The conscionable Christian: or, The indeuour of Saint Paul, to haue and discharge a good conscience alwayes towards God, and men laid open and applyed in three sermons. Preached before the honourable judges of the circuit, at their seuerall assises, holden in Chard and Taunton, for the county of Somerset. 1620. By Richard Carpenter, Doctor of Diuinity, and pastor of Sherwell in Deuon.

Carpenter, Richard, 1575-1627
Publisher: By F elix K ingston for Iohn Bartlet and are to be sold at the signe of the gilded Cup in the Goldsmiths Rowe in Cheapside
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1623
Approximate Era: JamesI
TCP ID: A18036 ESTC ID: S107676 STC ID: 4681
Subject Headings: Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 THE CONSCIONABLE CHRISTIAN. Preached at Charde, March. 4. The Text: THE CONSCIONABLE CHRISTIAN. Preached At Charde, March. 4. The Text: dt j njp. vvn p-acp vvn, vvb. crd dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 Acts 24. 16. And heerein (or in this therefore) doe I indeuour my selfe to haue alwayes a cleare (or inoffensiue) conscience towards God and men. RIGHT HONOVRABLE: Acts 24. 16. And herein (or in this Therefore) do I endeavour my self to have always a clear (or inoffensive) conscience towards God and men. RIGHT HONOURABLE: n2 crd crd cc av (cc p-acp d av) vdb pns11 vvi po11 n1 pc-acp vhi av dt j (cc j) n1 p-acp np1 cc n2. av-jn j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
2 IF it be sufficient to accuse, who shall bee innocent? Not Saint Paul himselfe, though neuer so faithfull in his function, neuer so sincere and vpright in his conuersation. IF it be sufficient to accuse, who shall be innocent? Not Saint Paul himself, though never so faithful in his function, never so sincere and upright in his Conversation. cs pn31 vbb j pc-acp vvi, r-crq vmb vbi j-jn? xx n1 np1 px31, cs av-x av j p-acp po31 n1, av-x av j cc av-j p-acp po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
3 Wee finde him (as many times elsewhere) so heere in this Chapter, called in question, we find him (as many times elsewhere) so Here in this Chapter, called in question, pns12 vvb pno31 (c-acp d n2 av) av av p-acp d n1, vvn p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
4 for his life and doctrine too, before Felix the Gouernour; for his life and Doctrine too, before Felix the Governor; p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 av, a-acp np1 dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
5 and at once accused of both, and abused in both, by Tertullus a mercenary O•••our, who making b• ••attery his Rhetoricke, and bold lying his Logicke, beginning with the one, and concluding with the other; and At once accused of both, and abused in both, by Tertullus a mercenary O•••our, who making b• ••attery his Rhetoric, and bold lying his Logic, beginning with the one, and concluding with the other; cc p-acp a-acp vvn pp-f d, cc vvn p-acp d, p-acp np1 dt j-jn n1, r-crq vvg n1 n1 po31 n1, cc j vvg po31 n1, vvg p-acp dt pi, cc vvg p-acp dt j-jn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
6 layeth to Saint Pauls charge (no maruell then if zealous Ministers taste of the same cup in this last and worst age) that hee was a pestilent fellow, a moouer of sedition, a maintainer of sects, Layeth to Saint Paul's charge (no marvel then if zealous Ministers taste of the same cup in this last and worst age) that he was a pestilent fellow, a mover of sedition, a maintainer of Sects, vvz p-acp n1 npg1 vvb (dx n1 av cs j n2 vvi pp-f dt d n1 p-acp d ord cc js n1) cst pns31 vbds dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
7 and a polluter of the Temple. To all which obiected crimes, or rather forged calumnies, the blessed Apostle, with great patience, and a polluter of the Temple. To all which objected crimes, or rather forged calumnies, the blessed Apostle, with great patience, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1. p-acp d r-crq vvd n2, cc av-c vvn n2, dt j-vvn n1, p-acp j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
8 and no lesse confidence, pleadeth not guilty; and no less confidence, pleads not guilty; cc dx dc n1, vvz xx j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
9 & hauing by pregnant reasons & powerful arguments refelled those vniust imputations, with a victorious grace, proceedeth to the ingenious confession of his faith, and course of life; and thus in effect saith: As concerning my Religion; & having by pregnant Reasons & powerful Arguments refelled those unjust imputations, with a victorious grace, Proceedeth to the ingenious Confessi of his faith, and course of life; and thus in Effect Says: As Concerning my Religion; cc vhg p-acp j n2 cc j n2 vvd d j n2, p-acp dt j n1, vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc n1 pp-f n1; cc av p-acp n1 vvz: c-acp vvg po11 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
10 bee it knowne, that after the way which my aduersaries call heresie, so worship I the God of my Fathers, the Father of our Lord Iesus Christ, that only true God, with a true heart, in a true manner, not as man hath inuented, be it known, that After the Way which my Adversaries call heresy, so worship I the God of my Father's, the Father of our Lord Iesus christ, that only true God, with a true heart, in a true manner, not as man hath invented, vbb pn31 vvn, cst p-acp dt n1 r-crq po11 n2 vvb n1, av vvb pns11 dt n1 pp-f po11 n2, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, cst av-j j np1, p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1, xx p-acp n1 vhz vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
11 but as God himselfe hath in his Word prescribed, beleeuing all things which are written in the Law and the Prophets; but as God himself hath in his Word prescribed, believing all things which Are written in the Law and the prophets; cc-acp c-acp np1 px31 vhz p-acp po31 n1 vvn, vvg d n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 cc dt n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
12 especially, holding fast this assured hope and full perswasion (as the maine Basis, and principall pillar of my Profession) that the resurrection of the dead shall bee both of iust and vniust, especially, holding fast this assured hope and full persuasion (as the main Basis, and principal pillar of my Profession) that the resurrection of the dead shall be both of just and unjust, av-j, vvg av-j d j-vvn n1 cc j n1 (c-acp dt j n1, cc j-jn n1 pp-f po11 n1) cst dt n1 pp-f dt j vmb vbi d pp-f j cc j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
13 and that we shall all appeare in that Day, before the Tribunall of the Sonne of God, gloriously visible, in the forme of the Sonne of man, to render an account, and that we shall all appear in that Day, before the Tribunal of the Son of God, gloriously visible, in the Form of the Son of man, to render an account, cc cst pns12 vmb d vvi p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, av-j j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
14 and to receiue a reward according to our deeds. and to receive a reward according to our Deeds. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvg p-acp po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
15 In due regard and serious consideration whereof, I doe labour and indeuour my selfe to liue vnblameably, In due regard and serious consideration whereof, I do labour and endeavour my self to live unblamably, p-acp j-jn n1 cc j n1 c-crq, pns11 vdb vvi cc vvi po11 n1 pc-acp vvi av-j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
16 and to keepe alwayes a good conscience towards God and men: For so it followeth in my Text; and to keep always a good conscience towards God and men: For so it follows in my Text; cc pc-acp vvi av dt j n1 p-acp np1 cc n2: c-acp av pn31 vvz p-acp po11 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
17 which being by way of Paraphrase somewhat inlarged, offereth it selfe to your better apprehension and vnderstanding in these termes: which being by Way of paraphrase somewhat enlarged, Offereth it self to your better apprehension and understanding in these terms: r-crq vbg p-acp n1 pp-f n1 av vvn, vvz pn31 n1 p-acp po22 jc n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
18 And heerein, or in this therefore (as reuerend Beza, a long fixed starre in the firmament of our Church expoundeth it) doe I Paul (the seruant of the Lord, And herein, or in this Therefore (as reverend Beza, a long fixed star in the firmament of our Church expoundeth it) do I Paul (the servant of the Lord, cc av, cc p-acp d av (c-acp j-jn np1, dt j j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvz pn31) vdb pns11 np1 (dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
19 and Apostle of Iesus Christ) exercise my selfe, (earnestly indeuour, study, and striue, and Apostle of Iesus christ) exercise my self, (earnestly endeavour, study, and strive, cc n1 pp-f np1 np1) n1 po11 n1, (av-j n1, n1, cc vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
20 as a Runner to the goale, a Wrestler for the game, a due Tasker and Day-labourer for the appointed wages and gaine) To haue, to keepe, as a Runner to the goal, a Wrestler for the game, a due Tasker and Day-labourer for the appointed wages and gain) To have, to keep, c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n2 cc n1) pc-acp vhi, pc-acp vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
21 and discharge (the Originall will beare it well) to haue alwayes (in all cases, in all places, vpon all references and occurrences whatsoeuer, through the whole tenor of my life) a conscience (as Monitor of my duties, defects, bounties, blemishes, and discharge (the Original will bear it well) to have always (in all cases, in all places, upon all references and occurrences whatsoever, through the Whole tenor of my life) a conscience (as Monitor of my duties, defects, bounties, blemishes, cc vvb (dt j-jn vmb vvi pn31 av) pc-acp vhi av (p-acp d n2, p-acp d n2, p-acp d n2 cc n2 r-crq, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po11 n1) dt n1 (c-acp np1 pp-f po11 n2, n2, n2, n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
22 as moderatour of my desires and affections, and vnder God, principall Commander of all my thoughts, speeches, and actions) Yea; as moderator of my Desires and affections, and under God, principal Commander of all my thoughts, Speeches, and actions) Yea; c-acp n1 pp-f po11 n2 cc n2, cc p-acp np1, j-jn n1 pp-f d po11 n2, n2, cc n2) uh; (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
23 Heereunto fully, freely, actually, punctually, doe I bend and extend all my sanctified will, wit, power, policy, Hereunto Fully, freely, actually, punctually, do I bend and extend all my sanctified will, wit, power, policy, av av-j, av-j, av-j, av-j, vdb pns11 vvi cc vvi d po11 j-vvn n1, n1, n1, n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
24 and all, to haue alwayes by all meanes NONLATINALPHABET, an vpright, cleere, acquitting conscience towards God and men, that is, a conscience voyde of offence, not staggering, tripping, and all, to have always by all means, an upright, clear, acquitting conscience towards God and men, that is, a conscience void of offence, not staggering, tripping, cc d, pc-acp vhi av p-acp d n2, dt av-j, j, vvg n1 p-acp np1 cc n2, cst vbz, dt n1 j pp-f n1, xx vvg, vvg, (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
25 or fayling any way for matter or manner, either in the duties of holinesse and piety towards God, or failing any Way for matter or manner, either in the duties of holiness and piety towards God, cc vvg d n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, av-d p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
26 or of righteousnesse, peace, or equity towards men. or of righteousness, peace, or equity towards men. cc pp-f n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
27 And heerein, &c. which words being thus expounded by way of diuision, offer to the duty of our consideration, Three remarkable points of obseruation. 1. The first, S. Pauls Christian practice and actuall imployment, grounded on the hope of the resurrection: And herein, etc. which words being thus expounded by Way of division, offer to the duty of our consideration, Three remarkable points of observation. 1. The First, S. Paul's Christian practice and actual employment, grounded on the hope of the resurrection: cc av, av r-crq n2 vbg av vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, crd j n2 pp-f n1. crd dt ord, n1 npg1 njp n1 cc j n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
28 Heerein therefore doe I exercise my selfe. 2. The second, is the matter subiect of his imployment and exercise; Herein Therefore do I exercise my self. 2. The second, is the matter Subject of his employment and exercise; av av vdb pns11 vvi po11 n1. crd dt ord, vbz dt n1 j-jn pp-f po31 n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
29 to haue and preserue an vpright conscience. to have and preserve an upright conscience. pc-acp vhi cc vvi dt av-j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
30 3. The third, is the latitude & extent of the same, either In respect of time, to haue a good conscience alwayes. 3. The third, is the latitude & extent of the same, either In respect of time, to have a good conscience always. crd dt ord, vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt d, av-d p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vhi dt j n1 av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
31 In respect of the obiects, to haue and discharge a good conscience towards God & Men. In respect of the objects, to have and discharge a good conscience towards God & Men. p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2, pc-acp vhi cc vvi dt j n1 p-acp np1 cc n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
32 THe blessed Apostle confesseth in the verse foregoing my Text, that he confidently beleeued the doctrine of the Resurrection, THe blessed Apostle Confesses in the verse foregoing my Text, that he confidently believed the Doctrine of the Resurrection, dt j-vvn n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 vvg po11 n1, cst pns31 av-j vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
33 and (therfore) in a well groūded expectation therof, professeth himselfe heere studious of a godly life, and vnblameable conuersation; and (Therefore) in a well grounded expectation thereof, Professes himself Here studious of a godly life, and unblameable Conversation; cc (av) p-acp dt av vvn n1 av, vvz px31 av j pp-f dt j n1, cc j-u n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
34 Hee had well learned, that Christianity consisted not in idle speculation, but industrious negotiation; He had well learned, that Christianity consisted not in idle speculation, but Industria negotiation; pns31 vhd av vvn, cst np1 vvd xx p-acp j n1, cc-acp j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
35 and therefore sets to the worke, not doing it by a Deputy, or putting it ouer to after-times, and Therefore sets to the work, not doing it by a Deputy, or putting it over to Aftertimes, cc av vvz p-acp dt n1, xx vdg pn31 p-acp dt n1, cc vvg pn31 a-acp p-acp n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
36 but for the present, without doubt or delay exerciseth himselfe; Heerein I exercise my selfe. He vnderstood well enough, that the best duties required the greatest diligence; but for the present, without doubt or Delay Exerciseth himself; Herein I exercise my self. He understood well enough, that the best duties required the greatest diligence; cc-acp p-acp dt j, p-acp n1 cc n1 vvz px31; av pns11 vvb po11 n1. pns31 vvd av av-d, cst dt js n2 vvd dt js n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
37 and therefore vltimata voluntate, with all might and maine, exerciseth himselfe in this, to haue alwayes an vpright conscience. and Therefore vltimata voluntate, with all might and main, Exerciseth himself in this, to have always an upright conscience. cc av fw-la fw-la, p-acp d n1 cc n1, vvz px31 p-acp d, pc-acp vhi av dt av-j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
38 Hee knew, that to make a shew of deuotion and piety towards God, and not to procure things honest in the sight of men, sauoured of hypocrisie; He knew, that to make a show of devotion and piety towards God, and not to procure things honest in the sighed of men, savoured of hypocrisy; pns31 vvd, cst pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, cc xx pc-acp vvi n2 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vvn pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
39 and on the contrary, to obserue a kind of peaceable truth, and plausible equity in our dealing with men, and on the contrary, to observe a kind of peaceable truth, and plausible equity in our dealing with men, cc p-acp dt n-jn, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc j n1 p-acp po12 n-vvg p-acp n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
40 and to be regardlesse of Religion and Zeale in matters of Gods worship, was no other then prophane formality; and to be regardless of Religion and Zeal in matters of God's worship, was no other then profane formality; cc pc-acp vbi av-j pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n2 pp-f npg1 n1, vbds dx j-jn av j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
41 and therefore with a settled resolution, indeuoureth to hold a concurrence and correspondencie of both in their order, that is, and Therefore with a settled resolution, endeavoureth to hold a concurrence and correspondency of both in their order, that is, cc av p-acp dt j-vvn n1, vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d p-acp po32 n1, cst vbz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
42 first, to approoue the truth and sincerity of his seruice, in all duties Diuine towards God, First, to approve the truth and sincerity of his service, in all duties Divine towards God, ord, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp d n2 j-jn p-acp np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
43 and then with all diligence and dexterity, to performe all humane dues and duties towards men. and then with all diligence and dexterity, to perform all humane dues and duties towards men. cc av p-acp d n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi d j n2-jn cc n2 p-acp n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
44 These (Right Honourable and Beloued) are the seuerall bounds and limits of my intended Meditations on this Text, answerable to the seuerall limmes and lineaments of S. Pauls holy practice and profession shaddowed forth therein, These (Right Honourable and beloved) Are the several bounds and Limits of my intended Meditations on this Text, answerable to the several limbs and lineaments of S. Paul's holy practice and profession shadowed forth therein, np1 (j-jn j cc j-vvn) vbr dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f po11 j-vvn n2 p-acp d n1, j p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 npg1 j n1 cc n1 vvn av av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
45 for the more liuely describing and portraying of which in their proper colours and proportions, three generall doctrines and instructions are principally to bee obserued; for the more lively describing and portraying of which in their proper colours and proportions, three general doctrines and instructions Are principally to be observed; p-acp dt av-dc j vvg cc vvg pp-f r-crq p-acp po32 j n2 cc n2, crd j n2 cc n2 vbr av-j pc-acp vbi vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
46 Whereof the first resulteth, and issueth from the motiue; The second, from the manner; Whereof the First resulteth, and issueth from the motive; The second, from the manner; c-crq dt ord vvz, cc vvz p-acp dt n1; dt ord, p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
47 The third, from the matter of Saint Pauls religious exercise and imployment, as in order they offer themselues to bee handled. The third, from the matter of Saint Paul's religious exercise and employment, as in order they offer themselves to be handled. dt ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 npg1 j n1 cc n1, c-acp p-acp n1 pns32 vvb px32 pc-acp vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
48 The first Doctrine, arising from the motiue (to wit) the hope Saint Paul had of the resurrection of iust and vniust, is this: The First Doctrine, arising from the motive (to wit) the hope Saint Paul had of the resurrection of just and unjust, is this: dt ord n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 (p-acp n1) dt n1 n1 np1 vhd pp-f dt n1 pp-f j cc j, vbz d: (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
49 That the assured hope and settled expectancy of the day of Resurrection and Iudgement to come, That the assured hope and settled expectancy of the day of Resurrection and Judgement to come, cst dt j-vvn n1 cc j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
50 when we shall render account, and receiue a reward according to our deeds, is, and ought to bee a forcible allectiue to draw on Christians to the earnest pursuit of godlinesse, when we shall render account, and receive a reward according to our Deeds, is, and ought to be a forcible allective to draw on Christians to the earnest pursuit of godliness, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi n1, cc vvi dt n1 vvg p-acp po12 n2, vbz, cc pi pc-acp vbi dt j j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
51 and constant practice of true Religion. Tolle spem Resurrectionis (saith golden-mouthed Chrysostome) & resoluta est omnis obseruantia pietatis: and constant practice of true Religion. Take spem Resurrectionis (Says Golden-mouthed Chrysostom) & resoluta est omnis obseruantia pietatis: cc j n1 pp-f j n1. uh fw-la fw-la (vvz j np1) cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
52 Take away the hope of the Resurrection, and the building of piety wanteth her foundation. Take away the hope of the Resurrection, and the building of piety Wants her Foundation. vvb av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n-vvg pp-f n1 vvz po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
53 For vpon this foundation all the Apostles haue builded their exhortations to amendment of life and sanctification, For upon this Foundation all the Apostles have built their exhortations to amendment of life and sanctification, p-acp p-acp d n1 d dt n2 vhb vvn po32 n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
54 as Saint Paul, Acts 17. Now God admonisheth all men euery where to repent, because he hath appointed a Day, in which he will iudge the world in righteousnesse. as Saint Paul, Acts 17. Now God Admonisheth all men every where to Repent, Because he hath appointed a Day, in which he will judge the world in righteousness. c-acp n1 np1, n2 crd av np1 vvz d n2 d c-crq pc-acp vvi, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
55 And 1. Iohn 3. Wee know, when Christ Iesus shall appeare, wee shall bee like him, And 1. John 3. we know, when christ Iesus shall appear, we shall be like him, cc crd np1 crd pns12 vvb, c-crq np1 np1 vmb vvi, pns12 vmb vbi av-j pno31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
56 and euery one that hath this hope, purgeth himselfe, as he is pure. and every one that hath this hope, Purgeth himself, as he is pure. cc d pi cst vhz d n1, vvz px31, c-acp pns31 vbz j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
57 So S. Peter; Seeing the Heauens shall passe with a noise, the Elements melt with heate, So S. Peter; Seeing the Heavens shall pass with a noise, the Elements melt with heat, av np1 np1; vvg dt n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, dt n2 vvb p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
58 and all these things be dissolued; and all these things be dissolved; cc d d n2 vbb vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
59 what manner of persons ought yee to bee in holy conuersation and godlinesse? Yea, seeing that ye looke for these things, be diligent, that ye may be found of him in peace, and blamelesse in that Day. what manner of Persons ought ye to be in holy Conversation and godliness? Yea, seeing that you look for these things, be diligent, that you may be found of him in peace, and blameless in that Day. r-crq n1 pp-f n2 vmd pn22 pc-acp vbi p-acp j n1 cc n1? uh, vvg cst pn22 vvb p-acp d n2, vbb j, cst pn22 vmb vbi vvn pp-f pno31 p-acp n1, cc j p-acp d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
60 The expectation of which Day, called the Day of Restauration of all things, hath euer beene, is, The expectation of which Day, called the Day of Restauration of all things, hath ever been, is, dt n1 pp-f r-crq n1, vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f d n2, vhz av vbn, vbz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
61 and will be to such as feare God, a forcible prouocation to vertuous atchieuements and religious actions. and will be to such as Fear God, a forcible provocation to virtuous achievements and religious actions. cc vmb vbi p-acp d c-acp n1 np1, dt j n1 p-acp j n2 cc j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
62 Then, then indeed runs a man cheerefully in the Race of Christianity, when hee knowes that he runs not at vncertainety: Then, then indeed runs a man cheerfully in the Raze of Christianity, when he knows that he runs not At uncertainty: av, av av vvz dt n1 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vvz cst pns31 vvz xx p-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
63 Tolle viatori spem perueniendi, & continuò franguntur vires ambulandi: Take viatori spem perueniendi, & continuò franguntur vires ambulandi: uh fw-mi fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
64 He blunts the edge of industry, that denies recompence, and where there is no apprehension of a Day of remuneration, there is little care of proficiency, or striuing to perfection. He blunts the edge of industry, that Denies recompense, and where there is no apprehension of a Day of remuneration, there is little care of proficiency, or striving to perfection. pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vvz n1, cc c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbz j n1 pp-f n1, cc vvg p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
65 For to reason as the Apostle doth, Phil. 3. How can we, dwelling on earth, desire to haue our conuersation in heauen, For to reason as the Apostle does, Philip 3. How can we, Dwelling on earth, desire to have our Conversation in heaven, p-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 vdz, np1 crd q-crq vmb pns12, vvg p-acp n1, n1 pc-acp vhi po12 n1 p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
66 if we looke not for the second comming of our Sauiour? and how can we looke for his comming, if we look not for the second coming of our Saviour? and how can we look for his coming, cs pns12 vvb xx p-acp dt ord n-vvg pp-f po12 n1? cc q-crq vmb pns12 vvi p-acp po31 n-vvg, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
67 except we beleeue the Resurrection? and how can we beleeue the Resurrection, vnlesse wee acknowledge that power by which he is able to subdue all things to himselfe? Againe, except we believe the Resurrection? and how can we believe the Resurrection, unless we acknowledge that power by which he is able to subdue all things to himself? Again, c-acp pns12 vvb dt n1? cc q-crq vmb pns12 vvi dt n1, cs pns12 vvb d n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp px31? av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
68 How doe wee acknowledge our God to bee Almighty in power, without the faith of the Resurrection? and how can wee haue the faith of the Resurrection, without the hope of a Sauiour? and how can we haue hope of a Sauiour, without an heauenly conuersation? So that the life of this conuersation is hope, by which wee expect the comming of a Sauiour: How do we acknowledge our God to be Almighty in power, without the faith of the Resurrection? and how can we have the faith of the Resurrection, without the hope of a Saviour? and how can we have hope of a Saviour, without an heavenly Conversation? So that the life of this Conversation is hope, by which we expect the coming of a Saviour: q-crq vdb pns12 vvi po12 n1 pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? cc q-crq vmb pns12 vhi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? cc q-crq vmb pns12 vhi n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j n1? av cst dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
69 and the ground of this hope is faith, by which wee are assured, that at his comming hee will change our vile bodies, and the ground of this hope is faith, by which we Are assured, that At his coming he will change our vile bodies, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr vvn, cst p-acp po31 n-vvg pns31 vmb vvi po12 j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
70 and make them like to his glorious Body; and make them like to his glorious Body; cc vvi pno32 av-j p-acp po31 j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
71 and the reason of this faith (beyond reason) is his power, by which hee is able to accomplish all things after his good will and pleasure. and the reason of this faith (beyond reason) is his power, by which he is able to accomplish all things After his good will and pleasure. cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 (p-acp n1) vbz po31 n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 8
72 All these be linkes so diuinely hanging and depending each on other, in that golden chaine of the Apostle, that if we let slip one, we lose the comfortable hold-fast of all; All these be links so divinely hanging and depending each on other, in that golden chain of the Apostle, that if we let slip one, we loose the comfortable holdfast of all; av-d d vbb n2 av av-jn vvg cc vvg d p-acp n-jn, p-acp cst j n1 pp-f dt n1, cst cs pns12 vvb vvi pi, pns12 vvb dt j n1 pp-f d; (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 8
73 but good Christians misse not of any, but established in faith, rooted in hope, and abounding in loue, set forward in an holy course of life, but good Christians miss not of any, but established in faith, rooted in hope, and abounding in love, Set forward in an holy course of life, cc-acp j np1 vvb xx pp-f d, cc-acp vvd p-acp n1, vvn p-acp n1, cc vvg p-acp n1, vvb av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 8
74 and follow hard towards the Marke, for the price of the high calling of God in Christ, knowing that they are begotten by the immortall seed of the Word, in the bosome of the Church Militant on earth, to a liuely hope of an inheritance immortall and vndefiled in the Church Triumphant in heauen. and follow hard towards the Mark, for the price of the high calling of God in christ, knowing that they Are begotten by the immortal seed of the Word, in the bosom of the Church Militant on earth, to a lively hope of an inheritance immortal and undefiled in the Church Triumphant in heaven. cc vvi av-j p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp np1, vvg cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 j p-acp n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 j cc j p-acp dt n1 j p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 8
75 This hope, as it giueth vs an edge, that wee should earnestly affect & couet spirituall things, This hope, as it gives us an edge, that we should earnestly affect & covet spiritual things, d n1, c-acp pn31 vvz pno12 dt n1, cst pns12 vmd av-j vvi cc vvi j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 8
76 so doeth it giue vs a backe also to indure all things; so doth it give us a back also to endure all things; av vdz pn31 vvi pno12 dt n1 av pc-acp vvi d n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 8
77 for why doe the seruants of God beare crosses and losses so patiently, abstaine from euill so carefully, pursue the things that are good so cheerefully? but because they looke for a glorious resurrection, for why do the Servants of God bear Crosses and losses so patiently, abstain from evil so carefully, pursue the things that Are good so cheerfully? but Because they look for a glorious resurrection, c-acp q-crq vdb dt n2 pp-f np1 vvi n2 cc n2 av av-j, vvb p-acp j-jn av av-j, vvb dt n2 cst vbr j av av-j? cc-acp c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 8
78 as the full end of all Gods promises, when the wicked shall haue their full punishment, as the full end of all God's promises, when the wicked shall have their full punishment, c-acp dt j n1 pp-f d ng1 n2, c-crq dt j vmb vhi po32 j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 8
79 and the godly their full payment; and the godly their full payment; cc dt j po32 j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 8
80 when the wicked shall (both in body and soule reunited) be made sensible of all manner of misety, when the wicked shall (both in body and soul Reunited) be made sensible of all manner of misety, c-crq dt j vmb (av-d p-acp n1 cc n1 vvn) vbi vvn j pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 8
81 and intolerable wretchednesse in hell, and the godly which haue but breathings heere, shall bee bathed in a sea of comforts, and intolerable wretchedness in hell, and the godly which have but breathings Here, shall be bathed in a sea of comforts, cc j n1 p-acp n1, cc dt j r-crq vhb p-acp n2-vvg av, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 8
82 and inioy the consummation of blisse and complete happinesse in the Kingdome of heauen. and enjoy the consummation of bliss and complete happiness in the Kingdom of heaven. cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 8
83 Doubtlesse, this holy perswasion of a Iudgement to come in the Day of Resurrection (by the Prophets and Apostles, Doubtless, this holy persuasion of a Judgement to come in the Day of Resurrection (by the prophets and Apostles, av-j, d j n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (p-acp dt n2 cc n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
84 and by our Sauiour himselfe so liuely described) hath euer possessed the hearts of Gods Saints and seruants, and by our Saviour himself so lively described) hath ever possessed the hearts of God's Saints and Servants, cc p-acp po12 n1 px31 av av-j vvn) vhz av vvn dt n2 pp-f npg1 n2 cc n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
85 and the life of this perswasion hath been the death of sinne in them, and ought to bee in vs the remembrance, that there is dies & Deus vltionis, a day and God of reuenge: and the life of this persuasion hath been the death of sin in them, and ought to be in us the remembrance, that there is die & Deus vltionis, a day and God of revenge: cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 vhz vbn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, cc pi pc-acp vbi p-acp pno12 dt n1, cst pc-acp vbz n2 cc fw-la fw-la, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
86 for his power vnresistable, for his wisedome infallible, for his Iustice inflexible, ought to strike sinne in the blade, breake it in the head, for his power unresistable, for his Wisdom infallible, for his justice inflexible, ought to strike sin in the blade, break it in the head, c-acp po31 n1 j, c-acp po31 n1 j, c-acp po31 n1 j, pi pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
87 and kill it to the heart; and kill it to the heart; cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
88 and the due Meditation of the reuniting of our bodies and soules in that day, to be ioynt partakers of heauenly felicity, should mooue vs all, to consecrate both the parts of the one, and the due Meditation of the Reuniting of our bodies and Souls in that day, to be joint partakers of heavenly felicity, should move us all, to consecrate both the parts of the one, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbi j n2 pp-f j n1, vmd vvi pno12 d, pc-acp vvi d dt n2 pp-f dt crd, (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
89 and faculties of the other, as pure Nazarites to the seruice of God, in all holinesse, righteousnesse, and sobriety. and faculties of the other, as pure nazarites to the service of God, in all holiness, righteousness, and sobriety. cc n2 pp-f dt n-jn, c-acp j np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d n1, n1, cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
90 Oh then that this Meditation might take due possession, and make deepe impression in your hearts that are Magistrates, in ours that are Ministers, in all of vs Christians, that so in all our doings, dealings, preachings, pleadings, purposes, O then that this Meditation might take due possession, and make deep impression in your hearts that Are Magistrates, in ours that Are Ministers, in all of us Christians, that so in all our doings, dealings, preachings, pleadings, Purposes, uh av d d n1 vmd vvi j-jn n1, cc vvi j-jn n1 p-acp po22 n2 cst vbr n2, p-acp png12 cst vbr n2, p-acp d pp-f pno12 njpg2, cst av p-acp d po12 n2-vdg, n2-vvg, n2-vvg, n2-vvg, n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
91 and proceedings, making account of that Day of accounts, when wee shall bee called to account for them all, wee may hence-forward conscionably retaine God and his Word for our Counsellor, and proceedings, making account of that Day of accounts, when we shall be called to account for them all, we may henceforward Conscionably retain God and his Word for our Counsellor, cc n2-vvg, vvg n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n2, c-crq pns12 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 d, pns12 vmb av av-j vvi np1 cc po31 n1 p-acp po12 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
92 and the true feare of God for our Sollicitor, and by the works of piety, equity, and the true Fear of God for our Solicitor, and by the works of piety, equity, cc dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po12 n1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
93 and charity, according to our seuerall places and callings, lay so good a foundation heere, that we may lay hold of euerlasting life heereafter. and charity, according to our several places and callings, lay so good a Foundation Here, that we may lay hold of everlasting life hereafter. cc n1, vvg p-acp po12 j n2 cc n2, vvd av j dt n1 av, cst pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f j n1 av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
94 For our better direction and incouragement wherein, let vs looke seriously on those worthy patternes of well-doing, Dauid, Paul, Iob, and other faithfull seruants of God, For our better direction and encouragement wherein, let us look seriously on those worthy patterns of welldoing, David, Paul, Job, and other faithful Servants of God, p-acp po12 jc n1 cc n1 c-crq, vvb pno12 vvi av-j p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1, np1, np1, np1, cc j-jn j n2 pp-f np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
95 and withall take notice for our instruction and imitation of those praise-worthy things, which vpon the like consideration of the Day of Resurrection, they both did, and resolued to doe. and withal take notice for our instruction and imitation of those praiseworthy things, which upon the like consideration of the Day of Resurrection, they both did, and resolved to do. cc av vvb n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n2, r-crq p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 d vdd, cc vvd pc-acp vdi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
96 And to begin with the Princely Prophet Dauid, most apparent it is in the 101. Psalme, (which it seemes he made, And to begin with the Princely Prophet David, most apparent it is in the 101. Psalm, (which it seems he made, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 np1, av-ds j pn31 vbz p-acp dt crd n1, (r-crq pn31 vvz pns31 vvd, (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
97 when hee first drew the soueraigne breath of a King, to giue notice to the world what an excellent Gouernour he would be, when he First drew the sovereign breath of a King, to give notice to the world what an excellent Governor he would be, c-crq pns31 ord vvd dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq dt j n1 pns31 vmd vbi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
98 and all others by his example should be) that he voweth and protesteth that hee will doe wisely and worthily, both in the morall carriage of himselfe, and all Others by his Exampl should be) that he Voweth and protesteth that he will do wisely and worthily, both in the moral carriage of himself, cc d n2-jn p-acp po31 n1 vmd vbi) cst pns31 vvz cc vvz cst pns31 vmb vdi av-j cc av-j, av-d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f px31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
99 and in the domesticall well ordering of his family, and in the politicall religious gouernement of his Kingdome and Countrey, vpon expectancy of the Lords comming: and in the domestical well ordering of his family, and in the political religious government of his Kingdom and Country, upon expectancy of the lords coming: cc p-acp dt j av vvg pp-f po31 n1, cc p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2 vvg: (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
100 I will doe wisely (saith he) in the perfect way, till thou commest to me, &c. being well assured, that nothing is so sure as his comming, nothing so great as hee that shall come, nothing so strict as the Iudgement to come; I will do wisely (Says he) in the perfect Way, till thou Comest to me, etc. being well assured, that nothing is so sure as his coming, nothing so great as he that shall come, nothing so strict as the Judgement to come; pns11 vmb vdi av-j (vvz pns31) p-acp dt j n1, c-acp pns21 vv2 p-acp pno11, av vbg av vvn, cst pix vbz av j c-acp po31 n-vvg, pix av j c-acp pns31 cst vmb vvi, pix av j c-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
101 and therefore nothing so needfull as to liue godly, to walke warily in priuate, to worke wisely in publike, vntill his comming. and Therefore nothing so needful as to live godly, to walk warily in private, to work wisely in public, until his coming. cc av pix av j c-acp pc-acp vvi j, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp j, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp j, c-acp po31 n-vvg. (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
102 And to goe on with our zealous Apostle S. Paul, certaine it is, that he did not much passe by mans day, And to go on with our zealous Apostle S. Paul, certain it is, that he did not much pass by men day, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po12 j n1 np1 np1, j pn31 vbz, cst pns31 vdd xx d vvi p-acp ng1 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
103 or esteeme of mans doome, but in respect of the iudgement and approbation of God (with whom his worke and wages were) hee had an accurate vncessant care, NONLATINALPHABET, both to walke vprightly, Gal. 2. and to diuide the Word aright, 2. Tim. 2. and for the euidencing of his great loue towards Christs little flocke, or esteem of men doom, but in respect of the judgement and approbation of God (with whom his work and wages were) he had an accurate uncessant care,, both to walk uprightly, Gal. 2. and to divide the Word aright, 2. Tim. 2. and for the evidencing of his great love towards Christ little flock, cc n1 pp-f ng1 n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 (p-acp ro-crq po31 n1 cc n2 vbdr) pns31 vhd dt j j-u n1,, av-d pc-acp vvi av-j, np1 crd cc p-acp vvb dt n1 av, crd np1 crd cc p-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp npg1 j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
104 and him the great and good Shepherd thereof; hee ceased not to admonish euery one night and day with teares; and him the great and good Shepherd thereof; he ceased not to admonish every one night and day with tears; cc pno31 dt j cc j n1 av; pns31 vvd xx pc-acp vvi d crd n1 cc n1 p-acp n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
105 he ceased not, ecce laborem, to admonish, ecce officium, euery one, ecce amorem, night and day, ecce vigilantiam, with teares, ecce compassionem, &c. Such a painfull, pitifull, powerfull dispenser of the Word was he: he ceased not, ecce laborem, to admonish, ecce officium, every one, ecce amorem, night and day, ecce vigilantiam, with tears, ecce compassionem, etc. Such a painful, pitiful, powerful dispenser of the Word was he: pns31 vvd xx, fw-la fw-la, pc-acp vvi, fw-la fw-la, d pi, fw-la fw-la, n1 cc n1, fw-la fw-la, p-acp n2, fw-la fw-la, av d dt j, j, j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds pns31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
106 neither yet did his care consist onely in fulfilling his ministery by fidelity of dispensation, in publishing all the counsell of God, in preaching constantly, plainly, profitably, to the conuiction of the conscience, the information of the vnderstanding, neither yet did his care consist only in fulfilling his Ministry by Fidis of Dispensation, in publishing all the counsel of God, in preaching constantly, plainly, profitably, to the conviction of the conscience, the information of the understanding, d av vdd po31 n1 vvi av-j p-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg d dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg av-j, av-j, av-j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
107 and the reformation of the will, whereunto all Ministers should aime; and the Reformation of the will, whereunto all Ministers should aim; cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq d n2 vmd vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
108 but also by integrity of conuersation, and singular sanctimony of life (which is the very soule and life of the Ministery) whereof, in the Acts of the Apostles, but also by integrity of Conversation, and singular sanctimony of life (which is the very soul and life of the Ministry) whereof, in the Acts of the Apostles, cc-acp av p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc j n1 pp-f n1 (r-crq vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1) c-crq, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
109 and many passages of his Epistles we haue abundant testimony. and many passages of his Epistles we have abundant testimony. cc d n2 pp-f po31 n2 pns12 vhb j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
110 He knew, the people would hardly beleeue the truth of Religion in his mouth, vnlesse they did see the power of it in his life; He knew, the people would hardly believe the truth of Religion in his Mouth, unless they did see the power of it in his life; pns31 vvd, dt n1 vmd av vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, cs pns32 vdd vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
111 and therefore he did as well teach their eyes by his conscionable doings, as their eares by his comfortable doctrine, making full reckoning, that one day he was to be called to a reckoning for both, in regard whereof he thus triumphantly concludeth, 2. Tim. 4. I haue fought a good fight, I haue finished my course, and Therefore he did as well teach their eyes by his conscionable doings, as their ears by his comfortable Doctrine, making full reckoning, that one day he was to be called to a reckoning for both, in regard whereof he thus triumphantly Concludeth, 2. Tim. 4. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, cc av pns31 vdd p-acp av vvi po32 n2 p-acp po31 j n2-vdg, c-acp po32 n2 p-acp po31 j n1, vvg j vvg, cst pi n1 pns31 vbds pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n-vvg p-acp d, p-acp n1 c-crq pns31 av av-j vvz, crd np1 crd pns11 vhb vvn dt j n1, pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
112 and kept the faith, rauished with this heauenly hope and soule-solacing assurance that a Crowne of righteousnesse was laid vp for him, which the righteous Iudge would giue vnto him in that day. and kept the faith, ravished with this heavenly hope and soul-solacing assurance that a Crown of righteousness was laid up for him, which the righteous Judge would give unto him in that day. cc vvd dt n1, vvn p-acp d j n1 cc j n1 cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp pno31, r-crq dt j n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
113 The expectation of which day of reckoning and recompence, as it made Saint Paul diligent and faithfull in fulfilling his Ministery: The expectation of which day of reckoning and recompense, as it made Saint Paul diligent and faithful in fulfilling his Ministry: dt n1 pp-f r-crq n1 pp-f vvg cc n1, c-acp pn31 vvd n1 np1 j cc j p-acp vvg po31 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
114 So did it make holy Iob very cautelous in the priuate course of his life, and most carefull in his publike gouernment and Magistarcy. So did it make holy Job very cautelous in the private course of his life, and most careful in his public government and Magistarcy. av vdd pn31 vvi j np1 av j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc av-ds j p-acp po31 j n1 cc vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
115 As for the former, I made saith he, Cap. 32. a Couenant with mine eyes, not to looke or thinke on a Maid, As for the former, I made Says he, Cap. 32. a Covenant with mine eyes, not to look or think on a Maid, p-acp p-acp dt j, pns11 vvd vvz pns31, np1 crd dt n1 p-acp po11 n2, xx pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
116 or any other thing, whether gift or bribe, pleasing to the lustfull eye. or any other thing, whither gift or bribe, pleasing to the lustful eye. cc d j-jn n1, cs n1 cc n1, vvg p-acp dt j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
117 Why? this seemes too much precisenes (will the carnall man say:) for lookes and thoughts are free. Why? this seems too much preciseness (will the carnal man say:) for looks and thoughts Are free. q-crq? d vvz av d n1 (n1 dt j n1 vvb:) p-acp n2 cc n2 vbr j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
118 Oh, but what portion then should I haue from aboue, saith Iob? q. d. I dare not giue way to my flesh and the lust thereof in any sort: O, but what portion then should I have from above, Says Job? q. worser. I Dare not give Way to my Flesh and the lust thereof in any sort: uh, cc-acp r-crq n1 av vmd pns11 vhi p-acp a-acp, vvz np1? vvd. sy. pns11 vvb xx vvi n1 p-acp po11 n1 cc dt n1 av p-acp d n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
119 for this were to depriue my selfe of the comfort of the Word and Spirit heere, and of happinesse heereafter: for this were to deprive my self of the Comfort of the Word and Spirit Here, and of happiness hereafter: c-acp d vbdr pc-acp vvi po11 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 av, cc pp-f n1 av: (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
120 and suppose I should heerein escape the censures of men, yet, Is not destruction (saith hee) to the wicked? that is, Hath not the Lord meanes vnconceiueable by man, and suppose I should herein escape the censures of men, yet, Is not destruction (Says he) to the wicked? that is, Hath not the Lord means unconceivable by man, cc vvb pns11 vmd av vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, av, vbz xx n1 (vvz pns31) p-acp dt j? cst vbz, vhz xx dt n1 vvz j p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
121 for the punishment of the vngodly? and can he not bring secret sinnes to open shame? yea grant that it be kept close from the eyes of the world, for the punishment of the ungodly? and can he not bring secret Sins to open shame? yea grant that it be kept close from the eyes of the world, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j? cc vmb pns31 xx vvi j-jn n2 p-acp j n1? uh vvb cst pn31 vbb vvn av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
122 yet doth not hee behold my wayes, and tell all my steps? vers. 4. though men take view onely of the outward action, yet does not he behold my ways, and tell all my steps? vers. 4. though men take view only of the outward actium, av vdz xx pns31 vvi po11 n2, cc vvb d po11 n2? fw-la. crd cs n2 vvb n1 av-j pp-f dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 13
123 yet God looketh vpon the inward disposition and affection of the heart, and hee hath placed also his deputy-Intelligencer, conscience, within mee, to testifie against me. yet God looks upon the inward disposition and affection of the heart, and he hath placed also his deputy-Intelligencer, conscience, within me, to testify against me. av np1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pns31 vhz vvn av po31 n1, n1, p-acp pno11, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno11. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 13
124 These, and the like spirituall reasons and arguments Iob vsed to keepe himselfe in order, and to affright himselfe from all manner of iniquity in his priuate comportment. These, and the like spiritual Reasons and Arguments Job used to keep himself in order, and to affright himself from all manner of iniquity in his private comportment. d, cc dt j j n2 cc n2 np1 vvd pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 13
125 And as for his publike gouernment, you shall finde him liuely described and charactred in the 29. Chapter, to be the Oracle of Wisedome, the Guardian of Iustice, the Refuge of Innocency, the Comet of the guilty, the Champion and defender of the fatherlesse, poore and needy, the Patron of peace, And as for his public government, you shall find him lively described and charactered in the 29. Chapter, to be the Oracle of Wisdom, the Guardian of justice, the Refuge of Innocency, the Cometam of the guilty, the Champion and defender of the fatherless, poor and needy, the Patron of peace, cc c-acp p-acp po31 j n1, pn22 vmb vvi pno31 av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp dt crd n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j, j cc j, dt n1 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
126 and the perfect Myrrour and paterne for all Magistrates, to direct them in the wise managing of all publike affaires of Iudgement and Mercy: and the perfect Mirror and pattern for all Magistrates, to Direct them in the wise managing of all public affairs of Judgement and Mercy: cc dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f d j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
127 in performing of all which duties, Iob shewed himselfe very sedulous and sollicitous; in performing of all which duties, Job showed himself very sedulous and solicitous; p-acp vvg pp-f d r-crq n2, np1 vvd px31 av j cc j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
128 yea, most studious he was of doing well, and most timorous of doing euill, because he was assured, that God himselfe would one day come to visit all his doings; yea, most studious he was of doing well, and most timorous of doing evil, Because he was assured, that God himself would one day come to visit all his doings; uh, av-ds j pns31 vbds pp-f vdg av, cc av-ds j pp-f vdg n-jn, c-acp pns31 vbds vvn, cst np1 px31 vmd crd n1 vvb pc-acp vvi d po31 n2-vdg; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
129 and then, Quid faciam, saith he, vers. 14. What shall I doe, when God shall rise vp to iudge me? when he shall visit me, what shall I answere? and then, Quid faciam, Says he, vers. 14. What shall I do, when God shall rise up to judge me? when he shall visit me, what shall I answer? cc av, fw-la fw-la, vvz pns31, fw-la. crd q-crq vmb pns11 vdi, c-crq np1 vmb vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi pno11? c-crq pns31 vmb vvi pno11, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi? (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
130 If iust Iob, but thinking of the Day of Iudgement, come on with his Quid faciet? What shall he doe? Alas then, quid fiet? what shall be done to the vniust? whose bodies must boyle, If just Job, but thinking of the Day of Judgement, come on with his Quid faciet? What shall he do? Alas then, quid fiet? what shall be done to the unjust? whose bodies must boil, cs j np1, p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb a-acp p-acp po31 fw-la fw-la? q-crq vmb pns31 vdi? np1 av, fw-la fw-la? q-crq vmb vbi vdn p-acp dt j? rg-crq n2 vmb vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 13
131 and soules fry for it, when God comes to Iudgement? If righteous Iob make question what hee shall doe or say; and Souls fry for it, when God comes to Judgement? If righteous Job make question what he shall do or say; cc n2 vvb p-acp pn31, c-crq np1 vvz p-acp n1? cs j np1 vvb n1 r-crq pns31 vmb vdi cc vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 14
132 Alas, what then shall the vnrighteous be able to say or doe for themselues? What shall mercilesse preiudicate bribe-taking Magistrates, mercenary illiterate soule-staruing Ministers, vsurarious extorting State-spoyling money-mongers, sacrilegious Church-polling Patrons, Alas, what then shall the unrighteous be able to say or do for themselves? What shall merciless prejudicate bribetaking Magistrates, mercenary illiterate soul-starving Ministers, vsurarious extorting State-spoiling money-mongers, sacrilegious Church-polling Patrons, uh, r-crq av vmb dt j vbi j pc-acp vvi cc vdb p-acp px32? q-crq vmb av-j vvi j n2, j-jn j j n2, j n-vvg j n2, j j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 14
133 and rent-racking Land-lords and oppressors, couetous time-seruing Court-officers, and vnconscionable Lawyers, with that contagious crue of brothel-hunters, Alehouse-hunters, and rent-racking Landlords and Oppressors's, covetous timeserving Court-officers, and unconscionable Lawyers, with that contagious crew of brothel-hunters, Alehouse-hunters, cc j n2 cc n2, j j n2, cc j n2, p-acp cst j n1 pp-f n2, n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 14
134 and all other blasphemous Sabbath-breaking ruffians, reuellers, and scornefull mock-Preachers? What will these, or any of these be able to say or doe at that Day? Quando non perorabit lingua, sed denudabitur conscientia, when the bookes of conscience shall be opened, and all other blasphemous Sabbath-breaking ruffians, revellers, and scornful mock-Preachers? What will these, or any of these be able to say or do At that Day? Quando non perorabit lingua, sed denudabitur conscientia, when the books of conscience shall be opened, cc d j-jn j j n2, n2, cc j n2? q-crq vmb d, cc d pp-f d vbb j pc-acp vvi cc vdb p-acp d n1? fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, c-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 14
135 and the mouth of iniquity be stopped, and all vicious and flagitious sinners shall bee vtterly vndone; and the Mouth of iniquity be stopped, and all vicious and flagitious Sinners shall be utterly undone; cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb vvn, cc d j cc j n2 vmb vbi av-j vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 14
136 when a feare and consternation of mind shall ouertake the hypocrites and presumptuous transgressors in Sion, when a Fear and consternation of mind shall overtake the Hypocrites and presumptuous transgressors in Sion, c-crq dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi dt n2 cc j n2 p-acp np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 14
137 and none of them shall be able to answere this fearfull question, Who among vs shall dwell with the deuouring fire, with the euerlastings burning? But those which walke in iustice, and none of them shall be able to answer this fearful question, Who among us shall dwell with the devouring fire, with the euerlastings burning? But those which walk in Justice, cc pix pp-f pno32 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi d j n1, r-crq p-acp pno12 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-vvg n1, p-acp dt n2-vvg j-vvg? p-acp d r-crq vvb p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 14
138 and speake righteous things, refusing gaine of oppression, shaking their hands from taking of gifts, stopping their eares from hearing of blood, and speak righteous things, refusing gain of oppression, shaking their hands from taking of Gifts, stopping their ears from hearing of blood, cc vvi j n2, vvg n1 pp-f n1, vvg po32 n2 p-acp vvg pp-f n2, vvg po32 n2 p-acp vvg pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 14
139 and shutting their eyes from seeing euill, euen they shall dwell on high, and see the Lord in his glory. and shutting their eyes from seeing evil, even they shall dwell on high, and see the Lord in his glory. cc vvg po32 n2 p-acp vvg j-jn, av pns32 vmb vvi p-acp j, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 14
140 The time pressing me forward, I cannot stand now to presse this in particular to the present occasion, onely my desire is, that all in generall, The time pressing me forward, I cannot stand now to press this in particular to the present occasion, only my desire is, that all in general, dt n1 vvg pno11 av-j, pns11 vmbx vvi av pc-acp vvi d p-acp j p-acp dt j n1, av-j po11 n1 vbz, cst d p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 15
141 and you in speciall, which are to act any part in this weekes solemne businesse, would often rub vp your memories, with that saying of Ioseph, Gen. 39. Shall I doe this, and so sinne against God? and rowze vp your consciences with this meditation of Iob, What shall I doe then, and you in special, which Are to act any part in this weeks solemn business, would often rub up your memories, with that saying of Ioseph, Gen. 39. Shall I do this, and so sin against God? and rouse up your Consciences with this meditation of Job, What shall I do then, cc pn22 p-acp j, r-crq vbr pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp d n2 j n1, vmd av vvi a-acp po22 n2, p-acp d n-vvg pp-f np1, np1 crd vmb pns11 vdi d, cc av vvb p-acp np1? cc vvi a-acp po22 n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, q-crq vmb pns11 vdi av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 15
142 when God commeth to Iudgement? And that you may not then doe amisse, but be found of God in peace, bee exercised now as Iob was in doing well. when God comes to Judgement? And that you may not then do amiss, but be found of God in peace, be exercised now as Job was in doing well. c-crq np1 vvz p-acp n1? cc cst pn22 vmb xx av vdi av, cc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1 p-acp n1, vbb vvn av p-acp np1 vbds p-acp vdg av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 15
143 Follow peace and holinesse, without which, yee cannot see God; put on, as hee did, iustice and iudgement, as a robe and Crowne; Follow peace and holiness, without which, ye cannot see God; put on, as he did, Justice and judgement, as a robe and Crown; vvb n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq, pn22 vmbx vvb np1; vvb a-acp, c-acp pns31 vdd, n1 cc n1, c-acp dt n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 15
144 bee eyes to the blind, feet to the lame, fathers to the poore, to the widow and fatherlesse. be eyes to the blind, feet to the lame, Father's to the poor, to the widow and fatherless. vbb n2 p-acp dt j, n2 p-acp dt j, n2 p-acp dt j, p-acp dt n1 cc j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 15
145 Shew your selues, in your seuerall imployments, men of courage, fearing God, dealing truly, and hating couetousnesse: Show your selves, in your several employments, men of courage, fearing God, dealing truly, and hating covetousness: n1 po22 n2, p-acp po22 j n2, n2 pp-f n1, vvg np1, vvg av-j, cc vvg n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 15
146 iudge, pleade, witnesse, work nothing against the truth, but all for the truth; judge, plead, witness, work nothing against the truth, but all for the truth; vvb, vvb, n1, vvb pix p-acp dt n1, cc-acp d c-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 15
147 vse the Law lawfully, wrong not the right, right the wronged, iustifie the righteous, condemne the wicked, use the Law lawfully, wrong not the right, right the wronged, justify the righteous, condemn the wicked, vvb dt n1 av-j, vvb xx dt n-jn, j-jn dt j-vvn, vvi dt j, vvb dt j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 15
148 as the Lord commandeth, Deut. 25. To be briefe, let the view of these Assises suggest to your consciences a memorandum of that vniuersall circuit and visitation, which Christ, the Lord chiefe Iustice of the whole world, as the Lord commands, Deuteronomy 25. To be brief, let the view of these Assizes suggest to your Consciences a memorandum of that universal circuit and Visitation, which christ, the Lord chief justice of the Whole world, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd p-acp vbb j, vvb dt n1 pp-f d n2 vvb p-acp po22 n2 dt n1 pp-f d j n1 cc n1, r-crq np1, dt n1 j-jn n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 15
149 and Iudge of all Iudges, will in one day begin and end; and let the meditation of this Day, when we shall all stand to our triall, and Judge of all Judges, will in one day begin and end; and let the meditation of this Day, when we shall all stand to our trial, cc n1 pp-f d n2, vmb p-acp crd n1 vvi cc vvi; cc vvb dt n1 pp-f d n1, c-crq pns12 vmb d vvi p-acp po12 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 15
150 for life or death, serue as the dead hand on the nauell, to cure the dropsie of worldly and vnwarrantable desires, for life or death, serve as the dead hand on the navel, to cure the dropsy of worldly and unwarrantable Desires, p-acp n1 cc n1, vvb a-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j cc j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 16
151 and be as a continuall Monitor vnto vs all, so to number our dayes, and so to spend them, that euery day, and be as a continual Monitor unto us all, so to number our days, and so to spend them, that every day, cc vbi c-acp dt j np1 p-acp pno12 d, av pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc av pc-acp vvi pno32, cst d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 16
152 and euery night wee may be able to make vp a good account, especially in the night of death, and every night we may be able to make up a good account, especially in the night of death, cc d n1 pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j n1, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 16
153 and in the morning of the Resurrection. and in the morning of the Resurrection. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 16
154 For the making vp of which account against that day, in the best manner, the due consideration of the sollicitous and industrious manner of Saint Pauls exercise and imployment, will serue for more then an ordinary president and incouragement vnto vs all; For the making up of which account against that day, in the best manner, the due consideration of the solicitous and Industria manner of Saint Paul's exercise and employment, will serve for more then an ordinary president and encouragement unto us all; p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f r-crq n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp dt js n1, dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1 npg1 vvi cc n1, vmb vvi p-acp dc cs dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12 d; (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 16
155 and therefore, according to the method proposed, I will now descend from the motiue, to the manner, and Therefore, according to the method proposed, I will now descend from the motive, to the manner, cc av, vvg p-acp dt n1 vvn, pns11 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 16
156 as it offereth it selfe here to be considered. Heerein NONLATINALPHABET, by an vsuall Elleipsis, for NONLATINALPHABET) I doe exercise my selfe; as it Offereth it self Here to be considered. Herein, by an usual Ellipsis, for) I do exercise my self; c-acp pn31 vvz pn31 n1 av pc-acp vbi vvn. av, p-acp dt j n1, p-acp) pns11 vdb vvi po11 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 16
157 Hee saith not, Herein I haue laboured, but cannot now, or will labour, but may not yet; He Says not, Herein I have laboured, but cannot now, or will labour, but may not yet; pns31 vvz xx, av pns11 vhb vvn, cc-acp vmbx av, cc vmb vvi, cc-acp vmb xx av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 16
158 hee speakes not doubtfully, Peraduenture I shall; or faintly, I purpose if I can; or fainedly, with some popishlike reseruation, I, or some other will; he speaks not doubtfully, Peradventure I shall; or faintly, I purpose if I can; or fainedly, with Some popishlike reservation, I, or Some other will; pns31 vvz xx av-j, av pns11 vmb; cc av-j, pns11 vvb cs pns11 vmb; cc av-j, p-acp d j n1, pns11, cc d j-jn n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 16
159 but couragiously, confidently, satis pro Apostolo, yea constantly, instantly, satis pro imperio: In this doe I exercise my selfe, I deferre not the doing of it, knowing it most necessary to be done. but courageously, confidently, satis Pro Apostle, yea constantly, instantly, satis Pro Imperial: In this do I exercise my self, I defer not the doing of it, knowing it most necessary to be done. cc-acp av-j, av-j, fw-la fw-la np1, uh av-j, av-jn, fw-la fw-la fw-la: p-acp d vdb pns11 vvi po11 n1, pns11 vvi xx dt vdg pp-f pn31, vvg pn31 av-ds j pc-acp vbi vdn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 16
160 In this I doe really and for the present, without delay, readily, exercise (not others) but my selfe personally, to haue a good conscience, &c. Whence (you see) many particular pregnant instructions might easily be deduced; In this I do really and for the present, without Delay, readily, exercise (not Others) but my self personally, to have a good conscience, etc. Whence (you see) many particular pregnant instructions might Easily be deduced; p-acp d pns11 vdb av-j cc p-acp dt j, p-acp n1, av-j, n1 (xx ng2-jn) p-acp po11 n1 av-j, pc-acp vhi dt j n1, av q-crq (pn22 vvb) d j j n2 vmd av-j vbi vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 16
161 but the general obseruation naturally arising therfrom (vnder which the rest are contained) and vpon which I meane onely to insist, is this: but the general observation naturally arising therefrom (under which the rest Are contained) and upon which I mean only to insist, is this: cc-acp dt j n1 av-j vvg av (p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbr vvn) cc p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb av-j pc-acp vvi, vbz d: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 17
162 That heauen, and heauenly things, especially the treasure of a cleare conscience, which is an heauen vpon earth, is not easily come by, gotten and attained; That heaven, and heavenly things, especially the treasure of a clear conscience, which is an heaven upon earth, is not Easily come by, got and attained; cst n1, cc j n2, av-j dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, vbz xx av-j vvn p-acp, vvn cc vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 17
163 but with diligent sedulity, with a zealous care, and industrious constancy to be sought for and acquired. but with diligent sedulity, with a zealous care, and Industria constancy to be sought for and acquired. cc-acp p-acp j n1, p-acp dt j n1, cc j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp cc vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 17
164 It was not for nothing that the great Commander of all things, Christ Iesus, who can command vs, might condemne vs, will certainly iudge vs, doth so often and so earnestly inculcate that soule-sauing counsell, Striue to enter into the strait gate, into the narrow way which leadeth vnto life; It was not for nothing that the great Commander of all things, christ Iesus, who can command us, might condemn us, will Certainly judge us, does so often and so earnestly inculcate that Soul-saving counsel, Strive to enter into the strait gate, into the narrow Way which leads unto life; pn31 vbds xx p-acp pix cst dt j n1 pp-f d n2, np1 np1, r-crq vmb vvi pno12, vmd vvi pno12, vmb av-j vvi pno12, vdz av av cc av av-j vvb cst j n1, vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 17
165 he knew, and would haue vs to know, that without striuing and struggling against our corruptions, without stooping, he knew, and would have us to know, that without striving and struggling against our corruptions, without stooping, pns31 vvd, cc vmd vhi pno12 pc-acp vvi, cst p-acp vvg cc vvg p-acp po12 n2, p-acp vvg, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 17
166 and stripping our selues of our carnall worldly affections, there is no passage into the narrow portall of heauen. and stripping our selves of our carnal worldly affections, there is no passage into the narrow portal of heaven. cc vvg po12 n2 pp-f po12 j j n2, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 17
167 We must, as the holy Ghost chargeth, walke circumspectly and precisely, Ephes. 5. Make straight steps to our feet, Hebr. 12. Walke by a rule, Gal. 5. 16. Take heed to our wayes, with Dauid, Psal. 39. and striue to keepe an euen and direct course, We must, as the holy Ghost charges, walk circumspectly and precisely, Ephesians 5. Make straight steps to our feet, Hebrew 12. Walk by a Rule, Gal. 5. 16. Take heed to our ways, with David, Psalm 39. and strive to keep an even and Direct course, pns12 vmb, c-acp dt j n1 vvz, vvb av-j cc av-j, np1 crd n1 j n2 p-acp po12 n2, np1 crd n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd vvb n1 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp np1, np1 crd cc vvb pc-acp vvi dt j cc j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 17
168 as it were by line or leuell, that so we may haue entrance into the strait gate, into the which, the proud man, with his high lookes; as it were by line or level, that so we may have Entrance into the strait gate, into the which, the proud man, with his high looks; c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp n1 cc vvi, cst av pns12 vmb vhi n1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt r-crq, dt j n1, p-acp po31 j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 17
169 the ambitious, with his aspiring thoughts; the malicious, with his swelling vncharitable heart; the Vsurer, with his full bags; the ambitious, with his aspiring thoughts; the malicious, with his swelling uncharitable heart; the Usurer, with his full bags; dt j, p-acp po31 j-vvg n2; dt j, p-acp po31 j-vvg j n1; dt n1, p-acp po31 j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 17
170 the drunkard, with his full cups, and corrupt lungs; the adulterer, with his fulsome minions, and wasted loynes, can haue no admittance; the drunkard, with his full cups, and corrupt lungs; the adulterer, with his fulsome minions, and wasted loins, can have no admittance; dt n1, p-acp po31 j n2, cc j n2; dt n1, p-acp po31 j n2, cc j-vvn n2, vmb vhi dx n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 17
171 no admittance, if they liue, and lye and die in their sinnes without repentance: no admittance, if they live, and lie and die in their Sins without Repentance: dx n1, cs pns32 vvb, cc vvi cc vvi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 18
172 facilis descensus auerni; A man may goe to hell without a staffe, as the Heathen saith; Facilis descensus auerni; A man may go to hell without a staff, as the Heathen Says; fw-la fw-la fw-la; dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt j-jn vvz; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 18
173 sed reuocare gradum, &c. But to make a step to heauen, and so to seeke the Kingdome thereof, said reuocare Gradum, etc. But to make a step to heaven, and so to seek the Kingdom thereof, vvn fw-la fw-la, av p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, cc av pc-acp vvi dt n1 av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 18
174 as to find it, so to finde it, as to inioy it, hic labor, hoc opus est, non puluinaris, sed pulueris: as to find it, so to find it, as to enjoy it, hic labour, hoc opus est, non puluinaris, sed pulueris: c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31, av pc-acp vvi pn31, c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31, fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-fr fw-la, fw-la fw-la: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 18
175 This, this indeed is a labour of great worth, a worke requiring much heedfulnesse, diligence, and watchfulnesse. This, this indeed is a labour of great worth, a work requiring much heedfulness, diligence, and watchfulness. d, d av vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, dt n1 vvg d n1, n1, cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 18
176 Whereof our Apostle had good experience, and therefore for our learning and imitation, he hath left it recorded, that hee did forget what was behind, that is, account whatsoeuer he had done or suffered already for Gods sake, to bee as nothing, not worth the naming; Whereof our Apostle had good experience, and Therefore for our learning and imitation, he hath left it recorded, that he did forget what was behind, that is, account whatsoever he had done or suffered already for God's sake, to be as nothing, not worth the naming; c-crq po12 n1 vhd j n1, cc av p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, pns31 vhz vvn pn31 vvn, cst pns31 vdd vvi r-crq vbds a-acp, cst vbz, vvb r-crq pns31 vhd vdn cc vvn av p-acp ng1 n1, pc-acp vbi c-acp pix, xx j dt n-vvg; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 18
177 but this one thing he did, he did indeuour himselfe to that which was before, and striued to doe better, and to bee better, and followed hard towards the Marke, but this one thing he did, he did endeavour himself to that which was before, and strived to do better, and to be better, and followed hard towards the Mark, cc-acp d crd n1 pns31 vdd, pns31 vdd vvi px31 p-acp d r-crq vbds a-acp, cc vvd pc-acp vdi av-jc, cc pc-acp vbi jc, cc vvd av-j p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 18
178 for the price of the high calling of God in Iesus Christ; for the price of the high calling of God in Iesus christ; p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp np1 np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 18
179 So heere in my Text hee exercised himselfe, that is, with diligence and dexterity, and continuall indeuour to the vtmost; So Here in my Text he exercised himself, that is, with diligence and dexterity, and continual endeavour to the utmost; av av p-acp po11 n1 pns31 vvn px31, cst vbz, p-acp n1 cc n1, cc j n1 p-acp dt j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 18
180 he pursued this one thing aboue all other things, to wit, the hauing and holding of a good conscience, esteeming it at so high a rate, he pursued this one thing above all other things, to wit, the having and holding of a good conscience, esteeming it At so high a rate, pns31 vvd d crd n1 p-acp d j-jn n2, pc-acp vvi, dt j-vvg cc vvg pp-f dt j n1, vvg pn31 p-acp av j dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 18
181 as the Merchant did the Pearle for which hee sold all that he had, accounting all things else as drosse and losse in comparison thereof. as the Merchant did the Pearl for which he sold all that he had, accounting all things Else as dross and loss in comparison thereof. c-acp dt n1 vdd dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd d cst pns31 vhd, vvg d n2 av p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 18
182 He knew, that the imperfect Essayes, proffers, and momentany purposes, and propensities of lazie languishing wishers & woulders, ripen not, reach not home thereunto, He knew, that the imperfect Essays, proffers, and momentany Purposes, and propensities of lazy languishing wishers & woulders, ripen not, reach not home thereunto, pns31 vvd, cst dt j n2, n2, cc n1 n2, cc n2 pp-f j j-vvg n2 cc n2, vvb xx, vvb xx av-an av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
183 and therefore with a steady settled will, and full resolution with the greatest bent and extent of his regenerate rectified affection, (such as was in Dauid, where hee vowed and swore that hee would keepe Gods righteous iudgements; and Therefore with a steady settled will, and full resolution with the greatest bent and extent of his regenerate rectified affection, (such as was in David, where he vowed and swore that he would keep God's righteous Judgments; cc av p-acp dt j j-vvn n1, cc j n1 p-acp dt js n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 j-vvn j-vvn n1, (d c-acp vbds p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvd cc vvd cst pns31 vmd vvi n2 j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
184 and in Ioshua, where hee resolued that whatsoeuer others did, hee and his house would serue the Lord) pursueth the purchase of this heauenly Iewell, a good conscience; and in Ioshua, where he resolved that whatsoever Others did, he and his house would serve the Lord) pursueth the purchase of this heavenly Jewel, a good conscience; cc p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvd cst r-crq ng2-jn vdd, pns31 cc po31 n1 vmd vvi dt n1) vvz dt n1 pp-f d j n1, dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
185 in which pursuit he deserueth our best imitation, and most zealous emulation too. in which pursuit he deserves our best imitation, and most zealous emulation too. p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vvz po12 js n1, cc av-ds j n1 av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
186 So that as S. Ierom, hauing read the religious life and comfortable death of Hilarion, said, So that as S. Jerom, having read the religious life and comfortable death of Hilarion, said, av cst p-acp n1 np1, vhg vvn dt j n1 cc j n1 pp-f np1, vvd, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
187 Surely Hilarion shall be the Champion which I will follow. Surely Hilarion shall be the Champion which I will follow. av-j np1 vmb vbi dt n1 r-crq pns11 vmb vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
188 So hauing heard the godly care, and continuall indeuour which Saint Paul had to keepe an vpright conscience; So having herd the godly care, and continual endeavour which Saint Paul had to keep an upright conscience; np1 vhg vvn dt j n1, cc j n1 r-crq n1 np1 vhd pc-acp vvi dt av-j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
189 wee should all, both Magistrates and Ministers, and all other officers and instruments of Iustice here present, religiously resolue to make Saint Paul our Champion and guide, in a businesse of so singular consequence, henceforward exercising our selues in this, to haue alwayes a good conscience towards God and men; we should all, both Magistrates and Ministers, and all other Officers and Instruments of justice Here present, religiously resolve to make Saint Paul our Champion and guide, in a business of so singular consequence, henceforward exercising our selves in this, to have always a good conscience towards God and men; pns12 vmd d, d n2 cc n2, cc d j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 av j, av-j vvb pc-acp vvi n1 np1 po12 n1 cc vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f av j n1, av vvg po12 n2 p-acp d, pc-acp vhi av dt j n1 p-acp np1 cc n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
190 to haue, I say, that tranquillity of mind, that heauenly Musicke, whereon the old Philosophers doubtfully harped, to have, I say, that tranquillity of mind, that heavenly Music, whereon the old Philosophers doubtfully harped, pc-acp vhi, pns11 vvb, cst n1 pp-f n1, cst j n1, c-crq dt j n2 av-j vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
191 but the good Christian heart onely heareth it, and answereth it with iust measures of ioy: but the good Christian heart only hears it, and Answers it with just measures of joy: cc-acp dt j njp n1 av-j vvz pn31, cc vvz pn31 p-acp j n2 pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
192 Which spirituall harmony (to giue you by the way a taste of it, for the sharpning of your appetite after it) as a song of three parts, consisteth in a three-fold peace, with God aboue vs, Which spiritual harmony (to give you by the Way a taste of it, for the sharpening of your appetite After it) as a song of three parts, Consisteth in a threefold peace, with God above us, r-crq j n1 (pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp dt vvg pp-f po22 n1 p-acp pn31) c-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n2, vvz p-acp dt j n1, p-acp np1 p-acp pno12, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
193 and men without vs, and the soule within vs; and therefore is both hard to be gotten, and rare to be found. and men without us, and the soul within us; and Therefore is both hard to be got, and rare to be found. cc n2 p-acp pno12, cc dt n1 p-acp pno12; cc av vbz d j pc-acp vbi vvn, cc j pc-acp vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 20
194 But after wee haue sought heauen and earth, behold, where onely the wearied Doue, the humbled Christian may finde this Oliue of peace, this peace of a good conscience, But After we have sought heaven and earth, behold, where only the wearied Dove, the humbled Christian may find this Olive of peace, this peace of a good conscience, p-acp a-acp pns12 vhb vvn n1 cc n1, vvb, c-crq av-j dt j-vvn n1, dt j-vvn np1 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f n1, d n1 pp-f dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 20
195 namely, in that reconciliation to God, in that remission of sinnes, and fruition of Gods fauour, which the eternall Peace-maker, the Sauiour of men, namely, in that reconciliation to God, in that remission of Sins, and fruition of God's favour, which the Eternal Peacemaker, the Saviour of men, av, p-acp d n1 p-acp np1, p-acp d n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f npg1 n1, r-crq dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 20
196 and anointed of God, CHRIST IESVS, hath procured and purchased, by the infinite price of his most precious Blood; and anointed of God, CHRIST JESUS, hath procured and purchased, by the infinite price of his most precious Blood; cc vvn pp-f np1, np1 np1, vhz vvn cc vvn, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 av-ds j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 20
197 the benefit whereof hee offers to be apprehended of vs by the spirituall hand of faith: the benefit whereof he offers to be apprehended of us by the spiritual hand of faith: dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f pno12 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 20
198 Receiue then peace, and be happy; beleeue, and thou hast receiued; by faith thou art interessed in all that either God hath promised, or Christ performed. Receive then peace, and be happy; believe, and thou hast received; by faith thou art interested in all that either God hath promised, or christ performed. vvb av n1, cc vbi j; vvb, cc pns21 vh2 vvn; p-acp n1 pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp d cst d np1 vhz vvn, cc np1 vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 20
199 The faithfull apprehension and application of Christs all-sufficient satisfaction, makes it to bee thine. Vpon this satisfaction thou hast the broad Seale of pardon and remission; vpon remission followes reconciliation; The faithful apprehension and application of Christ All-sufficient satisfaction, makes it to be thine. Upon this satisfaction thou hast the broad Seal of pardon and remission; upon remission follows reconciliation; dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi png21. p-acp d n1 pns21 vh2 dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; p-acp n1 vvz n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 20
200 and vpon reconciliation, peace of conscience. and upon reconciliation, peace of conscience. cc p-acp n1, n1 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 20
201 O heauenly peace, whereby alone we are at league with our selues, and God with vs, without which, all other pleasures are to be pitied; O heavenly peace, whereby alone we Are At league with our selves, and God with us, without which, all other pleasures Are to be pitied; sy j n1, c-crq av-j pns12 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc np1 p-acp pno12, p-acp r-crq, d j-jn n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 20
202 without which, the heart will deny to be cheered, though all the world bee her Minstrell and Musician. without which, the heart will deny to be cheered, though all the world be her Minstrel and Musician. p-acp r-crq, dt n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn, cs d dt n1 vbb po31 n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 20
203 When therefore thy conscience, like a sterne Sergeant, shall catch thee by the throate, and arrest thee vpon Gods debt, let this be thy plea, that thou hast already paid it, bring foorth that bloody acquittance sealed to thee from heauen vpon thy true faith, When Therefore thy conscience, like a stern sergeant, shall catch thee by the throat, and arrest thee upon God's debt, let this be thy plea, that thou hast already paid it, bring forth that bloody acquittance sealed to thee from heaven upon thy true faith, c-crq av po21 n1, av-j dt j n1, vmb vvi pno21 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb pno21 p-acp npg1 n1, vvb d vbb po21 n1, cst pns21 vh2 av vvd pn31, vvb av d j n1 vvn p-acp pno21 p-acp n1 p-acp po21 j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 21
204 and straightway thou shalt see her fierce lookes changed into friendly smiles, and that hand which was ready violently to drag thee to prison, and straightway thou shalt see her fierce looks changed into friendly smiles, and that hand which was ready violently to drag thee to prison, cc av pns21 vm2 vvi po31 j n2 vvn p-acp j n2, cc d n1 r-crq vbds j av-j pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 21
205 now louingly to imbrace thee, and fight for thee against all temptations and accusations whatsoeuer. now lovingly to embrace thee, and fight for thee against all temptations and accusations whatsoever. av av-vvg pc-acp vvi pno21, cc vvi p-acp pno21 p-acp d n2 cc n2 r-crq. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 21
206 For what can accuse or condemne, where God and the conscience do acquit? Hic murus ahaeneus esto, nil conscire tibi: For what can accuse or condemn, where God and the conscience do acquit? Hic Murus ahaeneus esto, nil Conscire tibi: p-acp q-crq vmb vvi cc vvi, c-crq np1 cc dt n1 vdb vvi? fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la: (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 21
207 Let this be thy fortresse and brazen Bulwarke in all assaults of thy spirituall enemies, that thou hast no sinne vnrepented; Let this be thy fortress and brazen Bulwark in all assaults of thy spiritual enemies, that thou hast no sin unrepented; vvb d vbb po21 n1 cc j n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f po21 j n2, cst pns21 vh2 dx n1 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 21
208 no corruption vnbewailed, with the guilt wherof thou canst charge thy selfe. no corruption unbewailed, with the guilt whereof thou Canst charge thy self. dx n1 j, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 21
209 Surely thou canst not be by the false iudgement of another made miserable, who art thus by the true testimony of thine owne conscience become blessed; Surely thou Canst not be by the false judgement of Another made miserable, who art thus by the true testimony of thine own conscience become blessed; np1 pns21 vm2 xx vbi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n-jn vvd j, q-crq vb2r av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po21 d n1 vvb vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 21
210 the vniust exclamations of the wicked without, shall not be able to hurt thee, whilst the iust acclamation of thy witnesse within, doth cleere and cheere thee; the unjust exclamations of the wicked without, shall not be able to hurt thee, while the just acclamation of thy witness within, does clear and cheer thee; dt j n2 pp-f dt j p-acp, vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi pno21, cs dt j n1 pp-f po21 n1 p-acp, vdz vvi cc vvi pno21; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 21
211 nay, rather thou shalt make to thy selfe a Garland of the false aspersions of Sycophants, nay, rather thou shalt make to thy self a Garland of the false Aspersions of sycophants, uh-x, av-c pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp po21 n1 dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 21
212 and be able comfortably & confidently to say, as S. Austin, in a case not much vnlike said; and be able comfortably & confidently to say, as S. Austin, in a case not much unlike said; cc vbi j av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi, c-acp np1 np1, p-acp dt n1 xx d av-j vvd; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 21
213 Fideliter in conspectu Dei dico, &c. I speake it solemnely in the sight of God, that I am not guilty to any of those actions wherewith my aduersary chargeth me, Fideliter in conspectu Dei dico, etc. I speak it solemnly in the sighed of God, that I am not guilty to any of those actions wherewith my adversary charges me, np1 p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la, av pns11 vvb pn31 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns11 vbm xx j p-acp d pp-f d n2 c-crq po11 n1 vvz pno11, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 21
214 since the time I was baptized in the name of Christ, and therefore haue no cause to be sad, but to reioyce and exult. since the time I was baptised in the name of christ, and Therefore have no cause to be sad, but to rejoice and exult. c-acp dt n1 pns11 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av vhb dx n1 pc-acp vbi j, cc-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 21
215 Goe to then, ye righteous, reioyce in the Lord, sing merrily, ye that are purged and pacified by faith in Christs Blood, to the mighty God of your saluation. Go to then, you righteous, rejoice in the Lord, sing merrily, you that Are purged and pacified by faith in Christ Blood, to the mighty God of your salvation. vvb p-acp av, pn22 j, vvb p-acp dt n1, vvb av-j, pn22 cst vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po22 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 22
216 Walke cheerefully on in the way of peace, thus chalked foorth vnto you: Walk cheerfully on in the Way of peace, thus chalked forth unto you: np1 av-j a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av vvn av p-acp pn22: (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 22
217 let no difficulty be a sufficient excuse to hinder you in the pursuite of this peace of conscience, which of all other things is most precious, let no difficulty be a sufficient excuse to hinder you in the pursuit of this peace of conscience, which of all other things is most precious, vvb dx n1 vbb dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pp-f d j-jn n2 vbz av-ds j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 22
218 and yeelds sweetest and durablest contentment; and yields Sweetest and durablest contentment; cc vvz js cc js n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 22
219 and that you may so haue it, that you may also hold it fast, and be confirmed in the same, put in daily practice these few rules. and that you may so have it, that you may also hold it fast, and be confirmed in the same, put in daily practice these few rules. cc cst pn22 vmb av vhi pn31, cst pn22 vmb av vvi pn31 av-j, cc vbi vvn p-acp dt d, vvn p-acp j n1 d d n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 22
220 First, in respect of God, labour and indeuour by all holy exercises of Prayer, of hearing the Word of God, by conference and Meditation, to find the fruition of his sweet presence renewed in you. First, in respect of God, labour and endeavour by all holy exercises of Prayer, of hearing the Word of God, by conference and Meditation, to find the fruition of his sweet presence renewed in you. ord, p-acp n1 pp-f np1, n1 cc vvi p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1, pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 vvn p-acp pn22. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 22
221 Secondly, in respect of your selues and your actions, you must resolue by a secret vow passed betwixt God and the soule, to refraine from all occasions of dipleasing his Maiesty, to performe Canonicall obedience in all required duties, Secondly, in respect of your selves and your actions, you must resolve by a secret Voelli passed betwixt God and the soul, to refrain from all occasions of dipleasing his Majesty, to perform Canonical Obedience in all required duties, ord, p-acp n1 pp-f po22 n2 cc po22 n2, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvn p-acp np1 cc dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f vvg po31 n1, pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp d j-vvn n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 22
222 and to doe nothing doubtfully with intricate suspension of mind. And lastly, in respect of your estate, it behooueth you wholly to roll your selues, and to do nothing doubtfully with intricate suspension of mind. And lastly, in respect of your estate, it behooveth you wholly to roll your selves, cc pc-acp vdi pix av-j p-acp j n1 pp-f n1. cc ord, p-acp n1 pp-f po22 n1, pn31 vvz pn22 av-jn pc-acp vvi po22 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 22
223 and relie on the prouidence of the Highest, and to consider whatsoeuer comes vnto you, that it commeth from a Diuine hand, whose Almighty power is guided by a most wise prouidence, and rely on the providence of the Highest, and to Consider whatsoever comes unto you, that it comes from a Divine hand, whose Almighty power is guided by a most wise providence, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js, cc pc-acp vvi r-crq vvz p-acp pn22, cst pn31 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1, rg-crq j-jn n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt av-ds j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 22
224 and tempered with a fatherly loue, and so to be perswaded, the estate wherein you are, to be best of all for you, and tempered with a fatherly love, and so to be persuaded, the estate wherein you Are, to be best of all for you, cc vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc av pc-acp vbi vvn, dt n1 c-crq pn22 vbr, pc-acp vbi js pp-f d c-acp pn22, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 22
225 because he willeth it, who foresees and effects what is best for his. Because he wills it, who foresees and effects what is best for his. c-acp pns31 vvz pn31, r-crq vvz cc n2 r-crq vbz js p-acp png31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 22
226 These, as a threefold cord diuinely twisted, are sufficiently able to strengthen in vs, and to confirme vnto vs the hold-fast of a good quiet conscience. These, as a threefold cord divinely twisted, Are sufficiently able to strengthen in us, and to confirm unto us the holdfast of a good quiet conscience. np1, c-acp dt j n1 av-jn vvn, vbr av-j j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f dt j j-jn n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 23
227 To the which generall rules, these particular helpes are subordinate, which the conscionable Christian may, and must vse for his surer footing, and better furtherance in the way to heauen. To the which general rules, these particular helps Are subordinate, which the conscionable Christian may, and must use for his Surer footing, and better furtherance in the Way to heaven. p-acp dt r-crq n1 vvz, d j n2 vbr j, r-crq dt j njp vmb, cc vmb vvi p-acp po31 jc n1, cc jc n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 23
228 First, his holy care must bee so to heare the Word, as with a settled purpose to yeeld obedience from the heart, to the forme of doctrine whereunto he is deliuered; First, his holy care must be so to hear the Word, as with a settled purpose to yield Obedience from the heart, to the Form of Doctrine whereunto he is Delivered; ord, po31 j n1 vmb vbi av pc-acp vvi dt n1, c-acp p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 c-crq pns31 vbz vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 23
229 not talking, as many doe in a dreame, of the Kingdome of God, and righteousnesse thereof; not talking, as many do in a dream, of the Kingdom of God, and righteousness thereof; xx vvg, c-acp d vdb p-acp dt n1, pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc n1 av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 23
230 or walking, as others doe (with respect to their profit or preferment) in some good duties, as Herod did; or walking, as Others do (with respect to their profit or preferment) in Some good duties, as Herod did; cc vvg, c-acp n2-jn vdb (p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1) p-acp d j n2, c-acp np1 vdd; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 23
231 but with an heart inlarged by grace, running in all the wayes of Gods Commandements, blessing God for the day-light of the Gospell, but with an heart enlarged by grace, running in all the ways of God's commandments, blessing God for the daylight of the Gospel, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp n1, vvg p-acp d dt n2 pp-f npg1 n2, n1 np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 23
232 and the opportunity offered thereby, of casting off the workes of darknesse, and putting on the armour of light; and the opportunity offered thereby, of casting off the works of darkness, and putting on the armour of Light; cc dt n1 vvd av, pp-f vvg a-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 23
233 imbracing at all times the sound of the Word, not onely when it commeth in a still and soft voyce (gently admonishing vs to auoyd the quagmires of voluptuousnesse, the thorny copse of couetousnesse, embracing At all times the found of the Word, not only when it comes in a still and soft voice (gently admonishing us to avoid the quagmires of voluptuousness, the thorny copse of covetousness, vvg p-acp d n2 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, xx av-j c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt j cc j n1 (av-j vvg pno12 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, dt j n1 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 23
234 and the stickle path of pride, and to walke precisely in the pleasant and prosperous wayes of wisedome,) but also when as a Trumpet it soundeth the Alarm of iudgement against secure and impenitent sinners, that so he may be kept in awe, and the stickle path of pride, and to walk precisely in the pleasant and prosperous ways of Wisdom,) but also when as a Trumpet it soundeth the Alarm of judgement against secure and impenitent Sinners, that so he may be kept in awe, cc dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f n1,) cc-acp av c-crq p-acp dt n1 pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j cc j n2, cst av pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 23
235 and say with the Prophet, O Lord, I heard thy voyce and was afraid, my flesh trembleth for feare of thy iudgments. and say with the Prophet, Oh Lord, I herd thy voice and was afraid, my Flesh Trembleth for Fear of thy Judgments. cc vvb p-acp dt n1, uh n1, pns11 vvd po21 n1 cc vbds j, po11 n1 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f po21 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 23
236 Secondly, with the faithfull, Esa. 26. he is so to wait for the Lord in the way of his iudgements, with his soule desiring him in the night, Secondly, with the faithful, Isaiah 26. he is so to wait for the Lord in the Way of his Judgments, with his soul desiring him in the night, ord, p-acp dt j, np1 crd pns31 vbz av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, p-acp po31 n1 vvg pno31 p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 24
237 and with his spirit seeking him in the morning, that thereby he may not onely be terrified, and with his Spirit seeking him in the morning, that thereby he may not only be terrified, cc p-acp po31 n1 vvg pno31 p-acp dt n1, cst av pns31 vmb xx av-j vbi vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 24
238 but as the Prophet there speaketh, learne righteousnesse, and behold the high hand of God, but as the Prophet there speaks, Learn righteousness, and behold the high hand of God, cc-acp c-acp dt n1 a-acp vvz, vvb n1, cc vvb dt j n1 pp-f np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 24
239 as well in protecting the vertuous, and compassing them about with a wall of brasse for their defence, as in punishing the vicious, (which in the Land of vprightnesse doe wickedly) for their destruction. as well in protecting the virtuous, and compassing them about with a wall of brass for their defence, as in punishing the vicious, (which in the Land of uprightness do wickedly) for their destruction. c-acp av p-acp vvg dt j, cc vvg pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n1, c-acp p-acp vvg dt j, (r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vdb av-j) c-acp po32 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 24
240 Thirdly, that his profession and practice may be no way mimicall, and grounded only on occasion, Thirdly, that his profession and practice may be no Way mimical, and grounded only on occasion, ord, cst po31 n1 cc n1 vmb vbi dx n1 j, cc vvn av-j p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 24
241 and confined by limitation, but sincere and intire, without dodging and reseruation; and confined by limitation, but sincere and entire, without dodging and reservation; cc vvn p-acp n1, cc-acp j cc j, p-acp n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 24
242 he must bind himselfe with Dauids vow, and make a couenant betwixt God and his soule, that hee will performe his righteous iudgements, he must bind himself with David Voelli, and make a Covenant betwixt God and his soul, that he will perform his righteous Judgments, pns31 vmb vvi px31 p-acp npg1 vvb, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi po31 j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 24
243 and be as the Clocke in the house where hee liueth, in the company where he conuerseth, awaking others to doe their duties; and be as the Clock in the house where he lives, in the company where he Converseth, awaking Others to do their duties; cc vbi c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz, vvg n2-jn pc-acp vdi po32 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 24
244 and to this end must daily edifie himselfe in his most holy faith, praying in the holy Ghost, that God, (who in his conuersion rowzed him out of the sleepe of sinne) would, by the neuer-ceasing influence of that grace which first awaked him, keepe alwayes his heart awake, and to this end must daily edify himself in his most holy faith, praying in the holy Ghost, that God, (who in his conversion roused him out of the sleep of sin) would, by the never-ceasing influence of that grace which First awaked him, keep always his heart awake, cc p-acp d n1 vmb av-j vvi px31 p-acp po31 av-ds j n1, vvg p-acp dt j n1, cst np1, (r-crq p-acp po31 n1 vvd pno31 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1) vmd, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq ord vvd pno31, vvb av po31 n1 j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 24
245 and not suffer him to sleepe as others doe, and let slip opportunity of grace, and not suffer him to sleep as Others do, and let slip opportunity of grace, cc xx vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2-jn vdb, cc vvb vvi n1 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 24
246 but preserue him watchfull and sober, that so continuing the spirituall motion of prayer, thankesgiuing, meditation, but preserve him watchful and Sobrium, that so Continuing the spiritual motion of prayer, thanksgiving, meditation, cc-acp vvb pno31 j cc j, cst av vvg dt j n1 pp-f n1, n1, n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 24
247 and examination of his heart and life, he may be preserued in his spirit, and not transgresse, Mal. 2. and more and more strengthen in himselfe the good things which else would bee ready to dye, Reuel. 3. and examination of his heart and life, he may be preserved in his Spirit, and not transgress, Malachi 2. and more and more strengthen in himself the good things which Else would be ready to die, Revel. 3. cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc xx vvi, np1 crd cc n1 cc av-dc vvi p-acp px31 dt j n2 r-crq av vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi, vvb. crd (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 25
248 Fourthly, he must with all diligence auoyd that repletion of worldly desires, and carnall delights, which our Sauiour shewes to bee an especiall enemy to Christian watchfulnesse, Fourthly, he must with all diligence avoid that repletion of worldly Desires, and carnal delights, which our Saviour shows to be an especial enemy to Christian watchfulness, ord, pns31 vmb p-acp d n1 vvi d n1 pp-f j n2, cc j n2, r-crq po12 n1 vvz pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp njp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 25
249 and with the wise Steward, Luk. 16. must be content to sit downe and write fifty for an hundred: and with the wise Steward, Luk. 16. must be content to fit down and write fifty for an hundred: cc p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi crd p-acp dt crd: (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 25
250 that is, to abridge himselfe of many profits and pleasures; that is, to abridge himself of many profits and pleasures; cst vbz, pc-acp vvi px31 pp-f d n2 cc n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 25
251 yea, by seasonable abstinence, he is to bring his flesh into subiection, and by perpetuall sobriety, to fence the City of his soule, that by any rout or riot of voluptuousnesse, the walls thereof be not broken downe. yea, by seasonable abstinence, he is to bring his Flesh into subjection, and by perpetual sobriety, to fence the city of his soul, that by any rout or riot of voluptuousness, the walls thereof be not broken down. uh, p-acp j n1, pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, dt n2 av vbb xx vvn a-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 25
252 Fifthly, he is with the Israelites, Numb. 9. to keepe the watch of the Lord; Fifthly, he is with the Israelites, Numb. 9. to keep the watch of the Lord; ord, pns31 vbz p-acp dt np2, j. crd pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 25
253 and as they fixed their eyes on the pillar of a cloud by day, and of fire by night, that according thereto they might rest or remooue; and as they fixed their eyes on the pillar of a cloud by day, and of fire by night, that according thereto they might rest or remove; cc c-acp pns32 vvd po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, cc pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cst vvg av pns32 vmd vvi cc vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 25
254 so the conscionable Christian is to marke and obserue diligently Gods workes and dealings with others and himselfe, so the conscionable Christian is to mark and observe diligently God's works and dealings with Others and himself, av dt j np1 vbz pc-acp vvi cc vvi av-j n2 n2 cc n2-vvg p-acp n2-jn cc px31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 25
255 and when hee calles to feasting or mourning, is to haue his eyes opened, and his senses awaked, to entertaine the Lords mercies or iudgements with ioy or sorrow, as hee hath appoynted: and when he calls to feasting or mourning, is to have his eyes opened, and his Senses awaked, to entertain the lords Mercies or Judgments with joy or sorrow, as he hath appointed: cc c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp vvg cc vvg, vbz pc-acp vhi po31 n2 vvd, cc po31 n2 vvd, pc-acp vvi dt n2 n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 25
256 Contrary to the disposition of those retchlesse rebellious persons by the Prophets condemned, Amos 6. Ier. 5. Esa. 22. Contrary to the disposition of those retchless rebellious Persons by the prophets condemned, Amos 6. Jeremiah 5. Isaiah 22. n-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j j n2 p-acp dt n2 vvn, np1 crd np1 crd np1 crd (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 25
257 Lastly, that hee may constantly stand on the guard of faith and a good conscience, hee is seriously to meditate on, Lastly, that he may constantly stand on the guard of faith and a good conscience, he is seriously to meditate on, ord, cst pns31 vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc dt j n1, pns31 vbz av-j pc-acp vvi a-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 26
258 and daily to expect Christs comming to Iudgement; and daily to expect Christ coming to Judgement; cc av-j pc-acp vvi npg1 vvg p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 26
259 that whether he come at euening, or morning, or midnight, he may be ready with his Lampe burning, that whither he come At evening, or morning, or midnight, he may be ready with his Lamp burning, cst cs pns31 vvb p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1, pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp po31 n1 vvg, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 26
260 and loynes girded, to entertaine him: and loins girded, to entertain him: cc n2 vvn, pc-acp vvi pno31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 26
261 and finally, for the full and finall preseruation of his conscience from ruine, hee is in humble prayer to commend the keeping thereof to the neuersleeping Keeper of Israel, that hee making his Watch-tower therein, it may bee preserued through faith vnto eternall life. and finally, for the full and final preservation of his conscience from ruin, he is in humble prayer to commend the keeping thereof to the neuersleeping Keeper of Israel, that he making his Watchtower therein, it may be preserved through faith unto Eternal life. cc av-j, p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vbz p-acp j n1 p-acp vvb dt n-vvg av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, cst pns31 vvg po31 n1 av, pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 26
262 Beleeue mee then (Fathers and Brethren) the procuring, and preseruing of this true Diamond, which flings beames of comfort vpon the soule of this true Rubie, which carryes in her face the colour of vertue, of this soueraigne cordiall of a good and quiet conscience, requireth an excellent exercised man, Believe me then (Father's and Brothers) the procuring, and preserving of this true Diamond, which flings beams of Comfort upon the soul of this true Ruby, which carries in her face the colour of virtue, of this sovereign cordial of a good and quiet conscience, requires an excellent exercised man, vvb pno11 av (n2 cc n2) dt vvg, cc vvg pp-f d j n1, r-crq vvz n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1, r-crq vvz p-acp po31 n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, pp-f d j-jn j pp-f dt j cc j-jn n1, vvz dt j vvn n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 26
263 well skild in the pure and pious trade of Christianity, &c. well skilled in the pure and pious trade of Christianity, etc. av vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1, av (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 26
264 Wherefore whilest the Wizards of this world (like to that couetous Cardinall, which preferred his portion in Paris, Wherefore whilst the Wizards of this world (like to that covetous Cardinal, which preferred his portion in paris, c-crq cs dt n2 pp-f d n1 (av-j p-acp cst j n1, r-crq vvd po31 n1 p-acp np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 26
265 before his part in Paradise) exercise themselues wholly; before his part in Paradise) exercise themselves wholly; p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1) vvi px32 av-jn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 26
266 and their greatest wit, cunning and policy, to gaine and retaine good estates, good Farmes, good fields, good friends, good houses, good horses, good clothes, good euery thing else, and their greatest wit, cunning and policy, to gain and retain good estates, good Farms, good fields, good Friends, good houses, good Horses, good clothes, good every thing Else, cc po32 js n1, j-jn cc n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi j n2, j n2, j n2, j n2, j n2, j n2, j n2, j d n1 av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 26
267 but care not for this onely permanent and Paradisaicall good of an vpright conscience; but care not for this only permanent and Paradisaicall good of an upright conscience; cc-acp vvb xx p-acp d j j cc j j pp-f dt av-j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 26
268 let all of vs that would be accounted godly, wise, & prouident for a better world, make it our principall care and study to get this choyce Iewell of admirable vertue and operation, let all of us that would be accounted godly, wise, & provident for a better world, make it our principal care and study to get this choice Jewel of admirable virtue and operation, vvb d pp-f pno12 cst vmd vbi vvn j, j, cc j p-acp dt jc n1, vvb pn31 po12 j-jn n1 cc vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 27
269 and to set it in the best and chiefest roome of our holy and hearty affection, and to Set it in the best and chiefest room of our holy and hearty affection, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt js cc js-jn n1 pp-f po12 j cc j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 27
270 as a blessing of all blessings: as a blessing of all blessings: c-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 27
271 sufficient for present maintenance, Psalm. 84. and future inheritance, Luk. 12. 31. With which, that wee may be really possessed, sufficient for present maintenance, Psalm. 84. and future inheritance, Luk. 12. 31. With which, that we may be really possessed, j c-acp j n1, n1. crd cc n-jn n1, np1 crd crd p-acp r-crq, cst pns12 vmb vbi av-j vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 27
272 and so royally blessed, it is generally required of vs all, (as in part it hath, and so royally blessed, it is generally required of us all, (as in part it hath, cc av av-j vvn, pn31 vbz av-j vvn pp-f pno12 d, (c-acp p-acp n1 pn31 vhz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 27
273 and shal be more fully declared hereafter) that we be, according to our seuerall callings, much exercised in prayer, in thankesgiuing, in hearing, reading, and meditating of the Word; and shall be more Fully declared hereafter) that we be, according to our several callings, much exercised in prayer, in thanksgiving, in hearing, reading, and meditating of the Word; cc vmb vbi av-dc av-j vvn av) cst pns12 vbb, vvg p-acp po12 j n2, av-d vvn p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp vvg, vvg, cc vvg pp-f dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 27
274 much in patience, temperance, repentance, obedience, Gods mercies and iudgements on our selues and others, must be daily considered; much in patience, temperance, Repentance, Obedience, God's Mercies and Judgments on our selves and Others, must be daily considered; d p-acp n1, n1, n1, n1, npg1 n2 cc n2 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2-jn, vmb vbi av-j vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 27
275 his Temple, on publike solemne assemblies, duely frequented; his Throne of grace in priuate deuotion often sollicited; his Temple, on public solemn assemblies, duly frequented; his Throne of grace in private devotion often solicited; po31 n1, p-acp j j n2, av-jn vvn; po31 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j n1 av vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 27
276 his distressed seruants pitied and relieued; his distressed Servants pitied and relieved; po31 j-vvn n2 vvn cc vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 27
277 especially wee must be inured to a daily diligent search and examination of our soules by that scrutiny in Seneca, Anima mea, quid fecisti hodie? O my soule, what hast thou done to day? that so comming to a true sight and sorrow of our sinnes and corruptions, wee may humbly confesse them, feruently craue pardon for them, especially we must be inured to a daily diligent search and examination of our Souls by that scrutiny in Senecca, Anima mea, quid fecisti hodie? Oh my soul, what hast thou done to day? that so coming to a true sighed and sorrow of our Sins and corruptions, we may humbly confess them, fervently crave pardon for them, av-j pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j j n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp np1, fw-la zz, fw-la fw-la fw-la? uh po11 n1, q-crq vh2 pns21 vdn p-acp n1? cst av vvg p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2, pns12 vmb av-j vvi pno32, av-j vvb n1 p-acp pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 27
278 and by faith in Christs blood, be assured of the forgiuenesse of them, and so with peace of conscience, and by faith in Christ blood, be assured of the forgiveness of them, and so with peace of conscience, cc p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 n1, vbb vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f pno32, cc av p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 27
279 and ioy of heart, walke on cheerfully in the religious race of godlinesse and vertue, to the iourneys end of endlesse felicity. and joy of heart, walk on cheerfully in the religious raze of godliness and virtue, to the journeys end of endless felicity. cc n1 pp-f n1, vvb a-acp av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp dt ng1 n1 pp-f j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 27
280 Herein, and therein ought we to be exercised, if we would inioy the comfort and credit of conscionable Christians. Herein, and therein ought we to be exercised, if we would enjoy the Comfort and credit of conscionable Christians. av, cc av vmd pns12 pc-acp vbi vvn, cs pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 28
281 And as these generall duties of Christianity are carefully to be performed; so the particular offices whereunto we are called, for the propagation of Religion and piety, And as these general duties of Christianity Are carefully to be performed; so the particular Offices whereunto we Are called, for the propagation of Religion and piety, cc c-acp d j n2 pp-f np1 vbr av-j pc-acp vbi vvn; av dt j n2 c-crq pns12 vbr vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 28
282 or the preseruation of order, iustice and equity in Church or Commonwealth, are seriously to be attended and executed. or the preservation of order, Justice and equity in Church or Commonwealth, Are seriously to be attended and executed. cc dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, vbr av-j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 28
283 Hoc agite, in the sacrifices of the heathen gods, was a precept much vsed and obserued: Hoc Agitate, in the Sacrifices of the heathen God's, was a precept much used and observed: fw-la n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n2, vbds dt n1 av-d vvn cc vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 28
284 how much more in the seruices of the God of heauen, especially in that great businesse of Iustice and Iudgement, whereunto, by God, the King and the Countrey, the most of you are now designed, should the said precept ( Doe yee this, that is, intend and apply all the faculties of your mind to the doing of it) be kept inuiolable: how much more in the services of the God of heaven, especially in that great business of justice and Judgement, whereunto, by God, the King and the Country, the most of you Are now designed, should the said precept (Do ye this, that is, intend and apply all the faculties of your mind to the doing of it) be kept inviolable: c-crq av-d av-dc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, av-j p-acp cst j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-crq, p-acp np1, dt n1 cc dt n1, dt ds pp-f pn22 vbr av vvn, vmd dt j-vvn n1 (vdb pn22 d, cst vbz, vvb cc vvi d dt n2 pp-f po22 n1 p-acp dt vdg pp-f pn31) vbb vvn j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 28
285 and that not only of you, the chiefe agents and ministers, but of all others the instruments and assistants of Iustice; and that not only of you, the chief agents and Ministers, but of all Others the Instruments and assistants of justice; cc cst xx av-j pp-f pn22, dt j-jn n2 cc n2, cc-acp pp-f d n2-jn dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 28
286 whether witnesses, who are faithfully to prooue the action; or counsellours, who are formally to plead the cause; whither Witnesses, who Are faithfully to prove the actium; or counsellors, who Are formally to plead the cause; cs n2, r-crq vbr av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1; cc n2, r-crq vbr av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 28
287 or Iurators, who are vprightly to censure the allegations? These, and euery of these, or Iurators, who Are uprightly to censure the allegations? These, and every of these, cc n2, r-crq vbr av-j pc-acp vvi dt n2? np1, cc d pp-f d, (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 28
288 for the discharge of a good conscience herein, and therein, according to Saint Pauls practice, must exercise themselues, for the discharge of a good conscience herein, and therein, according to Saint Paul's practice, must exercise themselves, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 av, cc av, vvg p-acp n1 npg1 n1, vmb vvi px32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 28
289 and that ingeniously, without sinister affection; and that ingeniously, without sinister affection; cc cst av-j, p-acp j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 28
290 and that instantly, as the occasion is giuen, without put-offs to after-times, or any tedious protraction. and that instantly, as the occasion is given, without put-offs to Aftertimes, or any tedious protraction. cc cst av-jn, c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn, p-acp n2 p-acp n2, cc d j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 28
291 So that to come to a second vse of the doctrine proposed (me thinkes) here come within compasse of iust censure, diuers Christians (as they esteeme themselues) to be sharpely reprooued, So that to come to a second use of the Doctrine proposed (me thinks) Here come within compass of just censure, diverse Christians (as they esteem themselves) to be sharply reproved, av cst pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd (pno11 vvz) av vvb p-acp n1 pp-f j n1, j np1 (c-acp pns32 vvb px32) pc-acp vbi av-j vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 29
292 for their security and grosse stupidity, in slighting, neglecting and procrastinating necessary duties, who thinke and speake much of doing, for their security and gross stupidity, in slighting, neglecting and procrastinating necessary duties, who think and speak much of doing, p-acp po32 n1 cc j n1, p-acp vvg, vvg cc vvg j n2, r-crq vvb cc vvi d pp-f vdg, (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 29
293 but leaue to doe the effect of their thinking; but leave to do the Effect of their thinking; cc-acp vvb pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f po32 n-vvg; (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 29
294 who mention and motion many things fit to be acted and done, for the reformation of disorders, who mention and motion many things fit to be acted and done, for the Reformation of disorders, r-crq n1 cc n1 d n2 j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vdn, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 29
295 and matters amisse in themselues and family at home, in the Church and Common-wealth abroad, and matters amiss in themselves and family At home, in the Church and Commonwealth abroad, cc n2 av p-acp px32 cc n1 p-acp n1-an, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 29
296 but as weaklings and slacke-graces, set not their hands to the worke, thrust not themselues forth with Dauids resolution, Psalm. 101. to the speedy execution of the same. but as Weaklings and slacke-graces, Set not their hands to the work, thrust not themselves forth with David resolution, Psalm. 101. to the speedy execution of the same. cc-acp c-acp n2 cc n2, vvb xx po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, vvb xx px32 av p-acp npg1 n1, np1. crd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 29
297 Farre be they from the Prophets and our Apostles spirit and resolution; far be they from the prophets and our Apostles Spirit and resolution; av-j vbb pns32 p-acp dt n2 cc po12 n2 n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 29
298 farre from the obedient disposition which was in Father Abraham, who according to Gods Commandement, forthwith circumcised his family, Genes. Far from the obedient disposition which was in Father Abraham, who according to God's Commandment, forthwith circumcised his family, Genesis. av-j p-acp dt j n1 r-crq vbds p-acp n1 np1, r-crq vvg p-acp ng1 n1, av vvn po31 n1, np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 29
299 17. put away the bond-woman and her sonne, Gen. 21. yea, readily and betimes went on his iourney, to sacrifice his onely beloued Sonne Isaac, Gen. 22. and not asking a reason for it, which he thought to be presumption; 17. put away the bondwoman and her son, Gen. 21. yea, readily and betimes went on his journey, to sacrifice his only Beloved Son Isaac, Gen. 22. and not asking a reason for it, which he Thought to be presumption; crd n1 av dt n1 cc po31 n1, np1 crd uh, av-j cc av vvd p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi po31 j j-vvn n1 np1, np1 crd cc xx vvg dt n1 p-acp pn31, r-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 29
300 or opposing any carnall reason against it, which hee knew to be rebellion, instantly did that hee was called vnto, or opposing any carnal reason against it, which he knew to be rebellion, instantly did that he was called unto, cc vvg d j n1 p-acp pn31, r-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi n1, av-jn vdd cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 29
301 and commanded to doe with all expedition. and commanded to do with all expedition. cc vvd pc-acp vdi p-acp d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 29
302 But alas, these, (and are not some of you, Fathers, many of you, Brethren, such?) either in fauour to themselues, But alas, these, (and Are not Some of you, Father's, many of you, Brothers, such?) either in favour to themselves, p-acp uh, d, (cc vbr xx d pp-f pn22, n2, d pp-f pn22, n2, d?) d p-acp n1 p-acp px32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 29
303 or for feare of others, stand still with the idlers in the market, and doe nothing; or for Fear of Others, stand still with the idlers in the market, and do nothing; cc p-acp n1 pp-f n2-jn, vvb av p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vdb pix; (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 29
304 or hauing begun well, reuolt with Demas, disappoynt with Meroz, or follow a farre off, or having begun well, revolt with Demas, disappoint with Meroz, or follow a Far off, cc vhg vvn av, vvb p-acp np1, vvi p-acp np1, cc vvi dt av-j a-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 30
305 as Peter did Christ, and doe not put themselues forward to the reforming of any course that is euill, as Peter did christ, and do not put themselves forward to the reforming of any course that is evil, c-acp np1 vdd np1, cc vdb xx vvi px32 j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1 cst vbz j-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 30
306 or the furtherance of any cause that is good. Yea; or the furtherance of any cause that is good. Yea; cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 cst vbz j. uh; (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 30
307 whereas the places and callings of some require, that they should, as State-Physicians, purge themselues of all distempered humours, that they might the more effectually worke on the humorous distemperatures of others, whereas the places and callings of Some require, that they should, as State-Physicians, purge themselves of all distempered humours, that they might the more effectually work on the humorous distemperatures of Others, cs dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d vvb, cst pns32 vmd, c-acp n2, vvi px32 pp-f d j-vvn n2, cst pns32 vmd dt av-dc av-j vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 30
308 and that they should bee patrons of peace and piety, and patternes of temperance and honesty, that so they might the more boldly reproue, and that they should be Patrons of peace and piety, and patterns of temperance and honesty, that so they might the more boldly reprove, cc cst pns32 vmd vbi n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cst av pns32 vmd dt av-dc av-j vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 30
309 and soundly represse the lewd and lawlesse irregularities of the sonnes of Belial, wherwith these times swarme: and soundly repress the lewd and lawless irregularities of the Sons of Belial, wherewith these times swarm: cc av-j vvi dt j cc j n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, c-crq d n2 vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 30
310 They, on the contrary runne a race of the like excesse of riot with others, and as if it were no disparagement, but rather an ornament vnto them; They, on the contrary run a raze of the like excess of riot with Others, and as if it were no disparagement, but rather an ornament unto them; pns32, p-acp dt n-jn vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2-jn, cc c-acp cs pn31 vbdr dx n1, cc-acp av-c dt n1 p-acp pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 30
311 sweare by authority, oppresse and extort by licence; swear by Authority, oppress and extort by licence; vvb p-acp n1, vvb cc vvi p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 30
312 drinke, that I may not say, drab it too, without controll, without feare, care or conscience. drink, that I may not say, drab it too, without control, without Fear, care or conscience. vvb, cst pns11 vmb xx vvi, n1 pn31 av, p-acp vvi, p-acp n1, n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 30
313 Such, and such, with shame and griefe I speak it, are more then a good many of our neuterpassiue Magistrates, scar-crow Constables, Such, and such, with shame and grief I speak it, Are more then a good many of our neuterpassiue Magistrates, scarecrow Constables, d, cc d, p-acp n1 cc n1 pns11 vvb pn31, vbr dc cs dt j d pp-f po12 j n2, n1 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 30
314 and meale-mouthed vnder-officers in Towne and Countrey, who resembling Ostritches, which haue great feathers, but no flight; and mealmouth under-officers in Town and Country, who resembling Ostriches, which have great Feathers, but no flight; cc j n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq vvg n2, r-crq vhb j n2, cc-acp dx n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 30
315 or Iupiters Blocke cast amongst the Frogs, to bee the king, whom they feared at first for its greatnesse, or Iupiters Block cast among the Frogs, to be the King, whom they feared At First for its greatness, cc npg1 n1 vvn p-acp dt n2, pc-acp vbi dt n1, ro-crq pns32 vvd p-acp ord p-acp po31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 30
316 but despised at length for its stilnesse, suffer many hainous and hidious enormities of whoredom, blasphemy, drunkennesse, prophaning of the Sabbath, but despised At length for its stillness, suffer many heinous and hideous enormities of whoredom, blasphemy, Drunkenness, profaning of the Sabbath, cc-acp vvd p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvb d j cc j n2 pp-f n1, n1, n1, vvg pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 31
317 and wilfull recusancy to passe by them vncontrolled, and are loth (lest they might bee accounted precise and pragmaticall) to exercise themselues in this, to see these and the like abuses punished or reformed. and wilful recusancy to pass by them uncontrolled, and Are loath (lest they might be accounted precise and pragmatical) to exercise themselves in this, to see these and the like Abuses punished or reformed. cc j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 j, cc vbr j (cs pns32 vmd vbi vvn j cc j) pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp d, pc-acp vvi d cc dt j n2 vvn cc vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 31
318 So that as Demosthenes sometimes complained, that by the Athenians slothfulnesse, the power of their aduersary, Philip, King of Macedon, was greatly augmented; So that as Demosthenes sometime complained, that by the Athenians slothfulness, the power of their adversary, Philip, King of Macedon, was greatly augmented; av cst p-acp np1 av vvd, cst p-acp dt njp2 n1, dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, n1, n1 pp-f np1, vbds av-j vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 31
319 so may we that are Ministers iustly complaine, that by the remisnesse of the aforesaid Magistrates and Officers, the kingdome of Satan, in those his vicious vicegerents is exceedingly inlarged. so may we that Are Ministers justly complain, that by the remissness of the aforesaid Magistrates and Officers, the Kingdom of Satan, in those his vicious vicegerents is exceedingly enlarged. av vmb pns12 d vbr n2 av-j vvi, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 cc n2, dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d po31 j n2 vbz av-vvg vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 31
320 And therefore we doe the more humbly intreat you, my Honourable Lords, according to the great measure of courage, wisedome and grauity which God hath giuen you, that you would with an heroicall spirit, incounter the many-headed monstrous Hydra of sinfull abuses, in these exulcerate times, And Therefore we do the more humbly entreat you, my Honourable lords, according to the great measure of courage, Wisdom and gravity which God hath given you, that you would with an heroical Spirit, encounter the manyheaded monstrous Hydra of sinful Abuses, in these exulcerate times, cc av pns12 vdb dt av-dc av-j vvi pn22, po11 j n2, vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pn22, cst pn22 vmd p-acp dt j n1, vvi dt j j np1 pp-f j n2, p-acp d vvi n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 31
321 and by an Herculean arme of publike iustice, by degrees cut off the farre-spreading branches of all State-spoyling, couenant-breaking, Church-robbing, soule-murthering iniquity, which beareth vp crest and brest too, against all the inferiour Magistracy. and by an Herculean arm of public Justice, by Degrees Cut off the farre-spreading branches of all State-spoiling, couenant-breaking, Church robbing, Soul-murdering iniquity, which bears up crest and breast too, against all the inferior Magistracy. cc p-acp dt jp n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp n2 vvn a-acp dt j n2 pp-f d j, j, j, j n1, r-crq vvz a-acp n1 cc n1 av, p-acp d dt j-jn n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 31
322 Some faults, I know, may be like Cummin-seed, beaten out with the rod, as the Prophet speaketh, Esa. 28. other more scandalous offences, some Faults, I know, may be like Cuminseed, beaten out with the rod, as the Prophet speaks, Isaiah 28. other more scandalous offences, d n2, pns11 vvb, vmb vbi j n1, vvn av p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd j-jn n1 j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 31
323 like fitches, must be driuen out with a flaile, but the cart-wheele it selfe must make a noyse, that is, the seuerest punishment must bee inflicted, where the parties peccant will not bee reformed, especially the incorrigible followers of drunken Bacchus, the professed friends of Romish Balaam, without dallying or delay, must be confronted, curbed, confounded; like fitches, must be driven out with a flail, but the cartwheel it self must make a noise, that is, the Severest punishment must be inflicted, where the parties peccant will not be reformed, especially the incorrigible followers of drunken Bacchus, the professed Friends of Romish balaam, without dallying or Delay, must be confronted, curbed, confounded; av-j n2, vmb vbi vvn av p-acp dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 pn31 n1 vmb vvi dt n1, cst vbz, dt js n1 vmb vbi vvn, c-crq dt n2 av-j vmb xx vbi vvn, av-j dt j n2 pp-f j np1, dt j-vvn n2 pp-f jp np1, p-acp vvg cc n1, vmb vbi vvn, vvn, vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 32
324 wherein, if you (my Lords) shall duly exercise your authority, and (as chiefe substitutes vnder God and our King, wherein, if you (my lords) shall duly exercise your Authority, and (as chief substitutes under God and our King, c-crq, cs pn22 (po11 n2) vmb av-jn vvi po22 n1, cc (c-acp j-jn n2 p-acp np1 cc po12 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 32
325 for the redressing of inormities in this Circuit) approoue your fidelity and integrity, assure your selues, wee shall bee euer ready to blesse God for you, for the redressing of Infirmities in this Circuit) approve your Fidis and integrity, assure your selves, we shall be ever ready to bless God for you, p-acp dt vvg pp-f n2 p-acp d n1) vvi po22 n1 cc n1, vvb po22 n2, pns12 vmb vbi av j pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp pn22, (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 32
326 & to pray that God would blesse you, that you may continue a blessing vnto vs, in the conscionable execution of your Iudiciall function. & to pray that God would bless you, that you may continue a blessing unto us, in the conscionable execution of your Judicial function. cc pc-acp vvi cst np1 vmd vvi pn22, cst pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pno12, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po22 j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 32
327 For the better execution whereof, the voyce of more then a man, and lowder then a Trumpet, is here necessary, not so much to rowze vp your consciences, For the better execution whereof, the voice of more then a man, and Louder then a Trumpet, is Here necessary, not so much to rouse up your Consciences, p-acp dt jc n1 c-crq, dt n1 pp-f dc cs dt n1, cc av-jc cs dt n1, vbz av j, xx av av-d pc-acp vvi a-acp po22 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 32
328 as to quicken and inliue the consciences of inferiour Ministers, officers, and instruments of iustice, by their ioynt labours and vigilancy, by their diligent inquisition, true information, as to quicken and inliue the Consciences of inferior Ministers, Officers, and Instruments of Justice, by their joint labours and vigilancy, by their diligent inquisition, true information, c-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f n1, p-acp po32 j n2 cc n1, p-acp po32 j n1, j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 32
329 & godly resolution, to be assistant vnto you, in that great worke which you haue to doe, & godly resolution, to be assistant unto you, in that great work which you have to do, cc j n1, pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp pn22, p-acp cst j n1 r-crq pn22 vhb pc-acp vdi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 32
330 for the preseruing and promoting of godlinesse, peace and honesty, for the suppressing and punishing of irreligion and luxury, lawlesse contention and popery in these quarters of the Land. For as the Clocke, for the preserving and promoting of godliness, peace and honesty, for the suppressing and punishing of irreligion and luxury, lawless contention and popery in these quarters of the Land. For as the Clock, p-acp dt n-vvg cc j-vvg pp-f n1, n1 cc n1, p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f n1 cc n1, j n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 32
331 though it bee of the best metall and making, will not strike orderly and truly, though it be of the best metal and making, will not strike orderly and truly, cs pn31 vbb pp-f dt js n1 cc vvg, vmb xx vvi av-j cc av-j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 32
332 but much therein will be out of frame and fashion, if the lesser wheeles, as well as the greater, keepe not their due and regular motion: but much therein will be out of frame and fashion, if the lesser wheels, as well as the greater, keep not their due and regular motion: cc-acp d av vmb vbi av pp-f n1 cc n1, cs dt jc n2, c-acp av c-acp dt jc, vvb xx po32 j-jn cc j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 32
333 So in the curious Clockworke of Iustice, there will bee many exorbitancies (albeit the chiefe agents and moouers therein bee neuer so sound in their integrity) if the vnderagents and instruments of Iustice (as witnesses, in prouing the action; So in the curious Clockworke of justice, there will be many Extravagancies (albeit the chief agents and movers therein be never so found in their integrity) if the vnderagents and Instruments of justice (as Witnesses, in proving the actium; av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vmb vbi d n2 (cs dt j-jn n2 cc n2 av vbb av-x av j p-acp po32 n1) cs dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 (c-acp n2, p-acp vvg dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 33
334 Counsellers, in pleading and prosecuting the cause; Counsellers, in pleading and prosecuting the cause; n2, p-acp vvg cc vvg dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 33
335 Quest-men, in sifting and censuring the euidences and allegations) doe not also take care and make conscience of discharging their duties. Quest-men, in sifting and censuring the evidences and allegations) do not also take care and make conscience of discharging their duties. n2, p-acp vvg cc vvg dt n2 cc n2) vdb xx av vvi n1 cc vvi n1 pp-f vvg po32 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 33
336 And as Nebuchadnezzars Image, Dan. 2. though it had a golden head, yet fell to the ground, And as Nebuchadnezar's Image, Dan. 2. though it had a golden head, yet fell to the ground, cc p-acp n2 n1, np1 crd cs pn31 vhd dt j n1, av vvd p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 33
337 and was dashed in pieces, because it had feet of clay: and was dashed in Pieces, Because it had feet of clay: cc vbds vvn p-acp n2, c-acp pn31 vhd n2 pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 33
338 Euen so, though the chiefe Magistrates, the reuerend Iudges, and some worthy Iusticers, bee as golden heads in places of iudicature, Even so, though the chief Magistrates, the reverend Judges, and Some worthy Justicers, be as golden Heads in places of judicature, av av, cs dt j-jn n2, dt j-jn n2, cc d j n2, vbb a-acp j n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 33
339 and doe desire and indeuour to discharge their bounden duty; and do desire and endeavour to discharge their bounden duty; cc vdb vvi cc n1 pc-acp vvi po32 vvn n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 33
340 yet we heare too often, that truth and equity falles to the ground, because these golden heads haue dirty feet, couetous vndermining seruants, corrupt & cheating vnder-officers, which set to sale, conscience & honesty. yet we hear too often, that truth and equity falls to the ground, Because these golden Heads have dirty feet, covetous undermining Servants, corrupt & cheating under-officers, which Set to sale, conscience & honesty. av pns12 vvb av av, cst n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, c-acp d j n2 vhb j n2, j vvg n2, j cc vvg n2, r-crq vvd p-acp n1, n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 33
341 If these things be not so, what meaneth the bleating of Sheepe and lowing of Oxen in my eares? as Samuel spake to Saul, 1. Sa. that is, What meane the mournfull complaints of many poore plaine Country men, If these things be not so, what means the bleating of Sheep and lowing of Oxen in my ears? as Samuel spoke to Saul, 1. Sa. that is, What mean the mournful complaints of many poor plain Country men, cs d n2 vbb xx av, r-crq vvz dt n-vvg pp-f n1 cc vvg pp-f n2 p-acp po11 n2? p-acp np1 vvd p-acp np1, crd n1 cst vbz, q-crq vvb dt j n2 pp-f d j j n1 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 33
342 & wronged Widdowes, who comming from farre to the Assises and Sessions, for Iustice, and redresse of iniuries, returne full often home againe, with much discomfort of heart, sit downe in heauinesse, & wronged Widow's, who coming from Far to the Assizes and Sessions, for justice, and redress of injuries, return full often home again, with much discomfort of heart, fit down in heaviness, cc vvd ng1, r-crq vvg p-acp av-j p-acp dt n2 cc n2, p-acp n1, cc n1 pp-f n2, vvb av-j av av-an av, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, vvb a-acp p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 33
343 and cry out with teares and wringing of hands? Alas, what a thing is this? I had thought to haue found Iustice, to haue had some redresse of my wrongs, reliefe of my wants, remedy of my euils, and cry out with tears and wringing of hands? Alas, what a thing is this? I had Thought to have found justice, to have had Some redress of my wrongs, relief of my Wants, remedy of my evils, cc vvb av p-acp n2 cc vvg pp-f n2? np1, q-crq dt n1 vbz d? pns11 vhd vvd pc-acp vhi vvn n1, pc-acp vhi vhn d n1 pp-f po11 n2-jn, n1 pp-f po11 n2, n1 pp-f po11 n2-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 34
344 and an end of my suite in Law; but I see, I feele, I finde, that there is little equity, conscience, or honesty; and an end of my suit in Law; but I see, I feel, I find, that there is little equity, conscience, or honesty; cc dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 p-acp n1; cc-acp pns11 vvb, pns11 vvb, pns11 vvb, cst pc-acp vbz j n1, n1, cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 34
345 much dissembling, double-dealing, and partiality, the most things are ruled by fauour and affection, and greatnesse will haue the victory, my iourney is long, my expences great, my trauell painefull, my case helpelesse, labour fruitlesse, sorrow endlesse, much dissembling, double-dealing, and partiality, the most things Are ruled by favour and affection, and greatness will have the victory, my journey is long, my expenses great, my travel painful, my case helpless, labour fruitless, sorrow endless, d vvg, n-jn, cc n1, dt av-ds n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cc n1 vmb vhi dt n1, po11 n1 vbz j, po11 n2 j, po11 n1 j, po11 n1 j, vvb j, n1 j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 34
346 for I thinke my matter put off from time to time, Terme to Terme, will neuer be ended, &c. for I think my matter put off from time to time, Term to Term, will never be ended, etc. c-acp pns11 vvb po11 n1 vvd a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, vmb av-x vbi vvn, av (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 34
347 O ye seates of Iudgement, be ashamed of this, and ye thrones of Iustice, blush at this iniquity, Oh you seats of Judgement, be ashamed of this, and you thrones of justice, blush At this iniquity, uh pn22 n2 pp-f n1, vbb j pp-f d, cc pn22 n2 pp-f n1, vvb p-acp d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 34
348 and ye Fathers and Brethren, on whom dependeth the redresse of these enormities; and you Father's and Brothers, on whom dependeth the redress of these enormities; cc pn22 n2 cc n2, p-acp ro-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f d n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 34
349 Let the cry, I beseech you, of the poore fatherlesse and innocent, enter into your eares and hearts, Let the cry, I beseech you, of the poor fatherless and innocent, enter into your ears and hearts, vvb dt n1, pns11 vvb pn22, pp-f dt j j cc j-jn, vvb p-acp po22 n2 cc n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 34
350 and mooue you to exercise true iudgement, and to shew mercy to your poore distressed Brethren. and move you to exercise true judgement, and to show mercy to your poor distressed Brothers. cc vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi j n1, cc p-acp vvb n1 p-acp po22 j j-vvn n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 34
351 Vp and be doing what you ought to doe, and the Lord will bee with you. Up and be doing what you ought to do, and the Lord will be with you. p-acp cc vbi vdg r-crq pn22 vmd pc-acp vdi, cc dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp pn22. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 34
352 Heerein exercise your selues, that euery day, and euery action of the day, may witnesse your desire and indeuour to keepe and discharge a good conscience towards God and men. Herein exercise your selves, that every day, and every actium of the day, may witness your desire and endeavour to keep and discharge a good conscience towards God and men. av vvb po22 n2, cst d n1, cc d n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb vvi po22 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j n1 p-acp np1 cc n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 34
353 O suffer not your Religion and profession, your credit and reputation, godly courses, good mens causes, O suffer not your Religion and profession, your credit and reputation, godly courses, good men's Causes, sy vvb xx po22 n1 cc n1, po22 n1 cc n1, j n2, j ng2 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 34
354 and your owne consciences to lie a bleeding, whilest you, too indulgent ouer your selues, and regardlesse of the weale-publicke, lie a sleeping. and your own Consciences to lie a bleeding, whilst you, too indulgent over your selves, and regardless of the Well-public, lie a sleeping. cc po22 d n2 pc-acp vvi dt j-vvg, cs pn22, av j p-acp po22 n2, cc av-j pp-f dt j, vvb dt j-vvg. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 34
355 Rather as sentinels in a watch, keepe your selues euer waking and intent to that worke, office, Rather as sentinels in a watch, keep your selves ever waking and intent to that work, office, np1 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, vvb po22 n2 av vvg cc n1 p-acp d n1, n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 35
356 and imployment, whereunto, by occasion of these solemne Assises, you are called and assigned. and employment, whereunto, by occasion of these solemn Assizes, you Are called and assigned. cc n1, c-crq, p-acp n1 pp-f d j n2, pn22 vbr vvn cc vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 35
357 And as for you which are called hither to bee witnesses, to testifie the truth in matters of right or wrong, life or death; And as for you which Are called hither to be Witnesses, to testify the truth in matters of right or wrong, life or death; cc c-acp p-acp pn22 r-crq vbr vvn av pc-acp vbi n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n2 pp-f j-jn cc n-jn, n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 35
358 hearken briefly to your watch-word, and apply it to your selues as your owne proper Motto; Dicatur veritas, rumpatur inuidia: harken briefly to your watchword, and apply it to your selves as your own proper Motto; Dicatur veritas, rumpatur inuidia: vvb av-j p-acp po22 n1, cc vvi pn31 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp po22 d j n1; fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la: (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 35
359 Though enuy and greatnesse swell, sweat, fume, fret, and burst in twaine; Though envy and greatness swell, sweat, fume, fret, and burst in twaine; cs n1 cc n1 vvi, n1, n1, vvb, cc vvd p-acp crd; (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 35
360 speake ye the truth, and the whole truth, and nothing but the truth, without feare or fauour, speak you the truth, and the Whole truth, and nothing but the truth, without Fear or favour, vvb pn22 dt n1, cc dt j-jn n1, cc pix p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 35
361 for small as great, stranger as Brother; for small as great, stranger as Brother; p-acp j c-acp j, jc p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 35
362 and the God of Truth shall be with you, and you shall haue both the testimony of honesty for your credit among men, and the God of Truth shall be with you, and you shall have both the testimony of honesty for your credit among men, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi p-acp pn22, cc pn22 vmb vhi d dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po22 n1 p-acp n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 35
363 and the testimony of a good conscience, for your comfort before God. and the testimony of a good conscience, for your Comfort before God. cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp po22 n1 p-acp np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 35
364 And as for you that are Iurors of the Grand or petty Quest, presumed by the Law to be either Gentlemen of note for wisedome and integrity; And as for you that Are Jurors of the Grand or Petty Quest, presumed by the Law to be either Gentlemen of note for Wisdom and integrity; cc c-acp p-acp pn22 cst vbr n2 pp-f dt j cc j n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 35
365 or Yeomen of good fame, for credit and honesty; or Yeomen of good fame, for credit and honesty; cc n2 pp-f j n1, p-acp n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 35
366 hearken you likewise to your watch-word, and take this vnto you for your Impresa, Ruat coelum, fiat iustitia: harken you likewise to your watchword, and take this unto you for your Impresa, Ruat coelum, fiat iustitia: vvb pn22 av p-acp po22 n1, cc vvb d p-acp pn22 p-acp po22 np1, fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-la: (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 35
367 Though the skie fall, and the mountaines fume, and the mighty rich ill ones frowne neuer so much; yet let right be done; Though the sky fallen, and the Mountains fume, and the mighty rich ill ones frown never so much; yet let right be done; cs dt n1 vvb, cc dt ng1 n1, cc dt j j n-jn pi2 n1 av av av-d; av vvb j-jn vbb vdn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 35
368 Sift well and examine all proofes and euidences; take heed, offer no violence to your consciences; Sift well and examine all proofs and evidences; take heed, offer no violence to your Consciences; vvi av cc vvi d n2 cc n2; vvb n1, vvb dx n1 p-acp po22 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 35
369 but according to truth and equity let matters be indifferently scanned, and so let your vnpartiall verdict bee boldly deliuered. but according to truth and equity let matters be indifferently scanned, and so let your unpartial verdict be boldly Delivered. cc-acp vvg p-acp n1 cc n1 vvb n2 vbb av-j vvn, cc av vvb po22 j n1 vbi av-j vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 36
370 And as for you that are Aduocates and Counsellers of Law, I pray (without any Church-pinching prohibition) giue me leaue, in the name of him who can command you, may condemne you, And as for you that Are Advocates and Counsellers of Law, I pray (without any Church-pinching prohibition) give me leave, in the name of him who can command you, may condemn you, cc c-acp p-acp pn22 cst vbr n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, pns11 vvb (p-acp d j n1) vvb pno11 vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 r-crq vmb vvi pn22, vmb vvi pn22, (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 36
371 and will certainely iudge you, to giue you also your watch-word and Embleme, which shall be this, Pereat nummus, seruetur innocentia: and will Certainly judge you, to give you also your watchword and Emblem, which shall be this, Pereat nummus, seruetur Innocence: cc vmb av-j vvi pn22, pc-acp vvi pn22 av po22 n1 cc n1, r-crq vmb vbi d, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la: (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 36
372 Let vniust gaine of doubled trebled fees perish in the pit of hell, and bee vtterly abandoned, Let unjust gain of doubled trebled fees perish in the pit of hell, and be utterly abandoned, vvb j n1 pp-f vvn vvn n2 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vbi av-j vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 36
373 and according to your Office of pleading your Clients cause formally, and prosecuting his affaires faithfully, and according to your Office of pleading your Clients cause formally, and prosecuting his affairs faithfully, cc vvg p-acp po22 n1 pp-f vvg po22 ng1 n1 av-j, cc vvg po31 n2 av-j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 36
374 as much as in you lieth, let innocency be preserued, vse your best indeuour that right may bee had with moderate expence, vse the Law lawfully, that it may prooue a speciall and speedy remedie of wrongs, as much as in you lies, let innocency be preserved, use your best endeavour that right may be had with moderate expense, use the Law lawfully, that it may prove a special and speedy remedy of wrongs, c-acp d c-acp p-acp pn22 vvz, vvb n1 vbi vvn, vvb po22 js n1 cst j-jn vmb vbi vhn p-acp j n1, vvb dt n1 av-j, cst pn31 vmb vvi dt j cc j n1 pp-f n2-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 36
375 and not an Engine or trap to insnare the weake, as many complaine; and not an Engine or trap to ensnare the weak, as many complain; cc xx dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi dt j, c-acp d vvb; (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 36
376 what? though for your plaine and conscionable dealing, you lose your fees and profit in the place of Iudgement on earth, what? though for your plain and conscionable dealing, you loose your fees and profit in the place of Judgement on earth, q-crq? cs p-acp po22 n1 cc j n-vvg, pn22 vvb po22 n2 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 36
377 yet bee assured of this, your innocency shall procure you a better reward at the Iudgement seate in heauen. yet be assured of this, your innocency shall procure you a better reward At the Judgement seat in heaven. av vbi vvn pp-f d, po22 n1 vmb vvi pn22 dt jc n1 p-acp dt n1 n1 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 36
378 And now for you the reuerend Sages and honourable Iudges of this Circuit; and for you also, the praise-worthy Iusticers of this Shire: And now for you the reverend Sages and honourable Judges of this Circuit; and for you also, the praiseworthy Justicers of this Shire: cc av c-acp pn22 dt j-jn n2-jn cc j n2 pp-f d n1; cc c-acp pn22 av, dt j n2 pp-f d n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 36
379 what remaineth to be done? but only this, that (out of your owne ingenuous disposition, without any prescription of mine) you should ioyne together (what in places of iudicature may not be put asunder) all these Symbolicall sentences, what remains to be done? but only this, that (out of your own ingenuous disposition, without any prescription of mine) you should join together (what in places of judicature may not be put asunder) all these Symbolical sentences, r-crq vvz pc-acp vbi vdn? cc-acp av-j d, cst (av pp-f po22 d j n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f png11) pn22 vmd vvi av (r-crq p-acp n2 pp-f n1 vmb xx vbi vvn av) d d j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 37
380 and quarter them as so many Scutchions, with the Armes of your houses and offices, in this order: Dicatur veritas, first: Fiat iustitia, next: and quarter them as so many Scutcheons, with the Arms of your houses and Offices, in this order: Dicatur veritas, First: Fiat iustitia, next: cc vvb pno32 a-acp av d n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po22 n2 cc n2, p-acp d n1: fw-la fw-la, ord: zz fw-la, ord: (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 37
381 and then in the third place, Seruetur innocentia: whereunto, adde for a Crest (to make vp the compleate coate of a gracious Magistrate) Dominetur conscientia. and then in the third place, Seruetur Innocence: whereunto, add for a Crest (to make up the complete coat of a gracious Magistrate) Dominetur conscientia. cc av p-acp dt ord n1, fw-la fw-la: c-crq, vvb p-acp dt n1 (pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1) fw-la fw-la. (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 37
382 Thus if looking vp to God, who is present and chiefe President in your assemblies, you shall, in a reuerent feare of his Name, see that truth bee testified and deliuered, Iustice done and executed, innocency preserued and protected, Thus if looking up to God, who is present and chief President in your assemblies, you shall, in a reverent Fear of his Name, see that truth be testified and Delivered, justice done and executed, innocency preserved and protected, av cs vvg a-acp p-acp np1, r-crq vbz j cc j-jn n1 p-acp po22 n2, pn22 vmb, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvb d n1 vbi vvn cc vvn, ng1 vdn cc vvn, n1 vvn cc vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 37
383 and a good conscience in all things kept and preserued; then shall the mountaines and hilles bring vnto the people peace and prosperity; and a good conscience in all things kept and preserved; then shall the Mountains and hills bring unto the people peace and Prosperity; cc dt j n1 p-acp d n2 vvn cc vvn; av vmb dt n2 cc n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 37
384 then shall Iustice, as the Sunne; Mercy, as the Moone; other vertues, as the Starres; then shall justice, as the Sun; Mercy, as the Moon; other Virtues, as the Stars; av vmb n1, c-acp dt n1; n1, c-acp dt n1; j-jn n2, c-acp dt n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 37
385 shine about your seates of Gouernement, to the confounding of the wicked, and the comfort of the godly: shine about your seats of Government, to the confounding of the wicked, and the Comfort of the godly: vvb a-acp po22 n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt j, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 37
386 Which God grant, by the assistance of his grace, to the praise of his glory. Amen. Amen. Which God grant, by the assistance of his grace, to the praise of his glory. Amen. Amen. r-crq np1 vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. uh-n. uh-n. (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 37
387 THE CONSCIONABLE CHRISTIAN: Preached at Taunton, Aug. 7. 1620. The Text: THE CONSCIONABLE CHRISTIAN: Preached At Taunton, Aug. 7. 1620. The Text: dt j np1: vvn p-acp np1, np1 crd crd dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 38
388 Acts 24. 16. Heerein therefore doe I exercise my selfe, to haue alwayes an vpright conscience towards God and men. Acts 24. 16. Herein Therefore do I exercise my self, to have always an upright conscience towards God and men. n2 crd crd av av vdb pns11 vvi po11 n1, pc-acp vhi av dt av-j n1 p-acp np1 cc n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 38
389 AS the Prophet Ionas brought the same message to the Nineuites at his second sending vnto them: AS the Prophet Ionas brought the same message to the Ninevites At his second sending unto them: p-acp dt n1 np1 vvd dt d n1 p-acp dt n2 p-acp po31 ord vvg p-acp pno32: (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 38
390 so doe I bring (Right Honourable, &c.) the same Text of Scripture, at this my second calling before you, desiring to end what the last Assises I began, so do I bring (Right Honourable, etc.) the same Text of Scripture, At this my second calling before you, desiring to end what the last Assizes I began, av vdb pns11 vvi (j-jn j, av) dt d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d po11 ord vvg p-acp pn22, vvg pc-acp vvi r-crq dt ord n2 pns11 vvd, (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 38
391 and to adde a roofe to that foundation which then I laid, and to giue an account of such particulars as remaine yet vndiscussed, of that generall Bill of parcels, which then I exhibited to your Christian consideration. and to add a roof to that Foundation which then I laid, and to give an account of such particulars as remain yet undiscussed, of that general Bill of parcels, which then I exhibited to your Christian consideration. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1 r-crq av pns11 vvd, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2-j c-acp vvb av vvn, pp-f cst j n1 pp-f n2, r-crq av pns11 vvn p-acp po22 njp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 38
392 And hauing then (as you may remember) spoken generally (according to the modell of time allotted for me to speake, And having then (as you may Remember) spoken generally (according to the model of time allotted for me to speak, cc vhg av (c-acp pn22 vmb vvi) vvn av-j (vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 39
393 and you to heare) of the reall religious practice, and the actuall Christian imployment of Saint Paul, prosecuting withall such doctrines and vses as the motiue and manner of his imployment did offer to our obseruation; and you to hear) of the real religious practice, and the actual Christian employment of Saint Paul, prosecuting withal such doctrines and uses as the motive and manner of his employment did offer to our observation; cc pn22 pc-acp vvi) pp-f dt j j n1, cc dt j njp n1 pp-f n1 np1, vvg av d n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 vdd vvi p-acp po12 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 39
394 I come now by orderly descent to handle more especially the matter subiect, and meane businesse of conscience; I come now by orderly descent to handle more especially the matter Subject, and mean business of conscience; pns11 vvb av p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi av-dc av-j dt n1 j-jn, cc j n1 pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 39
395 wherein he was thus seriously imployed and exercised: wherein he was thus seriously employed and exercised: c-crq pns31 vbds av av-j vvn cc vvn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 39
396 And for my better proceeding therein, and your profiting thereby, will by Gods assistance, and your continued patience, present to the eyes of your vnderstanding. And for my better proceeding therein, and your profiting thereby, will by God's assistance, and your continued patience, present to the eyes of your understanding. cc p-acp po11 jc vvg av, cc po22 vvg av, vmb p-acp npg1 n1, cc po22 j-vvn n1, vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f po22 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 39
397 First, Conscience it selfe, as in her nature, properties, and offices; in her power, command, and Soueraignty she is considered to be great. First, Conscience it self, as in her nature, properties, and Offices; in her power, command, and Sovereignty she is considered to be great. ord, n1 pn31 n1, c-acp p-acp po31 n1, n2, cc n2; p-acp po31 n1, n1, cc n1 pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 39
398 Secondly, I will commend to your view and entertainement, an vpright conscience, as in her causes and effects; Secondly, I will commend to your view and entertainment, an upright conscience, as in her Causes and effects; ord, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n1 cc n1, dt av-j n1, c-acp p-acp po31 n2 cc n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 39
399 in her priuiledges, of being the best Gardian, Counsellor, and Comforter, shee is found to bee singularly good. in her privileges, of being the best Guardian, Counsellor, and Comforter, she is found to be singularly good. p-acp po31 n2, pp-f vbg dt js n1, n1, cc n1, pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi av-j j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 39
400 And thirdly, as her goodnesse (according to the latitude thereof) extendeth it selfe, in respect of time, alwayes, thorow the whole course of mans life, to the performance of all good duties, concerning God and man. And Thirdly, as her Goodness (according to the latitude thereof) extendeth it self, in respect of time, always, thorough the Whole course of men life, to the performance of all good duties, Concerning God and man. cc ord, c-acp po31 n1 (vvg p-acp dt n1 av) vvz pn31 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, av, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f ng1 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2, vvg np1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 39
401 Herein doe I exercise my selfe, to haue alwayes a good conscience towards God and men. Herein do I exercise my self, to have always a good conscience towards God and men. av vdb pns11 vvi po11 n1, pc-acp vhi av dt j n1 p-acp np1 cc n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 39
402 Of each of these in their order; and first, of conscience, according to its power and greatnesse; Of each of these in their order; and First, of conscience, according to its power and greatness; pp-f d pp-f d p-acp po32 n1; cc ord, pp-f n1, vvg p-acp po31 n1 cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 40
403 whereof my purpose is not to make an exact Scholasticall Discourse, but to touch the tops of generall notions, whereof my purpose is not to make an exact Scholastical Discourse, but to touch the tops of general notions, c-crq po11 n1 vbz xx pc-acp vvi dt j j n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 40
404 and with Gideons Souldiers, Iudg. 7. to lap at the brinkes of those riuers wherein others haue deepely waded, and with Gideons Soldiers, Judges 7. to lap At the brinks of those Rivers wherein Others have deeply waded, cc p-acp np1 n2, np1 crd p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2 c-crq n2-jn vhb av-jn vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 40
405 and with Ionathan, 1. Sam. 14. to giue you a taste on the tip of my rod, of that sight-cleering honysweetnesse which therefrom may be gathered. and with Ionathan, 1. Sam. 14. to give you a taste on the tip of my rod, of that sight-cleering honysweetnesse which therefrom may be gathered. cc p-acp np1, crd np1 crd pc-acp vvi pn22 dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, pp-f cst j n1 r-crq av vmb vbi vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 40
406 Wherefore passing by the nicities and curious speculations of Schoole-men, whether conscience be an Act or an Habit, a faculty Theoricall or Practicall, simple or mixt, Wherefore passing by the niceties and curious speculations of Schoolmen, whither conscience be an Act or an Habit, a faculty Theorical or Practical, simple or mixed, c-crq vvg p-acp dt n2 cc j n2 pp-f n2, cs n1 vbb dt n1 cc dt n1, dt n1 j cc j, j cc vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 40
407 and compounded of both, whether seated in the vnderstanding, will, or memory, as the proper subiect thereof, &c. and passing ouer with a light finger, and compounded of both, whither seated in the understanding, will, or memory, as the proper Subject thereof, etc. and passing over with a Light finger, cc vvn pp-f d, cs vvn p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1, c-acp dt j n-jn av, av cc vvg a-acp p-acp dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 40
408 and dry foot, the Rhetoricall Notifications and witty Illustrations thereof, drawne from its offices, adiuncts, effects, and dry foot, the Rhetorical Notifications and witty Illustrations thereof, drawn from its Offices, adjuncts, effects, cc j n1, dt j n2 cc j n2 av, vvn p-acp po31 n2, n2, n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 40
409 when and where it is deciphered to be a mans best friend, soonest offended; or bitterest foe, hardliest appeased; when and where it is deciphered to be a men best friend, soonest offended; or Bitterest foe, hardliest appeased; c-crq cc c-crq pn31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt ng1 js n1, av-s vvn; cc js n1, js vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 40
410 a bridle before sinne, to preuent it; a scourge after sinne; to punish it, domesticus index, index, carnifex; a bridle before sin, to prevent it; a scourge After sin; to Punish it, Domesticus index, index, carnifex; dt n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pn31; dt n1 p-acp n1; pc-acp vvi pn31, fw-la n1, n1, fw-la; (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 40
411 in briefe, to be the soules Schoolemaster, Monitor, and Domesticall Preacher, mans tutelar God and protector, Gods Law-Booke, Leiger, Ambassadour, Spie, Intelligencer, in brief, to be the Souls Schoolmaster, Monitor, and Domestical Preacher, men tutelar God and protector, God's Law-Booke, Leiger, Ambassador, Spy, Intelligencer, p-acp j, pc-acp vbi dt ng1 n1, np1, cc j n1, ng1 j np1 cc n1, ng1 n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 40
412 and the truest Prognosticatour in a mans bosome or brest, foretelling what shall become of him hereafter, &c. As an abstract of all the premisses, I will briefly and plainely commend to your consideration, the nature and essence of conscience, vnder these termes of a definition or description. and the Truest Prognosticator in a men bosom or breast, foretelling what shall become of him hereafter, etc. As an abstract of all the premises, I will briefly and plainly commend to your consideration, the nature and essence of conscience, under these terms of a definition or description. cc dt js n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1 cc n1, vvg r-crq vmb vvi pp-f pno31 av, av p-acp dt n-jn pp-f d dt n2, pns11 vmb av-j cc av-j vvi p-acp po22 n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 41
413 Conscience (so called, either à cordis scientia, in reference to the soule, reflecting and recoyling vpon it selfe, Conscience (so called, either à Cordis scientia, in Referente to the soul, reflecting and recoiling upon it self, n1 (av vvn, d fw-fr fw-la fw-la, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, vvg cc vvg p-acp pn31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 41
414 or à scientia cum alio; in respect to God, with whom it is a co-witnesse of whatsoeuer is in man) is a noble and diuine power and faculty, planted of God in the substance of mans soule, working vpon it selfe by reflection, and taking exact notice, or à scientia cum Alio; in respect to God, with whom it is a co-witnesse of whatsoever is in man) is a noble and divine power and faculty, planted of God in the substance of men soul, working upon it self by reflection, and taking exact notice, cc fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la; p-acp n1 p-acp np1, p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz p-acp n1) vbz dt j cc j-jn n1 cc n1, vvn pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1, vvg p-acp pn31 n1 p-acp n1, cc vvg j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 41
415 as a Scribe or Register, and determining as Gods Viceroy and deputy, Iudge of all that is in the mind, will, affections, actions, and whole life of man. as a Scribe or Register, and determining as God's Viceroy and deputy, Judge of all that is in the mind, will, affections, actions, and Whole life of man. c-acp dt vvi cc vvi, cc vvg p-acp npg1 n1 cc n1, n1 pp-f d cst vbz p-acp dt n1, n1, n2, n2, cc j-jn n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 41
416 I name it a faculty, and not a bare act, because sundry actiōs, as to testifie, accuse, excuse, acquit, condemn, are giuē vnto it. I name it a faculty, and not a bore act, Because sundry actions, as to testify, accuse, excuse, acquit, condemn, Are given unto it. pns11 vvb pn31 dt n1, cc xx dt j n1, c-acp j n2, c-acp pc-acp vvi, vvb, vvb, vvb, vvb, vbr vvn p-acp pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 41
417 I terme it a noble diuine power, and not an humane acquired habit, because acts and habits too may be got and lost, deposed from their subiect, and separated from the soule; I term it a noble divine power, and not an humane acquired habit, Because acts and habits too may be god and lost, deposed from their Subject, and separated from the soul; pns11 vvb pn31 dt j j-jn n1, cc xx dt j vvn n1, c-acp n2 cc n2 av vmb vbi vvn cc vvn, vvn p-acp po32 n-jn, cc vvn p-acp dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 41
418 but Conscience, as it is borne with vs, so it will neuer leaue vs; but Conscience, as it is born with us, so it will never leave us; cc-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno12, av pn31 vmb av-x vvi pno12; (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 41
419 it is indiuiduall, inseparable, there is no putting of it to flight, or flying from it, nec fugere, nec fugare eam poteris: it is Individu, inseparable, there is no putting of it to flight, or flying from it, nec Fugere, nec fugare eam poteris: pn31 vbz j-jn, j, pc-acp vbz dx vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp n1, cc vvg p-acp pn31, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 41
420 but it will say to thee, as Ruth to Naomi, I will goe with thee wheresoeuer thou goest. but it will say to thee, as Ruth to Naomi, I will go with thee wheresoever thou goest. p-acp pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pno21, c-acp n1 p-acp np1, pns11 vmb vvb p-acp pno21 c-crq pns21 vv2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 41
421 To bee briefe, I giue it roome and place in the whole soule, and doe not, To be brief, I give it room and place in the Whole soul, and do not, pc-acp vbi j, pns11 vvb pn31 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc vdb xx, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 41
422 as some haue done, thrust it into a corner thereof, as if it were a part onely of the practicall vnderstanding, as Some have done, thrust it into a corner thereof, as if it were a part only of the practical understanding, c-acp d vhb vdn, vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1 av, c-acp cs pn31 vbdr dt n1 av-j pp-f dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 41
423 because the operation of it cannot bee circumscribed in narrower bounds then the soule it selfe; Because the operation of it cannot be circumscribed in narrower bounds then the soul it self; c-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp jc n2 cs dt n1 pn31 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 41
424 and therefore the Hebrewes aptly call it NONLATINALPHABET Prou. 15. 15. and the Greeke NONLATINALPHABET, that is, heart or soule, 1. Ioh. 3. Lastly, I giue it the title of Gods Register and deputy-Iudge, and Therefore the Hebrews aptly call it Prou. 15. 15. and the Greek, that is, heart or soul, 1. John 3. Lastly, I give it the title of God's Register and deputy-Iudge, cc av dt njpg2 av-j vvb pn31 np1 crd crd cc dt jp, cst vbz, n1 cc n1, crd np1 crd ord, pns11 vvb pn31 dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 42
425 because it is onely inferiour to God, and vnder him holds court in the soule of man, Because it is only inferior to God, and under him holds court in the soul of man, c-acp pn31 vbz av-j j-jn p-acp np1, cc p-acp pno31 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 42
426 and is the principall commander and chiefe controller of all his doings and desires, determining of all his actions, either with him to excuse and absolue, and is the principal commander and chief controller of all his doings and Desires, determining of all his actions, either with him to excuse and absolve, cc vbz dt j-jn n1 cc j-jn n1 pp-f d po31 n2-vdg cc n2, vvg pp-f d po31 n2, av-d p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 42
427 or against him to accuse and condemne; and that for the conuersion of some, and confusion of others. or against him to accuse and condemn; and that for the conversion of Some, and confusion of Others. cc p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi; cc cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, cc n1 pp-f n2-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 42
428 The conscience endowed with these royalties, resideth, I confesse, principally in the vnderstanding, as her Metropolis Palace-Throne, The conscience endowed with these royalties, resideth, I confess, principally in the understanding, as her Metropolis Palace-Throne, dt n1 vvn p-acp d n2, vvz, pns11 vvb, av-j p-acp dt n1, c-acp po31 n1 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 42
429 and thereby exerciseth her chiefe functions, but yet in the whole soule, commonly called the consistory of conscience, she keepeth a compleat court, and thereby Exerciseth her chief functions, but yet in the Whole soul, commonly called the consistory of conscience, she Keepeth a complete court, cc av vvz po31 j-jn n2, cc-acp av p-acp dt j-jn n1, av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 42
430 and in the seuerall parts thereof produceth occasionally seuerall operations; and in the several parts thereof Produceth occasionally several operations; cc p-acp dt j n2 av vvz av-j j n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 42
431 whence, in common speech we say, My conscience tels me, I did this, or did not that; whence, in Common speech we say, My conscience tells me, I did this, or did not that; c-crq, p-acp j n1 pns12 vvb, po11 n1 vvz pno11, pns11 vdd d, cc vdd xx d; (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 42
432 ther's an action of the memory. My conscience bids mee, or forbids me to doe this; ther's an actium of the memory. My conscience bids me, or forbids me to do this; pc-acp|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. po11 n1 vvz pno11, cc vvz pno11 pc-acp vdi d; (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 42
433 ther's an action of the will. And againe, It smites me, checks me, it comforts or torments me. ther's an actium of the will. And again, It smites me, Checks me, it comforts or torments me. pc-acp|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. cc av, pn31 vvz pno11, vvz pno11, pn31 vvz cc vvz pno11. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 42
434 What are these but acts of the affections recoyling vpon the soule? And certaine it is, that whensoeuer conscience reasoneth with it selfe, What Are these but acts of the affections recoiling upon the soul? And certain it is, that whensoever conscience reasoneth with it self, q-crq vbr d cc-acp n2 pp-f dt n2 vvg p-acp dt n1? cc j pn31 vbz, cst c-crq n1 vvz p-acp pn31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 42
435 and maketh a practicall Syllogisme, concerning the doing of that which is lawfull, and auoyding of that which is vnlawfull; and makes a practical Syllogism, Concerning the doing of that which is lawful, and avoiding of that which is unlawful; cc vv2 dt j n1, vvg dt vdg pp-f d r-crq vbz j, cc vvg pp-f d r-crq vbz j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 42
436 it hath some helpe from all the faculties both Theorick and Practicke, as (when that part of conscience which the Ancients call Synteresis, because as a treasury of rules and directions, it keepes the grounds of the Law naturall, it hath Some help from all the faculties both Theoric and Practic, as (when that part of conscience which the Ancients call Synteresis, Because as a treasury of rules and directions, it keeps the grounds of the Law natural, pn31 vhz d n1 p-acp d dt n2 d n1 cc n1, c-acp (c-crq d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq dt n2-j vvb np1, c-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, pn31 vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1 j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 43
437 and the principles of truth and equity) shall make thus the proposition: All adulterers and oppressours are worthy of fearfull punishment; and the principles of truth and equity) shall make thus the proposition: All Adulterers and Oppressors's Are worthy of fearful punishment; cc dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1) vmb vvi av dt n1: d n2 cc ng2 vbr j pp-f j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 43
438 and hereupon that other part, called Syneidesis, as an eye-witnesse and remembrancer of all thy doings, shall make thus the assumption; and hereupon that other part, called Syneidesis, as an eyewitness and remembrancer of all thy doings, shall make thus the Assump; cc av d j-jn n1, vvn n2, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d po21 n2-vdg, vmb vvi av dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 43
439 But thou hast committed adultery and oppression, and shall conuince thee thereof, by all circumstances of persons, time and place: (whereupon followes an ineuitable conclusion.) In all this illatiue discourse, who sees not a mutuall dependency on the mind, will and memory, which moues me to affirme Conscience to be a diuine power compounded of them all? Whereat Basil aimed, But thou hast committed adultery and oppression, and shall convince thee thereof, by all Circumstances of Persons, time and place: (whereupon follows an inevitable conclusion.) In all this illative discourse, who sees not a mutual dependency on the mind, will and memory, which moves me to affirm Conscience to be a divine power compounded of them all? Whereat Basil aimed, cc-acp pns21 vh2 vvn n1 cc n1, cc vmb vvi pno21 av, p-acp d n2 pp-f n2, n1 cc n1: (r-crq vvz dt j n1.) p-acp d d j n1, r-crq vvz xx dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 cc n1, r-crq vvz pno11 pc-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vbi dt j-jn n1 vvn pp-f pno32 d? c-crq np1 vvd, (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 43
440 when he tearmed it, Naturale iudicatorium: and Origen glanced, when he calles it, Paedagogus animae sociatus: and the Philosophers, when he termed it, Natural Judiciary: and Origen glanced, when he calls it, Pedagogue Spirits sociatus: and the Philosophers, c-crq pns31 vvd pn31, j fw-la: cc n1 vvd, c-crq pns31 vvz pn31, n1 fw-la fw-la: cc dt n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 43
441 when they speake of a mans bonus genius: but he spake best, that cald it a booke, ad quem emendandum omnes scripti sunt libri, for whose sake all other bookes are written: when they speak of a men bonus genius: but he spoke best, that called it a book, ad Whom emendandum omnes scripti sunt Libri, for whose sake all other books Are written: c-crq pns32 vvb pp-f dt ng1 fw-la fw-la: cc-acp pns31 vvd av-js, cst vvd pn31 dt n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, p-acp rg-crq n1 d j-jn n2 vbr vvn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 43
442 all other are but glosses vpon this Text. And cursed bee that Commentary which corrupts the Text of conscience. all other Are but Glosses upon this Text. And cursed be that Commentary which corrupts the Text of conscience. d n-jn vbr p-acp n2 p-acp d np1 cc j-vvn vbi d n1 r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 43
443 To all here present, both learned and vnlearned, I must commend this Text, this book: whatsoeuer thou art which seekest for counsel, to know what thou maist doe by law: To all Here present, both learned and unlearned, I must commend this Text, this book: whatsoever thou art which Seekest for counsel, to know what thou Mayest do by law: p-acp d av j, d j cc j, pns11 vmb vvi d n1, d n1: r-crq pns21 vb2r r-crq vv2 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi r-crq pns21 vm2 vdi p-acp n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 43
444 consult with this booke of conscience first, and see what it saith; consult with this book of conscience First, and see what it Says; vvb p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 ord, cc vvb r-crq pn31 vvz; (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 43
445 it is an excellent booke, euen in thine owne bosome, written by the finger of God, in such plaine Characters, it is an excellent book, even in thine own bosom, written by the finger of God, in such plain Characters, pn31 vbz dt j n1, av p-acp po21 d n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 44
446 and so legible, that though thou knowest not a letter in any other booke, yet thou maist reade this; and so legible, that though thou Knowest not a Letter in any other book, yet thou Mayest read this; cc av j, cst cs pns21 vv2 xx dt n1 p-acp d j-jn n1, av pns21 vm2 vvi d; (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 44
447 nay, thou canst not for thy life but reade it, and vnderstand it too, and yeeld to the truth and equity thereof, nay, thou Canst not for thy life but read it, and understand it too, and yield to the truth and equity thereof, uh-x, pns21 vm2 xx p-acp po21 n1 cc-acp vvb pn31, cc vvb pn31 av, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 av, (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 44
448 when it pleaseth God to turne thy eyes vpon it. when it Pleases God to turn thy eyes upon it. c-crq pn31 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi po21 n2 p-acp pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 44
449 Open this booke then, and see what is written in this Law, how readest thou? Ponder vpon it, conferre with it; Open this book then, and see what is written in this Law, how Readest thou? Ponder upon it, confer with it; j d n1 av, cc vvb r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d n1, q-crq vv2 pns21? np1 p-acp pn31, vvb p-acp pn31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 44
450 it is thy cheapest and faithfullest counsellour at home, thou needest not be at cost to seeke aduice abroad; it is thy cheapest and Faithfullest counselor At home, thou Needest not be At cost to seek Advice abroad; pn31 vbz po21 js cc js n1 p-acp n1-an, pns21 vv2 xx vbi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n1 av; (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 44
451 it is stored with singular precepts and principles concerning the knowledge and practice of good and euill, perswading to the one, disswading from the other. it is stored with singular Precepts and principles Concerning the knowledge and practice of good and evil, persuading to the one, dissuading from the other. pn31 vbz vvn p-acp j n2 cc n2 vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j cc j-jn, vvg p-acp dt pi, vvg p-acp dt n-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 44
452 Hearken then vnto it, reade it in time for thy direction, lest thou bee forced to looke vpon it too late, to thy destruction: Harken then unto it, read it in time for thy direction, lest thou be forced to look upon it too late, to thy destruction: vvb av p-acp pn31, vvb pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp po21 n1, cs pns21 vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 av av-j, p-acp po21 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 44
453 it may be, the light thereof, by thy naturall blindnesse, is much obscured, and that the text letters thereof, by affected ignorance and wilfull malice, are more blurred, and euen blotted out. it may be, the Light thereof, by thy natural blindness, is much obscured, and that the text letters thereof, by affected ignorance and wilful malice, Are more blurred, and even blotted out. pn31 vmb vbi, dt n1 av, p-acp po21 j n1, vbz av-d vvn, cc cst dt n1 n2 av, p-acp j-vvn n1 cc j n1, vbr dc vvn, cc av-j vvn av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 44
454 Oh then, compare it with Gods Booke, and labour, by the helpe of Gods Ministers, to haue it reformed and rectified. O then, compare it with God's Book, and labour, by the help of God's Ministers, to have it reformed and rectified. uh av, vvb pn31 p-acp npg1 n1, cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, pc-acp vhi pn31 vvn cc vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 44
455 Happy is that man that hath a liuing, feeling, and waking conscience; Happy is that man that hath a living, feeling, and waking conscience; j vbz d n1 cst vhz dt j-vvg, j-vvg, cc vvg n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 44
456 for this shall keepe him so, that he shall either not commit sinne, or not continue long therein, for this shall keep him so, that he shall either not commit sin, or not continue long therein, p-acp d vmb vvi pno31 av, cst pns31 vmb av-d xx vvi n1, cc xx vvi av-j av, (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 44
457 but the crying voyce of his conscience will rowze him out of the bed of security, but the crying voice of his conscience will rouse him out of the Bed of security, cc-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f po31 n1 vmb vvi pno31 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 44
458 as the crowing Cocke did Peter, and bring him to repentance; as the crowing Cock did Peter, and bring him to Repentance; c-acp dt j-vvg n1 vdd np1, cc vvi pno31 p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 44
459 and blessed is that repentance and obedience which is wrought by the power and command of a rectified conscience. and blessed is that Repentance and Obedience which is wrought by the power and command of a rectified conscience. cc j-vvn vbz d n1 cc n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 45
460 And thus hauing made a short surueigh of the nature of conscience, as it is great, And thus having made a short survey of the nature of conscience, as it is great, cc av vhg vvn dt j vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vbz j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 45
461 and Gods lieutenant in the soule of man, working more forcibly on all the parts and powers thereof, and God's lieutenant in the soul of man, working more forcibly on all the parts and Powers thereof, cc ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg av-dc av-j p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 av, (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 45
462 then all other agents whatsoeuer, sitting in the vnderstanding as Iudge, to prescribe, prohibit, absolue and condemne de iure; in the memory, then all other agents whatsoever, sitting in the understanding as Judge, to prescribe, prohibit, absolve and condemn de iure; in the memory, cs d j-jn n2 r-crq, vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi, vvb, vvi cc vvi fw-fr fw-la; p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 45
463 as Recorder and witnesse testifying de facto; in the will and affections, as rewarder and punisher, pro iure aut iniuria facti: as Recorder and witness testifying de facto; in the will and affections, as rewarder and punisher, Pro iure Or Iniuria facti: c-acp n1 cc n1 vvg fw-fr fw-la; p-acp dt n1 cc n2, c-acp n1 cc n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 45
464 I will now, with the like breuity and perspicuity, speake somewhat of each of these offices distinctly: I will now, with the like brevity and perspicuity, speak somewhat of each of these Offices distinctly: pns11 vmb av, p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, vvb av pp-f d pp-f d n2 av-j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 45
465 And first, of conscience, as it writes downe and keepes in record all our doings: Secondly, as it passeth sentence of them, with vs, or against vs: And First, of conscience, as it writes down and keeps in record all our doings: Secondly, as it passes sentence of them, with us, or against us: cc ord, pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vvz a-acp cc vvz p-acp n1 d po12 n2-vdg: ord, c-acp pn31 vvz n1 pp-f pno32, p-acp pno12, cc p-acp pno12: (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 45
466 Thirdly, as it executeth the sentence determinate. Thirdly, as it Executeth the sentence determinate. ord, c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 45
467 First, conscience, as a Scribe or Notary, sitting in the closet of mans heart, with pen in hand, records and keepes a Catalogue, First, conscience, as a Scribe or Notary, sitting in the closet of men heart, with pen in hand, records and keeps a Catalogue, ord, n1, c-acp dt vvi cc n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, n2 cc vvz dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 45
468 or Diary of all our doings, of the time when, place where, the manner how they were performed, or Diary of all our doings, of the time when, place where, the manner how they were performed, cc n1 pp-f d po12 n2-vdg, pp-f dt n1 c-crq, n1 c-crq, dt n1 c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 45
469 and that so cleere and euident, that goe where we will, doe what wee can, the characters of them cannot be cancelled or razed. and that so clear and evident, that go where we will, do what we can, the characters of them cannot be canceled or razed. cc cst av j cc j, cst vvi c-crq pns12 vmb, vdb r-crq pns12 vmb, dt n2 pp-f pno32 vmbx vbi vvn cc vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 45
470 She omitteth no default through slownesse of hand, neither strikes shee out any debt through deceit, She omitteth no default through slowness of hand, neither strikes she out any debt through deceit, pns31 vvz dx n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, av-dx vvz pns31 av d n1 p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 45
471 like the vniust Steward, that bade put downe fifty for an hundred; like the unjust Steward, that bade put down fifty for an hundred; av-j dt j n1, cst vvd vvi a-acp ord p-acp dt crd; (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 45
472 she cannot bee corrupted to conceale our faults, or smothered by tract of time, not to check vs for them, she cannot be corrupted to conceal our Faults, or smothered by tract of time, not to check us for them, pns31 vmbx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1, xx pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 45
473 as appeared in Iosephs brethren, whose consciences troubled them in Egypt, for that cruelty which many yeeres before they had shewed towards their Brother in Canaan. as appeared in Joseph's brothers, whose Consciences troubled them in Egypt, for that cruelty which many Years before they had showed towards their Brother in Canaan. c-acp vvd p-acp np1 n2, rg-crq n2 vvn pno32 p-acp np1, p-acp d n1 r-crq d n2 c-acp pns32 vhd vvn p-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 46
474 It is good therefore for vs to agree with conscience in time, and in all our wayes to seeke her approbation. It is good Therefore for us to agree with conscience in time, and in all our ways to seek her approbation. pn31 vbz j av p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp d po12 n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 46
475 And as the reuerend Martyr B. Latimer tooke speciall care to the placing of his words in his examination before Bonner, when he heard the pen walking in the chimney behind the cloth, and describing whatsoeuer he said: And as the reverend Martyr B. Latimer took special care to the placing of his words in his examination before Bonner, when he herd the pen walking in the chimney behind the cloth, and describing whatsoever he said: cc c-acp dt j-jn n1 np1 np1 vvd j n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvg r-crq pns31 vvd: (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 46
476 So ought we circumspectly to looke to all our doings and sayings, and to guard, watch and ward our senses (which are the gates and cinque-ports of corruption and lusts) sith that conscience is not onely the curious super-visor, So ought we circumspectly to look to all our doings and sayings, and to guard, watch and ward our Senses (which Are the gates and Cinque ports of corruption and Lustiest) sith that conscience is not only the curious supervisor, av vmd pns12 av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp d po12 n2-vdg cc n2-vvg, cc pc-acp vvi, vvb cc vvi po12 n2 (r-crq vbr dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 cc n2) c-acp cst n1 vbz xx av-j dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 46
477 but the continuall recorder of all the actions of our life. Wee may cast off our garments, but not our conscience; but the continual recorder of all the actions of our life. we may cast off our garments, but not our conscience; cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f po12 n1. pns12 vmb vvi a-acp po12 n2, cc-acp xx po12 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 46
478 wee may often change place and separate our selues from men, but when we are most solitary, we may often change place and separate our selves from men, but when we Are most solitary, pns12 vmb av vvi n1 cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp n2, cc-acp c-crq pns12 vbr av-ds j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 46
479 then shall we finde conscience most familiar with vs, and alwayes vpon our secrets: then shall we find conscience most familiar with us, and always upon our secrets: av vmb pns12 vvi n1 av-ds j-jn p-acp pno12, cc av p-acp po12 n2-jn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 46
480 Falli potest fama, conscientia nunquam: her approofes or reproofes will neuer be wanting vnto vs. If we doe well, shee will speake for vs and iustifie vs; Fallen potest fama, conscientia Never: her approofs or reproofs will never be wanting unto us If we do well, she will speak for us and justify us; np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la: po31 n2 cc n2 vmb av-x vbi vvg p-acp pno12 cs pns12 vdb av, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno12 cc vvi pno12; (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 46
481 if euill, without speedy repentance, she will bee as forward to speake against vs, and to accuse vs. if evil, without speedy Repentance, she will be as forward to speak against us, and to accuse us cs j-jn, p-acp j n1, pns31 vmb vbi a-acp j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 46
482 Let no man therefore sinne, in hope to lye hid for want of euidence against him, or lacke of witnesses; Let no man Therefore sin, in hope to lie hid for want of evidence against him, or lack of Witnesses; vvb dx n1 av n1, p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, cc n1 pp-f n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 46
483 for he carries a thousand witnesses in his bosome, euen his owne conscience, which will surely testifie, for he carries a thousand Witnesses in his bosom, even his own conscience, which will surely testify, c-acp pns31 vvz dt crd n2 p-acp po31 n1, av po31 d n1, r-crq vmb av-j vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 46
484 when the Lord cites it to answere, euen of the most secret sinnes, and so testifie, that it will also terrifie in such sort, that all the men and creatures in the world shall not be able to comfort; when the Lord cites it to answer, even of the most secret Sins, and so testify, that it will also terrify in such sort, that all the men and creatures in the world shall not be able to Comfort; c-crq dt n1 vvz pn31 pc-acp vvi, av pp-f dt av-ds j-jn n2, cc av vvi, cst pn31 vmb av vvi p-acp d n1, cst d dt n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi; (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 47
485 whereof wee see an example in Adam, who immediately after he had transgressed, ran away and hid himselfe amongst the bushes, whereof we see an Exampl in Adam, who immediately After he had transgressed, ran away and hid himself among the Bushes, c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 p-acp np1, r-crq av-j c-acp pns31 vhd vvn, vvd av cc vvd px31 p-acp dt n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 47
486 though no man pursued him, no Angell reproued him, the Lord was not yet come vnto him, though no man pursued him, no Angel reproved him, the Lord was not yet come unto him, cs dx n1 vvd pno31, dx n1 vvd pno31, dt n1 vbds xx av vvn p-acp pno31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 47
487 yet his conscience for the fact accusing him, all the pleasures of Paradise could not auaile to quiet him, or doe him any good: yet his conscience for the fact accusing him, all the pleasures of Paradise could not avail to quiet him, or do him any good: av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 vvg pno31, d dt n2 pp-f n1 vmd xx vvi pc-acp vvi pno31, cc vdb pno31 d j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 47
488 and the like wee may note in Balthazar, who though he had about him all the worldly comforts which the heart of man could desire, and the like we may note in Balthazar, who though he had about him all the worldly comforts which the heart of man could desire, cc dt av-j pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1, r-crq cs pns31 vhd p-acp pno31 d dt j n2 r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 47
489 yet because the conscience of his sacrilegious villany was against him, nothing could remedy his griefe, yet Because the conscience of his sacrilegious villainy was against him, nothing could remedy his grief, av c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 vbds p-acp pno31, pix vmd vvi po31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 47
490 or mitigate the terrour of the handwriting which hee saw on the wall; but therewith extremely affrighted, he forthwith miserably expired. or mitigate the terror of the handwriting which he saw on the wall; but therewith extremely affrighted, he forthwith miserably expired. cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1; cc-acp av av-jn vvn, pns31 av av-j vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 47
491 Let no man therefore (I say) presume to commit any wickednesse, in hope to hide it for want of a witnesse, Let no man Therefore (I say) presume to commit any wickedness, in hope to hide it for want of a witness, vvb dx n1 av (pns11 vvb) vvb pc-acp vvi d n1, p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 47
492 sith that conscience is set in euery one of vs as a Register, to giue testimony of all our actions; sith that conscience is Set in every one of us as a Register, to give testimony of all our actions; c-acp d n1 vbz vvn p-acp d crd pp-f pno12 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d po12 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 47
493 with the tormenting testimony whereof, as in doing euill, wee ought to be iustly terrified; with the tormenting testimony whereof, as in doing evil, we ought to be justly terrified; p-acp dt j-vvg n1 c-crq, c-acp p-acp vdg n-jn, pns12 vmd pc-acp vbi av-j vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 47
494 So also with the comfortable testimony of the same wee ought, in well-doing, to bee sufficiently cheared and incouraged. So also with the comfortable testimony of the same we ought, in welldoing, to be sufficiently cheered and encouraged. av av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt d pns12 vmd, p-acp n1, pc-acp vbi av-j vvn cc vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 47
495 Wee need not hunt after eye-witnesses of our good workes; conscience alone giueth sufficient testimony and approbation of them; we need not hunt After Eyewitnesses of our good works; conscience alone gives sufficient testimony and approbation of them; pns12 vvb xx vvi p-acp n2 pp-f po12 j n2; n1 av-j vvz j n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 47
496 let vs be zealous and abundant in them, and seeke to please and praise God by them, let us be zealous and abundant in them, and seek to please and praise God by them, vvb pno12 vbi j cc j p-acp pno32, cc vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi np1 p-acp pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 48
497 and then with Saint Paul, Let the witnesse of our owne conscience aboue all, comfort and content vs, in the middest of all slanders and vncharitable surmises which malicious men shall haue against vs. To conclude this poynt, let vs in all our intents and actions, studies and consultations, and then with Saint Paul, Let the witness of our own conscience above all, Comfort and content us, in the midst of all slanders and uncharitable surmises which malicious men shall have against us To conclude this point, let us in all our intents and actions, studies and Consultations, cc av p-acp n1 np1, vvb dt n1 pp-f po12 d n1 p-acp d, n1 cc vvi pno12, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 cc j n2 r-crq j n2 vmb vhi p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi d n1, vvb pno12 p-acp d po12 n2 cc n2, n2 cc n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 48
498 as conscionable Christians, looke vnto the Lord as the searcher of our hearts, and the tryer and rewarder of our workes, not discouraging our selues, whatsoeuer men thinke or speake of vs and our doings, as conscionable Christians, look unto the Lord as the searcher of our hearts, and the Trier and rewarder of our works, not discouraging our selves, whatsoever men think or speak of us and our doings, c-acp j np1, vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2, xx vvg po12 n2, r-crq n2 vvb cc vvi pp-f pno12 cc po12 n2-vdg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 48
499 so God and our conscience doe approoue them; so God and our conscience do approve them; av np1 cc po12 n1 vdb vvi pno32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 48
500 nor contenting our selues with mens approbations & commendations, when the testimony of Gods Word and our conscience is not for them and vs. To which purpose, I remember, * hee spake well, who in his dayes was accounted a worthy speaker, nor contenting our selves with men's approbations & commendations, when the testimony of God's Word and our conscience is not for them and us To which purpose, I Remember, * he spoke well, who in his days was accounted a worthy speaker, ccx vvg po12 n2 p-acp ng2 n2 cc n2, c-crq dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc po12 n1 vbz xx p-acp pno32 cc pno12 p-acp r-crq n1, pns11 vvb, * pns31 vvd av, r-crq p-acp po31 n2 vbds vvn dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 48
501 and in reply to some that vniustly maligned him, spake thus praise-worthily: and in reply to Some that unjustly maligned him, spoke thus praise-worthily: cc p-acp n1 p-acp d cst av-j vvd pno31, vvd av j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 48
502 I will rest henceforward in peace in the house of mine owne conscience, and if I doe any good deeds, it is no matter who know them; I will rest henceforward in peace in the house of mine own conscience, and if I do any good Deeds, it is no matter who know them; pns11 vmb vvi av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 d n1, cc cs pns11 vdb d j n2, pn31 vbz dx n1 r-crq vvb pno32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 48
503 if bad, knowing them my selfe, it is no matter from whom I hide them, they will bee recorded before that Iudge from whose presence I cannot flee: if bad, knowing them my self, it is no matter from whom I hide them, they will be recorded before that Judge from whose presence I cannot flee: cs j, vvg pno32 po11 n1, pn31 vbz dx n1 p-acp ro-crq pns11 vvb pno32, pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp rg-crq n1 pns11 vmbx vvi: (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 48
504 if all the world applaud me, and hee accuse me, their praise is in vaine. Fame may help vs, cōscience wil not; it is an infallible witnes; if all the world applaud me, and he accuse me, their praise is in vain. Fame may help us, conscience will not; it is an infallible witness; cs d dt n1 vvb pno11, cc pns31 vvi pno11, po32 n1 vbz p-acp j. n1 vmb vvi pno12, n1 vmb xx; pn31 vbz dt j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 48
505 if speaking for vs, it cheereth more then any cordiall; if against vs, it gnaweth & tormenteth more then a corrosiue. if speaking for us, it Cheereth more then any cordial; if against us, it gnaweth & torments more then a corrosive. cs vvg p-acp pno12, pn31 vvz av-dc cs d j; cs p-acp pno12, pn31 vvz cc vvz av-dc cs dt n-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 48
506 Secondly, Conscience, as Gods Deputy Iudge, Oyer and Determiner of all causes and cases in the Consistory of the soule, passeth sentence, either of approbation or condemnation. Secondly, Conscience, as God's Deputy Judge, Oyer and Determiner of all Causes and cases in the Consistory of the soul, passes sentence, either of approbation or condemnation. ord, n1, c-acp ng1 n1 n1, np1 cc n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz n1, av-d pp-f n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 49
507 on all our speeches and actions, and that with such authority, that by all the power and policy of the world, it cannot bee reuoked or resisted. on all our Speeches and actions, and that with such Authority, that by all the power and policy of the world, it cannot be revoked or resisted. p-acp d po12 n2 cc n2, cc cst p-acp d n1, cst p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn cc vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 49
508 Strong is the reasoning of conscience, when it conuinceth Pagans by the light of nature, but much more powerfull, when it conuinceth Christians by the Word of God. Strong is the reasoning of conscience, when it Convinces Pagans by the Light of nature, but much more powerful, when it Convinces Christians by the Word of God. j vbz dt n-vvg pp-f n1, c-crq pn31 vvz n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp av-d av-dc j, c-crq pn31 vvz np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 49
509 Wherfore, as good S. Paul sets the sentence of his conscience, which did iustifie him against the calumnies of al men whatsoeuer that did censure & condemn him, Wherefore, as good S. Paul sets the sentence of his conscience, which did justify him against the calumnies of all men whatsoever that did censure & condemn him, q-crq, c-acp j n1 np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vdd vvi pno31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2 r-crq d vdd vvi cc vvi pno31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 49
510 & therin reioyceth and triumpheth in the midst of tribulation; so the wicked and vngodly sit down confounded at the Iudgement of conscience condemning them, & therein rejoices and Triumpheth in the midst of tribulation; so the wicked and ungodly fit down confounded At the Judgement of conscience condemning them, cc av vvz cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; av dt j cc j vvb a-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 49
511 and therewith are stricken dead, at it were, in the midst of their greatest iollity and exaltation, and therewith Are stricken dead, At it were, in the midst of their greatest jollity and exaltation, cc av vbr vvn j, p-acp pn31 vbdr, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 js n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 49
512 as before, by the examples of Adam and Balthasar, hath in part beene shewed, and in the tragicall ends of Saul, Achitophel, Haman, Herod, Iudas, and the like, might more fully and fearefully be exemplified: but I hasten, &c. as before, by the Examples of Adam and Balthasar, hath in part been showed, and in the tragical ends of Saul, Ahithophel, Haman, Herod, Iudas, and the like, might more Fully and fearfully be exemplified: but I hasten, etc. c-acp a-acp, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cc np1, vhz p-acp n1 vbn vvn, cc p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1, np1, np1, np1, np1, cc dt av-j, vmd av-dc av-j cc av-j vbi vvn: cc-acp pns11 vvb, av (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 49
513 Thirdly and lastly, conscience, as inferiour onely to God, and chiefe commander, controller, and executioner vnder him, Thirdly and lastly, conscience, as inferior only to God, and chief commander, controller, and executioner under him, ord cc ord, n1, c-acp j-jn av-j p-acp np1, cc j-jn n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp pno31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 49
514 euen in this life executeth the sentence determinate of good or euill, rendring ioy vnspeakeable to the righteous and obedient, even in this life Executeth the sentence determinate of good or evil, rendering joy unspeakable to the righteous and obedient, av p-acp d n1 vvz dt n1 j pp-f j cc j-jn, vvg n1 j p-acp dt j cc j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 49
515 but shame and sorrow, and terrour intolerable to the wicked and impenitent. but shame and sorrow, and terror intolerable to the wicked and impenitent. cc-acp n1 cc n1, cc n1 j p-acp dt j cc j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 49
516 The truth of the former is cleerely euidenced, in the holy conuersation of life, and happy expiration in death, of these faithfull seruants of God, Iacob, Ioseph, Iob, Iosias, Hezekiah, Samuel, and good old Simeon, with others, of whom the sacred Scriptures make honourable mention, The truth of the former is clearly evidenced, in the holy Conversation of life, and happy expiration in death, of these faithful Servants of God, Iacob, Ioseph, Job, Iosias, Hezekiah, Samuel, and good old Simeon, with Others, of whom the sacred Scriptures make honourable mention, dt n1 pp-f dt j vbz av-j vvn, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc j n1 p-acp n1, pp-f d j n2 pp-f np1, np1, np1, np1, np1, np1, np1, cc j j np1, p-acp n2-jn, pp-f ro-crq dt j n2 vvb j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 50
517 as of such in whom righteousnesse and peace met so together, mercy and truth so kissed each other, that the remembrance of their well led life, as of such in whom righteousness and peace met so together, mercy and truth so kissed each other, that the remembrance of their well led life, c-acp pp-f d p-acp ro-crq n1 cc n1 vvd av av, n1 cc n1 av vvd d n-jn, cst dt n1 pp-f po32 av vvn n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 50
518 and the conscience of their godly desire and indeuour to walke inoffensiuely in holinesse and loue, exceedingly solaced them, and the conscience of their godly desire and endeavour to walk inoffensively in holiness and love, exceedingly solaced them, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp n1 cc n1, av-vvg vvd pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 50
519 and singularly supported them all their dayes, making them confidently and couragiously to run on their Race, with an holy kind of contempt, beating backe the surges of all worldly wrongs and sorrowes; and singularly supported them all their days, making them confidently and courageously to run on their Raze, with an holy kind of contempt, beating back the surges of all worldly wrongs and sorrows; cc av-j vvd pno32 d po32 n2, vvg pno32 av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, vvg av dt n2 pp-f d j n2-jn cc n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 50
520 Illisos fluctus rupes vt vasta refundit: Illisos Fluctus rupes vt vasta refundit: fw-la fw-la n2 fw-la fw-la n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 50
521 As a brazen wall doth darts, or a mighty Rocke the billowes of the Sea. Thus conscience, on the godly, executeth the sentence of vnspeakeable comfort in this life, As a brazen wall does darts, or a mighty Rock the billows of the Sea. Thus conscience, on the godly, Executeth the sentence of unspeakable Comfort in this life, p-acp dt j n1 vdz n2, cc dt j n1 dt n2 pp-f dt n1 av n1, p-acp dt j, vvz dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 50
522 and maketh death it selfe welcome to them, so that tanquam conuiuae satures mortis somno cedunt, like full fed ghests, they goe willingly to their rest in the bed of the graue: and makes death it self welcome to them, so that tanquam conuiuae satures mortis Somno cedunt, like full fed guests, they go willingly to their rest in the Bed of the graven: cc vvz n1 pn31 n1 j-jn p-acp pno32, av d fw-la fw-la n2 fw-la j fw-la, av-j av-j vvn n2, pns32 vvb av-j p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 50
523 of whom, as Bernard speaketh, Mors sine formidine expectatur, cum dulcedine exoptatur, cum deuotione excipitur. of whom, as Bernard speaks, Mors sine formidine expectatur, cum dulcedine exoptatur, cum devotion excipitur. pp-f r-crq, c-acp np1 vvz, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la n1 fw-la, fw-la n1 fw-la. (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 50
524 But as for the vngodly and wicked, a perpetuall non sic is threatned vnto them by their owne conscience, But as for the ungodly and wicked, a perpetual non sic is threatened unto them by their own conscience, p-acp c-acp p-acp dt j cc j, dt j fw-fr fw-la vbz vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 50
525 and on them this ruthfull irreuocable sentence is passed; Non est pax impijs: There is no peace to the wicked, saith my God: and on them this ruthful irrevocable sentence is passed; Non est pax impijs: There is no peace to the wicked, Says my God: cc p-acp pno32 d j j n1 vbz vvn; fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la: a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt j, vvz po11 np1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 50
526 no true peace, either in life or death. no true peace, either in life or death. dx j n1, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 50
527 Lateri haeret laethalis arundo: The griping, gnawing, and neuer dying Worme of an accusing conscience euery where tormenteth them, Lateri Heretic laethalis arundo: The gripping, gnawing, and never dying Worm of an accusing conscience every where torments them, np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la: dt j-vvg, j-vvg, cc av-x vvg n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1 d c-crq vvz pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 51
528 and executeth the sentence of remedilesse condemnation vpon them, so that being NONLATINALPHABET, selfe-condemned, through the guilt of their sinnes, and Executeth the sentence of remediless condemnation upon them, so that being, self-condemned, through the guilt of their Sins, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp pno32, av cst vbg, j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 51
529 as Cain, Iudas, Herod, and Felix were: and as credible Histories declare; Bessus, for secret killing of his father; Bassianus, of his brother; Orestes, of his mother; as Cain, Iudas, Herod, and Felix were: and as credible Histories declare; Bessus, for secret killing of his father; Bassianus, of his brother; Orestes, of his mother; c-acp np1, np1, np1, cc np1 vbdr: cc c-acp j n2 vvb; np1, p-acp n-jn n-vvg pp-f po31 n1; np1, pp-f po31 n1; np1, pp-f po31 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 51
530 and Richard the third, of his nephewes to haue beene: and Richard the third, of his nephews to have been: cc np1 dt ord, pp-f po31 n2 pc-acp vhi vbn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 51
531 they leade heere a life euer-dying, and feele as it were a death neuer-ending, which is no other but a fore-runner of that supreme and finall doome, which God (who will iustifie the sentence and execution of conscience) shall, in that great Day of Iudgement, passe peremptorily on all the wilfully-disobedient transgressors of his Commandements. they lead Here a life ever-dying, and feel as it were a death never-ending, which is no other but a forerunner of that supreme and final doom, which God (who will justify the sentence and execution of conscience) shall, in that great Day of Judgement, pass peremptorily on all the wilfully-disobedient transgressors of his commandments. pns32 vvb av dt n1 j, cc vvi c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1 j, r-crq vbz dx j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j cc j n1, r-crq np1 (r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1) vmb, p-acp cst j n1 pp-f n1, vvb av-j p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f po31 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 51
532 Take we heed then, that wee neglect not the checks of conscience, when wee are bent vnto sinne, Take we heed then, that we neglect not the Checks of conscience, when we Are bent unto sin, vvb pns12 vvb av, cst pns12 vvb xx dt n2 pp-f n1, c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 51
533 nor despise the iudgement of conscience, when we haue sinned, but make haste by repentance in faith, to be reconciled to God and it: nor despise the judgement of conscience, when we have sinned, but make haste by Repentance in faith, to be reconciled to God and it: ccx vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns12 vhb vvn, cc-acp vvb n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 cc pn31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 51
534 for otherwise God will ratifie the sentence of conscience at the last Day, on all impenitent sinners; for otherwise God will ratify the sentence of conscience At the last Day, on all impenitent Sinners; c-acp av np1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt ord n1, p-acp d j n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 51
535 and albeit now many such by their wealth and hearts ease are rockt asleepe, by iesting, merry tales, eating, drinking, and albeit now many such by their wealth and hearts ease Are rocked asleep, by jesting, merry tales, eating, drinking, cc cs av d d p-acp po32 n1 cc ng1 n1 vbr vvd j, p-acp vvg, j n2, vvg, vvg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 51
536 and gaming, are cast into a spirit of slumber, yea, although the vnruly perturbations of their worldly lusts and affections be now so lowd, that the voyce of their conscience, condemning their wicked wayes and workes, cannot bee heard; and gaming, Are cast into a Spirit of slumber, yea, although the unruly perturbations of their worldly Lustiest and affections be now so loud, that the voice of their conscience, condemning their wicked ways and works, cannot be herd; cc n-vvg, vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, uh, cs dt j n2 pp-f po32 j n2 cc n2 vbb av av av-j, cst dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, vvg po32 j n2 cc n2, vmbx vbi vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 51
537 yet the Day shall come, and it will be a dreadfull Day for them, when these worldly negotiations shall cease, yet the Day shall come, and it will be a dreadful Day for them, when these worldly negotiations shall cease, av dt n1 vmb vvi, cc pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp pno32, c-crq d j n2 vmb vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 52
538 and all fleshly perturbations shall be silent, and conscience shall be so shrill, that they shall both heare it, and all fleshly perturbations shall be silent, and conscience shall be so shrill, that they shall both hear it, cc d j n2 vmb vbi j, cc n1 vmb vbi av j, cst pns32 vmb av-d vvi pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 52
539 and be thryld at it, and gnash with their teeth, and gnaw their tongues for indignation, to see how God taketh part with it against them: and be thryld At it, and gnash with their teeth, and gnaw their tongues for Indignation, to see how God Takes part with it against them: cc vbi vvn p-acp pn31, cc vvi p-acp po32 n2, cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi c-crq np1 vvz n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp pno32: (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 52
540 O what horrour and confusion shall then couer the faces of such as by a multitude of carnall pleasures and worldly cares and affaires, drowne, Oh what horror and confusion shall then cover the faces of such as by a multitude of carnal pleasures and worldly Cares and affairs, drown, uh q-crq n1 cc n1 vmb av vvi dt n2 pp-f d c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc j n2 cc n2, vvb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 52
541 and cry downe the voyce of conscience, by which their euill wayes and workes are condemned, and cry down the voice of conscience, by which their evil ways and works Are condemned, cc vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq po32 j-jn n2 cc n2 vbr vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 52
542 as the Drums and Tabrets in the sacrifices of Molech did the cry of the infants which in Tophet were burned. as the Drums and Tabrets in the Sacrifices of Molech did the cry of the Infants which in Tophet were burned. c-acp dt n2 cc vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vdd dt n1 pp-f dt n2 r-crq p-acp np1 vbdr vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 52
543 But on the other side, O what honour and exaltation shall crowne the heads of those which heare and obey the voyce of conscience, by the light of Gods Word rightly informed, which lend their eares, But on the other side, Oh what honour and exaltation shall crown the Heads of those which hear and obey the voice of conscience, by the Light of God's Word rightly informed, which lend their ears, p-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1, uh q-crq n1 cc n1 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f d r-crq vvb cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 av-jn vvn, r-crq vvb po32 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 52
544 whilest this good Cassandra spends her tongue, and by her, in all their actions are willingly guided and directed! whilst this good Cassandra spends her tongue, and by her, in all their actions Are willingly guided and directed! cs d j np1 vvz po31 n1, cc p-acp pno31, p-acp d po32 n2 vbr av-j vvn cc vvn! (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 52
545 And so much (if not too much) may suffice to haue beene spoken generally of conscience it selfe, And so much (if not too much) may suffice to have been spoken generally of conscience it self, cc av av-d (cs xx av av-d) vmb vvi pc-acp vhi vbn vvn av-j pp-f n1 pn31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 52
546 as in her nature, properties, and offices; in her power, command and Soueraignty, she is considered to bee great. as in her nature, properties, and Offices; in her power, command and Sovereignty, she is considered to be great. c-acp p-acp po31 n1, n2, cc n2; p-acp po31 n1, n1 cc n1, pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 52
547 Now, by Gods assistance, vnder the conduct of his feare and your fauour, I will proceed, to commend to your view and entertainement, especially, Now, by God's assistance, under the conduct of his Fear and your favour, I will proceed, to commend to your view and entertainment, especially, av, p-acp ng1 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc po22 n1, pns11 vmb vvi, pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n1 cc n1, av-j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 52
548 an vpright conscience, as in her causes and effects, her proiects and priuiledges, she is found to bee singularly good; an upright conscience, as in her Causes and effects, her projects and privileges, she is found to be singularly good; dt av-j n1, c-acp p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, po31 n2 cc n2, pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi av-j j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 53
549 and that not as she is in continuall conflict with the flesh, rebelling against the Spirit, and that not as she is in continual conflict with the Flesh, rebelling against the Spirit, cc cst xx c-acp pns31 vbz p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 53
550 and so afflicted with the sanctified dolours of the new birth, but as it is after regeneration quieted with the sence of remission of sinnes, and so afflicted with the sanctified dolours of the new birth, but as it is After regeneration quieted with the sense of remission of Sins, cc av vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n2 pp-f dt j n1, cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 53
551 and reconciliation to God in Christ, and so excusing, cleering, chearing, and comforting the soule of the sound Christian. and reconciliation to God in christ, and so excusing, clearing, cheering, and comforting the soul of the found Christian. cc n1 p-acp np1 p-acp np1, cc av vvg, n-vvg, vvg, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f dt j njp. (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 53
552 In respect whereof, some call it, The Paradise of the soule; In respect whereof, Some call it, The Paradise of the soul; p-acp n1 c-crq, d vvb pn31, dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 53
553 The Iubile of the heart, Laetitia cordis, quasi latitia, A surpassing inward solace, so dilating and inlarging the heart for some good in possession, more in expectation, that the ioy thereof cannot well bee suppressed or expressed. The Jubilee of the heart, Laetitia Cordis, quasi Latitia, A surpassing inward solace, so dilating and enlarging the heart for Some good in possession, more in expectation, that the joy thereof cannot well be suppressed or expressed. dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la, dt j-vvg j n1, av vvg cc n-vvg dt n1 p-acp d j p-acp n1, av-dc p-acp n1, cst dt n1 av vmbx av vbi vvn cc vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 53
554 And hence in a common popular apprehension, it is said to bee a ioyfull remembrance of a well led life, ioyned with an hopefull expectation of a comfortable death and glorious resurrection. And hence in a Common popular apprehension, it is said to be a joyful remembrance of a well led life, joined with an hopeful expectation of a comfortable death and glorious resurrection. cc av p-acp dt j j n1, pn31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f dt av vvd n1, vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 53
555 S. Paul, in respect of the mindes tranquillity inioyed thereby, termeth it a peace which passeth all vnderstanding, S. Paul, in respect of the minds tranquillity enjoyed thereby, termeth it a peace which passes all understanding, np1 np1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 vvd av, vvz pn31 dt n1 r-crq vvz d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 53
556 like to the hidden Manna and white stone, wherein a name was written, which no man knoweth but hee that inioyeth it, Reuel. 2. 17. Salomon, that kingly Preacher, pointing at the peerelesse pleasure and immutable comfort of a good conscience, compares it to a continuall feast, farre excelling the royall feast of Ahashuerus, which lasted but nine-skore dayes: like to the hidden Manna and white stone, wherein a name was written, which no man Knoweth but he that Enjoyeth it, Revel. 2. 17. Solomon, that kingly Preacher, pointing At the peerless pleasure and immutable Comfort of a good conscience, compares it to a continual feast, Far excelling the royal feast of Ahasuerus, which lasted but nine-skore days: av-j p-acp dt j-vvn n1 cc j-jn n1, c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn, r-crq dx n1 vvz p-acp pns31 cst vvz pn31, vvb. crd crd np1, cst j n1, vvg p-acp dt j n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt j n1, vvz pn31 p-acp dt j n1, av-j vvg dt j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvd p-acp n1 n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 53
557 for this feast of a good conscience (whereat the Angels are Cookes and Butlers, for this feast of a good conscience (whereat the Angels Are Cooks and Butlers, c-acp d n1 pp-f dt j n1 (c-crq dt n2 vbr n2 cc n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 53
558 and the blessed Trinity gladsome ghests (as Luther boldly speakes) without intermission of solace, and the blessed Trinity gladsome guests (as Luther boldly speaks) without intermission of solace, cc dt j-vvn np1 j n2 (c-acp np1 av-j vvz) p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 54
559 or interruption of society, is a continuall feast; A feast in life and health, refreshing the soule with dainty cates of diuine comforts; or interruption of society, is a continual feast; A feast in life and health, refreshing the soul with dainty cates of divine comforts; cc n1 pp-f n1, vbz dt j n1; dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, vvg dt n1 p-acp j n2 pp-f j-jn n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 54
560 A feast in sicknesse, when worldlings hopes hang downe their heads like a Bulrush, and lag like a Ruffians starcht Ruffe in a storme of raine; A feast in sickness, when worldlings hope's hang down their Heads like a Bulrush, and lag like a Ruffians starched Ruff in a storm of rain; dt n1 p-acp n1, c-crq n2 n2 vvb a-acp po32 n2 av-j dt n1, cc vvi av-j dt n2 vvd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 54
561 yea, in death a feast, when comfort is worth a world, and all worldly comforts and comforters forsake vs, yea, in death a feast, when Comfort is worth a world, and all worldly comforts and Comforters forsake us, uh, p-acp n1 dt n1, c-crq n1 vbz j dt n1, cc d j n2 cc n2 vvb pno12, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 54
562 yea, in the Day of Resurrection, and after that Day (when all these shaddowes shall flie away) a feast for euermore. yea, in the Day of Resurrection, and After that Day (when all these shadows shall fly away) a feast for evermore. uh, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp d n1 (c-crq d d n2 vmb vvi av) dt n1 c-acp av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 54
563 No maruell then that Saint Bernard, being rapt and rauished heerewith, breaketh foorth into the singular commendation of the admirable endowments thereof, saying, Bona conscientia est titulus religionis, templum Salomonis, ager Benedictionis, hortus deliciarum, gaudium Angelorum, &c. A good conscience is the Title and Crowne of Religion, the Temple of Salomon, the field of Benediction, the Garden of delight, the ioy of Angels, No marvel then that Saint Bernard, being rapt and ravished herewith, breaks forth into the singular commendation of the admirable endowments thereof, saying, Bona conscientia est titulus Religion, Templum Salomonis, ager Benedictionis, Hortis deliciarum, gaudium Angels, etc. A good conscience is the Title and Crown of Religion, the Temple of Solomon, the field of Benediction, the Garden of delight, the joy of Angels, dx n1 av d n1 np1, vbg vvn cc vvn av, vvz av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n2 av, vvg, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, n1 np1, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, av dt j n1 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 54
564 and Sanctuary of the holy Ghost, &c. But because these, & the like allusiue notions of a good conscience, frequent in the Fathers, are magis sloridae quàm solidae, more pregnant for wit, and Sanctuary of the holy Ghost, etc. But Because these, & the like allusive notions of a good conscience, frequent in the Father's, Are magis sloridae quàm solidae, more pregnant for wit, cc n1 pp-f dt j n1, av cc-acp c-acp d, cc dt j j n2 pp-f dt j n1, j p-acp dt n2, vbr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, av-dc j p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 54
565 then profitable for present vse, I will say to them, as Iehu to the messenger of Iehoram, 2. King. 9. Turne behind me; then profitable for present use, I will say to them, as Iehu to the Messenger of Jehoram, 2. King. 9. Turn behind me; av j c-acp j n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno32, c-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, crd n1. crd vvb p-acp pno11; (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 54
566 and will take hold of that more sound description thereof by Isiodore, affirming that a cleere or inoffensiue conscience is such a one, Quae nec de praeterito iustè accusatur, nec de praesenti iniustè delectatur, nec de futuro sollicitè perturbatur; and will take hold of that more found description thereof by Isidore, affirming that a clear or inoffensive conscience is such a one, Quae nec de praeterito just accusatur, nec de praesenti iniustè delectatur, nec de futuro sollicitè perturbatur; cc vmb vvi n1 pp-f d dc j n1 av p-acp np1, vvg cst dt j cc j n1 vbz d dt pi, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la j fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la; (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 54
567 that is, which is neither iustly accused for things past, nor vnlawfully delighted with things present, that is, which is neither justly accused for things past, nor unlawfully delighted with things present, cst vbz, r-crq vbz av-d av-j vvn p-acp n2 j, ccx av-j vvn p-acp n2 j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 55
568 nor anxiously troubled for things to come. nor anxiously troubled for things to come. ccx av-j vvn p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 55
569 This clearing chearing conscience, and that perfectly good, Adam only had in his Creation, whilest in Paradise hee walked with God, without sinne, This clearing cheering conscience, and that perfectly good, Adam only had in his Creation, whilst in Paradise he walked with God, without sin, d vvg vvg n1, cc d av-j j, np1 av-j vhd p-acp po31 n1, cs p-acp n1 pns31 vvd p-acp np1, p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 55
570 and without feare in the state of innocency: and without Fear in the state of innocency: cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 55
571 But now there is no way to come to it, to attaine and haue a quiet conscience, But now there is no Way to come to it, to attain and have a quiet conscience, cc-acp av pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi cc vhb dt j-jn n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 55
572 and that but imperfectly good after regeneration, but onely by the mediation and reconciliation of Christ. and that but imperfectly good After regeneration, but only by the mediation and reconciliation of christ. cc cst p-acp av-j j p-acp n1, cc-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 55
573 Being iustified by faith in the Blood of Christ (saith S. Paul ) wee haue peace with God, Rom. 5. And againe, The Blood of Christ, once offred by his eternall Spirit without fault, purgeth our consciences from dead workes, Heb. 9. Yea, Being justified by faith in the Blood of christ (Says S. Paul) we have peace with God, Rom. 5. And again, The Blood of christ, once offered by his Eternal Spirit without fault, Purgeth our Consciences from dead works, Hebrew 9. Yea, vbg vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (vvz np1 np1) pns12 vhb n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd cc av, dt n1 pp-f np1, a-acp vvn p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp n1, vvz po12 n2 p-acp j n2, np1 crd uh, (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 55
574 so purifieth and pacifieth them, that it leaues no remorse of sin accusing or condemning in them. so Purifieth and pacifieth them, that it leaves no remorse of since accusing or condemning in them. av vvz cc vvz pno32, cst pn31 vvz dx n1 pp-f n1 vvg cc vvg p-acp pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 55
575 Nothing else in this world hath this vertue, saue Christs Blood alone; there is no pacification of the soule, without remission of sinne; Nothing Else in this world hath this virtue, save Christ Blood alone; there is no pacification of the soul, without remission of sin; pix av p-acp d n1 vhz d n1, p-acp npg1 n1 av-j; pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 55
576 no remission of sin without blood, no blood expiatory for sinne, but Christs; no application of this expiation, but by faith. The consequence then is vndenyable: no remission of since without blood, no blood expiatory for sin, but Christ; no application of this expiation, but by faith. The consequence then is vndenyable: dx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, dx n1 j p-acp n1, cc-acp npg1; dx n1 pp-f d n1, cc-acp p-acp n1. dt n1 av vbz j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 55
577 therefore by faith in Christs Blood, shed for the remission of sinne, we attaine peace of conscience. Therefore by faith in Christ Blood, shed for the remission of sin, we attain peace of conscience. av p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vvb n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 55
578 No perfumes of the Sanctuary or charmes of Oratory can relieue it, no straines of Musicke or Songs of Angels can reioyce it. No perfumes of the Sanctuary or charms of Oratory can relieve it, no strains of Music or Songs of Angels can rejoice it. uh-dx n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n2 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pn31, dx n2 pp-f n1 cc n2 pp-f n2 vmb vvi pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 55
579 All other merriments and outward refreshments whatsoeuer, haue no more power to cure and quiet it, All other merriments and outward refreshments whatsoever, have no more power to cure and quiet it, av-d j-jn n2 cc j n2 r-crq, vhb dx n1 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 56
580 then popish holy-water hath to coniure the diuell. then popish Holy water hath to conjure the Devil. av j n1 vhz p-acp vvi dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 56
581 This, this is the honour, royalty, and peculiar dignity of Christs blood, by the hand of faith applyed to the soule for the full remission of sinnes. This, this is the honour, royalty, and peculiar dignity of Christ blood, by the hand of faith applied to the soul for the full remission of Sins. np1, d vbz dt n1, n1, cc j n1 pp-f npg1 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 56
582 This alone can pacifie and make good the conscience, and fully effect it; This alone can pacify and make good the conscience, and Fully Effect it; np1 av-j vmb vvi cc vvi j dt n1, cc av-j vvi pn31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 56
583 whereas otherwise all the glittering appearances of happinesse, which dazle the eyes of doting worldlings, cannot bring it to passe. whereas otherwise all the glittering appearances of happiness, which dazzle the eyes of doting worldlings, cannot bring it to pass. cs av d dt j-vvg n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vvi dt n2 pp-f j-vvg n2, vmbx vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 56
584 The superstitious Papist, troubled in conscience for sinne, runnes vp and downe for reliefe, like an Hart with an Arrow in his side: The superstitious Papist, troubled in conscience for sin, runs up and down for relief, like an Heart with an Arrow in his side: dt j njp, vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vvz a-acp cc a-acp p-acp n1, av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 56
585 Se rotat in vulnus transsixam circuit hastam: Se rotat in Wound transsixam circuit hastam: fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la: (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 56
586 hee sends to the god of Ekron for helpe, hee buyes a pardon, goes to shrift, lasheth and launceth himselfe, he sends to the god of Ekron for help, he buys a pardon, Goes to shrift, lasheth and lanceth himself, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, pns31 vvz dt n1, vvz p-acp n1, vvz cc vvz px31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 56
587 as the Priests of Baal did, posteth to a Masse, passeth on in pilgrimage to a woodden wormeeaten Lady, as the Priests of Baal did, posteth to a Mass, passes on in pilgrimage to a wooden wormeeaten Lady, c-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vdd, vvz p-acp dt n1, vvz a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt j j-vvn n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 56
588 or painted Image, and all this while as an aguish man that drinkes water, his disease increaseth; or painted Image, and all this while as an aguish man that drinks water, his disease increases; cc j-vvn n1, cc d d n1 p-acp dt j n1 cst vvz n1, po31 n1 vvz; (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 56
589 no shift of place, or change of aire can relieue him, being dogged and attended on by the hellish hag of his conscience; no shift of place, or change of air can relieve him, being dogged and attended on by the hellish hag of his conscience; dx n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pno31, vbg vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 56
590 Quae surdo verbere caedit, which whips him in secret, and in silence telles him, Omnibus vmbra locis adero, dabis improbe poenas. Quae Deaf verbere caedit, which whips him in secret, and in silence tells him, Omnibus vmbra locis adero, Dabis improbe poenas. fw-la fw-mi vvi n1, r-crq vvz pno31 p-acp j-jn, cc p-acp n1 vvz pno31, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la n1 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 56
591 The prophane worldling likewise being vexed and perplexed in mind with the horrour of his offensiue life, The profane worldling likewise being vexed and perplexed in mind with the horror of his offensive life, dt j n1 av vbg vvn cc vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 56
592 and the blood-hound of his guilty conscience hunting dry-foot on the sent of his former sinnes, proiecteth fearfull things, ambulat in circuitu, walkes in a restlesse round or maze, and the bloodhound of his guilty conscience hunting dryfoot on the sent of his former Sins, proiecteth fearful things, ambulat in circuitu, walks in a restless round or maze, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 vvg av p-acp dt vvn pp-f po31 j n2, vvz j n2, vvb p-acp fw-la, n2 p-acp dt j j cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 57
593 like a sea-sicke wretch, from the ship to the boat, and so backe againe; like a seasick wretch, from the ship to the boat, and so back again; av-j dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av av av; (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 57
594 and (as Saint Augustine passionately describes it) runnes like a Male-content, ab agro, in vrbem, &c. from the field, into the City; and (as Saint Augustine passionately describes it) runs like a Malcontent, ab Agro, in vrbem, etc. from the field, into the city; cc (c-acp n1 np1 av-j vvz pn31) vvz av-j dt j, zz n1, p-acp fw-la, av p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 57
595 out of the City, into his house; from the common roomes thereof, to his! bed-chamber; from thence, to his study or closet; out of the city, into his house; from the Common rooms thereof, to his! bedchamber; from thence, to his study or closet; av pp-f dt n1, p-acp po31 n1; p-acp dt j n2 av, p-acp po31! n1; p-acp av, p-acp po31 n1 cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 57
596 and then out againe, to seeke for a merry companion, to see if hee can play away his trouble, and then out again, to seek for a merry Companion, to see if he can play away his trouble, cc av av av, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi cs pns31 vmb vvi av po31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 57
597 and remooue the melancholy qualme, as carnall men account it, from the stomake; and remove the melancholy qualm, as carnal men account it, from the stomach; cc vvi dt j-jn n1, c-acp j n2 vvb pn31, p-acp dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 57
598 he eates profusely, drinkes profoundly, sports profanely, and all to lull the conscience asleepe, and to drowne her accusing voyce by the clamours of needlesse imployments. he eats profusely, drinks profoundly, sports profanely, and all to lull the conscience asleep, and to drown her accusing voice by the clamours of needless employments. pns31 vvz av-j, vvz av-j, vvz av-j, cc d pc-acp vvi dt n1 j, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 vvg n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 57
599 But all in vain, he doth but loose his chaine, that it may be tyed straighter; But all in vain, he does but lose his chain, that it may be tied straighter; p-acp d p-acp j, pns31 vdz p-acp vvi po31 n1, cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn jc; (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 57
600 and smother the fire for a time, which will afterwards breake forth with greater violence; a seeming truce he may haue, true peace he cannot haue: and smother the fire for a time, which will afterwards break forth with greater violence; a seeming truce he may have, true peace he cannot have: cc vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vmb av vvi av p-acp jc n1; dt j-vvg n1 pns31 vmb vhi, j n1 pns31 vmbx vhi: (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 57
601 for, Nocte diéque suum gestat in pectore testem: for, Nocte diéque suum gestat in pectore Testimony: c-acp, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la vvi: (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 57
602 yea, pestem, hee carries night and day his bane in his bosome, and of all earthly refreshments may truly say, yea, Pestem, he carries night and day his bane in his bosom, and of all earthly refreshments may truly say, uh, vvi, pns31 vvz n1 cc n1 po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc pp-f d j n2 vmb av-j vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 57
603 as Iob of his friends, Miserable comforters are ye all. as Job of his Friends, Miserable Comforters Are you all. c-acp np1 pp-f po31 n2, j n2 vbr pn22 d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 57
604 But as for the godly Christian, who is willing to illuminate and regulate his conscience by Gods sacred Word, But as for the godly Christian, who is willing to illuminate and regulate his conscience by God's sacred Word, p-acp c-acp p-acp dt j njp, r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp npg1 j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 57
605 and the diuine Oracles of eternall truth, when scruples and troubles of conscience doe arise, whereby hee is somewhat distracted or distressed; and the divine Oracles of Eternal truth, when scruples and Troubles of conscience do arise, whereby he is somewhat distracted or distressed; cc dt j-jn n2 pp-f j n1, c-crq n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 vdb vvi, c-crq pns31 vbz av vvn cc vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 57
606 leauing all humane conclusions vntryed, vntrusted; leaving all humane conclusions untried, untrusted; vvg d j n2 j-vvn-u, vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 57
607 he forthwith goes to God in prayer for direction, powres forth his soule in supplication to him, imbraceth all good meanes of instruction and edification, layes fast hold, by a liuely faith, on Christ Iesus for reconciliation; he forthwith Goes to God in prayer for direction, Powers forth his soul in supplication to him, Embraceth all good means of instruction and edification, lays fast hold, by a lively faith, on christ Iesus for reconciliation; pns31 av vvz p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, n2 av po31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, vvz d j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvz av-j vvb, p-acp dt j n1, p-acp np1 np1 p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 58
608 and so finding Christ the great Physician of soules, or rather being found of him, findes, with all peace and tranquillity, his doubts resolued, his griefe remoued, his feare cancelled, his heart confirmed in well-doing, his soule (as it were) rauished with the sweet sauour of his precious oyntments; and so finding christ the great physician of Souls, or rather being found of him, finds, with all peace and tranquillity, his doubts resolved, his grief removed, his Fear canceled, his heart confirmed in welldoing, his soul (as it were) ravished with the sweet savour of his precious ointments; cc av vvg np1 dt j n1 pp-f n2, cc av-c vbg vvn pp-f pno31, vvz, p-acp d n1 cc n1, po31 n2 vvn, po31 n1 vvd, po31 n1 vvn, po31 n1 vvn p-acp n1, po31 n1 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vvd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 j n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 58
609 so that Flammas licet hic & ille iaculetur polus, & fractus illabatur orbis, impauidum ferient ruinae: so that Flammas licet hic & Isle iaculetur Polus, & fractus illabatur Orbis, impauidum ferient ruinae: av d np1 fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la j fw-la: (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 58
610 though the heauens and earth crack and fly off the hinges, and the Mountaines be remoued, though the heavens and earth Crac and fly off the hinges, and the Mountains be removed, cs dt n2 cc n1 vvb cc vvi a-acp dt n2, cc dt n2 vbb vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 58
611 yet therewith he cannot be appalled; to him, being in Christ, and feeling it to be so, there is no condemnation, yet therewith he cannot be appalled; to him, being in christ, and feeling it to be so, there is no condemnation, av av pns31 vmbx vbi vvn; p-acp pno31, vbg p-acp np1, cc vvg pn31 pc-acp vbi av, pc-acp vbz dx n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 58
612 or remurmuration of conscience for sinne; or remurmuration of conscience for sin; cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 58
613 and therefore with glory to God in excelsis, he sings De profundis, a requiem to his soule. and Therefore with glory to God in Excelsis, he sings De profundis, a requiem to his soul. cc av p-acp n1 p-acp np1 p-acp fw-la, pns31 vvz fw-fr fw-la, dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 58
614 You see then by that which hath been said, how that the conscience, which Gods Word (actuated by the Spirit) inlighteneth and perswadeth, You see then by that which hath been said, how that the conscience, which God's Word (actuated by the Spirit) Enlighteneth and Persuadeth, pn22 vvb av p-acp d r-crq vhz vbn vvn, c-crq d dt n1, r-crq ng1 n1 (vvn p-acp dt n1) vvz cc vvz, (5) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 58
615 and the blood of Christ Iesus, applyed by the hand of faith, purgeth and pacifyeth, is the onely good conscience. and the blood of christ Iesus, applied by the hand of faith, Purgeth and pacifyeth, is the only good conscience. cc dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvz cc vvz, vbz dt j j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 58
616 Know also, that truly to beleeue well, according to the tenour of Gods sacred Word, Know also, that truly to believe well, according to the tenor of God's sacred Word, vvb av, cst av-j pc-acp vvi av, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 58
617 and to indeuour duly to liue well in a cheerfull obedience to his holy will, is both mother and nurse of the same. and to endeavour duly to live well in a cheerful Obedience to his holy will, is both mother and nurse of the same. cc pc-acp vvi av-jn pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 j n1, vbz d n1 cc n1 pp-f dt d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 58
618 It is the pure inmost blood which breeds, and the radicall moysture which feeds the bright Lampe of the soule, a good conscience. It is the pure inmost blood which breeds, and the radical moisture which feeds the bright Lamp of the soul, a good conscience. pn31 vbz dt j j n1 r-crq vvz, cc dt j n1 r-crq vvz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 58
619 Whereof for a conclusion to the premises, and an induction to that which followes this plaine and pregnant definition, proued by direct passages of Scriptures, offers it selfe to your Christian obseruation. Whereof for a conclusion to the premises, and an induction to that which follows this plain and pregnant definition, proved by Direct passages of Scriptures, offers it self to your Christian observation. c-crq p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2, cc dt n1 p-acp d r-crq vvz d j cc j n1, vvn p-acp j n2 pp-f n2, vvz pn31 n1 p-acp po22 njp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 59
620 A good or vpright conscience is a diuine power, and principall part of Gods Image in man, whereby he doth most resemble the selfe-sufficiency of God, which being inlightened by Gods Word, and purged by faith in Christs blood, from the guilt and punishment of sinne, A good or upright conscience is a divine power, and principal part of God's Image in man, whereby he does most resemble the self-sufficiency of God, which being enlightened by God's Word, and purged by faith in Christ blood, from the guilt and punishment of sin, dt j cc av-j n1 vbz dt j-jn n1, cc j-jn n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n1, c-crq pns31 vdz ds vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbg vvn p-acp ng1 n1, cc vvn p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 59
621 and from dead workes, to serue the liuing Lord, speaketh peace with Gods allowance, is a messenger of good things betwixt God and vs, and from dead works, to serve the living Lord, speaks peace with God's allowance, is a Messenger of good things betwixt God and us, cc p-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi dt j-vvg n1, vvz n1 p-acp npg1 n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp np1 cc pno12, (5) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 59
622 and cheereth vp the heart with ioy vnspeakable and glorious. and Cheereth up the heart with joy unspeakable and glorious. cc vvz a-acp dt n1 p-acp vvb j cc j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 59
623 In which Definition, you may easily perceiue, how that knowledge and faith, repentance and obedience, peace and ioy haue their concurrence, to make vp the precious odoriferous balme, In which Definition, you may Easily perceive, how that knowledge and faith, Repentance and Obedience, peace and joy have their concurrence, to make up the precious odoriferous balm, p-acp r-crq n1, pn22 vmb av-j vvi, c-crq d n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1 vhb po32 n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 59
624 or oyntment of a good conscience. First, knowledge and faith is requisite thereunto, lest it should be blind and erronious. or ointment of a good conscience. First, knowledge and faith is requisite thereunto, lest it should be blind and erroneous. cc n1 pp-f dt j n1. ord, n1 cc n1 vbz j av, cs pn31 vmd vbi j cc j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 59
625 Secondly, repentance and constant obedience, lest it should be secure and licentious. Thirdly, peace and ioy, lest it should bee stirring, galling, and needlesly tender and timorous. Secondly, Repentance and constant Obedience, lest it should be secure and licentious. Thirdly, peace and joy, lest it should be stirring, galling, and needlessly tender and timorous. ord, n1 cc j n1, cs pn31 vmd vbi j cc j. ord, n1 cc n1, cs pn31 vmd vbi vvg, vvg, cc av-j j cc j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 59
626 To touch the tops of these perswasions, first, it is by too lamentable experience well known, that for want of knowledge in Gods Booke, To touch the tops of these persuasions, First, it is by too lamentable experience well known, that for want of knowledge in God's Book, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f d n2, ord, pn31 vbz p-acp av j n1 av vvn, cst p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp npg1 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 59
627 and of faith in the Gospell (offering forgiuenesse of sinnes onely by Christs blood) many sottish soules liue in ignorance and darknesse, and in the very shadow of death, not able to discerne, by reason of their blind nature, and of faith in the Gospel (offering forgiveness of Sins only by Christ blood) many sottish Souls live in ignorance and darkness, and in the very shadow of death, not able to discern, by reason of their blind nature, cc pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 (vvg n1 pp-f n2 av-j p-acp npg1 n1) d j n2 vvb p-acp n1 cc n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, xx j pc-acp vvi, p-acp n1 pp-f po32 j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 60
628 and naturall blindnesse, the things which concerne their peace; and natural blindness, the things which concern their peace; cc j n1, dt n2 r-crq vvb po32 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 60
629 but thinking all religions will saue, or a good meaning serue the turne, or a Lord haue mercy at last cast be sufficient: but thinking all Religions will save, or a good meaning serve the turn, or a Lord have mercy At last cast be sufficient: cc-acp vvg d n2 vmb vvi, cc dt j n1 vvi dt n1, cc dt n1 vhb n1 p-acp ord vvn vbi j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 60
630 Alas, many a Fly doe these swallow, many a sinne vnseene, vnsorrowed for, doe they digest, Alas, many a Fly do these swallow, many a sin unseen, unsorrowed for, do they digest, uh, d dt n1 vdb d vvi, d dt n1 j, n1 p-acp, vdb pns32 vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 60
631 and in many things do they erre; and in many things do they err; cc p-acp d n2 vdb pns32 vvi; (5) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 60
632 as Christ told the Sadduces, Mark. 12. because they know not the Scriptures, and the power of God: as christ told the Sadducees, Mark. 12. Because they know not the Scriptures, and the power of God: c-acp np1 vvd dt np2, vvb. crd c-acp pns32 vvb xx dt n2, cc dt n1 pp-f np1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 60
633 The ignorance whereof, as Chrysostome noteth, is the mother of all mischiefe; The ignorance whereof, as Chrysostom notes, is the mother of all mischief; dt n1 c-crq, c-acp np1 vvz, vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 60
634 and therfore he earnestly exhorteth all secular persons to get them Bibles, the physicke of their soules, to labour to bee more acquainted with God in his Word, that they may grow vp therby in grace, and Therefore he earnestly exhorteth all secular Persons to get them Bibles, the physic of their Souls, to labour to be more acquainted with God in his Word, that they may grow up thereby in grace, cc av pns31 av-j vvz d j n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 np1, dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi dc vvn p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi a-acp av p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 60
635 and in the knowledge of our Sauiour Christ; and in the knowledge of our Saviour christ; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 60
636 without which sauing knowledge, and faith grounded thereon, which the Hebrewes by an excellency call Shekel Mekodesh, sanctifying wisedome, the conscience cannot be vpright. without which Saving knowledge, and faith grounded thereon, which the Hebrews by an excellency call Shekel Mekodesh, sanctifying Wisdom, the conscience cannot be upright. p-acp r-crq vvg n1, cc n1 vvn av, r-crq dt njpg2 p-acp dt n1 vvb np1 np1, vvg n1, dt n1 vmbx vbi av-j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 60
637 It is sufficient vnto sin to doe against conscience, as Saint Paul in Rom. 14. sheweth; It is sufficient unto since to do against conscience, as Saint Paul in Rom. 14. shows; pn31 vbz j p-acp n1 pc-acp vdi p-acp n1, c-acp n1 np1 p-acp np1 crd vvz; (5) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 60
638 whereunto that of Saint Augustine agreeth, Quicquid sit contra conscientiam, aedificat ad Gehennam. whereunto that of Saint Augustine agreeth, Quicquid sit contra conscientiam, aedificat ad Gehennam. c-crq d pp-f n1 np1 vvz, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. (5) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 60
639 But it is not sufficient to duty and obedience, to doe according to conscience, except it bee inlightened and rectified by the Word, without which information and illumination, conscience often resolues, where it should restraine; But it is not sufficient to duty and Obedience, to do according to conscience, except it be enlightened and rectified by the Word, without which information and illumination, conscience often resolves, where it should restrain; p-acp pn31 vbz xx j p-acp n1 cc n1, pc-acp vdb vvg p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vbb vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1, n1 av vvz, c-crq pn31 vmd vvi; (5) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 60
640 acquits, where it should condemn, and so erreth and offendeth diuers waies. First, by an erronious acceptation and entertainment of the lawes, fashions and traditions of men, for the precepts of God; acquits, where it should condemn, and so erreth and offends diverse ways. First, by an erroneous acceptation and entertainment of the laws, fashions and traditions of men, for the Precepts of God; vvz, c-crq pn31 vmd vvi, cc av vvz cc vvz j n2. ord, p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2, n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 60
641 which is the errour of superstition, incident to ignorant, arrogant Papists, who make the Popes Dictates their practicall principles, which is the error of Superstition, incident to ignorant, arrogant Papists, who make the Popes Dictates their practical principles, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, j p-acp j, j njp2, r-crq vvb dt ng1 vvz po32 j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 61
642 and seeing (if they see at al) thorow the false spectacles of their purblind guides, shew their obedience in those things (to wit, in the adoration of Images, inuocation of Saints, meritorious obseruation of dayes, and seeing (if they see At all) thorough the false spectacles of their purblind guides, show their Obedience in those things (to wit, in the adoration of Images, invocation of Saints, meritorious observation of days, cc vvg (cs pns32 vvb p-acp d) p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po32 j n2, vvb po32 n1 p-acp d n2 (p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, n1 pp-f n2, j n1 pp-f n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 61
643 and meates, and celebration of Pilgrimages and Masses, &c.) for which they can shew no commandement. and Meats, and celebration of Pilgrimages and Masses, etc.) for which they can show no Commandment. cc n2, cc n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, av) p-acp r-crq pns32 vmb vvi dx n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 61
644 All whose Religion in these and the like poynts of Purgatory, of prayer for the dead, of satisfactory seruices and sacrifices of their owne inuention, may easily be swept away with the Prophets besome, Esa. 1. Who required these things at your hands? All whose Religion in these and the like points of Purgatory, of prayer for the dead, of satisfactory services and Sacrifices of their own invention, may Easily be swept away with the prophets besom, Isaiah 1. Who required these things At your hands? av-d r-crq n1 p-acp d cc dt j n2 pp-f n1, pp-f n1 p-acp dt j, pp-f j n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 d n1, vmb av-j vbi vvn av p-acp dt ng1 n1, np1 crd r-crq vvd d n2 p-acp po22 n2? (5) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 61
645 Secondly, by a vaine assumption of false principles, and a misprision of good for euill, of euill for good; Secondly, by a vain Assump of false principles, and a Misprision of good for evil, of evil for good; ord, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n2, cc dt n1 pp-f j c-acp n-jn, pp-f j-jn c-acp j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 61
646 and this is the errour of prophannesse, frequent amongst our common people, who inlarge their consciences to the vttermost bounds of any pleasure or profit, and this is the error of profaneness, frequent among our Common people, who enlarge their Consciences to the uttermost bounds of any pleasure or profit, cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, j p-acp po12 j n1, r-crq vvb po32 n2 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 61
647 and vnder pretence of not being booke-learned, will not suffer their consciences to prooue good Lawyers in Gods Booke, and under pretence of not being book-learned, will not suffer their Consciences to prove good Lawyers in God's Book, cc p-acp n1 pp-f xx vbg j, vmb xx vvi po32 n2 pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp npg1 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 61
648 but liue in darke corners vnder blind Sir Iohns, and so take quid pro quo, Chalke for Cheese, riches for righteousnesse, policy for piety, who accounting gaine godlinesse, but live in dark corners under blind Sir Iohns, and so take quid Pro quo, Chalk for Cheese, riches for righteousness, policy for piety, who accounting gain godliness, cc-acp vvb p-acp j n2 p-acp j n1 npg1, cc av vvb fw-la fw-la fw-la, n1 p-acp n1, n2 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vvg n1 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 61
649 and maintaining bad opinions to iustifie base affections, doe hereupon, in the errour of their iudgement, practise commonly swearing, prophaning of the Sabbath, Vsury, Lying, Lottery, Legerdemaine, without any regret of conscience at all. and maintaining bad opinions to justify base affections, do hereupon, in the error of their judgement, practise commonly swearing, profaning of the Sabbath, Usury, Lying, Lottery, Legerdemain, without any regret of conscience At all. cc vvg j n2 pc-acp vvi j n2, vdb av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, vvb av-j vvg, vvg pp-f dt n1, n1, vvg, n1, n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 62
650 Thirdly, by false application of good principles, as when from those approued grounds and true propositions, ( Religious adoration is not to be giuen to creatures: Thirdly, by false application of good principles, as when from those approved grounds and true propositions, (Religious adoration is not to be given to creatures: ord, p-acp j n1 pp-f j n2, c-acp c-crq p-acp d j-vvn n2 cc j n2, (j n1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 62
651 and likewise, Christians haue liberty in things indifferent) these vnwarrantable conclusions are deduced; Therefore we may not kneele in the Act of receiuing the Communion; and likewise, Christians have liberty in things indifferent) these unwarrantable conclusions Are deduced; Therefore we may not kneel in the Act of receiving the Communion; cc av, np1 vhb n1 p-acp n2 j) d j n2 vbr vvn; av pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 62
652 Therefore we are not bound to obey the Magistrate in things indifferent. Therefore we Are not bound to obey the Magistrate in things indifferent. av pns12 vbr xx vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n2 j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 62
653 Which errour of conscience, I may call the errour of too much singularity and precisenesse, arguing their indiscretion, who in their ouerweening curiosity will bee ouer-pleasing God with better deuices then his owne, Which error of conscience, I may call the error of too much singularity and preciseness, arguing their indiscretion, who in their overweening curiosity will be over-pleasing God with better devices then his own, r-crq n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f av d n1 cc n1, vvg po32 n1, r-crq p-acp po32 j-vvg n1 vmb vbi j np1 p-acp jc n2 cs po31 d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 62
654 and take vpon them to teach the Spirit to speake according to the consonants of the Alphabet, and take upon them to teach the Spirit to speak according to the consonants of the Alphabet, cc vvi p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 62
655 so long, till their wit turne to madnes, and end in mischiefe, as appeareth by the course and condition of Separatists, Anabaptists, and Arminians at this day. so long, till their wit turn to madness, and end in mischief, as appears by the course and condition of Separatists, Anabaptists, and Arminians At this day. av av-j, c-acp po32 n1 vvi p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp n1, c-acp vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, np1, cc njp2 p-acp d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 62
656 For the auoyding of all which errours of superstition, prophanenesse and precisenesse, let vs heare and obey our Sauiours counsell, Search the Scriptures, Ioh. 5. for they beare witnesse of me, the Way, the Truth, the Life; For the avoiding of all which errors of Superstition, profaneness and preciseness, let us hear and obey our Saviour's counsel, Search the Scriptures, John 5. for they bear witness of me, the Way, the Truth, the Life; p-acp dt vvg pp-f d r-crq n2 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1, vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi po12 ng1 n1, vvb dt n2, np1 crd c-acp pns32 vvb n1 pp-f pno11, dt n1, dt n1, dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 62
657 they giue best testimony both of Gods will concerning his own seruice, and of his good will in Christ to all his faithfull seruants. they give best testimony both of God's will Concerning his own service, and of his good will in christ to all his faithful Servants. pns32 vvb js n1 av-d pp-f npg1 n1 vvg po31 d n1, cc pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d po31 j n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 62
658 Let this Word of God dwell plentifully in vs, as Saint Paul prescribeth, Col. 3. and that not in some, Let this Word of God dwell plentifully in us, as Saint Paul prescribeth, Col. 3. and that not in Some, vvb d n1 pp-f np1 vvi av-j p-acp pno12, c-acp n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd cc d xx p-acp d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 63
659 but in all wisedome, that we may thinke, speake, and doe wisely in all things. but in all Wisdom, that we may think, speak, and do wisely in all things. cc-acp p-acp d n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi, vvb, cc vdb av-j p-acp d n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 63
660 And for the better sharpening of our dimmed sight in matters diuine, let vs not refuse the eye-salue of our better inlightened guides, And for the better sharpening of our dimmed sighed in matters divine, let us not refuse the eyesalve of our better enlightened guides, cc p-acp dt av-jc vvg pp-f po12 j-vvn n1 p-acp n2 j-jn, vvb pno12 xx vvi dt j pp-f po12 j vvn n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 63
661 but gladly accept thereof, that so by all these, and other good meanes, our consciences being rightly informed, we may expresse the goodnesse of them, by doing or not doing confidently what God hath commanded or prohibited. but gladly accept thereof, that so by all these, and other good means, our Consciences being rightly informed, we may express the Goodness of them, by doing or not doing confidently what God hath commanded or prohibited. cc-acp av-j vvi av, cst av p-acp d d, cc j-jn j n2, po12 n2 vbg av-jn vvn, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32, p-acp vdg cc xx vdg av-j q-crq np1 vhz vvn cc vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 63
662 And to this end, that our hearts may bee comforted and established in euery good saying and doing, wee are to lay fast hold on that euerlasting consolation and good hope through grace which the Father hath giuen vs, Colos. 2. 2, 16. and by all spirituall aliments to preserue and cherish that sauing faith in vs, whereby we are perswaded that our sinnes are pardoned, And to this end, that our hearts may be comforted and established in every good saying and doing, we Are to lay fast hold on that everlasting consolation and good hope through grace which the Father hath given us, Colos 2. 2, 16. and by all spiritual aliments to preserve and cherish that Saving faith in us, whereby we Are persuaded that our Sins Are pardoned, cc p-acp d n1, cst po12 n2 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d j n-vvg cc vdg, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi av-j vvi p-acp d j n1 cc j n1 p-acp n1 r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn pno12, np1 crd crd, crd cc p-acp d j n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi d vvg n1 p-acp pno12, c-crq pns12 vbr vvn d po12 n2 vbr vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 63
663 and God in Christ reconciled to vs. This indeed is the root of a good conscience, as hath been already shewed: and God in christ reconciled to us This indeed is the root of a good conscience, as hath been already showed: cc np1 p-acp np1 vvn p-acp pno12 d av vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-acp vhz vbn av vvn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 63
664 and this, Beleeue in Christs blood, is the gracious powerfull Word whereby all consciences are now stilled; and this, Believe in Christ blood, is the gracious powerful Word whereby all Consciences Are now stilled; cc d, vvb p-acp npg1 n1, vbz dt j j n1 c-crq d n2 vbr av vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 63
665 as the consciences of Mary Magdalen, Zacheus, Lydia, and that Iaylor were suddenly and soundly thereby quieted. as the Consciences of Marry Magdalen, Zacchaeus, Lydia, and that Jailer were suddenly and soundly thereby quieted. c-acp dt n2 pp-f uh np1, np1, np1, cc d n1 vbdr av-j cc av-j av vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 63
666 Now for the cherishing and confirming of this faith, the daily exercises of repentance and obedience are requisite; Now for the cherishing and confirming of this faith, the daily exercises of Repentance and Obedience Are requisite; av p-acp dt n-vvg cc vvg pp-f d n1, dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbr j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 63
667 and therefore to make vp the vprightnesse of a good conscience, wee are, in the second place, to speake of these ingredients, as most necessary thereunto, to wit, of repentance and obedience. and Therefore to make up the uprightness of a good conscience, we Are, in the second place, to speak of these ingredients, as most necessary thereunto, to wit, of Repentance and Obedience. cc av pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, pns12 vbr, p-acp dt ord n1, pc-acp vvi pp-f d n2, p-acp ds j av, pc-acp vvi, pp-f n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 64
668 Of repentance in mind, altering the thoughts from the approbation of sinne; of repentance in heart, sorrowing for the committing of sinne; Of Repentance in mind, altering the thoughts from the approbation of sin; of Repentance in heart, sorrowing for the committing of sin; pp-f n1 p-acp n1, vvg dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; pp-f n1 p-acp n1, vvg p-acp dt vvg pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 64
669 of repentance in mouth, reprouing and controlling sin; of Repentance in Mouth, reproving and controlling since; pp-f n1 p-acp n1, vvg cc j-vvg n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 64
670 of repentance in the whole man, remoouing whatsoeuer is knowne to be amisse, and bringing forth fruits of amendment of life, &c. of Repentance in the Whole man, removing whatsoever is known to be amiss, and bringing forth fruits of amendment of life, etc. pp-f n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, vvg r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vbi av, cc vvg av n2 pp-f n1 pp-f n1, av (5) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 64
671 This is a worke impossible to nature, without grace, and so slow in the working of grace, through the contradiction of our nature, that howsoeuer many professe it, yet few practise it; This is a work impossible to nature, without grace, and so slow in the working of grace, through the contradiction of our nature, that howsoever many profess it, yet few practice it; d vbz dt n1 j p-acp n1, p-acp n1, cc av j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cst c-acp d vvb pn31, av d n1 pn31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 64
672 but being rightly practised, it will make such a diuision betwixt our persons and our sinnes, that by the repairing of the Image of God more and more in vs, we shall haue comfortable furtherance in the way to saluation. but being rightly practised, it will make such a division betwixt our Persons and our Sins, that by the repairing of the Image of God more and more in us, we shall have comfortable furtherance in the Way to salvation. cc-acp vbg av-jn vvn, pn31 vmb vvi d dt n1 p-acp po12 n2 cc po12 n2, cst p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 av-dc cc av-dc p-acp pno12, pns12 vmb vhi j n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 64
673 This therefore must not be wanting to him, or scanting in him, that desireth a good conscience. This Therefore must not be wanting to him, or scanting in him, that Desires a good conscience. np1 av vmb xx vbi vvg p-acp pno31, cc vvg p-acp pno31, cst vvz dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 64
674 For where there is no true repentance, there is no true faith; no true faith, no true Christ; For where there is no true Repentance, there is no true faith; no true faith, no true christ; p-acp c-crq pc-acp vbz dx j n1, pc-acp vbz dx j n1; dx j n1, dx j np1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 64
675 no true Christ, no true remission of sinnes; no true christ, no true remission of Sins; dx j np1, dx j n1 pp-f n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 64
676 no true remission of sinnes, no true peace of conscience, grounded vpon the assured sense and inward feeling of the same: no true remission of Sins, no true peace of conscience, grounded upon the assured sense and inward feeling of the same: dx j n1 pp-f n2, dx j n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n1 cc j n-vvg pp-f dt d: (5) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 64
677 But rather the grace of Christ redeeming the loue of the Father electing, and the comfortable fellowship of the holy Ghost quieting the conscience, is farre off from them which continue in their sinnes, But rather the grace of christ redeeming the love of the Father electing, and the comfortable fellowship of the holy Ghost quieting the conscience, is Far off from them which continue in their Sins, cc-acp av-c dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg, cc dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvg dt n1, vbz av-j a-acp p-acp pno32 r-crq vvb p-acp po32 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 64
678 and stand out as rebels in their disobedience against God. The rule is ancient and true, Bona conscientia non stat cum proposito peccandi; and stand out as rebels in their disobedience against God. The Rule is ancient and true, Bona conscientia non stat cum Purpose Peccandi; cc vvb av p-acp n2 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1. dt n1 vbz j cc j, fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (5) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 64
679 a good conscience cannot stand with a purpose of sinning, or with irresolution against sinne, but is armed thorowout with a resolute determination, wittingly and willingly to sinne no more; a good conscience cannot stand with a purpose of sinning, or with irresolution against sin, but is armed throughout with a resolute determination, wittingly and willingly to sin no more; dt j n1 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg, cc p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n1, av-j cc av-j p-acp n1 av-dx av-dc; (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 65
680 accounting it a mockery to cry Peccaui, and mourne for sinnes past, with a meaning to sinne againe in the like; accounting it a mockery to cry Peccaui, and mourn for Sins past, with a meaning to sin again in the like; vvg pn31 dt n1 pc-acp vvi fw-la, cc vvi p-acp n2 j, p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 av p-acp dt j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 65
681 yea, a most ridiculous folly, like to the Shipmans continuall labouring at the pumpe, without any care to mend the leake. yea, a most ridiculous folly, like to the Shipman's continual labouring At the pump, without any care to mend the leak. uh, dt av-ds j n1, av-j p-acp dt ng1 j vvg p-acp dt n1, p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 65
682 Wherefore as we desire to liue in the lawfull peace of an vpright conscience: Wherefore as we desire to live in the lawful peace of an upright conscience: c-crq a-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt av-j n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 65
683 so let it be our chiefest care to inure our selues to the practice of repentance and obedience. so let it be our chiefest care to inure our selves to the practice of Repentance and Obedience. av vvb pn31 vbi po12 js-jn n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 65
684 The practice of which, (to speake briefly of them ioyntly) consists not in pretending, The practice of which, (to speak briefly of them jointly) consists not in pretending, dt n1 pp-f r-crq, (pc-acp vvi av-j pp-f pno32 av-j) vvz xx p-acp vvg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 65
685 as the manner of many is, a good heart, without fruits of amendment, for that is but vanity; as the manner of many is, a good heart, without fruits of amendment, for that is but vanity; c-acp dt n1 pp-f d vbz, dt j n1, p-acp n2 pp-f n1, p-acp d vbz p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 65
686 or in making some outward shew of reformation, without purging the heart and affections, for that is but hypocrisie; or in making Some outward show of Reformation, without purging the heart and affections, for that is but hypocrisy; cc p-acp vvg d j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg dt n1 cc n2, p-acp d vbz p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 65
687 or in exchanging of sinnes, to wit, of prodigality or prophanenesse in youth, for couetousnesse and Popery in age, or in exchanging of Sins, to wit, of prodigality or profaneness in youth, for covetousness and Popery in age, cc p-acp vvg pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi, pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 65
688 for that is but irreligious mockery. for that is but irreligious mockery. p-acp d vbz cc-acp j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 65
689 But in an inward lothing from the heart, and an outward leauing in the course of our life, of all such knowne sinnes wherein we haue formerly liued and delighted; But in an inward loathing from the heart, and an outward leaving in the course of our life, of all such known Sins wherein we have formerly lived and delighted; p-acp p-acp dt j n-vvg p-acp dt n1, cc dt j vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, pp-f d d j-vvn n2 c-crq pns12 vhb av-j vvn cc vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 65
690 and also in an earnest desire of the heart, and constant indeuour in our life and conuersation, to practise all duties of piety & charity, which in our seuerall places and callings are required. and also in an earnest desire of the heart, and constant endeavour in our life and Conversation, to practise all duties of piety & charity, which in our several places and callings Are required. cc av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc j n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq p-acp po12 j n2 cc n2 vbr vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 65
691 Tis not sufficient to put off the old man, to cast away the weapons of darkenesse, This not sufficient to put off the old man, to cast away the weapons of darkness, pn31|vbz xx j p-acp vvd a-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi av dt ng1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 66
692 and to abhorre and remooue what is euill: but we must put on the New man, take vnto vs the Armour of light, and to abhor and remove what is evil: but we must put on the New man, take unto us the Armour of Light, cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi q-crq vbz j-jn: cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1, vvb p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 66
693 and cleaue to that which is good. Tis commendable with the repentant Prodigall, to forsake our former riotous, luxurious, and offensiue liuing, and cleave to that which is good. This commendable with the repentant Prodigal, to forsake our former riotous, luxurious, and offensive living, cc vvb p-acp cst r-crq vbz j. pn31|vbz j p-acp dt j n-jn, pc-acp vvi po12 j j, j, cc j n-vvg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 66
694 and to returne to our Fathers home; for this mends the matter: and to return to our Father's home; for this mends the matter: cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2 av-an; p-acp d vvz dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 66
695 but it is much more comfortable and complete, after the shaking off of the ragges of sinne, to put on the robes of Righteousnesse and Garments of Saluation; but it is much more comfortable and complete, After the shaking off of the rags of sin, to put on the robes of Righteousness and Garments of Salvation; cc-acp pn31 vbz d dc j cc j, p-acp dt n-vvg a-acp pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n2 pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 66
696 for this perfecteth the match, and accomplisheth the marriage betwixt Christ and vs: for this perfecteth the match, and accomplisheth the marriage betwixt christ and us: p-acp d vvz dt n1, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp np1 cc pno12: (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 66
697 and heereby shall we giue testimony to others, and to our selues, and our owne soules, that we are penitent and obedient Christians, and hereby shall we give testimony to Others, and to our selves, and our own Souls, that we Are penitent and obedient Christians, cc av vmb pns12 vvi n1 p-acp n2-jn, cc p-acp po12 n2, cc po12 d n2, cst pns12 vbr j-jn cc j np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 66
698 and so bring wonderfull peace and comfort to our consciences. and so bring wonderful peace and Comfort to our Consciences. cc av vvb j n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 66
699 For when a Christian, inriched with these spirituall graces of true knowledge and faith, shall thus proceed in the carefull practice of these holy duties of repentance and obedience; For when a Christian, enriched with these spiritual graces of true knowledge and faith, shall thus proceed in the careful practice of these holy duties of Repentance and Obedience; p-acp c-crq dt njp, vvn p-acp d j n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1, vmb av vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 66
700 then his conscience, which otherwise would looke sterne vpon him, begins to smile, to speak sweetly to him, to conuerse amiably with him, to clap him on the backe & applaud him, then his conscience, which otherwise would look stern upon him, begins to smile, to speak sweetly to him, to converse amiably with him, to clap him on the back & applaud him, av po31 n1, r-crq av vmd vvi j p-acp pno31, vvz pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc vvi pno31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 66
701 & exceedingly exhilarate and refresh him. & exceedingly exhilarate and refresh him. cc av-vvg vvi cc vvi pno31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 66
702 To which purpose S. Bernard speakes excellently, Vis, O homo, semper epulari, vis nunquam tristis esse? benè viue: To which purpose S. Bernard speaks excellently, Vis, Oh homo, semper Epulari, vis Never tristis esse? benè vive: p-acp r-crq n1 np1 np1 vvz av-j, fw-fr, uh fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la? fw-la j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 66
703 Wilt thou, O man, neuer be sad; wilt thou turne the whole yeere into a merry Christ-tide? liue well then. Wilt thou, Oh man, never be sad; wilt thou turn the Whole year into a merry Christ-tide? live well then. vm2 pns21, uh n1, av-x vbi j; vm2 pns21 vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt j np1? vvb av av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 66
704 Fiat iustitia, saith Saint Austin, & habebis pacem; Eschew euill, and doe good; Fiat iustitia, Says Saint Austin, & habebis pacem; Eschew evil, and do good; n1 fw-la, vvz n1 np1, cc fw-la fw-la; vvb j-jn, cc vdb j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 67
705 and thou needest not seeke peace and ensue it, Psal. 34. for peace will finde thee, and thou Needest not seek peace and ensue it, Psalm 34. for peace will find thee, cc pns21 vv2 xx vvi n1 cc vvi pn31, np1 crd p-acp n1 vmb vvi pno21, (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 67
706 and kisse righteousnesse wheresoeuer shee finds it. and kiss righteousness wheresoever she finds it. cc vvi n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 67
707 Doe Iustice, loue mercy, humble thy selfe, and walke with thy God, as Enoch did, Gen. 5. doing all things as in Gods sight; Doe justice, love mercy, humble thy self, and walk with thy God, as Enoch did, Gen. 5. doing all things as in God's sighed; n1 n1, vvb n1, vvb po21 n1, cc vvi p-acp po21 n1, c-acp np1 vdd, np1 crd vdg d n2 c-acp p-acp ng1 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 67
708 For this is the direct way to the obtaining and maintaining of a conscience comfortably good; For this is the Direct Way to the obtaining and maintaining of a conscience comfortably good; c-acp d vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n-vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1 av-j j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 67
709 the voyce of ioy and deliuerance shall be in the Tabernacles of the righteous, saith the Psalmist, the voice of joy and deliverance shall be in the Tabernacles of the righteous, Says the Psalmist, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j, vvz dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 67
710 and the worke of Iustice shall bring peace and quietnesse, Esa. 32. and it cannot be otherwise, and the work of justice shall bring peace and quietness, Isaiah 32. and it cannot be otherwise, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi n1 cc n1, np1 crd cc pn31 vmbx vbi av, (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 67
711 but that Melchisedec the King of righteousnesse, which walkes sincerely, should also be Prince of Salem, and walke confidently, peaceably, securely. but that Melchizedek the King of righteousness, which walks sincerely, should also be Prince of Salem, and walk confidently, peaceably, securely. cc-acp cst np1 dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz av-j, vmd av vbi n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi av-j, av-j, av-j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 67
712 Synceritas Serenitatis mater est, sine qua tranquillitas omnis, tempestas est: Synceritas Serenitatis mater est, sine qua tranquillitas omnis, Tempestas est: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la: (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 67
713 Sincerity is the mother of true tranquillity, and without it, all carnall rest is as a dangerous Lethargie. Sincerity is the mother of true tranquillity, and without it, all carnal rest is as a dangerous Lethargy. n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc p-acp pn31, d j n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 67
714 Sincerity, as it is of all vertues the girdle, and most acceptable to God, whose vnfained obedience it implyeth, Sincerity, as it is of all Virtues the girdle, and most acceptable to God, whose unfeigned Obedience it Implies, n1, c-acp pn31 vbz pp-f d n2 dt n1, cc av-ds j p-acp np1, rg-crq j n1 pn31 vvz, (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 67
715 so it is most profitable in all dangers, trials, and temptations, to man, whose peace it worketh, so it is most profitable in all dangers, trials, and temptations, to man, whose peace it works, av pn31 vbz av-ds j p-acp d n2, n2, cc n2, p-acp n1, rg-crq n1 pn31 vvz, (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 67
716 and in whom it begetteth a Lyon-like boldnesse, as Salomon speaketh: The righteous is as bold as a Lyon. and in whom it begetteth a Lion-like boldness, as Solomon speaks: The righteous is as bold as a lion. cc p-acp ro-crq pn31 vvz dt j n1, c-acp np1 vvz: dt j vbz a-acp j c-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 67
717 This cannot be put out of countenance by the false accusations of slanderous tongues; it throweth them off, as Paul did the Viper from his hand, vnhurt. This cannot be put out of countenance by the false accusations of slanderous tongues; it throweth them off, as Paul did the Viper from his hand, unhurt. d vmbx vbi vvn av pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j n2; pn31 vvz pno32 a-acp, c-acp np1 vdd dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, j-vvn-u. (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 67
718 This saith with Saint Paul, I passe not for mans iudgement, 1. Cor. 4. and with Iob, Though mine aduersary would write a Booke against mee, I would take it vpon my shoulder, This Says with Saint Paul, I pass not for men judgement, 1. Cor. 4. and with Job, Though mine adversary would write a Book against me, I would take it upon my shoulder, np1 vvz p-acp n1 np1, pns11 vvb xx p-acp ng1 n1, crd np1 crd cc p-acp np1, cs po11 n1 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp pno11, pns11 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp po11 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 68
719 and binde it as a crowne vnto mee. and bind it as a crown unto me. cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno11. (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 68
720 What made Iob so confident? Surely it was the vprightnesse of his heart, his sincere obedience and innocency, which he saith he will hold fast and not forsake, What made Job so confident? Surely it was the uprightness of his heart, his sincere Obedience and innocency, which he Says he will hold fast and not forsake, q-crq vvd np1 av j? np1 pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, po31 j n1 cc n1, r-crq pns31 vvz pns31 vmb vvi av-j cc xx vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 68
721 lest his heart should reprooue him, and his conscience trouble & checke him. lest his heart should reprove him, and his conscience trouble & check him. cs po31 n1 vmd vvi pno31, cc po31 n1 vvi cc vvi pno31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 68
722 Wherefore as hee that will saile safely, must looke as well to the balast of his Ship, as to his sailes: Wherefore as he that will sail safely, must look as well to the ballast of his Ship, as to his sails: c-crq c-acp pns31 cst vmb vvi av-j, vmb vvi c-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp p-acp po31 n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 68
723 So if you will saile safely in the Ship of a good conscience, to the Port and Hauen of heauen; So if you will sail safely in the Ship of a good conscience, to the Port and Haven of heaven; av cs pn22 vmb vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 68
724 you must not onely looke, that there bee soundnesse in your knowledge and faith, which are as sailes hoysted vp to make foorth for the prize; you must not only look, that there be soundness in your knowledge and faith, which Are as sails hoisted up to make forth for the prize; pn22 vmb xx av-j vvi, cst pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp po22 n1 cc n1, r-crq vbr p-acp n2 vvd a-acp pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 68
725 but also that there be sincerity in your repentance and obedience, which are as the soules balast, to moderate her pace, but also that there be sincerity in your Repentance and Obedience, which Are as the Souls ballast, to moderate her pace, cc-acp av cst pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp po22 n1 cc n1, r-crq vbr p-acp dt ng1 n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 68
726 lest shee dash against the Rocks of presumption, and to this end vse that safe and sauing method by a learned Father prescribed; lest she dash against the Rocks of presumption, and to this end use that safe and Saving method by a learned Father prescribed; cs pns31 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc p-acp d n1 vvi d j cc vvg n1 p-acp dt j n1 vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 68
727 When thou art tempted to sinne, set before thee the weight of sinne, the wound of conscience, the wrath of God, which is as a flaming fire, When thou art tempted to sin, Set before thee the weight of sin, the wound of conscience, the wrath of God, which is as a flaming fire, c-crq pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp n1, vvn p-acp pno21 dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz p-acp dt j-vvg n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 68
728 and remember that tribulation and anguish shall be vpon euery soule that sinneth, Rom. 2. And let this be vnto thee a strong bridle, and retentiue from vice; and Remember that tribulation and anguish shall be upon every soul that Sinneth, Rom. 2. And let this be unto thee a strong bridle, and retentive from vice; cc vvb cst n1 cc n1 vmb vbi p-acp d n1 cst vvz, np1 crd cc vvb d vbi p-acp pno21 dt j n1, cc j p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 68
729 and againe, when thou beginnest to bee weary and drowzy in Gods seruice, thinke vpon the blessed recompence of well-doing, and again, when thou beginnest to be weary and drowsy in God's service, think upon the blessed recompense of welldoing, cc av, c-crq pns21 vv2 pc-acp vbi j cc j p-acp ng1 n1, vvb p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 68
730 and consider that to them which by continuance in doing well, seeke glory and honour, there shall be giuen eternall life and immortality; and Consider that to them which by Continuance in doing well, seek glory and honour, there shall be given Eternal life and immortality; cc vvb cst p-acp pno32 r-crq p-acp n1 p-acp vdg av, vvb n1 cc n1, pc-acp vmb vbi vvn j n1 cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 68
731 and let this be a sharpe-pointed spurre and motiue vnto vertue. and let this be a sharp-pointed spur and motive unto virtue. cc vvb d vbi dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 69
732 Be timorous of doing euill and wrong, because it offendeth God, though there were no hell to terrifie thee; Be timorous of doing evil and wrong, Because it offends God, though there were no hell to terrify thee; vbb j pp-f vdg n-jn cc n-jn, c-acp pn31 vvz np1, cs pc-acp vbdr dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno21; (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 69
733 bee studious of executing Iustice, and doing well, because it pleaseth God, though there were no heauen to reward thee. be studious of executing justice, and doing well, Because it Pleases God, though there were no heaven to reward thee. vbb j pp-f vvg n1, cc vdg av, c-acp pn31 vvz np1, cs pc-acp vbdr dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno21. (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 69
734 But because there is a reward in heauen for all well-deeded Christians prepared, and such a reward as is life eternall, Rom. 6. A Kingdome that cannot be shaken, Heb. 12. and an inheritance immortall and vndefiled, 1. Pet. 1. Let intuitus mercedis; the view of this recompence, serue as the hand to winde vp the plummets, to continue the curious clocke-worke of our sincere Christian obedience. But Because there is a reward in heaven for all well-deeded Christians prepared, and such a reward as is life Eternal, Rom. 6. A Kingdom that cannot be shaken, Hebrew 12. and an inheritance immortal and undefiled, 1. Pet. 1. Let intuitus mercedis; the view of this recompense, serve as the hand to wind up the plummets, to continue the curious clockwork of our sincere Christian Obedience. cc-acp c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d j np1 vvd, cc d dt n1 c-acp vbz n1 j, np1 crd dt n1 cst vmbx vbi vvn, np1 crd cc dt n1 j cc j, crd np1 crd vvb fw-la fw-la; dt n1 pp-f d n1, vvb a-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n2, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f po12 j njp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 69
735 Now forasmuch as the sincerity of our Christian obedience consists not only in rectifying our owne courses, and doing good our selues; Now forasmuch as the sincerity of our Christian Obedience consists not only in rectifying our own courses, and doing good our selves; av av c-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 np1 n1 vvz xx av-j p-acp vvg po12 d n2, cc vdg j po12 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 69
736 but also in repressing the euils of the time, & in reforming the irregularities of others, but also in repressing the evils of the time, & in reforming the irregularities of Others, cc-acp av p-acp vvg dt n2-jn pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f n2-jn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 69
737 as much as in vs lyeth: as much as in us lies: c-acp d c-acp p-acp pno12 vvz: (5) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 69
738 Giue mee leaue, I beseech you (Right Honourable, Right Worshipfull) to insist somewhat heereupon, as the occasion requireth; Give me leave, I beseech you (Right Honourable, Right Worshipful) to insist somewhat hereupon, as the occasion requires; vvb pno11 vvi, pns11 vvb pn22 (j-jn j, av-jn j) pc-acp vvi av av, c-acp dt n1 vvz; (5) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 69
739 I come not hither to play a prize, or to vent spleene; But a great doore and effectuall seemes to bee opened vnto me at this time, I come not hither to play a prize, or to vent spleen; But a great door and effectual seems to be opened unto me At this time, pns11 vvb xx av pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi n1; cc-acp dt j n1 cc j vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno11 p-acp d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 69
740 so that if euer I were, with Saint Iohn, in the Spirit on the Lords Day; so that if ever I were, with Saint John, in the Spirit on the lords Day; av cst cs av pns11 vbdr, p-acp n1 np1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 69
741 I trust, Gods Spirit is in me this Day of the Lord, moouing mee thus to speake vnto you, I trust, God's Spirit is in me this Day of the Lord, moving me thus to speak unto you, pns11 vvb, ng1 n1 vbz p-acp pno11 d n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg pno11 av pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, (5) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 69
742 and to complaine that this practical politicall part of Christian obedience, in reproouing and repressing sinne in others, is commonly neglected of all, especially of those whom it doth most concerne, I meane Magistrates, to whom, authority from God and the King is committed, and to complain that this practical political part of Christian Obedience, in reproving and repressing sin in Others, is commonly neglected of all, especially of those whom it does most concern, I mean Magistrates, to whom, Authority from God and the King is committed, cc pc-acp vvi cst d j j n1 pp-f njp n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg n1 p-acp n2-jn, vbz av-j vvn pp-f d, av-j pp-f d r-crq pn31 vdz ds vvi, pns11 vvb n2, p-acp ro-crq, n1 p-acp np1 cc dt n1 vbz vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 70
743 if not with Phineas his zeale, to slay sinners, ipso facto; yet with Moses his courage, to slay sinne in grosse offenders, saluo iure. But alas, if not with Phinehas his zeal, to slay Sinners, ipso facto; yet with Moses his courage, to slay sin in gross offenders, Salvo iure. But alas, cs xx p-acp np1 po31 n1, pc-acp vvi n2, fw-la fw-la; av p-acp np1 po31 n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp j n2, fw-la fw-la. cc-acp uh, (5) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 70
744 how doe many luke-warme neuter-passiue Magistrates now a-dayes slay it? ( aures omnium pulso, conscientias singulorū conuenio; how do many lukewarm neuterpassiue Magistrates now adais slay it? (aures omnium pulso, Conscientias singulorū conuenio; q-crq vdb d j j n2 av n2 vvb pn31? (fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la; (5) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 70
745 that is, I speake to the eares of all in generall, and appeale to the consciences of euery one in particular) Surely euen by being content with it, that is, I speak to the ears of all in general, and appeal to the Consciences of every one in particular) Surely even by being content with it, cst vbz, pns11 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f d p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d crd p-acp j) av-j av p-acp vbg j p-acp pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 70
746 or else by yeelding consent vnto it; or Else by yielding consent unto it; cc av p-acp j-vvg n1 p-acp pn31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 70
747 If it were not so, why then are not the hurts of the daughter Iudah healed? why are not the breaches of this our Sion stopped vp? Is there no balme in Gilead, is there no Physician there? Yes, Physicians there are some, If it were not so, why then Are not the hurts of the daughter Iudah healed? why Are not the Breaches of this our Sion stopped up? Is there no balm in Gilead, is there no physician there? Yes, Physicians there Are Some, cs pn31 vbdr xx av, uh-crq av vbr xx dt n2 pp-f dt n1 np1 vvn? q-crq vbr xx dt n2 pp-f d po12 np1 vvn a-acp? vbz pc-acp dx n1 p-acp np1, vbz pc-acp dx n1 a-acp? uh, n2 a-acp vbr d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 70
748 but the most like to Iobs friends, Physicians of no value; but the most like to Jobs Friends, Physicians of no valve; cc-acp dt av-ds av-j p-acp n2 n2, n2 pp-f dx n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 70
749 Rephaims by name, Zamzummims in deed, Deuter. 2. who wheras by their places and callings they ought to be patrones of peace and piety, Rephaims by name, Zamzummims in deed, Deuter 2. who whereas by their places and callings they ought to be patroness of peace and piety, vvz p-acp n1, np1 p-acp n1, np1 crd q-crq cs p-acp po32 n2 cc n2 pns32 vmd pc-acp vbi n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 70
750 and patternes of temperance and sobriety, and as Leaders of the Vantgard, to stand in the forefront of Gods Battels, against all Canaanites and Canaanitish fashions, which beare sway in Towne & Country; and patterns of temperance and sobriety, and as Leaders of the Vanguard, to stand in the forefront of God's Battles, against all Canaanites and Canaanitish fashions, which bear sway in Town & Country; cc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc c-acp n2 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, p-acp d np2 cc jp n2, r-crq vvb n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 70
751 they either runne a race of like ryot with others, or goe a foraging or boot-haling for themselues, not caring what become of the Ship of State in generall, they either run a raze of like riot with Others, or go a foraging or boot-haling for themselves, not caring what become of the Ship of State in general, pns32 d vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp n2-jn, cc vvi dt vvg cc vvg p-acp px32, xx vvg r-crq vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 70
752 so they may saue themselues in the Pinnace or Cocke-boate of their owne fortunes in particular; so they may save themselves in the Pinnace or Cockboat of their own fortune's in particular; av pns32 vmb vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 d n2 p-acp j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 70
753 not daring to strike one stroke in the warre against Gods enemies. not daring to strike one stroke in the war against God's enemies. xx vvg p-acp vvb crd n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp npg1 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 71
754 Such as are seditious mischiefe-plotting Papists, horrible blasphemers, shamelesse fornicators, incorrigible drunkards, and the like prophane, lewd, licencious liuers; Such as Are seditious mischiefe-plotting Papists, horrible blasphemers, shameless fornicators, incorrigible drunkards, and the like profane, lewd, licentious livers; d c-acp vbr j j njp2, j n2, j n2, j n2, cc dt j j, j, j n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 71
755 not daring, I say, to let them blood with the sharpe Razor of reprehension, much lesse to giue them a downeright blow of condigne punishment for their sinfull presumption. not daring, I say, to let them blood with the sharp Razor of reprehension, much less to give them a downright blow of condign punishment for their sinful presumption. xx vvg, pns11 vvb, pc-acp vvi pno32 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, av-d av-dc pc-acp vvi pno32 dt j n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp po32 j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 71
756 It grieueth me to thinke, and I euen blush to speake, how weakely the sword of Iustice is, by the Paralyticke hands of these meale-mouthed Magistrates, brandished against the friends of Baal, Balaam, and Bacchus too. It grieves me to think, and I even blush to speak, how weakly the sword of justice is, by the Paralytic hands of these mealmouth Magistrates, brandished against the Friends of Baal, balaam, and Bacchus too. pn31 vvz pno11 pc-acp vvi, cc pns11 av vvb pc-acp vvi, c-crq av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d j n2, vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, np1, cc npg1 av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 71
757 Oh then for a Moses in these dayes, to fetch water from the rocke, teares from the eyes, O then for a Moses in these days, to fetch water from the rock, tears from the eyes, uh av p-acp dt np1 p-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, n2 p-acp dt n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 71
758 yea, drops of blood from the hearts of our common drunkards, which carowse mans blood in cans & flagons, yea, drops of blood from the hearts of our Common drunkards, which carouse men blood in cans & flagons, uh, n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 j n2, r-crq vvb n2 n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 71
759 and hardned by impunity, commit daily outrages in Towne and Countrey! and hardened by impunity, commit daily outrages in Town and Country! cc vvn p-acp n1, vvb j n2 p-acp n1 cc n1! (5) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 71
760 Oh for a Phineas, to runne resolutely with the speare of due censure and castigation, thorow the very heart, O for a Phinehas, to run resolutely with the spear of due censure and castigation, thorough the very heart, uh p-acp dt np1, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 cc n1, p-acp dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 71
761 as I may say, of whoredome, and all filthy abomination! as I may say, of whoredom, and all filthy abomination! c-acp pns11 vmb vvi, pp-f n1, cc d j n1! (5) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 71
762 Oh for a Iehu, to march on couragiously in the Lords businesse, against truth-opposing poore-oppressing Ahab and Iezabel, and all other idolatrous enemies of Gods sanctuary! O for a Iehu, to march on courageously in the lords business, against truth-opposing poore-oppressing Ahab and Jezebel, and all other idolatrous enemies of God's sanctuary! uh p-acp dt np1, p-acp vvb a-acp av-j p-acp dt n2 n1, p-acp j j np1 cc np1, cc d j-jn j n2 pp-f npg1 n1! (5) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 71
763 Magna quidem est in illa seueritate pietas, per quam tollitur peccandi libertas; Magna quidem est in illa seueritate pietas, per quam tollitur Peccandi Libertas; fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la n2, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (5) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 71
764 Great godlinesse indeed is shewed in that seuerity, where many by the exemplary punishment of a few, are restrained of their sinfull liberty, &c. Great godliness indeed is showed in that severity, where many by the exemplary punishment of a few, Are restrained of their sinful liberty, etc. j n1 av vbz vvn p-acp d n1, c-crq d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt d, vbr vvn pp-f po32 j n1, av (5) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 72
765 My good Lords, your places of authority, and these exulcerate times of iniquity, require in you Moses his spirit, Phineas his zeale, and Iehu's inuincible fortitude. My good lords, your places of Authority, and these exulcerate times of iniquity, require in you Moses his Spirit, Phinehas his zeal, and Jehu's invincible fortitude. po11 j n2, po22 n2 pp-f n1, cc d vvi n2 pp-f n1, vvb p-acp pn22 np1 po31 n1, np1 po31 n1, cc npg1 j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 72
766 Oh put them all on, as complete armour, sutable to your calling and dignity. O put them all on, as complete armour, suitable to your calling and dignity. uh vvb pno32 d a-acp, c-acp j n1, j p-acp po22 n-vvg cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 72
767 Brandish with heate and courage, the sword of iustice against the very faces of Gods enemies. Brandish with heat and courage, the sword of Justice against the very faces of God's enemies. vvb p-acp n1 cc n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f npg1 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 72
768 Especially, let Romish Iezabel, howsoeuer she be painted, not be spared, tumble her out at window, let Babylons brats no more bee dallyed with, Especially, let Romish Jezebel, howsoever she be painted, not be spared, tumble her out At window, let Babylons brats no more be dallied with, av-j, vvb np1 np1, c-acp pns31 vbb vvn, xx vbi vvn, vvb pno31 av p-acp n1, vvb npg1 n2 av-dx av-dc vbb vvd p-acp, (5) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 72
769 or dandled, but rather dashed in pieces. or dandled, but rather dashed in Pieces. cc vvn, cc-acp av-c vvd p-acp n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 72
770 For they are meditating more mischiefe, and it is to be feared, they will prouide more Powder, For they Are meditating more mischief, and it is to be feared, they will provide more Powder, p-acp pns32 vbr vvg dc n1, cc pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, pns32 vmb vvi dc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 72
771 and poysoned Kniues too, if they bee not fettered and manacled. and poisoned Knives too, if they be not fettered and manacled. cc j-vvn n2 av, cs pns32 vbb xx vvn cc vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 72
772 Yea but they haue now taken the Oath of alleageance, and will do no more hurt. Yea but they have now taken the Oath of allegiance, and will do no more hurt. uh cc-acp pns32 vhb av vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vmb vdi dx dc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 72
773 Yea but according to the rule of the Parthians, they will keepe faith with none, nisi quantum expedit, but as it serues their turne; Yea but according to the Rule of the Parthians, they will keep faith with none, nisi quantum expedit, but as it serves their turn; uh p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, pns32 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pix, fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp c-acp pn31 vvz po32 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 72
774 and therefore looke from them no good: and Therefore look from them no good: cc av vvb p-acp pno32 dx j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 72
775 and as for Oathes, to the most of them they are no other then collars for Munkeyes, which vpon dispensation of superiours, they slip off their neckes at their pleasure, especially if they bee such State-Papists as haue beene inspired with Iesuiticall impostures, whom a Reuerend Father of our Church rightly tearmeth NONLATINALPHABET, the falsest coozeners of the world; and as for Oaths, to the most of them they Are no other then collars for Monkeys, which upon Dispensation of superiors, they slip off their necks At their pleasure, especially if they be such State-Papists as have been inspired with Jesuitical Impostors, whom a Reverend Father of our Church rightly termeth, the falsest cozeners of the world; cc c-acp p-acp n2, p-acp dt ds pp-f pno32 pns32 vbr dx n-jn cs n2 p-acp n2, r-crq p-acp n1 pp-f n2-jn, pns32 vvb a-acp po32 n2 p-acp po32 n1, av-j cs pns32 vbb d j c-acp vhb vbn vvn p-acp j n2, ro-crq dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n1 av-jn vvz, dt js n2 pp-f dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 72
776 NONLATINALPHABET, with whom no bond of nature, consanguinity, alleageance, alliance, affiance, wedlocke, oath, Sacrament standeth good, if they list to dissolue it. , with whom no bound of nature, consanguinity, allegiance, alliance, affiance, wedlock, oath, Sacrament Stands good, if they list to dissolve it. , p-acp ro-crq dx n1 pp-f n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1 vvz j, cs pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 72
777 Dij terrae talem terris auertite pestem. Dij terrae talem terris avertite Pestem. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 73
778 O yee Gods of the earth, purge I beseech you, this Westerne region of the ayre, Oh ye God's of the earth, purge I beseech you, this Western region of the air, uh pn22 n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb pns11 vvb pn22, d j n1 pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 73
779 as much as in you lyeth, of these pestilent exhalations; as much as in you lies, of these pestilent exhalations; c-acp d c-acp p-acp pn22 vvz, pp-f d j n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 73
780 shake not onely the sword of the Law against them, but lay it close home vpon them, shake not only the sword of the Law against them, but lay it close home upon them, vvb xx av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32, cc-acp vvb pn31 av-j av-an p-acp pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 73
781 and let all such as will not doe the Law of God and the King, receiue iudgement without delay, Ezra. 7. and let all such as will not do the Law of God and the King, receive judgement without Delay, Ezra. 7. cc vvb d d c-acp vmb xx vdi dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n1, vvb n1 p-acp n1, np1. crd (5) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 73
782 To conclude, forasmuch (Right Honourable) as your comming forth in Circuit to minister Iustice and Iudgement, is like the comming forth of the foure Angels, Reuel. 7. to whom power was giuen to punish the wicked of the earth, To conclude, forasmuch (Right Honourable) as your coming forth in Circuit to minister justice and Judgement, is like the coming forth of the foure Angels, Revel. 7. to whom power was given to Punish the wicked of the earth, pc-acp vvi, av (j-jn j) p-acp po22 n-vvg av p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, vbz av-j dt n-vvg av pp-f dt crd n2, vvb. crd p-acp ro-crq n1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi dt j pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 73
783 but with this restraint, that Gods Saints and seruants sealed, should not bee touched: but with this restraint, that God's Saints and Servants sealed, should not be touched: cc-acp p-acp d n1, cst npg1 n2 cc n2 vvn, vmd xx vbi vvn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 73
784 or like the arising vp of foure Carpenters, Zech. 1. to cut off the foure hornes which scattered Iudah, that is, all the aduersaries of the Church and Common-wealth, that the people of God might in peace and piety be the better maintained. or like the arising up of foure Carpenters, Zechariah 1. to Cut off the foure horns which scattered Iudah, that is, all the Adversaries of the Church and Commonwealth, that the people of God might in peace and piety be the better maintained. cc av-j dt vvg a-acp pp-f crd n2, np1 crd pc-acp vvi a-acp dt crd n2 r-crq j-vvn np1, cst vbz, d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd p-acp n1 cc n1 vbb dt av-jc vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 73
785 O rowze vp your selues, I beseech you, in the name of God, of the Gospell, of the King and Countrey, O rouse up your selves, I beseech you, in the name of God, of the Gospel, of the King and Country, sy vvi a-acp po22 n2, pns11 vvb pn22, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pp-f dt n1, pp-f dt n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 73
786 and with a zealous conscionable affection, and a constant couragious resolution, shew your selues such Angels, such Carpenters, such Worthies in opposing the violent streame and torrent of these vicious times, and with a zealous conscionable affection, and a constant courageous resolution, show your selves such Angels, such Carpenters, such Worthies in opposing the violent stream and torrent of these vicious times, cc p-acp dt j j n1, cc dt j j n1, vvb po22 n2 d n2, d n2, d n2-j p-acp vvg dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 73
787 and in executing iust and speedy iudgement on all malicious and seditious transgressours of the Lawes of God and the King: and in executing just and speedy judgement on all malicious and seditious transgressors of the Laws of God and the King: cc p-acp vvg j cc j n1 p-acp d j cc j n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 cc dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 73
788 And for a perclose of the premises heerein, exercise the vprightnesse of your conscience, and the sincerity of your conscionable obedience, viz. in cutting off, putting downe, And for a perclose of the premises herein, exercise the uprightness of your conscience, and the sincerity of your conscionable Obedience, viz. in cutting off, putting down, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 av, vvb dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po22 j n1, n1 p-acp vvg a-acp, vvg a-acp, (5) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 74
789 or shutting vp all mischiefe-practising-workers of iniquity, and all mischiefe-plotting seeds-men, and fauourers of Schisme and soule-murthering Popery. or shutting up all mischiefe-practising-workers of iniquity, and all mischiefe-plotting Seeds-men, and favourers of Schism and Soul-murdering Popery. cc vvg a-acp d n2 pp-f n1, cc d j n2, cc n2 pp-f n1 cc j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 74
790 Thus by taking away the wicked from before the King, his Throne in righteousnesse shall bee established, your places of authority shall in their full strength and vertue bee preserued, Gods fierce wrath be turned away, which is imminent on Prince and people, where grosse sinnes passe vnpunished, Thus by taking away the wicked from before the King, his Throne in righteousness shall be established, your places of Authority shall in their full strength and virtue be preserved, God's fierce wrath be turned away, which is imminent on Prince and people, where gross Sins pass unpunished, av p-acp vvg av dt j p-acp p-acp dt n1, po31 n1 p-acp n1 vmb vbi vvn, po22 n2 pp-f n1 vmb p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1 vbi vvn, npg1 j n1 vbi vvn av, r-crq vbz j p-acp n1 cc n1, c-crq j n2 vvi j-vvn-u, (5) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 74
791 and the peace and piety of these quarters of the Land shall more and more bee increased. and the peace and piety of these quarters of the Land shall more and more be increased. cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb n1 cc av-dc vbi vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 74
792 All which, the Lord grant, for his great mercies sake, for his Gospels sake, for his Glories sake, and for his Christs sake; All which, the Lord grant, for his great Mercies sake, for his Gospels sake, for his Glories sake, and for his Christ sake; av-d r-crq, dt n1 vvb, p-acp po31 j ng1 n1, p-acp po31 ng1 n1, p-acp po31 n2 n1, cc p-acp po31 npg1 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 74
793 and so plentifully distill the sweet dewes of his heauenly grace on the high Hill Hermon, and all the Mountaines of Sion, that there may be still a fruitfull watering, and so plentifully distil the sweet dews of his heavenly grace on the high Hill Hermon, and all the Mountains of Sion, that there may be still a fruitful watering, cc av av-j vvi dt j n2 pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp dt j n1 np1, cc d dt n2 pp-f np1, cst a-acp vmb vbi av dt j vvg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 74
794 and ioyfull refreshing of this whole Land of Israel: and joyful refreshing of this Whole Land of Israel: cc j n-vvg pp-f d j-jn n1 pp-f np1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 74
795 and that maugre the mischieuous proiects and practices of the malignant enemies of the Gospell, truth and peace may meet together, righteousnes and mercy kisse each other, in all the quarters thereof, and that maugre the mischievous projects and practices of the malignant enemies of the Gospel, truth and peace may meet together, righteousness and mercy kiss each other, in all the quarters thereof, cc cst p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, n1 cc n1 vmb vvi av, n1 cc n1 vvb d n-jn, p-acp d dt n2 av, (5) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 74
796 as long as the earth rests in her Center, and the heauens continue their restlesse motion. Amen. as long as the earth rests in her Centre, and the heavens continue their restless motion. Amen. c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, cc dt n2 vvb po32 j n1. uh-n. (5) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 74
797 THE CONSCIONABLE CHRISTIAN: Preached at Taunton, Aug. 8. 1620. The Text: THE CONSCIONABLE CHRISTIAN: Preached At Taunton, Aug. 8. 1620. The Text: dt j np1: vvn p-acp np1, np1 crd crd dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 75
798 Acts 24. 16. Heerein I indeuour my selfe, to haue a good conscience alwayes towards God and men. Acts 24. 16. Herein I endeavour my self, to have a good conscience always towards God and men. n2 crd crd av pns11 vvi po11 n1, pc-acp vhi dt j n1 av p-acp np1 cc n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 75
799 RIGHT HONOVRABLE, Rightly regarded and beloued in the Lord Iesus, &c. As good Ionathan, in loue vnto Dauid (whom hee loued as his soule) did shoot three Arrowes of admonition, to driue him the further off from Sauls death-breathing fury: RIGHT HONOURABLE, Rightly regarded and Beloved in the Lord Iesus, etc. As good Ionathan, in love unto David (whom he loved as his soul) did shoot three Arrows of admonition, to driven him the further off from Saul's death-breathing fury: av-jn j, av-jn vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 np1, av p-acp j np1, p-acp n1 p-acp np1 (r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1) vdd vvi crd n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 dt av-jc a-acp p-acp np1 j n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 75
800 So in loue vnto your soules, I am now from the as-yet bent Bow of my Text, to send forth a third Arrow of instruction and direction, to draw you the neerer home to Gods life-giuing fauour. So in love unto your Souls, I am now from the as-yet bent Bow of my Text, to send forth a third Arrow of instruction and direction, to draw you the nearer home to God's life-giving favour. av p-acp n1 p-acp po22 n2, pns11 vbm av p-acp dt j vvn n1 pp-f po11 n1, pc-acp vvi av dt ord n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi pn22 dt jc n1-an p-acp npg1 j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 75
801 Whereof you shall be sure to haue the stronger hold-fast and assurance, by how much the more you indeuour and exercise your selues in this, to haue alwayes a good conscience towards God and men. Whereof you shall be sure to have the Stronger holdfast and assurance, by how much the more you endeavour and exercise your selves in this, to have always a good conscience towards God and men. c-crq pn22 vmb vbi j pc-acp vhi dt jc n1 cc n1, p-acp c-crq av-d dt av-dc pn22 n1 cc vvi po22 n2 p-acp d, pc-acp vhi av dt j n1 p-acp np1 cc n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 76
802 For the care of a good conscience brings comfort in holinesse; and comfort in holinesse, breeds assurance of blessednesse; For the care of a good conscience brings Comfort in holiness; and Comfort in holiness, breeds assurance of blessedness; p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvz n1 p-acp n1; cc n1 p-acp n1, vvz n1 pp-f n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 76
803 and blessed shall you be, if to those diuers Ingredients which concurre to the composition of an vpright conscience, whereof yesterday I spake at large, it shall please you to adde this as the complement of the rest, viz. perseuerance in doing well, and cherishing the vertuous; and blessed shall you be, if to those diverse Ingredients which concur to the composition of an upright conscience, whereof yesterday I spoke At large, it shall please you to add this as the compliment of the rest, viz. perseverance in doing well, and cherishing the virtuous; cc vvn vmb pn22 vbi, cs p-acp d j n2 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-j n1, c-crq av-an pns11 vvd p-acp j, pn31 vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 n1 p-acp vdg av, cc vvg dt j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 76
804 and constant boldnesse in repressing euill, and punishing the vicious wheresoeuer you haue to doe; and constant boldness in repressing evil, and punishing the vicious wheresoever you have to do; cc j n1 p-acp vvg n-jn, cc vvg dt j c-crq pn22 vhb pc-acp vdi; (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 76
805 being as earnest in the pursuit of grosse sinne, as worthy Eleazar was in smiting the Philistines, 2. Sam. 23. and cleauing as fast in your hearts to Gods Word, the warrant of your weldoing in this, being as earnest in the pursuit of gross sin, as worthy Eleazar was in smiting the philistines, 2. Sam. 23. and cleaving as fast in your hearts to God's Word, the warrant of your welldoing in this, vbg a-acp j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, c-acp j np1 vbds p-acp vvg dt njp2, crd np1 crd cc vvg a-acp av-j p-acp po22 n2 p-acp npg1 n1, dt n1 pp-f po22 n-vvg p-acp d, (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 76
806 as his hand claue vnto his sword, the instrument of his well-doing in that. as his hand clave unto his sword, the Instrument of his welldoing in that. c-acp po31 n1 vvd p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d. (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 76
807 What if for your zeale and religious resolution herein, you be sometimes crossed with mischieuous intentions, thwarted by mighty oppositions, wronged by malicious detractions? yet desist not, faint not, feare not; What if for your zeal and religious resolution herein, you be sometime crossed with mischievous intentions, thwarted by mighty oppositions, wronged by malicious detractions? yet desist not, faint not, Fear not; q-crq cs p-acp po22 n1 cc j n1 av, pn22 vbb av vvn p-acp j n2, vvn p-acp j n2, vvn p-acp j n2? av vvb xx, vvb xx, vvb xx; (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 76
808 Regium est, cùm benefeceris, malè audire: It is a princely thing, to heare ill, for doing well. Regium est, cùm benefeceris, malè Audire: It is a princely thing, to hear ill, for doing well. np1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la, n1 vvi: pn31 vbz dt j n1, pc-acp vvi j-jn, p-acp vdg av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 76
809 In which course of well-doing, as I am bound to be a suiter vnto God for you, that your Bow may abide strong, and that your hands and armes may be strengthened by the mighty God of Iacob: So, giue me leaue also, in the name of God, to be a bold sollicitour vnto you, In which course of welldoing, as I am bound to be a suitor unto God for you, that your Bow may abide strong, and that your hands and arms may be strengthened by the mighty God of Iacob: So, give me leave also, in the name of God, to be a bold solicitor unto you, p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns11 vbm vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp pn22, cst po22 n1 vmb vvi j, cc cst po22 n2 cc n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1: av, vvb pno11 vvi av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp pn22, (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 76
810 and for the Gospels sake, which you professe, and are bound by your best actions to beautifie, and for the Gospels sake, which you profess, and Are bound by your best actions to beautify, cc p-acp dt ng1 n1, r-crq pn22 vvb, cc vbr vvn p-acp po22 js n2 pc-acp vvi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 76
811 now the third time to be your humble Monitor and Remembrancer, that according to your places of command and greatnesse, you would therein striue with an holy kind of emulation, the more fully and freely to exercise your goodnesse. now the third time to be your humble Monitor and Remembrancer, that according to your places of command and greatness, you would therein strive with an holy kind of emulation, the more Fully and freely to exercise your Goodness. av dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi po22 j np1 cc n1, cst vvg p-acp po22 n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, pn22 vmd av vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, dt av-dc av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi po22 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 77
812 And as it hath pleased God to indow you with greater meanes, power and ability, And as it hath pleased God to endow you with greater means, power and ability, cc c-acp pn31 vhz vvn np1 pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp jc n2, n1 cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 77
813 so to account it the best Christian policy, by your good workes on earth, to lay vp treasure for your selues in heauen, so to account it the best Christian policy, by your good works on earth, to lay up treasure for your selves in heaven, av pc-acp vvi pn31 dt js np1 n1, p-acp po22 j n2 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp n1 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 77
814 and euery day to bring in somwhat into Gods Exchequer, as the Israelites did to the Tabernacle; and every day to bring in somewhat into God's Exchequer, as the Israelites did to the Tabernacle; cc d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp av p-acp ng1 n1, c-acp dt np2 vdd p-acp dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 77
815 the remembrance whereof may long after, both in life and death, comfort you, and whereof you may say (in singular confidence claiming an especiall interest in Gods fauour, the remembrance whereof may long After, both in life and death, Comfort you, and whereof you may say (in singular confidence claiming an especial Interest in God's favour, dt n1 c-crq vmb av-j a-acp, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, vvb pn22, cc c-crq pn22 vmb vvi (p-acp j n1 vvg dt j n1 p-acp npg1 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 77
816 and expecting the promised recompence) Remember me, O my God, according to this: and expecting the promised recompense) remember me, Oh my God, according to this: cc vvg dt j-vvn n1) vvb pno11, uh po11 np1, vvg p-acp d: (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 77
817 For albeit the glory of God must be the vltimus terminus of our cogitations and actions, For albeit the glory of God must be the Last terminus of our cogitations and actions, c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi dt fw-la fw-la pp-f po12 n2 cc n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 77
818 and the principall motiue of our good workes, and the primum mobile of our obedience; and the principal motive of our good works, and the primum mobile of our Obedience; cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 j n2, cc dt fw-la j pp-f po12 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 77
819 yet in the actions of obedience, whilest we seeke the aduancement of Gods glory in the first place, wee may as a secondary obiect or adiunct, respect our owne commodity, yet in the actions of Obedience, whilst we seek the advancement of God's glory in the First place, we may as a secondary Object or adjunct, respect our own commodity, av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp dt ord n1, pns12 vmb p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, n1 po12 d n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 77
820 and haue an eye to our eternall reward: and have an eye to our Eternal reward: cc vhb dt n1 p-acp po12 j n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 77
821 yea, it is lawfull for euery sanctified Christian (maugre the spirit of contradiction in weaklings or wranglers) whilest he remembreth God in sincere obedience (as Abraham did in sacrificing Isaac; Moses, in guiding, and going before Gods people; yea, it is lawful for every sanctified Christian (maugre the Spirit of contradiction in Weaklings or wranglers) whilst he Remember God in sincere Obedience (as Abraham did in sacrificing Isaac; Moses, in guiding, and going before God's people; uh, pn31 vbz j p-acp d j-vvn np1 (p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2 cc n2) cs pns31 vvz np1 p-acp j n1 (c-acp np1 vdd p-acp vvg np1; np1, p-acp vvg, cc vvg p-acp npg1 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 77
822 Obediah, in relieuing the Lords Prophets; Magdalen, in washing Christs feet; Dorcas, in making garments for poore widowes; Obadiah, in relieving the lords prophets; Magdalen, in washing Christ feet; Dorcas, in making garments for poor Widows; np1, p-acp vvg dt n2 n2; np1, p-acp vvg npg1 n2; np1, p-acp vvg n2 c-acp j n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 77
823 Philemon, in refreshing the bowels of the Saints; Philemon, in refreshing the bowels of the Saints; np1, p-acp j-vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 78
824 and Nehemiah, in doing good to Gods House and his people) to desire God to remember him by a gracious recompence; and Nehemiah, in doing good to God's House and his people) to desire God to Remember him by a gracious recompense; cc np1, p-acp vdg j p-acp npg1 n1 cc po31 n1) pc-acp vvi np1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 78
825 and to say with Nehemiah, Remember me, O my God, concerning this; and to say with Nehemiah, remember me, Oh my God, Concerning this; cc pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, vvb pno11, uh po11 np1, vvg d; (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 78
826 but yet as conscious to himselfe of many imperfections in his best actions, of defects and defaults, either in the end, matter, manner or measure of his obedience, he is, but yet as conscious to himself of many imperfections in his best actions, of defects and defaults, either in the end, matter, manner or measure of his Obedience, he is, p-acp av c-acp j p-acp px31 pp-f d n2 p-acp po31 js n2, pp-f n2 cc n2, av-d p-acp dt n1, n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vbz, (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 78
827 as it followeth in the same place, to supplicate for mercy, and to pray, as there Nehemiah doth, as it follows in the same place, to supplicate for mercy, and to pray, as there Nehemiah does, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt d n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi, c-acp pc-acp np1 vdz, (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 78
828 But pardon me according to thy great mercy. But pardon me according to thy great mercy. cc-acp vvb pno11 vvg p-acp po21 j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 78
829 For as Saint Augustine saith, Nisi Deus per misericordiam parceret, non inueniret quos per iustitiam coronaret: For as Saint Augustine Says, Nisi Deus per misericordiam parceret, non inueniret quos per iustitiam coronaret: p-acp p-acp n1 np1 vvz, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 78
830 Except God should spare vs in mercy, hee should finde none whom hee might crowne in iustice. Except God should spare us in mercy, he should find none whom he might crown in Justice. c-acp np1 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp n1, pns31 vmd vvi pi ro-crq pns31 vmd vvi p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 78
831 But yet in hope and expectation to be crowned in mercy, let vs all, as the Almners of the Almighty, remember daily to doe good in our seuerall callings, according to our ability, to be plentifull in the works of charity, to bee faithfull in the exercises of piety, that so our soules, But yet in hope and expectation to be crowned in mercy, let us all, as the Almoners of the Almighty, Remember daily to do good in our several callings, according to our ability, to be plentiful in the works of charity, to be faithful in the exercises of piety, that so our Souls, p-acp av p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, vvb pno12 d, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn, vvb av-j pc-acp vdi j p-acp po12 j n2, vvg p-acp po12 n1, pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cst av po12 n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 78
832 as fields of sincerity, being euery day more and more charged with the deeds of iustice and mercy, may at length be accomplisht with the Crest and Crowne of eternall glory. as fields of sincerity, being every day more and more charged with the Deeds of Justice and mercy, may At length be accomplished with the Crest and Crown of Eternal glory. c-acp n2 pp-f n1, vbg d n1 av-dc cc av-dc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vmb p-acp n1 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 78
833 To this purpose tendeth the precept and charge of the Apostle, Be not weary of well doing; To this purpose tendeth the precept and charge of the Apostle, Be not weary of well doing; p-acp d n1 vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, vbb xx j pp-f av vdg; (6) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 78
834 for in due time yee shall reape, if you faint not: and that of Chrysostome, Sow with a mind to reape; for in due time ye shall reap, if you faint not: and that of Chrysostom, Sow with a mind to reap; p-acp p-acp j-jn n1 pn22 vmb vvi, cs pn22 vvb xx: cc d pp-f np1, vvb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (6) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 78
835 sight, with a desire to ouercome; conquer, with an expectation to be crowned. Wherein Perseuerance (which Bernard calleth, Sororem patientiae, constantiae filiam, pacis amicam, virtutuni consummationem. sighed, with a desire to overcome; conquer, with an expectation to be crowned. Wherein Perseverance (which Bernard calls, Sororem patientiae, constantiae Daughter, pacis amicam, virtutuni consummationem. n1, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi; vvb, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn. c-crq n1 (r-crq np1 vvz, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la. (6) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 79
836 And another, Talarem tunicam, that long white Robe reaching downe to the feet, which euery good Ioseph must put on: And Another, Talarem tunicam, that long white Robe reaching down to the feet, which every good Ioseph must put on: cc j-jn, fw-la fw-la, cst av-j j-jn n1 vvg a-acp p-acp dt n2, r-crq d j np1 vmb vvi a-acp: (6) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 79
837 and another, The Empresse of vertues, which rewardeth him that runneth, crowneth him that fighteth, bringeth to the hauen him that saileth; and Another, The Empress of Virtues, which Rewardeth him that Runneth, Crowneth him that fights, brings to the Haven him that saileth; cc j-jn, dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vvz pno31 cst vvz, vvz pno31 cst vvz, vvz p-acp dt n1 pno31 cst vvz; (6) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 79
838 without which, obedience hath no reward, a good turne receiues no thankes, and fortitude deserues no glory.) Wherein, I say, perseuerance in well-doing, (which is euery Christian mans duty) in hope and expectation of recompence, (considering our humane infirmity) is commended vnto vs all, without which, Obedience hath no reward, a good turn receives no thanks, and fortitude deserves no glory.) Wherein, I say, perseverance in welldoing, (which is every Christian men duty) in hope and expectation of recompense, (considering our humane infirmity) is commended unto us all, p-acp r-crq, n1 vhz dx n1, dt j n1 vvz dx n2, cc n1 vvz dx n1.) c-crq, pns11 vvb, n1 p-acp n1, (r-crq vbz d np1 ng1 n1) p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (vvg po12 j n1) vbz vvn p-acp pno12 d, (6) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 79
839 and that not onely in our generall calling as we are Christians, but also in our particular vocations, and that not only in our general calling as we Are Christians, but also in our particular vocations, cc cst xx av-j p-acp po12 j n-vvg c-acp pns12 vbr np1, cc-acp av p-acp po12 j n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 79
840 as wee are Magistrates, Ministers, Iudges, Iusticers, or any other inferiour beneficiall Officers in Church or Common-wealth. as we Are Magistrates, Ministers, Judges, Justicers, or any other inferior beneficial Officers in Church or Commonwealth. c-acp pns12 vbr n2, n2, n2, n2, cc d j-jn j-jn j n2 p-acp n1 cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 79
841 So that looking for the reward, not of debt, but of fauour (as Saint Paul speaketh) we are to proceed confidently and constantly in our Christian obedience to the end. So that looking for the reward, not of debt, but of favour (as Saint Paul speaks) we Are to proceed confidently and constantly in our Christian Obedience to the end. av cst vvg p-acp dt n1, xx pp-f n1, cc-acp pp-f n1 (c-acp n1 np1 vvz) pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi av-j cc av-j p-acp po12 np1 n1 p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 79
842 Yea, it is our duty to labour much to liue so; to suffer much to dye so, as constant conscionable Christians ought; Yea, it is our duty to labour much to live so; to suffer much to die so, as constant conscionable Christians ought; uh, pn31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi av-d pc-acp vvi av; pc-acp vvi av-d pc-acp vvi av, c-acp j j np1 vmd; (6) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 79
843 yea, to dye in despight of death couragiously for the maintenance of equity and truth, to raigne so, yea, to die in despite of death courageously for the maintenance of equity and truth, to Reign so, uh, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi av, (6) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 79
844 as constant conscionable Christians vndoubtedly shall. as constant conscionable Christians undoubtedly shall. c-acp j j np1 av-j vmb. (6) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 79
845 Thus if we (Beloued) shall giue all diligence to perseuere in the practice of the generall and particular duties of Christian obedience, wee shall then with daily comfort, taste the sweetnesse of an vpright conscience; Thus if we (beloved) shall give all diligence to persevere in the practice of the general and particular duties of Christian Obedience, we shall then with daily Comfort, taste the sweetness of an upright conscience; av cs pns12 (vvn) vmb vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc j n2 pp-f njp n1, pns12 vmb av p-acp j n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f dt av-j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 80
846 and if we desire and indeuour without dissimulation and hypocrisie, in respect of others, without partiality and defection, in regard of our selues, to walke in the wayes of Gods Commandements, as he hath prescribed; and if we desire and endeavour without dissimulation and hypocrisy, in respect of Others, without partiality and defection, in regard of our selves, to walk in the ways of God's commandments, as he hath prescribed; cc cs pns12 vvb cc vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n2-jn, p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n2, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 80
847 wee shall bee sure to inioy the continuall ioy and peace of a good conscience, without night of desertion, we shall be sure to enjoy the continual joy and peace of a good conscience, without night of desertion, pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 80
848 or eclipse of change and variation, as he hath promised. or eclipse of change and variation, as he hath promised. cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 80
849 To conclude this point, if we (Fathers and brethren) according to the dictate and direction of conscience inlightened and awaked, shall both in the course of our generall conuersation, To conclude this point, if we (Father's and brothers) according to the dictate and direction of conscience enlightened and awaked, shall both in the course of our general Conversation, pc-acp vvi d n1, cs pns12 (n2 cc n2) vvg p-acp dt vvi cc n1 pp-f n1 vvn cc vvn, vmb d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 80
850 and in the offices of our particular vocation, be carefull and faithfull, in louing what God loueth, and in the Offices of our particular vocation, be careful and faithful, in loving what God loves, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 j n1, vbb j cc j, p-acp vvg r-crq np1 vvz, (6) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 80
851 and hating what he hateth, in doing what God commandeth, and eschewing what he forbiddeth, we shall then be both truely holy and happy too. and hating what he hates, in doing what God commands, and Eschewing what he forbiddeth, we shall then be both truly holy and happy too. cc vvg r-crq pns31 vvz, p-acp vdg q-crq np1 vvz, cc vvg r-crq pns31 vvz, pns12 vmb av vbi d av-j j cc j av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 80
852 So shall we be exempt and free, not onely from the crimson-crying sinnes of Iusticewronging Magistrates, soule-staruing Ministers, face-grinding oppressors, truth-betraying witnesses and lurors, sacrilegious rob-Gods, desperate mocke-Preachers, So shall we be exempt and free, not only from the crimson-crying Sins of Iusticewronging Magistrates, soul-starving Ministers, face-grinding Oppressors's, truth-betraying Witnesses and lurors, sacrilegious rob-Gods, desperate mocke-Preachers, av vmb pns12 vbi j cc j, xx av-j p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j-vvg n2, j n2, j n2, j n2 cc n2, j n2, j n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 80
853 and such like flagitious offenders, who with seared and benummed consciences, habituati sunt in malo, & faetent in peccato; and such like flagitious offenders, who with seared and benumbed Consciences, Habitation sunt in Malo, & faetent in Peccato; cc d av-j j n2, r-crq p-acp vvn cc vvn n2, fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la, cc j p-acp n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 80
854 lie stinking in their sinnes, as Lazarus in the graue: lie stinking in their Sins, as Lazarus in the graven: vvb vvg p-acp po32 n2, c-acp np1 p-acp dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 80
855 But also from the common sinnes of wantons, gluttons, lyers, swearers, slanderers, Sabbath-breakers, and the like common sinners, whose large cheuerill consciences dispense with all corruptions and transgressions that are not capitall: But also from the Common Sins of wantons, gluttons, liars, swearers, slanderers, Sabbath breakers, and the like Common Sinners, whose large cheuerill Consciences dispense with all corruptions and transgressions that Are not capital: cc-acp av p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2-jn, n2, n2, n2, n2, n2, cc dt j j n2, rg-crq j n1 n2 vvi p-acp d n2 cc n2 cst vbr xx j: (6) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 81
856 yea, we shall be free by the aforesaid godly care, from the vniust morosity, and causelesse anxiety of scrupulous bird-eyd consciences, which make more Commandements then ten, yea, we shall be free by the aforesaid godly care, from the unjust morosity, and causeless anxiety of scrupulous bird-eyd Consciences, which make more commandments then ten, uh, pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp dt j j n1, p-acp dt j n1, cc j n1 pp-f j j n2, r-crq n1 dc n2 cs crd, (6) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 81
857 and proiect fearefull things, where no feare is: and project fearful things, where no Fear is: cc vvi j n2, c-crq dx n1 vbz: (6) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 81
858 That so our rightly-informed quietacquitting consciences may passe (with Topsaile and Banners displaid, with Flags of defiance to the workes and workers of iniquity) through the waues of this world, to the Harbour of eternall rest, ioy, and felicity. That so our rightly-informed quietacquitting Consciences may pass (with Topsail and Banners displayed, with Flags of defiance to the works and workers of iniquity) through the waves of this world, to the Harbour of Eternal rest, joy, and felicity. cst av po12 j vvg n2 vmb vvi (p-acp n1 cc n2 vvn, p-acp n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1) p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, n1, cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 81
859 With such a cleering-cheering conscience, our Apostle Saint Paul, the worthy Champion of Iesus Christ, sailed couragiously in the angry Adriaticall Sea, With such a cleering-cheering conscience, our Apostle Saint Paul, the worthy Champion of Iesus christ, sailed courageously in the angry Adriacal Sea, p-acp d dt j n1, po12 n1 n1 np1, dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1, vvd av-j p-acp dt j j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 81
860 when the tempestuous Euroclydon raged, and meate and light was for many dayes denyed, and all that were in the Ship besides despaired, telling them confidently, that none of them should perish, when the tempestuous Euroclydon raged, and meat and Light was for many days denied, and all that were in the Ship beside despaired, telling them confidently, that none of them should perish, c-crq dt j np1 vvd, cc n1 cc n1 vbds p-acp d n2 vvn, cc d cst vbdr p-acp dt n1 a-acp vvd, vvg pno32 av-j, cst pix pp-f pno32 vmd vvi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 81
861 but all bee preserued for his sake. but all be preserved for his sake. cc-acp d vbb vvn p-acp po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 81
862 With the wings of such a conscience, when the Iewes thought & spake euill of him, With the wings of such a conscience, when the Iewes Thought & spoke evil of him, p-acp dt n2 pp-f d dt n1, c-crq dt np2 n1 cc vvd j-jn pp-f pno31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 81
863 and plotted mischiefe against him, he as an Eagle, soared aloft, and respecting their forged calumnies, no more then the chitting of Sparrowes or chatting of Pyes, bare himselfe vp brauely aboue the scourges and razors of their tongues, and plotted mischief against him, he as an Eagl, soared aloft, and respecting their forged calumnies, no more then the chitting of Sparrows or chatting of Pies, bore himself up bravely above the scourges and razors of their tongues, cc j-vvn n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 p-acp dt n1, vvd av, cc vvg po32 j-vvn n2, av-dx dc cs dt vvg pp-f n2 cc j-vvg pp-f n2, vvd px31 a-acp av-j p-acp dt vvz cc n2 pp-f po32 n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 81
864 and farre beyond the Sphere of their malignity; and Far beyond the Sphere of their malignity; cc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 81
865 with this Armour of righteousnesse on the right hand, and the left being fitly cladde, he passed through good reports and bad, through many iniuries, indignities, dangers and difficulties, with this Armour of righteousness on the right hand, and the left being fitly clad, he passed through good reports and bad, through many injuries, indignities, dangers and difficulties, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc dt j vbg av-j vvn, pns31 vvd p-acp j n2 cc j, p-acp d n2, n2, n2 cc n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 82
866 as bold as a Lyon, as valiant as Gideon and Samson. A good conscience, like the Arke of Noah, bare him vp aboue the pride and power of all worldly surges and sorrowes, vndaunted, vnappalled; as bold as a lion, as valiant as gideon and samson. A good conscience, like the Ark of Noah, bore him up above the pride and power of all worldly surges and sorrows, undaunted, unappalled; c-acp j c-acp dt n1, c-acp j c-acp np1 cc np1. dt j n1, av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n2 cc n2, j, j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 82
867 so that at midnight in the dungeon, all manacled and fettered as hee was in a wounded skinne, wee find him praying and singing in a whole and merry conscience. so that At midnight in the dungeon, all manacled and fettered as he was in a wounded skin, we find him praying and singing in a Whole and merry conscience. av cst p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, d vvn cc vvn c-acp pns31 vbds p-acp dt j-vvn n1, pns12 vvb pno31 vvg cc vvg p-acp dt j-jn cc j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 82
868 Saul could not be merry without a Musician, Ahab, without Naboths Vineyard, proud Haman, without Mordecais courtesie: Saul could not be merry without a Musician, Ahab, without Naboth's Vineyard, proud Haman, without Mordecais courtesy: np1 vmd xx vbi j p-acp dt n1, np1, p-acp n2 n1, j np1, p-acp np1 n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 82
869 But he that carryeth the true Electuary, exhilarans & laetificans Galeni, of a good conscience about him, he hath selfe-sufficiency, But he that Carrieth the true Electuary, exhilarans & laetificans Galeni, of a good conscience about him, he hath self-sufficiency, cc-acp pns31 cst vvz dt j n1, n2 cc fw-la np1, pp-f dt j n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vhz n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 82
870 and without Musicke, money, lands or honour, is happy still, and merry alone, like to the late inuented Musicall instruments of perpetuall motion, &c. With this Counseller and Comforter in the bosome, to wit, a good conscience, Iacob can sleepe sweetly on a pillow of stone; and without Music, money, Lands or honour, is happy still, and merry alone, like to the late invented Musical Instruments of perpetual motion, etc. With this Counsellor and Comforter in the bosom, to wit, a good conscience, Iacob can sleep sweetly on a pillow of stone; cc p-acp n1, n1, n2 cc n1, vbz j av, cc j av-j, av-j p-acp dt av-j vvd j n2 pp-f j n1, av p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi, dt j n1, np1 vmb vvb av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 82
871 Daniel and his fellowes looke fresh and faire, feeding on pulse alone; daniel and his Fellows look fresh and fair, feeding on pulse alone; np1 cc po31 n2 vvb j cc j, vvg p-acp n1 av-j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 82
872 Iob, in the midst of his paine and pouerty, possessed of this true Diamond, which darted many beames of comfort vpon his soule, challenged his aduersaries to write against him a Booke of slander, Job, in the midst of his pain and poverty, possessed of this true Diamond, which darted many beams of Comfort upon his soul, challenged his Adversaries to write against him a Book of slander, np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, vvn pp-f d j n1, r-crq vvd d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvd po31 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 82
873 and hee would take it vpon his shoulder, & bind it to his head as a Crowne of honour. and he would take it upon his shoulder, & bind it to his head as a Crown of honour. cc pns31 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvb pn31 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 82
874 Heereunto Hezekiah, neere vnto death, hauing recourse for succour, confidently thus saith, I beseech thee, Lord, remember how I haue walked before thee in truth. Hereunto Hezekiah, near unto death, having recourse for succour, confidently thus Says, I beseech thee, Lord, Remember how I have walked before thee in truth. av np1, av-j p-acp n1, vhg n1 p-acp n1, av-j av vvz, pns11 vvb pno21, n1, vvb c-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno21 p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 83
875 By this Anchor-hold, all the children of God, in the midst of manifold temptations and spirituall conuulsions, haue beene euer so mainely sustained, that with Saint Paul, they haue thus constantly resolued; By this Anchorhold, all the children of God, in the midst of manifold temptations and spiritual convulsions, have been ever so mainly sustained, that with Saint Paul, they have thus constantly resolved; p-acp d j, d dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc j n2, vhb vbn av av av-j vvn, cst p-acp n1 np1, pns32 vhb av av-j vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 83
876 Whether wee liue, we liue vnto the Lord; whether we die, we die vnto the Lord; Whither we live, we live unto the Lord; whither we die, we die unto the Lord; cs pns12 vvb, pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1; cs pns12 vvb, pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 83
877 whether we liue therefore or die, wee are the Lords. whither we live Therefore or die, we Are the lords. cs pns12 vvb av cc vvi, pns12 vbr dt n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 83
878 Doe ye then (Men, Fathers, and Brethren) desire to haue in your selues an heauen vpon earth, Do you then (Men, Father's, and Brothers) desire to have in your selves an heaven upon earth, vdb pn22 av (n2, n2, cc n2) vvb pc-acp vhi p-acp po22 n2 dt n1 p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 83
879 and to aspire to an happinesse, independant on the creatures without you? O then indeuour earnestly, and to aspire to an happiness, independent on the creatures without you? O then endeavour earnestly, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, j-jn p-acp dt n2 p-acp pn22? sy av vvi av-j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 83
880 and pursue this one thing aboue other things, viz. the hauing and holding of an vpright conscience within you. and pursue this one thing above other things, viz. the having and holding of an upright conscience within you. cc vvb d crd n1 p-acp j-jn n2, n1 dt j-vvg cc vvg pp-f dt av-j n1 p-acp pn22. (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 83
881 Doe all things as in Gods presence, cherish true sauing-faith, by often hearing and reading of the Word, Do all things as in God's presence, cherish true Saving-faith, by often hearing and reading of the Word, vdb d n2 c-acp p-acp ng1 n1, vvb j n1, p-acp av vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 83
882 and the frequent practice of Prayer and true repentance, inure your selues by religious exercises, to a kind of familiarity with God, that the assurance of his loue in Christ, and the frequent practice of Prayer and true Repentance, inure your selves by religious exercises, to a kind of familiarity with God, that the assurance of his love in christ, cc dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1, vvi po22 n2 p-acp j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, cst dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 83
883 and the comforts thereof be not interrupted, walke carefully in your particular callings, to the glory of God and the common good, auoyding as serpents, couetousnesse and ambition, which make men set their consciences on tenters, and the comforts thereof be not interrupted, walk carefully in your particular callings, to the glory of God and the Common good, avoiding as Serpents, covetousness and ambition, which make men Set their Consciences on tenters, cc dt n2 av vbb xx vvn, vvb av-j p-acp po22 j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt j j, vvg p-acp n2, n1 cc n1, r-crq vvb n2 vvi po32 n2 p-acp n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 83
884 and stretch like cheuerill, and because at the great and generall Assises, sentence shall passe, and stretch like cheuerill, and Because At the great and general Assizes, sentence shall pass, cc vvi av-j n1, cc c-acp p-acp dt j cc j n2, n1 vmb vvi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 83
885 and Iudgement be awarded, according to the things written in the Booke of euery mans conscience; and Judgement be awarded, according to the things written in the Book of every men conscience; cc n1 vbb vvn, vvg p-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d ng1 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 84
886 take we heed that these Bookes of account bee kept vnblurred, vnpolluted, pure and cleane from presumptuous sinnes, which are the cut-throate of the soule, and offensiue in Gods sight. In a word; take we heed that these Books of account be kept vnblurred, unpolluted, pure and clean from presumptuous Sins, which Are the cutthroat of the soul, and offensive in God's sighed. In a word; vvb pns12 n1 cst d n2 pp-f n1 vbi vvn vvn, j, j cc j p-acp j n2, r-crq vbr dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc j p-acp ng1 n1. p-acp dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 84
887 let this be your wish aboue all wishes, and herein make sure worke (come of the rest what will) that by the effusion of Christs Blood for you, let this be your wish above all wishes, and herein make sure work (come of the rest what will) that by the effusion of Christ Blood for you, vvb d vbi po22 n1 p-acp d n2, cc av vvb j n1 (vvn pp-f dt n1 r-crq n1) cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pn22, (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 84
888 and infusion of his Spirit into you, you may inioy this pleasant and peaceable portion of a good conscience, which is more highly to bee esteemed of, and infusion of his Spirit into you, you may enjoy this pleasant and peaceable portion of a good conscience, which is more highly to be esteemed of, cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pn22, pn22 vmb vvi d j cc j n1 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vbz av-dc av-j pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f, (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 84
889 and held at a dearer rate, then the Merchants precious Pearle, for which (as it is in the Parable) he sold all that he had; and held At a Dearer rate, then the Merchant's precious Pearl, for which (as it is in the Parable) he sold all that he had; cc vvd p-acp dt jc-jn n1, cs dt n2 j n1, p-acp r-crq (c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1) pns31 vvd d cst pns31 vhd; (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 84
890 in comparison whereof, the things that are in the worlds eye most aduantageable vnto vs, are to be accounted losse, in comparison whereof, the things that Are in the world's eye most advantageable unto us, Are to be accounted loss, p-acp n1 c-crq, dt n2 cst vbr p-acp dt ng1 n1 av-ds j p-acp pno12, vbr pc-acp vbi vvn n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 84
891 and iudged as dung, that we may win it. and judged as dung, that we may win it. cc vvd p-acp n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 84
892 Let others say, Who wil shew vs any good? Yet, Lord, lift thou vp the light of thy countenance vpon vs. Let others content themselues with a portion in this life, whose bellies thou fillest with thy hid treasure; Let Others say, Who will show us any good? Yet, Lord, lift thou up the Light of thy countenance upon us Let Others content themselves with a portion in this life, whose bellies thou Fillest with thy hid treasure; vvb n2-jn vvb, q-crq vmb vvi pno12 d j? av, n1, vvb pns21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 p-acp pno12 vvb n2-jn vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, rg-crq n2 pns21 vv2 p-acp po21 j-vvn n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 84
893 but let vs (O Lord) behold thy face in righteousnesse, and in the glasse of a good conscience heere on earth: but let us (Oh Lord) behold thy face in righteousness, and in the glass of a good conscience Here on earth: cc-acp vvb pno12 (uh n1) vvb po21 n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 av p-acp n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 84
894 so when we awake in the day of Resurrection, we shall be satisfied with thine Image, rauished with seeing, so when we awake in the day of Resurrection, we shall be satisfied with thine Image, ravished with seeing, av c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po21 n1, vvn p-acp vvg, (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 84
895 and secured for retaining thy glorious presence in heauen. and secured for retaining thy glorious presence in heaven. cc vvn p-acp vvg po21 j n1 p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 84
896 All earthly ioyes and treasures, without this of a good conscience, are but as so many ponderous waights, to giue poize to the soule to sinke it to hell. All earthly Joys and treasures, without this of a good conscience, Are but as so many ponderous weights, to give poize to the soul to sink it to hell. d j n2 cc n2, p-acp d pp-f dt j n1, vbr p-acp c-acp av d j n2, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 84
897 But with this, all outward helpes for present maintenance, are as so many Promooters and Proctors for the future inheritance, giuing vs not onely wings of a Doue or an Eagle, But with this, all outward helps for present maintenance, Are as so many Promoters and Proctors for the future inheritance, giving us not only wings of a Dove or an Eagl, p-acp p-acp d, d j n2 p-acp j n1, vbr a-acp av d n2 cc n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1, vvg pno12 xx j n2 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 85
898 but of an Angel, to ascend into heauen. but of an Angel, to ascend into heaven. cc-acp pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 85
899 With this heauenly treasure then of an vpright conscience, whosoeuer amongst vs (O that there were many such!) is really possessed, to speake plainely in the phrase of the holy Ghost, he is (without controuersie) richly, yea, royally blessed. With this heavenly treasure then of an upright conscience, whosoever among us (Oh that there were many such!) is really possessed, to speak plainly in the phrase of the holy Ghost, he is (without controversy) richly, yea, royally blessed. p-acp d j n1 av pp-f dt av-j n1, r-crq p-acp pno12 (uh cst a-acp vbdr d d!) vbz av-j vvn, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, pns31 vbz (p-acp n1) av-j, uh, av-j vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 85
900 Hee need not enuy the rich Corne-hoorders barnes inlarged, and goods increasing, or the Gluttons purple rayment and delicious feeding, He need not envy the rich Corne-hoorders Barns enlarged, and goods increasing, or the Gluttons purple raiment and delicious feeding, pns31 vvb xx vvi dt j j n2 vvn, cc n2-j vvg, cc dt n2 j-jn n1 cc j n-vvg, (6) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 85
901 or the greatnesse of the greatest Potentate, arrayed in robes of State, powdered with Pearle, and boasting with Nebuchadnezzar, of his power and stately building; No: or the greatness of the greatest Potentate, arrayed in robes of State, powdered with Pearl, and boasting with Nebuchadnezzar, of his power and stately building; No: cc dt n1 pp-f dt js n1, vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp n1, cc vvg p-acp np1, pp-f po31 n1 cc j n-vvg; dx: (6) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 85
902 Hee need not enuy the magnificent pompe, and vsurped Oecumenicall power of that triple-crowned ruffling Priest of Rome (that Meridianus Daemon, as Bernard calls Antichrist) who to giue life to the image of the Beast, seekes, He need not envy the magnificent pomp, and usurped Ecumenical power of that triple-crowned ruffling Priest of Rome (that Meridian Daemon, as Bernard calls Antichrist) who to give life to the image of the Beast, seeks, pns31 vvb xx vvi dt j n1, cc vvd j n1 pp-f cst j j-vvg n1 pp-f np1 (cst np1 n1, p-acp np1 vvz np1) r-crq p-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz, (6) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 85
903 as much as in him lieth, to make the Lord of life, exhaeredem vineae, exhaeredem vitae; as much as in him lies, to make the Lord of life, exhaeredem Vineae, exhaeredem vitae; c-acp d a-acp p-acp pno31 vvz, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la; (6) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 85
904 riding on mens shoulders, treading on Emperours necks, and swimming in his Orcipotent Sea, with the bladders of intolerable pride and insolency. No, no: riding on men's shoulders, treading on emperors necks, and swimming in his Orcipotent Sea, with the bladders of intolerable pride and insolency. No, no: vvg p-acp ng2 n2, vvg p-acp ng1 n2, cc vvg p-acp po31 j n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1. uh-dx, uh-dx: (6) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 85
905 Vix vnius assis — Nec pretio pluris mundana haec omnia ducit; Vix Unius Ashes — Nec Precio Pluris mundana haec omnia Ducit; fw-la fw-la fw-la — fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (6) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 85
906 For carryed in the triumphant Chariot of a cleare conscience, and aduanced farre aboue these painted Pageants of things sublunary and perishing, with Gods leaue and loue he inioyeth a selfe-sufficient happinesse in health and sickenesse, in life and death, and after death euer-induring. For carried in the triumphant Chariot of a clear conscience, and advanced Far above these painted Pageants of things sublunary and perishing, with God's leave and love he Enjoyeth a self-sufficient happiness in health and sickness, in life and death, and After death euer-induring. p-acp vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc vvd av-j p-acp d j-vvn n2 pp-f n2 j cc j-vvg, p-acp ng1 n1 cc n1 pns31 vvz dt j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, cc p-acp n1 j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 86
907 O happy then, and thrice happy we, if as S. Pauls was, so our reioycing and glory bee in the testimony of a good conscience! Oh happy then, and thrice happy we, if as S. Paul's was, so our rejoicing and glory be in the testimony of a good conscience! uh j av, cc av j pns12, cs p-acp n1 npg1 vbds, av po12 vvg cc n1 vbb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1! (6) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 86
908 if in truth wee can doe as in all his tryalls he did, hold foorth this testimony as a shield of defence, if in truth we can do as in all his trials he did, hold forth this testimony as a shield of defence, cs p-acp n1 pns12 vmb vdi c-acp p-acp d po31 n2 pns31 vdd, vvb av d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 86
909 and flag of defiance, against all scandalous imputations and aspersions; if we can truely say as he said; and flag of defiance, against all scandalous imputations and Aspersions; if we can truly say as he said; cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d j n2 cc n2; cs pns12 vmb av-j vvi c-acp pns31 vvd; (6) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 86
910 Wee are assured that we haue a good conscience, desiring in all things to liue honestly, Heb. 13. 18. or duely indeuour, we Are assured that we have a good conscience, desiring in all things to live honestly, Hebrew 13. 18. or duly endeavour, pns12 vbr vvn cst pns12 vhb dt j n1, vvg p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi av-j, np1 crd crd cc av-jn vvi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 86
911 as hee in my Text indeuoured, to haue a good conscience alwayes towards God and men. Which words importing the latitude or extent of a good conscience, in respect of time, as he in my Text endeavoured, to have a good conscience always towards God and men. Which words importing the latitude or extent of a good conscience, in respect of time, c-acp pns31 p-acp po11 n1 vvd, pc-acp vhi dt j n1 av p-acp np1 cc n2. r-crq n2 vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 86
912 and the obiects thereof, come now very fitly to bee handled, wherein I will labour to preuent your wearinesse. and the objects thereof, come now very fitly to be handled, wherein I will labour to prevent your weariness. cc dt n2 av, vvb av av av-j pc-acp vbi vvn, c-crq pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi po22 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 86
913 First, of the time, and duration of the Apostles indeuour and exercise to haue a good conscience, First, of the time, and duration of the Apostles endeavour and exercise to have a good conscience, ord, pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n2 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vhi dt j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 86
914 namely, NONLATINALPHABET Alwayes, being NONLATINALPHABET, as the Scholiast hath it, being in all things euery manner of way (so farre as humane frailty did not let) inoffensiue and vnblameable, indeuouring at all times, through the whole tenor of his life, Non pro vsura exigui temporis, aut pro primis tantum diebus, sed omnibus diebus vitae post conuersionem, as Caluin renders it, to bee vprightly conscionable, conscionably vpright. namely, Always, being, as the Scholiast hath it, being in all things every manner of Way (so Far as humane frailty did not let) inoffensive and unblameable, endeavouring At all times, through the Whole tenor of his life, Non Pro Usura Exigui Temporis, Or Pro Primis Tantum diebus, sed omnibus diebus vitae post conuersionem, as Calvin renders it, to be uprightly conscionable, Conscionably upright. av, av, vbg, c-acp dt av-j vhz pn31, vbg p-acp d n2 d n1 pp-f n1 (av av-j c-acp j n1 vdd xx vvi) j cc j-u, vvg p-acp d n2, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1, fw-fr fw-la fw-es fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp np1 vvz pn31, pc-acp vbi av-j j, av-j av-j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 86
915 So that this word ( Alwayes ) imports constancie and equality, without remissenesse or partiality. So that this word (Always) imports constancy and equality, without remissness or partiality. av cst d n1 (av) vvz n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 87
916 In the life of man and course of his calling, there are many turnings, references, occurrences, opportunities, importunities, and diuers respects; In the life of man and course of his calling, there Are many turnings, references, occurrences, opportunities, importunities, and diverse respects; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg, pc-acp vbr d n2-vvg, n2, n2, n2, n2, cc j n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 87
917 in all which, at euery turne to bee the same man, requires the strength of a good conscience. in all which, At every turn to be the same man, requires the strength of a good conscience. p-acp d r-crq, p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi dt d n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 87
918 A child or weakeling may take two or three steps well, and walke somewhat euenly; A child or weakling may take two or three steps well, and walk somewhat evenly; dt n1 cc n1 vmb vvi crd cc crd n2 av, cc vvi av av-j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 87
919 but to turne hither and thither, vp and downe with actiuenesse and dexterity, and to maintaine the thorow pace or race with settled constancie and alacrity, argues the metall and making of a very strong man. but to turn hither and thither, up and down with activeness and dexterity, and to maintain the thorough pace or raze with settled constancy and alacrity, argues the metal and making of a very strong man. cc-acp pc-acp vvi av cc av, a-acp cc a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp j-vvn n1 cc n1, vvz dt n1 cc vvg pp-f dt j j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 87
920 Such an one was our Apostle in the race of Christianity after his conuersion, as appeareth by his Triumphant Epinichion, 2. Tim. 4. I haue fought a good fight, kept the faith, finished my course, &c. and by his confident protestation, Acts 23. 1. I haue serued God with a good conscience NONLATINALPHABET, thorowout vnto this day. Such an one was our Apostle in the raze of Christianity After his conversion, as appears by his Triumphant Epinichion, 2. Tim. 4. I have fought a good fight, kept the faith, finished my course, etc. and by his confident protestation, Acts 23. 1. I have served God with a good conscience, throughout unto this day. d dt pi vbds po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp vvz p-acp po31 j np1, crd np1 crd pns11 vhb vvn dt j n1, vvd dt n1, vvn po11 n1, av cc p-acp po31 j n1, vvz crd crd pns11 vhb vvd np1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp p-acp d n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 87
921 Alwayes, without stumbling, without offence, as it is in my Text, &c. Which is not so precisely to bee vnderstood, as if he had beene alwayes indowed with an equall good disposition to godly duties, Always, without stumbling, without offence, as it is in my Text, etc. Which is not so precisely to be understood, as if he had been always endowed with an equal good disposition to godly duties, av, p-acp vvg, p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp po11 n1, av r-crq vbz xx av av-j pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vbn av vvn p-acp dt j-jn j n1 p-acp j n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 87
922 and had neuer slipt or slept through humane infirmity; and had never slipped or slept through humane infirmity; cc vhd av vvn cc vvn p-acp j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 87
923 For as the Spouse of Christ confesseth of her selfe, I sleepe, but my heart waketh: For as the Spouse of christ Confesses of her self, I sleep, but my heart waketh: c-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pp-f po31 n1, pns11 vvb, cc-acp po11 n1 vvz: (6) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 87
924 and so condemneth her drowzinesse in the flesh, notwithstanding her watchfulnesse in the Spirit. and so Condemneth her drowzinesse in the Flesh, notwithstanding her watchfulness in the Spirit. cc av vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 87
925 So S. Paul, Rom. 7. complaineth on himselfe, that (in regard of the combate which is betwixt the flesh and the Spirit, in the most Regenerate) he did sometimes the euill hee would not, So S. Paul, Rom. 7. Complaineth on himself, that (in regard of the combat which is betwixt the Flesh and the Spirit, in the most Regenerate) he did sometime the evil he would not, av np1 np1, np1 crd vvz p-acp px31, cst (p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, p-acp dt av-ds vvn) pns31 vdd av dt n-jn pns31 vmd xx, (6) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 88
926 and did not at other times the good hee would, and so was vnwillingly defectiue, through natures frailty and weaknesse, and did not At other times the good he would, and so was unwillingly defective, through nature's frailty and weakness, cc vdd xx p-acp j-jn n2 dt j pns31 vmd, cc av vbds av-j j, p-acp ng1 n1 cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 88
927 but yee not wittingly offensiue, through sins malignity and peruersenes. but ye not wittingly offensive, through Sins malignity and perverseness. cc-acp pn22 xx av-j j, p-acp ng1 n1 cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 88
928 For the power of a good consciēce preserued him so vpright, that as a square Cube, For the power of a good conscience preserved him so upright, that as a square Cube, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvn pno31 av av-j, cst p-acp dt j-jn n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 88
929 or homo quadratus, he was the same, which way soeuer he were turned: to God, or man; to company, or himselfe alone; or homo quadratus, he was the same, which Way soever he were turned: to God, or man; to company, or himself alone; cc fw-la fw-la, pns31 vbds dt d, r-crq n1 av pns31 vbdr vvn: p-acp np1, cc n1; p-acp n1, cc px31 av-j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 88
930 vpon all occasions and occurrences he held his owne, and desired alwayes, in all things, to walke honestly, Heb. 13. 18. upon all occasions and occurrences he held his own, and desired always, in all things, to walk honestly, Hebrew 13. 18. p-acp d n2 cc n2 pns31 vvd po31 d, cc vvd av, p-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi av-j, np1 crd crd (6) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 88
931 It is farre otherwise, God knowes, and experience shewes, in too many now adayes, which haue weake crazy consciences, It is Far otherwise, God knows, and experience shows, in too many now adays, which have weak crazy Consciences, pn31 vbz av-j av, np1 vvz, cc n1 vvz, p-acp av d av av, r-crq vhb j j n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 88
932 and as distempered braines, their turbida & lucida interualla, their good and euill dayes: and as distempered brains, their Turbida & lucida interualla, their good and evil days: cc p-acp j-vvn n2, po32 fw-la cc fw-la fw-la, po32 j cc j-jn n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 88
933 who, like Mercury amongst the Planets, are of a variable constitution, fast and loose, strict in some things, loose in other; who, like Mercury among the Planets, Are of a variable constitution, fast and lose, strict in Some things, lose in other; r-crq, av-j np1 p-acp dt n2, vbr pp-f dt j n1, av-j cc j, j p-acp d n2, vvb p-acp j-jn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 88
934 godly in one company, and prophane in another; vp and downe, off and on, in and out, almost at euery turne; godly in one company, and profane in Another; up and down, off and on, in and out, almost At every turn; j p-acp crd n1, cc vvi p-acp j-jn; a-acp cc a-acp, a-acp cc a-acp, p-acp cc av, av p-acp d n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 88
935 who can indifferently brooke all companies, and conuerse with all manner of persons. If they be ruffians, blasphemers, drunkards, they can play the good fellowes with them. who can indifferently brook all companies, and converse with all manner of Persons. If they be ruffians, blasphemers, drunkards, they can play the good Fellows with them. r-crq vmb av-j vvi d n2, cc vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n2. cs pns32 vbb n2, n2, n2, pns32 vmb vvi dt j n2 p-acp pno32. (6) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 88
936 If they be good men, which feare God, they will discourse of poynts of Religion, and adioyne themselues to their society; If they be good men, which Fear God, they will discourse of points of Religion, and adjoin themselves to their society; cs pns32 vbb j n2, r-crq n1 np1, pns32 vmb vvi pp-f n2 pp-f n1, cc vvi px32 p-acp po32 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 88
937 as if there were good agreement betwixt light and darknesse, righteousnesse and vnrighteousnesse, God in the one, and Belial in the other. as if there were good agreement betwixt Light and darkness, righteousness and unrighteousness, God in the one, and Belial in the other. c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1-u, np1 p-acp dt pi, cc np1 p-acp dt n-jn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 88
938 To speake to the present occasion; To speak to the present occasion; p-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 88
939 In the cause and case of Titius their kinsman, or rich friend and neighbour, they can be precise and peremptorily forward by all meanes to promote it: In the cause and case of Titius their kinsman, or rich friend and neighbour, they can be precise and peremptorily forward by all means to promote it: p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 po32 n1, cc j n1 cc n1, pns32 vmb vbi j cc av-j av-j p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi pn31: (6) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 89
940 But in as good a suite and iust a cause of Sempronius a stranger, or meane-stated-man, they will bee retchlesse and remisse, not caring how hee bee wronged in it. But in as good a suit and just a cause of Sempronius a stranger, or meane-stated-man, they will be retchless and remiss, not caring how he be wronged in it. cc-acp p-acp c-acp j dt n1 cc j dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1, cc n1, pns32 vmb vbi j cc j, xx vvg c-crq pns31 vbb vvn p-acp pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 89
941 I would to God the consciences of more then a good many of our Magistrates were not such; I would to God the Consciences of more then a good many of our Magistrates were not such; pns11 vmd p-acp np1 dt n2 pp-f av-dc cs dt j d pp-f po12 n2 vbdr xx d; (6) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 89
942 but commonly such they are, who though they professe and pretend, that in places of Iudicature they will heare the suites of poore and rich with equall patience and attention, examine and censure all controuersies indifferently without preiudice, partiality, and needlesse protraction; but commonly such they Are, who though they profess and pretend, that in places of Judicature they will hear the suits of poor and rich with equal patience and attention, examine and censure all controversies indifferently without prejudice, partiality, and needless protraction; cc-acp av-j d pns32 vbr, r-crq cs pns32 vvb cc vvi, cst p-acp n2 pp-f n1 pns32 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f j cc j p-acp j-jn n1 cc n1, vvb cc vvi d n2 av-j p-acp n1, n1, cc j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 89
943 yet when it comes to proofe, they prooue farre otherwise, and like in truth to a fishing rod, which standeth straight when a Menow, yet when it comes to proof, they prove Far otherwise, and like in truth to a fishing rod, which Stands straight when a Minnow, av c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp n1, pns32 vvb av-j av, cc av-j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg n1, r-crq vvz av-j c-crq dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 89
944 or Gogin, or smal fish is taken; or Gogin, or small Fish is taken; cc np1, cc j n1 vbz vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 89
945 but boweth and bendeth, and the line sometimes breaketh too, when a Peale or great fish is to be drawne vp: but boweth and bendeth, and the line sometime breaks too, when a Peal or great Fish is to be drawn up: cc-acp vvz cc vvz, cc dt n1 av vvz av, c-crq dt n1 cc j n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp: (6) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 89
946 So when the Law hath canuased and caught a poore man, being persecuted by the rich, then iust Iudgment proceedeth speedily; So when the Law hath canvased and caught a poor man, being persecuted by the rich, then just Judgement Proceedeth speedily; av c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn cc vvn dt j n1, vbg vvn p-acp dt j, av j n1 vvz av-j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 89
947 but when the rich and mighty ones are haply taken in their ouer-takings and lawlesse dealings, but when the rich and mighty ones Are haply taken in their ouer-takings and lawless dealings, cc-acp c-crq dt j cc j pi2 vbr av vvn p-acp po32 j cc j n2-vvg, (6) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 89
948 and brought within compasse of the Lawes censure; and brought within compass of the Laws censure; cc vvd p-acp n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 89
949 then (O cruell pity!) there is much yeelding, bending, bowing, and sometimes breaking too, to free them from the penalty and vigour of the Law, &c. then (Oh cruel pity!) there is much yielding, bending, bowing, and sometime breaking too, to free them from the penalty and vigour of the Law, etc. av (uh j n1!) a-acp vbz d vvg, j-vvg, vvg, cc av vvg av, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, av (6) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 89
950 Neither is this the fault only of some chiefe Magistrates and ministers of iudgement, but the vsuall preuarication of many mercenary Lawyers, Iurors, witnesses, Neither is this the fault only of Some chief Magistrates and Ministers of judgement, but the usual prevarication of many mercenary Lawyers, Jurors, Witnesses, d vbz d dt n1 av-j pp-f d j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f d j-jn n2, n2, n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 90
951 and such like instruments of Iustice, whose weake consciences, at the command of gaine or greatnesse, (as at the view of Medusaes stupifying head) either stretch as Chiuerell in the raine, and such like Instruments of justice, whose weak Consciences, At the command of gain or greatness, (as At the view of Medusaes stupefying head) either stretch as Chiuerell in the rain, cc d j n2 pp-f n1, rg-crq j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 vvg n1) d vvb p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 90
952 or shriuell vp as parchment against the fire, and so giue way, if not warrant, to the works of iniustice, whereby innocency is wronged, good lawes are deluded, godly men dis-heartened, and God himselfe dishonoured. or shriuell up as parchment against the fire, and so give Way, if not warrant, to the works of injustice, whereby innocency is wronged, good laws Are deluded, godly men disheartened, and God himself dishonoured. cc vvb a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av vvb n1, cs xx vvb, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, c-crq n1 vbz vvn, j n2 vbr vvn, j n2 j, cc np1 px31 vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 90
953 And here I could open a mystery of iniquity, and shew quibus apicibus & appendicibus iuris, innocens torquetur à causidico, dum causa torquet nocentem: And Here I could open a mystery of iniquity, and show quibus apicibus & appendicibus iuris, Innocent torquetur à causidico, dum causa torquet nocentem: cc av pns11 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-fr n1, fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la: (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 90
954 that is, with what quirkes and trickes the innocent party is by the Lawyer wrung and put to the worst, notwithstanding the goodnes of his cause, that is, with what quirks and tricks the innocent party is by the Lawyer wrung and put to the worst, notwithstanding the Goodness of his cause, cst vbz, p-acp r-crq n2 cc n2 dt j-jn n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 vvd cc vvn p-acp dt js, c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 90
955 and the Law it selfe hath driuen his aduersary to the wall. and the Law it self hath driven his adversary to the wall. cc dt n1 pn31 n1 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 90
956 Yea, I could iustly inueigh against the dreadfull licence of inferences amongst our English pleaders in cases criminall; Yea, I could justly inveigh against the dreadful licence of inferences among our English pleaders in cases criminal; uh, pns11 vmd av-j vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp po12 jp n2 p-acp n2 j-jn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 90
957 whereby it often comes to passe, that vpon very nice poynts innocents haue bin condemned; whereby it often comes to pass, that upon very Nicaenae points Innocents have been condemned; c-crq pn31 av vvz pc-acp vvi, cst p-acp av j n2 n2-jn vhb vbn vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 90
958 as Edward Earle of Warwick was in Henry the seuenths dayes, and the Duke of Somerset in Henry the sixths, &c. Yea, I could here exhibit a bill of wofull complaint, in the name of many poore, impotent, innocent men and women: as Edward Earl of Warwick was in Henry the sevenths days, and the Duke of Somerset in Henry the sixths, etc. Yea, I could Here exhibit a bill of woeful complaint, in the name of many poor, impotent, innocent men and women: c-acp np1 n1 pp-f np1 vbds p-acp np1 dt ng2 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 dt n2, av uh, pns11 vmd av vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j, j, j-jn n2 cc n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 90
959 First, against those aduocates, which with their Clyents great cost, and their owne small conscience, maintaine contentions, First, against those advocates, which with their Clients great cost, and their own small conscience, maintain contentions, ord, p-acp d n2, r-crq p-acp po32 n2 j n1, cc po32 d j n1, vvb n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 90
960 because contentions maintaine them, and by English delayes, worse then Spanish Strapados, protract their suits in Law, till they bee non-suted of life. Because contentions maintain them, and by English delays, Worse then Spanish Strapados, protract their suits in Law, till they be nonsuited of life. c-acp n2 vvb pno32, cc p-acp jp n2, av-jc cs jp n2, vvb po32 n2 p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vbb j pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 91
961 Secondly, against those Iurates and witnesses, which without heed-taking to their hearts, that they conceiue no malice; Secondly, against those Iurates and Witnesses, which without heed-taking to their hearts, that they conceive no malice; ord, p-acp d n2 cc n2, r-crq p-acp j p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vvb dx n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 91
962 to their hands, that they receiue no bribes; to their eares, that they heare no false accusation; to their hands, that they receive no Bribes; to their ears, that they hear no false accusation; p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vvb dx n2; p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vvb dx j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 91
963 to their eyes, that they see no wrong; to their eyes, that they see no wrong; p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vvb dx n-jn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 91
964 to their feet, that they be not swift to shead blood (as if all these outward senses of the body, to their feet, that they be not swift to shed blood (as if all these outward Senses of the body, p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vbb xx j pc-acp vvi n1 (c-acp cs d d j n2 pp-f dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 91
965 and the inward powers of the soule too were wholly corrupted) doe, without care or conscience, feare of God, and the inward Powers of the soul too were wholly corrupted) doe, without care or conscience, Fear of God, cc dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 av vbdr av-jn vvn) n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, n1 pp-f np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 91
966 or reuerence of man, giue either vniust verdict in the cause, or false euidence against the persons of their brethren and neighbours, or Reverence of man, give either unjust verdict in the cause, or false evidence against the Persons of their brothers and neighbours, cc n1 pp-f n1, vvb d j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 91
967 euen as by their passions they are ouerswayed, or ouerwaighed by the purse, or by their friends intreated, even as by their passion they Are overswayed, or ouerwaighed by the purse, or by their Friends entreated, av c-acp p-acp po32 n2 pns32 vbr vvn, cc vvn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp po32 n2 vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 91
968 or by their fellowes in euill perswaded. or by their Fellows in evil persuaded. cc p-acp po32 n2 p-acp av-jn vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 91
969 These are sores which had need to be lanced, that in time they might bee cured. These Are sores which had need to be lanced, that in time they might be cured. d vbr n2 r-crq vhd n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cst p-acp n1 pns32 vmd vbi vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 91
970 But because your Honours haue proceeded in some degrees of roundnesse against these inormities as you meet with them in your Circuit, resounding onely in your eares what the Smith did in the Lantsgraues, when (he thought him too mild) Durescite durescite, for, immedicabile vulnus-Ense recidendum est, ne pars syncera trahatur. But Because your Honours have proceeded in Some Degrees of roundness against these Infirmities as you meet with them in your Circuit, resounding only in your ears what the Smith did in the Lantsgraues, when (he Thought him too mild) Durescite durescite, for, immedicabile vulnus-Ense recidendum est, ne pars syncera trahatur. cc-acp c-acp po22 ng1 n1 vvd p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2 c-acp pn22 vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp po22 n1, vvg av-j p-acp po22 n2 r-crq dt n1 vdd p-acp dt n2, c-crq (pns31 vvd pno31 av j) fw-la fw-la, p-acp, fw-la j fw-la fw-la, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la. (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 91
971 I here refraine from further agitation of them, or exclamation against them in particular, not ceasing yet to admonish in generall, all such as finde themselues guilty of so corrupt dealings and cursed doings, that they blot out of the booke of conscience, their sinnes by repentance; I Here refrain from further agitation of them, or exclamation against them in particular, not ceasing yet to admonish in general, all such as find themselves guilty of so corrupt dealings and cursed doings, that they blot out of the book of conscience, their Sins by Repentance; pns11 av vvi p-acp jc n1 pp-f pno32, cc n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp j, xx vvg av pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, d d c-acp vvb px32 j pp-f av j n2-vvg cc n-vvn n2-vdg, cst pns32 vvb av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, po32 n2 p-acp n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 92
972 and by vnfained sorrow of humbled contrite hearts, deprecate the iudgements due vnto them for the same; and by unfeigned sorrow of humbled contrite hearts, deprecate the Judgments due unto them for the same; cc p-acp j n1 pp-f j-vvn j n2, vvb dt n2 j-jn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt d; (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 92
973 and for the time to come, beware of doing more harme to a man for a little pelfe, and for the time to come, beware of doing more harm to a man for a little pelf, cc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, vvb pp-f vdg av-dc n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 92
974 then euer they can doe him good againe with all their policy or power. then ever they can do him good again with all their policy or power. av av pns32 vmb vdi pno31 j av p-acp d po32 n1 cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 92
975 Beware of cutting asunder the sinewes of the Common-wealth, and of poysoning the pure breath it drawes, by peruerting Iustice, and abuse of the Lawes. Beware of cutting asunder the sinews of the Commonwealth, and of poisoning the pure breath it draws, by perverting justice, and abuse of the Laws. vvb pp-f vvg av dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f vvg dt j n1 pn31 vvz, p-acp vvg n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 92
976 Take heede by the bloody end of Ahab and his seed, that yee seeke not, vnder colour of Law, to rob your neighbour of his field and life: Take heed by the bloody end of Ahab and his seed, that ye seek not, under colour of Law, to rob your neighbour of his field and life: vvb n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1, cst pn22 vvb xx, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi po22 n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 92
977 For though Naboth thy neighbour be dead, and cannot be reuenged of thee, yet thy conscience, the Lords Ambassadour, will meet thee, For though Naboth thy neighbour be dead, and cannot be revenged of thee, yet thy conscience, the lords Ambassador, will meet thee, c-acp cs np1 po21 n1 vbi j, cc vmbx vbi vvn pp-f pno21, av po21 n1, dt n2 n1, vmb vvi pno21, (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 92
978 as Elias did Ahab, and tell thee, Thou hast sold thy selfe to worke wickednesse abominable, as Elias did Ahab, and tell thee, Thou hast sold thy self to work wickedness abominable, c-acp np1 vdd np1, cc vvb pno21, pns21 vh2 vvn po21 n1 pc-acp vvi n1 j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 92
979 and bring thee tidings of vengeance vnauoydable. and bring thee tidings of vengeance unavoidable. cc vvb pno21 n2 pp-f n1 j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 92
980 Be warned by the tragicall issue of Iudas his treason, that (either to please others, Be warned by the tragical issue of Iudas his treason, that (either to please Others, vbb vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 po31 n1, cst (d p-acp vvb ng2-jn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 92
981 or to profit your selues) yee dare not be agents or instruments of betraying an innocent: or to profit your selves) ye Dare not be agents or Instruments of betraying an innocent: cc pc-acp vvi po22 n2) pn22 vvb xx vbi n2 cc n2 pp-f vvg dt j-jn: (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 92
982 For after the fact, when your conscienences shall (as sooner or later they will) vex and gall you for it, For After the fact, when your conscienences shall (as sooner or later they will) vex and Gall you for it, c-acp p-acp dt n1, c-crq po22 n2 vmb (p-acp av-c cc jc pns32 vmb) vvb cc vvi pn22 p-acp pn31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 92
983 and make your liues more irkesome to you, then the most violent death; and make your lives more irksome to you, then the most violent death; cc vvb po22 n2 av-dc j p-acp pn22, cs dt av-ds j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 92
984 whither will you runne for comfort and reliefe in this agony? will you returne to your great friends, whither will you run for Comfort and relief in this agony? will you return to your great Friends, q-crq vmb pn22 vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1? vmb pn22 vvi p-acp po22 j n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 92
985 for whose pleasure you did it, as Iudas did to the high Priests and Elders for fauour, for whose pleasure you did it, as Iudas did to the high Priests and Elders for favour, p-acp rg-crq n1 pn22 vdd pn31, c-acp np1 vdd p-acp dt j n2 cc n2-jn p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 92
986 when he had sold his Master? Alas, they will reuile you, and leaue you disconsolate; when he had sold his Master? Alas, they will revile you, and leave you disconsolate; c-crq pns31 vhd vvn po31 n1? np1, pns32 vmb vvi pn22, cc vvb pn22 j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 93
987 and when in anguish of spirit you shall confesse as hee did, that you haue sinned in betraying the Innocent, they will desperately reply (as not touched with the sinne themselues procured and hired) What is that to vs? looke thou to it? Hast thou forsworne thy selfe in my cause, thou vnconscionable Iuror? hast thou applyed thy wit and tongue to maintaine and follow my lawlesse suite, thou corrupt Lawyer? Hast thou, and when in anguish of Spirit you shall confess as he did, that you have sinned in betraying the Innocent, they will desperately reply (as not touched with the sin themselves procured and hired) What is that to us? look thou to it? Hast thou forsworn thy self in my cause, thou unconscionable Juror? hast thou applied thy wit and tongue to maintain and follow my lawless suit, thou corrupt Lawyer? Hast thou, cc c-crq p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pns31 vdd, cst pn22 vhb vvn p-acp vvg dt j-jn, pns32 vmb av-j n1 (c-acp xx vvn p-acp dt n1 px32 vvn cc vvn) q-crq vbz d p-acp pno12? vvb pns21 p-acp pn31? vh2 pns21 j-vvn po21 n1 p-acp po11 n1, pns21 j n1? vh2 pns21 vvd po21 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po11 j n1, pns21 j n1? vh2 pns21, (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 93
988 for lucre or fauour, stretcht thy conscience to doe wrong in a matter of forgery, thou false witnesse? What is that to me? looke thou to it? Thus if you deale hollowly with God for mens fauours, you shall finde them in need but hollow friends, yea, miserable comforters. for lucre or favour, stretched thy conscience to do wrong in a matter of forgery, thou false witness? What is that to me? look thou to it? Thus if you deal hollowly with God for men's favours, you shall find them in need but hollow Friends, yea, miserable Comforters. p-acp n1 cc n1, vvn po21 n1 pc-acp vdi n-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns21 j n1? q-crq vbz d p-acp pno11? vvb pns21 p-acp pn31? av cs pn22 vvb av-jn p-acp np1 p-acp ng2 n2, pn22 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn n2, uh, j n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 93
989 Whither next will you betake your selues for succour, for helpe, for remedy? What, to the money, Whither next will you betake your selves for succour, for help, for remedy? What, to the money, c-crq ord n1 pn22 vvi po22 n2 p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1? q-crq, p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 93
990 or worldly benefit gotten by this trechery, or purchased by that villany? Indeed the thirty pieces of siluer, were Iudas his Thamar, the delight of his soule, or worldly benefit got by this treachery, or purchased by that villainy? Indeed the thirty Pieces of silver, were Iudas his Tamar, the delight of his soul, cc j n1 vvn p-acp d n1, cc vvd p-acp d n1? np1 dt crd n2 pp-f n1, vbdr np1 po31 np1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 93
991 and longing of his thoughts, vntill his wickednesse was acted; and longing of his thoughts, until his wickedness was acted; cc vvg pp-f po31 n2, c-acp po31 n1 vbds vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 93
992 but afterwards feeling that hee had dearely bought them, by betraying his Master to death, his credit to detestation, but afterwards feeling that he had dearly bought them, by betraying his Master to death, his credit to detestation, cc-acp av vvg cst pns31 vhd av-jn vvn pno32, p-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp n1, po31 n1 p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 93
993 and his soule to damnation, he tooke no ioy in them, as an execrable thing he abandoned them; and his soul to damnation, he took no joy in them, as an execrable thing he abandoned them; cc po31 n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vvd dx n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp dt j n1 pns31 vvd pno32; (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 93
994 yea, he hated them more then he loued them before, and could not bee quiet till hee had thrust them out at doore, yea, he hated them more then he loved them before, and could not be quiet till he had thrust them out At door, uh, pns31 vvd pno32 n1 av pns31 vvd pno32 a-acp, cc vmd xx vbi j-jn c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pno32 av p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 93
995 as Amnon did Thamar; and cast them downe in the Temple, as the witnesse of his sinne, as Amnon did Tamar; and cast them down in the Temple, as the witness of his sin, c-acp np1 vdd np1; cc vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 93
996 and the burthen of his soule, and so departing hanged himselfe: Dignum opus authore; est dignus & ipse opere. and the burden of his soul, and so departing hanged himself: Dignum opus Author; est Dignus & ipse Opere. cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc av vvg vvd px31: fw-la fw-la n1; fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la. (6) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 94
997 Sith then neither your friends, nor your gaine gotten by guile, nor (to bee briefe) any other worldly hopes or helpes can comfort you; Sith then neither your Friends, nor your gain got by guile, nor (to be brief) any other worldly hope's or helps can Comfort you; a-acp av av-d po22 n2, ccx po22 n1 vvn p-acp n1, ccx (pc-acp vbi j) d j-jn j n2 cc n2 vmb vvi pn22; (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 94
998 but rather will bee corrosiues to you, when your consciences awaked shall sting you for your wrongfull mis-dealings with those in whose matters you haue had to doe; but rather will be corrosives to you, when your Consciences awaked shall sting you for your wrongful mis-dealings with those in whose matters you have had to do; cc-acp av-c vmb vbi n2-jn p-acp pn22, c-crq po22 n2 vvn vmb vvi pn22 p-acp po22 j j p-acp d p-acp rg-crq n2 pn22 vhb vhn pc-acp vdi; (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 94
999 what refuge now remaineth for you? Will you now at last cast fly to God for redresse, in this your distresse? It is likely (such is mans presumption) you will make so bold an aduenture. what refuge now remains for you? Will you now At last cast fly to God for redress, in this your distress? It is likely (such is men presumption) you will make so bold an adventure. r-crq n1 av vvz p-acp pn22? n1 pn22 av p-acp ord vvd vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1, p-acp d po22 n1? pn31 vbz j (d vbz ng1 n1) pn22 vmb vvi av j dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 94
1000 But alas, there can be small hope of aduantage heereby: But alas, there can be small hope of advantage hereby: p-acp uh, pc-acp vmb vbi j n1 pp-f n1 av: (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 94
1001 for God will not so easily bee intreated to pleasure you, sith you haue so easily condiscended in the seruice of the diuell and your owne lusts to displease him: for God will not so Easily be entreated to pleasure you, sith you have so Easily condescended in the service of the Devil and your own Lustiest to displease him: c-acp np1 vmb xx av av-j vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pn22, c-acp pn22 vhb av av-j vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc po22 d n2 pc-acp vvi pno31: (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 94
1002 but as he sent the Israelites in their extremity, to the Idols which they had chosen, saying, Now let them deliuer you: but as he sent the Israelites in their extremity, to the Idols which they had chosen, saying, Now let them deliver you: cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvd dt np2 p-acp po32 n1, p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns32 vhd vvn, vvg, av vvb pno32 vvb pn22: (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 94
1003 So will hee send you to your wicked policies, plots and deuices, which you haue preferred before his counsels and Commandements, So will he send you to your wicked policies, plots and devices, which you have preferred before his Counsels and commandments, av vmb pns31 vvi pn22 p-acp po22 j n2, n2 cc n2, r-crq pn22 vhb vvn p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 94
1004 and bid you seeke helpe (but all in vaine) from them: and bid you seek help (but all in vain) from them: cc vvb pn22 vvb n1 (p-acp d p-acp j) p-acp pno32: (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 94
1005 yea, your owne Monitor in the bosome, will deliuer that fearfull message to you, which Samuel did to Saul, Thou hast forsaken the Lord, yea, your own Monitor in the bosom, will deliver that fearful message to you, which Samuel did to Saul, Thou hast forsaken the Lord, uh, po22 d np1 p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi d j n1 p-acp pn22, r-crq np1 vdd p-acp np1, pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 94
1006 and the Lord hath forsaken thee. and the Lord hath forsaken thee. cc dt n1 vhz vvn pno21. (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 94
1007 You haue said, whilest you were in the pursuit of your sinnes, to the Holy one of Israel, Depart from vs, we desire not the knowledge of thy wayes. You have said, whilst you were in the pursuit of your Sins, to the Holy one of Israel, Depart from us, we desire not the knowledge of thy ways. pn22 vhb vvn, cs pn22 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, p-acp dt j pi pp-f np1, vvb p-acp pno12, pns12 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f po21 n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 94
1008 Therfore, now when the horrour of your sinnes vnrepented pursueth you, he will be euen with you, Therefore, now when the horror of your Sins unrepented pursueth you, he will be even with you, av, av c-crq dt n1 pp-f po22 ng1 n1 vvz pn22, pns31 vmb vbi av p-acp pn22, (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 95
1009 and say, Depart from me, ye workers of iniquity, I know you not. and say, Depart from me, you workers of iniquity, I know you not. cc vvi, vvb p-acp pno11, pn22 n2 pp-f n1, pns11 vvb pn22 xx. (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 95
1010 O consider this in your owne soules, and refuse not in time to bee made wise for your selues! Oh Consider this in your own Souls, and refuse not in time to be made wise for your selves! uh vvb d p-acp po22 d n2, cc vvb xx p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn j p-acp po22 n2! (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 95
1011 Hearken to the counsell of Iesus the sonne of Syrach: Say not, O man, thus and thus haue I done, Harken to the counsel of Iesus the son of Sirach: Say not, Oh man, thus and thus have I done, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f np1: vvb xx, uh n1, av cc av vhb pns11 vdn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 95
1012 and yet no euill hath come vnto me; for though the Almighty bee a patient rewarder, yet he will not leaue thee vnpunished: and yet no evil hath come unto me; for though the Almighty be a patient rewarder, yet he will not leave thee unpunished: cc av dx n-jn vhz vvn p-acp pno11; c-acp cs dt j-jn vbi dt j n1, av pns31 vmb xx vvi pno21 j: (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 95
1013 neither say, I haue enough for my life, I haue strength, and who will bring me vnder for my workes? for God the auenger will reuenge the wrongs done by thee. neither say, I have enough for my life, I have strength, and who will bring me under for my works? for God the avenger will revenge the wrongs done by thee. av-dx vvb, pns11 vhb av-d p-acp po11 n1, pns11 vhb n1, cc r-crq vmb vvi pno11 p-acp p-acp po11 n2? p-acp np1 dt n1 vmb vvi dt n2-jn vdn p-acp pno21. (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 95
1014 And although haply thou art so in grace with the greatest, and so eminent in place and authority, that thou thinkest the persons by thee wronged, dare not lift vp a finger against thee; And although haply thou art so in grace with the greatest, and so eminent in place and Authority, that thou Thinkest the Persons by thee wronged, Dare not lift up a finger against thee; cc cs av pns21 vb2r av p-acp n1 p-acp dt js, cc av j p-acp n1 cc n1, cst pns21 vv2 dt n2 p-acp pno21 vvn, vvb xx vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp pno21; (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 95
1015 yet for all thy security, thou knowest not how neere thou art to ruine and misery: yet for all thy security, thou Knowest not how near thou art to ruin and misery: av p-acp d po21 n1, pns21 vv2 xx c-crq av-j pns21 vb2r pc-acp vvi cc n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 95
1016 For the wronged innocents, besides a good and iust King on earth, haue also a rightfull Defender in heauen, For the wronged Innocents, beside a good and just King on earth, have also a rightful Defender in heaven, c-acp dt j-vvn n2-jn, p-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp n1, vhb av dt j n1 p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 95
1017 and such an one as hath NONLATINALPHABET, a reuenging eye and hand too, who will one day take the matters of the fatherlesse, widowes, and such an one as hath, a revenging eye and hand too, who will one day take the matters of the fatherless, Widows, cc d dt pi a-acp vhz, dt j-vvg n1 cc n1 av, r-crq vmb crd n1 vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j, n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 95
1018 and poore Innocents into his owne hands, when there shall be a new inquest; and poor Innocents into his own hands, when there shall be a new inquest; cc j n2-jn p-acp po31 d n2, c-crq a-acp vmb vbi dt j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 95
1019 and what hath bin heere put off, shuffled vp, and partially iudged, shall then be sentenced and iudged againe, together with the Iudges, Counsellours, Iurors, and all inferiour Officers themselues: and what hath been Here put off, shuffled up, and partially judged, shall then be sentenced and judged again, together with the Judges, Counsellors, Jurors, and all inferior Officers themselves: cc q-crq vhz vbn av vvn a-acp, vvn a-acp, cc av-j vvn, vmb av vbi vvn cc vvn av, av p-acp dt n2, n2, n2, cc d j-jn n2 px32: (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 95
1020 And as they, or any of them haue sowne in hardnesse of heart, so shall they reape in horrour of conscience, & quorum oculos culpa clausit, poena aperiet: And as they, or any of them have sown in hardness of heart, so shall they reap in horror of conscience, & quorum Eyes culpa clausit, poena aperiet: cc c-acp pns32, cc d pp-f pno32 vhb vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1, av vmb pns32 vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la: (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 96
1021 and as they haue liued vnconscionably by the Law, so shall they dye vncomfortably without Gospell. and as they have lived unconscionably by the Law, so shall they die uncomfortably without Gospel. cc c-acp pns32 vhb vvn av-j p-acp dt n1, av vmb pns32 vvi av-j p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 96
1022 Yea, lest any obdurate forehead, whose resolution can laugh his sinnes out of countenance; Yea, lest any obdurate forehead, whose resolution can laugh his Sins out of countenance; uh, cs d j n1, rg-crq n1 vmb vvi po31 n2 av pp-f n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 96
1023 or any wilfull peruerter of Iudgment, and persecutor of the poore and impotent, should prophanely thinke, that God hath lost his power, or any wilful perverter of Judgement, and persecutor of the poor and impotent, should profanely think, that God hath lost his power, cc d j n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f dt j cc j, vmd av-j vvi, cst np1 vhz vvn po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 96
1024 or left his prouidence, because he doth not presently execute Iudgement on an euill worke: or left his providence, Because he does not presently execute Judgement on an evil work: cc vvd po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 96
1025 Nouerint vniuersi: Be it knowne to all such workers of euill, that euen in this life God will right or reuenge the iniuries and indignities of his poore oppressed distressed ones; Nouerint vniuersi: Be it known to all such workers of evil, that even in this life God will right or revenge the injuries and indignities of his poor oppressed distressed ones; fw-la fw-la: vbb pn31 vvn p-acp d d n2 pp-f n-jn, cst av-j p-acp d n1 np1 vmb vvi cc vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 j j-vvn j-vvn pi2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 96
1026 and when, in the anguish of their soules, they shall cry vnto him, Exurgat Deus, Psal. 68. Let God arise: and when, in the anguish of their Souls, they shall cry unto him, Exurgat Deus, Psalm 68. Let God arise: cc c-crq, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, fw-la fw-la, np1 crd vvb np1 vvi: (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 96
1027 He, with an Ecchoes readinesse will reply, Surgam, Psal. 12. I will arise. He, with an Echoes readiness will reply, Surgam, Psalm 12. I will arise. pns31, p-acp dt vvz n1 vmb vvi, np1, np1 crd pns11 vmb vvi. (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 96
1028 For the oppression of the needy, & the sighes of the poore I will vp (saith the Lord) and deliuer them. For the oppression of the needy, & the sighs of the poor I will up (Says the Lord) and deliver them. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc dt n2 pp-f dt j pns11 vmb a-acp (vvz dt n1) cc vvi pno32. (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 96
1029 Yea, though the poore-oppressed swallow vp their griefe in silence, & cry not for vengeance, Yea, though the poore-oppressed swallow up their grief in silence, & cry not for vengeance, uh, cs dt j n1 a-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1, cc vvb xx p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 96
1030 yet res ipsa clamabit, the hire of the labourers detained, Iam. 5. The blood of Abel and Naboth spilled, 1. King. 21. The stone and beame, by fraud and violence placed in the house of the mighty oppressour, shall cry out for vengeance against him, who hath made his field Acheldama, and his house Golgotha (building it with the goods of the poore, painting it with the blood of the poore, yet Rest ipsa clamabit, the hire of the labourers detained, Iam. 5. The blood of Abel and Naboth spilled, 1. King. 21. The stone and beam, by fraud and violence placed in the house of the mighty oppressor, shall cry out for vengeance against him, who hath made his field Acheldama, and his house Golgotha (building it with the goods of the poor, painting it with the blood of the poor, av fw-la fw-la fw-la, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvn, np1 crd dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1 vvn, crd n1. crd dt n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vmb vvi av p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq vhz vvn po31 n1 np1, cc po31 n1 np1 (vvg pn31 p-acp dt n2-j pp-f dt j, vvg pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 96
1031 and hanging it about with the skinnes of the poore, and (as I may say) vnderpropping it with the bones of the poore.) And surely God shall be auenged on him, and hanging it about with the skins of the poor, and (as I may say) underpropping it with the bones of the poor.) And surely God shall be avenged on him, cc vvg pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j, cc (c-acp pns11 vmb vvi) n-vvg pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j.) cc av-j np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 97
1032 as hee was on Cain, Ahab, Iezabel; as he was on Cain, Ahab, Jezebel; c-acp pns31 vbds p-acp np1, np1, np1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 97
1033 and not onely auenged on the great and mighty ill-man himselfe (who hath discharged conscience from comming vpon his ground, and not only avenged on the great and mighty ill-man himself (who hath discharged conscience from coming upon his ground, cc xx av-j vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1 px31 (r-crq vhz vvn n1 p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 97
1034 and sacrilegiously intrudes himselfe on Church Demaines, and fleshed therein, runnes with open mouth on the Commons of the Countrey) but also on all such vniust Magistrates, * suborned Witnesses, corrupt Iurors, truth-outfacing Lawyers, cruell vnder-Sheriffes, and sacrilegiously intrudes himself on Church Domains, and fleshed therein, runs with open Mouth on the Commons of the Country) but also on all such unjust Magistrates, * suborned Witnesses, corrupt Jurors, truth-outfacing Lawyers, cruel vnder-Sheriffes, cc av-j vvz px31 p-acp n1 vvz, cc vvn av, vvz p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1) cc-acp av p-acp d d j n2, * vvn n2, j n2, j n2, j n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 97
1035 and cunning Sollicitors, as haue assisted him in his bloody conquest, and triumph ouer his harmelesse, helpelesse, distressed Minister, Tenant, neighbour. and cunning Solicitors, as have assisted him in his bloody conquest, and triumph over his harmless, helpless, distressed Minister, Tenant, neighbour. cc j-jn n2, c-acp vhb vvn pno31 p-acp po31 j n1, cc vvi p-acp po31 j, j, j-vvn n1, n1, n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 97
1036 Yea, more then so, in the 26. of Leuit. and 28. of Deut. you shall finde a large patrimony of fearefull plagues entayled to the very posterity of all vnconscionable peruerters of iudgement, persecuters of the innocent, Yea, more then so, in the 26. of Levites and 28. of Deuteronomy you shall find a large patrimony of fearful plagues entailed to the very posterity of all unconscionable perverters of judgement, persecuters of the innocent, uh, av-dc cs av, p-acp dt crd pp-f np1 cc crd pp-f np1 pn22 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f j n2 vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d j n2 pp-f n1, n2 pp-f dt j-jn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 97
1037 and practisers of violence or villany, and as well the Authours as Actors, the Plotters as Practisers of mischiefe, shall come to extreme misery. and practisers of violence or villainy, and as well the Authors as Actors, the Plotters as Practisers of mischief, shall come to extreme misery. cc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc c-acp av dt n2 p-acp n2, dt n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, vmb vvi p-acp j-jn n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 97
1038 The mouth of the Lord hath spoken it, and his hands will bring it to passe. The Mouth of the Lord hath spoken it, and his hands will bring it to pass. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhz vvn pn31, cc po31 n2 vmb vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi. (6) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 97
1039 O heare then and feare this, all ye that are, or haue beene any way imbarked in such iniquity, breake off your sinnes by repentance, Oh hear then and Fear this, all you that Are, or have been any Way embarked in such iniquity, break off your Sins by Repentance, uh vvb av cc vvb d, d pn22 cst vbr, cc vhb vbn d n1 vvd p-acp d n1, vvb a-acp po22 n2 p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 97
1040 and renew your reconciliation with God, by remoouing and disclaiming the matter of controuersie betwixt him and you, and renew your reconciliation with God, by removing and disclaiming the matter of controversy betwixt him and you, cc vvb po22 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp vvg cc vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31 cc pn22, (6) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 97
1041 and in all causes criminall and controuersiall, which shall passe thorow your hands, or come to your hearing, euidencing, and in all Causes criminal and controversial, which shall pass thorough your hands, or come to your hearing, evidencing, cc p-acp d n2 j-jn cc j, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp po22 n2, cc vvb p-acp po22 n-vvg, j-vvg, (6) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 98
1042 and sentencing heereafter, learne and labour to haue and discharge a better conscience then you haue done heretofore. and sentencing hereafter, Learn and labour to have and discharge a better conscience then you have done heretofore. cc vvg av, vvb cc vvi pc-acp vhi cc vvi dt jc n1 cs pn22 vhb vdn av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 98
1043 Whilst the Flood-gate of Gods loue is opened, and his mercy stands and knockes at your gates for amendment, be intreated, While the Floodgate of God's love is opened, and his mercy Stands and knocks At your gates for amendment, be entreated, cs dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbz vvn, cc po31 n1 vvz cc vvz p-acp po22 n2 p-acp n1, vbb vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 98
1044 lest otherwise Iudgement lay siege to your houses and hearts too, and with terrour of minde you bee constrained to doe iustly: lest otherwise Judgement lay siege to your houses and hearts too, and with terror of mind you be constrained to do justly: cs av n1 vvd n1 p-acp po22 n2 cc n2 av, cc p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pn22 vbb vvn pc-acp vdi av-j: (6) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 98
1045 be iealous ouer your selues, with a godly iealousie; be jealous over your selves, with a godly jealousy; vbb j p-acp po22 n2, p-acp dt j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 98
1046 be suspicious of your owne desires, of the customes of the times, of the policies of the world, be suspicious of your own Desires, of the customs of the times, of the policies of the world, vbb j pp-f po22 d n2, pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n2, pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 98
1047 and of those sinfull baites which Satan couers cunningly, that the hooke of insuing dangers may not be seene, and of those sinful baits which Satan covers cunningly, that the hook of ensuing dangers may not be seen, cc pp-f d j n2 r-crq np1 vvz av-jn, cst dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n2 vmb xx vbi vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 98
1048 and let none of them intice you to say thus vnto your soule, Goe to now, and let none of them entice you to say thus unto your soul, Go to now, cc vvb pix pp-f pno32 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi av p-acp po22 n1, vvb p-acp av, (6) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 98
1049 for this once let such a man in such a matter be gratified, though against equity: for this once let such a man in such a matter be gratified, though against equity: c-acp d c-acp vvb d dt n1 p-acp d dt n1 vbi vvn, cs p-acp n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 98
1050 but in the point of Iustice, shew your selues strict and rigorous, inflexible, inexorable, like to that Roman Cato, à quo nemo rem iniustam petere audebat: or Fabritius, qui nec audire nec videre quicquam turpe sustinebat; but in the point of justice, show your selves strict and rigorous, inflexible, inexorable, like to that Roman Cato, à quo nemo remembering iniustam Peter audebat: or Fabritius, qui nec Audire nec To see quicquam Turpe sustinebat; cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb po22 n2 j cc j, j, j, av-j p-acp cst np1 np1, fw-fr fw-la np1 vvg fw-la fw-la fw-la: cc np1, fw-la fw-la vvi fw-la fw-la fw-la vvb fw-la; (6) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 98
1051 and with a full and free-hearted renunciation of all iniustice, wrong, and violence. and with a full and freehearted renunciation of all injustice, wrong, and violence. cc p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f d n1, vvb, cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 98
1052 Herein seriously exercise your selues to haue and keepe Alwayes, euery day, and in euery action of the day, in all places, high or low, publike or priuate, in all cases of rich or poore, great or small, a good and vpright conscience. Herein seriously exercise your selves to have and keep Always, every day, and in every actium of the day, in all places, high or low, public or private, in all cases of rich or poor, great or small, a good and upright conscience. av av-j vvi po22 n2 pc-acp vhi cc vvi av, d n1, cc p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp d n2, j cc j, j cc j, p-acp d n2 pp-f j cc j, j cc j, dt j cc av-j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 98
1053 It was S. Pauls Crowne of reioycing, that he could truely say, I haue wronged no man, corrupted no man, defrauded no man; It was S. Paul's Crown of rejoicing, that he could truly say, I have wronged no man, corrupted no man, defrauded no man; pn31 vbds np1 npg1 n1 pp-f vvg, cst pns31 vmd av-j vvi, pns11 vhb vvn dx n1, vvd dx n1, vvd dx n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 98
1054 and it was Samuels comfort, that he could cleere himselfe, and that the people with free acclamation did cleere and acquit him from all iniquity, 1. Sam. 12. And it was likewise the very ioy of Moses heart, that he could affirme confidently, he had done no man hurt, Num. 16. 〈 ◊ 〉. and it was Samuels Comfort, that he could clear himself, and that the people with free acclamation did clear and acquit him from all iniquity, 1. Sam. 12. And it was likewise the very joy of Moses heart, that he could affirm confidently, he had done no man hurt, Num. 16. 〈 ◊ 〉. cc pn31 vbds np1 n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi px31, cc cst dt n1 p-acp j n1 vdd vvi cc vvi pno31 p-acp d n1, crd np1 crd cc pn31 vbds av dt j n1 pp-f np1 n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi av-j, pns31 vhd vdn dx n1 vvi, np1 crd 〈 sy 〉. (6) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 99
1055 And doubtlesse, this also will be a singular solace to your soules, and an heauen to your hearts (Fathers and Brethren) when you shall lie on your beds sickly, And doubtless, this also will be a singular solace to your Souls, and an heaven to your hearts (Father's and Brothers) when you shall lie on your Beds sickly, cc av-j, d av vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp po22 n2, cc dt n1 p-acp po22 n2 (n2 cc n2) c-crq pn22 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n2 j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 99
1056 or in health conferre with your soules secretly, that (howsoeuer you may be otherwise traduced, or in health confer with your Souls secretly, that (howsoever you may be otherwise traduced, cc p-acp n1 vvi p-acp po22 n2 av-jn, cst (c-acp pn22 vmb vbi av vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 99
1057 as Moses by the sonnes of Belial was vniustly charged) yet you can wash your hands with Dauid in innocency, and your consciences can tell you, without lying or flattery, that you haue wittingly wronged no man, defrauded no man, beene corrupted by no man. as Moses by the Sons of Belial was unjustly charged) yet you can wash your hands with David in innocency, and your Consciences can tell you, without lying or flattery, that you have wittingly wronged no man, defrauded no man, been corrupted by no man. c-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vbds av-j vvn) av pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2 p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc po22 n2 vmb vvi pn22, p-acp vvg cc n1, cst pn22 vhb av-j vvd av-dx n1, vvd dx n1, vbn vvn p-acp dx n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 99
1058 Which comfortable testimony of a good conscience, that you (Right Honourable, and Right Worshipful) may Alwayes haue and hold, (to come once more with a fresh charge vpon your soules) mine humble admonition, proceeding from vnfained affection, shall be this, That sith the Lord knoweth your downe-sitting and vp-rising, Which comfortable testimony of a good conscience, that you (Right Honourable, and Right Worshipful) may Always have and hold, (to come once more with a fresh charge upon your Souls) mine humble admonition, proceeding from unfeigned affection, shall be this, That sith the Lord Knoweth your downsit and uprising, r-crq j n1 pp-f dt j n1, cst pn22 (j-jn j, cc j-jn j) vmb av vhb cc n1, (pc-acp vvi a-acp av-dc p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po22 n2) po11 j n1, vvg p-acp j n1, vmb vbi d, cst c-acp dt n1 vvz po22 j cc j-vvg, (6) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 99
1059 and your thoughts long before, and is (together with his Deputy conscience) priuie to all your wayes and workes, (all things being naked before him with whom we haue to doe, and your thoughts long before, and is (together with his Deputy conscience) privy to all your ways and works, (all things being naked before him with whom we have to do, cc po22 n2 av-j a-acp, cc vbz (av p-acp po31 n1 n1) j p-acp d po22 n2 cc n2, (d n2 vbg j p-acp pno31 p-acp ro-crq pns12 vhb pc-acp vdi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 99
1060 as the Apostle speaketh, Heb. 4.) you would be carefull therefore and circumspect to do, whatsoeuer your hand hath to doe, with all your power, as the Apostle speaks, Hebrew 4.) you would be careful Therefore and circumspect to do, whatsoever your hand hath to do, with all your power, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd) pn22 vmd vbi j av cc j pc-acp vdi, r-crq po22 n1 vhz pc-acp vdi, p-acp d po22 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 100
1061 and that in simplicity and sincerity, as in the sight of God, and in his presence, from whom nothing can be hid. and that in simplicity and sincerity, as in the sighed of God, and in his presence, from whom nothing can be hid. cc cst p-acp n1 cc n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp po31 n1, p-acp ro-crq pix vmb vbi vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 100
1062 Caue, spectat Cato, was an ancient Watch-word among the Romanes, and a great retentiue from vice. Cave, spectat Cato, was an ancient Watchword among the Romans, and a great retentive from vice. n1, fw-la np1, vbds dt j n1 p-acp dt njp2, cc dt j j p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 100
1063 How much more ought this to be amongst Christians, Caue, videt Dominus? The forgetfulnesse whereof, makes many men, especially great Ones, to dig deepe, How much more ought this to be among Christians, Cave, videt Dominus? The forgetfulness whereof, makes many men, especially great Ones, to dig deep, c-crq d dc vmd d pc-acp vbi p-acp np1, n1, fw-la fw-la? dt n1 c-crq, vvz d n2, av-j j pi2, pc-acp vvi j-jn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 100
1064 as if they would hide their counsell from the Lord; as if they would hide their counsel from the Lord; c-acp cs pns32 vmd vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 100
1065 to worke in darkenesse, as if none should or could see them, and politickly, as they deeme it, to work in darkness, as if none should or could see them, and politicly, as they deem it, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, c-acp cs pi vmd cc vmd vvi pno32, cc av-j, c-acp pns32 vvb pn31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 100
1066 but dangerously, as the euent prooues it, to contriue in secret those things, which afterward being brought to light, cast shame in their faces, a burthen on their consciences, a blot on their name; but dangerously, as the event Proves it, to contrive in secret those things, which afterwards being brought to Light, cast shame in their faces, a burden on their Consciences, a blot on their name; cc-acp av-j, c-acp dt n1 vvz pn31, pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn d n2, r-crq av vbg vvn p-acp n1, vvb n1 p-acp po32 n2, dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, dt n1 p-acp po32 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 100
1067 and without repentance, euerlasting confusion vpon body and soule. But I hope, this Lethargy and deadly sickenesse * hath no way indangered your soules, and without Repentance, everlasting confusion upon body and soul. But I hope, this Lethargy and deadly sickness * hath no Way endangered your Souls, cc p-acp n1, j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. cc-acp pns11 vvb, d n1 cc j n1 * vhz dx n1 vvd po22 n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 100
1068 but that they are euer awaked with the remembrance of Gods presence, in all your actions and censures of vindictiue or remuneratiue Iustice: but that they Are ever awaked with the remembrance of God's presence, in all your actions and censures of vindictive or remuneratiue justice: cc-acp cst pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, p-acp d po22 n2 cc n2 pp-f j cc j n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 100
1069 so that the reward of vertue is not made a gift of sauour, to pleasure friends; so that the reward of virtue is not made a gift of savour, to pleasure Friends; av cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz xx vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 100
1070 or the punishment of vice, a meanes of reuenge, to confound enemies: or the punishment of vice, a means of revenge, to confound enemies: cc dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 100
1071 but mercy and iudgement are in their due place and time, according to the rules of equity, executed by you, with a mind of Iustice to doe right vnto all. but mercy and judgement Are in their due place and time, according to the rules of equity, executed by you, with a mind of justice to do right unto all. cc-acp n1 cc n1 vbr p-acp po32 j-jn n1 cc n1, vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp pn22, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vdi j-jn p-acp d. (6) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 100
1072 Thus I hope the best things of you: Thus I hope the best things of you: av pns11 vvb dt js n2 pp-f pn22: (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 100
1073 and therefore giue me leaue, for my farther and fuller assurance therein, to vse the same words somewhat inlarged vnto you, which Iehoshaphat did vnto the Iudges of his time; and Therefore give me leave, for my farther and fuller assurance therein, to use the same words somewhat enlarged unto you, which Jehoshaphat did unto the Judges of his time; cc av vvb pno11 vvi, p-acp po11 jc cc jc n1 av, pc-acp vvi dt d n2 av vvn p-acp pn22, r-crq np1 vdd p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 101
1074 Take heed what you doe, ye execute not the iudgements of man, but of the Lord; Take heed what you do, you execute not the Judgments of man, but of the Lord; vvb n1 r-crq pn22 vdb, pn22 vvb xx dt n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp pp-f dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 101
1075 the seate wherein you sit, is his; the people which you iudge, are his; the authority wherby ye iudge, is deriued from him. the seat wherein you fit, is his; the people which you judge, Are his; the Authority whereby you judge, is derived from him. dt n1 c-crq pn22 vvb, vbz png31; dt n1 r-crq pn22 vvb, vbr po31; dt n1 c-crq pn22 vvb, vbz vvn p-acp pno31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 101
1076 Take heed therefore that your passions sway you not, that your friends presse you not, that your followers perswade you not (in hope of bribes) to peruert Iustice: Take heed Therefore that your passion sway you not, that your Friends press you not, that your followers persuade you not (in hope of Bribes) to pervert justice: vvb n1 av d po22 n2 vvb pn22 xx, cst po22 n2 vvb pn22 xx, cst po22 n2 vvi pn22 xx (p-acp n1 pp-f n2) pc-acp vvi n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 101
1077 for though the Master be so iust with Elisha to refuse them, yet commonly the seruant is so wicked with Gehasi to receiue them. for though the Master be so just with Elisha to refuse them, yet commonly the servant is so wicked with Gehazi to receive them. c-acp cs dt n1 vbb av j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno32, av av-j dt n1 vbz av j p-acp fw-la pc-acp vvi pno32. (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 101
1078 Take heed what you doe, for the Lord will bee with you in the cause and iudgement; Take heed what you do, for the Lord will be with you in the cause and judgement; vvb n1 r-crq pn22 vdb, p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 cc n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 101
1079 great matters doe euer require great deliberation; weighty causes, weighty consideration; serious businesse, serious care and circumspection. great matters do ever require great deliberation; weighty Causes, weighty consideration; serious business, serious care and circumspection. j n2 vdb av vvi j n1; j n2, j n1; j n1, j n1 cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 101
1080 Take heed then what you doe, be guided by Gods Law, imitate his steps, haue no respect of persons in iudgement, feare not the face of any man, Take heed then what you do, be guided by God's Law, imitate his steps, have no respect of Persons in judgement, Fear not the face of any man, vvb n1 av r-crq pn22 vdb, vbb vvn p-acp npg1 n1, vvb po31 n2, vhb dx n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n1, vvb xx dt n1 pp-f d n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 101
1081 but let the feare of the Lord (with whom is no defect, no obliquity, no partiality, no iniquity) bee vpon you, but let the Fear of the Lord (with whom is no defect, no obliquity, no partiality, no iniquity) be upon you, cc-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (p-acp ro-crq vbz dx n1, dx n1, dx n1, dx n1) vbb p-acp pn22, (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 101
1082 and remember, as at all times, so especially in Iudiciall places, God is present with you, and Remember, as At all times, so especially in Judicial places, God is present with you, cc vvi, c-acp p-acp d n2, av av-j p-acp j n2, np1 vbz j p-acp pn22, (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 101
1083 and vieweth narrowly all your doings: and views narrowly all your doings: cc vvz av-j d po22 n2-vdg: (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 101
1084 hee standeth in the assembly of Gods (such are yee nuncupatiuè NONLATINALPHABET, but yee shall die like men, so fraile yee are NONLATINALPHABET. he Stands in the assembly of God's (such Are ye nuncupatiuè, but ye shall die like men, so frail ye Are. pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 (d vbr pn22 fw-fr, cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi av-j n2, av j pn22 vbr. (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 101
1085 Wherefore take heed what ye doe, and make account this day, that yee shall one day render an account for whatsoeuer yee haue done, Wherefore take heed what you do, and make account this day, that ye shall one day render an account for whatsoever ye have done, q-crq vvb n1 r-crq pn22 vdb, cc vvi n1 d n1, cst pn22 vmb crd n1 vvi dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn22 vhb vdn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 101
1086 before that righteous Iudge of all the world, which iudgeth all righteously. O then gird vp your loynes with Iustice, and put on Righteousnesse for an Habergeon: before that righteous Judge of all the world, which Judgeth all righteously. O then gird up your loins with justice, and put on Righteousness for an Habergeon: c-acp cst j n1 pp-f d dt n1, r-crq vvz d av-j. sy av vvb a-acp po22 n2 p-acp n1, cc vvd p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 102
1087 Iudge not according to the appearance, but iudge righteous iudgement, and let the fire of zeale, Judge not according to the appearance, but judge righteous judgement, and let the fire of zeal, n1 xx vvg p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 j n1, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 102
1088 for truth and equity, be so inkindled, that the Oyle of mercy be not vtterly consumed. for truth and equity, be so enkindled, that the Oil of mercy be not utterly consumed. p-acp n1 cc n1, vbb av vvn, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb xx av-j vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 102
1089 Suffer not an Abimelech, vpon the malicious accusation of a Doeg, to be destroyed; or a Mephibosheth, vpon the pick-thanke insinuation of a Ziba, to be spoiled; Suffer not an Abimelech, upon the malicious accusation of a Doeg, to be destroyed; or a Mephibosheth, upon the pickthank insinuation of a Ziba, to be spoiled; vvb xx dt np1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt np1, pc-acp vbi vvn; cc dt np1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt np1, pc-acp vbi vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 102
1090 or a Ioseph, vpon a wanton Mistresses allegation, to bee imprisoned; or a Ioseph, upon a wanton Mistress's allegation, to be imprisoned; cc dt np1, p-acp dt j-jn ng1 n1, pc-acp vbi vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 102
1091 or a Naboth, vpon Iezabels letter, to bee depriued & vineae & vitae. But heare the causes of your Brethren without preiudicate impiety; or a Naboth, upon Jezebel's Letter, to be deprived & Vineae & vitae. But hear the Causes of your Brothers without prejudicate impiety; cc dt np1, p-acp n2 n1, pc-acp vbi vvn cc fw-la cc fw-la. p-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po22 n2 p-acp j-vvn n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 102
1092 iudiciously examine them without sinister obliquity; and sincerely iudge them without vniust partiality: judiciously examine them without sinister obliquity; and sincerely judge them without unjust partiality: av-j vvb pno32 p-acp j n1; cc av-j vvi pno32 p-acp j n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 102
1093 and laying aside all respect of persons and popularity, according to the Lords Commandement, Deut. 1. Let the cause of the poore and needy come in equall ballance with the rich and mighty; and laying aside all respect of Persons and popularity, according to the lords Commandment, Deuteronomy 1. Let the cause of the poor and needy come in equal balance with the rich and mighty; cc vvg av d n1 pp-f n2 cc n1, vvg p-acp dt n2 n1, np1 crd vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j vvn p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp dt j cc j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 102
1094 deferre not the hearing and determining of their suites, from day to day, from Terme to Terme, defer not the hearing and determining of their suits, from day to day, from Term to Term, vvi xx dt n-vvg cc vvg pp-f po32 n2, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 102
1095 lest it fare with them, as it did with the Haemor•ese, Mark. 5. which was diseased 12. yeeres together, lest it fare with them, as it did with the Haemor•ese, Mark. 5. which was diseased 12. Years together, cs pn31 vvb p-acp pno32, c-acp pn31 vdd p-acp dt n1, vvb. crd r-crq vbds vvn crd n2 av, (6) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 102
1096 and when she had spent all on Physicians, was not awhit the better: and when she had spent all on Physicians, was not awhit the better: cc c-crq pns31 vhd vvn d p-acp n2, vbds xx av dt jc: (6) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 102
1097 or as it did with the weake person, Ioh. 5. which had beene diseased eight and thirty yeeres, or as it did with the weak person, John 5. which had been diseased eight and thirty Years, cc c-acp pn31 vdd p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd q-crq vhd vbi vvn crd cc crd n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 102
1098 and sate in the porch of the poole of Bethesda, but might not be healed, and sat in the porch of the pool of Bethesda, but might not be healed, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp vmd xx vbi vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 102
1099 because (for want belike of stirring Angels) hee could get none to put him into the poole immediately after the Angel had stirred it. Because (for want belike of stirring Angels) he could get none to put him into the pool immediately After the Angel had stirred it. c-acp (p-acp n1 av pp-f vvg n2) pns31 vmd vvi pix pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 av-j p-acp dt n1 vhd vvn pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 103
1100 For as Salomon saith, The gift of a man inlargeth him, and bringeth him before great men: For as Solomon Says, The gift of a man enlargeth him, and brings him before great men: p-acp c-acp np1 vvz, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pno31, cc vvz pno31 p-acp j n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 103
1101 that is, maketh roome for him, and procureth him accesse to the presence of such as are in authority; that is, makes room for him, and procureth him access to the presence of such as Are in Authority; d vbz, vvz n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvz pno31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d c-acp vbr p-acp n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 103
1102 whereunto the poore, by reason of penny-peeking pull-backes, may not approch. whereunto the poor, by reason of penny-peeking pull-backs, may not approach. c-crq dt j, p-acp n1 pp-f j n2, vmb xx vvi. (6) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 103
1103 Well, whatsoeuer they cannot effect for want of meanes, performe yee in the abundance of mercy, pitty their cases, regard their complaints in loue to God, Well, whatsoever they cannot Effect for want of means, perform ye in the abundance of mercy, pity their cases, regard their complaints in love to God, uh-av, r-crq pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n2, vvb pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb po32 n2, vvb po32 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 103
1104 and God with his all-sufficient loue will certainely repay all your loue shewed to them. and God with his All-sufficient love will Certainly repay all your love showed to them. cc np1 p-acp po31 j n1 vmb av-j vvi d po22 n1 vvd p-acp pno32. (6) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 103
1105 And as for bribery, the bane of all truth and equity, worthy to be rewarded with Gehasies leprosie, And as for bribery, the bane of all truth and equity, worthy to be rewarded with Gehasies leprosy, cc c-acp p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1, j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 103
1106 if it dare at any time to draw neere vnto you, O cast it off from you, if it Dare At any time to draw near unto you, Oh cast it off from you, cs pn31 vvb p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pn22, uh vvb pn31 a-acp p-acp pn22, (6) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 103
1107 as Paul did the Viper from his hand; and as Peter did Simon Magus his present, with indignation of heart; as Paul did the Viper from his hand; and as Peter did Simon Magus his present, with Indignation of heart; c-acp np1 vdd dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; cc c-acp np1 vdd np1 np1 po31 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 103
1108 For fire shall deuoure the houses of Bribes, Iob 15. Contemne the wedge of gold, the molten Calfe, which so many worldly Idolaters crouch vnto: For fire shall devour the houses of Bribes, Job 15. Contemn the wedge of gold, the melted Calf, which so many worldly Idolaters crouch unto: c-acp n1 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, np1 crd vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, dt j-vvn n1, r-crq av d j n2 vvb p-acp: (6) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 103
1109 Abhorre the gathering of riches by a deceitfull tongue, which is a vanity tossed to and fro of them that seeke death. Abhor the gathering of riches by a deceitful tongue, which is a vanity tossed to and from of them that seek death. vvb dt n-vvg pp-f n2 p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp cc av pp-f pno32 cst vvb n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 103
1110 Remember the end of Balaams wages and Iudas his Bagge, and Beware; sell not thy countenance, thy tongue, thy silence, thy clients cause, thy neighbours life, liuelyhood, remember the end of Balaams wages and Iudas his Bag, and Beware; fell not thy countenance, thy tongue, thy silence, thy Clients cause, thy neighbours life, liuelyhood, np1 dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2 cc np1 po31 n1, cc vvb; vvb xx po21 n1, po21 n1, po21 n1, po21 ng1 n1, po21 ng1 n1, n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 103
1111 or credit, or thine owne conscience of truth, or peace of conscience, for any benefit or Bribe whatsoeuer, or credit, or thine own conscience of truth, or peace of conscience, for any benefit or Bribe whatsoever, cc n1, cc po21 d n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d n1 cc vvi r-crq, (6) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 103
1112 though neuer so secretly tendred vnto thee. Turpe quid ausurus, te sine teste time; Feare thine owne selfe without another witnesse, whensoeuer thou art going about any wickednesse. though never so secretly tendered unto thee. Turpe quid ausurus, te sine teste time; fear thine own self without Another witness, whensoever thou art going about any wickedness. cs av-x av av-jn vvn p-acp pno21. vvb fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1; vvb po21 d n1 p-acp j-jn n1, c-crq pns21 vb2r vvg p-acp d n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 104
1113 For without a sharpe-sighted witnesse thou canst neuer bee, as long as Gods Intelligencer and Spie, conscience, is within thee, which seeth in the greatest darkenesse, heareth the softest whisperings, For without a sharp-sighted witness thou Canst never be, as long as God's Intelligencer and Spy, conscience, is within thee, which sees in the greatest darkness, hears the Softest whisperings, c-acp p-acp dt j n1 pns21 vm2 av-x vbi, c-acp av-j c-acp npg1 n1 cc n1, n1, vbz p-acp pno21, r-crq vvz p-acp dt js n1, vvz dt js n2-vvg, (6) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 104
1114 and Elisha - like, knoweth what is contriued in the most priuate counsels of the Aramites. and Elisha - like, Knoweth what is contrived in the most private Counsels of the Aramites. cc np1 - zz, vvz r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt av-ds j n2 pp-f dt np2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 104
1115 This saw well enough when Achan hid the wedge of gold in the earth, Iosh. 7. This looked Dauid in the face, This saw well enough when achan hid the wedge of gold in the earth, Joshua 7. This looked David in the face, d vvd av av-d c-crq np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd np1 vvd np1 p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 104
1116 and made him blush, when he sought to haue his vnlawfull pleasure of Bethsheba. This beheld the Idolizing Elders of Israel, Ezek. 8. when in their secret Oratories, offering incense to their Images, they blest themselues with this base delusion; Tush, God sees vs not. and made him blush, when he sought to have his unlawful pleasure of Bathsheba. This beheld the Idolizing Elders of Israel, Ezekiel 8. when in their secret Oratories, offering incense to their Images, they blessed themselves with this base delusion; Tush, God sees us not. cc vvd pno31 vvi, c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vhi po31 j n1 pp-f np1. d vvd dt vvg n2-jn pp-f np1, np1 crd q-crq p-acp po32 j-jn n2, vvg n1 p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vvd px32 p-acp d j n1; uh, np1 vvz pno12 xx. (6) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 104
1117 This beholdeth the blood-sucking Vsurer (in stead of lending, and looking for nothing againe, This beholdeth the bloodsucking Usurer (in stead of lending, and looking for nothing again, np1 vvz dt j n1 (p-acp n1 pp-f vvg, cc vvg p-acp pix av, (6) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 104
1118 as Christ commandeth) eating out, and consuming his needy Brother to the bare bones, which God forbiddeth, Exod. 22. 25. This looketh vpon the crafty Merchant, selling dayes, as christ commands) eating out, and consuming his needy Brother to the bore bones, which God forbiddeth, Exod 22. 25. This looks upon the crafty Merchant, selling days, c-acp np1 vvz) vvg av, cc vvg po31 j n1 p-acp dt j n2, r-crq np1 vvz, np1 crd crd np1 vvz p-acp dt j n1, vvg n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 104
1119 and moneths, and yeeres, at a higher rate then his wares, and if they bee too light or too deare, by false measures and oathes making amends for both, and months, and Years, At a higher rate then his wares, and if they be too Light or too deer, by false measures and Oaths making amends for both, cc n2, cc n2, p-acp dt jc n1 cs po31 n2, cc cs pns32 vbb av j cc av j-jn, p-acp j n2 cc n2 vvg n2 p-acp d, (6) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 104
1120 & secretly checks him for making guile his gaine, and holding the ballance of deceit in his hand, & secretly Checks him for making guile his gain, and holding the balance of deceit in his hand, cc av-jn vvz pno31 p-acp vvg n1 po31 n1, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 104
1121 & the treasures of iniquity in his house, Mic. 6. and if he amend not, will openly prooue it vpon him, that whatsoeuer is gotten by craft and cruelty, the diuels Alchimy ) is as wild-fire in the purse, & the treasures of iniquity in his house, Mic. 6. and if he amend not, will openly prove it upon him, that whatsoever is got by craft and cruelty, the Devils Alchemy) is as wildfire in the purse, cc dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd cc cs pns31 vvb xx, vmb av-j vvi pn31 p-acp pno31, cst r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, dt ng1 n1) vbz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 105
1122 and shall at length turne to Banqueruptisme and beggery. and shall At length turn to Banqueruptisme and beggary. cc vmb p-acp n1 vvi p-acp n1 cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 105
1123 To be short, conscience, as a close Intelligencer, is priuie to the secretest actions and intentions of euery corrupt Iudge, which turneth the fruit of righteousnesse into Wormewood, Amos 6. and by not pressing iustice on the vniust, suffereth the iust to bee oppressed with iniustice, Ier 5. Of euery corrupt Lawyer, who helpeth his Clyents cause, To be short, conscience, as a close Intelligencer, is privy to the secretest actions and intentions of every corrupt Judge, which turns the fruit of righteousness into Wormwood, Amos 6. and by not pressing Justice on the unjust, suffers the just to be oppressed with injustice, Jeremiah 5. Of every corrupt Lawyer, who Helpeth his Clients cause, pc-acp vbi j, n1, c-acp dt j n1, vbz j p-acp dt js-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f d j n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd cc a-acp xx vvg n1 p-acp dt j, vvz dt j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, n1 crd pp-f d j n1, r-crq vvz po31 n2 vvi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 105
1124 as the Woolfe did the sheepe of his cough, by sucking his blood, who by quirkes and deuices varnisheth falsehood and wrong, as the Wolf did the sheep of his cough, by sucking his blood, who by quirks and devices varnisheth falsehood and wrong, c-acp dt n1 vdd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp vvg po31 n1, r-crq p-acp n2 cc n2 vvz n1 cc n-jn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 105
1125 and iustifying the wicked for a reward, taketh away the righteousnesse of the righteous from him. and justifying the wicked for a reward, Takes away the righteousness of the righteous from him. cc vvg dt j c-acp dt n1, vvz av dt n1 pp-f dt j p-acp pno31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 105
1126 Of euery corrupt Iuror & Questman, which in his quicke preiudiciall conceit, resolueth on the verdict, Of every corrupt Juror & Questman, which in his quick prejudicial conceit, resolveth on the verdict, pp-f d j n1 cc n1, r-crq p-acp po31 j j n1, vvz p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 105
1127 before the cause be opened, and euidences produced; before the cause be opened, and evidences produced; p-acp dt n1 vbb vvn, cc n2 vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 105
1128 and of euery corrupt Witnesse, who mocketh at Iudgement, Prou. 19. And with the hired rake-hels of Iezabel, making no bones to sweare and forsweare, to the dishonour of God, hurt of his neighbour, delusion of the Iudge, and of every corrupt Witness, who mocks At Judgement, Prou. 19. And with the hired rake-hels of Jezebel, making no bones to swear and forswear, to the dishonour of God, hurt of his neighbour, delusion of the Judge, cc pp-f d j n1, r-crq vvz p-acp n1, np1 crd cc p-acp dt j-vvn ng1 pp-f np1, vvg dx n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn pp-f po31 n1, n1 pp-f dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 105
1129 and confusion of his owne soule, beareth rash and vnrighteous testimony in matters controuersed. and confusion of his own soul, bears rash and unrighteous testimony in matters controversed. cc n1 pp-f po31 d n1, vvz j cc j-u n1 p-acp n2 vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 105
1130 Thus the conscience of these, and of euery of these, vieweth and knoweth what they doe, or intend to doe; Thus the conscience of these, and of every of these, views and Knoweth what they do, or intend to do; av dt n1 pp-f d, cc pp-f d pp-f d, vvz cc vvz r-crq pns32 vdb, cc vvb pc-acp vdi; (6) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 105
1131 and if it perceiue that they wittingly and wilfully doe transgresse, will not spare to tell them to their faces one by one, and if it perceive that they wittingly and wilfully do transgress, will not spare to tell them to their faces one by one, cc cs pn31 vvi cst pns32 av-j cc av-j vdb vvi, vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2 pi p-acp crd, (6) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 105
1132 as Nathan did Dauid, Thou art the man: as Nathan did David, Thou art the man: c-acp np1 vdd np1, pns21 vb2r dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 106
1133 Thou, thou hast sowne the seed of iniquity, and thou shalt reape the crop of calamity: Thou, thou hast sown the seed of iniquity, and thou shalt reap the crop of calamity: pns21, pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 106
1134 Thou hast gone on in such and such vnholy and vnrighteous courses, and therefore canst not but come vnder such and such heauie and grieuous curses: Thou hast gone on in such and such unholy and unrighteous courses, and Therefore Canst not but come under such and such heavy and grievous curses: pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp p-acp d cc d j cc j-u n2, cc av vm2 xx cc-acp vvi p-acp d cc d j cc j n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 106
1135 Thou hast willingly been led heere in the bands of sinnes dominion; Thou hast willingly been led Here in the bans of Sins dominion; pns21 vh2 av-j vbn vvn av p-acp dt n2 pp-f ng1 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 106
1136 and therefore shalt, against thy will, hereafter be led captiue in the chaines of Satans damnation. and Therefore shalt, against thy will, hereafter be led captive in the chains of Satan damnation. cc av vm2, p-acp po21 n1, av vbi vvn j-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 106
1137 But on the contrary, if it feele, finde and perceiue, as it is nimble, sensible, and sharp-sighted enough, that your desire and indeuour is to doe well; But on the contrary, if it feel, find and perceive, as it is nimble, sensible, and sharp-sighted enough, that your desire and endeavour is to do well; cc-acp p-acp dt n-jn, cs pn31 vvb, vvb cc vvi, c-acp pn31 vbz j, j, cc j av-d, cst po22 n1 cc n1 vbz pc-acp vdi av; (6) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 106
1138 that you walke in iustice, and speake righteous things, and abstaine from the gaine of guile and oppression, that you walk in Justice, and speak righteous things, and abstain from the gain of guile and oppression, cst pn22 vvb p-acp n1, cc vvi j n2, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 106
1139 neither making your hands the actors, nor your hearts the inuenters of any impiety; neither making your hands the actors, nor your hearts the inventers of any impiety; av-dx vvg po22 n2 dt n2, ccx po22 n2 dt n2 pp-f d n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 106
1140 but ponder in your hearts, and professe with your tongues, and practise with your hands those things which tend to Gods glory, and the publike good; but ponder in your hearts, and profess with your tongues, and practise with your hands those things which tend to God's glory, and the public good; cc-acp vvb p-acp po22 n2, cc vvi p-acp po22 n2, cc vvi p-acp po22 n2 d n2 r-crq vvb p-acp ng1 n1, cc dt j j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 106
1141 then will it be benigne & propitious, and no more rough and rigorous to you, but be vnto you as Ionathan was to Dauid, a comforter in all your troubles, then will it be benign & propitious, and no more rough and rigorous to you, but be unto you as Ionathan was to David, a comforter in all your Troubles, av vmb pn31 vbi j cc j, cc dx av-dc j cc j p-acp pn22, cc-acp vbi p-acp pn22 c-acp np1 vbds p-acp np1, dt n1 p-acp d po22 n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 106
1142 and in all your crosses and losses, will speake comfortably and cheerfully vnto you, as Elcanah to Hannah, Am not I better to thee thē many children, many Farmes, many fields, many friends? Why weepest thou? why is thine heart troubled? and in all your Crosses and losses, will speak comfortably and cheerfully unto you, as Elkanah to Hannah, Am not I better to thee them many children, many Farms, many fields, many Friends? Why Weepest thou? why is thine heart troubled? cc p-acp d po22 n2 cc n2, vmb vvi av-j cc av-j p-acp pn22, c-acp np1 p-acp np1, vbm xx pns11 vvi p-acp pno21 pno32 d n2, d n2, d n2, d n2? q-crq vv2 pns21? q-crq vbz po21 n1 vvn? (6) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 106
1143 The consideration whereof well concocted, should (me seemes) not only checke, choke and strangle all sinfull and vniust proiects and practices euen in their birth or cradle, The consideration whereof well concocted, should (me seems) not only check, choke and strangle all sinful and unjust projects and practices even in their birth or cradle, dt n1 c-crq av vvn, vmd (pno11 vvz) xx av-j vvi, vvi cc vvi d j cc j n2 cc n2 av p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 107
1144 but also mightily mooue and prouoke all Ministers and Instruments of Iustice, yea all Christians whatsoeuer, to walke innocently with a perfect hart before the Lord, but also mightily move and provoke all Ministers and Instruments of justice, yea all Christians whatsoever, to walk innocently with a perfect heart before the Lord, cc-acp av av-j vvi cc vvi d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, uh d np1 r-crq, pc-acp vvi av-jn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 107
1145 and in their seuerall estates and callings to giue all diligence and circumspection, with our Apostle, to haue and discharge alwayes a good conscience towards God and men. and in their several estates and callings to give all diligence and circumspection, with our Apostle, to have and discharge always a good conscience towards God and men. cc p-acp po32 j n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n1, p-acp po12 n1, pc-acp vhi cc vvi av dt j n1 p-acp np1 cc n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 107
1146 Towards God and men. Which being the latitude and extent of a good conscience, in respect of the obiects thereof, leades vs directly, without any forced construction, to this last, plaine, pregnant and profitable obseruation: Towards God and men. Which being the latitude and extent of a good conscience, in respect of the objects thereof, leads us directly, without any forced construction, to this last, plain, pregnant and profitable observation: p-acp np1 cc n2. r-crq vbg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2 av, vvz pno12 av-j, p-acp d j-vvn n1, p-acp d ord, n1, j cc j n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 107
1147 That, In the exercise of a good conscience, there ought to bee a concurrence of our holy carriage towards God, That, In the exercise of a good conscience, there ought to be a concurrence of our holy carriage towards God, cst, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, pc-acp pi p-acp vbb dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1 p-acp np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 107
1148 and our vpright demeanor towards men. and our upright demeanour towards men. cc po12 av-j n1 p-acp n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 107
1149 Requisite it is (saith Chrysostome) vt reuerenter se quis habeat ad diuina, & laudabiliter conuersetur cum hominibus: Requisite it is (Says Chrysostom) vt reuerenter se quis habeat ad Divine, & laudabiliter conuersetur cum hominibus: j pn31 vbz (vvz np1) fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: (6) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 107
1150 that euery good Christian should serue God reuerently with hearty deuotion, and man righteously with a ready mind, and liberall disposition. that every good Christian should serve God reverently with hearty devotion, and man righteously with a ready mind, and liberal disposition. cst d j njp vmd vvi np1 av-j p-acp j n1, cc n1 av-j p-acp dt j n1, cc j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 107
1151 Men are to bee regarded in the way of right and equity, propter famam. God is to be reuerenced in the way of Religion and piety, propter conscientiam. Laetus lubensque are necessary in the seruice of both, that neither our holinesse nor our righteousnesse proceed from a dull heauie feare, or any seruile affection; Men Are to be regarded in the Way of right and equity, propter famam. God is to be reverenced in the Way of Religion and piety, propter conscientiam. Laetus lubensque Are necessary in the service of both, that neither our holiness nor our righteousness proceed from a dull heavy Fear, or any servile affection; n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn cc n1, fw-la fw-la. np1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, cst d po12 n1 ccx po12 n1 vvb p-acp dt j j n1, cc d j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 107
1152 but that sincerely without faining, and constantly without fainting, we be seruiceable to God and men in a religious and righteous conuersation. but that sincerely without feigning, and constantly without fainting, we be serviceable to God and men in a religious and righteous Conversation. cc-acp cst av-j p-acp vvg, cc av-j p-acp vvg, pns12 vbb j p-acp np1 cc n2 p-acp dt j cc j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 107
1153 Holinesse and righteousnes are the meane parts of Gods Image in man, as the Apostle sheweth, Ephes. 4. Neither can we be assured that we are truly regenerate and haue a good conscience, Holiness and righteousness Are the mean parts of God's Image in man, as the Apostle shows, Ephesians 4. Neither can we be assured that we Are truly regenerate and have a good conscience, n1 cc n1 vbr dt j n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd av-d vmb pns12 vbi vvn cst pns12 vbr av-j vvn cc vhb dt j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 108
1154 vnlesse wee finde in our selues a meeting and marriage of them both. unless we find in our selves a meeting and marriage of them both. cs pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32 d. (6) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 108
1155 Remember then, O man, to ioyne both together, which God and a good conscience will not haue to bee put asunder. remember then, Oh man, to join both together, which God and a good conscience will not have to be put asunder. np1 av, uh n1, pc-acp vvi d av, r-crq np1 cc dt j n1 vmb xx vhi pc-acp vbi vvn av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 108
1156 First, (because God deserueth first to bee serued) be carefull to performe all diuine duties of holinesse and piety towards God, according to the contents of the first Table; First, (Because God deserves First to be served) be careful to perform all divine duties of holiness and piety towards God, according to the contents of the First Table; ord, (c-acp np1 vvz ord pc-acp vbi vvn) vbi j pc-acp vvi d j-jn n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt ord n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 108
1157 and then consequently, all humane duties of charity and equity towards men, according to the contents of the second Table of the Decalogue, Suum cuique. But in the prime place, giue vnto God the things which are Gods: and then consequently, all humane duties of charity and equity towards men, according to the contents of the second Table of the Decalogue, Suum cuique. But in the prime place, give unto God the things which Are God's: cc av av-j, d j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n2, vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, fw-la fw-la. cc-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1, vvb p-acp np1 dt n2 r-crq vbr n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 108
1158 and so for Gods sake, giue vnto euery man his due: and so for God's sake, give unto every man his due: cc av p-acp ng1 n1, vvb p-acp d n1 po31 j-jn: (6) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 108
1159 For the grace of saluation which hath appeared, teacheth vs, in respect of our great and gracious Maker and Master, to liue godly; For the grace of salvation which hath appeared, Teaches us, in respect of our great and gracious Maker and Master, to live godly; c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vhz vvn, vvz pno12, p-acp n1 pp-f po12 j cc j n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 108
1160 in respect of our selues, to liue soberly; in respect of our neighbours, to liue iustly; in respect of our selves, to live soberly; in respect of our neighbours, to live justly; p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n2, pc-acp vvi av-j; p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n2, pc-acp vvi av-j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 108
1161 to vse our friends with fauour, our enemies with patience; to use our Friends with favour, our enemies with patience; pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1, po12 n2 p-acp n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 108
1162 all, with beneuolence, and as many as we can, with beneficence, &c. Haec * tria praecipuè meditare aduerbia Pauli: all, with benevolence, and as many as we can, with beneficence, etc. Haec * tria praecipuè meditare aduerbia Pauli: d, p-acp n1, cc c-acp d c-acp pns12 vmb, p-acp n1, av fw-la * fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la np1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 108
1163 Haec tria sint vitae regula sancta tuae. Haec tria sint vitae regula sancta tuae. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (6) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 108
1164 With the ouer-weening Pharise, to haue all our godlinesse in our Phylacteries, and fringes, and care-seruice, With the overweening Pharisee, to have all our godliness in our Phylacteries, and fringes, and care-seruice, p-acp dt n-vvg vvi, pc-acp vhi d po12 n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc n2, cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 108
1165 and frequenting the Lectures of the Law, no matter how we liue, is to seeme holy, without righteousnesse. and frequenting the Lectures of the Law, no matter how we live, is to seem holy, without righteousness. cc vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dx n1 c-crq pns12 vvb, vbz pc-acp vvi j, p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 109
1166 Againe, with the simple-seduced Sadduces, to liue indifferent honestly and quietly, but not to beleeue Angels or spirits, Again, with the simple-seduced Sadducees, to live indifferent honestly and quietly, but not to believe Angels or spirits, av, p-acp dt j np2, pc-acp vvi j av-j cc av-jn, cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 109
1167 or looke for a resurrection, is to appeare righteous, without holinesse. or look for a resurrection, is to appear righteous, without holiness. cc vvi p-acp dt n1, vbz pc-acp vvi j, p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 109
1168 Either of these come farre short of that obedience which is approued and practised by an inlightened and sanctified conscience, which serueth not God by halues, in holinesse onely, Either of these come Far short of that Obedience which is approved and practised by an enlightened and sanctified conscience, which serveth not God by halves, in holiness only, av-d pp-f d vvb av-j j pp-f d n1 r-crq vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp dt vvn cc j-vvn n1, r-crq vvz xx np1 p-acp n2-jn, p-acp n1 av-j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 109
1169 or righteousnesse onely, but in both; or righteousness only, but in both; cc n1 av-j, cc-acp p-acp d; (6) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 109
1170 desiring in all things to please God by an vniuersall obedience, not giuing to any the least liberty or allowance for the committing of any sinne, desiring in all things to please God by an universal Obedience, not giving to any the least liberty or allowance for the committing of any sin, vvg p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt j n1, xx vvg p-acp d dt ds n1 cc n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f d n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 109
1171 or omitting of any duty, either of equity or amity towards men, or of truth and piety towards God. or omitting of any duty, either of equity or amity towards men, or of truth and piety towards God. cc vvg pp-f d n1, av-d pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n2, cc pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp np1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 109
1172 Indeed it most respecteth what it most affecteth, the obseruation of the great Commanments, as Christ, the best distinguisher, tearmeth them, Indeed it most respecteth what it most affects, the observation of the great Commandments, as christ, the best distinguisher, termeth them, av pn31 av-ds vvz r-crq pn31 av-ds vvz, dt n1 pp-f dt j n2, c-acp np1, dt js n1, vvz pno32, (6) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 109
1173 but yet neglecteth not the least. but yet neglecteth not the least. cc-acp av vvz xx dt ds. (6) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 109
1174 It most of all straines at grosse sinnes as Cammels, yet swalloweth not the lesser as Gnats: It most of all strains At gross Sins as Camels, yet swalloweth not the lesser as Gnats: pn31 av-ds pp-f d n2 p-acp j n2 c-acp n2, av vvz xx dt jc p-acp n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 109
1175 It trembles at wounds and blood, feares at faith and troth: It abhorres adultery and fornication, hates dallyance and rotten communication: It trembles At wounds and blood, fears At faith and troth: It abhors adultery and fornication, hates Dalliance and rotten communication: pn31 vvz p-acp n2 cc n1, vvz p-acp n1 cc n1: pn31 vvz n1 cc n1, vvz n1 cc j-vvn n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 109
1176 It cryes out on bloody violence or vengeance, dislikes all vnaduised anger, and dogged eloquence: It payeth the Tith-sheafe carefully, and detaines not Mint or Annis-seed deceitfully; It cries out on bloody violence or vengeance, dislikes all unadvised anger, and dogged eloquence: It payeth the Tith-sheafe carefully, and detains not Mint or Annis-seed deceitfully; pn31 vvz av p-acp j n1 cc n1, vvz d j n1, cc j n1: pn31 vvz dt n1 av-j, cc vvz xx n1 cc n1 av-j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 109
1177 and albeit for peace sake it will bee indulgent, and giue more liberty to others, and albeit for peace sake it will be indulgent, and give more liberty to Others, cc cs p-acp n1 n1 pn31 vmb vbi j, cc vvb dc n1 p-acp n2-jn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 109
1178 yet it sayes not to it selfe, An inch will breake no square, A little will doe no harme, yet it Says not to it self, an inch will break no square, A little will do no harm, av pn31 vvz xx p-acp pn31 n1, dt n1 vmb vvi dx n-jn, dt j vmb vdi dx n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 109
1179 or Small faults are to bee winked at: or Small Faults Are to be winked At: cc j n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp: (6) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 110
1180 For well it knoweth, that insensible decayes continued, prooue at length great breaches, and sliding, leades to falling; slacknesse, to defection; For well it Knoweth, that insensible decays continued, prove At length great Breaches, and sliding, leads to falling; slackness, to defection; c-acp av pn31 vvz, cst j n2 vvd, vvb p-acp n1 j n2, cc vvg, vvz p-acp vvg; n1, p-acp n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 110
1181 and as the least cranny or hole vnstopped, is sufficient to sinke a ship: so the least sinne cherished and vncontrolled, to spill the soule. and as the least cranny or hold unstopped, is sufficient to sink a ship: so the least sin cherished and uncontrolled, to spill the soul. cc c-acp dt ds n1 cc n1 j, vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1: av dt ds n1 vvn cc j-vvn-u, pc-acp vvi dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 110
1182 What faults in these our dayes more pardonable, then the remissenesse of a father to vntoward children? or the carefulnesse of a young man to hold his owne? or the forwardnesse of a man of parts to purchase preferment? And yet we finde, that Eli smarted for the first; What Faults in these our days more pardonable, then the remissness of a father to untoward children? or the carefulness of a young man to hold his own? or the forwardness of a man of parts to purchase preferment? And yet we find, that Eli smarted for the First; q-crq n2 p-acp d po12 n2 av-dc j, cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp j n2? cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pc-acp vvi po31 d? cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi n1? cc av pns12 vvb, cst np1 vvn p-acp dt ord; (6) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 110
1183 and our Sauiour touched the young man in the Gospell for the second; and our Saviour touched the young man in the Gospel for the second; cc po12 n1 vvd dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt ord; (6) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 110
1184 and the very gall of Simon Magus was broken for the third, Act. 8. And therefore a good conscience is, and the very Gall of Simon Magus was broken for the third, Act. 8. And Therefore a good conscience is, cc dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt ord, n1 crd cc av dt j n1 vbz, (6) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 110
1185 and will bee auerse from them all, flying not onely scandalous blemishes, but the first blushes and appearance of euill, and will be averse from them all, flying not only scandalous blemishes, but the First Blushes and appearance of evil, cc vmb vbi j p-acp pno32 d, vvg xx av-j j n2, cc-acp dt ord n2 cc n1 pp-f n-jn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 110
1186 and hauing respect to all Gods Commandements in substance and circumstance, alloweth no man in the wilful breach of any of them, seeme they to flesh and blood neuer so small. and having respect to all God's commandments in substance and circumstance, alloweth no man in the wilful breach of any of them, seem they to Flesh and blood never so small. cc vhg n1 p-acp d ng1 n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, vvz dx n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d pp-f pno32, vvb pns32 p-acp n1 cc n1 av-x av j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 110
1187 For the least leauen of wickednesse, corrupteth the whole masse of goodnesse; and the rich and precious oyntment of a good conscience, is polluted and made impure, For the least leaven of wickedness, corrupteth the Whole mass of Goodness; and the rich and precious ointment of a good conscience, is polluted and made impure, p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f n1, vvz dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1; cc dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt j n1, vbz vvn cc vvd j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 110
1188 if but one dead fly, one deadly sinne be suffered, (I doe not say to light on it) but if with our will it lye, if but one dead fly, one deadly sin be suffered, (I do not say to Light on it) but if with our will it lie, cs cc-acp pi j n1, crd j n1 vbi vvn, (pns11 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31) p-acp cs p-acp po12 n1 pn31 vvi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 110
1189 and dye, and putrifie in it. and die, and putrify in it. cc vvi, cc vvi p-acp pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 110
1190 Auaunt then with Naamans and Herods exception in this, with Anania's and Saphyra's reseruation in that; Avant then with Naamans and Herods exception in this, with Anania's and Saphyra's reservation in that; uh av p-acp np1 cc npg1 n1 p-acp d, p-acp npg1 cc npg1 n1 p-acp d; (6) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 110
1191 with Agrippa's modicum, and perswasion almost to be a Christian, (for this is but almost to bee saued.) Away with the glozing formality, with Agrippa's modicum, and persuasion almost to be a Christian, (for this is but almost to be saved.) Away with the glozing formality, p-acp npg1 n1, cc n1 av pc-acp vbi dt njp, (c-acp d vbz p-acp av pc-acp vbi vvn.) av p-acp dt j-vvg n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 111
1192 and sin-cloking policy of those which make siluer Cawseyes for sinne, that they may goe thereupon thorow the world dry-shod, and sin-cloking policy of those which make silver Cawseyes for sin, that they may go thereupon thorough the world dry-shod, cc j n1 pp-f d r-crq vvb n1 n2 p-acp n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi av p-acp dt n1 j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 111
1193 and steale away to hell with the least noyse of the world. and steal away to hell with the least noise of the world. cc vvi av p-acp n1 p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 111
1194 Away with the mock-holinesse and righteousnesse of those irreligious Statists, which make mans law the scantling of their religion, Away with the mock-holinesse and righteousness of those irreligious Statists, which make men law the scantling of their Religion, av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n2, r-crq n1 ng1 n1 dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 111
1195 and better then that makes them, will not bee; and better then that makes them, will not be; cc jc cs cst vvz pno32, vmb xx vbi; (6) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 111
1196 further then that compels them, will not go, no not an inch, nor so far neither, further then that compels them, will not go, no not an inch, nor so Far neither, av-j av cst vvz pno32, vmb xx vvi, uh-dx xx dt n1, ccx av av-j av-d, (6) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 111
1197 but for feare, thinking all to be well, if the statutes of Omri be obserued. Away with these, and euery of these: but for Fear, thinking all to be well, if the statutes of Omri be observed. Away with these, and every of these: cc-acp p-acp n1, vvg d pc-acp vbi av, cs dt n2 pp-f np1 vbi vvn. av p-acp d, cc d pp-f d: (6) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 111
1198 for none of these can stand with the religion, price, praise and peace of a good conscience. for none of these can stand with the Religion, price, praise and peace of a good conscience. c-acp pix pp-f d vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 111
1199 It is but halfe a mans honesty to be no better then the law of man makes him, which reformeth but that (if all that) which the world sees, out of the dāger wherof a wicked mā may liue. It is but half a men honesty to be no better then the law of man makes him, which reformeth but that (if all that) which the world sees, out of the danger whereof a wicked man may live. pn31 vbz p-acp j-jn dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vbi dx jc cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz pno31, r-crq vvz p-acp d (cs d d) r-crq dt n1 vvz, av pp-f dt n1 c-crq dt j n1 vmb vvi. (6) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 111
1200 If he haue not a great man to his enemy, or but a great man to be his friend, (whose liuery as the world goes, is countenance enough to keepe drunkennes from the stockes, whoredome from the post, coozenage from the pillory, If he have not a great man to his enemy, or but a great man to be his friend, (whose livery as the world Goes, is countenance enough to keep Drunkenness from the stocks, whoredom from the post, cozenage from the pillory, cs pns31 vhb xx dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vbi po31 n1, (rg-crq n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz, vbz n1 av-d pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n2, n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 111
1201 and theft too from the gallowes.) The law of man doth but looke to the outward facts, and theft too from the gallows.) The law of man does but look to the outward facts, cc n1 av p-acp dt n2.) dt n1 pp-f n1 vdz p-acp vvi p-acp dt j n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 111
1202 and pruneth (when it doth best) but the outrage of euill actions; and pruneth (when it does best) but the outrage of evil actions; cc vvz (c-crq pn31 vdz av-js) p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 111
1203 but the rule and religion of a good conscience looketh higher to God, and pierceth deeper euen to the inward man, examineth the heart, reformeth bad opinions, but the Rule and Religion of a good conscience looks higher to God, and pierces Deeper even to the inward man, examineth the heart, reformeth bad opinions, cc-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvz jc p-acp np1, cc vvz avc-jn av-j p-acp dt j n1, vvz dt n1, vvz j n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 112
1204 and base affections, and makes him in whom it beareth sway, to be a law vnto himselfe, beyond the reach of all humane lawes whatsoeuer, and base affections, and makes him in whom it bears sway, to be a law unto himself, beyond the reach of all humane laws whatsoever, cc j n2, cc vvz pno31 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vvz n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp px31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2 r-crq, (6) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 112
1205 and so bindes him to serue the true God with a true heart, in a true manner; and so binds him to serve the true God with a true heart, in a true manner; cc av vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi dt j np1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 112
1206 to serue God immediately in true holinesse and integrity, without exception, hypocrisie or superstition, and men subordinately for Gods sake, in righteousnesse, peace and amity, without fraud, oppression, schisme and contention. to serve God immediately in true holiness and integrity, without exception, hypocrisy or Superstition, and men subordinately for God's sake, in righteousness, peace and amity, without fraud, oppression, Schism and contention. pc-acp vvi np1 av-j p-acp j n1 cc n1, p-acp n1, n1 cc n1, cc n2 av-j p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp n1, n1 cc n1, p-acp n1, n1, n1 cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 112
1207 Wherefore, to apply my selfe to the capacities of all in generall, and to speake home to the consciences of euery one in particular: Wherefore, to apply my self to the capacities of all in general, and to speak home to the Consciences of every one in particular: c-crq, pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi av-an p-acp dt n2 pp-f d crd p-acp j: (6) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 112
1208 Tell me, I pray', Art thou a man of ciuill fashion, a reputed honest man, of faire comportment and condition, one that liuest quietly with thy neighbours, giuest almes cheerfully, in trading art at a word, in payments and promises keepest day and touch, in all thy dealings obseruest equity and truth, Tell me, I pray, Art thou a man of civil fashion, a reputed honest man, of fair comportment and condition, one that Livest quietly with thy neighbours, givest alms cheerfully, in trading art At a word, in payments and promises Keepest day and touch, in all thy dealings observest equity and truth, vvb pno11, pns11 uh, vb2r pns21 dt n1 pp-f j n1, dt j-vvn j n1, pp-f j n1 cc n1, pi cst vv2 av-jn p-acp po21 n2, vv2 n2 av-j, p-acp vvg n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp n2 cc n2 vv2 n1 cc n1, p-acp d po21 n2-vvg vv2 n1 cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 112
1209 and payest euery man his due? It is well; and payest every man his endue? It is well; cc vv2 d n1 po31 n-jn? pn31 vbz av; (6) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 112
1210 why then, let God haue his due too, pay him the prime seruice of holinesse, holines is his due; why then, let God have his endue too, pay him the prime service of holiness, holiness is his endue; q-crq av, vvb np1 vhi po31 n-jn av, vvb pno31 dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, n1 vbz po31 n-jn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 112
1211 thou maist reade it in the forehead of the high Priest, Exod. 28. and heare it from the mouth of the Seraphim thrice repeated, Esa. 6. to teach what is chiefe in him, what should be chiefe in vs, thou Mayest read it in the forehead of the high Priest, Exod 28. and hear it from the Mouth of the Seraphim thrice repeated, Isaiah 6. to teach what is chief in him, what should be chief in us, pns21 vm2 vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, np1 crd cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 av vvn, np1 crd pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp pno31, r-crq vmd vbi j-jn p-acp pno12, (6) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 112
1212 and whereunto chiefly we ought to direct our seruice. Pay then vnto him this due, and performe this duty of holinesse. and whereunto chiefly we ought to Direct our service. Pay then unto him this endue, and perform this duty of holiness. cc c-crq av-jn pns12 pi pc-acp vvi po12 n1. n1 av p-acp pno31 d n-jn, cc vvi d n1 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 112
1213 Follow peace and holines, without which thou canst not see God, Heb. 12. Follow peace and holiness, without which thou Canst not see God, Hebrew 12. vvb n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq pns21 vm2 xx vvi np1, np1 crd (6) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 113
1214 Giue to him this holy seruice in secreto Sanctorum, in thy Closet, or bed-Chamber, in thy priuate deuotion alone, at any time of the day or night, Give to him this holy service in secreto Sanctorum, in thy Closet, or bed-Chamber, in thy private devotion alone, At any time of the day or night, vvb p-acp pno31 d j n1 p-acp av fw-la, p-acp po21 n1, cc n1, p-acp po21 j n1 av-j, p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 113
1215 as the good Spirit shall mooue thee; as the good Spirit shall move thee; c-acp dt j n1 vmb vvi pno21; (6) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 113
1216 giue it to him especially with thy family, morning and euening, speake to him holily in Prayer, heare him reuerently in the Word, conferre with him religiously in Meditation, which is the life of hearing, the strength of praying, the mother of practising. give it to him especially with thy family, morning and evening, speak to him holily in Prayer, hear him reverently in the Word, confer with him religiously in Meditation, which is the life of hearing, the strength of praying, the mother of practising. vvb pn31 p-acp pno31 av-j p-acp po21 n1, n1 cc n1, vvb p-acp pno31 av-j p-acp n1, vvb pno31 av-j p-acp dt n1, vvb p-acp pno31 av-j p-acp n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg, dt n1 pp-f vvg, dt n1 pp-f vvg. (6) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 113
1217 More especially, on his holy Sabbath, in his holy Sanctuary, at the receiuing of his holy Sacrament, More especially, on his holy Sabbath, in his holy Sanctuary, At the receiving of his holy Sacrament, av-dc av-j, p-acp po31 j n1, p-acp po31 j n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 113
1218 when and where thy holinesse should bee at holiest, come before him, and worship him cum decore sancto, with an holy kinde of decencie, when and where thy holiness should be At Holiest, come before him, and worship him cum decore sancto, with an holy kind of decency, c-crq cc c-crq po21 n1 vmd vbi p-acp js, vvb p-acp pno31, cc vvb pno31 fw-la fw-fr fw-la, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 113
1219 or in the beauty of holinesse, with godlinesse and grauity, deuoutly honouring the publike Ministery, or in the beauty of holiness, with godliness and gravity, devoutly honouring the public Ministry, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, av-j vvg dt j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 113
1220 and in all, carrying thy selfe most reuerently, as Gods humble and holy seruant should doe, and in all, carrying thy self most reverently, as God's humble and holy servant should do, cc p-acp d, vvg po21 n1 av-ds av-j, c-acp ng1 j cc j n1 vmd vdi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 113
1221 and not in a stately surly kinde of holinesse, or homely fellowlike familiarity, as many (turning their phantasticall NONLATINALPHABET, into Pharisaicall NONLATINALPHABET) haue done, and not in a stately surly kind of holiness, or homely fellowlike familiarity, as many (turning their fantastical, into Pharisaical) have done, cc xx p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f n1, cc j av n1, c-acp d (vvg po32 j, p-acp j) vhb vdn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 113
1222 and some yet at this day doe, and which is worst, thinke, of right they must doe so, &c. and Some yet At this day do, and which is worst, think, of right they must do so, etc. cc d av p-acp d n1 vdb, cc r-crq vbz js, vvb, pp-f j-jn pns32 vmb vdi av, av (6) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 113
1223 Againe, on the other side, art thou a man which makest more then ordinary profession of godlinesse, frequentest diligently the outward exercises of Religion, hearest Sermons and Lectures, readest Gods Booke much and oft, communicatest with due and dutifull preparation, and art zealous in refraining from open disorders on the Sabbath day, Again, on the other side, art thou a man which Makest more then ordinary profession of godliness, frequentest diligently the outward exercises of Religion, Hearst Sermons and Lectures, Readest God's Book much and oft, communicatest with due and dutiful preparation, and art zealous in refraining from open disorders on the Sabbath day, av, p-acp dt j-jn n1, vb2r pns21 dt n1 r-crq vv2 av-dc cs j n1 pp-f n1, js av-j dt j n2 pp-f n1, vv2 n2 cc n2, vv2 n2 n1 av-d cc av, vv2 p-acp j-jn cc j n1, cc n1 j p-acp vvg p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 114
1224 and in restraining thy family, and such as depend and attend vpon thee, from making it a day of bodily labour, a day of riotous eating and drinking, a day of lustfull and vnlawfull gaming (too common euery where) that thou mayest consecrate it, and in restraining thy family, and such as depend and attend upon thee, from making it a day of bodily labour, a day of riotous eating and drinking, a day of lustful and unlawful gaming (too Common every where) that thou Mayest consecrate it, cc p-acp vvg po21 n1, cc d c-acp vvb cc vvi p-acp pno21, p-acp vvg pn31 dt n1 pp-f j n1, dt n1 pp-f j n-vvg cc vvg, dt n1 pp-f j cc j-u n-vvg (av j d q-crq) cst pns21 vm2 vvi pn31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 114
1225 as glorious vnto the Lord, by both publike and priuate hearing and reading the Word, by conference, Prayer, as glorious unto the Lord, by both public and private hearing and reading the Word, by conference, Prayer, c-acp j p-acp dt n1, p-acp d j cc j n-vvg cc vvg dt n1, p-acp n1, n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 114
1226 and thankefull praysing of God? Certainely thou doest well, and tis very like thou hast a good conscience towards God. and thankful praising of God? Certainly thou dost well, and this very like thou hast a good conscience towards God. cc j vvg pp-f np1? av-j pns21 vd2 av, cc pn31|vbz av av-j pns21 vh2 dt j n1 p-acp np1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 114
1227 But yet grow not heereupon presumptuous; But yet grow not hereupon presumptuous; p-acp av vvb xx av j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 114
1228 take not hence liberty, as some doe, to pay no debts, to put money to Vsury, to rent-racke thy Tenants, to deny the Magistrate his due of obedience and recompence, the Minister his due of reuerence and maintenance, to be disdainefull of thy brethren, couetous, reuengefull, and vncharitably censorious; take not hence liberty, as Some do, to pay no debts, to put money to Usury, to rent-racke thy Tenants, to deny the Magistrate his due of Obedience and recompense, the Minister his due of Reverence and maintenance, to be disdainful of thy brothers, covetous, revengeful, and uncharitably censorious; vvb xx av n1, c-acp d vdb, pc-acp vvi dx n2, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 po21 n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 po31 j-jn pp-f n1 cc n1, dt n1 po31 j-jn pp-f n1 cc n1, pc-acp vbi j pp-f po21 n2, j, j, cc av-j j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 114
1229 as if righteousnesse, peace, and amity towards men, were not as well a part of Gods seruice, as if righteousness, peace, and amity towards men, were not as well a part of God's service, c-acp cs n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp n2, vbdr xx c-acp av dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 114
1230 and a duty of good conscience, as well as holinesse and piety towards God. Yes, yes: and a duty of good conscience, as well as holiness and piety towards God. Yes, yes: cc dt n1 pp-f j n1, c-acp av c-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp np1. uh, uh: (6) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 114
1231 He that doth a good piece of Iustice downeward, or tendreth his duty to his Superiour vpward, He that does a good piece of justice downward, or tendereth his duty to his Superior upward, pns31 cst vdz dt j n1 pp-f n1 av-j, cc vvz po31 n1 p-acp po31 j-jn j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 114
1232 and dealeth equally with his euen-Christian neighbours, procuring things honest and of good report before them, and deals equally with his euen-Christian neighbours, procuring things honest and of good report before them, cc vvz av-j p-acp po31 j n2, vvg n2 j cc pp-f j n1 p-acp pno32, (6) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 114
1233 and desiring, as much as in him lieth, to haue peace with all men: Hee (I say) in so doing, doth not onely deale well with men, and desiring, as much as in him lies, to have peace with all men: He (I say) in so doing, does not only deal well with men, cc vvg, c-acp d c-acp p-acp pno31 vvz, pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp d n2: pns31 (pns11 vvb) p-acp av vdg, vdz xx av-j vvi av p-acp n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 114
1234 but doth God good seruice also, and when he commeth from Church, going about these things, may say truely; Hee goes to serue God: but does God good service also, and when he comes from Church, going about these things, may say truly; He Goes to serve God: cc-acp vdz n1 j n1 av, cc c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1, vvg p-acp d n2, vmb vvi av-j; pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi np1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 115
1235 and this seruice of righteousnesse, peace, and loue towards men, a good conscience requireth and inioyneth, and this service of righteousness, peace, and love towards men, a good conscience requires and enjoin, cc d n1 pp-f n1, n1, cc vvi p-acp n2, dt j n1 vvz cc vvb, (6) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 115
1236 as well as the other of holinesse, filiall feare, and religious worship towards God: as well as the other of holiness, filial Fear, and religious worship towards God: c-acp av c-acp dt n-jn pp-f n1, j n1, cc j n1 p-acp np1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 115
1237 and so requireth and exacteth both in all, that it will not haue, either the one, to wit, Holinesse, to be snuffing, puffing, short-winded, and so requires and exacteth both in all, that it will not have, either the one, to wit, Holiness, to be snuffing, puffing, short-winded, cc av vvz cc vvz d p-acp d, cst pn31 vmb xx vhi, d dt pi, pc-acp vvi, n1, pc-acp vbi vvg, vvg, j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 115
1238 and out of breath, as theirs was, Mal. 1. Or the other, to wit, Righteousnesse, to be as a morning cloud, soone scattered and dissolued, and out of breath, as theirs was, Malachi 1. Or the other, to wit, Righteousness, to be as a morning cloud, soon scattered and dissolved, cc av pp-f n1, c-acp png32 vbds, np1 crd cc dt n-jn, pc-acp vvi, n1, pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 n1, av vvn cc vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 115
1239 as theirs was, Hos. 6. But both lasting and induring NONLATINALPHABET Alwayes, for all the dayes of our life, that in an holy kinde of righteousnesse, as theirs was, Hos. 6. But both lasting and enduring Always, for all the days of our life, that in an holy kind of righteousness, c-acp png32 vbds, np1 crd p-acp d j-vvg cc vvg av, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, cst p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 115
1240 and a righteous kind of holinesse, we serue God from day to day, as long as there is a day left to serue him in; and a righteous kind of holiness, we serve God from day to day, as long as there is a day left to serve him in; cc dt j n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vvb np1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, c-acp av-j c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp; (6) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 115
1241 and that so we may bee pure and without offence vntill the Day of the Lord, filled with the fruits of Righteousnesse and Holinesse, which are by Iesus Christ, and that so we may be pure and without offence until the Day of the Lord, filled with the fruits of Righteousness and Holiness, which Are by Iesus christ, cc cst av pns12 vmb vbi j cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq vbr p-acp np1 np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 115
1242 vnto the glory and praise of God, Phil. 1. 11. unto the glory and praise of God, Philip 1. 11. p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd (6) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 115
1243 So then, to make a corollary of the premises, and a recollection of that which at diuers times before you hath beene deliuered, concerning the hauing and discharging of a good conscience alwayes towards God and men; So then, to make a Corollary of the premises, and a recollection of that which At diverse times before you hath been Delivered, Concerning the having and discharging of a good conscience always towards God and men; av av, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cc dt n1 pp-f d r-crq p-acp j n2 p-acp pn22 vhz vbn vvn, vvg dt j-vvg cc vvg pp-f dt j n1 av p-acp np1 cc n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 115
1244 I will now, for your better instruction and edification, humbly commend to your sanctified memories obseruation and imitation too, this Summary conclusion, I will now, for your better instruction and edification, humbly commend to your sanctified memories observation and imitation too, this Summary conclusion, pns11 vmb av, p-acp po22 jc n1 cc n1, av-j vvb p-acp po22 j-vvn n2 n1 cc n1 av, d n1 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 115
1245 as a liuely Character of a sound conscionable Christian. as a lively Character of a found conscionable Christian. c-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j j njp. (6) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 115
1246 A sound conscionable Christian is he, who (hauing his conscience inlightened by sauing knowledge in Gods Word, A found conscionable Christian is he, who (having his conscience enlightened by Saving knowledge in God's Word, dt j j np1 vbz pns31, r-crq (vhg po31 n1 vvn p-acp vvg n1 p-acp npg1 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 116
1247 and purged by faith in Christs Blood, from the guilt and punishment of sinne, and from dead workes, to serue the liuing Lord) walketh cheerefully and constantly in the way of life, which God hath chalked foorth vnto him, not wishing it to bee wider or smoother, and purged by faith in Christ Blood, from the guilt and punishment of sin, and from dead works, to serve the living Lord) walks cheerfully and constantly in the Way of life, which God hath chalked forth unto him, not wishing it to be wider or smoother, cc vvn p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi dt j-vvg n1) vvz av-j cc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq np1 vhz vvn av p-acp pno31, xx vvg pn31 pc-acp vbi jc cc jc, (6) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 116
1248 but going on therein vprightly and freely, neither stooping vnder the burthen of a willing sinne, but going on therein uprightly and freely, neither stooping under the burden of a willing sin, cc-acp vvg a-acp av av-j cc av-j, av-dx vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 116
1249 nor fettered with the gieues of vniust scruples. nor fettered with the gieues of unjust scruples. ccx vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 116
1250 He alwayes pondereth his paths, and ordereth his wayes aright, not regarding so much to be applauded of men, He always pondereth his paths, and Ordereth his ways aright, not regarding so much to be applauded of men, pns31 av vvz po31 n2, cc vvz po31 n2 av, xx vvg av av-d pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 116
1251 as to bee approoued of God; as to be approved of God; c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 116
1252 not looking so much to what hee might doe by his power, as what he ought to doe for his praise; not looking so much to what he might do by his power, as what he ought to do for his praise; xx vvg av av-d p-acp r-crq pns31 vmd vdi p-acp po31 n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vmd pc-acp vdi p-acp po31 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 116
1253 being neither voluntary Agent, nor forced Instrument, in that which is vnlawfull to bee done, being neither voluntary Agent, nor forced Instrument, in that which is unlawful to be done, vbg dx j-jn n1, ccx vvd n1, p-acp d r-crq vbz j pc-acp vbi vdn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 116
1254 but holding all his sences and members within Couenants, for their good behauiour in that behalfe. but holding all his Senses and members within Covenants, for their good behaviour in that behalf. cc-acp vvg d po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp n2, p-acp po32 j n1 p-acp d n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 116
1255 If his wisedome and vertue aduance him to any place or office of command and authority, he glorieth not therein as in a Chaire of State, If his Wisdom and virtue advance him to any place or office of command and Authority, he Glorieth not therein as in a Chair of State, cs po31 n1 cc n1 vvi pno31 p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pns31 vvz xx av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 116
1256 or Farme of commodity, but is glad thereof, onely as a meanes of furthering his reckoning, and pleasuring his Countrey: or Farm of commodity, but is glad thereof, only as a means of furthering his reckoning, and pleasuring his Country: cc n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp vbz j av, av-j c-acp dt n2 pp-f j-vvg png31 n-vvg, cc vvg po31 n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 116
1257 wherein he wisely and worthily demeaneth himselfe, so cherishing and countenancing wheresoeuer hee comes and hath to doe, religious, sober, wherein he wisely and worthily demeaneth himself, so cherishing and countenancing wheresoever he comes and hath to doe, religious, Sobrium, c-crq pns31 av-j cc av-j vvz px31, av vvg cc vvg c-crq pns31 vvz cc vhz p-acp n1, j, j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 116
1258 and honest liuers, that hee dares not affoord a good looke to naughty Varlets and notorious offenders. and honest livers, that he dares not afford a good look to naughty Varlets and notorious offenders. cc j n2, cst pns31 vvz xx vvi dt j n1 p-acp j n2 cc j n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 117
1259 Hee waigheth all matters, not according to the common beame of custome and opinion, but at the golden Standard of Gods Sanctuary: He waigheth all matters, not according to the Common beam of custom and opinion, but At the golden Standard of God's Sanctuary: pns31 vvz d n2, xx vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 117
1260 Truth hee exerciseth, as well in the censure of persons, as iudgement of things, and will not iustifie the wicked through bribery or flattery; Truth he Exerciseth, as well in the censure of Persons, as judgement of things, and will not justify the wicked through bribery or flattery; n1 pns31 vvz, c-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, c-acp n1 pp-f n2, cc vmb xx vvi dt j p-acp n1 cc n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 117
1261 neither condemne the righteous through malice or enuy for a world. neither condemn the righteous through malice or envy for a world. av-dx vvb dt j p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 117
1262 Being called therunto, he giueth plaine testimony to the truth, as well for smal as great, stranger as brother, Being called thereunto, he gives plain testimony to the truth, as well for small as great, stranger as brother, vbg vvn av, pns31 vvz j n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp av c-acp j c-acp j, jc p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 117
1263 and oweth so much to the Author of truth, that he will not paint potsheards, and say, Falshood is truth, or truth falshood; and owes so much to the Author of truth, that he will not paint potsherds, and say, Falsehood is truth, or truth falsehood; cc vvz av av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi n2, cc vvi, n1 vbz n1, cc n1 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 117
1264 Good euil, or euill good, for any feare or fauour whatsoeuer. Good evil, or evil good, for any Fear or favour whatsoever. av-j j-jn, cc j-jn j, c-acp d n1 cc n1 r-crq. (6) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 117
1265 According to his meanes and ability, he keepeth his house well, and therein is mercifull and bounteous; According to his means and ability, he Keepeth his house well, and therein is merciful and bounteous; vvg p-acp po31 n2 cc n1, pns31 vvz po31 n1 av, cc av vbz j cc j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 117
1266 but his Church better, and therein is deuout and religious: hee looketh so to the Church, that the Common-wealth receiues no detriment; but his Church better, and therein is devout and religious: he looks so to the Church, that the Commonwealth receives no detriment; cc-acp po31 n1 av-jc, cc av vbz j cc j: pns31 vvz av p-acp dt n1, cst dt n1 vvz dx n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 117
1267 and so maintaines holinesse and piety in the one, that he neglects not vpright dealing and equity in the other: and so maintains holiness and piety in the one, that he neglects not upright dealing and equity in the other: cc av vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp dt pi, cst pns31 vvz xx av-j vvg cc n1 p-acp dt n-jn: (6) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 117
1268 turne him what way soeuer you will, hee is euer the same, and will doe well: turn him what Way soever you will, he is ever the same, and will do well: vvb pno31 r-crq n1 av pn22 vmb, pns31 vbz av dt d, cc vmb vdi av: (6) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 117
1269 turne him to God, to his neighbour, to company, to himselfe alone, put him in office, out of office, turne him loose to all occasions, references, turn him to God, to his neighbour, to company, to himself alone, put him in office, out of office, turn him lose to all occasions, references, vvb pno31 p-acp np1, p-acp po31 n1, p-acp n1, p-acp px31 av-j, vvd pno31 p-acp n1, av pp-f n1, vvb pno31 vvi p-acp d n2, n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 117
1270 and occurrences, hee holds his owne, and walkes honestly, honourably, warily, worthily, praise-worthily in all things, and occurrences, he holds his own, and walks honestly, honourably, warily, worthily, praise-worthily in all things, cc n2, pns31 vvz po31 d, cc vvz av-j, av-j, av-j, av-j, j p-acp d n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 117
1271 and wil not, to gaine any thing, though neuer so precious, leape ouer the pales, or goe out of the Paradise of a good conscience. and will not, to gain any thing, though never so precious, leap over the pales, or go out of the Paradise of a good conscience. cc vmb xx, pc-acp vvi d n1, cs av-x av j, vvi a-acp dt n2, cc vvi av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 118
1272 In a word, all his dealings are square and aboue the boord; in his promises and payments hee keepeth day and touch; In a word, all his dealings Are square and above the board; in his promises and payments he Keepeth day and touch; p-acp dt n1, d po31 n2-vvg vbr j-jn cc p-acp dt n1; p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 pns31 vvz n1 cc n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 118
1273 his word is his parchment, his yea his oath, which he will not violate for any feare or losse; his word is his parchment, his yea his oath, which he will not violate for any Fear or loss; po31 n1 vbz po31 n1, po31 uh po31 n1, r-crq pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp d n1 cc n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 118
1274 hee is a faithfull Clyent of truth and honesty, and in the plaine way thereof goeth on confidently, he is a faithful Client of truth and honesty, and in the plain Way thereof Goes on confidently, pns31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 av vvz a-acp av-j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 118
1275 and will either triumph in his integrity, or suffer with it. To conclude, his soule is euery day dilated and inlarged to receiue God and goodnesse; and will either triumph in his integrity, or suffer with it. To conclude, his soul is every day dilated and enlarged to receive God and Goodness; cc vmb d n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi p-acp pn31. p-acp vvi, po31 n1 vbz d n1 j-vvn cc vvn pc-acp vvi np1 cc n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 118
1276 and is so taken vp with heauenly contemplation and contentments, that he lookes often as one displeased, on earthly pleasures and preferments: and is so taken up with heavenly contemplation and contentment's, that he looks often as one displeased, on earthly pleasures and preferments: cc vbz av vvn a-acp p-acp j n1 cc n2, cst pns31 vvz av c-acp pi vvn, p-acp j n2 cc n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 118
1277 he is very well prouided for both worlds, and is sure of peace and comfort here, he is very well provided for both world's, and is sure of peace and Comfort Here, pns31 vbz av av vvn p-acp d n2, cc vbz j pp-f n1 cc n1 av, (6) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 118
1278 and of glory, and a glorious Kingdome hereafter. and of glory, and a glorious Kingdom hereafter. cc pp-f n1, cc dt j n1 av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 118
1279 This, this is the sound Christian, which hath gotten the inestimable treasure of an vpright conscience; This, this is the found Christian, which hath got the inestimable treasure of an upright conscience; d, d vbz dt j njp, r-crq vhz vvn dt j n1 pp-f dt av-j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 118
1280 that true Diamond, which flings beames of solace vpon the soule. that true Diamond, which flings beams of solace upon the soul. cst j n1, r-crq vvz n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 118
1281 This is the conscionable man, whose praise and reward is of God, though the diuell and world storme and burst for enuie. This is the conscionable man, whose praise and reward is of God, though the Devil and world storm and burst for envy. d vbz dt j n1, rg-crq n1 cc n1 vbz pp-f np1, cs dt n1 cc n1 n1 cc vvi p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 118
1282 Such a one, be he Minister or Magistrate, be he Witnesse, Iuror, Clerke or Aduocate whatsoeuer his place or calling be, (as Dauids souldiers said of him) is worth a thousand of the common sort, who feare to haue a name to feare God, Such a one, be he Minister or Magistrate, be he Witness, Juror, Clerk or Advocate whatsoever his place or calling be, (as David Soldiers said of him) is worth a thousand of the Common sort, who Fear to have a name to Fear God, d dt pi, vbb pns31 n1 cc n1, vbb pns31 vvb, n1, n1 cc n1 r-crq po31 n1 cc n-vvg vbi, (c-acp npg1 n2 vvd pp-f pno31) vbz j dt crd pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vvb pc-acp vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 118
1283 and to bee charged with sincerity. and to be charged with sincerity. cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 118
1284 Such a one (as you haue heard) the elect vessell of grace, and lowd Clarion of the Gospell, Saint Paul was, Such a one (as you have herd) the elect vessel of grace, and loud Clarion of the Gospel, Saint Paul was, d dt pi (c-acp pn22 vhb vvn) dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n1, cc j np1 pp-f dt n1, n1 np1 vbds, (6) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 119
1285 and, according to my Text, indeuoured still to be. and, according to my Text, endeavoured still to be. cc, vvg p-acp po11 n1, vvd av pc-acp vbi. (6) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 119
1286 Oh then, that in vs the fire of ••le for imitation of him, could so bee enkin•••d, that herein, O then, that in us the fire of ••le for imitation of him, could so be enkin•••d, that herein, uh av, cst p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f j c-acp n1 pp-f pno31, vmd av vbi vvn, cst av, (6) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 119
1287 and therein conscionably comporting our selues in our seuerall vocations, we might, euery one for himselfe, bee inabled to say truly as well as he; and therein Conscionably comporting our selves in our several vocations, we might, every one for himself, be enabled to say truly as well as he; cc av av-j vvg po12 n2 p-acp po12 j n2, pns12 vmd, d pi p-acp px31, vbb vvn pc-acp vvi av-j c-acp av c-acp pns31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 119
1288 Herein doe I indeuour my selfe to haue alwayes an vpright conscience towards God and men. Herein do I endeavour my self to have always an upright conscience towards God and men. av vdb pns11 vvi po11 n1 pc-acp vhi av dt av-j n1 p-acp np1 cc n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 119
1289 Which that wee may all, (Fathers and Brethren) both say and doe, let vs humbly and heartily beseech Amighty God of his abundant grace and mercy to grant, Which that we may all, (Father's and Brothers) both say and do, let us humbly and heartily beseech Almighty God of his abundant grace and mercy to grant, r-crq d pns12 vmb av-d, (n2 cc n2) d vvb cc vdb, vvb pno12 av-j cc av-j vvb j-jn n1 pp-f po31 j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 119
1290 and for this end to giue to that which hath been deliuered, such a generall blessing, according to our particular necessities, that thereby such consciences as are dead and dull, may be quickened; and for this end to give to that which hath been Delivered, such a general blessing, according to our particular necessities, that thereby such Consciences as Are dead and dull, may be quickened; cc p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d r-crq vhz vbn vvn, d dt j n1, vvg p-acp po12 j n2, cst av d n2 c-acp vbr j cc j, vmb vbi vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 119
1291 such as are blind and erronious, may bee inlightened; such as are in a slumber, may bee awakened; such as are tender, confirmed; such as Are blind and erroneous, may be enlightened; such as Are in a slumber, may be awakened; such as Are tender, confirmed; d c-acp vbr j cc j, vmb vbi vvn; d c-acp vbr p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi vvn; d c-acp vbr j, vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 119
1292 such as are heauie and pensiue, comforted; such as Are heavy and pensive, comforted; d c-acp vbr j cc j, vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 119
1293 and all, some way or other, bettered, through the powerfull operation of his gracious Spirit, to the eternall praise of his glorious Name in Iesus Christ, his onely Sonne, and our onely Sauiour: and all, Some Way or other, bettered, through the powerful operation of his gracious Spirit, to the Eternal praise of his glorious Name in Iesus christ, his only Son, and our only Saviour: cc d, d n1 cc n-jn, vvn, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 j n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp np1 np1, po31 j n1, cc po12 j n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 119
1294 to whom, with the Father, and the holy Ghost, bee ascribed all glory and honour, now, and for euer. Amen. FINIS. to whom, with the Father, and the holy Ghost, be ascribed all glory and honour, now, and for ever. Amen. FINIS. p-acp ro-crq, p-acp dt n1, cc dt j n1, vbb vvn d n1 cc n1, av, cc p-acp av. uh-n. fw-la. (6) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 119

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1104 0 Pro. 11. 17. Pro 11. 17. np1 crd crd
1105 0 Amos 5. 12. Amos 5. 12. np1 crd crd
1107 0 Acts 27. Acts 27. n2 crd
1107 1 Acts 8. Acts 8. n2 crd
1108 0 Iob 15. 34. Job 15. 34. np1 crd crd
1109 0 Pro. 21. 6. Pro 21. 6. np1 crd crd
1114 0 2. King. 6. 8. 2. King. 6. 8. crd n1. crd crd
1115 0 Iosh. 7. Joshua 7. np1 crd
1116 0 2. Sam. 11. 2. Sam. 11. crd np1 crd
1116 1 Ezek. 8. 12. Ezekiel 8. 12. np1 crd crd
1118 0 Luk. 5. 35. Deut. 23. 19. Luk. 5. 35. Deuteronomy 23. 19. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd
1120 0 Mica. 6. 10. Mica. 6. 10. np1. crd crd
1123 0 Amos 6. 12. Amos 6. 12. np1 crd crd
1123 1 Ier. 5. 28. Jeremiah 5. 28. np1 crd crd
1125 0 Esa. 5. 18. Isaiah 5. 18. np1 crd crd
1128 0 Prou. 19. 28. Prou. 19. 28. np1 crd crd
1133 0 2. Sam. 1 ▪ 2. Sam. 1 ▪ crd np1 vvn ▪
1134 0 Prou. 22. 8. Prou. 22. 8. np1 crd crd
1136 0 Iude, vers. 6. Iude, vers. 6. np1, fw-la. crd
1138 0 Esa. 33. 14. Isaiah 33. 14. np1 crd crd
1141 0 1. Sam. 20. 1. Sam. 20. crd np1 crd
1142 0 1. Sam. 1. 8. 1. Sam. 1. 8. crd np1 crd crd
1144 0 Psal. 10•. Psalm 10•. np1 n1.
1146 0 Text. Text. np1
1147 0 4. Part. Doct. 9. 4. Part. Doct. 9. crd n1 np1 crd
1149 0 Chrysost. Chrysostom np1
1150 0 Iam. 1. 27. Iam. 1. 27. np1 crd crd
1151 0 2. Cor. 8. 21. 2. Cor. 8. 21. crd np1 crd crd
1151 1 Rom. 15. 2. Rom. 15. 2. np1 crd crd
1153 0 Ephes. 4 ▪ 4. Ephesians 4 ▪ 4. np1 crd ▪ crd
1157 0 Math. 22. 21. Math. 22. 21. np1 crd crd
1159 0 Tit. 2. 12. Tit. 2. 12. np1 crd crd
1161 0 Isod. Isod. np1.
1163 0 1. Piè. 2. Iustè. 3. Sobriè. 1. Piè. 2. Just. 3. Sobriè. crd fw-fr. crd j. crd fw-fr.
1172 0 Math. 22. 38. Math. 22. 38. np1 crd crd
1181 0 Chrysost. Chrysostom np1
1183 0 1. Sam. 4. 1. Sam. 4. crd np1 crd
1183 1 Mark. 10. 21. Act. 8. 23. Mark. 10. 21. Act. 8. 23. n1. crd crd n1 crd crd
1186 0 Psal. 119. 6. Psalm 119. 6. np1 crd crd
1187 0 Iam. 2. 10. Iam. 2. 10. np1 crd crd
1188 0 Eccl. 10. Ecclesiastes 10. np1 crd
1190 0 •. King. 5. ••rk. 6. 〈 ◊ 〉 5. •. King. 5. ••rk. 6. 〈 ◊ 〉 5. •. n1. crd n1. crd 〈 sy 〉 crd
1191 0 Acts 26. 28. Acts 26. 28. vvz crd crd
1197 0 Mica. 6. 16. Mica. 6. 16. np1. crd crd
1207 0 Application generall and particular. Application general and particular. n1 n1 cc j.
1210 0 Exod. 28. 36. Exod 28. 36. np1 crd crd
1211 0 Esa. 6. 3. Isaiah 6. 3. np1 crd crd
1213 0 Heb. 12. 14. Hebrew 12. 14. np1 crd crd
1218 0 Psal. 96. 9. 1. Thes. 4. 1. Tim. 2. 2. Psalm 96. 9. 1. Thebes 4. 1. Tim. 2. 2. np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd
1232 0 Phil. 4. 9. Rom. 12. 17. Philip 4. 9. Rom. 12. 17. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd
1237 0 Mal. 1. 13. Malachi 1. 13. np1 crd crd
1238 0 Hos. 6. 4. Hos. 6. 4. np1 crd crd
1246 0 The Character of a conscionable Christian. The Character of a conscionable Christian. dt n1 pp-f dt j njp.
1282 0 2. Sam. 18. 3. 2. Sam. 18. 3. crd np1 crd crd