The credibility of the Christian revelation, from it's intrinsick evidence in eight sermons, preach'd in the Cathedral Church of St. Paul : being the lecture for the year 1699, founded by the Honourable Robert Boyle, Esq. : with a ninth sermon, as an appendix, in reply to an objection / by Samuel Bradford ...

Bradford, Samuel, 1652-1731
Publisher: Printed for Tho Parkhurst
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1700
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A29098 ESTC ID: R4943 STC ID: B4108
Subject Headings: Revelation; Sermons, English;
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0 JOHN vj. 45. It is written in the Prophets, And they shall be all taught of God. JOHN vj. 45. It is written in the prophets, And they shall be all taught of God. np1 crd. crd pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2, cc pns32 vmb vbi av-d vvn pp-f np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 Every man therefore that hath heardy and hath learned of the Father, cometh unto me. Every man Therefore that hath heardy and hath learned of the Father, comes unto me. np1 n1 av cst vhz n1 cc vhz vvn pp-f dt n1, vvz p-acp pno11. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
2 THE Honourable Founder of these Lectures having appointed them for proving the Christian Religion against notorious Infidels, viz. Atheists, Deists, Pagans, Jews, THE Honourable Founder of these Lectures having appointed them for proving the Christian Religion against notorious Infidels, viz. Atheists, Deists, Pagans, jews, dt j n1 pp-f d n2 vhg vvn pno32 p-acp vvg dt njp n1 p-acp j n2, n1 n2, n2, n2-jn, np2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
3 and Mahometans, my design is, by God's Assistance, to direct my following Discourses principally against the second sort of these Adversaries to our Profession, the Deists I mean, properly so call'd, those who are not sunk so much below humane Nature, and Mahometans, my Design is, by God's Assistance, to Direct my following Discourses principally against the second sort of these Adversaries to our Profession, the Deists I mean, properly so called, those who Are not sunk so much below humane Nature, cc np1, po11 n1 vbz, p-acp npg1 n1, pc-acp vvi po11 j-vvg n2 av-j p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp po12 n1, dt n2 pns11 vvb, av-j av vvn, d r-crq vbr xx vvn av av-d p-acp j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
4 as to call into question the Author of their Beings, or to deny that Providence by which the World is govern'd, as to call into question the Author of their Beings, or to deny that Providence by which the World is governed, c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
5 and themselves and all things in it preserv'd and taken care of: but yet pretend to disbelieve, or at least doubt concerning the Christian Revelation. and themselves and all things in it preserved and taken care of: but yet pretend to disbelieve, or At least doubt Concerning the Christian Revelation. cc px32 cc d n2 p-acp pn31 vvd cc vvn n1 pp-f: cc-acp av vvb pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp ds n1 vvg dt njp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
6 It must needs seem strange to those who are throughly convinc'd of the Trutho of Christianity, It must needs seem strange to those who Are thoroughly convinced of the Truth of Christianity, pn31 vmb av vvi j p-acp d r-crq vbr av-j vvd pp-f dt np1 pp-f np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 1
7 and discern very plain and strong Evidence for the confirmation of their Faith in all the parts of it, that there should be any, who being educated where this Religion is profess'd, should either remain or become Infidels; and discern very plain and strong Evidence for the confirmation of their Faith in all the parts of it, that there should be any, who being educated where this Religion is professed, should either remain or become Infidels; cc vvi av j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f pn31, cst a-acp vmd vbi d, r-crq vbg vvn c-crq d n1 vbz vvn, vmd av-d vvi cc vvi n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
8 especially if at the same time they seriously own the Principles of natural Religion, to which those of reveal'd are so very agreeable. especially if At the same time they seriously own the Principles of natural Religion, to which those of revealed Are so very agreeable. av-j cs p-acp dt d n1 pns32 av-j d dt n2 pp-f j n1, p-acp r-crq d pp-f vvn vbr av av j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
9 How far such men are in good earnest, is best known to God, and to their own Consciences: How Far such men Are in good earnest, is best known to God, and to their own Consciences: c-crq av-j d n2 vbr p-acp j n1, vbz js vvn p-acp np1, cc p-acp po32 d n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
10 but if there be any such, 'tis certainly worth the while to convince them; but if there be any such, it's Certainly worth the while to convince them; cc-acp cs pc-acp vbb d d, pn31|vbz av-j j dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
11 and I should hope it would be no great difficulty to do it, provided they may be prevail'd upon to do what is absolutely necessary, and I should hope it would be no great difficulty to do it, provided they may be prevailed upon to do what is absolutely necessary, cc pns11 vmd vvi pn31 vmd vbi dx j n1 pc-acp vdi pn31, vvd pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pc-acp vdi r-crq vbz av-j j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
12 and highly reasonable on their part, in order to their receiving and owning such conviction. and highly reasonable on their part, in order to their receiving and owning such conviction. cc av-j j p-acp po32 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n-vvg cc vvg d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
13 For which reason I have chosen to begin with these Words, wherein we are inform'd by our Lord himself, what sort of Persons those are, who are qualified for receiving him and his Doctrine, viz. such as are taught of God, such as have heard and learn'd of the Father. For which reason I have chosen to begin with these Words, wherein we Are informed by our Lord himself, what sort of Persons those Are, who Are qualified for receiving him and his Doctrine, viz. such as Are taught of God, such as have herd and learned of the Father. p-acp r-crq n1 pns11 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n1 px31, r-crq n1 pp-f n2 d vbr, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp vvg pno31 cc po31 n1, n1 d c-acp vbr vvn pp-f np1, d c-acp vhb vvn cc vvn pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
14 The occasion of the Words was this. Our blessed Saviour had been saying, that He came down from Heaven; The occasion of the Words was this. Our blessed Saviour had been saying, that He Come down from Heaven; dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vbds d. po12 j-vvn n1 vhd vbn vvg, d pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
15 at this some of the Jews murmur'd, saying, Is not this Jesus the son of Joseph, whose Father and Mother we know? How is it then that he saith, I came down from Heaven? To which our Lord reply'd, not by proposing at that time any Arguments to convince them, that he really did come down from Heaven; At this Some of the jews murmured, saying, Is not this jesus the son of Joseph, whose Father and Mother we know? How is it then that he Says, I Come down from Heaven? To which our Lord replied, not by proposing At that time any Arguments to convince them, that he really did come down from Heaven; p-acp d d pp-f dt np2 vvd, vvg, vbz xx d np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, rg-crq n1 cc n1 pns12 vvb? c-crq vbz pn31 av cst pns31 vvz, pns11 vvd a-acp p-acp n1? p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvd, xx p-acp vvg p-acp d n1 d n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, cst pns31 av-j vdd vvi a-acp p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
16 but by hinting to them the true cause of their unbelief, and letting them understand, that considering their temper, which he very well knew, he was not at all surpris'd at their rejecting him. but by hinting to them the true cause of their unbelief, and letting them understand, that considering their temper, which he very well knew, he was not At all surprised At their rejecting him. cc-acp p-acp vvg p-acp pno32 dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc vvg pno32 vvi, cst vvg po32 n1, r-crq pns31 av av vvd, pns31 vbds xx p-acp d vvn p-acp po32 vvg pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
17 Murmur not, saith he, among your selves. No man can come to me, except the Father, which hath sent me, draw him. Murmur not, Says he, among your selves. No man can come to me, except the Father, which hath sent me, draw him. vvb xx, vvz pns31, p-acp po22 n2. dx n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno11, c-acp dt n1, r-crq vhz vvn pno11, vvb pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
18 But may not the Father draw men, and they not follow him? Yes certainly, as well as he might be said to have purged Israel, and yet that Israel was not purged; and therefore it follows in the next Words, It is written in the Prophets, But may not the Father draw men, and they not follow him? Yes Certainly, as well as he might be said to have purged Israel, and yet that Israel was not purged; and Therefore it follows in the next Words, It is written in the prophets, cc-acp vmb xx dt n1 vvb n2, cc pns32 xx vvi pno31? uh av-j, c-acp av c-acp pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp vhb vvn np1, cc av d np1 vbds xx vvn; cc av pn31 vvz p-acp dt ord n2, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
19 And they shall be all taught of God. Every man therefore that hath heard, and hath learned of the Father, cometh unto me. And they shall be all taught of God. Every man Therefore that hath herd, and hath learned of the Father, comes unto me. cc pns32 vmb vbi av-d vvn pp-f np1. np1 n1 av cst vhz vvn, cc vhz vvn pp-f dt n1, vvz p-acp pno11. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
20 It is written in the Prophets, that is, this is a Prediction you may find in divers places in the Books of the Prophets, in the Old Testament; It is written in the prophets, that is, this is a Prediction you may find in diverse places in the Books of the prophets, in the Old Testament; pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2, cst vbz, d vbz dt n1 pn22 vmb vvi p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, p-acp dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
21 They shall be all taught of God, that is, in the days of the Messiah, the World shall be blest with more plentiful Instruction from Heaven, there shall be a greater measure of Divine Knowledge imparted by God to Mankind, together with a larger Effusion of the Divine Spirit upon the Members of God's Church, whereby they shall be taught the Will of God more plainly and fully, than in times past. They shall be all taught of God, that is, in the days of the Messiah, the World shall be blessed with more plentiful Instruction from Heaven, there shall be a greater measure of Divine Knowledge imparted by God to Mankind, together with a larger Effusion of the Divine Spirit upon the Members of God's Church, whereby they shall be taught the Will of God more plainly and Fully, than in times past. pns32 vmb vbi av-d vvn pp-f np1, cst vbz, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np1, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp av-dc j n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vmb vbi dt jc n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1, av p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, c-crq pns32 vmb vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 av-dc av-j cc av-j, cs p-acp n2 j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
22 Particularly the Prophet Isaiah, foretelling the state of the Church in the days of the Messiah, hath these very words which our Lord citeth, All thy children shall be taught of the Lord. Particularly the Prophet Isaiah, foretelling the state of the Church in the days of the Messiah, hath these very words which our Lord citeth, All thy children shall be taught of the Lord. av-jn dt n1 np1, vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np1, vhz d j n2 r-crq po12 n1 vvz, d po21 n2 vmb vbi vvn pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
23 Every man therefore that hath heard, and hath learn'd of the Father, cometh unto me; Every man Therefore that hath herd, and hath learned of the Father, comes unto me; d n1 av cst vhz vvn, cc vhz vvn pp-f dt n1, vvz p-acp pno11; (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
24 as if he had said, Whosoever therefore will come unto me, that is, receive me for the Messiah, as if he had said, Whosoever Therefore will come unto me, that is, receive me for the Messiah, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, r-crq av vmb vvi p-acp pno11, cst vbz, vvb pno11 p-acp dt np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 4
25 and acknowledge my Doctrine to be of God, must be taught of God, according to the prediction of the Prophets; and acknowledge my Doctrine to be of God, must be taught of God, according to the prediction of the prophets; cc vvb po11 n1 pc-acp vbi pp-f np1, vmb vbi vvn pp-f np1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 4
26 and on his part he must both hear and learn of the Father, he must attend, that is, to his Instructions, and comply with them. and on his part he must both hear and Learn of the Father, he must attend, that is, to his Instructions, and comply with them. cc p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vmb d vvi cc vvi pp-f dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi, cst vbz, p-acp po31 n2, cc vvi p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 4
27 For if he shall refuse to hear the Father, he can never acknowledge me, who came from him: For if he shall refuse to hear the Father, he can never acknowledge me, who Come from him: p-acp cs pns31 vmb vvi p-acp vvb dt n1, pns31 vmb av-x vvi pno11, r-crq vvd p-acp pno31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 4
28 but if he will hear and learn of him, and consequently be taught by him, he will readily come to me also. but if he will hear and Learn of him, and consequently be taught by him, he will readily come to me also. cc-acp cs pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi pp-f pno31, cc av-j vbi vvn p-acp pno31, pns31 vmb av-j vvn p-acp pno11 av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 4
29 So that the Words contain, as I have already observ'd, the Character of those Persons, who are qualified and dispos'd to receive the Christian Doctrine, So that the Words contain, as I have already observed, the Character of those Persons, who Are qualified and disposed to receive the Christian Doctrine, av cst dt n2 vvb, c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn, dt n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq vbr vvn cc vvn pc-acp vvi dt njp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
30 when it is publish'd to them. And this I judge a proper Argument to begin with. when it is published to them. And this I judge a proper Argument to begin with. c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno32. cc d pns11 vvb dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
31 For should I be able to produce never so convincing proofs of the Truth of Christianity; For should I be able to produce never so convincing proofs of the Truth of Christianity; p-acp vmd pns11 vbi j pc-acp vvi av-x av j-vvg n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
32 yet if those who hear me should be utterly indispos'd to consider and receive them, all my discourse must be necessarily lost upon such men. yet if those who hear me should be utterly indisposed to Consider and receive them, all my discourse must be necessarily lost upon such men. av cs d r-crq vvb pno11 vmd vbi av-j vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32, d po11 n1 vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp d n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
33 And therefore 'tis remarkable, that our Saviour, in divers other places as well as this, doth ascribe the Infidelity of his Hearers to the Indisposition of their Minds, And Therefore it's remarkable, that our Saviour, in diverse other places as well as this, does ascribe the Infidelity of his Hearers to the Indisposition of their Minds, cc av pn31|vbz j, cst po12 n1, p-acp j j-jn n2 c-acp av c-acp d, vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
34 as the true cause of it; and that too an Indisposition proceeding from some fault either in their Tempers or Practices: as the true cause of it; and that too an Indisposition proceeding from Some fault either in their Tempers or Practices: c-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31; cc cst av dt n1 vvg p-acp d n1 av-d p-acp po32 n2 cc n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
35 as on the contrary he declareth who were in a fair way to become his Disciples, as on the contrary he Declareth who were in a fair Way to become his Disciples, c-acp p-acp dt n-jn pns31 vvz r-crq vbdr p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
36 namely, such as were of a Temper capable of considering and receiving Truth, when it should be propos'd to them. namely, such as were of a Temper capable of considering and receiving Truth, when it should be proposed to them. av, d c-acp vbdr pp-f dt vvi j pp-f vvg cc vvg n1, c-crq pn31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
37 Thus, He that is of God, heareth God's words: ye therefore hear them not, because ye are not of God. Thus, He that is of God, hears God's words: you Therefore hear them not, Because you Are not of God. av, pns31 cst vbz pp-f np1, vvz npg1 n2: pn22 av vvi pno32 xx, c-acp pn22 vbr xx pp-f np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
38 And again, To this end was I born, and for this cause came I into world, that I might bear witness to the Truth. And again, To this end was I born, and for this cause Come I into world, that I might bear witness to the Truth. cc av, p-acp d n1 vbds pns11 vvn, cc p-acp d n1 vvd pns11 p-acp n1, cst pns11 vmd vvi n1 p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
39 Every one that is of the Truth heareth my Voice. Every one that is of the Truth hears my Voice. d crd cst vbz pp-f dt n1 vvz po11 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
40 Neither is this asserted by our Lord, without evident Reason, as will appear to any one, who considers this matter fairly. Neither is this asserted by our Lord, without evident Reason, as will appear to any one, who considers this matter fairly. d vbz d vvn p-acp po12 n1, p-acp j n1, c-acp vmb vvi p-acp d crd, r-crq vvz d n1 av-j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 5
41 Christianity lays it's claim to a Divine Original. Christianity lays it's claim to a Divine Original. np1 vvz pn31|vbz n1 p-acp dt j-jn j-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
42 Both our Lord himself, and all who call themselves his Disciples, affirm that it is a Revelation from God. Both our Lord himself, and all who call themselves his Disciples, affirm that it is a Revelation from God. av-d po12 n1 px31, cc d r-crq vvb px32 po31 n2, vvb cst pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
43 The Adversaries of this Reliligion say on the contrary, that it is the Product of Superstition or Design, The Adversaries of this Religion say on the contrary, that it is the Product of Superstition or Design, dt n2 pp-f d n1 vvb p-acp dt n-jn, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
44 and consequently that both its Original and Progress are wholy owing to humane Weakness, or Policy, that is, Wickedness; (for such would a Policy to invent and propagate a false Religion, and consequently that both its Original and Progress Are wholly owing to humane Weakness, or Policy, that is, Wickedness; (for such would a Policy to invent and propagate a false Religion, cc av-j cst d po31 j-jn cc n1 vbr av-jn j p-acp j n1, cc n1, cst vbz, n1; (c-acp d vmd dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
45 and thereby to impose upon the Understandings and Consciences of men, be justly reputed.) How then must this Controversie be decided? Why by such Evidence as a matter of this nature is capable of; and thereby to impose upon the Understandings and Consciences of men, be justly reputed.) How then must this Controversy be decided? Why by such Evidence as a matter of this nature is capable of; cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, vbb av-j vvn.) uh-crq av vmb d n1 vbi vvn? uh-crq p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz j pp-f; (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
46 by such Proofs as are fit to be alleged for the truth of a Divine Revelation, by such Proofs as Are fit to be alleged for the truth of a Divine Revelation, p-acp d n2 c-acp vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
47 and proper to convince the judgment of a reasonable Creature. and proper to convince the judgement of a reasonable Creature. cc j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
48 But who shall Judge of this Evidence? Why every man must be allow'd to judge for himself, But who shall Judge of this Evidence? Why every man must be allowed to judge for himself, p-acp q-crq vmb vvi pp-f d n1? q-crq d n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp px31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
49 and every man to whom such Evidence is propos'd, is without question oblig'd, at his utmost peril, to judge impartially. and every man to whom such Evidence is proposed, is without question obliged, At his utmost peril, to judge impartially. cc d n1 p-acp ro-crq d n1 vbz vvn, vbz p-acp n1 vvn, p-acp po31 j n1, pc-acp vvi av-j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
50 But the Man that is ignorant of Almighty God, or estranged from him, especially whosoever is an Enemy to God, But the Man that is ignorant of Almighty God, or estranged from him, especially whosoever is an Enemy to God, p-acp dt n1 cst vbz j pp-f j-jn np1, cc vvn p-acp pno31, av-j r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
51 as being of a disposition and temper opposite to that of the Divine Nature, must necessarily be unfit to judge of this kind of Evidence. as being of a disposition and temper opposite to that of the Divine Nature, must necessarily be unfit to judge of this kind of Evidence. c-acp vbg pp-f dt n1 cc n1 j-jn p-acp d pp-f dt j-jn n1, vmb av-j vbi j pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
52 If this Religion should prove to be divinely reveal'd, as it pretends, such a man would probably think it his Interest, to be sure it would be his Inclination, to make all the Objections, If this Religion should prove to be divinely revealed, as it pretends, such a man would probably think it his Interest, to be sure it would be his Inclination, to make all the Objections, cs d n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi av-jn vvn, c-acp pn31 vvz, d dt n1 vmd av-j vvi pn31 po31 n1, pc-acp vbi j pn31 vmd vbi po31 n1, pc-acp vvi d dt n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
53 and to raise all the Cavils, that he could possibly invent, to invalidate the Proofs of it. and to raise all the Cavils, that he could possibly invent, to invalidate the Proofs of it. cc pc-acp vvi d dt n2, cst pns31 vmd av-j vvi, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
54 At least he would not easily, nor clearly discern the force of the Arguments alleged for it. At lest he would not Easily, nor clearly discern the force of the Arguments alleged for it. p-acp cs pns31 vmd xx av-j, ccx av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvn p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
55 Whereas on the other hand, Whosoever hath been taught of God, whosoever hath heard, and learn'd of the Father, whosoever hath attain'd to right conceptions of him, Whereas on the other hand, Whosoever hath been taught of God, whosoever hath herd, and learned of the Father, whosoever hath attained to right conceptions of him, cs p-acp dt j-jn n1, r-crq vhz vbn vvn pp-f np1, r-crq vhz vvn, cc vvn pp-f dt n1, r-crq vhz vvd p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f pno31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 6
56 and is reconcil'd in his Mind to him, such a Man is well prepar'd to attend to whatsoever it shall please God farther to make known to him, he will easily and clearly discern the force of any good Evidence which shall be produc'd for a Revelation which is truly Divine, and is reconciled in his Mind to him, such a Man is well prepared to attend to whatsoever it shall please God farther to make known to him, he will Easily and clearly discern the force of any good Evidence which shall be produced for a Revelation which is truly Divine, cc vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno31, d dt n1 vbz av vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp r-crq pn31 vmb vvi np1 av-jc pc-acp vvi vvn p-acp pno31, pns31 vmb av-j cc av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f d j n1 r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz av-j j-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 6
57 and will be naturally ready and forward to embrace it. and will be naturally ready and forward to embrace it. cc vmb vbi av-j j cc av-j pc-acp vvi pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 6
58 But to come to the Words themselves, in treating of which, it will be proper to consider these three particulars. But to come to the Words themselves, in treating of which, it will be proper to Consider these three particulars. p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 px32, p-acp vvg pp-f r-crq, pn31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi d crd n2-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 6
59 In what way and manner God may be said to teach Men, in order to their receiving any new Revelation from him. In what Way and manner God may be said to teach Men, in order to their receiving any new Revelation from him. p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 np1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi n2, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 vvg d j n1 p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
60 Who they are, that may be said to have heard, and learn'd of the Father, in order to the same end. Who they Are, that may be said to have herd, and learned of the Father, in order to the same end. r-crq pns32 vbr, cst vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vhi vvn, cc vvn pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 6
61 What Qualifications are requisite both to the hearing and learning of the Father, and coming to the Son. What Qualifications Are requisite both to the hearing and learning of the Father, and coming to the Son. q-crq n2 vbr j av-d p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 7
62 Let us consider in what way and manner God may be said to teach Men, in order to their receiving any new Revelation from him. Let us Consider in what Way and manner God may be said to teach Men, in order to their receiving any new Revelation from him. vvb pno12 vvi p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 np1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi n2, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 vvg d j n1 p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 7
63 It is written in the Prophets, They shall be all taught of God. It is written in the prophets, They shall be all taught of God. pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2, pns32 vmb vbi av-d vvn pp-f np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 7
64 The teaching of God which the Prophets, and particularly Isaiah, in the place before-cited, refers to, seems, The teaching of God which the prophets, and particularly Isaiah, in the place before-cited, refers to, seems, dt vvg pp-f np1 r-crq dt n2, cc av-j np1, p-acp dt n1 j, vvz p-acp, vvz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 7
65 as I have already hinted, to be that more plain and plentiful Instruction, which was to be communicated to Men, in the days of the Messiah. as I have already hinted, to be that more plain and plentiful Instruction, which was to be communicated to Men, in the days of the Messiah. c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn, pc-acp vbi d dc j cc j n1, r-crq vbds pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 7
66 But our Saviour, in applying this Prophecy, seems also to take in all that previous Teaching of God, whereby he had prepar'd Men for the receiving him, when he should come. But our Saviour, in applying this Prophecy, seems also to take in all that previous Teaching of God, whereby he had prepared Men for the receiving him, when he should come. p-acp po12 n1, p-acp vvg d n1, vvz av pc-acp vvi p-acp d cst j vvg pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vhd vvd n2 p-acp dt vvg pno31, c-crq pns31 vmd vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 7
67 For the same God, who by his Providence had reserv'd so large a communication of Divine Knowledge, For the same God, who by his Providence had reserved so large a communication of Divine Knowledge, p-acp dt d np1, r-crq p-acp po31 n1 vhd vvn av j dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 7
68 for the times of the Messiah, had from one Generation to another, been disposing the World for such farther communications as he should think proper for it; for the times of the Messiah, had from one Generation to Another, been disposing the World for such farther communications as he should think proper for it; p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np1, vhd p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn, vbi vvg dt n1 p-acp d jc n2 p-acp pns31 vmd vvi j p-acp pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 7
69 not having in any age or place, left men without witness of himself. not having in any age or place, left men without witness of himself. xx vhg p-acp d n1 cc n1, vvn n2 p-acp n1 pp-f px31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 7
70 It may be reasonable therefore upon this occasion, to consider the several ways, in which men might be said to be taught of God, in order to their receiving any farther Revelation from him. It may be reasonable Therefore upon this occasion, to Consider the several ways, in which men might be said to be taught of God, in order to their receiving any farther Revelation from him. pn31 vmb vbi j av p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n2, p-acp r-crq n2 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 vvg d av-jc n1 p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 7
71 And I shall name these four. And I shall name these four. cc pns11 vmb vvi d crd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 7
72 Men were taught of God, in order to this end, by the Works of Creation and Providence. Men were taught of God, in order to this end, by the Works of Creation and Providence. n2 vbdr vvn pp-f np1, p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp dt vvz pp-f n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 7
73 By the Suggestions and Dictates of their own Consciences. By some extraordinary, Persons raised up by Providence, and qualified to teach others. By the Suggestions and Dictates of their own Consciences. By Some extraordinary, Persons raised up by Providence, and qualified to teach Others. p-acp dt n2 cc vvz pp-f po32 d n2. p-acp d j, n2 vvn a-acp p-acp n1, cc vvd pc-acp vvi n2-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 7
74 By the secret Motions and Influences of the Divine Spirit upon the Minds of Men. I shall only take a short view of each of these. By the secret Motions and Influences of the Divine Spirit upon the Minds of Men. I shall only take a short view of each of these. p-acp dt j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. pns11 vmb av-j vvi dt j n1 pp-f d pp-f d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 8
75 Men may be said to have been taught of God, by the Works of Creation and Providence. Men may be said to have been taught of God, by the Works of Creation and Providence. n2 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vhi vbn vvn pp-f np1, p-acp dt vvz pp-f n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 8
76 From that vast number of Beings, which have been form'd by God, their Variety, Excellency, Beauty, From that vast number of Beings, which have been formed by God, their Variety, Excellency, Beauty, p-acp d j n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vhb vbn vvn p-acp np1, po32 n1, n1, n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 8
77 and Order, together with the constant care he taketh of all that he hath form'd, and Order, together with the constant care he Takes of all that he hath formed, cc n1, av p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vvz pp-f d cst pns31 vhz vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 8
78 and the abundant Provision he hath made for every Being, suitable to it's Nature there are plain Intimations and Instructions given by the Deity, to those Creatures whom he hath made capable of observing and contemplating his Works. and the abundant Provision he hath made for every Being, suitable to it's Nature there Are plain Intimations and Instructions given by the Deity, to those Creatures whom he hath made capable of observing and contemplating his Works. cc dt j n1 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp d vbg, j pc-acp pn31|vbz n1 pc-acp vbr j n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp d n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn j pp-f vvg cc vvg po31 vvz. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 8
79 And this I may take for granted, without any farther proof, will be allow'd by those, And this I may take for granted, without any farther proof, will be allowed by those, cc d pns11 vmb vvi c-acp vvn, p-acp d jc n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp d, (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 8
80 for whose use I principally design my following Discourses, such I mean as seriously own the Being and the Providence of the Almighty. for whose use I principally Design my following Discourses, such I mean as seriously own the Being and the Providence of the Almighty. p-acp rg-crq n1 pns11 av-j vvb po11 j-vvg n2, d pns11 vvb c-acp av-j d dt vbg cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 8
81 And I need not labor to express my self farther upon this head, than in the Words of the Psalmist, which a Deist will subscribe to as true, And I need not labour to express my self farther upon this head, than in the Words of the Psalmist, which a Deist will subscribe to as true, cc pns11 vvb xx n1 pc-acp vvi po11 n1 av-jc p-acp d n1, cs p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq dt np1 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 8
82 though not as spoken by an inspired Author. The Heavens declare the Glory of God: and the Firmament sheweth his handy work. 2. Day unto day uttereth speech; though not as spoken by an inspired Author. The Heavens declare the Glory of God: and the Firmament shows his handy work. 2. Day unto day utters speech; cs xx c-acp vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n1. dt n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1: cc dt n1 vvz po31 j n1. crd n1 p-acp n1 vvz n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 8
83 and night unto night sheweth knowledge. And this is a way in which God hath taught all Mankind at once; and night unto night shows knowledge. And this is a Way in which God hath taught all Mankind At once; cc n1 p-acp n1 vvz n1. cc d vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vhz vvn d n1 p-acp a-acp; (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 8
84 for as it there follows, There is no speech nor language, where their voice is not heard. for as it there follows, There is no speech nor language, where their voice is not herd. p-acp c-acp pn31 a-acp vvz, pc-acp vbz dx n1 ccx n1, c-crq po32 n1 vbz xx vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 8
85 Their line is gone out through all the earth, and their words to the end of the World. Their line is gone out through all the earth, and their words to the end of the World. po32 n1 vbz vvn av p-acp d dt n1, cc po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 9
86 And therefore the Apostle justly pronounces them inexcusable, who have not by this way of instruction attain'd to the knowledge of God. And Therefore the Apostle justly pronounces them inexcusable, who have not by this Way of instruction attained to the knowledge of God. cc av dt n1 av-j vvz pno32 j, r-crq vhb xx p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 9
87 That which may be known of God, saith he, is manifest among them, that is, among the Heathens; That which may be known of God, Says he, is manifest among them, that is, among the heathens; cst r-crq vmb vbi vvn pp-f np1, vvz pns31, vbz j p-acp pno32, cst vbz, p-acp dt n2-jn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 9
88 for God hath shewed it unto them. for God hath showed it unto them. p-acp np1 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 9
89 For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world Are clearly seen, being understood by the things that Are made, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbr av-j vvn, vbg vvn p-acp dt n2 cst vbr vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 9
90 even his eternal Power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse; even his Eternal Power and Godhead; so that they Are without excuse; av po31 j n1 cc n1; av cst pns32 vbr p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 9
91 those namely who do not by this instruction from the visible World, discern the invisible things of God. those namely who do not by this instruction from the visible World, discern the invisible things of God. d av r-crq vdb xx p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j n1, vvb dt j n2 pp-f np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 9
92 God hath taught men also by the Suggestions and Dictates of their own Minds. Nor will this be denied by any, who seriously own a God and a Providence; God hath taught men also by the Suggestions and Dictates of their own Minds. Nor will this be denied by any, who seriously own a God and a Providence; np1 vhz vvn n2 av p-acp dt n2 cc vvz pp-f po32 d n2. ccx n1 d vbi vvn p-acp d, r-crq av-j d dt n1 cc dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 9
93 viz. that there is in man a power of Understanding and Reasoning, which he hath receiv'd from God in the very frame of his Nature, whereby he is inabled to discern the Being, viz. that there is in man a power of Understanding and Reasoning, which he hath received from God in the very frame of his Nature, whereby he is enabled to discern the Being, n1 cst pc-acp vbz p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 cc vvg, r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt vbg, (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 9
94 and in some measure to know the Will of his Maker; and in Some measure to know the Will of his Maker; cc p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 9
95 as also a Conscience, whereby he reflects upon his own behaviour, and is either pleas'd or displeas'd with himself, as also a Conscience, whereby he reflects upon his own behaviour, and is either pleased or displeased with himself, c-acp av dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 d n1, cc vbz av-d vvn cc vvn p-acp px31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 9
96 and fill'd with Hopes or Fears, according as he acts agreeably or disagreeably to the judgment of his own Mind. and filled with Hope's or Fears, according as he acts agreeably or disagreeably to the judgement of his own Mind. cc vvn p-acp ng1 cc n2, vvg c-acp pns31 vvz av-j cc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 9
97 Whether there are innate Ideas in the Souls of Men; Whither there Are innate Ideas in the Souls of Men; cs pc-acp vbr j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 9
98 or whether only we are capacitated in the use of our Faculties to form such conceptions as these, or whither only we Are capacitated in the use of our Faculties to from such conceptions as these, cc cs av-j pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 pc-acp vvi d n2 c-acp d, (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 9
99 and so framed that we naturally do it, is not material, as to the subject I am now upon. and so framed that we naturally do it, is not material, as to the Subject I am now upon. cc av vvn cst pns12 av-j vdb pn31, vbz xx j-jn, c-acp p-acp dt n-jn pns11 vbm av p-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 9
100 It is enough, if this be any way the result of our Frame and Constitution; It is enough, if this be any Way the result of our Frame and Constitution; pn31 vbz av-d, cs d vbb d n1 dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 10
101 for then it must be one of the ways in which God, who is the Author of our Beings, hath given us Instruction. for then it must be one of the ways in which God, who is the Author of our Beings, hath given us Instruction. c-acp cs pn31 vmb vbi crd pp-f dt n2 p-acp r-crq np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, vhz vvn pno12 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 10
102 And this again cannot be exprest better, than in the words of St. Paul; When the Gentiles, sayes he, which have not the Law, do by nature the things contain'd in the Law, these having not the Law are a Law unto themselves, which shew the work (or matter) of the Law written in their hearts, their Conscience also bearing Witness, And this again cannot be expressed better, than in the words of Saint Paul; When the Gentiles, Says he, which have not the Law, do by nature the things contained in the Law, these having not the Law Are a Law unto themselves, which show the work (or matter) of the Law written in their hearts, their Conscience also bearing Witness, cc d av vmbx vbi vvn av-jc, cs p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 np1; c-crq dt n2-j, vvz pns31, r-crq vhb xx dt n1, vdb p-acp n1 dt n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, d vhg xx dt n1 vbr dt n1 p-acp px32, r-crq vvb dt n1 (cc n1) pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp po32 n2, po32 n1 av vvg n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 10
103 and their thoughts between themselves accusing or else excusing one another. and their thoughts between themselves accusing or Else excusing one Another. cc po32 n2 p-acp px32 vvg cc av vvg pi j-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 10
104 God may be said farther to have taught men, by some extraordinary Persons rais'd up by Providence, and qualified to instruct others. God may be said farther to have taught men, by Some extraordinary Persons raised up by Providence, and qualified to instruct Others. np1 vmb vbi vvn av-jc pc-acp vhi vvn n2, p-acp d j n2 vvn a-acp p-acp n1, cc vvd pc-acp vvi n2-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 10
105 Such we Christians believe the Patriarchs, together with Moses and the Prophets to have been, Such we Christians believe the Patriarchs, together with Moses and the prophets to have been, d pns12 njpg2 vvb dt n2, av p-acp np1 cc dt n2 pc-acp vhi vbn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 10
106 namely Persons raised up on purpose, and some of them sent with a special Commission from God, to teach men. namely Persons raised up on purpose, and Some of them sent with a special Commission from God, to teach men. av n2 vvd a-acp p-acp n1, cc d pp-f pno32 vvd p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 10
107 But because in these Discourses we are to take no more for granted, than those we have to do with will allow, I shall assert no more under this head, But Because in these Discourses we Are to take no more for granted, than those we have to do with will allow, I shall assert no more under this head, cc-acp c-acp p-acp d n2 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi av-dx av-dc c-acp vvn, cs d pns12 vhb pc-acp vdi p-acp vmb vvi, pns11 vmb vvb dx dc p-acp d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 10
108 than what will be acknowledg'd by every serious Deist, viz. that there have been in all ages Persons of more enlarg'd and improv'd Understandings, than what will be acknowledged by every serious Deist, viz. that there have been in all ages Persons of more enlarged and improved Understandings, cs q-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp d j np1, n1 cst pc-acp vhi vbn p-acp d n2 n2 pp-f av-dc vvn cc vvn n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 10
109 and more refin'd Morals than the Vulgar, who have both by their discourses, and writings, and practices instructed other men with respect to Divine and Spiritual Matters. and more refined Morals than the vulgar, who have both by their discourses, and writings, and practices instructed other men with respect to Divine and Spiritual Matters. cc av-dc j-vvn n2 cs dt j, r-crq vhb d p-acp po32 n2, cc n2-vvg, cc n2 vvn j-jn n2 p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn cc j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 10
110 Such particularly we know there were, not inconsiderable for their Number, and of very great Reputation, both among the Greeks and Romans, some of which have by their Writings transmitted to us their conceptions concerning God and Providence, Such particularly we know there were, not inconsiderable for their Number, and of very great Reputation, both among the Greeks and Romans, Some of which have by their Writings transmitted to us their conceptions Concerning God and Providence, d av-j pns12 vvb a-acp vbdr, xx j p-acp po32 n1, cc pp-f av j n1, av-d p-acp dt np1 cc np1, d pp-f r-crq vhb p-acp po32 n2-vvg vvn p-acp pno12 po32 n2 vvg np1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 11
111 and the difference between Moral Good and Evil, as also the spirituality and immortality of the humane Soul, and the difference between Moral Good and Evil, as also the spirituality and immortality of the humane Soul, cc dt n1 p-acp j j cc j-jn, c-acp av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 11
112 and at least the high probability of a future state of retribution, of all which they have discourst admirably well. and At least the high probability of a future state of retribution, of all which they have discoursed admirably well. cc p-acp ds dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, pp-f d r-crq pns32 vhb vvn av-j av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 11
113 And of this rank we may at least reckon the Patriarchs mention'd in the Old Testament, who practis'd, And of this rank we may At least reckon the Patriarchs mentioned in the Old Testament, who practised, cc pp-f d n1 pns12 vmb p-acp ds vvi dt n2 vvn p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 11
114 and taught the Worship of the One true God, the Maker of Heaven and Earth, and gave an Example of Virtuous Lives and Conversations; and taught the Worship of the One true God, the Maker of Heaven and Earth, and gave an Exampl of Virtuous Lives and Conversations; cc vvd dt n1 pp-f dt crd j np1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc vvd dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 11
115 as also Moses, the great Law giver among the Jews, who particularly inculcated this prime Doctrine of Religion, that there is but one God, the Creator and Governor of all, as also Moses, the great Law giver among the jews, who particularly inculcated this prime Doctrine of Religion, that there is but one God, the Creator and Governor of all, c-acp av np1, dt j n1 n1 p-acp dt np2, r-crq av-j vvn d j-jn n1 pp-f n1, cst pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd np1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d, (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 11
116 and gave abundance of Excellent Moral Precepts, besides the Ceremonial, to that People; and gave abundance of Excellent Moral Precepts, beside the Ceremonial, to that People; cc vvd n1 pp-f j j n2, p-acp dt j, p-acp d n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 11
117 as likewise the Prophets which appear'd in that Nation, and made it their business to preach up the Doctrines of Piety, and Virtue. as likewise the prophets which appeared in that nation, and made it their business to preach up the Doctrines of Piety, and Virtue. c-acp av dt n2 r-crq vvd p-acp d n1, cc vvd pn31 po32 n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 11
118 Whoever owns a Providence, and allows the difference between Moral Good and Evil, must and will grant that such men as these, wherever they were to be found, were the Instruments of Providence, Whoever owns a Providence, and allows the difference between Moral Good and Evil, must and will grant that such men as these, wherever they were to be found, were the Instruments of Providence, r-crq vvz dt n1, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp j j cc j-jn, vmb cc vmb vvi cst d n2 c-acp d, c-crq pns32 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn, vbdr dt n2 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 11
119 for instructing and improving their fellowcreatures, and consequently that this was another way of God's teaching men. for instructing and improving their fellowcreatures, and consequently that this was Another Way of God's teaching men. p-acp vvg cc vvg po32 n2, cc av-j cst d vbds j-jn n1 pp-f npg1 vvg n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 11
120 God may also be said to have taught men, by the secret Motions and Influences of his Holy Spirit upon their Minds. God may also be said to have taught men, by the secret Motions and Influences of his Holy Spirit upon their Minds. np1 vmb av vbi vvn pc-acp vhi vvn n2, p-acp dt j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp po32 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 11
121 This I am well satisfied the Holy Scriptures do assert throughout, and 'tis, in part at least, this kind of teaching, which those passages in the Books of the Prophets, referr'd to by our Saviour in the Text, seem to mean; This I am well satisfied the Holy Scriptures do assert throughout, and it's, in part At least, this kind of teaching, which those passages in the Books of the prophets, referred to by our Saviour in the Text, seem to mean; d pns11 vbm av vvn dt j n2 vdb vvb a-acp, cc pn31|vbz, p-acp n1 p-acp ds, d n1 pp-f vvg, r-crq d n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, vvn p-acp p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb pc-acp vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 12
122 neither is it any more than what I think those whom we have to do with in this Controversie will allow. neither is it any more than what I think those whom we have to do with in this Controversy will allow. av-dx vbz pn31 d dc cs r-crq pns11 vvb d ro-crq pns12 vhb pc-acp vdi p-acp p-acp d n1 vmb vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 12
123 There is indeed nothing more reasonable to be believ'd of God, even without a Revelation, There is indeed nothing more reasonable to be believed of God, even without a Revelation, pc-acp vbz av pix av-dc j pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1, av p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 12
124 than that he who form'd our Spirits, which are finite, and intirely dependent upon their Maker, should be at all times ready to influence them in a way proper to their make, conversing himself intimately with them, enlightning those understandings which he hath given us, by rays darted from himself, the Fountain of Light, secretly admonishing and assisting our Souls, according as they apply themselves to him, than that he who formed our Spirits, which Are finite, and entirely dependent upon their Maker, should be At all times ready to influence them in a Way proper to their make, conversing himself intimately with them, enlightening those understandings which he hath given us, by rays darted from himself, the Fountain of Light, secretly admonishing and assisting our Souls, according as they apply themselves to him, cs cst pns31 r-crq vvd po12 n2, r-crq vbr j, cc av-j j-jn p-acp po32 n1, vmd vbi p-acp d n2 j p-acp n1 pno32 p-acp dt n1 j p-acp po32 n1, vvg px31 av-j p-acp pno32, n1 d n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno12, p-acp n2 vvn p-acp px31, dt n1 pp-f n1, av-jn vvg cc vvg po12 n2, vvg c-acp pns32 vvb px32 p-acp pno31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 12
125 and become capable of receiving Influences from him. and become capable of receiving Influences from him. cc vvi j pp-f vvg n2 p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 12
126 This is well exprest by Elihu in Job, who being suppos'd not to have been of the race of Israel, may be reckon'd to have spoken in the person of a Deist; This is well expressed by Elihu in Job, who being supposed not to have been of the raze of Israel, may be reckoned to have spoken in the person of a Deist; d vbz av vvn p-acp np1 p-acp np1, r-crq vbg vvn xx pc-acp vhi vbn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 12
127 There is, says he, a spirit in man, and the Inspiration of the Almighty giveth them understanding. There is, Says he, a Spirit in man, and the Inspiration of the Almighty gives them understanding. pc-acp vbz, vvz pns31, dt n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vvz pno32 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 12
128 But we need not search nicely for a Proof, that this has been the sense of those, who have been only under the dispensation of meer Nature, and nor enlighten'd by Revelation. But we need not search nicely for a Proof, that this has been the sense of those, who have been only under the Dispensation of mere Nature, and nor enlightened by Revelation. cc-acp pns12 vvb xx vvi av-j p-acp dt n1, cst d vhz vbn dt n1 pp-f d, r-crq vhb vbn av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc ccx vvd p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 12
129 'Tis well known to all that are acquainted with the Writings of the Philosophers, that this is frequently acknowledg'd by them. It's well known to all that Are acquainted with the Writings of the Philosophers, that this is frequently acknowledged by them. pn31|vbz av vvn p-acp d cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n2, cst d vbz av-j vvn p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 12
130 Nemo vir magnus sine aliquo afflatû divino unquam fuit, is a famous saying of Cicero 's, There was never yet any great Man, Nemo vir magnus sine Aliquo afflatû divino unquam fuit, is a famous saying of Cicero is, There was never yet any great Man, np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la, vbz dt j n-vvg pp-f np1 vbz, a-acp vbds av-x av d j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 12
131 but who had something of divine Inspiration, in which he deliver'd not his own sense only, but that of Mankind. but who had something of divine Inspiration, in which he Delivered not his own sense only, but that of Mankind. cc-acp r-crq vhd pi pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd xx po31 d n1 av-j, cc-acp d pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 13
132 Socrates 〈 ◊ 〉 likewise famous for his pretending to a constant, at least very frequent direction and influence from the Deity, who I think, Socrates 〈 ◊ 〉 likewise famous for his pretending to a constant, At least very frequent direction and influence from the Deity, who I think, npg1 〈 sy 〉 av j p-acp po31 vvg p-acp dt j, p-acp ds j j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns11 vvb, (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 13
133 if any other among the Pagan Philosophers, may be fairly allow'd such a pretence. if any other among the Pagan Philosophers, may be fairly allowed such a pretence. cs d n-jn p-acp dt j-jn n2, vmb vbi av-j vvn d dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 13
134 And it is no Objection against this way of God's teaching, that we cannot tell in what manner he influenceth our Spirits, any more than it is against his having made us, that we are wholly ignorant how we were formed by him. And it is no Objection against this Way of God's teaching, that we cannot tell in what manner he influenceth our Spirits, any more than it is against his having made us, that we Are wholly ignorant how we were formed by him. cc pn31 vbz dx n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f npg1 n-vvg, cst pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vvz po12 n2, d dc cs pn31 vbz p-acp po31 vhg vvn pno12, cst pns12 vbr av-jn j c-crq pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 13
135 This may suffice to be spoken to the first particular I propos'd, I proceed to the next, viz. to consider, This may suffice to be spoken to the First particular I proposed, I proceed to the next, viz. to Consider, d vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt ord j pns11 vvd, pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord, n1 pc-acp vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 13
136 Who they are, that may be said to have heard and learn'd of the Father, in order to their receiving any new Revelation from him. Who they Are, that may be said to have herd and learned of the Father, in order to their receiving any new Revelation from him. r-crq pns32 vbr, cst vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vhi vvn cc vvn pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 vvg d j n1 p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 13
137 Every man therefore that hath heard and learn'd, &c. Every man Therefore that hath herd and learned, etc. d n1 av cst vhz vvn cc vvn, av (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 13
138 To this I answer in the General, Those men have heard and learn'd of the Eather, in order to this end, who have attended to the Instructions given them by God, in any of the four ways above-mentioned, To this I answer in the General, Those men have herd and learned of the Eather, in order to this end, who have attended to the Instructions given them by God, in any of the four ways abovementioned, p-acp d pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1, d n2 vhb vvn cc vvn pp-f dt zz, p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq vhb vvn p-acp dt n2 vvn pno32 p-acp np1, p-acp d pp-f dt crd n2 j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 13
139 and have improv'd them to the benefit of their Spirits. But more particularly they may be reduced to these two following sorts. and have improved them to the benefit of their Spirits. But more particularly they may be reduced to these two following sorts. cc vhb vvn pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. cc-acp av-dc av-j pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d crd vvg n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 13
140 Those who have attain'd to worthy apprehensions concerning God and natural Religion. Those who have attained to worthy apprehensions Concerning God and natural Religion. d r-crq vhb vvd p-acp j n2 vvg np1 cc j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 13
141 Those who have together with these apprehensions fixt in their Minds an honest purpose and resolution to act agreeably to them. Those who have together with these apprehensions fixed in their Minds an honest purpose and resolution to act agreeably to them. d r-crq vhb av p-acp d n2 vvn p-acp po32 n2 dt j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 14
142 By taking a short view of these two particulars, we shall easily perceive, both that these are the results of God's teaching men, By taking a short view of these two particulars, we shall Easily perceive, both that these Are the results of God's teaching men, p-acp vvg dt j n1 pp-f d crd n2-j, pns12 vmb av-j vvi, d cst d vbr dt vvz pp-f npg1 vvg n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 14
143 and that they are each of them preparatory to the receiving farther communications from him. and that they Are each of them preparatory to the receiving farther communications from him. cc cst pns32 vbr d pp-f pno32 n1 p-acp dt vvg av-jc n2 p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 14
144 Such men have heard and learn'd of the Father, who have attain'd to worthy apprehensions concerning God and Natural Religion. Such men have herd and learned of the Father, who have attained to worthy apprehensions Concerning God and Natural Religion. d n2 vhb vvn cc vvn pp-f dt n1, r-crq vhb vvd p-acp j n2 vvg np1 cc j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 14
145 By worthy apprehensions of God, I mean, that they should conceive of him, as a Being infinite in all Perfection, By worthy apprehensions of God, I mean, that they should conceive of him, as a Being infinite in all Perfection, p-acp j n2 pp-f np1, pns11 vvb, cst pns32 vmd vvi pp-f pno31, c-acp dt vbg j p-acp d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 14
146 and particularly in those we call the Moral Perfections of the Divine Nature, commonly exprest by the general term of Holiness• comprehending the Truth, the Justice, and the Goodness of God; and particularly in those we call the Moral Perfections of the Divine Nature, commonly expressed by the general term of Holiness• comprehending the Truth, the justice, and the goodness of God; cc av-j p-acp d pns12 vvb dt j n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvg dt n1, dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 14
147 that they should think of him, as the Original of all Being, the great Maker and Preserver of the World, that they should think of him, as the Original of all Being, the great Maker and Preserver of the World, cst pns32 vmd vvi pp-f pno31, c-acp dt j-jn pp-f d vbg, dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 14
148 and the Supreme Lord and Governour of it; and the Supreme Lord and Governor of it; cc dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 14
149 that they should look upon him as the great Parent of the intellectual part of the Universe, who hath a tender care of and concern for this his Off-spring; that they should look upon him as the great Parent of the intellectual part of the Universe, who hath a tender care of and concern for this his Offspring; cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vhz dt j n1 pp-f cc vvi p-acp d po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 14
150 that they should apprehend him to be a Being infinitely good to all his Works, that they should apprehend him to be a Being infinitely good to all his Works, cst pns32 vmd vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi dt vbg av-j j p-acp d po31 vvz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 14
151 and especially propitious to those his Creatures, who have always retain'd, or are willing to return to the temper of dutiful and obedient children; and especially propitious to those his Creatures, who have always retained, or Are willing to return to the temper of dutiful and obedient children; cc av-j j p-acp d po31 n2, r-crq vhb av vvn, cc vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j cc j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 14
152 who, as on the one hand he will not suffer his Laws to be violated, and his Authority contemn'd, without making the Transgressors sensible and afraid of his displeasure; who, as on the one hand he will not suffer his Laws to be violated, and his authority contemned, without making the Transgressors sensible and afraid of his displeasure; r-crq, c-acp p-acp dt crd n1 pns31 vmb xx vvi po31 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc po31 n1 vvd, p-acp vvg dt ng1 j cc j pp-f po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 14
153 so on the other hand also he will be ready to compassionate in all compassionable cases, so on the other hand also he will be ready to compassionate in all compassionable cases, av p-acp dt j-jn n1 av pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp j p-acp d j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 15
154 and to make all such allowances as are proper to be made by a Creator to his Creatures. and to make all such allowances as Are proper to be made by a Creator to his Creatures. cc pc-acp vvi d d n2 c-acp vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 15
155 By worthy apprehensions of natural Religion, I mean, that they should see and acknowledge the eternal and immutable difference between moral good and evil, together with the necessary and indispensable Obligation a reasonable creature is under to chuse the one, and refuse the other; By worthy apprehensions of natural Religion, I mean, that they should see and acknowledge the Eternal and immutable difference between moral good and evil, together with the necessary and indispensable Obligation a reasonable creature is under to choose the one, and refuse the other; p-acp j n2 pp-f j n1, pns11 vvb, cst pns32 vmd vvi cc vvi dt j cc j n1 p-acp j j cc j-jn, av p-acp dt j cc j n1 dt j n1 vbz p-acp pc-acp vvi dt pi, cc vvi dt j-jn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 15
156 that they should discern the fitness of yielding Reverence, and Love, Worship, and Obedience to our Maker; that they should discern the fitness of yielding reverence, and Love, Worship, and obedience to our Maker; cst pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n1, cc n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp po12 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 15
157 of exercising Justice and Charity one towards another; of subjecting our Flesh to our Spirits; and reducing our Appetites and Passions under the direction and government of Understanding and Reason; of exercising justice and Charity one towards Another; of subjecting our Flesh to our Spirits; and reducing our Appetites and Passion under the direction and government of Understanding and Reason; pp-f vvg n1 cc n1 crd p-acp n-jn; pp-f vvg po12 n1 p-acp po12 n2; cc vvg po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 15
158 of improving our Min•s, as our principal part, and using our several Faculties according to the nature and design of each of them. of improving our Min•s, as our principal part, and using our several Faculties according to the nature and Design of each of them. pp-f vvg po12 n2, c-acp po12 j-jn n1, cc vvg po12 j n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d pp-f pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 15
159 These I take to be worthy apprehensions of God and natural Religion, and such as will be entertain'd by all those, who are taught of God, and have not only heard, but learn'd of the Father. These I take to be worthy apprehensions of God and natural Religion, and such as will be entertained by all those, who Are taught of God, and have not only herd, but learned of the Father. np1 pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi j n2 pp-f np1 cc j n1, cc d c-acp vmb vbi vvn p-acp d d, r-crq vbr vvn pp-f np1, cc vhb xx av-j vvn, p-acp vvn pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 15
160 And whosoever hath these Apprehensions well settled in his Mind, will be always ready to embrace a Doctrine which comes from God, And whosoever hath these Apprehensions well settled in his Mind, will be always ready to embrace a Doctrine which comes from God, cc c-crq vhz d n2 av vvn p-acp po31 n1, vmb vbi av j pc-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 15
161 and approves it self to be worthy of him; and approves it self to be worthy of him; cc vvz pn31 n1 pc-acp vbi j pp-f pno31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 15
162 he will be apt to entertain a Revelation as Divine, which renders all the Attributes of God conspicuous and illustrious; he will be apt to entertain a Revelation as Divine, which renders all the Attributes of God conspicuous and illustrious; pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-acp j-jn, r-crq vvz d dt n2 pp-f np1 j cc j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 15
163 he will diligently listen to, and easily believe a fair account of the Goodness of God to the apostate children of men, reconcil'd with his Wisdom and Justice in governing the World; he will diligently listen to, and Easily believe a fair account of the goodness of God to the apostate children of men, reconciled with his Wisdom and justice in governing the World; pns31 vmb av-j vvi p-acp, cc av-j vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 n2 pp-f n2, vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 15
164 and he will heartily approve an Institution, which ••ghly explains and heightens the Obligations which reasonable Creatures are under to all that is truly good and praise-worthy; and he will heartily approve an Institution, which ••ghly explains and heightens the Obligations which reasonable Creatures Are under to all that is truly good and praiseworthy; cc pns31 vmb av-j vvi dt n1, r-crq av-j vvz cc vvz dt n2 r-crq j n2 vbr p-acp p-acp d cst vbz av-j j cc j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 16
165 that is, he will be well dispos'd to become a Christian, these being (as I hope hereafter to shew) the just Characters of Christianity. that is, he will be well disposed to become a Christian, these being (as I hope hereafter to show) the just Characters of Christianity. d vbz, pns31 vmb vbi av vvn pc-acp vvi dt njp, d vbg (c-acp pns11 vvb av pc-acp vvi) dt j n2 pp-f np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 16
166 Upon this ground it was, that our Lord gave his approbation to the Judgment of the Scribe, upon his saying there was one God, and that for a Man to love this God with all his heart, Upon this ground it was, that our Lord gave his approbation to the Judgement of the Scribe, upon his saying there was one God, and that for a Man to love this God with all his heart, p-acp d n1 pn31 vbds, cst po12 n1 vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt vvi, p-acp po31 n-vvg a-acp vbds crd np1, cc cst p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi d np1 p-acp d po31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 16
167 and to love his Neighbour as himself, was more than all whole burnt-offerings and sacrifices. The Text says, that when Jesus saw that he answer'd discreetly, i. e. and to love his Neighbour as himself, was more than all Whole Burnt offerings and Sacrifices. The Text Says, that when jesus saw that he answered discreetly, i. e. cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp px31, vbds av-dc cs d j-jn n2 cc n2. dt n1 vvz, cst c-crq np1 vvd cst pns31 vvd av-j, uh. sy. (4) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 16
168 when he discover'd so just apprehensions of God, and the nature of Religion in general, he said unto him, Thou art not far from the Kingdom of God; when he discovered so just apprehensions of God, and the nature of Religion in general, he said unto him, Thou art not Far from the Kingdom of God; c-crq pns31 vvd av j n2 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vvd p-acp pno31, pns21 vb2r xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 16
169 as far as his Judgment went at least, he was almost a Disciple of Christ, being well dispos'd to entertain the Doctrine which he taught. But then, as Far as his Judgement went At least, he was almost a Disciple of christ, being well disposed to entertain the Doctrine which he taught. But then, a-acp av-j c-acp po31 n1 vvd p-acp ds, pns31 vbds av dt n1 pp-f np1, vbg av vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd. p-acp av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 16
170 There must be added to this, that those who have heard and learn'd of the Father, have together with these Apprehensions fixt in their Minds an honest purpose and resolution to act agreeably to them. There must be added to this, that those who have herd and learned of the Father, have together with these Apprehensions fixed in their Minds an honest purpose and resolution to act agreeably to them. a-acp vmb vbi vvn p-acp d, cst d r-crq vhb vvn cc vvn pp-f dt n1, vhb av p-acp d n2 vvn p-acp po32 n2 dt j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 16
171 The perfection of a reasonable creature consists in the regularity of his Will and Affections, as much at least, if not more than in the improvement of his Understanding. The perfection of a reasonable creature consists in the regularity of his Will and Affections, as much At least, if not more than in the improvement of his Understanding. dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n2, c-acp d p-acp ds, cs xx av-dc cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 16
172 Nay the very use of any information given to the Understanding is, that it may direct and influence the Will and Affections of the Man; Nay the very use of any information given to the Understanding is, that it may Direct and influence the Will and Affections of the Man; uh-x dt j n1 pp-f d n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 vbz, cst pn31 vmb vvi cc n1 dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 16
173 and consequently the great design of all God's teaching, which is without question intended to perfect our Natures, is to improve the temper and disposition of our Souls; and consequently the great Design of all God's teaching, which is without question intended to perfect our Nature's, is to improve the temper and disposition of our Souls; cc av-j dt j n1 pp-f d npg1 n-vvg, r-crq vbz p-acp n1 vvd pc-acp vvi po12 n2, vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 17
174 so that no man can be said to have heard and learn'd of the Father, till he have form'd his temper by the knowledge which is imparted to him from God, so that no man can be said to have herd and learned of the Father, till he have formed his temper by the knowledge which is imparted to him from God, av cst dx n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vhi vvn cc vvn pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns31 vhb vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 17
175 and reduc'd his Notions to practice. and reduced his Notions to practice. cc vvd po31 n2 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 17
176 All the Truths of God are to be receiv'd in the love of them, and the end of their communication is, that we may yield our selves to be directed by them; All the Truths of God Are to be received in the love of them, and the end of their communication is, that we may yield our selves to be directed by them; av-d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vbz, cst pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 17
177 and he that is arriv'd thus far, has heard and learn'd of the Father, in the full sense of that Expression; and he that is arrived thus Far, has herd and learned of the Father, in the full sense of that Expression; cc pns31 cst vbz vvn av av-j, vhz vvn cc vvn pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 17
178 and after this, can want nothing more towards the entertaining any new Revelation from God, than a fair proposal of it to him. and After this, can want nothing more towards the entertaining any new Revelation from God, than a fair proposal of it to him. cc p-acp d, vmb vvi pix av-dc p-acp dt vvg d j n1 p-acp np1, cs dt j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 17
179 This is agreeable to what our Saviour hath told us, and what is evident from the nature of the thing, that If any man will do the will of God, he shall know of his Doctrine, This is agreeable to what our Saviour hath told us, and what is evident from the nature of the thing, that If any man will do the will of God, he shall know of his Doctrine, d vbz j p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vhz vvn pno12, cc r-crq vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst cs d n1 vmb vdi dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vmb vvi pp-f po31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 17
180 whether it be of God, or whether he spake of himself. whither it be of God, or whither he spoke of himself. cs pn31 vbb pp-f np1, cc cs pns31 vvd pp-f px31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 17
181 And this 'tis likely was wanting in the Scribe before-mention'd, whom our Saviour declar'd not to be far from the Kingdom of God. And this it's likely was wanting in the Scribe beforementioned, whom our Saviour declared not to be Far from the Kingdom of God. cc d pn31|vbz j vbds vvg p-acp dt vvi j, ro-crq po12 n1 vvd xx pc-acp vbi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 17
182 Had he added to his just apprehensions of Divine truths, a full purpose of mind to yield to their influence, he would not only have approach'd, but enter'd into the Kingdom. Had he added to his just apprehensions of Divine truths, a full purpose of mind to yield to their influence, he would not only have approached, but entered into the Kingdom. vhd pns31 vvn p-acp po31 j n2 pp-f j-jn n2, dt j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1, pns31 vmd xx av-j vhi vvd, p-acp vvn p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 17
183 And here in truth lies the main difficulty with most men. And Here in truth lies the main difficulty with most men. cc av p-acp n1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp ds n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 17
184 Their Apprehensions would be more easily set right, if their Wills and Affections were but subdued: Their Apprehensions would be more Easily Set right, if their Wills and Affections were but subdued: po32 n2 vmd vbi av-dc av-j vvi av-jn, cs po32 n2 cc n2 vbdr cc-acp vvd: (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 17
185 but this latter requiring some pains, they too often make their Judgments comply with their Inclinations, but this latter requiring Some pains, they too often make their Judgments comply with their Inclinations, cc-acp d d vvg d n2, pns32 av av vvi po32 n2 vvi p-acp po32 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 17
186 and suffer their Wills and Affections to conduct their Understandings. and suffer their Wills and Affections to conduct their Understandings. cc vvi po32 n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 17
187 It may therefore be worth the while ••nquire once more, What Qualifications are requisite, both to the hearing and learning of the Father, and coming to the Son, which was the last particular I propos'd to be consider'd. It may Therefore be worth the while ••nquire once more, What Qualifications Are requisite, both to the hearing and learning of the Father, and coming to the Son, which was the last particular I proposed to be considered. pn31 vmb av vbi j dt n1 vvb a-acp av-dc, q-crq n2 vbr j, av-d p-acp dt n-vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbds dt ord j pns11 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 18
188 I shall mention only the three following. A serious and compos'd temper of Spirit. A good degree of Humility. Purity of Heart. I shall mention only the three following. A serious and composed temper of Spirit. A good degree of Humility. Purity of Heart. pns11 vmb vvi av-j dt crd vvg. dt j cc j-vvn n1 pp-f n1. dt j n1 pp-f n1. n1 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 18
189 A serious and compos'd temper of Spirit. A serious and composed temper of Spirit. dt j cc j-vvn n1 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 18
190 This is a Qualification necessary in order to proficiency in any other sort of learning, that is of considerable use; This is a Qualification necessary in order to proficiency in any other sort of learning, that is of considerable use; d vbz dt n1 j p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz pp-f j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 18
191 and much more is it so, where God is the Teacher, and Religion the Subject of the Enquiry. and much more is it so, where God is the Teacher, and Religion the Subject of the Enquiry. cc av-d dc vbz pn31 av, c-crq np1 vbz dt n1, cc n1 dt j-jn pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 18
192 God is a great Being, infinitely above us; the thoughts of his Majesty are sufficient to strike an awe into our Minds. God is a great Being, infinitely above us; the thoughts of his Majesty Are sufficient to strike an awe into our Minds. np1 vbz dt j vbg, av-j p-acp pno12; dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vbr j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 18
193 He is perfectly pure and holy, he hath full Authority to command us, and an irresistible Power, He is perfectly pure and holy, he hath full authority to command us, and an irresistible Power, pns31 vbz av-j j cc j, pns31 vhz j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12, cc dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 18
194 as well as an undoubted right to govern and controll us; and our Happiness depends intirely upon his favour. as well as an undoubted right to govern and control us; and our Happiness depends entirely upon his favour. c-acp av c-acp dt j n-jn pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12; cc po12 n1 vvz av-j p-acp po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 18
195 Religion is the solemn Obligation we acknowledge our selves to be under to this excellent Being, whereby we are instructed in his Will, Religion is the solemn Obligation we acknowledge our selves to be under to this excellent Being, whereby we Are instructed in his Will, n1 vbz dt j n1 pns12 vvb po12 n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp p-acp d j vbg, c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 18
196 and engag'd to comply with it; and engaged to comply with it; cc vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 18
197 and the Christian Religion in particular pretends to be an improvement of that which is natural. and the Christian Religion in particular pretends to be an improvement of that which is natural. cc dt njp n1 p-acp j vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vbz j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 18
198 Now these are matters of the greatest Weight, and highest Concernment to us, and consequently such as require the most sedate temper of Mind in those who are conversant about them. Now these Are matters of the greatest Weight, and highest Concernment to us, and consequently such as require the most sedate temper of Mind in those who Are conversant about them. av d vbr n2 pp-f dt js n1, cc js n1 p-acp pno12, cc av-j d c-acp vvi dt av-ds n1 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d r-crq vbr j p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 18
199 Besides that the ways in which God teacheth men are such as make a very serious attention necessary. Beside that the ways in which God Teaches men Are such as make a very serious attention necessary. p-acp d dt n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz n2 vbr d c-acp vvi dt j j n1 j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 19
200 'Tis remarkable, that when our blessed Saviour had in the Text mention'd hearing and learning of the Father, he adds in the very next words, Not that any man hath seen the Father, intimating thereby that we do not learn of God, It's remarkable, that when our blessed Saviour had in the Text mentioned hearing and learning of the Father, he adds in the very next words, Not that any man hath seen the Father, intimating thereby that we do not Learn of God, pn31|vbz j, cst c-crq po12 j-vvn n1 vhd p-acp dt n1 vvn vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvz p-acp dt av ord n2, xx cst d n1 vhz vvn dt n1, vvg av cst pns12 vdb xx vvi pp-f np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 19
201 as one man learns of another. No, 'tis by serious contemplation of his Works; as one man learns of Another. No, it's by serious contemplation of his Works; c-acp crd n1 vvz pp-f j-jn. uh-dx, pn31|vbz p-acp j n1 pp-f png31 vvz; (4) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 19
202 by frequent retiring into our own Souls, exercising and consulting the best of our Faculties, those I mean of Understanding, and Reason, and Conscience; by frequent retiring into our own Souls, exercising and consulting the best of our Faculties, those I mean of Understanding, and Reason, and Conscience; p-acp j n-vvg p-acp po12 d n2, vvg cc vvg dt js pp-f po12 n2, d pns11 vvb pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 19
203 'tis by looking out for those who are wiser and better than our selves, and attending to what they shall impart to us of their knowledge in Divine matters; it's by looking out for those who Are Wiser and better than our selves, and attending to what they shall impart to us of their knowledge in Divine matters; pn31|vbz p-acp vvg av p-acp d r-crq vbr jc cc jc cs po12 n2, cc vvg p-acp r-crq pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno12 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp j-jn n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 19
204 and finally 'tis by cherishing and improving the secret Motions and Influences of the good Spirit of God, and finally it's by cherishing and improving the secret Motions and Influences of the good Spirit of God, cc av-j pn31|vbz p-acp vvg cc vvg dt j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 19
205 and in a due exercise of our Faculties, together with a serious application to God, preparing our selves for the reception of his communications. and in a due exercise of our Faculties, together with a serious application to God, preparing our selves for the reception of his communications. cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n2, av p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1, vvg po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 19
206 How then is it likely, that a man of a fantastical, airy and unthinking temper, should hear and learn of the Father, or come to the Son! 'Tis not in the least probable, that such an one should apply himself to the consideration of these serious Subjects, How then is it likely, that a man of a fantastical, airy and unthinking temper, should hear and Learn of the Father, or come to the Son! It's not in the least probable, that such an one should apply himself to the consideration of these serious Subject's, c-crq av vbz pn31 j, cst dt n1 pp-f dt j, j cc j n1, vmd vvi cc vvi pp-f dt n1, cc vvb p-acp dt n1! pn31|vbz xx p-acp dt av-ds j, cst d dt pi vmd vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 19
207 or give that attention of Mind which is proper; or give that attention of Mind which is proper; cc vvb d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 19
208 nor can it be thought, that the Holy Spirit of God should attend such light and unsettled minds. nor can it be Thought, that the Holy Spirit of God should attend such Light and unsettled minds. ccx vmb pn31 vbi vvn, cst dt j n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi d n1 cc j-vvn n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 19
209 Another Qualification for hearing and learning of the Father is, a good degree of Humility. another Qualification for hearing and learning of the Father is, a good degree of Humility. j-jn n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1 vbz, dt j n1 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 19
210 It becomes a Learner in general to give •••eference to the judgment and authority of those who instruct him; It becomes a Learner in general to give •••eference to the judgement and Authority of those who instruct him; pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d r-crq vvb pno31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 20
211 much more is it fit that those who would learn of God, should attend to his Instructions with the greatest Humility that is possible. much more is it fit that those who would Learn of God, should attend to his Instructions with the greatest Humility that is possible. av-d dc vbz pn31 j cst d r-crq vmd vvi pp-f np1, vmd vvi p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt js n1 cst vbz j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 20
212 They should have those mean thoughts of themselves which become Creatures, when they are learning of their Maker. They should have those mean thoughts of themselves which become Creatures, when they Are learning of their Maker. pns32 vmd vhi d j n2 pp-f px32 r-crq vvi n2, c-crq pns32 vbr vvg pp-f po32 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 20
213 They should remember that their Minds are finite and narrow, that their apprehensions of things are very imperfect at the best, that they are fallible, They should Remember that their Minds Are finite and narrow, that their apprehensions of things Are very imperfect At the best, that they Are fallible, pns32 vmd vvi d po32 n2 vbr j cc j, cst po32 n2 pp-f n2 vbr av j p-acp dt js, cst pns32 vbr j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 20
214 nay exceeding liable to be mistaken of themselves, and consequently do stand in need of the constant direction and guidance of the first and great Mind. nay exceeding liable to be mistaken of themselves, and consequently do stand in need of the constant direction and guidance of the First and great Mind. uh-x j-vvg j pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f px32, cc av-j vdb vvi p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt ord cc j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 20
215 They should consider farther, that they are altogether unworthy of such a favor, as to be taught of God, forasmuch as they cannot but be conscious of very great disorder in their Natures, too much indisposition to do, They should Consider farther, that they Are altogether unworthy of such a favour, as to be taught of God, forasmuch as they cannot but be conscious of very great disorder in their Nature's, too much indisposition to do, pns32 vmd vvi av-jc, cst pns32 vbr av j pp-f d dt n1, c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1, av c-acp pns32 vmbx p-acp vbi j pp-f av j n1 p-acp po32 n2, av d n1 pc-acp vdi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 20
216 and consequently to know the Will of God. and consequently to know the Will of God. cc av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 20
217 All these considerations will be apt to make them humble, and thereby dispose them to hear and learn of the Father. All these considerations will be apt to make them humble, and thereby dispose them to hear and Learn of the Father. av-d d n2 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pno32 j, cc av vvb pno32 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 20
218 For by this means they will be brought to acknowledge the reasonableness of those great duties, which natural Religion enjoyns, viz. submitting and resigning their Wills intirely to the Will of their Sovereign Lord; For by this means they will be brought to acknowledge the reasonableness of those great duties, which natural Religion enjoins, viz. submitting and resigning their Wills entirely to the Will of their Sovereign Lord; p-acp p-acp d n2 pns32 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d j n2, r-crq j n1 vvz, n1 vvg cc vvg po32 n2 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j-jn n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 20
219 being well contented with his disposal, and fully satisfied with that share of the good things of life, which he is pleas'd to allow them; being well contented with his disposal, and Fully satisfied with that share of the good things of life, which he is pleased to allow them; vbg av vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc av-j vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f n1, r-crq pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 20
220 depending upon him, and acknowledging him in all their ways; depending upon him, and acknowledging him in all their ways; vvg p-acp pno31, cc vvg pno31 p-acp d po32 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 20
221 as also demeaning themselves towards other men with a regard due to those of the same nature with themselves, however they may differ from them in some accident respects. as also demeaning themselves towards other men with a regard due to those of the same nature with themselves, however they may differ from them in Some accident respects. c-acp av n-vvg px32 p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 j-jn p-acp d pp-f dt d n1 p-acp px32, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1 vvz. (4) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 20
222 And by the same means they will be dispos'd also to come to the Son of God, whose Institution lays before us abundance of humbling considerations, drawn from the weakness and corruption of humane Nature, And by the same means they will be disposed also to come to the Son of God, whose Institution lays before us abundance of humbling considerations, drawn from the weakness and corruption of humane Nature, cc p-acp dt d n2 pns32 vmb vbi vvn av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, rg-crq n1 vvz p-acp pno12 n1 pp-f vvg n2, vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 21
223 as well as from the guilt we have contracted; as well as from the guilt we have contracted; c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pns12 vhb vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 21
224 and gives us in charge such Precepts as cannot possibly consist with pride or haughtiness of spirit, such as condescending to those of the lowest rank for their good, bearing affronts, forgiving injuries, returning good for evil, and the like; and gives us in charge such Precepts as cannot possibly consist with pride or haughtiness of Spirit, such as condescending to those of the lowest rank for their good, bearing affronts, forgiving injuries, returning good for evil, and the like; cc vvz pno12 p-acp n1 d n2 p-acp vmbx av-j vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, d c-acp vvg p-acp d pp-f dt js n1 p-acp po32 j, vvg vvz, j-vvg n2, vvg j p-acp n-jn, cc dt j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 21
225 upon which account our Lord saw it fit to forewarn those that pretended to be his Disciples, that one necessary condition of being so, was to humble themselves, and become as little children. upon which account our Lord saw it fit to forewarn those that pretended to be his Disciples, that one necessary condition of being so, was to humble themselves, and become as little children. p-acp r-crq n1 po12 n1 vvd pn31 j pc-acp vvi d cst vvd pc-acp vbi po31 n2, cst crd j n1 pp-f vbg av, vbds pc-acp vvi px32, cc vvn p-acp j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 21
226 Nay farther, this Humility will dispose those who are endued with it, to allow, that God may possibly reveal to us some Truths of concernment and use, which we could not have found out our selves, Nay farther, this Humility will dispose those who Are endued with it, to allow, that God may possibly reveal to us Some Truths of concernment and use, which we could not have found out our selves, uh-x av-jc, d n1 vmb vvi d r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi, cst np1 vmb av-j vvi p-acp pno12 d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq pns12 vmd xx vhi vvn av po12 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 21
227 and which when discover'd in part, we may not be able fully to grasp and comprehend; and which when discovered in part, we may not be able Fully to grasp and comprehend; cc r-crq c-crq vvn p-acp n1, pns12 vmb xx vbi j av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 21
228 as well as he may oblige us to some Duties, which may lie cross to certain inclinations and propensions that we may have contracted, which duties may notwithstanding be very reasonable in themselves and good for us. as well as he may oblige us to Some Duties, which may lie cross to certain inclinations and propensions that we may have contracted, which duties may notwithstanding be very reasonable in themselves and good for us. c-acp av c-acp pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp d n2, r-crq vmb vvi n1 p-acp j n2 cc n2 cst pns12 vmb vhi vvn, r-crq n2 vmb a-acp vbi av j p-acp px32 cc av-j p-acp pno12. (4) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 21
229 A competent degree of Humility will dispose us to think on this manner; and consequently will render us capable of Divine Instruction. A competent degree of Humility will dispose us to think on this manner; and consequently will render us capable of Divine Instruction. dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1; cc av-j vmb vvi pno12 j pp-f j-jn n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 21
230 Which it will yet farther do, by qualifying us to partake of the Illumination and Assistance of the Spirit of that God, who, Which it will yet farther do, by qualifying us to partake of the Illumination and Assistance of the Spirit of that God, who, r-crq pn31 vmb av av-jc vdi, p-acp j-vvg pno12 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f cst np1, r-crq, (4) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 21
231 as we are assured both by Scripture and Reason, resisteth the proud; but giveth Grace to the humble. as we Are assured both by Scripture and Reason, Resisteth the proud; but gives Grace to the humble. c-acp pns12 vbr vvn av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, vvz dt j; cc-acp vvz n1 p-acp dt j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 22
232 The last Qualification I mention'd was Purity of Heart; The last Qualification I mentioned was Purity of Heart; dt ord n1 pns11 vvn vbds n1 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 22
233 by which I mean, not only a freedom from guile and hypocrisie, but also, in a good degree from all those other vitious habits, that defile the Soul, by which I mean, not only a freedom from guile and hypocrisy, but also, in a good degree from all those other vicious habits, that defile the Soul, p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb, xx av-j dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc-acp av, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d d j-jn j n2, cst vvb dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 22
234 and particularly a being so far dis-entangled from sensual and worldly inclinations, that the mind may be tolerably at liberty in it's searches after truth, having no strong byas upon it to incline it the wrong way, nothing whereby the Understanding must be unavoidably blinded, or the judgment distorted. and particularly a being so Far disentangled from sensual and worldly inclinations, that the mind may be tolerably At liberty in it's Searches After truth, having no strong bias upon it to incline it the wrong Way, nothing whereby the Understanding must be avoidable blinded, or the judgement distorted. cc av-j dt vbg av av-j j p-acp j cc j n2, cst dt n1 vmb vbi av-j p-acp n1 p-acp pn31|vbz n2 p-acp n1, vhg dx j n1 p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi pn31 dt j-jn n1, pix c-crq dt n1 vmb vbi av-j vvn, cc dt n1 vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 22
235 'Tis acknowledg'd by every serious Deist, that as God is a pure and holy Being, It's acknowledged by every serious Deist, that as God is a pure and holy Being, pn31|vbz vvn p-acp d j np1, cst c-acp np1 vbz dt j cc j vbg, (4) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 22
236 so the design of true Religion is to render us like to him, and consequently to refine and purifie our Spirits, by raising us above the things of sense and this present life. so the Design of true Religion is to render us like to him, and consequently to refine and purify our Spirits, by raising us above the things of sense and this present life. av dt n1 pp-f j n1 vbz pc-acp vvi pno12 av-j p-acp pno31, cc av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n2, p-acp vvg pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc d j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 22
237 And this we Christians affirm to be the great design of that Religion which we profess. And this we Christians affirm to be the great Design of that Religion which we profess. cc d po12 np1 vvi pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq pns12 vvb. (4) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 22
238 Now nothing can make us more indisposed to hear and learn either of the Father or the Son, than strong habits of Vice indulg'd by us, Now nothing can make us more indisposed to hear and Learn either of the Father or the Son, than strong habits of Vice indulged by us, av pix vmb vvi pno12 dc vvn p-acp vvb cc vvi d pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1, cs j n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno12, (4) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 22
239 or, which comes to the same issue, being deeply immerst in the sensual and animal life. or, which comes to the same issue, being deeply immersed in the sensual and animal life. cc, r-crq vvz p-acp dt d n1, vbg av-jn vvn p-acp dt j cc n1 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 22
240 This was the reason why Aristotle pronounc'd young men unfit to hear Lectures in moral Philosophy, This was the reason why Aristotle pronounced young men unfit to hear Lectures in moral Philosophy, d vbds dt n1 q-crq np1 vvd j n2 j pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 22
241 namely because of the vehemency of their sensual inclinations and passions. namely Because of the vehemency of their sensual inclinations and passion. av c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2 cc n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 22
242 Christianity, in confidence of its reasonableness, together with the assistance and strength it offers, proposes it self to every age, Christianity, in confidence of its reasonableness, together with the assistance and strength it offers, proposes it self to every age, np1, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pn31 vvz, vvz pn31 n1 p-acp d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 22
243 as well as each condition of men: as well as each condition of men: c-acp av c-acp d n1 pp-f n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 22
244 but still this must be own'd, that by how much the more sensual or worldly-minded any man is, by so much the more he is in danger of having his Understanding byas'd in his enquiries after the truths of Religion. but still this must be owned, that by how much the more sensual or worldly-minded any man is, by so much the more he is in danger of having his Understanding biased in his Enquiries After the truths of Religion. cc-acp av d vmb vbi j-vvn, cst p-acp c-crq av-d dt av-dc j cc j d n1 vbz, p-acp av av-d dt av-dc pns31 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f vhg po31 n1 vvn p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 23
245 'Tis an uneasie thing to own a truth, which directly opposes it self to the bent of our inclinations; It's an uneasy thing to own a truth, which directly opposes it self to the bent of our inclinations; pn31|vbz dt j n1 p-acp d dt n1, r-crq av-j vvz pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 23
246 and therefore a man that is resolvedly vitious, will rather chuse to have his understanding mifled, and Therefore a man that is resolvedly vicious, will rather choose to have his understanding mifled, cc av dt n1 cst vbz av-vvn j, vmb av-c vvi pc-acp vhi po31 n1 vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 23
247 and his judgment brib'd, than yield his assent to such truths, as he very well knows would prove a constant vexation to his Spirit. and his judgement bribed, than yield his assent to such truths, as he very well knows would prove a constant vexation to his Spirit. cc po31 n1 vvd, cs vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n2, c-acp pns31 av av vvz vmd vvi dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 23
248 Besides, that as in the former instances, so here also, it cannot be expected that the Holy Spirit of God, by whom the minds of all good men are illuminated and assisted in their searches after divine knowledge, should co-habit or co-operate with a soul grosly impure and vitious. Beside, that as in the former instances, so Here also, it cannot be expected that the Holy Spirit of God, by whom the minds of all good men Are illuminated and assisted in their Searches After divine knowledge, should cohabit or cooperate with a soul grossly impure and vicious. a-acp, cst c-acp p-acp dt j n2, av av av, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn cst dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp ro-crq dt n2 pp-f d j n2 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp po32 n2 p-acp j-jn n1, vmd n1 cc j p-acp dt n1 av-j j cc j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 23
249 Thus I have dispatch'd the three particulars I at first propos'd, and the sum of what I have been saying is in short this; Thus I have dispatched the three particulars I At First proposed, and the sum of what I have been saying is in short this; av pns11 vhb vvn dt crd n2-jn p-acp p-acp ord vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns11 vhb vbn vvg vbz p-acp j d; (4) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 23
250 That whosoever will take upon him to judge of the truth of reveal'd Religion, or that which pretends to be so, ought to be a man, who has first well consider'd, That whosoever will take upon him to judge of the truth of revealed Religion, or that which pretends to be so, ought to be a man, who has First well considered, cst r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvn n1, cc cst r-crq vvz pc-acp vbi av, pi pc-acp vbi dt n1, r-crq vhz ord av vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 23
251 and yielded to the convictions of that which is natural; and yielded to the convictions of that which is natural; cc vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f cst r-crq vbz j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 23
252 and that there are certain Qualifications necessary in order to the considering and entertaining either natural Religion, or reveal'd. and that there Are certain Qualifications necessary in order to the considering and entertaining either natural Religion, or revealed. cc cst a-acp vbr j n2 j p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg cc vvg d j n1, cc vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 23
253 The application I would make of the whole shall be only in two words. The application I would make of the Whole shall be only in two words. dt n1 pns11 vmd vvi pp-f dt j-jn vmb vbi j p-acp crd n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 23
254 I infer that if any person, who is not furnish'd with the Qualifications above-mention'd in a good degree, I infer that if any person, who is not furnished with the Qualifications abovementioned in a good degree, pns11 vvb cst cs d n1, r-crq vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n2 j p-acp dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 24
255 and for want of them hath not been taught of God, shall yet take upon him to deny the truth of the Christian Religion, he is to be neglected as one that is no competent Judge in this dispute. and for want of them hath not been taught of God, shall yet take upon him to deny the truth of the Christian Religion, he is to be neglected as one that is no competent Judge in this dispute. cc p-acp n1 pp-f pno32 vhz xx vbn vvn pp-f np1, vmb av vvi p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1, pns31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pi cst vbz dx j n1 p-acp d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 24
256 Jesus Christ may be the Son of God, and the Saviour of Mankind, and his Religion may have had its original from Heaven, jesus christ may be the Son of God, and the Saviour of Mankind, and his Religion may have had its original from Heaven, np1 np1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, cc po31 n1 vmb vhi vhn po31 n-jn p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 24
257 as we Christians profess heartily to believe, for any thing such a man knows, or can know to the contrary. as we Christians profess heartily to believe, for any thing such a man knows, or can know to the contrary. c-acp pns12 njpg2 vvb av-j pc-acp vvi, p-acp d n1 d dt n1 vvz, cc vmb vvi p-acp dt n-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 24
258 'Tis therefore remarkable what I hinted in the beginning of this discourse, that our blessed Saviour doth upon all occasions ascribe the unbelief of his Hearers to the indisposition of their tempers, to their pride and vain-glory, their sensuality and love of the present World, their ignorance of God and of the nature of Religion in general, to their affected blindness, It's Therefore remarkable what I hinted in the beginning of this discourse, that our blessed Saviour does upon all occasions ascribe the unbelief of his Hearers to the indisposition of their tempers, to their pride and vainglory, their sensuality and love of the present World, their ignorance of God and of the nature of Religion in general, to their affected blindness, pn31|vbz av j r-crq pns11 vvd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1, cst po12 j-vvn n1 vdz p-acp d n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, po32 n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1, po32 n1 pp-f np1 cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, p-acp po32 j-vvn n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 24
259 and the wilful hardness of their hearts; and the Apostles likewise do the same. and the wilful hardness of their hearts; and the Apostles likewise do the same. cc dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2; cc dt n2 av vdb dt d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 24
260 And in like manner, if Infidelity has prevail'd in a high degree in the Age and Nation in which we live, we may by a very little observation find out the true grounds and reasons of it. And in like manner, if Infidelity has prevailed in a high degree in the Age and nation in which we live, we may by a very little observation find out the true grounds and Reasons of it. cc p-acp j n1, cs n1 vhz vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb, pns12 vmb p-acp dt j j n1 vvi av dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 24
261 A considerable number of those who reject Christianity, do at the same time openly express their contempt of all Religion in general; A considerable number of those who reject Christianity, do At the same time openly express their contempt of all Religion in general; dt j n1 pp-f d r-crq vvb np1, vdb p-acp dt d n1 av-j vvi po32 n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 24
262 and not only so, but even of every thing that is serious and of weight in humane life. and not only so, but even of every thing that is serious and of weight in humane life. cc xx av-j av, cc-acp av pp-f d n1 cst vbz j cc pp-f n1 p-acp j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 24
263 They are men of light and inconsiderate tempers, who very hardly admit of any serious thoughts even about the common affairs of the World; They Are men of Light and inconsiderate tempers, who very hardly admit of any serious thoughts even about the Common affairs of the World; pns32 vbr n2 pp-f n1 cc j n2, r-crq av av vvi pp-f d j n2 av p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 24
264 Such whose time is wasted in sport and luxury, who have never improv'd or exercised their higher Faculties, according to the design of their Natures, Such whose time is wasted in sport and luxury, who have never improved or exercised their higher Faculties, according to the Design of their Nature's, d rg-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq vhb av vvn cc vvn po32 jc n2, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 25
265 nor furnish'd their Heads with any solid materials to think upon. There are others who are not it may be altogether so airy and unthinking; nor furnished their Heads with any solid materials to think upon. There Are Others who Are not it may be altogether so airy and unthinking; ccx vvn po32 n2 p-acp d j n2-jn pc-acp vvi p-acp. pc-acp vbr n2-jn r-crq vbr xx pn31 vmb vbi av av j cc j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 25
266 but yet being throughly vitious, violently addicted to the gratifying their sensual Inclinations, or deeply engag'd in the love and pursuit of this vain World, however serious and compos'd they may sometimes be, but yet being thoroughly vicious, violently addicted to the gratifying their sensual Inclinations, or deeply engaged in the love and pursuit of this vain World, however serious and composed they may sometime be, cc-acp av vbg av-j j, av-j vvn p-acp dt vvg po32 j n2, cc av-jn vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n1, c-acp j cc vvn pns32 vmb av vbi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 25
267 when they concern themselves about secular affairs, they put the thoughts of God and Religion far from them; when they concern themselves about secular affairs, they put the thoughts of God and Religion Far from them; c-crq pns32 vvb px32 p-acp j n2, pns32 vvd dt n2 pp-f np1 cc n1 av-j p-acp pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 25
268 as creating uneasiness to their Minds, disturbing and interrupting them in their Enjoyments, and raising continual scruples and doubts and fears within them. as creating uneasiness to their Minds, disturbing and interrupting them in their Enjoyments, and raising continual scruples and doubts and fears within them. c-acp vvg n1 p-acp po32 n2, vvg cc vvg pno32 p-acp po32 n2, cc vvg j n2 cc n2 cc n2 p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 25
269 There are some few besides, not to be reduc'd to either of the former ranks, who yet by their supercilious, There Are Some few beside, not to be reduced to either of the former ranks, who yet by their supercilious, pc-acp vbr d d a-acp, xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d pp-f dt j n2, r-crq av p-acp po32 j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 25
270 and scornful way of treating reveal'd Religion, discover such a degree of haughtiness and self-conceit, such a vain opinion of their own Understandings and ways of thinking, and scornful Way of treating revealed Religion, discover such a degree of haughtiness and self-conceit, such a vain opinion of their own Understandings and ways of thinking, cc j n1 pp-f vvg vvd n1, vvb d dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, d dt j n1 pp-f po32 d n2 cc n2 pp-f vvg, (4) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 25
271 and such a scorn and difdain with respect to all that shall presume to differ from them, and such a scorn and difdain with respect to all that shall presume to differ from them, cc d dt n1 cc vvi p-acp n1 p-acp d cst vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 25
272 as plainly shews them not at all to be under the government of that Religion which is natural. as plainly shows them not At all to be under the government of that Religion which is natural. c-acp av-j vvz pno32 xx p-acp d pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq vbz j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 25
273 Now whenever the Question is concerning the truth of Christianity, it cannot with any shew of reason be referr'd to these mens Judgments. Now whenever the Question is Concerning the truth of Christianity, it cannot with any show of reason be referred to these men's Judgments. av av dt n1 vbz vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vmbx p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 vbb vvn p-acp d ng2 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 25
274 They are either wholly unconcern'd in the matter, or too evidently prejudic'd to judge impartially; They Are either wholly unconcerned in the matter, or too evidently prejudiced to judge impartially; pns32 vbr av-d av-jn vvn p-acp dt n1, cc av av-j vvn pc-acp vvi av-j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 25
275 so that there lies an Appeal from them to the more serious, modest, humble and honest part of Mankind. so that there lies an Appeal from them to the more serious, modest, humble and honest part of Mankind. av cst a-acp vvz dt n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt av-dc j, j, j cc j n1 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 25
276 1 TIM. I. 15. 1 TIM. I. 15. crd n1. np1 crd (5) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 3
277 This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the World, to save Sinners, — This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that christ jesus Come into the World, to save Sinners, — d vbz dt j n-vvg, cc j pp-f d n1, cst np1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi n2, — (5) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 3
278 THESE Words are the more remarkable to our present purpose, because they were written by one, who, THESE Words Are the more remarkable to our present purpose, Because they were written by one, who, d n2 vbr dt av-dc j p-acp po12 j n1, c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp crd, r-crq, (5) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 3
279 as himself tells us, had been before a Blasphemer, and a Persecutor, and injurious; as himself tells us, had been before a Blasphemer, and a Persecutor, and injurious; c-acp px31 vvz pno12, vhd vbn p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, cc j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 3
280 that is, he had bitterly inveighed against the Christian Profession, and 'tis very probable had spoken ill of its divine Author; that is, he had bitterly inveighed against the Christian Profession, and it's very probable had spoken ill of its divine Author; cst vbz, pns31 vhd av-j vvd p-acp dt njp n1, cc pn31|vbz av j vhd vvn j-jn pp-f po31 j-jn n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 3
281 'tis certain he had vex'd and persecuted the Disciples of Jesus in a most grievous manner: it's certain he had vexed and persecuted the Disciples of jesus in a most grievous manner: pn31|vbz j pns31 vhd vvn cc vvn dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt av-ds j n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 3
282 and yet after all this was thorowly convinc'd of the Truth and Excellency of the Christian Revelation, and yet After all this was thoroughly convinced of the Truth and Excellency of the Christian Revelation, cc av p-acp d d vbds av-j vvd pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt njp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 3
283 and was not only so honest as to own this his Conviction upon all occasions, but endeavour'd also to make what reparation he could to the honour of our Lord, and was not only so honest as to own this his Conviction upon all occasions, but endeavoured also to make what reparation he could to the honour of our Lord, cc vbds xx av-j av j c-acp pc-acp vvi d po31 n1 p-acp d n2, cc-acp vvd av pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 pns31 vmd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 3
284 and his injur'd Disciples, by a zealous preaching and promoting this Religion in the World. and his injured Disciples, by a zealous preaching and promoting this Religion in the World. cc po31 j-vvn n2, p-acp dt j vvg cc j-vvg d n1 p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 3
285 Where by the way it may not be unseasonable to remark, that whatsoever injuries he had done to our Lord, his Doctrine, Where by the Way it may not be unseasonable to remark, that whatsoever injuries he had done to our Lord, his Doctrine, c-crq p-acp dt n1 pn31 vmb xx vbi j p-acp n1, cst r-crq n2 pns31 vhd vdn p-acp po12 n1, po31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 3
286 or his Followers, had been the Effect of Ignorance and Ʋnbelief; nay, he verily thought with himself that he ought to do what he did, being strongly prejudiced from the Principles he had imbib'd by his Education. or his Followers, had been the Effect of Ignorance and Ʋnbelief; nay, he verily Thought with himself that he ought to do what he did, being strongly prejudiced from the Principles he had imbibed by his Education. cc po31 n2, vhd vbn dt vvb pp-f n1 cc n1; uh, pns31 av-j vvd p-acp px31 cst pns31 vmd pc-acp vdi r-crq pns31 vdd, vbg av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 pns31 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 4
287 He was not a man that acted against the present Judgment and Conviction of his own Mind: He was not a man that acted against the present Judgement and Conviction of his own Mind: pns31 vbds xx dt n1 cst vvd p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 d n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 4
288 on the contrary, as he elsewhere tells the great Council of the Jews, he had liv'd in all good Conscience before God. on the contrary, as he elsewhere tells the great Council of the jews, he had lived in all good Conscience before God. p-acp dt n-jn, c-acp pns31 av vvz dt j n1 pp-f dt np2, pns31 vhd vvd p-acp d j n1 p-acp np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 4
289 His Conscience indeed had been grosly misinform'd, with respect to the m•tter of Christianity, and in that respect not good; but what he means is, that he acted according to his then present Perswasion; His Conscience indeed had been grossly misinformed, with respect to the m•tter of Christianity, and in that respect not good; but what he means is, that he acted according to his then present Persuasion; po31 n1 av vhd vbn av-j vvn, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp d n1 xx j; p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz vbz, cst pns31 vvd vvg p-acp po31 av j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 4
290 and therefore he says, he obtained Mercy; and Therefore he Says, he obtained Mercy; cc av pns31 vvz, pns31 vvd n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 4
291 because he did it ignorantly, in unbelief; which I take notice of partly as an Admonition to all of us, to beware how we indulge any kind of Prejudices, whereby our Judgments may be byassed in our Inquiries after Truth; Because he did it ignorantly, in unbelief; which I take notice of partly as an Admonition to all of us, to beware how we indulge any kind of Prejudices, whereby our Judgments may be biased in our Inquiries After Truth; c-acp pns31 vdd pn31 av-j, p-acp n1; r-crq pns11 vvb n1 pp-f av c-acp dt n1 p-acp d pp-f pno12, pc-acp vvi c-crq pns12 vvb d n1 pp-f n2, c-crq po12 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2 p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 4
292 seeing this otherwise welldispos'd Man was, meerly from the force of Prejudices unwarily receiv'd, kept off from embracing Christianity, seeing this otherwise welldisposed Man was, merely from the force of Prejudices unwarily received, kept off from embracing Christianity, vvg d av j n1 vbds, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 av-j vvn, vvd a-acp p-acp vvg np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 4
293 nay put upon doing very unwarrantable and evil things: nay put upon doing very unwarrantable and evil things: uh-x vvb p-acp vdg av j cc j-jn n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 4
294 but especially I mention this as a serious Warning to such, as shall in any degree act against their Consciences, those who knowingly and wilfully allow themselves in any Vice, presuming to contradict the plain Rules of Natural Religion, but especially I mention this as a serious Warning to such, as shall in any degree act against their Consciences, those who knowingly and wilfully allow themselves in any Vice, presuming to contradict the plain Rules of Natural Religion, cc-acp av-j pns11 vvb d c-acp dt j vvg p-acp d, c-acp vmb p-acp d n1 vvi p-acp po32 n2, d r-crq av-vvg cc av-j vvi px32 p-acp d n1, vvg pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 4
295 even such as they cannot but allow to be so. even such as they cannot but allow to be so. av d c-acp pns32 vmbx p-acp vvi pc-acp vbi av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 4
296 Had St. Paul done thus in his state of Judaism, we have reason to conclude, from what he says of himself, that in all likelyhood he had not obtain'd that Mercy, whereby he became a Christian. But to proceed. Had Saint Paul done thus in his state of Judaism, we have reason to conclude, from what he Says of himself, that in all likelihood he had not obtained that Mercy, whereby he became a Christian. But to proceed. vhd n1 np1 vdi av p-acp po31 n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pp-f px31, cst p-acp d n1 pns31 vhd xx vvn cst n1, c-crq pns31 vvd dt njp. p-acp pc-acp vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 4
297 St. Paul being a Person, on whom God thought it fit to bestow a Miracle, to conquer the Prejudices he lay under, Saint Paul being a Person, on whom God Thought it fit to bestow a Miracle, to conquer the Prejudices he lay under, n1 np1 vbg dt n1, p-acp ro-crq np1 vvd pn31 j pc-acp vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pns31 vvd p-acp, (5) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 5
298 and being by that means thorowly convinc'd of his former Error, and of the Truth of Christianity, he had from that time forward a very warm sense of the Goodness and Mercy of God, both to himself in particular, and being by that means thoroughly convinced of his former Error, and of the Truth of Christianity, he had from that time forward a very warm sense of the goodness and Mercy of God, both to himself in particular, cc vbg p-acp d n2 av-j vvd pp-f po31 j n1, cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vhd p-acp d n1 av-j dt j j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, av-d p-acp px31 p-acp j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 5
299 and to Sinners in general, in appointing this admirable Method for our Salvation, which he expresseth very emphatically in the words of my Text, This is a faithful saying, and to Sinners in general, in appointing this admirable Method for our Salvation, which he Expresses very emphatically in the words of my Text, This is a faithful saying, cc p-acp n2 p-acp n1, p-acp vvg d j n1 p-acp po12 n1, r-crq pns31 vvz av av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, d vbz dt j n-vvg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 5
300 and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save Sinners; of whom, says he, I am chief. and worthy of all acceptation, that christ jesus Come into the world to save Sinners; of whom, Says he, I am chief. cc j pp-f d n1, cst np1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2; pp-f ro-crq, vvz pns31, pns11 vbm j-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 5
301 And were we all but as deeply sensible of the evil and danger of Sin, And were we all but as deeply sensible of the evil and danger of since, cc vbdr pns12 d p-acp a-acp av-jn j pp-f dt j-jn cc n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 5
302 and of the wretchedness of our state consider'd as Sinners, as our Apostle was, we should have the very same apprehensions concerning the Salvation offer'd to us by Jesus Christ, which he had. and of the wretchedness of our state considered as Sinners, as our Apostle was, we should have the very same apprehensions Concerning the Salvation offered to us by jesus christ, which he had. cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvn p-acp n2, c-acp po12 n1 vbds, pns12 vmd vhi dt av d n2 vvg dt n1 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp np1 np1, r-crq pns31 vhd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 5
303 This is a faithful saying, NONLATINALPHABET, 'tis a true saying, of which we have certain and unquestionable Evidence of various kinds; This is a faithful saying,, it's a true saying, of which we have certain and unquestionable Evidence of various Kinds; d vbz dt j n-vvg,, pn31|vbz dt j n-vvg, pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb j cc j n1 pp-f j n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 5
304 and worthy of all acceptation, NONLATINALPHABET, that is, 'tis not only evidently true; and worthy of all acceptation,, that is, it's not only evidently true; cc j pp-f d n1,, cst vbz, pn31|vbz xx av-j av-j j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 5
305 but 'tis moreover what we ought to receive with all readiness and thankfulness, admiring and adoring the divine Goodness therein exprest towards the Children of Men, but it's moreover what we ought to receive with all readiness and thankfulness, admiring and adoring the divine goodness therein expressed towards the Children of Men, cc-acp pn31|vbz av r-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 cc n1, vvg cc vvg dt j-jn n1 av vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 5
306 and congratulating one with another upon account of the Benefits we receive thereby, entertaining what God hath thus reveal'd to us with most grateful and joyful hearts. and congratulating one with Another upon account of the Benefits we receive thereby, entertaining what God hath thus revealed to us with most grateful and joyful hearts. cc vvg pi p-acp j-jn p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2 pns12 vvb av, vvg r-crq np1 vhz av vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp ds j cc j n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 5
307 That Christ Jesus came into the world, to save Sinners; This is the saying which the Apostle so highly magnifies, and recommends to our acceptance, That christ jesus Come into the world, to save Sinners; This is the saying which the Apostle so highly Magnifies, and recommends to our acceptance, cst np1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi n2; d vbz dt vvg r-crq dt n1 av av-j vvz, cc vvz p-acp po12 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 5
308 and which is the summe of the Christian Revelation, that the only-begotten Son of God appear'd in Humane Nature, in order to the saving the apostate Children of Men; and which is the sum of the Christian Revelation, that the only-begotten Son of God appeared in Humane Nature, in order to the Saving the apostate Children of Men; cc r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1, cst dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp j n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg dt n1 n2 pp-f n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 6
309 that is, to the delivering them from the guilt and the power of their Sins, and the confering upon them all that Happiness which their Nature is capable of. that is, to the delivering them from the guilt and the power of their Sins, and the conferring upon them all that Happiness which their Nature is capable of. d vbz, p-acp dt vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc dt vvg p-acp pno32 d cst n1 r-crq po32 n1 vbz j pp-f. (5) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 6
310 My business in treating on this Argument will be, by God's assistance, to make good this Assertion, by such Evidence as is fit to be offer'd to one who antecedently believes the Being of God, My business in treating on this Argument will be, by God's assistance, to make good this Assertion, by such Evidence as is fit to be offered to one who antecedently believes the Being of God, po11 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp d n1 vmb vbi, p-acp npg1 n1, pc-acp vvi j d n1, p-acp d n1 c-acp vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pi r-crq av-j vvz dt vbg pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 6
311 and his Providence, and hath his internal sense exercised to discern Moral good and evil. and his Providence, and hath his internal sense exercised to discern Moral good and evil. cc po31 n1, cc vhz po31 j n1 vvn pc-acp vvi j j cc j-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 6
312 Now the Truth of this saying, and its Worthiness to be receiv'd by us must appear, either by the intrinsick Evidence which it carries along with it, I mean the Credibility of the thing it self: Now the Truth of this saying, and its Worthiness to be received by us must appear, either by the intrinsic Evidence which it carries along with it, I mean the Credibility of the thing it self: av dt n1 pp-f d vvg, cc po31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12 vmb vvi, av-d p-acp dt j n1 r-crq pn31 vvz a-acp p-acp pn31, pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 6
313 or the external Attestation which hath been given to it, both which are included in this Expression, Faithful, and worthy of all acceptation. or the external Attestation which hath been given to it, both which Are included in this Expression, Faithful, and worthy of all acceptation. cc dt j n1 r-crq vhz vbn vvn p-acp pn31, d r-crq vbr vvd p-acp d n1, j, cc j pp-f d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 6
314 'Tis highly worthy of God, and exceedingly Beneficial to us his Creatures, and upon both accounts credible: It's highly worthy of God, and exceedingly Beneficial to us his Creatures, and upon both accounts credible: pn31|vbz av-j j pp-f np1, cc av-vvg j p-acp pno12 po31 n2, cc p-acp d n2 j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 6
315 'tis also sufficiently attested from without, which still increases its Credibility. The Attestation it hath receiv'd from without, viz. from Prophecies compar'd with Events; it's also sufficiently attested from without, which still increases its Credibility. The Attestation it hath received from without, viz. from Prophecies compared with Events; pn31|vbz av av-j vvn p-acp p-acp, r-crq av vvz po31 n1. dt n1 pn31 vhz vvn p-acp p-acp, n1 p-acp n2 vvn p-acp n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 6
316 from Miracles wrought in confirmation of it; from Miracles wrought in confirmation of it; p-acp n2 vvn p-acp n1 pp-f pn31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 6
317 from the surprizing success of its being publish'd to the World, is of great use, both for the exciting Men seriously to consider it, from the surprising success of its being published to the World, is of great use, both for the exciting Men seriously to Consider it, p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f po31 vbg vvn p-acp dt n1, vbz pp-f j n1, av-d p-acp dt j n2 av-j pc-acp vvi pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 6
318 and the perswading them to believe it; and the persuading them to believe it; cc dt vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi pn31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 6
319 and that the rather, because it must be own'd, that there are some particulars within the compass of the Christian Revelation, and that the rather, Because it must be owned, that there Are Some particulars within the compass of the Christian Revelation, cc cst dt av-c, c-acp pn31 vmb vbi j-vvn, cst a-acp vbr d n2-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 7
320 and some circumstances attending it, which we could not have thought of our selves, and which we are not able fully to comprehend or to account for, and Some Circumstances attending it, which we could not have Thought of our selves, and which we Are not able Fully to comprehend or to account for, cc d n2 vvg pn31, r-crq pns12 vmd xx vhi vvn pp-f po12 n2, cc r-crq pns12 vbr xx j av-j pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi p-acp, (5) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 7
321 even after they are in part discover'd; even After they Are in part discovered; av c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp n1 vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 7
322 but must submit our Faith to the Declaration of Almighty God, as it is very fit that a Creature should submit it self in all things to its Maker. but must submit our Faith to the Declaration of Almighty God, as it is very fit that a Creature should submit it self in all things to its Maker. cc-acp vmb vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn np1, c-acp pn31 vbz av j cst dt n1 vmd vvi pn31 n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 7
323 Besides that there may be some Doctrines which may thwart the commonly receiv'd Prejudices of Mankind, Beside that there may be Some Doctrines which may thwart the commonly received Prejudices of Mankind, p-acp cst a-acp vmb vbi d n2 r-crq vmb vvi dt av-j vvd n2 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 7
324 and may therefore require something more than their meer internal Evidence, at least at first, to awaken Men to a thorow and impartial Consideration of them. and may Therefore require something more than their mere internal Evidence, At least At First, to awaken Men to a thorough and impartial Consideration of them. cc vmb av vvi pi dc cs po32 j j n1, p-acp ds p-acp ord, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 7
325 But yet forasmuch as I am verily perswaded, that God never did, and that he is so Good, that he never will or can give any external Attestation to what directly contradicts the Faculties he hath given us by Nature, But yet forasmuch as I am verily persuaded, that God never did, and that he is so Good, that he never will or can give any external Attestation to what directly contradicts the Faculties he hath given us by Nature, p-acp av av c-acp pns11 vbm av-j vvn, cst np1 av-x vdd, cc cst pns31 vbz av j, cst pns31 av-x vmb cc vmb vvi d j n1 p-acp r-crq av-j vvz dt n2 pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 7
326 nay not to any thing, but what if thorowly and impartially consider'd will in the main appear in its own nature reasonable and credible, I shall therefore begin with the intrinsick Evidence of the Assertion in our Text, shewing from the Nature and Reason of what is here affirm'd, that it is a credible Saying, every way worthy of God, nay not to any thing, but what if thoroughly and impartially considered will in the main appear in its own nature reasonable and credible, I shall Therefore begin with the intrinsic Evidence of the Assertion in our Text, showing from the Nature and Reason of what is Here affirmed, that it is a credible Saying, every Way worthy of God, uh-x xx p-acp d n1, cc-acp q-crq cs av-j cc av-j vvn n1 p-acp dt n1 vvb p-acp po31 d n1 j cc j, pns11 vmb av vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po12 n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f r-crq vbz av vvn, cst pn31 vbz dt j vvg, d n1 j pp-f np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 7
327 and very fit to be most readily entertain'd by us, that Christ Jesus came into the World to save Sinners. and very fit to be most readily entertained by us, that christ jesus Come into the World to save Sinners. cc av j pc-acp vbi av-ds av-j vvn p-acp pno12, cst np1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 7
328 In doing this, the Text will lead me into a proper Method, by offering to our Consideration these three general heads, viz. In doing this, the Text will led me into a proper Method, by offering to our Consideration these three general Heads, viz. p-acp vdg d, dt n1 vmb vvi pno11 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp vvg p-acp po12 n1 d crd j n2, n1 (5) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 8
329 Who the Persons are, whom Christ Jesus came to save. What kind of Salvation he proposeth to them. Who the Persons Are, whom christ jesus Come to save. What kind of Salvation he Proposeth to them. r-crq dt n2 vbr, ro-crq np1 np1 vvd pc-acp vvi. q-crq n1 pp-f n1 pns31 vvz p-acp pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 8
330 In what way and manner he hath, by his coming into the World, wrought out this Salvation for them. In what Way and manner he hath, by his coming into the World, wrought out this Salvation for them. p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 pns31 vhz, p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp dt n1, vvd av d n1 p-acp pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 8
331 The last of these will take up a considerable part of my following Lectures, wherein I shall indeavour to shew the admirable contrivance and suitableness of this Method of our Salvation. The last of these will take up a considerable part of my following Lectures, wherein I shall endeavour to show the admirable contrivance and suitableness of this Method of our Salvation. dt ord pp-f d vmb vvi a-acp dt j n1 pp-f po11 j-vvg n2, c-crq pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f po12 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 8
332 But as a foundation to this, I think it necessary to discourse first of the other two, and that as briefly and plainly as I can. But as a Foundation to this, I think it necessary to discourse First of the other two, and that as briefly and plainly as I can. cc-acp c-acp dt n1 p-acp d, pns11 vvb pn31 j pc-acp vvi ord pp-f dt j-jn crd, cc d c-acp av-j cc av-j c-acp pns11 vmb. (5) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 8
333 I begin with the first, viz. to consider who the Persons are, whom Christ Jesus came to save. I begin with the First, viz. to Consider who the Persons Are, whom christ jesus Come to save. pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord, n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq dt n2 vbr, ro-crq np1 np1 vvd pc-acp vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 8
334 The Apostle calls them Sinners; that is in other words, They are Men, Creatures compos'd of reasonable Souls, The Apostle calls them Sinners; that is in other words, They Are Men, Creatures composed of reasonable Souls, dt n1 vvz pno32 n2; cst vbz p-acp j-jn n2, pns32 vbr n2, n2 vvn pp-f j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 8
335 and Bodies of Flesh, who were formed after the Image of God, and were innocent and upright as they came out of his hands; and Bodies of Flesh, who were formed After the Image of God, and were innocent and upright as they Come out of his hands; cc n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vbdr j-jn cc av-j c-acp pns32 vvd av pp-f po31 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 8
336 but had apostatized from their Maker, violating their Allegiance to him, and thereby disordering their Natures, but had apostatized from their Maker, violating their Allegiance to him, and thereby disordering their Nature's, cc-acp vhd vvn p-acp po32 n1, vvg po32 n1 p-acp pno31, cc av vvg po32 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 8
337 and exposing themselves to the just displeasure of God, with the miserable effects and consequences thereof. and exposing themselves to the just displeasure of God, with the miserable effects and consequences thereof. cc vvg px32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 8
338 Now I think it may very much conduce to our present Design, to shew that these Creatures were really fit Objects of that exceeding great Concern and Tenderness express'd towards them by their Maker, through his Son Jesus Christ; Now I think it may very much conduce to our present Design, to show that these Creatures were really fit Objects of that exceeding great Concern and Tenderness expressed towards them by their Maker, through his Son jesus christ; av pns11 vvb pn31 vmb av av-d vvi p-acp po12 j n1, pc-acp vvi cst d n2 vbdr av-j j n2 pp-f d j-vvg j vvb cc n1 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n1, p-acp po31 n1 np1 np1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 8
339 that considering their original Constitution, together with the manner and the effect of their falling from it, it was highly becoming the good God thus to appear in their behalf. that considering their original Constitution, together with the manner and the Effect of their falling from it, it was highly becoming the good God thus to appear in their behalf. d vvg po32 j-jn n1, av p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n-vvg p-acp pn31, pn31 vbds av-j vvg dt j np1 av pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 9
340 It must be acknowledg'd, and why should we be shy of owning it? Nay we Christians justly glory in it, that the Method of our Salvation by the Gospel is the most surprizing thing that falls within the compass of humane thought. It must be acknowledged, and why should we be shy of owning it? Nay we Christians justly glory in it, that the Method of our Salvation by the Gospel is the most surprising thing that falls within the compass of humane Thought. pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cc q-crq vmd pns12 vbi j pp-f vvg pn31? uh-x pns12 njpg2 av-j n1 p-acp pn31, cst dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz dt av-ds j-vvg n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 9
341 'Tis what, before its Revelation, Eye had not seen, nor Ear heard, neither had it enter'd into the Heart of Man. 'Tis what the Prophets, before our Lord's Incarnation, inquir'd and search'd diligently into. It's what, before its Revelation, Eye had not seen, nor Ear herd, neither had it entered into the Heart of Man. It's what the prophets, before our Lord's Incarnation, inquired and searched diligently into. pn31|vbz q-crq, p-acp po31 n1, n1 vhd xx vvn, ccx n1 vvn, av-dx vhd pn31 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pn31|vbz q-crq dt n2, p-acp po12 ng1 n1, vvd cc vvd av-j p-acp. (5) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 9
342 'Tis what, since the Incarnation, the Angels themselves with great curiosity and admiration desire earnestly to pry into. It's what, since the Incarnation, the Angels themselves with great curiosity and admiration desire earnestly to pry into. pn31|vbz q-crq, c-acp dt n1, dt n2 px32 p-acp j n1 cc n1 vvb av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp. (5) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 9
343 'Tis what the meer natural Man doth not receive, and is not at all dispos'd to know; nay what he is apt to account foolishness. 'Tis what even to the Saints, or real Christians, hath its breadth and length, and depth and heigth, expressing and testifying a Love which passeth knowledge. It's what the mere natural Man does not receive, and is not At all disposed to know; nay what he is apt to account foolishness. It's what even to the Saints, or real Christians, hath its breadth and length, and depth and heighth, expressing and testifying a Love which passes knowledge. pn31|vbz q-crq dt j j n1 vdz xx vvi, cc vbz xx p-acp d vvn pc-acp vvi; uh q-crq pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi n1. pn31|vbz q-crq av p-acp dt n2, cc j np1, vhz po31 n1 cc n1, cc n1 cc n1, vvg cc vvg dt n1 r-crq vvz n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 9
344 We may as oft as we think of it, in a just sense of our infinite distance from God, We may as oft as we think of it, in a just sense of our infinite distance from God, pns12 vmb a-acp av c-acp pns12 vvb pp-f pn31, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 j n1 p-acp np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 9
345 well cry out with the Psalmist, Lord! what is Man, that thou art mindful of him; well cry out with the Psalmist, Lord! what is Man, that thou art mindful of him; av vvb av p-acp dt n1, n1! q-crq vbz n1, cst pns21 vb2r j pp-f pno31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 9
346 and the son of Man, that thou thus visitest him! and the son of Man, that thou thus visitest him! cc dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns21 av js pno31! (5) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 9
347 The truth is, there is nothing which at first view renders Christianity so incredible, as the boundless and unconceivable Condescension and Love of God exprest thereby. The truth is, there is nothing which At First view renders Christianity so incredible, as the boundless and unconceivable Condescension and Love of God expressed thereby. dt n1 vbz, pc-acp vbz pix r-crq p-acp ord n1 vvz np1 av j, c-acp dt j cc j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvd av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 9
348 But if on the other hand we take into Consideration, that the Goodness of God is infinite, like his other Attributes; But if on the other hand we take into Consideration, that the goodness of God is infinite, like his other Attributes; cc-acp cs p-acp dt j-jn n1 pns12 vvb p-acp n1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j, av-j po31 j-jn n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 9
349 if we remember that his thoughts are not our thoughts, nor our ways his ways: if we Remember that his thoughts Are not our thoughts, nor our ways his ways: cs pns12 vvb d po31 n2 vbr xx po12 n2, ccx po12 n2 po31 n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 9
350 but that, as the Heavens are higher than the Earth, so •re his ways higher than our ways, but that, as the Heavens Are higher than the Earth, so •re his ways higher than our ways, p-acp d, c-acp dt n2 vbr jc cs dt n1, av vbr po31 n2 jc cs po12 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 10
351 and his thoughts th•n our thoughts; and his thoughts th•n our thoughts; cc po31 n2 vvb po12 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 10
352 if we call to mind what he himself hath told us in his Word, and what our own Reason readily subscribes to, that like as a Father pi•yeth his Children, if we call to mind what he himself hath told us in his Word, and what our own Reason readily subscribes to, that like as a Father pi•yeth his Children, cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 px31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp po31 n1, cc q-crq po12 d n1 av-j vvz p-acp, cst av-j p-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 10
353 so the Lord pityeth us his Creatures; that he knoweth our frame, he remembereth that we are dust; so the Lord pityeth us his Creatures; that he Knoweth our frame, he remembereth that we Are dust; av dt n1 vvz pno12 po31 n2; d pns31 vvz po12 n1, pns31 vvz cst pns12 vbr n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 10
354 if we take in all that is proper to be thought of upon this Argument, both concerning God and Man, we shall then be forc'd to acknowledge, that Sinners were a proper Object of the Divine Care and Compassion in this extraordin•ry manner. if we take in all that is proper to be Thought of upon this Argument, both Concerning God and Man, we shall then be forced to acknowledge, that Sinners were a proper Object of the Divine Care and Compassion in this extraordin•ry manner. cs pns12 vvb p-acp d cst vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f p-acp d n1, d vvg np1 cc n1, pns12 vmb av vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, cst n2 vbdr dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp d j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 10
355 Let us therefore take a distinct view of the Pers•ns to be saved by Jesus Christ, both as they are Men, and as they are Sinners. As they are Men. Let us Therefore take a distinct view of the Pers•ns to be saved by jesus christ, both as they Are Men, and as they Are Sinners. As they Are Men. vvb pno12 av vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt njp2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 np1, d c-acp pns32 vbr n2, cc c-acp pns32 vbr n2. c-acp pns32 vbr n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 10
356 'Tis an unworthy thought of God, to suspect that he should disregard any thing which he thought fit to make. It's an unworthy Thought of God, to suspect that he should disregard any thing which he Thought fit to make. pn31|vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vmd n1 d n1 r-crq pns31 vvd j pc-acp vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 10
357 The giving Being to Creatures was without all doubt the effect of his meer •ounty, The giving Being to Creatures was without all doubt the Effect of his mere •ounty, dt vvg vbg p-acp n2 vbds p-acp d n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 10
358 because he is Good, and taketh pleasure in doing Good; and the very same motive which induced him to make any Creature, must in all Reason be suppos'd to prevail with him, to take care of it according to the Nature he hath given it. Because he is Good, and Takes pleasure in doing Good; and the very same motive which induced him to make any Creature, must in all Reason be supposed to prevail with him, to take care of it according to the Nature he hath given it. c-acp pns31 vbz j, cc vvz n1 p-acp vdg j; cc dt j d n1 r-crq vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi d n1, vmb p-acp d n1 vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f pn31 vvg p-acp dt n1 pns31 vhz vvn pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 10
359 Now of all the Creatures in this lower World, there are none that pretend to vye with Man, Now of all the Creatures in this lower World, there Are none that pretend to vie with Man, av pp-f d dt n2 p-acp d jc n1, pc-acp vbr pix cst vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 10
360 for excellency and dignity of Nature: nay if we consider Humane Nature thorowly, we shall find it endued with such Faculties, for excellency and dignity of Nature: nay if we Consider Humane Nature thoroughly, we shall find it endued with such Faculties, p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1: uh-x cs pns12 vvb j n1 av-j, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 vvn p-acp d n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 10
361 as that we cannot conceive there are any Creatures more excellent in kind, though in degree there may, in the Regions above. as that we cannot conceive there Are any Creatures more excellent in kind, though in degree there may, in the Regions above. c-acp cst pns12 vmbx vvi pc-acp vbr d n2 av-dc j p-acp n1, cs p-acp n1 a-acp vmb, p-acp dt n2 a-acp. (5) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 10
362 Men have Bodies indeed form'd out of the Dust of the Earth, like the other Animals that dwell upon Earth, Men have Bodies indeed formed out of the Dust of the Earth, like the other Animals that dwell upon Earth, n2 vhb n2 av vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av-j dt j-jn n2 cst vvb p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 11
363 though in Shape and Portraiture more noble much than any of them: though in Shape and Portraiture more noble much than any of them: cs p-acp vvb cc n1 av-dc j av-d cs d pp-f pno32: (5) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 11
364 but with respect to their Souls, they are made a little lower than the Angels, being created in the Image, and after the likeness of God, as Moses expresseth it. but with respect to their Souls, they Are made a little lower than the Angels, being created in the Image, and After the likeness of God, as Moses Expresses it. cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vbr vvn dt j av-jc cs dt n2, vbg vvn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp np1 vvz pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 11
365 And of this we may be satisfied, besides the Testimony of Moses and the Psalmist, by viewing our selves, And of this we may be satisfied, beside the Testimony of Moses and the Psalmist, by viewing our selves, cc pp-f d pns12 vmb vbi vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n1, p-acp vvg po12 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 11
366 and observing the present Ruins of a once more stately Fabrick. and observing the present Ruins of a once more stately Fabric. cc vvg dt j n2 pp-f dt a-acp av-dc j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 11
367 The Resemblance of our Maker appears evidently in our Natural Faculties, and much more in our Moral. The Resemblance of our Maker appears evidently in our Natural Faculties, and much more in our Moral. dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvz av-j p-acp po12 j n2, cc av-d av-dc p-acp po12 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 11
368 Our Souls are invisible indeed, but evidently manifest their Being by their various Operations. Our Souls Are invisible indeed, but evidently manifest their Being by their various Operations. po12 n2 vbr j av, cc-acp av-j vvi po32 vbg p-acp po32 j n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 11
369 They inhabit these Bodies in such manner, as to influence and govern every part of them. They inhabit these Bodies in such manner, as to influence and govern every part of them. pns32 vvb d n2 p-acp d n1, c-acp p-acp n1 cc vvi d n1 pp-f pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 11
370 They do at pleasure move each Joint and Limb, nay the whole Body at once, without difficulty, in a moment, They do At pleasure move each Joint and Limb, nay the Whole Body At once, without difficulty, in a moment, pns32 vdb p-acp n1 vvi d n1 cc n1, uh-x dt j-jn n1 p-acp a-acp, p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 11
371 and by the power of a single thought. and by the power of a single Thought. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 11
372 They not only manage the Tab•nacles they dwell in, but by their means also have communication with a world of Beings without them. They not only manage the Tab•nacles they dwell in, but by their means also have communication with a world of Beings without them. pns32 xx av-j vvi dt n2 pns32 vvb p-acp, cc-acp p-acp po32 n2 av vhb n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 11
373 By the mediation of the Senses they take in continual Notices from all the material Objects within a certain Sphere. By the mediation of the Senses they take in continual Notices from all the material Objects within a certain Sphere. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pns32 vvb p-acp j n2 p-acp d dt j-jn n2 p-acp dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 11
374 They see, and hear, and feel whatsoever makes a near approach to them, nay they reach to things at a vast distance from them. They see, and hear, and feel whatsoever makes a near approach to them, nay they reach to things At a vast distance from them. pns32 vvb, cc vvi, cc vvb r-crq vvz dt j n1 p-acp pno32, uh-x pns32 vvb p-acp n2 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 11
375 They do not confine their Observations to the Earth and Air; They do not confine their Observations to the Earth and Air; pns32 vdb xx vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 11
376 but view at once the vast circumference of the Heavens, and pry into the Bodies that are plac'd in those distant Regions. but view At once the vast circumference of the Heavens, and pry into the Bodies that Are placed in those distant Regions. cc-acp vvb p-acp a-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2, cc vvi p-acp dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp d j n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 11
377 They not only receive and take in Notices by the mediation of the Senses; They not only receive and take in Notices by the mediation of the Senses; pns32 xx av-j vvi cc vvi p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 11
378 but form Ideas of their own of various kinds, inventing, compounding, dividing, either according to the nature of things, or at their own pleasure. but from Ideas of their own of various Kinds, inventing, compounding, dividing, either according to the nature of things, or At their own pleasure. p-acp n1 n2 pp-f po32 d pp-f j n2, vvg, vvg, vvg, av-d vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc p-acp po32 d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 12
379 They can reflect upon what is past, nay recollect what they have forgot, and foresee things yet to come. They can reflect upon what is past, nay recollect what they have forgotten, and foresee things yet to come. pns32 vmb vvi p-acp r-crq vbz j, uh-x vvb r-crq pns32 vhb vvn, cc vvi n2 av pc-acp vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 12
380 They can stretch and extend their thoughts till they are quite lost in the oceans of Immensity and Eternity. They can stretch and extend their thoughts till they Are quite lost in the ocean's of Immensity and Eternity. pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi po32 n2 c-acp pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 12
381 They acquaint themselves not only with the material part of the World, but the immaterial also. They acquaint themselves not only with the material part of the World, but the immaterial also. pns32 vvb px32 xx av-j p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp dt j av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 12
382 From contemplating themselves, they enlarge their thoughts to other Beings of the same kind. From contemplating themselves, they enlarge their thoughts to other Beings of the same kind. p-acp vvg px32, pns32 vvb po32 n2 p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f dt d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 12
383 They discern the Spirits of other Men through the veil of their Bodies, and find out and contemplate an unknown and innumerable number of Spiritual Natures, till at last they ascend to God himself, that infinite Spirit, who was the Maker and is the Preserver of all. They discern the Spirits of other Men through the veil of their Bodies, and find out and contemplate an unknown and innumerable number of Spiritual Nature's, till At last they ascend to God himself, that infinite Spirit, who was the Maker and is the Preserver of all. pns32 vvb dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc vvi av cc vvi dt j cc j n1 pp-f j n2, c-acp p-acp ord pns32 vvb p-acp np1 px31, cst j n1, r-crq vbds dt n1 cc vbz dt n1 pp-f d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 12
384 And here we are arrived at the top of their knowledge. And Here we Are arrived At the top of their knowledge. cc av pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 12
385 Not that the Souls of Men are able to comprehend the Nature of that first and most excellent Being; Not that the Souls of Men Are able to comprehend the Nature of that First and most excellent Being; xx d dt n2 pp-f n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f cst ord cc av-ds j vbg; (5) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 12
386 but they can make such discoveries of his Divine Perfections, as will naturally produce in them an high Admiration, a profound Reverence, but they can make such discoveries of his Divine Perfections, as will naturally produce in them an high Admiration, a profound reverence, cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi d n2 pp-f po31 j-jn n2, c-acp vmb av-j vvi p-acp pno32 dt j n1, dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 12
387 and an ardent Love towards the Deity, and will incline and dispose them to adore and serve him, to resign themselves to him, and an Ardent Love towards the Deity, and will incline and dispose them to adore and serve him, to resign themselves to him, cc dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vmb vvi cc vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31, pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp pno31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 12
388 and to yield a ready obedience to his Commands. and to yield a ready Obedience to his Commands. cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp po31 vvz. (5) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 12
389 And what those Commands are, the Soul is in some measure also capacitated to discern, infering its Duty from the consideration of its own nature, And what those Commands Are, the Soul is in Some measure also capacitated to discern, inferring its Duty from the consideration of its own nature, cc q-crq d vvz vbr, dt n1 vbz p-acp d n1 av vvn pc-acp vvi, vvg po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 12
390 and the relation it stands in to God, and to its fellow-creatures. and the Relation it Stands in to God, and to its fellowcreatures. cc dt n1 pn31 vvz p-acp p-acp np1, cc p-acp po31 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 12
391 And, which is yet an higher Perfection than meer Knowledge, the Souls of Men can perceive the Will of God, And, which is yet an higher Perfection than mere Knowledge, the Souls of Men can perceive the Will of God, cc, r-crq vbz av dt jc n1 cs j n1, dt n2 pp-f n2 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 13
392 and consequently their own Duty, from certain secret inclinations and propensions which they feel within themselves, and consequently their own Duty, from certain secret inclinations and propensions which they feel within themselves, cc av-j po32 d n1, p-acp j j-jn n2 cc n2 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp px32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 13
393 and of which they are apprehensive even in this degenerate state. and of which they Are apprehensive even in this degenerate state. cc pp-f r-crq pns32 vbr j av p-acp d j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 13
394 That natural regard to God, and looking towards him upon all Emergencies, that approbation of Justice and Kindness between Man and Man, especially that gratitude for benefits receiv'd, That natural regard to God, and looking towards him upon all Emergencies, that approbation of justice and Kindness between Man and Man, especially that gratitude for benefits received, cst j n1 p-acp np1, cc vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp d n2, cst n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, av-j d n1 p-acp n2 vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 13
395 and unavoidable commiseration towards miserable Objects, which are to be found in most Men, not debauch'd in a more than common degree, are plain and undeniable Instances of this kind, which will not be controverted by those to whom I am offering these Considerations, and unavoidable commiseration towards miserable Objects, which Are to be found in most Men, not debauched in a more than Common degree, Are plain and undeniable Instances of this kind, which will not be controverted by those to whom I am offering these Considerations, cc j n1 p-acp j n2, r-crq vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp ds n2, xx vvn p-acp dt av-dc cs j n1, vbr j cc j n2 pp-f d n1, r-crq vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns11 vbm vvg d n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 13
396 and for which I may be allow'd to appeal to the far greater part of Mankind. and for which I may be allowed to appeal to the Far greater part of Mankind. cc p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt av-j jc n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 13
397 And I question not, but the like might be observ'd, as to most other plain and considerable instances of Moral Vertue. And I question not, but the like might be observed, as to most other plain and considerable instances of Moral Virtue. cc pns11 vvb xx, cc-acp dt av-j vmd vbi vvn, c-acp p-acp ds j-jn n1 cc j n2 pp-f j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 13
398 For which reason it is, that the Consciences of Men do so naturally and universally either accuse or excuse them, according as they contradict or comply with, not barely the reasonings, For which reason it is, that the Consciences of Men do so naturally and universally either accuse or excuse them, according as they contradict or comply with, not barely the reasonings, p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbz, cst dt n2 pp-f n2 vdb av av-j cc av-j av-d vvi cc vvi pno32, vvg c-acp pns32 vvb cc vvi p-acp, xx av-j dt n2-vvg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 13
399 but the natural apprehensions and inclinations of their Minds. but the natural apprehensions and inclinations of their Minds. cc-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 13
400 And this indeed I take to be the Perfection of the Humane Soul, as it came out of the hands of God, that it had a capacity not only of knowing God, And this indeed I take to be the Perfection of the Humane Soul, as it Come out of the hands of God, that it had a capacity not only of knowing God, cc d av pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-acp pn31 vvd av pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cst pn31 vhd dt n1 xx av-j pp-f vvg np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 13
401 and it self, and of inferring its Duty by exercising its Reason: and it self, and of inferring its Duty by exercising its Reason: cc pn31 n1, cc pp-f vvg po31 n1 p-acp vvg po31 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 13
402 but that it was also made to resemble the Divine Nature in its inclinations and propensions to all that is good; but that it was also made to resemble the Divine Nature in its inclinations and propensions to all that is good; cc-acp cst pn31 vbds av vvn pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp d cst vbz j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 13
403 which inclinations and propensions, had they been cherish'd and improv'd, as they might and ought to have been, would have fully discover'd the dignity of Humane Nature, which inclinations and propensions, had they been cherished and improved, as they might and ought to have been, would have Fully discovered the dignity of Humane Nature, r-crq n2 cc n2, vhd pns32 vbn vvn cc vvn, c-acp pns32 vmd cc vmd pc-acp vhi vbn, vmd vhi av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 14
404 and made Men to have appear'd, what God by their make design'd them to be. and made Men to have appeared, what God by their make designed them to be. cc vvd n2 pc-acp vhi vvn, r-crq np1 p-acp po32 vvb vvd pno32 pc-acp vbi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 14
405 There is yet one Ability more, with which the Humane Soul is endued, not to be past over, There is yet one Ability more, with which the Humane Soul is endued, not to be passed over, pc-acp vbz av crd n1 av-dc, p-acp r-crq dt j n1 vbz vvn, xx pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp, (5) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 14
406 when we are considering the excellency of its Nature, and that is Freedom or Liberty of choosing, when we Are considering the excellency of its Nature, and that is Freedom or Liberty of choosing, c-crq pns12 vbr vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc d vbz n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 14
407 and a Power consequently of acting according to such choice, without which its Liberty would have been given to it in vain. and a Power consequently of acting according to such choice, without which its Liberty would have been given to it in vain. cc dt n1 av-j pp-f vvg p-acp p-acp d n1, p-acp r-crq po31 n1 vmd vhi vbn vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 14
408 But shall I call this a Perfection, or an Imperfection? But shall I call this a Perfection, or an Imperfection? cc-acp vmb pns11 vvi d dt n1, cc dt n1? (5) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 14
409 As it is a Power of freely choosing that which is good, and as freely pursuing that choice, it must be thankfully acknowledg'd to the praise of our bountiful Creator, that it is a Perfection, As it is a Power of freely choosing that which is good, and as freely pursuing that choice, it must be thankfully acknowledged to the praise of our bountiful Creator, that it is a Perfection, p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f av-j vvg d r-crq vbz j, cc c-acp av-j vvg d n1, pn31 vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1, cst pn31 vbz dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 14
410 even whereby we are made to resemble God himself, who always freely chooseth and acteth according to the eternal and immutable Laws of Goodness. even whereby we Are made to resemble God himself, who always freely chooses and Acts according to the Eternal and immutable Laws of goodness. av c-crq pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi np1 px31, r-crq av av-j vvz cc vvz vvg p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 14
411 'Tis a Talent of great worth, with which Mankind is entrusted, and which may be improv'd to very great advantage. It's a Talon of great worth, with which Mankind is Entrusted, and which may be improved to very great advantage. pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp r-crq n1 vbz vvn, cc r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp av j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 14
412 It gives us an Ability of offering to God a free-will Offering, of voluntarily doing that which is acceptable to, and rewardable by our Maker. It gives us an Ability of offering to God a freewill Offering, of voluntarily doing that which is acceptable to, and rewardable by our Maker. pn31 vvz pno12 dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp np1 dt n1 vvg, a-acp av-jn vdg d r-crq vbz j p-acp, cc j p-acp po12 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 14
413 'Tis that which indeed makes us, strictly speaking, capable of a Reward. It's that which indeed makes us, strictly speaking, capable of a Reward. pn31|vbz d r-crq av vvz pno12, av-j vvg, j pp-f dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 14
414 But then as Men can at the same time choose that which is Evil, and pursue the unhappy choice, it must be own'd to be an Imperfection; But then as Men can At the same time choose that which is Evil, and pursue the unhappy choice, it must be owned to be an Imperfection; p-acp av c-acp n2 vmb p-acp dt d n1 vvi d r-crq vbz j-jn, cc vvb dt j n1, pn31 vmb vbi j-vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 14
415 but such an one as seems necessarily to result from the condition of a Creature. Absolute Perfection belongs to God only; but such an one as seems necessarily to result from the condition of a Creature. Absolute Perfection belongs to God only; cc-acp d dt crd c-acp vvz av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. j n1 vvz p-acp np1 av-j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 14
416 his Nature is too good ever to choose or act amiss: but the condition of a Creature is to be defectible of its self; his Nature is too good ever to choose or act amiss: but the condition of a Creature is to be defectible of its self; po31 n1 vbz av j av pc-acp vvi cc n1 av: cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz pc-acp vbi j pp-f po31 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 15
417 so that if it be made capable of choosing aright, it must at the same time also be capable of choosing wrong. so that if it be made capable of choosing aright, it must At the same time also be capable of choosing wrong. av cst cs pn31 vbb vvn j pp-f vvg av, pn31 vmb p-acp dt d n1 av vbi j pp-f vvg n-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 15
418 Liberty implies a Power to determine its choice one way or the other; Liberty Implies a Power to determine its choice one Way or the other; n1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 crd n1 cc dt n-jn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 15
419 and there is no such absolute Perfection in a Creature, as can always necessarily oblige it to determine it self the right way. and there is no such absolute Perfection in a Creature, as can always necessarily oblige it to determine it self the right Way. cc pc-acp vbz dx d j n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp vmb av av-j vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 dt j-jn n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 15
420 Experience and Use may produce strong and confirmed Habits of Virtue; Experience and Use may produce strong and confirmed Habits of Virtue; n1 cc n1 vmb vvi j cc j-vvn n2 pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 15
421 and the Grace of God may at any time put a Creature out of all Danger: and the Grace of God may At any time put a Creature out of all Danger: cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb p-acp d n1 vvd dt n1 av pp-f d n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 15
422 but I cannot see, how 'tis possible to frame an Idea of a created Agent left at Liberty, but I cannot see, how it's possible to frame an Idea of a created Agent left At Liberty, cc-acp pns11 vmbx vvi, c-crq pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1 vvn p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 15
423 but it must at the same time be fallible and mutable. but it must At the same time be fallible and mutable. cc-acp pn31 vmb p-acp dt d n1 vbi j cc j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 15
424 But this may suffice to shew the dignity of the Humane Soul with respect to its Liberty, that it is made capable of choosing and acting freely by the same Rules by which God himself chooseth and acteth. But this may suffice to show the dignity of the Humane Soul with respect to its Liberty, that it is made capable of choosing and acting freely by the same Rules by which God himself chooses and Acts. p-acp d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst pn31 vbz vvn j pp-f vvg cc vvg av-j p-acp dt d n2 p-acp r-crq np1 px31 vvz cc vvz. (5) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 15
425 And had Men always acted, according to the design of their Beings, the excellency of their Nature would have plainly appear'd in a whole world of intelligent and reasonable Agents, exercising all the Faculties before-mention'd regularly and orderly; And had Men always acted, according to the Design of their Beings, the excellency of their Nature would have plainly appeared in a Whole world of intelligent and reasonable Agents, exercising all the Faculties beforementioned regularly and orderly; cc vhd n2 av vvn, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vmd vhi av-j vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f j cc j n2, vvg d dt n2 j av-j cc av-j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 15
426 acknowledging, adoring, magnifying, and serving their Maker; acknowledging, adoring, magnifying, and serving their Maker; vvg, vvg, vvg, cc vvg po32 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 15
427 admiring his wonderful Works, and rendering to him with one consent the Praises due upon the account of them; admiring his wondered Works, and rendering to him with one consent the Praises due upon the account of them; vvg po31 j vvz, cc vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp crd n1 dt n2 j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 15
428 living in perfect Amity one with another; discharging readily all the Offices of Beneficence; performing and enjoying all the Benefits and Pleasures of mutual Society; living in perfect Amity one with Another; discharging readily all the Offices of Beneficence; performing and enjoying all the Benefits and Pleasures of mutual Society; vvg p-acp j n1 crd p-acp n-jn; vvg av-j d dt n2 pp-f n1; vvg cc vvg d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 15
429 and deriving from Heaven all those Blessings which would have render'd their abode here perfectly easie and comfortable; and deriving from Heaven all those Blessings which would have rendered their Abided Here perfectly easy and comfortable; cc vvg p-acp n1 d d n2 r-crq vmd vhi vvn po32 n1 av av-j j cc j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 16
430 and if God should have thought it fit to have translated them to any superiour Regions, and if God should have Thought it fit to have translated them to any superior Regions, cc cs np1 vmd vhi vvn pn31 j pc-acp vhi vvn pno32 p-acp d j-jn n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 16
431 as a reward of their Obedience here, they would there also have spent a happy Eternity, in the Enjoyment of their Maker, themselves, and one another. as a reward of their obedience Here, they would there also have spent a happy Eternity, in the Enjoyment of their Maker, themselves, and one Another. c-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 av, pns32 vmd a-acp av vhi vvn dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, px32, cc pi j-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 16
432 I mention their translation to some other Regions, because all those Powers of Soul which I have been discoursing of, imply nothing but what is immaterial and spiritual, and consequently immortal; I mention their Translation to Some other Regions, Because all those Powers of Soul which I have been discoursing of, imply nothing but what is immaterial and spiritual, and consequently immortal; pns11 vvb po32 n1 p-acp d j-jn n2, c-acp d d n2 pp-f n1 r-crq pns11 vhb vbn vvg pp-f, vvb pix cc-acp r-crq vbz j cc j, cc av-j j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 16
433 and if Men had used their Liberty aright in this state of tryal, it is not to be conceiv'd, that God would have permitted the corruption of the Body; and if Men had used their Liberty aright in this state of trial, it is not to be conceived, that God would have permitted the corruption of the Body; cc cs n2 vhd vvn po32 n1 av p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn, cst np1 vmd vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 16
434 but rather have preserv'd for ever that Union which himself had given to the two constitutive parts of Humane Nature, but rather have preserved for ever that union which himself had given to the two constitutive parts of Humane Nature, cc-acp av-c vhb vvn p-acp av d n1 r-crq px31 vhd vvn p-acp dt crd j n2 pp-f j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 16
435 and have assign'd them such places of residence as might have been fit for Men improv'd and confirm'd in Virtue and Goodness. and have assigned them such places of residence as might have been fit for Men improved and confirmed in Virtue and goodness. cc vhb vvn pno32 d n2 pp-f n1 c-acp vmd vhi vbn j p-acp n2 vvn cc vvn p-acp n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 16
436 What I have hitherto been discoursing concerning the Nature of Mankind, appears to me in it self highly reasonable, What I have hitherto been discoursing Concerning the Nature of Mankind, appears to me in it self highly reasonable, q-crq pns11 vhb av vbn vvg vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, vvz p-acp pno11 p-acp pn31 n1 av-j j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 16
437 and I think will do so upon serious consideration, to such a Deist as I am arguing with: and if so; and I think will do so upon serious consideration, to such a Deist as I am arguing with: and if so; cc pns11 vvb vmb vdi av p-acp j n1, p-acp d dt np1 c-acp pns11 vbm vvg p-acp: cc cs av; (5) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 16
438 I would then proceed to ask, whether such Creatures as these are not fit Objects of the Divine Care; I would then proceed to ask, whither such Creatures as these Are not fit Objects of the Divine Care; pns11 vmd av vvi pc-acp vvi, cs d n2 c-acp d vbr xx j n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 16
439 and if they are fallen, of the Divine Compassion also, supposing any of them capable of a Recovery from their lapsed Estate? Will it not appear very worthy of the infinitely good God, to concern himself in some extraordinary way, and if they Are fallen, of the Divine Compassion also, supposing any of them capable of a Recovery from their lapsed Estate? Will it not appear very worthy of the infinitely good God, to concern himself in Some extraordinary Way, cc cs pns32 vbr vvn, pp-f dt j-jn n1 av, vvg d pp-f pno32 j pp-f dt n1 p-acp po32 vvn n1? n1 pn31 xx vvi av j pp-f dt av-j j np1, pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp d j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 16
440 for the restoration and salvation of Beings, whom he had form'd after this excellent manner, to whom he had imparted so many of his own Perfections in such a degree, for the restoration and salvation of Beings, whom he had formed After this excellent manner, to whom he had imparted so many of his own Perfections in such a degree, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, ro-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp d j n1, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhd vvn av d pp-f po31 d n2 p-acp d dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 17
441 and whom he had made capable of being for ever happy in his Favour? and whom he had made capable of being for ever happy in his Favour? cc r-crq pns31 vhd vvn j pp-f vbg p-acp av j p-acp po31 n1? (5) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 17
442 But for the farther illustration of this matter, we may in the next place consider the Persons whom Christ Jesus came to save, But for the farther illustration of this matter, we may in the next place Consider the Persons whom christ jesus Come to save, cc-acp p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f d n1, pns12 vmb p-acp dt ord n1 vvi dt n2 r-crq np1 np1 vvd pc-acp vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 17
443 as they are in their fallen state, Sinners, as our Text calls them, and see whether under that denomination also, they are not proper Objects of the Divine Compassion, as they Are in their fallen state, Sinners, as our Text calls them, and see whither under that denomination also, they Are not proper Objects of the Divine Compassion, c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp po32 vvn n1, n2, p-acp po12 n1 vvz pno32, cc vvb cs p-acp d n1 av, pns32 vbr xx j n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 17
444 even in such a degree as it is express'd by the undertaking of our Redeemer. even in such a degree as it is expressed by the undertaking of our Redeemer. av p-acp d dt n1 c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 17
445 The Method of our Salvation by Jesus Christ is so contrived (as I hope to shew hereafter) as not only to testifie the Compassion of God towards Sinners; The Method of our Salvation by jesus christ is so contrived (as I hope to show hereafter) as not only to testify the Compassion of God towards Sinners; dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp np1 np1 vbz av vvn (c-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi av) c-acp xx av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 17
446 but also his Hatred of Sin: but also his Hatred of since: cc-acp av po31 n1 pp-f n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 17
447 To make it appear therefore that such a Method was agreeable to the Divine Nature, we shall do well to consider the condition of Men, To make it appear Therefore that such a Method was agreeable to the Divine Nature, we shall do well to Consider the condition of Men, pc-acp vvi pn31 vvi av cst d dt n1 vbds j p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns12 vmb vdi av pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 17
448 as Sinners; to which purpose it may be proper, To take into consideration the nature of Sin. as Sinners; to which purpose it may be proper, To take into consideration the nature of Sin. c-acp n2; p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vmb vbi j, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 (5) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 17
449 To observe the miserable consequences of it to Mankind. And, To inquire how Men were drawn into the commission of it. To observe the miserable consequences of it to Mankind. And, To inquire how Men were drawn into the commission of it. pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp n1. np1, pc-acp vvi c-crq n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 17
450 To take into consideration the nature of Sin. To take into consideration the nature of Sin. pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 (5) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 17
451 I doubt not but those, who undervalue our blessed Saviour's Undertaking for the recovery of Sinners, have at the same time very slight apprehensions of the evil of Sin. They are apt to account it a matter of no great consideration or consequence, I doubt not but those, who undervalue our blessed Saviour's Undertaking for the recovery of Sinners, have At the same time very slight apprehensions of the evil of Sin. They Are apt to account it a matter of no great consideration or consequence, pns11 vvb xx p-acp d, r-crq vvi po12 j-vvn ng1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vhb p-acp dt d n1 av j n2 pp-f dt n-jn pp-f np1 pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi pn31 dt n1 pp-f dx j n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 17
452 for so inconsiderable a Creature as they would have Man to be, to gratifie (suppose) the inclinations of his fleshly part, for so inconsiderable a Creature as they would have Man to be, to gratify (suppose) the inclinations of his fleshly part, c-acp av j dt n1 c-acp pns32 vmd vhi n1 pc-acp vbi, pc-acp vvi (vvb) dt n2 pp-f po31 j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 18
453 though against the Dictates of his Mind, and the Laws of his Maker. though against the Dictates of his Mind, and the Laws of his Maker. cs p-acp dt vvz pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 18
454 But this proceeds from their want of a due sense of the nature and reason of things. But this proceeds from their want of a due sense of the nature and reason of things. p-acp d vvz p-acp po32 n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 18
455 For to sin against God, is for a Creature to rebel against his Creator and Preserver; For to sin against God, is for a Creature to rebel against his Creator and Preserver; p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, vbz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 18
456 'tis to oppose his Will to the Will of the supreme Lord and Sovereign of the Universe; it's to oppose his Will to the Will of the supreme Lord and Sovereign of the Universe; pn31|vbz pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n-jn pp-f dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 18
457 'tis to disturb that excellent Order, which is appointed and settled by him who made all things very good; it's to disturb that excellent Order, which is appointed and settled by him who made all things very good; pn31|vbz pc-acp vvi d j n1, r-crq vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp pno31 r-crq vvd d n2 av j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 18
458 'tis for a Man to assume to himself a Liberty of doing that which God will not allow himself to do, it's for a Man to assume to himself a Liberty of doing that which God will not allow himself to do, pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp px31 dt n1 pp-f vdg d r-crq np1 vmb xx vvi px31 pc-acp vdi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 18
459 namely to vary from the eternal and unalterable Laws of Truth and Goodness, those Laws which result necessarily from the Nature of God, namely to vary from the Eternal and unalterable Laws of Truth and goodness, those Laws which result necessarily from the Nature of God, av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, d n2 r-crq n1 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 18
460 and the condition of created Beings; 'tis resisting the highest Power; contradicting unerring Wisdom; disobliging infinite Goodness; and the condition of created Beings; it's resisting the highest Power; contradicting unerring Wisdom; disobliging infinite goodness; cc dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2; pn31|vbz vvg dt js n1; vvg n1 n1; vvg j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 18
461 making disingenuous and ungrateful Returns to the most endearing Obligations; making disingenuous and ungrateful Returns to the most endearing Obligations; vvg j cc j vvz p-acp dt av-ds vvg n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 18
462 'tis in a word thwarting the true judgment and perverting the natural byass of a Man's own Mind, it's in a word thwarting the true judgement and perverting the natural bias of a Man's own Mind, pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 vvg dt j n1 cc vvg dt j n1 pp-f dt n1|vbz d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 18
463 and acting contrary to the very frame and design of his Nature. and acting contrary to the very frame and Design of his Nature. cc vvg n-jn p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 18
464 Now whatsoever is absurd or monstrous in Nature, we are apt to conceive an abhorrence at the first appearance of it: Now whatsoever is absurd or monstrous in Nature, we Are apt to conceive an abhorrence At the First appearance of it: av r-crq vbz j cc j p-acp n1, pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f pn31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 18
465 and whosoever is endued with Moral Principles ought in like manner to feel a detestation arising in his Soul, and whosoever is endued with Moral Principles ought in like manner to feel a detestation arising in his Soul, cc r-crq vbz vvn p-acp j n2 vmd p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 18
466 when he considers the nature of Sin, as I have here represented it. when he considers the nature of since, as I have Here represented it. c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 18
467 Doth not every ingenuous and well-disposed Mind severely censure and detest the untoward behaviour of a graceless Child towards a wise and tender Parent? The unworthy carriage of a rebellious Subject, towards a just and kind Prince, one who is truly the Father of his Country? Especially when the Rebel not only dishonours his Superiors, Does not every ingenuous and well-disposed Mind severely censure and detest the untoward behaviour of a graceless Child towards a wise and tender Parent? The unworthy carriage of a rebellious Subject, towards a just and kind Prince, one who is truly the Father of his Country? Especially when the Rebel not only dishonours his Superiors, vdz xx d j cc j n1 av-j vvi cc vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1? dt j n1 pp-f dt j j-jn, p-acp dt j cc j n1, pi r-crq vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? av-j c-crq dt n1 xx av-j vvz po31 n2-jn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 19
468 but at the same time disturbs the Peace and good Order of the whole Community? Do not all Men of good sense and honest disposition abhor him who shall make spightful or ungrateful returns to a Benefactor, but At the same time disturbs the Peace and good Order of the Whole Community? Do not all Men of good sense and honest disposition abhor him who shall make spiteful or ungrateful returns to a Benefactor, cc-acp p-acp dt d n1 vvz dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1? vdb xx d n2 pp-f j n1 cc j n1 vvb pno31 r-crq vmb vvi j cc j n2 p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 19
469 or a Friend, to whom he has been extremely beholden? Who is there that does not despise the Man that degrades and vilifies himself, by doing things altogether unworthy of his Birth, and Education, or Profession? or a Friend, to whom he has been extremely beholden? Who is there that does not despise the Man that degrades and vilifies himself, by doing things altogether unworthy of his Birth, and Education, or Profession? cc dt n1, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhz vbn av-jn vvi? q-crq vbz a-acp cst vdz xx vvi dt n1 cst n2 cc vvz px31, p-acp vdg n2 av j pp-f po31 n1, cc n1, cc n1? (5) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 19
470 Why all this, and infinitely more is in the nature of a Sin voluntarily committed against Almighty God. Why all this, and infinitely more is in the nature of a since voluntarily committed against Almighty God. q-crq d d, cc av-j av-dc vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-jn vvn p-acp j-jn np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 19
471 And is it not credible then, that so holy and good a Being as God is, should be inclin'd to save such of his Creatures as are capable of Salvation, from so great an Evil? and that he should effect it in such a way, And is it not credible then, that so holy and good a Being as God is, should be inclined to save such of his Creatures as Are capable of Salvation, from so great an Evil? and that he should Effect it in such a Way, cc vbz pn31 xx j av, cst av j cc j dt vbg p-acp np1 vbz, vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi d pp-f po31 n2 c-acp vbr j pp-f n1, p-acp av j dt j-jn? cc cst pns31 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp d dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 19
472 as may convince them at once both of his compassion towards them, and his abhorrence of their evil doings? as may convince them At once both of his compassion towards them, and his abhorrence of their evil doings? c-acp vmb vvi pno32 p-acp a-acp d pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32, cc po31 n1 pp-f po32 j-jn n2-vdg? (5) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 19
473 But to render this the more evident, we may in the next place observe the miserable consequences of Sin to Mankind; But to render this the more evident, we may in the next place observe the miserable consequences of since to Mankind; p-acp pc-acp vvi d dt av-dc j, pns12 vmb p-acp dt ord n1 vvi dt j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 19
474 and that, either in any single Sinner apart, or in the mass and bulk of Mankind in general. and that, either in any single Sinner apart, or in the mass and bulk of Mankind in general. cc cst, av-d p-acp d j n1 av, cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 19
475 The state of every particular Sinner is extremely miserable. The state of every particular Sinner is extremely miserable. dt n1 pp-f d j n1 vbz av-jn j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 20
476 A Man has no sooner consented to Iniquity, but he is naturally fill'd with great uneasiness of Mind, arising from Shame and Fear, from a consciousness of having done an unworthy act, A Man has no sooner consented to Iniquity, but he is naturally filled with great uneasiness of Mind, arising from Shame and fear, from a consciousness of having done an unworthy act, dt n1 vhz dx av-c vvn p-acp n1, cc-acp pns31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp j n1 pp-f n1, vvg p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vhg vdn dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 20
477 and an apprehension of the Mischiefs that may follow. and an apprehension of the Mischiefs that may follow. cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cst vmb vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 20
478 The very first Act is a mighty Disorder, as being an abuse of that Liberty with which he was entrusted, The very First Act is a mighty Disorder, as being an abuse of that Liberty with which he was Entrusted, dt av ord n1 vbz dt j n1, c-acp vbg dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 20
479 and a contradiction to that natural inclination with which he was endued by his Maker. and a contradiction to that natural inclination with which he was endued by his Maker. cc dt n1 p-acp d j n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 20
480 By this means the tone of his Spirit is (as it were) immediately relax'd; the Will corrupted; By this means the tone of his Spirit is (as it were) immediately relaxed; the Will corrupted; p-acp d n2 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz (c-acp pn31 vbdr) av-j vvd; dt n1 vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 20
481 the natural propension of the Soul towards God and Goodness weaken'd, and a contrary disposition perhaps introduc'd; the natural propension of the Soul towards God and goodness weakened, and a contrary disposition perhaps introduced; dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 cc n1 vvn, cc dt j-jn n1 av vvd; (5) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 20
482 the Appetites and Passions, which were made to be rul'd, having once broke loose from the Government they were plac'd under, are apt thence-forward to become impetuous and arbitrary; the Appetites and Passion, which were made to be ruled, having once broke lose from the Government they were placed under, Are apt thenceforward to become impetuous and arbitrary; dt n2 cc n2, r-crq vbdr vvn pc-acp vbi vvn, vhg a-acp vvn j p-acp dt n1 pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp, vbr j j pc-acp vvi j cc j-jn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 20
483 the Understanding having been once mislead or over rul'd, is for the future less able to discern clearly, or to judge Impartially; the Understanding having been once mislead or over ruled, is for the future less able to discern clearly, or to judge Impartially; dt n1 vhg vbn a-acp vvn cc a-acp vvn, vbz p-acp dt n-jn av-dc j pc-acp vvi av-j, cc pc-acp vvi av-j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 20
484 in a word, Innocency and Integrity are lost. in a word, Innocency and Integrity Are lost. p-acp dt n1, n1 cc n1 vbr vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 20
485 Every repeated Act strengthens the evil Habit, and increases the disorder which is thus unhappily begun in all the Faculties. Every repeated Act strengthens the evil Habit, and increases the disorder which is thus unhappily begun in all the Faculties. d vvd n1 vvz dt j-jn n1, cc vvz dt n1 r-crq vbz av av-j vvn p-acp d dt n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 20
486 If the Man continues to be a Sinner only in a lower degree, he will find a perpetual struggle and conflict within his breast, his Understanding, If the Man continues to be a Sinner only in a lower degree, he will find a perpetual struggle and conflict within his breast, his Understanding, cs dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 av-j p-acp dt jc n1, pns31 vmb vvi dt j vvi cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, po31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 20
487 and Reason, and Conscience directing and leading him one way, whilst his Appetites and Passions hurry him the other, the Law in his Members warring against the Law in his Mind, and for the most part bringing him into Captivity; he neither approving what he does, and Reason, and Conscience directing and leading him one Way, while his Appetites and Passion hurry him the other, the Law in his Members warring against the Law in his Mind, and for the most part bringing him into Captivity; he neither approving what he does, cc n1, cc n1 vvg cc vvg pno31 crd n1, cs po31 n2 cc n2 vvb pno31 dt j-jn, dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 j-vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp dt av-ds n1 vvg pno31 p-acp n1; pns31 av-dx vvg r-crq pns31 vdz, (5) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 21
488 nor finding himself at all dispos'd to do what he approves; wretched Man that he is! nor finding himself At all disposed to do what he approves; wretched Man that he is! ccx vvg px31 p-acp d vvn pc-acp vdi r-crq pns31 vvz; j n1 cst pns31 vbz! (5) sermon (DIV1) 136 Page 21
489 And if he be grown a harden'd Sinner, he is still the more wretched, because more incurable; And if he be grown a hardened Sinner, he is still the more wretched, Because more incurable; cc cs pns31 vbb vvn dt vvn n1, pns31 vbz av dt dc j, p-acp av-dc j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 21
490 though at the same time less sensible of his evil condition. though At the same time less sensible of his evil condition. cs p-acp dt d n1 av-dc j pp-f po31 j-jn n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 21
491 And all this while he is exceedingly estrang'd and alienated from God, the Author of his Being, And all this while he is exceedingly estranged and alienated from God, the Author of his Being, cc d d cs pns31 vbz av-vvg vvn cc vvn p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f po31 vbg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 21
492 and the Fountain of all Good; and the Fountain of all Good; cc dt n1 pp-f d j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 21
493 he is asham'd and afraid to approach to him, upon whom he intirely depends, or to address himself to him whose aid he stands in need of every moment; he is ashamed and afraid to approach to him, upon whom he entirely depends, or to address himself to him whose aid he Stands in need of every moment; pns31 vbz j cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, p-acp ro-crq pns31 av-j vvz, cc pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp pno31 rg-crq n1 pns31 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f d n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 21
494 he is conscious of having given him offence, and therefore justly apprehends his displeasure. he is conscious of having given him offence, and Therefore justly apprehends his displeasure. pns31 vbz j pp-f vhg vvn pno31 n1, cc av av-j vvz po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 21
495 This is livelily represented by Moses, in the case of our first Parents, who immediately upon their disobeying the Command of God, hid themselves from his face, being asham'd and afraid to see or hear of him, whom just before they had convers'd with to their great satisfaction and comfort. This is livelily represented by Moses, in the case of our First Parents, who immediately upon their disobeying the Command of God, hid themselves from his face, being ashamed and afraid to see or hear of him, whom just before they had conversed with to their great satisfaction and Comfort. d vbz av-j vvn p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 ord n2, r-crq av-j p-acp po32 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, vvd px32 p-acp po31 n1, vbg j cc j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pp-f pno31, ro-crq av c-acp pns32 vhd vvn p-acp p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 21
496 And every Sinner, that is not past feeling, may find something very like this within himself. And every Sinner, that is not past feeling, may find something very like this within himself. cc d n1, cst vbz xx j n1, vmb vvi pi av av-j d p-acp px31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 21
497 This is the natural state of Sin; This is the natural state of since; d vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 21
498 besides the consequences which may also follow from the displeasure of Almighty God, who, we see, beside the consequences which may also follow from the displeasure of Almighty God, who, we see, p-acp dt n2 r-crq vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn np1, r-crq, pns12 vvb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 21
499 even in this World hath made us sensible of his displeasure, by the many Evils we are necessarily expos'd to, during a short Life, such as Disappointments, Wants, Sickness, Pain, Sorrows and Miseries of various kinds; even in this World hath made us sensible of his displeasure, by the many Evils we Are necessarily exposed to, during a short Life, such as Disappointments, Wants, Sickness, Pain, Sorrows and Misery's of various Kinds; av p-acp d n1 vhz vvn pno12 j pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt d n2-jn pns12 vbr av-j vvn p-acp, p-acp dt j n1, d c-acp n2, vvz, n1, n1, n2 cc ng1 pp-f j n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 22
500 and at last Death it self, with the very fear of which most Men are all their life time subject to bondage. and At last Death it self, with the very Fear of which most Men Are all their life time Subject to bondage. cc p-acp ord n1 pn31 n1, p-acp dt j vvb pp-f r-crq ds n2 vbr d po32 n1 n1 j-jn p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 22
501 All these Evils the Scriptures assure us are the results of Sin; All these Evils the Scriptures assure us Are the results of since; d d n2-jn dt n2 vvb pno12 vbr dt vvz pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 22
502 and even without Revelation, upon the meer Principles of Morality, I cannot see how we can judge otherwise. and even without Revelation, upon the mere Principles of Morality, I cannot see how we can judge otherwise. cc av p-acp n1, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, pns11 vmbx vvi c-crq pns12 vmb vvi av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 22
503 And besides all this, the Soul (as I took notice before) being apprehensive of its own Spiritual and Immortal Nature, cannot but forebode the perpetual continuance of its present infelicity, with the additiono f it knows not what Evils in some future state of things, the very forethought of which must be very terrible to it even in this Life. And beside all this, the Soul (as I took notice before) being apprehensive of its own Spiritual and Immortal Nature, cannot but forebode the perpetual Continuance of its present infelicity, with the additiono f it knows not what Evils in Some future state of things, the very forethought of which must be very terrible to it even in this Life. cc p-acp d d, dt n1 (c-acp pns11 vvd n1 a-acp) vbg j pp-f po31 d j cc j n1, vmbx p-acp n1 dt j n1 pp-f po31 j n1, p-acp dt fw-it zz pn31 vvz xx r-crq n2-jn p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f n2, dt j vvn pp-f r-crq vmb vbi av j p-acp pn31 av p-acp d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 22
504 And if we can observe so much Misery in the condition of a particular Sinner, And if we can observe so much Misery in the condition of a particular Sinner, cc cs pns12 vmb vvi av d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 22
505 how much more shall we discover, if we enlarge our thoughts to the whole mass of Mankind? how much more shall we discover, if we enlarge our thoughts to the Whole mass of Mankind? c-crq d dc vmb pns12 vvi, cs pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1? (5) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 22
506 If we might be allow'd to take our view from the History of Moses, it would give us a very melancholy prospect. If we might be allowed to take our view from the History of Moses, it would give us a very melancholy prospect. cs pns12 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vmd vvi pno12 dt j j-jn n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 22
507 The very first Man that was born into the World fell into no less a Crime, The very First Man that was born into the World fell into no less a Crime, dt av ord n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp dx dc dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 22
508 than that of imbruing his hands in the blood of his innocent Brother. than that of imbruing his hands in the blood of his innocent Brother. cs d pp-f vvg po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 22
509 From that time forward Wickedness of all sorts increas'd apace, till it seem'd good to Almighty God to cut off at once the whole race of Mankind, excepting Noah and his Family, declaring this as the reason of his severe proceeding, that God saw, that the wickedness of Man was great in the Earth, and that every imagination of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually. From that time forward Wickedness of all sorts increased apace, till it seemed good to Almighty God to Cut off At once the Whole raze of Mankind, excepting Noah and his Family, declaring this as the reason of his severe proceeding, that God saw, that the wickedness of Man was great in the Earth, and that every imagination of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually. p-acp d n1 av-j n1 pp-f d n2 vvd av, c-acp pn31 vvd j p-acp j-jn np1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp a-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, vvg np1 cc po31 n1, vvg d c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j vvg, cst np1 vvd, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds j p-acp dt n1, cc cst d n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vbds av-j j-jn av-j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 143 Page 23
510 In the sequel of that History we find that soon after the Flood, the World was again corrupted in a prodigious manner, in so much that in the time of Abraham, within little more than Four Hundred Years, Idolatry had spread it self so universally, In the sequel of that History we find that soon After the Flood, the World was again corrupted in a prodigious manner, in so much that in the time of Abraham, within little more than Four Hundred years, Idolatry had spread it self so universally, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pns12 vvb cst av p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vbds av vvn p-acp dt j n1, p-acp av av-d cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp j av-dc cs crd crd n2, n1 vhd vvn pn31 n1 av av-j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 23
511 as to have infected even the Family of Shem, so that God thought fit to call forth Abraham from his Country and his Kindred, in order to the preserving him and his Posterity in the Worship of the one true God, the Maker of Heaven and Earth. as to have infected even the Family of Shem, so that God Thought fit to call forth Abraham from his Country and his Kindred, in order to the preserving him and his Posterity in the Worship of the one true God, the Maker of Heaven and Earth. c-acp pc-acp vhi vvn av dt n1 pp-f np1, av cst np1 vvd j pc-acp vvi av np1 p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg pno31 cc po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd j np1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 23
512 And if Idolatry had thus prevail'd, we may conclude that other Crimes were no less rife; And if Idolatry had thus prevailed, we may conclude that other Crimes were no less rife; cc cs n1 vhd av vvn, pns12 vmb vvi d j-jn n2 vbdr av-dx av-dc av-j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 23
513 forsaking of God being the foundation of all other Evil. forsaking of God being the Foundation of all other Evil. vvg pp-f np1 vbg dt n1 pp-f d j-jn np1 (5) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 23
514 If, laying aside the History of Moses, we should consider the state of Mankind, according to all other accounts given of it, it will still come to the same issue, If, laying aside the History of Moses, we should Consider the state of Mankind, according to all other accounts given of it, it will still come to the same issue, cs, vvg av dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg p-acp d j-jn n2 vvn pp-f pn31, pn31 vmb av vvi p-acp dt d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 23
515 namely that the generality of Men were soon degenerated into the most unreasonable and unnatural practices that can be thought of. namely that the generality of Men were soon degenerated into the most unreasonable and unnatural practices that can be Thought of. av cst dt n1 pp-f n2 vbdr av vvn p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n2 cst vmb vbi vvn pp-f. (5) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 23
516 The representation which St. Paul makes of the Pagan World, was undoubtedly true, that they were become vain in their imaginations, having their foolish hearts darken'd; The representation which Saint Paul makes of the Pagan World, was undoubtedly true, that they were become vain in their Imaginations, having their foolish hearts darkened; dt n1 r-crq n1 np1 vvz pp-f dt j-jn n1, vbds av-j j, d pns32 vbdr vvn j p-acp po32 n2, vhg po32 j n2 vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 23
517 that they had chang'd the glory of the uncorruptible God, into images made like to corruptible Man, that they had changed the glory of the uncorruptible God, into Images made like to corruptible Man, d pns32 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j np1, p-acp n2 vvn av-j p-acp j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 23
518 and to birds, and four-footed beasts, and creeping things. and to Birds, and fourfooted beasts, and creeping things. cc p-acp n2, cc j n2, cc j-vvg n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 23
519 Nay, which is yet more to be detested, they pay'd their religious Adorations to Devils themselves; Nay, which is yet more to be detested, they paid their religious Adorations to Devils themselves; uh, r-crq vbz av av-dc pc-acp vbi vvn, pns32 vvn po32 j n2 p-acp n2 px32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 24
520 for, as St. Paul truly pronounces, the things which the Gentiles sacrific'd, they sacrific'd to Devils, and not to God. for, as Saint Paul truly pronounces, the things which the Gentiles sacrificed, they sacrificed to Devils, and not to God. c-acp, c-acp n1 np1 av-j vvz, dt n2 r-crq dt n2-j vvn, pns32 vvn p-acp n2, cc xx p-acp np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 24
521 The Prince of the power of the Air, with all his accursed attendants, had assumed the Title and Stile of Gods, The Prince of the power of the Air, with all his accursed attendants, had assumed the Title and Style of God's, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp d po31 j-vvn n2, vhd vvn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 24
522 and so far tyrannized over the Children of Men, as to reduce them to a slavish dread, and so Far tyrannized over the Children of Men, as to reduce them to a slavish dread, cc av av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 24
523 and vile Worship of these wicked and infernal Spirits. and vile Worship of these wicked and infernal Spirits. cc j n1 pp-f d j cc j n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 24
524 And what after this could be expected, but that as we are again told in the place before-cited, they should fall into the most unnatural and brutal Lusts also? For this cause, says he, namely their having thus forsaken God, he gave them up to vile affections, &c. We cannot better describe them, And what After this could be expected, but that as we Are again told in the place before-cited, they should fallen into the most unnatural and brutal Lustiest also? For this cause, Says he, namely their having thus forsaken God, he gave them up to vile affections, etc. We cannot better describe them, cc q-crq p-acp d vmd vbi vvn, cc-acp d c-acp pns12 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1 j, pns32 vmd vvi p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n2 av? p-acp d n1, vvz pns31, av po32 vhg av vvn np1, pns31 vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp j n2, av pns12 vmbx vvi vvb pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 24
525 than in the elegant Expressions of the same Apostle; than in the elegant Expressions of the same Apostle; cs p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt d n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 24
526 They walk'd in the vanity of their mind, having the understanding darkened, being alienated from the life of God, through the ignorance that is in them, They walked in the vanity of their mind, having the understanding darkened, being alienated from the life of God, through the ignorance that is in them, pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, vhg dt n1 vvn, vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 24
527 because of the blindness of their heart; Who being past feeling gave themselves over unto lasciviousness, to work all uncleanness with greediness. Because of the blindness of their heart; Who being passed feeling gave themselves over unto lasciviousness, to work all uncleanness with greediness. c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; r-crq vbg vvn n1 vvd px32 p-acp p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 24
528 They were, as he elsewhere says, foolish, disobedient, deceived; not only serving divers lusts and pleasures, but moroeover, living in malice and envy, hateful, and hating one another. They were, as he elsewhere Says, foolish, disobedient, deceived; not only serving diverse Lustiest and pleasures, but moroeover, living in malice and envy, hateful, and hating one Another. pns32 vbdr, c-acp pns31 av vvz, j, j, vvn; xx av-j vvg j n2 cc n2, p-acp av, vvg p-acp n1 cc n1, j, cc vvg pi j-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 24
529 This was the state of the Pagan World, when our Saviour appeared in it. This was the state of the Pagan World, when our Saviour appeared in it. d vbds dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, c-crq po12 n1 vvd p-acp pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 24
530 There were indeed some few to be found, even in the midst of all this Corruption, who had not forsaken God, There were indeed Some few to be found, even in the midst of all this Corruption, who had not forsaken God, a-acp vbdr av d d pc-acp vbi vvn, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d n1, r-crq vhd xx vvn np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 24
531 and degenerated into Vice, in so heinous a degree; the Principles of natural Religion having in some measure prevail'd with them: and degenerated into Vice, in so heinous a degree; the Principles of natural Religion having in Some measure prevailed with them: cc vvn p-acp n1, p-acp av j dt n1; dt n2 pp-f j n1 vhg p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp pno32: (5) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 24
532 but these were very rarely to be met with. but these were very rarely to be met with. cc-acp d vbdr av av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp. (5) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 25
533 There was, it's true, a small Body of Men, the Jews I mean, whom God had by an extraordinary Providence taken out of the mass of Mankind, in order to instruct and educate them in better manner. There was, it's true, a small Body of Men, the jews I mean, whom God had by an extraordinary Providence taken out of the mass of Mankind, in order to instruct and educate them in better manner. a-acp vbds, pn31|vbz j, dt j n1 pp-f n2, dt np2 pns11 vvb, ro-crq np1 vhd p-acp dt j n1 vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp jc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 25
534 But even these were very hardly kept to the observance of those Laws which God had given them. But even these were very hardly kept to the observance of those Laws which God had given them. p-acp av d vbdr av av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq np1 vhd vvn pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 25
535 They easily and frequently degenerated into Idolatry, and the other evil practices of their Neighbours; They Easily and frequently degenerated into Idolatry, and the other evil practices of their Neighbours; pns32 av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp n1, cc dt j-jn j-jn n2 pp-f po32 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 25
536 and when after a tedious Captivity they were at last cur'd of their Idolatry, yet after all they generally attain'd to but very mean apprehensions either of God, and when After a tedious Captivity they were At last cured of their Idolatry, yet After all they generally attained to but very mean apprehensions either of God, cc c-crq p-acp dt j n1 pns32 vbdr p-acp ord vvn pp-f po32 n1, av p-acp d pns32 av-j vvd p-acp p-acp av j n2 d pp-f np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 25
537 or of the nature of Religion; or of the nature of Religion; cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 25
538 they contented themselves for the most part with the observance of the ritual part of their Law, they contented themselves for the most part with the observance of the ritual part of their Law, pns32 vvd px32 p-acp dt av-ds n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 25
539 whilst the two great Commandments both of their Law, and of all true Religion, the Love of God and their Neighbour, were grosly neglected by them; while the two great commandments both of their Law, and of all true Religion, the Love of God and their Neighbour, were grossly neglected by them; cs dt crd j n2 d pp-f po32 n1, cc pp-f d j n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po32 n1, vbdr av-j vvn p-acp pno32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 25
540 in so much that when our Saviour appear'd amongst them, he found the greater part of them as indispos'd to receive him and his Doctrine, as the Gentiles themselves were. in so much that when our Saviour appeared among them, he found the greater part of them as indisposed to receive him and his Doctrine, as the Gentiles themselves were. p-acp av av-d cst c-crq po12 n1 vvd p-acp pno32, pns31 vvd dt jc n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp vvn pc-acp vvi pno31 cc po31 n1, c-acp dt n2-j px32 vbdr. (5) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 25
541 'Tis true, God had not left Mankind, not the rest of the World, much less the Jews, without various means proper for the preserving of them from these Corruptions. It's true, God had not left Mankind, not the rest of the World, much less the jews, without various means proper for the preserving of them from these Corruptions. pn31|vbz j, np1 vhd xx vvn n1, xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av-d av-dc dt np2, p-acp j n2 j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp d n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 25
542 He taught all Men divers ways, as I shew'd in my former Discourse, though they did not hear and learn of him. He taught all Men diverse ways, as I showed in my former Discourse, though they did not hear and Learn of him. pns31 vvd d n2 j n2, c-acp pns11 vvd p-acp po11 j n1, cs pns32 vdd xx vvi cc vvi pp-f pno31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 25
543 But this was still an aggravation of their Misery, that all the Methods of Divine Providence for their good had been frustrated and render'd ineffectual by them. But this was still an aggravation of their Misery, that all the Methods of Divine Providence for their good had been frustrated and rendered ineffectual by them. p-acp d vbds av dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cst d dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp po32 j vhd vbn vvn cc vvn j p-acp pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 26
544 And was not this a deplorable state, and such as might well move a God of infinite Goodness to find out and appoint some more effectual Method, And was not this a deplorable state, and such as might well move a God of infinite goodness to find out and appoint Some more effectual Method, cc vbds xx d dt j n1, cc d c-acp vmd av vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi av cc vvi d dc j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 26
545 for the recovery of this his ruin'd Creation? Could he, do we think, look on, for the recovery of this his ruined Creation? Could he, do we think, look on, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po31 j-vvn n1? vmd pns31, vdb pns12 vvb, vvb a-acp, (5) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 26
546 and behold the great Enemy both of himself and his Creation, thus insulting and triumphing; the most excellent Creature he had in this lower Region thus abus'd and spoil'd; and behold the great Enemy both of himself and his Creation, thus insulting and triumphing; the most excellent Creature he had in this lower Region thus abused and spoiled; cc vvb dt j n1 av-d pp-f px31 cc po31 n1, av vvg cc vvg; dt av-ds j n1 pns31 vhd p-acp d jc n1 av vvn cc vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 26
547 and as the consequence thereof the whole inferiour Creation in disorder and confusion; and as the consequence thereof the Whole inferior Creation in disorder and confusion; cc c-acp dt n1 av dt j-jn j-jn n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 26
548 and not interpose in some extraordinary and surprizing manner? But this will still appear more becoming the Divine Nature, and not interpose in Some extraordinary and surprising manner? But this will still appear more becoming the Divine Nature, cc xx vvi p-acp d j cc j-vvg n1? p-acp d vmb av vvi av-dc vvg dt j-jn n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 26
549 if we enquire, in the last place, How Men were drawn into the commission of Sin. if we inquire, in the last place, How Men were drawn into the commission of Sin. cs pns12 vvi, p-acp dt ord n1, c-crq n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (5) sermon (DIV1) 150 Page 26
550 The case, as represented by Moses, which is what the Christian Revelation takes for granted, was certainly very compassionable. The case, as represented by Moses, which is what the Christian Revelation Takes for granted, was Certainly very compassionable. dt n1, c-acp vvn p-acp np1, r-crq vbz r-crq dt np1 n1 vvz p-acp vvn, vbds av-j av j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 26
551 That our first Parents were set upon, whilst they were as yet unexperienc'd, by a subtil and malicious Enemy, who made his attacks first upon the weaker Sex, That our First Parents were Set upon, while they were as yet unexperienced, by a subtle and malicious Enemy, who made his attacks First upon the Weaker Sex, cst po12 ord n2 vbdr vvn p-acp, cs pns32 vbdr a-acp av j, p-acp dt j cc j n1, r-crq vvd po31 n2 ord p-acp dt jc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 26
552 and by her prevail'd upon the Man, inveigling them by a sly and false Suggestion, artificially represented, making use of their sensitive Powers to bafflle their intellectual, imposing upon their Understandings by craft and confidence, and by her prevailed upon the Man, inveigling them by a sly and false Suggestion, artificially represented, making use of their sensitive Powers to baffle their intellectual, imposing upon their Understandings by craft and confidence, cc p-acp pno31 vvd p-acp dt n1, vvg pno32 p-acp dt j cc j n1, av-j vvn, vvg n1 pp-f po32 j n2 pc-acp vvi po32 j, vvg p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 26
553 and perswading them on a sudden, without consulting either God or their own Reason, to do a rash and dangerous Act, by which they expos'd both themselves and their Posterity to all the evil consequences, which either naturally or judicially follow'd. and persuading them on a sudden, without consulting either God or their own Reason, to do a rash and dangerous Act, by which they exposed both themselves and their Posterity to all the evil consequences, which either naturally or judicially followed. cc vvg pno32 p-acp dt j, p-acp vvg d n1 cc po32 d n1, pc-acp vdi dt j cc j n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd av-d px32 cc po32 n1 p-acp d dt j-jn n2, r-crq d av-j cc av-j vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 27
554 But waving this (though without considering it as a Divine Revelation, it is most reasonable to suppose that the general Corruption of Humane Nature began in some such way) waving this I say, But waving this (though without considering it as a Divine Revelation, it is most reasonable to suppose that the general Corruption of Humane Nature began in Some such Way) waving this I say, p-acp vvg d (cs p-acp vvg pn31 p-acp dt j-jn n1, pn31 vbz av-ds j pc-acp vvi cst dt j n1 pp-f j n1 vvd p-acp d d n1) vvg d pns11 vvb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 27
555 and taking Humane Nature as it appears, the circumstances of Sinners will still seem very compassionable. and taking Humane Nature as it appears, the Circumstances of Sinners will still seem very compassionable. cc vvg j n1 c-acp pn31 vvz, dt n2 pp-f n2 vmb av vvi av j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 27
556 For although Man was without Question made upright, yet being endued with Liberty, he must at the very best, (as I before observ'd) be fallible and mutable. For although Man was without Question made upright, yet being endued with Liberty, he must At the very best, (as I before observed) be fallible and mutable. c-acp cs n1 vbds p-acp n1 vvd av-j, av vbg vvn p-acp n1, pns31 vmb p-acp dt av js, (c-acp pns11 a-acp vvn) vbi j cc j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 27
557 His immaterial Spirit is join'd to a Body of Flesh, and plac'd in the midst of abundance of sensible Objects, that it may be capable of a Tryal; His immaterial Spirit is joined to a Body of Flesh, and placed in the midst of abundance of sensible Objects, that it may be capable of a Trial; po31 j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f j n2, cst pn31 vmb vbi j pp-f dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 27
558 and though it might have many advantages in its uncorrupt state, which at present it wants, and though it might have many advantages in its uncorrupt state, which At present it Wants, cc cs pn31 vmd vhi d n2 p-acp po31 j n1, r-crq p-acp j pn31 vvz, (5) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 27
559 yet still it was lyable to be impos'd upon and drawn in. yet still it was liable to be imposed upon and drawn in. av av pn31 vbds j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp cc vvn p-acp. (5) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 27
560 Those who first sin'd may very well be suppos'd to have done it, before their good Habits were confirm'd by Experience and Use, Those who First sinned may very well be supposed to have done it, before their good Habits were confirmed by Experience and Use, d r-crq ord vvd np1 av av vbi vvn pc-acp vhi vdn pn31, c-acp po32 j n2 vbdr vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 27
561 and that consequently there was somewhat of surprize, as well as some degree of inconsiderateness and rashness in the action. and that consequently there was somewhat of surprise, as well as Some degree of inconsiderateness and rashness in the actium. cc cst av-j a-acp vbds av pp-f vvi, c-acp av c-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 27
562 And those who have since grown up, (as all but our first Parents must have done) from a state of infancy, are still in harder circumstances. And those who have since grown up, (as all but our First Parents must have done) from a state of infancy, Are still in harder Circumstances. cc d r-crq vhb a-acp vvn a-acp, (c-acp d p-acp po12 ord n2 vmb vhi vdn) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbr av p-acp jc n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 27
563 Their Bodily Tempers, which have a great influence upon the Mind, can be no better than what their Parents could communicate. Their Bodily Tempers, which have a great influence upon the Mind, can be no better than what their Parents could communicate. po32 j n2, r-crq vhb dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi dx jc cs q-crq po32 n2 vmd vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 27
564 Their Senses are for many years busily exercis'd, before their Reason is thorowly awake. They are surrounded with all manner of Temptations; Their Senses Are for many Years busily exercised, before their Reason is thoroughly awake. They Are surrounded with all manner of Temptations; po32 n2 vbr p-acp d n2 av-j vvn, p-acp po32 n1 vbz av-j j. pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 28
565 and they see abundance of dangerous Examples in a degenerate World. They are for a long time weak and unexperienc'd; and they see abundance of dangerous Examples in a degenerate World. They Are for a long time weak and unexperienced; cc pns32 vvb n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt j n1. pns32 vbr p-acp dt j n1 j cc j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 28
566 and many of them over and above betray'd by an untoward or a careless Education. and many of them over and above betrayed by an untoward or a careless Education. cc d pp-f pno32 a-acp cc a-acp vvn p-acp dt j cc dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 28
567 'Tis true, not one of all these Considerations will excuse the Sinner, and that for this plain Reason; It's true, not one of all these Considerations will excuse the Sinner, and that for this plain Reason; pn31|vbz j, xx pi pp-f d d n2 vmb vvi dt n1, cc cst p-acp d j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 28
568 because the first Sinner, whoever he was, being suppos'd to be made upright, 'tis not to be conceiv'd he could have fallen, Because the First Sinner, whoever he was, being supposed to be made upright, it's not to be conceived he could have fallen, c-acp dt ord n1, r-crq pns31 vbds, vbg vvn pc-acp vbi vvn av-j, pn31|vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn pns31 vmd vhi vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 28
569 but by neglecting to depend upon his Maker, and apply himself to him. but by neglecting to depend upon his Maker, and apply himself to him. cc-acp p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi px31 p-acp pno31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 28
570 For an intellectual Creature not to depend upon God, and apply it self to him upon all occasions, is an inexcusable fault; For an intellectual Creature not to depend upon God, and apply it self to him upon all occasions, is an inexcusable fault; p-acp dt j n1 xx pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc vvi pn31 n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp d n2, vbz dt j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 28
571 and had those who first consented to Iniquity done but thus much, 'tis very reasonable to believe, that the God who made them, would have afforded them his assistance. and had those who First consented to Iniquity done but thus much, it's very reasonable to believe, that the God who made them, would have afforded them his assistance. cc vhd d r-crq ord vvd p-acp n1 vdn p-acp av av-d, pn31|vbz av j pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 r-crq vvd pno32, vmd vhi vvn pno32 po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 28
572 Nay (as I hope to shew in the progress of these Discourses) even now, under all the disadvantages we are born into the World and brought up with, God hath made such provision through Jesus Christ, that nothing but a wilful and unaccountable neglect of God can ruin us. Nay (as I hope to show in the progress of these Discourses) even now, under all the disadvantages we Are born into the World and brought up with, God hath made such provision through jesus christ, that nothing but a wilful and unaccountable neglect of God can ruin us. uh-x (c-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2) av av, p-acp d dt n2 pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 cc vvd a-acp p-acp, np1 vhz vvn d n1 p-acp np1 np1, cst pix cc-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi pno12. (5) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 28
573 Here began the Apostacy and the Misery of Mankind, and in the same way they are still continued, viz. in Mens neglecting to depend upon and look up to that God who never forsakes any of his Creatures, till they first forsake him. Here began the Apostasy and the Misery of Mankind, and in the same Way they Are still continued, viz. in Men's neglecting to depend upon and look up to that God who never forsakes any of his Creatures, till they First forsake him. av vvd dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt d n1 pns32 vbr av vvn, n1 p-acp ng2 vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp cc vvi a-acp p-acp cst np1 r-crq av-x vvz d pp-f po31 n2, c-acp pns32 ord vvi pno31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 28
574 So that what I have alleged under this last head, does not excuse the Sinner: So that what I have alleged under this last head, does not excuse the Sinner: av cst r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp d ord n1, vdz xx vvi dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 29
575 but yet (which is what I alleged it for) it renders his case exceedingly compassionable to a God of infinite Goodness and Mercy. but yet (which is what I alleged it for) it renders his case exceedingly compassionable to a God of infinite goodness and Mercy. cc-acp av (r-crq vbz r-crq pns11 vvd pn31 p-acp) pn31 vvz po31 n1 av-vvg j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 29
576 The summe of all I have said upon this Argument is, that this is a credible saying, that Christ Jesus came into the World to save Sinners. The sum of all I have said upon this Argument is, that this is a credible saying, that christ jesus Come into the World to save Sinners. dt n1 pp-f d pns11 vhb vvn p-acp d n1 vbz, cst d vbz dt j n-vvg, cst np1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 29
577 For if Sinners be such Creatures as I have represented them, both before and since their Apostacy, it cannot but be credible, that he who made them should appoint some way for their Recovery. For if Sinners be such Creatures as I have represented them, both before and since their Apostasy, it cannot but be credible, that he who made them should appoint Some Way for their Recovery. c-acp cs n2 vbb d n2 c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pno32, av-d p-acp cc p-acp po32 n1, pn31 vmbx p-acp vbi j, cst pns31 r-crq vvd pno32 vmd vvi d n1 p-acp po32 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 29
578 And though we could not be fully assur'd of this without a Revelation, much less could have thought of the Method which it hath pleased God to take; And though we could not be Fully assured of this without a Revelation, much less could have Thought of the Method which it hath pleased God to take; cc cs pns12 vmd xx vbi av-j vvn pp-f d p-acp dt n1, av-d av-dc vmd vhi vvn pp-f dt n1 r-crq pn31 vhz vvn np1 pc-acp vvi; (5) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 29
579 yet as we might naturally hope, that God would extend his compassion to us; yet as we might naturally hope, that God would extend his compassion to us; av c-acp pns12 vmd av-j vvi, cst np1 vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno12; (5) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 29
580 so we have all the reason in the World readily to accept a Revelation which assures us, that God hath done it. so we have all the reason in the World readily to accept a Revelation which assures us, that God hath done it. av pns12 vhb d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq vvz pno12, cst np1 vhz vdn pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 29
581 What the Way and Method of our Salvation is, our Text tells us, and this will fall under Consideration in my following Discourses. What the Way and Method of our Salvation is, our Text tells us, and this will fallen under Consideration in my following Discourses. q-crq dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz, po12 n1 vvz pno12, cc d vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp po11 j-vvg n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 29
582 I am sensible there is one Objection, which, upon hearing the present Discourse may arise in the Minds of Men who think seriously, I am sensible there is one Objection, which, upon hearing the present Discourse may arise in the Minds of Men who think seriously, pns11 vbm j pc-acp vbz crd n1, r-crq, p-acp vvg dt j n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 r-crq vvb av-j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 29
583 and are not dispos'd to cavil, viz. If the case of Humane Nature be so deplorable and compassionable, and Are not disposed to cavil, viz. If the case of Humane Nature be so deplorable and compassionable, cc vbr xx vvn pc-acp vvi, n1 cs dt n1 pp-f j n1 vbb av j cc j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 29
584 how comes it to pass, that so small a part of Mankind have receiv'd benefit even from the Christian Revelation? This Difficulty I would have consider'd in this Lecture, how comes it to pass, that so small a part of Mankind have received benefit even from the Christian Revelation? This Difficulty I would have considered in this Lecture, q-crq vvz pn31 pc-acp vvi, cst av j dt n1 pp-f n1 vhb vvn n1 av p-acp dt njp n1? d n1 pns11 vmd vhi vvn p-acp d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 29
585 if there had been room for it; but being prevented, I shall not forget it; if there had been room for it; but being prevented, I shall not forget it; cs pc-acp vhd vbn n1 p-acp pn31; cc-acp vbg vvn, pns11 vmb xx vvi pn31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 29
586 but assign it some fit place, if God please, before my Lectures are finish'd, intending in my next, to proceed in considering the nature of that Salvation, which our Saviour hath wrought out for us, but assign it Some fit place, if God please, before my Lectures Are finished, intending in my next, to proceed in considering the nature of that Salvation, which our Saviour hath wrought out for us, p-acp vvi pn31 d j n1, cs np1 vvb, p-acp po11 n2 vbr vvn, vvg p-acp po11 ord, pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq po12 n1 vhz vvn av p-acp pno12, (5) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 30
587 and the manner in which he hath done it, whereby the Credibility of this saying in the Text may yet farther appear. FINIS. and the manner in which he hath done it, whereby the Credibility of this saying in the Text may yet farther appear. FINIS. cc dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vdn pn31, c-crq dt n1 pp-f d vvg p-acp dt n1 vmb av jc vvb. fw-la. (5) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 30
588 1 TIM. I. 15. 1 TIM. I. 15. crd n1. np1 crd (6) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 1
589 This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the World, to save Sinners, — This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that christ jesus Come into the World, to save Sinners, — d vbz dt j n-vvg, cc j pp-f d n1, cst np1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi n2, — (6) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 1
590 IN treating on these Words, I propos'd, by God's Assistance, to make good the Apostle's assertion, viz. that the Saying mention'd by him is both certainly true, IN treating on these Words, I proposed, by God's Assistance, to make good the Apostle's assertion, viz. that the Saying mentioned by him is both Certainly true, p-acp vvg p-acp d n2, pns11 vvd, p-acp npg1 n1, pc-acp vvi j dt ng1 n1, n1 cst dt vvg vvn p-acp pno31 vbz av-d av-j j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 1
591 and fit to be entertain'd by us with all readiness and thankfulness; and fit to be entertained by us with all readiness and thankfulness; cc j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1 cc n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 1
592 and that, whether we consider the intrinsick Evidence it carries along with it, or the external Attestation which hath been given to it. and that, whither we Consider the intrinsic Evidence it carries along with it, or the external Attestation which hath been given to it. cc cst, cs pns12 vvb dt j n1 pn31 vvz a-acp p-acp pn31, cc dt j n1 r-crq vhz vbn vvn p-acp pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 1
593 I began with its intrinsick Evidence, viz. its credibility from its manifest agreeableness to those Notions which we naturally have concerning God and our selves. I began with its intrinsic Evidence, viz. its credibility from its manifest agreeableness to those Notions which we naturally have Concerning God and our selves. pns11 vvd p-acp po31 j n1, n1 po31 n1 p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp d n2 r-crq pns12 av-j vhb vvg n1 cc po12 n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 1
594 And to make this appear, I propos'd the following Method. And to make this appear, I proposed the following Method. cc pc-acp vvi d vvi, pns11 vvd dt j-vvg n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 1
595 First, To consider who the Persons are, whom Christ Jesus came into the VVorld to save. First, To Consider who the Persons Are, whom christ jesus Come into the World to save. ord, pc-acp vvi r-crq dt n2 vbr, ro-crq np1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (6) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 1
596 Secondly, What kind of Salvation he proposeth to them. Secondly, What kind of Salvation he Proposeth to them. ord, q-crq n1 pp-f n1 pns31 vvz p-acp pno32. (6) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 1
597 Thirdly, In what way and manner he hath, by his coming into the world, wrought out this Salvation for them. Thirdly, In what Way and manner he hath, by his coming into the world, wrought out this Salvation for them. ord, p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 pns31 vhz, p-acp po31 vvg p-acp dt n1, vvn av d n1 p-acp pno32. (6) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 2
598 The first of these I have dispatch'd, shewing, that the Persons, whom Christ Jesus came into the VVorld to save, were both Men and Sinners, under each of which denominations, I endeavour'd to make it appear, that they were fit Objects of the Divine Care and Compassion to be exercised in some extraordinary manner. The First of these I have dispatched, showing, that the Persons, whom christ jesus Come into the World to save, were both Men and Sinners, under each of which denominations, I endeavoured to make it appear, that they were fit Objects of the Divine Care and Compassion to be exercised in Some extraordinary manner. dt ord pp-f d pns11 vhb vvn, vvg, cst dt n2, r-crq np1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, vbdr d n2 cc n2, p-acp d pp-f r-crq n2, pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi pn31 vvi, cst pns32 vbdr j n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 2
599 I proceed now to consider in the second place, what kind of Salvation Christ Jesus proposeth to these Creatures, concerning which I shall not need to add much, I proceed now to Consider in the second place, what kind of Salvation christ jesus Proposeth to these Creatures, Concerning which I shall not need to add much, pns11 vvb av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq n1 pp-f n1 np1 np1 vvz p-acp d n2, vvg r-crq pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi d, (6) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 2
600 after what hath been discours'd upon the former head. After what hath been discoursed upon the former head. p-acp r-crq vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 2
601 For by a little reflection upon the condition of Sinners, 'twill be easie to discern, what kind of Salvation they stood in need of, which is the very same, which our Saviour hath propos'd to us in his Gospel, his design in coming into the World being to provide for the necessities of fallen Men; For by a little reflection upon the condition of Sinners, it'll be easy to discern, what kind of Salvation they stood in need of, which is the very same, which our Saviour hath proposed to us in his Gospel, his Design in coming into the World being to provide for the necessities of fallen Men; p-acp p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pn31|vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi, r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vvd p-acp n1 pp-f, r-crq vbz dt av d, r-crq po12 n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1, po31 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 vbg pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-vvn n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 2
602 with reference to which Necessities Salvation must imply both a Deliverance from those many Evils, to which Sin had exposed them; with Referente to which Necessities Salvation must imply both a Deliverance from those many Evils, to which since had exposed them; p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq n2 n1 vmb vvi d dt n1 p-acp d d n2-jn, p-acp r-crq n1 vhd vvn pno32; (6) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 2
603 and a Restitution of those many Blessings, which by their transgression they had forfeited. Thus for Instance; and a Restitution of those many Blessings, which by their Transgression they had forfeited. Thus for Instance; cc dt n1 pp-f d d n2, r-crq p-acp po32 n1 pns32 vhd vvn. av p-acp n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 2
604 The Salvation of Men by Jesus Christ consists in his delivering them from the just displeasure of their Maker, The Salvation of Men by jesus christ consists in his delivering them from the just displeasure of their Maker, dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp np1 np1 vvz p-acp po31 vvg pno32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 2
605 and all the terrible Effects of it; and all the terrible Effects of it; cc d dt j n2 pp-f pn31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 2
606 together with a complete Restoration of them to the Divine favour, and giving them a Title to all those Blessings which are proper for humane Nature, when accepted of God; together with a complete Restoration of them to the Divine favour, and giving them a Title to all those Blessings which Are proper for humane Nature, when accepted of God; av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc vvg pno32 dt n1 p-acp d d n2 r-crq vbr j p-acp j n1, c-crq vvd pp-f np1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 2
607 in the setting them free from all that disorder and irregularity which had been introduc'd into the several Faculties of their Souls, together with the dissatisfaction and uneasiness of Mind which necessarily follow'd, in the setting them free from all that disorder and irregularity which had been introduced into the several Faculties of their Souls, together with the dissatisfaction and uneasiness of Mind which necessarily followed, p-acp dt vvg pno32 j p-acp d cst n1 cc n1 r-crq vhd vbn vvd p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po32 n2, av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 r-crq av-j vvd, (6) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 3
608 as also from those inconveniencies and miseries to which their Bodies likewise were expos'd, either as a consequence or a punishment of the corruption of their Minds; as also from those inconveniences and misery's to which their Bodies likewise were exposed, either as a consequence or a punishment of the corruption of their Minds; c-acp av p-acp d n2 cc n2 p-acp r-crq po32 n2 av vbdr vvn, av-d c-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 3
609 in restoring perfectly that frame and temper of Spirit, which is natural to an intelligent and reasonable Creature, together with that healthful and vigorous state of Body, that sound constitution of the whole Man, which would have been the Effect or the Reward of Innocency and Integrity. in restoring perfectly that frame and temper of Spirit, which is natural to an intelligent and reasonable Creature, together with that healthful and vigorous state of Body, that found constitution of the Whole Man, which would have been the Effect or the Reward of Innocency and Integrity. p-acp vvg av-j cst n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp dt j cc j n1, av p-acp cst j cc j n1 pp-f n1, cst j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, r-crq vmd vhi vbn dt vvb cc dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 3
610 In a word, Salvation consists in reconciling God to Men, and Men to God, and in all the blessed Fruits of such a Reconciliation; In a word, Salvation consists in reconciling God to Men, and Men to God, and in all the blessed Fruits of such a Reconciliation; p-acp dt n1, n1 vvz p-acp n-vvg n1 p-acp n2, cc n2 p-acp np1, cc p-acp d dt j-vvn n2 pp-f d dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 3
611 which how many and how great they will be, we are not able in this imperfect State so much as to conjecture. which how many and how great they will be, we Are not able in this imperfect State so much as to conjecture. r-crq c-crq d cc c-crq j pns32 vmb vbi, pns12 vbr xx j p-acp d j n1 av av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi. (6) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 3
612 This will be best understood, by such as shall partake of this Salvation, when it shall be fully accomplished: This will be best understood, by such as shall partake of this Salvation, when it shall be Fully accomplished: d vmb vbi av-js vvn, p-acp d c-acp vmb vvi pp-f d n1, c-crq pn31 vmb vbi av-j vvn: (6) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 3
613 In the mean time, it may satisfie and encourage us to believe, that they will bear a proportion to the Bounty of God, and the Capacities of Men. In the mean time, it may satisfy and encourage us to believe, that they will bear a proportion to the Bounty of God, and the Capacities of Men. p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vmb vvi cc vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi, cst pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 pp-f n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 3
614 And as this is the Salvation, which the Gospel offereth to every particular Man to whom it is Preach'd, And as this is the Salvation, which the Gospel Offereth to every particular Man to whom it is Preached, cc p-acp d vbz dt n1, r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp d j n1 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 3
615 so it assures us, that all those who shall embrace the offer, shall be thus saved; so it assures us, that all those who shall embrace the offer, shall be thus saved; av pn31 vvz pno12, cst d d r-crq vmb vvi dt n1, vmb vbi av vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 3
616 and that the consequence of this will be a Renovation of this part of the World, which has been so miserably disorder'd by the Sins of Men, a Restitution of whatsoever has been decay'd in it, the expelling sin and misery out of it, the subduing and confining the great Enemy of God and Man, who has so long usurp'd dominion over it, the delivering the Creature it self, even this whole lower Creation, from that vanity and bondage of Corruption, to which it is at present subjected, and under which it groans and travelleth in pain, into a glorious Liberty; in a word, the creating New Heavens and a New Earth, wherein nothing but Righteousness shall dwell; and finally the complete and everlasting happiness of an innumerable company of intelligent and reasonable Creatures, who by the craft of their subtile Enemy, and that the consequence of this will be a Renovation of this part of the World, which has been so miserably disordered by the Sins of Men, a Restitution of whatsoever has been decayed in it, the expelling since and misery out of it, the subduing and confining the great Enemy of God and Man, who has so long usurped dominion over it, the delivering the Creature it self, even this Whole lower Creation, from that vanity and bondage of Corruption, to which it is At present subjected, and under which it groans and travelleth in pain, into a glorious Liberty; in a word, the creating New Heavens and a New Earth, wherein nothing but Righteousness shall dwell; and finally the complete and everlasting happiness of an innumerable company of intelligent and reasonable Creatures, who by the craft of their subtle Enemy, cc cst dt n1 pp-f d vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vhz vbn av av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f r-crq vhz vbn vvn p-acp pn31, dt j n1 cc n1 av pp-f pn31, dt j-vvg cc vvg dt j n1 pp-f np1 cc n1, r-crq vhz av av-j vvn n1 p-acp pn31, dt vvg dt n1 pn31 n1, av d j-jn jc n1, p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz p-acp j vvn, cc p-acp r-crq pn31 vvz cc vvz p-acp n1, p-acp dt j n1; p-acp dt n1, dt vvg j n2 cc dt j n1, q-crq pix cc-acp n1 vmb vvi; cc av-j dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f j cc j n2, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 4
617 and through their own weakness and folly, had once fallen from God, and the state in which he had placed them, and through their own weakness and folly, had once fallen from God, and the state in which he had placed them, cc p-acp po32 d n1 cc n1, vhd a-acp vvn p-acp np1, cc dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd vvn pno32, (6) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 4
618 and been in imminent danger of utter Perdition. and been in imminent danger of utter Perdition. cc vbn p-acp j n1 pp-f j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 4
619 All this is so evidently propos'd by the Gospel of our Saviour, as the design of his Undertaking, All this is so evidently proposed by the Gospel of our Saviour, as the Design of his Undertaking, d d vbz av av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg, (6) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 4
620 and so expresly and fully declar'd thereby, that I need not spend time in producing any particular Proofs. and so expressly and Fully declared thereby, that I need not spend time in producing any particular Proofs. cc av av-j cc av-j vvd av, cst pns11 vvb xx vvi n1 p-acp vvg d j n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 4
621 And all this is without question highly worthy of so great and so good a Being as God is. And all this is without question highly worthy of so great and so good a Being as God is. cc d d vbz p-acp n1 av-j j pp-f av j cc av j dt vbg p-acp np1 vbz. (6) sermon (DIV1) 169 Page 4
622 Had the Christian Revelation told us, that Almighty God had sent his only-begotten Son from Heaven, only to secure to us the pleasures of the Elysian Fields, Had the Christian Revelation told us, that Almighty God had sent his only-begotten Son from Heaven, only to secure to us the pleasures of the Elysian Fields, vhd dt njp n1 vvd pno12, cst j-jn np1 vhd vvn po31 j n1 p-acp n1, av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 dt n2 pp-f dt jp n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 4
623 or a Mahometan Paradice, to provide for us a full and perpetual Enjoyment of Sensual Entertainments and Delights; or a Mahometan Paradise, to provide for us a full and perpetual Enjoyment of Sensual Entertainments and Delights; cc dt jp n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 dt j cc j n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 4
624 whosoever had any just thoughts of the divine, or humane Nature, might reasonably have disputed, nay boldly denyed the divinity of such a Revelation. whosoever had any just thoughts of the divine, or humane Nature, might reasonably have disputed, nay boldly denied the divinity of such a Revelation. r-crq vhd d j n2 pp-f dt j-jn, cc j n1, vmd av-j vhi vvn, uh-x av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f d dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 4
625 But when on the contrary it assures us, that our Saviour came into the World with such noble and generous designs as these, to cause the displeasure of God to cease, to heal the diseases of immaterial and immortal Spirits, to repair the divine Image in them, to restore both them and the Tabernacles they sojourn'd in to their primitive Integrity and Soundness, to repair the ruins of Nature, to make the Beauties of the Creation in this lower World conspicuous, to destroy the Works of the Devil, to recover such of God's Creatures as should be found capable of a Recovery, to introduce and settle Everlasting Righteousness and Peace, But when on the contrary it assures us, that our Saviour Come into the World with such noble and generous designs as these, to cause the displeasure of God to cease, to heal the diseases of immaterial and immortal Spirits, to repair the divine Image in them, to restore both them and the Tabernacles they sojourned in to their primitive Integrity and Soundness, to repair the ruins of Nature, to make the Beauty's of the Creation in this lower World conspicuous, to destroy the Works of the devil, to recover such of God's Creatures as should be found capable of a Recovery, to introduce and settle Everlasting Righteousness and Peace, p-acp c-crq p-acp dt n-jn pn31 vvz pno12, cst po12 n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp d j cc j n2 c-acp d, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f j cc j n2, pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi d pno32 cc dt n2 pns32 vvn p-acp p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d jc n1 j, pc-acp vvi dt vvz pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi d pp-f npg1 n2 c-acp vmd vbi vvn j pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi j n1 cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 5
626 and finally to make a considerable number of the children of Men Eternally happy in the Enjoyment of their Maker; and finally to make a considerable number of the children of Men Eternally happy in the Enjoyment of their Maker; cc av-j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2 av-j j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 5
627 these are all of them things so well becoming the Majesty and the Benignity of the Everlasting Father, these Are all of them things so well becoming the Majesty and the Benignity of the Everlasting Father, d vbr d pp-f pno32 n2 av av vvg dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 5
628 and his only-begotten Son, and at the same time so beneficial and grateful to humane Nature, that we have all the reason in the World to hearken to such a Revelation as this, and his only-begotten Son, and At the same time so beneficial and grateful to humane Nature, that we have all the reason in the World to harken to such a Revelation as this, cc po31 j n1, cc p-acp dt d n1 av j cc j p-acp j n1, cst pns12 vhb d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, (6) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 5
629 and to be well dispos'd to receive it as coming from God. and to be well disposed to receive it as coming from God. cc pc-acp vbi av vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp vvg p-acp np1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 5
630 And this again renders the Saying in the Text still more credible, when we thus consider what kind of Salvation that is, which Christ Jesus offereth to Sinners. And this again renders the Saying in the Text still more credible, when we thus Consider what kind of Salvation that is, which christ jesus Offereth to Sinners. cc d av vvz dt vvg p-acp dt n1 av dc j, c-crq pns12 av vvb r-crq n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz, r-crq np1 np1 vvz p-acp n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 5
631 But because the main stress, with respect to the intrinsick Evidence of this Saying, will lie upon what I have to offer upon the third general Head I proposed, I therefore proceed to that, designing to insist more largely and particularly upon it, viz. to consider in what way and manner Christ Jesus by his coming into the world hath wrought out this Salvation for Sinners. But Because the main stress, with respect to the intrinsic Evidence of this Saying, will lie upon what I have to offer upon the third general Head I proposed, I Therefore proceed to that, designing to insist more largely and particularly upon it, viz. to Consider in what Way and manner christ jesus by his coming into the world hath wrought out this Salvation for Sinners. cc-acp p-acp dt j n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d vvg, vmb vvi p-acp r-crq pns11 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ord j n1 pns11 vvd, pns11 av vvb p-acp d, vvg pc-acp vvi av-dc av-j cc av-j p-acp pn31, n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 np1 np1 p-acp po31 vvg p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn av d n1 p-acp n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 172 Page 6
632 The Nature of Man, and the condition of Sinners, as you have heard, make it credible, that God should concern himself for their Recovery. The Nature of Man, and the condition of Sinners, as you have herd, make it credible, that God should concern himself for their Recovery. dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2, c-acp pn22 vhb vvn, vvb pn31 j, cst np1 vmd vvi px31 p-acp po32 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 173 Page 6
633 'Tis also credible, that if Almighty God should offer Salvation to Men, it would be such a kind of Salvation as I have been describing: It's also credible, that if Almighty God should offer Salvation to Men, it would be such a kind of Salvation as I have been describing: pn31|vbz av j, cst cs j-jn n1 vmd vvi n1 p-acp n2, pn31 vmd vbi d dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp pns11 vhb vbn vvg: (6) sermon (DIV1) 173 Page 6
634 But besides all this, the Method in which our Lord hath obtained this Salvation for us is so excellent in it self, But beside all this, the Method in which our Lord hath obtained this Salvation for us is so excellent in it self, cc-acp p-acp d d, dt n1 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vhz vvn d n1 p-acp pno12 vbz av j p-acp pn31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 173 Page 6
635 so suitable to the nature of things, so agreeable to all just apprehensions both concerning God and our selves, so suitable to the nature of things, so agreeable to all just apprehensions both Concerning God and our selves, av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, av j p-acp d j n2 d vvg np1 cc po12 n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 173 Page 6
636 so well accommodated to our necessities and our reasonable desires, that I am verily perswaded, nothing but a want of understanding it can occasion any reasonable man to hesitate at the belief of it. so well accommodated to our necessities and our reasonable Desires, that I am verily persuaded, nothing but a want of understanding it can occasion any reasonable man to hesitate At the belief of it. av av vvn p-acp po12 n2 cc po12 j n2, cst pns11 vbm av-j vvn, pix cc-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg pn31 vmb vvi d j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 173 Page 6
637 I am very sensible, before I enter upon this Argument, that we ignorant and weak Creatures are not able to account for the Works of our Maker. I am very sensible, before I enter upon this Argument, that we ignorant and weak Creatures Are not able to account for the Works of our Maker. pns11 vbm av j, c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp d n1, cst pns12 j cc j n2 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvz pp-f po12 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 6
638 Even the least of his Works in Creation and Providence infinitely exceeds our Comprehension; and much more the wonders of our Redemption by Jesus Christ. Even the least of his Works in Creation and Providence infinitely exceeds our Comprehension; and much more the wonders of our Redemption by jesus christ. np1 dt ds pp-f po31 vvz p-acp n1 cc n1 av-j vvz po12 n1; cc av-d av-dc dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp np1 np1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 6
639 We are not capable of diving into all the depths of this admirable Dispensation, nor of spying out all the reasons and excellencies of it. We Are not capable of diving into all the depths of this admirable Dispensation, nor of spying out all the Reasons and excellencies of it. pns12 vbr xx j pp-f vvg p-acp d dt n2 pp-f d j n1, ccx pp-f vvg av d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 6
640 But yet so much we may discern, as may cause us justly to admire and adore the divine Perfections display'd therein, But yet so much we may discern, as may cause us justly to admire and adore the divine Perfections displayed therein, p-acp av av av-d pns12 vmb vvi, c-acp vmb vvi pno12 av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j-jn n2 vvn av, (6) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 6
641 and may strongly incline us to believe the Divinity of this Revelation, even before we come to consider the external Attestation which it hath receiv'd from God. and may strongly incline us to believe the Divinity of this Revelation, even before we come to Consider the external Attestation which it hath received from God. cc vmb av-j vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, av c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi dt j n1 r-crq pn31 vhz vvn p-acp np1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 6
642 This therefore is next in order to be done, viz. to contemplate the Method in which Christ Jesus by his coming into the world saveth Sinners, and with Modesty and Reverence to inquire into the Way and Manner of our Salvation by the Gospel. This Therefore is next in order to be done, viz. to contemplate the Method in which christ jesus by his coming into the world Saveth Sinners, and with Modesty and reverence to inquire into the Way and Manner of our Salvation by the Gospel. np1 av vbz ord p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vdn, n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 np1 p-acp po31 vvg p-acp dt n1 vvz n2, cc p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 7
643 Now the most comprehensive Notion we can frame to our selves of our blessed Saviour's Undertaking is, that he acted as a Mediator between God and Men; Now the most comprehensive Notion we can frame to our selves of our blessed Saviour's Undertaking is, that he acted as a Mediator between God and Men; av dt av-ds j n1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n2 pp-f po12 j-vvn ng1 vvg vbz, cst pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 cc n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 7
644 and therefore by considering what the Office of a Mediator is, and how our Lord executed that Office, we shall be the better able to understand the Method of our Salvation by him. and Therefore by considering what the Office of a Mediator is, and how our Lord executed that Office, we shall be the better able to understand the Method of our Salvation by him. cc av p-acp vvg r-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz, cc c-crq po12 n1 vvn d n1, pns12 vmb vbi dt jc j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp pno31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 7
645 That our Lord sustein'd the Character of a Mediator, is evident from the account we have of his Undertaking, throughout the Scriptures. That our Lord sustained the Character of a Mediator, is evident from the account we have of his Undertaking, throughout the Scriptures. cst po12 n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz j p-acp dt n1 pns12 vhb pp-f po31 n-vvg, p-acp dt n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 7
646 Those Persons, who in the Old Testament are mention'd as Types and Representatives of the Messiah, were divers of them a sort of Mediators between God and the People of Israel. Moses the great Lawgiver of the Jews was apparently a Figure of Christ in this respect; Those Persons, who in the Old Testament Are mentioned as Types and Representatives of the Messiah, were diverse of them a sort of Mediators between God and the People of Israel. Moses the great Lawgiver of the jews was apparently a Figure of christ in this respect; d n2, r-crq p-acp dt j n1 vbr vvn p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f dt np1, vbdr j pp-f pno32 dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp np1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1. np1 dt j n1 pp-f dt np2 vbds av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 7
647 as he managed all affairs between God and that People, receiving and delivering Messages from God to them, as he managed all affairs between God and that People, receiving and delivering Messages from God to them, c-acp pns31 vvd d n2 p-acp np1 cc d n1, vvg cc vvg n2 p-acp np1 p-acp pno32, (6) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 7
648 and again presenting their Addresses to God, and frequently making supplications on their behalf. and again presenting their Addresses to God, and frequently making supplications on their behalf. cc av vvg po32 n2 p-acp np1, cc av-j vvg n2 p-acp po32 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 7
649 And therefore the Apostle gives him this Title, when he says, that the Law was ordain'd by Angels, in the hands of a Mediator, meaning Moses. The Levitical Priests were so many Types of our Lord, And Therefore the Apostle gives him this Title, when he Says, that the Law was ordained by Angels, in the hands of a Mediator, meaning Moses. The Levitical Priests were so many Types of our Lord, cc av dt n1 vvz pno31 d n1, c-crq pns31 vvz, cst dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvg np1. dt j n2 vbdr av d n2 pp-f po12 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 7
650 as they were a sort of Mediators between God and the Israelites, being appointed to expound the Law of God to them, to bless them in his Name, as they were a sort of Mediators between God and the Israelites, being appointed to expound the Law of God to them, to bless them in his Name, c-acp pns32 vbdr dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp np1 cc dt np2, vbg vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 7
651 and to offer up Sacrifices together with Prayers and Praises to God upon their account. and to offer up Sacrifices together with Prayers and Praises to God upon their account. cc pc-acp vvi a-acp n2 av p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp np1 p-acp po32 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 7
652 Their High-Priest had in an eminent manner this Character, exercising the Mediatorial Function, as a special representative of the Messiah, Their High-Priest had in an eminent manner this Character, exercising the Mediatorial Function, as a special representative of the Messiah, po32 n1 vhd p-acp dt j n1 d n1, vvg dt np1 n1, c-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 8
653 when he went alone once every year into the second Tabernacle, or holy of holies, upon the great day of Expiation, not without bloud, which he offer'd not only for himself, but also for the errors of the People. when he went alone once every year into the second Tabernacle, or holy of holies, upon the great day of Expiation, not without blood, which he offered not only for himself, but also for the errors of the People. c-crq pns31 vvd av-j a-acp d n1 p-acp dt ord n1, cc j pp-f n2-jn, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, xx p-acp n1, r-crq pns31 vvd xx av-j p-acp px31, p-acp av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 8
654 As to the New Testament, it may seem superfluous to recite from thence any particular Proofs, that our Saviour acted as a Mediator between God and Men; As to the New Testament, it may seem superfluous to recite from thence any particular Proofs, that our Saviour acted as a Mediator between God and Men; p-acp p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vmb vvi j pc-acp vvi p-acp av d j n2, cst po12 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 cc n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 177 Page 8
655 'tis his Character throughout that Volume. it's his Character throughout that Volume. pn31|vbz po31 n1 p-acp d n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 177 Page 8
656 There is, saith St. Paul, One God, and one Mediator between God and Men, the Man Christ Jesus. There is, Says Saint Paul, One God, and one Mediator between God and Men, the Man christ jesus. pc-acp vbz, vvz n1 np1, crd np1, cc crd n1 p-acp np1 cc n2, dt n1 np1 np1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 177 Page 8
657 The Author to the Hebrews making a comparison between the High-Priests under the Law, and our great High-Priest under the Gospel, saith of him, that he hath obtain'd a more excellent Ministry than theirs, by how much also he is the Mediator of a better Covenant. The Author to the Hebrews making a comparison between the High priests under the Law, and our great High-Priest under the Gospel, Says of him, that he hath obtained a more excellent Ministry than theirs, by how much also he is the Mediator of a better Covenant. dt n1 p-acp dt np1 vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1, cc po12 j n1 p-acp dt n1, vvz pp-f pno31, cst pns31 vhz vvn dt av-dc j n1 cs png32, p-acp c-crq av-d av pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt jc n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 177 Page 8
658 He calls him again more than once, the Mediator of the New Testament, or Covenant. And to add no more, St. Paul, though he does not there use the Word Mediator, yet he expresses the sense of it very emphatically, where he says, There is but one God, the Father, of whom are all things and we NONLATINALPHABET for, or to him: He calls him again more than once, the Mediator of the New Testament, or Covenant. And to add no more, Saint Paul, though he does not there use the Word Mediator, yet he Expresses the sense of it very emphatically, where he Says, There is but one God, the Father, of whom Are all things and we for, or to him: pns31 vvz pno31 av av-dc cs a-acp, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc n1. cc pc-acp vvi av-dx av-dc, n1 np1, c-acp pns31 vdz xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 n1, av pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f pn31 av av-j, c-crq pns31 vvz, pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd np1, dt n1, pp-f r-crq vbr d n2 cc pns12 p-acp, cc p-acp pno31: (6) sermon (DIV1) 177 Page 8
659 and one Lord Jesus Christ, by whom are all things, and we NONLATINALPHABET by him; in which words he evidently opposeth the one Lord or Mediator of Christians, to the many Lords, or Mediators of the Gentiles, mention'd in the preceding Verse; and one Lord jesus christ, by whom Are all things, and we by him; in which words he evidently Opposeth the one Lord or Mediator of Christians, to the many lords, or Mediators of the Gentiles, mentioned in the preceding Verse; cc crd n1 np1 np1, p-acp ro-crq vbr d n2, cc pns12 p-acp pno31; p-acp r-crq n2 pns31 av-j vvz dt crd n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt d n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n2-j, vvn p-acp dt j-vvg n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 177 Page 8
660 and in saying that all things, particularly we Christians are by him, he plainly gives him the Character of a Mediator. and in saying that all things, particularly we Christians Are by him, he plainly gives him the Character of a Mediator. cc p-acp vvg cst d n2, av-j pns12 np1 vbr p-acp pno31, pns31 av-j vvz pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 177 Page 8
661 What the Office of a Mediator is, we all know, viz. to make up a difference between two Parties, and in order to that, equitably and impartially to consider the real Interests and the just pretensions on each side, What the Office of a Mediator is, we all know, viz. to make up a difference between two Parties, and in order to that, equitably and impartially to Consider the real Interests and the just pretensions on each side, q-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz, pns12 d vvb, n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp crd n2, cc p-acp n1 p-acp d, av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi dt j n2 cc dt j n2 p-acp d n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 9
662 and to transact matters so, that both may be satisfied; and to transact matters so, that both may be satisfied; cc pc-acp vvi n2 av, cst d vmb vbi vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 9
663 that if any injury has been done, it may, as far as 'tis possible, be repaired; that if any injury has been done, it may, as Far as it's possible, be repaired; cst cs d n1 vhz vbn vdn, pn31 vmb, c-acp av-j c-acp pn31|vbz j, vbb vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 9
664 that whatsoever displeasure has been conceiv'd may be remov'd; that whatsoever mischief has been produc'd, it may be prevented for the future; that whatsoever displeasure has been conceived may be removed; that whatsoever mischief has been produced, it may be prevented for the future; cst r-crq n1 vhz vbn vvn vmb vbi vvn; cst r-crq n1 vhz vbn vvn, pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 9
665 in a word, that all things may be managed suitably to the condition, and agreeably to the expectation of the Parties concern'd. in a word, that all things may be managed suitably to the condition, and agreeably to the expectation of the Parties concerned. p-acp dt n1, cst d n2 vmb vbi vvn av-j p-acp dt n1, cc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 9
666 But before we come to consider the particular way and manner in which our great Mediator hath discharg'd this his Undertaking, it may not be amiss first to shew in the general, that it was perfectly agreeable both to the nature of God, But before we come to Consider the particular Way and manner in which our great Mediator hath discharged this his Undertaking, it may not be amiss First to show in the general, that it was perfectly agreeable both to the nature of God, p-acp a-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq po12 j n1 vhz vvn d po31 n-vvg, pn31 vmb xx vbi av ord p-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cst pn31 vbds av-j j av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 9
667 and of fallen Man, that there should be a Mediator to transact this great affair of reconciling this Apostate Creature to his Maker. and of fallen Man, that there should be a Mediator to transact this great affair of reconciling this Apostate Creature to his Maker. cc pp-f j-vvn n1, cst a-acp vmd vbi dt n1 pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f n-vvg d n1 n1 p-acp po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 9
668 That this hath been the general Apprehension of Mankind, that it becomes us to approach to God by a Mediator, is fully evident from all the Records of antient and almost universal Practice. That this hath been the general Apprehension of Mankind, that it becomes us to approach to God by a Mediator, is Fully evident from all the Records of ancient and almost universal Practice. cst d vhz vbn dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst pn31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, vbz av-j j p-acp d dt n2 pp-f j cc av j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 9
669 The Distinction between NONLATINALPHABET and NONLATINALPHABET, the superior Gods, and Daemons, among the Pagan Theologers is well known, The Distinction between and, the superior God's, and Daemons, among the Pagan Theologers is well known, dt n1 p-acp cc, dt j-jn n2, cc n2, p-acp dt j-jn n2 vbz av vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 9
670 and how they made the latter a sort of Mediators between the Gods and Men. and how they made the latter a sort of Mediators between the God's and Men. cc c-crq pns32 vvd dt d dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n2 cc n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 9
671 Plutarch is very express to this purpose, where he mentions the NONLATINALPHABET, and he only makes it a Question, whether those who asserted this Doctrine deriv'd it from Zoroaster and the Magi, or from Orpheus and the Thracians, or whether it had an Egyptian or Phrygian original; Plutarch is very express to this purpose, where he mentions the, and he only makes it a Question, whither those who asserted this Doctrine derived it from Zoroaster and the Magi, or from Orpheus and the Thracians, or whither it had an Egyptian or Phrygian original; np1 vbz av j p-acp d n1, c-crq pns31 n2 dt, cc pns31 av-j vvz pn31 dt n1, cs d r-crq vvn d n1 vvd pn31 p-acp np1 cc dt n2, cc p-acp np1 cc dt njp2, cc cs pn31 vhd dt jp cc jp j-jn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 9
672 but he takes it for granted it was of the utmost Antiquity, and venerable upon that account, but he Takes it for granted it was of the utmost Antiquity, and venerable upon that account, cc-acp pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp vvn pn31 vbds pp-f dt j n1, cc j p-acp d n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 10
673 as well as reasonable in it self. as well as reasonable in it self. c-acp av c-acp j p-acp pn31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 10
674 And even those Pagan Philosophers, who conceiv'd most worthily of the Divine Nature, and acknowledg'd one Supreme God over all, And even those Pagan Philosophers, who conceived most worthily of the Divine Nature, and acknowledged one Supreme God over all, cc av d j-jn n2, r-crq vvd ds av-j pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc vvn crd j n1 p-acp d, (6) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 10
675 yet at the same time allowed and practis'd the worship of inferior Deities, as a kind of Mediators between the Sovereign God and mortal men, yet At the same time allowed and practised the worship of inferior Deities, as a kind of Mediators between the Sovereign God and Mortal men, av p-acp dt d n1 vvn cc vvn dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt j-jn np1 cc j-jn n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 10
676 as it were easie to shew from the School of Plato. as it were easy to show from the School of Plato. c-acp pn31 vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 10
677 As to the original of this Notion, and particularly whether it became so universal from a primitive Tradition, ever since the Promise made to our first Parents, of the seed of the woman, and the appointment of expiatory Sacrifices (as is probable) at the same time, I shall not venture to determine; As to the original of this Notion, and particularly whither it became so universal from a primitive Tradition, ever since the Promise made to our First Parents, of the seed of the woman, and the appointment of expiatory Sacrifices (as is probable) At the same time, I shall not venture to determine; p-acp p-acp dt n-jn pp-f d n1, cc av-j cs pn31 vvd av j p-acp dt j n1, av c-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp po12 ord n2, pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f j n2 (c-acp vbz j) p-acp dt d n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi; (6) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 10
678 tho' to such with whom the Scripture Records have their just weight this appears most likely. though to such with whom the Scripture Records have their just weight this appears most likely. cs p-acp d p-acp ro-crq dt n1 n2 vhb po32 j n1 d vvz av-ds j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 10
679 But be that as it will; But be that as it will; p-acp vbi d c-acp pn31 vmb; (6) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 10
680 what I at present insist upon is, that this is agreeable to the natural Apprehensions of Mankind; what I At present insist upon is, that this is agreeable to the natural Apprehensions of Mankind; r-crq pns11 p-acp j vvi p-acp vbz, cst d vbz j p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 10
681 insomuch that though the Pagan Theologers exceedingly err'd in appointing to themselves Mediators, whom God never intended, nor could approve; insomuch that though the Pagan Theologers exceedingly erred in appointing to themselves Mediators, whom God never intended, nor could approve; av cst cs dt j-jn n2 av-vvg vvn p-acp vvg p-acp px32 n2, ro-crq np1 av-x vvd, ccx vmd vvi; (6) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 10
682 yet they had good ground for conceiving a Mediator necessary, at least highly expedient, between the divine Majesty, yet they had good ground for conceiving a Mediator necessary, At least highly expedient, between the divine Majesty, av pns32 vhd j n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 j, p-acp ds av-j j, p-acp dt j-jn n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 10
683 and the sinful children of Men. It ought not to pass for a Mistake or a Prejudice taken up without reason; and the sinful children of Men. It ought not to pass for a Mistake or a Prejudice taken up without reason; cc dt j n2 pp-f n2. pn31 vmd xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 vvn a-acp p-acp n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 10
684 but for a natural and just apprehension, as will plainly appear, if we contemplate the Perfection of the divine Nature, but for a natural and just apprehension, as will plainly appear, if we contemplate the Perfection of the divine Nature, cc-acp p-acp dt j cc j n1, c-acp vmb av-j vvi, cs pns12 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 10
685 or the Imperfection of our own. We conceive of God, as a pure Spirit, Eternal, Incomprehensible, Infinite in all Perfection: or the Imperfection of our own. We conceive of God, as a pure Spirit, Eternal, Incomprehensible, Infinite in all Perfection: cc dt n1 pp-f po12 d. pns12 vvb pp-f np1, c-acp dt j n1, j, j, j p-acp d n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 10
686 We feel our selves dependent, indigent, weak Creatures, at an infinite distance from him who made us. We feel our selves dependent, indigent, weak Creatures, At an infinite distance from him who made us. pns12 vvb po12 n2 j-jn, j, j n2, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno31 r-crq vvd pno12. (6) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 11
687 And although, if we had retain'd our Native Integrity, the consideration of the divine Goodness, and our own Innocency, might have embolden'd us to approach to him with freedom: And although, if we had retained our Native Integrity, the consideration of the divine goodness, and our own Innocency, might have emboldened us to approach to him with freedom: cc cs, cs pns12 vhd vvn po12 j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc po12 d n1, vmd vhi vvn pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 11
688 yet being farther apprehensive of his infinite Purity, and intimately conscious of our Apostacy from him, yet being farther apprehensive of his infinite Purity, and intimately conscious of our Apostasy from him, av vbg av-jc j pp-f po31 j n1, cc av-j j pp-f po12 n1 p-acp pno31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 11
689 and the impurity and disorder we have contracted thereby, we must needs be asham'd and afraid to approach to him of our selves, and the impurity and disorder we have contracted thereby, we must needs be ashamed and afraid to approach to him of our selves, cc dt n1 cc n1 pns12 vhb vvn av, pns12 vmb av vbi j cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 pp-f po12 n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 11
690 and we cannot but wish that we could meet with some Person worthy and fit to mediate between him and us, who would be so kind as to offer us his Assistance, and we cannot but wish that we could meet with Some Person worthy and fit to mediate between him and us, who would be so kind as to offer us his Assistance, cc pns12 vmbx p-acp vvi cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp d n1 j cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 cc pno12, r-crq vmd vbi av j c-acp pc-acp vvi pno12 po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 11
691 and introduce us again into his Presence and Favor. and introduce us again into his Presence and Favour. cc vvi pno12 av p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 11
692 This was that, (as I took notice in my former Lecture) which, according to the account of Moses, caus'd our first Parents to hide themselves from the face of God, This was that, (as I took notice in my former Lecture) which, according to the account of Moses, caused our First Parents to hide themselves from the face of God, d vbds d, (c-acp pns11 vvd n1 p-acp po11 j n1) q-crq, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvd po12 ord n2 pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 11
693 and tremble when they heard his voice, as soon as ever they were conscious of having transgress'd his Law, and thereupon felt themselves naked. and tremble when they herd his voice, as soon as ever they were conscious of having transgressed his Law, and thereupon felt themselves naked. cc vvb c-crq pns32 vvd po31 n1, c-acp av c-acp av pns32 vbdr j pp-f vhg vvn po31 n1, cc av vvn px32 j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 11
694 And 'tis the very same thing, which makes every Sinner, instead of repenting and returning to God, be apt still to run farther from him; And it's the very same thing, which makes every Sinner, instead of repenting and returning to God, be apt still to run farther from him; cc pn31|vbz dt av d n1, r-crq vvz d n1, av pp-f vvg cc vvg p-acp np1, vbb j av pc-acp vvi av-jc p-acp pno31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 11
695 his guilt, as well as his corrupt inclination, rendering him shy of approaching to him, or hoping in him. his guilt, as well as his corrupt inclination, rendering him shy of approaching to him, or hoping in him. po31 n1, c-acp av c-acp po31 j n1, vvg pno31 j pp-f vvg p-acp pno31, cc vvg p-acp pno31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 11
696 For although, what I have before observ'd is true, viz. that 'tis both natural and reasonable to hope, that so good a Being as God is, would find out some way, For although, what I have before observed is true, viz. that it's both natural and reasonable to hope, that so good a Being as God is, would find out Some Way, p-acp cs, r-crq pns11 vhb a-acp vvn vbz j, n1 cst pn31|vbz d j cc j pc-acp vvi, cst av j dt vbg p-acp np1 vbz, vmd vvi av d n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 11
697 for the Recovery of such Creatures as fallen Men are; for the Recovery of such Creatures as fallen Men Are; c-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 c-acp vvn n2 vbr; (6) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 12
698 yet 'tis as natural and reasonable to be fill'd with shame and Fear, in the sense of having offended this great and good Being, yet it's as natural and reasonable to be filled with shame and fear, in the sense of having offended this great and good Being, av pn31|vbz p-acp j cc j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vhg vvn d j cc j vbg, (6) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 12
699 and to wish that some one might be found out to interpose between him and us. and to wish that Some one might be found out to interpose between him and us. cc pc-acp vvi cst d crd vmd vbi vvn av pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 cc pno12. (6) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 12
700 And therefore Job speaks the language of Nature, who, though he were as apprehensive as any Man of the divine Goodness, And Therefore Job speaks the language of Nature, who, though he were as apprehensive as any Man of the divine goodness, cc av np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq, cs pns31 vbdr a-acp j c-acp d n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 12
701 and conscious of his own Integrity in the main; yet considering the greatness of God's Majesty, and his own weakness, both as a Man, and conscious of his own Integrity in the main; yet considering the greatness of God's Majesty, and his own weakness, both as a Man, cc j pp-f po31 d n1 p-acp dt j; av vvg dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc po31 d n1, d c-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 12
702 and a Sinner, and at present in great distress, he makes this a part of his complaint, He is not a Man, and a Sinner, and At present in great distress, he makes this a part of his complaint, He is not a Man, cc dt n1, cc p-acp j p-acp j n1, pns31 vvz d dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vbz xx dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 12
703 as I am, that I should answer him, and we should come together in judgment; as I am, that I should answer him, and we should come together in judgement; c-acp pns11 vbm, cst pns11 vmd vvi pno31, cc pns12 vmd vvi av p-acp n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 12
704 neither is there any Days-man (the Septuagint uses the very word NONLATINALPHABET Mediator) between us, who might lay his hand upon us both. neither is there any Dayman (the septuagint uses the very word Mediator) between us, who might lay his hand upon us both. av-dx vbz pc-acp d n1 (dt n1 vvz dt j n1 n1) p-acp pno12, r-crq vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno12 d. (6) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 12
705 That this is really the sense of Nature, may yet farther appear, in that amongst Men it is always reputed fit and decent, That this is really the sense of Nature, may yet farther appear, in that among Men it is always reputed fit and decent, cst d vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, vmb av jc vvb, p-acp cst p-acp n2 pn31 vbz av vvn j cc j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 184 Page 12
706 and the properest Method for attaining our end, that an Inferior, who has injured or disoblig'd his Superior, should attempt a Reconciliation, by the interposal of some third Person well known to them both. and the properest Method for attaining our end, that an Inferior, who has injured or disobliged his Superior, should attempt a Reconciliation, by the interposal of Some third Person well known to them both. cc dt js n1 p-acp vvg po12 n1, cst dt j-jn, r-crq vhz vvn cc vvn po31 j-jn, vmd vvi dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d ord n1 av vvn p-acp pno32 d. (6) sermon (DIV1) 184 Page 12
707 If a Child by gross Neglect or wilful Disobedience has incurr'd the displeasure of a Parent, notwithstanding his knowledge and experience of his Parents Affection and Tenderness, 'tis very natural for him to desire some good Friend, who has an Interest in his Parent, If a Child by gross Neglect or wilful Disobedience has incurred the displeasure of a Parent, notwithstanding his knowledge and experience of his Parents Affection and Tenderness, it's very natural for him to desire Some good Friend, who has an Interest in his Parent, cs dt n1 p-acp j vvb cc j n1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp po31 n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1 cc n1, pn31|vbz av j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi d j n1, r-crq vhz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 184 Page 12
708 and is more his equal, to mediate in his behalf. and is more his equal, to mediate in his behalf. cc vbz av-dc po31 j-jn, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 184 Page 12
709 If a Subject has rebell'd against his Prince, and thereby dishonor'd and offended him, be the Prince never so famous for his goodness and clemency, If a Subject has rebelled against his Prince, and thereby dishonoured and offended him, be the Prince never so famous for his Goodness and clemency, cs dt j-jn vhz vvd p-acp po31 n1, cc av vvn cc vvn pno31, vbb dt n1 av-x av j p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 184 Page 13
710 yet the Rebel is naturally afraid to approach him, without the intercession of some prevalent Friend at Court. yet the Rebel is naturally afraid to approach him, without the Intercession of Some prevalent Friend At Court. av dt n1 vbz av-j j pc-acp vvi pno31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 184 Page 13
711 And in each of these Cases, both the Father and the Prince judge it to be more fit and decent, they better like and approve this manner of proceeding, And in each of these Cases, both the Father and the Prince judge it to be more fit and decent, they better like and approve this manner of proceeding, cc p-acp d pp-f d n2, d dt n1 cc dt n1 vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi av-dc j cc j, pns32 jc av-j cc vvi d n1 pp-f vvg, (6) sermon (DIV1) 184 Page 13
712 than if the undutiful Child or Subject should boldly and confidently intrude themselves into their presence. than if the undutiful Child or Subject should boldly and confidently intrude themselves into their presence. cs cs dt j n1 cc n-jn vmd av-j cc av-j vvi px32 p-acp po32 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 184 Page 13
713 And it is lookt upon by all, as more for the Honor of the Superior, as well as the satisfaction of the Inferior, that this course should be taken. And it is looked upon by all, as more for the Honour of the Superior, as well as the satisfaction of the Inferior, that this course should be taken. cc pn31 vbz vvn p-acp p-acp d, c-acp av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn, c-acp av c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn, cst d n1 vmd vbi vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 184 Page 13
714 It doth right to the one, by rendering his Authority more awful for the future; as well as it relieves the other, by affording him assistance suitable to his distress, and agreeable to his wishes. It does right to the one, by rendering his authority more awful for the future; as well as it relieves the other, by affording him assistance suitable to his distress, and agreeable to his wishes. pn31 vdz vvi p-acp dt pi, p-acp vvg po31 n1 av-dc j p-acp dt j-jn; c-acp av c-acp pn31 vvz dt j-jn, p-acp vvg pno31 n1 j p-acp po31 n1, cc j p-acp po31 n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 184 Page 13
715 And if it be thus amongst Men, why should it not much more be thought a reasonable way of proceeding between the great and holy God, and his apostate Creatures; And if it be thus among Men, why should it not much more be Thought a reasonable Way of proceeding between the great and holy God, and his apostate Creatures; cc cs pn31 vbb av p-acp n2, q-crq vmd pn31 xx av-d dc vbb vvn dt j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt j cc j np1, cc po31 n1 n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 13
716 when the universal Parent hath been disoblig'd by his Offspring, and the Supreme Lord of all disobey'd by his Subjects? when the universal Parent hath been disobliged by his Offspring, and the Supreme Lord of all disobeyed by his Subject's? c-crq dt j n1 vhz vbn vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f d vvn p-acp po31 n2-jn? (6) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 13
717 There is not indeed upon all accounts the same use of a Mediator between God and Men, There is not indeed upon all accounts the same use of a Mediator between God and Men, pc-acp vbz xx av p-acp d n2 dt d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 cc n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 186 Page 13
718 as between one Man and another. A Mediator between Men may be often necessary to remove unreasonable Prejudices; as between one Man and Another. A Mediator between Men may be often necessary to remove unreasonable Prejudices; c-acp p-acp crd n1 cc j-jn. dt n1 p-acp n2 vmb vbi av j pc-acp vvi j n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 186 Page 13
719 to rectifie Mistakes and Misapprehensions, which may have been taken up without cause; to rectify Mistakes and Misapprehensions, which may have been taken up without cause; pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2, r-crq vmb vhi vbn vvn a-acp p-acp n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 186 Page 13
720 or to allay inordinate Passions, which may have been raised on one side as well as the other. or to allay inordinate Passion, which may have been raised on one side as well as the other. cc pc-acp vvi j n2, r-crq vmb vhi vbn vvn p-acp crd n1 c-acp av c-acp dt n-jn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 186 Page 13
721 But in God, none of these things can be conceiv'd; He can have no unreasonable Prejudices against his Creatures; no Misapprehensions concerning them; But in God, none of these things can be conceived; He can have no unreasonable Prejudices against his Creatures; no Misapprehensions Concerning them; p-acp p-acp np1, pix pp-f d n2 vmb vbi vvn; pns31 vmb vhi dx j n2 p-acp po31 n2; dx n2 vvg pno32; (6) sermon (DIV1) 186 Page 13
722 no inordinate Passions with respect to them: but still it may be for the honor of God, and consequently to his satisfaction; no inordinate Passion with respect to them: but still it may be for the honour of God, and consequently to his satisfaction; uh-x j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno32: cc-acp av pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av-j p-acp po31 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 186 Page 14
723 as well as for the benefit of the Sinner, that a Mediator should interpose between them, as well as for the benefit of the Sinner, that a Mediator should interpose between them, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno32, (6) sermon (DIV1) 186 Page 14
724 as I shall presently endeavour to shew more fully. as I shall presently endeavour to show more Fully. c-acp pns11 vmb av-j vvi pc-acp vvi av-dc av-j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 186 Page 14
725 Thus much I thought fit to premise with respect to this Method of our Salvation in the general, viz. to shew the agreeableness and fitness of our Saviour's susteining the Character of a Mediator, both with respect to God and Man. Thus much I Thought fit to premise with respect to this Method of our Salvation in the general, viz. to show the agreeableness and fitness of our Saviour's sustaining the Character of a Mediator, both with respect to God and Man. av av-d pns11 vvd j p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 ng1 vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, d p-acp n1 p-acp np1 cc n1 (6) sermon (DIV1) 186 Page 14
726 I proceed now to consider more particularly, the way in which our Saviour hath executed this Office, according as the Gospel represents the matter, I proceed now to Consider more particularly, the Way in which our Saviour hath executed this Office, according as the Gospel represents the matter, pns11 vvb av pc-acp vvi av-dc av-j, dt n1 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vhz vvn d n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 187 Page 14
727 and to evince, that upon this account also, This is a faithful Saying, &c. According to the account I have already given of the Office of a Mediator, there must be these two general Designs, which our Saviour must be suppos'd to have carried on in the Execution of it. and to evince, that upon this account also, This is a faithful Saying, etc. According to the account I have already given of the Office of a Mediator, there must be these two general Designs, which our Saviour must be supposed to have carried on in the Execution of it. cc pc-acp vvi, cst p-acp d n1 av, d vbz dt j vvg, av vvg p-acp dt n1 pns11 vhb av vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, a-acp vmb vbi d crd j n2, r-crq po12 n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vhi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 187 Page 14
728 To do whatsoever might satisfie Almighty God, in order to his being reconcil'd to fallen Men. To do whatsoever might satisfy Almighty God, in order to his being reconciled to fallen Men. pc-acp vdi r-crq vmd vvi j-jn np1, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 vbg vvn p-acp j-vvn n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 14
729 And To do also whatsoever should be found necessary in behalf of fallen Men, in order to the reconciling them to God. And To do also whatsoever should be found necessary in behalf of fallen Men, in order to the reconciling them to God. cc pc-acp vdi av r-crq vmd vbi vvn j p-acp n1 pp-f j-vvn n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pno32 p-acp np1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 188 Page 14
730 To do whatsoever might satisfie Almighty God, in order to his being reconcil'd to fallen Men. To do whatsoever might satisfy Almighty God, in order to his being reconciled to fallen Men. pc-acp vdi r-crq vmd vvi j-jn np1, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 vbg vvn p-acp j-vvn n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 189 Page 14
731 Almighty God, both as he is a Being infinitely greater than his Creatures, and as he was the Person offended, ought first to be consider'd in the Mediation, which was to be transacted; Almighty God, both as he is a Being infinitely greater than his Creatures, and as he was the Person offended, ought First to be considered in the Mediation, which was to be transacted; np1 np1, d c-acp pns31 vbz dt vbg av-j jc cs po31 n2, cc c-acp pns31 vbds dt n1 vvn, pi ord pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbds pc-acp vbi vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 15
732 and if any thing should be found necessary, or highly expedient to be done, in order to the giving him just Satisfaction in the case, this in all reason should be a principal part of the Mediator's care. and if any thing should be found necessary, or highly expedient to be done, in order to the giving him just Satisfaction in the case, this in all reason should be a principal part of the Mediator's care. cc cs d n1 vmd vbi vvn j, cc av-j j pc-acp vbi vdn, p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg pno31 j n1 p-acp dt n1, d p-acp d n1 vmd vbi dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 190 Page 15
733 Now as to this, some perhaps might be apt to think, that nothing more could be requisite towards the giving Satisfaction to God, Now as to this, Some perhaps might be apt to think, that nothing more could be requisite towards the giving Satisfaction to God, av c-acp p-acp d, d av vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi, cst pix dc vmd vbi j p-acp dt vvg n1 p-acp np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 191 Page 15
734 than the bringing the fallen Creature to Repentance and Amendment. than the bringing the fallen Creature to Repentance and Amendment. cs dt vvg dt j-vvn n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 191 Page 15
735 For what can in reason be expected from a weak and fallible Creature, such as Man is, who was drawn into Sin in the manner I have before express'd, For what can in reason be expected from a weak and fallible Creature, such as Man is, who was drawn into since in the manner I have before expressed, p-acp q-crq vmb p-acp n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1, d c-acp n1 vbz, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pns11 vhb a-acp vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 191 Page 15
736 but that he should become throughly sensible of his folly and guilt, humbly make his acknowledgments to his Creator, but that he should become thoroughly sensible of his folly and guilt, humbly make his acknowledgments to his Creator, cc-acp cst pns31 vmd vvi av-j j pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, av-j vvi po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 191 Page 15
737 and for the future endeavour to behave himself better? And how can we suppose, that a God of infinite Goodness, should not take this as full Satisfaction from his Creature? and for the future endeavour to behave himself better? And how can we suppose, that a God of infinite goodness, should not take this as full Satisfaction from his Creature? cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi px31 av-jc? cc q-crq vmb pns12 vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f j n1, vmd xx vvi d p-acp j n1 p-acp po31 n1? (6) sermon (DIV1) 191 Page 15
738 This by a first and superficial view of the case, some men may be apt to imagine: This by a First and superficial view of the case, Some men may be apt to imagine: d p-acp dt ord cc j n1 pp-f dt n1, d n2 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi: (6) sermon (DIV1) 192 Page 15
739 but if they would look more thorowly into it, and consider the matter to the bottom, they might easily see reason to alter their Judgments. but if they would look more thoroughly into it, and Consider the matter to the bottom, they might Easily see reason to altar their Judgments. cc-acp cs pns32 vmd vvi av-dc av-j p-acp pn31, cc vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmd av-j vvi n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 192 Page 15
740 I readily allow, that this is all that can be expected from the Sinner, 'tis all he can do on his part, I readily allow, that this is all that can be expected from the Sinner, it's all he can do on his part, pns11 av-j vvb, cst d vbz d cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, pn31|vbz d pns31 vmb vdi p-acp po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 15
741 and a God of infinite goodness will no doubt approve of such his behaviour: and a God of infinite Goodness will no doubt approve of such his behaviour: cc dt n1 pp-f j n1 vmb dx n1 vvi pp-f d po31 n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 15
742 but notwithstanding all this, there may be something farther necessary, or at least highly fit to be done for the honor of Almighty God, but notwithstanding all this, there may be something farther necessary, or At least highly fit to be done for the honour of Almighty God, cc-acp p-acp d d, pc-acp vmb vbi pi jc j, cc p-acp ds av-j j pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 16
743 and which he may therefore determine shall be done for his Satisfaction, before he will enter upon new Terms with his Apostate Creature. For instance; and which he may Therefore determine shall be done for his Satisfaction, before he will enter upon new Terms with his Apostate Creature. For instance; cc r-crq pns31 vmb av vvi vmb vbi vdn p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp j n2 p-acp po31 n1 n1. p-acp n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 193 Page 16
744 There are two of the divine Attributes, to which more especially Honor ought to be done in this case, There Are two of the divine Attributes, to which more especially Honour ought to be done in this case, pc-acp vbr crd pp-f dt j-jn n2, p-acp r-crq n1 av-j vvi pi pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp d n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 194 Page 16
745 namely the Holiness of God, and his Justice as Governor of the World. The Holiness of God. namely the Holiness of God, and his justice as Governor of the World. The Holiness of God. av dt n1 pp-f np1, cc po31 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1. dt n1 pp-f np1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 194 Page 16
746 The Epithet Holy is frequently annexed to the sacred Name of God in Scripture, under which are comprehended all the Moral Perfections of the divine Nature, particularly his entire love of goodness, The Epithet Holy is frequently annexed to the sacred Name of God in Scripture, under which Are comprehended all the Moral Perfections of the divine Nature, particularly his entire love of Goodness, dt n1 j vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, p-acp r-crq vbr vvn d dt j n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, av-j po31 j n1 pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 16
747 and his irreconcileable hatred of all Evil, or Sin. Hence he is said by the Prophet, to be of purer Eyes than to behold evil, and that he cannot look on iniquity. and his Irreconcilable hatred of all Evil, or Sin. Hence he is said by the Prophet, to be of Purer Eyes than to behold evil, and that he cannot look on iniquity. cc po31 j n1 pp-f d n-jn, cc np1 av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbi pp-f jc n2 cs pc-acp vvi j-jn, cc d pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 16
748 He is frequently represented as hating sin, and even the workers of iniquity, for their works sake; He is frequently represented as hating since, and even the workers of iniquity, for their works sake; pns31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp vvg n1, cc j dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp po32 n2 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 16
749 as being offended, troubled, and, to speak after the manner of men, griev'd at his heart, at the folly and wickedness of Mankind. as being offended, troubled, and, to speak After the manner of men, grieved At his heart, At the folly and wickedness of Mankind. c-acp vbg vvn, j-vvn, cc, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vvn p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 16
750 All which denotes, although no passion in God, nor ill-will to his Creatures, of both which the Perfection of his Nature renders him uncapable; All which denotes, although no passion in God, nor ill-will to his Creatures, of both which the Perfection of his Nature renders him uncapable; av-d r-crq vvz, cs dx n1 p-acp np1, ccx n1 p-acp po31 n2, pp-f d r-crq dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvz pno31 j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 16
751 yet a fixed contrariety and aversion in the divine Nature to all Moral Evil, and on the contrary a full approbation of, yet a fixed contrariety and aversion in the divine Nature to all Moral Evil, and on the contrary a full approbation of, av dt j-vvn n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp d j n-jn, cc p-acp dt j-jn dt j n1 pp-f, (6) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 16
752 and inexpressible love to all Moral Good. And Reason, as well as Scripture, assures us this must be so. and inexpressible love to all Moral Good. And Reason, as well as Scripture, assures us this must be so. cc j n1 p-acp d j j. cc n1, c-acp av c-acp n1, vvz pno12 d vmb vbi av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 196 Page 16
753 For if there be so much unworthiness, baseness, and deformity in Sin, as I have shew'd in my former discourse; For if there be so much unworthiness, baseness, and deformity in since, as I have showed in my former discourse; p-acp cs pc-acp vbi av av-d n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp po11 j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 17
754 if it be so opposite to the nature both of God and his Creature; if it be so opposite to the nature both of God and his Creature; cs pn31 vbb av j-jn p-acp dt n1 av-d pp-f np1 cc po31 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 17
755 and the occasion of so much disorder and confusion in the whole Creation, as I then observ'd; and the occasion of so much disorder and confusion in the Whole Creation, as I then observed; cc dt n1 pp-f av d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-acp pns11 av vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 17
756 it cannot possibly be otherwise than the object of the divine hatred and displeasure. it cannot possibly be otherwise than the Object of the divine hatred and displeasure. pn31 vmbx av-j vbi av cs dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 17
757 The better any Creature is, the more he abhors an unhandsome, a dishonest, or a wicked action; The better any Creature is, the more he abhors an unhandsome, a dishonest, or a wicked actium; dt jc d n1 vbz, dt av-dc pns31 vvz dt j, dt j, cc dt j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 17
758 and the more he approves and takes pleasure in Virtue and Goodness of all kinds; all which is nothing else but a faint Image of God in his Creature. and the more he approves and Takes pleasure in Virtue and goodness of all Kinds; all which is nothing Else but a faint Image of God in his Creature. cc dt av-dc pns31 vvz cc vvz n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2; d r-crq vbz pix av cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 197 Page 17
759 From the consideration of all this it will appear very reasonable, that if a Mediator should interpose between God and Men, he should provide for the honour of this divine Attribute; From the consideration of all this it will appear very reasonable, that if a Mediator should interpose between God and Men, he should provide for the honour of this divine Attribute; p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d pn31 vmb vvi av j, cst cs dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp np1 cc n2, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 198 Page 17
760 he should take effectual care that the Holiness or Purity of God should be render'd conspicuous to all the World, he should take effectual care that the Holiness or Purity of God should be rendered conspicuous to all the World, pns31 vmd vvi j n1 cst dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vmd vbi vvn j p-acp d dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 198 Page 17
761 even in the manner of receiving his offending Creatures to Mercy; even in the manner of receiving his offending Creatures to Mercy; av p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg po31 j-vvg n2 p-acp n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 198 Page 17
762 and that the Method in which God should declare himself reconcileable to Sinners should be such as might consist with, and that the Method in which God should declare himself reconcilable to Sinners should be such as might consist with, cc cst dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vmd vvi px31 j p-acp n2 vmd vbi d c-acp vmd vvi p-acp, (6) sermon (DIV1) 198 Page 17
763 nay fully testifie and express his abhorrence of their sins. nay Fully testify and express his abhorrence of their Sins. uh-x av-j vvi cc vvi po31 n1 pp-f po32 n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 198 Page 17
764 Just as when a tender Parent determines to forgive his repenting Child, he will chuse to do it in such a way, Just as when a tender Parent determines to forgive his repenting Child, he will choose to do it in such a Way, j c-acp c-crq dt j n1 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 vvg n1, pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp d dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 198 Page 17
765 as at the same time to discover his real displeasure upon account of the Offence he had given, as At the same time to discover his real displeasure upon account of the Offence he had given, c-acp p-acp dt d n1 pc-acp vvi po31 j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pns31 vhd vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 198 Page 17
766 and that in some proportion to the nature and quality of the offence. and that in Some proportion to the nature and quality of the offence. cc cst p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 198 Page 17
767 The Justice of God, as Governor of the World, was also to be regarded in this Case. The justice of God, as Governor of the World, was also to be regarded in this Case. dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, vbds av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 199 Page 17
768 This Attribute is necessarily joyn'd with that before mention'd. This Attribute is necessarily joined with that before mentioned. d n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp d c-acp vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 200 Page 17
769 The supreme Lord and Governor of the Universe must, from the purity of his Nature, be just and righteous in his Government. The supreme Lord and Governor of the Universe must, from the purity of his Nature, be just and righteous in his Government. dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vbb j cc j p-acp po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 200 Page 18
770 And therefore Abraham, in his pleading with God for Sodom, takes it for granted, that the Judge of the World would do right, And Therefore Abraham, in his pleading with God for Sodom, Takes it for granted, that the Judge of the World would do right, cc av np1, p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp np1 p-acp np1, vvz pn31 p-acp vvn, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vdi j-jn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 200 Page 18
771 and infers from thence, that he would certainly distinguish between the Righteous and the Wicked. and infers from thence, that he would Certainly distinguish between the Righteous and the Wicked. cc vvz p-acp av, cst pns31 vmd av-j vvi p-acp dt j cc dt j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 200 Page 18
772 That be far from thee, to do after this manner, to slay the righteous with the wicked, That be Far from thee, to do After this manner, to slay the righteous with the wicked, cst vbb av-j p-acp pno21, pc-acp vdi p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi dt j p-acp dt j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 200 Page 18
773 and that the righteous should be as the wicked, that be far from thee. Shall not the Judge of all the Earth do right! and that the righteous should be as the wicked, that be Far from thee. Shall not the Judge of all the Earth do right! cc cst dt j vmd vbi p-acp dt j, cst vbb av-j p-acp pno21. vmb xx dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 vdb vvi! (6) sermon (DIV1) 200 Page 18
774 And as it is the part of a righteous Governor, to make a difference between the righteous and the wicked; And as it is the part of a righteous Governor, to make a difference between the righteous and the wicked; cc c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j cc dt j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 200 Page 18
775 so it is another effect of the same Righteousness, in shewing Mercy to repenting Offenders, to make them thorowly sensible of the heinousness of their Offence. so it is Another Effect of the same Righteousness, in showing Mercy to repenting Offenders, to make them thoroughly sensible of the heinousness of their Offence. av pn31 vbz j-jn n1 pp-f dt d n1, p-acp vvg n1 p-acp vvg n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j j pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 200 Page 18
776 Thus earthly Princes are us'd to do, and 'tis esteem'd an instance of Justice in their proceedings: Thus earthly Princes Are used to do, and it's esteemed an instance of justice in their proceedings: av j n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vdi, cc pn31|vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2-vvg: (6) sermon (DIV1) 200 Page 18
777 and why should it not in like manner be a proper instance of Justice in the great Governor of Heaven and Earth; and why should it not in like manner be a proper instance of justice in the great Governor of Heaven and Earth; cc q-crq vmd pn31 xx p-acp j n1 vbi dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 200 Page 18
778 especially where the Offence had so much of obliquity and malignity in it, and so much disorder and mischief consequent upon it, especially where the Offence had so much of obliquity and malignity in it, and so much disorder and mischief consequent upon it, av-j c-crq dt n1 vhd av d pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31, cc av d n1 cc n1 j p-acp pn31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 200 Page 18
779 as in the Apostacy of Mankind? The Multitude of Offenders still adds weight to this Consideration. as in the Apostasy of Mankind? The Multitude of Offenders still adds weight to this Consideration. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? dt n1 pp-f n2 av vvz n1 p-acp d n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 200 Page 18
780 The whole race of Mankind being corrupted, there was so much the greater necessity of their being made sensible of their Maker's displeasure, The Whole raze of Mankind being corrupted, there was so much the greater necessity of their being made sensible of their Maker's displeasure, dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 vbg vvn, pc-acp vbds av av-d dt jc n1 pp-f po32 vbg vvn j pp-f po32 ng1 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 201 Page 18
781 lest they should have been encourag'd to go on in their rebellion, by an easie indemnity; lest they should have been encouraged to go on in their rebellion, by an easy indemnity; cs pns32 vmd vhi vbn vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po32 n1, p-acp dt j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 201 Page 18
782 lest from the silen•e of God in this case, they should have been so vain as to have thought him altogether such an one as themselves; lest from the silen•e of God in this case, they should have been so vain as to have Thought him altogether such an one as themselves; cs p-acp dt vbr pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, pns32 vmd vhi vbn av j c-acp pc-acp vhi vvd pno31 av d dt crd c-acp px32; (6) sermon (DIV1) 201 Page 18
783 and because sentence against their evil works was not speedily or thorowly executed, their hearts should have been fully set in them to do evil. and Because sentence against their evil works was not speedily or thoroughly executed, their hearts should have been Fully Set in them to do evil. cc c-acp n1 p-acp po32 j-jn n2 vbds xx av-j cc av-j vvn, po32 n2 vmd vhi vbn av-j vvn p-acp pno32 pc-acp vdi j-jn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 201 Page 19
784 And if we might be allow'd to add, what we Christians take for granted, as being assur'd of it by the Word of God, that God had given our first Parents a strict charge, together with a special admonition and warning, And if we might be allowed to add, what we Christians take for granted, as being assured of it by the Word of God, that God had given our First Parents a strict charge, together with a special admonition and warning, cc cs pns12 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, r-crq pns12 njpg2 vvi c-acp vvn, c-acp vbg vvn pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst np1 vhd vvn po12 ord n2 dt j n1, av p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 202 Page 19
785 as to the instance in which they transgress'd, adding a positive and severe threatning, that in the day in which they transgress'd, they should surely dye; this still makes it more requisite, that the Justice of God should be publickly vindicated, as to the instance in which they transgressed, adding a positive and severe threatening, that in the day in which they transgressed, they should surely die; this still makes it more requisite, that the justice of God should be publicly vindicated, c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvn, vvg dt j cc j n-vvg, cst p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvn, pns32 vmd av-j vvi; d av vvz pn31 av-dc j, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vbi av-j vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 202 Page 19
786 before he should offer terms of Reconciliation; before he should offer terms of Reconciliation; c-acp pns31 vmd vvi n2 pp-f n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 202 Page 19
787 and that if he should in Mercy forbear to execute the threatning in its utmost severity, and that if he should in Mercy forbear to execute the threatening in its utmost severity, cc cst cs pns31 vmd p-acp n1 vvb pc-acp vvi dt j-vvg p-acp po31 j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 202 Page 19
788 yet he should however make the Sinner thorowly sensible of his desert. I might have added here, that it was very fit, that the Wisdom of God, yet he should however make the Sinner thoroughly sensible of his desert. I might have added Here, that it was very fit, that the Wisdom of God, av pns31 vmd a-acp vvi dt n1 av-j j pp-f po31 n1. pns11 vmd vhi vvn av, cst pn31 vbds av j, cst dt n1 pp-f np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 202 Page 19
789 as well as his Justice in governing the World, should be regarded by our Mediator; it being evidently an instance of Wisdom in a Governor, to render his Authority awful and venerable to his Subjects, as well as his justice in governing the World, should be regarded by our Mediator; it being evidently an instance of Wisdom in a Governor, to render his authority awful and venerable to his Subject's, c-acp av c-acp po31 n1 p-acp vvg dt n1, vmd vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1; pn31 vbg av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 j cc j p-acp po31 n2-jn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 19
790 and never to appear so soft and easie as to pass by notorious disobedience, without making some severe remarks upon it. and never to appear so soft and easy as to pass by notorious disobedience, without making Some severe remarks upon it. cc av-x pc-acp vvi av j cc j c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1, p-acp vvg d j n2 p-acp pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 203 Page 19
791 I might farther have observ'd, that there was no way so likely to recover the Sinner to repentance, I might farther have observed, that there was no Way so likely to recover the Sinner to Repentance, pns11 vmd av-jc vhb vvn, cst a-acp vbds dx n1 av j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 19
792 as by thus manifesting the divine Purity, Justice, and Wisdom, in order to the awakening in him a sense of his fault and his danger, as by thus manifesting the divine Purity, justice, and Wisdom, in order to the awakening in him a sense of his fault and his danger, c-acp p-acp av vvg dt j-jn n1, n1, cc n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 19
793 and the engaging him to take greater care for the time to come. But this may come into consideration more properly in another place. and the engaging him to take greater care for the time to come. But this may come into consideration more properly in Another place. cc dt vvg pno31 pc-acp vvi jc n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi. p-acp d vmb vvi p-acp n1 av-dc av-j p-acp j-jn n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 19
794 It may suffice here to have observ'd, that it was very agreeable to the conceptions we have both of the divine Nature and our own, that something should be done by our Mediator, by way of satisfaction to Almighty God, It may suffice Here to have observed, that it was very agreeable to the conceptions we have both of the divine Nature and our own, that something should be done by our Mediator, by Way of satisfaction to Almighty God, pn31 vmb vvi av pc-acp vhi vvn, cst pn31 vbds av j p-acp dt n2 pns12 vhb av-d pp-f dt j-jn n1 cc po12 d, cst pi vmd vbi vdn p-acp po12 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j-jn np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 20
795 for the dishonor which had been done to his Attributes by the Apostacy of Men. for the dishonour which had been done to his Attributes by the Apostasy of Men. p-acp dt n1 r-crq vhd vbn vdn p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 204 Page 20
796 What remains upon this Head is to shew, that the particular Method which our Media or hath taken, did eminently tend to these purposes. What remains upon this Head is to show, that the particular Method which our Media or hath taken, did eminently tend to these Purposes. q-crq vvz p-acp d n1 vbz pc-acp vvi, cst dt j n1 r-crq po12 np1 cc vhz vvn, vdd av-j vvi p-acp d n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 205 Page 20
797 'Tis true, that all the Evils, which have befallen the children of Men, since their Apostacy from God, have been so many expressions and testimonies of God's hatred of Sin, It's true, that all the Evils, which have befallen the children of Men, since their Apostasy from God, have been so many expressions and testimonies of God's hatred of since, pn31|vbz j, cst d dt n2-jn, r-crq vhb vvn dt n2 pp-f n2, c-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1, vhb vbn av d n2 cc n2 pp-f npg1 n1 pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 206 Page 20
798 and his love of Holiness, as also of the Justice and Wisdom of his Government; and his love of Holiness, as also of the justice and Wisdom of his Government; cc po31 n1 pp-f n1, c-acp av pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 206 Page 20
799 but upon serious and impartial consideration of our blessed Saviour's undertaking, we shall be forc'd to confess, that greater honor hath been given thereby to God, but upon serious and impartial consideration of our blessed Saviour's undertaking, we shall be forced to confess, that greater honour hath been given thereby to God, cc-acp p-acp j cc j n1 pp-f po12 j-vvn ng1 n-vvg, pns12 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, cst jc n1 vhz vbn vvn av p-acp np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 206 Page 20
800 than by all the Sufferings which any of the rest of the children of Men have undergone; than by all the Sufferings which any of the rest of the children of Men have undergone; cs p-acp d dt n2 r-crq d pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2 vhb vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 206 Page 20
801 and that if we do but thorowly lay to heart what he, so great and excellent a Person, hath voluntarily done and suffer'd upon our account, it will tend more effectually than any other Method we can think of, to the making us sensible of the evil and danger of offending so holy and righteous a Being as God is. For and that if we do but thoroughly lay to heart what he, so great and excellent a Person, hath voluntarily done and suffered upon our account, it will tend more effectually than any other Method we can think of, to the making us sensible of the evil and danger of offending so holy and righteous a Being as God is. For cc cst cs pns12 vdb p-acp av-j vvd p-acp n1 r-crq pns31, av j cc j dt n1, vhz av-jn vdn cc vvn p-acp po12 n1, pn31 vmb vvi av-dc av-j cs d j-jn n1 pns12 vmb vvi pp-f, p-acp dt vvg pno12 j pp-f dt j-jn cc n1 pp-f vvg av j cc j dt vbg p-acp np1 vbz. p-acp (6) sermon (DIV1) 206 Page 20
802 Our Mediator gave honor to these Attributes of God, by asserting, and publishing, and explaining the Law of God which had been violated by Men; Our Mediator gave honour to these Attributes of God, by asserting, and publishing, and explaining the Law of God which had been violated by Men; po12 n1 vvd n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vhd vbn vvn p-acp n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 20
803 I mean the great Law of Nature, divided into two Tables, requiring the Love of God and Man; I mean the great Law of Nature, divided into two Tables, requiring the Love of God and Man; pns11 vvb dt j n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp crd n2, vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 20
804 which, as they were the two constitutive parts of the natural or moral, so they are also of the Christian Law. which, as they were the two constitutive parts of the natural or moral, so they Are also of the Christian Law. r-crq, c-acp pns32 vbdr dt crd j n2 pp-f dt j cc j, av pns32 vbr av pp-f dt njp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 207 Page 20
805 What our Lord declar'd over and above the meer Law of Nature, namely concerning the Mercy of God in forgiving Sinners upon their Repentance and Faith in him, was become necessary by reason of transgression; What our Lord declared over and above the mere Law of Nature, namely Concerning the Mercy of God in forgiving Sinners upon their Repentance and Faith in him, was become necessary by reason of Transgression; q-crq po12 n1 vvd a-acp cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, av vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j-vvg n2 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, vbds vvn j p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 21
806 and even in making Repentance and Faith the conditions of acceptance, he hath in an eminent manner done right to God and his Law. and even in making Repentance and Faith the conditions of acceptance, he hath in an eminent manner done right to God and his Law. cc av p-acp vvg n1 cc n1 dt n2 pp-f n1, pns31 vhz p-acp dt j n1 vdn av-jn p-acp np1 cc po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 21
807 For Repentance implys an acknowledgment of our unworthiness in offending God by violating the Law he had given us; For Repentance Implies an acknowledgment of our unworthiness in offending God by violating the Law he had given us; p-acp n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg np1 p-acp vvg dt n1 pns31 vhd vvn pno12; (6) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 21
808 and Faith in God through a Mediator implys our sense of guilt, and need of Mercy. and Faith in God through a Mediator Implies our sense of guilt, and need of Mercy. cc n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 vvz po12 n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 208 Page 21
809 But besides this, our Lord did openly declare the Righteousness of the divine Law, as first given to Man, by explaining it fully, But beside this, our Lord did openly declare the Righteousness of the divine Law, as First given to Man, by explaining it Fully, cc-acp p-acp d, po12 n1 vdd av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, c-acp ord vvn p-acp n1, p-acp vvg pn31 av-j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 209 Page 21
810 and inculcating it afresh upon us, and insisting upon the absolute necessity of a sincere Obedience to it, and inculcating it afresh upon us, and insisting upon the absolute necessity of a sincere obedience to it, cc vvg pn31 av p-acp pno12, cc vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp pn31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 209 Page 21
811 even in this imperfect State, in which we are not capable of yielding that which is absolutely perfect. even in this imperfect State, in which we Are not capable of yielding that which is absolutely perfect. av p-acp d j n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr xx j pp-f vvg d r-crq vbz av-j j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 209 Page 21
812 This appears by the Answer our Saviour gave to the Lawyer, telling him that the Love of God and our Neighbour were the two great Commandments of the Law, and that these were indeed the Sum of the Law and the Prophets: This appears by the Answer our Saviour gave to the Lawyer, telling him that the Love of God and our Neighbour were the two great commandments of the Law, and that these were indeed the Sum of the Law and the prophets: d vvz p-acp dt n1 po12 n1 vvd p-acp dt n1, vvg pno31 cst dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po12 n1 vbdr dt crd j n2 pp-f dt n1, cc cst d vbdr av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 21
813 but especially by his admirable Discourse upon the Mount, wherein he vindicates the Natural or Moral Law of God, from all the false Glosses which the Jewish Doctors had put upon it, declaring the necessity of regarding even the least of its Precepts, by those who hoped to partake of the Kingdom of Heaven; but especially by his admirable Discourse upon the Mount, wherein he vindicates the Natural or Moral Law of God, from all the false Glosses which the Jewish Doctors had put upon it, declaring the necessity of regarding even the least of its Precepts, by those who hoped to partake of the Kingdom of Heaven; cc-acp av-j p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvz dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d dt j n2 r-crq dt jp n2 vhd vvn p-acp pn31, vvg dt n1 pp-f vvg av dt ds pp-f po31 n2, p-acp d r-crq vvd pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 21
814 expresly assuring them, that he came not to destroy the law, but to fulfil it, NONLATINALPHABET, (one way of doing which was by interpreting it in its fullest latitude and extent;) and finally, that till heaven and earth pass away, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the Law, till all be fulfill'd; expressly assuring them, that he Come not to destroy the law, but to fulfil it,, (one Way of doing which was by interpreting it in its Fullest latitude and extent;) and finally, that till heaven and earth pass away, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the Law, till all be fulfilled; av-j vvg pno32, cst pns31 vvd xx pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pn31,, (pi n1 pp-f vdg r-crq vbds p-acp n-vvg pn31 p-acp po31 js n1 cc n1;) cc av-j, cst p-acp n1 cc n1 vvi av, crd n1 cc crd n1 vmb p-acp dx n1 vvi p-acp dt n1, c-acp d vbb vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 22
815 as much as to say, that the reason of it is immutable, and consequently the obligation everlasting. as much as to say, that the reason of it is immutable, and consequently the obligation everlasting. p-acp d c-acp pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz j, cc av-j dt n1 j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 210 Page 22
816 But of this I may have occasion to discourse more at large, when I come to consider what our Mediator hath done towards the relieving our necessities; But of this I may have occasion to discourse more At large, when I come to Consider what our Mediator hath done towards the relieving our necessities; cc-acp pp-f d pns11 vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi av-dc p-acp j, c-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi r-crq po12 n1 vhz vdn p-acp dt vvg po12 n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 22
817 'tis enough in this place to have mention'd it, as one instance whereby the righteousness of the divine Law was vindicated, it's enough in this place to have mentioned it, as one instance whereby the righteousness of the divine Law was vindicated, pn31|vbz av-d p-acp d n1 pc-acp vhi vvn pn31, c-acp crd n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vbds vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 22
818 and consequently honor given to the Purity, and Justice, and Wisdom of God. and consequently honour given to the Purity, and justice, and Wisdom of God. cc av-j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f np1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 211 Page 22
819 Our Mediator gave honor to these Attributes, in complying strictly and fully with the Law of God in his own Person, Our Mediator gave honour to these Attributes, in complying strictly and Fully with the Law of God in his own Person, po12 n1 vvd n1 p-acp d n2, p-acp vvg av-j cc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 d n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 212 Page 22
820 and thereby giving a complete instance of Obedience in that Nature which had transgress'd. and thereby giving a complete instance of obedience in that Nature which had transgressed. cc av vvg dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 r-crq vhd vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 212 Page 22
821 This was to vindicate the Law of God in a remarkable manner, by shewing the agreeableness and fitness of it to humane Nature, This was to vindicate the Law of God in a remarkable manner, by showing the agreeableness and fitness of it to humane Nature, d vbds pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 22
822 when the Son of God, appearing in this Nature, made it the Rule of his Life, when the Son of God, appearing in this Nature, made it the Rule of his Life, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg p-acp d n1, vvd pn31 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 22
823 and thereby not only testified his approbation of it; and thereby not only testified his approbation of it; cc av xx av-j vvn po31 n1 pp-f pn31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 22
824 but also shew'd the capacity of humane Nature, whilst innocent and untainted, and attended with the Grace of God to comply perfectly with it. but also showed the capacity of humane Nature, while innocent and untainted, and attended with the Grace of God to comply perfectly with it. cc-acp av vvd dt n1 pp-f j n1, cs j-jn cc j, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 22
825 This was in truth a glorious •riumph over Sin and Satan, when our Nature assum'd by the Son of God, appear'd in that instance like it self, This was in truth a glorious •riumph over since and Satan, when our Nature assumed by the Son of God, appeared in that instance like it self, d vbds p-acp n1 dt j n1 p-acp n1 cc np1, c-crq po12 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvd p-acp d n1 av-j pn31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 22
826 as it came out of God's hands, perfectly pure and obedient; as it Come out of God's hands, perfectly pure and obedient; c-acp pn31 vvd av pp-f npg1 n2, av-j j cc j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 22
827 and our Saviour might well say as he did, when he was leaving the World, Father, I have glorified thee on Earth, I have finish'd the work which thou gavest me to do. and our Saviour might well say as he did, when he was leaving the World, Father, I have glorified thee on Earth, I have finished the work which thou Gavest me to do. cc po12 n1 vmd av vvi c-acp pns31 vdd, c-crq pns31 vbds vvg dt n1, n1, pns11 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp n1, pns11 vhb vvd dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vdi. (6) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 23
828 He had done so, both as Man, and as our Mediator. He had done so, both as Man, and as our Mediator. pns31 vhd vdn av, d c-acp n1, cc p-acp po12 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 213 Page 23
829 But of this also, viz. the life of our blessed Saviour, as it was an example for our imitation, I shall have occasion to discourse hereafter, But of this also, viz. the life of our blessed Saviour, as it was an Exampl for our imitation, I shall have occasion to discourse hereafter, cc-acp pp-f d av, n1 dt n1 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1, c-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 p-acp po12 n1, pns11 vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi av, (6) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 23
830 and therefore do but just mention it here, as another instance wherein our Mediator glorified the Attributes of God, by his coming into the World. But and Therefore do but just mention it Here, as Another instance wherein our Mediator glorified the Attributes of God, by his coming into the World. But cc av vdb p-acp j n1 pn31 av, c-acp j-jn n1 c-crq po12 n1 vvn dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp dt n1. p-acp (6) sermon (DIV1) 214 Page 23
831 He did so in the highest degree, by all the Sufferings which de underwent upon our account. He did so in the highest degree, by all the Sufferings which de underwent upon our account. pns31 vdd av p-acp dt js n1, p-acp d dt n2 r-crq zz vvd p-acp po12 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 215 Page 23
832 It was not it seems sufficient for our Mediator to declare and publish the divine Law afresh; It was not it seems sufficient for our Mediator to declare and publish the divine Law afresh; pn31 vbds xx pn31 vvz j p-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j-jn n1 av; (6) sermon (DIV1) 216 Page 23
833 nor to give an instance of perfect Obedience to it in his own person: nor to give an instance of perfect obedience to it in his own person: ccx pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp po31 d n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 216 Page 23
834 but it was judg'd requisite also, that he should submit to an afflicted and suffering condition, but it was judged requisite also, that he should submit to an afflicted and suffering condition, cc-acp pn31 vbds vvn j av, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt j-vvn cc j-vvg n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 216 Page 23
835 and at last yield himself to be offer'd up as a Sacrifice upon the Cross, to testifie, in the most significant manner that was possible, the fixed love of God to Righteousness, his unalterable hatred of Sin, his impartial justice in governing the World, the excellency of the Laws which he had given to Men, and At last yield himself to be offered up as a Sacrifice upon the Cross, to testify, in the most significant manner that was possible, the fixed love of God to Righteousness, his unalterable hatred of since, his impartial Justice in governing the World, the excellency of the Laws which he had given to Men, cc p-acp ord vvi px31 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt av-ds j n1 cst vbds j, dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, po31 j n1 pp-f n1, po31 j n1 p-acp vvg dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 216 Page 23
836 and the danger of transgressing them. and the danger of transgressing them. cc dt n1 pp-f vvg pno32. (6) sermon (DIV1) 216 Page 23
837 Such was the nature of the Offence given to God by Man's Apostacy, and so bad were the circumstances of Mankind, that it seem'd expedient to the great Father and Lord of all, that our Mediator should voluntarily humble himself in this extraordinary manner. Such was the nature of the Offence given to God by Man's Apostasy, and so bad were the Circumstances of Mankind, that it seemed expedient to the great Father and Lord of all, that our Mediator should voluntarily humble himself in this extraordinary manner. d vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp ng1 n1, cc av j vbdr dt n2 pp-f n1, cst pn31 vvd j p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d, cst po12 n1 vmd av-jn j px31 p-acp d j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 23
838 The Son of God was admitted to be our Mediator, upon no lower Terms than these; The Son of God was admitted to be our Mediator, upon no lower Terms than these; dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vbi po12 n1, p-acp dx jc n2 cs d; (6) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 23
839 as is plainly intimated by the Author to the Hebrews, when citing a passage out of a prophetical Psalm, he applies it to our Saviour, as is plainly intimated by the Author to the Hebrews, when citing a passage out of a prophetical Psalm, he Applies it to our Saviour, a-acp vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt np2, c-crq vvg dt n1 av pp-f dt j n1, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp po12 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 23
840 and represents him as saying to his Father, when he came into the World, Sacrifice and Offering thou wouldst not: and represents him as saying to his Father, when he Come into the World, Sacrifice and Offering thou Wouldst not: cc vvz pno31 p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, n1 cc vvg pns21 vmd2 xx: (6) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 24
841 but a Body hast thou prepared me. In burnt-offerings and sacrifices for sin thou hast had no pleasure. but a Body hast thou prepared me. In Burnt offerings and Sacrifices for since thou hast had no pleasure. p-acp dt n1 vh2 pns21 vvn pno11. p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 pns21 vh2 vhd dx n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 24
842 Then said I, Lo I come (in the Volume of the Book it is written of me) to do thy will O God; Then said I, Lo I come (in the Volume of the Book it is written of me) too do thy will Oh God; av vvd pns11, uh pns11 vvb (p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 vbz vvn pp-f pno11) av vdb po21 n1 uh np1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 24
843 by which will (as he adds a little after) we are sanctified, through the offering of the Body of Jesus Christ once for all. by which will (as he adds a little After) we Are sanctified, through the offering of the Body of jesus christ once for all. p-acp r-crq n1 (c-acp pns31 vvz dt j p-acp) pns12 vbr vvn, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 a-acp p-acp d. (6) sermon (DIV1) 217 Page 24
844 And upon our Mediator 's thus suffering for us, new terms of Mercy and Reconciliation were offer'd to us, upon which account he himself calls his Bloud, the Bloud of the new Covenant; And upon our Mediator is thus suffering for us, new terms of Mercy and Reconciliation were offered to us, upon which account he himself calls his Blood, the Blood of the new Covenant; cc p-acp po12 n1 vbz av vvg p-acp pno12, j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbdr vvn p-acp pno12, p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 px31 vvz po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 218 Page 24
845 viz. that Bloud in the shedding of which the new Covenant between God and Man, for acceptance upon Repentance and Faith, was made and ratified. viz. that Blood in the shedding of which the new Covenant between God and Man, for acceptance upon Repentance and Faith, was made and ratified. n1 d n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f r-crq dt j n1 p-acp np1 cc n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, vbds vvn cc vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 218 Page 24
846 The Sufferings of our Lord are throughout the Holy Scriptures represented, as making expiation for the Sins of Men; The Sufferings of our Lord Are throughout the Holy Scriptures represented, as making expiation for the Sins of Men; dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 vbr p-acp dt j n2 vvn, c-acp vvg n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 219 Page 24
847 and particularly his death upon the Cross, as it is made to answer all the expiatory Sacrifices under the Law, and particularly his death upon the Cross, as it is made to answer all the expiatory Sacrifices under the Law, cc av-j po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi d dt j n2 p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 219 Page 24
848 so it is it self frequently Styled, a Sacrifice and Offering for Sins, and represented as the means of God's being reconciled to us; so it is it self frequently Styled, a Sacrifice and Offering for Sins, and represented as the means of God's being reconciled to us; av pn31 vbz pn31 n1 av-j vvn, dt n1 cc vvg p-acp n2, cc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 vbg vvn p-acp pno12; (6) sermon (DIV1) 219 Page 24
849 and so it evidently was, in as much as by this means the Sins of Men were so openly condemn'd, the Righteousness of God's Law so notoriously declar'd, and so it evidently was, in as much as by this means the Sins of Men were so openly condemned, the Righteousness of God's Law so notoriously declared, cc av pn31 av-j vbds, p-acp c-acp d c-acp p-acp d n2 dt n2 pp-f n2 vbdr av av-j vvn, dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 av av-j vvd, (6) sermon (DIV1) 219 Page 24
850 and by consequence the Holiness and Justice of God so conspicuously honor'd in the view of the World; and by consequence the Holiness and justice of God so conspicuously honoured in the view of the World; cc p-acp n1 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 av av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 219 Page 24
851 which certainly may be reasonably call'd, giving Satisfaction to God. which Certainly may be reasonably called, giving Satisfaction to God. r-crq av-j vmb vbi av-j vvn, vvg n1 p-acp np1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 219 Page 24
852 This Doctrine of our Saviour's offering up himself as a Sacrifice for the Sins of the World, This Doctrine of our Saviour's offering up himself as a Sacrifice for the Sins of the World, d n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1 p-acp px31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 220 Page 24
853 and thereby giving Satisfaction to the great Lord of all, is so fully declar'd throughout the New Testament, and thereby giving Satisfaction to the great Lord of all, is so Fully declared throughout the New Testament, cc av vvg n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d, vbz av av-j vvd p-acp dt j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 220 Page 24
854 and particularly in one whole Epistle, Written, as it should seem, to that very purpose, I mean that to the Hebrews, that I knew not how to do right to Christianity, without thus plainly asserting it. and particularly in one Whole Epistle, Written, as it should seem, to that very purpose, I mean that to the Hebrews, that I knew not how to do right to Christianity, without thus plainly asserting it. cc av-j p-acp crd j-jn n1, vvn, c-acp pn31 vmd vvi, p-acp cst j n1, pns11 vvb cst p-acp dt np2, cst pns11 vvd xx c-crq pc-acp vdi j-jn p-acp np1, p-acp av av-j vvg pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 220 Page 25
855 I know, that according to the Will of our pious and charitable Founder, I am not to descend to any Controversies that are amongst Christians themselves, and therefore I shall not make this a Controversie, but take it for granted, I know, that according to the Will of our pious and charitable Founder, I am not to descend to any Controversies that Are among Christians themselves, and Therefore I shall not make this a Controversy, but take it for granted, pns11 vvb, cst vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j cc j n1, pns11 vbm xx pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 cst vbr p-acp njpg2 px32, cc av pns11 vmb xx vvi d dt n1, p-acp vvi pn31 p-acp vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 221 Page 25
856 as what is not only fully asserted in holy Writ, and agreeable to the sense of the most primitive Christian Antiquity, as what is not only Fully asserted in holy Writ, and agreeable to the sense of the most primitive Christian Antiquity, c-acp q-crq vbz xx av-j av-j vvn p-acp j vvn, cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j np1 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 221 Page 25
857 as well as the judgment of the main Body of Christians throughout every age; as well as the judgement of the main Body of Christians throughout every age; c-acp av c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 221 Page 25
858 but what belongs to the true Christian Scheme, and is necessary to render it entire and of a piece. but what belongs to the true Christian Scheme, and is necessary to render it entire and of a piece. cc-acp q-crq vvz p-acp dt j njp n1, cc vbz j pc-acp vvi pn31 j cc pp-f dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 221 Page 25
859 And though I would be very loth to deny the Title of Christian, to any man who seriously lays claim to it, And though I would be very loath to deny the Title of Christian, to any man who seriously lays claim to it, cc cs pns11 vmd vbi av j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f njp, p-acp d n1 r-crq av-j vvz n1 p-acp pn31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 221 Page 25
860 and in so sceptical an Age as this, to lessen the number of Christian Professors: and in so sceptical an Age as this, to lessen the number of Christian Professors: cc p-acp av j dt n1 c-acp d, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f njp n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 221 Page 25
861 yet I must not, for the sake of such as desert the Christianity which we are taught by the Scriptures, over look so prime a branch of it as this is. yet I must not, for the sake of such as desert the Christianity which we Are taught by the Scriptures, over look so prime a branch of it as this is. av pns11 vmb xx, c-acp dt n1 pp-f d c-acp n1 dt n1 r-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2, p-acp n1 av j-jn dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d vbz. (6) sermon (DIV1) 221 Page 25
862 Let those, who call themselves by this Name, and yet deny that satisfaction was made to God by the Sufferings of Christ for the sins of Men, reconcile their Title and their opinion as well as they can: Let those, who call themselves by this Name, and yet deny that satisfaction was made to God by the Sufferings of christ for the Sins of Men, reconcile their Title and their opinion as well as they can: vvb d, r-crq vvb px32 p-acp d n1, cc av vvb d n1 vbds vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, vvb po32 n1 cc po32 n1 c-acp av c-acp pns32 vmb: (6) sermon (DIV1) 221 Page 25
863 My business is to assert and vindicate the truth of the Christian Religion, as exhibited to us in the Gospel; My business is to assert and vindicate the truth of the Christian Religion, as exhibited to us in the Gospel; po11 n1 vbz pc-acp vvb cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1, c-acp vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 221 Page 25
864 and I am so far from thinking the Doctrine of Expiation, and Satisfaction made by the Death of Christ, and I am so Far from thinking the Doctrine of Expiation, and Satisfaction made by the Death of christ, cc pns11 vbm av av-j p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 221 Page 25
865 an objection against the Christian Revelation, that I have judg'd it necessary to insist upon it, an objection against the Christian Revelation, that I have judged it necessary to insist upon it, dt n1 p-acp dt njp n1, cst pns11 vhb vvn pn31 j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 221 Page 25
866 as one admirable instance of the Excellency of that Mothod, in which our Mediator hath obtain'd Salvation for us. as one admirable instance of the Excellency of that Mothod, in which our Mediator hath obtained Salvation for us. c-acp pi j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vhz vvn n1 p-acp pno12. (6) sermon (DIV1) 221 Page 26
867 The Sum of what I have said upon this Argument is, that our Lord, when he came into the World, took upon him the Character of a Mediator, and that he executed his Mediatorial Office, partly by doing that which was greatly for the honor of his Heavenly Father, the Person offended, The Sum of what I have said upon this Argument is, that our Lord, when he Come into the World, took upon him the Character of a Mediator, and that he executed his Mediatorial Office, partly by doing that which was greatly for the honour of his Heavenly Father, the Person offended, dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp d n1 vbz, cst po12 n1, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, vvd p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc cst pns31 vvd po31 np1 n1, av p-acp vdg d r-crq vbds av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, dt n1 vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 222 Page 26
868 and consequently well-pleasing and satisfactory to him, making this the first step in procuring Reconciliation between God and Men. and consequently Well-pleasing and satisfactory to him, making this the First step in procuring Reconciliation between God and Men. cc av-j j cc j p-acp pno31, vvg d dt ord n1 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp np1 cc n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 222 Page 26
869 The business of my next Discourse will be, to proceed to shew how our Lord hath farther executed the same Office, by providing for the Necessities of Men. The business of my next Discourse will be, to proceed to show how our Lord hath farther executed the same Office, by providing for the Necessities of Men. dt n1 pp-f po11 ord n1 vmb vbi, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi c-crq po12 n1 vhz jc vvn dt d n1, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 223 Page 26
870 I shall conclude at present with two short Inferences from what has been now offer'd. I shall conclude At present with two short Inferences from what has been now offered. pns11 vmb vvi p-acp j p-acp crd j n2 p-acp r-crq vhz vbn av vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 223 Page 26
871 If what I have said upon this Subject be true, it shews us how little Christianity is beholden to those, who attempt to lessen the Person of our Mediator. If what I have said upon this Subject be true, it shows us how little Christianity is beholden to those, who attempt to lessen the Person of our Mediator. cs r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp d j-jn vbb j, pn31 vvz pno12 c-crq j np1 vbz vvi p-acp d, r-crq n1 p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 224 Page 26
872 This inference will appear just, if we do but observe, that by how much the greater and more considerable the Person of our Mediator is, by so much the better qualified he must also be for the obtaining Salvation for us; This Inference will appear just, if we do but observe, that by how much the greater and more considerable the Person of our Mediator is, by so much the better qualified he must also be for the obtaining Salvation for us; d n1 vmb vvi j, cs pns12 vdb p-acp vvi, cst a-acp c-crq av-d dt jc cc av-dc j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz, p-acp av av-d dt av-jc vvn pns31 vmb av vbi p-acp dt vvg n1 p-acp pno12; (6) sermon (DIV1) 225 Page 26
873 and particularly by so much the greater will that honor be, which is done to the Attributes of God by his Doctrine, and particularly by so much the greater will that honour be, which is done to the Attributes of God by his Doctrine, cc av-j p-acp av av-d dt jc vmb d n1 vbi, r-crq vbz vdn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 225 Page 26
874 and especially by his Actions and his Sufferings. and especially by his Actions and his Sufferings. cc av-j p-acp po31 n2 cc po31 n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 225 Page 26
875 It must certainly, in the account of any reasonable Man, be a more full and ample declaration of the Holiness and Justice of God, It must Certainly, in the account of any reasonable Man, be a more full and ample declaration of the Holiness and justice of God, pn31 vmb av-j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1, vbb dt av-dc j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 226 Page 27
876 for a Person so near to the Father, as the Scriptures represent our Mediator to be, for a Person so near to the Father, as the Scriptures represent our Mediator to be, p-acp dt n1 av av-j p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n2 vvi po12 n1 pc-acp vbi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 226 Page 27
877 first to condescend so low as to assume our Nature, and then to do and suffer so much upon our account; First to condescend so low as to assume our Nature, and then to do and suffer so much upon our account; ord pc-acp vvi av av-j c-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n1, cc av pc-acp vdi cc vvi av av-d p-acp po12 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 226 Page 27
878 than for one that was NONLATINALPHABET, a meer Son of Adam, to have done it. than for one that was, a mere Son of Adam, to have done it. cs p-acp pi cst vbds, dt j n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vhi vdn pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 226 Page 27
879 The dignity of the Person transacting this affair, must needs add weight to all that was done by him. The dignity of the Person transacting this affair, must needs add weight to all that was done by him. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg d n1, vmb av vvi n1 p-acp d cst vbds vdn p-acp pno31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 226 Page 27
880 If this be true, what awful thoughts ought we to have of Almighty God! what regard to his Purity, If this be true, what awful thoughts ought we to have of Almighty God! what regard to his Purity, cs d vbb j, r-crq j n2 vmd pns12 pc-acp vhi pp-f np1 np1 q-crq vvb p-acp po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 27
881 and Justice, and his Authority over us! what fear of dishonoring and offending so Excellent a Majesty! and justice, and his authority over us! what Fear of Dishonoring and offending so Excellent a Majesty! cc n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp pno12! q-crq n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg av j dt n1! (6) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 27
882 what a dread of wilfully violating any of his known Laws for the future! what a dread of wilfully violating any of his known Laws for the future! q-crq dt n1 pp-f av-j vvg d pp-f po31 j-vvn n2 p-acp dt j-jn! (6) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 27
883 When he thought fit, notwithstanding the infinite Goodness of his Nature, not to offer us Terms of Mercy, When he Thought fit, notwithstanding the infinite goodness of his Nature, not to offer us Terms of Mercy, c-crq pns31 vvd j, c-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, xx pc-acp vvi pno12 n2 pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 27
884 but in the Method of the Gospel; but in the Method of the Gospel; cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 27
885 when he would not treat with us at all without a Mediator; and when, having appointed his own Son to that Office, he was pleas'd to found and ratifie a New Covenant with us in his Bloud. when he would not Treat with us At all without a Mediator; and when, having appointed his own Son to that Office, he was pleased to found and ratify a New Covenant with us in his Blood. c-crq pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp d p-acp dt n1; cc c-crq, vhg vvn po31 d n1 p-acp d n1, pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 227 Page 27
886 The reasoning of the Apostle is unanswerable, both with respect to the former part of this Discourse, and the latter. The reasoning of the Apostle is unanswerable, both with respect to the former part of this Discourse, and the latter. dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 vbz j, av-d p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1, cc dt d. (6) sermon (DIV1) 228 Page 27
887 How shall we escape, if we neglect so great Salvation! And, If we sin wilfully, after we have receiv'd the knowledge of the Truth, i. e. How shall we escape, if we neglect so great Salvation! And, If we sin wilfully, After we have received the knowledge of the Truth, i. e. q-crq vmb pns12 vvi, cs pns12 vvb av j n1! cc, cs pns12 vvb av-j, p-acp pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, uh. sy. (6) sermon (DIV1) 228 Page 27
888 if we either Apostatize from our Christian Profession, or which comes to the same issue, live in plain contradiction to the Profession we make; if we either Apostatise from our Christian Profession, or which comes to the same issue, live in plain contradiction to the Profession we make; cs pns12 d vvi p-acp po12 np1 n1, cc r-crq vvz p-acp dt d n1, vvb p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pns12 vvb; (6) sermon (DIV1) 228 Page 27
889 there remaineth no more Sacrifice for sins; there remains no more Sacrifice for Sins; a-acp vvz av-dx dc n1 p-acp n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 228 Page 27
890 (no greater can be made) but a certain fearful looking for of judgment, and •ery indignation, which shall devour the adversaries; (no greater can be made) but a certain fearful looking for of judgement, and •ery Indignation, which shall devour the Adversaries; (dx jc vmb vbi vvn) p-acp dt j j vvg p-acp pp-f n1, cc j n1, r-crq vmb vvi dt n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 228 Page 28
891 this, as he adds, being to tread under foot the Son of God, and to count the bloud of the Covenant, wherewith he was sanctified, this, as he adds, being to tread under foot the Son of God, and to count the blood of the Covenant, wherewith he was sanctified, d, c-acp pns31 vvz, vbg pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 228 Page 28
892 an unholy thing, besides, doing despite to the Spirit of Grace. May Almighty God preserve us all from such Apostacy, in this degenerate Age; an unholy thing, beside, doing despite to the Spirit of Grace. May Almighty God preserve us all from such Apostasy, in this degenerate Age; dt j n1, a-acp, vdg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. vmb j-jn np1 vvb pno12 d p-acp d n1, p-acp d j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 228 Page 28
893 may he, if it be possible, recover such as be fallen; may he, if it be possible, recover such as be fallen; vmb pns31, cs pn31 vbb j, vvb d a-acp vbi vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 28
894 and may he give us all Grace, not only to adhere to the Profession of Christianity, and may he give us all Grace, not only to adhere to the Profession of Christianity, cc vmb pns31 vvi pno12 d n1, xx av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 28
895 but also to bring Reputation to it, by a suitable Practice; but also to bring Reputation to it, by a suitable Practice; cc-acp av pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pn31, p-acp dt j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 28
896 through Jesus Christ our only Mediator and Advoeate, to whom, with the Father, and the Eternal Spirit, our great Creator, Redeemer, through jesus christ our only Mediator and Advocate, to whom, with the Father, and the Eternal Spirit, our great Creator, Redeemer, p-acp np1 np1 po12 j n1 cc n1, p-acp ro-crq, p-acp dt n1, cc dt j n1, po12 j n1, n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 28
897 and Sanctifier, be ascribed all Honor and Glory now and for ever, Amen. FINIS. and Sanctifier, be ascribed all Honour and Glory now and for ever, Amen. FINIS. cc n1, vbb vvn d n1 cc n1 av cc p-acp av, uh-n. fw-la. (6) sermon (DIV1) 229 Page 28
898 Mr. BRADFORD 's SERMON, Preached at St. Paul's, April the 3d. 1699. Mr. BRADFORD is SERMON, Preached At Saint Paul's, April the 3d. 1699. n1 np1 vbz n1, vvn p-acp n1 npg1, np1 dt n1 crd (7) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 28
899 1 TIM. I. 15. 1 TIM. I. 15. crd n1. np1 crd (8) sermon (DIV1) 230 Page 1
900 This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the World, to save Sinners, — This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that christ jesus Come into the World, to save Sinners, — d vbz dt j n-vvg, cc j pp-f d n1, cst np1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi n2, — (8) sermon (DIV1) 231 Page 1
901 IN treating on these Words, I have endeavor'd to shew the Credibility of the Saying in the Text, IN treating on these Words, I have endeavoured to show the Credibility of the Saying in the Text, p-acp vvg p-acp d n2, pns11 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt vvg p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 1
902 and its Worthiness to be receiv'd by us, from the Intrinsick Evidence, which it carries along with it, viz. its manifest agreeableness to those Notions, which we naturally have concerning God and our selves. and its Worthiness to be received by us, from the Intrinsic Evidence, which it carries along with it, viz. its manifest agreeableness to those Notions, which we naturally have Concerning God and our selves. cc po31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12, p-acp dt j n1, r-crq pn31 vvz a-acp p-acp pn31, n1 po31 j n1 p-acp d n2, r-crq pns12 av-j vhb vvg n1 cc po12 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 1
903 To make this appear, I proceeded in the following Method. To make this appear, I proceeded in the following Method. p-acp vvi d vvi, pns11 vvd p-acp dt j-vvg n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 1
904 First, To consider who the Persons are, whom Christ Jesus came into the World to save. First, To Consider who the Persons Are, whom christ jesus Come into the World to save. ord, pc-acp vvi r-crq dt n2 vbr, ro-crq np1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 1
905 Secondly, What kind of Salvation he proposeth to them. Secondly, What kind of Salvation he Proposeth to them. ord, q-crq n1 pp-f n1 pns31 vvz p-acp pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 1
906 Thirdly, In what way and manner he hath by his coming into the World obtain'd this Salvation for them. Thirdly, In what Way and manner he hath by his coming into the World obtained this Salvation for them. ord, p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 pns31 vhz p-acp po31 vvg p-acp dt n1 vvd d n1 p-acp pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 232 Page 1
907 I have done with the two former of these Heads, and have enter'd upon the third, in discoursing of which, my design is to make it evident, that the Method in which our Lord hath obtain'd Salvation for us is so excellent in it self, I have done with the two former of these Heads, and have entered upon the third, in discoursing of which, my Design is to make it evident, that the Method in which our Lord hath obtained Salvation for us is so excellent in it self, pns11 vhb vdn p-acp dt crd j pp-f d n2, cc vhb vvn p-acp dt ord, p-acp vvg pp-f r-crq, po11 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi pn31 j, cst dt n1 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vhz vvn n1 p-acp pno12 vbz av j p-acp pn31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 233 Page 2
908 so suitable to the Nature of things, so agreeable to all just apprehensions concerning God and our selves, so suitable to the Nature of things, so agreeable to all just apprehensions Concerning God and our selves, av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, av j p-acp d j n2 vvg np1 cc po12 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 233 Page 2
909 so well adapted to our Necessities and our reasonable Desires, that the Saying in the Text is highly credible, and worthy of all acceptation upon this account also. so well adapted to our Necessities and our reasonable Desires, that the Saying in the Text is highly credible, and worthy of all acceptation upon this account also. av av vvn p-acp po12 n2 cc po12 j n2, cst dt vvg p-acp dt n1 vbz av-j j, cc j pp-f d n1 p-acp d n1 av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 233 Page 2
910 To this purpose I first observ'd, that the most comprehensive Notion we can frame of our blessed Saviour's Undertaking is, that which the Holy Scriptures plainly teach us, that he acted as a Mediator between God and Men; To this purpose I First observed, that the most comprehensive Notion we can frame of our blessed Saviour's Undertaking is, that which the Holy Scriptures plainly teach us, that he acted as a Mediator between God and Men; p-acp d n1 pns11 ord vvn, cst dt av-ds j n1 pns12 vmb vvi pp-f po12 j-vvn ng1 vvg vbz, cst r-crq dt j n2 av-j vvb pno12, cst pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 cc n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 2
911 and that it is perfectly agreeable both to the Nature of God, and of fallen Men, that there should be a Mediator between them. and that it is perfectly agreeable both to the Nature of God, and of fallen Men, that there should be a Mediator between them. cc cst pn31 vbz av-j j av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pp-f j-vvn n2, cst a-acp vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 234 Page 2
912 I then proceeded to consider the Office of a Mediator, and to shew, that the way in which our Lord doth execute this Office, is altogether agreeable to our most just and reasonable Conceptions. I then proceeded to Consider the Office of a Mediator, and to show, that the Way in which our Lord does execute this Office, is altogether agreeable to our most just and reasonable Conceptions. pns11 av vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vdz vvi d n1, vbz av j p-acp po12 av-ds j cc j n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 235 Page 2
913 There must be, as I then observ'd, these two general Designs, which our Lord must be suppos'd to have carried on, in the execution of his Mediatorial Office. There must be, as I then observed, these two general Designs, which our Lord must be supposed to have carried on, in the execution of his Mediatorial Office. a-acp vmb vbi, c-acp pns11 av vvn, d crd j n2, r-crq po12 n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vhi vvn a-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 np1 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 236 Page 2
914 First, To do whatsoever might satisfie Almighty God, in order to his being reconcil'd to Men. First, To do whatsoever might satisfy Almighty God, in order to his being reconciled to Men. ord, pc-acp vdi r-crq vmd vvi j-jn np1, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 vbg vvn p-acp n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 236 Page 2
915 Secondly, To do also whatsoever should be found necessary in behalf of Men, in order to the reconciling them to God. Secondly, To do also whatsoever should be found necessary in behalf of Men, in order to the reconciling them to God. ord, pc-acp vdi av r-crq vmd vbi vvn j p-acp n1 pp-f n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pno32 p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 236 Page 2
916 The first of these I consider'd the last time, and now proceed to the second, viz. to shew how our Lord hath executed the Office of a Mediator, in providing for the Necessities of fallen Men, The First of these I considered the last time, and now proceed to the second, viz. to show how our Lord hath executed the Office of a Mediator, in providing for the Necessities of fallen Men, dt ord pp-f d pns11 vvn dt ord n1, cc av vvb p-acp dt ord, n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq po12 n1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-vvn n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 237 Page 3
917 and doing whatsoever might be found requisite, in order to the reconciling them to their Maker; and doing whatsoever might be found requisite, in order to the reconciling them to their Maker; cc vdg r-crq vmd vbi vvn j, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pno32 p-acp po32 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 237 Page 3
918 and I doubt not but that upon serious consideration it will appear, both that there was very great need of the assistance of a Mediator upon Man's account; and I doubt not but that upon serious consideration it will appear, both that there was very great need of the assistance of a Mediator upon Man's account; cc pns11 vvb xx p-acp d p-acp j n1 pn31 vmb vvi, d d a-acp vbds av j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp ng1 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 237 Page 3
919 and that no Method we can possibly think of could have so fully answer'd this end of providing for our Necessities, and that no Method we can possibly think of could have so Fully answered this end of providing for our Necessities, cc cst dx n1 pns12 vmb av-j vvi pp-f vmd vhi av av-j vvn d n1 pp-f vvg p-acp po12 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 237 Page 3
920 as that which our Lord by his coming into the World, hath been pleas'd to take. as that which our Lord by his coming into the World, hath been pleased to take. c-acp d r-crq po12 n1 p-acp po31 vvg p-acp dt n1, vhz vbn vvn pc-acp vvi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 237 Page 3
921 It might have been imagin'd indeed, that the main difficulty had lay'n, in obtaining the Favor of an offended God to his Apostate Creatures, It might have been imagined indeed, that the main difficulty had lay'n, in obtaining the Favour of an offended God to his Apostate Creatures, pn31 vmd vhi vbn vvn av, cst dt j n1 vhd vvn, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn np1 p-acp po31 n1 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 3
922 and that, as immediately upon the first apprehension of the Divine displeasure, sinful Men should have been ready to implore the Mercy of their Creator; and that, as immediately upon the First apprehension of the Divine displeasure, sinful Men should have been ready to implore the Mercy of their Creator; cc cst, c-acp av-j p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, j n2 vmd vhi vbn j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 3
923 so upon the first intimation of Mercy, they should have been forward to receive it: so upon the First intimation of Mercy, they should have been forward to receive it: av p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vmd vhi vbn j pc-acp vvi pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 3
924 but upon Examination we shall find, that there was really much greater difficulty in recovering Men to God, but upon Examination we shall find, that there was really much greater difficulty in recovering Men to God, cc-acp p-acp n1 pns12 vmb vvi, cst a-acp vbds av-j av-d jc n1 p-acp vvg n2 p-acp np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 3
925 than in reconciling God to Men. than in reconciling God to Men. cs p-acp n-vvg n1 p-acp n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 238 Page 3
926 For such is the Divine Goodness, that nothing was necessary on God's part, but only to make it fit for him to forgive his Creatures, For such is the Divine goodness, that nothing was necessary on God's part, but only to make it fit for him to forgive his Creatures, p-acp d vbz dt j-jn n1, cst pix vbds j p-acp npg1 n1, cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi pn31 j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 3
927 and to receive them to Mercy. and to receive them to Mercy. cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 3
928 The tender compassion of our Heavenly Father was mov'd towards his disobedient Children, as soon as ever he beheld them miserable through their own Folly; The tender compassion of our Heavenly Father was moved towards his disobedient Children, as soon as ever he beheld them miserable through their own Folly; dt j n1 pp-f po12 j n1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 j n2, c-acp av c-acp av pns31 vvd pno32 j p-acp po32 d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 3
929 and because his Holiness and Justice and Wisdom made it highly requisite (as I have observ'd in my last discourse) that an Expiation should be made for the dishonour done to these Attributes by the Sins of Men, his Goodness therefore mov'd him to find out and to appoint an Expiation, which should be entirely Satisfactory to him, and Because his Holiness and justice and Wisdom made it highly requisite (as I have observed in my last discourse) that an Expiation should be made for the dishonour done to these Attributes by the Sins of Men, his goodness Therefore moved him to find out and to appoint an Expiation, which should be entirely Satisfactory to him, cc c-acp po31 n1 cc n1 cc n1 vvd pn31 av-j j (c-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp po11 ord n1) cst dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 vdn p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, po31 n1 av vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi av cc pc-acp vvi dt n1, r-crq vmd vbi av-j j p-acp pno31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 4
930 and to send his only begotten Son into the World to this purpose. and to send his only begotten Son into the World to this purpose. cc pc-acp vvi po31 av-j vvn n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 4
931 For which reason the Scripture so often magnifies the Love of God, in giving his Son for us. For which reason the Scripture so often Magnifies the Love of God, in giving his Son for us. p-acp r-crq n1 dt n1 av av vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp pno12. (8) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 4
932 In this, saith St. John, was manifested the love of God towards us, because that God sent his only begotten Son into the World, that we might live through him. In this, Says Saint John, was manifested the love of God towards us, Because that God sent his only begotten Son into the World, that we might live through him. p-acp d, vvz n1 np1, vbds vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, c-acp cst np1 vvd po31 av-j vvn n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp pno31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 4
933 Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the Propitiation for our Sins. Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the Propitiation for our Sins. av vbz n1, xx cst pns12 vvd np1, cc-acp cst pns31 vvd pno12, cc vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 4
934 After which there could be no place left for a suspicion of his readiness to accept the Satisfaction, which was offer'd to him by this Mediator of his own appointing. After which there could be no place left for a suspicion of his readiness to accept the Satisfaction, which was offered to him by this Mediator of his own appointing. p-acp r-crq a-acp vmd vbi dx n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 d vvg. (8) sermon (DIV1) 239 Page 4
935 But with Men the case was far otherwise. There was much indisposition and inability in them, likely to obstruct their returning to God, and being reconcil'd to him. But with Men the case was Far otherwise. There was much indisposition and inability in them, likely to obstruct their returning to God, and being reconciled to him. cc-acp p-acp n2 dt n1 vbds av-j av. pc-acp vbds d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, j pc-acp vvi po32 vvg p-acp np1, cc vbg vvn p-acp pno31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 4
936 It was no light Undertaking to remove the Suspicion and Jealousie, which Siuners had entertain'd, with respect to the divine Goodness, which they were Conscious they had so unworthily disoblig'd; It was no Light Undertaking to remove the Suspicion and Jealousy, which Siuners had entertained, with respect to the divine goodness, which they were Conscious they had so unworthily disobliged; pn31 vbds dx n1 vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1, r-crq np1 vhd vvn, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, r-crq pns32 vbdr j pns32 vhd av av-j vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 4
937 and to take off that aversion of Mind from God, which naturally follow'd upon such a Jealousie. and to take off that aversion of Mind from God, which naturally followed upon such a Jealousy. cc pc-acp vvi a-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, r-crq av-j vvd p-acp d dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 4
938 A new discovery of Divine Truth, and a fresh supply of Spiritual Strength became necessary, upon account of the ignorance and weakness which Men had contracted; A new discovery of Divine Truth, and a fresh supply of Spiritual Strength became necessary, upon account of the ignorance and weakness which Men had contracted; dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f j n1 vvd j, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 r-crq n2 vhd vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 4
939 and particularly the interposure of Supernatural Grace to Conquer the perverseness and obstinacy of their Wills. and particularly the interposure of Supernatural Grace to Conquer the perverseness and obstinacy of their Wills. cc av-j dt n1 pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 4
940 And after all much Power and Wisdom were requisite for removing all the remaining inconveniencies and mischiefs, which the Sins of Men had expos'd them to, And After all much Power and Wisdom were requisite for removing all the remaining inconveniences and mischiefs, which the Sins of Men had exposed them to, cc p-acp d d n1 cc n1 vbdr j p-acp vvg d dt j-vvg n2 cc n2, r-crq dt n2 pp-f n2 vhd vvn pno32 p-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 5
941 and the completing that Salvation which they stood in need of. and the completing that Salvation which they stood in need of. cc dt vvg d n1 r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp n1 pp-f. (8) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 5
942 That therefore which we have to do, is to take a particular and distinct view of the various Necessities of fallen Men, which were to be provided for by a Mediator, in order to the reconciling them to God, and conferring Salvation upon them; That Therefore which we have to do, is to take a particular and distinct view of the various Necessities of fallen Men, which were to be provided for by a Mediator, in order to the reconciling them to God, and conferring Salvation upon them; cst av r-crq pns12 vhb pc-acp vdi, vbz pc-acp vvi dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f j-vvn n2, r-crq vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pno32 p-acp np1, cc vvg n1 p-acp pno32; (8) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 5
943 and to shew that Jesus Christ, by his coming into the World, hath so abundantly provided for all these Necessities, and to show that jesus christ, by his coming into the World, hath so abundantly provided for all these Necessities, cc pc-acp vvi cst np1 np1, p-acp po31 vvg p-acp dt n1, vhz av av-j vvn p-acp d d n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 5
944 and that in a manner so far surpassing any other Method, which our thoughts are able to suggest to us, and that in a manner so Far surpassing any other Method, which our thoughts Are able to suggest to us, cc cst p-acp dt n1 av av-j vvg d j-jn n1, r-crq po12 n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, (8) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 5
945 as thereby farther to recommend his Institution to our Belief and Acceptance, as worthy of God, and fit for us. as thereby farther to recommend his Institution to our Belief and Acceptance, as worthy of God, and fit for us. c-acp av jc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, p-acp j pp-f np1, cc j p-acp pno12. (8) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 5
946 And this we may do under the following Heads. And this we may do under the following Heads. cc d pns12 vmb vdi p-acp dt j-vvg n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 240 Page 5
947 First, Men by their Apostacy had fallen into a Suspicion and Jealousie, with respect to the divine Goodness, First, Men by their Apostasy had fallen into a Suspicion and Jealousy, with respect to the divine goodness, ord, n2 p-acp po32 n1 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 5
948 and an alienation of Mind from God, as the Consequence thereof. and an alienation of Mind from God, as the Consequence thereof. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, c-acp dt n1 av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 241 Page 5
949 Secondly, They were degenerated into an ignorance of God, and of themselves, and of the several particulars of their Duty. Secondly, They were degenerated into an ignorance of God, and of themselves, and of the several particulars of their Duty. ord, pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pp-f px32, cc pp-f dt j n2-j pp-f po32 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 242 Page 5
950 Thirdly, They had contracted an indisposition and inability to comply with the divine Will, when fully and clearly manifested to them. Thirdly, They had contracted an indisposition and inability to comply with the divine Will, when Fully and clearly manifested to them. ord, pns32 vhd vvn dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-crq av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 243 Page 5
951 Fourthly, After all they were under an incapacity of removing many other evil and mischievous consequences, which their Sins had expos'd them to, Fourthly, After all they were under an incapacity of removing many other evil and mischievous consequences, which their Sins had exposed them to, ord, p-acp d pns32 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg d j-jn n-jn cc j n2, r-crq po32 n2 vhd vvn pno32 p-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 244 Page 5
952 and obtaining for themselves that complete Salvation which they stood in need of. and obtaining for themselves that complete Salvation which they stood in need of. cc vvg p-acp px32 cst j n1 r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp n1 pp-f. (8) sermon (DIV1) 244 Page 5
953 Of each of these I shall by God's Assistance discourse severally, and shew, as I go along, Of each of these I shall by God's Assistance discourse severally, and show, as I go along, pp-f d pp-f d pns11 vmb p-acp npg1 n1 vvi av-j, cc vvi, c-acp pns11 vvb a-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 245 Page 6
954 how our Lord in executing his Mediatorial Office hath provided for all these Necessities. how our Lord in executing his Mediatorial Office hath provided for all these Necessities. c-crq po12 n1 p-acp vvg po31 np1 n1 vhz vvn p-acp d d n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 245 Page 6
955 First, To begin with that Suspicion and Jealousie, with respect to the divine Goodness, which Sinners were fallen into, First, To begin with that Suspicion and Jealousy, with respect to the divine goodness, which Sinners were fallen into, ord, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, r-crq n2 vbdr vvn p-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 246 Page 6
956 and that Alienation of Mind from God, which was consequent thereupon. This I formerly took notice of, when I mention'd the Case of our first Parents, and that Alienation of Mind from God, which was consequent thereupon. This I formerly took notice of, when I mentioned the Case of our First Parents, cc d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vbds j av. d pns11 av-j vvd n1 pp-f, c-crq pns11 vvn dt n1 pp-f po12 ord n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 246 Page 6
957 as represented by Moses, how they discover'd their dread of Almighty God, and the Estrangement of their Minds from him, immediately after their fall, by declining his Presence, as represented by Moses, how they discovered their dread of Almighty God, and the Estrangement of their Minds from him, immediately After their fallen, by declining his Presence, c-acp vvn p-acp np1, c-crq pns32 vvd po32 n1 pp-f j-jn np1, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp pno31, av-j p-acp po32 n1, p-acp vvg po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 6
958 and hiding themselves from him, as soon as they had any intimations of his approach. and hiding themselves from him, as soon as they had any intimations of his approach. cc vvg px32 p-acp pno31, c-acp av c-acp pns32 vhd d n2 pp-f po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 6
959 I observ'd likewise, that this is in some measure the case of all Sinners, that have not hardned themselves by a long Custom in doing evil. I observed likewise, that this is in Some measure the case of all Sinners, that have not hardened themselves by a long Custom in doing evil. pns11 vvd av, cst d vbz p-acp d n1 dt n1 pp-f d n2, cst vhb xx vvn px32 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp vdg n-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 6
960 And if we take a view of Mankind, antecedently to any known declaration of God's Mercy to them by some express Revelation, we shall find that 'tis true in experience, that there arises an awe and dread from the Consciousness of Guilt, together with a dissatisfaction as to the Ways and Means of appeasing the divine displeasure, the consequence of which must be, according to the frame and constitution of Humane Nature, a want of that filial Reverence and Love, which is due to the great Father of all. And if we take a view of Mankind, antecedently to any known declaration of God's Mercy to them by Some express Revelation, we shall find that it's true in experience, that there arises an awe and dread from the Consciousness of Gilded, together with a dissatisfaction as to the Ways and Means of appeasing the divine displeasure, the consequence of which must be, according to the frame and constitution of Humane Nature, a want of that filial reverence and Love, which is due to the great Father of all. cc cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, av-j p-acp d j-vvn n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp d j n1, pns12 vmb vvi d pn31|vbz j p-acp n1, cst a-acp vvz dt n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvn, av p-acp dt n1 c-acp p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f vvg dt j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f r-crq vmb vbi, vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1, dt n1 pp-f cst j n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d. (8) sermon (DIV1) 247 Page 6
961 And this I take to have been the apparent ground of those many superstitious Practices in the Pagan World, whereby they attempted to atone their supposed Deities, And this I take to have been the apparent ground of those many superstitious Practices in the Pagan World, whereby they attempted to atone their supposed Deities, cc d pns11 vvb pc-acp vhi vbn dt j n1 pp-f d d j n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp vvb po32 j-vvn n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 7
962 even by very unnatural Methods, sacrificing to that purpose, not only all sorts of Animals, even by very unnatural Methods, sacrificing to that purpose, not only all sorts of Animals, av p-acp av j n2, vvg p-acp d n1, xx av-j d n2 pp-f n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 7
963 but even those of their own kind, offering up humane blood, the blood even of their Sons and Daughters, but even those of their own kind, offering up humane blood, the blood even of their Sons and Daughters, cc-acp av d pp-f po32 d n1, vvg a-acp j n1, dt n1 av pp-f po32 n2 cc n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 7
964 for the expiation of their Sins. for the expiation of their Sins. p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 7
965 For, although I doubt not, but sacrificing had its Original from a divine Institution, and that Tradition had spread the Practice throughout the World; For, although I doubt not, but sacrificing had its Original from a divine Institution, and that Tradition had spread the Practice throughout the World; p-acp, cs pns11 vvb xx, cc-acp vvg vhn po31 j-jn p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc d n1 vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 7
966 yet this Tradition being by degrees corrupted, Men fell into the use of such Sacrifices, not as God had at first appointed, yet this Tradition being by Degrees corrupted, Men fell into the use of such Sacrifices, not as God had At First appointed, av d n1 vbg p-acp n2 vvn, n2 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, xx c-acp np1 vhd p-acp ord vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 7
967 but as to their own vain and foolish Imaginations, which varied in different Regions, seem'd most likely to appease the wrath of their incensed Deities. but as to their own vain and foolish Imaginations, which varied in different Regions, seemed most likely to appease the wrath of their incensed Deities. cc-acp c-acp p-acp po32 d j cc j n2, r-crq vvn p-acp j n2, vvd av-ds j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 j-vvn n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 7
968 It was from their mistaken and corrupted apprehensions of the divine Nature, that they invented Expiations, which it was neither fit for the divine Majesty to accept, It was from their mistaken and corrupted apprehensions of the divine Nature, that they invented Expiations, which it was neither fit for the divine Majesty to accept, pn31 vbds p-acp po32 j-vvn cc j-vvn n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cst pns32 vvd n2, r-crq pn31 vbds dx n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi, (8) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 7
969 nor for reasonable Creatures to offer: nor for reasonable Creatures to offer: ccx p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi: (8) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 7
970 but it was their consciousness of guilt, conspiring with an antient Tradition, which did naturally and reasonably move them to think some Expiation or other requisite; but it was their consciousness of guilt, conspiring with an ancient Tradition, which did naturally and reasonably move them to think Some Expiation or other requisite; cc-acp pn31 vbds po32 n1 pp-f n1, vvg p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vdd av-j cc av-j vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi d n1 cc j-jn j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 7
971 and forasmuch as they did not well know, what might be acceptable, there still remain'd a dissatisfaction and uneasiness, and forasmuch as they did not well know, what might be acceptable, there still remained a dissatisfaction and uneasiness, cc av c-acp pns32 vdd xx av vvi, q-crq vmd vbi j, a-acp av vvd dt n1 cc n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 7
972 after all their attempts that way. But not to look so far abroad. After all their attempts that Way. But not to look so Far abroad. p-acp d po32 n2 cst n1. cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi av av-j av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 248 Page 7
973 I dare appeal, for the truth of this, to the inward sense of our own Minds. I Dare appeal, for the truth of this, to the inward sense of our own Minds. pns11 vvb n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 d n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 7
974 Let but any man faithfully consult his own Conscience, and recollect the thoughts which have arisen within his Breast, whenever he has been Conscious of having done an ill thing, I doubt not, Let but any man faithfully consult his own Conscience, and recollect the thoughts which have arisen within his Breast, whenever he has been Conscious of having done an ill thing, I doubt not, vvb p-acp d n1 av-j vvi po31 d n1, cc vvb dt n2 r-crq vhb vvn p-acp po31 n1, av pns31 vhz vbn j pp-f vhg vdn dt j-jn n1, pns11 vvb xx, (8) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 7
975 but if he will ingenuously own what he finds there, it will be to this purpose; but if he will ingenuously own what he finds there, it will be to this purpose; cc-acp cs pns31 vmb av-j d r-crq pns31 vvz a-acp, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 7
976 that his guilt has made him not only asham'd, but afraid too, it has possest him with a just apprehension of the displeasure of the Almighty, it has more or less estranged his Mind from that excellent Being, render'd him shy of addressing himself to him, and doubtful of his acceptance; that his guilt has made him not only ashamed, but afraid too, it has possessed him with a just apprehension of the displeasure of the Almighty, it has more or less estranged his Mind from that excellent Being, rendered him shy of addressing himself to him, and doubtful of his acceptance; cst po31 n1 vhz vvn pno31 xx av-j j, cc-acp j av, pn31 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn, pn31 vhz n1 cc av-dc vvn po31 n1 p-acp d j vbg, vvd pno31 j pp-f vvg px31 p-acp pno31, cc j pp-f po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 8
977 if he was not formerly habituated to acts of Devotion, he became upon this more averse to them; if he was not formerly habituated to acts of Devotion, he became upon this more averse to them; cs pns31 vbds xx av-j vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1, pns31 vvd p-acp d dc j p-acp pno32; (8) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 8
978 if he had been accustomed to address himself seriously to the Almighty, his Devotion henceforward became cool and flat, his Faith and Hope in God were apparently abated, if he had been accustomed to address himself seriously to the Almighty, his Devotion henceforward became cool and flat, his Faith and Hope in God were apparently abated, cs pns31 vhd vbn vvn pc-acp vvi px31 av-j p-acp dt j-jn, po31 n1 av vvd j cc j, po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 vbdr av-j vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 8
979 and he was in danger of contracting an habitual estrangement from him, unless from the encouragement which the Gospel gives to Repentance, he quickly bethought himself, and recover'd his temper again. and he was in danger of contracting an habitual estrangement from him, unless from the encouragement which the Gospel gives to Repentance, he quickly bethought himself, and recovered his temper again. cc pns31 vbds p-acp n1 pp-f vvg dt j n1 p-acp pno31, cs p-acp dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp n1, pns31 av-j vvd px31, cc vvd po31 n1 av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 8
980 Insomuch that I doubt not, but it is much more difficult for a man deeply sensible of any guilt that he has contracted, either to forgive himself, Insomuch that I doubt not, but it is much more difficult for a man deeply sensible of any guilt that he has contracted, either to forgive himself, av cst pns11 vvb xx, cc-acp pn31 vbz d dc j p-acp dt n1 av-jn j pp-f d n1 cst pns31 vhz vvn, av-d pc-acp vvi px31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 8
981 or to believe firmly that God hath forgiven him, than it is for God to do it. or to believe firmly that God hath forgiven him, than it is for God to do it. cc pc-acp vvi av-j cst np1 vhz vvn pno31, cs pn31 vbz p-acp np1 pc-acp vdi pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 8
982 It requires both a great sense of the divine Goodness founded upon the doctrine of the Gospel, It requires both a great sense of the divine goodness founded upon the Doctrine of the Gospel, pn31 vvz d dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 8
983 and a temper like to that of God therein represented, for a Man that knows and feels what it is wilfully to have transgress'd the Laws of his Maker, firmly to believe and hope in him. and a temper like to that of God therein represented, for a Man that knows and feels what it is wilfully to have transgressed the Laws of his Maker, firmly to believe and hope in him. cc dt n1 av-j p-acp d pp-f np1 av vvn, p-acp dt n1 cst vvz cc vvz r-crq pn31 vbz av-j pc-acp vhi vvn dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 249 Page 8
984 And all this seems to arise from the make and constitution of our Souls. And all this seems to arise from the make and constitution of our Souls. cc d d vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 250 Page 8
985 It hath pleas'd our Creator wisely and graciously to order the matter so in our very formation, that this uneasiness and dissatisfaction, this fear and dread should be the consequence of our doing amiss, from a kind of natural Instinct, It hath pleased our Creator wisely and graciously to order the matter so in our very formation, that this uneasiness and dissatisfaction, this Fear and dread should be the consequence of our doing amiss, from a kind of natural Instinct, pn31 vhz vvn po12 n1 av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 av p-acp po12 j n1, cst d n1 cc n1, d n1 cc n1 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f po12 vdg av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 250 Page 8
986 as a restraint and check upon us, that we might not only apprehend the malignity of Sin from reasoning and inferring, as a restraint and check upon us, that we might not only apprehend the malignity of since from reasoning and inferring, c-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vmd xx av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg, (8) sermon (DIV1) 250 Page 9
987 but might also be sensible of it by inward feeling; but might also be sensible of it by inward feeling; cc-acp vmd av vbi j pp-f pn31 p-acp j n-vvg; (8) sermon (DIV1) 250 Page 9
988 insomuch that he who wants such a sense, after any sin knowingly and wilfully committed by him, is one who either never yet had his Mind awaken'd to an apprehension of divine things, insomuch that he who Wants such a sense, After any since knowingly and wilfully committed by him, is one who either never yet had his Mind awakened to an apprehension of divine things, av cst pns31 r-crq vvz d dt n1, p-acp d n1 av-vvg cc av-j vvn p-acp pno31, vbz pi r-crq av-d av av vhd po31 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 250 Page 9
989 or who has stupified his Conscience by a long Custom in Evil-doing. or who has Stupified his Conscience by a long Custom in Evil-doing. cc r-crq vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 250 Page 9
990 'Tis true, as I before observ'd, we have implanted in us natural apprehensions also of the divine Goodness and Mercy: It's true, as I before observed, we have implanted in us natural apprehensions also of the divine goodness and Mercy: pn31|vbz j, c-acp pns11 a-acp vvn, pns12 vhb vvn p-acp pno12 j n2 av pp-f dt j-jn n1 cc n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 251 Page 9
991 but forasmuch as the Holiness and the Justice of God (concerning which I had occasion to discourse in my last Lecture) are as evident to our thoughts as his Goodness is, there is a foundation of Fear, but forasmuch as the Holiness and the justice of God (Concerning which I had occasion to discourse in my last Lecture) Are as evident to our thoughts as his goodness is, there is a Foundation of fear, cc-acp av c-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1 (vvg r-crq pns11 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po11 ord n1) vbr p-acp j p-acp po12 n2 p-acp po31 n1 vbz, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 251 Page 9
992 as well as of Hope, laid in our Minds, and such a Fear, as will be apt to keep the Sinner at a very uneasie distance from his Maker, till he shall be pleas'd some way or other to reveal his Mercy to him. as well as of Hope, laid in our Minds, and such a fear, as will be apt to keep the Sinner At a very uneasy distance from his Maker, till he shall be pleased Some Way or other to reveal his Mercy to him. c-acp av c-acp pp-f n1, vvn p-acp po12 n2, cc d dt n1, c-acp vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j j n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vmb vbi vvn d n1 cc n-jn pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 251 Page 9
993 God hath indeed given many intimations of his kind Intentions towards the Children of Men, all along since their first Apostacy, by sparing, preserving, God hath indeed given many intimations of his kind Intentions towards the Children of Men, all along since their First Apostasy, by sparing, preserving, np1 vhz av vvn d n2 pp-f po31 j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, d a-acp c-acp po32 ord n1, p-acp vvg, j-vvg, (8) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 9
994 and providing for them, by bestowing innumerable Blessing upon them, by doing them good, and giving them rain from Heaven, and providing for them, by bestowing innumerable Blessing upon them, by doing them good, and giving them rain from Heaven, cc vvg p-acp pno32, p-acp vvg j n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp vdg pno32 j, cc vvg pno32 vvi p-acp n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 9
995 and fruitful seasons, filling their hearts with food and gladness, thereby not leaving himself without witness, as the Apostle speaks. and fruitful seasons, filling their hearts with food and gladness, thereby not leaving himself without witness, as the Apostle speaks. cc j n2, vvg po32 n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, av xx vvg px31 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz. (8) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 9
996 Nay he hath, as we Christians believe, laid a sure foundation for the hope of Mankind, by his gracious Promise made to our First Parents, of the Seed of the VVoman, which to the Nation of the Jews was still farther explain'd and confirm'd by following Predictions, Nay he hath, as we Christians believe, laid a sure Foundation for the hope of Mankind, by his gracious Promise made to our First Parents, of the Seed of the VVoman, which to the nation of the jews was still farther explained and confirmed by following Predictions, uh-x pns31 vhz, c-acp pns12 njpg2 vvi, vvd dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp po31 j n1 vvn p-acp po12 ord n2, pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2 vbds av jc vvn cc vvn p-acp vvg n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 10
997 and might by the help of an obscure Tradition be the occasion also of reviving Mens Hopes in God, and might by the help of an Obscure Tradition be the occasion also of reviving Men's Hope's in God, cc vmd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbi dt n1 av pp-f vvg ng2 ng1 p-acp np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 10
998 even in other Nations, all which was but an imperfect Edition of the Gospel Revelation. even in other nations, all which was but an imperfect Edition of the Gospel Revelation. av p-acp j-jn n2, d r-crq vbds p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 10
999 But by this only we have the ground of our Fear wholly remov'd, and our Hopes render'd clear and lively. But by this only we have the ground of our fear wholly removed, and our Hope's rendered clear and lively. p-acp p-acp d av-j pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 av-jn vvn, cc po12 ng1 vvn av-j cc j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 252 Page 10
1000 For nothing certainly can be conceiv'd of equal force for restoring the Faith and Hope of Mankind in their offended Creator, with the consideration of his having sent his only begotten Son into the World to become our Mediator. This is a Declaration of the Goodness and Philanthropy of God, such as we could not have in the least expected, For nothing Certainly can be conceived of equal force for restoring the Faith and Hope of Mankind in their offended Creator, with the consideration of his having sent his only begotten Son into the World to become our Mediator. This is a Declaration of the goodness and Philanthropy of God, such as we could not have in the least expected, p-acp pix av-j vmb vbi vvn pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 j-vvn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 vhg vvn po31 j vvn n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1. d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, d c-acp pns12 vmd xx vhi p-acp dt av-ds vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 10
1001 nor can possibly desire or imagine any that should equal it. nor can possibly desire or imagine any that should equal it. ccx vmb av-j vvi cc vvi d cst vmd vvi pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 10
1002 We may fairly from hence argue with the Apostle, He who spared not his own Son, We may fairly from hence argue with the Apostle, He who spared not his own Son, pns12 vmb av-j p-acp av vvi p-acp dt n1, pns31 r-crq vvd xx po31 d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 10
1003 but deliver'd him up for us all, (who first spar'd him not, but gave him from his own Bosom, but Delivered him up for us all, (who First spared him not, but gave him from his own Bosom, cc-acp vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp pno12 d, (r-crq ord vvd pno31 xx, p-acp vvd pno31 p-acp po31 d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 10
1004 and again spar'd him not, but gave him up to all those grievous Sufferings, to which he was expos'd in our Nature, and again spared him not, but gave him up to all those grievous Sufferings, to which he was exposed in our Nature, cc av vvd pno31 xx, p-acp vvd pno31 p-acp p-acp d d j n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po12 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 10
1005 and for our sake) how shall he not with him also freely give us all things? The condescension of so great and excellent a Person, one so near to the Father of all, in coming into this lower World, cloath'd with our Nature, by the designation and appointment of God, was such a Demonstration of the Care and Concernment of the Almighty on our behalf, and for our sake) how shall he not with him also freely give us all things? The condescension of so great and excellent a Person, one so near to the Father of all, in coming into this lower World, clothed with our Nature, by the designation and appointment of God, was such a Demonstration of the Care and Concernment of the Almighty on our behalf, cc p-acp po12 n1) c-crq vmb pns31 xx p-acp pno31 av av-j vvi pno12 d n2? dt n1 pp-f av j cc j dt n1, pi av av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, p-acp vvg p-acp d jc n1, vvn p-acp po12 n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vbds d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn p-acp po12 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 10
1006 as upon our first belief of it must necessarily create in us a lively Hope, that he had gracious and merciful Designs for our good. as upon our First belief of it must necessarily create in us a lively Hope, that he had gracious and merciful Designs for our good. c-acp p-acp po12 ord n1 pp-f pn31 vmb av-j vvi p-acp pno12 dt j n1, cst pns31 vhd j cc j n2 p-acp po12 j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 10
1007 But if we add to this, what our Lord declar'd, and did, and suffer'd for us in our Nature, there can be no farther place left for Suspicion or Jealousie for the future. But if we add to this, what our Lord declared, and did, and suffered for us in our Nature, there can be no farther place left for Suspicion or Jealousy for the future. p-acp cs pns12 vvb p-acp d, r-crq po12 n1 vvd, cc vdd, cc vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n1, pc-acp vmb vbi dx jc n1 vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 253 Page 11
1008 This was one main Design of our Saviour's Preaching, to declare the good Will of his Heavenly Father toward the Children of Men, This was one main Design of our Saviour's Preaching, to declare the good Will of his Heavenly Father towards the Children of Men, d vbds pi j n1 pp-f po12 ng1 vvg, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 11
1009 and his readiness to receive them, upon their return to him. and his readiness to receive them, upon their return to him. cc po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, p-acp po32 n1 p-acp pno31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 11
1010 They are his own words, God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting Life. They Are his own words, God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever Believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting Life. pns32 vbr po31 d n2, np1 av vvd dt n1, cst pns31 vvd po31 j vvn n1, cst r-crq vvz p-acp pno31 vmd xx vvi, cc-acp vhb j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 11
1011 For God sent not his Son (as he justly might have done) to condemn the world, but that the world through him might be saved. For God sent not his Son (as he justly might have done) to condemn the world, but that the world through him might be saved. p-acp np1 vvd xx po31 n1 (c-acp pns31 av-j vmd vhi vdn) pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc-acp cst dt n1 p-acp pno31 vmd vbi vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 11
1012 When in the Synagogue he took the Book of the Prophets into his hands, opening his Commission, When in the Synagogue he took the Book of the prophets into his hands, opening his Commission, c-crq p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp po31 n2, vvg po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 11
1013 and declaring to what purpose he was anointed of God, it was by applying those words of Isaiah to himself, The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath anointed me to preach the Gospel to the poor, he hath sent me to heal the broken hearted, to preach deliverance to the Captives, and declaring to what purpose he was anointed of God, it was by applying those words of Isaiah to himself, The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, Because he hath anointed me to preach the Gospel to the poor, he hath sent me to heal the broken hearted, to preach deliverance to the Captives, cc vvg p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vbds vvn pp-f np1, pn31 vbds p-acp vvg d n2 pp-f np1 p-acp px31, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp pno11, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j, pns31 vhz vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn j-vvn, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n2-jn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 11
1014 and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised, to preach the acceptable year of the Lord. and recovering of sighed to the blind, to Set At liberty them that Are Bruised, to preach the acceptable year of the Lord. cc vvg pp-f n1 p-acp dt j, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pno32 cst vbr vvn, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 254 Page 11
1015 His whole Conversation was one continued declaration of the divine Goodness and Compassion to Sinners, he doing all he did in the Name, His Whole Conversation was one continued declaration of the divine goodness and Compassion to Sinners, he doing all he did in the Name, po31 j-jn n1 vbds pi vvn n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp n2, pns31 vdg d pns31 vdd p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 11
1016 and by the Authority of the Father, of whose Person he was the Express Image or Character. To the end that he might revive the hopes even of the worst of Men, and by the authority of the Father, of whose Person he was the Express Image or Character. To the end that he might revive the hope's even of the worst of Men, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pp-f r-crq n1 pns31 vbds dt j n1 cc n1. p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n2 av pp-f dt js pp-f n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 11
1017 if they could but be prevail'd with to repent of their evil ways, he did, if they could but be prevailed with to Repent of their evil ways, he did, cs pns32 vmd p-acp vbi vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi pp-f po32 j-jn n2, pns31 vdd, (8) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 11
1018 as we know, frequently converse with Publicans and Sinners, assigning these as his Reasons for doing so, that the whole need not a Physician, but they that be sick, and that he came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance. as we know, frequently converse with Publicans and Sinners, assigning these as his Reasons for doing so, that the Whole need not a physician, but they that be sick, and that he Come not to call the righteous, but Sinners to Repentance. c-acp pns12 vvb, av-j vvi p-acp n2 cc n2, vvg d c-acp po31 n2 p-acp vdg av, cst dt j-jn n1 xx dt n1, p-acp pns32 cst vbb j, cc d pns31 vvd xx pc-acp vvi dt j, cc-acp n2 p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 12
1019 The weary and heavy laden, those who labour'd under the burden and sense of their Sins, he kindly invited to come to him, promising them Rest, and encouraging them by that meekness and lowlin•ss of heart which he was ready to exercise towards them. The weary and heavy laden, those who laboured under the burden and sense of their Sins, he kindly invited to come to him, promising them Rest, and encouraging them by that meekness and lowlin•ss of heart which he was ready to exercise towards them. dt j cc j vvn, d r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2, pns31 av-j vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, vvg pno32 vvb, cc vvg pno32 p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 12
1020 Such indeed was his Meekness, as never to break the bruised reed, nor quench the smoaking flax, not in the least to discountenance any who were honest and well-meaning, Such indeed was his Meekness, as never to break the Bruised reed, nor quench the smoking flax, not in the least to discountenance any who were honest and well-meaning, d av vbds po31 n1, c-acp av pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn n1, ccx vvi dt j-vvg n1, xx p-acp dt ds pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbdr j cc j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 12
1021 but to encourage their first applications to him. but to encourage their First applications to him. cc-acp pc-acp vvi po32 ord n2 p-acp pno31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 12
1022 Such we know his practice was with respect to Zacheus, Mary Magdalene, and the Syrophoenician Woman, making these Examples and Instances of his readiness to accept the Repentance and Faith of Sinners, whether Jews or Gentiles. Such we know his practice was with respect to Zacchaeus, Marry Magdalene, and the Syrophoenician Woman, making these Examples and Instances of his readiness to accept the Repentance and Faith of Sinners, whither jews or Gentiles. d pns12 vvb po31 n1 vbds p-acp n1 p-acp np1, uh np1, cc dt np1 n1, vvg d n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, cs np2 cc n2-j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 255 Page 12
1023 And least all this should not be sufficient, that he might render Mens Faith and Hope in God firm and unmoveable, he laid down his life for them, shedding his bloud (as himself declares) for the remission of Sins. And lest all this should not be sufficient, that he might render Men's Faith and Hope in God firm and Unmovable, he laid down his life for them, shedding his blood (as himself declares) for the remission of Sins. cc cs d d vmd xx vbi j, cst pns31 vmd vvi ng2 n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 j cc j-u, pns31 vvd a-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno32, vvg po31 n1 (p-acp px31 vvz) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 256 Page 12
1024 Mankind in general were apprehensive of the need of a Sacrifice to be made for Sins, being led into this apprehension (as I have already observ'd) partly by an antient Tradition, Mankind in general were apprehensive of the need of a Sacrifice to be made for Sins, being led into this apprehension (as I have already observed) partly by an ancient Tradition, n1 p-acp n1 vbdr j pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2, vbg vvn p-acp d n1 (c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn) av p-acp dt j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 12
1025 and partly by a sense of guilt, and as the consequence thereof great doubts and fears concerning the divine acceptance; and partly by a sense of guilt, and as the consequence thereof great doubts and fears Concerning the divine acceptance; cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt n1 av j n2 cc n2 vvg dt j-jn n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 12
1026 and the Jews had been admonish'd of the need and use of Sacrifices, by the Law of Moses; our Mediator therefore once for all offer'd up such a Sacrifice, and the jews had been admonished of the need and use of Sacrifices, by the Law of Moses; our Mediator Therefore once for all offered up such a Sacrifice, cc dt np2 vhd vbn vvd pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; po12 n1 av a-acp p-acp d vvd a-acp d dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 12
1027 as might for ever put an end to the use of that Rite, and yield full satisfaction to the minds of Men, that complete Expiation was now made to God for their Offences. as might for ever put an end to the use of that Rite, and yield full satisfaction to the minds of Men, that complete Expiation was now made to God for their Offences. c-acp vmd c-acp av vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc vvi j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, cst j n1 vbds av vvn p-acp np1 p-acp po32 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 13
1028 The bloud of Bulls and of Goats could sanctifie only to the purifying of the flesh, that is, could make a man legally clean, according to the Prescription of the Law of Moses: But it was the bloud of Christ, who through the Eternal. Spirit offer'd himself without spot to God, which alone could purge the Conscience from dead works. The blood of Bulls and of Goats could sanctify only to the purifying of the Flesh, that is, could make a man legally clean, according to the Prescription of the Law of Moses: But it was the blood of christ, who through the Eternal. Spirit offered himself without spot to God, which alone could purge the Conscience from dead works. dt n1 pp-f n2 cc pp-f ng1 vmd vvi av-j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, cst vbz, vmd vvi dt n1 av-j j, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: p-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq p-acp dt j. n1 vvd px31 p-acp n1 p-acp np1, r-crq av-j vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp j n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 13
1029 For, as the same Writer again argues a little after, It is not possible that the bloud of Bulls and of Goats should take away sins; For, as the same Writer again argues a little After, It is not possible that the blood of Bulls and of Goats should take away Sins; p-acp, c-acp dt d n1 av vvz dt j a-acp, pn31 vbz xx j cst dt n1 pp-f n2 cc pp-f n2 vmd vvi av n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 13
1030 No! but we are sanctified through the offering of the Body of Jesus Christ once for all; No! but we Are sanctified through the offering of the Body of jesus christ once for all; uh-dx p-acp pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 a-acp p-acp d; (8) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 13
1031 and by this Offering, he perfecteth for ever them that are sanctified, both expiating the guilt of their Sins, and by this Offering, he perfecteth for ever them that Are sanctified, both expiating the guilt of their Sins, cc p-acp d vvg, pns31 vvz p-acp av pno32 cst vbr vvn, d vvg dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 13
1032 and giving full satisfaction to their doubtful minds; and giving full satisfaction to their doubtful minds; cc vvg j n1 p-acp po32 j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 13
1033 so that we now have boldness, or liberty, to enter into the holiest by the bloud of Jesus, by a new and living way, which he hath consecrated for us through the Veil of his Flesh; and under the Patronage of this High Priest we may draw near with a true heart and full assurance of Faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil Conscience. so that we now have boldness, or liberty, to enter into the Holiest by the blood of jesus, by a new and living Way, which he hath consecrated for us through the Veil of his Flesh; and under the Patronage of this High Priest we may draw near with a true heart and full assurance of Faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil Conscience. av cst pns12 av vhb n1, cc n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt js p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j cc j-vvg n1, r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 pns12 vmb vvi av-j p-acp dt j n1 cc j n1 pp-f n1, vhg po12 n2 vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 257 Page 13
1034 And here by the way, we may take notice of the Wisdom of God, in disposing the Method of our Reconciliation in such manner, that by one and the same Act, viz. that of dying upon the Cross as a Sacrifice for Sin, our Mediator gave entire Satisfaction both to God and Man; And Here by the Way, we may take notice of the Wisdom of God, in disposing the Method of our Reconciliation in such manner, that by one and the same Act, viz. that of dying upon the Cross as a Sacrifice for since, our Mediator gave entire Satisfaction both to God and Man; cc av p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp d n1, cst p-acp crd cc dt d n1, n1 cst pp-f vvg p-acp dt j c-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, po12 n1 vvd j n1 av-d p-acp np1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 258 Page 13
1035 to God, upon account of the dishonour done to his Holiness and Justice, as I shew'd in my former Discourse; to God, upon account of the dishonour done to his Holiness and justice, as I showed in my former Discourse; p-acp np1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 vdn p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, c-acp pns11 vvd p-acp po11 j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 258 Page 13
1036 and to Men, upon account of the fear and dread with which their Minds were possess'd by reason of Guilt. and to Men, upon account of the Fear and dread with which their Minds were possessed by reason of Gilded. cc p-acp n2, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc vvi p-acp r-crq po32 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp n1 pp-f j-vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 258 Page 13
1037 And thus I have done with the first of those Necessities, for which our Mediator provided, by his coming into the VVorld. I proceed to the next. And thus I have done with the First of those Necessities, for which our Mediator provided, by his coming into the World. I proceed to the next. cc av pns11 vhb vdn p-acp dt ord pp-f d n2, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvn, p-acp po31 vvg p-acp dt n1. pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord. (8) sermon (DIV1) 259 Page 14
1038 Secondly, Men by their Apostacy were likewise degenerated into gross Ignorance of God, and of themselves, Secondly, Men by their Apostasy were likewise degenerated into gross Ignorance of God, and of themselves, ord, n2 p-acp po32 n1 vbdr av vvn p-acp j n1 pp-f np1, cc pp-f px32, (8) sermon (DIV1) 260 Page 14
1039 and of the several particulars of their Duty. and of the several particulars of their Duty. cc pp-f dt j n2-j pp-f po32 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 260 Page 14
1040 What knowledge of God, and of matters relating to our Spiritual Welfare, Men are capable of in this lapsed State, What knowledge of God, and of matters relating to our Spiritual Welfare, Men Are capable of in this lapsed State, q-crq n1 pp-f np1, cc pp-f n2 vvg p-acp po12 j n1, n2 vbr j pp-f p-acp d vvn n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 14
1041 if they would seriously attend to the Suggestions and Reasonings of their own Minds, and diligently use the Faculties which God hath given them, need not be disputed. if they would seriously attend to the Suggestions and Reasonings of their own Minds, and diligently use the Faculties which God hath given them, need not be disputed. cs pns32 vmd av-j vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2-vvg pp-f po32 d n2, cc av-j vvi dt n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno32, vvb xx vbi vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 14
1042 If we would know what need the World stood in of instruction from God, 'twill be proper to examine, into what degree of Ignorance it was degenerated, If we would know what need the World stood in of instruction from God, it'll be proper to examine, into what degree of Ignorance it was degenerated, cs pns12 vmd vvi r-crq n1 dt n1 vvd p-acp pp-f n1 p-acp np1, pn31|vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi, p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pn31 vbds vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 14
1043 when our Lord came into it, and how the Case stands at this time, wheresoever the Gospel is not yet divulg'd. when our Lord Come into it, and how the Case Stands At this time, wheresoever the Gospel is not yet divulged. c-crq po12 n1 vvd p-acp pn31, cc c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp d n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz xx av vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 261 Page 14
1044 They were not only false, but monstrous Opinions, which the Pagans had generally entertain'd concerning the Deity. They were not only false, but monstrous Opinions, which the Pagans had generally entertained Concerning the Deity. pns32 vbdr xx av-j j, cc-acp j n2, r-crq dt n2-jn vhd av-j vvn vvg dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 262 Page 14
1045 They had either totally lost, or notoriously confounded the Notion of the one true God, Maker of Heaven and Earth, introducing a multitude of Gods, concerning whom they had no settled apprehensions, They had either totally lost, or notoriously confounded the Notion of the one true God, Maker of Heaven and Earth, introducing a multitude of God's, Concerning whom they had no settled apprehensions, pns32 vhd d av-j vvn, cc av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f dt crd j np1, n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f n2, vvg r-crq pns32 vhd dx j-vvn n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 262 Page 14
1046 but abundance of foolish and absurd Opinions, according to the variety of their loose and wanton Fancies. but abundance of foolish and absurd Opinions, according to the variety of their lose and wanton Fancies. cc-acp n1 pp-f j cc j n2, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j cc j-jn n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 262 Page 14
1047 They chang'd the truth of God into a Lye, as the Apostle excellently expresseth it, and worshipped and served the Creature, more than (at least beside, over and above) the Creator, who is blessed for ever. They changed the truth of God into a Lie, as the Apostle excellently Expresses it, and worshipped and served the Creature, more than (At least beside, over and above) the Creator, who is blessed for ever. pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 av-j vvz pn31, cc vvn cc vvd dt n1, av-dc cs (p-acp ds a-acp, a-acp cc a-acp) dt n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 262 Page 14
1048 They were for the most part insensible of the Spiritual Nature of God, which they plainly discover'd by the multitude of their ridiculous Images, They were for the most part insensible of the Spiritual Nature of God, which they plainly discovered by the multitude of their ridiculous Images, pns32 vbdr p-acp dt av-ds n1 j pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq pns32 av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 262 Page 15
1049 as well as by the whole Order of their Worship. as well as by the Whole Order of their Worship. c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po32 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 262 Page 15
1050 They had gross misapprehensions with respect to the Moral Perfections of the divine Nature, ascribing those Qualities to their Gods, which would be a dishonour to any reasonable Creature, They had gross misapprehensions with respect to the Moral Perfections of the divine Nature, ascribing those Qualities to their God's, which would be a dishonour to any reasonable Creature, pns32 vhd j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, vvg d n2 p-acp po32 n2, r-crq vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp d j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 262 Page 15
1051 as appears not merely by the Writings of their Poets, but more undeniably by their impious and unclean Rites of Worship. as appears not merely by the Writings of their Poets, but more undeniably by their impious and unclean Rites of Worship. c-acp vvz xx av-j p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f po32 n2, cc-acp av-dc av-j p-acp po32 j cc j n2 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 262 Page 15
1052 Nor were the Vulgar only misled into these gross Errors; Nor were the vulgar only misled into these gross Errors; ccx vbdr dt j av-j vvn p-acp d j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 263 Page 15
1053 but men of all Ranks and Orders amongst them, even those who profess'd themselves to be wise became fools in this respect; but men of all Ranks and Order among them, even those who professed themselves to be wise became Fools in this respect; p-acp n2 pp-f d n2 cc n1 p-acp pno32, av d r-crq vvn px32 pc-acp vbi j vvd n2 p-acp d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 263 Page 15
1054 and although some of their Philosophers attain'd to wiser and better apprehensions themselves, yet they generally comply'd with the Vulgar Modes of Worship, which, howsoever they might endeavour to accommodate to their own apprehensions, by certain interpretations they put upon them, were extremely unworthy of the Majesty of the true God. and although Some of their Philosophers attained to Wiser and better apprehensions themselves, yet they generally complied with the vulgar Modes of Worship, which, howsoever they might endeavour to accommodate to their own apprehensions, by certain interpretations they put upon them, were extremely unworthy of the Majesty of the true God. cc cs d pp-f po32 n2 vvd p-acp jc cc jc n2 px32, av pns32 av-j vvn p-acp dt j np1 pp-f n1, r-crq, c-acp pns32 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n2, p-acp j n2 pns32 vvd p-acp pno32, vbdr av-jn j pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 263 Page 15
1055 And if they thus mistook and prevaricated with respect to God, and the Worship which they perform'd immediately to the Deities they own'd, no wonder if at the same time they had very false Notions also with respect to other parts of their Duty; And if they thus mistook and prevaricated with respect to God, and the Worship which they performed immediately to the Deities they owned, no wonder if At the same time they had very false Notions also with respect to other parts of their Duty; cc cs pns32 av vvd cc vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cc dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvd av-j p-acp dt n2 pns32 j-vvn, av-dx vvb cs p-acp dt d n1 pns32 vhd av j n2 av p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f po32 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 264 Page 15
1056 especially considering that they were not only ignorant of God, but of themselves too. They knew not their Original; especially considering that they were not only ignorant of God, but of themselves too. They knew not their Original; av-j vvg cst pns32 vbdr xx av-j j pp-f np1, cc-acp pp-f px32 av. pns32 vvd xx po32 j-jn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 264 Page 15
1057 they had lost the Tradition of being descended from one Common Stock, as likewise of the institution of Marriage by God himself in the instance of our first Parents. they had lost the Tradition of being descended from one Common Stock, as likewise of the Institution of Marriage by God himself in the instance of our First Parents. pns32 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp crd j n1, c-acp av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 ord n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 16
1058 They were unacquainted with the History of Man's body being form'd out of the Dust of the Earth, They were unacquainted with the History of Man's body being formed out of the Dust of the Earth, pns32 vbdr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1 vbg vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 16
1059 and inspir'd with the breath of God, and consequently did not so clearly discern the difference between the two parts of which themselves were constituted. and inspired with the breath of God, and consequently did not so clearly discern the difference between the two parts of which themselves were constituted. cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av-j vdd xx av av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp dt crd n2 pp-f r-crq px32 vbdr vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 16
1060 They were very uncertain at the best, as to the Spiritual and Immortal Nature of their Souls, They were very uncertain At the best, as to the Spiritual and Immortal Nature of their Souls, pns32 vbdr av j p-acp dt js, c-acp p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f po32 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 16
1061 and altogether at a loss as to the condition of a future State, if there should prove to be any. and altogether At a loss as to the condition of a future State, if there should prove to be any. cc av p-acp dt n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cs pc-acp vmd vvi pc-acp vbi d. (8) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 16
1062 They were sensible by Experience of impetuous and disorderly Appetites and Passions; They were sensible by Experience of impetuous and disorderly Appetites and Passion; pns32 vbdr j p-acp n1 pp-f j cc j n2 cc n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 16
1063 but could give no tolerable account how this disorder was introduc'd into humane Nature, nor did they generally apprehend the necessity they lay under of returning to the temper and state from which they were degenerated, but could give no tolerable account how this disorder was introduced into humane Nature, nor did they generally apprehend the necessity they lay under of returning to the temper and state from which they were degenerated, cc-acp vmd vvi dx j n1 c-crq d n1 vbds vvd p-acp j n1, ccx vdd pns32 av-j vvi dt n1 pns32 vvd p-acp pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 16
1064 or of that Supernatural Aid, which was become necessary to this purpose. or of that Supernatural Aid, which was become necessary to this purpose. cc pp-f d j n1, r-crq vbds vvn j p-acp d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 16
1065 In fine, they knew not well for what purpose they were made, nor to what end they ought to direct their Lives. In fine, they knew not well for what purpose they were made, nor to what end they ought to Direct their Lives. p-acp j, pns32 vvd xx av p-acp q-crq n1 pns32 vbdr vvn, ccx p-acp r-crq n1 pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi po32 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 265 Page 16
1066 All this Ignorance of themselves they too plainly discover'd, in allowing divers practices contrary to the design and Law of God in Nature; All this Ignorance of themselves they too plainly discovered, in allowing diverse practices contrary to the Design and Law of God in Nature; d d n1 pp-f px32 pns32 av av-j vvn, p-acp vvg j n2 j-jn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 266 Page 16
1067 such as I shall at present take for granted were Polygamy, Divorce upon slight Occasions, private Revenge of Injuries, not to mention the gratification of unnatural Lusts. In a word, they not having a just sense of the difference between Soul and Body, such as I shall At present take for granted were Polygamy, Divorce upon slight Occasions, private Revenge of Injuries, not to mention the gratification of unnatural Lusts. In a word, they not having a just sense of the difference between Soul and Body, d c-acp pns11 vmb p-acp vvi vvi c-acp vvn vbdr n1, vvb p-acp j n2, j n1 pp-f n2, xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j np1 p-acp dt n1, pns32 xx vhg dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 266 Page 16
1068 and of the Relation this present state of Life bears to a future, did not think themselves oblig'd to lay that restraint upon either their Appetites or Passions, which is fit for a reasonable Creature, design'd to five in this World in order to a better. and of the Relation this present state of Life bears to a future, did not think themselves obliged to lay that restraint upon either their Appetites or Passion, which is fit for a reasonable Creature, designed to five in this World in order to a better. cc pp-f dt n1 d j n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp dt j-jn, vdd xx vvi px32 vvn p-acp n1 cst n1 p-acp d po32 n2 cc n2, r-crq vbz j p-acp dt j n1, vvn p-acp crd p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt jc. (8) sermon (DIV1) 266 Page 16
1069 If we will judge by the Practices into which the generality of Pagans were degenerated, this will appear beyond Controversie. If we will judge by the Practices into which the generality of Pagans were degenerated, this will appear beyond Controversy. cs pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f n2-jn vbdr vvn, d vmb vvi p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 267 Page 17
1070 So that St. Paul might well give that Character of them, that they were dead in trespasses and Sins, that they fulfill'd the desires of the flesh and of the mind, finally, that they had no hope, and were without God in the world. So that Saint Paul might well give that Character of them, that they were dead in Trespasses and Sins, that they fulfilled the Desires of the Flesh and of the mind, finally, that they had no hope, and were without God in the world. av d n1 np1 vmd av vvi d n1 pp-f pno32, cst pns32 vbdr j p-acp n2 cc n2, cst pns32 vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc pp-f dt n1, av-j, cst pns32 vhd dx n1, cc vbdr p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 267 Page 17
1071 And though there were some few to be found here and there, who had attain'd to better apprehensions of things, And though there were Some few to be found Here and there, who had attained to better apprehensions of things, cc cs pc-acp vbdr d d pc-acp vbi vvn av cc a-acp, r-crq vhd vvd p-acp jc n2 pp-f n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 267 Page 17
1072 and laid down stricter Rules of Life and Manners, than others; yet as their apprehensions were very imperfect, and for the most part wavering and uncertain, and laid down Stricter Rules of Life and Manners, than Others; yet as their apprehensions were very imperfect, and for the most part wavering and uncertain, cc vvn p-acp jc n2 pp-f n1 cc n2, cs n2-jn; av c-acp po32 n2 vbdr av j, cc p-acp dt av-ds n1 vvg cc j-u, (8) sermon (DIV1) 267 Page 17
1073 so they did not express themselves in that plain, perspicuous, and authoritative manner, which was likely to render what they said useful to the generality of Mankind. so they did not express themselves in that plain, perspicuous, and authoritative manner, which was likely to render what they said useful to the generality of Mankind. av pns32 vdd xx vvi px32 p-acp d n1, j, cc j n1, r-crq vbds j pc-acp vvi r-crq pns32 vvd j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 267 Page 17
1074 And as this was the state of the World before the Revelation of Christianity; And as this was the state of the World before the Revelation of Christianity; cc p-acp d vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 268 Page 17
1075 so it is much the same, wheresoever this Revelation is not entertain'd, as appears from all the accounts we have of those Countreys which are still Pagan. so it is much the same, wheresoever this Revelation is not entertained, as appears from all the accounts we have of those Countries' which Are still Pagan. av pn31 vbz d dt d, c-crq d n1 vbz xx vvn, c-acp vvz p-acp d dt n2 pns12 vhb pp-f d ng2 q-crq vbr av j-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 268 Page 17
1076 I think I need not here take into Consideration, how far the Mahometan Religion has improv'd Men in divine Knowledge, where it has been introduc'd in the room of Paganism. I think I need not Here take into Consideration, how Far the Mahometan Religion has improved Men in divine Knowledge, where it has been introduced in the room of Paganism. pns11 vvb pns11 vvb xx av vvi p-acp n1, c-crq av-j dt jp n1 vhz vvn n2 p-acp j-jn n1, c-crq pn31 vhz vbn vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 17
1077 For though 'tis readily acknowledg'd that it has made a Reformation in that one great Point, the confessing one God, the Maker of Heaven and Earth; For though it's readily acknowledged that it has made a Reformation in that one great Point, the confessing one God, the Maker of Heaven and Earth; p-acp cs pn31|vbz av-j vvn cst pn31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp d crd j n1, dt vvg pi np1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 17
1078 yet considering the ridiculous Fables with which its Alchoran abounds, whereby God himself is very unworthily represented; yet considering the ridiculous Fables with which its Alcoran abounds, whereby God himself is very unworthily represented; av vvg dt j n2 p-acp r-crq po31 np1 vvz, c-crq np1 px31 vbz av av-j vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 17
1079 the looseness of its Precepts with respect to divers instances of Morality; the looseness of its Precepts with respect to diverse instances of Morality; dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp j n2 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 17
1080 not to mention the apparent Ignorance and Lewdness of its pretended Prophet, I am sure no serious Deist will make any comparison between that and the Christian Revelation. not to mention the apparent Ignorance and lewdness of its pretended Prophet, I am sure no serious Deist will make any comparison between that and the Christian Revelation. xx pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 j-vvn n1, pns11 vbm j dx j np1 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp cst cc dt njp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 269 Page 18
1081 The Jews indeed had a fuller Revelation concerning God, and themselves, and the particulars of their Duty, that the rest of the World had; The jews indeed had a fuller Revelation Concerning God, and themselves, and the particulars of their Duty, that the rest of the World had; dt np2 av vhd dt jc n1 vvg np1, cc px32, cc dt n2-j pp-f po32 n1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhd; (8) sermon (DIV1) 270 Page 18
1082 but as these were a very inconsiderable People, compar'd with the rest of Mankind, so their Revelation and Rule of Life was in many respects imperfect, God in Givers instances considering the weakness and rudeness of that People, but as these were a very inconsiderable People, compared with the rest of Mankind, so their Revelation and Rule of Life was in many respects imperfect, God in Givers instances considering the weakness and rudeness of that People, cc-acp c-acp d vbdr dt j j n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av po32 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vbds p-acp d n2 j, np1 p-acp ng1 n2 vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 270 Page 18
1083 and therefore not giving them such Precepts as were best in themselves, but such as they could bear, designing the Revelation which he made to them, only as preparatory to that more excellent and perfect Revelation which he should make of himself and his Will, by the coming of his Son Jesus Christ. and Therefore not giving them such Precepts as were best in themselves, but such as they could bear, designing the Revelation which he made to them, only as preparatory to that more excellent and perfect Revelation which he should make of himself and his Will, by the coming of his Son jesus christ. cc av xx vvg pno32 d n2 c-acp vbdr js p-acp px32, cc-acp d c-acp pns32 vmd vvi, vvg dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno32, av-j c-acp n1 p-acp d dc j cc j n1 r-crq pns31 vmd vvi pp-f px31 cc po31 n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1 np1 np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 270 Page 18
1084 To the consideration therefore of this we are now to proceed, and I doubt not but it will easily appear, that our Mediator hath made a gracious and plentiful provision for this Necessity of fallen Men; To the consideration Therefore of this we Are now to proceed, and I doubt not but it will Easily appear, that our Mediator hath made a gracious and plentiful provision for this Necessity of fallen Men; p-acp dt n1 av pp-f d pns12 vbr av pc-acp vvi, cc pns11 vvb xx p-acp pn31 vmb av-j vvi, cst po12 n1 vhz vvn dt j cc j n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f vvn n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 271 Page 18
1085 and that whether we consider his Doctrine or his Life, the former as an Instruction, the latter as an Example to us, to make us perfectly acacquainted with God and his Will concerning us. and that whither we Consider his Doctrine or his Life, the former as an Instruction, the latter as an Exampl to us, to make us perfectly acacquainted with God and his Will Concerning us. cc cst cs pns12 vvb po31 n1 cc po31 n1, dt j c-acp dt n1, dt d p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi pno12 av-j vvn p-acp np1 cc po31 n1 vvg pno12. (8) sermon (DIV1) 271 Page 18
1086 I begin with the Doctrine of our Lord. I begin with the Doctrine of our Lord. pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 272 Page 18
1087 When he was Examin'd by Pilate, upon the Accusation of the Jews, his Answer is remarkable, To this end was I born, saith he, and for this cause came I into the World, that I should bear witness unto the Truth. When he was Examined by Pilate, upon the Accusation of the jews, his Answer is remarkable, To this end was I born, Says he, and for this cause Come I into the World, that I should bear witness unto the Truth. c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2, po31 n1 vbz j, p-acp d n1 vbds pns11 vvn, vvz pns31, cc p-acp d n1 vvd pns11 p-acp dt n1, cst pns11 vmd vvi n1 p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 18
1088 Every one that is of the Truth, hearith my Voice. Every one that is of the Truth, heareth my Voice. d crd cst vbz pp-f dt n1, vvz po11 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 18
1089 And his whole Doctrine is evidently worthy of that Title, its Truth being discernable by its own Light. And his Whole Doctrine is evidently worthy of that Title, its Truth being discernible by its own Light. cc po31 j-jn n1 vbz av-j j pp-f d n1, po31 n1 vbg j p-acp po31 d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 273 Page 19
1090 All that our Lord taught may be reduced to these two general Heads; All that our Lord taught may be reduced to these two general Heads; d d po12 n1 vvn vmb vbi vvn p-acp d crd j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 19
1091 either what God had before taught Men by the Light of Nature and Reason, but they had in a great measure forgot; either what God had before taught Men by the Light of Nature and Reason, but they had in a great measure forgotten; d r-crq np1 vhd a-acp vvn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc-acp pns32 vhd p-acp dt j n1 vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 19
1092 or something which it became farther necessary for them to know, upon account of their Apostacy from God, or something which it became farther necessary for them to know, upon account of their Apostasy from God, cc pi r-crq pn31 vvd av-jc j p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi, p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 19
1093 and in order to their recovery to him, and which they could not have known but by express Revelation. and in order to their recovery to him, and which they could not have known but by express Revelation. cc p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp pno31, cc r-crq pns32 vmd xx vhi vvn cc-acp p-acp j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 274 Page 19
1094 As to the former of these, I dare upon the nicest Examination appeal to the Judgment and Conscience of those Deists, to whom I direct these Discourses, As to the former of these, I Dare upon the nicest Examination appeal to the Judgement and Conscience of those Deists, to whom I Direct these Discourses, c-acp p-acp dt j pp-f d, pns11 vvb p-acp dt js n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2, p-acp ro-crq pns11 vvb d n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 19
1095 whether the Doctrine of our Lord, and that of right Reason do not perfectly agree. whither the Doctrine of our Lord, and that of right Reason do not perfectly agree. cs dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc d pp-f j-jn n1 vdb xx av-j vvi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 19
1096 I will not say, that in this degenerate State, in which we now are, men did or could easily arrive at a just apprehension of all those Truths relating to Religion, which are truly natural, I will not say, that in this degenerate State, in which we now Are, men did or could Easily arrive At a just apprehension of all those Truths relating to Religion, which Are truly natural, pns11 vmb xx vvi, cst p-acp d j n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 av vbr, n2 vdd cc vmd av-j vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d d n2 vvg p-acp n1, r-crq vbr av-j j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 19
1097 and agreeable to Reason, when once discover'd. and agreeable to Reason, when once discovered. cc j p-acp n1, c-crq a-acp vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 19
1098 We find by Experience, as I have already observ'd, that where Revelation was or is wanting, men have generally fallen into very gross and vile mistakes; We find by Experience, as I have already observed, that where Revelation was or is wanting, men have generally fallen into very gross and vile mistakes; pns12 vvb p-acp n1, c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn, cst c-crq n1 vbds cc vbz vvg, n2 vhb av-j vvn p-acp av j cc j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 19
1099 and even the wisest and best of Men have come very far short in their Account. and even the Wisest and best of Men have come very Far short in their Account. cc av dt js cc js pp-f n2 vhb vvn av av-j j p-acp po32 vvb. (8) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 19
1100 But 'tis enough to our present purpose, if when any Truth is laid clearly before us by Revelation, it then appears evidently agreeable to natural Reason; But it's enough to our present purpose, if when any Truth is laid clearly before us by Revelation, it then appears evidently agreeable to natural Reason; p-acp pn31|vbz av-d p-acp po12 j n1, cs c-crq d n1 vbz vvn av-j p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, pn31 av vvz av-j j p-acp j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 19
1101 and this I affirm to be the Case with respect to most of the Doctrines of Christianity. and this I affirm to be the Case with respect to most of the Doctrines of Christianity. cc d pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp ds pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 275 Page 19
1102 And it ought not by any means to be allow'd as an Objection against Christianity, that our Lord hath superadded some Doctrines, which were not taught by the Light of Nature and Reason, provided always they be such, And it ought not by any means to be allowed as an Objection against Christianity, that our Lord hath superadded Some Doctrines, which were not taught by the Light of Nature and Reason, provided always they be such, cc pn31 vmd xx p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, cst po12 n1 vhz vvn d n2, r-crq vbdr xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvn av pns32 vbb d, (8) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 20
1103 as do not contradict plain and evident Reason, and as when we throughly consider them, will appear highly useful to us, with respect to the state in which we now are. as do not contradict plain and evident Reason, and as when we thoroughly Consider them, will appear highly useful to us, with respect to the state in which we now Are. c-acp vdb xx vvi j cc j n1, cc c-acp c-crq pns12 av-j vvb pno32, vmb vvi av-j j p-acp pno12, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 av vbr. (8) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 20
1104 If Almighty God do exercise a Providence towards his Creatures, if he have that tender Care of and Compassion towards Men and Sinners, of which I have already discours'd, If Almighty God do exercise a Providence towards his Creatures, if he have that tender Care of and Compassion towards Men and Sinners, of which I have already discoursed, cs j-jn np1 vdb vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, cs pns31 vhb d j n1 pp-f cc n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, pp-f r-crq pns11 vhb av vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 20
1105 if he was graciously pleas'd to concern himself for us after our fall, and to reveal himself to us in order to our recovery, it cannot be thought otherwise, if he was graciously pleased to concern himself for us After our fallen, and to reveal himself to us in order to our recovery, it cannot be Thought otherwise, cs pns31 vbds av-j vvn pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n1, cc pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 20
1106 but that he should teach us some Truths relating to our present Circumstances, which we could not have known, but that he should teach us Some Truths relating to our present circumstances, which we could not have known, cc-acp cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12 d n2 vvg p-acp po12 j n2, r-crq pns12 vmd xx vhi vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 20
1107 but by immediate Revelation from him. but by immediate Revelation from him. cc-acp p-acp j n1 p-acp pno31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 20
1108 'Tis very becoming the Wisdom of God, when he revealeth himself to his Creatures in an extraordinary manner, to instruct them in what they knew not before, It's very becoming the Wisdom of God, when he Revealeth himself to his Creatures in an extraordinary manner, to instruct them in what they knew not before, pn31|vbz j vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vvz px31 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd xx a-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 20
1109 nay to teach them something, that according to their ordinary ways of thinking would not have enter'd into their Minds; nay to teach them something, that according to their ordinary ways of thinking would not have entered into their Minds; uh-x p-acp vvi pno32 pi, cst vvg p-acp po32 j n2 pp-f vvg vmd xx vhi vvn p-acp po32 n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 20
1110 and it must needs be a delightful entertainment to our Understandings, as well as a worthy Improvement of our Minds to contemplate and embrace such Truths. and it must needs be a delightful entertainment to our Understandings, as well as a worthy Improvement of our Minds to contemplate and embrace such Truths. cc pn31 vmb av vbi dt j n1 p-acp po12 n2, c-acp av c-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 20
1111 It is therefore a recommendation of the Christian Revelation, at the first hearing, that it pretends to discover such Truths to us. It is Therefore a recommendation of the Christian Revelation, At the First hearing, that it pretends to discover such Truths to us. pn31 vbz av dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1, p-acp dt ord n-vvg, cst pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp pno12. (8) sermon (DIV1) 276 Page 20
1112 But that I may treat this matter distinctly, I shall reduce what I have to offer as to our Saviour's Doctrine to these three particulars. I. But that I may Treat this matter distinctly, I shall reduce what I have to offer as to our Saviour's Doctrine to these three particulars. I. p-acp cst pns11 vmb vvi d n1 av-j, pns11 vmb vvi r-crq pns11 vhb pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po12 ng1 n1 p-acp d crd n2-j. pns11. (8) sermon (DIV1) 277 Page 20
1113 What it teacheth us concerning Almighty God. II. Concerning our selves. And, III. The Rules which it gives us for the directing our Tempers and our Lives. I. What it Teaches us Concerning Almighty God. II Concerning our selves. And, III. The Rules which it gives us for the directing our Tempers and our Lives. I. r-crq pn31 vvz pno12 vvg j-jn np1. crd vvg po12 n2. np1, np1. dt n2 r-crq pn31 vvz pno12 p-acp dt vvg po12 n2 cc po12 n2. pns11. (8) sermon (DIV1) 277 Page 20
1114 To begin with the Doctrine of Christianity concerning Almighty God. To begin with the Doctrine of Christianity Concerning Almighty God. p-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg j-jn np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 278 Page 21
1115 Now the Sum of the Christian Doctrine touching this Point is to the purpose following, viz. That there is but one God; Now the Sum of the Christian Doctrine touching this Point is to the purpose following, viz. That there is but one God; av dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1 vvg d n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 vvg, n1 cst pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 21
1116 that he is a Spirit, Eternal, Incomprehensible, and Unchangeable, Infinite in Power, Wisdom, Holiness, Justice, Goodness, and in all Perfection; that he is a Spirit, Eternal, Incomprehensible, and Unchangeable, Infinite in Power, Wisdom, Holiness, justice, goodness, and in all Perfection; cst pns31 vbz dt n1, j, j, cc j-u, j p-acp n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, cc p-acp d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 21
1117 that he gave Being to the World, and to every Creature in it; that he gave Being to the World, and to every Creature in it; cst pns31 vvd vbg p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp d n1 p-acp pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 21
1118 that his Providence is extended to all which he hath made, preserving and providing for every Being according to its nature; that his Providence is extended to all which he hath made, preserving and providing for every Being according to its nature; cst po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, vvg cc vvg p-acp d vbg p-acp p-acp po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 21
1119 that he particularly concerns himself in the Affairs of Mankind; that he particularly concerns himself in the Affairs of Mankind; cst pns31 av-j vvz px31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 21
1120 that there is nothing which relates to us, that either escapes his Knowledge, or is below his Care; that there is nothing which relates to us, that either escapes his Knowledge, or is below his Care; cst pc-acp vbz pix r-crq vvz p-acp pno12, cst d vvz po31 n1, cc vbz p-acp po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 21
1121 that he observes all our ways, and that as he hath given us intimations of his Will, that he observes all our ways, and that as he hath given us intimations of his Will, cst pns31 vvz d po12 n2, cc d c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno12 n2 pp-f po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 21
1122 so he expects we should be observant of them; so he expects we should be observant of them; av pns31 vvz pns12 vmd vbi j pp-f pno32; (8) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 21
1123 that he is wellpleas'd with us, when we do well, and displeas'd when we do otherwise; that he is wellpleased with us, when we do well, and displeased when we do otherwise; cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pno12, c-crq pns12 vdb av, cc vvn c-crq pns12 vdb av; (8) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 21
1124 that he is full of Good-will towards us and truly desirous of our Welfare, of which he hath given us many Testimonies, in order to excite and establish our Faith and Hope in him, that he is full of Goodwill towards us and truly desirous of our Welfare, of which he hath given us many Testimonies, in order to excite and establish our Faith and Hope in him, cst pns31 vbz j pp-f j p-acp pno12 cc av-j j pp-f po12 n1, pp-f r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno12 d n2, p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 21
1125 as well as to engage our Obedience and Submission to him. And thus far I presume our Deist will go along with us; as well as to engage our obedience and Submission to him. And thus Far I presume our Deist will go along with us; c-acp av c-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31. cc av av-j pns11 vvb po12 np1 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp pno12; (8) sermon (DIV1) 279 Page 21
1126 I am sure 'tis fit he should, there being nothing of what I have hitherto mention'd, I am sure it's fit he should, there being nothing of what I have hitherto mentioned, pns11 vbm j pn31|vbz j pns31 vmd, a-acp vbg pix pp-f r-crq pns11 vhb av vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 280 Page 21
1127 but what is perfectly agreeable to the best reasonings of Men, and what has been acknowledg'd accordingly by those who have exercised their Reason in the best manner. but what is perfectly agreeable to the best reasonings of Men, and what has been acknowledged accordingly by those who have exercised their Reason in the best manner. cc-acp q-crq vbz av-j j p-acp dt js n2-vvg pp-f n2, cc q-crq vhz vbn vvn av-vvg p-acp d r-crq vhb vvn po32 n1 p-acp dt js n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 280 Page 21
1128 'Tis true, some have made it a doubt, whether it were fit to suppose Almighty God to extend his Providence to so many and so minute Particulars, It's true, Some have made it a doubt, whither it were fit to suppose Almighty God to extend his Providence to so many and so minute Particulars, pn31|vbz j, d vhb vvn pn31 dt n1, cs pn31 vbdr j pc-acp vvi j-jn np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp av d cc av n1 n2-j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 281 Page 22
1129 as the Christian Revelation plainly represents him to do; as the Christian Revelation plainly represents him to do; c-acp dt njp n1 av-j vvz pno31 pc-acp vdi; (8) sermon (DIV1) 281 Page 22
1130 when we are assur'd for Instance, that a Sparrow falls not on the ground without our Father; when we Are assured for Instance, that a Sparrow falls not on the ground without our Father; c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1, cst dt n1 vvz xx p-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 281 Page 22
1131 and that the very hairs of our head are all number'd. But if we reflect upon the infinite Knowledge and Goodness of God; and that the very hairs of our head Are all numbered. But if we reflect upon the infinite Knowledge and goodness of God; cc d dt j n2 pp-f po12 n1 vbr d vvn. cc-acp cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 281 Page 22
1132 and consider that it cannot be below him to concern himself for the good of whatsoever he hath made; and Consider that it cannot be below him to concern himself for the good of whatsoever he hath made; cc vvb cst pn31 vmbx vbi p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt j pp-f r-crq pns31 vhz vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 281 Page 22
1133 that the very same reason which mov'd him to give Being to any Creature, and to give it such a kind of Being as it hath, may well be suppos'd to move him also to take care of its well-being; that the very same reason which moved him to give Being to any Creature, and to give it such a kind of Being as it hath, may well be supposed to move him also to take care of its well-being; cst dt j d n1 r-crq vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi vbg p-acp d n1, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 d dt n1 pp-f vbg p-acp pn31 vhz, vmb av vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pno31 av pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 281 Page 22
1134 and that it can be no manner of trouble or disquiet to him, to regard all the Affairs of the Universe at once; and that it can be no manner of trouble or disquiet to him, to regard all the Affairs of the Universe At once; cc cst pn31 vmb vbi dx n1 pp-f n1 cc vvi p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp a-acp; (8) sermon (DIV1) 281 Page 22
1135 if I say we reflect upon all these things, we shall easily get above this doubt, if I say we reflect upon all these things, we shall Easily get above this doubt, cs pns11 vvb pns12 vvb p-acp d d n2, pns12 vmb av-j vvi p-acp d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 281 Page 22
1136 and acknowledge, that what our Lord hath declar'd concerning the particulars before mentioned, is perfectly agreeable to the dictates of sound reason, worthy of God, and acknowledge, that what our Lord hath declared Concerning the particulars before mentioned, is perfectly agreeable to the dictates of found reason, worthy of God, cc vvi, cst r-crq po12 n1 vhz vvd vvg dt n2-j p-acp vvn, vbz av-j j p-acp dt vvz pp-f j n1, j pp-f np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 281 Page 22
1137 as well as comfortable to men. as well as comfortable to men. c-acp av c-acp j p-acp n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 281 Page 22
1138 As to what Christianity hath farther reveal'd to us concerning God, 'tis to the following Purpose, vi•. that the Father of all hath actually concern'd himself for the recovery of sinful Men, As to what Christianity hath farther revealed to us Concerning God, it's to the following Purpose, vi•. that the Father of all hath actually concerned himself for the recovery of sinful Men, c-acp p-acp r-crq np1 vhz jc vvn p-acp pno12 vvg n1, pn31|vbz p-acp dt j-vvg n1, n1. cst dt n1 pp-f d vhz av-j vvn px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 282 Page 22
1139 and that he hath done it by sending his only-begotten Son into the World to redeem us, and that he hath done it by sending his only-begotten Son into the World to Redeem us, cc cst pns31 vhz vdn pn31 p-acp vvg po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12, (8) sermon (DIV1) 282 Page 22
1140 and by giving his Holy Spirit to Sanctifie us, which is indeed more than we could have known concerning God without an express Revelation. and by giving his Holy Spirit to Sanctify us, which is indeed more than we could have known Concerning God without an express Revelation. cc p-acp vvg po31 j n1 pc-acp vvb pno12, r-crq vbz av av-dc cs pns12 vmd vhi vvn vvg np1 p-acp dt j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 282 Page 22
1141 Now as to the more general part of this Revelation, namely, that God hath actually concern'd himself for our Recovery, this is highly credible and worthy of our acceptation upon the grounds I have hitherto proceeded. Now as to the more general part of this Revelation, namely, that God hath actually concerned himself for our Recovery, this is highly credible and worthy of our acceptation upon the grounds I have hitherto proceeded. av c-acp p-acp dt av-dc j n1 pp-f d n1, av, cst np1 vhz av-j vvn px31 p-acp po12 n1, d vbz av-j j cc j pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt n2 pns11 vhb av vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 23
1142 For if, as I have already prov'd, it be a reasonable apprehension concerning God, that he would in some way or other provide for the recovery of such of his reasonable Creatures as were capable of it, it must certainly be reasonable to hearken attentively to a Revelation, which assures us that he hath done so. For if, as I have already proved, it be a reasonable apprehension Concerning God, that he would in Some Way or other provide for the recovery of such of his reasonable Creatures as were capable of it, it must Certainly be reasonable to harken attentively to a Revelation, which assures us that he hath done so. p-acp cs, c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn, pn31 vbb dt j n1 vvg np1, cst pns31 vmd p-acp d n1 cc n-jn vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d pp-f po31 j n2 c-acp vbdr j pp-f pn31, pn31 vmb av-j vbi j pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz pno12 cst pns31 vhz vdn av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 23
1143 This is to be dispos'd to believe, what we before hoped might be; This is to be disposed to believe, what we before hoped might be; d vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, r-crq pns12 p-acp j-vvn vmd vbi; (8) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 23
1144 and to embrace a Doctrine, which we thought would be credible, whensoever it should be reveal'd to us. and to embrace a Doctrine, which we Thought would be credible, whensoever it should be revealed to us. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1, r-crq pns12 vvd vmd vbi j, c-crq pn31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno12. (8) sermon (DIV1) 283 Page 23
1145 As to the particular way in which God hath done this, namely, by the Father's sending his Son to redeem us, As to the particular Way in which God hath done this, namely, by the Father's sending his Son to Redeem us, c-acp p-acp dt j n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vhz vdn d, av, p-acp dt n1|vbz vvg po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno12, (8) sermon (DIV1) 284 Page 23
1146 and giving his Holy Spirit to Sanctifie us, this as it is a matter of pure Revelation, and giving his Holy Spirit to Sanctify us, this as it is a matter of pure Revelation, cc vvg po31 j n1 pc-acp vvb pno12, d c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 284 Page 23
1147 so it must be own'd, that it will lead us into some apprehensions concerning the Deity, which we could not have form'd of our selves. so it must be owned, that it will led us into Some apprehensions Concerning the Deity, which we could not have formed of our selves. av pn31 vmb vbi j-vvn, cst pn31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp d n2 vvg dt n1, r-crq pns12 vmd xx vhi vvn pp-f po12 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 284 Page 23
1148 For in our reasoning concerning the divine Nature, our thoughts would have stopt at the Father of all, and reach'd no farther. For in our reasoning Concerning the divine Nature, our thoughts would have stopped At the Father of all, and reached no farther. p-acp p-acp po12 n-vvg vvg dt j-jn n1, po12 n2 vmd vhi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, cc vvd av-dx av-jc. (8) sermon (DIV1) 284 Page 23
1149 Upon which account I cannot but reckon that the Notion of the Platonists, which bears so great a resemblance to that of the Christian Trinity, was by no means the result of their meer reasoning; Upon which account I cannot but reckon that the Notion of the Platonists, which bears so great a resemblance to that of the Christian Trinity, was by no means the result of their mere reasoning; p-acp r-crq n1 pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi d dt n1 pp-f dt np1, r-crq vvz av j dt n1 p-acp d pp-f dt njp np1, vbds p-acp dx n2 dt n1 pp-f po32 j n-vvg; (8) sermon (DIV1) 284 Page 23
1150 but the remains of an Ancient Tradition. Which by the way is no small confirmation of the Truth of this Christian Doctrine, but the remains of an Ancient Tradition. Which by the Way is no small confirmation of the Truth of this Christian Doctrine, cc-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1. r-crq p-acp dt n1 vbz dx j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d njp n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 284 Page 23
1151 when something so very like it, and which there appears no plausible pretence for ascribing to humane invention, was yet embrac'd by the very best among the Pagan Philosophers, when something so very like it, and which there appears no plausible pretence for ascribing to humane invention, was yet embraced by the very best among the Pagan Philosophers, c-crq pi av av av-j pn31, cc r-crq a-acp vvz dx j n1 p-acp vvg p-acp j n1, vbds av vvn p-acp dt av js p-acp dt j-jn n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 284 Page 24
1152 and that so heartily, as to be made an essential part of their Philosophical Scheme. and that so heartily, as to be made an essential part of their Philosophical Scheme. cc cst av av-j, c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn dt j n1 pp-f po32 j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 284 Page 24
1153 I remember whose Lectures I am reading, and therefore will not transgress the Laws of our Founder, by entering upon this Controversie as managed amongst Christians. I Remember whose Lectures I am reading, and Therefore will not transgress the Laws of our Founder, by entering upon this Controversy as managed among Christians. pns11 vvb r-crq n2 pns11 vbm vvg, cc av vmb xx vvi dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp vvg p-acp d n1 c-acp vvn p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 285 Page 24
1154 'Tis sufficient to my present purpose, that, as I have already exprest it, it is universally own'd as a Christian Doctrine, viz. that the Father hath Redeem'd Mankind by his Son, It's sufficient to my present purpose, that, as I have already expressed it, it is universally owned as a Christian Doctrine, viz. that the Father hath Redeemed Mankind by his Son, pn31|vbz j p-acp po11 j n1, cst, c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn pn31, pn31 vbz av-j j-vvn p-acp dt njp n1, n1 cst dt n1 vhz j-vvn n1 p-acp po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 285 Page 24
1155 and Sanctifieth them by his Spirit; and Sanctifieth them by his Spirit; cc vvz pno32 p-acp po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 285 Page 24
1156 and if this Doctrine, which is unquestionably Christian, and our being Baptized according to it, in the Name of the Father, and if this Doctrine, which is unquestionably Christian, and our being Baptised according to it, in the Name of the Father, cc cs d n1, r-crq vbz av-j np1, cc po12 vbg j-vvn p-acp p-acp pn31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 285 Page 24
1157 and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost, when we enter upon our Profession, do necessarily lead us, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost, when we enter upon our Profession, do necessarily led us, cc pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt j n1, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n1, vdb av-j vvi pno12, (8) sermon (DIV1) 285 Page 24
1158 as I said, into some apprehensions concerning the Deity, which we could not have taken up without Revelation, I ask, as I said, into Some apprehensions Concerning the Deity, which we could not have taken up without Revelation, I ask, c-acp pns11 vvd, p-acp d n2 vvg dt n1, r-crq pns12 vmd xx vhi vvn a-acp p-acp n1, pns11 vvb, (8) sermon (DIV1) 285 Page 24
1159 why this should be any Objection against Christianity. why this should be any Objection against Christianity. c-crq d vmd vbi d n1 p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 285 Page 24
1160 After all the Controversies which have been started amongst Christians, upon this sublime Theory, 'tis agreed and stood to by all, that there is but one God, After all the Controversies which have been started among Christians, upon this sublime Theory, it's agreed and stood to by all, that there is but one God, p-acp d dt n2 r-crq vhb vbn vvn p-acp np1, p-acp d j n1, pn31|vbz vvn cc vvd p-acp p-acp d, cst pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 286 Page 24
1161 and that however the Christian Trinity is to be explain'd (if it be fit to attempt the explaining it at all) it must ever be suppos'd consistent with this Fundamental Article of all true Religion. and that however the Christian Trinity is to be explained (if it be fit to attempt the explaining it At all) it must ever be supposed consistent with this Fundamental Article of all true Religion. cc d c-acp dt njp np1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn (cs pn31 vbb j pc-acp vvi dt vvg pn31 p-acp d) pn31 vmb av vbi vvn j p-acp d j n1 pp-f d j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 286 Page 24
1162 Our Lord himself repeating, and confirming the Law of Moses, saith, Hear O Israel! The Lord thy God is one Lord; Our Lord himself repeating, and confirming the Law of Moses, Says, Hear Oh Israel! The Lord thy God is one Lord; po12 n1 px31 vvg, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz, vvb uh np1! dt n1 po21 n1 vbz crd n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 286 Page 24
1163 and all Christians positively assert the same; and all Christians positively assert the same; cc d np1 av-j vvb dt d; (8) sermon (DIV1) 286 Page 24
1164 even those, who either through mistake or ill-will are accus'd of asserting a plurality of Gods, utterly deny and abhor the Charge, declaring, that if any such consequences could be fairly drawn from the Premisses they have laid down, they would freely retract what they have said. even those, who either through mistake or ill-will Are accused of asserting a plurality of God's, utterly deny and abhor the Charge, declaring, that if any such consequences could be fairly drawn from the Premises they have laid down, they would freely retract what they have said. av d, r-crq d p-acp n1 cc n1 vbr vvn pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f n2, av-j vvi cc vvi dt n1, vvg, cst cs d d n2 vmd vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 pns32 vhb vvn a-acp, pns32 vmd av-j vvi r-crq pns32 vhb vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 286 Page 25
1165 Now this Principle, of the Unity of the divine Nature, being thus secur'd amongst Christians, what if after this we should not be able to Explicate the Doctrine of the Trinity, Now this Principle, of the Unity of the divine Nature, being thus secured among Christians, what if After this we should not be able to Explicate the Doctrine of the Trinity, av d n1, pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, vbg av vvn p-acp np1, r-crq cs p-acp d pns12 vmd xx vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 287 Page 25
1166 or to tell in what manner the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost are distinguish'd, or to tell in what manner the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost Are distinguished, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp r-crq n1 dt n1, dt n1, cc dt j n1 vbr vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 287 Page 25
1167 and yet but One God? I would ask; and yet but One God? I would ask; cc av p-acp crd np1? pns11 vmd vvi; (8) sermon (DIV1) 287 Page 25
1168 why should any one take it for granted, that God may not intimate to us something relating to his own Nature, which we could not have thought of our selves, any more than we can fully comprehend it, why should any one take it for granted, that God may not intimate to us something relating to his own Nature, which we could not have Thought of our selves, any more than we can Fully comprehend it, q-crq vmd d pi vvb pn31 p-acp vvn, cst np1 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno12 pi vvg p-acp po31 d n1, r-crq pns12 vmd xx vhi vvn pp-f po12 n2, d dc cs pns12 vmb av-j vvi pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 287 Page 25
1169 when it is thus intimated to us? Canst thou, O vain Man! (to speak in the words of an antient and honest Deist, recorded in the book of Job) Canst thou by searching find out God? Canst thou find out the Almighty unto perfection? It is as high as Heaven, what canst thou do? Deeper than Hell, what canst thou know? The measure thereof is longer than the Earth, when it is thus intimated to us? Canst thou, Oh vain Man! (to speak in the words of an ancient and honest Deist, recorded in the book of Job) Canst thou by searching find out God? Canst thou find out the Almighty unto perfection? It is as high as Heaven, what Canst thou do? Deeper than Hell, what Canst thou know? The measure thereof is longer than the Earth, c-crq pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp pno12? vm2 pns21, uh j n1! (p-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j cc j np1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1) vm2 pns21 p-acp vvg vvi av np1? vm2 pns21 vvi av dt j-jn p-acp n1? pn31 vbz a-acp j c-acp n1, q-crq vm2 pns21 vdi? avc-jn cs n1, q-crq vm2 pns21 vvi? dt n1 av vbz jc cs dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 287 Page 25
1170 and broader than the Sea. Which words, though they may immediately relate to the divine Providence, may be as fitly apply'd to the divine Nature. and Broader than the Sea. Which words, though they may immediately relate to the divine Providence, may be as fitly applied to the divine Nature. cc jc cs dt n1 r-crq n2, cs pns32 vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, vmb vbi a-acp av-j vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 287 Page 25
1171 How should we come to know, that it is impossible there should have been Eternally, of and with the Father of all, a Son, How should we come to know, that it is impossible there should have been Eternally, of and with the Father of all, a Son, q-crq vmd pns12 vvi pc-acp vvi, cst pn31 vbz j pc-acp vmd vhi vbn av-j, pp-f cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 287 Page 25
1172 and a Spirit, not Created, but necessarily partaking of the divine Nature, and Essential to it? I dare boldly affirm, that no Man can demonstrate the Impossibility of this; and a Spirit, not Created, but necessarily partaking of the divine Nature, and Essential to it? I Dare boldly affirm, that no Man can demonstrate the Impossibility of this; cc dt n1, xx vvn, cc-acp av-j vvg pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc j p-acp pn31? pns11 vvb av-j vvi, cst dx n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d; (8) sermon (DIV1) 287 Page 25
1173 and if he cannot, he ought not to make it an Objection against the Christian Revelation, that in making known to us the Method of our Salvation it hath instructed us in this Doctrine. and if he cannot, he ought not to make it an Objection against the Christian Revelation, that in making known to us the Method of our Salvation it hath instructed us in this Doctrine. cc cs pns31 vmbx, pns31 vmd xx pc-acp vvi pn31 dt n1 p-acp dt njp n1, cst p-acp vvg vvn p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 pn31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 287 Page 26
1174 'Tis certainly as worthy of God, to reveal to us concerning himself more than we could have thought of without such a Revelation, It's Certainly as worthy of God, to reveal to us Concerning himself more than we could have Thought of without such a Revelation, pn31|vbz av-j p-acp j pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 vvg px31 av-dc cs pns12 vmd vhi vvn pp-f p-acp d dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 287 Page 26
1175 as it is for him to do such great and kind things for us, as could not have enter'd into our hearts, as it is for him to do such great and kind things for us, as could not have entered into our hearts, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp pno31 pc-acp vdi d j cc j n2 p-acp pno12, c-acp vmd xx vhi vvn p-acp po12 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 287 Page 26
1176 if he had not assur'd us of them; especially since, though we are not able fully to comprehend all that this Doctrine implies, if he had not assured us of them; especially since, though we Are not able Fully to comprehend all that this Doctrine Implies, cs pns31 vhd xx vvn pno12 pp-f pno32; av-j a-acp, cs pns12 vbr xx j av-j pc-acp vvi d cst d n1 vvz, (8) sermon (DIV1) 287 Page 26
1177 yet what we are taught concerning it by the Holy Scriptures is of great use to us, to make us understand and admire the Method, in which it hath pleas'd God to save Sinners; yet what we Are taught Concerning it by the Holy Scriptures is of great use to us, to make us understand and admire the Method, in which it hath pleased God to save Sinners; av r-crq pns12 vbr vvn vvg pn31 p-acp dt j n2 vbz pp-f j n1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi cc vvi dt n1, p-acp r-crq pn31 vhz vvn np1 pc-acp vvi n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 287 Page 26
1178 and it appears indeed to have been reveal'd to us for this very end. and it appears indeed to have been revealed to us for this very end. cc pn31 vvz av pc-acp vhi vbn vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp d j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 287 Page 26
1179 Thus I have summ'd up the Doctrine which the Christian Revelation hath taught us concerning Almighty God, which whosoever will take the pains impartially to consider, Thus I have summed up the Doctrine which the Christian Revelation hath taught us Concerning Almighty God, which whosoever will take the pains impartially to Consider, av pns11 vhb vvd a-acp dt n1 r-crq dt njp n1 vhz vvn pno12 vvg j-jn np1, r-crq r-crq vmb vvi dt n2 av-j pc-acp vvi, (8) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 26
1180 as it is more fully and particularly represented to us in the New Testament, will find reason to acknowledge, that our Mediator hath made ample Provision for the relief of our Necessity in this Instance also. as it is more Fully and particularly represented to us in the New Testament, will find reason to acknowledge, that our Mediator hath made ample Provision for the relief of our Necessity in this Instance also. c-acp pn31 vbz av-dc av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j n1, vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi, cst po12 n1 vhz vvn j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp d n1 av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 288 Page 26
1181 To which I shall only add, that what the Sacred Writings contain upon this Subject, is express'd there in such manner, To which I shall only add, that what the Sacred Writings contain upon this Subject, is expressed there in such manner, p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb av-j vvi, cst r-crq dt j n2-vvg vvi p-acp d j-jn, vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 26
1182 as to instruct the Illiterate, as well as the Learned part of Mankind; as to instruct the Illiterate, as well as the Learned part of Mankind; c-acp pc-acp vvi dt j, c-acp av c-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 26
1183 insomuch that wheresoever the Christian Religion is entertain'd, great Numbers even of the Common People have more true, more solid, and more useful apprehensions of Almighty God, insomuch that wheresoever the Christian Religion is entertained, great Numbers even of the Common People have more true, more solid, and more useful apprehensions of Almighty God, av cst c-crq dt njp n1 vbz vvn, j n2 av pp-f dt j n1 vhb dc j, av-dc j, cc av-dc j n2 pp-f j-jn np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 27
1184 than the Learned and Wise Men amongst the Pagans did ordinarily attain to; than the Learned and Wise Men among the Pagans did ordinarily attain to; cs dt j cc j n2 p-acp dt n2-jn vdd av-jn vvi p-acp; (8) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 27
1185 and surely this is a great Commendation of our Holy Religion, and a farther proof, that This is a faithful Saying, &c. I should now have proceeded to consider, what our Lord hath taught us concerning our selves; and surely this is a great Commendation of our Holy Religion, and a farther proof, that This is a faithful Saying, etc. I should now have proceeded to Consider, what our Lord hath taught us Concerning our selves; cc av-j d vbz dt j n1 pp-f po12 j n1, cc dt jc n1, cst d vbz dt j vvg, av pns11 vmd av vhi vvn pc-acp vvi, r-crq po12 n1 vhz vvn pno12 vvg po12 n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 289 Page 27
1186 and especially the Excellent Rules which he hath given us, for the direction of our Tempers and our Lives; and especially the Excellent Rules which he hath given us, for the direction of our Tempers and our Lives; cc av-j dt j n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno12, c-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc po12 n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 27
1187 but this I must reserve for the following Lecture. FINIS. but this I must reserve for the following Lecture. FINIS. cc-acp d pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-vvg n1. fw-la. (8) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 27
1188 1 TIM. I. 15. 1 TIM. I. 15. crd n1. np1 crd (9) sermon (DIV1) 290 Page 1
1189 This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the World to save Sinners, — This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that christ jesus Come into the World to save Sinners, — d vbz dt j n-vvg, cc j pp-f d n1, cst np1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2, — (9) sermon (DIV1) 291 Page 1
1190 I Have been considering the intrinsick Evidence of this saying, which St. Paul recommends, from the apparent excellency of the Method in which our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ hath obtain'd Salvation for us; I Have been considering the intrinsic Evidence of this saying, which Saint Paul recommends, from the apparent excellency of the Method in which our Lord and Saviour jesus christ hath obtained Salvation for us; pns11 vhb vbn vvg dt j n1 pp-f d vvg, r-crq n1 np1 vvz, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 cc n1 np1 np1 vhz vvn n1 p-acp pno12; (9) sermon (DIV1) 292 Page 1
1191 to which purpose I have been treating of his Mediatorial Office, in the two great branches of it, viz. As he hath done whatsoever might satisfie Almighty God, in order to his being reconcil'd to Men; to which purpose I have been treating of his Mediatorial Office, in the two great branches of it, viz. As he hath done whatsoever might satisfy Almighty God, in order to his being reconciled to Men; p-acp r-crq n1 pns11 vhb vbn vvg pp-f po31 np1 n1, p-acp dt crd j n2 pp-f pn31, n1 c-acp pns31 vhz vdn r-crq vmd vvi j-jn np1, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 vbg vvn p-acp n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 292 Page 1
1192 and also whatsoever was found necessary in the behalf of Men, in order to the reconciling them to God. and also whatsoever was found necessary in the behalf of Men, in order to the reconciling them to God. cc av r-crq vbds vvn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pno32 p-acp np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 292 Page 1
1193 As to the latter of these, I reduc'd the Necessities of Fallen Men to these four Heads. As to the latter of these, I reduced the Necessities of Fallen Men to these four Heads. c-acp p-acp dt d pp-f d, pns11 vvd dt n2 pp-f j-vvn n2 p-acp d crd n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 293 Page 1
1194 First, A suspicion and jealousie of Mind concerning God, and an alienation from him, as consequent thereupon. First, A suspicion and jealousy of Mind Concerning God, and an alienation from him, as consequent thereupon. ord, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vvg np1, cc dt n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp j av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 294 Page 1
1195 Secondly, A Gross Ignorance of God, and of themselves, and of the several particulars of their Duty. Secondly, A Gross Ignorance of God, and of themselves, and of the several particulars of their Duty. ord, dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc pp-f px32, cc pp-f dt j n2-j pp-f po32 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 295 Page 1
1196 Thirdly, An indisposition and inability to comply with the Divine Will, although it should be clearly and fully reveal'd. Thirdly, an indisposition and inability to comply with the Divine Will, although it should be clearly and Fully revealed. ord, dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, cs pn31 vmd vbi av-j cc av-j vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 296 Page 2
1197 Fourthly, After all, an incapacity of removing those other evil and mischievous Consequences, to which their Sins had expos'd them, Fourthly, After all, an incapacity of removing those other evil and mischievous Consequences, to which their Sins had exposed them, ord, p-acp d, dt n1 pp-f vvg d j-jn n-jn cc j n2, p-acp r-crq po32 n2 vhd vvn pno32, (9) sermon (DIV1) 297 Page 2
1198 and obtaining for themselves that compleat Salvation, which they stood in need of. and obtaining for themselves that complete Salvation, which they stood in need of. cc vvg p-acp px32 cst j n1, r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp n1 pp-f. (9) sermon (DIV1) 297 Page 2
1199 Of the first of these I discours'd the last time, and enter'd upon the second. I then consider'd how gross and universal the Ignorance of Men was, Of the First of these I discoursed the last time, and entered upon the second. I then considered how gross and universal the Ignorance of Men was, pp-f dt ord pp-f d pns11 vvd dt ord n1, cc vvd p-acp dt ord. pns11 av vvn c-crq j cc j dt n1 pp-f n2 vbds, (9) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 2
1200 before the coming of our Lord, and began to shew how our Mediator hath provided for this necessity of Mankind, both by his Doctrine and his Life; by the former, before the coming of our Lord, and began to show how our Mediator hath provided for this necessity of Mankind, both by his Doctrine and his Life; by the former, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n1, cc vvd pc-acp vvi c-crq po12 n1 vhz vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, av-d p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n1; p-acp dt j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 2
1201 as an Instruction; by the latter, as an Example to us, to make us throughly acquainted with all, that it is fit for us to know, as an Instruction; by the latter, as an Exampl to us, to make us thoroughly acquainted with all, that it is fit for us to know, c-acp dt n1; p-acp dt d, c-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi pno12 av-j vvn p-acp d, cst pn31 vbz j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi, (9) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 2
1202 as to the several particulars before-mention'd. as to the several particulars beforementioned. c-acp p-acp dt j n2-jn j. (9) sermon (DIV1) 298 Page 2
1203 I began with the Doctrine of our Lord, and observ'd that whatsoever he hath taught may be reduc'd to these two General Heads; I began with the Doctrine of our Lord, and observed that whatsoever he hath taught may be reduced to these two General Heads; pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc vvd d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn vmb vbi vvn p-acp d crd j n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 299 Page 2
1204 Either what God had before taught Men, by the Light of Nature and Reason; but they had in a great measure forgot: Either what God had before taught Men, by the Light of Nature and Reason; but they had in a great measure forgotten: d r-crq np1 vhd a-acp vvn n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; cc-acp pns32 vhd p-acp dt j n1 vvn: (9) sermon (DIV1) 299 Page 2
1205 Or something which it became farther necessary for them to know, upon account of their Apostacy from God, Or something which it became farther necessary for them to know, upon account of their Apostasy from God, cc pi r-crq pn31 vvd av-jc j p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi, p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp np1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 299 Page 2
1206 and in order to their recovery to him; and which they could not have known but by Revelation. and in order to their recovery to him; and which they could not have known but by Revelation. cc p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp pno31; cc r-crq pns32 vmd xx vhi vvn cc-acp p-acp n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 299 Page 2
1207 I then proceeded to consider the Doctrine of our Saviour more distinctly; I. Concerning Almighty God. II. Concerning our selves. III. I then proceeded to Consider the Doctrine of our Saviour more distinctly; I. Concerning Almighty God. II Concerning our selves. III. pns11 av vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 av-dc av-j; pns11. vvg j-jn np1. crd vvg po12 n2. np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 300 Page 2
1208 As it gives us Rules for the direction of our Tempers and our Lives. As it gives us Rules for the direction of our Tempers and our Lives. p-acp pn31 vvz pno12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc po12 n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 300 Page 3
1209 In each of these Instances I propos'd to make it evident, by God's assistance, that our Saviour's Doctrine is most worthy to be taught by God, In each of these Instances I proposed to make it evident, by God's assistance, that our Saviour's Doctrine is most worthy to be taught by God, p-acp d pp-f d n2 pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi pn31 j, p-acp npg1 n1, cst po12 ng1 n1 vbz av-ds j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 3
1210 and to be receiv'd by us, and consequently that upon this account, It is a faithful saying, &c. and to be received by us, and consequently that upon this account, It is a faithful saying, etc. cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12, cc av-j cst p-acp d n1, pn31 vbz dt j n-vvg, av (9) sermon (DIV1) 301 Page 3
1211 I have done with the first of these, viz. our Saviour's Doctrine concerning Almighty God, and now proceed to the I have done with the First of these, viz. our Saviour's Doctrine Concerning Almighty God, and now proceed to the pns11 vhb vdn p-acp dt ord pp-f d, n1 po12 ng1 n1 vvg j-jn np1, cc av vvb p-acp dt (9) sermon (DIV1) 302 Page 3
1212 II. Viz. What our Saviour hath taught us concerning our selves, which I shall dispatch in a few words, that I may come to that which is of main Consideration with respect to the Doctrine of Christianity, II Viz. What our Saviour hath taught us Concerning our selves, which I shall dispatch in a few words, that I may come to that which is of main Consideration with respect to the Doctrine of Christianity, crd av q-crq po12 n1 vhz vvn pno12 vvg po12 n2, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt d n2, cst pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d r-crq vbz pp-f j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 303 Page 3
1213 namely its Rules for our Tempers and our Lives. namely its Rules for our Tempers and our Lives. av po31 n2 p-acp po12 n2 cc po12 n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 303 Page 3
1214 Now with respect to our selves, as well as with respect to Almighty God, the Doctrine of our Saviour hath either illustrated and confirm'd to us what the Light of Nature and Reason, Now with respect to our selves, as well as with respect to Almighty God, the Doctrine of our Saviour hath either illustrated and confirmed to us what the Light of Nature and Reason, av p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2, c-acp av c-acp p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn np1, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vhz av-d vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12 r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 304 Page 3
1215 if duly us'd, might have discover'd concerning Humane Nature; or else hath added something beyond what we could have known that way. if duly used, might have discovered Concerning Humane Nature; or Else hath added something beyond what we could have known that Way. cs av-jn vvn, vmd vhi vvn vvg j n1; cc av vhz vvn pi p-acp r-crq pns12 vmd vhi vvn d n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 304 Page 3
1216 Thus for Instance, That we were produc'd into Being by God the Creator of all, Thus for Instance, That we were produced into Being by God the Creator of all, av p-acp n1, cst pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp vbg p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f d, (9) sermon (DIV1) 305 Page 3
1217 and made such a kind of Creatures as we find our selves to be, viz. compos'd of Immaterial and Immortal Spirits, and made such a kind of Creatures as we find our selves to be, viz. composed of Immaterial and Immortal Spirits, cc vvd d dt n1 pp-f n2 c-acp pns12 vvb po12 n2 pc-acp vbi, n1 vvn pp-f j cc j n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 305 Page 3
1218 as well as Bodies of Flesh; as well as Bodies of Flesh; c-acp av c-acp n2 pp-f n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 305 Page 3
1219 that consequently we are capable of, and design'd for a Future State, our Spirits not being obnoxious to Death from any Principles which we can discern in them, that consequently we Are capable of, and designed for a Future State, our Spirits not being obnoxious to Death from any Principles which we can discern in them, cst av-j pns12 vbr j pp-f, cc vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, po12 n2 xx vbg j p-acp n1 p-acp d n2 r-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno32, (9) sermon (DIV1) 305 Page 4
1220 although as Experience tells us, our Fleshly Tabernacles are liable to dissolution; although as Experience tells us, our Fleshly Tabernacles Are liable to dissolution; cs p-acp n1 vvz pno12, po12 j n2 vbr j p-acp n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 305 Page 4
1221 that we are intelligent and reasonable Creatures, and for that Reason accountable to our Maker for our Behaviour. that we Are intelligent and reasonable Creatures, and for that Reason accountable to our Maker for our Behaviour. cst pns12 vbr j cc j n2, cc p-acp d n1 j p-acp po12 n1 p-acp po12 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 305 Page 4
1222 Moreover, that by some means or other we are disorder'd in our whole frame, forasmuch as we find, not only that we are exposed to Diseases of Body, Moreover, that by Some means or other we Are disordered in our Whole frame, forasmuch as we find, not only that we Are exposed to Diseases of Body, np1, cst p-acp d n2 cc j-jn pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po12 j-jn n1, av c-acp pns12 vvb, xx j cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 305 Page 4
1223 and at last to Death it self; and At last to Death it self; cc p-acp ord p-acp n1 pn31 n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 305 Page 4
1224 but also that our Appetites and Passions are apt to rebel against our Understanding and Reason, which must needs be a corruption and degeneracy in our Nature, it not being at all credible, that so good a Being as God is, should have originally form'd us in so disorderly a state. but also that our Appetites and Passion Are apt to rebel against our Understanding and Reason, which must needs be a corruption and degeneracy in our Nature, it not being At all credible, that so good a Being as God is, should have originally formed us in so disorderly a state. cc-acp av cst po12 n2 cc n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, r-crq vmb av vbi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n1, pn31 xx vbg p-acp d j, cst av j dt vbg p-acp np1 vbz, vmd vhi av-j vvn pno12 p-acp av j dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 305 Page 4
1225 Such Apprehensions as these the best of Men amongst the Pagans were apt to entertain, from the meer Light of Reason; Such Apprehensions as these the best of Men among the Pagans were apt to entertain, from the mere Light of Reason; d n2 c-acp d dt js pp-f n2 p-acp dt n2-jn vbdr j pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 305 Page 4
1226 they inclin'd to think that this in general was the state of Humane Nature; they inclined to think that this in general was the state of Humane Nature; pns32 vvn pc-acp vvi cst d p-acp n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 305 Page 4
1227 though, as it is very apparent by their Writings, their Apprehensions of these things were very imperfect and uncertain. though, as it is very apparent by their Writings, their Apprehensions of these things were very imperfect and uncertain. cs, c-acp pn31 vbz av j p-acp po32 n2-vvg, po32 n2 pp-f d n2 vbdr av j cc j. (9) sermon (DIV1) 305 Page 4
1228 But all this the Doctrine of our Saviour hath fully assur'd us of, in plain and express terms, But all this the Doctrine of our Saviour hath Fully assured us of, in plain and express terms, p-acp d d dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vhz av-j vvn pno12 pp-f, p-acp j cc vvi n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 4
1229 and such as leave no room for doubt; and such as leave no room for doubt; cc d c-acp vvb dx n1 p-acp n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 4
1230 adding thereunto, (if we take in what Christianity always supposes and takes for granted, viz. the Revelation of God by Moses, ) a much more particular and exact account of Humane Nature, adding thereunto, (if we take in what Christianity always supposes and Takes for granted, viz. the Revelation of God by Moses,) a much more particular and exact account of Humane Nature, vvg av, (cs pns12 vvb p-acp r-crq np1 av vvz cc vvz p-acp vvn, n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1,) dt av-d av-dc j cc j n1 pp-f j n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 4
1231 than we could possibly have receiv'd from meer Reason. than we could possibly have received from mere Reason. cs pns12 vmd av-j vhi vvn p-acp j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 4
1232 The account indeed which we have of our selves, by the Jewish and Christian Revelation join'd together, is such as lets us into the perfect Knowledge of the Original, The account indeed which we have of our selves, by the Jewish and Christian Revelation joined together, is such as lets us into the perfect Knowledge of the Original, dt n1 av r-crq pns12 vhb pp-f po12 n2, p-acp dt jp cc njp n1 vvd av, vbz d c-acp vvz pno12 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 5
1233 and the Design of our Beings; what we were, as we came out of God's hands; and the Design of our Beings; what we were, as we Come out of God's hands; cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n2; r-crq pns12 vbdr, c-acp pns12 vvd av pp-f npg1 n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 5
1234 how we have abus'd our selves; how we have abused our selves; c-crq pns12 vhb vvn po12 n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 5
1235 and consequently what is necessary to be done either by or for us, in order to our Recovery. and consequently what is necessary to be done either by or for us, in order to our Recovery. cc av-j r-crq vbz j pc-acp vbi vdn d p-acp cc p-acp pno12, p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 306 Page 5
1236 Neither is there any thing therein, but what, if duly consider'd, will appear, after it is thus reveal'd, perfectly reasonable to be believ'd, Neither is there any thing therein, but what, if duly considered, will appear, After it is thus revealed, perfectly reasonable to be believed, d vbz pc-acp d n1 av, cc-acp q-crq, cs av-jn vvn, vmb vvi, c-acp pn31 vbz av vvn, av-j j pc-acp vbi vvn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 5
1237 so far from contradicting, that it exceedingly confirms and improves our natural Apprehensions concerning our selves. so Far from contradicting, that it exceedingly confirms and improves our natural Apprehensions Concerning our selves. av av-j p-acp vvg, cst pn31 av-vvg vvz cc vvz po12 j n2 vvg po12 n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 307 Page 5
1238 Thus for Instance, That God having form'd this Earth, and furnish'd it with a great variety of Creatures, fitted for the use or delight of such Beings as we are, produc'd the first Man, appointing him and his Posterity to be the Inhabitants of this Region, Thus for Instance, That God having formed this Earth, and furnished it with a great variety of Creatures, fitted for the use or delight of such Beings as we Are, produced the First Man, appointing him and his Posterity to be the Inhabitants of this Region, av p-acp n1, cst np1 vhg vvn d n1, cc vvn pn31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2 c-acp pns12 vbr, vvn dt ord n1, vvg pno31 cc po31 n1 pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f d n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 5
1239 and assigning to them the use and government of all the Creatures below them; and assigning to them the use and government of all the Creatures below them; cc vvg p-acp pno32 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d dt n2 p-acp pno32; (9) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 5
1240 that he form'd the Body of Man out of the Dust of the Earth, and breath'd into his Nostrils the Breath of Life, that he formed the Body of Man out of the Dust of the Earth, and breathed into his Nostrils the Breath of Life, cst pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvd p-acp po31 n2 dt n1 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 5
1241 thus making him related, by the two constitutive parts of his Nature, both to the upper and the lower World; thus making him related, by the two constitutive parts of his Nature, both to the upper and the lower World; av vvg pno31 vvn, p-acp dt crd j n2 pp-f po31 n1, av-d p-acp dt jc cc dt jc n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 5
1242 that he form'd a Companion for him, like to him, making but one of each Sex, that he formed a Companion for him, like to him, making but one of each Sex, cst pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp pno31, av-j p-acp pno31, vvg p-acp crd pp-f d n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 5
1243 and joining them together by the strictest alliance, that they might be mutual Helps and Comforts to each other, and joining them together by the Strictest alliance, that they might be mutual Helps and Comforts to each other, cc vvg pno32 av p-acp dt js n1, cst pns32 vmd vbi j n2 cc n2 p-acp d n-jn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 5
1244 and might become the common Parents of Mankind, who, by thus descending from the same Stock, might be taught to look upon themselves as near of kin; and might become the Common Parents of Mankind, who, by thus descending from the same Stock, might be taught to look upon themselves as near of kin; cc vmd vvi dt j n2 pp-f n1, r-crq, p-acp av vvg p-acp dt d n1, vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp px32 p-acp j pp-f n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 5
1245 that this first Man and Woman were plac'd in easie and happy Circumstances, endued with the Image of God, both in the Intellectual and Moral Powers of their Souls, that this First Man and Woman were placed in easy and happy circumstances, endued with the Image of God, both in the Intellectual and Moral Powers of their Souls, cst d ord n1 cc n1 vbdr vvn p-acp j cc j n2, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av-d p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f po32 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 6
1246 and enjoying his Favour, bless'd with Innocence of Mind, and Health of Body, naturally dispos'd and greatly oblig'd to obey the Commands of their great and good Creator; and enjoying his Favour, blessed with Innocence of Mind, and Health of Body, naturally disposed and greatly obliged to obey the Commands of their great and good Creator; cc vvg po31 n1, vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, av-j vvn cc av-j vvn pc-acp vvi dt vvz pp-f po32 j cc j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 6
1247 but that being tempted and deluded by a malicious Enemy both to God and them, but that being tempted and deluded by a malicious Enemy both to God and them, cc-acp cst vbg vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j n1 av-d p-acp np1 cc pno32, (9) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 6
1248 and giving way to their Appetites and Passions, without duly consulting the Reason of their Minds, and giving Way to their Appetites and Passion, without duly consulting the Reason of their Minds, cc vvg n1 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, p-acp av-jn vvg dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 6
1249 or invoking the assistance of Heaven, they disobey'd their Maker, and render'd themselves obnoxious to his just Displeasure; or invoking the assistance of Heaven, they disobeyed their Maker, and rendered themselves obnoxious to his just Displeasure; cc vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vvd po32 n1, cc vvd px32 j p-acp po31 j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 6
1250 that these first Sinners were upon this dismiss'd from that happy place and state, in which they had been created, that these First Sinners were upon this dismissed from that happy place and state, in which they had been created, cst d ord n2 vbdr p-acp d vvn p-acp d j n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vhd vbn vvn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 6
1251 and turn'd out into a World of Misery and Sorrow; and turned out into a World of Misery and Sorrow; cc vvd av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 6
1252 that having weaken'd and deprav'd their own Nature by misusing it, they convey'd the Weakness and Corruption to their Posterity, the Blood which their Off-spring deriv'd from them being tainted in its original; that having weakened and depraved their own Nature by misusing it, they conveyed the Weakness and Corruption to their Posterity, the Blood which their Offspring derived from them being tainted in its original; cst vhg vvn cc vvn po32 d n1 p-acp vvg pn31, pns32 vvd dt n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n1, dt n1 r-crq po32 n1 vvn p-acp pno32 vbg vvn p-acp po31 j-jn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 6
1253 that partly as the natural Consequence of what they had done, and partly by the just Appointment of their offended Maker, Sickness, that partly as the natural Consequence of what they had done, and partly by the just Appointment of their offended Maker, Sickness, cst av c-acp dt j n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 vhd vdn, cc av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 j-vvn n1, n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 6
1254 and Pain, and Death, were the effects of their Disobedience, and this their first Sin was the Beginning of all those Evils, to which they and their Posterity have been since expos'd, and Pain, and Death, were the effects of their Disobedience, and this their First since was the Beginning of all those Evils, to which they and their Posterity have been since exposed, cc n1, cc n1, vbdr dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, cc d po32 ord n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f d d n2-jn, p-acp r-crq pns32 cc po32 n1 vhb vbn a-acp vvn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 6
1255 and the Occasion of all that Disorder which is to be found in this lower World; and the Occasion of all that Disorder which is to be found in this lower World; cc dt n1 pp-f d cst n1 r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d jc n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 6
1256 and consequently, that if ever we hope to be happy, it must be by having the Image of God repair'd in us, by being restor'd to his Favour, by having our Souls recover'd to their due Temper by the communication of Divine Grace, by having our Bodies also, and consequently, that if ever we hope to be happy, it must be by having the Image of God repaired in us, by being restored to his Favour, by having our Souls recovered to their endue Temper by the communication of Divine Grace, by having our Bodies also, cc av-j, cst cs av pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi j, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp vhg dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno12, p-acp vbg vvn p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vhg po12 n2 vvn p-acp po32 n-jn vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp vhg po12 n2 av, (9) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 6
1257 after their dissolution, re-united to our Spirits by the Almighty Power, that so we may be perfect and entire, according to our primitive Constitution; After their dissolution, Reunited to our Spirits by the Almighty Power, that so we may be perfect and entire, according to our primitive Constitution; p-acp po32 n1, vvn p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst av pns12 vmb vbi j cc j, vvg p-acp po12 j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 7
1258 and finally, by having perfect Health and Vigour restor'd to the whole Man. and finally, by having perfect Health and Vigour restored to the Whole Man. cc av-j, p-acp vhg j n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 (9) sermon (DIV1) 308 Page 7
1259 This is plainly the substance of what the Christian Doctrine teacheth us concerning our selves, whereby, This is plainly the substance of what the Christian Doctrine Teaches us Concerning our selves, whereby, d vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f r-crq dt njp n1 vvz pno12 vvg po12 n2, c-crq, (9) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 7
1260 as it greatly illustrates and confirms what was before but imperfectly and confusedly guess'd at by Men of the best Understandings and Morals; as it greatly illustrates and confirms what was before but imperfectly and confusedly guessed At by Men of the best Understandings and Morals; c-acp pn31 av-j vvz cc vvz q-crq vbds a-acp cc-acp av-j cc av-vvn vvd p-acp p-acp n2 pp-f dt js n2 cc n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 7
1261 so it adds several particulars of great moment, which, although they are either what we had lost the tradition of, so it adds several particulars of great moment, which, although they Are either what we had lost the tradition of, av pn31 vvz j n2-jn pp-f j n1, r-crq, cs pns32 vbr d r-crq pns12 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f, (9) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 7
1262 or what we could not certainly have known without Revelation, yet being reveal'd, can I think by no means shock the Reason of any serious Deist. or what we could not Certainly have known without Revelation, yet being revealed, can I think by no means shock the Reason of any serious Deist. cc r-crq pns12 vmd xx av-j vhi vvn p-acp n1, av vbg vvn, vmb pns11 vvi p-acp dx n2 vvi dt n1 pp-f d j np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 7
1263 On the contrary, as this Scheme is infinitely more rational, than any thing that has been produc'd upon this Subject by the Authors of any other Religion; On the contrary, as this Scheme is infinitely more rational, than any thing that has been produced upon this Subject by the Authors of any other Religion; p-acp dt n-jn, c-acp d n1 vbz av-j av-dc j, cs d n1 cst vhz vbn vvn p-acp d j-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j-jn n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 7
1264 so it is exceedingly agreeable to all the present Phaenomena of Humane Nature, yielding the most satisfactory account of the Original, the present Condition, the Design and End of Mankind, so it is exceedingly agreeable to all the present Phaenomena of Humane Nature, yielding the most satisfactory account of the Original, the present Condition, the Design and End of Mankind, av pn31 vbz av-vvg j p-acp d dt j np1 pp-f j n1, vvg dt av-ds j n1 pp-f dt j-jn, dt j n1, dt n1 cc vvb pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 7
1265 and laying a good foundation for those Rules which the Christian Doctrine hath given us for the government of our selves; and laying a good Foundation for those Rules which the Christian Doctrine hath given us for the government of our selves; cc vvg dt j n1 p-acp d n2 r-crq dt np1 n1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 7
1266 and this brings me to the next particular I propos'd to be consider'd, viz. III. Those Rules which the Doctrine of our Saviour hath laid down for the management of our Tempers and our Lives; and this brings me to the next particular I proposed to be considered, viz. III. Those Rules which the Doctrine of our Saviour hath laid down for the management of our Tempers and our Lives; cc d vvz pno11 p-acp dt ord j pns11 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn, n1 np1. d n2 r-crq dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vhz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc po12 n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 309 Page 7
1267 which, as I am now to shew, do yet farther recommend to us the Method in which our Mediator hath obtain'd Salvation for Sinners. which, as I am now to show, do yet farther recommend to us the Method in which our Mediator hath obtained Salvation for Sinners. r-crq, c-acp pns11 vbm av pc-acp vvi, vdb av av-jc vvb p-acp pno12 dt n1 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vhz vvn n1 p-acp n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 310 Page 7
1268 Had the Christian Institution fail'd in this point, there had lain an unanswerable Objection against it, especially since it pretends to bring us the last and fullest Revelation of the Divine Will, Had the Christian Institution failed in this point, there had lain an unanswerable Objection against it, especially since it pretends to bring us the last and Fullest Revelation of the Divine Will, vhd dt njp n1 vvn p-acp d n1, a-acp vhd vvn dt j n1 p-acp pn31, av-j c-acp pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno12 dt ord cc js n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 8
1269 and to correct or perfect whatsoever went under the name of Religion before: but this we Christians justly glory in, that it hath fully made good this Pretence, and to correct or perfect whatsoever went under the name of Religion before: but this we Christians justly glory in, that it hath Fully made good this Pretence, cc pc-acp vvi cc j r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 a-acp: cc-acp d po12 np1 av-j n1 p-acp, cst pn31 vhz av-j vvn j d n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 8
1270 and that even its Adversaries cannot plausibly object any thing against it upon this account, and that even its Adversaries cannot plausibly Object any thing against it upon this account, cc cst av po31 n2 vmbx av-j vvi d n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp d n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 8
1271 unless it be that its Rules seem to them too strict, too perfect for the present state of Humane Nature; unless it be that its Rules seem to them too strict, too perfect for the present state of Humane Nature; cs pn31 vbb d po31 n2 vvi p-acp pno32 av j, av j c-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 8
1272 which, whether it be a reasonable Objection, will fall under Consideration hereafter. which, whither it be a reasonable Objection, will fallen under Consideration hereafter. r-crq, cs pn31 vbb dt j n1, vmb vvi p-acp n1 av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 311 Page 8
1273 In confirmation of this Point, I might insist upon those passages of our Saviour, which I had occasion just to recite in a former Discourse; In confirmation of this Point, I might insist upon those passages of our Saviour, which I had occasion just to recite in a former Discourse; p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, pns11 vmd vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq pns11 vhd n1 j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 312 Page 8
1274 as where our Lord replies to the Lawyer, asking him, Which was the great Commandment in the Law? Jesus said unto him, as it follows in the Text, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy Heart, as where our Lord replies to the Lawyer, asking him, Which was the great Commandment in the Law? jesus said unto him, as it follows in the Text, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy Heart, c-acp c-crq po12 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, vvg pno31, r-crq vbds dt j n1 p-acp dt n1? np1 vvd p-acp pno31, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 po21 n1 p-acp d po21 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 312 Page 8
1275 and with all thy Soul, and with all thy Mind; This is the first and great Commandment: and with all thy Soul, and with all thy Mind; This is the First and great Commandment: cc p-acp d po21 n1, cc p-acp d po21 n1; d vbz dt ord cc j n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 312 Page 8
1276 and the second is like unto it; Thou shalt love thy Neighbour as thy self. On these two Commandments hang all the Law, and the Prophets. and the second is like unto it; Thou shalt love thy Neighbour as thy self. On these two commandments hang all the Law, and the prophets. cc dt ord vbz av-j p-acp pn31; pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1. p-acp d crd n2 vvb d dt n1, cc dt n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 312 Page 8
1277 Where our Lord not only explains the Law both of Moses and of Nature in their full extent; Where our Lord not only explains the Law both of Moses and of Nature in their full extent; c-crq po12 n1 xx av-j vvz dt n1 av-d pp-f np1 cc pp-f n1 p-acp po32 j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 312 Page 8
1278 but also plainly enough insinuates, that these two great Rules should be the fundamental Laws of his own Institution; but also plainly enough insinuates, that these two great Rules should be the fundamental Laws of his own Institution; cc-acp av av-j d vvz, cst d crd j n2 vmd vbi dt j n2 pp-f po31 d n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 312 Page 8
1279 for in the place parallel to this in St. Mark 's Gospel, upon the Scribes approving this Answer of our Lord, for in the place parallel to this in Saint Mark is Gospel, upon the Scribes approving this Answer of our Lord, c-acp p-acp dt n1 n1 p-acp d p-acp n1 vvb vbz n1, p-acp dt n2 vvg d n1 pp-f po12 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 312 Page 8
1280 and repeating it in other words, 'tis said, that when Jesus saw that he answer'd discreetly, he said unto him, Thou art not far from the Kingdom of God. and repeating it in other words, it's said, that when jesus saw that he answered discreetly, he said unto him, Thou art not Far from the Kingdom of God. cc vvg pn31 p-acp j-jn n2, pn31|vbz vvn, cst c-crq np1 vvd cst pns31 vvd av-j, pns31 vvd p-acp pno31, pns21 vb2r xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 312 Page 8
1281 For which Reason in that admirable Discourse upon the Mount, where in express terms, and most solemn manner, he deliver'd his Precepts to his Disciples, he plainly tells them, that he came not to destroy the Law or the Prophets, For which Reason in that admirable Discourse upon the Mount, where in express terms, and most solemn manner, he Delivered his Precepts to his Disciples, he plainly tells them, that he Come not to destroy the Law or the prophets, p-acp r-crq n1 p-acp d j n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq p-acp j n2, cc av-ds j n1, pns31 vvd po31 n2 p-acp po31 n2, pns31 av-j vvz pno32, cst pns31 vvd xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc dt n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 312 Page 9
1282 but to fulfil them, NONLATINALPHABET, one way of doing which was, as I before observ'd, and as appears undeniably from the Discourse immediately following those words, by interpreting them in their fullest extent; but to fulfil them,, one Way of doing which was, as I before observed, and as appears undeniably from the Discourse immediately following those words, by interpreting them in their Fullest extent; cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno32,, crd n1 pp-f vdg r-crq vbds, c-acp pns11 a-acp vvn, cc a-acp vvz av-j p-acp dt n1 av-j vvg d n2, p-acp n-vvg pno32 p-acp po32 js n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 312 Page 9
1283 and accordingly in the prosecution of that Argument, he commandeth his Disciples to aim at the highest degree of Virtue and Goodness, even to be perfect as their Father which is in Heaven is perfect. and accordingly in the prosecution of that Argument, he commands his Disciples to aim At the highest degree of Virtue and goodness, even to be perfect as their Father which is in Heaven is perfect. cc av-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, pns31 vvz po31 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, av pc-acp vbi j p-acp po32 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1 vbz j. (9) sermon (DIV1) 312 Page 9
1284 I might add to this, the Declaration which St. Paul makes of the general design of the Gospel-Institution, viz. that it teacheth all men, that denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, they should live soberly, righteously, I might add to this, the Declaration which Saint Paul makes of the general Design of the Gospel-Institution, viz. that it Teaches all men, that denying ungodliness and worldly Lustiest, they should live soberly, righteously, pns11 vmd vvi p-acp d, dt n1 r-crq n1 np1 vvz pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 cst pn31 vvz d n2, cst vvg n1 cc j n2, pns32 vmd vvi av-j, av-j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 313 Page 9
1285 and godly in this present World; and godly in this present World; cc j p-acp d j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 313 Page 9
1286 this being, as he says, the very end of our Saviour's giving himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, this being, as he Says, the very end of our Saviour's giving himself for us, that he might Redeem us from all iniquity, d vbg, c-acp pns31 vvz, dt j n1 pp-f po12 ng1 vvg px31 p-acp pno12, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp d n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 313 Page 9
1287 and purifie to himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works. and purify to himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works. cc vvi p-acp px31 dt j n1, j pp-f j n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 313 Page 9
1288 I might in the last place alledge that comprehensive Exhortation of the same Apostle, Finally Brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report, I might in the last place allege that comprehensive Exhortation of the same Apostle, Finally Brothers, whatsoever things Are true, whatsoever things Are honest, whatsoever things Are just, whatsoever things Are pure, whatsoever things Are lovely, whatsoever things Are of good report, pns11 vmd p-acp dt ord n1 vvi d j n1 pp-f dt d n1, av-j n2, r-crq n2 vbr j, r-crq n2 vbr j, r-crq n2 vbr j, r-crq n2 vbr j, r-crq n2 vbr j, r-crq n2 vbr pp-f j n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 314 Page 9
1289 if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. cs pc-acp vbb d n1, cc cs pc-acp vbb d n1, vvb p-acp d n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 314 Page 9
1290 These general Rules and Precepts are so very full, as evidently to include the whole of Morality; These general Rules and Precepts Are so very full, as evidently to include the Whole of Morality; d j n2 cc n2 vbr av av j, c-acp av-j pc-acp vvi dt j-jn pp-f n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 315 Page 9
1291 insomuch that a Christian may fairly challenge a Philosopher, or a Jew, or any other person whatsoever, who seriously believes a God, insomuch that a Christian may fairly challenge a Philosopher, or a Jew, or any other person whatsoever, who seriously believes a God, av cst dt njp vmb av-j vvi dt n1, cc dt np1, cc d j-jn n1 r-crq, r-crq av-j vvz dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 315 Page 9
1292 and embraces the Principles of Natural Religion, to name that Virtue which is not comprehended under them. and embraces the Principles of Natural Religion, to name that Virtue which is not comprehended under them. cc n2 dt n2 pp-f j n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 r-crq vbz xx vvn p-acp pno32. (9) sermon (DIV1) 315 Page 10
1293 And whosoever will carefully peruse the New Testament, shall find not only many more such general and comprehensive Rules therein contain'd; And whosoever will carefully peruse the New Testament, shall find not only many more such general and comprehensive Rules therein contained; cc r-crq vmb av-j vvi dt j n1, vmb vvi xx av-j d dc d n1 cc j n2 av vvn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 315 Page 10
1294 but also abundance of particular Directions and Precepts agreeable thereunto. but also abundance of particular Directions and Precepts agreeable thereunto. cc-acp av n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2 j av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 315 Page 10
1295 So that although there be not, throughout the Writings of the Evangelists and Apostles, a system of Morality drawn up according to the Model of the Schools; (which had not been suitable to the nature and design of those Writings, So that although there be not, throughout the Writings of the Evangelists and Apostles, a system of Morality drawn up according to the Model of the Schools; (which had not been suitable to the nature and Design of those Writings, av cst cs pc-acp vbb xx, p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n2 cc n2, dt fw-la pp-f n1 vvn a-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2; (r-crq vhd xx vbn j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2-vvg, (9) sermon (DIV1) 315 Page 10
1296 nor adapted to the use of those for whom they were intended;) yet a Man that way dispos'd might easily form from thence the most perfect and admirable Scheme of Moral Discipline, that ever yet was produc'd. nor adapted to the use of those for whom they were intended;) yet a Man that Way disposed might Easily from from thence the most perfect and admirable Scheme of Moral Discipline, that ever yet was produced. ccx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d p-acp ro-crq pns32 vbdr vvn;) av dt n1 cst n1 vvn vmd av-j vvi p-acp av dt av-ds j cc j n1 pp-f j n1, cst av av vbds vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 315 Page 10
1297 But for the rendering this more evident, it may be proper to descend to particulars, But for the rendering this more evident, it may be proper to descend to particulars, cc-acp p-acp dt vvg d dc j, pn31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp n2-j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 316 Page 10
1298 and to view the Precepts of Christianity, according to the usual distinction, as they concern our demeanour towards God, our Neighbour, and to view the Precepts of Christianity, according to the usual distinction, as they concern our demeanour towards God, our Neighbour, cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, vvg p-acp dt j n1, c-acp pns32 vvb po12 n1 p-acp np1, po12 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 316 Page 10
1299 or our selves, in doing which, I shall not stand to cite particular Texts, but only give the sum of the Christian Doctrine, upon each of these Heads. or our selves, in doing which, I shall not stand to Cite particular Texts, but only give the sum of the Christian Doctrine, upon each of these Heads. cc po12 n2, p-acp vdg r-crq, pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi j n2, cc-acp av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1, p-acp d pp-f d n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 316 Page 10
1300 1. As they concern our demeanour towards Almighty God. 1. As they concern our demeanour towards Almighty God. crd p-acp pns32 vvb po12 n1 p-acp j-jn np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 317 Page 10
1301 Here the Precepts of true Religion should begin, the Authority of God being the great Basis of all particular Laws of Religion, Here the Precepts of true Religion should begin, the authority of God being the great Basis of all particular Laws of Religion, av dt n2 pp-f j n1 vmd vvi, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbg dt j n1 pp-f d j n2 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 10
1302 and our Reverence and Love towards him being the genuine Principles of every other Grace or Virtue. and our reverence and Love towards him being the genuine Principles of every other Grace or Virtue. cc po12 n1 cc vvi p-acp pno31 vbg dt j n2 pp-f d j-jn n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 10
1303 And accordingly here our Christian Institution lays the Foundation, endeavouring to raise up our Thoughts to the supream Being, And accordingly Here our Christian Institution lays the Foundation, endeavouring to raise up our Thoughts to the supreme Being, cc av-vvg av po12 np1 n1 vvz dt n1, vvg pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt j vbg, (9) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 11
1304 and to possess our Minds with the deepest sense of him. and to possess our Minds with the Deepest sense of him. cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt js-jn n1 pp-f pno31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 11
1305 This therefore is the sum of the Precepts left us by our Lord, and his Apostles, with respect to God; This Therefore is the sum of the Precepts left us by our Lord, and his Apostles, with respect to God; np1 av vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvd pno12 p-acp po12 n1, cc po31 n2, p-acp n1 p-acp np1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 11
1306 That we should fear and reverence him as the greatest and best of Beings; That we should Fear and Reverence him as the greatest and best of Beings; cst pns12 vmd vvi cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt js cc js pp-f n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 11
1307 that we should excite and cherish in our Souls a pious Affection towards him as our Heavenly Father; that we should excite and cherish in our Souls a pious Affection towards him as our Heavenly Father; cst pns12 vmd vvi cc vvi p-acp po12 n2 dt j n1 p-acp pno31 c-acp po12 j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 11
1308 that we should depend constantly upon him for whatsoever we stand in need of; that we should depend constantly upon him for whatsoever we stand in need of; cst pns12 vmd vvi av-j p-acp pno31 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f; (9) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 11
1309 that we should be deeply sensible of his Goodness to us, in all the Blessings we enjoy, that we should be deeply sensible of his goodness to us, in all the Blessings we enjoy, cst pns12 vmd vbi av-jn j pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno12, p-acp d dt n2 pns12 vvb, (9) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 11
1310 and put our trust in him, for whatsoever he shall see truly good for us; and put our trust in him, for whatsoever he shall see truly good for us; cc vvi po12 n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp r-crq pns31 vmb vvi av-j j p-acp pno12; (9) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 11
1311 that we should willingly resign our selves to him, and perfectly acquiesce in all the dispensations of his Providence towards us; that we should willingly resign our selves to him, and perfectly acquiesce in all the dispensations of his Providence towards us; cst pns12 vmd av-j vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno31, cc av-j vvi p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno12; (9) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 11
1312 that we should esteem his Image as our highest Perfection, and his Favour as our chief Happiness, that we should esteem his Image as our highest Perfection, and his Favour as our chief Happiness, cst pns12 vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp po12 js n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp po12 j-jn n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 11
1313 and therefore above all things endeavour to resemble him, and to be accepted of him; and Therefore above all things endeavour to resemble him, and to be accepted of him; cc av p-acp d n2 vvb pc-acp vvi pno31, cc pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f pno31; (9) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 11
1314 that we should make his Glory our ultimate end, and subordinate all our other designs to that of bringing Honour to his Name; that we should make his Glory our ultimate end, and subordinate all our other designs to that of bringing Honour to his Name; cst pns12 vmd vvi po31 n1 po12 j n1, cc j d po12 j-jn n2 p-acp d pp-f vvg n1 p-acp po31 n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 11
1315 that as we should be thus inwardly affected towards God, so we should take all Opportunities of expressing the sense of our Minds, both by our Words and Actions; that as we should be thus inwardly affected towards God, so we should take all Opportunities of expressing the sense of our Minds, both by our Words and Actions; cst c-acp pns12 vmd vbi av av-j vvn p-acp np1, av pns12 vmd vvi d n2 pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, av-d p-acp po12 n2 cc n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 11
1316 that we should therefore frequently address our selves to him, as to our God and Father, offering up our devout Acknowledgments of his Infinite Perfections, that we should Therefore frequently address our selves to him, as to our God and Father, offering up our devout Acknowledgments of his Infinite Perfections, cst pns12 vmd av av-j vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno31, c-acp p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, vvg a-acp po12 j n2 pp-f po31 j n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 11
1317 and of our entire dependance upon him, our unfeigned Thanks for all the expressions of his Goodness, and of our entire dependence upon him, our unfeigned Thanks for all the expressions of his goodness, cc pp-f po12 j n1 p-acp pno31, po12 j n2 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 11
1318 and our humble Petitions for a supply of all our Wants; and our humble Petitions for a supply of all our Wants; cc po12 j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po12 vvz; (9) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 11
1319 and above all, that we should testifie our regard to him, by readily obeying all the Intimations of his Will, which he hath any way given us; and above all, that we should testify our regard to him, by readily obeying all the Intimations of his Will, which he hath any Way given us; cc p-acp d, cst pns12 vmd vvi po12 n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp av-j vvg d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq pns31 vhz d n1 vvn pno12; (9) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 12
1320 thus worshipping and serving him all our days, with Integrity of Heart and Life. thus worshipping and serving him all our days, with Integrity of Heart and Life. av vvg cc vvg pno31 d po12 n2, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 318 Page 12
1321 All that I have hitherto mention'd are Instances of Natural Religion towards God, and such as will be approv'd by every one, who seriously owns such a Being. All that I have hitherto mentioned Are Instances of Natural Religion towards God, and such as will be approved by every one, who seriously owns such a Being. d cst pns11 vhb av vvn vbr n2 pp-f j n1 p-acp np1, cc d c-acp vmb vbi vvn p-acp d crd, r-crq av-j vvz d pns31 vbg. (9) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 12
1322 For as for those few who call themselves Deists, and yet place the Almighty at such a distance from his Creatures, For as for those few who call themselves Deists, and yet place the Almighty At such a distance from his Creatures, p-acp a-acp p-acp d d r-crq vvb px32 n2, cc av vvb dt j-jn p-acp d dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 12
1323 as to reckon it below him to concern his Providence about their particular affairs, and to account it an Indignity offer'd to God, as to reckon it below him to concern his Providence about their particular affairs, and to account it an Indignity offered to God, c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp po32 j n2, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 dt n1 vvn p-acp np1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 12
1324 and an impertinent Presumption in Men, for such inconsiderable Creatures as they are to make their applications and addresses to him upon all occasions, I think them hardly worth our consideration in this case. and an impertinent Presumption in Men, for such inconsiderable Creatures as they Are to make their applications and Addresses to him upon all occasions, I think them hardly worth our consideration in this case. cc dt j n1 p-acp n2, p-acp d j n2 c-acp pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp d n2, pns11 vvb pno32 av j po12 n1 p-acp d n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 12
1325 They contradict the sense not only of the generality of Mankind, but of the wisest and soberest of Philosophers among the Pagans; They contradict the sense not only of the generality of Mankind, but of the Wisest and Soberest of Philosophers among the Pagans; pns32 vvb dt n1 xx av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp pp-f dt js cc js pp-f n2 p-acp dt n2-jn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 12
1326 they err from not considering the Nature of God and Man; they err from not considering the Nature of God and Man; pns32 vvb p-acp xx vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 12
1327 and I shall take no farther notice of them, than by proposing to them this single Consideration, which I have in a former Lecture already suggested, That it cannot be unworthy of God, to concern himself for every Creature which he hath given Being to, according to its Nature; and I shall take no farther notice of them, than by proposing to them this single Consideration, which I have in a former Lecture already suggested, That it cannot be unworthy of God, to concern himself for every Creature which he hath given Being to, according to its Nature; cc pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc n1 pp-f pno32, cs p-acp vvg p-acp pno32 d j n1, r-crq pns11 vhb p-acp dt j n1 av vvn, cst pn31 vmbx vbi j pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp d n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn vbg p-acp, vvg p-acp po31 n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 12
1328 and that it is certainly fit for every Creature to demean it self towards its Maker, according to the Nature which he hath been pleas'd to give it. and that it is Certainly fit for every Creature to demean it self towards its Maker, according to the Nature which he hath been pleased to give it. cc cst pn31 vbz av-j j p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vbn vvn pc-acp vvi pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 12
1329 I shall therefore take it for granted, that whosoever acknowledges a God, and knows what he means by that acknowledgment, I shall Therefore take it for granted, that whosoever acknowledges a God, and knows what he means by that acknowledgment, pns11 vmb av vvi pn31 p-acp vvn, cst r-crq vvz dt n1, cc vvz r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp d n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 12
1330 and at the same time considers the several Faculties with which Mankind are endow'd, will allow that all the above mention'd Instances, are parts of Natural Religion. and At the same time considers the several Faculties with which Mankind Are endowed, will allow that all the above mentioned Instances, Are parts of Natural Religion. cc p-acp dt d n1 vvz dt j n2 p-acp r-crq n1 vbr vvn, vmb vvi cst d dt a-acp vvn n2, vbr n2 pp-f j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 13
1331 And that they are more particularly and fully express'd and urg'd by the Christian, than ever they were by any other Institution, cannot be denied by any who have read the New Testament. And that they Are more particularly and Fully expressed and urged by the Christian, than ever they were by any other Institution, cannot be denied by any who have read the New Testament. cc cst pns32 vbr av-dc av-j cc av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp dt njp, cs av pns32 vbdr p-acp d j-jn n1, vmbx vbi vvn p-acp d r-crq vhb vvn dt j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 319 Page 13
1332 To which I might add, that the Gospel farther teacheth us, unfeignedly to repent of all our Offences committed against God, To which I might add, that the Gospel farther Teaches us, unfeignedly to Repent of all our Offences committed against God, p-acp r-crq pns11 vmd vvi, cst dt n1 av-jc vvz pno12, av-j pc-acp vvi pp-f d po12 n2 vvn p-acp np1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 320 Page 13
1333 and to express this our Repentance by an humble acknowledgment, an hearty sorrow, firm resolutions and faithful endeavours of amendment; and to express this our Repentance by an humble acknowledgment, an hearty sorrow, firm resolutions and faithful endeavours of amendment; cc pc-acp vvi d po12 n1 p-acp dt j n1, dt j n1, j n2 cc j n2 pp-f n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 320 Page 13
1334 all which, upon supposition of our being Sinners, are farther Instances of Natural Religion towards God; all which, upon supposition of our being Sinners, Are farther Instances of Natural Religion towards God; d r-crq, p-acp n1 pp-f po12 vbg n2, vbr jc n2 pp-f j n1 p-acp np1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 320 Page 13
1335 and they are what the Christian Revelation, upon that supposition, very much insists upon, withal encouraging us to hope for the Mercy and Favour of God, through the Mediation of our Redeemer, upon these terms. and they Are what the Christian Revelation, upon that supposition, very much insists upon, withal encouraging us to hope for the Mercy and Favour of God, through the Mediation of our Redeemer, upon these terms. cc pns32 vbr q-crq dt njp n1, p-acp d n1, av d vvz p-acp, av vvg pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp d n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 320 Page 13
1336 And here is the transition from Natural Religion to Reveal'd. Christianity comes in here to the relief and assistance of Nature. And Here is the transition from Natural Religion to Revealed. Christianity comes in Here to the relief and assistance of Nature. cc av vbz dt n1 p-acp j n1 p-acp vvn. np1 vvz p-acp av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 321 Page 13
1337 For whereas from the Light of meer Reason, we could only have thought it our Duty to repent of our Sins, For whereas from the Light of mere Reason, we could only have Thought it our Duty to Repent of our Sins, p-acp cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, pns12 vmd av-j vhi vvn pn31 po12 n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f po12 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 321 Page 13
1338 and so to have thrown our selves upon the undeserv'd, but infinite Goodness and Mercy of our Maker; and so to have thrown our selves upon the undeserved, but infinite goodness and Mercy of our Maker; cc av pc-acp vhi vvn po12 n2 p-acp dt j, cc-acp j n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 321 Page 13
1339 but must have remain'd utterly uncertain how far, or in what way and manner he would have accepted our Repentance: but must have remained utterly uncertain how Far, or in what Way and manner he would have accepted our Repentance: cc-acp vmb vhi vvn av-j j c-crq av-j, cc p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 pns31 vmd vhi vvn po12 n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 321 Page 13
1340 the Gospel hath taught us to address our selves to the great Father of all, in the Name, the Gospel hath taught us to address our selves to the great Father of all, in the Name, dt n1 vhz vvn pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d, p-acp dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 321 Page 13
1341 and through the Mediation of his only begotten Son, cloath'd in our Nature, dying for our sakes, and through the Mediation of his only begotten Son, clothed in our Nature, dying for our sakes, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 av-j vvn n1, vvn p-acp po12 n1, vvg p-acp po12 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 321 Page 13
1342 and living with him to make intercession for us. and living with him to make Intercession for us. cc vvg p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno12. (9) sermon (DIV1) 321 Page 13
1343 It hath eas'd our Minds in their searching after ways of expiating our Transgressions, and looking for Mediators to introduce us into the Presence and Favour of our offended Creator. It hath eased our Minds in their searching After ways of expiating our Transgressions, and looking for Mediators to introduce us into the Presence and Favour of our offended Creator. pn31 vhz vvn po12 n2 p-acp po32 vvg p-acp n2 pp-f j-vvg po12 n2, cc vvg p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 321 Page 14
1344 It hath declar'd, that no other Expiation is necessary, but that which our Redeemer hath made for us; It hath declared, that no other Expiation is necessary, but that which our Redeemer hath made for us; pn31 vhz vvd, cst dx j-jn n1 vbz j, cc-acp cst r-crq po12 n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12; (9) sermon (DIV1) 321 Page 14
1345 no Sacrifice for Sin acceptable, but that which he offer'd up upon the Cross once for all; no Sacrifice for since acceptable, but that which he offered up upon the Cross once for all; dx n1 p-acp n1 j, cc-acp cst r-crq pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 a-acp p-acp d; (9) sermon (DIV1) 321 Page 14
1346 and no other Intercession to be made use of, but that which he continually makes in Heaven on our behalf. and no other Intercession to be made use of, but that which he continually makes in Heaven on our behalf. cc dx j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi vvn n1 pp-f, cc-acp cst r-crq pns31 av-j vvz p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 321 Page 14
1347 It assures us, that all that is expected from us, is Repentance; and sincere, though imperfect Obedience; It assures us, that all that is expected from us, is Repentance; and sincere, though imperfect obedience; pn31 vvz pno12, cst d cst vbz vvn p-acp pno12, vbz n1; cc j, cs j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 321 Page 14
1348 and that upon the exercise of these, we may surely depend upon the Mercy of God through this great Mediator. It accordingly enjoins us hence-forward to offer up all our Services, and that upon the exercise of these, we may surely depend upon the Mercy of God through this great Mediator. It accordingly enjoins us henceforward to offer up all our Services, cc cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, pns12 vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d j n1. pn31 av-vvg vvz pno12 av pc-acp vvi a-acp d po12 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 321 Page 14
1349 and to make all our Addresses in his Name, and to expect all good things from the Hands of our Heavenly Father, by the Mediation and Intercession of his Son Jesus Christ. and to make all our Addresses in his Name, and to expect all good things from the Hands of our Heavenly Father, by the Mediation and Intercession of his Son jesus christ. cc pc-acp vvi d po12 n2 p-acp po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi d j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 j n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 np1 np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 321 Page 14
1350 After which our Religion hath throughly discharg'd us from all those external, ritual, and burdensome observances, which either the Law of Moses had enjoin'd the Nation of the Jews, or the Superstition of the rest of Mankind had impos'd upon themselves, commanding us to worship God, who is a Spirit, in Spirit and in Truth, and appointing only two external Rites, both of them plain, easie, After which our Religion hath thoroughly discharged us from all those external, ritual, and burdensome observances, which either the Law of Moses had enjoined the nation of the jews, or the Superstition of the rest of Mankind had imposed upon themselves, commanding us to worship God, who is a Spirit, in Spirit and in Truth, and appointing only two external Rites, both of them plain, easy, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vhz av-j vvn pno12 p-acp d d j, j, cc j n2, r-crq av-d dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f dt np2, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 vhd vvn p-acp px32, vvg pno12 p-acp vvb np1, r-crq vbz dt n1, p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, cc vvg av-j crd j n2, d pp-f pno32 j, j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 321 Page 14
1351 and I had almost said natural, being such as may be comply'd with, without the least difficulty, and I had almost said natural, being such as may be complied with, without the least difficulty, cc pns11 vhd av vvn j, vbg d c-acp vmb vbi vvn p-acp, p-acp dt ds n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 321 Page 14
1352 and are at the same time very proper to the purposes for which they were instituted; and Are At the same time very proper to the Purposes for which they were instituted; cc vbr p-acp dt d n1 av j p-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 321 Page 14
1353 viz. one of them, the washing with Water in the Name of the Blessed Trinity, at our admittance to the Christian Profession, representing that inward Purification which we profess to aim at; viz. one of them, the washing with Water in the Name of the Blessed Trinity, At our admittance to the Christian Profession, representing that inward Purification which we profess to aim At; n1 crd pp-f pno32, dt n-vvg p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn np1, p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt njp n1, vvg cst j n1 r-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp; (9) sermon (DIV1) 321 Page 14
1354 and the other, partaking of Bread broken, and Wine pour'd out, as a perpetual Memorial of the great Sacrifice which our Mediator offer'd up for the remission of our Sins. and the other, partaking of Bred broken, and Wine poured out, as a perpetual Memorial of the great Sacrifice which our Mediator offered up for the remission of our Sins. cc dt n-jn, vvg pp-f n1 vvn, cc n1 vvn av, c-acp dt j n-jn pp-f dt j n1 r-crq po12 n1 vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 321 Page 15
1355 Thus the Gospel hath instructed us, as to our demeanour towards God; Thus the Gospel hath instructed us, as to our demeanour towards God; av dt n1 vhz vvn pno12, c-acp p-acp po12 n1 p-acp np1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 15
1356 and all these its Instructions I dare venture to recommend to the serious Consideration of any one who in earnest pretends to the Religion of Nature and Reason; and all these its Instructions I Dare venture to recommend to the serious Consideration of any one who in earnest pretends to the Religion of Nature and Reason; cc d d po31 n2 pns11 vvb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d crd r-crq p-acp n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 15
1357 for altho', as I have already own'd, Christianity hath exceeded the bounds of meer Natural Religion; for although, as I have already owned, Christianity hath exceeded the bounds of mere Natural Religion; c-acp cs, c-acp pns11 vhb av j-vvn, np1 vhz vvn dt n2 pp-f j j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 15
1358 yet all its Precepts are highly reasonable with respect to our present circumstances, since our Apostacy from God, yet all its Precepts Are highly reasonable with respect to our present Circumstances, since our Apostasy from God, av d po31 n2 vbr av-j j p-acp n1 p-acp po12 j n2, c-acp po12 n1 p-acp np1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 15
1359 as I think will fully appear from a due reflection upon what I have formerly urg'd, as I think will Fully appear from a due reflection upon what I have formerly urged, c-acp pns11 vvb vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vhb av-j vvn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 15
1360 as to the necessity and use of a Mediator between God and fallen Men. I proceed in the next place, as to the necessity and use of a Mediator between God and fallen Men. I proceed in the next place, c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 cc j-vvn n2. pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 322 Page 15
1361 2. To those Rules which the Christian Revelation hath given us, as to our demeanour towards our Neighbour; 2. To those Rules which the Christian Revelation hath given us, as to our demeanour towards our Neighbour; crd p-acp d n2 r-crq dt np1 n1 vhz vvn pno12, c-acp p-acp po12 n1 p-acp po12 n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 324 Page 15
1362 that is, towards all of the same Nature with our selves; for so far our Lord hath extended the signification of that word. that is, towards all of the same Nature with our selves; for so Far our Lord hath extended the signification of that word. d vbz, p-acp d pp-f dt d n1 p-acp po12 n2; p-acp av av-j po12 n1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f d n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 324 Page 15
1363 Now as to this point, the Gospel having enjoin'd, as I have already observ'd, the loving our Neighbour as our selves, it enjoyns by a necessary consequence, whatsoever can be expected from one Man towards another, according to St. Paul 's way of arguing upon this Subject; Now as to this point, the Gospel having enjoined, as I have already observed, the loving our Neighbour as our selves, it enjoins by a necessary consequence, whatsoever can be expected from one Man towards Another, according to Saint Paul is Way of arguing upon this Subject; av c-acp p-acp d n1, dt n1 vhg vvn, c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn, dt j-vvg po12 n1 p-acp po12 n2, pn31 vvz p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp crd n1 p-acp n-jn, vvg p-acp n1 np1 vbz n1 pp-f vvg p-acp d j-jn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 15
1364 He that loveth another hath fulfill'd the Law; He that loves Another hath fulfilled the Law; pns31 cst vvz j-jn vhz vvn dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 15
1365 for whatsoever Commandment there is, it is briefly comprehended in this saying, namely, Thou shalt love thy Neighbour as thy self. for whatsoever Commandment there is, it is briefly comprehended in this saying, namely, Thou shalt love thy Neighbour as thy self. p-acp r-crq n1 a-acp vbz, pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp d n-vvg, av, pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 15
1366 And therefore lest any one should vainly pretend to love his Neighbour, without shewing his Love by the natural effects of it, our Lord enjoin'd his Disciples the Act, in as plain and extensive terms, as he did the Principle; And Therefore lest any one should vainly pretend to love his Neighbour, without showing his Love by the natural effects of it, our Lord enjoined his Disciples the Act, in as plain and extensive terms, as he did the Principle; cc av cs d crd vmd av-j vvi pc-acp vvi po31 n1, p-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f pn31, po12 n1 vvd po31 n2 dt n1, p-acp c-acp j cc j n2, c-acp pns31 vdd dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 16
1367 All things whatsoever ye would that Men should do to you, do ye even so to them; All things whatsoever you would that Men should do to you, do you even so to them; d n2 r-crq pn22 vmd d n2 vmd vdi p-acp pn22, vdb pn22 av av p-acp pno32; (9) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 16
1368 telling them, that this is the Law, and the Prophets. We may add, This is the Gospel likewise. telling them, that this is the Law, and the prophets. We may add, This is the Gospel likewise. vvg pno32, cst d vbz dt n1, cc dt n2. pns12 vmb vvi, d vbz dt n1 av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 325 Page 16
1369 For if we should run through the whole New Testament, we should find no Precepts more plainly, For if we should run through the Whole New Testament, we should find no Precepts more plainly, c-acp cs pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt j-jn j n1, pns12 vmd vvi dx n2 av-dc av-j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 16
1370 or more plentifully dispers'd throughout every Book of it, than those which require the strictest Truth, the most exact Justice, or more plentifully dispersed throughout every Book of it, than those which require the Strictest Truth, the most exact justice, cc av-dc av-j vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f pn31, cs d r-crq vvb dt js n1, dt av-ds j n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 16
1371 and the most enlarged Charity of all kinds. and the most enlarged Charity of all Kinds. cc dt av-ds vvn n1 pp-f d n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 16
1372 There we are particularly instructed how to carry it to each other, in all the variety of Conditions and Circumstances of Humane Life, in every Relation and Capacity which we can be in; There we Are particularly instructed how to carry it to each other, in all the variety of Conditions and circumstances of Humane Life, in every Relation and Capacity which we can be in; a-acp pns12 vbr av-j vvn c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d n-jn, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 pp-f j n1, p-acp d n1 cc n1 r-crq pns12 vmb vbi p-acp; (9) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 16
1373 as Superiours, or Inferiours, or Equals; as in a private or in a publick Station; as Friends, or even towards those who will be without cause our Enemies; as Superiors, or Inferiors, or Equals; as in a private or in a public Station; as Friends, or even towards those who will be without cause our Enemies; c-acp n2-jn, cc n2-jn, cc vvz; c-acp p-acp dt j cc p-acp dt j n1; c-acp n2, cc av p-acp d r-crq vmb vbi p-acp n1 po12 n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 16
1374 in all which Instances, we are taught to behave our selves both inoffensively and usefully; doing no manner of Evil; in all which Instances, we Are taught to behave our selves both inoffensively and usefully; doing no manner of Evil; p-acp d r-crq n2, pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi po12 n2 av-d av-j cc av-j; vdg dx n1 pp-f j-jn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 16
1375 but all the Good that lyes in our Power. but all the Good that lies in our Power. cc-acp d dt j cst vvz p-acp po12 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 16
1376 And though I will not say that the Christian Institution hath herein impos'd upon us any thing new, any thing but what is truly natural, And though I will not say that the Christian Institution hath herein imposed upon us any thing new, any thing but what is truly natural, cc cs pns11 vmb xx vvi cst dt njp n1 vhz av vvn p-acp pno12 d n1 j, d n1 cc-acp q-crq vbz av-j j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 16
1377 and therefore reasonable, if all things be duly consider'd; and Therefore reasonable, if all things be duly considered; cc av j, cs d n2 vbb av-jn vvn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 16
1378 yet it must be own'd that it hath rais'd our Duty towards our Neighbour to an heighth, above what has been thought necessary under any other Institution whatsoever. yet it must be owned that it hath raised our Duty towards our Neighbour to an height, above what has been Thought necessary under any other Institution whatsoever. av pn31 vmb vbi j-vvn cst pn31 vhz vvn po12 n1 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq vhz vbn vvn j p-acp d j-jn n1 r-crq. (9) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 16
1379 For through Weakness or Prejudice, the generality of Mankind, even those of the wiser and better sort, For through Weakness or Prejudice, the generality of Mankind, even those of the Wiser and better sort, p-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, av d pp-f dt jc cc jc n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 16
1380 before the Revelation of the Gospel, did not discern the extent of our Obligation to some kinds of Charity, before the Revelation of the Gospel, did not discern the extent of our Obligation to Some Kinds of Charity, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vdd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 17
1381 as is evident in the Instances of bearing Affronts, forgiving Injuries, loving of Enemies, and doing Good for Evil, in which the Gospel is so very express, as is evident in the Instances of bearing Affronts, forgiving Injuries, loving of Enemies, and doing Good for Evil, in which the Gospel is so very express, c-acp vbz j p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvg vvz, j-vvg n2, vvg pp-f n2, cc vdg j p-acp n-jn, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz av av vvi, (9) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 17
1382 and of which we meet with so little said to the purpose, even by the greatest Moralists. and of which we meet with so little said to the purpose, even by the greatest Moralists. cc pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp av av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, av p-acp dt js n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 17
1383 Nay, even the Jewish Law it self, though given by God, yet did not so expresly declare his Will, in these Instances, Nay, even the Jewish Law it self, though given by God, yet did not so expressly declare his Will, in these Instances, uh-x, av dt jp n1 pn31 n1, cs vvn p-acp np1, av vdd xx av av-j vvi po31 n1, p-acp d n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 17
1384 as the more perfect Law of Christ hath done; as the more perfect Law of christ hath done; c-acp dt av-dc j n1 pp-f np1 vhz vdn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 17
1385 'tis certain the Jews had not that sense of their Duty in these cases, which our Saviour endeavour'd to give them. it's certain the jews had not that sense of their Duty in these cases, which our Saviour endeavoured to give them. pn31|vbz j dt np2 vhd xx d n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp d n2, r-crq po12 n1 vvd pc-acp vvi pno32. (9) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 17
1386 For thus the Divine Author of our Religion discourseth to them upon this Argument; For thus the Divine Author of our Religion discourseth to them upon this Argument; p-acp av dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 17
1387 Ye have heard that it hath been said, An Eye for an Eye, and a Tooth for a Tooth: 39, You have herd that it hath been said, an Eye for an Eye, and a Tooth for a Tooth: 39, pn22 vhb vvn cst pn31 vhz vbn vvn, dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1: crd, (9) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 17
1388 But I say unto you, that ye resist not evil. But I say unto you, that you resist not evil. cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vvb xx j-jn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 17
1389 Again, Ye have heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy Neighbour, and hate thine Enemy: Again, You have herd that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy Neighbour, and hate thine Enemy: av, pn22 vhb vvn cst pn31 vhz vbn vvn, pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1, cc vvb po21 n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 17
1390 But I say unto you, 44, Love your Enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, But I say unto you, 44, Love your Enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, crd, vvb po22 n2, vvb pno32 cst vvb pn22, vdb j p-acp pno32 cst vvb pn22, (9) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 17
1391 and pray for them which despitefully use you and persecute you: and pray for them which despitefully use you and persecute you: cc vvb p-acp pno32 r-crq av-j vvb pn22 cc vvi pn22: (9) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 17
1392 And all this, That ye may be the Children of your Father which is in Heaven; And all this, That you may be the Children of your Father which is in Heaven; cc d d, cst pn22 vmb vbi dt n2 pp-f po22 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 17
1393 for he maketh the Sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth Rain on the just and on the unjust. 48. Be ye therefore perfect (or merciful) even as your Father which is in Heaven is perfect. for he makes the Sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sends Rain on the just and on the unjust. 48. Be you Therefore perfect (or merciful) even as your Father which is in Heaven is perfect. c-acp pns31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn cc p-acp dt j, cc vvz n1 p-acp dt j cc a-acp dt j. crd vbb pn22 av j (cc j) av c-acp po22 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1 vbz j. (9) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 17
1394 Here is Charity rais'd to its just heigth, even to a resemblance of that which is in God himself, whom to imitate must needs be the Perfection of a reasonable Creature. Here is Charity raised to its just heighth, even to a resemblance of that which is in God himself, whom to imitate must needs be the Perfection of a reasonable Creature. av vbz n1 vvn p-acp po31 j n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vbz p-acp np1 px31, ro-crq pc-acp vvi vmb av vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 326 Page 17
1395 To conclude this Head, Let any one carefully read over the Writings of the Evangelists and the Apostles, To conclude this Head, Let any one carefully read over the Writings of the Evangelists and the Apostles, pc-acp vvi d n1, vvb d crd av-j vvn p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n2 cc dt n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 327 Page 17
1396 and he will find, that every particular Man is there taught to look upon himself as a Member of the universal Body of Men, and he will find, that every particular Man is there taught to look upon himself as a Member of the universal Body of Men, cc pns31 vmb vvi, cst d j n1 vbz a-acp vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 327 Page 18
1397 and as in the first place to make the Glory of God his ultimate end, and as in the First place to make the Glory of God his ultimate end, cc c-acp p-acp dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 po31 j n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 327 Page 18
1398 so next to that to aim at, and to promote as much as in him lyes, the Good of Mankind; so next to that to aim At, and to promote as much as in him lies, the Good of Mankind; av ord p-acp d pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d c-acp p-acp pno31 vvz, dt j pp-f n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 327 Page 18
1399 always to prefer the Publick Interest to his own Private Advantage; always to prefer the Public Interest to his own Private Advantage; av pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp po31 d j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 327 Page 18
1400 to entertain all possible Good-will, and to exercise all possible Kindness towards every Person of the same Kind and Nature with himself. to entertain all possible Goodwill, and to exercise all possible Kindness towards every Person of the same Kind and Nature with himself. pc-acp vvi d j j, cc pc-acp vvi d j n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt d j cc n1 p-acp px31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 327 Page 18
1401 All which Precepts so evidently tend to the benefit of the World, and the advantage of every particular Man, All which Precepts so evidently tend to the benefit of the World, and the advantage of every particular Man, av-d r-crq n2 av av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d j n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 327 Page 18
1402 as well as to the peculiar satisfaction and comfort of those who comply with them, that they must needs recommend the Institution which enjoins them; as well as to the peculiar satisfaction and Comfort of those who comply with them, that they must needs recommend the Institution which enjoins them; c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d r-crq vvi p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmb av vvi dt n1 r-crq vvz pno32; (9) sermon (DIV1) 327 Page 18
1403 as would appear to all the World beyond dispute, if we might once see them exemplified in a general Practice. as would appear to all the World beyond dispute, if we might once see them exemplified in a general Practice. c-acp vmd vvi p-acp d dt n1 p-acp n1, cs pns12 vmd a-acp vvi pno32 vvn p-acp dt j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 327 Page 18
1404 But to render this Argument compleat, I proceed to consider, But to render this Argument complete, I proceed to Consider, p-acp pc-acp vvi d n1 j, pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi, (9) sermon (DIV1) 327 Page 18
1405 3. The Rules which the Christian Revelation hath given us, with respect to the due government of our selves; 3. The Rules which the Christian Revelation hath given us, with respect to the due government of our selves; crd dt n2 r-crq dt np1 n1 vhz vvn pno12, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 18
1406 and if these likewise prove as reasonable and useful as the former, we shall have a farther confirmation of our Christian Faith. and if these likewise prove as reasonable and useful as the former, we shall have a farther confirmation of our Christian Faith. cc cs d av vvi p-acp j cc j c-acp dt j, pns12 vmb vhi dt jc n1 pp-f po12 np1 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 328 Page 18
1407 Now the sum of these is, that we should make it our daily care to improve our Spirits, Now the sum of these is, that we should make it our daily care to improve our Spirits, av dt n1 pp-f d vbz, cst pns12 vmd vvi pn31 po12 j n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 18
1408 and in order to that end should keep our Bodies in due subjection to them; and in order to that end should keep our Bodies in due subjection to them; cc p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 vmd vvi po12 n2 p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp pno32; (9) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 18
1409 that we should reduce our Appetites and Passions under the direction and government of Understanding and Reason; that we should reduce our Appetites and Passion under the direction and government of Understanding and Reason; cst pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 18
1410 that we should be modest and humble, as it becomes Creatures and Sinners; that we should be modest and humble, as it becomes Creatures and Sinners; cst pns12 vmd vbi j cc j, c-acp pn31 vvz n2 cc n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 18
1411 meek and patient, not apt to be discompos'd with Events which are out of our power to appoint, meek and patient, not apt to be discomposed with Events which Are out of our power to appoint, j cc j, xx j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2 r-crq vbr av pp-f po12 n1 pc-acp vvi, (9) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 18
1412 or to be dissatisfied, and very uneasie, under any Circumstances in which Providence shall think fit to place us; or to be dissatisfied, and very uneasy, under any circumstances in which Providence shall think fit to place us; cc pc-acp vbi vvn, cc av j, p-acp d n2 p-acp r-crq n1 vmb vvi j pc-acp vvi pno12; (9) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 19
1413 but to maintain a chearful, at least a contented temper of Spirit, in every state and condition of Life; but to maintain a cheerful, At least a contented temper of Spirit, in every state and condition of Life; cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt j, p-acp ds dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 19
1414 that we should be temperate and chast, as those who are sensible that our Perfection and Happiness doth not consist in sensual Enjoyments, that we should be temperate and chaste, as those who Are sensible that our Perfection and Happiness does not consist in sensual Enjoyments, cst pns12 vmd vbi j cc j, c-acp d r-crq vbr j cst po12 n1 cc n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp j n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 19
1415 but in those which are spiritual; but in those which Are spiritual; cc-acp p-acp d r-crq vbr j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 19
1416 that we should entirely abstain from all the unnatural and unlawful Pleasures of Sense, and should be moderate in the use of such as are natural and allowable; that we should entirely abstain from all the unnatural and unlawful Pleasures of Sense, and should be moderate in the use of such as Are natural and allowable; cst pns12 vmd av-j vvi p-acp d dt j cc j n2 pp-f n1, cc vmd vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d c-acp vbr j cc j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 19
1417 that we should eradicate all our corrupt Inclinations, resisting the first motions within us to Evil, that we should eradicate all our corrupt Inclinations, resisting the First motions within us to Evil, cst pns12 vmd vvi d po12 j n2, vvg dt ord n2 p-acp pno12 pc-acp j-jn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 19
1418 and never in the least allowing that desire, which it is unlawful to bring into act; and never in the least allowing that desire, which it is unlawful to bring into act; cc av-x p-acp dt ds vvg d n1, r-crq pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 19
1419 that we should disentangle and loosen our Affections from this lower World, and all its Enjoyments, that we should disentangle and loosen our Affections from this lower World, and all its Enjoyments, cst pns12 vmd vvi cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp d jc n1, cc d po31 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 19
1420 and raise them up by degrees to the things which are above, the Enjoyments of that superiour World for which we are principally design'd; and raise them up by Degrees to the things which Are above, the Enjoyments of that superior World for which we Are principally designed; cc vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp n2 p-acp dt n2 r-crq vbr a-acp, dt n2 pp-f d j-jn n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr av-jn vvn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 19
1421 that to this purpose we should frequently exercise our selves in acts of Self-denial and Mortification, by this means subduing our Flesh, that to this purpose we should frequently exercise our selves in acts of Self-denial and Mortification, by this means subduing our Flesh, cst p-acp d n1 pns12 vmd av-j vvi po12 n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp d n2 j-vvg po12 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 19
1422 and refining our Spirits, and so preparing and qualifying our selves for the Company, the Employments, and refining our Spirits, and so preparing and qualifying our selves for the Company, the Employments, cc vvg po12 n2, cc av vvg cc j-vvg po12 n2 p-acp dt n1, dt n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 19
1423 and the Pleasures of the Heavenly Regions. and the Pleasures of the Heavenly Regions. cc dt n2 pp-f dt j n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 329 Page 19
1424 All these are so evidently the Precepts of Christianity, with respect to the management of our selves, that whosoever is conversant in the Holy Scriptures must be sensible that they are so. All these Are so evidently the Precepts of Christianity, with respect to the management of our selves, that whosoever is conversant in the Holy Scriptures must be sensible that they Are so. d d vbr av av-j dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cst r-crq vbz j p-acp dt j n2 vmb vbi j cst pns32 vbr av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 19
1425 And indeed the Adversaries of our Religion are so far from denying it, that some of them, And indeed the Adversaries of our Religion Are so Far from denying it, that Some of them, cc av dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 vbr av av-j p-acp vvg pn31, cst d pp-f pno32, (9) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 19
1426 as I took notice, make it their grand Objection against the Christian Profession, that it obligeth all who adhere to it, to such strict Rules, which, as I took notice, make it their grand Objection against the Christian Profession, that it obliges all who adhere to it, to such strict Rules, which, c-acp pns11 vvd n1, vvb pn31 po32 j n1 p-acp dt njp n1, cst pn31 vvz d r-crq vvb p-acp pn31, p-acp d j n2, r-crq, (9) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 19
1427 as they imagine, are too severe for Humane Nature, restraining and confining it within too narrow bounds, as they imagine, Are too severe for Humane Nature, restraining and confining it within too narrow bounds, c-acp pns32 vvb, vbr av j p-acp j n1, vvg cc vvg pn31 a-acp av j n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 20
1428 and not permitting it to enjoy its natural and reasonable Liberty. and not permitting it to enjoy its natural and reasonable Liberty. cc xx vvg pn31 pc-acp vvi po31 j cc j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 20
1429 This they object in general against the Christian Precepts of Temperance and Chastity, especially of Self-denial and Mortification; This they Object in general against the Christian Precepts of Temperance and Chastity, especially of Self-denial and Mortification; d pns32 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp dt njp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, av-j pp-f n1 cc n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 20
1430 and I question not but this is at the bottom the most prevailing Reason, why in a loose and corrupt Age so many have gone over to the part of Infidelity, and I question not but this is At the bottom the most prevailing Reason, why in a lose and corrupt Age so many have gone over to the part of Infidelity, cc pns11 vvb xx p-acp d vbz p-acp dt n1 dt av-ds j-vvg n1, c-crq p-acp dt j cc j n1 av d vhb vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 20
1431 namely, because they cannot perswade themselves heartily to comply with the Rules, which they plainly see the Gospel lays down in these Instances, namely, Because they cannot persuade themselves heartily to comply with the Rules, which they plainly see the Gospel lays down in these Instances, av, c-acp pns32 vmbx vvi px32 av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2, r-crq pns32 av-j vvi dt n1 vvz a-acp p-acp d n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 20
1432 and therefore judge it to be more decent before the World, as well as more easie to themselves, to reject this Revelation at once, and Therefore judge it to be more decent before the World, as well as more easy to themselves, to reject this Revelation At once, cc av vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi av-dc j p-acp dt n1, c-acp av c-acp av-dc j p-acp px32, pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp a-acp, (9) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 20
1433 than to live in open contradiction to what they should profess to believe. than to live in open contradiction to what they should profess to believe. cs pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi. (9) sermon (DIV1) 330 Page 20
1434 There is one notorious Instance of this kind, which it may be proper here to take notice of, I mean the Christian Precepts which relate to Marriage, whereby one Man is restrain'd to one Woman, There is one notorious Instance of this kind, which it may be proper Here to take notice of, I mean the Christian Precepts which relate to Marriage, whereby one Man is restrained to one Woman, pc-acp vbz pi j n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq pn31 vmb vbi j av pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f, pns11 vvb dt njp n2 r-crq vvb p-acp n1, c-crq crd n1 vbz vvn p-acp crd n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 331 Page 20
1435 and these two join'd together in so strict an Union, that it may not be allow'd to either of them to forsake the other upon any Reason, and these two joined together in so strict an union, that it may not be allowed to either of them to forsake the other upon any Reason, cc d crd vvn av p-acp av j dt n1, cst pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp d pp-f pno32 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn p-acp d n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 331 Page 20
1436 but the Violation of Conjugal Faith. This some Men esteem a great Hardship; but the Violation of Conjugal Faith. This Some Men esteem a great Hardship; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1. d d n2 vvb dt j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 331 Page 20
1437 or, to speak in the Language of a Prophet of their own, a cursed confinement, pronouncing boldly that Polygamy was no Sin, till it had the hard fortune to be made so, at the very same time when Priest-craft began. But I think it no hard matter to give a full Answer to this whole Objection. or, to speak in the Language of a Prophet of their own, a cursed confinement, pronouncing boldly that Polygamy was no since, till it had the hard fortune to be made so, At the very same time when Priestcraft began. But I think it no hard matter to give a full Answer to this Whole Objection. cc, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 d, dt j-vvn n1, vvg av-j cst n1 vbds dx n1, p-acp pn31 vhd dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av, p-acp dt j d n1 c-crq n1 vvd. cc-acp pns11 vvb pn31 dx j n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp d j-jn n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 331 Page 20
1438 As to the Christian Precepts of Temperance and Chastity in general, I doubt not to affirm, that they are really for the Good of Mankind even in this Life, As to the Christian Precepts of Temperance and Chastity in general, I doubt not to affirm, that they Are really for the Good of Mankind even in this Life, c-acp p-acp dt njp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi, cst pns32 vbr av-j p-acp dt j pp-f n1 av p-acp d n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 332 Page 21
1439 as well as in order to the next, Experience sufficiently testifying, how much they conduce to the Health and Vigour of the Body, as well as in order to the next, Experience sufficiently testifying, how much they conduce to the Health and Vigour of the Body, c-acp av c-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt ord, vvb av-j vvg, c-crq d pns32 vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 332 Page 21
1440 as well as the Ease and Satisfaction of the Mind, insomuch that a Wise Man, as well as the Ease and Satisfaction of the Mind, insomuch that a Wise Man, c-acp av c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, av cst dt j n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 332 Page 21
1441 if he loves Life, and would see good Days, would chuse to be managed by them as convenient Rules of Life, if he loves Life, and would see good Days, would choose to be managed by them as convenient Rules of Life, cs pns31 vvz n1, cc vmd vvi j n2, vmd vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 332 Page 21
1442 although they were not back'd by any Divine Authority. although they were not backed by any Divine authority. cs pns32 vbdr xx vvn p-acp d j-jn n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 332 Page 21
1443 As to the exercises of Self-denial and Mortification, which we find so frequently enjoin'd us by the Gospel, these also must be own'd to be sometimes absolutely necessary, very often highly expedient in this present state, in order to the rendering us Masters of our selves. As to the exercises of Self-denial and Mortification, which we find so frequently enjoined us by the Gospel, these also must be owned to be sometime absolutely necessary, very often highly expedient in this present state, in order to the rendering us Masters of our selves. c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq pns12 vvb av av-j vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1, d av vmb vbi j-vvn pc-acp vbi av av-j j, av av av-j j p-acp d j n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg pno12 n2 pp-f po12 n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 333 Page 21
1444 For considering the violence of some Mens Appetites and Passions, which they have rais'd to an exorbitant degree by long indulgence, it will be impossible for them ever to keep them within tolerable bounds, without offering some Violence the other way. For considering the violence of Some Men's Appetites and Passion, which they have raised to an exorbitant degree by long indulgence, it will be impossible for them ever to keep them within tolerable bounds, without offering Some Violence the other Way. p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f d ng2 n2 cc n2, r-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp j n1, pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp pno32 av pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp j n2, p-acp vvg d n1 dt j-jn n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 333 Page 21
1445 And therefore the best Moralists amongst the Pagans, do in the main agree with Christianity in this Point, making it the part of a wise and good Man, to govern his Appetites and Passions, And Therefore the best Moralists among the Pagans, do in the main agree with Christianity in this Point, making it the part of a wise and good Man, to govern his Appetites and Passion, cc av dt js n2 p-acp dt n2-jn, vdb p-acp dt n1 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, vvg pn31 dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n2 cc n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 333 Page 21
1446 and to use all fit and proper means to that end, placing the very essence of Virtue in so doing. and to use all fit and proper means to that end, placing the very essence of Virtue in so doing. cc pc-acp vvi d j cc j n2 p-acp d n1, vvg dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp av vdg. (9) sermon (DIV1) 333 Page 21
1447 And if the Christian Institution hath carried this matter farther, or press'd it closer, than the Moralists have ordinarily done, And if the Christian Institution hath carried this matter farther, or pressed it closer, than the Moralists have ordinarily done, cc cs dt njp n1 vhz vvn d n1 av-jc, cc vvd pn31 av-jc, cs dt n2 vhb av-j vdn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 21
1448 if it speaks of crucifying the Flesh with the Affections and Lusts, of cutting off a right-hand, and plucking out a right-eye, of being dead to the World and its Enjoyments, in fine, not only of denying our selves in general, if it speaks of crucifying the Flesh with the Affections and Lustiest, of cutting off a right-hand, and plucking out a Right-eye, of being dead to the World and its Enjoyments, in fine, not only of denying our selves in general, cs pn31 vvz pp-f vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2, pp-f vvg a-acp dt j, cc vvg av dt n1, pp-f vbg j p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n2, p-acp j, xx av-j pp-f vvg po12 n2 p-acp n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 21
1449 but of taking up our Cross, and following our Lord, if it insists frequently and with some vehemency upon these Subjects; but of taking up our Cross, and following our Lord, if it insists frequently and with Some vehemency upon these Subject's; cc-acp pp-f vvg a-acp po12 n1, cc vvg po12 n1, cs pn31 vvz av-j cc p-acp d n1 p-acp d n2-jn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 21
1450 it still justifies it self fully, by founding these Practices upon such Principles, as will thorowly support them. it still Justifies it self Fully, by founding these Practices upon such Principles, as will thoroughly support them. pn31 av vvz pn31 n1 av-j, p-acp vvg d n2 p-acp d n2, c-acp vmb av-j vvi pno32. (9) sermon (DIV1) 334 Page 22
1451 For it proceeds upon such suppositions as these following, viz. That the Soul of Man is undoubtedly immortal; For it proceeds upon such suppositions as these following, viz. That the Soul of Man is undoubtedly immortal; p-acp pn31 vvz p-acp d n2 c-acp d vvg, n1 cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-j j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 22
1452 that there will be certainly another Life infinitely more considerable than this is; that this is our state of tryal, in which we are to be train'd up, that there will be Certainly Another Life infinitely more considerable than this is; that this is our state of trial, in which we Are to be trained up, cst a-acp vmb vbi av-j j-jn n1 av-j av-dc j cs d vbz; cst d vbz po12 n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp, (9) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 22
1453 and fitted by degrees for that state to which we are passing; and fitted by Degrees for that state to which we Are passing; cc vvn p-acp n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr vvg; (9) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 22
1454 that the true way of preparing for the Future Life, is by improving our Spirits, subduing our Flesh, that the true Way of preparing for the Future Life, is by improving our Spirits, subduing our Flesh, cst dt j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1, vbz p-acp vvg po12 n2, j-vvg po12 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 22
1455 and loosening our selves from this vain World; and loosening our selves from this vain World; cc vvg po12 n2 p-acp d j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 22
1456 that we shall be fully recompenc'd hereafter for whatsoever pains it may cost us in thus managing and disciplining our selves here; that we shall be Fully recompensed hereafter for whatsoever pains it may cost us in thus managing and disciplining our selves Here; cst pns12 vmb vbi av-j vvn av p-acp r-crq n2 pn31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp av vvg cc vvg po12 n2 av; (9) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 22
1457 that it is profitable for us, that one of our Members should perish, and not that our whole Body should be cast into Hell; that it is profitable for us, that one of our Members should perish, and not that our Whole Body should be cast into Hell; cst pn31 vbz j p-acp pno12, d pi pp-f po12 n2 vmd vvi, cc xx cst po12 j-jn n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 22
1458 that as on the one hand, it cannot in the least profit a Man, though he should gain the whole World, and lose his own Soul; that as on the one hand, it cannot in the least profit a Man, though he should gain the Whole World, and loose his own Soul; cst a-acp p-acp dt crd n1, pn31 vmbx p-acp dt ds vvb dt n1, cs pns31 vmd vvi dt j-jn n1, cc vvi po31 d n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 22
1459 so on the other hand, Whosoever shall have forsaken Houses, or Brethren, or Sisters, or Father, so on the other hand, Whosoever shall have forsaken Houses, or Brothers, or Sisters, or Father, av p-acp dt j-jn n1, r-crq vmb vhi vvn n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 22
1460 or Mother, or Wife, or Children, or Lands, for Christ's sake, shall inherit everlasting Life; or Mother, or Wife, or Children, or Lands, for Christ's sake, shall inherit everlasting Life; cc n1, cc n1, cc n2, cc n2, p-acp npg1 n1, vmb vvi j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 22
1461 that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compar'd with the Glory which shall be reveal'd; that the sufferings of this present time Are not worthy to be compared with the Glory which shall be revealed; cst dt n2 pp-f d j n1 vbr xx j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq vmb vbi vvn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 22
1462 and to add no more, that according to our Difficulties, such also shall be the Assistance we shall receive from Heaven; and to add no more, that according to our Difficulties, such also shall be the Assistance we shall receive from Heaven; cc pc-acp vvi av-dx av-dc, cst vvg p-acp po12 n2, d av vmb vbi dt n1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 22
1463 that God is faithful, and will not suffer us to be tempted above that we are able; that God is faithful, and will not suffer us to be tempted above that we Are able; cst np1 vbz j, cc vmb xx vvi pno12 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp cst pns12 vbr j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 22
1464 but will with the Temptation also make a way to escape, that we may be able to bear it; but will with the Temptation also make a Way to escape, that we may be able to bear it; cc-acp vmb p-acp dt n1 av vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cst pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31; (9) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 22
1465 that his Grace is sufficient for us, and his Strength will be made perfect in our Weakness. Now these things being taken for granted, I dare appeal even to the Adversaries of our Religion themselves, to judge whether any thing can be more reasonable, that his Grace is sufficient for us, and his Strength will be made perfect in our Weakness. Now these things being taken for granted, I Dare appeal even to the Adversaries of our Religion themselves, to judge whither any thing can be more reasonable, cst po31 n1 vbz j p-acp pno12, cc po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp po12 n1. av d n2 vbg vvn p-acp vvn, pns11 vvb vvi av p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 px32, pc-acp vvi cs d n1 vmb vbi av-dc j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 23
1466 than to comply with the Rules and Precepts which the Christian Institution hath given us, in the Instances I am now upon. than to comply with the Rules and Precepts which the Christian Institution hath given us, in the Instances I am now upon. cs pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 r-crq dt np1 n1 vhz vvn pno12, p-acp dt n2 pns11 vbm av p-acp. (9) sermon (DIV1) 335 Page 23
1467 As to that part of the Objection, which more particularly relates to Marriage, a plain Answer may likewise be given to it, upon the Principles of Christianity. As to that part of the Objection, which more particularly relates to Marriage, a plain Answer may likewise be given to it, upon the Principles of Christianity. c-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq av-dc av-j vvz p-acp n1, dt j n1 vmb av vbi vvn p-acp pn31, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 336 Page 23
1468 For supposing the History of our first Parents being form'd, and join'd together by God himself, For supposing the History of our First Parents being formed, and joined together by God himself, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f po12 ord n2 vbg vvn, cc vvd av p-acp np1 px31, (9) sermon (DIV1) 336 Page 23
1469 as Moses relates it, to be true, which the Christian Revelation takes for granted, we have a plain Argument, that our Maker from the beginning design'd and appointed all that the Gospel requires in this Instance. as Moses relates it, to be true, which the Christian Revelation Takes for granted, we have a plain Argument, that our Maker from the beginning designed and appointed all that the Gospel requires in this Instance. c-acp np1 vvz pn31, pc-acp vbi j, r-crq dt njp n1 vvz p-acp vvn, pns12 vhb dt j n1, cst po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn cc vvn d cst dt n1 vvz p-acp d n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 336 Page 23
1470 Our Saviour urgeth this Argument in the case of Divorce, when the Pharisees ask'd him, Whether it were lawful for a Man to put away his Wife for every cause; Our Saviour urges this Argument in the case of Divorce, when the Pharisees asked him, Whither it were lawful for a Man to put away his Wife for every cause; po12 n1 vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq dt np1 vvd pno31, cs pn31 vbdr j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi av po31 n1 p-acp d n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 336 Page 23
1471 He immediately referr'd them to the primitive Institution of Marriage, which may as well be urg'd against Polygamy, as against causeless Divorce. Have ye not read, saith he, that he who made them at the beginning, made them male and female; He immediately referred them to the primitive Institution of Marriage, which may as well be urged against Polygamy, as against causeless Divorce. Have you not read, Says he, that he who made them At the beginning, made them male and female; pns31 av-j vvn pno32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vmb c-acp av vbi vvn p-acp n1, a-acp p-acp j n1. vhb pn22 xx vvi, vvz pns31, cst pns31 r-crq vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1, vvd pno32 j-jn cc n-jn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 336 Page 23
1472 and said, For this cause shall a Man leave Father and Mother, and shall cleave to his Wife, and said, For this cause shall a Man leave Father and Mother, and shall cleave to his Wife, cc vvd, p-acp d n1 vmb dt n1 vvb n1 cc n1, cc vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 336 Page 23
1473 and they twain shall be one flesh. Wherefore they are no more twain; but one flesh. Thus the Argument runs; and they twain shall be one Flesh. Wherefore they Are no more twain; but one Flesh. Thus the Argument runs; cc pns32 crd vmb vbi crd n1. c-crq pns32 vbr av-dx av-dc crd; cc-acp crd n1. av dt n1 vvz; (9) sermon (DIV1) 336 Page 23
1474 God at the first made one Man, and one Woman, and he himself join'd them together in so strict an Union, God At the First made one Man, and one Woman, and he himself joined them together in so strict an union, np1 p-acp dt ord vvd crd n1, cc crd n1, cc pns31 px31 vvd pno32 av p-acp av j dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 336 Page 23
1475 as to declare them thence-forward to be but one. Why did he make no more Wives for Adam, than one; but that he intended it as a Pattern to all Posterity? And why did he so expresly declare the strict Union of these two; as to declare them thenceforward to be but one. Why did he make no more Wives for Adam, than one; but that he intended it as a Pattern to all Posterity? And why did he so expressly declare the strict union of these two; c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 j pc-acp vbi p-acp crd. q-crq vdd pns31 vvi dx dc n2 p-acp np1, cs crd; p-acp cst pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1? cc q-crq vdd pns31 av av-j vvi dt j n1 pp-f d crd; (9) sermon (DIV1) 336 Page 23
1476 but in order to the preventing either the taking in a third, or the causeless separation of these? but in order to the preventing either the taking in a third, or the causeless separation of these? cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg d dt vvg p-acp dt ord, cc dt j n1 pp-f d? (9) sermon (DIV1) 336 Page 24
1477 And therefore 'tis remarkable, that Lamech, of the Posterity of Cain, is the first Man taken notice of as a Polygamist, it being said of him as a thing observable, because singular, that he took unto him two Wives. And Therefore it's remarkable, that Lamech, of the Posterity of Cain, is the First Man taken notice of as a Polygamist, it being said of him as a thing observable, Because singular, that he took unto him two Wives. cc av pn31|vbz j, cst vvb, pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz dt ord n1 vvn n1 pp-f p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbg vvn pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n1 j, c-acp j, cst pns31 vvd p-acp pno31 crd n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 24
1478 Neither is it unlikely, that this was the beginning of degeneracy in the Family of Seth likewise, which seems to be intimated in that passage of Moses, The Sons of God saw the Daughters of Men, that they were fair, Neither is it unlikely, that this was the beginning of degeneracy in the Family of Seth likewise, which seems to be intimated in that passage of Moses, The Sons of God saw the Daughters of Men, that they were fair, d vbz pn31 j, cst d vbds dt n-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av, r-crq vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd dt n2 pp-f n2, cst pns32 vbdr j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 24
1479 and they took them Wives of all which they chose. and they took them Wives of all which they chosen. cc pns32 vvd pno32 n2 pp-f d r-crq pns32 vvd. (9) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 24
1480 The Posterity of Seth, who had hitherto been worshippers of the true God, and adher'd to his Institutions, The Posterity of Seth, who had hitherto been worshippers of the true God, and adhered to his Institutions, dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vhd av vbn n2 pp-f dt j np1, cc vvn p-acp po31 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 24
1481 now broke loose, and join'd themselves in affinity with the Posterity of Cain, chusing them Wives as their humour and fancy led them, now broke lose, and joined themselves in affinity with the Posterity of Cain, choosing them Wives as their humour and fancy led them, av vvd j, cc vvd px32 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg pno32 n2 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 vvd pno32, (9) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 24
1482 for their Beauty, not their Virtue, and probably more than one, forsaking in this, as well as in other Instances the ancient Rule; for their Beauty, not their Virtue, and probably more than one, forsaking in this, as well as in other Instances the ancient Rule; c-acp po32 n1, xx po32 n1, cc av-j av-dc cs crd, vvg p-acp d, c-acp av c-acp p-acp j-jn n2 dt j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 24
1483 upon which immediately follows a farther account of their degeneracy into all manner of wickedness. upon which immediately follows a farther account of their degeneracy into all manner of wickedness. p-acp r-crq av-j vvz dt jc n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 337 Page 24
1484 And hence we may learn the true Reason, why Polygamy prevail'd so generally throughout the World; And hence we may Learn the true Reason, why Polygamy prevailed so generally throughout the World; cc av pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1, q-crq n1 vvd av av-j p-acp dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 24
1485 namely, because the generality of Mankind were unacquainted with this ancient History of Moses; and the Tradition of the Primitive Institution of Marriage, was soon lost after the Flood. namely, Because the generality of Mankind were unacquainted with this ancient History of Moses; and the Tradition of the Primitive Institution of Marriage, was soon lost After the Flood. av, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbdr j p-acp d j n1 pp-f np1; cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1, vbds av vvn p-acp dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 24
1486 The Jews indeed had it in their sacred Records, transmitted from Moses; but they did not thorowly consider it; The jews indeed had it in their sacred Records, transmitted from Moses; but they did not thoroughly Consider it; dt np2 av vhd pn31 p-acp po32 j n2, vvn p-acp np1; p-acp pns32 vdd xx av-j vvi pn31; (9) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 24
1487 and Moses on account of the hardness of their Hearts, their untractableness that is, and utter indisposition to comply with the Design and Law of God in Nature, did not particularly insist upon it. and Moses on account of the hardness of their Hearts, their Untractableness that is, and utter indisposition to comply with the Design and Law of God in Nature, did not particularly insist upon it. cc np1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, po32 n1 cst vbz, cc j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, vdd xx av-j vvi p-acp pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 24
1488 Tho' after all, the Prophet Malachi seems to refer them to the Pattern of Marriage in Paradice, Though After all, the Prophet Malachi seems to refer them to the Pattern of Marriage in Paradise, cs p-acp d, dt n1 np1 vvz pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 25
1489 when he accuses them of being unfaithful to the Conjugal Vow; Did not he make one, saith he, yet had he the residue of the Spirit: when he accuses them of being unfaithful to the Conjugal Voelli; Did not he make one, Says he, yet had he the residue of the Spirit: c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 pp-f vbg j p-acp dt j vvb; vdd xx pns31 vvi pi, vvz pns31, av vhd pns31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 25
1490 and wherefore one? that he might seek a godly seed. and Wherefore one? that he might seek a godly seed. cc c-crq pi? cst pns31 vmd vvi dt j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 25
1491 Therefore take heed to your Spirit, and let none deal treacherously against the Wife of his youth. Therefore take heed to your Spirit, and let none deal treacherously against the Wife of his youth. av vvb n1 p-acp po22 n1, cc vvb pix vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 25
1492 This, after all the Interpretations of the Hebrew Text, seems the most natural and easie one, This, After all the Interpretations of the Hebrew Text, seems the most natural and easy one, d, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt njp n1, vvz dt av-ds j cc j pi, (9) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 25
1493 and accordingly to contain this plain sense; and accordingly to contain this plain sense; cc av-vvg pc-acp vvi d j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 25
1494 That God, who could as easily have made more Wives for Adam, yet gave him but One, that their mutual Affection and Care of their Off-spring might be the greater; That God, who could as Easily have made more Wives for Adam, yet gave him but One, that their mutual Affection and Care of their Offspring might be the greater; cst np1, r-crq vmd c-acp av-j vhb vvn dc n2 p-acp np1, av vvd pno31 p-acp crd, cst po32 j n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1 vmd vbi dt jc; (9) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 25
1495 and that he design'd this as a Pattern for Posterity. and that he designed this as a Pattern for Posterity. cc cst pns31 vvd d p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 338 Page 25
1496 But however that may be, our Blessed Saviour, who came to fulfil the Law, by giving it its true sense and full scope, reviv'd this Sacred Institution, But however that may be, our Blessed Saviour, who Come to fulfil the Law, by giving it its true sense and full scope, revived this Sacred Institution, p-acp c-acp d vmb vbi, po12 j-vvn n1, r-crq vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp vvg pn31 vbz j n1 cc j n1, vvd d j n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 339 Page 25
1497 and reduc'd it to what it was from the beginning, obliging his Disciples thence-forward to comply with it. and reduced it to what it was from the beginning, obliging his Disciples thenceforward to comply with it. cc vvd pn31 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1, vvg po31 n2 j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 339 Page 25
1498 And indeed there is another plain Intimation of the Divine Pleasure concerning this matter, and that is the near Equality of the number of Males and Females born into the World, according to the best Observations that have been made, the advantage, (tho' not great) being on the side of the Males; And indeed there is Another plain Intimation of the Divine Pleasure Concerning this matter, and that is the near Equality of the number of Males and Females born into the World, according to the best Observations that have been made, the advantage, (though not great) being on the side of the Males; cc av pc-acp vbz j-jn j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vvg d n1, cc d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n2-jn vvn p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp dt js n2 cst vhb vbn vvn, dt n1, (cs xx j) vbg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2-jn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 25
1499 which being a meer act of Providence, a matter that can be order'd by no other than Divine Appointment, seems a standing Declaration of the Will of God against Polygamy, which being a mere act of Providence, a matter that can be ordered by no other than Divine Appointment, seems a standing Declaration of the Will of God against Polygamy, r-crq vbg dt j n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp dx j-jn av j-jn n1, vvz dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 25
1500 and a confirmation of the Primitive Institution, as interpreted and urg'd by our Lord. and a confirmation of the Primitive Institution, as interpreted and urged by our Lord. cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-acp vvn cc vvn p-acp po12 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 340 Page 25
1501 Besides all this, let but any Man weigh impartially, how much it conduces to the Felicity of Humane Life, that this Institution, both with respect to a single and indissoluble Marriage, should be observ'd, he will need no farther Argument to convince him. Beside all this, let but any Man weigh impartially, how much it conduces to the Felicity of Humane Life, that this Institution, both with respect to a single and indissoluble Marriage, should be observed, he will need no farther Argument to convince him. p-acp d d, vvb p-acp d n1 vvi av-j, c-crq av-d pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cst d n1, av-d p-acp n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1, vmd vbi vvn, pns31 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc n1 pc-acp vvi pno31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 341 Page 26
1502 Nothing certainly can equally contribute to that entire Friendship and Confidence, which ought to be between a Man and his Wife, Nothing Certainly can equally contribute to that entire Friendship and Confidence, which ought to be between a Man and his Wife, np1 av-j vmb av-jn vvi p-acp d j n1 cc n1, r-crq vmd pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 341 Page 26
1503 and the Comfort and Satisfaction which follows from thence, nothing so much to the careful and wise Education of their Off-spring, nothing so much to the Peace and good Order of the whole Family, and the Comfort and Satisfaction which follows from thence, nothing so much to the careful and wise Education of their Offspring, nothing so much to the Peace and good Order of the Whole Family, cc dt n1 cc n1 r-crq vvz p-acp av, pix av av-d p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f po32 n1, pix av av-d p-acp dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 341 Page 26
1504 and consequently nothing so much to the Welfare of the Publick, which is begun in and founded upon that of each Family in particular. To conclude this whole Argument. and consequently nothing so much to the Welfare of the Public, which is begun in and founded upon that of each Family in particular. To conclude this Whole Argument. cc av-j pix av av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp cc vvn p-acp d pp-f d n1 p-acp j. pc-acp vvi d j-jn n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 341 Page 26
1505 There is no Precept which the Gospel gives us relating to the good government of our selves, There is no Precept which the Gospel gives us relating to the good government of our selves, pc-acp vbz dx n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz pno12 vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 342 Page 26
1506 but what is either apparently reasonable at the first view, or must necessarily appear so, as soon as ever the Suppositions and Principles of Christianity are taken in and consider'd. but what is either apparently reasonable At the First view, or must necessarily appear so, as soon as ever the Suppositions and Principles of Christianity Are taken in and considered. cc-acp q-crq vbz av-d av-j j p-acp dt ord n1, cc vmb av-j vvi av, c-acp av c-acp av dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn p-acp cc vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 342 Page 26
1507 Doth it, for Instance, require a greater degree of Humility, Meekness, Contentedness and Patience, than other Institutions of Religion, Does it, for Instance, require a greater degree of Humility, Meekness, Contentedness and Patience, than other Institutions of Religion, vdz pn31, p-acp n1, vvb dt jc n1 pp-f n1, n1, n1 cc n1, cs j-jn n2 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 26
1508 or than meer Philosophy hath done? 'Tis because at the same time it makes us more thorowly sensible of our own meanness and vileness; or than mere Philosophy hath done? It's Because At the same time it makes us more thoroughly sensible of our own meanness and vileness; cc cs j n1 vhz vdn? pn31|vbz p-acp p-acp dt d n1 pn31 vvz pno12 dc av-j j pp-f po12 d n1 cc n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 26
1509 because it more fully represents to us the vast difference between this Life and that which is to come; Because it more Fully represents to us the vast difference between this Life and that which is to come; c-acp pn31 av-dc av-j vvz p-acp pno12 dt j n1 p-acp d n1 cc cst r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi; (9) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 26
1510 because it more undoubtedly assures us of our entire dependance on the Divine Providence, and the certain and particular care it takes of us. Because it more undoubtedly assures us of our entire dependence on the Divine Providence, and the certain and particular care it Takes of us. c-acp pn31 av-dc av-j vvz pno12 pp-f po12 j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc dt j cc j n1 pn31 vvz pp-f pno12. (9) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 26
1511 Doth it again carry its Rules of Temperance and Chastity, of Self-denial and Mortification, to a greater height? 'Tis because it more effectually convinceth us, that our Happiness consists in Spiritual Improvements and Entertainments, Does it again carry its Rules of Temperance and Chastity, of Self-denial and Mortification, to a greater height? It's Because it more effectually Convinces us, that our Happiness consists in Spiritual Improvements and Entertainments, vdz pn31 av vvi po31 n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp dt jc n1? pn31|vbz c-acp pn31 av-dc av-j vvz pno12, cst po12 n1 vvz p-acp j n2 cc n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 26
1512 and more plainly sets in our view the Pleasures and Enjoyments of the Future Life. and more plainly sets in our view the Pleasures and Enjoyments of the Future Life. cc av-dc av-j vvz p-acp po12 n1 dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 27
1513 Doth it finally lay a greater Restraint with respect to the Conjugal Bed, than the generality of Mankind have hitherto apprehended necessary or expedient? 'Tis because it hath given a fuller account of the Designation of our Creator in this Instance, Does it finally lay a greater Restraint with respect to the Conjugal Bed, than the generality of Mankind have hitherto apprehended necessary or expedient? It's Because it hath given a fuller account of the Designation of our Creator in this Instance, vdz pn31 av-j vvd dt jc n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1, cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vhb av vvn j cc j? pn31|vbz c-acp pn31 vhz vvn dt jc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp d n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 27
1514 and because moreover it designs, whilst we are passing through this State, to prepare us for another, in which we shall neither marry, nor be given in Marriage, and Because moreover it designs, while we Are passing through this State, to prepare us for Another, in which we shall neither marry, nor be given in Marriage, cc c-acp av pn31 n2, cs pns12 vbr vvg p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n-jn, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb av-dx vvi, ccx vbi vvn p-acp n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 27
1515 but be as the Angels of God. but be as the Angels of God. cc-acp vbi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 27
1516 So that the true Reason why any Man objects against these Precepts must be, because he considers things by halves, So that the true Reason why any Man objects against these Precepts must be, Because he considers things by halves, av cst dt j n1 c-crq d n1 n2 p-acp d n2 vmb vbi, c-acp pns31 vvz n2 p-acp n2-jn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 27
1517 and does not take in the whole Scheme of Christianity at once. and does not take in the Whole Scheme of Christianity At once. cc vdz xx vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp a-acp. (9) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 27
1518 If we would but join its Principles and its Precepts together, we should be forc'd to acknowledge that all its Precepts, If we would but join its Principles and its Precepts together, we should be forced to acknowledge that all its Precepts, cs pns12 vmd cc-acp vvi po31 n2 cc po31 n2 av, pns12 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi cst d po31 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 27
1519 whether relating to God, our Neighbour, or our selves, are holy, just, and good, reasonable in their own Nature, fit for us in our present Circumstances, apparently conducive to the Good of Mankind in general, whither relating to God, our Neighbour, or our selves, Are holy, just, and good, reasonable in their own Nature, fit for us in our present circumstances, apparently conducive to the Good of Mankind in general, cs vvg p-acp np1, po12 n1, cc po12 n2, vbr j, j, cc j, j p-acp po32 d n1, j p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 j n2, av-j j p-acp dt j pp-f n1 p-acp n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 27
1520 as well as to the Benefit and Satisfaction of every particular Man, both in this Life, as well as to the Benefit and Satisfaction of every particular Man, both in this Life, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n1, av-d p-acp d n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 27
1521 and in order to that which is to come. and in order to that which is to come. cc p-acp n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi. (9) sermon (DIV1) 343 Page 27
1522 May we, who profess to own their Authority, take care also to make them the standing Rules of our Tempers and our Practices. May we, who profess to own their authority, take care also to make them the standing Rules of our Tempers and our Practices. vmb pns12, r-crq vvb p-acp d po32 n1, vvb n1 av pc-acp vvi pno32 dt j-vvg n2 pp-f po12 n2 cc po12 n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 344 Page 27
1523 So shall we resemble our great Lord and Master, whose Life, as it was a Pattern for our Instruction and Imitation, will fall next under Consideration; So shall we resemble our great Lord and Master, whose Life, as it was a Pattern for our Instruction and Imitation, will fallen next under Consideration; av vmb pns12 vvi po12 j n1 cc n1, rg-crq n1, c-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, vmb vvi ord p-acp n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 344 Page 27
1524 and by this means also we shall most effectually recommend our holy Profession to Unbelievers, forcing them, upon observing the good Fruits of it, to confess, to the Honour of God and our Mediator, that This is a faithful saying, &c. FINIS. and by this means also we shall most effectually recommend our holy Profession to Unbelievers, forcing them, upon observing the good Fruits of it, to confess, to the Honour of God and our Mediator, that This is a faithful saying, etc. FINIS. cc p-acp d n2 av pns12 vmb av-ds av-j vvb po12 j n1 p-acp n2, vvg pno32, p-acp vvg dt j n2 pp-f pn31, pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po12 n1, cst d vbz dt j n-vvg, av fw-la. (9) sermon (DIV1) 344 Page 27
1525 1 TIM. 1.15. 1 TIM. 1.15. crd n1. crd. (10) sermon (DIV1) 344 Page 1
1526 This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the World to save Sinners, — This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that christ jesus Come into the World to save Sinners, — d vbz dt j n-vvg, cc j pp-f d n1, cst np1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2, — (10) sermon (DIV1) 345 Page 1
1527 IN my former Lectures upon these Words, I have made it my business to shew, that the Saying here recommended by the Apostle, carries with it an intrinsick Evidence; IN my former Lectures upon these Words, I have made it my business to show, that the Saying Here recommended by the Apostle, carries with it an intrinsic Evidence; p-acp po11 j n2 p-acp d n2, pns11 vhb vvn pn31 po11 n1 pc-acp vvi, cst dt vvg av vvn p-acp dt n1, vvz p-acp pn31 dt j n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 1
1528 the Method, in which our Lord Jesus Christ hath undertaken the Salvation of Sinners, being suited to the most just and reasonable Apprehensions of Mankind. the Method, in which our Lord jesus christ hath undertaken the Salvation of Sinners, being suited to the most just and reasonable Apprehensions of Mankind. dt n1, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 np1 np1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f n2, vbg vvn p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n2 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 1
1529 He took upon him the Office of a Mediator between God and Men, in the execution of which Office, He took upon him the Office of a Mediator between God and Men, in the execution of which Office, pns31 vvd p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 cc n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 1
1530 and in order to the reconciling Men to God, it was requisite, as I have observ'd, that amongst other things he should perfectly instruct Men in the Knowledge of God, and in order to the reconciling Men to God, it was requisite, as I have observed, that among other things he should perfectly instruct Men in the Knowledge of God, cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg n2 p-acp np1, pn31 vbds j, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn, cst p-acp j-jn n2 pns31 vmd av-j vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 1
1531 and of themselves, and of the several particulars of their Duty. That he hath done this by the Doctrine which he taught, I have already prov'd, and of themselves, and of the several particulars of their Duty. That he hath done this by the Doctrine which he taught, I have already proved, cc pp-f px32, cc pp-f dt j n2-j pp-f po32 n1. cst pns31 vhz vdn d p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd, pns11 vhb av vvn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 1
1532 and am now farther to shew, that he hath added to his Doctrine an exact and perfect Example, thereby more fully to instruct us in all the particulars before-mention'd, and am now farther to show, that he hath added to his Doctrine an exact and perfect Exampl, thereby more Fully to instruct us in all the particulars beforementioned, cc vbm av av-jc pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1 dt j cc j n1, av av-dc av-j pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d dt n2-j j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 1
1533 as also to excite and encourage us to a Practice agreeable to our Knowledge. as also to excite and encourage us to a Practice agreeable to our Knowledge. c-acp av pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 j p-acp po12 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 346 Page 1
1534 Had our Blessed Saviour left us only the Instructions and Precepts recorded in the New Testament, this had been a sing••ar advantage to the Professors of Christianity, in order to the settling our apprehensions and judgments about divine things: Had our Blessed Saviour left us only the Instructions and Precepts recorded in the New Testament, this had been a sing••ar advantage to the Professors of Christianity, in order to the settling our apprehensions and Judgments about divine things: vhd po12 j-vvn n1 vvd pno12 av-j dt n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp dt j n1, d vhd vbn dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp j-jn n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 347 Page 2
1535 but when we find recorded in the same Book a particular account of the circumstances of his Life, but when we find recorded in the same Book a particular account of the Circumstances of his Life, cc-acp c-crq pns12 vvb vvn p-acp dt d n1 dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 347 Page 2
1536 and how he managed himself suitably to the Instructions and Precepts which he left us, this must needs be a farther advantage to us, both for the enabling us to understand, and how he managed himself suitably to the Instructions and Precepts which he left us, this must needs be a farther advantage to us, both for the enabling us to understand, cc c-crq pns31 vvd px31 av-j p-acp dt n2 cc n2 r-crq pns31 vvd pno12, d vmb av vbi dt jc n1 p-acp pno12, av-d p-acp dt vvg pno12 pc-acp vvi, (10) sermon (DIV1) 347 Page 2
1537 and the engaging us to comply with his excellent Institution. and the engaging us to comply with his excellent Institution. cc dt vvg pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 347 Page 2
1538 There was in truth since the general Corruption of Mankind both in their Tempers and Manners, very great need of some Pattern to be set us, of a Person in our own Nature, demeaning himself in all things according to the Will of God, There was in truth since the general Corruption of Mankind both in their Tempers and Manners, very great need of Some Pattern to be Set us, of a Person in our own Nature, demeaning himself in all things according to the Will of God, a-acp vbds p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 av-d p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, av j n1 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pno12, pp-f dt n1 p-acp po12 d n1, n-vvg n1 p-acp d n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 2
1539 and agreeably to the design of that Nature which he hath given us. and agreeably to the Design of that Nature which he hath given us. cc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno12. (10) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 2
1540 Now such a Pattern is propos'd to us in the Person of our blessed Saviour, who left us an Example, that we should follow his steps. Now such a Pattern is proposed to us in the Person of our blessed Saviour, who left us an Exampl, that we should follow his steps. av d dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1, r-crq vvd pno12 dt n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi po31 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 348 Page 2
1541 In treating on this Argument, I must necessarily take my Idea of the Temper and Practice of our Saviour, from the History of the New Testament, In treating on this Argument, I must necessarily take my Idea of the Temper and Practice of our Saviour, from the History of the New Testament, p-acp vvg p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb av-j vvi po11 n1 pp-f dt vvi cc n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 2
1542 and more particularly of the Evangelists, who, 'tis evident, wrote on purpose, that they might leave to the World a particular and standing Record thereof. and more particularly of the Evangelists, who, it's evident, wrote on purpose, that they might leave to the World a particular and standing Record thereof. cc av-dc av-j pp-f dt n2, r-crq, pn31|vbz j, vvd p-acp n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 dt j cc j-vvg n1 av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 2
1543 And who indeed could do it so well, as they who converst intimately and constantly with him, And who indeed could do it so well, as they who conversed intimately and constantly with him, cc q-crq av vmd vdi pn31 av av, c-acp pns32 r-crq vvd av-j cc av-j p-acp pno31, (10) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 2
1544 or received their information immediately from them who did so? And in whom may we more reasonably confide, or received their information immediately from them who did so? And in whom may we more reasonably confide, cc vvd po32 n1 av-j p-acp pno32 r-crq vdd av? cc p-acp ro-crq vmb pns12 av-dc av-j vvi, (10) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 2
1545 than in those, who as they appear'd men of great Simplicity and Integrity whilst they liv'd, than in those, who as they appeared men of great Simplicity and Integrity while they lived, cs p-acp d, r-crq c-acp pns32 vvd n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1 cs pns32 vvd, (10) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 3
1546 so upon all occasions expos'd their lives in Testimony of the Truth of what they Preach'd and Wrote? so upon all occasions exposed their lives in Testimony of the Truth of what they Preached and Wrote? av p-acp d n2 vvd po32 n2 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 vvn cc vvd? (10) sermon (DIV1) 349 Page 3
1547 But I think I need make no Apology for proceeding upon their History, since it was not denied by the most Learned Adversaries of Christianity, But I think I need make no Apology for proceeding upon their History, since it was not denied by the most Learned Adversaries of Christianity, cc-acp pns11 vvb pns11 vvb vvi dx n1 p-acp vvg p-acp po32 n1, c-acp pn31 vbds xx vvn p-acp dt av-ds j n2 pp-f np1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 350 Page 3
1548 when it first appear'd in the World, nor will be I presume by the Infidels of the present Age, that the Condition and Manner of our Saviour's Life were such as the Evangelists have declar'd. when it First appeared in the World, nor will be I presume by the Infidels of the present Age, that the Condition and Manner of our Saviour's Life were such as the Evangelists have declared. c-crq pn31 ord vvd p-acp dt n1, ccx vmb vbi pns11 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, cst dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1 vbdr d c-acp dt n2 vhb vvd. (10) sermon (DIV1) 350 Page 3
1549 If I were to insist upon his Miraculous Conception, with all the extraordinary Circumstances which attended both that and his Nativity, If I were to insist upon his Miraculous Conception, with all the extraordinary circumstances which attended both that and his Nativity, cs pns11 vbdr pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 j n1, p-acp d dt j n2 r-crq vvd d d cc po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 3
1550 or upon the several Miracles affirm'd to be wrought by him during the time of his publick Ministry, or upon the several Miracles affirmed to be wrought by him during the time of his public Ministry, cc p-acp dt j n2 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 3
1551 or his Resurrection from the dead, and Ascension into Heaven, it would then be necessary for me to vindicate the truth of those matters of Fact: or his Resurrection from the dead, and Ascension into Heaven, it would then be necessary for me to vindicate the truth of those matters of Fact: cc po31 n1 p-acp dt j, cc n1 p-acp n1, pn31 vmd av vbi j p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 3
1552 but forasmuch as my present business is to consider either the external Circumstances, or the Moral dispositions and actions of our Saviour, but forasmuch as my present business is to Consider either the external circumstances, or the Moral dispositions and actions of our Saviour, cc-acp av c-acp po11 j n1 vbz pc-acp vvi d dt j n2, cc dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 3
1553 whilst he dwelt upon Earth, I may I think take it for granted, that the Truth of the History will be thus far allow'd me; while he dwelled upon Earth, I may I think take it for granted, that the Truth of the History will be thus Far allowed me; cs pns31 vvd p-acp n1, pns11 vmb pns11 vvb vvi pn31 p-acp vvn, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi av av-j vvn pno11; (10) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 3
1554 especially, since the Adversaries of Christianity pretend to make their advantage from the meanness of our Saviour's Circumstances, especially, since the Adversaries of Christianity pretend to make their advantage from the meanness of our Saviour's circumstances, av-j, c-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 3
1555 and some of them endeavour also to improve some passages of his behaviour, as related by the Evangelists, into objections against the truth of his Religion; and Some of them endeavour also to improve Some passages of his behaviour, as related by the Evangelists, into objections against the truth of his Religion; cc d pp-f pno32 vvi av pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp vvn p-acp dt n2, p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 3
1556 but how justly, will appear when we have more throughly consider'd the Argument we are upon. but how justly, will appear when we have more thoroughly considered the Argument we Are upon. cc-acp q-crq av-j, vmb vvi c-crq pns12 vhb av-dc av-j vvn dt n1 pns12 vbr p-acp. (10) sermon (DIV1) 351 Page 3
1557 There are therefore as I have already hinted, these two general heads to be consider'd with respect to the Life of our Saviour. There Are Therefore as I have already hinted, these two general Heads to be considered with respect to the Life of our Saviour. pc-acp vbr av a-acp pns11 vhb av vvn, d crd j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 352 Page 4
1558 First, The External Condition and Circumstances of his Life. Secondly, The manner of his behaviour in these Circumstances, viz. his Moral Dispositions and Actions; First, The External Condition and circumstances of his Life. Secondly, The manner of his behaviour in these circumstances, viz. his Moral Dispositions and Actions; ord, dt j n1 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1. ord, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n2, n1 po31 j n2 cc n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 353 Page 4
1559 the former, as an act of the Divine Wisdom in so ordering the condition of our Saviour's Life upon Earth, the former, as an act of the Divine Wisdom in so ordering the condition of our Saviour's Life upon Earth, dt j, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp av vvg dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1 p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 4
1560 as that it might prove an Instruction and Example to Mankind; as that it might prove an Instruction and Exampl to Mankind; c-acp cst pn31 vmd vvi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 4
1561 and the latter, as an instance of our Saviour's Wisdom and Goodness in demeaning himself so, and the latter, as an instance of our Saviour's Wisdom and goodness in demeaning himself so, cc dt d, c-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1 cc n1 p-acp n-vvg px31 av, (10) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 4
1562 as might best serve to the same purpose. The former of these I shall consider more briefly, and the latter more at large. as might best serve to the same purpose. The former of these I shall Consider more briefly, and the latter more At large. c-acp vmd av-js vvi p-acp dt d n1. dt j pp-f d pns11 vmb vvi av-dc av-j, cc dt d dc p-acp j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 354 Page 4
1563 First, Let us take into Consideration the External Condition and Circumstances of our Saviour's Life. First, Let us take into Consideration the External Condition and circumstances of our Saviour's Life. ord, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp n1 dt j n1 cc n2 pp-f po12 ng1 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 355 Page 4
1564 Now as to this, 'tis agreed on all hands, that his Condition of Life was in the esteem of the World extremely mean and obscure. Now as to this, it's agreed on all hands, that his Condition of Life was in the esteem of the World extremely mean and Obscure. av c-acp p-acp d, pn31|vbz vvn p-acp d n2, cst po31 n1 pp-f n1 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-jn j cc j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 4
1565 He was born of a poor Woman, who was Espoused to a Man of an honest, but mean occupation. He was born of a poor Woman, who was Espoused to a Man of an honest, but mean occupation. pns31 vbds vvn pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc-acp j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 4
1566 His first lodging was in a Stable, neither Joseph nor Mary being thought considerable enough to have room made for them in the Inn. His first Visitants were a company of poor Shepherds. His First lodging was in a Stable, neither Joseph nor Marry being Thought considerable enough to have room made for them in the Inn. His First Visitants were a company of poor Shepherd's. po31 ord n1 vbds p-acp dt j, av-dx np1 ccx uh vbg vvn j av-d pc-acp vhi n1 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp dt np1 po31 ord n2 vbdr dt n1 pp-f j n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 4
1567 The Countrey in which he had his Abode and Education, during his private Life, was Galilee, out of which it was thought no Prophet could arise, much less the Messiah. His Town was Nazareth, concerning which Nathanael made it a question, The Country in which he had his Abided and Education, during his private Life, was Galilee, out of which it was Thought no Prophet could arise, much less the Messiah. His Town was Nazareth, Concerning which Nathanael made it a question, dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd po31 vvd cc n1, p-acp po31 j n1, vbds np1, av pp-f r-crq pn31 vbds vvn dx n1 vmd vvi, d dc dt np1. po31 n1 vbds np1, vvg r-crq np1 vvd pn31 dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 5
1568 whether any good thing could come out of it. whither any good thing could come out of it. cs d j n1 vmd vvi av pp-f pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 5
1569 His Condition through the whole course of his Life was without either Wealth or secular Honour, His Condition through the Whole course of his Life was without either Wealth or secular Honour, po31 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbds p-acp d n1 cc j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 5
1570 nay attended with Poverty and Disgrace. nay attended with Poverty and Disgrace. uh-x vvd p-acp n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 5
1571 He did, for the first Thirty years of his Life, live, as far as appears, with Joseph, or, He did, for the First Thirty Years of his Life, live, as Far as appears, with Joseph, or, pns31 vdd, p-acp dt ord crd n2 pp-f po31 n1, vvb, c-acp av-j c-acp vvz, p-acp np1, cc, (10) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 5
1572 if Joseph died within that space, with Mary, following the Occupation of his supposed Father, insomuch that the Jews stil'd him, not only the Carpenters Son, but the Carpenter. When he enter'd upon his Publick Employment, he took no State upon him. if Joseph died within that Molle, with Marry, following the Occupation of his supposed Father, insomuch that the jews Styled him, not only the Carpenters Son, but the Carpenter. When he entered upon his Public Employment, he took no State upon him. cs np1 vvd p-acp d n1, p-acp vvi, vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 j-vvn n1, av cst dt np2 vvd pno31, xx av-j dt n2 n1, p-acp dt n1. c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 j n1, pns31 vvd dx n1 p-acp pno31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 5
1573 He had no settled Habitation, nor certain Provision. He had not settled Habitation, nor certain Provision. pns31 vhd xx vvn n1, ccx j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 5
1574 He told one who offer'd to follow him, that the Foxes had holes, and the Birds of the air had nests; He told one who offered to follow him, that the Foxes had holes, and the Birds of the air had nests; pns31 vvd crd r-crq vvd pc-acp vvi pno31, cst dt n2 vhd n2, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vhd n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 5
1575 but the Son of Man had not where to lay his Head. He liv'd upon the Charity of his Friends; but the Son of Man had not where to lay his Head. He lived upon the Charity of his Friends; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vhd xx c-crq pc-acp vvi po31 n1 pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 5
1576 for so we read of certain Women, who were wont to minister unto him of their substance. for so we read of certain Women, who were wont to minister unto him of their substance. c-acp av pns12 vvb pp-f j n2, r-crq vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 pp-f po32 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 5
1577 He was moreover continually Despis'd, Malign'd, and Persecuted, and at last Suffer'd a cruel Death, as a Malefactor, with all the Circumstances of Indignity. He was moreover continually Despised, Maligned, and Persecuted, and At last Suffered a cruel Death, as a Malefactor, with all the circumstances of Indignity. pns31 vbds av av-j vvd, vvd, cc vvn, cc p-acp ord vvd dt j n1, c-acp dt n1, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 356 Page 5
1578 'Tis true, we Christians say, and firmly believe, that our Lord was amply recompens'd for submitting to these mean and despicable Circumstances, by favors conferr'd upon him by the Divine Providence even in this Life, It's true, we Christians say, and firmly believe, that our Lord was amply recompensed for submitting to these mean and despicable circumstances, by favors conferred upon him by the Divine Providence even in this Life, pn31|vbz j, pns12 np1 vvi, cc av-j vvi, cst po12 n1 vbds av-j vvn p-acp vvg p-acp d j cc j n2, p-acp n2 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j-jn n1 av p-acp d n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 5
1579 and much more by his Exaltation in Heaven after his Resurrection. and much more by his Exaltation in Heaven After his Resurrection. cc av-d av-dc p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 5
1580 As for instance, that although his Mother was a poor Woman, yet she was a Person of Exemplary Prudence, Virtue, As for instance, that although his Mother was a poor Woman, yet she was a Person of Exemplary Prudence, Virtue, p-acp p-acp n1, cst cs po31 n1 vbds dt j n1, av pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f j n1, n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 5
1581 and Piety, which are of much greater account with God, than Wealth and Honour; and Piety, which Are of much greater account with God, than Wealth and Honour; cc n1, r-crq vbr pp-f d jc n1 p-acp np1, cs n1 cc n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 5
1582 that he was Conceiv'd and Born of her, whilst a pure Virgin, by the immediate Influence of the Almighty; that he was Conceived and Born of her, while a pure Virgae, by the immediate Influence of the Almighty; cst pns31 vbds j-vvn cc vvn pp-f pno31, cs dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 5
1583 that he was constantly under the special Care and Conduct of the Divine Providence; that he was constantly under the special Care and Conduct of the Divine Providence; cst pns31 vbds av-j p-acp dt j n1 cc vvb pp-f dt j-jn n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 6
1584 that there were several Divine Messages and Oracles relating to his Conception, his Nativity, and his following Management; that there were several Divine Messages and Oracles relating to his Conception, his Nativity, and his following Management; cst a-acp vbdr j j-jn n2 cc n2 vvg p-acp po31 n1, po31 n1, cc po31 j-vvg n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 6
1585 that the Shepherds which visited him were sent by Angels; that the Shepherd's which visited him were sent by Angels; cst dt n2 r-crq vvd pno31 vbdr vvn p-acp n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 6
1586 that some Learned and Inquisitive, and 'tis likely Honourable and Wealthy Persons, were by the Guidance of an extraordinary Star conducted from a Foreign Countrey, to pay their respects to him, that Some Learned and Inquisitive, and it's likely Honourable and Wealthy Persons, were by the Guidance of an extraordinary Star conducted from a Foreign Country, to pay their respects to him, cst d j cc j, cc pn31|vbz j j cc j n2, vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno31, (10) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 6
1587 as a King; that he was not only attended by Angels upon all extraordinary Emergencies, but receiv'd special Communications and Influences from God himself; as a King; that he was not only attended by Angels upon all extraordinary Emergencies, but received special Communications and Influences from God himself; c-acp dt n1; cst pns31 vbds xx av-j vvn p-acp n2 p-acp d j n2, cc-acp vvd j n2 cc n2 p-acp np1 px31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 6
1588 that his Humane Nature was endued with the Divine Spirit without measure, and he thereby enabled to speak and act so, that his Humane Nature was endued with the Divine Spirit without measure, and he thereby enabled to speak and act so, cst po31 j n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1, cc pns31 av vvd pc-acp vvi cc vvi av, (10) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 6
1589 as never any other Man did; as never any other Man did; c-acp av-x d j-jn n1 vdd; (10) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 6
1590 and finally that he was declar'd to be the Son of God with Power, by his Resurrection from the dead. and finally that he was declared to be the Son of God with Power, by his Resurrection from the dead. cc av-j cst pns31 vbds vvd pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 6
1591 These are such things as, if believ'd by the Adversaries of the Christian Faith, would even in their judgment entirely take off the reproach of his External Circumstances. These Are such things as, if believed by the Adversaries of the Christian Faith, would even in their judgement entirely take off the reproach of his External circumstances. d vbr d n2 a-acp, cs vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt njp n1, vmd av p-acp po32 n1 av-j vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 6
1592 But forasmuch as my Method forbids me to consider these particulars, I wave them all, But forasmuch as my Method forbids me to Consider these particulars, I wave them all, p-acp av c-acp po11 n1 vvz pno11 pc-acp vvi d n2-j, pns11 vvb pno32 d, (10) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 6
1593 and do assert that the very Obscurity and Meanness of our Saviour's Condition, during his sojourning upon Earth, was design'd as a proper means for our Instruction. and do assert that the very Obscurity and Meanness of our Saviour's Condition, during his sojourning upon Earth, was designed as a proper means for our Instruction. cc vdb vvb cst dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1, p-acp po31 vvg p-acp n1, vbds vvn p-acp dt j n2 p-acp po12 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 357 Page 6
1594 It was in truth a most severe censure past upon the Pride and Luxury of men, It was in truth a most severe censure passed upon the Pride and Luxury of men, pn31 vbds p-acp n1 dt av-ds j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 358 Page 6
1595 and a powerful Argument to convince us of the Vanity and Emptiness of this World, for the Son of God to accept of no better entertainment in it. and a powerful Argument to convince us of the Vanity and Emptiness of this World, for the Son of God to accept of no better entertainment in it. cc dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pp-f dx jc n1 p-acp pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 358 Page 6
1596 Mankind were sunk into an animal and sensual Life, and degenerated into a very inordinate admiration and love of the World. Mankind were sunk into an animal and sensual Life, and degenerated into a very inordinate admiration and love of the World. n1 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 cc j n1, cc vvn p-acp dt j j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 7
1597 An high Birth, eminent Rank and Quality, Honour, Wealth, and Pleasure, these were become the Idols of Men, whereby not only their Affections were entangled, an high Birth, eminent Rank and Quality, Honour, Wealth, and Pleasure, these were become the Idols of Men, whereby not only their Affections were entangled, dt j n1, j n1 cc n1, n1, n1, cc n1, d vbdr vvn dt n2 pp-f n2, c-crq xx av-j po32 n2 vbdr vvn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 7
1598 but their very Judgments also corrupted. but their very Judgments also corrupted. cc-acp po32 j n2 av vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 7
1599 So that nothing could be more expedient, than that He, whom Providence design'd for an Instructor and Example to Mankind, He who was sent to rectifie both their Judgments and their Dispositions, should by the very manner of his appearance amongst them, openly testifie his disregard to all these things, being not only destitute of those Enjoyments, in which depraved Men are so apt to place their Felicity, So that nothing could be more expedient, than that He, whom Providence designed for an Instructor and Exampl to Mankind, He who was sent to rectify both their Judgments and their Dispositions, should by the very manner of his appearance among them, openly testify his disregard to all these things, being not only destitute of those Enjoyments, in which depraved Men Are so apt to place their Felicity, av cst pix vmd vbi av-dc j, cs cst pns31, ro-crq n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, pns31 r-crq vbds vvn pc-acp vvi d po32 n2 cc po32 n2, vmd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32, av-j vvi po31 n1 p-acp d d n2, vbg xx av-j j pp-f d n2, p-acp r-crq j-vvn n2 vbr av j pc-acp vvi po32 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 7
1600 but moreover expos'd to those Hardships and Sufferings, which they falsly account the worst of Evils, but moreover exposed to those Hardships and Sufferings, which they falsely account the worst of Evils, cc-acp av vvn p-acp d n2 cc n2, r-crq pns32 av-j vvi dt js pp-f n2-jn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 7
1601 thus confirming by his own Example, what he taught by his Doctrine. thus confirming by his own Exampl, what he taught by his Doctrine. av vvg p-acp po31 d n1, r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 7
1602 'Tis a known and memorable Passage of Plato, NONLATINALPHABET, &c. That to the compleating of a Righteous Man, It's a known and memorable Passage of Plato,, etc. That to the completing of a Righteous Man, pn31|vbz dt j-vvn cc j n1 pp-f np1,, av cst p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 7
1603 and making him throughly such, he must be Scourged, Tortur'd, Bound, have both his Eyes burnt out, and making him thoroughly such, he must be Scourged, Tortured, Bound, have both his Eyes burned out, cc vvg pno31 av-j d, pns31 vmb vbi vvn, vvn, vvn, vhb d po31 n2 vvd av, (10) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 7
1604 and having suffer'd all sorts of Evils, to Crown all he must be at last Impal'd or Crucified. and having suffered all sorts of Evils, to Crown all he must be At last Impaled or crucified. cc vhg vvn d n2 pp-f n2-jn, pc-acp vvi d pns31 vmb vbi p-acp ord vvn cc vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 359 Page 7
1605 It was indeed this Condition which render'd our Blessed Saviour capable of exemplifying those admirable Virtues, which otherwise he could not have had occasion or opportunity to exercise, such as were most directly opposite to the Vices into which Men were degenerated, such as were most useful and necessary for Men to exercise in this present life, It was indeed this Condition which rendered our Blessed Saviour capable of exemplifying those admirable Virtues, which otherwise he could not have had occasion or opportunity to exercise, such as were most directly opposite to the Vices into which Men were degenerated, such as were most useful and necessary for Men to exercise in this present life, pn31 vbds av d n1 r-crq vvd po12 j-vvn n1 j pp-f j-vvg d j n2, r-crq av pns31 vmd xx vhi vhn n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi, d c-acp vbdr av-ds av-j j-jn p-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq n2 vbdr vvn, d c-acp vbdr av-ds j cc j p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 360 Page 7
1606 and such as it is most difficult for us in this degenerate and corrupt Estate to attain to; and such as it is most difficult for us in this degenerate and corrupt Estate to attain to; cc d c-acp pn31 vbz av-ds j p-acp pno12 p-acp d j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp; (10) sermon (DIV1) 360 Page 7
1607 viz. a firm Faith and Trust in God, an entire submission, and Resignation to his Will, Contentedness under all the Dispensations of his Providence, Meekness, Patience, Firmness and Constancy of Mind under great Provocations and severe Sufferings, together with a large and diffusive Charity, viz. a firm Faith and Trust in God, an entire submission, and Resignation to his Will, Contentedness under all the Dispensations of his Providence, Meekness, Patience, Firmness and Constancy of Mind under great Provocations and severe Sufferings, together with a large and diffusive Charity, n1 dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, dt j n1, cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, n1, n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j n2 cc j n2, av p-acp dt j cc j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 360 Page 8
1608 even in the midst of want. even in the midst of want. av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 360 Page 8
1609 Nay allowing what we Christians assert, that the Son of God voluntarily took upon him our Nature, Nay allowing what we Christians assert, that the Son of God voluntarily took upon him our Nature, uh vvg r-crq pns12 njpg2 vvb, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 av-jn vvd p-acp pno31 po12 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 361 Page 8
1610 and freely submitted to this condition of Humane Life, our Saviour did hereby farther express his utmost contempt of this vain World, •o••ther with a wonderful Condescension and 〈 … 〉 doing all this for our good. and freely submitted to this condition of Humane Life, our Saviour did hereby farther express his utmost contempt of this vain World, •o••ther with a wondered Condescension and 〈 … 〉 doing all this for our good. cc av-j vvd p-acp d n1 pp-f j n1, po12 n1 vdd av av-jc vvi po31 j n1 pp-f d j n1, j-jn p-acp dt j n1 cc 〈 … 〉 vdg d d p-acp po12 j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 361 Page 8
1611 By which 〈 … 〉 became not only a very useful, but, also a general Example to all sorts and conditions of Men. By which 〈 … 〉 became not only a very useful, but, also a general Exampl to all sorts and conditions of Men. p-acp r-crq 〈 … 〉 vvd xx av-j dt j j, cc-acp, av dt j n1 p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 361 Page 8
1612 The greater part of Mankind are placed in a low and mean Condition, and stand in need especially of those Virtues which are proper to such a state. The greater part of Mankind Are placed in a low and mean Condition, and stand in need especially of those Virtues which Are proper to such a state. dt jc n1 pp-f n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1, cc vvb p-acp n1 av-j pp-f d n2 r-crq vbr j p-acp d dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 362 Page 8
1613 So that our Saviour by exemplifying the Virtues requisite to that Condition, became in the first place a Pattern to the greatest number of Men; So that our Saviour by exemplifying the Virtues requisite to that Condition, became in the First place a Pattern to the greatest number of Men; av cst po12 n1 p-acp j-vvg dt n2 j p-acp d n1, vvd p-acp dt ord n1 dt n1 p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 362 Page 8
1614 and if we take in the consideration which I just now mention'd, of his voluntary submission to this State for our sakes, he at the same time propos'd himself as an eminent Pattern to the Great and Rich Men of the World likewise. and if we take in the consideration which I just now mentioned, of his voluntary submission to this State for our sakes, he At the same time proposed himself as an eminent Pattern to the Great and Rich Men of the World likewise. cc cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns11 av av vvn, pp-f po31 j-jn n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp po12 n2, pns31 p-acp dt d n1 vvn px31 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f dt n1 av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 362 Page 8
1615 Thus the Apostle argues, improving this Example of our Lord, to perswade to Humility and Charity. Thus the Apostle argues, improving this Exampl of our Lord, to persuade to Humility and Charity. av dt n1 vvz, vvg d n1 pp-f po12 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 362 Page 8
1616 Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus, who being in the form of God, — emptied himself, taking upon him the form of a Servant, being made in the likeness of men, &c. And again, Ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, Let this mind be in you, which was also in christ jesus, who being in the from of God, — emptied himself, taking upon him the from of a Servant, being made in the likeness of men, etc. And again, You know the grace of our Lord jesus christ, that though he was rich, vvb d n1 vbi p-acp pn22, r-crq vbds av p-acp np1 np1, r-crq vbg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, — vvn px31, vvg p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, av cc av, pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, cst cs pns31 vbds j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 362 Page 9
1617 yet for your sakes he became poor, that ye through his poverty might be rich. I should now pass to the other general Head which I propos'd; yet for your sakes he became poor, that you through his poverty might be rich. I should now pass to the other general Head which I proposed; av p-acp po22 n2 pns31 vvd j, cst pn22 p-acp po31 n1 vmd vbi j. pns11 vmd av vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 n1 r-crq pns11 vvd; (10) sermon (DIV1) 362 Page 9
1618 but that I may leave no difficulty in the way, it may be proper first to obviate an Objection that may be rais'd with respect to the account which the Evangelists have given us of our Saviour's Life; but that I may leave no difficulty in the Way, it may be proper First to obviate an Objection that may be raised with respect to the account which the Evangelists have given us of our Saviour's Life; cc-acp cst pns11 vmb vvi dx n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb vbi j ord pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq dt n2 vhb vvn pno12 pp-f po12 ng1 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 363 Page 9
1619 viz. That a considerable part of it is past over in silence, there being very little left upon Record concerning him till the Thirtieth Year of his Age, viz. That a considerable part of it is passed over in silence, there being very little left upon Record Concerning him till the Thirtieth Year of his Age, n1 cst dt j n1 pp-f pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp n1, a-acp vbg av av-j vvn p-acp n1 vvg pno31 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 363 Page 9
1620 when he enter'd upon his publick Ministry, in which he is supposed to have continued no longer than Three Years and an half: when he entered upon his public Ministry, in which he is supposed to have continued no longer than Three years and an half: c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 j n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vvn dx av-jc cs crd n2 cc dt n-jn: (10) sermon (DIV1) 363 Page 9
1621 whereas, had he been design'd as a Pattern to Mankind, we might rather have expected a full and particular account of all that was said or done by him, from his Birth to his Death. whereas, had he been designed as a Pattern to Mankind, we might rather have expected a full and particular account of all that was said or done by him, from his Birth to his Death. cs, vhd pns31 vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, pns12 vmd av-c vhi vvn dt j cc j n1 pp-f d cst vbds vvn cc vdn p-acp pno31, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 363 Page 9
1622 To this I reply in the following particulars. To this I reply in the following particulars. p-acp d pns11 vvb p-acp dt vvg n2-j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 363 Page 9
1623 If we were not able to assign the just Reasons for this proceeding, it ought not however to pass for a reasonable Objection in this Case. If we were not able to assign the just Reasons for this proceeding, it ought not however to pass for a reasonable Objection in this Case. cs pns12 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi dt j n2 p-acp d n-vvg, pn31 vmd xx a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 364 Page 9
1624 For allowing (what is undeniably true) that the Adversaries of Christianity have nothing to lay to our Saviour's charge during his private Life, For allowing (what is undeniably true) that the Adversaries of Christianity have nothing to lay to our Saviour's charge during his private Life, p-acp vvg (r-crq vbz av-j j) cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vhb pix pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 ng1 n1 p-acp po31 j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 364 Page 9
1625 and (what I shall prove hereafter) that when he did appear in publick, his practice was highly Exemplary; 'tis sufficient. and (what I shall prove hereafter) that when he did appear in public, his practice was highly Exemplary; it's sufficient. cc (r-crq pns11 vmb vvi av) cst c-crq pns31 vdd vvi p-acp j, po31 n1 vbds av-j j; pn31|vbz j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 364 Page 9
1626 God might design him for a publick Example, for what space of time he pleas'd, God might Design him for a public Exampl, for what Molle of time he pleased, np1 vmd n1 pno31 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pns31 vvd, (10) sermon (DIV1) 364 Page 9
1627 and that for very wise and good Reasons, which we may not be able to guess at. and that for very wise and good Reasons, which we may not be able to guess At. cc cst p-acp av j cc j n2, r-crq pns12 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp. (10) sermon (DIV1) 364 Page 9
1628 And although, if we had all his Actions recorded from the beginning of his Life to the end, there would be more instances for our Instruction and Imitation; And although, if we had all his Actions recorded from the beginning of his Life to the end, there would be more instances for our Instruction and Imitation; cc cs, cs pns12 vhd d po31 n2 vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vmd vbi av-dc n2 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 364 Page 9
1629 yet during that time in which he exercised his publick Ministry, there might be enough to answer these ends. yet during that time in which he exercised his public Ministry, there might be enough to answer these ends. av p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd po31 j n1, pc-acp vmd vbi av-d pc-acp vvi d n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 364 Page 10
1630 I add, that from the short and general account which the Evangelists have given us of the more private and retired part of our Saviour's Life, we have reason to look upon him, I add, that from the short and general account which the Evangelists have given us of the more private and retired part of our Saviour's Life, we have reason to look upon him, pns11 vvb, cst p-acp dt j cc j n1 r-crq dt n2 vhb vvn pno12 pp-f dt av-dc j cc j-vvn n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1, pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, (10) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 10
1631 as a great Example of divers eminent Virtues, even during that State. as a great Exampl of diverse eminent Virtues, even during that State. c-acp dt j n1 pp-f j j n2, av p-acp d n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 10
1632 He went down (from Jerusalem) with Joseph and Mary, and was subject to them, as St. Luke tells us. He went down (from Jerusalem) with Joseph and Mary, and was Subject to them, as Saint Lycia tells us. pns31 vvd a-acp (p-acp np1) p-acp np1 cc np1, cc vbds j-jn p-acp pno32, p-acp n1 av vvz pno12. (10) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 10
1633 This at first view was a Life of Innocency and honest Industry, spent in the constant exercise of Humility, Contentedness, Submission and Resignation to his Heavenly Father, This At First view was a Life of Innocency and honest Industry, spent in the constant exercise of Humility, Contentedness, Submission and Resignation to his Heavenly Father, np1 p-acp ord n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1, vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 10
1634 and Obedience and Subjection not only to his real, but also to his reputed Earthly Parent; and obedience and Subjection not only to his real, but also to his reputed Earthly Parent; cc n1 cc n1 xx av-j p-acp po31 j, cc-acp av p-acp po31 j-vvn j n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 10
1635 Virtues all of them necessary for the greater part of Mankind, and, as Experience teaches us, not easily attain'd and exercis'd by them. Virtues all of them necessary for the greater part of Mankind, and, as Experience Teaches us, not Easily attained and exercised by them. n2 d pp-f pno32 j p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n1, cc, c-acp n1 vvz pno12, xx av-j vvd cc vvn p-acp pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 10
1636 And if here again we take in the consideration of the Dignity of the Person, who, (as we Christians affirm) voluntarily subjected himself to this way of living, we shall still discover, that even this part of our Saviour's Life was farther Exemplary to us. And if Here again we take in the consideration of the Dignity of the Person, who, (as we Christians affirm) voluntarily subjected himself to this Way of living, we shall still discover, that even this part of our Saviour's Life was farther Exemplary to us. cc cs av av pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq, (c-acp pns12 njpg2 vvb) av-jn vvn px31 p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg, pns12 vmb av vvi, cst av d n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1 vbds av-jc j p-acp pno12. (10) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 10
1637 For what could be a greater instance of wonderful Condescension and Goodness (as I observ'd before) than for the Son of God, For what could be a greater instance of wondered Condescension and goodness (as I observed before) than for the Son of God, p-acp r-crq vmd vbi dt jc n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1 (c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp) cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 10
1638 for our sakes, to cloath himself with Humane Flesh, not to abhor the Virgins Womb, to pass through the States of Infancy and Childhood, to grow and improve by degrees, for our sakes, to cloth himself with Humane Flesh, not to abhor the Virgins Womb, to pass through the States of Infancy and Childhood, to grow and improve by Degrees, p-acp po12 n2, p-acp n1 px31 p-acp j n1, xx pc-acp vvi dt ng1 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 10
1639 and, in a word, to accommodate himself to all the inconveniencies and infirmities of innocent Humanity? And how could he more effectually have exprest to us his contempt of this vain World, and, in a word, to accommodate himself to all the inconveniences and infirmities of innocent Humanity? And how could he more effectually have expressed to us his contempt of this vain World, cc, p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j-jn n1? cc q-crq vmd pns31 av-dc av-j vhi vvn p-acp pno12 po31 n1 pp-f d j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 10
1640 than by submitting freely to all those mean Circumstances, with which this part of his Life was attended? than by submitting freely to all those mean circumstances, with which this part of his Life was attended? cs p-acp vvg av-j p-acp d d j n2, p-acp r-crq d n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbds vvn? (10) sermon (DIV1) 365 Page 11
1641 I observe farther that there were not wanting Instances, which all along discover'd him to be an extraordinary Person, such as were sufficient to attract the Eyes of Men towards him, I observe farther that there were not wanting Instances, which all along discovered him to be an extraordinary Person, such as were sufficient to attract the Eyes of Men towards him, pns11 vvb av-jc d a-acp vbdr xx vvg n2, r-crq d a-acp vvn pno31 pc-acp vbi dt j n1, d c-acp vbdr j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp pno31, (10) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 11
1642 and to prepare them by degrees for an acknowledgement of him, when he should make a more Publick appearance. and to prepare them by Degrees for an acknowledgement of him, when he should make a more Public appearance. cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31, c-crq pns31 vmd vvi dt av-dc j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 366 Page 11
1643 I shall not insist upon those Oracular Dreams, and Angelical Apparitions, by which the Evangelists tell us he was made known to the blessed Virgin, to Joseph, and to the Shepherds, all which things Mary is said to have kept, and ponder'd in her heart; I shall not insist upon those Oracular Dreams, and Angelical Apparitions, by which the Evangelists tell us he was made known to the blessed Virgae, to Joseph, and to the Shepherd's, all which things Marry is said to have kept, and pondered in her heart; pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp d j n2, cc j n2, p-acp r-crq dt n2 vvb pno12 pns31 vbds vvn vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n1, pc-acp np1, cc p-acp dt n2, d r-crq n2 uh vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vvn, cc vvn p-acp po31 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 367 Page 11
1644 but shall only take notice of such passages recorded of him, as were the occasion of his being more publickly known and observ'd, both in Bethlehem, Nazareth and Jerusalem it self. but shall only take notice of such passages recorded of him, as were the occasion of his being more publicly known and observed, both in Bethlehem, Nazareth and Jerusalem it self. p-acp vmb av-j vvi n1 pp-f d n2 vvn pp-f pno31, c-acp vbdr dt n1 pp-f po31 vbg av-dc av-j vvn cc vvn, av-d p-acp np1, np1 cc np1 pn31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 367 Page 11
1645 St. Luke relates of the Shepherds, that after they had visited him, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this Child. Saint Lycia relates of the Shepherd's, that After they had visited him, they made known abroad the saying which was told them Concerning this Child. n1 av vvz pp-f dt n2, cst c-acp pns32 vhd vvn pno31, pns32 vvd vvn av dt n-vvg r-crq vbds vvn pno32 vvg d n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 367 Page 11
1646 And all they that heard it, wonder'd at those things which were told them by the Shepherds. And all they that herd it, wondered At those things which were told them by the Shepherd's. cc d pns32 cst vvd pn31, vvd p-acp d n2 r-crq vbdr vvn pno32 p-acp dt n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 367 Page 11
1647 St. Matthew informs us, that when the Magi came to Jerusalem, they made so publick an enquiry concerning the Birth of the King of the Jews, as to create Jealousie in Herod, and trouble to all Jerusalem; Herod upon that occasion first consulting the Chief Priests and Scribes, about the place of the Messiah 's Birth; Saint Matthew informs us, that when the Magi Come to Jerusalem, they made so public an enquiry Concerning the Birth of the King of the jews, as to create Jealousy in Herod, and trouble to all Jerusalem; Herod upon that occasion First consulting the Chief Priests and Scribes, about the place of the Messiah is Birth; n1 np1 vvz pno12, cst c-crq dt n2 vvd p-acp np1, pns32 vvd av j dt n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt np2, a-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1, cc vvb p-acp d np1; np1 p-acp d n1 ord vvg dt j-jn n2 cc n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 vbz n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 367 Page 11
1648 then sending for the Magi, and charging them to give him a particular account both of the occasion and the effect of their search, then sending for the Magi, and charging them to give him a particular account both of the occasion and the Effect of their search, av vvg p-acp dt n2, cc vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi pno31 dt j n1 av-d pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 367 Page 11
1649 and at last, when he found himself disappointed by them, exercising an unparallel'd Cruelty upon the Infants of Bethlehem. All this must necessarily have excited the curiosity of many to enquire after and to observe this Child, as he grew up. and At last, when he found himself disappointed by them, exercising an unparalleled Cruelty upon the Infants of Bethlehem. All this must necessarily have excited the curiosity of many to inquire After and to observe this Child, as he grew up. cc p-acp ord, c-crq pns31 vvd px31 vvn p-acp pno32, vvg dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. d d vmb av-j vhi vvd dt n1 pp-f d pc-acp vvi a-acp cc pc-acp vvi d n1, c-acp pns31 vvd a-acp. (10) sermon (DIV1) 367 Page 11
1650 We are farther inform'd, that when his Mother brought him to Jerusalem, to present him to the Lord, according to the Law of Moses, there were two Persons of good Note in the City, old Simeon, and Anna, who coming into the Temple at that instant, spake of him in very remarkable Terms, to all them that looked for redemption in Israel, so that Joseph and his Mother (and no doubt many more who were present) marvell'd at those things which were spoken. We Are farther informed, that when his Mother brought him to Jerusalem, to present him to the Lord, according to the Law of Moses, there were two Persons of good Note in the city, old Simeon, and Anna, who coming into the Temple At that instant, spoke of him in very remarkable Terms, to all them that looked for redemption in Israel, so that Joseph and his Mother (and no doubt many more who were present) marveled At those things which were spoken. pns12 vbr av-jc vvn, cst c-crq po31 n1 vvd pno31 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, a-acp vbdr crd n2 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1, j np1, cc np1, r-crq vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n-jn, vvd pp-f pno31 p-acp av j n2, p-acp d pno32 cst vvd p-acp n1 p-acp np1, av d np1 cc po31 n1 (cc dx n1 av-d dc r-crq vbdr j) vvd p-acp d n2 r-crq vbdr vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 368 Page 12
1651 At the Age of Twelve Years, we are again told that he accompanied his Mother and Joseph to Jerusalem, to attend at the Feast of the Passover, At the Age of Twelve years, we Are again told that he accompanied his Mother and Joseph to Jerusalem, to attend At the Feast of the Passover, p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n2, pns12 vbr av vvn cst pns31 vvd po31 n1 cc np1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 369 Page 12
1652 after the Custom of their Nation, and as others of his Age were us'd to do; After the Custom of their nation, and as Others of his Age were used to do; p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc c-acp n2-jn pp-f po31 n1 vbdr vvn pc-acp vdi; (10) sermon (DIV1) 369 Page 12
1653 but (which was singular at those years) he tarried behind them of his own accord, but (which was singular At those Years) he tarried behind them of his own accord, cc-acp (r-crq vbds j p-acp d n2) pns31 vvd p-acp pno32 pp-f po31 d n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 369 Page 12
1654 and was found in the Temple, sitting in the midst of the Doctors, not only hearing them, but also asking them questions, in such manner, that all that heard him were astonish'd at his understanding and answers. and was found in the Temple, sitting in the midst of the Doctors, not only hearing them, but also asking them questions, in such manner, that all that herd him were astonished At his understanding and answers. cc vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, xx av-j vvg pno32, p-acp av vvg pno32 n2, p-acp d n1, cst d cst vvd pno31 vbdr vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 369 Page 12
1655 And when Mary exprest her concern, for his having tarry'd without their knowledge, he gave her a remarkable answer, which together with the other passages mention'd she is said to have kept in her heart, And when Marry expressed her concern, for his having tarried without their knowledge, he gave her a remarkable answer, which together with the other passages mentioned she is said to have kept in her heart, cc c-crq vvi vvd pno31 vvi, p-acp po31 vhg vvn p-acp po32 n1, pns31 vvd pno31 dt j n1, r-crq av p-acp dt j-jn n2 vvn pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 369 Page 12
1656 How is it that ye sought me? Wist ye not that I must be about my Fathers business? or, How is it that you sought me? Wist you not that I must be about my Father's business? or, q-crq vbz pn31 cst pn22 vvd pno11? vvd pn22 xx cst pns11 vmb vbi p-acp po11 ng1 n1? cc, (10) sermon (DIV1) 369 Page 12
1657 as the words may be well render'd, in my Father's house? declaring himself thereby the Son of God, or the Messiah. as the words may be well rendered, in my Father's house? declaring himself thereby the Son of God, or the Messiah. c-acp dt n2 vmb vbi av vvn, p-acp po11 ng1 n1? vvg px31 av dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt np1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 369 Page 12
1658 Both before and after this passage, all that the Evangelist farther sayes of him till his entering upon his publick Ministry is, that upon his first going to Nazareth, the Child grew, and waxed strong in Spirit, filled with Wisdom, Both before and After this passage, all that the Evangelist farther Says of him till his entering upon his public Ministry is, that upon his First going to Nazareth, the Child grew, and waxed strong in Spirit, filled with Wisdom, av-d p-acp cc p-acp d n1, d cst dt np1 av-jc vvz pp-f pno31 c-acp po31 vvg p-acp po31 j n1 vbz, cst p-acp po31 ord vvg p-acp np1, dt n1 vvd, cc vvd j p-acp n1, vvd p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 370 Page 13
1659 and the Grace of God was upon him; and the Grace of God was upon him; cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds p-acp pno31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 370 Page 13
1660 and again upon his return thither at Twelve Years of Age, that he increas'd in Wisdom, and in Stature, and in favor with God and Man; and again upon his return thither At Twelve years of Age, that he increased in Wisdom, and in Stature, and in favour with God and Man; cc av p-acp po31 n1 av p-acp crd n2 pp-f n1, cst pns31 vvd p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp np1 cc n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 370 Page 13
1661 both which expressions plainly signifie, that as he grew up from a Child to a Man, there appear'd a singular and eminent degree of Wisdom and Goodness in him, something so extraordinary, both which expressions plainly signify, that as he grew up from a Child to a Man, there appeared a singular and eminent degree of Wisdom and goodness in him, something so extraordinary, d r-crq n2 av-j vvi, cst c-acp pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, a-acp vvd dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, pi av j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 370 Page 13
1662 as to mark him out for an especial Favorite of God, and to render him admir'd and belov'd by all that converst with him. as to mark him out for an especial Favourite of God, and to render him admired and Beloved by all that conversed with him. c-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 vvn cc vvn p-acp d cst vvd p-acp pno31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 370 Page 13
1663 It is generally assign'd as a probable account of our Saviour's forbearing to exercise his publick Ministry, till he enter'd upon his Thirtieth Year, that this was in correspondence with the Law of Moses given to the Levites, by which though he were not oblig'd, It is generally assigned as a probable account of our Saviour's forbearing to exercise his public Ministry, till he entered upon his Thirtieth Year, that this was in correspondence with the Law of Moses given to the Levites, by which though he were not obliged, pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 ng1 vvg pc-acp vvi po31 j n1, c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp po31 ord n1, cst d vbds p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp dt np2, p-acp r-crq cs pns31 vbdr xx vvn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 371 Page 13
1664 yet it was agreeable to his practice in other cases, thus to fulfil all righteousness, namely beginning his Ministry at the Age, at which the Ministers of God in that Nation were appointed to begin theirs. But, yet it was agreeable to his practice in other cases, thus to fulfil all righteousness, namely beginning his Ministry At the Age, At which the Ministers of God in that nation were appointed to begin theirs. But, av pn31 vbds j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp j-jn n2, av pc-acp vvi d n1, av vvg po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi png32. p-acp, (10) sermon (DIV1) 371 Page 13
1665 As a closer Answer to this Objection I add, that an apparent, and a sufficient Reason why our Lord did not expose himself to more publick view and observation for a longer space of time, As a closer Answer to this Objection I add, that an apparent, and a sufficient Reason why our Lord did not expose himself to more public view and observation for a longer Molle of time, p-acp dt jc n1 p-acp d n1 pns11 vvb, cst dt j, cc dt j n1 c-crq po12 n1 vdd xx vvi px31 p-acp av-dc j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 372 Page 13
1666 than we are told he did, and consequently the just account, why we have not any particular Record of the former part of his Life, is this, that the time of his publick appearance and Ministry was full as long as that untoward Generation could bear it. than we Are told he did, and consequently the just account, why we have not any particular Record of the former part of his Life, is this, that the time of his public appearance and Ministry was full as long as that untoward Generation could bear it. cs pns12 vbr vvn pns31 vdd, cc av-j dt j n1, c-crq pns12 vhb xx d j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, vbz d, cst dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 cc n1 vbds j c-acp j c-acp d j n1 vmd vvi pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 372 Page 13
1667 The Life which he was design'd to live was not what they expected in their Messiah, viz. a Life of secular Pomp and Grandure; The Life which he was designed to live was not what they expected in their Messiah, viz. a Life of secular Pomp and Grandeur; dt n1 r-crq pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi vbds xx r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp po32 np1, n1 dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc vvi; (10) sermon (DIV1) 372 Page 13
1668 but a serious, humble, self-denying, a devout, and truly good Life, directly contrary to the Manners, but a serious, humble, self-denying, a devout, and truly good Life, directly contrary to the Manners, cc-acp dt j, j, j, dt j, cc av-j j n1, av-j j-jn p-acp dt n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 372 Page 14
1669 as well as the Notions of that Age, and therefore he no sooner began to make himself publickly known, as well as the Notions of that Age, and Therefore he no sooner began to make himself publicly known, c-acp av c-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc av pns31 av-dx av-c vvd pc-acp vvi px31 av-j vvn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 372 Page 14
1670 but they presently malign'd and persecuted him, insomuch that he was forc'd often to withdraw himself from them, but they presently maligned and persecuted him, insomuch that he was forced often to withdraw himself from them, cc-acp pns32 av-j vvn cc vvn pno31, av cst pns31 vbds vvn av pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp pno32, (10) sermon (DIV1) 372 Page 14
1671 and by many instances of prudent management to decline their fury, till he knew their hour was fully come. and by many instances of prudent management to decline their fury, till he knew their hour was Fully come. cc p-acp d n2 pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, c-acp pns31 vvd po32 n1 vbds av-j vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 372 Page 14
1672 So that had he appear'd sooner, he had been so much the sooner cut off. So that had he appeared sooner, he had been so much the sooner Cut off. av cst vhd pns31 vvd av-c, pns31 vhd vbn av av-d dt av-c vvn a-acp. (10) sermon (DIV1) 372 Page 14
1673 It was therefore the natural consequence of the evil temper of that generation of Men, which God did not think fit miraculously to over-rule, that our Saviour's Example was of no longer standing. It was Therefore the natural consequence of the evil temper of that generation of Men, which God did not think fit miraculously to overrule, that our Saviour's Exampl was of no longer standing. pn31 vbds av dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n2, r-crq np1 vdd xx vvi j av-j pc-acp vvi, cst po12 ng1 n1 vbds pp-f dx jc n-vvg. (10) sermon (DIV1) 372 Page 14
1674 To take off this Objection entirely, I add, that the Example which he hath left us, To take off this Objection entirely, I add, that the Exampl which he hath left us, pc-acp vvi a-acp d n1 av-j, pns11 vvb, cst dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno12, (10) sermon (DIV1) 373 Page 14
1675 and which is recorded in the New Testament, was such as abundantly to answer the design and end of it, and which is recorded in the New Testament, was such as abundantly to answer the Design and end of it, cc r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, vbds d c-acp av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, (10) sermon (DIV1) 373 Page 14
1676 as will I hope fully appear from the other general Head I proposed to be spoken to, as will I hope Fully appear from the other general Head I proposed to be spoken to, c-acp vmb pns11 vvb av-j vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 n1 pns11 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, (10) sermon (DIV1) 373 Page 14
1677 and to which I now proceed, viz. and to which I now proceed, viz. cc p-acp r-crq pns11 av vvb, n1 (10) sermon (DIV1) 373 Page 14
1678 Secondly, To consider the manner of our Saviour's behaviour, or the Moral dispositions and actions of his Life, with the several Virtues which he exemplifyed to us thereby. Secondly, To Consider the manner of our Saviour's behaviour, or the Moral dispositions and actions of his Life, with the several Virtues which he exemplified to us thereby. ord, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1, cc dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt j n2 r-crq pns31 vvn p-acp pno12 av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 374 Page 14
1679 And here I am sensible I have a very copious Subject; And Here I am sensible I have a very copious Subject; cc av pns11 vbm j pns11 vhb dt j j j-jn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 374 Page 14
1680 but I shall reduce what I have to offer upon this Argument to as narrow a compass as I can. but I shall reduce what I have to offer upon this Argument to as narrow a compass as I can. cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi r-crq pns11 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp a-acp j dt n1 c-acp pns11 vmb. (10) sermon (DIV1) 374 Page 14
1681 I shall begin with observing that the Life of our Blessed Saviour was truly Humane, I mean, such as was suited to the frame and condition of Humane Nature, I shall begin with observing that the Life of our Blessed Saviour was truly Humane, I mean, such as was suited to the frame and condition of Humane Nature, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp vvg cst dt n1 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1 vbds av-j j, pns11 vvb, d c-acp vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 375 Page 14
1682 and therefore fit to be proposed as a Pattern to Mankind. As he was made in all things like unto us, sin only excepted; and Therefore fit to be proposed as a Pattern to Mankind. As he was made in all things like unto us, sin only excepted; cc av j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. c-acp pns31 vbds vvn p-acp d n2 av-j p-acp pno12, vvb av-j vvn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 375 Page 14
1683 so abating only those instances, in which he acted as a Prophet, or rather as the Messiah, he acted just as it becomes us to do, affecting no Singularities, running into no Extravagancies, doing nothing but what was perfectly agreeable to Humane Nature, so abating only those instances, in which he acted as a Prophet, or rather as the Messiah, he acted just as it becomes us to do, affecting no Singularities, running into no Extravagancies, doing nothing but what was perfectly agreeable to Humane Nature, av vvg av-j d n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, cc av-c p-acp dt np1, pns31 vvd av c-acp pn31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vdi, vvg dx n2, vvg p-acp dx n2, vdg pix p-acp r-crq vbds av-j j p-acp j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 376 Page 15
1684 as it is of God's Creation. He did not pretend to a Stoical Apathy; as it is of God's Creation. He did not pretend to a Stoical Apathy; c-acp pn31 vbz pp-f npg1 n1. pns31 vdd xx vvi p-acp dt j n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 376 Page 15
1685 but as he had, so he freely discover'd the several innocent Affections and Passions, which are in other Men. but as he had, so he freely discovered the several innocent Affections and Passion, which Are in other Men. cc-acp c-acp pns31 vhd, av pns31 av-j vvd dt j j-jn n2 cc n2, r-crq vbr p-acp j-jn n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 377 Page 15
1686 He not only Hunger'd and Thirsted, was Weary and Faint; He not only Hungered and Thirsted, was Weary and Faint; pns31 xx av-j vvd cc vvd, vbds j cc j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 377 Page 15
1687 but he also Lov'd and Pity'd, Rejoyc'd and Sorrow'd and Wept, and was angry too upon Just occasion. but he also Loved and Pitied, Rejoiced and Sorrowed and Wept, and was angry too upon Just occasion. cc-acp pns31 av vvd cc vvn, vvd cc vvd cc vvd, cc vbds j av p-acp j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 377 Page 15
1688 John is often stiled, the Disciple whom Jesus lov'd. He lov'd the rest of his Disciples, as we are assur'd by the same Evangelist; John is often styled, the Disciple whom jesus loved. He loved the rest of his Disciples, as we Are assured by the same Evangelist; np1 vbz av vvn, dt n1 ro-crq np1 vvd. pns31 vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, c-acp pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt d np1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 377 Page 15
1689 but that Disciple with a singular and special affection; and the same is said with respect to Laz•••s, and his two Sisters. but that Disciple with a singular and special affection; and the same is said with respect to Laz•••s, and his two Sisters. p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1; cc dt d vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n2, cc po31 crd n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 377 Page 15
1690 At the return of the Seventy Disciples, and their relating the success which they had, we are told that Jesus rejoyc'd in Spirit. When he went with a full resolution to raise his friend Lazarus from the dead, yet seeing Mary and the Jews which were with her weeping, 'tis said, that he groan'd in Spirit and was troubled; At the return of the Seventy Disciples, and their relating the success which they had, we Are told that jesus rejoiced in Spirit. When he went with a full resolution to raise his friend Lazarus from the dead, yet seeing Marry and the jews which were with her weeping, it's said, that he groaned in Spirit and was troubled; p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd n2, cc po32 vvg dt n1 r-crq pns32 vhd, pns12 vbr vvn cst np1 vvd p-acp n1. c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 np1 p-acp dt j, av vvg vvi cc dt np2 r-crq vbdr p-acp pno31 vvg, pn31|vbz vvd, cst pns31 vvd p-acp n1 cc vbds vvn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 377 Page 15
1691 and when he came to the place where he was lay'd, he so far sympathiz'd with the Company, and when he Come to the place where he was laid, he so Far sympathized with the Company, cc c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbds vvn, pns31 av av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 377 Page 15
1692 as to weep also, which caus'd some of them to say, Behold, how he lov'd him! as to weep also, which caused Some of them to say, Behold, how he loved him! c-acp pc-acp vvi av, r-crq vvd d pp-f pno32 pc-acp vvi, vvb, c-crq pns31 vvd pno31! (10) sermon (DIV1) 377 Page 15
1693 His Compassion is frequently made the occasion and the motive of his doing good both to the Souls and Bodies of Men. His Compassion is frequently made the occasion and the motive of his doing good both to the Souls and Bodies of Men. po31 n1 vbz av-j vvn dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 vdg j av-d p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 377 Page 15
1694 For so the Evangelist observes, that when he saw much people, he was mov'd with compassion towards them, For so the Evangelist observes, that when he saw much people, he was moved with compassion towards them, p-acp av dt np1 vvz, cst c-crq pns31 vvd d n1, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, (10) sermon (DIV1) 377 Page 15
1695 because they were as sheep not having a shepherd, and began first to teach them many things, and presently afterward wrought a Miracle to feed them. Because they were as sheep not having a shepherd, and began First to teach them many things, and presently afterwards wrought a Miracle to feed them. c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp n1 xx vhg dt n1, cc vvd ord pc-acp vvi pno32 d n2, cc av-j av vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 377 Page 16
1696 It was from the same Motive, that he rais'd the Widow's only Son, when he met his Body as it was carried out of the City to be buried, It was from the same Motive, that he raised the Widow's only Son, when he met his Body as it was carried out of the city to be buried, pn31 vbds p-acp dt d n1, cst pns31 vvd dt ng1 j n1, c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1 c-acp pn31 vbds vvn av pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 377 Page 16
1697 and beheld the Mother weeping. When he beheld the City of Jerusalem, and consider'd the evils that were many years after to befall it, he was so tenderly affected as to weep over it, and in very pathetical words to express his Grief for the Obstinacy and the Misery of its Inhabitants. and beheld the Mother weeping. When he beheld the city of Jerusalem, and considered the evils that were many Years After to befall it, he was so tenderly affected as to weep over it, and in very pathetical words to express his Grief for the Obstinacy and the Misery of its Inhabitants. cc vvd dt n1 vvg. c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvn dt n2-jn cst vbdr d n2 a-acp pc-acp vvi pn31, pns31 vbds av av-j vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cc p-acp av j n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 377 Page 16
1698 Nay he did not take upon him to be insensible of his own Sufferings. Nay he did not take upon him to be insensible of his own Sufferings. uh-x pns31 vdd xx vvi p-acp pno31 pc-acp vbi j pp-f po31 d n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 378 Page 16
1699 He had very quick and pungent Apprehensions of them before-hand, with a mixture of all the innocent Passions which are wont to accompany such apprehensions; He had very quick and pungent Apprehensions of them beforehand, with a mixture of all the innocent Passion which Are wont to accompany such apprehensions; pns31 vhd av j cc j n2 pp-f pno32 av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt j-jn n2 r-crq vbr j pc-acp vvi d n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 378 Page 16
1700 he own'd his natural aversion to them, and utter'd very affecting complaints und•• them, as all the Evangelists assure us; he owned his natural aversion to them, and uttered very affecting complaints und•• them, as all the Evangelists assure us; pns31 j-vvn po31 j n1 p-acp pno32, cc vvd av vvg n2 n1 pno32, c-acp d dt n2 vvb pno12; (10) sermon (DIV1) 378 Page 16
1701 by all which, provided he retain'd a just firmness and constancy of Mind, together with a becoming Submission and Resignation (as it will hereafter appear he did) he became so much the fitter Example to us, who by the frame of our Natures are unavoidably liable to the like Affections and Passions. by all which, provided he retained a just firmness and constancy of Mind, together with a becoming Submission and Resignation (as it will hereafter appear he did) he became so much the fitter Exampl to us, who by the frame of our Nature's Are avoidable liable to the like Affections and Passion. p-acp d r-crq, vvd pns31 vvd dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, av p-acp dt j-vvg n1 cc n1 (c-acp pn31 vmb av vvi pns31 vdd) pns31 vvd av av-d dt jc n1 p-acp pno12, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 vbr av-j j p-acp dt j n2 cc n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 378 Page 16
1702 Nor did he only accommodate himself to us in expressing these more tender passions of Humane Nature; Nor did he only accommodate himself to us in expressing these more tender passion of Humane Nature; ccx vdd pns31 av-j vvi px31 p-acp pno12 p-acp vvg d dc j n2 pp-f j n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 379 Page 16
1703 but he thought it not below him to be sometimes angry also. but he Thought it not below him to be sometime angry also. cc-acp pns31 vvd pn31 xx p-acp pno31 pc-acp vbi av j av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 379 Page 16
1704 'Tis expresly said, that he look'd round about upon the Pharisees with anger, being griev'd for the hardness of their hearts; It's expressly said, that he looked round about upon the Pharisees with anger, being grieved for the hardness of their hearts; pn31|vbz av-j vvn, cst pns31 vvd av-j a-acp p-acp dt np2 p-acp n1, vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 379 Page 16
1705 and upon divers other just occasions, we find the same Passion mov'd in him, towards that Hypocritical and malicious Generation of Men. and upon diverse other just occasions, we find the same Passion moved in him, towards that Hypocritical and malicious Generation of Men. cc p-acp j j-jn j n2, pns12 vvb dt d n1 vvn p-acp pno31, p-acp cst j cc j n1 pp-f n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 379 Page 17
1706 Nay in a lower degree, he was sometimes angry with his Disciples also, as particularly with Peter, when he would have tempted him to decline the Sufferings appointed for him. Nay in a lower degree, he was sometime angry with his Disciples also, as particularly with Peter, when he would have tempted him to decline the Sufferings appointed for him. uh-x p-acp dt jc n1, pns31 vbds av j p-acp po31 n2 av, c-acp av-j p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vmd vhi vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n2 vvn p-acp pno31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 379 Page 17
1707 As a farther proof of our Saviour's Life being truly Humane, 'tis observable that he had nothing peculiar in his way of living, in his Diet, his Habit, As a farther proof of our Saviour's Life being truly Humane, it's observable that he had nothing peculiar in his Way of living, in his Diet, his Habit, p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1 vbg av-j j, pn31|vbz j cst pns31 vhd pix j p-acp po31 n1 pp-f vvg, p-acp po31 n1, po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 380 Page 17
1708 or the manner of his Conversing in the World. or the manner of his Conversing in the World. cc dt n1 pp-f po31 vvg p-acp dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 380 Page 17
1709 Our Lord himself takes notice of this, when he compares his own Life with that of John the Baptist, and mentions the Remarks which the Jews made both upon the one and the other. Our Lord himself Takes notice of this, when he compares his own Life with that of John the Baptist, and mentions the Remarks which the jews made both upon the one and the other. po12 n1 px31 vvz n1 pp-f d, c-crq pns31 vvz po31 d n1 p-acp d pp-f np1 dt np1, cc n2 dt n2 r-crq dt np2 vvn av-d p-acp dt crd cc dt n-jn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 380 Page 17
1710 John came neither eating nor drinking, and they say, He hath a devil. John Come neither eating nor drinking, and they say, He hath a Devil. np1 vvd dx n-vvg ccx vvg, cc pns32 vvb, pns31 vhz dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 380 Page 17
1711 The Son of man came eating and drinking, and they say, Behold a man gluttonous and a wine-bibber, a friend of Publicans and sinners. The Son of man Come eating and drinking, and they say, Behold a man gluttonous and a winebibber, a friend of Publicans and Sinners. dt n1 pp-f n1 vvd vvg cc vvg, cc pns32 vvb, vvb dt n1 j cc dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 380 Page 17
1712 As the Habit of John was peculiar, so his Diet was singular and spare, and his Conversation reserv'd. As the Habit of John was peculiar, so his Diet was singular and spare, and his Conversation reserved. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds j, av po31 n1 vbds j cc j, cc po31 n1 vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 380 Page 17
1713 On the contrary our blessed Saviour appear'd, and eat and drank, and convers'd, as other grave and sober Men did, he frequented the usual places of resort, walk'd publickly through their Villages and Cities, talk'd freely with all sorts of people, eat with Publicans and Sinners, to the great offence of the Pharisees; On the contrary our blessed Saviour appeared, and eat and drank, and conversed, as other grave and Sobrium Men did, he frequented the usual places of resort, walked publicly through their Villages and Cities, talked freely with all sorts of people, eat with Publicans and Sinners, to the great offence of the Pharisees; p-acp dt n-jn po12 j-vvn n1 vvd, cc vvi cc vvd, cc vvd, c-acp j-jn n1 cc j n2 vdd, pns31 vvd dt j n2 pp-f n1, vvd av-j p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, vvd av-j p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, vvb p-acp np1 cc n2, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt np2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 380 Page 17
1714 and with the Pharisees too, who, as he assures us, were much more unworthy of his Company. and with the Pharisees too, who, as he assures us, were much more unworthy of his Company. cc p-acp dt np2 av, r-crq, c-acp pns31 vvz pno12, vbdr av-d av-dc j pp-f po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 380 Page 17
1715 He accepted invitations, nay sometimes invited himself to their Houses. He accepted invitations, nay sometime invited himself to their Houses. pns31 vvd n2, uh-x av vvd px31 p-acp po32 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 380 Page 17
1716 He lead indeed a single Life, as that which was most suitable to his high vocation; He led indeed a single Life, as that which was most suitable to his high vocation; pns31 vvb av dt j n1, c-acp d r-crq vbds av-ds j p-acp po31 j n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 381 Page 17
1717 but he gave no other Precept to his Disciples, with respect to their chusing that state, but he gave no other Precept to his Disciples, with respect to their choosing that state, cc-acp pns31 vvd dx j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 vvg d n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 381 Page 17
1718 but only in those Words, He that is able to receive this saying, let him receive it, having said just before, that all men cannot receive it, save they to whom it is given. but only in those Words, He that is able to receive this saying, let him receive it, having said just before, that all men cannot receive it, save they to whom it is given. cc-acp av-j p-acp d n2, pns31 cst vbz j pc-acp vvi d n-vvg, vvb pno31 vvi pn31, vhg vvn av a-acp, cst d n2 vmbx vvi pn31, c-acp pns32 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 381 Page 18
1719 And to shew how far he was from censuring or despising those who liv'd in lawful and chast Wedlock, he accepted an invitation to a Marriage, And to show how Far he was from censuring or despising those who lived in lawful and chaste Wedlock, he accepted an invitation to a Marriage, cc pc-acp vvi c-crq av-j pns31 vbds p-acp vvg cc vvg d r-crq vvd p-acp j cc j n1, pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 381 Page 18
1720 and wrought his first Miracle in favour of the Bridegroom and his Company. and wrought his First Miracle in favour of the Bridegroom and his Company. cc vvd po31 ord n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 381 Page 18
1721 To which might be added the special Notice he took, and the tender Affection he exprest to young Children, taking them up in his arms, putting his hands upon them, To which might be added the special Notice he took, and the tender Affection he expressed to young Children, taking them up in his arms, putting his hands upon them, p-acp r-crq vmd vbi vvn dt j n1 pns31 vvd, cc dt j n1 pns31 vvd p-acp j n2, vvg pno32 a-acp p-acp po31 n2, vvg po31 n2 p-acp pno32, (10) sermon (DIV1) 381 Page 18
1722 and blessing them, and being much displeas'd with his Disciples for judging them unworthy of his regard. and blessing them, and being much displeased with his Disciples for judging them unworthy of his regard. cc vvg pno32, cc vbg av-d vvn p-acp po31 n2 p-acp vvg pno32 j pp-f po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 381 Page 18
1723 To conclude this particular, He did not retire from the World, nor leave the Society of Mankind under the pretence of Devotion, To conclude this particular, He did not retire from the World, nor leave the Society of Mankind under the pretence of Devotion, pc-acp vvi d j, pns31 vdd xx vvi p-acp dt n1, ccx vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 382 Page 18
1724 but as he withdrew at convenient times, usually in the Evening or at Night, for the more private exercises of Piety, but as he withdrew At convenient times, usually in the Evening or At Night, for the more private exercises of Piety, cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp j n2, av-j p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp n1, p-acp dt av-dc j n2 pp-f n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 382 Page 18
1725 so he commonly spent the day in doing good to Men, esteeming Charity one of the best and surest Testimonies of Piety, as will appear farther hereafter. so he commonly spent the day in doing good to Men, esteeming Charity one of the best and Surest Testimonies of Piety, as will appear farther hereafter. av pns31 av-j vvd dt n1 p-acp vdg j p-acp n2, vvg n1 crd pp-f dt js cc js n2 pp-f n1, c-acp vmb vvi av-jc av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 382 Page 18
1726 We read indeed of his retiring into the Wilderness, and abiding there forty days: We read indeed of his retiring into the Wilderness, and abiding there forty days: pns12 vvb av pp-f po31 n-vvg p-acp dt n1, cc vvg pc-acp crd n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 382 Page 18
1727 but this was once for all, by an extraordinary impulse of that Spirit, which had newly anointed him to his high Office, but this was once for all, by an extraordinary impulse of that Spirit, which had newly anointed him to his high Office, cc-acp d vbds a-acp p-acp d, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq vhd av-j vvn pno31 p-acp po31 j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 382 Page 18
1728 and in order to the preparing him for the due discharge of it; and therefore as in this instance he is not propos'd to us as our Pattern, and in order to the preparing him for the due discharge of it; and Therefore as in this instance he is not proposed to us as our Pattern, cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg pno31 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f pn31; cc av c-acp p-acp d n1 pns31 vbz xx vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 382 Page 18
1729 so in all that part of his Life in which he is so propos'd, we meet with nothing like it; so in all that part of his Life in which he is so proposed, we meet with nothing like it; av p-acp d cst n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz av vvn, pns12 vvb p-acp pix av-j pn31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 382 Page 18
1730 but as his Instructions and Rules of Life were plain and intelligible, so the instances of his Piety and Virtue were natural and imitable. But to proceed, but as his Instructions and Rules of Life were plain and intelligible, so the instances of his Piety and Virtue were natural and imitable. But to proceed, cc-acp c-acp po31 n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 vbdr j cc j, av dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 vbdr j cc j. p-acp pc-acp vvi, (10) sermon (DIV1) 382 Page 18
1731 Although the Life of our Saviour was thus Humane, yet it was perfectly innocent and inoffensive; Although the Life of our Saviour was thus Humane, yet it was perfectly innocent and inoffensive; cs dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbds av j, av pn31 vbds av-j j-jn cc j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 383 Page 19
1732 nay according to true reason, notwithstanding the perverse Judgment of the Pharisees, the more inoffensive, nay according to true reason, notwithstanding the perverse Judgement of the Pharisees, the more inoffensive, uh-x p-acp p-acp j n1, c-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt np2, dt av-dc j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 383 Page 19
1733 for being Humane, nothing being more apt to offend Persons of sound Judgment and honest meaning, for being Humane, nothing being more apt to offend Persons of found Judgement and honest meaning, c-acp vbg j, pix vbg av-dc j pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f j n1 cc j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 383 Page 19
1734 than needless and affected singularity, or a vain pretence to something that is truly unnatural. than needless and affected singularity, or a vain pretence to something that is truly unnatural. cs j cc j-vvn n1, cc dt j n1 p-acp pi cst vbz av-j j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 383 Page 19
1735 He did no sin, saith one who was well acquainted with him, and who laid down his life for his sake. He did no since, Says one who was well acquainted with him, and who laid down his life for his sake. pns31 vdd dx n1, vvz pi r-crq vbds av vvn p-acp pno31, cc r-crq vvd a-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 384 Page 19
1736 He was holy, harmless, undefil'd, separate from sinners, saith another, who had reason to know his Character. But these were his Friends; He was holy, harmless, undefiled, separate from Sinners, Says Another, who had reason to know his Character. But these were his Friends; pns31 vbds j, j, j, vvi p-acp n2, vvz j-jn, r-crq vhd n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1. p-acp d vbdr po31 n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 384 Page 19
1737 had his Enemies nothing to lay to his Charge? He was so conscious of his Innocency, that he durst make his open appeal to the worst of them, all at once. had his Enemies nothing to lay to his Charge? He was so conscious of his Innocency, that he durst make his open appeal to the worst of them, all At once. vhd po31 n2 pix pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1? pns31 vbds av j pp-f po31 n1, cst pns31 vvd vvi po31 j n1 p-acp dt js pp-f pno32, d p-acp a-acp. (10) sermon (DIV1) 384 Page 19
1738 Which of you convinceth me of Sin? They frequently lay'd wait for him, seeking to catch something out of his mouth, that they might accuse him; Which of you Convinces me of since? They frequently laid wait for him, seeking to catch something out of his Mouth, that they might accuse him; r-crq pp-f pn22 vvz pno11 pp-f n1? pns32 av-j vvn n1 p-acp pno31, vvg pc-acp vvi pi av pp-f po31 n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi pno31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 384 Page 19
1739 but all in vain, his words being as unblameable as his actions. but all in vain, his words being as unblameable as his actions. p-acp d p-acp j, po31 n2 vbg c-acp j-u p-acp po31 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 384 Page 19
1740 'Tis true, they sometimes lay'd to his Charge the worst of Crimes, representing him as a Blasphemer, a Deceiver, a loose and prophane Man, dangerous to the Government, It's true, they sometime laid to his Charge the worst of Crimes, representing him as a Blasphemer, a Deceiver, a lose and profane Man, dangerous to the Government, pn31|vbz j, pns32 av vvn p-acp po31 n1 dt js pp-f n2, vvg pno31 p-acp dt n1, dt n1, dt j cc j n1, j p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 384 Page 19
1741 and guilty of Treason against Caesar. But all this, when the grounds of their Accusation are consider'd, appears evidently, the result either of gross Ignorance, or perverse Malice. and guilty of Treason against Caesar. But all this, when the grounds of their Accusation Are considered, appears evidently, the result either of gross Ignorance, or perverse Malice. cc j pp-f n1 p-acp np1. p-acp d d, c-crq dt n2 pp-f po32 n1 vbr vvn, vvz av-j, dt n1 av-d pp-f j n1, cc j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 384 Page 19
1742 He was no otherwise a Blasphemer or an Impostor, but as he took upon him to be the Messiah, or Son of God, for the proof of which he appeals both to their own Scriptures, He was not otherwise a Blasphemer or an Impostor, but as he took upon him to be the Messiah, or Son of God, for the proof of which he appeals both to their own Scriptures, pns31 vbds xx av dt n1 cc dt n1, cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp pno31 pc-acp vbi dt np1, cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vvz d p-acp po32 d n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 385 Page 19
1743 and to the Works which he wrought amongst them. and to the Works which he wrought among them. cc p-acp dt vvz r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 385 Page 19
1744 The instances of his Loosness and Prophaneness were, his doing Works of Charity and Mercy on the Sabbath day, The instances of his Looseness and Profaneness were, his doing Works of Charity and Mercy on the Sabbath day, dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 vbdr, po31 vdg vvz pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 385 Page 20
1745 and his conversing with Publicans and Sinners, in order to the making them better Men; and his conversing with Publicans and Sinners, in order to the making them better Men; cc po31 vvg p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg pno32 av-jc n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 385 Page 20
1746 as to which he vindicates his practice unanswerably in several Discourses with them, wherein I am sure any serious Deist will allow him to have argued with great Wisdom, as to which he vindicates his practice unanswerably in several Discourses with them, wherein I am sure any serious Deist will allow him to have argued with great Wisdom, c-acp p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 av-j p-acp j n2 p-acp pno32, c-crq pns11 vbm j d j np1 vmb vvi pno31 pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 385 Page 20
1747 and to have been much too hard for his Accusers. and to have been much too hard for his Accusers. cc pc-acp vhi vbn av-d av j c-acp po31 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 385 Page 20
1748 For he plainly shews them, that they had not consider'd the practice of the best and most considerable Members of their own Church, in the like cases; For he plainly shows them, that they had not considered the practice of the best and most considerable Members of their own Church, in the like cases; p-acp pns31 av-j vvz pno32, cst pns32 vhd xx vvn dt n1 pp-f dt js cc av-ds j n2 pp-f po32 d n1, p-acp dt j n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 385 Page 20
1749 nay that they did not reflect upon their own practice, and therefore would not allow him to do as much for a Man, as themselves would do for an Ox or an Asse, on the Sabbath day; nay that they did not reflect upon their own practice, and Therefore would not allow him to do as much for a Man, as themselves would do for an Ox or an Ass, on the Sabbath day; uh cst pns32 vdd xx vvi p-acp po32 d n1, cc av vmd xx vvi pno31 pc-acp vdi c-acp d c-acp dt n1, c-acp px32 vmd vdi p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, p-acp dt n1 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 385 Page 20
1750 that they did not understand the reason and design of the Sabbath's being Instituted; that they were wholly Ignorant of the distinction between Moral and Positive Precepts; that they did not understand the reason and Design of the Sabbath's being Instituted; that they were wholly Ignorant of the distinction between Moral and Positive Precepts; cst pns32 vdd xx vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 vvn; cst pns32 vbdr av-jn j pp-f dt n1 p-acp j cc j n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 385 Page 20
1751 and finally that they had not yet learn'd the meaning of that passage in their own Scriptures, I will have Mercy, and not Sacrifice. and finally that they had not yet learned the meaning of that passage in their own Scriptures, I will have Mercy, and not Sacrifice. cc av-j cst pns32 vhd xx av j dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp po32 d n2, pns11 vmb vhi n1, cc xx vvi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 385 Page 20
1752 As to his being dangerous to the Government, or guilty of Treason against Caesar, he ever carefully declin'd what might but look that way. As to his being dangerous to the Government, or guilty of Treason against Caesar, he ever carefully declined what might but look that Way. c-acp p-acp po31 vbg j p-acp dt n1, cc j pp-f n1 p-acp np1, pns31 av av-j vvn r-crq vmd cc-acp vvi d n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 385 Page 20
1753 He would not upon any occasion intermeddle in Secular Affairs, and therefore when one desir'd him but to speak to his brother to divide the inheritance with him, he replied, Man who made me a Judge or a Divider over you? When he perceiv'd the People, apprehending him to be the Messiah, would have set him up for their King, he immediately withdrew from amongst them. He would not upon any occasion intermeddle in Secular Affairs, and Therefore when one desired him but to speak to his brother to divide the inheritance with him, he replied, Man who made me a Judge or a Divider over you? When he perceived the People, apprehending him to be the Messiah, would have Set him up for their King, he immediately withdrew from among them. pns31 vmd xx p-acp d n1 vvi p-acp j n2, cc av c-crq crd vvd pno31 p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vvd, n1 r-crq vvd pno11 dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp pn22? c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1, vvg pno31 pc-acp vbi dt np1, vmd vhi vvn pno31 a-acp p-acp po32 n1, pns31 av-j vvd p-acp p-acp pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 385 Page 20
1754 When his Enemies put a Question to him, concerning paying tribute to Caesar, with a design only to ensnare him, When his Enemies put a Question to him, Concerning paying tribute to Caesar, with a Design only to ensnare him, c-crq po31 n2 vvd dt n1 p-acp pno31, vvg vvg n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 av-j pc-acp vvi pno31, (10) sermon (DIV1) 385 Page 21
1755 though for that reason he gave them an answer only in general terms, such as they could lay no hold on to his disadvantage, yet it was such as seem'd evidently to favour the paying it; though for that reason he gave them an answer only in general terms, such as they could lay no hold on to his disadvantage, yet it was such as seemed evidently to favour the paying it; cs p-acp d n1 pns31 vvd pno32 dt n1 av-j p-acp j n2, d c-acp pns32 vmd vvi dx n1 p-acp p-acp po31 n1, av pn31 vbds d c-acp vvd av-j pc-acp vvi dt vvg pn31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 385 Page 21
1756 and he did at another time pay Tribute for himself and Peter, at the Expence of a Miracle, which whether it were to the use of the Temple, and he did At Another time pay Tribute for himself and Peter, At the Expense of a Miracle, which whither it were to the use of the Temple, cc pns31 vdd p-acp j-jn n1 vvi n1 p-acp px31 cc np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq cs pn31 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 385 Page 21
1757 or to Caesar, was however an instance (as our Saviour himself makes it) of his care not to offend. When Pilate examin'd him about his being a King, he tells him, that his Kingdom was not of this world, and assigns that as the Reason why his Servants were not to fight for him. To conclude this particular; or to Caesar, was however an instance (as our Saviour himself makes it) of his care not to offend. When Pilate examined him about his being a King, he tells him, that his Kingdom was not of this world, and assigns that as the Reason why his Servants were not to fight for him. To conclude this particular; cc pc-acp np1, vbds a-acp dt n1 (p-acp po12 n1 px31 vvz pn31) pp-f po31 n1 xx pc-acp vvi. c-crq np1 vvd pno31 p-acp po31 vbg dt n1, pns31 vvz pno31, cst po31 n1 vbds xx pp-f d n1, cc vvz d p-acp dt n1 c-crq po31 n2 vbdr xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. pc-acp vvi d j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 385 Page 21
1758 as during the appointed time of his Ministry, he escap'd falling into their hands, because they could find nothing whereof to accuse him; as during the appointed time of his Ministry, he escaped falling into their hands, Because they could find nothing whereof to accuse him; c-acp p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvd vvg p-acp po32 n2, c-acp pns32 vmd vvi pix q-crq pc-acp vvi pno31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 386 Page 21
1759 so when they were at last determin'd right or wrong to cut him off, we are told, that they sought false witnesses against him, but found none: yea, so when they were At last determined right or wrong to Cut him off, we Are told, that they sought false Witnesses against him, but found none: yea, av c-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp ord vvd av-jn cc n-jn pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp, pns12 vbr vvn, cst pns32 vvd j n2 p-acp pno31, p-acp vvn pix: uh, (10) sermon (DIV1) 386 Page 21
1760 though many came, yet found they none that could agree in their Evidence. But this is said by his Friends. Be it so; though many Come, yet found they none that could agree in their Evidence. But this is said by his Friends. Be it so; cs d vvd, av vvd pns32 pix cst vmd vvi p-acp po32 n1. p-acp d vbz vvn p-acp po31 n2. vbb pn31 av; (10) sermon (DIV1) 386 Page 21
1761 but the thing speaks it self. but the thing speaks it self. cc-acp dt n1 vvz pn31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 386 Page 21
1762 The matter alledged by the two that appear'd against him, was a manifest misinterpretation of his Words, they applying to the Temple, what he spake of his own Body. And after all, the High-Priest was able to find nothing to charge him with, The matter alleged by the two that appeared against him, was a manifest misinterpretation of his Words, they applying to the Temple, what he spoke of his own Body. And After all, the High-Priest was able to find nothing to charge him with, dt n1 vvn p-acp dt crd cst vvd p-acp pno31, vbds dt j n1 pp-f po31 n2, pns32 vvg p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns31 vvd pp-f po31 d n1. cc p-acp d, dt n1 vbds j pc-acp vvi pix pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp, (10) sermon (DIV1) 386 Page 21
1763 but what he own'd himself, out of Reverence to the Name of God, by which he was adjur'd, but what he owned himself, out of reverence to the Name of God, by which he was adjured, cc-acp q-crq pns31 j-vvn px31, av pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds vvn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 386 Page 21
1764 namely, that he was the Son of God, or the Messiah. As for Pilate, he openly declar'd his Innocency, in most full and emphatical Terms. namely, that he was the Son of God, or the Messiah. As for Pilate, he openly declared his Innocency, in most full and emphatical Terms. av, cst pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt np1. c-acp p-acp np1, pns31 av-j vvd po31 n1, p-acp ds j cc j n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 386 Page 21
1765 For when he had call'd together the chief Priests, and the Rulers, and the People, he said unto them, Ye have brought this Man unto me, For when he had called together the chief Priests, and the Rulers, and the People, he said unto them, You have brought this Man unto me, p-acp c-crq pns31 vhd vvn av dt j-jn n2, cc dt n2, cc dt n1, pns31 vvd p-acp pno32, pn22 vhb vvn d n1 p-acp pno11, (10) sermon (DIV1) 386 Page 21
1766 as one that perverteth the people; as one that perverteth the people; c-acp pi cst vvz dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 386 Page 22
1767 and behold, I having examin'd him before you, find no fault in this Man, touching those things whereof ye accuse him; and behold, I having examined him before you, find no fault in this Man, touching those things whereof you accuse him; cc vvb, pns11 vhg vvn pno31 p-acp pn22, vvb dx n1 p-acp d n1, vvg d n2 c-crq pn22 vvb pno31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 386 Page 22
1768 no nor yet Herod, &c. And he repeats it a second and a third time, expostulating the matter with them, Why, what evil hath he done? I have found no cause of death in him. no nor yet Herod, etc. And he repeats it a second and a third time, expostulating the matter with them, Why, what evil hath he done? I have found no cause of death in him. uh-dx ccx av np1, av cc pns31 vvz pn31 dt ord cc dt ord n1, vvg dt n1 p-acp pno32, uh-crq, r-crq n-jn vhz pns31 vdn? pns11 vhb vvn dx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 386 Page 22
1769 And at last, when he was prevail'd upon against his Conscience, to give him up into their hands, to shew that it was his settled Judgment, that he was Innocent, he took water, and wash'd his hands before the multitude, saying, I am innocent of the bloud of this just Person: see ye to it. And At last, when he was prevailed upon against his Conscience, to give him up into their hands, to show that it was his settled Judgement, that he was Innocent, he took water, and washed his hands before the multitude, saying, I am innocent of the blood of this just Person: see you to it. cc p-acp ord, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi cst pn31 vbds po31 j-vvn n1, cst pns31 vbds j-jn, pns31 vvd n1, cc vvn po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, vvg, pns11 vbm j-jn pp-f dt n1 pp-f d j n1: vvb pn22 p-acp pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 386 Page 22
1770 And what could have been a fuller vindication of our Lord, than this was? And what could have been a fuller vindication of our Lord, than this was? cc q-crq vmd vhi vbn dt jc n1 pp-f po12 n1, cs d vbds? (10) sermon (DIV1) 386 Page 22
1771 But it may be objected, that there are some Passages related by the Evangelists themselves, which seem liable to exception, such as these following, viz. Our Saviour's allowing and justifying his Disciples, in their deviating from what may seem an innocent Custom, taken up from the Tradition of their Fathers, But it may be objected, that there Are Some Passages related by the Evangelists themselves, which seem liable to exception, such as these following, viz. Our Saviour's allowing and justifying his Disciples, in their deviating from what may seem an innocent Custom, taken up from the Tradition of their Father's, p-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cst a-acp vbr d n2 vvn p-acp dt n2 px32, r-crq vvb j p-acp n1, d c-acp d vvg, n1 po12 ng1 j-vvg cc vvg po31 n2, p-acp po32 j-vvg p-acp q-crq vmb vvi dt j-jn n1, vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 387 Page 22
1772 and generally practis'd by the Jewish Nation, namely, to wash their hands before eating; and generally practised by the Jewish nation, namely, to wash their hands before eating; cc av-j vvn p-acp dt jp n1, av, pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp vvg; (10) sermon (DIV1) 387 Page 22
1773 and not only so, but severely rebuking and upbraiding the Scribes and Pharisees upon that occasion. and not only so, but severely rebuking and upbraiding the Scribes and Pharisees upon that occasion. cc xx av-j av, cc-acp av-j vvg cc vvg dt n2 cc np2 p-acp d n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 387 Page 22
1774 Likewise his riding in a kind of Triumph into Jerusalem, and when he came thither taking upon him Authority, Likewise his riding in a kind of Triumph into Jerusalem, and when he Come thither taking upon him authority, av po31 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, cc c-crq pns31 vvd av vvg p-acp pno31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 387 Page 22
1775 and by force driving the Buyers and Sellers out of the Temple. Farthermore, his speaking opprobriously of King Herod, saying, Go and tell that Fox. and by force driving the Buyers and Sellers out of the Temple. Farthermore, his speaking opprobriously of King Herod, saying, Go and tell that Fox. cc p-acp n1 vvg dt n2 cc n2 av pp-f dt n1. np1, po31 vvg av-j pp-f n1 np1, vvg, vvb cc vvi d n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 387 Page 22
1776 And lastly, his putting his Disciples in Mind of providing themselves with Swords, a little before his being Apprehended. And lastly, his putting his Disciples in Mind of providing themselves with Swords, a little before his being Apprehended. cc ord, po31 vvg po31 n2 p-acp n1 pp-f vvg px32 p-acp n2, dt j p-acp po31 vbg vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 387 Page 22
1777 These are all the Passages which I can recollect, which can with any pretence be Objected against what I have been alledging, of the Inoffensiveness of our Saviour's Life; These Are all the Passages which I can recollect, which can with any pretence be Objected against what I have been alleging, of the Inoffensiveness of our Saviour's Life; d vbr d dt n2 r-crq pns11 vmb vvi, r-crq vmb p-acp d n1 vbi vvn p-acp r-crq pns11 vhb vbn vvg, pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 387 Page 23
1778 of each of which I shall give a plain account in few words. of each of which I shall give a plain account in few words. pp-f d pp-f r-crq pns11 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp d n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 387 Page 23
1779 As to the Three first, I take them to be so many instances, in which our Saviour acted not as an ordinary Person; As to the Three First, I take them to be so many instances, in which our Saviour acted not as an ordinary Person; c-acp p-acp dt crd ord, pns11 vvb pno32 pc-acp vbi av d n2, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvd xx p-acp dt j n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 388 Page 23
1780 but as One who had receiv'd a special Commission from God, as he was a Prophet, nay, much more than a Prophet, the Messiah and Son of God, and as such he us'd a Freedom, but as One who had received a special Commission from God, as he was a Prophet, nay, much more than a Prophet, the Messiah and Son of God, and as such he used a Freedom, cc-acp c-acp pi r-crq vhd vvn dt j n1 p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vbds dt n1, uh, av-d av-dc cs dt n1, dt np1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cc c-acp d pns31 vvd dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 388 Page 23
1781 and exercis'd an Authority, which might indeed prove offensive, but yet very well became his Character. and exercised an authority, which might indeed prove offensive, but yet very well became his Character. cc vvn dt n1, r-crq vmd av vvi j, cc-acp av av av vvd po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 388 Page 23
1782 When he allow'd his Disciples in their transgressing the Tradition of the Elders, not washing their hands when they did eat bread, 'tis plain, that he did not account the practice of the Scribes and Pharisees in that instance to be innocent. When he allowed his Disciples in their transgressing the Tradition of the Elders, not washing their hands when they did eat bred, it's plain, that he did not account the practice of the Scribes and Pharisees in that instance to be innocent. c-crq pns31 vvn po31 n2 p-acp po32 vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n2-jn, xx vvg po32 n2 c-crq pns32 vdd vvi n1, pn31|vbz j, cst pns31 vdd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc np2 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi j-jn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 389 Page 23
1783 They used that Ceremony superstitiously, laying a great stress upon it, as if it had been expresly commanded by God, They used that Ceremony superstitiously, laying a great stress upon it, as if it had been expressly commanded by God, pns32 vvd cst n1 av-j, vvg dt j n1 p-acp pn31, c-acp cs pn31 vhd vbn av-j vvn p-acp np1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 389 Page 23
1784 nay as if it had some Moral Goodness in it, and to eat with unwashen hands really defil'd a man. For this Reason our Lord is said to have call'd the multitude, and said unto them, Hear and understand. nay as if it had Some Moral goodness in it, and to eat with unwashen hands really defiled a man. For this Reason our Lord is said to have called the multitude, and said unto them, Hear and understand. uh-x a-acp cs pn31 vhd d j n1 p-acp pn31, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 n2 av-j vvn dt n1. p-acp d n1 po12 n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1, cc vvd p-acp pno32, vvb cc vvi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 389 Page 23
1785 Not that which goeth into the Mouth defiles a Man: Not that which Goes into the Mouth defiles a Man: xx d r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 389 Page 23
1786 but that which cometh out of the Mouth, this defileth a Man. Nay, they did not only urge this, but that which comes out of the Mouth, this Defileth a Man. Nay, they did not only urge this, cc-acp cst r-crq vvz av pp-f dt n1, d vvz dt n1 uh, pns32 vdd xx av-j vvi d, (10) sermon (DIV1) 389 Page 23
1787 and other of their Traditions, as necessary to be observ'd, teaching for Doctrines, the Commandments of men; and other of their Traditions, as necessary to be observed, teaching for Doctrines, the commandments of men; cc n-jn pp-f po32 n2, c-acp j pc-acp vbi vvn, vvg p-acp n2, dt n2 pp-f n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 389 Page 23
1788 but as he farther tells them, they transgrest even the plainest and most indispensable Commands of God, by their Traditions; but as he farther tells them, they transgressed even the Plainest and most indispensable Commands of God, by their Traditions; p-acp c-acp pns31 av-jc vvz pno32, pns32 vvd av dt js cc av-ds j vvz pp-f np1, p-acp po32 n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 389 Page 23
1789 for which he chargeth them with gross Hypocrisie, and rebukes them severely. for which he charges them with gross Hypocrisy, and rebukes them severely. p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp j n1, cc n2 pno32 av-j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 389 Page 23
1790 And certainly it very well became him, if he were the Messiah, to rectifie the Peoples Apprehensions in a matter of this great importance, And Certainly it very well became him, if he were the Messiah, to rectify the Peoples Apprehensions in a matter of this great importance, cc av-j pn31 av av vvd pno31, cs pns31 vbdr dt np1, pc-acp vvi dt ng1 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 389 Page 24
1791 and to teach them wherein Purity or Holiness did consist; and to teach them wherein Purity or Holiness did consist; cc pc-acp vvi pno32 c-crq n1 cc n1 vdd vvi; (10) sermon (DIV1) 389 Page 24
1792 as likewise openly to expose the Ignorance and the Hypocrisie of those blind Guides, as he there calls them. as likewise openly to expose the Ignorance and the Hypocrisy of those blind Guides, as he there calls them. c-acp av av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f d j n2, c-acp pns31 a-acp vvz pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 389 Page 24
1793 And therefore when his Disciples upon that occasion said to him, Knowest thou that the Pharisees were offended, And Therefore when his Disciples upon that occasion said to him, Knowest thou that the Pharisees were offended, cc av c-crq po31 n2 p-acp d n1 vvd p-acp pno31, vv2 pns21 d dt np2 vbdr vvn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 389 Page 24
1794 when they heard this saying? He answered and said, Every plant, which my heavenly Father hath not planted, shall be rooted up. when they herd this saying? He answered and said, Every plant, which my heavenly Father hath not planted, shall be rooted up. c-crq pns32 vvd d n-vvg? pns31 vvd cc vvd, d n1, r-crq po11 j n1 vhz xx vvn, vmb vbi vvn a-acp. (10) sermon (DIV1) 389 Page 24
1795 We never read, that either he did himself, or allow'd his Disciples to transgress any Divine Law, rightly understood; We never read, that either he did himself, or allowed his Disciples to transgress any Divine Law, rightly understood; pns12 av vvb, cst d pns31 vdd px31, cc vvn po31 n2 pc-acp vvi d j-jn n1, av-jn vvn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 389 Page 24
1796 so far from that, that he complied with all Humane Institutions, that were truly innocent. so Far from that, that he complied with all Humane Institutions, that were truly innocent. av av-j p-acp d, cst pns31 vvn p-acp d j n2, cst vbdr av-j j-jn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 389 Page 24
1797 We meet with no Objection made against his Behaviour in the Temple, or in the Synagogues, to which he constantly resorted, We meet with no Objection made against his Behaviour in the Temple, or in the Synagogues, to which he constantly resorted, pns12 vvb p-acp dx n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 av-j vvd, (10) sermon (DIV1) 389 Page 24
1798 though there were many Usages in both those places, which had no other foundation but Humane Institution or Custom. though there were many Usages in both those places, which had no other Foundation but Humane Institution or Custom. cs pc-acp vbdr d n2 p-acp d d n2, r-crq vhd dx j-jn n1 p-acp j n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 389 Page 24
1799 He celebrated the Feast of Dedication, which is known to have been appointed by Men, not by God. He celebrated the Feast of Dedication, which is known to have been appointed by Men, not by God. pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vbn vvn p-acp n2, xx p-acp np1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 389 Page 24
1800 Nay he else-where admonish'd his Disciples and the multitude, that since the Scribes and Pharisees sat in Moses's seat, all therefore whatsoever they bid them observe, (viz. as far as it was agreeable to Moses, whose Interpreters they were, Nay he elsewhere admonished his Disciples and the multitude, that since the Scribes and Pharisees sat in Moses's seat, all Therefore whatsoever they bid them observe, (viz. as Far as it was agreeable to Moses, whose Interpreters they were, uh-x pns31 av vvd po31 n2 cc dt n1, cst p-acp dt n2 cc np2 vvd p-acp npg1 n1, d av r-crq pns32 vvb pno32 vvi, (n1 c-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vbds j p-acp np1, rg-crq n2 pns32 vbdr, (10) sermon (DIV1) 389 Page 24
1801 or should have a fair probability of being so, even though they impos'd heavier burdens than Moses ever intended, or should have a fair probability of being so, even though they imposed Heavier burdens than Moses ever intended, cc vmd vhi dt j n1 pp-f vbg av, av cs pns32 vvn jc n2 cs np1 av vvd, (10) sermon (DIV1) 389 Page 24
1802 as the Words following seem to imply, yet if it were within the bounds of innocent practice) that they should observe and do, though not do after their works; as the Words following seem to imply, yet if it were within the bounds of innocent practice) that they should observe and do, though not do After their works; c-acp dt n2 vvg vvi pc-acp vvi, av cs pn31 vbdr p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1) d pns32 vmd vvi cc vdb, c-acp xx vdi p-acp po32 n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 389 Page 24
1803 for they said, and did not; for they said, and did not; c-acp pns32 vvd, cc vdd xx; (10) sermon (DIV1) 389 Page 24
1804 where he carefully distinguish'd between the Men, and their Office, commanding respect to be shew'n to the one, where he carefully distinguished between the Men, and their Office, commanding respect to be shown to the one, c-crq pns31 av-j vvn p-acp dt n2, cc po32 n1, vvg n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt pi, (10) sermon (DIV1) 389 Page 24
1805 when it was not due to the other. when it was not due to the other. c-crq pn31 vbds xx j-jn p-acp dt n-jn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 389 Page 24
1806 As to our Lord's Riding in a kind of Triumph into Jerusalem, a little before his Crucifixion, 'tis evident, that he then own'd himself the Messiah, by taking upon him to fulfil a Prophesie relating to him: As to our Lord's Riding in a kind of Triumph into Jerusalem, a little before his Crucifixion, it's evident, that he then owned himself the Messiah, by taking upon him to fulfil a Prophesy relating to him: p-acp p-acp po12 n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, dt j p-acp po31 n1, pn31|vbz j, cst pns31 av j-vvn n1 dt np1, p-acp vvg p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi dt vvb vvg p-acp pno31: (10) sermon (DIV1) 390 Page 25
1807 but he did it in such manner as to shew plainly, that he prerended not to an Earthly Kingdom, but he did it in such manner as to show plainly, that he prerended not to an Earthly Kingdom, cc-acp pns31 vdd pn31 p-acp d n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi av-j, cst pns31 vvn xx p-acp dt j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 390 Page 25
1808 nor design'd to give the Civil Power the least distusbance. nor designed to give the Civil Power the least distusbance. ccx vvd pc-acp vvi dt j n1 dt ds n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 390 Page 25
1809 Thus the Text sufficiently intimates, as the Evangelist eitus it from the Prophet, Tell ye the daughter of Sion, Thus the Text sufficiently intimates, as the Evangelist eitus it from the Prophet, Tell you the daughter of Sion, av dt n1 av-j vvz, c-acp dt np1 fw-la fw-la p-acp dt n1, vvb pn22 dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 390 Page 25
1810 Behold, thy King cometh unto thee, How! Not as the Kings of the Earth, in Pomp and Grandure; Behold, thy King comes unto thee, How! Not as the Kings of the Earth, in Pomp and Grandeur; vvb, po21 n1 vvz p-acp pno21, np1! xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 cc vvi; (10) sermon (DIV1) 390 Page 25
1811 but meek (or lowly) sitting upon an ass, and a colt the fole of an ass; but meek (or lowly) sitting upon an Ass, and a colt the sole of an Ass; cc-acp j (cc j) vvg p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 390 Page 25
1812 not usher'd in with Guards of Souldiers; but with the Acclamations of the well-meaning and unarmed Multitude. not ushered in with Guards of Soldiers; but with the Acclamations of the well-meaning and unarmed Multitude. xx vvd p-acp p-acp n2 pp-f n2; cc-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j cc j-vvn n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 390 Page 25
1813 And when he was come into the City, all the Authority he there exercised, was, where it was proper for him to do it, in his Father's house, driving out of the Temple those that had profan'd it, which he must reasonably be understood to have done, And when he was come into the city, all the authority he there exercised, was, where it was proper for him to do it, in his Father's house, driving out of the Temple those that had profaned it, which he must reasonably be understood to have done, cc c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, d dt n1 pns31 a-acp vvn, vbds, c-crq pn31 vbds j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vdi pn31, p-acp po31 ng1 n1, vvg av pp-f dt n1 d cst vhd vvn pn31, r-crq pns31 vmb av-j vbi vvn pc-acp vhi vdn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 390 Page 25
1814 as he was the Son of God. And indeed from the Success he had, in their leaving the Temple without resistance, both upon this and a former occasion, as he was the Son of God. And indeed from the Success he had, in their leaving the Temple without resistance, both upon this and a former occasion, c-acp pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1. cc av p-acp dt n1 pns31 vhd, p-acp po32 vvg dt n1 p-acp n1, av-d p-acp d cc dt j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 390 Page 25
1815 when he exercis'd the same Authority, it may well be inferr'd, that both his Commission and his Power were in these instances extraordinary. when he exercised the same authority, it may well be inferred, that both his Commission and his Power were in these instances extraordinary. c-crq pns31 vvn dt d n1, pn31 vmb av vbi vvn, cst d po31 n1 cc po31 n1 vbdr p-acp d n2 j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 390 Page 25
1816 As to his styling Herod, that Fox, it admits of the same answer. As to his styling Herod, that Fox, it admits of the same answer. c-acp p-acp po31 j-vvg np1, cst n1, pn31 vvz pp-f dt d n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 391 Page 25
1817 Whosoever is sent with a special Commission from God, is in the execution of that Commission greater than the greatest Prince upon Earth. Whosoever is sent with a special Commission from God, is in the execution of that Commission greater than the greatest Prince upon Earth. r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1, vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 jc cs dt js n1 p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 391 Page 25
1818 This no reasonable Man will deny; This no reasonable Man will deny; d dx j n1 vmb vvi; (10) sermon (DIV1) 391 Page 25
1819 and that our Lord in this instance took upon him to be thus Commission'd, is evident from the account which the Evangelist here gives. and that our Lord in this instance took upon him to be thus Commissioned, is evident from the account which the Evangelist Here gives. cc d po12 n1 p-acp d n1 vvd p-acp pno31 pc-acp vbi av np1, vbz j p-acp dt n1 r-crq dt np1 av vvz. (10) sermon (DIV1) 391 Page 26
1820 When the Pharisees bad him depart thence, because Herod would kill him, he said to them, Go ye and tell that Fox, When the Pharisees bade him depart thence, Because Herod would kill him, he said to them, Go you and tell that Fox, c-crq dt np2 vvd pno31 vvi av, c-acp np1 vmd vvi pno31, pns31 vvd p-acp pno32, vvb pn22 cc vvb d n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 391 Page 26
1821 Behold, I cast out devils, and I do cures to day and to morrow, and the third day I shall be perfected: Behold, I cast out Devils, and I do cures to day and to morrow, and the third day I shall be perfected: vvb, pns11 vvd av n2, cc pns11 vdb n2 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, cc dt ord n1 pns11 vmb vbi vvn: (10) sermon (DIV1) 391 Page 26
1822 Nevertheless I must walk to day, and to morrow, and the day following: for it cannot be that a Prophet perish out of Jerusalem. Nevertheless I must walk to day, and to morrow, and the day following: for it cannot be that a Prophet perish out of Jerusalem. av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, cc dt n1 vvg: c-acp pn31 vmbx vbi d dt n1 vvb av pp-f np1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 391 Page 26
1823 Where he styles himself a Prophet, lays claim to a Miraculous Power, and declares himself appointed to discharge an Office, which he should continue to do till the time determin'd of God was come. Where he styles himself a Prophet, lays claim to a Miraculous Power, and declares himself appointed to discharge an Office, which he should continue to do till the time determined of God was come. c-crq pns31 vvz px31 dt n1, vvz n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc vvz px31 vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1, r-crq pns31 vmd vvi pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n1 vvd pp-f np1 vbds vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 391 Page 26
1824 As to the remaining Instance, whosoever will consider the Text fairly, will easily be satisfied, that our Saviour's meaning was not to put his Disciples upon providing Swords for his defence, but only by a Symbolical way of speaking, to forewarn them of the distresses to which they were presently to be expos'd. As to the remaining Instance, whosoever will Consider the Text fairly, will Easily be satisfied, that our Saviour's meaning was not to put his Disciples upon providing Swords for his defence, but only by a Symbolical Way of speaking, to forewarn them of the Distresses to which they were presently to be exposed. c-acp p-acp dt j-vvg n1, r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 av-j, vmb av-j vbi vvn, cst po12 ng1 n1 vbds xx pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp vvg n2 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg, pc-acp vvi pno32 pp-f dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr av-j pc-acp vbi vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 392 Page 26
1825 For he had no sooner said, He that hath no Sword, let him sell his Garment and buy one; For he had no sooner said, He that hath no Sword, let him fell his Garment and buy one; p-acp pns31 vhd av-dx av-c vvn, pns31 cst vhz dx n1, vvb pno31 vvi po31 n1 cc vvi pi; (10) sermon (DIV1) 392 Page 26
1826 but he immediately adds, For I say unto you, that this which is written must needs be accomplished in me, but he immediately adds, For I say unto you, that this which is written must needs be accomplished in me, p-acp pns31 av-j vvz, c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, cst d r-crq vbz vvn vmb av vbi vvn p-acp pno11, (10) sermon (DIV1) 392 Page 26
1827 And he was reckon'd amongst the Transgressors; for the things concerning me have an end; And he was reckoned among the Transgressors; for the things Concerning me have an end; cc pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n2; p-acp dt n2 vvg pno11 vhi dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 392 Page 26
1828 whereby he plainly enough intimated, that he knew it was determin'd, that he should be then given up into his Enemies hands, whereby he plainly enough intimated, that he knew it was determined, that he should be then given up into his Enemies hands, c-crq pns31 av-j d vvn, cst pns31 vvd pn31 vbds vvd, cst pns31 vmd vbi av vvn a-acp p-acp po31 ng1 n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 392 Page 26
1829 and consequently could not desire them to attempt his rescue in vain. and consequently could not desire them to attempt his rescue in vain. cc av-j vmd xx vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 392 Page 26
1830 And accordingly when they said, Lord, behold here are two Swords, he reply'd, It is enough. Had he design'd to make use of their assistance for his defence, it had not been enough to have had two Swords; but by this short answer, he intimated, that he meant no such thing; And accordingly when they said, Lord, behold Here Are two Swords, he replied, It is enough. Had he designed to make use of their assistance for his defence, it had not been enough to have had two Swords; but by this short answer, he intimated, that he meant no such thing; cc av-vvg c-crq pns32 vvd, n1, vvb av vbr crd n2, pns31 vvd, pn31 vbz av-d. vhd pns31 vvn pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vhd xx vbn av-d pc-acp vhi vhn crd n2; p-acp p-acp d j n1, pns31 vvd, cst pns31 vvd dx d n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 392 Page 26
1831 as 'tis certain he did not, by his commanding Peter to sheath his Sword, as soon as he had drawn it; as it's certain he did not, by his commanding Peter to sheath his Sword, as soon as he had drawn it; c-acp pn31|vbz j pns31 vdd xx, p-acp po31 j-vvg np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, c-acp av c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pn31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 392 Page 27
1832 and his healing the Wound which it had made. and his healing the Wound which it had made. cc po31 n-vvg dt n1 r-crq pn31 vhd vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 392 Page 27
1833 So that notwithstanding the several Objections above mention'd, we may justly affirm, that our Saviour's demeanour was truly Innocent and Inoffensive. So that notwithstanding the several Objections above mentioned, we may justly affirm, that our Saviour's demeanour was truly Innocent and Inoffensive. av cst p-acp dt j n2 p-acp vvn, pns12 vmb av-j vvi, cst po12 ng1 n1 vbds av-j j-jn cc j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 392 Page 27
1834 There was farther observable in the Life of our Saviour perfect Simplicity and Integrity, mix'd with exact Prudence. There was farther observable in the Life of our Saviour perfect Simplicity and Integrity, mixed with exact Prudence. a-acp vbds jc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 j n1 cc n1, vvn p-acp j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 393 Page 27
1835 I joyn these together, as being rarely found in the same Person; I join these together, as being rarely found in the same Person; pns11 vvb d av, c-acp vbg av-j vvn p-acp dt d n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 394 Page 27
1836 but in our Blessed Saviour they were so perfectly joyn'd, as neither of them in the least to intrench upon the other. but in our Blessed Saviour they were so perfectly joined, as neither of them in the least to entrench upon the other. cc-acp p-acp po12 j-vvn n1 pns32 vbdr av av-j vvn, c-acp dx pp-f pno32 p-acp dt ds pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n-jn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 394 Page 27
1837 His Simplicity and Integrity appear'd, in his free and open Conversing with all sorts of people, without any other design but the doing good to their Souls or Bodies. His Simplicity and Integrity appeared, in his free and open Conversing with all sorts of people, without any other Design but the doing good to their Souls or Bodies. po31 n1 cc n1 vvd, p-acp po31 j cc av-j vvg p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, p-acp d j-jn n1 p-acp dt vdg j p-acp po32 n2 cc n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 395 Page 27
1838 Whosoever came to him with an honest desire to be instructed, he readily admitted them, Whosoever Come to him with an honest desire to be instructed, he readily admitted them, r-crq vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, pns31 av-j vvd pno32, (10) sermon (DIV1) 395 Page 27
1839 and discours'd plainly with them, in order to the informing their Judgments or directing their Practice. and discoursed plainly with them, in order to the informing their Judgments or directing their Practice. cc vvd av-j p-acp pno32, p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg po32 n2 cc vvg po32 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 395 Page 27
1840 He instructed his Disciples upon all occasions, in such Truths as might be useful to them, resolving their doubts, He instructed his Disciples upon all occasions, in such Truths as might be useful to them, resolving their doubts, pns31 vvd po31 n2 p-acp d n2, p-acp d n2 c-acp vmd vbi j p-acp pno32, vvg po32 n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 395 Page 27
1841 and explaining to them what they did not well apprehend at the first hearing. He never flatter'd them with vain hopes of Secular Preferments; and explaining to them what they did not well apprehend At the First hearing. He never flattered them with vain hope's of Secular Preferments; cc vvg p-acp pno32 r-crq pns32 vdd xx av vvi p-acp dt ord n-vvg. pns31 av-x vvd pno32 p-acp j n2 pp-f j n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 395 Page 27
1842 but often forewarn'd them of his own and their Sufferings. but often forewarned them of his own and their Sufferings. cc-acp av vvn pno32 pp-f po31 d cc po32 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 395 Page 27
1843 He treated them with that Freedom, which, as he himself told them, was us'd towards Friends, not Servants, discovering to them as much of the Will of God, He treated them with that Freedom, which, as he himself told them, was used towards Friends, not Servants, discovering to them as much of the Will of God, pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp d n1, r-crq, c-acp pns31 px31 vvd pno32, vbds vvn p-acp n2, xx n2, vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 395 Page 27
1844 as they could bear to know. as they could bear to know. c-acp pns32 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 395 Page 27
1845 When at any time they misbehav'd themselves, he admonish'd and reprov'd them, always kindly, but more or less sharply according to the occasion. When At any time they misbehaved themselves, he admonished and reproved them, always kindly, but more or less sharply according to the occasion. c-crq p-acp d n1 pns32 vvn px32, pns31 vvd cc vvd pno32, av av-j, cc-acp av-dc cc av-dc av-j vvg p-acp dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 395 Page 28
1846 In conversing with his Enemies, he freely rebuk'd them for their Vices, detected and expos'd their Hypocrisie, In conversing with his Enemies, he freely rebuked them for their Vices, detected and exposed their Hypocrisy, p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n2, pns31 av-j vvn pno32 p-acp po32 n2, vvn cc vvn po32 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 395 Page 28
1847 and told them the Truth so plainly, that for that reason they sought to kill him. and told them the Truth so plainly, that for that reason they sought to kill him. cc vvd pno32 dt n1 av av-j, cst p-acp d n1 pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 395 Page 28
1848 He very often said enough to convince them, that he own'd himself the Messiah, and they apprehended as much, He very often said enough to convince them, that he owned himself the Messiah, and they apprehended as much, pns31 av av vvd av-d pc-acp vvi pno32, cst pns31 j-vvn px31 dt np1, cc pns32 vvd p-acp d, (10) sermon (DIV1) 395 Page 28
1849 though he did it usually in such Terms, as they could 〈 … 〉 hold of, till he had finish'd his Ministry; though he did it usually in such Terms, as they could 〈 … 〉 hold of, till he had finished his Ministry; cs pns31 vdd pn31 av-j p-acp d n2, c-acp pns32 vmd 〈 … 〉 vvb pp-f, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn po31 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 395 Page 28
1850 and then, when he knew that the doing so would immediately expose him to their Malice, yet being adjur'd by the High-Priest, he plainly own'd himself the Christ, the •on of God, and as freely confest to 〈 ◊ 〉, that he was the King of the Jews. and then, when he knew that the doing so would immediately expose him to their Malice, yet being adjured by the High-Priest, he plainly owned himself the christ, the •on of God, and as freely confessed to 〈 ◊ 〉, that he was the King of the jews. cc av, c-crq pns31 vvd cst dt vdg av vmd av-j vvi pno31 p-acp po32 n1, av vbg vvn p-acp dt n1, pns31 av-j j-vvn n1 dt np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, cc c-acp av-j vvn p-acp 〈 sy 〉, cst pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt np2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 395 Page 28
1851 So conscious was he, that his Life had been all of a piece, that when the High-Priest ask'd him of his Disciples and of his Poctrine, he could make his Appeal in those words, I spake openly to the World, I ever taught in the Synagogue and in the Temple, whither the Jews always resort, So conscious was he, that his Life had been all of a piece, that when the High-Priest asked him of his Disciples and of his Poctrine, he could make his Appeal in those words, I spoke openly to the World, I ever taught in the Synagogue and in the Temple, whither the jews always resort, av j vbds pns31, cst po31 n1 vhd vbn d pp-f dt n1, cst c-crq dt n1 vvd pno31 pp-f po31 n2 cc pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n2, pns11 vvd av-j p-acp dt n1, pns11 av vvn p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt np2 av n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 395 Page 28
1852 and in secret have I said nothing, Why askest thou me? Ask them which heard me what I have said unto them. and in secret have I said nothing, Why askest thou me? Ask them which herd me what I have said unto them. cc p-acp j-jn vhb pns11 vvd pix, q-crq vv2 pns21 pno11? vvb pno32 r-crq vvd pno11 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 395 Page 28
1853 Behold, they know what I said. Behold, they know what I said. vvb, pns32 vvb r-crq pns11 vvd. (10) sermon (DIV1) 395 Page 28
1854 He knew so assuredly that he could not be charg'd with the least falshood throughout the course of his Life, that he could say to Pitate, To this end was I born, He knew so assuredly that he could not be charged with the least falsehood throughout the course of his Life, that he could say to Pitate, To this end was I born, pns31 vvd av av-vvn cst pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp dt ds n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp vvi, p-acp d n1 vbds pns11 vvn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 395 Page 28
1855 and for this cause came I into the world, that I should bear witness 〈 ◊ 〉 Truth. and for this cause Come I into the world, that I should bear witness 〈 ◊ 〉 Truth. cc p-acp d n1 vvd pns11 p-acp dt n1, cst pns11 vmd vvi vvi 〈 sy 〉 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 395 Page 28
1856 His 〈 ◊ 〉 •udence appear'd as evidently in disciplining his Disciples, gradually as they were able to hear. His 〈 ◊ 〉 •udence appeared as evidently in disciplining his Disciples, gradually as they were able to hear. po31 〈 sy 〉 n1 vvd a-acp av-j p-acp vvg po31 n2, av-jn c-acp pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 396 Page 28
1857 To which purpose he consider'd their Pre•••••, and reveal'd that to them by parcels and 〈 ◊ 〉, which they could not receive all at once. To which purpose he considered their Pre•••••, and revealed that to them by parcels and 〈 ◊ 〉, which they could not receive all At once. p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vvn po32 np1, cc vvd cst p-acp pno32 p-acp n2 cc 〈 sy 〉, r-crq pns32 vmd xx vvi d p-acp a-acp. (10) sermon (DIV1) 396 Page 28
1858 His being appointed to suffer, and their obligation to imitate him, were Truths necessary to be known by them, but hard to be receiv'd; His being appointed to suffer, and their obligation to imitate him, were Truths necessary to be known by them, but hard to be received; po31 vbg vvn pc-acp vvi, cc po32 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, vbdr n2 j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32, cc-acp av-j pc-acp vbi vvn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 396 Page 29
1859 therefore he often gave them hints thereof, without insisting long at a time upon them, making them still more sensible of them, as the time drew near. Therefore he often gave them hints thereof, without insisting long At a time upon them, making them still more sensible of them, as the time drew near. av pns31 av vvd pno32 n2 av, p-acp vvg av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32, vvg pno32 av av-dc j pp-f pno32, c-acp dt n1 vvd av-j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 396 Page 29
1860 He tells them, that he had forborn to say divers things to them from the beginning, because he was with them, which yet he thought fit to impart before he left them; He tells them, that he had forborn to say diverse things to them from the beginning, Because he was with them, which yet he Thought fit to impart before he left them; pns31 vvz pno32, cst pns31 vhd vvn pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vbds p-acp pno32, r-crq av pns31 vvd j pc-acp vvi c-acp pns31 vvd pno32; (10) sermon (DIV1) 396 Page 29
1861 he deliver'd to them in Parables, what they could not bear in express terms. he Delivered to them in Parables, what they could not bear in express terms. pns31 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp n2, r-crq pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp j n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 396 Page 29
1862 At the very last he referr'd some things to the Revelation of the Spirit, after his Resurrection, At the very last he referred Some things to the Revelation of the Spirit, After his Resurrection, p-acp dt av ord pns31 vvn d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 396 Page 29
1863 because they could not bear them then, And for the same reason he did not put them upon some Exercises, that of fasting in particular, not only as being unseasonable whilst he was with them, but because they were not yet sufficiently prepar'd and dispos'd for the Severities of Religion. Because they could not bear them then, And for the same reason he did not put them upon Some Exercises, that of fasting in particular, not only as being unseasonable while he was with them, but Because they were not yet sufficiently prepared and disposed for the Severities of Religion. c-acp pns32 vmd xx vvi pno32 av, cc p-acp dt d n1 pns31 vdd xx vvi pno32 p-acp d n2, cst pp-f vvg p-acp j, xx av-j c-acp vbg j cs pns31 vbds p-acp pno32, p-acp c-acp pns32 vbdr xx av av-j vvd cc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 396 Page 29
1864 But more especially the great Prudence of our Saviour's Life was evidenc'd, by his managing himself in such manner, But more especially the great Prudence of our Saviour's Life was evidenced, by his managing himself in such manner, p-acp av-dc av-j dt j n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1 vbds vvn, p-acp po31 n-vvg px31 p-acp d n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 397 Page 29
1865 as that notwithstanding all the Craft and Malice of his Enemies, he did not fall into their hands, till he had finish'd the work which God had given him to do. as that notwithstanding all the Craft and Malice of his Enemies, he did not fallen into their hands, till he had finished the work which God had given him to do. c-acp cst p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n2, pns31 vdd xx vvi p-acp po32 n2, c-acp pns31 vhd vvd dt n1 r-crq np1 vhd vvn pno31 pc-acp vdi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 397 Page 29
1866 To which purpose, when at any time he perceiv'd their designs against him, he immediately withdrew to some other place, To which purpose, when At any time he perceived their designs against him, he immediately withdrew to Some other place, p-acp r-crq n1, c-crq p-acp d n1 pns31 vvd po32 n2 p-acp pno31, pns31 av-j vvd p-acp d j-jn n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 397 Page 29
1867 and thereby escap'd, of which the Evangelists give us many instances. and thereby escaped, of which the Evangelists give us many instances. cc av vvn, pp-f r-crq dt n2 vvb pno12 d n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 397 Page 29
1868 Nay, when sometimes they appear'd more favourably inclin'd towards him, yet he did not commit himself to them, because he knew what was in them. Nay, when sometime they appeared more favourably inclined towards him, yet he did not commit himself to them, Because he knew what was in them. uh-x, c-crq av pns32 vvd av-dc av-j vvn p-acp pno31, av pns31 vdd xx vvi px31 p-acp pno32, c-acp pns31 vvd r-crq vbds p-acp pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 397 Page 29
1869 Upon the same account, he sometimes forbad those whom he had Cur'd, to divulge his Miracles, and at other times charg'd his Disciples not to say that he was the Christ. Upon the same account, he sometime forbade those whom he had Cured, to divulge his Miracles, and At other times charged his Disciples not to say that he was the christ. p-acp dt d n1, pns31 av vvd d r-crq pns31 vhd j-vvn, pc-acp vvi po31 n2, cc p-acp j-jn n2 vvd po31 n2 xx pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vbds dt np1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 397 Page 29
1870 When his Adversaries of all sorts came to tempt him, by putting captious Questions to him, he gave them such Answers, When his Adversaries of all sorts Come to tempt him, by putting captious Questions to him, he gave them such Answers, c-crq po31 n2 pp-f d n2 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31, p-acp vvg j n2 p-acp pno31, pns31 vvd pno32 d n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 397 Page 30
1871 as they could not possibly make any advantage of. as they could not possibly make any advantage of. c-acp pns32 vmd xx av-j vvi d n1 pp-f. (10) sermon (DIV1) 397 Page 30
1872 When they demanded of him by what Authority he acted, he replyed by asking them another question, which he knew they durst not Answer. When they demanded of him by what authority he acted, he replied by asking them Another question, which he knew they durst not Answer. c-crq pns32 vvd pp-f pno31 p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vvd, pns31 vvd p-acp vvg pno32 j-jn n1, r-crq pns31 vvd pns32 vvd xx n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 397 Page 30
1873 When they askt his Opinion about giving Tribute to Caesar, he return'd such an Answer, as sent them away with Silence and Admiration. When they asked his Opinion about giving Tribute to Caesar, he returned such an Answer, as sent them away with Silence and Admiration. c-crq pns32 vvd po31 n1 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vvd d dt n1, c-acp vvd pno32 av p-acp n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 397 Page 30
1874 And this may serve as a Third Instance, wherein the Life of our Blessed Saviour is an Instruction and Pattern to us. And this may serve as a Third Instance, wherein the Life of our Blessed Saviour is an Instruction and Pattern to us. cc d vmb vvi p-acp dt ord n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1 vbz dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12. (10) sermon (DIV1) 397 Page 30
1875 The main Instances are yet behind, which I must reserve for my next Lecture. FINIS. The main Instances Are yet behind, which I must reserve for my next Lecture. FINIS. dt j n2 vbr av a-acp, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 ord n1. fw-la. (10) sermon (DIV1) 397 Page 30
1876 1 TIM. I. XV. 1 TIM. I. XV. crd n1. pns11. crd. (11) sermon (DIV1) 397 Page 1
1877 This is a faithful Saying, and worthy of all Acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the World, to save Sinners, — This is a faithful Saying, and worthy of all Acceptation, that christ jesus Come into the World, to save Sinners, — d vbz dt j vvg, cc j pp-f d n1, cst np1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi n2, — (11) sermon (DIV1) 398 Page 1
1878 IN my last Lecture upon these Words, I endeavoured to shew the Credibility of this Saying recommended by St. Paul, from the Excellency of that Pattern, which the Christian Institution proposeth to us, in the Life of our blessed Saviour, this being one Part of that Method, in which Christ Jesus saveth Sinners, Viz. That he did not only instruct us in the Particulars of our Duty by his Doctrine, but moreover hath left us an Example for our Imitation. IN my last Lecture upon these Words, I endeavoured to show the Credibility of this Saying recommended by Saint Paul, from the Excellency of that Pattern, which the Christian Institution Proposeth to us, in the Life of our blessed Saviour, this being one Part of that Method, in which christ jesus Saveth Sinners, Viz. That he did not only instruct us in the Particulars of our Duty by his Doctrine, but moreover hath left us an Exampl for our Imitation. p-acp po11 ord n1 p-acp d n2, pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d vvg vvn p-acp n1 np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq dt njp n1 vvz p-acp pno12, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1, d vbg crd n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp r-crq np1 np1 vvz n2, av cst pns31 vdd xx av-j vvi pno12 p-acp dt n2-j pp-f po12 n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp av vhz vvn pno12 dt n1 p-acp po12 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 399 Page 1
1879 In treating on this Argument, I observed, In treating on this Argument, I observed, p-acp vvg p-acp d n1, pns11 vvd, (11) sermon (DIV1) 400 Page 1
1880 First, That the very Manner of our Saviour's Appearing and Dwelling upon Earth, the External Condition and Circumstances of his Life, First, That the very Manner of our Saviour's Appearing and Dwelling upon Earth, the External Condition and circumstances of his Life, ord, cst dt j n1 pp-f po12 ng1 vvg cc j-vvg p-acp n1, dt j n1 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 401 Page 1
1881 whilst he sojourned amongst us, were very instructive and examplary to us. while he sojourned among us, were very instructive and exemplary to us. cs pns31 vvd p-acp pno12, vbdr av j cc j p-acp pno12. (11) sermon (DIV1) 401 Page 1
1882 Secondly, That the Manner of our Saviour's Demeanor in these Circumstances, his Moral Qualifications and Actions, did in an especial manner exemplifie to us those Virtues which we are concern'd to imitate. Under this Head, I observ'd, Secondly, That the Manner of our Saviour's Demeanour in these circumstances, his Moral Qualifications and Actions, did in an especial manner exemplify to us those Virtues which we Are concerned to imitate. Under this Head, I observed, ord, cst dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1 p-acp d n2, po31 j n2 cc n2, vdd p-acp dt j n1 vvi p-acp pno12 d n2 r-crq pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi. p-acp d n1, pns11 vvd, (11) sermon (DIV1) 402 Page 1
1883 That the Life of our Saviour was truly Humane, every way suited to the Condition of Humane Nature, That the Life of our Saviour was truly Humane, every Way suited to the Condition of Humane Nature, cst dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbds av-j j, d n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 403 Page 2
1884 as it was of God's Creation, and consequently fit to be proposed to us as our Pattern. as it was of God's Creation, and consequently fit to be proposed to us as our Pattern. c-acp pn31 vbds pp-f npg1 n1, cc av-j j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 403 Page 2
1885 That it was a Life perfectly Innocent and Inoffensive. That it was a Life perfectly Innocent and Inoffensive. cst pn31 vbds dt n1 av-j j-jn cc j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 404 Page 2
1886 That it was Remarkable, for an unusual Conjunction of the greatest Simplicity and Integrity, with an exact Prudence. That it was Remarkable, for an unusual Conjunction of the greatest Simplicity and Integrity, with an exact Prudence. cst pn31 vbds j, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt js n1 cc n1, p-acp dt j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 405 Page 2
1887 Thus far I have proceeded, and now go on to what remains, viz. to enumerate diverse other Moral Qualifications, which were exemplified to us in an Eminent and Conspicuous Manner, in the same Life, such as these following; a genuine and substantial Piety; Thus Far I have proceeded, and now go on to what remains, viz. to enumerate diverse other Moral Qualifications, which were exemplified to us in an Eminent and Conspicuous Manner, in the same Life, such as these following; a genuine and substantial Piety; av av-j pns11 vhb vvn, cc av vvb a-acp p-acp r-crq vvz, n1 pc-acp vvi j j-jn j n2, r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j cc j n1, p-acp dt d n1, d c-acp d vvg; dt j cc j n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 405 Page 2
1888 a large and disinter ested Charity; a spotless Purity; a profound Humility; an unparallel'd Meekness, Gentleness, and Patience; a large and disinter ested Charity; a spotless Purity; a profound Humility; an unparalleled Meekness, Gentleness, and Patience; dt j cc n1 vvd n1; dt j n1; dt j n1; dt j n1, n1, cc n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 405 Page 2
1889 and lastly, a true and sedate Courage, accompanied with an unshaken Resolution and Constancy of Mind. and lastly, a true and sedate Courage, accompanied with an unshaken Resolution and Constancy of Mind. cc ord, dt j cc vvi n1, vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 405 Page 2
1890 The Consideration of each of these will be the Business of the present Lecture. The Consideration of each of these will be the Business of the present Lecture. dt n1 pp-f d pp-f d vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 405 Page 2
1891 In the Life of our blessed Saviour we have an Example of a genuine and substantial Piety, by which I mean a great Sense of, In the Life of our blessed Saviour we have an Exampl of a genuine and substantial Piety, by which I mean a great Sense of, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1 pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1, p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb dt j n1 pp-f, (11) sermon (DIV1) 406 Page 2
1892 and Regard to Almighty God, testified by all such Expressions, as are suitable to the Nature of God, and Regard to Almighty God, testified by all such Expressions, as Are suitable to the Nature of God, cc vvb p-acp j-jn np1, vvn p-acp d d n2, c-acp vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 406 Page 2
1893 and the Relation between God and Man. and the Relation between God and Man. cc dt n1 p-acp np1 cc n1 (11) sermon (DIV1) 406 Page 2
1894 Thus for Instance, as he ever profess'd that he came from God, and was sent by him; Thus for Instance, as he ever professed that he Come from God, and was sent by him; av p-acp n1, c-acp pns31 av vvn cst pns31 vvd p-acp np1, cc vbds vvn p-acp pno31; (11) sermon (DIV1) 407 Page 2
1895 so he constantly acknowledged God in all his Ways, assuming nothing to himself, but as derived from, and depending upon the Father. so he constantly acknowledged God in all his Ways, assuming nothing to himself, but as derived from, and depending upon the Father. av pns31 av-j vvd np1 p-acp d po31 n2, vvg pix p-acp px31, cc-acp c-acp vvn p-acp, cc vvg p-acp dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 407 Page 2
1896 He declared, that the Son could do nothing of himself, but what he saw the Father do. He declared, that the Son could do nothing of himself, but what he saw the Father do. pns31 vvd, cst dt n1 vmd vdi pix pp-f px31, cc-acp q-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 vdb. (11) sermon (DIV1) 407 Page 2
1897 He ascrib'd both his Doctrine and his Works to the Father. He ascribed both his Doctrine and his Works to the Father. pns31 vvn d po31 n1 cc po31 vvz p-acp dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 407 Page 2
1898 The Word• that I speak unto you (saith he) I speak not of John 10. my self: The Word• that I speak unto you (Says he) I speak not of John 10. my self: dt np1 cst pns11 vvb p-acp pn22 (vvz pns31) pns11 vvb xx pp-f np1 crd po11 n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 407 Page 3
1899 but the Father, that dwelleth in me, he doth the Works. but the Father, that dwells in me, he does the Works. cc-acp dt n1, cst vvz p-acp pno11, pns31 vdz dt vvz. (11) sermon (DIV1) 407 Page 3
1900 Upon the return of the Disciples, whom he had sent abroad, and their giving him an Account of their Success, he ascribed it all to God, saying, All things are delivered to me of my Father; Upon the return of the Disciples, whom he had sent abroad, and their giving him an Account of their Success, he ascribed it all to God, saying, All things Are Delivered to me of my Father; p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, ro-crq pns31 vhd vvn av, cc po32 vvg pno31 dt vvb pp-f po32 n1, pns31 vvd pn31 d p-acp np1, vvg, d n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno11 pp-f po11 n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 407 Page 3
1901 joining to this Acknowledgment, as his Custom was upon other the like Occasions, a pious and devout Ejaculation to God, lifting up his Eyes to Heaven, joining to this Acknowledgment, as his Custom was upon other the like Occasions, a pious and devout Ejaculation to God, lifting up his Eyes to Heaven, vvg p-acp d n1, c-acp po31 n1 vbds p-acp j-jn dt j n2, dt j cc j n1 p-acp np1, vvg a-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 407 Page 3
1902 and owning the wisdom and Goodness of God, in the Dispensations of his Providence, for so the Evangelist there tells us, that Jesus rejoyced in Spirit, and said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of Heaven and Earth, that thou hast hid these things from the Wise and Prudent, and owning the Wisdom and goodness of God, in the Dispensations of his Providence, for so the Evangelist there tells us, that jesus rejoiced in Spirit, and said, I thank thee, Oh Father, Lord of Heaven and Earth, that thou hast hid these things from the Wise and Prudent, cc vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp av dt np1 pc-acp vvz pno12, cst np1 vvd p-acp n1, cc vvd, pns11 vvb pno21, uh n1, n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cst pns21 vh2 vvn d n2 p-acp dt j cc j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 407 Page 3
1903 and hast revealed them unto Babes; even so Father, for it so seemed good in thy sight. and hast revealed them unto Babes; even so Father, for it so seemed good in thy sighed. cc vh2 vvn pno32 p-acp n2; av av n1, c-acp pn31 av vvd j p-acp po21 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 407 Page 3
1904 As he discovered a deep Sense of God upon his Mind, by such occasional Devotions, As he discovered a deep Sense of God upon his Mind, by such occasional Devotions, c-acp pns31 vvd dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d j n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 408 Page 3
1905 so he had also his Seasons of addressing himself to his Father in more solemn Manner, both publickly and privately. so he had also his Seasons of addressing himself to his Father in more solemn Manner, both publicly and privately. av pns31 vhd av po31 n2 pp-f vvg px31 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp av-dc j n1, av-d av-j cc av-j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 408 Page 3
1906 He attended the Publick Worship of God in the Temple upon all solemn Occasions; and his Custom was to frequent the Synagogue on the Sabbath-Days. He attended the Public Worship of God in the Temple upon all solemn Occasions; and his Custom was to frequent the Synagogue on the Sabbath-Days. pns31 vvd dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d j n2; cc po31 n1 vbds pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 408 Page 3
1907 He frequently retired by himself, for the Exercise of a more secret Devotion, between God and his own Soul. Thus we often read of his withdrawing into a Mountain, or his going apart into some desart Place, to pray; He frequently retired by himself, for the Exercise of a more secret Devotion, between God and his own Soul. Thus we often read of his withdrawing into a Mountain, or his going apart into Some desert Place, to pray; pns31 av-j vvd p-acp px31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-dc j-jn n1, p-acp np1 cc po31 d n1 av pns12 av vvn pp-f po31 n-vvg p-acp dt n1, cc po31 vvg av p-acp d j n1, pc-acp vvi; (11) sermon (DIV1) 408 Page 3
1908 which he used to do either in a Morning, rising up a great while before Day; which he used to do either in a Morning, rising up a great while before Day; r-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vdi d p-acp dt n1, vvg a-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 408 Page 3
1909 or in an Evening, after he had spent the Day in Works of Charity, continuing sometimes a great part, sometimes the whole of the Night, in these Exercises. or in an Evening, After he had spent the Day in Works of Charity, Continuing sometime a great part, sometime the Whole of the Night, in these Exercises. cc p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp vvz pp-f n1, vvg av dt j n1, av dt j-jn pp-f dt n1, p-acp d n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 408 Page 3
1910 Very remarkable Instances we have of his Devotion, both in his solemn Prayer recorded by St. John, full of the most pious and devout Acknowledgments of God, Very remarkable Instances we have of his Devotion, both in his solemn Prayer recorded by Saint John, full of the most pious and devout Acknowledgments of God, j j n2 pns12 vhb pp-f po31 n1, av-d p-acp po31 j n1 vvn p-acp n1 np1, j pp-f dt av-ds j cc j n2 pp-f np1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 408 Page 3
1911 and also in his Agony in the Garden, and during his suffering on the Cross, and also in his Agony in the Garden, and during his suffering on the Cross, cc av p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 408 Page 3
1912 when he applyed himself with the utmost intenseness and fervency of Spirit to his heavenly Father, in the time of his greatest Distress. when he applied himself with the utmost intenseness and fervency of Spirit to his heavenly Father, in the time of his greatest Distress. c-crq pns31 vvd px31 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 js n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 408 Page 4
1913 He always exprest a very great Regard to whatsoever was any way related to God. His Word he ever mentioned with the highest Respect. He always expressed a very great Regard to whatsoever was any Way related to God. His Word he ever mentioned with the highest Respect. pns31 av vvd dt j j n1 p-acp r-crq vbds d n1 vvn p-acp np1. po31 n1 pns31 av vvn p-acp dt js n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 409 Page 4
1914 Think not, says he, that I am come to destory the Law or the Prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil. Think not, Says he, that I am come to destory the Law or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil. vvb xx, vvz pns31, cst pns11 vbm vvn p-acp n1 dt n1 cc dt n2: pns11 vbm xx vvn pc-acp vvi, cc-acp pc-acp vvi. (11) sermon (DIV1) 409 Page 4
1915 For verily I say unto you, Till Heaven and Earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the Law, till all be fulfilled. For verily I say unto you, Till Heaven and Earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the Law, till all be fulfilled. p-acp av-j pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, c-acp n1 cc n1 vvi, crd n1 cc crd n1 vmb p-acp dx n1 vvi p-acp dt n1, c-acp d vbb vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 409 Page 4
1916 His Custom was to cite the Scriptures upon all Occasions, both for his own Direction and Support, His Custom was to Cite the Scriptures upon all Occasions, both for his own Direction and Support, po31 n1 vbds pc-acp vvi dt n2 p-acp d n2, av-d p-acp po31 d n1 cc vvb, (11) sermon (DIV1) 409 Page 4
1917 and for the convincing and confuting his Adversaries; and for the convincing and confuting his Adversaries; cc p-acp dt j-vvg cc vvg po31 n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 409 Page 4
1918 and the Application he made of them was always so apposite, so close, and so clear, that his Adversaries had nothing to reply, and the Application he made of them was always so apposite, so close, and so clear, that his Adversaries had nothing to reply, cc dt n1 pns31 vvd pp-f pno32 vbds av av zz, av av-j, cc av j, cst po31 n2 vhd pix pc-acp vvi, (11) sermon (DIV1) 409 Page 4
1919 as might be made evident in abundance of Instances. as might be made evident in abundance of Instances. c-acp vmd vbi vvn j p-acp n1 pp-f n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 409 Page 4
1920 In like manner, he often exprest his Regard to the Temple, as to God's House, and altho' he told the Woman of Samaria, that the Worship of God was not to be long confined to that, or any other particular Place, In like manner, he often expressed his Regard to the Temple, as to God's House, and although he told the Woman of Samaria, that the Worship of God was not to be long confined to that, or any other particular Place, p-acp j n1, pns31 av vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp pc-acp npg1 n1, cc cs pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds xx pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp cst, cc d j-jn j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 410 Page 4
1921 yet whilst it was employed by God's Appointment in his Service, he not only attended it constantly himself, yet while it was employed by God's Appointment in his Service, he not only attended it constantly himself, av cs pn31 vbds vvn p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 xx av-j vvn pn31 av-j px31, (11) sermon (DIV1) 410 Page 4
1922 but upon two several Occasions, exprest a very extraordinary Zeal against the Prophaners of it, rebuking them vehemently for turning his father's House, which had been appointed by him for an House of prayer, into an House of Merchandize, and a Den of Thieves. but upon two several Occasions, expressed a very extraordinary Zeal against the Profaners of it, rebuking them vehemently for turning his Father's House, which had been appointed by him for an House of prayer, into an House of Merchandise, and a Den of Thieves. cc-acp p-acp crd j n2, vvn dt j j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31, vvg pno32 av-j p-acp vvg po31 ng1 n1, r-crq vhd vbn vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 410 Page 4
1923 All the Institutions of God were likewise Sacred to him. All the Institutions of God were likewise Sacred to him. d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr av j p-acp pno31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 411 Page 4
1924 As in his state of Infancy, all things relating to him were, by the Piety of Joseph and Mary, performed according to th• Law of the Lord; As in his state of Infancy, all things relating to him were, by the Piety of Joseph and Marry, performed according to th• Law of the Lord; p-acp p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1, d n2 vvg p-acp pno31 vbdr, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc vvi, vvd vvg p-acp n1 n1 pp-f dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 411 Page 4
1925 so when he was grown up to Man's Estate, he did for himself fulfil all Righteonsness. For as much as John's Baptism was from Heaven, he freely offered himself to be baptized by him, so when he was grown up to Man's Estate, he did for himself fulfil all Righteousness. For as much as John's Baptism was from Heaven, he freely offered himself to be baptised by him, av c-crq pns31 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp ng1 n1, pns31 vdd p-acp px31 vvi d n1. c-acp c-acp d c-acp npg1 n1 vbds p-acp n1, pns31 av-j vvd px31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, (11) sermon (DIV1) 411 Page 4
1926 though (as St. John in•imates) he was far from needing it. He was made and the Law, and therefore readily submitted to it. though (as Saint John in•imates) he was Far from needing it. He was made and the Law, and Therefore readily submitted to it. cs (c-acp n1 np1 vvz) pns31 vbds av-j p-acp vvg pn31. pns31 vbds vvn cc dt n1, cc av av-j vvd p-acp pn31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 411 Page 4
1927 He attended at the several Festivals, according to its Appointment; he eat the Passover with his Disciples; He attended At the several Festivals, according to its Appointment; he eat the Passover with his Disciples; pns31 vvd p-acp dt j n2, vvg p-acp po31 n1; pns31 vvd dt np1 p-acp po31 n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 411 Page 5
1928 he observed the Sabbath, tho' not with a Pharisaical Superstition, yet according to the True Design of the Institution; he observed the Sabbath, though not with a Pharisaical Superstition, yet according to the True Design of the Institution; pns31 vvd dt n1, cs xx p-acp dt j n1, av vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 411 Page 5
1929 he admonished those whom he healed of the Leprosie to offer the Gifts which Moses commanded. He attended at the Synagogue-Service, according to the Direction of the Governours of the Jewish Church, he admonished those whom he healed of the Leprosy to offer the Gifts which Moses commanded. He attended At the Synagogue-Service, according to the Direction of the Governors of the Jewish Church, pns31 vvd d r-crq pns31 vvd pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 r-crq np1 vvn. pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt jp n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 411 Page 5
1930 and the laudable Practice of the Nation. and the laudable Practice of the nation. cc dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 411 Page 5
1931 He ever maintained a firm Faith and Trust in God, (one of the chief Instances of a Solid Piety, He ever maintained a firm Faith and Trust in God, (one of the chief Instances of a Solid Piety, pns31 av vvd dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, (pi pp-f dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 412 Page 5
1932 and the Root of all other Virtues.) Not to mention his Miraculous Works, which were all wrought by Faith in the I ower of the Almighty; and the Root of all other Virtues.) Not to mention his Miraculous Works, which were all wrought by Faith in the I ower of the Almighty; cc dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n2.) xx pc-acp vvi po31 j vvz, r-crq vbdr d vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt zz zz pp-f dt j-jn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 412 Page 5
1933 his whole Life, from the beginning to the end, was spent in a constant Dependence upon a special Providence, especially during the time of his Publick Ministry, his Whole Life, from the beginning to the end, was spent in a constant Dependence upon a special Providence, especially during the time of his Public Ministry, po31 j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 412 Page 5
1934 when he went about doing the Work which was appointed him, and committing himself entirely to the Care of him who had sent him. when he went about doing the Work which was appointed him, and committing himself entirely to the Care of him who had sent him. c-crq pns31 vvd a-acp vdg dt n1 r-crq vbds vvn pno31, cc vvg px31 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 r-crq vhd vvn pno31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 412 Page 5
1935 It may seem too small an Instance to insist upon, that of his Unconcernedness in a Storm, when the Vessel he was in was covered with the Waves, and his Disciples apprehended themselves in danger of perishing; seeing he reproves his Disciples, It may seem too small an Instance to insist upon, that of his Unconcernedness in a Storm, when the Vessel he was in was covered with the Waves, and his Disciples apprehended themselves in danger of perishing; seeing he reproves his Disciples, pn31 vmb vvi av j dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cst pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 pns31 vbds a-acp vbds vvn p-acp dt n2, cc po31 n2 vvn px32 p-acp n1 pp-f vvg; vvg pns31 vvz po31 n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 412 Page 5
1936 as having but little Faith upon that Occasion. as having but little Faith upon that Occasion. c-acp vhg p-acp j n1 p-acp d n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 412 Page 5
1937 We have indeed far higher Instances of his Faith in God, under much greater Trials, both when his Sufferings were approaching, We have indeed Far higher Instances of his Faith in God, under much greater Trials, both when his Sufferings were approaching, pns12 vhb av av-j jc n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp d jc n2, av-d c-crq po31 n2 vbdr vvg, (11) sermon (DIV1) 412 Page 5
1938 and when he was actually under them. and when he was actually under them. cc c-crq pns31 vbds av-j p-acp pno32. (11) sermon (DIV1) 412 Page 5
1939 When his Disciples discovered their unwillingness to go into Judea, as apprehending the Danger he would be exposed to there, he tells them what was the Principle upon which he acted; When his Disciples discovered their unwillingness to go into Judea, as apprehending the Danger he would be exposed to there, he tells them what was the Principle upon which he acted; c-crq po31 n2 vvd po32 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, c-acp vvg dt n1 pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp a-acp, pns31 vvz pno32 r-crq vbds dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd; (11) sermon (DIV1) 412 Page 5
1940 Are there not (says he) twelve Hours in the Day? If any Man walk in the Day, he stumbleth not, are there not (Says he) twelve Hours in the Day? If any Man walk in the Day, he stumbleth not, vbr pc-acp xx (vvz pns31) crd n2 p-acp dt n1? cs d n1 vvi p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz xx, (11) sermon (DIV1) 412 Page 5
1941 because he sees the Light of this World, &c. As if he had said, Whatsoever dangers might threaten him, he could safely commit himself to the Divine Protection, which would certainly preserve him till he had finished his Work. Because he sees the Light of this World, etc. As if he had said, Whatsoever dangers might threaten him, he could safely commit himself to the Divine Protection, which would Certainly preserve him till he had finished his Work. c-acp pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1, av p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, r-crq n2 vmd vvi pno31, pns31 vmd av-j vvi px31 p-acp dt j-jn n1, r-crq vmd av-j vvi pno31 c-acp pns31 vhd vvn po31 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 412 Page 6
1942 In his Discourse with his Disciples, a little before he was apprehended, as he gives many Instances of his Faith, In his Discourse with his Disciples, a little before he was apprehended, as he gives many Instances of his Faith, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2, dt j c-acp pns31 vbds vvn, c-acp pns31 vvz d n2 pp-f po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 412 Page 6
1943 so particularly in those Words, Behold, the Hour cometh, yea, is now come, when ye shall leave me alone: yet I am not alone; so particularly in those Words, Behold, the Hour comes, yea, is now come, when you shall leave me alone: yet I am not alone; av av-j p-acp d n2, vvb, dt n1 vvz, uh, vbz av vvn, c-crq pn22 vmb vvi pno11 av-j: av pns11 vbm xx j; (11) sermon (DIV1) 412 Page 6
1944 because the Father is with me. Because the Father is with me. c-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp pno11. (11) sermon (DIV1) 412 Page 6
1945 When his Enemies had seized him, and upon that occasion Peter drew his Sword, our Lord rebuked his irregular Zeal, by declaring his belief, that he could have obtained an Army of Angels to rescue him, had it been a thing fit for him to ask, or for God to grant. When his Enemies had seized him, and upon that occasion Peter drew his Sword, our Lord rebuked his irregular Zeal, by declaring his belief, that he could have obtained an Army of Angels to rescue him, had it been a thing fit for him to ask, or for God to grant. c-crq po31 n2 vhd vvn pno31, cc p-acp d n1 np1 vvd po31 n1, po12 n1 vvd po31 j n1, p-acp vvg po31 n1, cst pns31 vmd vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi pno31, vhd pn31 vbn dt n1 j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi. (11) sermon (DIV1) 412 Page 6
1946 When he hung upon the Cross, he comforted the Penitent Thief, by assuring him, that he should be that Day with him in Paradise. When he hung upon the Cross, he comforted the Penitent Thief, by assuring him, that he should be that Day with him in Paradise. c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvd dt j-jn n1, p-acp vvg pno31, cst pns31 vmd vbi d n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 412 Page 6
1947 In the midst of his most grievous and pathetical Complaint, he still gave evidence of his Faith, by calling God his God twice in the same Breath; In the midst of his most grievous and pathetical Complaint, he still gave evidence of his Faith, by calling God his God twice in the same Breath; p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 av-ds j cc j n1, pns31 av vvd n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp vvg np1 po31 n1 av p-acp dt d n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 412 Page 6
1948 and presently after expir'd, with an Expression full of Trust in God, saying, Father, into thy Hands I commend my Spirit. and presently After expired, with an Expression full of Trust in God, saying, Father, into thy Hands I commend my Spirit. cc av-j c-acp vvn, p-acp dt n1 j pp-f n1 p-acp np1, vvg, n1, p-acp po21 n2 pns11 vvb po11 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 412 Page 6
1949 In Virtue of this Faith, he always made the Glory of God his great End. He could truly profess to the Jews, that he sought not his own Glory; In Virtue of this Faith, he always made the Glory of God his great End. He could truly profess to the jews, that he sought not his own Glory; p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, pns31 av vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 po31 j n1 pns31 vmd av-j vvi p-acp dt np2, cst pns31 vvd xx po31 d n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 413 Page 6
1950 but the Glory of him that sent him; which he did both living and dying; but the Glory of him that sent him; which he did both living and dying; p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno31; r-crq pns31 vdd d j-vvg cc vvg; (11) sermon (DIV1) 413 Page 6
1951 and therefore could say to his Father, when he was going to offer himself upon the Cross, Father, the Hour is come; and Therefore could say to his Father, when he was going to offer himself upon the Cross, Father, the Hour is come; cc av vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvg pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n1, n1, dt n1 vbz vvn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 413 Page 6
1952 glorifie thy Son, that thy Son also may glorifie Thee. Glorify thy Son, that thy Son also may Glorify Thee. vvi po21 n1, cst po21 n1 av vmb vvi pno21. (11) sermon (DIV1) 413 Page 6
1953 I have glorified thee on Earth, I have finished the Work which thou gavest me to do. I have glorified thee on Earth, I have finished the Work which thou Gavest me to do. pns11 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vdi. (11) sermon (DIV1) 413 Page 6
1954 This indeed is the true Way of glorifying God, by yielding, as our Saviour had done, a ready, a diligent, This indeed is the true Way of glorifying God, by yielding, as our Saviour had done, a ready, a diligent, np1 av vbz dt j n1 pp-f vvg np1, p-acp vvg, c-acp po12 n1 vhd vdn, dt j, dt j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 414 Page 6
1955 and a constant Obedience to his Will. and a constant obedience to his Will. cc dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 414 Page 6
1956 He always did those things, which pleased God, and this, not as we are apt to do, with Reluctancy; He always did those things, which pleased God, and this, not as we Are apt to do, with Reluctancy; pns31 av vdd d n2, r-crq vvd np1, cc d, xx c-acp pns12 vbr j pc-acp vdi, p-acp n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 414 Page 6
1957 No, it was his Meat, the pleasure of his Life, to do the Will of God, and to finish his Work. No, it was his Meat, the pleasure of his Life, to do the Will of God, and to finish his Work. uh-dx, pn31 vbds po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp vvi po31 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 414 Page 6
1958 Nor was his Diligence less remarkable than his Willingness. Nor was his Diligence less remarkable than his Willingness. ccx vbds po31 n1 av-dc j cs po31 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 414 Page 7
1959 In the Day time he was teaching in the Temple, whither the People came early in the Morning to hear him, and he usually spent the whole Day, either in instructing the Minds, In the Day time he was teaching in the Temple, whither the People Come early in the Morning to hear him, and he usually spent the Whole Day, either in instructing the Minds, p-acp dt n1 n1 pns31 vbds vvg p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vvd av-j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc pns31 av-j vvd dt j-jn n1, av-d p-acp vvg dt n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 414 Page 7
1960 or healing the Bodies of Men. Nor did he testifie his Piety only by Doing; or healing the Bodies of Men. Nor did he testify his Piety only by Doing; cc vvg dt n2 pp-f n2. ccx vdd pns31 vvi po31 n1 av-j p-acp vdg; (11) sermon (DIV1) 414 Page 7
1961 but, which is yet more difficult, by submitting in all Cases to the VVill of his heavenly Father. but, which is yet more difficult, by submitting in all Cases to the VVill of his heavenly Father. cc-acp, r-crq vbz av av-dc j, p-acp vvg p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 415 Page 7
1962 His coming into the VVorld, his appearing in such mean Circumstances, especially his suffering so many hard things both living and dying, were sufficient Evidences of an entire Resignation of his own VVill to the VVill of God. His coming into the World, his appearing in such mean circumstances, especially his suffering so many hard things both living and dying, were sufficient Evidences of an entire Resignation of his own VVill to the VVill of God. po31 vvg p-acp dt n1, po31 vvg p-acp d j n2, av-j po31 n1 av d j n2 d vvg cc vvg, vbdr j n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f po31 d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 415 Page 7
1963 VVhen he spake of his approaching Sufferings, Now (saith he) is my Soul troubled, and what shall I say? Father, save me from this Hour: When he spoke of his approaching Sufferings, Now (Says he) is my Soul troubled, and what shall I say? Father, save me from this Hour: c-crq pns31 vvd pp-f po31 j-vvg n2, av (vvz pns31) vbz po11 n1 vvn, cc q-crq vmb pns11 vvi? n1, vvb pno11 p-acp d n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 415 Page 7
1964 But for this Cause came I to this Hour. Father, glorifie thy Name. But for this Cause Come I to this Hour. Father, Glorify thy Name. cc-acp p-acp d n1 vvd pns11 p-acp d n1. n1, vvi po21 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 415 Page 7
1965 How full of devout Submission was his Prayer in his Agony, when his Soul was seized with amazement and anguish, when it was exceeding sorrowful, even unto Death, when the anguish of his Spirit caused him to sweat as it were great Drops of Blood falling down to the Ground, when he had all the Sense of, How full of devout Submission was his Prayer in his Agony, when his Soul was seized with amazement and anguish, when it was exceeding sorrowful, even unto Death, when the anguish of his Spirit caused him to sweat as it were great Drops of Blood falling down to the Ground, when he had all the Sense of, c-crq j pp-f j n1 vbds po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-crq po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, c-crq pn31 vbds vvg j, av p-acp n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi c-acp pn31 vbdr j n2 pp-f n1 vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vhd d dt n1 pp-f, (11) sermon (DIV1) 415 Page 7
1966 and felt all the Reluctancy to his Sufferings, which innocent Humane Nature was capable of, falling on his face, and saying, O my father, if it be possible, let this Cup pass from me; and felt all the Reluctancy to his Sufferings, which innocent Humane Nature was capable of, falling on his face, and saying, Oh my father, if it be possible, let this Cup pass from me; cc vvd d dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, r-crq j-jn j n1 vbds j pp-f, vvg p-acp po31 n1, cc vvg, uh po11 n1, cs pn31 vbb j, vvb d n1 vvi p-acp pno11; (11) sermon (DIV1) 415 Page 7
1967 nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt, repeating the same Words a second, and a third time! The same resigned Temper he again testified to Peter, when he said, The Cup which my father hath given me, shall I not drink it? nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt, repeating the same Words a second, and a third time! The same resigned Temper he again testified to Peter, when he said, The Cup which my father hath given me, shall I not drink it? av xx c-acp pns11 vmb, cc-acp c-acp pns21 vm2, vvg dt d n2 dt ord, cc dt ord n1! dt d vvd vvi pns31 av vvd p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvd, dt n1 r-crq po11 n1 vhz vvn pno11, vmb pns11 xx vvi pn31? (11) sermon (DIV1) 415 Page 7
1968 And hereby all the Reluctancy of his Humane Nature is justified, as perfectly innocent and blameless; And hereby all the Reluctancy of his Humane Nature is justified, as perfectly innocent and blameless; cc av d dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 vbz vvn, c-acp av-j j-jn cc j; (11) sermon (DIV1) 416 Page 7
1969 since as it was no more than what was truly Natural and Humane, so it was accompanied with an entire Resignation to the Divine Will. since as it was no more than what was truly Natural and Humane, so it was accompanied with an entire Resignation to the Divine Will. c-acp c-acp pn31 vbds dx dc cs r-crq vbds av-j j cc j, av pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 416 Page 7
1970 For this is all that God doth or can require of a Creature, not to desire, not to be fond of Sufferings, For this is all that God does or can require of a Creature, not to desire, not to be found of Sufferings, p-acp d vbz d cst np1 vdz cc vmb vvi pp-f dt n1, xx pc-acp vvi, xx pc-acp vbi j pp-f n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 416 Page 8
1971 nay, not to be insensible of them, or unaffected with them; nay, not to be insensible of them, or unaffected with them; uh-x, xx pc-acp vbi j pp-f pno32, cc j p-acp pno32; (11) sermon (DIV1) 416 Page 8
1972 but if it be his will to inflict them, willingly to submit to, and acquiesce in his disposal. but if it be his will to inflict them, willingly to submit to, and acquiesce in his disposal. cc-acp cs pn31 vbi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vvi p-acp po31 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 416 Page 8
1973 'Tis this indeed which renders Submission a Virtue, that in exercising it, our wills are resigned to God's; It's this indeed which renders Submission a Virtue, that in exercising it, our wills Are resigned to God's; pn31|vbz d av r-crq vvz n1 dt n1, cst p-acp vvg pn31, po12 n2 vbr vvn p-acp npg1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 416 Page 8
1974 and it was this, which exceedingly inhanced the Virtue of our Saviour's Submission, that he appears to have had so quick and tender a Sense both of his approaching and present Sufferings, and yet submitted. and it was this, which exceedingly enhanced the Virtue of our Saviour's Submission, that he appears to have had so quick and tender a Sense both of his approaching and present Sufferings, and yet submitted. cc pn31 vbds d, r-crq av-vvg vvd dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1, cst pns31 vvz pc-acp vhi vhn av j cc j dt n1 av-d pp-f po31 j-vvg cc j n2, cc av vvd. (11) sermon (DIV1) 416 Page 8
1975 His Nature recoyled, but did not rebel. His Will, if it had been fit, would have chosen otherwise; His Nature recoiled, but did not rebel. His Will, if it had been fit, would have chosen otherwise; po31 n1 vvd, cc-acp vdd xx vvi. po31 n1, cs pn31 vhd vbn j, vmd vhi vvn av; (11) sermon (DIV1) 416 Page 8
1976 but not being so, it yielded. To conclude this Head; but not being so, it yielded. To conclude this Head; cc-acp xx vbg av, pn31 vvd. pc-acp vvi d n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 416 Page 8
1977 Our Saviour's Piety appeared, in his making it his Business to excite the same Disposition in others. Our Saviour's Piety appeared, in his making it his Business to excite the same Disposition in Others. po12 ng1 n1 vvd, p-acp po31 vvg pn31 po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt d n1 p-acp n2-jn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 417 Page 8
1978 This was the Design of his Publick Preaching, and of his more private Conversation, to instruct Men in the Knowledge of God and his Will, This was the Design of his Public Preaching, and of his more private Conversation, to instruct Men in the Knowledge of God and his Will, d vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 j vvg, cc pp-f po31 av-dc j n1, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 417 Page 8
1979 and to perswade them to a suitable Practice; and to persuade them to a suitable Practice; cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 417 Page 8
1980 to which purpose he laid hold of every Oportunity and Occasion of discoursing to those that were with him, on Divine and Spiritual Subjects, to which purpose he laid hold of every Opportunity and Occasion of discoursing to those that were with him, on Divine and Spiritual Subject's, p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vvd n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg p-acp d cst vbdr p-acp pno31, p-acp j-jn cc j n2-jn, (11) sermon (DIV1) 417 Page 8
1981 as will appear in abundance of Instances to any one who carefully peruses the Evangelists; as will appear in abundance of Instances to any one who carefully peruses the Evangelists; c-acp vmb vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d crd r-crq av-j vvz dt n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 417 Page 8
1982 such a sense had he of God and Divine Things upon his Mind, that out of the abundance of his Heart, his Mouth was always thus speaking. such a sense had he of God and Divine Things upon his Mind, that out of the abundance of his Heart, his Mouth was always thus speaking. d dt n1 vhd pns31 pp-f np1 cc j-jn n2 p-acp po31 n1, cst av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, po31 n1 vbds av av vvg. (11) sermon (DIV1) 417 Page 8
1983 There was further exemplified to us, in the Life of our blessed Saviour, a large and disinterested Charity. There was further exemplified to us, in the Life of our blessed Saviour, a large and disinterested Charity. a-acp vbds av-j vvn p-acp pno12, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1, dt j cc vvn n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 418 Page 8
1984 His Piety and Charity were in Truth so intermixed, that the very same Instances may be very often produced for both, he having made, His Piety and Charity were in Truth so intermixed, that the very same Instances may be very often produced for both, he having made, po31 n1 cc n1 vbdr p-acp n1 av vvn, cst dt j d n2 vmb vbi av av vvn p-acp d, pns31 vhg vvn, (11) sermon (DIV1) 419 Page 8
1985 as we should do, his Love to Men the Effect and Proof of his Love to God, as we should do, his Love to Men the Effect and Proof of his Love to God, c-acp pns12 vmd vdi, po31 n1 p-acp n2 dt vvb cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp np1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 419 Page 9
1986 and the Acts of his Obedience being for the most part so many Instances of Beneficence also. Charity was the Motive; and the Acts of his obedience being for the most part so many Instances of Beneficence also. Charity was the Motive; cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vbg p-acp dt av-ds n1 av d n2 pp-f n1 av. n1 vbds dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 419 Page 9
1987 and the Exercise of it, the great Design of his coming into the World. and the Exercise of it, the great Design of his coming into the World. cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, dt j n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg p-acp dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 420 Page 9
1988 This is that faithful Saying, recorded in our Text, that Christ Jesus came into the World to save Sinners. This is that faithful Saying, recorded in our Text, that christ jesus Come into the World to save Sinners. d vbz cst j vvg, vvn p-acp po12 n1, cst np1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 420 Page 9
1989 And whilst he was in the World, his Business was, to go about doing good. And while he was in the World, his Business was, to go about doing good. cc cs pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1, po31 n1 vbds, pc-acp vvi p-acp vdg j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 420 Page 9
1990 It was his daily Employment, throughout the Course of his Publick Ministry, to do good to the Souls and Bodies of Men. It was his daily Employment, throughout the Course of his Public Ministry, to do good to the Souls and Bodies of Men. pn31 vbds po31 j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, pc-acp vdi j p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 420 Page 9
1991 Thus the Evangelist tells us, Jesus went about all the Cities and Villages, teaching in their Synagogues, and preaching the Gospel of the Kingdom, Thus the Evangelist tells us, jesus went about all the Cities and Villages, teaching in their Synagogues, and preaching the Gospel of the Kingdom, av dt np1 vvz pno12, np1 vvd p-acp d dt n2 cc n2, vvg p-acp po32 n2, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 420 Page 9
1992 and healing every Sickness, and every Disease among the People. and healing every Sickness, and every Disease among the People. cc vvg d n1, cc d n1 p-acp dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 420 Page 9
1993 He spent his time, as appears by the Account the Evangelists give us throughout their History, in instructing the Ignorant, reproving the Guilty, inviting Sinners to Repentance, encouraging the Penitent, He spent his time, as appears by the Account the Evangelists give us throughout their History, in instructing the Ignorant, reproving the Guilty, inviting Sinners to Repentance, encouraging the Penitent, pns31 vvd po31 n1, c-acp vvz p-acp dt vvb dt n2 vvb pno12 p-acp po32 n1, p-acp vvg dt j, vvg dt j, j-vvg n2 p-acp n1, vvg dt j-jn, (11) sermon (DIV1) 421 Page 9
1994 and restoring Health and Strength to the Diseased and Infirm. and restoring Health and Strength to the Diseased and Infirm. cc j-vvg n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j-vvn cc j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 421 Page 9
1995 I mention the Cures he wrought, because it is impossible to represent the Life of our Saviour truly, without taking Notice of those Actions, which filled up so considerable a part of his Life, I mention the Cures he wrought, Because it is impossible to represent the Life of our Saviour truly, without taking Notice of those Actions, which filled up so considerable a part of his Life, pns11 vvb dt n2 pns31 vvd, c-acp pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 av-j, p-acp vvg n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq vvd a-acp av j dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 422 Page 9
1996 and consequently of his History, and which were indeed so notorious, as that the Jews themselves, together with the most Learned of the Ancient Infidels among the Pagans, such as Julian and Celsus, acknowledged them, and consequently of his History, and which were indeed so notorious, as that the jews themselves, together with the most Learned of the Ancient Infidels among the Pagans, such as Julian and Celsus, acknowledged them, cc av-j pp-f po31 n1, cc r-crq vbdr av av j, c-acp cst dt np2 px32, av p-acp dt av-ds j pp-f dt j n2 p-acp dt n2-jn, d c-acp np1 cc np1, vvd pno32, (11) sermon (DIV1) 422 Page 9
1997 tho' they did not own the Power by which he did them. However, I insist not now upon the miraculous Power by which he wrought his Cures; though they did not own the Power by which he did them. However, I insist not now upon the miraculous Power by which he wrought his Cures; cs pns32 vdd xx d dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vdd pno32. c-acp, pns11 vvb xx av p-acp dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd po31 n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 422 Page 9
1998 but only upon the Charity which he exercised therein, all the Miracles, which are ascribed to him, being also so many Instances of Kindness and Beneficence. but only upon the Charity which he exercised therein, all the Miracles, which Are ascribed to him, being also so many Instances of Kindness and Beneficence. cc-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd av, d dt n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno31, vbg av av d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 422 Page 9
1999 Moreover, he did good, like his heavenly Father, to all sorts of Men, to the Evil and to the good. Moreover, he did good, like his heavenly Father, to all sorts of Men, to the Evil and to the good. av, pns31 vdd j, av-j po31 j n1, p-acp d n2 pp-f n2, p-acp dt j-jn cc p-acp dt j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 423 Page 10
2000 He did not despise or overlook any for their Poverty, or the Meanness of their Condition; He did not despise or overlook any for their Poverty, or the Meanness of their Condition; pns31 vdd xx vvi cc vvi d p-acp po32 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 423 Page 10
2001 nay, for their Ignorance, or their past Faults, if they were but willing to be instructed, nay, for their Ignorance, or their past Faults, if they were but willing to be instructed, uh-x, p-acp po32 n1, cc po32 j n2, cs pns32 vbdr p-acp j pc-acp vbi vvn, (11) sermon (DIV1) 423 Page 10
2002 and to amend for the future. He converst with the worst of Men; and to amend for the future. He conversed with the worst of Men; cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn. pns31 vvd p-acp dt js pp-f n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 423 Page 10
2003 both those that were esteem'd so, and those that really were so, as a Physician with his Patients, in order to the curing their Spiritual Diseases. both those that were esteemed so, and those that really were so, as a physician with his Patients, in order to the curing their Spiritual Diseases. d d cst vbdr vvn av, cc d cst av-j vbdr av, c-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg po32 j n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 423 Page 10
2004 He particularly encouraged repenting Sinners, declaring often, that he came to seek and to save that which was lost. He particularly encouraged repenting Sinners, declaring often, that he Come to seek and to save that which was lost. pns31 av-j vvd vvg n2, vvg av, cst pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbds vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 423 Page 10
2005 He applied himself first indeed to the lost Sheep of the House of Israel: He applied himself First indeed to the lost Sheep of the House of Israel: pns31 vvd px31 ord av p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 423 Page 10
2006 But to shew that he did not intend to confine his Charity to the Jews only, he extended it to the Samaritans, and to the Gentiles also, as there was occasion offered. But to show that he did not intend to confine his Charity to the jews only, he extended it to the Samaritans, and to the Gentiles also, as there was occasion offered. p-acp pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vdd xx vvi pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt np2 av-j, pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp dt njp2, cc p-acp dt n2-j av, c-acp pc-acp vbds n1 vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 423 Page 10
2007 He readily laid hold of every Oportunity of being kind and useful, nay, he sought Oportunities that he might be so. He readily laid hold of every Opportunity of being kind and useful, nay, he sought Opportunities that he might be so. pns31 av-j vvd vvi pp-f d n1 pp-f vbg j cc j, uh-x, pns31 vvd n2 cst pns31 vmd vbi av. (11) sermon (DIV1) 424 Page 10
2008 He kindly received those who came to him privately for Information; He kindly received those who Come to him privately for Information; pns31 av-j vvd d r-crq vvd p-acp pno31 av-j p-acp n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 424 Page 10
2009 nor do we ever read, that he refused to give either Instruction or Relief to any one that seriously asked it of him. nor do we ever read, that he refused to give either Instruction or Relief to any one that seriously asked it of him. cc vdb pns12 av vvb, cst pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n1 p-acp d pi cst av-j vvd pn31 pp-f pno31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 424 Page 10
2010 He did indeed at the first seem to deny the Woman of Canaan; but, as it appears, it was only to try her, He did indeed At the First seem to deny the Woman of Canaan; but, as it appears, it was only to try her, pns31 vdd av p-acp dt ord vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1; p-acp, c-acp pn31 vvz, pn31 vbds av-j pc-acp vvi pno31, (11) sermon (DIV1) 424 Page 10
2011 and thereby to have an occasion of doing what was most grateful to him, commending and encouraging her Faith. and thereby to have an occasion of doing what was most grateful to him, commending and encouraging her Faith. cc av pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f vdg q-crq vbds av-ds j p-acp pno31, vvg cc vvg po31 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 424 Page 10
2012 When he was willing to retire, yet if the People followed and prest upon him, his Compassion moved him to entertain them kindly, to teach, to heal, and to feed them. When he was willing to retire, yet if the People followed and pressed upon him, his Compassion moved him to entertain them kindly, to teach, to heal, and to feed them. c-crq pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi, av cs dt n1 vvd cc vvn p-acp pno31, po31 n1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j, pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi pno32. (11) sermon (DIV1) 424 Page 10
2013 Nay, he did not always stay till he was ask'd; Nay, he did not always stay till he was asked; uh, pns31 vdd xx av vvi c-acp pns31 vbds vvd; (11) sermon (DIV1) 425 Page 10
2014 but often prevented the miserable, and sav'd them the trouble of petitioning, by kindly offering his Assistance, whenever he beheld a compassionable Object. but often prevented the miserable, and saved them the trouble of petitioning, by kindly offering his Assistance, whenever he beheld a compassionable Object. cc-acp av vvn dt j, cc vvd pno32 dt n1 pp-f vvg, p-acp av-j vvg po31 n1, av pns31 vvd dt j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 425 Page 10
2015 When he beheld a poor Man lying at the Pool of Bethesda, infirm and helpless, knowing that he had laboured under his Infirmity many Years, When he beheld a poor Man lying At the Pool of Bethesda, infirm and helpless, knowing that he had laboured under his Infirmity many years, c-crq pns31 vvd dt j n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, j cc j, vvg cst pns31 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n1 d n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 425 Page 11
2016 and had waited there a long time in vain, he asked him, Whether he would be made whole? and immediately restored his Strength to him; and had waited there a long time in vain, he asked him, Whither he would be made Whole? and immediately restored his Strength to him; cc vhd vvn a-acp dt j n1 p-acp j, pns31 vvd pno31, cs pns31 vmd vbi vvn j-jn? cc av-j vvd po31 n1 p-acp pno31; (11) sermon (DIV1) 425 Page 11
2017 and again finding him a little after in the Temple, he made his first Kindness the Occasion of a second and a greater favour, admonishing him to improve the Blessing he had received: and again finding him a little After in the Temple, he made his First Kindness the Occasion of a second and a greater favour, admonishing him to improve the Blessing he had received: cc av vvg pno31 dt j p-acp p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvd po31 ord n1 dt n1 pp-f dt ord cc dt jc n1, vvg pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pns31 vhd vvn: (11) sermon (DIV1) 425 Page 11
2018 Behold! saith he, thou art made whole; sin no more, lest a worse thing come unto thee. Behold! Says he, thou art made Whole; sin no more, lest a Worse thing come unto thee. vvb! vvz pns31, pns21 vb2r vvn j-jn; vvb av-dx av-dc, cs dt jc n1 vvn p-acp pno21. (11) sermon (DIV1) 425 Page 11
2019 His raising the Widow's Son, was another Instance of the same kind, when his Goodness moved him to surprize the sorrowful Mother with an unexpected Favour. His raising the Widow's Son, was Another Instance of the same kind, when his goodness moved him to surprise the sorrowful Mother with an unexpected Favour. po31 vvg dt ng1 n1, vbds j-jn n1 pp-f dt d n1, c-crq po31 n1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 425 Page 11
2020 Moreover, Whatsoever good he did, he did it freely, having no other Reward but the Satisfaction of doing it. Moreover, Whatsoever good he did, he did it freely, having no other Reward but the Satisfaction of doing it. av, r-crq j pns31 vdd, pns31 vdd pn31 av-j, vhg dx j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vdg pn31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 426 Page 11
2021 Nay, he persevered in doing good, in spight of all the many Provocations he met with to the contrary. Nay, he persevered in doing good, in spite of all the many Provocations he met with to the contrary. uh-x, pns31 vvd p-acp vdg j, p-acp n1 pp-f d dt d n2 pns31 vvd p-acp p-acp dt n-jn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 426 Page 11
2022 He did, as his Gospel hath obliged his Disciples, Good for Evil. Even when his Enemies exercised the utmost of their Malice and Fury against him, he ceased not to pity and to pray for them. He did, as his Gospel hath obliged his Disciples, Good for Evil. Even when his Enemies exercised the utmost of their Malice and Fury against him, he ceased not to pity and to pray for them. pns31 vdd, c-acp po31 n1 vhz vvn po31 n2, j p-acp np1 np1 c-crq po31 n2 vvn dt j pp-f po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vvd xx pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (11) sermon (DIV1) 426 Page 11
2023 How pathetically did he express himself towards Jerusalem, a little before his Suffering, declaring the desire he had, How pathetically did he express himself towards Jerusalem, a little before his Suffering, declaring the desire he had, c-crq av-j vdd pns31 vvi px31 p-acp np1, dt j p-acp po31 vvg, vvg dt n1 pns31 vhd, (11) sermon (DIV1) 426 Page 11
2024 and the Pains he had taken to prevent its ruin! and the Pains he had taken to prevent its ruin! cc dt n2 pns31 vhd vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1! (11) sermon (DIV1) 426 Page 11
2025 O Jerusalem, Jerusalem! How often would I have gathered thy Children together, even as a Hen gathereth her Chickens under her Wings, and ye would not! Oh Jerusalem, Jerusalem! How often would I have gathered thy Children together, even as a Hen gathereth her Chickens under her Wings, and you would not! uh np1, np1! uh-crq av vmd pns11 vhi vvn po21 n2 av, av c-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp po31 n2, cc pn22 vmd xx! (11) sermon (DIV1) 426 Page 11
2026 Even when he was nailed to the Cross, and felt the worst that they could do to him, he made the best Apology for them, that Charity could invent, with his dying Breath recommending those that crucified him, to the Mercy of God. Even when he was nailed to the Cross, and felt the worst that they could do to him, he made the best Apology for them, that Charity could invent, with his dying Breath recommending those that Crucified him, to the Mercy of God. av c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvd dt js cst pns32 vmd vdi p-acp pno31, pns31 vvd dt js n1 p-acp pno32, cst n1 vmd vvi, p-acp po31 j-vvg n1 vvg d cst vvd pno31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 426 Page 11
2027 Nay, he died for them, who thus used him, as well as for the rest of Mankind, who had grievously offended both his Father and him. Nay, he died for them, who thus used him, as well as for the rest of Mankind, who had grievously offended both his Father and him. uh-x, pns31 vvd p-acp pno32, r-crq av vvd pno31, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vhd av-j vvn d po31 n1 cc pno31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 426 Page 11
2028 And herein was Love, the greatest that ever any other Man could be suppos'd to have for his very best Friend; but Jesus exercis'd it towards his Enemies, towards ungodly Men and Sinners, after which I need not, And herein was Love, the greatest that ever any other Man could be supposed to have for his very best Friend; but jesus exercised it towards his Enemies, towards ungodly Men and Sinners, After which I need not, cc av vbds n1, dt js cst av d j-jn n1 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vhi p-acp po31 j js n1; p-acp np1 vvn pn31 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp j n2 cc n2, p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb xx, (11) sermon (DIV1) 426 Page 12
2029 nay, I cannot add any thing, whereby to set forth the unbounded and disinterested Charity of our Saviour. I proceed therefore to consider, nay, I cannot add any thing, whereby to Set forth the unbounded and disinterested Charity of our Saviour. I proceed Therefore to Consider, uh-x, pns11 vmbx vvi d n1, c-crq pc-acp vvi av dt j cc vvn n1 pp-f po12 n1. pns11 vvb av pc-acp vvi, (11) sermon (DIV1) 426 Page 12
2030 That spotless Purity, in which also our Lord made himself an Example to Men; That spotless Purity, in which also our Lord made himself an Exampl to Men; cst j n1, p-acp r-crq av po12 n1 vvd px31 dt n1 p-acp n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 427 Page 12
2031 by which I mean, that his Soul was not in the least defiled by dwelling in a Body of Flesh, by which I mean, that his Soul was not in the least defiled by Dwelling in a Body of Flesh, p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb, cst po31 n1 vbds xx p-acp dt av-ds vvn p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 427 Page 12
2032 nor corrupted by conversing with material and sensible Objects; but the reasonable and the divine Life prevail'd and triumph'd over the Animal. nor corrupted by conversing with material and sensible Objects; but the reasonable and the divine Life prevailed and triumphed over the Animal. ccx vvn p-acp vvg p-acp j-jn cc j n2; cc-acp dt j cc dt j-jn n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 427 Page 12
2033 They were but few of the Pleasures of Sense which he vouchsafed to partake of, and those also very sparingly. They were but few of the Pleasures of Sense which he vouchsafed to partake of, and those also very sparingly. pns32 vbdr p-acp d pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 r-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi pp-f, cc d av av av-vvg. (11) sermon (DIV1) 428 Page 12
2034 He was so wholly taken up with the Works of Piety and Charity above-mention'd, as to shew no other Regard for his Body, He was so wholly taken up with the Works of Piety and Charity abovementioned, as to show no other Regard for his Body, pns31 vbds av av-jn vvn a-acp p-acp dt vvz pp-f n1 cc n1 j, c-acp pc-acp vvi dx j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 428 Page 12
2035 than what was absolutely necessary for the rendring it serviceable to his Mind, very often neglecting it, than what was absolutely necessary for the rendering it serviceable to his Mind, very often neglecting it, cs r-crq vbds av-j j p-acp dt n-vvg pn31 j p-acp po31 n1, av av vvg pn31, (11) sermon (DIV1) 428 Page 12
2036 and denying it even its innocent and lawful Refreshments, whilst he was busie in the Assairs of his great Employment. and denying it even its innocent and lawful Refreshments, while he was busy in the Affairs of his great Employment. cc vvg pn31 av pn31|vbz j-jn cc j n2, cs pns31 vbds j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 428 Page 12
2037 He was frequently expos'd to hunger, and thirst, and weariness, whilst he went about preaching the Gospel, He was frequently exposed to hunger, and thirst, and weariness, while he went about preaching the Gospel, pns31 vbds av-j vvn p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1, cs pns31 vvd p-acp vvg dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 428 Page 12
2038 and administring Help to the Needy. and administering Help to the Needy. cc j-vvg n1 p-acp dt j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 428 Page 12
2039 He had not sometimes leisure to cat his Bread, nor was he solicitous about it, having, as he told his Disciples, Meat to eat, which they knew not of. He had not sometime leisure to cat his Bred, nor was he solicitous about it, having, as he told his Disciples, Meat to eat, which they knew not of. pns31 vhd xx av n1 p-acp n1 po31 n1, ccx vbds pns31 j p-acp pn31, vhg, c-acp pns31 vvd po31 n2, n1 pc-acp vvi, r-crq pns32 vvd xx pp-f. (11) sermon (DIV1) 428 Page 12
2040 He refus'd not indeed, when invited, to be present at Entertainments, and sometimes accepted the Respect of being anointed with costly Oyntment; He refused not indeed, when invited, to be present At Entertainments, and sometime accepted the Respect of being anointed with costly Ointment; pns31 vvd xx av, c-crq vvn, pc-acp vbi j p-acp n2, cc av vvd dt n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp j n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 428 Page 12
2041 but in neither of these Instances was there any thing justly liable to censure. He always made the Entertainment an Oportunity, not only of obliging such as invited him, but in neither of these Instances was there any thing justly liable to censure. He always made the Entertainment an Opportunity, not only of obliging such as invited him, cc-acp p-acp dx pp-f d n2 vbds a-acp d n1 av-j j pc-acp vvi. pns31 av vvd dt n1 dt n1, xx av-j pp-f vvg d c-acp vvd pno31, (11) sermon (DIV1) 428 Page 12
2042 but moreover of discoursing piously and usefully to the Company there present, of which we have diverse remarkable Instances. but moreover of discoursing piously and usefully to the Company there present, of which we have diverse remarkable Instances. cc-acp av pp-f vvg av-j cc av-j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb j j n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 428 Page 13
2043 In permitting himself to be anointed with a very costly Ointment (which seems to have been upon two distinct Occasions, In permitting himself to be anointed with a very costly Ointment (which seems to have been upon two distinct Occasions, p-acp vvg px31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j j n1 (r-crq vvz pc-acp vhi vbn p-acp crd j n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 428 Page 13
2044 and by two several Persons) he allow'd in both Instances a Respect to be paid to him, which was justly due, and very seasonably paid; and by two several Persons) he allowed in both Instances a Respect to be paid to him, which was justly due, and very seasonably paid; cc p-acp crd j n2) pns31 vvn p-acp d n2 dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, r-crq vbds av-j j-jn, cc av av-j vvn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 428 Page 13
2045 and in one of them particularly an Occasion to be given for recording the Repentance and the Gratitudue of a reclaimed Sinner, and in one of them particularly an Occasion to be given for recording the Repentance and the Gratitudue of a reclaimed Sinner, cc p-acp crd pp-f pno32 av-j dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp vvg dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt vvn n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 428 Page 13
2046 as an Example and Encouragement to future Generations. as an Exampl and Encouragement to future Generations. c-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp j-jn n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 428 Page 13
2047 Our Lord did not indeed withdraw from the World, as I have already observ'd, that he might place himself out of the reach of sensible Objects, by which Men are so apt to be ensnared; Our Lord did not indeed withdraw from the World, as I have already observed, that he might place himself out of the reach of sensible Objects, by which Men Are so apt to be Ensnared; po12 n1 vdd xx av vvi p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn, cst pns31 vmd vvi px31 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n2, p-acp r-crq n2 vbr av j pc-acp vbi vvn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 429 Page 13
2048 nor did he, that we read of, use any unnatural and uncouth Methods for mortifying the Flesh, nor did he, that we read of, use any unnatural and uncouth Methods for mortifying the Flesh, ccx vdd pns31, cst pns12 vvb pp-f, vvb d j cc j-u n2 p-acp vvg dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 429 Page 13
2049 nor exercise any of those foolish Austerities, for which some fanciful Religionists have been famous; (all which in Truth looks either like a cowardly forsaking the Station which Providence hath assign'd us, in order to keep out of harms way, doing little or no good, in order to the doing no evil; nor exercise any of those foolish Austerities, for which Some fanciful Religionists have been famous; (all which in Truth looks either like a cowardly forsaking the Station which Providence hath assigned us, in order to keep out of harms Way, doing little or no good, in order to the doing no evil; ccx vvi d pp-f d j n2, p-acp r-crq d j np1 vhb vbn j; (d r-crq p-acp n1 vvz d av-j dt j vvg dt n1 r-crq n1 vhz vvn pno12, p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi av pp-f n2 n1, vdg j cc dx j, p-acp n1 p-acp dt vdg dx n-jn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 429 Page 13
2050 or else like a vain Ambition to appear singular and extraordinary; or Else like a vain Ambition to appear singular and extraordinary; cc av av-j dt j n1 pc-acp vvi j cc j; (11) sermon (DIV1) 429 Page 13
2051 or seems at the best but the result of Ignorance and Superstition:) but he preserv'd himself innocent and pure, (as we ought to do) in Ways and Methods suitable to the Condition of Humane Nature, or seems At the best but the result of Ignorance and Superstition:) but he preserved himself innocent and pure, (as we ought to do) in Ways and Methods suitable to the Condition of Humane Nature, cc vvz p-acp dt js p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1:) cc-acp pns31 vvd px31 j-jn cc j, (c-acp pns12 vmd pc-acp vdi) p-acp n2 cc n2 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 429 Page 13
2052 and the Design of this present Life, always keeping his Body in that perfect Subjection to his Spirit, that it might be a ready Instrument either in doing or suffering the Will of God. and the Design of this present Life, always keeping his Body in that perfect Subjection to his Spirit, that it might be a ready Instrument either in doing or suffering the Will of God. cc dt n1 pp-f d j n1, av vvg po31 n1 p-acp d j n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst pn31 vmd vbi dt j n1 av-d p-acp vdg cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 429 Page 13
2053 And therefore, when by God's Will he was exposed not only to the more tolerable Inconveniencies and Hardships of Life, And Therefore, when by God's Will he was exposed not only to the more tolerable Inconveniences and Hardships of Life, cc av, c-crq p-acp npg1 n1 pns31 vbds vvn xx av-j p-acp dt av-dc j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 429 Page 13
2054 but to very grievous Sufferings also, he was not rebellious, as the Prophet speaks in his Name, neither turned he away back: but to very grievous Sufferings also, he was not rebellious, as the Prophet speaks in his Name, neither turned he away back: cc-acp p-acp av j n2 av, pns31 vbds xx j, p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, av-dx vvd pns31 av av: (11) sermon (DIV1) 429 Page 14
2055 but gave his back to the Smiters, and his Cheeks to them that pluck'd off the Hair; but gave his back to the Smiters, and his Cheeks to them that plucked off the Hair; cc-acp vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n2, cc po31 n2 p-acp pno32 cst vvd a-acp dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 429 Page 14
2056 he hid not his Face from shame and spitting. he hid not his Face from shame and spitting. pns31 vvd xx po31 n1 p-acp n1 cc j-vvg. (11) sermon (DIV1) 429 Page 14
2057 As he had subdued his Flesh before, so then he suffered in it, instructing us thereby to arm our selves with the same Mind, ceasing from sin, and living the rest of our time in the Flesh, not to the Lusts of Men, As he had subdued his Flesh before, so then he suffered in it, instructing us thereby to arm our selves with the same Mind, ceasing from since, and living the rest of our time in the Flesh, not to the Lustiest of Men, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn po31 n1 a-acp, av av pns31 vvd p-acp pn31, vvg pno12 av pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt d n1, vvg p-acp n1, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 429 Page 14
2058 but to the Will of God. but to the Will of God. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 429 Page 14
2059 The next Instance I named, in which our blessed Saviour became an Example to us, was his profound Humility. The next Instance I nam, in which our blessed Saviour became an Exampl to us, was his profound Humility. dt ord n1 pns11 vvd, p-acp r-crq po12 j n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp pno12, vbds po31 j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 430 Page 14
2060 I have already observ'd, That his voluntary assuming our Nature, and submitting to all the Circumstances with which his Incarnation was attended, were Instances of a wonderful Condescension; I have already observed, That his voluntary assuming our Nature, and submitting to all the circumstances with which his Incarnation was attended, were Instances of a wondered Condescension; pns11 vhb av vvn, cst po31 j-jn vvg po12 n1, cc vvg p-acp d dt n2 p-acp r-crq po31 n1 vbds vvn, vbdr n2 pp-f dt j n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 431 Page 14
2061 as likewise that in the more private part of his Life, he was an eminent Pattern of Humility: as likewise that in the more private part of his Life, he was an eminent Pattern of Humility: c-acp av cst p-acp dt av-dc j n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 431 Page 14
2062 and when he took upon him his Publick Employment, notwithstanding the real Dignity of his Person, and when he took upon him his Public Employment, notwithstanding the real Dignity of his Person, cc c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno31 po31 j n1, c-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 431 Page 14
2063 and the singular Nature of his Commission, yet his Temper and his Carriage were not alter'd. and the singular Nature of his Commission, yet his Temper and his Carriage were not altered. cc dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, av po31 vvi cc po31 n1 vbdr xx vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 431 Page 14
2064 He took no worldly State upon him. He chose for his immediate Attendants, Men of the meanest Rank and Education. He took no worldly State upon him. He chosen for his immediate Attendants, Men of the Meanest Rank and Education. pns31 vvd dx j n1 p-acp pno31. pns31 vvd p-acp po31 j n2-jn, n2 pp-f dt js n1 cc n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 431 Page 14
2065 He ever declin'd the Offers of Secular Power and Honor. He ever declined the Offers of Secular Power and Honour. pns31 av vvn dt vvz pp-f j n1 cc n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 431 Page 14
2066 When he once accepted the Respect and Applauses of the People, it was, as the Evangelist observes, from the Multitudes, and as himself expresses it, out of the Mouth of Babes and Sucklings, and this too not till he knew that the time of his leaving this World drew near. When he once accepted the Respect and Applauses of the People, it was, as the Evangelist observes, from the Multitudes, and as himself Expresses it, out of the Mouth of Babes and Sucklings, and this too not till he knew that the time of his leaving this World drew near. c-crq pns31 a-acp vvd dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbds, c-acp dt np1 vvz, p-acp dt n2, cc p-acp px31 vvz pn31, av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 cc ng1, cc d av xx c-acp pns31 vvd cst dt n1 pp-f po31 vvg d n1 vvd av-j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 431 Page 14
2067 He honour'd his Father, as he told the Jews, not seeking his own Glory; He honoured his Father, as he told the jews, not seeking his own Glory; pns31 vvn po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vvd dt np2, xx vvg po31 d n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 431 Page 14
2068 so far from that, that he liv'd in those Circumstances, and continually did those things, which he certainly knew would, so Far from that, that he lived in those circumstances, and continually did those things, which he Certainly knew would, av av-j p-acp d, cst pns31 vvd p-acp d n2, cc av-j vdd d n2, r-crq pns31 av-j vvd vmd, (11) sermon (DIV1) 431 Page 15
2069 though unreasonably, cause him to be despis'd by that evil Generation, sacrificing his very Reputation to the Honour of God, and the Benefit of Mankind. though unreasonably, cause him to be despised by that evil Generation, sacrificing his very Reputation to the Honour of God, and the Benefit of Mankind. c-acp av-j, vvb pno31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j-jn n1, vvg po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 431 Page 15
2070 When one call'd him, good Master, he replied, that no one was good, but God; When one called him, good Master, he replied, that no one was good, but God; c-crq pi vvd pno31, j n1, pns31 vvd, cst dx crd vbds j, cc-acp np1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 431 Page 15
2071 not thereby denying himself to be good, or that he was really God; but making this Reply to one that spake to him in the Style, which the Jews us'd towards their Doctors, looking upon him as a meer Man, according to the Form, which he had taken upon him. not thereby denying himself to be good, or that he was really God; but making this Reply to one that spoke to him in the Style, which the jews used towards their Doctors, looking upon him as a mere Man, according to the From, which he had taken upon him. xx av vvg px31 pc-acp vbi j, cc cst pns31 vbds av-j np1; p-acp vvg d n1 p-acp pi cst vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, r-crq dt np2 vvn p-acp po32 n2, vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n1, vvg p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp pno31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 431 Page 15
2072 He complied, as I took Notice before, with Institutions which he had no need of, that he might be an Example to others. He complied, as I took Notice before, with Institutions which he had no need of, that he might be an Exampl to Others. pns31 vvn, c-acp pns11 vvd n1 a-acp, p-acp n2 r-crq pns31 vhd dx n1 pp-f, cst pns31 vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp n2-jn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 431 Page 15
2073 He condescended to converse with the meanest, and the worst of Men, that he might be useful to them. He condescended to converse with the Meanest, and the worst of Men, that he might be useful to them. pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt js, cc dt js pp-f n2, cst pns31 vmd vbi j p-acp pno32. (11) sermon (DIV1) 431 Page 15
2074 He made a general and an earnest Invitation to Sinners, to come to him, if they were but touch'd with a Sense of their Sins, He made a general and an earnest Invitation to Sinners, to come to him, if they were but touched with a Sense of their Sins, pns31 vvd dt n1 cc dt j n1 p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cs pns32 vbdr cc-acp vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 431 Page 15
2075 and were desirous to be deliver'd from the Burden of them, assuring them for their Encouragement, that he was lowly in Heart. His Disciples marvelled, when they saw him talking with the Woman of Samaria, which he readily condescended to do for her Instruction. and were desirous to be Delivered from the Burden of them, assuring them for their Encouragement, that he was lowly in Heart. His Disciples marveled, when they saw him talking with the Woman of Samaria, which he readily condescended to do for her Instruction. cc vbdr j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, vvg pno32 p-acp po32 n1, cst pns31 vbds av-j p-acp n1. po31 n2 vvd, c-crq pns32 vvd pno31 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq pns31 av-j vvd pc-acp vdi p-acp po31 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 431 Page 15
2076 He took great Notice, as I have observ'd, of the young Children which were presented to him, He took great Notice, as I have observed, of the young Children which were presented to him, pns31 vvd j n1, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn, pp-f dt j n2 r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp pno31, (11) sermon (DIV1) 431 Page 15
2077 and testified an especial Regard to all such as should be found like to them, in simplicity and humility of Temper, however little and inconsiderable they might appear in the Eyes of the World. and testified an especial Regard to all such as should be found like to them, in simplicity and humility of Temper, however little and inconsiderable they might appear in the Eyes of the World. cc vvd dt j n1 p-acp d d c-acp vmd vbi vvn av-j p-acp pno32, p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f vvi, c-acp j cc j pns32 vmd vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 431 Page 15
2078 He declar'd, that whosoever should do the Will of his heavenly Father, without any regard to his Quality or Circumstances in the World, was to him as his his Brother, his Sister, and his Mother. He declared, that whosoever should do the Will of his heavenly Father, without any regard to his Quality or circumstances in the World, was to him as his his Brother, his Sister, and his Mother. pns31 vvd, d r-crq vmd vdi dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, vbds p-acp pno31 c-acp po31 po31 n1, po31 n1, cc po31 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 431 Page 15
2079 Towards his Disciples he carried it not only as a Brother and a Friend, but sometimes also as a Servant. Nay, a little before he left them, he took the Habit of a Servant upon him, and wash'd their Feet, telling them, that he, their Lord and Master, did this, to give them an Example, that they might do likewise. Towards his Disciples he carried it not only as a Brother and a Friend, but sometime also as a Servant. Nay, a little before he left them, he took the Habit of a Servant upon him, and washed their Feet, telling them, that he, their Lord and Master, did this, to give them an Exampl, that they might do likewise. p-acp po31 n2 pns31 vvd pn31 xx av-j c-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, p-acp av av c-acp dt n1. uh, dt j c-acp pns31 vvd pno32, pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvn po32 n2, vvg pno32, cst pns31, po32 n1 cc n1, vdd d, pc-acp vvi pno32 dt n1, cst pns32 vmd vdi av. (11) sermon (DIV1) 431 Page 16
2080 And again elsewhere, proposing himself as their Pattern, he declar'd, that the Son of Man came not to be minister'd unto, And again elsewhere, proposing himself as their Pattern, he declared, that the Son of Man Come not to be ministered unto, cc av av, vvg px31 p-acp po32 n1, pns31 vvd, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vvd xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, (11) sermon (DIV1) 431 Page 16
2081 but to minister, and to give his Life a ransom for many. but to minister, and to give his Life a ransom for many. cc-acp pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 dt n1 p-acp d. (11) sermon (DIV1) 431 Page 16
2082 And this indeed was the greatest Expression and Testimony of Humility, that was possible, that after having liv'd an humble and a despis'd Life, he should submit to an accursed death, attended with the most ignominious Circ•mstances; And this indeed was the greatest Expression and Testimony of Humility, that was possible, that After having lived an humble and a despised Life, he should submit to an accursed death, attended with the most ignominious Circ•mstances; cc d av vbds dt js n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cst vbds j, cst p-acp vhg vvn dt j cc dt j-vvn n1, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt j-vvn n1, vvn p-acp dt av-ds j n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 431 Page 16
2083 that he not only endur'd the pain of 〈 ◊ 〉 Cross, but despis'd the shame also; that he not only endured the pain of 〈 ◊ 〉 Cross, but despised the shame also; cst pns31 xx av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f 〈 sy 〉 vvi, p-acp vvn dt n1 av; (11) sermon (DIV1) 431 Page 16
2084 that as he had made himself of no Reputation, by taking upon him the form of a Servant, being made in the likeness of Men; that as he had made himself of no Reputation, by taking upon him the from of a Servant, being made in the likeness of Men; cst c-acp pns31 vhd vvn px31 pp-f dx n1, p-acp vvg p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 431 Page 16
2085 so being found in fashion as a Man, he yet further humbled himself to the very lowest degre• becoming obedient to Death, even the Death of the Cross. so being found in fashion as a Man, he yet further humbled himself to the very lowest degre• becoming obedient to Death, even the Death of the Cross. av vbg vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 av jc vvn px31 p-acp dt av js n1 vvg j p-acp n1, av dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 431 Page 16
2086 The next Instance I nam'd was our blessed Saviour• great Meekness and Gentleness towards all forts of Men. The next Instance I named was our blessed Saviour• great Meekness and Gentleness towards all forts of Men. dt ord n1 pns11 vvd vbds po12 j-vvn np1 j n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 432 Page 16
2087 This was the Natural Effect of his Humility, and therefore he joins his Meekness and Lowliness in He••t, when he invites and encourages Sinners to con•• to him. This was the Natural Effect of his Humility, and Therefore he joins his Meekness and Lowliness in He••t, when he invites and encourages Sinners to con•• to him. d vbds dt j vvb pp-f po31 n1, cc av pns31 vvz po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, c-crq pns31 vvz cc vvz n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 433 Page 16
2088 It is cited by St. Matthew as a Prophe•y which related to him, and which he exactly fulfill'd, that he should not strive nor cry, It is cited by Saint Matthew as a Prophe•y which related to him, and which he exactly fulfilled, that he should not strive nor cry, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 np1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvd p-acp pno31, cc r-crq pns31 av-j vvn, cst pns31 vmd xx vvi ccx vvi, (11) sermon (DIV1) 433 Page 16
2089 neither should any Man hear his Voice in the Streets; neither should any Man hear his Voice in the Streets; dx vmd d n1 vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 433 Page 16
2090 a bruised Reed he should not break, nor quench the smoaking Flax, importing, that by his meek and gentle behaviour he should encourage & strengthen the humble & weakhearted. a Bruised Reed he should not break, nor quench the smoking Flax, importing, that by his meek and gentle behaviour he should encourage & strengthen the humble & weakhearted. dt j-vvn n1 pns31 vmd xx vvi, ccx vvi dt j-vvg n1, vvg, cst p-acp po31 j cc j n1 pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi dt j cc j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 433 Page 17
2091 He calls himself, for the same reason, the Good Shepherd, because of his tender Care towards such, He calls himself, for the same reason, the Good Shepherd, Because of his tender Care towards such, pns31 vvz px31, p-acp dt d n1, dt j n1, c-acp pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp d, (11) sermon (DIV1) 433 Page 17
2092 as should come under his special Conduct. as should come under his special Conduct. c-acp vmd vvi p-acp po31 j vvb. (11) sermon (DIV1) 433 Page 17
2093 Accordingly he manag'd, his Disciples with great tenderness, instructing them (as I have observ'd) as they were able to receive Instruction; Accordingly he managed, his Disciples with great tenderness, instructing them (as I have observed) as they were able to receive Instruction; av-vvg pns31 vvd, po31 n2 p-acp j n1, vvg pno32 (c-acp pns11 vhb vvn) c-acp pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 433 Page 17
2094 bearing with their Ignorance, and Indisposedness to understand and remember what he said to them; bearing with their Ignorance, and Indisposedness to understand and Remember what he said to them; vvg p-acp po32 n1, cc n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno32; (11) sermon (DIV1) 433 Page 17
2095 reproving them faithfully, but in most friendly manner, usually in such soft Terms as these, Do ye not yet understand, reproving them faithfully, but in most friendly manner, usually in such soft Terms as these, Do you not yet understand, vvg pno32 av-j, cc-acp p-acp ds j n1, av-j p-acp d j n2 c-acp d, vdb pn22 xx av vvi, (11) sermon (DIV1) 433 Page 17
2096 neither remember? Why are ye fearful, O ye of little Faith? Nay, when in the time of his Agony he had desir'd three of them to watch with him, neither Remember? Why Are you fearful, Oh you of little Faith? Nay, when in the time of his Agony he had desired three of them to watch with him, av-dx vvi? q-crq vbr pn22 j, uh pn22 pp-f j n1? uh, c-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pns31 vhd vvn crd pp-f pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, (11) sermon (DIV1) 433 Page 17
2097 and they suffer'd themselves to be overtaken with Sleep, he only said, applying himself particularly to Peter, who had exprest the greatest Confidence, What, could ye not watch with me one Hour? Watch and pray, that ye enter not into Temptation. The Spirit indeed is willing: but the Flesh is weak. and they suffered themselves to be overtaken with Sleep, he only said, applying himself particularly to Peter, who had expressed the greatest Confidence, What, could you not watch with me one Hour? Watch and pray, that you enter not into Temptation. The Spirit indeed is willing: but the Flesh is weak. cc pns32 vvd px32 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, pns31 av-j vvd, vvg px31 av-j p-acp np1, r-crq vhd vvn dt js n1, q-crq, vmd pn22 xx vvi p-acp pno11 crd n1? n1 cc vvb, cst pn22 vvb xx p-acp n1. dt n1 av vbz j: cc-acp dt n1 vbz j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 433 Page 17
2098 But his Meekness appear'd most eminently in his Carriage towards his Enemies, whilst he endured the Contradiction of Sinners against himself. But his Meekness appeared most eminently in his Carriage towards his Enemies, while he endured the Contradiction of Sinners against himself. p-acp po31 n1 vvd av-ds av-j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2, cs pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp px31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 434 Page 17
2099 When the Pharisees, the worst of Men, reproached and upbraided him for his good Works, accusing him as a prophane and loose Man, When the Pharisees, the worst of Men, reproached and upbraided him for his good Works, accusing him as a profane and lose Man, c-crq dt np2, dt js pp-f n2, vvn cc vvd pno31 p-acp po31 j vvz, vvg pno31 p-acp dt j cc j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 434 Page 17
2100 nay, as an Impostor, and a Magician, he often condescended to argue the Case with them, giving them unanswerable Arguments, and very mild Words, in his own Vindication, in order, nay, as an Impostor, and a Magician, he often condescended to argue the Case with them, giving them unanswerable Arguments, and very mild Words, in his own Vindication, in order, uh-x, c-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, pns31 av vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32, vvg pno32 j n2, cc av j n2, p-acp po31 d n1, p-acp n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 434 Page 17
2101 if possible, to have satisfied and convinc'd them, of which we have diverse observable Instances in the Evanglists. if possible, to have satisfied and convinced them, of which we have diverse observable Instances in the Evanglists. cs j, pc-acp vhi vvn cc vvd pno32, pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb j j n2 p-acp dt np2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 434 Page 18
2102 'Tis true, he did sometimes take another Course with these Men, accusing and upbraiding them in a very severe manner, telling them they were Hypocrites, Fools and blind, an evil and an adulterous Generation, Serpents, and a Generation of Vipers, and finally Children of the Devil, which may seem an Objection against the Meekness of his Temper and Behaviour. It's true, he did sometime take Another Course with these Men, accusing and upbraiding them in a very severe manner, telling them they were Hypocrites, Fools and blind, an evil and an adulterous Generation, Serpents, and a Generation of Vipers, and finally Children of the devil, which may seem an Objection against the Meekness of his Temper and Behaviour. pn31|vbz j, pns31 vdd av vvi j-jn n1 p-acp d n2, vvg cc vvg pno32 p-acp dt j j n1, vvg pno32 pns32 vbdr n2, n2 cc j, dt j-jn cc dt j n1, n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n2, cc av-j n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 vvi cc n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 435 Page 18
2103 But if the Matter be throughly considered, this admits of a very fair Account, and such as is altogether consistent with what I have said upon this Head. But if the Matter be thoroughly considered, this admits of a very fair Account, and such as is altogether consistent with what I have said upon this Head. p-acp cs dt n1 vbb av-j vvn, d vvz pp-f dt j j vvb, cc d c-acp vbz av j p-acp r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp d n1 (11) sermon (DIV1) 435 Page 18
2104 Supposing the Scribes and Pharisees to have been of such a Temper as the History of the Evangelists represents them (of which there can be no reason to doubt) there's nothing said of them by our Saviour, but what was strictly true. Supposing the Scribes and Pharisees to have been of such a Temper as the History of the Evangelists represents them (of which there can be no reason to doubt) there's nothing said of them by our Saviour, but what was strictly true. vvg dt n2 cc np2 pc-acp vhi vbn pp-f d dt vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvz pno32 (pp-f r-crq a-acp vmb vbi dx n1 pc-acp vvi) pc-acp|vbz pix vvn pp-f pno32 p-acp po12 n1, cc-acp q-crq vbds av-j j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 436 Page 18
2105 Malice and Hypocrisie mixt together make the very worst Constitution, that humane Nature is capable of, which cannot be better represented, Malice and Hypocrisy mixed together make the very worst Constitution, that humane Nature is capable of, which cannot be better represented, n1 cc n1 vvn av vvi dt av js n1, cst j n1 vbz j pp-f, r-crq vmbx vbi av-jc vvn, (11) sermon (DIV1) 436 Page 18
2106 than by resembling it to that of venemous Creatures, or accursed Spirits, and is in truth so exquisitely bad, that hardly any thing bad enough can be said of it. than by resembling it to that of venomous Creatures, or accursed Spirits, and is in truth so exquisitely bad, that hardly any thing bad enough can be said of it. cs p-acp vvg pn31 p-acp d pp-f j n2, cc j-vvn n2, cc vbz p-acp n1 av av-j j, cst av d n1 j av-d vmb vbi vvn pp-f pn31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 436 Page 18
2107 'Tis true, after all this, it might not have become every private Man to have told them the truth so openly, and so plainly; It's true, After all this, it might not have become every private Man to have told them the truth so openly, and so plainly; pn31|vbz j, c-acp d d, pn31 vmd xx vhi vvn d j n1 pc-acp vhi vvn pno32 dt n1 av av-j, cc av av-j; (11) sermon (DIV1) 436 Page 18
2108 and that partly for want of a certain Knowledge of the inward Temper and Disposition of others; and that partly for want of a certain Knowledge of the inward Temper and Disposition of Others; cc cst av p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt j vvi cc n1 pp-f n2-jn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 436 Page 18
2109 and partly for want of a special Authority to rebuke all sorts of Sinners with freedom: and partly for want of a special authority to rebuke all sorts of Sinners with freedom: cc av p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f n2 p-acp n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 436 Page 18
2110 but our blessed Saviour, who, as we believe, thorowly knew the Hearts of Men, and was come into the World with a special and extraordinary Commission from God, might well be allow'd, to tell them their own, in the plainest Terms. but our blessed Saviour, who, as we believe, thoroughly knew the Hearts of Men, and was come into the World with a special and extraordinary Commission from God, might well be allowed, to tell them their own, in the Plainest Terms. cc-acp po12 j-vvn n1, r-crq, c-acp pns12 vvb, av-j vvd dt n2 pp-f n2, cc vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp np1, vmd av vbi vvn, pc-acp vvi pno32 po32 d, p-acp dt js n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 436 Page 19
2111 John the Baptist, by Virtue of a Divine Commission, did the like; John the Baptist, by Virtue of a Divine Commission, did the like; np1 dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, vdd dt av-j; (11) sermon (DIV1) 436 Page 19
2112 and much more might He, whom St. John acknowledged to be so much Greater than himself, do it. and much more might He, whom Saint John acknowledged to be so much Greater than himself, do it. cc d dc vmd pns31, ro-crq n1 np1 vvd pc-acp vbi av d jc cs px31, vdb pn31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 436 Page 19
2113 Especially if we add, That he had taken the gentler Course first, mildly arguing with them, with Great Strength of Reason, as I have already observed. To conclude this Particular; Especially if we add, That he had taken the Gentler Course First, mildly arguing with them, with Great Strength of Reason, as I have already observed. To conclude this Particular; av-j cs pns12 vvb, cst pns31 vhd vvn dt jc n1 ord, av-j vvg p-acp pno32, p-acp j n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn. pc-acp vvi d j-jn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 436 Page 19
2114 Our Saviour's Meekness was then most Conspicuous, when he met with the utmost personal Provocations: Our Saviour's Meekness was then most Conspicuous, when he met with the utmost personal Provocations: po12 ng1 n1 vbds av av-ds j, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt j j n2: (11) sermon (DIV1) 437 Page 19
2115 When one of his own Disciples vilely betray'd him, upon his approaching to give him the traiterous Kiss, he said no more, When one of his own Disciples vilely betrayed him, upon his approaching to give him the traitorous Kiss, he said no more, c-crq crd pp-f po31 d n2 av-j vvn pno31, p-acp po31 j-vvg pc-acp vvi pno31 dt j n1, pns31 vvd av-dx av-dc, (11) sermon (DIV1) 437 Page 19
2116 but Friend, Wherefore art thou come? And again, Judas, betrayest thou the Son of Man with a Kiss? To the Chief Priests, and Captains, but Friend, Wherefore art thou come? And again, Judas, Betrayest thou the Son of Man with a Kiss? To the Chief Priests, and Captains, cc-acp n1, c-crq vb2r pns21 vvn? cc av, np1, vv2 pns21 dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1? p-acp dt j-jn n2, cc n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 437 Page 19
2117 and Elders, that came with Judas, he address'd himself in this mild Language, Be ye come out as against a Thief, with Swords and Staves? When I was daily with you in the Temple, ye stretched forth no Hands against me: and Elders, that Come with Judas, he addressed himself in this mild Language, Be you come out as against a Thief, with Swords and Staves? When I was daily with you in the Temple, you stretched forth no Hands against me: cc n2-jn, cst vvd p-acp np1, pns31 vvn px31 p-acp d j n1, vbb pn22 vvn av c-acp p-acp dt n1, p-acp n2 cc n2? c-crq pns11 vbds j p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1, pn22 vvd av dx n2 p-acp pno11: (11) sermon (DIV1) 437 Page 19
2118 but this is your Hour, and the Power of Darkness. Not one passionate or indecent Expression in all this; but this is your Hour, and the Power of Darkness. Not one passionate or indecent Expression in all this; cc-acp d vbz po22 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. xx pi j cc j n1 p-acp d d; (11) sermon (DIV1) 437 Page 19
2119 nor when he was presently after brought upon his Tryal; nor under his Sufferings themselves. But that leads me to another Instance, nearly allyed to this of Meekness, Viz. nor when he was presently After brought upon his Trial; nor under his Sufferings themselves. But that leads me to Another Instance, nearly allied to this of Meekness, Viz. ccx c-crq pns31 vbds av-j a-acp vvd p-acp po31 n1; ccx p-acp po31 n2 px32. p-acp d vvz pno11 p-acp j-jn n1, av-j vvn p-acp d pp-f n1, av (11) sermon (DIV1) 437 Page 19
2120 The Great Patience of our Lord, under the sharpest Sufferings of various kinds. The Great Patience of our Lord, under the Sharpest Sufferings of various Kinds. dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp dt js n2 pp-f j n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 438 Page 20
2121 That he quietly underwent many Inconveniencies and Hardships, through the Course of a mean and poor Life, may be rather call'd Contentedness than Patience; That he quietly underwent many Inconveniences and Hardships, through the Course of a mean and poor Life, may be rather called Contentedness than Patience; cst pns31 av-jn vvd d n2 cc n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1, vmb vbi av-c vvn n1 cs n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 439 Page 20
2122 that he bore with the Weakness of his Friends; that he boar with the Weakness of his Friends; cst pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 439 Page 20
2123 and the perverseness of his Enemies, during the space of his Publick Ministry, may be properly reduc'd to the last Head of Meekness; and the perverseness of his Enemies, during the Molle of his Public Ministry, may be properly reduced to the last Head of Meekness; cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 439 Page 20
2124 but his Patience appear'd in his quietly susteining those severe Sufferings which befel him, both immediately before, but his Patience appeared in his quietly sustaining those severe Sufferings which befell him, both immediately before, cc-acp po31 n1 vvd p-acp po31 av-jn vvg d j n2 r-crq vvd pno31, av-d av-j a-acp, (11) sermon (DIV1) 439 Page 20
2125 and at his Crucisixion, during all which time, it is observable, that not one froward or impatient word proceeded out of his Mouth. and At his Crucifixion, during all which time, it is observable, that not one froward or impatient word proceeded out of his Mouth. cc p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d r-crq n1, pn31 vbz j, cst xx pi j cc j n1 vvd av pp-f po31 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 439 Page 20
2126 When he stood before the Council, and they laid many grievous things to his Charge, which he knew to be false, he held his peace. When an Officer insolently stroke him, without any Order from the Council, he only said, If I have spoken evil; bear witness of the evil: But if well; When he stood before the Council, and they laid many grievous things to his Charge, which he knew to be false, he held his peace. When an Officer insolently stroke him, without any Order from the Council, he only said, If I have spoken evil; bear witness of the evil: But if well; c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, cc pns32 vvd d j n2 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi j, pns31 vvd po31 n1. c-crq dt n1 av-j vvd pno31, p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 av-j vvd, cs pns11 vhb vvn j-jn; vvb n1 pp-f dt n-jn: cc-acp cs av; (11) sermon (DIV1) 439 Page 20
2127 why smitest thou me? When Pilate order'd him to be scourged, and when the Soldiers spit upon him, mockt him, and abused him in diverse rude and insolent Ways, his Patience was still invincible. why smitest thou me? When Pilate ordered him to be scourged, and when the Soldiers spit upon him, mocked him, and abused him in diverse rude and insolent Ways, his Patience was still invincible. q-crq vv2 pns21 pno11? c-crq np1 vvn pno31 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc c-crq dt n2 vvb p-acp pno31, vvd pno31, cc vvn pno31 p-acp j j cc j n2, po31 n1 vbds av j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 439 Page 20
2128 He was after all led as a Sheep to the slaughter, and like a Lamb dumb before his Shearer, so opened he not his Mouth. He was After all led as a Sheep to the slaughter, and like a Lamb dumb before his Shearer, so opened he not his Mouth. pns31 vbds p-acp d vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av-j dt n1 j p-acp po31 np1, av vvd pns31 xx po31 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 439 Page 20
2129 Upon the Cross indeed he once complain'd; Upon the Cross indeed he once complained; p-acp dt n1 av pns31 a-acp vvd; (11) sermon (DIV1) 439 Page 20
2130 but it was in the Words of a Prophetick Psalm, indited long before, for that very purpose, making his humble Application to GOD, but it was in the Words of a Prophetic Psalm, Indited long before, for that very purpose, making his humble Application to GOD, cc-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, vvn av-j a-acp, c-acp cst j n1, vvg po31 j n1 p-acp np1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 439 Page 20
2131 as to One in whom he knew he had a sure Interest, notwithstanding the Severity of his Sufferings, in which Confidence he immediately after •esigned his Spirit to him. as to One in whom he knew he had a sure Interest, notwithstanding the Severity of his Sufferings, in which Confidence he immediately After •esigned his Spirit to him. c-acp p-acp crd p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd pns31 vhd dt j n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 av-j a-acp vvd po31 n1 p-acp pno31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 439 Page 21
2132 And that which render'd this Patience of our Lord still the more considerable was, that he was all this while conscious of Perfect Innocency, And that which rendered this Patience of our Lord still the more considerable was, that he was all this while conscious of Perfect Innocency, cc cst r-crq vvd d n1 pp-f po12 n1 av dt av-dc j vbds, cst pns31 vbds d d cs j pp-f j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 440 Page 21
2133 and very sensible of the Injury done him by those who inflicted these Sufferings upon him. and very sensible of the Injury done him by those who inflicted these Sufferings upon him. cc av j pp-f dt n1 vdn pno31 p-acp d r-crq vvn d n2 p-acp pno31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 440 Page 21
2134 To this purpose St. Peter argues in this very Case, proposing our Lord, as a Pattern to us herein. To this purpose Saint Peter argues in this very Case, proposing our Lord, as a Pattern to us herein. p-acp d n1 n1 np1 vvz p-acp d j n1, vvg po12 n1, c-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12 av. (11) sermon (DIV1) 440 Page 21
2135 This, (says he) is thank-worthy, if a Man for Conscience toward God endure Grief, suffering wrongfully. This, (Says he) is thankworthy, if a Man for Conscience towards God endure Grief, suffering wrongfully. d, (vvz pns31) vbz j, cs dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 vvi n1, vvg av-j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 440 Page 21
2136 For what Glory is it, if when ye be buffeted for your Faults, ye take it patiently? But if, For what Glory is it, if when you be buffeted for your Faults, you take it patiently? But if, p-acp r-crq n1 vbz pn31, cs c-crq pn22 vbb vvn p-acp po22 n2, pn22 vvb pn31 av-j? p-acp cs, (11) sermon (DIV1) 440 Page 21
2137 when ye do well and suffer for it, ye take it patiently; this is acceptable with God. when you do well and suffer for it, you take it patiently; this is acceptable with God. c-crq pn22 vdb av cc vvi p-acp pn31, pn22 vvb pn31 av-j; d vbz j p-acp np1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 440 Page 21
2138 For even hereunto were ye called; For even hereunto were you called; p-acp av av vbdr pn22 vvn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 440 Page 21
2139 because Christ also suffer'd for us, leaving us an Example, that ye should follow his Steps; Because christ also suffered for us, leaving us an Exampl, that you should follow his Steps; c-acp np1 av vvn p-acp pno12, vvg pno12 dt n1, cst pn22 vmd vvi po31 vvz; (11) sermon (DIV1) 440 Page 21
2140 Who did no sin, neither was guile found in his Mouth; Who, when he was reviled, reviled not again; Who did no since, neither was guile found in his Mouth; Who, when he was reviled, reviled not again; q-crq vdd dx n1, av-dx vbds n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1; r-crq, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn, vvd xx av; (11) sermon (DIV1) 440 Page 21
2141 when he suffer'd, he threatned not; but committed himself to Him who judgeth righteously. when he suffered, he threatened not; but committed himself to Him who Judgeth righteously. c-crq pns31 vvd, pns31 vvd xx; cc-acp vvd px31 p-acp pno31 r-crq vvz av-j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 440 Page 21
2142 I come now to the last Instance I mention'd, wherein our blessed Saviour became our Example, I come now to the last Instance I mentioned, wherein our blessed Saviour became our Exampl, pns11 vvb av p-acp dt ord n1 pns11 vvn, c-crq po12 j-vvn n1 vvd po12 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 441 Page 21
2143 and that was in a True and Sedate Courage, testified by an unshaken Resolution and Constancy of Mind. and that was in a True and Sedate Courage, testified by an unshaken Resolution and Constancy of Mind. cc cst vbds p-acp dt j cc vvi n1, vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 441 Page 21
2144 Having fix'd hi• End, he pursued it resolutely, upon all Occasions bearing up against whatsoever Temptation or Opposition he met with in his way. Having fixed hi• End, he pursued it resolutely, upon all Occasions bearing up against whatsoever Temptation or Opposition he met with in his Way. vhg vvn n1 vvb, pns31 vvd pn31 av-j, p-acp d n2 vvg a-acp p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 pns31 vvd p-acp p-acp po31 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 442 Page 22
2145 I might begin with the Constancy which he shew'd in resisting the Temptation of the Devil, when he assaulted him by several different Methods, at his setting out upon his great Work; I might begin with the Constancy which he showed in resisting the Temptation of the devil, when he assaulted him by several different Methods, At his setting out upon his great Work; pns11 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp j j n2, p-acp po31 vvg av p-acp po31 j n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 443 Page 22
2146 which to those who are his Disciples, is a Pattern to instruct and encourage them, in withstanding all the Attempts of their Spiritual and Invisible Enemy: which to those who Are his Disciples, is a Pattern to instruct and encourage them, in withstanding all the Attempts of their Spiritual and Invisible Enemy: r-crq p-acp d r-crq vbr po31 n2, vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32, p-acp vvg d dt vvz pp-f po32 j cc j n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 443 Page 22
2147 But I rather chuse to take Notice of his Constancy in resisting and overcoming all the Temptations he met with from Men, of which we have many Instances, which cannot be denyed by our Adversaries themselves. But I rather choose to take Notice of his Constancy in resisting and overcoming all the Temptations he met with from Men, of which we have many Instances, which cannot be denied by our Adversaries themselves. cc-acp pns11 av-c vvb pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg d dt n2 pns31 vvd p-acp p-acp n2, pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb d n2, r-crq vmbx vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2 px32. (11) sermon (DIV1) 443 Page 22
2148 To this purpose 'tis observable, that he was neither affected with the Applauses, nor imposed upon by the Pretences, To this purpose it's observable, that he was neither affected with the Applauses, nor imposed upon by the Pretences, p-acp d n1 pn31|vbz j, cst pns31 vbds av-dx vvn p-acp dt n2, ccx vvn p-acp p-acp dt n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 444 Page 22
2149 nor discouraged by the Reproaches and Threatnings of those he had to do with. Sometimes nothing would satisfie the People, but to set him up immediately for a King; nor discouraged by the Reproaches and Threatenings of those he had to do with. Sometime nothing would satisfy the People, but to Set him up immediately for a King; ccx vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n2-vvg pp-f d pns31 vhd pc-acp vdi p-acp. av pix vmd vvi dt n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp av-j c-acp dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 444 Page 22
2150 but, because he knew this was not agreeable to the design of his coming, he declin'd the Offer At other times, his Enemies would speak him fair, in order to betray him: but, Because he knew this was not agreeable to the Design of his coming, he declined the Offer At other times, his Enemies would speak him fair, in order to betray him: cc-acp, c-acp pns31 vvd d vbds xx j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg, pns31 vvn dt n1 p-acp j-jn n2, po31 n2 vmd vvi pno31 j, p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno31: (11) sermon (DIV1) 444 Page 22
2151 But he discerned their Hypocrisie and Wickedness, and would give them no Advantage against him. But he discerned their Hypocrisy and Wickedness, and would give them no Advantage against him. cc-acp pns31 vvd po32 n1 cc n1, cc vmd vvi pno32 dx n1 p-acp pno31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 444 Page 22
2152 For the most part they discovered their Hatred to him very openly, so that he knew that he went in danger of his Life amongst them: For the most part they discovered their Hatred to him very openly, so that he knew that he went in danger of his Life among them: p-acp dt av-ds n1 pns32 vvd po32 n1 p-acp pno31 av av-j, av cst pns31 vvd cst pns31 vvd p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32: (11) sermon (DIV1) 444 Page 23
2153 but neither did this deter him from pursuing his great Design. He withdrew indeed upon Occasion from one Place to another, to avoid their Fury: but neither did this deter him from pursuing his great Design. He withdrew indeed upon Occasion from one Place to Another, to avoid their Fury: cc-acp av-d vdd d vvi pno31 p-acp vvg po31 j n1. pns31 vvd av p-acp n1 p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn, pc-acp vvi po32 n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 444 Page 23
2154 but he never deserted his Work, or neglected the least part of his Duty from fear; but he never deserted his Work, or neglected the least part of his Duty from Fear; cc-acp pns31 av-x vvn po31 n1, cc vvd dt ds n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 444 Page 23
2155 but was always employ'd in the great Business of his High Calling, wheresoever he went. but was always employed in the great Business of his High Calling, wheresoever he went. cc-acp vbds av vvd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 j vvg, c-crq pns31 vvd. (11) sermon (DIV1) 444 Page 23
2156 If an Occasion of exercising his Charity offer'd it self, though upon a Sabbath-Day, and in the Presence of the Pharisees, yet he laid hold of it, If an Occasion of exercising his Charity offered it self, though upon a Sabbath-Day, and in the Presence of the Pharisees, yet he laid hold of it, cs dt n1 pp-f vvg po31 n1 vvd pn31 n1, cs p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2, av pns31 vvd n1 pp-f pn31, (11) sermon (DIV1) 444 Page 23
2157 and did the thing which he certainly knew they would lay to his Charge, as a Crime. and did the thing which he Certainly knew they would lay to his Charge, as a Crime. cc vdd dt n1 r-crq pns31 av-j vvd pns32 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1, c-acp dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 444 Page 23
2158 He would upon all fair Occasions justifie himself to their Faces, owning who he was, in such Terms as they understood well enough. He would upon all fair Occasions justify himself to their Faces, owning who he was, in such Terms as they understood well enough. pns31 vmd p-acp d j n2 vvi px31 p-acp po32 n2, vvg r-crq pns31 vbds, p-acp d n2 c-acp pns32 vvd av av-d. (11) sermon (DIV1) 444 Page 23
2159 He very often discours'd with his Disciples of his Sufferings, as what he certainly foreknew and expected; He very often discoursed with his Disciples of his Sufferings, as what he Certainly foreknew and expected; pns31 av av vvn p-acp po31 n2 pp-f po31 n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 av-j vvd cc vvn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 444 Page 23
2160 and when Peter would have tempted him to spare himself, he rebuked him more sharply upon that, and when Peter would have tempted him to spare himself, he rebuked him more sharply upon that, cc c-crq np1 vmd vhi vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi px31, pns31 vvd pno31 av-dc av-j p-acp d, (11) sermon (DIV1) 444 Page 23
2161 than ever he did upon any other Occasion. than ever he did upon any other Occasion. cs av pns31 vdd p-acp d j-jn n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 444 Page 23
2162 When any of the Festivals requir'd his Presence at Jerusalem, he went thither, tho' he knew that they sought his Life; nay, he went to the Temple, and taught publickly in the midst of their most solemn Assemblies, When any of the Festivals required his Presence At Jerusalem, he went thither, though he knew that they sought his Life; nay, he went to the Temple, and taught publicly in the midst of their most solemn Assemblies, c-crq d pp-f dt n2 vvd po31 n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vvd av, cs pns31 vvd d pns32 vvd po31 n1; uh, pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, cc vvd av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 av-ds j n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 444 Page 23
2163 so that some of them said upon that Occasion, Is not this he, whom the Jews seek to kill? But lo, he speaketh boldly, so that Some of them said upon that Occasion, Is not this he, whom the jews seek to kill? But lo, he speaks boldly, av cst d pp-f pno32 vvd p-acp d n1, vbz xx d pns31, ro-crq dt np2 vvb pc-acp vvi? p-acp uh, pns31 vvz av-j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 444 Page 23
2164 and they say nothing to him! and they say nothing to him! cc pns32 vvb pix p-acp pno31! (11) sermon (DIV1) 444 Page 23
2165 Do the Rulers know indeed that this is the very Christ? But most remarkably did he do this at his last Passover, when his Disciples, apprehensive of the Jews Designs against him, would have deterr'd him from going up, but could not prevail. Do the Rulers know indeed that this is the very christ? But most remarkably did he do this At his last Passover, when his Disciples, apprehensive of the jews Designs against him, would have deterred him from going up, but could not prevail. vdb dt n2 vvb av cst d vbz dt j np1? p-acp ds av-j vdd pns31 vdi d p-acp po31 n1 np1, c-crq po31 n2, j pp-f dt np2 n2 p-acp pno31, vmd vhi vvn pno31 p-acp vvg a-acp, cc-acp vmd xx vvi. (11) sermon (DIV1) 444 Page 23
2166 As he was going up with them, he told them, plainly and very particularly, the Things which should befal him at Jerusalem, yet he enter'd into the City in a more Publick and Solemn Manner, than he had ever done before; As he was going up with them, he told them, plainly and very particularly, the Things which should befall him At Jerusalem, yet he entered into the city in a more Public and Solemn Manner, than he had ever done before; p-acp pns31 vbds vvg a-acp p-acp pno32, pns31 vvd pno32, av-j cc av av-j, dt n2 r-crq vmd vvi pno31 p-acp np1, av pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n1, cs pns31 vhd av vdn p-acp; (11) sermon (DIV1) 444 Page 24
2167 and altho' he went in the Evenings to lodge at Bethany, yet he return'd in the Morning to Jerusalem, where he continued to converse freely and openly, till he was apprehended. and although he went in the Evenings to lodge At Bethany, yet he returned in the Morning to Jerusalem, where he continued to converse freely and openly, till he was apprehended. cc cs pns31 vvd p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, av pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi av-j cc av-j, c-acp pns31 vbds vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 444 Page 24
2168 A little before he was seiz'd, he entertained a long and particular Discourse with his Disciples, taking his solemn Leave of them, A little before he was seized, he entertained a long and particular Discourse with his Disciples, taking his solemn Leave of them, dt j c-acp pns31 vbds vvn, pns31 vvd dt j cc j n1 p-acp po31 n2, vvg po31 j n1 pp-f pno32, (11) sermon (DIV1) 445 Page 24
2169 and instructing and comforting them, with Respect to his Absence from them. and instructing and comforting them, with Respect to his Absence from them. cc vvg cc vvg pno32, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno32. (11) sermon (DIV1) 445 Page 24
2170 When his Discourse was finish'd, and he had recommended himself and them to God by Prayer, he went with them directly to the Garden, there expecting the Traitor Judas, who knew the Place, as being that to which Jesus was wont to resort with his Disciples. When his Discourse was finished, and he had recommended himself and them to God by Prayer, he went with them directly to the Garden, there expecting the Traitor Judas, who knew the Place, as being that to which jesus was wont to resort with his Disciples. c-crq po31 n1 vbds vvn, cc pns31 vhd vvn px31 cc pno32 p-acp np1 p-acp n1, pns31 vvd p-acp pno32 av-j p-acp dt n1, a-acp vvg dt n1 np1, q-crq vvd dt n1, p-acp vbg d p-acp r-crq np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 445 Page 24
2171 When he was come thither, he met the Officers that were sent to take him, When he was come thither, he met the Officers that were sent to take him, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn av, pns31 vvd dt n2 cst vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi pno31, (11) sermon (DIV1) 445 Page 24
2172 and told them, that He was the Person whom they look'd for, by that means giving his Disciples an Oportunity to make their Escape. and told them, that He was the Person whom they looked for, by that means giving his Disciples an Opportunity to make their Escape. cc vvd pno32, cst pns31 vbds dt n1 ro-crq pns32 vvd p-acp, p-acp d n2 vvg po31 n2 dt n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 445 Page 24
2173 When he was brought first before the Chief Priest and Council, and afterwards before Pilate, he was so far from a cowardly Tergiversation, that with great Resolution and Constancy of Mind, he own'd himself to be what he was, When he was brought First before the Chief Priest and Council, and afterwards before Pilate, he was so Far from a cowardly Tergiversation, that with great Resolution and Constancy of Mind, he owned himself to be what he was, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn ord p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1, cc av p-acp np1, pns31 vbds av av-j p-acp dt j n1, cst p-acp j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, pns31 j-vvn px31 pc-acp vbi r-crq pns31 vbds, (11) sermon (DIV1) 445 Page 24
2174 and when they wanted Evidence to convict him, gave them an Oportunity of doing it out of his own Mouth, witnessing, as St. Paul expresses it, a good Confession. and when they wanted Evidence to convict him, gave them an Opportunity of doing it out of his own Mouth, witnessing, as Saint Paul Expresses it, a good Confessi. cc c-crq pns32 vvd n1 p-acp vvn pno31, vvd pno32 dt n1 pp-f vdg pn31 av pp-f po31 d n1, vvg, p-acp n1 np1 vvz pn31, dt j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 445 Page 25
2175 And as the certain and near Prospect of his Sufferings could not discourage him from thus going on, to meet and face them; And as the certain and near Prospect of his Sufferings could not discourage him from thus going on, to meet and face them; cc p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f po31 n2 vmd xx vvi pno31 p-acp av vvg a-acp, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32; (11) sermon (DIV1) 446 Page 25
2176 so neither did the feeling of them, when they were the most sharp and severe, weaken his Resolution, so neither did the feeling of them, when they were the most sharp and severe, weaken his Resolution, av d vdd dt n-vvg pp-f pno32, c-crq pns32 vbdr dt av-ds j cc j, vvi po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 446 Page 25
2177 or break the firmness of his Spirit. or break the firmness of his Spirit. cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 446 Page 25
2178 'Tis true, that both in his Agony in the Garden (as I before observ•d) and likewise whilst he was upon the Cross, he discover'd a very quick Sense of his Sufferings, It's true, that both in his Agony in the Garden (as I before observ•d) and likewise while he was upon the Cross, he discovered a very quick Sense of his Sufferings, pn31|vbz j, cst d p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 (c-acp pns11 p-acp n1) cc av cs pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvd dt j j n1 pp-f po31 n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 447 Page 25
2179 and such as some of the Adversaries of Christianity have urged as a plausible Argument, that our Saviour wanted that Courage and Firmness of Spirit, which I have ascribed to him. and such as Some of the Adversaries of Christianity have urged as a plausible Argument, that our Saviour wanted that Courage and Firmness of Spirit, which I have ascribed to him. cc d c-acp d pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 vhb vvn p-acp dt j n1, cst po12 n1 vvd cst n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 447 Page 25
2180 But in this they betray as much Ignorance as Malice, and plainly shew that they not only are destitute of a Spiritual and Divine Sense, But in this they betray as much Ignorance as Malice, and plainly show that they not only Are destitute of a Spiritual and Divine Sense, p-acp p-acp d pns32 vvb p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, cc av-j vvi cst pns32 xx av-j vbr j pp-f dt j cc j-jn n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 447 Page 25
2181 but that they want also a just Idea of the Frame of Humane Nature. The Virtue of Courage cannot consist in the Strength and Vigor of the Animal Spirits; but that they want also a just Idea of the Frame of Humane Nature. The Virtue of Courage cannot consist in the Strength and Vigor of the Animal Spirits; cc-acp cst pns32 vvb av dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n1. dt n1 pp-f n1 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 447 Page 25
2182 nor in an obstinate Resolution not to complain, or seem at all sensible of Sufferings. nor in an obstinate Resolution not to complain, or seem At all sensible of Sufferings. ccx p-acp dt j n1 xx pc-acp vvi, cc vvi p-acp d j pp-f n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 448 Page 25
2183 On the contrary the most excellent Constitution, particularly to the Purposes of Virtue and Piety, is undoubtedly that which is most tender and sensible; On the contrary the most excellent Constitution, particularly to the Purposes of Virtue and Piety, is undoubtedly that which is most tender and sensible; p-acp dt j-jn dt av-ds j n1, av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vbz av-j cst r-crq vbz av-ds j cc j; (11) sermon (DIV1) 448 Page 25
2184 and such a Constitution we may therefore reasonably presume our Saviour's to have been, which as it would necessarily occasion a very quick Sense both of the Pain and the Ignominy he was exposed to, and such a Constitution we may Therefore reasonably presume our Saviour's to have been, which as it would necessarily occasion a very quick Sense both of the Pain and the Ignominy he was exposed to, cc d dt n1 pns12 vmb av av-j vvi po12 ng1 p-acp vhi vbn, r-crq c-acp pn31 vmd av-j vvi dt j j n1 av-d pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 pns31 vbds vvn p-acp, (11) sermon (DIV1) 448 Page 25
2185 so there was in his Case also a Concurrence of many other Circumstances, whereby this Sense would be heighten'd. so there was in his Case also a Concurrence of many other circumstances, whereby this Sense would be heightened. av a-acp vbds p-acp po31 n1 av dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n2, c-crq d n1 vmd vbi vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 448 Page 26
2186 He, whom we Christians believe to have been the Son of God, and to have suffered for the Sins of Men, in order to the making Expiation for them, must necessarily have had a deep Sense of the Displeasure of his heavenly Father, on Account of the Apostacy of Mankind; He, whom we Christians believe to have been the Son of God, and to have suffered for the Sins of Men, in order to the making Expiation for them, must necessarily have had a deep Sense of the Displeasure of his heavenly Father, on Account of the Apostasy of Mankind; pns31, ro-crq pns12 njpg2 vvi pc-acp vhi vbn dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg n1 p-acp pno32, vmb av-j vhi vhn dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, p-acp vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 448 Page 26
2187 as also of the heinous Evil of Sin, and all the Misery to which it had expos'd, the Children of Men. as also of the heinous Evil of since, and all the Misery to which it had exposed, the Children of Men. c-acp av pp-f dt j n-jn pp-f n1, cc d dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vhd vvn, dt n2 pp-f n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 448 Page 26
2188 He must have been farther strongly affected with the disingenuity and baseness of those Men by whom he was thus vilely and cruelly treated, He must have been farther strongly affected with the disingenuity and baseness of those Men by whom he was thus vilely and cruelly treated, pns31 vmb vhi vbn jc av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbds av av-j cc av-j vvn, (11) sermon (DIV1) 448 Page 26
2189 and from thence considered the Difficulty of recovering Sinners to God, and the Misery to which a great Part of Mankind would through their own Perverseness still expose themselves, notwithstanding all he did and suffered for them. and from thence considered the Difficulty of recovering Sinners to God, and the Misery to which a great Part of Mankind would through their own Perverseness still expose themselves, notwithstanding all he did and suffered for them. cc p-acp av vvd dt n1 pp-f vvg n2 p-acp np1, cc dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmd p-acp po32 d n1 av vvi px32, c-acp d pns31 vdd cc vvd p-acp pno32. (11) sermon (DIV1) 448 Page 26
2190 He was wise and good enough, possess'd with such an ardent Love both to God and Man, He was wise and good enough, possessed with such an Ardent Love both to God and Man, pns31 vbds j cc j av-d, vvn p-acp d dt j n1 av-d p-acp np1 cc n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 448 Page 26
2191 as to be deeply touch'd with these and many other such like Apprehensions, which may not perhaps duly affect us, through our Ignorance, inconsiderateness and narrowness of Spirit. as to be deeply touched with these and many other such like Apprehensions, which may not perhaps duly affect us, through our Ignorance, inconsiderateness and narrowness of Spirit. c-acp pc-acp vbi av-jn vvn p-acp d cc d j-jn d j n2, r-crq vmb xx av av-jn vvi pno12, p-acp po12 n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 448 Page 26
2192 And after all, he might be left by God to feel as much from all these Circumstances concurring, And After all, he might be left by God to feel as much from all these circumstances concurring, cc p-acp d, pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d p-acp d d n2 vvg, (11) sermon (DIV1) 448 Page 26
2193 as innocent Humane Nature is capable of feeling, that by this Means his Sufferings might be so much the more considerable and valuabe, to the Ends for which they were designed. as innocent Humane Nature is capable of feeling, that by this Means his Sufferings might be so much the more considerable and valuabe, to the Ends for which they were designed. c-acp j-jn j n1 vbz j pp-f n1, cst p-acp d n2 po31 n2 vmd vbi av av-d dt av-dc j cc n1, p-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 448 Page 26
2194 And I doubt not, but whosoever has good Nature and Religion enough to be in any measure touch'd with these Considerations, will readily acknowledge, that as our Saviour's Sufferings were much greater than those of any other Man upon Earth, And I doubt not, but whosoever has good Nature and Religion enough to be in any measure touched with these Considerations, will readily acknowledge, that as our Saviour's Sufferings were much greater than those of any other Man upon Earth, cc pns11 vvb xx, cc-acp r-crq vhz j n1 cc n1 av-d pc-acp vbi p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp d n2, vmb av-j vvi, cst p-acp po12 ng1 n2 vbdr av-d jc cs d pp-f d j-jn n1 p-acp n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 448 Page 27
2195 so his Sense of them was very well consistent with True Courage and Firmness of Spirit; so his Sense of them was very well consistent with True Courage and Firmness of Spirit; av po31 n1 pp-f pno32 vbds av av j p-acp j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 448 Page 27
2196 since notwithstanding all their aggravating Circumstances, he persisted to the last in a submissive Resignation of himself to the Will of God. To conclude this Particular; since notwithstanding all their aggravating circumstances, he persisted to the last in a submissive Resignation of himself to the Will of God. To conclude this Particular; c-acp a-acp d po32 vvg n2, pns31 vvn p-acp dt ord p-acp dt j n1 pp-f px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. pc-acp vvi d j-jn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 448 Page 27
2197 As from the beginning of his Sufferings to the end, he utter'd nothing unbecoming his Character, As from the beginning of his Sufferings to the end, he uttered nothing unbecoming his Character, c-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvd pix j po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 449 Page 27
2198 so whilst he hung upon the Cross, and his Pain and Grief must be supposed most exquisite, he said diverse things, which shewed both the Clearness of his Apprehension, so while he hung upon the Cross, and his Pain and Grief must be supposed most exquisite, he said diverse things, which showed both the Clearness of his Apprehension, av cs pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, cc po31 n1 cc n1 vmb vbi vvn av-ds j, pns31 vvd j n2, r-crq vvd d dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 449 Page 27
2199 and the firmness of his Mind at that time. and the firmness of his Mind At that time. cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 449 Page 27
2200 He exprest a tender Regard to his Mother, the blessed Virgin, committing her to the Care of his beloved Disciple; He expressed a tender Regard to his Mother, the blessed Virgae, committing her to the Care of his Beloved Disciple; pns31 vvd dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, dt j-vvn n1, vvg pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j-vvn n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 449 Page 27
2201 he kindly apologized and pray'd for his Enemies; he comforted the Penitent Malefactor; he kindly apologized and prayed for his Enemies; he comforted the Penitent Malefactor; pns31 av-j vvn cc vvd p-acp po31 n2; pns31 vvd dt j-jn n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 449 Page 27
2202 and when he knew that all things were accomplished, saving one Prophecy, of their giving him Vinegar to drink, he gave an Occasion for offering it, and when he knew that all things were accomplished, Saving one Prophecy, of their giving him Vinegar to drink, he gave an Occasion for offering it, cc c-crq pns31 vvd cst d n2 vbdr vvn, vvg crd n1, pp-f po32 vvg pno31 n1 pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp vvg pn31, (11) sermon (DIV1) 449 Page 27
2203 and when he had received it, he declared, that it was finished, and commending his Spirit to his heavenly Father, he bowed his Head, and when he had received it, he declared, that it was finished, and commending his Spirit to his heavenly Father, he bowed his Head, cc c-crq pns31 vhd vvn pn31, pns31 vvd, cst pn31 vbds vvn, cc vvg po31 n1 p-acp po31 j n1, pns31 vvd po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 449 Page 27
2204 and gave up the Ghost, remaining thus constant and unalterable to the last, and conquering even by dying. and gave up the Ghost, remaining thus constant and unalterable to the last, and conquering even by dying. cc vvd a-acp dt n1, vvg av j cc j p-acp dt ord, cc j-vvg av p-acp vvg. (11) sermon (DIV1) 449 Page 27
2205 And thus I have gone through what I proposed, briefly pointing at several Instances, in which our blessed Saviour hath given us an Example, and of which the Evangelists have given us a more full and particular Narrative; And thus I have gone through what I proposed, briefly pointing At several Instances, in which our blessed Saviour hath given us an Exampl, and of which the Evangelists have given us a more full and particular Narrative; cc av pns11 vhb vvn p-acp r-crq pns11 vvd, av-j vvg p-acp j n2, p-acp r-crq po12 j n1 vhz vvn pno12 dt n1, cc pp-f r-crq dt n2 vhb vvn pno12 dt av-dc j cc j np1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 450 Page 27
2206 whose Writings upon this Account deserve our most serious and impartial perusual, as describing to us, in a plain, simple, whose Writings upon this Account deserve our most serious and impartial perusual, as describing to us, in a plain, simple, rg-crq n2-vvg p-acp d vvb vvi po12 av-ds j cc j j, c-acp vvg p-acp pno12, p-acp dt n1, j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 450 Page 27
2207 and unaffected Style, a Life to which there is nothing comparable, in the most learned and renowned Historians; and unaffected Style, a Life to which there is nothing comparable, in the most learned and renowned Historians; cc j n1, dt n1 p-acp r-crq a-acp vbz pix j, p-acp dt av-ds j cc j-vvn n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 450 Page 28
2208 a Life which none but the Son of God could have lived, and which none but those who conversed with him, a Life which none but the Son of God could have lived, and which none but those who conversed with him, dt n1 r-crq pix cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vhi vvn, cc r-crq pix p-acp d r-crq vvd p-acp pno31, (11) sermon (DIV1) 450 Page 28
2209 or were endued in some measure with his Spirit, could have written, as the Evangelists have done. or were endued in Some measure with his Spirit, could have written, as the Evangelists have done. cc vbdr vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 n1, vmd vhi vvn, c-acp dt n2 vhb vdn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 450 Page 28
2210 Had our Saviour been no greater a Person, than the Adversaries of Christianity suppose him; Had our Saviour been no greater a Person, than the Adversaries of Christianity suppose him; vhd po12 n1 vbn dx jc dt n1, cs dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb pno31; (11) sermon (DIV1) 450 Page 28
2211 and had the Evangelists been furnish'd with no greater Abilities than their Education had given them, we could not possibly have had from them, such fair Characters of True Goodness, of Solid Piety and Virtue of all Kinds, without the least Defect or Mixture, and had the Evangelists been furnished with no greater Abilities than their Education had given them, we could not possibly have had from them, such fair Characters of True goodness, of Solid Piety and Virtue of all Kinds, without the least Defect or Mixture, cc vhd dt n2 vbi vvn p-acp dx jc n2 cs po32 n1 vhd vvn pno32, pns12 vmd xx av-j vhi vhn p-acp pno32, d j n2 pp-f j n1, pp-f j n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2, p-acp dt ds n1 cc n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 450 Page 28
2212 as we read in the Gospels. as we read in the Gospels. c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt ng1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 450 Page 28
2213 I shall conclude this Discourse with admonishing my self, and all that hear me, of the mighty Obligation this Example lays upon all the professed Disciples of Jesus. It is the Example of him whom we call our Lord and Master, who took our Nature upon him, that he might not only teach, I shall conclude this Discourse with admonishing my self, and all that hear me, of the mighty Obligation this Exampl lays upon all the professed Disciples of jesus. It is the Exampl of him whom we call our Lord and Master, who took our Nature upon him, that he might not only teach, pns11 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp vvg po11 n1, cc d cst vvb pno11, pp-f dt j n1 d n1 vvz p-acp d dt j-vvn n2 pp-f np1. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f pno31 ro-crq pns12 vvb po12 n1 cc n1, r-crq vvd po12 n1 p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vmd xx av-j vvi, (11) sermon (DIV1) 451 Page 28
2214 but shew us how to live, and who hath engaged us in the highest manner, by living and dying for our sakes 'Tis, in a word, the Example of God, when he became Man, that he might restore us to the Image and the Favour of God. but show us how to live, and who hath engaged us in the highest manner, by living and dying for our sakes It's, in a word, the Exampl of God, when he became Man, that he might restore us to the Image and the Favour of God. cc-acp vvb pno12 c-crq pc-acp vvi, cc r-crq vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt js n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg p-acp po12 n2 pn31|vbz, p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vvd n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 451 Page 28
2215 Then, and then only shall we represent him truly to the World, when we become like to him in our Tempers and our Practices; Then, and then only shall we represent him truly to the World, when we become like to him in our Tempers and our Practices; av, cc av av-j vmb pns12 vvi pno31 av-j p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns12 vvb av-j p-acp pno31 p-acp po12 n2 cc po12 n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 452 Page 28
2216 by this Means we may hope to convince Unbelievers, and to procure that Esteem and Honour to the Name of our Lord, which is due from all Mankind. FINIS. by this Means we may hope to convince Unbelievers, and to procure that Esteem and Honour to the Name of our Lord, which is due from all Mankind. FINIS. p-acp d n2 pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi n2, cc pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp d n1. fw-la. (11) sermon (DIV1) 452 Page 28
2217 1 TIM 1.15. This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the World, to save Sinner. — 1 TIM 1.15. This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that christ jesus Come into the World, to save Sinner. — crd n1 crd. d vbz dt j n-vvg, cc j pp-f d n1, cst np1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi n1. — (12) sermon (DIV1) 452 Page 1
2218 IN discoursing of the Method, in which the great Mediator between God and Man, Christ Jesus, hath undertaken to save Sinners, I propos'd to consider the Necessities of fallen Men, IN discoursing of the Method, in which the great Mediator between God and Man, christ jesus, hath undertaken to save Sinners, I proposed to Consider the Necessities of fallen Men, p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1, p-acp r-crq dt j n1 p-acp np1 cc n1, np1 np1, vhz vvn pc-acp vvi n2, pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f j-vvn n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 454 Page 1
2219 and thereby to evince both that we had very great need of the assistance of a Mediator, and that no Method, which we can possibly think of, could have so fully answer'd the end of providing for our Necessities, as that which our blessed Saviour, by his coming into the World hath been pleas'd to take. and thereby to evince both that we had very great need of the assistance of a Mediator, and that no Method, which we can possibly think of, could have so Fully answered the end of providing for our Necessities, as that which our blessed Saviour, by his coming into the World hath been pleased to take. cc av pc-acp vvi d cst pns12 vhd av j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc cst dx n1, r-crq pns12 vmb av-j vvi pp-f, vmd vhi av av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp po12 n2, p-acp d r-crq po12 j n1, p-acp po31 vvg p-acp dt n1 vhz vbn vvn pc-acp vvi. (12) sermon (DIV1) 454 Page 1
2220 The Necessities of Men I reduc'd to four Heads. The Necessities of Men I reduced to four Heads. dt n2 pp-f n2 pns11 vvd p-acp crd n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 455 Page 1
2221 First, A suspicion and jealousy of Mind concerning God, and an Alienation from him, as consequent thereupon. First, A suspicion and jealousy of Mind Concerning God, and an Alienation from him, as consequent thereupon. ord, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vvg np1, cc dt n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp j av. (12) sermon (DIV1) 456 Page 1
2222 Secondly, A gross ignorance of God, of themselves, and of the several particulars of their Duty. Secondly, A gross ignorance of God, of themselves, and of the several particulars of their Duty. ord, dt j n1 pp-f np1, pp-f px32, cc pp-f dt j n2-j pp-f po32 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 457 Page 1
2223 Thirdly, An indisposition and inability to comply with the Divine Will, although it should be fully and clearly reveal'd. Thirdly, an indisposition and inability to comply with the Divine Will, although it should be Fully and clearly revealed. ord, dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, cs pn31 vmd vbi av-j cc av-j vvn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 458 Page 1
2224 Fourthly, After all, an incapacity of removing those other evil and mischievous Consequences, to which their sins had expos'd them, Fourthly, After all, an incapacity of removing those other evil and mischievous Consequences, to which their Sins had exposed them, ord, p-acp d, dt n1 pp-f vvg d j-jn n-jn cc j n2, p-acp r-crq po32 n2 vhd vvn pno32, (12) sermon (DIV1) 459 Page 2
2225 and of obtaining for themselves that compleat Salvation, which they stood in need of. and of obtaining for themselves that complete Salvation, which they stood in need of. cc pp-f vvg p-acp px32 cst j n1, r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp n1 pp-f. (12) sermon (DIV1) 459 Page 2
2226 The two former of these I have consider'd at large, and now proceed to those two which remain, which I shall treat of with greater Brevity, what I have to offer upon these Heads, not requiring so much inlargment, as on the former. The two former of these I have considered At large, and now proceed to those two which remain, which I shall Treat of with greater Brevity, what I have to offer upon these Heads, not requiring so much Enlargement, as on the former. dt crd j pp-f d pns11 vhb vvn p-acp j, cc av vvb p-acp d crd r-crq vvb, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi pp-f p-acp jc n1, r-crq pns11 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, xx vvg av d n1, c-acp p-acp dt j. (12) sermon (DIV1) 460 Page 2
2227 Thirdly therefore, The next Difficulty which fallen Men are under, is this, That they find themselves indispos'd and unable to comply with the Divine Will, Thirdly Therefore, The next Difficulty which fallen Men Are under, is this, That they find themselves indisposed and unable to comply with the Divine Will, ord av, dt ord n1 r-crq vvn n2 vbr p-acp, vbz d, cst pns32 vvb px32 vvn cc j-u pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 461 Page 2
2228 even when it is fully and clearly revealed to them. even when it is Fully and clearly revealed to them. av c-crq pn31 vbz av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp pno32. (12) sermon (DIV1) 461 Page 2
2229 Whosoever will impartially consider what I have offer'd, touching the Precepts and Example of our Blessed Saviour, Whosoever will impartially Consider what I have offered, touching the Precepts and Exampl of our Blessed Saviour, c-crq vmb av-j vvi r-crq pns11 vhb vvn, vvg dt n2 cc n1 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 462 Page 2
2230 and will seriously study the Writings of the New Testament, in which a particular account of each of them is contain'd, must acknowledge, that a profess'd Christian cannot want sufficient Instruction, in all the particulars of his Duty: and will seriously study the Writings of the New Testament, in which a particular account of each of them is contained, must acknowledge, that a professed Christian cannot want sufficient Instruction, in all the particulars of his Duty: cc vmb av-j vvi dt n2-vvg pp-f dt j n1, p-acp r-crq dt j n1 pp-f d pp-f pno32 vbz vvn, vmb vvi, cst dt vvn njp vmbx vvi j n1, p-acp d dt n2-j pp-f po31 n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 462 Page 2
2231 But there is still something farther necessary, viz. to be both able and willing to comply with the Precepts, and to imitate the Example thus set before him. But there is still something farther necessary, viz. to be both able and willing to comply with the Precepts, and to imitate the Exampl thus Set before him. cc-acp pc-acp vbz j pi av-jc j, n1 pc-acp vbi d j cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 av vvn p-acp pno31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 462 Page 2
2232 Christians themselves confess, and complain with the Apostle, that they see another Law in their Members, warring against the Law of their Minds, which, antecedently to the Grace of the Gospel, brings them into Captivity. And the Adversaries of Christianity make this a great Objection against our holy Profession, Christians themselves confess, and complain with the Apostle, that they see Another Law in their Members, warring against the Law of their Minds, which, antecedently to the Grace of the Gospel, brings them into Captivity. And the Adversaries of Christianity make this a great Objection against our holy Profession, njpg2 px32 vvi, cc vvi p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vvb j-jn n1 p-acp po32 n2, j-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, r-crq, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz pno32 p-acp n1. cc dt n2 pp-f np1 vvi d dt j n1 p-acp po12 j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 462 Page 2
2233 and I doubt not but that it is, at the bottom, the principal ground of their Infidelity, that the Precepts of our Lord are too strict, and I doubt not but that it is, At the bottom, the principal ground of their Infidelity, that the Precepts of our Lord Are too strict, cc pns11 vvb xx cc-acp cst pn31 vbz, p-acp dt n1, dt j-jn n1 pp-f po32 n1, cst dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 vbr av j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 462 Page 3
2234 and his Example too exact, to be complyed with and imitated by humane Nature. and his Exampl too exact, to be complied with and imitated by humane Nature. cc po31 n1 av j, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp cc vvn p-acp j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 462 Page 3
2235 And this is evidently the Reason, why so many profess'd Christians act disagreeably to their Profession, viz. That their Appetites and Passions are too strong for their Understanding and Reason: And this is evidently the Reason, why so many professed Christians act disagreeably to their Profession, viz. That their Appetites and Passion Are too strong for their Understanding and Reason: cc d vbz av-j dt n1, q-crq av d vvn np1 n1 av-j p-acp po32 n1, n1 cst po32 n2 cc n2 vbr av j c-acp po32 n1 cc n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 462 Page 3
2236 they know the Will of God, and inwardly approve it, but cannot prevail with themselves to obey it: they know the Will of God, and inwardly approve it, but cannot prevail with themselves to obey it: pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av-j vvi pn31, cc-acp vmbx vvi p-acp px32 pc-acp vvi pn31: (12) sermon (DIV1) 462 Page 3
2237 to Will, that is to have some faint and imperfect inclination to act according to the conviction of their Judgments, is present with them; but how to perform that which is good, they find not: to Will, that is to have Some faint and imperfect inclination to act according to the conviction of their Judgments, is present with them; but how to perform that which is good, they find not: p-acp n1, cst vbz pc-acp vhi d j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, vbz j p-acp pno32; cc-acp q-crq pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbz j, pns32 vvb xx: (12) sermon (DIV1) 462 Page 3
2238 So that the good which they would, they do not; So that the good which they would, they do not; av cst dt j r-crq pns32 vmd, pns32 vdb xx; (12) sermon (DIV1) 462 Page 3
2239 but the evil which they would not, that they do, as the same Apostle emphatically expresses it. but the evil which they would not, that they do, as the same Apostle emphatically Expresses it. cc-acp dt n-jn r-crq pns32 vmd xx, cst pns32 vdb, p-acp dt d n1 av-j vvz pn31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 462 Page 3
2240 And all this is but one of those evil Consequences, which, as I observed in a former Lecture, naturally follow our apostacy from God. And all this is but one of those evil Consequences, which, as I observed in a former Lecture, naturally follow our apostasy from God. cc d d vbz cc-acp crd pp-f d j-jn n2, r-crq, c-acp pns11 vvd p-acp dt j n1, av-j vvi po12 n1 p-acp np1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 462 Page 3
2241 My present Business therefore is to shew, what Provision our Mediator hath made in this case; My present Business Therefore is to show, what Provision our Mediator hath made in this case; po11 j n1 av vbz pc-acp vvi, r-crq n1 po12 n1 vhz vvn p-acp d n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 463 Page 3
2242 and this I shall do, in the three following Particulars. and this I shall do, in the three following Particulars. cc d pns11 vmb vdi, p-acp dt crd vvg n2-j. (12) sermon (DIV1) 463 Page 3
2243 I. Our Blessed Saviour hath provided in this instance, by annexing such Sanctions to his Precepts, I. Our Blessed Saviour hath provided in this instance, by annexing such Sanctions to his Precepts, np1 po12 j-vvn n1 vhz vvn p-acp d n1, p-acp vvg d n2 p-acp po31 n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 464 Page 3
2244 as do naturally tend most powerfully to influence our Minds. as doe naturally tend most powerfully to influence our Minds. c-acp n1 av-j vvi av-ds av-j p-acp n1 po12 n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 464 Page 3
2245 II. By promising the assistance of the Divine Spirit, for the enabling us to do what of our selves we cannot. III. II By promising the assistance of the Divine Spirit, for the enabling us to do what of our selves we cannot. III. crd p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, p-acp dt vvg pno12 pc-acp vdi r-crq pp-f po12 n2 pns12 vmbx. np1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 465 Page 3
2246 By settling such institutions to be constantly observ'd and us'd in his Church, as are both in their own Nature proper to excite us, By settling such institutions to be constantly observed and used in his Church, as Are both in their own Nature proper to excite us, p-acp vvg d n2 pc-acp vbi av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp po31 n1, c-acp vbr d p-acp po32 d n1 j pc-acp vvi pno12, (12) sermon (DIV1) 466 Page 3
2247 and are moreover design'd as Means of conveying the Grace. of the Holy Spirit to us. I. and Are moreover designed as Means of conveying the Grace. of the Holy Spirit to us. I. cc vbr av vvn p-acp n2 pp-f vvg dt n1. pp-f dt j n1 p-acp pno12. pns11. (12) sermon (DIV1) 466 Page 3
2248 By annexing such Sanctions to his Precepts, as do naturally tend most powerfully to influence our Minds. By annexing such Sanctions to his Precepts, as doe naturally tend most powerfully to influence our Minds. p-acp vvg d n2 p-acp po31 n2, c-acp n1 av-j vvi av-ds av-j p-acp n1 po12 n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 467 Page 4
2249 The Precepts of Christianity are all of them so perfectly good in their own Nature, The Precepts of Christianity Are all of them so perfectly good in their own Nature, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr d pp-f pno32 av av-j j p-acp po32 d n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 468 Page 4
2250 and so thorowly agreeable to the Understanding of a reasonable Creature, that every Man to whom they are made known, would readily comply with them, and so thoroughly agreeable to the Understanding of a reasonable Creature, that every Man to whom they Are made known, would readily comply with them, cc av av-j j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cst d n1 p-acp ro-crq pns32 vbr vvn vvn, vmd av-j vvi p-acp pno32, (12) sermon (DIV1) 468 Page 4
2251 if it were not for the seeming Pleasures of Sin, and the difficulties with which some instances of Virtue seem to be attended; seem, I say; if it were not for the seeming Pleasures of since, and the difficulties with which Some instances of Virtue seem to be attended; seem, I say; cs pn31 vbdr xx p-acp dt j-vvg n2 pp-f n1, cc dt n2 p-acp r-crq d n2 pp-f n1 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn; vvb, pns11 vvb; (12) sermon (DIV1) 468 Page 4
2252 for after all, the Experience of every good Christian fully satisfies him, that the present Pleasure, which attends a faithful compliance with the Precepts of the Gospel, greatly preponderates all its difficulties; for After all, the Experience of every good Christian Fully Satisfies him, that the present Pleasure, which attends a faithful compliance with the Precepts of the Gospel, greatly preponderates all its difficulties; c-acp p-acp d, dt n1 pp-f d j np1 av-j vvz pno31, cst dt j n1, r-crq vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, av-j n2 d po31 n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 468 Page 4
2253 as the uneasiness and the remorse, which attend a sinful Course of Life, do on the other hand render its Pleasures very inconsiderable. as the uneasiness and the remorse, which attend a sinful Course of Life, do on the other hand render its Pleasures very inconsiderable. c-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, r-crq vvb dt j n1 pp-f n1, vdb p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvi po31 n2 av j. (12) sermon (DIV1) 468 Page 4
2254 The ways of Wisdom are ways of Pleasantness, and all her Paths are Peace; The ways of Wisdom Are ways of Pleasantness, and all her Paths Are Peace; dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr n2 pp-f n1, cc d po31 n2 vbr n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 468 Page 4
2255 and to him that is become a thorow Christian, the Commandments of God are not Grievous. and to him that is become a thorough Christian, the commandments of God Are not Grievous. cc p-acp pno31 cst vbz vvn dt j njp, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr xx j. (12) sermon (DIV1) 468 Page 4
2256 But nevertheless, thus it falls out, through the Error and Corruption of Mankind, that Men are frequently misled by a present Pleasure, which they feel in complying with their sensual inclinations; But nevertheless, thus it falls out, through the Error and Corruption of Mankind, that Men Are frequently misled by a present Pleasure, which they feel in complying with their sensual inclinations; p-acp av, av pn31 vvz av, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cst n2 vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1, r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp vvg p-acp po32 j n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 468 Page 4
2257 and that the practice of Christian Piety and Virtue, forasmuch as it thwarts such inclinations, becomes difficult and irksome to them. and that the practice of Christian Piety and Virtue, forasmuch as it thwarts such inclinations, becomes difficult and irksome to them. cc cst dt n1 pp-f njp n1 cc n1, av c-acp pn31 vvz d n2, vvz j cc j p-acp pno32. (12) sermon (DIV1) 468 Page 4
2258 Now to balance this, our Blessed Saviour hath by his Gospel propos'd, over and above the present satisfaction and Pleasure which are to be found in compliance with his Laws, future rewards for our Obedience, Now to balance this, our Blessed Saviour hath by his Gospel proposed, over and above the present satisfaction and Pleasure which Are to be found in compliance with his Laws, future rewards for our obedience, av p-acp n1 d, po12 j-vvn n1 vhz p-acp po31 n1 vvn, a-acp cc p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 r-crq vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2, j-jn n2 p-acp po12 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 468 Page 4
2259 and future Punishments for our Disobedience. and future Punishments for our Disobedience. cc j-jn n2 p-acp po12 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 468 Page 4
2260 The Passions of Hope and Fear were implanted in our Nature by him who made us, to be a check upon our present Sense; The Passion of Hope and fear were implanted in our Nature by him who made us, to be a check upon our present Sense; dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbdr vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp pno31 r-crq vvd pno12, pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp po12 j n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 469 Page 5
2261 and they are of especial Use to us, during this state of our Tryal, to preserve us from being influenc'd by the false and deceitful appearances of present and sensible Objects. and they Are of especial Use to us, during this state of our Trial, to preserve us from being influenced by the false and deceitful appearances of present and sensible Objects. cc pns32 vbr pp-f j n1 p-acp pno12, p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp vbg vvn p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f j cc j n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 469 Page 5
2262 And although we cannot be said to have arrived at a Christian Frame and Constitution of Spirit, till we heartily approve the Precepts of our Religion, And although we cannot be said to have arrived At a Christian Frame and Constitution of Spirit, till we heartily approve the Precepts of our Religion, cc cs pns12 vmbx vbi vvn pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp dt njp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns12 av-j vvb dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 469 Page 5
2263 and chuse to comply with them, on account of their own intrinsick reasonableness and goodness; and choose to comply with them, on account of their own intrinsic reasonableness and Goodness; cc vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, p-acp n1 pp-f po32 d j n1 cc n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 469 Page 5
2264 yet 'tis usually by the hope of Rewards, and the fear of Punishments, that our Minds are at first awaken'd, yet it's usually by the hope of Rewards, and the Fear of Punishments, that our Minds Are At First awakened, av pn31|vbz av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n2, cst po12 n2 vbr p-acp ord vvn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 469 Page 5
2265 and our thoughts become duly fix'd; and our thoughts become duly fixed; cc po12 n2 vvb av-jn vvn; (12) sermon (DIV1) 469 Page 5
2266 and even after we have attain'd to a sincere and prevalent love of Piety and Virtue upon their own account, and even After we have attained to a sincere and prevalent love of Piety and Virtue upon their own account, cc av c-acp pns12 vhb vvd p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 d n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 469 Page 5
2267 yet still our nopes and fears are of great use to us, to excite our Minds, to quicken our Endeavours, yet still our nopes and fears Are of great use to us, to excite our Minds, to quicken our Endeavours, av av po12 n2 cc n2 vbr pp-f j n1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi po12 n2, pc-acp vvi po12 n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 469 Page 5
2268 and to turn the Scale, upon all Emergencies, against the temptations of Sense. and to turn the Scale, upon all Emergencies, against the temptations of Sense. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp d n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 469 Page 5
2269 And by how much the more considerable the Objects of our hope and fear are, by so much the greater is the influence which they will have upon us. And by how much the more considerable the Objects of our hope and Fear Are, by so much the greater is the influence which they will have upon us. cc p-acp c-crq av-d dt av-dc j dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 vbr, p-acp av av-d dt jc vbz dt n1 r-crq pns32 vmb vhi p-acp pno12. (12) sermon (DIV1) 470 Page 5
2270 For which reason, the Gospel hath propos'd to us such Rewards and Punishments in the life to come, For which reason, the Gospel hath proposed to us such Rewards and Punishments in the life to come, p-acp r-crq n1, dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 d n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (12) sermon (DIV1) 470 Page 5
2271 as to those who thoroughly believe and consider them, will appear infinitely to outweigh all the present Pleasures by which foolish Sinners are courted, as to those who thoroughly believe and Consider them, will appear infinitely to outweigh all the present Pleasures by which foolish Sinners Are courted, c-acp p-acp d r-crq av-j vvi cc vvi pno32, vmb vvi av-j pc-acp vvi d dt j n2 p-acp r-crq j n2 vbr vvn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 470 Page 5
2272 and the present difficulties by which they are apt to be discouraged. and the present difficulties by which they Are apt to be discouraged. cc dt j n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 470 Page 5
2273 For it promiseth on the one hand, all that Happiness, which humane Nature compleated by the union of a purified Soul with an incorruptible Body, For it promises on the one hand, all that Happiness, which humane Nature completed by the Union of a purified Soul with an incorruptible Body, p-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt crd n1, d cst n1, r-crq j n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt vvn n1 p-acp dt j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 470 Page 5
2274 and restor'd to the favor of Almighty God, is capable of; and restored to the favour of Almighty God, is capable of; cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn np1, vbz j pp-f; (12) sermon (DIV1) 470 Page 6
2275 and on the other hand, it threatens all that Misery, that Men compos'd of Soul and Body reunited, and on the other hand, it threatens all that Misery, that Men composed of Soul and Body Reunited, cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, pn31 vvz d cst n1, cst n2 vvn pp-f n1 cc n1 vvn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 470 Page 6
2276 but unregenerated, and abandon'd by God, are obnoxious to; but unregenerated, and abandoned by God, Are obnoxious to; cc-acp vvn, cc vvn p-acp np1, vbr j p-acp; (12) sermon (DIV1) 470 Page 6
2277 the particulars of which states are indeed such as we, cannot have a full conception of in this Life; the particulars of which states Are indeed such as we, cannot have a full conception of in this Life; dt n2-j pp-f r-crq n2 vbr av d c-acp pns12, vmbx vhi dt j n1 pp-f p-acp d n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 470 Page 6
2278 but from the general view which the Gospel hath given us, both of the Quality, and the Duration of this future Happiness and Misery, we have all the reason in the World to infer, that nothing, but from the general view which the Gospel hath given us, both of the Quality, and the Duration of this future Happiness and Misery, we have all the reason in the World to infer, that nothing, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn pno12, d pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n1 cc n1, pns12 vhb d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cst pix, (12) sermon (DIV1) 470 Page 6
2279 but either downright disbelief of these things, or the want of representing them duly to our Minds, by frequent and serious consideration, can render them ineffectual to excite our hope and fear to that degree, but either downright disbelief of these things, or the want of representing them duly to our Minds, by frequent and serious consideration, can render them ineffectual to excite our hope and Fear to that degree, cc-acp d j n1 pp-f d n2, cc dt n1 pp-f vvg pno32 av-jn pc-acp po12 n2, p-acp j cc j n1, vmb vvi pno32 j pc-acp vvi po12 n1 cc vvi p-acp d n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 470 Page 6
2280 as will serve to influence our tempers and our lives. as will serve to influence our tempers and our lives. c-acp vmb vvi p-acp n1 po12 n2 cc po12 n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 470 Page 6
2281 For the farther promoting of which ends, the Gospel hath fully and clearly asserted the Reality and Certainty of these future Recompences, not speaking of them, For the farther promoting of which ends, the Gospel hath Fully and clearly asserted the Reality and Certainty of these future Recompenses, not speaking of them, p-acp dt jc j-vvg pp-f r-crq n2, dt n1 vhz av-j cc av-j vvn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j-jn n2, xx vvg pp-f pno32, (12) sermon (DIV1) 471 Page 6
2282 as of what may possibly be, or what is only probable; but as of what we may as surely depend upon, as of what may possibly be, or what is only probable; but as of what we may as surely depend upon, c-acp pp-f r-crq vmb av-j vbb, cc r-crq vbz j j; p-acp a-acp a-acp r-crq pns12 vmb a-acp av-j vvi p-acp, (12) sermon (DIV1) 471 Page 6
2283 as upon any other Truths which it hath reveal'd to us, leaving no room for any profess'd Christian to doubt or hesitate concerning them. as upon any other Truths which it hath revealed to us, leaving no room for any professed Christian to doubt or hesitate Concerning them. c-acp p-acp d j-jn n2 r-crq pn31 vhz vvn p-acp pno12, vvg dx n1 p-acp d vvn np1 pc-acp vvi cc n1 vvg pno32. (12) sermon (DIV1) 471 Page 6
2284 And herein it must be granted, that the Method taken by the Christian Institution, for exciting our hope and fear, And herein it must be granted, that the Method taken by the Christian Institution, for exciting our hope and Fear, cc av pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cst dt n1 vvn p-acp dt njp n1, p-acp j po12 n1 cc n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 472 Page 6
2285 and by consequence for moving us effectually to comply with its Precepts, altogether surpasses what has been done by any other institution of Religion. and by consequence for moving us effectually to comply with its Precepts, altogether Surpasses what has been done by any other Institution of Religion. cc p-acp n1 p-acp vvg pno12 av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2, av vvz r-crq vhz vbn vdn p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 472 Page 6
2286 It would be ridiculous to compare the dreams of Pagan Poets, or the Mahometan Fables, concerning the Rewards and Punishments of the life to come, with the Promises and Threatnings of the Gospel. It would be ridiculous to compare the dreams of Pagan Poets, or the Mahometan Fables, Concerning the Rewards and Punishments of the life to come, with the Promises and Threatenings of the Gospel. pn31 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2, cc dt jp n2, vvg dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt vvz cc n2-vvg pp-f dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 472 Page 7
2287 As to the Mosaical Institution, which we Christians acknowledge to have been Divine, it look'd no farther in its Promises and Threatnings, at least not in plain and express terms, As to the Mosaical Institution, which we Christians acknowledge to have been Divine, it looked no farther in its Promises and Threatenings, At least not in plain and express terms, p-acp p-acp dt j n1, r-crq pns12 njpg2 vvi pc-acp vhi vbn j-jn, pn31 vvd dx av-jc p-acp po31 vvz cc n2-vvg, p-acp ds xx p-acp j cc vvi n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 472 Page 7
2288 than to the good and evil things of the present life. than to the good and evil things of the present life. cs p-acp dt j cc j-jn n2 pp-f dt j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 472 Page 7
2289 Not but that wise and good Men amongst the Jews, looking beyond the Letter of their Law, did see, Not but that wise and good Men among the jews, looking beyond the letter of their Law, did see, xx p-acp d j cc j n2 p-acp dt np2, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, vdd vvi, (12) sermon (DIV1) 472 Page 7
2290 tho' obscurely, into the other World. though obscurely, into the other World. cs av-j, p-acp dt j-jn n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 472 Page 7
2291 The notion of the Soul's Immortality was indeed from Nature and Reason, generally embrac'd by the considering part of Mankind: The notion of the Soul's Immortality was indeed from Nature and Reason, generally embraced by the considering part of Mankind: dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 vbds av p-acp n1 cc n1, av-j vvn p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 473 Page 7
2292 but yet the wisest and best Philosophers express'd themselves very dubiously with respect to a future State, of which sufficient Evidence might be produc'd both from Socrates amongst the Greeks, and Tully amongst the Romans, who seem to have gone as far as any others in the Expectation and Hope of Immortality; but yet the Wisest and best Philosophers expressed themselves very dubiously with respect to a future State, of which sufficient Evidence might be produced both from Socrates among the Greeks, and Tully among the Roman, who seem to have gone as Far as any Others in the Expectation and Hope of Immortality; cc-acp av dt js cc js n2 vvn px32 av av-j p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, pp-f r-crq j n1 vmd vbi vvn av-d p-acp npg1 p-acp dt np1, cc np1 p-acp dt njp2, r-crq vvb pc-acp vhi vvn a-acp av-j c-acp d n2-jn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 473 Page 7
2293 but yet could not say enough powerfully to excite the hopes of good Men, or the fears of the Wicked, to such a degree, but yet could not say enough powerfully to excite the hope's of good Men, or the fears of the Wicked, to such a degree, cc-acp av vmd xx vvi av-d av-j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f j n2, cc dt n2 pp-f dt j, p-acp d dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 473 Page 7
2294 as might suffice to balance the Temptations of the present Life, at least with the vulgar and unthinking part of Men, which is by far the greater number. as might suffice to balance the Temptations of the present Life, At least with the Vulgar and unthinking part of Men, which is by Far the greater number. c-acp vmd vvi pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp ds p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vbz p-acp av-j dt jc n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 473 Page 7
2295 Whereas the Gospel speaks so plainly, and so positively of these matters, as may be sufficient to influence all sorts of Men by whom it is believed. To conclude this Particular; Whereas the Gospel speaks so plainly, and so positively of these matters, as may be sufficient to influence all sorts of Men by whom it is believed. To conclude this Particular; cs dt n1 vvz av av-j, cc av av-j pp-f d n2, c-acp vmb vbi j p-acp n1 d n2 pp-f n2 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn. pc-acp vvi d j-jn; (12) sermon (DIV1) 473 Page 7
2296 The belief of the Recompences of the Life to come, as reveal'd by the Gospel, is that which has made so wide a difference between the Christian and the Pagan World. The belief of the Recompenses of the Life to come, as revealed by the Gospel, is that which has made so wide a difference between the Christian and the Pagan World. dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi, c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1, vbz d r-crq vhz vvn av j dt n1 p-acp dt njp cc dt j-jn n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 474 Page 8
2297 What the State of the Heathen was, before the publishing of Christianity, I have observ'd in a former Lecture. What the State of the Heathen was, before the publishing of Christianity, I have observed in a former Lecture. q-crq dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vbds, p-acp dt vvg pp-f np1, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 474 Page 8
2298 Men were almost universally and totally fallen from the Divine, and sunk into the Animal Life, estranged from God, Men were almost universally and totally fallen from the Divine, and sunk into the Animal Life, estranged from God, n2 vbdr av av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp dt j-jn, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 n1, vvn p-acp np1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 474 Page 8
2299 and enslav'd by the Devil and their own Lusts: and enslaved by the devil and their own Lustiest: cc vvd p-acp dt n1 cc po32 d n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 474 Page 8
2300 But when the Gospel was Published, it awaken'd their Minds, causing them to look sorward towards another Life, But when the Gospel was Published, it awakened their Minds, causing them to look sorward towards Another Life, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn, pn31 vvn po32 n2, vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp j-jn n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 474 Page 8
2301 and to consider the consequences of their present behaviour. and to Consider the consequences of their present behaviour. cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po32 j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 474 Page 8
2302 There are indeed in this degenerate State of the Christian Church, abundance of Men professing themselves Christians, who are yet as unreform'd as the worst of Infidels: There Are indeed in this degenerate State of the Christian Church, abundance of Men professing themselves Christians, who Are yet as unreformed as the worst of Infidels: pc-acp vbr av p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt njp n1, n1 pp-f n2 vvg px32 njpg2, r-crq vbr av p-acp j-vvn c-acp dt js pp-f n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 475 Page 8
2303 But then, 'tis because they do not heartily believe, or at least do not at all consider the Principles of Christianity. But then, it's Because they do not heartily believe, or At least doe not At all Consider the Principles of Christianity. cc-acp av, pn31|vbz c-acp pns32 vdb xx av-j vvi, cc p-acp ds n1 xx p-acp d vvb dt n2 pp-f np1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 475 Page 8
2304 But as this is certain, that where Christianity is Profess'd, there are far greater numbers of all Ranks of Men, who are persuaded to the practice of Piety and Virtue, But as this is certain, that where Christianity is Professed, there Are Far greater numbers of all Ranks of Men, who Are persuaded to the practice of Piety and Virtue, cc-acp c-acp d vbz j, cst c-crq np1 vbz vvn, pc-acp vbr av-j jc n2 pp-f d n2 pp-f n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 475 Page 8
2305 than there are in other parts of the World; than there Are in other parts of the World; cs pc-acp vbr p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 475 Page 8
2306 so 'tis as evident, that this is in great measure owing to the Principles which I am now speaking of. so it's as evident, that this is in great measure owing to the Principles which I am now speaking of. av pn31|vbz p-acp j, cst d vbz p-acp j n1 vvg p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns11 vbm av vvg pp-f. (12) sermon (DIV1) 475 Page 8
2307 'Tis the belief of a future Life, which keeps bad Men in the Christian World, from being much worse than they are: It's the belief of a future Life, which keeps bad Men in the Christian World, from being much Worse than they Are: pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, r-crq vvz j n2 p-acp dt njp n1, p-acp vbg d jc cs pns32 vbr: (12) sermon (DIV1) 475 Page 8
2308 'Tis that which first awakened and excited most of those, who are reclaimed from an evil Course: It's that which First awakened and excited most of those, who Are reclaimed from an evil Course: pn31|vbz d r-crq ord vvn cc vvd ds pp-f d, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 475 Page 8
2309 And 'tis that, which those who are become Christians in good earnest, hearty lovers of Piety and Virtue, are forc'd often to have recourse to, seriously representing to their own Minds, those future Recompenses which the Gospel assures them of, in order to the strengthening their good Resolutions, and the fortifying themselves against the many Temptations they meet with in this evil World. And it's that, which those who Are become Christians in good earnest, hearty lovers of Piety and Virtue, Are forced often to have recourse to, seriously representing to their own Minds, those future Recompenses which the Gospel assures them of, in order to the strengthening their good Resolutions, and the fortifying themselves against the many Temptations they meet with in this evil World. cc pn31|vbz d, r-crq d r-crq vbr vvn np1 p-acp j n1, j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vbr vvn av pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp, av-j vvg p-acp po32 d n2, d j-jn n2 r-crq dt n1 vvz pno32 pp-f, p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg po32 j n2, cc dt vvg px32 p-acp dt d n2 pns32 vvb p-acp p-acp d j-jn n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 475 Page 9
2310 By all which, we may perceive the great Usefulness, and even Necessity of these Motives, which the Gospel hath offer'd to our Consideration. But this is not all; for By all which, we may perceive the great Usefulness, and even Necessity of these Motives, which the Gospel hath offered to our Consideration. But this is not all; for p-acp d r-crq, pns12 vmb vvi dt j np1, cc av n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp po12 n1. p-acp d vbz xx d; p-acp (12) sermon (DIV1) 475 Page 9
2311 II. Our Blessed Saviour hath made farther Provision against the Indisposition and Inability of Men, by promising the assistance of the Divine Spirit, II Our Blessed Saviour hath made farther Provision against the Indisposition and Inability of Men, by promising the assistance of the Divine Spirit, crd po12 j-vvn n1 vhz vvn av-jc n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 476 Page 9
2312 for the enabling us to do what of our selves we cannot. for the enabling us to do what of our selves we cannot. p-acp dt vvg pno12 pc-acp vdi r-crq pp-f po12 n2 pns12 vmbx. (12) sermon (DIV1) 476 Page 9
2313 Every created and finite Spirit must be supposed necessarily and constantly to depend upon that Spirit which is uncreated and infinite, ever standing in need of Influences from him. Every created and finite Spirit must be supposed necessarily and constantly to depend upon that Spirit which is uncreated and infinite, ever standing in need of Influences from him. d j-vvn cc j n1 vmb vbi vvn av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz j cc j, av vvg p-acp n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pno31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 477 Page 9
2314 A state of Innocency and Integrity cannot exempt a Creature from such dependance. A state of Innocency and Integrity cannot exempt a Creature from such dependence. dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmbx vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 477 Page 9
2315 This, as I have formerly observ'd, results from the Nature and Condition of a Creature, to be of it self mutable and fallible, insomuch that it can by no other means preserve its Integrity, This, as I have formerly observed, results from the Nature and Condition of a Creature, to be of it self mutable and fallible, insomuch that it can by no other means preserve its Integrity, np1, c-acp pns11 vhb av-j vvn, vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vbi pp-f pn31 n1 j cc j, av cst pn31 vmb p-acp dx j-jn n2 vvi po31 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 477 Page 9
2316 than by adhering to its Maker, and deriving Influences from him. than by adhering to its Maker, and deriving Influences from him. cs p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1, cc vvg n2 p-acp pno31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 477 Page 9
2317 Much more then, upon the degeneracy of such a Creature, some special influence from God must be necessary in order to its Recovery. Much more then, upon the degeneracy of such a Creature, Some special influence from God must be necessary in order to its Recovery. av-d av-dc av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, d j n1 p-acp np1 vmb vbi j p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 477 Page 9
2318 It was, as I have taken Notice, from neglecting to adhere to God and depend upon him, that our first Parents apostatiz'd, whereby they and their Off-spring became, not mutable and fallible; that they were before; It was, as I have taken Notice, from neglecting to adhere to God and depend upon him, that our First Parents apostatized, whereby they and their Offspring became, not mutable and fallible; that they were before; pn31 vbds, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn n1, p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 cc vvi p-acp pno31, cst po12 ord n2 vvn, c-crq pns32 cc po32 n1 vvd, xx j cc j; cst pns32 vbdr a-acp; (12) sermon (DIV1) 478 Page 9
2319 but, as Experience too plainly proves, very much disorder'd and weaken'd in all their Faculties, having contracted an Indisposition to that which is Good, together with strong Habits of Sin. The Spirit, having once given way to the Flesh, lost its Authority and Government, which it cannot easily reassume. but, as Experience too plainly Proves, very much disordered and weakened in all their Faculties, having contracted an Indisposition to that which is Good, together with strong Habits of Sin. The Spirit, having once given Way to the Flesh, lost its authority and Government, which it cannot Easily reassume. cc-acp, c-acp n1 av av-j vvz, av av-d vvn cc vvn p-acp d po32 n2, vhg vvn dt n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz j, av p-acp j n2 pp-f np1 dt n1, vhg a-acp vvn n1 p-acp dt n1, vvd po31 n1 cc n1, r-crq pn31 vmbx av-j vvi. (12) sermon (DIV1) 478 Page 10
2320 In order therefore to a recovery from this state, to effect which is the great design of Christianity, there must be a supply of new strength, some extraordinary influences from the Divine Spirit, to reduce the Soul into good Order, In order Therefore to a recovery from this state, to Effect which is the great Design of Christianity, there must be a supply of new strength, Some extraordinary influences from the Divine Spirit, to reduce the Soul into good Order, p-acp n1 av p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f j n1, d j n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 479 Page 10
2321 and to preserve it, when so reduc'd. And for this we are beholden to the Undertaking of our great Mediator. and to preserve it, when so reduced. And for this we Are beholden to the Undertaking of our great Mediator. cc pc-acp vvi pn31, c-crq av vvn. cc p-acp d pns12 vbr vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 479 Page 10
2322 'Tis true, good Men in all Ages of the World, such I mean as have had a becoming sense of God, It's true, good Men in all Ages of the World, such I mean as have had a becoming sense of God, pn31|vbz j, j n2 p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1, d pns11 vvb a-acp vhb vhn dt j-vvg n1 pp-f np1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 480 Page 10
2323 and of natural Religion, have profess'd their reliance upon God, and there hopes of his assistance; and of natural Religion, have professed their reliance upon God, and there hope's of his assistance; cc pp-f j n1, vhb vvn po32 n1 p-acp np1, cc a-acp n2 pp-f po31 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 480 Page 10
2324 and I question not, but they have in some measure partaken of what they thus hoped for; and I question not, but they have in Some measure partaken of what they thus hoped for; cc pns11 vvb xx, cc-acp pns32 vhb p-acp d n1 vvn pp-f r-crq pns32 av vvd p-acp; (12) sermon (DIV1) 480 Page 10
2325 which was in truth, though not clearly understood by them, the effect of God's Mercy and Grace through Jesus Christ; which was in truth, though not clearly understood by them, the Effect of God's Mercy and Grace through jesus christ; r-crq vbds p-acp n1, cs xx av-j vvn p-acp pno32, dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 np1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 480 Page 10
2326 whose Undertaking, as we Christians believe, had its effect for the benefit of Mankind, ever since the first Promise made to Adam after his Fall. whose Undertaking, as we Christians believe, had its Effect for the benefit of Mankind, ever since the First Promise made to Adam After his Fallen. rg-crq n-vvg, c-acp pns12 njpg2 vvi, vhd po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av c-acp dt ord n1 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 480 Page 10
2327 But, as the greater part of Man were left to the suggestions of Nature, and the conjectures of Reason in this case, having no express Declaration or Promise, which they knew of, upon which they might depend; But, as the greater part of Man were left to the suggestions of Nature, and the Conjectures of Reason in this case, having no express Declaration or Promise, which they knew of, upon which they might depend; p-acp, c-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n1 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, vhg dx j n1 cc n1, r-crq pns32 vvd pp-f, p-acp r-crq pns32 vmd vvi; (12) sermon (DIV1) 480 Page 10
2328 so the Pious and good Men amongst the Jews themselves, who enjoyed the Divine Oracles, so the Pious and good Men among the jews themselves, who enjoyed the Divine Oracles, av dt j cc j n2 p-acp dt np2 px32, r-crq vvd dt j-jn n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 480 Page 10
2329 yet believ'd and hop'd for the assistance of the Divine Spirit, rather upon the grounds of natural Religion, yet believed and hoped for the assistance of the Divine Spirit, rather upon the grounds of natural Religion, av vvn cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, av-c p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 480 Page 11
2330 than of their own Law, the Promises of which, as I before observ'd, were chiefly of the good things of this life, what was beyond this being rather obscurely hinted to them, than plainly express'd. than of their own Law, the Promises of which, as I before observed, were chiefly of the good things of this life, what was beyond this being rather obscurely hinted to them, than plainly expressed. cs pp-f po32 d n1, dt vvz pp-f r-crq, c-acp pns11 a-acp vvn, vbdr av-jn pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1, r-crq vbds p-acp d vbg av av-j vvn p-acp pno32, cs av-j vvn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 480 Page 11
2331 For which reason St. Paul, who very well understood the Jewish Law, and was thoroughly acquainted with the sense in which his Countrymen generally understood it, says, That sin taking occasion by the Commandment, wrought all manner of Concupiscence; For which reason Saint Paul, who very well understood the Jewish Law, and was thoroughly acquainted with the sense in which his Countrymen generally understood it, Says, That since taking occasion by the Commandment, wrought all manner of Concupiscence; p-acp r-crq n1 n1 np1, r-crq av av vvd dt jp n1, cc vbds av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq po31 n2 av-j vvd pn31, vvz, cst n1 vvg n1 p-acp dt n1, vvd d n1 pp-f n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 480 Page 11
2332 and again, That the Commandment, which was ordain'd unto Life, was found to be unto Death; and again, That the Commandment, which was ordained unto Life, was found to be unto Death; cc av, cst dt n1, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp n1, vbds vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 480 Page 11
2333 and again, That the Law, in that it was weak through the Flesh, could not effect that Righteousness in us, which it aimed at. and again, That the Law, in that it was weak through the Flesh, could not Effect that Righteousness in us, which it aimed At. cc av, cst dt n1, p-acp cst pn31 vbds j p-acp dt n1, vmd xx vvi cst n1 p-acp pno12, r-crq pn31 vvd p-acp. (12) sermon (DIV1) 480 Page 11
2334 By all which he plainly asserts, that the Law of Moses, as such, only declared Mens Duty, By all which he plainly asserts, that the Law of Moses, as such, only declared Men's Duty, p-acp d r-crq pns31 av-j n2, cst dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d, av-j vvd ng2 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 480 Page 11
2335 but brought no assistance along with it to enable them to perform it; but brought no assistance along with it to enable them to perform it; cc-acp vvd dx n1 a-acp p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi pn31; (12) sermon (DIV1) 480 Page 11
2336 and consequently, left them in a worse state, than it found them, without the addition of Gospel Grace. and consequently, left them in a Worse state, than it found them, without the addition of Gospel Grace. cc av-j, vvd pno32 p-acp dt jc n1, cs pn31 vvd pno32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 480 Page 11
2337 The Prophets indeed utter'd many Predictions of a plentiful Effusion of the Divine Spirit: But this was to be in the Days of the Messiah, as the Jews did, The prophets indeed uttered many Predictions of a plentiful Effusion of the Divine Spirit: But this was to be in the Days of the Messiah, as the jews did, dt n2 av vvn d n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1: p-acp d vbds pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np1, p-acp dt np2 vdd, (12) sermon (DIV1) 481 Page 11
2338 and we Christians now do understand those Prophecies to import. And they were accordingly fulfilled in the days of our Blessed Saviour; and we Christians now do understand those Prophecies to import. And they were accordingly fulfilled in the days of our Blessed Saviour; cc pns12 np1 av vdb vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi. cc pns32 vbdr av-vvg vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 481 Page 11
2339 there having been a very plentiful Effusion of the Divine Spirit upon the Apostles, and first Preachers, there having been a very plentiful Effusion of the Divine Spirit upon the Apostles, and First Preachers, a-acp vhg vbn dt j j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n2, cc ord n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 481 Page 11
2340 and Professors of Christianity, to enable them to do extraordinary Works, and to capacitate them to discharge and undergo their Employments and their Sufferings: and Professors of Christianity, to enable them to do extraordinary Works, and to capacitate them to discharge and undergo their Employments and their Sufferings: cc n2 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vdi j vvz, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 n2 cc po32 n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 481 Page 12
2341 And not only so, but we have moreover, both from our Lord and his Apostles, express and clear Promises of the Communication of the same Spirit, to enlighten and assist the Minds of Christians in every succeeding Age. And not only so, but we have moreover, both from our Lord and his Apostles, express and clear Promises of the Communication of the same Spirit, to enlighten and assist the Minds of Christians in every succeeding Age. cc xx av-j av, cc-acp pns12 vhb av, av-d p-acp po12 n1 cc po31 n2, vvb cc j vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt d n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d j-vvg n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 481 Page 12
2342 Our Lord to this purpose did in general declare the readiness of Almighty God, to give his Holy Spirit to all those who should ask it of him, arguing from the goodness of God, Our Lord to this purpose did in general declare the readiness of Almighty God, to give his Holy Spirit to all those who should ask it of him, arguing from the Goodness of God, po12 n1 p-acp d n1 vdd p-acp n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f j-jn np1, pc-acp vvi po31 j n1 p-acp d d r-crq vmd vvi pn31 pp-f pno31, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 482 Page 12
2343 and his fatherly care of Men, infinitely exceeding that of any earthly Parent. and his fatherly care of Men, infinitely exceeding that of any earthly Parent. cc po31 j n1 pp-f n2, av-j vvg cst pp-f d j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 482 Page 12
2344 More particularly, our Lord hath given a promise of the Divine Spirit, to all such as shall come to him, and believe in him. More particularly, our Lord hath given a promise of the Divine Spirit, to all such as shall come to him, and believe in him. av-dc av-j, po12 n1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, p-acp d d c-acp vmb vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvi p-acp pno31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 483 Page 12
2345 At a Solemn Festival of the Jews, Jesus stood and cryed, saying, If any Man thirst, let him come unto me and drink. At a Solemn Festival of the jews, jesus stood and cried, saying, If any Man thirst, let him come unto me and drink. p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt np2, np1 vvd cc vvd, vvg, cs d n1 n1, vvb pno31 vvi p-acp pno11 cc vvi. (12) sermon (DIV1) 483 Page 12
2346 He that believeth on me, as the Scripture hath said, Out of his belly shall flow Rivers of living Water. He that Believeth on me, as the Scripture hath said, Out of his belly shall flow rivers of living Water. pns31 cst vvz p-acp pno11, c-acp dt n1 vhz vvn, av pp-f po31 n1 vmb vvi n2 pp-f j-vvg n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 483 Page 12
2347 And this, as the Evangelists adds, He spake of the Spirit, which they that believe on him should receive: And this, as the Evangelists adds, He spoke of the Spirit, which they that believe on him should receive: cc d, p-acp dt n2 vvz, pns31 vvd pp-f dt n1, r-crq pns32 cst vvb p-acp pno31 vmd vvi: (12) sermon (DIV1) 483 Page 12
2348 For the Holy Ghost was not yet given, (not in that plentiful manner, as afterwards,) because that Jesus was not yet Glorified. For the Holy Ghost was not yet given, (not in that plentiful manner, as afterwards,) Because that jesus was not yet Glorified. c-acp dt j n1 vbds xx av vvn, (xx p-acp d j n1, c-acp av,) p-acp cst np1 vbds xx av vvn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 483 Page 12
2349 And indeed it was after the glorification of Jesus, that this Spirit was given, first in so wonderful a manner, And indeed it was After the glorification of jesus, that this Spirit was given, First in so wondered a manner, cc av pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst d n1 vbds vvn, ord p-acp av j dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 483 Page 12
2350 as on the day of Pentecost, as a pledge of his being thenceforward to direct and assist the Church of Christ in all succeeding Ages, a Promise to that purpose being given to all the Members of the Christian Body. as on the day of Pentecost, as a pledge of his being thenceforward to Direct and assist the Church of christ in all succeeding Ages, a Promise to that purpose being given to all the Members of the Christian Body. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 vbg av pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d j-vvg n2, dt n1 p-acp d n1 vbg vvn p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt njp n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 483 Page 12
2351 For so St. Peter, discoursing to the Jews upon that occasion, solemnly declares. For so Saint Peter, discoursing to the jews upon that occasion, solemnly declares. p-acp av n1 np1, vvg p-acp dt np2 p-acp d n1, av-j vvz. (12) sermon (DIV1) 483 Page 13
2352 Repent, says he, and be Baptiz'd every one of you, in the Name of Jesus Christ, for the remission of Sins; repent, Says he, and be Baptized every one of you, in the Name of jesus christ, for the remission of Sins; vvb, vvz pns31, cc vbi vvd d crd pp-f pn22, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 483 Page 13
2353 and ye shall receive the Gift of the Holy Ghost. and you shall receive the Gift of the Holy Ghost. cc pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 483 Page 13
2354 For the Promise is unto you, and to your Children, and to all that are afar off, For the Promise is unto you, and to your Children, and to all that Are afar off, p-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp pn22, cc p-acp po22 n2, cc p-acp d cst vbr av a-acp, (12) sermon (DIV1) 483 Page 13
2355 even as many as the Lord our God shall call. even as many as the Lord our God shall call. av c-acp d c-acp dt n1 po12 n1 vmb vvi. (12) sermon (DIV1) 483 Page 13
2356 'Tis upon this account, that St. Paul declares so amply the Power which Christians receiv'd by the Gospel, to enable them to do what, It's upon this account, that Saint Paul declares so amply the Power which Christians received by the Gospel, to enable them to do what, pn31|vbz p-acp d n1, cst n1 np1 vvz av av-j dt n1 r-crq np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vdi r-crq, (12) sermon (DIV1) 484 Page 13
2357 neither by the Abilities of Nature, nor by the Assistance of the Law of Moses, they could have done. neither by the Abilities of Nature, nor by the Assistance of the Law of Moses, they could have done. av-dx p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, ccx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vmd vhi vdn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 484 Page 13
2358 When, in the place before-cited, he had complain'd of the Law in the Members whereby Men are Captivated, and thereupon express'd very pathetically his Sense of the Wretchedness of Men, by reason of the Body of Death which they carry about with them, he concludes with triumphing in the Grace of the Gospel, I thank God, through Jesus Christ our Lord; When, in the place before-cited, he had complained of the Law in the Members whereby Men Are Captivated, and thereupon expressed very pathetically his Sense of the Wretchedness of Men, by reason of the Body of Death which they carry about with them, he concludes with triumphing in the Grace of the Gospel, I thank God, through jesus christ our Lord; c-crq, p-acp dt n1 j, pns31 vhd vvd pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2 c-crq n2 vbr vvn, cc av vvd av av-j po31 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp pno32, pns31 vvz p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns11 vvb np1, p-acp np1 np1 po12 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 484 Page 13
2359 farther explaining himself in the following Words; farther explaining himself in the following Words; jc n-vvg px31 p-acp dt vvg n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 484 Page 13
2360 There is therefore now no Condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the Flesh, but after the Spirit. There is Therefore now no Condemnation to them which Are in christ jesus, who walk not After the Flesh, but After the Spirit. pc-acp vbz av av dx n1 p-acp pno32 r-crq vbr p-acp np1 np1, r-crq vvb xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 484 Page 13
2361 For the Law of the Spirit of Life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the Law of Sin and Death. For the Law of the Spirit of Life in christ jesus hath made me free from the Law of since and Death. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 np1 vhz vvn pno11 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 484 Page 13
2362 For what the Law could not do, in that it was weak through the Flesh, God sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful Flesh, For what the Law could not do, in that it was weak through the Flesh, God sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful Flesh, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vmd xx vdi, p-acp cst pn31 vbds j p-acp dt n1, np1 vvg po31 d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 484 Page 13
2363 and as a Sacrifice for Sin, condemned Sin in the Flesh; and as a Sacrifice for since, condemned since in the Flesh; cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 484 Page 13
2364 that the Righteousness of the Law might be fulfilled in us, who walk not after the Flesh, but after the Spirit; that the Righteousness of the Law might be fulfilled in us, who walk not After the Flesh, but After the Spirit; cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno12, r-crq vvb xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 484 Page 13
2365 as much as to say, that by embracing the Gospel of Christ, he was not only freed from Condemnation, on account either of his past Faults, or his present unavoidable Infirmities; as much as to say, that by embracing the Gospel of christ, he was not only freed from Condemnation, on account either of his past Faults, or his present unavoidable Infirmities; p-acp d c-acp pc-acp vvi, cst p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vbds xx av-j vvn p-acp n1, p-acp n1 av-d pp-f po31 j n2, cc po31 j j n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 484 Page 14
2366 but moreover received strength through the assistance of the Spirit of Christ, which would enable him sincerely, but moreover received strength through the assistance of the Spirit of christ, which would enable him sincerely, cc-acp av vvd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vmd vvi pno31 av-j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 484 Page 14
2367 though not without all imperfection, to obey the Laws of God, and to attain to that Righteousness, which through the inordinacy of the Flesh, though not without all imperfection, to obey the Laws of God, and to attain to that Righteousness, which through the inordinacy of the Flesh, cs xx p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 484 Page 14
2368 and the weakness of the Mosaical Institution, he could not attain to before. and the weakness of the Mosaical Institution, he could not attain to before. cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp a-acp. (12) sermon (DIV1) 484 Page 14
2369 For the same reason elsewhere comparing the Law with the Gospel, he gives the preference to the latter, in very significant terms. For the same reason elsewhere comparing the Law with the Gospel, he gives the preference to the latter, in very significant terms. p-acp dt d n1 av vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt d, p-acp av j n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 485 Page 14
2370 The Law he stiles the Ministration of the Letter, which killeth; the Gospel, the Ministration of the Spirit, which giveth Life: The Law he stile the Ministration of the letter, which kills; the Gospel, the Ministration of the Spirit, which gives Life: dt n1 pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvz; dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvz n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 485 Page 14
2371 One, the Ministration of Death, and of Condemnation, written and engraven in Stone; One, the Ministration of Death, and of Condemnation, written and engraven in Stone; crd, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1, vvn cc vvn p-acp n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 485 Page 14
2372 the other, the Ministration of Righteousness, written in fleshly Tables of the Heart, with the Spirit of the living God. the other, the Ministration of Righteousness, written in fleshly Tables of the Heart, with the Spirit of the living God. dt n-jn, dt n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp j n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg np1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 485 Page 14
2373 But 'tis needless to recite more Passages, the New Testament is full of them; But it's needless to recite more Passages, the New Testament is full of them; cc-acp pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi dc n2, dt j n1 vbz j pp-f pno32; (12) sermon (DIV1) 486 Page 14
2374 this being the great Promise of the Gospel, declar'd throughout the Sacred Writings, that the Divine Spirit should be imparted in a free and plentiful manner to those, who should embrace the Christian Religion. this being the great Promise of the Gospel, declared throughout the Sacred Writings, that the Divine Spirit should be imparted in a free and plentiful manner to those, who should embrace the Christian Religion. d vbg dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, vvd p-acp dt j n2-vvg, cst dt j-jn n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp d, r-crq vmd vvi dt njp n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 486 Page 14
2375 And this certainly is a sufficient Provision against the indisposition and inability of Men's Minds to comply with the Divine Will, when reveal'd to them. And this Certainly is a sufficient Provision against the indisposition and inability of Men's Minds to comply with the Divine Will, when revealed to them. cc d av-j vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f ng2 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-crq vvd p-acp pno32. (12) sermon (DIV1) 487 Page 14
2376 The Law of God, as St. Paul expresses it, is Ho••, and the Commandment Holy, Just and Good; The Law of God, as Saint Paul Expresses it, is Ho••, and the Commandment Holy, Just and Good; dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp n1 np1 vvz pn31, vbz np1, cc dt n1 j, j cc j; (12) sermon (DIV1) 487 Page 14
2377 the Precepts of the Gospel are Spiritual, and Divine; whereas we are Carnal and sold under Sin: the Precepts of the Gospel Are Spiritual, and Divine; whereas we Are Carnal and sold under since: dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr j, cc j-jn; cs pns12 vbr j cc vvn p-acp n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 487 Page 15
2378 But the Spirit of God can rescue us from this Slavery, by enlightning our Minds, fixing our Thoughts, inclining our Hearts, But the Spirit of God can rescue us from this Slavery, by enlightening our Minds, fixing our Thoughts, inclining our Hearts, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp d n1, p-acp n1 po12 n2, vvg po12 n2, vvg po12 n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 487 Page 15
2379 and spiritualizing our Affections, making us not only to delight in the Law of God after the inner Man; and spiritualizing our Affections, making us not only to delight in the Law of God After the inner Man; cc vvg po12 n2, vvg pno12 xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 487 Page 15
2380 but to walk also not after the Flesh, but after the Spirit. but to walk also not After the Flesh, but After the Spirit. p-acp pc-acp vvi av xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 487 Page 15
2381 The Example of our Lord was exact, and altogether perfect, and we must not hope in this life to attain to the same exactness and perfection: The Exampl of our Lord was exact, and altogether perfect, and we must not hope in this life to attain to the same exactness and perfection: dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbds j, cc av j, cc pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt d n1 cc n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 487 Page 15
2382 But as it was upon account of its Perfection fit to be propos'd to our imitation; But as it was upon account of its Perfection fit to be proposed to our imitation; cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 487 Page 15
2383 so the same Spirit which dwelt in our Lord, without measure, can form us by degrees after his likeness, so the same Spirit which dwelled in our Lord, without measure, can from us by Degrees After his likeness, av dt d n1 r-crq vvd p-acp po12 n1, p-acp n1, vmb vvi pno12 p-acp n2 p-acp po31 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 487 Page 15
2384 and make us in our measure to resemble him both in our Tempers and Practices. and make us in our measure to resemble him both in our Tempers and Practices. cc vvb pno12 p-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 d p-acp po12 n2 cc n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 487 Page 15
2385 If it be objected, that we want instances amongst the Professors of Christianity, to verify this Doctrine, that the Divine Spirit is thus imparted by the Gospel; the Answer is easy. If it be objected, that we want instances among the Professors of Christianity, to verify this Doctrine, that the Divine Spirit is thus imparted by the Gospel; the Answer is easy. cs pn31 vbb vvn, cst pns12 vvb n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi d n1, cst dt j-jn n1 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1; dt n1 vbz j. (12) sermon (DIV1) 488 Page 15
2386 The primitive times of Christianity abounded with instances of this kind. The primitive times of Christianity abounded with instances of this kind. dt j n2 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp n2 pp-f d n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 488 Page 15
2387 Such were the Apostles, who could every one of them have said, as St. Paul did, Be ye followers of me, even as I also am of Christ. Such were the Apostles, who could every one of them have said, as Saint Paul did, Be you followers of me, even as I also am of christ. d vbdr dt n2, r-crq vmd d pi pp-f pno32 vhb vvn, c-acp n1 np1 vdd, vbb pn22 n2 pp-f pno11, av c-acp pns11 av vbm pp-f np1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 488 Page 15
2388 And such were abundance of the Members of the Christian Body, which liv'd in and near those times. And such were abundance of the Members of the Christian Body, which lived in and near those times. cc d vbdr n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt njp n1, r-crq vvd p-acp cc av-j d n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 488 Page 15
2389 Nay such, thanks be to God, even since the degeneracy of the Christian Church, there have been and are to be met with in every Age; Nay such, thanks be to God, even since the degeneracy of the Christian Church, there have been and Are to be met with in every Age; uh-x d, n2 vbb p-acp np1, av c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1, pc-acp vhi vbn cc vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 488 Page 15
2390 though, God knows, too few, to the great scandal of Unbelievers, who are not willing to consider this matter thoroughly, but are forward to catch at any seeming advantage, for justifying their Infidelity. though, God knows, too few, to the great scandal of Unbelievers, who Are not willing to Consider this matter thoroughly, but Are forward to catch At any seeming advantage, for justifying their Infidelity. cs, np1 vvz, av d, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vbr xx j pc-acp vvi d n1 av-j, cc-acp vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp d j-vvg n1, p-acp vvg po32 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 488 Page 16
2391 In a word, we might all of us be instances of this kind, to the honour of our Lord, In a word, we might all of us be instances of this kind, to the honour of our Lord, p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmd d pp-f pno12 vbi n2 pp-f d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 488 Page 16
2392 and to the credit of our Holy Profession, if we would diligently use the means appointed for the attaining this Divine Spirit, and to the credit of our Holy Profession, if we would diligently use the means appointed for the attaining this Divine Spirit, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1, cs pns12 vmd av-j vvi dt n2 vvn p-acp dt vvg d j-jn n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 488 Page 16
2393 and faithfully improve all his kindly motions upon our Minds; which brings me to the next particular I nam'd, viz. III. and faithfully improve all his kindly motions upon our Minds; which brings me to the next particular I named, viz. III. cc av-j vvb d po31 j n2 p-acp po12 n2; r-crq vvz pno11 p-acp dt ord j pns11 vvd, n1 np1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 488 Page 16
2394 That our Blessed Saviour hath made farther Provision in this Case, by settling such Institutions to be constantly observ'd and us'd in his Church, That our Blessed Saviour hath made farther Provision in this Case, by settling such Institutions to be constantly observed and used in his Church, cst po12 j-vvn n1 vhz vvn av-jc n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp vvg d n2 pc-acp vbi av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp po31 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 489 Page 16
2395 as are both in their own Nature proper to excite us, and are moreover design'd as Means of conveying the Grace of the Holy Spirit to us. as Are both in their own Nature proper to excite us, and Are moreover designed as Means of conveying the Grace of the Holy Spirit to us. c-acp vbr d p-acp po32 d n1 j pc-acp vvi pno12, cc vbr av vvn p-acp n2 pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp pno12. (12) sermon (DIV1) 489 Page 16
2396 The excellency of the Precepts and Example of our Lord will not engage us to Obedience and Imitation, The excellency of the Precepts and Exampl of our Lord will not engage us to obedience and Imitation, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 vmb xx vvi pno12 p-acp n1 cc n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 490 Page 16
2397 unless we have them much in our view: unless we have them much in our view: cs pns12 vhb pno32 av-d p-acp po12 n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 490 Page 16
2398 The powerful Motives of the Gospel will not affect us, unless they be seriously and frequently consider'd by us: The powerful Motives of the Gospel will not affect us, unless they be seriously and frequently considered by us: dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb xx vvi pno12, cs pns32 vbb av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp pno12: (12) sermon (DIV1) 490 Page 16
2399 And the Grace of the Divine Spirit it self, though freely offered, yet will prove ineffectual, And the Grace of the Divine Spirit it self, though freely offered, yet will prove ineffectual, cc dt vvb pp-f dt j-jn n1 pn31 n1, cs av-j vvn, av vmb vvi j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 490 Page 16
2400 unless it be thankfully and carefully entertain'd and improv'd. unless it be thankfully and carefully entertained and improved. cs pn31 vbb av-j cc av-j vvn cc vvn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 490 Page 16
2401 Now as the indisposition of Mens minds is great, so experience teacheth, that either the Business, Now as the indisposition of Men's minds is great, so experience Teaches, that either the Business, av c-acp dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2 vbz j, av n1 vvz, cst d dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 490 Page 16
2402 or the Pleasures of Life are moreover apt to employ or divert them to that degree, that unless some farther course be taken to turn the Stream of their Thoughts the right way, all that we have hitherto mention'd may be lost upon them. or the Pleasures of Life Are moreover apt to employ or divert them to that degree, that unless Some farther course be taken to turn the Stream of their Thoughts the right Way, all that we have hitherto mentioned may be lost upon them. cc dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr av j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp d n1, cst cs d jc n1 vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 dt j-jn n1, d cst pns12 vhb av vvn vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32. (12) sermon (DIV1) 490 Page 17
2403 Besides that the Spirit of God being invisible, and his influences, suitable to his Nature, secret and indiscernible to sensual and worldly Men (which is the reason our Saviour assigns, Beside that the Spirit of God being invisible, and his influences, suitable to his Nature, secret and indiscernible to sensual and worldly Men (which is the reason our Saviour assigns, p-acp cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbg j, cc po31 n2, j p-acp po31 n1, j-jn cc j p-acp j cc j n2 (r-crq vbz dt n1 po12 n1 vvz, (12) sermon (DIV1) 490 Page 17
2404 why the World cannot receive him, viz. because it seeth him not, neither knoweth him; why the World cannot receive him, viz. Because it sees him not, neither Knoweth him; q-crq dt n1 vmbx vvi pno31, n1 c-acp pn31 vvz pno31 xx, av-dx vvz pno31; (12) sermon (DIV1) 490 Page 17
2405 ) it may therefore be very fit, nay necessary for us, who are us'd so much to converse with sensible Objects, to have some stated, external, ) it may Therefore be very fit, nay necessary for us, who Are used so much to converse with sensible Objects, to have Some stated, external, ) pn31 vmb av vbi av j, uh-x j p-acp pno12, r-crq vbr vvn av av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2, pc-acp vhi d vvn, j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 490 Page 17
2406 and sensible Means, for the deriving his internal Grace to our Spirits. and sensible Means, for the deriving his internal Grace to our Spirits. cc j n2, p-acp dt vvg po31 j n1 p-acp po12 n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 490 Page 17
2407 Our blessed Saviour therefore knowing this to be our Case, hath kindly and bountifully provided for us in this instance also. Our blessed Saviour Therefore knowing this to be our Case, hath kindly and bountifully provided for us in this instance also. po12 j-vvn n1 av vvg d pc-acp vbi po12 n1, vhz av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1 av. (12) sermon (DIV1) 490 Page 17
2408 To this purpose, he hath not only caus'd his Word to be Written by those who Conversed with him, To this purpose, he hath not only caused his Word to be Written by those who Conversed with him, p-acp d n1, pns31 vhz xx av-j vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d r-crq vvd p-acp pno31, (12) sermon (DIV1) 491 Page 17
2409 and were Commission'd and Inspir'd by him, which we may at all times have free recourse to our selves; and were Commissioned and Inspired by him, which we may At all times have free recourse to our selves; cc vbdr np1 cc j-vvn p-acp pno31, r-crq pns12 vmb p-acp d n2 vhb j n1 p-acp po12 n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 491 Page 17
2410 but he hath farthermore appointed certain Institutions, to be constantly observ'd in his Church, and settled an Order of Men as his Ministers, to see them observ'd, but he hath farthermore appointed certain Institutions, to be constantly observed in his Church, and settled an Order of Men as his Ministers, to see them observed, cc-acp pns31 vhz av vvn j n2, pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc vvd dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp po31 n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 vvd, (12) sermon (DIV1) 491 Page 17
2411 and to perform their part in the observance of them. and to perform their part in the observance of them. cc pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. (12) sermon (DIV1) 491 Page 17
2412 Thus he order'd the Apostles and their Successors in the work of the Ministry, to receive into the number of his Disciples, all such as should profess their Repentance and Faith in him, by the external Rite of washing them with Water, in the Name of the Father, the Son, Thus he ordered the Apostles and their Successors in the work of the Ministry, to receive into the number of his Disciples, all such as should profess their Repentance and Faith in him, by the external Rite of washing them with Water, in the Name of the Father, the Son, av pns31 vvn dt n2 cc po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, d d c-acp vmd vvi po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg pno32 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 491 Page 17
2413 and the Holy Ghost, thereby listing and enrolling them, as Servants of the Blessed Trinity, and engaging them by a solemn and publick Profession to declare themselves such. and the Holy Ghost, thereby listing and enrolling them, as Servants of the Blessed Trinity, and engaging them by a solemn and public Profession to declare themselves such. cc dt j n1, av vvg cc vvg pno32, c-acp n2 pp-f dt j-vvn np1, cc vvg pno32 p-acp dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi px32 av. (12) sermon (DIV1) 491 Page 17
2414 He hath farther ordain'd, That all his Disciples, thus initiated, shall not only perform acts of Christian Devotion by themselves, He hath farther ordained, That all his Disciples, thus initiated, shall not only perform acts of Christian Devotion by themselves, pns31 vhz jc vvn, cst d po31 n2, av vvn, vmb xx av-j vvi n2 pp-f njp n1 p-acp px32, (12) sermon (DIV1) 492 Page 18
2415 but moreover that they shall frequently meet together, to joyn in the more publick Worship of God through Jesus Christ, but moreover that they shall frequently meet together, to join in the more public Worship of God through jesus christ, cc-acp av cst pns32 vmb av-j vvi av, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt av-dc j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 np1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 492 Page 18
2416 and mutually to exhort and encourage each other; and mutually to exhort and encourage each other; cc av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n-jn; (12) sermon (DIV1) 492 Page 18
2417 particularly, that on a certain Day, every Week, besides other occasional Assemblies, they shall meet in most solemn manner, to offer up the sacrifice of Praise and Prayer to the great Father of all, in the Name of his only begotten Son; particularly, that on a certain Day, every Week, beside other occasional Assemblies, they shall meet in most solemn manner, to offer up the sacrifice of Praise and Prayer to the great Father of all, in the Name of his only begotten Son; av-j, cst p-acp dt j n1, d n1, p-acp j-jn j n2, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp ds j n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 av-j vvn n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 492 Page 18
2418 and that at the same time his Word shall be Read and Preach'd amongst them, in order to the improving their Understandings, and that At the same time his Word shall be Read and Preached among them, in order to the improving their Understandings, cc cst p-acp dt d n1 po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32, p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg po32 n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 492 Page 18
2419 and the awakening their Consciences, and the causing them to remember and consider the great Truths which they profess to believe. and the awakening their Consciences, and the causing them to Remember and Consider the great Truths which they profess to believe. cc dt n-vvg po32 n2, cc dt vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j n2 r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi. (12) sermon (DIV1) 492 Page 18
2420 He hath farther appointed, That in these solemn Assemblies, they shall frequently commemorate the great Sacrifice which he made of himself upon the Cross, by partaking of that Entertainment which he hath assign'd them at his own Table, thereby not only professing themselves all Members of the same Body, He hath farther appointed, That in these solemn Assemblies, they shall frequently commemorate the great Sacrifice which he made of himself upon the Cross, by partaking of that Entertainment which he hath assigned them At his own Table, thereby not only professing themselves all Members of the same Body, pns31 vhz jc vvn, cst p-acp d j n2, pns32 vmb av-j j dt j n1 r-crq pns31 vvd pp-f px31 p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg pp-f d n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp po31 d n1, av xx av-j vvg px32 d n2 pp-f dt d n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 493 Page 18
2421 but at the same time also representing to God, to themselves, and to one another, the infinite love of God to Sinners, through a Mediator, and solemnly engaging themselves afresh to continue the Disciples of Jesus Christ. but At the same time also representing to God, to themselves, and to one Another, the infinite love of God to Sinners, through a Mediator, and solemnly engaging themselves afresh to continue the Disciples of jesus christ. cc-acp p-acp dt d n1 av vvg p-acp np1, p-acp px32, cc p-acp crd j-jn, dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2, p-acp dt n1, cc av-j vvg px32 av p-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 np1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 493 Page 18
2422 Now these Institutions, howsoever they may be despised by the prophane, unthinking, or supercilious sort of Infidels, whosoever seriously considers them, cannot but see, that they have a natural and strong tendency to engage the Thoughts, Now these Institutions, howsoever they may be despised by the profane, unthinking, or supercilious sort of Infidels, whosoever seriously considers them, cannot but see, that they have a natural and strong tendency to engage the Thoughts, av d n2, c-acp pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j, vvg, cc j n1 pp-f n2, r-crq av-j vvz pno32, vmbx p-acp vvi, cst pns32 vhb dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 494 Page 19
2423 and awaken the Minds of those that use them, and thereby to render both the Precepts, and the Example, and the Motives of the Gospel useful to the ends for which they were design'd. and awaken the Minds of those that use them, and thereby to render both the Precepts, and the Exampl, and the Motives of the Gospel useful to the ends for which they were designed. cc vvi dt n2 pp-f d cst vvb pno32, cc av pc-acp vvi d dt n2, cc dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 j p-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 494 Page 19
2424 And if we will yet farther look into the design of them, we shall find, that they are moreover appointed by our Lord, And if we will yet farther look into the Design of them, we shall find, that they Are moreover appointed by our Lord, cc cs pns12 vmb av av-jc vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, pns12 vmb vvi, cst pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp po12 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 495 Page 19
2425 as means of deriving and conveying the Grace of his Holy Spirit to our Souls. as means of deriving and conveying the Grace of his Holy Spirit to our Souls. c-acp n2 pp-f vvg cc vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp po12 n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 495 Page 19
2426 Thus, when our Lord commission'd his Apostles to make Disciples out of all Nations, baptizing them, and teaching them to observe all things whatsoever he had commanded them, he immediately subjoyns, And lo, I am with you always, Thus, when our Lord commissioned his Apostles to make Disciples out of all nations, baptizing them, and teaching them to observe all things whatsoever he had commanded them, he immediately subjoins, And lo, I am with you always, av, c-crq po12 n1 vvn po31 n2 pc-acp vvi n2 av pp-f d n2, vvg pno32, cc vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi d n2 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn pno32, pns31 av-j vvz, cc uh, pns11 vbm p-acp pn22 av, (12) sermon (DIV1) 496 Page 19
2427 even unto the end of the World; even unto the end of the World; av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 496 Page 19
2428 which can import no less, than his assisting and blessing them and their Successors, in the faithful discharge of their Ministry. which can import no less, than his assisting and blessing them and their Successors, in the faithful discharge of their Ministry. r-crq vmb vvi av-dx av-dc, cs po31 n-vvg cc vvg pno32 cc po32 n2, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 496 Page 19
2429 He else-where declares in general, that where two or three are gathered together in his Name, there is he in the midst of them, viz. by the presence and assistance of his Holy Spirit. He elsewhere declares in general, that where two or three Are gathered together in his Name, there is he in the midst of them, viz. by the presence and assistance of his Holy Spirit. pns31 av vvz p-acp n1, cst c-crq crd cc crd vbr vvn av p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vbz pns31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 496 Page 19
2430 As to the Sacrament of Baptism, St. Peter is very express, in the place before cited, where exhorting his Hearers to Repent and be Baptized, he encourages them by proposing the Benefits which they should receive thereby, As to the Sacrament of Baptism, Saint Peter is very express, in the place before cited, where exhorting his Hearers to repent and be Baptised, he encourages them by proposing the Benefits which they should receive thereby, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 np1 vbz av j, p-acp dt n1 a-acp vvn, c-crq vvg po31 n2 p-acp vvb cc vbb j-vvn, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp vvg dt n2 r-crq pns32 vmd vvi av, (12) sermon (DIV1) 497 Page 19
2431 namely, remission of Sins, and the Gift of the Holy Ghost, the promise of which, he says, was not to that Generation only, namely, remission of Sins, and the Gift of the Holy Ghost, the promise of which, he Says, was not to that Generation only, av, n1 pp-f n2, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f r-crq, pns31 vvz, vbds xx p-acp d n1 av-j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 497 Page 19
2432 but to their Children, and to all that were afar off, even as many as God should call. but to their Children, and to all that were afar off, even as many as God should call. cc-acp p-acp po32 n2, cc p-acp d cst vbdr av a-acp, av c-acp d c-acp np1 vmd vvi. (12) sermon (DIV1) 497 Page 20
2433 For which reason our Saviour himself, in his discourse with Nicodemus joyn'd together Regeneration by Water and by the Sipirit; and St. Paul, speaking of the same Rite, says, that Christians were sav'd, according to the Mercy of God, by the laver of Regeneration, For which reason our Saviour himself, in his discourse with Nicodemus joined together Regeneration by Water and by the Spirit; and Saint Paul, speaking of the same Rite, Says, that Christians were saved, according to the Mercy of God, by the laver of Regeneration, p-acp r-crq n1 po12 n1 px31, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1 vvn av n1 p-acp n1 cc p-acp dt n1; cc n1 np1, vvg pp-f dt d n1, vvz, cst np1 vbdr vvn, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 497 Page 20
2434 and the renewing of the Holy Ghost, which was shed upon them abundantly, through Jesus Christ our Saviour; and the renewing of the Holy Ghost, which was shed upon them abundantly, through jesus christ our Saviour; cc dt vvg pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp pno32 av-j, p-acp np1 np1 po12 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 497 Page 20
2435 implying, that Baptism with Water was the way of entitiling Christians to that Divine Gift, and a means of conveying it to them. implying, that Baptism with Water was the Way of entitiling Christians to that Divine Gift, and a means of conveying it to them. vvg, cst n1 p-acp n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f vvg np1 p-acp d j-jn n1, cc dt n2 pp-f vvg pn31 p-acp pno32. (12) sermon (DIV1) 497 Page 20
2436 And so likewise as to the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper, it is intended not only to exhibit to Christians the Elements of Bread and Wine in Memory of our Saviour's Passion; And so likewise as to the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper, it is intended not only to exhibit to Christians the Elements of Bred and Wine in Memory of our Saviour's Passion; cc av av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, pn31 vbz vvn xx av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 498 Page 20
2437 but according to St. Paul 's Expression, the Cup of Blessing, then blessed is the Communion of the Blood of Christ, the Bread then broken is the Communion of the Body of Christ, viz. a Communion or Participation of all the Benefits purchas'd by breaking the Body and shedding the Blood of Jesus, of which a principal one is, the Grace of the Divine Spirit to strengthen our Souls. To conclude this particular; but according to Saint Paul is Expression, the Cup of Blessing, then blessed is the Communion of the Blood of christ, the Bred then broken is the Communion of the Body of christ, viz. a Communion or Participation of all the Benefits purchased by breaking the Body and shedding the Blood of jesus, of which a principal one is, the Grace of the Divine Spirit to strengthen our Souls. To conclude this particular; p-acp vvg p-acp n1 np1 vbz n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, av j-vvn vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 cs j-vvn vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d dt n2 vvd p-acp vvg dt n1 cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, pp-f r-crq dt j-jn crd vbz, dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2. pc-acp vvi d j; (12) sermon (DIV1) 498 Page 20
2438 The Gospel is styl'd, as I before observ'd, the Law of the Spirit of Life; the Ministers of the New Testament are said to be Ministers not of the Letter, but of the Spirit. The Gospel is styled, as I before observed, the Law of the Spirit of Life; the Ministers of the New Testament Are said to be Ministers not of the letter, but of the Spirit. dt n1 vbz vvn, c-acp pns11 a-acp vvn, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi n2 xx pp-f dt n1, cc-acp pp-f dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 499 Page 20
2439 When they perform the Offices of their Function, one is said to Plant, and another to Water, whilst God giveth the increase, viz. by the Operation of his Holy Spirit accompanying these external Ministrations; When they perform the Offices of their Function, one is said to Plant, and Another to Water, while God gives the increase, viz. by the Operation of his Holy Spirit accompanying these external Ministrations; c-crq pns32 vvb dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, pi vbz vvd pc-acp vvi, cc j-jn p-acp n1, cs np1 vvz dt n1, n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 vvg d j n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 499 Page 20
2440 and finally the Church is said to be the Temple of God, forasmuch as the Spirit of God dwelleth amongst and in the Members of it; and finally the Church is said to be the Temple of God, forasmuch as the Spirit of God dwells among and in the Members of it; cc av-j dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31; (12) sermon (DIV1) 499 Page 21
2441 all which passages do evidently import, that the external Ministrations of Religion in the Christian Church, are design'd as so many means of deriving the internal Grace of the good Spirit to those who faithfully make use of them. all which passages do evidently import, that the external Ministrations of Religion in the Christian Church, Are designed as so many means of deriving the internal Grace of the good Spirit to those who faithfully make use of them. d r-crq n2 vdb av-j vvi, cst dt j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt njp n1, vbr vvn a-acp av d n2 pp-f vvg dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp d r-crq av-j vvb n1 pp-f pno32. (12) sermon (DIV1) 499 Page 21
2442 And as to this, I may presume that it will not be pretended that any other institution of Religion hath afforded the like means. And as to this, I may presume that it will not be pretended that any other Institution of Religion hath afforded the like means. cc c-acp p-acp d, pns11 vmb vvi cst pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn cst d j-jn n1 pp-f n1 vhz vvn dt j n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 500 Page 21
2443 The Jews indeed abounded in external Ordinances; The jews indeed abounded in external Ordinances; dt np2 av vvn p-acp j n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 500 Page 21
2444 which they were commanded to observe, as the Prophets themselves intimate, and the Apostles more fully assure us, not as good in themselves, which they were commanded to observe, as the prophets themselves intimate, and the Apostles more Fully assure us, not as good in themselves, r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi, c-acp dt n2 px32 vvb, cc dt n2 av-dc av-j vvb pno12, xx p-acp j p-acp px32, (12) sermon (DIV1) 500 Page 21
2445 but as suited to their temper and present circumstances; which to free and generous Minds were indeed unpleasant and burdensome. but as suited to their temper and present Circumstances; which to free and generous Minds were indeed unpleasant and burdensome. cc-acp c-acp vvn p-acp po32 n1 cc j n2; r-crq p-acp j cc j n2 vbdr av j cc j. (12) sermon (DIV1) 500 Page 21
2446 Nor were they attended with that Promise of internal Grace and Assistance, which is annexed to the Christian Institutions. Nor were they attended with that Promise of internal Grace and Assistance, which is annexed to the Christian Institutions. ccx vbdr pns32 vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt njp n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 500 Page 21
2447 For as the Author to the Hebrews at large Discourses, The Jewish service stood only in Meats and Drinks, For as the Author to the Hebrews At large Discourses, The Jewish service stood only in Meats and Drinks, c-acp c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt np1 p-acp j n2, dt jp n1 vvd av-j p-acp n2 cc n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 500 Page 21
2448 and divers Washings and carnal Ordinances, impos'd on them until the time of Reformation; all which were only Examples and Shadows of heavenly things: and diverse Washings and carnal Ordinances, imposed on them until the time of Reformation; all which were only Examples and Shadows of heavenly things: cc j n2-vvg cc j n2, vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; d r-crq vbdr av-j n2 cc n2 pp-f j n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 500 Page 21
2449 But Jesus hath obtain'd a more excellent Ministry, by how much also he is the Mediator of a better Covenant, which was establish'd upon better Promises, viz. such as these, that God would put his Laws into their Mind, But jesus hath obtained a more excellent Ministry, by how much also he is the Mediator of a better Covenant, which was established upon better Promises, viz. such as these, that God would put his Laws into their Mind, p-acp np1 vhz vvn dt av-dc j n1, p-acp c-crq av-d av pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt jc n1, r-crq vbds vvd p-acp jc vvz, n1 d c-acp d, cst np1 vmd vvi po31 n2 p-acp po32 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 500 Page 21
2450 and write them in their Hearts; and write them in their Hearts; cc vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 500 Page 21
2451 and that he would be to them a God, and they should be to him a People. and that he would be to them a God, and they should be to him a People. cc cst pns31 vmd vbi p-acp pno32 dt n1, cc pns32 vmd vbi p-acp pno31 dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 500 Page 21
2452 Every other Profession of Religion had likewise its external Rites and Ordinances belonging to it; but I think I may fairly leave it to the Judgment of any serious Deist, Every other Profession of Religion had likewise its external Rites and Ordinances belonging to it; but I think I may fairly leave it to the Judgement of any serious Deist, d j-jn n1 pp-f n1 vhd av po31 j n2 cc n2 vvg p-acp pn31; cc-acp pns11 vvb pns11 vmb av-j vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j np1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 501 Page 22
2453 whether the Christian Institutions already mentioned, are not much more rational, decent, easy, and every way better adapted to the ends for which they are design'd, whither the Christian Institutions already mentioned, Are not much more rational, decent, easy, and every Way better adapted to the ends for which they Are designed, cs dt njp n2 av vvn, vbr xx av-d av-dc j, j, j, cc d n1 av-jc vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 501 Page 22
2454 than those of any other Religion, and consequently, whether in this instance also our Blessed Saviour hath not made the best Provision for us. than those of any other Religion, and consequently, whither in this instance also our Blessed Saviour hath not made the best Provision for us. cs d pp-f d j-jn n1, cc av-j, cs p-acp d n1 av po12 j-vvn n1 vhz xx vvn dt js n1 p-acp pno12. (12) sermon (DIV1) 501 Page 22
2455 There remains yet one farther Difficulty which fallen Men lay under, which I am to consider in the last place, There remains yet one farther Difficulty which fallen Men lay under, which I am to Consider in the last place, pc-acp vvz av crd jc n1 r-crq vvn n2 vvb p-acp, r-crq pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ord n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 502 Page 22
2456 and to shew that our Lord hath in that instance likewise made due Provision for us, viz. and to show that our Lord hath in that instance likewise made due Provision for us, viz. cc pc-acp vvi cst po12 n1 vhz p-acp d n1 av vvd j-jn n1 p-acp pno12, n1 (12) sermon (DIV1) 502 Page 22
2457 Fourthly, An incapacity of removing those other evil and mischievous consequences, to which their Sins had expos'd them; Fourthly, an incapacity of removing those other evil and mischievous consequences, to which their Sins had exposed them; ord, dt n1 pp-f vvg d j-jn n-jn cc j n2, p-acp r-crq po32 n2 vhd vvn pno32; (12) sermon (DIV1) 503 Page 22
2458 and of obtaining for themselves that compleat Salvation which they stood in need of. and of obtaining for themselves that complete Salvation which they stood in need of. cc pp-f vvg p-acp px32 cst j n1 r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp n1 pp-f. (12) sermon (DIV1) 503 Page 22
2459 The remaining Consequences of our Apostacy from God, which I took notice of in a former Lecture, are all the Calamities of this present life, concluded at last with a Seperation of Soul and Body by Death, The remaining Consequences of our Apostasy from God, which I took notice of in a former Lecture, Are all the Calamities of this present life, concluded At last with a Separation of Soul and Body by Death, dt j-vvg n2 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp np1, r-crq pns11 vvd n1 pp-f p-acp dt j n1, vbr d dt n2 pp-f d j n1, vvn p-acp ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 504 Page 22
2460 and followed in a future state with all those Evils, to which an immortal Soul seperated from its Body is there liable, which are more than we are able to enumerate, and followed in a future state with all those Evils, to which an immortal Soul separated from its Body is there liable, which Are more than we Are able to enumerate, cc vvd p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp d d n2-jn, p-acp r-crq dt j n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1 vbz a-acp j, r-crq vbr av-dc cs pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi, (12) sermon (DIV1) 504 Page 22
2461 or so much as to conceive in the state in which we now are. or so much as to conceive in the state in which we now Are. cc av av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 av vbr. (12) sermon (DIV1) 504 Page 22
2462 That Men were of themselves altogether unable either to avoid these Evils, or to deliver themselves from them, is evident. That Men were of themselves altogether unable either to avoid these Evils, or to deliver themselves from them, is evident. d n2 vbdr pp-f px32 av j av-d pc-acp vvi d n2-jn, cc pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp pno32, vbz j. (12) sermon (DIV1) 505 Page 23
2463 No humane Wit or Power, as Experience proves, can ward off abundance of those Calamities to which all Men are obnoxious from the present state of things in this lower World; No humane Wit or Power, as Experience Proves, can ward off abundance of those Calamities to which all Men Are obnoxious from the present state of things in this lower World; uh-dx j n1 cc n1, c-acp n1 vvz, vmb vvi a-acp n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp r-crq d n2 vbr j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d jc n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 505 Page 23
2464 nor can the wealth of the richest Man upon Earth purchase an Exemption from them. The wise Man must die, as certainly as the Fool; the Prince, as the Peasant; nor can the wealth of the Richest Man upon Earth purchase an Exemption from them. The wise Man must die, as Certainly as the Fool; the Prince, as the Peasant; ccx vmb dt n1 pp-f dt js n1 p-acp n1 vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32. dt j n1 vmb vvi, c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1; dt n1, c-acp dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 505 Page 23
2465 and the Rich Man, as the Beggar. and the Rich Man, as the Beggar. cc dt j n1, c-acp dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 505 Page 23
2466 Nor have any of these the least power to dispose of their Souls, when they are dismiss'd into the World of Spirits. Nor have any of these the least power to dispose of their Souls, when they Are dismissed into the World of Spirits. ccx vhb d pp-f d dt ds n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f po32 n2, c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 505 Page 23
2467 Much less are they able to obtain for themselves that Salvation, which will compleat their Happiness. Much less Are they able to obtain for themselves that Salvation, which will complete their Happiness. av-d av-dc vbr pns32 j pc-acp vvi p-acp px32 cst n1, r-crq vmb j po32 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 506 Page 23
2468 All that is done for us in this life, even by our Blessed Saviour himself, is but the beginning of our Salvation; All that is done for us in this life, even by our Blessed Saviour himself, is but the beginning of our Salvation; av-d d vbz vdn p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1, av p-acp po12 j-vvn n1 px31, vbz p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 506 Page 23
2469 we are by him put into a sttate of Salvation, and guided in the way which leads directly and surely to the completion of it: we Are by him put into a sttate of Salvation, and guided in the Way which leads directly and surely to the completion of it: pns12 vbr p-acp pno31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz av-j cc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31: (12) sermon (DIV1) 506 Page 23
2470 But we cannot be said to be saved, till every evil disposition be perfectly rooted out of our Souls; But we cannot be said to be saved, till every evil disposition be perfectly rooted out of our Souls; cc-acp pns12 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp vbb vvn, p-acp d j-jn n1 vbb av-j vvn av pp-f po12 n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 506 Page 23
2471 till our Spirits are restor'd to their perfect Health, and all the Habits of Piety and Virtue are confirm'd in them; till our Spirits Are restored to their perfect Health, and all the Habits of Piety and Virtue Are confirmed in them; c-acp po12 n2 vbr vvn p-acp po32 j n1, cc d dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbr vvn p-acp pno32; (12) sermon (DIV1) 506 Page 23
2472 nor indeed till our Bodies also shall be raised again and united to our Souls. nor indeed till our Bodies also shall be raised again and united to our Souls. ccx av p-acp po12 n2 av vmb vbi vvn av cc vvn p-acp po12 n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 506 Page 23
2473 For although the wisest of Philosophers, and the best of Christians have justly complain'd of these Bodies of Flesh, For although the Wisest of Philosophers, and the best of Christians have justly complained of these Bodies of Flesh, c-acp cs dt js pp-f n2, cc dt js pp-f np1 vhb av-j vvd pp-f d n2 pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 507 Page 23
2474 as clogs to their Spirits, and therefore may have desir'd and chosen to be deliver'd from them, in order to have their Spirits set at liberty from their present incumbrance; as clogs to their Spirits, and Therefore may have desired and chosen to be Delivered from them, in order to have their Spirits Set At liberty from their present encumbrance; c-acp n2 p-acp po32 n2, cc av vmb vhi vvn cc vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32, p-acp n1 pc-acp vhi po32 n2 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po32 j n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 507 Page 23
2475 yet the natural abhorrence which all Men have of the separation of their two essential parts made by Death, yet the natural abhorrence which all Men have of the separation of their two essential parts made by Death, av dt j n1 r-crq d n2 vhb pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 crd j n2 vvn p-acp n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 507 Page 24
2476 and that ardent desire of life which is implanted in humane Nature, seem plainly to intimate, that we cannot be compleatly happy without consisting of Soul and Body united. and that Ardent desire of life which is implanted in humane Nature, seem plainly to intimate, that we cannot be completely happy without consisting of Soul and Body united. cc cst j n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp j n1, vvb av-j pc-acp vvi, cst pns12 vmbx vbi av-j j p-acp vvg pp-f n1 cc n1 vvn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 507 Page 24
2477 And the Gospel confirms this Notion to us, by causing us to wait for our compleat Salvation till the Resurrection of the Body. And the Gospel confirms this Notion to us, by causing us to wait for our complete Salvation till the Resurrection of the Body. cc dt n1 vvz d n1 p-acp pno12, p-acp vvg pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 507 Page 24
2478 Thus St. Paul, having mentioned the earnest expectation which the whole Creation hath of being deliver'd from Vanity, and that bondage of Corruption to which it is at present subjected, he adds, And not only they, but our selves also, which have the first fruits of the Spirit, Thus Saint Paul, having mentioned the earnest expectation which the Whole Creation hath of being Delivered from Vanity, and that bondage of Corruption to which it is At present subjected, he adds, And not only they, but our selves also, which have the First fruits of the Spirit, av n1 np1, vhg vvn dt j n1 r-crq dt j-jn n1 vhz pp-f vbg vvn p-acp n1, cc d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz p-acp j vvn, pns31 vvz, cc xx av-j pns32, cc-acp po12 n2 av, r-crq vhb dt ord n2 pp-f dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 507 Page 24
2479 even we our selves groan within our selves, waiting for the Adoption, to wit, the Redemption of our Body. even we our selves groan within our selves, waiting for the Adoption, to wit, the Redemption of our Body. av pns12 po12 n2 vvi p-acp po12 n2, vvg p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 507 Page 24
2480 And to the same purpose again; We that are in this Tabernacle do groan, being burdened; And to the same purpose again; We that Are in this Tabernacle do groan, being burdened; cc p-acp dt d n1 av; pns12 d vbr p-acp d n1 vdb vvi, vbg vvn; (12) sermon (DIV1) 507 Page 24
2481 not for that we would be uncloath'd; but cloath'd upon; that mortality might be swallow'd up of life; not for that we would be Unclothed; but clothed upon; that mortality might be swallowed up of life; xx p-acp cst pns12 vmd vbi vvn; cc-acp vvn p-acp; d n1 vmd vbi vvn a-acp pp-f n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 507 Page 24
2482 intimating, that Christians will not be compleatly happy, till their Bodies shall be redeem'd from Corruption; and till their Souls shall be cloath'd with such Bodies as shall be prepar'd for them at the Resurrection; intimating, that Christians will not be completely happy, till their Bodies shall be redeemed from Corruption; and till their Souls shall be clothed with such Bodies as shall be prepared for them At the Resurrection; vvg, cst np1 vmb xx vbi av-j j, c-acp po32 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1; cc p-acp po32 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n2 c-acp vmb vbi vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 507 Page 24
2483 till which time, they will not be deliver'd from all the effects of the Divine Displeasure, till which time, they will not be Delivered from all the effects of the Divine Displeasure, p-acp r-crq n1, pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 507 Page 24
2484 nor clearly manifested to be the Children of God. nor clearly manifested to be the Children of God. ccx av-j vvn pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f np1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 507 Page 24
2485 Now 'tis apparent, past all dispute, that we can do nothing of all this for our selves; Now it's apparent, passed all dispute, that we can do nothing of all this for our selves; av pn31|vbz j, p-acp d n1, cst pns12 vmb vdi pix pp-f d d p-acp po12 n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 508 Page 24
2486 and that no other Institution of Religion, besides the Christian, hath discover'd to us, how it shall be done for us. and that no other Institution of Religion, beside the Christian, hath discovered to us, how it shall be done for us. cc cst dx j-jn n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt njp, vhz vvn p-acp pno12, c-crq pn31 vmb vbi vdn p-acp pno12. (12) sermon (DIV1) 508 Page 24
2487 But in this instance also, our Blessed Saviour hath made abundant Provision. But in this instance also, our Blessed Saviour hath made abundant Provision. cc-acp p-acp d n1 av, po12 j-vvn n1 vhz vvn j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 509 Page 24
2488 The Gospel hath assur'd us, and we Christians do firmly believe, as fundamental Articles of our Faith, that as our Lord died to made Expiation for our Sins, The Gospel hath assured us, and we Christians do firmly believe, as fundamental Articles of our Faith, that as our Lord died to made Expiation for our Sins, dt n1 vhz vvn pno12, cc pns12 np1 vdb av-j vvi, p-acp j n2 pp-f po12 n1, cst p-acp po12 n1 vvd p-acp j-vvn n1 p-acp po12 n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 509 Page 25
2489 so he rose again from the dead; so he rose again from the dead; av pns31 vvd av p-acp dt j; (12) sermon (DIV1) 509 Page 25
2490 and that then, according to his own Declaration, All power was given unto him in Heaven and in Earth; and that then, according to his own Declaration, All power was given unto him in Heaven and in Earth; cc cst av, vvg p-acp po31 d n1, d n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 509 Page 25
2491 that God, having rais'd him from the dead, hath set him at his own right hand in the heavenly places, far above all Principality and Power, that God, having raised him from the dead, hath Set him At his own right hand in the heavenly places, Far above all Principality and Power, d np1, vhg vvn pno31 p-acp dt j, vhz vvn pno31 p-acp po31 d j-jn n1 p-acp dt j n2, av-j p-acp d n1 cc n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 509 Page 25
2492 and Might and Dominion, and every Name that is named, not only in this World, but also in that which is to come; and Might and Dominion, and every Name that is nam, not only in this World, but also in that which is to come; cc vmd cc n1, cc d n1 cst vbz vvn, xx av-j p-acp d n1, cc-acp av p-acp d r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi; (12) sermon (DIV1) 509 Page 25
2493 and hath put all things under his feet; and given him to be the Head over all things to the Church: and hath put all things under his feet; and given him to be the Head over all things to the Church: cc vhz vvn d n2 p-acp po31 n2; cc vvn pno31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 509 Page 25
2494 as also, that he will according to his Promise come again to perfect the great Work which he hath undertaken, as also, that he will according to his Promise come again to perfect the great Work which he hath undertaken, c-acp av, cst pns31 vmb av-vvg p-acp po31 n1 vvn av pc-acp vvi dt j n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 509 Page 25
2495 and which he hath been carrying on by all the Methods I have hitherto mention'd. and which he hath been carrying on by all the Methods I have hitherto mentioned. cc r-crq pns31 vhz vbn vvg p-acp p-acp d dt n2 pns11 vhb av vvn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 509 Page 25
2496 Now allowing all this to be true, we have a plain account, how we shall be deliver'd from all the remaining evil Consequences of our Fall, Now allowing all this to be true, we have a plain account, how we shall be Delivered from all the remaining evil Consequences of our Fallen, av vvg d d pc-acp vbi j, pns12 vhb dt j n1, c-crq pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d dt j-vvg j-jn n2 pp-f po12 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 510 Page 25
2497 and be made perfectly happy, to the utmost of our desires and capacities. and be made perfectly happy, to the utmost of our Desires and capacities. cc vbi vvn av-j j, p-acp dt j pp-f po12 n2 cc n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 510 Page 25
2498 For hereby we are assur'd, That we have now a powerful Friend in Heaven in our own Nature; For hereby we Are assured, That we have now a powerful Friend in Heaven in our own Nature; c-acp av pns12 vbr vvn, cst pns12 vhb av dt j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po12 d n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 511 Page 25
2499 One who can be touch'd with a feeling of our Infirmities, having been in all points tempted like as we are; One who can be touched with a feeling of our Infirmities, having been in all points tempted like as we Are; crd r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n1, vhg vbn p-acp d n2 vvn av-j c-acp pns12 vbr; (12) sermon (DIV1) 511 Page 25
2500 and One who hath such an Interest in the Father of all, that by him we may go freely to the throne of Grace, obtaining Mercy and finding Grace to help in time of need: and One who hath such an Interest in the Father of all, that by him we may go freely to the throne of Grace, obtaining Mercy and finding Grace to help in time of need: cc pi r-crq vhz d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, cst p-acp pno31 pns12 vmb vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg n1 cc vvg n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 511 Page 25
2501 who although he doth not think fit to deliver us at present from all the Calamities of this Life, yet will cause all things to work together for our good; who although he does not think fit to deliver us At present from all the Calamities of this Life, yet will cause all things to work together for our good; r-crq cs pns31 vdz xx vvi j pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp j p-acp d dt n2 pp-f d n1, av vmb vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi av p-acp po12 j; (12) sermon (DIV1) 511 Page 25
2502 not suffering us to be tempted above that we are able, but with the temptation also, making a way to escape, that we may be able to bear it; not suffering us to be tempted above that we Are able, but with the temptation also, making a Way to escape, that we may be able to bear it; xx vvg pno12 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp cst pns12 vbr j, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 av, vvg dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cst pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31; (12) sermon (DIV1) 511 Page 26
2503 affording us such a Measure of his Grace, as shall be sufficient for us, and causing his strength to be made perfect in our weakness: affording us such a Measure of his Grace, as shall be sufficient for us, and causing his strength to be made perfect in our weakness: vvg pno12 d dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp vmb vbi j p-acp pno12, cc vvg po31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn j p-acp po12 n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 511 Page 26
2504 Who, although he permits us to remain liable to Death, as the just Reward of our Transgression, yet being Lord both of the Dead and the Living, will receive our Souls at the hour of Death, Who, although he permits us to remain liable to Death, as the just Reward of our Transgression, yet being Lord both of the Dead and the Living, will receive our Souls At the hour of Death, r-crq, cs pns31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi j p-acp n1, c-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, av vbg n1 av-d pp-f dt j cc dt j-vvg, vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 511 Page 26
2505 and take care of them during their state of Seperation, reviving them with his Influences, and filling them with the comfortable Expectation of their more compleat Happiness. and take care of them during their state of Separation, reviving them with his Influences, and filling them with the comfortable Expectation of their more complete Happiness. cc vvb n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp po32 n1 pp-f n1, vvg pno32 p-acp po31 n2, cc vvg pno32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1 j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 511 Page 26
2506 Finally we are assur'd, that as he will obtain of the Father, and confer upon his faithful Servants, all that is truly good and fit for them, during this state of their Tryal, Finally we Are assured, that as he will obtain of the Father, and confer upon his faithful Servants, all that is truly good and fit for them, during this state of their Trial, av-j pns12 vbr vvn, cst c-acp pns31 vmb vvi pp-f dt n1, cc vvi p-acp po31 j n2, d cst vbz av-j j cc j p-acp pno32, p-acp d n1 pp-f po32 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 511 Page 26
2507 and preserve their Spirits which they have committed to his Custody, till his second Appearance; and preserve their Spirits which they have committed to his Custody, till his second Appearance; cc vvi po32 n2 r-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp po31 n1, c-acp po31 ord n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 511 Page 26
2508 so that he will come again in Person, redeem their dead Bodies, and perfect their Souls, reuniting them, so that he will come again in Person, Redeem their dead Bodies, and perfect their Souls, Reuniting them, av cst pns31 vmb vvi av p-acp n1, vvb po32 j n2, cc vvi po32 n2, n-vvg pno32, (12) sermon (DIV1) 511 Page 26
2509 and fully instating them in the favour of God, and bestowing upon them the Inheritance of Children; and Fully instating them in the favour of God, and bestowing upon them the Inheritance of Children; cc av-j vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvg p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 511 Page 26
2510 of all which he hath given them at present his Spirit, as the sure Pledge and Earnest. of all which he hath given them At present his Spirit, as the sure Pledge and Earnest. pp-f d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp j po31 n1, p-acp dt j vvb cc j. (12) sermon (DIV1) 511 Page 26
2511 This is that Provision, which our Blessed Saviour, according to the Declaration of his Gospel, hath graciously made, in this last instance of our Necessity; This is that Provision, which our Blessed Saviour, according to the Declaration of his Gospel, hath graciously made, in this last instance of our Necessity; d vbz d n1, r-crq po12 j-vvn n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vhz av-j vvn, p-acp d ord n1 pp-f po12 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 512 Page 26
2512 after which I need add no more, this being the completion of our Felicity, and of our Mediator's Undertaking. After which I need add no more, this being the completion of our Felicity, and of our Mediator's Undertaking. p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb vvi av-dx av-dc, d vbg dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc pp-f po12 ng1 vvg. (12) sermon (DIV1) 512 Page 26
2513 And thus I have finish'd what I at first proposed, with respect to the intrinsick Evidence of Christianity, shewing its Credibility from considering the Persons whom Christ Jesus came to save; And thus I have finished what I At First proposed, with respect to the intrinsic Evidence of Christianity, showing its Credibility from considering the Persons whom christ jesus Come to save; cc av pns11 vhb vvn r-crq pns11 p-acp ord vvn, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, vvg po31 n1 p-acp vvg dt n2 r-crq np1 np1 vvd pc-acp vvi; (12) sermon (DIV1) 513 Page 26
2514 the Nature of the Salvation which he proposeth; and the Method in which he hath procur'd it. the Nature of the Salvation which he Proposeth; and the Method in which he hath procured it. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz; cc dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pn31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 513 Page 27
2515 If in doing this, I have laid down a true Scheme of our holy Profession (as I am verily persuaded I have) according to the Doctrine of the Holy Scriptures, If in doing this, I have laid down a true Scheme of our holy Profession (as I am verily persuaded I have) according to the Doctrine of the Holy Scriptures, cs p-acp vdg d, pns11 vhb vvn a-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 j n1 (c-acp pns11 vbm av-j vvn pns11 vhb) vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 514 Page 27
2516 and the general sense of the Christian Church; and the general sense of the Christian Church; cc dt j n1 pp-f dt njp n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 514 Page 27
2517 and if through this whole Scheme there is nothing but what is highly worthy of God, and if through this Whole Scheme there is nothing but what is highly worthy of God, cc cs p-acp d j-jn n1 a-acp vbz pix cc-acp r-crq vbz av-j j pp-f np1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 514 Page 27
2518 and extremely beneficial to his Creatures; and extremely beneficial to his Creatures; cc av-jn j p-acp po31 n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 514 Page 27
2519 nay if according to this Representation of Christianity, it not only infinitely excels all other Institutions of Religion, nay if according to this Representation of Christianity, it not only infinitely excels all other Institutions of Religion, uh-x cs vvg p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, pn31 xx av-j av-j vvz d j-jn n2 pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 514 Page 27
2520 but is such, as that we are not able to frame an Idea of any Institution comparable to it, (as I firmly believe upon impartial consideration it will appear to be) it must then be granted that This is a faithful saying, but is such, as that we Are not able to frame an Idea of any Institution comparable to it, (as I firmly believe upon impartial consideration it will appear to be) it must then be granted that This is a faithful saying, cc-acp vbz d, c-acp cst pns12 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1 j p-acp pn31, (c-acp pns11 av-j vvb p-acp j n1 pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi) pn31 vmb av vbi vvn d d vbz dt j n-vvg, (12) sermon (DIV1) 514 Page 27
2521 and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the World, to save Sinners. and worthy of all acceptation, that christ jesus Come into the World, to save Sinners. cc j pp-f d n1, cst np1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 514 Page 27
2522 This therefore I heartily offer to the serious thoughts of all such Men, as have a just sense of God and of natural Religion upon their Minds, This Therefore I heartily offer to the serious thoughts of all such Men, as have a just sense of God and of natural Religion upon their Minds, np1 av pns11 av-j vvb p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d d n2, c-acp vhb dt j n1 pp-f np1 cc pp-f j n1 p-acp po32 n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 515 Page 27
2523 and have accustom'd themselves to think seriously of matters of importance. and have accustomed themselves to think seriously of matters of importance. cc vhb j-vvn px32 pc-acp vvi av-j pp-f n2 pp-f n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 515 Page 27
2524 The external attestation, which God hath given to the Gospel, by Prophecies, Miracles, and an wonderful Success in its Propagation, will tend, where duly observ'd, not only farther to confirm this intrinsick Evidence, The external attestation, which God hath given to the Gospel, by Prophecies, Miracles, and an wondered Success in its Propagation, will tend, where duly observed, not only farther to confirm this intrinsic Evidence, dt j n1, r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp n2, n2, cc dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, vmb vvi, c-crq av-jn vvn, xx av-j jc pc-acp vvi d j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 516 Page 27
2525 but also to awaken and excite the minds of those, who are not us'd to serious thinking; but also to awaken and excite the minds of those, who Are not used to serious thinking; cc-acp av pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f d, r-crq vbr xx vvn p-acp j n-vvg; (12) sermon (DIV1) 516 Page 27
2526 or are strongly prejudic'd against Religion in general, through the violence of their corrupt inclinations. But when all is done, here we must fix; or Are strongly prejudiced against Religion in general, through the violence of their corrupt inclinations. But when all is done, Here we must fix; cc vbr av-j vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2. p-acp c-crq d vbz vdn, av pns12 vmb vvi; (12) sermon (DIV1) 516 Page 27
2527 being assur'd, that as no Revelation can be from God, which is not worthy of him; being assured, that as no Revelation can be from God, which is not worthy of him; vbg vvn, cst c-acp dx n1 vmb vbi p-acp np1, r-crq vbz xx j pp-f pno31; (12) sermon (DIV1) 516 Page 28
2528 so whatsoever is so highly worthy of God as the Christian Revelation is, must be credible upon its own account. so whatsoever is so highly worthy of God as the Christian Revelation is, must be credible upon its own account. av r-crq vbz av av-j j pp-f np1 p-acp dt njp n1 vbz, vmb vbi j p-acp po31 d n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 516 Page 28
2529 May we, who profess to believe the Gospel, both on account of its intrinsick Evidence, May we, who profess to believe the Gospel, both on account of its intrinsic Evidence, vmb pns12, r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1, av-d p-acp n1 pp-f po31 j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 517 Page 28
2530 and the external attestation it hath had, and to be sensible of the excellent Method therein propos'd for the Salvation of Sinners, prove to the World the reality and the stedfastness of this our Faith, by its influence upon our Spirits and our Lives. and the external attestation it hath had, and to be sensible of the excellent Method therein proposed for the Salvation of Sinners, prove to the World the reality and the steadfastness of this our Faith, by its influence upon our Spirits and our Lives. cc dt j n1 pn31 vhz vhn, cc pc-acp vbi j pp-f dt j n1 av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vvb p-acp dt n1 dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f d po12 n1, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po12 n2 cc po12 n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 517 Page 28
2531 Then shall we our selves yield a farther attestation to the truth of our Blessed Saviour's Religion, by demonstrating its Virtue and its Excellency to the unbelieving World. Then shall we our selves yield a farther attestation to the truth of our Blessed Saviour's Religion, by Demonstrating its Virtue and its Excellency to the unbelieving World. av vmb pns12 po12 n2 vvi dt jc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j-vvn ng1 n1, p-acp vvg po31 n1 cc po31 n1 p-acp dt vvg n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 517 Page 28
2532 And may Almighty God, who hath thus graciously revea'ld himself to Mankind, by his Son Jesus Christ our Lord, send forth his holy Spirit, to accompany the preaching of this his Gospel, And may Almighty God, who hath thus graciously revea'ld himself to Mankind, by his Son jesus christ our Lord, send forth his holy Spirit, to accompany the preaching of this his Gospel, cc vmb j-jn np1, r-crq vhz av av-j vvn px31 p-acp n1, p-acp po31 n1 np1 np1 po12 n1, vvb av po31 j n1, pc-acp vvi dt vvg pp-f d po31 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 518 Page 28
2533 so that it may be more universally receiv'd, and more thoroughly obey'd in all the Nations of the Earth, to the Glory of his Holy Name, and the Salvation of Sinners. so that it may be more universally received, and more thoroughly obeyed in all the nations of the Earth, to the Glory of his Holy Name, and the Salvation of Sinners. av cst pn31 vmb vbi av-dc av-j vvn, cc av-dc av-j vvd p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 518 Page 28
2534 Now to the One God and Father of all, and to our Lord Jesus Christ, the only begotten Son of the Father, with the Eternal Spirit; Now to the One God and Father of all, and to our Lord jesus christ, the only begotten Son of the Father, with the Eternal Spirit; av p-acp dt crd np1 cc n1 pp-f d, cc p-acp po12 n1 np1 np1, dt av-j vvn n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 519 Page 28
2535 our great Creator, Redeemer, and Sanctifier, be ascribed, as is most due, all Honor, Praise, and Glory, forever. Amen. FINIS. our great Creator, Redeemer, and Sanctifier, be ascribed, as is most due, all Honour, Praise, and Glory, forever. Amen. FINIS. po12 j n1, n1, cc n1, vbb vvn, c-acp vbz av-ds j-jn, d n1, vvb, cc n1, av. uh-n. fw-la. (12) sermon (DIV1) 519 Page 28
2536 JOHN 3.16, 17. God so loved the World, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him, should not perish; but have everlasting. Life. JOHN 3.16, 17. God so loved the World, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever Believeth in him, should not perish; but have everlasting. Life. np1 crd, crd np1 av vvd dt n1, cst pns31 vvd po31 j vvn n1, cst r-crq vvz p-acp pno31, vmd xx vvi; cc-acp vhb j. n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 519 Page 1
2537 For God sent not his Son into the World to condemn the World; but that the World through him might be saved. For God sent not his Son into the World to condemn the World; but that the World through him might be saved. p-acp np1 vvd xx po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1; cc-acp cst dt n1 p-acp pno31 vmd vbi vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 520 Page 1
2538 THese are the Words of our Blessed Saviour, who, as he best understood the Extent of that Love, which moved the Almighty Father to send him into the World, THese Are the Words of our Blessed Saviour, who, as he best understood the Extent of that Love, which moved the Almighty Father to send him into the World, d vbr dt n2 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1, r-crq, c-acp pns31 av-js vvn dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq vvd dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 521 Page 1
2539 so he hath here express'd it in the fullest and most comprehensive Terms. so he hath Here expressed it in the Fullest and most comprehensive Terms. av pns31 vhz av vvn pn31 p-acp dt js cc av-ds j n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 521 Page 1
2540 The Love of God, not to any particular Nation, but to the World in general, was the Motive upon which he gave his Son. The Design of our Lord's coming was to save not any particular Race of Men, The Love of God, not to any particular nation, but to the World in general, was the Motive upon which he gave his Son. The Design of our Lord's coming was to save not any particular Raze of Men, dt n1 pp-f np1, xx p-acp d j n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, vbds dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1 dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n-vvg vbds pc-acp vvi xx d j n1 pp-f n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 521 Page 1
2541 but the whole Race of Mankind, the World in general, without Exception. but the Whole Raze of Mankind, the World in general, without Exception. cc-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 521 Page 1
2542 There is indeed a Condition required of those who would partake of this Salvation, viz. that all, to whom the Gospel of Christ is publish'd, should believe in him; There is indeed a Condition required of those who would partake of this Salvation, viz. that all, to whom the Gospel of christ is published, should believe in him; pc-acp vbz av dt n1 vvd pp-f d r-crq vmd vvi pp-f d n1, n1 cst d, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn, vmd vvi p-acp pno31; (13) sermon (DIV1) 521 Page 1
2543 no other Limitation is set, but this very reasonable one, That whosoever believeth in him, should not perish; but have everlasting Life. no other Limitation is Set, but this very reasonable one, That whosoever Believeth in him, should not perish; but have everlasting Life. dx j-jn n1 vbz vvn, cc-acp d j j pi, cst r-crq vvz p-acp pno31, vmd xx vvi; cc-acp vhb j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 521 Page 2
2544 This is indeed a Truth so plainly asserted in diverse other Texts; 'tis moreover so agreeable to the Design and the Tenor of the Gospel throughout; This is indeed a Truth so plainly asserted in diverse other Texts; it's moreover so agreeable to the Design and the Tenor of the Gospel throughout; d vbz av dt n1 av av-j vvn p-acp j j-jn n2; pn31|vbz av av j p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 a-acp; (13) sermon (DIV1) 521 Page 2
2545 'tis finally so suitable to the Apprehensions which we naturally have of the infinite Goodness of God, that I shall not insist upon the Proof of it; it's finally so suitable to the Apprehensions which we naturally have of the infinite goodness of God, that I shall not insist upon the Proof of it; pn31|vbz av-j av j p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns12 av-j vhb pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, cst pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (13) sermon (DIV1) 521 Page 2
2546 the Purpose of this Discourse being rather to obviate an Objection, which will easily arise in the Minds even of serious Men, such as are not dispos'd to cavil, the Purpose of this Discourse being rather to obviate an Objection, which will Easily arise in the Minds even of serious Men, such as Are not disposed to cavil, dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbg av pc-acp vvi dt n1, r-crq vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt n2 av pp-f j n2, d c-acp vbr xx vvn pc-acp vvi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 521 Page 2
2547 but are us'd to contemplate both the Works and the Word of God, with Sobriety and Reverence, but Are used to contemplate both the Works and the Word of God, with Sobriety and reverence, cc-acp vbr vvn pc-acp vvi d dt vvz cc dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 cc n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 521 Page 2
2548 for whose Satisfaction I thought it worth the while to take this Matter into particular Consideration. The Objection is this; for whose Satisfaction I Thought it worth the while to take this Matter into particular Consideration. The Objection is this; p-acp rg-crq n1 pns11 vvd pn31 n1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp j n1. dt n1 vbz d; (13) sermon (DIV1) 521 Page 2
2549 If the love of God expressed in giving his only begotten Son, be so Great, and so Universal, as it is here represented; If the love of God expressed in giving his only begotten Son, be so Great, and so Universal, as it is Here represented; cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp vvg po31 av-j vvn n1, vbb av j, cc av j-u, c-acp pn31 vbz av vvn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 522 Page 2
2550 whence comes it to pass, that so small a part of Mankind seem to have receiv'd Benefit from the Christian Revelation? The Case of all Men seems to have been equally deplorable, and compassionable: whence comes it to pass, that so small a part of Mankind seem to have received Benefit from the Christian Revelation? The Case of all Men seems to have been equally deplorable, and compassionable: q-crq vvz pn31 pc-acp vvi, cst av j dt n1 pp-f n1 vvb pc-acp vhi vvn n1 p-acp dt njp n1? dt n1 pp-f d n2 vvz pc-acp vhi vbn av-j j, cc j: (13) sermon (DIV1) 522 Page 2
2551 If then the Love of God, testified by our Redeemer, were extended to all Men, If then the Love of God, testified by our Redeemer, were extended to all Men, cs av dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp po12 n1, vbdr vvn p-acp d n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 522 Page 2
2552 if the coming of the Son of God into the World, were designed and fitted for the Benefit of all; if the coming of the Son of God into the World, were designed and fitted for the Benefit of all; cs dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, vbdr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d; (13) sermon (DIV1) 522 Page 2
2553 is it not very strange, that four thousand Years should be run out before he came; is it not very strange, that four thousand years should be run out before he Come; vbz pn31 xx av j, cst crd crd n2 vmd vbi vvn av c-acp pns31 vvd; (13) sermon (DIV1) 522 Page 2
2554 and that since his appearing so small a Part of the World in comparison should be blest with the Knowledge of what he hath done for them, and that since his appearing so small a Part of the World in comparison should be blessed with the Knowledge of what he hath done for them, cc cst p-acp po31 vvg av j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vhz vdn p-acp pno32, (13) sermon (DIV1) 522 Page 2
2555 or of what he offereth to them? or of what he Offereth to them? cc pp-f r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno32? (13) sermon (DIV1) 522 Page 3
2556 Now for the easing our Minds under this Difficulty, I shall proceed gradually, laying down several Propositions, which will mutually support each other, Now for the easing our Minds under this Difficulty, I shall proceed gradually, laying down several Propositions, which will mutually support each other, av p-acp dt vvg po12 n2 p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb vvi av-jn, vvg a-acp j n2, r-crq vmb av-j vvi d n-jn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 523 Page 3
2557 and which being impartially consider'd and lay'd together, may suffice to silence this Objection, if not fully satisfie those that make it. And, and which being impartially considered and laid together, may suffice to silence this Objection, if not Fully satisfy those that make it. And, cc r-crq vbg av-j vvn cc vvn av, vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d n1, cs xx av-j vvi d cst vvb pn31. np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 523 Page 3
2558 First, If we were able to give no tolerable Account of this Matter, yet we ought not to be surprized or stumbled at it, First, If we were able to give no tolerable Account of this Matter, yet we ought not to be surprised or stumbled At it, ord, cs pns12 vbdr j pc-acp vvi dx j vvb pp-f d n1, av pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 524 Page 3
2559 because of the infinite distance between God and us. Because of the infinite distance between God and us. c-acp pp-f dt j n1 p-acp np1 cc pno12. (13) sermon (DIV1) 524 Page 3
2560 They are very reasonable Questions which Job 's Friend put to him, when he in the bitterness of his Soul complain'd of his grievous Afflictions, They Are very reasonable Questions which Job is Friend put to him, when he in the bitterness of his Soul complained of his grievous Afflictions, pns32 vbr av j n2 r-crq np1 vbz n1 vvn p-acp pno31, c-crq pns31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvd pp-f po31 j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 525 Page 3
2561 and was at a loss with Respect to the Justice of God's Dealings with him. and was At a loss with Respect to the justice of God's Dealings with him. cc vbds p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2-vvg p-acp pno31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 525 Page 3
2562 Canst thou by searching find out God? Canst thou find out the Almighty unto Perfection? It is as high as Heaven; Canst thou by searching find out God? Canst thou find out the Almighty unto Perfection? It is as high as Heaven; vm2 pns21 p-acp vvg vvi av np1? vm2 pns21 vvi av dt j-jn p-acp n1? pn31 vbz a-acp j c-acp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 525 Page 3
2563 What canst thou do? deeper than Hell; What Canst thou do? Deeper than Hell; q-crq vm2 pns21 vdi? jc-jn cs n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 525 Page 3
2564 what canst thou know? The Measure thereof is longer than the Earth, and broader than the Sea. Great is our Lord, saith the Psalmist, and not only of great Power; but his Understanding also is infinite. And shall we finite Creatures think then to comprehend his Ways? Shall we reckon our selves competent Judges of his Actions? St. Paul thought otherwise, what Canst thou know? The Measure thereof is longer than the Earth, and Broader than the Sea. Great is our Lord, Says the Psalmist, and not only of great Power; but his Understanding also is infinite. And shall we finite Creatures think then to comprehend his Ways? Shall we reckon our selves competent Judges of his Actions? Saint Paul Thought otherwise, q-crq vm2 pns21 vvi? dt n1 av vbz jc cs dt n1, cc jc cs dt n1 j vbz po12 n1, vvz dt n1, cc xx av-j pp-f j n1; p-acp po31 n1 av vbz j. cc vmb pns12 j n2 vvb av pc-acp vvi po31 n2? vmb pns12 vvi po12 n2 j n2 pp-f po31 n2? n1 np1 vvd av, (13) sermon (DIV1) 525 Page 3
2565 when contemplating a Difficulty of Providence, of the same kind with that before us, he cries out, O the Depth of the Riches, both of the Wisdom and Knowledge of God! How unsearchable are his Judgments, when contemplating a Difficulty of Providence, of the same kind with that before us, he cries out, Oh the Depth of the Riches, both of the Wisdom and Knowledge of God! How unsearchable Are his Judgments, c-crq vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, pp-f dt d n1 p-acp d p-acp pno12, pns31 vvz av, uh dt n1 pp-f dt n2, d pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 c-crq j vbr po31 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 525 Page 3
2566 and his Ways past finding out! For who hath known the Mind of the Lord; and his Ways passed finding out! For who hath known the Mind of the Lord; cc po31 n2 p-acp vvg av! p-acp r-crq vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 525 Page 3
2567 or who hath been his Counsellor? It must be own'd, that we are not able to account for the Methods of Divine Providence in many other Instances; or who hath been his Counsellor? It must be owned, that we Are not able to account for the Methods of Divine Providence in many other Instances; cc r-crq vhz vbn po31 n1? pn31 vmb vbi j-vvn, cst pns12 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp d j-jn n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 525 Page 4
2568 and whosoever is not abandon'd of all Modesty, must readily acknowledge, that it is reasonable that it should be so. and whosoever is not abandoned of all Modesty, must readily acknowledge, that it is reasonable that it should be so. cc r-crq vbz xx vvn pp-f d n1, vmb av-j vvi, cst pn31 vbz j cst pn31 vmd vbi av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 525 Page 4
2569 For we have not the entire Scheme of Providence in our Heads at once; we cannot see from the beginning to the end of God's Ways; For we have not the entire Scheme of Providence in our Heads At once; we cannot see from the beginning to the end of God's Ways; c-acp pns12 vhb xx dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp a-acp; pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 525 Page 4
2570 we know not what are the Designs, and what will be the Issues of his Counsels; we know not what Are the Designs, and what will be the Issues of his Counsels; pns12 vvb xx r-crq vbr dt n2, cc q-crq vmb vbi dt n2 pp-f po31 n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 525 Page 4
2571 and therefore ought to suspend our Judgments, till the Conclusion and winding up of Things. Which will appear to be more especially fit in this Case, if we consider, and Therefore ought to suspend our Judgments, till the Conclusion and winding up of Things. Which will appear to be more especially fit in this Case, if we Consider, cc av vmd p-acp vvi po12 n2, c-acp dt n1 cc vvg a-acp pp-f n2. r-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vbi av-dc av-j j p-acp d n1, cs pns12 vvb, (13) sermon (DIV1) 525 Page 4
2572 Secondly, That we our selves may discern several Particulars, in which we are manifestly ignorant, which yet ought to be known by us, Secondly, That we our selves may discern several Particulars, in which we Are manifestly ignorant, which yet ought to be known by us, ord, cst pns12 po12 n2 vmb vvi j n2-j, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr av-j j, r-crq av vmd p-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12, (13) sermon (DIV1) 526 Page 4
2573 if we would pretend fully to account for the Difficulty before us. I might give many Instances; if we would pretend Fully to account for the Difficulty before us. I might give many Instances; cs pns12 vmd vvi av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12. pns11 vmd vvi d n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 526 Page 4
2574 but will content my self with two plain Ones. but will content my self with two plain Ones. cc-acp vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp crd j pi2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 526 Page 4
2575 He that would give a full Account of this Matter, must be acquainted with two Particulars, which no mortal Man can certainly know, without an especial Revelation from God; He that would give a full Account of this Matter, must be acquainted with two Particulars, which no Mortal Man can Certainly know, without an especial Revelation from God; pns31 cst vmd vvi dt j vvb pp-f d n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp crd n2-j, r-crq dx j-jn n1 vmb av-j vvi, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 527 Page 4
2576 namely, Whether those to whom the Gospel is not published during this Life, shall ever hear of it in any future State: namely, Whither those to whom the Gospel is not published during this Life, shall ever hear of it in any future State: av, cs d p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp d n1, vmb av vvi pp-f pn31 p-acp d j-jn n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 527 Page 4
2577 And again, What Measures God will at the last Day take with those, to whom the Gospel was not publish'd. And again, What Measures God will At the last Day take with those, to whom the Gospel was not published. cc av, q-crq vvz np1 vmb p-acp dt ord n1 vvi p-acp d, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbds xx vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 527 Page 4
2578 No Man certainly knows, whether those who never heard of the Gospel in this Life, may not in some future State have it publish'd to them. No Man Certainly knows, whither those who never herd of the Gospel in this Life, may not in Some future State have it published to them. uh-dx np1 av-j vvz, cs d r-crq av-x vvd pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1, vmb xx p-acp d j-jn n1 vhb pn31 vvn p-acp pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 528 Page 5
2579 It has been supposed by some, that those Pagans, who shall have approv'd themselves Honest and Sincere in this their State of Tryal, may, It has been supposed by Some, that those Pagans, who shall have approved themselves Honest and Sincere in this their State of Trial, may, pn31 vhz vbn vvn p-acp d, cst d n2-jn, r-crq vmb vhi vvn px32 j cc j p-acp d po32 n1 pp-f n1, vmb, (13) sermon (DIV1) 529 Page 5
2580 when their Souls shall be separated from their Bodies, have the Gospel reveal'd to them in their separate State, in order to their becoming capable of the Rewards of Christians, at the last Day. when their Souls shall be separated from their Bodies, have the Gospel revealed to them in their separate State, in order to their becoming capable of the Rewards of Christians, At the last Day. c-crq po32 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2, vhb dt n1 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 j n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 j-vvg j pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt ord n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 529 Page 5
2581 A late Learned and Ingenious Writer has essayed to make it probable, from a Prophetical Paragraph in the Apocalypse, that those, who shall have liv'd and dy'd without hearing of the Gospel in this present State, shall, A late Learned and Ingenious Writer has essayed to make it probable, from a Prophetical Paragraph in the Apocalypse, that those, who shall have lived and died without hearing of the Gospel in this present State, shall, dt j j cc j n1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 j, p-acp dt j np1 p-acp dt np1, cst d, r-crq vmb vhb vvd cc vvd p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp d j n1, vmb, (13) sermon (DIV1) 530 Page 5
2582 after our Saviour's return, before the final Period of this World, be rais'd again, and have the Gospel preach'd to them, After our Saviour's return, before the final Period of this World, be raised again, and have the Gospel preached to them, p-acp po12 ng1 n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1, vbb vvn av, cc vhb dt n1 vvd p-acp pno32, (13) sermon (DIV1) 530 Page 5
2583 and thereby be put into a new State of Tryal, in order to their Salvation or Damnation, and thereby be put into a new State of Trial, in order to their Salvation or Damnation, cc av vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 530 Page 5
2584 as they shall then acquit themselves. Now though I will neither affirm nor deny either of these Opinions to be true, as they shall then acquit themselves. Now though I will neither affirm nor deny either of these Opinions to be true, c-acp pns32 vmb av vvi px32. av cs pns11 vmb av-dx vvi ccx vvi av-d pp-f d n2 pc-acp vbi j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 530 Page 5
2585 nor so much as say, that they are probable; nor so much as say, that they Are probable; ccx av av-d c-acp vvb, cst pns32 vbr j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 531 Page 5
2586 yet this I will venture to say, That I believe it very difficult for any Man to prove that they cannot be True; yet this I will venture to say, That I believe it very difficult for any Man to prove that they cannot be True; av d pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, cst pns11 vvb pn31 av j p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vmbx vbi j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 531 Page 5
2587 and yet if either of them should prove True, the Difficulty before us would be perfectly solv'd. and yet if either of them should prove True, the Difficulty before us would be perfectly solved. cc av cs d pp-f pno32 vmd vvi j, dt n1 p-acp pno12 vmd vbi av-j vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 531 Page 5
2588 And thus much we may safely infer from these Conjectures, that if contemplative Men can think of some such possible Ways for the solving this Difficulty, there may be many more Ways of doing it known to the Divine Understanding, And thus much we may safely infer from these Conjectures, that if contemplative Men can think of Some such possible Ways for the solving this Difficulty, there may be many more Ways of doing it known to the Divine Understanding, cc av av-d pns12 vmb av-j vvi p-acp d n2, cst cs j n2 vmb vvi pp-f d d j n2 p-acp dt vvg d n1, pc-acp vmb vbi d dc n2 pp-f vdg pn31 vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 531 Page 6
2589 and which will be clear and easie to our Understandings also, when it shall please God to reveal any of them to us. and which will be clear and easy to our Understandings also, when it shall please God to reveal any of them to us. cc r-crq vmb vbi j cc j p-acp po12 n2 av, c-crq pn31 vmb vvi np1 pc-acp vvi d pp-f pno32 p-acp pno12. (13) sermon (DIV1) 531 Page 6
2590 And I confess, I would suppose any thing that is plausible, nay, any thing that is possible, much rather than entertain one hard thought of the Maker and the Redeemer of Mankind. And I confess, I would suppose any thing that is plausible, nay, any thing that is possible, much rather than entertain one hard Thought of the Maker and the Redeemer of Mankind. cc pns11 vvb, pns11 vmd vvi d n1 cst vbz j, uh-x, d n1 cst vbz j, av-d av cs vvi crd j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 531 Page 6
2591 But yet farther, no Man certainly knows what Measures God will take at the last day with those, who shall have liv'd and dyed unacquainted with the Gospel. But yet farther, no Man Certainly knows what Measures God will take At the last day with those, who shall have lived and died unacquainted with the Gospel. p-acp av av-jc, dx n1 av-j vvz q-crq vvz np1 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp d, r-crq vmb vhb vvd cc vvd j p-acp dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 532 Page 6
2592 We are certainly inform'd, how God will deal with those to whom the Gospel is publish'd; We Are Certainly informed, how God will deal with those to whom the Gospel is published; pns12 vbr av-j vvn, c-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp d p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbz vvn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 532 Page 6
2593 He that believeth, shall be saved: And he that believes not shall be damned. He that Believeth, shall be saved: And he that believes not shall be damned. pns31 cst vvz, vmb vbi vvn: cc pns31 cst vvz xx vmb vbi vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 532 Page 6
2594 But this believing, or not, believing plainly supposes the Gospel preach'd to them, it being impossible, But this believing, or not, believing plainly supposes the Gospel preached to them, it being impossible, p-acp d vvg, cc xx, vvg av-j vvz dt n1 vvd p-acp pno32, pn31 vbg j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 532 Page 6
2595 as St. Paul suggests, that they should believe in him, of whom they have not heard; as Saint Paul suggests, that they should believe in him, of whom they have not herd; c-acp n1 np1 vvz, cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp pno31, pp-f ro-crq pns32 vhb xx vvn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 532 Page 6
2596 and as impossible that they should hear, without a Preacher. and as impossible that they should hear, without a Preacher. cc p-acp j cst pns32 vmd vvi, p-acp dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 532 Page 6
2597 And how God will deal with those who were under this disadvantage, the Gospel hath not so expresly told us, it's Declarations being to them, to whom it is publish'd. And how God will deal with those who were under this disadvantage, the Gospel hath not so expressly told us, it's Declarations being to them, to whom it is published. cc c-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp d r-crq vbdr p-acp d n1, dt n1 vhz xx av av-j vvn pno12, pn31|vbz n2 vbg p-acp pno32, p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 532 Page 6
2598 But because this will fall under consideration in another Place, I will add no more here, But Because this will fallen under consideration in Another Place, I will add no more Here, cc-acp c-acp d vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn n1, pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc av, (13) sermon (DIV1) 532 Page 6
2599 but proceed to my next Proposition, viz. but proceed to my next Proposition, viz. cc-acp vvb p-acp po11 ord n1, n1 (13) sermon (DIV1) 532 Page 6
2600 Thirdly, We may our selves discern very much of the Reasonableness and fitness of that Method, which Providence hath taken, both as to the time of our Saviour's coming into the World, Thirdly, We may our selves discern very much of the Reasonableness and fitness of that Method, which Providence hath taken, both as to the time of our Saviour's coming into the World, ord, pns12 vmb po12 n2 vvi av av-d pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq n1 vhz vvn, d c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 vvg p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 533 Page 6
2601 and the way and manner in which he order'd his Gospel to be publish'd. and the Way and manner in which he ordered his Gospel to be published. cc dt n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvn po31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 533 Page 6
2602 Almighty God, having made Men reasonable Creatures, hath all along dealt with them as such, in a way very suitable to their Nature, Almighty God, having made Men reasonable Creatures, hath all along dealt with them as such, in a Way very suitable to their Nature, np1 np1, vhg vvn n2 j n2, vhz d p-acp vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp d, p-acp dt n1 av j p-acp po32 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 534 Page 7
2603 and their present Condition in this Life. and their present Condition in this Life. cc po32 j n1 p-acp d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 534 Page 7
2604 His Providence wisely and gently orders and over-rules the Affairs of Mankind, with as little Violence as is possible, drawing and leading Men to Repentance and Amendment, rather than driving and compelling them. His Providence wisely and gently order and overrules the Affairs of Mankind, with as little Violence as is possible, drawing and leading Men to Repentance and Amendment, rather than driving and compelling them. po31 n1 av-j cc av-j n2 cc n2 dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp p-acp j n1 c-acp vbz j, vvg cc vvg n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, av-c cs vvg cc vvg pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 534 Page 7
2605 Accordingly ever since the Fall, it hath pleas'd God to use such Methods as might reasonably promote, tho' not necessitate their Recovery. Accordingly ever since the Fallen, it hath pleased God to use such Methods as might reasonably promote, though not necessitate their Recovery. av-vvg av p-acp dt n1, pn31 vhz vvn np1 pc-acp vvi d n2 c-acp vmd av-j vvi, cs xx n1 po32 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 534 Page 7
2606 Thus in the first Ages of the World, besides the Impressions which God had left of himself upon the Minds of Men in their very make, Thus in the First Ages of the World, beside the Impressions which God had left of himself upon the Minds of Men in their very make, av p-acp dt ord n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n2 r-crq np1 vhd vvn pp-f px31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp po32 j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 535 Page 7
2607 and what they might farther have learned of him by contemplating his Works, there was a plain and certain Tradition both of his first forming Man, of the Law he gave to our first Parents, of their Fall, and what they might farther have learned of him by contemplating his Works, there was a plain and certain Tradition both of his First forming Man, of the Law he gave to our First Parents, of their Fallen, cc r-crq pns32 vmd av-jc vhb vvn pp-f pno31 p-acp vvg po31 vvz, pc-acp vbds dt j cc j n1 av-d pp-f po31 ord n-vvg n1, pp-f dt n1 pns31 vvd p-acp po12 ord n2, pp-f po32 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 535 Page 7
2608 and of the kind Intimations of the Divine Compassion towards them after their Fall; and of the kind Intimations of the Divine Compassion towards them After their Fallen; cc pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 535 Page 7
2609 there was, I say, a plain and certain Tradition of all these and many more Particulars, easily deriv'd down from Adam to Noah; Adam being able fully to inform Methuselah, and Methuselah to inform Noah of all that each of them knew. there was, I say, a plain and certain Tradition of all these and many more Particulars, Easily derived down from Adam to Noah; Adam being able Fully to inform Methuselah, and Methuselah to inform Noah of all that each of them knew. pc-acp vbds, pns11 vvb, dt j cc j n1 pp-f d d cc d dc n2-j, av-j vvn a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp np1; np1 vbg j av-j pc-acp vvi np1, cc np1 pc-acp vvi np1 pp-f d cst d pp-f pno32 vvd. (13) sermon (DIV1) 535 Page 7
2610 And this one would in reason judge had been a sufficient means of instructing and reclaiming the sinful Race of Adam. And accordingly there were some in each Generation, who were recover'd from their fallen Estate to that degree, And this one would in reason judge had been a sufficient means of instructing and reclaiming the sinful Raze of Adam. And accordingly there were Some in each Generation, who were recovered from their fallen Estate to that degree, cc d pi vmd p-acp n1 n1 vhd vbn dt j n2 pp-f vvg cc vvg dt j n1 pp-f np1. cc av-vvg pc-acp vbdr d p-acp d n1, r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp po32 vvn n1 p-acp d n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 535 Page 7
2611 as to become acceptable to God themselves, and Instructors and Examples to others. as to become acceptable to God themselves, and Instructors and Examples to Others. c-acp pc-acp vvi j p-acp n1 px32, cc np1 cc n2 p-acp n2-jn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 535 Page 7
2612 Thus we read of Enoch, that he walked with God, that is, pleased him by a pious and virtuous Course of Life, Thus we read of Enoch, that he walked with God, that is, pleased him by a pious and virtuous Course of Life, av pns12 vvb pp-f np1, cst pns31 vvd p-acp np1, cst vbz, vvd pno31 p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 535 Page 8
2613 and not only by his Conversation reproved, but, as St. Jude tells us, prophesyed also against the ungodly Sinners of that Age, and not only by his Conversation reproved, but, as Saint U^de tells us, prophesied also against the ungodly Sinners of that Age, cc xx av-j p-acp po31 n1 vvd, p-acp, c-acp n1 np1 vvz pno12, vvd av p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 535 Page 8
2614 and was indeed so much too good for a bad World, that God took him to himself, and was indeed so much too good for a bad World, that God took him to himself, cc vbds av av av-d av j c-acp dt j n1, cst np1 vvd pno31 p-acp px31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 535 Page 8
2615 as an Encouragement to the few Good, and a Warning to the many Bad Men of those times. as an Encouragement to the few Good, and a Warning to the many Bad Men of those times. c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt d j, cc dt vvg p-acp dt d j n2 pp-f d n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 535 Page 8
2616 Noah was such another, of whom it is said, that he was a just Man, Noah was such Another, of whom it is said, that he was a just Man, np1 vbds d j-jn, pp-f ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn, cst pns31 vbds dt j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 535 Page 8
2617 and perfect (or upright) in his Generations, and that he walked with God; as likewise that he was a Preacher of Righteousness to the World of the Ungodly. and perfect (or upright) in his Generations, and that he walked with God; as likewise that he was a Preacher of Righteousness to the World of the Ungodly. cc j (cc av-j) p-acp po31 n2, cc d pns31 vvd p-acp np1; a-acp av cst pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 535 Page 8
2618 And besides these external Means of Instruction and Reformation, 'tis intimated, that God's Spirit also was all that while striving with Men. And beside these external Means of Instruction and Reformation, it's intimated, that God's Spirit also was all that while striving with Men. cc p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, pn31|vbz vvn, cst npg1 n1 av vbds d cst n1 vvg p-acp n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 535 Page 8
2619 Indeed when none of all these Means would prevail, but the Case of Mankind was become deplorable and utterly desperate, when God saw that the Wickedness of Man was great in the Earth, Indeed when none of all these Means would prevail, but the Case of Mankind was become deplorable and utterly desperate, when God saw that the Wickedness of Man was great in the Earth, av c-crq pi pp-f d d n2 vmd vvi, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn j cc av-j j, c-crq np1 vvd cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds j p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 536 Page 8
2620 and that every Imagination of the Thoughts of his Heart was only evil, and that continually; then, and that every Imagination of the Thoughts of his Heart was only evil, and that continually; then, cc cst d n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vbds av-j j-jn, cc d av-j; av, (13) sermon (DIV1) 536 Page 8
2621 and not till then, he determined to interpose miraculously, by destroying Man from the Face of the Earth, reserving only Noah and his Family, and not till then, he determined to interpose miraculously, by destroying Man from the Face of the Earth, reserving only Noah and his Family, cc xx c-acp av, pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi av-j, p-acp vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg av-j np1 cc po31 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 536 Page 8
2622 as the Seed of a new and better World. as the Seed of a new and better World. c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 536 Page 8
2623 When by this Means there was a new Beginning of Mankind, when Noah, being himself a good Man, When by this Means there was a new Beginning of Mankind, when Noah, being himself a good Man, c-crq p-acp d n2 a-acp vbds dt j n1 pp-f n1, c-crq np1, vbg px31 dt j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 537 Page 8
2624 and extraordinarily preserv'd and instructed by God, was able to convey to his Off-spring a ••rtain Tradition, both of what he had deriv•• from Adam, before the Flood, and extraordinarily preserved and instructed by God, was able to convey to his Offspring a ••rtain Tradition, both of what he had deriv•• from Adam, before the Flood, cc av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp np1, vbds j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 dt j n1, d pp-f r-crq pns31 vhd n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 537 Page 8
2625 and of what h• had learn'd of God since, and especially to •ive them an Account of that Stupendous Judgment whereby the old World was destroy'd, one would have thought again, that this should have effectually secur'd his Race in the Practice of Piety and Virtue for the future. and of what h• had learned of God since, and especially to •ive them an Account of that Stupendous Judgement whereby the old World was destroyed, one would have Thought again, that this should have effectually secured his Raze in the Practice of Piety and Virtue for the future. cc pp-f r-crq n1 vhd vvn pp-f np1 a-acp, cc av-j pc-acp vvi pno32 dt vvb pp-f cst j n1 c-crq dt j n1 vbds vvn, pi vmd vhi vvn av, cst d vmd vhi av-j vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j-jn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 537 Page 9
2626 But when his Posterity also soon degenerated, so that in the Space of somewhat more than four hundred Years, But when his Posterity also soon degenerated, so that in the Molle of somewhat more than four hundred years, cc-acp c-crq po31 n1 av av vvn, av cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f av dc cs crd crd n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 538 Page 9
2627 even Idolatry began to infect the purest Branch deriv'd from him, God then by a special Providence again interpos'd, chusing Abraham, calling him forth from his Country and his Kindred, instructing and guiding him, even Idolatry began to infect the Purest Branch derived from him, God then by a special Providence again interposed, choosing Abraham, calling him forth from his Country and his Kindred, instructing and guiding him, av n1 vvd pc-acp vvi dt js n1 vvn p-acp pno31, np1 av p-acp dt j n1 av vvd, vvg np1, vvg pno31 av p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n1, vvg cc vvg pno31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 538 Page 9
2628 and as a Reward of his Eminent Faith and Piety, appointing his Posterity to be his peculiar People, whom he preserv'd and govern'd in a miraculous Manner from one Generation to another, thereby to awaken other Nations, and as a Reward of his Eminent Faith and Piety, appointing his Posterity to be his peculiar People, whom he preserved and governed in a miraculous Manner from one Generation to Another, thereby to awaken other nations, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 cc n1, vvg po31 n1 pc-acp vbi po31 j n1, ro-crq pns31 vvd cc vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn, av pc-acp vvi j-jn n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 538 Page 9
2629 if they would observe the wonderful Works of Providence towards that People; or at least to preserve one Nation from the General Contagion. if they would observe the wondered Works of Providence towards that People; or At least to preserve one nation from the General Contagion. cs pns32 vmd vvi dt j vvz pp-f n1 p-acp d n1; cc p-acp ds pc-acp vvi crd n1 p-acp dt j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 538 Page 9
2630 Amongst them God raised up a Great Lawgiver, with a Succession of Prophets, discovering still by degrees more of his Kind Intentions towards them and all the World, among them God raised up a Great Lawgiver, with a Succession of prophets, discovering still by Degrees more of his Kind Intentions towards them and all the World, p-acp pno32 np1 vvd a-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vvg av p-acp n2 av-dc pp-f po31 j n2 p-acp pno32 cc d dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 539 Page 9
2631 and promising in due time to raise up of the Seed of Abraham, One who should be the great Deliverer and Saviour of Mankind. and promising in due time to raise up of the Seed of Abraham, One who should be the great Deliverer and Saviour of Mankind. cc vvg p-acp j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pi r-crq vmd vbi dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 539 Page 9
2632 When the fulness of the time was come, as St. Paul emphatically expresses it, God sent forth this great Person into the World, dignified with the Title of his only begotten Son. By which Expression, The fulness of the time, (as hath been often observ'd by those who have consider'd this Point) is not only to be understood, that it was the Time to which all the Predictions relating to the Messiah pointed; When the fullness of the time was come, as Saint Paul emphatically Expresses it, God sent forth this great Person into the World, dignified with the Title of his only begotten Son. By which Expression, The fullness of the time, (as hath been often observed by those who have considered this Point) is not only to be understood, that it was the Time to which all the Predictions relating to the Messiah pointed; c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds vvn, p-acp n1 np1 av-j vvz pn31, np1 vvd av d j n1 p-acp dt n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 av-j vvn n1 p-acp r-crq n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (c-acp vhz vbn av vvn p-acp d r-crq vhb vvn d n1) vbz xx av-j pc-acp vbi vvn, cst pn31 vbds dt n1 p-acp r-crq d dt n2 vvg p-acp dt np1 vvn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 540 Page 10
2633 but moreover, that it was the fittest Season, that ever y•• had been, for the Appearance of such a •erson. but moreover, that it was the Fittest Season, that ever y•• had been, for the Appearance of such a •erson. cc-acp av, cst pn31 vbds dt js n1, cst av n1 vhd vbn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 540 Page 10
2634 It was then, when all other proper means, having been tryed, had prov'd ineffectual. It was then, when all other proper means, having been tried, had proved ineffectual. pn31 vbds av, c-crq d j-jn j n2, vhg vbn vvn, vhd vvn j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 540 Page 10
2635 When the Messengers formerly sent from God, could not prevail, last of all he sent his Son. It was then, When the Messengers formerly sent from God, could not prevail, last of all he sent his Son. It was then, c-crq dt n2 av-j vvn p-acp np1, vmd xx vvi, ord pp-f d pns31 vvd po31 n1 pn31 vbds av, (13) sermon (DIV1) 540 Page 10
2636 when by the disposal of Divine Providence the World was best prepar'd for the receiving him. when by the disposal of Divine Providence the World was best prepared for the receiving him. c-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 dt n1 vbds js vvd p-acp dt vvg pno31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 540 Page 10
2637 It was, when he was become the Desire and Expectation of all Nations, as not only the Scriptures, It was, when he was become the Desire and Expectation of all nations, as not only the Scriptures, pn31 vbds, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2, c-acp xx av-j dt n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 540 Page 10
2638 but some of the Roman Writers themselves do assure us, which Expe•tation was probably deriv'd partly from the Jews who were dispers'd, but Some of the Roman Writers themselves do assure us, which Expe•tation was probably derived partly from the jews who were dispersed, cc-acp d pp-f dt njp n2 px32 vdb vvi pno12, r-crq n1 vbds av-j vvn av p-acp dt np2 r-crq vbdr vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 540 Page 10
2639 and especially from the Divine Oracles, which about three hundred Years before our Lord appear'd, had been by Order of Ptolemy Philadelphus translated into the Greek Language, and especially from the Divine Oracles, which about three hundred years before our Lord appeared, had been by Order of Ptolemy Philadelphus translated into the Greek Language, cc av-j p-acp dt j-jn n2, r-crq p-acp crd crd n2 p-acp po12 n1 vvd, vhd vbn p-acp n1 pp-f np1 npg1 vvn p-acp dt jp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 540 Page 10
2640 and thereby the Predictions concerning the Messiah divulged. and thereby the Predictions Concerning the Messiah divulged. cc av dt n2 vvg dt np1 vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 540 Page 10
2641 Finally, it was then, when first by the Grecian, and afterward more fully by the Roman Empire, a considerable part of the World was not only conquer'd, Finally, it was then, when First by the Grecian, and afterwards more Fully by the Roman Empire, a considerable part of the World was not only conquered, av-j, pn31 vbds av, c-crq ord p-acp dt jp, cc av av-dc av-j p-acp dt njp n1, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds xx av-j vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 540 Page 10
2642 but civiliz'd also, and an intercourse between many Nations establish'd, and thereby a Way made for the more easie Publication of the Gospel, from Judea, throughout the then known Regions of the Earth. but civilized also, and an intercourse between many nations established, and thereby a Way made for the more easy Publication of the Gospel, from Judea, throughout the then known Regions of the Earth. cc-acp vvd av, cc dt n1 p-acp d n2 vvd, cc av dt n1 vvd p-acp dt av-dc j n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp np1, p-acp dt av j-vvn n2 pp-f dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 540 Page 10
2643 And certainly This was the fittest Season, that ever yet had been for the Appearance of the Saviour of Mankind. And Certainly This was the Fittest Season, that ever yet had been for the Appearance of the Saviour of Mankind. cc av-j d vbds dt js n1, cst av av vhd vbn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 540 Page 10
2644 If we farther proceed to consider, in what manner our Lord appointed his Gospel to be published, If we farther proceed to Consider, in what manner our Lord appointed his Gospel to be published, cs pns12 av-jc vvi pc-acp vvi, p-acp r-crq n1 po12 n1 vvn po31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 541 Page 11
2645 and what Course the first Preachers of it took to that purpose, we shall still perceive more of the Reasonableness and Fitness of the Method wich Providence hath used in this Case. and what Course the First Preachers of it took to that purpose, we shall still perceive more of the Reasonableness and Fitness of the Method which Providence hath used in this Case. cc r-crq n1 dt ord n2 pp-f pn31 vvd p-acp d n1, pns12 vmb av vvi dc pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq n1 vhz vvn p-acp d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 541 Page 11
2646 When our Lord commission'd his Apostles, it was to make Disciples out of all Nations, and to go into all the World and preach the Gospel to every Creature. When our Lord commissioned his Apostles, it was to make Disciples out of all nations, and to go into all the World and preach the Gospel to every Creature. c-crq po12 n1 vvn po31 n2, pn31 vbds pc-acp vvi n2 av pp-f d n2, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1 cc vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 542 Page 11
2647 And the Doctrine which they were to preach, was admirably suited to this End. It was a Doctrine Rational and Pure, fit to be understood and receiv'd by every Nation under Heaven, containing nothing Singular, nothing Narrow, nothing that might separate or distinguish one Nation or Family from another; And the Doctrine which they were to preach, was admirably suited to this End. It was a Doctrine Rational and Pure, fit to be understood and received by every nation under Heaven, containing nothing Singular, nothing Narrow, nothing that might separate or distinguish one nation or Family from Another; cc dt n1 r-crq pns32 vbdr pc-acp vvi, vbds av-j vvn p-acp d n1 pn31 vbds dt n1 j cc j, j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, vvg pix j, pix j, pix cst vmd vvi cc vvi crd n1 cc n1 p-acp n-jn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 542 Page 11
2648 but equally adapted to the Condition of all Mankind. but equally adapted to the Condition of all Mankind. cc-acp av-jn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 542 Page 11
2649 There was indeed an occasion here for a miraculous Interposition of Providence, and accordingly it pleas'd God to interpose. There was indeed an occasion Here for a miraculous Interposition of Providence, and accordingly it pleased God to interpose. a-acp vbds av dt n1 av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc av-vvg pn31 vvn np1 pc-acp vvi. (13) sermon (DIV1) 543 Page 11
2650 For because those, whom our Lord sent to preach his Gospel, were unable to speak the Languages of the several Nations, to which they were sent, For Because those, whom our Lord sent to preach his Gospel, were unable to speak the Languages of the several nations, to which they were sent, p-acp c-acp d, ro-crq po12 n1 vvd pc-acp vvi po31 n1, vbdr j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 543 Page 11
2651 and considering farther the strong Prejudices that the World lay under against this (to them) new Religion, God therefore bestow'd upon them the Gift of speaking whatsoever Languages should be necessary for propagating the Crhistian Doctrine, and considering farther the strong Prejudices that the World lay under against this (to them) new Religion, God Therefore bestowed upon them the Gift of speaking whatsoever Languages should be necessary for propagating the Christian Doctrine, cc vvg av-jc dt j n2 cst dt n1 vvd p-acp p-acp d (p-acp pno32) j n1, np1 av vvn p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f vvg r-crq n2 vmd vbi j p-acp j-vvg dt j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 543 Page 11
2652 and also a power of working other Miracles, to excite and move their Auditors, first to gain their Attention, and also a power of working other Miracles, to excite and move their Auditors, First to gain their Attention, cc av dt n1 pp-f vvg j-jn n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 n2, ord pc-acp vvi po32 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 543 Page 11
2653 and then to convince their Judgments; and then to convince their Judgments; cc av pc-acp vvi po32 n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 543 Page 12
2654 which Powers continued in the Christian Church, as long as they were necessary, that is till the GOSPEL was considerably spread abroad, which Powers continued in the Christian Church, as long as they were necessary, that is till the GOSPEL was considerably spread abroad, r-crq n2 vvd p-acp dt njp n1, c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vbdr j, cst vbz p-acp dt n1 vbds av-j vvn av, (13) sermon (DIV1) 543 Page 12
2655 and able to support and propagate it self by more Natural Means. and able to support and propagate it self by more Natural Means. cc j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31 n1 p-acp av-dc j n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 543 Page 12
2656 Such indeed was the Fidelity and Industry of the Apostles and their immediate Successors, and so conformable were their Lives to the excellent Doctrine which they preach'd, that Christianity had incredible Success in those early times, insomuch that in about three hundred Years, it prevail'd against all the false Religions, which had been so long receiv'd, Such indeed was the Fidis and Industry of the Apostles and their immediate Successors, and so conformable were their Lives to the excellent Doctrine which they preached, that Christianity had incredible Success in those early times, insomuch that in about three hundred years, it prevailed against all the false Religions, which had been so long received, d av vbds dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 cc po32 j n2, cc av j vbdr po32 n2 p-acp dt j n1 r-crq pns32 vvd, cst np1 vhd j n1 p-acp d j n2, av cst p-acp p-acp crd crd n2, pn31 vvd p-acp d dt j n2, r-crq vhd vbn av av-j vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 544 Page 12
2657 and became the establish'd Religion of the Roman Empire. and became the established Religion of the Roman Empire. cc vvd dt vvd n1 pp-f dt njp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 544 Page 12
2658 This was the Course which Providence took for the dispersion of the Knowledge of our Saviour and his Religion throughout the World, which as it was the most Natural and most reasonable Means to that End, This was the Course which Providence took for the dispersion of the Knowledge of our Saviour and his Religion throughout the World, which as it was the most Natural and most reasonable Means to that End, d vbds dt n1 r-crq n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq c-acp pn31 vbds dt av-ds j cc av-ds j n2 p-acp d vvb, (13) sermon (DIV1) 545 Page 12
2659 so I can hardly doubt, but that if the Christians of the Ages following had continu'd to recommend their Profession by the Exemplariness of their Lives, so I can hardly doubt, but that if the Christians of the Ages following had continued to recommend their Profession by the Exemplariness of their Lives, av pns11 vmb av vvi, cc-acp cst cs dt np1 pp-f dt n2 vvg vhd vvd p-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 545 Page 12
2660 and had retain'd that Zeal which their Predecessors shewed for propagating it in the World, it had long before this been the establish'd Religion of Mankind. and had retained that Zeal which their Predecessors showed for propagating it in the World, it had long before this been the established Religion of Mankind. cc vhd vvn d n1 r-crq po32 n2 vvn p-acp j-vvg zz p-acp dt n1, pn31 vhd av-j p-acp d vbn dt vvd n1 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 545 Page 12
2661 So that if the Gospel be not publish'd to the World universally, it proceeds not from any defect in the Provision which God hath made to that purpose; So that if the Gospel be not published to the World universally, it proceeds not from any defect in the Provision which God hath made to that purpose; av cst cs dt n1 vbb xx vvn p-acp dt n1 av-j, pn31 vvz xx p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp d n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 545 Page 12
2662 but from the Fault of those to whom God had committed so great a Trust. Had Christian Princes been as zealous to promote the Religion of our Lord, but from the Fault of those to whom God had committed so great a Trust. Had Christian Princes been as zealous to promote the Religion of our Lord, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d p-acp ro-crq np1 vhd vvn av j dt n1 vhd np1 ng1 vbn a-acp j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 545 Page 13
2663 as to extend their Empire; (I mean not by Violence, but in Methods suitable to the Nature of this Religion;) had Christian Subjects been as eager to advance the Knowledge of our Maker and Redeemer in Foreign Parts, as to extend their Empire; (I mean not by Violence, but in Methods suitable to the Nature of this Religion;) had Christian Subject's been as eager to advance the Knowledge of our Maker and Redeemer in Foreign Parts, c-acp pc-acp vvi po32 n1; (pns11 vvb xx p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp n2 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1;) vhn njp n2-jn vbn a-acp j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 545 Page 13
2664 as they have been to settle Trade and Commerce there; as they have been to settle Trade and Commerce there; c-acp pns32 vhb vbn pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 a-acp; (13) sermon (DIV1) 545 Page 13
2665 had all of us, who call our selves Christians, shewed forth in Christian Tempers and Practices, the Virtues of Him that called us, and the Excellency of the Religion he hath taught us; had all of us, who call our selves Christians, showed forth in Christian Tempers and Practices, the Virtues of Him that called us, and the Excellency of the Religion he hath taught us; vhd d pp-f pno12, r-crq vvb po12 n2 np1, vvd av p-acp njp n2 cc n2, dt n2 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno12, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns31 vhz vvn pno12; (13) sermon (DIV1) 545 Page 13
2666 there would probably have been no Occasion for enquiring, as we now do, why the Gospel of our Lord is confin'd within so narrow Bounds. there would probably have been no Occasion for inquiring, as we now do, why the Gospel of our Lord is confined within so narrow Bounds. pc-acp vmd av-j vhi vbn dx n1 p-acp vvg, c-acp pns12 av vdi, q-crq dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz vvn p-acp av j n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 545 Page 13
2667 Fourthly, As I have just now mention'd the open and evident Cause's, of the Gospel being not farther propagated, Fourthly, As I have just now mentioned the open and evident Cause's, of the Gospel being not farther propagated, ord, c-acp pns11 vhb av av vvn dt j cc j ng1, pp-f dt n1 vbg xx av-jc vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 546 Page 13
2668 so there may be another more secret and hidden Reason, of God's permitting some Parts of the Earth to remain ignorant of the Christian Revelation. so there may be Another more secret and hidden Reason, of God's permitting Some Parts of the Earth to remain ignorant of the Christian Revelation. av pc-acp vmb vbi j-jn av-dc j-jn cc j-vvn n1, pp-f npg1 vvg d n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi j pp-f dt njp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 546 Page 13
2669 'Tis what we cannot be sure of, in all the Instances of this kind: It's what we cannot be sure of, in all the Instances of this kind: pn31|vbz q-crq pns12 vmbx vbi j pp-f, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f d n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 546 Page 13
2670 But 'tis what seems highly probable as to some of them, and what some Passages in Scripture seem to hint, viz. That God hath in Justice permitted this, either because, But it's what seems highly probable as to Some of them, and what Some Passages in Scripture seem to hint, viz. That God hath in justice permitted this, either Because, cc-acp pn31|vbz q-crq vvz av-j j c-acp p-acp d pp-f pno32, cc r-crq d n2 p-acp n1 vvi p-acp n1, n1 cst np1 vhz p-acp n1 vvn d, av-d c-acp, (13) sermon (DIV1) 546 Page 13
2671 when the Gospel was first preach'd to some Nations, they utterly rejected it; when the Gospel was First preached to Some nations, they utterly rejected it; c-crq dt n1 vbds ord vvn p-acp d n2, pns32 av-j vvd pn31; (13) sermon (DIV1) 546 Page 13
2672 or because he knew, what God only can know, that some Nations were so wholly indispos'd to receive it, that the Preaching of it to them would have had no other effect, or Because he knew, what God only can know, that Some nations were so wholly indisposed to receive it, that the Preaching of it to them would have had no other Effect, cc c-acp pns31 vvd, r-crq np1 av-j vmb vvi, cst d n2 vbdr av av-jn vvn pc-acp vvi pn31, cst dt vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp pno32 vmd vhi vhn dx j-jn n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 546 Page 13
2673 but to have aggravated their Condemnation. but to have aggravated their Condemnation. cc-acp pc-acp vhi vvn po32 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 546 Page 13
2674 We read that St. Paul and Silas, with Timothy, were forbidden of the Holy Ghost to preach the Word in Asia; We read that Saint Paul and Silas, with Timothy, were forbidden of the Holy Ghost to preach the Word in Asia; pns12 vvb d n1 np1 cc np1, p-acp np1, vbdr vvn pp-f dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 547 Page 14
2675 and again, When they essayed to go into Bithynia, the Spirit suffered them not; and again, When they essayed to go into Bythynia, the Spirit suffered them not; cc av, c-crq pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, dt n1 vvd pno32 xx; (13) sermon (DIV1) 547 Page 14
2676 and presently after, that a Man of Macedonia appear'd to Paul in a Vision, and prayed him, saying, Come over into Macedonia, and help us; upon which they immediately bent their Course that Way, assuredly gathering, that the Lord had call'd them to preach the Gospel unto them. and presently After, that a Man of Macedonia appeared to Paul in a Vision, and prayed him, saying, Come over into Macedonia, and help us; upon which they immediately bent their Course that Way, assuredly gathering, that the Lord had called them to preach the Gospel unto them. cc av-j a-acp, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvd pno31, vvg, vvb a-acp p-acp np1, cc vvb pno12; p-acp r-crq pns32 av-j vvd po32 n1 cst n1, av-vvn vvg, cst dt n1 vhd vvn pno32 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 547 Page 14
2677 Now although there might be, and probably were other Reasons, in these particular Instances, why they were diverted from Asia, and sent into Macedonia at that time; Now although there might be, and probably were other Reasons, in these particular Instances, why they were diverted from Asia, and sent into Macedonia At that time; av cs pc-acp vmd vbi, cc av-j vbdr j-jn n2, p-acp d j n2, c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp np1, cc vvn p-acp np1 p-acp d n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 547 Page 14
2678 yet hence it plainly appears, that the Divine Providence did particularly direct the first Preachers of the Gospel, where to publish it; yet hence it plainly appears, that the Divine Providence did particularly Direct the First Preachers of the Gospel, where to publish it; av av pn31 av-j vvz, cst dt j-jn n1 vdd av-j vvi dt ord n2 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31; (13) sermon (DIV1) 547 Page 14
2679 and this might sometimes be the Reason of such Direction, that in some Places they were better dispos'd to receive it, than in others; and this might sometime be the Reason of such Direction, that in Some Places they were better disposed to receive it, than in Others; cc d vmd av vbi dt n1 pp-f d n1, cst p-acp d n2 pns32 vbdr av-jc vvn pc-acp vvi pn31, cs p-acp n2-jn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 547 Page 14
2680 which may be confirm'd by another Passage, a little after in the same History. which may be confirmed by Another Passage, a little After in the same History. r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n1, dt j c-acp p-acp dt d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 547 Page 14
2681 It is said that at Corinth, the Lord exciting St. Paul by another Vision to preach the Gospel there, assign'd this as one Reason, For I have much People in this City, that is, many who would, It is said that At Corinth, the Lord exciting Saint Paul by Another Vision to preach the Gospel there, assigned this as one Reason, For I have much People in this city, that is, many who would, pn31 vbz vvn cst p-acp np1, dt n1 j n1 np1 p-acp j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 a-acp, vvn d p-acp crd n1, c-acp pns11 vhb d n1 p-acp d n1, cst vbz, d r-crq vmd, (13) sermon (DIV1) 547 Page 14
2682 and accordingly di• readily embrace the Christian Doctrine, and accordingly the Apostle continued there a Year and six Months, teaching the Word of God among them. and accordingly di• readily embrace the Christian Doctrine, and accordingly the Apostle continued there a Year and six Months, teaching the Word of God among them. cc av-vvg n1 av-j vvi dt njp n1, cc av-vvg av np1 vvd a-acp dt n1 cc crd n2, vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 547 Page 14
2683 And who knows, but that this may be the hidd•n Cause, why God permits some Nations to 〈 ◊ 〉 in darkness; And who knows, but that this may be the hidd•n Cause, why God permits Some nations to 〈 ◊ 〉 in darkness; cc r-crq vvz, cc-acp cst d vmb vbi dt j n1, c-crq np1 vvz d n2 pc-acp 〈 sy 〉 p-acp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 547 Page 14
2684 because, when they had an Op•rtunity of having the Gospel promulg'd amongst them, they obstinately rejected it; Because, when they had an Op•rtunity of having the Gospel promulged among them, they obstinately rejected it; c-acp, c-crq pns32 vhd dt n1 pp-f vhg dt n1 vvn p-acp pno32, pns32 av-j vvd pn31; (13) sermon (DIV1) 547 Page 14
2685 or it may be, because they have so universally and grosly sinn'd against the Light of Nature, despis'd the Dictates of Conscience, or it may be, Because they have so universally and grossly sinned against the Light of Nature, despised the Dictates of Conscience, cc pn31 vmb vbi, c-acp pns32 vhb av av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvn dt vvz pp-f n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 547 Page 15
2686 and degenerated into such vile and devilish Dispositions, that if the Gospel were preach'd amongst them, it would only serve to aggravate their Condemnation? and degenerated into such vile and devilish Dispositions, that if the Gospel were preached among them, it would only serve to aggravate their Condemnation? cc vvn p-acp d j cc j n2, cst cs dt n1 vbdr vvn p-acp pno32, pn31 vmd av-j vvi pc-acp vvi po32 n1? (13) sermon (DIV1) 547 Page 15
2687 This is very agreeable to the Directions, which our Lord gave his Apostles, when he sent them abroad to preach; This is very agreeable to the Directions, which our Lord gave his Apostles, when he sent them abroad to preach; d vbz av j p-acp dt n2, r-crq po12 n1 vvd po31 n2, c-crq pns31 vvd pno32 av pc-acp vvi; (13) sermon (DIV1) 548 Page 15
2688 Into whatsoever City or Town ye shall enter, enquire, Who in it is worthy. Into whatsoever city or Town you shall enter, inquire, Who in it is worthy. p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 pn22 vmb vvi, vvi, r-crq p-acp pn31 vbz j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 548 Page 15
2689 And again, Whosoever shall not receive you, nor hear your Words, when ye depart out of that House or City, shake off the Dust of your Feet, namely, as a Testimony against them, that they had the offer of the Gospel, And again, Whosoever shall not receive you, nor hear your Words, when you depart out of that House or city, shake off the Dust of your Feet, namely, as a Testimony against them, that they had the offer of the Gospel, cc av, r-crq vmb xx vvi pn22, ccx vvb po22 n2, c-crq pn22 vvb av pp-f d n1 cc n1, vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, av, p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vhd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 548 Page 15
2690 but were so wicked as to reject it. but were so wicked as to reject it. cc-acp vbdr av j c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 548 Page 15
2691 Tis consonant also to our Saviour's Declaration, that Whosoever hath, to him shall be given, and he shall have abundance: This consonant also to our Saviour's Declaration, that Whosoever hath, to him shall be given, and he shall have abundance: pn31|vbz j av p-acp po12 ng1 n1, cst r-crq vhz, p-acp pno31 vmb vbi vvn, cc pns31 vmb vhi n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 548 Page 15
2692 And from him that hath not, shall be taken away, even that which he hath; And from him that hath not, shall be taken away, even that which he hath; cc p-acp pno31 cst vhz xx, vmb vbi vvn av, av cst r-crq pns31 vhz; (13) sermon (DIV1) 548 Page 15
2693 which is the Reason he assigns, Why he spake to the multitude in Parables, whilst he reveal'd to his Disciples the Mysteries of the Kingdom of Heaven, adding, Therefore speak I to them in Parables; because they seeing, see not; which is the Reason he assigns, Why he spoke to the multitude in Parables, while he revealed to his Disciples the Mysteres of the Kingdom of Heaven, adding, Therefore speak I to them in Parables; Because they seeing, see not; r-crq vbz dt n1 pns31 vvz, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2, cs pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n2 dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg, av vvb pns11 p-acp pno32 p-acp n2; c-acp pns32 vvg, vvb xx; (13) sermon (DIV1) 548 Page 15
2694 and hearing they hear not, neither do they understand, &c. and hearing they hear not, neither do they understand, etc. cc vvg pns32 vvb xx, av-dx vdb pns32 vvb, av (13) sermon (DIV1) 548 Page 15
2695 'Tis certain, that this may be assign'd as a Reason, why the Light of the Gospel is departed from, It's certain, that this may be assigned as a Reason, why the Light of the Gospel is departed from, pn31|vbz j, cst d vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, q-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp, (13) sermon (DIV1) 549 Page 15
2696 or at least very much obscured in diverse Places, where it once shone very bright, namely, that it was not duly improv'd by those whom it enlightned. or At least very much obscured in diverse Places, where it once shone very bright, namely, that it was not duly improved by those whom it enlightened. cc p-acp ds av av-d vvn p-acp j n2, c-crq pn31 a-acp vvd av j, av, cst pn31 vbds xx av-jn vvn p-acp d r-crq pn31 vvd. (13) sermon (DIV1) 549 Page 15
2697 We know how our Lord threaten'd the Church of Ephesus, for leaving her first Love. Remember therefore, saith he, from whence thou art fallen, We know how our Lord threatened the Church of Ephesus, for leaving her First Love. remember Therefore, Says he, from whence thou art fallen, pns12 vvb c-crq po12 n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg po31 ord n1. np1 av, vvz pns31, p-acp c-crq pns21 vb2r vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 549 Page 15
2698 and repent, and do the first Works; and Repent, and do the First Works; cc vvi, cc vdb dt ord vvz; (13) sermon (DIV1) 549 Page 16
2699 or else I will come unto thee quickly, and will remove thy Candlestick out of his Place, or Else I will come unto thee quickly, and will remove thy Candlestick out of his Place, cc av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno21 av-j, cc vmb vvi po21 n1 av pp-f po31 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 549 Page 16
2700 except thou repent, which Threatning has been long since remarkably fulfill'd, in the prevailing of Mahometanism in those Parts; except thou Repent, which Threatening has been long since remarkably fulfilled, in the prevailing of Mahometanism in those Parts; c-acp pns21 vvb, r-crq vvg vhz vbn av-j c-acp av-j vvn, p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp d n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 549 Page 16
2701 and if GOD hath not dealt as severely with others, who may have deserv'd it as much, his Goodness should not make them presume; but lead them to Repentance. and if GOD hath not dealt as severely with Others, who may have deserved it as much, his goodness should not make them presume; but led them to Repentance. cc cs np1 vhz xx vvn a-acp av-j p-acp n2-jn, r-crq vmb vhi vvn pn31 p-acp d, po31 n1 vmd xx vvi pno32 vvi; cc-acp vvb pno32 p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 549 Page 16
2702 Fifthly, I have yet farther this weighty Consideration to offer in this Case, viz. That the Efficacy of our Saviour's Undertaking for Men, doth certainly extend much farther than the actual Knowledge of him doth. Fifthly, I have yet farther this weighty Consideration to offer in this Case, viz. That the Efficacy of our Saviour's Undertaking for Men, does Certainly extend much farther than the actual Knowledge of him does. ord, pns11 vhb av av-jc d j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, n1 cst dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 vvg p-acp n2, vdz av-j vvi d av-jc cs dt j n1 pp-f pno31 vdz. (13) sermon (DIV1) 550 Page 16
2703 This must be suppos'd as to Infants, at least such as are enter'd into the Christian Covenant by Baptism, that they are capable of Salvation by Jesus Christ, without actually knowing and believing in him. This must be supposed as to Infants, At least such as Are entered into the Christian Covenant by Baptism, that they Are capable of Salvation by jesus christ, without actually knowing and believing in him. d vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n2, p-acp ds d c-acp vbr vvn p-acp dt njp n1 p-acp n1, cst pns32 vbr j pp-f n1 p-acp np1 np1, p-acp av-j vvg cc vvg p-acp pno31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 551 Page 16
2704 This must again be allow'd, as to all the good Patriarchs, and other pious Men amongst the Jews, who although they did believe and hope in God, This must again be allowed, as to all the good Patriarchs, and other pious Men among the jews, who although they did believe and hope in God, d vmb av vbi vvn, c-acp p-acp d dt j n2, cc j-jn j n2 p-acp dt np2, r-crq cs pns32 vdd vvi cc vvi p-acp np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 551 Page 16
2705 for the fulfilling of the great Promise of a Messiah to come, yet did not see that Promise fulfill'd, for the fulfilling of the great Promise of a Messiah to come, yet did not see that Promise fulfilled, p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt np1 pc-acp vvi, av vdd xx vvi cst vvb vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 551 Page 16
2706 nor could actually know and believe in him, as we do. nor could actually know and believe in him, as we do. ccx vmd av-j vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31, c-acp pns12 vdb. (13) sermon (DIV1) 551 Page 16
2707 Such in truth was the Goodness of God to Mankind, as to testifie his Compassion towards them immediately after the Fall, by the Promise then made of the Woman's Seed, that is, of the Messiah, which Promise as it was renew'd upon all occasions, Such in truth was the goodness of God to Mankind, as to testify his Compassion towards them immediately After the Fallen, by the Promise then made of the Woman's Seed, that is, of the Messiah, which Promise as it was renewed upon all occasions, d p-acp n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32 av-j p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 av vvn pp-f dt ng1 n1, cst vbz, pp-f dt np1, r-crq vvb c-acp pn31 vbds vvn p-acp d n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 552 Page 16
2708 so as an Effect of his Interposition, were confer'd all the Benefits which Mankind receiv'd from God, so as an Effect of his Interposition, were conferred all the Benefits which Mankind received from God, av c-acp dt vvb pp-f po31 n1, vbdr vvn d dt n2 r-crq n1 vvd p-acp np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 552 Page 17
2709 after the sin of our first Parents. It was upon his account that they were respited from present Death; After the since of our First Parents. It was upon his account that they were respited from present Death; p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 ord n2. pn31 vbds p-acp po31 n1 cst pns32 vbdr vvd p-acp j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 552 Page 17
2710 and that their Posterity have been blest with all those Favours, Temporal and Spiritual, which they have enjoy'd from that time to this; and that their Posterity have been blessed with all those Favours, Temporal and Spiritual, which they have enjoyed from that time to this; cc cst po32 n1 vhb vbn vvn p-acp d d n2, j cc j, r-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp d; (13) sermon (DIV1) 552 Page 17
2711 insomuch that the Efficacy of our Lord's Undertaking is to bear date from the first Promise of it; insomuch that the Efficacy of our Lord's Undertaking is to bear date from the First Promise of it; av cst dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 vvg vbz pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f pn31; (13) sermon (DIV1) 552 Page 17
2712 nay, from the Purpose and Intention of God before his actual Promise. But more particularly yet; nay, from the Purpose and Intention of God before his actual Promise. But more particularly yet; uh-x, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 j n1. cc-acp av-dc av-jn av; (13) sermon (DIV1) 552 Page 17
2713 Sixthly, The Holy Scriptures do every where represent our Saviour, as having made Expiation for the sins of all Mankind, without Exception, Sixthly, The Holy Scriptures do every where represent our Saviour, as having made Expiation for the Sins of all Mankind, without Exception, j, dt j n2 vdb d c-crq vvi po12 n1, c-acp vhg vvn n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, p-acp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 553 Page 17
2714 as well those who were born before his appearing, as since; as well those who were born before his appearing, as since; c-acp av d r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp po31 vvg, c-acp a-acp; (13) sermon (DIV1) 553 Page 17
2715 and those who live in the remotest and darkest Corners of the Earth, as those to whom the Gospel is publish'd. and those who live in the Remotest and Darkest Corners of the Earth, as those to whom the Gospel is published. cc d r-crq vvb p-acp dt js cc js n2 pp-f dt n1, c-acp d p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbz vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 553 Page 17
2716 He is the Propitiation for our sins, saith St. John; and not for ours only; but also for the sins of the whole World. He is the Propitiation for our Sins, Says Saint John; and not for ours only; but also for the Sins of the Whole World. pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, vvz n1 np1; cc xx c-acp png12 av-j; cc-acp av c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 554 Page 17
2717 There is, saith St. Paul, one Mediator between God and Men, who gave himself a Ransom for all, to be testified in due time. There is, Says Saint Paul, one Mediator between God and Men, who gave himself a Ransom for all, to be testified in due time. pc-acp vbz, vvz n1 np1, crd n1 p-acp np1 cc n2, r-crq vvd px31 dt n1 p-acp d, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 554 Page 17
2718 And the same Apostle in a set Discourse, expresly makes the Benefit of Christ's Death, in the design of it, to extend as far as the sin of Adam had done. And the same Apostle in a Set Discourse, expressly makes the Benefit of Christ's Death, in the Design of it, to extend as Far as the since of Adam had done. cc dt d n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1, av-j vvz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, pc-acp vvi c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd vdn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 554 Page 17
2719 The Author to the Hebrews affirms, that our Saviour took our Nature upon him, that he by the Grace of God might taste death for every Man. And the same inspir'd Writer is very express in declaring, that the Sacrifice of the Death of Christ did in its Merit and Virtue reach backward to the begining of the World, The Author to the Hebrews affirms, that our Saviour took our Nature upon him, that he by the Grace of God might taste death for every Man. And the same inspired Writer is very express in declaring, that the Sacrifice of the Death of christ did in its Merit and Virtue reach backward to the beginning of the World, dt n1 p-acp dt np1 vvz, cst po12 n1 vvd po12 n1 p-acp pno31, cst pns31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi n1 p-acp d n1 cc dt d vvn n1 vbz av j p-acp vvg, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vdd p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 vvi av-j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 554 Page 17
2720 as well as forward to the end of it. as well as forward to the end of it. c-acp av c-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 554 Page 17
2721 N•t, says he, that he should offer himself often, as the High Priest entereth into the Holy Place every Year with the Blood of others; N•t, Says he, that he should offer himself often, as the High Priest entereth into the Holy Place every Year with the Blood of Others; vvd, vvz pns31, cst pns31 vmd vvi px31 av, p-acp dt j n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 554 Page 18
2722 for then must he often have suffered since the Foundation of the World: for then must he often have suffered since the Foundation of the World: c-acp av vmb pns31 av vhi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 554 Page 18
2723 but now once in the end of the World hath he appear'd, to put away sin, by the Sacrifice of himself; but now once in the end of the World hath he appeared, to put away since, by the Sacrifice of himself; cc-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhz pns31 vvn, pc-acp vvi av n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f px31; (13) sermon (DIV1) 554 Page 18
2724 whereby is plainly intimated, that this one Sacrifice had its Effect from the foundation of the World. whereby is plainly intimated, that this one Sacrifice had its Effect from the Foundation of the World. c-crq vbz av-j vvn, cst d crd n1 vhd po31 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 554 Page 18
2725 If it be ask'd, wherein the effect of this Appears so extensive, I answer by my next Proposition, viz. If it be asked, wherein the Effect of this Appears so extensive, I answer by my next Proposition, viz. cs pn31 vbb vvd, c-crq dt n1 pp-f d vvz av j, pns11 vvb p-acp po11 ord n1, n1 (13) sermon (DIV1) 554 Page 18
2726 Seventhly, That by means hereof God was so far reconcil'd to Men, as to give Place for Repentance, Seventhly, That by means hereof God was so Far reconciled to Men, as to give Place for Repentance, crd, cst p-acp n2 av np1 vbds av av-j vvn p-acp n2, c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 555 Page 18
2727 and to accept of it, wheresover it was sincere. and to accept of it, Wherever it was sincere. cc pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31, vvb pn31 vbds j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 555 Page 18
2728 In the first Covenant made with Adam, there was no Allowance made of Repentance after Transgression: In the First Covenant made with Adam, there was no Allowance made of Repentance After Transgression: p-acp dt ord n1 vvd p-acp np1, a-acp vbds dx n1 vvn pp-f n1 p-acp n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 556 Page 18
2729 but upon the Interposition of our Redeemer, and in Virtue of that Expiation, which he was to make, but upon the Interposition of our Redeemer, and in Virtue of that Expiation, which he was to make, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 556 Page 18
2730 when he should come into the World, sinners were allowed and encouraged to repent and turn to God, in hopes of obtaining his Favor. when he should come into the World, Sinners were allowed and encouraged to Repent and turn to God, in hope's of obtaining his Favour. c-crq pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, n2 vbdr vvn cc vvd pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp np1, p-acp n2 pp-f vvg po31 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 556 Page 18
2731 The very respiting our first Parents from the execution of the Sentence denounced, was an intimation that Repentance would be acceptable to God; The very respiting our First Parents from the execution of the Sentence denounced, was an intimation that Repentance would be acceptable to God; dt j j po12 ord n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn, vbds dt n1 cst n1 vmd vbi j p-acp np1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 556 Page 18
2732 the Promise made soon after the Fall was a Confirmation of the same thing. God's commanding and encouraging Sacrifices still farther encouraged Repentance. the Promise made soon After the Fallen was a Confirmation of the same thing. God's commanding and encouraging Sacrifices still farther encouraged Repentance. dt n1 vvd av p-acp dt n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt d n1. npg1 vvg cc vvg n2 av jc vvn n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 556 Page 18
2733 The Question which God put to Cain, If thou dost well, shalt thou not be accepted? plainly signified his pleasure in this Case. The Question which God put to Cain, If thou dost well, shalt thou not be accepted? plainly signified his pleasure in this Case. dt n1 r-crq np1 vvd p-acp np1, cs pns21 vd2 av, vm2 pns21 xx vbi vvn? av-j vvd po31 n1 p-acp d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 556 Page 18
2734 The Goodness of God continually exercis'd towards all Mankind in so many Instances, naturally tended to lead them to Repentance A•• along throughout the Old Testament, both in Moses and the Prophets, Repentance is inclucated and encouraged. The goodness of God continually exercised towards all Mankind in so many Instances, naturally tended to led them to Repentance A•• along throughout the Old Testament, both in Moses and the prophets, Repentance is inclucated and encouraged. dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp av d n2, av-j vvd pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1 np1 a-acp p-acp dt j n1, av-d p-acp np1 cc dt n2, n1 vbz j cc vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 556 Page 19
2735 That peremptory Declaration and Oath of God, tho' made to the House of Israel, yet is in very general Terms, That peremptory Declaration and Oath of God, though made to the House of Israel, yet is in very general Terms, cst j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cs vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av vbz p-acp av j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 556 Page 19
2736 and such as seem to concern all Mankind; and such as seem to concern all Mankind; cc d c-acp vvb pc-acp vvi d n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 556 Page 19
2737 As I live, saith the Lord God, I have no pleasure in the Death of the Wicked; As I live, Says the Lord God, I have no pleasure in the Death of the Wicked; c-acp pns11 vvb, vvz dt n1 np1, pns11 vhb dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 556 Page 19
2738 but that the Wicked turn from his way and live; with much more to the same purpose, in the following Verses. but that the Wicked turn from his Way and live; with much more to the same purpose, in the following Verses. cc-acp cst dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc vvi; p-acp av-d dc p-acp dt d n1, p-acp dt vvg n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 556 Page 19
2739 In the Prophet Jonah, we find that Nineveh, a Pagan City, was spar'd upon the Humiliation of its Inhabitants. In the Prophet Jonah, we find that Nineveh, a Pagan city, was spared upon the Humiliation of its Inhabitants. p-acp dt n1 np1, pns12 vvb d np1, dt j-jn n1, vbds vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 556 Page 19
2740 When our blessed Saviour came to declare the Will of God more fully, it was in these Terms, That Repentance and Remission of sins should be preach'd in his Name, amongst all Nations, begining at Jerusalem. When our blessed Saviour Come to declare the Will of God more Fully, it was in these Terms, That Repentance and Remission of Sins should be preached in his Name, among all nations, beginning At Jerusalem. c-crq po12 j-vvn n1 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 av-dc av-j, pn31 vbds p-acp d n2, cst n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d n2, n1 p-acp np1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 556 Page 19
2741 And altho' this Doctrine is preached only to those, to whom the Oracles of God are publish'd; And although this Doctrine is preached only to those, to whom the Oracles of God Are published; cc cs d n1 vbz vvn av-j p-acp d, p-acp ro-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 556 Page 19
2742 yet we cannot from thence fairly conclude, that if in any other part of the World there be found any true Penitents, their Repentance shall not be accepted of God, yet we cannot from thence fairly conclude, that if in any other part of the World there be found any true Penitents, their Repentance shall not be accepted of God, av pns12 vmbx p-acp av av-j vvi, cst cs p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn d j n2-jn, po32 n1 vmb xx vbi vvn pp-f np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 556 Page 19
2743 because they were not expresly told so beforehand. Because they were not expressly told so beforehand. c-acp pns32 vbdr xx av-j vvn av av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 556 Page 19
2744 On the contrary, as the Consideration of the Divine Goodness will dispose us to hope the best, On the contrary, as the Consideration of the Divine goodness will dispose us to hope the best, p-acp dt n-jn, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi dt js, (13) sermon (DIV1) 556 Page 19
2745 so there are diverse Hints in the Oracles of God themselves, which may incline us to take the favourable side in this Controversie. so there Are diverse Hints in the Oracles of God themselves, which may incline us to take the favourable side in this Controversy. av a-acp vbr j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 px32, r-crq vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 556 Page 19
2746 St. Peter seems to have done so, when upon observing how God had accepted the Prayers and the Alms of Cornelius, he own'd himself convinc'd of a Mistake which he lay under before, crying out, Of a truth I perceive, that God is no Respecter of Persons; Saint Peter seems to have done so, when upon observing how God had accepted the Prayers and the Alms of Cornelius, he owned himself convinced of a Mistake which he lay under before, crying out, Of a truth I perceive, that God is no Respecter of Persons; n1 np1 vvz pc-acp vhi vdn av, c-crq p-acp vvg c-crq np1 vhd vvn dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f np1, pns31 j-vvn px31 vvd pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp a-acp, vvg av, pp-f dt n1 pns11 vvb, cst np1 vbz dx n1 pp-f n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 556 Page 19
2747 but in every Nation, he that feareth God and worketh Righteousness is accepted with him. but in every nation, he that fears God and works Righteousness is accepted with him. cc-acp p-acp d n1, pns31 cst vvz np1 cc vvz n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 556 Page 19
2748 'Tis true, sometimes Faith is made the Condition of Acceptance with God, as well as Repentance, particularly in our Text, it is expresly made the Condition of Salvation: It's true, sometime Faith is made the Condition of Acceptance with God, as well as Repentance, particularly in our Text, it is expressly made the Condition of Salvation: pn31|vbz j, av n1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, c-acp av c-acp n1, av-j p-acp po12 n1, pn31 vbz av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 557 Page 20
2749 but then if by Faith be to be understood an express believing in Jesus Christ, it must be restrain'd to them to whom he is preach'd. but then if by Faith be to be understood an express believing in jesus christ, it must be restrained to them to whom he is preached. cc-acp av cs p-acp n1 vbb pc-acp vbi vvn dt j vvg p-acp np1 np1, pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32 pc-acp ro-crq pns31 vbz vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 557 Page 20
2750 For, as I observ'd before, the Patriarchs, and other good Men of the Jewish Nation, were accepted upon their Faith, believing the Promises of God, For, as I observed before, the Patriarchs, and other good Men of the Jewish nation, were accepted upon their Faith, believing the Promises of God, p-acp, c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp, dt n2, cc j-jn j n2 pp-f dt jp n1, vbdr vvn p-acp po32 n1, vvg dt vvz pp-f np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 557 Page 20
2751 and obeying his Commands, before the coming of our Lord, and when they had very obscure Notions concerning him. and obeying his Commands, before the coming of our Lord, and when they had very Obscure Notions Concerning him. cc vvg po31 vvz, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n1, cc c-crq pns32 vhd av j n2 vvg pno31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 557 Page 20
2752 And the Apostle to the Hebrews, in his excellent Discourse of Faith, even that Faith which is acceptable to God, defines it in general, a believing that God is, And the Apostle to the Hebrews, in his excellent Discourse of Faith, even that Faith which is acceptable to God, defines it in general, a believing that God is, cc dt n1 p-acp dt np2, p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f n1, av cst n1 r-crq vbz j p-acp np1, vvz pn31 p-acp n1, dt vvg cst np1 vbz, (13) sermon (DIV1) 557 Page 20
2753 and that he is a Rewarder of them that diligently seek him. and that he is a Rewarder of them that diligently seek him. cc cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst av-j vvi pno31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 557 Page 20
2754 Which indeed will include believing in God, as a Rewarder of them that seek him through Jesus Christ, where the Gospel is publish'd: Which indeed will include believing in God, as a Rewarder of them that seek him through jesus christ, where the Gospel is published: r-crq av vmb vvi vvg p-acp np1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst vvb pno31 p-acp np1 np1, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn: (13) sermon (DIV1) 557 Page 20
2755 But it seems evidently to imply also, that God will accept such a degree of Faith in him, But it seems evidently to imply also, that God will accept such a degree of Faith in him, cc-acp pn31 vvz av-j pc-acp vvi av, cst np1 vmb vvi d dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 557 Page 20
2756 as is suitable to the Revelation he hath made of himself, be it more or less. as is suitable to the Revelation he hath made of himself, be it more or less. c-acp vbz j p-acp dt n1 pns31 vhz vvn pp-f px31, vbb pn31 av-dc cc av-dc. (13) sermon (DIV1) 557 Page 20
2757 What else can we think of such a Man as Job for Instance, concerning whom it is said, that he was perfect and upright, one that feared God and eschewed Evil? Who yet was not of that Family, which God had chosen to be his peculiar People, What Else can we think of such a Man as Job for Instance, Concerning whom it is said, that he was perfect and upright, one that feared God and Eschewed Evil? Who yet was not of that Family, which God had chosen to be his peculiar People, q-crq av vmb pns12 vvi pp-f d dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1, vvg r-crq pn31 vbz vvn, cst pns31 vbds j cc av-j, pi cst vvd np1 cc vvn j-jn? r-crq av vbds xx pp-f d n1, r-crq np1 vhd vvn pc-acp vbi po31 j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 557 Page 20
2758 and to bless with his more particular Revelations; and to bless with his more particular Revelations; cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 av-dc j n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 557 Page 20
2759 but an Arabian. What shall we again think of Abimelech, a Philistian King, in whom was likewise found the Fear of God, to that degree, that upon his Admonition, he readily eschewed that Evil which he was before in danger of, though unwittingly, but an Arabian. What shall we again think of Abimelech, a Philistian King, in whom was likewise found the fear of God, to that degree, that upon his Admonition, he readily Eschewed that Evil which he was before in danger of, though unwittingly, cc-acp dt jp. q-crq vmb pns12 av vvb pp-f np1, dt j n1, p-acp ro-crq vbds av vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d n1, cst p-acp po31 n1, pns31 av-j vvn cst j-jn r-crq pns31 vbds a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f, c-acp av-j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 557 Page 20
2760 and in the integrity of his Heart? And altho' I dare not profess my self assur'd of the State of Socrates, or Epictetus; yet I cannot but be strongly inclin'd to hope, that the Expiation of our Redeemer may have render'd their Repentance and Obedience in a good degree acceptable to God. and in the integrity of his Heart? And although I Dare not profess my self assured of the State of Socrates, or Epictetus; yet I cannot but be strongly inclined to hope, that the Expiation of our Redeemer may have rendered their Repentance and obedience in a good degree acceptable to God. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? cc cs pns11 vvb xx vvi po11 n1 vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc np1; av pns11 vmbx p-acp vbi av-j vvn pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vmb vhi vvn po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1 j p-acp np1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 557 Page 21
2761 And God only knows, how many more penitent and sincere Souls may be found, in the dark Corners of the Earth. And God only knows, how many more penitent and sincere Souls may be found, in the dark Corners of the Earth. cc np1 av-j vvz, c-crq d dc j-jn cc j n2 vmb vbi vvn, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 557 Page 21
2762 It may be, for ought we know, in this Case, as in that of Elijah, who imagin'd himself left alone, when God knew of no less than seven thousand in Israel, who had not bowed the Knee to Baal. But yet farther, It may be, for ought we know, in this Case, as in that of Elijah, who imagined himself left alone, when God knew of no less than seven thousand in Israel, who had not bowed the Knee to Baal. But yet farther, pn31 vmb vbi, c-acp pi pns12 vvi, p-acp d n1, c-acp p-acp d pp-f np1, r-crq vvd px31 vvn av-j, c-crq np1 vvd pp-f dx dc cs crd crd p-acp np1, r-crq vhd xx vvn dt n1 p-acp np1. p-acp av av-jc, (13) sermon (DIV1) 557 Page 21
2763 Eighthly, Another Effect of the Expiation made by our Redeemer, may have been, for ought any Man can know to the contrary, the secret Operation and Influence of the Divine Spirit, enlightning and moving the Minds of Men, in all parts of the World. Eighthly, another Effect of the Expiation made by our Redeemer, may have been, for ought any Man can know to the contrary, the secret Operation and Influence of the Divine Spirit, enlightening and moving the Minds of Men, in all parts of the World. j, j-jn vvb pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp po12 n1, vmb vhi vbn, c-acp vmd d n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n-jn, dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, n1 cc vvg dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 558 Page 21
2764 Tis acknowledgd, that no Man can either repent, or believe in God, or obey him acceptably, without the Assistance of the good Spirit; This acknowledged, that no Man can either Repent, or believe in God, or obey him acceptably, without the Assistance of the good Spirit; pn31|vbz vvd, cst dx n1 vmb av-d vvi, cc vvi p-acp np1, cc vvi pno31 av-j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 559 Page 21
2765 'tis confess'd also that this Assistance is expresly promis'd only through Jesus Christ: it's confessed also that this Assistance is expressly promised only through jesus christ: pn31|vbz vvn av cst d n1 vbz av-j vvn av-j p-acp np1 np1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 559 Page 21
2766 but I should be very loth to affirm, that it was never imparted to any, who were not actually instructed in the Christian Doctrine There can be no doubt, with Respect to the Patriarchs, who were the Friends and Favorites of God, but I should be very loath to affirm, that it was never imparted to any, who were not actually instructed in the Christian Doctrine There can be no doubt, with Respect to the Patriarchs, who were the Friends and Favorites of God, cc-acp pns11 vmd vbi av j pc-acp vvi, cst pn31 vbds av-x vvn p-acp d, r-crq vbdr xx av-j vvn p-acp dt njp n1 a-acp vmb vbi dx n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2, r-crq vbdr dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 559 Page 21
2767 and by their Faith and Piety demonstrated, that they were enlighten'd and mov'd by his Spirit. and by their Faith and Piety demonstrated, that they were enlightened and moved by his Spirit. cc p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 vvn, cst pns32 vbdr vvd cc vvn p-acp po31 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 559 Page 21
2768 The Law of Moses did not expresly promise the Assistance of the Spirit; The Law of Moses did not expressly promise the Assistance of the Spirit; dt n1 pp-f np1 vdd xx av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 559 Page 21
2769 and yet there is no Question, but that pious and good Men among the Jews did partake of it. and yet there is no Question, but that pious and good Men among the jews did partake of it. cc av pc-acp vbz dx n1, cc-acp cst j cc j n2 p-acp dt np2 vdd vvi pp-f pn31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 559 Page 22
2770 And shall we confine it to them only? No! I would rather hope that Job and Abimelech before mention'd, And shall we confine it to them only? No! I would rather hope that Job and Abimelech before mentioned, cc vmb pns12 vvi pn31 p-acp pno32 av-j? uh-dx pns11 vmd av-c vvi d n1 cc np1 a-acp vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 559 Page 22
2771 nay, that Socrates and Epictetus also, in their Measure, partook of the same; nay, that Socrates and Epictetus also, in their Measure, partook of the same; uh-x, cst npg1 cc np1 av, p-acp po32 n1, vvd pp-f dt d; (13) sermon (DIV1) 559 Page 22
2772 the Fruits of that Divine Spirit methinks very evidently appear in many of their Expressions and Actions. the Fruits of that Divine Spirit methinks very evidently appear in many of their Expressions and Actions. dt n2 pp-f d j-jn n1 vvz av av-j vvi p-acp d pp-f po32 n2 cc n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 559 Page 22
2773 Diverse Pagans, as I observed in a former Lecture, have been sensible of this Truth, Diverse Pagans, as I observed in a former Lecture, have been sensible of this Truth, j n2-jn, c-acp pns11 vvd p-acp dt j n1, vhb vbn j pp-f d n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 559 Page 22
2774 and openly avow'd that the Inspiration of God was necessary to Virtue, and accordingly believ'd that such as were truly Virtuous amongst themselves, were so by the assistance of the Divine Spirit. and openly avowed that the Inspiration of God was necessary to Virtue, and accordingly believed that such as were truly Virtuous among themselves, were so by the assistance of the Divine Spirit. cc av-j vvn cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds j p-acp n1, cc av-vvg vvd d d c-acp vbdr av-j j p-acp px32, vbdr av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 559 Page 22
2775 And it seems highly worthy of God, to believe thus; at least not to believe otherwise. And it seems highly worthy of God, to believe thus; At least not to believe otherwise. cc pn31 vvz av-j j pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi av; p-acp ds xx pc-acp vvi av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 559 Page 22
2776 And indeed if we reflect upon the Notion, which was current amongst the best and most ancient Christian Writers, And indeed if we reflect upon the Notion, which was current among the best and most ancient Christian Writers, cc av cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbds j p-acp dt js cc av-ds j njp n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 560 Page 22
2777 and which the Holy Scriptures seem to have led them into, concerning the Dispensation of God towards Mankind by our Redeener, we shall the more easily be dispos'd to be of this Judgment. and which the Holy Scriptures seem to have led them into, Concerning the Dispensation of God towards Mankind by our Redeener, we shall the more Easily be disposed to be of this Judgement. cc r-crq dt j n2 vvb pc-acp vhi vvn pno32 p-acp, vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp po12 jc-jn, pns12 vmb dt av-dc av-j vbi vvn pc-acp vbi pp-f d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 560 Page 22
2778 For they look'd upon our Saviour, as not only designing, but beginning his Transactions for the good of Men, from the time of their first Creation; For they looked upon our Saviour, as not only designing, but beginning his Transactions for the good of Men, from the time of their First Creation; p-acp pns32 vvd p-acp po12 n1, c-acp xx av-j vvg, cc-acp vvg po31 n2 p-acp dt j pp-f n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 ord n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 560 Page 22
2779 and for the Recovery of Sinners, from the time of their Fall. and for the Recovery of Sinners, from the time of their Fallen. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 560 Page 22
2780 They believ'd that diverse of the Appearances, mention'd in the Old Testament, were really of the Son of God, in Angelical Form, anticipating thereby and prefiguring his Appearance at last in Humane Nature. They believed that diverse of the Appearances, mentioned in the Old Testament, were really of the Son of God, in Angelical From, anticipating thereby and prefiguring his Appearance At last in Humane Nature. pns32 vvd cst j pp-f dt n2, vvn p-acp dt j n1, vbdr av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp j n1, vvg av cc vvg po31 n1 p-acp ord p-acp j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 560 Page 22
2781 They believed that it was He, who conducted the Israelites from Egypt into Canaan; that it was He, who was in the Tabernacle, They believed that it was He, who conducted the Israelites from Egypt into Canaan; that it was He, who was in the Tabernacle, pns32 vvd cst pn31 vbds pns31, r-crq vvd dt np1 p-acp np1 p-acp np1; cst pn31 vbds pns31, r-crq vbds p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 560 Page 23
2782 and in the Temple, in the midst of the Cloud, towards whom therefore the Jews paid their solemn Adorations. and in the Temple, in the midst of the Cloud, towards whom Therefore the jews paid their solemn Adorations. cc p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp ro-crq av dt np2 vvd po32 j n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 560 Page 23
2783 And for the like Reason they believ'd, that it was He, who inspir'd all the great and good Men, that were eminent for Piety and Virtue, either among the Jews, or in any other Nations. And for the like Reason they believed, that it was He, who inspired all the great and good Men, that were eminent for Piety and Virtue, either among the jews, or in any other nations. cc p-acp dt j n1 pns32 vvd, cst pn31 vbds pns31, r-crq vvn d dt j cc j n2, cst vbdr j p-acp n1 cc n1, av-d p-acp dt np2, cc p-acp d j-jn n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 560 Page 23
2784 In a word, they understood St John to mean as much, where he says, That was the true Light, which enlighteneth every Man that cometh into the World, not only by imparting the Powers of Understanding and Reason to them in their first Formation; In a word, they understood Saint John to mean as much, where he Says, That was the true Light, which Enlighteneth every Man that comes into the World, not only by imparting the Powers of Understanding and Reason to them in their First Formation; p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvd zz np1 p-acp j c-acp av-d, c-crq pns31 vvz, cst vbds dt j n1, r-crq vvz d n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, xx av-j p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 ord n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 560 Page 23
2785 but also by farther opening their Understandings, and improving their Minds, as they should become capable, by the secret Suggestions and Motions of his Spirit. but also by farther opening their Understandings, and improving their Minds, as they should become capable, by the secret Suggestions and Motions of his Spirit. cc-acp av p-acp jc n-vvg po32 n2, cc vvg po32 n2, c-acp pns32 vmd vvi j, p-acp dt j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 560 Page 23
2786 So that, although he did not appear in Humane Form, till four thousand Years were elaps'd; So that, although he did not appear in Humane From, till four thousand years were elapsed; av cst, cs pns31 vdd xx vvi p-acp j n1, c-acp crd crd n2 vbdr vvn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 560 Page 23
2787 yet he had not neglected Mankind all that space of time; nor doth at present neglect those who have not heard of his Incarnation; yet he had not neglected Mankind all that Molle of time; nor does At present neglect those who have not herd of his Incarnation; av pns31 vhd xx vvn n1 d cst n1 pp-f n1; ccx vdz p-acp j n1 d r-crq vhb xx vvn pp-f po31 n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 560 Page 23
2788 but was and is in the VVorld, even in those Parts of it, where they know him not, using those Methods, which to his Divine Wisdom seem meet, but was and is in the World, even in those Parts of it, where they know him not, using those Methods, which to his Divine Wisdom seem meet, cc-acp vbds cc vbz p-acp dt n1, av p-acp d n2 pp-f pn31, c-crq pns32 vvb pno31 xx, vvg d n2, r-crq p-acp po31 j-jn n1 vvi vvi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 560 Page 23
2789 for the training up well-dispos'd Minds, which do not resist the Grace which he offers to them. for the training up well-disposed Minds, which do not resist the Grace which he offers to them. p-acp dt n-vvg a-acp j n2, r-crq vdb xx vvi dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 560 Page 23
2790 There is but one Proposition more that I have to add, and it is this, viz. There is but one Proposition more that I have to add, and it is this, viz. pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd n1 av-dc cst pns11 vhb pc-acp vvi, cc pn31 vbz d, n1 (13) sermon (DIV1) 560 Page 24
2791 Ninthly, That at the great Day of Judgment, all Men shall be accountable to our Lord, with due Regard had to their Respective Advantages or Disadvantages in this their State of Tryal. Ninthly, That At the great Day of Judgement, all Men shall be accountable to our Lord, with due Regard had to their Respective Advantages or Disadvantages in this their State of Trial. ord, cst p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, d n2 vmb vbi j p-acp po12 n1, p-acp j-jn n1 vhd p-acp po32 j n2 cc n2 p-acp d po32 n1 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 561 Page 24
2792 Our Lord hath expresly declar'd, that unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall be much requir'd; Our Lord hath expressly declared, that unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall be much required; po12 n1 vhz av-j vvd, cst p-acp ro-crq d vbz vvn, pp-f pno31 vmb vbi av-d vvn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 562 Page 24
2793 and that ••n shall be called to an account for the Talents committed to them, by their Lord, and that ••n shall be called to an account for the Talents committed to them, by their Lord, cc d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp pno32, p-acp po32 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 562 Page 24
2794 whether more or fewer, in so much that he that had but 〈 ◊ 〉 shall be accountable for that one only. whither more or fewer, in so much that he that had but 〈 ◊ 〉 shall be accountable for that one only. cs n1 cc dc, p-acp av av-d cst pns31 cst vhd p-acp 〈 sy 〉 vmb vbi j p-acp d crd av-j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 562 Page 24
2795 St. Paul in a set Discourse seems to have determin'd this Matter peremptorily, as between Jew and Gentile; so by parity of Reason, between Christian and Gentile also. Saint Paul in a Set Discourse seems to have determined this Matter peremptorily, as between Jew and Gentile; so by parity of Reason, between Christian and Gentile also. n1 np1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 vvz pc-acp vhi vvd d n1 av-j, c-acp p-acp np1 cc j; av p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp njp cc j av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 562 Page 24
2796 He calls the Day of Judgment, the Day of the Revelation of the righteous Judgment of God, who will render to every Man according to his Deeds, to the Jew first, and also to the Gentile; He calls the Day of Judgement, the Day of the Revelation of the righteous Judgement of God, who will render to every Man according to his deeds, to the Jew First, and also to the Gentile; pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp po31 n2, p-acp dt np1 ord, cc av p-acp dt j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 562 Page 24
2797 adding, For there is no respect of Persons with God: adding, For there is no respect of Persons with God: vvg, p-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n2 p-acp np1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 562 Page 24
2798 For as many as have sinned without Law, shall also perish without Law, and as many as have sim•ed in the Law; For as many as have sinned without Law, shall also perish without Law, and as many as have sim•ed in the Law; c-acp c-acp d c-acp vhb vvn p-acp n1, vmb av vvi p-acp n1, cc c-acp d c-acp vhb vvn p-acp dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 562 Page 24
2799 shall be judged by the Law: shall be judged by the Law: vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 562 Page 24
2800 And ••ain, VVhen the Gentiles, which have not the La••, do by Nature the things contained in the Law, those having not the Law, are a Law unto themselves. And ••ain, When the Gentiles, which have not the La••, do by Nature the things contained in the Law, those having not the Law, Are a Law unto themselves. cc n1, c-crq dt n2-j, r-crq vhb xx dt np1, vdb p-acp n1 dt n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, d vhg xx dt n1, vbr dt n1 p-acp px32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 562 Page 24
2801 'Tis very true, that the Salvation of the Gospel is by the Gospel promis'd only to those who believe and obey it, It's very true, that the Salvation of the Gospel is by the Gospel promised only to those who believe and obey it, pn31|vbz av j, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 vvd av-j p-acp d r-crq vvb cc vvi pn31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 563 Page 24
2802 and consequently to whom it is preach•d; as Damnation is therein expresly threatened to those who reject it; and consequently to whom it is preach•d; as Damnation is therein expressly threatened to those who reject it; cc av-j p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz vvn; c-acp n1 vbz av av-j vvn p-acp d r-crq vvb pn31; (13) sermon (DIV1) 563 Page 24
2803 and we are not so plainly told what kind and what degrees of Rewards and Punishments God will dispense to others: and we Are not so plainly told what kind and what Degrees of Rewards and Punishments God will dispense to Others: cc pns12 vbr xx av av-j vvn r-crq n1 cc r-crq n2 pp-f n2 cc n2 np1 vmb vvi p-acp n2-jn: (13) sermon (DIV1) 563 Page 24
2804 but we are in the general assured, that the Recompences of that Day shall be all just, but we Are in the general assured, that the Recompenses of that Day shall be all just, cc-acp pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1 vvn, cst dt n2 pp-f d n1 vmb vbi d j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 563 Page 25
2805 and carry a Respect to the Deeds done in the Body, bearing some Proportion to the different Circumstances and Conditions of Men. and carry a Respect to the deeds done in the Body, bearing Some Proportion to the different circumstances and Conditions of Men. cc vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 vdn p-acp dt n1, vvg d n1 p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 563 Page 25
2806 And therefore St. Paul a little before his Discourse just now cited, lets us know, that the Condemnation of wicked Gentiles would be very just, by Reason of their having despis'd the Dictates of Nature and Reason, And Therefore Saint Paul a little before his Discourse just now cited, lets us know, that the Condemnation of wicked Gentiles would be very just, by Reason of their having despised the Dictates of Nature and Reason, cc av n1 np1 dt j p-acp po31 n1 av av vvn, vvb|pno12 pno12 vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f j n2-j vmd vbi av j, p-acp n1 pp-f po32 vhg vvn dt vvz pp-f n1 cc n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 563 Page 25
2807 because they withheld the Truth in Unrighteousness; for, as he argues, That which may be known of God, is manifest in them; Because they withheld the Truth in Unrighteousness; for, as he argues, That which may be known of God, is manifest in them; c-acp pns32 vvd dt n1 p-acp n1; p-acp, c-acp pns31 vvz, cst r-crq vmb vbi vvn pp-f np1, vbz j p-acp pno32; (13) sermon (DIV1) 563 Page 25
2808 for God hath shewed it unto them. for God hath showed it unto them. c-acp np1 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 563 Page 25
2809 God hath, as he there farther proves, render'd himself so conspicuous to all Men, as the Maker and Governour of the World, that those who are ignorant of him must be without Excuse. God hath, as he there farther Proves, rendered himself so conspicuous to all Men, as the Maker and Governor of the World, that those who Are ignorant of him must be without Excuse. np1 vhz, c-acp pns31 a-acp jc n2, vvd px31 av j p-acp d n2, c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cst d r-crq vbr j pp-f pno31 vmb vbi p-acp vvb. (13) sermon (DIV1) 563 Page 25
2810 He is so near to every one of us, as the same Apostle elsewhere discourses, He is so near to every one of us, as the same Apostle elsewhere discourses, pns31 vbz av av-j p-acp d crd pp-f pno12, p-acp dt d n1 av vvz, (13) sermon (DIV1) 563 Page 25
2811 since in him we live, and move and have our Being, that we may even feel after him, and find him; and he hath written his Law in such visible Characters in all our Hearts, shewing us the plain Difference between moral Good and Evil, in the chief Instances thereof, causing our Consciences to bear witness, and our Thoughts to accuse or excuse, as we demean our selves, that he may justly call us to an Account for such our Demeanor. since in him we live, and move and have our Being, that we may even feel After him, and find him; and he hath written his Law in such visible Characters in all our Hearts, showing us the plain Difference between moral Good and Evil, in the chief Instances thereof, causing our Consciences to bear witness, and our Thoughts to accuse or excuse, as we demean our selves, that he may justly call us to an Account for such our Demeanour. c-acp p-acp pno31 pns12 vvb, cc vvi cc vhb po12 vbg, cst pns12 vmb av vvb p-acp pno31, cc vvi pno31; cc pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp d j n2 p-acp d po12 n2, vvg pno12 dt j n1 p-acp j j cc j-jn, p-acp dt j-jn n2 av, vvg po12 n2 p-acp vvb n1, cc po12 n2 p-acp vvb cc vvb, c-acp pns12 vvb po12 n2, cst pns31 vmb av-j vvi pno12 p-acp dt vvb p-acp d po12 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 563 Page 25
2812 So that the whole Matter at last comes to this Issue. Some Men have, by hearing the Gospel preach'd to them, far greater Advantages, than others; So that the Whole Matter At last comes to this Issue. some Men have, by hearing the Gospel preached to them, Far greater Advantages, than Others; av cst dt j-jn n1 p-acp ord vvz p-acp d n1. d n2 vhb, p-acp vvg dt n1 vvd p-acp pno32, av-j jc n2, cs n2-jn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 564 Page 25
2813 but then they are accountable likewise for those special Advantages: but then they Are accountable likewise for those special Advantages: cc-acp cs pns32 vbr j av p-acp d j n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 564 Page 25
2814 whereas such, as not through their own default, but by the meer Providence of God, want those Advantages, shall be answerable for no more, whereas such, as not through their own default, but by the mere Providence of God, want those Advantages, shall be answerable for no more, cs d, c-acp xx p-acp po32 d n1, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, vvb d n2, vmb vbb j p-acp dx av-dc, (13) sermon (DIV1) 564 Page 26
2815 than what they have been entrusted with. God hath done more for those, than for these; than what they have been Entrusted with. God hath done more for those, than for these; cs r-crq pns32 vhb vbn vvn p-acp. np1 vhz vdn av-dc p-acp d, cs p-acp d; (13) sermon (DIV1) 564 Page 26
2816 and 'tis but fit, that he should freely dispose of his own Gifts, after the Counsel of his own Will: and it's but fit, that he should freely dispose of his own Gifts, After the Counsel of his own Will: cc pn31|vbz p-acp j, cst pns31 vmd av-j vvi pp-f po31 d n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 564 Page 26
2817 but if he doth what is abundantly sufficient for all, and will expect no more, but if he does what is abundantly sufficient for all, and will expect no more, cc-acp cs pns31 vdz r-crq vbz av-j j p-acp d, cc vmb vvi av-dx av-dc, (13) sermon (DIV1) 564 Page 26
2818 than in proportion to what he gives, there remains no just Ground of complaint to any. than in proportion to what he gives, there remains no just Ground of complaint to any. cs p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, a-acp vvz dx j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d. (13) sermon (DIV1) 564 Page 26
2819 And thus I have done with what I thought fit to be offer'd on this difficult Argument; And thus I have done with what I Thought fit to be offered on this difficult Argument; cc av pns11 vhb vdn p-acp r-crq pns11 vvd j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 565 Page 26
2820 and I hope, if what I have propos'd be consider'd without Prejudice, it may suffice to make us humbly acquiesce in the Dispensation of God by Jesus Christ, acknowledging that the Design of our Lord's coming was to save Sinners in general; and I hope, if what I have proposed be considered without Prejudice, it may suffice to make us humbly acquiesce in the Dispensation of God by jesus christ, acknowledging that the Design of our Lord's coming was to save Sinners in general; cc pns11 vvb, cs r-crq pns11 vhb vvn vbi vvn p-acp n1, pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno12 av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 np1, vvg cst dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n-vvg vbds pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 565 Page 26
2821 and confessing to the glory of the Almighty Father, that his love was manifested to the whole Race of Mankind, by sending his only begotten Son into the World for our Salvation. and confessing to the glory of the Almighty Father, that his love was manifested to the Whole Raze of Mankind, by sending his only begotten Son into the World for our Salvation. cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cst po31 vvb vbds vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg po31 av-j vvn n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 565 Page 26
2822 I shall conclude all with two practical Inferences, viz. I shall conclude all with two practical Inferences, viz. pns11 vmb vvi d p-acp crd j n2, n1 (13) sermon (DIV1) 566 Page 26
2823 Frist, We may infer from hence the great Obligation which lies upon us, to whom the Gospel is publish'd, to comply with the Terms of it, particularly that mention'd in the Text as comprehensive of all others, believing in Jesus Christ. Whatever gracious Allowances God in his infinite Goodness may make to others, we cannot hope for Salvation upon any other Conditions, Frist, We may infer from hence the great Obligation which lies upon us, to whom the Gospel is published, to comply with the Terms of it, particularly that mentioned in the Text as comprehensive of all Others, believing in jesus christ. Whatever gracious Allowances God in his infinite goodness may make to Others, we cannot hope for Salvation upon any other Conditions, np1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp av dt j n1 r-crq vvz p-acp pno12, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31, av-j cst vvn p-acp dt n1 c-acp j pp-f d n2-jn, vvg p-acp np1 np1. r-crq j n2 np1 p-acp po31 j n1 vmb vvi pc-acp n2-jn, pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp n1 p-acp d j-jn n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 567 Page 26
2824 than a grateful Acknowledgment of this infinite Love of God, a firm and stedfast Faith in his only begotten Son, together with an hearty Resignation of our selves to his Conduct. than a grateful Acknowledgment of this infinite Love of God, a firm and steadfast Faith in his only begotten Son, together with an hearty Resignation of our selves to his Conduct. cs dt j n1 pp-f d j n1 pp-f np1, dt j cc j n1 p-acp po31 av-j vvn n1, av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp po31 vvb. (13) sermon (DIV1) 567 Page 27
2825 As by these our Priviledges we are exalted to Heaven; so upon our abuse of them, we shall be cast down to the lowest depth of Hell. This (as our Saviour declared, a little after the Text) is the Condemnation, that light it come into the World; As by these our Privileges we Are exalted to Heaven; so upon our abuse of them, we shall be cast down to the lowest depth of Hell. This (as our Saviour declared, a little After the Text) is the Condemnation, that Light it come into the World; p-acp p-acp d po12 n2 pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1; av p-acp po12 n1 pp-f pno32, pns12 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1. d (p-acp po12 n1 vvn, dt j p-acp dt n1) vbz dt n1, cst n1 pn31 vvi p-acp dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 567 Page 27
2826 but Men loved darkness rather than light, because their deeds were evil. but Men loved darkness rather than Light, Because their Deeds were evil. cc-acp n2 vvd n1 av-c cs vvi, c-acp po32 n2 vbdr j-jn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 567 Page 27
2827 Secondly, If the Love of God toward Mankind be so extensive, it becomes us then, instead of caviling at the Divine Providence on account of the Gospel's not being publish'd to all the World, to do our part towards the Propagation of it Secondly, If the Love of God towards Mankind be so extensive, it becomes us then, instead of caviling At the Divine Providence on account of the Gospel's not being published to all the World, to do our part towards the Propagation of it ord, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 vbb av j, pn31 vvz pno12 av, av pp-f vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt ng1 xx vbg vvn p-acp d dt n1, pc-acp vdi po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 (13) sermon (DIV1) 568 Page 27
2828 The Princes and great Men of the Earth may do very much to this purpose, as I have already observ'd. The Princes and great Men of the Earth may do very much to this purpose, as I have already observed. dt n2 cc j n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vdi av av-d p-acp d n1, c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 569 Page 27
2829 Others also, especially those Bodies and Societies of Men, which have Commerce with the Gentile World, might contrive Methods for propagating their Religion together with their Trade. Others also, especially those Bodies and Societies of Men, which have Commerce with the Gentile World, might contrive Methods for propagating their Religion together with their Trade. ng2-jn av, av-j d n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, r-crq vhb n1 p-acp dt j n1, vmd vvi n2 p-acp j-vvg po32 n1 av p-acp po32 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 569 Page 27
2830 And all of us might contribute to this generous Design, by our earnest Prayers to God for the enlarging of his Son's Kingdom, And all of us might contribute to this generous Design, by our earnest Prayers to God for the enlarging of his Son's Kingdom, cc d pp-f pno12 vmd vvi p-acp d j n1, p-acp po12 j n2 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 ng1 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 569 Page 27
2831 and that it would please him to excite the Spirits of those who have Power and Interest to adadvance this Noble Work. and that it would please him to excite the Spirits of those who have Power and Interest to adadvance this Noble Work. cc cst pn31 vmd vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f d r-crq vhb n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi d j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 569 Page 27
2832 In fine, we may all contribute towards it, by living Christian Lives; In fine, we may all contribute towards it, by living Christian Lives; p-acp j, pns12 vmb d vvi p-acp pn31, p-acp vvg njp n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 569 Page 27
2833 and if we have neither Power nor Interest to promote the Profession of our Religion in Foreign Parts, we may at least promote the Practise of it at Home, by our Examples. and if we have neither Power nor Interest to promote the Profession of our Religion in Foreign Parts, we may At least promote the practice of it At Home, by our Examples. cc cs pns12 vhb dx n1 ccx n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp j n2, pns12 vmb p-acp ds vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n1-an, p-acp po12 n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 569 Page 28
2834 Nothing in truth would so powerfully recommend our Holy Religion to Mankind, in order both to the Belief and Practice of it, Nothing in truth would so powerfully recommend our Holy Religion to Mankind, in order both to the Belief and Practice of it, pix p-acp n1 vmd av av-j vvi po12 j n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 av-d p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 569 Page 28
2835 as to have it fairly represented by the Tempers and Lives of its Professors. as to have it fairly represented by the Tempers and Lives of its Professors. c-acp pc-acp vhi pn31 av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 569 Page 28
2836 May Almighty God revive the Spirit of Primitive Christianity, in those who take upon them the Christian Name; May Almighty God revive the Spirit of Primitive Christianity, in those who take upon them the Christian Name; vmb j-jn np1 vvi dt n1 pp-f j np1, p-acp d r-crq vvb p-acp pno32 dt njp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 569 Page 28
2837 and may their light shine so clearly and brightly, as to enlighten the darkest and remotest Regions of the Earth, to the Glory of God and our Redeemer. Amen. FINIS. and may their Light shine so clearly and brightly, as to enlighten the Darkest and Remotest Regions of the Earth, to the Glory of God and our Redeemer. Amen. FINIS. cc vmb po32 n1 vvi av av-j cc av-j, c-acp pc-acp vvi dt js cc js n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po12 n1. uh-n. fw-la. (13) sermon (DIV1) 569 Page 28

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1018 0 Matt. 9.12, 13. Matt. 9.12, 13. np1 crd, crd
1019 0 Matt. 11.28, 29 Matt. 11.28, 29 np1 crd, crd
1020 0 〈 ◊ 〉 12.2. 〈 ◊ 〉 12.2. 〈 sy 〉 crd.
1023 0 〈 … 〉 〈 … 〉 〈 … 〉
1028 0 Heb. 9.13. Hebrew 9.13. np1 crd.
1028 1 Ver. 14. Ver. 14. np1 crd
1030 0 Heb. 10.4. Ver. 10, Hebrew 10.4. Ver. 10, np1 crd. np1 crd,
1031 0 14, 14, crd,
1033 0 19, 19, crd,
1033 1 20, 20, crd,
1033 2 21, 21, crd,
1033 3 22. 22. crd
1047 0 Rom. 1.25. Rom. 1.25. np1 crd.
1047 1 〈 … 〉. 〈 … 〉. 〈 … 〉.
1053 0 Rom. 1.22. Rom. 1.22. np1 crd.
1070 0 Eph. 1.1, Ephesians 1.1, np1 crd,
1070 1 3, 3, crd,
1070 2 12. 12. crd
1087 0 〈 … 〉 〈 … 〉 〈 … 〉
1131 0 〈 … 〉 〈 … 〉 〈 … 〉
1163 0 Mark 12.29. Mark 12.29. vvb crd.
1169 0 Job 11.7, 8, 9. Job 11.7, 8, 9. np1 crd, crd, crd
1274 0 Mat. 22 36, &c. Mathew 22 36, etc. np1 crd crd, av
1279 0 Mark 12.34. Mark 12.34. vvb crd.
1281 0 Mat. 5.17, &c. Mathew 5.17, etc. np1 crd, av
1283 0 Ver. 48. Ver. 48. np1 crd
1284 0 Tit. 2.11, 12. Tit. 2.11, 12. np1 crd, crd
1286 0 14. 14. crd
1288 0 Phil. 4.8. Philip 4.8. np1 crd.
1350 0 John 4.24. John 4.24. np1 crd.
1362 0 Luke 10.36. Lycia 10.36. av crd.
1364 0 Rom. 13.8, 9. Rom. 13.8, 9. np1 crd, crd
1365 0 Gal. 5.14. Gal. 5.14. np1 crd.
1367 0 Matth. 7.12. Matthew 7.12. np1 crd.
1387 0 Matth. 5.38, Matthew 5.38, np1 crd,
1389 0 43, 43, crd,
1392 0 45, 45, crd,
1437 0 Vid. A•salom and Achitophel. p. 1. Vid. A•salom and Ahithophel. p. 1. np1 np1 cc np1. n1 crd
1457 0 Matth. 5. 2•. Matthew 5. 2•. np1 crd. n1.
1458 0 Mark 8.36. Mark 8.36. vvb crd.
1459 0 Mat. 19.29. Mathew 19.29. np1 crd.
1462 0 Rom. 8.13. Rom. 8.13. np1 crd.
1463 0 1 Cor. 1•. 13. 1 Cor. 1•. 13. vvd np1 n1. crd.
1465 0 • Cor. 12.9. • Cor. 12.9. • np1 crd.
1470 0 Mat. 19.3, Mathew 19.3, np1 crd,
1471 0 4, 4, crd,
1472 0 5, 5, crd,
1473 0 6. 6. crd
1477 0 Gen. 4.19. Gen. 4.19. np1 crd.
1478 0 Gen. 6.2. Gen. 6.2. np1 crd.
1487 0 Matth. 19.8. Matthew 19.8. np1 crd.
1489 0 Mal. 2.15. Malachi 2.15. np1 crd.
1492 0 Vid. Dr. Pococke, Comment. on Mal. Vid. Dr. Pococke, Comment. on Malachi np1 n1 np1, n1. p-acp np1
1514 0 Matth. 22.30. Matthew 22.30. np1 crd.
1540 0 〈 … 〉 〈 … 〉 〈 … 〉
1566 0 •uke 2.7, 8. •uke 2.7, 8. n1 crd, crd
1567 0 John 7.52. John 1.46. John 7.52. John 1.46. np1 crd. np1 crd.
1572 0 Matth. 13.55. Mark 6.3. Matthew 13.55. Mark 6.3. np1 crd. n1 crd.
1574 0 Mat. 8.19, 20. Mathew 8.19, 20. np1 crd, crd
1576 0 Luke 8.3. Luke 8.3. np1 crd.
1588 0 Iohn •. 34. John •. 34. np1 •. crd.
1590 0 Rom 1.4. Rom 1.4. np1 crd.
1602 0 Plato de Rep. l. 2. Plato de Rep. l. 2. np1 fw-fr np1 n1 crd
1616 0 Phil. 2.5, 6, •, 8. Philip 2.5, 6, •, 8. np1 crd, crd, •, crd
1616 1 〈 ◊ 〉 8.9. 〈 ◊ 〉 8.9. 〈 sy 〉 crd.
1620 0 Luke 3.23. Luke 3.23. np1 crd.
1633 0 Luke 2.51. Luke 2.51. np1 crd.
1643 0 Luke 2. 1•. Luke 2. 1•. np1 crd. n1.
1645 0 Luke 2.17, 18. Luke 2.17, 18. np1 crd, crd
1647 0 Mat. 2.1. &c. Mathew 2.1. etc. np1 crd. av
1650 0 Luke 2.22, &c. Luke 2.22, etc. zz crd, av
1651 0 〈 ◊ 〉. 42, &c. 〈 ◊ 〉. 42, etc. 〈 sy 〉. crd, av
1657 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
1658 0 〈 ◊ 〉 3•4. 〈 ◊ 〉 3•4. 〈 sy 〉 n1.
1660 0 ver. 52. ver. 52. fw-la. crd
1663 0 Numb. 4.3. Numb. 4.3. j. crd.
1664 0 Matth. 3.15. Matthew 3.15. np1 crd.
1688 0 John 13.23. John 13.23. np1 crd.
1689 0 v. 1. v. 1. n1 crd
1689 1 John 11.5. John 11.5. np1 crd.
1690 0 Luke 10.21. Luke 10.21. zz crd.
1690 1 John 11.33. John 11.33. np1 crd.
1692 0 35, 35, crd,
1693 0 36. 36. crd
1694 0 Mar. 6.34 &c. Mar. 6.34 etc. np1 crd av
1697 0 Luke 7.13. Luke 19.41. Luke 7.13. Luke 19.41. np1 crd. np1 crd.
1704 0 Mark 3.5. Mark 3.5. n1 crd.
1706 0 Matth. 16.23. Matthew 16.23. np1 crd.
1710 0 Matth. 11.18.19. Matthew 11.18.19. np1 crd.
1714 0 Luke 5.29. Luke 5.29. np1 crd.
1715 0 chap. 19.5. chap. 19.5. n1 crd.
1718 0 Matth. 19.11, 12. Matthew 19.11, 12. np1 crd, crd
1721 0 John 2.2, 11. John 2.2, 11. np1 crd, crd
1721 1 Mark 10.13. Mark 10.13. vvb crd.
1724 0 Matth. 14.23. Luke 6.12. Matthew 14.23. Luke 6.12. np1 crd. np1 crd.
1735 0 1 Pet. 2.22. 1 Pet. 2.22. vvn np1 crd.
1736 0 Heb. 7.26. Hebrew 7.26. np1 crd.
1738 0 John 8.46. John 8.46. np1 crd.
1739 0 Luke 11.54. Luke 11.54. np1 crd.
1742 0 John 5.36, 39. John 5.36, 39. np1 crd, crd
1748 0 Mat. 12.3, &c. Mathew 12.3, etc. np1 crd, av
1749 0 Luke 13.15. Luke 13.15. np1 crd.
1751 0 Matth. 9.13. Matthew 9.13. np1 crd.
1753 0 Luke 12.13, 14. Luke 12.13, 14. np1 crd, crd
1753 1 Iohn 6.15. John 6.15. np1 crd.
1755 0 Luke 20.25. Luke 20.25. np1 crd.
1756 0 Matth. 17.27. Matthew 17.27. np1 crd.
1757 0 John 18.36. John 18.36. np1 crd.
1759 0 Matth. 26.59, 60. Mark 14.59. Matthew 26.59, 60. Mark 14.59. np1 crd, crd n1 crd.
1762 0 John 2.21. John 2.21. np1 crd.
1763 0 Matth. 26.63, 64, 65. Matthew 26.63, 64, 65. np1 crd, crd, crd
1765 0 Luke 23.13, 14, 15. Luke 23.13, 14, 15. zz crd, crd, crd
1768 0 〈 ◊ 〉. 20, 22. 〈 ◊ 〉. 20, 22. 〈 sy 〉. crd, crd
1769 0 Matth. 27.24. Matthew 27.24. np1 crd.
1782 0 Matth. 15.2. Matthew 15.2. np1 crd.
1784 0 ver. 10, 11. ver. 10, 11. fw-la. crd, crd
1788 0 ver. 9. ver. 9. fw-la. crd
1789 0 ver. 3, &c. ver. 3, etc. fw-la. crd, av
1792 0 ver. 14. ver. 14. fw-la. crd
1793 0 ver. 12, 13. ver. 12, 13. fw-la. crd, crd
1799 0 John 10.22. John 10.22. np1 crd.
1800 0 Matth. 23.1, 2, 3, 4. Matthew 23.1, 2, 3, 4. np1 crd, crd, crd, crd
1806 0 Mat. 21.1, &c. Mathew 21.1, etc. np1 crd, av
1809 0 ver. 4, 5. ver. 4, 5. fw-la. crd, crd
1813 0 ver. 12. ver. 12. fw-la. crd
1815 0 John 2.14. John 2.14. np1 crd.
1816 0 Luke 13.32. Lycia 13.32. av crd.
1820 0 Luke 13.31, 32, 33. Luke 13.31, 32, 33. zz crd, crd, crd
1824 0 Luke 22.36. Luke 22.36. np1 crd.
1826 0 〈 ◊ 〉. 37. 〈 ◊ 〉. 37. 〈 sy 〉. crd
1830 0 v•• 33. v•• 33. n1 crd
1831 0 ver. 50, 51. ver. 50, 51. fw-la. crd, crd
1843 0 John 15.26. John 15.26. np1 crd.
1848 0 〈 ◊ 〉 4•, 45. 〈 ◊ 〉 4•, 45. 〈 sy 〉 n1, crd
1850 0 〈 … 〉 〈 … 〉 〈 … 〉
1850 1 〈 ◊ 〉 18.33, 3•. 〈 ◊ 〉 18.33, 3•. 〈 sy 〉 crd, n1.
1851 0 John 1•. 1•. John 1•. 1•. np1 n1. n1.
1851 1 ve•. 2. •. ve•. 2. •. n1. crd •.
1854 0 ver. 37. ver. 37. fw-la. crd
1860 0 John 16.4, John 16.4, np1 crd,
1862 0 ver. 25, ver. 25, fw-la. crd,
1863 0 ver. 12, 13. ver. 12, 13. fw-la. crd, crd
1863 1 Matth. 9.14, 15, 16, 17. Matthew 9.14, 15, 16, 17. np1 crd, crd, crd, crd
1868 0 John 2.23, 24. John 2.23, 24. np1 crd, crd
1869 0 Matth. 8.4. Matthew 8.4. np1 crd.
1869 1 Matth. 16.20 Matthew 16.20 np1 crd
1870 0 Mat. 22.15, &c Mathew 22.15, etc. np1 crd, av
1872 0 Mat. 21.23. Mathew 21.23. np1 crd.
1873 0 Mat. 2•. 21, 22. Mathew 2•. 21, 22. np1 n1. crd, crd
1894 0 〈 … 〉 〈 … 〉 〈 … 〉
1896 0 •oh. 5. 1•, &c. •oh. 5. 1•, etc. uh. crd. n1, av
1898 0 〈 … 〉 10. 〈 … 〉 10. 〈 … 〉 crd
1900 0 Lu•. 10. 21, 22. Lu•. 10. 21, 22. np1. crd crd, crd
1906 0 John 2.13, 14. chap. 5.1. chap. 7.10. ch. 12.12. Luk. 4.16. John 2.13, 14. chap. 5.1. chap. 7.10. changed. 12.12. Luk. 4.16. np1 crd, crd n1 crd. n1 crd. n2. crd. np1 crd.
1907 0 Mat. 14.23. Luke 5.16, Mark 1.35. ch. 6.46, &c. Luke 6.12. Mathew 14.23. Luke 5.16, Mark 1.35. changed. 6.46, etc. Lycia 6.12. np1 crd. np1 crd, vvb crd. n2. crd, av av crd.
1910 0 John 17. John 17. np1 crd
1911 0 Ma•. 26.39, 42, 44. ch. 27.46, 50. Ma•. 26.39, 42, 44. changed. 27.46, 50. np1. crd, crd, crd n2. crd, crd
1914 0 Matth. 5.17, 18. Matthew 5.17, 18. np1 crd, crd
1920 0 John 4.21. John 4.21. np1 crd.
1922 0 John 2.16.17. Matth. 21.12, 13 John 2.16.17. Matthew 21.12, 13 np1 crd. np1 crd, crd
1924 0 〈 … 〉 〈 … 〉 〈 … 〉
1925 0 〈 ◊ 〉 •. 15. 〈 ◊ 〉 •. 15. 〈 sy 〉 •. crd.
1926 0 〈 ◊ 〉 4 4. 〈 ◊ 〉 4 4. 〈 sy 〉 crd crd
1929 0 Matth. 8.4. Luke 5.14. Matthew 8.4. Luke 5.14. np1 crd. np1 crd.
1932 0 Mat. 17.20. John 11.41, 42. Mathew 17.20. John 11.41, 42. np1 crd. np1 crd, crd
1935 0 Mat. 8.23. Mathew 8.23. np1 crd.
1939 0 John 11.8, 9, 10. John 11.8, 9, 10. np1 crd, crd, crd
1943 0 Joh. 16 32. John 16 32. np1 crd crd
1945 0 Matth. 26.53, 54. Matthew 26.53, 54. np1 crd, crd
1946 0 Luk. 23.43. Luk. 23.43. np1 crd.
1948 0 Mat. 27.46. Mathew 27.46. np1 crd.
1948 1 Luk 23 46. Luk 23 46. np1 crd crd
1950 0 〈 ◊ 〉 7 18. 〈 ◊ 〉 8.49.50. 〈 ◊ 〉 7 18. 〈 ◊ 〉 8.49.50. 〈 sy 〉 crd crd 〈 sy 〉 crd.
1951 0 Joh. 17.1, 4. John 17.1, 4. np1 crd, crd
1956 0 Joh. 8.22. John 8.22. np1 crd.
1957 0 〈 ◊ 〉 4.34. 〈 ◊ 〉 4.34. 〈 sy 〉 crd.
1959 0 Luke 21.37, 38. Lycia 21.37, 38. av crd, crd
1963 0 John 12.27, 28. John 12.27, 28. np1 crd, crd
1965 0 Mar. 14.33, 34. Mar. 14.33, 34. np1 crd, crd
1965 1 Luk. 22.44. Luk. 22.44. np1 crd.
1966 0 Mat. 26.39. Mathew 26.39. np1 crd.
1967 0 Joh. 18.11. John 18.11. np1 crd.
1980 0 Joh. 4.10. ch•p 6.27. Luke •4. 41, 42. ch. 11.27 ch. 14.37, 12, 15.16. John 4.10. ch•p 6.27. Luke •4. 41, 42. changed. 11.27 changed. 14.37, 12, 15.16. np1 crd. vvb crd. np1 n1. crd, crd n2. crd n2. crd, crd, crd.
1989 0 Acts 10.38. Acts 10.38. vvz crd.
1991 0 Mat. 9.35. Mathew 9.35. np1 crd.
2004 0 Luk 19.10 Luk 19.10 np1 crd
2006 0 Mat. 15.24. Mathew 15.24. np1 crd.
2006 1 verse 22. John 4.10, 40. verse 22. John 4.10, 40. n1 crd np1 crd, crd
2009 0 Joh 3• &c John 3• etc. np1 n1 av
2010 0 Matth 15.24, &c. Matthew 15.24, etc. av crd, av
2012 0 Luk. 9.10, 11, 12, 13. Luk. 9.10, 11, 12, 13. np1 crd, crd, crd, crd
2015 0 Joh. 5.6, 7. John 5.6, 7. np1 crd, crd
2018 0 verse 14. verse 14. n1 crd
2019 0 Luk. 7.13, Luk. 7.13, np1 crd,
2025 0 Mat. 23.37. Mathew 23.37. np1 crd.
2026 0 Luk. 23.34. Luk. 23.34. np1 crd.
2028 0 Joh. 15.13. Rom. 5.6, 8, 10. John 15.13. Rom. 5.6, 8, 10. np1 crd. np1 crd, crd, crd
2037 0 Mark 3.20. Joh. 4.6.7, 31, 32, 34. Mark 3.20. John 4.6.7, 31, 32, 34. vvb crd. np1 crd, crd, crd, crd
2043 0 Luk. 5.29. chap. 14.3, &c. chap. 19.9, &c. Luk. 5.29. chap. 14.3, etc. chap. 19.9, etc. np1 crd. n1 crd, av n1 crd, av
2044 0 Mat. 26.6. Joh. 12.3. Luke 7.37. Mathew 26.6. John 12.3. Luke 7.37. np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd.
2054 0 Isa. 50.5, 6. Isaiah 50.5, 6. np1 crd, crd
2057 0 1 〈 ◊ 〉, 1, 2. 1 〈 ◊ 〉, 1, 2. crd 〈 sy 〉, crd, crd
2065 0 John 6.15. John 6.15. np1 crd.
2066 0 Matth. 21, 9, 16. Matthew 21, 9, 16. np1 crd, crd, crd
2067 0 John 8.49, 50. John 8.49, 50. np1 crd, crd
2070 0 Mat. 19.17. Mathew 19.17. np1 crd.
2074 0 Matth. 11.28, 29. Matthew 11.28, 29. np1 crd, crd
2075 0 John 4.27. John 4.27. np1 crd.
2076 0 Mat. 19.13. ch. 18.2, &c. Mathew 19.13. changed. 18.2, etc. np1 crd. vvn. crd, av
2078 0 Mat. 12.48. Mathew 12.48. np1 crd.
2079 0 Luk. 22.27. Luk. 22.27. np1 crd.
2079 1 Joh• 13.4. &c. Joh• 13.4. etc. np1 crd. av
2080 0 Matth. 20.10, •. 28. Matthew 20.10, •. 28. np1 crd, •. crd.
2083 0 〈 ◊ 〉. 12.2. 〈 ◊ 〉. 12.2. 〈 sy 〉. crd.
2087 0 M•• 11. •. M•• 11. •. np1 crd •.
2088 0 〈 ◊ 〉 12. 1•.20. 〈 ◊ 〉 12. 1•.20. 〈 sy 〉 crd. j.
2091 0 Joh. 10.14. John 10.14. np1 crd.
2095 0 Mat. 16.9. ch. 8.26. Mathew 16.9. changed. 8.26. np1 crd. n2. crd.
2097 0 Mat. 26.40, 41. Mathew 26.40, 41. np1 crd, crd
2098 0 Heb. 12.3. Hebrew 12.3. np1 crd.
2100 0 Mat. 9.3, 11 ch 12.3, 11, 24. Mathew 9.3, 11 changed 12.3, 11, 24. np1 crd, crd n2 crd, crd, crd
2102 0 Mat. 23.13, 17, 33. Mat. 12.39. Joh. 8.44. Mathew 23.13, 17, 33. Mathew 12.39. John 8.44. np1 crd, crd, crd np1 crd. np1 crd.
2112 0 Matth. 3 7. Matthew 3 7. np1 crd crd
2116 0 Mat. 26.50. Luke 22.48, 52, 53. Mathew 26.50. Luke 22.48, 52, 53. np1 crd. np1 crd, crd, crd
2126 0 Mat. 26.63. Mathew 26.63. np1 crd.
2126 1 Joh 18.23. John 18.23. np1 crd.
2127 0 Matth 27. 2•, &c. Matthew 27. 2•, etc. av crd. n1, av
2128 0 Acts 8.32. Acts 8.32. vvz crd.
2128 1 Mat. 27.46. Psal. 22.1. Mathew 27.46. Psalm 22.1. np1 crd. np1 crd.
2131 0 Luk. 23.46. Luk. 23.46. np1 crd.
2135 0 1 Pet. 2.19, &c. 1 Pet. 2.19, etc. crd np1 crd, av
2145 0 Matth. 4.1, &c. Matthew 4.1, etc. np1 crd, av
2149 0 •oh. 6.15. •oh. 6.15. uh. crd.
2151 0 Mat. 22.18. Mathew 22.18. np1 crd.
2153 0 Mat. 14.13. Joh. 11.54. Mathew 14.13. John 11.54. np1 crd. np1 crd.
2156 0 Mat. 12.10. Mathew 12.10. np1 crd.
2157 0 John 5.32, &c. ch. 10.24, 25, &c. John 5.32, etc. changed. 10.24, 25, etc. np1 crd, av vvn. crd, crd, av
2159 0 Mat. 16.23. Mathew 16.23. np1 crd.
2162 0 Joh. 7.7, 10 14, 25, 26. John 7.7, 10 14, 25, 26. np1 crd, crd crd, crd, crd
2165 0 Joh. 11.7, 8, 9. John 11.7, 8, 9. np1 crd, crd, crd
2166 0 Mat. 20.18, 19. Mathew 20.18, 19. np1 crd, crd
2166 1 Joh. 12, 12. John 12, 12. np1 crd, crd
2167 0 Mat. 21.17, 18. Mathew 21.17, 18. np1 crd, crd
2168 0 Joh. 13.14.15.16. ch. John 13.14.15.16. changed. np1 crd. n2.
2170 0 chap. 17. chap. 17. n1 crd
2170 1 Joh. 18.1, 2 John 18.1, 2 np1 crd, crd
2171 0 ver. 7, 8, 9. ver. 7, 8, 9. fw-la. crd, crd, crd
2173 0 M••. 2•. 63.64.65. 〈 ◊ 〉 7.11. 〈 ◊ 〉 6.13. M••. 2•. 63.64.65. 〈 ◊ 〉 7.11. 〈 ◊ 〉 6.13. np1. n1. crd. 〈 sy 〉 crd. 〈 sy 〉 crd.
2200 0 Joh. 19.25. Luk. 23 34, 42. Joh. 19 28, 29, 30. John 19.25. Luk. 23 34, 42. John 19 28, 29, 30. np1 crd. np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd
2232 0 •om. 7.23. •om. 7.23. n1. crd.
2237 0 Vers. 18, 19. Vers. 18, 19. np1 crd, crd
2240 0 Lect. ij. p. 20, 21. Lecture ij. p. 20, 21. np1 crd. n1 crd, crd
2254 0 Prov. 3.17. Curae 3.17. np1 crd.
2256 0 1 John 5.3. 1 John 5.3. vvn np1 crd.
2298 0 Lect. ij. p. 23. Lecture ij. p. 23. np1 crd. n1 crd
2315 0 Lect. ij. p. 27, 28. Lecture ij. p. 27, 28. np1 crd. n1 crd, crd
2318 0 Ibid. Ibid np1
2331 0 Rom. 7, 8. Rom. 7, 8. np1 crd, crd
2332 0 10. 10. crd
2333 0 ch. 8.3, 4. changed. 8.3, 4. vvn. crd, crd
2337 0 Is. 44.3. Ezek. 36.26, 27. Joel 2.28. Is. 44.3. Ezekiel 36.26, 27. Joel 2.28. np1 crd. np1 crd, crd np1 crd.
2342 0 Luke 11.13. Luke 11.13. np1 crd.
2345 0 John 7.37, 38, 39. John 7.37, 38, 39. np1 crd, crd, crd
2351 0 Acts 2.38, 39. Acts 2.38, 39. vvz crd, crd
2358 0 Rom. 7.23, 24. Rom. 7.23, 24. np1 crd, crd
2358 1 v. 25. v. 25. n1 crd
2360 0 ch. 8.1, 2, 3, 4. changed. 8.1, 2, 3, 4. n2. crd, crd, crd, crd
2370 0 2 Cor. 3.3, 6, 7, 8, 9. 2 Cor. 3.3, 6, 7, 8, 9. crd np1 crd, crd, crd, crd, crd
2376 0 Rom. •. 12, 14. Rom. •. 12, 14. np1 •. crd, crd
2387 0 1 Cor. 11.1. 1 Cor. 11.1. vvn np1 crd.
2404 0 John 14.17. John 14.17. np1 crd.
2426 0 Matth. 28.19, 20. Matthew 28.19, 20. np1 crd, crd
2429 0 Matth. 18.20. Matthew 18.20. np1 crd.
2430 0 Acts 2.38, 39. Acts 2.38, 39. n2 crd, crd
2433 0 John 3.5. John 3.5. np1 crd.
2433 1 Tit. 3.5, 6. Tit. 3.5, 6. np1 crd, crd
2437 0 1 Cor. 10.16. 1 Cor. 10.16. vvn np1 crd.
2438 0 Rom. 8.2. Rom. 8.2. np1 crd.
2438 1 2 Cor. 3.6. 2 Cor. 3.6. crd np1 crd.
2439 0 1 Cor. 3.5, 6. 1 Cor. 3.5, 6. vvn np1 crd, crd
2447 0 Heb. 9.10. Hebrew 9.10. np1 crd.
2448 0 ch. 8.5.6.10. changed. 8.5.6.10. vvn. crd.
2459 0 Lect. ij. p. 21, 22. Lecture ij. p. 21, 22. np1 crd. n1 crd, crd
2478 0 Rom 8.19, 2•, 21, 22, 23. Rom 8.19, 2•, 21, 22, 23. np1 crd, n1, crd, crd, crd
2480 0 2 Cor. 5.4. 2 Cor. 5.4. crd np1 crd.
2490 0 Matth. 28.18. Matthew 28.18. np1 crd.
2491 0 Eph. 1.20, 21, 22. Ephesians 1.20, 21, 22. np1 crd, crd, crd
2499 0 Heb. 4.15, 16 Hebrew 4.15, 16 np1 crd, crd
2501 0 Rom. 8.28. Rom. 8.28. np1 crd.
2502 0 1 Cor. 10.13. 1 Cor. 10.13. vvn np1 crd.
2503 0 2 Cor. 12.9. 2 Cor. 12.9. crd np1 crd.
2504 0 Rom. 14.9. Rom. 14.9. np1 crd.
2562 0 Job. 11 7. 8, 9. Job. 11 7. 8, 9. np1. crd crd crd, crd
2564 0 Psalm 147.5. Psalm 147.5. np1 crd.
2565 0 Rom. 11.33, 3•. Rom. 11.33, 3•. np1 crd, n1.
2581 0 Mr. Stay•e, of Salvation by Christ alone. Mr. Stay•e, of Salvation by christ alone. n1 n1, pp-f n1 p-acp np1 av-j.
2594 0 Mar. 16.16. Mar. 16.16. np1 crd.
2596 0 Rom. 10.14 Rom. 10.14 np1 crd
2612 0 Gen. 5.24. Gen. 5.24. np1 crd.
2613 0 Jude, 14.15. U^de, 14.15. np1, crd.
2616 0 Gen. 6.9. Gen. 6.9. np1 crd.
2617 0 2 Set. 2.5. 2 Set 2.5. crd n1 crd.
2618 0 Gen. 6.3. Gen. 6.3. np1 crd.
2619 0 Gen. 6.5. Gen. 6.5. np1 crd.
2621 0 Vers. 7. Vers. 7. np1 crd
2632 0 Gal. 4.4. Gal. 4.4. np1 crd.
2635 0 Matth. •1. 3•. Matthew •1. 3•. np1 n1. n1.
2637 0 Haggai 2. Chaggai 2. np1 crd
2638 0 〈 ◊ 〉. T•••tus. 〈 ◊ 〉. T•••tus. 〈 sy 〉. np1.
2646 0 Matth. 28.19. Mark 16.15. Matthew 28.19. Mark 16.15. np1 crd. n1 crd.
2675 0 Act. 16, 6, 〈 … 〉. Act. 16, 6, 〈 … 〉. n1 crd, crd, 〈 … 〉.
2681 0 Act. 18. 1•, ••. Act. 18. 1•, ••. n1 crd. n1, ••.
2687 0 Matth. 10.11, 14. Matthew 10.11, 14. np1 crd, crd
2689 0 Mark 6.11. Mark 6.11. vvb crd.
2691 0 Matth. 13.12. Matthew 13.12. np1 crd.
2693 0 Verse 10. 1•. Verse 10. 1•. n1 crd. n1.
2693 1 Verse 13. Verse 13. n1 crd
2697 0 Rev. 2.4, 5. Rev. 2.4, 5. n1 crd, crd
2716 0 1 John 2 2. 1 John 2 2. vvn np1 crd crd
2717 0 1 Tim. 2.5, 6. 1 Tim. 2.5, 6. vvn np1 crd, crd
2719 0 Rom. 5 15, &c. Rom. 5 15, etc. np1 crd crd, av
2719 1 Heb. 2.5. Hebrew 2.5. np1 crd.
2721 0 Heb. 9. •5, 26. Hebrew 9. •5, 26. np1 crd n1, crd
2733 0 Gen. 4.7. Gen. 4.7. np1 crd.
2734 0 Rew. 2.4. Rew. 2.4. np1. crd.
2735 0 Ezek. 33.11. Ezekiel 33.11. np1 crd.
2740 0 Luke 24.47. Luke 24.47. np1 crd.
2746 0 Acts 10.34, 35. Acts 10.34, 35. n2 crd, crd
2752 0 Heb. 11.6. Hebrew 11.6. np1 crd.
2757 0 〈 ◊ 〉 1.1. 〈 ◊ 〉 1.1. 〈 sy 〉 crd.
2759 0 Gen. 20.6, &c. Gen. 20.6, etc. np1 crd, av
2762 0 1 Kings 19.14, 18. 1 Kings 19.14, 18. crd n2 crd, crd
2784 0 John 1.9. John 1.9. np1 crd.
2788 0 Verse 10. Verse 10. n1 crd
2792 0 Lake 12.48. Matth. 25.14. &c. Lake 12.48. Matthew 25.14. etc. n1 crd. np1 crd. av
2796 0 Rom. 2.5, •, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14. Rom. 2.5, •, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14. np1 crd, •, crd, crd, crd, crd, crd
2807 0 Rom. 1.18, 19. Rom. 1.18, 19. np1 crd, crd
2810 0 verse 20. verse 20. n1 crd
2811 0 Acts 1•. 27, 2•. Acts 1•. 27, 2•. vvz n1. crd, n1.
2811 1 Rom 2.15. Rom 2.15. np1 crd.
2825 0 Verse 19. Verse 19. n1 crd
2830 0 This the pious Founder of these Lectures had a great sense of, when by a Clause in his Will, he obliged those who should preach them, to be assisting to all Companys, and encouraging them in any Undertaking, for propagating the Christian Religion in foreign Parts. This the pious Founder of these Lectures had a great sense of, when by a Clause in his Will, he obliged those who should preach them, to be assisting to all Companys, and encouraging them in any Undertaking, for propagating the Christian Religion in foreign Parts. d dt j n1 pp-f d n2 vhd dt j n1 pp-f, c-crq p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvn d r-crq vmd vvi pno32, pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp d n1, cc vvg pno32 p-acp d n-vvg, p-acp j-vvg dt njp n1 p-acp j n2.