The life and funeral sermon of the Reverend Mr. Thomas Brand Dr. Samuel Annesley.

Annesley, Samuel, 1620?-1696
Publisher: Printed for John Dunton
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1692
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A25469 ESTC ID: R16341 STC ID: A3230
Subject Headings: Brand, Thomas, 1635-1691; Funeral sermons; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 THE Reverend Mr. BRAND's Funeral Sermon. Josh. 1.2. Moses my Servant is dead, now therefore arise, &c. THE Reverend Mr. BRAND's Funeral Sermon. Josh. 1.2. Moses my Servant is dead, now Therefore arise, etc. dt n-jn n1 ng1 n1 n1. np1 crd. np1 po11 n1 vbz j, av av vvi, av (5) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 81
1 THE Occasion of this Assembly is more than ordinarily doleful, Oh, that God would direct and bless what I have to say, that the Consequence may be proportionably profitable! THE Occasion of this Assembly is more than ordinarily doleful, O, that God would Direct and bless what I have to say, that the Consequence may be proportionably profitable! dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz av-dc cs av-jn j, uh, cst np1 vmd vvi cc vvb r-crq pns11 vhb pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 vmb vbi av-j j! (6) introduction (DIV2) 2 Page 81
2 How God spake these words to Joshua, is doubtful. How God spoke these words to joshua, is doubtful. c-crq np1 vvd d n2 p-acp np1, vbz j. (6) introduction (DIV2) 2 Page 81
3 It was not immediately by himself, God spake to none, as he spake to Moses, face to face, That was Moses his peculiar Priviledge, And the Lord spake unto Moses face to face, It was not immediately by himself, God spoke to none, as he spoke to Moses, face to face, That was Moses his peculiar Privilege, And the Lord spoke unto Moses face to face, pn31 vbds xx av-j p-acp px31, np1 vvd p-acp pix, c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp np1, n1 p-acp n1, cst vbds np1 po31 j n1, cc dt n1 vvd p-acp np1 n1 p-acp n1, (6) introduction (DIV2) 2 Page 82
4 as a Man speaketh unto his Friend. But it was either by an Angel, or by a Vision, when he was awake, as a Man speaks unto his Friend. But it was either by an Angel, or by a Vision, when he was awake, c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1. p-acp pn31 vbds av-d p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vbds j, (6) introduction (DIV2) 2 Page 82
5 or by a Dream when asleep. or by a Dream when asleep. cc p-acp dt vvb c-crq j. (6) introduction (DIV2) 2 Page 82
6 Moses my Servant is dead, God honours him, by owning him as his faithful Servant in performing all the Duties required of him in his Place. Moses my Servant is dead, God honours him, by owning him as his faithful Servant in performing all the Duties required of him in his Place. np1 po11 n1 vbz j, np1 vvz pno31, p-acp vvg pno31 p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp vvg d dt n2 vvn pp-f pno31 p-acp po31 n1. (6) introduction (DIV2) 2 Page 82
7 Though he so sinned at the Water of Meribah, for which he should never go into Canaan; yet he died in the State of Service, and God (as it were) saith, whatever he was, whatever he wrought, it was all mine. Though he so sinned At the Water of Meribah, for which he should never go into Canaan; yet he died in the State of Service, and God (as it were) Says, whatever he was, whatever he wrought, it was all mine. cs pns31 av vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vmd av-x vvi p-acp np1; av pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc np1 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vvz, r-crq pns31 vbds, r-crq pns31 vvd, pn31 vbds d png11. (6) introduction (DIV2) 2 Page 82
8 Moses my Servant. The Title of God's Servant is more than the meer Title of Apostle. Jude he calls himself, the Servant, conceals himself to be the Apostle of Jesus Christ. Moses my Servant. The Title of God's Servant is more than the mere Title of Apostle. U^de he calls himself, the Servant, conceals himself to be the Apostle of jesus christ. np1 po11 n1. dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbz av-dc cs dt j n1 pp-f n1. np1 pns31 vvz px31, dt n1, vvz px31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. (6) introduction (DIV2) 3 Page 82
9 Peter he postponeth Apostle to Servant, Peter the Servant and Apostle of Jesus Christ. Peter he postponeth Apostle to Servant, Peter the Servant and Apostle of jesus christ. np1 pns31 vvz n1 p-acp n1, np1 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 np1. (6) introduction (DIV2) 3 Page 82
10 Is dead, and now no longer able to execute his Office. This is spoken after his extraordinary interment, Is dead, and now no longer able to execute his Office. This is spoken After his extraordinary interment, vbz j, cc av av-dx av-jc j pc-acp vvi po31 n1. d vbz vvn p-acp po31 j n1, (6) introduction (DIV2) 4 Page 83
11 whether immediately by God, or by a good Angel, or good Angels. whither immediately by God, or by a good Angel, or good Angels. cs av-j p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt j n1, cc j n2. (6) introduction (DIV2) 4 Page 83
12 It is questionable whether any one of the Evil Angels were permitted to attend his Funeral, It is questionable whither any one of the Evil Angels were permitted to attend his Funeral, pn31 vbz j cs d crd pp-f dt j-jn n2 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (6) introduction (DIV2) 4 Page 83
13 lest they should tempt the Israelites to idolize him. lest they should tempt the Israelites to idolise him. cs pns32 vmd vvi dt np2 p-acp vvb pno31. (6) introduction (DIV2) 4 Page 83
14 And after the Israelites solemn Mournings, God tells him, Moses my Servant is dead, now therefore arise: And After the Israelites solemn Mournings, God tells him, Moses my Servant is dead, now Therefore arise: cc p-acp dt np1 j n2, np1 vvz pno31, np1 po11 n1 vbz j, av av vvi: (6) introduction (DIV2) 4 Page 83
15 As if he should say, be not as one astonished, and dispirited, but rouse up thy self, to know, and do thy Duty; As if he should say, be not as one astonished, and dispirited, but rouse up thy self, to know, and do thy Duty; c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, vbb xx c-acp pi vvn, cc j, cc-acp vvb a-acp po21 n1, pc-acp vvi, cc vdb po21 n1; (6) introduction (DIV2) 4 Page 83
16 do not sit musing, but presently, and vigorously set upon thy Duty: The Words I think need no farther Explication. do not fit musing, but presently, and vigorously Set upon thy Duty: The Words I think need no farther Explication. vdb xx vvi vvg, cc-acp av-j, cc av-j vvn p-acp po21 n1: dt n2 pns11 vvb vvb av-dx av-jc n1. (6) introduction (DIV2) 4 Page 83
17 You shall have what I have to say under this Doctrine. You shall have what I have to say under this Doctrine. pn22 vmb vhi r-crq pns11 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1. (6) introduction (DIV2) 5 Page 83
18 Doct. When God takes away an Eminent Minister by death, God requires our sutable Notice and Improvement of it. Doct. When God Takes away an Eminent Minister by death, God requires our suitable Notice and Improvement of it. np1 c-crq np1 vvz av dt j n1 p-acp n1, np1 vvz po12 j n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (6) introduction (DIV2) 6 Page 84
19 Moses my Servant is dead, and that makes way for more, and greater duty, both for Joshua, and all the People, Moses my Servant is dead, and that makes Way for more, and greater duty, both for joshua, and all the People, np1 po11 n1 vbz j, cc d vvz n1 p-acp av-dc, cc jc n1, av-d p-acp np1, cc d dt n1, (6) introduction (DIV2) 6 Page 84
20 than ever before was incumbent upon them; That now becomes their Duty which was never so before. than ever before was incumbent upon them; That now becomes their Duty which was never so before. cs av a-acp vbds vvn p-acp pno32; cst av vvz po32 n1 r-crq vbds av-x av a-acp. (6) introduction (DIV2) 6 Page 84
21 And Joshua said unto the People, Sanctifie your selves; for to morrow the Lord will do wonders among you. And joshua said unto the People, Sanctify your selves; for to morrow the Lord will do wonders among you. cc np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, vvb po22 n2; c-acp p-acp n1 dt n1 vmb vdi n2 p-acp pn22. (6) introduction (DIV2) 6 Page 84
22 And Joshua spake unto the Priests, saying, Take up the Ark of the Covenant, and pass over, &c. And the Lord said unto Joshua, This day will I begin to magnifie thee in the sight of all Israel, that they may know that as I was with Moses, And joshua spoke unto the Priests, saying, Take up the Ark of the Covenant, and pass over, etc. And the Lord said unto joshua, This day will I begin to magnify thee in the sighed of all Israel, that they may know that as I was with Moses, cc np1 vvd p-acp dt n2, vvg, vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvi a-acp, av cc dt n1 vvd p-acp np1, d n1 vmb pns11 vvi pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d np1, cst pns32 vmb vvi cst c-acp pns11 vbds p-acp np1, (6) introduction (DIV2) 6 Page 84
23 so will I be with thee. so will I be with thee. av vmb pns11 vbi p-acp pno21. (6) introduction (DIV2) 6 Page 84
24 Here you have Joshua 's charge to the People, and Priests, and God's encouraging of Joshua, for they are all put upon such kind of Duty, that cannot be done by a lazy, careless performance of it; Here you have joshua is charge to the People, and Priests, and God's encouraging of joshua, for they Are all put upon such kind of Duty, that cannot be done by a lazy, careless performance of it; av pn22 vhb np1 vbz n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n2, cc npg1 vvg pp-f np1, c-acp pns32 vbr d vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cst vmbx vbb vdn p-acp dt j, j n1 pp-f pn31; (6) introduction (DIV2) 6 Page 85
25 such a Duty, that if it be not performed in the season God vouchsafes, they can never expect the like season again. such a Duty, that if it be not performed in the season God vouchsafes, they can never expect the like season again. d dt n1, cst cs pn31 vbb xx vvn p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, pns32 vmb av-x vvi dt j n1 av. (6) introduction (DIV2) 6 Page 85
26 For the opening the Doctrine, take it in these Five Propositions. I. Prop. I. The greatest Service God imploys any in upon Earth, doth not exempt them from death. For the opening the Doctrine, take it in these Five Propositions. I. Prop. I The greatest Service God employs any in upon Earth, does not exempt them from death. p-acp dt vvg dt n1, vvb pn31 p-acp d crd n2. np1 np1 uh dt js n1 np1 vvz d p-acp p-acp n1, vdz xx vvi pno32 p-acp n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 7 Page 85
27 God's choicest Ministers are not immortal; God's Choicest Ministers Are not immortal; npg1 js n2 vbr xx j; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 7 Page 85
28 Those that can most effectually direct others to eternal Life, cannot secure themselves to live one day in this World. Those that can most effectually Direct Others to Eternal Life, cannot secure themselves to live one day in this World. d cst vmb av-ds av-j j n2-jn p-acp j n1, vmbx vvi px32 pc-acp vvi crd n1 p-acp d n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 7 Page 85
29 Do the Prophets live for ever, &c. Abraham is dead, and the Prophets are dead. This Proposition will be evident if you consider, Do the prophets live for ever, etc. Abraham is dead, and the prophets Are dead. This Proposition will be evident if you Consider, vdb dt n2 vvb p-acp av, av np1 vbz j, cc dt n2 vbr j. d n1 vmb vbi j cs pn22 vvb, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 7 Page 85
30 1. Ministers are subject to the same Diseases and Casualties with other Men. 1. Ministers Are Subject to the same Diseases and Casualties with other Men. crd n2 vbr j-jn p-acp dt d n2 cc n2 p-acp j-jn n2. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 9 Page 86
31 I know not any disease but the Leprosie that the Priests were priviledged from, under the Law; I know not any disease but the Leprosy that the Priests were privileged from, under the Law; pns11 vvb xx d n1 p-acp dt n1 cst dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp, p-acp dt n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 9 Page 86
32 and I dare not be peremptory in asserting, that Ministers have this priviledge continued under the Gospel. and I Dare not be peremptory in asserting, that Ministers have this privilege continued under the Gospel. cc pns11 vvb xx vbi j p-acp vvg, cst n2 vhb d n1 vvd p-acp dt n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 9 Page 86
33 2. Ministers are subject not only to more Distresses, and Sufferings, but also to more Diseases, 2. Ministers Are Subject not only to more Distresses, and Sufferings, but also to more Diseases, crd ng1 vbr j-jn xx av-j p-acp dc n2, cc n2, cc-acp av p-acp dc n2, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 10 Page 86
34 and more bodily Infirmities than others. and more bodily Infirmities than Others. cc av-dc j n1 cs n2-jn. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 10 Page 86
35 They are to be the Lights of the World, and they are as a Candle set upon a Hill, which flares out before others. They Are to be the Lights of the World, and they Are as a Candle Set upon a Hill, which flares out before Others. pns32 vbr pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq n2 av p-acp n2-jn. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 10 Page 86
36 3. Ministers Lives may be shortned, as well for other Mens Sins, as for their own. 3. Ministers Lives may be shortened, as well for other Men's Sins, as for their own. crd np1 vvz vmb vbi vvn, c-acp av c-acp j-jn ng2 n2, c-acp p-acp po32 d. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 11 Page 87
37 We may with trembling, consider what manner of Ministers God hath in our day taken, or snatcht from us by different diseases. We may with trembling, Consider what manner of Ministers God hath in our day taken, or snatched from us by different diseases. pns12 vmb p-acp vvg, vvb r-crq n1 pp-f np1 np1 vhz p-acp po12 n1 vvn, cc vvd p-acp pno12 p-acp j n2. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 11 Page 87
38 I'll confine my self to two instances under each Head. I'll confine my self to two instances under each Head. pns11|vmb vvb po11 n1 p-acp crd n2 p-acp d n1 (7) doctrine (DIV2) 11 Page 87
39 Some indeed God continued long in the World struggling (I will not say to preserve) but to improve their dying Life under unusual and tormenting pains to the Churches benefit, whose Bodies were worn out with anguish, some indeed God continued long in the World struggling (I will not say to preserve) but to improve their dying Life under unusual and tormenting pains to the Churches benefit, whose Bodies were worn out with anguish, d av np1 vvd av-j p-acp dt n1 vvg (pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi) cc-acp pc-acp vvi po32 j-vvg n1 p-acp j cc j-vvg n2 p-acp dt ng1 n1, rg-crq n2 vbdr vvn av p-acp n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 12 Page 87
40 but their Souls had foretasts of Heaven, before they got loose from their clogs, viz. Mr. Corbet, who besides his Pulpit-Labours wrote a greater number of Healing Treatises, but their Souls had foretastes of Heaven, before they god lose from their clogs, viz. Mr. Corbet, who beside his Pulpit-Labours wrote a greater number of Healing Treatises, cc-acp po32 n2 vhd vvz pp-f n1, c-acp pns32 vvd j p-acp po32 n2, n1 n1 np1, r-crq p-acp po31 n2 vvd dt jc n1 pp-f j-vvg n2, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 12 Page 87
41 than any I ever heard of. And Mr. Baxter of whom his Works say so much, I need say nothing. than any I ever herd of. And Mr. Baxter of whom his Works say so much, I need say nothing. cs d pns11 av vvn pp-f. cc n1 np1 pp-f ro-crq po31 vvz vvb av av-d, pns11 vvb vvb pix. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 12 Page 87
42 Some others God did not continue so long, indeed 'tis impossible they should, without miracle, their pains being in a sad measure intolerable to those that but sympathized with them, viz. Mr. Jeremiah Whitaker, who was a mirror of Patience, some Others God did not continue so long, indeed it's impossible they should, without miracle, their pains being in a sad measure intolerable to those that but sympathized with them, viz. Mr. Jeremiah Whitaker, who was a mirror of Patience, d n2-jn n1 vdd xx vvi av av-j, av pn31|vbz j pns32 vmd, p-acp n1, po32 n2 vbg p-acp dt j n1 j p-acp d cst p-acp vvn p-acp pno32, n1 n1 np1 np1, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 13 Page 88
43 and Mr. Joseph Allein, whose Sufferings for Christ little other than hurried him to Heaven in a fiery Chariot, and Mr. Joseph Alone, whose Sufferings for christ little other than hurried him to Heaven in a fiery Chariot, cc n1 np1 n1, rg-crq n2 p-acp np1 av-j j-jn av vvd pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 13 Page 88
44 if any bodily diseases may be called so, for their being terrible to the beholders. if any bodily diseases may be called so, for their being terrible to the beholders. cs d j n2 vmb vbi vvn av, p-acp po32 n1 j p-acp dt n2. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 13 Page 88
45 Some others, whose Labours were more than ordinary, and success answerable, God laid them to sleep, without any hint to their admirers, to put up so much as one Prayer for their continuance, viz. Mr. Gouge, whom I think none will grudge the Title of the Evangelist of Wales, who did more for the promoting the Gospel there, than ever was done before; some Others, whose Labours were more than ordinary, and success answerable, God laid them to sleep, without any hint to their admirers, to put up so much as one Prayer for their Continuance, viz. Mr. Gouge, whom I think none will grudge the Title of the Evangelist of Wales, who did more for the promoting the Gospel there, than ever was done before; d n2-jn, rg-crq n2 vbdr av-dc cs j, cc n1 j, np1 vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi, p-acp d n1 p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi a-acp av av-d c-acp crd n1 p-acp po32 n1, n1 n1 np1, ro-crq pns11 vvb pix vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt np1 pp-f np1, r-crq vdd n1 p-acp dt j-vvg dt n1 a-acp, cs av vbds vdn p-acp; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 14 Page 88
46 who when he went to Bed well, was found dead there in the Morning. who when he went to Bed well, was found dead there in the Morning. zz c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n1 av, vbds vvn j a-acp p-acp dt n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 14 Page 89
47 And Mr. Hardy, whose Zeal (and Prudence to manage it) was such, that those who envied him his Station, were forc't to get a By-Law on purpose, ere they could remove him. And Mr. Hardy, whose Zeal (and Prudence to manage it) was such, that those who envied him his Station, were forced to get a By-Law on purpose, ere they could remove him. cc n1 j, rg-crq n1 (cc n1 pc-acp vvi pn31) vbds d, cst d r-crq vvd pno31 po31 n1, vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vmd vvi pno31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 14 Page 89
48 And when he was a great Blessing to the People, whither God sent him, God put him to sleep in much like manner with the former. And when he was a great Blessing to the People, whither God sent him, God put him to sleep in much like manner with the former. cc c-crq pns31 vbds dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq np1 vvd pno31, np1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1 p-acp dt j. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 14 Page 89
49 Some others, God startled the Congregations with their Surprizal in the Pulpit, God calling them up thither, not only to preach but to die, viz. Mr. Oakes, who was (I think) as well in health as any time of his life, some Others, God startled the Congregations with their Surprisal in the Pulpit, God calling them up thither, not only to preach but to die, viz. Mr. oaks, who was (I think) as well in health as any time of his life, d n2-jn, np1 vvd dt n2 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 vvg pno32 a-acp av, xx av-j pc-acp vvi cc-acp pc-acp vvi, n1 n1 np1, r-crq vbds (pns11 vvb) c-acp av p-acp n1 c-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 15 Page 89
50 when he had ended his Afternoon Prayer before his Sermon, God call'd him to begin his eternal Sabbath with himself. when he had ended his Afternoon Prayer before his Sermon, God called him to begin his Eternal Sabbath with himself. c-crq pns31 vhd vvn po31 n1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, np1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 j n1 p-acp px31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 15 Page 89
51 And the next Lord's day but one, when Mr. 〈 ◊ 〉 Kentish had rouzed the Peoples attention with the mention of Mr. Oake's being so lately struck dead in the Pulpit, God made him a like instance. And the next Lord's day but one, when Mr. 〈 ◊ 〉 Kentish had roused the Peoples attention with the mention of Mr. Oak's being so lately struck dead in the Pulpit, God made him a like instance. cc dt ord ng1 n1 p-acp crd, c-crq n1 〈 sy 〉 jp vhd j-vvn dt ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz vbg av av-j vvn j p-acp dt n1, np1 vvd pno31 dt j n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 15 Page 90
52 Some others, who had but just begun to preach, but would probably have outstript most others, God only shewed them to the World, some Others, who had but just begun to preach, but would probably have outstripped most Others, God only showed them to the World, d n2-jn, r-crq vhd p-acp j vvn pc-acp vvi, cc-acp vmd av-j vhi vvn av-ds n2-jn, np1 av-j vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 16 Page 90
53 and snatcht them to himself, viz. Mr. John Janeway, who lived so much in Heaven, that God as it were said of him, my Soul desireth the first ripe fruit, and snatched them to himself, viz. Mr. John Janeway, who lived so much in Heaven, that God as it were said of him, my Soul Desires the First ripe fruit, cc vvd pno32 p-acp px31, n1 n1 np1 np1, r-crq vvd av av-d p-acp n1, cst np1 c-acp pn31 vbdr vvn pp-f pno31, po11 n1 vvz dt ord j n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 16 Page 90
54 and this good Man soon perisht out of the Earth, i. e. ceased to live; as I remember, he never preacht more then one Sermon. and this good Man soon perished out of the Earth, i. e. ceased to live; as I Remember, he never preached more then one Sermon. cc d j n1 av vvn av pp-f dt n1, sy. sy. vvn pc-acp vvi; c-acp pns11 vvb, pns31 av-x vvd av-dc cs crd n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 16 Page 90
55 and Mr. 〈 ◊ 〉 Tyro, who was but offering at the Ministry, admired by all that heard him, and Mr. 〈 ◊ 〉 Tyro, who was but offering At the Ministry, admired by all that herd him, cc n1 〈 sy 〉 np1, r-crq vbds p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, vvn p-acp d cst vvd pno31, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 16 Page 90
56 but God soon took him to admire himself in Glory. Thus died these Worthies. Upon whose Provocations? not their own, besure. but God soon took him to admire himself in Glory. Thus died these Worthies. Upon whose Provocations? not their own, besure. cc-acp np1 av vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp n1. av vvd d n2-j. p-acp rg-crq n2? xx po32 d, n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 16 Page 90
57 They kept off Judgments, not procured them. God said to them as to Ezekiel, Thou shalt not be to them a Reprover. They kept off Judgments, not procured them. God said to them as to Ezekielem, Thou shalt not be to them a Reprover. pns32 vvd a-acp n2, xx vvn pno32. np1 vvd p-acp pno32 c-acp pc-acp np1, pns21 vm2 xx vbi p-acp pno32 dt n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 16 Page 90
58 These Instances have enlarged the first Proposition. These Instances have enlarged the First Proposition. d n2 vhb vvn dt ord n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 18 Page 91
59 I'll be briefer in the rest. II. Prop. II. When God takes away any of his eminent Ministers by death, God requires a more than ordinary notice should be taken of it. Which may be thus evidenced, I'll be briefer in the rest. II Prop. II When God Takes away any of his eminent Ministers by death, God requires a more than ordinary notice should be taken of it. Which may be thus evidenced, pns11|vmb vbi jc p-acp dt n1. crd np1 crd c-crq np1 vvz av d pp-f po31 j n2 p-acp n1, np1 vvz dt av-dc cs j n1 vmd vbi vvn pp-f pn31. r-crq vmb vbi av vvn, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 18 Page 91
60 1. God sets Ministers for a Sign to the People, that the People may receive Instruction, 1. God sets Ministers for a Signen to the People, that the People may receive Instruction, crd np1 vvz n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst dt n1 vmb vvi n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 91
61 as well from the Providences of God towards them, as from their Doctrine. At the same time spake the Lord by Isaiah, the Son of Amoz, saying, Go, as well from the Providences of God towards them, as from their Doctrine. At the same time spoke the Lord by Isaiah, the Son of Amoz, saying, Go, c-acp av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, c-acp p-acp po32 n1. p-acp dt d n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg, vvb, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 91
62 and loose the Sack-cloth from off thy loins, and put off thy shooe from thy foot: and lose the sackcloth from off thy loins, and put off thy shoe from thy foot: cc vvi dt n1 p-acp a-acp po21 n2, cc vvd a-acp po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 91
63 And he did so, walking naked and barefoot. And he did so, walking naked and barefoot. cc pns31 vdd av, vvg j cc j. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 91
64 And the Lord said, Like as my Servant Isai. hath walked naked and barefoot three Years for a Sign and Wonder upon Egypt, and upon Ethiopia; And the Lord said, Like as my Servant Isaiah hath walked naked and barefoot three years for a Signen and Wonder upon Egypt, and upon Ethiopia; cc dt n1 vvd, av-j c-acp po11 n1 np1 vhz vvn j cc j crd n2 p-acp dt n1 cc vvb p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 29
65 So shall the King of Assyria lead away the Egyptians Prisoners, and the Ethiopians Captives, young and old, naked and barefoot, So shall the King of Assyria led away the egyptians Prisoners, and the Ethiopians Captives, young and old, naked and barefoot, av vmb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb av dt njp2 n2, cc dt njp2 n2-jn, j cc j, j cc j, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 29
66 even with their Buttocks uncovered, to the shame of Egypt. even with their Buttocks uncovered, to the shame of Egypt. av p-acp po32 n2 vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 29
67 Here are Symbolical and Significative Ceremonies, whereby the Prophet was to represent to them, not only in Vision, as some suppose, Here Are Symbolical and Significative Ceremonies, whereby the Prophet was to represent to them, not only in Vision, as Some suppose, av vbr j cc j n2, c-crq dt n1 vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, xx av-j p-acp n1, p-acp d vvb, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 29
68 but really, how they should be carried away captive, he must put off his prophetical Mantle (such as fell from Elias, when he was carried up to Heaven in a Whirlwind,) so they should go stript (not stark naked) in sorry and ragged apparel, but really, how they should be carried away captive, he must put off his prophetical Mantle (such as fell from Elias, when he was carried up to Heaven in a Whirlwind,) so they should go stripped (not stark naked) in sorry and ragged apparel, cc-acp av-j, c-crq pns32 vmd vbi vvn av j-jn, pns31 vmb vvi a-acp po31 j n1 (d c-acp vvd p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1,) av pns32 vmd vvi vvn (xx av-j j) p-acp j cc j n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 29
69 as Prisoners are wont to be led; as Prisoners Are wont to be led; c-acp n2 vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 29
70 so he was to walk up and down in that manner, that they might be convinc'd what should befall them. so he was to walk up and down in that manner, that they might be convinced what should befall them. av pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi a-acp cc a-acp p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vmd vbi vvd r-crq vmd vvi pno32. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 29
71 See the whole 4 th. Chapter of Ezekiel, and Ezek. 12 th. Chapter from V. 3 d. to the 10 th. and Ch. 24. from v. 16. to the 19 th. Son of Man, See the Whole 4 th. Chapter of Ezekielem, and Ezekiel 12 th. Chapter from V. 3 d. to the 10 th. and Christ 24. from v. 16. to the 19 th. Son of Man, n1 dt j-jn crd zz. n1 pp-f np1, cc np1 crd zz. n1 p-acp np1 crd zz. p-acp dt crd zz. cc np1 crd p-acp n1 crd p-acp dt crd zz. n1 pp-f n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 93
72 behold I take from thee the Desire of thine Eyes with a stroke; behold I take from thee the Desire of thine Eyes with a stroke; vvb pns11 vvb p-acp pno21 dt n1 pp-f po21 n2 p-acp dt n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 93
73 yet neither shalt thou mourn, nor weep, neither shall thy tears run down, v. 19. Forbear to cry, make no mourning for the dead — v. 18. So I spake unto the People in the morning, yet neither shalt thou mourn, nor weep, neither shall thy tears run down, v. 19. Forbear to cry, make no mourning for the dead — v. 18. So I spoke unto the People in the morning, av av-dx vm2 pns21 vvi, ccx vvi, dx vmb po21 n2 vvb a-acp, n1 crd vvb pc-acp vvi, vvb dx n1 p-acp dt j — n1 crd av pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 93
74 and at even my Wife died, and I did in the Morning as I was commanded, v. 19. And the People said unto me, wilt thou not tell us what these things are to us, that thou doest so? The People enquire, as well they might. and At even my Wife died, and I did in the Morning as I was commanded, v. 19. And the People said unto me, wilt thou not tell us what these things Are to us, that thou dost so? The People inquire, as well they might. cc p-acp av po11 n1 vvd, cc pns11 vdd p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns11 vbds vvn, n1 crd cc dt n1 vvd p-acp pno11, vm2 pns21 xx vvi pno12 r-crq d n2 vbr pc-acp pno12, cst pns21 vd2 av? dt n1 vvi, c-acp av pns32 vmd. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 93
75 What is it that we are to learn by this? These are types, what do they mean? but I'll close this with this Scripture-story. What is it that we Are to Learn by this? These Are types, what do they mean? but I'll close this with this Scripture-story. q-crq vbz pn31 cst pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp d? d vbr n2, q-crq vdb pns32 vvi? cc-acp pns11|vmb vvi d p-acp d n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 93
76 In 1 Kings 13. A Prophet is sent to tell Jeroboam what should befall his Idolatrous Altar, he stretcheth out his hand against the Prophet, In 1 Kings 13. A Prophet is sent to tell Jeroboam what should befall his Idolatrous Altar, he Stretcheth out his hand against the Prophet, p-acp crd n2 crd dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi np1 r-crq vmd vvi po31 j n1, pns31 vvz av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 93
77 but must be beholding to the Prophet's Prayer, that he may be able to pull it to him again: but must be beholding to the Prophet's Prayer, that he may be able to pull it to him again: cc-acp vmb vbi vvg p-acp dt ng1 n1, cst pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pno31 av: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 94
78 For this kindness he invites the Prophet to Dinner, but the Prophettells him, v. 8. If thou wilt give me half thine House, I will not go in with thee, For this kindness he invites the Prophet to Dinner, but the Prophettells him, v. 8. If thou wilt give me half thine House, I will not go in with thee, c-acp d n1 pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp dt n2 pno31, n1 crd cs pns21 vm2 vvi pno11 av-jn po21 n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp p-acp pno21, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 94
79 neither will eat bread or drink water in this place, v. 9. For so was it charged me by the word of the Lord, saying, eat no bread, neither will eat bred or drink water in this place, v. 9. For so was it charged me by the word of the Lord, saying, eat no bred, dx vmb vvi n1 cc n1 n1 p-acp d n1, n1 crd c-acp av vbds pn31 vvn pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg, vvb dx n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 94
80 nor drink water, nor turn again by the same way that thou camest. nor drink water, nor turn again by the same Way that thou camest. ccx vvi n1, ccx vvi av p-acp dt d n1 cst pns21 vvd2. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 94
81 But this young Prophet was seduced by an old one, who pretended God by an Angel sent to him to invite him to take some refreshment, he having delivered his message, But this young Prophet was seduced by an old one, who pretended God by an Angel sent to him to invite him to take Some refreshment, he having Delivered his message, p-acp d j n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt j pi, r-crq vvd np1 p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi d n1, pns31 vhg vvn po31 n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 94
82 and was returning home another way, as was commanded him; and was returning home Another Way, as was commanded him; cc vbds vvg av-an j-jn n1, c-acp vbds vvn pno31; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 94
83 but as he sate at the Table, the old Prophet is forced to tell his guest, he had seduced him, but as he sat At the Table, the old Prophet is forced to tell his guest, he had seduced him, cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pns31 vhd vvn pno31, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 94
84 and for his yielding to the pretended Dispensation, a Lion should kill him, which was executed that very day, and for his yielding to the pretended Dispensation, a lion should kill him, which was executed that very day, cc p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp dt j-vvn n1, dt n1 vmd vvi pno31, r-crq vbds vvn cst j n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 95
85 and the poor Prophet's death must assure both Court and City of the Certainty of the Prediction. and the poor Prophet's death must assure both Court and city of the Certainty of the Prediction. cc dt j ng1 n1 vmb vvi d n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 95
86 O what need have Ministers to be cautious lest God by their death confirm their Doctrine, v. 32. 2. God requires something more than ordinary. Oh what need have Ministers to be cautious lest God by their death confirm their Doctrine, v. 32. 2. God requires something more than ordinary. uh q-crq n1 vhb n2 pc-acp vbi j cs np1 p-acp po32 n1 vvi po32 n1, n1 crd crd np1 vvz pi dc cs j. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 20 Page 95
87 Joshua and the People had observed the ordinary time of Mourning. And the Children of Israel wept for Moses in the Plains of Moab thirty days: joshua and the People had observed the ordinary time of Mourning. And the Children of Israel wept for Moses in the Plains of Moab thirty days: np1 cc dt n1 vhd vvn dt j n1 pp-f vvg. cc dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 crd n2: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 21 Page 95
88 So the days of mourning for Moses were ended. So the days of mourning for Moses were ended. av dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 vbdr vvn. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 21 Page 95
89 So many days they mourned for Aaron; the time of mourning for ordinary Persons was seven days. So many days they mourned for Aaron; the time of mourning for ordinary Persons was seven days. av d n2 pns32 vvd p-acp np1; dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j n2 vbds crd n2. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 21 Page 95
90 But of Moses, when they had mourned as long for him, as for any one. God now puts them upon something more. But of Moses, when they had mourned as long for him, as for any one. God now puts them upon something more. p-acp pp-f np1, c-crq pns32 vhd vvn a-acp av-j c-acp pno31, c-acp p-acp d pi. np1 av vvz pno32 p-acp pi dc. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 21 Page 95
91 It is not enough to do only as the People that went to see Christ crucified; It is not enough to do only as the People that went to see christ Crucified; pn31 vbz xx av-d pc-acp vdi av-j p-acp dt n1 cst vvd pc-acp vvi np1 vvd; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 21 Page 95
92 They smote their breasts, and returned. They smote their breasts, and returned. pns32 vvd po32 n2, cc vvn. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 21 Page 95
93 A transient Pang of Passion is not so much as the least that God calls for. Therefore, III. Prop. III. When God takes away his Eminent Ministers, there is more work devolves upon others, both Ministers and People, by it. A Transient Pang of Passion is not so much as the least that God calls for. Therefore, III. Prop. III. When God Takes away his Eminent Ministers, there is more work devolves upon Others, both Ministers and People, by it. dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbz xx av av-d c-acp dt ds d n1 vvz p-acp. av, np1. np1 np1. c-crq np1 vvz av po31 j n2, pc-acp vbz dc n1 vvz p-acp n2-jn, d n2 cc n1, p-acp pn31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 21 Page 96
94 1. The Work they did must be done by others, that the Church of Christ may not be a looser by their death. 1. The Work they did must be done by Others, that the Church of christ may not be a looser by their death. crd dt n1 pns32 vdd vmb vbi vdn p-acp n2-jn, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb xx vbi dt jc p-acp po32 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 22 Page 96
95 And this you'll find to be hard work, for many to perform what some one hath done, whom God hath taken from us. One Moses did more then the seventy chief of them, who were to ease him of his burthen; And this You'll find to be hard work, for many to perform what Some one hath done, whom God hath taken from us. One Moses did more then the seventy chief of them, who were to ease him of his burden; cc d pn22|vmb vvi pc-acp vbi j n1, c-acp d pc-acp vvi r-crq d crd vhz vdn, ro-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12. crd np1 vdd av-dc cs dt crd n-jn pp-f pno32, r-crq vbdr pc-acp vvi pno31 pp-f po31 n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 22 Page 96
96 he did more with God and Man in Egypt, and in the Wilderness, by Sea, by Land, in Peace, in War more by lifting up in hands, in prayer, he did more with God and Man in Egypt, and in the Wilderness, by Sea, by Land, in Peace, in War more by lifting up in hands, in prayer, pns31 vdd dc p-acp np1 cc n1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1 av-dc p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp n2, p-acp n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 22 Page 96
97 than the whole by lifting up their hands in fighting. Exod. 17.11. than the Whole by lifting up their hands in fighting. Exod 17.11. cs dt j-jn p-acp vvg a-acp po32 n2 p-acp vvg. np1 crd. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 22 Page 97
98 When Moses held up his hand Israel prevailed; and when he let down his hand Amalek prevailed. More for the quieting and satisfying of a murmuring People than any of them, When Moses held up his hand Israel prevailed; and when he let down his hand Amalek prevailed. More for the quieting and satisfying of a murmuring People than any of them, c-crq np1 vvd a-acp po31 n1 np1 vvn; cc c-crq pns31 vvd a-acp po31 n1 np1 vvn. av-dc p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f dt j-vvg n1 cs d pp-f pno32, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 22 Page 97
99 than all of them could do. than all of them could do. cs d pp-f pno32 vmd vdi. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 22 Page 97
100 What is now therefore next to be done? and by whose hands? they might tremblingly enquire, What is now Therefore next to be done? and by whose hands? they might tremblingly inquire, q-crq vbz av av ord pc-acp vbi vdn? cc p-acp rg-crq n2? pns32 vmd av-vvg vvi, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 22 Page 97
101 for Moses is dead, and if the deliverance he begun, be not carried on, they must perish. for Moses is dead, and if the deliverance he begun, be not carried on, they must perish. c-acp np1 vbz j, cc cs dt n1 pns31 vvd, vbb xx vvn a-acp, pns32 vmb vvi. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 22 Page 97
102 Who dare now undertake it? But I'll speak of Moses as a Minister, and of such things wherein we are all concern'd. Who Dare now undertake it? But I'll speak of Moses as a Minister, and of such things wherein we Are all concerned. q-crq vvb av vvi pn31? p-acp pns11|vmb vvi pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, cc pp-f d n2 c-crq pns12 vbr d vvn. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 22 Page 97
103 2. Repentance of the Sins they reproved, which are not yet repented of; 2. Repentance of the Sins they reproved, which Are not yet repented of; crd n1 pp-f dt n2 pns32 vvd, r-crq vbr xx av vvn pp-f; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 23 Page 97
104 and the Performance of the Duties they called to, which they have not yet obeyed the Call; and the Performance of the Duties they called to, which they have not yet obeyed the Call; cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pns32 vvd p-acp, r-crq pns32 vhb xx av vvn dt n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 23 Page 97
105 Your Fathers, Where are they? And the Prophets do they live for ever? But my Words and my Statutes which I commanded my Servants the Prophets did they not take hold of your Fathers? and they returned and said, Your Father's, Where Are they? And the prophets do they live for ever? But my Words and my Statutes which I commanded my Servants the prophets did they not take hold of your Father's? and they returned and said, po22 n2, q-crq vbr pns32? cc dt n2 vdb pns32 vvb p-acp av? p-acp po11 n2 cc po11 n2 r-crq pns11 vvd po11 n2 dt n2 vdd pns32 xx vvi n1 pp-f po22 n2? cc pns32 vvd cc vvd, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 23 Page 98
106 Like as the Lord of Hosts thought to do unto us, according to our ways, and according to our doings, so hath he dealt with us, q. d. Like as the Lord of Hosts Thought to do unto us, according to our ways, and according to our doings, so hath he dealt with us, q. worser. av-j c-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vvd pc-acp vdi p-acp pno12, vvg p-acp po12 n2, cc vvg p-acp po12 n2-vdg, av vhz pns31 vvn p-acp pno12, vvd. sy. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 23 Page 98
107 Where are disobedient Fathers? though the Prophets die that threatned them, Did not the Threatnings pursue and overtake them? and so the Word will have the same effect upon you, Where Are disobedient Father's? though the prophets die that threatened them, Did not the Threatenings pursue and overtake them? and so the Word will have the same Effect upon you, q-crq vbr j n2? cs dt n2 vvb cst vvd pno32, vdd xx dt n2-vvg vvi cc vvi pno32? cc av dt n1 vmb vhi dt d n1 p-acp pn22, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 23 Page 98
108 though the Ministers that preach it do not live to see its Accomplishment. 3. New Duties spring as it were out of their Graves. though the Ministers that preach it do not live to see its Accomplishment. 3. New Duties spring as it were out of their Graves. cs dt n2 cst vvb pn31 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi po31 n1. crd j n2 vvb c-acp pn31 vbdr av pp-f po32 n2. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 23 Page 98
109 There should be a Progress in the Knowledge and Practice of serious Godliness; There should be a Progress in the Knowledge and Practice of serious Godliness; pc-acp vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 24 Page 98
110 Can you think that God requires no more of you now than he did of our Forefathers, Can you think that God requires no more of you now than he did of our Forefathers, vmb pn22 vvi cst np1 vvz av-dx dc pp-f pn22 av cs pns31 vdd pp-f po12 n2, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 24 Page 98
111 when he first sent the Gospel amongst them? that we should know no more now, when he First sent the Gospel among them? that we should know no more now, c-crq pns31 ord vvd dt n1 p-acp pno32? cst pns12 vmd vvi av-dx av-dc av, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 24 Page 99
112 than those who had the first dawnings of Gospel-light out of worse than Aegyptian darkness? that God expects no more fruits from you who have been so long cultivated, than those who had the First dawnings of Gospel light out of Worse than Egyptian darkness? that God expects no more fruits from you who have been so long cultivated, cs d r-crq vhd dt ord n2-vvg pp-f n1 av pp-f jc cs jp n1? cst np1 vvz av-dx dc n2 p-acp pn22 r-crq vhb vbn av av-j vvn, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 24 Page 99
113 than from those that scarce ever heard a Conscience-awakening Sermon? Surely, you cannot perswade your selves, I hope all the Devils in Hell cannot perswade you to think so. than from those that scarce ever herd a Conscience-awakening Sermon? Surely, you cannot persuade your selves, I hope all the Devils in Hell cannot persuade you to think so. cs p-acp d cst av-j av vvd dt j n1? np1, pn22 vmbx vvi po22 n2, pns11 vvb d dt n2 p-acp n1 vmbx vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi av. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 24 Page 99
114 Besides, every Age hath its peculiar Truth. Beside, every Age hath its peculiar Truth. p-acp, d n1 vhz po31 j n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 24 Page 99
115 The Apostle Peter, when he mentions his departure, tells them he would have them established in the present Truth. The Apostle Peter, when he mentions his departure, tells them he would have them established in the present Truth. dt n1 np1, c-crq pns31 n2 po31 n1, vvz pno32 pns31 vmd vhi pno32 vvn p-acp dt j n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 24 Page 99
116 And the Apostle Jude tells those to whom he wrote, that 'twas needful for him to write unto them and exhort them, that they should earnestly contend for the Faith which was first delivered unto the Saints. And the Apostle U^de tells those to whom he wrote, that 'twas needful for him to write unto them and exhort them, that they should earnestly contend for the Faith which was First Delivered unto the Saints. cc dt n1 np1 vvz d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd, cst pn31|vbds j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 cc vvi pno32, cst pns32 vmd av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbds ord vvn p-acp dt n2. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 24 Page 99
117 Doth it not concern us diligently to enquire what may be the Doctrine of Faith, which God calls us now earnestly to contend for? Give me leave to propose it to your Enquiry, Does it not concern us diligently to inquire what may be the Doctrine of Faith, which God calls us now earnestly to contend for? Give me leave to propose it to your Enquiry, vdz pn31 xx vvi pno12 av-j pc-acp vvi r-crq vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq np1 vvz pno12 av av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp? vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po22 n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 24 Page 100
118 Whether it may not be the Doctrine of the Kingly Office of Jesus Christ? Mistake me not, I urge no other Contentions than that which every one will grant to be a Duty, Whither it may not be the Doctrine of the Kingly Office of jesus christ? Mistake me not, I urge no other Contentions than that which every one will grant to be a Duty, cs pn31 vmb xx vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1? n1 pno11 xx, pns11 vvb dx j-jn n2 cs d r-crq d pi vmb vvi pc-acp vbi dt n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 24 Page 100
119 namely, strive with God, in fervent Prayer for his fulfilling all the Promises that concern Christ's mediatory Kingdom, in short, that God would grant what Christ hath taught us first to pray for, Thy Kingdom come, that Christ's Kingdom may be advanced, namely, strive with God, in fervent Prayer for his fulfilling all the Promises that concern Christ's mediatory Kingdom, in short, that God would grant what christ hath taught us First to pray for, Thy Kingdom come, that Christ's Kingdom may be advanced, av, vvb p-acp np1, p-acp j n1 p-acp po31 vvg d dt vvz cst vvb npg1 j n1, p-acp j, cst np1 vmd vvi r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12 ord pc-acp vvi p-acp, po21 n1 vvi, cst npg1 n1 vmb vbi vvn, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 24 Page 100
120 and Satan's Kingdom may be destroyed. and Satan's Kingdom may be destroyed. cc npg1 n1 vmb vbi vvn. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 24 Page 100
121 And strive with Men by the most forcible Arguments that the Scriptures furnish us withal, to be Christ's willing People in this day of his Power. And strive with Men by the most forcible Arguments that the Scriptures furnish us withal, to be Christ's willing People in this day of his Power. cc vvb p-acp n2 p-acp dt av-ds j n2 cst dt n2 vvb pno12 av, pc-acp vbi npg1 j n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 24 Page 100
122 And to strive with Enemies with the most piercing Convictions, that those Arrows may be sharp in their Hearts to wound, and heal them. And to strive with Enemies with the most piercing Convictions, that those Arrows may be sharp in their Hearts to wound, and heal them. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 p-acp dt av-ds j-vvg n2, cst d n2 vmb vbi j p-acp po32 n2 p-acp vvb, cc vvb pno32. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 24 Page 101
123 Christians, pray, let it be your great care to approve your selves to be the faithful Subjects of the Lord Jesus Christ, without any reserve of either Sin, or Duty. Christians, pray, let it be your great care to approve your selves to be the faithful Subject's of the Lord jesus christ, without any reserve of either since, or Duty. np1, vvb, vvb pn31 vbi po22 j n1 pc-acp vvi po22 n2 pc-acp vbi dt j n2-jn pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, p-acp d vvb pp-f d n1, cc n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 24 Page 101
124 4. New Sins, like new Diseases, are peculiar to special times, for the Cure of which we must apply proper Remedies. 4. New Sins, like new Diseases, Are peculiar to special times, for the Cure of which we must apply proper Remedies. crd j n2, av-j j n2, vbr j p-acp j n2, p-acp dt vvb pp-f r-crq pns12 vmb vvi j n2. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 25 Page 101
125 We yearly speak of new Fevers, when they are but the same with some peculiar Circumstances. We yearly speak of new Fevers, when they Are but the same with Some peculiar circumstances. pns12 av-j vvb pp-f j n2, c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp dt d p-acp d j n2. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 25 Page 101
126 So in spiritual Diseases, several times have their several dangers. So in spiritual Diseases, several times have their several dangers. av p-acp j n2, j n2 vhb po32 j n2. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 25 Page 101
127 After my departing shall grievous Wolves enter in among you, not sparing the Flock, v. 30. Therefore watch, &c. and v. 25. And now behold, I know that ye all among whom I have gone Preaching the Kingdom of God shall see my face no more. After my departing shall grievous Wolves enter in among you, not sparing the Flock, v. 30. Therefore watch, etc. and v. 25. And now behold, I know that you all among whom I have gone Preaching the Kingdom of God shall see my face no more. p-acp po11 n-vvg vmb av-j n2 vvb p-acp p-acp pn22, xx vvg dt vvb, n1 crd av vvi, av cc n1 crd cc av vvb, pns11 vvb cst pn22 d p-acp ro-crq pns11 vhb vvn vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi po11 n1 av-dx av-dc. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 25 Page 101
128 When ravening Wolves can no more worry, then Seducers will be busie to pervert, and when watchful Shepherds are taken away, 'tis then time for the Sheep of Christ to be sensible of their danger, that they may neither be frighted, nor flattered out of the Fold of Christ. When ravening Wolves can no more worry, then Seducers will be busy to pervert, and when watchful Shepherd's Are taken away, it's then time for the Sheep of christ to be sensible of their danger, that they may neither be frighted, nor flattered out of the Fold of christ. c-crq j-vvg n2 vmb av-dx dc vvi, cs n2 vmb vbi j p-acp vvi, cc c-crq j n2 vbr vvn av, pn31|vbz av n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi j pp-f po32 n1, cst pns32 vmb av-dx vbi vvn, ccx vvn av pp-f dt vvb pp-f np1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 25 Page 102
129 Prop. IV. IV. While the Sense of the Death of any Eminent Minister is fresh upon us, we should take that advantage of getting an abiding benefit. Prop. IV. IV. While the Sense of the Death of any Eminent Minister is fresh upon us, we should take that advantage of getting an abiding benefit. np1 np1 np1 cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d j n1 vbz j p-acp pno12, pns12 vmd vvi d n1 pp-f vvg dt j-vvg n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 25 Page 102
130 When the Iron is hot, then is time to strike, to fashion it into that useful form, that it must abide in till it is worn out. When the Iron is hight, then is time to strike, to fashion it into that useful from, that it must abide in till it is worn out. c-crq dt n1 vbz j, av vbz n1 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d j n1, cst pn31 vmb vvi p-acp c-acp pn31 vbz vvn av. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 25 Page 102
131 Whose heart is heated and mollified by such a Providence as this, let it not cool again without some powerful Improvement. Whose heart is heated and mollified by such a Providence as this, let it not cool again without Some powerful Improvement. rg-crq n1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, vvb pn31 xx vvi av p-acp d j n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 25 Page 102
132 1. The Circumstances of such a Providence, which are most affecting, will wear off, if there be not great care to preserve them in their present vigor. 1. The circumstances of such a Providence, which Are most affecting, will wear off, if there be not great care to preserve them in their present vigor. crd dt n2 pp-f d dt n1, r-crq vbr av-ds vvg, vmb vvi a-acp, cs pc-acp vbb xx j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 j n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 26 Page 103
133 We are in many things more affected with the Circumstances, than with the things themselves. We Are in many things more affected with the circumstances, than with the things themselves. pns12 vbr p-acp d n2 av-dc vvn p-acp dt n2, cs p-acp dt n2 px32. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 26 Page 103
134 Do but observe it in those signal Passages of God's providence towards you, which you did presently put down in writing, to keep by you; Do but observe it in those signal Passages of God's providence towards you, which you did presently put down in writing, to keep by you; vdb p-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d n1 n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pn22, r-crq pn22 vdd av-j vvi a-acp p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 26 Page 103
135 when some Years after you read them, doth it not bring to mind those Circumstances that were forgotten? when Some years After you read them, does it not bring to mind those circumstances that were forgotten? c-crq d n2 c-acp pn22 vvb pno32, vdz pn31 xx vvi pc-acp vvi d n2 cst vbdr vvn? (7) doctrine (DIV2) 26 Page 103
136 2. Several things of great moment fall out but once in our Life, and perhaps you'll find this to be such a Providence, 2. Several things of great moment fallen out but once in our Life, and perhaps You'll find this to be such a Providence, crd j n2 pp-f j n1 vvi av p-acp a-acp p-acp po12 n1, cc av pn22|vmb vvi d pc-acp vbi d dt n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 27 Page 103
137 when you considerately consider of it. when you considerately Consider of it. c-crq pn22 av-j vvb pp-f pn31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 27 Page 103
138 I think every one that will but seriously reflect upon the Providences of his own Life will find himself furnished with instances of this kind, both in the things of this Life and a better. I think every one that will but seriously reflect upon the Providences of his own Life will find himself furnished with instances of this kind, both in the things of this Life and a better. pns11 vvb d pi cst vmb cc-acp av-j vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 d n1 vmb vvi px31 vvn p-acp n2 pp-f d n1, av-d p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 cc dt jc. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 104
139 Some speak peremptorily, that every one hath, some time of his life some providential offers of worldly advantage which if it be let slip, they never have a second offer like it. some speak peremptorily, that every one hath, Some time of his life Some providential offers of worldly advantage which if it be let slip, they never have a second offer like it. d vvi av-j, cst d pi vhz, d n1 pp-f po31 n1 d j n2 pp-f j n1 r-crq cs pn31 vbb vvn n1, pns32 av-x vhb dt ord n1 vvi pn31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 104
140 Nay more, they say, there's never any one under overwhelming pressures, but if he had complied with some hints of Providence, he might have prevented it: Nay more, they say, there's never any one under overwhelming pressures, but if he had complied with Some hints of Providence, he might have prevented it: uh n1, pns32 vvb, pc-acp|vbz av d pi p-acp vvg n2, cc-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, pns31 vmd vhi vvn pn31: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 104
141 I will not divert strictly to examine this assertion, because 'tis not my business to preach a worldly Lecture. I will not divert strictly to examine this assertion, Because it's not my business to preach a worldly Lecture. pns11 vmb xx vvi av-j pc-acp vvi d n1, c-acp pn31|vbz xx po11 n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 104
142 But observe it therefore in Spirituals. But observe it Therefore in Spirituals. cc-acp vvb pn31 av p-acp n2. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 104
143 There's not any one now perisheth under the Gospel, but if he had, or would comply with the strivings of the Spirit he might be saved. There's not any one now Perishes under the Gospel, but if he had, or would comply with the strivings of the Spirit he might be saved. pc-acp|vbz xx d crd av vvz p-acp dt n1, cc-acp cs pns31 vhd, cc vmd vvi p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 pns31 vmd vbi vvn. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 104
144 You will say, 'tis only the Elect shall be saved. I say so to. But add then; You will say, it's only the Elect shall be saved. I say so to. But add then; pn22 vmb vvi, pn31|vbz av-j dt j vmb vbi vvn. pns11 vvb av p-acp. p-acp vvi av; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 104
145 There is not any one in the World (〈 … 〉 can prove he is not elected. There is not any one in the World (〈 … 〉 can prove he is not elected. a-acp vbz xx d pi p-acp dt n1 (〈 … 〉 vmb vvi pns31 vbz xx vvn. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 105
146 I grant 'tis easie to prove that they are not yet effectually called, but who can prove they never shall be. I grant it's easy to prove that they Are not yet effectually called, but who can prove they never shall be. pns11 vvb pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vbr xx av av-j vvn, cc-acp q-crq vmb vvi pns32 av-x vmb vbi. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 105
147 Though Salvation be of Grace, yet Damnation is onely for Sin. There's not any one in the World, ever was, Though Salvation be of Grace, yet Damnation is only for Sin. There's not any one in the World, ever was, cs n1 vbi pp-f n1, av n1 vbz av-j p-acp np1 pc-acp|vbz xx d pi p-acp dt n1, av vbds, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 105
148 or shall be damned, onely because he was not elected. Do you therefore catch at the offer of Salvation, and let not one offer slip: or shall be damned, only Because he was not elected. Do you Therefore catch At the offer of Salvation, and let not one offer slip: cc vmb vbi vvn, av-j c-acp pns31 vbds xx vvn. vdb pn22 av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb xx crd vvb n1: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 105
149 Perhaps you'll say, this Counsel is too late, you have let many slip. Perhaps You'll say, this Counsel is too late, you have let many slip. av pn22|vmb vvi, d n1 vbz av j, pn22 vhb vvn d n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 105
150 Well, but be intreated to slip no more, cast thy self at the feel of Christ in a way of Duty, Well, but be entreated to slip no more, cast thy self At the feel of christ in a Way of Duty, uh-av, cc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dx av-dc, vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt vvb pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 105
151 and there humbly resolve to live and die. and there humbly resolve to live and die. cc a-acp av-j vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 105
152 I do once more in the name of my Master invite and adjure thee to accept of this offer, do not neglect it, it may be thy last; I do once more in the name of my Master invite and adjure thee to accept of this offer, do not neglect it, it may be thy last; pns11 vdb a-acp av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 vvi cc vvb pno21 pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1, vdb xx vvi pn31, pn31 vmb vbi po21 n1; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 105
153 thou canst not of thy self close with it, call in help from the Spirit of God, take Provocation and Encouragement from the Apostles way of urging it. thou Canst not of thy self close with it, call in help from the Spirit of God, take Provocation and Encouragement from the Apostles Way of urging it. pns21 vm2 xx pp-f po21 n1 av-j p-acp pn31, vvb p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 n1 pp-f vvg pn31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 106
154 Work out your own Salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God which worketh in you, both to will and to do, of his good pleasure. Work out your own Salvation with Fear and trembling, for it is God which works in you, both to will and to do, of his good pleasure. n1 av po22 d n1 p-acp n1 cc j-vvg, c-acp pn31 vbz n1 r-crq vvz p-acp pn22, av-d p-acp n1 cc pc-acp vdi, pp-f po31 j n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 106
155 V. Prop. V. The present time is always the fittest for the present Duty. What is our present Duty? There are preculiar Seasons for particular Duties, Eccles. 8.6. Because there is a time and season for every work, therefore the Misery of Man is great upon him. V. Prop. V. The present time is always the Fittest for the present Duty. What is our present Duty? There Are preculiar Seasons for particular Duties, Eccles. 8.6. Because there is a time and season for every work, Therefore the Misery of Man is great upon him. np1 np1 np1 dt j n1 vbz av dt js p-acp dt j n1. q-crq vbz po12 j n1? pc-acp vbr j n2 p-acp j n2, np1 crd. p-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1, av dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j p-acp pno31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 106
156 Here it is that we blunder, and run our selves into confusion, in perverting our Duties, in doing that first which should be last, Here it is that we blunder, and run our selves into confusion, in perverting our Duties, in doing that First which should be last, av pn31 vbz cst pns12 vvb, cc vvb po12 n2 p-acp n1, p-acp vvg po12 n2, p-acp vdg d ord r-crq vmd vbi ord, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 106
157 and putting off that to the last which should be first. Seek ye first the Kingdom of God. and putting off that to the last which should be First. Seek you First the Kingdom of God. cc vvg a-acp cst p-acp dt ord r-crq vmd vbi ord. vvb pn22 ord dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 106
158 We tire our selves in hunting after the World, and when we are weary, we would have rest, not in Heaven, that's a Holy place, possest by holy Inhabitants, Holiness is hated about all things, let it be called Heaven, We tire our selves in hunting After the World, and when we Are weary, we would have rest, not in Heaven, that's a Holy place, possessed by holy Inhabitants, Holiness is hated about all things, let it be called Heaven, pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, cc c-crq pns12 vbr j, pns12 vmd vhi n1, xx p-acp n1, d|vbz dt j n1, vvn p-acp j n2, n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n2, vvb pn31 vbi vvn n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 107
159 but let it be a Turkish Paradice, a place of freedom from Misery, and an enjoyment of sensual Delights. but let it be a Turkish Paradise, a place of freedom from Misery, and an enjoyment of sensual Delights. cc-acp vvb pn31 vbi dt jp n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f j n2. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 107
160 Thus we pervert both means and end, and while out our life in a Dream, till we awake in Hell. Thus we pervert both means and end, and while out our life in a Dream, till we awake in Hell. av pns12 vvb d n2 cc n1, cc cs av po12 n1 p-acp dt vvb, p-acp po12 vvb p-acp n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 107
161 At best we lose our Tyde, and then must row against it all the way. At best we loose our Tide, and then must row against it all the Way. p-acp js pns12 vvb po12 n1, cc av vmb vvi p-acp pn31 d dt n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 107
162 Whereas the hardest Duties of Religion, did we but mind their season, would be made graciously natural to us. Whereas the Hardest Duties of Religion, did we but mind their season, would be made graciously natural to us. cs dt js n2 pp-f n1, vdd pns12 p-acp n1 po32 n1, vmd vbi vvn av-j j p-acp pno12. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 28 Page 107
163 1. Consider what help God ordinarily affords for present Duty, which, if that be neglected, he sometimes offers it not again. 1. Consider what help God ordinarily affords for present Duty, which, if that be neglected, he sometime offers it not again. crd np1 r-crq n1 np1 av-jn vvz p-acp j n1, r-crq, cs d vbb vvn, pns31 av vvz pn31 xx av. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 29 Page 108
164 Should we reflect upon the Duty God now injoined in this Verse, and remember what God did to their immediate Ancestors, Numb. 13.31,32. Should we reflect upon the Duty God now enjoined in this Verse, and Remember what God did to their immediate Ancestors, Numb. 13.31,32. vmd pns12 vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 av vvd p-acp d n1, cc vvb r-crq np1 vdd p-acp po32 j n2, j. crd. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 29 Page 108
165 V. 30. And. Caleb stilled the People — and said, Let us go up at once and possess it, V. 30. And. Caleb stilled the People — and said, Let us go up At once and possess it, np1 crd cc np1 vvn dt n1 — cc vvd, vvb pno12 vvi a-acp p-acp a-acp cc vvi pn31, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 29 Page 108
166 for we are well able to overcome it, v. 31. But the Men that went up with him, said we are not able to go up against the People, for we Are well able to overcome it, v. 31. But the Men that went up with him, said we Are not able to go up against the People, c-acp pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vvi pn31, n1 crd p-acp dt n2 cst vvd a-acp p-acp pno31, vvd pns12 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 29 Page 108
167 for they are stronger than we; for they Are Stronger than we; c-acp pns32 vbr jc cs pns12; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 29 Page 108
168 compare this with Num. 14.37,40. v. 37. Those Men that did bring up the evil Report upon the Land, died by the Plague before the Lord, v. 40. The People rose up early in the morning, compare this with Num. 14.37,40. v. 37. Those Men that did bring up the evil Report upon the Land, died by the Plague before the Lord, v. 40. The People rose up early in the morning, vvb d p-acp np1 crd. n1 crd d n2 cst vdd vvi a-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 crd dt n1 vvd a-acp av-j p-acp dt n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 29 Page 108
169 and got them up into the top of the Mountain, saying, Lo, we be here, and will go up into the place which the Lord hath promised; for we have sinned. and god them up into the top of the Mountain, saying, Lo, we be Here, and will go up into the place which the Lord hath promised; for we have sinned. cc vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg, uh, pns12 vbb av, cc vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn; c-acp pns12 vhb vvn. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 29 Page 108
170 The sum of the Story is this; The sum of the Story is this; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz d; (7) doctrine (DIV2) 29 Page 108
171 'twas their Duty to go presently and take possession of Canaan. Those that discouraged them to this Duty, God struck them dead suddenly: 'twas their Duty to go presently and take possession of Canaan. Those that discouraged them to this Duty, God struck them dead suddenly: pn31|vbds po32 n1 pc-acp vvi av-j cc vvb n1 pp-f np1. d cst vvd pno32 p-acp d n1, np1 vvd pno32 j av-j: (7) doctrine (DIV2) 29 Page 109
172 This startles the Survivors, they did but sleep upon it (or rather wake upon it) one night, on the very morrow morning, they'll go to rights to Canaan. No, 'tis too late, God refuseth the Conduct of them, there's never a Man of them shall ever see Canaan. Think of this over again. This startles the Survivors, they did but sleep upon it (or rather wake upon it) one night, on the very morrow morning, They'll go to rights to Canaan. No, it's too late, God Refuseth the Conduct of them, there's never a Man of them shall ever see Canaan. Think of this over again. d vvz dt np1, pns32 vdd p-acp vvi p-acp pn31 (cc av-c vvi p-acp pn31) crd n1, p-acp dt j n1 n1, pns32|vmb vvi p-acp n2-jn pc-acp np1. uh-dx, pn31|vbz av j, np1 vvz dt vvb pp-f pno32, pc-acp|vbz av-x dt n1 pp-f pno32 vmb av vvi np1. vvb pp-f d p-acp av. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 29 Page 109
173 2. The oftener present Help for present Duty is neglected, the more likely it is that God is upon his departure from such a People, Jer. 16.21. 2. The oftener present Help for present Duty is neglected, the more likely it is that God is upon his departure from such a People, Jer. 16.21. crd dt av-c j n1 p-acp j n1 vbz vvn, dt av-dc j pn31 vbz cst np1 vbz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d dt n1, np1 crd. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 30 Page 109
174 Therefore behold, I will this once cause them to know, I will cause them to know mine hand and my might, Therefore behold, I will this once cause them to know, I will cause them to know mine hand and my might, av vvi, pns11 vmb d c-acp vvb pno32 pc-acp vvi, pns11 vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi po11 n1 cc po11 n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 30 Page 109
175 and they shall know that my Name is the Lord, q. d. once for all, and I'll trouble my self with them no more. and they shall know that my Name is the Lord, q. worser. once for all, and I'll trouble my self with them no more. cc pns32 vmb vvi cst po11 n1 vbz dt n1, vvd. sy. a-acp p-acp d, cc pns11|vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp pno32 dx av-dc. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 30 Page 109
176 And now God saith, My Servant Brand is dead. Perhaps some may be ready presently to say, Will you compare him with Moses? It is said. And now God Says, My Servant Brand is dead. Perhaps Some may be ready presently to say, Will you compare him with Moses? It is said. cc av np1 vvz, po11 n1 n1 vbz j. av d vmb vbi j av-j pc-acp vvi, vmb pn22 vvi pno31 p-acp np1? pn31 vbz vvn. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 31 Page 110
177 There arose not a Prophet since in Israel like unto Moses, whom the Lord knew face to face. There arose not a Prophet since in Israel like unto Moses, whom the Lord knew face to face. a-acp vvd xx dt n1 c-acp p-acp np1 av-j p-acp np1, ro-crq dt n1 vvd n1 p-acp n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 31 Page 110
178 You may observe, several Persons are commended in Scripture as Non-such Persons for some peculiar Excellency, wherein they excelled others, You may observe, several Persons Are commended in Scripture as Nonesuch Persons for Some peculiar Excellency, wherein they excelled Others, pn22 vmb vvi, j n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp j n2 p-acp d j n1, c-crq pns32 vvd n2-jn, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 31 Page 110
179 though some in other things excelled them, e. g. Hezekiah trusted in the Lord God of Israel, though Some in other things excelled them, e. g. Hezekiah trusted in the Lord God of Israel, cs d p-acp j-jn n2 vvd pno32, sy. sy. np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 np1 pp-f np1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 31 Page 110
180 so that after him was none like him among all the Kings of Judah, nor any that were before him, &c. For trusting in God without calling in Heathenish Succours, none like him. so that After him was none like him among all the Kings of Judah, nor any that were before him, etc. For trusting in God without calling in Heathenish Succours, none like him. av cst p-acp pno31 vbds pix av-j pno31 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1, ccx d cst vbdr p-acp pno31, av p-acp vvg p-acp np1 p-acp vvg p-acp j n2, pix av-j pno31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 31 Page 110
181 So of Josiah, Like unto him was there no King before him, that turned to the Lord with all his heart, So of Josiah, Like unto him was there no King before him, that turned to the Lord with all his heart, np1 pp-f np1, av-j p-acp pno31 vbds a-acp dx n1 p-acp pno31, cst vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp d po31 n1, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 31 Page 110
182 and with all his soul, and with all his might, according to all the Law of Moses, neither after him arose there any like him. and with all his soul, and with all his might, according to all the Law of Moses, neither After him arose there any like him. cc p-acp d po31 n1, cc p-acp d po31 n1, vvg p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1, av-d p-acp pno31 vvd a-acp d av-j pno31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 31 Page 111
183 For his diligent care to root out Idolatry, and establish the true Religion, none like him. For his diligent care to root out Idolatry, and establish the true Religion, none like him. p-acp po31 j n1 pc-acp vvi av n1, cc vvi dt j n1, pix av-j pno31. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 31 Page 111
184 And of John Christ saith, Among them that are born of Women, there hath not risen a greater than John the Baptist. And of John christ Says, Among them that Are born of Women, there hath not risen a greater than John the Baptist. cc pp-f np1 np1 vvz, p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn pp-f n2, pc-acp vhz xx vvn dt jc cs np1 dt n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 31 Page 111
185 Other Prophets prophesied of Christ to come, John Baptist could point to him, and say, Behold the Lamb of God which taketh away the Sin of the World. Other prophets prophesied of christ to come, John Baptist could point to him, and say, Behold the Lamb of God which Takes away the since of the World. j-jn n2 vvn pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi, np1 np1 vmd vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvi, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz av dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 31 Page 111
186 He could shew him to be already come. He could show him to be already come. pns31 vmd vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi av vvn. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 31 Page 111
187 And the blessed Apostle saith of the Galatians. My temptation which was in my flesh ye despised not, And the blessed Apostle Says of the Galatians. My temptation which was in my Flesh you despised not, cc dt j-vvn n1 vvz pp-f dt np1. po11 n1 r-crq vbds p-acp po11 n1 pn22 vvd xx, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 31 Page 111
188 nor rejected, but received me as an Angel of God, even as Christ Jesus, q. d. nor rejected, but received me as an Angel of God, even as christ jesus, q. worser. ccx vvn, cc-acp vvd pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av c-acp np1 np1, vvd. sy. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 31 Page 111
189 If Christ Jesus himself had come amongst you, you could not have been more kind to him then you were to me. If christ jesus himself had come among you, you could not have been more kind to him then you were to me. cs np1 np1 px31 vhn vvn p-acp pn22, pn22 vmd xx vhi vbn av-dc j p-acp pno31 cs pn22 vbdr p-acp pno11. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 31 Page 111
190 In a word, I will grant Moses excell'd all the Prophets, not only in the Sublimeness of his Prophesie, but in the Excellency and Multitude of his Miracles. In a word, I will grant Moses excelled all the prophets, not only in the Sublimeness of his Prophesy, but in the Excellency and Multitude of his Miracles. p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi np1 vvn d dt n2, xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 vvb, p-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n2. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 31 Page 112
191 In one Age he wrought Seventy six Miracles, when all that were wrought from the Beginning of the World to the Destruction of the first Temple were but seventy four, In one Age he wrought Seventy six Miracles, when all that were wrought from the Beginning of the World to the Destruction of the First Temple were but seventy four, p-acp crd n1 pns31 vvd crd crd n2, c-crq d cst vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1 vbdr cc-acp crd crd, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 31 Page 112
192 as some of the Jewish Masters count them. as Some of the Jewish Masters count them. c-acp d pp-f dt jp n2 vvb pno32. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 31 Page 112
193 Moses had an Hundred seventy three Colloquies with God, which we read not of all Prophets besides. Moses had an Hundred seventy three Colloquies with God, which we read not of all prophets beside. np1 vhd dt crd crd crd n2 p-acp np1, r-crq pns12 vvb xx pp-f d n2 a-acp. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 31 Page 112
194 But yet if you will consider Mr. Brand, though I compare him not with Moses in the forementioned Particulars, But yet if you will Consider Mr. Brand, though I compare him not with Moses in the forementioned Particulars, p-acp av cs pn22 vmb vvi n1 n1, cs pns11 vvb pno31 xx p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n2-j, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 32 Page 112
195 yet I could mention more than I dare. yet I could mention more than I Dare. av pns11 vmd vvi av-dc cs pns11 vvb. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 32 Page 112
196 I'll therefore wave all that I have to say, and come to that which I would and should come to, I'll Therefore wave all that I have to say, and come to that which I would and should come to, pns11|vmb av vvi d cst pns11 vhb pc-acp vvi, cc vvb p-acp d r-crq pns11 vmd cc vmd vvi p-acp, (7) doctrine (DIV2) 32 Page 112
197 after all that can be said, and that is, Application. After all that can be said, and that is, Application. p-acp d cst vmb vbi vvn, cc d vbz, n1. (7) doctrine (DIV2) 32 Page 112
198 Application. I'll begin with a word of Information; Application. I'll begin with a word of Information; n1. pns11|vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) applications (DIV2) 32 Page 113
199 But I fear the Belialists will call it a Use of Consolation, That Mr. Brand is dead; But I Fear the Belialists will call it a Use of Consolation, That Mr. Brand is dead; cc-acp pns11 vvb dt n2 vmb vvi pn31 dt n1 pp-f n1, cst n1 vvb vbz j; (8) applications (DIV2) 34 Page 113
200 What was said of the two Witnesses, may in its measure be said of him; What was said of the two Witnesses, may in its measure be said of him; q-crq vbds vvn pp-f dt crd n2, vmb p-acp po31 n1 vbi vvn pp-f pno31; (8) applications (DIV2) 34 Page 113
201 They that dwell upon the Earth shall rejoice over them, and make merry, and shall send gifts one to another, They that dwell upon the Earth shall rejoice over them, and make merry, and shall send Gifts one to Another, pns32 cst vvb p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno32, cc vvi j, cc vmb vvi n2 crd p-acp n-jn, (8) applications (DIV2) 34 Page 113
202 because these two Prophets tormented them that dwelt upon the Earth. We shall never be troubled with his Zeal more; Because these two prophets tormented them that dwelled upon the Earth. We shall never be troubled with his Zeal more; c-acp d crd n2 vvn pno32 cst vvd p-acp dt n1. pns12 vmb av-x vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 av-dc; (8) applications (DIV2) 34 Page 113
203 we were uneasie whenever we came where he was, tho' he said nothing to us, we were in fear, he would awaken our sleeping Consciences, we were uneasy whenever we Come where he was, though he said nothing to us, we were in Fear, he would awaken our sleeping Consciences, pns12 vbdr j av pns12 vvd c-crq pns31 vbds, cs pns31 vvd pix p-acp pno12, pns12 vbdr p-acp n1, pns31 vmd vvi po12 j-vvg n2, (8) applications (DIV2) 34 Page 113
204 and make them fall upon us, that we should have much ado to quiet them; but now, he will never disturb us more. and make them fallen upon us, that we should have much ado to quiet them; but now, he will never disturb us more. cc vvi pno32 vvi p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vmd vhi d n1 pc-acp vvi pno32; p-acp av, pns31 vmb av-x vvi pno12 dc. (8) applications (DIV2) 34 Page 113
205 I will not stay with these; only leave one word with them. I will not stay with these; only leave one word with them. pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp d; av-j vvb crd n1 p-acp pno32. (8) applications (DIV2) 34 Page 113
206 That though they would not hear it from him, yet, unless by some other hand, they take the Counsel he did, That though they would not hear it from him, yet, unless by Some other hand, they take the Counsel he did, cst cs pns32 vmd xx vvi pn31 p-acp pno31, av, cs p-acp d j-jn n1, pns32 vvb dt n1 pns31 vdd, (8) applications (DIV2) 34 Page 114
207 or would have given them, viz. To turn from sin to God, they will never go whither he is gone. or would have given them, viz. To turn from since to God, they will never go whither he is gone. cc vmd vhi vvn pno32, n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1, pns32 vmb av-x vvi c-crq pns31 vbz vvn. (8) applications (DIV2) 34 Page 114
208 But the little Application I intend shall be to those who will receive it. I. To my Brethren therefore let me address my self. But the little Application I intend shall be to those who will receive it. I. To my Brothers Therefore let me address my self. p-acp dt j n1 pns11 vvb vmb vbi p-acp d r-crq vmb vvi pn31. pns11. p-acp po11 n2 av vvb pno11 vvi po11 n1. (8) applications (DIV2) 35 Page 114
209 And seeing God by his Providence hath singled out the meanest amongst you to be your Remembrancer, do not slight the Message for the Messenger's sake, And seeing God by his Providence hath singled out the Meanest among you to be your Remembrancer, do not slight the Message for the Messenger's sake, np1 vvg np1 p-acp po31 n1 vhz vvn av dt js p-acp pn22 pc-acp vbi po22 n1, vdb xx j dt n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, (8) applications (DIV2) 36 Page 114
210 but receive it for its moment's sake. but receive it for its moment's sake. cc-acp vvb pn31 p-acp po31 ng1 n1. (8) applications (DIV2) 36 Page 114
211 God speaks to you by (shall I call it) a visible voice, and should we not answer as Paul did to Christ upon his first powerful speaking to him. God speaks to you by (shall I call it) a visible voice, and should we not answer as Paul did to christ upon his First powerful speaking to him. np1 vvz p-acp pn22 p-acp (vmb pns11 vvi pn31) dt j n1, cc vmd pns12 xx vvi p-acp np1 vdd p-acp np1 p-acp po31 ord j vvg p-acp pno31. (8) applications (DIV2) 36 Page 114
212 Lord what wilt thou have us to do? 1. Reflect upon what you have heard, and seen of Mr. Brand. Lord what wilt thou have us to do? 1. Reflect upon what you have herd, and seen of Mr. Brand. n1 q-crq vm2 pns21 vhi pno12 pc-acp vdi? crd vvb p-acp r-crq pn22 vhb vvn, cc vvn pp-f n1 n1. (8) applications (DIV2) 36 Page 115
213 This will requite your second thoughts, the most sedate thoughts, and till they present you with a better Method make use of this, viz. Withdraw your selves as you do for secret Devotion, This will requite your second thoughts, the most sedate thoughts, and till they present you with a better Method make use of this, viz. Withdraw your selves as you do for secret Devotion, d vmb vvi po22 ord n2, dt av-ds n1 n2, cc c-acp pns32 vvb pn22 p-acp dt jc n1 vvi n1 pp-f d, n1 vvb po22 n2 c-acp pn22 vdb p-acp j-jn n1, (8) applications (DIV2) 37 Page 115
214 and there with awful Apprehensions of God's special Presence, thus (or in a more transporting manner) bespeak your own Souls. and there with awful Apprehensions of God's special Presence, thus (or in a more transporting manner) bespeak your own Souls. cc a-acp p-acp j n2 pp-f npg1 j n1, av (cc p-acp dt av-dc vvg n1) vvb po22 d n2. (8) applications (DIV2) 37 Page 115
215 O my Soul, here's an Employment worthy of thy self! Here a Minister of Christ indeed! Oh my Soul, here's an Employment worthy of thy self! Here a Minister of christ indeed! uh po11 n1, av|vbz dt n1 j pp-f po21 n1! av dt n1 pp-f np1 av! (8) applications (DIV2) 37 Page 115
216 Here's one that made no noise in the World, but did his Master's work in his Master's way! Here's one that made no noise in the World, but did his Masters work in his Masters Way! av|vbz crd cst vvd dx n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vdd po31 ng1 n1 p-acp po31 ng1 n1! (8) applications (DIV2) 37 Page 115
217 Here's one, whose Body, and Soul, and Estate, and Interest were all vigorously laid out for Christ! Here's one, whose Body, and Soul, and Estate, and Interest were all vigorously laid out for christ! av|vbz pi, rg-crq n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 vbdr d av-j vvn av p-acp np1! (8) applications (DIV2) 37 Page 115
218 Is not this Example worthy thy Imitation? shall no more use be made of this, Is not this Exampl worthy thy Imitation? shall no more use be made of this, vbz xx d n1 j po21 n1? vmb av-dx av-dc vvi vbi vvn pp-f d, (8) applications (DIV2) 37 Page 115
219 then of a Squib, to be thrown away for a blaze, and a noise, and there's an end of it; then of a Squib, to be thrown away for a blaze, and a noise, and there's an end of it; av pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, cc pc-acp|vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31; (8) applications (DIV2) 37 Page 115
220 or to use a better Metaphor, shall it be only looked upon as a Prodigy, to be talkt of for a while, or to use a better Metaphor, shall it be only looked upon as a Prodigy, to be talked of for a while, cc pc-acp vvi dt jc n1, vmb pn31 vbi av-j vvd p-acp p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbi vvd pp-f p-acp dt n1, (8) applications (DIV2) 37 Page 116
221 and nothing more? No, my Soul. God requires another kind of Improvement. God's giving me notice of such a Person is a Talent I must account for! and nothing more? No, my Soul. God requires Another kind of Improvement. God's giving me notice of such a Person is a Talon I must account for! cc pix av-dc? uh-dx, po11 n1 np1 vvz j-jn n1 pp-f n1. npg1 vvg pno11 n1 pp-f d dt n1 vbz dt n1 pns11 vmb vvi p-acp! (8) applications (DIV2) 37 Page 116
222 Brethren, are you in good earnest, will you do thus much? If so; I am sure your Consciences will not be quiet till you do more. Brothers, Are you in good earnest, will you do thus much? If so; I am sure your Consciences will not be quiet till you do more. n2, vbr pn22 p-acp j n1, vmb pn22 vdi av d? cs av; pns11 vbm j po22 n2 vmb xx vbi j-jn p-acp pn22 vdb dc. (8) applications (DIV2) 37 Page 116
223 2. Put down in writing what in his Life your Consciences charge upon you to be your Duty to imitate. 2. Put down in writing what in his Life your Consciences charge upon you to be your Duty to imitate. crd vvb a-acp p-acp vvg r-crq p-acp po31 n1 po22 n2 vvb p-acp pn22 pc-acp vbi po22 n1 pc-acp vvi. (8) applications (DIV2) 38 Page 116
224 I'll suppose you now in the Secrets of God's presence, wholly taken up with such (as more spiritual) Soliloquies. I'll suppose you now in the Secrets of God's presence, wholly taken up with such (as more spiritual) Soliloquies. pns11|vmb vvb pn22 av p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f npg1 n1, av-jn vvn a-acp p-acp d (c-acp av-dc j) n2. (8) applications (DIV2) 38 Page 116
225 This, and that he did, which I do not. This and that, he did, otherwise than I do. This, and that he did, which I do not. This and that, he did, otherwise than I do. d, cc cst pns31 vdd, r-crq pns11 vdb xx. d cc d, pns31 vdd, av cs pns11 vdb. (8) applications (DIV2) 38 Page 116
226 I cannot but say, 'Tis my Duty as much as his to fulfil my Ministry, where he had gracious Ability to discharge his Office, I may have the like to discharge mine. I cannot but say, It's my Duty as much as his to fulfil my Ministry, where he had gracious Ability to discharge his Office, I may have the like to discharge mine. pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi, pn31|vbz po11 n1 c-acp d c-acp po31 pc-acp vvi po11 n1, c-crq pns31 vhd j n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pns11 vmb vhi dt av-j pc-acp vvi png11. (8) applications (DIV2) 38 Page 117
227 I'll therefore put down my present Sentiments of these things, and lay them by, for further Meditation and Prayer. I'll Therefore put down my present Sentiments of these things, and lay them by, for further Meditation and Prayer. pns11|vmb av vvi a-acp po11 j n2 pp-f d n2, cc vvd pno32 p-acp, p-acp jc n1 cc n1. (8) applications (DIV2) 38 Page 117
228 3. Every day review what you have written; do it with Meditation and Prayer. 3. Every day review what you have written; do it with Meditation and Prayer. crd d n1 vvi r-crq pn22 vhb vvn; vdb pn31 p-acp n1 cc n1. (8) applications (DIV2) 39 Page 117
229 Where you left it the day before, endeavour to take it up with the same (or greater) Sense of being concern'd for the Souls of those to whom God sends you, he hath done much; Where you left it the day before, endeavour to take it up with the same (or greater) Sense of being concerned for the Souls of those to whom God sends you, he hath done much; c-crq pn22 vvd pn31 dt n1 a-acp, vvb pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp dt d (cc jc) n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d p-acp ro-crq np1 vvz pn22, pns31 vhz vdn av-d; (8) applications (DIV2) 39 Page 117
230 it cannot be denied, but what hath been done, may be done. it cannot be denied, but what hath been done, may be done. pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, cc-acp q-crq vhz vbn vdn, vmb vbi vdn. (8) applications (DIV2) 39 Page 117
231 Here's one gave up himself more entirely to God, and to do good than I have yet done. Here's one gave up himself more entirely to God, and to do good than I have yet done. av|vbz pi vvd a-acp px31 av-dc av-j p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vdi j cs pns11 vhb av vdn. (8) applications (DIV2) 39 Page 117
232 What, though his worldly Estate was better than mine, shall I therefore imitate him in nothing? What! do nothing more than I did before! What, though his worldly Estate was better than mine, shall I Therefore imitate him in nothing? What! do nothing more than I did before! q-crq, cs po31 j n1 vbds jc cs png11, vmb pns11 av vvi pno31 p-acp pix? uh vdb pix av-dc cs pns11 vdd c-acp! (8) applications (DIV2) 39 Page 117
233 Think of it and pray over it again, and lay it by again, till it be ripe for a Resolution. Think of it and pray over it again, and lay it by again, till it be ripe for a Resolution. vvb pp-f pn31 cc vvb p-acp pn31 av, cc vvd pn31 p-acp av, c-acp pn31 vbb j p-acp dt n1. (8) applications (DIV2) 39 Page 117
234 4. Take it up again, and read it over, and pray it over, and think it over, with substracting, adding, altering as upon the most mature deliberation the Matter requires, 4. Take it up again, and read it over, and pray it over, and think it over, with substracting, adding, altering as upon the most mature deliberation the Matter requires, crd vvb pn31 a-acp av, cc vvb pn31 a-acp, cc vvb pn31 a-acp, cc vvb pn31 a-acp, p-acp vvg, vvg, vvg a-acp p-acp dt ds j n1 dt n1 vvz, (8) applications (DIV2) 40 Page 118
235 and then bring it to a serious, humble, and temporary Resolution; and whether you will bring that Resolution under another refining. and then bring it to a serious, humble, and temporary Resolution; and whither you will bring that Resolution under Another refining. cc av vvb pn31 p-acp dt j, j, cc j n1; cc cs pn22 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n-jn vvg. (8) applications (DIV2) 40 Page 118
236 I submit it to you, but when it hath come under your last hand mould it into a Cautious, Self-dying, Temporary Vow: I submit it to you, but when it hath come under your last hand mould it into a Cautious, Self-dying, Temporary Voelli: pns11 vvb pn31 p-acp pn22, cc-acp c-crq pn31 vhz vvn p-acp po22 ord n1 vvb pn31 p-acp dt j, j, j vvb: (8) applications (DIV2) 40 Page 118
237 You know my Brethren better than I, that well composed Vows are extraordinarily helpful for the doing of extraordinary Service, You know my Brothers better than I, that well composed Vows Are extraordinarily helpful for the doing of extraordinary Service, pn22 vvb po11 n2 av-jc cs pns11, cst av vvn n2 vbr av-j j p-acp dt vdg pp-f j n1, (8) applications (DIV2) 40 Page 118
238 and they are ordinarily blessed with more than ordinary Success, but the Success depends much upon the manner of their composition. and they Are ordinarily blessed with more than ordinary Success, but the Success depends much upon the manner of their composition. cc pns32 vbr av-j vvn p-acp dc cs j n1, cc-acp dt n1 vvz d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (8) applications (DIV2) 40 Page 118
239 I have named three Qualifications, which must be inseparable, namely, Cautious, for rash Vows involve the Soul in dreadful Perplexities, that many gracious Persons never extricate themselves while they live. I have nam three Qualifications, which must be inseparable, namely, Cautious, for rash Vows involve the Soul in dreadful Perplexities, that many gracious Persons never extricate themselves while they live. pns11 vhb vvn crd n2, r-crq vmb vbi j, av, j, p-acp j n2 vvb dt n1 p-acp j n2, cst d j n2 av-x j px32 cs pns32 vvb. (8) applications (DIV2) 40 Page 119
240 And they must not only be Cautious, but Self-denying. I think I may say 'tis universally true, without so much as one exception, that a Self confident Vow is always broken. And they must not only be Cautious, but Self-denying. I think I may say it's universally true, without so much as one exception, that a Self confident Voelli is always broken. cc pns32 vmb xx av-j vbi j, cc-acp j. pns11 vvb pns11 vmb vvi pn31|vbz av-j j, p-acp av av-d c-acp crd n1, cst dt n1 j vvb vbz av vvn. (8) applications (DIV2) 40 Page 119
241 What we undertake in our own strength, God not only in Justice, but in Mercy shews us our folly; What we undertake in our own strength, God not only in justice, but in Mercy shows us our folly; q-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 d n1, np1 xx av-j p-acp n1, p-acp p-acp n1 vvz pno12 po12 n1; (8) applications (DIV2) 40 Page 119
242 the more we live at a Dependance upon God in every thing (in a way of Duty, not of Sloth) the more infallible is our Success: the more we live At a Dependence upon God in every thing (in a Way of Duty, not of Sloth) the more infallible is our Success: dt av-dc pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d n1 (p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, xx pp-f np1) dt av-dc j vbz po12 n1: (8) applications (DIV2) 40 Page 119
243 Add one Qualification more, and that is Temporary not perpetual; Add one Qualification more, and that is Temporary not perpetual; vvb crd n1 av-dc, cc d vbz j xx j; (8) applications (DIV2) 40 Page 119
244 mistake me not, I am not speaking of Baptismal Vows, or of those that make up (as it were) the Substantials of Religion; mistake me not, I am not speaking of Baptismal Vows, or of those that make up (as it were) the Substantials of Religion; vvb pno11 xx, pns11 vbm xx vvg pp-f j n2, cc pp-f d cst vvb a-acp (c-acp pn31 vbdr) dt n2-jn pp-f n1; (8) applications (DIV2) 40 Page 119
245 but of prudential Vows, that help us to the better performance of some special Duties; it is superfluous to speak here against Popish Vows, the word Temporary excludes them; but of prudential Vows, that help us to the better performance of Some special Duties; it is superfluous to speak Here against Popish Vows, the word Temporary excludes them; cc-acp pp-f j n2, cst vvb pno12 p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f d j n2; pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi av p-acp j n2, dt n1 j vvz pno32; (8) applications (DIV2) 40 Page 119
246 and well may they be excluded; and well may they be excluded; cc av vmb pns32 vbi vvn; (8) applications (DIV2) 40 Page 120
247 who exclude all but themselves from being religious, they call all their own Clergy Secular, i. e. who exclude all but themselves from being religious, they call all their own Clergy Secular, i. e. r-crq vvi d cc-acp px32 p-acp vbg j, pns32 vvb d po32 d n1 j, uh. sy. (8) applications (DIV2) 40 Page 120
248 worldly, that are not under some of their perpetual Vows, to them they appropriate the Title of Regular, and count their Votaries the only Religious among them; worldly, that Are not under Some of their perpetual Vows, to them they Appropriate the Title of Regular, and count their Votaries the only Religious among them; j, cst vbr xx p-acp d pp-f po32 j n2, p-acp pno32 pns32 vvi dt n1 pp-f j, cc vvi po32 n2 dt j j p-acp pno32; (8) applications (DIV2) 40 Page 120
249 but all I aim at is this. but all I aim At is this. cc-acp d pns11 vvb p-acp vbz d. (8) applications (DIV2) 40 Page 120
250 Many whose hearts are set for God whose Judgments are newly informed, whose affections are warmly engaged, Many whose hearts Are Set for God whose Judgments Are newly informed, whose affections Are warmly engaged, av-d r-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp np1 rg-crq n2 vbr av-j vvn, rg-crq n2 vbr av-j vvn, (8) applications (DIV2) 40 Page 120
251 and whose Consciences are tenderly convinced that they must do their utmost to get assurance of their own Salvation, and whose Consciences Are tenderly convinced that they must do their utmost to get assurance of their own Salvation, cc rg-crq n2 vbr av-j vvd cst pns32 vmb vdi po32 j pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f po32 d n1, (8) applications (DIV2) 40 Page 120
252 and then their utmost to promore the Salvation of others, and they would fain have the same Impression abide upon their Spirits without any abatement; and then their utmost to Promore the Salvation of Others, and they would fain have the same Impression abide upon their Spirits without any abatement; cc av po32 j p-acp av dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, cc pns32 vmd av-j vhi dt d n1 vvi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp d n1; (8) applications (DIV2) 40 Page 120
253 and therefore they bind themselves to such Severities of Religion, that the Change of Providence render impracticable, and so what they intended to be a furtherance proves a hindrance of the end they designed: and Therefore they bind themselves to such Severities of Religion, that the Change of Providence render impracticable, and so what they intended to be a furtherance Proves a hindrance of the end they designed: cc av pns32 vvb px32 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, cst dt vvb pp-f n1 vvb j, cc av q-crq pns32 vvd pc-acp vbi dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns32 vvd: (8) applications (DIV2) 40 Page 121
254 Therefore let your Vow be Temporary, and do by it, as you do by a Lease near its expiration, renew it again, with what alteration of Circumstances is necessary, without any abatement of the substance of your vow. Therefore let your Voelli be Temporary, and do by it, as you do by a Lease near its expiration, renew it again, with what alteration of circumstances is necessary, without any abatement of the substance of your Voelli. av vvb po22 vvb vbb j, cc vdb p-acp pn31, c-acp pn22 vdb p-acp dt n1 av-j po31 n1, vvb pn31 av, p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f n2 vbz j, p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po22 n1. (8) applications (DIV2) 40 Page 121
255 My Brethren, I pretend not to teach you; My Brothers, I pretend not to teach you; po11 n2, pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi pn22; (8) applications (DIV2) 41 Page 121
256 this is all I aim at I beg of you to do something more after the proposing of this Example, this is all I aim At I beg of you to do something more After the proposing of this Exampl, d vbz d pns11 vvb p-acp pns11 vvb pp-f pn22 pc-acp vdi pi n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f d n1, (8) applications (DIV2) 41 Page 121
257 than you did before the proposing of it, what to do, and how to secure the manner and the continuance of doing it, I leave wholly to your selves, than you did before the proposing of it, what to do, and how to secure the manner and the Continuance of doing it, I leave wholly to your selves, cs pn22 vdd p-acp dt vvg pp-f pn31, r-crq pc-acp vdi, cc c-crq pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f vdg pn31, pns11 vvb av-jn p-acp po22 n2, (8) applications (DIV2) 41 Page 121
258 and to the Spirit's direction, I only beg, that this Example may not be lost to you. II. To private Christians; and to the Spirit's direction, I only beg, that this Exampl may not be lost to you. II To private Christians; cc p-acp dt n1|vbz n1, pns11 av-j vvb, cst d n1 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp pn22. crd p-acp j np1; (8) applications (DIV2) 41 Page 121
259 so far as what I have offered to my Brethren is suitable to your Station, make Conscience of it; But add, so Far as what I have offered to my Brothers is suitable to your Station, make Conscience of it; But add, av av-j c-acp r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp po11 n2 vbz j p-acp po22 n1, vvb n1 pp-f pn31; cc-acp vvb, (8) applications (DIV2) 42 Page 122
260 1. Improve Ministers while you have them, you cannot but be sensible, God is removing them apace, 1. Improve Ministers while you have them, you cannot but be sensible, God is removing them apace, crd vvb n2 cs pn22 vhb pno32, pn22 vmbx p-acp vbi j, np1 vbz vvg pno32 av, (8) applications (DIV2) 43 Page 122
261 and which of you hath not said over some Ministers of your particular acquaintance, had I thought God would have taken them away so soon, I would have better improved my acquaintance. and which of you hath not said over Some Ministers of your particular acquaintance, had I Thought God would have taken them away so soon, I would have better improved my acquaintance. cc r-crq pp-f pn22 vhz xx vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f po22 j n1, vhd pns11 vvn np1 vmd vhi vvn pno32 av av av, pns11 vmd vhi av-jc vvn po11 n1. (8) applications (DIV2) 43 Page 122
262 Do it now with those that remain, make the best you can of them, all manner of ways. Do it now with those that remain, make the best you can of them, all manner of ways. vdb pn31 av p-acp d cst vvb, vvb dt js pn22 vmb pp-f pno32, d n1 pp-f n2. (8) applications (DIV2) 43 Page 122
263 In hearing of them, avoid two Rocks, be neither wanton, nor censorious; do not swallow all you receive like Pills without chewing, In hearing of them, avoid two Rocks, be neither wanton, nor censorious; do not swallow all you receive like Pills without chewing, p-acp vvg pp-f pno32, vvb crd n2, vbb dx j-jn, ccx j; vdb xx vvi av-d pn22 vvb av-j n2 p-acp vvg, (8) applications (DIV2) 43 Page 122
264 because you esteem the Preacher, nor Wyer-draw what is delivered, because of prejudice. Do not refuse wholesome Truths, because they are not drest up to your liking: Because you esteem the Preacher, nor Wyer-draw what is Delivered, Because of prejudice. Do not refuse wholesome Truths, Because they Are not dressed up to your liking: c-acp pn22 vvb dt n1, ccx j r-crq vbz vvn, c-acp pp-f n1. vdb xx vvi j n2, c-acp pns32 vbr xx vvn a-acp p-acp po22 n-vvg: (8) applications (DIV2) 43 Page 122
265 Nor commend what is blame worthy because it suits your humor. How many better then your selves would welcome what you nauseate. Nor commend what is blame worthy Because it suits your humour. How many better then your selves would welcome what you nauseate. ccx vvb q-crq vbz n1 j c-acp pn31 n2 po22 n1. q-crq d jc cs po22 n2 vmd vvi r-crq pn22 vvb. (8) applications (DIV2) 43 Page 123
266 Many hungry Souls would count your Orts a Feast; Many hungry Souls would count your Orts a Feast; d j n2 vmd vvi po22 n2 dt n1; (8) applications (DIV2) 43 Page 123
267 in short, if you did but consider this one thing in Mr. Brand 's ordinary composing of his Sermons: in short, if you did but Consider this one thing in Mr. Brand is ordinary composing of his Sermons: p-acp j, cs pn22 vdd cc-acp vvi d crd n1 p-acp n1 vvb vbz j vvg pp-f po31 n2: (8) applications (DIV2) 43 Page 123
268 Surely 'twould make you cautious of hearing of Sermons ever after, namely, the more then ordinary time that he spent in Prayer, methinks it doth as it were naturally prompt you to be proportionably much in Prayer, that the word preached may be savingly profitable. Surely 'twould make you cautious of hearing of Sermons ever After, namely, the more then ordinary time that he spent in Prayer, methinks it does as it were naturally prompt you to be proportionably much in Prayer, that the word preached may be savingly profitable. av-j pn31|vmd vvi pn22 j pp-f vvg pp-f n2 av a-acp, av, dt av-dc cs j n1 cst pns31 vvd p-acp n1, vvz pn31 vdz p-acp pn31 vbdr av-j vvi pn22 pc-acp vbi av-j av-d p-acp n1, cst dt n1 vvn vmb vbi av-vvg j. (8) applications (DIV2) 43 Page 123
269 Christians I propose it to your Consciences, whether serious praying, secret prayer before and after every Sermon you hear, would not do much to cure you of your faults of both hearing and practise. Christians I propose it to your Consciences, whither serious praying, secret prayer before and After every Sermon you hear, would not do much to cure you of your Faults of both hearing and practice. np1 pns11 vvb pn31 p-acp po22 n2, cs j vvg, j-jn n1 a-acp cc p-acp d n1 pn22 vvb, vmd xx vdi d pc-acp vvi pn22 pp-f po22 n2 pp-f d n-vvg cc n1. (8) applications (DIV2) 43 Page 123
270 Though we trifle with Men, we dare not do so with God. Though we trifle with Men, we Dare not doe so with God. cs pns12 vvb p-acp n2, pns12 vvb xx n1 av p-acp np1. (8) applications (DIV2) 43 Page 124
271 A few serious Minutes with God before and after a Sermon, pray, try, whether 'twill not work Wonders. A few serious Minutes with God before and After a Sermon, pray, try, whither it'll not work Wonders. dt d j ng1 p-acp np1 p-acp cc p-acp dt n1, vvb, vvb, cs pn31|vmb xx vvi n2. (8) applications (DIV2) 43 Page 124
272 2. Acquaint your selves more familiarily with some one, or more Ministers, that you have or may find specially beneficial to your Soul. Though there's no sufficient Scripture-warrant for a Popish Confessor to have a Key to your Conscience for secular Advantage, yet there's sufficient warrant for Christians to ask and Ministers not to dare to deny particular Advice and Encouragement in all emergent Cases. Where Pastors and People are duly communicative for ends purely Spiritual, 'Tis no small advantage to both: 2. Acquaint your selves more familiarily with Some one, or more Ministers, that you have or may find specially beneficial to your Soul. Though there's no sufficient Scriptural warrant for a Popish Confessor to have a Key to your Conscience for secular Advantage, yet there's sufficient warrant for Christians to ask and Ministers not to Dare to deny particular advice and Encouragement in all emergent Cases. Where Pastors and People Are duly communicative for ends purely Spiritual, It's no small advantage to both: crd vvb po22 n2 av-dc av-j p-acp d pi, cc av-dc n2, cst pn22 vhb cc vmb vvi av-j j p-acp po22 n1 cs pc-acp|vbz dx j j p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp po22 n1 p-acp j n1, av pc-acp|vbz j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp vvb cc n2 xx pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi j n1 cc n1 p-acp d fw-la n2. c-crq ng1 cc n1 vbr av-jn j p-acp n2 av-j j, pn31|vbz dx j n1 p-acp d: (8) applications (DIV2) 44 Page 124
273 Ministers may learn as much to help their Preaching, as People may learn to guide their Practise. But, Ministers may Learn as much to help their Preaching, as People may Learn to guide their practice. But, n2 vmb vvi p-acp av-d pc-acp vvi po32 vvg, p-acp n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi po32 n1. p-acp, (8) applications (DIV2) 44 Page 125
274 3. Do not trouble your Ministers with things remote from practical Cases of Conscience, but about your own present Duty. 3. Do not trouble your Ministers with things remote from practical Cases of Conscience, but about your own present Duty. crd vdb xx vvi po22 n2 p-acp n2 j p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp p-acp po22 d j n1. (8) applications (DIV2) 45 Page 125
275 Christians I would charge you to weigh every word in this direction; Christians I would charge you to weigh every word in this direction; np1 pns11 vmd vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp d n1; (8) applications (DIV2) 45 Page 125
276 do not trouble your Ministers, by diverting them and your selves from what's of moment to what's trivial, (unless it be when it may be a Duty to unbend their Bow, do not trouble your Ministers, by diverting them and your selves from what's of moment to what's trivial, (unless it be when it may be a Duty to unbend their Bow, vdb xx vvi po22 n2, p-acp vvg pno32 cc po22 n2 p-acp r-crq|vbz pp-f n1 p-acp q-crq|vbz j, (cs pn31 vbi c-crq pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, (8) applications (DIV2) 45 Page 125
277 for refreshing their tired Spirits) however pleasant it may seem to be, 'twill be a Trouble to review. for refreshing their tired Spirits) however pleasant it may seem to be, it'll be a Trouble to review. p-acp vvg po32 j-vvn n2) c-acp j pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi, pn31|vmb vbi dt vvb pc-acp vvi. (8) applications (DIV2) 45 Page 125
278 Then let it be your Ministers, some run up and down, and settle no where, who are at best but like those Deer that leap over the Pales, who though they meet with better Pasture then the Park affords, Then let it be your Ministers, Some run up and down, and settle no where, who Are At best but like those Deer that leap over the Pales, who though they meet with better Pasture then the Park affords, av vvb pn31 vbb po22 n2, d vvn a-acp cc a-acp, cc vvb dx c-crq, r-crq vbr p-acp av-js cc-acp av-j d n1 cst vvb p-acp dt n2, r-crq cs pns32 vvb p-acp jc n1 cs dt n1 vvz, (8) applications (DIV2) 45 Page 125
279 yet they are leaner than those that stay in their Enclosure. yet they Are leaner than those that stay in their Enclosure. av pns32 vbr jc cs d cst vvb p-acp po32 n1. (8) applications (DIV2) 45 Page 125
280 Such planetary Christians, though they converse with worthy Ministers, yet 'tis ordinarily about things remote from what is spiritually profitable, they will ask Problematical Questions, Such planetary Christians, though they converse with worthy Ministers, yet it's ordinarily about things remote from what is spiritually profitable, they will ask Problematical Questions, d j np1, cs pns32 vvb p-acp j n2, av pn31|vbz av-j p-acp n2 j p-acp r-crq vbz av-j j, pns32 vmb vvi j n2, (8) applications (DIV2) 45 Page 126
281 and be sure like the Lapwing to make the greatest noise far from their Nest; and be sure like the Lapwing to make the greatest noise Far from their Nest; cc vbi j av-j dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt js n1 av-j p-acp po32 n1; (8) applications (DIV2) 45 Page 126
282 they will not come near any thing that comes near their Conscience, but all the words they speak are such as Christ calls unprofitable, i.e. neither they, they will not come near any thing that comes near their Conscience, but all the words they speak Are such as christ calls unprofitable, i.e. neither they, pns32 vmb xx vvi av-j d n1 cst vvz av-j po32 n1, cc-acp d dt n2 pns32 vvb vbr d c-acp np1 vvz j, n1 d pns32, (8) applications (DIV2) 45 Page 126
283 nor others can profit any thing by them; nor Others can profit any thing by them; ccx n2-jn vmb vvi d n1 p-acp pno32; (8) applications (DIV2) 45 Page 126
284 whereas your discourse with Ministers should always be of what may properly enough be called a Case of Conscience; whereas your discourse with Ministers should always be of what may properly enough be called a Case of Conscience; cs po22 n1 p-acp n2 vmd av vbi pp-f r-crq vmb av-j d vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) applications (DIV2) 45 Page 126
285 their business, and their very Recreations should be reducible to Cases of Conscience, and that not only Cases of Conscience, but practicable Cases of Conscience; their business, and their very Recreations should be reducible to Cases of Conscience, and that not only Cases of Conscience, but practicable Cases of Conscience; po32 n1, cc po32 j n2 vmd vbi j p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc cst xx av-j n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp j n2 pp-f n1; (8) applications (DIV2) 45 Page 126
286 not Cases like the Cobwebs of the School-men, finely spun but of no use, but of those things that concern Duty. Notions will not save us, we may towre high in Speculation and drop into Hell; not Cases like the Cobwebs of the Schoolmen, finely spun but of no use, but of those things that concern Duty. Notions will not save us, we may tower high in Speculation and drop into Hell; xx n2 av-j dt n2 pp-f dt n2, av-j vvn p-acp pp-f dx n1, cc-acp pp-f d n2 cst vvb n1. n2 vmb xx vvi pno12, pns12 vmb vvi j p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp n1; (8) applications (DIV2) 45 Page 127
287 it should be our Ambition to know words and things whereby we may be saved. And 'tis not enough to know what is Duty; it should be our Ambition to know words and things whereby we may be saved. And it's not enough to know what is Duty; pn31 vmd vbi po12 n1 pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2 c-crq pns12 vmb vbi vvn. cc pn31|vbz xx av-d pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz n1; (8) applications (DIV2) 45 Page 127
288 but what is our own Duty, we are too apt to remember what is said to be others Duty, but what is our own Duty, we Are too apt to Remember what is said to be Others Duty, cc-acp q-crq vbz po12 d n1, pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vbi ng1-jn n1, (8) applications (DIV2) 45 Page 127
289 and to twit them with the neglect of it, when we neglect our own. and to twit them with the neglect of it, when we neglect our own. cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-crq pns12 vvb po12 d. (8) applications (DIV2) 45 Page 127
290 Peter himself said to Christ, when what he spake should have engrost his thoughts, about his own greatest concern, Lord, and what shall this Man do? Jesus said unto him, Peter himself said to christ, when what he spoke should have engrossed his thoughts, about his own greatest concern, Lord, and what shall this Man do? jesus said unto him, np1 px31 vvd p-acp np1, c-crq q-crq pns31 vvd vmd vhi vvn po31 n2, p-acp po31 d js vvi, n1, cc q-crq vmb d n1 vdb? np1 vvd p-acp pno31, (8) applications (DIV2) 45 Page 127
291 if I will, that he tarry till I come, what is that to thee? follow thou me. if I will, that he tarry till I come, what is that to thee? follow thou me. cs pns11 vmb, cst pns31 vvb c-acp pns11 vvb, q-crq vbz d p-acp pno21? vvb pns21 pno11. (8) applications (DIV2) 45 Page 127
292 Mind your own Duty, to seek direction how you may direct those that are under your charge to do their Duty, that is your Duty, but do not concern your selves with that which doth not concern you, Mind your own Duty, to seek direction how you may Direct those that Are under your charge to do their Duty, that is your Duty, but do not concern your selves with that which does not concern you, n1 po22 d n1, pc-acp vvi n1 c-crq pn22 vmb vvi d cst vbr p-acp po22 n1 pc-acp vdi po32 n1, cst vbz po22 n1, p-acp vdb xx vvi po22 n2 p-acp d r-crq vdz xx vvi pn22, (8) applications (DIV2) 45 Page 127
293 as your own Duty; if you do, the least harm it doth you, is the necessitating you to omit your present Duty, you justle out your present Duty; as your own Duty; if you do, the least harm it does you, is the necessitating you to omit your present Duty, you justle out your present Duty; c-acp po22 d n1; cs pn22 vdb, dt ds vvb pn31 vdz pn22, vbz dt vvg pn22 p-acp vvi po22 j n1, pn22 vvi av po22 j n1; (8) applications (DIV2) 45 Page 128
294 and that is the last thing I mentioned in this Direction. Let your Enquiry always be about your present Duty; and that is the last thing I mentioned in this Direction. Let your Enquiry always be about your present Duty; cc d vbz dt ord n1 pns11 vvd p-acp d n1. vvb po22 n1 av vbi p-acp po22 j n1; (8) applications (DIV2) 45 Page 128
295 you will find this to shake off many Impertinencies; this will contract your work into a narrow compass; you will find this to shake off many Impertinencies; this will contract your work into a narrow compass; pn22 vmb vvi d pc-acp vvi a-acp d n2; d vmb vvi po22 n1 p-acp dt j n1; (8) applications (DIV2) 45 Page 128
296 this will facilitate your greatest difficulties; for this you may pray in Faith, for God's assistance and acceptance; this will facilitate your greatest difficulties; for this you may pray in Faith, for God's assistance and acceptance; d vmb vvi po22 js n2; p-acp d pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n1, p-acp npg1 n1 cc n1; (8) applications (DIV2) 45 Page 128
297 the well discharge of your present Duty, gives you the fairest hopes, that when that which is your future Duty shall come to be your present Duty, you shall graciously grow up into a capacity to discharge it. the well discharge of your present Duty, gives you the Fairest hope's, that when that which is your future Duty shall come to be your present Duty, you shall graciously grow up into a capacity to discharge it. dt av vvi pp-f po22 j n1, vvz pn22 dt js n2, cst c-crq cst r-crq vbz po22 j-jn n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi po22 j n1, pn22 vmb av-j vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. (8) applications (DIV2) 45 Page 128
298 I'll name but one thing more; I'll name but one thing more; pns11|vmb vvi p-acp crd n1 av-dc; (8) applications (DIV2) 46 Page 128
299 4. Exercise and evidence your real profiting by the Ministry you sit under, by discharging all your relations with suitable Godliness. 4. Exercise and evidence your real profiting by the Ministry you fit under, by discharging all your relations with suitable Godliness. crd n1 cc n1 po22 j vvg p-acp dt n1 pn22 vvb p-acp, p-acp vvg d po22 n2 p-acp j n1. (8) applications (DIV2) 47 Page 128
300 You have now your liberty to choose what Minister you please; what choice ever you make, let it not be with the despising of others; You have now your liberty to choose what Minister you please; what choice ever you make, let it not be with the despising of Others; pn22 vhb av po22 n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq vvb pn22 vvb; r-crq n1 av pn22 vvb, vvb pn31 xx vbb p-acp dt vvg pp-f n2-jn; (8) applications (DIV2) 47 Page 129
301 bless God for the manifold Gifts and Graces to his and your Servants, for Christ's sake: bless God for the manifold Gifts and Graces to his and your Servants, for Christ's sake: vvb np1 p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 p-acp png31 cc po22 n2, p-acp npg1 n1: (8) applications (DIV2) 47 Page 129
302 Do not confine the Church of Christ to a Party, His little Flock would be a little Flock indeed, should all be excluded, that do not worship him the same way. Do not confine the Church of christ to a Party, His little Flock would be a little Flock indeed, should all be excluded, that do not worship him the same Way. vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, po31 j vvb vmd vbi dt j vvb av, vmd d vbi vvn, cst vdb xx vvi pno31 dt d n1. (8) applications (DIV2) 47 Page 129
303 You choose a Pastor [ be sure it be one whom Christ owns as is under Shepherd ] you take him to be the fittest for you (though he is not so to others) do you make it your business to be the best Christians, the best Husbands, the best Wives, the best Parents, the best Children, the best Masters and Mistresses, the best Servants, the best Neighbours, the best Friends, the best Dealers, the best Companions. You choose a Pastor [ be sure it be one whom christ owns as is under Shepherd ] you take him to be the Fittest for you (though he is not so to Others) do you make it your business to be the best Christians, the best Husbands, the best Wives, the best Parents, the best Children, the best Masters and Mistress's, the best Servants, the best Neighbours, the best Friends, the best Dealers, the best Sodales. pn22 vvb dt n1 [ vbi j pn31 vbi crd r-crq np1 vvz a-acp vbz p-acp n1 ] pn22 vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi dt js p-acp pn22 (cs pns31 vbz xx av p-acp n2-jn) vdb pn22 vvi pn31 po22 n1 pc-acp vbi dt js np1, dt js n2, dt js n2, dt js n2, dt js n2, dt js n2 cc n2, dt js n2, dt js n2, dt js n2, dt js n2, dt js n2. (8) applications (DIV2) 47 Page 129
304 Dear Christians be covetous of the best Graces, be ambitious of the best Priviledges to put it beyond doubting, that you are the Son and Daughters of the most high; Dear Christians be covetous of the best Graces, be ambitious of the best Privileges to put it beyond doubting, that you Are the Son and Daughters of the most high; j-jn np1 vbb j pp-f dt js n2, vbb j pp-f dt js n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp vvg, cst pn22 vbr dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt av-ds j; (8) applications (DIV2) 47 Page 130
305 you are the Children of Adoption, and Heaven is yours by Inheritance. As you have therefore received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk ye in him. you Are the Children of Adoption, and Heaven is yours by Inheritance. As you have Therefore received christ jesus the Lord, so walk you in him. pn22 vbr dt n2 pp-f n1, cc n1 vbz png22 p-acp n1. c-acp pn22 vhb av vvn np1 np1 dt n1, av vvb pn22 p-acp pno31. (8) applications (DIV2) 47 Page 130
306 Root'd and built up in him, and stablished in the Faith, as ye have been taught, abounding therein with Thanksgiving. III. III. To Youth: Rooted and built up in him, and established in the Faith, as you have been taught, abounding therein with Thanksgiving. III. III. To Youth: vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp pno31, cc vvd p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn22 vhb vbn vvn, vvg av p-acp n1. np1. np1. p-acp n1: (8) applications (DIV2) 47 Page 130
307 'Twas to Young ones Mr. Brand delighted to speak (in some respect) above all others, to these was his Heart most enlarged, 'Twas to Young ones Mr. Brand delighted to speak (in Some respect) above all Others, to these was his Heart most enlarged, pn31|vbds p-acp j pi2 n1 n1 vvd pc-acp vvi (p-acp d n1) p-acp d n2-jn, p-acp d vbds po31 n1 av-ds vvn, (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 130
308 and his Tongue most fluent, and 'tis to these my Tongue and Pen are most streightned, my consciousness to my self of coming short of him in every thing, and his Tongue most fluent, and it's to these my Tongue and Pen Are most straighteneth, my consciousness to my self of coming short of him in every thing, cc po31 n1 av-ds j, cc pn31|vbz p-acp d po11 n1 cc n1 vbr av-ds vvn, po11 n1 p-acp po11 n1 pp-f vvg j pp-f pno31 p-acp d n1, (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 130
309 but most in this, of his holy Oratory to Youth, that Text almost frights me from saying any thing, Job 6.15. but most in this, of his holy Oratory to Youth, that Text almost frights me from saying any thing, Job 6.15. cc-acp ds p-acp d, pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp n1, cst n1 av vvz pno11 p-acp vvg d n1, n1 crd. (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 130
310 How forcible are right words? But what doth your arguing avail? Not but that I am willing to imitate him, How forcible Are right words? But what does your arguing avail? Not but that I am willing to imitate him, c-crq j vbr j-jn n2? cc-acp q-crq vdz po22 vvg n1? xx p-acp cst pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi pno31, (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 131
311 and wish that my words might be his Eccho, in more then repeating, a little of that he hath spoken, and wish that my words might be his Echo, in more then repeating, a little of that he hath spoken, cc vvb cst po11 n2 vmd vbi po31 n1, p-acp av-dc cs vvg, dt j pp-f cst pns31 vhz vvn, (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 131
312 and longer than for a short time, and with more than a vanishing faintness. I heartily wish that the Spirit of God would bring things to your remembrance; and longer than for a short time, and with more than a vanishing faintness. I heartily wish that the Spirit of God would bring things to your remembrance; cc av-jc cs p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp dc cs dt vvg n1. pns11 av-j vvb cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi n2 p-acp po22 n1; (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 131
313 that you might not only thrô strength of Memory, but through strength of Grace, remember the Counsel he gave you; that you might not only thrô strength of Memory, but through strength of Grace, Remember the Counsel he gave you; cst pn22 vmd xx j uh n1 pp-f n1, p-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vvb dt n1 pns31 vvd pn22; (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 131
314 what Questions he put to you upon the Questions of your Catechism, and what Answers he so prompted you to make, what Questions he put to you upon the Questions of your Catechism, and what Answers he so prompted you to make, q-crq n2 pns31 vvd p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po22 n1, cc r-crq n2 pns31 av vvn pn22 pc-acp vvi, (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 131
315 as to make them your own; as to make them your own; c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 po22 d; (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 131
316 what youthful Sins, and Temptations he warned you against, and how he prest you to early Piety: How he encouraged you from Christ's being the Childrens advocate against their captious Accusers, what youthful Sins, and Temptations he warned you against, and how he pressed you to early Piety: How he encouraged you from Christ's being the Children's advocate against their captious Accusers, r-crq j n2, cc n2 pns31 vvd pn22 p-acp, cc c-crq pns31 vvd pn22 p-acp j n1: c-crq pns31 vvd pn22 p-acp npg1 n1 dt ng2 n1 p-acp po32 j n2, (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 131
317 for following him with Hosannahs, Christ applying that of the Psalmist to them, that God by them did still the Enemy and the Avenger, i. e. for following him with Hosannahs, christ applying that of the Psalmist to them, that God by them did still the Enemy and the Avenger, i. e. p-acp vvg pno31 p-acp np1, np1 vvg cst pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32, cst np1 p-acp pno32 vdd av dt n1 cc dt n1, sy. sy. (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 132
318 they did more to the Detriment of the Devil's Kingdom than most others. they did more to the Detriment of the Devil's Kingdom than most Others. pns32 vdd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 cs av-ds n2-jn. (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 132
319 I hope you will never forget, with what evidence of Reason, with what warmth of Affection, with what conviction of Conscience, he bespoke you for Christ. I hope you will never forget, with what evidence of Reason, with what warmth of Affection, with what conviction of Conscience, he bespoke you for christ. pns11 vvb pn22 vmb av-x vvi, p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvd pn22 p-acp np1. (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 132
320 I hope you cannot but remember, Here was his Heart, here were his hopes, here was his sleeping, waking Thoughts, his sleeping thoughts, his last thoughts when he went to sleep; I hope you cannot but Remember, Here was his Heart, Here were his hope's, Here was his sleeping, waking Thoughts, his sleeping thoughts, his last thoughts when he went to sleep; pns11 vvb pn22 vmbx cc-acp vvi, av vbds po31 n1, av vbdr po31 n2, av vbds po31 n-vvg, vvg n2, po31 vvg n2, po31 ord n2 c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi; (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 132
321 his waking thoughts, his first thoughts when he wak'd in the Morning; here was his plodding, praying thoughts; his waking thoughts, his First thoughts when he waked in the Morning; Here was his plodding, praying thoughts; po31 vvg n2, po31 ord n2 c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1; av vbds po31 n-vvg, vvg n2; (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 132
322 his plodding thoughts, how he might do good to the next Generation; his praying thoughts, that God would direct and bless unwearied his Endeavours. his plodding thoughts, how he might do good to the next Generation; his praying thoughts, that God would Direct and bless unwearied his Endeavours. po31 vvg n2, c-crq pns31 vmd vdi j p-acp dt ord n1; po31 vvg n2, cst np1 vmd vvi cc vvb j po31 n2. (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 132
323 You know how sollicitous he was to give you suitable Instruction, and how desirous that you might drink it in, as the Earth the Rain. You know how solicitous he was to give you suitable Instruction, and how desirous that you might drink it in, as the Earth the Rain. pn22 vvb c-crq j pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi pn22 j n1, cc c-crq j cst pn22 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp, c-acp dt n1 dt n1. (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 133
324 In short, I cannot express, pray, do you endeavour, that you may practically conceive, how he did as it were travel over you, that might be the Comfort of the present, In short, I cannot express, pray, do you endeavour, that you may practically conceive, how he did as it were travel over you, that might be the Comfort of the present, p-acp j, pns11 vmbx vvi, vvb, vdb pn22 vvi, cst pn22 vmb av-j vvi, c-crq pns31 vdd c-acp pn31 vbdr n1 p-acp pn22, cst vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j, (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 133
325 and the Blessing of the next Generation. But now God hath taken away your Master from your Head this day; and the Blessing of the next Generation. But now God hath taken away your Master from your Head this day; cc dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1. p-acp av np1 vhz vvn av po22 n1 p-acp po22 n1 d n1; (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 133
326 you shall never more skip for joy at his approaching presence; you shall never more be cheared with his holy Charms; you shall never more skip for joy At his approaching presence; you shall never more be cheered with his holy Charms; pn22 vmb av-x av-dc vvb p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j-vvg n1; pn22 vmb av-x av-dc vbb vvn p-acp po31 j n2; (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 133
327 you shall never more be provoked by his irresistible Perswasion. you shall never more be provoked by his irresistible Persuasion. pn22 vmb av-x av-dc vbb vvn p-acp po31 j n1. (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 133
328 Methinks you can do no less then cry to God for (what Elisha askt of Elijah ) a double portion of his Spirit, not twice so much as he had (I know not whether that may be expected on this side Glory) but as the firstborn in dividing of Inheritances, twice so much as any of the Brethren of the Family, Methinks you can do no less then cry to God for (what Elisha asked of Elijah) a double portion of his Spirit, not twice so much as he had (I know not whither that may be expected on this side Glory) but as the firstborn in dividing of Inheritances, twice so much as any of the Brothers of the Family, vvz pn22 vmb vdi dx dc cs n1 p-acp np1 p-acp (r-crq np1 vvd pp-f np1) dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1, xx av av av-d c-acp pns31 vhd (pns11 vvb xx cs d vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1 n1) p-acp p-acp dt j p-acp vvg pp-f n2, av av av-d c-acp d pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 133
329 so, twice so much as those who have not had such helps; You will be great losers, if your gain be not proportionable to your Talents. so, twice so much as those who have not had such helps; You will be great losers, if your gain be not proportionable to your Talents. av, av av av-d c-acp d r-crq vhb xx vhn d n2; pn22 vmb vbi j n2, cs po22 n1 vbb xx j p-acp po22 n2. (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 134
330 Great are our Expectations from you; Great Are our Expectations from you; j vbr po12 n2 p-acp pn22; (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 134
331 if you do not bestir your selves to be exemplary for Piety and Ʋsefulness; good and bad will justly blame you; if you do not Bestir your selves to be exemplary for Piety and Ʋsefulness; good and bad will justly blame you; cs pn22 vdb xx vvi po22 n2 pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1 cc n1; j cc j n1 av-j vvi pn22; (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 134
332 the good will mournfully bewail their disappointment, they are big with hopes, that those who were the chief of his Care and Charge should stand up in his stead, the good will mournfully bewail their disappointment, they Are big with hope's, that those who were the chief of his Care and Charge should stand up in his stead, dt j n1 av-j vvb po32 n1, pns32 vbr j p-acp n2, cst d r-crq vbdr dt j-jn pp-f po31 vvb cc vvb vmd vvi a-acp p-acp po31 n1, (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 134
333 and make it their business to do that by many hands, which he did alone, that the Church may be no loser by his death. and make it their business to do that by many hands, which he did alone, that the Church may be no loser by his death. cc vvi pn31 po32 n1 pc-acp vdi d p-acp d n2, r-crq pns31 vdd av-j, cst dt n1 vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp po31 n1. (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 134
334 The bad will with triumph scorn you (which is a dreadful way of real blaming of you) as degenerate Plants there needed no such cost and care to make you like them; The bad will with triumph scorn you (which is a dreadful Way of real blaming of you) as degenerate Plants there needed no such cost and care to make you like them; dt j vmb p-acp vvb n1 pn22 (r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f j vvg pp-f pn22) c-acp j n2 a-acp vvd dx d n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb pno32; (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 134
335 How will you bear such dagging upbraidings? But in short, how will you answer it to my Master? You must give another kind of account to him, How will you bear such dagging upbraidings? But in short, how will you answer it to my Master? You must give Another kind of account to him, q-crq vmb pn22 vvi d j-vvg n2-vvg? cc-acp p-acp j, q-crq vmb pn22 vvb pn31 p-acp po11 n1? pn22 vmb vvi j-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 135
336 than you did to Mr. Brand; the account he called you to, was such, that what was faulty might be amended, and what was defective might be made up: than you did to Mr. Brand; the account he called you to, was such, that what was faulty might be amended, and what was defective might be made up: cs pn22 vdd p-acp n1 n1; dt n1 pns31 vvd pn22 pc-acp, vbds d, cst r-crq vbds j vmd vbi vvn, cc r-crq vbds j vmd vbi vvn a-acp: (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 135
337 But when Christ shall call you to an account (you know not how soon that will be) the State of Preparation will be over; there will be no more (no not a Minutes ) space for Repentance; But when christ shall call you to an account (you know not how soon that will be) the State of Preparation will be over; there will be no more (no not a Minutes) Molle for Repentance; cc-acp c-crq np1 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 (pn22 vvb xx c-crq av cst vmb vbi) dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi p-acp; a-acp vmb vbi dx av-dc (dx xx dt ng1) n1 p-acp n1; (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 135
338 no place of rectifying Mistakes. Now, now is your time, your only time, your fleeting, perishing, expiring time. no place of rectifying Mistakes. Now, now is your time, your only time, your fleeting, perishing, expiring time. dx n1 pp-f vvg vvz. av, av vbz po22 n1, po22 j n1, po22 vvg, vvg, j-vvg n1. (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 135
339 Therefore answer the Convictions of your own Consciences; now make Conscience of the performing the Promises you have made to God and him: Therefore answer the Convictions of your own Consciences; now make Conscience of the performing the Promises you have made to God and him: av vvb dt n2 pp-f po22 d n2; av vvb n1 pp-f dt vvg dt vvz pn22 vhb vvn p-acp np1 cc pno31: (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 135
340 Now do that in a way of Faith and Holiness, that Christ may say to you, Well done good and faithful Servants, enter you into the Joy of your Lord. FINIS. Now do that in a Way of Faith and Holiness, that christ may say to you, Well done good and faithful Servants, enter you into the Joy of your Lord. FINIS. av vdb d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cst np1 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, av vdn j cc j n2, vvb pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1. fw-la. (8) applications (DIV2) 48 Page 135

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287 0 Acts 11.14. Acts 11.14. vvz crd.
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