-acp np1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 196
2361 well are we, this doth declare our faith. well Are we, this does declare our faith. av vbr pns12, d vdz vvi po12 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 196
2362 But if our euil deeds abound, and our heart bee vncleane, it is time to looke about vs, wee are in a most miserable case. But if our evil Deeds abound, and our heart be unclean, it is time to look about us, we Are in a most miserable case. p-acp cs po12 j-jn n2 vvb, cc po12 n1 vbi j, pn31 vbz n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, pns12 vbr p-acp dt av-ds j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 196
2363 I wish of GOD, that wee might often thinke vpon this, and be careful to shew our faith to the world, by our good and pure life. I wish of GOD, that we might often think upon this, and be careful to show our faith to the world, by our good and pure life. pns11 vvb pp-f np1, cst pns12 vmd av vvi p-acp d, cc vbi j pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp po12 j cc j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 196
2364 Be not afraid to applie this to our selues, and also to deale against the vngodly with it. Be not afraid to apply this to our selves, and also to deal against the ungodly with it. vbb xx j pc-acp vvi d p-acp po12 n2, cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j p-acp pn31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 196
2365 For in this dissolute age, wherein iniquitie hath almost gotten the vpper hand, it is most necessarie that we vse this instrument which God hath put in our hands. For in this dissolute age, wherein iniquity hath almost got the upper hand, it is most necessary that we use this Instrument which God hath put in our hands. p-acp p-acp d j n1, c-crq n1 vhz av vvn dt jc n1, pn31 vbz av-ds j cst pns12 vvb d n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp po12 n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 197
2366 Thou saist thou beleeuest, shew thy faith by thy workes. Now followeth another reason. Thou beleeuest there is one God: thou doest well: Thou Sayest thou Believest, show thy faith by thy works. Now follows Another reason. Thou Believest there is one God: thou dost well: pns21 vv2 pns21 vv2, vvb po21 n1 p-acp po21 n2. av vvz j-jn n1. pns21 vv2 pc-acp vbz crd np1: pns21 vd2 vvi: (13) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 197
2367 the diuels also beleeue and tremble. the Devils also believe and tremble. dt n2 av vvi cc vvi. (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 197
2368 Way this argument well, & ye shall plainly perceiue, that it doth nothing at all helpe a man to say he hath faith, Way this argument well, & you shall plainly perceive, that it does nothing At all help a man to say he hath faith, n1 d n1 av, cc pn22 vmb av-j vvi, cst pn31 vdz pix p-acp d n1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi pns31 vhz n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 197
2369 when he hath no good deedes: if this kinde of faith could saue him, then should the diuels be saued also, when he hath no good Deeds: if this kind of faith could save him, then should the Devils be saved also, c-crq pns31 vhz dx j n2: cs d n1 pp-f n1 vmd vvi pno31, av vmd dt n2 vbb vvn av, (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 197
2370 because they haue the same beleefe: Because they have the same belief: c-acp pns32 vhb dt d n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 197
2371 but because it is most certaine, that the diuels shall not thereby bee saued, therefore it is also as manifest, that those men who haue no other beleefe, but Because it is most certain, that the Devils shall not thereby be saved, Therefore it is also as manifest, that those men who have no other belief, cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbz av-ds j, cst dt n2 vmb xx av vbi vvn, av pn31 vbz av p-acp j, cst d n2 r-crq vhb dx j-jn n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 197
2372 but that which they haue, cannot bee saued. Let vs see then how farre the faith of Diuels doth goe. but that which they have, cannot be saved. Let us see then how Far the faith of Devils does go. cc-acp cst r-crq pns32 vhb, vmbx vbi vvn. vvb pno12 vvi av c-crq av-j dt n1 pp-f n2 vdz vvi. (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 197
2373 Thou beleeuest (saith he) that there is one God, or that God is one, and so thou thinkest this a great matter, not to beleeue as the vaine Gentiles, which did thinke there were diuers gods, Thou Believest (Says he) that there is one God, or that God is one, and so thou Thinkest this a great matter, not to believe as the vain Gentiles, which did think there were diverse God's, pns21 vv2 (vvz pns31) d pc-acp vbz crd np1, cc cst np1 vbz pi, cc av pns21 vv2 d dt j n1, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n2-j, r-crq vdd vvi a-acp vbdr j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 197
2374 and indeede for so farre thou doest well: and indeed for so Far thou dost well: cc av c-acp av av-j pns21 vd2 vvi: (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 197
2375 but yet marke what a great matter thou hast attained, the Diuels doe beleeue the same, but yet mark what a great matter thou hast attained, the Devils do believe the same, cc-acp av vvb r-crq dt j n1 pns21 vh2 vvn, dt n2 vdb vvi dt d, (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 197
2376 and yet haue thereby no benefite or reconciliation with GOD, for they tremble when they remember the terrible iudgement seate and the euerlasting fire which is prepared for them. and yet have thereby no benefit or reconciliation with GOD, for they tremble when they Remember the terrible judgement seat and the everlasting fire which is prepared for them. cc av vhb av dx n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, c-acp pns32 vvb c-crq pns32 vvb dt j n1 n1 cc dt j n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 197
2377 This faith of the diuels is not to be restrained to some one poynt, but stretcheth vnto the whole doctrine of Faith. This faith of the Devils is not to be restrained to Some one point, but Stretcheth unto the Whole Doctrine of Faith. d n1 pp-f dt n2 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d crd n1, cc-acp vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 197
2378 They doe stedfastly beleeue and know that Iesus Christ dyed for the sinnes of the world: They do steadfastly believe and know that Iesus christ died for the Sins of the world: pns32 vdb av-j vvi cc vvb cst np1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 197
2379 this is a sure reason that they know the doctrine of GOD, when they seeke to deface and ouerthrow it by contrary errors. this is a sure reason that they know the Doctrine of GOD, when they seek to deface and overthrow it by contrary errors. d vbz dt j n1 cst pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31 p-acp j-jn n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 198
2380 When a man therefore is of a sound iudgement in the Scriptures for matters of faith, When a man Therefore is of a found judgement in the Scriptures for matters of faith, c-crq dt n1 av vbz pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 198
2381 and is able to confirme euerie poynt, and to ouerthrow the contrarie errours: and is able to confirm every point, and to overthrow the contrary errors: cc vbz j pc-acp vvi d n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 198
2382 though many will say, hee is a sound man, and hee taketh himselfe to bee as great a Gospeller as any other, though many will say, he is a found man, and he Takes himself to be as great a Gospeler as any other, cs d vmb vvi, pns31 vbz dt j n1, cc pns31 vvz px31 pc-acp vbi a-acp j dt n1 c-acp d n-jn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 198
2383 yet if hee haue no workes, if his faith bee not a liuely regenerating saith, hee may esteeme of himselfe what he will, yet if he have no works, if his faith be not a lively regenerating Says, he may esteem of himself what he will, av cs pns31 vhb dx n2, cs po31 n1 vbb xx dt j vvg vvz, pns31 vmb vvi pp-f px31 r-crq pns31 vmb, (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 198
2384 but the Lord telleth vs that hee is no more forwarde then the diuels, they are as founde in the knowledge of trueth as he. but the Lord Telleth us that he is no more forward then the Devils, they Are as found in the knowledge of truth as he. cc-acp dt n1 vvz pno12 cst pns31 vbz av-dx av-dc av-j cs dt n2, pns32 vbr a-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp pns31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 198
2385 And if this common and generall faith would serue, they should bee saued as well as hee. And if this Common and general faith would serve, they should be saved as well as he. cc cs d j cc j n1 vmd vvi, pns32 vmd vbi vvn a-acp av c-acp pns31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 198
2386 But it may bee here obiected, that there is great difference betweene the faith of Diuels, But it may be Here objected, that there is great difference between the faith of Devils, p-acp pn31 vmb vbi av vvn, cst pc-acp vbz j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 198
2387 and the faith of those men which beleeue, and yet haue no fruites of godlinesse in them. and the faith of those men which believe, and yet have no fruits of godliness in them. cc dt n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq vvb, cc av vhb dx n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 198
2388 The Diuels indeede doe beleeue all matters of faith to bee true, but they doe not nor can not beleeue, that they pertaine any thing at all to them, they haue no hope of mercie: The Devils indeed do believe all matters of faith to be true, but they do not nor can not believe, that they pertain any thing At all to them, they have no hope of mercy: dt n2 av vdb vvi d n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi j, cc-acp pns32 vdb xx ccx vmb xx vvi, cst pns32 vvi d n1 p-acp d p-acp pno32, pns32 vhb dx n1 pp-f n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 198
2389 but men although they bee very sinfull, yet they are in hope that they shall bee saued. but men although they be very sinful, yet they Are in hope that they shall be saved. cc-acp n2 cs pns32 vbb av j, av pns32 vbr p-acp n1 cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 198
2390 Heere is a great difference therfore, & the faith of such men goeth far beyond the faith of Diuels. Here is a great difference Therefore, & the faith of such men Goes Far beyond the faith of Devils. av vbz dt j n1 av, cc dt n1 pp-f d n2 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 198
2391 The Lord giue vs eyes to see, and hearts to vnderstand, for I will shew that the difference is, That the faith of the Diuels is more perfect: The Lord give us eyes to see, and hearts to understand, for I will show that the difference is, That the faith of the Devils is more perfect: dt n1 vvb pno12 n2 pc-acp vvi, cc n2 pc-acp vvi, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi d dt n1 vbz, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vbz av-dc j: (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 198
2392 For what is the cause that the Diuels haue no hope, and the wicked men thinke they haue hope? Is it because they haue lesse faith? Nay, it is because they are more wise, For what is the cause that the Devils have no hope, and the wicked men think they have hope? Is it Because they have less faith? Nay, it is Because they Are more wise, c-acp r-crq vbz dt n1 cst dt n2 vhb dx n1, cc dt j n2 vvb pns32 vhb n1? vbz pn31 c-acp pns32 vhb dc n1? uh-x, pn31 vbz c-acp pns32 vbr av-dc j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 198
2393 and because they giue credite to that which GOD hath threatned against them. and Because they give credit to that which GOD hath threatened against them. cc c-acp pns32 vvb n1 p-acp d r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 199
2394 They beleeue that hee will powre out his wrath vpon them because hee hath sayd it: They believe that he will pour out his wrath upon them Because he hath said it: pns32 vvb cst pns31 vmb vvi av po31 n1 p-acp pno32 c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pn31: (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 199
2395 but the wicked men they are more foolish, and where GOD hath pronounced against them for their sinnes eternall fire, they doe not beleeue him, but the wicked men they Are more foolish, and where GOD hath pronounced against them for their Sins Eternal fire, they do not believe him, cc-acp dt j n2 pns32 vbr av-dc j, cc c-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n2 j n1, pns32 vdb xx vvi pno31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 199
2396 and so indeede their faith commeth short of the faith of Diuels: and so indeed their faith comes short of the faith of Devils: cc av av po32 n1 vvz j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 199
2397 they should beleeue the Lord when hee telleth them that all those which doe not turne from their vngodlinesse, they should believe the Lord when he Telleth them that all those which do not turn from their ungodliness, pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 cst d d r-crq vdb xx vvi p-acp po32 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 199
2398 when hee calleth them to repentance, shall bee cast into Hell. when he calls them to Repentance, shall be cast into Hell. c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 199
2399 But they blind themselues, and will seeme to beleeue quite contrarie vnto that which GOD affirmeth: But they blind themselves, and will seem to believe quite contrary unto that which GOD Affirmeth: p-acp pns32 vvb px32, cc vmb vvi pc-acp vvi av j-jn p-acp d r-crq np1 vvz: (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 199
2400 this is not to shut the doore to repentance, but to mooue men to seeke for it, while GOD doth offer himselfe: this is not to shut the door to Repentance, but to move men to seek for it, while GOD does offer himself: d vbz xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cs np1 vdz vvi px31: (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 199
2401 for they shall not bee able when they will. It is GOD which must beget vs to himselfe, and giue vs the newe birth, for they shall not be able when they will. It is GOD which must beget us to himself, and give us the new birth, c-acp pns32 vmb xx vbi j c-crq pns32 vmb. pn31 vbz np1 q-crq vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp px31, cc vvb pno12 dt j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 199
2402 and sanctifie vs by his spirite, to bring foorth the true fruites of faith, and not to haue such a dead beleefe which doeth chaunge vs, no more then the faith which the Diuelles haue, doth chaunge them. and sanctify us by his Spirit, to bring forth the true fruits of faith, and not to have such a dead belief which doth change us, no more then the faith which the Diuelles have, does change them. cc vvb pno12 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi av dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc xx pc-acp vhi d dt j n1 r-crq vdz vvi pno12, av-dx av-dc cs dt n1 r-crq dt fw-la n1, vdz vvi pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 199
2403 For there bee verie manie at this day, who being stuffed as full of wickednesse as euer they can hold, For there be very many At this day, who being stuffed as full of wickedness as ever they can hold, p-acp pc-acp vbi av d p-acp d n1, r-crq vbg vvn p-acp j pp-f n1 c-acp av pns32 vmb vvi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 199
2404 and their words and deedes doe plainly shew that they are no more changed then diuels, which will so brag of their faith, and their words and Deeds do plainly show that they Are no more changed then Devils, which will so brag of their faith, cc po32 n2 cc n2 vdb av-j vvi cst pns32 vbr av-dx av-dc vvn cs n2, r-crq vmb av vvi pp-f po32 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 199
2405 and the strength thereof, that if there should be but tenne in the whole Countrie saued, they hope to be of them: and the strength thereof, that if there should be but tenne in the Whole Country saved, they hope to be of them: cc dt n1 av, cst cs a-acp vmd vbi p-acp crd p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvd, pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi pp-f pno32: (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 199
2406 they neuer vnderstood the doctrine which ye Lord teacheth in this place: they never understood the Doctrine which you Lord Teaches in this place: pns32 av-x vvd dt n1 r-crq pn22 n1 vvz p-acp d n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 199
2407 God giue vs vnderstanding that we be not seduced, but that wee may seeke at the hands of Christ, to giue vs a faith which may differ from that which the diuels haue. God give us understanding that we be not seduced, but that we may seek At the hands of christ, to give us a faith which may differ from that which the Devils have. np1 vvb pno12 n1 cst pns12 vbb xx vvn, cc-acp cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi pno12 dt n1 r-crq vmb vvi p-acp d r-crq dt n2 vhb. (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 200
2408 Here also shall appeare the ignorance of the Papists: Here also shall appear the ignorance of the Papists: av av vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt njp2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 200
2409 They would beare men in hand, that Saint Iames doth speak of the same faith, which Saint Paul doth, They would bear men in hand, that Saint James does speak of the same faith, which Saint Paul does, pns32 vmd vvi n2 p-acp n1, cst n1 np1 vdz vvi pp-f dt d n1, r-crq n1 np1 vdz, (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 200
2410 and that he plainly affirmeth it doth not alone iustifie. and that he plainly Affirmeth it does not alone justify. cc cst pns31 av-j vvz pn31 vdz xx av-j vvi. (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 200
2411 But see here as he said before, What auaileth it if a man say he hath faith and hath no workes, can that faith which is but in words, But see Here as he said before, What avails it if a man say he hath faith and hath no works, can that faith which is but in words, cc-acp vvb av c-acp pns31 vvd a-acp, q-crq vvz pn31 cs dt n1 vvb pns31 vhz n1 cc vhz dx n2, vmb d n1 r-crq vbz p-acp p-acp n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 200
2412 or the dead faith saue him? So now hee telleth more plainly, what faith it is which he speaketh of, which cannot helpe a man, or the dead faith save him? So now he Telleth more plainly, what faith it is which he speaks of, which cannot help a man, cc dt j n1 p-acp pno31? av av pns31 vvz av-dc av-j, r-crq n1 pn31 vbz r-crq pns31 vvz pp-f, r-crq vmbx vvi dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 200
2413 euen that which the diuell hath. even that which the Devil hath. av cst r-crq dt n1 vhz. (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 200
2414 Is not that beleefe which S. Paul saith doth iustifie, wrought by the holie Ghost? Shall we bee so blasphemous as to say the Diuels are partakers of him? You may well perceiue therefore that Saint Iames doeth speake nothing against that which Saint Paul hath prooued, Is not that belief which S. Paul Says does justify, wrought by the holy Ghost? Shall we be so blasphemous as to say the Devils Are partakers of him? You may well perceive Therefore that Saint James doth speak nothing against that which Saint Paul hath proved, vbz xx d n1 r-crq n1 np1 vvz vdz vvi, vvn p-acp dt j n1? vmb pns12 vbi av j c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2 vbr n2 pp-f pno31? pn22 vmb av vvi av d n1 np1 vdz vvi pix p-acp d r-crq n1 np1 vhz vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 200
2415 how Christ alone is our righteousnesse, whom wee take holde of onelie by Faith: for hee doeth but shewe that the dead picture of Faith doeth not saue. how christ alone is our righteousness, whom we take hold of only by Faith: for he doth but show that the dead picture of Faith doth not save. c-crq np1 av-j vbz po12 n1, ro-crq pns12 vvb n1 pp-f av-j p-acp n1: c-acp pns31 vdz p-acp vvi cst dt j n1 pp-f n1 vdz xx vvi. (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 200
2416 Remember well then what Faith is here spoken of, and the controuersie is soone decided. remember well then what Faith is Here spoken of, and the controversy is soon decided. np1 av av q-crq n1 vbz av vvn pp-f, cc dt n1 vbz av vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 200
2417 The Apostle now proceedeth to his last reason, which because it is wonderfull strong, he vseth as it were a certaine Preface vnto it, The Apostle now Proceedeth to his last reason, which Because it is wonderful strong, he uses as it were a certain Preface unto it, dt n1 av vvz p-acp po31 ord n1, r-crq c-acp pn31 vbz j j, pns31 vvz c-acp pn31 vbdr dt j n1 p-acp pn31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 200
2418 least we should passe lightly ouer it, without due consideration. lest we should pass lightly over it, without due consideration. cs pns12 vmd vvi av-j p-acp pn31, p-acp j-jn n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 200
2419 But wilt thou vnderstand (saith hee) O thou vaine man, that the faith which is without works is dead? See how vehemently hee thundereth here against the carnall professour, calling him a vaine man, But wilt thou understand (Says he) Oh thou vain man, that the faith which is without works is dead? See how vehemently he Thundereth Here against the carnal professor, calling him a vain man, cc-acp vm2 pns21 vvi (vvz pns31) uh pns21 j n1, cst dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n2 vbz j? vvb c-crq av-j pns31 vvz av p-acp dt j n1, vvg pno31 dt j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 201
2420 likewise wilt thou vnderstand, can not those former reasons satisfie thee, are they not strong enough to perswade thee, likewise wilt thou understand, can not those former Reasons satisfy thee, Are they not strong enough to persuade thee, av vm2 pns21 vvi, vmb xx d j n2 vvi pno21, vbr pns32 xx j av-d pc-acp vvi pno21, (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 201
2421 or plaine enough to teach thee? I will let thee see such a reason, that neither thou norall the world, shall be able for to gainsay, it is so strong and so manifest, that it will stoppe the mouthes of all the cauillers: or plain enough to teach thee? I will let thee see such a reason, that neither thou norall the world, shall be able for to gainsay, it is so strong and so manifest, that it will stop the mouths of all the cavillers: cc j av-d pc-acp vvi pno21? pns11 vmb vvi pno21 vvb d dt n1, cst dx pns21 n1 dt n1, vmb vbi j c-acp pc-acp vvi, pn31 vbz av j cc av j, cst pn31 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f d dt n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 201
2422 and force them to confesse, will they nill they, that the faith that is without workes is dead. and force them to confess, will they nill they, that the faith that is without works is dead. cc vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi, vmb pns32 vmbx pns32, cst dt n1 cst vbz p-acp n2 vbz j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 201
2423 See how marueilously the holy ghost doth labor to driue vs from trusting to this broken staffe, See how marvelously the holy ghost does labour to driven us from trusting to this broken staff, vvb c-crq av-j dt j n1 vdz vvi pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp vvg p-acp d j-vvn n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 201
2424 and to force vs to seeke after the true and right beleefe, if wee haue any care to saue our soules. and to force us to seek After the true and right belief, if we have any care to save our Souls. cc pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j cc j-jn n1, cs pns12 vhb d n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 201
2425 And doubtlesse daily experience doeth teach vs how needefull a thing this is. And doubtless daily experience doth teach us how needful a thing this is. cc av-j j n1 vdz vvi pno12 c-crq j dt n1 d vbz. (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 201
2426 For the greatest number of professours thinke nothing lesse needful then to seek increase of faith: For the greatest number of professors think nothing less needful then to seek increase of faith: p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n2 vvb pix av-dc j cs pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 201
2427 they suppose and they will say, they beleeue well enough, they feele no want at all, what should preaching doe, they can but beleeue. they suppose and they will say, they believe well enough, they feel no want At all, what should preaching doe, they can but believe. pns32 vvb cc pns32 vmb vvi, pns32 vvb av av-d, pns32 vvb dx n1 p-acp d, r-crq vmd vvg n1, pns32 vmb cc-acp vvi. (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 201
2428 In very deed this dead faith of theirs, seemes to them to be verie strong, it cannot be shaken, In very deed this dead faith of theirs, seems to them to be very strong, it cannot be shaken, p-acp j n1 d j n1 pp-f png32, vvz p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbi av j, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 201
2429 neither is it tried or tempted, for to what purpose should the Deuill much labour to ouerthrowe it: neither is it tried or tempted, for to what purpose should the devil much labour to overthrown it: av-dx vbz pn31 vvn cc vvn, c-acp p-acp r-crq n1 vmd dt n1 d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31: (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 201
2430 but those which haue any faith indeed, do feele what neede there is to vse all meanes to strengthen it. but those which have any faith indeed, do feel what need there is to use all means to strengthen it. cc-acp d r-crq vhb d n1 av, vdb vvi r-crq n1 pc-acp vbz pc-acp vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi pn31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 201
2431 But let vs come to the matter; hee prooueth now by examples, that the true faith is knowen by good workes: But let us come to the matter; he proveth now by Examples, that the true faith is known by good works: cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1; pns31 vvz av p-acp n2, cst dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp j n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 201
2432 the first example is of Abraham: thus it is to be opened: the First Exampl is of Abraham: thus it is to be opened: dt ord n1 vbz pp-f np1: av pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn: (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 201
2433 yee know that Abraham was an holy man, and a right man indeede, hee was highly in fauour with God, the couenant was made with him, that in his seede all nations of the earth should be blessed: ye know that Abraham was an holy man, and a right man indeed, he was highly in favour with God, the Covenant was made with him, that in his seed all Nations of the earth should be blessed: pn22 vvb cst np1 vbds dt j n1, cc dt j-jn n1 av, pns31 vbds av-j p-acp n1 p-acp np1, dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno31, cst p-acp po31 n1 d n2 pp-f dt n1 vmd vbi vvn: (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 202
2434 ye will then confesse that hee had the right faith, there is no doubt at all in that. you will then confess that he had the right faith, there is no doubt At all in that. pn22 vmb av vvi cst pns31 vhd dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d p-acp d. (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 202
2435 Likewise ye must needs graunt, that as there is but one God, one mediatour, so there is but one faith: Likewise you must needs grant, that as there is but one God, one Mediator, so there is but one faith: av pn22 vmb av vvi, cst c-acp pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd np1, crd n1, av pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 202
2436 whereupon it followeth, that as many as haue such a faith, or the same faith which was in Abraham shall be saued, and none els: whereupon it follows, that as many as have such a faith, or the same faith which was in Abraham shall be saved, and none Else: c-crq pn31 vvz, cst p-acp d c-acp vhb d dt n1, cc dt d n1 r-crq vbds p-acp np1 vmb vbi vvn, cc pix av: (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 202
2437 for although euery one of the children of Abraham doe not attaine to the same measure and strength that their father did, yet they are like him, and haue the same beleefe. for although every one of the children of Abraham do not attain to the same measure and strength that their father did, yet they Are like him, and have the same belief. c-acp cs d crd pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 vdb xx vvi p-acp dt d n1 cc n1 cst po32 n1 vdd, av pns32 vbr av-j pno31, cc vhb dt d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 202
2438 Then I beseech you, obserue well the second part, wherein is declared how the faith of Abraham was fruitfull, Then I beseech you, observe well the second part, wherein is declared how the faith of Abraham was fruitful, cs pns11 vvb pn22, vvb av dt ord n1, q-crq vbz vvn c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 202
2439 and did declare and shewe forth it selfe by good workes, for hee offered his sonne Isaac vpon the Altar. and did declare and show forth it self by good works, for he offered his son Isaac upon the Altar. cc vdd vvi cc vvi av pn31 n1 p-acp j n2, c-acp pns31 vvd po31 n1 np1 p-acp dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 202
2440 Whereupon it doeth also follow that all his children and all the sonnes of God, doe declare and shewe forth their faith, by their good deeds. Whereupon it doth also follow that all his children and all the Sons of God, do declare and show forth their faith, by their good Deeds. c-crq pn31 vdz av vvi cst d po31 n2 cc d dt n2 pp-f np1, vdb vvi cc vvi av po32 n1, p-acp po32 j n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 202
2441 And whosoeuer they be which doe not so, they are degenerates and bastards, none of his children, And whosoever they be which do not so, they Are Degenerates and bastards, none of his children, cc c-crq pns32 vbb r-crq vdb xx av, pns32 vbr vvz cc n2, pix pp-f po31 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 202
2442 nor yet partakers of any blessing with him, for their faith is dead, and therefore they are not aliue: nor yet partakers of any blessing with him, for their faith is dead, and Therefore they Are not alive: ccx av n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp po32 n1 vbz j, cc av pns32 vbr xx j: (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 202
2443 do you not see, dearly beloued, the marueilous force of this reason, and that it is as cleere as the sunne? Heere is no starting hole left for a man to hide himselfe in, do you not see, dearly Beloved, the marvelous force of this reason, and that it is as clear as the sun? Here is no starting hold left for a man to hide himself in, vdb pn22 xx vvi, av-jn vvn, dt j n1 pp-f d n1, cc cst pn31 vbz a-acp j c-acp dt n1? av vbz dx j-vvg n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp, (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 202
2444 nor to creepe out at, but hee is holden fast to this, that if hee will be saued, he must so beleeue, that he declare and shew forth to the worlde by his good workes an holy life, nor to creep out At, but he is held fast to this, that if he will be saved, he must so believe, that he declare and show forth to the world by his good works an holy life, ccx pc-acp vvi av p-acp, cc-acp pns31 vbz vvn av-j p-acp d, cst cs pns31 vmb vbi vvn, pns31 vmb av vvi, cst pns31 vvb cc vvi av p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 j n2 dt j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 202
2445 how hee walketh in the steps of his faithfull father Abraham. how he walks in the steps of his faithful father Abraham. c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 j n1 np1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 203
2446 But why doth he choose this one worke of Abraham before all the rest? For his life did shine with holy workes, he was mercifull to the poore, he entertained & lodged strangers, he was peaceable with all men, iust and true in all his dealings: But why does he choose this one work of Abraham before all the rest? For his life did shine with holy works, he was merciful to the poor, he entertained & lodged Strangers, he was peaceable with all men, just and true in all his dealings: p-acp q-crq vdz pns31 vvi d crd n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d dt n1? p-acp po31 n1 vdd vvi p-acp j n2, pns31 vbds j p-acp dt j, pns31 vvd cc vvn n2, pns31 vbds j p-acp d n2, j cc j p-acp d po31 n2-vvg: (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 203
2447 doubtlesse this did excell all the rest, and so farre passe them, that it may well enough be mentioned instead of them all, it did declare a wonderfull faith and loue towards God, doubtless this did excel all the rest, and so Far pass them, that it may well enough be mentioned instead of them all, it did declare a wonderful faith and love towards God, av-j d vdd vvi d dt n1, cc av av-j vvi pno32, cst pn31 vmb av av-d vbb vvn av pp-f pno32 d, pn31 vdd vvi dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 203
2448 as we may easily see, considering all the whole circumstances of the storie. as we may Easily see, considering all the Whole Circumstances of the story. c-acp pns12 vmb av-j vvi, vvg d dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 203
2449 God hath called him out of his natiue country, and from his fathers house, into a strange land: God hath called him out of his native country, and from his Father's house, into a strange land: np1 vhz vvn pno31 av pp-f po31 j-jn n1, cc p-acp po31 ng1 n1, p-acp dt j n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 203
2450 hee had promised him a sonne by his wife Sara, of whome the blessed seed should come; he had promised him a son by his wife Sarah, of whom the blessed seed should come; pns31 vhd vvn pno31 dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 np1, pp-f ro-crq dt j-vvn n1 vmd vvi; (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 203
2451 he performed this promise in his old age, euen when Sara was by nature past childbearing, he had no other child by her, the promise was made in none but in him. he performed this promise in his old age, even when Sarah was by nature passed childbearing, he had no other child by her, the promise was made in none but in him. pns31 vvd d n1 p-acp po31 j n1, av c-crq np1 vbds p-acp n1 p-acp vvg, pns31 vhd dx j-jn n1 p-acp pno31, dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp pix cc-acp p-acp pno31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 203
2452 In Isaac shall thy seede be blessed. In Isaac shall thy seed be blessed. p-acp np1 vmb po21 n1 vbi vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 203
2453 Ech man shall now be driuen to confesse, that here was a great triall, when God doeth bid him take his onely sonne, Each man shall now be driven to confess, that Here was a great trial, when God doth bid him take his only son, d n1 vmb av vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, cst av vbds dt j n1, c-crq np1 vdz vvi pno31 vvi po31 j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 203
2454 euen Isaac, and goe three daies iourney to the place which he would shew him, and to offer him vpon the altar a slaine sacrifice. even Isaac, and go three days journey to the place which he would show him, and to offer him upon the altar a slain sacrifice. av np1, cc vvi crd ng2 n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vmd vvi pno31, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 dt j-vvn n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 203
2455 How great a griefe is it for a louing father to loose a sonne which hee loueth dearely, especially when hee hath no more sonnes? then how much griefe might this be, not onely to see his sonne slaine, How great a grief is it for a loving father to lose a son which he loves dearly, especially when he hath no more Sons? then how much grief might this be, not only to see his son slain, q-crq j dt n1 vbz pn31 p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz av-jn, av-j c-crq pns31 vhz dx dc n2? av c-crq d n1 vmd d vbi, xx av-j pc-acp vvi po31 n1 vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 203
2456 but also to slay him with his owne handes: but also to slay him with his own hands: cc-acp av pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po31 d n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 203
2457 and most of all that childe, in whome the couenant of eternall life was made, because Christ should come of him, who beeing dead, all hope of saluation did die with him. and most of all that child, in whom the Covenant of Eternal life was made, Because christ should come of him, who being dead, all hope of salvation did die with him. cc av-ds pp-f d cst n1, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 pp-f j n1 vbds vvn, c-acp np1 vmd vvi pp-f pno31, r-crq vbg j, d n1 pp-f n1 vdd vvi p-acp pno31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 204
2458 All this did not withhold, but the faith of Abraham carried so great a loue in him and feare towardes God, that hee neuer grudged at the matter, All this did not withhold, but the faith of Abraham carried so great a love in him and Fear towards God, that he never grudged At the matter, av-d d vdd xx vvi, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd av j dt n1 p-acp pno31 cc vvb p-acp np1, cst pns31 av-x vvd p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 204
2459 nor neuer made delay, but went indeed to haue slain his sonne, hauing bound him vpon the wood, nor never made Delay, but went indeed to have slave his son, having bound him upon the wood, ccx av-x vvd n1, cc-acp vvd av pc-acp vhi vvn po31 n1, vhg vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 204
2460 and hauing taken in his hand the sacrificing knife, to kill him. Then the Angell of the Lord from heauen did forbid him. and having taken in his hand the sacrificing knife, to kill him. Then the Angel of the Lord from heaven did forbid him. cc vhg vvn p-acp po31 n1 dt j-vvg n1, pc-acp vvi pno31. av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 vdd vvi pno31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 204
2461 Before the Lorde it was as if it had been done, because Abraham did fully purpose to doe it: Before the Lord it was as if it had been done, Because Abraham did Fully purpose to do it: p-acp dt n1 pn31 vbds c-acp cs pn31 vhd vbn vdn, c-acp np1 vdd av-j vvi pc-acp vdi pn31: (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 204
2462 then wee see plainly by this, what the true faith is. then we see plainly by this, what the true faith is. cs pns12 vvb av-j p-acp d, r-crq dt j n1 vbz. (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 204
2463 But if any man should obiect and say, this example is not fit, euerie man can not be like Abraham, But if any man should Object and say, this Exampl is not fit, every man can not be like Abraham, p-acp cs d n1 vmd vvi cc vvi, d n1 vbz xx j, d n1 vmb xx vbi j np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 204
2464 nor haue such a faith as hee had, hee was a rare man, few or none to be compared with him: nor have such a faith as he had, he was a rare man, few or none to be compared with him: ccx vhb d dt n1 c-acp pns31 vhd, pns31 vbds dt j n1, d cc pix pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31: (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 204
2465 Saint Iames doth answer, If ye thinke this example to be too high, and that yee are not to be measured by it, I will shewe you another as low: Saint James does answer, If you think this Exampl to be too high, and that ye Are not to be measured by it, I will show you Another as low: n1 np1 vdz vvi, cs pn22 vvb d n1 pc-acp vbi av j, cc cst pn22 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 j-jn c-acp j: (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 204
2466 what say yee to Rahab the harlot, was not shee iustified by workes, did not her faith declare it selfe by good workes? Can ye take any exception against this example? Will yee not be ashamed that your faith should not be like hers? As the faith of Abrahā did vtter it selfe to the world, what say ye to Rahab the harlot, was not she justified by works, did not her faith declare it self by good works? Can you take any exception against this Exampl? Will ye not be ashamed that your faith should not be like hers? As the faith of Abrahā did utter it self to the world, r-crq vvb pn22 p-acp np1 dt n1, vbds xx pns31 vvn p-acp n2, vdd xx po31 n1 vvi pn31 n1 p-acp j n2? vmb pn22 vvi d n1 p-acp d n1? n1 pn22 xx vbi j cst po22 n1 vmd xx vbi j png31? p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vdd vvi pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 204
2467 so did hers, whereby she shewed her selfe to be a right daughter of Abraham, so did hers, whereby she showed her self to be a right daughter of Abraham, av vdd png31, c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vbi dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 204
2468 although shee were not of his posteritie according to the flesh, but came of one of those cursed nations, which God had commaunded the children of Israel to roote out and destroy, although she were not of his posterity according to the Flesh, but Come of one of those cursed Nations, which God had commanded the children of Israel to root out and destroy, cs pns31 vbdr xx pp-f po31 n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvd pp-f crd pp-f d j-vvn n2, r-crq np1 vhd vvn dt n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi av cc vvi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 204
2469 yet I say, shee was his daughter, according as Saint Paul setteth it forth in the Epistle to the Romanes, that hee should be the father not onely of them which are of the Circumcision, yet I say, she was his daughter, according as Saint Paul sets it forth in the Epistle to the Romans, that he should be the father not only of them which Are of the Circumcision, av pns11 vvb, pns31 vbds po31 n1, vvg p-acp n1 np1 vvz pn31 av p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt njp2, cst pns31 vmd vbi dt n1 xx av-j pp-f pno32 r-crq vbr pp-f dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 205
2470 but also of those that walke in the steps of the faith of our father Abraham: but also of those that walk in the steps of the faith of our father Abraham: cc-acp av pp-f d cst vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 205
2471 like as all his children both of the Iewes and Gentiles must doe, which will be blessed with their faithfull father Abraham. like as all his children both of the Iewes and Gentiles must do, which will be blessed with their faithful father Abraham. av-j c-acp d po31 n2 d pp-f dt np2 cc np1 vmb vdi, r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 j n1 np1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 205
2472 Then wee haue here the example of the father of all the faithfull, with the example of one of his daughters, which had been a poore harlot, what excuse remaineth, Then we have Here the Exampl of the father of all the faithful, with the Exampl of one of his daughters, which had been a poor harlot, what excuse remains, cs pns12 vhb av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d dt j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd pp-f po31 n2, r-crq vhd vbn dt j n1, r-crq n1 vvz, (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 205
2473 or what can wee pretend, shall wee not blush, and be ashamed to say that we beleeue well, or what can we pretend, shall we not blush, and be ashamed to say that we believe well, cc q-crq vmb pns12 vvi, vmb pns12 xx vvi, cc vbi j pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vvb av, (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 205
2474 and take our selues to be the children of Abraham and the children of God, and take our selves to be the children of Abraham and the children of God, cc vvb po12 n2 pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f np1 cc dt n2 pp-f np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 205
2475 when we are no more like him, then (as the common saying is) an apple is like an oister? Christ our Sauiour doeth vse this reason against the Pharisies in the Gospell of Saint Iohn, when we Are no more like him, then (as the Common saying is) an apple is like an oyster? christ our Saviour doth use this reason against the Pharisees in the Gospel of Saint John, c-crq pns12 vbr av-dx av-dc av-j pno31, av (c-acp dt j n-vvg vbz) dt n1 vbz av-j dt n1? np1 po12 n1 vdz vvi d n1 p-acp dt np2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 205
2476 If yee were Abrahams children (saith he) ye would doe the workes of Abraham: If ye were Abrahams children (Says he) you would do the works of Abraham: cs pn22 vbdr npg1 n2 (vvz pns31) pn22 vmd vdi dt n2 pp-f np1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 205
2477 but now you go about to kill mee, a man that hath tolde you the trueth which I haue heard of God: this did not Abraham. And a little after: but now you go about to kill me, a man that hath told you the truth which I have herd of God: this did not Abraham. And a little After: cc-acp av pn22 vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi pno11, dt n1 cst vhz vvn pn22 dt n1 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn pp-f np1: d vdd xx np1. cc dt j p-acp: (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 205
2478 Ye are of your father the deuill, and the lustes of your father yee will doe. You Are of your father the Devil, and the lusts of your father ye will do. pn22 vbr pp-f po22 n1 dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po22 n1 pn22 vmb vdi. (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 205
2479 What would ye haue more plaine than this? Euen the verie seed and posteritie of Abraham, which tooke themselues to be the children of Abraham and the children of God, What would you have more plain than this? Eve the very seed and posterity of Abraham, which took themselves to be the children of Abraham and the children of God, q-crq vmd pn22 vhi dc n1 cs d? np1 dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvd px32 pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f np1 cc dt n2 pp-f np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 205
2480 yet Christ Iesus telleth them plainely they are the children of the deuill, and why? Because their workes were not like the workes of Abraham, their beliefe was not like his, but it was dead. yet christ Iesus Telleth them plainly they Are the children of the Devil, and why? Because their works were not like the works of Abraham, their belief was not like his, but it was dead. av np1 np1 vvz pno32 av-j pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc q-crq? p-acp po32 n2 vbdr xx av-j dt n2 pp-f np1, po32 n1 vbds xx av-j po31, cc-acp pn31 vbds j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 206
2481 Shall wee not then as boldly say at this day, nay rather, doth not Christ speake as plainly as he did? and telleth vngodly men to their face, howsoeuer yee bragge of your faith, it is but dead: Shall we not then as boldly say At this day, nay rather, does not christ speak as plainly as he did? and Telleth ungodly men to their face, howsoever ye brag of your faith, it is but dead: vmb pns12 xx av c-acp av-j vvi p-acp d n1, uh-x av-c, vdz xx np1 vvi c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vdd? cc vvz j n2 p-acp po32 n1, c-acp pn22 vvi pp-f po22 n1, pn31 vbz p-acp j: (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 206
2482 and howsoeuer yee boast and take your selues to be the children of God, yet in verie deede, and howsoever ye boast and take your selves to be the children of God, yet in very deed, cc c-acp pn22 vvb cc vvb po22 n2 pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f np1, av p-acp j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 206
2483 vnlesse yee returne from your vngodly waies, and shew forth the fruites of a true & liuely faith, yee are the children of the deuill: unless ye return from your ungodly ways, and show forth the fruits of a true & lively faith, ye Are the children of the Devil: cs pn22 vvb p-acp po22 j n2, cc vvi av dt n2 pp-f dt j cc j n1, pn22 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 206
2484 trust not vnto your vaine hope and deade faith, for it will but deceiue you. trust not unto your vain hope and dead faith, for it will but deceive you. vvb xx p-acp po22 j n1 cc j n1, c-acp pn31 vmb cc-acp vvi pn22. (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 206
2485 Dearely beloued, let vs not be so mad, when God telleth vs this with his own mouth, Dearly Beloved, let us not be so mad, when God Telleth us this with his own Mouth, av-jn vvn, vvb pno12 xx vbi av j, c-crq np1 vvz pno12 d p-acp po31 d n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 206
2486 as to beleeue the contrarie, and to perswade our selues wee shall doe well enough, although we continue in our sinnes. as to believe the contrary, and to persuade our selves we shall do well enough, although we continue in our Sins. c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n-jn, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 pns12 vmb vdi av av-d, cs pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 206
2487 This is a most pestilent craft of Sathan, and commeth from the roote of Infidelitie, as yee may see in our great grandmother Eue: This is a most pestilent craft of Sathan, and comes from the root of Infidelity, as ye may see in our great grandmother Eue: d vbz dt av-ds j n1 pp-f np1, cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp po12 j n1 np1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 206
2488 God had told her and Adam, that what day soeuer they should eate of the tree, they should die the death: God had told her and Adam, that what day soever they should eat of the tree, they should die the death: np1 vhd vvn pno31 cc np1, cst r-crq n1 av pns32 vmd vvi pp-f dt n1, pns32 vmd vvi dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 206
2489 the deuill told her, yee shall not die, she beleeued him, but beleeued not God, shee thought euen as the deuill tolde her, shee should doe well enough, the Devil told her, ye shall not die, she believed him, but believed not God, she Thought even as the Devil told her, she should do well enough, dt n1 vvd pno31, pn22 vmb xx vvi, pns31 vvd pno31, cc-acp vvd xx np1, pns31 vvd av-j p-acp dt n1 vvd pno31, pns31 vmd vdi av av-d, (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 206
2490 or els shee would neuer haue eate thereof: we haue sucked this poison from her breastes: or Else she would never have eat thereof: we have sucked this poison from her breasts: cc av pns31 vmd av-x vhi vvn av: pns12 vhb vvn d n1 p-acp po31 n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 206
2491 when God telleth vs, if your faith bring not foorth good workes, it is deade, it can not helpe yee, when God Telleth us, if your faith bring not forth good works, it is dead, it can not help ye, c-crq np1 vvz pno12, cs po22 n1 vvb xx av j n2, pn31 vbz j, pn31 vmb xx vvi pn22, (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 206
2492 if yee continue in these wicked deedes, yee are the children of the deuill yee must speedily repent, if ye continue in these wicked Deeds, ye Are the children of the Devil ye must speedily Repent, cs pn22 vvb p-acp d j n2, pn22 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pn22 vmb av-j vvi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 206
2493 for yee can not when yee would. for ye can not when ye would. c-acp pn22 vmb xx c-crq pn22 vmd. (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 206
2494 No, no, saith the deuill on the other side, that is not true, your faith is good enough, goe on, yee shall doe well, God hath mercie in store, yee may repent afterward. No, no, Says the Devil on the other side, that is not true, your faith is good enough, go on, ye shall do well, God hath mercy in store, ye may Repent afterwards. uh-dx, uh-dx, vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst vbz xx j, po22 n1 vbz j av-d, vvb a-acp, pn22 vmb vdi av, np1 vhz n1 p-acp n1, pn22 vmb vvi av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 207
2495 Now the most doeth beleeue the deuill in this, and giue no credit at all vnto God, Now the most doth believe the Devil in this, and give no credit At all unto God, av dt av-ds vdz vvi dt n1 p-acp d, cc vvb dx n1 p-acp d p-acp np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 207
2496 and neuer seeke to trie themselues, whether they be in good case or not. and never seek to try themselves, whither they be in good case or not. cc av-x vvb pc-acp vvi px32, cs pns32 vbb p-acp j n1 cc xx. (13) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 207
2497 When the Apostle saith here, that Abraham was iustified by workes, and that Rahab was iustified by workes, &c. Wee must note that this word Iustified is taken diuers waies in the scriptures, which is one cause (as I noted before) why Saint Paul and Saint Iames seeme to be contrary; When the Apostle Says Here, that Abraham was justified by works, and that Rahab was justified by works, etc. we must note that this word Justified is taken diverse ways in the Scriptures, which is one cause (as I noted before) why Saint Paul and Saint James seem to be contrary; c-crq dt n1 vvz av, cst np1 vbds vvn p-acp n2, cc cst np1 vbds vvn p-acp n2, av pns12 vmb vvi cst d n1 vvn vbz vvn j n2 p-acp dt n2, r-crq vbz crd n1 (c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp) q-crq n1 np1 cc n1 np1 vvi pc-acp vbi j-jn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 207
2498 Saint Paul proouing that we are iustified by faith, taketh it as contrarie to this worde condemned, Saint Paul proving that we Are justified by faith, Takes it as contrary to this word condemned, n1 np1 vvg cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1, vvz pn31 p-acp j-jn p-acp d n1 vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 207
2499 for being by our sinnes guiltie, and to receiue the sentence of condemnation, we are in Christ (into whose mysticall body wee are incorporate thorough faith) acquit and discharged, which is called iustification: for being by our Sins guilty, and to receive the sentence of condemnation, we Are in christ (into whose mystical body we Are incorporate through faith) acquit and discharged, which is called justification: c-acp vbg p-acp po12 n2 j, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vbr p-acp np1 (p-acp rg-crq j n1 pns12 vbr j p-acp n1) vvb cc vvn, r-crq vbz vvn n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 207
2500 this cannot be by the workes of the lawe, because there is no perfection in the deedes of any, this cannot be by the works of the law, Because there is no perfection in the Deeds of any, d vmbx vbi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d, (13) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 207
2501 but euen the most pure are vncleane and spotted. but even the most pure Are unclean and spotted. cc-acp av-j dt av-ds j vbr j cc j-vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 207
2502 Therefore as Saint Paul saith, they are all vnder the curse, which holde of the workes of the law: Therefore as Saint Paul Says, they Are all under the curse, which hold of the works of the law: av p-acp n1 np1 vvz, pns32 vbr d p-acp dt n1, r-crq n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 207
2503 for it is written, Cursed is euerie one which continueth not in all things which are written in the booke of the lawe to doe them. for it is written, Cursed is every one which Continueth not in all things which Are written in the book of the law to do them. c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, j-vvn vbz d crd r-crq vvz xx p-acp d n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vdi pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 207
2504 The reason of this is to bee considered in the most holy and pure nature of God, The reason of this is to be considered in the most holy and pure nature of God, dt n1 pp-f d vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n1 pp-f np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 207
2505 vnto whome no vncleane thing can be coupled, no vnpure thing (although it be but in part) can abide his presence, or haue fellowship with him. unto whom no unclean thing can be coupled, no unpure thing (although it be but in part) can abide his presence, or have fellowship with him. p-acp ro-crq dx j n1 vmb vbi vvn, dx j n1 (cs pn31 vbi cc-acp p-acp n1) vmb vvi po31 n1, cc vhb n1 p-acp pno31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 207
2506 The word Iustifie, is also taken in this sense, as when a man doth declare and shewe forth before men, that hee is a righteous person also before God: The word Justify, is also taken in this sense, as when a man does declare and show forth before men, that he is a righteous person also before God: dt n1 vvi, vbz av vvn p-acp d n1, c-acp c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi cc vvi av p-acp n2, cst pns31 vbz dt j n1 av p-acp np1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 208
2507 and that is the meaning of the word in this place, that looke how by faith wee are iustified before God: and that is the meaning of the word in this place, that look how by faith we Are justified before God: cc cst vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1, cst vvb q-crq p-acp n1 pns12 vbr vvn p-acp np1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 208
2508 so by the fruits of our faith, wee are iustified, that is, declared to bee iust before men. so by the fruits of our faith, we Are justified, that is, declared to be just before men. av p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, pns12 vbr vvn, cst vbz, vvd pc-acp vbi j p-acp n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 208
2509 For proofe that the Scripture doeth vse the word Iustified in this fense, looke vpon the saying of Dauid. For proof that the Scripture doth use the word Justified in this fence, look upon the saying of David. p-acp n1 cst dt n1 vdz vvi dt n1 vvn p-acp d n1, vvb p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 208
2510 That thou maiest be iustified in thy saying, and pure when thou iudgest: That thou Mayest be justified in thy saying, and pure when thou Judges: cst pns21 vm2 vbi vvn p-acp po21 n-vvg, cc j c-crq pns21 vv2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 208
2511 there it can signifie no more but that God might shewe and declare himselfe to be iust. there it can signify no more but that God might show and declare himself to be just. a-acp pn31 vmb vvi av-dx dc cc-acp cst np1 vmd vvi cc vvi px31 pc-acp vbi j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 208
2512 In the Gospell of Saint Luke chap. 16. vers. 15. You are they (saith Christ to the Pharisies) which iustifie your selues before men, In the Gospel of Saint Lycia chap. 16. vers. 15. You Are they (Says christ to the Pharisees) which justify your selves before men, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av n1 crd zz. crd pn22 vbr pns32 (vvz np1 p-acp dt np2) r-crq vvi po22 n2 p-acp n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 208
2513 but God doth know your hearts. but God does know your hearts. cc-acp np1 vdz vvi po22 n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 208
2514 In this saying it is most apparant, that there is a iustifying before men, which the Pharisies in coloured hypocrisie did seeke for; In this saying it is most apparent, that there is a justifying before men, which the Pharisees in coloured hypocrisy did seek for; p-acp d vvg pn31 vbz av-ds j, cst pc-acp vbz dt vvg p-acp n2, r-crq dt np2 p-acp j-vvn n1 vdd vvi p-acp; (13) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 208
2515 but Christ telleth them, they were neuer the better, because they were not of vpright heart before God. but christ Telleth them, they were never the better, Because they were not of upright heart before God. cc-acp np1 vvz pno32, pns32 vbdr av-x dt jc, c-acp pns32 vbdr xx a-acp av-j n1 p-acp np1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 208
2516 The word is also taken in another sense, which I omit. The word is also taken in Another sense, which I omit. dt n1 vbz av vvn p-acp j-jn n1, r-crq pns11 vvb. (13) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 208
2517 If any mā will now demand how it can be prooued, that Saint Iames doth vse it in this latter sense rather then in the former? I answer, that the verie place it selfe, If any man will now demand how it can be proved, that Saint James does use it in this latter sense rather then in the former? I answer, that the very place it self, cs d n1 vmb av vvi c-crq pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cst n1 np1 vdz vvi pn31 p-acp d d n1 av-c cs p-acp dt j? pns11 vvb, cst dt j n1 pn31 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 208
2518 and goe no further, doeth declare this thing: and go no further, doth declare this thing: cc vvb av-dx av-jc, vdz vvi d n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 208
2519 for when the Apostle saith thus, Some man will say, shew me thy faith by thy workes, is it not apparant, that hee speaketh of that which is before men or declared vnto men, for when the Apostle Says thus, some man will say, show me thy faith by thy works, is it not apparent, that he speaks of that which is before men or declared unto men, c-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz av, d n1 vmb vvi, vvb pno11 po21 n1 p-acp po21 n2, vbz pn31 xx j, cst pns31 vvz pp-f d r-crq vbz p-acp n2 cc vvn p-acp n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 208
2520 and not of that which is before God? In like manner, when he saith, Abraham was iustified by workes, and not of that which is before God? In like manner, when he Says, Abraham was justified by works, cc xx pp-f d r-crq vbz p-acp np1? p-acp j n1, c-crq pns31 vvz, np1 vbds vvn p-acp n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 209
2521 when hee offered his sonne Isaac vpon the altar. when he offered his son Isaac upon the altar. c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1 np1 p-acp dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 209
2522 Doth not the scripture shewe, that before God Abraham was iustified long before by faith? If it be obiected againe, that it may also be said, Does not the scripture show, that before God Abraham was justified long before by faith? If it be objected again, that it may also be said, vdz xx dt n1 vvi, cst p-acp np1 np1 vbds vvn av-j a-acp p-acp n1? cs pn31 vbb vvn av, cst pn31 vmb av vbi vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 209
2523 how hee was before that time iustified before men, or that hee had shewed by his deeds vnto men, that hee did feare and loue God, how he was before that time justified before men, or that he had showed by his Deeds unto men, that he did Fear and love God, c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp n2, cc cst pns31 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n2 p-acp n2, cst pns31 vdd vvi cc n1 np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 209
2524 and then what should hinder but that it may bee taken for a more full and perfect iustification, and then what should hinder but that it may be taken for a more full and perfect justification, cc av q-crq vmd vvi cc-acp cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 209
2525 or an increase thereof, as wel before God as before men? I answere, that before God a man beeing iustified, to speake properly there is no increase thereof, or an increase thereof, as well before God as before men? I answer, that before God a man being justified, to speak properly there is no increase thereof, cc dt n1 av, c-acp av c-acp np1 c-acp p-acp n2? pns11 vvb, cst p-acp np1 dt n1 vbg vvn, pc-acp vvi av-j a-acp vbz dx n1 av, (13) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 209
2526 for hee is fully and wholly discharged and acquite, or els it is no iustification. for he is Fully and wholly discharged and acquit, or Else it is no justification. c-acp pns31 vbz av-j cc av-jn vvn cc vvi, cc av pn31 vbz dx n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 209
2527 But because wee haue receiued the grace of iustification but in part and not in full measure, But Because we have received the grace of justification but in part and not in full measure, cc-acp c-acp pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 cc-acp p-acp n1 cc xx p-acp j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 209
2528 therefore our iustifying before men is more and more declared by degrees, as good workes doe more and more abound in vs, Therefore our justifying before men is more and more declared by Degrees, as good works do more and more abound in us, av po12 vvg a-acp n2 vbz av-dc cc av-dc vvn p-acp n2, c-acp j n2 vdb dc cc av-dc vvi p-acp pno12, (13) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 209
2529 and so Abraham was by this one worke more iustified before men, then by all the rest of his deedes, and so Abraham was by this one work more justified before men, then by all the rest of his Deeds, cc av np1 vbds p-acp d crd n1 av-dc vvn p-acp n2, av p-acp d dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 209
2530 and therefore it may well be set downe in stead of all the rest We see here then that because by the scriptures this must needs be taken for an increase of iustification in our father Abraham, that it must necessarily be vnderstood of that iustification which is before men: and Therefore it may well be Set down in stead of all the rest We see Here then that Because by the Scriptures this must needs be taken for an increase of justification in our father Abraham, that it must necessarily be understood of that justification which is before men: cc av pn31 vmb av vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f d dt n1 pns12 vvb av av d c-acp p-acp dt n2 d vmb av vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n1 np1, cst pn31 vmb av-j vbi vvn pp-f d n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 209
2531 ye see now the meaning of this text and the drift and scope of the Apostle is laid open vnto ye, you see now the meaning of this text and the drift and scope of the Apostle is laid open unto you, pn22 vvb av dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn j p-acp pn22, (13) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 209
2532 but my chiefe purpose is yet behinde, and that wherein wee are to be wrought vpon yet remaineth, which is a more particular application and handling of this doctrine. but my chief purpose is yet behind, and that wherein we Are to be wrought upon yet remains, which is a more particular application and handling of this Doctrine. cc-acp po11 j-jn n1 vbz av a-acp, cc cst c-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp av vvz, r-crq vbz dt av-dc j n1 cc n-vvg pp-f d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 210
2533 For we must not passe away thus with the matter, vnlesse we mind to take small fruit thereby. For we must not pass away thus with the matter, unless we mind to take small fruit thereby. c-acp pns12 vmb xx vvi av av p-acp dt n1, cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi j n1 av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 210
2534 Yee will confesse these things which I haue handled to be true, as of necessitie we are forced thereunto, wee can not but graunt that the holy Ghost hath giuen a perfect touchstone: Ye will confess these things which I have handled to be true, as of necessity we Are forced thereunto, we can not but grant that the holy Ghost hath given a perfect touchstone: pn22 vmb vvi d n2 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn pc-acp vbi j, c-acp pp-f n1 pns12 vbr vvn av, pns12 vmb xx cc-acp vvi d dt j n1 vhz vvn dt j n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 210
2535 then am I to exhort you in the name of God, & as ye tender and loue the saluation of your soules, to giue attentiue heede a little, then am I to exhort you in the name of God, & as you tender and love the salvation of your Souls, to give attentive heed a little, av vbm pns11 pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc c-acp pn22 vvb cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, pc-acp vvi j n1 dt j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 210
2536 and not to let this thing slip away from yee: and not to let this thing slip away from ye: cc xx pc-acp vvi d n1 vvi av p-acp pn22: (13) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 210
2537 Doe ye graunt that the faith which is without workes is dead? and that it is no better then the faith of deuils? And yet will yee still suppose, that idolators, swearers, railers, adulterers, couetous worldlings, Do you grant that the faith which is without works is dead? and that it is no better then the faith of Devils? And yet will ye still suppose, that Idolaters, swearers, railers, Adulterers, covetous worldlings, vdb pn22 vvi cst dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n2 vbz j? cc cst pn31 vbz dx jc cs dt n1 pp-f n2? cc av vmb pn22 av vvb, cst n2, n2, n2, n2, j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 210
2538 and griping vsurers, and such like are in good case, or continuing such, can hope for mercie? Doe yee confesse that there is but one true faith, which was the faith of Abraham and Rahab? Doe yee also acknowledge that the same faith in them did shew it selfe by good deedes? And will yee still accept it for a sufficient proofe of a good and sound testimonie of a true beleefe, and gripping usurers, and such like Are in good case, or Continuing such, can hope for mercy? Do ye confess that there is but one true faith, which was the faith of Abraham and Rahab? Do ye also acknowledge that the same faith in them did show it self by good Deeds? And will ye still accept it for a sufficient proof of a good and found testimony of a true belief, cc j-vvg n2, cc d av-j vbr p-acp j n1, cc vvg d, vmb vvi p-acp n1? vdb pn22 vvi cst pc-acp vbz cc-acp pi j n1, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1? vdb pn22 av vvi cst dt d n1 p-acp pno32 vdd vvi pn31 n1 p-acp j n2? cc vmb pn22 av vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 210
2539 when any man can say, I doe hurt no man, I liue vprightly, and pay euery man his owne, I haue alwaies beene reputed and taken for an honest man, what would ye require more of me, I liue as my neighbours doe, I trust God will hold me excused, when any man can say, I do hurt no man, I live uprightly, and pay every man his own, I have always been reputed and taken for an honest man, what would you require more of me, I live as my neighbours do, I trust God will hold me excused, c-crq d n1 vmb vvi, pns11 vdb vvi dx n1, pns11 vvb av-j, cc vvi d n1 po31 d, pns11 vhb av vbn vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j n1, q-crq vmd pn22 vvi dc pp-f pno11, pns11 vvb p-acp po11 n2 vdb, pns11 vvb np1 vmb vvi pno11 vvd, (13) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 211
2540 although hee haue no regard of any obedience to the worde of God, to consider wherein his glorie doth consist, although he have no regard of any Obedience to the word of God, to Consider wherein his glory does consist, cs pns31 vhb dx n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi c-crq po31 n1 vdz vvi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 211
2541 nor yet any care of men, to profite either their soules or their bodies: nor yet any care of men, to profit either their Souls or their bodies: ccx av d n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi d po32 n2 cc po32 n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 211
2542 but contenteth himselfe with this, if hee doe them no good, to do them no harme. but contents himself with this, if he do them no good, to do them no harm. cc-acp vvz px31 p-acp d, cs pns31 vdb pno32 dx j, pc-acp vdi pno32 dx n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 211
2543 I will shewe you dearely beloued, how these sorts of people are declued by two foule errors, which this text doth most strongly ouerthrowe: I will show you dearly Beloved, how these sorts of people Are declued by two foul errors, which this text does most strongly overthrown: pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av-jn vvn, c-crq d n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn p-acp crd j n2, r-crq d n1 vdz ds av-j vvi: (13) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 211
2544 the first is this, that they looke but vnto men, and restraine their dutie vnto them, the First is this, that they look but unto men, and restrain their duty unto them, dt ord vbz d, cst pns32 vvb cc-acp p-acp n2, cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp pno32, (13) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 211
2545 whereas they shoulde chiefely looke vnto that which they owe vnto God, and then to that which belongeth to their breethren: whereas they should chiefly look unto that which they owe unto God, and then to that which belongeth to their brethren: cs pns32 vmd av-jn vvi p-acp d r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp np1, cc av p-acp d r-crq vvz p-acp po32 n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 211
2546 the second is, that they suppose themselues bound no further but to abstaine from hurting, without regard of doing the duties of loue, wherein one man is to profit and further another. the second is, that they suppose themselves bound no further but to abstain from hurting, without regard of doing the duties of love, wherein one man is to profit and further Another. dt ord vbz, cst pns32 vvb px32 vvn av-dx av-jc p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg, p-acp n1 pp-f vdg dt n2 pp-f n1, c-crq crd n1 vbz pc-acp vvi cc av-j j-jn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 211
2547 As concerning the first of these, both the example of Abraham, and also of Rahab, doe manifestly conuince them, As Concerning the First of these, both the Exampl of Abraham, and also of Rahab, do manifestly convince them, p-acp vvg dt ord pp-f d, d dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av pp-f np1, vdb av-j vvi pno32, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 211
2548 because the fruites of their faith or the workes whereby they were iustified, did not so much respect man as God, Because the fruits of their faith or the works whereby they were justified, did not so much respect man as God, c-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1 cc dt n2 c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn, vdd xx av av-d vvi n1 p-acp np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 211
2549 for in Abraham there appeareth only a loue towards God, for whose sake he was contented to forget the affection of a father, for in Abraham there appears only a love towards God, for whose sake he was contented to forget the affection of a father, c-acp p-acp np1 pc-acp vvz av-j dt n1 p-acp np1, p-acp rg-crq n1 pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 211
2550 & to shew that although he loued Isaac dearly, yet he loued God more: & to show that although he loved Isaac dearly, yet he loved God more: cc pc-acp vvi cst cs pns31 vvd np1 av-jn, av pns31 vvd np1 av-dc: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 211
2551 so that if we feel our loue to the Lord our god, to be so small that it can not preuaile with vs, to kill & mortifie the lustes of sinne, so that if we feel our love to the Lord our god, to be so small that it can not prevail with us, to kill & mortify the lusts of sin, av cst cs pns12 vvb po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 po12 n1, pc-acp vbi av j cst pn31 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 212
2552 and vaine pleasures of the flesh: and vain pleasures of the Flesh: cc j n2 pp-f dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 212
2553 how shall we perswade our selues that wee are like Abraham, which had denyed the loue of himselfe so farre, that he did neuer grudge, how shall we persuade our selves that we Are like Abraham, which had denied the love of himself so Far, that he did never grudge, c-crq vmb pns12 vvi po12 n2 cst pns12 vbr av-j np1, r-crq vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f px31 av av-j, cst pns31 vdd av-x vvi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 212
2554 but would willingly haue killed his sonne: Rahab after shee had made confession what she did beleeue concerning the God of Israel, but would willingly have killed his son: Rahab After she had made Confessi what she did believe Concerning the God of Israel, cc-acp vmd av-j vhi vvn po31 n1: np1 c-acp pns31 vhd vvn n1 r-crq pns31 vdd vvi vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 212
2555 for the same Gods sake, for the true religion, & for the Church and people of God, tooke the messengers & did hide them, to the hazard of her life and all that shee had, affirming to the king when hee sent to seeke them, that they were departed. for the same God's sake, for the true Religion, & for the Church and people of God, took the messengers & did hide them, to the hazard of her life and all that she had, affirming to the King when he sent to seek them, that they were departed. p-acp dt d ng1 n1, p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vvd dt n2 cc vdd vvi pno32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc d cst pns31 vhd, vvg p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi pno32, cst pns32 vbdr vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 212
2556 Doeth not this improoue the faith of those which for the religion of GOD are so farre off from hazarding their liues and goods, that they dare not be seene when neuer so little danger doth arise? wherein are those like vnto Rahab, which will turne with euery winde? and a man can not tell what religion they be of: Doth not this improve the faith of those which for the Religion of GOD Are so Far off from hazarding their lives and goods, that they Dare not be seen when never so little danger does arise? wherein Are those like unto Rahab, which will turn with every wind? and a man can not tell what Religion they be of: vdz xx d vvi dt n1 pp-f d r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr av av-j a-acp p-acp vvg po32 n2 cc n2-j, cst pns32 vvb xx vbi vvn c-crq av av j n1 vdz vvi? q-crq vbr d av-j p-acp np1, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp d n1? cc dt n1 vmb xx vvi r-crq n1 pns32 vbb pp-f: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 212
2557 they will be sure to row with the tide, and neuer to striue against the streame: they will be sure to row with the tide, and never to strive against the stream: pns32 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc av-x pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 212
2558 doe such now iustifie them selues like Rahab? haue they such a faith as shee had? No dearely beloued, they are as yet verie infidels, do such now justify them selves like Rahab? have they such a faith as she had? No dearly Beloved, they Are as yet very Infidels, vdb d av vvi pno32 n2 av-j np1? vhb pns32 d dt n1 c-acp pns31 vhd? uh-dx av-jn vvn, pns32 vbr a-acp av j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 212
2559 and loue them selues and the worlde, more then they loue GOD and his truth: and love them selves and the world, more then they love GOD and his truth: cc vvb pno32 n2 cc dt n1, av-dc cs pns32 vvb np1 cc po31 n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 212
2560 this thing then is most euident, that the true beleefe doth make all those that haue it, ready and willing to lose their liues and their goods for the Gospell: this thing then is most evident, that the true belief does make all those that have it, ready and willing to loose their lives and their goods for the Gospel: d n1 av vbz av-ds j, cst dt j n1 vdz vvi d d cst vhb pn31, j cc j pc-acp vvi po32 n2 cc po32 n2-j p-acp dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 212
2561 this must not seeme to be a strange doctrine, when as our Sauiour telleth vs in sundry places, that hee that doth not forsake all, this must not seem to be a strange Doctrine, when as our Saviour Telleth us in sundry places, that he that does not forsake all, d vmb xx vvi pc-acp vbi dt j n1, c-crq c-acp po12 n1 vvz pno12 p-acp j n2, cst pns31 cst vdz xx vvi d, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 213
2562 and take vp his crosse and follow him, can not be his disciple. and take up his cross and follow him, can not be his disciple. cc vvb a-acp po31 n1 cc vvi pno31, vmb xx vbi po31 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 213
2563 Well, wee must therefore be so hote and zealous in the profession of true religion, that it cause vs to forget our owne state and commoditie: Well, we must Therefore be so hight and zealous in the profession of true Religion, that it cause us to forget our own state and commodity: uh-av, pns12 vmb av vbi av j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cst pn31 n1 pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 d n1 cc n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 213
2564 we must haue so burning a loue to Gods trueth, that nothing may be able to quench the same. we must have so burning a love to God's truth, that nothing may be able to quench the same. pns12 vmb vhi av vvg dt n1 p-acp ng1 n1, cst pix vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt d. (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 213
2565 Wee must not stagger and varie, because wee shall endure trouble. we must not stagger and vary, Because we shall endure trouble. pns12 vmb xx vvi cc vvi, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 213
2566 Let vs conclude this point, wherein it is proued that they erre and are deceiued, which do not make account of keeping religion pure, of louing it before all other things, Let us conclude this point, wherein it is proved that they err and Are deceived, which do not make account of keeping Religion pure, of loving it before all other things, vvb pno12 vvi d n1, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn cst pns32 vvb cc vbr vvn, r-crq vdb xx vvi n1 pp-f vvg n1 j, pp-f vvg pn31 p-acp d j-jn n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 213
2567 and so of giuing to God his due honour. and so of giving to God his due honour. cc av pp-f vvg p-acp np1 po31 j-jn n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 213
2568 Remember that from hence ye are to fetch the first part of the true description of a godly man, remember that from hence you Are to fetch the First part of the true description of a godly man, np1 cst p-acp av pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi dt ord n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 213
2569 and the triall of the iustifying faith which is but one, and therefore worketh alike in all which are partakers of it, and the trial of the justifying faith which is but one, and Therefore works alike in all which Are partakers of it, cc dt n1 pp-f dt vvg n1 r-crq vbz p-acp crd, cc av vvz av-j p-acp d r-crq vbr n2 pp-f pn31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 213
2570 though not in the like measure, and withall marke how farre the holy ghost doth differ in setting forth a righteous man from the common manner of worldlings, though not in the like measure, and withal mark how Far the holy ghost does differ in setting forth a righteous man from the Common manner of worldlings, cs xx p-acp dt j n1, cc av vvb c-crq av-j dt j n1 vdz vvi p-acp vvg av dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 213
2571 whereas he taketh it to be the chiefe worke which respecteth God himselfe & his truth: whereas he Takes it to be the chief work which respecteth God himself & his truth: cs pns31 vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi dt j-jn n1 r-crq vvz n1 px31 cc po31 n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 213
2572 they passe ouer that, and count it no matter though a man be an idolater, they pass over that, and count it no matter though a man be an idolater, pns32 vvb p-acp d, cc vvb pn31 dx n1 cs dt n1 vbb dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 213
2573 or superstitious, or a swearer, which doeth not reuerence the name of God, so that hee be a friendly man to his friend, or superstitious, or a swearer, which doth not Reverence the name of God, so that he be a friendly man to his friend, cc j, cc dt n1, r-crq vdz xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, av cst pns31 vbb dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 213
2574 and such like, how great an enemie he be to the worde of God, it skilleth not: and such like, how great an enemy he be to the word of God, it skilleth not: cc d av-j, c-crq j dt n1 pns31 vbb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vvz xx: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 213
2575 these are bruit beasts without vnderstanding, verie Atheistes, which will say plainly they can see no difference betweene the papists and the professours of the gospell: these Are bruit beasts without understanding, very Atheists, which will say plainly they can see no difference between the Papists and the professors of the gospel: d vbr n1 n2 p-acp n1, j n2, r-crq vmb vvi av-j pns32 vmb vvi dx n1 p-acp dt vvz cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 214
2576 both because they are not able to iudge of doctrine, and also that they look but vnto men. both Because they Are not able to judge of Doctrine, and also that they look but unto men. d c-acp pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi pp-f n1, cc av cst pns32 vvb cc-acp p-acp n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 214
2577 Now let vs come to the second thing wherein they erre, and which this text doth confute sharply: Now let us come to the second thing wherein they err, and which this text does confute sharply: av vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt ord n1 c-crq pns32 vvb, cc r-crq d n1 vdz vvi av-j: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 214
2578 they suppose (as I told ye) that men are to haue no further regard but to this, not to hurt, passing by all those duties, wherein they are to doe good vnto their brethren, not duly considering how the lawe of God doth not only bind vs to abstaine from hurting our neighbour, they suppose (as I told you) that men Are to have no further regard but to this, not to hurt, passing by all those duties, wherein they Are to do good unto their brothers, not duly considering how the law of God does not only bind us to abstain from hurting our neighbour, pns32 vvb (c-acp pns11 vvd pn22) d n2 vbr pc-acp vhi dx jc n1 cc-acp p-acp d, xx pc-acp vvi, vvg p-acp d d n2, c-crq pns32 vbr pc-acp vdi j p-acp po32 n2, xx av-jn vvg c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz xx av-j vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg po12 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 214
2579 but also doth most straigtly tie vs to doe all good deeds vnto them: but also does most straigtly tie us to do all good Deeds unto them: cc-acp av vdz av-ds av-j vvb pno12 pc-acp vdi d j n2 p-acp pno32: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 214
2580 so that he is guilty before God, not only which committeth that which the lawe forbiddeth, so that he is guilty before God, not only which Committeth that which the law forbiddeth, av cst pns31 vbz j p-acp np1, xx av-j r-crq vvz d r-crq dt n1 vvz, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 214
2581 but also which leaueth the thing vndone which the law inioyneth. Now then because the true faith bringeth vs to haue care to obey God wholly. but also which Leaveth the thing undone which the law enjoin. Now then Because the true faith brings us to have care to obey God wholly. cc-acp av r-crq vvz dt n1 vvn r-crq dt n1 vvb. av av c-acp dt j n1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vhi n1 pc-acp vvi np1 av-jn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 214
2582 Saint lames requireth that a man should shewe his faith, not onely by leauing that which is euill, Saint lames requires that a man should show his faith, not only by leaving that which is evil, n1 vvz vvz d dt n1 vmd vvi po31 n1, xx av-j p-acp vvg d r-crq vbz j-jn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 214
2583 but also by the perfourmance of that which is good: for thus he saith, Shew me thy faith by thy deeds: but also by the performance of that which is good: for thus he Says, Show me thy faith by thy Deeds: cc-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vbz j: c-acp av pns31 vvz, vvb pno11 po21 n1 p-acp po21 n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 214
2584 and that faith which is without workes is dead. and that faith which is without works is dead. cc d n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n2 vbz j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 214
2585 Here by the way obserue by comparison, how farre off are those from grace, which swarme full of vncleane vices, Here by the Way observe by comparison, how Far off Are those from grace, which swarm full of unclean vices, av p-acp dt n1 vvb p-acp n1, c-crq av-j a-acp vbr d p-acp n1, r-crq n1 j pp-f j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 214
2586 and their whole race is nothing but a continuall sinning: and their Whole raze is nothing but a continual sinning: cc po32 j-jn n1 vbz pix p-acp dt j vvg: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 214
2587 whereas this is euidently here prooued, that such men as carrie a great shewe of vprightnes, in refraining from sundrie vices, are still without testimonie of true beleefe, whereas this is evidently Here proved, that such men as carry a great show of uprightness, in refraining from sundry vices, Are still without testimony of true belief, cs d vbz av-j av vvn, cst d n2 c-acp vvb dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg p-acp j n2, vbr av p-acp n1 pp-f j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 214
2588 because their holy deeds doe not appeare, for when as the holy scriptures doe testifie, that the heart is purified by faith, that those are borne againe in the new and spirituall birth, that they are new creatures, Because their holy Deeds do not appear, for when as the holy Scriptures do testify, that the heart is purified by faith, that those Are born again in the new and spiritual birth, that they Are new creatures, c-acp po32 j n2 vdb xx vvi, c-acp c-crq p-acp dt j n2 vdb vvi, cst dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, cst d vbr vvn av p-acp dt j cc j n1, cst pns32 vbr j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 215
2589 and haue a new heart, and a right spirit, created and renued in them, it must needs be that they are prepared vnto euery good worke, they haue not only put off the olde man with his corrupt lustes, and have a new heart, and a right Spirit, created and renewed in them, it must needs be that they Are prepared unto every good work, they have not only put off the old man with his corrupt lusts, cc vhb dt j n1, cc dt j-jn n1, vvn cc vvd p-acp pno32, pn31 vmb av vbi d pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d j n1, pns32 vhb xx av-j vvn a-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 215
2590 but haue also put on the new man, which is created in righteousnes & true holines: but have also put on the new man, which is created in righteousness & true holiness: cc-acp vhb av vvn p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1 cc j n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 215
2591 & as they haue walked in darkenes, so now they walke in the light. & as they have walked in darkness, so now they walk in the Light. cc c-acp pns32 vhb vvn p-acp n1, av av pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 215
2592 There is one step yet further in this matter, I trust that as yee will confesse this, That if those doe not beleeue well which haue no good workes to shewe, There is one step yet further in this matter, I trust that as ye will confess this, That if those do not believe well which have no good works to show, pc-acp vbz crd n1 av av-jc p-acp d n1, pns11 vvb d c-acp pn22 vmb vvi d, cst cs d vdb xx vvi av r-crq vhb dx j n2 pc-acp vvi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 215
2593 although they bee in some things vpright, and much more the foule & filthy liuers which dishonour God and his truth: although they be in Some things upright, and much more the foul & filthy livers which dishonour God and his truth: cs pns32 vbb p-acp d n2 av-j, cc av-d av-dc dt j cc j n2 r-crq n1 np1 cc po31 n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 215
2594 so ye will also be brought to see, that those miserable men are yet further off, which barke against this holy doctrine, so you will also be brought to see, that those miserable men Are yet further off, which bark against this holy Doctrine, av pn22 vmb av vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, cst d j n2 vbr av av-j a-acp, r-crq n1 p-acp d j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 215
2595 and can not abide that a man should say to the wicked and vngodly, thou art in the way to hell, thou shalt die the death, and can not abide that a man should say to the wicked and ungodly, thou art in the Way to hell, thou shalt die the death, cc vmb xx vvi cst dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt j cc j, pns21 vb2r p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 215
2596 if thou returne not from these euils. They may thunder and raile against men, and say they vtter damnation: if thou return not from these evils. They may thunder and rail against men, and say they utter damnation: cs pns21 vvb xx p-acp d n2-jn. pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp n2, cc vvb pns32 vvb n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 215
2597 but let them looke if they can quench the light which the holy ghost hath giuen in this text. but let them look if they can quench the Light which the holy ghost hath given in this text. cc-acp vvb pno32 vvi cs pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 r-crq dt j n1 vhz vvn p-acp d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 215
2598 Let vs returne to the former matter againe. Wee must not only abstaine frō euil, but also do good: Let us return to the former matter again. we must not only abstain from evil, but also do good: vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt j n1 av. pns12 vmb xx av-j vvi p-acp j-jn, cc-acp av vdb j: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 215
2599 there be many likewise deceiued in their doing good, restraining it to the baser and lesser part: there be many likewise deceived in their doing good, restraining it to the baser and lesser part: pc-acp vbi d av vvn p-acp po32 vdg j, vvg pn31 p-acp dt jc cc jc n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 215
2600 they looke but vnto the bodies of their brethren, and suppose they are to haue no further regard but of them, to relieue and ease the miseries of the flesh, let the soule be neuer so blind, neuer so sick, in neuer so great danger of eternall destruction, they haue no pitie of that, which doeth bewray that they see no further then this life, they haue no true loue nor pitie in them, they look but unto the bodies of their brothers, and suppose they Are to have no further regard but of them, to relieve and ease the misery's of the Flesh, let the soul be never so blind, never so sick, in never so great danger of Eternal destruction, they have no pity of that, which doth bewray that they see no further then this life, they have no true love nor pity in them, pns32 vvb cc-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, cc vvb pns32 vbr pc-acp vhi dx jc n1 cc-acp pp-f pno32, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb dt n1 vbb av-x av j, av-x av j, p-acp av-x av j n1 pp-f j n1, pns32 vhb dx n1 pp-f d, r-crq vdz vvi cst pns32 vvb av-dx av-jc cs d n1, pns32 vhb dx j n1 ccx n1 p-acp pno32, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 216
2601 for then would they loue the soules of men, which are so precious, they would pitie the wofull miserie that they be in. for then would they love the Souls of men, which Are so precious, they would pity the woeful misery that they be in. c-acp av vmd pns32 vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, r-crq vbr av j, pns32 vmd vvi dt j n1 cst pns32 vbb p-acp. (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 216
2602 For how absurd a thing is this, that one should be carefull to case the calamitie which lasteth but for a day, For how absurd a thing is this, that one should be careful to case the calamity which lasteth but for a day, p-acp c-crq j dt n1 vbz d, cst pi vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq vvz cc-acp p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 216
2603 and not respect that which is eternall? I must therfore here againe admonish ye, that such as will haue proofe of their faith by good workes, must exercise the same as well to the soules as to the bodies of men, and not respect that which is Eternal? I must Therefore Here again admonish you, that such as will have proof of their faith by good works, must exercise the same as well to the Souls as to the bodies of men, cc xx vvi d r-crq vbz j? pns11 vmb av av av vvi pn22, cst d c-acp vmb vhi n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp j n2, vmb vvi dt d c-acp av p-acp dt n2 a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 216
2604 and because therin doth stand the greatest loue of all other, they are therein to shew themselues most earnest. and Because therein does stand the greatest love of all other, they Are therein to show themselves most earnest. cc c-acp av vdz vvi dt js n1 pp-f d n-jn, pns32 vbr av pc-acp vvi px32 av-ds j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 216
2605 There is no more excellent note of faith, and of the true feare and loue of God, There is no more excellent note of faith, and of the true Fear and love of God, pc-acp vbz dx av-dc j n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 216
2606 then when a man is grieued, and mourneth to see men out of the way to life, running headlong in their sinnes vnto destruction, then when a man is grieved, and Mourneth to see men out of the Way to life, running headlong in their Sins unto destruction, av c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, cc vvz pc-acp vvi n2 av pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, vvg av-j p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 216
2607 and when as he doth in loue and pitie admonish them, and seeke by instruction to draw them out of the snares of the deuill. and when as he does in love and pity admonish them, and seek by instruction to draw them out of the snares of the Devil. cc c-crq c-acp pns31 vdz p-acp n1 cc n1 vvb pno32, cc vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 216
2608 On the contrary side, hee can neuer say he hath any droppe of grace, which delighteth and sporteth himselfe, at the lewde and wanton behauiour of other men. On the contrary side, he can never say he hath any drop of grace, which delights and sporteth himself, At the lewd and wanton behaviour of other men. p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns31 vmb av-x vvi pns31 vhz d n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz cc vvz px31, p-acp dt j cc j-jn n1 pp-f j-jn n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 216
2609 Iudge deare brethren these Cockbraines, which can not be merrie, but at the sinfull and prophane speeches of vaine men: Judge deer brothers these Cockbrains, which can not be merry, but At the sinful and profane Speeches of vain men: n1 j-jn n2 d npg1, r-crq vmb xx vbi j, cc-acp p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f j n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 217
2610 doe they shew the fruites of faith? Those abominable beasts, which delight to make men dronk, to the intent they may laugh: do they show the fruits of faith? Those abominable beasts, which delight to make men drunk, to the intent they may laugh: vdb pns32 vvi dt n2 pp-f n1? d j n2, r-crq n1 pc-acp vvi n2 vvn, p-acp dt n1 pns32 vmb vvi: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 217
2611 are they of GOD, or of the diuell? We must diligently exercise the contrarie, labouring to draw one another to God: Are they of GOD, or of the Devil? We must diligently exercise the contrary, labouring to draw one Another to God: vbr pns32 pp-f np1, cc pp-f dt n1? pns12 vmb av-j vvi dt n-jn, vvg pc-acp vvi pi j-jn p-acp np1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 217
2612 and to conuert their soules which goe astray: which is the speciall and chiefe good work that we can doe vnto men. and to convert their Souls which go astray: which is the special and chief good work that we can do unto men. cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2 r-crq vvb av: r-crq vbz dt j cc j-jn j n1 cst pns12 vmb vdi p-acp n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 217
2613 To feed the hungrie, to clothe the naked, to visit the sicke, and those which are in bonds, to open as it were the bowels of mercie and compassion to all that are in miserie, are very excellent and glorious fruites of faith, To feed the hungry, to cloth the naked, to visit the sick, and those which Are in bonds, to open as it were the bowels of mercy and compassion to all that Are in misery, Are very excellent and glorious fruits of faith, p-acp vvi dt j, pc-acp vvi dt j, pc-acp vvi dt j, cc d r-crq vbr p-acp n2, p-acp j c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp d cst vbr p-acp n1, vbr av j cc j n2 pp-f n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 217
2614 and haue great promises of reward in the holie Scriptures; and have great promises of reward in the holy Scriptures; cc vhb j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 217
2615 yet are they not comparable to these, when the soule is sicke in prison, and in the chaines of Satan, to visit and releeue it. yet Are they not comparable to these, when the soul is sick in prison, and in the chains of Satan, to visit and relieve it. av vbr pns32 xx j p-acp d, c-crq dt n1 vbz j p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 217
2616 When it is pining away for want of heauenly foode, to minister vnto it: When it is pining away for want of heavenly food, to minister unto it: c-crq pn31 vbz vvg av p-acp n1 pp-f j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 217
2617 when it is full of grieuous sores and deadly wounds, to giue holesome medicines and salues vnto it, to mourne with the bowels of pitie and compassion for it. when it is full of grievous sores and deadly wounds, to give wholesome medicines and Salves unto it, to mourn with the bowels of pity and compassion for it. c-crq pn31 vbz j pp-f j n2 cc j n2, pc-acp vvi j n2 cc n2 p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 217
2618 From hence it ariseth that all true faithfull hearts doe sobbe and groane with sorrow, From hence it arises that all true faithful hearts do sob and groan with sorrow, p-acp av pn31 vvz cst d j j n2 vdb vvi cc n1 p-acp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 217
2619 when they see men left without instruction and when they behold the desolations and ruines of the Church, it doth pinch them euen at the heart, it causeth bitter teares to flow out of their eyes, when they see men left without instruction and when they behold the desolations and ruins of the Church, it does pinch them even At the heart, it Causes bitter tears to flow out of their eyes, c-crq pns32 vvb n2 vvn p-acp n1 cc c-crq pns32 vvb dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vdz vvi pno32 av p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz j n2 pc-acp vvi av pp-f po32 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 217
2620 when they behold any famine & death of the food of life: when they behold any famine & death of the food of life: c-crq pns32 vvb d n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 217
2621 and when they see them runne from sea to sea, & from the one end of the land to the other to seeke for it. and when they see them run from sea to sea, & from the one end of the land to the other to seek for it. cc c-crq pns32 vvb pno32 vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 217
2622 When they see the young man and the beautifull virgin perish for thirst, he that shall deny this, When they see the young man and the beautiful Virgae perish for thirst, he that shall deny this, c-crq pns32 vvb dt j n1 cc dt j n1 vvi p-acp n1, pns31 cst vmb vvi d, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 218
2623 or stand in doubt thereof, neuer knew as yet what the vse and benefite of the worde is, or stand in doubt thereof, never knew as yet what the use and benefit of the word is, cc vvb p-acp n1 av, av-x vvd a-acp av q-crq dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 218
2624 nor yet what that loue in the spirit is, which the Lord commendeth vnto vs. I might here stand long in particulars, to shew the crueltie of those parents, which suffer their children to be without the knowledge of God, nor yet what that love in the Spirit is, which the Lord commends unto us I might Here stand long in particulars, to show the cruelty of those Parents, which suffer their children to be without the knowledge of God, ccx av q-crq cst n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz, r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pno12 pns11 vmd av vvi av-j p-acp n2-j, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq vvb po32 n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 218
2625 and to perish in their sinnes. and to perish in their Sins. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 218
2626 For one of the chiefe fruits of their faith doth stand in this which the Apostle commaundeth. For one of the chief fruits of their faith does stand in this which the Apostle commandeth. p-acp crd pp-f dt j-jn n2 pp-f po32 n1 vdz vvi p-acp d r-crq dt n1 vvz. (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 218
2627 Fathers prouoke not your children to wrath, but bring them vp in the nurture and instruction of the Lord. Father's provoke not your children to wrath, but bring them up in the nurture and instruction of the Lord. n2 vvi xx po22 n2 p-acp n1, cc-acp vvb pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 218
2628 For those which haue the riches and wealth of the world, the holie Ghost faith: For those which have the riches and wealth of the world, the holy Ghost faith: p-acp d r-crq vhb dt n2 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j n1 n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 218
2629 He that hath this worlds good, and seeth his brother stand in neede, and shutteth vp his compassion from him, He that hath this world's good, and sees his brother stand in need, and shutteth up his compassion from him, pns31 cst vhz d n2 j, cc vvz po31 n1 vvi p-acp n1, cc vvz a-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 218
2630 how dwelleth the loue of God in him? If this bee true, that the rich men of the world doe not loue GOD when they will not part with their riches, to relieue that miserable carcase of their brethren: how dwells the love of God in him? If this be true, that the rich men of the world do not love GOD when they will not part with their riches, to relieve that miserable carcase of their brothers: q-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31? cs d vbb j, cst dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 vdb xx vvi np1 c-crq pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f po32 n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 218
2631 then doubtlesse it is a more strong argument against them, when as so many soules perish, then doubtless it is a more strong argument against them, when as so many Souls perish, av av-j pn31 vbz dt av-dc j n1 p-acp pno32, c-crq c-acp av d n2 vvi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 218
2632 for want of good and pure instruction, which by their wealth they might procure, if they did not make more account of their riches, for want of good and pure instruction, which by their wealth they might procure, if they did not make more account of their riches, p-acp n1 pp-f j cc j n1, r-crq p-acp po32 n1 pns32 vmd vvi, cs pns32 vdd xx vvi dc n1 pp-f po32 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 218
2633 then of the saluation of men. Gods word pronounceth them blessed, which imploy their goods to feede the poore: then of the salvation of men. God's word pronounceth them blessed, which employ their goods to feed the poor: av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2. npg1 n1 vvz pno32 vvn, r-crq vvb po32 n2-j pc-acp vvi dt j: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 218
2634 then how much more blessed a thing is it when they are imployed to the ministring of spirituall foode, which neuer perisheth? But let vs come to those which haue the charge of soules, what is the principall good worke, which they are to shewe their faith by: then how much more blessed a thing is it when they Are employed to the ministering of spiritual food, which never Perishes? But let us come to those which have the charge of Souls, what is the principal good work, which they Are to show their faith by: av c-crq av-d av-dc vvn dt n1 vbz pn31 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f j n1, r-crq av-x vvz? cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi p-acp d r-crq vhb dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vbz dt j-jn j n1, r-crq pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 219
2635 and wherein they are to declare their loue towards Christ and his Church. Simon Ioanna louest thou me? Feede my sheepe, feede my Lambes, feede my sheepe. and wherein they Are to declare their love towards christ and his Church. Simon Joanna love thou me? Feed my sheep, feed my Lambs, feed my sheep. cc c-crq pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1. np1 np1 vvb pns21 pno11? vvb po11 n1, vvb po11 n2, vvb po11 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 219
2636 When as therefore the hireling, the idle drone, and the idoll shepheard haue the flocke of the sheepe and lambes of Christ, When as Therefore the hireling, the idle drone, and the idol shepherd have the flock of the sheep and Lambs of christ, c-crq c-acp av dt n1, dt j n1, cc dt n1 n1 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n2 pp-f np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 219
2637 and doe not feede them, or at the least doe so feede them, that they are neuer the better: and do not feed them, or At the least doe so feed them, that they Are never the better: cc vdb xx vvi pno32, cc p-acp dt ds n1 av vvi pno32, cst pns32 vbr av-x dt av-jc: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 219
2638 where is the faith which they boast of? is it any other then the dead faith and the faith of Diuels? Whosoeuer therefore will haue the testimonie of his faith in this calling, hee must execute the office as the Scripture bindeth him. where is the faith which they boast of? is it any other then the dead faith and the faith of Devils? Whosoever Therefore will have the testimony of his faith in this calling, he must execute the office as the Scripture binds him. c-crq vbz dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb pp-f? vbz pn31 d j-jn av dt j n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n2? r-crq av vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n-vvg, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz pno31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 219
2639 Is it possible that he can giue credit to the word of God, and bee of a right beleefe, Is it possible that he can give credit to the word of God, and be of a right belief, vbz pn31 j cst pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vbi pp-f dt j-jn n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 219
2640 and not regarde this? The rest of his good deedes, whereby some man will say he doth shew his faith, are no good deedes: and not regard this? The rest of his good Deeds, whereby Some man will say he does show his faith, Are no good Deeds: cc xx vvi d? dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2, c-crq d n1 vmb vvi pns31 vdz vvi po31 n1, vbr dx j n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 219
2641 for if hee did them of loue towards God and his brethren, would hee not then doe that, wherein his loue to both should most of all shew it selfe? Can he loue God, for if he did them of love towards God and his brothers, would he not then do that, wherein his love to both should most of all show it self? Can he love God, c-acp cs pns31 vdd pno32 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n2, vmd pns31 xx av vdi d, c-crq po31 n1 p-acp d vmd av-ds pp-f d vvb pn31 n1? vmb pns31 vvi np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 219
2642 and hate God? Can he loue men, and hate men? Or can hee loue God, and hate God? Can he love men, and hate men? Or can he love God, cc vvb np1? vmb pns31 vvi n2, cc vvi n2? cc vmb pns31 vvi np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 219
2643 and not regarde to doe his will? Or can hee loue men, and not care for the saluation of their soules? O my brethren, who cannot say to such a man, Shew me thy faith by thy workes? Who will bee so blind as to thinke such are in good case? and not regard to do his will? Or can he love men, and not care for the salvation of their Souls? O my brothers, who cannot say to such a man, Show me thy faith by thy works? Who will be so blind as to think such Are in good case? cc xx vvi pc-acp vdi po31 n1? cc vmb pns31 vvi n2, cc xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2? sy po11 n2, r-crq vmbx vvi p-acp d dt n1, vvb pno11 po21 n1 p-acp po21 n2? q-crq vmb vbi av j c-acp pc-acp vvi d vbr p-acp j n1? (13) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 219
2644 I will now draw towards an ende, onely by this place exhorting euery man while GOD giueth him time and abilitie, to giue himselfe to the exercise of good workes, and the seruice of God. I will now draw towards an end, only by this place exhorting every man while GOD gives him time and ability, to give himself to the exercise of good works, and the service of God. pns11 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1, av-j p-acp d n1 vvg d n1 cs np1 vvz pno31 n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc dt n1 pp-f np1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 220
2645 And deare brethren, what should make vs so slack, considering how short our time is, and how great reasons there are to perswade vs: And deer brothers, what should make us so slack, considering how short our time is, and how great Reasons there Are to persuade us: cc j-jn n2, r-crq vmd vvi pno12 av vvi, vvg c-crq j po12 n1 vbz, cc c-crq j n2 pc-acp vbr pc-acp vvi pno12: (13) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 220
2646 as first to begin with that, which is taught in this place: as First to begin with that, which is taught in this place: c-acp ord pc-acp vvi p-acp d, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 220
2647 Is it not a marueilous blessing to haue the witnesse of our faith? Is it not a miserable curse, to be without the true peace of conscience, Is it not a marvelous blessing to have the witness of our faith? Is it not a miserable curse, to be without the true peace of conscience, vbz pn31 xx dt j n1 pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1? vbz pn31 xx dt j n1, pc-acp vbi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 220
2648 and to abide still in doubt? Doeth not God promise vs also, although wee can deserue nothing, and to abide still in doubt? Doth not God promise us also, although we can deserve nothing, cc pc-acp vvi av p-acp n1? vdz xx np1 vvb pno12 av, cs pns12 vmb vvi pix, (13) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 220
2649 but when we haue done all that we can, wee are still vnprofitable seruants, that all our good workes shall be rewarded, euen to a cup of colde water, which is giuen for his sake? Make ye bagges which neuer waxe olde, but when we have done all that we can, we Are still unprofitable Servants, that all our good works shall be rewarded, even to a cup of cold water, which is given for his sake? Make you bags which never wax old, cc-acp c-crq pns12 vhb vdn d cst pns12 vmb, pns12 vbr av j n2, cst d po12 j n2 vmb vbi vvn, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1? n1 pn22 n2 r-crq av-x vvb j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 220
2650 or treasure which neuer faileth in heauen, &c. Shall not the promise of rewarde mooue vs? Goe further, or treasure which never Faileth in heaven, etc. Shall not the promise of reward move us? Go further, cc n1 r-crq av-x vvz p-acp n1, av vmb xx dt n1 pp-f n1 vvb pno12? vvb av-jc, (13) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 220
2651 how deare and precious ought the name of our God to bee vnto vs? how much ought it to delight vs to heare it magnified? how much ought wee to abhorre to see it stained and dishonoured? Is not his name honoured, how deer and precious ought the name of our God to be unto us? how much ought it to delight us to hear it magnified? how much ought we to abhor to see it stained and dishonoured? Is not his name honoured, c-crq j-jn cc j vmd dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp pno12? q-crq d pi pn31 p-acp n1 pno12 pc-acp vvi pn31 vvd? q-crq d vmd pns12 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 vvd cc vvn? vbz xx po31 n1 vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 220
2652 when those which call vpon him, are fruitfull in good workes? Herein saith Christ, is my Father glorified, that ye goe and bring foorth much fruit. when those which call upon him, Are fruitful in good works? Herein Says christ, is my Father glorified, that you go and bring forth much fruit. c-crq d r-crq vvb p-acp pno31, vbr j p-acp j n2? av vvz np1, vbz po11 n1 vvn, cst pn22 vvb cc vvi av d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 220
2653 Also he saith, Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good workes, and glorifie your father which is in heauen. Also he Says, Let your Light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and Glorify your father which is in heaven. av pns31 vvz, vvb po22 n1 av vvi p-acp n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi po22 j n2, cc vvi po22 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 220
2654 Is not Gods name dishonoured by the euil conuersation of those which professe his word? Saith not Saint Paul, The name of God is euill spoken of, through you, among the heathen? Ought not the Gospell to be deare vnto vs? Is it not in the mouth of the greatest number of worldlings, Is not God's name dishonoured by the evil Conversation of those which profess his word? Says not Saint Paul, The name of God is evil spoken of, through you, among the heathen? Ought not the Gospel to be deer unto us? Is it not in the Mouth of the greatest number of worldlings, vbz xx npg1 n1 vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f d r-crq vvb po31 n1? vvz xx n1 np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j-jn vvn pp-f, p-acp pn22, p-acp dt j-jn? vmd xx dt n1 pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp pno12? vbz pn31 xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js n1 pp-f n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 221
2655 when they see the euill deedes of professors? Loe, these are your Gospellers, here is their holie doctrine, these are they which hunt after Sermons, ye may see what they are, when they see the evil Deeds of professors? Loe, these Are your Evangelists, Here is their holy Doctrine, these Are they which hunt After Sermons, you may see what they Are, c-crq pns32 vvb dt j-jn n2 pp-f n2? np1, d vbr po22 n2, av vbz po32 j n1, d vbr pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp n2, pn22 vmb vvi r-crq pns32 vbr, (13) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 221
2656 and what their teaching is, they haue as fewe good workes as other men, they are all in wordes. and what their teaching is, they have as few good works as other men, they Are all in words. cc r-crq po32 n-vvg vbz, pns32 vhb c-acp d j n2 p-acp j-jn n2, pns32 vbr d p-acp n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 221
2657 O wretches, shall not these things mooue vs to let the world see our faith and loue towards God, by our good works? Likewise, is there any greater loue which can bee shewed towards men, O wretches, shall not these things move us to let the world see our faith and love towards God, by our good works? Likewise, is there any greater love which can be showed towards men, sy n2, vmb xx d n2 vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvb po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, p-acp po12 j n2? av, vbz pc-acp d jc n1 r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 221
2658 then when they shall be mooued by our good deeds, to glorifie God in the day of their visitation, then when they shall be moved by our good Deeds, to Glorify God in the day of their Visitation, av c-crq pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po12 j n2, pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 221
2659 when our godly dealing shall cause them to confesse that it is an holie religion which wee professe, when our godly dealing shall cause them to confess that it is an holy Religion which we profess, c-crq po12 j n-vvg vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi cst pn31 vbz dt j n1 r-crq pns12 vvb, (13) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 221
2660 and so giue eare and ioyne themselues vnto the same? O happie man which by his holie life is a meane to draw others from their euill waies, and so give ear and join themselves unto the same? O happy man which by his holy life is a mean to draw Others from their evil ways, cc av vvb n1 cc vvi px32 p-acp dt d? sy j n1 r-crq p-acp po31 j n1 vbz dt j pc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp po32 j-jn n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 221
2661 and to bring them to bee schollers in the same schoole that he is. and to bring them to be Scholars in the same school that he is. cc pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp dt d n1 cst pns31 vbz. (13) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 221
2662 Contrariwise, what a wofull and miserable wretch is that which slaundereth and dishonoureth the holie worde by his sinfull life, which driueth other from it, Contrariwise, what a woeful and miserable wretch is that which Slandereth and Dishonors the holy word by his sinful life, which Driveth other from it, av, q-crq dt j cc j n1 vbz d r-crq vvz cc vvz dt j n1 p-acp po31 j n1, r-crq vvz j-jn p-acp pn31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 221
2663 and so thrusteth them on headlong to destruction. and so thrusts them on headlong to destruction. cc av vvz pno32 a-acp av-j p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 221
2664 Ovncharitable man, shal not the bloud of such in some sort be laide to thy charge, Ovncharitable man, shall not the blood of such in Some sort be laid to thy charge, j n1, vmb xx dt n1 pp-f d p-acp d n1 vbi vvn p-acp po21 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 221
2665 when thou driuest them from the Lorde and his trueth, as much as lyeth in thee, when thou drivest them from the Lord and his truth, as much as lies in thee, c-crq pns21 vv2 pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n1, c-acp d c-acp vvz p-acp pno21, (13) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 221
2666 and driuest them headlong to destruction. I might proceede to many particulars, but then I should be ouer tedious. and drivest them headlong to destruction. I might proceed to many particulars, but then I should be over tedious. cc vv2 pno32 j p-acp n1. pns11 vmd vvi p-acp d n2-j, cc-acp av pns11 vmd vbi a-acp j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 222
2667 The Lord plant these things in our hearts, and giue vs grace to continue in all goodnesse to our liues ende, to his glorie, and our eternall comfort. Amen. FINIS. The Lord plant these things in our hearts, and give us grace to continue in all Goodness to our lives end, to his glory, and our Eternal Comfort. Amen. FINIS. dt n1 vvb d n2 p-acp po12 n2, cc vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp po12 ng1 n1, p-acp po31 n1, cc po12 j n1. uh-n. fw-la. (13) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 222
2668 A Sermon on the third Chapter of Saint James. The Text. vers. 1, 2, 3, &c. 1 Be not many masters, my brethren, knowing that wee shall receiue the greater condemnation. A Sermon on the third Chapter of Saint James. The Text. vers. 1, 2, 3, etc. 1 Be not many Masters, my brothers, knowing that we shall receive the greater condemnation. dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n1 np1. dt np1 fw-la. crd, crd, crd, av crd vbb xx d n2, po11 n2, vvg cst pns12 vmb vvi dt jc n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 223
2669 2 For in many things wee sinne all. 2 For in many things we sin all. crd c-acp p-acp d n2 pns12 vvb d. (14) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 223
2670 If any man sinne not in word, he is a perfect man, and able to bridle the whole bodie. If any man sin not in word, he is a perfect man, and able to bridle the Whole body. cs d n1 vvb xx p-acp n1, pns31 vbz dt j n1, cc j pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 223
2671 3 Beholde, wee put bits into the horses mouthes, that they should obey vs, and we turne about all their bodie. 3 Behold, we put bits into the Horses mouths, that they should obey us, and we turn about all their body. crd vvb, pns12 vvb n2 p-acp dt n2 n2, cst pns32 vmd vvi pno12, cc pns12 vvb p-acp d po32 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 223
2672 4 Behold also the ships, which though they bee so great, and are driuen of fierce windes, 4 Behold also the ships, which though they be so great, and Are driven of fierce winds, crd vvb av dt n2, r-crq cs pns32 vbb av j, cc vbr vvn pp-f j n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 223
2673 yet are they turned about with a very small rudder, whither soeuer the gouernour listeth. 5 Euen so the tongue is a little member, and boasteth of great things. yet Are they turned about with a very small rudder, whither soever the governor lists. 5 Even so the tongue is a little member, and boasts of great things. av vbr pns32 vvn a-acp p-acp dt j j n1, c-crq av dt n1 vvz. crd av av dt n1 vbz dt j n1, cc vvz pp-f j n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 223
2674 Behold how great a thing a little fire kindleth. 6 And the tongue is fire, yea a world of wickednesse: Behold how great a thing a little fire kindleth. 6 And the tongue is fire, yea a world of wickedness: vvb c-crq j dt n1 dt j n1 vvz. crd cc dt n1 vbz n1, uh dt n1 pp-f n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 223
2675 so is the tongue set among our members that it defileth the whole bodie, and setteth on fire the course of nature, so is the tongue Set among our members that it Defileth the Whole body, and sets on fire the course of nature, av vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp po12 n2 cst pn31 vvz dt j-jn n1, cc vvz p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 224
2676 and is it selfe set on fire of hell. 7 For the whole nature of wilde beasts, and of birds, and of creeping things, and is it self Set on fire of hell. 7 For the Whole nature of wild beasts, and of Birds, and of creeping things, cc vbz pn31 n1 vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1. crd p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f j n2, cc pp-f n2, cc pp-f j-vvg n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 224
2677 and of things of the sea is tamed, and hath been tamed of the nature of man. and of things of the sea is tamed, and hath been tamed of the nature of man. cc pp-f n2 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn, cc vhz vbn vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 224
2678 8 But the tongue can no man tame, it is an vnrulie euill full of deadlie poyson. 8 But the tongue can no man tame, it is an unruly evil full of deadly poison. crd p-acp dt n1 vmb dx n1 j, pn31 vbz dt j j-jn j pp-f j n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 224
2679 9 Therewith blesse wee God euen the father, and therewith curse we men, which are made after the image of God. 9 Therewith bless we God even the father, and therewith curse we men, which Are made After the image of God. crd av vvb pns12 n1 av-j dt n1, cc av vvb pns12 n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 224
2680 10 Out of one mouth proceedeth blessing and cursing: my brethren, these things ought not so to be. 10 Out of one Mouth Proceedeth blessing and cursing: my brothers, these things ought not so to be. crd av pp-f crd n1 vvz n1 cc vvg: po11 n2, d n2 vmd xx av pc-acp vbi. (14) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 224
2681 11 Doth a fountaine send forth at one place sweet water and bitter? 11 Does a fountain send forth At one place sweet water and bitter? crd vdz dt n1 vvb av p-acp crd n1 j n1 cc j? (14) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 224
2682 12 Can the figge-tree, my brethren, bring foorth oliues either a vine figges? so can no fountaine make both salt water and sweet. 12 Can the Fig tree, my brothers, bring forth Olive either a vine figs? so can no fountain make both salt water and sweet. crd vmb dt n1, po11 n2, vvb av n2 d dt n1 n2? av vmb dx n1 vvi d n1 n1 cc j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 224
2683 THis portion of holie Scripture, beloued in the Lord, containeth in it two things. The one of them is a precept against rigorous iudging of our brethren: THis portion of holy Scripture, Beloved in the Lord, Containeth in it two things. The one of them is a precept against rigorous judging of our brothers: d n1 pp-f j n1, vvn p-acp dt n1, vvz p-acp pn31 crd n2. dt crd pp-f pno32 vbz dt n1 p-acp j vvg pp-f po12 n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 224
2684 the other is for the ordering and guiding of the tongue in generall. the other is for the ordering and guiding of the tongue in general. dt n-jn vbz p-acp dt n-vvg cc n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 224
2685 Men offend generally and commonly in them both, and the offences therein committed bee not light, Men offend generally and commonly in them both, and the offences therein committed be not Light, np1 vvb av-j cc av-j p-acp pno32 d, cc dt n2 av vvn vbb xx j, (14) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 224
2686 but very heinous in the sight of God. but very heinous in the sighed of God. cc-acp av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 224
2687 As touching the former, how heinous it is it appeareth in this, that he saith, knowing that wee shall receiue the greater condemnation. As touching the former, how heinous it is it appears in this, that he Says, knowing that we shall receive the greater condemnation. p-acp vvg dt j, c-crq j pn31 vbz pn31 vvz p-acp d, cst pns31 vvz, vvg cst pns12 vmb vvi dt jc n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 223
2688 The hainousnesse of the offences committed in the other is manifest by the verie speeches of the Apostle, by which he setteth foorth the poison of the tongue. The heinousness of the offences committed in the other is manifest by the very Speeches of the Apostle, by which he sets forth the poison of the tongue. dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvn p-acp dt n-jn vbz j p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz av dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 223
2689 And in the first chapter of this Epistle, vers. 26. he saith, If anie man among you seeme to bee religious and bridleth not his tongue, And in the First chapter of this Epistle, vers. 26. he Says, If any man among you seem to be religious and bridleth not his tongue, cc p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, fw-la. crd pns31 vvz, cs d n1 p-acp pn22 vvb pc-acp vbi j cc vvz xx po31 n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 223
2690 but deceiueth his owne heart, that mans religion is vaine. but deceiveth his own heart, that men Religion is vain. cc-acp vvz po31 d n1, cst ng1 n1 vbz j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 223
2691 Heerby then it is euident that the matters be of great importance, and such as it standeth vs neerly vpon to be well instructed in: Hereby then it is evident that the matters be of great importance, and such as it Stands us nearly upon to be well instructed in: av av pn31 vbz j cst dt n2 vbb pp-f j n1, cc d c-acp pn31 vvz pno12 av-j p-acp pc-acp vbi av vvn p-acp: (14) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 223
2692 and therfore I pray you let vs hearken attentiuely to the voice of our God, and make conscience to obey the same: and Therefore I pray you let us harken attentively to the voice of our God, and make conscience to obey the same: cc av pns11 vvb pn22 vvb pno12 vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc vvi n1 pc-acp vvi dt d: (14) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 223
2693 for that is requisite also vnlesse we will deceiue our selues, as hee speaketh in the first chapter, touching such as be hearers of the word onlie, and not doers. for that is requisite also unless we will deceive our selves, as he speaks in the First chapter, touching such as be hearers of the word only, and not doers. c-acp d vbz j av cs pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt ord n1, vvg d c-acp vbb n2 pp-f dt n1 av-j, cc xx n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 223
2694 And doubtlesse hee that shall looke vpon the profession of the Gospel, which is at this day among men, And doubtless he that shall look upon the profession of the Gospel, which is At this day among men, cc av-j pns31 cst vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz p-acp d n1 p-acp n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 223
2695 and withall consider how common the vices of the tongue be, and what the Lord here pronounceth against them, it will euen abash and astonish him, and withal Consider how Common the vices of the tongue be, and what the Lord Here pronounceth against them, it will even abash and astonish him, cc av vvb c-crq j dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbi, cc q-crq dt n1 av vvz p-acp pno32, pn31 vmb av vvi cc vvi pno31, (14) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 223
2696 for he shall be euen forced to thinke that there is scarce any true religion to be found among men, seeing there be so few which are not rigorous Iudges; for he shall be even forced to think that there is scarce any true Religion to be found among men, seeing there be so few which Are not rigorous Judges; c-acp pns31 vmb vbi av-j vvn pc-acp vvi cst pc-acp vbz av-j d j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2, vvg pc-acp vbi av d r-crq vbr xx j n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 223
2697 and scarce any that doe bridle their tongue. and scarce any that do bridle their tongue. cc av-j d cst vdb vvi po32 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 223
2698 But let vs come to the words of the Text. Bee not many masters, my brethren, knowing we shall receiue the greater condemnation: But let us come to the words of the Text. be not many Masters, my brothers, knowing we shall receive the greater condemnation: p-acp vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np1 vbb xx d n2, po11 n2, vvg pns12 vmb vvi dt jc n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 223
2699 for in many thinges wee sinne all. Heere bee three braunches in this: the first is the precept, Be not manie masters, my brethren. for in many things we sin all. Here be three branches in this: the First is the precept, Be not many Masters, my brothers. c-acp p-acp d n2 pns12 vvb d. av vbi crd n2 p-acp d: dt ord vbz dt n1, vbb xx d n2, po11 n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 223
2700 The second is a threatening of terrible vengeance, if we do not eschewe that vice, which is in these words, Knowing that wee shall receiue the greater condemnation. The second is a threatening of terrible vengeance, if we do not eschew that vice, which is in these words, Knowing that we shall receive the greater condemnation. dt ord vbz dt n-vvg pp-f j n1, cs pns12 vdb xx vvi d n1, r-crq vbz p-acp d n2, vvg cst pns12 vmb vvi dt jc n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 224
2701 The third, rendreth a reason both whie men should not be rigorous and seucre in iudging their brethren, The third, rendereth a reason both why men should not be rigorous and seucre in judging their brothers, dt ord, vvz dt n1 av-d c-crq n2 vmd xx vbi j cc n1 p-acp vvg po32 n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 224
2702 and also that if they be, their iudgment shall bee the heauier before God, in these wordes, For in many thinges we sin all. and also that if they be, their judgement shall be the Heavier before God, in these words, For in many things we sin all. cc av cst cs pns32 vbb, po32 n1 vmb vbi dt jc p-acp np1, p-acp d n2, p-acp p-acp d n2 pns12 vvb d. (14) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 224
2703 Now to the first branch, which is the precept, Be not many masters. Saint lames speaketh somwhat darklie in this, Now to the First branch, which is the precept, Be not many Masters. Saint lames speaks somewhat darkly in this, av p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq vbz dt n1, vbb xx d n2. n1 vvz vvz av av-j p-acp d, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 224
2704 because Master, or masters, is a word of office in the Scriptures. Christ is called so, and rightlie, for he is the great master. Because Master, or Masters, is a word of office in the Scriptures. christ is called so, and rightly, for he is the great master. c-acp n1, cc n2, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2. np1 vbz vvn av, cc av-jn, c-acp pns31 vbz dt j n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 224
2705 Ye call me, saith he to his Apostles, Ioh 13. vers. 13. Ho didaskalos, master and Lord, You call me, Says he to his Apostles, John 13. vers. 13. Ho didaskalos, master and Lord, pn22 vvb pno11, vvz pns31 p-acp po31 n2, np1 crd fw-la. crd uh n2, n1 cc n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 224
2706 and ye say right, I am so: and you say right, I am so: cc pn22 vvb av-jn, pns11 vbm av: (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 224
2707 And Saint Paule saith, that Christ hath some Apostles, some prophets, some Euangelists, some pastors and Didaskalous, that is Doctors, teachers, And Saint Paul Says, that christ hath Some Apostles, Some Prophets, Some Evangelists, Some Pastors and Didaskalous, that is Doctors, Teachers, cc n1 np1 vvz, cst np1 vhz d n2, d n2, d n2, d n2 cc j, cst vbz n2, n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 224
2708 or as we translate it heer in Saint Iames, Masters. The word doth cause some to take it that he meaneth heere the publike office of teachers, or as we translate it her in Saint James, Masters. The word does cause Some to take it that he means Here the public office of Teachers, cc c-acp pns12 vvb pn31 av p-acp n1 np1, n2. dt n1 vdz vvi d pc-acp vvi pn31 cst pns31 vvz av dt j n1 pp-f n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 224
2709 and especiallie because he saith, be not many masters: for in that he saith, be not many, it seemeth that he alloweth the Mastership which hee heere speaketh of, in some few: and especially Because he Says, be not many Masters: for in that he Says, be not many, it seems that he alloweth the Mastership which he Here speaks of, in Some few: cc av-j c-acp pns31 vvz, vbb xx d n2: p-acp p-acp cst pns31 vvz, vbb xx d, pn31 vvz cst pns31 vvz dt n1 r-crq pns31 av vvz pp-f, p-acp d d: (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 224
2710 otherwise, whie doth he not say (if he speake of a thing, which is simplie a vice in it selfe) My brethren, let no man be a master? And so they take it, that he reprooueth that great vice, otherwise, why does he not say (if he speak of a thing, which is simply a vice in it self) My brothers, let no man be a master? And so they take it, that he Reproveth that great vice, av, q-crq vdz pns31 xx vvi (cs pns31 vvb pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz av-j dt n1 p-acp pn31 n1) po11 n2, vvb dx n1 vbb dt n1? cc av pns32 vvb pn31, cst pns31 vvz d j n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 224
2711 when men are so ready to thrust themselues into the Ministerie, which they should not doe so rashlie, being indeed vnfit. when men Are so ready to thrust themselves into the Ministry, which they should not do so rashly, being indeed unfit. c-crq n2 vbr av j pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns32 vmd xx vdi av av-j, vbg av j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 225
2712 This carieth a colour in it to lead vs to take the precept of the Apostle heere, This Carrieth a colour in it to led us to take the precept of the Apostle Here, np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 225
2713 as that hee willeth vs that manie should not enter into the publike office of Doctors, seeing God giueth gifts but to a few, to be able to discharge it well. as that he wills us that many should not enter into the public office of Doctors, seeing God gives Gifts but to a few, to be able to discharge it well. c-acp cst pns31 vvz pno12 d d vmd xx vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, vvg np1 vvz n2 cc-acp p-acp dt d, pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31 av. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 225
2714 But indeede hee doth not heere deale with that publike mastership, but with a vice wherein each man taketh vpon him to be a seuere censurer, a iudge and a condemner of others, But indeed he does not Here deal with that public mastership, but with a vice wherein each man Takes upon him to be a severe censurer, a judge and a condemner of Others, p-acp av pns31 vdz xx av vvi p-acp d j n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 c-crq d n1 vvz p-acp pno31 pc-acp vbi dt j n1, dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 225
2715 for in this men take vpon them to be masters. for in this men take upon them to be Masters. c-acp p-acp d n2 vvb p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbi n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 225
2716 If it shall be obiected, that then the holie Apostle might more plainlie haue said, Let no man be a master, seeing no man may be a seuere and rigorous condemner of others: If it shall be objected, that then the holy Apostle might more plainly have said, Let no man be a master, seeing no man may be a severe and rigorous condemner of Others: cs pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cst cs dt j n1 vmd av-dc av-j vhi vvn, vvb dx n1 vbb dt n1, vvg dx n1 vmb vbi dt j cc j n1 pp-f n2-jn: (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 225
2717 I answere, that hee applyeth his speech according to the sin which he reproueth for almost all take vpon thē to be masters, I answer, that he Applieth his speech according to the since which he Reproveth for almost all take upon them to be Masters, pns11 vvb, cst pns31 vvz po31 n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp av av-d vvi p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbi n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 225
2718 & imperiouslie to iudge and controwle all others. & imperiously to judge and control all Others. cc av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n2-jn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 225
2719 As in the diseases of the bodie, if a man haue an infirmitie, hee shall find manie Physitions: As in the diseases of the body, if a man have an infirmity, he shall find many Physicians: p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cs dt n1 vhi dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi d n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 225
2720 for almost all men and women will haue some one medicine or other to prescribe, for almost all men and women will have Some one medicine or other to prescribe, c-acp av d n2 cc n2 vmb vhi d crd n1 cc n-jn pc-acp vvi, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 225
2721 and not knowing the complexion or constitution of the bodie or from what manner of cause the disease groweth, and not knowing the complexion or constitution of the body or from what manner of cause the disease grows, cc xx vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cc p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f n1 dt n1 vvz, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 225
2722 though sometimes they hit right, yet often they misse, and so hurt. though sometime they hit right, yet often they miss, and so hurt. cs av pns32 vvd av-jn, av av pns32 vvb, cc av vvn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 225
2723 If one should speake and say, let there not be many Physitions, it must bee taken against all such vnskilfull ministring of Physicke. If one should speak and say, let there not be many Physicians, it must be taken against all such unskilful ministering of Physic. cs pi vmd vvi cc vvi, vvb a-acp xx vbi d n2, pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d d j j-vvg pp-f n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 225
2724 And so heere when he saith, Be not manie masters, hee both noteth the vice to be common, reprooueth it that there be many seuere and rigorous condemners of their brethren. And so Here when he Says, Be not many Masters, he both notes the vice to be Common, Reproveth it that there be many severe and rigorous condemners of their brothers. cc av av c-crq pns31 vvz, vbb xx d n2, pns31 av-d vvz dt n1 pc-acp vbi j, vvz pn31 d pc-acp vbi d j cc j n1 pp-f po32 n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 226
2725 As if hee should say, Let not this fault remaine, that there bee so manie masters: As if he should say, Let not this fault remain, that there be so many Masters: p-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, vvb xx d n1 vvi, cst pc-acp vbi av d n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 226
2726 not (by saying, many ) allowing it in any one, for it is the fault which our Sauiour forbiddeth, Matth. 7. vers. 1.2. Men are naturallie giuen to be sharp sighted and curious about other mens faultes: not (by saying, many) allowing it in any one, for it is the fault which our Saviour forbiddeth, Matthew 7. vers. 1.2. Men Are naturally given to be sharp sighted and curious about other men's Faults: xx (p-acp vvg, d) vvg pn31 p-acp d crd, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq po12 n1 vvz, np1 crd fw-la. crd. n2 vbr av-j vvn pc-acp vbi j vvn cc j p-acp j-jn ng2 n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 226
2727 yea they will pronounce very hardlie and rigorouslie of them. Moreouer they doe not only iudge small faults to be hainous offences in others: yea they will pronounce very hardly and rigorously of them. Moreover they do not only judge small Faults to be heinous offences in Others: uh pns32 vmb vvi av av cc av-j pp-f pno32. av pns32 vdb xx av-j vvi j n2 pc-acp vbi j n2 p-acp n2-jn: (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 226
2728 but also depraue and take in euill part that often times, which is well done, or which may be well construed: but also deprave and take in evil part that often times, which is well done, or which may be well construed: cc-acp av vvi cc vvi p-acp j-jn n1 cst av n2, r-crq vbz av vdn, cc r-crq vmb vbi av vvn: (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 226
2729 especially where there is entred an opinion or conceit of great knowledge aboue others. especially where there is entered an opinion or conceit of great knowledge above Others. av-j c-crq pc-acp vbz vvn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp n2-jn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 226
2730 As wee see it is almost the whole religion of many to depraue and to espie faultes euen in the best men, As we see it is almost the Whole Religion of many to deprave and to espy Faults even in the best men, c-acp pns12 vvb pn31 vbz av dt j-jn n1 pp-f d pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi n2 av p-acp dt js n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 226
2731 and therein they glorie much, and seeme therby to be great masters excelling al others. and therein they glory much, and seem thereby to be great Masters excelling all Others. cc av pns32 n1 av-d, cc vvi av pc-acp vbi j n2 vvg d n2-jn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 226
2732 For such as do sharply finde faultes, do highlie please themselues as men in a more perfect estate. For such as do sharply find Faults, do highly please themselves as men in a more perfect estate. p-acp d c-acp vdb av-j vvi n2, vdb av-j vvi px32 p-acp n2 p-acp dt av-dc j n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 226
2733 Of these it is written, Prou. 30. vers. 12. There is a generation which is clean in their owne eies, which are not washed from their filthinesse. Of these it is written, Prou. 30. vers. 12. There is a generation which is clean in their own eyes, which Are not washed from their filthiness. pp-f d pn31 vbz vvn, np1 crd fw-la. crd pc-acp vbz dt n1 r-crq vbz j p-acp po32 d n2, r-crq vbr xx vvn p-acp po32 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 226
2734 These are become so great masters, that they disdaine to be taught by anie: they bee masters, they be disciples no longer. These Are become so great Masters, that they disdain to be taught by any: they be Masters, they be Disciples no longer. d vbr vvn av j n2, cst pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d: pns32 vbb n2, pns32 vbb n2 av-dx av-jc. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 226
2735 If a man do not please them, and as it were euen fit their humour in euerie small quillitie, all that he doth, be he neuer so excellent, is with them nothing worth. If a man do not please them, and as it were even fit their humour in every small quillitie, all that he does, be he never so excellent, is with them nothing worth. cs dt n1 vdb xx vvi pno32, cc c-acp pn31 vbdr av j po32 n1 p-acp d j n1, d cst pns31 vdz, vbb pns31 av-x av j, vbz p-acp pno32 pix j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 226
2736 Against this vncharitable and vnbrotherlie seueritie, the threatening is added, Knowing that wee shall receiue the greater damnation. Against this uncharitable and unbrotherly severity, the threatening is added, Knowing that we shall receive the greater damnation. p-acp d j cc j n1, dt j-vvg vbz vvn, vvg cst pns12 vmb vvi dt jc n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 226
2737 This sheweth how highlie God is displeased with that kinde of men, against whome there is so heauy iudgement threatened. This shows how highly God is displeased with that kind of men, against whom there is so heavy judgement threatened. d vvz c-crq av-j np1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n2, p-acp ro-crq a-acp vbz av j n1 vvd. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 227
2738 It is to this purpose to terrifie men from so foule a sinne, in which they doe please themselues as in a speciall vertue. It is to this purpose to terrify men from so foul a sin, in which they do please themselves as in a special virtue. pn31 vbz pc-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp av j dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vdb vvi px32 p-acp p-acp dt j n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 227
2739 For they goe oftentimes away with it, as it were a zeale of godlinesse against sinne. For they go oftentimes away with it, as it were a zeal of godliness against sin. p-acp pns32 vvb av av p-acp pn31, c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 227
2740 It teacheth also on the contrarie, how much it pleaseth God, that we iudge of the frailties of our brethren with charitie, with pitie and compassion, It Teaches also on the contrary, how much it Pleases God, that we judge of the frailties of our brothers with charity, with pity and compassion, pn31 vvz av p-acp dt n-jn, c-crq av-d pn31 vvz np1, cst pns12 vvb pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 227
2741 and with that spirit of meeknes which the Apostle requireth, Galath. 6. ver. 1. The reason of both these doth appeare in the wordes following in the third branch, For in many thinges wee sin all. and with that Spirit of meekness which the Apostle requires, Galatians. 6. ver. 1. The reason of both these does appear in the words following in the third branch, For in many things we sin all. cc p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz, np1. crd fw-la. crd dt n1 pp-f d d vdz vvi p-acp dt n2 vvg p-acp dt ord n1, p-acp p-acp d n2 pns12 vvb d. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 227
2742 For first it followeth vpon their owne iudgement which they giue so rigorouslie against their brethren, that the iudgement of God is iust against them, hauing the same faults or as great, For First it follows upon their own judgement which they give so rigorously against their brothers, that the judgement of God is just against them, having the same Faults or as great, p-acp ord pn31 vvz p-acp po32 d n1 r-crq pns32 vvb av av-j p-acp po32 n2, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j p-acp pno32, vhg dt d n2 cc c-acp j, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 227
2743 yea often times greater, as our Sauiour setteth it forth, How seest thou a mote in thy brothers eie, yea often times greater, as our Saviour sets it forth, How See thou a mote in thy Brother's eye, uh av n2 jc, c-acp po12 n1 vvz pn31 av, c-crq vv2 pns21 dt n1 p-acp po21 ng1 n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 227
2744 and beholdest not the beame that is in thine own ete? Mat. 7. This being the state of rigorous carpers at the faults of others, that small things amisse they espie in their brethren, and Beholdest not the beam that is in thine own eat? Mathew 7. This being the state of rigorous carpers At the Faults of Others, that small things amiss they espy in their brothers, cc vv2 xx dt n1 cst vbz p-acp po21 d vvi? np1 crd np1 vbg dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn, cst j n2 av pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 227
2745 and condemne the same with rigour, when as they haue in themselues foule offences, which they spare, they couer and they mittigate with excuses: and condemn the same with rigour, when as they have in themselves foul offences, which they spare, they cover and they mitigate with excuses: cc vvi dt d p-acp n1, c-crq c-acp pns32 vhb p-acp px32 j n2, r-crq pns32 vvb, pns32 vvb cc pns32 vvi p-acp n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 227
2746 shall not the iudgement of God be iust and seuere against them? About this matter S. Paul reasoneth thus, Thou art therfore inexcusable O man, whosoeuer thou art, that iudgest another, shall not the judgement of God be just and severe against them? About this matter S. Paul reasoneth thus, Thou art Therefore inexcusable Oh man, whosoever thou art, that Judges Another, vmb xx dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb j cc j p-acp pno32? p-acp d n1 n1 np1 vvz av, pns21 vb2r av j uh n1, r-crq pns21 vb2r, cst vv2 j-jn, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 227
2747 for in that thou iudgest another, thou condemnest thy selfe, for thou doest the same things which condemnest others. for in that thou Judges Another, thou Condemnest thy self, for thou dost the same things which Condemnest Others. c-acp p-acp cst pns21 vv2 j-jn, pns21 vv2 po21 n1, c-acp pns21 vd2 dt d n2 r-crq vv2 ng2-jn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 228
2748 Now we knowe that the iudgement of God is according to trueth against those which doe such thinges. Now we know that the judgement of God is according to truth against those which do such things. av pns12 vvb cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvg p-acp n1 p-acp d r-crq vdb d n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 228
2749 Doest thou thinke this, O man, which iudgest those which doe such thinges, and doest them, that thou shalt escape the iudgement of God? Rom. 2.1.2.3. Dost thou think this, Oh man, which Judges those which do such things, and dost them, that thou shalt escape the judgement of God? Rom. 2.1.2.3. vd2 pns21 vvi d, uh n1, r-crq vv2 d r-crq vdb d n2, cc vd2 pno32, cst pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1? np1 crd. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 228
2750 We might reason thus, If I a sinfull and corrupt man do condemne others as euill men not worthie to bee spared, We might reason thus, If I a sinful and corrupt man do condemn Others as evil men not worthy to be spared, pns12 vmd vvi av, cs pns11 dt j cc j n1 vdb vvi n2-jn p-acp j-jn n2 xx j pc-acp vbi vvn, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 228
2751 for such and such sinnes which they commit, then how shall I escape the iudgment of the most iust and righteous God, seeing I am also guiltie? Wee shall somtimes heare some that professe the gospel, sweare some small oth, a fault indeed to be condemned, and a fault ouer common: for such and such Sins which they commit, then how shall I escape the judgement of the most just and righteous God, seeing I am also guilty? we shall sometimes hear Some that profess the gospel, swear Some small oath, a fault indeed to be condemned, and a fault over Common: p-acp d cc d n2 r-crq pns32 vvb, av q-crq vmb pns11 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j cc j np1, vvg pns11 vbm av j? pns12 vmb av vvi d cst vvb dt n1, vvb d j n1, dt n1 av pc-acp vbi vvn, cc dt n1 p-acp j: (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 228
2752 for the holie seripture is plaine, Sweare not at all. Nowe some that refraine swearing, will bee so rigorous, for the holy scripture is plain, Swear not At all. Now Some that refrain swearing, will be so rigorous, c-acp dt j n1 vbz j, vvb xx p-acp d. av d cst vvb vvg, vmb vbi av j, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 228
2753 and vncharitable and so seuere in iudging the partie for this, as to be void of all religion and feare of God, and uncharitable and so severe in judging the party for this, as to be void of all Religion and Fear of God, cc j cc av j p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp d, c-acp pc-acp vbi j pp-f d n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 228
2754 when as in the meane time they do not see a vaineglorie, a selfe-loue, a bitter wrath and anger which in themselues, when as in the mean time they do not see a vainglory, a Self-love, a bitter wrath and anger which in themselves, c-crq c-acp p-acp dt j n1 pns32 vdb xx vvi dt n1, dt n1, dt j n1 cc n1 r-crq p-acp px32, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 228
2755 if it be mooued, is as hot as fire, with sundry other foule sinnes. if it be moved, is as hight as fire, with sundry other foul Sins. cs pn31 vbb vvn, vbz a-acp j c-acp n1, p-acp j j-jn j n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 228
2756 If motes (as our Sauiour calleth the smaller frailties & faultes in men) be iudged by vs so seuerely: If motes (as our Saviour calls the smaller frailties & Faults in men) be judged by us so severely: cs n2 (p-acp po12 n1 vvz dt jc n2 cc n2 p-acp n2) vbb vvn p-acp pno12 av av-j: (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 228
2757 thē how shal such foule and lothsome sins in the iudgers escape the sentence of God? now thē as this proueth that he which is a rigorous iudge against his brother, cannot escape the seuerity of gods iudgment, them how shall such foul and loathsome Sins in the judgers escape the sentence of God? now them as this Proves that he which is a rigorous judge against his brother, cannot escape the severity of God's judgement, pno32 uh-crq vmb d j cc j n2 p-acp dt n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1? av pno32 p-acp d vvz cst pns31 r-crq vbz dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 228
2758 because he is also guiltie in the things for which hee condēneth another, so may it also mitigate our seueritie, it may moue vs vnto a moderation in our sentence which we are so ready to giue of others, when we see them slip. Because he is also guilty in the things for which he Condemneth Another, so may it also mitigate our severity, it may move us unto a moderation in our sentence which we Are so ready to give of Others, when we see them slip. c-acp pns31 vbz av j p-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz j-jn, av vmb pn31 av vvi po12 n1, pn31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n1 r-crq pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vvi pp-f n2-jn, c-crq pns12 vvb pno32 vvi. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 229
2759 For thus it shuld be in our mind: For thus it should be in our mind: p-acp av pn31 vmd vbi p-acp po12 n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 229
2760 beholding my selfe I see that I sin in many things, I am full of imperfections, I would haue the Lord to shew mercie and pitie towards me: beholding my self I see that I sin in many things, I am full of imperfections, I would have the Lord to show mercy and pity towards me: vvg po11 n1 pns11 vvb cst pns11 vvb p-acp d n2, pns11 vbm j pp-f n2, pns11 vmd vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp pno11: (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 229
2761 I would not haue men rigorouslie to iudge of me, but with charitie and compassion. I would not have men rigorously to judge of me, but with charity and compassion. pns11 vmd xx vhi n2 av-j pc-acp vvi pp-f pno11, cc-acp p-acp n1 cc n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 229
2762 And shall I not then when I see my brethren in the same case be fauourable towardes them? would I find mercie at the handes of God? or would I haue men charitable towardes mee? And yet without mercie, charitie, And shall I not then when I see my brothers in the same case be favourable towards them? would I find mercy At the hands of God? or would I have men charitable towards me? And yet without mercy, charity, cc vmb pns11 xx av c-crq pns11 vvb po11 n2 p-acp dt d n1 vbi j p-acp pno32? vmd pns11 vvi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1? cc vmd pns11 vhi n2 j p-acp pno11? cc av p-acp n1, n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 229
2763 or compassion I iudge them rigorouslie, being but in the same estate and condition that I my selfe am in? Iudge in your selues brethren, is it not equall, or compassion I judge them rigorously, being but in the same estate and condition that I my self am in? Judge in your selves brothers, is it not equal, cc n1 pns11 vvb pno32 av-j, vbg p-acp p-acp dt d n1 cc n1 cst pns11 po11 n1 vbm p-acp? n1 p-acp po22 n2 n2, vbz pn31 xx j-jn, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 229
2764 when as in many things we sinne all, that if we would haue mercie and compassion shewed towards vs, that we should then lay aside rigour and shew mercie and compassion towardes our brethren which are weake and fraile, when as in many things we sin all, that if we would have mercy and compassion showed towards us, that we should then lay aside rigour and show mercy and compassion towards our brothers which Are weak and frail, c-crq c-acp p-acp d n2 pns12 vvb d, cst cs pns12 vmd vhi n1 cc n1 vvd p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vmd av vvi av n1 cc vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n2 r-crq vbr j cc j, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 229
2765 and subiect vnto manifold temptations euen as we be. What a peruersnesse is this, that I should thinke my selfe worthie to be pitied, and Subject unto manifold temptations even as we be. What a perverseness is this, that I should think my self worthy to be pitied, cc j-jn p-acp j n2 av c-acp pns12 vbb. q-crq dt n1 vbz d, cst pns11 vmd vvi po11 n1 j pc-acp vbi vvn, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 229
2766 and not others? I would haue all men deale charitablie towardes me, and I again to shew no charitie. and not Others? I would have all men deal charitably towards me, and I again to show no charity. cc xx ng2-jn? pns11 vmd vhi d n2 vvi av-j p-acp pno11, cc pns11 av pc-acp vvi dx n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 229
2767 I may touch others at my pleasure: but if any touch me, it may not bee endured. I may touch Others At my pleasure: but if any touch me, it may not be endured. pns11 vmb vvi n2-jn p-acp po11 n1: cc-acp cs d vvb pno11, pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 229
2768 As looke vpon these great masters which S. Iames doth speak of, that carpe daylie at the faults of others, As look upon these great Masters which S. James does speak of, that carp daily At the Faults of Others, p-acp n1 p-acp d j n2 r-crq n1 np1 vdz vvi pp-f, cst n1 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 229
2769 and you shall see that when they haue whipped other men with the scourge of the tongue, and you shall see that when they have whipped other men with the scourge of the tongue, cc pn22 vmb vvi cst c-crq pns32 vhb vvn j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 229
2770 and pierced them through as with a sword, if any doe but touch them but euen as it were with the prick of a pin, and pierced them through as with a sword, if any do but touch them but even as it were with the prick of a pin, cc vvd pno32 p-acp a-acp p-acp dt n1, cs d vdb p-acp vvi pno32 p-acp av c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 230
2771 how they startle & how they cal for charity: how they startle & how they call for charity: c-crq pns32 vvi cc c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 230
2772 they feel not that which they doe vnto their brethrē, whē they make smal faults to be haynous offences, they feel not that which they do unto their brothers, when they make small Faults to be heinous offences, pns32 vvb xx d r-crq pns32 vdb p-acp po32 n2, c-crq pns32 vvb j n2 pc-acp vbi j n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 230
2773 yea when they peruersly depraue that which is wel done, it is very light: yea when they perversely deprave that which is well done, it is very Light: uh c-crq pns32 av-j vvi d r-crq vbz av vdn, pn31 vbz av j: (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 230
2774 but if any speak a word against some fault of theirs, the case is altered, it is sore iniurie; but if any speak a word against Some fault of theirs, the case is altered, it is soar injury; cc-acp cs d vvb dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f png32, dt n1 vbz vvn, pn31 vbz j n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 230
2775 if it be a fault, yet they ought to deale charitablie. if it be a fault, yet they ought to deal charitably. cs pn31 vbb dt n1, av pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi av-j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 230
2776 Heerby it doth appeare what an high price men do set themselues at, and how basely they doe esteeme of all others. Hereby it does appear what an high price men do Set themselves At, and how basely they do esteem of all Others. av pn31 vdz vvi r-crq dt j n1 n2 vdb vvi px32 p-acp, cc c-crq av-j pns32 vdb vvi pp-f d n2-jn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 230
2777 Other men (because of their sins) be stark naught, not to bee regarded nor pitied: Other men (Because of their Sins) be stark nought, not to be regarded nor pitied: av-jn n2 (c-acp pp-f po32 n2) vbb av-j pi, xx pc-acp vbi vvn ccx vvn: (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 230
2778 wee hauing the same sins, or as great are still very precious. we having the same Sins, or as great Are still very precious. pns12 vhg dt d n2, cc p-acp j vbr av j j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 230
2779 Thus may we see how far men are a wry frō that which they ought to be. Thus may we see how Far men Are a wry from that which they ought to be. av vmb pns12 vvi c-crq av-j n2 vbr dt j p-acp d r-crq pns32 vmd pc-acp vbi. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 230
2780 The Lord calleth vs from it, and it is our dutie, if we wil be wise, to seek to be cured of so grieuous a disease. The Lord calls us from it, and it is our duty, if we will be wise, to seek to be cured of so grievous a disease. dt n1 vvz pno12 p-acp pn31, cc pn31 vbz po12 n1, cs pns12 vmb vbi j, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f av j dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 230
2781 A right precious & an acceptable thing it is to God, when we can so consider and iudge of our selues amōg others, A right precious & an acceptable thing it is to God, when we can so Consider and judge of our selves among Others, dt j-jn j cc dt j n1 pn31 vbz p-acp np1, c-crq pns12 vmb av vvi cc vvi pp-f po12 n2 p-acp n2-jn, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 230
2782 as that we value our selues with them as poore sinners to be pitied, and so become pitifull also & ful of mercie towards them. as that we valve our selves with them as poor Sinners to be pitied, and so become pitiful also & full of mercy towards them. c-acp cst pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc av vvb j av cc j pp-f n1 p-acp pno32. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 230
2783 For that is it which the Lord saith by the prophet. I wil haue mercy & not sacrifice. For that is it which the Lord Says by the Prophet. I will have mercy & not sacrifice. p-acp d vbz pn31 r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1. pns11 vmb vhi n1 cc xx vvi. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 230
2784 Osee. 6.7 But here we must beware that it be charitie and mercie which wee shewe towardes our brethren, Hosea 6.7 But Here we must beware that it be charity and mercy which we show towards our brothers, np1 crd p-acp av pns12 vmb vvi cst pn31 vbb n1 cc n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 230
2785 and not an irreligious cloking of sinne, or soothing men vp in euil. and not an irreligious cloaking of sin, or soothing men up in evil. cc xx dt j vvg pp-f n1, cc vvg n2 a-acp p-acp j-jn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 230
2786 For manie vnder pretence of this, that wee are commaunded not to iudge, will haue no faults to bee reprooued, For many under pretence of this, that we Are commanded not to judge, will have no Faults to be reproved, p-acp d p-acp n1 pp-f d, cst pns12 vbr vvn xx pc-acp vvi, vmb vhi dx n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 230
2787 but euerie man haue to doe onlie with himselfe, and let others alone. but every man have to do only with himself, and let Others alone. cc-acp d n1 vhb pc-acp vdi av-j p-acp px31, cc vvb n2-jn j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 231
2788 This is a bad collection, this is contrarie to the doctrine of the holie Scriptures, which willeth vs to admonish one another. This is a bad collection, this is contrary to the Doctrine of the holy Scriptures, which wills us to admonish one Another. d vbz dt j n1, d vbz j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2, r-crq vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi pi j-jn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 231
2789 Mat. 18. vers. 15. It is contrarie to the rule of charity as it is written, Thou shalt not hate thy brother in thy heart, Mathew 18. vers. 15. It is contrary to the Rule of charity as it is written, Thou shalt not hate thy brother in thy heart, np1 crd fw-la. crd pn31 vbz j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, pns21 vm2 xx vvi po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 231
2790 but thou shalt plainlie rebuke thy neighbour, and suffer him not to sinne, Leuit. 19. vers. 17. And our Sauiour Christ when he saith, Iudge not, doeth not will vs that we should not admonish and reprooue our brethren for their faultes. so wee doe it rightlie. For hee doeth not say. but thou shalt plainly rebuke thy neighbour, and suffer him not to sin, Levites 19. vers. 17. And our Saviour christ when he Says, Judge not, doth not will us that we should not admonish and reprove our brothers for their Faults. so we do it rightly. For he doth not say. cc-acp pns21 vm2 av-j vvi po21 n1, cc vvi pno31 xx p-acp n1, np1 crd fw-la. crd cc po12 n1 np1 c-crq pns31 vvz, n1 xx, vdz xx vvi pno12 d pns12 vmd xx vvi cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp po32 n2. av pns12 vdb pn31 av-jn. p-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 231
2791 What hast thou to doe with the moate that is in thy brothers eie, or why medlest thou with the faultes of others? but cast first the beame out of thine owne eie, What hast thou to do with the moat that is in thy Brother's eye, or why medlest thou with the Faults of Others? but cast First the beam out of thine own eye, q-crq vh2 pns21 pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp po21 ng1 n1, cc q-crq vv2 pns21 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn? cc-acp vvd ord dt n1 av pp-f po21 d n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 231
2792 and then maist thou see cleerely to cast the moat out of thy brothers eie. and then Mayest thou see clearly to cast the moat out of thy Brother's eye. cc av vm2 pns21 vvi av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 av pp-f po21 ng1 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 231
2793 Heere is the matter, if we will be right reformers, we must first beginne with our selues. Here is the matter, if we will be right reformers, we must First begin with our selves. av vbz dt n1, cs pns12 vmb vbi j-jn n2, pns12 vmb ord vvi p-acp po12 n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 231
2794 For shall we be fit to teach others that teach not our selues? What good minde can it come from? Can a man be rightlie carefull that another should bee godlie and saued, For shall we be fit to teach Others that teach not our selves? What good mind can it come from? Can a man be rightly careful that Another should be godly and saved, p-acp vmb pns12 vbi j pc-acp vvi n2-jn cst vvb xx po12 n2? q-crq j n1 vmb pn31 vvi p-acp? vmb dt n1 vbb av-jn j cst n-jn vmd vbi j cc vvn, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 231
2795 and not care for godlinesse and saluation in himselfe? Can hee pitie the soules of other men, which pitieth not his own? Againe, what a rebuking is that, and not care for godliness and salvation in himself? Can he pity the Souls of other men, which Pitieth not his own? Again, what a rebuking is that, cc xx vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp px31? vmb pns31 vvi dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2, r-crq vvz xx po31 d? av, q-crq dt vvg vbz d, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 231
2796 when hee is so seuere and rigorous against others small offences, and spareth his owne great sinnes? Wherfore wee may perceiue a great difference betweene that Christian and charitable admonishing & rebuking which the Scripture commandeth, and that rigorous iudging which it forbiddeth. when he is so severe and rigorous against Others small offences, and spares his own great Sins? Wherefore we may perceive a great difference between that Christian and charitable admonishing & rebuking which the Scripture commands, and that rigorous judging which it forbiddeth. c-crq pns31 vbz av j cc j p-acp n2-jn j n2, cc vvz po31 d j n2? c-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp d njp cc j vvg cc vvg r-crq dt n1 vvz, cc d j vvg r-crq pn31 vvz. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 232
2797 For touching the one, hee that is trulie reformed feeling the grace, the mercie and the loue of God, he is moued with mercie and compassion towards others, For touching the one, he that is truly reformed feeling the grace, the mercy and the love of God, he is moved with mercy and compassion towards Others, p-acp vvg dt pi, pns31 cst vbz av-j vvn vvg dt n1, dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp n2-jn, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 232
2798 and wisheth their reformation to their good. and wishes their Reformation to their good. cc vvz po32 n1 p-acp po32 j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 232
2799 This causeth him to looke into the faultes of his neighbour whom he loueth and wisheth well vnto: This Causes him to look into the Faults of his neighbour whom he loves and wishes well unto: np1 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 ro-crq pns31 vvz cc vvz av p-acp: (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 232
2800 and when he doth amisse, he telleth him friendlie of it. and when he does amiss, he Telleth him friendly of it. cc c-crq pns31 vdz av, pns31 vvz pno31 j pp-f pn31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 232
2801 Who can say that such a reproouing is to be misliked? Nay, we are all of vs to thank God highlie when hee giueth vs such a friend as will so put vs in mind of our dutie: Who can say that such a reproving is to be misliked? Nay, we Are all of us to thank God highly when he gives us such a friend as will so put us in mind of our duty: q-crq vmb vvi cst d dt vvg vbz pc-acp vbi vvn? uh-x, pns12 vbr d pp-f pno12 pc-acp vvi np1 av-j c-crq pns31 vvz pno12 d dt n1 c-acp vmb av vvi pno12 p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 232
2802 for wee can see other mens faults, and other men can espie our offences more cleerely than wee our selues. for we can see other men's Faults, and other men can espy our offences more clearly than we our selves. c-acp pns12 vmb vvi j-jn ng2 n2, cc j-jn n2 vmb vvi po12 n2 av-dc av-j cs pns12 po12 n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 232
2803 In worldlie matters men are verie willinglie found fault withall: In worldly matters men Are very willingly found fault withal: p-acp j n2 n2 vbr av av-j vvn n1 av: (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 232
2804 and taught wherein they haue erred, so they see that there come profit vnto them or gaine thereby And shall we not be as willing to haue that tolde vs, which may benefit our soules? But now for those masters which S. Iames speaketh of, their doing is nothing like. and taught wherein they have erred, so they see that there come profit unto them or gain thereby And shall we not be as willing to have that told us, which may benefit our Souls? But now for those Masters which S. James speaks of, their doing is nothing like. cc vvd c-crq pns32 vhb vvn, av pns32 vvb cst pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32 cc vvi av cc vmb pns12 xx vbi a-acp j pc-acp vhi d vvn pno12, r-crq vmb vvi po12 n2? p-acp av p-acp d n2 r-crq n1 np1 vvz pp-f, po32 vdg vbz pix j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 232
2805 They are not reformed themselues, they find not fault of loue. They doe espie faults, they iudge seuerely of them, they carp, they obiect: They Are not reformed themselves, they find not fault of love. They do espy Faults, they judge severely of them, they carp, they Object: pns32 vbr xx vvn px32, pns32 vvb xx n1 pp-f n1. pns32 vdb vvi n2, pns32 vvb av-j pp-f pno32, pns32 vvi, pns32 n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 232
2806 but not of pitie or compassion, not respecting the good of those whome they so iudge: but not of pity or compassion, not respecting the good of those whom they so judge: cc-acp xx pp-f n1 cc n1, xx vvg dt j pp-f d r-crq pns32 av vvi: (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 232
2807 but to diffame, to discredite, and to bring into contempt. but to diffame, to discredit, and to bring into contempt. cc-acp pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 232
2808 Is it not (thinke you) a verie straunge thing, that these men voide of charitie, Is it not (think you) a very strange thing, that these men void of charity, vbz pn31 xx (vvi pn22) dt j j n1, cst d n2 j pp-f n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 232
2809 and full of great sins, should beare themselues in hand of a more perfect estate then is in others, and full of great Sins, should bear themselves in hand of a more perfect estate then is in Others, cc j pp-f j n2, vmd vvi px32 p-acp n1 pp-f dt av-dc j n1 av vbz p-acp n2-jn, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 232
2810 and take vpon them a mastership, so seuerely to iudge, euen because they can espie faultes? Maruell not, beloued, that the scripture doth so thunder against this kind of people: for their doing is abominable. and take upon them a mastership, so severely to judge, even Because they can espy Faults? Marvel not, Beloved, that the scripture does so thunder against this kind of people: for their doing is abominable. cc vvi p-acp pno32 dt n1, av av-j pc-acp vvi, av c-acp pns32 vmb vvi n2? vvb xx, vvn, cst dt n1 vdz av vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1: c-acp po32 vdg vbz j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 233
2811 True it is, that a wise man, when any of these masters spreadeth reports of his faults (if anie frailties or imperfections doe breake from him) or when they vpbraid him with the same to his face, is to make his profite thereby, True it is, that a wise man, when any of these Masters spreadeth reports of his Faults (if any frailties or imperfections do break from him) or when they upbraid him with the same to his face, is to make his profit thereby, j pn31 vbz, cst dt j n1, c-crq d pp-f d n2 vvz n2 pp-f po31 n2 (cs d n2 cc n2 vdb vvi p-acp pno31) cc c-crq pns32 vvi pno31 p-acp dt d p-acp po31 n1, vbz pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 233
2812 and not so much to consider with what mind they doe it, as how true it is, and to amend it. and not so much to Consider with what mind they do it, as how true it is, and to amend it. cc xx av av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp r-crq n1 pns32 vdb pn31, c-acp c-crq j pn31 vbz, cc pc-acp vvi pn31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 233
2813 For I say if we be wise, we may make great vse of the harde speeches of vncharitable reproouers: For I say if we be wise, we may make great use of the harden Speeches of uncharitable reprovers: p-acp pns11 vvb cs pns12 vbb j, pns12 vmb vvi j n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f j n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 233
2814 for by them oftentimes we hear of some imperfections which our friends are blind in, for by them oftentimes we hear of Some imperfections which our Friends Are blind in, c-acp p-acp pno32 av pns12 vvb pp-f d n2 r-crq po12 n2 vbr j p-acp, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 233
2815 or at the least are ouer fauorable and will not deale plainelie with vs. Yea and it causeth vs also to bee somewhat the more circumspect and warie in our doinges, or At the least Are over favourable and will not deal plainly with us Yea and it Causes us also to be somewhat the more circumspect and wary in our doings, cc p-acp dt av-ds vbr a-acp j cc vmb xx vvi av-j p-acp pno12 uh cc pn31 vvz pno12 av pc-acp vbi av dt av-dc j cc j p-acp po12 n2-vdg, (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 233
2816 when such seuere iudges doe obserue vs narrowly. Thus much touching the first part of this scripture. when such severe judges do observe us narrowly. Thus much touching the First part of this scripture. c-crq d j n2 vdb vvi pno12 av-j. av av-d vvg dt ord n1 pp-f d n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 233
2817 The second nowe followeth, which is for the ordering and guiding of the tongue. And this hath two partes: The second now follows, which is for the ordering and guiding of the tongue. And this hath two parts: dt ord av vvz, r-crq vbz p-acp dt n-vvg cc n-vvg pp-f dt n1. cc d vhz crd n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 233
2818 the former part setteth foorth how the ordering of the tongue well carieth such a force with it, the former part sets forth how the ordering of the tongue well Carrieth such a force with it, dt j n1 vvz av c-crq dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 av vvz d dt n1 p-acp pn31, (14) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 233
2819 though it bee but a little member, that all is well ordered when it is right. though it be but a little member, that all is well ordered when it is right. cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt j n1, cst d vbz av vvn c-crq pn31 vbz j-jn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 233
2820 And to set foorth this there bee two similitudes vsed, which are of small thinges that yet direct and order great thinges. And to Set forth this there be two Similitudes used, which Are of small things that yet Direct and order great things. cc pc-acp vvi av d pc-acp vbi crd n2 vvn, r-crq vbr pp-f j n2 cst av j cc vvi j n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 233
2821 As the bitte of a bridle is but a small thing, and the rudder of a ship. As the bit of a bridle is but a small thing, and the rudder of a ship. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 233
2822 The second part declareth the woonderfull and exceeding power that the tongue hath, whē it is not wel ordered, vnto all mischief. The second part Declareth the wondered and exceeding power that the tongue hath, when it is not well ordered, unto all mischief. dt ord n1 vvz dt j-vvn cc j-vvg n1 cst dt n1 vhz, c-crq pn31 vbz xx av vvn, p-acp d n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 234
2823 Where also, least it might seem strange that so infinit euil shuld proceed from so small a thing, he vseth a similitude from a spark of fire, frō which a great matter is set on flame. Where also, lest it might seem strange that so infinite evil should proceed from so small a thing, he uses a similitude from a spark of fire, from which a great matter is Set on flame. c-crq av, cs pn31 vmd vvi j cst av j j-jn vmd vvi p-acp av j dt n1, pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 234
2824 Further hee sheweth by the cōparison of the nature of ye most wild & cruel things, what an horrible vnrulie euill the tongue is, doing that which is monstrous & as it were against al course of nature. Further he shows by the comparison of the nature of the most wild & cruel things, what an horrible unruly evil the tongue is, doing that which is monstrous & as it were against all course of nature. av-jc pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j cc j n2, r-crq dt j j n-jn dt n1 vbz, vdg d r-crq vbz j cc c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 234
2825 But I wil come to the words as they lie. But I will come to the words as they lie. p-acp pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 c-acp pns32 vvb. (14) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 234
2826 If anie man sin not in word, be is a perfect man, and able to bridle the whole bodie. If any man sin not in word, be is a perfect man, and able to bridle the Whole body. cs d n1 vvb xx p-acp n1, vbb vbz av j n1, cc j pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 234
2827 In this proposition, which is, as they say, hypotheticall, hee sheweth that he which is able to rule and doth rule, his tongue so that he doth not offend with it, he is perfect, In this proposition, which is, as they say, hypothetical, he shows that he which is able to Rule and does Rule, his tongue so that he does not offend with it, he is perfect, p-acp d n1, r-crq vbz, c-acp pns32 vvb, j, pns31 vvz cst pns31 r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi cc vdz vvi, po31 n1 av cst pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp pn31, pns31 vbz j, (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 234
2828 and doth bridle and order well the whole bodie. For where that little member goeth right al goeth right. and does bridle and order well the Whole body. For where that little member Goes right all Goes right. cc vdz vvi cc n1 av dt j-jn n1. p-acp c-crq d j n1 vvz j-jn d vvz av-jn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 234
2829 But doth not the Apostle put a case here which neuer falleth out? Is there anie man perfect, which sinneth not? It is out of doubt, that if Saint Iames doe meane by a perfect man, such an one as hath no sinne in him, that then hee putteth a case that is neuer founde: But does not the Apostle put a case Here which never falls out? Is there any man perfect, which Sinneth not? It is out of doubt, that if Saint James do mean by a perfect man, such an one as hath no sin in him, that then he putteth a case that is never found: p-acp vdz xx dt n1 vvd dt n1 av r-crq av-x vvz av? vbz pc-acp d n1 j, r-crq vvz xx? pn31 vbz av pp-f n1, cst cs n1 np1 vdb vvi p-acp dt j n1, d dt pi a-acp vhz dx n1 p-acp pno31, cst cs pns31 vvz dt n1 cst vbz av-x vvn: (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 234
2830 & if we take him so, yet his matter standeth sure. & if we take him so, yet his matter Stands sure. cc cs pns12 vvb pno31 av, av po31 n1 vvz j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 234
2831 For doubtles if there could bee a man absolutelie perfect in his toong, he shuld be perfect throughout. For doubtless if there could be a man absolutely perfect in his tongue, he should be perfect throughout. p-acp av-j cs a-acp vmd vbi dt n1 av-j j p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmd vbi j p-acp. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 234
2832 Or if we take him as the scripture doth vse to speake, calling them perfect which are come vnto a sound strength of godlines, Or if we take him as the scripture does use to speak, calling them perfect which Are come unto a found strength of godliness, cc cs pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1 vdz vvi pc-acp vvi, vvg pno32 vvi r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 234
2833 and ripe knowledge of God, as 1. Cor. 2.6. We speake wisdome, saith S. Paule, among those which are perfect. And Phil. 3.15. As many as are perfect, let vs thinke his. and ripe knowledge of God, as 1. Cor. 2.6. We speak Wisdom, Says S. Paul, among those which Are perfect. And Philip 3.15. As many as Are perfect, let us think his. cc j n1 pp-f np1, c-acp crd np1 crd. pns12 vvb n1, vvz n1 np1, p-acp d r-crq vbr j. cc np1 crd. p-acp d c-acp vbr j, vvb pno12 vvi po31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 234
2834 And Heb. 6. vers. 1. Let vs be caried on vnto perfection. And Hebrew 6. vers. 1. Let us be carried on unto perfection. cc np1 crd fw-la. crd vvb pno12 vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 135
2835 If I say we take perfection so, then look how far a man is growne in all godlines, If I say we take perfection so, then look how Far a man is grown in all godliness, cs pns11 vvb pns12 vvb n1 av, av vvb c-crq av-j dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 135
2836 so farre is it in his tongue, and looke what wanteth in his tongue of such perfection, that he wanteth in all other partes: so Far is it in his tongue, and look what Wants in his tongue of such perfection, that he Wants in all other parts: av av-j vbz pn31 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvb r-crq vvz p-acp po31 n1 pp-f d n1, cst pns31 vvz p-acp d j-jn n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 135
2837 for the perfection or the want in the whole man goeth with the want and perfection of the tongue. for the perfection or the want in the Whole man Goes with the want and perfection of the tongue. c-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 135
2838 Our Sauiour Christ sheweth the cause, saying. Out of the aboundance of the heart the mouth speaketh: Our Saviour christ shows the cause, saying. Out of the abundance of the heart the Mouth speaks: po12 n1 np1 vvz dt n1, vvg. av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 dt n1 vvz: (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 135
2839 A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth foorth good thinges: and an euill man out of the euill treasure bringeth forth euill things. Matt. 12.34.35. The tongue is the speciall instrument to vtter euerie thing which is in the heart. A good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth good things: and an evil man out of the evil treasure brings forth evil things. Matt. 12.34.35. The tongue is the special Instrument to utter every thing which is in the heart. dt j n1 av pp-f dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvz av j n2: cc dt j-jn n1 av pp-f dt j-jn n1 vvz av j-jn n2. np1 crd. dt n1 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 135
2840 Look how far the hart is sound and good, so far wil the tongue be good. Look how Far the heart is found and good, so Far will the tongue be good. n1 c-crq av-j dt n1 vbz j cc j, av av-j vmb dt n1 vbb j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 135
2841 For let the heart proceede vnto neuer so great perfection, the tongue will vtter it, and be good according to the goodnes of the heart. For let the heart proceed unto never so great perfection, the tongue will utter it, and be good according to the Goodness of the heart. p-acp vvb dt n1 vvb p-acp av-x av j n1, dt n1 vmb vvi pn31, cc vbi j vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 135
2842 And look what euill is in the tongue, it commeth from the heart. And look what evil is in the tongue, it comes from the heart. cc vvb r-crq n-jn vbz p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 135
2843 And when wicked thoughts be in the hart, the tongue cannot so dissemble, but at one time or another they will break foorth in speech: And when wicked thoughts be in the heart, the tongue cannot so dissemble, but At one time or Another they will break forth in speech: cc c-crq j n2 vbb p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vmbx av vvi, cc-acp p-acp crd n1 cc n-jn pns32 vmb vvi av p-acp n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 135
2844 As come to particulars, If the heart be full of light, of knowledge and true wisdome, the tongue will vtter it. As come to particulars, If the heart be full of Light, of knowledge and true Wisdom, the tongue will utter it. p-acp vvi p-acp n2-j, cs dt n1 vbb j pp-f n1, pp-f n1 cc j n1, dt n1 vmb vvi pn31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 135
2845 If there be darknes, ignorance & error, the speech will bee according. If there bee faith, the toong wil confesse it: If there be darkness, ignorance & error, the speech will be according. If there be faith, the tongue will confess it: cs pc-acp vbi n1, n1 cc n1, dt n1 vmb vbi vvg. cs pc-acp vbi n1, dt n1 vmb vvi pn31: (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 135
2846 if the loue of God, there wil breake foorth praise and thanksgiuing. If meekenesse, the wordes will bee gentle. if the love of God, there will break forth praise and thanksgiving. If meekness, the words will be gentle. cs dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vmb vvi av n1 cc n1. cs n1, dt n2 vmb vbi j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 135
2847 If pride and wrath, the tongue is fierce and bitter. If chastitie, then pure speech and from vnclean lusts, a foule mouth. If pride and wrath, the tongue is fierce and bitter. If chastity, then pure speech and from unclean Lustiest, a foul Mouth. cs n1 cc n1, dt n1 vbz j cc j. cs n1, av j n1 cc p-acp j n2, dt j n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 236
2848 What should I rehearse particulars? the tongue is as the heart is in all thinges: What should I rehearse particulars? the tongue is as the heart is in all things: q-crq vmd pns11 vvi n2-jn? dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp d n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 236
2849 a vaine tongue argueth a vaine heart. a vain tongue argue a vain heart. dt j n1 vvz dt j n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 236
2850 Let no man stand vpon this and say, words are but winde, it is no great matter what a mans wordes bee, there is no harme done, it is but communication. Let no man stand upon this and say, words Are but wind, it is no great matter what a men words be, there is no harm done, it is but communication. vvb dx n1 vvb p-acp d cc vvi, n2 vbr p-acp n1, pn31 vbz dx j n1 r-crq dt ng1 n2 vbb, pc-acp vbz dx n1 vdn, pn31 vbz p-acp n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 236
2851 This is an ignorant speech, for the wordes are of such waight, that our Sauiour saith, Of euerie idle word you shall gine a reckoning at the day of iudgment. This is an ignorant speech, for the words Are of such weight, that our Saviour Says, Of every idle word you shall Gine a reckoning At the day of judgement. d vbz dt j n1, p-acp dt n2 vbr pp-f d n1, cst po12 n1 vvz, pp-f d j n1 pn22 vmb vvi dt n-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 236
2852 By thy wordes thou shalt be iustified, and by thy wordes thou shalt bee condemned. By thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou shalt be condemned. p-acp po21 n2 pns21 vm2 vbi vvn, cc p-acp po21 n2 pns21 vm2 vbi vvn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 236
2853 Matt. 12. vers. 36.37, Shall a man then say further, though my wordes be but vaine and foolish, Matt. 12. vers. 36.37, Shall a man then say further, though my words be but vain and foolish, np1 crd fw-la. crd, vmb dt n1 av vvb av-jc, cs po11 n2 vbb p-acp j cc j, (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 236
2854 yet I mean no hurt, my heart is good? Alas what an imagination is that? Is not the tongue the opener of that which lay hid in the heart? Euen as a man beholdeth his face in a glasse, yet I mean no hurt, my heart is good? Alas what an imagination is that? Is not the tongue the opener of that which lay hid in the heart? Eve as a man beholdeth his face in a glass, av pns11 vvb dx n1, po11 n1 vbz j? np1 r-crq dt n1 vbz d? vbz xx dt n1 dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vvd vvn p-acp dt n1? np1 p-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 236
2855 so may wee beholde the heart of a man in his tongue. True it is that the hypocrite which hath a wicked heart, can speake good wordes: so may we behold the heart of a man in his tongue. True it is that the hypocrite which hath a wicked heart, can speak good words: av vmb pns12 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. j pn31 vbz d dt n1 r-crq vhz dt j n1, vmb vvi j n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 236
2856 but yet the wickednes will breake foorth at times doe what he can. but yet the wickedness will break forth At times do what he can. cc-acp av dt n1 vmb vvi av p-acp n2 vdb r-crq pns31 vmb. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 236
2857 But shall such a little member extend so farre as the Apostle here speaketh? Shall hee that doeth bridle it bridle all partes of the bodie? No maruel, But shall such a little member extend so Far as the Apostle Here speaks? Shall he that doth bridle it bridle all parts of the body? No marvel, cc-acp vmb d dt j n1 vvi av av-j c-acp dt n1 av vvz? vmb pns31 cst vdz vvi pn31 vvi d n2 pp-f dt n1? uh-dx vvi, (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 236
2858 as hee declareth by his two similitudes. as he Declareth by his two Similitudes. c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp po31 crd n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 236
2859 Horses that be strong, fierce and full of courage, are yet with a little bit in their mouthturned about by the rider. Horses that be strong, fierce and full of courage, Are yet with a little bit in their mouthturned about by the rider. ng1 cst vbb j, j cc j pp-f n1, vbr av p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po32 j-vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 236
2860 A ship is a great thing, and often driuen of fierce winds vpon the seas: and yet the gouernour with the little rudder turneth them about which way he wil. A ship is a great thing, and often driven of fierce winds upon the Seas: and yet the governor with the little rudder turns them about which Way he will. dt n1 vbz dt j n1, cc av vvn pp-f j n2 p-acp dt n2: cc av dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 vvz pno32 p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vmb. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 236
2861 As such little thinges turne about great and mightie things: As such little things turn about great and mighty things: p-acp d j n2 vvb p-acp j cc j n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 137
2862 so the tongue though it bee but a little member, yet hee saith boasteth great thinges. so the tongue though it be but a little member, yet he Says boasts great things. av dt n1 cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt j n1, av pns31 vvz vvz j n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 137
2863 This seemeth a very hard application. This seems a very hard application. np1 vvz dt j j n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 137
2864 For he speaketh heere before of the well ordering of the tongue what power it hath, For he speaks Here before of the well ordering of the tongue what power it hath, p-acp pns31 vvz av a-acp pp-f dt av vvg pp-f dt n1 r-crq n1 pn31 vhz, (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 137
2865 and now saith boasteth great thinges; and now Says boasts great things; cc av vvz vvz j n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 137
2866 for boasting is not good, and a man may boast great thinges which yet he cannot do. for boasting is not good, and a man may boast great things which yet he cannot do. c-acp vvg vbz xx j, cc dt n1 vmb vvi j n2 r-crq av pns31 vmbx vdi. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 137
2867 The bit in the horse mouth doth turn him about indeed, and so doth the little rudder more then boast of turning about the great ship. The bit in the horse Mouth does turn him about indeed, and so does the little rudder more then boast of turning about the great ship. dt n1 p-acp dt n1 n1 vdz vvi pno31 a-acp av, cc av vdz dt j n1 av-dc cs n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt j n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 137
2868 Why then saith hee the tongue boasteth great thinges? Indeed the word may well bee so translated: Why then Says he the tongue boasts great things? Indeed the word may well be so translated: uh-crq av vvz pns31 dt n1 vvz j n2? np1 dt n1 vmb av vbi av vvn: (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 137
2869 But S. Iames doth vse it not as a bare boasting, nor in euill part: But S. James does use it not as a bore boasting, nor in evil part: cc-acp n1 np1 vdz vvi pn31 xx p-acp dt j n-vvg, ccx p-acp j-jn n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 137
2870 but as if he should say, look how the bit is a little thing and turneth about the whole bodie of a fierce horse, causing him to obey the rider; but as if he should say, look how the bit is a little thing and turns about the Whole body of a fierce horse, causing him to obey the rider; cc-acp c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, vvb c-crq dt n1 vbz dt j n1 cc vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n1, vvg pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 137
2871 and as the rudder is small and yet turneth about a great ship, or as these two little things do great matters: and as the rudder is small and yet turns about a great ship, or as these two little things do great matters: cc c-acp dt n1 vbz j cc av vvz p-acp dt j n1, cc c-acp d crd j n2 vdb j n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 137
2872 so the tongue being a very small member lifteth it selfe vp to the performance of verie great things. so the tongue being a very small member lifts it self up to the performance of very great things. av dt n1 vbg dt av j n1 vvz pn31 n1 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f av j n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 137
2873 It so boasteth, that it performeth them indeede. It so boasts, that it Performeth them indeed. pn31 av vvz, cst pn31 vvz pno32 av. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 137
2874 But what bee those great matters which it doth so well? To speake brieflie, it bringeth forth all the good treasures of the hart, as our Sauiour hath said. But what be those great matters which it does so well? To speak briefly, it brings forth all the good treasures of the heart, as our Saviour hath said. p-acp r-crq vbb d j n2 r-crq pn31 vdz av av? p-acp vvi av-j, pn31 vvz av d dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, c-acp po12 n1 vhz vvn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 137
2875 Look what gift of grace or heauēly thing the holy ghost worketh in the heart of man, his tongue vttereth the same. Look what gift of grace or heavenly thing the holy ghost works in the heart of man, his tongue uttereth the same. n1 r-crq n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1 dt j n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, po31 n1 vvz dt d. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 137
2876 The tongue is giuen as a speciall instrument to glorifie & praise god. The tongue is given as a special Instrument to Glorify & praise god. dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 137
2877 Great duties it is to perform that way, and as it were to leade the whole bodie. Great duties it is to perform that Way, and as it were to lead the Whole body. j n2 pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi cst n1, cc c-acp pn31 vbdr pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 238
2878 And also towards men it doeth many goodly things: And also towards men it doth many goodly things: cc av p-acp n2 pn31 vdz d j n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 238
2879 Out of a wise heart, it bringeth forth wisedom & knowledge to inform and to iustruct the ignorant. Out of a wise heart, it brings forth Wisdom & knowledge to inform and to instruct the ignorant. av pp-f dt j n1, pn31 vvz av n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi dt j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 238
2880 It giueth wholesome aduise, and good counsel vnto such as need. It perswadeth & comforteth, exhorteth, admonisheth and rebuketh as need doth require. It gives wholesome advise, and good counsel unto such as need. It Persuadeth & comforts, exhorteth, Admonisheth and Rebuketh as need does require. pn31 vvz j n1, cc j n1 p-acp d c-acp vvb. pn31 vvz cc vvz, vvz, vvz cc vvz p-acp n1 vdz vvi. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 238
2881 Yea infinite are the benefites which the tongue rightlie ordered doth bring vnto men. Let no corrupt communication (saith Saint Paule) proceed out of your mouthes: Yea infinite Are the benefits which the tongue rightly ordered does bring unto men. Let no corrupt communication (Says Saint Paul) proceed out of your mouths: uh j vbr dt n2 r-crq dt n1 av-jn vvn vdz vvi p-acp n2. vvb dx j n1 (vvz np1 np1) vvb av pp-f po22 n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 238
2882 but such as is good to the vse of edifying, that it may minister grace to the hearers. Ephes. 4.29. but such as is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace to the hearers. Ephesians 4.29. cc-acp d c-acp vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg, cst pn31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n2. np1 crd. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 238
2883 And also hee saith, Let your speech be alwayes gracious and poudered with salt, that ye may know how to answer euery man, Coloss. 4.6. Beloved when wee consider well of these thinges, it teacheth vs how farre off we be from perfection. And also he Says, Let your speech be always gracious and powdered with salt, that you may know how to answer every man, Coloss. 4.6. beloved when we Consider well of these things, it Teaches us how Far off we be from perfection. cc av pns31 vvz, vvb po22 n1 vbb av j cc j-vvn p-acp n1, cst pn22 vmb vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi d n1, np1 crd. j-vvn c-crq pns12 vvb av pp-f d n2, pn31 vvz pno12 c-crq av-j a-acp pns12 vbb p-acp n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 238
2884 For doe wee not come woonderfull farre short of guiding our tongue aright to the performāce of these great things, both in glorifying God, For doe we not come wondered Far short of guiding our tongue aright to the performance of these great things, both in glorifying God, p-acp n1 pns12 xx vvi j-vvn j j pp-f j-vvg po12 n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2, av-d p-acp vvg np1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 238
2885 & also in ministring grace by our talk at al times vnto mē. & also in ministering grace by our talk At all times unto men. cc av p-acp j-vvg n1 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 238
2886 What shall speak of our wants in this point? If we did wel & throughly behold & discern thē, this one thing wold manifest vnto vs, that in manie things we sin al: What shall speak of our Wants in this point? If we did well & thoroughly behold & discern them, this one thing would manifest unto us, that in many things we sin all: q-crq vmb vvi pp-f po12 n2 p-acp d n1? cs pns12 vdd av cc av-j vvi cc vvi pno32, d crd n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno12, cst p-acp d n2 pns12 vvb d: (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 238
2887 that so we might not be so rigorous in condemning or iudging others. that so we might not be so rigorous in condemning or judging Others. cst av pns12 vmd xx vbi av j p-acp vvg cc vvg n2-jn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 238
2888 For if we come so far short in the duties of the tongue, both in praising God, For if we come so Far short in the duties of the tongue, both in praising God, p-acp cs pns12 vvb av av-j j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, av-d p-acp vvg np1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 238
2889 and also in benefiting men so manie wayes as wee might and are bounde: and also in benefiting men so many ways as we might and Are bound: cc av p-acp j-vvg n2 av d n2 c-acp pns12 vmd cc vbr vvn: (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 238
2890 What shall wee thinke is the number of all our sinnes? wee may well say, that they be moe in number then the haires of our head. What shall we think is the number of all our Sins? we may well say, that they be more in number then the hairs of our head. q-crq vmb pns12 vvb vbz dt n1 pp-f d po12 n2? pns12 vmb av vvi, cst pns32 vbb dc p-acp n1 av dt n2 pp-f po12 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 241
2891 But why hath the Lord set foorth this power and good of the right ordered tongue? wee must well consider of that. But why hath the Lord Set forth this power and good of the right ordered tongue? we must well Consider of that. p-acp q-crq vhz dt n1 vvd av d n1 cc j pp-f dt j-jn vvn n1? pns12 vmb av vvi pp-f d. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 241
2892 It is not that wee should come to the sight onely how vnperfect we are, but that withal we should labour and striue towards greater perfection. It is not that we should come to the sighed only how unperfect we Are, but that withal we should labour and strive towards greater perfection. pn31 vbz xx cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 av-j c-crq j pns12 vbr, cc-acp cst av pns12 vmd vvi cc vvi p-acp jc n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 241
2893 It is a most worthy thing to professe the holy faith, and to sound foorth the praise and glorie of the most high God. It is a most worthy thing to profess the holy faith, and to found forth the praise and glory of the most high God. pn31 vbz dt av-ds j n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cc pc-acp vvi av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt av-ds j np1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 241
2894 Also it is an excellent thing to speake such wordes as may at all times minister grace to the hearers. Also it is an excellent thing to speak such words as may At all times minister grace to the hearers. av pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 c-acp vmb p-acp d n2 vvi n1 p-acp dt n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 241
2895 Hereunto appertaineth that which Salomon saieth, The tongue of the iust man is as fined siluer, Hereunto appertaineth that which Solomon Saith, The tongue of the just man is as fined silver, av vvz cst r-crq np1 vvz, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz a-acp vvn n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 241
2896 and the lippes of the righteous doe feed many. Prouerb. 10.20, 21. Thus much concerning the first part, which is the ordering of the tongue aright; and the lips of the righteous do feed many. Proverb. 10.20, 21. Thus much Concerning the First part, which is the ordering of the tongue aright; cc dt n2 pp-f dt j vdb vvi d. n1. crd, crd av av-d vvg dt ord n1, r-crq vbz dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 av; (14) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 241
2897 which is an exceeding great matter: which is an exceeding great matter: r-crq vbz dt j-vvg j n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 241
2898 and now I will proceed to the other part, that is the wonderfull harme of the euill tongue: and now I will proceed to the other part, that is the wonderful harm of the evil tongue: cc av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 241
2899 for looke how great the power of the tongue is vnto good, where it is well ordered, for look how great the power of the tongue is unto good, where it is well ordered, p-acp vvi c-crq j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp j, c-crq pn31 vbz av vvn, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 241
2900 so great force hath it also on the other part vnto all mischiefe, where it is not bridled. so great force hath it also on the other part unto all mischief, where it is not bridled. av j n1 vhz pn31 av p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp d n1, c-crq pn31 vbz xx vvn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 241
2901 And least this might seeme strange or incredible, the Apostle vseth a comparison: Behold (saith hee) how great a thing a little fire kindleth. And lest this might seem strange or incredible, the Apostle uses a comparison: Behold (Says he) how great a thing a little fire kindleth. cc cs d vmd vvi j cc j, dt n1 vvz dt n1: vvb (vvz pns31) c-crq j dt n1 dt j n1 vvz. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 241
2902 Wee all know, that one little sparke of fire lighting into drie matter, is enough to fire a whole house, we all know, that one little spark of fire lighting into dry matter, is enough to fire a Whole house, pns12 d vvb, cst crd j n1 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp j n1, vbz av-d pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 241
2903 and so a whole citie, a countrey, yea the whole world, so much as will kindle and burne. and so a Whole City, a country, yea the Whole world, so much as will kindle and burn. cc av dt j-jn n1, dt n1, uh dt j-jn n1, av av-d c-acp vmb vvi cc vvi. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 241
2904 This is a wonderfull thing which God hath giuen to the fire, that from so little so great flames will arise, This is a wonderful thing which God hath given to the fire, that from so little so great flames will arise, d vbz dt j n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1, cst p-acp av j av j n2 vmb vvi, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 242
2905 and that it will spread in such sort. And Saint Iames saith, that the tongue is fire. and that it will spread in such sort. And Saint James Says, that the tongue is fire. cc cst pn31 vmb vvi p-acp d n1. cc n1 np1 vvz, cst dt n1 vbz n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 242
2906 It is not of our common fire: it is figuratiuely called fire: It is not of our Common fire: it is figuratively called fire: pn31 vbz xx pp-f po12 j n1: pn31 vbz av-j vvn n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 242
2907 for it will spread farre, though it be little, and set all on a flame euen as fire: for it will spread Far, though it be little, and Set all on a flame even as fire: c-acp pn31 vmb vvi av-j, cs pn31 vbb j, cc vvd d p-acp dt n1 av p-acp n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 242
2908 yea it extendeth it selfe in mischiefe so farre, that hee calleth it a world of wickednes. yea it extendeth it self in mischief so Far, that he calls it a world of wickedness. uh pn31 vvz pn31 n1 p-acp n1 av av-j, cst pns31 vvz pn31 dt n1 pp-f n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 242
2909 What a marueilous saying is this? Is the tongue so small a member, and yet containeth in it such a depth and such a gulfe of all wickednes? A world is a great thing, it is the vniuersalitie of all creatures, What a marvelous saying is this? Is the tongue so small a member, and yet Containeth in it such a depth and such a gulf of all wickedness? A world is a great thing, it is the universality of all creatures, q-crq dt j n-vvg vbz d? vbz dt n1 av j dt n1, cc av vvz p-acp pn31 d dt n1 cc d dt n1 pp-f d n1? dt n1 vbz dt j n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 242
2910 and by this the holy Apostle doeth expresse the wickednesse of the tongue: as if he should say, the generalitie of all euill and wickednesse is the tongue. and by this the holy Apostle doth express the wickedness of the tongue: as if he should say, the generality of all evil and wickedness is the tongue. cc p-acp d dt j n1 vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1: c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, dt n1 pp-f d j-jn cc n1 vbz dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 242
2911 What euill, what mischiefe, what wickednesse, what treacheries and lies come not from the tongue? And marke how hee saith, that the tongue is so placed or set among our members, that it defileth the whole bodie. What evil, what mischief, what wickedness, what Treacheries and lies come not from the tongue? And mark how he Says, that the tongue is so placed or Set among our members, that it Defileth the Whole body. q-crq j-jn, r-crq n1, r-crq n1, r-crq n2 cc n2 vvb xx p-acp dt n1? cc vvb c-crq pns31 vvz, cst dt n1 vbz av vvn cc vvn p-acp po12 n2, cst pn31 vvz dt j-jn n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 242
2912 If a thing bee full of euill, and set with such distance that it can not touch another thing, If a thing be full of evil, and Set with such distance that it can not touch Another thing, cs dt n1 vbi j pp-f n-jn, cc vvn p-acp d n1 cst pn31 vmb xx vvi j-jn n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 242
2913 then the euill is not spread but resteth, and defileth it selfe: but it is not so yee see with the tongue: then the evil is not spread but rests, and Defileth it self: but it is not so ye see with the tongue: cs dt n-jn vbz xx vvn cc-acp vvz, cc vvz pn31 n1: cc-acp pn31 vbz xx av pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 242
2914 for it is so set that it defileth the whole bodie. And so fire, where the drie matter is absent doth nothing; for it is so Set that it Defileth the Whole body. And so fire, where the dry matter is absent does nothing; c-acp pn31 vbz av vvn cst pn31 vvz dt j-jn n1. cc av n1, c-crq dt j n1 vbz j vdz pix; (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 242
2915 but if it light vpon it, then it enflameth all, and setteth the whole on fire: but if it Light upon it, then it inflameth all, and sets the Whole on fire: cc-acp cs pn31 vvb p-acp pn31, cs pn31 vvz d, cc vvz dt j-jn p-acp n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 242
2916 Euen so he saith, that the tongue reacheth vnto and setteth on fire the course of nature. Even so he Says, that the tongue reaches unto and sets on fire the course of nature. av av pns31 vvz, cst dt n1 vvz p-acp cc vvz p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 242
2917 The whole course of nature may verie well be taken for the whole world, as if he should say, The tongue euen like a firebrand setteth the whole world on fire: The Whole course of nature may very well be taken for the Whole world, as if he should say, The tongue even like a firebrand sets the Whole world on fire: dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 vmb av av vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, dt n1 av av-j dt n1 vvz dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 243
2918 for the truth is, that in all places there be hote flames of contention, there be broiles and dissentions: for the truth is, that in all places there be hight flames of contention, there be broils and dissensions: c-acp dt n1 vbz, cst p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbi j n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbi n2 cc n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 243
2919 yea all things doe boile and burne with the fire of the tongue. yea all things do boil and burn with the fire of the tongue. uh d n2 vdb vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 243
2920 And in the next wordes he sheweth what manner of fire the tongue is, and from whence it hath that fire. And in the next words he shows what manner of fire the tongue is, and from whence it hath that fire. cc p-acp dt ord n2 pns31 vvz r-crq n1 pp-f n1 dt n1 vbz, cc p-acp c-crq pn31 vhz d n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 243
2921 It is (saith hee) it selfe set on fire of hell. Then is the tongue not onely fire, but most pestilent and hellish or deuilish fire. Hell enflameth the tongue: It is (Says he) it self Set on fire of hell. Then is the tongue not only fire, but most pestilent and hellish or devilish fire. Hell inflameth the tongue: pn31 vbz (vvz pns31) pn31 n1 vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1. av vbz dt n1 xx av-j n1, cc-acp ds j cc j cc j n1. n1 vvz dt n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 243
2922 how can that be? Hell is here put for the deuils of hell: they set the tongue on fire, they doe enflame it with the hellish fire: how can that be? Hell is Here put for the Devils of hell: they Set the tongue on fire, they do inflame it with the hellish fire: c-crq vmb d vbi? n1 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1: pns32 vvd dt n1 p-acp n1, pns32 vdb vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 243
2923 for as the holy ghost inspiring and sanctifying the heart of a good or godly man, filleth it with all precious and heauenly treasures, which then the tongue bringeth foorth to the praise and glorie of God, for as the holy ghost inspiring and sanctifying the heart of a good or godly man, fills it with all precious and heavenly treasures, which then the tongue brings forth to the praise and glory of God, c-acp c-acp dt j n1 vvg cc vvg dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1, vvz pn31 p-acp d j cc j n2, r-crq av dt n1 vvz av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 243
2924 and to the benefite of men: and to the benefit of men: cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 243
2925 so the deuill filleth the hearts of wicked men with such treasures as hell doth affoord, so the Devil fills the hearts of wicked men with such treasures as hell does afford, av dt n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp d n2 c-acp n1 vdz vvi, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 243
2926 and their tongues doe vtter foorth the same. and their tongues do utter forth the same. cc po32 n2 vdb vvi av dt d. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 243
2927 And in that respect the holy Apostle saith, that the tōgue it selfe is set on fire of hell. And in that respect the holy Apostle Says, that the tongue it self is Set on fire of hell. cc p-acp d n1 dt j n1 vvz, cst dt n1 pn31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 243
2928 O that men would consider of this, how their tongues are thē speciall instruments of the deuill, to spread here in the whole worlde the fire of hell. O that men would Consider of this, how their tongues Are them special Instruments of the Devil, to spread Here in the Whole world the fire of hell. sy d n2 vmd vvi pp-f d, c-crq po32 n2 vbr pno32 j n2 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt j-jn n1 dt n1 pp-f n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 243
2929 O that they would weigh and consider whome they serue, and whose worke they doe perfourme. O that they would weigh and Consider whom they serve, and whose work they do perform. sy cst pns32 vmd vvi cc vvi r-crq pns32 vvb, cc rg-crq n1 pns32 vdb vvi. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 243
2930 That tongue which hath beene giuen to be the chiefe instrument in the bodie of man for to magnifie the praise and honour of the Lorde, and to benefit men: That tongue which hath been given to be the chief Instrument in the body of man for to magnify the praise and honour of the Lord, and to benefit men: cst n1 r-crq vhz vbn vvn pc-acp vbi dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 243
2931 how is it turned and changed to be the firebrand to set the whole world on fire, how is it turned and changed to be the firebrand to Set the Whole world on fire, c-crq vbz pn31 vvn cc vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 244
2932 euen with the fire of hell? But if it be demanded, what is this same fire which it is enflamed withall, even with the fire of hell? But if it be demanded, what is this same fire which it is inflamed withal, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? p-acp cs pn31 vbb vvn, r-crq vbz d d n1 r-crq pn31 vbz vvn av, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 244
2933 and with which it doth enflame the whole course of nature? You know that Saint Paul saith, The deuill hath fiery dartes, which faith doth quench: and with which it does inflame the Whole course of nature? You know that Saint Paul Says, The Devil hath fiery darts, which faith does quench: cc p-acp r-crq pn31 vdz vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1? pn22 vvb d n1 np1 vvz, dt n1 vhz j n2, r-crq n1 vdz vvi: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 244
2934 now where faith is not, hee fixeth those dartes in the heart of man, and so when the heart is filled with that hellish fire, the tongue presently receiueth it, now where faith is not, he fixeth those darts in the heart of man, and so when the heart is filled with that hellish fire, the tongue presently receiveth it, av c-crq n1 vbz xx, pns31 vvz d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d j n1, dt n1 av-j vvz pn31, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 244
2935 and casteth it abroad euen like wild fire: and Cast it abroad even like wild fire: cc vvz pn31 av av av-j j n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 244
2936 hee shooteth the dart of pride and vaineglorie & ambition into the mind, the dart of selfeloue, of enuie, of hatred, and of malice. he shoots the dart of pride and vainglory & ambition into the mind, the dart of Self-love, of envy, of hatred, and of malice. pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f vvb, pp-f n1, pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 244
2937 Moreouer, he fasteneth his dartes of vanitie and vaine pleasures, with the dartes of all vncleane lusts of fornication and adulterie. Moreover, he fasteneth his darts of vanity and vain pleasures, with the darts of all unclean Lustiest of fornication and adultery. av, pns31 vvz po31 n2 pp-f n1 cc j n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 244
2938 These are from hell, these are fierie, and the fire of Gods wrath is with them: These Are from hell, these Are fiery, and the fire of God's wrath is with them: d vbr p-acp n1, d vbr j, cc dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbz p-acp pno32: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 244
2939 and the tongue hereupon scattereth and disperseth all this fire abroad; and the tongue hereupon Scattereth and disperses all this fire abroad; cc dt n1 av vvz cc vvz d d n1 av; (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 244
2940 as, wordes of contempt, of disdaine and reproch, words full of fury and bitter rage, with lying, as, words of contempt, of disdain and reproach, words full of fury and bitter rage, with lying, c-acp, n2 pp-f n1, pp-f n1 cc n1, n2 j pp-f n1 cc j n1, p-acp vvg, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 244
2941 and slandring, & backbiting, wordes full of vanitie and horrible othes, wordes full of filthie ribaldrie and all manner of beastly songs. and slandering, & backbiting, words full of vanity and horrible Oaths, words full of filthy ribaldry and all manner of beastly songs. cc vvg, cc n1, n2 j pp-f n1 cc j n2, n2 j pp-f j n1 cc d n1 pp-f j n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 244
2942 Shall I take vpon me to number the starres, or to measure the sandes of the sea? If not, what should I take vpon me to enter into all particulars in this matter? There is nothing which the fiends of hell doe suggest into the wicked heartes of men, Shall I take upon me to number the Stars, or to measure the sands of the sea? If not, what should I take upon me to enter into all particulars in this matter? There is nothing which the fiends of hell do suggest into the wicked hearts of men, vmb pns11 vvi p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi dt n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1? cs xx, q-crq vmd pns11 vvi p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2-j p-acp d n1? pc-acp vbz pix r-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 vdb vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 244
2943 but the tongue poureth it forth. but the tongue pours it forth. cc-acp dt n1 vvz pn31 av. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 244
2944 Hereupon (as wee see by daily experience) all the world is on a flame, Hereupon (as we see by daily experience) all the world is on a flame, av (c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp j n1) d dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 244
2945 euen with the fire of hell. There is cursing, and banning, and raging: there is boasting, and quarrelling, and reuiling: even with the fire of hell. There is cursing, and banning, and raging: there is boasting, and quarreling, and reviling: av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. pc-acp vbz vvg, cc vvg, cc j-vvg: pc-acp vbz vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 245
2946 there is false accusing, lying, and condemning: there is false accusing, lying, and condemning: pc-acp vbz j n-vvg, vvg, cc vvg: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 245
2947 yea, (as the Apostle saide before) there is in the speech euen a world of wickednes: yea, (as the Apostle said before) there is in the speech even a world of wickedness: uh, (c-acp dt n1 vvd a-acp) pc-acp vbz p-acp dt n1 av-j dt n1 pp-f n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 245
2948 all the partes of man are defiled by the same. It is a generall contagion that ouerspreadeth the whole. all the parts of man Are defiled by the same. It is a general contagion that overspreadeth the Whole. d dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt d. pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst vvz dt j-jn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 245
2949 And Saint Iames doeth yet further set foorth the vnrulinesse of the tongue by a comparison. And Saint James doth yet further Set forth the unruliness of the tongue by a comparison. cc n1 np1 vdz av av-jc vvn av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 245
2950 There is a wonderfull fierce nature in sundrie sortes of wilde beasts, as in the lyon, the leopard, the tygre, There is a wonderful fierce nature in sundry sorts of wild beasts, as in the Lion, the leopard, the tiger, pc-acp vbz dt j j n1 p-acp j n2 pp-f j n2, c-acp p-acp dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 245
2951 and the wolfe, with many others; & of these, men haue caught some, and brought them to be tame. and the wolf, with many Others; & of these, men have caught Some, and brought them to be tame. cc dt n1, p-acp d n2-jn; cc pp-f d, n2 vhb vvn d, cc vvd pno32 pc-acp vbi j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 245
2952 There bee also among the foules, among the creeping things, and among the fishes, things verie wilde and vnruly, which yet by man haue beene tamed: There be also among the fowls, among the creeping things, and among the Fish, things very wild and unruly, which yet by man have been tamed: pc-acp vbi av p-acp dt n2, p-acp dt j-vvg n2, cc p-acp dt n2, n2 av j cc j-u, r-crq av p-acp n1 vhb vbn vvn: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 245
2953 but (saith hee) the tongue can no man tame. but (Says he) the tongue can no man tame. cc-acp (vvz pns31) dt n1 vmb dx n1 vvi. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 245
2954 All the cruell nature of the sauadge wilde beasts, of foules, of serpents, and of fishes, is not like the tongue, that passeth them all; All the cruel nature of the savage wild beasts, of fowls, of Serpents, and of Fish, is not like the tongue, that passes them all; av-d dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn j n2, pp-f n2, pp-f n2, cc pp-f n2, vbz xx av-j dt n1, cst vvz pno32 d; (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 245
2955 no wisedome nor power of man can tame that. no Wisdom nor power of man can tame that. dx n1 ccx n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi d. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 245
2956 Is not this a wonderfull thing? will men beleeue that this little member should haue such a nature in it, that no man can rule it? Maruaile not at this, the cause is euident, Is not this a wonderful thing? will men believe that this little member should have such a nature in it, that no man can Rule it? Marvel not At this, the cause is evident, vbz xx d dt j n1? vmb n2 vvi cst d j n1 vmd vhi d dt n1 p-acp pn31, cst dx n1 vmb vvi pn31? n1 xx p-acp d, dt n1 vbz j, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 245
2957 euen by that which goeth before in this text. even by that which Goes before in this text. av p-acp d r-crq vvz a-acp p-acp d n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 245
2958 Is there any beast, any foule, any serpent, or fish, whose nature is to be compared to the deuill, Is there any beast, any foul, any serpent, or Fish, whose nature is to be compared to the Devil, vbz pc-acp d n1, d j, d n1, cc n1, rg-crq n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 245
2959 or to the fire of hell? I doubt not but euery man will confesse and say thus, There bee horrible and sauage natures among beastes, or to the fire of hell? I doubt not but every man will confess and say thus, There be horrible and savage nature's among beasts, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? pns11 vvb xx p-acp d n1 vmb vvi cc vvi av, pc-acp vbi j cc j-jn n2 p-acp n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 245
2960 and serpentes, and dragons, but the deuils goe beyond them all, there is no comparison, hell can not bee matched, that fire can not bee quenched, there is no taming of those things. and Serpents, and dragons, but the Devils go beyond them all, there is no comparison, hell can not be matched, that fire can not be quenched, there is no taming of those things. cc n2, cc n2, cc-acp dt n2 vvb p-acp pno32 d, pc-acp vbz dx n1, n1 vmb xx vbi vvn, cst n1 vmb xx vbi vvn, pc-acp vbz dx vvg pp-f d n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 246
2961 Then marke how he said, that the tongue is set on fire of hell. The nature of hell, the nature of the deuill is put into the tongue: Then mark how he said, that the tongue is Set on fire of hell. The nature of hell, the nature of the Devil is put into the tongue: av vvb c-crq pns31 vvd, cst dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1. dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 246
2962 and hereupon it commeth to passe that it is harder to be tamed then all the nature of serpents and wilde beasts. and hereupon it comes to pass that it is harder to be tamed then all the nature of Serpents and wild beasts. cc av pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi cst pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vbi vvn av d dt n1 pp-f n2 cc j n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 246
2963 Then when hee saith, But the tongue can no man tame, is it his meaning that there is nor was neuer any man, Then when he Says, But the tongue can no man tame, is it his meaning that there is nor was never any man, av c-crq pns31 vvz, cc-acp dt n1 vmb dx n1 j, vbz pn31 po31 n1 cst pc-acp vbz ccx vbds av d n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 246
2964 but his tongue hath beene vntamed, set on fire of hell, and so a firebrand to set the worlde on fire? The tongues of the Prophets, the tongues of the Apostles, the tongues of the martyrs and holy men haue vttered the heauenly trueth to the praise of God, but his tongue hath been untamed, Set on fire of hell, and so a firebrand to Set the world on fire? The tongues of the prophets, the tongues of the Apostles, the tongues of the Martyrs and holy men have uttered the heavenly truth to the praise of God, cc-acp po31 n1 vhz vbn j, vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc av dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1? dt n2 pp-f dt n2, dt n2 pp-f dt n2, dt n2 pp-f dt n2 cc j n2 vhb vvn dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 246
2965 and to the singular good of men: and to the singular good of men: cc p-acp dt j j pp-f n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 246
2966 how then is it saide, The tongue can no man tame? were not the tongues of these wel tamed? yes verely: how then is it said, The tongue can no man tame? were not the tongues of these well tamed? yes verily: c-crq av vbz pn31 vvn, dt n1 vmb dx n1 vvi? vbdr xx dt n2 pp-f d av vvn? uh av-j: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 246
2967 but yet this standeth still, The tongue can no man tame. but yet this Stands still, The tongue can no man tame. cc-acp av d vvz av, dt n1 vmb dx n1 vvi. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 246
2968 For their tongues were tamed not by themselues, nor by any wisedome, power, or vertue of man: For their tongues were tamed not by themselves, nor by any Wisdom, power, or virtue of man: p-acp po32 n2 vbdr vvn xx p-acp px32, ccx p-acp d n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 246
2969 but by grace, euen by the working and power of the heauenly spirit of God from aboue. but by grace, even by the working and power of the heavenly Spirit of God from above. cc-acp p-acp n1, av p-acp dt n-vvg cc n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp a-acp. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 246
2970 No man then, but the Lorde God, whose power is aboue all, hath euer tamed the nature of the tongue. No man then, but the Lord God, whose power is above all, hath ever tamed the nature of the tongue. dx n1 av, cc-acp dt n1 np1, rg-crq n1 vbz p-acp d, vhz av vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 246
2971 There is nothing in man from Satan or from hel, be it neuer so pestilent & horrible, There is nothing in man from Satan or from hell, be it never so pestilent & horrible, pc-acp vbz pix p-acp n1 p-acp np1 cc p-acp n1, vbb pn31 av-x av j cc j, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 246
2972 but the grace & power of God can subdue it. but the grace & power of God can subdue it. cc-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi pn31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 246
2973 It is not then the purpose or meaning of the Apostle, by saying, but the tongue can no man tame, to lead men vnto this, It is not then the purpose or meaning of the Apostle, by saying, but the tongue can no man tame, to led men unto this, pn31 vbz xx av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp vvg, cc-acp dt n1 vmb dx n1 j, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp d, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 247
2974 euen to let it alone, for that which is vnpossible vnto man, he will not set vpon it, at least, if he know so much. even to let it alone, for that which is unpossible unto man, he will not Set upon it, At least, if he know so much. av pc-acp vvi pn31 av-j, c-acp d r-crq vbz j p-acp n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31, p-acp ds, cs pns31 vvb av av-d. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 247
2975 For to what end and purpose should a man goe about to doe that which is aboue his power? I say it is not the purpose of the holy Apostle so to perswade, For to what end and purpose should a man go about to do that which is above his power? I say it is not the purpose of the holy Apostle so to persuade, p-acp p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 vmd dt n1 vvb a-acp pc-acp vdi d r-crq vbz p-acp po31 n1? pns11 vvb pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 av pc-acp vvi, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 247
2976 but by shewing the difficultie and impossibilitie in regard of mans strength, hee mooueth men to seeke vnto God for the power of his grace, but by showing the difficulty and impossibility in regard of men strength, he moveth men to seek unto God for the power of his grace, cc-acp p-acp vvg dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 pp-f ng1 n1, pns31 vvz n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 247
2977 for there is all the helpe. for there is all the help. c-acp pc-acp vbz d dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 247
2978 And seeing there is helpe in God, how can we be excused, if we doe not flie vnto him? The thing is most horrible, wee ought to abhorre it that wee should carrie in our mouth the fire of hell and the nature of the deuill. And seeing there is help in God, how can we be excused, if we do not fly unto him? The thing is most horrible, we ought to abhor it that we should carry in our Mouth the fire of hell and the nature of the Devil. np1 vvg a-acp vbz n1 p-acp np1, q-crq vmb pns12 vbi vvn, cs pns12 vdb xx vvi p-acp pno31? dt n1 vbz av-ds j, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi pn31 cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 247
2979 Shall wee not thirst for those heauenly and pure waters of the holy ghost, which shall extinguish such hellish fire? O beloued, it is the mind and purpose of the Apostle when he sheweth vs these things, to stir vs vp to seeke more earnestly vnto God, Shall we not thirst for those heavenly and pure waters of the holy ghost, which shall extinguish such hellish fire? O Beloved, it is the mind and purpose of the Apostle when he shows us these things, to stir us up to seek more earnestly unto God, vmb pns12 xx vvi p-acp d j cc j n2 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vmb vvi d j n1? sy j-vvn, pn31 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pno12 d n2, pc-acp vvi pno12 a-acp pc-acp vvi av-dc av-j p-acp np1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 247
2980 and not to trust to our owne strength: and not to trust to our own strength: cc xx pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 d n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 247
2981 vnlesse wee make small account to carrie such a tongue, yea such a firebrande of hell in our mouth, unless we make small account to carry such a tongue, yea such a firebrand of hell in our Mouth, cs pns12 vvb j n1 pc-acp vvi d dt n1, uh d dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 247
2982 as is worse then any serpent. as is Worse then any serpent. c-acp vbz jc cs d n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 247
2983 What a loathsome thing ought it to be to the minde of euery man to haue his mouth full of the fire of hell euer and anon for to cast abroad? wee holde it a verie rare and most strange and monstrous thing, What a loathsome thing ought it to be to the mind of every man to have his Mouth full of the fire of hell ever and anon for to cast abroad? we hold it a very rare and most strange and monstrous thing, q-crq dt j n1 vmd pn31 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vhi po31 n1 j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 av cc av c-acp pc-acp vvi av? pns12 vvb pn31 dt j j cc av-ds j cc j n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 247
2984 if any beast should carrie ranke poison in his mouth to cast forth farre and neere: if any beast should carry rank poison in his Mouth to cast forth Far and near: cs d n1 vmd vvi n1 vvi p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi av av-j cc av-j: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 247
2985 and the tongue of man spreadeth that which is a great deale woorse then any poison: and the tongue of man spreadeth that which is a great deal Worse then any poison: cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz cst r-crq vbz dt j n1 jc cs d n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 247
2986 for men spitte fire, euen the verie fire of hell. for men spit fire, even the very fire of hell. c-acp n2 vvb n1, av-j dt j n1 pp-f n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 247
2987 alas, shall wee not seeke helpe for this? O beloued, be not deceiued to thinke that the speeches of the Apostle are more vehement then the matter requireth. alas, shall we not seek help for this? O Beloved, be not deceived to think that the Speeches of the Apostle Are more vehement then the matter requires. uh, vmb pns12 xx vvi n1 p-acp d? sy j-vvn, vbb xx vvn pc-acp vvi cst dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr av-dc j cs dt n1 vvz. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 248
2988 I confesse that the holy scripture vseth sometimes hyperbolicall speeches, but in these comparisons it is not so. I confess that the holy scripture uses sometime hyperbolical Speeches, but in these comparisons it is not so. pns11 vvb cst dt j n1 vvz av j n2, cc-acp p-acp d n2 pn31 vbz xx av. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 248
2989 The tongue indeed is (as he saith) an vnruly euill, full of deadly poison. The tongue indeed is (as he Says) an unruly evil, full of deadly poison. dt n1 av vbz (c-acp pns31 vvz) dt j n-jn, j pp-f j n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 248
2990 You know what is written in other places, Their mouth is full of cursing and bitternes, the poison of Aspes is vnder their lippes, their throate is an open sepulchre, they flatter vvith their tongues. You know what is written in other places, Their Mouth is full of cursing and bitterness, the poison of Asps is under their lips, their throat is an open Sepulchre, they flatter with their tongues. pn22 vvb r-crq vbz vvn p-acp j-jn n2, po32 n1 vbz j pp-f vvg cc n1, dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz p-acp po32 n2, po32 n1 vbz dt j n1, pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 248
2991 Wee can not away with the poion of Aspes, wee loath to heare of it: we can not away with the poion of Asps, we loath to hear of it: pns12 vmb xx av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 248
2992 and shall wee not then loath to carrie such horrible deadly poison in our tongues? Let vs thinke well of these things, and shall we not then loath to carry such horrible deadly poison in our tongues? Let us think well of these things, cc vmb pns12 xx av j pc-acp vvi d j j n1 p-acp po12 n2? vvb pno12 vvi av pp-f d n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 248
2993 and iudge of them, as the Lord pronounceth, and not according to our owne sense: and judge of them, as the Lord pronounceth, and not according to our own sense: cc n1 pp-f pno32, c-acp dt n1 vvz, cc xx vvg p-acp po12 d n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 248
2994 for as euery thing liketh and loueth that which is in their owne nature, (as the toad liketh her owne poison, for as every thing liketh and loves that which is in their own nature, (as the toad liketh her own poison, c-acp c-acp d n1 vvz cc vvz cst r-crq vbz p-acp po32 d n1, (c-acp dt n1 vvz po31 d n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 248
2995 so doeth the venemous serpent, the Aspe, and the Cockatrice:) so shall men by nature like and loue well the poison which is vnder their tongue, so doth the venomous serpent, the Asp, and the Cockatrice:) so shall men by nature like and love well the poison which is under their tongue, av vdz dt j n1, dt n1, cc dt n1:) av vmb n2 p-acp n1 av-j cc vvi av dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp po32 n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 248
2996 and that fire with which it is enflamed by hell. Men doe indeede euen glorie in those horrible things which come from their tongue. and that fire with which it is inflamed by hell. Men do indeed even glory in those horrible things which come from their tongue. cc d n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1. n2 vdb av av-j n1 p-acp d j n2 r-crq vvb p-acp po32 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 248
2997 Let vs therfore, as I said, iudge of the things as the Lord pronounceth, & not according to our own sense. Let us Therefore, as I said, judge of the things as the Lord pronounceth, & not according to our own sense. vvb pno12 av, c-acp pns11 vvd, n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vvz, cc xx vvg p-acp po12 d n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 248
2998 The Lord saith, that the tongues of men are full of deadly poison. The Lord Says, that the tongues of men Are full of deadly poison. dt n1 vvz, cst dt n2 pp-f n2 vbr j pp-f j n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 248
2999 If wee were throughly perswaded thereof, would it not euen force vs to seek vnto the Lord to haue such poison remoued? Would we like well to continue stil as venemous serpents? Could wee thinke well of this that the diuell should fire our tongues with the fire of hell? Or that hee should vse our tongues as his instruments to set all in a broile? God bee mercifull vnto vs, If we were thoroughly persuaded thereof, would it not even force us to seek unto the Lord to have such poison removed? Would we like well to continue still as venomous Serpents? Could we think well of this that the Devil should fire our tongues with the fire of hell? Or that he should use our tongues as his Instruments to Set all in a broil? God be merciful unto us, cs pns12 vbdr av-j vvn av, vmd pn31 xx av-j vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vhi d n1 vvn? vmd pns12 vvi av pc-acp vvi av c-acp j n2? vmd pns12 vvi av pp-f d cst dt n1 vmd vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? cc cst pns31 vmd vvi po12 n2 p-acp po31 n2 pc-acp vvi d p-acp dt n1? np1 vbb j p-acp pno12, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 249
3000 and helpe vs, for our case otherwise is most wretched and miserable. and help us, for our case otherwise is most wretched and miserable. cc vvb pno12, c-acp po12 n1 av vbz av-ds j cc j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 249
3001 And let vs now see what reason the Apostle rendreth, to shewe that the tongue is full of deadly poyson: And let us now see what reason the Apostle rendereth, to show that the tongue is full of deadly poison: cc vvb pno12 av vvi r-crq n1 dt n1 vvz, pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 vbz j pp-f j n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 249
3002 for he giueth an instance or a taste of the same deadly poyson in one particular, which is this: for he gives an instance or a taste of the same deadly poison in one particular, which is this: c-acp pns31 vvz dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt d j n1 p-acp crd j, r-crq vbz d: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 249
3003 Therewith blesse we God euen the father, and therewith curse wee men which are made after the image of God: Therewith bless we God even the father, and therewith curse we men which Are made After the image of God: av vvb pns12 np1 av-j dt n1, cc av vvb pns12 n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 249
3004 Out of one mouth proceedeth blessing and cursing: my brethren these things ought not so to be. Out of one Mouth Proceedeth blessing and cursing: my brothers these things ought not so to be. av pp-f crd n1 vvz n1 cc vvg: po11 n2 d n2 vmd xx av pc-acp vbi. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 249
3005 If he should stand to shewe the poyson in euery particular, it were much: this one may leade vs to the consideration of many. If he should stand to show the poison in every particular, it were much: this one may lead us to the consideration of many. cs pns31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d j, pn31 vbdr av-d: d pi vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 249
3006 To come then vnto it, thus it is: To come then unto it, thus it is: p-acp vvb av p-acp pn31, av pn31 vbz: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 249
3007 There is not almost any so wicked, but will haue words of praising God in their mouth, There is not almost any so wicked, but will have words of praising God in their Mouth, pc-acp vbz xx av d av j, cc-acp vmb vhi n2 pp-f vvg np1 p-acp po32 n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 249
3008 yea those words are often so godly and smooth, that they seeme to be with deuotion, yea those words Are often so godly and smooth, that they seem to be with devotion, uh d n2 vbr av av j cc j, cst pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 249
3009 euen as if they carried a reuerence and a great regarde to the name of the most high God. even as if they carried a Reverence and a great regard to the name of the most high God. av c-acp cs pns32 vvd dt n1 cc dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j np1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 249
3010 But let any man displease them, and by and by they curse him: which sheweth that their blessing & praising of God is but in a vaine shew. But let any man displease them, and by and by they curse him: which shows that their blessing & praising of God is but in a vain show. cc-acp vvb d n1 vvi pno32, cc p-acp cc a-acp pns32 vvb pno31: r-crq vvz d po32 n1 cc vvg pp-f np1 vbz p-acp p-acp dt j n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 249
3011 For if they did indeede and aright loue and reuerence the maiestie of God, then would they also regard his image in man: For if they did indeed and aright love and Reverence the majesty of God, then would they also regard his image in man: p-acp cs pns32 vdd av cc av vvb cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, av vmd pns32 av vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 249
3012 for man is made after the image of God. for man is made After the image of God. p-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 249
3013 Can they blesse God and curse his image? If wee blesse and praise the Lord in deede in all his workes, Can they bless God and curse his image? If we bless and praise the Lord in deed in all his works, vmb pns32 vvb np1 cc n1 po31 n1? cs pns12 vvb cc vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d po31 n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 250
3014 then chiefly in the workmanship of man, in whom hee hath set the print of his owne image. then chiefly in the workmanship of man, in whom he hath Set the print of his own image. av av-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 250
3015 And if wee cannot in that worke beholde his glorie and praise him, how shall wee doe it in other things? If any shall obiect, that the image of GOD was broken downe in man through the fall of our first parents: And if we cannot in that work behold his glory and praise him, how shall we do it in other things? If any shall Object, that the image of GOD was broken down in man through the fallen of our First Parents: cc cs pns12 vmbx p-acp d n1 vvi po31 n1 cc vvi pno31, q-crq vmb pns12 vdi pn31 p-acp j-jn n2? cs d vmb vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 ord n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 250
3016 and that such as bee renewed in Christ, and the image of GOD againe set vp in them, in those we may behold the glorie of God, such wee doe not curse, and that such as be renewed in christ, and the image of GOD again Set up in them, in those we may behold the glory of God, such we do not curse, cc cst d a-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 av vvd a-acp p-acp pno32, p-acp d pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, d pns12 vdb xx vvi, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 250
3017 but wee curse men that bee euill and wicked. but we curse men that be evil and wicked. cc-acp pns12 vvb n2 cst vbb j-jn cc j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 250
3018 I answer that there is not alwaies such regard had, but the tongue doth curse the good as well as the bad, and spareth none. I answer that there is not always such regard had, but the tongue does curse the good as well as the bad, and spares none. pns11 vvb cst pc-acp vbz xx av d n1 vhd, cc-acp dt n1 vdz vvi dt j c-acp av c-acp dt j, cc vvz pix. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 250
3019 And doubtles it is a greater and a more fowler thing to curse a right godlie man, And doubtless it is a greater and a more Fowler thing to curse a right godly man, cc av-j pn31 vbz dt jc cc dt av-dc jc n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn j n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 250
3020 then to curse a wicked man, because in the godlie man, the image of GOD doth shine in beautie, then to curse a wicked man, Because in the godly man, the image of GOD does shine in beauty, cs pc-acp vvi dt j n1, c-acp p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi p-acp n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 250
3021 and where his image doth more appeare, we are bound more to loue and to reuerence: and where his image does more appear, we Are bound more to love and to Reverence: cc c-crq po31 n1 vdz dc vvi, pns12 vbr vvn av-dc p-acp n1 cc pc-acp vvi: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 250
3022 but yet it is a fowle thing to curse any man, and doth in some sort reach vnto God. but yet it is a fowl thing to curse any man, and does in Some sort reach unto God. cc-acp av pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi d n1, cc vdz p-acp d n1 vvi p-acp np1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 250
3023 For albeit the image of God, touching righteousnes and holines is broken downe wholie in them, For albeit the image of God, touching righteousness and holiness is broken down wholly in them, p-acp cs dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg n1 cc n1 vbz vvn a-acp av-jn p-acp pno32, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 250
3024 yet there remayne some partes of his image, there is vnderstanding or reason, and such thinges as by which a man doth greatlie differ from a beast. yet there remain Some parts of his image, there is understanding or reason, and such things as by which a man does greatly differ from a beast. av pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vbz n1 cc n1, cc d n2 c-acp p-acp r-crq dt n1 vdz av-j vvi p-acp dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 250
3025 Sundrie excellent giftes there bee in man, which hee that vtterlie despiseth, offereth iniurie to the maiestie of God: Sundry excellent Gifts there be in man, which he that utterly despises, Offereth injury to the majesty of God: j j n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, r-crq pns31 cst av-j vvz, vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 251
3026 and that is the cause why Saint Iames bringeth it in as an absurde thing, that the same tongue blesseth GOD, and that is the cause why Saint James brings it in as an absurd thing, that the same tongue Blesses GOD, cc cst vbz dt n1 c-crq n1 np1 vvz pn31 p-acp c-acp dt j n1, cst dt d n1 vvz np1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 251
3027 and curseth men which are made after the image of GOD. and Curseth men which Are made After the image of GOD. cc vvz n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 251
3028 But what shall wee saye of this cursing of men, is it rare? Surelie it is very common where wrath is kindled, and displeasure ariseth. But what shall we say of this cursing of men, is it rare? Surely it is very Common where wrath is kindled, and displeasure arises. p-acp q-crq vmb pns12 vvi pp-f d vvg pp-f n2, vbz pn31 j? av-j pn31 vbz av j c-crq n1 vbz vvn, cc n1 vvz. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 251
3029 The horrible curses and execrations which come out of mens mouthes, would make a man that feareth GOD, euen tremble to heare. The horrible curses and execrations which come out of men's mouths, would make a man that fears GOD, even tremble to hear. dt j n2 cc n2 r-crq vvb av pp-f ng2 n2, vmd vvi dt n1 cst vvz np1, av vvb pc-acp vvi. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 251
3030 There is no sparing of any, but this deadly poyson of the tongue is powred forth vpon all. There is no sparing of any, but this deadly poison of the tongue is poured forth upon all. pc-acp vbz dx vvg pp-f d, cc-acp d j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn av p-acp d. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 251
3031 The brother curseth the brother, the Father the children, and the children againe their Father, the Husband the Wife, and the Wife her Husband. The brother Curseth the brother, the Father the children, and the children again their Father, the Husband the Wife, and the Wife her Husband. dt n1 vvz dt n1, dt n1 dt n2, cc dt n2 av po32 n1, dt n1 dt n1, cc dt n1 po31 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 251
3032 If a man would (as I may saye) defile his mouth, and the eares of those that shoulde heare it, hee might vtter so many of their vsuall curses and execrations as woulde make and fill a pretie booke. If a man would (as I may say) defile his Mouth, and the ears of those that should hear it, he might utter so many of their usual curses and execrations as would make and fill a pretty book. cs dt n1 vmd (c-acp pns11 vmb vvi) vvb po31 n1, cc dt n2 pp-f d cst vmd vvi pn31, pns31 vmd vvi av d pp-f po32 j n2 cc n2 c-acp vmd vvi cc vvi dt j n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 251
3033 And let but two men fall out or two women, which haue not learned the true seare of GOD, doe but marke the bitter poyson of the wordes which will come from them: And let but two men fallen out or two women, which have not learned the true sear of GOD, do but mark the bitter poison of the words which will come from them: cc vvb p-acp crd n2 vvb av cc crd n2, r-crq vhb xx vvn dt j n1 pp-f np1, vdb p-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pno32: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 251
3034 What reuilings will each giue vnto the other? what wordes of disdaine, contempt, and reproach? How base will each of them set forth the other for to bee? What is it almost that can bee deuised which is base, vile and loathsome, What revilings will each give unto the other? what words of disdain, contempt, and reproach? How base will each of them Set forth the other for to be? What is it almost that can be devised which is base, vile and loathsome, q-crq n2-vvg vmb d vvi p-acp dt j-jn? q-crq n2 pp-f n1, n1, cc n1? q-crq j vmb d pp-f pno32 vvd av dt j-jn c-acp pc-acp vbi? q-crq vbz pn31 av cst vmb vbi vvn r-crq vbz j, j cc j, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 251
3035 but the one will tearme the other by it? And with what vehemencie is it vsed to bee done? There is no more regard of the image and glorie of God in each of them, but the one will term the other by it? And with what vehemency is it used to be done? There is no more regard of the image and glory of God in each of them, cc-acp dt pi vmb vvi dt j-jn p-acp pn31? cc p-acp r-crq n1 vbz pn31 vvn pc-acp vbi vdn? pc-acp vbz dx dc n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d pp-f pno32, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 252
3036 then there is of a dogge. then there is of a dog. cs pc-acp vbz pp-f dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 252
3037 What a poyson is this? what a vile wickednesse proceedeth from the tongue? Saint Iames sheweth that it doth as a monstrous thing peruert the order and course of nature: What a poison is this? what a vile wickedness Proceedeth from the tongue? Saint James shows that it does as a monstrous thing pervert the order and course of nature: q-crq dt n1 vbz d? q-crq dt j n1 vvz p-acp dt n1? n1 np1 vvz cst pn31 vdz p-acp dt j n1 vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 252
3038 when out of the same mouth there proceedeth blessing and cursing. when out of the same Mouth there Proceedeth blessing and cursing. c-crq av pp-f dt d n1 a-acp vvz n1 cc vvg. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 252
3039 Doth a fountaine (saith hee) send foorth at one place sweete water and bitter? Can the figge-tree, my brethren, bring foorth oliues, either a vine figges? so can no fountaine make both salt water and sweete. Does a fountain (Says he) send forth At one place sweet water and bitter? Can the Fig tree, my brothers, bring forth Olive, either a vine figs? so can no fountain make both salt water and sweet. vdz dt n1 (vvz pns31) vvb av p-acp crd n1 j n1 cc j? vmb dt n1, po11 n2, vvb av n2, d dt n1 n2? av vmb dx n1 vvi d n1 n1 cc j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 252
3040 If it be against the course of nature that such things should bee, then doth it follow that some part of the words which come from the mouth are as sweete water, If it be against the course of nature that such things should be, then does it follow that Some part of the words which come from the Mouth Are as sweet water, cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cst d n2 vmd vbi, av vdz pn31 vvi cst d n1 pp-f dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 vbr a-acp j n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 252
3041 and other some of them bee bitter: nay they bee either all sweete or all bitter. and other Some of them be bitter: nay they be either all sweet or all bitter. cc j-jn d pp-f pno32 vbi j: uh-x pns32 vbb d d j cc d j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 252
3042 Now it is most euident that the one part, that is to say, the cursing of men, the contemptuous railings, reproches, Now it is most evident that the one part, that is to say, the cursing of men, the contemptuous railings, Reproaches, av pn31 vbz av-ds j cst dt crd n1, cst vbz pc-acp vvi, dt vvg pp-f n2, dt j n2-vvg, n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 252
3043 and reuilings, is not sweete, but euen as most bitter water. and revilings, is not sweet, but even as most bitter water. cc n2-vvg, vbz xx j, cc-acp av-j c-acp ds j n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 252
3044 Herevpon then it followeth, that the other part which seemed to bee very sweete water, that is, their blessing and praising of God, is also very bitter. Hereupon then it follows, that the other part which seemed to be very sweet water, that is, their blessing and praising of God, is also very bitter. av cs pn31 vvz, cst dt j-jn n1 r-crq vvd pc-acp vbi av j n1, cst vbz, po32 n1 cc vvg pp-f np1, vbz av av j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 252
3045 For as the holie Apostle hath shewed, they cannot bee both sweete and bitter. If one be bitter, both are bitter. For as the holy Apostle hath showed, they cannot be both sweet and bitter. If one be bitter, both Are bitter. p-acp p-acp dt j n1 vhz vvn, pns32 vmbx vbi av-d j cc j. cs pi vbb j, d vbr j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 252
3046 But how can their blessing of GOD bee bitter? how can that bee poyson? Is not the blessing and praising of God, a most precious and a most excellent thing? Doth S. Iames set that with the deadly poyson of the tongue? I answere, that the blessing, the praising and the honouring of God, is of all other things the most excellent and precious, when it is rightly done: But how can their blessing of GOD be bitter? how can that be poison? Is not the blessing and praising of God, a most precious and a most excellent thing? Does S. James Set that with the deadly poison of the tongue? I answer, that the blessing, the praising and the honouring of God, is of all other things the most excellent and precious, when it is rightly done: p-acp q-crq vmb po32 n1 pp-f np1 vbb j? q-crq vmb d vbi n1? vbz xx dt n1 cc vvg pp-f np1, dt av-ds j cc dt av-ds j n1? vdz np1 np1 vvd cst p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1? pns11 vvb, cst dt n1, dt vvg cc dt vvg pp-f np1, vbz pp-f d j-jn n2 dt av-ds j cc j, c-crq pn31 vbz av-jn vdn: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 253
3047 but if it be done but in fashion and shew, or in bare words, it is but a prophaning and an abusing of the most holie and glorious name of God. but if it be done but in fashion and show, or in bore words, it is but a profaning and an abusing of the most holy and glorious name of God. cc-acp cs pn31 vbb vdn p-acp p-acp n1 cc vvi, cc p-acp j n2, pn31 vbz p-acp dt vvg cc dt n-vvg pp-f dt av-ds j cc j n1 pp-f np1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 253
3048 Then is it hypocrisie, then is it sinne, yea euen an abomination. There can no praise bee giuen to God so great, but it is true. Then is it hypocrisy, then is it sin, yea even an abomination. There can no praise be given to God so great, but it is true. av vbz pn31 n1, av vbz pn31 n1, uh av dt n1. pc-acp vmb dx n1 vbi vvn p-acp np1 av j, cc-acp pn31 vbz j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 253
3049 But euery thing which in it selfe is true, is not rightly done. Wee reade in the Gospell, that Iesus would not suffer the diuels to confesse him. But every thing which in it self is true, is not rightly done. we read in the Gospel, that Iesus would not suffer the Devils to confess him. p-acp d n1 r-crq p-acp pn31 n1 vbz j, vbz xx av-jn vdn. pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, cst np1 vmd xx vvi dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 253
3050 And the diuell in the maide that vttered this saying touching Paul and his companions, These be the seruants of the most high God, which shewe vnto vs the way of saluation, displeased Paul. And the Devil in the maid that uttered this saying touching Paul and his Sodales, These be the Servants of the most high God, which show unto us the Way of salvation, displeased Paul. cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vvd d n-vvg vvg np1 cc po31 n2, d vbb dt n2 pp-f dt av-ds j np1, r-crq vvb p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f n1, vvn np1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 253
3051 Act. 16. So no doubt the praising or blessing of God with a wicked tongue, is not acceptable vnto him. Act. 16. So no doubt the praising or blessing of God with a wicked tongue, is not acceptable unto him. n1 crd av dx n1 dt vvg cc vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1, vbz xx j p-acp pno31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 253
3052 Marke then briefly how Saint Iames hath reasoned to proue that God is not blessed nor honored by a tongue which curseth men. Mark then briefly how Saint James hath reasoned to prove that God is not blessed nor honoured by a tongue which Curseth men. n1 av av-j c-crq n1 np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi cst np1 vbz xx vvn ccx vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 253
3053 First if they did sincerely and from the heart blesse God in deede, how could they curse the image of God in men? Secondly, it is vnpossible in the course of nature, that sweete water and bitter should come out of one fountaine, First if they did sincerely and from the heart bless God in deed, how could they curse the image of God in men? Secondly, it is unpossible in the course of nature, that sweet water and bitter should come out of one fountain, ord cs pns32 vdd av-j cc p-acp dt n1 vvb np1 p-acp n1, q-crq vmd pns32 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2? ord, pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst j n1 cc j vmd vvi av pp-f crd n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 253
3054 and so is it, that the true praising or blessing of God, and the cursing of men, should come out of the same mouth. and so is it, that the true praising or blessing of God, and the cursing of men, should come out of the same Mouth. cc av vbz pn31, cst dt j n-vvg cc vvg pp-f np1, cc dt vvg pp-f n2, vmd vvi av pp-f dt d n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 253
3055 Let all then consider well, how they honour and worshippe GOD. Let all then Consider well, how they honour and worship GOD. vvb d av vvb av, c-crq pns32 vvb cc n1 np1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 253
3056 For this is it wherewith men doe beare themselues in hand that they bee religious, that they call vpon God, For this is it wherewith men do bear themselves in hand that they be religious, that they call upon God, p-acp d vbz pn31 c-crq n2 vdb vvi px32 p-acp n1 cst pns32 vbb j, cst pns32 vvb p-acp np1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 253
3057 and that they ascribe glorie and praise vnto him. They neuer consider with what manner of tongue they doe it. and that they ascribe glory and praise unto him. They never Consider with what manner of tongue they do it. cc cst pns32 vvb n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31. pns32 av-x vvb p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vdb pn31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 254
3058 They curse and banne, they rayle, reuile and reproach. They sweare borriblie, they lie, they do slaunder and diffame. They curse and ban, they rail, revile and reproach. They swear borriblie, they lie, they do slander and diffame. pns32 vvb cc vvi, pns32 vvb, vvi cc n1. pns32 vvb av-j, pns32 vvb, pns32 vdb vvi cc vvi. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 254
3059 They flatter, they boaste, they scoffe, they iest, they power forth words of all vanitie. They flatter, they boast, they scoff, they jest, they power forth words of all vanity. pns32 vvb, pns32 n1, pns32 n1, pns32 vvb, pns32 n1 av n2 pp-f d n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 254
3060 They speake all manner of vncleane words, and out at their mouth commeth forth as it were the stinking mind of a most filthie puddle, or of a rotten dunghill: They speak all manner of unclean words, and out At their Mouth comes forth as it were the stinking mind of a most filthy puddle, or of a rotten dunghill: pns32 vvb d n1 pp-f j n2, cc av p-acp po32 n1 vvz av c-acp pn31 vbdr dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt av-ds j n1, cc pp-f dt j-vvn n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 254
3061 And then with the same tongue so polluted, and in that vncleane vessell of their mouth, they will bring and offer vp those sweete odors of the praise of God. And then with the same tongue so polluted, and in that unclean vessel of their Mouth, they will bring and offer up those sweet odours of the praise of God. cc av p-acp dt d n1 av vvn, cc p-acp d j n1 pp-f po32 n1, pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi a-acp d j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 254
3062 Here is a great instruction ministred vnto vs, which we ought carefullie to hearken vnto, and to print it in our minde. Here is a great instruction ministered unto us, which we ought carefully to harken unto, and to print it in our mind. av vbz dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno12, r-crq pns12 vmd av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po12 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 254
3063 If euer we haue to doe with any man or woman, which is poore and base for outward respects, If ever we have to do with any man or woman, which is poor and base for outward respects, cs av pns12 vhb pc-acp vdi p-acp d n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz j cc j p-acp j n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 254
3064 and take it that they offer vs wrong, so that our wrath begin to bee kindled, let vs take heed that neither our heart so farre despise them, and take it that they offer us wrong, so that our wrath begin to be kindled, let us take heed that neither our heart so Far despise them, cc vvb pn31 cst pns32 vvb pno12 vvi, av cst po12 n1 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn, vvb pno12 vvi n1 cst d po12 n1 av av-j vvi pno32, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 254
3065 nor our tongue vtter such contemptuous speeches vnto them, such words of disdaine and ignorminie, such base and vile tearmes, nor our tongue utter such contemptuous Speeches unto them, such words of disdain and ignorminie, such base and vile terms, ccx po12 n1 vvi d j n2 p-acp pno32, d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, d j cc j n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 254
3066 as that we forget the image of God in them. as that we forget the image of God in them. c-acp cst pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 254
3067 O beloued shall not this a little bridle vs, shall we giue such tearmes to the image of God, O Beloved shall not this a little bridle us, shall we give such terms to the image of God, sy vvn vmb xx d dt j n1 pno12, vmb pns12 vvi d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 254
3068 as we would scarce giue to a dog? If any shall obiect and say, some are so wicked and abominable, that no speech can be too base for them. as we would scarce give to a dog? If any shall Object and say, Some Are so wicked and abominable, that no speech can be too base for them. c-acp pns12 vmd av-j vvi p-acp dt n1? cs d vmb vvi cc vvi, d vbr av j cc j, cst dx n1 vmb vbi av j c-acp pno32. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 254
3069 I answer, according to the doctrine of the holy Apostle here, that howsoeuer wee are to loath and to abhor their wickednes, I answer, according to the Doctrine of the holy Apostle Here, that howsoever we Are to loath and to abhor their wickedness, pns11 vvb, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 av, cst c-acp pns12 vbr p-acp j cc pc-acp vvi po32 n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 255
3070 yea to giue them such phrases of speech as may expresse their bad estate (as wee shall finde the holy Scripture doth) yet spare the image of God in them, yea to give them such phrases of speech as may express their bad estate (as we shall find the holy Scripture does) yet spare the image of God in them, uh p-acp vvi pno32 d n2 pp-f n1 c-acp vmb vvi po32 j n1 (c-acp pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 vdz) av vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 255
3071 euen so farre as it remaineth: even so Far as it remains: av av av-j c-acp pn31 vvz: (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 255
3072 giue them not such speeches, that be so vile, as I am loath to name any of them, which ye shall vsually heare proceeding out of mens mouthes, give them not such Speeches, that be so vile, as I am loath to name any of them, which you shall usually hear proceeding out of men's mouths, vvb pno32 xx d n2, cst vbb av j, c-acp pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi d pp-f pno32, r-crq pn22 vmb av-j vvi vvg av pp-f ng2 n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 255
3073 when they doe fall out, least therein you curse, reuile, and vtterlie despise the image of God. when they do fallen out, lest therein you curse, revile, and utterly despise the image of God. c-crq pns32 vdb vvi av, cs av pn22 vvb, vvb, cc av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 255
3074 To conclude, let the feare of God bridle our tongues, that this deadly and diuelish poyson may bee taken out of them, To conclude, let the Fear of God bridle our tongues, that this deadly and devilish poison may be taken out of them, p-acp vvi, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb po12 n2, cst d j cc j n1 vmb vbi vvn av pp-f pno32, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 255
3075 and that with them wee maye magnifie and praise the Lord God, so that our praise may be acceptable vnto him, and that with them we may magnify and praise the Lord God, so that our praise may be acceptable unto him, cc cst p-acp pno32 pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi dt n1 np1, av cst po12 n1 vmb vbi j p-acp pno31, (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 255
3076 and that our speeches may be such as tend vnto edification, and that minister grace to the hearers. Amen. FINIS. and that our Speeches may be such as tend unto edification, and that minister grace to the hearers. Amen. FINIS. cc d po12 n2 vmb vbi d c-acp vvb p-acp n1, cc d n1 n1 p-acp dt n2. uh-n. fw-la. (14) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 255
3077 A Sermon preached at Pauls Crosse the thirtie day of March. 1591. PSALME. 133. Behold how good and how, &c. THe holie Prophet, King Dauid was the composer and writer of this Psalme, as the title thereof doth expresly mention. A Sermon preached At Paul's Cross the thirtie day of March. 1591. PSALM. 133. Behold how good and how, etc. THe holy Prophet, King David was the composer and writer of this Psalm, as the title thereof does expressly mention. dt n1 vvd p-acp npg1 p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f vvb. crd n1. crd vvb c-crq j cc c-crq, av dt j n1, n1 np1 vbds dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, c-acp dt n1 av vdz av-j vvi. (15) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 256
3078 It is called a song of degrees, as there be 14. other besides this, here set together of the same title, but in what sence: It is called a song of Degrees, as there be 14. other beside this, Here Set together of the same title, but in what sense: pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n2, c-acp pc-acp vbi crd j-jn p-acp d, av vvn av pp-f dt d n1, cc-acp p-acp q-crq n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 256
3079 the learned interpreters are of diuers iudgements. I will follow that which is most probable by the holie Scriptures. the learned Interpreters Are of diverse Judgments. I will follow that which is most probable by the holy Scriptures. dt j n2 vbr pp-f j n2. pns11 vmb vvi d r-crq vbz av-ds j p-acp dt j n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 256
3080 The word Magnaloth, which the Prophet here vseth, doth properlie signifie steps or staires, by which we ascend into higher places. The word Magnaloth, which the Prophet Here uses, does properly signify steps or stairs, by which we ascend into higher places. dt n1 n1, r-crq dt n1 av vvz, vdz av-j vvi n2 cc n2, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp jc n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 256
3081 But by a Metaphor (as I take it to be here vsed) it signifieth high estate, high degree, excellencie, or dignitie. But by a Metaphor (as I take it to be Here used) it signifies high estate, high degree, excellency, or dignity. p-acp p-acp dt n1 (c-acp pns11 vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi av vvn) pn31 vvz j n1, j n1, n1, cc n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 256
3082 For proofe hereof wee reade, 1. Chro. 17. vers. 17. where Dauid speaking vnto God, saith, thou hast regarded me according to the estate of a man of high degree, vsing the same word that is here. For proof hereof we read, 1. Chro 17. vers. 17. where David speaking unto God, Says, thou hast regarded me according to the estate of a man of high degree, using the same word that is Here. p-acp n1 av pns12 vvb, crd np1 crd fw-la. crd c-crq np1 vvg p-acp np1, vvz, pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n1, vvg dt d n1 cst vbz av. (15) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 256
3083 So then, if wee consider the phrase of the Hebrew tongue, which to expresie the superlatiue degree, vseth the plurall number, a song of degrees, that is, a song of excellencies, So then, if we Consider the phrase of the Hebrew tongue, which to expresie the superlative degree, uses the plural number, a song of Degrees, that is, a song of excellencies, av av, cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1, r-crq p-acp n1 dt j n1, vvz dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f n2, cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 257
3084 or a song of dignities, is as much as to say, a most excellent, or a most worthy song. or a song of dignities, is as much as to say, a most excellent, or a most worthy song. cc dt n1 pp-f n2, vbz p-acp d c-acp pc-acp vvi, dt av-ds j, cc dt av-ds j n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 257
3085 The holy ghost in giuing this title, doth, as it were, set a marke in the forehead of the Psalme, to giue notice vnto vs, that there is a treasure of most excellent doctrine, The holy ghost in giving this title, does, as it were, Set a mark in the forehead of the Psalm, to give notice unto us, that there is a treasure of most excellent Doctrine, dt j n1 p-acp vvg d n1, vdz, c-acp pn31 vbdr, vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno12, cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f ds j n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 257
3086 and most fit for our instruction contained in it, that wee may with the greater diligence and attention giue eare vnto it. and most fit for our instruction contained in it, that we may with the greater diligence and attention give ear unto it. cc av-ds j p-acp po12 n1 vvn p-acp pn31, cst pns12 vmb p-acp dt jc n1 cc n1 vvb n1 p-acp pn31. (15) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 257
3087 The Argument or the matter here handled, is all but one. The Argument or the matter Here handled, is all but one. dt n1 cc dt n1 av vvn, vbz d p-acp crd. (15) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 257
3088 For the holy ghost with a very high and singular praise, through the whole Psalme doth set forth and commend the vnitie and concord of brethren. For the holy ghost with a very high and singular praise, through the Whole Psalm does Set forth and commend the unity and concord of brothers. p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j j cc j n1, p-acp dt j-jn n1 vdz vvi av cc vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 257
3089 The brethren (which he speaketh of and which are to keepe this holy agreement) are all the faithfull children of the Church, fellow members of Christs mysticall body, The brothers (which he speaks of and which Are to keep this holy agreement) Are all the faithful children of the Church, fellow members of Christ mystical body, dt n2 (r-crq pns31 vvz a-acp cc r-crq vbr pc-acp vvi d j n1) vbr d dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, n1 n2 pp-f npg1 j n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 257
3090 and true worshippers of GOD, among whom is the spirituall brother-hoode. and true worshippers of GOD, among whom is the spiritual brotherhood. cc j n2 pp-f np1, p-acp ro-crq vbz dt j n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 257
3091 The vertue it selfe which is here commended, is that same which Saint Paul doth so earnestly exhort and perswade all Christian men vnto, to keepe the vnity of the spirite, in the bond of peace, Ephes. 4. vers. 3. The Primitiue Church is commended for the practise thereof, in which wee haue a liuely example set before vs: The virtue it self which is Here commended, is that same which Saint Paul does so earnestly exhort and persuade all Christian men unto, to keep the unity of the Spirit, in the bound of peace, Ephesians 4. vers. 3. The Primitive Church is commended for the practice thereof, in which we have a lively Exampl Set before us: dt n1 pn31 n1 q-crq vbz av vvn, vbz d d r-crq n1 np1 vdz av av-j vvi cc vvi d njp n2 p-acp, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd fw-la. crd dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 av, p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno12: (15) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 257
3092 for it is written, that the multitude of them that beleeued were of one heart, for it is written, that the multitude of them that believed were of one heart, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, cst dt n1 pp-f pno32 d vvn vbdr pp-f crd n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 257
3093 and of one soule, Act. 4. vers. 32. For as one body consisting of many members, hath but one heart and one soule, by which all the members are vnited, and of one soul, Act. 4. vers. 32. For as one body consisting of many members, hath but one heart and one soul, by which all the members Are united, cc pp-f crd n1, n1 crd zz. crd p-acp p-acp crd n1 vvg pp-f d n2, vhz p-acp crd n1 cc crd n1, p-acp r-crq d dt n2 vbr vvn, (15) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 258
3094 and loue each other, so the multitude were vnited in iudgement and affection, as if there were but one heart and one soule in them all. and love each other, so the multitude were united in judgement and affection, as if there were but one heart and one soul in them all. cc vvb d n-jn, av dt n1 vbdr vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr p-acp crd n1 cc crd n1 p-acp pno32 d. (15) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 258
3095 The commendation and praise by which the holie Ghost setteth foorth the excellent worthines of this vertue, is vnder two Epithites, which are these, good and comelie. The commendation and praise by which the holy Ghost sets forth the excellent worthiness of this virtue, is under two Epithets, which Are these, good and comely. dt n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq dt j n1 vvz av dt j n1 pp-f d n1, vbz p-acp crd n2, r-crq vbr d, j cc j. (15) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 258
3096 For hee saith, behold how good and how comely a thing it is, for brethren also to dwell in vnitie. For he Says, behold how good and how comely a thing it is, for brothers also to dwell in unity. p-acp pns31 vvz, vvb c-crq j cc c-crq j dt n1 pn31 vbz, c-acp n2 av pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 258
3097 These two Epithites hee afterward openeth and amplifieth by two similitudes: These two Epithets he afterwards Openeth and amplifieth by two Similitudes: np1 crd n2 pns31 av vvz cc vvz p-acp crd n2: (15) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 258
3098 the one is taken from the annoynting of Aaron with the precious oyntment, to declare chiefly the sweete and pleasant comelines of this vnitie: the one is taken from the anointing of Aaron with the precious ointment, to declare chiefly the sweet and pleasant comeliness of this unity: dt pi vbz vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi av-jn dt j cc j n1 pp-f d n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 258
3099 the other is taken from the dewe of Hermon, which commeth downe vpon the mountaines of Sion, to expresse the fruite and good that commeth thereof. the other is taken from the dew of Hermon, which comes down upon the Mountains of Sion, to express the fruit and good that comes thereof. dt n-jn vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc j cst vvz av. (15) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 258
3100 And finally, he concludeth from the highest cause, euen the Lord God, who hath commanded the blessing of life eternall to be vpon this vnitie. And finally, he Concludeth from the highest cause, even the Lord God, who hath commanded the blessing of life Eternal to be upon this unity. cc av-j, pns31 vvz p-acp dt js n1, av-j dt n1 np1, r-crq vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 j pc-acp vbi p-acp d n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 258
3101 This is briefly the summe of the Psalme, or of this praise which is giuen. Now come to the exposition. This is briefly the sum of the Psalm, or of this praise which is given. Now come to the exposition. d vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f d n1 r-crq vbz vvn. av vvb p-acp dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 258
3102 By the first word (behold) the Prophet doeth stirre vp the mindes of the Israelites, By the First word (behold) the Prophet doth stir up the minds of the Israelites, p-acp dt ord n1 (vvb) dt n1 vdz vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 258
3103 euen of al the Tribes, to take view how blessed a thing vnitie and concorde is, even of all the Tribes, to take view how blessed a thing unity and concord is, av pp-f d dt n2, pc-acp vvi n1 c-crq j-vvn dt n1 n1 cc n1 vbz, (15) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 258
3104 euen by their owne experience which they had, partly by the former times, and partly by the time then present. even by their own experience which they had, partly by the former times, and partly by the time then present. av p-acp po32 d n1 r-crq pns32 vhd, av p-acp dt j n2, cc av p-acp dt n1 av j. (15) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 258
3105 For in former daies they had felt with much sorrowe, the great calamities, harmes, and annoyances of discorde: For in former days they had felt with much sorrow, the great calamities, harms, and annoyances of discord: p-acp p-acp j n2 pns32 vhd vvn p-acp d n1, dt j n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 258
3106 and at this time now present when this Psalme was giuen, they sawe the blessings and benefits of vnitie and peace. and At this time now present when this Psalm was given, they saw the blessings and benefits of unity and peace. cc p-acp d n1 av j c-crq d n1 vbds vvn, pns32 vvd dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 259
3107 For their former experience in the daies of King Saul, when he persecuted Dauid which had done none euill, the worshippe of God was neglected, good men were oppressed, euill men flourished, with much griese of minde vnto many, For their former experience in the days of King Saul, when he persecuted David which had done none evil, the worship of God was neglected, good men were oppressed, evil men flourished, with much griese of mind unto many, p-acp po32 j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 np1, c-crq pns31 vvn np1 r-crq vhd vdn pix j-jn, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds vvn, j n2 vbdr vvn, j-jn n2 vvd, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d, (15) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 259
3108 then was there discord, so farre as men durst speake. then was there discord, so Far as men durst speak. av vbds a-acp n1, av av-j c-acp n2 vvd vvi. (15) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 259
3109 When Saul was taken away, and Dauid was annoynted King in Hebron, Abner the sonne of Ner Captaine of Sauls armie, tooke Ishbosheth Sauls sonne, When Saul was taken away, and David was anointed King in Hebron, Abner the son of Ner Captain of Saul's army, took Ishbosheth Saul's son, c-crq np1 vbds vvn av, cc np1 vbds vvn n1 p-acp np1, np1 dt n1 pp-f zz n1 pp-f np1 n1, vvd np1 np1 n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 259
3110 and set him vp for King, the discorde then grew much greater: and Set him up for King, the discord then grew much greater: cc vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp n1, dt n1 av vvd d jc: (15) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 259
3111 for then one part of the Tribes claue vnto Dauid, the other vnto the house of Saul. for then one part of the Tribes clave unto David, the other unto the house of Saul. c-acp cs crd n1 pp-f dt n2 vvd p-acp np1, dt j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 259
3112 They were indeede all the sonnes of Iaacob and professed the God of Abraham, whom they should with one mouth haue worshipped and glorified, They were indeed all the Sons of Jacob and professed the God of Abraham, whom they should with one Mouth have worshipped and glorified, pns32 vbdr av d dt n2 pp-f np1 cc vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, ro-crq pns32 vmd p-acp crd n1 vhb vvn cc vvn, (15) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 259
3113 as Saint Paul saith, Rom. 15. vers. 6. but they were diuided and rent asunder, as Saint Paul Says, Rom. 15. vers. 6. but they were divided and rend asunder, c-acp n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd fw-la. crd cc-acp pns32 vbdr vvn cc vvn av, (15) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 259
3114 for there was bloudie warre and long time continued among the Tribes: 2. Sam. 2. and 3 Brethren with deadly hatred and enmitie pursuing their brethren, seeking the bloud each of other. for there was bloody war and long time continued among the Tribes: 2. Sam. 2. and 3 Brothers with deadly hatred and enmity pursuing their brothers, seeking the blood each of other. c-acp pc-acp vbds j n1 cc j n1 vvd p-acp dt n2: crd np1 crd cc crd n2 p-acp j n1 cc n1 vvg po32 n2, vvg dt n1 d pp-f n-jn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 259
3115 It could not bee but that great calamities in this time of discorde did ouerspread the whole land: It could not be but that great calamities in this time of discord did overspread the Whole land: pn31 vmd xx vbi p-acp d j n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 vdd vvi dt j-jn n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 259
3116 they might by experience then, and did behold how euill and how mischieuous a thing it is, they might by experience then, and did behold how evil and how mischievous a thing it is, pns32 vmd p-acp n1 av, cc vdd vvi c-crq j-jn cc c-crq j dt n1 pn31 vbz, (15) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 259
3117 for brethren to be at variance. for brothers to be At variance. c-acp n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 259
3118 The cutting down of so great an euill, & taking away all occasion is a very great good. The cutting down of so great an evil, & taking away all occasion is a very great good. dt n-vvg a-acp pp-f av j dt n-jn, cc vvg av d n1 vbz dt av j j. (15) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 260
3119 Therefore when Abner and Ishebosheth were slaine, all Israell came together and set vp Dauid. Therefore when Abner and Ishbosheth were slain, all Israel Come together and Set up David. av c-crq np1 cc np1 vbdr vvn, d np1 vvd av cc vvn a-acp np1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 260
3120 Then there grew a reconciliation of Tribe vnto Tribe, and they which were before rent asunder, became againe one body, brethren imbraced each other with loue, the bitter hatred before among them was cut downe and extinguished. Then there grew a reconciliation of Tribe unto Tribe, and they which were before rend asunder, became again one body, brothers embraced each other with love, the bitter hatred before among them was Cut down and extinguished. av a-acp vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cc pns32 r-crq vbdr a-acp vvn av, vvd av crd n1, n2 vvd d n-jn p-acp n1, dt j n1 a-acp p-acp pno32 vbds vvn a-acp cc vvn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 260
3121 The worship of God was now set vp, the blessings of GOD were powred downe from heauen vpon them in great plentie, the whole land did reioyce with ioy and gladnes: The worship of God was now Set up, the blessings of GOD were poured down from heaven upon them in great plenty, the Whole land did rejoice with joy and gladness: dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds av vvn a-acp, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp j n1, dt j-jn n1 vdd vvi p-acp n1 cc n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 260
3122 Therefore hee willeth them now to beholde how good and how comely a thing it is, Therefore he wills them now to behold how good and how comely a thing it is, av pns31 vvz pno32 av pc-acp vvi c-crq j cc c-crq j dt n1 pn31 vbz, (15) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 260
3123 for brethren to dwell also at vnitie. Thus were they taught by their owne experience on both sides: for brothers to dwell also At unity. Thus were they taught by their own experience on both sides: c-acp n2 pc-acp vvi av p-acp n1. av vbdr pns32 vvn p-acp po32 d n1 p-acp d n2: (15) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 260
3124 For they had found the greeuous annoyances of discorde, and enmitie on the one part, For they had found the grievous annoyances of discord, and enmity on the one part, c-acp pns32 vhd vvn dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp dt crd n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 260
3125 and the benefite of peace on the other, and this is it hee willeth them to beholde. and the benefit of peace on the other, and this is it he wills them to behold. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n-jn, cc d vbz pn31 pns31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi. (15) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 260
3126 Beholde how good and how comelie a thing it is, which doth cutte downe so great euill, Behold how good and how comely a thing it is, which does Cut down so great evil, vvb c-crq j cc c-crq j dt n1 pn31 vbz, r-crq vdz vvi a-acp av j n-jn, (15) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 260
3127 and beholde how good and how comelie a thing it is, which bringeth with it such great blessings of GOD: and behold how good and how comely a thing it is, which brings with it such great blessings of GOD: cc vvb c-crq j cc c-crq j dt n1 pn31 vbz, r-crq vvz p-acp pn31 d j n2 pp-f np1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 260
3128 thus much for the first worde. Then to the praise it selfe: thus much for the First word. Then to the praise it self: av av-d c-acp dt ord n1. av p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 260
3129 the first Epithite is (how good) which containeth the great fruite that ariseth thereof, the First Epithet is (how good) which Containeth the great fruit that arises thereof, dt ord n1 vbz (c-crq j) r-crq vvz dt j n1 cst vvz av, (15) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 260
3130 and is afterward set forth by the second comparison, that is, of the dewe of Hermon: and is afterwards Set forth by the second comparison, that is, of the dew of Hermon: cc vbz av vvn av p-acp dt ord n1, cst vbz, pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 260
3131 for that is a thing fruitefull and good. for that is a thing fruitful and good. p-acp d vbz dt n1 j cc j. (15) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 260
3132 The other is (how comelie) the worde is Magnim, which signifieth beautifull, sweete, comelie, or pleasant: The other is (how comely) the word is Magnim, which signifies beautiful, sweet, comely, or pleasant: dt n-jn vbz (c-crq j) dt n1 vbz j-jn, r-crq vvz j, j, j, cc j: (15) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 261
3133 as in Psalme 16. where hee speaketh of the resurrection and exaltation of our Sauiour Christ, saying: as in Psalm 16. where he speaks of the resurrection and exaltation of our Saviour christ, saying: c-acp p-acp n1 crd n1 pns31 vvz pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1, vvg: (15) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 261
3134 Thou wilt shewe me the path of life, the fulnes of ioye is in thy presence, at thy right hande comely pleasures for euermore. Thou wilt show me the path of life, the fullness of joy is in thy presence, At thy right hand comely pleasures for evermore. pns21 vm2 vvi pno11 dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp po21 n1, p-acp po21 j-jn n1 j n2 p-acp av. (15) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 261
3135 This comely pleasant sweetnes of concorde, is resembled and shadowed foorth by the former similitude, that is, of Aarons annointing: This comely pleasant sweetness of concord, is resembled and shadowed forth by the former similitude, that is, of Aaron's anointing: d j j n1 pp-f n1, vbz vvn cc vvn av p-acp dt j n1, cst vbz, pp-f npg1 vvg: (15) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 261
3136 for that was a very comelie and a sweete thing, and had a mysticall signification. for that was a very comely and a sweet thing, and had a mystical signification. c-acp cst vbds dt j j cc dt j n1, cc vhd dt j n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 261
3137 To vnderstand the better what is here meant, first ye may reade of this pretious oyntment, both wherof the Lord commanded it should be made, To understand the better what is Here meant, First you may read of this precious ointment, both whereof the Lord commanded it should be made, pc-acp vvi dt jc r-crq vbz av vvn, ord pn22 vmb vvi pp-f d j n1, av-d c-crq dt n1 vvd pn31 vmd vbi vvn, (15) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 261
3138 and how Aaron & his sons should bee annointed therewith vnto the Priests office, in Exod. 30. Then further we are taught in the Scriptures, that Aaron was a figure of Christ, and how Aaron & his Sons should be anointed therewith unto the Priests office, in Exod 30. Then further we Are taught in the Scriptures, that Aaron was a figure of christ, cc c-crq np1 cc po31 n2 vmd vbi vvn av p-acp dt ng1 n1, p-acp np1 crd av av-j pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2, cst np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 261
3139 and that this annointing of his with that precious sweete oyntment, did represent the spirituall and heauenly annoynting of Christ Iesus with the holie Ghost, whose graces distill from him the head, vpon euery part of his mysticall bodie, which is the Church. and that this anointing of his with that precious sweet ointment, did represent the spiritual and heavenly anointing of christ Iesus with the holy Ghost, whose graces distil from him the head, upon every part of his mystical body, which is the Church. cc cst d vvg pp-f png31 p-acp d j j n1, vdd vvi dt j cc j vvg pp-f np1 np1 p-acp dt j n1, rg-crq n2 vvb p-acp pno31 dt n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 j n1, r-crq vbz dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 261
3140 Of him it is sayd, The spirit of the Lord is vpon me, because he hath annoynted me, &c. Luke 4. vers. 18. Marke further then wherein the comparison holdeth. Of him it is said, The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, Because he hath anointed me, etc. Lycia 4. vers. 18. Mark further then wherein the comparison holds. pp-f pno31 pn31 vbz vvn, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp pno11, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno11, av av crd zz. crd n1 av-jc cs c-crq dt n1 vvz. (15) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 261
3141 Thus powring the precious oyntment vpon Aarons head, running downe vpon his beard, and to the skirts of his clothing, was pleasant to behold, Thus Pouring the precious ointment upon Aaron's head, running down upon his beard, and to the skirts of his clothing, was pleasant to behold, av vvg dt j n1 p-acp npg1 n1, vvg a-acp p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vbds j pc-acp vvi, (15) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 261
3142 and cast foorth a sweete sauour vnto all that stood round about. and cast forth a sweet savour unto all that stood round about. cc vvd av dt j n1 p-acp d cst vvd av-j p-acp. (15) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 262
3143 Also in that it descendeth vpon his beard, and so downeward vpon all parts euen to the skirts of his clothing, it resembleth the graces of the holie Ghost flowing downe from the Lord Iesus Christ, vpon all the members of his bodie knit together in an holie vnitie. Also in that it Descendeth upon his beard, and so downward upon all parts even to the skirts of his clothing, it resembles the graces of the holy Ghost flowing down from the Lord Iesus christ, upon all the members of his body knit together in an holy unity. av p-acp cst pn31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, cc av av-j p-acp d n2 av p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, pn31 vvz dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vvn av p-acp dt j n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 262
3144 When it went downe from Aarons head vpon his bodie vnited to the same, it descendeth euen to the lowest part of his garment, When it went down from Aaron's head upon his body united to the same, it Descendeth even to the lowest part of his garment, c-crq pn31 vvd a-acp p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp po31 n1 vvn p-acp dt d, pn31 vvz av p-acp dt js n1 pp-f po31 n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 262
3145 because there is no rent nor separation: Because there is no rend nor separation: c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 ccx n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 262
3146 Euen so the Church vnited vnto Christ her head, and euery member of the same vnited vnto the rest in an holie vnion, Even so the Church united unto christ her head, and every member of the same united unto the rest in an holy Union, av av dt n1 vvn p-acp np1 po31 n1, cc d n1 pp-f dt d vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 262
3147 and making one bodie, the heauenly graces of the holie Ghost, farre sweeter then that precious oyntment, flow from him vpon them, and making one body, the heavenly graces of the holy Ghost, Far Sweeten then that precious ointment, flow from him upon them, cc vvg crd n1, dt j n2 pp-f dt j n1, av-j jc cs d j n1, vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp pno32, (15) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 262
3148 and all are partakers thereof, euen the lowest and meanest member, euen to the skirts. and all Are partakers thereof, even the lowest and Meanest member, even to the skirts. cc d vbr n2 av, av-j dt js cc js n1, av p-acp dt n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 262
3149 For where they are ioyned in this spirituall vnitie, looke what graces soeuer God from his sonne Christ doth powre vpon the highest members, (that is, vpon Princes and Pastors) they distill also vpon the other parts and members, For where they Are joined in this spiritual unity, look what graces soever God from his son christ does pour upon the highest members, (that is, upon Princes and Pastors) they distil also upon the other parts and members, p-acp c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d j n1, vvb r-crq n2 av np1 p-acp po31 n1 np1 vdz vvi p-acp dt js n2, (cst vbz, p-acp n2 cc ng1) pns32 vvb av p-acp dt j-jn n2 cc n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 262
3150 and so from each to other. and so from each to other. cc av p-acp d p-acp n-jn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 262
3151 That which was separate from the head, from the bodie, and from the garments of Aaron, receiued no drop of that precious oyntment, which descended from the head to a bodie vnited, That which was separate from the head, from the body, and from the garments of Aaron, received no drop of that precious ointment, which descended from the head to a body united, cst r-crq vbds j p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, vvd dx n1 pp-f cst j n1, r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn, (15) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 262
3152 and to all parts of the garments wrought together. and to all parts of the garments wrought together. cc p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n2 vvd av. (15) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 262
3153 In like manner the graces of the holy Ghost descend from Christ the head, vpon nothing that is separate and deuided and rent from him, In like manner the graces of the holy Ghost descend from christ the head, upon nothing that is separate and divided and rend from him, p-acp j n1 dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 vvi p-acp np1 dt n1, p-acp pix cst vbz j cc vvn cc vvn p-acp pno31, (15) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 262
3154 but vpon all the members vnited in one bodie. Wee may then briefly set foorth what this similitude declareth, in this wise. but upon all the members united in one body. we may then briefly Set forth what this similitude Declareth, in this wise. cc-acp p-acp d dt n2 vvn p-acp crd n1. pns12 vmb av av-j vvn av q-crq d n1 vvz, p-acp d n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 263
3155 The sweete oyntment is powred vpon the head of Aaron, it goeth down vpon his beard, The sweet ointment is poured upon the head of Aaron, it Goes down upon his beard, dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vvz a-acp p-acp po31 n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 263
3156 then vpon his shoulders, and all parts of his bodie euen to the lowest border of his garments. then upon his shoulders, and all parts of his body even to the lowest border of his garments. av p-acp po31 n2, cc d n2 pp-f po31 n1 av-j p-acp dt js n1 pp-f po31 n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 263
3157 Iesus Christ the head of the Church is annoynted with the holie Ghost, and from him the sweete graces descend, Iesus christ the head of the Church is anointed with the holy Ghost, and from him the sweet graces descend, np1 np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp pno31 dt j n2 vvi, (15) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 263
3158 and come vpon al the bodie, and vpon euery member of the bodie euen to the meanest: and come upon all the body, and upon every member of the body even to the Meanest: cc vvb p-acp d dt n1, cc p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 av p-acp dt js: (15) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 263
3159 this it is to bee vnited to him, and to his Church: this is a thing most sweet and most comfortable. this it is to be united to him, and to his Church: this is a thing most sweet and most comfortable. d pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, cc p-acp po31 n1: d vbz dt n1 av-ds j cc av-ds j. (15) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 263
3160 In the other similitude he resembleth this vnitie vnto the dew of Hermon, which commeth downe vpon the mountaines of Sion: In the other similitude he resembles this unity unto the due of Hermon, which comes down upon the Mountains of Sion: p-acp dt j-jn n1 pns31 vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 263
3161 the waters which fall vpon the high mountaine distill into the valleies, but into those valleies which are ioyned thereunto at the foote thereof, and make them plentiously fruitfull: the waters which fallen upon the high mountain distil into the valleys, but into those valleys which Are joined thereunto At the foot thereof, and make them plenteously fruitful: dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp dt j n1 vvb p-acp dt n2, cc-acp p-acp d n2 r-crq vbr vvn av p-acp dt n1 av, cc vvi pno32 av-j j: (15) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 263
3162 euen so the heauenly spirituall dewes that come downe from aboue vpon the mountaines, flow vpon the valleies which are vnited thereunto, even so the heavenly spiritual dews that come down from above upon the Mountains, flow upon the valleys which Are united thereunto, av av dt j j n2 cst vvb a-acp p-acp a-acp p-acp dt n2, vvb p-acp dt n2 r-crq vbr vvn av, (15) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 263
3163 and there is great fruit, and all good things springing from thence. and there is great fruit, and all good things springing from thence. cc pc-acp vbz j n1, cc d j n2 vvg p-acp av. (15) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 263
3164 Thus much wee may consider in these similitudes, which expresse how good and how comely a thing it is for brethren also to dwell at vnitie. Thus much we may Consider in these Similitudes, which express how good and how comely a thing it is for brothers also to dwell At unity. av av-d pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n2, r-crq vvb c-crq j cc c-crq j dt n1 pn31 vbz p-acp n2 av pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 263
3165 Now all this is from the most high God: Now all this is from the most high God: av d d vbz p-acp dt av-ds j np1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 263
3166 for he saith (there) that is to say, vpon those which dwell together in this holy vnitie, the Lord hath commaunded the blessing, and life for euermore. for he Says (there) that is to say, upon those which dwell together in this holy unity, the Lord hath commanded the blessing, and life for evermore. c-acp pns31 vvz (a-acp) d vbz pc-acp vvi, p-acp d r-crq vvb av p-acp d j n1, dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1, cc n1 c-acp av. (15) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 263
3167 It is Gods vnchangeable decree that they shall haue the blessing, that is, the great great high blessing, It is God's unchangeable Decree that they shall have the blessing, that is, the great great high blessing, pn31 vbz n2 j-u n1 cst pns32 vmb vhi dt n1, cst vbz, dt j j j n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 264
3168 euen the blessing of all blessings in euerlasting continuance. even the blessing of all blessings in everlasting Continuance. av-j dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp j n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 264
3169 This can neuer faile, for God almightie is vnchaungeable, and what he hath decreed and commaunded, shall stande for euer. This can never fail, for God almighty is unchangeable, and what he hath decreed and commanded, shall stand for ever. d vmb av-x vvi, c-acp np1 j-jn vbz j-u, cc r-crq pns31 vhz vvn cc vvd, vmb vvi p-acp av. (15) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 264
3170 This may perswade much to dwell in vnitie: for it is a goodly matter to bee vnder the blessing of almightie God: This may persuade much to dwell in unity: for it is a goodly matter to be under the blessing of almighty God: d vmb vvi av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp n1: c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn np1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 264
3171 and there, that is, vpon the vnitie of brethren, he hath commended his blessing, and no where els: and there, that is, upon the unity of brothers, he hath commended his blessing, and no where Else: cc a-acp, cst vbz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1, cc dx c-crq av: (15) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 264
3172 for this, there, is as much as to say, there onely. for this, there, is as much as to say, there only. c-acp d, a-acp, vbz p-acp d c-acp pc-acp vvi, a-acp av-j. (15) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 264
3173 Now wee see the praise it selfe of vnitie and concorde heere set foorth vnto vs, it remaineth, that wee consider to what ende and purpose the holie Ghost giueth this great commendation. Now we see the praise it self of unity and concord Here Set forth unto us, it remains, that we Consider to what end and purpose the holy Ghost gives this great commendation. av pns12 vvb dt n1 pn31 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 av vvn av p-acp pno12, pn31 vvz, cst pns12 vvb p-acp r-crq n1 cc vvi dt j n1 vvz d j n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 264
3174 This wee all knowe, that when a thing is dispraised, it is to bring vs into a misliking and shunning of the same, This we all know, that when a thing is dispraised, it is to bring us into a misliking and shunning of the same, np1 pns12 d vvb, cst c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f dt d, (15) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 264
3175 as a thing either vnpleasant or hurtfull. as a thing either unpleasant or hurtful. c-acp dt n1 av-d j cc j. (15) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 264
3176 And contrariwise, praise, especially where it is giuen by God, who knoweth the worthines of euene thing, is to drawe our liking, And contrariwise, praise, especially where it is given by God, who Knoweth the worthiness of euene thing, is to draw our liking, cc av, n1, av-j c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp np1, r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 n1, vbz pc-acp vvi po12 n-vvg, (15) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 264
3177 and to make vs in loue with that which is praised. and to make us in love with that which is praised. cc pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz vvn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 264
3178 This is then done heere, that wee may haue our hearts inflamed, and that wee may bee in loue with vnitie and concorde: This is then done Here, that we may have our hearts inflamed, and that we may be in love with unity and concord: d vbz av vdn av, cst pns12 vmb vhi po12 n2 vvn, cc cst pns12 vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp n1 cc n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 264
3179 and that wee maye studiouslie seeke after it, and imbrace it, as a most precious iewell: and that we may studiously seek After it, and embrace it, as a most precious jewel: cc cst pns12 vmb av-j vvi p-acp pn31, cc vvi pn31, c-acp dt av-ds j n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 264
3180 and finallie by all meanes take heede, that wee doe not any thing which may hinder and disturbe the same. and finally by all means take heed, that we do not any thing which may hinder and disturb the same. cc av-j p-acp d n2 vvb n1, cst pns12 vdb xx d n1 r-crq vmb vvi cc vvi dt d. (15) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 264
3181 And doubtlesse if this can not mooue vs, and kindle an earnest loue and zeale to be studious of godly peace, that it is so good, And doubtless if this can not move us, and kindle an earnest love and zeal to be studious of godly peace, that it is so good, cc av-j cs d vmb xx vvi pno12, cc vvi dt j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi j pp-f j n1, cst pn31 vbz av j, (15) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 265
3182 so sweet, and pleasant, and that Gods blessing is vpon it vnto eternall life, how dull are we vnto spirituall and heauenly things, so sweet, and pleasant, and that God's blessing is upon it unto Eternal life, how dull Are we unto spiritual and heavenly things, av j, cc j, cc cst ng1 n1 vbz p-acp pn31 p-acp j n1, c-crq j vbr pns12 p-acp j cc j n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 265
3183 or what can mooue vs? Shall we not care to haue that cut down which bringeth mischiefe and destruction, or what can move us? Shall we not care to have that Cut down which brings mischief and destruction, cc q-crq vmb vvi pno12? vmb pns12 xx vvi pc-acp vhi d vvn a-acp r-crq vvz n1 cc n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 265
3184 and to set vp that which carrieth all blessednes with it? Shall wee neither care to auoid the curse of God, plagues and punishments on the one side: and to Set up that which Carrieth all blessedness with it? Shall we neither care to avoid the curse of God, plagues and punishments on the one side: cc pc-acp vvi a-acp d r-crq vvz d n1 p-acp pn31? vmb pns12 d vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, n2 cc n2 p-acp dt crd n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 265
3185 nor yet couet to haue his blessing? that it may mooue vs the rather, I will come now to the application of this Psalme to our estate. nor yet covet to have his blessing? that it may move us the rather, I will come now to the application of this Psalm to our estate. ccx av vvi pc-acp vhi po31 n1? cst pn31 vmb vvi pno12 dt av-c, pns11 vmb vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp po12 n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 265
3186 Wee haue (as yee all knowe) receiued great blessings from the Lord our God, by the meanes of our gracious Queene. we have (as ye all know) received great blessings from the Lord our God, by the means of our gracious Queen. pns12 vhb (c-acp pn22 d vvb) vvd j n2 p-acp dt n1 po12 n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 j n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 265
3187 For by her happy raigne, we haue enioyed long peace, euen such as the like hath not almost beene seene or heard of in this land. For by her happy Reign, we have enjoyed long peace, even such as the like hath not almost been seen or herd of in this land. p-acp p-acp po31 j n1, pns12 vhb vvn j n1, av d c-acp dt av-j vhz xx av vbn vvn cc vvn pp-f p-acp d n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 265
3188 Wee haue also great plentie of all things, our countrey ouerflowing with milke and hony: euery man fitting vnder his vine and vnder his figge tree. we have also great plenty of all things, our country overflowing with milk and honey: every man fitting under his vine and under his fig tree. pns12 vhb av j n1 pp-f d n2, po12 n1 j-vvg p-acp n1 cc n1: d n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1 cc p-acp po31 n1 n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 265
3189 And moreouer, the Lord hath protected vs by her Scepter and power, from the inuasion of forraine enemies, And moreover, the Lord hath protected us by her Sceptre and power, from the invasion of foreign enemies, cc av, dt n1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 265
3190 and from the wicked practises and treasons of domesticall aduersaries: these are great benefites receiued. and from the wicked practises and treasons of domestical Adversaries: these Are great benefits received. cc p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f j n2: d vbr j n2 vvn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 265
3191 But the greatest blessing of all is, that by her gouernment he hath deliuered vs from the bondage of Pharaoh, from the heauie yoke of Antichrist, out of Idolatrie and blindnes, But the greatest blessing of all is, that by her government he hath Delivered us from the bondage of Pharaoh, from the heavy yoke of Antichrist, out of Idolatry and blindness, p-acp dt js n1 pp-f d vbz, cst p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, av pp-f n1 cc n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 265
3192 and hath restored vnto vs his holy worde, and his true worship. and hath restored unto us his holy word, and his true worship. cc vhz vvn p-acp pno12 po31 j n1, cc po31 j n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 266
3193 Yet notwithstanding there hath beene among vs, many yeeres (as ye all know) great discorde and variance, Yet notwithstanding there hath been among us, many Years (as you all know) great discord and variance, av a-acp a-acp vhz vbn p-acp pno12, d n2 (c-acp pn22 d vvb) j n1 cc n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 266
3194 and that not onely against Papists and other enemies of the holy religion, but euen amongst brethren, which professe the same holy doctrine and faith of our Lord Iesus Christ. and that not only against Papists and other enemies of the holy Religion, but even among brothers, which profess the same holy Doctrine and faith of our Lord Iesus christ. cc cst xx av-j p-acp njp2 cc j-jn n2 pp-f dt j n1, cc-acp av-j p-acp n2, r-crq vvb dt d j n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 266
3195 In all this time we haue tasted the bitter fruits of enmitie and discord, wee haue felt and fustained the mischiefes, harmes, In all this time we have tasted the bitter fruits of enmity and discord, we have felt and fustained the mischiefs, harms, p-acp d d n1 pns12 vhb vvn dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, pns12 vhb vvn cc vvd dt n2, n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 266
3196 and dammages that growe from it, so that wee haue had experience with the Israelites in the worser part, and damages that grow from it, so that we have had experience with the Israelites in the Worse part, cc n2 cst vvb p-acp pn31, av cst pns12 vhb vhn n1 p-acp dt np2 p-acp dt jc n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 266
3197 and can say of our owne knowledge, behold how euill and how vncomely a thing it is for brethren to bee at variance. and can say of our own knowledge, behold how evil and how uncomely a thing it is for brothers to be At variance. cc vmb vvi pp-f po12 d n1, vvb c-crq j-jn cc c-crq av-j dt n1 pn31 vbz p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 266
3198 To make this more apparant, if I should stand to rippe vp, and to lay open all the euils which haue alreadie come vpon vs by the discord of brethren, it would be a long and tedious labour. To make this more apparent, if I should stand to rip up, and to lay open all the evils which have already come upon us by the discord of brothers, it would be a long and tedious labour. p-acp vvi d dc j, cs pns11 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc pc-acp vvi j d dt n2-jn r-crq vhb av vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pn31 vmd vbi dt j cc j n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 266
3199 I will therefore onely note some of the chiefe and most generall, that beholding as it were our most grieuous wounds, wee may seeke to haue them salued and cured if it may please God. I will Therefore only note Some of the chief and most general, that beholding as it were our most grievous wounds, we may seek to have them salved and cured if it may please God. pns11 vmb av av-j vvi d pp-f dt j-jn cc av-ds j, cst vvg c-acp pn31 vbdr po12 av-ds j n2, pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vhi pno32 vvn cc vvn cs pn31 vmb vvi np1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 266
3200 First therefore, I may note as a principall euill fruit of enmitie, that it is a ioy, First Therefore, I may note as a principal evil fruit of enmity, that it is a joy, ord av, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n-jn j-jn n1 pp-f n1, cst pn31 vbz dt n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 266
3201 and an encouragement vnto the enemies of the Gospell, the Papistes, for to see brethren set against brethren: and an encouragement unto the enemies of the Gospel, the Papists, for to see brothers Set against brothers: cc dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt njp2, c-acp pc-acp vvi n2 vvn p-acp n2: (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 266
3202 for as it is in an armie of men, if they be at deadly variance among themselues, Captaine against Captaine, band against band, pursuing each other: for as it is in an army of men, if they be At deadly variance among themselves, Captain against Captain, band against band, pursuing each other: c-acp c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cs pns32 vbb p-acp j n1 p-acp px32, n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, vvg d n-jn: (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 266
3203 that the aduerse part (against which they should wholly togither bend their forces) will say, wee shall not need to doe much, we shall easily preuaile, that the adverse part (against which they should wholly together bend their forces) will say, we shall not need to do much, we shall Easily prevail, cst dt j n1 (p-acp r-crq pns32 vmd av-jn av vvi po32 n2) vmb vvi, pns12 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vdi d, pns12 vmb av-j vvi, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 267
3204 for they will pull downe and destroy themselues with their owne handes, and hereof will much reioyce. for they will pull down and destroy themselves with their own hands, and hereof will much rejoice. c-acp pns32 vmb vvi a-acp cc vvi px32 p-acp po32 d n2, cc av vmb d vvi. (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 267
3205 So is it in Gods Church, Christes armie, which is set vpon by deadly enemies on euery side, So is it in God's Church, Christ's army, which is Set upon by deadly enemies on every side, np1 vbz pn31 p-acp npg1 n1, npg1 n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp p-acp j n2 p-acp d n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 267
3206 when there is discord growing vnto sharpe enmitie, and the leaders themselues bent one part against another, the wicked enemie doth laugh, when there is discord growing unto sharp enmity, and the leaders themselves bent one part against Another, the wicked enemy does laugh, c-crq pc-acp vbz n1 vvg p-acp j n1, cc dt n2 px32 vvd crd n1 p-acp j-jn, dt j n1 vdz vvi, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 267
3207 and receiueth boldnesse and strength, for he saith in his heart, This sharp contention among them will proceed in the end euen vnto blood, and receiveth boldness and strength, for he Says in his heart, This sharp contention among them will proceed in the end even unto blood, cc vvz n1 cc n1, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, d j n1 p-acp pno32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 av p-acp n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 267
3208 and to the desolation of both parts. and to the desolation of both parts. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 267
3209 O how much ought we to be pricked and grieued at the reioycing and boldning of Gods enemies? And how dolefull a calamitie were this, O how much ought we to be pricked and grieved At the rejoicing and boldening of God's enemies? And how doleful a calamity were this, sy q-crq d vmd pns12 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f npg1 n2? cc c-crq j dt n1 vbdr d, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 267
3210 if it shoulde among brethren come vnto blood? We see that among the children of Israel, the enmitie and discord brake forth euen vnto blood, if it should among brothers come unto blood? We see that among the children of Israel, the enmity and discord brake forth even unto blood, cs pn31 vmd p-acp n2 vvn p-acp n1? pns12 vvb cst p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, dt n1 cc n1 vvd av av-j p-acp n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 267
3211 and so doubtlesse, except the Lorde in great mercy turne it away (such is the nature of contention when it groweth sharpe) that the end among vs also will be most grieuous. and so doubtless, except the Lord in great mercy turn it away (such is the nature of contention when it grows sharp) that the end among us also will be most grievous. cc av av-j, c-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1 vvi pn31 av (d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 c-crq pn31 vvz av-j) cst dt n1 p-acp pno12 av vmb vbi av-ds j. (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 267
3212 This one euill ought to mooue vs to loue and imbrace the holy vnitie here commended in this Psalme. This one evil ought to move us to love and embrace the holy unity Here commended in this Psalm. d crd n-jn vmd pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1 cc vvi dt j n1 av vvn p-acp d n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 267
3213 I would the consideration of it might be deepely printed in our mindes. The wounding of the weake is another great euill that ariseth from discorde: I would the consideration of it might be deeply printed in our minds. The wounding of the weak is Another great evil that arises from discord: pns11 vmd dt n1 pp-f pn31 vmd vbi av-jn vvn p-acp po12 n2. dt n-vvg pp-f dt j vbz j-jn j n-jn cst vvz p-acp n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 267
3214 doubtlesse many are cast downe, or turned out of the way, or at the least wife are much hindred hereby in our Church. doubtless many Are cast down, or turned out of the Way, or At the least wife Are much hindered hereby in our Church. av-j d vbr vvn a-acp, cc vvd av pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt ds n1 vbr av-d vvn av p-acp po12 n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 267
3215 Stumbling blockes being thus laide, before the blinde and lame. Stumbling blocks being thus laid, before the blind and lame. vvg n2 vbg av vvn, p-acp dt j cc j. (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 268
3216 What pitie this ought to mooue, and how much the sight of it should vexe and grieue vs, the doctrine of our Sauiour Christ vttered by him selfe and by his Apostles doth euery where shew: What pity this ought to move, and how much the sighed of it should vex and grieve us, the Doctrine of our Saviour christ uttered by him self and by his Apostles does every where show: q-crq n1 d pi pc-acp vvi, cc c-crq d dt n1 pp-f pn31 vmd vvi cc vvi pno12, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 vvd p-acp pno31 n1 cc p-acp po31 n2 vdz d c-crq vvi: (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 268
3217 threatnings also & woes are pronounced against them, that shall cast downe the weake: threatenings also & woes Are pronounced against them, that shall cast down the weak: n2-vvg av cc n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno32, cst vmb vvi a-acp dt j: (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 268
3218 and shall not wee regard this thing at all? shall neither the compassion and loue to our brethren for whome Christ died, and shall not we regard this thing At all? shall neither the compassion and love to our brothers for whom christ died, cc vmb xx pns12 vvi d n1 p-acp d? vmb d dt n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp ro-crq np1 vvd, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 268
3219 nor the threatnings & woes denounced take any place? Thirdly, the discord of brethren, doth bring both parts into contempt and disgrace among many. nor the threatenings & woes denounced take any place? Thirdly, the discord of brothers, does bring both parts into contempt and disgrace among many. ccx dt n2-vvg cc n2 vvn vvb d n1? ord, dt n1 pp-f n2, vdz vvi d n2 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp d. (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 268
3220 And so by this meanes the ministers of the Gospell, the messengers of Christ, which should be had in precious account and estimation for their workes sake, And so by this means the Ministers of the Gospel, the messengers of christ, which should be had in precious account and estimation for their works sake, cc av p-acp d n2 dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vmd vbi vhn p-acp j n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n2 n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 268
3221 euen as the vessels of gold and siluer in the Lords temple, & as the Angels of the Lorde of hostes, are basely esteemed, even as the vessels of gold and silver in the lords temple, & as the Angels of the Lord of hosts, Are basely esteemed, av c-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 n1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, vbr av-j vvn, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 268
3222 euen as if they were vessels of earth or wood. even as if they were vessels of earth or wood. av c-acp cs pns32 vbdr n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 268
3223 If this did reach onely vnto the men themselues or vnto their disgrace, it were the lesse, If this did reach only unto the men themselves or unto their disgrace, it were the less, cs d vdd vvi av-j p-acp dt n2 px32 cc p-acp po32 n1, pn31 vbdr dt av-dc, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 268
3224 and might with lesse griefe be borne: but the contempt and disgrace reach indeed euen to the glorious Gospell of Iesus Christ, and might with less grief be born: but the contempt and disgrace reach indeed even to the glorious Gospel of Iesus christ, cc vmd p-acp dc n1 vbb vvn: cc-acp dt n1 cc n1 vvb av av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 268
3225 because in the disgrace of the men, the power of their ministerie is weakened. Because in the disgrace of the men, the power of their Ministry is weakened. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vbz vvn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 268
3226 For where the teacher is euill thought of and despised, the multitude doth not regard his doctrine. For where the teacher is evil Thought of and despised, the multitude does not regard his Doctrine. p-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz j-jn n1 pp-f cc vvn, dt n1 vdz xx vvi po31 n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 268
3227 This euill goeth deepe, and if we consider well of it togither with the former which I haue mentioned, yee shall see that vpon our owne experience we may say, indeed behold how euill and how vncomely a thing it is, This evil Goes deep, and if we Consider well of it together with the former which I have mentioned, ye shall see that upon our own experience we may say, indeed behold how evil and how uncomely a thing it is, d n-jn vvz av-jn, cc cs pns12 vvb av pp-f pn31 av p-acp dt j r-crq pns11 vhb vvn, pn22 vmb vvi cst p-acp po12 d n1 pns12 vmb vvi, av vvb c-crq j-jn cc c-crq av-j dt n1 pn31 vbz, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 269
3228 for brethren to be at enmitie and discord. for brothers to be At enmity and discord. c-acp n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 cc n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 269
3229 These euils do highly displease Almighty God, and if they be continued in without redresse, who is able to shewe the punishments and calamities which in time will ensue and come vpon vs in this land? The contempt of the Gospell, These evils do highly displease Almighty God, and if they be continued in without redress, who is able to show the punishments and calamities which in time will ensue and come upon us in this land? The contempt of the Gospel, d n2-jn vdb av-j vvi j-jn np1, cc cs pns32 vbb vvn p-acp p-acp n1, r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2 r-crq p-acp n1 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1? dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 269
3230 and growing into Atheisme thereby, will drawe downe infinite plagues and miseries. For the righteous God will not alwaies suffer such abuse vnreuenged. and growing into Atheism thereby, will draw down infinite plagues and misery's. For the righteous God will not always suffer such abuse unrevenged. cc vvg p-acp n1 av, vmb vvi a-acp j n2 cc n2. p-acp dt j np1 vmb xx av vvi d n1 j-vvn-u. (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 269
3231 Then seeing vnitie is so good, bringing so many blessings; Then seeing unity is so good, bringing so many blessings; av vvg n1 vbz av j, vvg av d n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 269
3232 and discord so euill, drawing such an heape of mischiefes with it, the one as a nourisher of true life, is to be sought for and maintained by all godly Christians, and discord so evil, drawing such an heap of mischiefs with it, the one as a nourisher of true life, is to be sought for and maintained by all godly Christians, cc n1 av j-jn, vvg d dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pn31, dt pi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp cc vvn p-acp d j np1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 269
3233 and the other is to be eschued as a deadly pestilence: and the other is to be Eschewed as a deadly pestilence: cc dt n-jn vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 269
3234 and this is to be done of vs speedily, because dissention is like the breaking out of waters, the longer it continueth, the wider is the breach made, and this is to be done of us speedily, Because dissension is like the breaking out of waters, the longer it Continueth, the wider is the breach made, cc d vbz pc-acp vbi vdn pp-f pno12 av-j, c-acp n1 vbz av-j dt n-vvg av pp-f n2, dt jc pn31 vvz, dt jc vbz dt n1 vvd, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 269
3235 and so becommeth the more difficult to be recouered. This being confessed of all, for there is no man I thinke that will denie, and so becomes the more difficult to be recovered. This being confessed of all, for there is no man I think that will deny, cc av vvz dt av-dc j pc-acp vbi vvn. np1 vbg vvn pp-f d, c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 pns11 vvb cst vmb vvi, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 269
3236 but that it is a most necessary thing in Gods Church and among brethren, to eschewe discord and to seeke vnitie: but that it is a most necessary thing in God's Church and among brothers, to eschew discord and to seek unity: cc-acp cst pn31 vbz dt av-ds j n1 p-acp npg1 n1 cc p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi n1 cc pc-acp vvi n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 269
3237 therefore let vs in the next place consider and vnderstand how it is to be sought: Therefore let us in the next place Consider and understand how it is to be sought: av vvb pno12 p-acp dt ord n1 vvi cc vvb c-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn: (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 269
3238 for let it be that we both agree, it is to be sought, and also doe seeke for it; for let it be that we both agree, it is to be sought, and also do seek for it; p-acp vvb pn31 vbi cst pns12 d vvb, pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, cc av vdb vvi p-acp pn31; (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 269
3239 yet if we seeke not the right way, we are neuer the better for seeking. yet if we seek not the right Way, we Are never the better for seeking. av cs pns12 vvb xx dt j-jn n1, pns12 vbr av-x dt jc p-acp vvg. (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 269
3240 First then knowe this, that there are two sorts of vnitie and agreement, the one is in God, being in the truth, in the spirite, in true holinesse and sanctification. First then know this, that there Are two sorts of unity and agreement, the one is in God, being in the truth, in the Spirit, in true holiness and sanctification. np1 av vvi d, cst a-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt pi vbz p-acp np1, vbg p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp j n1 cc n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 270
3241 The other is in error and sinne and not in the Lord. The other is in error and sin and not in the Lord. dt n-jn vbz p-acp n1 cc n1 cc xx p-acp dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 270
3242 Now indeed it is the holy vnitie in the Lord, which is praised in this Psalme, Now indeed it is the holy unity in the Lord, which is praised in this Psalm, av av pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 270
3243 and which we must seeke after, vpon which the blessing of God shall come. and which we must seek After, upon which the blessing of God shall come. cc r-crq pns12 vmb vvi a-acp, p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi. (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 270
3244 This may yee see by that exhortation of Saint Paul, Ephes. 4. When hee saith, studying to keepe the vnitie of the spirit in the band of peace: This may ye see by that exhortation of Saint Paul, Ephesians 4. When he Says, studying to keep the unity of the Spirit in the band of peace: d vmb pn22 vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 np1, np1 crd c-crq pns31 vvz, vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 270
3245 for hee addeth as the reason, There is one bodie, and one spirit, as yee are all called in hope of your calling: for he adds as the reason, There is one body, and one Spirit, as ye Are all called in hope of your calling: c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbz crd n1, cc crd n1, c-acp pn22 vbr d vvn p-acp n1 pp-f po22 n-vvg: (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 270
3246 one Lord, one faith, one baptisme, one God and father of all, &c. For like as all the members of the naturall bodie are coupled togither by one soule and make but one bodie: one Lord, one faith, one Baptism, one God and father of all, etc. For like as all the members of the natural body Are coupled together by one soul and make but one body: pi n1, crd n1, crd n1, crd np1 cc n1 pp-f d, av c-acp av-j c-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 vbr vvn av p-acp crd n1 cc vvi p-acp crd n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 270
3247 so by one spirit of the Lord, all the faithfull are vnited, and become all one mysticall bodie of Iesus Christ: so by one Spirit of the Lord, all the faithful Are united, and become all one mystical body of Iesus christ: av p-acp crd n1 pp-f dt n1, d dt j vbr vvn, cc vvi d crd j n1 pp-f np1 np1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 270
3248 by one faith, and by one baptisme, they are all in one Lord, and in one God. by one faith, and by one Baptism, they Are all in one Lord, and in one God. p-acp crd n1, cc p-acp crd n1, pns32 vbr d p-acp crd n1, cc p-acp crd np1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 270
3249 The foundation of this vnitie is in the truth, and by it men grow vp togither in God: The Foundation of this unity is in the truth, and by it men grow up together in God: dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp pn31 n2 vvb a-acp av p-acp np1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 270
3250 and for this cause it is said in the first verse of the Psalme, Brethren also to dwell in vnitie: and for this cause it is said in the First verse of the Psalm, Brothers also to dwell in unity: cc p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, n2 av pc-acp vvi p-acp n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 270
3251 Hee saith (also) because as there is a reconciliation wrought by Christ betweene God and man, He Says (also) Because as there is a reconciliation wrought by christ between God and man, pns31 vvz (av) c-acp c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp np1 cc n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 270
3252 and so a man is come into vnitie with God, he must also growe into vnitie with those which are togither reconciled to the Lorde with him: and so a man is come into unity with God, he must also grow into unity with those which Are together reconciled to the Lord with him: cc av dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vmb av vvi p-acp n1 p-acp d r-crq vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31: (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 270
3253 seeke this vnitie, to bee vnited with our brethren vnto God, otherwise, all shall be dissolued and scattered againe in confusion. seek this unity, to be united with our brothers unto God, otherwise, all shall be dissolved and scattered again in confusion. vvb d n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2 p-acp np1, av, d vmb vbi vvn cc vvn av p-acp n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 270
3254 Touching that other concorde which is in errour and wickednesse, they which possesse it (who are of diuers sorts) do commend it, Touching that other concord which is in error and wickedness, they which possess it (who Are of diverse sorts) do commend it, vvg d j-jn n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1 cc n1, pns32 r-crq vvb pn31 (r-crq vbr pp-f j n2) vdb vvi pn31, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 271
3255 and much complaine of the disturbance and breach thereof. and much complain of the disturbance and breach thereof. cc av-d vvi pp-f dt n1 cc n1 av. (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 271
3256 As first of all the Papists make a great exclamation against vs which professe the glorious Gospell, and haue forsaken them: As First of all the Papists make a great exclamation against us which profess the glorious Gospel, and have forsaken them: p-acp ord pp-f d dt njp2 vvb dt j n1 p-acp pno12 r-crq vvb dt j n1, cc vhb vvn pno32: (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 271
3257 that like wicked Schismaticks we haue disturbed and broken this holy vnitie, by rending our selues from the true Church, that like wicked Schismatics we have disturbed and broken this holy unity, by rending our selves from the true Church, cst av-j j n1 pns12 vhb vvn cc vvn d j n1, p-acp vvg po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 271
3258 and so from the faith, and from Christes mysticall bodie: and so from the faith, and from Christ's mystical body: cc av p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp npg1 j n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 271
3259 this is a grieuous and a sore accusation, if their vnitie which they glorie of, were in the truth. this is a grievous and a soar accusation, if their unity which they glory of, were in the truth. d vbz dt j cc dt j n1, cs po32 n1 r-crq pns32 n1 pp-f, vbdr p-acp dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 271
3260 But seeing it is most euident that they haue forsaken the truth of God, blaspheme and condemne it, But seeing it is most evident that they have forsaken the truth of God, Blaspheme and condemn it, p-acp vvg pn31 vbz av-ds j cst pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb cc vvi pn31, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 271
3261 and set vp abominable errours and cursed Idolatrie: and Set up abominable errors and cursed Idolatry: cc vvd a-acp j n2 cc j-vvn n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 271
3262 all their agreements, all their holy league (as they tearme it) is no more but a most wicked and cursed conspiracie against God and his people. all their agreements, all their holy league (as they term it) is no more but a most wicked and cursed Conspiracy against God and his people. d po32 n2, d po32 j n1 (c-acp pns32 vvi pn31) vbz dx dc p-acp dt av-ds j cc j-vvn n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 271
3263 What is their vnitie more then that which is described by the Prophet Dauid, Psal. 2. Why do the Gentils rage, What is their unity more then that which is described by the Prophet David, Psalm 2. Why do the Gentiles rage, q-crq vbz po32 n1 av-dc cs d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 np1, np1 crd q-crq vdb dt n2-j n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 271
3264 and the people meditate that which is vaine? The kings of the earth stand vp, and the people meditate that which is vain? The Kings of the earth stand up, cc dt n1 vvi d r-crq vbz j? dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb a-acp, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 271
3265 and the Princes take counsell togither against the Lorde, and against his Christ? Here is a great vnitie, and the Princes take counsel together against the Lord, and against his christ? Here is a great unity, cc dt n2 vvb n1 av p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp po31 np1? av vbz dt j n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 271
3266 nay a conspiracie of wicked traitors against Christ. This perplexitie is fulfilled by them: nay a Conspiracy of wicked Traitors against christ. This perplexity is fulfilled by them: uh-x dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp np1. d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32: (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 271
3267 And wee haue the commandement of God by the voice of the Angel, Come out from among them my people, and separate your selues: And we have the Commandment of God by the voice of the Angel, Come out from among them my people, and separate your selves: cc pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb av p-acp p-acp pno32 po11 n1, cc vvb po22 n2: (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 271
3268 so that all their cry is nothing against vs, wee haue not dissolued this blessed vnity here commended, so that all their cry is nothing against us, we have not dissolved this blessed unity Here commended, av cst d po32 n1 vbz pix p-acp pno12, pns12 vhb xx vvn d j-vvn n1 av vvn, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 271
3269 but haue forsaken their cursed conspiracy, which the neerer a mā is ioyned vnto, the further off he is from God. but have forsaken their cursed Conspiracy, which the nearer a man is joined unto, the further off he is from God. cc-acp vhb vvn po32 j-vvn n1, r-crq dt jc dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp, dt av-jc a-acp pns31 vbz p-acp np1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 271
3270 Let no man therefore be troubled or disquieted by their great wordes, but forsaking them, imbrace the holy faith, Let no man Therefore be troubled or disquieted by their great words, but forsaking them, embrace the holy faith, vvb dx n1 av vbb vvn cc vvn p-acp po32 j n2, cc-acp vvg pno32, vvi dt j n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 272
3271 and be vnited thereby togither with the Prophets and Apostles, and all holy men, vnto Iesus Christ. and be united thereby together with the prophets and Apostles, and all holy men, unto Iesus christ. cc vbi vvn av av p-acp dt n2 cc n2, cc d j n2, p-acp np1 np1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 272
3272 Ye shall heare many other sorts of men complaine, that there is not fellowship and vnity kept with them. You shall hear many other sorts of men complain, that there is not fellowship and unity kept with them. pn22 vmb vvi d j-jn n2 pp-f n2 vvi, cst pc-acp vbz xx n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp pno32. (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 272
3273 When indeede as they walke after their wicked and vncleane lustes in all abominable sinnes, When indeed as they walk After their wicked and unclean lusts in all abominable Sins, c-crq av c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp po32 j cc j n2 p-acp d j n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 272
3274 as in contempt of gods word, in drunkennesse, whoredom, pride, ambition, couetousnes, vsury, extortion, briberie, oppression, enuie, and many such like. as in contempt of God's word, in Drunkenness, whoredom, pride, ambition, covetousness, Usury, extortion, bribery, oppression, envy, and many such like. c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f ng1 n1, p-acp n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, cc d d j. (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 272
3275 The holy ghost saith vnto vs, Haue no fellowship with the vnfruitfull workes of darkenes, but rather reprooue them, Ephes. 5.11. We can not ioyne Christ and Belial, we can not be vnited to the Lord and haue fellowshippe in wicked sinnes. The holy ghost Says unto us, Have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather reprove them, Ephesians 5.11. We can not join christ and Belial, we can not be united to the Lord and have fellowship in wicked Sins. dt j n1 vvz p-acp pno12, vhb dx n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp av-c vvi pno32, np1 crd. pns12 vmb xx vvi np1 cc np1, pns12 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc vhb n1 p-acp j n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 272
3276 If wee say wee haue fellowship with him (saith S. Iohn) and walke in darkenesse, wee lie, &c. 1. Iohn. vers. 6. Ephes. 5.11. Hee that crieth out for peace, and doth walke in vngodly waies, straying from the truth and from sanctification, whatsoeuer he will seeme to be, he is nothing els but a disturber and breaker of all holy vnitie. If we say we have fellowship with him (Says S. John) and walk in darkness, we lie, etc. 1. John. vers. 6. Ephesians 5.11. He that cries out for peace, and does walk in ungodly ways, straying from the truth and from sanctification, whatsoever he will seem to be, he is nothing Else but a disturber and breaker of all holy unity. cs pns12 vvb pns12 vhb n1 p-acp pno31 (vvz np1 np1) cc vvi p-acp n1, pns12 vvb, av crd np1. fw-la. crd np1 crd. pns31 cst vvz av p-acp n1, cc vdz vvi p-acp j n2, vvg p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp n1, r-crq pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi, pns31 vbz pix av cc-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 272
3277 For who can take part with him in those things, but he shall separate himselfe (as I haue shewed) from truth and godlines, without which there can be no blessed vnitie? Saint Peter calleth our Lorde Iesus Christ a liuing stone, For who can take part with him in those things, but he shall separate himself (as I have showed) from truth and godliness, without which there can be no blessed unity? Saint Peter calls our Lord Iesus christ a living stone, p-acp r-crq vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp d n2, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi px31 (c-acp pns11 vhb vvn) p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq a-acp vmb vbi dx vvn n1? n1 np1 vvz po12 n1 np1 np1 dt j-vvg n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 272
3278 vnto whome all the faithfull comming as liuing stones, are built vp and become a spirituall house. 1. Pet. 2. If stones be not squared and made smooth to fit & ioyne togither, unto whom all the faithful coming as living stones, Are built up and become a spiritual house. 1. Pet. 2. If stones be not squared and made smooth to fit & join together, p-acp ro-crq d dt j n-vvg c-acp j-vvg n2, vbr vvn a-acp cc vvi dt j n1. crd np1 crd cs n2 vbb xx vvn cc vvn j pc-acp vvi cc vvi av, (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 273
3279 how shall they grow into one building? If men be not framed in faith and godlines, how shall they grow into one building? If men be not framed in faith and godliness, q-crq vmb pns32 vvi p-acp crd n1? cs n2 vbb xx vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 273
3280 how shall they be vnited in the Lord? Indeede there be imperfections both in doctrine and manners, all the best he wen stones haue some ruggednesse remaining, how shall they be united in the Lord? Indeed there be imperfections both in Doctrine and manners, all the best he wen stones have Some ruggedness remaining, q-crq vmb pns32 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1? av pc-acp vbi n2 av-d p-acp n1 cc n2, d dt js pns31 n1 n2 vhb d n1 vvg, (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 273
3281 and men must beare one with another in much: and men must bear one with Another in much: cc n2 vmb vvi pi p-acp j-jn p-acp d: (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 273
3282 for charitie must couer the multitude of sinnes. 1. Pet. 4 while the Temple of God is in the world, the stones are not perfectly set togither, for charity must cover the multitude of Sins. 1. Pet. 4 while the Temple of God is in the world, the stones Are not perfectly Set together, p-acp n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n2. crd np1 crd n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp dt n1, dt n2 vbr xx av-j vvn av, (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 273
3283 but the worke is still in hand, this Temple is still in building, wee must beware of the downefall on that side also. but the work is still in hand, this Temple is still in building, we must beware of the downfall on that side also. cc-acp dt n1 vbz av p-acp n1, d n1 vbz av p-acp n1, pns12 vmb vvi pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1 av. (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 273
3284 Then seeing this blessed vnitie must be in God, in the truth, in the spirit, to be built vp in Christ Iesus in true sanctification, (for hee that is in Christ is a new creature:) and seeing all concord without this foundation, shall fall downe as a rotten building, let the holy booke of God be our ground, let it bee brought foorth to cut downe all controuersies, Then seeing this blessed unity must be in God, in the truth, in the Spirit, to be built up in christ Iesus in true sanctification, (for he that is in christ is a new creature:) and seeing all concord without this Foundation, shall fallen down as a rotten building, let the holy book of God be our ground, let it be brought forth to Cut down all controversies, av vvg d j-vvn n1 vmb vbi p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp np1 np1 p-acp j n1, (c-acp pns31 cst vbz p-acp np1 vbz dt j n1:) cc vvg d n1 p-acp d n1, vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt j-vvn n1, vvb dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbb po12 n1, vvb pn31 vbi vvn av pc-acp vvi a-acp d n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 273
3285 and let men if they looke for any part of the blessing here promised, yeeld all honour and glorie vnto this sacred word: and let men if they look for any part of the blessing Here promised, yield all honour and glory unto this sacred word: cc vvb n2 cs pns32 vvb p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 av vvn, vvb d n1 cc n1 p-acp d j n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 273
3286 yea let no man stand vpon his owne honour or reputation, if he haue maintained any thing awry; yea let no man stand upon his own honour or reputation, if he have maintained any thing awry; uh vvb dx n1 vvb p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1, cs pns31 vhb vvn d n1 av; (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 273
3287 but so soone as euer hee espieth the truth in any matter, yeeld thereunto, let the trueth of God goe before and lead vs the way. but so soon as ever he espieth the truth in any matter, yield thereunto, let the truth of God go before and led us the Way. cc-acp av av c-acp av pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp d n1, vvb av, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb a-acp cc vvb pno12 dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 273
3288 For this is the onely way to grow into this holy vnitie. And let such as walke a wrie, forsake their euill waies, embrace the heauenly truth, For this is the only Way to grow into this holy unity. And let such as walk a wry, forsake their evil ways, embrace the heavenly truth, p-acp d vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1. cc vvb d c-acp vvi dt j, vvb po32 j-jn n2, vvb dt j n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 273
3289 and follow the rules thereof, if they will be accounted studious of peace and concord. and follow the rules thereof, if they will be accounted studious of peace and concord. cc vvi dt n2 av, cs pns32 vmb vbi vvn j pp-f n1 cc n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 273
3290 Ioyning thus vnto the truth, both in faith and godlines of life, wee shall be ioyned togither in the Lord, Joining thus unto the truth, both in faith and godliness of life, we shall be joined together in the Lord, vvg av p-acp dt n1, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp dt n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 274
3291 and it shall be saide, Behold how good and how comely a thing it is for brethren also to dwell at vnitie. and it shall be said, Behold how good and how comely a thing it is for brothers also to dwell At unity. cc pn31 vmb vbi vvd, vvb c-crq j cc c-crq j dt n1 pn31 vbz p-acp n2 av pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 274
3292 It shall bee like that precious ointment vpon the head of Aaron, &c. The heauenly graces & gifts of the holy ghost, shall come downe vpon vs plenteously and flow vnto euerie member: It shall be like that precious ointment upon the head of Aaron, etc. The heavenly graces & Gifts of the holy ghost, shall come down upon us plenteously and flow unto every member: pn31 vmb vbi j cst j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1, vmb vvi a-acp p-acp pno12 av-j cc vvi p-acp d n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 274
3293 wee shall bring foorth fruite vnto God watered with heauenly dewes: wee shall haue that great and high blessing of God almightie vnto eternall life. we shall bring forth fruit unto God watered with heavenly dews: we shall have that great and high blessing of God almighty unto Eternal life. pns12 vmb vvi av n1 p-acp np1 vvd p-acp j n2: pns12 vmb vhi d j cc j n1 pp-f np1 j-jn p-acp j n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 274
3294 Therefore if it bee not too late, that the sinnes of this land haue prouoked the Lorde to displeasure, let all men lift vp their hearts and crie vnto the Lord, that he will bestow this precious iewell vpon vs, that wee may bee at vnitie (not in all manner of wicked vices, Therefore if it be not too late, that the Sins of this land have provoked the Lord to displeasure, let all men lift up their hearts and cry unto the Lord, that he will bestow this precious jewel upon us, that we may be At unity (not in all manner of wicked vices, av cs pn31 vbb xx av av-j, cst dt n2 pp-f d n1 vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp n1, vvb d n2 vvb a-acp po32 n2 cc vvi p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi d j n1 p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vmb vbi p-acp n1 (xx p-acp d n1 pp-f j n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 274
3295 nor in errours) but in the Lord. nor in errors) but in the Lord. ccx p-acp n2) cc-acp p-acp dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 274
3296 And now who shall seeke this vnitie? who shall studie to aduance it? This may be in question. And now who shall seek this unity? who shall study to advance it? This may be in question. cc av q-crq vmb vvi d n1? q-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn31? d vmb vbi p-acp n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 274
3297 I answer, euen all states and degrees of men, priuat persons, rulers and teachers, euen all and euery one that wil looke for any part of gods blessing must aduance it. I answer, even all states and Degrees of men, private Persons, Rulers and Teachers, even all and every one that will look for any part of God's blessing must advance it. pns11 vvb, av d n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, j n2, n2 cc n2, av d cc d pi cst vmb vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f ng1 n1 vmb vvi pn31. (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 274
3298 Euery man I say must looke vnto the heauenly truth of the holy religion, and embrace the same with all loue and heartie affection. Every man I say must look unto the heavenly truth of the holy Religion, and embrace the same with all love and hearty affection. d n1 pns11 vvb vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc vvi dt d p-acp d n1 cc j n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 274
3299 Euery man ought to be zealous in spirit for the glorie of Christ. Every man ought to be zealous in Spirit for the glory of christ. d n1 vmd pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 274
3300 For if a man haue not the zeale of religion, hee can not be a good man, For if a man have not the zeal of Religion, he can not be a good man, c-acp cs dt n1 vhb xx dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vmb xx vbi dt j n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 274
3301 whether hee be ruler or priuate man, though hee seeme to be neuer so peaceable, whither he be ruler or private man, though he seem to be never so peaceable, cs pns31 vbb n1 cc j n1, cs pns31 vvb pc-acp vbi av-x av j, (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 274
3302 but as the Lord saith to the Angell of the Church of Laodicea, Reu. 3. Because thou art neither hot nor colde, I vvill spewe thee out of my mouth: but as the Lord Says to the Angel of the Church of Laodicea, Reu. 3. Because thou art neither hight nor cold, I will spew thee out of my Mouth: cc-acp c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd c-acp pns21 vb2r dx j ccx j-jn, pns11 vmb vvi pno21 av pp-f po11 n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 275
3303 God doth reiect all such dull and drowsie Atheistes, and irreligious persons, which are so earthly minded, God does reject all such dull and drowsy Atheists, and irreligious Persons, which Are so earthly minded, np1 vdz vvi d d j cc j n2, cc j n2, r-crq vbr av j vvn, (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 275
3304 as that they regard not the heauenly graces which are offered in the Gospell. as that they regard not the heavenly graces which Are offered in the Gospel. c-acp cst pns32 vvb xx dt j n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 275
3305 Let all men therefore stirre vp their heartes to be feruent in Gods truth, and let not godly zeale be quenched. Let all men Therefore stir up their hearts to be fervent in God's truth, and let not godly zeal be quenched. vvb d n2 av vvi a-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vbi j p-acp ng1 n1, cc vvb xx j n1 vbi vvn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 275
3306 Then further (as I haue also shewed before) wee must ioyne the practise of this holy word, Then further (as I have also showed before) we must join the practice of this holy word, av av-j (c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn a-acp) pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d j n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 275
3307 as the Apostle S. Iames willeth: Be doers of the worde and not hearers onely, deceiuing your selues. Iam. 2.19. for the great disturbāce of peace & the grieuous breaches of vnity, & all bitter dissentions do chiefly arise from hence, that all sorts & degrees of men walke not in the rules which God hath prescribed vnto them in his word. as the Apostle S. James wills: Be doers of the word and not hearers only, deceiving your selves. Iam. 2.19. for the great disturbance of peace & the grievous Breaches of unity, & all bitter dissensions do chiefly arise from hence, that all sorts & Degrees of men walk not in the rules which God hath prescribed unto them in his word. c-acp dt n1 np1 np1 vvz: vbb n2 pp-f dt n1 cc xx n2 av-j, vvg po22 n2. np1 crd. p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc d j n2 vdb av-jn vvi p-acp av, cst d n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 vvb xx p-acp dt n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 275
3308 Wee must therefore enter more particularly into this matter, that we may see how ech mā is to further this blessed vnitie. we must Therefore enter more particularly into this matter, that we may see how each man is to further this blessed unity. pns12 vmb av vvi av-dc av-j p-acp d n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi c-crq d n1 vbz p-acp jc d j-vvn n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 275
3309 I begin with the priuat person, for whome there are rules prescribed in Gods word for him to obserue, I begin with the private person, for whom there Are rules prescribed in God's word for him to observe, pns11 vvb p-acp dt j n1, p-acp ro-crq a-acp vbr n2 vvn p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi, (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 275
3310 if he wil be a true member of the Church, & a seeker & preseruer of this vnitie, if he will be a true member of the Church, & a seeker & preserver of this unity, cs pns31 vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt jc cc n1 pp-f d n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 275
3311 & so a partaker of Gods blessing vnto life euerlasting. One rule is touching subiection & reuerence vnto gouernors both ciuill and ecclesiasticall: & so a partaker of God's blessing unto life everlasting. One Rule is touching subjection & Reverence unto Governors both civil and ecclesiastical: cc av dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n1 j. crd n1 vbz vvg n1 cc n1 p-acp n2 d j cc j: (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 275
3312 for God hath commanded to honor & obey them. Submit your selues vnto all manner ordinance of man, for the Lords sake: for God hath commanded to honour & obey them. Submit your selves unto all manner Ordinance of man, for the lords sake: c-acp np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32. np1 po22 n2 p-acp d n1 n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n2 n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 275
3313 whether it be vnto the king, as vnto the superiour; whither it be unto the King, as unto the superior; cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt n1, c-acp p-acp dt j-jn; (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 275
3314 or vnto gouernors, as vnto them that are sent of him, for the punishment of euill doers, or unto Governors, as unto them that Are sent of him, for the punishment of evil doers, cc p-acp n2, c-acp p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn pp-f pno31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 276
3315 and for the praise of them that doe well. 1. Pet. 2. v. 13, 14. Also of this obedience and subiection for conscience sake, of this reuerence and honour to be rendred, S. Paul writeth, Rom. 13. v. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. Likewise obey them that haue the ouersight of you, and for the praise of them that do well. 1. Pet. 2. v. 13, 14. Also of this Obedience and subjection for conscience sake, of this Reverence and honour to be rendered, S. Paul Writeth, Rom. 13. v. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. Likewise obey them that have the oversight of you, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst vdb av. crd np1 crd n1 crd, crd zz pp-f d n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 n1, pp-f d n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd n1 crd, crd, crd, crd, crd, crd, crd av vvb pno32 cst vhb dt n1 pp-f pn22, (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 276
3316 and submit your selues, for they watch for your soules as they that must giue accounts, &c. Heb. 13.17. and submit your selves, for they watch for your Souls as they that must give accounts, etc. Hebrew 13.17. cc vvb po22 n2, c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp po22 n2 c-acp pns32 cst vmb vvi n2, av np1 crd. (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 276
3317 The neglect and breach of this rule, euen the denying of obedience, reuerence, and honour vnto the rulers, gouernours, The neglect and breach of this Rule, even the denying of Obedience, Reverence, and honour unto the Rulers, Governors, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, av-j dt vvg pp-f n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n2, n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 276
3318 and teachers, disturbeth and ouerthroweth the vnitie which is here praised. and Teachers, disturbeth and Overthroweth the unity which is Here praised. cc n2, vvz cc vvz dt n1 r-crq vbz av vvn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 276
3319 If then a man will not make conscience to performe this dutie in obeying the holy doctrine of the Lord, what is he other then an enemy vnto the true concord, a dissoluer of vnitie & peace? But what if rulers offend, pastors and gouernors faile, If then a man will not make conscience to perform this duty in obeying the holy Doctrine of the Lord, what is he other then an enemy unto the true concord, a dissolver of unity & peace? But what if Rulers offend, Pastors and Governors fail, cs av dt n1 vmb xx vvi n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp vvg dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz pns31 j-jn cs dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1? p-acp q-crq cs n2 vvb, n2 cc n2 vvb, (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 276
3320 and come short in some duties, and therby seeme vnworthy to be regarded? I say if they do, they shall answer before God for it, and come short in Some duties, and thereby seem unworthy to be regarded? I say if they do, they shall answer before God for it, cc vvb j p-acp d n2, cc av vvb j pc-acp vbi vvn? pns11 vvb cs pns32 vdb, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp pn31, (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 276
3321 but yet priuate men are not set at libertie, they are not discharged from this obedience and rendring honor vnto them: but yet private men Are not Set At liberty, they Are not discharged from this Obedience and rendering honour unto them: cc-acp av j n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp n1, pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp d n1 cc vvg n1 p-acp pno32: (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 276
3322 for it is vnto the authoritie, and vnto Gods ordinance that they doe it, and not in respect of man. for it is unto the Authority, and unto God's Ordinance that they do it, and not in respect of man. c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp npg1 n1 cst pns32 vdb pn31, cc xx p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 276
3323 God hath not prescribed the duties of men which are to be done vnto others, vnder this condition, God hath not prescribed the duties of men which Are to be done unto Others, under this condition, np1 vhz xx vvn dt n2 pp-f n2 r-crq vbr pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp n2-jn, p-acp d n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 276
3324 if they perfourme all that which they ought to doe on their parts, or if they be such maner of men as they ought to be. if they perform all that which they ought to do on their parts, or if they be such manner of men as they ought to be. cs pns32 vvi d d r-crq pns32 vmd pc-acp vdi p-acp po32 n2, cc cs pns32 vbb d n1 pp-f n2 c-acp pns32 vmd pc-acp vbi. (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 276
3325 But he hath prescribed euery mans duty absolutely. But he hath prescribed every men duty absolutely. p-acp pns31 vhz vvn d ng1 n1 av-j. (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 276
3326 If an other faile in his, hee shall answer (as I said) for it before God, thou hast no warrant hereby to depart from the rule which God hath set vnto thee. If an other fail in his, he shall answer (as I said) for it before God, thou hast no warrant hereby to depart from the Rule which God hath Set unto thee. cs dt j-jn n1 p-acp po31, pns31 vmb vvi (c-acp pns11 vvd) c-acp pn31 p-acp np1, pns21 vh2 dx n1 av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno21. (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 277
3327 For thou art tied in conscience vnto God to obey his will, & not in regard of man, For thou art tied in conscience unto God to obey his will, & not in regard of man, p-acp pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc xx p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 277
3328 or of thine owne benefit to doe this or that: or of thine own benefit to do this or that: cc pp-f po21 d n1 pc-acp vdi d cc d: (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 277
3329 for by the doctrine of the blessed Apostle, wee see that Christian subiects and faithfull seruants, are commanded euen for conscience to giue honour vnto heathen princes, and infidell masters, Rom. 13.1. Tim. 6.1. for by the Doctrine of the blessed Apostle, we see that Christian Subjects and faithful Servants, Are commanded even for conscience to give honour unto heathen Princes, and infidel Masters, Rom. 13.1. Tim. 6.1. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1, pns12 vvb d njp ng1-jn cc j n2, vbr vvn av p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp j-jn n2, cc n1 n2, np1 crd. np1 crd. (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 277
3330 wee must then from this expresse worde of God obserue, that when gouernours doe amisse, men haue not their tongues set at libertie to reuile, we must then from this express word of God observe, that when Governors do amiss, men have not their tongues Set At liberty to revile, pns12 vmb av p-acp d j n1 pp-f np1 vvi, cst c-crq n2 vdb av, n2 vhb xx po32 n2 vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 277
3331 and to reproch them, or to dishonour them with euil speech; seeing it is also written, Thou shalt not curse the ruler of the people. and to reproach them, or to dishonour them with evil speech; seeing it is also written, Thou shalt not curse the ruler of the people. cc p-acp n1 pno32, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp j-jn n1; vvg pn31 vbz av vvn, pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 277
3332 Exod. 22. v. 28. But contrariwise, praiers and supplications are to be made vnto God, for rulers and teachers of the Lords people. Exod 22. v. 28. But contrariwise, Prayers and supplications Are to be made unto God, for Rulers and Teachers of the lords people. np1 crd n1 crd p-acp av, n2 cc n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, c-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n2 n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 277
3333 When they offend, it is with great hurt to the Church, and therefore men are to lament and mourne for it, When they offend, it is with great hurt to the Church, and Therefore men Are to lament and mourn for it, c-crq pns32 vvb, pn31 vbz p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av n2 vbr pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pn31, (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 277
3334 and not to make themselues merrie with iestes and reproches. and not to make themselves merry with jests and Reproaches. cc xx pc-acp vvi px32 j p-acp n2 cc n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 277
3335 Let all euill speeches of disgrace then be turned into praiers, and the laughter into teares, Let all evil Speeches of disgrace then be turned into Prayers, and the laughter into tears, vvb d j-jn n2 pp-f n1 av vbi vvn p-acp n2, cc dt n1 p-acp n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 277
3336 for this shall be more pleasing vnto God. for this shall be more pleasing unto God. p-acp d vmb vbi av-dc j-vvg p-acp np1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 277
3337 Let no man beare himselfe in hād, that he is not guilty of the breach of holy concord, Let no man bear himself in hand, that he is not guilty of the breach of holy concord, vvb dx n1 vvi px31 p-acp n1, cst pns31 vbz xx j pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 277
3338 when he obserueth not the rules of this doctrine, of submission, of reuerence and honour to be giuen vnto gouernours. when he observeth not the rules of this Doctrine, of submission, of Reverence and honour to be given unto Governors. c-crq pns31 vvz xx dt n2 pp-f d n1, pp-f n1, pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 277
3339 Another rule is giuen by the Apostle, in these words: another Rule is given by the Apostle, in these words: j-jn n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp d n2: (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 277
3340 That ye studie to be quiet, and to meddle with your owne businesse, and to worke with your owne handes, &c. 1. Thess. 4.11. That you study to be quiet, and to meddle with your own business, and to work with your own hands, etc. 1. Thess 4.11. cst pn22 vvi pc-acp vbi j-jn, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 d n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 d n2, av crd np1 crd. (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 278
3341 as God hath distributed vnto euerie man, and as the Lord hath called euerie one (saith the Apostle) so let him walke, as God hath distributed unto every man, and as the Lord hath called every one (Says the Apostle) so let him walk, c-acp np1 vhz vvn p-acp d n1, cc p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn d crd (vvz dt n1) av vvb pno31 vvi, (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 278
3342 and so ordaine I in all Churches. 1. Cor. 7.17. God hath ordained the seuerall places and callings, he hath giuen gifts of abilitie to men to perfourme the things he requireth in the same: and so ordain I in all Churches. 1. Cor. 7.17. God hath ordained the several places and callings, he hath given Gifts of ability to men to perform the things he requires in the same: cc av vvb pns11 p-acp d n2. crd np1 crd. np1 vhz vvn dt j n2 cc n2, pns31 vhz vvn n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pns31 vvz p-acp dt d: (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 278
3343 he hath also set the bounds & limits within which euerie one is to keepe himselfe, he hath also Set the bounds & Limits within which every one is to keep himself, pns31 vhz av vvn dt n2 cc n2 p-acp r-crq d pi vbz pc-acp vvi px31, (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 278
3344 and to walke orderly, medling with that which appertaineth vnto him. This is an holy thing & comely, a preseruer of vnitie; and to walk orderly, meddling with that which appertaineth unto him. This is an holy thing & comely, a preserver of unity; cc pc-acp vvi av-j, vvg p-acp d r-crq vvz p-acp pno31. d vbz dt j n1 cc j, dt n1 pp-f n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 278
3345 but it is much broken, and great euill ensueth thereof: but it is much broken, and great evil ensueth thereof: cc-acp pn31 vbz av-d vvn, cc j n-jn vvz av: (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 278
3346 for there be many priuat persons, which would seeme verie religious, and to seeke the holy vnity aboue others, which leaue the duties of their places and callings, for there be many private Persons, which would seem very religious, and to seek the holy unity above Others, which leave the duties of their places and callings, c-acp pc-acp vbi d j n2, r-crq vmd vvi av j, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp n2-jn, r-crq vvb dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 278
3347 and busie themselues wholly with those matters which doe not belong vnto them. and busy themselves wholly with those matters which do not belong unto them. cc vvi px32 av-jn p-acp d n2 r-crq vdb xx vvi p-acp pno32. (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 278
3348 For as if the matters of their trades and sciences were too base, or as if the care of their familie were a thing ouer vile, they set these aside, For as if the matters of their trades and sciences were too base, or as if the care of their family were a thing over vile, they Set these aside, p-acp c-acp cs dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2 vbdr av j, cc c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vbdr dt n1 p-acp j, pns32 vvd d av, (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 278
3349 and neglect them, and take vpon them greater and higher businesse. and neglect them, and take upon them greater and higher business. cc vvi pno32, cc vvi p-acp pno32 jc cc jc n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 278
3350 For beholding any thing amisse in the Church, as if God had set them to be ouerseers of the gouernours and teachers, contrarie vnto this rule of Saint Paul, They labour not with their hands, For beholding any thing amiss in the Church, as if God had Set them to be Overseers of the Governors and Teachers, contrary unto this Rule of Saint Paul, They labour not with their hands, p-acp vvg d n1 av p-acp dt n1, c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn pno32 pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f dt n2 cc n2, j-jn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 np1, pns32 vvb xx p-acp po32 n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 278
3351 nor meddle quietly with their owne businesse, but they bende all the powers of their minde, to dispute and reason about gouernment, nor meddle quietly with their own business, but they bend all the Powers of their mind, to dispute and reason about government, ccx vvi av-jn p-acp po32 d n1, cc-acp pns32 vvi d dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, pc-acp vvi cc n1 p-acp n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 278
3352 and the duties of gouernours and teachers, wandring about, and seeking to perswade and draw others to their minde. and the duties of Governors and Teachers, wandering about, and seeking to persuade and draw Others to their mind. cc dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2, vvg a-acp, cc vvg pc-acp vvi cc vvi ng2-jn p-acp po32 n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 279
3353 They thinke thus to doe God high seruice: They think thus to do God high service: pns32 vvb av pc-acp vdi np1 j n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 279
3354 But who hath giuen them power to dispense with this rule, that yee studie to be quiet, But who hath given them power to dispense with this Rule, that ye study to be quiet, cc-acp q-crq vhz vvn pno32 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, cst pn22 vvi pc-acp vbi j-jn, (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 279
3355 and to meddle with your owne businesse, and to labour with your handes? Hath God called them and set them a worke about greater things, and to meddle with your own business, and to labour with your hands? Hath God called them and Set them a work about greater things, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 d n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n2? vhz np1 vvn pno32 cc vvi pno32 dt n1 p-acp jc n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 279
3356 and freed them from these? Is it not the ordinance and will of our God, that men shall instruct & guide their families in his waies? Is there not labour and paines and care to be taken, that the children and seruants may learne the holy doctrine and walke in it? But there are many which deepely meddle in publique matters, and freed them from these? Is it not the Ordinance and will of our God, that men shall instruct & guide their families in his ways? Is there not labour and pains and care to be taken, that the children and Servants may Learn the holy Doctrine and walk in it? But there Are many which deeply meddle in public matters, cc vvd pno32 p-acp d? vbz pn31 xx dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1, cst n2 vmb vvi cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp po31 n2? vbz pc-acp xx n1 cc n2 cc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cst dt n2 cc n2 vmb vvi dt j n1 cc vvi p-acp pn31? p-acp a-acp vbr d r-crq av-jn vvi p-acp j n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 279
3357 and if they haue two or three children and as many seruants, they are left ignorant, no paines taken about them, they may walke awrie many waies, the care thereof is little. and if they have two or three children and as many Servants, they Are left ignorant, no pains taken about them, they may walk awry many ways, the care thereof is little. cc cs pns32 vhb crd cc crd n2 cc p-acp d n2, pns32 vbr vvn j, dx n2 vvn p-acp pno32, pns32 vmb vvi av d n2, dt n1 av vbz j. (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 279
3358 Also a mans owne matters which Saint Paul willeth to meddle with, are in prouiding earthly things, necessarie for his family: so that Saint Paul saith. Also a men own matters which Saint Paul wills to meddle with, Are in providing earthly things, necessary for his family: so that Saint Paul Says. av dt ng1 d n2 r-crq n1 np1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp, vbr p-acp vvg j n2, j p-acp po31 n1: av cst n1 np1 vvz. (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 279
3359 If there be any that prouideth not for his owne, namely for them of his family, hee denieth the faith, If there be any that Provideth not for his own, namely for them of his family, he Denieth the faith, cs pc-acp vbb d cst vvz xx p-acp po31 d, av p-acp pno32 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvz dt n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 279
3360 and is worse then an infidell. 1. Timoth. 5.8. and so in other duties. and is Worse then an infidel. 1. Timothy 5.8. and so in other duties. cc vbz jc cs dt n1. crd np1 crd. cc av p-acp j-jn n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 279
3361 Shall we thinke the trueth is obeyed, or that God is pleased by such waies? when the rulers and guides of Gods people doe amisse, a man is to sorrow at it, he is to looke to his way that hee keepe vpright before God: Shall we think the truth is obeyed, or that God is pleased by such ways? when the Rulers and guides of God's people do amiss, a man is to sorrow At it, he is to look to his Way that he keep upright before God: vmb pns12 vvi dt n1 vbz vvn, cc cst np1 vbz vvn p-acp d n2? c-crq dt n2 cc n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vdb av, dt n1 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp pn31, pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 cst pns31 vvb av-j p-acp np1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 279
3362 but when in reprehending that which others fault in, he neglecteth his owne calling, how shall hee eschue this sentence, Thou art therfore inexcusable O man) whosoeuer thou art that iudgest another, but when in reprehending that which Others fault in, he neglecteth his own calling, how shall he eschew this sentence, Thou art Therefore inexcusable Oh man) whosoever thou art that Judges Another, cc-acp c-crq p-acp vvg d r-crq n2-jn n1 p-acp, pns31 vvz po31 d n-vvg, q-crq vmb pns31 vvi d n1, pns21 vb2r av j uh n1) c-crq pns21 vb2r cst vv2 j-jn, (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 280
3363 for in that thou iudgest another, thou condemnest thy selfe: for in that thou Judges Another, thou Condemnest thy self: c-acp p-acp cst pns21 vv2 j-jn, pns21 vv2 po21 n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 280
3364 for thou doest the same things that thou iudgest, Rom. 2. v. 1. Thou leauest vndone thy duty in guiding that smal charge committed vnto thee. for thou dost the same things that thou Judges, Rom. 2. v. 1. Thou Leavest undone thy duty in guiding that small charge committed unto thee. c-acp pns21 vd2 dt d n2 cst pns21 vv2, np1 crd n1 crd pns21 vv2 vvn po21 n1 p-acp vvg d j n1 vvn p-acp pno21. (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 280
3365 And let vs make the comparison, Is hee not more worthie blame that findeth fault with the greater, And let us make the comparison, Is he not more worthy blame that finds fault with the greater, cc vvb pno12 vvi dt n1, vbz pns31 xx av-dc j n1 cst vvz n1 p-acp dt jc, (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 280
3366 and doeth it not in the lesser, when the greater is more difficult to be perfourmed? It is harder to gouerne a whole kingdome, a citie, and doth it not in the lesser, when the greater is more difficult to be performed? It is harder to govern a Whole Kingdom, a City, cc vdz pn31 xx p-acp dt jc, c-crq dt jc vbz av-dc j pc-acp vbi vvn? pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1, dt n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 280
3367 or a flocke, then a little familie, and more faultes will appeare. or a flock, then a little family, and more Faults will appear. cc dt n1, cs dt j n1, cc av-dc n2 vmb vvi. (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 280
3368 How vnreasonable a thing then is it that a man which guideth not his little family in any such order as god requireth, should let goe the sight of his owne defects, How unreasonable a thing then is it that a man which guideth not his little family in any such order as god requires, should let go the sighed of his own defects, q-crq j dt n1 av vbz pn31 cst dt n1 r-crq vvz xx po31 j n1 p-acp d d n1 p-acp n1 vvz, vmd vvi vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 d n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 280
3369 and whollie giue himselfe in speech to depraue the publike guides. and wholly give himself in speech to deprave the public guides. cc av-jn vvn px31 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 280
3370 Lament and sorrow for euill, consent not thereunto in any wise, follow the waies of the Lord, obey the rules of the word: Lament and sorrow for evil, consent not thereunto in any wise, follow the ways of the Lord, obey the rules of the word: np1 cc n1 p-acp n-jn, vvb xx av p-acp d n1, vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 280
3371 and therfore let al men regard this, & keep their place & standing which God hath set them in, and Therefore let all men regard this, & keep their place & standing which God hath Set them in, cc av vvb d n2 vvb d, cc vvi po32 n1 cc vvg r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp, (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 280
3372 and so walke, as that they may answer before the high iudge, and giue account how they haue discharged their dutie. and so walk, as that they may answer before the high judge, and give account how they have discharged their duty. cc av vvb, c-acp cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1, cc vvi n1 c-crq pns32 vhb vvn po32 n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 280
3373 To come now to the gouernors and guides of the Lordes people: and first to the pastours and shepheards which haue the power and authoritie ecclesiasticall. To come now to the Governors and guides of the lords people: and First to the Pastors and shepherds which have the power and Authority ecclesiastical. pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt ng1 n1: cc ord p-acp dt n2 cc n2 r-crq vhb dt n1 cc n1 j. (15) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 280
3374 These are principall, and aboue all other, and after a speciall sort to procure, and to preserue this blessed vnitie, These Are principal, and above all other, and After a special sort to procure, and to preserve this blessed unity, d vbr j-jn, cc p-acp d n-jn, cc p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi d j-vvn n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 280
3375 as the end for which they are giuen of Christ, doth shew. as the end for which they Are given of christ, does show. c-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn pp-f np1, vdz vvi. (15) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 280
3376 He hath (saith S. Paul) giuē some to be Apostles, some Prophets, some Euangelists, some Pastors and teachers: He hath (Says S. Paul) given Some to be Apostles, Some prophets, Some Evangelists, Some Pastors and Teachers: pns31 vhz (vvz np1 np1) vvn d pc-acp vbi n2, d n2, d n2, d ng1 cc n2: (15) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 281
3377 and then he sheweth to what end, saying, for the repairing of Saints, for the work of the ministerie, and then he shows to what end, saying, for the repairing of Saints, for the work of the Ministry, cc av pns31 vvz p-acp r-crq n1, vvg, p-acp dt vvg pp-f n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 281
3378 & for the edification of the bodie of Christ: & for the edification of the body of christ: cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 281
3379 till wee all meete together in the vnitie of faith, and that acknowledging of the sonne of God, till we all meet together in the unity of faith, and that acknowledging of the son of God, c-acp pns12 d vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc d vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 281
3380 vnto a perfect man, and vnto the measure of the age of the fulnes of Christ, &c. Ephe. 4. vers. 11.12.13. unto a perfect man, and unto the measure of the age of the fullness of christ, etc. Ephes 4. vers. 11.12.13. p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, av np1 crd fw-la. crd. (15) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 281
3381 This is their whole worke and labour appointed them, euen to build vp Christs bodie, the temple of God, by framing and coupling together the liuing stones, This is their Whole work and labour appointed them, even to built up Christ body, the temple of God, by framing and coupling together the living stones, d vbz po32 j-jn n1 cc n1 vvn pno32, av-j pc-acp vvi a-acp npg1 n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg cc vvg av dt j-vvg n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 281
3382 vnto that vnitie of brethren, which is commended in this Psalme. unto that unity of brothers, which is commended in this Psalm. p-acp d n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 281
3383 Then let vs see the rules prescribed in Gods word, which they must obserue to performe this holy worke. Then let us see the rules prescribed in God's word, which they must observe to perform this holy work. av vvb pno12 vvi dt n2 vvn p-acp npg1 n1, r-crq pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d j n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 281
3384 The Elders (saith S. Peter) that are among you, I beseech, which am also an Elder and a witnesse of the sufferings of Christ, The Elders (Says S. Peter) that Are among you, I beseech, which am also an Elder and a witness of the sufferings of christ, dt n2-jn (vvz np1 np1) d vbr p-acp pn22, pns11 vvb, r-crq vbm av dt n-jn cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 281
3385 & also a partaker of the glorie that shall be reuealed, feede the flocke of God which dependeth vpon you caring for it not by constraint, but willingly: & also a partaker of the glory that shall be revealed, feed the flock of God which dependeth upon you caring for it not by constraint, but willingly: cc av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vmb vbi vvn, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz p-acp pn22 vvg p-acp pn31 xx p-acp n1, cc-acp av-j: (15) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 281
3386 not for filthie lucre, but of a readie mind: not for filthy lucre, but of a ready mind: xx p-acp j n1, cc-acp pp-f dt j n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 281
3387 not as though ye were Lords ouer Gods heritage, but that ye may be examples to the flocke. 1. Pet 5. vers. 1.2. not as though you were lords over God's heritage, but that you may be Examples to the flock. 1. Pet 5. vers. 1.2. xx c-acp cs pn22 vbdr n2 p-acp npg1 n1, cc-acp cst pn22 vmb vbi n2 p-acp dt n1. crd np1 crd zz. crd. (15) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 281
3388 First the sheepe of Christ are to haue food, their life dependeth thereupon. First the sheep of christ Are to have food, their life dependeth thereupon. ord dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr pc-acp vhi n1, po32 n1 vvz av. (15) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 281
3389 It is required therefore in all shepheards that will answer their calling before God, to haue the same affection in thē which Christ had: It is required Therefore in all shepherds that will answer their calling before God, to have the same affection in them which christ had: pn31 vbz vvn av p-acp d n2 cst vmb vvi po32 n-vvg p-acp np1, pc-acp vhi dt d n1 p-acp pno32 r-crq np1 vhd: (15) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 281
3390 who when hee saw the multitude he had compassion on them, because they were as sheepe without a shepheard, Mat. 9.36. Pitie and compassion vpon the straying sheepe must moue them to seed: yea loue must constraine. who when he saw the multitude he had compassion on them, Because they were as sheep without a shepherd, Mathew 9.36. Pity and compassion upon the straying sheep must move them to seed: yea love must constrain. r-crq c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 pns31 vhd n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1 vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi: uh n1 vmb vvi. (15) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 281
3391 For Christ saith to Peter, Simon Ioanna louest thou me more then these? feed my sheepe: For christ Says to Peter, Simon Joanna love thou me more then these? feed my sheep: p-acp np1 vvz p-acp np1, np1 np1 vvb pns21 pno11 av-dc cs d? vvb po11 n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 282
3392 louest thou me? feede my lambes: louest thou me? feed my sheepe: as if he should say, of all loue do this for me. love thou me? feed my Lambs: love thou me? feed my sheep: as if he should say, of all love do this for me. vvb pns21 pno11? vvb po11 n2: vvb pns21 pno11? vvb po11 n1: c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, pp-f d n1 vdb d p-acp pno11. (15) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 282
3393 Here I am to mooue those which bee in authoritie in the Church, if it may any way come to their eares, I do humbly beseech thē for the Lord Iesus Christs sake, to haue compassion vpon the flocke, that the sheepe may haue their appoynted foode, Here I am to move those which bee in Authority in the Church, if it may any Way come to their ears, I do humbly beseech them for the Lord Iesus Christ sake, to have compassion upon the flock, that the sheep may have their appointed food, av pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi d r-crq n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cs pn31 vmb d n1 vvn p-acp po32 n2, pns11 vdb av-j vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 np1 npg1 n1, pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt n1, cst dt n1 vmb vhi po32 vvn n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 282
3394 euen the bread of life plentifully broken vnto them, that they may be led into the greene pastures, even the bred of life plentifully broken unto them, that they may be led into the green pastures, av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j vvn p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 282
3395 & vnto the fountaines and streames of the liuing waters: & unto the fountains and streams of the living waters: cc p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j-vvg n2: (15) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 282
3396 cry also vnto the Lord of the haruest, that hee will powre downe his spirit vpon them, that in compassion, there may bee labourers sent foorth: cry also unto the Lord of the harvest, that he will pour down his Spirit upon them, that in compassion, there may be labourers sent forth: vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno32, cst p-acp n1, pc-acp vmb vbi n2 vvn av: (15) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 282
3397 and that such as haue taken vpon them the charge, and be idle or absent, may be compelled to doe their dutie: and that such as have taken upon them the charge, and be idle or absent, may be compelled to do their duty: cc cst d c-acp vhb vvn p-acp pno32 dt n1, cc vbi j cc j, vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vdi po32 n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 282
3398 that such as bee not able to feede, or that walke in a dissolute and wicked behauiour in life and conuersation, may bee remoued: that such as be not able to feed, or that walk in a dissolute and wicked behaviour in life and Conversation, may be removed: cst d c-acp vbb xx j pc-acp vvi, cc d n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, vmb vbi vvn: (15) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 282
3399 And that such as bee both skilfull to teach, and of godlie life, may bee set ouer them, to guide them both by doctrine and example. And that such as be both skilful to teach, and of godly life, may be Set over them, to guide them both by Doctrine and Exampl. cc cst d a-acp vbi d j pc-acp vvi, cc pp-f j n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 d p-acp n1 cc n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 282
3400 If this be not per formed, how is the true concord and vnitie sought? If the people bee not instructed and led in the way of godlines: If this be not per formed, how is the true concord and unity sought? If the people be not instructed and led in the Way of godliness: cs d vbb xx fw-la vvn, q-crq vbz dt j n1 cc n1 vvn? cs dt n1 vbb xx vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 282
3401 how shall they be framed and built together in one holie temple? If the Shepheard bee vngodly, and giue corrupt example: how shall they be framed and built together in one holy temple? If the Shepherd be ungodly, and give corrupt Exampl: c-crq vmb pns32 vbi vvn cc vvn av p-acp crd j n1? cs dt n1 vbb j, cc vvi j n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 282
3402 what peace, what vnitie, or what agreement can such as will feare God, hold with him? And if there be a diuision betweene the sheepe and the shepheard, where shall be the vnitie of brethren? It is out of all controuersie that the meane to worke the godlie vnitie of brethren, is, that the flocke of Christ be fedde and guided by skilfull godly men, which teach doctrine, what peace, what unity, or what agreement can such as will Fear God, hold with him? And if there be a division between the sheep and the shepherd, where shall be the unity of brothers? It is out of all controversy that the mean to work the godly unity of brothers, is, that the flock of christ be fed and guided by skilful godly men, which teach Doctrine, r-crq n1, r-crq n1, cc r-crq n1 vmb d p-acp vmb vvi np1, vvb p-acp pno31? cc cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, q-crq vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n2? pn31 vbz av pp-f d n1 cst dt j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f n2, vbz, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb vvn cc vvn p-acp j j n2, r-crq vvb n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 283
3403 and giue good example in life and conuersation. and give good Exampl in life and Conversation. cc vvi j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 283
3404 And now touching the care of the flocke, not by constraint, nor for gaine, but willingly and of a readie mind: And now touching the care of the flock, not by constraint, nor for gain, but willingly and of a ready mind: cc av vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, xx p-acp n1, ccx p-acp n1, cc-acp av-j cc pp-f dt j n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 283
3405 not as Lords ouer Gods heritage, but as examples to the flock; not as lords over God's heritage, but as Examples to the flock; xx c-acp n2 p-acp npg1 n1, cc-acp c-acp n2 p-acp dt n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 283
3406 I doe againe instantly beseech the pastors and gouernours euen for Christs sake, to abound and to increase in all fatherly loue towards the Lords people, without which this care cannot rightly be performed. I do again instantly beseech the Pastors and Governors even for Christ sake, to abound and to increase in all fatherly love towards the lords people, without which this care cannot rightly be performed. pns11 vdb av av-jn vvi dt n2 cc n2 av-j p-acp npg1 n1, pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1 p-acp dt n2 n1, p-acp r-crq d n1 vmbx av-jn vbi vvn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 283
3407 Follow herein the example of Saint Paul, who setting foorth his labour and trauaile, not of ambition or desire of gaine, Follow herein the Exampl of Saint Paul, who setting forth his labour and travail, not of ambition or desire of gain, vvb av dt n1 pp-f n1 np1, r-crq vvg av po31 n1 cc n1, xx pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 283
3408 nor with roughnes, but as he saith, we were gentle among you euen as a nurse cherisheth her children. nor with roughness, but as he Says, we were gentle among you even as a nurse Cherishes her children. ccx p-acp n1, cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvz, pns12 vbdr j p-acp pn22 av c-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 283
3409 1. Thess. 2. ver. 7. where this fatherly loue is broken off, there followeth (to the exceeding decay and desolation of the Church) that which the Lord complained of by the Prophet Ezechiel against the pastors of Israel. 1. Thess 2. ver. 7. where this fatherly love is broken off, there follows (to the exceeding decay and desolation of the Church) that which the Lord complained of by the Prophet Ezechiel against the Pastors of Israel. crd np1 crd fw-la. crd c-crq d j n1 vbz vvn a-acp, a-acp vvz (p-acp dt j-vvg n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1) cst r-crq dt n1 vvd pp-f p-acp dt n1 np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 283
3410 Woe be vnto the shepheards of Israel, that feede themselues: Woe be unto the shepherds of Israel, that feed themselves: n1 vbb p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cst vvb px32: (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 283
3411 should not the shepheards feed the flocks? Ye eate the fat, and ye clothe ye with the wooll: should not the shepherds feed the flocks? You eat the fat, and you cloth you with the wool: vmd xx dt n2 vvb dt n2? pn22 vvb dt j, cc pn22 vvb pn22 p-acp dt n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 283
3412 ye kill them that are fed, but ye seed not the sheep: the weake haue ye not strengthened: you kill them that Are fed, but you seed not the sheep: the weak have you not strengthened: pn22 vvb pno32 cst vbr vvn, cc-acp pn22 n1 xx dt n1: dt j vhb pn22 xx vvn: (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 283
3413 the sick haue ye not healed, neither haue ye bound vp the broken, nor brought againe that which was driuen away: the sick have you not healed, neither have you bound up the broken, nor brought again that which was driven away: dt j vhb pn22 xx vvn, dx vhb pn22 vvn a-acp dt j-vvn, ccx vvd av cst r-crq vbds vvn av: (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 284
3414 neither haue ye sought that which was lost, but with violence, and with crueltie haue ye ruled them. Ezec. 24. vers. 3.4. This was the state of the flocke then, and shall be euen to the worlds ende: neither have you sought that which was lost, but with violence, and with cruelty have you ruled them. Ezekiel 24. vers. 3.4. This was the state of the flock then, and shall be even to the world's end: dx vhb pn22 vvn d r-crq vbds vvn, cc-acp p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 vhb pn22 vvn pno32. np1 crd fw-la. crd. d vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av, cc vmb vbi av p-acp dt ng1 n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 284
3415 that among Christs sheepe as some be strong, so some bee weake, some sicke, some going astray. that among Christ sheep as Some be strong, so Some be weak, Some sick, Some going astray. cst p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp d vbb j, av d vbb j, d j, d vvg av. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 284
3416 Yea such are the frailties of all the faithfull, so many are the errors and the sinnes which doe breake foorth: Yea such Are the frailties of all the faithful, so many Are the errors and the Sins which do break forth: uh d vbr dt n2 pp-f d dt j, av d vbr dt n2 cc dt n2 r-crq vdb vvi av: (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 284
3417 but yet they are still the sheepe of Christ, the Israel of God, and the shepheards of Israel are to looke to them. but yet they Are still the sheep of christ, the Israel of God, and the shepherds of Israel Are to look to them. cc-acp av pns32 vbr av dt n1 pp-f np1, dt np1 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 284
3418 Now I say, if there bee not a fatherly loue in the shepheards to couer the multitude of sinnes: Now I say, if there be not a fatherly love in the shepherds to cover the multitude of Sins: av pns11 vvb, cs pc-acp vbb xx dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2: (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 284
3419 if there be not a tender compassion, as in the Nurse towards the little babe, in stead of care to heale the broken and sick, if there be not a tender compassion, as in the Nurse towards the little babe, in stead of care to heal the broken and sick, cs pc-acp vbb xx dt j n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn cc j, (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 284
3420 & to support the weake, to bring into the way that which straieth, they shall despise and lothe them as not worthie to bee regarded, & to support the weak, to bring into the Way that which strayeth, they shall despise and loath them as not worthy to be regarded, cc pc-acp vvi dt j, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cst r-crq vvz, pns32 vmb vvi cc j pno32 a-acp xx j pc-acp vbi vvn, (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 284
3421 yea they shall with violence and rigor beate and bruse them, certaine it is, that the greater the frailties are, the greater care and compassion is to be shewed. yea they shall with violence and rigor beat and bruise them, certain it is, that the greater the frailties Are, the greater care and compassion is to be showed. uh pns32 vmb p-acp n1 cc n1 vvi cc vvi pno32, j pn31 vbz, cst dt jc dt n2 vbr, dt jc n1 cc n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 284
3422 So that violence & rigor are not fit to bee in the shepheards. So that violence & rigor Are not fit to be in the shepherds. av d n1 cc n1 vbr xx j pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 284
3423 For shall the nurse throw the little infant against the stones, or push it forward when it can hardly stand alone? Shall the shepheard take his staffe and strike the young and tender Lambes? or shall he beate and bruse the weake and feeble sheepe? What shall we say, are the sheepe of Christ of lesse valew? Many of them are weake and feeble in knowledge, many of them are but as young babes, For shall the nurse throw the little infant against the stones, or push it forward when it can hardly stand alone? Shall the shepherd take his staff and strike the young and tender Lambs? or shall he beat and bruise the weak and feeble sheep? What shall we say, Are the sheep of christ of less value? Many of them Are weak and feeble in knowledge, many of them Are but as young babes, p-acp vmb dt n1 vvb dt j n1 p-acp dt n2, cc vvb pn31 j c-crq pn31 vmb av vvi j? vmb dt n1 vvb po31 n1 cc vvi dt j cc j n2? cc vmb pns31 vvi cc vvi dt j cc j n1? q-crq vmb pns12 vvi, vbr dt n1 pp-f np1 a-acp av-dc n1? av-d pp-f pno32 vbr j cc j p-acp n1, d pp-f pno32 vbr p-acp c-acp j n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 284
3424 as touching the spirituall power of sanctification. A number of sins doe breake from them. Many are wounded in conscience and troubled in spirit: as touching the spiritual power of sanctification. A number of Sins do break from them. Many Are wounded in conscience and troubled in Spirit: c-acp vvg dt j n1 pp-f n1. dt n1 pp-f n2 vdb vvi p-acp pno32. av-d vbr vvn p-acp n1 cc vvn p-acp n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 284
3425 here is place for the loue, the care, the compassiō and labour of Shepheards. Here is place for the love, the care, the compassion and labour of Shepherds. av vbz n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 285
3426 O ye shepheards of Israel put on this loue and compassion, lothe not the sheepe of Christ for these frailties, rule them not with violence and crueltie: O you shepherds of Israel put on this love and compassion, loath not the sheep of christ for these frailties, Rule them not with violence and cruelty: sy pn22 n2 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp d n1 cc n1, j xx dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2, vvb pno32 xx p-acp n1 cc n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 285
3427 but feed and support, and heale them with all meeknes and long suffering. but feed and support, and heal them with all meekness and long suffering. cc-acp vvb cc vvi, cc vvi pno32 p-acp d n1 cc av-j vvg. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 285
3428 Let no peruersnes or iniuries of any of the sheep towards the shepheards, breake off the course of this loue and care. Let no perverseness or injuries of any of the sheep towards the shepherds, break off the course of this love and care. vvb dx n1 cc n2 pp-f d pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2, vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 285
3429 For if they look vnto this, how the sheep despise them, how they walke stubbornly against them, they shall neuer bee able with patience and meekenes to goe through with the worke. For if they look unto this, how the sheep despise them, how they walk stubbornly against them, they shall never be able with patience and meekness to go through with the work. p-acp cs pns32 vvb p-acp d, c-crq dt n1 vvb pno32, c-crq pns32 vvb av-j p-acp pno32, pns32 vmb av-x vbi j p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 285
3430 If wee thinke it an vnworthie thing, or such as doth discharge the shepheard from his tender loue & care, If we think it an unworthy thing, or such as does discharge the shepherd from his tender love & care, cs pns12 vvb pn31 dt j-u n1, cc d c-acp vdz vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 285
3431 or that may warrant him to bee rigorous, that many of the sheepe do not reuerence him. or that may warrant him to be rigorous, that many of the sheep do not Reverence him. cc cst vmb vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi j, cst d pp-f dt n1 vdb xx vvi pno31. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 285
3432 Look vpon Moses and Paul two great & notable seruants of God, two speciall shepheards of the Lords flocke, who is worthie to be compared with them? They haue left an example to be followed. Look upon Moses and Paul two great & notable Servants of God, two special shepherds of the lords flock, who is worthy to be compared with them? They have left an Exampl to be followed. n1 p-acp np1 cc np1 crd j cc j n2 pp-f np1, crd j n2 pp-f dt n2 vvb, r-crq vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32? pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 285
3433 How great things did Moses for the people? And yet how often did they murmur against him, How great things did Moses for the people? And yet how often did they murmur against him, q-crq j n2 vdd np1 p-acp dt n1? cc av q-crq av vdd pns32 vvi p-acp pno31, (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 285
3434 and were readie to stone him? How many were their rebellions and iniuries done vnto him? And yet his loue is not quenched, his care doth not faile, and were ready to stone him? How many were their rebellions and injuries done unto him? And yet his love is not quenched, his care does not fail, cc vbdr j p-acp n1 pno31? c-crq d vbdr po32 n2 cc n2 vdn p-acp pno31? cc av po31 n1 vbz xx vvn, po31 n1 vdz xx vvi, (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 285
3435 but his prayer is most earnest vnto God to pardon them: he still esteemeth them (though not all) as the Lords chosen people. but his prayer is most earnest unto God to pardon them: he still esteems them (though not all) as the lords chosen people. cc-acp po31 n1 vbz av-ds j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno32: pns31 av vvz pno32 (cs xx d) p-acp dt n2 vvn n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 285
3436 What can they doe more vnto vs, then goe about to stone vs? Behold also the exceeding aboundant loue of Paul, who wished himselfe accursed from Christ, that his kinsemen the Iewes which were obstinate might be saued. What can they do more unto us, then go about to stone us? Behold also the exceeding abundant love of Paul, who wished himself accursed from christ, that his kinsmen the Iewes which were obstinate might be saved. q-crq vmb pns32 vdb av-dc p-acp pno12, av vvb a-acp p-acp n1 pno12? vvb av dt j-vvg j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvd px31 vvn p-acp np1, cst po31 n2 dt np2 r-crq vbdr j vmd vbi vvn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 286
3437 How much greater was his loue to the faithfull of his kindred? And yet could they, How much greater was his love to the faithful of his kindred? And yet could they, c-crq d jc vbds po31 n1 p-acp dt j pp-f po31 n1? cc av vmd pns32, (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 286
3438 euen the Church of Ierusalem, scarse think any thing well of him al the time that he liued, even the Church of Ierusalem, scarce think any thing well of him all the time that he lived, av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, av-j vvb d n1 av pp-f pno31 d dt n1 cst pns31 vvd, (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 286
3439 but thought hardly of him, though he did neuer so much for them? This is gathered by that which he writeth, Rom. 15. where he first sheweth that it had pleased them of Macedonia & Achaia to giue somwhat to the poore Saints in Ierusalem, but Thought hardly of him, though he did never so much for them? This is gathered by that which he Writeth, Rom. 15. where he First shows that it had pleased them of Macedonia & Achaia to give somewhat to the poor Saints in Ierusalem, cc-acp vvd av pp-f pno31, cs pns31 vdd av-x av av-d c-acp pno32? d vbz vvn p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvz, np1 crd c-crq pns31 ord vvz d pn31 vhd vvn pno32 pp-f np1 cc np1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt j n2 p-acp np1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 286
3440 and that he went with this their beneuolēce to see it deliuered: and that he went with this their benevolence to see it Delivered: cc cst pns31 vvd p-acp d po32 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 vvd: (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 286
3441 and then he intreated them to be verie earnest in praier to God for him, that he might be deliuered from the disobedience of Iudea, and then he entreated them to be very earnest in prayer to God for him, that he might be Delivered from the disobedience of Iudea, cc av pns31 vvd pno32 pc-acp vbi av j p-acp n1 p-acp np1 p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 286
3442 and that his ministerie towards Ierusalem might be accepted of the Saints. and that his Ministry towards Ierusalem might be accepted of the Saints. cc cst po31 n1 p-acp np1 vmd vbi vvn pp-f dt n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 286
3443 It is a marueilous thing to consider, that there being so great need in the Church at Ierusalem, It is a marvelous thing to Consider, that there being so great need in the Church At Ierusalem, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, cst a-acp vbg av j n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 286
3444 and that money being so welcome to those which are in penurie, & he carying so plentifull store, and that money being so welcome to those which Are in penury, & he carrying so plentiful store, cc d n1 vbg av j-jn p-acp d r-crq vbr p-acp n1, cc pns31 vvg av j n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 286
3445 yet there needeth earnest prayers that this his seruice might be accepted. yet there needs earnest Prayers that this his service might be accepted. av a-acp vvz j n2 cst d po31 n1 vmd vbi vvn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 286
3446 He had moued the Churches of the Gentiles, (as appeareth in his second Epistle to the Corinthians) to make this liberall contribution. He had moved the Churches of the Gentiles, (as appears in his second Epistle to the Corinthians) to make this liberal contribution. pns31 vhd vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n2-j, (c-acp vvz p-acp po31 ord n1 p-acp dt njp2) pc-acp vvi d j n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 286
3447 He wrought this matter, he goeth vp with it, so great was his care. He wrought this matter, he Goes up with it, so great was his care. pns31 vvd d n1, pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp pn31, av j vbds po31 n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 286
3448 Yet when he shewethal this loue and diligence towards thē, how great was their misliking of him, that he feareth his ministrie would not be acceptable to thē? The cause of the misliking, Iames doth shew vnto him when he was come vp, Act. 21. ver. 21. Namely, that it was reported hee had taught the Iewes among the Gentiles to depart from Moses, Yet when he shewethal this love and diligence towards them, how great was their misliking of him, that he fears his Ministry would not be acceptable to them? The cause of the misliking, James does show unto him when he was come up, Act. 21. ver. 21. Namely, that it was reported he had taught the Iewes among the Gentiles to depart from Moses, av c-crq pns31 av d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, c-crq j vbds po32 vvg pp-f pno31, cst pns31 vvz po31 n1 vmd xx vbi j p-acp pno32? dt n1 pp-f dt vvg, np1 vdz vvi p-acp pno31 c-crq pns31 vbds vvn a-acp, n1 crd fw-la. crd av, cst pn31 vbds vvn pns31 vhd vvn dt np2 p-acp dt n2-j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 287
3449 and not to circumcise their children. Wee see hee loueth them deerely for all this, and calleth them saints: and not to circumcise their children. we see he loves them dearly for all this, and calls them Saints: cc xx pc-acp vvi po32 n2. pns12 vvb pns31 vvz pno32 av-jn p-acp d d, cc vvz pno32 n2: (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 287
3450 notwithstanding their great frailtie in this matter, & the hard opinion they conceiued and held of him, notwithstanding their great frailty in this matter, & the hard opinion they conceived and held of him, c-acp po32 j n1 p-acp d n1, cc dt j n1 pns32 vvd cc vvn pp-f pno31, (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 287
3451 so great and so worthie a seruant of the Lord Iesus Christ. so great and so worthy a servant of the Lord Iesus christ. av j cc av j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 287
3452 What a paterne of meekenes & fatherly loue is here for all the shepheards of the Lords flocke to follow, among the poore feeble and wandring sheepe, which doe not so reuerence and regard them as they ought to doe. What a pattern of meekness & fatherly love is Here for all the shepherds of the lords flock to follow, among the poor feeble and wandering sheep, which do not so Reverence and regard them as they ought to do. q-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1 vbz av p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n2 vvb pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt j j cc j-vvg n1, r-crq vdb xx av vvi cc vvi pno32 c-acp pns32 vmd pc-acp vdi. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 287
3453 The shepheards as S. Peter requireth, must bee examples to the flockes, and therefore of all other are to shew meekenes, long suffering, The shepherds as S. Peter requires, must be Examples to the flocks, and Therefore of all other Are to show meekness, long suffering, dt n2 p-acp n1 np1 vvz, vmb vbi n2 p-acp dt n2, cc av pp-f d n-jn vbr p-acp n1 n1, av-j vvg, (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 287
3454 and that loue which couereth the multitude of sinnes. and that love which Covereth the multitude of Sins. cc d n1 r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 287
3455 Where the pastors abound in this fatherly loue, and doe not fall vpon the fraile sheepe and tender lambes with rigour and violence, the blessed vnitie of brethren here praised is chiefly furthered: Where the Pastors abound in this fatherly love, and do not fallen upon the frail sheep and tender Lambs with rigour and violence, the blessed unity of brothers Here praised is chiefly furthered: c-crq dt n2 vvb p-acp d j n1, cc vdb xx vvi p-acp dt j n1 cc j n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n2 av vvn vbz av-jn vvn: (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 287
3456 for the building vp of Christs bodie in sanctification, is greatly aduanced by the example of the pastors and teachers. for the building up of Christ body in sanctification, is greatly advanced by the Exampl of the Pastors and Teachers. c-acp dt n-vvg a-acp pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n1, vbz av-j vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 287
3457 The multitude are drawne thereby to imbrace and to follow the trueth. The multitude Are drawn thereby to embrace and to follow the truth. dt n1 vbr vvn av pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 287
3458 I doe therefore againe humbly beseech all the pastors and guides of the Lords people, to consider of this holy rule and worthie examples, I do Therefore again humbly beseech all the Pastors and guides of the lords people, to Consider of this holy Rule and worthy Examples, pns11 vdb av av av-j vvi d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n2 n1, pc-acp vvi pp-f d j n1 cc j n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 287
3459 and to practise it, that the people of the Lord may bee brought into true concorde and brotherly amitie. and to practise it, that the people of the Lord may be brought into true concord and brotherly amity. cc pc-acp vvi pn31, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n1 cc j n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 287
3460 Then lastly, it appertaineth also vnto rulers in ciuill matters to maintaine this vnitie according to the trueth. Then lastly, it appertaineth also unto Rulers in civil matters to maintain this unity according to the truth. av ord, pn31 vvz av p-acp n2 p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi d n1 vvg p-acp dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 287
3461 They are to minister iustice & true iudgement vnto all, to punish the euill doers, and to cherish & maintaine the good. They Are to minister Justice & true judgement unto all, to Punish the evil doers, and to cherish & maintain the good. pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi n1 cc j n1 p-acp d, pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n2, cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 287
3462 Mercie & loue is also necesssarily required in them, that they may deale euen as fathers when they correct & chastise. Mercy & love is also necesssarily required in them, that they may deal even as Father's when they correct & chastise. n1 cc n1 vbz av av-j vvn p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmb vvi av c-acp n2 c-crq pns32 vvb cc vvi. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 288
3463 If this be not, there will great mischiefes ensue, euen to the disturbance of all godly peace and concord: If this be not, there will great mischiefs ensue, even to the disturbance of all godly peace and concord: cs d vbb xx, pc-acp vmb j n2 vvi, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 cc n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 288
3464 for let a ruler, a Iudge, or a mightie man be void of religiō, and withall giuen to anger, dealing among the Lords weake and feeble sheepe, he will be readie to beate them downe and to crush them in pieces. for let a ruler, a Judge, or a mighty man be void of Religion, and withal given to anger, dealing among the lords weak and feeble sheep, he will be ready to beat them down and to crush them in Pieces. p-acp vvi dt n1, dt n1, cc dt j n1 vbb j pp-f n1, cc av vvn p-acp n1, vvg p-acp dt n2 j cc j n1, pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 288
3465 The frailties and sins are many that breake foorth euen from some of Christs sheepe & lambes (as we see, there be the weake, the sicke, the brused, The frailties and Sins Are many that break forth even from Some of Christ sheep & Lambs (as we see, there be the weak, the sick, the Bruised, dt n2 cc n2 vbr d cst vvb av av-j p-acp d pp-f npg1 n1 cc n2 (c-acp pns12 vvb, pc-acp vbi dt j, dt j, dt j-vvn, (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 288
3466 and such as erre) the thing is odious in thē, because they professe holinesse, and therefore cannot in them be borne: and such as err) the thing is odious in them, Because they profess holiness, and Therefore cannot in them be born: cc d c-acp vvi) dt n1 vbz j p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vvb n1, cc av vmbx p-acp pno32 vbb vvn: (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 288
3467 therefore lift vp your hearts in earnest praier vnto God, that he will powre downe ye spirit of fatherly loue and mercie vpon rulers and iudges, that they may deale in the Lords flocke, Therefore lift up your hearts in earnest prayer unto God, that he will pour down the Spirit of fatherly love and mercy upon Rulers and judges, that they may deal in the lords flock, av vvb a-acp po22 n2 p-acp j n1 p-acp np1, cst pns31 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 vvb, (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 288
3468 and towards his poore weak sheep, with such regard as that they may answer before Christ. and towards his poor weak sheep, with such regard as that they may answer before christ. cc p-acp po31 j j n1, p-acp d n1 p-acp cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp np1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 288
3469 Thus if we honour and imbrace the truth, if we practise the rules therof, euery one performing those duties which the Lord inioyneth, the rulers and iudges, pastors & gouernors in the church, Thus if we honour and embrace the truth, if we practise the rules thereof, every one performing those duties which the Lord enjoin, the Rulers and judges, Pastors & Governors in the Church, av cs pns12 vvb cc vvi dt n1, cs pns12 vvb dt n2 av, d pi vvg d n2 r-crq dt n1 vvb, dt n2 cc n2, n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 288
3470 as also the priuate persons, we shal grow into this holy vnitie which the holy Ghost here praiseth, we shall receiue all heauenly gifts and blessings, as also the private Persons, we shall grow into this holy unity which the holy Ghost Here Praiseth, we shall receive all heavenly Gifts and blessings, c-acp av dt j n2, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d j n1 r-crq dt j n1 av vvz, pns12 vmb vvi d j n2 cc n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 288
3471 yea euen that great blessing of all blessings, the lfie for euermore. Grant this vnto vs O Lord, for thy deare sonnes sake our redeemer and Sauiour: yea even that great blessing of all blessings, the lfie for evermore. Grant this unto us O Lord, for thy deer Sons sake our redeemer and Saviour: uh av d j n1 pp-f d n2, dt n1 c-acp av. n1 d p-acp pno12 sy n1, p-acp po21 j-jn ng1 n1 po12 n1 cc n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 288
3472 to whom with thee and the holy Ghost, three persons, & one euerlasting God, whom we worship, be all honour, glorie, dominion and power, for euermore. Amen. FINIS. to whom with thee and the holy Ghost, three Persons, & one everlasting God, whom we worship, be all honour, glory, dominion and power, for evermore. Amen. FINIS. p-acp ro-crq p-acp pno21 cc dt j n1, crd n2, cc crd j np1, ro-crq pns12 vvb, vbb d n1, n1, n1 cc n1, c-acp av. uh-n. fw-la. (15) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 288

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