The Christian mans assuring house. And a sinners conuersion Two sermons; the former, preached, before the Prince his Highnesse at St. Iames: the other to his Maiesties houshold at White-hall, on Sunday the 6. of February by George Meriton Doctor of Diuinitie, and Deane of Peterborough.

Meriton, George, d. 1624
Publisher: Printed by Edward Griffin for Ralfe Mab and are to be sold in Paules Churchyard at the signe of the Greyhound
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1614
Approximate Era: JamesI
TCP ID: A07450 ESTC ID: S112663 STC ID: 17837
Subject Headings: Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 THE TEXT. 2. PETER 1.10. Wherefore Brethren the rather giue diligence to make your Calling and Election sure. THE TEXT. 2. PETER 1.10. Wherefore Brothers the rather give diligence to make your Calling and Election sure. dt n1. crd np1 crd. c-crq n2 dt av-c vvi n1 pc-acp vvi po22 vvg cc n1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 THE office of a Minister (saith Tertullian ) consisteth, in the performance of three speciall duties: tingere, offerre, docere. THE office of a Minister (Says Tertullian) Consisteth, in the performance of three special duties: tingere, offer, docere. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (vvz np1) vvz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd j n2: fw-la, vvb, fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
2 And answerable vnto these, are there as many places appointed in the Church for his attendance: And answerable unto these, Are there as many places appointed in the Church for his attendance: cc j p-acp d, vbr a-acp p-acp d n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
3 the Fonte, the Altar, the Pulpit. The Font for dipping or baptizing; the Altar for offering: the Pulpit for teaching. the Fonte, the Altar, the Pulpit. The Font for dipping or baptizing; the Altar for offering: the Pulpit for teaching. dt np1, dt n1, dt n1. dt n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg; dt n1 p-acp vvg: dt n1 p-acp vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
4 In Christs commission ( Goe teach all Nations, baptizing them &c. ) Teaching, hath the first place. In Christ commission (Go teach all nations, baptizing them etc.) Teaching, hath the First place. p-acp npg1 n1 (vvb vvi d n2, vvg pno32 av) vvg, vhz dt ord n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
5 And as it is chiefest in commission, so among all points of Diuinitie, that can be taught, there is no One of greater moment, And as it is chiefest in commission, so among all points of Divinity, that can be taught, there is no One of greater moment, cc c-acp pn31 vbz js-jn p-acp n1, av p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, cst vmb vbi vvn, pc-acp vbz dx crd pp-f jc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
6 than to bee acquainted with the counsell of God, concerning our saluation. than to be acquainted with the counsel of God, Concerning our salvation. cs pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
7 What can be more comfortable, than Pauls ( Certus sum ) I am well assured? what sweeter newes, What can be more comfortable, than Paul's (Certus sum) I am well assured? what Sweeten news, q-crq vmb vbi av-dc j, cs np1 (np1 n1) pns11 vbm av vvn? q-crq jc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
8 than to heare that it is our Fathers pleasure to giue vs a kingdome? what more acceptable, than to hear that it is our Father's pleasure to give us a Kingdom? what more acceptable, cs pc-acp vvi cst pn31 vbz po12 ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 dt n1? q-crq av-dc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
9 than to know that wee are the chosen of God? Chosen (infallibly) to be saued? Translated from death to life? Neuer to bee snatched out of the hands of Christ? This high point of Religion, than to know that we Are the chosen of God? Chosen (infallibly) to be saved? Translated from death to life? Never to be snatched out of the hands of christ? This high point of Religion, cs pc-acp vvi d pns12 vbr dt j-vvn pp-f np1? vvn (av-j) pc-acp vbi vvn? vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1? av-x pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1? d j n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
10 so comfortable, so sweet, so acceptable, I am now about to deliuer. My text craueth your diligence, not only in the reading: so comfortable, so sweet, so acceptable, I am now about to deliver. My text craveth your diligence, not only in the reading: av j, av j, av j, pns11 vbm av p-acp pc-acp vvi. po11 n1 vvz po22 n1, xx av-j p-acp dt vvg: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
11 but much more your best indeuour, in labouring for the same. ( Giue rather diligence ( Brethren ) to make your calling and election sure. but much more your best endeavour, in labouring for the same. (Give rather diligence (Brothers) to make your calling and election sure. cc-acp av-d av-dc po22 js n1, p-acp vvg p-acp dt d. (vvb av n1 (n2) pc-acp vvi po22 n-vvg cc n1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
12 ) It is S. Peters aduise, to the dispersed Iewes, who were now become Christians and had obteined like pretious faith with others. ) It is S. Peter's advise, to the dispersed Iewes, who were now become Christians and had obtained like precious faith with Others. ) pn31 vbz n1 npg1 n1, p-acp dt j-vvn np2, r-crq vbdr av vvn np1 cc vhd vvn av-j j n1 p-acp n2-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
13 The words haue dependance ( wherefore ) and the Context is this: The words have dependence (Wherefore) and the Context is this: dt n2 vhb n1 (q-crq) cc dt n1 vbz d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
14 In the verses before, he exhorteth them to the practise of excellent vertues, which would adorne their profession: In the Verses before, he exhorteth them to the practice of excellent Virtues, which would adorn their profession: p-acp dt n2 a-acp, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, r-crq vmd vvi po32 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
15 as, Knowledge, Temperance, Patience, Godlinesse, Brotherly kindnesse, Charitie, and such like: as, Knowledge, Temperance, Patience, Godliness, Brotherly kindness, Charity, and such like: c-acp, n1, n1, np1-n, n1, av-j n1, n1, cc d av-j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
16 if these (saith he) abound in you, you shall neither be idle, nor vnfruitfull, if these (Says he) abound in you, you shall neither be idle, nor unfruitful, cs d (vvz pns31) vvb p-acp pn22, pn22 vmb av-dx vbi j, ccx j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
17 nor blind, as men which cannot see, or (at least) not remember that they are purged from their sinnes. nor blind, as men which cannot see, or (At least) not Remember that they Are purged from their Sins. ccx j, c-acp n2 r-crq vmbx vvi, cc (p-acp ds) xx vvi cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
18 To be ( idle ) nihil agentes, doing nothing, is the root of euill: To be ( vnfruitfull ) aliud agentes, doing things impertinent, is the note of folly: To be (idle) nihil agents, doing nothing, is the root of evil: To be (unfruitful) Aliud agents, doing things impertinent, is the note of folly: pc-acp vbi (j) fw-la n2, vdg pix, vbz dt n1 pp-f n-jn: pc-acp vbb (j) vvn n2, vdg n2 j, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
19 To be ( blind and in darknesse ) male agentes, committing wickednesse, is the mother of mischiefe. To be (blind and in darkness) male agents, committing wickedness, is the mother of mischief. pc-acp vbb (j cc p-acp n1) n1 n2, vvg n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
20 He that standeth, let him take heed that he doth not fall. Brethren, you haue not thus learned Christ: such cariage befits not Conuerts: He that Stands, let him take heed that he does not fallen. Brothers, you have not thus learned christ: such carriage befits not Converts: pns31 cst vvz, vvb pno31 vvi n1 cst pns31 vdz xx vvi. n1, pn22 vhb xx av j np1: d n1 vvz xx vvz: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
21 wherefore the ( rather ) giue diligence, to make your calling and election sure. Wherefore the (rather) give diligence, to make your calling and election sure. c-crq dt (av-c) vvb n1, pc-acp vvi po22 n-vvg cc n1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
22 H&c nobis apponuntur, nobis proponuntur, (saith S. Bernard) these things are written for our learning. H&c nobis apponuntur, nobis proponuntur, (Says S. Bernard) these things Are written for our learning. np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, (vvz np1 np1) d n2 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
23 St. Peters good counsell hath been reiected by the Iewes, and they are fallen; Saint Peter's good counsel hath been rejected by the Iewes, and they Are fallen; n1 npg1 j n1 vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt np2, cc pns32 vbr vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
24 the destruction of them should be instruction to vs. Wherefore suppose (I pray you) that our Apostle were now turning himselfe vnto the Gentiles, the destruction of them should be instruction to us Wherefore suppose (I pray you) that our Apostle were now turning himself unto the Gentiles, dt n1 pp-f pno32 vmd vbi n1 p-acp pno12 c-crq vvb (pns11 vvb pn22) cst po12 n1 vbdr av vvg px31 p-acp dt n2-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
25 and were ( thus ) speaking to you: Brethren it is enough, that hitherto you haue misspent the time: and were (thus) speaking to you: Brothers it is enough, that hitherto you have misspent the time: cc vbdr (av) vvg p-acp pn22: n2 pn31 vbz av-d, cst av pn22 vhb vvn dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
26 some in ( idlenesse ) shorting in summer like sonnes of confusion: some in ( vanities ) which is the trauell of fooles: Some in (idleness) shorting in summer like Sons of confusion: Some in (vanities) which is the travel of Fools: d n1 (n1) vvg p-acp n1 av-j n2 pp-f n1: d a-acp (n2) r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
27 some in ( sinne ) which is the seruice of the Deuill. Some in (sin) which is the service of the devil. d a-acp (vvb) r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
28 It is enough, that you haue wearied your bodies, troubled your wits, broken your sleepes, in the pursuit of the world: It is enough, that you have wearied your bodies, troubled your wits, broken your sleeps, in the pursuit of the world: pn31 vbz av-d, cst pn22 vhb vvn po22 n2, vvn po22 n2, vvn po22 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
29 some setting nets for commodities, as the Spider doth his web to catch a Flye: some striuing for honours, still building vpwards, Some setting nets for commodities, as the Spider does his web to catch a Fly: Some striving for honours, still building upwards, d vvg n2 p-acp n2, p-acp dt n1 vdz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt vvi: d vvg p-acp n2, av vvg av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
30 as if Nimrods Tower were now too low: as if Nimrods Tower were now too low: c-acp cs npg1 n1 vbdr av av av-j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
31 some wallowing in pleasures, as if they would lye deeper and longer with the swine in the mire. Some wallowing in pleasures, as if they would lie Deeper and longer with the Swine in the mire. d vvg p-acp n2, c-acp cs pns32 vmd vvi avc-jn cc jc p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
32 My brethren, what profit can be in those things, whereof ye are, or may be, My brothers, what profit can be in those things, whereof you Are, or may be, po11 n2, r-crq n1 vmb vbi p-acp d n2, c-crq pn22 vbr, cc vmb vbi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
33 or shall be ashamed? The Iewes are fallen, wherefore doe you ( Gentiles ) first seeke the kingdome of God. or shall be ashamed? The Iewes Are fallen, Wherefore do you (Gentiles) First seek the Kingdom of God. cc vmb vbi j? dt np2 vbr vvn, q-crq vdb pn22 (np1) ord vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
34 Giue diligence rather to make your calling and election sure. The parts of the Text are two: 1. A motiue. 2. A dutie. Give diligence rather to make your calling and election sure. The parts of the Text Are two: 1. A motive. 2. A duty. vvb n1 av-c pc-acp vvi po22 n-vvg cc n1 j. dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr crd: crd dt n1. crd dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
35 The Motiue, in this word ( Brethren. ) The Dutie in the rest: And first of the Motiue ( Brethren. ) The Motive, in this word (Brothers.) The Duty in the rest: And First of the Motive (Brothers.) dt n1, p-acp d n1 (n2.) dt n1 p-acp dt n1: cc ord pp-f dt n1 (n2.) (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
36 There are Brethren by 1 Humanitie. 2 Country. 3 Affinitie. 4 Consanguinitie. 5 Christianitie. 1 For the first: There Are Brothers by 1 Humanity. 2 Country. 3 Affinity. 4 Consanguinity. 5 Christianity. 1 For the First: pc-acp vbr n2 p-acp crd n1. crd n1. crd n1. crd n1. crd np1. vvn p-acp dt ord: (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
37 God will require the life of a man at the hands of his brother. 2 For the second: God will require the life of a man At the hands of his brother. 2 For the second: np1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. crd p-acp dt ord: (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
38 Paul desireth to be separate from Christ for the Israelites his brethren. 3 For the third: Paul Desires to be separate from christ for the Israelites his brothers. 3 For the third: np1 vvz pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1 p-acp dt np2 po31 n2. crd p-acp dt ord: (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
39 Abraham said to Lot his nephew, Let there be no strife between me and thee, for we are brethren. 4 For the fourth: Abraham said to Lot his nephew, Let there be no strife between me and thee, for we Are brothers. 4 For the fourth: np1 vvd p-acp n1 po31 n1, vvb pc-acp vbi dx n1 p-acp pno11 cc pno21, c-acp pns12 vbr n2. crd p-acp dt ord: (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
40 Children of the whole or halfe parents, as Iacob and Esau, Andrew and Peter, the 12. Patriarkes were Brethren. 5 For the fift: Children of the Whole or half Parents, as Iacob and Esau, Andrew and Peter, the 12. Patriarchs were Brothers. 5 For the fift: n2 pp-f dt j-jn cc j-jn n2, c-acp np1 cc np1, np1 cc np1, dt crd n2 vbdr n2. crd p-acp dt ord: (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
41 One is your master (Christ) and all ye are Brethren. Brother is a name of much loue, and it mooueth howsoeuer it be taken. One is your master (christ) and all you Are Brothers. Brother is a name of much love, and it moveth howsoever it be taken. crd vbz po22 n1 (np1) cc d pn22 vbr n2. n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc pn31 vvz c-acp pn31 vbb vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
42 One ( Man ) is not borne a wolfe vnto another, but so made by custome: though we are dispersed vpon the face of the earth, One (Man) is not born a wolf unto Another, but so made by custom: though we Are dispersed upon the face of the earth, pi (n1) vbz xx vvn dt n1 p-acp n-jn, cc-acp av vvn p-acp n1: c-acp pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
43 yet are we framed out of the same moulde. (The slime of the earth is our common Mother ) wee are formed with the same stampe. (A reasonable soule is our common character ) we haue one Authour from whence wee all come ( God who is our common Father. ) Non taliter fecit omni Creatura. yet Are we framed out of the same mould. (The slime of the earth is our Common Mother) we Are formed with the same stamp. (A reasonable soul is our Common character) we have one Author from whence we all come (God who is our Common Father.) Non taliter fecit omni Creatura. av vbr pns12 vvn av pp-f dt d n1. (dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz po12 j n1) pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt d n1. (dt j n1 vbz po12 j n1) pns12 vhb crd n1 p-acp c-crq pns12 d vvb (np1 r-crq vbz po12 j n1.) fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
44 It is not so with the foules of the aire, the beasts of the field, the fishes of the sea. It is not so with the fowls of the air, the beasts of the field, the Fish of the sea. pn31 vbz xx av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
45 Only one Man was created, from whom all should proceed, that a strength of Brotherhood might be amongst all. Only one Man was created, from whom all should proceed, that a strength of Brotherhood might be among all. j crd n1 vbds vvn, p-acp ro-crq d vmd vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd vbi p-acp d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
46 And if S. Peter had been pleased, to haue pressed the word ( Brethren ) in this large sense, And if S. Peter had been pleased, to have pressed the word (Brothers) in this large sense, cc cs n1 np1 vhd vbn vvn, pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1 (n2) p-acp d j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
47 and had aduised the Iewes, euen by their common humanitie, to make their calling and election sure: and had advised the Iewes, even by their Common humanity, to make their calling and election sure: cc vhd vvn dt np2, av-j p-acp po32 j n1, pc-acp vvi po32 n-vvg cc n1 j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
48 his motiue were not to be despised. his motive were not to be despised. po31 n1 vbdr xx pc-acp vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
49 Our ( Country ) wherein we haue our being and breathing, which susteineth, feedeth, ministreth content vnto vs: Our (Country) wherein we have our being and breathing, which sustaineth, feeds, Ministereth content unto us: np1 (n1) c-crq pns12 vhb po12 vbg cc vvg, r-crq vvz, vvz, vvz j p-acp pno12: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 5
50 wherein we worship one God, obey one King: where our stocke and linage doth remaine: and where are many monuments of our ancient predecessors: wherein we worship one God, obey one King: where our stock and lineage does remain: and where Are many monuments of our ancient predecessors: c-crq pns12 vvb crd np1, vvb crd n1: c-crq po12 n1 cc n1 vdz vvi: cc q-crq vbr d n2 pp-f po12 j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 5
51 omnes in se charitates complexa est (saith the Orator) hath such strong motiues to affect vs, omnes in se charitates complexa est (Says the Orator) hath such strong motives to affect us, fw-la p-acp fw-la vvz fw-la fw-la (vvz dt n1) vhz d j n2 pc-acp vvi pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 5
52 as Vlisses is reported (in Homer ) to preferre the smoake of his country before the immortalitie of the gods. as Ulysses is reported (in Homer) to prefer the smoke of his country before the immortality of the God's. c-acp np1 vbz vvn (p-acp np1) pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 5
53 Yf then our Apostle had said in plain termes, ( Countrymen ) I exhort you, If then our Apostle had said in plain terms, (Countrymen) I exhort you, cs av po12 n1 vhd vvn p-acp j n2, (n2) pns11 vvb pn22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 5
54 euen by the name of ( Iewry ) our promised land, where you haue once pleasantly liued, even by the name of (Iewry) our promised land, where you have once pleasantly lived, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f (np1) po12 j-vvn n1, c-crq pn22 vhb a-acp av-j vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 5
55 and wherin our father Abraham and his posteritie lie buried: and wherein our father Abraham and his posterity lie buried: cc c-crq po12 n1 np1 cc po31 n1 vvb vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 5
56 by all the sweetnesse that our Country hath afforded you, I exhort you, to make your calling and election sure; by all the sweetness that our Country hath afforded you, I exhort you, to make your calling and election sure; p-acp d dt n1 cst po12 n1 vhz vvn pn22, pns11 vvb pn22, pc-acp vvi po22 n-vvg cc n1 j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 5
57 the strength of his motiue, were already much increased. the strength of his motive, were already much increased. dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vbdr av av-d vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 5
58 ( Kindred ) is yet a further and faster bonde, and so reputed both by the law of God and man; (Kindred) is yet a further and faster bond, and so reputed both by the law of God and man; (n1) vbz av dt jc cc av-jc vvn, cc av vvn d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 5
59 the very name whereof possesseth many with so gratefull delight, as that they are ready to claime it of those, who are many degrees remoued. the very name whereof Possesses many with so grateful delight, as that they Are ready to claim it of those, who Are many Degrees removed. dt j n1 c-crq vvz d p-acp av j n1, c-acp cst pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi pn31 pp-f d, r-crq vbr d n2 vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 5
60 ( Naturall Brotherhood ) goeth beyond the rest, in so much as nothing is deemed more odious, then that those who are conioyned in bloud, should be disioyned in affection. (Natural Brotherhood) Goes beyond the rest, in so much as nothing is deemed more odious, then that those who Are conjoined in blood, should be disjoined in affection. (j n1) vvz p-acp dt n1, p-acp av av-d c-acp pix vbz vvn dc j, av cst d r-crq vbr vvn p-acp n1, vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 6
61 But if the names of ( Affinitie and consanguinitie ) haue abilitie and force to plead, most of all ( Christianitie ) which bindeth men together in the straightest coniunction, hauing one God for our Father: one Church for our Mother: one Christ for our elder Brother: being all begotten by the same immortall seed, washed by the lauar of one new birth, conglutinate by the sinnowes of the same faith: nourished by the milke of the same word: hauing all the same hope of immortalitie in the world to come. The name of this ( Brotherhood ) is (saith S. Basil ) like a precious oyntment, which sweetneth by a pleasing perfume the whole Church of God, But if the names of (Affinity and consanguinity) have ability and force to plead, most of all (Christianity) which binds men together in the straightest conjunction, having one God for our Father: one Church for our Mother: one christ for our elder Brother: being all begotten by the same immortal seed, washed by the lauar of one new birth, conglutinate by the sinnowes of the same faith: nourished by the milk of the same word: having all the same hope of immortality in the world to come. The name of this (Brotherhood) is (Says S. Basil) like a precious ointment, which sweeteneth by a pleasing perfume the Whole Church of God, cc-acp cs dt n2 pp-f (n1 cc n1) vhb n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi, ds pp-f d (np1) r-crq vvz n2 av p-acp dt js n1, vhg crd np1 p-acp po12 n1: crd n1 p-acp po12 n1: crd np1 p-acp po12 n-jn n1: vbg av-d vvn p-acp dt d j n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd j n1, j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt d n1: vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d n1: vhg d dt d vvb pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi. dt n1 pp-f d (n1) vbz (vvz np1 np1) av-j dt j n1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt j-vvg n1 dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
62 and by so much is it the more forcible, by how much Grace is a stronger bonde then ( Nature. ) That of ( Nature ) representeth the similitude of bodies: but this of ( Grace ) the agreement of mindes. and by so much is it the more forcible, by how much Grace is a Stronger bond then (Nature.) That of (Nature) Representeth the similitude of bodies: but this of (Grace) the agreement of minds. cc p-acp av d vbz pn31 dt av-dc j, p-acp c-crq d vvb vbz dt jc n1 cs (n1.) cst pp-f (n1) vvz dt n1 pp-f n2: p-acp d pp-f (vvb) dt n1 pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
63 And hence it commeth that there is no passionate louer will endure more for his best Beloued, And hence it comes that there is no passionate lover will endure more for his best beloved, cc av pn31 vvz cst pc-acp vbz dx j n1 vmb vvi av-dc p-acp po31 js j-vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
64 than one true Christian brother will aduenture for another. A Louer (as they say) is tried by these three things: than one true Christian brother will adventure for Another. A Lover (as they say) is tried by these three things: cs crd j njp n1 vmb vvi p-acp j-jn. dt n1 (c-acp pns32 vvb) vbz vvn p-acp d crd n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
65 First, hee will vndergoe any labour for his loues good (so did Hercules for the loue of Omphale. ) Secondly, he will susteine hard measure offred him for her cause (so did Iacob for the loue of Rachel. ) Thirdly, hee will abide, whatsoeuer shee please to impose vpon him (so did Sampson for the loue of Dalilah. ) And such are the affections of Christians one to another. First, he will undergo any labour for his loves good (so did Hercules for the love of Omphale.) Secondly, he will sustain hard measure offered him for her cause (so did Iacob for the love of Rachel.) Thirdly, he will abide, whatsoever she please to impose upon him (so did Sampson for the love of Delilah.) And such Are the affections of Christians one to Another. ord, pns31 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp po31 ng1 j (av vdd np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.) ord, pns31 vmb vvi j n1 vvd pno31 p-acp po31 n1 (av vdd np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.) ord, pns31 vmb vvi, r-crq pns31 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 (av vdd np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.) cc d vbr dt n2 pp-f np1 crd p-acp n-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 7
66 They are content to suffer, pro fratribus, à fratribus, propter fratres; They Are content to suffer, Pro fratribus, à fratribus, propter Brothers; pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi, fw-la fw-la, fw-fr fw-la, fw-la fw-la; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 7
67 They will endure, for their good: Beare, for their sakes: put vp, at their hands. And why will they doe this, They will endure, for their good: Bear, for their sakes: put up, At their hands. And why will they do this, pns32 vmb vvi, p-acp po32 j: vvb, p-acp po32 n2: vvb a-acp, p-acp po32 n2. cc c-crq vmb pns32 vdb d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 7
68 but because they are Brethren? If then Nature be able to mooue, much more grace: but Because they Are Brothers? If then Nature be able to move, much more grace: cc-acp c-acp pns32 vbr n2? cs av n1 vbb j pc-acp vvi, av-d av-dc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 7
69 If our Country, much more our Religion: If affinitie, much more the fellowship of Gods spirit: If the name of Brother, in euery sense bee forceable, If our Country, much more our Religion: If affinity, much more the fellowship of God's Spirit: If the name of Brother, in every sense be forceable, cs po12 n1, d av-dc po12 n1: cs n1, d av-dc dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1: cs dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d n1 vbi j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 7
70 then out of doubt in a Christian signification it is exceeding strong. then out of doubt in a Christian signification it is exceeding strong. av av pp-f n1 p-acp dt njp n1 pn31 vbz av-vvg j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 7
71 Heere is then the wisdome of our Apostle S. Peter, who to perswade a matter of maine importance, is not content to expresse his affection, in a vulgar terme; he calleth vpon the Iewes, not by the name of Men, of Kinsmen, of Countrymen, &c. but as if such words had been but tokens of an estraunged minde, he tells them of their adoption which they had in Christ: calls to their mindes that inviolable knot of loue, wherewith all of them, Here is then the Wisdom of our Apostle S. Peter, who to persuade a matter of main importance, is not content to express his affection, in a Vulgar term; he calls upon the Iewes, not by the name of Men, of Kinsmen, of Countrymen, etc. but as if such words had been but tokens of an estranged mind, he tells them of their adoption which they had in christ: calls to their minds that inviolable knot of love, wherewith all of them, av vbz av dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, r-crq pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1, vbz xx j pc-acp vvi po31 n1, p-acp dt j n1; pns31 vvz p-acp dt np2, xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pp-f n2, pp-f n2, av p-acp c-acp cs d n2 vhd vbn p-acp n2 pp-f dt vvn n1, pns31 vvz pno32 pp-f po32 n1 r-crq pns32 vhd p-acp np1: vvz p-acp po32 n2 cst j n1 pp-f n1, c-crq d pp-f pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 7
72 as members (by the spirit of Loue ) were ioyned vnto Christ their head. And the rather to preuaile, he saluteth them by the name of Brethren in the sweetest (that is in the Christian ) sense. Wherefore my Brethren. as members (by the Spirit of Love) were joined unto christ their head. And the rather to prevail, he salutes them by the name of Brothers in the Sweetest (that is in the Christian) sense. Wherefore my Brothers. c-acp n2 (p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb) vbdr vvn p-acp np1 po32 n1. cc dt av-c pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt js (cst vbz p-acp dt njp) n1. c-crq po11 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 7
73 This is likewise the practise of S. Paul ( I beseech you Brethren. ) And in his Epistle to Philemon ( Brother refresh my bowels. ) This is likewise the practice of S. Paul (I beseech you Brothers.) And in his Epistle to Philemon (Brother refresh my bowels.) d vbz av dt n1 pp-f n1 np1 (pns11 vvb pn22 n2.) cc p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1 (n1 vvi po11 n2.) (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 7
74 Now these Apostles beloued (me thinks) prescribes a method vnto Ministers of a louing behauiour towards the flocke of Christ. Now these Apostles Beloved (me thinks) prescribes a method unto Ministers of a loving behaviour towards the flock of christ. av d n2 vvn (pno11 vvz) vvz dt n1 p-acp n2 pp-f dt j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
75 It is fit (I confes) sometimes to vse sharpe reprehension, to fling firebrands, to denounce iudgments: It is fit (I confess) sometime to use sharp reprehension, to fling firebrands, to denounce Judgments: pn31 vbz j (pns11 vvi) av pc-acp vvi j n1, pc-acp vvi n2, pc-acp vvi n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
76 where sinne is red and ranke ( Bonarges ) a sonne of Thunder is more requisite then ( Barnabas ) the son of consolation: yet suspendite verbera, producite vbera (saith S. Bernard ) hearers may not be commonly gauled or goared. where sin is read and rank (Bonarges) a son of Thunder is more requisite then (Barnabas) the son of consolation: yet Suspendite Verbera, producite Udders (Says S. Bernard) hearers may not be commonly Galled or gored. c-crq n1 vbz j-jn cc n1 (n2) dt n1 pp-f vvb vbz av-dc j av (np1) dt n1 pp-f n1: av j fw-fr, fw-la fw-fr (vvz np1 np1) n2 vmb xx vbi av-j j cc vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
77 It is a point of high skill to catch a soule by craft. It is a point of high skill to catch a soul by craft. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
78 NONLATINALPHABET (saith S. Paul. ) Brethren if a man be ouertaken by any sinne (restore him) or as the word importeth put him into ioint. (Says S. Paul.) Brothers if a man be overtaken by any sin (restore him) or as the word imports put him into joint. (vvz np1 np1.) n2 cs dt n1 vbi vvn p-acp d n1 (vvb pno31) cc c-acp dt n1 vvz vvn pno31 p-acp j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
79 Bones out of ioint must not be boisterouslie touched: Bones out of joint must not be boisterously touched: np1 av pp-f j vmb xx vbi av-j vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
80 That Surgion deserueth praise who lightly presseth the wound, and handleth it cleuerlie, with the tops of his fingers: That Surgeon deserves praise who lightly Presseth the wound, and handleth it cleuerlie, with the tops of his fingers: cst n1 vvz n1 r-crq av-j vvz dt n1, cc vvz pn31 vvi, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
81 not he that rudely thrusteth in his fist. not he that rudely thrusts in his fist. xx pns31 cst av-j vvz p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
82 Manna is pleasant vnto many, which cannot patiently abide the rod of Aaron: Mildnesse hath bent where seuerity could not breake: Manna is pleasant unto many, which cannot patiently abide the rod of Aaron: Mildness hath bent where severity could not break: n1 vbz j p-acp d, r-crq vmbx av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f np1: n1 vhz vvn c-crq n1 vmd xx vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
83 The horseleach by gentle sucking draweth more bloud, then the Gnat doth by her fierce biting. The horseleech by gentle sucking draws more blood, then the Gnat does by her fierce biting. dt n1 p-acp j n-vvg vvz dc n1, cs dt n1 vdz p-acp po31 j n-vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
84 He that will cleanse a glasse must not rub it too hard, least in laboring to cleanse it, he breaketh it in pieces. He that will cleanse a glass must not rub it too hard, lest in labouring to cleanse it, he breaks it in Pieces. pns31 cst vmb vvi dt n1 vmb xx vvi pn31 av av-j, cs p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi pn31, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
85 Such as seek to perswade by sharpnesse, Quos volunt correctiores faciunt plerum { que } deteriores (saith S. Austin ) they cleanse not, but breake the glasse: Such as seek to persuade by sharpness, Quos volunt correctiores faciunt plerum { que } deteriores (Says S. Austin) they cleanse not, but break the glass: d c-acp vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la (vvz np1 np1) pns32 vvb xx, cc-acp vvb dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
86 they pinche, but they draw no bloud: there actions without skill, comes oftimes to ends without profit. they pinch, but they draw no blood: there actions without skill, comes Oftimes to ends without profit. pns32 n1, cc-acp pns32 vvb dx n1: a-acp n2 p-acp n1, vvz av p-acp n2 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
87 Away then with rough and boisterous cariage: Away then with rough and boisterous carriage: av av p-acp j cc j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
88 though thou wert as good, and as great as S. Peter, yet it best beseemeth thee to support with mildnesse: to strengthen with gentlenesse: to instruct with meeknesse: though thou Wertenberg as good, and as great as S. Peter, yet it best beseems thee to support with mildness: to strengthen with gentleness: to instruct with meekness: cs pns21 vbd2r a-acp j, cc p-acp j c-acp n1 np1, av pn31 av-js vvz pno21 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1: pc-acp vvi p-acp n1: pc-acp vvi p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
89 to imitate S. Peter, who carrieth Balme in his mouth, sauoureth of the sweetest ointment: to imitate S. Peter, who Carrieth Balm in his Mouth, savoureth of the Sweetest ointment: pc-acp vvi n1 np1, r-crq vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvz pp-f dt js n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
90 and stricking out the teeth of his words (least in biting the Iewes hee might chance to grieue them) to expresse his loue, and stricking out the teeth of his words (lest in biting the Iewes he might chance to grieve them) to express his love, cc vvg av dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 (cs p-acp vvg dt np2 pns31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi pno32) p-acp vvi po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
91 and winne them to his purpose he calls them ( Brethren ) wherefore brethren (thus much of the motiue) now to the duty. and win them to his purpose he calls them (Brothers) Wherefore brothers (thus much of the motive) now to the duty. cc vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvz pno32 (n2) q-crq n2 (av d pp-f dt n1) av p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
92 Giue diligence rather to make your Calling and Election sure. Euerie dutie must be known, and done. Give diligence rather to make your Calling and Election sure. Every duty must be known, and done. vvb n1 av-c pc-acp vvi po22 vvg cc n1 j. d n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc vdn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
93 First we must know it, then doe it: First we must know it, then do it: ord pns12 vmb vvi pn31, av vdb pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 9
94 God willeth his people first to teach their children the law (there is to know it) and then to see them keep it (there is to doe it.) These two words in my Text (calling and Election) stand for instruction to informe; God wills his people First to teach their children the law (there is to know it) and then to see them keep it (there is to do it.) These two words in my Text (calling and Election) stand for instruction to inform; np1 vvz po31 n1 ord pc-acp vvi po32 n2 dt n1 (a-acp vbz pc-acp vvi pn31) cc av pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi pn31 (a-acp vbz pc-acp vdi pn31.) d crd n2 p-acp po11 n1 (n1 cc n1) vvb p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 9
95 the other serue for action to reforme. the other serve for actium to reform. dt n-jn vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 9
96 Calling hath precedency, not because it is first in Gods counsaile, but for that it hath priority in mans conceiuing. Calling hath precedency, not Because it is First in God's counsel, but for that it hath priority in men conceiving. vvg vhz n1, xx c-acp pn31 vbz ord p-acp npg1 n1, cc-acp c-acp cst pn31 vhz n1 p-acp ng1 vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 9
97 The former being (indeed) the execution of the latter. The former being (indeed) the execution of the latter. dt j vbg (av) dt n1 pp-f dt d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 9
98 And th• … order of standing in the Text, prescribes vnto vs a rule of searching: And th• … order of standing in the Text, prescribes unto us a Rule of searching: cc n1 … np1-n pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1, vvz p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f vvg: (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 9
99 first to look to our calling then to our Election. First to look to our calling then to our Election. ord pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n-vvg av p-acp po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 9
100 Calling (to begin as the Text doth guide me) is a worke of God in Christ by the Spirit, whereby we are translated from darknesse to light: from nature to grace: Calling (to begin as the Text does guide me) is a work of God in christ by the Spirit, whereby we Are translated from darkness to Light: from nature to grace: vvg (p-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 vdz vvi pno11) vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi: p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 9
101 from the kingdome of Sathan, to the Church of God. from the Kingdom of Sathan, to the Church of God. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 9
102 The absolute Lord of all creatures is God alone, and therefore hath he power, to call into his owne kingdome both when and whom he will. The absolute Lord of all creatures is God alone, and Therefore hath he power, to call into his own Kingdom both when and whom he will. dt j n1 pp-f d n2 vbz np1 j, cc av vhz pns31 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 d n1 av-d c-crq cc r-crq pns31 vmb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 9
103 It is God alone that calleth the things that are not, as though they were (as S. Paul speaketh.) And albeit those are said to be called, who any waies do answer their calling, It is God alone that calls the things that Are not, as though they were (as S. Paul speaks.) And albeit those Are said to be called, who any ways do answer their calling, pn31 vbz np1 av-j cst vvz dt n2 cst vbr xx, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr (c-acp np1 np1 vvz.) cc cs d vbr vvn pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq d n2 vdb vvi po32 n-vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 9
104 or yeeld obedience thereunto: (wherof some doe it in externall profession, some in heart, some in both) yet is calling first of all and principally directed to such as are elect. or yield Obedience thereunto: (whereof Some do it in external profession, Some in heart, Some in both) yet is calling First of all and principally directed to such as Are elect. cc vvi n1 av: (c-crq d vdb pn31 p-acp j n1, d p-acp n1, d p-acp d) av vbz vvg ord pp-f d cc av-j vvn p-acp d c-acp vbr j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 9
105 It pertaineth to others as mixed in their society. And hence ariseth a distinction of calling. It pertaineth to Others as mixed in their society. And hence arises a distinction of calling. pn31 vvz pc-acp n2-jn p-acp vvn p-acp po32 n1. cc av vvz dt n1 pp-f vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 9
106 Sometimes it is operatiue, when God worketh his will as well as reueales it. Sometime it is operative, when God works his will as well as reveals it. av pn31 vbz j-jn, c-crq np1 vvz po31 n1 c-acp av c-acp vvz pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 10
107 Sometimes only significatiue, when God opens his mind vnto men, but for iust causes best known to himselfe, spareth to work it in them. Sometime only significative, when God Opens his mind unto men, but for just Causes best known to himself, spares to work it in them. av av-j j, c-crq np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp n2, cc-acp p-acp j n2 js vvn p-acp px31, vvz pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 10
108 In the calling of God which is operatiue and effectuall, there is a double act: In the calling of God which is operative and effectual, there is a double act: p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1 r-crq vbz j-jn cc j, pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 10
109 Inuitation and admission. Inuitement is, when God offereth eternall life, outwardly by the preaching of the Gospell, Invitation and admission. Invitement is, when God Offereth Eternal life, outwardly by the preaching of the Gospel, n1 cc n1. n1 vbz, c-crq np1 vvz j n1, av-j p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 10
110 and inwardly by the inspiration of heauenly desires. Admission is, when we are actually remoued from nature to grace: and inwardly by the inspiration of heavenly Desires. Admission is, when we Are actually removed from nature to grace: cc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2. n1 vbz, c-crq pns12 vbr av-j vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 10
111 taken out of the first Adam, and by faith ingrafted into Christ the second: for hereby are we made the reall members of the kingdome of God: taken out of the First Adam, and by faith ingrafted into christ the second: for hereby Are we made the real members of the Kingdom of God: vvn av pp-f dt ord np1, cc p-acp n1 vvn p-acp np1 dt ord: c-acp av vbr pns12 vvn dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 10
112 And this is that calling which we are to make sure. And this is that calling which we Are to make sure. cc d vbz d vvg r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 10
113 Election is a decree of God, in which according to the good pleasure of his will, he hath chosen some, to euerlasting life in Christ their Sauiour. Election is a Decree of God, in which according to the good pleasure of his will, he hath chosen Some, to everlasting life in christ their Saviour. n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vhz vvn d, p-acp j n1 p-acp np1 po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
114 First (Isay) it is Gods decree: First (Saiah) it is God's Decree: ord (np1) pn31 vbz ng1 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
115 for there is nothing in the world, which commeth to passe either in the whole or in the parts, without the eternall and vnchangeable decree of God. for there is nothing in the world, which comes to pass either in the Whole or in the parts, without the Eternal and unchangeable Decree of God. c-acp pc-acp vbz pix p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi av-d p-acp dt j-jn cc p-acp dt n2, p-acp dt j cc j-u n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
116 And therefore whereas some are actually saued, others reiected, it is not for that their lucke and fortune was better, And Therefore whereas Some Are actually saved, Others rejected, it is not for that their luck and fortune was better, cc av cs d vbr av-j vvn, n2-jn vvd, pn31 vbz xx p-acp d po32 n1 cc n1 vbds jc, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
117 but because God before all worlds did purpose and ordaine the same. but Because God before all world's did purpose and ordain the same. cc-acp c-acp np1 p-acp d n2 vdd vvi cc vvi dt d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
118 Secondly, this decree is according to the good pleasure of his will, for the impulsiue cause which moued him thereunto, was not the foresight of faith and good works (for these are the fruits of Gods election) He hath chosen vs that we might be holy: but his loue: his will: his good pleasure. Secondly, this Decree is according to the good pleasure of his will, for the impulsive cause which moved him thereunto, was not the foresight of faith and good works (for these Are the fruits of God's election) He hath chosen us that we might be holy: but his love: his will: his good pleasure. ord, d n1 vbz vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt j n1 r-crq vvd pno31 av, vbds xx dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j n2 (c-acp d vbr dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1) pns31 vhz vvn pno12 d pns12 vmd vbi j: p-acp po31 n1: po31 n1: po31 j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
119 We are predestinate according to the good pleasure of God (saith S. Paul ) And where as man first chooseth, We Are predestinate according to the good pleasure of God (Says S. Paul) And where as man First chooses, pns12 vbr j vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 (vvz np1 np1) cc c-crq p-acp n1 ord vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
120 then loueth, according to that of the Poet. Primum quod amare velis, reperire labora; it is otherwise with God, who first loueth, then electeth. then loves, according to that of the Poet. Primum quod amare velis, reperire labora; it is otherwise with God, who First loves, then Electeth. av vvz, vvg p-acp d pp-f dt n1. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la; pn31 vbz av p-acp np1, r-crq ord vvz, av vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
121 He will haue mercy on whom he will haue mercie. First there is his will, then followes mercie: He will have mercy on whom he will have mercy. First there is his will, then follows mercy: pns31 vmb vhi n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb vhi n1. ord pc-acp vbz po31 n1, av vvz n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
122 Thirdly his choice is but of some to euerlasting life: Thirdly his choice is but of Some to everlasting life: ord po31 n1 vbz p-acp pp-f d p-acp j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
123 The number of the elect in the iudgement of charitie is great, euen all that are called; The number of the elect in the judgement of charity is great, even all that Are called; dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j, av-j d cst vbr vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
124 for our Apostle speaking to all the Iewes which were called, bids them make your election sure: The number of the elect in the iudgement of verity, is small; for our Apostle speaking to all the Iewes which were called, bids them make your election sure: The number of the elect in the judgement of verity, is small; p-acp po12 n1 vvg p-acp d dt np2 r-crq vbdr vvn, vvz pno32 vvi po22 n1 j: dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
125 Many are called, but few are chosen. Consider them in themselues and they are innumerable: Many Are called, but few Are chosen. Consider them in themselves and they Are innumerable: d vbr vvn, cc-acp d vbr vvn. vvb pno32 p-acp px32 cc pns32 vbr j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
126 Mundum redemit de mundo (saith S. Austin ) he hath redeemed a world out of the world: Mundum Redeemeth de mundo (Says S. Austin) he hath redeemed a world out of the world: np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la (vvz np1 np1) pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 av pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
127 consider them with others and they are but a handfull euen as gleanings after a haruest (as the Prophet speaketh.) All men are by nature the children of wrath: Consider them with Others and they Are but a handful even as gleanings After a harvest (as the Prophet speaks.) All men Are by nature the children of wrath: vvb pno32 p-acp n2-jn cc pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 av p-acp n2-vvg p-acp dt n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz.) d n2 vbr p-acp n1 dt n2 pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
128 Out of these hath God chosen some: he that taketh all cannot be said to choose. Out of these hath God chosen Some: he that Takes all cannot be said to choose. av pp-f d vhz np1 vvn d: pns31 cst vvz d vmbx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
129 And therefore sauing grace is no vniuersall respect, vnlesse we make the streame more large than the fountaine. And Therefore Saving grace is no universal respect, unless we make the stream more large than the fountain. cc av vvg n1 vbz dx j n1, cs pns12 vvb dt n1 av-dc j cs dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
130 Fourthly, his choice is in Christ our Sauiour. The foundation of Gods election is Christ Iesus alone. Fourthly, his choice is in christ our Saviour. The Foundation of God's election is christ Iesus alone. ord, po31 n1 vbz p-acp np1 po12 n1. dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbz np1 np1 av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
131 We are chosen to saluation (not for Christ) but in Christ. As he is God, we are chosen of him: We Are chosen to salvation (not for christ) but in christ. As he is God, we Are chosen of him: pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1 (xx p-acp np1) cc-acp p-acp np1. p-acp pns31 vbz np1, pns12 vbr vvn pp-f pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
132 as he is mediator we are chosen in him. And this is our election which we must make sure. as he is Mediator we Are chosen in him. And this is our election which we must make sure. c-acp pns31 vbz n1 pns12 vbr vvn p-acp pno31. cc d vbz po12 n1 r-crq pns12 vmb vvi j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
133 We know the matter of our dutie, let vs goe on to practise: And for our better proceeding, there are foure questions to be discussed. We know the matter of our duty, let us go on to practise: And for our better proceeding, there Are foure questions to be discussed. pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, vvb pno12 vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi: cc p-acp po12 jc vvg, pc-acp vbr crd n2 pc-acp vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
134 Questions 1 Why: 2 Whether: 3 What: 4 How: Questions 1 Why: 2 Whither: 3 What: 4 How: n2 crd q-crq: crd cs: crd r-crq: crd c-crq: (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 12
135 Why should we be diligent to make our Calling and Election sure? Are they not sure of themselues? Are not those who are indeed called and chosen, without faile to attaine Euerlasting life? Paul takes it for a Conclusion, that the purpose of God according to Election must remaine sure, and that the Calling of God is without repentance: Why should we be diligent to make our Calling and Election sure? are they not sure of themselves? are not those who Are indeed called and chosen, without fail to attain Everlasting life? Paul Takes it for a Conclusion, that the purpose of God according to Election must remain sure, and that the Calling of God is without Repentance: c-crq vmd pns12 vbi j pc-acp vvi po12 vvg cc n1 j? vbr pns32 xx j pp-f px32? vbr xx d r-crq vbr av vvn cc vvn, p-acp vvi pc-acp vvi j n1? np1 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp n1 vmb vvi j, cc d dt vvg pp-f np1 vbz p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 12
136 I am (saith God) not will be. For Nouitas initium testificatur, I am; I am (Says God) not will be. For Nouitas Initium testificatur, I am; pns11 vbm (vvz np1) xx vmb vbi. p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la, pns11 vbm; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 12
137 not hath beene; for Vetustas finem comminatur (as Tertullian speaketh) I am: neither will be: not hath been; for Vetustas finem comminatur (as Tertullian speaks) I am: neither will be: xx vhz vbn; p-acp npg1 fw-la fw-la (c-acp np1 vvz) pns11 vbm: dx vmb vbi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 12
138 nor hath beene, but (as S. Austin sayth) Aeterna veritas & vera aternitas, an eternall truth and a true eternity. nor hath been, but (as S. Austin say) Aeterna veritas & vera aternitas, an Eternal truth and a true eternity. ccx vhz vbn, p-acp (c-acp np1 np1 vvz) fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la, dt j n1 cc dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 12
139 Now as the Nature of God is immutable, so are his wils and counsels. The strength of Israel is not as Man that hee should repent: Now as the Nature of God is immutable, so Are his wills and Counsels. The strength of Israel is not as Man that he should Repent: av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j, av vbr po31 n2 cc n2. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx p-acp n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 12
140 hee altreth not by Consent, and who hath resisted his will (sayth S. Paul. ) Hee changeth not by Constraint, why should wee then make our Calling and Election sure? Calling and Election haue a double consideration: as they are in God, he altereth not by Consent, and who hath resisted his will (say S. Paul.) He changes not by Constraint, why should we then make our Calling and Election sure? Calling and Election have a double consideration: as they Are in God, pns31 vvz xx p-acp vvb, cc r-crq vhz vvn po31 n1 (vvz np1 np1.) pns31 vvz xx p-acp n1, q-crq vmd pns12 av vvb po12 vvg cc n1 j? vvg cc n1 vhb dt j-jn n1: c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 12
141 as they are in Man. In God, they are sure; In Man; they must be made sure. as they Are in Man. In God, they Are sure; In Man; they must be made sure. c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp np1, pns32 vbr j; p-acp n1; pns32 vmb vbi vvn j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 12
142 I know my Sheepe (sayth Christ) there is Calling and Election in respect of God. I know my Sheep (say christ) there is Calling and Election in respect of God. pns11 vvb po11 n1 (vvz np1) pc-acp vbz vvg cc n1 p-acp n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 12
143 Thus are they sure (And I am knowen of mine ) Heere is Calling and Election in respect of Man, thus are they made sure. They must then be made sure, not in Gods counsell, but in mans conscience. Thus Are they sure (And I am known of mine) Here is Calling and Election in respect of Man, thus Are they made sure. They must then be made sure, not in God's counsel, but in men conscience. av vbr pns32 j (cc pns11 vbm vvn pp-f po11) av vbz vvg cc n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, av vbr pns32 vvd av-j. pns32 vmb av vbi vvn j, xx p-acp npg1 vvi, p-acp p-acp ng1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 12
144 But can this assuranre be made? The indisposition of our Nature is such, our hidden and and secret sins so many: But can this assuranre be made? The indisposition of our Nature is such, our hidden and and secret Sins so many: cc-acp vmb d vvn vbb vvn? dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz d, po12 j-vvn cc cc j-jn n2 av av-d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 13
145 as a man would thinke, there should euer remaine a scruple in the Soule. Yet it is confessed at all hands: ( The Church of Rome denieth it not) but that assurance may be made. as a man would think, there should ever remain a scruple in the Soul. Yet it is confessed At all hands: (The Church of Rome Denieth it not) but that assurance may be made. c-acp dt n1 vmd vvi, pc-acp vmd av vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1. av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d n2: (dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pn31 xx) p-acp d n1 vmb vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 13
146 It were in vaine for S. Peter to exhort vs to giue diligence to make them sure, if they could not be assured. Proue your selue, (sayth S. Paul ) whether you bee in the faith or not. It were in vain for S. Peter to exhort us to give diligence to make them sure, if they could not be assured. Prove your self, (say S. Paul) whither you be in the faith or not. pn31 vbdr p-acp j c-acp n1 np1 pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp vvb pno32 j, cs pns32 vmd xx vbi vvn. vvb po22 n1, (vvz np1 np1) cs pn22 vbb p-acp dt n1 cc xx. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 13
147 Hee takes it for granted, that hee that hath faith, may know he hath it: He Takes it for granted, that he that hath faith, may know he hath it: pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp vvn, cst pns31 cst vhz n1, vmb vvi pns31 vhz pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 13
148 and therefore by consequent, that he may be assured of his Calling and Election: because a sauing faith is an vndoubted marke of both. and Therefore by consequent, that he may be assured of his Calling and Election: Because a Saving faith is an undoubted mark of both. cc av p-acp j, cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f po31 vvg cc n1: p-acp dt vvg n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 13
149 Reioyce (sayth Christ) to his Disciples, that your names are written in heauen. To reioice in things vnknown: we cannor: Rejoice (say christ) to his Disciples, that your names Are written in heaven. To rejoice in things unknown: we cannor: vvb (vvz np1) p-acp po31 n2, cst po22 n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1. pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 j: pns12 vmb: (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 13
150 to ioy our selues in things vncertaine, is but an induction of griefe: to joy our selves in things uncertain, is but an induction of grief: pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n2 j, vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 13
151 Doubtfull presumptions, proue certaine confusions. We may assure our selues then, that they may be assured. Doubtful presumptions, prove certain confusions. We may assure our selves then, that they may be assured. j n2, vvb j n2. pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 av, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 13
152 I but what kind of Assurance are we to seeke after? heere stands the diffe•ence betwixt Rome and vs, I but what kind of Assurance Are we to seek After? Here Stands the diffe•ence betwixt Room and us, pns11 p-acp q-crq n1 pp-f n1 vbr pns12 pc-acp vvi a-acp? av vvz dt av p-acp vvb cc pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 13
153 for howsoeuer we cannot looke for such a one (but that which sometimes may bee ioyned with doubting) especially when temptations shall lay hold vpon vs: for howsoever we cannot look for such a one (but that which sometime may be joined with doubting) especially when temptations shall lay hold upon us: c-acp c-acp pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp d dt pi (p-acp cst r-crq av vmb vbi vvn p-acp vvg) av-j c-crq n2 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno12: (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 13
154 yet (say they) it is to be had by extraordinary Reuelation: we, by ordinary meanes. yet (say they) it is to be had by extraordinary Revelation: we, by ordinary means. av (vvb pns32) pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp j n1: pns12, p-acp j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 13
155 They say: that it can be but probable. We, that it may be infallible. They say: that it can be but probable. We, that it may be infallible. pns32 vvb: cst pn31 vmb vbi p-acp j. pns12, cst pn31 vmb vbi j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 13
156 Theirs commeth from hope: which maketh but Goniecture. Ours from faith: which giueth a Certainty. They maintaine certitude in respect of obiect onely that is of the thing beleeued: Theirs comes from hope: which makes but Goniecture. Ours from faith: which gives a Certainty. They maintain certitude in respect of Object only that is of the thing believed: png32 vvz p-acp vvb: r-crq vvz p-acp vvb. png12 p-acp n1: r-crq vvz dt n1. pns32 vvb n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 av-j cst vbz pp-f dt n1 vvd: (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 13
157 We, in respect of Subiect also: that is of the party beleeuing. We, in respect of Subject also: that is of the party believing. pns12, p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn av: cst vbz pp-f dt n1 vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 13
158 The one arising out of the Immutability of that, which cannot be otherwise then it is, the other from the meanes, wherby it is perswaded vnto vs. They find it in some cōfortable feelings which are oftimes deceiptfull: We, hold it by way of pledge, The one arising out of the Immutability of that, which cannot be otherwise then it is, the other from the means, whereby it is persuaded unto us They find it in Some comfortable feelings which Are Oftimes deceitful: We, hold it by Way of pledge, dt crd vvg av pp-f dt n1 pp-f d, r-crq vmbx vbi av av pn31 vbz, dt j-jn p-acp dt n2, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 pns32 vvi pn31 p-acp d j n2 r-crq vbr av j: pns12, vvb pn31 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 14
159 & as an ernest in a bargain, which putteth all out of question. & as an earnest in a bargain, which putteth all out of question. cc p-acp dt j p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz d av pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 14
160 They tell this vs, is arrogācy: we with S. Austin say this is faith: they, pride We, deuotion. And albeit this assurance be in some more euident, in some more obscure: (according to the measure of the receit of that which giueth testimony) yet are the sonnes of God sealed with au Eternall and inuiolable Character: in the beholding whereof they haue an assurance of life. They tell this us, is arrogance: we with S. Austin say this is faith: they, pride We, devotion. And albeit this assurance be in Some more evident, in Some more Obscure: (according to the measure of the receipt of that which gives testimony) yet Are the Sons of God sealed with au Eternal and inviolable Character: in the beholding whereof they have an assurance of life. pns32 vvb d pno12, vbz n1: pns12 p-acp n1 np1 vvb d vbz n1: pns32, n1 pns12, n1. cc cs d n1 vbi p-acp d dc j, p-acp d dc j: (vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vvz n1) av vbr dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp fw-fr j cc j n1: p-acp dt vvg c-crq pns32 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 14
161 Wee know (saith S. Iohn ) that he abideth in vs: we know (Says S. John) that he Abideth in us: pns12 vvb (vvz np1 np1) cst pns31 vvz p-acp pno12: (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 14
162 wee know that we are of the truth. We know that when hee shall appeare, we shall be like vnto him. we know that we Are of the truth. We know that when he shall appear, we shall be like unto him. pns12 vvb cst pns12 vbr pp-f dt n1. pns12 vvb cst c-crq pns31 vmb vvi, pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 14
163 We know that we are of God. We know that we Are of God. pns12 vvb cst pns12 vbr pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 14
164 Heere is then no morall supposition, no variable conceipt of Man, which begets anxi•ty, and perplexity of minde. But (Scientia) a knowledge which giueth an entrance vnto the Thrane of Grace with boldnesse. Here is then no moral supposition, no variable conceit of Man, which begets anxi•ty, and perplexity of mind. But (Scientia) a knowledge which gives an Entrance unto the Thrane of Grace with boldness. av vbz av dx j n1, dx j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz j, cc n1 pp-f n1. p-acp (fw-la) dt n1 r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp dt np1 pp-f vvb p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 14
165 Now our last Question and greatest, is how this our assurance may be obtained? The generality of the meanes (saith my Text ) is Diligence (Giue rather diligence) we must not stand all the day idle in the market. Now our last Question and greatest, is how this our assurance may be obtained? The generality of the means (Says my Text) is Diligence (Give rather diligence) we must not stand all the day idle in the market. av po12 ord n1 cc js, vbz c-crq d po12 n1 vmb vbi vvn? dt n1 pp-f dt n2 (vvz po11 n1) vbz n1 (vvb av-c n1) pns12 vmb xx vvi d dt n1 j p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 14
166 An put as dormitanti tibi Confecturos Deos? Doth any man thinke it shall be thrust into his pocket? There belongs more vnto it, then hold and haue it. an put as dormitanti tibi Confecturos Gods? Does any man think it shall be thrust into his pocket? There belongs more unto it, then hold and have it. dt vvn p-acp fw-la fw-la n2 fw-la? vdz d n1 vvb pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1? pc-acp vvz av-dc p-acp pn31, av vvb cc vhb pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 14
167 The Kingdome of heauen comes not by obseruation. The Kingdom of heaven comes not by observation. dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz xx p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 14
168 (Diligence) that industrious workemaister must build our assurance •or iustum est (saith Gregorie ) vt illi consequantur stipendium, qui suum commodare reperiuntur obsequium. (Diligence) that Industria Workmaster must built our assurance •or iustum est (Says Gregory) vt illi consequantur stipendium, qui suum commodare reperiuntur obsequium. (n1) d j n1 vmb vvi po12 n1 j fw-la fw-la (vvz np1) fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 14
169 The Labourer is worthy of his hire. The Labourer is worthy of his hire. dt n1 vbz j pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 14
170 And as (Diligence) our carefull endeauour is the meanes in generall, so in particular must we carry this Item with vs, that in our first setting out we mount not too high. And as (Diligence) our careful endeavour is the means in general, so in particular must we carry this Item with us, that in our First setting out we mount not too high. cc c-acp (n1) po12 j n1 vbz dt n2 p-acp n1, av p-acp j vmb pns12 vvi d n1 p-acp pno12, cst p-acp po12 ord vvg av pns12 vvb xx av j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 15
171 Qui nescit viam ad Mare, Amnem sibi queras Comitem: Qui nescit viam ad Mare, Amnem sibi queras Comitem: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n2 fw-la: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 15
172 (saith the Poet.) The surest way to finde out the Sea, is to be guided by a Riuer. (Says the Poet.) The Surest Way to find out the Sea, is to be guided by a River. (vvz dt n1.) dt js n1 pc-acp vvi av dt n1, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 15
173 The beginning of our search must be in our selues: The beginning of our search must be in our selves: dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vmb vbi p-acp po12 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 15
174 and so must we goe vp (as by Iacobs ladder ) to the counsell of our God. and so must we go up (as by Iacobs ladder) to the counsel of our God. cc av vmb pns12 vvi a-acp (c-acp p-acp npg1 n1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 15
175 For in our selues hath God set signes and testimonies of our Calling & Election, which will not deceiue vs. Heere therefore is our Diligence: our trauaile, our labour to be bestowed. For in our selves hath God Set Signs and testimonies of our Calling & Election, which will not deceive us Here Therefore is our Diligence: our travail, our labour to be bestowed. p-acp p-acp po12 n2 vhz np1 vvn n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 vvg cc n1, r-crq vmb xx vvi pno12 av av vbz po12 n1: po12 n1, po12 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 15
176 The tokens or testimonies which God hath giuen vs are three: two within vs: The tokens or testimonies which God hath given us Are three: two within us: dt n2 cc n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12 vbr crd: crd p-acp pno12: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 15
177 One without vs. Within vs, wee haue first a testimonie of Gods Spirit. (Then) another of our owne. One without us Within us, we have First a testimony of God's Spirit. (Then) Another of our own. pi p-acp pno12 p-acp pno12, pns12 vhb ord dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (av) j-jn pp-f po12 d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 15
178 The Spirit of God saith S. Paul beareth witnesse, together ther with our Spirits, that we are the sonnes of God. Without vs: The Spirit of God Says S. Paul bears witness, together there with our Spirits, that we Are the Sons of God. Without us: dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz n1 np1 vvz n1, av a-acp p-acp po12 n2, cst pns12 vbr dt n2 pp-f np1. p-acp pno12: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 15
179 is our new obedience. Make your Election sure: NONLATINALPHABET by good workes: so it is in the vulgar transtations. is our new Obedience. Make your Election sure: by good works: so it is in the Vulgar transtations. vbz po12 j n1. vvb po22 n1 j: p-acp j n2: av pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 15
180 And as this well agreeth with the scope of the Text, so doth Master Beza confesse, that hee sawe two Greeke mannscripts, wherein these words NONLATINALPHABET were expressed. One witnesse (sayth Baldus ) is no witnesse vni testi, ne Catoni quidem credendum est (sayth S. Hierome. In the mouth of two or three witnesses shall euery truth stand. And as this well agreeth with the scope of the Text, so does Master Beza confess, that he saw two Greek mannscripts, wherein these words were expressed. One witness (say Baldus) is no witness vni testi, ne Catoni quidem credendum est (say S. Jerome. In the Mouth of two or three Witnesses shall every truth stand. cc c-acp d av vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av vdz n1 np1 vvb, cst pns31 vvd crd jp n2, c-crq d n2 vbdr vvn. crd n1 (vvz np1) vbz dx n1 fw-la fw-la, ccx np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la (vvz np1 np1. p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd cc crd n2 vmb d n1 vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 15
181 God therefore hath prouided for vs a threefolde ▪ that is a perfect euidence. For as the number of three is compleate, which is contained in a beginning: God Therefore hath provided for us a threefold ▪ that is a perfect evidence. For as the number of three is complete, which is contained in a beginning: np1 av vhz vvn p-acp pno12 dt j ▪ d vbz dt j n1. p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd vbz j, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 15
182 in a middle in an ending. So is this euidence funiculus triplex, a perfect testimonie. Begunne by Gods Spiritte Seconded with our owne: and ended with good workes. in a middle in an ending. So is this evidence funiculus triplex, a perfect testimony. Begun by God's Spirit Seconded with our own: and ended with good works. p-acp dt n-jn p-acp dt n-vvg. np1 vbz d n1 fw-la fw-la, dt j n1. vvn p-acp ng1 n1 vvd p-acp po12 d: cc vvd p-acp j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 15
183 Our first euidence in Gods spirit. Et vbi Spiritus testatur, ambiguitas non relinquitur (saith Chrisostome ) in his fourteenth Homely vpon the Romans. And this testimonie of the Spirit is without exception; Our First evidence in God's Spirit. Et vbi Spiritus testatur, ambiguitas non relinquitur (Says Chrysostom) in his fourteenth Homely upon the Romans. And this testimony of the Spirit is without exception; po12 ord n1 p-acp npg1 n1. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr fw-la (vvz np1) p-acp po31 ord j p-acp dt np1. cc d n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
184 neither Deceiuing: nor deceiued: not deceiung: for it is the Spirit of truth Not deceiued: for it searcheth all things euen the deepe things of God. neither Deceiving: nor deceived: not deceiung: for it is the Spirit of truth Not deceived: for it Searches all things even the deep things of God. dx vvg: ccx vvn: xx j-vvg: p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 xx vvn: p-acp pn31 vvz d n2 av-j dt j-jn n2 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
185 If an Angel should come from heauen vnto vs as he did to Marie, and tell vs in the name of God, that we were called & elected; would we stand in doubt Rather would we not esteeme him a Messenger of most ioyfull tidings? But so much the more certaine is the testimony of Gods Spirit, by how much hee is more acquainted with the minde of God then an Angel is; and can lesse deceiue. If an Angel should come from heaven unto us as he did to Marry, and tell us in the name of God, that we were called & elected; would we stand in doubt Rather would we not esteem him a Messenger of most joyful tidings? But so much the more certain is the testimony of God's Spirit, by how much he is more acquainted with the mind of God then an Angel is; and can less deceive. cs dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno12 c-acp pns31 vdd p-acp uh, cc vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns12 vbdr vvn cc vvn; vmd pns12 vvi p-acp n1 av-c vmd pns12 xx vvi pno31 dt n1 pp-f ds j n2? p-acp av av-d dt av-dc j vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, p-acp c-crq d pns31 vbz av-dc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av dt n1 vbz; cc vmb av-dc vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
186 Yet howsoeuer (as Paul witnesseth) the Spirit speaketh euidentlie such for all that is our naturall presumption, as many dreame they are Rich, when in truth they are but poore: Yet howsoever (as Paul Witnesseth) the Spirit speaks evidently such for all that is our natural presumption, as many dream they Are Rich, when in truth they Are but poor: av c-acp (c-acp np1 vvz) dt n1 vvz av-j d c-acp d cst vbz po12 j n1, p-acp d n1 pns32 vbr j, c-crq p-acp n1 pns32 vbr p-acp j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
187 boast of the Spirit, and are well perswaded of their Calling and • … ection when they are nothing lesse. boast of the Spirit, and Are well persuaded of their Calling and • … ection when they Are nothing less. n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vbr av vvn pp-f po32 vvg cc • … n1 c-crq pns32 vbr pix av-dc. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
188 Yea dye in a gr• … t conceipt of saluation, and yet are damned. Yea die in a gr• … tO conceit of salvation, and yet Are damned. uh vvb p-acp dt n1 … sy n1 pp-f n1, cc av vbr vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
189 A g• … e the sleights of the Diuell, are strong illusions ▪ He foisteth in many times another testimony than euer God gaue vnto vs: A g• … e the sleights of the devil, Are strong illusions ▪ He foisteth in many times Another testimony than ever God gave unto us: dt n1 … sy dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vbr j n2 ▪ pns31 vvz p-acp d n2 j-jn n1 cs av np1 vvd p-acp pno12: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
190 especially working vpon the weake heart of man, which being full of selfe loue, is easily perswaded of any good to it selfe. Two things then for our better security must be obserued: especially working upon the weak heart of man, which being full of self love, is Easily persuaded of any good to it self. Two things then for our better security must be observed: av-j vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbg j pp-f n1 n1, vbz av-j vvn pp-f d j p-acp pn31 n1. crd n2 av p-acp po12 jc n1 vmb vbi vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
191 First how the testimony of the spirit is framed in vs: Secondly how it may be discerned by vs. It is not framed by extraordinary infusion; First how the testimony of the Spirit is framed in us: Secondly how it may be discerned by us It is not framed by extraordinary infusion; ord c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12: ord c-crq pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12 pn31 vbz xx vvn p-acp j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
192 or by Enthusiasme that is ordinary reuelation without the word. It is no suddaine act in the soule, or hasty conclusion, without discourse; or by Enthusiasm that is ordinary Revelation without the word. It is no sudden act in the soul, or hasty conclusion, without discourse; cc p-acp n1 cst vbz j n1 p-acp dt n1. pn31 vbz dx j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc j n1, p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 17
193 but made by application of the promise of the Gospell, in the forme of a practique silogisme. The proposition whereof is this: but made by application of the promise of the Gospel, in the Form of a practic Syllogism. The proposition whereof is this: cc-acp vvd p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. dt n1 c-crq vbz d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 17
194 whosoeuer beleeueth in Christ, is called: is chosen to euerlasting life. whosoever Believeth in christ, is called: is chosen to everlasting life. r-crq vvz p-acp np1, vbz vvn: vbz vvn p-acp j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 17
195 This is the word of promise, which is opened and applied to the heart, by the Ministers of the Gospell, set apart for that purpose. This is the word of promise, which is opened and applied to the heart, by the Ministers of the Gospel, Set apart for that purpose. d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvd av p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 17
196 Now whilest a hearer of this word, giues himselfe to meditate and consider of the same, comes the spirit of God, Now whilst a hearer of this word, gives himself to meditate and Consider of the same, comes the Spirit of God, av cs dt n1 pp-f d n1, vvz px31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pp-f dt d, vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 17
197 and enlightens his eies, and opens his heart, and giues him a double power: One is, a will to beleeue: and enlightens his eyes, and Opens his heart, and gives him a double power: One is, a will to believe: cc vvz po31 n2, cc vvz po31 n1, cc vvz pno31 dt j-jn n1: pi vbz, dt n1 pc-acp vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 17
198 and the other to beleeue indeed: and the other to believe indeed: cc dt n-jn pc-acp vvi av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 17
199 and that in such a sort, as a man with freedom of spirit, shall be able to make the assumption, and say: But I beleeue in Christ: and that in such a sort, as a man with freedom of Spirit, shall be able to make the Assump, and say: But I believe in christ: cc cst p-acp d dt n1, c-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvi: cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 17
200 I trust not to my selfe, all my ioy and comfort is in him. I trust not to my self, all my joy and Comfort is in him. pns11 vvb xx p-acp po11 n1, d po11 n1 cc n1 vbz p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 17
201 And hence ariseth the blessed conclusion, which is the testimony of the spirit, Therfore am I the child of God, called and elected vnto euerlasting life. And hence arises the blessed conclusion, which is the testimony of the Spirit, Therefore am I the child of God, called and elected unto everlasting life. cc av vvz dt j-vvn n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av vbm pns11 dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn cc vvn p-acp j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 17
202 This is the frame of it. This is the frame of it. d vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 17
203 Now as the operation of an Angell of God, may be discerned from the Spirit of God by the working: Now as the operation of an Angel of God, may be discerned from the Spirit of God by the working: av c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j-vvg: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 17
204 for (as S. Bernard speaketh) Angelus suggerit, spiritus ingerit. So the way to discerne the Spirit of God from naturall presumption, or sathanicall illusion; is by effects. for (as S. Bernard speaks) Angelus suggerit, spiritus ingerit. So the Way to discern the Spirit of God from natural presumption, or satanical illusion; is by effects. c-acp (c-acp n1 np1 vvz) np1 n1, fw-la fw-la. av dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j n1, cc j n1; vbz p-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 17
205 Ex fructibus cognoscetis (saith our Sauiour) ye shall know it by the fruits. The fruits to discouer it are especially two: Ex fructibus You will know (Says our Saviour) you shall know it by the fruits. The fruits to discover it Are especially two: fw-la fw-la fw-la (vvz po12 n1) pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2. dt n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 vbr av-j crd: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 17
206 Couched together by S. Paul in one peece of a verse: It makes vs crie ( Ahba ) that is Father. Couched together by S. Paul in one piece of a verse: It makes us cry (Ahba) that is Father. vvn av p-acp n1 np1 p-acp crd n1 pp-f dt n1: pn31 vvz pno12 vvi (np1) cst vbz n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 17
207 The first fruit is to crie: to pray earnestly, out of a touched heart with asence and feeling of sinne. The First fruit is to cry: to pray earnestly, out of a touched heart with asence and feeling of sin. dt ord n1 vbz pc-acp vvi: pc-acp vvi av-j, av pp-f dt vvn n1 p-acp n1 cc n-vvg pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 17
208 We are not able to pray of our selues (saith the Apostle) It is the spirit that helpeth our infirmities, that maketh intercession for vs with sighes and grones which cannot be vttered. We Are not able to pray of our selves (Says the Apostle) It is the Spirit that Helpeth our infirmities, that makes Intercession for us with sighs and groans which cannot be uttered. pns12 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi pp-f po12 n2 (vvz dt n1) pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz po12 n2, cst vv2 n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp n2 cc n2 r-crq vmbx vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 18
209 Hence it is called by Zacharie the spirit of praier. Hence it is called by Zacharias the Spirit of prayer. av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 18
210 And as a foole is knowne by much laughter, so is the child of God by frequent praier. And as a fool is known by much laughter, so is the child of God by frequent prayer. cc p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1, av vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 18
211 A wicked man may be partaker of the preaching of the word, may come to the Sacraments, may acknowledge the truth of the Gospell: A wicked man may be partaker of the preaching of the word, may come to the Sacraments, may acknowledge the truth of the Gospel: dt j n1 vmb vbi n1 pp-f dt vvg pp-f dt n1, vmb vvi p-acp dt n2, vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 18
212 may professe it with Iudas: may defend it with Iulian: may haue some feeling of his sinnes, some terrour of conscience for them: may profess it with Iudas: may defend it with Iulian: may have Some feeling of his Sins, Some terror of conscience for them: vmb vvi pn31 p-acp np1: vmb vvi pn31 p-acp np1: vmb vhi d n-vvg pp-f po31 n2, d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 18
213 may desire Gods children to pray for him; (as Pharaoh did Moses ) as Simon Magus did Simon Peter ) but pray himselfe he cannot: may desire God's children to pray for him; (as Pharaoh did Moses) as Simon Magus did Simon Peter) but pray himself he cannot: vmb vvi npg1 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; (c-acp np1 vdd np1) c-acp np1 np1 vdd np1 np1) cc-acp vvb px31 pns31 vmbx: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 18
214 vnlesse we will account the mumbling ouer of mattins for fashion sake to be a praying, which a parrot may be taught to doe. unless we will account the mumbling over of matins for fashion sake to be a praying, which a parrot may be taught to do. cs pns12 vmb vvi dt j-vvg a-acp pp-f ng1 p-acp n1 n1 pc-acp vbi dt vvg, r-crq dt n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vdi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 18
215 Wherefore to crie vnto God, out of an humbled heart for sinne, with a confidence to be heard, is a principall note of the Spirit of adoption. Wherefore to cry unto God, out of an humbled heart for sin, with a confidence to be herd, is a principal note of the Spirit of adoption. c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, av pp-f dt j-vvn n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 18
216 The second fruit, is a childlike affection to his God ( Abba ) a most louing father: The second fruit, is a childlike affection to his God (Abba) a most loving father: dt ord n1, vbz dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1 (np1) dt av-ds j-vvg n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 18
217 which permits not a man vpon euery occasion to fall into sinne straightwaies, without mislike or stay: which permits not a man upon every occasion to fallen into sin straightways, without mislike or stay: r-crq vvz xx dt n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 av, p-acp n1 cc vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 18
218 but it moues him to make a conscience of euerie euill way: to stand in feare of the Maiesty of God, wheresoeuer he is. but it moves him to make a conscience of every evil Way: to stand in Fear of the Majesty of God, wheresoever he is. cc-acp pn31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n1: pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vbz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 18
219 In feare (I say) not least he perish, but least he displease: In Fear (I say) not lest he perish, but lest he displease: p-acp n1 (pns11 vvb) xx cs pns31 vvb, cc-acp cs pns31 vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 18
220 not ingendred by the terror of hell, and is a feare, lest God should punish him: not engendered by the terror of hell, and is a Fear, lest God should Punish him: xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vbz dt n1, cs np1 vmd vvi pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 18
221 but which commeth from the promises of heauen, and is a feare, least his father should forsake him. but which comes from the promises of heaven, and is a Fear, lest his father should forsake him. cc-acp r-crq vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vbz dt n1, cs po31 n1 vmd vvi pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 18
222 A filiall feare, cum dilectione, cum delectatione (saith S. Austin ) ioyned with a loue and delight. A filial Fear, cum dilectione, cum delectatione (Says S. Austin) joined with a love and delight. dt j n1, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la (vvz np1 np1) vvd p-acp dt n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 18
223 And he that thus crieth, that is thus affected to God as to his father: And he that thus cries, that is thus affected to God as to his father: cc pns31 cst av vvz, cst vbz av vvn p-acp np1 c-acp p-acp po31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 18
224 This crying, this affection, is neither the conceipt of the flesh, nor the deceipt of the diuell, This crying, this affection, is neither the conceit of the Flesh, nor the deceit of the Devil, d vvg, d n1, vbz d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, ccx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 19
225 but the testimony of Gods spirit within him, that giues assurance of saluation. but the testimony of God's Spirit within him, that gives assurance of salvation. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno31, cst vvz n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 19
226 The second euidence is the testimony of our own hearts, purified and sanctified in the bloud of Christ. The second evidence is the testimony of our own hearts, purified and sanctified in the blood of christ. dt ord n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 d n2, vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 19
227 And as that of Gods spirit must goe before, so this of our owne, must follow after: And as that of God's Spirit must go before, so this of our own, must follow After: cc c-acp d pp-f npg1 n1 vmb vvi a-acp, av d pp-f po12 d, vmb vvi a-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 19
228 for what boldnesse (saith S. Paul ) can we haue with God if our hearts condemne vs? Now the heart testifieth by speciall graces imprinted in the soule or spirit of a man. for what boldness (Says S. Paul) can we have with God if our hearts condemn us? Now the heart Testifieth by special graces imprinted in the soul or Spirit of a man. c-acp r-crq n1 (vvz np1 np1) vmb pns12 vhi p-acp np1 cs po12 n2 vvb pno12? av dt n1 vvz p-acp j n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 19
229 Which haue a double reference, 1. To our sinnes. 2. To the mercies of God in Christ. Which have a double Referente, 1. To our Sins. 2. To the Mercies of God in christ. q-crq vhb dt j-jn n1, crd p-acp po12 n2. crd p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 19
230 To our sinnes, either 1. Past. 2. Present, 3. To come. To our Sins, either 1. Past. 2. Present, 3. To come. p-acp po12 n2, d crd j. crd j, crd p-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 19
231 The grace, which concerneth sinnes past, is a godly sorrow for them, occasioned indeed by sinne, The grace, which concerns Sins past, is a godly sorrow for them, occasioned indeed by sin, dt n1, r-crq vvz n2 j, vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno32, vvn av p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 19
232 but springing properly from the apprehension of the fauour of our God vnto vs. This begetteth a carefulnesse in vs, to amend our liues: but springing properly from the apprehension of the favour of our God unto us This begetteth a carefulness in us, to amend our lives: cc-acp vvg av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp pno12 d vvz dt n1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi po12 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 19
233 teacheth vs by confession and supplication to cleere our offenees: Compelleth vs to be angry with our selues, for our sinnes committed: Teaches us by Confessi and supplication to clear our offenees: Compelleth us to be angry with our selves, for our Sins committed: vvz pno12 p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2: vvz pno12 pc-acp vbi j p-acp po12 n2, p-acp po12 n2 vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 19
234 to feare, least we fal into the same againe: to desire strength and assistance against them: to Fear, lest we fall into the same again: to desire strength and assistance against them: pc-acp vvi, cs pns12 vvi p-acp dt d av: pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 19
235 to be zealous of good duties: and to subdue our bodies by reuenging our sinnes vpon our selues. to be zealous of good duties: and to subdue our bodies by revenging our Sins upon our selves. pc-acp vbi j pp-f j n2: cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp j-vvg po12 n2 p-acp po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 19
236 For your godly sorrow (saith S. Paul ) see what care it hath wrought in you? yea what clearing? yea what indignation? yea what feare? yea what vehement desire? yea what zeale? yea what reuenge? These are the fruits of a sauing sorrow. For your godly sorrow (Says S. Paul) see what care it hath wrought in you? yea what clearing? yea what Indignation? yea what Fear? yea what vehement desire? yea what zeal? yea what revenge? These Are the fruits of a Saving sorrow. p-acp po22 j n1 (vvz n1 np1) vvb r-crq n1 pn31 vhz vvn p-acp pn22? uh q-crq n-vvg? uh q-crq n1? uh q-crq n1? uh q-crq j n1? uh q-crq n1? uh q-crq n1? d vbr dt n2 pp-f dt vvg n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 20
237 And he who feeleth them for his sinnes past, hath a testimony of his owne spirit of his calling and election. And he who feeleth them for his Sins past, hath a testimony of his own Spirit of his calling and election. cc pns31 r-crq vvz pno32 p-acp po31 n2 j, vhz dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 20
238 And as a man must be a mourner for his sinnes which are past, so must he play the souldier in respect of sinnes present. And as a man must be a mourner for his Sins which Are past, so must he play the soldier in respect of Sins present. cc p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 r-crq vbr j, av vmb pns31 vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n2 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 20
239 The next grace then in the heart, which regardeth present corruption, is to combat with it. The next grace then in the heart, which Regardeth present corruption, is to combat with it. dt ord n1 av p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz j n1, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 20
240 Plato was of the mind that in euery man there were two soules, but Paul tells vs, that in euery man there are two men: Plato was of the mind that in every man there were two Souls, but Paul tells us, that in every man there Are two men: np1 vbds pp-f dt n1 cst p-acp d n1 a-acp vbdr crd n2, cc-acp np1 vvz pno12, cst p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbr crd n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 20
241 so ioined together, that the one cannot be without the other, so seuered asunder, that the death of the one is the life of the other. so joined together, that the one cannot be without the other, so severed asunder, that the death of the one is the life of the other. av vvd av, cst dt pi vmbx vbi p-acp dt n-jn, av vvn av, cst dt n1 pp-f dt pi vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 20
242 These (two) one man is as ancient as the world it selfe, the one, deriuing his originall from the earth, the other from heauen. These (two) one man is as ancient as the world it self, the one, deriving his original from the earth, the other from heaven. np1 (crd) crd n1 vbz a-acp j c-acp dt n1 pn31 n1, dt pi, vvg po31 j-jn p-acp dt n1, dt j-jn p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 20
243 But as Pharaohs two dreames were but one famine, so these two Men, were but one Adam. The Lord framed Man of the dust of the earth, there was one man. But as Pharaohs two dreams were but one famine, so these two Men, were but one Adam. The Lord framed Man of the dust of the earth, there was one man. cc-acp c-acp np1 crd n2 vbdr cc-acp crd n1, av d crd n2, vbdr p-acp crd np1. dt n1 vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vbds crd n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 20
244 And he made Man in his owne image with the breath of life, there is the other Man, And he made Man in his own image with the breath of life, there is the other Man, cc pns31 vvd n1 p-acp po31 d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 20
245 and called his name Adam, there is both in one. and called his name Adam, there is both in one. cc vvd po31 n1 np1, a-acp vbz d p-acp pi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 20
246 Euer since our fall hath there been a combat or deadly warfare betwixt this double Man. The inward Man, fighting with the outward. Ever since our fallen hath there been a combat or deadly warfare betwixt this double Man. The inward Man, fighting with the outward. av c-acp po12 n1 vhz pc-acp vbn dt n1 cc j n1 p-acp d j-jn n1 dt j n1, vvg p-acp dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 20
247 the Spirit with the Flesh. The two Twinnes Esau and Iacob wrastle together. the Spirit with the Flesh. The two Twins Esau and Iacob wrestle together. dt n1 p-acp dt n1. dt crd n2 np1 cc np1 vvi av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 20
248 And though Esau be first borne ( prius carnale ) the Carnall the former yet in Gods Children, Iacob gets the blessing, the spirituall is the better. And though Esau be First born (prius carnal) the Carnal the former yet in God's Children, Iacob gets the blessing, the spiritual is the better. cc cs np1 vbi ord vvn (fw-la j) dt j dt j av p-acp npg1 n2, np1 vvz dt n1, dt j vbz dt jc. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 20
249 Our estate is not now like the Cope of the world aboue the Moone free from storms, we haue heere the perfection, not of ( Resters ) but of Runners, not of our Country: but of the way, wherin there are flawes and tempests. If wee bee a while at a calme: Our estate is not now like the Cope of the world above the Moon free from storms, we have Here the perfection, not of (Resters) but of Runners, not of our Country: but of the Way, wherein there Are flaws and tempests. If we be a while At a Cam: po12 n1 vbz xx av av-j dt vvb pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 j p-acp n2, pns12 vhb av dt n1, xx pp-f (n2) cc-acp pp-f n2, xx pp-f po12 n1: cc-acp pp-f dt n1, c-crq pc-acp vbr n2 cc n2. cs pns12 vbb dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 21
250 the Flesh is ready to molest vs. And we cannot so sing peace to our soules, the Flesh is ready to molest us And we cannot so sing peace to our Souls, dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno12 cc pns12 vmbx av vvi n1 p-acp po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 21
251 but the Diuell also will cast his Crotchets in: yet if wee take vnto vs the Armour of God, and fight manfully: but the devil also will cast his Crotchets in: yet if we take unto us the Armour of God, and fight manfully: cc-acp dt n1 av vmb vvi po31 n2 p-acp: av cs pns12 vvb p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi av-j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 21
252 If we raise vp our selues vnder the burthen of sinne, and do such things as are acceptable vnto God (though wee cannot doe them as wee would) if wee finde a striuing in our selues, the Mind fighting with the minde: If we raise up our selves under the burden of sin, and do such things as Are acceptable unto God (though we cannot do them as we would) if we find a striving in our selves, the Mind fighting with the mind: cs pns12 vvb a-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vdb d n2 c-acp vbr j p-acp np1 (cs pns12 vmbx vdi pno32 c-acp pns12 vmd) cs pns12 vvb dt vvg p-acp po12 n2, dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 21
253 the will with the will, the affections with the affections: albeit we cannot vtterlie ouercome: though Iacob and Esau bee vp in armes; the will with the will, the affections with the affections: albeit we cannot utterly overcome: though Iacob and Esau be up in arms; dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n2 p-acp dt n2: cs pns12 vmbx av-j vvi: cs np1 cc np1 vbb a-acp p-acp n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 21
254 yet if we cause the Elder to serue the Yonger: though Canaanites and Iebusites dwell among the Israelires; yet if we cause the Elder to serve the Younger: though Canaanites and Jebusites dwell among the Israelites; av cs pns12 vvb dt n-jn pc-acp vvi dt jc: cs np2 cc np1 vvb p-acp dt n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 21
255 yet if wee make them our bond slaues and hewers of wood: thogh Sarah be shrewish; yet if we make them our bound slaves and hewers of wood: though Sarah be shrewish; av cs pns12 vvb pno32 po12 n1 n2 cc n2 pp-f n1: cs np1 vbi j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 21
256 yet if Abraham that is the Spirit, doth beget of Sara, (that is the Flesh ) a Sonne Isaacke (that is, Ioy and Laughter ) here is good cause of Comfort: yet if Abraham that is the Spirit, does beget of Sarah, (that is the Flesh) a Son Isaacke (that is, Joy and Laughter) Here is good cause of Comfort: av cs np1 cst vbz dt n1, vdz vvi pp-f np1, (cst vbz dt n1) dt n1 np1 (cst vbz, vvb cc n1) av vbz j n1 pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 21
257 Another Euidence in our heartes from the resisting of Sinnes present, that wee shall bee saued. another Evidence in our hearts from the resisting of Sins present, that we shall be saved. j-jn n1 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f n2 j, cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 21
258 The third grace which respecteth sinne to come: is a care to preuent it. And as the first makes vs Mourners: the second Souldiers: The third grace which respecteth sin to come: is a care to prevent it. And as the First makes us Mourners: the second Soldiers: dt ord n1 r-crq vvz n1 pc-acp vvi: vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. cc c-acp dt ord vvz pno12 n2: dt ord n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 21
259 so this thirde calles vpon vs to bee Watchmen: not to lie a sleepe till a dead blow bee giuen: so this Third calls upon us to be Watchmen: not to lie a sleep till a dead blow be given: av d ord vvz p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi n2: xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 vbi vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 21
260 but to suspect the first strokes of sinne, not to tarry to bee stung, but to feare the least buzzing. but to suspect the First Strokes of sin, not to tarry to be stung, but to Fear the least buzzing. cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt ord n2 pp-f n1, xx pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi vvn, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt av-ds j-vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 21
261 This marke of Gods child we find in S. Iohn, He that is borne of God sinneth not, but keepeth himselfe that the wicked one touch him not: This mark of God's child we find in S. John, He that is born of God Sinneth not, but Keepeth himself that the wicked one touch him not: d n1 pp-f npg1 n1 pns12 vvb p-acp n1 np1, pns31 cst vbz vvn pp-f np1 vvz xx, p-acp vvz px31 d dt j pi vvb pno31 xx: (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 21
262 that is, hee is circumspect, hee is carefull to auoide sinne. that is, he is circumspect, he is careful to avoid sin. cst vbz, pns31 vbz j, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 21
263 And his care is not onely in the ordering of outward actions, but euen of the very thoughts of his heart: And his care is not only in the ordering of outward actions, but even of the very thoughts of his heart: cc po31 n1 vbz xx av-j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f j n2, cc-acp av pp-f dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 22
264 O Lord (saith Dauid ) keepe mee from the way of wickednes: Oh Lord (Says David) keep me from the Way of wickedness: uh n1 (vvz np1) vvb pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 22
265 Where upon Saint Ambrese obserueth, that hee would bee kept not from wickednes onely, but from the way too: Where upon Saint Ambrose observeth, that he would be kept not from wickedness only, but from the Way too: c-crq p-acp n1 vvb vvz, cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn xx p-acp n1 av-j, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 22
266 For, where the Gospell is of force, it bringeth cuery thought into captiuity to the obedience of Christ, as Saint Paul doth witnesse. For, where the Gospel is of force, it brings cuery Thought into captivity to the Obedience of christ, as Saint Paul does witness. c-acp, c-crq dt n1 vbz pp-f n1, pn31 vvz d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp n1 np1 vdz vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 22
267 And thus much of that part of your inward euidence which respecteth sinne. And thus much of that part of your inward evidence which respecteth sin. cc av d pp-f d n1 pp-f po22 j n1 r-crq vvz n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 22
268 That which concerneth Gods mercies in Christ, is twofold. 1 An earnest desire of reconciliation with God. 2 And ardent loue to Christ and his righteousnes. For the first: That which concerns God's Mercies in christ, is twofold. 1 an earnest desire of reconciliation with God. 2 And Ardent love to christ and his righteousness. For the First: cst r-crq vvz npg1 n2 p-acp np1, vbz j. crd dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1. crd cc j n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1. p-acp dt ord: (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 22
269 when as man feeleth himselfe distressed with the burthen of his finnes; when hee apprehendeth the heauy displeasure of God in his conscience for them: when as man feeleth himself distressed with the burden of his fins; when he apprehendeth the heavy displeasure of God in his conscience for them: c-crq p-acp n1 vvz px31 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2; c-crq pns31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 22
270 if then conceiuing (his great neede of a Sauiour) hee doth heartily desire (yea hunger and thirst to bee at peace with God, in the meritas of Christ) no perill being so fearefull vnto him, if then conceiving (his great need of a Saviour) he does heartily desire (yea hunger and thirst to be At peace with God, in the meritas of christ) no peril being so fearful unto him, cs av vvg (po31 j n1 pp-f dt n1) pns31 vdz av-j vvb (uh n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt fw-la pp-f np1) dx n1 vbg av j p-acp pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 22
271 as to bee out of Gods fauour: no blessing so chearefull; as to bee at vnity with him: as to be out of God's favour: no blessing so cheerful; as to be At unity with him: c-acp pc-acp vbi av pp-f npg1 n1: dx n1 av j; c-acp pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 22
272 vnto such a one, hath Christ made most comfortable promises, which can appertaine to none but the Elect: unto such a one, hath christ made most comfortable promises, which can appertain to none but the Elect: p-acp d dt pi, vhz np1 vvn ds j n2, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pix cc-acp dt j-vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 22
273 vnto him shall bee giuen of the Well of the water of life freely: unto him shall be given of the Well of the water of life freely: p-acp pno31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 22
274 And this water shall bee in him as a Well of water springing vp vnto euerlasting li•e. And this water shall be in him as a Well of water springing up unto everlasting li•e. cc d n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg a-acp p-acp j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 22
275 For the second, hee that can so highly esteeme of Christ and his righteousnes, as that hee accouneth with Saint Paul, the most pretious things that are to be but doung in comparison: He that can proferre Christ and his loue, before father and mo•her, wife and children: He that hath so strong an affection wrought in his heart, as that if his young childe should hang about his necke: For the second, he that can so highly esteem of christ and his righteousness, as that he accouneth with Saint Paul, the most precious things that Are to be but dung in comparison: He that can proffer christ and his love, before father and mo•her, wife and children: He that hath so strong an affection wrought in his heart, as that if his young child should hang about his neck: p-acp dt ord, pns31 cst vmb av av-j vvi pp-f np1 cc po31 n1, c-acp cst pns31 vvz p-acp n1 np1, dt av-ds j n2 cst vbr pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp n1: pns31 cst vmb vvi np1 cc po31 vvi, p-acp n1 cc av, n1 cc n2: pns31 cst vhz av j dt n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, p-acp cst cs po31 j n1 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 23
276 his mother shew her breasts which gaue him sucke; his Father lye in the dore to stay him from Christ: his mother show her breasts which gave him suck; his Father lie in the door to stay him from christ: po31 n1 vvi po31 n2 r-crq vvd pno31 vvi; po31 n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 23
277 hee could cast away his childe: contemne his Mother: tread vpon his Father: he could cast away his child: contemn his Mother: tread upon his Father: pns31 vmd vvi av po31 n1: vvb po31 n1: vvb p-acp po31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 23
278 renounce all, et volare ad vexillum Chrisli (as Hierome speaketh) & flye to the Banner of his Christ (like Aene as in the Poet) who when Troye was won, carried away neither kithe nor kinne, sed Deos ciuitatis, but the Gods of the citie: renounce all, et Volare ad vexillum Chrisli (as Jerome speaks) & fly to the Banner of his christ (like Aene as in the Poet) who when Troy was wone, carried away neither kith nor kin, sed Gods ciuitatis, but the God's of the City: vvb d, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 (c-acp np1 vvz) cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 np1 (av-j j c-acp p-acp dt n1) r-crq c-crq np1 vbds vvn, vvd av dx n1 ccx n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 23
279 Certainly such a one is marked out to saluation: Certainly such a one is marked out to salvation: av-j d dt pi vbz vvn av p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 23
280 hee hath the seale of God vpon him, and (as Iohn saith) he may assure his hart before him. he hath the seal of God upon him, and (as John Says) he may assure his heart before him. pns31 vhz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, cc (c-acp np1 vvz) pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 23
281 Euery man will say of himselfe, that hee is thus afected vnto Christ, when as indeede most men had rather haue Esaus broth, then Iacobs blessing. Every man will say of himself, that he is thus afected unto christ, when as indeed most men had rather have Esaus broth, then Iacobs blessing. d n1 vmb vvi pp-f px31, cst pns31 vbz av vvn p-acp np1, c-crq c-acp av ds n2 vhd av-c vhi npg1 n1, av npg1 vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
282 Wherfore least we be deceiued, wee must trye our loue vnto Christ by these two tokens: Wherefore lest we be deceived, we must try our love unto christ by these two tokens: q-crq cs pns12 vbb vvn, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d crd n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
283 First, he that doth rightly esteem of Christ, doth in like manner esteem of those which are his members. First, he that does rightly esteem of christ, does in like manner esteem of those which Are his members. ord, pns31 cst vdz av-jn vvi pp-f np1, vdz p-acp j n1 n1 pp-f d r-crq vbr po31 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
284 Tustis et Amor Celari non possunt, as the Cough cannot be couered, no more can loue, it will breake out to others: Tustis et Amor Celari non possunt, as the Cough cannot be covered, no more can love, it will break out to Others: np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp dt n1 vmbx vbi vvn, av-dx dc vmb vvi, pn31 vmb vvi av p-acp n2-jn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
285 Hee that receiueth a Prophet in the name of a Prophet shal receiue a Prophets reward. He that receiveth a Prophet in the name of a Prophet shall receive a prophets reward. pns31 cst vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi dt ng1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
286 He that receiueth a righteous man in the name of a righteous man, shall receiue the reward of the righteous. He that receiveth a righteous man in the name of a righteous man, shall receive the reward of the righteous. pns31 cst vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
287 It is hee that loueth Christ, and shall dwell in his Tabernacle, who maketh much of him that feareth God. It is he that loves christ, and shall dwell in his Tabernacle, who makes much of him that fears God. pn31 vbz pns31 cst vvz np1, cc vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vvz d pp-f pno31 cst vvz np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
288 And heereby doe wee know that wee are raised from death to life, because wee loue the Brethren (that is) such as are the members of Christ, euen because they are so. And hereby do we know that we Are raised from death to life, Because we love the Brothers (that is) such as Are the members of christ, even Because they Are so. cc av vdb pns12 vvb cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pns12 vvb dt n2 (cst vbz) d a-acp vbr dt n2 pp-f np1, av c-acp pns32 vbr av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 24
289 Secondly, it is a token of our loue to Christ, if we loue his comming, that we may haue full participation and fellowship with him. The carnall man careth little: Secondly, it is a token of our love to christ, if we love his coming, that we may have full participation and fellowship with him. The carnal man Careth little: ord, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp np1, cs pns12 vvb po31 n-vvg, cst pns12 vmb vhi j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31. dt j n1 vvz j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
290 he hath no sense nor sight of his comming but as the Oxe is fatted in the pasture, he hath no sense nor sighed of his coming but as the Ox is fatted in the pasture, pns31 vhz dx n1 ccx n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg p-acp p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
291 and the Birde singeth sweetlie, and feedeth without feare: yet sodainly one is carried to the slaughter, the other is taken in the snare, and the Bird sings sweetly, and feeds without Fear: yet suddenly one is carried to the slaughter, the other is taken in the snare, cc dt n1 vvz av-j, cc vvz p-acp n1: av av-j pi vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, dt n-jn vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
292 so are worldlings drowned in security: and seldome thinke of: much lesse wish for: the comming of Christ. so Are worldlings drowned in security: and seldom think of: much less wish for: the coming of christ. av vbr n2 vvn p-acp n1: cc av vvb pp-f: av-d dc n1 p-acp: dt n-vvg pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
293 Others, who are strong in sinne, and which force the wrath of God against them) doe tremble and quake at the remembrance of his comming. Others, who Are strong in sin, and which force the wrath of God against them) do tremble and quake At the remembrance of his coming. n2-jn, r-crq vbr j p-acp n1, cc r-crq n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32) vdb vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
294 They wish it might eyther neuer bee, or euer be deferred. Oh; They wish it might either never be, or ever be deferred. O; pns32 vvb pn31 vmd av-d av-x vbb, cc av vbi vvn. uh; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
295 it is most terrible vnto them, once to thinke that a day will come, when all of them shall be cited before Gods Iudgement seat: it is most terrible unto them, once to think that a day will come, when all of them shall be cited before God's Judgement seat: pn31 vbz av-ds j p-acp pno32, a-acp pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 vmb vvi, c-crq d pp-f pno32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp npg1 n1 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
296 when as all their workes, their words, their thoughts shall be reuealed: when as a heauy doome of damnation shall be pronounced against them: when as all their works, their words, their thoughts shall be revealed: when as a heavy doom of damnation shall be pronounced against them: c-crq p-acp d po32 n2, po32 n2, po32 n2 vmb vbi vvn: c-crq c-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
297 when to lye hidden wil be impossible for them, and to appear will bee intollerable to them. when to lie hidden will be impossible for them, and to appear will be intolerable to them. c-crq pc-acp vvi j-vvn vmb vbi j p-acp pno32, cc pc-acp vvi vmb vbi j p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
298 The consideration of these terrors of the Lord, dooth affright them so, as if the Diuell were at their dores.) But the children of God (who loue Christ) crye Lord Iesu come quickly. Now, they are as wardes; The consideration of these terrors of the Lord, doth affright them so, as if the devil were At their doors.) But the children of God (who love christ) cry Lord Iesu come quickly. Now, they Are as wards; dt n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f dt n1, vdz vvi pno32 av, c-acp cs dt n1 vbdr p-acp po32 n2.) p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 (r-crq n1 np1) vvb n1 np1 vvb av-j. av, pns32 vbr p-acp n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
299 then shall they come to their owne. Now are they in the skirmish; then shall they bee in the victorie. then shall they come to their own. Now Are they in the skirmish; then shall they be in the victory. av vmb pns32 vvi p-acp po32 d. av vbr pns32 p-acp dt n1; av vmb pns32 vbi p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
300 Now are they in the tempestuous Sea, then shall they bee in the quiet Hauen. Now in the heat of the day, then in the rest of the Euening. Now Are they in the tempestuous Sea, then shall they be in the quiet Haven. Now in the heat of the day, then in the rest of the Evening. av vbr pns32 p-acp dt j n1, av vmb pns32 vbi p-acp dt j-jn n1. av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
301 Now are they absent from Christ, Then shall they follow him wheresoeuer he goeth. Now Are they absent from christ, Then shall they follow him wheresoever he Goes. av vbr pns32 j p-acp np1, av vmb pns32 vvi pno31 c-crq pns31 vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 25
302 And why should they not be ioyfull at his comming to iudge them, who came to be iudged for them? A louing Spouse desires to bee in the bosome of her husband: And why should they not be joyful At his coming to judge them, who Come to be judged for them? A loving Spouse Desires to be in the bosom of her husband: cc q-crq vmd pns32 xx vbi j p-acp po31 n-vvg pc-acp vvi pno32, r-crq vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32? dt j-vvg n1 vvz pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 25
303 and such is the longing of the Church after Christ: and such is the longing of the Church After christ: cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 25
304 for, if being absent from him, he doth so enrich vs with grace, and tokens of his loue: for, if being absent from him, he does so enrich us with grace, and tokens of his love: c-acp, cs vbg j p-acp pno31, pns31 vdz av vvi pno12 p-acp n1, cc n2 pp-f po31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 25
305 Lorde, how will he hugge vs, and embrace vs, when we are present with him? Si sie es bonus sequentibus te, qualis futurus es consequentibus (saith Saint Bernard )? The very desire then we haue, wholy to enioy the fellowshippe of our Christ, makes vs to lift vp our heades, and to loue his comming: Lord, how will he hug us, and embrace us, when we Are present with him? Si sie es bonus sequentibus te, qualis Future es consequentibus (Says Faint Bernard)? The very desire then we have, wholly to enjoy the fellowship of our christ, makes us to lift up our Heads, and to love his coming: n1, q-crq vmb pns31 vvi pno12, cc vvb pno12, c-crq pns12 vbr j p-acp pno31? fw-mi uh fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la (vvz j np1)? dt j n1 cs pns12 vhb, av-jn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 np1, vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n-vvg: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 25
306 which is another Argument vnto vs that wee shall be saued, because a Crowne of Righteousnesse is laide vp for them that loue his appearing (as S. Paul doth tell vs.) which is Another Argument unto us that we shall be saved, Because a Crown of Righteousness is laid up for them that love his appearing (as S. Paul does tell us) r-crq vbz j-jn n1 p-acp pno12 cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp pno32 cst vvb po31 j-vvg (c-acp np1 np1 vdz vvi pno12) (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 25
307 There remaineth now the last and outward euidence of our calling and Election, that is new obedience: our endeauour by good works to obey Gods commandements: There remains now the last and outward evidence of our calling and Election, that is new Obedience: our endeavour by good works to obey God's Commandments: pc-acp vvz av dt ord cc j n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1, cst vbz j n1: po12 n1 p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi npg1 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 25
308 for hereby are we sure we know him, if wee keepe his commandements: we neede not to wring or wrest a good deed out of a good man, for hereby Are we sure we know him, if we keep his Commandments: we need not to wring or wrest a good deed out of a good man, c-acp av vbr pns12 av-j pns12 vvb pno31, cs pns12 vvb po31 n2: pns12 vvb xx pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j n1 av pp-f dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 25
309 as one would wring veriuice out of a Crab. He is a tree, that hath euer some figges vpon him. as one would wring veriuice out of a Crab. He is a tree, that hath ever Some figs upon him. c-acp pi vmd vvi n1 av pp-f dt np1 pns31 vbz dt n1, cst vhz av d n2 p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 25
310 But least here againe, wee should chance to deceiue our selues: But least Here again, we should chance to deceive our selves: p-acp ds av av, pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi po12 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 25
311 The obedience (which is the infallible marke of Gods childe) must not bee a halfe but a whole obedience of the whole man: The Obedience (which is the infallible mark of God's child) must not be a half but a Whole Obedience of the Whole man: dt n1 (r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1) vmb xx vbi dt j-jn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 25
312 To the whole law of God. In the whole course of our liues. First it must bee obedience of the whole man; To the Whole law of God. In the Whole course of our lives. First it must be Obedience of the Whole man; p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1. p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n2. ord pn31 vmb vbi n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 25
313 in Body, in Soule, in Spirit. in Body, in Soul, in Spirit. p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 25
314 Wee must summon all our parts and powers together like a Cryer, to pe•forme a seruice vnto our God. we must summon all our parts and Powers together like a Crier, to pe•forme a service unto our God. pns12 vmb vvi d po12 n2 cc n2 av av-j dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 26
315 Secondly, it must bee obedience To the whole law: for the condition of the Law is meerely Copulatiue; Secondly, it must be Obedience To the Whole law: for the condition of the Law is merely Copulative; ord, pn31 vmb vbi n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1: c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av-j j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 26
316 All the parts of it are linked one to another. All the parts of it Are linked one to Another. d dt n2 pp-f pn31 vbr vvn pi p-acp n-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 26
317 He thats bound to One, is bound to All? Hee that makes no Conscience to keepe One, when Occasion is offered will breake any. Herod gaue Iohn Baptist the hearing in many things, He thats bound to One, is bound to All? He that makes no Conscience to keep One, when Occasion is offered will break any. Herod gave John Baptist the hearing in many things, pns31 d|vbz vvn p-acp crd, vbz vvn p-acp d? pns31 cst vvz dx n1 pc-acp vvi crd, c-crq n1 vbz vvn vmb vvi d. np1 vvd np1 np1 dt n-vvg p-acp d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 26
318 but would not leaue his Brothers Wife: Iudas followed Christ, and preathed the Gospell, but would in no case forsake his Couetousnes: Saul was content to slay some of the Amalekites, but left Agag aliue. but would not leave his Brother's Wife: Iudas followed christ, and preathed the Gospel, but would in no case forsake his Covetousness: Saul was content to slay Some of the Amalekites, but left Agag alive. cc-acp vmd xx vvi po31 n2 n1: np1 vvd np1, cc vvd dt n1, p-acp vmd p-acp dx n1 vvi po31 n1: np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi d pp-f dt np2, cc-acp vvd np1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 26
319 But this peece meale obedience is nothing worth: But this piece meal Obedience is nothing worth: p-acp d n1 n1 n1 vbz pix j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 26
320 He that faileth in One, is guilty of All. For howsoeuer the rigour of the law is abated vnto vs in Christ, (who accepteth of him, that doth what hee can doe, He that Faileth in One, is guilty of All. For howsoever the rigour of the law is abated unto us in christ, (who Accepteth of him, that does what he can do, pns31 cst vvz p-acp crd, vbz j pp-f d c-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp np1, (r-crq vvz pp-f pno31, cst vdz r-crq pns31 vmb vdi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 26
321 as if he were one that did what he should doe) yet may not the Israelites hault between two opinions. as if he were one that did what he should do) yet may not the Israelites halt between two opinions. c-acp cs pns31 vbdr pi cst vdd r-crq pns31 vmd vdi) av vmb xx dt np2 n1 p-acp crd n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 26
322 Mongrells in Religion were deuoured by Lyons. Mongrells in Religion were devoured by Lyons. n2 p-acp n1 vbdr vvn p-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 26
323 But I shall nor be confounded (saith Dauid ) when I haue respect to (All) thy commandements: But I shall nor be confounded (Says David) when I have respect to (All) thy Commandments: p-acp pns11 vmb ccx vbi vvn (vvz np1) c-crq pns11 vhb n1 p-acp (d) po21 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 26
324 Vpright Obedience then doth enlarge it selfe to euery precept. Upright obedience then does enlarge it self to every precept. av-j n1 av vdz vvi pn31 n1 p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 26
325 Thirdly, it must bee Obedience in the whole course of our liues. One Swallow makes not a summer; Thirdly, it must be obedience in the Whole course of our lives. One Swallow makes not a summer; ord, pn31 vmb vbi n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n2. crd n1 vvz xx dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 26
326 wee may not iudge of a man by an action or two, but by the whole tenor of his life. we may not judge of a man by an actium or two, but by the Whole tenor of his life. pns12 vmb xx vvi pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc crd, cc-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 26
327 Such as the course of a manslife is, such is the Man, though through corruption of nature, he faile in this or that particular: Such as the course of a manslife is, such is the Man, though through corruption of nature, he fail in this or that particular: d c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt uh vbz, d vbz dt n1, cs p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvb p-acp d cc d j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 26
328 yet doth not Gods child dwell in sinne, but renues his repentance for his seuerall slippes. yet does not God's child dwell in sin, but renews his Repentance for his several slips. av vdz xx ng1 n1 vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp vvz po31 n1 p-acp po31 j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 26
329 Indeed Terrigina fratres, the earth-borne broode, they are like to the Grashoppers, which sometimes leape a little vpwards, Indeed Terrigina Brothers, the earthborn brood, they Are like to the Grasshoppers, which sometime leap a little upwards, np1 np1 fw-la, dt j n1, pns32 vbr av-j p-acp dt n2, r-crq av vvi dt j av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 27
330 but presently fall to the ground againe: but presently fallen to the ground again: cc-acp av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 27
331 So these haue some light and short motions to goodnesse, but they quicklie returne to their olde affections againe. So these have Some Light and short motions to Goodness, but they quickly return to their old affections again. av d vhb d n1 cc j n2 p-acp n1, cc-acp pns32 av-j vvi p-acp po32 j n2 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 27
332 They loue vanity more then truth, drosse more then golde, the earth more then heauen, the world more then him that made and redeemed the world. They love vanity more then truth, dross more then gold, the earth more then heaven, the world more then him that made and redeemed the world. pns32 vvb n1 av-dc cs n1, n1 av-dc cs n1, dt n1 av-dc cs n1, dt n1 av-dc cs pno31 cst vvn cc vvn dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 27
333 Fowles that feed grossely neuer flie high, and they that fill their hearts with things below, cannot bee but earthly minded: Fowls that feed grossly never fly high, and they that fill their hearts with things below, cannot be but earthly minded: n2 cst vvb av-j av vvi j, cc pns32 cst vvb po32 n2 p-acp n2 a-acp, vmbx vbi cc-acp j j-vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 27
334 but the true sonnes of God (through in Infirmity without perfection, yet in sincerity without dissimulation) haue their conuersation as Citizens of new Ierusalem which is aboue. but the true Sons of God (through in Infirmity without perfection, yet in sincerity without dissimulation) have their Conversation as Citizens of new Ierusalem which is above. cc-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1 (p-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1, av p-acp n1 p-acp n1) vhb po32 n1 p-acp n2 pp-f j np1 r-crq vbz a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 27
335 The workes of darkenesse are wearisome vnto them, because they are the children of Light. The works of darkness Are wearisome unto them, Because they Are the children of Light. dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr j p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 27
336 The fruites of the flesh are loathsome vnto them, because they are renued by the Spirrt of God. The fruits of the Flesh Are loathsome unto them, Because they Are renewed by the Spirit of God. dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr j p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vbr vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 27
337 They are In the world, but not Of the world. They vse the world as though they vsed it not. They Are In the world, but not Of the world. They use the world as though they used it not. pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1, cc-acp xx pp-f dt n1. pns32 vvb dt n1 c-acp cs pns32 vvd pn31 xx. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 27
338 They esteeme their houses as Innes to rest in, not as mansions to dwell in for euer. They esteem their houses as Inns to rest in, not as mansions to dwell in for ever. pns32 vvb po32 n2 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, xx p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp c-acp av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 27
339 All their worldly honours, pleasures, profites, preferments, they vse as staues in their hands, the better to bring them to their iourneyes end. All their worldly honours, pleasures, profits, preferments, they use as staves in their hands, the better to bring them to their journeys end. av-d po32 j n2, n2, n2, n2, pns32 vvb p-acp n2 p-acp po32 n2, dt jc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 ng1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 27
340 Thus doe the Sonnes of God, walke in a whole obedience of the whole man: in their whole life, which giueth an euidence vnto them of their Calling and election. Thus do the Sons of God, walk in a Whole Obedience of the Whole man: in their Whole life, which gives an evidence unto them of their Calling and election. av vdb dt n2 pp-f np1, vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1: p-acp po32 j-jn n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp pno32 pp-f po32 vvg cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 27
341 Now (my beloued) Hic specimen specitur, hic certamen cernitur: here is now the main point the totall summe, the whole duety of a Christiau. Now (my Beloved) Hic specimen specitur, hic certamen cernitur: Here is now the main point the total sum, the Whole duty of a Christian. av (po11 j-vvn) fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la: av vbz av dt j n1 dt j n1, dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 27
342 Wilt thou bee sure thou shalt bee saued? beware of an idle speculation of faith. Wilt thou be sure thou shalt be saved? beware of an idle speculation of faith. vm2 pns21 vbi j pns21 vm2 vbi vvn? vvb pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 27
343 Giue all diligence to haue the testimony of Gods Spirit rightly formed in thee. Giue all diligence to haue it truely discerned by thee. Give all diligence to have the testimony of God's Spirit rightly formed in thee. Give all diligence to have it truly discerned by thee. vvb d n1 p-acp vhb dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 av-jn vvn p-acp pno21. vvb d n1 pc-acp vhi pn31 av-j vvn p-acp pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 82
344 Pray vnto thy God earnestly, obey him louingly, mourne for sinnes past heartily, striue with sinnes present stoutely, prenent sinnes to come carefully. Pray unto thy God earnestly, obey him lovingly, mourn for Sins passed heartily, strive with Sins present stoutly, prenent Sins to come carefully. vvb p-acp po21 n1 av-j, vvb pno31 av-vvg, vvi p-acp n2 vvn av-j, vvb p-acp n2 vvb av-j, j n2 pc-acp vvi av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 82
345 Giue all diligence to seek after reconcilement with thy God, with a thirst vnto it, value Christ and his righteousnesse at the highest price, expresse thy mind herein, by loue to his Members, by desire of his comming, holde not heauen with thy two singers, Give all diligence to seek After reconcilement with thy God, with a thirst unto it, valve christ and his righteousness At the highest price, express thy mind herein, by love to his Members, by desire of his coming, hold not heaven with thy two singers, vvb d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp po21 n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31, n1 np1 cc po31 n1 p-acp dt js n1, vvb po21 n1 av, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg, vvb xx n1 p-acp po21 crd n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 82
346 but with thy whole hand, and study to yeeld obedience to all the lawes of God, at all times, in body, in soule, in spirit, beginne quickly, increase dayly, continue in thy obedience constantly, without hipocrisie: but with thy Whole hand, and study to yield Obedience to all the laws of God, At all times, in body, in soul, in Spirit, begin quickly, increase daily, continue in thy Obedience constantly, without hypocrisy: cc-acp p-acp po21 j-jn n1, cc vvb pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp d n2, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, vvb av-j, vvb av-j, vvb p-acp po21 n1 av-j, p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 82
347 Giue (rather) diligence, (that is) before all things, in the prime of thy youth, in the beginning of thy dayes: (Giue rather) diligence (that is) Aboue all things, aboue a Dukedome, aPrincedom•, a Kingdome, to make thy calling and election sure. Give (rather) diligence, (that is) before all things, in the prime of thy youth, in the beginning of thy days: (Give rather) diligence (that is) Above all things, above a Dukedom, aPrincedom•, a Kingdom, to make thy calling and election sure. vvb (av-c) n1, (cst vbz) p-acp d n2, p-acp dt n-jn pp-f po21 n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po21 n2: (vvi av-c) n1 (cst vbz) p-acp d n2, p-acp dt n1, n1, dt n1, pc-acp vvi po21 n1 cc n1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 82
348 I haue read a story of an Abbot, who beholding what cost a woman had bestowed in attiring of her selfe, fell a weeping. I have read a story of an Abbot, who beholding what cost a woman had bestowed in attiring of her self, fell a weeping. pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvg r-crq n1 dt n1 vhd vvn p-acp vvg pp-f po31 n1, vvd dt j-vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 82
349 Oh (said hee) what a misery is this, that a woman should bestow more labour vpon the dressing of her body, O (said he) what a misery is this, that a woman should bestow more labour upon the dressing of her body, uh (vvd pns31) r-crq dt n1 vbz d, cst dt n1 vmd vvi dc n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 82
350 then wee haue done in the adorning of our soules. then we have done in the adorning of our Souls. cs pns12 vhb vdn p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 82
351 That she should put more ornaments vpon her head, then wee haue beene carefull to put into our hearts. That she should put more Ornament upon her head, then we have been careful to put into our hearts. cst pns31 vmd vvi dc n2 p-acp po31 n1, cs pns12 vhb vbn j pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 82
352 And truely (beloued) this is a common calamity wee wish for heauen, but contend for the earth. Maries part is better: but Marthaes the greater. And truly (Beloved) this is a Common calamity we wish for heaven, but contend for the earth. Mary's part is better: but Martha's the greater. cc av-j (j) d vbz dt j n1 pns12 vvb p-acp n1, cc-acp vvb p-acp dt n1. npg1 n1 vbz j: cc-acp npg1 dt jc. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 82
353 Let vs therefore giue the (rather) diligence, to make our Calling and Election sure. Let us Therefore give the (rather) diligence, to make our Calling and Election sure. vvb pno12 av vvi dt (av-c) n1, pc-acp vvi po12 vvg cc n1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 29
354 What if the world sets on good wine at the first? it will afterwards bring that which is worse. What if the world sets on good wine At the First? it will afterwards bring that which is Worse. q-crq cs dt n1 vvz p-acp j n1 p-acp dt ord? pn31 vmb av vvi d r-crq vbz jc. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 29
355 What if it entertaine with mirth? it concludes with mourning: It is like a Candle shining brightly, but ending in a stinking smoake. What if it entertain with mirth? it concludes with mourning: It is like a Candle shining brightly, but ending in a stinking smoke. q-crq cs pn31 vvb p-acp n1? pn31 vvz p-acp n1: pn31 vbz av-j dt n1 vvg av-j, cc-acp vvg p-acp dt j-vvg n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 29
356 What doth the Fles• afforde? but sinne? What the Diuel? but torments, what the worlde? but trouble. What does the Fles• afford? but sin? What the devil? but torments, what the world? but trouble. q-crq vdz dt np1 vvi? cc-acp n1? q-crq dt n1? cc-acp n2, r-crq dt n1? cc-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 29
357 Make therefore thy calling and election sure, and then hast thou righteousnesse and ioy, and peace in the holie Ghost: Make Therefore thy calling and election sure, and then hast thou righteousness and joy, and peace in the holy Ghost: n1 av po21 n1 cc n1 j, cc av vh2 pns21 n1 cc n1, cc n1 p-acp dt j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 29
358 Righteousnesse against sinne, Ioy against Torture, Peace against trouble. Righteousness against sin, Joy against Torture, Peace against trouble. n1 p-acp n1, vvb p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 29
359 Oh seeke not death in the error of your soules (saith Wisdome) and destroy not your selues in the works of your owne hands. O seek not death in the error of your Souls (Says Wisdom) and destroy not your selves in the works of your own hands. uh vvb xx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 ng1 (vvz n1) cc vvb xx po22 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po22 d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 29
360 Make haste to make saluation sure. Make haste to make salvation sure. vvb n1 pc-acp vvi n1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 29
361 A foole will desire to doe that in the end, when hee commeth to had I wist, which hee that is wise will doe in the beginning. A fool will desire to do that in the end, when he comes to had I wist, which he that is wise will do in the beginning. dt n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vdi d p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vhd pns11 vvd, r-crq pns31 cst vbz j vmb vdi p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 29
362 Doe people commend thee for a good and a iust man? I, but what if thine owne heart condemneth thee? Are all men friendly to thee? I but what if God bee thine enemy? Surely, Doe people commend thee for a good and a just man? I, but what if thine own heart Condemneth thee? are all men friendly to thee? I but what if God be thine enemy? Surely, n1 n1 vvb pno21 p-acp dt j cc dt j n1? pns11, cc-acp q-crq cs po21 d n1 vvz pno21? vbr d n2 j p-acp pno21? pns11 cc-acp q-crq cs np1 vbb po21 n1? np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 29
363 if thine assistance were an hoast of armed Souldiers, if thy friends were the Princes and Monarkes of the earth; if thine assistance were an host of armed Soldiers, if thy Friends were the Princes and Monarchs of the earth; cs po21 n1 vbdr dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2, cs po21 n2 vbdr dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 29
364 if thy possessions were as large as from East to west, if thy me ate were as Manna from heauen, if thy possessions were as large as from East to west, if thy me ate were as Manna from heaven, cs po21 n2 vbdr a-acp j c-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cs po21 pno11 zz vbdr p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 29
365 and thy apparrell as costly as the Ephod of Aaron, if euery day were as glorious vnto thee, and thy apparel as costly as the Ephod of Aaron, if every day were as glorious unto thee, cc po21 n1 c-acp j c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs d n1 vbdr a-acp j p-acp pno21, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 29
366 as the day was to Christ when he arose from his graue; as the day was to christ when he arose from his graven; c-acp dt n1 vbds p-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 29
367 yet who dares meete with the anger of the Lord of hoasts? who can put to silence the voice of Desperation? who can make a Couenant with hell, to spare thee? or an agreement with the Diuell to lay no claim vnto thee? Wherefore giue all diligence to make thy calling and Election sure. yet who dares meet with the anger of the Lord of hosts? who can put to silence the voice of Desperation? who can make a Covenant with hell, to spare thee? or an agreement with the devil to lay no claim unto thee? Wherefore give all diligence to make thy calling and Election sure. av r-crq vvz vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2? q-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1? q-crq vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pno21? cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dx n1 p-acp pno21? q-crq vvb d n1 pc-acp vvi po21 n-vvg cc n1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 30
368 It is a greater toyle (I confesse) but profite will make men labour hard; It is a greater toil (I confess) but profit will make men labour hard; pn31 vbz dt jc n1 (pns11 vvb) p-acp n1 vmb vvi n2 vvi av-j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 30
369 Will carry our desires very farre. The dangers of the Sea are made delightsome by the expectation of gaine. Will carry our Desires very Far. The dangers of the Sea Are made delightsome by the expectation of gain. vmb vvi po12 n2 av av-j. dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 30
370 The tediousnesse of Phisicke is mitigated by the hope of health: The tediousness of Physic is mitigated by the hope of health: dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 30
371 Nullus labo•r dur•us videri debet (saieth Hierome ) quo gloria aternitatis acquiritur. Let vs not giue ouer, wee shall bee rewarded according to our labours. Nullus labo•r dur•us videri debet (Saith Jerome) quo gloria aternitatis acquiritur. Let us not give over, we shall be rewarded according to our labours. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la (vvz np1) fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. vvb pno12 xx vvi a-acp, pns12 vmb vbi vvn vvg p-acp po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 30
372 It is a diligence (I confesse) that is subiect to much disgrace, to many a scoffe and floute amongst wicked men ▪ Sed durate & vosmet rebus seruate secundis: It is a diligence (I confess) that is Subject to much disgrace, to many a scoff and flout among wicked men ▪ said Durate & vosmet rebus Save secundis: pn31 vbz dt n1 (pns11 vvb) cst vbz j-jn p-acp d n1, p-acp d dt n1 cc vvi p-acp j n2 ▪ vvd j cc fw-la fw-la j fw-la: (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 30
373 but bee not dismayed the labour is for life: Saluation lyeth at the stake. but be not dismayed the labour is for life: Salvation lies At the stake. p-acp vbi xx vvn dt n1 vbz p-acp n1: n1 vvz p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 30
374 Hath Mutius patiently endured burning? Socrates poyson? Cato death? Haue heathen men been constant for so small are compence, Hath Mutius patiently endured burning? Socrates poison? Cato death? Have heathen men been constant for so small Are compence, vhz np1 av-j vvd vvg? npg1 vvi? np1 n1? vhb j-jn n2 vbn j p-acp av j vbr n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 30
375 as a popular applause, and prayse in the world? How much (rather) ought Christians for the Kingdom of God? Wherfore (my Brethren) if heauen be our Country, as a popular applause, and praise in the world? How much (rather) ought Christians for the Kingdom of God? Wherefore (my Brothers) if heaven be our Country, c-acp dt j n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1? c-crq d (av) vmd njpg2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? c-crq (po11 n2) cs n1 vbb po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 30
376 if Christ bee our treasure, if Glory bee our hope, let vs giue all diligence to make our Calling and Election sure, which grace God grant vnto vs for his mercies sake, Amen. FINIS. if christ be our treasure, if Glory be our hope, let us give all diligence to make our Calling and Election sure, which grace God grant unto us for his Mercies sake, Amen. FINIS. cs np1 vbb po12 n1, cs n1 vbb po12 n1, vvb pno12 vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi po12 vvg cc n1 j, r-crq n1 np1 vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 ng1 n1, uh-n. fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 30
377 THE SINNERS CONVERSION. THE SINNERS CONVERSION. dt n2 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 31
378 And behold a woman in the Citie which was a sinner, when shee knew that Iesus sate at Table in the Pharisees house, she brought a boxe of ointment: And behold a woman in the city which was a sinner, when she knew that Iesus sat At Table in the Pharisees house, she brought a box of ointment: cc vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbds dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvd cst np1 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp dt np2 n1, pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 31
379 And she stood at his feete behind him weeping, and began to wash his feete with teares, And she stood At his feet behind him weeping, and began to wash his feet with tears, cc pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n2 p-acp pno31 vvg, cc vvd pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 31
380 and did wipe them with the haires of her head, and kissed his feete, and annointed them with the ointment. Luke 7. vers. 37.38. and did wipe them with the hairs of her head, and kissed his feet, and anointed them with the ointment. Luke 7. vers. 37.38. cc vdd vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc vvd po31 n2, cc vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1. np1 crd zz. crd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 31
381 THese words, containe in them the Conuersation and Conuersion of a woman, which pressed vpon Christ, THese words, contain in them the Conversation and Conversion of a woman, which pressed upon christ, d n2, vvi p-acp pno32 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvd p-acp np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 31
382 as hee sat at meat in a Pharisies house: Her Conuersation, is described in the beginning of the 37. verse. as he sat At meat in a Pharisees house: Her Conversation, is described in the beginning of the 37. verse. c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp dt np2 n1: po31 n1, vbz vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt crd n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 31
383 And behold a woman in the city which was a Sinner. Her Conuersion, appeareth in the words following. And behold a woman in the City which was a Sinner. Her Conversion, appears in the words following. cc vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbds dt n1. po31 n1, vvz p-acp dt n2 vvg. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 31
384 When she had knowledge of Christ, she brought a Box of ointment; shee stood at his feete behinde him, weeping: When she had knowledge of christ, she brought a Box of ointment; she stood At his feet behind him, weeping: c-crq pns31 vhd n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1; pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n2 p-acp pno31, vvg: (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 31
385 shee beganne to water his feete with teares: shee wiped them with the haires of her head: shee kissed them: she began to water his feet with tears: she wiped them with the hairs of her head: she kissed them: pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp n2: pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1: pns31 vvd pno32: (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 31
386 shee anoynted them with her oyntment. First of her Conuersation: The first word of the Text setteth me at a stand, she anointed them with her ointment. First of her Conversation: The First word of the Text sets me At a stand, pns31 vvn pno32 p-acp po31 n1. ord pp-f po31 n1: dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pno11 p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 32
387 and bids me Behold. Surely there is some strange matter following worthy obseruation. For so much doth ( Ecce Behold ) import in the Scriptures. and bids me Behold. Surely there is Some strange matter following worthy observation. For so much does (Ecce Behold) import in the Scriptures. cc vvz pno11 vvb. av-j a-acp vbz d j n1 vvg j n1. p-acp av d vdz (fw-la vvb) vvb p-acp dt n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 32
388 In the seuenth of Esay, Ecce virgo: Behold a virgine: Why? what is the matter? She shall conceiue, and bring forth a Childe. In the Seventh of Isaiah, Ecce virgo: Behold a Virgae: Why? what is the matter? She shall conceive, and bring forth a Child. p-acp dt ord pp-f np1, fw-la fw-la: vvb dt n1: uh-crq? q-crq vbz dt n1? pns31 vmb vvi, cc vvi av dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 32
389 A virgine conceiue? A virgine bring foorth? This is strange indeede. So heere ( Ecce mulier ) behold a woman. A Virgae conceive? A Virgae bring forth? This is strange indeed. So Here (Ecce mulier) behold a woman. dt n1 vvi? dt n1 vvb av? d vbz j av. av av (fw-la fw-la) vvb dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 32
390 A woman, which at the first was the cause of • … ns destruction: A woman, which At the First was the cause of • … ns destruction: dt n1, r-crq p-acp dt ord vbds dt n1 pp-f • … n2 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 32
391 is now become the exemplary cause of mans Conuersion. A woman weake by nature, is become strong by grace: A woman in sexe, is become a man in action. A woman, who when she was at the best, was soone seduced: is now become the exemplary cause of men Conversion. A woman weak by nature, is become strong by grace: A woman in sex, is become a man in actium. A woman, who when she was At the best, was soon seduced: vbz av vvn dt j n1 pp-f ng1 n1. dt n1 j p-acp n1, vbz vvn j p-acp n1: dt n1 p-acp n1, vbz vvn dt n1 p-acp n1. dt n1, r-crq c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp dt js, vbds av vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 32
392 is now become the Ioy of Angels, the astonishment to Diuels: is now become the Joy of Angels, the astonishment to Devils: vbz av vvn dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 p-acp n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 32
393 a shame vnto those, who are slow to Repentance: & vnto such as are willing to come to Christ, a Patterne and Instruction. Ecce mulier, Beholde a woman: a shame unto those, who Are slow to Repentance: & unto such as Are willing to come to christ, a Pattern and Instruction. Ecce mulier, Behold a woman: dt n1 p-acp d, r-crq vbr j p-acp n1: cc p-acp d c-acp vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, dt n1 cc n1. fw-la fw-la, vvb dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 32
394 Though this be rare, yet this is not all. For Behold, a woman, a Sinner. It is a harder thing, to sterne a ship in a tempest: Though this be rare, yet this is not all. For Behold, a woman, a Sinner. It is a harder thing, to stern a ship in a tempest: c-acp d vbb j, av d vbz xx d. p-acp vvb, dt n1, dt n1. pn31 vbz dt jc n1, p-acp j dt n1 p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 32
395 then to stand vpon the shore. A harder thing, to rid a man from danger: then to keepe him in safety: then to stand upon the shore. A harder thing, to rid a man from danger: then to keep him in safety: av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. dt jc n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1: av pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 32
396 and wisedome is more iustified of a childe which ariseth; then of that which doth not fall. and Wisdom is more justified of a child which arises; then of that which does not fallen. cc n1 vbz av-dc vvn pp-f dt n1 r-crq vvz; av pp-f d r-crq vdz xx vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 32
397 Behold then a woman, a sinner. Behold then a woman, a sinner. vvb av dt n1, dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 32
398 Sinners, are blinde, are fooles, are slaues. First they are blinde: For howsoeuer the children of this world, would seeme to see more then the children of light; Sinners, Are blind, Are Fools, Are slaves. First they Are blind: For howsoever the children of this world, would seem to see more then the children of Light; n2, vbr j, vbr n2, vbr n2. ord pns32 vbr j: c-acp c-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, vmd vvi pc-acp vvi av-dc cs dt n2 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 32
399 as owles are sharper sighted in the night time, but duller in the day, yet can they not possibly perceiue those things which are of God. Cor. 1.2.14. as owls Are sharper sighted in the night time, but duller in the day, yet can they not possibly perceive those things which Are of God. Cor. 1.2.14. c-acp n2 vbr jc vvn p-acp dt n1 n1, cc-acp jc p-acp dt n1, av vmb pns32 xx av-j vvi d n2 r-crq vbr pp-f np1. np1 crd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 33
400 Though there be light in Goshen amongst Gods people, yet will there bee blacke and palpable darknesse in the land of Aegypt, amongst the wicked. Exod. 10.22. That which is manifest to Saints, vnto whom God doth make knowen the riches of his wisedome: is hidden vnto worldly men. Colos. 1.26. These may haue the name to see, as the Church of Sardi had the name to liue: Though there be Light in Goshen among God's people, yet will there be black and palpable darkness in the land of Egypt, among the wicked. Exod 10.22. That which is manifest to Saints, unto whom God does make known the riches of his Wisdom: is hidden unto worldly men. Colos 1.26. These may have the name to see, as the Church of Sardi had the name to live: cs pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1 p-acp npg1 n1, av vmb a-acp vbi j-jn cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j. np1 crd. d r-crq vbz j p-acp n2, p-acp ro-crq np1 vdz vvi vvn dt n2 pp-f po31 n1: vbz vvn p-acp j n2. np1 crd. np1 vmb vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 33
401 but as that Church was starke dead Apocal. 3. so these are soone blinde; their mindes are blinded. Corinth. 2.3.14. but as that Church was stark dead Apocalypse 3. so these Are soon blind; their minds Are blinded. Corinth. 2.3.14. cc-acp c-acp d n1 vbds av-j j np1 crd av d vbr av j; po32 n2 vbr vvn. np1. crd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 33
402 Yea their very hearts are full of darkenesse. Yea their very hearts Are full of darkness. uh po32 j n2 vbr j pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 33
403 Rom. 1. 21. verse. Secondly, Sinners are fooles, neither let it seeme strange vnto vs, that subtile sinners should be simple fooles. Rom. 1. 21. verse. Secondly, Sinners Are Fools, neither let it seem strange unto us, that subtle Sinners should be simple Fools. np1 crd crd n1. ord, n2 vbr n2, av-dx vvb pn31 vvi j p-acp pno12, cst j n2 vmd vbi j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 33
404 For he that is called wise Pro. 28.11. in the 12. of Luke 20. verse, is termed a foole. For he that is called wise Pro 28.11. in the 12. of Lycia 20. verse, is termed a fool. p-acp pns31 cst vbz vvn j np1 crd. p-acp dt crd pp-f av crd n1, vbz vvn dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 33
405 A good Gramarian (sayth Origen ) vpon the 16. to the Romans, may be a foole at a handy craft, a good Gouernour a bad Physitian, A good Grammarian (say Origen) upon the 16. to the Roman, may be a fool At a handy craft, a good Governor a bad physician, dt j n1 (vvz np1) p-acp dt crd p-acp dt njp2, vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, dt j n1 dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 33
406 and men of deepe reach in wordly matters, plaine ideots in heauenly wisedome. and men of deep reach in wordly matters, plain Idiots in heavenly Wisdom. cc n2 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp j n2, j n2 p-acp j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 33
407 There was a time I confesse when wee had a threefold knowledge which was most excellent: of all things created: of our Creatour: of our selues: There was a time I confess when we had a threefold knowledge which was most excellent: of all things created: of our Creator: of our selves: a-acp vbds dt n1 pns11 vvb c-crq pns12 vhd dt j n1 r-crq vbds av-ds j: pp-f d n2 vvn: pp-f po12 n1: a-acp po12 n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 33
408 Sed Adam dam raperet Diuinitatem, perdidit foelicitatem. said Adam dam raperet Diuinitatem, perdidit foelicitatem. vvd np1 n1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 33
409 (sayth S. Bernard ) But since Adams fall, we are become like bruit beasts voyde of vnderstanding. (say S. Bernard) But since Adams fallen, we Are become like bruit beasts void of understanding. (vvz np1 np1) cc-acp c-acp npg1 vvb, pns12 vbr vvn av-j n1 n2 j pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 33
410 We haue a threefold ignorance in stead of our knowledge: of all things created: of our Creatour: and of our selues. We have a threefold ignorance in stead of our knowledge: of all things created: of our Creator: and of our selves. pns12 vhb dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n1: pp-f d n2 vvn: pp-f po12 n1: cc pp-f po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 33
411 Hence it is, that sinnes are sayd by Saint Augustine to bee the soules darknesse: That Gregory calles offendours fooles: Hence it is, that Sins Are said by Saint Augustine to be the Souls darkness: That Gregory calls offenders Fools: av pn31 vbz, cst n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1 np1 pc-acp vbi dt ng1 n1: cst np1 vvz n2 n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 33
412 and Saint Paul, the wisedome of the world enmity vnto God. and Saint Paul, the Wisdom of the world enmity unto God. cc n1 np1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n1 p-acp np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 33
413 Thirdly, Sinners are slaues: Man was appointed the Lord of all creatures, but by sinne he is made a slaue to euery vilde thing. Thirdly, Sinners Are slaves: Man was appointed the Lord of all creatures, but by sin he is made a slave to every vild thing. ord, n2 vbr n2: n1 vbds vvn dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc-acp p-acp n1 pns31 vbz vvn dt n1 p-acp d j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 34
414 A miser is a slaue to his mony: a glutton, to his throat: a chollericke man to anger: a lasciuious man, to pleasure. A miser is a slave to his money: a glutton, to his throat: a choleric man to anger: a lascivious man, to pleasure. dt n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1: dt n1, p-acp po31 n1: dt j n1 pc-acp vvi: dt j n1, pc-acp vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 34
415 Seruants are not more at the beck of their maisters, then sinners are at the command of vices. Servants Are not more At the beck of their masters, then Sinners Are At the command of vices. ng1 vbr xx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cs n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 34
416 According to that in the 8. of Iohn 34. verse: Whosoeuer committeth sinne, is the seruant of the same ▪ and which makes the slauery the worse, they are thereby become vassals vnto Sathan, who neuer suffreth them to rest, According to that in the 8. of John 34. verse: Whosoever Committeth sin, is the servant of the same ▪ and which makes the slavery the Worse, they Are thereby become vassals unto Sathan, who never suffers them to rest, vvg p-acp cst p-acp dt crd pp-f np1 crd n1: r-crq vvz n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt d ▪ cc r-crq vvz dt n1 dt jc, pns32 vbr av vvn n2 p-acp np1, r-crq av-x vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 34
417 but alwayes setteth them about his drudgery, till he hath wearied them in the way of wickednesse, and brought them to destruction. but always sets them about his drudgery, till he hath wearied them in the Way of wickedness, and brought them to destruction. cc-acp av vvz pno32 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvd pno32 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 34
418 Wisdom the 5. 7. verse. Wherefore in that a blinde woman, seeketh after the light: a foolish woman, after wisedome: Wisdom the 5. 7. verse. Wherefore in that a blind woman, seeks After the Light: a foolish woman, After Wisdom: n1 dt crd crd n1. c-crq p-acp d dt j n1, vvz p-acp dt n1: dt j n1, p-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 34
419 a woman in • … auery, after her redeemer. This in•reaseth the wonder: E•ce mulier pecc•trix: Behold a woman a sinner. a woman in • … auery, After her redeemer. This in•reaseth the wonder: E•ce mulier pecc•trix: Behold a woman a sinner. dt n1 p-acp • … n1, c-acp po31 n1. np1 vvz dt n1: vvb fw-la fw-la: vvb dt n1 dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 34
420 And yet his not this all neither. Behold a woman: A sinner: in a city: a common, a knowen sinner; And yet his not this all neither. Behold a woman: A sinner: in a City: a Common, a known sinner; cc av po31 xx d d av-dx. vvb dt n1: dt n1: p-acp dt n1: dt j, dt j-vvn n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 34
421 blazed ouer a whole city, notorious and infamous. Though there were many (no doubt) in the city: blazed over a Whole City, notorious and infamous. Though there were many (not doubt) in the City: vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, j cc j. cs pc-acp vbdr d (xx n1) p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 34
422 yet was none like vnto her. Shee had lost her honour: her good name: and through custome in sinne, was become carelesse of reports. yet was none like unto her. Shee had lost her honour: her good name: and through custom in sin, was become careless of reports. av vbds pix j p-acp pno31. np1 vhd vvn po31 n1: po31 j n1: cc p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vbds vvn j pp-f n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 34
423 A young offendour, is not impudent on the suddaine, but hath some remorse when hee sinneth. A young Offender, is not impudent on the sudden, but hath Some remorse when he Sinneth. dt j n1, vbz xx j p-acp dt j, cc-acp vhz d n1 c-crq pns31 vvz. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 34
424 He that putteth on new cloathes, will at the first be carefull where hee sitteth, He that putteth on new clothes, will At the First be careful where he Sitteth, pns31 cst vvz p-acp j n2, vmb p-acp dt ord vbi j c-crq pns31 vvz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 34
425 least hee staine or defile them, but being once soyled ouer, he little respecteth where he clappes himselfe downe: lest he stain or defile them, but being once soiled over, he little respecteth where he claps himself down: cs pns31 vvb cc vvi pno32, cc-acp vbg a-acp vvn a-acp, pns31 av-j vvz c-crq pns31 n2 px31 a-acp: (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 34
426 so a nouice in sinne, will haue some care of his conscience, but an inueterate transgressour is without respect. so a novice in sin, will have Some care of his conscience, but an inveterate transgressor is without respect. av dt n1 p-acp n1, vmb vhi d n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc-acp dt j n1 vbz p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 34
427 a horse at the first is quicke vpon the spurre, but a continuall digging in his sides makes him dull, offenders haue sense of sinne in the beginning, a horse At the First is quick upon the spur, but a continual digging in his sides makes him dull, offenders have sense of sin in the beginning, dt n1 p-acp dt ord vbz j p-acp dt n1, cc-acp dt j vvg p-acp po31 n2 vvz pno31 j, n2 vhb n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 35
428 but custome taketh the feeling of sinne away. A Candle lately put out with a little puffe, is lighted againe: but custom Takes the feeling of sin away. A Candle lately put out with a little puff, is lighted again: cc-acp n1 vvz dt n-vvg pp-f n1 av. dt n1 av-j vvd av p-acp dt j n1, vbz vvn av: (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 35
429 but if it bee loug extinguished, it is not so soone reuiued. A young Sinner is easily conuerted, but olde Soakers are hardly reclaimed. but if it be long extinguished, it is not so soon revived. A young Sinner is Easily converted, but old Soakers Are hardly reclaimed. cc-acp cs pn31 vbb j vvn, pn31 vbz xx av av vvn. dt j n1 vbz av-j vvn, cc-acp j n2 vbr av vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 35
430 Behold then a matter full of wonder, A woman a Sinner, an vsuall, an infamous Sinner, tota ciuitate in a whole City, doth now beginne to make a conscience of her actions, hauing had her light long put out, Behold then a matter full of wonder, A woman a Sinner, an usual, an infamous Sinner, tota ciuitate in a Whole city, does now begin to make a conscience of her actions, having had her Light long put out, vvb av dt n1 j pp-f n1, dt n1 dt n1, dt j, dt j n1, fw-la fw-la p-acp dt j-jn n1, vdz av vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, vhg vhn po31 n1 av-j vvn av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 35
431 now beginneth to bee enlightned by Grace, hauing liued long in iniquity, yet now beginneth to haue a feeling of her former life, to leaue her sinne, to seeke after her Sauiour. now begins to be enlightened by Grace, having lived long in iniquity, yet now begins to have a feeling of her former life, to leave her sin, to seek After her Saviour. av vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, vhg vvn av-j p-acp n1, av av vvz pc-acp vhi dt n-vvg pp-f po31 j n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 35
432 This truely is exceeding strange, seldome seene in the world. This truly is exceeding strange, seldom seen in the world. np1 av-j vbz vvg j, av vvn p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 35
433 And therefore no maruell though there bee an ( Ecce ) a word of admiration prefixed: And Therefore no marvel though there be an (Ecce) a word of admiration prefixed: cc av dx n1 cs pc-acp vbi dt (fw-la) dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 35
434 Behold a woman in a City which was a sinner. Behold a woman in a city which was a sinner. vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbds dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 35
435 My Text giueth mee leaue, and her carriage compelleth mee, to make after her a further search. My Text gives me leave, and her carriage compelleth me, to make After her a further search. po11 n1 vvz pno11 vvi, cc po31 n1 vvz pno11, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 dt jc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 35
436 First, who this woman was? Secondly, why her name is concealed? Thirdly, what was her Sinne? Fourthly, where was this City? For the first: First, who this woman was? Secondly, why her name is concealed? Thirdly, what was her Sin? Fourthly, where was this city? For the First: ord, r-crq d n1 vbds? ord, c-crq po31 n1 vbz vvn? ord, r-crq vbds po31 n1? ord, c-crq vbds d n1? p-acp dt ord: (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 35
437 Origen with Theophilact tels vs that there were three, Mary Magdalens, wherof (as they say) this was one. Origen with Theophilact tells us that there were three, Marry Magdalene, whereof (as they say) this was one. np1 p-acp vvd vvz pno12 d pc-acp vbdr crd, uh np2, c-crq (c-acp pns32 vvb) d vbds pi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 35
438 Chrisostome (with whom agreeth Saint Barnard ) is of opinion that there were but two, whereof one was the sister of Lazarns,, and the other, this woman. Chrysostom (with whom agreeth Saint Barnard) is of opinion that there were but two, whereof one was the sister of Lazars,, and the other, this woman. np1 (p-acp ro-crq vvz n1 np1) vbz pp-f n1 cst a-acp vbdr p-acp crd, c-crq pi vbds dt n1 pp-f np1,, cc dt n-jn, d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 35
439 S. Augustine, S. Gregory, and Beda say plainely, there was but one Mary Magdalen, making this, S. Augustine, S. Gregory, and Beda say plainly, there was but one Marry Magdalen, making this, np1 np1, n1 np1, cc np1 vvb av-j, pc-acp vbds p-acp crd uh np1, vvg d, (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 35
440 and the sister of Lazarus and of Martha to be the same, vnto whom there were many sinnes remitted: and the sister of Lazarus and of Martha to be the same, unto whom there were many Sins remitted: cc dt n1 pp-f np1 cc pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi dt d, p-acp ro-crq a-acp vbdr d n2 vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 36
441 and out of whom there were many diuels remooued. and out of whom there were many Devils removed. cc av pp-f ro-crq a-acp vbdr d n2 vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 36
442 And albeit some thing might be obiected to the contrary, yet for that I finde it to be the common opinion of ancient times, I am willing to embrace it, the rather for that she was one of them, which followed Christ out of Galile where this accident fell out: And albeit Some thing might be objected to the contrary, yet for that I find it to be the Common opinion of ancient times, I am willing to embrace it, the rather for that she was one of them, which followed christ out of Galilee where this accident fell out: cc cs d n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n-jn, av p-acp cst pns11 vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f j n2, pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi pn31, dt av-c p-acp cst pns31 vbds pi pp-f pno32, r-crq vvd np1 av pp-f np1 c-crq d n1 vvd av: (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 36
443 As we finde in the beginning of the next chapter which makes it more probable. This woman then was Mary Magdalen. As we find in the beginning of the next chapter which makes it more probable. This woman then was Mary Magdalen. c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt ord n1 r-crq vvz pn31 av-dc j. d n1 av vbds np1 np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 36
444 Secondly, why would not the Euangelist call her by her name? was it because shee was so knowen a sinner in all the city? as that shee had thereby (as it were) lost her proper name? Indeed as by good actions, names of honour are many times pocured (as Aristotle for his knowledge is called the Philosopher, Tullie for his eloquence the Oratour ) so for euill deedes are there oftentimes fastened vpon vs Nicke-names of disgrace. Secondly, why would not the Evangelist call her by her name? was it Because she was so known a sinner in all the City? as that she had thereby (as it were) lost her proper name? Indeed as by good actions, names of honour Are many times pocured (as Aristotle for his knowledge is called the Philosopher, Tullie for his eloquence the Orator) so for evil Deeds Are there oftentimes fastened upon us Nicknames of disgrace. ord, q-crq vmd xx dt np1 vvb pno31 p-acp po31 n1? vbds pn31 c-acp pns31 vbds av vvn dt n1 p-acp d dt n1? c-acp cst pns31 vhd av (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vvd po31 j n1? np1 c-acp p-acp j n2, n2 pp-f n1 vbr d n2 vvd (c-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 vbz vvn dt n1, np1 p-acp po31 n1 dt n1) av c-acp j-jn n2 vbr a-acp av vvn p-acp pno12 n2 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 36
445 As a contentious fellow may in time be called, a towne-wrangler, a couetous man, a citie miser, a flattering Preacher, a court clawbacke: Such perhaps was Maries cafe. As a contentious fellow may in time be called, a towne-wrangler, a covetous man, a City miser, a flattering Preacher, a court clawbacke: Such perhaps was Mary's cafe. p-acp dt j n1 vmb p-acp n1 vbi vvn, dt n1, dt j n1, dt n1 n1, dt j-vvg n1, dt n1 n1: d av vbds npg1 zz. (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 36
446 Shee was so wretched and shamelesse a sinner, as in stead of Marie she was called the city-sinner. Or was her name suppressed to teach others a lesson, that when wee are about to publish the defects of men, we should conceale their names? so doth Saint Luke in his 16. chapter: Shee was so wretched and shameless a sinner, as in stead of Marry she was called the city-sinner. Or was her name suppressed to teach Others a Lesson, that when we Are about to publish the defects of men, we should conceal their names? so does Saint Lycia in his 16. chapter: np1 vbds av j cc j dt n1, c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f uh pns31 vbds vvn dt n1. cc vbds po31 n1 vvn pc-acp vvi n2-jn dt n1, cst c-crq pns12 vbr a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, pns12 vmd vvi po32 n2? av vdz n1 av p-acp po31 crd n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 36
447 where describing a rich Glutton he tels of his cruelty, he spareth not his particular sinnes, where describing a rich Glutton he tells of his cruelty, he spares not his particular Sins, c-crq vvg dt j n1 pns31 vvz pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvz xx po31 j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 36
448 yet doth he not publish or proclaime his name: Our hatred must be against the sinnes of men, and not the men themselues. yet does he not publish or proclaim his name: Our hatred must be against the Sins of men, and not the men themselves. av vdz pns31 xx vvi cc vvi po31 n1: po12 n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, cc xx dt n2 px32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 36
449 Or is she namelesse, to teach all sinners, that howsoeuer they heere striue, to make their names great: Or is she nameless, to teach all Sinners, that howsoever they Here strive, to make their names great: cc vbz pns31 j, pc-acp vvi d n2, cst c-acp pns32 av vvi, pc-acp vvi po32 n2 j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 37
450 to call their lands after their names Psal. 49. yet that God will not acknowledge them? that before him they shall be namelesse? not once remembring them? to giue his allowance of them? These are likely to be the causes why Mary is heere vnnamed, to call their Lands After their names Psalm 49. yet that God will not acknowledge them? that before him they shall be nameless? not once remembering them? to give his allowance of them? These Are likely to be the Causes why Marry is Here unnamed, pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2 np1 crd av cst np1 vmb xx vvi pno32? cst p-acp pno31 pns32 vmb vbi j? xx a-acp vvg pno32? pc-acp vvi po31 n1 pp-f pno32? d vbr j pc-acp vbi dt n2 c-crq vvi vbz av vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 37
451 and in place of Marie called a sinner. and in place of Marry called a sinner. cc p-acp n1 pp-f uh vvd dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 37
452 But what fowle sinne had she committed? Some are of opinion that she was vnchaste, yet not in body: But what fowl sin had she committed? some Are of opinion that she was unchaste, yet not in body: cc-acp r-crq j n1 vhd pns31 vvn? d vbr pp-f n1 cst pns31 vbds j, av xx p-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 37
453 but only in minde and affection, and that therfore being vsed to decke her selfe wantonly in light attire, she gat the name of a sinner. but only in mind and affection, and that Therefore being used to deck her self wantonly in Light attire, she got the name of a sinner. cc-acp av-j p-acp n1 cc n1, cc cst av vbg vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av-jn p-acp j n1, pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 37
454 It is commonly found true, that outward attire is the token of inward disposition, yet for that publike censure passeth vpon none where sinne is secret, It is commonly found true, that outward attire is the token of inward disposition, yet for that public censure passes upon none where sin is secret, pn31 vbz av-j vvn j, cst j n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, av p-acp cst j n1 vvz p-acp pix q-crq n1 vbz j-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 37
455 and that the Euangelist nameth her a sinner in a city, a knowen offendour, it cannot choose, and that the Evangelist names her a sinner in a City, a known Offender, it cannot choose, cc cst dt np1 vvz pno31 dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt j-vvn n1, pn31 vmbx vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 37
456 but that her offences were publike in her outward actions. but that her offences were public in her outward actions. cc-acp cst po31 n2 vbdr j p-acp po31 j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 37
457 Others suppose shee was a common whore, prostituting her body to euery commer, but this (mee thinketh) is too sharpe a censure. Others suppose she was a Common whore, prostituting her body to every commer, but this (me Thinketh) is too sharp a censure. ng2-jn vvb pns31 vbds dt j n1, vvg po31 n1 p-acp d n1, cc-acp d (pno11 vvz) vbz av j dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 37
458 For such (for the most part) are poore and miserable, and know not readily otherwise to relieue themselues: For such (for the most part) Are poor and miserable, and know not readily otherwise to relieve themselves: p-acp d (c-acp dt av-ds n1) vbr j cc j, cc vvb xx av-j av pc-acp vvi px32: (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 37
459 but Mary Magdalen was well descended of good wealth: she ministred vnto Christ and his disciples out of her owne abundance. but Marry Magdalen was well descended of good wealth: she ministered unto christ and his Disciples out of her own abundance. cc-acp uh np1 vbds av vvn pp-f j n1: pns31 vvd p-acp np1 cc po31 n2 av pp-f po31 d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 37
460 And therefore it is not likely that she would betake herselfe to so base a trade: And Therefore it is not likely that she would betake herself to so base a trade: cc av pn31 vbz xx j cst pns31 vmd vvi px31 p-acp av j dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 37
461 Most probable it is, that amongst other of her sinnes, whoredome was one, that she had giuen herselfe to idlenesse, Most probable it is, that among other of her Sins, whoredom was one, that she had given herself to idleness, av-ds j pn31 vbz, cst p-acp n-jn pp-f po31 n2, n1 vbds pi, cst pns31 vhd vvn px31 p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 37
462 and so fallen into filthy lust, which is a sinne subiect to great reproach, especially in a woman of eminent rancke none more, and so fallen into filthy lust, which is a sin Subject to great reproach, especially in a woman of eminent rank none more, cc av vvn p-acp j n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 j-jn p-acp j n1, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 pix av-dc, (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 38
463 for which cause she was publiquely noted and termed a sinner in all the city. for which cause she was publicly noted and termed a sinner in all the City. p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vbds av-j vvn cc vvd dt n1 p-acp d dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 38
464 This city out of Question was the city Naim in Galile, of which wee reade in the eleuenth verse of this chapter: This City out of Question was the City Nain in Galilee, of which we read in the Eleventh verse of this chapter: d n1 av pp-f n1 vbds dt n1 np1 p-acp np1, pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 38
465 which our Euangelist in this place nameth not: being needlesse without cause to repeat one thing twice. which our Evangelist in this place names not: being needless without cause to repeat one thing twice. r-crq po12 np1 p-acp d n1 vvz xx: vbg j p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi crd n1 av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 38
466 Heere did Christ raise to life the widowes dead son. Heere did he raise to grace this sinfull woman. Here did christ raise to life the Widows dead son. Here did he raise to grace this sinful woman. av vdd np1 vvi p-acp n1 dt n2 j n1. av vdd pns31 vvi pc-acp vvi d j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 38
467 In this prouince of Galile was Mary borne, in a towne called Magdaleel, of which we read in the nineteenth of Iosua, and of which towne shee tooke her name ( Magdalen ), In this province of Galilee was Mary born, in a town called Magdaleel, of which we read in the nineteenth of Iosua, and of which town she took her name (Magdalen), p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 vbds np1 vvn, p-acp dt n1 vvn np1, pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt ord pp-f np1, cc pp-f r-crq n1 pns31 vvd po31 n1 (np1), (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 38
468 Now in this city of Galile she hearing of the fame of Christ, and being moued in her minde, with the strangenesse of the Miracle, wrought vpon the widowes sonne: Now in this City of Galilee she hearing of the fame of christ, and being moved in her mind, with the strangeness of the Miracle, wrought upon the Widows son: av p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 pns31 vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vbg vvn p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvn p-acp dt ng2 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 38
469 being also touched with the spirit of God, and resoluing with her selfe, that this was the Messias that was to come; being also touched with the Spirit of God, and resolving with her self, that this was the Messias that was to come; vbg av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvg p-acp po31 n1, cst d vbds dt np1 cst vbds pc-acp vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 38
470 we may well conceiue (by reason of the Sequel her speedy Conuersion which followed) that she thus reasoned within her soule. we may well conceive (by reason of the Sequel her speedy Conversion which followed) that she thus reasoned within her soul. pns12 vmb av vvi (p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 po31 j n1 r-crq vvd) cst pns31 av vvd p-acp po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 38
471 Surely, he that hath restored to life a dead young man: can likewise giue life vnto mee, who am deade in my sinnes: Surely, he that hath restored to life a dead young man: can likewise give life unto me, who am dead in my Sins: np1, pns31 cst vhz vvn p-acp n1 dt j j n1: vmb av vvi n1 p-acp pno11, r-crq vbr j p-acp po11 n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 38
472 Hee that onely by a (Touch) caused the men that bare the corps to stay: He that only by a (Touch) caused the men that bore the corpse to stay: pns31 cst av-j p-acp dt (n1) vvd dt n2 cst vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 38
473 can compell these to cease which are carrying me to Hell. can compel these to cease which Are carrying me to Hell. vmb vvi d pc-acp vvi r-crq vbr vvg pno11 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 38
474 My beauty, my riches, my liberty, my youthfull yeeres, they are now transporting mee into the hands of death. My beauty, my riches, my liberty, my youthful Years, they Are now transporting me into the hands of death. po11 n1, po11 n2, po11 n1, po11 j n2, pns32 vbr av vvg pno11 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 38
475 I will goe vnto this Christ: I will go unto this christ: pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d np1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 38
476 it may bee, hee will vouchsafe to touch me with his hand of mercy, and can se these porters to stay. it may be, he will vouchsafe to touch me with his hand of mercy, and can see these porters to stay. pn31 vmb vbi, pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno11 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1, cc vmb vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 38
477 When a widdow cryed for the death of her sonne, hee was mooued with compassion towards her. When a widow cried for the death of her son, he was moved with compassion towards her. c-crq dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 38
478 If I then who am motherlesse goe and bewaile mine owne estate: if I water his feet with mine owne teares there is hope of mercy for me. If I then who am motherless go and bewail mine own estate: if I water his feet with mine own tears there is hope of mercy for me. cs pns11 av q-crq vbm j vvi cc vvi po11 d n1: cs pns11 vvi po31 n2 p-acp po11 d n2 a-acp vbz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno11. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 39
479 He that calleth all sinners to repentance, will not despise mee, though I bee a sinner. He that calls all Sinners to Repentance, will not despise me, though I be a sinner. pns31 cst vvz d n2 p-acp n1, vmb xx vvi pno11, cs pns11 vbb dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 39
480 Surely this is that Prophet which is sent to visit vs: I will runne vnto this fountaine: Surely this is that Prophet which is sent to visit us: I will run unto this fountain: np1 d vbz d n1 r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno12: pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 39
481 I will returne vnto my God from whom I haue gone astray. I will return unto my God from whom I have gone astray. pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1 p-acp ro-crq pns11 vhb vvn av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 39
482 And forthwith (sayth the Text) when she knew that Iesus sat at the Table, in the Pharisies house, shee went vnto him. And forthwith (say the Text) when she knew that Iesus sat At the Table, in the Pharisees house, she went unto him. cc av (vvz dt n1) c-crq pns31 vvd cst np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt np2 n1, pns31 vvd p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 39
483 And heere doth our Euangelist begin to describe her Conuersion. Wherein hee imitateth a skilfull painter, who first draweth out the lineaments of his picture, with a coale or blacke lead and then layeth on liuely colours. And Here does our Evangelist begin to describe her Conversion. Wherein he imitateth a skilful painter, who First draws out the lineaments of his picture, with a coal or black led and then Layeth on lively colours. cc av vdz po12 np1 vvi pc-acp vvi po31 n1. c-crq pns31 vvz dt j n1, r-crq ord vvz av dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 cc j-jn n1 cc av vvz p-acp j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 39
484 So doth S. Luke ▪ first he noteth out Marie with a black coale, and now hee setteth her out with beautifull and perfect colours. So does S. Lycia ▪ First he notes out Marry with a black coal, and now he sets her out with beautiful and perfect colours. np1 vdz n1 av ▪ ord pns31 vvz av uh p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc av pns31 vvz pno31 av p-acp j cc j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 39
485 This first thing obseruable in her Conuersion is her knowledge & with all her speed: This First thing observable in her Conversion is her knowledge & with all her speed: d ord n1 j p-acp po31 n1 vbz po31 n1 cc p-acp d po31 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 39
486 when she knew: then she went Knowledge is the first step to amendment of life: knowledge of Christ: when she knew: then she went Knowledge is the First step to amendment of life: knowledge of christ: c-crq pns31 vvd: cs pns31 vvd n1 vbz dt ord n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1: n1 pp-f np1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 39
487 knowledge of our selues ( both in this woman ) For vnto a sound Conuersion these three things must concurre. 1. A heauenly light in our vnderstanding. knowledge of our selves (both in this woman) For unto a found Conversion these three things must concur. 1. A heavenly Light in our understanding. n1 pp-f po12 n2 (d p-acp d n1) c-acp p-acp dt j n1 d crd n2 vmb vvi. crd dt j n1 p-acp po12 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 39
488 2. A holy heat in our will and affections. 3. The strength of Gods arme in our works and actions. 2. A holy heat in our will and affections. 3. The strength of God's arm in our works and actions. crd dt j n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc n2. crd dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 39
489 Now a heauenly light in the vnderstanding must go before. Now a heavenly Light in the understanding must go before. av dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi a-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 39
490 The first thing, which God made in the framing of the world was light, and the first thing also which he worketh in our conuersion is light, a true knowledge in our vnderstanding. This light, this heat this strength of action had this blessed conuert. First she knew, there was her light; Then shee carried a Box of oyntment, there was her heat: Then she stood: The First thing, which God made in the framing of the world was Light, and the First thing also which he works in our conversion is Light, a true knowledge in our understanding. This Light, this heat this strength of actium had this blessed convert. First she knew, there was her Light; Then she carried a Box of ointment, there was her heat: Then she stood: dt ord n1, r-crq np1 vvd p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 vbds j, cc dt ord n1 av r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po12 n1 vbz j, dt j n1 p-acp po12 vvg. d j, d vvb d n1 pp-f n1 vhd d j-vvn vvi. ord pns31 vvd, pc-acp vbds po31 j; cs pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1, a-acp vbds po31 n1: av pns31 vvd: (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 39
491 she wept, she watered, she wiped, she kissed, she annoynted Christs feet; Heere was her strength in action. she wept, she watered, she wiped, she kissed, she anointed Christ feet; Here was her strength in actium. pns31 vvd, pns31 vvd, pns31 vvd, pns31 vvn, pns31 vvn npg1 n2; av vbds po31 n1 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 40
492 Now as the first degree vnto amendment of life is knowledge: knowledge of God whom we haue offended: Now as the First degree unto amendment of life is knowledge: knowledge of God whom we have offended: av c-acp dt ord n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vbz n1: n1 pp-f np1 ro-crq pns12 vhb vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 40
493 and knowledge of our selues who are offendours ) according to that in the 51 Psalme, Wash me O God from mine iniquities and clense me from my sins, (sayth Dauid ) why so? Because I know mine iniquities, and knowledge of our selves who Are offenders) according to that in the 51 Psalm, Wash me Oh God from mine iniquities and cleanse me from my Sins, (say David) why so? Because I know mine iniquities, cc n1 pp-f po12 n2 r-crq vbr n2) vvg p-acp cst p-acp dt crd n1, vvb pno11 uh np1 p-acp po11 n2 cc vvb pno11 p-acp po11 n2, (vvz np1) c-crq av? p-acp pns11 vvb po11 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 40
494 and my sinnes are alwaies before me) So the second step to Conuersion, is presently to goe vnto him, that can heale, that can pardon, that can cure our infirmities. and my Sins Are always before me) So the second step to Conversion, is presently to go unto him, that can heal, that can pardon, that can cure our infirmities. cc po11 n2 vbr av p-acp pno11) av dt ord n1 p-acp n1, vbz av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cst vmb vvi, cst vmb vvi, cst vmb vvi po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 40
495 Thus went this woman on, she had knowledge of Christ, and then forthwith she goeth vnto him. Thus went this woman on, she had knowledge of christ, and then forthwith she Goes unto him. av vvd d n1 a-acp, pns31 vhd n1 pp-f np1, cc av av pns31 vvz p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 40
496 She knew that her sins were like snakes in her bosome, which she would not (hauing knowledge of them) sleepe with all, She knew that her Sins were like snakes in her bosom, which she would not (having knowledge of them) sleep with all, pns31 vvd cst po31 n2 vbdr av-j n2 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq pns31 vmd xx (vhg n1 pp-f pno32) vvb p-acp d, (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 40
497 but by and by labour to rid herselfe from them. but by and by labour to rid herself from them. cc-acp p-acp cc p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 40
498 Vnhappy Pharaoh being plagued with frogges in his Bed, in his ouen, in his kneading troughes and all his chambers, feare caused him to seeke vnto God: Unhappy Pharaoh being plagued with frogs in his Bed, in his oven, in his kneading troughs and all his chambers, Fear caused him to seek unto God: j np1 vbg vvn p-acp n2 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 vvg n2 cc d po31 n2, vvb vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 40
499 but when Moses sayd vnto him Exodus 8. 9. verse, When shall I pray for thee that these frogges may be destroyed, he answereth in the tenth verse, that he should doe it to Morrow. but when Moses said unto him Exodus 8. 9. verse, When shall I pray for thee that these frogs may be destroyed, he Answers in the tenth verse, that he should do it to Morrow. cc-acp c-crq np1 vvd p-acp pno31 fw-la crd crd n1, c-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp pno21 cst d n2 vmb vbi vvn, pns31 vvz p-acp dt ord n1, cst pns31 vmd vdi pn31 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 40
500 It had beene fitter for a man in his case to haue requested Moses to pray presently, It had been fitter for a man in his case to have requested Moses to pray presently, pn31 vhd vbn jc p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vhi vvn np1 pc-acp vvi av-j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 40
501 but hee was content to deferre and put off his deliuerance. Many are there in the worlde at this day, iust of Pharaohs stampe: but he was content to defer and put off his deliverance. Many Are there in the world At this day, just of Pharaohs stamp: cc-acp pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi cc vvi a-acp po31 n1. av-d vbr a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, j pp-f np1 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 40
502 who hauing their sinnes croking in their consciences (as the frogges crawled in Pharaohes chambers) are yet contented to delay their Conuersion from day to day, To Morrow (say they) or some time heereafter will serue the turne. who having their Sins croaking in their Consciences (as the frogs crawled in Pharaohes chambers) Are yet contented to Delay their Conversion from day to day, To Morrow (say they) or Some time hereafter will serve the turn. r-crq vhg po32 n2 j-vvg p-acp po32 n2 (c-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp n2 n2) vbr av vvn pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 (vvb pns32) cc d n1 av vmb vvi dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 41
503 But Marie was of another minde, for being a woman (whose vsuall commendation is to keepe at home) the leaueth her owne house: beeing a sinner: But Marry was of Another mind, for being a woman (whose usual commendation is to keep At home) the Leaveth her own house: being a sinner: p-acp uh vbds pp-f j-jn n1, c-acp vbg dt n1 (rg-crq j n1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp n1-an) av vvz po31 d n1: vbg dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 41
504 she steppeth into the house of a Pharisie (who could not abide the presence of a Sinner) she made no bones (contrary to the rule of modesty) to thrust herselfe amongest a company that sat at meat: she steppeth into the house of a Pharisee (who could not abide the presence of a Sinner) she made no bones (contrary to the Rule of modesty) to thrust herself amongst a company that sat At meat: pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (r-crq vmd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1) pns31 vvd dx n2 (j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1) pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 cst vvd p-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 41
505 nothing could withhold her from the house where her Sauiour was, vir• egeno inutilis pud•r (sayth the Prouerbe) ouermuch shamefastnesse is no profitable vertue for a beggar. nothing could withhold her from the house where her Saviour was, vir• egeno inutilis pud•r (say the Proverb) overmuch shamefastness is no profitable virtue for a beggar. pix vmd vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 c-crq po31 n1 vbds, n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la (vvz dt n1) av n1 vbz dx j n1 p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 41
506 Marie therefore takes not counsell with the world: Marry Therefore Takes not counsel with the world: uh av vvz xx vvi p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 41
507 shee respects not the speech of men: (which many times cause vs to surcease from good actions) she feared not the mockes and scoffes of the Pharisies, she stayed not till Christ had dined and come foorth with his disciples: she forgat circumstances of behauiour: she respects not the speech of men: (which many times cause us to surcease from good actions) she feared not the mocks and scoffs of the Pharisees, she stayed not till christ had dined and come forth with his Disciples: she forgot Circumstances of behaviour: pns31 vvz xx dt n1 pp-f n2: (r-crq d n2 vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2) pns31 vvd xx dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt np2, pns31 vvd xx p-acp np1 vhd vvn cc vvn av p-acp po31 n2: pns31 vvd n2 pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 41
508 And remembred nothing but God and her sinnes: when shee knew where Christ was, shee could not rest till shee came vnto him. And remembered nothing but God and her Sins: when she knew where christ was, she could not rest till she Come unto him. cc vvd pix cc-acp np1 cc po31 n2: c-crq pns31 vvd c-crq np1 vbds, pns31 vmd xx vvi c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 41
509 Why? could she not haue inuited Christ vnto her owne house as Matthew and Zache did (who were also sinners?) She knew that hee receiued sinners: did eat with sinners: Why? could she not have invited christ unto her own house as Matthew and Zacchaeus did (who were also Sinners?) She knew that he received Sinners: did eat with Sinners: q-crq? vmd pns31 xx vhi vvn np1 p-acp po31 d n1 p-acp np1 cc vvb vdd (r-crq vbdr av n2?) pns31 vvd cst pns31 vvd n2: vdd vvi p-acp n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 41
510 I but Mary made more haste then so: I but Marry made more haste then so: pns11 cc-acp uh vvd dc n1 cs av: (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 41
511 shee had fire in her bowels, the Spirit of God was as a flame within her. she had fire in her bowels, the Spirit of God was as a flame within her. pns31 vhd n1 p-acp po31 n2, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 41
512 Beside she was an humbled and a broken hearted sinner deeming herselfe now vnwoorthy to receiue Christ vnder the roofe of her house: Beside she was an humbled and a broken hearted sinner deeming herself now unworthy to receive christ under the roof of her house: p-acp pns31 vbds dt j-vvn cc dt j-vvn j-vvn n1 vvg px31 av j-u pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 41
513 if like a dog she might wait at his feet, and there receiue but the crums of his goodnes & mercy, she thought that enough for her. if like a dog she might wait At his feet, and there receive but the crumbs of his Goodness & mercy, she Thought that enough for her. cs av-j dt n1 pns31 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n2, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, pns31 vvd cst av-d p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 41
514 A notable example for vs to follow; A notable Exampl for us to follow; dt j n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 41
515 teaching vs in our necessities, both 〈 ◊ 〉 whom, and how to goe, euen to ru• … e vnto our God with a broken heart. teaching us in our necessities, both 〈 ◊ 〉 whom, and how to go, even to ru• … e unto our God with a broken heart. vvg pno12 p-acp po12 n2, av-d 〈 sy 〉 qo-crq, cc c-crq pc-acp vvi, av p-acp n1 … sy p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 42
516 So did the Centurion in the third verse of this Chapter. So did the Cananitish woman, Math. 15: So did the Centurion in the third verse of this Chapter. So did the Canaanite woman, Math. 15: av vdd dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1. av vdd dt jp n1, np1 crd: (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 42
517 So Dauid in all his troubles ▪ Lord (sayeth he) Psalme 143. Deliuer mee from all mine enemies, So David in all his Troubles ▪ Lord (Saith he) Psalm 143. Deliver me from all mine enemies, av np1 p-acp d po31 n2 ▪ n1 (vvz pns31) n1 crd vvb pno11 p-acp d po11 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 42
518 for I hide mee vnder the shadow of thy wings, that I may bee defended by thy power. for I hide me under the shadow of thy wings, that I may be defended by thy power. c-acp pns11 vvb pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, cst pns11 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po21 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 42
519 So did Moses and Aaron, who to auoide the Rage of the people, betooke themselues vnto the Tabernacle of their God, Numb. 16. Vnto this course are wee inuited by our Sauiour himselfe in the 11. of Mathew, Come vnto mee you that trauell and are heauy laden, and I will refresh you. So did Moses and Aaron, who to avoid the Rage of the people, betook themselves unto the Tabernacle of their God, Numb. 16. Unto this course Are we invited by our Saviour himself in the 11. of Matthew, Come unto me you that travel and Are heavy laden, and I will refresh you. av vdd np1 cc np1, r-crq pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvd px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, j. crd p-acp d n1 vbr pns12 vvn p-acp po12 n1 px31 p-acp dt crd pp-f np1, vvb p-acp pno11 pn22 cst vvb cc vbr j vvn, cc pns11 vmb vvi pn22. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 42
520 Who euer cried vnto God and was not heard? who euer sought him with his heart, Who ever cried unto God and was not herd? who ever sought him with his heart, r-crq av vvd p-acp np1 cc vbds xx vvn? q-crq av vvd pno31 p-acp po31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 42
521 and did not finde him? who euer shrowded himselfe vnder the shadow of his wings and was not protected by him? As a father is pittifull vnto his owne children, and did not find him? who ever shrouded himself under the shadow of his wings and was not protected by him? As a father is pitiful unto his own children, cc vdd xx vvi pno31? q-crq av vvn px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc vbds xx vvn p-acp pno31? p-acp dt n1 vbz j p-acp po31 d n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 42
522 so hath the Lord mercy of them that feare him, hee knoweth whereof wee are made, hee remembreth that we are but dust. so hath the Lord mercy of them that Fear him, he Knoweth whereof we Are made, he Remember that we Are but dust. av vhz dt n1 n1 pp-f pno32 cst vvb pno31, pns31 vvz c-crq pns12 vbr vvn, pns31 vvz cst pns12 vbr p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 42
523 When Kings are in their Courts, and keepe their Priuy Chambers, none may speake vnto them, When Kings Are in their Courts, and keep their Privy Chambers, none may speak unto them, c-crq n2 vbr p-acp po32 n2, cc vvi po32 j n2, pix vmb vvi p-acp pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 42
524 nor yet approch neere them, but Nobles and parsonages of great account: nor yet approach near them, but Nobles and parsonages of great account: ccx av vvi av-j pno32, p-acp n2-j cc n2 pp-f j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 42
525 but if they walke into the fieldes, take a iourney, or ride a hunting, euery shepheard and Peasant of the Country may haue free accesse and speake his minde. but if they walk into the fields, take a journey, or ride a hunting, every shepherd and Peasant of the Country may have free access and speak his mind. cc-acp cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt n2, vvb dt n1, cc vvi dt n-vvg, d n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vhi j n1 cc vvi po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 42
526 So may wee say of Christ, being in his glory, in the Court of heauen, in the Chamber of his Maiesty, those who familiarly & neerely conuersed with him, were Angels, Archangels, Principalities and Powers ▪ but being made man, So may we say of christ, being in his glory, in the Court of heaven, in the Chamber of his Majesty, those who familiarly & nearly conversed with him, were Angels, Archangels, Principalities and Powers ▪ but being made man, av vmb pns12 vvb pp-f np1, vbg p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, d r-crq av-jn cc av-j vvd p-acp pno31, vbdr n2, n2, n2 cc n2 ▪ cc-acp vbg vvn n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 42
527 and become a Traueller in this worlde, Publicans, Theeues, Harlots, notorious Sinners, they came vnto him. and become a Traveller in this world, Publicans, Thieves, Harlots, notorious Sinners, they Come unto him. cc vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1, np1, n2, n2, j n2, pns32 vvd p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 43
528 He speaketh, he giueth audience to them: for Mary a great Sinner resorted vnto him, and was receiued. He speaks, he gives audience to them: for Marry a great Sinner resorted unto him, and was received. pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz n1 p-acp pno32: c-acp uh dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno31, cc vbds vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 43
529 The Pelagian heretikes, for that Mary went vnto Christ, conclude from hence, that man hath free wil and power in his owne nature to seeke after God. The Pelagian Heretics, for that Marry went unto christ, conclude from hence, that man hath free will and power in his own nature to seek After God. dt jp n2, p-acp d vvi vvd p-acp np1, vvb p-acp av, cst n1 vhz j n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 43
530 But the truth is, that he who receiued Mary, did also make her come. Therefore doth Gregory call Christ, both trahentem and suscipientem, the drawer and the receiuer. Riuers runne howerly into the Sea, But the truth is, that he who received Marry, did also make her come. Therefore does Gregory call christ, both trahentem and suscipientem, the drawer and the receiver. rivers run hourly into the Sea, p-acp dt n1 vbz, cst pns31 r-crq vvd vvi, vdd av vvi po31 vvi. av vdz np1 vvb np1, d fw-la cc fw-la, dt n1 cc dt n1. n2 vvb av-j p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 43
531 yet doth not the Sea thereby ouerslow the banckes, because (as the Preacher tells vs) out of the Sea did they first proceed. yet does not the Sea thereby overslow the banks, Because (as the Preacher tells us) out of the Sea did they First proceed. av vdz xx dt n1 av j dt n2, c-acp (c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12) av pp-f dt n1 vdd pns32 ord vvb. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 43
532 Secretly, doth the Sea by pores and hidden veines send his waters out, & publikely by riuers receiueth them home againe. Secretly, does the Sea by pores and hidden Veins send his waters out, & publicly by Rivers receiveth them home again. av-jn, vdz dt n1 p-acp n2 cc j-vvn n2 vvi po31 n2 av, cc av-j p-acp n2 vvz pno32 av-an av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 43
533 Euen so did Christ with this woman, he called her secretly, he instilled deuotion, loue, repentance, into her heart: Eve so did christ with this woman, he called her secretly, he instilled devotion, love, Repentance, into her heart: np1 av vdd np1 p-acp d n1, pns31 vvd po31 av-jn, pns31 j-vvn n1, n1, n1, p-acp po31 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 43
534 he called her vnto him by priuate inspiration, but he receiued her openly, as the Sea doth the riuers. he called her unto him by private inspiration, but he received her openly, as the Sea does the Rivers. pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp pno31 p-acp j n1, p-acp pns31 vvd pno31 av-j, c-acp dt n1 vdz dt n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 43
535 The gifts of grace, which after an inuisible manner did issue from him, by a visible returning, were made acceptable vnto him. The Gifts of grace, which After an invisible manner did issue from him, by a visible returning, were made acceptable unto him. dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq p-acp dt j n1 vdd vvi p-acp pno31, p-acp dt j vvg, vbdr vvn j p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 43
536 Surely, if Christ had not called, Mary had neuer thought of comming. Surely, if christ had not called, Marry had never Thought of coming. np1, cs np1 vhd xx vvn, uh vhd av-x vvn pp-f vvg. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 43
537 The spirit came (saith Ezechiel in his second chapter) and set me vpon my feet: The Spirit Come (Says Ezechiel in his second chapter) and Set me upon my feet: dt n1 vvd (vvz np1 p-acp po31 ord n1) cc vvb pno11 p-acp po11 n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 43
538 If the spirit had not entred, the prophet had not been raised: neither can sinners rise, till Gods spirit raise them vp: If the Spirit had not entered, the Prophet had not been raised: neither can Sinners rise, till God's Spirit raise them up: cs dt n1 vhd xx vvn, dt n1 vhd xx vbn vvn: av-dx vmb n2 vvi, c-acp ng1 n1 vvi pno32 a-acp: (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 43
539 they cannot goe, till they be mooued. They are not vnlike the Eccho in the wood; they cannot go, till they be moved. They Are not unlike the Echo in the wood; pns32 vmbx vvi, c-acp pns32 vbb vvn. pns32 vbr xx av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 43
540 for as the Eccho hath no power to speake first, but onely to answer ▪ so is it with all kinde of sinners, Gods voice must sound, for as the Echo hath no power to speak First, but only to answer ▪ so is it with all kind of Sinners, God's voice must found, c-acp c-acp dt n1 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi ord, cc-acp av-j p-acp vvb ▪ av vbz pn31 p-acp d n1 pp-f n2, ng1 n1 vmb vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 43
541 before they haue power to speake: before they have power to speak: p-acp pns32 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 44
542 He must draw, before they can obey: Hee must often call, yet will they slowly answer. And herein also doe they resemble the Eccho, which though many words be spoken, yeelds but few againe. He must draw, before they can obey: He must often call, yet will they slowly answer. And herein also do they resemble the Echo, which though many words be spoken, yields but few again. pns31 vmb vvi, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi: pns31 vmb av vvb, av vmb pns32 av-j vvi. cc av av vdb pns32 vvi dt n1, r-crq cs d n2 vbb vvn, vvz p-acp d av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 44
543 Mary then being priuately called, did openly come. Teaching vs hereby to testifie our inward calling, by our outward comming. For Mary being called, she answered, she came, she came presently, and she came not empty. For as it followeth in the Text, she brought a box of oyntment with her. Marry then being privately called, did openly come. Teaching us hereby to testify our inward calling, by our outward coming. For Marry being called, she answered, she Come, she Come presently, and she Come not empty. For as it follows in the Text, she brought a box of ointment with her. uh av vbg av-jn vvn, vdd av-j vvn. vvg pno12 av pc-acp vvi po12 j n-vvg, p-acp po12 j n-vvg. p-acp uh vbg vvn, pns31 vvn, pns31 vvd, pns31 vvd av-j, cc pns31 vvd xx j. c-acp c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 44
544 That whereof she made so high account, wherwith she annointed and perfumed her selfe, when she liued like a wanton: That whereof she made so high account, wherewith she anointed and perfumed her self, when she lived like a wanton: cst c-crq pns31 vvd av j n1, c-crq pns31 vvd cc vvn po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vvd av-j dt j-jn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 44
545 that sweet and precious oyntment, she brought vnto Christ. that sweet and precious ointment, she brought unto christ. d j cc j n1, pns31 vvd p-acp np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 44
546 Was it for that her sinnes were vnsauorie, and therefore would come with odours? Indeed in the 30. of Exodus we read, that before the sacrifice for sinne was offered, Incense (by the law) was to be burned. Was it for that her Sins were unsavoury, and Therefore would come with odours? Indeed in the 30. of Exodus we read, that before the sacrifice for sin was offered, Incense (by the law) was to be burned. vbds pn31 p-acp d po31 n2 vbdr j, cc av vmd vvi p-acp n2? av p-acp dt crd pp-f fw-la pns12 vvi, cst p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvb vbds vvn, vvb (p-acp dt n1) vbds pc-acp vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 44
547 So perhaps did this Sinner, she came first with her sweet smelling oyntment, lest by the stench of her sinnes shee should offend her Sauiour. So perhaps did this Sinner, she Come First with her sweet smelling ointment, lest by the stench of her Sins she should offend her Saviour. av av vdd d n1, pns31 vvd ord p-acp po31 j j-vvg n1, cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 44
548 Or was it rather to prepare him with her gift, and therefore did beare him this box of oyntment? This was Iacobs policie toward his brother Esau. Hee gaue gifts vnto him to preuent his anger, Gen. 32. or was it for that God commanded that none should appeare before him? Exo. 32. Being therefore now about to present her selfe vnto her God, to show her sorrow for her sinnes, to professe her obedience vnto his law. Or was it rather to prepare him with her gift, and Therefore did bear him this box of ointment? This was Iacobs policy towards his brother Esau He gave Gifts unto him to prevent his anger, Gen. 32. or was it for that God commanded that none should appear before him? Exo. 32. Being Therefore now about to present her self unto her God, to show her sorrow for her Sins, to profess her Obedience unto his law. cc vbds pn31 av-c pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, cc av vdd vvi pno31 d n1 pp-f n1? d vbds npg1 n1 p-acp po31 n1 np1 pns31 vvd n2 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 vvi, np1 crd cc vbds pn31 p-acp d np1 vvd cst pix vmd vvi p-acp pno31? np1 crd vbg av av p-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 44
549 Did shee iudge it meet for her (according to the law) to come with something in her hand? or it may be bicause shee thought him to be the Messias to come, Did she judge it meet for her (according to the law) to come with something in her hand? or it may be Because she Thought him to be the Messias to come, vdd pns31 vvi pn31 vvi p-acp pno31 (vvg p-acp dt n1) pc-acp vvi p-acp pi p-acp po31 n1? cc pn31 vmb vbi c-acp pns31 vvd pno31 pc-acp vbi dt np1 pc-acp vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 44
550 and for that shee saw him indued with more than humane power. She iudged him worthy of honour, and therefore brought him a box of pretious oyntment: and for that she saw him endued with more than humane power. She judged him worthy of honour, and Therefore brought him a box of precious ointment: cc p-acp cst pns31 vvd pno31 vvd p-acp dc cs j n1. pns31 vvd pno31 j pp-f n1, cc av vvd pno31 dt n1 pp-f j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 45
551 that after the manner of that nation, by annointing of him shee might giue honour vnto him: that After the manner of that Nation, by anointing of him she might give honour unto him: cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp vvg pp-f pno31 pns31 vmd vvi n1 p-acp pno31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 45
552 howsoeuer it was, shee came not empty. howsoever it was, she Come not empty. c-acp pn31 vbds, pns31 vvd xx j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 45
553 Condemning heereby the practise of many professours in the world, who loue to come to Christ of free cost: Condemning hereby the practice of many professors in the world, who love to come to christ of free cost: vvg av dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1, r-crq n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 pp-f j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 45
554 if hee once proue chargeable, they will shrinke in the wetting: and their profession growes cold when cost is required: if he once prove chargeable, they will shrink in the wetting: and their profession grows cold when cost is required: cs pns31 a-acp vvi j, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n-vvg: cc po32 n1 vvz j-jn c-crq n1 vbz vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 45
555 but let vs walke with these Pharisies into the Pharisies house, and see how Mary there behaued her selfe. but let us walk with these Pharisees into the Pharisees house, and see how Marry there behaved her self. cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi p-acp d np2 p-acp dt np2 n1, cc vvb c-crq vvi a-acp vvd po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 45
556 First, we find her standing at Christs feet behinde him: First, we find her standing At Christ feet behind him: ord, pns12 vvb pno31 vvg p-acp npg1 n2 p-acp pno31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 45
557 for as the Publican durst not lift his eyes to heauen, Luke 18. so was Mary ashamed to behold her Sauiour in the face, shee goeth boldly into the house: for as the Publican durst not lift his eyes to heaven, Lycia 18. so was Mary ashamed to behold her Saviour in the face, she Goes boldly into the house: c-acp c-acp dt n1 vvd xx vvi po31 n2 p-acp n1, av crd av vbds np1 j pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 45
558 shee feareth not the countenance of those that were present: she fears not the countenance of those that were present: pns31 vvz xx dt n1 pp-f d cst vbdr j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 45
559 shee knew whom shee had offended, and therefore in an humble bashfulnesse shee cast her selfe behind him: she knew whom she had offended, and Therefore in an humble bashfulness she cast her self behind him: pns31 vvd r-crq pns31 vhd vvn, cc av p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp pno31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 45
560 Against thee O Lord haue I sinned (saith Dauid in his 51. Psalme:) Why doth Dauid say so? Had he not transgressed against Vriah also? It is as much as if Dauid had saide: Against thee Oh Lord have I sinned (Says David in his 51. Psalm:) Why does David say so? Had he not transgressed against Uriah also? It is as much as if David had said: p-acp pno21 uh n1 vhb pns11 vvn (vvz np1 p-acp po31 crd n1:) q-crq vdz np1 vvb av? vhd pns31 xx vvn p-acp np1 av? pn31 vbz p-acp d c-acp cs np1 vhd j-vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 45
561 Though I haue sinned diuers wayes, and offended others, yet it is thou (O Lord alone) which causest me to be ashamed of my sin. Though I have sinned diverse ways, and offended Others, yet it is thou (Oh Lord alone) which causest me to be ashamed of my since. cs pns11 vhb vvn j n2, cc vvn n2-jn, av pn31 vbz pns21 (uh n1 av-j) r-crq vv2 pno11 pc-acp vbi j pp-f po11 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 45
562 Thus was Mary affected when she came into the house, her sinnes against Christ made her abashed to looke vpon him. Thus was Mary affected when she Come into the house, her Sins against christ made her abashed to look upon him. av vbds np1 vvn c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, po31 n2 p-acp np1 vvd pno31 vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 45
563 This is flatly contrary to the practise of worldly men and women, who neuer care how grossely they offend their God, This is flatly contrary to the practice of worldly men and women, who never care how grossly they offend their God, d vbz av-j j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2, r-crq av-x vvb c-crq av-j pns32 vvb po32 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 45
564 so the dores be shut, & they can escape the shame of men: as for Christ, they will stare him in the face: so the doors be shut, & they can escape the shame of men: as for christ, they will stare him in the face: av dt n2 vbb vvn, cc pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n2: c-acp p-acp np1, pns32 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 45
565 his eies they feare not, so the world do not see them: if they can be drunke in a cellar: his eyes they Fear not, so the world do not see them: if they can be drunk in a cellar: png31 n2 pns32 vvb xx, av dt n1 vdb xx vvi pno32: cs pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 46
566 if they can oppresse cunningly with some pretty colour: if they can but get the good opinion of men: if they can oppress cunningly with Some pretty colour: if they can but get the good opinion of men: cs pns32 vmb vvi av-jn p-acp d j n1: cs pns32 vmb cc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 46
567 as for Christ Iesus they will beard him to his head, and braue him out of countenance. as for christ Iesus they will beard him to his head, and brave him out of countenance. c-acp p-acp np1 np1 pns32 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi pno31 av pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 46
568 This holy conuert was otherwise affected: This holy convert was otherwise affected: d j vvi vbds av vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 46
569 she was not ashamed because of the Pharisie: the guests which were at the bord did not affright her; she was not ashamed Because of the Pharisee: the guests which were At the board did not affright her; pns31 vbds xx j c-acp pp-f dt n1: dt n2 r-crq vbdr p-acp dt n1 vdd xx vvi pno31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 46
570 the multitude in the house, nothing moued her: It was only Christs presence that strucke her conscience, and therfore she stood behind him. the multitude in the house, nothing moved her: It was only Christ presence that struck her conscience, and Therefore she stood behind him. dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pix vvn pno31: pn31 vbds av-j npg1 n1 cst vvd po31 n1, cc av pns31 vvd p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 46
571 But what did she there? I will tell you but of one thing she did, But what did she there? I will tell you but of one thing she did, p-acp q-crq vdd pns31 a-acp? pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp pp-f crd n1 pns31 vdd, (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 46
572 and leaue the rest to your reading in the Text. She beganne to water his feet with her teares: and leave the rest to your reading in the Text. She began to water his feet with her tears: cc vvi dt n1 p-acp po22 n-vvg p-acp dt np1 pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp po31 n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 46
573 that is such a fountaine of teares gushed out of her eyes, as that they beganne to water Christs feet, (not onely wet them) and that as she stood also, that is such a fountain of tears gushed out of her eyes, as that they began to water Christ feet, (not only wet them) and that as she stood also, cst vbz d dt n1 pp-f n2 vvd av pp-f po31 n2, c-acp cst pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi npg1 n2, (xx av-j vvi pno32) cc d c-acp pns31 vvd av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 46
574 before she bowed herselfe vnto the ground, to wipe them, to kisse them, to annoynt them with her oyntment. before she bowed herself unto the ground, to wipe them, to kiss them, to anoint them with her ointment. c-acp pns31 vvd px31 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 46
575 O what a wonderfull griefe did this woman conceiue for her sinfull life past: O what a wonderful grief did this woman conceive for her sinful life passed: sy r-crq dt j n1 vdd d n1 vvi p-acp po31 j n1 vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 46
576 that being a woman (no doubt) of some reasonable stature (for Mary Magdalen is held to haue beene a comely person) yet euen as shee stood, did her teares runne downe her cheekes: that being a woman (no doubt) of Some reasonable stature (for Marry Magdalen is held to have been a comely person) yet even as she stood, did her tears run down her cheeks: cst vbg dt n1 (dx n1) pp-f d j n1 (c-acp uh np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vbn dt j n1) av av-j c-acp pns31 vvd, vdd po31 n2 vvn a-acp po31 n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 46
577 did they descend to the ground and watered the feet of Christ. Surely, that same ice which was congealed in her breast, being frozen in her sinnes: did they descend to the ground and watered the feet of christ. Surely, that same ice which was congealed in her breast, being frozen in her Sins: vdd pns32 vvi p-acp dt n1 cc vvd dt n2 pp-f np1. av-j, cst d n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1, vbg vvn p-acp po31 n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 46
578 did now at her comming to Christ, resolue and flowed from her eyes. did now At her coming to christ, resolve and flowed from her eyes. vdd av p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp np1, vvb cc vvd p-acp po31 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 46
579 She set her sinnes in the eyes of her minde, and her sinnes set teares in the eyes of her bodie. She Set her Sins in the eyes of her mind, and her Sins Set tears in the eyes of her body. pns31 vvd po31 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc po31 n2 vvn n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 46
580 Let vs learne to follow Mary in this godly practise. Let us Learn to follow Marry in this godly practice. vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi vvi p-acp d j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 47
581 If Baronius (out of his old manuscript) sayth true, she came with Lazarus and her sister Martha into Britaine: Her example is thereby made more proper vnto vs. Wherefore let vs with Mary set our sinnes before vs, that our eyes may weepe for vs. Nettles and thornes are hurtfull in a garden; If Baronius (out of his old manuscript) say true, she Come with Lazarus and her sister Martha into Britain: Her Exampl is thereby made more proper unto us Wherefore let us with Marry Set our Sins before us, that our eyes may weep for us Nettles and thorns Are hurtful in a garden; cs np1 (av pp-f po31 j n1) vvz j, pns31 vvd p-acp np1 cc po31 n1 np1 p-acp np1: po31 n1 vbz av vvn av-dc j p-acp pno12 c-crq vvd pno12 p-acp uh vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno12, cst po12 n2 vmb vvi p-acp pno12 n2 cc n2 vbr j p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 47
582 yet are they profitable in the pale or hedge: for that they serue as a fence to preserue the same. yet Are they profitable in the pale or hedge: for that they serve as a fence to preserve the same. av vbr pns32 j p-acp dt j cc n1: c-acp cst pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 47
583 Sinnes in the soule are very dangerous vnto it, they pricke, they sting, they wound the conscience like nettles and thornes but retaine them in the memory: Sins in the soul Are very dangerous unto it, they prick, they sting, they wound the conscience like nettles and thorns but retain them in the memory: ng1 p-acp dt n1 vbr av j p-acp pn31, pns32 vvb, pns32 vvb, pns32 vvd dt n1 av-j n2 cc n2 p-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 47
584 keepe them in the skirt of the soule, that thou mayst mourne for them, and then are they profitable to defend the soule. keep them in the skirt of the soul, that thou Mayest mourn for them, and then Are they profitable to defend the soul. vvb pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp pno32, cc av vbr pns32 j pc-acp vvi dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 47
585 Adam was placed ouer against Paradice. Gen. 3. that beholding the garden from whence hee was cast and therby being brought to the remembrance of his sinne he might be grieued for it. Adam was placed over against Paradise. Gen. 3. that beholding the garden from whence he was cast and thereby being brought to the remembrance of his sin he might be grieved for it. np1 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp n1. np1 crd d vvg dt n1 p-acp c-crq pns31 vbds vvn cc av vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 47
586 So Marie heere recounting with her selfe; So Marry Here recounting with her self; av uh av vvg p-acp po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 47
587 that shee had lost her God, and the pleasures of Paradice for the delights of her flesh, she is grieued at the heart, and resolued into teares. that she had lost her God, and the pleasures of Paradise for the delights of her Flesh, she is grieved At the heart, and resolved into tears. cst pns31 vhd vvn po31 n1, cc dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvd p-acp n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 47
588 Often haue I seene the heauens to raine vpon the earth, but neuer the earth to poure showers vpon heauen till now: Often have I seen the heavens to rain upon the earth, but never the earth to pour showers upon heaven till now: av vhb pns11 vvn dt n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc-acp av-x dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1 c-acp av: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 47
589 here is an earthly woman, which watereth heauenly feet. Peter went out and wept bitterly: but heere is one that blusheth not to weepe within dores, at a feast: Here is an earthly woman, which Waters heavenly feet. Peter went out and wept bitterly: but Here is one that blusheth not to weep within doors, At a feast: av vbz dt j n1, r-crq vvz j n2. np1 vvd av cc vvd av-j: cc-acp av vbz pi cst vvz xx pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 47
590 and where is wont to bemirth; she fals a monrning. and where is wont to bemirth; she falls a monrning. cc q-crq vbz j p-acp n1; pns31 vvz dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 47
591 Indeed God commanded Numbers 29. in maxima solemnitate, in the greatest feast, to offer vp a Goat for a sacrifice for sinne: Indeed God commanded Numbers 29. in maxima solemnitate, in the greatest feast, to offer up a Goat for a sacrifice for sin: np1 np1 vvd n2 crd p-acp fw-la fw-la, p-acp dt js n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 47
592 There is no time of ioy no solemne assembly: wherein the remembrance of our sinnes is not grateful vnto God, There is no time of joy no solemn assembly: wherein the remembrance of our Sins is not grateful unto God, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1 dx j n1: c-crq dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 vbz xx j p-acp np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 48
593 if thou sighest before thou eatest: if thou chance to weepe for thy sins at a feast, thy teares are accepted. if thou sighest before thou Eatest: if thou chance to weep for thy Sins At a feast, thy tears Are accepted. cs pns21 vv2 p-acp pns21 vv2: cs pns21 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp po21 n2 p-acp dt n1, po21 n2 vbr vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 48
594 Christ in the highest honor that was euer giuen vnto him in this mortall life, christ in the highest honour that was ever given unto him in this Mortal life, np1 p-acp dt js n1 cst vbds av vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp d j-jn n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 48
595 when multitudes came from Ierusalem, & receiued him triumphantly, with great boughes and songs of ioy: when Multitudes Come from Ierusalem, & received him triumphantly, with great boughs and songs of joy: c-crq n2 vvd p-acp np1, cc vvd pno31 av-j, p-acp j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 48
596 then did he mourne in all that pompe for the sinnes of Ierusalem. then did he mourn in all that pomp for the Sins of Ierusalem. av vdd pns31 vvi p-acp d cst n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 48
597 And this holy woman knew that at this banquet, plenty of teares would bee more gratefull and ioyfull vnto Christ then many bowles of Wine. And this holy woman knew that At this banquet, plenty of tears would be more grateful and joyful unto christ then many bowls of Wine. cc d j n1 vvd cst p-acp d n1, n1 pp-f n2 vmd vbi av-dc j cc j p-acp np1 av d n2 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 48
598 Wee doe not reade that she spake as shee wept: No, no, shee stoode as a woman confounded in herselfe: we do not read that she spoke as she wept: No, no, she stood as a woman confounded in herself: pns12 vdb xx vvi cst pns31 vvd c-acp pns31 vvd: uh-dx, uh-dx, pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp px31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 48
599 Non legimus quae dixit, sed legimus quae fecit, vt intelligamus, apud Deum plus valere opera quam verba: We reade what shee did: Non Legimus Quae dixit, sed Legimus Quae fecit, vt intelligamus, apud God plus Valere opera quam verba: We read what she did: fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: pns12 vvb r-crq pns31 vdd: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 48
600 not what shee said, to let vs know, that works are auailable with God more then words. not what she said, to let us know, that works Are available with God more then words. xx r-crq pns31 vvd, pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi, cst n2 vbr j p-acp np1 av-dc cs n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 48
601 And vnto whom shall I haue a regard (saith God) but to one that is contrite, broken hearted, And unto whom shall I have a regard (Says God) but to one that is contrite, broken hearted, cc p-acp ro-crq vmb pns11 vhi dt n1 (vvz np1) cc-acp p-acp pi cst vbz j, j-vvn j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 48
602 and who trembleth at my sayings? Moses spake not a word, Exod. 14. And yet sayeth God vnto Moses; Why doest thou cry vnto me? Such was the griefe of Mary, her teares, her sighes, her sobs did stop her mouth, onely in her heart shee cried and spake as Moses did. and who Trembleth At my sayings? Moses spoke not a word, Exod 14. And yet Saith God unto Moses; Why dost thou cry unto me? Such was the grief of Marry, her tears, her sighs, her sobs did stop her Mouth, only in her heart she cried and spoke as Moses did. cc r-crq vvz p-acp po11 n2-vvg? np1 vvd xx dt n1, np1 crd cc av vvz np1 p-acp np1; q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp pno11? d vbds dt n1 pp-f uh, po31 n2, po31 n2, po31 n2 vdd vvi po31 n1, av-j p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvd cc vvd p-acp np1 vdd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 48
603 Wee may not neglect this holy example, hauing a cloude of Motiues calling vpon vs to follow her steppes. ( One ) taken from our vocation. we may not neglect this holy Exampl, having a cloud of Motives calling upon us to follow her steps. (One) taken from our vocation. pns12 vmb xx vvi d j n1, vhg dt n1 pp-f n2 vvg p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi po31 n2. (pi) vvn p-acp po12 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 48
604 wher unto God hath called vs. In the 22. of Esay the 12. verse. The Lord of hostes is said to call vs vnto weeping and mourning: where unto God hath called us In the 22. of Isaiah the 12. verse. The Lord of hosts is said to call us unto weeping and mourning: c-crq p-acp np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt crd pp-f np1 dt crd n1. dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp vvg cc j-vvg: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 48
605 In the 2. of Ioel the 17. verse: In the 2. of Joel the 17. verse: p-acp dt crd pp-f np1 dt crd n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 48
606 Let the Priests (saith God) and the Ministers of the Lord weepe between the Porch and the Altar. Let the Priests (Says God) and the Ministers of the Lord weep between the Porch and the Altar. vvb dt ng1 (vvz np1) cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 48
607 And it is Saint Paules iniunction, 1. Corinth. 7.17. that as God hath called euery man, so he should walke. And it is Saint Paul's injunction, 1. Corinth. 7.17. that as God hath called every man, so he should walk. cc pn31 vbz n1 npg1 n1, crd np1. crd. cst c-acp np1 vhz vvn d n1, av pns31 vmd vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 49
608 Another Motiue: is from the prediction of Christ: who in the 16. of Iohn the 20. verse foretold, that his Church should weepe. another Motive: is from the prediction of christ: who in the 16. of John the 20. verse foretold, that his Church should weep. j-jn n1: vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: r-crq p-acp dt crd pp-f np1 dt crd n1 vvn, cst po31 n1 vmd vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 49
609 Verily, verily I say vnto you, yee shall lament, and weepe, and the world shall reioyce. Verily, verily I say unto you, ye shall lament, and weep, and the world shall rejoice. av-j, av-j pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, pn22 vmb vvi, cc vvi, cc dt n1 vmb vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 49
610 Weeping is the badge of the Church: Laughing of worldly men. All the Saints of God haue beene deep sighers, great weepers. Weeping is the badge of the Church: Laughing of worldly men. All the Saints of God have been deep sighers, great weepers. vvg vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1: vvg pp-f j n2. d dt n2 pp-f np1 vhb vbn j-jn n2, j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 49
611 King Dauid thought it no disparagement for him to say, that hee caused his bed to swimme, and watered his couch with teares. Psalm. King David Thought it no disparagement for him to say, that he caused his Bed to swim, and watered his couch with tears. Psalm. n1 np1 vvd pn31 dx n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp n2. np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 49
612 6. 6. verse. Hezekias a noble King wept very sore 2. Kings 20. 3. verse. Iob in his 30. chap. 25. verse, appealeth vnto God in this case. 6. 6. verse. Hezekias a noble King wept very soar 2. Kings 20. 3. verse. Job in his 30. chap. 25. verse, appealeth unto God in this case. crd crd n1. np1 dt j n1 vvd av av-j crd n2 crd crd n1. np1 p-acp po31 crd n1 crd n1, vvz p-acp np1 p-acp d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 49
613 Did not I weepe with him that was in trouble, and was not my soule in heauinesse for the poore? Esay the Prophet in his 22. chapter 4. verse, wept and would not be comforted. Did not I weep with him that was in trouble, and was not my soul in heaviness for the poor? Isaiah the Prophet in his 22. chapter 4. verse, wept and would not be comforted. vdd xx pns11 vvi p-acp pno31 cst vbds p-acp n1, cc vbds xx po11 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j? np1 dt n1 p-acp po31 crd n1 crd n1, vvn cc vmd xx vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 49
614 Ieremy in his 9. chapter 1. verse, Wisheth that his head were full of water, and his eyes a fountaine of teares, that he might weepe day and night. Ieremy in his 9. chapter 1. verse, Wishes that his head were full of water, and his eyes a fountain of tears, that he might weep day and night. np1 p-acp po31 crd n1 crd n1, n2 cst po31 n1 vbdr j pp-f n1, cc po31 n2 dt n1 pp-f n2, cst pns31 vmd vvi n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 49
615 Daniel was in heauinesse for three weekes of daies together. Dan. 10.2. The Apostle S. Peter wept bitterly, Matth. 26. Of all the holy Kings, Prophets, Apostles, Martyrs, Confessours, Children of God it may beesayd as it is in the 126. Psalme. verse. Quod ibant flentes, that they all went by weeping crosse. A third motiue: daniel was in heaviness for three weeks of days together. Dan. 10.2. The Apostle S. Peter wept bitterly, Matthew 26. Of all the holy Kings, prophets, Apostles, Martyrs, Confessors, Children of God it may beesayd as it is in the 126. Psalm. verse. Quod John flentes, that they all went by weeping cross. A third motive: np1 vbds p-acp n1 p-acp crd n2 pp-f n2 av. np1 crd. dt n1 np1 np1 vvd av-j, np1 crd pp-f d dt j n2, n2, n2, n2, n2, n2 pp-f np1 pn31 vmb j c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt crd n1. n1. fw-la fw-la n2, cst pns32 d vvd p-acp j-vvg n1. dt ord n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 49
616 may bee taken from the names in the Scriptures which are giuen vnto the faithfull: may be taken from the names in the Scriptures which Are given unto the faithful: vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 49
617 in the ninth of Exechiel the fourth, they are call Mourners and Cryers. In the sixteenth of Marc. the tenth. in the ninth of Ezekiel the fourth, they Are call Mourners and Criers. In the sixteenth of Marc. the tenth. p-acp dt ord pp-f np1 dt ord, pns32 vbr n1 n2 cc n2. p-acp dt ord pp-f np1 dt ord. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 49
618 This our Mary Magdalen who went to tell the Brethren that Christ was risen, is sayd to goe vnto them who mourned and wept. This our Marry Magdalen who went to tell the Brothers that christ was risen, is said to go unto them who mourned and wept. d po12 vvi np1 r-crq vvd pc-acp vvi dt n2 cst np1 vbds vvn, vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 r-crq vvd cc vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 49
619 And if names bee giuen (as the Philosopher tels vs) to expresse the nature of things: And if names be given (as the Philosopher tells us) to express the nature of things: cc cs n2 vbb vvn (c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12) pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 50
620 It is then very naturall for faythfull ones to be Mourners and weepers. It is then very natural for faithful ones to be Mourners and weepers. pn31 vbz av av j c-acp j pi2 p-acp vbb n2 cc n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 50
621 A fourth motiue may be taken from promises made vnto vs, that if wee mourne we shall be comforted. A fourth motive may be taken from promises made unto us, that if we mourn we shall be comforted. dt ord n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2 vvn p-acp pno12, cst cs pns12 vvi pns12 vmb vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 50
622 In the 61. Chap. of Esay the 12. verse. Christ is sayd to be sent to preach good tidings vnto the poore, to binde vp the broken hearted, to comfort those that mourne. In the 61. Chap. of Isaiah the 12. verse. christ is said to be sent to preach good tidings unto the poor, to bind up the broken hearted, to Comfort those that mourn. p-acp dt crd np1 pp-f np1 dt crd n1. np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp dt j, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j-vvn j-vvn, pc-acp vvi d cst n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 50
623 To giue vnto them Beauty for Ashes, the garment of gladnesse, for the Spirit of heauinesse. Who would not bee a Mourner when as Christ onely commeth to cheere vp such a one? will not promises perswade? Let then in the fift place, Iudgements preuaile, to wring teares from our eyes. To give unto them Beauty for Ashes, the garment of gladness, for the Spirit of heaviness. Who would not be a Mourner when as christ only comes to cheer up such a one? will not promises persuade? Let then in the fift place, Judgments prevail, to wring tears from our eyes. pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 n1 p-acp n2, dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. r-crq vmd xx vbi dt n1 c-crq p-acp np1 av-j vvz pc-acp vvi a-acp d dt pi? vmb xx n2 vvi? vvb av p-acp dt ord n1, n2 vvi, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 50
624 For woe sayth our Sauiour Christ Luke 6. 28. verse, vnto you which laugh, that is vnto you which liue at ease, merily, For woe say our Saviour christ Lycia 6. 28. verse, unto you which laugh, that is unto you which live At ease, merrily, p-acp n1 vvz po12 n1 np1 av crd crd n1, p-acp pn22 r-crq vvb, cst vbz p-acp pn22 r-crq vvb p-acp n1, av-j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 50
625 after the pleasures of the flesh, for you shall waile; shew outward signes of heauinesse, and weepe, and be inwardly tormented. After a great feast followeth a great paiment, After the pleasures of the Flesh, for you shall wail; show outward Signs of heaviness, and weep, and be inwardly tormented. After a great feast follows a great payment, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi; vvb j n2 pp-f n1, cc vvi, cc vbb av-j vvn. p-acp dt j n1 vvz dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 50
626 and much laughter is recompenced with much woe. and much laughter is recompensed with much woe. cc d n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 50
627 If we did but consider well what howling and gnashing of teeth, is prepared in hell for lowde laughers in this world, it would make vs to mourne like Pellicans in the wildernesse, like owles in the Desert, to weepe till our bones were vexed: If we did but Consider well what howling and gnashing of teeth, is prepared in hell for loud laughers in this world, it would make us to mourn like Pelicans in the Wilderness, like owls in the Desert, to weep till our bones were vexed: cs pns12 vdd p-acp vvi av q-crq n-vvg cc vvg pp-f n2, vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp j n2 p-acp d n1, pn31 vmd vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi av-j ng1 p-acp dt n1, av-j n2 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2 vbdr vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 50
628 till our eyes did sincke, till our hearts were smitten within vs, and withered vp like grasse, as the Prophet speaketh. till our eyes did sink, till our hearts were smitten within us, and withered up like grass, as the Prophet speaks. c-acp po12 n2 vdd vvi, c-acp po12 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp pno12, cc vvd a-acp av-j n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 50
629 A sixt Motiue, may we take from the causes of weeping. Within vs, without vs, round about vs. Quocung, oculot conuertis causa est lachrimarum. A sixt Motive, may we take from the Causes of weeping. Within us, without us, round about us Quocung, oculot conuertis causa est lachrimarum. dt ord n1, vmb pns12 vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvg. p-acp pno12, p-acp pno12, av-j p-acp pno12 np1, vvb n2 fw-la fw-la fw-la. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 50
630 Looke vpon our selues, and in our selues, vpon our ignorance, our little desire to learns, our reiecting of knowledge: Look upon our selves, and in our selves, upon our ignorance, our little desire to learns, our rejecting of knowledge: vvb p-acp po12 n2, cc p-acp po12 n2, p-acp po12 n1, po12 j n1 pc-acp vvz, po12 vvg pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 50
631 our crookednesse in our willes, our corruptions in affections, our Rebellion against God: our crookedness in our wills, our corruptions in affections, our Rebellion against God: po12 n1 p-acp po12 n2, po12 n2 p-acp n2, po12 n1 p-acp np1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 51
632 our want of Loue to our Neighbours, our manifold sinnes which hang vpon all our members, we shall finde in our selues great cause of weeping. our want of Love to our Neighbours, our manifold Sins which hang upon all our members, we shall find in our selves great cause of weeping. po12 n1 pp-f vvb p-acp po12 n2, po12 j n2 r-crq vvb p-acp d po12 n2, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n2 j n1 pp-f vvg. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 51
633 There are more sinnes committed with the little eye of a man, then the teares of all eyes, (without the merits of Christ) can euer wash away. There Are more Sins committed with the little eye of a man, then the tears of all eyes, (without the merits of christ) can ever wash away. pc-acp vbr dc n2 vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cs dt n2 pp-f d n2, (p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1) vmb av vvi av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 51
634 Look vpon others, and in others, vpon those horrible wickednesses that are committed by them, vppon the prophaning of the Sabaoth: Look upon Others, and in Others, upon those horrible Wickednesses that Are committed by them, upon the profaning of the Sabaoth: n1 p-acp n2-jn, cc p-acp n2-jn, p-acp d j n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp pno32, p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 51
635 vpon the common vse of swearing: upon the Common use of swearing: p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 51
636 the beastly sinne of whoring, the swinish sinne of drinking, the default of Magistrates in punishing, the beastly sin of whoring, the swinish sin of drinking, the default of Magistrates in punishing, dt j n1 pp-f vvg, dt j n1 pp-f vvg, dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp vvg, (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 51
637 and there will appeare vnto a religious heart infinite cause of weeping. and there will appear unto a religious heart infinite cause of weeping. cc pc-acp vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 j n1 pp-f vvg. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 51
638 If there were wanting weeping worke at home, there were enough abroad. Seuenthly the place wherein wee liue should mooue vs heereunto: If there were wanting weeping work At home, there were enough abroad. Seuenthly the place wherein we live should move us hereunto: cs pc-acp vbdr vvg vvg n1 p-acp n1-an, pc-acp vbdr av-d av. crd dt n1 c-crq pns12 vvb vmd vvi pno12 av: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 51
639 Wisdome doth teach vs to square and apply our selues vnto that place wherein we are conuersant: Wisdom does teach us to square and apply our selves unto that place wherein we Are conversant: n1 vdz vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n1 c-crq pns12 vbr j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 51
640 A Courtier must not behaue himselfe like a Country man, nor a Country man like a Courtier. A Courtier must not behave himself like a Country man, nor a Country man like a Courtier. dt n1 vmb xx vvi px31 av-j dt n1 n1, ccx dt n1 n1 av-j dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 51
641 If beeing at a funerall or in the house of mourning we should doe nothing else but laugh, all would wonder at vs, for so strange a behauiour. If being At a funeral or in the house of mourning we should do nothing Else but laugh, all would wonder At us, for so strange a behaviour. cs vbg p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pns12 vmd vdi pix av cc-acp vvb, d vmd vvi p-acp pno12, c-acp av j dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 51
642 The place wherein wee are it is the world: resembled vnto the sea, full of dangers, of rockes, or rempests. The place wherein we Are it is the world: resembled unto the sea, full of dangers, of Rocks, or rempests. dt n1 c-crq pns12 vbr pn31 vbz dt n1: vvd p-acp dt n1, j pp-f n2, pp-f n2, cc n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 51
643 Our bodies which are the vessels to carry vs in this sea, are weake, crazy, so many sences, so many leakes to let dangers in. Our bodies which Are the vessels to carry us in this sea, Are weak, crazy, so many Senses, so many leaks to let dangers in. po12 n2 r-crq vbr dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d n1, vbr j, j, av d n2, av d n2 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 51
644 Rimarum pleni sumus, we are full of Rifts. Rimarum Plenty sumus, we Are full of Rifts. fw-la fw-la fw-la, pns12 vbr j pp-f n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 51
645 In a word 〈 … 〉 in a vale of miseries, in a vally of teares, In a word 〈 … 〉 in a vale of misery's, in a valley of tears, p-acp dt n1 〈 … 〉 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 51
646 and sighes, and teares doe best becomme vs in such a place. and sighs, and tears do best become us in such a place. cc n2, cc n2 vdb av-js vvb pno12 p-acp d dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 51
647 A last motiue may bee draw• … from the nature of Conuersion. Thou art a continuall sinner, yet desirous to bee saued: A last motive may be draw• … from the nature of Conversion. Thou art a continual sinner, yet desirous to be saved: dt ord n1 vmb vbi n1 … p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. pns21 vb2r dt j n1, av j pc-acp vbi vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 52
648 thou must then continually renew thy repentance. thou must then continually renew thy Repentance. pns21 vmb av av-j vvi po21 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 52
649 He that repenteth must turne vnto his God, and Ioel telles vs in his second chapter 12. verse, that it must be done with all the heart, with fasting, with weeping and with mourning. He that Repenteth must turn unto his God, and Joel tells us in his second chapter 12. verse, that it must be done with all the heart, with fasting, with weeping and with mourning. pns31 cst vvz vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc np1 vvz pno12 p-acp po31 ord n1 crd n1, cst pn31 vmb vbi vdn p-acp d dt n1, p-acp vvg, p-acp vvg cc p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 52
650 Thus did Dauid turne vnto his God. Lord (sayth hee) Psalme 38. I poure out my whole desire before thee, Thus did David turn unto his God. Lord (say he) Psalm 38. I pour out my Whole desire before thee, av vdd np1 vvb p-acp po31 n1. n1 (vvz pns31) n1 crd pns11 vvb av po11 j-jn n1 p-acp pno21, (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 52
651 and my sighing is not hid from thee, my heart panteth: my strength fasleth: I am bowed and crooked very sore: and my sighing is not hid from thee, my heart pants: my strength fasleth: I am bowed and crooked very soar: cc po11 vvg vbz xx vvn p-acp pno21, po11 n1 vvz: po11 n1 vvz: pns11 vbm vvn cc j av av-j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 52
652 I goe mourning all the day long: will wee then turne vnto our God: Repent vs of our sinnes and be saued: I go mourning all the day long: will we then turn unto our God: repent us of our Sins and be saved: pns11 vvb vvg d dt n1 av-j: vmb pns12 av vvi p-acp po12 n1: vvb pno12 pp-f po12 n2 cc vbi vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 52
653 wee must roare with Dauid for very griefe of heart: mourne with Magdalen. Christ wept for the sinnes of others: we must roar with David for very grief of heart: mourn with Magdalen. christ wept for the Sins of Others: pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp j n1 pp-f n1: n1 p-acp np1. np1 vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 52
654 It were a shame then for vs, not to weepe for our owne transgressions. It were a shame then for us, not to weep for our own transgressions. pn31 vbdr dt n1 av p-acp pno12, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 d n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 52
655 Haue we liued in sinne, which caused Christ, not onely to shed teares, but to spend his bloud for vs: Have we lived in sin, which caused christ, not only to shed tears, but to spend his blood for us: vhb pns12 vvn p-acp n1, r-crq vvd np1, xx av-j pc-acp vvi n2, cc-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno12: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 52
656 and did there neuer yet falle a teare from our owne eyes? Haue we liued 20. 40. 80. yeeres, and did there never yet fall a tear from our own eyes? Have we lived 20. 40. 80. Years, cc vdd a-acp av av vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 d n2? vhb pns12 vvn crd crd crd n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 52
657 and can we not remember that wee euer wept for our sinnes? A shrewd signe that we neuer yet repented. and can we not Remember that we ever wept for our Sins? A shrewd Signen that we never yet repented. cc vmb pns12 xx vvi cst pns12 av vvn p-acp po12 n2? dt j n1 cst pns12 av-x av vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 52
658 Teares for sin (sayth S. Bernard ) are like the water which Christ turned into wine: Tears for since (say S. Bernard) Are like the water which christ turned into wine: n2 p-acp n1 (vvz np1 np1) vbr av-j dt n1 r-crq np1 vvd p-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 52
659 they are like Noahs floud which doe wash and clense as they goe: Oratio Deum lenit, sed lachryma cogit, illa vngit haec pungit (saith Saint Hierome ). they Are like Noahs flood which do wash and cleanse as they go: Oratio God lenit, sed Lachryma cogit, illa vngit haec pungit (Says Faint Jerome). pns32 vbr j npg1 n1 r-crq vdb vvi cc vvi c-acp pns32 vvb: np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la (vvz j np1). (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 52
660 It is a dry sacrifice (sayth Gregory ) that is not watered with teares. Is it childishnesse to weepe? if it were so we must be like children, It is a dry sacrifice (say Gregory) that is not watered with tears. Is it childishness to weep? if it were so we must be like children, pn31 vbz dt j n1 (vvz np1) d vbz xx vvn p-acp n2. vbz pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi? cs pn31 vbdr av pns12 vmb vbi j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 52
661 before wee enter into the Kingdome of Heauen. Wherefore, seeing we are called vnto mourning: before we enter into the Kingdom of Heaven. Wherefore, seeing we Are called unto mourning: c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. q-crq, vvg pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 52
662 seeing Christ foretold that we should be weepers, seeing wee are so called in the Scriptures: seeing christ foretold that we should be weepers, seeing we Are so called in the Scriptures: vvg np1 vvd cst pns12 vmd vbi n2, vvg pns12 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 53
663 seeing there are great rewards for weepers: great punishment for laughers: seeing there are many causes to mourne, within vs, without vs, round about vs: seeing there Are great rewards for weepers: great punishment for laughers: seeing there Are many Causes to mourn, within us, without us, round about us: vvg pc-acp vbr j n2 p-acp n2: j n1 p-acp n2: vvg pc-acp vbr d n2 pc-acp vvi, p-acp pno12, p-acp pno12, av-j p-acp pno12: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 53
664 seeing the world is a place of teares; and that our Conuersion must be ioyned with a sadnesse of heart: seeing the world is a place of tears; and that our Conversion must be joined with a sadness of heart: vvg dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2; cc d po12 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 53
665 hauing so many Motiues to perswade: Let not Maries example be slightly regarded: whose heart & eyes were relatiues in sorrow: having so many Motives to persuade: Let not Mary's Exampl be slightly regarded: whose heart & eyes were relatives in sorrow: vhg av d n2 pc-acp vvi: vvb xx npg1 n1 vbb av-j vvn: rg-crq n1 cc n2 vbdr n2 p-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 53
666 A stagge if he be compassed with dogges, will weepe and mourne: A stag if he be compassed with Dogs, will weep and mourn: dt n1 cs pns31 vbb vvn p-acp n2, vmb vvi cc vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 53
667 Hath an vnreasonable creature such an impression of griefe because of his enemies? much more then ought men and women shed teares: Hath an unreasonable creature such an impression of grief Because of his enemies? much more then ought men and women shed tears: vhz dt j n1 d dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp pp-f po31 n2? av-d av-dc cs vmd n2 cc n2 vvn n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 53
668 being compassed about with so many Diuels, so many euils: set vpon with fiends: burthened with sinnes pestred with a thousand infirmities: being compassed about with so many Devils, so many evils: Set upon with fiends: burdened with Sins pestered with a thousand infirmities: vbg vvn a-acp p-acp av d n2, av d n2-jn: vvb p-acp p-acp n2: j-vvn p-acp n2 vvn p-acp dt crd n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 53
669 wherefore let vs drowne our sinnes with the teares of our eyes, as the Aegyptians were drowned with the waters of the sea. Wherefore let us drown our Sins with the tears of our eyes, as the egyptians were drowned with the waters of the sea. c-crq vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, c-acp dt njp2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 53
670 Let vs say with Dauid, my teares, haue beene my meat day and night, let vs say with Christ, my Soule is heauie: let vs open the fountaines of our eyes with Marie and strangle our sinnes with the streames of our teares: Let us say with David, my tears, have been my meat day and night, let us say with christ, my Soul is heavy: let us open the fountains of our eyes with Marry and strangle our Sins with the streams of our tears: vvb pno12 vvi p-acp np1, po11 n2, vhb vbn po11 n1 n1 cc n1, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp np1, po11 n1 vbz j: vvb pno12 vvi dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp uh cc vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 53
671 for she stood at Christs feet behinde him weeping and beganne to wash his feete with her teares, you may finde further in the Text, that shee did wipe them with the haires of her head, that she kissed his feete, for she stood At Christ feet behind him weeping and began to wash his feet with her tears, you may find further in the Text, that she did wipe them with the hairs of her head, that she kissed his feet, c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp npg1 n2 p-acp pno31 vvg cc vvd pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp po31 n2, pn22 vmb vvi av-jc p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vdd vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cst pns31 vvd po31 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 53
672 and annoynted them with her oyntment. and anointed them with her ointment. cc vvd pno32 p-acp po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 53
673 Quot habuit in se oblectamenta, tot fecit de se holocausta, her eyes, her haires, her lips, her oyntment all the instruments of her death, were turned at her Conuersion into the means of life. Quot Habuit in se oblectamenta, tot fecit de se Holocaust, her eyes, her hairs, her lips, her ointment all the Instruments of her death, were turned At her Conversion into the means of life. fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, po31 n2, po31 n2, po31 n2, po31 n1 d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vbdr vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 53
674 God giue vs grace to embrace her example. Amen. FINIS. God give us grace to embrace her Exampl. Amen. FINIS. np1 vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi po31 n1. uh-n. fw-la. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 53

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4 0 Math. 28.19. Math. 28.19. np1 crd.
7 0 Rom. 8.38. Rom. 8.38. np1 crd.
13 0 2. Pet. 1.1. 2. Pet. 1.1. crd np1 crd.
16 0 vers. 5.6.7. vers. 5.6.7. fw-la. crd.
18 0 2. Pet. 8.9. 2. Pet. 8.9. crd np1 crd.
26 0 Prou. 10. Prou. 10. np1 crd
27 0 Eccles. 10. Eccles. 10. np1 crd
37 0 Gen. 9.5. Gen. 9.5. np1 crd.
38 0 Rom. 9.3. Rom. 9.3. np1 crd.
39 0 Gen. 13.8. Gen. 13.8. np1 crd.
41 0 Math. 23.8. Math. 23.8. np1 crd.
73 0 Rom. 12.1. Rom. 12.1. np1 crd.
73 1 2. vers. Phile. 2. vers. Phile. crd fw-la. np1.
96 0 Deut. 4. Deuteronomy 4. np1 crd
103 0 Rom. 4.17. Rom. 4.17. np1 crd.
118 0 Ephes. 1.4. Ephesians 1.4. np1 crd.
119 0 Ephes. 1.5. Ephesians 1.5. np1 crd.
121 0 Rom. 8.18. Rom. 8.18. np1 crd.
128 0 Iohn 15.19. John 15.19. np1 crd.
130 0 Ephes. 1.4. Ephesians 1.4. np1 crd.
135 0 Why. Why. q-crq
135 1 Rom. 9.11. Rom. 9.11. np1 crd.
136 0 Rom. 11.29. Rom. 11.29. np1 crd.
136 1 Exod. 3. Exod 3. np1 crd
140 0 1. Sam. 15. 1. Sam. 15. crd np1 crd
140 1 Rom. 9.19. Rom. 9.19. np1 crd.
142 0 Ioh. 10.14. John 10.14. np1 crd.
144 0 Whether. Whither. cs.
146 0 2. Cor. 13. 2. Cor. 13. crd np1 crd
149 0 Luk 10.20. Luk 10.20. np1 crd.
152 0 What. What. r-crq.
160 0 2 Cor 1.22. 2 Cor 1.22. crd np1 crd.
160 1 S. Austin de verbis D• … m. serm. 28. S. Austin de verbis D• … m. sermon. 28. np1 np1 fw-fr fw-la np1 … sy. n1. crd
161 0 1. Ioh. 3.2.14. 1. John 3.2.14. crd np1 crd.
164 0 1. Ioh. 5.19. 1. John 5.19. crd np1 crd.
165 0 How. How. c-crq.
178 0 Rom. 8.16. Rom. 8.16. np1 crd.
186 0 1. Tim. 4. 1. Tim. 4. crd np1 crd
206 0 Rom. 8. Rom. 8. np1 crd
209 0 Rom. 8.16. Rom. 8.16. np1 crd.
210 0 Zacha. 12.10. Zacchaeus 12.10. np1 crd.
211 0 Eccles. 19.28. Eccles. 19.28. np1 crd.
228 0 1. Cor. 1.4. 1. Cor. 1.4. crd np1 crd.
232 0 2. Cor. 7.10. 2. Cor. 7.10. crd np1 crd.
240 0 Gal. 5.7. Gal. 5.7. np1 crd.
261 0 1. Ioh. 8.18 1. John 8.18 crd np1 crd
267 0 2. Cor. 10.5. 2. Cor. 10.5. crd np1 crd.
274 0 Revel. 21.6. Revel. 21.6. vvb. crd.
275 0 Iohn 4.14. John 4.14. np1 crd.
275 1 Philip 3. Philip 3. np1 crd
280 0 1. Ioh. 3.19 1. John 3.19 crd np1 crd
287 0 Math. 10 Math. 10 np1 crd
288 0 Psal. 15. Psalm 15. np1 crd
289 0 1. Ioh. 3.14. 1. John 3.14. crd np1 crd.
306 0 2. Tim. 4.8. 2. Tim. 4.8. crd np1 crd.
308 0 1 Iohn 2.3. 1 John 2.3. vvn np1 crd.
314 0 1. Thes. 3.13. 1. Thebes 3.13. crd np1 crd.
323 0 Psal. 119.6 Psalm 119.6 np1 crd
367 0 1. Ioh. 8.18 1. John 8.18 crd np1 crd
386 0 Conuersation. Conversation. n1.
483 0 Conuersion. Conversion. n1.