A sermon preach'd before the Right Honourable the Lord Mayor and aldermen of the city of London, at Guild-Hall chappel, on Sunday, Novemb. 13, 1692 by Richard Bowchier ...

Bowchier, Richard, 1660 or 61-1723
Publisher: Printed for Walter Kettilby
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1692
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A28911 ESTC ID: R19525 STC ID: B3867
Subject Headings: Bible. -- N.T. -- Galatians V, 25; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 Galatians, chap. 5. ver. 25. If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit. Galatians, chap. 5. ver. 25. If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit. np1, n1 crd fw-la. crd cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, vvb pno12 av vvi p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 THE words seem to be an earnest and passionate Exhortation to the practice of a Religious and a Christian Life, drawn from that particular and exact account of the Works of the Flesh, and the Fruit of the Spirit, which the Apostle has given us, from the 18th to the 24th verse of this Chapter; THE words seem to be an earnest and passionate Exhortation to the practice of a Religious and a Christian Life, drawn from that particular and exact account of the Works of the Flesh, and the Fruit of the Spirit, which the Apostle has given us, from the 18th to the 24th verse of this Chapter; dt n2 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j cc dt njp n1, vvn p-acp d j cc j n1 pp-f dt vvz pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn pno12, p-acp dt ord p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
2 and the occasion of them, in short, was this. and the occasion of them, in short, was this. cc dt n1 pp-f pno32, p-acp j, vbds d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
3 As the Church of God has in all Ages been troubled with Men of corrupt Morals, and pernicious Principles; As the Church of God has in all Ages been troubled with Men of corrupt Morals, and pernicious Principles; p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz p-acp d n2 vbn vvn p-acp n2 pp-f j n2, cc j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
4 so in the very first beginnings of Christianity, there rose up a sort of Men, who, so in the very First beginnings of Christianity, there rose up a sort of Men, who, av p-acp dt av ord n2 pp-f np1, a-acp vvd a-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
5 as they were the first Hereticks we ever read of, so for their damnable Opinions, and wicked Lives, have much outdone all others of succeeding Times. as they were the First Heretics we ever read of, so for their damnable Opinions, and wicked Lives, have much outdone all Others of succeeding Times. c-acp pns32 vbdr dt ord n2 pns12 av vvn pp-f, av p-acp po32 j n2, cc j n2, vhb av-d vvn d n2-jn pp-f vvg n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
6 They were Men in whom there appeared wonderful Falseness and Design; They were Men in whom there appeared wondered Falseness and Design; pns32 vbdr n2 p-acp ro-crq a-acp vvd j n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
7 and who taking always advantage of the Apostle's Absence, had by their false and pleasing Doctrines, almost every where corrupted that Faith which the other planted. and who taking always advantage of the Apostle's Absence, had by their false and pleasing Doctrines, almost every where corrupted that Faith which the other planted. cc q-crq vvg av n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, vhd p-acp po32 j cc j-vvg n2, av d c-crq j-vvn cst n1 r-crq dt n-jn vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
8 Thus we find that they immediately crept in amongst the Churches in the Ʋpper Asia, where they made such speedy work in perverting the Gospel; Thus we find that they immediately crept in among the Churches in the Ʋpper Asia, where they made such speedy work in perverting the Gospel; av pns12 vvb cst pns32 av-j vvd p-acp p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1 np1, c-crq pns32 vvd d j n1 p-acp vvg dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
9 and had by new Scruples and false Suggestions, so quickly shaken that Faith, which at first seemed so well grounded in the Galatians, as occasioned that mighty surprise in St. Paul, to find such a sudden change and alteration amongst them: and had by new Scruples and false Suggestions, so quickly shaken that Faith, which At First seemed so well grounded in the Galatians, as occasioned that mighty surprise in Saint Paul, to find such a sudden change and alteration among them: cc vhd p-acp j n2 cc j n2, av av-j vvn cst n1, r-crq p-acp ord vvd av av vvn p-acp dt np1, c-acp vvn cst j n1 p-acp n1 np1, pc-acp vvi d dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
10 I marvel (saith he, Galat. chap. 1. ver. 6.) that you are so soon removed from him, who called you into the Grace of Christ unto another Gospel. I marvel (Says he, Galatians chap. 1. ver. 6.) that you Are so soon removed from him, who called you into the Grace of christ unto Another Gospel. pns11 vvb (vvz pns31, np1 n1 crd fw-la. crd) cst pn22 vbr av av vvn p-acp pno31, r-crq vvd pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j-jn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
11 These Deceivers designing nothing but Ease and Interest, urged vehemently on the new Converted Christians Circumcision, and other Mosaical Rites; These Deceivers designing nothing but Ease and Interest, urged vehemently on the new Converted Christians Circumcision, and other Mosaical Rites; d n2 vvg pix cc-acp n1 cc n1, vvd av-j p-acp dt j vvn np1 n1, cc j-jn j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
12 not out of any Principle, or a real Perswasion there was in them of the necessity of either, not out of any Principle, or a real Persuasion there was in them of the necessity of either, xx av pp-f d n1, cc dt j n1 a-acp vbds p-acp pno32 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
13 but from a base and servile compliance to the humour of the Jews, hoping this way either to gain their Favour, or escape their Fury: but from a base and servile compliance to the humour of the jews, hoping this Way either to gain their Favour, or escape their Fury: cc-acp p-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2, vvg d n1 av-d pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc vvi po32 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
14 For they constrained others to be Circumcised, only least they themselves should suffer Persecution for the Cross of Christ; For they constrained Others to be Circumcised, only lest they themselves should suffer Persecution for the Cross of christ; c-acp pns32 vvd n2-jn pc-acp vbi j-vvn, av-j cs pns32 px32 vmd vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
15 for neither they themselves (saith the Apostle) who were Circumcised kept the Law, but desired to have others Circumcised, that they might glory in the Flesh. for neither they themselves (Says the Apostle) who were Circumcised kept the Law, but desired to have Others Circumcised, that they might glory in the Flesh. p-acp d pns32 px32 (vvz dt n1) r-crq vbdr j-vvn vvd dt n1, p-acp vvd pc-acp vhi n2-jn j-vvn, cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
16 And as it is easie and natural for Men, who can once force their Consciences, either for fear or Interest, to stick at nothing afterwards, And as it is easy and natural for Men, who can once force their Consciences, either for Fear or Interest, to stick At nothing afterwards, cc c-acp pn31 vbz j cc j p-acp n2, r-crq vmb a-acp vvi po32 n2, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pix av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
17 how black or desperate soever it may be, when they are prest to it by the like motives; how black or desperate soever it may be, when they Are pressed to it by the like motives; c-crq j-jn cc j av pn31 vmb vbi, c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
18 so these Men having once Preached up Circumcision, for fear of the Jews, made no scruple afterwards to declare it lawful to deny even Christ himself, to avoid Persecution for him: so these Men having once Preached up Circumcision, for Fear of the jews, made no scruple afterwards to declare it lawful to deny even christ himself, to avoid Persecution for him: av d n2 vhg a-acp vvn p-acp n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt np2, vvd dx n1 av pc-acp vvi pn31 j pc-acp vvi av np1 px31, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
19 Thus denying the Lord who bought them. These are the Men whom the Apostles point at in almost all their Epistles; Thus denying the Lord who bought them. These Are the Men whom the Apostles point At in almost all their Epistles; av vvg dt n1 r-crq vvd pno32. d vbr dt n2 r-crq dt n2 vvb p-acp p-acp av d po32 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
20 and on whom they bestow such black and dismal Characters, as never could have been fastned but on the worst of Men: and on whom they bestow such black and dismal Characters, as never could have been fastened but on the worst of Men: cc p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvb d j-jn cc j n2, c-acp av-x vmd vhi vbn vvn cc-acp p-acp dt js pp-f n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
21 Enemies (saith St. Paul) to the Cross of Christ, whose God was their Belly, whose Glory their shame, who minded Earthly things: Enemies (Says Saint Paul) to the Cross of christ, whose God was their Belly, whose Glory their shame, who minded Earthly things: n2 (vvz n1 np1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, rg-crq n1 vbds po32 n1, rg-crq n1 po32 n1, r-crq vvd j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
22 Without natural Affection, Truce-breakers, False Accusers, Incontinent, Fierce, Despisers of those that were Good. Without natural Affection, truce-breakers, False Accusers, Incontinent, Fierce, Despisers of those that were Good. p-acp j n1, n2, j n2, j, j, n2 pp-f d cst vbdr j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
23 Traytors, heady, high-minded, lovers of Pleasures, more than lovers of God, having a form of Godliness, but denying the Power thereof. Traitors, heady, High-minded, lovers of Pleasures, more than lovers of God, having a from of Godliness, but denying the Power thereof. ng1, j, j, n2 pp-f n2, av-dc cs n2 pp-f np1, vhg dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp vvg dt n1 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
24 St. Peter 's Character is no less severe concerning them, in his second Epistle, whom he stiles, Natural brute Beasts, spots and blemishes, beguiling, unstable Soulss, Wells without Water, Clouds (saith he) that were carried with a Tempest, to whom the Mist of Darkness was reserved for ever. Saint Peter is Character is no less severe Concerning them, in his second Epistle, whom he stile, Natural brutus Beasts, spots and blemishes, beguiling, unstable Soulss, Wells without Water, Clouds (Says he) that were carried with a Tempest, to whom the Missed of Darkness was reserved for ever. n1 np1 vbz n1 vbz av-dx av-dc j vvg pno32, p-acp po31 ord n1, ro-crq pns31 vvz, j n1 n2, n2 cc n2, vvg, j n1, n2 p-acp n1, n2 (vvz pns31) d vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn p-acp av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
25 Ʋngodly Men (saith St. Jude, speaking of the same Persons) turning the Grace of God into Lasciviousness, Ʋngodly Men (Says Saint U^de, speaking of the same Persons) turning the Grace of God into Lasciviousness, j n2 (vvz n1 np1, vvg pp-f dt d n2) vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
26 and denying the only Lord God, and our Lord Jesus Christ. and denying the only Lord God, and our Lord jesus christ. cc vvg dt j n1 np1, cc po12 n1 np1 np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
27 These are the coulours in which they are set forth to us by the Apostles of our Lord; These Are the colours in which they Are Set forth to us by the Apostles of our Lord; d vbr dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn av p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
28 and as these Characters to be sure were exactly drawn from their Carriages, so then there is nothing can be thought so wicked and abominable, and as these Characters to be sure were exactly drawn from their Carriages, so then there is nothing can be Thought so wicked and abominable, cc c-acp d n2 pc-acp vbi j vbdr av-j vvn p-acp po32 n2, av av pc-acp vbz pix vmb vbi vvn av j cc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
29 so contrary to Reason, and so destructive to Religion, as that of which these Men were guilty, so contrary to Reason, and so destructive to Religion, as that of which these Men were guilty, av j-jn p-acp n1, cc av j p-acp n1, c-acp d pp-f r-crq d n2 vbdr j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
30 and of which they stand recorded infamous to all succeeding Times. and of which they stand recorded infamous to all succeeding Times. cc pp-f r-crq pns32 vvb vvn j p-acp d j-vvg n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
31 Pleasure and Interest being that great principle that inspired all their Actions, they followed that to the uttermost. Pleasure and Interest being that great principle that inspired all their Actions, they followed that to the uttermost. n1 cc n1 vbg d j n1 cst vvd d po32 n2, pns32 vvd cst p-acp dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
32 And as Mens Inclinations and Desires commonly give a huge byass to their Understandings, so they falsly interpreted and used that liberty which the Gospel had given them, And as Men's Inclinations and Desires commonly give a huge bias to their Understandings, so they falsely interpreted and used that liberty which the Gospel had given them, cc p-acp ng2 n2 cc n2 av-j vvi dt j n1 p-acp po32 n2, av pns32 av-j vvn cc vvd cst n1 r-crq dt n1 vhd vvn pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
33 as an occasion to the Flesh; pretending that Christ, in effect, had set them free from that strict and Religious course of Vertue and Goodness which he came on purpose to establish: as an occasion to the Flesh; pretending that christ, in Effect, had Set them free from that strict and Religious course of Virtue and goodness which he Come on purpose to establish: c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1; vvg cst np1, p-acp n1, vhd vvn pno32 j p-acp cst j cc j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
34 And thus indulging themselves in the most vicious practices, and justifying what they did by high pretences of knowledge, they were too far gone in conceit to be reclaimed themselves, And thus indulging themselves in the most vicious practices, and justifying what they did by high pretences of knowledge, they were too Far gone in conceit to be reclaimed themselves, cc av vvg px32 p-acp dt av-ds j n2, cc vvg r-crq pns32 vdd p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, pns32 vbdr av av-j vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn px32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 5
35 and too busie and malicious not to corrupt others by their Examples. and too busy and malicious not to corrupt Others by their Examples. cc av j cc j xx pc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 5
36 The Infection of these Mens Principles had, like a strong Poyson, diffused it self thro' the Body of all the Churches; The Infection of these Men's Principles had, like a strong Poison, diffused it self through the Body of all the Churches; dt n1 pp-f d ng2 n2 vhd, av-j dt j n1, vvn pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 5
37 for the greatest part of Mankind being naturally unstable, and not being able so easily to penetrate into the Designs and Artifices of false Teachers; for the greatest part of Mankind being naturally unstable, and not being able so Easily to penetrate into the Designs and Artifices of false Teachers; p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1 vbg av-j j, cc xx vbg j av av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 cc fw-la pp-f j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 5
38 The greatest and most corrupt part of any Communion will commonly embrace and follow those Doctrines which suit best with their Pleasures and Interests: The greatest and most corrupt part of any Communion will commonly embrace and follow those Doctrines which suit best with their Pleasures and Interests: dt js cc av-ds j n1 pp-f d n1 vmb av-j vvi cc vvi d n2 r-crq n1 av-js p-acp po32 n2 cc n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 5
39 And thus the case was now particularly in the Churches of the Galatians, whose Character indeed is this, That they did run well, but were afterwards so foolish and bewitched as not to obey the Truth, before whose Eyes Jesus Christ had been evidently set forth Crucified amongst them: And thus the case was now particularly in the Churches of the Galatians, whose Character indeed is this, That they did run well, but were afterwards so foolish and bewitched as not to obey the Truth, before whose Eyes jesus christ had been evidently Set forth crucified among them: cc av dt n1 vbds av av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np1, rg-crq n1 av vbz d, cst pns32 vdd vvi av, a-acp vbdr av av j cc vvn c-acp xx pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp rg-crq n2 np1 np1 vhd vbn av-j vvn av vvn p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 5
40 For at the time of St. Paul 's Writing this Epistle, instead of adhering to that Gospel which he had at first so successfully Preached unto them, For At the time of Saint Paul is Writing this Epistle, instead of adhering to that Gospel which he had At First so successfully Preached unto them, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 np1 vbz vvg d n1, av pp-f vvg p-acp d n1 r-crq pns31 vhd p-acp ord av av-j vvn p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 5
41 and which he tells them in his own defence, Was that which he received not of Man, and which he tells them in his own defence, Was that which he received not of Man, cc r-crq pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp po31 d n1, vbds d r-crq pns31 vvd xx pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 5
42 neither was taught it, but by the Revelation of Jesus Christ: neither was taught it, but by the Revelation of jesus christ: dx vbds vvn pn31, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 5
43 They were drawn off, it seems, by the Insinuations of wicked and designing Men, desiring again to be under the Law, and to observe Circumcision. They were drawn off, it seems, by the Insinuations of wicked and designing Men, desiring again to be under the Law, and to observe Circumcision. pns32 vbdr vvn a-acp, pn31 vvz, p-acp dt n2 pp-f j cc vvg n2, vvg av pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 6
44 As the general drift therefore of the Apostle in this Epistle is to shew them that this new dispensation of the Gospel, had freed them from the rigour of the Law, that is, from the necessity of Mofaical Rights and Observances, As the general drift Therefore of the Apostle in this Epistle is to show them that this new Dispensation of the Gospel, had freed them from the rigour of the Law, that is, from the necessity of Mofaical Rights and Observances, p-acp dt j n1 av pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1 vbz pc-acp vvi pno32 cst d j n1 pp-f dt n1, vhd vvn pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vbz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2-jn cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 6
45 and from that exact and perfect Obedience required under the Penalty of the Curse: and from that exact and perfect obedience required under the Penalty of the Curse: cc p-acp d j cc j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 6
46 So again, least under pretence of that freedom which the Gospel had given them, they should be guilty of those vicious Practices, which their false Teachers so industriously endeavoured to infuse; So again, lest under pretence of that freedom which the Gospel had given them, they should be guilty of those vicious Practices, which their false Teachers so industriously endeavoured to infuse; av av, cs p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq dt n1 vhd vvn pno32, pns32 vmd vbi j pp-f d j n2, r-crq po32 j n2 av av-j vvn pc-acp vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 6
47 He advises them particularly in this Chapter, to order all their actions according to the Spirit of that Gospel which they had received: He advises them particularly in this Chapter, to order all their actions according to the Spirit of that Gospel which they had received: pns31 vvz pno32 av-j p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi d po32 n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq pns32 vhd vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 6
48 and if they pretended to Christianity, they should follow the Rules it prescribes. and if they pretended to Christianity, they should follow the Rules it prescribes. cc cs pns32 vvd p-acp np1, pns32 vmd vvi dt n2 pn31 vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 6
49 If we live in the Spirit (saith he) let us also walk in the Spirit. If we live in the Spirit (Says he) let us also walk in the Spirit. cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 (vvz pns31) vvb pno12 av vvi p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 6
50 Having spoken thus much concerning that which gave occasion to the Words; I shall now proceed to tell you, Having spoken thus much Concerning that which gave occasion to the Words; I shall now proceed to tell you, vhg vvn av av-d vvg d r-crq vvd n1 p-acp dt n2; pns11 vmb av vvi pc-acp vvi pn22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 6
51 First, What it is to walk in the Spirit. Secondly, How we shall know when we are in the Spirit. First, What it is to walk in the Spirit. Secondly, How we shall know when we Are in the Spirit. ord, r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. ord, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
52 Thirdly, I shall shew the Obligations which lie on us all to walk in the Spirit. Thirdly, I shall show the Obligations which lie on us all to walk in the Spirit. ord, pns11 vmb vvi dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp pno12 d pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
53 And Lastly, From what shall be thus said, I shall conclude all with some close reflections on our own Lives and Practices. And Lastly, From what shall be thus said, I shall conclude all with Some close reflections on our own Lives and Practices. cc ord, p-acp r-crq vmb vbi av vvn, pns11 vmb vvi d p-acp d j n2 p-acp po12 d n2 cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
54 1. Then, What it is to Walk in the Spirit. The word Spirit has many and very different significations in the Holy Scriptures; 1. Then, What it is to Walk in the Spirit. The word Spirit has many and very different significations in the Holy Scriptures; crd av, r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. dt n1 n1 vhz d cc av j n2 p-acp dt j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
55 and it would be no less tedious than improper to reckon them all up in this place. and it would be no less tedious than improper to reckon them all up in this place. cc pn31 vmd vbi dx av-dc j cs j pc-acp vvi pno32 d a-acp p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
56 Sometimes it is taken for that supream divine faculty that is in us, the Soul of Man, Sometime it is taken for that supreme divine faculty that is in us, the Soul of Man, av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d j j-jn n1 cst vbz p-acp pno12, dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
57 and for the various Passions of Joy or Grief, which either please or disturb us. Sometimes it is taken for a temper of Religion; and for the various Passion of Joy or Grief, which either please or disturb us. Sometime it is taken for a temper of Religion; cc p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq d vvb cc vvi pno12. av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
58 for an oeconomy or dispensation which is settled and prescribed us by God. Thus the Law is called, Rom. 8.15. The Spirit of Bondage, which indeed was a severe and an harsh dispensation, so opposite to that which in the same Verse is called, The Spirit of Adoption, which is that tender and gentle way of God's proceeding with us now under the Gospel. for an economy or Dispensation which is settled and prescribed us by God. Thus the Law is called, Rom. 8.15. The Spirit of Bondage, which indeed was a severe and an harsh Dispensation, so opposite to that which in the same Verse is called, The Spirit of Adoption, which is that tender and gentle Way of God's proceeding with us now under the Gospel. p-acp dt n1 cc n1 r-crq vbz vvn cc vvn pno12 p-acp np1. av dt n1 vbz vvn, np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq av vbds dt j cc dt j n1, av j-jn p-acp cst r-crq p-acp dt d n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz d j cc j n1 pp-f npg1 n-vvg p-acp pno12 av p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
59 And in this sence of a temper of Religion, is to be taken, our Saviour's Answer to his Disciples, in his passage thro' Samaria, when some of them were all transport and fury at the inhospitality of the Samaritans, who would not receive our Lord, And in this sense of a temper of Religion, is to be taken, our Saviour's Answer to his Disciples, in his passage through Samaria, when Some of them were all transport and fury At the inhospitality of the Samaritans, who would not receive our Lord, cc p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, po12 ng1 n1 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, c-crq d pp-f pno32 vbdr d vvb cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, r-crq vmd xx vvi po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
60 because his Face was as though he would go to Jerusalem; Because his Face was as though he would go to Jerusalem; c-acp po31 n1 vbds c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi p-acp np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
61 and therefore they being impatient to shew a Revenge proportionable to the Affront they thought our Lord had received, waited only for a Commission from him of Commanding Fire to come down from Heaven. and Therefore they being impatient to show a Revenge proportionable to the Affront they Thought our Lord had received, waited only for a Commission from him of Commanding Fire to come down from Heaven. cc av pns32 vbg j pc-acp vvi dt n1 j p-acp dt vvb pns32 vvd po12 n1 vhd vvn, vvd av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31 pp-f vvg n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
62 Lord (said they) wilt thou that we command Fire to come down from Heaven & consume them, Lord (said they) wilt thou that we command Fire to come down from Heaven & consume them, n1 (vvd pns32) vm2 pns21 cst pns12 vvb n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1 cc vvi pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
63 as Elias did. But the blessed Jesus turned and rebuked them, and said, Ye know not what manner of Spirit ye are of; as Elias did. But the blessed jesus turned and rebuked them, and said, You know not what manner of Spirit you Are of; c-acp np1 vdd. p-acp dt j-vvn np1 vvn cc vvd pno32, cc vvd, pn22 vvb xx r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pn22 vbr a-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
64 that is, ye know not that that oeconomy or dispensation, which I intend to establish by the Gospel, inspires Men with easie and with forbearing Tempers; that is, you know not that that economy or Dispensation, which I intend to establish by the Gospel, inspires Men with easy and with forbearing Tempers; cst vbz, pn22 vvb xx d cst n1 cc n1, r-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, vvz n2 p-acp j cc p-acp vvg n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
65 and with a higher degree of Charity than was ever yet required or practised by the Prophets under the Law: and with a higher degree of Charity than was ever yet required or practised by the prophets under the Law: cc p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n1 av vbds av av vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
66 For these Men were often moved and impowered with an inward Zeal to destroy, without any more ado the Enemies of God. For these Men were often moved and Empowered with an inward Zeal to destroy, without any more ado the Enemies of God. c-acp d n2 vbdr av vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, p-acp d dc n1 dt n2 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
67 But the temper of the Gospel is to be otherwise; But the temper of the Gospel is to be otherwise; p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz pc-acp vbi av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
68 for The Son of Man (saith he) came not to destroy Mens Lives but to save them. for The Son of Man (Says he) Come not to destroy Men's Lives but to save them. p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (vvz pns31) vvd xx pc-acp vvi ng2 n2 p-acp pc-acp vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
69 Sometimes the word Spirit is taken for those super-natural and extraordinary Gifts of the Holy Ghost, which were so very common in the first Ages of the Church: Sometime the word Spirit is taken for those supernatural and extraordinary Gifts of the Holy Ghost, which were so very Common in the First Ages of the Church: av dt n1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp d j cc j n2 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vbdr av av j p-acp dt ord n2 pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
70 Thus St. Paul arguing in this Epistle with the Galatians, about the wonderful Advantages they had received upon their embracing the Gospel, says, This only would I learn of you, Received you the Spirit by the Works of the Law, Thus Saint Paul arguing in this Epistle with the Galatians, about the wondered Advantages they had received upon their embracing the Gospel, Says, This only would I Learn of you, Received you the Spirit by the Works of the Law, av n1 np1 vvg p-acp d n1 p-acp dt np1, p-acp dt j n2 pns32 vhd vvn p-acp po32 vvg dt n1, vvz, d av-j vmd pns11 vvi pp-f pn22, vvd pn22 dt n1 p-acp dt vvz pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
71 or by the hearing of Faith? where by the Spirit is to be understood the several Gifts of it, or by the hearing of Faith? where by the Spirit is to be understood the several Gifts of it, cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1? c-crq p-acp dt n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn dt j n2 pp-f pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
72 and the diversities of Operations, of which we have a particular account given in the 12. Ch. of the 1st of the Corinthians, And which were given to every Man to prosit withal. and the diversities of Operations, of which we have a particular account given in the 12. Christ of the 1st of the Corinthians, And which were given to every Man to prosit withal. cc dt n2 pp-f n2, pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt crd np1 pp-f dt ord pp-f dt njp2, cc r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp j-jn av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
73 But not to run on in many and foreign significations of the Word; But not to run on in many and foreign significations of the Word; cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp d cc j n2 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
74 by the Spirit in the Text, is only and properly (as I judge) to be understood the Gospel it self; by the Spirit in the Text, is only and properly (as I judge) to be understood the Gospel it self; p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz j cc av-j (c-acp pns11 vvb) pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 pn31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
75 in which sence, both in this and in other places of St. Paul 's Epistles, it is taken as opposed to the Law set forth under the Title of the Flesh. So then by walking in the Spirit is here to be meant, the governing ones self according to the Rules and Precepts of the Gospel: in which sense, both in this and in other places of Saint Paul is Epistles, it is taken as opposed to the Law Set forth under the Title of the Flesh. So then by walking in the Spirit is Here to be meant, the governing ones self according to the Rules and Precepts of the Gospel: p-acp r-crq n1, av-d p-acp d cc p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f n1 np1 vbz n2, pn31 vbz vvn c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 vvd av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. av av p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn, dt n-vvg pig n1 vvg p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
76 The imitating that sacred Temper of which we have the Commands and Pattern in Christ: The imitating that sacred Temper of which we have the Commands and Pattern in christ: dt vvg cst j vvi pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb dt vvz cc n1 p-acp np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
77 And instead of following the Lusts and Desires of the Flesh, the secular and sensual Ends to which this World naturally carries Men; And instead of following the Lustiest and Desires of the Flesh, the secular and sensual Ends to which this World naturally carries Men; cc av pp-f vvg dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, dt j cc j n2 p-acp r-crq d n1 av-j vvz n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
78 and which are so eagerly pursued by the greatest part of Mankind; and which Are so eagerly pursued by the greatest part of Mankind; cc q-crq vbr av av-j vvn p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
79 We should strictly live up to the Religion we profess, by ordering our Conversation according to the Gospel of Christ. We should strictly live up to the Religion we profess, by ordering our Conversation according to the Gospel of christ. pns12 vmd av-j vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pns12 vvb, p-acp vvg po12 n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
80 And this will, 2dly, inform us how We shall know when we are in the Spirit. And this will, 2dly, inform us how We shall know when we Are in the Spirit. cc d n1, av, vvb pno12 c-crq pns12 vmb vvi c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
81 There have been in all Ages of the Church strange Pretenders to the Spirit, and to the immediate Inspirations of it; There have been in all Ages of the Church strange Pretenders to the Spirit, and to the immediate Inspirations of it; pc-acp vhi vbn p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1 j n2 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt j n2 pp-f pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
82 which is a thing no less vain in it self, than pernicious in its Consequences. Men of dark and melancholy Tempers are those who most commonly run this way; which is a thing no less vain in it self, than pernicious in its Consequences. Men of dark and melancholy Tempers Are those who most commonly run this Way; r-crq vbz dt n1 av-dx av-dc j p-acp pn31 n1, cs j p-acp po31 n2. n2 pp-f j cc j-jn n2 vbr d r-crq av-ds av-j vvi d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
83 for they being the Persons who generally Think most, and in whom impressions being once made, stick the longest; for they being the Persons who generally Think most, and in whom impressions being once made, stick the longest; c-acp pns32 vbg dt n2 r-crq av-j vvb av-ds, cc p-acp r-crq n2 vbg a-acp vvn, vvb dt js; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
84 when ever it happens that they entertain any false Opinions in Religion, they are always defended by them with that Obstinacy and inward Pride, when ever it happens that they entertain any false Opinions in Religion, they Are always defended by them with that Obstinacy and inward Pride, c-crq av pn31 vvz cst pns32 vvb d j n2 p-acp n1, pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1 cc j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
85 as will not admit the least contradiction. as will not admit the least contradiction. c-acp vmb xx vvi dt ds n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
86 So that the most convincing Reasons and powerful Arguments, which commonly have a happy and good effect on free and ingenuous Minds, do but make these Men the worse: So that the most convincing Reasons and powerful Arguments, which commonly have a happy and good Effect on free and ingenuous Minds, do but make these Men the Worse: av cst dt av-ds j-vvg n2 cc j n2, r-crq av-j vhb dt j cc j n1 p-acp j cc j n2, vdb p-acp vvi d n2 dt av-jc: (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
87 and the greater opposition they at any time find from Reason or publick Authority, the more they value themselves upon their opposition to both. and the greater opposition they At any time find from Reason or public authority, the more they valve themselves upon their opposition to both. cc dt jc n1 pns32 p-acp d n1 vvi p-acp n1 cc j n1, dt av-dc pns32 vvb px32 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
88 And thus the violent working of Conceit, and a spiritual Pride raises within them an odd heat and Zeal, which at last turns it self into down-right Enthusiasm; And thus the violent working of Conceit, and a spiritual Pride raises within them an odd heat and Zeal, which At last turns it self into downright Enthusiasm; cc av dt j vvg pp-f n1, cc dt j n1 vvz p-acp pno32 dt j n1 cc n1, r-crq p-acp ord vvz pn31 n1 p-acp j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
89 and thus these Men unhappily mistaking a warmth and transport within them for Divine Inspiration, and thus these Men unhappily mistaking a warmth and transport within them for Divine Inspiration, cc av d n2 av-j vvg dt n1 cc vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
90 and looking on that as a super-natural effect, which really, after all, is but the pure notions of Blood and Spirits, They are from hence often guilty of those extravagancies, in which neither Reason nor Religion can justifie them; and looking on that as a supernatural Effect, which really, After all, is but the pure notions of Blood and Spirits, They Are from hence often guilty of those extravagancies, in which neither Reason nor Religion can justify them; cc vvg p-acp d c-acp dt j n1, r-crq av-j, c-acp d, vbz p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc n2, pns32 vbr p-acp av av j pp-f d n2, p-acp r-crq dx n1 ccx n1 vmb vvi pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
91 and of which ours, as well as other Neighbouring Countries, have often felt the sad and lamentable Effects. and of which ours, as well as other Neighbouring Countries, have often felt the sad and lamentable Effects. cc pp-f r-crq png12, c-acp av c-acp j-jn j-vvg n2, vhb av vvn dt j cc j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
92 But after all, let some Mens pretences be what they please to inward Motions and immediate Inspirations of the Spirit, this is certain and infallible, That as God has only left us his Word in the Scriptures as the sole Rule and Measure of our Obedience, But After all, let Some Men's pretences be what they please to inward Motions and immediate Inspirations of the Spirit, this is certain and infallible, That as God has only left us his Word in the Scriptures as the sole Rule and Measure of our obedience, p-acp p-acp d, vvb d ng2 n2 vbi r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp j n2 cc j n2 pp-f dt n1, d vbz j cc j, cst c-acp np1 vhz av-j vvn pno12 po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
93 and according to which we are to direct and govern our Lives and Actions; and according to which we Are to Direct and govern our Lives and Actions; cc vvg p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n2 cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
94 so he that performs the things which the Revealed Will of God requires of us may rest assured, that he is in the Spirit; so he that performs the things which the Revealed Will of God requires of us may rest assured, that he is in the Spirit; av pns31 cst vvz dt n2 r-crq dt vvn n1 pp-f np1 vvz pp-f pno12 vmb vvi vvn, cst pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
95 For he (saith St. John in his first Epistle, chap. 3. ver. 24.) that keepeth God's Commandments dwelleth in him, and he in him. For he (Says Saint John in his First Epistle, chap. 3. ver. 24.) that Keepeth God's commandments dwells in him, and he in him. c-acp pns31 (vvz n1 np1 p-acp po31 ord n1, n1 crd fw-la. crd) cst vvz npg1 n2 vvz p-acp pno31, cc pns31 p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
96 The Scriptures (I say) being the only Rule now left us, by which we can judge of the goodness or pravity of our Actions, every one may hence easily know and conclude in himself, The Scriptures (I say) being the only Rule now left us, by which we can judge of the Goodness or pravity of our Actions, every one may hence Easily know and conclude in himself, dt n2 (pns11 vvb) vbg dt j n1 av vvd pno12, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2, d pi vmb av av-j vvi cc vvi p-acp px31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
97 whether he is in the Spirit, by being conscious to himself, whether he forms his Life and Actions according to the Precepts laid down in the Gospel, whither he is in the Spirit, by being conscious to himself, whither he forms his Life and Actions according to the Precepts laid down in the Gospel, cs pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1, p-acp vbg j p-acp px31, cs pns31 vvz po31 n1 cc n2 vvg p-acp dt n2 vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
98 as the only measure of his Obedience: as the only measure of his obedience: c-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
99 And this I dare say, that each particular Man, or publick Communion of Christians, of what denomination or Country soever it may be, has most of the Spirit, that comes the nearest to this Rule. And this I Dare say, that each particular Man, or public Communion of Christians, of what denomination or Country soever it may be, has most of the Spirit, that comes the nearest to this Rule. cc d pns11 vvb vvi, cst d j n1, cc j n1 pp-f np1, pp-f r-crq n1 cc n1 av pn31 vmb vbi, vhz av-ds pp-f dt n1, cst vvz dt js p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
100 Christianity requires of us all a firm Faith and a sincere Obedience to the things it enjoyns; Christianity requires of us all a firm Faith and a sincere obedience to the things it enjoins; np1 vvz pp-f pno12 d dt j n1 cc dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pn31 vvz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
101 and he that hath the first, and faithfully dischargeth the latter, that is, he who hath a Faith to believe what is required, and he that hath the First, and faithfully dischargeth the latter, that is, he who hath a Faith to believe what is required, cc pns31 cst vhz dt ord, cc av-j vvz dt d, cst vbz, pns31 r-crq vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
102 and lives exactly according to his belief, may be assured that he is in the Spirit, and lives exactly according to his belief, may be assured that he is in the Spirit, cc vvz av-j vvg p-acp po31 n1, vmb vbi vvn cst pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
103 because he does that which God requires of him; Because he does that which God requires of him; c-acp pns31 vdz d r-crq np1 vvz pp-f pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
104 and for which he shall hereafter receive that exceeding great Reward which God has promised in his Word. and for which he shall hereafter receive that exceeding great Reward which God has promised in his Word. cc p-acp r-crq pns31 vmb av vvi d j-vvg j n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
105 That the governing ones Life and Actions according to the rules and temper of the Gospel, is the being in the Spirit, is a truth besides as safe as it is certain; That the governing ones Life and Actions according to the rules and temper of the Gospel, is the being in the Spirit, is a truth beside as safe as it is certain; cst dt n-vvg pig n1 cc n2 vvg p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz dt vbg p-acp dt n1, vbz dt n1 a-acp p-acp j c-acp pn31 vbz j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
106 for he who orders himself this way, will be sure never to do amiss, because he will always modestly keep within the bounds which his duty prescribes him: for he who order himself this Way, will be sure never to do amiss, Because he will always modestly keep within the bounds which his duty prescribes him: c-acp pns31 r-crq n2 px31 d n1, vmb vbi j av-x pc-acp vdi av, c-acp pns31 vmb av av-j vvi p-acp dt n2 r-crq po31 n1 vvz pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 12
107 Whereas he who is led by other notions of being in the Spirit, and has no other rule for his Actions but that motion and warmth he feels within him, may easily, by mistaking a hot and extravagant Fancy for the sacred impulse of the Holy Spirit, be guilty of very bad things, Whereas he who is led by other notions of being in the Spirit, and has no other Rule for his Actions but that motion and warmth he feels within him, may Easily, by mistaking a hight and extravagant Fancy for the sacred impulse of the Holy Spirit, be guilty of very bad things, cs pns31 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f vbg p-acp dt n1, cc vhz dx j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp d n1 cc n1 pns31 vvz p-acp pno31, vmb av-j, p-acp vvg dt j cc j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, vbb j pp-f av j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 13
108 and thus too often be unluckily found a Fighter against God, at that very time he thinks himself immediately Inspired by Him. and thus too often be unluckily found a Fighter against God, At that very time he thinks himself immediately Inspired by Him. cc av av av vbi av-j vvn dt n1 p-acp np1, p-acp cst j n1 pns31 vvz px31 av-j j-vvn p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 13
109 From what therefore has been said, every sober and serious Man may easily know and conclude when he is in the Spirit; From what Therefore has been said, every Sobrium and serious Man may Easily know and conclude when he is in the Spirit; p-acp r-crq av vhz vbn vvn, d j cc j n1 vmb av-j vvi cc vvi c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 13
110 if he shews in every thing he does that Temper which the Gospel requires of us; if he shows in every thing he does that Temper which the Gospel requires of us; cs pns31 vvz p-acp d n1 pns31 vdz d vvi r-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 13
111 if in a steady and regular Conversation of Life, he expresseth that Love, Joy, Peace, Long-suffering, that Gentleness, Goodness, Faith, that Meekness and Temperance, Vertues against which there is no Law, if in a steady and regular Conversation of Life, he Expresses that Love, Joy, Peace, Long-suffering, that Gentleness, goodness, Faith, that Meekness and Temperance, Virtues against which there is no Law, cs p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz d vvb, n1, n1, j, cst n1, n1, n1, cst n1 cc n1, n2 p-acp r-crq a-acp vbz dx n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 13
112 and that are all of them so eminently required in Christians; and that Are all of them so eminently required in Christians; cc d vbr d pp-f pno32 av av-j vvn p-acp np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 13
113 let such a one go on as he has begun, and never doubt of his being in the Spirit, let such a one go on as he has begun, and never doubt of his being in the Spirit, vvb d dt pi vvi a-acp c-acp pns31 vhz vvn, cc av-x vvb pp-f po31 vbg p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 13
114 because he shews so much of that which St. Paul calls the Fruit of it. On the other hand, let Men fansie what they please of their being in the Spirit, Because he shows so much of that which Saint Paul calls the Fruit of it. On the other hand, let Men fancy what they please of their being in the Spirit, c-acp pns31 vvz av d pp-f d r-crq n1 np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f pn31. p-acp dt j-jn n1, vvb n2 n1 r-crq pns32 vvb pp-f po32 vbg p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 13
115 if their Lives and Actions are not conformable to the Temper of that Gospel which is to be their Rule; if their Lives and Actions Are not conformable to the Temper of that Gospel which is to be their Rule; cs po32 n2 cc n2 vbr xx j p-acp dt vvi pp-f d n1 r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi po32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 13
116 If their stiffness to their own Sentiments makes them value and consider none but themselves; If their stiffness to their own Sentiments makes them valve and Consider none but themselves; cs po32 n1 p-acp po32 d n2 vvz pno32 n1 cc vvb pix p-acp px32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 13
117 If their Zeal for their own Sect or Opinion makes them exclude all others from their Charity, who are not of their own Communion and Party: If their Zeal for their own Sect or Opinion makes them exclude all Others from their Charity, who Are not of their own Communion and Party: cs po32 n1 p-acp po32 d n1 cc n1 vvz pno32 vvi d n2-jn p-acp po32 n1, r-crq vbr xx pp-f po32 d n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 14
118 If that Love which is such a peculiar Mark and Character of a Christian, is not extended even to those who perhaps may little deserve it at their hands; If that Love which is such a peculiar Mark and Character of a Christian, is not extended even to those who perhaps may little deserve it At their hands; cs d vvb r-crq vbz d dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt njp, vbz xx vvn av p-acp d r-crq av vmb av-j vvi pn31 p-acp po32 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 14
119 If instead of that Joy, Peace, Long-suffering, Gentleness, Goodness, Faith, which are all the beauties and excellencies of a Christian Life, they are full of Hatreds, Variances, Emulations, Strifes; If instead of that Joy, Peace, Long-suffering, Gentleness, goodness, Faith, which Are all the beauty's and excellencies of a Christian Life, they Are full of Hatreds, Variances, Emulations, Strifes; cs av pp-f d vvb, n1, j, n1, n1, n1, r-crq vbr d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt njp n1, pns32 vbr j pp-f n2, n2, n2, n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 14
120 If instead of that Meekness and Temperance, which are Vertues that make us easie both to our selves and others, they are guilty of Envyings, Murthers, Drunkenness, Revellings, and such like: If instead of that Meekness and Temperance, which Are Virtues that make us easy both to our selves and Others, they Are guilty of Envyings, Murders, drunkenness, Revellings, and such like: cs av pp-f d n1 cc n1, r-crq vbr n2 cst vvb pno12 j av-d p-acp po12 n2 cc n2-jn, pns32 vbr j pp-f n2-vvg, n2, n1, n2, cc d av-j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 14
121 In a word, if Mens inward Temper or outward Deportment be such as carries them to such extreams as are inconsistent with the Duties which the revealed Will of God has enjoyned us, let such, of what Church, Sect, In a word, if Mens inward Temper or outward Deportment be such as carries them to such extremes as Are inconsistent with the Duties which the revealed Will of God has enjoined us, let such, of what Church, Sect, p-acp dt n1, cs np1 av-j vvi cc j n1 vbb d c-acp vvz pno32 p-acp d n2-jn c-acp vbr j p-acp dt n2 r-crq dt vvn n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno12, vvb d, pp-f r-crq n1, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 14
122 or Opinion soever they may be, pretend to what they please, and gild over their Actions with fine and godly Words, they are such, however, to whom we may justly apply that of St. Jude, These be they who separate themselves, being Sensual, not having the Spirit. or Opinion soever they may be, pretend to what they please, and gild over their Actions with fine and godly Words, they Are such, however, to whom we may justly apply that of Saint U^de, These be they who separate themselves, being Sensual, not having the Spirit. cc n1 av pns32 vmb vbi, vvb p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb, cc vvi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp j cc j n2, pns32 vbr d, a-acp, p-acp ro-crq pns12 vmb av-j vvi d pp-f n1 np1, d vbb pns32 r-crq vvb px32, vbg j, xx vhg dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 14
123 And now I come, 3dly, to shew the Obligations which lie on us all of walking in the Spirit: The walking in the Spirit being, And now I come, 3dly, to show the Obligations which lie on us all of walking in the Spirit: The walking in the Spirit being, cc av pns11 vvb, j, pc-acp vvi dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp pno12 d pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1: dt vvg p-acp dt n1 vbg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 15
124 as I have already shewn, the conforming our selves to the Rules and Precepts of the Gospel, Our Obligations of doing this, will appear, as I have already shown, the conforming our selves to the Rules and Precepts of the Gospel, Our Obligations of doing this, will appear, c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn, dt vvg po12 n2 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, po12 n2 pp-f vdg d, vmb vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 15
125 1st, From the reasonableness that there is of living according to what we believe. 2dly, From the easiness of the Things enjoyned us. 1st, From the reasonableness that there is of living according to what we believe. 2dly, From the easiness of the Things enjoined us. ord, p-acp dt n1 cst pc-acp vbz pp-f n1 vvg p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb. av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvd pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 15
126 And lastly, Because this wholly tends to our own Interest and Advantage. And lastly, Because this wholly tends to our own Interest and Advantage. cc ord, c-acp d av-jn vvz p-acp po12 d n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 15
127 1. Then I shall shew the Obligations of walking in the Spirit, from the reasonableness of living according to what we believe. 1. Then I shall show the Obligations of walking in the Spirit, from the reasonableness of living according to what we believe. crd cs pns11 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 15
128 The firm adhering to what a Man believes, and the ordering his Life according to his Belief, is a thing so very decent and pleasing in the Eyes of all Mankind, that it is natural for one to commend such a practice even in that very Man whose Opinion we may otherwise condemn. The firm adhering to what a Man believes, and the ordering his Life according to his Belief, is a thing so very decent and pleasing in the Eyes of all Mankind, that it is natural for one to commend such a practice even in that very Man whose Opinion we may otherwise condemn. dt j vvg p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz, cc dt vvg po31 n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1, vbz dt n1 av av j cc j-vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, cst pn31 vbz j p-acp pi pc-acp vvi d dt n1 av p-acp cst j n1 rg-crq n1 pns12 vmb av vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 15
129 On the other side, let a Man be never so Orthodox in his Faith, if he is scandalous and irregular in his Life, this raises such an inward scorn and disesteem in the Breast of all good and understanding Men, On the other side, let a Man be never so Orthodox in his Faith, if he is scandalous and irregular in his Life, this raises such an inward scorn and disesteem in the Breast of all good and understanding Men, p-acp dt j-jn n1, vvb dt n1 vbi av-x av n1 p-acp po31 n1, cs pns31 vbz j cc j p-acp po31 n1, d vvz d dt j n1 cc vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j cc j-vvg n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 15
130 as is sufficient to testisie what a low and mean Opinion the World generally has of such a Person: as is sufficient to testify what a low and mean Opinion the World generally has of such a Person: c-acp vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq dt j cc j n1 dt n1 av-j vhz pp-f d dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 15
131 For when there is not that harmony which there should be betwixt ones belief and practice; For when there is not that harmony which there should be betwixt ones belief and practice; c-acp c-crq pc-acp vbz xx d n1 r-crq a-acp vmd vbi p-acp pi2 n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
132 when the Holiness of Mens Lives does not answer the purity of that Religion they profess; when the Holiness of Men's Lives does not answer the purity of that Religion they profess; c-crq dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2 vdz xx vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1 pns32 vvb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
133 it either argues a wonderful falseness and design in desiring to appear otherwise than they really are; it either argues a wondered falseness and Design in desiring to appear otherwise than they really Are; pn31 av-d vvz dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi av cs pns32 av-j vbr; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
134 or a strange insensibility and neglect not to mind that which of all other things is their greatest concern. or a strange insensibility and neglect not to mind that which of all other things is their greatest concern. cc dt j n1 cc vvb xx pc-acp vvi d r-crq pp-f d j-jn n2 vbz po32 js vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
135 'Tis mean and pitiful to be a bare Pretender in any thing; It's mean and pitiful to be a bore Pretender in any thing; pn31|vbz j cc j pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
136 but it is really wicked and unaccountable to be so in matters of Religion, where the greatest sincerity of Mind is required; but it is really wicked and unaccountable to be so in matters of Religion, where the greatest sincerity of Mind is required; cc-acp pn31 vbz av-j j cc j pc-acp vbi av p-acp n2 pp-f n1, c-crq dt js n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
137 and believe me, all is but Hypocrisie and folly without it. All Religion naturally supposes an Obedience to the Things it enjoyns; and believe me, all is but Hypocrisy and folly without it. All Religion naturally supposes an obedience to the Things it enjoins; cc vvb pno11, d vbz p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31. av-d n1 av-j vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pn31 vvz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
138 and Christianity is so very exact in this, above all others, that whosoever shall keep the whole Law of it, and Christianity is so very exact in this, above all Others, that whosoever shall keep the Whole Law of it, cc np1 vbz av av j p-acp d, p-acp d n2-jn, cst r-crq vmb vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
139 and yet ossend in one point, he is guilty of all. and yet ossend in one point, he is guilty of all. cc av vvn p-acp crd n1, pns31 vbz j pp-f d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
140 If those therefore who call themselves Christians, are really perswaded of the truth of the Gospel, is it not most reasonable they should be of that temper it requires? If Men are convinced of the excellency of the Precepts which Christ has commanded, is it any thing less than Madness not to follow them to the uttermost? And what a strange degree of folly is it in them not to make that the constant Rule of their Lives, which they themselves confess to be the only means of their Happiness? If those Therefore who call themselves Christians, Are really persuaded of the truth of the Gospel, is it not most reasonable they should be of that temper it requires? If Men Are convinced of the excellency of the Precepts which christ has commanded, is it any thing less than Madness not to follow them to the uttermost? And what a strange degree of folly is it in them not to make that the constant Rule of their Lives, which they themselves confess to be the only means of their Happiness? cs d av r-crq vvb px32 np1, vbr av-j vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz pn31 xx av-ds j pns32 vmd vbi pp-f d n1 pn31 vvz? cs n2 vbr vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn, vbz pn31 d n1 av-dc cs n1 xx pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j? cc q-crq dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbz pn31 p-acp pno32 xx pc-acp vvi cst dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2, r-crq pns32 px32 vvi pc-acp vbi dt j n2 pp-f po32 n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 17
141 But 2dly, Our obligations of walking in the Spirit, will appear from the easiness of the things enjoyned us. But 2dly, Our obligations of walking in the Spirit, will appear from the easiness of the things enjoined us. p-acp j, po12 n2 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvd pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 17
142 Christianity is a thing so very plain and simple, that never any Religion yet proposed so great Rewards, Christianity is a thing so very plain and simple, that never any Religion yet proposed so great Rewards, np1 vbz dt n1 av av j cc j, cst av-x d n1 av vvn av j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 17
143 and yet occasions fewer difficulties to obtain what is promised. and yet occasions fewer difficulties to obtain what is promised. cc av n2 d n2 pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 17
144 Every thing it commands is easie and natural, either what directly tends to the Peace of the World, Every thing it commands is easy and natural, either what directly tends to the Peace of the World, np1 n1 pn31 vvz vbz j cc j, av-d r-crq av-j vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 17
145 or the Reformation of our selves: or the Reformation of our selves: cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 17
146 And that which seems most harsh and dissicult, is quickly overcome, when one sets heartily and sincerely about it. And that which seems most harsh and dissicult, is quickly overcome, when one sets heartily and sincerely about it. cc cst r-crq vvz av-ds j cc j, vbz av-j vvn, c-crq pi vvz av-j cc av-j p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 17
147 Of the many Religions which have appeared in the several Ages of the World, some of them have tied up their Votaries to such severe and hard performances, whereof many have been so cruel and unaccountable, that Nature seems to shrink even at the very thoughts of repeating them. Of the many Religions which have appeared in the several Ages of the World, Some of them have tied up their Votaries to such severe and hard performances, whereof many have been so cruel and unaccountable, that Nature seems to shrink even At the very thoughts of repeating them. pp-f dt d n2 r-crq vhb vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, d pp-f pno32 vhb vvn a-acp po32 n2 p-acp d j cc j n2, c-crq d vhb vbn av j cc j, cst n1 vvz pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt j n2 pp-f vvg pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 17
148 As for the Religion of the Jews, which of all others has the nearest relation to us Christians, there was even in that such a multiplicity of Legal Rights and Observances, As for the Religion of the jews, which of all Others has the nearest Relation to us Christians, there was even in that such a Multiplicity of Legal Rights and Observances, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2, r-crq pp-f d n2-jn vhz dt js n1 p-acp pno12 np1, pc-acp vbds av p-acp cst d dt n1 pp-f j n2-jn cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 17
149 so many attendances upon Feasts at Jerusalem, which was the only place of Worship, and whither Men were bound to repair so many times a Year, so many attendances upon Feasts At Jerusalem, which was the only place of Worship, and whither Men were bound to repair so many times a Year, av d n2 p-acp n2 p-acp np1, r-crq vbds dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc q-crq n2 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi av d n2 dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 17
150 as put them upon Journies no less tedious than expensive; and from which nothing but an invincible necessity could excuse them. as put them upon Journeys no less tedious than expensive; and from which nothing but an invincible necessity could excuse them. c-acp vvd pno32 p-acp n2 av-dx av-dc j cs j; cc p-acp r-crq pix p-acp dt j n1 vmd vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 17
151 But the Gospel, tho' it raises Men to a more noble and excellent way of Devotion, But the Gospel, though it raises Men to a more noble and excellent Way of Devotion, p-acp dt n1, cs pn31 vvz n2 p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 18
152 yet requires none of those servile and bodily Labours to perform it: yet requires none of those servile and bodily Labours to perform it: av vvz pix pp-f d j cc j n2 pc-acp vvi pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 18
153 for instead of the laying on us such things as the weight of Legal Rights and Observances, it only requires an inward disposition and a temper of Mind, the Worshipping God in Spirit and Truth, for instead of the laying on us such things as the weight of Legal Rights and Observances, it only requires an inward disposition and a temper of Mind, the Worshipping God in Spirit and Truth, c-acp av pp-f dt n-vvg p-acp pno12 d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2-jn cc n2, pn31 av-j vvz dt j n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1, dt vvg np1 p-acp n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 18
154 for the Father seeketh such to Worship him. for the Father seeks such to Worship him. p-acp dt n1 vvz d pc-acp vvi pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 18
155 Instead of forcing us to take long Journies thro' the whole Kingdom to a fixt place of Worship (which was exactly the case of the Jews ) we may now serve God at home here in our Chapels, and in our Churches. Instead of forcing us to take long Journeys through the Whole Kingdom to a fixed place of Worship (which was exactly the case of the jews) we may now serve God At home Here in our Chapels, and in our Churches. av pp-f vvg pno12 pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt vvn n1 pp-f n1 (r-crq vbds av-j dt n1 pp-f dt np2) pns12 vmb av vvi np1 p-acp n1-an av p-acp po12 n2, cc p-acp po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 18
156 Instead of the Blood of Bulls and Goats, as an atonement for Sin, God only requires now of us a Broken and a Contrite heart; Instead of the Blood of Bulls and Goats, as an atonement for since, God only requires now of us a Broken and a Contrite heart; av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, np1 av-j vvz av pp-f pno12 dt vvn cc dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 18
157 And the most acceptable Offerings and Oblations we can make him, are the Sacrifices of Prayers and Thanksgivings. And the most acceptable Offerings and Oblations we can make him, Are the Sacrifices of Prayers and Thanksgivings. cc dt av-ds j n2 cc n2 pns12 vmb vvi pno31, vbr dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2-vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 18
158 In a word, the things expected of us under the Gospel being purely Spiritual, the forming within us a new Creature, by Crucifying the Flesh, with the affections and Lusts; In a word, the things expected of us under the Gospel being purely Spiritual, the forming within us a new Creature, by Crucifying the Flesh, with the affections and Lustiest; p-acp dt n1, dt n2 vvn pp-f pno12 p-acp dt n1 vbg av-j j, dt n-vvg p-acp pno12 dt j n1, p-acp vvg dt n1, p-acp dt n2 cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 18
159 This is a work which may be done in all times and Places; This is a work which may be done in all times and Places; d vbz dt n1 r-crq vmb vbi vdn p-acp d n2 cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 18
160 and the difficulty of it is easily removed, when we our selves are pleased but to use the means which are prescribed. and the difficulty of it is Easily removed, when we our selves Are pleased but to use the means which Are prescribed. cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz av-j vvn, c-crq pns12 po12 n2 vbr vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2 r-crq vbr vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 18
161 But lastly, our Obligations of walking in the Spirit, will farther appear, when, beside the easiness of the things enjoyned us, it wholly tends to our own Interest and Advantage. But lastly, our Obligations of walking in the Spirit, will farther appear, when, beside the easiness of the things enjoined us, it wholly tends to our own Interest and Advantage. p-acp ord, po12 n2 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1, vmb av-jc vvi, c-crq, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvd pno12, pn31 av-jn vvz p-acp po12 d n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 19
162 As God in his Wisdom endued Man above all other Creatures with a power of knowing and performing his Will; As God in his Wisdom endued Man above all other Creatures with a power of knowing and performing his Will; p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvn n1 p-acp d j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 19
163 so again, by a Goodness as great as his Wisdom, he has made him the promise of eternal Felicity, to encourage him in the performance of his Duty: so again, by a goodness as great as his Wisdom, he has made him the promise of Eternal Felicity, to encourage him in the performance of his Duty: av av, p-acp dt n1 c-acp j c-acp po31 n1, pns31 vhz vvn pno31 dt n1 pp-f j n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 19
164 we therefore see the end of all our just and good actions seem chiefly designed by God to our own Interest and Advantage. we Therefore see the end of all our just and good actions seem chiefly designed by God to our own Interest and Advantage. pns12 av vvb dt n1 pp-f d po12 j cc j n2 vvb av-jn vvn p-acp np1 p-acp po12 d n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 19
165 For tho' God, who is the Fountain of all Goodness, has declared himself to be pleased with the justice and uprightness of our Actions; For though God, who is the Fountain of all goodness, has declared himself to be pleased with the Justice and uprightness of our Actions; p-acp cs np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, vhz vvn px31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 19
166 yet, as he is a Being infinitely happy in himself, he cannot any ways be supposed to stand in need of the Services of his Creatures: yet, as he is a Being infinitely happy in himself, he cannot any ways be supposed to stand in need of the Services of his Creatures: av, c-acp pns31 vbz dt vbg av-j j p-acp px31, pns31 vmbx d n2 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 19
167 His Glory is not augmented by our poor Prayers and Thanksgivings; nor is his Greatness diminished by any neglect of our Duties. His Glory is not augmented by our poor Prayers and Thanksgivings; nor is his Greatness diminished by any neglect of our Duties. po31 n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp po12 j n2 cc n2-vvg; ccx vbz po31 n1 vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 19
168 Can a Man (Job 22.2, 3.) be prositable to God, as he that is Wise may be prositable to himself? Is it any pleasure to the Almighty that thou art Righteous? Chap. 35.6, 7. Or is it gain to him that thou makest thy way perfect? If thou Sinnest, what dost thou against him? And if thy Transgressions be multiplied, what dost thou unto him? If thou art Righteous, what givest thou him, Can a Man (Job 22.2, 3.) be profitable to God, as he that is Wise may be profitable to himself? Is it any pleasure to the Almighty that thou art Righteous? Chap. 35.6, 7. Or is it gain to him that thou Makest thy Way perfect? If thou Sinnest, what dost thou against him? And if thy Transgressions be multiplied, what dost thou unto him? If thou art Righteous, what givest thou him, vmb dt n1 (n1 crd, crd) vbb j p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 cst vbz j vmb vbi j p-acp px31? vbz pn31 d n1 p-acp dt j-jn cst pns21 vb2r j? np1 crd, crd cc vbz pn31 n1 p-acp pno31 cst pns21 vv2 po21 n1 j? cs pns21 vv2, q-crq vd2 pns21 p-acp pno31? cc cs po21 n2 vbb vvn, q-crq vd2 pns21 p-acp pno31? cs pns21 vb2r j, r-crq vv2 pns21 pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
169 or what receiveth he at thy hands? So then we see that the performance of the things which the Gospel requires of us, tends wholly to our own advantage: or what receives he At thy hands? So then we see that the performance of the things which the Gospel requires of us, tends wholly to our own advantage: cc r-crq vvz pns31 p-acp po21 n2? av av pns12 vvb cst dt n1 pp-f dt n2 r-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f pno12, vvz av-jn p-acp po12 d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
170 Which consideration alone should be sufficient powerfully to engage us to do the things that are requisite to obtain it: Which consideration alone should be sufficient powerfully to engage us to do the things that Are requisite to obtain it: r-crq n1 av-j vmd vbi j av-j pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vdi dt n2 cst vbr j pc-acp vvi pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
171 For tho' Arguments drawn from ones Interest are not always good and proper to be urged in things relating to this World; For though Arguments drawn from ones Interest Are not always good and proper to be urged in things relating to this World; c-acp cs n2 vvn p-acp pi2 n1 vbr xx av j cc j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2 vvg p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
172 yet they are some of the best which can be used in respect of the happiness of the next. yet they Are Some of the best which can be used in respect of the happiness of the next. av pns32 vbr d pp-f dt js r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt ord. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
173 Since God therefore has created us all with the design of making us eternally happy with him on the conditions required at our hands, this should stir us up to such suitable and grateful returns of governing our Lives and Actions, according to the Rules he has prescribed us, that we may all at last be partakers of those endless Blessings and Joys he intends us. Since God Therefore has created us all with the Design of making us eternally happy with him on the conditions required At our hands, this should stir us up to such suitable and grateful returns of governing our Lives and Actions, according to the Rules he has prescribed us, that we may all At last be partakers of those endless Blessings and Joys he intends us. p-acp np1 av vhz vvn pno12 d p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg pno12 av-j j p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp po12 n2, d vmd vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp d j cc j n2 pp-f vvg po12 n2 cc n2, vvg p-acp dt n2 pns31 vhz vvn pno12, cst pns12 vmb av-d p-acp ord vbi n2 pp-f d j n2 cc n2 pns31 vvz pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
174 If the walking in the Spirit is the only way of conducting us to Glory, this should make us all become the Servants of God, that having our Fruit unto Holiness, we may have our end everlasting Life. If the walking in the Spirit is the only Way of conducting us to Glory, this should make us all become the Servants of God, that having our Fruit unto Holiness, we may have our end everlasting Life. cs dt vvg p-acp dt n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f vvg pno12 p-acp n1, d vmd vvi pno12 d vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, cst vhg po12 n1 p-acp n1, pns12 vmb vhi po12 n1 j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
175 What is said to all at large, is applied but by few to themselves; What is said to all At large, is applied but by few to themselves; q-crq vbz vvn p-acp d p-acp j, vbz vvn p-acp p-acp d pc-acp px32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 20
176 so that tho' a general Discourse, like this, may be most pleasing to Men, because it touches them least, so that though a general Discourse, like this, may be most pleasing to Men, Because it touches them least, av cst cs dt j n1, vvb d, vmb vbi av-ds j-vvg p-acp n2, c-acp pn31 vvz pno32 ds, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 20
177 yet 'tis only a particular and an affectionate application of things to our own Persons and Circumstances, which leaves the most sensible and lasting Impressions upon us: yet it's only a particular and an affectionate application of things to our own Persons and circumstances, which leaves the most sensible and lasting Impressions upon us: av pn31|vbz j dt j cc dt j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp po12 d n2 cc n2, r-crq vvz dt av-ds j cc j-vvg n2 p-acp pno12: (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 21
178 Having therefore shewn what is meant by the Spirit, and set forth the several Obligations which lie on us all to walk in the Spirit, I shall now conclude this Discourse with some close reflections on our own Lives and Practices. Having Therefore shown what is meant by the Spirit, and Set forth the several Obligations which lie on us all to walk in the Spirit, I shall now conclude this Discourse with Some close reflections on our own Lives and Practices. vhg av vvn r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvi av dt j n2 r-crq vvb p-acp pno12 d pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmb av vvi d n1 p-acp d j n2 p-acp po12 d n2 cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 21
179 'Tis the peculiar Blessing of us who are now met together in this place, that as we are all Professors of Christianity, It's the peculiar Blessing of us who Are now met together in this place, that as we Are all Professors of Christianity, pn31|vbz dt j n1 pp-f pno12 r-crq vbr av vvn av p-acp d n1, cst c-acp pns12 vbr d n2 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 21
180 so we declare our selves likewise Members of that Reformed part of it, which is established in this Nation, so we declare our selves likewise Members of that Reformed part of it, which is established in this nation, av pns12 vvb po12 n2 av n2 pp-f d vvn n1 pp-f pn31, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 21
181 and which is both the strength and glory of the Reformation: and which is both the strength and glory of the Reformation: cc r-crq vbz d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 21
182 But now let us examine our selves a little in that double relation we have both as we are Christians and Members of this particular Church. But now let us examine our selves a little in that double Relation we have both as we Are Christians and Members of this particular Church. cc-acp av vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 dt j p-acp d j-jn n1 pns12 vhb d c-acp pns12 vbr np1 cc n2 pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 21
183 The things to which the Gospel obliges us are as plain in themselves as they are easie in the performance of them: The things to which the Gospel obliges us Are as plain in themselves as they Are easy in the performance of them: dt n2 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz pno12 vbr p-acp j p-acp px32 a-acp pns32 vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 21
184 The assistances of Grace which we receive are many, and the promises of Reward are unspeakable: The assistances of Grace which we receive Are many, and the promises of Reward Are unspeakable: dt n2 pp-f n1 r-crq pns12 vvb vbr d, cc dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 21
185 We pretend all to be so far from disbelieving the Gospel, that there's not a Man amongst us, We pretend all to be so Far from disbelieving the Gospel, that there's not a Man among us, pns12 vvb d pc-acp vbi av av-j p-acp vvg dt n1, cst pc-acp|vbz xx dt n1 p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 21
186 but would think it the highest affront not to be thought a good Christian: but would think it the highest affront not to be Thought a good Christian: cc-acp vmd vvi pn31 dt js n1 xx pc-acp vbi vvn dt j np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 21
187 But now after all, If we live in the Spirit, do we also walk in the Spirit? Does the sense of our Duty stir us up to the performance of it? and does the Holiness of our Lives answer the purity of that Religion we profess? Has Christianity, I ask you, that happy and blessed effect upon us as to make us every way better than those who either never heard or believed it? and is the distinction as plain and as visible as it ought to be betwixt us and the rest of the World, But now After all, If we live in the Spirit, do we also walk in the Spirit? Does the sense of our Duty stir us up to the performance of it? and does the Holiness of our Lives answer the purity of that Religion we profess? Has Christianity, I ask you, that happy and blessed Effect upon us as to make us every Way better than those who either never herd or believed it? and is the distinction as plain and as visible as it ought to be betwixt us and the rest of the World, cc-acp av p-acp d, cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, vdb pns12 av vvb p-acp dt n1? vdz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvb pno12 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31? cc vdz dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1 pns12 vvb? vhz np1, pns11 vvb pn22, cst j cc j-vvn n1 p-acp pno12 a-acp pc-acp vvi pno12 d n1 av-jc cs d r-crq d av vvn cc vvd pn31? cc vbz dt n1 c-acp j cc p-acp j c-acp pn31 vmd pc-acp vbi p-acp pno12 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 22
188 for Piety and Vertue, as much as our advantages to Godliness are greater and more excellent than theirs? Have we that true sense of God and Religion which becomes the Greatness and Majesty of the one? and do we order our Lives with that circumspection and care, for Piety and Virtue, as much as our advantages to Godliness Are greater and more excellent than theirs? Have we that true sense of God and Religion which becomes the Greatness and Majesty of the one? and do we order our Lives with that circumspection and care, p-acp n1 cc n1, c-acp d c-acp po12 n2 p-acp n1 vbr jc cc av-dc j cs png32? vhb pns12 d j n1 pp-f np1 cc n1 r-crq vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt crd? cc vdb pns12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 22
189 as we may not bring the least reproach or dishonour on the other? Have we God always in our thoughts, as we may not bring the least reproach or dishonour on the other? Have we God always in our thoughts, c-acp pns12 vmb xx vvi dt ds n1 cc vvi p-acp dt j-jn? vhb pns12 np1 av p-acp po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 22
190 and do we daily offer up unto him our Sacrifices of Prayers and Thanksgivings? Do we in our Addresses to him heartily bewail our own Sins, and do we daily offer up unto him our Sacrifices of Prayers and Thanksgivings? Do we in our Addresses to him heartily bewail our own Sins, cc vdb pns12 av-j vvb a-acp p-acp pno31 po12 n2 pp-f n2 cc n2-vvg? vdb pns12 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp pno31 av-j vvi po12 d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 22
191 and the many occasions we may have given others of offending him? Do we intercede with God for others as well as for our selves? and does the sense of the Miseries and Wants to which Mankind is subject, kindle in us that universal and Christian Charity, and the many occasions we may have given Others of offending him? Do we intercede with God for Others as well as for our selves? and does the sense of the Misery's and Wants to which Mankind is Subject, kindle in us that universal and Christian Charity, cc dt d n2 pns12 vmb vhi vvn n2-jn pp-f vvg pno31? vdb pns12 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n2-jn c-acp av c-acp p-acp po12 n2? cc vdz dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 cc vvz p-acp r-crq n1 vbz j-jn, vvb p-acp pno12 d j cc njp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 22
192 as to beg his blessing on all Men, of what Nation, Country, Religion, Sect, Principle, as to beg his blessing on all Men, of what nation, Country, Religion, Sect, Principle, c-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n2, pp-f r-crq n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 22
193 or Opinion they may be? Are we thankful to God for the least Mercy we receive? and are we resigned and easie in the meanest condition we may be in? Do we study to glorifie God by all means? and do we employ our whole time for the Salvation of our Souls? Do we live and act as becomes those who really think there are Rewards and Punishments for Men in the next Life, or Opinion they may be? are we thankful to God for the least Mercy we receive? and Are we resigned and easy in the Meanest condition we may be in? Do we study to Glorify God by all means? and do we employ our Whole time for the Salvation of our Souls? Do we live and act as becomes those who really think there Are Rewards and Punishments for Men in the next Life, cc n1 pns32 vmb vbi? vbr pns12 j p-acp np1 p-acp dt ds n1 pns12 vvi? cc vbr pns12 vvn cc j p-acp dt js n1 pns12 vmb vbi p-acp? vdb pns12 vvi pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp d n2? cc vdb pns12 vvi po12 j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2? vdb pns12 vvi cc vvi c-acp vvz d r-crq av-j vvb pc-acp vbr n2 cc n2 p-acp n2 p-acp dt ord n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 23
194 and that we must all be for ever happy or for ever miserable in another World, and that we must all be for ever happy or for ever miserable in Another World, cc cst pns12 vmb d vbi p-acp av j cc p-acp av j p-acp j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 23
195 as we behave our selves here in this? Do the Thoughts and Consideration of this work in us that serious care and concern as to be always earnest about our own happiness, as we behave our selves Here in this? Do the Thoughts and Consideration of this work in us that serious care and concern as to be always earnest about our own happiness, c-acp pns12 vvi po12 n2 av p-acp d? vdb dt n2 cc n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp pno12 d j n1 cc vvi c-acp pc-acp vbi av j p-acp po12 d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 23
196 and not to do any thing by which we may miss that Glory which we hope to possess? Do we mind that great and excellent Rule of Christianity, of doing to others as we would they should do unto us? and do we make a Conscience of not promoting our Honour, Riches, Reputation, and not to do any thing by which we may miss that Glory which we hope to possess? Do we mind that great and excellent Rule of Christianity, of doing to Others as we would they should do unto us? and do we make a Conscience of not promoting our Honour, Riches, Reputation, cc xx pc-acp vdi d n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi d n1 r-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi? vdb pns12 vvi d j cc j n1 pp-f np1, pp-f vdg pc-acp n2-jn p-acp pns12 vmd pns32 vmd vdi p-acp pno12? cc vdb pns12 vvi dt n1 pp-f xx j-vvg po12 n1, n2, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 23
197 or Interest, by any other means than what Religion prescribes and justifies? Do we make the Commands of the Gospel the Rule of our Lives? and in all our Actions have we a respect to the Precepts and Example of Christ? Is that mind in us which was also in Christ Jesus? and do we imitate that Humility of which he made himself such a wonderful Pattern and Example to the World? Is that Love, by which all Men shall know that we are his Disciples, so firm and universal in us, that it goes much beyond that of the Publicans, by being extended to Enemies as well as Friends? Does that Joy, Peace, Long-suffering, that Gentleness, Goodness, Faith, that Meekness and Temperance, which are all the Fruits of the Spirit; or Interest, by any other means than what Religion prescribes and Justifies? Do we make the Commands of the Gospel the Rule of our Lives? and in all our Actions have we a respect to the Precepts and Exampl of christ? Is that mind in us which was also in christ jesus? and do we imitate that Humility of which he made himself such a wondered Pattern and Exampl to the World? Is that Love, by which all Men shall know that we Are his Disciples, so firm and universal in us, that it Goes much beyond that of the Publicans, by being extended to Enemies as well as Friends? Does that Joy, Peace, Long-suffering, that Gentleness, goodness, Faith, that Meekness and Temperance, which Are all the Fruits of the Spirit; cc n1, p-acp d j-jn n2 cs q-crq n1 vvz cc vvz? vdb pns12 vvi dt vvz pp-f dt n1 dt n1 pp-f po12 n2? cc p-acp d po12 n2 vhb pns12 dt n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f np1? vbz cst n1 p-acp pno12 r-crq vbds av p-acp np1 np1? cc vdb pns12 vvi d n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vvd px31 d dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1? vbz cst n1, p-acp r-crq d n2 vmb vvi cst pns12 vbr po31 n2, av j cc j p-acp pno12, cst pn31 vvz av-d p-acp d pp-f dt n2, p-acp vbg vvn p-acp n2 c-acp av c-acp n2? vdz d vvb, n1, j, cst n1, n1, n1, cst n1 cc n1, r-crq vbr d dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 24
198 do they, I say, appear as eminently in our Lives, as they are all really necessary to our happiness? Are we Merciful, do they, I say, appear as eminently in our Lives, as they Are all really necessary to our happiness? are we Merciful, vdb pns32, pns11 vvb, vvb a-acp av-j p-acp po12 n2, c-acp pns32 vbr av-d av-j j p-acp po12 n1? vbr pns12 j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 24
199 and are we Forgiving, and do we chearfully relieve the necessities of those who stand in need of our Charity, considering, That we our selves are also in the Body? Are we moderate in our Desires, Modest in our Behaviours, Peaceful in our Tempers, Just to our Promises, and Are we Forgiving, and do we cheerfully relieve the necessities of those who stand in need of our Charity, considering, That we our selves Are also in the Body? are we moderate in our Desires, Modest in our Behaviours, Peaceful in our Tempers, Just to our Promises, cc vbr po12 j-vvg, cc vdb pns12 av-j vvi dt n2 pp-f d r-crq vvb p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n1, vvg, cst pns12 po12 n2 vbr av p-acp dt n1? vbr pns12 j p-acp po12 n2, j p-acp po12 n2, j p-acp po12 n2, j p-acp po12 vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 24
200 and exemplary in our Lives? These are the general Duties of Christians, and it will be well if our Hearts condemn us not, and exemplary in our Lives? These Are the general Duties of Christians, and it will be well if our Hearts condemn us not, cc j p-acp po12 n2? d vbr dt j n2 pp-f np1, cc pn31 vmb vbi av cs po12 n2 vvb pno12 xx, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 24
201 when with a severe and searching care we examine our selves, how conformable our Lives have been to these Rules. when with a severe and searching care we examine our selves, how conformable our Lives have been to these Rules. c-crq p-acp dt j cc j-vvg n1 pns12 vvb po12 n2, c-crq j po12 n2 vhb vbn p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 24
202 Let us now pass on from that general notion of our being Christians, to see how we live and act as we are Members of this particular Church. Let us now pass on from that general notion of our being Christians, to see how we live and act as we Are Members of this particular Church. vvb pno12 av vvi a-acp p-acp d j n1 pp-f po12 vbg np1, pc-acp vvi c-crq pns12 vvb cc vvi c-acp pns12 vbr n2 pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 24
203 We all value our selves, I suppose, upon our being of the Church of England, (and it is a blessing for which next to the Redemption of the World, we stand most indebted to Heaven) but are we as Holy in our Lives as we are Orthodox in our Faith? And are we as like the Primitive Christians for Piety and Zeal, We all valve our selves, I suppose, upon our being of the Church of England, (and it is a blessing for which next to the Redemption of the World, we stand most indebted to Heaven) but Are we as Holy in our Lives as we Are Orthodox in our Faith? And Are we as like the Primitive Christians for Piety and Zeal, pns12 d vvb po12 n2, pns11 vvb, p-acp po12 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (cc pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vvi av-ds vvn p-acp n1) cc-acp vbr pns12 p-acp j p-acp po12 n2 c-acp pns12 vbr n1 p-acp po12 n1? cc vbr pns12 p-acp av-j dt j np1 p-acp n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 25
204 as much as our Religion and Worship, of any other in the World, comes the nearest to theirs? We come once a Week at least into this, as much as our Religion and Worship, of any other in the World, comes the nearest to theirs? We come once a Week At least into this, c-acp d c-acp po12 n1 cc n1, pp-f d n-jn p-acp dt n1, vvz dt js p-acp png32? pns12 vvb a-acp dt n1 p-acp ds p-acp d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 25
205 or some other House of God, and we do well in it; or Some other House of God, and we do well in it; cc d j-jn n1 pp-f np1, cc pns12 vdb av p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 25
206 but do not many of us by our heedlesness and unconcernedness too often Offer up the Sacrifices of Fools, not considering that they do Evil? Do we mind the business we are here about, but do not many of us by our heedlessness and unconcernedness too often Offer up the Sacrifices of Fools, not considering that they do Evil? Do we mind the business we Are Here about, cc-acp vdb xx d pp-f pno12 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1 av av vvb a-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, xx vvg cst pns32 vdb j-jn? vdb pns12 vvi dt n1 pns12 vbr av a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 25
207 and the greatness of that Majesty, before which we are now in a more particular manner present? Do we think that God is in this place, and the greatness of that Majesty, before which we Are now in a more particular manner present? Do we think that God is in this place, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr av p-acp dt av-dc j n1 j? vdb pns12 vvb cst np1 vbz p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 25
208 and do we bring with us such thoughts as suit with the Holiness of his House? Do we draw near to God with our Hearts, and do we bring with us such thoughts as suit with the Holiness of his House? Do we draw near to God with our Hearts, cc vdb pns12 vvb p-acp pno12 d n2 c-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? vdb pns12 vvi av-j p-acp np1 p-acp po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 25
209 as well as with our Lips? And have we upon our Minds and Consciences that true sense of his Goodness, Justice, Power, as well as with our Lips? And have we upon our Minds and Consciences that true sense of his goodness, justice, Power, c-acp av c-acp p-acp po12 n2? cc vhb pns12 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2 cst j n1 pp-f po31 n1, n1, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 25
210 and Mercy, as may at the same time raise in us both a Love and a Fear of his Name? We fall down formally here upon our Knees, and Mercy, as may At the same time raise in us both a Love and a fear of his Name? We fallen down formally Here upon our Knees, cc n1, c-acp vmb p-acp dt d n1 vvi p-acp pno12 d dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? pns12 vvb a-acp av-j av p-acp po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 25
211 and, in our Confession, we tell God roundly to his Face, That we have erred and strayed from his ways like lost Sheep; and, in our Confessi, we tell God roundly to his Face, That we have erred and strayed from his ways like lost Sheep; cc, p-acp po12 n1, pns12 vvb np1 av p-acp po31 n1, cst pns12 vhb vvn cc vvn p-acp po31 n2 av-j vvn n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 25
212 That we have left undone the things which we ought to have done; and that we have done the things which we ought not to have done; That we have left undone the things which we ought to have done; and that we have done the things which we ought not to have done; cst pns12 vhb vvn vvn dt n2 r-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vhi vdn; cc cst pns12 vhb vdn dt n2 r-crq pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vhi vdn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 25
213 and that there is no health in us; and that there is no health in us; cc cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 25
214 nay, we go higher yet, and tell him, that we earnestly repent, and are heartily sorry for our misdoings; nay, we go higher yet, and tell him, that we earnestly Repent, and Are heartily sorry for our misdoings; uh, pns12 vvb av-jc av, cc vvi pno31, cst pns12 av-j vvb, cc vbr av-j j p-acp po12 n2-vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 26
215 that the remembrance of them is grievous unto us, and that the burthen of them is intolerable: that the remembrance of them is grievous unto us, and that the burden of them is intolerable: cst dt n1 pp-f pno32 vbz j p-acp pno12, cc cst dt n1 pp-f pno32 vbz j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 26
216 But have we now all this while that hearty contrition and inward sorrow, that uneasiness and dissatisfaction in our selves which becomes those who are truly Penitent for their Offences? After these large Confessions of our Follies and Sins, do we shew a hatred of them by the Reformation of our Lives? And are we as careful to amend as we are always ready to confess our Misdoings? Do we consider that God is not to be mocked, But have we now all this while that hearty contrition and inward sorrow, that uneasiness and dissatisfaction in our selves which becomes those who Are truly Penitent for their Offences? After these large Confessions of our Follies and Sins, do we show a hatred of them by the Reformation of our Lives? And Are we as careful to amend as we Are always ready to confess our Misdoings? Do we Consider that God is not to be mocked, cc-acp vhb pns12 av d d n1 cst j n1 cc j n1, cst n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n2 r-crq vvz d r-crq vbr av-j j-jn p-acp po32 n2? p-acp d j n2 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2, vdb pns12 vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2? cc vbr pns12 p-acp j pc-acp vvi c-acp pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vvi po12 n2-vvg? vdb pns12 vvb cst np1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 26
217 and that when we come here into his presence, and pretend to confess our Sins to him, without any thoughts of amending them, that then we offer up the highest Affront to Heaven, and that when we come Here into his presence, and pretend to confess our Sins to him, without any thoughts of amending them, that then we offer up the highest Affront to Heaven, cc cst c-crq pns12 vvb av p-acp po31 n1, cc vvb pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno31, p-acp d n2 pp-f vvg pno32, cst cs pns12 vvb a-acp dt js vvi p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 26
218 and justly provoke God's Vengeance against us, for adding Hypocrisie to our other Transgressions? and justly provoke God's Vengeance against us, for adding Hypocrisy to our other Transgressions? cc av-j vvi npg1 n1 p-acp pno12, c-acp vvg n1 p-acp po12 j-jn n2? (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 26
219 As for Baptism and the Supper of the Lord, how little do we mind the Vows and Promises which we have made in the one, As for Baptism and the Supper of the Lord, how little doe we mind the Vows and Promises which we have made in the one, p-acp p-acp n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq j n1 pns12 vvi dt n2 cc vvz r-crq pns12 vhb vvn p-acp dt pi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 26
220 and with what a coldness and unconcernedness do too many of us come to the other? we promise in our Baptism to Renounce the Devil and all his Works, the vain Pomp and Glory of the World, weth all Covetous desires of the same: and with what a coldness and unconcernedness do too many of us come to the other? we promise in our Baptism to Renounce the devil and all his Works, the vain Pomp and Glory of the World, weth all Covetous Desires of the same: cc p-acp r-crq dt n1 cc n1 vdb av d pp-f pno12 vvi p-acp dt j-jn? pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n1 p-acp vvb dt n1 cc d po31 vvz, dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz d j n2 pp-f dt d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 26
221 But now where are the Men amongst us who are not lead away Captive by them all? Where is that resignation we pretended when we were admitted Members of Christs Flock? and to whom does the Humility of the Cross appear more glorious than all the Vanities of the World? Where is the dying to Sin and the living to Righteousness? And how few are there, notwithstanding all their Promises, who Manfully fight under Christ's Banner, But now where Are the Men among us who Are not led away Captive by them all? Where is that resignation we pretended when we were admitted Members of Christ Flock? and to whom does the Humility of the Cross appear more glorious than all the Vanities of the World? Where is the dying to since and the living to Righteousness? And how few Are there, notwithstanding all their Promises, who Manfully fight under Christ's Banner, cc-acp av q-crq vbr dt n2 p-acp pno12 r-crq vbr xx vvn av j-jn p-acp pno32 d? q-crq vbz d n1 pns12 vvd c-crq pns12 vbdr vvn n2 pp-f npg1 vvb? cc p-acp r-crq vdz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvi av-dc j cs d dt n2 pp-f dt n1? q-crq vbz dt j-vvg p-acp n1 cc dt n-vvg p-acp n1? cc c-crq d vbr a-acp, a-acp d po32 vvz, r-crq av-j vvi p-acp npg1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 27
222 and continue his faithful Soldiers and Servants to their lives end? and continue his faithful Soldiers and Servants to their lives end? cc vvi po31 j n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 n2 vvi? (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 27
223 As for the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper, this Church invites us to it by its Ministers in the name of God, calls us in Christ's behalf, exhorts us, as we love our own Salvation, that we will be Partakers of this Holy Communion. As for the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper, this Church invites us to it by its Ministers in the name of God, calls us in Christ's behalf, exhorts us, as we love our own Salvation, that we will be Partakers of this Holy Communion. p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1|vbz n1, d n1 vvz pno12 p-acp pn31 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz pno12 p-acp npg1 n1, vvz pno12, c-acp pns12 vvb po12 d n1, cst pns12 vmb vbi n2 pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 27
224 Now we, who pretend to be of this Church, do we mind the earnest and godly desires of it? Do we take all opportunities of coming to that Holy Table, and thus set forth the Lord's Death till he comes? Do not many of us seldom or never appear there? and instead of Doing this often in remembrance of him, by reason of an extraordinary Coldness and some idle excuses, communicate but once or twice in our Lives? As for the others again of us who are often present at those Holy Mysteries, do we with a true penitent Heart, Now we, who pretend to be of this Church, do we mind the earnest and godly Desires of it? Do we take all opportunities of coming to that Holy Table, and thus Set forth the Lord's Death till he comes? Do not many of us seldom or never appear there? and instead of Doing this often in remembrance of him, by reason of an extraordinary Coldness and Some idle excuses, communicate but once or twice in our Lives? As for the Others again of us who Are often present At those Holy Mysteres, do we with a true penitent Heart, av pns12, r-crq vvb pc-acp vbi pp-f d n1, vdb pns12 vvi dt n1 cc j n2 pp-f pn31? vdb pns12 vvi d n2 pp-f vvg p-acp d j n1, cc av vvd av dt ng1 n1 c-acp pns31 vvz? vdb xx d pp-f pno12 av cc av-x vvb a-acp? cc av pp-f vdg d av p-acp n1 pp-f pno31, p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc d j n2, vvb cc-acp a-acp cc av p-acp po12 n2? p-acp p-acp dt n2-jn av pp-f pno12 r-crq vbr av j p-acp d j n2, vdb pns12 p-acp dt j j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 27
225 and a lively Faith, receive that Holy Sacrament? Do we come with that seriousness and due preparation of Soul, which becomes the most high and solemn part of our Religion? Do we judge our selves that we be not judged of the Lord? Have we a detestation of Sin, and a lively Faith, receive that Holy Sacrament? Do we come with that seriousness and due preparation of Soul, which becomes the most high and solemn part of our Religion? Do we judge our selves that we be not judged of the Lord? Have we a detestation of since, cc dt j n1, vvb d j n1? vdb pns12 vvb p-acp d n1 cc j-jn n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz dt av-ds j cc j n1 pp-f po12 n1? vdb pns12 vvi po12 n2 cst pns12 vbb xx vvn pp-f dt n1? vhb pns12 dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 28
226 and a hearty Repentance for the Follies of our Lives? Have we a flaming desire after God and Heaven in our selves? and have we a perfect Love and Charity for others? and a hearty Repentance for the Follies of our Lives? Have we a flaming desire After God and Heaven in our selves? and have we a perfect Love and Charity for Others? cc dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2? vhb pns12 dt j-vvg n1 p-acp np1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n2? cc vhb pns12 dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp n2-jn? (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 28
227 In all the other acts and duties of our Religion, have we that tenderness and concern for it, In all the other acts and duties of our Religion, have we that tenderness and concern for it, p-acp d dt j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n1, vhb pns12 d n1 cc vvi p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 28
228 as really becomes those who pretend so much the Honour of God, and the prosperity of this Church? We say indeed (and 'tis most true) that this Church, as really becomes those who pretend so much the Honour of God, and the Prosperity of this Church? We say indeed (and it's most true) that this Church, c-acp av-j vvz d r-crq vvb av av-d dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1? pns12 vvb av (cc pn31|vbz av-ds j) cst d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 28
229 for its constitution and Doctrine, is the Joy of the whole Earth, but do we endeavour to give it a farther lustre and beauty by the excellency of our Lives, for its constitution and Doctrine, is the Joy of the Whole Earth, but do we endeavour to give it a farther lustre and beauty by the excellency of our Lives, p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, p-acp vdi pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31 dt jc n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 28
230 and to raise it from that degree of scorn and contempt, which the looseness and scandals of too many of its Members have brought on it? There is indeed every where such a wonderful coldness in Religion, and to raise it from that degree of scorn and contempt, which the looseness and scandals of too many of its Members have brought on it? There is indeed every where such a wondered coldness in Religion, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq dt n1 cc n2 pp-f av d pp-f po31 n2 vhb vvn p-acp pn31? pc-acp vbz av d c-crq d dt j n1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 28
231 and such a corruption of manners in the World; so much pretence to Honour and Conscience, and so little regard to either; and such a corruption of manners in the World; so much pretence to Honour and Conscience, and so little regard to either; cc d dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1; av d n1 pc-acp vvi cc n1, cc av j n1 p-acp d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 28
232 such a general Infection, and such a decay of Piety in all sorts of Men, that I cannot indeed say, That those of our Communion are the worst, such a general Infection, and such a decay of Piety in all sorts of Men, that I cannot indeed say, That those of our Communion Are the worst, d dt j n1, cc d dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n2, cst pns11 vmbx av vvi, cst d pp-f po12 n1 vbr dt js, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 28
233 because all Parties are so extremely bad amongst us: But however, do not we lie too much open to censure; Because all Parties Are so extremely bade among us: But however, do not we lie too much open to censure; c-acp d n2 vbr av av-jn vvd p-acp pno12: cc-acp c-acp, vdb xx pns12 vvi av d j pc-acp vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 29
234 and have not many of us given the World too great reason to think that some of us are arrived to that degree of hardness and Impiety, that we can now go on and Sin without either fear or shame. and have not many of us given the World too great reason to think that Some of us Are arrived to that degree of hardness and Impiety, that we can now go on and since without either Fear or shame. cc vhb xx d pp-f pno12 vvn dt n1 av j n1 pc-acp vvi cst d pp-f pno12 vbr vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cst pns12 vmb av vvi a-acp cc n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 29
235 Do we consider therefore what Reproaches we bring upon Religion and our selves, what dishonour to God, Do we Consider Therefore what Reproaches we bring upon Religion and our selves, what dishonour to God, vdb pns12 vvb av q-crq n2 pns12 vvb p-acp n1 cc po12 n2, r-crq n1 p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 29
236 and what particular disservice to this Church, by thus exposing it to the laughter and obloquy of its Enemies on all sides, who can never get any advantage over it, and what particular disservice to this Church, by thus exposing it to the laughter and obloquy of its Enemies on all sides, who can never get any advantage over it, cc r-crq j n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp av vvg pn31 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp d n2, r-crq vmb av-x vvi d n1 p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 29
237 but what springs from our own Indiscretion and Follies? but what springs from our own Indiscretion and Follies? cc-acp q-crq vvz p-acp po12 d n1 cc n2? (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 29
238 This is a thing, which as it is apt to beget in one very melancholy thoughts, This is a thing, which as it is apt to beget in one very melancholy thoughts, d vbz dt n1, r-crq c-acp pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp pi av j-jn n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 29
239 so it would now furnish me with vast variety of Discourse; so it would now furnish me with vast variety of Discourse; av pn31 vmd av vvi pno11 p-acp j n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 29
240 but instead of asking any more searching Questions (which may look like so many Reproaches on our Lives and Practices) I shall conclude all with my hearty Prayers to God; but instead of asking any more searching Questions (which may look like so many Reproaches on our Lives and Practices) I shall conclude all with my hearty Prayers to God; cc-acp av pp-f vvg d av-dc vvg n2 (r-crq vmb vvi av-j av d n2 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2) pns11 vmb vvi d p-acp po11 j n2 p-acp np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 29
241 That it would please him to give us his Grace for the good Conduct and Government of our selves, both as we are Christians, That it would please him to give us his Grace for the good Conduct and Government of our selves, both as we Are Christians, cst pn31 vmd vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi pno12 po31 n1 p-acp dt j vvb cc n1 pp-f po12 n2, d c-acp pns12 vbr np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 29
242 and Members of this particular Church. and Members of this particular Church. cc n2 pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 29
243 That it would please him, that as we live in the Spirit, we may also all of us walk in the Spirit; That it would please him, that as we live in the Spirit, we may also all of us walk in the Spirit; cst pn31 vmd vvi pno31, cst c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb av d pp-f pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 29
244 And that having so many helps and assistances for the performance of our Duties, we may ever make such returns of Vertue and Godliness as become us; And that having so many helps and assistances for the performance of our Duties, we may ever make such returns of Virtue and Godliness as become us; cc d vhg av d n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, pns12 vmb av vvi d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 c-acp vvn pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 30
245 so that they who are bad may grow better, and that those who are already Good, may go on to that Perfection to which they aspire. so that they who Are bad may grow better, and that those who Are already Good, may go on to that Perfection to which they aspire. av cst pns32 r-crq vbr j vmb vvi av-jc, cc cst d r-crq vbr av j, vmb vvi a-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 30
246 Lastly, that all of us being made perfect by the Spirit here, may reign with God eternally in Heaven hereafter. Jude 24, 25. Now unto him who is able to keep you from falling, and to present you faultless before the Presence of his Glory with exceeding Joy. Lastly, that all of us being made perfect by the Spirit Here, may Reign with God eternally in Heaven hereafter. U^de 24, 25. Now unto him who is able to keep you from falling, and to present you faultless before the Presence of his Glory with exceeding Joy. ord, cst d pp-f pno12 vbg vvd j p-acp dt n1 av, vmb vvi p-acp np1 av-j p-acp n1 av. np1 crd, crd av p-acp pno31 r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp vvg, cc pc-acp vvi pn22 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp j-vvg n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 30
247 To the only Wise God our Saviour, be Glory and Majesty, Dominion and Power, both now and ever. Amen. FINIS. To the only Wise God our Saviour, be Glory and Majesty, Dominion and Power, both now and ever. Amen. FINIS. p-acp dt j j np1 po12 n1, vbb n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, d av cc av. uh-n. fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 30

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